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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 Its tough, slimline and lastingly beautiful kitchen worktops and bathroom surfaces will instantly transform outdated décor and come with an unrivalled lifetime material warranty.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 at Battlefield Enterprise Park, 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 factorytrained 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 Shrewsbury showroom 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.

BEAUTY & FASHION

WEDDING FEATURE 7 Finding the Dress of Your Dreams 8

Finding the Wedding Venue That's Right for You

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WEDDING FEATURE

Finding the Dress When it comes to planning a wedding every girls’ number one priority is finding her dream dress. And fortunately, if you are working to a strict budget, there is more choice than ever before these days, at a price you can afford. Local bridal boutiques are great. Not only do you receive the best in personalised customer service, but there’s a fabulous selection of lesser known brands and independent labels, that help to ensure your dress will be unique. Buying your wedding gown is the most special purchase you’ll ever make, and although it might be a ong process before you find ‘the one’ - it will be worth it in the end.

How to find ‘the one’… Be completely open minded as soon as you start your hunt for the perfect dress. You probably will have some preconceived ideas about what will suit you, and so will naturally avoid certain looks. But it really is essential to break from these thoughts and try as many different styles as you can get your hands on.

OF YOUR DREAMS

Minimalist, sleek and modern might have been what you had in mind, but full-on fairytale princess could be just the thing to make your dreams come true. It’s crucial to think about your height, figure and shape when looking for your gown. Carefully consider what is most flattering and what will make you feel truly special but comfortable too. Strapless, shoulder-revealing designs might look perfect on the model, but will they really be right for you? Make sure you listen carefully to the honest opinions of your family and friends - they see you differently to how you see yourself. And, always take advantage of the professional advice that’s on offer from sales staff - they deal with hundreds of brides everyday and are well versed in what works best for all different shapes and sizes. Upon settling on the style that’s going to make you look gorgeous, consider colours. Shades of white and cream can vary dramatically and as great as a stark white gown might look on a dark haired tanned bride, it could completely wash-out someone who is pale and fair - a complexion enhancing creamy, ivory hue would look so much better. For those who love something that bit different though, embrace bold colour, statement design and enchanting embellishments. Just make sure that everything combines to make you look and feel beautiful.

by Helen Taylor

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Finding the Wedding Venue

THAT’S RIGHT FOR YOU

Choosing the wedding venue that’s perfect for what you’ve got planned for your big day is one of the most challenging decisions you’ll have to make. It needs to be practical, affordable and ideal for you and your guests. There’s certainly a lot to consider and knowing where to start can be hard-work. That’s why we’ve compiled a guide to the main things you need to think about when you start your search. 1.

Seeking out a venue will most likely be one of the first things you’ll do, so try to establish a rough budget and get an idea of how many guests you’ll be inviting.

2. Think about the kind of wedding you want: a lavish

large-scale affair? Or something a little more lowkey? The venue provides the back-drop to your big day, so it needs to reflect and complement the style of your nuptials.

3. You’ve probably got a good idea of which season

you want to marry in. Make sure that you get a look at photos of the venue at that particular time of year and don’t be afraid to ask about heating/ air-conditioning and lighting.

4. If you long for a contemporary, minimalist wedding,

then you’ll need to find a venue which is designed in that style. It’s best to choose a modern building to house proceedings and important to look for a sleek interior that will complement the modern look you favour. However, if something a little more tradition is more appealing, then check-out the array of stately homes and period properties that could be perfect for you. Just make sure that they’re easily accessible for all of your guests.

5. Find out what the venue offers you. Will you be

renting just the space? Or will table, chair and linen hire be available also?

6. Although the car park may look big when its

empty, will it accommodate all of your guests’ vehicles when full? Think about how your guests will get to the location and if they’ll be able to park safely and easily when they arrive.

7. Find out if catering is carried out in-house by the

venue’s own staff or if outside caterers are used. See if you can get a taste of the kind of food that’s on offer. Also, ask if the waiters are employed by the venue or if they’re from an agency.

8. You’ll need to establish if there is more than one wedding co-ordinator or master of ceremonies. Do you get to meet and discuss your day with that person directly before your wedding?

9. Don’t act in haste. It’s worth visiting all of the

venues on your shortlist before you make a decision. You may come across a venue that seems perfect, but before you sign the contract, ensure that you are thoroughly satisfied that it will provide you with everything you and your guests require.

10. Don’t feel pressured to book or sign the contract

if you’re presented with a special offer or cut rate - any good venue will give you time to go away and think before you make your final decision. by Helen Taylor

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Hadley Park House Hotel, has been named as the Best Town Venue in the West Midlands at the 2016 Wedding Industry Awards for the second year running. Owners of Hadley Park House Hotel Mark Lewis and Geraldine Lewis said: “We are delighted to have won this award again especially as couples who have married at the hotel played a part. It’s very exciting for the Hadley Park team and of course for all past, present and future couples who have or will celebrate their marriage at our hotel. Weddings are a very important to the hotel and we host over 100 each year, so we’re thrilled to receive a national award that recognises excellence. We are looking forward to the National Finals in January.” Founder of The Wedding Industry Awards, Damian Bailey said: “The awards really have become the gold standard for wedding excellence in this country and, as our regional award ceremony proved, the wedding industry in the West Midlands is packed full with passionate, innovative and committed suppliers.” Hadley Park House Hotel has been under the ownership of Mark Lewis and Geraldine Lewis for over 12 years who have restored and refurbished the Grade II Georgian

Manor House. The hotel incorporates 22 bedrooms, the 200 seater Mulliner Suite and award-winning AA Rosette restaurant. The hotel is currently undergoing a programme of refurbishment in the original Georgian house which includes the conservatory restaurant, Dorrells, bar area and 12 bedrooms. Another local firm, Telford company Kings Menswear & Suite Hire were also recognised in the awards and took the top prize in the Best Menswear category. Hadley Park House Hotel will be hosting a Wedding Showcase on Sunday February 28th. Over 30 specialist exhibitors will be on hand to offer help and inspiration to future brides and grooms. Open from 11am – 3pm.

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This spring sees the return of the UK’s biggest wedding show, where you can experience every element of your dream day unfolding before your very eyes. From discovering your perfect venue and trying on the dress of your dreams to sampling delectable delights, eyeing up fabulous floral creations and seeking out your idyllic honeymoon hideaway; The National Wedding Show is the ultimate one-stop-shop to discover the wedding experts in every field. Endless inspiration and countless shopping opportunities to try, buy, book and hire everything you can imagine for your big day, all under one roof. Kickstart the day by taking a seat at the renowned Catwalk Show to see the latest trends for all the bridal party brought to life on the runway. A showcase of the hottest collections of the season from the nation's finest designers, boutiques and retailers, provides invaluable inspiration for not only the bride, but also mothers and fathers, beautiful bridesmaids, dashing

TO THE WEDDING SHOW OF THE SEASON 4 - 6 March 2016 at Birmingham NEC best men and ushers and not forgetting the man of the moment, the groom. The must-see line-up includes designs from the likes of Jenny Packham, David’s Bridal, Qiana Bridal, Alfred Angelo, Allure Bridals, Beyond Burlesque, Nigel Rayment, Debenhams, Moss Bros and Young’s Hire, to name just a few. Get up close and personal with the all-important wedding dresses by hitting the designated Bridal Boutique and Designer Boutique to browse and try on an unrivalled selection of dresses under one roof. From high street to couture, short and sassy styles to long, glamorous, show-stopping numbers, there is something to suit every style, shape and budget. Head to the Wedding Theatre to discover all you need to know about big day beauty, hair and style. The National Wedding Show’s glam squad will share their Top 10 Tips for achieving your perfect wedding day look through demonstrations and revealing trade secrets for brides, bridesmaids and mothers of the bride and groom. During each session, one lucky bride will be selected for a makeover live on stage and presented to the audience in a breath-taking ‘big reveal’. Hear first-hand from plus size model and TV Presenter Nina Blakemore, who will return to The National Wedding Show

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In and Around Magazine has teamed up with The National Wedding Show to offer 7 lucky readers and their ‘plus one’ the chance to attend the year’s most prestigious wedding event, absolutely free! To be in with a chance of winning email: fleur@inandaroundmagazine.co.uk with your name and address (please put ‘Wedding Show’ in the subject) If you are picked you will receive a FREE pair of tickets. Tickets are limited to one pair per winner and valid for any day. So what are you waiting for? Send your entry today!

WEDDING FEATURE this season with her popular body confidence workshops which include essential advice on everything from how to hold your bridal bouquet and achieve the perfect pose for the camera to ‘how to work your wedding dress’, as well as offering advice for bridesmaids, mother of the bride and even the groom!

Round off the day by registering for your gift list and perhaps even booking the honeymoon of your dreams. Your highstreet favourites will be on hand to help, including John Lewis, Debenhams, Sandals, Thomas Cook, Sandals and Turquoise Holidays.

You’ve nailed the look for you and your bridal party, now it’s time to turn your attention to the all-important venue. Transform your wedding destination into a spectacular backdrop for your dream day by seeking inspiration from The National Wedding Show’s host of wedding planners and stylists. Create the perfect ambience through clever lighting schemes, stylish tableware and signage then get the party started by discovering the ultimate DJ or live band and top it off by ordering a must-have dazzling dance floor or perhaps ensure the night goes off with a bang with some top-class fireworks.

After an action-packed day of shopping and planning, make a beeline for the Champagne Bar to enjoy a well-deserved glass of bubbly and raise a toast to your exciting big day ahead! If you appreciate the finer things in life then get ahead of the crowds and enjoy the show in style with VIP tickets. The exclusive package includes fast track entrance to the show, reserved seating at the Catwalk Show, unlimited access to the VIP Lounge, a complimentary glass of fizz and a goody box containing beauty products to pamper yourself in the build up to your big day.

Floral fantasies become a reality at the Designer Flower Market, where you will find inspiration-a-plenty from the show-stopping displays together with expert advice from a line-up of top florists. Whether you are dreaming of a big, traditional fairytale wedding or planning an intimate summer garden affair, there are stylish solutions for all themes and colour schemes. If you’re looking for something a little more alternative for your big day, head to The Rock n Roll Bride Collection. Brand new for 2016, the Rock n Roll Bride Collection will feature everything from bridalwear and accessories to flowers, cakes and stationery, to make your big day truly unique in every way. The Rock n Roll Bride Collection will also play host to the The Rock n Roll Café, the perfect place to unwind during an actionpacked day of shopping, wedding planning and inspiration.

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Don’t worry, if you are not a lucky winner, you can still book in advance and save up to £5 off the door price*. To book, visit www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk or call the ticket hotline on 0844 874 0486. *Advance ticket prices revert to the on the door price of £20 at midnight the day before opening. For more information visit The National Wedding Show website www.nationalweddingshow.co.uk Facebook – www.facebook.com/nationalweddingshow Twitter - @nationalwedding / #TNWS | Instagram – thenationalweddingshow

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Pastel shades are the perfect look for a spring wedding and are super-flattering for all ages. Choose a style that’s classic, sophisticated and glamorous and you’re guaranteed to look gorgeous at 2016’s allimportant event.

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Dress to Impress If you’ve received an all-important wedding invite then you’ll want to dress to impress. A smartly tailored suit is essential, but finding one that fits perfectly - and is within your budget - is easier said than done. That’s why we’ve compiled a useful guide that’ll help you to find a suit that’s not only perfect for the occasion but the most flattering fit for your body type too. If you’re a tall, small or large guy who generally struggles to find clothes that fit well, don’t even bother traipsing around the high street until you’ve checked out stores that offer ranges tailored to meet your individual requirements. Fortunately there’s plenty of choice nowadays. Debenhams have a ‘Big and Tall’ collection, with longer sleeve and leg lengths, as well as sizes up to 6XL. For short guys there’s a great selection on the ASOS website, which feature shorter arm and leg measurements and sizes starting at XXXS. When you’re suit shopping you’ll need to find something that’s suitable for the time of year. Light colours, like stone grey or powder blue, work well for a summer wedding. Think carefully about the fabric too; avoid heavy material and instead go for airy fabrics that’ll keep you cool, like full linen or linen cotton blends. Charcoal grey and navy blue hues make for the perfect winter wedding suit. A weightily, wool blend fabric is sure to keep you warm whatever the weather.

GUIDE FOR THE GUYS

When you’re making your choice consider your body shape: Large guys: Don’t be tempted to buy a baggy suit - even though it feels comfy - as the excess material will create a messy silhouette which is unflattering for your frame. The material should rest lightly on your body - not gripping it tightly or hanging too loose. Choose a simple suit and avoid strong colours or patterns, opt for lightweight fabrics too, so that you don’t add additional bulk. Small guys: Create the illusion of height and a leaner silhouette by choosing a slim-fitting or skinny suit. Keep trousers neat, narrow and slightly cropped. You may be tempted to go for a longer length, thinking that you’ll create the look of lengthier legs but actually it’ll have the opposite effect. A subtle turn-up or crop that finishes a few centimetres above the ankle is ideal. Vertical stripes are perfect for smaller guys as they create an illusion of length. Tall guys: Like all men, tall guys need a suit that fits well. Excess material, ill fitting jackets and trousers and sloppy cuts do nothing to flatter a tall frame. Tall, slim guys should aim to break-up their imposing frame by opting for three piece suits or double breasted jackets. These serve to add bulk and disguise some of the length. Textured weaves work on your physique too, so if you fancy something a little different try a subtle pattern.

Here’s the key things to consider when assessing the fit of a suit: Shoulders: Suit shoulders should hug your own, they should look neat and be comfortable. Material that is too tight or baggy across the shoulders indicates the wrong fit. If stretching and movement makes the seams feel tight, opt for a bigger size. Chest: There should be enough movement in the suit jacket for you to sit and move comfortably when it’s buttoned, but it shouldn’t be too loose. Check the space between the buttoned jacket and your chest by placing your fist between the two, if the gap is any wider than your fist, you’ll need a smaller size. Sleeves: Sleeves that are too long on a jacket that fits perfectly aren’t a problem, as they can be easily altered by a tailor, however sleeves that are too short are a big no-no. If you have difficulty finding sleeves that are long enough then try a range designed for taller men. Length: If you can reach the hem of your jacket when your arms are straight by your sides then it’s too long. Modern jackets should sit an inch or two below the cuffs. Trousers: Your trousers shouldn’t be too tight or too loose, a slim fit is generally most flattering for men. Ensure that the length is adequate when teamed with your shoes, if the trousers are too long they can be turned-up easily by a tailor.

by Helen Taylor

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Treat mum this Mother’s Day, with a luxurious beauty gift that she’d probably never dream of buying for herself. Clarins’ make-up palettes are some of the best on the market in my opinion, and their latest offering is no exception. The Natural Glow Eye Shadow Palette, £33, features five very wearable shades, from light beige to warm brown, all housed in an attractive rose-gold coloured compact. They’re easy to apply, and the palette is perfect for keeping in a handbag to transform a natural day time look into night time glam. Get it quick though; it’s a limited edition, and if previous incarnations are anything to go by, it’s likely to sell out pretty fast. If you’re looking to earn some serious brownie points, perfume is the way to go. Connock London‘s Kukui is brimming with floral notes, including gardenia, Moroccan rose, white jasmine and calla lily, but it’s given a grown-up, oriental twist with notes of sandalwood, vetiver, white amber and warm vanilla. The result is a truly gorgeous fragrance, and the bottle looks rather lovely sat out on display as well. There’s a very good chance this could become her new favourite scent. At £75 for 100ml, it’s not cheap, but consider it part-payment for all that teenage angst she had to deal with. Buying a treat for a mum-to-be? Neal’s Yard Remedies Mothers range has been specially formulated to nurture women during pregnancy. The range includes a balm, massage oil and bath oil. The balm and massage oil can help to prevent stretch marks, while the bath oil aids relaxation and a restful night’s sleep, as well as softening skin. (It also smells rather lovely too.) Prices start from £15, so the range is great value, as a little goes a long way and each bottle is packed with high quality, natural ingredients, such as lavender oil, neroli and mandarin essential oils. The Eco Chic Body Lotion and Shower Gel gift set by Green Energy Organics is ideal if you’re on a budget this Mother’s Day. Priced at £14.95, this is luxury on a shoestring. Not only are the shower gel and lotion packed with skin friendly oils, such as avocado and jojoba, but they smell divine, with notes of blackcurrant, rose, myrrh, jasmine, tonka bean, vanilla, and white musk. They’re also very gentle, as they don’t contain any dyes, sodium lauryl sulphate or parabens. Available from millabaci.com Dashing out last minute to buy a gift? Head to Marks and Spencer and check out their Pure Relaxing range. Team the body wash, body lotion and hand & nail cream with either the candle or diffuser to create an at-home spa experience. Products are scented with lavender, geranium and other oils to help mum relax, unwind and de-stress. Throw in a glass of prosecco and some music, and there’s little doubt you’ll be seen as the favourite child. Prices start from £6.

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Escape Hair & Beauty It has been eleven years since Escape Hair & Beauty first opened and owner Gary Raybould said he is delighted to now be one of Telford's largest hair and beauty salons. The salons have gone from strength to strength and now have a total of four salons in the local area. Gary said, "It is our mission to provide a relaxing friendly professional atmosphere and a quality service for you the client by our highly skilled dynamic and talented team of stylists and beauty therapists. "I would like to take this opportunity to personally thank the hard work of my dedicated team and our clients for their continued friendship custom and support without which the salons would not be the success they are today." With on going training with Wella, Heaven, Ghd, HD brows, to name but a few, you will find the technical and creative advice second to none. You really are in safe hands! Gary would like to also thank everybody who was involved in a charity night that they did for their 10th anniversary in aid of Severn Hospice, which they raised a massive ÂŁ2170, which was totally amazing. The salons have a wide selection of hair and beauty treatments from the latest colouring and cutting techniques, bridal and prom packages, Caci non-surgical facial treatment, Heaven facial and body treatments, waxing/ intimate waxing, acrylic and gel nail extensions, Sienna spray tanning, sun beds, Shellac, Crystal clear microdermabrasion, HD Brows and make-up, LVL Lashes, Universal contour wraps and lots lots more. Gift cards are available within salons or online they make the ideal present for that special occasion, special person or just to say thank you. In the last year they have not only grown a talented team who got through to the Wella trend vision regional finals in Manchester but they have also introduced a new HD brow lounge room, became stockists of the HD brows make up and Heaven skin care products by Deborah Mitchell, they have created their own spring/summer and autumn/winter collections as well as the charity event in aid of seven hospice - all in all it has been a very busy year for the Escape team. The salons are based at 7 Ball Street, Wellington; 72 High Street, Madeley; 9 Cheapside, Shifnal and U:2 at 2 Albert Place, Donnington. You can find them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram (escapetelford) or at their own website www.escapeâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;telford.co.uk For real feedback on their products and services you can read clients reviews/testimonials on www.mylocalsalon.co.uk Escape are looking forward to the year ahead, continuing on building on the success of the salons with ongoing training and staff development, wella trend vision competitions, their new spring and summer Collection, new salon services and treatments and who knows even salon number five. Come and escape to a different experience!

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Looking for a great place to ski? Andorra is an absolute must for skiers of all abilities. Lively with some surprisingly fantastic skiing, the principality of Andorra is a great location for value skiing in a different atmosphere to mainstream alpine Europe. In addition to the highaltitude skiing, activities and renowned nightlife in Pas there is also tax-free shopping in Andorra La Vella. It’s a fantastic all-round winter getaway. As for the skiing, there is sizeable terrain to explore both in Vallnord and Grandvalira and off-piste lovers and boarders will certainly find fun up at Arcalis. The ski areas in the country are particularly good for beginner skiers. Grandvalira benefits from some great wide-open pistes, gentle gradients on beginner slopes not to mention the fact that Andorra has some of the best ski schools there are. As well as finding English speaking instructors in most ski schools in Andorra, in the Vallnord ski area which covers Arinsal and La Massana the ski school is BASIapproved meaning you know you’re in good hands.

being a quieter and more comfortable alternative resort with the same skiing. Also worth a visit is the Caldea spa where you can spend a day being pampered with an array of pools, baths and treatments. This is the perfect excuse for a day’s break from skiing or if you have non-skiers in your party.

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Health If you suffer from bloating, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach cramps or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), the answer may well be yes. Wheat allergy, wheat sensitivity, wheat intolerance and Coeliac disease are often used interchangeably and poorly understood. However, before we look at these conditions and how to deal with them, it’s worth emphasising that you should ALWAYS see your GP if your symptoms are severe and persistent, especially if you have blood in your stools, vomiting, excessive bloating or very painful stomach cramps, as these symptoms may be signs of other medical conditions, some of them serious.

Do You Have a Wheat Allergy? If you are truly allergic to wheat, eating wheat-based products will provoke your immune system into a rapid reaction, causing classic allergy symptoms such as itching, rashes, sneezing and wheezing. Tackling Wheat Allergy: If you are wheat allergic, you need to avoid wheat in any form to prevent symptoms and seek advice from your GP. If you have fatigue as well as gastrointestinal symptoms, then it’s worth asking:

Do You Have Coeliac Disease? Coeliac disease is an autoimmune condition that affects around 1% of people in the UK, but it’s likely that many more cases go undiagnosed or misdiagnosed. In Coeliac sufferers, the intestinal lining can become damaged because it can’t absorb gluten, a protein found in foods such as wheat, barley and rye. They may also encounter problems when eating other foods such as oats, which don’t contain gluten but are often prepared alongside foods that do. Besides bloating, diarrhoea, nausea, wind and constipation, which can all occur as a result of IBS or food intolerance too, Coeliac disease can also cause tiredness, hair loss, mouth ulcers, anaemia and sometimes unexpected weight loss. Tackling Coeliac Disease: It can be accurately diagnosed with a blood test, followed by a biopsy if the blood test indicates the possibility of Coeliac disease. These tests are only accurate if you are still eating foods that contain gluten, so if your symptoms make you suspect Coeliac disease specifically, go straight to your GP. If you’ve already put yourself on an elimination diet, be aware that your GP will ask you to start eating gluten-containing foods regularly again until the tests are complete. If Coeliac disease is diagnosed, you must eliminate all gluten permanently. If your symptoms don’t necessarily point to Coeliac disease:

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SHOULD YOU BE WARY OF WHEAT? the working of the bowel erratic and so causing discomfort, bloating and sometimes diarrhoea and/or constipation. Tackling IBS: IBS attacks often seem to be worse after eating fatty or high-fibre foods, so avoiding these may help. Probiotic supplements or foods can help and your GP may recommend medication to prevent and alleviate symptoms.

Do You Have Wheat Intolerance/Sensitivity? Wheat intolerance or sensitivity is much more common than wheat allergy, potentially causing trapped or excessive gas in the intestine and preventing proper emptying of the bowel. Symptoms can develop some hours after eating wheat and this means the condition can be hard to pinpoint, particularly if you eat wheat regularly, and it’s not something your GP can test for. Try cutting out wheat for four weeks to see if your symptoms improve (ensuring you replace it with alternatives like rice, corn, buckwheat pasta and quinoa to ensure you’re getting all the necessary nutrients). Remember that wheat is a hidden ingredient in many foods, such as soy sauce and hydrolysed vegetable protein (HVP), and also found in most breads, cakes, pastas, pastries, cereals, couscous, biscuits, and beers. Keep a food diary in case another food type, such as dairy, is the culprit – but don’t eliminate whole food groups long-term without consulting your GP. Reintroduce wheat slowly, in as pure a form as possible (such as 100% wheat cereals). If your symptoms reappear, it’s a good indication that you have wheat sensitivity; trial and error will tell you whether your intolerance is for all wheat products or just certain ones. Some people are fine with pasta but not bread, and vice versa; it can depend on the process the wheat has undergone. Some people can tolerate toast better than bread because the heating process makes the wheat more digestible, while others find supermarket bread less digestible than traditional bakery bread, probably due to the accelerated bread-making process supermarkets often use.

Tackling Wheat Sensitivity – and IBS: The FODMAP diet Designed originally for people with IBS, the wheat-free lowFODMAP diet eliminates Fermentable Oligosaccharides, Disaccharides, Monosaccharides And Polyols - types of carbohydrates that aren’t easily digested and may cause bacterial growth, leading to diarrhoea and bloating. The FODMAP diet should be followed under a dietician’s guidance to ensure you stay in good health and follow it correctly, as it’s quite complex. Your GP can give you a referral. Information and Support: Coeliac UK: Helpline 0333 332 2033 www.coeliac.org.uk The IBS Network: 0114 272 32 53 www.theibsnetwork.org Allergy UK (also has information on intolerances): 01322 619898 www.allergyuk.org

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2016 Resolution Shropshire women are being urged to get the year off to a great start by signing up now to Cancer Research UK’s Race for Life 2016. The charity is calling on women of all shapes and sizes to show cancer who’s boss by choosing one of their events - Race for Life 5k, 10k or Pretty Muddy – and committing to take part at Telford Town Park, The Quarry, Shrewsbury or Weston Park.

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Shropshire and raised a fantastic £308,421. This year, organisers hope to see the same level of support from local ladies. Money raised through Race for Life allows Cancer Research UK’s doctors, nurses and scientists to advance research which is helping to save the lives of men, women and children across England. To enter Race for Life today visit raceforlife.org or call 0300 123 0770.

The 5k and 10k events in Telford take place on Sunday, May 22, the 5k event in Shrewsbury, on Wednesday, June 15, and Pretty Muddy at Weston Park will take place on Saturday, April 30. “Race for Life events are non-competitive. Taking part is not about being fit or fast and participants can choose to walk, jog, or run around the course. The atmosphere is incredibly supportive. Emily continued: “We’re delighted to be able to bring Pretty Muddy back to Weston Park as it’s a fantastic addition to our Race for Life family of events. It has all the fun and camaraderie of our much loved 5k and 10k events but with added obstacles and, of course, mud. Plus, Weston Park is still the country’s only venue to host a 10k Pretty Muddy event. Last year, 5,193 women took part in Race for Life across

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Sports Massage Sports Massage is a combination of deep pressure massage strokes, frictions and stretches to the muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is effective for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system. Received regularly this may help prevent injuries, which might otherwise be caused by overuse. A constant build-up of tension in the muscles from regular activity may lead to stresses on joints, ligaments, tendons, as well as the muscles themselves. Many people assume that you have to be sporty in order to have a Sports Massage. This is not true! Sports massage is for anyone, who wants to receive the benefits that a Sports Massage can bring such as reduced stress and tension. It can help relieve many of the day to day problems that everyone experiences. Regardless of your experiences in sport or exercise, whether you exercise socially or compete to an international level – sports massage may have something to offer The benefits of Sports Massage include: • Improve circulation & lymphatic flow • Assist in the removal of metabolic waste • Sedate or stimulate nerve endings • Increase or decrease muscle tone • Increase or decrease muscle length

For example: • The conditioning / training phase • Pre / Inter / Post competition • Post travel • Injury prevention • Stress relief Sports massage can be very relaxing as well as invigorating and can be a fantastic present for a friend or loved one, so feel free to contact us if you yourself would like to try sports massage or if you would like to purchase a voucher to surprise a friend or relative. Please do not hesitate to contact the clinic on 01952 462330 or email enquiries@shropshirephysio.co.uk.

• Remodel scar tissue when required • Assist in mental preparation for sporting participation If you are a sports performer, of any level, a sports specific massage can be beneficial at various stages of participation.

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See, Try and Buy

THE TECH OF TOMORROW TODAY

Britain’s biggest consumer tech show – Gadget Show Live – returns to Birmingham’s NEC this Easter from Thursday 31 March to Sunday 3 April and 75,000 tech fans are expected to flood through its doors. Tickets are on sale now at gadgetshowlive.net and start at under £10. In The Lab, visitors can hear gadget reviews from our experts in the Connect Theatre, see the tech of the future in the British Inventors’ Project and Innovation Theatre, and make their own gadgets in Engineer Your Future. The Arcade – this is the place for gamers to become truly immersed in the very latest titles on the market, compete against friends (and even against the pros) in the Competition Zone and Minecraft Zone, check out innovative?? in the Indie Mobile & Gaming Pod and take a trip down memory lane with some fine vintage flashbacks.

The show features four fantastic new areas this year – Better Life, Power Up, The Lab and The Arcade – making it the perfect day out for everyone from early adopters to silver surfers and tech-fanatic families. Better Life – visitors to Better Life will discover tech that’s been engineered to enhance their everyday lives, whether that’s tech that seamlessly integrates different areas of their lives, or aesthetically irresistible products to beautify the home.

Of course, everyone’s favourite, The Super Theatre will also make a powerful return featuring all four Gadget Show presenters - Jason Bradbury, Jon Bentley, Ortis Deley and Amy Williams – in a brand new, never before seen, hour long performance overflowing with tech and treats. It’s an unmissable experience teeming with first class stunts, audience participation and the chance to win the latest, most sought after technology on the high street. For the first time ever, the Super Theatre will be filmed live for The Gadget Show television programme and visitors will be surprised by some very special guests.

Sitting at the heart of Better Life is the House of Sound and Vision. Playing host to a truly cinematic experience, visitors will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the latest home cinema technology on the market. They can test out a cinema style experience in a purpose built living room kitted out with the latest audio, TV and surround sound tech to try before they buy. Power Up – visitors will find technology with the power to drive their lives forward, everything from mobiles to wearables, fitness devices and in-car kit. Test drive very cool cars in the Car Experience and the latest personal transport devices on the Gadget Wheels Test Track. The Lab - concept and innovation are integral to modern day tech and at Gadget Show Live visitors can discover inspirational tech for the future as well as advice and education on how the tech of tomorrow can change their lives.

Tickets on sale now at www.gadgetshowlive.net

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THE IMPORTANCE OF BRSHING YOUR DOG’S TEETH

Regularly brushing your dog’s teeth from an early age can prevent serious medical issues such as heart, liver and kidney disease. Don’t expect them to thank you for it though. Most dogs dislike having their teeth brushed, but starting a routine while they are still young will help you both adjust. You’ll need to buy toothpaste specifically for dogs, as the fluoride in human toothpaste is poisonous to them.

Gain their confidence slowly It is a good idea to let them get used to the taste of toothpaste before brushing. They should lick it off your finger to start with, and then off the brush you are going to use. Once accustomed to the taste of their toothpaste and the sight of the brush, it won’t be such a shock when you first brush their teeth properly.

What type of brush? There are various types of toothbrush on the market for your pet – some people prefer to use a ‘finger brush’ when their dog is young, as this type of brush is soft and small, giving you more control when brushing. As your dog grows, however, a larger brush may be more suitable, and these are available in various shapes and sizes. Initially, it is a good idea to only brush your dog’s front teeth – let them get used to that and then gradually try to brush more. Reassuring the dog will help, as will treating them to a game or a walk afterwards. http://uk.pedigree.com/health-and-training/keeping-your-doghealthy/how-to-brush-your-dogs-teeth http://www.cesarsway.com/dog-care/dog-health/7-tips-for-doggiedental-care

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Orchard Grove, Quarry Lane, Red Lake

This superbly appointed detached family home offers living accommodation in excess of 7000 square feet. Impressive entrance hall, breakfast kitchen with island unit, dining room, utility room, guest cloakroom, morning room, snooker room, lounge, entertainment room with bar, swimming pool with shower and WC, sauna, gym, master bedroom with walk in wardrobe & balcony. 7 Bedrooms in total, 3 en suites, bathroom and shower room, apartment/annexe, large private well maintained gardens, tennis court, 2 detached double garages, large driveway, electrically operated security gates with intercom. Energy rating - D. £1,300,000

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For FREE “Buy to Let’ advice Stirchley Hall, Stirchley Village

£695 pcm

A ground floor apartment within converted hall, 2 receptions, kitchen with Aga, 3 bedrooms, gas CH, private garden, garage. Unfurnished.

2 Horsehay Court, Horsehay

£179,950

2 Holborn Crescent, Priorslee

£265,950

A well presented three bedroom mews house in a Grade II listed building with original character features.

A spacious four/five bedroom family home within walking distance of local amenities. Energy rating – C.

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A large detached house, with 2 receptions, conservatory, breakfast/kitchen, utility, 4 bedrooms. Garden and garage. Fully furnished.

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An extremely spacious four bedroom detached family home in a popular residential location. Energy rating – D.

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PROPERTY

Getting the Best If your house is on the market it’s only natural to be excited and keen to hear from your estate agent regularly about how things are going. But agents are busy people - always on the phone or out viewing properties with potential buyers - so how often should you be talking to them? We spoke to Michael Nettleton, director at Nock Deighton estate agents, to ask him for some tips. He said: “People selling their property with us vary greatly in how often they get in touch with us, some are on the phone every other day when others are happy to let us to get on with it. “However, the key to getting the best out of your agent is not how often you speak to them but the quality of the relationship and what you ask them when you do. “I would recommend you give the market time to react to the launch of your property, say four to six weeks, but if nothing much is happening after the initial period - here are some great questions you should be asking them. “How many people have been matched my details? How many recipients were on a mailing list for that price range?

OUT OF YOUR ESTATE AGENT

“Can we change the photographs and analyse the results? Sometimes a fresh set of pictures, taken at a different time of the year, can make all the difference - but it’s important to ask your agent to keep a track of how activity changes. “What did the people who viewed my property go on to buy? This is really interesting - if people are buying a completely different style of house, your marketing is appealing to the wrong people, but if they bought something very similar, you need to work on those finer details to get the sale. “What is happening with properties similar to mine? If comparable properties are getting offers or more viewings than yours - ask what they are doing differently. If you can’t beat them, join them! “What’s your analysis of our online performance? Your agent should be sending you a performance report showing how many people are viewing your house on whichever internet portal it is on (usually Rightmove, OnTheMarket or Zoopla). If they haven’t - ask them why!

Michael Nettleton

“Is the asking price putting people off, or is it something else? The truth is, it’s very difficult to put your finger on why a house isn’t selling, but it is often a combination of subtle things. Having an honest and frank conversation with your agent can go a long way to pushing things forward and getting that magic offer.”

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Is Buy To-Let

STILL A GOOD INVESTMENT

credit crunch era, but even when you’ve got a mortgage offer that you’re happy with, you should be constantly looking for ways to improve returns by switching suppliers and cutting costs. It’s likely that your mortgage provider will need 125% of the monthly rental by way of repayment. The extra amount is intended to cover some of the costs of renting out, and provides a degree of reassurance to the lender that their money is safe. Their worry (and yours) is that the property could stand empty for some time, but unfortunately this is one of the inherent risks of being a buy-to-let landlord.

Will you manage the property yourself? Many professional landlords concentrate purely on managing their business. They don’t get involved in the month-to-month management of the property, or dealing with tenant issues – in fact, many landlords never even meet their tenants.

With no sign of improved interest rates for savers, and pension changes that offer more freedom, is buy-to-let still a good option for those wanting to invest? At first glance, the increase in stamp duty and reduction in some tax reliefs for landlords may cast doubt on whether investing in bricksand-mortar is a good idea, but success depends on many factors, not least of which is your commitment to maximising returns.

It’s purely a numbers game, and taking this approach means abandoning any personal preferences with regard to choosing your property. If you decide to hire a letting agent, they will take a percentage of the rent by way of payment. This may seem like a needless expense when you’re willing to do the work yourself, but when you consider how much time and energy is saved in not having to deal with tenant issues it may be money well spent, particularly if you have more than one property.

The inherent risks of buy-to-let Any form of investment is a risk, but with buy-to-let one of the inherent problems is not finding a tenant, or having to deal with troublesome occupants who damage your property.

We take a look at what you need to consider when thinking about property investment. One of the first items on the list should be to clarify your motivation for this type of investment, as it will directly impact on the areas and type of property that you choose.

Having it standing empty will impact severely on returns over the lifetime of your investment, and you may need to take a reduction in rent to contain some of these losses. It’s also easy for costs to spiral, particularly if the property is old and repairs are needed on a regular basis.

Do you want rental yield or long-term capital growth?

Other risks include increases in mortgage interest rates, and the property market in general taking a downward turn.

Are you considering a long-term investment to take advantage of capital growth, or focusing on the potential rental yield of a property? Between 15 and 20 years is a common timescale for property ownership with capital growth in mind, which might fit in nicely with your plans for retirement. On the other hand, investing in a multiple-occupancy student let, for example, could bring in much-needed monthly income. You may be able to make a rental yield of between 5% and 10% if you find a suitable property in a good location, and buy it for the right price. Whether you choose capital growth or rental yield will determine which type of property you buy, so it is worthwhile spending plenty of time considering your end-goal.

Focusing on the figures Buy-to-let can still be a good investment if you’re prepared to put in the time and effort to make it work. This begins with meticulous research to make sure you get the best mortgage deal, find suitable locations and the right style of property for your target market. In other words, you need to make sure as far as possible that the numbers add up. Lending restrictions have made it difficult to find a good mortgage deal in recent years, when compared with the pre-

Financial benefits of buy-to-let The beneficial tax reliefs enjoyed on buy-to-let mortgage interest payments are now being limited to the basic rate of income tax. This was previously an attractive part of buy-tolet investing, but they can still be enjoyed if you form a limited company for your property investments. As rates of corporation tax are being reduced to 18% by 2020, for owners of multiple properties at least, this could help to reduce costs. But as always, you need to seek the advice of a professional advisor to maximise the investment returns and minimise your tax bill. It is said that you make your profit when the property is bought rather than when it is sold, so researching the market, understanding the figures, and finding the best buy-to-let mortgage deal will be time well spent. Buying a rental property isn’t the easy option but the rewards are there if you’re prepared to put in the time and effort to make it pay. http://moneyfacts.co.uk/guides/buy-to-let/btl-have-youconsidered-the-investment-risks/

by Ann Haldon

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Choose Barker Healey Property to sell your home and make sure your property stands out from the crowd!

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www.barkerhealey.co.uk Having been recently re-furbished, this beautiful 2 Bedroom terraced cottage offers modern living, whilst still retaining some period features. Briefly comprising Kitchen, Lounge, downstairs Bathroom and two first floor, double Bedrooms. Outside there is a sizeable rear garden with ample on-street parking. UPVC D.G. and gas C.H. throughout (new gas combi-boiler with guarantee). Situated close to Telford Town Centre and within the community of St. Georges, this cosy property is ideally located for all local schools and amenities and would make an ideal investment property or first time purchase alike. No Upward Chain!

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Major Recognition

FOR LIONCOURT HOMES

The phenomenal growth at Worcester based Lioncourt Homes has been recognised by the Sunday Times as one of the fastest growing businesses in the UK.

have an excellent culture which makes Lioncourt such an enjoyable and challenging place to work.’

The annual survey of all private companies in the UK has placed Lioncourt Homes in 25th position in the list of the fastest growing companies in the UK, and is 2nd in the Midlands Region.

Neil commented, ‘the whole business is based on our quality approach and everyone in the business is focused on quality of build, quality of design and quality of service to our customers. This quality approach has been recognised by HBF (House Builders Federation) and Lioncourt are holders of the coveted 5 Star Quality Award, one of only 15 developers in the whole of the UK to hold the award.

As the fastest growing house builder in the UK, Lioncourt has grown from a small regional player just a few years ago to one of the largest home builders and land owners in Central England. This impressive growth has seen rapid turnover and profit growth and has involved a near doubling of staff each year, over the past 2 years.

This rapid growth has been achieved whilst focusing on quality and Neil Chandler, Finance Director, also emphasised this as a fundamental part of their success.

With all this recognition what is possibly left for the Company to strive for? Well the response from Colin on this was clear and concise.

Founder executive directors Colin Cole and Neil Chandler, have been behind this growth but they are keen to emphasise that it is the culture, work ethic and expertise of everyone in the Lioncourt team that has made this outstanding growth possible.

He said ‘we are only at the start of the Lioncourt story. We have significant growth planned for the period ahead and we have excellent managers and staff developing throughout the business as part of our succession plans. But for now it is time to reflect and celebrate this latest success.’

Colin Cole, Chief Executive of the Group, said, ‘there is no doubt that the growth of Lioncourt Homes is attributable to the tremendous commitment of the Lioncourt staff who work tirelessly to achieve our growth plans. As a consequence we

In the local area, Lioncourt are building new homes at Heritage View, Trench and Linley Grange, Broseley. Lioncourt Homes are operating from 15 outlets and have extensive land holdings throughout Central England.

PROPERTY

The best deal in town! At Heritage View, the stand out development of new homes in Trench, from award winning developer Lioncourt Homes, you can drive the deal. Choose from a fantastic range of new homes and choose your deal.

2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes in a choice of eleven desirable designs, priced from £140,000 Help to Buy & Part Exchange Available*

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SALES • Experience of over 30 years • Professional Photography • Energy performance certificates and floor plans prepared • Expert sales software • Good feedback after viewings • Plenty of client contact • Advice on Solicitors • Financial advisors available

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HAVE YOU SEEN OUR BRAND NEW SHOW HOME?

Our impressive Dawley townhouse is the perfect place to call home. Entertaining family and friends is effortless, with a spacious kitchen/family room and warm formal lounge offering the perfect post-dinner retreat. You won’t be short on space for guests this year with three bedrooms and a study/fourth bedroom on the ground floor. Be surrounded by breathtaking rural landscapes with plenty of space to explore, making Lightmoor Green the ideal home! Take advantage of the Government scheme, Help to Buy* and buy yourself in to a bigger and better home with just a 5% deposit.

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Make Room

FOR ROSES

It’s the perfect time of year to plant roses, and there should be a good selection in local garden centres or from specialist rose nurseries. Although roses look good in beds, borders and containers, why not create your own fantasy rose arch or rose-clad arbour?

soil. Although roses quite like fairly heavy soil, for clay soils likely to waterlogging prepare a sizeable area before planting by digging in well rotted manure, garden compost and grit, which also ensures good fertility.

Transform an existing arch or pergola by planting roses now to ensure fabulous colour for many summers to come. Alternatively, create your own using sturdy timber or buy a good quality wooden or metal arch or pergola kit.

Ensure you plant at the correct depth: the swollen graft point slightly above where the roots start protruding should be just above soil level. Once in place, keep your rose well watered during dry conditions, paying particular care over the next 18 months. Apply rose fertiliser and top up the mulch in spring.

Start by deciding whether to use ramblers or climbers to cover your pergola or arch. Ramblers are easier to train but only flower once a year, whereas many climbers have two flowering periods or flower intermittently for months. Many roses are strongly coloured, so ensure that these will look good with adjacent planting and will not clash with nearby painted or treated surfaces such as decking or garden furniture. Perfume is a vital ingredient - walking beneath an arch or pergola laden with perfumed roses on a warm summer’s evening takes some beating! If you get your roses delivered, don’t be put off if they have somewhat lopsided roots, uninspiring woody stems and little else. This is normal, but despite their forlorn appearance they usually establish well. Do try to plant as soon as possible, but if not make sure that you keep the root systems moist by wrapping in thoroughly moistened hessian or by burying the roots temporarily in garden soil. Make your planting hole close to the base of the arch or pergola: a distance of about 30 – 45 cm (12 – 18 in) works well, but keep away from concrete footings or other material located in the

If the roots of bare root roses are lopsided and crammed together, spread them out before planting. Soak the roots in water for a couple of hours before prising them apart, prune out any which have been damaged and plant the rose immediately.

Newly purchased roses are unlikely to have much in the way of top growth, but once they get going you will obviously need to train these stems into the arch or pergola, securing them at regular intervals with great care, so that they are not damaged by being buffeted against the arch or pergola during windy weather. I like to use the steel wire with a dense foam covering – strong but soft! Good varieties for planting over pergolas and arches include Veilchenblau ‘Paul’s Scarlet’ (climber), Excelsa ‘Crimson Shower’, Albertine Albericbarbier ‘Golden Showers’, ‘Iceberg’ (climber), Malvern Hills ‘Super Fairy’, ‘Gloire de Dijon’, ‘Zéphirine Drouhin’. Make vegetable growing fun with Pippa’s unique ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ system. Select the vegetables you’d like to grow at www.pippagreenwood.com and your garden-ready plants will be delivered in May, accompanied by weekly emails packed full of advice and tips. It is great value and various pack sizes are available. Gift cards are available too.

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Transform Your Garden

WITH A TIMBER FEATURE

Decking and Pergolas Ltd is owned by Chris Nichols who has recently relocated to Telford from Solihull.

Chris has been transforming gardens for a few years now, having aquired a range of skills from his previous professions. Chris orginally studied in Oxford to become an Architect before lifes rich path led him to leave his chosen professional career many years ago. Following some time working on various reclaimation and heritage sites for the West Mids County Council, as it was then, he was fortunate in adding commercial trading to his experiences, working in the bullion industry in Hockley, Birmingham. Chris ended up working in steel for over 20 years, ultimately becoming the Operations Director of a multinational manufacturing company serving the petrochemical industry. He developed many transferable skills, which he still uses and applies today. When Chris was presented with an opportunity to establish his own business doing work he really enjoyed; designing and building beautiful garden decking and pergolas, he jumped at the opportunity and hasn't looked back since. Decking and pergolas are popular choices for creating a feature within in a garden or landscape. With Chris's expertise he can custom design and build a decking system or pergola to suit any property and its surroundings. The above images show how Chris turned a very boring and untidy corner of garden into an

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After

amazing beautiful and relaxing spot to laze away summer days or entertain your family and friends. A professionally constructed decking system can extend a house into a garden and add value to your property. It also has the ability to enhance a garden visually and provide an outside living area perfect for relaxation and entertaining. There are a wide range of additional extras to choose from including balustrades, pergolas, arbours, archways and privacy screens. Decking is a very effective way of making use of sloping or level ground. With the use of stilts and steps, different levels can be created giving the impression of uniformity and will make a garden much easier to navigate. Chris aims to create timber features that blend beautifully with your home and the garden. Quality, creativity and trust to deliver a great job are Chris's trademarks, he is always happy to provide potential customers with references if required. Chris would be delighted to talk to you about your decking and pergolas requirement, so give him a call on 07739 546167.

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Taste of Paradise Indian restaurant can definitely be described as one of Newport’s hidden gems; the building is tucked away beyond an intriguing Indian styled archway just off the bustling high street. The restaurant has been in Newport for 15 years, which is a testament to its popularity and success in the area. In addition to the dine in restaurant they also offer a popular takeaway service with free delivery offered within a four-mile radius, ideal for those nights when you just can’t face cooking! The restaurant is large and airy with a fresh modern décor, the addition of some clever mood lighting gives the room a relaxed ambience. Parking is readily available either on the high street during quieter periods or on the Co-operative Supermarket car park, which is just behind the building. Like many Indian restaurants the Taste of paradise is unlicensed, so you are welcome to bring your own alcoholic drinks to enjoy with your meal, there is of course a wide selection of soft drinks, teas and coffee available on the menu. On arrival at the restaurant were welcomed by owner Raja and shown to a quiet table near to the bar. We ordered some soft drinks and a couple of poppadoms to enjoy while we looked through the menu. The poppadoms were really fresh

and crisp and the accompanying condiments were delicious, they included fresh onion salad, mango chutney, a hot and spicy tamarind sauce and a refreshing mango yoghurt raita. Needless to say both of the poppadoms and most of the sauces were gone by the time we were ready to order. To start my husband Aaron ordered the stuffed pepper with Chicken (£3.95) and I decided to try a vegetarian starter for a change and so went for the spiced potato with garlic mushroom (£2.50). The char-grilled green pepper was filled to the brim with a tasty spiced chicken filling and was served with a fresh side salad. Aaron commented that the chicken filling was tender and delicious and had just the right amount of spice to give it flavour and warmth. The char-grilled green pepper was perfectly cooked and complemented the chicken and spices well. My spiced potato and garlic mushroom starter was scrumptious, the potatoes were perfectly cooked in a thick and rich sauce with plenty of tender garlic mushrooms throughout, it was really moreish and a dish that I would highly recommend and work well either as a starter or a side dish. For mains we just couldn’t decide as there was so much to chose from, so we asked Raja for his recommendation, he told us that the new chicken Rajastani (£9.95) was proving to be very popular and from the description it sounded mouth wateringly good, so we happily opted for that, we also ordered the butter chicken (£6.50), with a portion of egg fried rice (£2.30) and a peshwari naan bread (£2.30).

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT After a short interlude our main meal was delivered hot and fresh from the kitchen to our table, the presentation of all of the dishes was well thought out and everything smelled incredible. The Chicken Rajastani was indeed a winning recommendation; it came beautifully presented with a dome of fluffy pilau rice, fresh salad and some artistically carved tomatoes to garnish. It was a medium hot, rich red curry with tender strips of tandoori chicken, topped with crunchy matchstick potatoes. This curry was super tasty, it had just the right level of spice to give it some punch without blowing your head off, the chicken was perfectly cooked and the crispy fried potatoes on top were amazing, they were so crisp and crunchy and really added a lovely texture to the dish, it was so good I would even go so far as to say that the Rajastani is my new favourite curry. The Butter chicken was everything a butter chicken should be, mild and creamy with generous chunks of tender chicken tikka in a thick golden sauce. In my opinion Butter Chicken is a great choice for anyone wanting a milder curry, as it still has plenty of flavour without the kick of some of the spicier dishes, this was always my favourite curry when I was a child and this one certainly lived up to expectation! The egg-fried rice was very tasty and made a pleasant change to my usual go-to side order of pilau rice. The peshwari naan bread was just divine; hot, fluffy and fragrant with a sweet coconut, almond and sultana filing, it even came drizzled with honey which I’ve never experienced before, but believe me it really worked! After all of that delicious food we literally had no room left for dessert so we ordered some coffee, which came freshly brewed and served with cream and sugar and was the prefect end to a great meal. We both thoroughly enjoyed our evening at Taste of Paradise, the atmosphere was warm and friendly and the food was seriously good, so next time you are contemplating a curry, please do pay a visit to Newport’s very own hidden gem and experience a taste of paradise for yourself.

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.Unroll the puff pastry sheet and trim the edges to a neat rectangle, if necessary. Sprinkle over 2 tbsp of the caster sugar and half the cinnamon (if using). Using a rolling pin, gently roll over the sugar to lightly press it into the pastry.

2. Fold in the long sides of the pastry rectangle halfway towards the centre. Sprinkle over a little more caster sugar and press down with the rolling pin. Fold each long side in again to meet in the centre. 3. Sprinkle with the rest of the sugar and cinnamon (if using), then fold the pastry in half lengthways to form one long strip. Transfer to a board and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. 4. Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7. Dampen a large baking sheet by sprinkling with cold water. 5. Cut across the chilled pastry length into about 28 thin slices. Place the slices, cut-side down, on the baking sheet. Flatten each one slightly with the palm of your hand. 6. Bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, until crisp and golden brown. Turn each slice over with a palette knife halfway through cooking. Transfer to a wire rack and leave to cool.

TIP For savoury palmiers, spread the pastry with a little pesto sauce, then scatter over finely grated Parmesan cheese instead of the sugar.

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The small shop is packed with lots of interesting products from a wide range of suppliers with products you won’t find locally elsewhere. The shop supports a number of different departments from Ironmongery, cook and kitchenware through to gardening and decorating. There is even a section for your pets. If you can’t find what you are looking for then Mark, Gail, Jacqui and Jon will do their very best to find what you are after and all at a competitive price. In fact, The Forge has a pricing policy where they round down to the nearest 50p. The Forge Ironbridge is a proud stockiest for: Kirkpatrick (for all your traditional ironwork together with door and window furniture); Netherton Foundry (fantastic range of cast and spun iron cookware); Victor (cook and kitchenware); Draper Tools; Yester Home and Sign Cast (cast Iron products and signs); Frozzy’s (frozen yogurt for dogs); Leucillin (antibacterial, antiviral skincare spray suitable for use on all mammals and birds).

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Motoring

BEST SMALL CARS If you don’t need to transport your worldly goods with you every time you get in your car you don’t necessarily need a big vehicle. If most of your journeys are made around town and don’t include major motorway mileage, then you may want to consider one of the latest city cars. These won’t cost you the earth to buy or to run, are great to drive and the latest crop are stylish and comfortable for everyday use. Here we’ve picked five of our favourites.

Ford Fiesta - Price: From £9,995 The Fiesta has been the best-selling car in the UK for more months than we can remember – and that’s not without good reason. The latest small Ford has plenty to offer with a well-laid out cabin, fantastic handling that makes even trips to the supermarket exciting and a superb choice of specification.

VW Polo - Price: From £11,100 The VW Polo has an enviable reputation for being a bit of a tough guy – and in the city you need a vehicle that can withstand a few bumps and scrapes. The Polo is solid both inside and out with functional layout and built-to-last materials. Although it’s at the higher end of our price scale, VW’s well-respected residual values and reliability make it a worthy investment.

Honda Jazz - Price: From £11,695 The Honda Jazz might not be everyone’s first choice in the small car sector – but that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth a look. The Japanese car firm’s reputation for reliability is up there with the best in the world. Couple that with some funky looks, spacious interior and competitive pricing and it may be worth taking a trip to your local Honda dealer to try one out.

Dacia Sandero - Price: From £5,995 Some of you have probably spent more on a holiday than it costs to buy this brand new car – but don’t let this bargain basement price tag put you off. The Dacia Sandero, loved by James May of Top Gear fame, is the real deal, combining back to basics interior and no thrills styling with a functional engine and practical lay out. The fact you’ll get change from £6,000 makes it even more tempting.

Vauxhall Corsa - Price: From £8,995 The Corsa is soon to be replaced by an all-new model which means there are bargains to be had on the current model. A firm favourite with new drivers and pensioners alike, the Corsa might play second fiddle to Ford’s Fiesta in the sales charts, but it’s still worth a look. It’s stylish, has an impressive array of engines to pick from and is packed with plenty of features too.

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Life in the Fastlane

A WAKE-UP CALL FOR OLDER DRIVERS?

81-year-old retired florist Martha Harwood from Lancashire was driving home late at night after visiting a friend’s house when she discovered that a once-familiar road layout had changed. Momentarily confused, she took a turning she believed would get her back onto the M65 motorway. Unfortunately she failed to notice the huge ‘No Entry’ sign positioned over the entrance to what was, in fact, an exit slip road. Seconds later Martha found herself driving in the fast lane, going the wrong way down the motorway. She continued for over fifteen miles, forcing a number of terrified drivers to swerve out of her way. It wasn’t until she had almost reached the end of the motorway that police officers pulled her over, turning her car around to face the right direction. They then escorted Martha all the way back home. The pensioner later told police she had been aware she was travelling in the wrong direction, but “just kept going”. Thankfully no one was killed in the incident, although four drivers needed hospital treatment. The fact that no one was seriously hurt makes Martha Harwood’s case quite a rarity. Accidents caused by elderly car users frequently result in injury and death for the drivers and pedestrians involved, and the number of incidents is set to rise in future: by the year 2035 the number of older drivers on our roads will have increased to 21 million. However, the AA insists that despite the obvious concerns, it’s important not to pre-judge someone’s ability on the basis of their age alone, as statistically drivers aged over 60 cause fewer crashes than those in younger age groups. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) is also against setting a maximum age for driving, but RoSPA does suggest that older drivers should undergo formal medical checks during licence renewal. Although it is mandatory to renew your driving licence once you have reached 70 and every three years thereafter, there is currently no legal requirement for a medical certificate: simply declare yourself fit and you’ll be back behind the wheel. In November last year the General Medical Council (GMC) published a public consultation proposing changes to the rules surrounding GP/patient confidentiality. One proposal was that GPs should inform the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) if a patient continues to use a car after having been diagnosed as medically unfit to drive, with the consequence that they will almost certainly lose their licence. Although you are required by law to tell the DVLA if you have a medical condition that may affect your ability to drive, some individuals are reluctant to do so in case they are forced to give up their car. The new draft guidance from the GMC says doctors must disclose information if there is a need to protect individuals or the wider public from the risks of death or serious harm.

However, short of following patients out of the surgery to see if they drive away, doctors have no way of telling if a patient is still using their car and families and communities should continue to remain vigilant. The AA offers some simple tips to reduce risk: • Older people are more easily fatigued so they should avoid long journeys, especially if they are driving after meals or drinking alcohol. • Encourage them to talk to their GP to see if their medical conditions are likely to affect their driving, either now or in future. • Make sure they have regular eye tests. • Ask them to agree to a list of restrictions that might preclude them from driving in the following locations or conditions: »» On busy roads »» In the dark »» In town centres »» When the weather is bad • Older people are sometimes reluctant to take advice from family members: enlist the help of a mutual friend who shares your concerns. • Make sure they are driving the right car. One with larger windows, bigger mirrors and higher seats might improve allround vision. If you have tried everything and still believe that your elderly friend or relative is driving unsafely, it may be time to sit them down for a serious conversation. If they are heavily dependent on using a car, they may need to consider other lifestyle changes, such as moving to a different area. Alternatively, offering regular lifts or providing information about public transport may soften the blow. While it’s hard to tell a person who loves driving that it’s time to stop, it may help to remember that in the event of an accident a frail, older body is more likely to suffer serious injuries. Although it will be a difficult adjustment, this decision is as much for their own good as it is for those unfortunate, innocent road users who may become their victims.

by Kate McLelland

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Iain Betson goes tyre kicking Having just forked out £450 for three tyres on the car - no it’s not a Reliant Robin; fate being what it is I fully expect the fourth one to go pop in the near future right now I am in a zone of “tyre care awareness”. Sad I know, but if it saves me having to replace tyres on a regular basis then so be it. So here are some nuggets of tyre wisdom I’ve learnt and pass to you: 1. Use the correct pressures, and change them depending upon your load (increase for heavy use, reduce for everyday journeys). Doing this will improve stability, save fuel and prolong the tyre’s life. 2. Tread wear: check the tread wear indicators – raised areas at the base of the grooves of the tread. If the tread is level with the indicator you have only 1.6mm of tread left. Under that and it’s a fine and three points per illegal tyre. 3. Putting nitrogen instead of air in the tyre increases its life and saves fuel as it lessens the rolling resistance by dispersing heat more effectively. 4. Avoid those kerbs: hitting them will damage the tyre side wall, with a cut or bulge raising the risk of a blowout. 5. Potholes: do your best to avoid them safely. Hitting these will damage the tyre and, quite possibly, the wheel too, especially if you have “run-flat” tyres as they have very little give in the sidewall, meaning the wheel takes more punishment. A replacement wheel is a lot more expensive than a tyre. 6. If your car has traction control, changing just one tyre can make the system behave oddly as it receives conflicting information from the different tread depths, and thus grip, on the tyres. In some cases it will even inhibit the car’s performance as it attempts to keep the car safe from what it perceives is a dangerous condition.

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The Fiat 500

Fiat’s whizzy runabout may have had a facelift but it still has bags of retro-chic. I heard it first-hand that some weeks the 500 is the only car Fiat dealers sell, and at other times it outsells all other models in their range combined. But who’s surprised really? Since its launch in 2007, Fiat have made 1.5 million 500s. And the reason is it’s simply a fun car to drive. The original reincarnation (‘scuse the pun) drew entirely on the original 1960s Cinquecento’s Italian style. This “remaster”, as Fiat calls it, is no different. Along with the BMW Mini and Vauxhall’s Adam, Fiat has plugged firmly into the “fashion car” sector, appealing to those buyers who like their runabout styled with their own individual and personal touches, but are still part of the chic set. The new version has received both a facelift and a tummy tuck. The sporty Abarth version aside, the 500 is now available in three trim levels, the names of which chime very well with its aimed-for sector: the Pop, Pop Star and Lounge. Three petrol engines provide the go. The mid-range, but tiny, 900cc turbo-charged two-cylinder TwinAir 85bhp version recently secured Fiat the Citycar award from eco-motoring website Next Green Car, but the other two are no gas guzzlers either. A second 105bhp turbo version of the 900cc engine is the most powerful whilst, surprisingly, the lowest powered of the trio is a 1.2 normally-aspirated 4 cylinder variant. 5-speed gearboxes are standard on the two lower powered engines, while the 105bhp engine has a 6-speed box. Standard features include LED running lights, heightadjustable steering wheel, USB and aux-in connections on the stereo, central locking and electric windows. The top of the range Lounge version augments this with, amongst other features, fog lights, rear parking sensors and a touchscreen based entertainment system.

REMASTERING AN ICON

The knowledge: Fiat 500 Price: from £10,890 Top speed: 107mph Fuel Economy: 74.3 mpg (combined cycle) CO2 emissions: 90g/km Where the facelift and the sector positioning really show is in the customisation, where the available combinations take up about three-quarters of the glossy sales catalogue. From wheel size (15”, 16” or 17”) through exterior styling to interior colours and gadgets, the list goes on. The options even extend to the style of 500 badge on the (optional, of course) side protection strips and the colour of the key fob cover! It’s in the driving that the 500 wins and wins again. With its small engines you’d think that the 500 would struggle to beat a snail - but it’s not so. The 85 horse powers of the midspec engine nip the car along to a very respectable 107mph and get it to 60 in 11 seconds. It’s frugal too: none of the three engines gives a combined cycle of less than 60mpg figures helped, no doubt, by being equipped with start/stop technology, which is ideal for the mainly city driving seen by most 500s. I was expecting the engine to be a little on the shaky side, being that it has only two cylinders on-board, but that is not the case - I couldn’t detect any lumpiness at all. After nearly 10 years of production, Fiat have remained wise and maintained both the lines and the size of the 500. Facelifts are sometimes more than cosmetic and can extend to lengthening of the wheelbase or widening of the body. Sure, it’s getting on for twice the size of the Cinquecento, but that didn’t come with airbags and air conditioning. Keeping the size the same means the remastered Fiat 500 is still the fun tippy-toes whizz-about it’s always been.

by James Baggott

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Living Room There is a subtle but definite shift going on in the way people use and drive their cars. Aids such as lane departure warning, self parking, adaptive cruise control and emergency stop systems are there to make the journey safer. But you’ll also see options in the brochures under the pseudonym of “comfort” or “leisure packs”; Bluetooth phone connectivity, in-car wi-fi and internet radio.

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All sounds a bit “Joe 90”? After all, didn’t those sci-fi comics of the 1960’s have us all driving auto hover-cars, dressed in two-piece, one-colour leisure suits by now? Well, the 2015 Tokyo motor show saw concept cars with these features from Nissan and Mercedes, the latter being vigorous innovators in the motoring world. Mercedes were first to bring you such things as brakes on all 4 wheels (yes really!), fuel injection, traction control and airbags. Still, they have yet to introduce a range of one-colour two-piece leisure suits.

On average it takes five years for a model to go from drawing board to front drive, so by 2020 expect the family hatchback to be not simply a means of transportation but a place of relaxation too. It’s recognised that we are spending longer in our cars, so the makers are moving towards the car being as much a living as a driving space. Driverless technology is here already, albeit just past the embryonic stage. Soon we will see accident prevention systems as standard including innovative methods to control the car (steering wheels will seem very last year). Also we are likely to find the car thinking for itself, making route choices and driving decisions for you based upon external data, not just from the internet but in the immediate space that surrounds it.

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Dividend Taxation A change to the dividend taxation laws is to be implemented from April 2016. Pension and ISA dividends will not be affected by the new regime and will remain free of tax, but the new dividend rules are likely to have an adverse effect on directors and shareholders of small incorporated companies. The new proposals will reportedly bring in an extra £2.54 billion in revenue for the 2016/17 tax year, with smaller amounts continuing to bolster the public purse in future years. The changes are an effort by the government to equalise tax laws for those who run unincorporated businesses.

Here’s a summary of the changes to be introduced • A maximum annual Dividend Allowance of £5,000 is to come into force (after taking the personal allowance into account) • The existing 10% notional Dividend Tax Credit will be scrapped • Dividends over the £5,000 annual limit will be taxed at the following rates:

AND OTHER CHANGES TO TAX LAWS IN 2016/2017 harder for people in business to survive financially. This includes both individual contractors who have incorporated their businesses, and family-run companies. In conjunction with the introduction of auto-enrolment and the new minimum wage, abolishing the 10% Dividend Tax Credit could be the final straw for some small limited companies.

In fact, an online petition has been started, objecting to these new rules. Company directors/shareholders say that the rewards of low dividend taxation compensated for the long hours and risks they took when starting their business, and that their overall contribution to the economy needs to be more widely acknowledged by the government. The Telegraph reports that an additional £6.8 billion in tax will be paid by small business owners in the next five years, and that some are considering putting their business up for sale.

Are there any other changes to UK taxation in the forthcoming financial year? Other announcements made in last year’s Budget include:

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Restrictions on pension tax relief for those with an income of £150,000 or more will come into force from April 2016. Currently, higher rate tax payers enjoy 40% tax relief on their pension contributions. A fixed rate of 33% will apply for all in the new tax year, regardless of the rate band they are in.

>> 38.1% (in the additional rate band) People with a low dividend income will see a reduction in their tax bill, but the new measures are likely to hit family-run small businesses the hardest. Any individual in receipt of more than £5,000 in dividends during a tax year will also be required to complete the selfassessment process from April 2016, as the tax on dividends will not be deducted at source.

So why has the Treasury decided to overhaul the current system? The government is attempting to discourage tax-motivated incorporation, which means setting up a business as a limited company simply to enjoy a lower rate of tax on income. In the past, directors/shareholders of a limited company have been able to take a small salary from their business, which attracted enough tax to maintain their entitlement to the state pension. The government’s objection, however, is that company profits are then used to extract a further dividend taxed at the much lower rate of 10%. Additionally, no National Insurance contributions are required on dividend income, and the Treasury felt the need to act to ensure greater equality for those who set up their own business without incorporation. The low taxation rate of 10% on dividend income had been introduced at a time when rates of Corporation Tax were much higher, and at the time, was an attempt to relieve the financial pressures being experienced by directors and shareholders.

Strong objections from the business community With the inherent difficulties facing small businesses, fears have been expressed that the government is making it much

• Savings interest Said to be an acknowledgement of recent poor returns for savers, George Osborne also announced in last year’s budget that savings interest of up to £1,000 will no longer be taxed. He said that around 95% of savers will no longer have to pay tax twice on their savings - once when the money was earned, and again when deposited in their bank account. • Digital tax accounts One of the biggest overhauls of the tax system in recent times, the introduction of digital tax accounts is relevant for anyone who has previously been required to complete a self-assessment tax return. The ‘account’ will be similar to online banking in that details on how much is owed will be available to view at any time, and taxpayers will be able to make payments throughout the financial year rather than meeting a specific deadline. These are all significant changes to taxation laws in the UK, and are set to bring in considerable sums for the Treasury, but the new dividend tax rules seem to be attracting the most concern and criticism. www.itcontracting.com/new-dividend-tax-april-2016/ www.rossmartin.co.uk/directors/tax-efficient-remuneration/1591summer-budget-2015-dividend-tax petition.parliament.uk/petitions/106525 www.gov.uk/government/publications/dividend-allowance-factsheet/ dividend-allowance-factsheet www.thisismoney.co.uk/money/saving/article-3000721/Budget-2015Chancellor-scraps-tax-1-000-savings-income.html www.telegraph.co.uk/news/predictions/money/12049452/pay-morebeat-pensions-tax-changes.html moneyweek.com/the-summer-budget-what-it-means-for-you/

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Eating and Entertaining Even in a tiny kitchen, it’s always a good idea to try fit in somewhere to eat and drink. Fold-down tables might work, or perhaps there is room for a small dining table – if it extends for extra guests, so much the better. Or you could add a breakfast bar by forming an ‘L’ shape at the end of a run of worktop, adding a couple of high stools that can tuck underneath when not in use. Bingo! An eat-in kitchen.

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Choosing Units & Worktops Mixing textures and colours in the kitchen is a growing trend, and top fashion picks at present include metallics, marble and rough, tough industrial accents. Deep worktops and open shelving will update a kitchen of any size, but what matters most in any kitchen is quality. You can find more or less any look at more or less any price - but you do get what you pay for. Check the quality of the carcass: cheaper ones are made from chipboard, sometimes with just hardboard backs, which may be fine if all you want is a budget option. But for a wellused kitchen that you want to last a number of years, opt for plywood or MDF veneer, the thicker the better. Laminate worktops are the budget choice – choose high-pressure rather than low-pressure ones, as they’re more durable. Wooden worktops can also be inexpensive, but avoid ones that are too cheap or too thin, especially if you’re installing them next to a sink, as they’ll just warp and buckle. Splashbacks are often made from the same material as the worktop, though if cost is an issue you could opt for a cheaper alternative, such as ceramic tiles, tongue and groove painted with tough gloss, or a fashionable sheet of clear or coloured acrylic.

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LIGHTING Lighting really makes a difference to the mood of a bathroom and, if possible, it should be planned in the initial design stages. Include good general, overall lighting, perhaps in the form of inset ceiling spotlights or (less expensive) a ceilingmounted track, plus some task lights, by the mirror, for shaving or applying make-up. Clever ideas include: storage units that incorporate lighting; fitting uplighters in flooring; an led colourchanging lamp operated by remote control; adding a colourful light stream to your tap water and even illuminated tiles. You could even consider fitting low-level lighting that comes on automatically when someone enters the room – great for nighttime toilet visits. Remember that when any light fitting is near water, it must be manufactured with suitable protection against splashing – designated by an IP coding of 4 and above.

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It’s easy to get Valentine’s Day wrong: nothing says “I love you” less than uncomfortable pants in the wrong size, some wilting flowers or whatever chocolates were half price in Tesco. But if your soul mate is a gadget fan, it’s very easy to get Valentine’s Day right. One of the problems of buying presents for gadget fans is that they tend to have the big things already, so for example if they fancied an Apple Watch or a Samsung Galaxy S6 they’ve almost certainly bought it for themselves. But that’s an opportunity rather than a problem, because there are stacks of accessories and add-ons that can enhance what they’ve already got. Take the Apple Watch, for example. There’s a huge range of straps including tanned and coloured leather, metal and fun coloured silicone that can completely transform its looks. Apple’s own ones are fairly nice and predictably expensive, but you don’t need to pay quite so much: metal straps from the likes of Hoco (£48) and leather ones from Nomad (around £70) look and feel fantastic, and having multiple straps means the Watch fits with any outfit from ultra-casual to seriously formal. It’s a similar story with smartphone and tablet cases, where there are some fantastic designs to choose from. A woven Ted Baker case for the iPad Mini is £35, while Pipetto.co.uk’s clever Origami cases are around £30. You’ll find all kinds of household names making phone and tablet cases including Radley, Michael Kors and Aspinal of London, with prices ranging from around £12.50 for a simple Radley iPhone case to £250 for an Aspinal iPad case. Accessories aren’t just about fashion. If your beloved has a smartphone, tablet or laptop they might appreciate some Bluetooth accessories, such as Bluetooth wireless headphones - around £50 for a set of Jabra Move headphones, rising to around £200 for high-end sets from Bose - or wireless speakers, which are great for streaming music from the likes of Spotify or Apple Music at home, in the garden or on the beach when Summer finally returns. We’re big fans of the Bose Soundlink Mini (£169), but you needn’t spend that much to get great sound: Sony’s SRS-X2 is around £60, while JBL’s Flip 2 is about £50 and TDK’s tough Trek Flex is £55 - £69 depending on your choice of colours. If you’d rather give a more traditional gift, technology can still help: the Lastminute.com, Laterooms.com, Expedia.co.uk, Kayak and SkyScanner apps can all help you find the perfect romantic getaway at the right price, while the 5pm and OpenTable apps make it easy to book a restaurant for a romantic night out - although if you’d rather impress by cooking something spectacular at home, celebrity chef apps from the likes of Jamie Oliver and Nigella Lawson can give you not just recipes but videos on how to prepare the perfect Valentine dinner. Tech can even help if you don’t currently have someone to share Valentine’s day with: online matchmaking services such as Match.com have smartphone and tablet apps to help you find Miss or Mr Right, while famous apps such as Tinder (for everyone) and Grindr (for gay or bisexual men) use location awareness to help you find potential partners near you. If that sounds a little bit scary, apps such as Hitch enable friends to play matchmaker, limiting the pool of potential suitors to people your friends already know.

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LAUNCHES HER DEBUT CHILDREN'S FICTION BOOK

Would your child like to read a riveting horsey tale about friendship, making memories, and finding yourself at a sun-soaked, sea-tossed riding school? Then this is the book for them. Donnington local, South-African native, and mum-of-one Myra King has just launched her début children’s fiction book, Apley Towers: The Lost Kodas. The first book in the Apley Towers series for boys and girls aged 9+, The Lost Kodas follows the adventures of Kaela Willoughby and her friends at the Apley Towers riding school. According to Myra King: “Apley Towers is about girls who have grown up together and reach their teenage years to discover that they are going in different directions. The series is a dedication to the last great adventure with your childhood friends.” Just like the book characters, Myra spent her childhood days in the saddle in South Africa until a serious fall at the age of 19. After the accident, she took to writing and used her own riding experiences as inspiration.

Although Apley Towers lies over 7,000 miles away in the fictitious town of Port St. Christopher on the coast of the Indian Ocean, the riding school couldn’t be more familiar to the Telford natives. Apley Woods and the village of Apley inspired Myra when she first arrived in the UK. “The moment I set foot in Apley Woods, I knew I had found one of those truly magical places that poets spend all their lives searching for. I had to make it immortal.” In just a couple of weeks, Myra will be launching a box set of the first three books in the Apley series. To celebrate this release, we will be giving away a copy of the first book in the series.

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Those naughty singing chipmunks return for their fourth crazy adventure! After surviving their desert island romp with long-suffering Dave (Jason Lee) in ‘Chipwrecked’, the mischievous little critters are back for more musical fun! No plot details have been disclosed yet, but incoming directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller are hot from ‘The Lego Movie’. Release Date: 12th February 2016 Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy Cast Members: Jason Lee, Justin Long, Jesse McCartney, Matthew Gray Gubler, Christina Applegate, Amy Poehler

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BATMAN V SUPERMAN: DAWN OF JUSTICE

Fearing the actions of Superman is left unchecked, Batman takes on Superman, while the world wrestles with what kind of a hero it really needs. With Batman and Superman fighting each other, a new threat Doomsday is created by Lex Luthor. It's up to Superman and Batman to set aside their differences along with Wonder Woman to stop Lex Luthor and Doomsday from destroying Metropolis. Release Date: 25th March 2016 Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy Cast Members: Henry Cavill, Ben Affleck, Gal Gadot

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at Admaston House Comm. Centre: Mon: Yoga; 6-9.30pm, Cubs 6.30-8pm, Bollywood Dancing 7.30-8.30pm. Tue: Pushchair people 9.30am-12pm, Guitar lessons 4.30-7pm, Brownies 5.30-6.45pm, Guides 7-8.30pm, Rangers 7-8.30pm, Men’s alpha 7-9pm. Wed: Painting 10-12, T.C.A.T. Public lunch 10.30-1pm, WI 2-4pm (1st Wed of mth), Weight Watchers 6-7.30pm, Beavers 6-8pm, T.C.A.T. Cooking around the world 6-8pm Thu: Coffee morning 10-12.30pm, Scouts 7-9pm, Explorers (age14-18) 7.309.30pm, Ladies alpha 7.30-9.30pm. Fri: Mini mud pies 10-12, Community cafe 9.30-2pm, Youth club 7.30-9pm If you would like further info. on above visit www.admastonhouse.org.uk or contact Derrick Powell on 01952 247908

Church Aston

Crafty Sew and Sews - we meet for sewing, knitting and other crafts at the Church Hall, Church Aston on Tuesdays from 2-4pm. New members welcome. Church Aston Thursday Club meet fortnightly Thu afternoon 2pm till 4pm, speakers, outings. Contact Sylvia 01952 402744 or 812092 at Church Aston Village Hall: Mon: 10-11am Zumba, 11.30-12.30 Beg. Pilates, 2-4pm U3A Sewing/Craft Grp (alt.wks), 7-10pm Whist Tue: 10-12 Tai Chi, 6.30-9.30pm Line Dancing Wed: 9.30-10.25 Easy Tone, 10.30-11.15 Kettle Bell Class, 4.30-4.30 Kids Dance Classes, 7-10pm Whist Thu: 2-4pm Whist, 6-8pm Cubs Fri: 2-4pm Tea dance, 4.15-6 Twinkle toe dance, 6-7 Beavers, 7-8 Scouts Sun: 2nd Sun of Mth. Table Top Sale 11-1. Amanda 07905 528438 to book (No sale Aug and Nov is 3rd Sunday). From 7pm Ballroom Dance Lessons

Dawley

Dawley Traditional Market - Every Friday, Meadow Rd car park. Contact 01952 380934 Telford Christian Fellowship, Christian Worship & Prayer for Healing, Sun 10:30am-12pm at the Dawley Hse, 2 Burton St, Dawley TF4 2ES. Contact Giles Higgins 01952 272961 www. tcfonline.org.uk Dawley Christian Centre: Mon: 5-8pm Brownies & Rainbows, Tue: 9.30-11.30 - Stay & play groups for under 5’s Wed: Slimming World at 9.30am, Call Celia on 07575 123666 Fri: 2-4pm - Computer Club (3rd Fri each mth) 9am-12pm Table Top Sale

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Oakengates Rangers Colts U11’s Football Club - are looking to recruit male and female players for the 2014/2015 season - if you are currently aged 10-11 please feel free to come along.Training every Thursday, 6pm to 7:30pm at Donnington football pitches (near Little Theatre). Contact Nik: 07506 722488 or Saul: 07411 467341. Telford Sea Cadets – Tue & Thu nights 6.45-9pm, Cadets is for ages 12-18, Juniors 10-11. See website for details or contact us by email: Telford.seacadets@ yahoo.com Thu - The Creation Station ‘Little Explorer’ pre-schooler arts & crafts sessions. Cordingley Hall, Wellington Road. 10.15 to 11.05 (term-time) Call to book your place 0844 854 9128. at Donnington Methodist Church:

2nd Sunday of every month - Messy Church (3-4.30pm). Everyone invited. If you are a child you will need to bring an adult with you! An hour of fun, games & craft activities, don’t wear your best clothes. Donations welcomed. We don’t expect you to belong to a church.

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Telford Hot Trax Radio Controlled Car Club - Meets every Wednesday at Hadley Learning Centre @ 7.30pm to 10pm. Contact: 07834 808943 Hadley Traditional Market - Wed every week, Hadley Local Centre. Contact 01952 380934 Telford Wine Making & Home Brewing Club - at Hadley Rest Rooms, (by the Sikh Temple) on the 1st Thu of month 7.45 to 8pm. For info contact Chris Hall on 01384 345408 or Sharon on sharon_ collins75@yahoo.com Wrekin and Telford Singers meet at Hadley Methodist church every Friday at 7.30pm. We are a mixed choir with no audition. Visitors wishing to come and listen in are most welcome.

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Horsehay and District Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 3rd Mon of each month at Horsehay Village Hall at 7.30pm. Call 01952 503535 for more info. Horsehay Methodist Church - coffee morning on Wed 10.30-noon. Parents & toddlers on Fri mornings 10-11.30am. Youth group Fri 7-8.30pm (10 to 14 yr olds) National Organisation of the Widowed - meet every 4th Wednesday of the month at Horsehay Village Hall at 7.30pm. Anyone interested call Keith on 01952 598924 or Doreen on 01952 502551.

Lawley

Learn to Play Bridge - at Lawley Community Centre. For further information contact Peter Seager on 01952 419999 Lawley WI meet on the 1st Tue of every month at 7.15pm StJohn’s Church Hall at Lawley. For more info. call Jill Gould on 01952 597994.

Lilleshall

Lilleshall Women’s Institute - Open to all age groups - speakers, demonstrations, refreshments and raffle. At Lilleshall Memorial Hall 3rd Tue of month 7.30pm. Guests £2 per session. Contact Francis Taylor 01952 604718

Madeley

Madeley Art Club - meets every Mon (exc. Bank Hols), 9:30am-12 noon @ Jubilee Hall, Madeley - all over 55’s welcome. For more info call Aneita on 01952 590304. Madeley Traditional Market - Tue & Sat – every week, Russell Square. Contact 01952 380934 Life Drawing - every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm at Jubilee House, Madeley. Excellent tutor. For more info. call the WEA 01952 614451 or email telfordcentre@wea.org.uk. 1st Wed each month - Madeley Townswomen Guild meets 7.30pm at the Common Room, Bridle Court, Bridle Rd. Madeley, TF7 5SG Contact 01952 878069.

Muxton

Muxton Movers walking group - meet on a Tue & Thu evening, 7.15pm at Muxton School for an hour of fairly flat walking. Sundays, at 6.30pm, cover approx. 7 miles, in 1.5hrs. New members are welcome! at St John’s Church Muxton: Mon: Painting Club 2-4pm (term time), 4.15om onwards Blue Branches Drama Academy Tue: Tiny Tots (10am, 1pm term time),

Rainbows - followed by Brownies & Guides Wed: In Stitches 2pm (1st & 3rd Wed) Embroiderers Guild 8pm (every 4th Wed) Muxton Ladies 7.45pm (1st Wed each mth) Thu: Afternoon Fellowship 2.30-4pm monthly & Beacon 7.45pm Fri: Lunch Club Over 50’s (1st Fri of mth) Sub:Zero – Youth Cafe, yrs7+ 4-6pm Sat: Young Embroiderers (Mthly), Prayer Breakfast (bi-monthly) Available for hire for parties etc.. Sun: Church Services 11am Available for hire for parties etc.. If you would like further info. on the above activities - contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

5th Feb (Fri) - Chatty Chinese New Year Party 2016 - 5pm-8pm at Royal Navy Assocation Club, Bellmans Yard, High St, Newport TF10 7AJ. Newport's 1st Chinese New Year party to celebrate the year of the monkey! Please come and support this local, cultural event that the whole family can enjoy. Chatty Chinese students & under 5's go Free, Adults £10, Children £5. Tickets available in advance please contact Lucy 07507 166374 16th Feb (Tue) - U3A Newport - next meeting 2pm at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Avenue, Newport. Miss Johanna Vardon MBE will present "Personal Glimpses of the Titanic". Visitors are welcome. Admission £1. 15th Mar (Tue) - U3A Newport - next meeting 2pm at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Avenue, Newport. Carolyn Bailey will present "If you can't stand the heat get out of the kitchen" - a light-hearted look at life in the police force in the 1970's. Visitors are welcome. Admission £1. Newport (SALOP) and District Male Voice Choir - seeking new members for well established friendly choir, meet 7.30pm on Mondays at Trinity Church Wellington Rd Newport. Novices are welcome, come along for a taster session. You do not to be a Tom Jones, just someone who can hold a note and fit in to the choir. For more infor visit our website, or call 01952 813267. Shropshire WIldlife Trust (Newport) meet 7.30-9pm on 2nd Tue of month (exc. Dec), Church Aston Church Hall, Newport TF10 9JG. £2 members, £3 non-members, inc. refreshments. The Dalen Singers is a small, friendly, mixed voice choir founded 30 years ago in Newport. Rehearsals on Tue evenings, 7pm at Trinity Church, Wellington Road, Newport. If you would like to meet us just come to rehearsals, you will be very welcome, or ring secretary 01952 811741 for more information. Used Toner Cartridges - Shrewsbury Music Therapy Trust are collecting and recycling used printer ink-jet cartridges in order to raise funds to support children with learning difficulties. Drop off at Card n Play (High Street, Newport), box towards back of the shop. Dressmaking Classes at Cosy Hall, Newport on Thu’s - 10am-12.30pm and 7.30-9.30pm ‘Saturday Sewing Bee’ 2-5pm, monthly. Details and booking contact Catherine on 01952 276061. catherine@lovedressmaking.co.uk www.facebook.com/lovedressmaking Toy Library in Cottage Care Centre, Newport, every Friday 9.45-11.30, preschool age. Contact Steve Ravenscroft 01952 811935 or just call in. Newport RNA Club - Excellent venue with warm friendly atmosphere. Function room for hire. Mon - bridge club, Tue - open mic, Wed - pool, Thu bingo, Fri - dominoes/quiz nights/live entertainment, Sat - live entertainment. Pay on door. Non-Members £3. 07772 611540

Newport French Evening Classes For Adults - At Adams` Grammar School - Conversational Classes Thursdays. For further info call Lynn on 01952 812944 or email lynnjones2@freeuk.com Serendipity Singles, 45+, established in Shropshire, now meeting in Newport. Full details from 07704 792610 Newport Scouts, Longford Road HQ. Beavers, Thu’s at 6pm; Cubs, Wed’s at 6pm; Scouts, Wed’s 7.30 pm. Contact: Liz on 07780 611260 Newport Flower Arranging Class - held every Thursday (starting 25th Sep14) 1:30-3pm at Newport Cricket Club. Qualified teacher, all welcome, inc. beginners. Contact Catherine Bentley on 01952 811989. The Guild of Silk Painters - meetings are held from 7-9.30pm on the third Monday of each month atCosy Hall, Water Lane Newport. Contact Margaret 01785 254803, Diana 01785 223339 or Anethia 01952 813101. Female 77 - Meetings held every Wednesday during term time at Newport Cottage Hospital 8pm. Speakers,demonstrations and outings. New members welcome. Contact Chris 01952 811533 Newport Wine Appreciation Group meet from 7pm-9pm on Tue’s at Cosy Hall, Newport. Beginners and more experienced enthusiasts welcome. Contact Geoff on 01743 884658 Newport Life Drawing and Figure Sculpting Workshops – Saturday mornings at Adams’ Grammar School. For further information please call Michael on 07528489320 or email michaeljamespotter@hotmail.co.uk Newport Farmers’ Market – 3rd Thu of every month, The Square and The Buttercross, Newport – Contact Tel 01952 380934 Newport Town Brass Band rehearse at Harper Adams University every Wednesday. 7:30 - 9:30pm. All players welcome. Contact via: newportband@ blueyonder.co.uk Newport Trefoil Guild meets monthly on a Thursday at Cosy Hall, Water Lane. All members/ex members of Girl Guiding welcome. Contact Cris 01952 253960 for further details. Newport Photographic Club - meet 7.45pm on Tues (Sep-Jun) in the Baptist Church Hall in Water Lane, Newport. See www.newportphotoclub.com for details. Pitchcroft & Church Aston WI Meetings held 3rd Wed of month in Church Hall, Church Aston at 7.30 pm. Variety of speakers & demonstrations. Guests admission is £3.50. Contact Sheila Johnstone 01952 820294 for further details.

Oakengates

Oakengates Traditional Market Saturday – every week, Limes Walk. Contact 01952 380934. The Telford & District branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society hold a Monthly Social on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall in Oakengates. There is a short chair based exercise session followed by refreshments & a chance to chat - open to anyone affected by MS. Branch Helpline number: 07866 628593. Boys’ Brigade - Tue at Oakengates United Church - 6pm Anchor Boys’, 7pm Junior Boys’ Brigade (Contact: 01952 608007). Fri 7pm Company Section open to boys and girls year 7+. (Alan Talbot on 01952 612075) Oakengates Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 4th Thu of each month at the United Reform Church at 7pm. Call 01952 261 207 for more info.

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Sewing Machine Classes - Every Tuesday at Priorslee Primary Academy, 7pm -9pm. All abilities welcome, beginners courses and led activities. Call Nicky on 01952 201502 for more details.

COMMUNITY & WHATS ON

Tea & Natter at St. Peter’s Church, Church Rd, Priorslee, 2pm-3pm, bring & buy with a draw. Every 4th Thu of the month. Come and join us for a chat with drinks & refreshments 50p – all are welcome. AgeUk over 60’s Pub Lunch Club at the Flaming Grill, Priorslee, meet 2nd Monday of each month. Please contact Pauline Comley for further details 01952 200359 Family Praise at St Peters Church, Church Rd, Priorslee: All-Age Worship, 2nd Sunday of each month, 1/2hour service, 10-10:30am, ideal for children! Contact Chris Harris 07941 961461 or email stpeterspriorslee@btinternet.com Priorslee Lions Chess Club - Monday nights from 7:30pm - The Lion, Shifnal Road, Priorslee www.priorsleelionschessclub.co.uk Whist Drive - Every Sat, at Priorslee Scout Hut, 7.15pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details. Carers` Group meets every last Tue of month, 2.30-4.30pm at the Old Fire Station, Shifnal. Contact Ivy 01952 750228 (day only) for more details. at Redhill Primary School - more details from Tim Carter, tim.carter@ podchurch.org.uk: GodStories: Families exploring Bible stories together – craft, drama, story telling, and cake. 1st Sunday of the month, 4:30–6pm. Alpha Cafe: Explore some of the big questions of life together over afternoon tea/coffee. Activities for children. Chilled family Sunday afternoon out. 2nd & 4th Sundays of the month, 4:305:30pm. Sunday Afternoon Thing: Relaxed, family friendly, church get together for worship, prayer and Bible teaching, with PeaPods group for younger children. 3rd Sunday of month, 4:30-6pm.

Shawbirch

Shawbirch Community Centre: Mon: Youth Club 10-15 yrs (6–8pm) Tue: Youth Club 10-13 yrs (3:30–5pm) Wed: Bridge Club (7pm – 10pm) Thu: Bingo / Social Club (6:45pm – 8:45pm) (every other week) Fri: Telford Stage School - 5.45pm The community centre is available to hire evenings & weekends. For further info. call 01952 248538.

Shifnal

16th Feb (Tue) - Shifnal Townswomen's Guild meet in Shifnal Village Hall at 7-30p.m. Shelagh Hampton will be speaking on'Wroxeter and the Romans'. Visitors very welcome - first visit free. For more details, please conact shifnaltg@hotmail.co.uk or 01952 460782. 23rd Feb (Tue) - Wrekin U3A - Shifnal Village Hall 2pm. William Farmer “From Rostrum to Roadshow - Tales of an Auctioneer” Visitors welcome. £2. Details from www.u3asites.org.uk/ wrekin 26th Feb (Fri) - The Shifnal Society - AGM and Members' Cheese & Wine Evening, 7.45 pm, St Andrew's Youth Club, Bridgnorth Road, Shifnal. Further details on 01952 463348 or www.2shrop.net/shifnalsociety 15th Mar - Shifnal Townswomen's Guild AGM. For more details, please conact shifnaltg@hotmail.co.uk or 01952 460782. 22nd Mar (Tue) – Wrekin U3A. 2pm, Shifnal Village Hall. ‘The Walled Garden at Attingham Park’ by A member of staff at Attingham Park. Shifnal Senior Citizens meet every Friday afternoon in the Social Club in Curriers Lane, Shifnal at 2-4pm Membership £6 per year. All Senior Citizens are welcome. Shifnal Tots and Toddlers meet every Thursday 9:15am til 11am in term time at the Youth Club, Bridgnorth Road. Children 4 years and under with their carers welcome.

Shifnal Tennis Club - Social play every Mon & Wed 6.30 onwards. New members always welcome including beginners or ‘back to tennis’ , junior coaching available throughout the week. Contact Merill Holt 07762 15270 or Head Coach Ian Gillespie 07761 970759 for juniors. LIVE AT HOME - Support for older people offering friendship and company, activities and entertainment, outings and visits, theatre trips and exercise. Contact Rachel on 01952 879873 Shifnal ART Group - Fri’s 10am-12. £5. Senior Citizens Hall, Curriers Ln. T&C. contact Jim 01952 463211. Get Shifnal On Line - Free computer lessons are on offer from local volunteers in Shifnal library. If you have no knowledge of computers, but would like to learn at your own pace, call 07805 632225. Shifnal Crime Prevention Panel meets on the 4th Wednesday each month at 8pm at the Park House. Anyone interested in keeping Shifnal’s crime figures low is welcome to attend. Contact 01952 462988 for details. Carers` Group meets every last Tue of month, 2.30-4.30pm at the Old Fire Station, Shifnal. Contact Ivy 01952 750228 (daytimes only) for more details. Shifnal Men’s Link - Meet 3 times a year (Feb, Jun & Oct) at Haughton Hall for a meal with a guest speaker. Contact Chris Blake on 01952 463171 or email: info@shifnal-mens-link.co.uk Shifnal Ladies Link - Meet 3 times a year (Feb, Jun & Oct) at Haughton Hall for a meal with a guest speaker. Contact Sue Blake on 01952 463171 or email: info@ shifnal-ladies-link.co.uk Stagekids of Shifnal - for 6–16s meet every Thu during term time at The Youth Club, Bridgnorth Rd, Shifnal, 6–11 yr olds meet at 6.45pm-8pm, 12–16 yr olds meet 8pm-9.45pm. Contact Sandra on 01952 462759 Shifnal Millennium Sensory Garden The working party meets each month from March through to end of Nov on the 1st & 3rd Sat’s 9.30am-noon and the 2nd & 4th Thu’s 2.30-4.30pm. Enthusiastic helpers welcome as supervision given. Contact Pauline 01952 460914 or Angela - 01952 462627 for more details or just turn up on the day. Shifnal Flower Club meet 4th Tue of every month at Shifnal Village Hall at 7.30pm. Professional Floral Art Demonstrations, Garden Visits & Outings, if you love flowers, come & join us. Call Sue Munslow on 01952 461076 Shifnal Flower Club Workshop is 3rd Tue of every month at Curriers Lane Room, Shifnal - 7.30pm. Learn how to produce your own floral arrangement. Members £2, non members £4. Call Chris Finlan on 01952 750312. Shifnal & District Male Voice Choir meet on Thu at 7.30pm at Idsall School (6th form common room). New recruits welcome. Contact Ged Heyes on 01952 586968, for further details. St Andrews Church, Shifnal - Every Tue 10am – 12 noon Coffee and a listening ear in the Brooke Room. Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal - Every Wednesday 10am - 12 noon all welcome to drop in for a drink & a chat. Ladybirds tots and toddlers meet every Friday from 10-11.30am at Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal. All children under 5 and their carers are welcome. St Mary’s Church Presbytery, Victoria Road, Shifnal - Coffee Morning every Thu. All welcome for a drink and a chat.

St Georges

4th Feb - Wrekin Historical Group meets at St Georges Council Rooms at 7.30 - Dorothy Nicholle talks on Attingham Park 3rd Mar - Wrekin Historical Group meets at St Georges Council Rooms at 7.30 - Gillian Reynolds discusses Telfords Emerging Heritage

at St Georges Methodist Church: Mon - 4pm Rainbows / 5.45pm Brownies (Contact: 01952 293944) Wed - Snedshill & District Over 60’s Club - meet 1pm (T: 618221 - Lois Bull) 1st Wed of every month - St Georges WI meet in the Church Hall at 7pm contact Ede Robinson 01952 251467 for further details. Thu - 6pm Guides / 7.45pm Morningside Ladies Choir (Contact 01952 619347) Thu - 9:30-11:30am - Little Fishes under 5’s group. For all pre-school children and their carers. Meets in the St Georges Methodist Church Hall. £1.50 per family to include snacks and drinks. Contact Kate on 07976 460777.

Trench

ATC meet at TA Centre, Territorial House, Trench, Telford between 18.45 - 21.30 every Tue & Thu night. Contact number for Sqn 01952 670720

Wellington

17th Feb (Wed) - Wellington History Group talks - 7.30pm at Wellington Library - 'Apley on our Doorstep' - a talk by Geoff Harrison. Admission free but donations appreciated. 5th Mar (Sat) - Community History Day to be held at Wellington Library, 10am-2pm - displays by family & local history groups and Wrekin Local Studies Forum. Start your family tree with the community history volunteers. 12th Mar Wrekin & Telford SIngers Wrekin College Chapel Wellington. 7.30pm £7. Hallelujah chorus. Sunnycroft, 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington. Winter opening, House, garden & tearoom open 10.30am to 2pm Sat-Sun. Telford Railway Modellers Group Meets Mon to Thu 7.30-9pm. To find out more about us, our activities and how to join us, contact John MasonMorris 0798 312 7434, email morris741@ btinternet.com, or visit The Old Church Hall, Severn Drive, Dothill, TF1 3JP. Telford Lions Club - Meet on 2nd & 4th Monday each month at 8pm, at the Whitehouse Hotel, Watling Street, Wellington. To find out more about us, our activities and how to join us, t: 0845 833 9585 or email telford.lions@ yahoo.com Car boot sale – Every Sunday, Victoria Road and Nailors Row car parks – Contact Tel 01952 380934 U3A Wellington - 2nd Thu of each Month meeting at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington - 2pm. Just come along and see what’s on offer, or visit our website. S.T.A.G.s (Strategic Tactical Adventure Gaming Society) one of the biggest wargaming clubs in the country. Historical as well as Sci/Fanasty wargaming. Open every other Sun from 11am to 15.30pm, first visit is free, we meet at Belmont Hall in Wellington. www.freewebs.com/telford_stags/ T 01952 417417 Questing Knight Games Severn Harmony Ladies Barbershop Chorus meets every Monday from 7.30-9.30pm at Wellington Methodist Church,New Street,TF1 1LU for singing and fun.For more info.contact Debbie Skeates 01952 201582 or Jean Larkin 01952 276470. Craft Fair - First Sat of month, at Belmont Hall (top of New Street), 10am - 3pm. Good quality handmade items, refreshments and free entry. Wellington Jade Singers ladies choir, meet weekly on Thu evenings 7.30-9.30pm Union Free Church Hall, Constitution Hill, Wellington, TF1 3BA, contact Chris Harris 07941 961461 or email jadesingers@btinternet.com Wrekin Arts Photographic Club meets every Friday at 8pm at the Belfrey Arts Centre Wellington (Sep to Jun). Details from Sheila Thomas on 01952 617170 or www.wrekinartspc.com Eyton & Wellington WI meet 2nd Wed of every month, 7.30pm at Wellington Civic Centre.

Belmont Community Hall in Wellington - meet every Fri 11.45am-4pm - Over 50’s, tea, raffle, speakers, bingo etc.. £1.50 entry, also lunch available at £3.50 at 12pm - cooked on the premises. All welcome. For further details contact Margaret Atkinson on 01952 877409. The Wellington Girls’ Brigade meet every Tue in term time from 6-8pm at Wellington Methodist Church. All girls welcome from 5yrs+. For more info. call Tracey on 01952 405178. Wellington Evening Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 1st Tue of each month at 7.30pm at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington. Visitors welcome. Call 413686 for more info. Wellington Central Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 2nd Tue of each month at 2.15pm at the Belmont Community Hall, Wellington. For more info call 01952 255438.

Other Areas

Parkinson’s Telford & Wrekin Support Group - We offer support and friendship to people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers. Come along to our friendly group, meet other people affected by Parkinson’s and get involved in a range of events and activities. Ketley Community Centre, 1-3pm on the last Tue of every month. T: 01952 253877 Telford Sign Cafe - want to practice your signing or are you a Deaf Sign Language user who would enjoy helping us! Enjoy a coffee and a chat. All abilities welcome. Meet 3rd Fri of month from 7pm, at The Home Organisation Coffee Shop, Lightmoor. Contact Nikki: nikkibackhouse@googlemail.com, 07791 724827 Learn to Sing - Various FREE workshops available to the MALE voice. Whether you can or can’t sing, don’t know if you can or just like to try it out. Contact Geoff Avis (PRO – Telfordaires) on 0845 463 1618 Wrockwardine and District Garden Club - Meet on 1st Thu of each month at Wrockwardine Village Hall at 7.30pm. Little Wenlock WI - meet 1st Wed of every month - in the Village Hall at 2pm, new members welcome - contact Diana on 01952 244136 for further details. Severn Sisters WI - Meet every 3rd Wednesday, 7pm at Longdon On Tern Village Hall. For further info contact Paula Pierce 07841 528543 Volunteer and Make a Difference - if you could help Guide Dogs locally with fundraising, sighted guiding or other volunteer roles, please contact Valerie Jobes on 01189 838 756 or valerie. jobes@guidedogs.org.uk. Further info can be found at www.guidedogs.org.uk. Temponilla a small S.A.T.B. vocal ensemble meet fortnightly on Sunday afternoons at 2-45pm at Sutton Hill Church, please see web www.temponilla. co.uk for calender of this years events, and contact details. The Wrekin Decorative and Fine Arts Society meets at the Cold War exhibition hall at RAF Cosford Air Museum on the 3rd Mon of the mth at 2pm. Visitors £5. Contact: Louise Nixon 01746 783517 www.nadfas-wm.org.uk/wrekin.html Telford and Wrekin Ladies Circle is all about fun and friendship – trying something new, relaxing with friends, fundraising & great days out. If you are between 18-45 and want to know more contact us at: tandwladiescircle@ hotmail.com - 07961 961475 or find us on Facebook. Wrekin Writers meet 3rd Sat of month 9 till noon. Large friendly group that’ll help to motivate you with your writing. Visit www.wrekinwriters.co.uk or call Darren on 01952 405178.

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Local Health, Sport 7.30pm. Zumba - Thu 6.30-7.30pm. Hadley Methodist Church, £3.50. All abilities welcome! Debbie 07891 686812

Horsehay

Slimming World (Wed 9:30am and Thu 5pm & 7pm) at Horsehay Golf Club, Wellington Rd, Horsehay, Telford TF4 3BT Call Paula on 07791 743509

Admaston

at Admaston House Community Centre: Mon: Yoga (evenings) Contact Janet Evans on 01952 245983 Wed: Weight Watchers 5.30pm & 7pm For further info. on above contact Derrick Powell on 01952 247908 or visit www. admastonhouse.org.uk

Church Aston

at Church Aston Village Hall: Mon 10am-11am Zumba Wed 9.30-10.25am Easy tone - over 50s & beginners Wed 10.30am-11.15 - Kettlebells Class - all over body workout using kettle shaped weight. Contact Kim on 07795 225017 Mon 10-11am Zumba (easy) @ Village Hall with Nikki 07967 343728

Dawley

Touch Rugby - Telford RFC, Hinkshay Road, Telford TF3 3BZ. Wed 7pm ages 14 to adult Men and Women no previous experience required. £free. Just fun and fitness to be had! Ballroom Social Dance Class - Dawley Town Hall, Sun 7.30-10.30pm. Call Donna on 01952 567920 Dawley Phoenix Badminton Club meets on Tues 7-9pm at the Hadley Learning Community, Crescent Rd, Telford, TF1 5JU. We support a good club standard of play using feather shuttles. New members and visitors are welcome. Please come along on Club Night or contact Clive Roscoe on 07552 761896. Pilates Mon 7-8pm at Pheonix School. £30 block of 6 or £6 pay-as-you-go. Call Beryl on 01952 462896 or email beryl.feely@gmail.com. Mons’ - 8-10pm - The Ironmen & Severn Gilders Morris dance team – great fun, all welcome, men and ladies, at Phoenix School, Dawley (TF4 3DZ) Call us on 01952 728179 or visit www. ironmenandseverngilders.org Dawley Christian Centre: Mon - GKR Karate 6.30-8pm Tue - Keep Fit 10-11am, Badminton Grp 7-9pm Wed - Zumba 8-9pm Thu 9am-12pm Help 2 Quit Smoking

Hadley

Daisy Birthing classes: Active Antenatal classes on Sat 10-11:30am at HLC. Suitable for all pregnant mums. Email: janette-davey@ thedaisyfoundation.com or phone 07808 066786. Thu mornings at Telford Thai Boxing, Hadley 10-11am Yoga and 11:15-12:15pm Pilates. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact - 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet.com. Indoor Bowls - Mon & Tue 2-4pm, at Hadley Restrooms. New members VERY welcome, free trial available. For more details contact Peter on 01952 242873. Gymnastics Classes - Monday to Saturday, for beginners - advanced gymnasts. Contact: 07905 956644 or email shootingstarsonline07@yahoo.com Piloxing (Boxing, Pilates & Dance) - Mon 6.30-

Jackfield

‘Tap into Health’ - EFT tapping workshops. Relief from stress, pain and more. Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30 at The Gorge Therapy & Training Centre. £5 or whatever you can manage on the day. Caroline 01952 881151 www.carolinerolling. com Mindful Meditation - Sooth mind, body and spirit. £5. At The GorgeTherapy & Training Centre. For more info contact: Diane 01952 881151 www.you-in-mind.co.uk 17th & 18th Jan - Reiki second degree, 21st & 22 Feb - Reiki first degree at The Gorge Therapy & Training Centre. For more information contact Angela at info@gorgetherapycentre.co.uk

Ketley

Over 50’s Class @ Ketley Methodist church, Waterloo Road, Ketley. Thursday 10-11am. Suits all fitness levels and is a great place to meet new people. £3 per session. Contact Cheryl on 01952 371325 or email cheryljauncey@yahoo. co.uk Slimming World - Ketley Methodist Church on Tue at 5.30 & 7.30pm.

Lawley

Baby Yoga at St. Johns Church Hall, Lawley – Mon 1-2pm, Adult Yoga Mon 8.15 to 9.15pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch.co.uk. www.mitchytitch.co.uk Mummy Movers - St Johns Church Hall, Wed: 7.30-8.30pm & Thu: 10.15-11.00am. Call: Laura 07929 154 536 / laura@mummymovers.com Website: www.mummymovers.com Zumba Classes (£4) - Wed - Lawley Community Centre - 6pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Lightmoor Village

at Oak Tree Centre, Lightmoor Village: Mon: Hatha Yoga 7-8.30pm, drop-in £4 per session. Call/text Emma on 07590 437712 or emabyoga@yahoo.co.uk Wed: Help to Quit Smoking 5.30-6.30pm - for app’s call Rachel 07979 540496 Sat: Dance Classes 9-10.15am (7yrs+), 10.1511am (3-6yrs)

Leegomery

Slimming World - Wed 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Leegomery Community Centre. Call Pam on 07854-896515 for more details.

Lilleshall

Adult Yoga class, Mon 10-11am at the Memorial Hall in Lilleshall. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch.co.uk. www. mitchytitch.co.uk Lilleshall Village Tennis Club - Welcomes new members, Tues, Thurs evenings & Sunday mornings. Junior & Adult Coaching – Saturday afternoons. Complete beginners course for Adults - Tues pm. For further details contact Pauline Coffey on 01952 604757 Lilleshall National Sports Centre - Sutherland Badminton Club - Tue evenings 8.30 10.30pm New members welcome. Contact: Amanda Haselock - 01952 677590 Premier Badminton Club are seeking new members. Tue evenings from 7:30pm at

Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Contact Anthony 01952 526520 or Rob 01952 840453 www.premier badminton.co.uk Lilleshall Hall Table Tennis Club - meets Mon 7.15-10.15pm in the Ford Hall, Lilleshall National Sports Centre, 12 tables - coaches for juniors & beginners. Sessions £5 adults, juniors. Call Vicky 810355 or Don 416048.

Madeley

Bootcamp/Interval training classes at Bridal Road, Bridal Court, Madeley. Every Tue & Thu 7-8pm. Suits all fitness levels and great fun. Contact Cheryl on 01952 371325 Abraham Darby Badminton Club - Social Play every Wednesday 7:15 to 9:15 at Abraham Darby Academy Sports Hall £4 per night. All welcome. Slimming World- Jubilee House, Madeley High Street, Wed at 3.30,5.30 & 7.30 and Sat at 8.30 & 10.30 am.

Muxton

at St John’s Church Muxton: Bumps n Babes (NCT) 1-2:45pm (fortnightly), sessions £1.50 Slimming World (9.30, 5.30pm & 7.30pm) Call Paula on 07791 743509 Wed: Over 50’s Aerobics (10am) Newport Little Dragons Karate 5.30-6.30pm Thu: Movement Matters (exercise class) Fri: Sequence Dancing 8pm If you would like further info. on the above activities - contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

Body Blitz 6.15-7.15pm @ Burton Borough School Hall with Nikki 07967 343728 Clubbercise 7.30-8.30pm @ Burton Borough School Hall with Nikki 07967 343728 Junior Badminton Club - we have places available for U11’s who want to learn how to play badminton. It’s £4 per week and includes coaching by a Badminton England accredited Level 2 coach. Saturday (10-11am under 11’s and 11-12 under 15’s) in term time at Burton Borough School, Newport. Contact Des Machin on 07949 192038, E: desmachin@hotmail.co.uk Zumba Gold (easy) Fri 9.30-10.30am @ Cosy Hall Contact Nikki 07967 343728 Farmhouse Shotokan Karate Club, Moreton Millennium Community Centre and Burton Borough School, Newport - Tues, Fri & Sun. For all ages and abilities. Fully qualified and insured Instructors. First Lesson Free. Contact 07890 349451, email shropshirekarate@gmail.com or visit www.shropshirekarate.com Yoga Classes at Trinity Church, Wellington Rd, Newport: Mummy & Baby Yoga - Thu 1.30 – 2.30pm Dru Yoga classes - Fridays 7 - 8.30pm Contact Kate on 07989 514317, yogamebaby@ yahoo.co.uk www.facebook.com/yogame4families Pilates Thu 6.45-7.45pm & 8-9pm at the Back & Body Care Clinic. Small classes with increased individual attention. £42 block of 6 sessions. Call Beryl on 01952 462896 or email beryl. feely@gmail.com Zumba @ Cosy Hall, Newport. Tue 6.30-7.30 Contact Nikki: 07967 343728. Salopian Skimmers Frisbee Club are looking for new Male & Female players of all abilities. Wed night at Adams Grammar Sports Hall. 18.30 to 20.00. First 3 sessions Free. For more info email drew.barlow@live.co.uk or join us on Facebook. Fit 4 the Future exercise classes (at the studio near Focus). Mon: Jump ‘n Pump 7-8, Tue: Energize 6-7, Bootcamp 7-8, Wed: Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8, Thu: Energize 6-7, Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8. £4.50 per session. Please call Craig for details 07796 426299.

& Fitness Classes Oakengates

Slimming World (Sat - 9.30am) at Oakengates Rest Rooms, Charlton Street, Oakengates, Telford TF2 6BD - Call Paula on 07791 743509 Martial Arts Club ( Aikido ) at Oakengates Leisure Centre. Mon & Fri 7.45 / 8.45pm Juniors ( 7yrs+ ). Mon & Fri 7.45 / 10.00pm Adults. New members always welcome. First lesson is free. If you would like more info contact us on: 07929761302. Email us on suekeithhayward@sky.com

Overdale

Zumba Classes (£4) - Mon - The Carpenter Centre, Oak Road, Overdale, Telford at 6.307.30 pm. Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Priorslee

Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at Holy Trinity Academy, Priorslee. Club nights Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact: Pete Green (Chairman) on 07952 679821 or Jerry Seymour (Treasurer) on 01952 261008 (email: jandmeseymour@talktalk.net). Website: www. wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

Shawbirch

Shawbirch Community Centre: Tue - Antenatal Yoga (5:30-6:30pm), Yoga (7-9pm) Thu - Slimming World (5pm – 9pm) For further info. contact us on 01952 248538.

Shifnal

Thu 7-8pm Zumba at Shifnal Scout Hut with Nikki 07967 343728 Tue mornings at St Andrews Youth Club, - Yoga 9:30 - 10:30am and Pilates 10:45 11:45am. £5 per class or £8 for both classes. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact Gill on 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet.com. YOGA every Thu at Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal Adults - 7.10-8.10pm, Pregnancy 6-7pm, Baby Yoga at St. Andrews Church, Shifnal every Wed 1-2pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch.co.uk. www.mitchytitch.co.uk Laughter Yoga - The fun way to good health. Mon 7-8 pm. Tues 10.30 - 11.30 at Shifnal Seniors Club, Curriers Lane. All ages, all abilities. All welcome. £6 on the day or £24 for 6 weeks. Contact Caroline: 07868240605 info@gorgetherapycentre.co.uk Adult Fitness Classes at Idsall Sports Centre – METAFIT - Mon 6:30-7.15pm, YOGA - Tue 5.30-6.30pm, CIRCUITS - Wed 7.30-8.15pm, METAFIT - Thu 6.30-7.15pm. Everyone welcome! 1st Class FREE !!! 01952 460499 Shifnal Bowling Club - Social Bowling every Thu morning 10.30am-12.30pm. Junior Coaching Sat morning 11-12. All are welcome to our club young & old. Contact Graham McCarthy 01902 372 955 for details. Martial Arts Club (Aikido) - Shifnal Aikido at Idsall Sports Centre, Shifnal. Mondays 7.30 – 8.30pm - Beginners classes. Contact sensei@ albrightonaikido.co.uk or 0845 678 0091. www. shifnalaikido.co.uk Wed - 10.30-11.30 Dance class - St Andrews Youth Club Hall. Exercises & short routines for fitness & pleasure, suitable 50+, £5. Contact Sally 01952 461768 or sallykinn@hotmail.co.uk for term dates. Pilates Tue 7-8pm at Kemberton Village Hall. £30 block of 6 or £6 pay-as-you-go. Call Beryl on 01952 462896 or email beryl.feely@gmail. com Shifnal Cricket Club - Junior cricket coaching - Mon 6.30 to 7.30 for boys aged 8-11, 7.30

to 8.30 for boys aged 12 and 13. Girls coaching and boys aged 14 and 15 Fri 6.30 to 7.30. For details please call Kevin Humphreys 07983 120061. Idsall Badminton Club meet at Idsall Sports Centre, Shifnal - Tue 7-9pm. All we ask is that you play to a reasonable standard. Ceroc Modern Jive and Salsa class nights at Shifnal Village Hall. Every Monday (exc Bank Hols) 7.45pm - 11pm. New members always welcomed and no need to bring a partner. Contact Mike on 07990 554459, email cerocmidlands@aol.com or visit www. cerocmidlands.co.uk

St Georges

Slimming World - St Georges Sports & Social Club. Thu 9.30am, 11.30pm, 5pm and 7pm. Contact Celia Powell on 07575 123666 at St Georges Methodist Church: Tue 5-7pm Synergy Dance Troop (Contact: 01952 612776) Wed - 10.30am Pilates (Tel: 412924) / 1.30pm Yoga Classes - St Georges Sports & Social Club. Fri 10-11am. Classes £3.75 each. Contact Paula: 07709 558017. Email: paularushton2011@gmail.com www.facebook.com/fitnessandflexibility

Stirchley

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 60’s). Tues 4.45-5.30pm and Sat 2-3pm at Stirchley Recreation Centre. Also Wed 7-8pm at Oakengates Leisure Centre and Fri 5-6pm at Phoenix Academy, Dawley. Novices very welcome. Call Kevin on 01952 825239, Tony on 07837 986059 or Vicki on 01952 618256 for further details.

Telford - Town Centre

AQUABABIES - Swimming lessons for children aged 12 weeks to 3 years. Lessons held at The Park Inn hotel on Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat from 10am. To book your FREE trial lesson contact Lisa on 07598 617442 or Stuart on 01543 572855

Trench

Interval Training class that suits any fitness levels - 6:30 to 7:30pm. At The Labour Club, Gibbons Rd, Trench. Proven to burn more fat than any other form of exercise. Also great fun too! Class costs £3.50. Contact Cheryl 07714 610591.

Wellington

KAPAP - Martial Arts Club held at TCAT, Haybridge Rd, Telford, TF1 2NP on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm. First session free trail. Contact Paul - paul@kapaptelford.co.uk or 07737 825263. Immerse School of Diving - we have a training and club diving session on a Friday evening at 8:30pm at Wrekin College pool. Call 0777 377 1619 or email: info@ immersediving.com; visit www.immersediving. com find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/ immersediving. An active and friendly scuba diving club, we cater for beginners through to professional level divers, and charge no membership fees or surcharges on your club diving. Slimming World - Wed at TCAT Haybridge Road, Wellington, 5.30 & 7.30. Thu at Wellington Pool, Tan Bank, 5.30 & 7.30. Call Heather on 01952 289386 or just pop along! All welcome. Piloxing - techniques of boxing and vertical pilates with some dance moves. Fridays 6-7pm at Charlton School - £4. For more info contact Annette on 07866 021030.

Stretch class - Sunday 10am to 11am at Purity Health and Fitness just off Holyhead Rd, Wellington. Class is aimed at increasing and maintaining flexibility and can help with joint discomfort too. Classes are £3.50 and MUST be booked in advance due to demand for spaces. Wrekin Tennis Club - Social play every Tuesday & Thursday evening starting at 7-9pm & Sunday 11am-1pm. Based at Oakengates Leisure Centre New players welcome, Contact Alan Pritchard at: alanp52@yahoo.co.uk or 07596 984442 or visit our website, www. wrekintennisclub.co.uk Telford Community Tennis Club, Junior tennis coaching lessons at Bowring Park, Wellington on Sun - 10-11am (4-7yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 121pm (11-16yrs). We also have sessions for adult members of all abilities. www.telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk E: bob.kerr@telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk Friendly Badminton group playing 7-9pm every Thu at TCAT Sports Hall are seeking new players to join them. Come along and try a few taster sessions at £5 per night. Contact Jenny Varley (evenings 6-7pm) on 01952 249277. Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at Holy Trinity Academy, Priorslee. Club nights Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact: Pete Green (Chairman) on 07952 679821 or Jerry Seymour (Treasurer) on 01952 261008 (email: jandmeseymour@talktalk.net). Website: www. wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

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Sutton Heights - Music4health singing for all ages and stages every Sat. Fee £10. 11am-12 and sound healing at 2pm-3pm please book before day. Contact Linda 01952 680232 or visit www.lindaangelis.com Telford Green Gym - Want to get and have Fun? Don’t like the Gym try the Green Gym. Improve your fitness and general well being by getting involved in practical conservation. The Telford Green Gym offers activities all over Telford On Tue, Wed and Thu. Contact The healthy Lifestyles Hub 01952 382582 Arriba Wellness Club - Community Weight Loss Challenge at Fitness First, Telford. Call Lisa Harris on 07580 434325. Yoga for Pregnancy in Albrighton - Weekly classes every Mon 8-9.15pm. Gentle exercise from weeks 15-40 of your pregnancy. Methodist Church Hall, High St, Albrighton WV7 3JA. Classes from £7. Call Rebecca Jenks on 07890 543 508.

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MCM Midlands 13TH Comic Con! FEBRUARY

Notes from your local Muxton Councillor

The planning applications for the new play areas and outdoor gym in Muxton have been submitted following the public consultation. These projects are being paid for with money from the builders that have completed the new houses on Marshbrook Way, as part of their planning permission.

be published. In Muxton, little has altered with the large site of 750 houses straddling the A518 between Wellington Road and The Humbers. Fortunately Breton Park will not be completely surrounded by housing and the ‘Lilleshall Gap’ will ensure that there is green space between Muxton and Lilleshall. The greatest worry is the effect on the local road network and infrastructure especially with the expansion of MOD Donnington. It seems 2016 will be dominated by planning issues just like 2015 was!

The final version of the draft local plan is soon to

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Calling all sci-fi fans, gamers, comic collectors, movie buffs and anime enthusiasts! This February MCM Comic Con come returns to the Midlands.

This February, Telford’s International Centre transforms into a huge celebration of modern pop culture where you can take part in eSports competitions, explore a Comic Village packed with artists and writers, enjoy colourful costumes in the Cosplay Masquerade and meet special guests from the worlds of TV and film. Guests announced so far include the seventh Doctor himself, Sylvester McCoy! MCM Comic Con events are the UK’s largest and most exciting pop culture shows, and the only UK based shows that bring together such a broad scope of popular culture categories including; Movies, Gaming, Comics, Anime, Television Shows, Gadgets, Clothing and Toys. Last year over 9,000 pop culture fans filled the International Centre and this year is set to be even bigger! Don’t miss out, get your tickets here and keep an eye on our website and social media for more updates!

Kids Go Free! Kids go Free to MCM Comic Con! Our 'Kids go Free' offer applies all children aged 10 and under from 11am onwards. Before 11am this is priority entry and only children aged 5 or under are free. Offer is restricted to a maximum of two children per paying adult.

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By the time you read this the Muxton Lane planning appeal regarding the Gladman development will have taken place, and we now await the planning inspectors decision. The result will be of interest to Wellington residents as the appeal against the refusal of the Haygate Fields development is due to be heard in February. Hopefully common sense will prevail.

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According to Yes – Dawn French Rosie Kitto is one of those characters it’s pretty much impossible not to like. Ever optimistic, slightly eccentric and warm-hearted to boot, primary teacher Rosie sets off from England to work as a nanny for the rigidly upper-class Wilder-Binghams in Manhattan. While there, she helps them to learn to stop living by their social conventions, and start saying yes to new possibilities. At times funny, at times poignant, and with a fair few sex scenes to liven things up, According to Yes is an easy, light-hearted read that just may leave you questioning some of your own conventions.

While it can seem that the days of sleep deprivation and explosive nappies will never end, children grow up pretty quickly. This lovely journal asks mums to just write one or two sentences each day, about their children, work, or life in general. It’s set out for one date per page, but with room for five years’ of memories, so the diarist can then look back to see what thought was top of their mind that day a few years ago. Each page also has a reflective quote from Rubin, which are well worth a read in themselves.

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We’ll admit, this is as much of a gift to you as it is to her. Unlike a normal journal, Dear Mum, From You To Me uses prompts to help your mum record her memories. The idea is that she’ll pass the book back to you when she’s finished writing in it, so that you can get to know her better and have a record of her life to treasure. Some of the prompts are great conversation starters; not only will you learn more about your mum, but you’ll have an awful lot to talk about.

As a Newsnight Producer, Lucy Sweeney had it all under control, but her life as a stay-at-home mum is anything but orderly. From trying to dodge the yummy mummies and alpha mums at the school gates, to fantasising about Sexy Domesticated Dad, Lucy bounces from one hilarious mishap to the next. A great gift for mums of young children who sometimes wonder if everyone else’s life is quite as chaotic as their own.

If mum’s harking after a new cookery book this Mother’s Day, Lorraine Pascal’s latest endeavour should be top of your shopping list. While it focuses on healthy eating, these recipes are far from bland. They’re also (as the name implies) straightforward to follow and use ingredients you can pick up from your local shop. Most can be prepared pretty quickly, although there are some more time-consuming recipes for when the mood suits. Recipes include Sichuan Bang Bang Chicken, Mushroom and Chestnut Lancashire Hotpot, and No-Cook Chocolate Espresso Cheesecake Squares.

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