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Welcome The temperature has dropped and the countdown to Christmas has begun!

This issue is packed with something for everyone, from warming Christmas recipes, to Christmas gift ideas for treating the ones we love.

This is our last edition for 2022, we would like to thank all our readers and advertisers for your support in 2022 and wish all of you a very Happy Christmas and Healthy and Prosperous New Year.

Let 2023 be the year of living your dreams…....

We always welcome input from our readers and advertisers, so if you have a story or event that you think would make interesting reading then please get in touch and tell us about it.

WE ARE RECRUITING - GET FIT & GET PAID Our Lifestyle are looking for more people to hand deliver our magazine 6 times a year through letterboxes in the local areas of Halesowen, Kidderminster, Hagley, Pedmore & surrounding areas in Stourbridge.

If you are interested please give Linda a call on 07841 431446.

Home

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Health

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Hair & Beauty

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Fashion

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Weddings

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Education

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Travel

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Food & Drink

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Leisure

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Gardens

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Christmas

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Horoscopes

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Crosswords

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Classified

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Motoring

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Funerals Finance & Legal

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Danielle Scandrett

Linda Farren

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Managing Director 07841 431446

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Feature Writers: Bob Hickman, Jennifer Suzanne, Mike Whitehurst, Rebecca Underwood, Sally Mansell.

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Jennifer Suzanne Interiors

The Christmas Shop

My top 2022 trend tips to make your home look fabulous this Christmas! www.jennifersuzanne.co.uk 07977330011

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Our Home Light it up LED lights seem to get smaller every year and this makes it possible to add in garlands, wreaths or even trees with strings of led lights already fitted, so there’s less faffing and plugging in. Gorgeous Led light up stars look beautiful on a fire place mantle and the warm glow of led lights makes the room feel so cozy and welcoming. It’s certainly not Christmas without adding lots of string lighting ambience around the home!

Flocked snow covered trees Flocked, fake and fabulous Christmas tree’s are trending this season.

You may be wondering What is a flocked tree? They are artificial Christmas trees that have been dusted or flocked with a generous amount of fake snow.

Christmas Trends for 2022 Farmhouse Neutrals

To decorate a flocked tree can be as simple or as lavish as you like. You can just leave it natural and just let the flocking do the talking or you can use the wintery fake snow as a neutral background to offset your colourful ornaments.

In keeping with the popular natural country farmhouse interior decor, decorate this Christmas with white, black, navy, natural wood tones, and other neutrals which can all look just as effective and festive as more traditional Christmas colour’s.

The best Christmas decor is the kind that matches your existing home colour scheme.

You don't have to go all out on red and green if that's not your normal year-round aesthetic.

Natural & Woodland creatures Nature inspired Christmas décor including natural materials like pinecones, flowers and dried fruit. A woodland theme opens the door for decorations depicting many of nature’s creatures, including woodland mice, deer, birds and other forest animals.

Woodland animals, are dressed with cosy knit jumpers and holding presents & snowballs are so popular for decoration and add so much fun and personality to your Christmas tree décor, it bring’s your tree to life.

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DIY décor and craft classes

trends for 2022, It ticks all the boxes fun, eco friendly, and easy to make! Choose honeycomb shaped trees, hearts, baubles in colourful rich emeralds and burgundy shades.

It’s been a key trend for all year seasons and seem to be even more popular for Christmas holiday décor.

Last year I was lucky enough to attend a fabulous Christmas door wreath making class and I certainly see this as becoming growing trend of DIY decor and getting creative and making your own Christmas displays back by popular demand for 2022. Look out for your local floristry shop for Christmas wreath workshops.

With the nights drawing in, it’s a great time to get to grips with learning a new craft and planning to make your own decorations you’ve always liked the look of, from crochet, lino cutting to macramé. I would of course recommended making your own door wreath and decorations as it so rewarding to do.

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Our Home Frost and Mint

tables.

Frosted glass ornaments and minty colours play perfectly with the winter theme. They look great with traditional pine greens or decorating a frosted or flocked Christmas tree.

I hope you enjoyed my Christmas decoration suggestions. If you have an interior project you need advising on, help with styling your home ready for Christmas please get in touch with Jennifer via the contact details below.

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Also all Christmas products imagery are available to order direct to your home. Please contact Jennifer on 07977330011 or email Jennifer@jennifersuzanne.co.uk for more information on pricing and sizing.

It's really all about the candles this year!

Beautiful tapered candles in candlesticks are set to be a key part of the 2022 Christmas table scape.

It’s a great way to support small businesses by sourcing original designs. I love some more of the quirky designs on the market in two tone colours, twisted shaped and embellished candles to add a pop of colour to Christmas

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Furnished for quality in all styles, colours and textures and can even offer stain resistant options.

As the days get colder and the nights get darker, being comfy and cosy at home is what we all want to be. Snuggled up on the sofa with a festive film, or reading a good book.

And here at Park Lane Furnishings, creating that perfect sofa for you, is what we do.

Visitors to our showroom can be inspired by our interior designed room sets with many different sofa styles on show, and can also take time browsing fabrics in our newly refurbished design studio.

Since 2011 we have gained a strong reputation for high quality service and impeccable workmanship, all at an affordable price. Every sofa is made bespoke for you, in any size or fabric you desire. Not only that, but we are proud to be a British Manufacturer, with everything made here in the West Midlands.

Why not pop down for a browse, explore our ranges and be inspired. Even better that if you order within the next few weeks, you would have your brand new sofa in time for Christmas!

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As the weather gets colder and we’re all thinking about our rocketing energy bills, we’re taking a leaf out of our own book at Mez Design UK and creating a garden room to work from and spend quality time with the family, in amongst nature.

This is how the business started way back in 2001, creating a workspace for my wife to balance her growing business and young children and here we are again 21 years later, doing it in our new house.

Best of all, it’ll soon be Christmas and with a large family, space is always at a premium, so it’s likely that a few of the younger ones may well be camping out in it. And of course, when the house gets just a bit too noisy, the adults will also be heading out for their own peaceful adventure.

We’re locating the garden room in a small, wooded area which forms part of our garden. Well, you’d expect nothing less from a carpenter who has spent over 35 years developing his passion for wood!

The garden rooms are so thermally efficient, we’ll use significantly less energy than heating the whole house,

You can follow our progress on social media on our Facebook and Instagram pages @medesignuk where we’ll tell the story of how a Mez Design Garden Room is created.

And if you want to see more of our bespoke garden room projects visit our new website www.mezdesignuk.com. You can even take a 360 tour of our largest one including a gym, sauna and bar.

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Our Health

Is it time to treat your ears to an MOT? The warm days of summer may be a distant memory as we head into winter and the festive period, but there’s no better time to give your ears a Winter MOT.

and most professional ear wax removal service and also that important time for you to talk to us about your individual listening needs over a cup of coffee.

Why miss out the sound of carol singers, the laughter shared with the family on Christmas Day or just the simple crackle of logs on the fire. At Hear in Hagley, Hear in Wombourne and Hear in Rubery we are passionate and dedicated to bringing every day, simple sounds back to life.

Why not let Jo and the team at Hear in Hagley, Sophie and the team at Hear in Wombourne or Marie at Hear in Rubery see if they can help?

Quite often it’s the clarity of speech that we lose first and this can start in our 50’s. However, it can take many years for hearing loss to develop.

We may start to accuse people of mumbling, stuggle to hear in background noise or blame the quality of some tv programs when in fact its our own ears that the problem. If things are ‘loud enough but not clear’ it might be time to have a check of your hearing.

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Let us help you enjoy the sound of the Festive period and every season. Enjoy the simple sounds that can make a big difference!

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We offer FREE hearing assessments so if you know someone that may not be hearing so well perhaps it’s time for a visit to your local ‘Hear in’ clinic.

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It might just be ear wax and the great news is that this is easily fixed. If it’s a hearing solution you need, we can advise you on the very latest technology. With interest free finance you can even spread the cost and our 60-day money back guarantee allows plenty of time to try your hearing aids out in the situations you’ve been missing out on so there’s nothing to lose We are a family run independent hearing care business and are proud to be able to offer the very latest in hearing aid technology, the best 20

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Our Health

How Hypnotherapy Could Help You Having suffered with anxiety in the past, working in high pressure sales roles, whilst managing the demands of two young children. I understand how stress can impact every aspect of our lives, leading to weight gain, panic attacks, insomnia and negative self-talk.

Louise Squires HPD, DSFH, MNCH (Reg.) AfSFH (Reg.), MHS (Reg.)

I work with clients with anxiety, depression, weight management, phobias, sleep problems, confidence issues, imposter syndrome and many other areas. I help my clients to identify and work with their inner skills and resources, to help them to realise their potential and ability to make positive changes.

As a solution focused hypnotherapist, I help people to make significant, positive changes in their lives in a short period of time. I help my clients focus on what they want to achieve rather than on their problems. Sometimes clients feel a certain way, but they don’t know the reason why, or they don’t want to talk about why they feel the way they do.

I offer a free initial consultation if you would like to find out more about how hypnotherapy could help you, please get in touch.

Appointments are available at my clinic in Bromsgrove and I also offer online appointments, if preferred.

Face to Face Appointments at my office:

9-11 New Road, Bromsgrove B60 2JF F

Or Online appointments available if preferred

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FACIAL HAIR

Aesthetics

Our Health

A-Z of skin Excessive hair growth (Hirsutism) Hirsutism is when women have thick, dark hair on their face, neck, chest, tummy, lower back, buttocks or thighs. It would be advisable to consult your GP as this could signal a medical issue that may be treatable.

hormone levels.

Longer-lasting hair removal The two effective treatments are:

Causes of Hirsutism

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An increase in hormones called androgens causes Hirsutism. And if your body is sensitive to the increased hormones, you may develop symptoms.

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If you have lighter, more delicate hair on your face or body, it's probably not Hirsutism. It's vellus hair, fluffy and downy in texture and is entirely natural. However, some women have more than others, and it may be an issue on a cosmetic level. Vellus is more common as we age, particularly after menopause. Solutions such as Dermaplaning or electrolysis can help.

Rarely can Hirsutism be caused by:

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Medicines, prescribed and not.

Anabolic steroids.

CBD oil.

Hormonal conditions like Cushing's syndrome and Acromegaly.

A tumour.

FOLLICULITIS What exactly is folliculitis?

Folliculitis is a common skin infection that develops in the hair follicles. And can appear anywhere on the skin, except for our palms and soles.

Excessive hair should always be investigated.

Treatments for Hirsutism Your GP may suggest: • • •

Electrolysis – To help remove white facial hair.

Laser hair removal - To manage excess hair growth.

Research the treatments and book a consultation with a reputable clinic, such as Reflect. Because having an experienced laser technician who fully understands the implications of Hirsutism is vital for long-term management.

The most common cause is polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). PCOS is a condition affecting the ovaries that can cause symptoms such as acne and irregular periods. Sometimes there's no apparent cause, except for the excessive hair. Still, it needs investigation by your doctor because it can potentially cause fertility issues.

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Lisa Evans Reid Clinical Director at Reflect

How to recoginse folliculitis?

Losing weight – to help control hormone levels.

Eflornithine cream to slow hair growth.

Contraceptive pill to help control

An outbreak can look similar to acne; overthe-counter treatments may irritate and lead to ingrown hairs. Therefore seek professional advice.

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Our Health Hirsutism

Folliculitis

How did I get folliculitis?

How can I get rid of folliculitis?

You get folliculitis when you damage your hair follicles. Once damaged, it's easy for germs to get inside the follicles and cause an infection.Also called pseudofolliculitis or razor bumps, men often see these on the beard area when they shave; it's the bikinis line with women.

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A healthy immune system

When shaving, plucking, or waxing causes the infection, you'll want to stop doing these things for 30 days. Use a clean razor and clean the skin before shaving.

You can damage your hair follicles by rubbing your skin, wearing tight clothing, shaving and skin chafing. When your skin is damp and hot, it's easier to damage your hair follicles and get infected.

Once folliculitis is under control it can be treated with laser to remove ingrown hairs and the hairs causing issue.

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Our Health

The Gables – A Brand New Care Home Coming to Hagley this Autumn OPEN DAYS

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The Gables Care Home in Hagley, Worcestershire is welcoming their very first residents this Autumn transforming a site that has been many months in development into a state-of-the-art care home oozing warmth, hospitality and exceptional care.

As well as residential care and the opportunity for short stays, The Gables has a community dedicated to the care of people living with dementia – the single aim is to build on people’s abilities and life experience to help them live active and fulfilled lives.

The Gables provides residential and respite care alongside support for people living with dementia offering a real ‘home from home’ experience. The people living and working at The Gables enjoy exceptional facilities with a chance to be involved in a variety of social activities which mirror their interests and hobbies. In addition, the home’s very own minibus is available for trips out to local shops and places of interest. There is the opportunity to watch a nostalgic movie in the cinema, be pampered in the hair and beauty salon or simply to relax in a variety of comfortable lounges or the café bar. Each bedroom is comfortable, light and spacious with a walk-in shower room and thoughtfully furnished with older people in mind. There are also a limited number of care suites each with an en-suite bedroom and separate lounge with compact kitchenette – ideal for couples, or singles

The Gables is one of the latest ‘jewels in the crown’ for Cinnamon Luxury Care which has recently been recognised as one of the Top 20 large care home groups in the UK by independent reviews website Carehome.co.uk based entirely on feedback from residents families and friends.

To find out more about our limited PreOpening Promotion at The Gables and to book a tour of the home, call Mike on 01562 245108 or email gables.enquiries@cinnamoncc.com.

Mike will also be able to tell you about Parkfield Grange, Cinnamon’s other established care home in nearby Stourbridge. www.cinnamoncc.com/westmidlands

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WE OFFER A VARIETY OF NON-SURGICAL AESTHETIC TREATMENTS. Anti-Wrinkle Treatments Dermal Fillers Semi-Permanent Make-up Skin Rejuvenation Laser Treatments & Much More.

Gift Vouchers Available for Christmas.

Treat a loved one.

Tel: 01384 444 261 www.esteemcosmeticclinic.co.uk

One of the leading experts in non-surgical skincare in the West Midlands Esteem Cosmetic are leading experts in anti-ageing, cosmetic and medical aesthetics. Free consultations are offered in a safe medical clinic, where we can design a treatment bespoke to you.

Offering Anti Wrinkle injections, Hydrafacial, CACI Non Surgical Facelift, Skin Rejuvenation, Laser Hair Removal, Semi Permanent Makeup, and so much more.

Exciting News!

We will be opening our new sister clinic in Wombourne Village in November offering a range of Aesthetic, Facial and Body Treatments and Laser Hair Removal.

Look out for launch day on our Facebook and Instagram page.

Browse our website or Call us today Tel. 01384 444261 www.esteemcosmeticclinic.co.uk Stourbridge Clinic: 158 Hagley Road, Oldswinford, Stourbridge DY8 2JL Wombourne Clinic: Maypole House, 29 Maypole Street, Wombourne WV5 9JB

LIPS: Before & After

DEBORAH MITCHELL

“I have dedicated my life to creating revolutionary skincare treatments which have transformed the way my clients both look and feel. And now, I’m delighted to offer professional advanced fillers in addition to the specialist treatments already available at my Shifnal-based salon, Heaven Medi-Spa and at Harvey Nicols at the Mailbox in Birmingham”.

HEAVEN AESTHETICS “People are increasingly worried about the shape of their facial features and fillers are a massively effective tool in making a real difference. Although I am primarily a holistic therapist I want to bring my clients all treatments that will make them look and feel their best.”

And, Deborah is fully qualified to perform the treatment after achieving the highest possible accreditation from the UK’s leading training school: “I’m thrilled to be able to offer fillers which create a really natural and flattering look no matter where they are being injected and my clients have been amazed by how just a small amount of filler can enhance their entire face.”

Deborah also uses fillers to perform treatments which offer clients a real alternative to surgery: “Using fillers I’m able to offer treatments like ‘Russian Lips’ and ‘Twinkle Nose’ as well as non-surgical facelifts. I can also use the fillersto change features that

clients are unhappy with, like a hook nose, as well as being able to use fat removal injections to reduce unwanted fat in the cheeks and jaw line.”

Ironically, Deborah first trained in collagen injections at the age of 22 years old, but refused to carry out the treatment once she learned that they were created using un-natural ingredients.

Of course, there is a full range of expert skin-beautifying treatments at Heaven and Deborah has ensured that each is priced competitively so that everyone has the opportunity to look and feel amazing.

“I really feel lucky to have been able to look after so many people’s faces for so long and whether it’s one of my loyal customers at Heaven or a celebrity client it is a real privilege to make everyone look incredible,” adds Deborah.

ALSO AVAILABLE, HEAVEN SYMMETRY FACE LIFT:

, PRICES START VERY REASONABLY BUT MAKE A MASSIVE IMPACT DUE TO NOT NEEDING TOO MANY TREATMENTS. IN THE FACE YOU STAY YOU BUT YOUNGER.

Treatments: • Gummy smile • Smokers lines • Down-turned corners • Lip flip • Jawline slimming • Chemical brow lift • Pebbled chin • Bunny lines • Neck lift • Hyperhydrosis- Armpit sweating

DERMAL FILLER: • Nose Reshaping • Marionette line reduction • Nasal fold reduction • Lip enhancement • Chin reconstruction • Cheek bone definition • Smile line reduction • Tear trough • Jawline definition

TEAR TROUGH

BASIC ANTI-WRINKLE INJECTION • Crows feet (x1 area) • Frown (x1 area) • Forehead (x1 area)

FAT DISSOLVING INJECTIONS • Double chin • Stomach • Back • Thighs • Arms

CHEEK: Before & After

NOSE: Before & After

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This year I discovered Rixo on Marylebone High St, it’s a gorgeous vintage styled dress shop, I literally had to put my hands in my pockets & I haven’t stopped lusting after a Rixo dress! I’ve added sassy ankle boots from Michael Kors which will be a staple in your party wardrobe for years. Reiss is a brand I always admire, luxe fabrics, sophisticated colours & always very stylish, I love this metallic tunic, add beautiful accessories & you are party ready.

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Winter weddings

There is nothing more romantic than a winter wedding. Snow on the ground, frost in the air and tree bowers dripping with frozen crystals while inside is warm and cosy with glowing open fires, twinkling candlelight and fulsome winter foliage.

people can actually get to the venue and that there is sufficient parking. If your wedding or reception is in a remote area do leave enough time in the agenda for people to get to the destination in case of bad weather that might slow them down. It might be worth considering having your ceremony and reception at the same venue, saving your guests any travel trouble if there is bad weather.

It used to be that winter was considered the “off season” but venues have now wised up to the fact that it is a popular time of year to marry so the prices can be the same as peak season especially, the week between Christmas and New Year. So if you are planning a winter wedding then it is best to embrace the season and use what is readily available to you.

Check with the venue to make sure that there is sufficient matting at the entrance point so that guests can wipe their shoes and not tread slushy footprints into the venue. Look for a venue that has plenty of space between the main entrance and the access to the reception room. That way, you’ll keep the indoor environment toasty and warm.

Make sure your venue works in the winter Obviously if you are planning a winter wedding then you should view the venue in the winter to see if it works well in the colder months. If you are attracted to venues that offer open fires with large ornate fireplaces to enhance the wintery theme, do ask then venue manager when you are viewing if the fires are working and can be lit. It is also worth checking whether you can have candles as many venue will not allow a naked flame (if not, don’t worry, you can use storm lanterns which when wreathed in winter foliage look just the part).

In the cold then guests will have coats and scarves so make sure that the venue has a cloakroom (and if possible a cloak room attendant) so that guests can leave they belongings safely.

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Our Weddings fur to complement your gown and embellish your winter wonderland look.

Decoration There are plenty of ways to decorate your venue to create a warm and cosy atmosphere.

With the sun setting early in the winter months, candles and crystals will add to wintery romance to any venue setting. To add to the ambience, consider bringing in lush, soft textures. Deep red velvety roses set amongst dark green foliage such a holly (especially with the red berries) will add a touch of luxury to the setting. Enhance this with wide velvet ribbon which you can tie around napkins or candles centrepieces. You could even tie the ribbon to the chairs and hang themed decorations such a wooden hearts of crystal snowflakes.

For shoes, go for a close-toed style (strappy heels could be hazardous in snow) as there might be ice or even worse slush on the ground. Why not have a pair of white boots which will peep out from under you dress but keep you sure footed. You could always change into the heels once you are safely at the reception venue. It may be an idea to have a pair of white snow boots that you can change in and out of to travel between venues - fun for the photographs too!

Add gloves for a touch of Hollywood glamour.

Choose a colour that complements your flowers or theme. Perhaps dress your groom in a slick suit and add a scarf in the same colour as your gloves to match the wedding colour theme.

What to wear If ever there was an excuse to use vibrant colours such as forest greens, deep crimsons and brilliant whites then certainly winter is the season to do so. You can also use heavier fabrics such a velvet or sensual silk satins. If you want lace look for the heavier variety like Battenberg lace which is more substantial and will keep you warmer. The best part of winter wedding fashion is that you can indulge in luxurious full skirts without the fear of getting too hot or weighed down with the extra fabric. Choose a style of dress that has sleeves for extra protection and warmth. ¾ sleeves in particular can look very feminine.

Winter Treats Winter weddings give you the opportunity to serve your guests something quite different and very seasonal. Serve an alternative reception drink such a mulled wine served with mini mince pie or Winter Pimms with gingerbread men decorated in white piped icing to resemble the bride or groom. For sheer decadence, serve a white hot chocolate with marshmallow dips.

For the favours you could have pots of homemade hedgerow jam for the girls and jars of chutney or pickle for the boys. Or bag up snowflake shortbread biscuits piped in white icing and tied with ribbon your wedding colours.

Accessories If you still want to wear shoulder-baring strapless gowns or slinky sheaths you will need to think carefully about your accessories so that you can keep warm and avoid shivering your way through your photography session while still looking fabulous in your dress. Envelop yourself in a stole or find a warm shawl or cashmere wrap for a look that exudes a charming winter style and essentially, keeps you warm. Look to the more substantial fabrics such as velvet or faux

With careful planning you can enjoy all the usual wedding traditions bundled up in a festive winter theme with unique elements to set your wedding apart from the norm. You and your guests will be rosy cheeked, them from the mulled wine and you from the flush of love...

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The cathedral city of Gloucester, which lies beside the River Severn, offers a fascinating insight into a rich and colourful history. King Henry II granted the city its first charter in 1155 and in 1216 Henry III was crowned king, at the age of nine, on the site of Gloucester Cathedral; the city’s most popular attraction.

I checked into the Judges Lodgings located on Spa Road. The exquisite regency building, designed by Sir Robert Smirke, who also designed the main block and façade of the British Museum, features a Cotswold stone façade, ornate balcony and cornice and dates back to the 1840’s. The Judges Lodgings offers 15 luxurious and spacious apartments with 1, 2, 3 or 4 bedrooms. I selected a one bedroom apartment, measuring 1000 sq ft, on the ground floor. The contemporary, open-plan lounge features a full size red telephone box and ultra comfy leather chairs and a plump sofa. The dining and kitchen areas are also sumptuously furnished with a modern flair and the highest level of comfort is provided throughout. The kitchen features every appliance expected including a washing machine and a dish washer and the gorgeous bathroom includes a shower and a freestanding bath tub. For those able to whip up a culinary delight in the kitchen, every gadget is at hand. Alas, my cooking skills are lacking and later that evening I decided to venture outside in search of a dining venue.

On arrival, I set off to explore Gloucester Cathedral, to gaze upon its glorious Gothic architecture and to reflect on over 1,300 years of Christian heritage.

The foundation stone of the Abbey of St Peter, now Gloucester Cathedral, was laid in 1089.

The remarkable Nave, which was completed in 1130, is 420 feet in length, 144 feet wide and the central tower rises to 225 feet with four pinnacles at the peak.

The medieval Cloisters, completed in 1367, feature the first example of fan vaulting in the UK. Devotees of Harry Potter movies will recognise this area, which was used to represent the corridors of Hogwart’s School.

I was enchanted by the enormous Great East Window, which is situated above the altar and was installed in the 1350’s.

I spotted a rather long queue of customers outside Ye Old Restaurant and Fish Shoppe on Hare Lane. Gloucester’s oldest fish and chip restaurant, thought to date back to 1530, is listed as a building of special architectural interest with exposed beams and sloping floors and I was absolutely enchanted. I ordered the succulent cod and chips and a chilled glass of Chardonnay which was served with panache.

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Our Travel Up with the larks the following morning I made my way to the Gloucester Quays, which is crammed with designer shops and outlets.

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Duck and bread sauce A beautiful alternative to turkey for this years meat option

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A newly formed team dominated their first season in National Challenge 3 Midlands West finishing top of the table. The Panthers had their first outing of the season after being newly promoted into National Challenge 2 Midlands West. Supporters gathered at Stourton Park to watch another winning display from the ladies against Wolverhampton. (22-12 to the Panthers)

2022/2023 National Challenge 2 Midlands (West) fixtures: 25/9/22 Wolverhampton (Home) 2/10/22 Dudley Kingswinford (Away) 16/10/22 Birmingham Moseley (Away) 23/10/22 Lichfield (Home) 6/11/22 Telford (Away) 13/11/22 Tamworth (Home) 4/12/22 Old Leamingtonians (Away) 11/12/22 Handsworth (Home) 18/12/22 Bournvillie (Away) 8/01/23 Dudley Kingswinford (Home) 15/01/23 Birmingham Moseley(Away) 22/01/23 Lichfield (Away) 12/02/23 Telford (Home) 19/02/23 Tamworth (Away) 12/03/23 Old Leamingtonians (Home) 19/03/23 Handsworth (Away) 2/04/23 Bournvillie (Home) 16/04/23 Wolverhampton (Away)

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What Does Your Christmas Tree Say About You? This year, it’s estimated that about 10.6 million Christmas trees, both farmed and artificial, will be sold in the UK.

Many of the decorations will hold great sentimental value to the owner, evoking memories of family days gone by, and decorating the tree is always an annual family affair, with great value placed on input from family members, both young and old.

Artificial Christmas tree sales hot up on October 30, with sales peaking in the first week of December. Most Christmas trees are up and fully decorated by December 4.

This tree owner loves Christmas tradition and thrives on the chaos associated with the festive season. Christmas allows them to shine as brightly as the star on top of their tree.

With their exceptional organisational skills, they produce superb Christmas fare, enough to feed an army, all executed with military precision, of course. Their natural warmth and flair for entertaining comes to the fore at Christmas time.

Robert Dyas has its best selection of Christmas trees this year both in-store and online, including an impressive 7-ft LED pre-lit tree, a variety of ‘real feel’ trees, plus fibre optic wonders.

Jodie Harris, known as the Robert Dyas Head Elf, has looked into its best-selling Christmas trees and identified what a person’s Christmas tree says about them. The Head Elf says: “Christmas trees are the focal point of virtually every home. We’ve listened to our shoppers and have noted some frequently recurring traits.”

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Christmas is an all-round sensory experience for the sensual ‘alpinist tree’ lover. This snowdusted Christmas creation inspires thoughts of cosy log cabins, snow-covered slopes and the heavenly aroma of pinecones burning on an open fire. Alpinists are excited by the ‘real feel’ technology of this exquisite tree.

With abundant dark green foliage and often decorated in traditional red, green and gold, the ‘natural wholesome Christmas tree’ – like its owner – represents solid family values and the true generous spirit of Christmas. This tree is the heart of the home and is a timeless classic.

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For the Alpinist, Christmas is like living in a winter wonderland Christmas card. It is all about immersing themselves in the pictureperfect magical atmosphere of the season.

Christmas Party People A tall, slim, striking ice-white Christmas tree makes a bold statement. Like their owners, these splendid trees display total design confidence with their ultra-modern take on the festive season.

A pure white tree makes for a stunning centrepiece at any Christmas party and these trees are ideally suited to someone who enjoys being the star of the show. Christmas party people are vibrant and fun loving, especially around the festive season and this fantastically coloured tree expresses their blithe spirit.

Christmas. The ‘minimalist tree’ will typically be found in a pristine home environment, such as an uber-cool urban apartment. Christmas is a chic monochromatic affair run with clockwork efficiency and the sheer simplicity is representative of the smooth running and fuss-free existence of the ‘minimalist tree’ lover.

But be warned: do not attempt to offer any décor advice! ‘Party people tree lovers’ are notoriously possessive about their trees and decorating rights are strictly exclusive to the owner. Baubles are always colour coordinated and precision in placement is key to the creation of this masterpiece.

Christmas dinner might comprise a sophisticated tray of sushi rather than a traditional Christmas turkey with all its trimmings and paraphernalia. The ‘minimalist Christmas tree’ deliberately lacks any adornment with not a bauble in sight! This tree is all about restraint in design and is perhaps the preferred choice of individuals who work in the fields of architecture or interior design.

White Christmas trees are very much on trend, appealing mostly to a younger generation of Instgrammers and Snapchatters setting up home for the first time.

Minimalist The most understated, yet stunningly stylish tree belongs to the minimalists. Like their owners, their appearance is elegant, streamlined and super-sleek.

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Disregard fanciful ideas from others and try to stick to what you know. Your brilliance lies in the experience that you have gathered in the past.

The creative and artistic side of your personality is uppermost and this could lead to a change of direction in your thinking, therefore creating a new circle of friends and acquaintances.

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You are just one short step away from finding more professional advancements. Maybe you are being headhunted or in line for a spot of promotion? Either way, you could turn out to be in favour, big time.

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Scorpio October 23 - November 22 Time is on your side, so maybe take life one step at a time. A plan or system is definitely required.

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A combined petrol engine with the electric motors is the source of power, the transition between petrol and electric is seamless, the only way you know is a little EV light on the dashboard, but the economics of the HR-V are outstanding. The petrol engine produces 107bhp, add in to that the electric motors and you have quite a powerful vehicle. The 0-60 is claimed to be about 10.6 seconds and the top speed is 105mph, which in this day and age is possibly low but then again with our speed restrictions who needs more. The claimed combined fuel figure of 52.3 mpg should be achievable, I have to be honest during my sojourn with the HR-V I averaged 67mpg, perhaps I am light footed because I tended to be able to utilise EV power an awful lot of the time. CO2 g/km is quoted at 122g/km.

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