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A Pint, a Pie and a Piece of Local History Recipe: Fresh Cherry and Almond Cake Tales from Britain's 'Food War' Zones

MOTORS & LEISURE

18 The Best Barely-Used Bargain Cars 20 Driverless Cars Explained

GARDENS & OUTDOORS

22 Make it Minimal 26 Green Fingered Gadgets

PROPERTY

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CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

34 Childcare - Your Options 37 The Forgotten Teens 38 Have Manners Gone for Good?

40 Encouraging a Love of Reading

HEALTH & FITNESS

42 May: National Walking Month 44 Tennis Elbow 46 Clean Air Day

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Employment Opportunities with ReAssure Located within the town centre of Telford, ReAssure are proud to be one of the area’s largest employers.

ReAssure are a leading Life and Pensions Company, originally founded in 1963 with a proven track record of successfully integrating blocks of pension and insurance. Recently they acquired an additional 1.1 million live policies from UK financial provider Legal & General Group PLC onto their books, resulting in exciting employment opportunities for talented and ambitious customer focussed individuals.

When you work at ReAssure, you’re with a company that invests 100% in the growth and development of each and every one of their 2,000-plus employees.

ReAssure are committed to doing the right thing for their customers and this is delivered through impeccable levels of service - It’s every interaction that makes the difference. Their customer service team handles every customer query with sensitivity, patience, care and a great deal of expertise.

They match this passion for outstanding service with a commitment to continually develop the skills and knowledge of their employees.

ReAssure believe that every member of the team plays a key role in the success of the organisation.

Customer Service is 1 of the 16 strong organisational functions across the business. At their Telford site they also have recruitment opportunities within other functions, including Actuarial and IT. The opportunity to progress with them and establish a long-term career is evident at ReAssure, as they offer a broad range of development and promotional career pathways. Whether you are looking for an Apprenticeship, to obtain professional, industry recognised qualifications or diversify into a training and mentoring role, they have the tools and expertise to support this.

The team in Telford are also passionate about supporting their local community and chosen charity, Age UK. They hold regular fund raising activities such as cake sales, raffles and quiz nights. As a business, each employee has the opportunity to take part in volunteering activities up to 15 hours a year.

They have a social events team who actively seek to cultivate an engaging environment across ReAssure, by co-ordinating a range of activities and initiatives that seek to improve crossfunctional collaboration and establish good working relationships. The health and wellbeing of every employee is of great importance to them – this is supported by a Wellbeing group that organise local events. The local school community also benefit from having such a key employer in the area, with ReAssure partnering with local schools to provide young people an insight into the working world.

Matt Cuhls, CEO Matt Cuhls, CEO said “ReAssure is a fascinating, fabulous business to work in. I’ve been here for 19 years and seen it grow from a small business with a single site, to a vibrant financial services firm. Over the next few months we’re embarking on the next phase of a significant growth of the organisation.

We’re on-boarding 1.1million policies from Legal and General and that gives rise to the need to bring in to our business a whole new group of staff. As we move through the next 12 months, we will give our new employees a great experience as to how our business works and how the needs of our customers can be met in a variety of functions that they may find themselves working within” Excellence runs through everything at ReAssure, excellence for customers and excellence for our employees.

If you would like to know more about ReAssure and the fantastic employment opportunities available, please contact reassure@tate.co.uk

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Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE

THE LAST INN

Wellington Road, Church Aston, Newport, TF10 9EJ

T: 01952 820469

The Last Inn (formerly known as The Aston) is situated on the outskirts of Newport in Church Aston. After having undergone a refurbishment and rebranding in October last year, the restaurant reopened under its new name of The Last Inn. On arrival we were shown through to our table in the far end of the restaurant which overlooks the garden. A major part of the recent refurbishment was to the conservatory at the rear, which has a new floor that now flows right through from the main restaurant and also a new ceiling with spotlights that has replaced the glass conservatory roof, which makes it feel much more a part of the pub than previously. New tables, chairs and dining booths have been added and with a new lick of paint everywhere it has lifted the ambience of the restaurant – giving it a much lighter and airier feel.

Nik ordered a pint of the Last Inn IPA and I ordered a large glass of Sauvignon which promptly arrived whilst we were looking through the menus. As we visited on a Sunday afternoon, we had the choice of a traditional Sunday lunch or we could select off the main menu. There are always vegetarian dishes to choose from and most days there is a daily specials board with the fish of the day. A lunchtime menu is also available Monday to Saturday. Children are most welcome and there is a separate menu just for them.

For starters Nik ordered the Breadcrumbed King Prawns (£7) and I chose the Twice Baked Blue Cheese Soufflé (£6).

My soufflé was served with candied walnuts and a red onion marmalade.

The soufflé was beautifully light and fluffy with a tang of the delicious blue cheese, this worked perfectly with the marmalade and the candied walnuts were amazing.

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FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT Nik’s huge prawns looked very impressive, they were served with a wasabi mayo and an Asian slaw. Nik said that the three enormous prawns were very succulent and the wasabi mayo added a lovely extra zest to the dish. The Asian slaw was fresh, crunchy and bursting with flavour.

strawberry coulis. A luxuriously soft and smooth chocolate filing with a firm biscuit base.

Nik’s creamy panna-cotta was served with a coffee granita and an almond biscotti. Nik said the panna-cotta was amazing smooth and the unmistakeable flavour of the Baileys was nicely balanced and not overpowering. The coffee granita was refreshing in between mouthfuls and the biscotti was a nice contrasting texture.

Nik decided on the Steak & Ale Pie (£14) for his main course and I opted for the Sweet Potato Curry (£11) and added chicken as an extra (£3). We also ordered a side of hand cut chips to share (£2.50).

My curry had a lovely sweet taste with a mix of chick peas, spinach, sweet potato, mango, coconut and chicken. It was served with a bowl of wonderfully fluffy rice and two small nan breads. I thoroughly enjoyed this dish a great change from the usual curry dishes. The hand cut chips were nice and chunky with the skin on – lovely and crisp.

Nik loves a proper pie with a full pastry casing, not just a pastry lid and this one didn’t disappoint! He said it was exceptional and packed full of meaty chunks of beef in a delicious rich gravy, it was served with a generous helping of soft creamy mash, broccoli, roasted parsnip and carrots.

We saved just enough room for a dessert, Nik ordered the Baileys Panna-cotta (£6) and I was tempted by the Rocky Road Cheesecake (£6).

My cheesecake looked very pretty, a nice chunk of chocolate cheesecake topped with a row of cherries and two rows of small marshmallows, served with a dollop of Chantilly cream and a

If you enjoy a good afternoon tea, then you must try the famous Last Inn afternoon tea which is available at £13.95pp or £16.95 to include a glass of fizz – you must book in advance for this.

Monday nights are 50% off all the classic main dishes and the specials board – it is always busy on a Monday so booking in advance is advisable. Quiz nights on a Thursday night are also popular and start around 8:30pm. Live music with acoustic bands is held regularly on a Saturday night - dates and details are available on the website or call for more details. You can also keep up to date with events on their Facebook page.

There is a lovely garden at the rear of the building and when the sun is shining you can enjoy a drink outside with the outdoor bar.

A new menu will be launched at the start of May, so book yourself a table and check out the new dishes available – you can view the menus online on the website at www. thelastinnnewport.co.uk

Reviewed by Fleur & Nik Abel

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Special guests, multi-award winning band, Jamie Smith’s MABON, will combine heritage with their refreshing contemporary sound.

This year, the line-up will, as always, undoubtedly entertain all ages with a mix of music genres from blues, jazz, folk, choral and opera to indie pop, latin and rock!

Saturday 6th July – Family Day and Choir of The World 2019 Sunday 7th July – Llanfest 2019

Monday 1st July – Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra

Celebrated British rock bands, The Fratellis and The Coral will headline at Llanfest, the finale party of the week-long festival.

The jazz, blues and swing showstopper will launch the 2019 concert series with an unforgettable toe-tapping extravaganza of live music.

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FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

It’s Your Special Day The Telford Hotel & Golf Resort is the perfect setting for a dream wedding

Set in 170 acres of landscaped grounds, our hotel and golf resort is sat perched over a UNESCO world heritage site, making it an ideal location for unique celebrations.

Our Team are on hand to take care of your day and make sure your wedding is everything you dreamed of…

At the Telford Hotel & Golf Resort we are licensed to host your Civil Marriage of Civil Partnership. Our versatile Suites can cater for up to 300 guests for both the ceremony and the reception.

Telford Hotel & Golf Resort Telford, Shropshire

Our 2019 all-inclusive wedding packages start from just £3,045 or why not work with us to create your very own bespoke package.

For more details or to request a brochure please contact our Wedding Co-ordinator on events@telfordhotelgolfresort.co.uk or telephone 01952 422992

Patshull Park is renowned as one of the most professional and scenic wedding venues in Shropshire located in 200 acres of Shropshire countryside.

Our beautiful grounds and romantic setting offer many opportunities for those perfect wedding photographs.

WEDDING OPEN DAY Sunday 12th May, 10.00am - 3.00pm, Free Entry ‘PATSHULL PACKAGE’ Based on 50 day guests and 100 evening guests • Reception drink & canapés • Three course meal with two glasses of wine and toast drink • Finger Buffet • Disco until 1.00am

Selected 2019 & 2020 dates

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Also included • Red carpet on arrival or for the civil ceremony • Wedding cake by ‘Cake Inspirations’ (t&c’s apply) • White chair covers with a coloured sash of choice • Complimentary bedroom for the Bride & Groom • 3 month Leisure Membership for the Bride & Groom

For more details call us on 01902 Look us up on Trip Advisor

Pattingham, Nr Wolverhampton WV6 7HR

*£325.00 Function Room Hire will apply if having a Civil Ceremony Additional day and evening guests can be added at an additional charge

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Local History As you stand at the bar, ordering a pint of Old Peculier and a steak pie, it’s unlikely you will be thinking about the name of your local pub. But once you’ve emptied your ale glass and polished off the pie, you may find time to consider how your particular hostelry got its name.

these people were important local landowners.

There are over 600 Red Lion pubs in the UK. Other heraldic animal names include The Blue Boar (from the badge of the Earls of Oxford) and The Black Griffin (from the coat of arms of an aristocratic Cardiff family) and The Bear and Ragged Staff (from the crest of the earls of Warwick), but pubs called The Black Horse are thought to be named after highwayman Dick Turpin’s legendary ride from London to York on his horse, Black Bess.

A time before signs

Pub signs were originally created for people who could not read or write, so a strong visual image was always essential when it came to attracting customers.

Holy orders

The history trail begins in ancient Rome. A taberna (a name which gave us the word ‘tavern’) was a small shop that sold wine, and owners traditionally used vine leaves as a trading sign. From 43 AD onwards, when the Roman culture spread to Britain, landlords who couldn’t lay their hands on vine leaves, resorted to using any local greenery that would do the job. Holly was plentiful – and usefully evergreen – so bushes were uprooted and hung outside instead hence The Holly Bush, The Bush or The Bull and Bush.

By 1393, however, it became compulsory for inns to put up a sign that would identify them to the official Ale Taster (surely the most in-demand job of the medieval era).

Animal crackers

A PINT AND A PIE

Heraldry has also played a role in the naming of pubs: it was a common practice for inns to adopt the animals or symbols displayed on the crests of high-ranking aristocrats, often because

Alcohol and religion don’t sit well together, so it’s surprising to discover that some pub names are based on biblical references or religious iconography.

St Paul’s epistle to the Hebrews describes faith as a “steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope” (hence The Hope and Anchor), The Lamb and Flag harks back to the Crusades (when the Lamb of God was shown carrying the English flag of St George) and The Crossed Keys is the emblem of St Peter, who holds the keys to heaven.

There are so many more naming traditions to explore, including sporting names, hunting names, literary names and trade-related names: each one providing a fascinating insight into the way we used to live. So next time you pass a pub sign swinging gently in the breeze, think of it less as a painted board and more as an intriguing window into history.

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PEAKY BLINDERS RACE & CASINO NIGHT Fri 10th May - 7pm

ONLY FOOLS THE (CUSHTY) MURDER MYSTERY: DINING EXPERIENCE THE WEDDING RECEPTION Sat 11th May - 7:30pm

Fri 7th June - 7pm

If you’re a fan of the fabulous TV show, then get dressed up in 1920’s gear for a blinding night, includes a free drink on arrival, two-course meal, race night & casino tables. £34.95 pp

An evening of romance, intrigue …. and murder! Includes a 2-course dinner with tea and coffee, entertainment and disco.

This fully immersive experience transports audiences to The Nags Head, to meet the pride of Peckham in a night of wheeling, dealing and eating. Includes 3 course dinner and entertainment. £39.95 pp

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FATHER'S DAY - Sun 16th June

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Sat 8th June - 7:30pm Along with an array of tapas, we are delighted to welcome local wine purveyor RD Wines of Telford who will undertake a tutored tasting.

£34.95 pp

£39.50 pp

Sunday Lunch 12-3pm - 3 course lunch with coffee and Free family portrait £28.50 pp (under 12's half price)

Afternoon Tea 3-6pm - £21.95 pp

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Free family portrait

Sun 23rd June - 12pm

Disney paradise with lots of singing and dancing.

Your little one will have the chance to meet a princess and get a lunch box-style meal while grown-ups relax over afternoon tea.

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As the name suggests, if you only have less than 6 months to plan, then our experienced team can help pull off your big day!

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For full details please call us or view details on our website.

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Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE JENKO’s

Mongolian & Cocktail Bar 72 Beveley Road, Ketley, Telford TF2 6SD

T: 01952 617997

Jenko’s Mongolian & Cocktail Bar looks like any other local pub from the front of the building, but once you have walked through the cosy bar area you will find an incredible log cabin tucked away at the rear of the pub.

Even though the cabin is such a large open space it retains a warm and relaxing atmosphere with low level lighting and plenty of natural candle light, the dining area is set out with large solid wooden tables, if the weather is good there is a lovely decked terrace to sit and relax on. The Restaurant is decorated with many Mongolian features such as clothing and artwork.

As you walk through to the restaurant you can see food being prepared on the huge circular hotplate and a huge selection of fine ingredients tempting your taste buds before you even sit down.

Once we were seated we looked through the drinks lists which consisted of various wines, a good selection of gins and some very interesting cocktails.

Colette decided to try the Screwball cocktail and had my favourite raspberry gin with a ginger ale. Colette's cocktail was very impressive when it arrived at the table, with candy floss flowing out the glass.

There are a range of side dishes which you can either order as a starter or to accompany your main meal. We ordered a bowl of skin on chips and a halloumi salad to have with our main meal. You can also order garlic bread, cheesy garlic bread, chilli cheese chips, sweet potato fries or feta salad, ranging from £3 to £5 each.

A generous portion of skin on chips were soon delivered along with a really fresh and crisp halloumi salad.

The Mongolian barbecue is priced at £18.95 per person and £8.95 for children; you can return as many times as you like, so I would recommend that you don’t pile your dish up on your first visit or you will be too full to go up again and try a different selection. Meat is carefully selected from local butchers and most ingredients sourced locally.

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FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT There are so many dishes you can create with so many ingredients available and there are suggested recipes to follow if you are not quite sure what to try. There is a large choice of meat and fish to choose from which included strips of beef, pork, chicken, gammon, salmon, tuna and prawns. If you are a vegetarian fear not, there are pulses, beans and a couple of quorn options. There is a varied and wide range of vegetables to choose from as well as nuts, dried fruit and pineapple. Once you have selected from all your choices your next option is to spice it up and with a myriad of spices, herbs and sauces – again there is a mixed variety to choose from, there’s bound to be something to suit your taste buds!

and are definitely worth a try! Colette chose the Strawberry Sundae Eton Mess and I was tempted by the Snickers Cheesecake, all desserts are priced at £5.95. If you are feeling too full you can take a dessert home, they will box it up for you.

Colette went first and chose salmon, green beans, onions, tomatoes, sundried tomatoes and a sweet chilli sauce. I chose chicken tikka with mixed peppers, onions, tomatoes, chick peas, fresh coriander, tikka sauce and little cumin and ginger spices.

Once your ingredients are assembled in your bowl, simply hand it over to the Chef and it is cooked while you wait on the huge Mongolian grill, it’s very entertaining to watch as the chef tosses your ingredients from side to side with two long wooden swords.

Several dishes can be cooked at the same time so you are not waiting long for your food. To accompany your dish there is a choice of rice, pasta or noodles which you help yourself to.

Luckily we both chose our ingredients well and were delighted with our meals and decided to return to try a different concoction. Our second selection was as equally good but neither of us could manage a third plateful as we wanted to save a little room for dessert!

Jenko’s are well known for their fantastic homemade desserts

Colette's dessert consisted of a large dollop of cream mixed with chunky pieces of homemade meringue, topped with a scoop of strawberry ice cream and some very large strawberries - Colette said this was absolutely divine, a great end to her meal! My cheesecake had a lovely moist biscuit base and it was topped with thinly sliced pieces of a snickers chocolate bar, a scoop of vanilla ice cream and drizzled with caramel sauce, this was one of the best cheesecakes I have ever had - amazing!

On Sundays only a traditional carvery is served, between 12-3pm and you can east as much as you like for just £13.95 per person.

If you fancy a Sunday lunch but don’t feel like going out then why not have it delivered, lunches start at £10 with a £3 delivery charge, you can also add a pudding for an extra charge.

The restaurant can be hired for private parties up to 90 and is popular for weddings, there is no charge for room hire and fixed price menus are available.

Jenko’s is a family run business who pride themselves on offering diners a relaxed atmosphere with friendly helpful staff and a fun unique dining experience. It is certainly a restaurant with a difference and we would highly recommend trying it for yourself – it is a fun and relaxing place where you choose exactly what you want to eat!!

Reviewed by Fleur Abel & Colette Clark

JENKO’s MONGOLIAN & Cocktail Bar

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Recipe

Fresh Cherry and Almond Cake

This delicious fruity cake can be served warm as a dessert or cold as a classic afternoon tea cake.

Ready in: 1 hour 40 minute, plus cooling time | Serves 8

INGREDIENTS: 225g unsalted butter, softened, plus extra for greasing 225g golden caster sugar 225g self-raising flour 4 medium eggs, beaten 300g fresh cherries, pitted and halved 100g ground almonds 150g icing sugar

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Extra fresh cherries, to decorate

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1. Preheat the oven to 170C, fan 150C, gas mark 3. Grease a 20cm round deep cake tin with the extra butter and line the base and sides with baking paper.

2. Place the butter and caster sugar in a large mixing bowl and using a handheld electric mixer beat together until very pale and creamy. Gradually pour in the eggs, beating well after each addition. If the mixture starts to separate slightly, stir in a spoonful of the flour.

3. Sift over the rest of the flour and fold in gently with a metal spoon. Toss the cherries into half of the ground almonds, and fold into the mixture with the rest of the ground almonds. Spoon into the prepared cake tin and gently level the surface.

4. Bake in the preheated oven for 55 minutes to 1 hour 10 minutes, until the cake is risen, golden and a skewer inserted into the cake comes out clean. Leave to cool in the tin for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool.

5. Whilst the cake is still cooling make the icing: sift the icing sugar into a bowl and stir in 2-3 tbsp warm water and mix to make a thin icing. Spoon the icing over the warm cake, allowing some to drizzle down the side. Decorate with extra cherries and serve warm or cold.

The fresh cherries will mostly sink during baking but this is perfectly normal, giving a moist fruity layer at the base of the cake. It’s best eaten within 2 days of baking.

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

Pub in the Park

FESTIVAL - 7TH & 8TH JUNE

Shropshire Festivals are taking all the best bits about going to the pub – a fantastic range of drinks, awesome people to socialise with, great food and fun games – and taking it outside to the sunshine and magnifying the experience to festival sized!

This brand-new festival for the county promises to give you that summertime feeling and plenty of merriment.

There will be around 150 real ales served up by local brewers, an extensive gin den, wine bar, pimms tent, cocktails, fizz, and awesome street food featuring every kind of cuisine. This will all be washed down with the best in local live music, comedians and fun in the sun with games.

Shropshire Festival’s Director of Fun, Beth Heath, comments, “Nothing beats that feeling of sitting in a beer garden, with the sun on your face and a refreshing drink in hand. We wanted to take that feeling and multiply it in to an unforgettable event for the county’s fun-seekers. It will be a party not to be missed!”

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commented: “There are some things you don’t do National Trust, and putting a picture of a DEVON cream tea for a CORNISH cream tea event is disgusting.”

Many Brits – perhaps hoping for a repeat of last summer’s heatwave – have decided against travelling abroad this year.

Of course, it’s great news for our home-grown tourist industry, and if you’re planning to take your annual holiday in Britain this summer, you might be looking forward to the opportunity to sample local brews, cheeses, cakes and puddings on your trip.

Locally sourced foods are very much in vogue at the moment, but before you tuck in to all that delicious produce you should be aware of the strong emotions a well-loved local dish can inspire. Say the wrong thing about a regional speciality in some parts of the UK and you could end up starting a riot.

Cream tea and pasty wars

As you enjoy the gentle, rolling hills and gorgeous coastal scenery of the West Country, you’d be forgiven for thinking this was a place of harmony and contentment. While it’s true that the people of Devon and Cornwall are generally a peaceable lot, you could find some serious anger issues lurking behind those picture-perfect thatched cottages and sun-bleached beach huts.

Believe it or not, one of the main causes of strife between Devon and Cornwall is the innocent cream tea: that heavenly mixture of freshly-baked scone, home-made jam and clotted cream particularly loved by tourists. Ask a native Devonian to eat a cream tea and she or he will split the scone, pile clotted cream onto each half then add a dollop of jam on top of the cream. Serve someone from Cornwall the same teatime treat and they will split the scone, spoon on some jam and finally spread the cream on top of the jam.

Residents of both counties insist that their version is right and are may be offended by any suggestion that the method practised by the neighbouring county is somehow better.

Last year a National Trust poster designed to attract Mother’s Day visitors to Lanhydrock House in Cornwall caused outrage amongst locals (including accusations of “cultural vandalism”) when it used a photo of a cream tea with the jam on top of the cream. In response, locals threatened to boycott the National Trust property, while one indignant Facebook member

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Even the humble Cornish pasty has caused its fair share of discord, as historians have suggested that the snack was actually invented in Devon.

Their claim rests on a document dating back to the early 16th century, which lists a cook’s wages for baking pasties served at a civic event in Plymouth. More recently food historian Peter Brears has suggested that the pasty known today as a ‘traditional’ Cornish pasty was actually invented in London. Brears claims that the capital’s 19th century bakers re-imagined the recipe to produce “an economical savoury nibble for polite middle-class Victorians.” This was achieved by shrinking down the huge, vegetarian pasties enjoyed by Cornish miners to bite-sized portions, filled with meat and potato.

Shape-shifting sausages

Ask any traditionally-minded Scot what shape a sausage should be, and the answer is likely to be “square”. The ‘Lorne sausage’, ‘slice’ or ‘square sausage’ is a tasty mixture of minced meat, rusk and spices, served as part of a traditional Scottish breakfast.

The ongoing culinary debate in Scotland is not, as you might expect, about whether a sausage should be square or cylindrical, it’s about what it should be called. In 2016 a Scot called Andy O’Donnell went so far as to create a Facebook page dedicated to the name ‘slice’ (to describe the square sausage). The page now boasts 188 members who regularly post photos and tongue-in-cheek comments about the appropriate name for their favourite breakfast ingredient.

Whose tart is it anyway?

Visit any self-respecting bakery or tearoom in the pretty town of Bakewell in Derbyshire and you’re certain to be offered the sweet treat that is Bakewell Tart. This confection of jam, frangipane and flaked almonds inside a shortcrust pastry shell is a variant of the town’s famous dessert, the Bakewell Pudding.

Bakewell’s residents may be proud of their local speciality, but there is no evidence to suggest that the recipe actually originated in the town. To make matters worse, a rival tart was discovered in 2013, when Gloucestershire’s council leader Paul James came across an old recipe for ‘Gloucester Tart’ – with almost identical ingredients – in a local history book.

The discovery prompted Gloucester’s local media to gleefully exclaim: “Gloucester Tart revived – and it’s better than the Bakewell!”

So before you set off on your summer break, you might be advised to brush up on your diplomatic skills, but get ready to run if you inadvertently mix up your tarts, call a ‘slice’ a ‘Lorne sausage’ or – heaven forbid – spread your scone the wrong way. To be on the safe side, maybe you should pack some protective armour along with the suntan lotion and flip flops.

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Opting for a car that’s only a year old over a brandnew model could save you quite a packet. Here are 10 of the best.

Finding money off a barely-used car can be tricky, which is why we’ve trawled the classifieds to find some nearly-new cars which represent a huge saving over the brand-new option. The prices quoted are correct at the time of writing, but represent real cars that may have already sold by the time you read this.

BMW 3 Series GT Price new: £38,280 • Price one-year: £19,890 The 3 Series GT is pitched as an all-occasion car. It’s parthatchback, part-saloon, part-executive, but this vehicle trying to be three hasn’t proved very successful. That said, it offers a high level of quality along with that premium badging.

A new 320d M Sport Gran Turismo is £38,280, but with 10,000 miles on the clock and last year’s plate it costs around £19,890.

Land Rover Discovery Sport Price new: £45,810 • Price one-year: £32,444 The big Discovery’s smaller sibling is this Discovery Sport – a surprising entry into this list as it’s actually a very desirable car.

The baby Disco mates a superbly practical seven-seat body with the prestige of that Land Rover badge to make brilliant family transport – albeit with a dated interior and distinct lack of top-end tech. AT £12,000 off list price, a one-year old example is a bit of a bargain.

Jaguar XF Price new: £36,495 • Price one-year: £27,500 Jaguar’s XF has always had a tricky time of things. We love the way it drives, and it’s offered with a decent range of engines too – but it just never seemed to hit the ground running. It does, however, represent excellent value for money, particularly year-old versions.

We’ve found a 2018-reg R-Sport car fitted with the 2.0-litre 178bhp diesel engine for £27,500 with 4,000 miles on the clock – a huge saving.

BMW 3 Series Price new: £42,870 • Price one-year: £39,990 BMW’s ever-popular 3 Series is being replaced this year, meaning you can get exceptionally good deals on one-yearold models.

We had a look at the powerful 330d Touring model, which packs a 3.0-litre straight-six engine making it ideal for those undertaking long motorway slogs. Opt for a new one, and you’ll pay in the region of £42,870 – but go for one a year old, and that will fall to £39,990.

Infiniti QX30 Price new: £29,720 • Price one-year: £17,000 It was intensely tricky to recommend the Infiniti QX30 when it was new. An ungodly union of Mercedes platform, Nissan interior and Renault diesel engines, it was actually a pretty good mix until you looked at the price. However, at just £17,000 or thereabouts for a year-old example, the QX30 becomes much easier to recommend.

Suzuki Swift Sport Price new: £18,499 • Price one-year: £13,999 When Suzuki released the all-new Swift Sport last year, it had a mixed reception. Sure, it offered a fun driving experience and bags of equipment, but its £18,499 price tag put it into a

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performance bracket where it couldn’t really compete.

Fortunately though, an ever-so-slightly used example of this junior hot hatch can be found for under £14k. That takes it back to the level many expected, making it a real bargain.

Ford Mondeo Vignale Price new: £30,625 • Price one-year: £19,999 Ford introduced Vignale to its range in a bid to move upmarket.

But with great luxury comes great depreciation, and Mondeo Vignales have gone from a rather overpriced nonsense to an absolute steal on the used market. And at this price, it’s hard to argue with the lengthy list of equipment and additional soundproofing that Vignale bestows upon you. We found a one-year-old example clocking in at just under £20,000.

Vauxhall Astra Price new: £21,760 • Price one-year: £9,799 Looking at the prices of lightly used Vauxhalls might make you wonder why anybody buys a new one. It’s possible to get nearly £12,000 – or a discount of 54 per cent – off the price of an Astra after just a year on the road. That’s not even for a basic model either – we found a sporty-looking SRi with the excellent 1.0-litre turbo petrol engine.

Toyota Yaris GRMN Price new: £26,295 • Price one-year: £21,995 While £21,995 may still make the Toyota Yaris GRMN a shade pricier than rivals like the Ford Fiesta ST, it may just be a bargain buy at its current price on the used market — with examples aplenty with comfortably under 1,500 miles.

Just 85 units of this limited-run hot hatch were destined for the UK. That, combined with its widely-hailed driving experience, means it could well become a collector’s item in future. Now might just be the time to cash in…

Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT 6.2 Price new: £63,995 • Price one-year: £38,995 In America, a big car needs an even bigger engine. And so it seems perfectly correct that a Jeep Grand Cherokee, even those sold in the UK, require a monstrous 6.2-litre V8 engine to ferry their owners between destinations (via a fuel station, of course). Of course, not many bought into this vision of freedom, and lightly used prices are correspondingly low. For performance, power, and sheer noise on a budget, this is a great way to go.

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Driverless Cars Explained Driverless cars are a hot topic in the motoring world at the moment. Everyone’s talking about them; manufacturers, politicians and transport chiefs are all nattering on about the future of cars without the need for drivers. But what are they, and what do they mean for the future of motoring?

We’re going to try and clear things up.

The Government is predicting that driverless cars could be in full use on the UK’s roads by 2021, following an announcement that advanced trials of automated vehicles could move forwards.

Are they safe?

Level 2

Present day

The safety of autonomous vehicles was questioned recently after a 49-year-old woman was killed while crossing the road in front of a self-driving vehicle in Arizona. The issue is the co-habitation of road users and the driverless vehicles – until people are sure how to interact with them, accidents will still happen.

Level 2 autonomy represents pretty much where we are today.

Computers are now clever enough to deal with multiple functions, so the car can take control of steering, throttle and brake functions – but it still requires the driver to show that they’re in charge of the car by putting a hand on the steering wheel.

Which manufacturers currently offer some level of autonomous assistance?

Estimated 2020

Quite a few, actually. You’ll find some partial self-driving technology in cars from Audi, BMW, Citroen, DS, Fiat, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Jaguar, Kia, Land Rover, Lexus, Mazda, Mercedes, Nissan, Peugeot, Porsche, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Subaru, Suzuki, Tesla, Toyota, Vauxhall, Volkswagen and Volvo – phew! It’s fair to say that most cars do incorporate the technology, but it can include features such as adaptive cruise control.

Levels of autonomy You may have heard about people discussing the various levels of autonomous assistance, and they’re categorised from one to five. Here’s what they mean.

Level 1 Introduced around 1990s/00s Level one autonomous assistance is, as expected, the base level. It means that just one element of the driving process is taken over by the car – but the driver is still very much in charge. This level of assistance has been around for some time now, pioneered by early cruise control systems.

Level 3

Level 3 takes things up a notch. It means that all of the safetycritical functions can be controlled by the car, but the driver must still be able to intervene should they need to – this isn’t completely ‘hands-off’ technology yet.

Level 4

Mid 2020s Things are getting serious at Level 4. This sees cars capable of being fully autonomous, albeit in selected areas – most likely inner-city ones. Dedicated lane markings and infrastructure will be required to ensure that the cars keep on the straight and narrow, too. Complex mapping systems will combine with advanced cameras, sensors and artificial intelligence to determine where the car needs to go. The driver may have to intervene at certain points, but for the most part it’ll mean hands-free driving.

Level 5

Late 2020s/early 2030s Level 5 will see the vehicles derestricted – they won’t have to operate within certain areas or environments. It’ll simply be capable of driving anywhere, without the need for a driver.

There won’t be a need for a steering wheel or traditional ‘controls’; these vehicles will be fully capable of operating themselves.

It’ll free up space inside the cars and, because of that, they’ll probably look more like lounges on wheels. That’s what we predict, anyway.

Timeline predictions It’s worth noting that this timeline is based on predictions by many different manufacturers. Though various dates are pitched by different car makers, most agree that the bulk of progress will happen between 2020 and 2030. It’s a real technology race at the moment – each company is charging ahead to develop their own systems quicker than the rest. It’s why these dates are estimations – some may get there sooner than others.

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Gardening For some, the ideal view from their back door is a flower-filled cottagestyle garden brimming with colourful perfumed plants and flowers, buzzing with bees and with not a straight line in sight. But there is an increasing interest in a more minimalist style, where plants are grown in a much more designed situation, with straight lines aplenty but far fewer plants and yet each plant having a much greater individual impact. If you hanker after a minimalist garden, here are some suggestions for achieving the effect you want.

One of the key design elements to a minimalist garden is simplicity. Decide on the plants you like that will suit your garden, and then keep the different types you use as low as possible. The biggest impact will be achieved if you use just a few, for example concentrating on ornamental grasses.

Another key to the minimalist look is clever use of straight lines, ideally with a few right angles thrown in. Edges need to be sharply defined, perhaps using sleepers or other timber, or even angled metal. Make sure that planting does not interfere with the lines created by border edging, so keep plants well back.

The colours on which you concentrate need to fit in with your personal preferences and the surroundings, but to increase that minimalist style try to restrict the number of colours used and the whole effect will be calmer and simpler. Any existing features that cannot be removed (perhaps a shed or fence) can either be recoloured or painted to fit in with the new scheme, or their current colour will have to be included with what you’re using for landscaping and planting.

A stunning minimalist effect can be achieved by using a single type of plant and a single type of container – for example, conifers of varying sizes look great in terracotta containers.

The only variation here is in the size of the conifer: all colours, textures and plants are the same. It is easy to achieve by buying several different sizes of the same type of conifer and then keeping them clipped regularly so that they remain of differing sizes. Alternatively, if you can only get one size, trim them lightly to achieve the desired look, but remember most conifers won’t withstand hard pruning and are inclined to show their brown inner foliage if cut back too hard.

Green, in the form of foliage, helps to add a feeling of tranquillity to a minimalist garden so make sure you include it, perhaps as neatly clipped box hedging or as a few bay lollipops in angular containers.

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Any containers need to be as plain as possible, a single colour ideally, and straight-sided angular styles add to the minimalist slant too. An evenly spaced trio of pots, each with a single central plant, provides a perfect choice of container planting and will also bring movement to the garden as the breeze sways the foliage.

If you like topiary this can be a great choice but stick to simple tightly clipped spheres or ‘lollipops’, cubes or at most spirals; there is no space for a peacock, rabbit, bear or other fantastically sculptured creature if you’re going minimalist!

Plants with simple or angular shapes such as iris, alliums, conifers, clipped box, canna or palms are an excellent choice, but take a look at what is available locally and opt for any of your personal (but simple) favourites.

Grass alternatives such as gravel may feature highly. Gravel certainly makes for less maintenance than the classic grass, but make sure it stays weed-free and easy-care by installing a weed-membrane (rather like woven, plastic hessian) onto the soil before putting down the gravel. Thoroughly weed the area then firm and compact well before putting the fabric down and you this will ensure gravel without unwanted green shoots.

Don’t be tempted to economise and use plastic sheeting as it won’t allow rain to penetrate, and after heavy rain you’ll end up with a flood plain!

A minimalist garden need not be just for admiring: make it so that you can sit out there and soak up the calm feeling it gives you too. Choose simple, classically styled garden furniture with as few colours and textures as possible and the furniture won’t detract from the minimalist environment and look that you’ve achieved – so just sit back and enjoy.

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This year, the 132nd Flower Show is being held on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th August and will see The Quarry in Shrewsbury transformed into a sea of floral displays and entertainment.

World-renowned celebrity gardening guru David Domoney has been announced as the star of this year’s prestigious Shrewsbury Flower Show. He has been the resident gardener on ITV’s This Morning for more than ten years. Celebrity chef John Torode will be returning to the Show for a second time in recent years entertaining visitors to the culinary stage, musical entertainment on Saturday evening will be performed by Scouting For Girls, alongside the ever-popular military bands, and choirs.

The main arena will feature equestrian thrills, high-adrenaline action from motorcycle troupe The Imps and the wonderful massed band finale and firework display drawing the Show to a close both nights.

Children’s activities, great shopping, tantalizing food, inspiring show gardens and stunning displays plus much much more makes it a wonderful day out for the whole family.

Shrewsbury Flower Show have also launched an app to make it easier for visitors to plan and enjoy their day. The app can be downloaded for free and enables visitors to find out the latest news ahead of the event and to buy their tickets via a link to

the website. Once tickets are purchased they can be stored safely on the app in readiness for arriving at the show.

It will also enable users to browse exhibitors and find them easily on the day of the show via the interactive map, as well as be alerted to timings of their chosen activities. There will be additional information in the form of FAQs, and regular updates from the Show organisers ahead of the event itself.

Advance discount tickets are available to purchase until Thursday 1st August.

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Green-fingered Gadgets Technology to help get ready for summer

As your garden begins to bloom once more, it’s time to let technology give Mother Nature a helping hand.

If you’re a keen gardener and you’re going on holiday, an electronic timer can keep your hydrangeas hydrated while you’re away. We like Hozelock’s Automatic Watering System, which is a modular collection of automatic timers, hoses, connectors and even an Apple/Android-compatible Cloud Controller, which enables you to control the water from your phone or tablet. You can adjust the watering according to the actual weather conditions, ensuring you don’t underor over-water everything, and you can also create much more complex schedules than you can with a traditional timer. The original RRP of £160 for the Cloud Controller was a lot of money, but it’s widely available now for less than £90.

Every year we ask ourselves the same question: can we afford a robot lawnmower yet? Prices continue to fall – robot mowers were over £2,500 a few years back but had fallen to around £550 last year. Prices are starting to level out but you can pick up the Worx Landroid for around £410 on Amazon. That’s nearly a third off the RRP. We wouldn’t recommend a robo-mower for really complicated gardens, but for straightforward ones they’re really useful.

If that’s still a bit too much for a mower, cordless lawnmowers are getting cheaper too, and their batteries are more than up to the job of even fairly large lawns. Flymo’s Mighti-Mo has dropped from £234 to around £170, and it won’t run out of puff until you’ve cut almost 250 square metres.

Cordless power isn’t just convenient, although not having to run cables to the very corners of the garden is certainly a boon. It’s also safer, because there’s no danger of accidentally cutting an electric cable. And electric motors have improved to the point where they can be taken just as seriously as petrol ones, so you can get decently powerful electric trimmers, saws, loppers and chainsaws. The higher the voltage, the more power – so a 36V model such as Black and Decker’s Lithium-ion chainsaw, currently £235, is considerably more powerful than the more common and slightly cheaper 18V models. Some of the biggest names in power tools have embraced cordless, so for example you’ll find a range of tools from the likes of Makita, Stihl and DeWalt as well as budget brands such as Worx.

If you’re considering a cordless device, it might be worth investing in a second battery: there are few things as annoying as running out of charge when a job is nine-tenths done. Just make sure you actually charge it in advance, because it’s even more annoying to plug in a spare only to discover that it’s completely flat.

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Childcare - Your Options

Not sure of the difference between a childminder and a nanny? Think au pairs are only for the wealthy?

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Private nursery

Nurseries provide day care for a number of children in one setting. Most can look after children from a few weeks old up to school age. Your child will be with others their own age, so is likely to make friendships that could continue into school.

Larger nurseries may have different rooms for different age groups. Smaller nurseries often have all ages together, which means your child may have the stability of being looked after by the same person for the whole of their time there. Prices tend to vary between £25 and £60 a day.

Childminder

Childminders provide childcare in their own home. A childminder may work for several families, so your child is likely to have other children to play with. Childminders have to be registered and insured, and attend regular training courses.

Prices usually start at around £4 an hour per child. The main benefit of choosing a childminder over a day nursery is that your child can form a close attachment to one adult and will usually go on regular outings. However, if the childminder is sick or on holiday, you’ll have to make your own arrangements for cover.

Nanny

Nannies usually provide childcare in a family’s own home. Some live in; some don’t. Prices tend to start from around £10 an hour (depending on experience and qualifications) and you can

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often ‘nanny share’ with another family. A nanny will usually be considered an employee, which means you need to factor in extra paperwork and costs, such as pensions, sick pay and so on. There are, however, companies such as Nanny Tax, which can deal with that side of things for you. The key benefit to having a nanny is similar to the benefit of having a childminder – you and your child can build a close bond with one person, and your child will likely enjoy lots of trips out.

Au pair

Au pairs are usually aged 17 to 27 and want to travel to the UK to live with a host family temporarily. Some au pairs offer up to 30 hours of childcare a week, while others just offer before and after school care, or an extra pair of hands while parents are around. According to the service Find Au Pair (www.findaupair. com), an au pair’s salary can start from just £70 a week, plus meals. Many au pairs are only able to work for a family for a few months, but they do give older children an opportunity to learn about a different culture and language.

Finding a childcare provider

The website www.childcare.co.uk has a wealth of information on the different options open to you and what you’ll need to consider (such as visas for au pairs). You can search for childcare providers in your area and read reviews.

Nurseries, childminders and some nannies need to be registered with Ofsted, Care Inspectorate Wales or the Scottish Care Inspectorate, so you should be able to check reports before you commit.

by Kate Duggan

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

A World of Fun

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New to Kids Fest this year is the construction of a gigantic 400-foot obstacle course, which will satisfy the most adventurous thrill seekers in the land!

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CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

The Forgotten Teens More teenagers in England may be out of education training or work (NEET) and for longer periods than previously thought, a study has suggested.

An audit commission study of 10 areas suggested that one–in– four 16-18 year olds were categorised as NEETs at some point in a two year period. Of those – dubbed as “forgotten teens” in the report - 43% were NEETs for at least 6 months. After age 18 they can drift into unemployment, unqualified and untrained adulthood. The report also warned that 10% of those not in education, training or employment were at a greater risk of falling into long term joblessness, ill health, and criminality.

These are serious issues that need to be supported in our area hence local charity Landau is delighted to announce the In2 programme which aims to support young people into learning and work in Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin and Herefordshire.

The programme, which is funded by the European Social Fund (ESF) and the Education & Skills Funding Agency (ESFA), is targeted at young people aged 15-24.

The In2 programme, which is being led by Landau, offers activities to re-engage young people and support their transition after 15 years old into a positive destination that is either education, employment, apprenticeship or other training programme.

The programme offers activities tailored to support the young person into a sustainable, proactive outcome, as being out of school, work or training is often linked to other social issues such as being in care, teenage parenthood, and homelessness.

The CEO of Landau, Sonia Roberts is excited about the In2

programme and said “this is a great opportunity to support the young people in our area. Young people should be the future but hundreds are at risk. We will be working in partnership with schools, Local Authorities, colleges, the NHS and employers as we want this funding to reach the most disadvantaged.”

Landau is proud to be working together as a partnership with other local organisations, supporting the provision of a diverse offer for young people. The In2 partnership will use proven local delivery methods, and offer a broad geographical reach, delivering both qualification and non-qualification activities to support young people to improve their life skills, develop key skills and enhance employability.

The goal of the programme is to help young people to participate in learning or to get in to work by equipping them with the personal and transferable skills they will need to achieve this. To achieve this there will be a range of opportunities for people participating to increase their work experience, training and education. The programme will also focus on skills, qualities and behaviours to prepare participants for work or going back into education and building everyone’s confidence and resilience to overcome barriers and challenge.

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Have Manners Gone

FOR GOOD? done thing. This was a 40+ year old and her 60+ mother,” adding: “I forgot to say that it was our Christmas lunch!”

Journalist Rachel Moore was moved to write about her experience of a restaurant meal with friends where “a table of people in their fifties and sixties were causing an almighty din, seemingly oblivious they were in a shared space, drowning out any possible conversation between the couples on tables around them.” Writing in the Eastern Daily Press, she went on to describe how “a polite request” to keep the noise down turned into an ugly shouting match involving the whole room.

Etiquette errors

Have you recently felt ignored, snubbed or belittled by someone’s behaviour? Has a stranger closed a door in your face, or a friend been too busy browsing their phone to talk to you?

If you have bemoaned the lack of manners in today’s society, take comfort: you’re not alone. Last year the broadcaster Sky Atlantic commissioned a poll to find out how people in Britain feel about politeness, and the results were concerning.

Two out of three of the respondents felt the UK’s reputation for good manners was rapidly disappearing, but perhaps more worrying was the finding that almost one in ten thought they were more likely to get what they wanted by being rude than by asking politely, while roughly the same number believed speaking bluntly was good because it shows people what you really feel about them.

Youth versus Age Whenever the subject of bad manners crops up, the finger of blame is almost always pointed at the younger generation, and it would certainly appear that complaints about lack of manners in the young are nothing new. In the 4th century BC the Greek scientist and philosopher Aristotle observed that young people “think they know everything, and are always quite sure about it,” while in the year 1624 British writer Thomas Barnes commented: “Youth were never more saucie, yea never more savagely saucie … the ancient are scorned, the honourable are contemned, the magistrate is not dreaded.”

Does that mean we should blame the youth of today for our lack of good manners? Take a closer look at the various examples appearing in the media, and you’ll find that many of the offenders – such as the man recently condemned for launching a tirade of abuse at a disabled woman on a Ryanair flight – are people of middle age, or even older.

Jane10, commenting on the forum Gransnet.com, says: “I was horrified at our extended family lunch when several people placed their mobile phones on the table as if it was quite the

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According to a 2017 study commissioned by Mentos sweets, 85 per cent of people feel hurt by the lack of courtesy extended to them in everyday life.

We may feel indifferent when it comes to showing courtesy to strangers, but when friends are involved, we ignore social etiquette at our peril: a thoughtless gesture can literally make or break a relationship.

“I have received a message recently from a friend through Facebook inviting me to her 60th birthday,” writes Michael John, posting on the website silversurfers.com. While Michael says he was pleased to get the invitation, he admits he was shocked to find that his friend had asked for cash as a birthday gift. “I’ve always valued being given a present and take time choosing presents for others,” he says. “To ask for money instead leaves a bit of a bad taste in the mouth.”

KatyK, posting on Gransnet.com, comments: “My personal pet hate is when I meet someone I know and ask how they are and they reply ‘I’m fine’ and don’t ask me the question back.

It makes my blood boil.” She goes on to describe a night out with her husband at a local pub, when an acquaintance came to sit at their table, uninvited. Having listened sympathetically to the woman’s account of “the terrible life she had had and all her troubles” for twenty minutes, there was very little response when she started to recount her own experience. According to Katy, the woman “stood up and said ‘Yes, terrible isn’t it?’ picked up her drink and went back to her own table.”

So the next time you hear an older person complain about lack of manners in the younger generation, you might suggest they take a look in the mirror. Whether we are interacting with friends, acquaintances or complete strangers, a little consideration is all that’s needed to reverse the trend. The old saying “Manners maketh man” (recently given a new lease of life in the popular Kingsman movie franchise) can also apply to a nation. Fortunately there’s still time to rebuild Britain’s reputation for courtesy and good manners, particularly if our older citizens lead by example.

by Kate McLelland

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Encouraging a Love of Reading

According to BookTrust, children who enjoy reading tend to have better literacy skills, increased vocabulary and enhanced general knowledge.

Reluctant readers may need some extra help to discover their inner book worm, however.

books with interactive elements. Usbourne’s Puzzle Adventure books are a good place to start. They tend to feature two main characters who have an adventure and are faced with a series of puzzles, such as coded letters and cryptic clues, which the reader helps to solve. You could also look for ‘choose your own adventure’ books, where the story unfolds depending on which paths the reader decides to take.

Lead by example

Picture books for older children

Show your child how much you enjoy reading, even if it’s just by flicking through a cookbook or burying your head in a magazine. You could also take family trips to the library, give books as gifts and talk to your children about the books you’re both reading. The BookTrust also recommends that parents and children try reading the same book occasionally. You could take turns reading a chapter aloud or you could both read on your own and then discuss what you like and dislike about the book.

Let them choose

There’s a temptation to guide children towards ‘suitable’ books but try to let your child choose their own. Some may prefer factual books, such as Horrible Histories, over fiction. Others may prefer magazines or short stories that they can dip in and out of.

Meet authors

Picture books aren’t just the preserve of pre-readers. Series such as ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’, ‘Dork Diaries’, ‘Tom Gates’ and ‘The 13 Story Treehouse’ are illustrated books aimed at children aged around seven to 13. They’re relatively quick reads, which can help to inspire confidence.

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Omega oils have long been linked with brain power, and new research has found that a combination of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may improve children’s reading abilities.

This research was carried out on behalf of supplement brand Equazen. Children on Equazen’s omega supplements showed a 64% greater improvement in reading comprehension than the group not on supplements.

Extra activities

Libraries, bookstores and other venues often have visits from local authors, who will give a talk, read an extract from their latest book and answer questions. Search for ‘author’ on www. eventbrite.com or sign up to your library’s mailing list. Many towns and cities now host an annual book festival, which often includes talks by children’s authors. Find your nearest one at www.literaryfestivals.co.uk.

Some publishers have websites for young readers. At www. clubs-kids.scholastic.co.uk, for example, you can read interviews with authors, enter competitions and download activities. At www.penguin.co.uk/puffin, parents can sign up to receive a free downloadable pack of word searches, crafts and other book-inspired activities, and www.penguin.co.uk also has a range of extracts, quizzes and children’s book recommendations.

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by Kate Duggan

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May :National Walking Month National Walking Month is an annual campaign to promote the benefits of walking.

Of all the types of exercise someone could take up, it is perhaps walking that is the most accessible to all regardless of current levels of fitness or of income.

It’s free, suitable for any age and can be done almost anywhere - walking is the ‘no excuses’ exercise. Here are some of the whys and hows of building this great exercise into your life.

Your health

Walking helps keep your heart and circulatory system healthy, lowering your risk of stroke and heart disease.

It also gives your leg muscles and lungs a work out; reduces stress; helps you sleep; burns excess calories; and reduces your risk of osteoporosis, cancer, depression and Type 2 diabetes. Phew, that sounds so good it should be prescribed.

You don’t have to walk miles to benefit, either. The NHS says even just a brisk 10-minute daily walk has many health benefits, counting towards your recommended 150 minutes of weekly exercise.

A brisk pace is around 3 miles an hour – if you’re relatively fit, you should still be able to talk, but not sing a song. The free NHS Active 10 app handily tells you when you’re walking fast enough and suggests ways to fit in more brisk walking.

An added benefit of walking outside is exposure to sunshine.

Particularly through the late spring and summer, this will top-up your levels of Vitamin D which is good for your bone health and your immune system.

Be sociable – or get alone time

Walking can be a chance to chat with your friends and family, away from distracting screens and chores. You could also take part in organised walks, whether that be a Nordic walking class, a Walking for Health walk, or joining a walking group such as the Ramblers (formerly the Ramblers Association).

However, you may prefer to use walks as a chance for some quiet time to yourself. You could listen to music or an audiobook to distract yourself and prevent boredom – music may help you get into a rhythm and walk faster, or you could even learn a language.

However, always make sure that you remain aware of your surroundings and can hear traffic or people approaching.

If you are concerned about wearing headphones while you walk, look at AfterShokz Bone Conduction Headphones. These sit on bones on the sides of your head but not in your ears, meaning you can even conduct a conversation while wearing them.

Raise money for a good cause

Many charities have sponsored walks, ranging from a few laps of the local park to longer treks in the UK or in exotic locations abroad. For National Walking Month, the British Heart Foundation is promoting the Just Walk initiative to encourage you to raise money in an organised walk. Tying in with this is their Walk to School Week from the 16th to the 20th May, where they ask teachers, parents and children to put their best foot forward and walk to school each day.

How and where to walk

You can either set aside time for walking or integrate walking into your daily routine and journeys. Could you get the family out for an after-dinner walk, or persuade family or friends into a weekend ramble that ends at a pub or restaurant?

•...Wear supportive, suitable footwear. If you are walking to work, you could take a smarter pair of shoes with you to change into.

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•.... Stay hydrated. Always take a drink with you if you’re planning to walk for more than 20 minutes or it’s hot.

•Always consider the terrain and the weather, especially if you’re heading off the beaten track. Do you need warm and/ or waterproof clothing, headgear and footwear? Do you have snacks, drinks, a first aid kit and a charged mobile phone?

Routes and Groups

An internet search for these resources will help you get started and stick at it, not just for May but throughout the year.

Your local council website and/or local library should have information about footpaths, country parks and walking routes of interest such as heritage trails.

Living Streets has information about walking in cities and their initiatives to encourage walking even when you don’t live or work in the countryside. www.livingstreets.org.uk.

Walkit has an interactive walk planner to help you find the best city walking routes, including journey time, calorie burn, step count and carbon saving details: Hikideas has a searchable walk database and walk planner for both urban and more rural walks.

Active 10 can be downloaded from the Apple app store or the Google Play store.

Walk Unlimited is a hub for walking campaigns and routes: www. walkengland.org.uk.

Walks with Wheelchairs provides information on routes suitable for those with access challenges: www.walkswithwheelchairs. com.

Walks with Buggies provides information on routes suitable for buggies: www.walkswithbuggies.com.

Walking for Health offers over 1,800 free, guide-led short walks every week: www.walkingforhealth.org.uk.

Ramblers organises group walks for health and leisure in towns, cities and the countryside for people of all ages, backgrounds and levels of fitness.

The UK’s 15 National Parks run free guided walks: nationalparks. uk/visiting/events. You can also explore their Top 15 walks (nationalparks.uk/visiting/outdoor-activities/walking/top_15_ national_park_walks).

Walking Britain: search for walks near you or by city/national park and grade.

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Tennis Elbow This time around I thought it might be nice to talk about a specific condition. That condition is what is termed Tennis Elbow. This in itself is a little misleading in that most people who get the condition do not play tennis similar to a condition called golfers elbow which is a similar problem on the inside of the arm.

The actual condition is caused by changes to the tendons that attach to the outer bony prominence of the elbow joint. Often the problem is caused by a repeated loading of the tendon and normally whilst doing an activity that is pro-longed and out of the person’s normal routine such as DIY activities and activities involving the gripping action. Other causes include direct blow or a sudden forceful pull or extension to the elbow.

In terms of treatment and prevention one thing that we find is once the condition is aggravated it is very difficult to let it settle and rest because most gripping based actions constantly increase pain and so fan the flames so to speak. Often patients will talk about having pain from as little as lifting the kettle, we often find strapping techniques or a specific type of support can help. We also use eccentric loading which is a type of exercise protocol as well as hands on soft tissue mobilisations home exercises and often acupuncture can all help to ease the pain. A new therapy which we have just introduced to the clinic is Shockwave therapy which is a mechanical treatment to stimulate the injured area and aids in recovery this had been demonstrated to have significant beneficial effects in the treatment of tendons.

The best course of action is to seek help as quickly as possible after the initial injury as the longer you have the problem the more complex it is to treat so if you are experiencing prolonged pain in your elbow, why not give the clinic a ring and see if one if our experienced musculoskeletal physiotherapists can help ease your pain and speed your recovery?

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HEALTH & FITNESS

Telford Psychology Service Life can be difficult at times and some experiences are harder to overcome than others. If you are struggling to manage day to day life or past experiences feel overwhelming, then you are likely to benefit from psychological support.

Telford Psychology offers you the time and space to explore difficult life experiences and to develop an understanding of your thoughts, feelings and behaviours in a confidential and non-judgemental environment.

Telford Psychology is run by Carol Cullen and Samantha Swann-Horler who are both Chartered Psychologists and are registered with the HCPC (Health and Care Professions Council).

Carol Cullen is a Chartered Psychologist and enjoys working with adults and adolescents to help them obtain positive mental health.

She has had experience of working in the NHS in various mental health settings as well as the voluntary sector. Carol is now in private practice to develop an approach that aims to address the individuals’ needs in a bespoke way. Carol said, "I feel each person deserves a personalised service to obtain positive mental health.

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Depression Phobias

Anger

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Lack of Confidence/Low Self-esteem

Emotional Instability Anxiety

Self-harm Stress

Attachment Issues

Physical Injuries or Health-related Issues

Road-traffic or Industrial Accidents

Grief

Carol and Samantha hope you feel able to reach out and make that first step. You can do this by contacting them via telephone or email; Samantha Swann-Horler on 07590 022522, email; samanthaswannhorler@gmail.com or Carol Cullen on 07594 710798, email carolcullen@live.com.

Telford Psychology Service

Bullying

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Samantha Swann-Horler is an experienced Chartered Psychologist who has worked with adults and children across a range of settings including, Primary and Secondary Care Mental Health Services and within schools.

Her aim is to work as a compassionate practitioner, tailoring therapy to the needs of the individual client, Samantha organisation or staff team. Samantha Swann-Horler said, "I enjoy supporting people to develop an understanding of their difficult life experiences and to explore ways to achieve positive mental health."

They recognise that making the first step of seeking help can be the most difficult, which is why they ensure that they provide a sensitive service, listening to each individual and exploring their therapeutic requirements.

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Clean Air Day

20TH JUNE • Air pollution can damage your baby in the womb, affecting their lung function and development.

High air pollution is linked to low birth weight and premature births.

• Exposure to air pollution can cause more coughs and bronchitis, and also increases your child’s risk of getting bacterial pneumonia.

• Pollution may play a part in causing asthma in some children and evidence shows it can worsen asthma symptoms. Long-term effects, severity and mortality rates increase with the length of exposure and higher pollution levels.

Reducing pollution indoors

• Open your window when cleaning, cooking, burning candles or decorating.

Clean Air Day, an annual event coordinated by Global Action Plan, takes place on Thursday 20th June. The campaign’s message for this year is that we all need to work together to reduce pollution, and that small steps make a difference.

• Only burn smokeless fuels or dry, well-seasoned wood on your barbecue or stove. The smoke from wood is carcinogenic (cancercausing). Make sure chimneys and flues are clean and ventilate rooms. Buy a Defra-approved stove, use authorised fuel, and only light it when really necessary.

“Air pollution affects you from your first breath to your last, as the damage to our health can start when we’re a baby and carry on through into old age,” says this year’s mission statement – although experts now know pollution can damage our children’s health before their first breath.

• Use fragrance-free or naturally-scented products, switch to milder or eco-friendly cleaning products and avoid aerosols.

In the UK, 40,000 deaths a year are attributed to outdoor air pollution, and the illnesses it causes costs around £20 billion every year. There are also more deaths and costs attributed to indoor pollutants like badly-ventilated open fires and stoves, radon and second-hand cigarette smoke.

Reducing and avoiding pollution outdoors

The health effects of pollution: On adults

•Air pollution causes coughs and increased phlegm and increases your risk of getting lung cancer, contributing to around 1 in 13 cases. It also reduces lung function, which in turn increases risk for COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).

•Long-term exposure to pollution is linked to a number of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary heart disease and furring of the arteries. It increases the risk of death from cardiac and respiratory causes, especially among people with pre-existing cardiac or respiratory conditions.

•Researchers found that people living in areas experiencing levels of nitrogen dioxide pollution in the top 20% were 40% more likely to have been diagnosed with dementia than those in areas with levels in the lowest 20%. They seem to be at increased risk of ‘silent stroke’ – small areas of damage caused by lack of oxygen to the brain tissue, but not severe enough to cause obvious symptoms. These silent strokes may be a sign of blood vessel disease, linked to increased risk of vascular dementia.

Whilst more specific research needs to be done, experts inside and outside the NHS acknowledge an association between pollution and the neurological changes and decline linked to dementia.

•Pollution increases the risk of bladder cancer and Type 2 diabetes.

On children

The effects of pollution on children are more serious, because their organs and immune system are still developing. This, and their smaller mass, makes them particularly vulnerable.

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• Have your gas boiler serviced regularly and any suspected gas leaks or faults in appliances or pipes checked urgently.

• Don’t smoke indoors, even when alone. Third-hand smoke is a problem too.

• Walk, cycle and take public transport when you can. It’s better for the environment and you – car drivers can be exposed to twice as much air pollution as pedestrians and nine times more than a cyclist. If walking, cycling or public transport aren’t options for your commute, consider car-sharing or days working from home, if possible.

• Turn off your car’s engine when stationary e.g. waiting at a rail crossing, and if you’re stuck in traffic, turn on the air conditioning to reduce the pollution entering your car. Use it sparingly though, as the resulting carbon dioxide build-up can cause drowsiness.

• Keeping car tyres inflated, driving efficiently and having your car serviced regularly can all help save fuel and reduce pollution, as can choosing a hybrid or electric car.

• Use quieter backstreets and footpaths or cycle paths as much as you can when out and about. Using quieter streets can reduce exposure to pollution by 20%.

• .If you have children, consider walking bus or car share schemes to eliminate the problem of children dropped off at school by car because parents are on their way to work.

• Delivery vans increase congestion and pollution and some workplaces say that half their post is now personal deliveries.

If possible, choose a delivery day or time when you’re at home, have parcels delivered to a neighbour or specified safe place, or use a click-and collect service in a less-congested place.

• .If your council doesn’t collect your garden waste, compost it or take it to a recycling plant yourself rather than burning it.

For your sake, your children’s sake and the environment’s sake – clean up your act! www.cleanairday.org.uk Follow Clean Air Day on twitter @cleanairdayUK

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Although a relatively ‘low-profile’ pet compared with cats and dogs, hamsters need lots of loving care and attention. They typically live for two or three years so are a longterm responsibility, but they bring lots of fun into your home and can make great first pets.

If you’re thinking of buying a hamster, here’s a little information that might help them settle in.

Characteristics - With 24 different types of hamster

you won’t be short of choice, but Syrian (or golden) and dwarf hamsters are among the most popular. Adults of the golden variety need to be kept alone as they’re inclined to fight, as are males of the dwarf hamster variety, so all-female groups are best.

Diet - Pre-prepared hamster mix is a good choice of staple diet and should be supplemented with small amounts of fruit and vegetables. Hamsters need to grind down their teeth regularly as they grow continually, so providing them with crunchy snacks or small chew toys can help to keep their teeth short.

Play - Hamsters love to play and can be quite adventurous,

so a cage with different levels is ideal. You can add plastic toys for entertainment, and tunnels for them to run through.

A hamster’s needs are quite complex, but by being aware of their behaviour and characteristics as well as eating and playing habits, you’ll be able to meet their requirements with confidence and enjoy their company as part of the family.

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Great Outdoors Technology for long summer nights

The combination of long nights and nice weather means it’s time to head outdoors – and technology can help make the outdoors even greater and the light nights even brighter.

Thanks to Bluetooth speakers, your music can go outside with you, but it’s wise to get a waterproof one just in case. We really like Denon’s DSB-250BT, which has really high-quality music streaming and great sound.

It’s pricier than some rival devices at around £129, but it looks good indoors as well as out. For something a bit more portable to take to the beach or hotel pool, the UE Wonderboom goes for around £55 and includes something most Bluetooth speakers don’t: an inflatable ring so you can listen to it in the water.

Another great gadget for outdoor entertaining is the solar LED light. LEDs use tiny amounts of energy so it doesn’t take much sunlight to give them enough charge for hours of illumination. We’d recommend looking for warm white LEDs, which have a more yellow cast than the traditional blue ones: the light is warmer-looking and closer to incandescent bulbs, whereas bright white ones look a bit like car headlights. Expect to pay around £2 for a single LED post, rising to around £20 for a nice string of lights and £30 for a solar lamppost.

If you’d rather have something brighter and more flexible, Philips has added garden lighting to its iPhone/ Android-controlled Hue system, which also works with smart home devices such as Amazon Echo. The lights enable you to create ‘recipes’ for different effects as well as control each light individually, and while they’re still quite expensive – a coloured wall light is currently £100 on Amazon – they’re very well made and work brilliantly.

In the UK no matter how nice the day, the nights can get cold very quickly. If you’re considering garden heating, don’t go for a gas heater: they’re incredibly wasteful because they heat the air around them whether there are people there or not. It’s a much better idea to get an infra-red heater, which costs a lot less to run. Expect to pay around £70 for a wall-mounted model and around £120 for a tabletop model such as Charles Bentley’s 2000W electric outdoor patio heater.

If you’re heating food rather than people, technology can even help with the humble barbecue: clip-on LED lights enable you to cook in the dark, while Bluetooth thermometers enable you to check on the food temperature without opening the lid and letting heat escape. You can get a no-name version for around £20, but if brand names are important then Weber’s basic iGrill is currently £56. The all-singing, all-dancing iGrill 3 has two probes instead of one, enabling you to check on two things at once, and retails at just under £100.

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Images top to bottom: Argos LED solar lamppost Denon bluetooth speaker Charles Bentley tabletop heater Weber iGrill bluetooth thermometer

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3. Your skin takes 3 days for the melanin to reach its surface when exposed to sunlight. This means you are not tanning for three days you are only burning , which means you will not tan you will just peel. So go in the sun in small bursts cover up and then go back out. No more than half an hour a time at 26 degrees.

8. Vitamins in foods we eat are our best defence against short and long term skin damage. So prep before and on holiday & post holiday with a vitamin overload. Smoothies, fresh fruits with your alcohol and non-alcohol cocktails.

4. As the sun starts to brown you it’s actually cooking your skin this continues after dark. To save your skin stop this cooking process with ‘Hydro Cleansing Milk’ the French lavender stops the cook process. It’s a great dissolver of oil but leaves a moisture film and the coconut milk is a natural after-sun.

5. One big reason for sun holidays is our skin and well-being love Vitamin D production. Did you know the first 15 mins of sun light is enough to make the body produce Vit D. But only if your eyes are not covered with sunglasses. So after 15 minutes you can pop your sun glasses on and continue to get those rays.

6. Sun protection! You must do this. Our skin cannot cope with the ozone layers break down. So we have to protect. Heaven has developed a Prism Light Defiance technology that

9. Fluid retention if your like me my body only has to look at a plane or the sun and it instantly doubles is size. This is our bodies defence mechanism. So green tea, or nettles steeped in hot water. The very best is cider vinegar every night 7 days before your holiday it builds the potassium levels in your system and helps your body to let go of fluid.

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Spring into Summer A new season seems like a good time to sort through

From a bargain day cream to a luxe fragrance, there’s plenty to tempt you this month, whatever your budget.

your makeup bag and bathroom cupboards. For a start, ditch anything that’s been open for way longer than its recommended Period After Opening (PAO) date. (Check for a little icon showing an open tub or bottle and a

British luxury fragrance brand Tom Daxon has a new fragrance out – Midnight Saffron (from £105).

Lavender, saffron, jasmine and amber combine to create a warm, spicy, unisex cologne that’s really quite distinctive. See www. tomdaxon.com.

number of months.) It may seem like a waste to throw products out, but the PAO is there for a reason. Not only do products become less effective as they degrade, they can also go ‘off’ and harbour bacteria, leading to irritation.

Some products, such as perfume, can last for years, but do always check for changes in colour, texture and fragrance.

If you do need to get rid of anything, empty the contents into the bin and check whether the bottle or tub can be recycled – most can.

Itchy, dry scalp or super-sensitive skin? You’ll want to check out the award-winning Dermikelp range. As the name suggests, the key ingredient in all Dermikelp products is an extract taken from sustainably sourced brown sea kelp (Ecklonia maxima). Not only is it extremely gentle, this type of kelp is a powerhouse of nutrients that have

You might want to give your makeup bag a clean with a squirt of hand soap before repacking it. If the time has come to treat yourself to a new bag, there are some fabulous ones on the market at the moment. Just take a look at this little lot:

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The Barber

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In today’s world, with a faster pace of life, men are busier now than ever before and struggle to find just half an hour of down time to get their hair cut.

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As well as making you fellas look sharp, we also have a one stop gentlemen’s shop - selling deodorants, shower gels, moisturisers and other own brand male grooming products for hair and beards, a selection of wife and partners greeting cards for all occasions, trainers, t-shirts and even sunglasses.

The experience of going to the barbers can be frustrating and time consuming, sitting in line waiting with the ever growing population can push the time in the barbers nearer to two hours and on a Saturday when weekends are valued time, this is not ideal.

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Elite Skin and Beauty is a family-run advanced skin care and beauty clinic based in the centre of Newport with over 20 years’ experience, specialising in the provision of non-surgical aesthetic and skin treatments.

One of the most frequent concerns we experience is unwanted facial and body hair. Within the range of treatments we offer, we can effectively treat any kind of hair growth, whether it be white or dark, fine or coarse using various methods of hair removal. However, for larger areas of dark hair we recommend laser hair removal as this in our experience is the most cost effective and comfortable solution.

Laser hair removal technology works by using light energy to target and permanently destroy hair follicles responsible for hair growth without causing damage to the surrounding skin.

During treatment the laser is momentarily directed on to the hair and then moved sequentially until the area under treatment is completed. Since the treatment only targets hair in the active phase of growth, multiple treatments are generally required for optimal results. We recommend undergoing an initial course of six treatments, spaced around five weeks apart, depending on area.

For our laser treatments we use the Elite+™ from Cynosure - market leaders in the manufacture and supply of laser equipment. The Alexandrite and Nd: YAG Laser technology utilised in the Cynosure Elite+ Aesthetic workstation is

recognised within our industry as the “gold standard” for permanent hair removal on all skin types. When considering hair removal, it is worth noting that there are significant differences in terms of the efficacy of the various competing light-based treatments so if you are considering hair removal it is probably worthwhile doing a little “homework” on the options.

As part of our offering we can provide interest free finance over 6, 9, or 12 months providing you the flexibility to work payments around your lifestyle at no extra cost*. So, if you would like further details about our laser treatments or any other of our hair removal treatments you can visit our website www.eliteskinandbeauty.co.uk. Consultations can also be booked on-line. *Terms and conditions apply.

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Books

A LIFE LIKE NO OTHER

The Familiars – Stacey Halls 1612 is a dangerous time to be a woman in Northern England, as King James has declared war on witches. Fleetwood is 17 and pregnant for the fourth time. Her other pregnancies ended in miscarriage. Desperate not to miscarry this child or lose her own life in childbirth, she turns to a local midwife, Alice Grey. When Alice gets accused of witchcraft, Fleetwood has to decide how far she’ll go to save her friend. Loosely based on the Pendle witch trials, this is a gripping, atmospheric page-turner.

Voices of Powerful Women – Zoe Sallis When Maya Angelou calls something a ‘fascinating collection’, you know you’re in for a treat and Voices of Powerful Women certainly doesn’t disappoint. Zoe Sallis interviewed 40 women for her book, including Judi Dench, Tracey Emin, Benazir Bhutto and Mariane Pearl. Each one gives us a glimpse into what made her who she is today. You’ll learn what inspires these women, what angers them, who they admire and what advice they want to pass on to the next generation.

Louis & Louise – Julie Cohen A baby is born in 1970s Maine, USA. In one reality she’s a girl – Louise; in the other, a boy – Louis. Both have the same friends, the same interests and the same ambitions. Both flee from their hometown after one fateful night that changes everything. Thirteen years later, Lou’s mother is dying, so he/she returns to face the past. Original, thought-provoking and highly enjoyable, Louis & Louise is perfect for book clubs.

The Energy Plan – James Collins Nutritionist James Collins is a world leader in the field of performance nutrition. He’s guided the eating habits of Olympic athletes and premier sports stars. His first book, The Energy Plan, is not about cutting out food groups, quick fix diets or denial. Instead, it’s about fuelling your body so it performs better and you feel fitter, have more energy and can fight off illnesses. The Energy Plan is well worth a read, whether you’re training for a marathon or just want to avoid the 3pm energy slump.

Micro Living – Derek ‘Deek’ Diedricksen This book takes the concept of downsizing to the extreme. Many of the 40 homes featured are smaller than 150 square feet.

From a refurbished Airstream to a treehouse, what these homes lack in space, they more than make up for in character. The book includes floorplans, advice and lots of lust-worthy photographs. Whether you’re thinking of building your own tiny home, want some tips to make the most of smaller rooms or just fancy taking a peek into how other people live, Micro Living is for you.

The Honey Bus – Meredith May With a depressed single mother who could barely get out of bed, Meredith relied on her grandfather for love and solace.

She also found another avenue for learning life’s lessons – her grandfather’s bees. Through the hive, Meredith learned about family, loyalty, self-sacrifice and resilience. A thought-provoking memoir.

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Weather the Debt Conditions Debt snowballing is a term used to describe a particular method of dealing with debt, which in some ways goes against ‘traditional’ thinking. It’s commonly advised to deal with the most expensive debt first in terms of interest rates and charges, which is a natural and effective approach to paying down debt.

But one issue that isn’t taken into account when repaying debt in this way is the psychology that can sometimes influence a successful outcome.

What is the ‘traditional’ way to pay off debt?

In theory, repaying the most expensive debt first – i.e. the one with the highest rate of interest – offers the best chance of becoming debt-free in the shortest time. Sometimes known as the debt ‘avalanche’ method, you prioritise debts according to the rate of interest rather than the amount outstanding.

This minimises the interest paid over the long-term, but there are significant drawbacks to the avalanche method in terms of psychology. However logical the system, if you have a relatively large debt with a high interest rate it can feel frustrating and de-motivating when the balance doesn’t reduce quickly and your other debts remain in the background.

So how does debt snowballing work, and could it be a great alternative?

Here’s how to debt snowball • Make a list of all your debts – the one with the smallest balance at the top.Pay off the minimum amount on all your credit cards and other debts, apart from the one with the smallest balance.

• Pay as much as you can off this debt and repeat each month until you’ve paid it off in full.

• Cross it off your list of debts and use the money released towards the next debt.

• Continue in the same way down your list (the second smallest next), making the minimum payment on all other borrowing.

• If you’re able to earn more money, putting it towards the debt you’re currently repaying increases the snowball effect and reduces your overall level of borrowing.

• When the debt you’re focusing on has been paid off, cross it off your list – rinse and repeat until you’re debt-free.

Human psychology when paying off debt Debt snowballing is a system that applies a little human psychology to paying down debt and acknowledges that we all lack motivation at times. The method only works if you have sufficient funds to make the minimum payments on all your debts however, so if you don’t, you would need to look at alternatives.

The sense of accomplishment when you can cross a debt off your list is invaluable in encouraging you to carry on and could in fact be one of the main reasons for the success of debt snowballing.

It can be overwhelming to pay off one debt for a long time and

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still have other debts that aren’t reducing, but by getting rid of several in quick succession you establish momentum and can change your overall financial situation.

The extra money that’s freed up when one debt is repaid should be used to pay the next one, so you’re overpaying more and more as you go through your list – hence the ‘snowball’ reference.

It seems to be a simple method, but exactly why could debt snowballing offer a better outcome than other debt repayment methods?

Advantages of debt snowballing • It offers vital motivation.

• It’s a simple and straightforward system that’s easy to maintain.

• You’re forced to focus on one debt at a time, and as long as you keep up the minimum payments on other debts you can forget about them for a while.

• It helps you manage your money for the long term and introduces good money habits.

The debt avalanche method is very effective as long as you have the motivation to continue, but paying off the smallest debt first, and then the next smallest, offers a psychological boost that can encourage you to keep going.

Are there any downsides to debt snowballing?

The main downside of debt snowballing is the extra interest you pay on your debts when compared with the debt avalanche method, and when considered only from a mathematical point of view it clearly isn’t the most obvious option.

Repaying debt is a little like dieting, however – small wins offer the motivation that many people need to continue and succeed. One important issue is to make sure you dedicate any money released when a debt is repaid to paying off the next one. Without this, the ‘snowball’ effect of increasing amounts being available to tackle your next debt doesn’t materialise, and the system will stall.

When all your debts have been paid back, it’s advisable to use your newly increased residual income to start an emergency fund if you don’t already have one, and then to save or invest for your future.

Debt snowballing isn’t just a good way to become debt-free – it can be the foundation for a ‘wealth snowball’ if you save or invest the money that was once swallowed up by credit card and other debt repayments.

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It’s easy to be overwhelmed by the sheer number of mortgage products available, and the trend towards offering non-traditional mortgage terms doesn’t help when you’re trying to decide which loan is best.

Banks and building societies are increasingly offering longerterm mortgages lasting 30 or 40 years alongside the ‘standard’ 25-year term with which many of us are familiar. Shorter-term mortgages of 15 years or so are also available, so what are the pros and cons of short-term and long-term mortgages, and which might be better for you?

Short-term mortgages A mortgage is likely to be the biggest financial commitment of your life, so you need to make sure you’ve considered all the potential problems and issues that might arise. The higher monthly repayments on a shorter-term mortgage do expose you to a greater risk of default, but there are also many advantages to be enjoyed.

Choosing a shorter-term mortgage of 15 years or less means you pay off the loan much quicker than many people do, but you also have to consider the cost to you, not only in direct financial terms but also in the quality of your life and the potential stresses of repaying higher amounts.

Why choose a short-term mortgage?

Short-term mortgages have higher monthly repayments, but you’ll pay considerably less interest overall. If you’re able to put down a large deposit, you don’t need to borrow as much money, which is just one instance where short-term mortgages might be a good idea.

An additional advantage is that, if you’ve been able to repay your mortgage sooner than later, the equity in your property will also grow faster. The initial consideration if you’re thinking about a short-term mortgage, however, is whether you can keep up repayments over this period.

Can you afford a short-term mortgage?

month, it may be worthwhile looking into mortgage products that allow you to make overpayments as and when you can afford it. It takes off the pressure of having to consistently meet high repayments, and allows a little flexibility that can take years off your overall mortgage term.

So although 25 years has long been the ‘standard’ term for a mortgage, what attracts borrowers to extended repayment terms of 30 or 40 years, and is it worth considering a longerterm mortgage?

Long-term mortgages Taking out a mortgage of 35 or 40 years can seem like a huge financial commitment at any age, but the mortgage market has changed over the last decade. The stricter lending practices we mentioned earlier apply equally to long-term mortgage loans, and their suitability for each applicant must be carefully evaluated by lenders.

Why choose a long-term mortgage?

You might choose a long-term mortgage to benefit from lower monthly payments. Perhaps you’re more at ease knowing you can comfortably afford the repayments on your biggest asset, and feel it’s worthwhile despite the extra interest you’ll pay over the course of the loan term. It’s also beneficial if you need a high loan-to-value (LTV) mortgage.

Your monthly budget will dictate whether it’s possible to repay your mortgage over a shorter period of time than the standard term, but you need to be very careful not to overstretch yourself financially.

Another consideration with long-term mortgages is your age, as although long-term mortgages are becoming more mainstream, some lenders still don’t offer this type of mortgage term if it means it will take the borrower into their retirement years.

Also bear in mind the potential interest rate rises in the future, particularly considering the low rates we’ve enjoyed for more than a decade. In other words, the only direction interest rates are likely to go is up.

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Pros of a long-term mortgage

Mortgage lending practices have been strictly controlled since the global financial crisis of 2007, and your ability to repay should be carefully scrutinised by each lender. They’ll look at your regular outgoings and are unlikely to grant your application if they feel you’re a risk of default.

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• Monthly repayments are lower.

• Interest rate rises will have less impact.

• You may be able to secure a higher loan-to-value ratio.

Cons of a long-term mortgage • It takes longer to repay.

• You pay more interest overall.

• You may be refused on age grounds.

Affordability is the keyword when thinking about mortgages – hopefully between you and your lender, you’ll be able to find the right length of mortgage term and feel able to repay every month without too much difficulty.

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Recent research has found that over half of UK adults do not have a Will.

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The Steady Rise

OF THE ‘SILVER SPLICERS’

When Shelagh McCarthy’s live-in partner of 21 years died suddenly in a car crash, she was left to deal with much more than her grief.

Shelagh, aged 54, and her partner Justin, 58, moved in together after Justin divorced his first wife.

Although he and Shelagh pooled their financial resources and shared a house, the couple chose not to marry.

“Justin was very upset by the divorce, which got quite messy and acrimonious,” Shelagh explains. “I guess for him the decision not to marry was a case of ‘once bitten, twice shy’, while I had always been a bit of a rebel and generally disliked the idea of being tied down by marriage.”

Unfortunately Shelagh and Justin, both busy with demanding jobs, never made time to discuss what might happen if one of them died. It was only after Justin’s accident that Shelagh discovered she had no legal claim to his estate.

“He had never made a will and therefore everything, including his house, where we had both lived, passed straight to the grown-up children from his first marriage,” Shelagh explains.

All that remained from her 21-year relationship was her clothes and a few personal possessions.

Love or money?

There are around 3.3 million unmarried couples in England and Wales. Despite the fact that they are usually referred to as ‘common law partners,’ none have any legal partnership rights.

However, there’s growing evidence that marriage-averse couples who grew up in the Sixties and Seventies believing they didn’t need ‘a piece of paper’ to validate their relationship are now re-thinking, as age and ill-health begin to take their toll. According to figures recently released by the Office for National Statistics, marriage rates amongst older people have been steadily increasing for the past few years.

In fact, later-life marriages are proving so popular that a catchy name – ‘Silver Splicers’ – has been coined to describe the phenomenon. It may sound romantic, but it’s hard to tell from statistics alone whether couples are marrying for love or for financial reasons.

When it comes to tax matters, it can’t be denied that most couples are better off in a legal partnership. In his popular Money Saving Expert blog, personal finance expert Martin Lewis has listed “Seven main financial rights of marriage”.

These include: a £900 tax break (which applies where one individual in a married couple or civil partnership pays basic 20% tax rate and the other is a non-taxpayer); automatic exemption from inheritance tax; ISA allowances that can be passed on when your spouse dies; and the opportunity to inherit some of your husband or wife’s state pension. Legal partnerships also provide an opportunity to move savings and investment between partners in order to benefit if one partner

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Changing minds on marriage

In the same blog, Martin Lewis suggests that some of the benefits available to married couples have been designed as “deliberate Government social-engineering, to reward marriage through the tax system.” While these tax breaks may tempt some marriage-averse couples into tying the knot, others are not so easily persuaded. For some people a wedding, with all its associations of convention, tradition and religion, feels more like an imposition than a celebration of love.

Visual artist Martin Bayliss has three children with his partner Katya, with whom he has lived for the past 27 years. He sums up the couple’s feelings when he says: “In the past, Katya and I have discussed getting married for financial reasons, but have been put off by all the cultural baggage surrounding weddings.

We’d prefer a really low-key occasion but we know that as soon as we mention it to friends and family, we’ll be under pressure to meet their expectations.”

A civil partnership ceremony would probably be closer to the sort of event favoured by Martin and Katya, but at present this option is only available to same-sex couples. Civil partnerships provide an opportunity to remove some of the ‘cultural baggage’ by stripping away much of the ritual associated with weddings: although the ceremony (which steers clear of any religious references) does require some formal wording, it doesn’t ask the couple to exchange vows as they would in a register office.

After Rebecca Steinfeld and Charles Keidan won a legal battle to gain the right to form a civil partnership late last year, Prime Minister Theresa May promised to end the ban on heterosexual couples entering civil partnerships. Currently there is no definite timeline for the new legislation to come into force, but once civil partnership becomes an option for marriage-averse couples like Martin and Katya, it’s possible that even more ‘Silver Splicers’ will commit to a legal partnership, with the aim of securing some peace of mind for the future.

by Kate McLelland

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

LASTING POWERS OF ATTORNEY What are they used for?

We all hope to remain healthy and independent for as long as possible.

However, there can come a time when we are no longer physically or mentally capable to make decisions for ourselves.

While a person still has full mental capacity and can make their own decisions, that person can appoint an Attorney (or several Attorneys), who will manage their affairs and make decisions on their behalf when they can no longer do that for themselves.

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The Department for Transport said last year that it is still committed to the link being built as soon as possible.

The link road is among 10 regional priority schemes that Midlands Connect is asking Highways England for clarity on, to ensure that those earmarked to start construction by March 2020 are completed by 2025.

“We welcome the support of Midlands Connect in calling for the earliest possible construction of the M54/M6 link road,” said Dominic Proud, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Service Delivery Manager for Highways, Transport and Engineering.

Telford & Wrekin Council has welcomed the news that Midlands Connect is calling for the earliest possible construction of the M54 to M6 Link road.

Midlands Connect is the transport partner of the Midlands Engine and works to research, develop and recommend projects which provide the biggest possible economic and social benefits for the region.

Telford & Wrekin Council has long lobbied for the link to be constructed as it believes there will be significant social and economic benefits for the borough.

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“Getting this link built is the most urgent improvement to the region’s motorway network as far as we are concerned.

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But getting a proper motorway link to the M54 to the M6 northbound would be the icing on the cake.”

Simon Statham, Director of Technical Programmes at Midlands Connect, said: “As far as we’re concerned, the M54-M6 link simply must happen. This project is one of our top regional priorities and a potential game changer for the Midlands motorway network.

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Seventies Chic

Get your groove on – it’s back to the Seventies! But this time around orange pine and avocado bathrooms are banned, in favour of good-looking furnishings, bold patterns and cool accessories.

Typical of this decade – which began with the optimism of flower power and the Swinging Sixties and ended with recession, skyrocketing inflation and the Winter of Discontent – is an element of comforting homespun, home-made style. Hence the handicrafts such as patchwork, weaving and macramé that were so prevalent back in the day. Why not take a course, or teach yourself from books or online videos, and make your own, personalised pieces to complement your home and cherish forever? Failing that, Etsy, Folksy and other online marketplaces are full to the brim with beautiful craft pieces that are often very affordable.

Made to measure Seventies Flower Oval roman blinds by Orla Kiely, Blinds 2go: 0800 862 0464; blinds-2go.co.uk.

Include some wooden and, especially, rattan furnishings (the go-to material to help you get the look) in the form of blocky furniture made of pine or covered in velvet or corduroy, and cane elements such as headboards, mirror frames and baskets.

You may even be lucky and pick up something suitable from a car boot sale, auction or charity shop. Keep your eyes peeled for better quality items, however, as too many cheap pieces will definitely not create the right impression. A cream-coloured shagpile rug, oh-so comfortable underfoot (if a nuisance to keep clean) is another option – very typical of the decade, and can be subtly updated with a Berber-style criss-cross pattern that still goes with anything.

The Seventies revival in interiors has been brewing for a while, building up to an unmistakeable trend that has even started to reach the high street. Peacock chairs, shag-pile rugs and old-fashioned record players are just some of the ingredients that Pinterest tells us are high on people’s online search lists. The Seventies are back!

Retro Orla Kiely enamel Bring it on… teapot, £55, Andshine:

Houseplants are another important accessory. The bigger the better, reaching to the ceiling, dangling to the floor – botanicals are hugely fashionable right now and give an instant nod to the Seventies, when no home was complete without a Swiss cheese plant and a spider plant in a handmade hanger. Complete the mix with some rustic kitchenware, a touch of vintage Laura Ashley, and perhaps even a beanbag or Moroccan pouffe and bingo! You’re good to go-go.

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This style is all about attitude. Bright and bold, it’s easy to introduce, often quite affordable and, because the furnishings are so striking, you don’t need many of them to make an impact. In fact, this is a look where less is definitely more – a handful of well-chosen pieces can be carefully integrated into a modern scheme, adding an on-trend edge without becoming overpowering. In other words, you might like a macramé wall hanging, but you probably won’t want to cover all your walls with swirly wallpaper or re-clad your fireplace with crazy stonework.

So, where does one start? The colour palette of the Seventies was highly distinctive. The less said about avocado bathrooms the better, but in general colours were quite earthy and muddy, from mustard and ochre to camel, olive and chocolate. Like the typical patterns of the time – geometrics such as circles within squares, paisleys and simple florals – these strong shades are best employed in small doses, mitigated by pale or neutral backgrounds. In other words, use them to add interest, but avoid straying into kitsch. Think small touches such as a cushion or two, a drum lampshade, some glassware and ceramics (Orla Kiely is particularly good) and a framed poster on your wall, for example.

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was a great British inventor, entrepreneur and eccentric.

The story goes that he was in a pub one night when he noticed a peculiar egg timer, made from a cocktail shaker, old tins and wax, and filled with liquid. Fascinated, he bought the contraption and decided to try to improve on its design. It took 15 years, but in 1963 the Astro Lamp was launched by Craven-Walker’s company Crestworth (the name was changed in 1992 to Mathmos) – and became an instant hit, appearing in TV programmes including The Prisoner, Doctor Who and The Avengers. Lava lamps were made in a range of designs, and were ubiquitous until the late Seventies and Eighties; they were revived in the Nineties and have since become popular again – a retro classic that’s perfectly suited to a 21st century lifestyle.

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Too Old to Be Behind the Wheel At what age should you stop driving?

The recent accident involving the 97-year-old Duke of Edinburgh brought this question into sharp focus. Royalty or commoner, it must be a wrench to give up your licence, not just because of the loss of independence, but because it’s a sure sign age is catching up on you.

Every time there is an incident involving an elderly driver there are calls for an age cap to be placed on holding a driving licence. Equally, stories are trotted out by those wishing freedom of the road claiming that they have an aged 90+ relative who regularly drives and is safer on the road than many 20-somethings.

What can’t be ignored is that, with age, our reactions slow down, our eyesight and hearing are impaired and we are prone to restricted movement. But, as a counterbalance, older drivers take fewer risks, don’t tend to speed and have more experience. So, a one-size-fits-all cap to holding a licence will not be a universally accepted solution.

My stance is that there should not be a statutory age-limit to holding a driving licence, but there should be a system in place

that, when you reach 70, requires you to do more than ‘selfcertify’ every three years, that you are okay to drive.

Of course, with the imminent arrival of driverless cars on our roads, this debate could well be null-and-void – at least until the annual London-to-Brighton vintage car run…

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Rattan Revival

Light weight yet strong and durable, rattan is a versatile material that can be used indoors and out for a variety of furnishings, adding pretty natural texture and a charmingly retro vibe.

Rattan is right at home outdoors, and these armchairs are super-comfy. Whitcombe teak table, £1,200, and Hampstead chairs, £290 for a pair, all Garden Trading.

Divide an open-plan space or create a private corner with this three-panel screen that’s crafted from rattan with a solid cane frame and fine webbing to the surface. Rattan webbing screen, £275, Cox & Cox.

Put your favourite houseplant on display in a tapered round basket with natural tones and an intertwined binding design.

Rattan basket, £60, Cox & Cox.

Head right back to the ‘70s with a rattan headboard, £335, Out There Interiors.

Artisan vintage meets natural Scandi in this elegant console, made from teak framework with wicker. Retro rattan console, £499, The French Bedroom Co.

Sit back and relax on this iconically styled rocking chair that’s inspired by ‘50s and ‘60s interiors. Monet rocking chair by Sika, £515, Cuckooland.

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Add pretty texture and minimal styling with a lightweight, occasional bench seat. Hampstead bench, £290, and seat pad in charcoal stripe, £18, both Garden Trading.

This oval looped mirror would make a striking feature in a hall, bedroom or living room. Rattan looped mirror, £125, Cox & Cox.

A dramatic shape and a pretty colour and texture give this pendant plenty of interest. Rattan hanging lamp, £225, Out There Interiors.

How to Decorate With Rattan • Rattan looks right at home in the garden or on the patio, but think out of the box and introduce accents of rattan to indoor areas, too. A simple basket here and there is the obvious choice, but modern furniture designers are also incorporating rattan into light fittings, tables, picture and mirror frames, headboards and more, so the possibilities are truly exciting.

• Chunky rattan has a distinctively tropical, retro look (match with palm prints to go all out), but to keep things modern look for more delicate pieces and use sparingly as an accent, combined with minimal, contemporary furnishings and on-trend accessories.

• Go hygge with rattan. A simple room scheme with a white or pale background and subtle mix of textures – including, for example, rattan, stone, wool, ceramic, sisal and wood – is timeless, calm, and very easy to live with.

• Choose sustainable rattan. According to the WWF, rattan is a naturally renewable palm, but the way in which it is harvested and processed needs to improve in order to secure the supply in the long term. Look for rattan that has Fair Trade or Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification.

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The Modern Bedroom

by Kathrine Sorrell

Does your bedroom look a little dated, or is it brimming with contemporary style? We outline some quick and easy ways in which to give it a brand new look.

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A new paint colour will transform the room.

Experiment by using a tester pot to cover a large sheet of card and sticking it to different walls at various times of the day, so you can see how the colour changes according to the light. Another way to make a difference is to use patterned wallpaper, all over (for huge impact) or just on a feature wall. Or opt for a wall-sized mural – they are easy to order, sized to your dimensions, via specialist websites, and look absolutely amazing, whether the image is of, for example, a wooded glade, tropical palms, a cityscape, oversized flowers or a starry night sky.

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Wildflower quilted bedspread, £98, The French Bedroom Company: 01444 415 430; www.frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk

A quiet retreat, a calm haven, and a cosy place in which you can relax, read, watch TV, listen to music, make phone calls or even sleep – your bedroom is your own personal space, and the ideal room in which to express your unique personality.

If, however, it feels boring rather than beautiful, dull rather than delightful, why not consider a top-to-toe makeover? With some forward planning (and without spending a fortune) you can transform a tired space into a gorgeous room that you’ll love spending time in.

A pop of colour Bold colours are on trend this spring, often quite dark and moody – an intriguing antidote to the careful beiges, greiges, stones and neutrals that have predominated over the last few decades.

Where better than a bedroom to go for this dark décor? Be brave and use fuchsia, turquoise, emerald, orange, mustard or deep blue in arresting combinations or, if you don’t feel quite courageous enough, perhaps just cover one wall with a strong shade. Even the simple addition of a bright headboard, rug, throw or group of cushions can make all the difference.

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To transform a bedroom from boring to boudoir, introduce sumptuous bed linens that are gorgeous to look at and soft to the touch. You may wish to use plain white as the basics, just adding a stunning throw, blanket, eiderdown or quilt – or several – for a jolt of eye-catching colour and pattern. Or go for broke and put colour with colour, plains with patterns, and revel in the excitement and drama of layered vibrancy.

Take the floor

In a bedroom where wear and tear is not a factor, luxurious, deep-pile carpet laid wall-to-wall is an option to consider. It’s not cheap, however, so if that’s beyond your budget, consider sanding back your floorboards and either varnishing or painting them, then adding a rug or two in a bold, modern style (blocks of vivid colour, chevrons or Berber, perhaps) for heaps of character.

Bluebell Gray Peggy Midnight duvet cover set, £135, Hurn and Hurn: 01603 559 250; www.hurnandhurn. com.

Lights fantastic

Assess your lighting and ensure it’s both subtle and flattering. You can make it more adaptable by adding table or floor lamps in the corners and fitting a dimmer switch to the central pendant. Even changing the bulbs makes a difference – LED for energy saving, choosing warm white and not overly bright. For bedside reading, a pair of swing-arm, wallmounted lights will free up space on a bedside table, or go with the ontrend look and hang a bare filament bulb from a coloured cotton flex that’s suspended either from the ceiling or a wall-mounted bracket.

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Telford Hotel Telford Hotel & Golf Resort has extended further its links with the local community by partnering with the Telford Tigers two National Ice Hockey League (NIHL) teams.

Based in the town since 1985, the Tigers have enjoyed considerable success, and won the English Premier League title and the British Challenge up in 2014/15, and regained the league title in 2016/17.

The club’s general manager and head coach, Tom Watkins, and marketing manager, Ian Howells, were pleased to be able to put pen to paper on a deal which will last into the 2019/20 season, when the Tigers hope to be playing in the new top division of the NIHL.

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“Telford Ice Rink is also great family-friendly hub in the town and we felt this sponsorship was a great opportunity to communicate with the loyal fan base, which is drawn from across Shropshire, Mid Wales, the West Midlands and beyond.”

The partnership will see the resort’s branding on rinkside hoardings, while special deals and competitions will be offered to the Tigers’ supporter base.

Telford Hotel is one of eight golf venues in the portfolio of the UK’s largest golf resort operator, featuring championship and tournament golf venues across the UK, and hosting events from the European Tour, the former European Seniors Tour, Ladies European Tour and the PGA. www.telfordhotelgolfresort.co.uk For further details about Telford Tigers, visit: www.telfordtigers.net/

Tom Watkins said: “I’m very pleased to be working closely with Telford Hotel & Golf Resort and we look forward to building upon that relationship with over the coming months.

“I’ve been a golf club member at the Telford Hotel & Golf Resort for more than 10 years now and can highly recommend all the facilities. The golf course, spa, restaurant and hotel are all first class and ensure the resort is a fitting partner for us. This is another piece of exciting news for the club.”

The resort’s general manager, Brett Davidge, explained: “This is all about us continuing our work within the local community.

The Telford Tigers have been in the town for more than 30 years, so like us, it is a well-established fixture in the community.

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Sustainable Style

Little things can make a big difference. Choose environmentally friendly furnishings when you can, and do your bit to save the planet.

This simple lamp is made from sustainable FSC cork from Portugal and a spun metal top produced in Denmark. Mater Luiz pendant lamp, £225, Cloudberry Living.

A great eco choice, this throw is made from unbleached cotton and linen from sustainable sources. Jofrid throw, £35, Ikea.

On trend and eco-friendly, this basket is made from 100% renewable seagrass. Fladis basket, £13, Ikea.

Reclaimed steel legs have been added to this old red trunk to create an eye-catching and usable piece of furniture. Red Trunk coffee table, £620, Smithers of Stamford.

The Finnish mill where this cushion cover is woven is committed to sustainable development and the use of pure, natural materials. Eskimo wool cushion cover in beige, £49, Lapuan Kankurit.

These towels are made in Finland by a family weaving mill that uses responsible and environmentally friendly processes, and only the best, high quality materials, including linen, wool and cotton. Terva towels, from £16 each, Lapuan Kankurit.

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• When you do buy new, check that it has been made using recycled or renewable materials, and produced in an ethical manner.

• Buy pieces that have been made locally rather than shipped across the globe. Ask about their carbon footprint and consider both packaging and how they will be disposed of at the end of their lives.

• Avoid plastics and pieces that have been given chemical finishes, instead opting for natural materials, such as timber, cotton, jute, ceramic, cork and stone. Remember that not all woods are sustainable: look for wood with Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification.

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Admaston

at Admaston House Comm. Centre: Mon: Yoga; 6.30-8pm Tue: Pushchair people 9.30am-12pm, Guitar lessons 4.30-7pm, Brownies 5.30-6.45pm, Guides 7-8.30pm, Rangers 7-8.30pm Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Tuesday (term time) 4.15-5.30pm (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Wed: WI 2-4pm (1st Wed of mth), Weight Watchers 5:30&7pm, Bollywood Dancing 6.45-8.30pm Thu: Scouts 7-9pm, Explorers (age14-18) 7.30-9.30pm, Ladies alpha 7.30-9.30pm.

Fri: Youth club 7.30-9pm.

If you would like further info. on above visit www.admastonhouse.org.uk or contact Moira Hoath on 07722 213264.

Wrekin & Telford Singers meet every Fri 7:30pm at Admaston House. We are a mixed voice choir - no audition just come along and enjoy singing with a friendly group of people. Contact Judi 01952 411801 or visit our Facebook @wrekin&telford singers or www.wtsingers.org.uk

Church Aston

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 Linda Browning 01952 876306 for further details.

Church Aston Gardening Club meets the 3rd Mon monthly 8pm, Church Aston Church Hall.

New Members welcome.

Sylvia 01952 812092 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: From 7pm Ballroom Dance Lessons

Dawley

Telford Hot Trax Radio Controlled Car Club - Meets every Wednesday at Dawley Social Club, King St, Telford TF4 2AG @ 7.30pm to 10pm. Contact: 07834 808943 Dawley Traditional Market - Every Friday, Meadow Rd car park. Contact 01952 380934 Telford Christian Fellowship, Christian Worship & Prayer for Healing, Sun 10:30am12pm 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 Fri: 2-4pm - Computer Club (3rd Fri each mth) 9-12 Table Top Sale

Donnington

Players wanted - Tickled Pink Ukulele Band Practice nights Weds @ Asda Donnington.

Uke players needed. Contact us at: tpinkukes@gmail.com or call 07939 021162 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 6.459pm, Cadets is for ages 12-18, Juniors 1011. 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

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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.

Edgmond

at Edgmond Village Hall: Toddler group 10.00-11.30 (term time only) - Contact Chloe 07498 282055 Mon (term time only): Painting - drawing classes 1.00-3.30pm. More details Cynthia James 07722 624 210.

Every Tue Afternoon: Lunch - Afternoon tea - soup - sandwiches - cakes - tea coffee - wine - prosecco & lots more, 1pm-5pm - more info Janis 01952 820572 / 07739 634703.

Every 3rd Wed of Month - Edgmond W.I 7.30-10pm. Visitors welcome: £3.50, incl. refreshments. Contact Dianne: 01952 825564.

Every 1st Sat of Month - Table Top Sale 9.30am-12.30. Bacon sandwiches, tea/ coffee & cakes. £6 table, free entry contact Janis 07739 634703 16th Jun (Sun) - Craft Fair - at Edgmond Village Hall 11-3pm, Lots of stalls free entry., Newport Severn hospice volunteers are doing the catering.

Antoaneta's Writers' Edgmond meet on 1st Wed of month at 5.30pm in members own homes. New members are welcomed.

We are a small and friendly group keen to advance our writing. Contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@ hotmail.com for more info.

Hadley

Hadley Five O Club - for over 50s meets most Mondays 9-45am to 12-noon at Hadley United Services clubroom. Talks, entertainers, trips out, refreshments etc Call in, or ring Keith on 01952-244804.

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 Annette Jones on annette. jones234@yahoo.com 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.

Castle Farm Community Centre in Hadley, 1-3pm on the last Tue of every month. T: 01952 253877

Horsehay

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)

Ketley

Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Saturday (term time) 9.30-11.00am at Ketley Community Centre (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Telford Stamp and Card Club meets on the second Monday of each month (except July and August) at 7.30pm at Ketley Community Centre, Telford, TF1 5AN. Visitors welcome.

Lawley

Learn to Play Bridge - at Lawley Community Centre. For further information contact Peter Seager on 01952 419999 Lawley & District WI meet on the 1st Tue of every month at 7.30pm StJohn’s Church Hall at Lawley. For more info. call Denise Edwards 01952 405756.

Leegomery

Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Thursday (term time) 4.30-5.45pm at Leegomery Community Centre (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk

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 £3 per session. Contact Fran Taylor 01952 604718.

Pop In Coffee held on the 3rd Thursday of each month at St Michael's Church.

Everyone welcome.

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 Tamara on 01952 680030.

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: 12:30-2:15pm NCT Bumps and Babes group - for parents and carers with children under 2, £1.50 donation Painting Club 2-4pm (term time).

Tue: Tiny Tots (10am, 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: Forget Me Not Films 9.30am Monthly, Afternoon Fellowship 2.30-4pm monthly & Beacon 7.45pm Fri: Join us 4 a Cuppa! 11am Monthly plus litter pick, Lunch Club Over 50’s (1st Fri of mth) Sub:Zero – Youth Cafe, yrs7+ 4-6pm Sat: 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

16th Jun (Sun) Newport's Through the Garden Gate event is your chance to peek behind the gates of some interesting gardens and allotments. Tickets are £5, under 16's free, available in June from; Hey Judes, The Guildhall Tea Rooms and on the day from The Cottage Care Centre and all the open gardens. All proceeds go to Newport in Bloom, which raise funds for the floral displays in the town.

Sustainable Newport - local people working to make Newport more sustainable. Find us on Facebook Twitter & Instagram or email info@ sustainablenewportshropshire.org.

The Probus Club of Newport meet on the first Monday of each month at 1pm for lunch at The Swan at Forton. If you are a retired gentleman, then feel free to check that we are a friendly bunch! Phone Gwyn Jones on 01952 813433 for more details.

U3A Newport - meet the 3rd Tue of each month at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Road, Newport at 2pm. £1 entry to include refreshments, Members and visitors are most welcome to come along.

Please visit our website to find out more.

Evening Stitchers - Wed fortnightly 7.30 - 9.30pm Newort Cricket Club, Audley Avenue. Friendly, bring your own Emb. Knit, patchwork etc. Alison 01952 324084 Beaumaris Singers - New members welcome. We are a chamber choir of around 20 voices. We meet every Tuesday at 7.15pm during term time at Cosy Hall, Newport. For more information call David 07710 005050 or visit our website www.beaumarissingers.org Newport Rotary Lite - We’re an active, informal and mixed club focused on doing things to help the community in Newport and beyond. Message us through Facebook - Newport Shrops Rotary Lite.

Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 4.15-5.30pm at Newport Cricket Club (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@ cookstars.co.uk Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 6.30-8.15pm at Burton Borough Home Ec Room (Ages 10-17), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Gnosall, Newport & District Lions Club. 1st Mon monthly at 8pm - Community Room, Gnosall Fire Station, Wharf Road ST20 0DB. For people interested in helping in the community. Contacts: Pat 01785 780032 or

John 01952 273919.

Newport Writers' Circle meet on 2nd Wed of month (except Aug), 10.30am in the library. New members welcomed. A friendly group who share their stories in a warm and welcoming way. Contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@ hotmail.com for more info.

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.

Newport Afternoon Guild meet on the 1st Wed 2-4pm at the Cosy Hall in Newport.

Call 01952 825 287 for further infomation.

Newport Bridge Academy - Meet Mondays 7pm at Royal Naval Association, Bellmans Yard, Newport. All standards welcome very friendly club. Expert tuition every week from EBU Grand master & qualified teacher, followed by duplicate bridge. Easy parking and tea/coffee included. Please call Grahame on 07541 048785 or Bob on 07907 887010 or email newport.bridge. academy@outlook.com Newport Bridge Club meet Tue & Thu 7pm at The Hub St Mary Street Newport. We welcome duplicate bridge players of all standards. Interested? Come and join us.

Call 01952 814474 for more details or e-mail info@newport-bridge-club.co.uk 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.

Cygnus Book Club – Come along and join a friendly group as we discuss a spiritual book or theme of the month – all whilst enjoying drinks and cake! Contact Romella 07894 812440 Used Toner Cartridges - Shrewsbury Music Therapy Unit are collecting and recycling used printer ink cartridges to raise funds to subsidise Music Therapy for children with learning difficulties. Please drop off at Boots or Ace Computers, High St, Newport.

Dressmaking Classes at Cosy Hall, Newport on Thu’s - 10am-12.30pm and 7.309.30pm ‘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 Friends Singles Club, 45+, established in Shropshire, now meeting in Newport.

Full details from 07955 851256 or email: singlesfriends18@gmail.com 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 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 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.

COMMUNITY & WHATS ON

Oakengates

22nd May (Wed) - Ladies Fashion and Popup Shop. at The Wakes, Theatre Square, Oakengates, High St brands at 5-% off or more - doors open 6.30pm, tickets £5 .

Contact Carol on 07887 427196 or visit www.ticketsource.co.uk/date/622868 Maddocks Chess Club - Monday nights from 7:30pm at Maddocks Sports & Social Club, Church St, Oakengates, Telford. TF2 6BU. www.maddockschess.co.uk FREE Art and Craft Sessions - at The Wakes, Oakengates - every Thursday 102pm no need to book just turn up, everyone welcome.

Table top sale - first Saturday of each month, 10am -12pm at the Holy Trinity Church in Wrockwardine wood and Oakengates. Contact Tanya May 07990 767855 (visit our facebook page for events: Holy Trinity Church Wrockwardine Wood) 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 Section. Friday - 7pm Company Section (boys and girls school year 7+).

Contact Dave on 07548 574901.

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.

Priorslee

Sewing For Pleasure - Sewing Machine Classes every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm, University Campus Telford, Conference Centre, Priorslee. TF2 9NN All abilities welcome. Call Nicky on 01952 201502 for more details or see our Facebook page facebook.com/MaudeandRose.

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 The Lion Inn, 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 Whist Drive - Every Sat, at Priorslee Scout Hut, 7pm 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.

Shawbirch

Shawbirch Community Centre: Mon-Fri: Little Chicks Pre-School 9am 3pm Mon: Youth Club 10-15 yrs (6–8pm) Wed: Bridge Club (7pm – 10pm) Fri: Telford Stage School - 5.45pm The community centre is available to hire evenings & weekends.

For further info. call 01952 248538.

Sheriffhales

Sheriffhales W.I. - Meet every 4th Thursday, 7.30pm at Sheriffhales village hall. For further info contact Janet 07964 370679.

Shifnal

Shifnal Chorale mixed choir - Monday evenings 7.30-9.30pm Trinity Church, Victoria Road, Shifnal. New members welcome with no auditions. Please contact Angela on 07916 870 839 or visit our website shifnalchorale.org.uk/ Shifnal in Stitches - Informal knitting and crochet group meeting at Odfellows every 3rd Tue of the month, 7-9pm. All ages and all skill levels welcome. Find us on facebook.com/shifnalinstitches or email shifnalinstitches@gmail.com 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 01952 461018 during Library open hours..

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 Park House, Shinfal 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 8pm9.45pm. Contact Sandra on 01952 462759 Shifnal Millennium Sensory Garden - The working party meets each month from March through to the end of Nov. on the 1st and 3rd Sats and the 2nd and 4th Thurs 9.30am - noon. Enthusiastic helpers most welcome. Contact 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

Telford & Wrekin Arthritis Support Group, meet monthly at St. George’s Sports & Social Club, Church St. 7.30–9.30pm. Also organize trips with side lift coaches and a 5 days holiday once a year with disabled access. Hydrotherapy sessions Thu 5–7pm, by appt only. For further details contact Mrs. Pat Watkins on 01952 618381. 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 A. Chetwood 01952 618353 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.

Telford - Town Centre

Monthly Craft Fair (2nd Sat of each mth), 9.30am-3.30pm at Meeting Point House,

Southwater, Telford. Free entry to over 25 stalls of local crafters and artists.

Onsite café serving breakfasts, lunch and afternoon teas.

Afternoon Tea at Meeting Point House, Southwater - available Mon to Sat 12-3pm in the vintage inspired tea room. £8 for two, includes a pot of tea. The room is also great for birthdays and celebrations as well as local community groups. Call 01952 292268, visit www.meetingpointhouse.co.uk or email reception@meetingpointhouse.co.uk Tuesday Group lively discussions in a good humoured atmosphere. Women meeting 10:30 to 12:30 on 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Venue subject to change.

Contact Brenda on 01952 610939.

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

5th May (Sun) - Our Heroes' Fun Day. at The Plough, Wellington - There will be live bands, military vehicles on display, raffles, auctions, a children’s play area. Contact Ed Lowe on 01952 255981 Telford Stamp and Card Club Meetings - Stamp Club meetings are on the 2nd Monday of each month, 7.30pm to 9.30pm, in the Belmont Hall, Wellington. For more info call Richard Camp on 01952-405458.

SPACES available at Wellington Brownies - for girls aged 7-10, Mon 6:30-7:45pm, Wellington Methodist Church - contact Joanne Martin on 01952 254555 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 Membership Secretary, Carol Shore on 01952 597851 or 07792 862826.

Wellington, the home of The Telfordaires Barbershop Harmony Chorus. For the MALE voice. If you can or can’t sing, just like to try, or need some entertainment for an event. Contact us on 0845 463 1618 Art and Craft fun for toddlers - every Friday at 11am at Wellington Methodist Church. Contact Kirsty on 07741 066858 or kirsty@art4tots.com or visit www.Art4Tots. com for further details.

Art for Enjoyment - at Wellington Methodist Church - Tue mornings or afternoons, and now on Thu afternoons as well, 1.30 - 3.30pm. Call Liz Doody, the course tutor for more info. or to book your place on 07970 709116.

SUNNYCROFT - 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington. House, Gardens and Tearoom open 10am-5pm until 3rd Nov19, Fri-Tue each week, last admission to house 4pm.

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. We meet at Belmont Hall in Wellington - see website for more details: www.stagstelford. co.uk or call 01952 417747 .

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 Belmont Hall.

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 01952 276615 for more info.

Wellington Central Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 2nd Tue of each month at 2.15pm at the Carvers Close Community Room, Holyhead Rd, Wellington. For more info call 01952 251 364.

Eyton & Wellington WI - Meet every 2nd Wed of the month at 7:30pm in the Belmont Hall, Wellington for speakers, friendship and tea & biscuits. Visitors welcome. Call Judi on 01952 411801 for more details.

Grace Church Wellington - meets Sundays at 11am in the Wellington Library. An independent local fellowship. Visit www. gcwellington.com.

Other Areas

Ironbridge Rotary – A friendly group of men and women doing good and having fun. Members from all over the Telford area.

Join us and make a difference. For more info: ironbridgerotary@gmail.com or find us on Facebook or the internet.

Garden Club - Kynnersley Village Hall, Telford, TF6 6DX. Meet monthly, 2nd Friday of each month at 7pm, we welcome members from all around the Telford area Contact Hannah talksherlock@gmail.com 01743 341949.

The Wolverhampton Phoenix Club for the widowed - a club for both men and women who are widowed and are ready to restart their social life in a friendly supportive atmosphere. We meet the 2nd Sunday of the month at Codsall Village Hall at 7pm in the summer afternoons and 2.30pm in the winter. We have a varied program of entertainment and we also organise monthly lunches at local pubs, day trips and holidays. For more information phone Jim 01902 846696.

Age UK Lunch Clubs - are held every month at 10 different locations. Ring Age uk Telford (01952 201803) for more details or check out the website: www. ageukshropshireandtelford.org.uk IT Class (for older people) run every Wednesday 3-5pm at Brookside Community Centre. Contact Diane Douglas 01952 201803 ext 001 or diane.douglas@ ageukstw.org.uk Whist Drive - Every Fri, at Buildwas Village Hall, 7pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details.

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 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.

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 1845 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

Admaston

at Admaston House Community Centre (for further info. contact Moira Hoath on 07722 213264): Mon: Yoga (evenings) Contact Janet Evans on 01952 245983 Wed: Weight Watchers 5.30pm & 7pm Thu: Gentle seated and standing exercises for older people. 10.30-11.30am. Qualified tutor £2.50, call Diane Douglas on 01952 201803 for details.

Thu: Slimming World - 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Contact Sharon on 07775 512563

Church Aston

at Church Aston Village Hall: 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 Thu 11am Medau Movement & Dance exercise with Rosemary 01785 822442.

Dawley

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 55’s). Tue and Fri 5-6pm at Phoenix Sport & Leisure Centre, Dawley. First taster is free, membership £5 and each sesssion is £2. Please contact Peter on 01952 274657 Margaret on 019852 274535 or Keith on 506616.

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 7.3010.30pm. Call Donna on 01952 567920 Dawley Badminton Club meets on Tues 7:30-9:30pm at Holy Trinity Academy, Teece Dr, Priorslee, Telford TF2 9SF. 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 the Club Secretary on: info@dawleybadmintonclub.co.uk / www. dawleybadmintonclub.co.uk.

Slimming World (Tue 9:15am & 11:15am) at Dawley Bank Call Paula on 07791 743509 Pilates Mon 7-8pm at the Pheonix Sports Centre, Telford Langley School. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-asyou-go. Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, email: beryl.feely@gmail.com.

Mons’ - 8-10pm - The Ironmen & Severn Gilders Morris dance team – great fun, all welcome, men and ladies, at The Telford Langley School, Duce Drive, Dawley, TF4 3JS. Contact us through our website www.imsg.org.uk or e-mail secretary@imsg.org.uk 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

Donnington

Bums n Tums fitness class - at Silver Threads Hall, Donnington 6.30-7.30pm. It would suit all fitness levels and is great fun! Contact Cheryl on 07714 610591 or cheryljauncey2@gmail.com

Edgmond

Yoga, Pilates & Yogalates Classes - in the new Studio at Edgmond Village Hall, Shrewsbury Road, Edgmond, Newport, TF10 8HU. Mon: Pilates at 6pm; Wed: Yogalates at 5.30pm and Yoga at 6.30pm. Cost: £6 PAYG or £30 (£5) in advance for 6 classes. Call/text Denise on 07875 661045 or email denisepheasant@hotmail.com to book.

Hadley

Gentle Exercise (for older people) - at the Methodist Church (Hadley) 2-3pm Mondays. £2.50 per session, all abilities welcome.

Exercise Class at Hadley Community Centre (Hadley) Tue 1:00-1:45pm (for older people, but a little more physical). £2.50 per session, all abilities welcome.

Slimming World - at HLC, Hadley - 5.30pm & 7.30pm Contact Sharon on 07775 512563

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Daisy Birthing classes: Active Antenatal classes on Sat 1011:30am 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 Roger on 07955 852 534.

Gymnastics Classes - Monday to Saturday, for beginners - advanced gymnasts. Contact: 07905 956644 or email shootingstarsonline07@yahoo.com Piloxing (Boxing, Pilates & Dance) - Mon 6.30-7.30pm.

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

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 - meet Mondays during term time, 6.30-7.30pm for Juniors, 7.30-9.30pm for Adults, in Jubilee/Ford Hall at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Adults £5, Juniors £3 per week. Coaching available for all abilities. Call Louise 813924 or Don 416048.

Jackfield

Madeley

‘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

Ketley

Yoga - Wednesdays 7-8pm at Ketley Community Centre, Holyhead Road, Ketley, TF1 5AN. Friendly class, suitable for all abilities and beginners are especially welcome. £5 per class, no need to book. Contact Debbie on 07790 006815, email debbieyogaone@gmail.com or see my website: www.yogaone.co.uk 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

Clubbercise and Legs, Bums & Tums (Special deal for BOTH classes) - Tuesdays Lawley Primary School Arleston Lane TF4 2PR. All fitness levels welcome age 16+. Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim' 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 Stretch & Tone Class - Tue - Lawley Village Primary Academy - 6:30-7:30pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Zumba - Mon & Wed - Lawley Community Centre 6pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Leegomery

CJ's Dance Fit - Mon & Wed 6.30pm and Thu 9.45am & 11am at Leegomery Methodist Church, Hadley Park Road, TF1 6QG. Also an Age UK class on Thu at 1:30pm. Call 07793 777659 or email: claire.jervis74@gmail.com for more details.

Lightmoor Village

at Oak Tree Centre, Lightmoor Village: Wed: Help to Quit Smoking 5.30-6.30pm - for app’s call Rachel 07979 540496 Sat: Dance Classes 9-10.15am (7yrs+), 10.15-11am (3-6yrs)

Lilleshall

Friendly flat green bowling, based at The National Sports Centre. Come along to club afternoon sessions on Thursdays 2:30pm to 4:30 during the summer and try your hand at a new sport. Further information on the club website www.lilleshallbowls.org.uk or contact Rod on 01952 590963 or Liz on 01952 814671.

Lilleshall Trampoline Club - Tuesdays at Lilleshall National Sports Centre: (8-14 year olds) excluding school holidays - Trampoline Foundation: 6 - 7:30pm & Trampoline Development: 7:30 - 9pm. £5 a session. Contact us on 01952 603003 Lilleshall Quick Sticks Hockey - Sundays 10-10:45am (7-9 year olds) at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. £30 for 7 weeks. Contact us on 01952 603003

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 Slimming World- Jubilee House, Madeley High St, Wed at 3.30,5.30 & 7.30 and Sat 8.30 & 10.30am.

Muxton

at St John’s Church Muxton: Bumps n Babes (NCT) 12.30-2:15pm (fortnightly), sessions £1.50 Slimming World - Mon (9.30, 5.30pm & 7.30pm) contact Celia Powell 07575 123666 Wed: Over 50’s Aerobics (10am) If you would like further info. on the above activities contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

Various Fitness classes at The Body Barn in Newport, Shropshire's biggest outdoor fitness facility - see website for full details at: www.thebodybarn.co.uk or call Danny on 07894 569571.

Slimming World (Thu 9:30am, 5:30pm & 7:30pm) at Newport Cricket Club - Call Debbie on 07472 282975 Tai Chi - Gentle exercise to improve flexibility and balance, relieve stress and aid relaxation. Suitable for adults of all ages and abilities. Cosy Hall Tuesday am. Contact Dilys 01952 588838 / dilysd407@gmail.com Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Clubbercise, Box-Fit, Circuits, Kettlebells, Body Pump, Fit-Steps, Yummy-Mummy’s, Relaxation, Tone & Sculpt ALL available at Pulse Fitness The Ballroom High Street Newport. Pay As You Go Classes Available Plus Pre-Paid Class Cards. Call Nikki 07967 343728 or email nikkiwitty@ymail.com Forton Cricket Club - Fancy playing cricket, we have two senior teams, ladies team and junior teams - for more info contact Clive 01952 825447 or cliverjones1958@gmail.com Nova Utd FC based in Newport, looking for new players for 2017/18,Training Saturday mornings 9-10.30 Shuker Fields, Ages 7 to 16yrs, all abilities welcome, for more details visit our website www.novaunitedfc.co.uk Martial Arts Club (Aikido) - Aikido at Burton Borough Sch, Newport. Mondays 7-9pm - Adult classes. Contact sensei@ meijyukan.co.uk website www.meijyukan.co.uk T: 0845 678 0091 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 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 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.

A small friendly group of people meet every Friday evening from 6-7pm in Burton Borough School to play social badminton and volleyball. If you're interested please contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@hotmail.com for more information.

Women’s Circle for Spiritual Development – are you looking to connect to like-minded spiritually awake women & deepen your connection - then this group is for you. 1st Fri of month in Newport – Contact Romella 07894 812440

& Fitness Classes Meditation for Calm Classes – held every Tuesday 2-2.50pm @ Tina’s Wellness Studio, New Street, Newport, drop in for £10 or prebook 4 weeks @ £9 a class (£36) Book Romella 07894 812440 Free essential oil classes – every Mon (& other days) Learn how essential oils can support your wellbeing goals, families health needs, emotions, sleep and even be used for cleaning. Contact Romella 07894 812440

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

Oakengates

Clubbercise and Legs, Bums & Tums (Special deal for BOTH classes) - Wednesdays at St Georges Sports & Social Club TF2 9LU. All fitness levels welcome age 16+.

Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim' HIITPad Fitness 4 week Intensive Academy. Morning and Evening groups. Held at Bailang, St Gower Street Trading Estate George's, Telford. For more info and next course dates visit www.hiitpad.co.uk Karate and Self-Defence at 1st Priorslee & St. Georges Scout Hall, Snedshill Way, St. Georges on Friday's 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Family-orientated, from beginner to black belt and beyond. Adults £3 Under 16s £2.50.

Contact Zanshin-do Karate Chief Instructor Steve Lowe 6th Dan Black Belt for further information by emailing stevelowe59@blueyonder.co.uk "Koshi Wind-Chime Relaxation and Healing" Come for Healing and Relax to beautiful sounds. £5 each. St Georges & Priorslee Parish Centre. London Rd, TF2 9LJ. Every 4 wks Thu 7.30pm. Booking essential 07974 196 421 Nikki 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

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 55’s). Wed 7-8pm at Oakengates Leisure Centre. First taster is free, membership £5 and each sesssion is £2.

Please contact Peter on 01952 274657 Margaret on 019852 274535 or Keith on 506616.

Telford Fight Factory - Muay Thai, Boxing, Strength & Conditioning. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Fun, family friendly class, age 7-70yrs, Mon 6-7, Wed 7-8. Contact Stuart Whiston 07786 115899 or fb Clubbercise - Excercise in disguise. Easy to follow routines to Banging Club tunes from the 90s with L.E.D Glow Sticks. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Tue 7-8, Thu 7-8.

Contact Amanda Whiston 07780 515350 or fb Telford & Wrekin Lawn Green Bowling Club - Est 1982 at Hartshill Park - Oakengates. Club nights Thurs - starting 6pm. Competitive and social bowling against other Midlands clubs. New members welcome. Contact Roger Rowley on 01952 612574.

Slimming World (Sat - 8am & 10am) 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

Shawbirch

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

Shifnal

Swimming Lessons - Duck N Dive Limited - Baby, preschool, afterschool & adult swimming lessons across various locations in Telford & Shifnal. T: 01952 301012, Email:info@dndswim.co.uk, Web:www.dndswim.co.uk Line Dancing Classes at Shifnal Memorial Club on Tue at 7.30pm.

Meditation followed by group activity every Thu 7.309.30pm at Citizen’s Hall, Curriers Lane, Shifnal. £8pp.

Contact Norma on 01952 463876 or email Jehandra@ yahoo.com or Facebook -Jehandra Holistic Healing for more details.

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. Thu mornings at Shifnal Village Hall - Yoga 10-11am, £5 per class. 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.

DANCE class 10.30 Wed at St Andrews Youth Club Hall.

Exercises & routines for fitness & fun, over 50s, £5. More info www.shifnaldance.moonfruit.com Spaces limited so please contact Sally 01952 461768.

Pilates Mon 10-11am (starting 5th Sep) at the Trinity Methodist Church Hall. Tue 7-8pm at Kemberton Village Hall. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-as-you-go.

Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, 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 email shifnalcricketclub@ gmail.com Idsall Badminton Club meet at Idsall Sports Centre, Shifnal - Tue 7-9pm. All we ask is that you play to a reasonable standard.

St Georges

Stirchley

Total Body Tone & Clubbercise (Special deal for BOTH classes) - Mondays at Grange Park Primary School Grange Avenue, Stirchley. All fitness levels welcome age 16+. Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim'

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

Yoga - Mondays 7-8pm at Our Lady of the Rosary and St Luke Church Hall, Church Road, Trench, TF2 7HG. Friendly class suitable for all abilities and beginners are especially welcome. £5 per class, no need to book. Contact Debbie on 07790 006815, email debbieyogaone@gmail.com or see my website: www. yogaone.co.uk 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

Mindfulness and Relaxation - cultivate mindful presence and inner stillness.

Weekly workshops incorporate mindful activities, meditation and relaxation, which will enable you to rejuvenate mind, body and spirit.

Tuesday's 7 - 8pm at Wellington Methodist Church.

Session price £7. Contact Lorraine: Lorraine@affinityand-beyond.co.uk or 07898 823339 for more info or to reserve a place.

Yoga with Lynne in the Committee Room, via Wellington Library. Mon - Mixed ability 7- 8.30pm / Thu Beginners 78pm . Contact: www.yogawithlynne.org or 07506 695443 Wrekin Shotokan Karate Club, at Wrekin College Sports Hall, Wellington: Wed 6:30pm; Sat 10:30am; and at Sport TCAT Mondays 7:30 pm. Learn authentic Japanese Shotokan karate from team of black belts lead by 6th Dan, Shotokan Karate International Federation, Japan.

Contact: Tony on 07841 839372.

Severn Spokes Cycling Group - We are a small, friendly and welcoming group of cyclists who run regular, easy paced rides from Wellington through the quiet lanes of Shropshire and beyond. Contact severnspokes@gmail. com or visit www.facebook.com/severnspokes and/or our website www.severnspokes.com Telford STAGS Walking Football - Normal Football rules except NO RUNNING! We play on a Monday morning 9.45 at the 4g pitches to the rear of AFC Telford Utd. All over 55's welcome. Also summer sessions Thu at 18.45.

Contact Roy Vincent 01952 245407 for further details.

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 & Thu at The Glebe Centre, Glebe St, Wellington, 5.30 & 7.30.

Call Heather on 07737 734347 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.

Wrekin Tennis Club - Social play every Tuesday & Thursday evening starting at 7-9pm & Sunday 11am1pm. 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 (47yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 12-1pm (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 Ercall Wood Academy, Wellington. Club nights - Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact Jerry Seymour (Chairman) on 01952 261008 or email jeremy.seymour9@gmail.com Website: www.wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

Other Areas

Taoist Tai Chi Society of GB - All ages and abilities welcome. See taoist.org.uk for information and availability of classes or phone 01952 597685.

Swimming Lessons - Duck N Dive Limited - Baby, preschool, afterschool & adult swimming lessons across various locations in Telford & Shifnal. T: 01952 301012, Email:info@dndswim.co.uk, Web:www.dndswim.co.uk Dance Fit at Hollinswood every Friday 2.45pm-3.30pm, call Diane Douglas on 01952 201803 for details.

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.

To submit an entry to this feature please email your details to: fleur@inandaroundmagazine.co.uk - please put subject as CLASSES on the email.

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MOVIES

A DOGS JOURNEY

Bailey is living the good life on the Michigan farm of his “boy,” Ethan and Ethan’s wife Hannah. He even has a new playmate: Ethan and Hannah’s baby granddaughter, CJ. The problem is that CJ’s mom, Gloria, decides to take CJ away. As Bailey’s soul prepares to leave this life for a new one, he makes a promise to Ethan to find CJ and protect her at any cost.

Thus begins Bailey’s adventure through multiple lives filled with love, friendship and devotion as he, CJ, and CJ’s best friend Trent (Henry Lau) experience joy and heartbreak, music and laughter, and a few really good belly rubs.

Date: 3rd May 2019 Genre: Family Cast Members:Josh Gad, Dennis Quaid

JOHN WICK : CHAPTER THREE PARABELLUM

In this third instalment of the adrenaline-fueled action franchise, super-assassin John Wick returns with a $14 million price tag on his head and an army of bounty-hunting killers on his trail. After killing a member of the shadowy international assassin’s guild, the High Table, John Wick is excommunicado, but the world’s most ruthless hit men and women await his every turn.

Release Date: 17th May 2019 Genre: Action Cast Members: Keanu Reeves, Laurence Fishburne

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COMING SOON...

DETECTIVE PIKACHU

The story begins when ace private eye Harry Goodman goes mysteriously missing, prompting his 21-year-old son Tim to find out what happened. Aiding in the investigation is Harry’s former Pokemon partner, Detective Pikachu: a hilariously wise-cracking, adorable super-sleuth who is a puzzlement even to himself.

Finding that they are uniquely equipped to communicate with one another, Tim and Pikachu join forces on a thrilling adventure to unravel the tangled mystery.

Date: 10th May 2019 Genre: Comedy Cast Members: Ryan Reynolds

ALADDIN

Aladdin is the exciting tale of the charming street rat Aladdin, the courageous and self-determined Princess Jasmine and the Genie who may be the key to their future. A kindhearted Arabian street urchin and a power-hungry Grand Vizier vie for a magic lamp that has the power to make the deepest wishes come true.

Date: 24th May 2019 Genre: Family Cast Members: Naomi Scott, Mena Massoud, Will Smith

Please note that release dates are subject to change and some previews may be shown earlier.

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Notes from your local Ironbridge Gorge Councillor

Do You Need Help to GROW Your Business?

Harworth Group have now appointed a contractor to undertake demolition of the former Ironbridge Power Station.

On site preparations are currently being made in anticipation of demolition works proper beginning in late Spring 2019.

Advertise in the In and Around Magazine and we can help local residents find YOU!

The demolition of the site will be a two-year process and I have spoken of my preference for rail to be used in the disposal of waste to limit the use of local roads and reduce HGV movements.

From what we understand the owners of the site do not intend to retain the cooling towers and their demolition will have to be carefully considered to ensure that air, water, noise pollution is managed and mitigated against to protect our community. Further details on the future use of the site will be provided at the next public consultation for the site’s redevelopment at the end of Spring and I continue to work with our local community to ensure a positive regeneration scheme can be achieved.

The Jackfield Crossing Gates will be returned to site at the start of May this year following a campaign within our local community to ensure they are refurbished. The original gates were sadly beyond repair and are now being rebuilt using the technical drawings produced from the original gates. The care and dedication that has been put into authentically recreating the Jackfield Crossing has been truly exceptional and I would like to thank Small Woods and all the team for the fantastic work they have and continue to do to restore a piece of our history.

Cllr. Nicola Lowery (Ironbridge Gorge Ward) T: 01952 380 718 M: 07583 041 568 E: nicola.lowery@telford.gov.uk @Nic_Ironbridge

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Volunteers’ Week

1ST - 7TH JUNE

Volunteers’ Week is an annual event now lead by NCVO (The National Council for Voluntary Organisations, which marks its 100th anniversary this year). The event celebrates the contribution of millions of volunteers with hundreds of events across the UK and raises the profile of volunteering, something more important than ever in 2019.

The benefits of volunteering – for organisations People volunteer with charities and also in the private and public sectors. In 2017/18, 20.1 million (38%) people in the UK volunteered formally at least once a year and 11.8 million did so at least once a month, worth a staggering £22.6 billion a year to the economy.

Shaun Delaney, volunteering development manager at NCVO, said: “Volunteers are an integral part of our communities. In every direction you look there will be someone giving up their time for free. Many charities and community groups simply couldn’t exist without them and Volunteers’ Week is the perfect opportunity for us to give volunteers a boost, so they carry on making our communities a better place.”

The benefits of volunteering – for you The benefits of volunteering aren’t limited to the gains of the organisations. Volunteering can have a positive effect on your life too. Volunteering is great for: • Developing new skills.

• Gaining confidence and improving self-esteem.

• Giving you goals.

• Giving your day or week structure, and you something to get up or go out for.

• A less pressured introduction back into the working world after a break.

• Filling (and providing a reference for) employment gaps: showing your keenness to contribute, develop new skills and commit to something, and that you have the selfdiscipline and motivation to do something meaningful and turn up when expected.

• Offering the possibility of employment, whether through the organisation itself or through connections you make.

• Expanding your social circle, preventing loneliness, and meeting new friends.

• Knowing you’re making a difference.

Volunteering opportunities There are hundreds of volunteering opportunities and something suitable for everyone. To find a volunteering opportunity right for you, visit www.volunteersweek.org/getinvolved or the websites of charities you’d like to support (volunteering for charity isn’t limited to working in a charity shop), and check local magazines. Or try: Libraries and museums. Over 500 of the UK’s 3,800 libraries are now solely or partially operated by volunteers. Libraries are community hubs and a vital source of internet access, quite apart from free access to books, DVDs, magazines and local and genealogical records etc. Many museums also welcome (and rely on) volunteers.

Offering a room. SASH www.sash-uk.org.uk is a charity that prevents young people from becoming homeless by offering them a short-term room in a volunteer’s home.

Buddying up. If you have mental or learning disabilities, going to events by yourself can be difficult and intimidating.

The Gig Buddies Project matches these people up with volunteers, helping them access gigs and events. See www. gigbuddies.co.uk.

Food banks, Scouts, Guides, local litter-picking schemes, Health Walk leading: the choice is endless. So why not make June the month you make a difference?

by Allsion Runham

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Index of Advertisers Bathrooms A. Watson Home Improvements.............87 MKM..................................................................... 3 Regent House.................................................77 Telford Maintenance Ltd.............................85 Barbers Sirlutions.......................................................... 54 Beauty Beauty by Jude..............................................57 Elite Beauty.....................................................55 Heaven...............................................................51 Park Street Clinic...........................................53 Bedrooms Dream Bedrooms..........................................75 Bricks & Building Materials Emerys..............................................................25 Jewsons............................................................23 MKM..................................................................... 3 Builder Louka Fine Finish..........................................73 Morris Building Solutions Ltd.................. 96 CCTV Telford CCTV...................................................85 Car Sales (New/Used) Mercedes Benz of Shrewsbury.................19 Carpet, Rugs & Floor Coverings AST Floorcoverings Ltd............................. 49 Oakengates Carpets................................... 49 Peter Jones Carpets.................................... 49 Children’s Parties/Family Activities Ironbridge Museums....................................37 Chimneys Alpine............................................................... 96 Cleaning Active Cleaning............................................. 80 Shaw Clean - Tim Shaw..............................97 Shropshire Shine Services.........................83 Sutherlands Clean Carpets........................87 Councillors Local Councillors.......................................... 94 Decorating Neil Rogers......................................................85 Simon’s Décor ...............................................85 WE Dunne....................................................... 84 Doors The Door Store...............................................79 Drum Lessons Sammy Shaw..................................................97 Dry Cleaning Chelsea's of Shropshire..............................62 Education Bears Den Pre-school..................................35 Birchfield School...........................................39 Tettenhall College.........................................39 Wolverhampton Grammar School...........41 Electricians Buzz Electrical................................................83 Copelands Electrical................................... 96 Del Corley Electrical Services...................83 Entertainment / Events / Activities Hadley Park House.........................................11 Hoo Farm.........................................................37 Llangollen Int. Musical Eisteddfod............ 8 Pub in the Park................................................15 Shrewsbury Flower Festival......................24 Shrewsbury Kids Festival...........................35

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Estate Agents & Property Barker Healey................................................ 30 Nock Deighton........................................28-29

Oak Structures Louka Fine Finish..........................................73 Select Joinery.................................................75

Facial Rejuvenation Acupuncture SB Sports Clinic............................................ 44

Optician Evenett & Bishop Opticians......................97 Tim Vanes Opticians................................... 43

Farm Shop/Markets/Food Fayre Green Fields Farm Shop..............................17 Financial Services CD Financial.....................................................61 Future Perfect................................................65 Fireplaces, Fires & Stoves Alpine............................................................... 96 Grate Ideas..................................................... 99 Footcare The Foot Doctor............................................47 Telford Footcare............................................47 Garage Doors Barrett Garage Doors...................................71 Garolla Garage Doors..................................75 Garden Machinery Rea Valley Tractors.......................................27 Garden, Plants & Building Supplies Bloomsbury Nursery....................................23 Emerys..............................................................25 Jewsons............................................................23 MKM..................................................................... 3 Nobridge Nurseries......................................25 TAFS...................................................................27 Gardening/Landscaping A J Landscapes..............................................27 Gardenhand.................................................... 96 NPB Garden & Ground Maintenance.... 96 Primary Tree Care........................................ 96 Glass & Glazing Darwin Glass & Glazing...............................87 Gutter Cleaning Gutter PRO.......................................................81 Health & Fitness Body Barn....................................................... 43 Patshull Park Hotel......................................... 9 Telford Hotel & Golf Resort......................... 9 Telford Tri-Club............................................. 96 Holidays Meadow Holidays..........................................97

Oven Cleaning Active Cleaning............................................. 80 Pet Care (Dog Care, Kennels & Cattery) Dog Jogs..........................................................97 Wychwood.......................................................97 Physiotherapy & Sports Massage SB Sports Injury & Physio. Clinics.......... 44 Plumbing & Heating A. Watson Home Improvements.............87 Printing & Design I and A Print...................................................... 2 Property Maintenance CKN................................................................... 96 Morris Building Solutions Ltd.................. 96 Telford Maintenance Ltd.............................85 Recruitment Reassure............................................................. 5 Removals Jays Removals................................................32 Restaurants/Pubs/Cafes Hadley Park House.........................................11 Masala................................................................97 Patshull Park Hotel......................................... 9 Jenko's Mongolian................................... 12-13 Telford Hotel & Golf Resort......................... 9 The Barley........................................................ 10 The Bridge Inn.................................................15 The Last Inn................................................... 6-7 White House Hotel........................................17 Sewing Classes SoKaty...............................................................97 Skips/Waste Disposal Cartwrights Waste Disposal Services ......80 Solicitor Clarkes Solicitors.......................................... 69 Parry Carver Solicitors................................65 Terry Jones Solicitors..................................67

Kitchens (Supply & Fit) Dream Kitchens.............................................75 Kitchen Depot............................................. 100 R & R Kitchens................................................72 Regent House.................................................77

Tool Hire Jewsons............................................................23

Laundry Telford Laundry............................................. 66

Tree Care Holts Tree Care...............................................27 Primary Tree Care........................................ 96

Legal Services / Will Writing Clarkes Solicitors.......................................... 69 EKM Legal Services.......................................61 Parry Carver Solicitors................................65 Terry Jones Solicitors..................................67 Loft Ladders/Boarding Jakes n Ladders............................................ 70 Reveal a Space...............................................76 Log Burner Installation Alpine............................................................... 96 Logs Holts...................................................................27 Mobility Products Ableworld.........................................................63

Trains West Midland Railway..................................21

Upholstery PJ’s Re-Upholstery Services......................97 Websites Kalidescope.................................................... 69 Weddings Hadley Park House Hotel.............................11 Patshull Park Hotel......................................... 9 Telford Hotel & Golf Resort......................... 9 Windows/Doors/Conservatories APH Windows.................................................71 Daylite Windows...........................................72 R & R Services................................................79 Trotfield Windows.........................................77

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