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OR many of us January is the month when we knock alcohol on the head after many previous months of excess especially leading up to and over the Christmas period.

Now you can strike through two months on your calender as alcohol-free, as Cancer Research UK’s Dryathlon is now also taking place in September as an Autumn challenge.

The aim of the campaign is for ‘Dryathletes’ to pledge to stay

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dry for a month and either get sponsored or donate the money they would have spent on alcohol to the charity.

Danielle Glavin, Cancer Research UK spokesperson for the East of England, said: “We’re so excited to launch Dryathlon in September and we hope that men and women across the region will ditch the drink and take on this new challenge.

“It’s the start of a new season so this is the perfect opportunity

to kick-start the month with a clear head.

After a summer of boozy holidays and ‘one too many’ at weddings, we’re urging people to be dry and mighty and sign up to Dryathlon. We’re confident that men and women in the East will say ‘cheers’ to the challenge and help us bring forward the day when all cancers are cured.”

Supporters can register to take part in the Dryathlon as individuals or set up a team and get their friends, colleagues or relatives involved to motivate each other along the way. And for those who find the one month challenge a bit too daunting,

there’s the ‘tipple tax’ which allows Dryathletes to donate a £20 penalty for each time they fall off the wagon.

In January 2015, 54,000 people took part in the Dryathlon across the UK and helped raised a fantastic £5million. Every pound raised goes towards life-saving research.

Following this September’s new campaign, Dryathlon will be returning in January 2016 So, if you want to do a bit more than just have a booze free start to the New Year sign up to the Autumn challenge now!

Visit www.dryathlon.org.

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NEWS ACTIVE ESSEX AWARDS

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Nominate your sporting hero in brief

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OW is your chance to celebrate your sporting heroes and those who have made outstanding contributions to sport and physical activity in Essex, by nominating them for a 2015 Active Essex Sports Award.

From volunteers, coaches, clubs, schools and organisations, to high performing athletes, you can have your say on who receives the prestigious honours. The aim of the Active Essex Sports

Awards is to celebrate talent, commitment and determination in all forms; from rising and accomplished superstars to those nurturing elite sporting talent or inspiring their local community to be more active.

The 2015 Active Essex Sports Awards will be presented at Colchester United’s Weston Homes Community Stadium on December 2, 2015.

Gary Sullivan OBE, Chairman of Active Essex,

said: “Our annual sports awards highlight those making outstanding contributions to sport and physical activity in our county. It is their passion and effort that keeps Essex at the top of the sporting charts.”

The closing date for nominations is October 19, 2015.

Essex County Council Cabinet Member with responsibility for Sport and Physical Activity, Councillor Ray Gooding, said: “Essex County Council is proud of its record in supporting sport and physical activity in Essex, and the Active Essex Sports Awards are an ideal platform for showing the tremendous work that so many do.”

Visit www.activeessex.org/sportsawards to nominate someone or a team online.

The award categories for 2015 are: Sports Personality of the Year Young Sports Personality of the Year Disabled Sports Personality of the Year Services to Disability Sport Unsung Hero (Volunteer) Young Community Volunteer (Under 18) School or College of the Year Sports Club of the Year Coach of the Year Physical Activity Project of the Year Active Workplace of the Year Changing Lives through Sport and Physical Activity

MERSEA ISLAND FESTIVAL

Action-packed festival for all THE Mersea Island Festival returns this year for its 35th year, from Sunday, August 23 to Monday, August 31, at the Essex Outdoors Mersea site.

The festival, which is operated by the Mersea Island Festival Trust, is attended by friendship groups, clubs and families with disabled young people and provides an opportunity for those with and without a disability to try new activities, build selfconfidence, make new friends and have loads of fun!

Places are available for the day, the weekend or the whole week.

The programme includes a wide variety of activities including assisted climbing, zip wire, adventure course, archery, trampolining, water sports, art activities, circus skills, dance and band workshops, judo and quad bikes.

Offsite there’s an opportunity to visit a farm, play golf, fish and go water skiing.

In the evenings there are live bands, discos, a big screen cinema and camp concert.

Tom Brennan, Chair of the Mersea Island Festival Trust said: “The Festival has become a must-do event for so many

people over the years.

“There’s not many places a wheelchair user can go up a climbing wall and then down a zipwire, or out on an inflatable behind a speedboat, and it’s often mentioned that visitors get the chance to do things they would never otherwise do if they had not come to the Festival.”

The weekend camp is from Friday August 28 to Monday August 31 (£150 per adult, £135 per under 18).

The week camp is from Sunday August 23 to Friday

August 28 (£250 per adult, £225 per under 18).

Day places are available from £30 per person.

Prices include all activities, accommodation and meals.

Some funding is available to support the cost of attending the festival – for further details contact the Mersea Island Festival Trust.

For further information or to book call 01206 383226, email info@merseafestival.org. uk or visit www.merseafestival. org.uk

n BRAINTREE MUSEUM To help families save money during the summer holidays, Braintree District Museum has launched a Super6 ticket scheme, with saving of up to £135. Instead of £5 per child, tickets for all six activities can be purchased for £15. Activities include gardening, drama workshop, a visit by Snakes Alive, science activities, dragons, pirates, Greek and Egyptian activities. Call the museum for tickets on 01376 325266 or visit www.braintreemuseum.co.uk. n LIFESAVING AWARD Val Hardy, who has dedicated more than 40 years of her life to lifesaving and drowning prevention has been presented with a national award by the Royal Life Saving Society. Val, who lives in Basildon, received the award for her outstanding contribution.

She has acted as water safety advisor to Essex Education and has trained the majority of local teachers at schools with pools.

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CALLING ALL CYCLISTS

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Network Rail issues a timely reminder to cyclists to take extra care this summer

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S thousands of us take to two wheels during the summer holidays on days out or cycling breaks, Network Rail is urging cyclists to take extra care as they bike through the countryside.

Britain’s level crossings are among the safest in the world, but injuries and near misses still happen regularly. In the last five years there have been around 140 incidents involving cyclists with four of these tragically being fatal.

The safety campaign backed

by Sustrans, the charity behind the creation and management of the 14,000-mile National Cycle Network, encourages safer cycling behaviour to keep cyclists and their bikes from harm at level crossings.

The campaign reminds cyclists to: dismount at footpath crossings, take notice of the amber warning lights at road level crossings which mean ‘stop - a train is coming’, to not wear headphones as they can be a distraction and may mean the wearer doesn’t hear the alarms sounded at level crossings or by an oncoming train.

n FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE If you're looking for childcare, a day nursery, after school club or holiday club, then help is at hand from Essex County Council’s Family Information Service. The online tool allows you to search for childcare providers by postcode and there are handy links to help with paying for childcare.

For more information call 0800 055 6874 or visit www.essex.gov.uk.

n A WALK FOR DIABETES

Huw Davies, Sustrans National Cycle Network Director said: “With there being thousands of crossings on roads and cycle routes it’s important that when the public are out and about this summer they are aware of how to use these crossings in a safe and sensible manner. Level crossings can be confusing to people who aren’t used to them, but by following a few simple rules, people can learn how to cross them with safety and confidence.”

Diabetes UK is seeking volunteers in Essex to step up to the challenge and arrange a local walk to help raise vital funds to support people with diabetes.

Upon signing up to arrange your walk (which can be any length and any route of your choice), you will receive an Organiser’s Pack, sponsorship forms, Diabetes UK posters, special organiser’s t-shirt and the assistance of a dedicated fundraising team member to help turn your plan into reality. To find out more visit www.diabetes.org. uk/walk-for-diabetes or email teresa. strange@diabetes.org.uk.

SAINT FRANCIS HOSPICE

Celebrating 31 years of care

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AINT Francis Hospice celebrated its 31st birthday last week with a special service attended by the Mayors and Mayoresses of Havering and Barking & Dagenham and a number of the hospice’s Trustees.

Saint Francis Hospice opened its doors on July 23, 1984 in Havering-atte-Bower, after it was identified at a community health meeting that there was a need for better care for local people with a life-limiting illness such as cancer. The opening followed nine years of individuals and organisations rallying around raising funds and managing the development.

Pam Court, the hospice’s CEO said: “The hospice has grown from caring for around 200 people in 1984, to more than 4,000 people today with the majorty of our patients supported in their own homes, which is where they want to be.”

The charity today employs 150 nurses, doctors

and specialist healthcare staff who are supported by 800 volunteers and provides all of its services free of charge.

The hospice’s recently retired chaplain Graham Laut returned to lead the service that was attended by the Mayors and Mayoresses and Trustees Paul Gwinn (a director of Dagenham & Redbridge Football Club), Peter Batt (Divisional Managing Director for the Co-operative) and Stephen Roome (Finance Director of Roomes Furniture and Interiors store in Upminster), who all spoke of their work for the hospice.

Paul Gwinn noted the amazing fundraising efforts that the charity makes to raise over £7 million each year from the local community.

“I would like to congratulate the team on their hard work and invaluable contribution they make to financing the wonderful work the hospice does,” said Paul.

Hospice CEO Pam Court, second from right with Trustee Paul Gwinn and the Mayor and Mayoress of Barking & Dagenham Cllr Simon Bremner and Diana Bremner

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THEATRE

Curtain raising shows Chelmsford City Theatres Autumn lineup offers audiences a variety of entertainment

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UCH-loved comedian Ruby Wax will kick off the impressive Autumn lineup of entertainment at Chelmsford City Theatres.

Taking place in the Civic and Cramphorn Theatres, audiences can choose from comedy, tribute acts, children’s shows and a special music workshop for budding composers.

Ruby’s show ‘Sane New World’ is based on her critically acclaimed book which helps us understand why we sabotage our sanity with our own thinking.

It takes centre stage on Tuesday September 8.

Further comedy comes in the form of stand-up comedian Chris Ramsey on Tuesday September 29 and Mock The Week’s Andy Parsons on Friday September 18 who will be delivering plenty of his sharp wit.

Music fans are in for a treat with two great evening performances. Nights on Broadway: The Bee Gees Story on Saturday September 12, is a unique blend of classic Bee Gees hits - acoustic medleys and dance floor favourites from the 60s to the 90s.

Lovers of Kate Bush won’t want to miss Dreaming of Kate on Saturday September 19, which features the extraordinary singer and performer Maaike Breijman.

Maaike’s remarkable resemblance to Kate Bush in vocal style and appearance makes a fantastic show.

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treats but October and November too have some great highlights. Throughout October audiences can re-acquaint themselves with some of the most famous historical figures in Horrible Histories: Groovy Greeks and Incredible Invaders where history comes alive with brilliant actors and 3D special effects.

Whilst November will see the arrival of A Murder Is Announced from November 3-7, an Agatha Christie classic starring Judy Cornwall alongside an all-star cast.

To book tickets for any of the above shows visit www.chelmsford.gov.uk/ theatres or call the Box Office on 01245 606505.

To celebrate the arrival of the gripping murder mystery A Murder Is Announced, Chelmsford City Theatres are running a competition to win two tickets to see the performance on Thursday November 5 at 7.45pm.

To enter, simply answer the following question: Which of the following is the name of one of Agatha Christie’s most famous characters?

A: Miss Marple B: Peter Pan C: Sherlock Holmes Send your answer, name, and phone number by email to artsmarketing@ chelmsford.gov.uk with ‘Made In Essex Agatha Christie Comp’ in the subject heading. Closing date for entries, August 14, 2015. Terms and conditions apply.

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Sky-high adventure

Studio Club’s Alice in Wonderland event is a fantastical feast

THE county’s first ‘Sky Ropes’ course was officially opened at Great Notley Country Park in Braintree earlier this week.

A joint project between Essex County Council and Braintree District Council, the 9.5m high rope course and smaller junior course will give adventurers of all ages a unique bird’s eye view of the popular park as they traverse various ropes, bridges and beams.

Cllr Roger Hirst, Essex County Council’s Cabinet Member for Customer Services, Libraries, Planning and the Environment said: “We are always looking creatively at ways to improve the quality of life of our residents and provide attractions which they will enjoy and this is a brilliant example of what can be achieved when we work together.

“I am sure that with these new challenges on offer we will see even more groups and parties visiting this wonderful park in the future.”

To book visit www.visitparks.co.uk.

A dining experience with a twist in brief

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F you want to experience a totally unique dining experience, then Studio Club’s Alice in Wonderland pop-up restaurant is a date in the diary.

Studio Club brings like-minded people together to enjoy unique experiences of food, art, music and performance in private and unusual spaces. The Alice in Wonderland event

A date with the Mad Hatter

takes place on September 3, 4 & 5th at 82-84 Market Place, Romford.

Follow Alice down the rabbit hole into Wonderland for the tea party of your life.

First you must nibble at the ‘Eat Me’ cakes in order to enter and take your seat at the Mad Hatter’s table.

Dining with the Mad Hatter you can expect a feast

of delectable cuisine, fanciful theatre and an abundance of creativity. Also try your hand at a game of cards and dabble in a spot of croquet.

All you need is to bring friends and your imagination.

The event kicks off at 7.30pm-10pm, tickets £60pp include a welcome drink, lavish four-course dinner and entertainment on the night.

To book call 0845 230 5255 or visit www.studio-club.com.

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n CRUISE LINE SPEAKER Chelmsford painter and instructor, Caroline Stevens has teamed up with Essex-based cruise line company Cruise and Maritime Voyages (CMV) to become a guest tutor for their complimentary Additions programme which delivers onboard speakers, entertainers and craft specialists during days spent at sea. To find out more about the Additions programme visit www.cruiseandmaritime. com or call 0844 998 3929. n LIVE MUSIC The Redwood Functions Band will be performing live at the Bardswell Social Club, Weald Road, Brentwood on Saturday August 1, with their unique mix of music through the decades from the 1950s, 60s and 70s.

Doors open at 7.30pm Admission £4, members £2. n TOGETHER AGAINST CRIME Do you have views on crime in your neighbourhood? Have your say by taking part in a short online survey. The Together Against Crime survey is available on Basildon Council’s website.

Your comments could make a real difference to the issues that matter to you. The survey will be available until August 11. www.basildon.gov.uk/tacsurvey. n RIVERSIDE ICE AND LEISURE Children have a new friend to play with at Riverside Ice and Leisure Centre, Chelmsford, this summer. They have introduced a 15 metre fun inflatable Yeti, for children to climb on, slide off and balance upon during Pool Fun Sessions every Wednesday morning during the Summer Holiday period between 9am11am. The Yeti will also be available for pool parties when booked.

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HROUGHOUT the month of August, Meadows Shopping Centre in Chelmsford is running a Cinema Spend Campaign for shoppers to turn their receipts into free cinema tickets.

Shoppers who are visiting and spending more than £10 in a single transaction at the Meadows on any day of the month until Monday August 31, will be able to receive a free cinema ticket to go and see a film at Odeon Cinema.

The receipts have to be valid from one of the participating retailers at the shopping centre.

Cinema tickets will be available to redeem from the shopping centre Security Office on the first floor. For more information on the offer visit www.themeadows.co.uk.

n FITNESS IN MIND WALK Brentwood Borough Council is working in partnership with Brentwood Leisure Trust’s Fitness in Mind project to provide a weekly health walk.

The new FREE, short, friendly and fun walk will take place every Wednesday leaving from The Brentwood Leisure Centre at 6pm led by fully trained walk leader volunteers. As well as the physical benefits, walking can help with stress, anxiety and depression and is a fantastic way to improve both physical and emotional wellbeing.

To find your nearest health walk visit www.walkingforhealth. org.uk/walk. To find out more about The Ramblers visit www. ramblers.org.uk.

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We’re not talking about pride in your work. We’re talking about being proud to work for a company that stands for something. Something you feel passionately about.

You see, we’re looking for recruitment consultants to share in our vision. But we’re not copying the crowd by looking for people unhappy in their current role. We want people who are happy and doing well… but need more. Need to believe in something bigger and better.

To achieve the best, we recruit the best. We expect all of our employees to uphold our core values and deliver our business goals. We are currently seeking experienced and trainee recruitment consultants, from a recruitment or sales background, with the following attributes:

We feel pride in our company when we get emails from candidates thanking us, not only for placing them in an amazing role, but for the support we give them.

We feel pride when our employees of the month are given a fabulous weekend in Monte Carlo. When we feel like part of an amazing success story at the monthly company meeting. When we double in size in the space of a year. When we set ourselves a target of raising over £10K for charity in a year… and then smash that target.

• The drive to succeed and maximise their earning potential.

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

• Strong negotiators who build and maintain long term relationships.

• A professional and personable approach.

• The ability to work within and add to a team.

We are proud to say we are Athona Recruitment. We are passionate, trustworthy, inquisitive and ethical. Are you?

In return for your hard work, we offer you the chance to work within a corporate environment that has retained its family feel. We also offer the following:

Contact our HR manager Laura Griffiths on laura.griffiths@athona.com or call 01277 217777 www.athona.com

• Market-leading salary, commission and benefits packages.

• A career development framework.

• In-house training overseen by our training manager.

• Regular incentives that reward strong sales performance.

• Employee engagement programme including gym membership.

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NEWS TOP SPORTING DESTINATIONS

The race is on to find England’s Greatest Sporting Destination

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ISIT ENGLAND the country’s national tourist board, has launched a quest to find the country’s top sporting destination and has asked you, the public to send in your nominations.

By submitting an image of your ‘home of sport’ be it Essex County Cricket Club, Chelmsford, or a hidden gem of a village cricket green - you can help decide the jewel in England’s sporting crown, no mean feat in a country that is world-renowned for its sporting heritage.

Competition is already hotting up with the likes of Manchester United and Surrey County Cricket Club going head to head on Twitter in their bid to claim the title.

In the first month, the campaign

has already drawn in over 2,000 nominations. We want Made in Essex readers to focus our hopes on Essex therefore if you think newly re-opened Hadleigh Park which boasts one of the UK’s best mountain biking courses deserves a mention or another Essex sporting venue is your top choice, now is the time to cast your vote.

Visit England’s Chief Executive, James Berresford, says: “As the birthplace of rugby, football, cricket, punting and the modern Olympic Games, the home of iconic venues such as Old Trafford, Wimbledon and Aintree and the host to world class sporting events - Henley Royal Regatta and the Americas Cup, to name just two - England’s sporting heritage is something that truly sets

us apart from other destinations.

“Our green and pleasant land provides jaw dropping backdrops Hadleigh Park has one of the to a whole host of UK’s best mountain biking popular pursuits, from courses at its heart hiking and running to abseiling and coasteering, making to seach literally country-wide.”

To help find England’s sporting capital, simply upload a picture of your home of sport to Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #HomeOfSport with a snappy sentence on where you are and why it’s the best sporting destination in England (remember on Twitter you’ve only 140 characters to use).

Approved nominations will appear on a national sports wall at www.englandhomeofsport.com and will be entered into a prize draw to win a selection of sporting experiences.

Entries close at midnight on August 31, 2015, after which an expert panel will work through the nominations to establish a shortlist of sporting hubs. The shortlist will be open to public vote on September 16 with the destination that receives the highest number of votes announced as England’s Home of Sport on October 23.

Criteria for the winning destination will include: breadth of sporting experiences, diverse and beautiful backdrops and interesting sports trivia or claims to fame.

Hadleigh certainly has all that and more.

RHS HYDE HALL FLOWER SHOW

A blooming good show

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HE sixth annual RHS Hyde Hall Flower Show runs from today, Thursday July 30, until Sunday August 2, 2015.

This year’s show features 60 specialist nurseries and garden sundry stands, many of which are RHS medal-winning exhibitors, so you can be assured of good-quality plants at a reasonable prices.

Hyde Hall’s Curator Robert Brett said: “For me it’s great to know that we are working with such respected nurseries. You can be assured of buying top-quality plants from growers that are passionate about horticulture and their stock. And with such a wealth of experts on hand it gives you an ideal opportunity to chat about what plants are best suited to your garden.”

Over the four days there will be a free gardening advisory service where you can talk with RHS experts about any aspects of gardening from

Glorious displays of plants and flowers at RHS Hyde Hall

growing your own plants and vegetables to pruning and pest control. Members of the Hyde Hall gardening team will also be hosting a number of informal daily drop-in sessions covering topics such as lawn care, tools, propagation and planting designs for small gardens. Robert Brett will also take to the stand to tell you the vision for the garden and will outline the journey of Hyde Hall from its original beginnings as a humble farm to a floral feast spanning 360 acres.

New for this year is the addition of a Floral Art Marquee. After an appeal to flower local clubs and societies, there was a fantastic response and you will be able to marvel at more than 30 innovative displays, all created by local Essex floral artists.

Entry to the show is free for RHS members.

Adult ticket prices are just £8.95 and £4.50 for children. Doors open from 10am. For more details www.rhs.org.uk/gardens/hyde-hall.

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A charity from the heart

Gemma and Mark Firth’s lives were turned upside down when they faced the devastating news that Mark had been diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, an uncommon cancer that develops in the lymphatic system.

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EMMA never dreamt that she would become a carer for her husband who had recently celebrated his 30th birthday. The couple were looking forward to the next stage of their lives together and were about to embark on their journey towards family life and were starting IVF treatment. The shock news that Mark had cancer dealt a raw blow.

Gemma soon became a carer and supporter as well as a wife.

But whilst people may have thought she was coping, inside she was in complete shock and didn’t want to accept what was happening, however she knew that she needed to stay strong for Mark’s sake.

During Mark’s treatment Gemma had an amazing support network of family and friends, yet despite this she felt incredibly alone. All she wanted was to talk to somebody that knew how she was feeling.

Gemma soon realised that there are many thousands of people in the same position as her, caring for those suffering from all illnesses not just cancers. She consequently established Never Alone an online charity, to offer those individuals an on-line support network.

“Many people forget about the effect a loved one’s illness can have on the people that are closest to them. Carers often do not want to burden others with their problems, even if they are really struggling,” Gemma explains. “As a result, many carers do not seek the support and help they require at their time of need. Never Alone aims to change this by providing a platform where carers can go to talk about what they are facing with other individuals who are in the same position.”

Gemma continues: “After Mark’s diagnosis I knew that I had to be strong for him, even though I’d never felt so alone. There’s nothing that can prepare you for this type of news. I hope to reach out to even

Gemma and Mark network together that was for carers and a place where people can find information easily on the type of cancer their loved one has by having a links page to the different charity websites such as Macmillan, Lymphoma Association, Anthony Nolan etc... where all the information you need can be found.

If you do Google searches so much information comes up that it can be not only scary but daunting as well.

By having one site with an easy to follow information page, I hope it helps people feel less lost in a minefield of information on top of the terrifying news that your loved one has cancer.

Therefore Never Alone was born, my younger sister Victoria came up with the name which I felt was very fitting. It was registered as a charity on October 3, 2011.

The website offers a wide range of group chats with specific and varying topics so that no matter what a carer is facing, they’ll never feel alone.

more carers through the newly relaunched website and offer a support network where members can talk, console and communicate on a range of topics or talk about something completely different such as hobbies, books, films or fashion with each other.”

Fortunately, Mark has now been in remission for three years and the couple have three healthy children and are living a happy family life, like they’d always dreamed of.

We spoke to Gemma to find out more about Never Alone, Mark’s remission and how she aims to support even more carers.

How did you go about starting up Never Alone?

I had been researching various forums/chat rooms for people who were carers and realised that there wasn’t one completely dedicated to carers to talk online, especially one that was free. Although I had an amazing support network around me of family and friends and I could talk to them about anything, there were times when I actually wanted to vent or speak to someone who didn’t know me and therefore had

no emotional connection to me but knew what I was going through.

I wanted to put a support

How did your life change after Mark’s diagnosis?

To be honest I don’t really know,

everything happened so quickly as we were just about to embark on our first round of IVF in Sweden. We got told that Mark had lumps under his arms and in his neck, and that led to a CT scan which presented a mass in his chest pushing on his windpipe. He was then booked in for a biopsy the Thursday before we were due to go away, then on the Tuesday we got a phonecall to say that it was Hodgkins Lymphoma.

Mark had Chemotherapy every other Friday for six months, but it just became a part of our lives, and our way of coping with it was to just laugh through it.

We entertained ourselves during his day sessions with TV shows, making each other laugh and keeping the nurses entertained.

They also made the process a lot easier by their kindness and exceptional care. I think I was able to get through it because of Mark’s amazing strength, he remained positive throughout the whole process and was truly inspirational in the way that he attacked his treatment and his cancer, I am so very proud of him and how he coped with it all and took on cancer and beat it.

What is life like now?

Life now is amazing, we have three incredible children, twin daughters who are 2 and a half, and a son who is 10 months old. We could never have dreamed that we would have three amazing children after the heartache of two failed IVF attempts and Mark having cancer, but we have come through the other side stronger with an incredible family and the future to look forward to, I just wish this was the case for everyone who has been diagnosed with cancer.

If you would like to request leaflets or any further information then please contact Gemma Firth at gemma@ neveralone.org.uk

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HILDREN’S rooms can be a challenge as they often need to fulfil two opposing functions – sleep and play. Children’s rooms should also support them and their needs as they grow. Where a room is shared, each child should have a private space within it that they feel is their own.

The energy of the east with the rising sun in the morning is ideal for children. The west with the setting sun at night is good for hyperactive children who cannot settle, although this direction is normally better for elderly people to sleep in. The heads of the beds should face their supportive directions, although this is not always possible when there is more than one child in the room. It is more important that they should feel safe, and a view of the door is essential for children.

Rooms with dark corners which house strange shapes and cast shadows on the walls can prove disturbing for young children with vivid imaginations.

Beds

Wooden beds are preferable because they do not pick up electromagnetic radiation.

Bunk beds are not considered suitable since they depress the chi, both of the child on top who is close to the ceiling and the one underneath who has

a body above, often a fidgety one. Canopies over the bed have the same effect and can also harbour dust. Cupboards and beams can also have a debilitating effect.

Children’s beds should have a headboard and should not back on to a window or a door.

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Feng Shui your life

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As children grow mentally, as well as physically, part of the learning process is to be able to make choices. Children instinctively know the type of energy they require to support them and should be allowed to design their own bedrooms and have a

major say in the decoration and colours, even if it is not to the parents’ taste.

We can always shut the door and we should respect it when it is shut. Children need their privacy as we do and if we set an example by knocking and asking permission to enter,

then we can expect the same in return.

If there is a family room or playroom elsewhere, then excessive stimulation in the form of toys should not be a problem in the bedroom. When the room serves a dual purpose, create a separate sleeping area and provide storage for toys to be put away out of sight at night.

Furnishings

If the floor is hard, a soft rug by the bed is welcoming in the morning and will give a gentle start to the day. If your child has chosen the colours, you can select shades and hues to suit the child’s personality – cooler ones to balance an active child and brighter ones to stimulate a more reticent personality.

These days most children have their own television sets in their rooms and this inevitably isolates them from their families and hampers social interaction outside.

Apart from this consideration, the electromagnetic radiation from TV’s and computers in children’s bedrooms is a cause for concern. Where possible remove all electrical items from children’s rooms and relocate them in other areas of the house.

If this cannot be done ensure electrical items are switched off at the mains at night and not left on standby if they are close to a sleeping area.

Teenagers’ Rooms

Teenagers’ rooms are evolving places where children who are growing into adults can express themselves. The needs and tastes of a thirteen year old are very different from those of a seventeen or eighteen year old and the room may be changed on almost an annual basis. Some principles will remain constant however.

We can encourage our child to place their beds in an auspicious position and introduce them to Feng Shui, which they may

come to regard as a help when they encounter some of the usual trials of growing up.

If possible hold out against a television in the bedroom and encourage the use of family rooms. A computer in the study will draw teenagers out of their bedrooms and preserve this space for sleep and relaxation. *Jackie Tyrrell is founder of Feng Shui Pathway which offers a Home Feng Shui consultation service which can help improve the health of your home and also identify what adjustments need to be made to those areas of your life where you feel that you need more support and balance. She is an accredited Feng Shui consultant and trained at The Feng Shui Academy and is Secretary on the Feng Shui Society Executive, a professional organisation of Feng Shui consultants and teachers in the UK. For more details www. fengshuipathway.co.uk.

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Stuff: for kids bedrooms Spacious cabinet with 10 solid room compartments, Nubie - Modern Kids Boutique, £640 www.nubie.co.uk

Children’s Butterfly Wall Clock, £29.99 Becky and Lolo www.beckyandlolo.co.uk

Glow in the Dark Star Map, £30 Maps International www.mapsinternational. co.uk

Bear Rug (180x135cm), £189, Kelaty www.kelaty.com

Personalised Toy Box with Padded Seat, £69.95, Plantabox www.plantabox.co.uk Dimensions: 53cm x 36cm x 25cm

Children’s Fairy Lights- Purple Butterfly, £24.96 Becky and Lolo www.beckyandlolo. co.uk

Kids Comic Name Cushion, £24, Artylicious Home & Gifts www.artylicious.co.uk Greta Bed, made of solid reclaimed fir. £395, Loaf www.loaf.com

Disney Frozen Olaf 3D Wall Light, £32.95, Housing Units, www. housingunits. co.uk Nidi Luce children’s desk, from £435, Go Modern Furniture, www.gomodern.co.uk Available in a wide variety of colours, from zingy brights, such as the white with zesty lemon legs and drawer seen here, to all-white or more neutral or wood colours. Three widths available 120cm, 135cm or 150cm width miffy light, £114 MAIDEN www.maidenshop. com/ Dimensions: 50cm high

Children’s Coat HooksButterfly, £3 Becky and Lolo www.beckyandlolo.co.uk

Children’s 100% Cotton Percale Duvet Cover Sets- Blue Dino, £26.99 Becky and Lolo www. beckyandlolo.co.uk

Set Of 3 Children’s Woodland Animal Cases, great for storage, £19.95 www.edora. co.uk

Kids Moose Plush Animal Head Wall Decor, £59.95 www.Cuckooland.com

Children’s Circus Play Tent, £150, Mini Eden www.minieden.co.uk

Large Flower Tree Wall Sticker, each pack contains 1x Tree and 3x sets of flowers. £79.99 IN-SPACES www.in-spaces.com

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All-inclusive Summer Camp at

Stubbers Adventure Centre

activity sessions in an excellent day.

Check out Stubbers website www. stubbers.co.uk for more details.

Stubbers is an amazing outdoor adventure park for youngsters and adults alike, if you’re looking to get in touch with the great outdoors and have some serious fun get in touch now!

As a registered charity and not for profit organisation they rely on your support, and wouldn’t be there without you.

Stubbers offer a superb programme of holiday activities for 7 to 16-year-olds. These exciting activity day and week options run during weekdays in all school holidays

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IDS are never in a hurry to leave at the end of the day and now they don’t have to! You can drop off after 8.30am, pick up before 6pm.

With activity options to suit everyone, and a flexible programme to ensure that everyone will enjoy themselves.

Book them in for the Sleepover and choose an activity programme from: Water sports week, Commando Week or Multi Activity Week, and then the fun continues with extra evening activities including Beach Party, Camp fire and Movie night.

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Accommodation for the week is in bunkhouse tents with eight children per tent in bunk beds. Staff stay overnight with the group.

Holiday Activity Manager, Andy Burgin, said “We have some great evening activities lined up and I know the children will love it! There are limited places on the sleepover so I suggest parent’s book early”.

For the sleepover, children need to be aged between nine and 16. All meals and activities are included in the sleepover price. Children will require a sleeping bag and pillow.

Stubbers Adventure Centre has the biggest variety of on site

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adventure activities in the South East. With a picturesque 130 acres of adventure space, including three lakes, you can be certain of having a great time whatever your interest.

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Travel Hole up in horticultur LIFESTYLE

Botanical gems and colourful blooms – spend the night at a classic British retreat, enjoy the fresh air, stretch your legs and feed your soul. Pride of Britain Hotels’ are set in the most magnificant surroundings that any garden-lover will cherish

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RAVETYE MANOR, WEST SUSSEX Grade I listed Elizabethan Gravetye Manor is set in 1,000 acres of landscaped grounds, famously created by pioneering gardener and horticultural writer William Robinson, who lived here from 1884. Today, the historically influential gardens are lush with layers of blooms, well-tended

by Head Gardener Tom Coward.

During the summer months, the magnificent oval-walled Victorian kitchen garden provides an abundance of fruit, vegetables and herbs that are used by Head Chef George Blogg in his kitchen. An overnight stay costs from £260 per room (two sharing), including full English breakfast.

BARNSLEY HOUSE, THE COTSWOLDS In the heart of the Cotswolds, Barnsley House was once the family home of acclaimed garden designer Rosemary Verey, who advised Prince Charles on his garden at Highgrove. Highlights of the garden, expertly maintained by Head Gardener Richard Gatenby, include a potager, knot garden, secluded pathways, statues by Simon Verity and borders of magnolias, tulips and white spirea. An overnight stay costs from £210 per room (two sharing), including full English breakfast.

LEWTRENCHARD MANOR, DEVON Set in a secluded valley beneath the wild tors of Dartmoor, the picturesque gardens at Jacobean Lewtrenchard Manor, originally designed by Walter Sarel and Gertrude Jekyll, feature streams and ponds, fountains and sculptures, sunken lawns, a rustic dovecote, an avenue of splendid beech trees and a recently-restored walled vegetable garden. An overnight stay costs from £155 per room (two sharing), including full English breakfast.

THE GORING, LONDON A favourite of the Duchess of Cambridge, luxury London hotel The Goring boasts one of the largest private gardens in the capital – surrounded by pretty flower borders

Gravetye Manor

Barnsley House

Bodysgallen Hall

The Temple at Barnsley House

Lewtrenchard Manor

– and croquet can be played on the central lawn. This summer, sip champagne as the sun sets from a secluded hideaway in the hotel’s newly-opened Bollinger Secret Garden (price is from £162 for a magnum). An overnight stay, room only, costs from £450 per room (two sharing).

BODYSGALLEN HALL, NORTH WALES Situated above the perfectly-preserved Victorian seaside town of Llandudno, Bodysgallen Hall and Spa’s spectacular gardens recently featured on the BBC TV programme, “Glorious Gardens from Above”. The many delights of the award-winning gardens include enchanting follies, a walled garden, herb parterre and a rockery. Head Gardener Robert Owen and his team host garden tours during the summer and autumn

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Rockliffe Hall

months (price is £32.50 pp including lunch and a glass of wine). An overnight stay costs from £179 per room (two sharing), including full Welsh breakfast.

The Goring

Hartwell House

Hartwell House

HARTWELL HOUSE AND SPA, BUCKINGHAMSHIRE The 90 acres of gardens and parkland at Hartwell House and Spa were laid out in the 18th century by the revered English landscape architect Capability Brown.

The park’s collection of pavilions and monuments, including a Gothic tower, a romantic turret and an iconic temple, are dotted amongst grand statues, canals and an ornamental bridge. An overnight stay costs from £200 per room (two sharing), including full English breakfast.

ROCKLIFFE HALL, COUNTY DURHAM Set within 375 acres on the banks of the River Tees, near the village of Hurworth, the extensive grounds at 18th-century country retreat Rockliffe Hall are home to an impressive championship golf course and a brand-new Spa Garden (opening 13 August), which features lush landscaping, a hydrotherapy pool, Jacuzzi, decked lounging area, fire pit, water feature and sweeping views across the estate. An overnight stay costs from £165 per room (two sharing), including full English breakfast.

The Pride of Britain collection of independent hotels spans the UK. To book an overnight stay, and for the best available price, call Pride of Britain Hotels on 0800 089 3929/www. prideofbritainhotels.com.

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Vintage style at Goodwood

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F you think the Goodwood Revival is all about racing cars, think again. It is just as much about vintage fashion.

Having experienced the three-day extravaganza on many occasions, I can tell you that it is an eye-opener and one of the best events for those who love dressing up in vintage clobber.

More than 80 per cent of the 148,000 people attending, display fashion statements ranging from

By CHRIS MANNING haute couture to char lady outfits. In fact you feel very much out of place dressed in ordinary attire. It really is a chance to dress to impress whether that’s from the 1930s, 40s, 50s 60s whatever decade, is your choice.

Men get in on the act as well with tweed jackets, armed forces uniforms, mods and rockers outfits

complete with quiff hair-dos.

There’s a whole raft of pop-up vintage shops too so you can add to your outfit, or buy something to wear at next year’s event. There’s fur coats, dresses, jewellery, hats, handbags and shoes - you name it, they’ve got it!

They say a picture paints a thousand words . . . so I will let these images do the rest.

The date for this year’s Goodwood Revival is September 11-13, 2015.

See goodwood.com for more details.

Pics: Chris Manning and Goodwood Press Office

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talks ‘Learn to...’ Holidays

Holidays spent learning a new skill, or brushing up an existing one, are increasingly popular. Add to that the fact that you can be sure of meeting like minded new friends and there you have it - a recipe for a great holiday. Here are some ideas you may want to try.

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OOKING in Morocco. Why not spice up your cuisine with some Moroccan dishes? Start with salads and canapés then learn the art of cooking vegetarian and meat dishes the slow way in traditional Moroccan earthenware tagines. Get into the swim of cooking fish the way the locals do and conjure up a range of delicious deserts. Learn how to choose and cook with rare spices and discover the history of Moroccan wine making.

GETTING THERE: Frui runs six night Moroccan gastronomy holidays with prices from £1,799 per person, including six nights en suite accommodation, breakfast, lunch, group transfers, lessons, excursions, ingredients and a local guide for the duration of the tour. www.frui.co.uk/020 8123 4559 It Takes Two to Tango. Argentina may be the home of the tango but it’s a long way from home. So how about tangoing in Italy instead?

Pop over to La Rogaia and learn how to dance under the stars on terraces overlooking the rolling hills of Umbria. Classes are ideal for beginners. No stress and lots of fun right from the beginning.

Instruction is in small groups, a maximum of nine couples, allowing for individual attention. Each evening after dinner, put what

you have learned into practice by dancing the night away.

GETTING THERE: Prices from £515 per person based on two sharing, including breakfast and lunch. www.vidados.com/0203 750 2455 Plain Sailing. Learn to sail a yacht whilst island hopping in Greece. Flotilla sailing is fun.

You sail your own yacht but have the company of fellow sailors on 10-12 other yachts each evening in port. For beginners, lead crews give you a comprehensive briefing on the boat and its working parts on arrival and some hands-on tuition the next morning. After that the lead crew will see you out of harbour each day, and be there to take your lines when you arrive in the evenings. Should you still feel a little unsure, they offer an extra pair of hands on board if needed.

However, sailing in calm waters with no tides is easy and, of course, you can keep in touch with the other boats by radio.

GETTING THERE: Prices from £595 per person based on two sharing including flights from Gatwick, transfers, diesel, mooring fees, the yacht, linen and towels. www.sailingholidays.com/020 8459 8787

Painting in Wales. Where better to develop your painting skills than in beautiful Pembrokeshire, Wales? Andrew and Maggie Brown run Indigo Brown creative holidays, three, five and seven day full board residential painting holidays, in some of the most glorious landscapes in Wales. Beginners and experienced artists who wish to explore drawing and painting, seascapes and landscapes, can take part in a structured holiday, combining ‘painting on location’ with studio work and without the worry of transport and accommodation. Maggie’s enthusiastic tuition along with Andrew’s delicious home cooking create a relaxed home environment, allowing you to unwind and recover your creative energies.

GETTING THERE: Prices from £390 per person based on two sharing. www.indigobrown. co.uk/01348 840177

Tee Off in Spain.

Learn from scratch or improve your game at the golf academy in the delightful La Cala resort in southern Spain, just 30 minutes from Malaga airport and 20 minutes from Marbella. A five day course includes ten hours of tuition and is ideal for those looking to start playing or to achieve a major

improvement in their game. Learn distance control, high and low shots, shots from difficult positions and how to draw and fade. Nonplaying guests can enjoy a range of sensory treatments in La Cala’s luxurious spa suites or head for the beach.

GETTING THERE: Prices from 168 euros per night based on two sharing include a buffet breakfast.

Professional tuition and a nine hole playing lesson on the last day is 495 euros for one guest, 340 euros per person for two and 260 euros per person for three. www.lacala.com/ (dialling from the UK):+34 952 669 000

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ince its inauguration as a New Town in the years following the Second World War, Basildon has grown into one of the most

important commercial centres in Essex. But like many of its fellow post-war creations, it has never won a great deal of love and reached the turn of the new millennium needing a lot of TLC to bring it up to date.

It wasn’t until 2012 that a master plan was approved by the council to regenerate the town, with hundreds of new homes central to the proposition alongside a re-vamped town centre, new amenities and the intention of introducing an ‘evening economy’ to inject millions of pounds into local businesses.

This is certain to attract people from the immediate surrounding area, and also a generation of would-be homeowners who are finding it increasingly difficult to make roots in London and are seeking a more affordable place to make their home that is

New Town revisited The regeneration of Basildon has brought with it a host of new homes options

still within easy striking distance of the capital.

So there’s been a balance in the type of new homes being constructed in recent years, including apartments that are likely to suit

multiplex cinema for East Square as a focal point for more shops, cafés and restaurants

Whitlock), an eight-court sports hall, large gym, group exercise studios, and an indoor

young single people and couples but also houses for families who need more space to

that can stay open longer into the evening.

Some of the transitions have already

climbing wall.

In the longer term, there may be even

grow without having to uproot every step of the way.

One big part of the plans for the town centre is to make it far more accessible, with more pedestrian and cycle roots to make

happened and others are under way.

Gloucester Park, the town’s main public open space, is being re-landscaped to accommodate some of the new homes being built, as well as the extensive facilities of Basildon

more transformation to come. A new Dunton Garden Suburb has been proposed as a crossboundary development opportunity to the west of Laindon (part of Basildon Borough) and east of West Horndon (part of Brentwood

journeys safer and more pleasant. Another

Sporting Village, which is already one of

Borough). This might provide between

is the re-designing of St Martin’s Square to provide an improved public space, new lively street market and a remodelled Towngate Theatre as an arts and culture centre.

The proposition also includes a new

the leading sports amenities in the county.

This leisure centre has an athletics stadium, outdoor pitches, two swimming pools, a regional gymnastics centre (home to Olympic and World Championship medallist Max

4,000 and 6,000 new homes together with commercial, retail and leisure areas, as well as local open spaces and community amenities.

The choice for new homes hunters in Basildon seems certain to get bigger.

WHATHOUSE? PICKS...

Dunton Fields @ Radford Park – Bellway Homes (from £217,995) With prices on the current phase starting at £217,995, this collection of homes with a contemporary design is located in Laindon, just west of Basildon. This scheme is bringing everything from one-bedroom apartments to four-and five-bedroom townhouses and family homes as part of the Radford Park development.

Whichever property you plump for, you’ll find a highquality specification which includes ceramic wall tiling,

Gloucester Gate – Barratt Homes (£TBA) This development has been taking shape in the heart of the

Roca white sanitaryware and Zanussi stainless steel kitchen appliances. The sales centre is open daily: Friday to Wednesday, from 10.00am to 5.30pm; and Thursdays from 10.00am to 7.00pm.

Find out more at www.bellway.co.uk 01268 412132

Arcadia – Bloor Homes (from £277,995) Also in Laindon is this scheme, which comprises a mix

town, just minutes from its bus and rail stations and its bustling market and shopping centres. It’s also adjacent to

of three-, four- and five-bedroom properties priced from £277,995.

Gloucester Park, one of Basildon’s best-loved leisure spaces.

While the current phase has sold out, a new release of apartments is due in spring/summer of next year, though in the mean time, there is a show home for house-hunters

These homes combine a traditional external architecture, featuring Arts & Crafts-inspired decorative brickwork and porches, with chic, modern interiors including fitted wardrobes to the master bedroom, sleek kitchens and

to view in order to see the finishes and specification for themselves. This is open Tuesday to Sunday, from 10.00am to 5.30pm on Monday from 12.30pm to 5.30pm.

bathrooms and a good range of appliances as standard.

The marketing suite id open seven days a week, from 10.00am to 5.00pm.

Find out more at www.barratthomes.co.uk 0844 811 4888

Find out more at bloorhomes.com 01268 857834

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Warley

GUIDE PRICE £730,000 - £760,000

DETACHED FAMILY HOME IN A SOUGHT AFTER AREA Entering through the enclosed porch you will find a spacious dining room with sliding doors providing access to a secluded patio area, along with a modern fitted kitchen. The upper ground floor offers a 22’ lounge with access to an elevated patio area, overlooking the beautiful rear garden. The middle floor offers two bedrooms and a modern family bathroom, whilst the top floor provides access to the fourth bedroom and master bedroom and en-suite shower room.

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Brentwood

£695,000 £649,995

AN ATTRACTIVE BUNGALOW WITH VIEWS OVER A WOODED AREA Nestled discreetly off the Ingrave Road and enjoying views over the woods of Shenfield Common, lays this detached three/four bedroom property, surrounded by mature and well-tended gardens. Available for the first time in many years, the property offers a distinct inviting feel and would make a fantastic home for its next purchasers.

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Doddinghurst

GUIDE PRICE £600,000 - £650,000

OPEN HOUSE - SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST BETWEEN 10.00AM-11.00AM - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Situated in a mature leafy wooded lane is this two bedroom detached bungalow standing in one and a half acres subject to land survey and with 105’ road frontage.

The property has had plans passed to extend the bungalow to provide bigger living accommodation and a large garage measuring 12m x 6m. Properties of this kind of character rarely become available in lovely semi-rural locations like this and therefore we urge interested parties to view immediately to avoid disappointment.

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Blackmore

£695,000 £935,000

FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED HOUSE Set behind electric gates and occupying a wide road frontage is this imposing 5 bedroom detached chalet bungalow with 1.5 acres of immaculate grounds backing paddocks. The property lends itself easily to annex division because of the ground floor layout and has extensive parking with a double width garage.

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Hutton

SEMI DETACHED BUNGALOW IN CUL DE SAC LOCATION

Situated in a quiet cul de sac is this lovely two bedroom semi-detached bungalow available with vacant possession. Surrounded by well maintained gardens the property boasts delightful views from the rear and offers a great degree of seclusion. Viewing is advised.

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A THREE BEDROOM HOUSE REQUIRING MODERNISATION

With views over greensward and set back from the street, stands this three bedroom end terrace family home, needing a degree of modernisation. The Broad Walk North is a pleasant cul-de-sac, located within a short distance of local amenities and within reach of St Martins School.

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Nine Ashes

This fantastic three bedroom semi detached family home is situated on the ever popular Flowers Development, within close proximity of local schooling and amenities. A deceptively spacious feel is offered by way of open plan living accommodation on the ground floor, which includes a refitted 17’ x 10’10 kitchen/diner with doors opening onto an attractive garden, currently set up for outdoor living. A driveway to the side gives ample off street parking.

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Blackmore

MAGNIFICENT FIVE BEDROOM DETACHED PROPERTY

Having been extended and refurbished to a magnificent standard is this five bedroom detached ‘farmhouse style’ property backing on to open fields. The property has a superb games room with ‘wet room’. Beautifully appointed gardens including a thatched heated gazebo.

£625,000

SIX BED DETACHED BUNGALOW BACKING FIELDS

Situated in a non-estate position backing onto open farmland is this six bedroom detached bungalow, which incorporates a one bedroom annexe with its own access and has further potential. Vacant possession

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£375,000

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£430,000

Sitting in two acres of gated grounds is this superb Grade II listed, two bedroom ground floor luxury apartment occupying the front façade of this impressive former Victorian school enjoying excellent views over countryside. Finished to an extremely high standard including marble floors, solid wood wide beamed flooring, luxury en-suite and master family bathroom.

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What can you buy in the county for around £1million? asks Fiona Brandhorst, finding answers in Brentwood, Ickleton, Colchester and Lawton Town – £1.15million

Brentwood: Nostalgia fans will covet Weald House, an impressive Grade II listed

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Country – £1.25million

Ickleton: Live the country dream at Mill

detached property on the market for the first

House, standing in almost an acre of land in a tranquil location in the village of Ickleton,

time in 36 years. In the heart of Brentwood, this 18th-century home is packed with period features and set out over six staminabuilding floors. Growing families will love its six double bedrooms, four reception rooms and traditional kitchen with steps down to the handy basement storage. Out in the large, secluded walled garden you could be in the depths of the countryside with mature trees, natural wild growing plants and a small brook running through.

Positioned a short walk to the shops, restaurants, good schools and station, there’s rare off-street parking and a double garage behind gates. Commuting time to London’s Liverpool Street is just 38 minutes.

Beresfords ; 01277 888624

near Whittlesford. It’s a substantial, wellpreserved period home comprising five bedrooms and three elegant reception rooms, approached via an impressive gravelled driveway. With views across the River Cam, which runs through the garden, to the meadows beyond it’s the perfect home for a family seeking a Swallows and Amazonsstyle life.

Budding masterchefs will be pleased to hear that the Aga is staying in the hub-ofthe-home-kitchen breakfast room that leads through to the conservatory overlooking the immaculate garden. There are five bedrooms on the first floor, with an en suite and dressing room to the master, as well as a family bathroom. Further accommodation,

Budding masterchefs will be pleased to hear that the Aga is staying in the hub-of-the-homekitchen breakfast room that leads through to the conservatory overlooking the immaculate garden ideal for a home office or granny/au pair annex, is found in the converted former mill building with two bedrooms, reception room and shower room.

Ickleton has a pub and village shop and is only five miles from Saffron Walden.

Nearby Whittlesford has fast train services to London in one hour and there are a range of primary and secondary schools in Duxford, Sawston or Cambridge.

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Town £699,995 Colchester: Wired for Dolby surround sound in every room and featuring the best of eco-living, White Oaks has been designed to the highest specification to provide a unique and contemporary family home. A fabulous lighting system delivers a warm and inviting feel at the touch of a button and the heat recovery and ventilation system provides a consistent temperature throughout the property whatever the weather is doing outside. The hallway has a full-height atrium opening on to the large sitting/dining room overlooking the garden. The feature kitchen has Italian

units and German fittings and a separate utility room.

The spacious master bedroom with its en suite and separate dressing room add a touch of luxury to the living accommodation, with two further bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor, the galleried landing leads on up to the second floor to the two large double bedrooms, one benefitting from an en suite shower room. A two-storey detached games annex is set to the side of a secluded and well-stocked rear garden.

The property is located close to schools and shops and has good access to the A12, the town centre and Colchester Station into London Liverpool Street.

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Country £240,000 Lawford: Lawford Place is a grand, private countryside mansion dating from 1796, converted into a prestigious apartment development on the outskirts of Manningtree.

The former manor house’s political connection dates from 1947 when it housed a research department for BX Plastics where the young Margaret Thatcher worked as a chemist before she commenced her legendary career in politics.

The two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is at the top of the period property that takes

centre stage on the development. The lounge diner has views to the front, a feature fireplace and walk through to the kitchen. The two double bedrooms are to the rear of the property and enjoy uninterrupted views across the impressive cultivated gardens and as far as the Stour Valley. There are two allocated parking spaces.

Manningtree is half-a-mile away and has a range of shops and mainline station with fast trains to London Liverpool Street in around an hour.

Fenn Wright ; 01206 397222

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season ticket and the time it takes to commute are the top questions

good value - and a good quality of life - to be found within easy reach of the capital.”

asked by parents moving to the

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two slot with 86% of schools rated by Ofsted as good or above, average house prices

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ne of the UK’s top conservation

and woodlands. There is also a private gate

architects is selling his magnificent, partly moated

and footpath to the parish church. Twentyfour peacocks are available to buy separately.

former hall house, set in a

“It’s a beautiful, ancient house to live

mature seven-acre setting in Halstead. Once owned by the

in,” Shelton explains, “and because of my training and career, I’m in the fortunate

Fry chocolate family, the Grade II listed property was bought by the parents of the

position of knowing how to restore it

current owner Roderick Shelton in 1970

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when he was an architectural student.

Stambourne Hall is believed to have been

thorns and brambles. Now it has a look I like to call ‘chocolate-box gothic’.”

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The stunning home offers two-storey living accommodation with an extensive range of refurbished outbuildings including a huge 45ft thatched barn with a staircase to the first floor There are number of state and independent primary and secondary schools nearby.

Braintree Station is just over 10 miles away

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the first floor there is a master bedroom

two-hole “thunderbox” or outside toilet, a

and Stansted Airport 14.9 miles.

reception rooms to the ground floor as

suite and four further bedrooms each with

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original exposed timbers and views across the gardens. The outbuildings include a

stables and a cart lodge. The grounds are predominately meadow with wild flowers

Stambourne Hall has a guide price of £1.65million through Bedfords

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Buyers are giving the thumbs up to Arcadia the new Bloor Homes development in Laindon on the outskirts of Basildon

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Richenda Oldham gets a slice of the action picturesque attic-style windows.

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floor includes a stylish contemporary kitchen with a convenient separate utility room, lounge with French doors leading to the rear garden, study and dining room off the kitchen.

The first floor has three double bedrooms, including the master bedroom with its ‘musthave’ dressing area with built-in wardrobes and en suite. Two further double bedrooms and a family bathroom are found on the top floor with far reaching views from the Priced at £499,995, ‘The Willerby’ comes with a sought-after double garage plus an impressive six parking spaces – ideal for families with teenage drivers and ample

n the doorstep of the local beauty spot Langdon The kMix from Kenwood makes baking a piece of cake with Hills Country Park, with its panoramic views over its 4.6 litre bowl and special fold function. It even stopsthe Thames Estuary and across to London, more automatically when the head is than half of the homes at Arcadia are already sold, lifted, £399.99, www.amara.com

room for when friends and family visit.

‘The Osterley’, a three-bedroom detached house priced at £307,995 will be available soon closely followed by two three-bedroom semi-detached homes, ‘The Studland’ and

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Essex or Marbs is there really only one way?

Essex and Marbella are both roaring ahead in the property stakes. Whether you’re buying a flight to Malaga or a train ticket to the City, Fiona Brandhorst takes a look at what your money can buy 1. Marbella:

2. Hutton Poplars, Shenfield: 3. Marbella:

4. Maldon:

Two-bedroom apartment from £313,704 This luxury, gated complex at Jade Beach is available to buy now off-plan and ready to move into from July 2016. Boasting modern, Mediterranean-style architecture, it’s just 100m from the sea and beautiful beaches.

An hour’s drive from Malaga Airport, the apartments are also close to Puerto Banus, for an extra slice of nightlife and yacht gazing, and the beautiful mountain range of Sierra de Ronda is within easy reach.

The south-facing, ground floor, twobedroom apartments have air-conditioning, two bathrooms, an underground parking space and storeroom. Within the resort, there’s a security checkpoint, a pedestrian entrance and a car entrance, together with a shared swimming pool and gardens.

All homes at Jade Beach feature fully equipped kitchens, marble flooring and sliding windows in the sitting room, motorised sun blinds, under floor heating, shower screens in both bathrooms and a halogen lights in all rooms.

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Two-bedroom apartment £310,000 This rarely available two-bedroom, first-floor apartment is located in Barnston Way, a sought-after enclave in Hutton Poplars on the edge of the bustling town of Shenfield.

Road links to the A12 and M25 are nearby.

Shenfield is known for its excellent bijoux shops, bars and restaurants and for sports fanatics there’s a wide range of fitness centres and golf courses as well as country parks and string of surrounding villages with must-visit gastro pubs.

The apartment has the benefit of a newly refurbished kitchen and bathroom and enjoys views across mature gardens and trees from its spacious balcony leading off the lounge. There’s a garage, visitor parking and no onward chain, so for first-timebuyers it’s a dream buy.

Beresfords ; 01277 888620

One bedroom apartment £129,995 Buyers of this apartment can’t fail to be impressed with the watery and muddy reputation of the riverside town of Maldon.

The annual Maldon Mud Race is a must for anyone up for a challenge as the 400m dash over the bed of the River Blackwater raises a huge amount of money for local charities.

The Maldon Regatta, held in September, is a veritable sea of crafts of varying shapes and sizes from fishing boats to cruising yachts.

The apartment itself is near to the River Chelmer and Hythe Quay where you can wander among the traditional Thames sailing barges or enjoy the nearby Promenade Park. The many bars and restaurants often tucked down alleyways are a short walk away in this popular and historic town world famous for its Maldon Salt.

The first-floor, one-bedroom apartment has a separate fitted kitchen, bathroom and lounge. The property is set within secure grounds access via locked entrance gates and has allocated parking and visitors’ spaces. Trains to London take 44 minutes from the nearest station at Hatfield Peverel.

Curtis O’Boyle ; 01621 855558

Golf apartments from £133,847 Keen golfers will appreciate this large twobedroom apartment as residents have free, unlimited use of all the facilities at El Soto Golf Club. For sale now off-plan and ready to move in to from July 2016, the apartment is set in a peaceful location near Elviria Beach.

La Floresta Sur and its surroundings have been declared a natural biosphere reserve by UNESCO and boast outstanding views of its oak and pine forest. Marbella’s famous Nikki Beach Club – a good place to celeb spot and enjoy sandy beaches – is only a few minutes away!

The design of the properties is typically Mediterranean with wide terraces, two large shared swimming pools and gardens and your own private parking space right outside.

The apartments are beautifully finished, with an Italian-designed integrated kitchen, thermal and acoustic insulation and airconditioning. There’s also a lift for each block.

Property and Spain; 020 8339 6036

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ith average on the remaining share to the housing these types of mortgages. Some first-time buyer association, who then in effect become providers will allow you to borrow deposits soaring your landlord. As and when you’re up to 95%, meaning you only need a to over 30% of the able to afford it, you can take steps 5% deposit to secure the next slice of property value, to buy additional shares until you own ownership. Speak to an independent purchase schemes 100% of your home. This is known mortgage advisor to find out what in popularity. as staircasing. options you have.

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“Wecan know that local landlords a traditional staircasing cost me? Keeley added:you better areas to live in and why some houses mortgage. are sell theallshare you ownand through area have a wide range of choices, Run in association with the Sunday Times and Times, tenants in ouryour housing association, or if you’ve more attractive to locals whilst others will attract Purchasing further shares works much How does shared ownership so we go all out to provideup them with a fully and sponsored by Zoopla, this year’s awards were to 100%, yourounded can sell it in newcomers to an area. like a typical house purchase, with staircased work? property management service designed to exceed staged at the Lancaster London Hotel. on the open market, through an estate valuations required for eachtheir ‘step’, “I always felt strongly supported by the expectations andofprovide them with the very you sell In citing Belvoir as the Gold winner, a distinguished agent your choice.

When Providing you meet the criteria and you will of course need highest to pay staff and the management at Belvoir’s Central customer and care. judgingschemes panel of leading said: any mortgagelevel of your home,service the greater percentage you (see P32), shared ownership the property legal experts, fees, and Office and have good relationships with them, “I would like to thank all of our staff, clients “Belvoir is perpetually successful in this category, own, the more profi t youand will make if are a great way to get onto the fees, if applicable, too. On the plus suppliers for their continued support of ourhas business due in part to its continual investment in its audit so the decision to become a franchisee once the the value of your home increased, property ladder and you may find side, you’ll not need to pay any and for helping us to set a new record by winning this team, which keeps standards consistently high, but possibility arose was an easy one,” you Keeley can buysays. a bigger home than you Stamp Duty on staircasing up to 80% so there’s a benefit to staircasing in honour, yet again.” also because of the outstanding support and training prestigious national “I couldn’t wait to be part of a network.

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How you fund the purchase Franchisee role to contact Belvoir’s head office in new 01268 home of411110 additional/ 01702 shares is 334466 up to you,/ 01708 730077 Grantham, they’ve been fantastic.”When you first buy aTel: through shared ownership, you although typically this is done through Keeley adds: “I am very enthusiastc about BelvoirBasildon purchase a share of the property, a mortgage lender –BelvoirBasildon most building Find out more at www.genesisha.org.uk; growing Belvoir Basildon and its future.” typically between 25-75%, paying rent societies and high street banks offer 033 3000 4000

Moving house needn’t be a nightmare just make your move with Belvoir. Made speak to Belvoir Basildon’s new house Tony HarkerinofEssex Genesis explains how shared affordable have rocketed Franchisee and director Keeley Taylor

ownership can be the perfect platform to With 16 years of lettings become a fully-fl edged owner-occupier industry experience, and

five years working for Belvoir, 30-year old Keeley Taylor was the perfect candidate to take over as franchisee of the Belvoir Lettings Franchise in Basildon. She is now director of Belvoir Basildon which covers the territories of Basildon, Romford and Southend-on-Sea. Her loyalty to the Belvoir brand and love for all things lettings meant that she elected to take over the business when the franchise became available.

“It really felt like the right step for me when I was offered the chance to become the Franchisee,” she explains, “having worked at the office in Basildon since 2006 (primarily when it was known as ‘Let it Be and then as part of Belvoir when it was bought out by them in 2010).

The company initially started nine years ago and it was just the director and me at that time. We had no properties and strived to create and grow a client-base. Since then the business has grown tremendously.”

Keeley’s contacts have held her in good stead. “I’ve worked at the office for so long so I have some great relationships with the existing

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Time is running out to buy a highquality new Redrow home in Lexden

ince its official launch in

everything in between,” she says. “They

January, sales have been brisk at Redrow’s King’s Park, a

all recognise that the development offers a winning combination of high-specification

development of 31 homes in

homes in a sought-after village location with

the village of Lexden, just west of Colchester. Now, just seven

good local amenities and strong commuter links. These factors have helped make King’s

of 20% of the property price. This means a lower initial payment and then lower

Redrow’s Mastermove option means they’ll work with local agents to find a buyer for you

homes remain for sale – five houses and two

Park a success and now that availability

monthly mortgage payments, as the loan is

– and pay their fees, so you won’t have to.

apartments – so opportunities to buy a peach

is limited we’re encouraging would-be

interest-free for five years.

of a home at the site are now limited.

With prices ranging from £278,995 to

homeowners to contact us without delay.”

With everything from a two-bedroom

For homeowners struggling to sell their existing property – or simply wanting

“Whether you’re an aspiring first time buyer or a homeowner looking to move up

£674,995, there’s plenty of variety, however, which is bound to interest a diverse range of

apartment to three- and four-bedroom homes available, there are also two crucial

to avoid the hassle of selling on the open market – a part exchange might be the

dream move a reality,” adds Jenkins.

The show homes and sales office at King’s

buyers, says Kerry Jenkins, sales director

assistance schemes on offer from Redrow.

answer. With this, the housebuilder makes

Park are open from 10.00am to 5.30pm,

The Help to Buy scheme is open to all

on offer based on an independent valuation,

Thursday to Monday.

for Redrow Homes (Eastern).

the property ladder we can help make your

“King’s Park continues to attract a good mix of purchasers ranging from first-time

buyers on properties under £600,000, offering the chance to buy with a 5% deposit

which if accepted, eliminates a buying chain and allows you to stay in your old home

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cCarthy & Stone, Britain’s leading specialist developer of private homes for retirees, is

employing a team of no fewer than 26 local construction workers as it shapes its new development of apartments on Raglan Road, Frinton-on-Sea. Victoria Gardens, which will bring 14 new brand new flats for over-60s to the resort, is using the expertise of many local contractors.

A fine summer has seen strong progress at the site, which is expected to welcome its first residents in early spring 2016.

Michael Hall, site manager at McCarthy

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Local talent is creating new retirement property in Frinton-on-Sea

and Stone’s North London region, believes that local talent is a vital factor in achieving the companies ambitious expansion plans for the coming years.

“The sheer importance and value of local

Residents also get the benefits of communal facilities such as some delightful landscaped gardens and a club lounge, which acts as the social hub of the entire scheme, where neighbours can meet each other, and friends and family. There’s also a concierge, who can help residents with errands and ensure the smooth running of the development.

Elaine Stratford, sales and marketing director for McCarthy and Stone North

The sheer importance and value of local workforces simply cannot be underestimated when it comes to housebuilding London region, adds: “As the only housebuilder to have achieved the coveted

workforces simply cannot be underestimated when it comes to housebuilding,” says Hall. “I’m proud to have been able to recruit

Housebuilding Federation’s (HBF) five star status for the tenth year in a row – a customer satisfaction award which is scored

a team of full- and part-time employees from the local area for Victoria Gardens in Frinton, and we are actively recruiting

independently by our own customers – we are confident that by investing in high quality local talent and skilled tradesmen,

skilled tradesmen in the local area as the site progresses, including carpenters,

we will continue to deliver stunning developments which other developers

electricians and plumbers, to name a few.

“Each and every one of the employees, from the construction teams laying bricks,

and fully-fitted kitchens with integrated

can hold up as an example of the kind of accommodation that our older generations truly deserve.”

appliances. Each property also has a number of emergency call points. The properties are located just moments from Frinton’s seafront.

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to the sales teams in the office, plays an active role in turning the McCarthy and Stone vision into a reality.”

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WWW.WHATHOUSE.COM MORTGAGES s political uncertainty

England’s Monetary Policy Committee, and

regarding the General

we’re seeing a bevy of fixed-rate options as

Election subsided, theUK emand for mortgages in the number of mortgages rose “significantly” in the second

banks buyers’ for business.

More with the compete increase for in demand personal positivity among buyersare and lenders loans – shows that people starting toalike feel

quarter 2015 and is set to forofhouse purchases continue rise through rosetoby 12.8% in the summer.

That’s the conclusion June compared to

more financially secure and ready to commit means the market is now on a stable course toofmaking biggerlending.” purchases.” sustainable

The data from e.surv also revealed that Buy-to-let June sawmortgages an increase in the number of buck the lending trendfor borrowers with mortgage approvals

of theMay, Bankmaking of England’s it thecredit conditions survey revealedloans that strongest month for which househas purchase demand for home since January 2014.loans has risen after three successive of decline.

The figuresquarters show increased confidence

The Bankdeposit of England comes as were a small (15%report or less).

There figures the Council of Mortgage 12,288from approvals for higher loan-to-value

newswith comes figuresexpert from another in theThe market a as leading calling industry body show that buy-to-let lending them “the summer comeback we’ve all been is continuing to boom. waiting for”.

Lenders (CML)purchase show thatloans buy-to-let (LTV) house in June, a mortgages continue to boom.

CML 17.7% improvement on the The 10,438 recorded

Demand for some mortgages rose ‘significantly’ House purchase mortgage this spring approvals hit 18-month high The latest Mortgage Monitor report from Demand for mortgages e.surv, the UK’s largest chartered surveyor, increased in spring of 2015 has revealed that house purchase mortgage Lenders have reported that demand for approvals rallied in June to a 17-month secured credit from households increased slightly during the three months to June 2015, and is expected rise at a similar pace over the next three months. Banks said there had been a significant increase in the demand for lending for prime properties and buy-to-let mortgages during the period.

Bank of England report said that they NewThe figures have revealed that confidence returned to the expected a slight increase in the number of mortgage market mortgages to borrowers with deposits of less than 10% of the value of the property they high.

Theretowere 72,712 purchase February 2009 andsurvey housefor purchase wanted buy over thehouse next three months. credit conditions the second approvals in June, up 12.8% on the 64,434 approvals have also risen significantly on an IHS Global Insight chief UK economist quarter points to broadly healthy economic recorded in May. annual basis, with this June seeing 10.5% Howard Archer says: “It increasingly looks activity, with increased demand for credit The increase is the largest more than thehigher 65,794demand recorded likemonthly the housing market is on the up after fromapprovals small businesses, for12 month-on-month improvement ago. and relatively elevated demand being in the doldrums duringsince most of 2014 months mortgages and the start of 2015. The Bank of England’s for unsecured consumer credit.”

Richard Sexton, director of e.surv

surveyors, Buy-to-let lending continueschartered to boom too,says: “This is the summer comeback we’ve been waiting for. discovers Nick Parkhouse Potential borrowers clearly paused their actions whilst the election came and went.

But now borrowers arechief backeconomist in the market Richard Woolhouse, for mortgages and demand is at the BBA, adds: “We’re seeingstronger demand than ever. for mortgages increase, as consumers “Interest rates at record take advantage ofhave someremained of the extremely lows with a mortgage dovish outlook fromare theavailable Bank of competitive deals that from banks at the moment. This – coupled

report that there were 19,100 buy-to-let in May and up 5.5% on the 11,646 seen in loans with a collective value of £2.7bn June 2014. advanced in May. This is a 22% jump The number of higher LTV loans reached compared with a year ago and a 1% increase its highest monthly volume since April compared with April.

2008, when there were 12,572 approvals in Loans to first-time buyers increased by this category.

1% on April as 22,700 mortgages with a Sexton adds: “It’s a clear case of growing collective value of £3.4bn were advanced. confidence spreading beyond those already 26,300 mortgages with a value of £5bn were securely on the property ladder. Higher LTV handed out to home movers, a 2% increase borrowers – typically first-time buyers – are on April. still the benefits from initiatives Paulreaping Smee, director general of the CML, like Help to Buy. remarks: “Activity has broadly been down

“Butyear thisbut significant on last we expectincrease it to risein inlending the to borrowers with smaller deposits goes summer months as, with historically low deeperrates than and the a various planslending in place to interest competitive help this group.

It’s a sign that the environment, borrowing conditions arenation’s financesfavourable. are gettingBut back order,ignore with relatively wein cannot wage growth starting to mount and the continuing affordability constraintsan economy ready to shake offrelative the doldrums caused by high house prices to and get which back to work.” earnings will work in a contrary direction.”

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Try Something New….and earn Not long after starting her first year University course studying Zoology at Bangor, student Bethany Kiamil, 19, originally from Leigh-on-Sea, became aware how expensive it is to live independently as a student and wanted to earn some extra income whilst also saving for the holidays. in Essex.

Bethany realised working as an Avon rep was something she could do at both University and at home, which suited her perfectly.

When she first started up her Avon business she begun by going out and about in Bangor to build her customer base. She started talking to and meeting lots of new people other than just other students and soon became fully immersed in the community and her new role.

Bethany says: “When I first started Avon, my priority was to earn a bit of money to be able to socialise and save for the holidays.

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Exasperated at the lack of opportunities, she called home and spoke to her mum. She reminded Bethany about Avon, they had both bought and liked the products before, always purchasing them from their local representative

I needed my job to be flexible to fit around my studies and my social life meeting new friends. I wanted to try something different, something I had never tried before that would work around me, rather than the other way round.

“I have taken the time to get to know the area and ensure my customers are always happy with their orders. Before coming back to Essex at the end of each term, I make sure all of my customers are given a brochure to look at, enabling them to order in advance and get their products in time before I leave.

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“Now I am back in Essex, I am reaching out to my neighbours and people locally to let them know they can order through me. My mum is also spreading the word with her colleagues and friends giving me a whole new customer base.”

Bethany wants to continue her Avon business throughout her university studies as it works well for her. When she has exams she can take a small break from her Avon business

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• Reduce or avoid gluten - gluten more often than not causes bloating which is never a good look for a beach body. If you really can’t give up your bread then chose rye bread over other types of bread.

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5 TOP Spas for groups When you go on a spa break with friends there are some key factors that need to be taken care of - enough space, enough facilities, enough treatment rooms and enough choice so that everyone can have a good time. All reasons to head to one of these with your best friends for a little pampering and a lot of quality time

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Convenient location 5 minutes drive from Falkirk Town Centre and 20 miles from Edinburgh, The Vital Health & Wellbeing Club & Spa is an ultra contemporary addition to the traditional sandy coloured stone hotel building, with a gym, 20-metre swimming pool with glass surround looking onto the verdant hotel grounds; a sauna, ice fountain and massage shower and its own Tea House café area.

There are eight treatment rooms as well as a rasul mud therapy room, using CARITA, Decléor and Fake Bake products in a wide selection of treatments and therapies including facials, massages, wraps, manicures and pedicures, reflexology, Lava Shell massages, hot stone therapies and a collection of finishing touches as well.

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Norton Park, Hampshire

Surrounded by 54 acres of private grounds but still within easy reach of major transport links and the historic city of Winchester, Norton Park constitutes a former manor house blending 16th and 17th Century architecture and housing 13 of 175 rooms, the majority of which are situated in contemporary additions to the estate.

The spa is in the same building as the majority of the hotel’s rooms – that is to say a 21st Century addition to the original building, and includes a gym, pool, relaxation room, nail bar, sauna, steam room, ice fountain, experience showers, and heated loungers.

In keeping with the tradition of the QHotel’s brand, to which Norton Park belongs, the spa also uses ESPA and Jessica Nails products in a range of treatments and signature Q Rituals.

PACKAGE: One Night Spa Summer Fizz: One night’s dinner, bed & breakfast, 2 x 25 minute mini express treatments or 1 x 50 minute ESPA ritual spa treatment, lunch on one day and full use of the facilities. From £105 per person

Solent Hotel and Spa, Hampshire

The location, looking out onto the surrounding greenery, sets

the scene for the spa and leisure experience at The Solent Hotel and Spa, and on a sunny day it is highly recommended that you spend a little time in the outdoor spa lounge which includes a hot tub and relaxation space.

The hot tub is a private facility that comes at an extra charge and is prebookable through the hotel, but is well worth the additional fee for rest and relaxations, surrounded by bubbles.

Inside however, facilities include a gym and aerobics studio, pool, fibre optic steam room, whirlpool, monsoon shower, relaxation area, and a colour therapy sauna. The spa also offers a collection of treatments using Bare Escentuals, Jessica and ESPA products.

The hotel is a contemporary venue with rooms and suites that range from Executive Rooms to Family suites and Four Poster Rooms, catering to a variety of visitors.

PACKAGE: The Ultimate Girls Night In: One night’s bed & breakfast, selection of chick flick DVDs and popcorn, a goody bag for everyone on arrival, pre-supper jugs of cocktails, a selection of sharing platters: savoury and sweet served in your room, a £20 gift card to spend on fabulous ESPA

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The Thistle Hotel is conveniently located within easy reach of the M25 and the M20 and is only seventeen minutes by train from central London. Nestled into the Kent countryside, The Otium Health and Leisure Club at The Thistle Hotel is a well-equipped leisure venue with facilities designed to achieve the highest health, fitness, and wellness levels. These facilities include a 15-metre swimming pool, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, well equipped gymnasium and a class timetable to suit all abilities, including pilates, spin, and Zumba.

The spa area has a range of treatments available that specialise in using Murad and Jessica products. Treatments include massages, wraps, salt scrubs, facials, and finishing touches like manicures, and pedicures.

PACKAGE: Relaxation Day: Includes complimentary hot beverage, and full use of leisure facilities, 20% off treatments booked directly with the venue.

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With a range of facilities and treatments on offer, you know you are in good hands at The Spa @ Suites Hotel, the only four star hotel in the North West. Spa facilities include a crystal steam room, sauna, ice room, heated relaxing beds, day beds, foot spas, a double treatment rooms, seven single treatment rooms, and a double rasul chamber.

Their leisure facilities include an 18 metre swimming pool, two Jacuzzis, a sauna, a steam room, and a fully equipped gym. Their treatment menu is as long as their facilities list with a range of manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, wraps, therapies for men, anti-ageing treatments, treatments for mums-to-be, couples treatments, babymoons, and beauty treatments.

PACKAGE: Chillax with Bubbles: Includes choice of 1 x 25 minute treatment from: tension release back, neck & shoulder massage, discovery facial, tranquillity scalp massage, aroma body silk glistener or rasul, light lunch with a glass of bubbly and 2 hours use of the spa facilities with robe, towel and flip flops for the day. From £65 per person For more details or to book any of the above visit Spabreaks.com.

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Renovated from an old fisherman’s store, The Boathouse Cafe boasts a fresh bright interior and features a mezzanine level.

It is is perfect for delicious fresh fish dining from daytime through to evening and there’s also covered and heated outdoor seating on the quayside, with fantastic views, for drinking and dining al fresco.

Focusing on sustainability, fish and shellfish is caught in local waters by the café’s very own day boat and using selective fishing methods. theboat-housecafe.co.uk/01752 600560.

Rockfish

Mitch Tonks’ Rockfish restaurant has been named a double winner in the UK’s Fish and Chips Awards winning the Community Contribution Award and the Best Multiple Operator Award.

With restaurants in Plymouth, Dartmouth and Torquay, and one soon to launch in Brixham, the Rockfish restaurant brand focuses on quality and service and making seafood accessible for all.

Rockfish has raised over £10,000 in donations towards the National Marine Aquarium as part of its community efforts and on the third Friday of every month, takeaway fish and chips are just £3 in order to promote the great fish caught locally in South West Waters.

Rockfish is the perfect way to enjoy traditional fish and chips by the sea. therockfish.co.uk/01752 255974.

Fish Restaurants

The county by the sea, Devon offers some of the best fish restaurants and take away options perfect for those who enjoy traditional fish and chips or a more fancy a la carte fish dish. Visit Devon, the official Devon tourist board site lists some of the best places to sample the catch of the day. focuses on fresh, sustainable seafood - serves battered, grilled and pan-fried fish, as well as healthier fish and chips, fried with less oil, with chips cut to the healthiest possible size.

Harbourside also offers a wide choice of fish including cod fillet, line caught haddock, Harbourside home-made fish cakes, seafood platters and wholetail scampi, as well as a range of side dishes. There’s also Kids Boxes available which come complete with colouring-in activities with fun characters Clawdia the Crab and Finely the Fish! barbicanfishandchips.co.uk/ 01752 603183.

Harbourside Fish and Chips

Harbourside Fish and Chips on Southside Street on Plymouth’s Barbican is the South West regional winner of the National Fish and Chip Shop Awards 2015 category for Independent Takeaway Fish and Chip Shop of the Year. The restaurant and takeaway - which

The Galley, Topsham

The Galley in Topsham focuses on great food that is simple and delicious. Serving fish and shellfish from Day Boats landing their catch at Lyme Regis, Brixham,

Dartmoor

The Two Bridges Restaurant

The Two Bridges on Dartmoor is a warm and welcoming hotel and restaurant. Boasting an awardwinning Chef, Mike Palmer, who joined the Two Bridges Hotel in November 2012 and became Executive Chef for the group in April 2013, Palmer was also recently name-checked by Michelinstarred MasterChef Winner Anton Piotrowski as ‘one to watch’. Diners can expect views of the rolling Dartmoor countryside and enjoy a mouth-watering menu including fresh Devon Crab, Smoked Haddock Chowder with mussels, clams, leeks, egg yolk and Devon Hake with baby fennel, gem lettuce, smoked fishcake. twobridges. co.uk/01822 892300.

North Devon

With indoor and outdoor seating the restaurant is available in all weather and a regular water taxi service takes guests to and from the restaurant. riverexecafe.com/07761116103 Looe or Newlyn, some fish is even line caught and they only serve species that are not under threat. The mussels and cockles served are harvested from the tidal section of the Exe estuary just three miles downstream from the restaurant and they serve local produce and seasonal vegetables where possible. galleyrestaurant. co.uk/01392 876078.

River Exe Café

Heart of Devon

Specialising in Devon Crab, The Blue Seafood Company is located in South Quay in the harbour of Paignton. Serving take away sustainable crab, most of which is landed in Salcombe and Kingswear, the crab is carefully picked to ensure quality. Enjoy some delicious take away crab whilst walking along the Paignton sea front – a great treat for seafood lovers. devoncrab.com/01803 555777

Fancy a fish dish in a floating restaurant? The River Exe café, known as the gastro shed, is a unique venue offering a wonderful dining experience with a difference.

The custom built floating restaurant and café serves locally sourced produce and has a licensed bar.

English Riviera

Hanbury’s Fish Restaurant Torquay

Serving fish and chips for over three decades, Hanbury’s Award winning Fish and Chips of Babbacombe source all their fish from reputable suppliers who are able to track where the fish was caught and can even name the trawler that caught the fish. Visitors can eat in the marine inspired restaurant or enjoy a take away to eat whilst walking along Babbacombe Downs looking out across Lyme Bay. hanburys.net/01803 329928 (takeaway) or restaurant: 01803 314616.

South Devon

The Blue Seafood Company

The Watersmeet Hotel Restaurant

With immediate views of the North Devon Coastline and Lundy Island, the restaurant at The Watersmeet Hotel in Devon serves locally sourced produce with fresh fish from Brixham. With a mouthwatering menu including char grilled mackerel, fresh mussels, sea bass and ginger & lime fishcakes, this restaurant serves wonderful seafood accompanied by breathtaking rolling sea views. watersmeethotel.co.uk/01271 870333.

For further information on all these Devon restaurants go to www. visitdevon.co.uk

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Fresh, healthy, quick and easy, this crunchy bunch are perfect for adding texture and flavour to meals. From healthy juices and salads to wholesome risottos, this recipe collection from Love the Crunch features a range of tasty recipe ideas designed to take celery, radishes, spring onions and Chinese leaf lettuce and make them the heroes of the dish, whatever the season.

Spring onion & Chinese leaf colcannon

This creamy colcannon recipe is the perfect winter warmer; comforting and smooth but with a welcome freshness thanks to the spring onions and Chinese leaf lettuce. For a truly indulgent treat, serve up with thick cut smoked bacon or smoked haddock.

Serves: 2 Preparation time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients: 350g Desiree potatoes (or other floury potatoes) 40g butter Âź Chinese leaf lettuce, finely shredded 4 spring onions, finely sliced 2 tbsp single cream Pinch nutmeg Salt and pepper (to season) Method: Peel the potatoes and chop into

evenly sized chunks. Boil a kettle and pour the water into a large saucepan. Carefully tip in the potatoes, bring back to the boil and simmer for approx 20 minutes until they are tender all the way through. Drain and set aside in the saucepan to steam dry.

Melt half the butter in a frying pan and stir fry the Chinese leaf until soft and browning at the edges. Add the spring onion and cook for a further minute then sprinkle in the nutmeg and season.

Add the remaining butter to the potatoes along with the cream and use a hand whisk to beat until smooth. Stir in the Chinese leaf and spring onion mixture, taste and season.

Love the Crunch special fried rice This quick and easy special fried rice recipe is packed full of colour, flavour and crunch thanks to the radishes, spring onions, celery and Chinese leaf lettuce. Perfect for a tasty mid-week supper.

Serves: 2 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 15 minutes

Ingredients: 1 tbsp sesame oil 250g pork strips 1 clove garlic, crushed 3cm ginger, grated 2 sticks of celery, sliced diagonally 4 radishes, sliced 1 pack wholemeal microwave rice Âź Chinese leaf lettuce, shredded 2 spring onions, sliced 2 tbsp soy sauce 1 tsp hot sauce 1 tbsp mirin 2 tsp sesame seed

Method: In a large wok, heat the oil until very hot and cook the pork strips, tossing and stirring throughout. Add the garlic and ginger, stir and then add the celery and radish.

Continue to stir while adding the rice, Chinese leaf lettuce and spring onions. Add in the soy, hot sauce and mirin and stir while everything cooks.

The vegetables should keep a good crunch. Serve sprinkled with ses-ame seeds.

Celery, pear & ginger juice Give yourself a flavour and health boost with this tasty juice featuring apples, pears, celery and ginger. Plus celery is a prebiotic so can help keep bloating at bay.

Ingredients: 2 green apples 2 pears 4 sticks of celery 3cm fresh ginger Method: Chop the fruit and celery into chunks. Put everything through a juicer then chill in the fridge.

Stir well before serving.

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Spring onion and asparagus risotto

Love the Crunch summer salad

This easy risotto recipe is full of delicate and fragrant flavours thanks to the spring onions and celery – a real taste of summer.

This quick and easy salad packs a real crunch, helping you feel fuller for longer. It’s an ideal light lunch or perfect summer supper when served with cold roast chicken or grilled salmon fillets.

Serves: 2 Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 35 minutes

Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: n/a

Ingredients: 2 sticks of celery 4 radish ¼ Chinese leaf lettuce ½ green apple 2 spring onions 1 tbsp olive oil 2 tsp whole grain mustard 2 tsp honey 2 tsp lemon juice Handful of walnuts, roughly chopped Salt and pepper to season For the salad 100g fresh egg or udon noodles 1 stick of celery, sliced

4 radishes, sliced into wedges Large handful of frozen soya beans 3 leaves of Chinese leaf lettuce, finely shredded 1 spring onion, sliced Method: Slice the celery, radish, Chinese leaf, apple and spring onion very finely with a knife or with a mandolin.

Mix together the oil, mustard, honey and lemon juice and season.

On a large plate, lay out the sliced vegetables, then top with the walnuts and the dressing.

Love the Crunch noodle kilner jar salad

This tasty Asian inspired salad packs a real crunch thanks to the celery, radishes, spring onions and Chinese leaf lettuce. Make it up the night before for a quick, easy and delicious lunch on the go. Serves: 1 Preparation time: 10 minutes

Ingredients: For the dressing 1 tbsp peanut butter 2 tsp soy sauce 2 tsp Sesame oil ½ tsp chilli flakes 1 tsp rice wine vinegar Water For the salad 100g fresh egg or udon noodles 1 stick of celery, sliced 4 radishes, sliced into wedges Large handful of frozen soya beans 3 leaves of Chinese leaf

lettuce, finely shredded 1 spring onion, sliced Method: In a bowl whisk all the dressing ingredients with a splash of water until smooth. Pour into the bottom of the jar. Defrost the soya beans in boiling water then drain.

Layer the noodles on top of the dressing, then the celery and radish, then soya beans and top with the crunchy spring onions and Chinese leaf lettuce. To serve, tip everything into a bowl and give a good stir.

For more details on the Love the Crunch campaign visit www.lovethecrunch.co.uk

Ingredients: 25g butter 1 stick of celery, finely diced 1 clove garlic, crushed 175g Arborio rice 100ml white wine 750ml vegetable or chicken stock, hot 6 asparagus spears, chopped into 1cm rounds, tips kept whole 3 spring onions, sliced 50g Parmesan cheese, grated Method: Melt the butter in a large, heavy based saucepan. On a medium heat cook the

celery for 5 minutes until it becomes tender, then add the garlic, then the rice and stir to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in the wine and stir until absorbed. Pour in half of the hot stock, stir well and simmer stirring occasionally. Once the stock is almost absorbed, pour in half of the remaining stock and continue to cook.

Add the asparagus and spring onions and half the remaining stock. Continue adding half of the remaining stock and stirring until the rice is cooked with a slight bite in the centre and not mushy. The risotto should be wet with a creamy sauce.

Remove from the heat, stir in half of the Parmesan and some black pepper, check the seasoning and adjust as necessary.

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(S) 7.40 Edwardian Farm (R/S)Derham. (S) new season with Katie 7.40 Edwardian Farm (R/S) 8.40 Edwardian Dad’s Army (R) (R/S) 7.40 8.40 Dad’s ArmyFarm (R) 9.10 Dad’s First Light 8.40 Army(R/S) (R) 9.10 First Light (R/S) 10.30 MockLight the Week 9.10 (R/S) (R/S) 10.30 First Mock the Week (R/S) 11.00 FILM: the Ill Manors (2012) Hard-hitting 10.30 Week (R/S) 11.00 Mock FILM: Ill Manors (2012) Hard-hitting crime drama starring Riz Ahmed, Ed 11.00 FILM: Ill Manors (2012) Hard-hitting crime drama starring Riz Ahmed, Ed Skreindrama and Anouska Mond.

(S) Ed crime starring Riz Ahmed, Skrein and Anouska Mond.

(S) 12.55 FILM: The Quatermass Xperiment Skrein and Anouska Mond.

(S) 12.55 FILM: The Quatermass Xperiment (1955) Sci-fi starring BrianXperiment Donlevy.

12.55 FILM:classic The Quatermass (1955) Sci-fi classic starring Brian Donlevy.

2.15 This is classic BBC Two (S) Brian Donlevy.

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SUNDAY 2 SUNDAY AUGUST 2 SUNDAY AUGUST AUGUST 2 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 6.00 Breakfast (S) 9.00 News 10.00 6.00 Breakfast (S) 9.00 News 10.00

Sunday Morning(S) (S) 11.00 Homes Under the 6.00 Breakfast News 10.00 Sunday Morning (S)9.00 11.00 Homes Under the Hammer (R/S) 12.00 Bargain Hunt Under (R/S) Sunday (S) 11.00 Homes HammerMorning (R/S) 12.00 Bargain Hunt (R/S) the 1.00 News 1.15 Songs of Praise (S) 1.50 Hammer (R/S) 12.00 Bargain Hunt(S) (R/S) 1.00 News 1.15 Songs of Praise 1.50 Nigel Slater: EatingSongs Together (R/S) (S) 2.20 1.00 News 1.15 of Praise 1.50 Nigel Slater: Eating Together (R/S) 2.20 Escape to theEating Country (R/S) 3.05 Cycling: Nigel Slater: Together (R/S) 2.20 Escape to the Country (R/S) 3.05 Cycling: Ride London 6.35 (R/S) News 6.50 Cycling: This is Escape to the(S) Country Ride London (S) 6.35 News3.05 6.50 This is BBC One HD(S) 6.35 News 6.50 This is Ride BBC London One HD 7.00 Countryfile The team look at all BBC HD 7.00One Countryfile The team look at all sheep. (S) team look at all 7.00 things Countryfile things sheep.The (S) 8.00 things Fake Or Fortune?

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6.00 Good Morning Britain (S) 8.30 Lorraine 5.55 How I Met Your Mother. Double bill (S) 9.25 Jeremy KyleBritain (S) 10.30 ThisLorraine 6.00 Good Morning (S) 8.30 (S) 9.25 Jeremy Kyle (S) 10.30 This Morning. bill (S)(S) 12.30 Guess (S) 9.25 Double Jeremy Kyle 10.30 This This Morning.

Double bill (S) 12.30 Guess This House (S)Double 1.30 News (S) 2.00Guess Dickinson’s Morning. bill (S) 12.30 This House (S) 1.30 News (S) 2.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal Dealers (R/S) House (S) (R/S) 1.30 3.00 NewsSecret (S) 2.00 Dickinson’s Real Deal (R/S) 3.00 Secret Dealers (R/S) 4.00 Deal Hello Campers 5.00Dealers The Chase Real 3.00(S) Secret (R/S)(S) 4.00 Hello(R/S) Campers (S) 5.00 The Chase (S) 6.00 Hello News (S) 4.00 (S) 5.00 The Chase (S) 6.00 NewsCampers (S) 7.00 News Emmerdale Chrissie makes an 6.00 (S) 7.00 Emmerdale Chrissie makes an unlikely ally. (S) 7.00 Emmerdale makes an unlikely ally. Chrissie (S) 7.30 Coronation Street Roy takes Cathy ally. (S) 7.30 unlikely Coronation Street Roy takes Cathy for a day out.

(S) 7.30 Coronation for a day out.Street (S) Roy takes Cathy 8.00 Gino’s Italian Escape Gino visits a day out. (S) 8.00 for Gino’s Italian Escape Gino visits Camogli, whereEscape he cooks succulent 8.00 Gino’s Italian Gino visits Camogli, where he cooks succulent sea bass.where (R/S) he cooks succulent Camogli, sea bass. (R/S) 8.30 sea Coronation Street Cathy is worried bass. (R/S) 8.30 Coronation Street Cathy is worried a hoarder.

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(S) about living alone 9.00 BBQ Champ Myleene hosts about living alone as a Klass hoarder.

(S)aa 9.00 BBQ Champ Myleene Klass hosts competition toMyleene find the Klass UK’s best 9.00 BBQ Champ hosts competition to find the UK’s best a amateur BBQer. (S)the UK’s best competition to find amateur BBQer. (S) 10.00 amateur News (S)BBQer. (S) 10.00 News (S) 10.40 FILM: Crank (2006) Action thriller 10.00 10.40 News FILM: (S) Crank (2006) Action thriller starringCrank Jason Statham and thriller Amy 10.40 FILM: Action starring Jason(2006) Statham and Amy Smart. (S) starring Jason Statham and Amy Smart. (S) 12.20 Jackpot247 3.00 Britain’s Best (S) (S) 12.20 Smart.

Jackpot247 (S) 3.00 Britain’s Best Bakery (R/S) 3.50 ITV Nightscreen 12.20 Britain’s(S) Best Bakery Jackpot247 (R/S) 3.50 (S) ITV3.00 Nightscreen (S) Bakery (R/S) 3.50 ITV Nightscreen (S)

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Three episodes (R/S) 1.35 Surprise Surprise Murder, She Wrote (R/S) 10.20 Jeremy Kyle.

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(S)Mia! (2008) Musical (S) FILM: Mamma with Amanda Seyfried.

(S) 8.30Amanda The Cube Celebrity A with Seyfried.

(S) Special 8.30 The Cube Celebrity Special A special celebrity edition of the show, 8.30 The Cube Celebrity Special special celebrity edition of the A show, with former footballer Fabrice Muamba special celebrity edition of the show, with former footballer Fabrice Muamba and comedian Katherine Ryan.

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8.00 Location, Location, Location (R) 9.00 8 Out of 10 Cats Does 8.00 Location, Location (R) 9.00 Location, 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown (S) 9.00 8Countdown Out of 10 Cats (S) Does 10.00 Countdown The Last Leg (S)(S) 10.00 The Last Leg (S) 11.05 The Rude Tube (R/S) 10.00 Leg (S) 11.05 RudeLast Tube (R/S) 12.10 FILM: Ghosts of Girlfriends Past 11.05 (R/S) 12.10 Rude FILM: Tube Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009) Romantic comedy starring Matthew 12.10 FILM: Ghosts of Girlfriends Past (2009) Romantic comedy starring Matthew McConaughey and Emmastarring Stone. (R/S) 1.55 (2009) Romantic comedy McConaughey and Emma Stone. Matthew (R/S) 1.55 Toast of Londonand (R/S) 2.20Stone.

Obsessive McConaughey Emma (R/S) Toast of London (R/S) 2.20 Obsessive 1.55 Compulsive Cleaners Toast of London (R/S)(R/S) 2.20 3.15 Obsessive Compulsive Cleaners (R/S) 3.15 SupernaturalCleaners (S) 4.00 You Deserve Compulsive 3.15 This Supernatural (S) 4.00(R/S) You Deserve This House (R/S) 5.00 Secret Eaters (R/S) Supernatural (S) 4.00 YouEaters Deserve This House (R/S) 5.00 Secret (R/S) House (R/S) 5.00 Secret Eaters (R/S)

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8.00 Walking Throughrailway History (R/S) (S) 9.00 Walking FILM: The Inbetweeners Movie 8.00 Through History (R/S) 9.00 FILM: The Inbetweeners Movie (2011) The Feature length mayhem, with 9.00 FILM: Inbetweeners Movie (2011) Feature length mayhem, with Simon Feature Bird. Joe Thomas, Blake with (2011) mayhem, Simon Bird. Joelength Thomas, Blake Harrison and James Buckley.

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12.50 The Last Leg (R/S) 1.45 Hollyoaks (R/S) com with Reese Witherspoon.

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CHANNEL CHANNEL 5 5 CHANNEL 6.00 Milkshake 9.15 The5 Wright Stuff 11.10 6.00 Milkshake 9.15 The Wright Stuff 11.10

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(S) 5.00 News (S) 5.30 Neighbours (R/S) (S) 6.00 Chandra Wilson and Kathleen Munroe.

5.00 News (S) 5.30 Neighbours (R/S) 6.00 Home and Away (R/S)Neighbours 6.30 News(R/S) (S) 6.00 5.00 News (S) 5.30 Home and Away (R/S) 6.30 News (S) 7.00 Cricket on 5 Mark Nicholas presents Home Away on (R/S) 6.30Nicholas News (S) 7.00 and Cricket 5 Mark presents highlightsonof 5the thirdNicholas day’s play in the 7.00 Cricket Mark presents highlights of the third day’s play in the third Test between England and in the highlights of the third day’s play third Test between England and Australia Edgbaston.

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8.00 Weather at Terror (S) (S) 9.00 20 Moments That Comedy 8.00 Terror (S)Rocked 9.00 Weather 20 Moments That Rocked Comedy Including Life of Brian, FawltyComedy Towers 9.00 20 Moments Rocked Including Life That of Brian, Fawlty Towers and Spitting (S)Fawlty Towers Including LifeImage. of Brian, and Spitting Image.

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Community radio station Phoenix FM broadcasts live programming from 7am to midnight every day to Brentwood, Billericay and surrounding areas on 98.0FM and www.phoenixfm.com Thursday, July 30 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter in association with Saint Francis Hospice 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Bob Simpson in association with Affinity Wills 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers in association with Papa John’s Pizza 6.00pm Midweek Matchzone - local and national sport news with Ronnie O’Sullivan and Chris Hood 7.00pm GR80s - music and guests from the 80s with Xanthe Bearman 9.00pm 50 Shades Of Chay - indie and alternative music with Chay Appleyard 11.00pm Cultura Brazil - news and music for the local Brazlilian Community (in Portuguese)

with Ezequiel Cassol Friday, July 31 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with MIke Jones 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers 6.00pm That Friday Feeling - pop and club news with Nikki Mills 8.00pm Friday Night Extra with Patrick Sherring 10.00pm Sonny Jay

12.00pm Between The Lines - local sports news with Steve Robertson 2.00pm The Angel Hour - chat with Victoria Eisermann 3.00pm Phoenix FM Sport with Chris Hood 6.00pm Turn It Up - the latest dance music tunes with Vixter 8.00pm Phoenix Fridays on Saturdays in association with Papa Johns Brentwood featuring live sets from local bands 10.00pm From The Underworld - blues and rock with Brian Ager

Saturday, August 1 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Antonia Jones 10.00am Feelgood Saturday with Xanthe Bearman

Sunday, August 2 7.00am Sunday Breakfast with James Moloney 10.00am Chris Stagg 12.00pm Sunday Lunch with Tony Smith - pop,

R’n’B and dance hits and live studio sessions 2.00pm Steph’s Sound Wave with Stephanie Cawthorne 4.00pm Sunday Vibes - more relaxed tunes with James Phillips 6.00pm Nightswimming - indie and alternative music with Matt Hines 8.00pm Gary Casserley 10.00pm Cut The Cord - music through the decades with Chris Sullivan Monday, August 3 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Scott Ross 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers

6.00pm All That Jazz - jazz music from the 40s to the present day with Adam Dyer 8.00pm A Journey Through The Years In Music with Gary Casserley 10.00pm The Interesting Alternative Show avant-garde and progressive rock with Steve Davis and Kavus Torabi Tuesday, August 4 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Scott Ross 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers 6.00pm One For The Road - rock music with Alex Hoggett 8.00pm Off The Record - indie music with

Ben Knight 10.00pm Synth City - new wave and electronic music with Rob Harvey Wednesday, August 5 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Bob Simpson 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers 6.00pm Words and Sounds - book reviews and readings with Christopher Stagg 7.00pm Body Talk with Mel Watson in association with Spire Hartswood Hospital 8.00pm Curveballs - indie, alternative, rock and local bands live with Nick Field 10.00pm The Top 20 Show

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Step back to Medieval Times at Grange Barn this weekend

Some of the best events that will appeal to all your senses

VISIT

To coincide with their current exhibition, World War Two: The People’s Story, Braintree District Museum is holding a day of talks and activities for all the family on life on the Home Front on Saturday August 1.

There will be a military jeep display, whilst creative-types can make their own wartime poster, model spitfire or create an American aircraft nose art design. A program of talks include Ross Stewart on the history of Wethersfield Village airbase during the war years, and Dee Gordon discussing Essex Land Army Girls. Paul Rusiecki will be signing copies of his new book ‘Under Fire: Essex and the Second World War’. Normal admission applies. For more information call the museum on 01376 325266.

FOCUS ON

WAR ON THE HOME FRONT

this weekend (Saturday August 1 and Sunday 2nd).

Step back in time and join in interactive demonstrations such as archery, weaving, butter making, arms and armour, medieval cuisine, and creating herbal remedies. However, if you want a real taste of 14th Century-life, book a place at the Medieval Feast on Saturday night from 7pm-10pm. Enjoy an authentic five-course medieval meal, music and dancing with guest of honour, the Mayoress of Colchester.

Adults £5 Children £3 (under 5 free) 11am-5pm. Feast tickets £25 per head. More details www.historyblooms.co.uk.

SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST

11AM - 4PM

JOIN US FOR A DAY OF LIFE ON THE HOME FRONT DURING WORLD WAR TWO Military jeep display, try some rationing cakes and biscuits, have a go at using a stirrup pump and dress up as an air raid warden.

CRAFT ACTIVITIES FROM 11AM-12.30PM Make your own wartime poster, model spitfire and create your own American aircraft nose art design.

TALKS:

11am Ross Stewart ‘ Wethersfield Airbase in the War Years’ 2.30pm Dee Gordon ‘Essex Land Army Girls’ Please call in advance to secure your place

BOOK SIGNING: From 11am-1pm

by Paul Rusiecki ‘Under Fire: Essex and the Second World War.’

MUSIC:

12.30 & 1.30pm Vocal Reflections singing wartime songs

Included in the Super Six program or £5 charge

Braintree District Museum

Adults £3, Conc. £1.50, Children FREE excluding craft activity

For more information call 01376 325266 or visit: www.braintreemuseum.co.uk

SEE

For the third year running, a medieval festival and feast takes place at Grange Barn, Coggeshall

TASTE

Enjoy ‘Food for Thorpe,’ a family friendly weekend of food, drink and

entertainment set in the beautiful grounds of Springfield in Thorpe-Le-Soken on Saturday August 1 and Sunday 2. Sup specialist ales, tap your toes to live music and cheer on the special guests including magician and host Michael J. Fitch. Admission £7 per adult, under-16s free. More details www.thorpefoodfestival.co.uk.

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If you love the theatre, you’ll love a performance of Robin Hood taking place on Sunday August 2 at Hylands Estate. This wonderful production by the Cambridge

Lee Valley Park

Touring Theatre ‘will have families rolling around their picnic mats with laughter,’ said one national newspaper review and promises music, song and plenty of high jinks, not to be missed.

So feel free to bring your own picnic for this afternoon performance which commences at 3pm. For child ticket holders (age 5-10) there will be a preshow workshop (£3 per child) including a meet ‘n’ greet with the characters. Tickets from £10. www. chelmsford.gov. uk/robin-hood.

For general enquiries contact Hylands Estate 01245 605500.

White water rafting for action-packed adventure

More than just a day out!

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EE Valley Regional Park on the Essex, Hertfordshire and London border is the biggest open space in the capital. It’s a unique mix of award-winning sport and leisure facilities, heritage sites, gardens, nature reserves and riverside trails.

Stretching over 10,000 acres the Regional Park winds its way 26 miles along the banks of the River Nature reserves to explore Lee from Ware in Hertfordshire, down through Essex, North and East London, past the Olympic Park to East India Dock Basin on the River Thames.

The Park is easy to reach by bike, car, bus, train or on foot. So whether you want to ice skate, horse ride or canoe, visit farms or historic gardens, walk, cycle or run, there are a multitude of different sites and experiences.

Lee Valley Park Farms where there’s so much to see and do one visit is never enough! With so many different animals to meet from cuddly sheep, rare breed pigs and cows to llamas, reindeer and the loveable meerkat family, there’s never a dull

moment. With fantastic indoor and outdoor adventure play areas where the kids can go whooshing down the slopes of Essex on a toboggan run.

Experience the extreme sport of white water rafting at Lee Valley White Water Centre. The centre played host to the Canoe Slalom events during the London 2012 Games and now offers a variety of white water activities including Hydrospeeding, Hot dog sessions and Go Canoeing!

The centre also offers expert tuition in canoeing and kayaking.

If you love the atmosphere and peace that garden spaces and historic sites create, Animals to cuddle you’ll be spoilt for choice in the Lee Valley.

From the evocative ambience of Myddelton House Gardens to the tranquility of Waltham Abbey Gardens, you can easily lose yourself for a few perfect hours in the superb gardens and heritage sites.

Cornmill Meadows Dragonfly Sanctuary is a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI) and is one of the best places in

Greater London, Essex and Hertfordshire for seeing dragonflies. Between May and September you’ll be able to see half of Britain’s native species of dragonfly in this one location. Bring you walking boots or bike and follow Lake and Riverside Trail - the route travels south, circling Hooks Marsh Lake before heading north on the towpath to Holyfield Weir and returning along the Flood Relief Channel, taking in Lee Valley Park Farms, Holyfield Weir, Hall Marsh Scrape and North Metropolitan Orchid Meadow on the way.

For more information visit the website www. leevalleypark.org.uk – and more ideas for great days out explore the brand new Visit Essex website, www.visitessex. com.

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Vitara on the pull

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Avensis is focussed on real life motoring T HE new Toyota Avensis has been designed to be a strong performer in the business car and fleet market, not just in terms of running costs but also in providing the kind of comfort and on-board technologies that make life easier for the longer-distance driver.

With fleet and business customers expected to account for around 87% of all new Avensis sales, achieving the right balance of cost-efficiency, performance and quality has been crucial.

Toyota canvassed the opinions of motorists – not just Toyota drivers – in its development of new Avensis, helping it better understand and respond to the real-world needs and preferences of business people who spend long periods at the wheel.

As a result, the new Avensis range of saloons and touring sports

wagons – all built in Britain – has two equipment grades that focus on the things that make life more comfortable, convenient and connected for today’s business motorist.

The Avensis Business Edition is positioned to appeal at the heart of the fleet market. It comes equipped with Toyota Touch 2 with Go, a fast and intuitive eight-inch touchscreencontrolled multimedia package that includes navigation, Bluetooth, DAB and access to online services for local information and journey planning.

Cruise control, automatic air conditioning and automatic headlights and wipers also help take the stress out of driving.

Business Edition Plus models are tailored for the user-chooser, adding combination leather and

Toyota Avensis Business Edition will appeal to the fleet market.

Alcantara upholstery, LED headlights and daytime running lights, rear privacy glass and smart entry with pushbutton start.

All models benefit from a redesigned driver’s seat that gives extra support and comfort for long distance trips, with electrically adjustable lumbar support on both Business Edition grades.

Electric Kia wins Autovolt’s award KIA’S first all-electric car, the Soul EV, has been awarded Best Small Family Car by AutoVolt in its annual awards.

The Soul EV finished ahead of competing finalists to win the award which included the Nissan LEAF and the Volkswagon e-Golf.

Chosen by AutoVolt’s editorial

team, the Soul EV’s flexibility, practicality and class-beating range were cited as just some of the car’s class-leading attributes.

Jonathan Musk, founder and editor of AutoVolt said: “Kia’s Soul EV is a fantastic car that comes highly recommended.

“If you’re considering an electric

car but are anxious about the myths, Kia have the best answer for you at the moment.

“The Soul EV is a near no compromise car, which is a great entry into the world of electric motoring.

“The seven year warranty offers fantastic peace of mind and the electric range is class leading; it actually does the

132 miles it says it will.”

Steve Kitson, Kia Motors (UK) Ltd Director of Corporate Communications, added: “Our first dedicated electric car has to be both efficient and easy to use, which is why we utilised our quirky Soul city car to bring this technology to the market-place.

Soul has long been popular with urban drivers and as the Soul EV builds up a strong customer base we believe more and more city-focused motorists will see the sense behind going electric.”

The Soul EV has been on sale since the latter half of 2014 and it is Kia’s first batteryelectric vehicle to be sold globally.

Improved NVH measures also make the cabin a much quieter and calmer place.

The introduction of the Toyota Safety Sense package of safety features has had a significant impact on new Avensis’s insurance ratings, with improvements of up to five groups achieved compared to the previous model.

This means Avensis now equals the best in its class in terms of insurance costs, with the added benefit of Toyota’s advanced technologies to help

prevent accidents happening.

Toyota Safety Sense provides a laser-controlled Pre-Crash Safety system with Autonomous Emergency Braking; on all Avensis models apart from the entry-level Active, it also equips the car with Automatic High Beam headlights, Road Sign Assist and Lane Departure Alert.

Avensis has two fleet-friendly D-4D diesel engines at the heart of its range: a 110bhp 1.6 unit and a new 141bhp 2.0-litre, making its Toyota debut.

The 1.6 has an official CO2 emissions rating of 131g/km, helping secure a first-year 19 per cent benefitin-kind company car tax rating; producing 148g/km, the 2.0-litre has an initial 21 per cent BiK rate.

This performance adds to Avensis’s competitiveness in the fleet arena supported by savings on fuel costs thanks to combined cycle consumption figures from 67.3mpg for the 1.6 and 62.8mpg for the 2.0-litre.

‘Failure to look’ tops accident list THE Institute of Advanced Motorists (IAM) has identified that once again ‘‘failure to look properly’’ is the most common contributory factor included in over 30,000 vehicle accidents a year, following a Freedom of Information request to the Department for Transport.

Police can record up to six contributory factors from a list of 77 for each incident to explain why they think a crash took place, but the top two give the most obvious reasons for the incident.

Analysis of the contributory factor combinations shows that top of the list was ‘‘failure to look properly’’ combined with a ‘‘failure to judge another person’s path or speed.’’ These two together were responsible for 13,299 accidents, or 7% of the total number.

Next up was ‘‘failure to look properly’’ combined with ‘‘carelessness or recklessness,’’ or ‘‘judged to be in a hurry.’’

These totalled 9,132, 5% of the total.

Other reasons to emerge from the data were more than 3,000 accidents caused by ’’slippery roads due to weather conditions’’ combined with ‘‘loss of vehicle control’’ (number seven on the list) and 1,470 accidents caused by ‘‘excessive speed’’ combined with ‘‘losing control of the vehicle.’’

Failure to look appears twice more in the top 20 with ‘‘aggressive driving’’ combined with ‘‘carelessness or recklessness,’’ or ‘‘judged to be in a hurry’’ bottom of the list.

These were the cause of 1,418 accidents.

Sarah Sillars, IAM chief executive officer, said: “These figures show conclusively that simple human errors continue to cause the majority of accidents. Drivers cannot blame something or someone else for a collision happening, it is down to every one of us to make a difference.

“We feel that many people eventually get complacent behind the wheel and inattention creeps in. Combine this with fatigue and distractions, inside and outside the vehicle and the message is clear that drivers must apply their full attention to driving.’’

Recently the Department for Transport (DfT) published the latest accident statistics for Britain which showed overall casualties have risen for the first time in 18 years.

The figures show there were 1,775 reported road deaths in 2014, an increase of 4% compared with 2013. The number of those killed or seriously injured in Britain increased by 5% to 24,582. There were a total of 194,477 casualties of all severities, an increase of 6% - the first increase in overall casualties since 1997.

‘Vitaras have always been agile off-road performers and an optional four-mode ALLGRIP four-wheel-drive system is available’

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VER since its launch back in 1988 the Suzuki Vitara has been a popular choice for those wanting a compact 4x4 vehicle that had, in equal measures, good on road and off road manners and was cheap to buy and did not cost a fortune to run.

Now 27 years on, the Japanese maker has launched a brand new version with stylish good looks, practicality and an affordable asking price and equipped with Suzuki’s ALLGRIP four-wheel-drive system as an option.

An extension of its off road skills, is its ability as towing vehicle for caravans etc, and with my trip to the Le Mans 24 hour race rapidly approaching, the Vitara was hitched up to back of my caravan and I headed off to Dover for an early morning P & O Ferries crossing for the 350-mile journey to the French circuit a few days before the race.

With the 4WD Vitara

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CHRIS MANNING having a towing capacity of 1,500kg, it fell well within my caravans all up weight of 1,300kg and its 1.6-litre diesel engine producing 120PS of power and more importantly for towing matters a healthy 320Nm of torque proved to be willing performer.

Performance figures are good, with a 0-60 time of 11.4 seconds, CO2 level of 111 g/ km and official combined fuel consumption figure of 67.2.

First gear on the six-speed manual gearbox was a touch on the low side, and until you mastered it with a bit more revs on take off, it was easy to stall with the caravan on the back. Going solo presented no problems though.

With the ALLGRIP fourwheel-drive system having four settings of Auto, Sport, Snow and Lock, I found that the Sport mode was the best one for towing as it increases

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Suzuki Vitara

torque characteristics and throttle response at low to mid-range engine speeds and switching from Auto to Sport you immediately felt the difference.

It felt a stable outfit throughout the journey, with the 1.6-litre engine only losing a bit of puff on some of the long inclines on the French autoroutes, but a change from sixth gear to fifth soon got the engine back in song into with

SUZUKI VITARA (£13,999-£21,799)

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Model: Suzuki Vitara SZ4 Engine: 1.6-litre petrol engine developing 120PS of power and 156Nm of torque Transmission: Five-speed manual Performance: Maximum speed 129mph, 0-60, 11.5 seconds Economy: 53.3 mpg official combined,, 46.3 on test CO2 emissions: 123 g/km Price: £13,999

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maximum torque around the 2,000 rpm mark.

It was a tad on the noisy in operation. Let’s put it this way – you always knew you driving a diesel.

Where it did shine was in fuel consumption. Having towed a number of vehicles over the years to Le Mans, the average I have always obtained is around the 25mpg mark, so it can as a nice surprise that the Vitara returned an average of 31.7 mpg, the best figure I have ever recorded.

On test was the top of the range SZ5 model, with an on the road price of £21, 299 which is packed with equipment including LED projector headlights, suede seat fabric, keyless entry with start button, adaptive cruise control, full length glass panaromic opening sunroof

and Radar Brake Support.

This last item detects the risk of a collision and firstly warns the driver with a buzzer and notification on the multi information display in the instrument binnacle with turns red and if the driver takes no action will automatically apply the brakes to avoid a collision.

The Vitara range starts from £13,999 for the two wheel drive SZ4 and a as well as the diesel engine is available with a 1.6-litre petrol engine with the same power output of 120PS and gearbox choice is either five-speed manual or six-speed automatic.

Seven airbag are fitted as standard across the range including driver’s knee airbag, ESP and tyre pressure monitoring system.

The interior, although furnished in a range of hard plastics is a pleasant

enough environment made attractive with round air vent and analogue clock as its centrepiece.

The only thing I would change would be the turquoise body colour panel that runs across its width, which I would change to a more subtle colour as it was a bit garish.

Connectivity is essential in any new car and the Vitara has Bluetooth and DAB radio as standard plus smartphone link audio and navigation fitted as standard on upper models in the range.

Overall, the new Suzuki Vitara will appeal as much if not more than the previous ones.

It offers good value for money and is cheap to run and owners can now personalise it with a variety of different exterior and interior body colours.

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DS shows future with Devine concept car FOLLOWING its UK public premiere at the 2015 Goodwood Festival of Speed, the spectacular Divine DS concept car headed to London for an exclusive drive through the iconic scenery of Hyde Park.

The historic backdrop provided a contrast to the ultramodern design of Divine DS, which represents a vision of the future for DS Automobiles.

Divine DS features a range of sleek, powerful styling cues and state-of-the-art technologies that symbolise the ‘spirit of avantgarde’.

The Divine DS concept car captured the imagination of passers-by in London’s Hyde Park recently, where it was taken for an exclusive drive through the stunning scenery along the banks of The Serpentine.

Divine DS was created in

Paris as a showcase for the design language of future models from DS Automobiles.

The current DS range has sold more than 550,000 vehicles worldwide since the launch of DS 3 in 2010.

Divine DS provides a glimpse of the future as DS Automobiles prepares for the launch of six new production models by 2020.

Divine DS is a manifest for the core values of DS Automobiles. The striking ‘DS Wings’ signature at the front is set against a contrasting diamond pattern on the grille. This diamond pattern is repeated as a theme throughout – from the unique roof design to the modular rear lights – representing the brand’s ‘spirit of avant-garde’ design philosophy that sets all DS models apart.

The Divine DS concept also features advanced, experiential technologies, such as DS LED vision headlights and sequential indicators, as well as a bold high-tech cabin that includes a fully-digital interface comprising a holographic headup display and a 10.4 inch HD touchscreen.

The cabin clearly illustrates DS Automobiles’ focus on refinement and attention to detail.

The leather upholstery is patterned with a unique version of the iconic DS ‘watch-strap’ seat design. The modular interior provides the ultimate in personalisation with three interchangeable interior ambiences, each with its own unique style.

The interior of Divine DS was designed in collaboration with two prestigious fashion

The striking Devine DS on show in Hyde Park brands, each renowned for their expertise and excellence.

There are crystals from Swarovski on the door panels and dashboard, and embroidery from Lesage as part of the interior trim to bring hautecouture levels of sophistication and quality to the cabin.

Set against the backdrop of London’s famous Hyde Park, Divine DS makes an avantgarde statement as a car that stands out from the ordinary.

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BASKETBALL

One wicket denies Chelmsford Gilchrist make GB debut a clean sweep of match results

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T WAS nearly a perfect day for Chelmsford on Saturday as they won five games and were one wicket away from making it six. Excellent batting from James Clifford and Chris Prowting kept the first team on track, Mark Drain’s six wicket haul made it a short day for the seconds. Jack Campion with six wickets in the fifth team and Matt Cole with a century in the sixth team were the others to stand out.

The firsts were in serious trouble early on at Harold Wood as they slumped to 42 for five. The innings was closed out quickly as well but the middle part in which Chris Prowting (60) and James Clifford (75) were batting was superb.

Chowdhury (5-25) did much of the damage but Chelmsford would have been happy with 204 and Harold Wood only managed to get halfway to that with wickets for Karamat Ali, Aaron Beard, Sam Cook and Clifford.

Mark Drain dominated the second team fixture with six for 19 as Southend & EMT were shot out for 55. Harry Green took two for

4 on his debut to help finish things off. A couple of wickets fell before the target was passed but the game was over before tea arrived in other fixtures.

The thirds, fourths and fifths were all matched up with Upminster and Chelmsford had the better of things with two wins and the better of a draw.

After a couple of poor weeks, the thirds turned in a stronger performance but resistance from the lower order left them disappointed. Chris Drain (44) and Matt Davis (44) dug in to give some framework for the innings with Govani (3-46) bowling well. Upminster never really got into the chase and only got a bonus point as Chelmsford’s attacking fields allowed runs to flow, Davis and Alistair Fergus took three wickets apiece.

Experience was the vital factor as the fourth team made it five wins on the spin. James (63) was the only batsman to make an impression as Upminster struggled to 117. As usual, Neil Raisborough (4-36) was excellent. Paul Keaney (59*) played

the match winning innings and with support from Andy Rycroft (29) took Chelmsford past the target after a poor start.

Jack Campion’s six-wicket haul ensured a comfortable win for the fifth team. Teenagers Jay Smith (86) and Ben Turner (53) played well with Micky Burns (46) also making an important contribution to Chelmsford’s 244 for five. Upminster were bowled out for 122 in reply, Campion’s six costing 30 runs with Alex Bailey bagging a brace.

It was mainly a good day for the Coles against Old Chelmsfordians.

Ed Cole played very well to make 78 but might have left slightly annoyed that his thunder was stolen by younger brother Matt who hit a century (112) as Chelmsford amassed 260 for three. Father Andy might have been prouder if one of his sons had not run him out. Wickets were shared about as Chelmsford defended the score comfortably.

The weather forecast suggested that there would not be any cricket on Sunday and the forecast was correct.

FORMER Leopard Robert Gilchrist scored 12 points and pulled down four rebounds on his Great Britain debut but he couldn’t prevent New Zealand taking a 84-63 victory on Saturday at the Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park, London.

Gilchrist was a surprise starter for a youthful GB team but although he ceased the opportunity, he admitted that he was disappointed with the final scoreline: “It was great to play and we did well in the first half,” he said. “But we need more consistency and that’s something we need to work on before we go to Holland.

Gilchrist played for the Big Cats in the 2007/8 season as a 17-yearold before going to Florida State University and was one of three former Leopards on show in front on near-capacity crowd Dan Clark has certainly come on leaps and bounds since being waterboy for the BBL champion Leopards in 1998 as well as playing in Division One at the age of 13 for Ware Rebels went on to merge with Leopards in 2004.

At the age of 26 he is now an established international

having played for Britain at three EuroBasket final tournaments as well as the 2012 Olympics.

But he had a difficult game on Saturday, finishing with eight points and three rebounds The trio was completed by seven footer Zak Wells was part of the 2012 treble winning Big Cats squad and has been part of the GB under-20 squad in the past. He now plays for BBL side Leeds Force and saw only limited action, coming into the game late in the fourth period but did get on the scoresheet with his only shot.

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Drain demolishes Southend with seven over rout 1ST TEAM

Chelmsford 204 all out Harold Wood 102 all out

(Chelmsford won by 102 runs) Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Played at Harold Wood Park

CHELMSFORD continued their string of wins with what turned out to be a comfortable victory against strugglers Harold Wood, with two excellent comebacks both with the bat and in the field.

Chelmsford immediately found it difficult to get going against some very good seam bowling. After some loose shots and some misjudged leaves against a strong attack, Chelmsford were in severe trouble at 42 for five.

This left Chris Prowting and James Clifford with the job of rebuilding the innings. After both had reached half-centuries and the scoring rate had increased further, at 165 for five with 14 overs to go, a score of in excess of 250 looked possible.

This was not to be the case as young leg-spinner Afzal intervened to remove both; Clifford for 75, Prowting for 60.

This immediately stunted the scoring as wickets fell against the returning Chowdhury (5-25), although Ali (26*) added some late runs.

As he has done regularly this year, Sam Cook (2-14) struck in the first over to remove one opening batsman, before

an outstanding diving one-handed catch at mid-on from Ollie Devenish brought Cook a second wicket. Aaron Beard struck in his first over and was beginning to fire himself up, unleashing some lethal deliveries that were flying through to keeper Prowting.

The fourth wicket partnership remained firm, with opener Ahmed hanging around and Khan (27) looking to take the attack to the spinners who took one chance too many, looping an easy catch off James Clifford to Sam Cook at point. Aaron Beard (3-17) returned to take the final two wickets with perfect yorkers to complete an excellent session after drinks, taking the final seven wickets for 21 runs.

2ND TEAM

Southend on Sea & EMT 55 all out Chelmsford 59-2

(Chelmsford won by 8 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Played at Chelmer Park

ALTHOUGH it was probably a good toss for Chelmsford to win and choose to bowl first, the pitch was arguably blameless as the Southend innings was mostly destroyed by Mark Drain.

Within seven overs, the Southend innings was in ruins at 11 for four.

After Tom Halsey, with a smart pick-up and throw inflicted a needless run-out, Drain removed the top order with

three for 4 in his first four overs. U16 colt, Harry Green, making his debut, was introduced as first change after 13 overs with Southend having struggled to 36 for four and took his first wicket at this level with his fourth ball.

Green picked up his second wicket to finish with impressive figures of two for 4 from 6 overs, and Halsey bowled the last man to round off the innings on 55 all out in 24.3 overs.

Chelmsford knocked off the runs in 11 overs for the loss of two wickets, with Rob Catchpole (25) and Lee Cranmer (17no) to the fore.

3RD TEAM

Chelmsford 174-9 Upminster 137-9

(Match drawn) Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Played at Coopers & Coburn School

A MUCH improved performance went unrewarded in terms of points for the third team.

Chelmsford gambled on batting first on a damp pitch. That looked like it could be a disaster as the two in-form players who had come into the side were dismissed inside four overs. From 5 for two, Matt Davis and Chris Drain dug in and really grafted to rebuild things.

Davis was able to score more freely helped by his left-handedness and by

Drain’s willingness to run singles from the non-strikers end. Having provided some important impetus, Davis perished through over ambition to be caught for 44.

Drain continued to accumulate but lost a couple more partners before eventually being out himself for a hard fought 44. Stephen Drain (23) played some excellent shots but was run out by a superb bit of fielding. At 140 for nine with a few overs to go, it looked like a struggle to make 150 but Craig Thompson and Neal Abhyankar did a superb job; Abhyankar (22*) did particularly well.

The Upminster innings started very slowly with Chelmsford’s openers bowling well and there was frustration as several chances were spurned.

Stephen Drain made the breakthrough and pressure told as Alistair Fergus picked up two wickets before a poor run out handed Chelmsford a fourth wicket.

The wicket of Bussey (25) gave Chelmsford more than ten overs with just two wickets to take but Upminster’s captain D’Cruz dug in.

However Sagoo continued to play shots and offered a chance that was spurned early on. He had done most of the work to get Upminster to a bonus point at 125 but with only two needed from

16 balls he went for another big shot and was well caught by Tom Arnold from Fergus (3-32).

That gave 15 balls at the last pair but the bowlers could not make the breakthrough on a slow pitch.

4TH TEAM

Upminster 117 all out Chelmsford 118-6

(Chelmsford won by 4 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League 3rd XI Division 1 Played at Chelmer Park

5TH TEAM

Chelmsford 114 all out Chelmsford 244-5 Upminster 122 all out

(Chelmsford won by 122 runs) Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Played at Chelmer Park

6TH TEAM

Shenfield 90 all out Chelmsford 260-3 Old Chelmsfordians 80 all out (Chelmsford won by 180 runs) Friendly Played at Admirals Park

FIXTURES Saturday 1 August 1sts: Ilford (H) SNEL 12.30 2nds: Shenfield (A) SNEL 1.00 3rds: Shenfield (H) SNEL 1.00 4ths: Chingford (A) SNEL 1.00 5ths: Belhus (A) SNEL 1.00 6ths: Westcliff (H) F 2.00 Sunday 2 August – President’s Day 1sts: MCC (H) F 11.30 2nds: Sheering (H) F 2.00

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Lynn takes victory in Hungary

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UNMOW racing driver Alex Lynn has taken another step in his eventual aim of becoming a Formula One racing driver by taking his first win in GP2 Series at the Hungaroring.

The GP2 Series is a support race for Formula One, and Lynn is already undertaking a role as development driver for the Williams F1 team.

His first victory in Hungary started with free practice, with third fastest, and the DAMS team set to work to improve the car for official practice, which paid off as he took pole position with an unusual strategy.

Lynn took the decision to go out in the middle of the session on fresh tyres and a nail a lap on a clear track while everyone else was in the pits.

He said: “I did it just right, banged in the lap on a clear track and that gave me pole. It was a bit risky because somebody could have come out just after me on a slow lap when I was on my flier and delayed me.’’

The DAMS went for a riskier strategy in race one of starting on the prime, harder tyres a gamble because you could always get scuppered by a

safety car. There was a safety car, but thankfully it came just early enough for none of those to have started on the soft option tyre to make their stop under caution.

It was touch-and-go at middistance because Lynn’s pace on the medium tyres wasn’t great compared to rival Stoffel, who by now had switched to the medium and was flying with them being fresh.

Lynn pitted with 15 laps to go, which was very early to take the option tyres, and when he came out couldn’t see championship leader Stoffel as he was about two corners in front.

Lynn thought that the gamble had not paid off, but the options gave loads of grip and kept getting better and better.

He still needed to pass Stoffel and Rio Haryanto, but once into a rhythm made it into a clear-cut victory.

After, Lynn said: “Races like that are really important for my career, and it felt so nice to put it all together on a weekend.

I’ve said quite a lot this year that when we do that we’ll be there, but at the same time everyone was still waiting to see it… It’s a real weight off my shoulders

Alex Lynn takes the chequered flag in Hungary and a great feeling. The team made so many great calls to make it happen.’’

The second race was a bit of an odd one. His win put him eighth on the reversed grid, and dropped to ninth in the jostling on the first lap, then later I fell back to 10th

FOOTBALL

Free soccer camp days with Made in Essex offer

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ADE in Essex readers can take advantage of a free offer of 25 places at UK Football Camp courses taking place during August in Brentwood.

The camps will once again offer a mix of professional FA qualified coaching with good old fashioned fun!

Team-building football and non-football activities on and off the field, include; Fifa 15 tournaments’, Football Golf, Nerf challenges, Mario-Kart races, The Water Gauntlet and of course UKFC’s Got Talent to name just a few - all with prizes.

The camps continue to be the number one half-term and school holiday camp choice for boys and girls in Brentwood, 5-12 years of age.

So whether your child is the next Beckham, or has never even

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With kick off at 9.30am and final whistle at 5.30pm, ensures your child leaves happy and fulfilled from each day’s activities.

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before recovering to ninth, just behind team-mate Pierre Gasly.

Certainly he didn’t have anywhere near the speed from race one. The track temperature had dropped dramatically and couldn’t do what we wanted to with

BOWLS

Bowling open day VISITORS to Brentwood Bowling Club summer open day on Saturday, August 1, will have a chance to get to grips with lawn bowling in record time.

Club members will be on hand to demonstrate how the game is played and spokesman Les Powell says: “It takes only a couple of minutes to explain the basics of the game, then visitors will be able to have a go.

“Basically, the idea is get the big bowls as close as possible to a smaller target ball which is called a jack. The big problem is that bowls are not perfectly round and instead of going in straight lines, they take a slightly curved route. It’s great fun!”

The open day will get under way from 10am at the club which is based in King George’s Playing Fields, Ingrave Road.

Visitors will be able to tour the club facilities and enjoy refreshments in the pavilion.

All equipment will be provided for anyone wanting to try bowling but they are asked to take along flat-soled shoes, trainers or slippers to prevent damage to the greens.

For further information, visit www. brentwoodbowls.co.uk or call 01277 231375.

the car. Lynn commented: “This is one thing we’ve got to sort out, unlocking the speed when conditions are cooler, and once we do that hopefully we’ll be in good shape over the whole weekend, and in all weathers.

“The win has now put me

well in the hunt for second in the championship.

“Of course, I’ll try to win the championship as long as its mathematically possible, but Stoffel is comfortably ahead and second is still a good target in my rookie GP2 season.’’

CYCLING

A Tour of hitches for Dowsett MALDON cycling star Alex Dowsett had to abandon the Tour de France on stage 12 last Thursday, bringing to an end his torrid debut in the race.

The British time trial champion struggled through much of the first week after a crash on stage four, which required six stitches to his elbow, before losing more time in the mountain stages after the rest day.

Dowsett finished in a group 21 minutes behind winner Chris Froome on the first mountain on stage 10, and then only just finished inside the time cut on stage 11 over the Tourmalet – coming in on his own 33 minutes behind the winner.

On stage 12 the Essex Movistar rider called it a day alongside fellow struggler Zak Dempster after being dropped from the peloton on the first climb of the day.

Dowsett admitted before the

Tour that he wouldn’t be much use to team mate Nairo Quintana in the mountains, but his stagefour crash and resulting suffering left him unable to provide much help on the flat either. n Chris Froome became the first Briton to win the Tour de France twice when he safely reached the finish line in Paris at the end of the three-week race last Sunday.

Alex Dowsett