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WAKEFIELD Life FREE PAPER / October November 2020 / Issue 2

Inside

Polperro in Cornwall

Restaurant Review

With foreign travel looking more problematic, we look closer to home P12 & 13

Lamb in Black Sheep beer gravy and crispy belly pork at Nostalgic Kitchen P17

Going Greek

Pets and Fireworks

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Quick tips on helping your pets get through the fireworks season P19

Volunteer gets recognition for first responder work When the pandemic hit, Community First Responder, Shaun Allatt, from Castleford, was eager to dedicate his energies where it would have greatest benefit. He didn’t hesitate to ask to be furloughed in order to volunteer full time for the Yorkshire Ambulance Service as a First Responder, and his employer, XPO in Normanton, backed him completely, allowing him to furlough with other employees and arranging for his work to be covered by other members of staff. Joanne Michael, site manager at XPO, said “As a company, we have tried to promote a sense of community during this difficult time and have fully supported Shaun in his endeavours to provide a much needed voluntary service within the NHS and Yorkshire Ambulance Service.” “Shaun has now also undertaken extra training sponsored by XPO to qualify as a

when he saw an advert soon afterwards, to train as a first responder, he knew that by training up and volunteering his time, he would be able to make a real difference. He says he has the backing of his whole family, and when he gets a call to respond, his two 9 year old twin daughters run around helping him get ready. (left) Shaun Allatt with Shaun’s dedication to his wife Jen and twins voluntary work with Yorkshire Lilly & Jasmin Ambulance Service, and his (above) Bouquet of eagerness to give up his flowers supplied by furloughed time at home Amaryllis Foral Design earned him a nomination and selection as the winner Photographs by of Wakefield Life’s Big Thank Niamh Donnelly You bouquet, which is awarded to someone for First Aid Trainer at work. We working full time for XPO. The making a big difference in the consider Shaun a real asset to the spark which drove his interest in community or to someone’s life. company and we are extremely applying for this role, was when he The Wakefield Life team feel it’s proud of him”, Joanne said. witnessed an incident outside a very much deserved. Thank you to Shaun qualified as a Community local supermarket, when a lady Amaryllis Floral Design for First Responder last year and needed CRP and he went to help. sponsoring and providing the Big volunteers with the Yorkshire He describes the wait for the Thank You beautiful bouquet of Ambulance Service, whilst also ambulance as excruciating, so flowers.

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The second issue of Wakefield Life is HERE! We’ve thoroughly enjoyed putting together our first two issue of Wakefield Life, meeting such lovely and interesting people along the way. We hope you’ve enjoyed reading Wakefield Life as much as we have enjoyed creating it. Feedback is really important to us, so please do drop us a line, email us or message us on our social media pages. If there is anything you would love to see in future issues, let us know, if you enjoyed our recipes, remember to take a photograph and send it in to us, or if there are any local issues you would like to highlight, please make a point of telling us. And if you know a local hero, deserving of a lovely bouquet of flowers, don’t hesitate to nominate them for the Wakefield Life Big Thank You. The amount of space available for community news and features in Wakefield Life is determined by advertising, so if you use any products or services advertised in this issue, please remember to mention Wakefield Life when dealing with the company – it really does help! Our aim is to support local businesses, charities and community groups, and we hope to continue to build great relationships. In addition to Wakefield Life being

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How to keep your brain sharp by challenging your mind and body

Or you can simply take part in any new So, to remain young in mind and body, activity that you find interesting, such keep challenging yourself - don’t fall into Researchers have also found that a as: the habit of always doing things the combination of a healthy lifestyle, getting • volunteering at a local charity same way, going to the same places and enough sleep, challenging the brain and • exploring somewhere new – locally or getting stuck in the same routine. Look body, and staying socially connected in a further afield for new adventures and never stop meaningful way may actually help protect • joining a local walking group or asking questions. the brain or keep it more resilient against ramblers This article shouldn’t be considered changes that cause dementia and • joining a book club medical advice and should ever be used memory loss. • helping out at a local school or day as a substitute for consulting your doctor care or other qualified clinician if you notice a So, what should we be doing? • joining a collector’s club (dolls, significant decline in mental skills. There are simple ways to help improve stamps, memorabilia). Always check with your doctor before your thinking skills and create new undertaking a new exercise regime. connections in your brain to prevent the typical signs of aging: • Brush your teeth with the hand you don’t usually use. • Take a different route to work. • Eat a bite or two of dinner with your eyes closed. • Listen to a different kind of music to what you would usually listen to. • Do 60 seconds of physical activity every day. Challenging our brains • Sit in a different spot in your house or The exact reasons why mental and social somewhere you go often. From £12.50 per half hour engagement protect our thinking skills isn’t known, but there are some clues. These simple changes to your everyday DON’T FRET “Until the mid-1990s, we thought that activities challenge the brain to do Guitar tuition Ossett people were born with however many extra work, because it’s a new brain cells they would die with. We now experience. know that the growth of new cells — a You can also look for activities that process called neurogenesis — occurs incorporate brain stimulation, physical throughout life, even in older age,” Dr activity, and social engagement, such Expert guitar lessons for all ages and abilities Papp explains. as: Over 30 years professional and teaching experience It turns out that the human brain has a • learning to play a sport you haven’t great potential for something called previously played Curtis studied at City of Leeds College of neuronal plasticity and it appears that • learning to dance Music, and later at Guildhall School of Music challenging our brains — for example, by • learning tai chi (which has been shown & Drama. After this he worked on cruise learning a new skill or doing a familiar to boost thinking skills and isn’t too ships, touring productions and worked with activity differently — leads to actual physically demanding.) some of the finest musicians in the UK, also changes in the adult brain. “It may teaching in schools. create new connections between brain If physical activity isn’t possible or you cells by changing the balance of have mobility problems, consider Whether you or your child would like to available neurotransmitters and changing learning a new skill by taking a class or learn Classical, Rock or Bass guitar, how connections are made,” says Dr. tuition in: Curtis has all the skills to teach music Papp. • painting in a relaxed environment and offers Being socially engaged may help fend off • a new musical instrument entry to Rockschool and ABRSM social isolation and depression, both of • creative writing Examinations if required. which have been linked with a decline in • computers and technology Lessons are 1-2-1 and are 30 mins cognitive functioning later in life. Having • flower arranging in duration, meeting the needs of good social support also reduces stress, • knitting, crocheting, crafting each pupil. another thing that we know has a • a new language negative impact on thinking skills. Everyone knows a senior citizen who seems to defy signs of aging – they appear to have as much energy as they did when they were 30 years younger and they still have an incredible joy for life. These ‘young oldies’ tend to exercise more, socialise more, follow current events and are constantly physically active, reading and questioning things. So what specifically helps to defy aging? Well, experts believe that always learning new things and staying busy, active and socialising are exactly the things that can help keep mental skills sharp and the mind healthy. “Cognitive and social engagement have been shown to be protective against cognitive decline, whereas hearing loss, depression, and social isolation are associated with cognitive decline,” says Dr. Kathryn Papp, a neuropsychologist and instructor in neurology at Harvard Medical School.

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My 10 reasons to visit Whitby this Halloween

1. The Abbey

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The most celebrated landmark in the seaside town. The original Abbey was founded around 657 AD by St. Hilda. However, it wasn’t until the 13th century that the Abbey was rebuilt in the Gothic architecture that it is synonymous for today.

2. Dracula The strong Gothic architecture of the Abbey standing solitary against the tormented sea was the inspiration for Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’. Today the town revels in its Gothic heritage!

3. 199 steps Newton’s Cottage, Whitby. 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5 Property Details Newton’s Cottage retains the quirkiness and character of its ‘Old Fisherman Cottage’ roots, being 200 years old with original beams and seaside charm throughout. The living room is cosy and charismatic, with a Stove Juliette keeping you warm after long adventures at the beach. Located in the old town of Whitby, Newton’s Cottage is an absolute gem which really should not be missed. With the added beneﬁt of private off street parking this is a super little holiday cottage!

Accommodation Details Ground ﬂoor access into small hallway, leading to lounge/diner with stove ﬁre. 1st Floor: bedroom with triple bunk bed (sleeps 3, double mattress on the bottom and single mattress on the top). 2nd Floor: a large double bedroom. Family bathroom. Although this property is not pet friendly, dogs have been present in the past. Outside: private off-road parking for one vehicle. Satellite TV, DVDs included. Electric Cooker, Microwave Oven, Fridge Freezer. Washing Machine, Iron and Ironing Board, Linen Provided Free of Charge, Towels Included Free of Charge. Open Fire. Wireless Broadband, No Smoking, Private Parking Included. Pets Not Accepted

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Surely you’ve counted every single one! The steps were built as a test to Christians – only the most faithful would be willing to make the climb to worship at St. Mary’s Church next to the Abbey.

4. The Kipper House Fortune’s Smokehouse have been smoking kippers for over 139 years – six generations to date using original methods. If you don’t know where to find the shop, just follow the waft of oaky, smoky deliciousness beyond the bottom of the 199 steps.

5. Fish n’ Chips It has to be Trenchers. I know there are some more famous establishments but the golden, crispy batter encrusted around pearl white fish is the best I’ve ever eaten (and I’ve had quite a lot…) Just watch out for the seagulls!!

6. Crabbing My son has a passion for crabbing, which to be honest delights me – anything to drag him away from his Xbox. He’ll jump at the chance to go

crabbing and his favourite place is just inland from the harbour, not far from the bridge. Here, he has seen his biggest successes but as night creeps in, so do the crabs back to the ocean floor.

7. Bothams Their handsome Skinner St. bakery on the West Cliff side of the town fills me with happiness before I even enter the wooden façade of the shop. Inside, beneath glass cabinets lays rows of beautiful pastries and pies and cakes and treats. Thank goodness they do hampers for folk like us who live more than a morning stroll away.

8. Sandsend Travel a couple of minutes north from Whitby and you’ll find this beach beautiful jewel. If you prefer more quiet to Whitby then Sandsend is a perfect spot for paddling or sitting with an icecream where the two pretty becks run into the sea. If you prefer your tea out of a pot or even a glass of fizz then there are a couple of hotels where you can enjoy some coastal comfort.

9. Cobbles Galleries, cafes, boutiques, antiques, home interiors, toys and Whitby Jet all flank the sloping cobbled streets of West and East Cliff and offer a couple of hours shopping retreat.

10. The Journey The A169 takes you over The North York Moors from Pickering – one of the most stunning roads you’ll travel on. The magical heather moorland is vast and is only interrupted by meandering roads, cattle grids and sweeping hills. Whoever spots the Whitby first has to buy the fish n chips!!

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Wakefield Hospice shows what it takes to provide end of life care during Hospice Care Week

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Wakefield Hospice is one of more than 200 charitable hospices across the UK taking part in Hospice Care Week (5 – 11 October), led by the national hospice and end of life care charity, Hospice UK, highlighting what it takes to provide care to those who need it most. This year, many charitable hospices, like Wakefield Hospice are facing financial challenges, with the support they receive from the public being more important than ever before. Hospice UK estimates that since the Covid crisis begin in March, collectively hospices have lost in the region of £70 million in fundraised income. Many hospices in England rely on 75% of their funding from public donations through charity shops and fundraising, which has not been possible during the pandemic. To mark Hospice Care Week, Wakefield Hospice will be using their social media platforms to showcase the roles of staff working at the hospice who play an instrumental role in providing specialist end of life care to patients, including a multi-disciplinary clinical team of doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, social worker, physiotherapists and bereavement support. As well as those who work behind the scenes including, housekeeping and catering. All the staff and volunteers at the hospice play their part in making the hospice a safe and

comfortable environment for patients and their families. Tracey Bleakley, Chief Executive of Hospice UK, said: “Hospice Care Week is an annual week of activity, celebration and action, to raise the profile of, and help to change people’s perceptions of, hospice care across the UK. “There are more than 200 hospices across the UK that work to support individuals and families with end of life care. Roughly 83% of hospice care is delivered in the community, and that requires a network of staff that people do not necessarily see or know about. With the world dealing with the effects of Covid-19, expert end of life care is more important than ever – and hospices need our support. “So whether you’re a hospice, a volunteer, an individual or a family, join us from 5-11 October 2020 and play your part in showing what it takes to give people and their families the care they need and deserve at the end of life.” This year is especially important as Wakefield Hospice celebrates its 30th anniversary. The hospice had many plans to mark the anniversary year with special events which unfortunately have been cancelled due to the pandemic. Director of Income Generation, Helen Knowles said, “We are proud that for the past 30 years we have been able to provide the highest level of specialist and personalised end of life care and support to patients and their families. We are doing our upmost to keep patients, families, staff, volunteers and supporters safe at this difficult time. We are still here, still sharing the care for those in the community who need us the most.”

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Selling Your House and Land: Tax Tips Most people buy and sell the property they live in without any thoughts about tax (other than, perhaps, Stamp Duty Land Tax). However, there are some circumstances in which selling the property you live in can cause tax problems. Some of the main ones are: Where you own more than .5 of a hectare of land. If you have a large amount of land, Capital Gains Tax (CGT) may apply to land in excess of .5 of a hectare (about one acre). Large areas of land will be exempt if they are 'necessary to the enjoyment' of the property as a whole; Where the property has been let for a long period. The current law exempts private residences from CGT on a 'time' basis, so if the property has been let for ten years and lived in for ten years, the gain is apportioned. There are other circumstances in which periods of nonoccupation can be exempt (for example, when working abroad). This is a complex area and the law has been tightened up considerably in recent years; Where the property is used wholly or in part for business purposes. In this case, the chargeable gain is normally calculated by reference to the proportion

of the property used for business and the period of time over which it is used. Where the business use is furnished holiday lettings, CGT rollover relief may be available. In some circumstances taper relief on the business proportion of the gain may also be available; Where there are two or more disposals. If the house and land are being sold separately, CGT may bite

(hard!) on the land sale; and Where the house has been used for ‘hobby farming’, the gain which is exempted by the application of Agricultural Property Relief may be restricted. Where more than one property is owned. A couple can have only one CGTexempt 'Principal Private Residence' (PPR), so if you own two houses you

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should generally elect for the one with the higher potential gain to be chosen as the PPR. The election must be lodged within a strict time limit, so it makes sense to consider this when buying a second house. Recently HMRC have been attacking the validity of such elections where they believe that a second home sold at a substantial gain after a short period of ownership (typically after being inherited) has not been used as a residence by the owner as a matter of fact. HMRC have also brought several cases since 2016 attacking private residence exemption claims in cases where they consider that the property sold was not in fact the residence of the vendor - arguing that the 'quality of residence' did not justifty the claim. Some of these have led to CGT being payable when a person owned only one residence. In most cases where a house and land attached are to be sold separately, it is normally advisable to sell any land before selling the house, but take advice in every case in order to avoid tax pitfalls. Information and article courtesy of Thornton Jones Solicitors, www.thorntonjones.co.uk

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Remembering victims of road traffic incidents It is over 25 years ago since a day dedicated to remembering road traffic victims began to be observed internationally, initiated in 1993 by charity RoadPeace and then adopted as an annual World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims by the UN in 2005 as an “appropriate acknowledgement for victims of road traffic crashes and their families”. The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims (WDR) is commemorated on the third Sunday of November each year, remembering the many millions who have been killed and

seriously injured on the world’s roads and to acknowledge the suffering of all affected victims, families and communities. It is also an opportunity to pay tribute to the dedicated emergency crews, police and medical professionals, who deal daily with the traumatic aftermath of road crashes. There would usually be memorial events taking place globally, but Covid restrictions have resulted in many being cancelled. Personal and private remembrance will be the priority in 2020. The road casualty statistics for Great Britain are sobering,

with 25,945 serious injuries reported to the police in 2019 due to road traffic incidents and 153,158 casualties of all severities. Last year almost 5 people a day lost their lives on the roads, with 1752 fatalities associated with road traffic incidents. The impact of losing a loved one or being involved in road traffic incidents can be substantial, but the ripples travel far and wide, the trauma affecting not only those close to the victims, but also, the emergency services, witnesses and members of the public who are often first on the scene

before emergency services. Fatal and serious road traffic incidents can affect a whole community. A Yorkshire based charity, SCARD, provides support and assistance to those who have been impacted by road incidents, and they’ve talked with Wakefield Life about how they have been helping thousands of victims of road incidents from all over the UK, for over 25 years.

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SCARD are looking for Helpline Volunteers to join their team Our aim is to help relieve distress among people who have been bereaved, injured or affected by road death or injury. To provide emotional support through a telephone helpline, support groups and personal support system. YOU CAN VOLUNTEER FROM YOUR OWN HOME. We would love to hear from you. We offer training and support to everyone selected. For an informal chat about volunteering on our Helpline or for more information and an application form please contact us by calling SCARD on 01924 562252 or emailing info@scard.org.uk

The idea for SCARD was formed 1993, For more information about initially with just a SCARD or the services they Helpline, when Carole offer, tel: 01924 562252 or and Frank Whittingham found there was little email: info@scard.org.uk help for them when SCARD is a registered charity, their son was killed by Charity No. 1081572 a motorist driving under the influence of drink/drugs. SCARD, Telephone Helpline Support and Care After Road Death and Injury, is now based For those who need support but in Ossett, near Wakefield and are unable to attend counselling offers assistance to those sessions at SCARDs premises, bereaved or injured as a result or who do not want counselling, of a road incident. The support a telephone Helpline is open provided by the charity includes from 9am to 9pm everyday of a 365 day a year Telephone the year. The Helpline is Helpline, free or low cost manned by trained and counselling and memorial days. experienced volunteers, many of Victims and bereaved families whom have been impacted by can also be put in touch with road incidents themselves, so experienced lawyers who are may have a personal experts in this area of law. This understanding of what callers support extends beyond those are going through. This vital directly impacted by the service has been operating incident, to also provide help for since 1993 and has helped those who witnessed or thousands of families and attended at the scene of a road individuals across the UK. traffic incident. SCARD Helpline: 0345 123 5542

Counselling at SCARD SCARD offers free counselling at their Ossett offices, near Wakefield to bereaved families and others who have been involved or affected by road traffic incidents. The counsellors are experienced and volunteer their time and expertise with SCARD to help those suffering bereavement or emotional trauma associated with a road incident. The counselling sessions are conducted in private and in comfortable counselling rooms.

Legal Assistance Following a road traffic collision in which somebody has been killed or seriously injured, there can be all manner of practical and legal implications, which can be bewildering and confusing. SCARD can support and help those who have been affected in this way by providing independent and unbiased help on inquests, criminal proceedings which may follow road traffic collisions, and claims for compensation.

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MOTORING NEWS Increased risk on the roads from delayed MOTs The pandemic may have unforeseen effects on the roads, with more vehicles at risk of being unroadworthy or dangerous due to lack of vehicle maintenance and the MOT exemption delaying MOT tests. An estimated 37 million licensed cars and vans are on British roads, with nearly a third of them failing the initial MOT, more than a fifth having major defects when they are tested and one in ten having a dangerous defect putting the driver, passengers and other road users at unnecessary risk. A £2500 fine and 3 penalty points can be levied on drivers driving cars with dangerous defects.

Basic vehicle maintenance checks to keep your vehicle roadworthy and safe Delayed MOTs, lengthy periods of cars being parked up and a general lack of vehicle maintenance is putting drivers, passengers and other road users at risk. Many drivers are unaware that they need to make basic vehicle checks regularly to keep their vehicle road worthy and themselves and other road users safe on the roads. So what are the basic checks that everyone should be doing regularly?

Tyre Tread Wear The legal limit for tyre tread in the UK is 1.6mm. Many motoring organisations advise motorists to replace the tyres when the tread gets below 3mm. A £2500 fine and 3 penalty points are levied if you are caught with tyre tread below the legal limit

Tyre Pressure The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle should be noted in your manufacturers handbook. Tyre pressure can be checked and corrected at garages and petrol stations, or at home with a pressure gauge.

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WAKEFIELD Life FEATURE...

A Cornish dream

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Everyday uses for olive oil that may surprise you The versatility and health benefits of cooking with olive oil is pretty well known, but it has other uses around the home that you may find surprising. For household use, there’s no need to seek out premium extra virgin olive oil, as cheaper, standard olive oil will be just as effective. Here are our top tips. Protecting wooden chopping boards and utensils Wooden boards and utensils are generally unsuitable for dishwashers and need to be hand washed. After handwashing your wooden chopping boards, bowls and utensils, the wood can be nourished by giving them a light coating of olive oil. Let the oil sit on the wood for about five minutes and then buff with a soft cloth. This will help to prevent cracking and discolouration and keep the wood in tip top condition. Cast iron and steel cooking pots and pans can also be protected against rust in the same way. Measuring out sticky foods Do you hate having to measure out sticky foods like honey, golden syrup and peanut butter? Coating measuring cups and spoons with a little bit of olive oil will help to release these sticky foods easily without affecting flavour. Keeping water spots at bay and adding shine to stainless steel Rubbing stainless steel appliances and

pots with a soft cloth dabbed olive oil will help to prevent streaks, water spots, tarnish, and corrosion. Buff with a soft cloth to finish. This also helps to keep silverware shiny for longer. Removing sticky adhesive labels Removing sticky adhesive labels from new glass, ceramic or plastic kitchenware is irritating and frustrating but applying olive oil can make the task so much easier. Simply saturate paper labels with a drop of olive oil and let it soak in for 15 minutes. The label should peel off easily and any remaining adhesive residue can be removed by hand washing the item with your usual washing up liquid. Unsticking a zip Zips can occasionally get stuck. Dipping a cotton bud in some olive oil and rubbing over the teeth of the zip can help to lubricate it enough to gently ease the fastener up or down. Freeing a difficult lock Have you noticed your keys are not turning easily in your door

lock? Try dipping your key in a glass of olive oil before inserting it in the lock and turning several times. This should lubricate the lock mechanism and make locking and unlocking the door much easier. Softening cuticles and moisturising dry skin Olive oil is a natural lubricant for rough cuticles and dry skin. Apply to the cuticles or patch of dry skin and massage in. You can even add a bit of olive oil to your warm bath to soften your skin while you bathe. Controlling frizzy, flyaway and static hair Frizzy, flyaway and static hair can be tamed by rubbing a little bit of olive oil on your hands and then running your hands through your hair or smoothing down the top of your hair. Less is more with this hair remedy, you want the barest coating on your hands to avoid looking like an oil slick!

Removing make up Olive oil is a natural way to remove heavy make up without the harsh chemicals found in many branded make up remover. Adding a dab of olive oil to a cotton pad will not only remove make up, it will also leave your skin feeling soft and nourished. It’s especially good for removing waterproof mascara. Removing chewing gum from hair and stains from skin Paint or chewing gum stuck in hair can be coated with olive oil and slowly worked out with a tissue. Hair dye, tar and permanent marker ink can often be removed from skin by using a few drops of olive oil with a teaspoon of sugar to make a gentle scrub. Silencing squeaky hinges A few drops of olive oil will silence squeaky hinges on doors, cabinets, appliances, or car doors. Apply with a cloth or spray bottle and work into the hinge. Removing water rings and scratches from wood Water rings and small scratches on wood can be minimised by applying warm olive oil with a soft cloth. Buff with a dry cloth to finish and bring out the natural beauty of the wood.

Follow us on Facebook 2020 – A cancelled holiday to our favoured and familiar Greece, this was to be the summer for us to realise my dream of visiting Cornwall! I had always wanted to holiday in the south western county, keen to experience the secret bays, turquoise waters, white-washed villages and cream teas (the list could go on) for myself and my family. I did quite a lot of research before booking as I wanted to be close to beaches whilst also staying within walking distance of a pretty village or town where we could drink and eat. Polperro, it was to be. A quintessential Cornish fishing harbour on the south coast. We stayed in a smart caravan at Killigarth Manor – very clean and modern with a great valley view but more importantly it was a few minutes walk to the South West coastal path. The first time we set out on the steep, narrow path down to Polperro I was blown away by the beauty of the vast, calm stretch of sea in front of me – nothing but sea. The path down is not for push chairs or heels but sensible shoes and worth every bit the climb back up! A steady fifteen minute walk and then you see it – Polperro! yachts bobbing in the bay, small sandy beach, emerald water, small white

Wakeﬁeld Life - October/November 2020 P13 cottages, fishing boats marooned within the harbour walls – a coastal jumble of Cornish perfection. Polperro has plenty of lovely restaurants specialising in seafood as well as many places to grab a sandwich, pasty, scone and ice-cream. One evening we perched on one of the benches outside the Blue Peter Inn and I could’ve happily stayed there all evening because although we were in the midst of a very busy summer there was a tranquillity to this village that resonated with me. Another day we took the coastal path east to Talland Bay – not quite so steep as the westerly one but the views as magnificent. Talland Bay is, as the name suggests, a small bay nestled between rocky cliffs and is great for snorkelling, stand-up paddle boarding, dinghy bobbing or, as I did myself, sitting and watching all this go by! What I especially loved about Talland was the lovely café selling delicious treats and snacks, as well as any seaside essentials. There is a car park next to the café but you need to get there early for a space and I was told it’s a steep, narrow road

down to the bay so good reversing skills are crucial if you’re unfortunate enough to meet another car! There is the Talland Bay Hotel too – although we didn’t get chance to visit its beautiful terrace for afternoon tea, it is definitely on my bucket list now, and if I’m feeling flush, a weekend stay would be exquisite. Lastly, I must mention Fowey – a charming harbour town that we reached by driving west to Polruan

then jumped on a foot passenger ferry across the estuary. Only a forty minute journey in total. Fowey has a reputation as being quite salubrious and I can see why. The town is scattered with beautiful gift shops, bakeries and restaurants. The sea on the south coast is very calm and still so if waves and surf are more your thing then it’s only a fifty five drive to the north coast and areas such as Newquay

and Padstow. So what about next year?? Well, I hope as life gradually returns to normal that holidaying in England will remain popular and not be viewed as second best. A five and a half hour drive takes you to a different world – a world where my years of Cornish dreams became a reality and undoubtedly I will return… I will simply have to because I never got chance to sample their famous pasties!

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THIS ISSUE WE ARE GOING GREEK! Meet our beautiful Greek friend, Sofia. Sofia was born in Athens and lived an idyllic life in the ancient capital until she met an Englishman! She now lives with her family in Barnsley but loves and reveres her Greek heritage. She enjoys spoiling her family and friends with her traditional Greek recipes and we are delighted she has been so kind to share a couple – with her mum’s and sister’s approval of course, who still live in Athens!

My mum’s Greek Moussaka Prepare the aubergines

Assemble the dish

Wash and slice the aubergines. Heat a frying pan over a high heat. Drizzle 4 tbsp of the sunflower oil over the slices of aubergine and fry them in several batches for 5-7 mins or until golden brown and beginning to soften. If they look a little dry during cooking, add a dash more oil. Set aside on a plate lined with kitchen paper.

Prepare the potatoes Peel and slice the potatoes. You can deep fry them, shallow fry them or simply bake them in the oven. However you decide to cook them, make sure you place them on a plate lined with kitchen paper to absorb any excess oil.

Prepare the mince meat Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large flameproof casserole dish or saucepan over a medium-high heat. Add the mince and fry until a deep golden brown, regularly stirring and breaking up with a wooden spoon. Add the chopped garlic and the sliced onion. After about 5-7 mins, the onion will be all translucent. Add the tomato puree and let it coat the mince for a minute. Optional here is to add half a glass of cognac and leave it for another minute for the alcohol to evaporate. Tip in the

Ingredients for the mince

chopped tomatoes, the sugar, the bay leaves, the cinnamon stick and season with salt and pepper. Lower the heat, cover the saucepan and let it gently simmer for 25-30 mins, until all the juices have turned into a nice thick mince sauce.

Prepare my mum’s super easy béchamel: Add the milk and the flour in a blender and mix until they both come together. Add the mixture in a saucepan and turn the heat to low. It is important that you keep stirring the béchamel, as it catches at the bottom really easily. It will start thicken quite quickly. When it gets to a thick consistency, take it off the heat, season it with salt and pepper, add the nutmeg, the butter, the egg yolk and the parmesan.

Lazy Bougatsa Method Turn the oven on 180’C Fan. Lightly butter a large rectangular ovenproof dish. Take every fylo pastry sheet, scrunch it up like a newspaper and place it in the dish. Brush the fylo sheets over with the melted butter and bake it in the oven for 10 mins. While this is cooking, in a large bowl, mix the milk, eggs, sugar, vanilla and zest. After the 10 mins in the oven, take the dish out and poor over the mixture. Bake it for further 40 mins until beautifully golden. Serve with icing sugar and ground cinnamon on top.

Lightly butter a large, deep rectangular ovenproof dish. Add a layer of potatoes, a layer of aubergines, spoon the mince meat into the dish and spread out evenly. Add the rest of the potatoes followed by the rest of the aubergines. Finish with the béchamel, smoothing the top over with a palette knife. Add breadcrumbs on the top and more parmesan if you like. Put the dish in the centre of the oven and cook on 180C for 50 mins or until deep golden brown. If it browns too much during cooking, cover the dish with some foil. Set aside for 10 mins to cool before serving. Enjoy! EDITOR’S NOTE: When Sofia gave me the recipe I had to double check one of the ingredients - beef mince. I had always eaten, and associated moussaka with lamb mince. Sofia was surpised at this and even held a zoom meeting with her mum in Athens and Auntie in Samos to discuss this key issue! They reassured me that the authentic recipe is definitely beef, as lamb mince would be too oily alongside the other fried elements. Even Vefa Alexiadou says beef and she knows! Perhaps lamb is often used because that’s what we tend to associate with Greek cuisine. Why not try both and you decide...

Ingredients 2 packets of fylo pastry 250gr of butter , melted 750 ml of full fat milk 250gr of caster sugar 4 medium sized eggs 1tbsp Vanilla extract Optional: zest of one orange Icing sugar Ground cinnamon

Olive oil 1 big red onion 2 garlic cloves 800gr of beef mince meat 2 tbsp of tomato puree 800gr of chopped tin tomatoes 2 bay leaves 1 cinnamon stick Optional: 50ml of cognac

Ingredients for the béchamel 1lt semi skimmed milk at room temperature 1tsp of grated nutmeg 130gr of plain flour 1 egg yolk 40gr of parmesan 40gr of unsalted butter

Other Ingredients Sunflower oil 4 big Maris Piper potatoes, peeled and sliced 3 good sized aubergines, sliced Unsalted butter to coat the dish Salt and pepper Optional: 50 gr of breadcrumbs

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Making a Difference One Space at a Time A new scheme is flourishing at The Ridings thanks to a partnership between the shopping centre and Wakefieldbased visual arts charity, The Art House. The Makey Wakey project uses the strapline "Making a difference one space at a time". It's objective? To reinvigorate empty spaces within the shopping centre with temporary exhibitions, installations, studio spaces, and other notfor-profit activities. "Our vision is to create a new kind of eco-system within the shopping centre environment that sees spaces used in a cycle of both community and commercial use. In essence, we're exploring practical ways to reimagine the role of the high street" says The Art House's Jen Garrick. The project and its spaces are continually evolving as new ideas are tested and a range of not-for-profit tenants take

advantage of the (free and lowcost) units on offer. Currently in residence with Makey Wakey are The Real Junk Food Project, Ecobaby, Crafting4Good, and

The Merrie Collective, a group of graduate photographers and creatives newly established in the city, amongst others. The Art House is keen to hear

from anyone with a creative business idea they would like to test out, an exhibition they need a place to show, or anyone who is looking for a space that will

help them make a difference to the people of Wakefield. You can find out more about Makey Wakey at bit.ly/makeywakey

THE MERRIE COLLECTIVE

Our Diary is a project which began in June 2020 when photographer Emily Ryalls was awarded a Creative Challenge commission, by Wakefield Council. Emily seeked to use this opportunity as a means to bring other local young creatives together, during a time when we were all feeling the isolation of the current Covid-19 pandemic, and to also celebrate print and self-publishing as an alternative

to a sea of digital content. Over seven weeks, ten creatives worked collaboratively to photographically capture their unique but intertwined perspectives during lockdown with the aim to curate their images into a free, limited edition, zine publication. Not only did this project progress to create the publication “this too shall pass”, but it also birthed a new group of local creative talent - The Merrie

Collective. Four months on and they are now proud studio holders within one of the Makey Wakey units in The Ridings Centre. Launching this October, they’ve been planning a series of pop up installations, pushing the boundaries of how you can experience art in safe, accessible and most importantly enjoyable ways - starting with work produced for the

Our Diary project. You'll find Merrie Studios (home to The Merrie Collective) at Bishopgate Walk within The Ridings. You'll also find stacks of their limited-edition zine “this too shall pass”, as well as a curated gallery space showcasing a selection of the photographs and acting as the start of our October installations. “this too shall pass” is a free publication, directed by Emily Ryalls

and made possible by funding from Wakefield Council. Order online at www.merriestudios.co.uk/shop or collect from Merrie Studios. Free delivery for anyone with a Wakefield postcode. Limited edition of 500. Find us on Instagram @themerriecollective.

Free delivery for anyone with a Wakefield postcode. Limited edition of 500. Find us on Instagram @themerriecollective

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This issue’s restaurant review...

Nostalgic Kitchen at The Shepherd’s Arms Good old fashioned, traditional food in a family friendly pub The Nostalgic Kitchen at the Shepherd’s Arms in Horbury does what it says on the tin – it harks back to good old fashioned traditional food, cooked exceptionally well. My husband and I have been visiting Nostalgic Kitchen for several years, both when it was at the Horse and Jockey in Horbury Bridge and then when it moved to the Shepherd’s Arms. In my opinion, few local pubs can compete if you are looking for hearty portions of traditional food, without the bells and whistles that so often detract from the quality of the meal. The produce is locally sourced and owner and chef, Michael Oldroyd, describes his restaurant experience as ‘going to Grandma’s for tea, with no airs and pretences’ – you have to guess that Michaels grandma was a very good cook! He told me that he’s very conscious that when a customer orders a meal, it has to, not only taste good, but it has to represent value for money, as the diners have worked hard for the wages that are paying for their meal. Michael has been in the catering industry for 43 years and has served under 8 head chefs, two being Swiss trained. He’s seen

the food industry trends change from traditional food to Haute Cuisine, Nouvelle Cuisine and Infusion Cookery and felt that he wanted to return to his Yorkshire roots and bring back a bit of Nostalgia. And the Nostalgic Kitchen was born. So, what did we have when we visited Nostalgic Kitchen this time? I chose from the specials board and opted for the Drunken Lamb – slow cooked chunks of shoulder of lamb in a Black Sheep beer gravy with a homemade Yorkshire Pudding. Hubby chose the Crispy Roasted Belly Pork from the menu, which also came with a Yorkshire pudding and gravy. Both were served with delicious traditional homemade chips and vegetables, which on this occasion was mashed potatoes, red cabbage and carrots – all cooked to perfection. I don’t usually have room for a pudding, but for the sake of this review, I forced myself! Choosing again from the specials board, I couldn’t pass up the Tia Maria and dark chocolate bread and butter pudding with custard, and I was so pleased that I hadn’t passed it up, it was just delicious. Hubby, as predictable as ever, went for the Jam Roly Poly and custard from the menu. I’ve had the Roly Poly before and can vouch that it’s always a good choice.

Nostalgic Kitchen at The Shepherd’s Arms, Horbury Shepherd’s Arms, Cluntergate, Horbury WF4 5DA Telephone: 01924 276779 Opening Times: Mon: closed / Tues-Sat: 12pm-8pm / Sun: 12pm-6pm

Overall, we had a delicious meal and the only downside is that we were so full - we returned home and didn’t move from the sofa for several hours! I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Nostalgic Kitchen. The food is delicious and the service always welcoming and warm. The chef, Michael, is regularly seen checking with diners that everything is OK and, observing him moving around the room, it’s obvious that most of the diners are regulars, which is always a good sign of consistent standards.

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The restaurant felt very Covid safe, following required procedures, each table having a bottle of sanitiser and lots of space between tables. The usual menu is traditional, with dishes such as Slow Cooked Shin Beef, Bangers and Mash, Fish and Chips (in a beer batter), fish Pie, Corned Beef Hash, Pie of the Day and Shepherds Pie, but all have Michaels own individual stamp. The specials board often throws up delights such as Pan Fried tuna Loin, Fish cakes with Cornish Crab and Canadian Lobster, Lambs Liver & Onion and Poached Haddock fillet in Michaels classic Thermidor sauce. There are many more dishes that I could mention but suffice to say, I’ve never been disappointed. A senior citizens menu is available Monday to Friday (excluding Thursday) 12pm – 5pm Choose from: Fish & Chips, Bangers & Mash, Corned Beef Hash, Scampi, chicken Dinner and Shepherd Pie for £8.00 What did we pay? Drunken Lamb: £14.00, Crispy Belly Pork: £13.00, Tia Maria & Dark Chocolate Bread & Butter Pudding with custard: £4.50 and Jam Roly Poly with custard: £4.50

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How to avoid being scammed over the phone We’ve all had phone calls that we have felt uneasy about. Some of us have managed to avoid the scam, but others have unfortunately fallen prey to the scam. Criminals are getting ever more devious and the scams increasingly sophisticated in the attempt to con people out of money. Here are some of the scams that everyone should be aware of with advice about how to stay as safe as possible

Cold calling Cold calls are unsolicited phone calls from companies trying to sell you something, even though you haven’t bought anything from them before. Cold calls aren’t as such illegal or scams, but if you haven’t given permission for the business to contact you, they can be annoying and frustrating, and you may get repeated calls from the same business. One way to reduce the number of cold calls you get is to register with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS) which is easy to do and free. It won’t necessarily stop scammers, but it should reduce cold callers as they can receive hefty fines if they continue to call you after being reported. It’s a legal requirement for businesses not to call a TPS registered number after 28 days after. You can register with the TPS by ringing them on 0345 070 0707 or online on their website: www.tpsonline.org.uk

Common types of phone scams It can be hard to tell the difference between a scam and cold calling. However, it's good to know some of the typical tricks that scammers use so you can be prepared.

Bank scams Someone may call claiming to be from your bank telling you there’s a problem with your card or account. The caller will often sound professional and try to convince you that your card has been cloned or that your money is at risk. They may ask for your account and card details, including your PIN number, and even offer to send a courier to collect your card. They may also advise transferring your money to a ‘safe account’ to protect it. This is a common scam. Your bank would never ask you to do this, to give personal information over the telephone or to move money. If you are in any doubt, go into a local branch of your bank and ask them. Alternatively, use a different phone to ring your bank and ask them if they have called you.

Computer repair scams A scammer may call you claiming to be from the helpdesk of a wellknown IT firm, such as Microsoft. They’ll tell you that your computer

has a virus and will ask you to download ‘anti-virus software’, possibly at a cost. This turns out to be spyware, used to get your personal details. Legitimate IT companies never contact customers this way.

Compensation calls This is a call from a company asking about a car accident you’ve supposedly had claiming you may be entitled to compensation. Some of these could be genuine companies looking for business but others are scammers. Don’t engage in these calls. If you’ve had an accident, call your own insurance company on the phone number provided on your policy.

HMRC & council tax scams These calls can be frightening. You may get a call from someone claiming to be from HMRC (taxman/Revenue and Customs) or your local council, saying there is an issue with your tax refund or an unpaid tax or council tax bill. They may leave a message and ask you to call back. Again, don’t be fooled by this and DON’T call them back or press a number on your phone to go through to a specific department. HMRC or your local authority would never contact you this way and would never ask you to reveal personal financial information such as your bank account details. If in

over the phone, even if the caller claims to be from your bank. • Hang up. If you feel harassed or intimidated, or if the caller talks Pensions and over you without giving you a investment scams chance to speak, end the call. It This is usually a call about an may feel rude to hang up on 'unmissable' investment someone, but you have the right opportunity, or offering you the not to be pressurised into opportunity to access your pension anything. cash earlier. • Ring the organisation. If you're Nuisance calls about pensions are unsure whether the caller is now illegal. If you receive a cold call genuine, you can always ring the about your pension, report it to the company or bank they claim to be Information Commissioner's Office from. Make sure you find the on 0303 123 1113 or go online at number yourself and don’t use the www.ico.org.uk one provided by the caller. • Don't be rushed. Scammers will try to rush you into providing your ‘Anti-scam’ scams personal details. They may say This is a call from someone claiming they have time-limited offer or to be from a charity supporting scam claim your bank account is at risk victims, a company selling anti-scam if you don't give them the technology, or from someone information they need right away. demanding money to renew your Telephone Preference Service What should I do if I’ve registration, which is actually free and you only need to register once. been a victim of a phone Be alert to all of these. doubt, get the number for HMRC or your local authority and ring them yourselves.

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What should I do if I get a scam call? Older people are often a target for scammers, so it's important to be aware of phone scams and how to handle them. Fortunately, there are things you can do to protect yourself: • Don't reveal personal details. Never give out personal or financial information (such as your bank account details or your PIN)

Scammers are constantly finding new ways to trick people and phone scams are changing all the time. If you’ve been the victim of a scam don’t be embarrassed to report it. It can happen to anyone. Report the scam to the police and also Action Fraud by telephone on: 0300 123 2040 or online at: www.actionfraud.police.uk The information you give to Action Fraud can help track down the scammer.

What can I do to help protect myself? Register your landline and your mobile phone with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). To register your mobile phone, text 'TPS' and your email address to 85095. Talk to your phone provider to see what privacy services and callblocking services are available, although you may need to pay for some of these services. If you’re concerned about whether a scheme or offer is legal or legitimate, contact the Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133 or Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 for advice.

Number spoofing - be aware Scammers now have the technology to mimic an official telephone number so it comes up on your caller ID display (if you have one on your phone). This can trick you into thinking the caller is really from a legitimate organisation, such as a bank or utility company. If you’re in any doubt, hang up and call the organisation directly. If possible, call them from different phone as scammers can keep the phone line open, so that even if you hang up and call the organisation directly, the line may still be connected to the scammer. If it’s not possible to use another phone then wait for at least 10 minutes before you call.

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Preparing your pets for firework season Fireworks are used throughout the year to mark significant seasonal celebrations including Bonfire Night, Halloween, New Year’s Eve and Diwali. Whilst they are enjoyable for humans to watch, pets can often get scared of the loud bangs and bright flashes. Preparing your pet early can make a significant difference and will help your pet cope throughout the seasonal events – start preparing now! There are several precautions we can put in place to help our pets and to ease their stress when fireworks light up the skies: Purchase a pheromone adaptor Placed throughout the home, a pheromone spray, and/ or adaptor, can help ease your pet’s anxiety and stress. A pheromone is a natural chemical which triggers a social response in members of the same species, and often promotes a calming effect. Please contact us for advice on the best one to suit your pet.

alone and becomes stressed, they could become destructive or panic and injure themselves. Ensure your pet has access to freshwater You should ensure your pet has access to freshwater. Anxious dogs can pant more than normal, resulting in a greater thirst. Make sure your pet is microchipped It is important to ensure your pet is microchipped as, if spooked, they could run away. If your pet is already microchipped make sure your contact details are up to date so that you can be reunited if the worst happens.

This could be into the house, shed or garage space. If you are unable to bring them inside, you should consider covering their hutch in some blankets and a waterproof sheet to dampen the noise. If you are covering their hutch, please remember to leave a suitable gap for ventilation.

some additional bedding in with them so that they can burrow into it and hide. Don’t punish “bad behaviour” You should not punish bad behaviour if your pet is scared. Instead, you should stay calm and demonstrate to your pet that there isn’t anything to worry

about. This will help restore normal behaviour.

For further information visit www.rspca.org.uk/fireworks

Provide bedding for your pet to snuggle in If you have a small pet, in a hutch, put

Close curtains, blinds, windows and keep doors closed Loud bangs and bright flashes can scare pets. By keeping your windows, doors and blinds closed, sounds can be can dampened. Also, if you have a cat and they are in the house, don’t forget to lock their Provide hiding places within cat flap to stop them getting your home Ensure there are plenty of hiding outside. places around the house for Walk your dog early your pet, particularly for cats, If you usually take your dog out e.g.: in the evening, or for a late-night Top of the cupboard – make sure it is safe and there’s ample stroll, you should avoid being amount of room for them to rest out when fireworks start – switching up your routine ahead Underneath a bed – make a of forthcoming events, so it’s small space, whilst ensuring it not a sudden change, will is safe support this. You should also A raised shelf – clear a space ensure they are kept on a lead, on a bookshelf or on top of a as startled dogs can run off chest of drawers without warning. Inside of a box – you may have an old box in the garage or loft Consider bringing small animals which you can dig out inside Loud noises can be stressful for Stay at home with your pets Staying in with your pet will help small animals, particularly if calm their fears. Your presence they are living in hutches outside. If you have a rabbit or and attention will comfort them guinea pig, you should consider and distract them from the background noise. If a pet is left moving their hutches inside.

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the ideal client hotspots to ensure a successful campaign. Once target areas were identified, the proposed distribution maps were sent over to the team at Life Newspapers to view and approve. It is at this stage that a clients personal knowledge of the area can be used to tweak the distribution area. Once the target areas are finalised and agreed on, we split up the area into specific routes, and maps are printed for our teams to follow.

On receipt of the publication, our distributors are put into teams and allocated specific areas and maps. Each distributor carries their own tracker which downloads their This was then passed to our location and movements to our planning manager John, who software. The client is given a used our software, the link to their own secure section demographic information and a strong area knowledge to identify of our site so they can monitor

the distribution teams both in real time and historically. The tracking software is so accurate you can see the distributors walking up and down the drives of houses and can see when and where they go for lunch! The Life Newspaper team are updated regularly so they know exactly where we are and which areas have been covered. They are able to access the live tracking maps whilst the distribution is underway and for up to 12 months afterwards, so they are able to confirm delivery to their advertisers. It takes a team of 6, 4 days to complete the Wakefield Life full distribution map and the same for the Barnsley Life distribution. Full tracking maps and data reports are provided for each tracker/distributor.

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WELCOME TO WAKEFIELD Life

A brand new newspaper, hand delivered specifically to areas with a higher concentration of older residents. Professionally distributed and GPS tracked by www.evolution-yorkshire.co.uk The Wakefield Life newspaper is published and distributed to homes and businesses every two months. Our target reader is typically enjoying retirement, with fewer financial commitments, such as mortgages and loans, and

with more disposable income. They have more time to spend on leisure, entertainment and home improvements and are receptive to advertising. Wakeﬁeld Life is distributed across Wakeﬁeld and

surrounding areas and is GPS tracked to ensure it lands where its intended. The newspaper supports Age UK Wakeﬁeld and Wakeﬁeld Hospice as much as possible, giving them a platform to publish relevant

editorial and create awareness. 10,000 copies are printed on high quality news print, in a reader friendly tabloid format giving a large print area which is desireable within this age group.

WHY ADVERTISE WITH US? • The 50+ market is continuing to be the most affluent and fast growing sector in the UK. • People over 50 are more likely to be enjoying ﬁnancial freedom, with zero or small mortgages. The over 50’s own 80% of all private wealth in the UK. • This older age group are the fastest growing segment of internet users and are highly responsive to advertising.

• The Life newspapers are effective marketing tools for your business, offering a highly targeted, low cost means of getting your business name and products to over 20,000 prospective customers. • We can help you acquire new customers, expand your business into new areas and let new and existing customers know about your new products, special offers and promotions.

• Each issue is full of useful, relevant and informative editorial speciﬁcally for people planning for, or enjoying their retirement. • Ask us about special editorial features and advertorials - relevant editorial can make a big difference to the response of your advertisement. • A professional design and artwork service is available to our advertisers free of charge.

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When the pandemic hit, Community First Respo nder, Shaun Allatt, from Castle ford, was eager to dedica te his energies where it would have greatest benefit. He didn’t hesitate to ask to be furloughed in order to volunteer full time for the Yorkshire Ambul ance Service as a First Respo nder, and his employer, XPO in Normanton, backed him completely, allowin g him to furlough with other employees and arranging for his work covered by other memb to be ers of staff.

when he saw an advert soon afterwards, to train as a first responder, he knew that by training up and volunt eering his time, he would be able to make a real differe nce. He says he has the backing of his whole family, and when he gets a call to respond, his two 9 year old twin daughters run around (left) Shaun Allatt with helping him get ready. wife Jen and twins Shaun’s dedication to his Lilly & Jasmin voluntary work with Yorkshire Ambulance Service, (above) Bouquet Joanne Michael, site and his of eagerness to give up flowers supplied manager at XPO, said his by “As a furloughed time at Amaryllis Foral Desig company, we have home tried to n earned him a nomin promote a sense of ation community and selection as the Photographs by during this difficult winner time and of Wakefield Life’s Big Niamh Donnelly have fully supported Thank Shaun in his You bouquet, which First Aid Trainer at work. endeavours to provid is We e a much working full time for awarded to someone consider Shaun a real XPO. The needed voluntary service for asset to the spark which drove making a big differe within company and we are nce in the his interest in the NHS and Yorksh extremely ire Ambulance proud of community or to someo applying for this role, him”, Joanne said. Service.” ne’s life. was when he The Wakefield Life team witnessed an incide Shaun qualified as nt outside a feel it’s “Shaun has now also a Community local very much deserved. supermarket, when First Responder last Thank you to undertaken extra trainin a lady year and Amaryllis Floral Design g needed CRP and he volunteers with the for sponsored by XPO to went to help. Yorkshire qualify as a spons He oring describes the wait for Ambulance Service, and providing the Big the whilst also Thank You beautiful ambulance as excruc bouquet of iating, so flowers.

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