AsValentine’s Day approaches, February is the perfect time to show appreciation for the special people in our lives – and that includes the people in our community. If you’ve always used the same independent shop, why not stop and chat with the owner this month? Get to know them, their aspirations and hopes for the community. Trust us, doing a good deed as simple as stopping for a chat can really make someone’s day. We’re sharing ‘random acts of kindness’ suggestions on our Instagram stories every Wednesday for the rest of the year – why not give us a follow @lifeinmags for some great inspiration?
In this month’s edition, we’ve got the usual community news and What’s On events as well as some great lifestyle reads. In the meantime, why not try our puzzle page for the chance to win a pair of tickets to an upcoming show at Bromley’s Churchill Theatre? Or you could write in to us at hello@ lifeinmagazines.co.uk (positive news or comments please!) for the chance to win a £15 shopping gift card. It’s over to you…
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What’s your favourite way to spend a Sunday afternoon?
Keep your eyes on our social media stories on Facebook and Instagram @lifeinmags to take part in our questions.
Just recently we...
Spending time with family and friends (22%)
Catching up on errands or chores (22%)
Met with our wonderful resident historian and author, Pam Preedy, who kindly donated a signed copy of her book (read Pam’s latest article on the History page)
Relaxing at home with a good book or movie (56%)
Got together with Air Search at their AGM at Rochester Airport – Lauretta is pictured with John (far left) and Captain Peter Adams.
Turn on the light
An overwhelming sense of sadness
A heaviness of heart
Detached from the world around me
My life broken in jagged parts
Drifting along with no direction
The wilderness closing in
Feelings of loss and isolation
Drowning in sorrow from my sins
The madness in my very soul
Disturbs my sleep at night
Judged, condemned and now defeated
I’m exposed and full of fright
The days are long and fractured
No peace can lie within
Such anguish erupts inside of me
My life spinning in the wind
Stand back and breath I say to thee
And allow yourself to be
Turn on the light and look again
What is it you now see?
by MAURA KELLY
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History
Norman Park
by PAM PREEDY
Take the lift to the top floor of Bromley Central Library and look out over Bromley –you will see how green our town is. As we all know, the Bromley Borough is a good place to live, with lots of places to meet friends. I like to go to Norman Park but I had always wondered whether the park was named after one of the Norman family because in a moment of public-spirited generosity he had given the 65 acres of park land to Bromley Council. Perhaps the Norman family had come across with William the Conqueror and was mentioned in the Domesday Book. I was wrong on both counts: Domesday (1087) presents a picture of Bromley as ‘a straggling and rather miserable place with no signs of a commodious far less of a cultured, existence – a handful of rude peasantry in their necessities, their monotony, and their routine not far removed from the animals which they tended or from the earth on which they extended their daily toil…but rather more advanced than the generality of similar manors.’ The land was owned by the Lord of the Manor, the Bishop of Rochester 1 .
In the 18th century common land was a system of land ownership where commoners had traditional rights to use it. They could feed their livestock such as horses, sheep and cows on pasture; They could take wood, bracken, heather and other undergrowth (Estovers). Turbary was the right to dig peat or turf for fuel. Piscary was the right to fish in lakes or streams. The right of the soil allowed the peasants to take minerals, stone, gravel or sand and the right of pannage to graze pigs on beech mast and acorns.
And so it might have continued, but on 6th April 1764 The Enclosure Acts came into force. With a rising population, the aim was to change wasteful methods of cultivation to provide more food for people. In 1821, by act of Parliament, the whole of Bromley Common was enclosed. As a result, the Lord of the Manor, the Bishop of Rochester, gave up his manorial rights and retained the rights of the ‘Common, commonable and waste land’2. George Norman (1752–1836) was a resolute opponent, but at last yielded with reluctance. Bromley Common and the Scrubs and land around could now be bought and sold.
James Norman Esquire (1716-1787) had made a fortune in the timber trade. In 1755 he leased the Rookery for £120 per annum and later purchased it for £2,2000 and renovated and extended it. When he went to work in London, he rode on horseback and was armed and accompanied by an armed servant; his daughter had been robbed by footpads on Chislehurst Hill. Nearly 200 years later (1946) it was destroyed by fire. As part of the ‘Green Belt’ no houses could be built there. Ultimately it became Bromley College of Further and Higher Education.
In 1825 his son, George Norman (1756–1830) bought Oakley House for £20,000. Over the years land was acquired to add to the estate, including purchases and exchanges made after the enclosure of Bromley Common (1821). The land holdings of the Norman family came to dominate Bromley. The Norman family had large families. George Warde Norman (1793-1882), the successor to George, remained in the timber trade, but was a renowned financier, becoming the English director of the Bank of England. He wrote books on finance and was very busy as a magistrate. He had his hand in many pies, including becoming a fine amateur cricketer.
Archibald Cameron Norman (1863–1948) sold 56 hectares to Bromley Council for £24,000. It was named Norman Park with two entrances – one in Hayes Lane and one, Hook Farm Lane, on the Bromley Common side in 1934. It is crossed by the Ravensbourne River and is popular with dog walkers, joggers, walkers, cyclists, footballers and children.
1 E L S Horsburgh, Bromley; From earliest times to the present century.
2 Ibid, p. 215
Pam Preedy
Norman Park
12 days of Giftmas winner!
A HUGE congratulations to Andrew Beale who was the lucky winner of our 12 Days of Giftmas, winning over £400 worth of prizes.
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Charity spotlight
Name: Bromley and Croydon Women’s Aid
Location: Bromley
What service do you provide? We provide a range of services to support survivors of domestic abuse to live safe independent lives, free from abuse. These include safe accommodation, outreach, Independent Domestic Violence Advocate service (IDVA), child therapeutic services, in-house counselling, a specialist programme for ethnically diverse women and those with no recourse to public funds, peer support groups and a young people’s service.
Who is it available to? We mainly support women and children but will signpost anyone who reaches out to us to the appropriate services.
How are you funded? • Statutory • Rental Income • Grants and Donations
Do you accept donations? Yes, we accept monetary and in-kind donations – a list of what we need can be found here.
Do you run any events? Yes, keep an eye out via our social media, or sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date! Instagram: @bromleycroydonwa
Are you looking for volunteers? Yes.
Roving reporters wanted!
Meet Ellie Morgan! She’s one of our ‘Roving Reporters’ at Life In… Magazines. Would you like to join the fun? If you’re either…
• social media scroller with a knack for finding uplifting stories
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We want to hear from you! Help us highlight the best of Bromley by sharing these gems with us. Your discoveries could make it into this magazine, helping spreading positivity across the borough! Drop us an email at hello@lifeinmagazines.co.uk with links, screenshots or details about the stories you’ve found or heard about. Let’s celebrate the good together!
How else can people help? You can raise awareness by sharing our campaigns and info, which you can find on our website and social media.
Contact details for the public: Email: info@bcwa.org.uk Phone: 020 8313 9303 (Monday – Friday 9:00 – 16:30) Website: https://bcwa.org.uk/
Any other information you think is worth knowing: Social Media links: X, Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram Bromley & Croydon Women’s Aid (BCWA) is a domestic abuse charity and a registered social housing provider. Started by volunteers in 1975, community is at the core of BCWA's values. We aim to empower anyone suffering domestic abuse so they can make informed choices about their future. Our services are confidential, non-judgmental and respectful of diversity. BCWA has been recognised for the quality of work that we provide through a number of accreditations, including the Women’s Aid Quality mark. This quality mark confirms the high standards of our work in relation to safety, security and dignity of survivors of abuse, their rights to access services and for the sustainability and leadership of the organisation. Furthermore, in March 2022, BCWA was announced as one of the ten winners of the 2022 GSK Impact Award, recognising the work of our charity to promote health and wellbeing in our local community. Most recently, BCWA was awarded a 2023 London Homelessness Award for our project housing women with no recourse to public funds.
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Bromley Community Land Trust
The Bromley Community Land Trust is a new housing organisation in Bromley. Community Land Trusts acquire land to provide permanently lowcost accommodation to rent or to buy. Residents can join for £1 to determine how their local clt should be run. There are over 548 community land trusts in England and Wales. See www.communitylandtrusts.org.uk for more information. To find out more email bromleycommunitylandtrust@gmail.com.
Holiday hacks for 2025
To make the most of your annual leave in the UK for 2025, the goal is to strategically book days off around bank holidays to extend your breaks. Here’s how:
April
Good Friday: Friday 18th April.
Easter Monday: Monday, 21st April.
Hack: Take Tuesday, 22nd to Friday, 25th April off, giving you 10 days off (from 18th to 27th April) by only using 4 days of leave.
May
Early May Bank Holiday: Monday 5th May.
Hack: Take Tuesday, 6th to Friday, 9th May off to get 9 days off (from Saturday, 3rd May to Sunday, 11th May) using 4 days of leave.
Spring Bank Holiday: Monday, 26th May.
Hack: Take Tuesday, 27th May to Friday, 30th May off for another nine-day break (from 24th May to 1st June), using just 4 days of holiday.
August
Summer Bank Holiday: Monday 25th August.
Hack: Take Tuesday, 26th August to Friday, 29th August off to get 9 days off (from Saturday, 23rd August to Sunday, 31st August) by using 4 days of leave.
December
Christmas Day: Thursday 25th December. Boxing Day: Friday, 26th December (Substitute Day observed on Friday).
Hack: Book Monday, 22nd December to Wednesday, 24th December, and Monday, 29th December to Wednesday, 31st December off. You’ll get 16 days off (from Saturday, 20th December 2025 to Sunday, 4th January 2026) using just 7 days of holiday!
£1 billion government funding boost for bus services
Transport Secretary, Louise Haigh has confirmed £712 million funding for local authorities to improve bus services, and a further £243 million for bus operators – a longstanding grant paid to keep fares lower and services more frequent than they would otherwise be. Every region in England will benefit from the funding – but particularly those areas which have been historically underserved, like rural areas and small towns.
New Coat of Arms artwork unveiled
A new artistic rendering of the Royal Coat of Arms has been unveiled following the accession of His Majesty The King, with new artwork of the Royal Arms usually being created for each new reign. The constituent parts of the Royal Coat of Arms have not changed and remain the same as they have been since Queen Victoria came to the throne in 1837. The Royal Arms are used to denote the Royal Authority by which the Government acts - it is “His Majesty’s Government” so by using the Coat of Arms, the Government is showing it is acting in The King’s name.
Following an incredibly busy Christmas period, the New Year has also kicked off at pace for the Mayor’s team as we begin this exciting 60th anniversary year of our great borough.
I would like to start by directing readers to an interview we shared recently with Amelia, an inspiring young volunteer here in Bromley, who kindly shared her experiences of volunteering, delivering important messages about her motivation to get involved with volunteering, including with the Duke of Edinburgh Award. If you have not yet seen this on our social media, then please do go and watch this short video, which is available at www.bromley.gov.uk/Mayor.
I am always struck by the dedication of volunteers and fundraisers I see across the borough, which was particularly apparent over the Christmas period, where residents came together in various ways to help support those who need it, including through several Santa Dashes across the borough!
I am eager to encourage even more residents to get involved in volunteering during my time as Mayor, including various resident groups. I hope festivities around the 60th anniversary this year will help provide this inspiration and I look forward to sharing more with you about these plans very soon.
Some further recent highlights include the 10th anniversary celebration of the Bromley Falls service. It is inspiring to see how this has grown since we inaugurated the service
Lines from Linda
And it’s hello to the month of love; red roses, love hearts and valentines.
Very high on my list of people I love is my dog. There are many others, but all you dog people will understand the bond between owner and dog. It is like no other. Consequently, I’m sure, all of you reading this will sympathise when I tell you, recently my dog went missing.
I have a fenced-in garden, and she had to go out and do her business. I opened the back door and at the same time my front doorbell jingled. I left the back door and went to let my food delivery in, which meant leaving my front door open briefly.
As soon as the food was in, I closed the front door and went to the back to call my dog. She wasn’t in the garden, so I presumed she’d come in and was somewhere in the house. I called her but to no avail. By now Hubby and I were panicking. Surely, she couldn’t have got through the fence. So, the front door then! OMG! I live on a main road. We both rushed outside, me going one way and hubby the other. I was shouting her name while Hubby had been more sensible and had picked up her favourite toy, which just happens to be a large plastic pig that farts excessively loudly. He was honking the toy consistently,
during my time as Chairman of the Bromley Health and Wellbeing Board and the report from the Falls’ working party we established. This is just one example of Bromley leading other authorities across the country in the service of our residents.
As many are aware the environment continues to be a major theme for me. December saw two visits to the river Ravensbourne with Thames 21, with this important work continuing this year. Further litter picks have also been taking place and I am again encouraged to see how many people are getting behind these initiatives. But we must do more! Therefore, it was a pleasure to join our Street Friends at their quarterly meeting and present awards to them for the fantastic role they play. Again, my sincere thanks.
Finally, January 5th saw myself and the Mayoress join mayors and civic leaders from across Kent on Margate Beach for the 60th anniversary of the Blessing of the Sea for Epiphany. This was a very moving service conducted by the Greek Orthodox Archbishop with the Greek Cypriot community in Margate along with many residents from the town. It was wonderful, to take part in such a different event to bring the festive season to a conclusion.
I hope each of you has had a fantastic start to the year and I look forward to meeting many of you around the borough throughout the year.
Best
wishes
Cllr David Jefferys Mayor of Bromley (2024-2025)
Find out more at www.bromley.gov.uk/mayor
and the noise was embarrassingly reverberating around the street.
I turned to run back to him to ask him to maybe be a bit more subtle, when, at the same time, a window opened, and a lady leaned her head out of the window. I held my breath, ready for the explosion we were going to get for making such ghastly farting noises with the pig. But, before I could explain that we were looking for my dog, she spoke. ‘Oh, my giddy goodness,’ came her words to Hubby. ‘I have just been watching you on telly. You are my favourite actor, and I knew it was you out there, I could tell by your deep and gorgeously rich voice’.
We both rushed outside, me going one way and hubby the other. "
Hubby and I flicked eye-contact. Neither of us mentioned the large pig which was still farting as Hubby held it behind his back.
The story ended well. When we walked back to the house, our little white dog was sitting by the door, now nearly all black as she was covered in dark mud and wagging her tail. She immediately jumped into my arms, tail still wagging mud everywhere, so I too was now covered in mud, but so relieved and happy as I filled the bathtub.
For more about me and my crime novels see www.lindareganonline.co.uk
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The Prize
February is the month of love, so our scrambled up words are related to Valentine’s Day. Unscramble the words below and then use the first letter from each answer to spell out another word that is associated with a kind of look. This is the competition answer. Send the answer to hello@lifeinmagazines.co.uk with the subject line ‘puzzle’ or text only ‘WIN’ with your answer, full name, telephone number and address to 07403-550068.
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4. The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I? footsteps
Who’s this?
Which well-known comedian is behind the blurred face?
1. You see a boat filled with people, but there isn't a single person on board. How is that possible?
2. I am taken from a mine, and shut up in a wooden case, from which I am never released, and yet I am used by almost every person. What am I?
3. What is always in front of you but can't be seen?
4. The more you take, the more you leave behind. What am I?
3. What is always in front of you but can't be seen? the future
2. I am taken from a mine, and shut up in a wooden case, from which I am never released, and yet I am used by almost every person. What am I? pencil lead
1. You see a boat filled with people, but there isn't a single person on board. How is that possible? all the people on the boat are married
Which well-known comedian is behind the blurred face? Lee Mack
Answers
What's on
Your essential guide for events, activities, clubs & groups
ACTIVITIES
Ballroom Dance Classes
Every Thursday, 8.30pm-10.30pm
Main Hall, Beckenham Baptist Church, Elm Road -opposite the Beckenham Spa
Cost: £10 per class pay as you go. No membership or pre-payment required
Contact: Email lionssamba@virginmedia.com or call 07939 542758
We are a social dance class with one or two short sessions of instruction, alongside general social dancing. No partners required and beginners welcome
Beginners
Tai Chi Classes in Bromley
Every Thursday, 7pm-8pm
St. Mark’s School, Bromley, BR2 0QR
Cost: £10 per class
Contact: Text or call Julian on 07957 925 506
Traditional Tai Chi taught in a relaxed and friendly environment. Lessons begin with soft exercises which are designed to balance the body’s structure. The remainder of the class will focus on learning the first part of the Tai Chi form.
Master Williams 7th Dan Taekwondo Club
Every Tuesday 7pm-8pm.
Every Saturday 11am-12pm
Holy Trinity Church Hall, Church Lane, Bromley Common, BR2 8LB
Cost: £10 per lesson PAYG
Contact: 07952 503660 or email martialartwilliams@gmail.com
Master (Tony) Williams has 42 years of experience teaching self-defence and fitness, and as a judge at National, European, World and Super League competitions. He has taught a range of nationalities at schools, universities, sports centres and private clubs and has numerous past student successes. He also offers 1-to-1 and black belt enhancement classes.
Wellness In Motion Pilates Classes
Every Wednesday. Classes at 4.15pm, 5.15pm, 6.45pm and 7.45pm
Community House, South Street, Bromley, BR1 1HR
Cost: Intro offer: 4 classes for £25
Contact: Email wellness.in.motion.wm@gmail.com or call 07760533239
Classes range from chair Pilates (4.15pm) and gentle Pilates (5.15pm), to mixed ability (6.45pm) and yin yoga for relaxation (7.45pm). All aim to mobilise and strengthen the body in a safe and supported way. Pilates is known to improve posture, injury prevention, improve balance, define the muscles and reduce back pain. Elettra is also a dance instructor for children and adults and can offer any type of class online or at home. For details see www.instagram.com/wellness_in_motion_wm
business & NETWORKING
Bromley Business Network
Wednesday 12th & 26th February, 7am-9am
On Teams or in person at Bromley Football Club (Hospitality Suite), Hayes Lane, BR2 9EF
Cost: £12.50 on Teams or £23 in person
Contact: 07957 819008 or email hello@bromleybusinessnetwork.co.uk
Fortnightly business networking events. Attendance includes unlimited refreshments and a full cooked breakfast buffet. Attendees can also attend via Teams if they can’t attend in person and the first meeting is discounted. For details see bromleybusinessnetwork.co.uk
community & CHARITY
All Things Orange - Charity
Saturday 1st February, 6pm-12am
The Warren, Hayes, BR2 7AL, Croydon Road, Bromley Price: £60
Contact Libby at: 07732281356 or libbylee1104@outlook.com
On NYE 2023 my old school friend Harry fell down the stairs and suffered a life changing injury. He is now paralysed. I am organising a fundraising ball consisting of a 3 course meal, disco, raffle auction and surprise mini game called All Things Orange to raise money for him and his family.
u3a Talks – Behind the scenes at the BBC 18th February, 10.30am-12pm
Cost: Members free, visitors £5
Whitfield Hall, United Reformed Church, Widmore Road, BR1 1RY
Contact: 020 8777 6345, email membershipsecretary@ u3abromley.org.uk or see www.u3abromley.org.uk
u3a Bromley holds a monthly talk on a diverse range of topics and we welcome members of the public. We have over 70 different interest groups from Walking to Talking, Gardening to Genealogy, Philosophy to Psychology, Science to Singing - the choice is endless. This month’s talk is by Peter Woolley “Behind the scenes at the BBC."
Macular Society Bromley Support Group
1st Tuesday of every month (except January & August) 10am for tea/coffee & biscuits. Meeting starts at 10:30am, finishing at 12pm Bromley Town Church, 2 Ethelbert Road, Bromley, BR1 1JA
Cost: Free
Contact: No need to contact - just turn up
We are a local support group for people suffering with Age related Macular Degeneration (AMD). Being diagnosed with AMD can be devastating, so we look to provide social interaction and mutual support to those affected. We have a variety of speakers and a mixed and diverse programme.
MUSIC, entertainment & FOOD
Line DancingCarolina Country Music Club
Line Dance Classes – beginners and intermediates (Every Wednesday)
7th & 21st February (Live Music With Dancing)
7.30pm-10pm on Wednesdays and 7.30pm11pm on Fridays
Pickhurst Infant School, Pickhurst Lane, West Wickham, Bromley BR4 0HL
Cost: £7 Wednesday, £10 Friday
Contact: 020 8462 5314 or email: jdhorniblow@btinternet.com
Come along and give us a try, make new friends, keep fit and have fun! We cater for all abilities and all ages. Refreshments available (tea, coffee, biscuits). For more information see www.facebook.com/ CarolinaCountryMusicClub
American Contra Dancing
1st and 3rd Thursdays of every month, 2-4pm
Liberal Club, 7 Station Road, Orpington BR6 0RZ
(opp entrance to Tesco car park)
Cost: £6 pay on the door
Contact: Email janetmaile@rocketmail.com or call 01689 836407
American Contra dancing is a fun, low impact form of exercise. No partner or experience needed. All dances are walked through first, and the steps called throughout the dance. Join us for a fun afternoon. For details see https://juiceofbarley.weebly.com
theatre & Performances
Churchill Theatre, Bromley
Contact: tickets@churchilltheatre.co.uk
Boys From The Blackstuff
Tuesday 18th – Saturday 22nd February
2:30pm and 7:30pm
Cost: Tickets from £23
Gizza job. Go on, gizzit. Chrissie, Loggo, George, Dixie
and Yosser are used to hard work and providing for their families. But there is no work and there is no money. What are they supposed to do? Work harder, work longer, buy cheaper, spend less? They just need a chance. James Graham’s powerful new adaptation of Alan Bleasdale’s BAFTA award-winning TV series is directed by Kate Wasserberg and comes to Bromley direct from the National Theatre and the West End.
Ward Thomas
Friday 28th February, 7:30pm
Cost: Tickets from £31
Hailed as the UK’s most successful country act, twin sisters Catherine and Lizzy Ward Thomas are touring across the country with a very special show featuring stripped back versions of songs from across their career. See the duo perform and share the stories behind the songs that have seen them make such an impact on country music.
Puccini: Madama Butterfly
Monday 3rd March, 7:30pm
Cost: Tickets from £34.50
Back by overwhelming public demand, this awardwinning Opera returns in a new production with exquisite sets including a spectacular Japanese garden and fabulous costumes including antique wedding kimonos from Japan. One of the world’s most popular operas, Puccini’s Madama Butterfly tells the heart-breaking story of the beautiful young Japanese girl who falls in love with an American naval lieutenant – with dramatic results.
Nikita Kuzmin - Midnight Dancer
Saturday 8th March, 7:30pm
Cost: Tickets from £34.50
Rising Star of Strictly Come Dancing and Celebrity Big Brother Nikita Kuzmin brings his brand-new show, Midnight Dancer to the stage on his first ever solo UK and Ireland Tour. Joined by a sharp and chic cast of talented dancers and vocalists in a show like no other, this show is jam-packed with the hits we all know and love in an evening bursting with happiness, euphoria and of course, world-class dance.
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A Fresh Start For Business IT
5 Minutes With Adam Womersley community
Adam Womersley lives in Beckenham with his two children and partner Wendy Young and has done so since 2008. In June 2022, he launched his business, Potina, which offers nutritional drinks for children and since then he has managed to build the business and has launched his products into 400 Tesco superstores nationwide. Here, we chat with Adam about his success and his advice for building a business…
Hi Adam! Can we start at the beginning. What (or who) inspired you to create Potina and what exactly do you offer?
My passion for healthy eating and years of experience in the food industry showed me just how transformative good nutrition can be. The idea for POTINA came to me during a family visit to the Eden Project, where as a family, we were inspired to eat more plants and reduce meat and dairy. With POTINA, my goal is to create nutritious, planet-friendly drinks that kids genuinely enjoy—giving parents a choice that’s healthy and hassle-free.
The name ‘Potina’ is unique – is there a special meaning behind it?
Potina, is an ancient Roman goddess of healthy children. So for us, there is nobody better to take inspiration from.
What are some of the challenges you’ve faced since launch and how did you overcome them?
Investment in early stage businesses has reached a six-year low. So, to get going (and keep going) we’ve relied on our own funds over the past three years.
Congratulations on getting into Tesco! What does this milestone mean for Potina, and what was the process like?
There is no hiding from the fact that the process of establishing a listing was lengthy. But the hard work really starts now; so many brands fail at fixture. So the next chapter will be to support as many parents as we can with easy plant-based swaps.
Do you think there has been a general trend in big corporations looking to work with micro businesses and why do you think this is?
Many major supermarkets are indeed ramping up efforts to work with startups through innovation-focused accelerator
programmes. For example, Tesco’s Accelerator Programme and Co-op’s Apiary Programme.
How has your brand evolved since you launched, and what would you say has been the most rewarding part so far?
The purpose and values of the brand have remained steady, but we’ve had to pivot our execution approach to ensure we stand out – agility has proven essential. The most rewarding moment was both my kids holding a pack of POTINA at the Tesco fixture on day 1.
What’s the most exciting aspect of the work you do every day with Potina?
POTINA is currently being assessed for B-Corp certification, which is exciting because it aligns so closely with our mission for positive impact.
In terms of the best business advice that you can share with others, what would this be?
Build a strong support network—it’s invaluable. I leaned on three key communities that made a world of difference: Bread & Jam, NatWest for professional coaching and thought leadership, and ‘Better’ Business Start-Up team.
For others with aspirations of getting into major retailers, what advice would you offer?
If you’re starting in food & drink, joining Bread & Jam is invaluable. They’re a dedicated network that offers resources, tailored for indie brands. They serve as a practical compass.
Can you tell us about your journey with Startup Bromley and how they have helped support you?
The ‘Better’ Business Start-Up team at Bromley Central Library supported me every step of the way. I regularly used the library’s business lounge for meetings and workspace. Their one-on-one mentoring sessions were a fantastic resource. Plus, the group workshops sharpened our business planning.
Are there any new products or goals on the horizon for Potina that you can share?
We’re excited to be part of a major shift in what we think of as “milk”. Over the next decade, we’ll see a move from traditional dairy to more sustainable alternative proteins.
Finally, what does community mean to you?
To me, community is about collective responsibility and inspiring each other to make impactful changes for a better future.
Remarkable Residents community
Name: Jo Gallier-Wicks
Age: 53 years old
Occupation: Payroll & Marketing Manager at Moorgate Accountancy
Lives: Petts Wood
What’s remarkable? Jo runs The Primrose Centre, serving those with a breast cancer diagnosis. With a team of dedicated volunteers, The Primrose Centre helps people throughout the borough.
Can you tell us about The Primrose Centre –who it serves and what you offer?
It’s a breast cancer support centre in Locksbottom, offering holistic treatments, therapies, lymphatic drainage and advice in a tranquil and safe space for anyone with breast cancer in the local area. It opened in 2010 and was set up by our founding CEO, Mary Spinks.
How and when did you get involved with the Primrose Centre?
I was a visitor in 2012 and have first-hand experience of its incredible support. I helped Mary over the next 10 years with ad-hoc events and fundraising until her death last year. Since then, I have taken over the dayto-day running of the Centre and it is an honour.
lifestyle
Book Bites
FICTION
Title: The Herd
Author: Emily Edwards
Publisher: Bantam Press
Reviewed by: Holly Norris
Wow, this book had me hooked from the start. I couldn’t put it down. You can see both sides, feel for both parents and sympathise for the children. A powerful book especially given the pandemic, focusing on vaccinations and herd immunity. The story follows best friends Elizabeth and Bryony, who live very different lifestyles and have very different parenting styles. When a tragic incident occurs, a little white lie is unravelled that has life-changing consequences. This book is an absolutely must-read.
How are you funded? How can the public help?
We’re completely reliant on fundraising and donations. Any help, be it business, service, volunteering or supporting us with an event, we’d love to hear from you. We couldn’t open our doors without volunteers’ vital help. You can donate using the Just Giving link on our website https://primrosecentre.org.uk/support-us/ What would you like the public to know about the Primrose Centre?
We're here to support you every step of the way. Our services are free to those who need us. We’re supportive at any stage of your treatment; from early diagnosis, through radio/chemotherapy, post-surgery and beyond.
What's your advice to someone with a breast cancer diagnosis?
Take it one step at a time. There’s a vast amount of information to take in and it can be a scary and lonely place. Ask for help and keep your friends close.
For more information on The Primrose Centre email info@primrosecentre.org.uk or see www.primrosecentre.org.uk
Literary delights read & reviewed by Bromley borough residents
NON-FICTION
Title: Paris Like a Local
Author: Yuki Higashinakano & Bryan Pirolli
Publisher: DK
Reviewed by: Lauretta Wright
If you're looking to experience Paris beyond the typical tourist trail, Paris Like a Local is a great find. Offering insider tips and hidden gems, it allows you to discover Paris through the eyes of locals – from tucked-away cafés to neighbourhood boutiques and lesser-known cultural spots. It covers a range of experiences you won’t find in most traditional guides. There are clear sections and it’s ideal for travellers wanting a more authentic experience, as well as a great source for repeat visitors or anyone keen to dig deeper into the city's heart. The only downside was a lack of illustrations or images.
If you’ve read a book you’d like to review, please email hello@lifeinmagazines.co.uk with the details 4 stars.
Whatever the occasion, everyone deserves a day to remember, whether it’s celebrating the love you share, or looking back at a family or friend’s life with loving memories.
My name is Faye Cox and I’m an Independent Civil Celebrant offering bespoke ceremonies covering Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and the surrounding areas down into Kent and up into London.
Mobile Nail Care
Behind the Badge
INSIGHTS FROM THE SUPER
I mentioned in my last article that we were planning more effective ways to prevent retail crime, which is really affecting our shops and business owners. We have been researching the most affected venues, and the most prolific offenders and working across all of our teams to build evidence to target, with precision, the worst offenders. In the weeks approaching Christmas, we ran an operation targeting the Crays area as our test case of this approach. Ten prolific offenders were identified and we worked with stores to build robust prosecution cases. In only a few weeks so far, we have charged four individuals with well over 100 offences, to a value of over £5,000 of thefts. Three of these now have Criminal Behaviour Orders not to enter the stores they usually target or face immediate arrest. All four of these individuals spent Christmas behind bars. You can look at some of our results on our Bromley Police Facebook page
at www.facebook.com/BromleyPolice. There are more to follow and more prosecutions will also follow.
We will look to roll out this approach across the Borough, targeting our top offenders with precision to reduce demand, protect our stores from crime and ensure perpetrators receive the maximum sentence. We have produced training and guidance for all our teams so we can become more efficient as we continue to improve this approach. We have identified that around 20% of our offenders commit around 80% of the crime (a routinely observed principle in crime), and we are using our improved data capabilities to target them much more effectively. I am very thankful to my teams who have really dedicated themselves to this task, showing how effective neighbourhood teams can be. We will keep you posted as we continue this approach.
Superintendent Luke Baldock Bromley Borough Neighbourhood Policing
Firefront line..
Be flood smart
As I write this month’s article I am once again looking at our prevention work across the Borough.
Protecting your home from flooding: Over the winter we see a change in the weather and how that can affect us. Often caused by increased rainfall we look at how to prepare for flooding in our community.
Who should I call if my street is flooding?
If you can see water building up in the street, call Floodline on 0345 988 1188. Water building up on the street can quickly turn into an emergency. If you feel that you or someone else is in danger, call 999 immediately.
What should I do?
The main priority is to ensure you, your employees and customers are safe. In the event of a flood there are steps you can take.
• Make sure your phone is charged, so that you can call for help if required
• Send your employees home if it is safe to do so
• In an emergency be ready to turn off your gas
supply, turn off your water supply and turn off your electricity supply, if possible
• If you’re using candles for light, make sure you follow our safety advice on candles
• Think about a safe place you could go to if flood water comes into your business. Don’t put yourself in danger to get there. If you are in a basement or ground floor unit, this could include moving to a unit or flat on a higher level
Always follow advice from Floodline or the emergency services if you have called them. Never put yourself or others in unnecessary danger.
Is there anything I can do to stop my property from flooding?
There are steps you can take to try and limit the damage to your property.
• Use flood barriers to divert the water away from your business and to prevent it entering. You can buy flood defences online or from a local hardware store
• If possible (and without putting yourself at risk) move belongings to a higher level
• Flood water can come in through toilets, so be prepared to sandbag your bathroom doors or block your toilet
Chris Line, Borough Commander
London Borough of Bromley, London Fire Brigade
KICK OFF 2025 THE RIGHT WAY... Health & Fitness
With 20% off your first THREE months’ membership at Mytime Active
Want to make a healthy change and put your wellbeing first this year? Mytime Active is making a healthier lifestyle better value for money than ever with its new offer. Make a commitment to moving more in 2025 by joining one of Mytime Active’s leisure centres and get 20% off your first three months' membership
Phil, a former surveyor in his seventies who’s a Mytime Active member from Bromley, says: “My wife and I attend
15 ways to a calmer you in 2025
1. Box Breathing: Inhale for four seconds, hold for four, exhale for four and pause for four.
2. Gratitude Journaling: Write down three things you’re grateful for to boost positivity and reduce stress.
3. Desk Stretching: Loosen tight muscles with quick stretches like shoulder rolls, neck tilts and seated twists.
4. Plant Care: Water a houseplant or clean its leaves, nurturing your environment and reducing stress.
5. Power Walk: Take a brisk 5-minute walk to elevate your heart rate and clear your mind.
6. Brain Teasers: Challenge yourself with a puzzle, Sudoku or quick crossword to sharpen focus. Try this month’s puzzle for the chance to win a pair of theatre tickets!
7. Laughter Burst: Watch a funny video or recall a hilarious memory to instantly lift your mood.
8. Sunlight Break: Step outside for five minutes of sunlight to soak up vitamin D and boost your energy.
Mytime Active’s Primetime line dancing class; it’s safe to say we’re both hooked. It’s a fantastic class that anyone can do and gives us a real sense of purpose. The classes are a great opportunity for retired folk to meet new people; it really opens up friendships. We would tell anyone to give it a go!”
Move more and WIN
Mytime Active is also offering its existing members the opportunity to win six months’ free membership during January and February. To enter, all members need to do is visit any of Mytime Active’s leisure centres. Each visit = one entry.
Membership includes access to the gyms, swimming pools and exercise classes at all Mytime Active’s venues.
There are more than 100 activities on offer across the borough at the Spa at Beckenham, the Pavilion leisure centre, Crofton Halls & Sports Centre, Darrick Wood Swimming Pool, Biggin Hill Pool and other community venues.
Sign up today for 20% off your first three months. www.mytimeactive.co.uk/20-off
9. Declutter One Spot: Clear out a small area like your desk drawer or a shelf for mental clarity.
10. Quick Hydration: Drink a large glass of water to energise and refresh your body.
11. Digital Detox: Put your phone on silent and enjoy five minutes of peace and quiet.
12. Smile Therapy: Spend five minutes practising smiling to release endorphins and feel happier.
13. Herbal Aromatherapy: Inhale the scent of essential oils like lavender or eucalyptus for relaxation.
14. Dance It Out: Blast your favourite song and dance for an instant endorphin boost.
15. Eye Rest: Look away from screens and focus on a distant object for 20 seconds every 20 minutes.
lifestyle
Ask The Experts
TORI HOWE
You asked – and they answered! Send your need-toknow questions to our local experts by emailing hello@lifeinmagazines.co.uk with the subject line ‘Ask The Experts’ by
Q: What are some of the common mistakes people make in a leadership role?
Tracey: One common leadership mistake is ineffective communication, such as unclear role objectives or promotion paths. This can lead to talent loss. Regular, transparent feedback, one-onone meetings and a culture of recognition will improve employee satisfaction, helping leaders to retain their most valuable asset –their people!
Another issue I see across all industries is avoiding difficult conversations. This results in people, managers and leaders often having meaningless discussions. Meaningful conversations build trust and purpose, while coercive ones harm relationships. Micromanagement is also a demotivator, stifling creativity and productivity.
Leaders should set clear goals, empower teams to make decisions and focus on results. Effective leadership encourages open communication, celebrates success and embraces mistakes as learning opportunities.
Tracey Latteman, THL Coaching
Q: What sort of questions should I ask and what should I consider when appointing a drainage specialist to help me with my needs?
Ben: To make sure you are putting your money and faith into the correct drainage specialist, check their accreditations. Are they trading standards approved? Are they a Drainsafe contractor? These are probably two of the best accreditations to have as the process to be accredited depends on not just references but also training certificates, so you know you are getting the best in the industry. Do they offer a guarantee? Blockages are normally guaranteed for two months, and more in-depth drainage repairs like installations are normally given five-year guarantees, while lining works comes with a ten-year guarantee. Check testimonials as most reliable drainage companies will have a variety of review platforms for customers to check previous work. If more in-depth works are needed ask a couple of companies to quote, the best might not be the cheapest but you can probably tell from a detailed quote which company is most professional.
Q: I want to design an engagement ring for my girlfriend as a surprise but I don’t know where to begin. What advice can you give me?
Nick: Firstly you want to think about what stone your partner might like, it doesn’t always have to be a diamond, I make lots of engagement rings with coloured stones. But if you want a traditional diamond engagement ring, a modern round (brilliant cut) diamond is the most sparkly.
Then think about what colour metal you’d like it made in, yellow, white or rose. If you like white metal then it’s best to go with platinum because it’s much harder wearing and doesn’t oxidise/ tarnish. You can always have more than one colour metal on the ring. Then do you want multiple stones, or smaller stones in the ring. Lastly it does help if you know the finger size but there are ways to work it out, or it can always be sized! And remember, it’s always worth asking lots of questions of your designer in advance to ensure you’re happy with their service, it is after all a special process that should be enjoyable for all.
Nick Foreman, Nick Foreman Jewellery
Q: What are some of the longest lasting cut flowers to offer value for money?
Sue: Chrysanthemums are known for their durability and can last up to two weeks. Carnations last around two to three weeks, making them very popular, while Alstroemeria (Peruvian Lily) can also last around two weeks and are vibrant and colourful. Other options include roses, but the duration depends on the variety and care, but we’re looking at about a week to ten days. With proper care gerbera daisies can last up to two weeks, while orchids – and particularly phalaenopsis orchids – can last several weeks. Finally, depending on the type, lilies can last up to two weeks, especially as they open.
Ben Lawrence, Quality Drainage Company Ltd
Sue Ball, Time For Flowers
Business
BUILD A BETTER BUSINESS
by PAUL HARGREAVES, author, speaker and CEO of Cotswold Fayre and Flourish
How do we know we’re giving our purchases as much ethical heft as possible? The Benefit Corporations (aka B Corps – companies that meet high standards for being good to people, the planet and their workers, balancing purpose and profit) model is a very good place to start. For almost 20 years, rigorous assessment processes have been evaluating companies, looking at their operations and their impact on workers, customers, the environment and communities. Those achieving certification include Patagonia, the Jamie Oliver Group and Ben & Jerry's. I love the idea of B Corps, but I have concerns for the future of the movement.
to have ‘time outs’. We have a short time of silence at the start of our meetings and take a few deep breaths which helps the brain be less dominant and the other parts of us come to the fore. By doing slightly less, we achieve more.
Put people first even when it hurts. Learn to lead with abundance and generosity. If we really believed that putting people and planet first would lead to greater profits, we would sometimes make different decisions.
And finally, engage and learn from nature – most of the answers are out there. Have meetings in the outdoors, encourage your people to get outside and set an example yourself. Immerse yourself in nature and nature will bring the answers and the change you need to see. ns, inclusivity fosters a positive and united community.
If we are going to change the world for the better— socially and environmentally—we need to transform ourselves, becoming people and leaders with more compassion, more heart and more soul. These are a few suggestions to get your business where you want it to be.
Encourage emotions within your business. That means leaders being vulnerable and expressing their own emotions too. It means giving space for others to be themselves. Yes, sometimes, it may feel like stuff isn’t getting done quickly enough and it will certainly be messier, but there will be a depth to what is happening that will always be more transformative for the future.
Create space and silence and try to move away from constant ‘productivity’. If you are lucky enough to have a quiet area within your building, then encourage people
Can you help students?
Babington House School is hosting a Careers Fair planned for Tuesday 4th March, which takes place during National Careers Week.
The school is looking for companies who will be willing to speak with students (Years 7-13) about career pathways, apprenticeships, early year schemes, what an average day looks like, what their company does etc. Timings are from 10am2pm and tables will be supplied for companies to display resources and floor banners, as well as refreshments and light snacks.
If you can help email Emma Paterson at Epaterson@babingtonhouse.com
Menstrual support in the workplace
As menstrual equity gains traction globally, it's becoming clear that businesses need to step up and support this vital movement. Egal's ‘Pads on a Roll’ initiative demonstrates just how practical and costeffective it can be for companies to provide menstrual products in public restrooms, just as they do toilet paper. With this system, pads are dispensed directly in stalls, eliminating the outdated vending machines that are often broken or empty, making it easier for those caught off guard by their period.
Offering free menstrual products isn’t just a social good—it’s also a business advantage. Statistics show that menstruators are frequently forced to improvise or leave public spaces due to lack of access to products, which can disrupt their day significantly. By investing in menstrual equity, companies can enhance employee well-being, foster loyalty and improve customer satisfaction, especially in high-traffic areas like airports, sports stadiums and corporate offices.
The company’s UK Head of Sales & Growth, Niamh Darcy, said: "As organisations strive towards equality, now is the time for organisations to reflect upon the current infrastructure of their toilets and incorporate accessible period products into their facilities."
A Final Thought…
New year same you?
by MEL POBEE
When it comes to our approach to healthy eating we often take an all or nothing approach. We’ve feasted on everything and now we resolve to join the gym, lose weight and eat better. We’re motivated for a while, but then our old habits can start to creep back in.
Sweet treats, fast food and new products offers temptation. We can go from being a gym bunny to a gym avoider. Swinging between convenience eating, stress eating, comfort eating or skipping meals. We can struggle to plan and execute healthy breakfasts, lunches and dinners. As a wise person once said; ‘the road to hell is paved with good intentions.’
For some, it can be unproductive to expect to transform from being unfit or overweight, to becoming your perfect self overnight. Instead, a mindset of aiming for progress with your health and habits and not perfection, will help you to stay motivated. Making small changes and sticking with them can set you on the path to success. Where to start:
• Have breakfast. Eating breakfast can reduce the temptation to grab foods that are high in sugar or saturated fat.
• Eat regular meals. Eating three balanced meals a day helps to balance your energy levels. Having regular balanced meals will also help you to control hunger and reduces the likelihood of overeating.
• Avoid foods that are high in saturated fats, or high in added sugar. Consider the foods that you regularly have – could you make a small, sustainable change to make what you eat healthier?
• Plan ahead. If you usually reach for the easiest, but less healthy options for meals/ snacks, opt for healthier options on some days in the week. Or, if regularly preparing food ahead of time is unrealistic for you, then choose the available option that’s lowest in saturated fats and added sugars.
• Don’t starve yourself. When you’re extremely hungry self-control can fly out of the window. You’re more likely to choose the most convenient or quickest food around, which is commonly convenience or fast food.
• Hydrate. Drinking fluids regularly throughout the day helps to reduce tiredness, constipation and bloating.
• Increase your intake of fibre. Vegetables and fruit are good sources of fibre.
• Identify your potholes. What situations are sabotaging your effort to be healthier? Recognise the patterns in your habits. Is it the supermarket biscuit/ crisps aisle, the treats at work or perhaps your regular takeaway that pulls you away from your goals? Plan how you might deal with or avoid situations of temptation.
Making small, gradual changes that you can sustain will help you to maintain a healthier lifestyle. Find healthy habits that will work for you. Healthy eating and physical activity can help reduce the risk of developing high blood pressure, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes. Heart disease is one of the leading causes of death in the UK. Obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and type 2 diabetes increase the risks of developing heart disease. These lifestyle factors can also increase the chances of developing dementia.
On your journey to achieving a healthier lifestyle, don’t beat yourself up when you fall into temptation or have a bad day. Just aim to get back on track. If you keep working on your goals you will achieve them. Consistent, small changes to your habits will improve health.
Tell people around that you’re working on being healthier. Their support can help you to avoid temptations. Health is a garden, if it isn’t cultivated you can’t harvest it. Be kind to yourself; change isn’t easy. We only fail when we stop trying. Applaud yourself for making choices that support your goal. You could plan an activity to reward yourself. Treat yourself to a movie or book, have a bubble bath, get yourself some flowers, go out and enjoy nature, or meet up with friends.
For more support see www.nhs.uk/better-health and www.nhs.uk/live-well/exercise, The NHS Eatwell Guide or speak to your GP.
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