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Welcome....

Welcome to our July edition and our 5th birthday edition for our Flintshire 2 magazine.

Thank you for all your support over the last five years.

As I write this month’s editors note, non essential shops have reopened and life is starting to get back to some sort of normality, hopefully in the coming few weeks restaurants and pubs will be allowed to open up in a safe manner.

Now more than ever our local shops and businesses need our support, so please support them the best you can. Have you used one of the local business advertising within our magazines? If so please tell us about it, we’d appreciate the feedback and we will enter your name into our competition for a chance to win

£25 cash. See page 8 for more details.

Lots going on in this month’s issue as you can see from the contents section below. If you’re anything like me you have probably watched a lot of TV during the shutdown, mostly series that have been recommended by friends and family. So we’ve come up with our favourite Netflix series of the shutdown, see pages 18-19 Congratulations to Flint Town United who were promoted to the Welsh Premier league for the first time in 22 years, see pages 30-31 £25 Cash Winner - Sam Wheeler - Kenny Daglish The South Tickets - Paul Boden - Alison Wheeler Reg, Editor Inside Flintshire Magazines

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Portmeirion

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ituated on a private peninsula overlooking stunning coastal scenery, the Italian Riviera meets rural Wales with a riot of colour and architectural styles at Portmeirion Village. Built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion is now one of Wales’ most popular tourist destinations.

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In addition to its architectural heritage, its stunning setting and sub-tropical gardens, Portmeirion has two stylish hotels, a cluster of selfcatering cottages, shops, a spa, cafes and restaurants and an authentic Italian style gelateria.

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Visitors to Portmeirion can enjoy complimentary guided walking tours with one of the friendly tour guides. They also offer a complimentary audiovisual show featuring Clough Williams-Ellis discussing how and why the village was built and a free land train tour of the Gwyllt woodlands. The Welcome Centre is open all year to help with any information, books or maps you might require.

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Portmeirion Village is well known as the location for the 1960s cult TV series The Prisoner. It comprises a cluster of colour-washed buildings around a central piazza, scenic surroundings and extensive woodlands, two hotels, historic cottages, gift shops, spa & award winning restaurants.

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Keeping your DOG SAFE this SUMMER...

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Sunshine, longer days and warmer weather makes us more active with our pet, as we make the most of our time outdoors before cooler weather looms.

With summer here and with even more heatwaves to come, dog owners do anything they can to make sure their pooch is cool and comfortable and sometimes forget it’s important to take care of themselves in the summer months, too.

HERE ARE A FEW TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER SELF-CARE AS A DOG OWNER. YOU NEED WATER, TOO While out on a walk you might have packed a bottle of water for your dog or taken a route that passes the local river so that your dog can go for a cooling dip but don’t forget that water is important for you, too.

Our body loses a lot more fluids in the summer so it’s important to make sure we replace the lost H2O to stay fit and healthy.

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SUN CREAM While we always remember to

lather our kids with sunscreen, it’s just as important as adults and can drastically decrease your risk of developing skin cancer.

Even when the sun is hiding behind the clouds on a grey summer’s day just remember that up to 80 per cent of its rays can still pass through.

IT’S OKAY NOT TO GO OUT If it’s just too hot outside for you and your dog, then it’s okay to stay indoors. Don’t feel bad for taking a day away from the sun, your dog will probably appreciate it too. It might be the perfect opportunity to introduce some new games.

GET AN INDOOR FAN Our houses are full of windows which is perfect for letting the daylight in and light up our space. But this also means that our rooms can get uncomfortably hot, and sometimes it may not be possible to open the windows if you have a mischievous dog or young puppy.

Indoor fans are relatively inexpensive and mean that

you can stay inside and enjoy a cool environment without getting hot and bothered, and not have to worry about your pet escaping.

BUY A PADDLING POOL When it’s hot there’s nothing better than dipping your feet in cold water so why not buy a paddling pool that you and your dog can enjoy. There are plenty of different dogfriendly pools out there these days, from rigid plastic ones to collapsible or foldable tubs to save on space when the sun goes into hiding again in winter.

OTHER PEOPLE’S DOGS It’s not just you making the most of the weather with your dog, all the other owners are too! Which means there are more dogs out-and-about during the summertime and it’s likely there will be interactions between them and you.

While most dogs are relatively well-behaved with humans, other dogs or children can get them excitable or aggressive and sometimes this can turn into a fight or brawl.

Learn how to spot the signs of aggression or excitement in dogs, and the best ways of dealing with them and defusing a situation.

Taking care of yourself will ensure that the best you can look after your dog and you’ll both stay safe this summer.

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ituated on a private peninsula overlooking stunning coastal scenery, the Italian Riviera meets rural Wales with a riot of colour and architectural styles at Portmeirion Village. Built by Sir Clough Williams-Ellis, Portmeirion is now one of Wales’ most popular tourist destinations.

In addition to its architectural heritage, its stunning setting and sub-tropical gardens, Portmeirion has two stylish hotels, a cluster of selfcatering cottages, shops, a spa, cafes and restaurants and an authentic Italian style gelateria.

Portmeirion was created by Welsh architect Clough Williams-Ellis from 1925 to 1976. He wanted to show how a naturally beautiful site could be developed without spoiling it. Today Portmeirion is one of Wales' premier visitor

attractions, welcoming over 200,000 visitors every year.

Visitors to Portmeirion can enjoy complimentary guided walking tours with one of the friendly tour guides. They also oer a complimentary audiovisual show featuring Clough Williams-Ellis discussing how and why the village was built and a free land train tour of the Gwyllt woodlands. The Welcome Centre is open all year to help with any information, books or maps you might require.

Portmeirion Village is well known as the location for the 1960s cult TV series The Prisoner. It comprises a cluster of colour-washed buildings around a central piazza, scenic surroundings and extensive woodlands, two hotels, historic cottages, gift shops, spa & award winning restaurants.

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e come alive over summertime!

Sunshine, longer days and warmer weather makes us more active with our pet, as we make the most of our time outdoors before cooler weather looms.

With summer here and with even more heatwaves to come, dog owners do anything they can to make sure their pooch is cool and comfortable and sometimes forget it’s important to take care of themselves in the summer months, too.

HERE ARE A FEW TOP TIPS FOR SUMMER SELF-CARE AS A DOG OWNER. YOU NEED WATER, TOO While out on a walk you might have packed a bottle of water for your dog or taken a route that passes the local river so that your dog can go for a cooling dip but don’t forget that water is important for you, too.

Our body loses a lot more fluids in the summer so it’s important to make sure we replace the lost H2O to stay fit and healthy.

SUN CREAM While we always remember to

lather our kids with sunscreen, it’s just as important as adults and can drastically decrease your risk of developing skin cancer.

Even when the sun is hiding behind the clouds on a grey summer’s day just remember that up to 80 per cent of its rays can still pass through.

IT’S OKAY NOT TO GO OUT If it’s just too hot outside for you and your dog, then it’s okay to stay indoors. Don’t feel bad for taking a day away from the sun, your dog will probably appreciate it too. It might be the perfect opportunity to introduce some new games.

GET AN INDOOR FAN Our houses are full of windows which is perfect for letting the daylight in and light up our space. But this also means that our rooms can get uncomfortably hot, and sometimes it may not be possible to open the windows if you have a mischievous dog or young puppy.

Indoor fans are relatively inexpensive and mean that

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BUY A PADDLING POOL When it’s hot there’s nothing better than dipping your feet in cold water so why not buy a paddling pool that you and your dog can enjoy. There are plenty of different dogfriendly pools out there these days, from rigid plastic ones to collapsible or foldable tubs to save on space when the sun goes into hiding again in winter.

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While most dogs are relatively well-behaved with humans, other dogs or children can get them excitable or aggressive and sometimes this can turn into a fight or brawl.

Learn how to spot the signs of aggression or excitement in dogs, and the best ways of dealing with them and defusing a situation.

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This year’s Solihull Summer Fest has been rescheduled for 2021 due to the Covid-19 pandemic.

The majority of the acts have already confirmed that they want to be part of next year’s event on the 24-25 July 2021 – including Kool & The Gang, Shaggy, Tony Hadley, Belinda Carlisle, Shalamar, SNAP!, The Brand New Heavies, Bad Manners and The Blow Monkeys.

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All 2020 tickets have automatically transferred to 2021 with immediate effect. Anyone who has purchased tickets to date will receive a complimentary Drink Voucher to use at the rescheduled event.

“We hope this gesture goes some way to show our appreciation for how amazing and supportive everyone has been, not just during this difficult time, but throughout our five years of building Solihull Summer Fest.” said

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“A refund option will also be available and an email to all online ticket holders will be going out on Friday 22nd May, 2020.

“Thank you for your support and patience whilst we work through all this. We know there will be lots of questions and we hope to address them as soon as possible. We can look forward to good times together and encourage everyone to stay safe, remain positive and please take care of each other. “

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Holidays Nine extraordinary places to stay in the UK

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ith the continued uncertainty about overseas holidays we’ve come up with nine extraordinary places to stay for a holiday in the UK.

Inside out cabin North Cornwall Sleeps 6 | From £235 a night With folding walls that slide upwards and a large outdoor deck, the Danish Cabin, on the coast near Tintagel, aims to make the most of the surrounding wilderness. The wooden structure sits on stilts above a stream, in a private forest less than two miles from the beach. Sleeping six in two bunks and two fold-out beds, it also has hanging wicker egg chairs, a composting toilet and a firepit. It’s on an off-grid campsite, and there’s a larger shared kitchen, a bar, wood-fired hot tubs, breakfast packages to order and hot showers.

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Sleeps 2 | From £100 a night Hinterlandes, an American Community bus with a VW van welded to the top, may well be the most unusual entry on this list. The van is continually relocated

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to wild sites around the Lake District – and guests are given the secret locations via the what3words app. It has a marbleclad shower, kitchenette, woodburner, firepit and wood-fired hot tub. A roving, trailer-mounted cabin is launching in spring. Bikes are available for hire. on stilts above a stream.

Airship pod West Sussex Sleeps 3 | From £130 a night A spaceship has landed near Billingshurst in West Sussex. The Sussex Airship is a retro sci-fi-style structure that looks like a spacecraft parked in private woodland in the village of Haven. It sleeps three in one double and one single sofa bed, and has a small kitchen, bathroom, barbecue area and views across surrounding meadows from the portholes and floor-to-ceiling windshield. Bushcraft sessions are offered on site, and the hills, heathland, towns and villages of the South Downs national park are a short drive away.

Baroque tower Manchester Rooms 270 | From £95 room only The 1895 baroque-style tower of the Kimpton Clocktower Hotel (formerly the Principal) looms over the city centre. The

Grade-II listed building was once the headquarters of the Refuge Assurance Company, then various hotels, and after extensive renovation it became the Principal in 2016. Unattractive 1990s additions have been removed, and original mouldings and stained-glass windows have been restored. The winter garden room’s soaring, domed atrium is a showstopper, part of the Refuge bar and dining room, run by DJs-turnedrestaurateurs Luke Cowdrey and Justin Crawford.

Keep on trucking Pows Sleeps 2 | From £90 a night Pantechnicon Powys is a former removals van in Mid Wales that is now a hillside retreat sitting among lavender beds. The side of the vehicle was cut out to make the entrance and recycled into a table top. The space is compact, with a cabin bed, small kitchen and a seating area, and large double doors opening onto the deck. From here, there are views across the farm, which was Wales’s first producer of lavender oil.

Outside, there’s a firebowl, a tree swing and swimming pond for a dip in summer after hiking nearby uplands of Mynydd Epynt or around the Brecon Beacons.

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Holy retreat Northumberland Sleeps 8 | From £118 a night The 19th-century Greystead Old Church, on a riverbank in the North Tyne Valley, west of the village of Bellingham, was converted into a holiday home in 2013.

Many of the Grade-II listed building’s original features have been retained and restored, including a Victorian stainedglass window, Georgian panelling, stone lancet windows and the flagstone floor.

Covering two-thirds of the former nave is a first-floor mezzanine with openplan kitchen-dining space. Downstairs, where the altar once stood, there’s a living room with a woodburner and four bedrooms, one with an original fireplace.

It’s a short drive to Kielder Water & Forest Park, and Hadrian’s Wall.

made cosy by wool throws, splashes of yellow and a woodburner. Made from local, sustainable materials, with a composting toilet, it’s on the Minginish peninsula in the island’s south-west, handy for walks and climbs in the nearby Cuillin mountain range and on the coast around Talisiker and Fiscavaig Bay.

walk the Saxon Shore Way, which runs through the nearby village of Stone-inOxney, home to the Ferry Inn. Tenterden, Rye and the beach at Camber Sands are all within easy reach too.

Holy retreat: Northumberland

Shepherd’s hut Romney Marsh, Kent Sleeps 2 | From £299 for three nights Romney Marsh is dotted with the remnants of small brick “lookers” – shelters used by shepherds in the 18th and 19th centuries. Now one of them, The Lookers Legacy, has been transformed into a stylish hideaway for two with a timber extension and

Airship pod: West Sussex

Captain’s Table Hampshire

Corrugated eco-house Isle of Skye

Sleeps 2 | From £82 a night A compact shipping container-esque modern cabin on the shore of Loch Bracadale, Fiscavaig Studio has a corrugated iron-panelled exterior and a timber and woodchip board interior

views across the neighbouring vineyard.

Inside there are the usual trappings of the modern retreat – woodburner, bare brick, fur throws, hot tub – but it’s the setting that makes it special. It stands on its own in a grassy field, surrounded by green and pleasant countryside and surrounding fields. Guests could

Sleeps 3 | From £86 a night Architects Alice and Henning Stummel appeared on Channel 4’s Grand Designs with their London home (the Tin House, shortlisted for RIBA House of the Year).

Their repurposed Boat Shed in Royal Lymington Yacht Club dinghy yard is close to the busy harbour, but this little, shingle-clad retreat is on a quiet road and has a private garden. The ground floor has a queen-size sofa bed, a small kitchen and dining table, and another single bed on the mezzanine (suitable for older children). There’s a woodburner (but no wifi or TV) and plenty to explore nearby, including the Sea Water Baths in Lymington, the Sea Wall Coastal Walk and the New Forest – less than 10 minutes away by train.

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he lockdown has meant that we’ve all found ourselves with more time on our hands - and that means more time to dive into what Netflix has to offer and discover your next TV bingewatch.

Netflix adds new original series and old favourites (and, yes, sometimes takes them away again) at a rate that is frankly

dizzying, but here are seven series showing now that are sure to keep you entertained this month... and beyond!

Ozark

3 seasons Starring: Jason Bateman,Laura Linney, Sofia Hublitz Creators: Bill Dubuque, Mark Williams Compared by many to Breaking Bad, the story centres around Marty Byrd

(Jason Bateman) and his wife Wendy (Laura Linney), daughter Charlotte (Sophia Hublitz) and son Jonah (Skylar Gaertner) as they are forced to go on the run from Chicago to the Ozark lakes in Missouri after Marty’s money-laundering operation for a drug gang goes wrong and their lives are in imminent danger.

But things just get more complicated as they find themselves instantly embroiled in a strange and brutal world they don’t understand – and quickly learn that your problems have a habit of catching up with you and that secrets are harder to keep than you think.

Tiger King: Murder, Mayhem and Madness 1 season The story centres around Joe Exotic, a big-cat owner who has had lions, tigers and many, many other animals in his GW Zoo, Oklahoma.

Ozark

Exotic is a colourful man who, aside from having multiple husbands, became fixated with the “thorn in his side”, animal rights activist Carole Baskin.

Carole tried multiple times to shut down GW Zoo, believing Exotic’s actions to be troublesome. But in a way of firing back, Exotic claimed she killed her own husband and fed him to her own collection of wild cats – a claim she vehemently denies.

If that doesn’t sound completely insane already, be assured Tiger King gets a lot stranger.

Tiger King

Money Heist 4 seasons Starring: Úrsula Corberó, Álvaro Morte, Itziar Ituño Creator: Álex Pina Money Heist - better known as La Casa de Papel in its native Spain - is not only the most-watched non-English show on Netflix, but one of the most-watched series overall on the streaming service.

The crime drama, which follows a crack team of thieves assembled by “The Professor”, sees the gang attempt to walk away with billions of euros after a daring heist on the Royal Mint in Spain.

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There are four seasons of Money Heist to watch, so why not see what all the fuss is about?

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After Life 2 seasons Starring: Ricky Gervais, Tom Basden, Tony Way Creator: Ricky Gervais Regarded by many as some of Ricky Gervais’ finest TV work since Extras, After Life is - as you would expect from Gervais - a very awkward and at times quite troubling comedy which follows the story of Tony, whose life is turned upside down after his wife dies of cancer. Contemplating suicide, he decides instead to take his misery out on the rest of the world by saying and doing whatever he likes.

After Life The Last Dance

It’s a lot funnier than it sounds, and the second season recently arrived on Netflix – so fill your boots (and be prepared for a bit of bad language).

The Last Dance 1 season Starring: Michael Jordan, Scottie Pippen, Dennis Rodman You have heard of Michael Jordan.

You know Michael Jordan. It’s Michael Jordan. But do you actually know Michael Jordan?

The cultural impact of the basketball titan is splashed across the globe. The brand, the iconic Jumpman logo is stamped onto every Nike product - from shoes to football shirts – that image is pressed into our mind.

If you grew up watching Jordan in action, The Last Dance will be a solid nostalgia trip for you, a sporting fix designed to evoke the romanticism of sport in the 90s. If Jordan’s meaning to you has been limited to a silhouette designed to sell shoes and shirts, The Last Dance is your chance to learn the legend for yourself.

Dead To Me

Dead To Me 2 seasons Starring: Christina Applegate, Linda Cardellini, James Marsden Creator: Liz Feldman Christina Applegate puts in a careerbest performance in this brilliant black comedy from writer Liz Feldman, which became the must-see, mosttalked-about Netflix show when it first appeared last year.

After losing her husband in a hit-andrun accident, Jen (against her better judgement) attends a group grief counselling session and begrudgingly starts talking to Judy. They bond over mutual loss and quickly become firm friends, turning to each other in their darkest hours. However, one of the women is guarding a terrible secret that threatens to upend their friendship and derail both of their lives entirely.

The Last Kingdom The Last Kingdom 4 seasons Starring: Alexander Dreymon, Emily Cox, David Dawson You might remember seeing the first two series of The Last Kingdom - which is based on the Saxon Stories novels by Sharpe creator Bernard Cornwell - on the BBC, but the show switched hands to Netflix for season three.

Set in the 9th-century AD, the show tells the story of rugged hero Uhtred son of Uhtred, a Saxon boy who is brought up

by Danes, after they capture him and decide to raise him as their own.

Of course this leads to split loyalties and Uhtred is eventually accused of killing his adoptive father, forcing him to flee to another kingdom.

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RECIPE Reggae reggae nachos

These nachos are a great crowd-pleaser - perfect for sharing with friends over a cocktail.

Ingredients l 2 tsp olive oil. l 1 red onion, diced. l ½ Scotch bonnet chilli, deseeded and finely chopped. l 400g can chopped tomatoes. l ½ x 295g bottle Levi Roots Love Apple Tomato sauce or tomato sauce with a good splash of Tabasco. l ½ tsp allspice. l 2 x 200g bags tortilla chips. l 200g jar sliced jalapeno chillis. l 2 x 125g balls mozzarella, torn. l Small handful coriander, chopped.

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l 230g tub fresh guacamole. l ½ x 300ml pot soured cream.

Step by step 1 Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Heat the oil in a frying pan, then soften the onion and chilli for a few mins. Stir in the tomatoes, tomato sauce and allspice. Bubble for 1 min, then remove from the heat.

2 Take a large ovenproof dish or plate and pile on the tortilla chips. Cover with the tomato sauce, then sprinkle with the sliced jalapeños and mozzarella.

3 Place in oven for about 15 mins until cheese is melted. Scatter with coriander. Serve with guacamole and soured cream on the side.

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Serves: 4

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Mercedes-AMG A45, has been discussed deep within Volkswagen’s Wolfsburg head office, with boss Herbert Diess reported to be a personal proponent of the project.

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hatch halo have been circulating for months, the car is yet to get the crucial management sign-off. That means it’s not in the mid-term product plan and, even if given the green light, it won’t appear until at least 2023.

Another marketing-friendly option could be a 2024 launch to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic GTI. Chassis tweaks would naturally run to stiffer suspension and, according to our spies, a wider track, something that would necessitate bespoke wheel arches to keep everything in check – and pump up the aesthetics. It would also create a distinct look from the GTI and R models, which would continue to account for the bulk of hot Golf sales.

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Volkswagen executives initially considered employing Audi’s potent and characterful 394bhp five-cylinder turbo as the powerplant for a Pluspowered Golf, but that plan has been killed off. Instead, it would be up to the familiar 2.0-litre blown four-pot to carry the Golf to a new level of performance, but what form it takes has apparently not been decided.

While a heftier turbo and strengthened internals could theoretically hit the 400bhp-plus target, another option understood to be on the table involves electrification. That would leave an electric motor to provide something

It makes sense given Volkswagen’s performance direction too. The recently unveiled Touareg R utilises the 456bhp plug-in hybrid drivetrain from Porsche’s Cayenne E-Hybrid.

group would need to utilise such a set-up to ensure its viability. There’s also the issue of weight. Throw in batteries and there’s the obvious issue of adding hundreds of kilograms to the car, which would trade off its agility.

On the other hand, electric motors also allow different thinking on the drivetrain front. Rather than run driveshafts to the rear, Volkswagen could use the same approach as other all-wheeldrive hybrids – and the GTI Worthersee concept from 2017 – that leave the petrol engine powering the front axle while electric motors take care of the rear drive.

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with bi-folding doors, which open out to the front of your bar to let the sunshine in. Another option would be to add an overhang to the exterior, meaning you can come out and sit in the shade as you quench your thirst.

If you’re looking for something with a little more substance, you could opt for a sheltered beach-style bar. These are brilliant for smaller gardens and look amazing on the corner of your patio or tucked away in an unused nook at the end of the lawn.

A bar like this takes a good measure of planning and elbow grease. For support, you will need to dig a foundation, fill with hardcore and compact. The decking base goes on top of this, then the frame is built and the roof and sides added. That’s all before you even think about adding the actual bar and other decorative features. Don’t worry though, it’s a straightforward job once you have the planning right. Enlist the help of a friend and you’ll be rocking your tiki

The beauty of a shed pub is that you can sit back and relax with your drink even when it’s pouring rain outside.

However, this also means that you are stuck indoors when weather is glorious, which goes against the entire nature of a garden bar. This can be counteracted

Building a shed pub is a long-term commitment. This is an ideal project for shed aficionados, something you can keep upgrading and adding to as time goes by. For an easier option, you could always buy a pre-built shed and fit the bar yourself. This leaves you with the control and freedom over the interior design, and you can get stuck straight in without the boring initial legwork.

Whether you go for the basic option or decide to go the whole hog with shed pub, you are guaranteed that your bar will become the social hub of your garden. May you enjoy many years of shedded bliss. Cheers!

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YOUR STARS Aries

(March 21 - April 19)

This could be a tricky period where you will struggle with work and with changes in your work circumstances.

You might well seek advice from your seniors and you would be advised to listen very carefully to what they have to say. If you ignore this advice you are likely to feel even more bewildered.

Taurus

(April 20 - May 20)

Gemini

(May 21 - June 20)

Cancer

(June 21 - July 22)

What a lovely time for romance! Taureans could find themselves falling easily and effortlessly in love. For those less impressionable, there could be an opportunity to rekindle things with an old flame who turns up out of the blue. This period could allow an opportunity for a trip down memory lane.

You could feel the need to slow down, since the pace of your life and career has become very fast of late. You may recognise the signs that it’s time to take a break and chill out. The best solution would be to take some time away from it all, so now’s the perfect opportunity to have some valuable time to yourself.

You will be in a positive frame of mind this month and your focus is likely to be on the persona you project to other people. If you dissect your past mistakes you could easily make amends for any indiscretions. It is well within your capabilities to improve your sense of well-being and correct past errors.

Leo

(July 23 - August 22)

This is a period where your family is likely to need your attention more than ever. A younger member of the family could need some help and support. You could find that you lose your temper more easily over trivial things. Try to remain calm and rational at all times

Virgo

(August 23 - September 22)

Your finances are likely to be in spectacular order and, as a result of this, personal relationships will benefit and your own inner peace and harmony will be restored. You will feel extremely positive and optimistic for the future. People will be drawn to you for your good humour and sensible advice.

Libra (September 23 - October 22)

You may find yourself questioning things and going over and over the same ground. There could be some confusion over what course of action to take. It is probably best to take time out to consider it rationally rather than making a rash decision. A work colleague may say some odd things which you will dwell on.

Scorpio

(October 23 - November 21)

Your friends and family will need you in the coming weeks. The likelihood is that you will need them too. This Horoscope period is set to be a relaxing one. It’s a time to enjoy yourself, relax. and not feel guilty about it. It is a time to de-stress – you will notice the difference in your mood and, more importantly, your family will too.

Sagittarius

(November 22 - December 21)

If you have been puzzling over what you really want out of life and pondering on events out of your control, your mind should feel less anxious and you will gain some of the clarity which you have been searching for.

Certainly, you will feel more optimistic about your position in life and proud of your achievements.

Capricorn

(December 22 - January 19)

Try to be as determined and as focused as you can during this period. There may be deadlines which need to be met as well as promises which have to be kept. Your criteria for success could be based on a balanced approach, so allow yourself sufficient time to accomplish any tasks that may lie ahead.

Aquarius

(January 20 - February 18)

Try not to make any foolhardy financial decisions. You might be attracted to an investment proposition, but be sure to do your research before you sign anything. Think twice before you part with any of your hard-earned cash. The July Horoscope for Aquarians warns that extreme caution is needed. Only fools rush in!

Pisces

(February 19 - March 20)

This is the perfect time to start a detox programme and get yourself back into shape, your Pisces portents suggest. This is the ideal time for getting yourself back on track. I would strongly suggest that you maintain a regular exercise routine so that you remain tuned to your physicality as well as your mentality.

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IN THIS MONTH 2005: London terrorist attacks On July 7, Four Islamic terrorists separately detonated three homemade bombs in quick succession aboard London Underground trains across the city and, later, a fourth on a doubledecker bus in Tavistock Square.The train bombings occurred on the Circle line near Aldgate and at Edgware Road, and on the Piccadilly line near Russell Square.

Apart from the bombers, 52 UK residents (18 different nationalities) were killed and more than 700 were injured in the attacks, making it Britain’s deadliest terrorist incident since the 1988 bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 near Lockerbie, Scotland, and England’s deadliest since World War II, as well as the country’s first Islamist suicide attack.

1954: Rationing ends in UK Fourteen years of food rationing in Britain ended at midnight on July 4, 1954 (nine years after the end of World War II), when restrictions on the sale and purchase of meat and bacon were lifted.

1997: Versace murdered On July 15, renowned Italian fashion designer Gianni Versace was shot on the steps of his Miami Beach mansion

by Andrew Cunanan, a serial killer who had earlier murdered four other men. Cunanan committed suicide on a houseboat eight days after Versace’s murder.

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Cunanan was obsessed with the designer and often bragged about his close “friendship” with Versace, although this was symptomatic of Cunanan’s delusions of grandeur: he often falsely claimed to have met celebrities. However, FBI agents believe that Versace and Cunanan had previously met in San Francisco, although what their relationship entailed is still a mystery

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Restrictions were gradually lifted three years after war had ended, starting with flour in 1948, followed by clothes in 1949, petrol in 1950 and butter in early 1954.

Called “the world’s most famous sheep”, Dolly died from a progressive lung disease five months before her seventh birthday. The disease was not considered related to her being a clone.

2005: Live 8 On July 2, a string of benefit concerts took place in the G8 states and in South Africa. They were timed to precede the G8 conference in Gleneagles. Run in support of the UK’s Make Poverty History campaign and the Global Call to Action Against Poverty, ten simultaneous concerts were held on July 2 and one on July 6. On July 7, the G8 leaders pledged to double 2004 levels of aid to poor nations from US$25 billion to US$50 billion by 2010.

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On July 5, Dolly, a female domestic sheep, became the first mammal cloned from an adult somatic cell, using the process of nuclear transfer.

Dolly was cloned by Keith Campbell, Ian Wilmut and colleagues at the Roslin Institute, University of Edinburgh. The cell used as the donor for the cloning of Dolly was taken from a mammary gland, and the production of a healthy clone therefore proved that a cell taken from a specific part of the body could recreate a whole individual.

Food rationing had begun on January 8, 1940, four months after the outbreak of war. Limits were imposed on the sale of bacon, butter and sugar. Then, on March 11, all meat was rationed.

More than 1,000 musicians - including Paul McCartney, Madonna, Stevie Wonder, Pink Floyd and Coldplay performed at the concerts, which were broadcast on 182 television networks and 2,000 radio networks.

1996: First animal cloning

1976: ‘Son of Sam’ killings On July 29, David Berkowitz, the socalled ‘Son of Sam’, pulled a gun from a paper bag and fired five shots at Donna Lauria and Jody Valenti of the Bronx while they are sitting in a car. Lauria died and Valenti was seriously wounded in the first in a series of shootings by the serial killer, who terrorised New York City over the course of the next year.

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After his eventual arrest in August, 1977, Berkowitz pleaded guilty to eight separate shooting attacks that began in New York City during the summer of 1976. He is currently serving six consecutive life sentences.

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