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INSIDE THIS MONTH

Fa bu l & ous D rin Foo d k

Yealmpton Sports Day Sunday 9th September. See P3 For Details

Fabulous Food & Drink Many of our local pubs, restaurants and hotels are now starting to take bookings for Christmas parties. Check out the ‘Food & Drink’ section on pages 28-37.

Yealmpton Slimming World Due to its success, a new group has been added to the Wednesday night timetable.

See page 12 for details.

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nother month has passed and we’re through to the other side of the school

holidays! The first mention of Christmas is in this edition of the magazine as lots of our local eateries have announced their Christmas party menu’s.

I’m using this space in the magazine to help Yealmpton Athletics Association who are looking for volunteers to help with the setting up and running of their fundraising sports day on Sunday 9th September. Here’s their message: “Everyday, there are many walkers, dog owners and children who make use of our wonderful sports field. Its not a public right of way, but the Yealmpton Athletics Association pays over £1,500 per year for public liability insurance to give you the right to access the facility.

Together with fees from our sports clubs, we

few more helpers Sunday afternoon in running

need several thousand pounds a year to keep

the event. If we don’t get a few more, the event

the facility open and our main fund raisers are

might not happen.”

the duck race and sports day. There has been a very small band of helpers keeping these events

So, if you think you can help, please get in touch

running and this year in particular,

with the Yealmpton Athletics Association via

we need more help Sunday morning 9th

their Facebook page. Thanks.

September in setting up the Sports day and a Published by: Lindsay Brown YNNS. Advertising: Lindsay Brown 01752 331688 Distributed: By very lovely, local people!

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turday the 14th July in Holbeton Village Hall. programme starts at 7:30pm. Tickets on the door SUPPLY EVENT INFO FOR INCLUSION IN JULY MAG PLEASE LO C A L E V E N T S Light refreshments and ice creams will be on sale.

Saturday 8th September

Saturday 22nd September Sale of Jewellery and Accessories Yealmpton Community Methodist Three Billboards outsideHolbeton Film ClubChurch, Three Billboards outside Ebbing, and Missouri (certificate 15: very stro A sale of pre-loved jewellery accessories, Ebbing, Missouri violence, sex references) is a dark comedy drama. A mother rents thre bags, scarves, hats and all manner of lovely of many awards (certificate 15: very strong attention to her daughter's unsolved murder. Winner (Frances McDormand) and best supporting actor things’. From 10-1 in aid of CHICKS - a (Sam Rockwell) at th language, strong violence, Awards. national charity providing respite breaks to sex references) is a dark disadvantaged the UK at comedy drama. A mother September in Holbeton Village This is showing on children Saturday from the 8thacross 7pm. The programme starts at 7:30pm. Tickets on the door £4. Light retreats in Derbyshire and the South West. rents three billboards to call creams will be on sale.

There will of course be coffee and cake as attention to her daughter’s well! For more info please email: unsolved murder. Winner of Our programme for the next 3 months is: penny_punch@yahoo.co.uk many awards including best actressFriday (Frances Breathe (12A) 12th October Darkest Hour (PG) 10th November McDormand) and best supporting Saturday actor (Sam Friday 14th December Mamma Mia! Here we go again (PG) now looking likely Advance notice of event...

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A black tie event hosted by Victoria Graham from BBC Spotlight.

Saturday 8th September Yealmpton Annual Garden Show, We start with a wine tasting, followed by a Yealmpton Community Centre 2pmsuperb 3 course dinner.

5pm. Admission: Adults 50p, Children Free National Vegetable Society Plaque will be awarded to the winner of Class 74 (10 Cherry We are then holding an Auction of Promises – with a wide range of fantastic promises.

Tomatoes). Light refreshments available.

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LO C A L E V E N T S News from Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm - Follow us on Facebook and at www.dementiayealm.org Thank you for supporting us when you were shopping at Tesco’s during July and August the final result of the voting will be in a future report. Thank you also for joining and supporting us on the SeaMoor Lottery – set up to support local community projects in the South Hams and West Devon area.

It’s a weekly draw with a big prize of £25,000 and for every £1.00 ticket sold 50p goes to a local nominated charity. To support us please go to www.

SeaMoorLotto.co.uk and search for Dementia Friendly….it is a very friendly and easy website … don’t be put off. Tickets are also available by ringing the SeaMoor Lotto customer support number 03302234225.

This free friendly Walking Group meets in Wembury every Wednesday morning whatever the weather from just before 10.30am in the car park at the end of Barton Close, Wembury – lead by trained walk leaders – followed by refreshments and a chat. ‘Amble rather than ramble’. This group is available to anyone in the community to join in.

The Shared Reading Group meets every Thursday morning from 10.30am 12.00 midday at The Parish Room, Yealmpton (behind The Old Bakery) for people with dementia and their carers to experience the continuing pleasure and fun of sharing familiar books and poetry. Free.

Our key fundraising event this Autumn is a Fashion Show by the Diana on Wednesday 3rd October (see below). This month as well as joining in with groups in your community come and take part in these community groups and make new friends - open to everyone to join in :-

Join in Singing-along in the Community Room at St. Mary’s School Brixton on Friday 21st September - community singing from 2.00-3.30 pm including afternoon tea.

The ‘Hobby Tree’ - craft, hobbies and pastimes group – meets on Monday 3rd September and Monday 17th September at Yealmpton Community Centre from 10.30am - 12.30pm. Take part in our latest pastime including pebble painting, water colours and help with some pieces for a very difficult jigsaw or do your own thing.

Gentle Exercise led by Registered Physiotherapists meets every Tuesday morning at Venn Court, Brixton from 11.30am - 12.30pm open to anyone wanting to build up strength, stay active and prevent falls. Free taster session.

Tea at Kitley House Hotel – on Friday 28th September from 3.00pm 4.30pm - £2.50 – open for everyone - join us for a cup of tea, some lively conversations and a lot of laughter.

If you would like know more about Dementia Friendly Parishes around the Yealm or if we can help you in any way please contact Maxine on 07450206312 “We can’t change the person living with dementia but we can change the experience they have in their community”

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New Yealmpton Slimming World Group Is A Big Success...

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hris Brown relaunched the new Slimming

as it’s taking those first steps through the door

World group in Yealmpton on 18th July 2018

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Health

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Men, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention amongst marginalised groups, e.g. refugees, migrants, prisoners and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people.

September 10th is World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is the second leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds and on the rise worldwide, with nearly 800,000 suicides a year (that’s one every 40 seconds) and around 20 times as many failed attempts.

Suicide Risk Factors Men aged 20-29 and 40-49 are most at risk. A clue to why lies in the Movember Foundation’s conclusion that mental health stigmas and men’s reluctance to discuss and seek help for mental health issues are two major reasons why their life expectancy remains lower than women’s.

The biggest risk factor for suicide is a previous suicide attempt. Although suicide is often clearly linked to mental disorders and alcohol abuse, many suicides happen impulsively in moments of crisis: a trauma, relationship break-up, financial problems or chronic pain and illness that suddenly overwhelms us.

Conflict, disaster, violence, abuse, loss and a sense of isolation are also risk factors and rates are high 14

So how can we help to prevent suicide, both as individuals and a society?

Suicide Prevention • Tackle discrimination, damaging stereotypes and stigmas.

Children raised in an environment where people are ridiculed for expressing their sexual orientation or feelings will be scared to express theirs, putting them at higher risk of isolation, depression and suicide. It can be tough to tackle discrimination among family, friends and colleagues, but it’s essential. We must also break down stigmas by treating mental illness as we do physical illness.

• Encourage others (especially men) to express their feelings and seek help with mental health issues, and increase awareness of the dangers of alcohol and its misuse.

Suicide is preventable, says The British Psychological Society. “Early identification and effective action can get people the care they need.”

Depression and alcoholrelated disorders must be identified and treated swiftly.

• Pay closer attention to those around us.

Many suicide victims reportedly seemed ‘fine’ just days or even hours before ending their lives. We must look out for warning signs and, on a practical level, remove (as far as possible) the means for attempting suicide from those we fear are at risk.

If you are struggling with a crisis or a mental health issue, do get help. It may feel like your pain will never end, but things can get better.

In his book Reasons to Stay Alive, depression sufferer and bestselling author Matt Haig reminds us that depression may seem vast, but it’s always smaller than us.

“It operates within you; you do not operate within it. It may be a dark cloud passing across the sky, but… you are the sky.

“You were there before it. And the cloud can’t exist without the sky, but the sky can exist without the cloud.”

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Home & Interiors Bathroom Basics

Pure and simple or luxuriously ornate, your bathroom can be a haven that’s both practical and indulgent.

The saying ‘form follows function’ is often the case with interior design, and never more so than when planning a bathroom. Practicalities must come first (though prettiness is a close second). With careful thought, and maybe some inspiration from books, magazines and websites, you can create a room that reflects your style as well as being warm and welcoming, clean and calm.

Initially, think about who will use the room, how often and at what times of day, and consider what fittings, in an ideal world, you would like to include.

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space for knees, elbows, drying and so on. Avoid moving pipes unless absolutely necessary, as this will reduce installation costs considerably. It is also a good idea to plan out the electrics, marking the position of light fittings (ensure anything you buy is rated for wet areas) and perhaps a shaver socket/toothbrush charger.

Sometimes it makes sense to build shallow false walls within which to hide cables and pipework, while installing underfloor heating allows you to remove a radiator, thus freeing up some wall space for a statement towel warmer, as well as providing cosy, constant heat. Finally, having taken everything into consideration, work out what is possible given your budget and the space available, if necessary considering specially designed, space-saving fittings, such as a corner WC or a P-shaped shower/bath.

Bathroom fittings are available in a multitude of styles and prices, but simplicity is often the best option; a sensible idea, if you are on a tight budget, is to invest most in moving parts, such as shower doors and taps. Don’t forget to plan in plenty of storage, whether free-standing or built in. When choosing baths, showers, basins and loos, cast your inhibitions aside: in the showroom, stand in the shower, climb into the bath and sit on the loo. Since you will be using them on a daily basis for years to come, it is worth ensuring that they are comfortable and feel well made. In addition, ask your retailer how products have been tested, whether they conform to British or European standards and what guarantee is on offer.

Baths The more you pay for a bath, the more variety there is in size, shape and material.

While the standard bath is a 1700x700mm rectangle, you can also find double-ended, corner and free-standing baths, and a variety of shapes.

Acrylic is most common but, if money were no object, you could choose a bath made from stone, wood, copper or glass. showers Look for three key features: flow control, thermostatic control and easy cleaning. More features are available on the more costly models, including constant temperature control, a hot water safety limiter, cool housing, water-saving, Cont’d on page18

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Basins As well as the traditional pedestal style made from ceramic, choose from other options such as winged, semi-pedestal, counter-top or wall-hung.

You can tell a good quality basin by its weight and clean, straight lines. wCs Basic loos are of the pan and cistern variety, but if you pay a little more you could go for a close-coupled style (the pan and cistern are in one seamless unit), a back-to-wall WC where the cistern is hidden behind either a false wall or furniture, or a contemporary, wall-hung type.

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If you enjoy an indulgent shower then a wet room is a great option.

It is simply a waterproof, walk-in shower area (more or less any shape or size you like), with a drain in the floor, a drenching shower head and – sometimes but not always – a glass screen.

Spacious and stylish, wet rooms are often seen as the last word in luxury, but they can have pitfalls, especially if not on the ground floor. Their walls and floors must be made completely watertight by covering with sheeting or sealant, or you could have disastrous leaks. You will also need a suitable drainage slope (or a preformed tray), high water pressure and – to prevent condensation and mould – excellent ventilation.

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fter battling to overcome testicular cancer in 2013, Ross Kitto of Majestic Cleaning, has dedicated as much of his spare time as possible taking part in challenging events to raise funds for charity, including St Luke’s Hospice.

23 business men and women who took part.

The boxing was the latest in a series of fund-raising challenges Ross has undertaken since being treated for cancer.

Ross said: "We all come across people who are helped and supported by St Luke’s in many ways and I’m sure most people are aware of the impact that St Luke’s has on peoples’ lives.

“My main goal when I finished the chemotherapy treatment was to get as fit as possible as quickly as possible. I have always kept myself in good shape and have done a lot of judo, martial arts and circuit training in the past,” said Ross.

"Most of their money is raised through charitable events such as the Midnight Walk,Tour De Moor, coffee mornings and similar fund raising efforts."

“I was aware that there are a lot of challenging charity events which are organised on a regular basis and decided to find out more.”

Recently Ross carried out a carpet clean for the family of a lady being helped by St Luke’s who was due home over the next couple of days. She was a mum of two children under the age of 10 and unfortunately never came home. Instead of being paid for the work, Ross asked the family to donate the cost of the job to St Luke’s.

Ross has taken part in the Rock Solid cross country event overcoming mud, water and obstacles. His team stayed together through the entire event supporting one another, so that they all crossed the finish line as one, managing to raise over £800 for Macmillan Nurses.

St Luke’s Hospice provides specialist end of life care and support for people with progressive life-limiting illnesses helping to prevent people from dying alone.

The Sponsor a Nurse scheme allows the public and local businesses to donate a regular amount each month towards the provision of this care.

Ross said: “After making the one off gesture and charitable donations, it feels right to have my business giving something regularly towards such a good cause. Now every time we carry out a job, we are happy knowing a percentage of the cost goes to St Luke’s.”

One of Ross’ charitable endeavours involved stepping into the boxing ring in front of a thousand-strong audience at the Plymouth Pavilions as part of a ‘White Collar Boxing’ evening in aid of local charity Jeremiah’s Journey.

“The medical team and my consultant at Derriford were superb and nurses and staff at the Mustard Tree Macmillan Centre were fantastic,” he added.

Ross said that contracting cancer had totally changed him. “When you go through cancer it does affect your outlook on life and the world around you.You realise how petty some people can be and how tough it is for lots of people. It can be a very selfish world and it’s nice to be able to give something back. Sadly it often takes a dramatic event in your life to make you aware of this.”

Ross said that he had lost two stones in weight after contracting cancer and undergoing treatment. “It took everything out of me and my family. But I have been determined to get back in shape and now goes to the gym on a regular basis. I train at the Devonshire and the staff there are fantastic. I’m also personal trained

by Irek Coman at Equilibrium at least once a week.”

Ross said that his Majestic Cleaning business was going from strength to strength as well.

The whole evening raised a much-needed £18,000 for Jeremiah’s Journey – thanks to Ross and the other 22

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“I’m very lucky to have so many loyal customers who have stood by me while I went through my personal battle with cancer,” he said.

Ross grew up in Plymouth and gained a business management degree after leaving school and then worked in management for a number of years. A career change saw him become an estate agent and he ran a branch of a Plymouth agency for four years.

His experience led to him to being appointed as regional sales manager for a leading supplier of building products and equipment.

Having had a less than satisfactory experience with having a carpet cleaned at home, Ross believed he could make a success of a carpet cleaning business by offering a better service than the man who cleaned his carpet.

Ross contacted the leading industry body the National Carpet Cleaners Association and underwent extensive training to qualify as a member.

He has since undergone further training to become an advanced member of the NCCA with specialist knowledge in spot and stain treatment and removal.

He is one of only a few professionals with this qualification in Devon, Somerset and Cornwall and is also approved by the WoolSafe organisation.

Majestic Cleaning specialise in cleaning and removing stains from carpets, rugs, upholstery and leather, working with domestic, commercial and marine customers.

Ross focuses his business in Plymouth but now has a growing number of satisfied customers in the South Hams as well as West Devon and South East Cornwall. Majestic Cleaning is also approved by the Buy With Confidence scheme, which is operated by Trading Standards.

Ross said: “We also carry full public liability insurance so customers can have total confidence in our service.” Majestic Cleaning also offer a free noobligation estimate.

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Home Products Sort out your bathroom storage By Katherine Sorrell Well-organised storage is vital to a bathroom that’s both practical and beautiful.

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• Commission a joiner to make floor and wall cabinets that fit perfectly into your space – a great solution for storing toiletries, spare towels, cleaning products and so on, keeping surfaces completely clear. Add shelves in convenient places for objects you’re happy to display.

• Alternatively, consider free-standing options such as cupboards, chests, towel ladders and wheeled racks.

Slimline pieces are ideal for smaller rooms. All sorts of furnishings from other areas of the house can be made use of, provided they won’t suffer from a damp atmosphere.

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• Finally, choose small storage items, from wicker baskets to crackle-glazed pots or bright plastic tubs, with care, so that they co-ordinate and create impact with colour, pattern and texture.

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Sweet Recipe Doughnuts Makes 16 Ready in 1 hour (plus proving time)

Home-made doughnuts are easier to make than you may think! Serve warm rolled in sugar with chocolate sauce to dip for an extra-special sweet treat. They are best eaten on the day of making.

Ingredients:

1. Place the milk and butter in a small saucepan

• 175ml milk • 25g butter • 350g strong plain flour, plus extra for dusting and kneading • ½ tsp salt • 1½ tsp easy-blend dried yeast • 75g caster sugar • 1 medium egg, beaten • Vegetable oil for deep frying • Chocolate sauce, warmed, for dipping (optional)

TIP

For jam-filled doughnuts, place 3tbsp raspberry jam in a piping bag fitted with a plain nozzle.

Insert the tip of a knife into each doughnut and twist to make a hole. Push the tip of the nozzle in the hole and pipe about 1tsp of jam into each doughnut.

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and heat gently until the butter has melted. Cool for 5 minutes.

2. Sift the flour into a large bowl and stir in the salt, yeast and 25g of the caster sugar. Pour in the milk mixture and beaten egg and mix to a soft dough. Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-6 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding a little more flour if needed.

3. Place the dough in a bowl, cover and leave in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Line 2 large baking sheets with baking paper.

4. Knock back the dough and divide and shape

into 16 balls. Place, well spaced, on the baking sheets and cover with lightly oiled cling film.

Leave in a warm place for 15-20 minutes until puffy.

5. Half fill a large deep pan with vegetable oil and

heat to 180°C/350°F, or until a cube of bread dropped in the hot fat browns in 30 seconds. Fry the doughnuts, 4-5 at a time, for 1-2 minutes on each side or until puffed and golden. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on kitchen paper.

6. Spread the rest of the sugar on a flat plate and roll each hot doughnut in the sugar to coat.

Serve warm with chocolate sauce to dip.

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It’s all change at Kitley...

If you’ve ventured down the drive to Kitley House recently, you’ll have noticed that it’s all change at this historic hotel, restaurant and wedding venue just outside Yealmpton. The biggest single improvement is the approach to the Grade One listed country house hotel - the one-mile-long driveway is now a super smooth ride on newly-laid tarmac.

The silvery marble facade of the 500-year-old building has also been transformed. It’s positively gleaming after being cleaned of decades of grime. The exterior woodwork has been restored and given a fresh coat of paint, and the overall impression is very smart indeed.

That’s just on the outside, though.

Inside, work is also taking place to return the interior to its rightful grandeur, using skilled craftsmen to restore fine woodwork and original panelling.

The man responsible for making all this happen is new owner Spike Bastard, whose family built Kitley.

In recent decades the hotel has been run by three different operators, but it’s now firmly back in family hands and Spike couldn’t be happier.

“I have fond memories of coming to Kitley as a child, when my grandmother lived here,” he says. “This estate once played a big role in the local community

and I hope it will again. I want Kitley to be a place where local people feel welcome to drop in for a drink or a meal or to celebrate special occasions. We have lots of events lined up over the coming months to show locals what we’re trying to achieve here.”

The extensive grounds are also receiving an overhaul to make the hotel’s setting even more spectacular.

Spike has plans for the gardens, lakes and woodland, including restoration of the historic walled kitchen gardens. He says, “I’ve been out on the tractor of an evening clearing paths and the former orchard. Staff who’ve worked here for years are amazed - beneath the bramble and wilderness, Kitley has more to offer than even they knew!”

Now Spike and his team, under General Manager Adam Hughes, are turning their attention to the restaurant. Following a kitchen refit, Kitley has appointed a new head chef and sous chef and the menu will focus on using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients, like meat from pigs reared on Kitley’s own estate and fresh fish from the estuary.

This gem of a building is certainly being repolished and the hotel is looking forward to a bright future in the heart of its community.

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HAM, ROASTED PEPPER AND FETA CHEESE FLAN Ready in 50 minutes

Serves 4

Using a ready-rolled sheet of puff pastry makes this summer flan a doddle to make. Serve warm or cold with a peppery watercress and rocket salad and some boiled new potatoes for a lovely late summer lunch or supper.

• 1 large red pepper, deseeded and thickly sliced • 1 large yellow pepper, deseeded and thickly sliced • 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed • 2 tbsp olive oil • 320g packet readyrolled puff pastry sheet • 2 large tomatoes, thinly sliced • 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves, plus extra to garnish • 75g feta cheese, crumbled • 6 slices Parma ham • Freshly ground black pepper • Beaten egg, to glaze 34

Preheat the oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas 7. Place the peppers and garlic in a shallow roasting tin and drizzle over half the olive oil.

Roast in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until just tender.

Unroll the pastry sheet onto a large baking sheet lined with baking paper. Arrange the tomatoes over the pastry, leaving a 2cm border, and scatter over the thyme leaves.

Top with the crumbled feta and ruffles of Parma ham. Season with freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle over the rest of the olive oil.

Gently fold in the pastry edges a little to give a raised border. Brush the pastry border with beaten egg.

Bake the flan for 15-20 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden and the peppers are lightly charred in places. Serve warm or cold garnished with the extra thyme leaves.

TIPS • You can use any other variety of continental

ham for this flan, or try thin slices of salami or pastrami instead.

• Remove the packet of pastry from the fridge about 20 minutes before unrolling to allow it to soften a little.

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Gardening Wonderful Window Boxes

As late summer fades imperceptibly into early autumn, it can be sad to see much-loved and once fantastic-looking beds, borders, pots and planters start to look a little worse for wear. It may be all part of the natural part of gardening, but it certainly makes me feel a bit gloomy.

If it is having the same effect on you, why not treat yourself to some late summer and early autumn colour in a pot, planter or, better still, a window box? That protected spot close to the house should help to ensure that everything keeps on and on performing for as long as possible…

There are many different sizes and styles to choose from, from woven willow to classic hardwood and urban chic aluminium,

by Pippa Greenwood

and in just about every conceivable colour too. But whatever you go for make sure it’ll fit easily on to the window sill and won’t be too heavy! Take time to choose one that will suit the style of your house, fit all the plants you’d like to include, not weigh too much and is within budget.

There are lots of plants that’ll work – some of my favourites are hardy Gerberas (these do need a good warm, sunny spot), variegated ivies and the wacky, compact Crassula with fleshy foliage and stems studded with dusky pink flowers. But take time perusing the local garden centres or nurseries for the combination that makes YOUR heart sing.

Some window boxes have impermeable liners, so

if this is the case add an inch or so of horticultural grit or gravel to provide drainage – then if you do overwater (or it rains too much) the excess water will be less likely to sit around the roots and cause the plants to suffer or even die off completely.

If you’re trying to keep weight to a minimum then use broken up polystyrene from bedding plants or the packaging around household appliances – this lightweight recycled material is a good alternative to the grit or gravel.

A good quality multipurpose compost is perfect for a temporary planting like this, but if you intend to remove any shorter lived or non-hardy plants such as the gerberas and replace them with other hardy, seasonal stunners later in the year then you may be better off using a 50:50 mixture of a loambased compost and a multi-purpose one. I find that this 50:50 mix allows for better stability from the weight and texture of the loam, combined with better aeration and drainage from the multi-purpose compost.

Just fill the window box about half full with compost, Cont’d on page 40

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gently firming it, but make sure you don’t compact it or else the plants won’t get their roots down so well.

Next it’s the fun and inventive bit as you get the plants into position. If you are including trailing plants like variegated ivies, place them where you can enjoy their full glory by cascading them over the edges of the window box – this looks fantastic and adds to the apparent size of the display without adding significantly to the weight of the container. A larger plant like the Crassula gives a good focal point, and then why not add some dizzy colour like the ever-smiling gerberas to flank the central

plant? Gently move the plants about until you’re happy with how they look, then fill in gaps between the root balls with more compost, firming gently with your fingers to ensure there’s no subsidence later on. Once you’re totally happy, water the box well using a watering can with the rose in place, so imitating rainfall.

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adequately watered during drier weather. As well as regular watering (often all the more necessary due to the ‘rain shadow’ effect from the roof or eaves), the window box will benefit from occasional feeding with high-potash feed and of course will need to be regularly dead-headed!

Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood. com and you’ll find some great gardening items: Nemaslug, green controls for leatherjackets, chafer grubs, ants and greenfly, plus garden plant supports, raised bed kits, Easy-Tunnels, gardening tools, Grower Frames, signed books and more! Or why not book Pippa for a gardening talk?

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Motoring

By James Baggott

History’s Most Famous Hybrids

Hybrids have been around since just after the Big Bang, and since then matter has been combining into hybrids – at first to form atoms, then elements and compounds and the building blocks of life.

Hybrids are all around us, and even inside us – humans are 60 per cent water, itself a hybrid.

Some hybrids have even changed the world…

CENTAUR These half-human, half-horse hybrids were dreamed up by the Ancient Greeks, probably as a reaction to their first encounters with nomads on horseback.

PIZZLY BEAR Found in zoos since the Eighties, this cross between polar bears and grizzlies was found in the wild in 2006, with DNA tests confirming it was a hybrid: white like a polar bear but with a grizzly’s face, along with brown paws and big claws.

TOYOTA PRIUS It’s over 20 years since Toyota launched the Prius, the world’s first mass-produced hybrid 44

vehicle and one of the most important cars of all time.

When it first came along, few thought that – one day – even supercars would be fuelled by a mixture of petrol and batteries.

The Prius, now in its fourth generation, has sold over four million units.

BLOODHOUND SSC The Bloodhound SSC, the 1,000mph car, combines a jet engine with a cluster of rockets.

In all, it has about 135,000 thrust horsepower, more than eight times the power of all the cars on the F1 grid combined.

It will need 40 litres of rocket oxidiser for every second of its top speed run in South Africa next year.

WATER At 1,260 trillion million litres, water is the world’s most abundant compound (a chemical hybrid of two or more elements). Only 2.5% of this is fresh water, and in a 100-year period, a single water molecule spends 98 years in the sea, 20 months as ice, about two weeks in lakes and rivers, and less than a week in the atmosphere.

CHIMERA EMBRYO In genetics, a chimera is a hybrid organism with cells from two different species, such as pigs and people.

It’s controversial, but edited animal embryos can be used

to host human organs for vital transplant operations, rather than having to wait for a donor.

PUGGLE The Puggle – designed to fit in a handbag – is the comedy hybrid of a Beagle and a Pug. Other designer dogs include labradoodles, horgis, cockapoos and schnoodles.

TREE OF 40 FRUIT The Tree of 40 Fruit is an arboreal artwork created by American art professor Sam Van Aken, who grafts buds from various fruit trees onto a single ‘stock’ tree. The tree grows branches from its different donors, each bearing a unique fruit, including peaches, plums, apricots, nectarines and cherries.

LEXUS LS500h Soon every car will feature hybrid or electric technology, and already carmakers such as Lexus and Toyota have a hybrid-electric version of almost every model in their showroom.

99 per cent of Lexus’s UK sales are petrol-electric hybrids, such as the new LS500h, an executive saloon with limousine-like luxury. It has the first multi-stage hybrid system, featuring a 3.5-litre V6 combined with clever electric motors. The best of both worlds? That’s what hybrids are all about.

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We Are Our Own Worst Enemies Part of my commute is a 3 mile section of road that runs through a residential area with a 30mph limit that I adhere to; at a constant 30mph, that takes me 6 minutes.

This is slower, and longer, than some drivers, who are doing 50 along that road.

Let’s give those speeding drivers the benefit of the doubt and say they do 40 mph, meaning they will cover those 3 miles in 4.5 minutes.

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1.5 minutes off their journey, now cause all of us to take 3 minutes longer on our journey, than if they had simply obeyed the law and stuck to the legal limit.

You have probably encountered examples of this too: e.g. 50 signs and speed cameras appearing on roads that previously had a 60mph limit on them, all to slow speeding drivers.

Contrary to the myth that cameras are only there to make money, it costs far more to install and maintain a speed camera than it will ever make back in fines. I think the council would prefer us to voluntarily observe the speed limit, at no cost to them, and thus be able to spend their already stretched highways budget on fixing potholes.

We would probably complete our journey quicker too.

As I said, we are our own worst enemies.

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Technology

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new term tech Get your child’s next computer for less From clothes to computers, the cost of sending your offspring to school, college or university seems to increase every day. So how can you be sure you’re not spending more on technology than you need to?

The trick is to get the maximum bang for every buck – and sometimes that means avoiding false economies.

A cheap laptop may save you a few pounds now, but it might not be able to cope with everything your child needs it to do; for example, a Chromebook laptop may be ultra-cheap but if your child’s going to be using it instead of a TV its small screen isn’t going to be a lot of fun.

discounts can be significant.

Another option is to consider a refurbished Mac. Refurbished computers are computers that have been sold and then returned. Sometimes that’s because of a fault that has since been corrected or because a customer simply changed their mind; sometimes it’s because the laptop was leased to a company and returned after the lease period is up. Whatever the reason, it can’t be sold as new. That can mean good discounts even on fairly new computers.

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The sweet spot for budget laptops is around the £300 mark, and if you go much below that you’ll be cutting corners. It’s often a better idea to shop around for a second hand laptop on Gumtree or eBay (if you’re careful: stick to reputable sellers and make sure you follow the buyer protection policy so you’re protected against any shenanigans) – a powerful laptop that’s been well looked after for a year or two may be a better 3 buy than a brand new, super-cheap laptop.

That’s particularly true of Apple laptops. The cheapest Apple laptop, the MacBook Air, is currently £949 and isn’t particularly powerful. If you’re considering any Apple device, the first thing to do is to investigate whether your child qualifies for an education discount (www.apple.com/uk-edu/shop/ go/education). If you or your child qualify, the 48

It’s important to understand the key differences between new and refurbished computers. They ship without faults but may have damaged or missing packaging, and they may have light cosmetic damage on their case. The warranty is much shorter, and any AppleCare insurance you take out will run out on the anniversary of the date the Mac was first sold, not the date you acquired it – so for example you won’t be able to buy AppleCare for a refurbished Mac that’s three years old.

As you’d expect, the older the Mac the bigger the discount – and if you’re a confident eBay buyer you can save even more. For example, at the time of writing a reputable eBay seller is offering a refurbished late 2014 MacBook Pro with 13” Retina display for £650. That’s a lot of money, of course. But the current 13” MacBook Pro starts at £1,249 and the refurbished one is good for several years yet.

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Finance

By Ann Haldon

How to Save and Make Money at University of the month, a report gives you a round-up of where your money is going, so you can adjust your spending if necessary.

One of the trickiest but most important parts of university life is managing your money.

Budgeting for food, clothes, nights out, books and study materials can be overwhelming at first, but there are ways you can help yourself.

Here are a few tips to help you spend less, save more, and earn money at university, so you can stop worrying about finances and make the most of this precious time in your life.

Ways to save money at university make use of technology All you need is your mobile phone to save money as a university student. There are apps to help you save on food, that show you how to budget, and that keep an eye on your data usage.

Keep your food costs down by making a list of your favourite ingredients, and an app will let you know the cheapest places to buy them locally. You can also track your expenses with a budgeting app.

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Learn how to cook Learning how to cook from scratch is a valuable skill for life, but as food is one of the highest student expenditures, it’s also a vital part of saving money. Apart from the extra cash in your pocket, you can still be sociable without the expense of eating out, impressing your friends with a few gastronomic delights.

It’s a good idea to plan your meals ahead and only buy what you need each week, avoiding ready meals if possible, as although they’re convenient, they’re generally bad for your health. Also, stick to buying own-brand products that can usually be found on the lower shelves in supermarkets, where you might not normally look.

Ways to make money at university Get a part-time job Retail, catering, and hospitality are just three areas where you could pick up a part-time job with fixed hours that fits in with your studies. Although you may need to forsake some evenings and weekends, payday could make it worthwhile to miss out on a few social occasions.

Another idea for part-time

work, and one that’s a little more flexible, is mystery shopping. You sign up with a mystery shopping agency, or directly with an independent company, and get paid for checking the level of service provided in their outlets.

Promotion work and flyers Handing out flyers around campus and promoting club nights or events on the streets of your university town can earn you some extra money, but be sure to find out whether you’re working on a commission or a ‘per hour’ basis.

If you’re sociable and good at marketing, you could even apply to become an oncampus ‘brand ambassador’ for a household brand name.

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PROFESSIONAL According to a report issued by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in May 2018, around 800,000 Mortgage holders could save an average of £1,000 per year by moving from their lenders Standard Variable Rate (1 ).

The Rate Switch plan is intended to encourage those on their lenders SVR, to use our free Rate Switch service.

Why would I change rate?

Stuart Powell, Managing Director of Shore Mortgage and Insurance Services.

Send your questions for future issues to enquiries@ shoreplymouth.co.uk and Stuart will answer a selection of readers’ questions in our future editions.

This month, Stuart answers questions frequently asked of Shore Mortgage and Insurance Services.

What is Rate Switch?

When you take out a Mortgage to buy a property or Remortgage, your lender will often give you a discounted rate.

When the initial deal comes to an end, it is usual for the lender to move the Mortgage onto the lenders Standard Variable Rate (SVR).

Industry figures show that 68% of Homeowners have never Remortgaged, so are likely to be on their lenders SVR (3). There are many reasons for this. One is that there were particularly high mortgage rates in the early 2000’s which subsequently dropped and led to lower monthly payments. People felt satisfied with the lower repayments and consequently have not considered the idea that they could be overpaying unnecessarily.

What if I want you to search the Whole Market rather than just my existing lender to find the most suitable rate?

We always assess every Clients individual needs and give advice accordingly.

What do I need to do?

You need to email us at the above address to provide us with information about your lender, including the outstanding mortgage balance and the value of your property.

We will then research the We then show you the most suitable products for you from whole of market deals and both searches and liaise with compare them to those offered by your existing lender. you to ensure that the new rate is best suited to your With consideration to your specific requirements. individual circumstances, What if my circumstances we will recommend the most suitable product in have changed? For example, I do not earn as relation to your own specific requirements. much money as I used to?

Whenever we complete a RateSwitch search for a Client, we also search the whole market for the most suitable rate.

If we complete a RateSwitch search for you, the lender often does not require further information. The new RateSwitch transaction is not credit scored.

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(2) Quoted in Mortgage Finance Gazette article 22nd March 2017.

(3) Quoted in Mortgage Finance Gazette article 22nd March 2017.

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Using the example above with a £100,000 property value, if that homeowner could get a rate of 2% fixed for two years again, their monthly payment would reduce to £506. This would represent a £100 per month saving.

Switching is so expensive, complicated and time consuming to do. I do not want to do it.

This rate tends to be between That is the beauty of 4% and 5%, depending on the RateSwitch. It will not cost you anything to do! We will do all individual lender. the work for you, and you can This often leads to an increase be on the new rate in a short space of time . in monthly payments. As an example, a £100,000 All we need from you are Mortgage on a Repayment basis and 20-year term would your contact details, lender, go from £506 at 2% to £606 at Mortgage account number and permission to negotiate a new 4%, an increase of £100 per deal for you. month.

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Business Focus: September

Greetings to a New Season It’s always a bit tricky saying when seasons start.

The meteorological calendar lumps the seasons into handy three-month cycles. Spring is March, April & May. Summer is June, July & August.

Autumn is September, October & November. I’ll leave you to guess Winter.

The astronomical calendar states that Autumn begins with the September Equinox of 21st-23rd September. But whatever way you look at it, Autumn is coming.

What does Autumn mean for us? Poetically it’s the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness.

It also means that the schools go back, better programmes start to appear on the TV and some of us might begin to think about the dreaded “C word”.

No, not Cowell.

The Not-so-Great Outdoors There was a time when we thought that the Summer would last for eternity, but the weather will turn at some point. The nights will draw in, the rains will come and there will be a chill in the air. This will need to be prepared for.

Everyone will be out buying warmer clothes, raking the dead leaves from their lawns and clearing the gutters.

They might even need to repair their roof or get their boiler repaired.

Think about how you can link your business to the changing of seasons. Maybe do a tie-in with a local gardening company, roofer or plumber. Hold competitions on social media or via your website to win money-off vouchers for their services.

Go Out with a Bang

Of course, most businesses will be thinking about their Christmas promotions. In fact, they’ve probably We’re talking Christmas. been thinking about it since Easter.

Although, before we get to that, But there are events that occur there are a few other things you between now and then. We’ve can think about during Autumn. already talked about the schools going back, but what about Guy Little do they realise the leaves are full of dogs’ mess University Challenge Fawkes Night and Hallowe’en? Take a look at local organised fireworks displays and see how It’s not just schools that go back. Colleges and universities your company can get involved. do too. So, your local area could have an influx of new students, which for you could mean new customers.

Maybe you could contribute towards their costs and have Think about what people new to the area need. Also, think about what people moving into new accommodation require. If you can supply it, then target them accordingly.

Talk to the universities and colleges; find out when freshers days are taking place, get your team down there handing out flyers, vouchers and samples.

Thinking about the schools, what are parents finding it a pain to do…? That’s right, all that back to school shopping.

Put together gift packs of branded stationary and give them away on social media or on your website with a competition. If it’s too late to do now, then keep these ideas in the bank for next Autumn.

marketing at the event. As for Hallowe’en, fancy dress in the workplace is always a popular option. You could also have prizes on offer for customers that post pics on your social media, that link to your business in some shape or form…!

No matter what time of year, there’s always something you can do to stir up publicity and keep yourself in the public eye, regardless of the weather. And don’t forget, if you ever need any audio or animation produced for your promotions, feel free to get in touch with us at Fresh Air Group. We’re full of ideas.

Now, where did we put those toffee apples…?

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Guess Guess who’s who’s reading reading Signpost Signpost ? ?

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Last Month’s Guess Last Month’s Guess Who, was Rick Stein Who, was Rick Stein CBE he is an English CBE he is an English chef, restaurateur, chef, restaurateur, cookery book cookery book author and television author and television presenter. He has presenter. He has written over 20 written over 20 cookery books, an cookery books, an autobiography and autobiography and made over 30 cookery made over 30 cookery programmes. He has programmes. He has also cooked for The Queen and also cooked for The Queen and Prince Philip, Tony Blair, Margaret Prince Philip, Tony Blair, Margaret Thatcher and French President, Thatcher and French President, Jacques Chirac.

Jacques Chirac.

Rick saw great success in 2017, Rick saw great success in 2017, being awarded a CBE in the being awarded a CBE in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours, Queen’s New Year’s Honours, winning Best Food Personality winning Best Food Personality at the Observer Food Monthly at the Observer Food Monthly Awards, Special Contribution Awards, Special Contribution Award at The Travel Media Award at The Travel Media Awards and Outstanding Contribution to Awards and Outstanding Contribution to Travel at the National Geographic Traveller Travel at the National Geographic Traveller Awards. In late 2017, Rick Stein The Road to Awards. In late 2017, Rick Stein The Road to Mexico aired on BBC and the accompanying Mexico aired on BBC and the accompanying book was published by Ebury. They focus on book was published by Ebury. They focus on a culinary adventure Rick first took in 1968 a culinary adventure Rick first took in 1968 from San Francisco to Oaxaca in the south of from San Francisco to Oaxaca in the south of Mexico.

Mexico.

In April 2016, the BBC aired a Rick Stein’s In April 2016, the BBC aired a Rick Stein’s Long Weekends series where he visited five Long Weekends series where he visited five destinations for a long weekend including destinations for a long weekend including Bordeaux, Reykjavik, Berlin, Vienna and Bordeaux, Reykjavik, Berlin, Vienna and Bologna. A further five Rick Stein Long Bologna. A further five Rick Stein Long Weekends episodes will be aired on BBC Weekends episodes will be aired on BBC Two this autumn as well as the release of Two this autumn as well as the release of Rick Stein’s Long Weekends book on the 6th Rick Stein’s Long Weekends book on the 6th October, published by BBC Books.

October, published by BBC Books.

2015 saw Rick Stein’s new book, From Venice 2015 saw Rick Stein’s new book, From Venice to Istanbul with a BBC TV series that followed to Istanbul with a BBC TV series that followed in August. He was also involved in the BBC 2 in August. He was also involved in the BBC 2 series A Cook Abroad. Rick opened a new series A Cook Abroad. Rick opened a new restaurant on the iconic Fistral beach In Easter restaurant on the iconic Fistral beach In Easter 2015 and opened a 200 seated restaurant in 2015 and opened a 200 seated restaurant in Sandbanks, Dorset at the end of November Sandbanks, Dorset at the end of November 2014 was a busy year for Rick.

2014 was a busy year for Rick.

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He released Fish and Shellfish, an updated He released Fish and Shellfish, an updated and revised edition of his cookery classic and revised edition of his cookery classic Seafood, and filmed From Venice to Seafood, and filmed From Venice to Istanbul. Alongside this, he opened up his Istanbul. Alongside this, he opened up his first restaurant outside of Cornwall, Rick Stein first restaurant outside of Cornwall, Rick Stein in Winchester and shortly after opened a in Winchester and shortly after opened a restaurant in the fishing village of Porthleven, restaurant in the fishing village of Porthleven, Cornwall also called Rick Stein.

Cornwall also called Rick Stein.

Previous television programmes have Previous television programmes have included Rick Stein’s India: In search of the included Rick Stein’s India: In search of the perfect curry. Rick Stein’s Spain, was released perfect curry. Rick Stein’s Spain, was released in 2011. Prior to that was a very in 2011. Prior to that was a very successful programme on the successful programme on the cookery of South East Asia cookery of South East Asia called Rick Stein’s Far Eastern called Rick Stein’s Far Eastern Odyssey.

Odyssey.

Rick also made a series about Rick also made a series about Mediterranean cooking called Mediterranean cooking called Mediterranean Escapes and Mediterranean Escapes and another on a memorable another on a memorable journey down the canals of journey down the canals of South Western France to the South Western France to the Mediterranean Sea. Called French Odyssey, Mediterranean Sea. Called French Odyssey, it’s the programme which many people say is it’s the programme which many people say is their favourite, he thinks because it celebrates their favourite, he thinks because it celebrates a sunny way of life which we would all like a sunny way of life which we would all like to live. Others, though, remember his films to live. Others, though, remember his films travelling the length and breadth of GB and travelling the length and breadth of GB and Ireland looking for Food Heroes.

Ireland looking for Food Heroes.

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more from Fitz this month ...........

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have always been suspicious of mobile phones, especially the more complex and technological they are, the more problems they seem to have. Actually when I use the term ‘problems’ I am reminded of an old engineering term called ‘PICNIC’. It refers to the user of a computer and is generally brought out when the all too familiar ‘the computer has gone wrong’ call is made to IT support.

PICNIC stands for, Problem In Chair Not In Computer.

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ecently, I have obviously pressed a button on my iphone or downloaded a new app thingy which has started to tell me where the entire world is, in relation to my mobile phone.

So far it has told me that I am 0.01 yard from my car…..I knew that, I was standing in front of the car when the message came through!

I have also been told that I am 0.02 yards from Lloyds Bank when I was standing outside The Nandon restaurant in the High Street of Ivybridge about to cross to Lloyds Bank.

I suppose I should have been grateful that Ivybridge still actually has a bank and the phone can point me to it! There was a slight ‘anomaly’ the other day when it informed me I was 20 miles from the post box! As I haven’t posted a letter for the past ten years, it wasn’t too much of a problem but should I have to in the near future, Haldon Hill seems to be the nearest, if you ignore the two within walking distance from my front door?

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hen I first got a mobile with a camera I managed to photograph my ear several times before getting the hang of it. But since then things have gone downhill and today if you combine this ‘unfathomable app’ with my failing eyesight and you will find me muttering and squinting at the screen on numerous occasions. I was entrusted to go to the supermarket a few days ago and without a written list. This was big boy stuff! Without a responsible adult I collected a trolley and ventured into the great cavern of consumer choices. Every now and again there would be a ‘ping’ in my pocket and another item was added via a text from ground control at home, she would remember something and send an electronic missive. Cat food, strawberries and Doritos came through plus a whole chicken and a birthday card…. what for the chicken? There was no answer to my return enquiring text as to how old the chicken was, so I left it. Then leprechaun arrived. Leprechaun?

Desperately trying to gain more light on the screen and screwing my eyes up, leprechaun was definitely the request. I made my way to the till having bought a pair of the cheap reading glasses, paid for everything, went out into the sunshine and re read leprechaun. Then I re entered the store and bought Ibuprofen.

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Life Begins Drowning in documents? It’s time to free up your files months, as this allows you to keep track of what you actually use.

Receipts and warranties: you should keep important receipts for six years, but warranties can be thrown away once they have expired.

Overstuffed filing drawers, bulging boxes of payslips, tax records and invoices that go back years. Sounds familiar?

Most of us hoard documents because it’s hard to know exactly how long we’re supposed to keep them and – when they are out of date – how to dispose of them safely.

Here are some essential tips for handling and processing your personal documentation.

Which documents should I keep, and for how long?

The tips below are based on guidance provided by trusted organisations such as the Citizen’s Advice Bureau and HMRC, but there are no hard and fast rules. For instance, if you are self-employed and claiming expenses, you might need to keep some of your documents for a longer period.

Bank, credit card and loan statements: according to money-saving guru Martin Lewis, these should be retained for at least six years or longer if possible, just in case another mis-selling scandal like the recent PPI affair should happen in future.

Utility bills: it’s probably worth holding on to these for 12 58

Insurance documents: it’s best not to throw away some old policies in case you need to make a retrospective claim (or someone makes a claim against you).

P45s and payslips: HMRC recommends that individuals keep tax-related paperwork such as payslips and P45s for at least twenty-two months from the end of the relevant tax year.

Medical records: your GP holds your records but it’s useful to keep any letters or treatment records for quick reference.

Personal documents: these include birth and marriage certificates, National Insurance certificates, court orders and decrees, deeds, copies of wills, share certificates, motor vehicle documents and mortgage papers. Such documents should be stored securely and kept forever.

Don’t throw your identity out with the rubbish Fraudsters are prepared to scavenge through bins and even landfill sites to obtain personal data, as one lucky find can earn them thousands of pounds. So what’s the best way to dispose of your financial

documents?

Shredding: if you tear up a document by hand, the chances are that a criminal could still put it together like a jigsaw. Shredding is a much safer option and you can buy a cheap, hand-operated shredder from around £10.99 upwards.

Burning: incinerating your documents is a simple solution, but do bear in mind any local authority restrictions if you are planning to light a bonfire.

Consider the fire risk and make sure your smoke doesn’t cause nuisance to neighbours.

Soaking: you can destroy paper by mulching it in a bucket of water. When it dissolves it should be easy to tear it up, but make sure it’s reduced to an unreadable pulp before you throw it away.

Recycling your paper waste is good for the environment and tackling those piles of outdated paperwork will create more space in your home. You can also feel good about ticking off another task on your ‘to do’ list, so don’t delay, start sorting!

www.saga.co.uk/magazine/ technology/computing/security/ personal-documents-and-datadisposal www.citizensadvice. org.uk/Global/Public/ Education%20resources/ Financial%20capability/ Resource%20topics/Budgeting/ BDC6%20-%20How%20long% 20should%20I%20keep%20pa perwork.pdf

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Books to make you think

Once – Morris Gleitzman Morris Gleitzman’s series follows a Jewish boy called Felix in Poland during the Second World War. Felix runs away from an orphanage in search of his parents, who disappeared several years before. Along the way, he befriends a girl called Zelda, and receives help from various people he meets.

As you’d expect, the story is harrowing at times, but it’s also funny, uplifting and impossible to put down. This one will stay with you for a very long time.

Fantastically Great Women Who Made History – Kate Pankhurst A follow-on from Fantastically Great Women Who Changed the World, this children’s book includes stories about a diverse range of women, from Boudicca to Harriet Tubman.

The tales are engaging, fun to read and brought to life with colourful illustrations. Each story only takes a few minutes to read, so this is a perfect book to read with your child at bedtime. You might just learn something new yourself.

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The Dark Between Stars: Poems – Atticus Atticus has become something of a social media sensation over the last couple of years.

His latest book, The Dark Between Stars, is out this month. The poems cover themes such as living with purpose, loneliness, and the highs and lows of a life welllived. Each poem is just a few lines long (some are a single line) and many of them are illustrated or accompanied by a photograph. Several of Atticus’s poems are also available at www.instagram. com/atticuspoetry.

The Salt Path – Raynor Winn Raynor and her husband Moth lost their farm just days after finding out that Moth was suffering from an incurable, lifelimiting illness. With no money and nowhere to live, the couple made the decision to walk the South West Coast Path – 630 miles through Somerset, Devon, Cornwall and Dorset.

The Salt Path is the true story of that walk – the challenges Raynor and Moth faced, the people they met and the things they learnt along the way.

Wild: A Journey from Lost to Found – Cheryl Strayed Wild became an international bestseller back in 2013, and was made into a film adaptation starring Reese Witherspoon.

If you missed both, add the book to your wish list today.

After losing her mother at 22, Cheryl fell into a downward spiral that saw her cheating on her husband and taking hard drugs. She ended up packing a backpack and setting off on a 1,100 mile hike from Mexico to Canada. Along the way she both found her way ‘back to the person I used to be’ and discovered the adult she wanted to become.

Papier notebook – www. papier.com Everyone needs a space to put their thoughts down, whether it’s for a simple to-do list, a gratitude diary, or ideas for a novel. Trello, Evernote and Hemingway are useful online resources, but if you prefer putting pen to paper, you can’t beat a notebook from Papier.

More than 400 designs are available to choose from, each of which can be personalised with your name and the purpose of the book.

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Dentist Armada Dental 10 Yealmpton Dental Practice 13 Estate Agent Millington Tunnicliff 51 Electrician Richard Wood 19 Events ‘Noasis’ at Boringdon Park 5 What’s On Pages 5-7 Financial Advisor Shore Financial 52 Furniture Escapology 17 Larry Speare 20 The Bed Expert 25 Food & Drink Kitley House Hotel 32,33 Nandon Indian Restaurant 63 The Bridge at Mountbatten 30 The California Inn 29 The First & Last Bistro 29 The Rose & Crown 36 The Red Lantern 31 The Ship, Ugborough 35 The Turtley Cornmill 30 The White Hart 37 Gardening/Gardens Fairway Lawn Services 39 MST 39 Newton Garden Services 41 SGW Out2Play 41 The Groundsmen 40 Universal Tree Care 39 Westcountry Fencing & Decking 40 Health, Beauty & Fitness Beauty Cow 11 Elfordleigh Oasis Spa 13 Neals Yard 11 Passion4Hair, Nails & Beauty 9 Revelations 15 Rose Beauty 9

Slimming World 12 The Soar Mill Cove Hotel 15 Interior Design Sharon Stone 27 Kitchens Arrital Kitchens 2 Keith Holder Kitchens & Bedrooms 17 Yealm Kitchens 64 Loft Ladders Access4Lofts 27 Painter/Decorator Adrian Jarrett 25 Rob Attridge Decorating 5 Picture Framer Insitju 7 Pub/Restaurant/Cafe Listed under food & drink Radio Station BBC Radio Devon 54 Retail Outlets Escapology 17 Larry Speare 20 Lawsons 42 LH Rendle 19 The Cut Label 11 The Bed Expert 25 Roofing T J Roofing 42 Soft Furnishings Sharon Stone 27 Storage Access4Lofts 27 Taxi Ivybridge Taxis 46 Windows & Doors ADS Windows 43 Realistic Windows 57 TV/Aerial Everything TV 43

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Nandon Fusion Indian Cuisine Sunday Special Offer 3 Course Meal £13.95 per person

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Order Your Takeaway Online www.nandon.co.uk Now Delivering in Ivybridge Some other areas ring for details

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Book Now For Christmas Parties Please try dish 43. If you like jalfrezi, madras or the slightly spicier dishes then this is for you.

However, Thaba is the new ‘must have’ dish.

Not hot but delicately spicy with a sweet after taste and prepared for the curry connoisseur with chicken or lamb and served on the sizzler dish.”

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