Salisbury Life - Issue 253

Food/Arts/Entertainment/Shopping/Property Issue 253 / May 2018 / £3

CELEBRATING THE BEST IN SALISBURY & WILTSHIRE

FIELD TRIPS ISSUE 253/MAY 2018/REIGN ON YOUR WEDDING DAY

YOUR FESTIVAL GUIDE

GOING DOWNTON

DINING at The BOROUGH CAFÉ

REGALLY

WHEN DOVES FLY

ART at Salisbury Cathedral

UNITE AND STAY STRONG

A MESSAGE from Salisbury BID

MARRIED STERLING WORK

SILVER DREAM ACCESSORIES

HOW TO WED LIKE A ROYAL

STRICTLY SPEAKING

OTI MABUSE CHA-CHA-CHATS

EDITOR’S LETTER / ISSUE 253 / MAY 2018

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WEDDINGS Expert guide to getting hitched like a royal

PHOTO BY LYDIA STAMPS PHOTOGRAPHY

Making vows One event guaranteed to make us smile is a royal wedding. I defy even the most ardent of republicans not to be pleased wild Prince Harry has met his match in Meghan Markle, the American actress and humanitarian.

Salisbury Cathedral has teamed up with BBC Wiltshire to screen the happy event (page 7), and on page 25 we ask the Salisbury wedding experts how to add a touch of royal and a little luxe to our own big day If there’s one thing I love almost as much as a wedding, it’s a festival, which if you think about it, is very similar – people gathered together for the one common purpose of having fun and celebrating life. Turn to page 18 for our round up of the region’s best festies, plus insider top festival tips.

We also celebrate the positive of Salisbury in this issue with a look at the art installation coming to Salisbury Cathedral (page 13) later this month, which will consist of origami doves made by both the artist and our community, to symbolise our collective belief the city will come together and recover after the spy poisoning.

Be the best, and see you next issue!

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REGULARS / ISSUE 253 / MAY 2018 M EET T H E T EAM

THE ARTS

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13 Arts intro The inspiring Les Columbes comes to Salisbury Cathedral

Managing editor Deri Robins deri.robins@mediaclash.co.uk Senior art editor Andrew Richmond Graphic design Megan Allison Cover design Trevor Gilham Contributors: John Rose, Mimi Fletcher and Clare Macnaughton Advertising manager Hillary Thompson hillary.thompson@mediaclash.co.uk Production and distribution manager Sarah Kingston sarah.kingston@mediaclash.co.uk Deputy production manager Kirstie Howe Kirstie.howe@mediaclash.co.uk Production designer Gemma Scrine gemma.scrine@mediaclash.co.uk Chief executive Jane Ingham jane.ingham@mediaclash.co.uk Chief executive Greg Ingham greg.ingham@mediaclash.co.uk Salisbury Life, MediaClash, Circus Mews House, Circus Mews, Bath BA1 2PW 01225 475800 www.mediaclash.co.uk @The MediaClash

14 What’s on Arts, gigs, festivals and family fun – it’s time to update the events diary

18 Festivals A round up of the best festies in the region, with top insider tips

SHOPPING 40 Editor’s choice Silver comes in at first place with these bright accessories

42 Remarkable retail A visit to the beautiful stores of OSOboutique

HEALTH AND BEAUT Y

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45 Teeth whitening Our reviewer is all smiles after a visit to THE Dentist

FOOD 48 Recipes Mark Barrow of The Greyhound Inn Wilton creates two spring dishes

50 Restaurant A table for one is a joy at The Borough Café in Downton

OPINION 54 Column Kara Rogers of Salisbury BID shares her view of how the city will recover

BUSINESS 57 Business insider News, views and interviews from the region’s professionals

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PROPERT Y

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64 Property showcase

Quiz night and auctions for charity

Explore a beautiful Figsbury home with a very famous previous occupant

66 Salisbury lives Illustrator Francesca Mclean

DEPARTMENTS 6 Spotlight The royal wedding comes to Salisbury Cathedral, and The Maltings’ traders are staying positive

On the cover Helen and Elliott at Trafalgar Park taken by Lydia Stamps. Turn to page 26 for our wedding feature

S A L I S B U R Y: I T S L I F E A N D T I M E S

Above: Poppy White from Gadesha Handicrafts, Joshua’s Alice Jenkins, Crystals’ Lucy Reeves, Cake Forge’s Dan Mills, Sue Ryder workers, Sarah Haydon of Conker, The Cake Forge’s Kate Mills, Marion Allen and Murat Neguzel of Stonehenge Tailoring, Carol and Tash both from The Barber Shop

PHOTOS BY JOHN ROSE

Right: Dan and Murat of Stonehenge Tailoring are staying in high spirits despite the recent setbacks

RETAIL

STAND TOGETHER While it is widely acknowledged most of the city has felt some sort of negative impact from the Salisbury spy poisoning, there is one group of retailers and workers it has hit hardest – those based in The Maltings,. This is the site closest to where the incident happened, and parts are still cordoned off with heavy police presence.

Kate Mills of The Cake Forge explains, “We are all struggling to stay in business – and a lot of that is because people think we’re shut.” Yet despite these 6 I SALISBURY LIFE I www.mediaclash.co.uk

difficult and frustrating times, The Maltings’ retailers are working hard at staying positive and have put out a plea to the people of Salisbury and ask that they don’t by-pass their shopping units. Murat Neguzel of Stonehenge Tailoring adds, “We are still all working hard and we need to get the message across, The Maltings Is Open.”

Turn to page 54 to learn how Salisbury BID is planning to help keep the city buoyant.

For more: www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk

SPOTLIGHT

Lady Holly and Lord Henry Rumbold outside Hatch House

Watch the happy couple Meghan and Harry on the big screen

The Cathedral and the BBC join forces to celebrate the Royal wedding

FAIRS

With the spring season, and glimpses of the sun, comes some wonderful outdoor events including The Great Tisbury Brocante. Janet Amos, organiser of the Bank Holiday 7 May flea market, says, “Residents all over the village get busy rummaging through their lofts and turning out their cupboards, garages and garden sheds in preparation for this fun yard sale, along with the halls and marquees hosting fairs and sales.”

There’s also the Hatch House Annual Open Garden in aid of Salisbury Hospice Charity.

Lady Holly Rumbold explains, “On 3 June we will be opening the garden again and holding our annual sale of ‘Nearly New’, vintage clothes and bric à brac and jewellery.

“The gardens at Hatch, especially the walled garden, are the best rooms in the house and where we hold the ballet every year, as well as weddings and parties. We love to share the magic of Hatch with our guests and the fact that we can raise monies for a fabulous charity is a bonus for us.”

For more: www.tisburybrocante.co.uk | www.hatch-house.co.uk

The village of Tisbury joins in with the flea market fun

PHOTO BY ASH MILLS

OUTSIDE FAVOURITES

ROYAL WEDDING

WE ARE GATHERED HERE TODAY BBC Wiltshire is hosting a celebration of the wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on Saturday 19 May with a free, fun-filled party in the grounds of Salisbury Cathedral. To mark the big occasion, the BBC event, which kicks-off at 9am, includes a whole range of family friendly entertainment, as well as a live broadcast of the ceremony on a 50ft screen in the Cathedral grounds.

Alongside the screening there will be live music performances from local artists, a chance to write good luck messages to the Royal couple and CBBC

children’s craft sessions.

Canon Edward Probert, acting dean of Salisbury, says, “We are grateful to the BBC for affording us the opportunity to screen the Royal Wedding live here at the Cathedral, and to BBC Wiltshire for their support of our city. The place really comes into its own when it hosts events like this, allowing the community to come together to celebrate on the Cathedral lawns.”

Turn to page 26 for our how to get married like a royal wedding feature.

For more: www.bbc.co.uk

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SMART THINKING The charity Headway Salisbury and South Wiltshire, hosted its annual quiz and pizza evening on 23 February at and raised £1,500 to continue its work supporting adults with brain injuries.

Fifteen quiz teams, including groups from Trethowans LLP, Independent Living Solutions and Novum Law battled it out at St John’s Place, Salisbury with friendly rivalry, and Fawcetts Accountants’ Bean Counters emerged the victors.

Photos by Spencer Mulholland Simon Ellingham, Bridget Withers-Jones, Angela Brown, Sheila Hurst, Ian Cow and Nick Jones

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SOCIETY

HIGH FLYING

Shellie Binstead, Lucy Olsen, Nikki Webb and Romy Schwaebe

Wellington Barn, which has pledged to raise ÂŁ10,000 for the Wiltshire Air Ambulance, hosted a charity fundraiser on 10 March. Along with speeches from Paralympian Issy Bailey and WAA paramedic Craig Wilkins, the 110 guests also enjoyed three-course fine dining and an exciting auction.

Photos by Harriet Letheren www.twirlygirlphotography.co.uk

Chip Shop Boys

Sammie Wiltshire, Will Grace, Lauren Stanley, Ed Grace, Jack Eckersley, Jess Martin, Ben Stagg, Abbie Stagg, Sophie Wickham, Henry Dabson, Sophie Trowell, Zoe Trowell, Zach Lisiecki and Emma Lisiecki

Charlotte Nash, Keri Maundrell, Issy Bailey, Lauren Stanley, Craig Wilkins and Valerie Whistler

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Music/theatre/film/more

DOVE IS IN THE AIR

Just over two months after the nerve agent attack in Salisbury, the city’s Cathedral is hosting an exhibition that carries a message of peace and hope. Les Colombes by multimedia artist Michael Pendry features a flock of around 2,500 white origami doves, some of which will have been created by the local community, that will fly the length of the Cathedral nave.

Salisbury Cathedral’s visual arts advisor, Jacquiline Creswell, who is responsible for bringing Les Colombes to Salisbury, says, “This exhibition brings with it the message that we can all come together to fold and create our own white doves that will fly as our own symbol of hope, humanity and new beginnings.”

Les Colombes has been previously exhibited in Munich, Jerusalem and Berlin.

Les Colombes by Michael Pendry can be seen from 12 May until 22 July at Salisbury Cathedral; www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

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5 May - 6 June

The Henry Lamb: Out of the Shadows exhibiiton starts at Salisbury Museum on 26 May; a very messy and uplifting children’s theatre production in the form of Tidy Up can be seen at Salisbury Playhouse’s The Salberg on 29 May; A stunningly original dance version of Shakespeare’s Macbeth comes to the city on 10 May for two days

Exhibitions

are inspired by astronomy and microscopy. Fisherton Mill; www.fishertonmill.co.uk

U N TI L 1 2 M AY

LIFE IN PAINT A figurative exhibition featuring the work of both established and emerging artists including Wlad Safronowm, Richard Gower and Anita Toscani. McNeill Gallery; www.mcneillgallery.com U N TI L 1 9 M AY

IMPRESS III Fisherton Mill’s third exhibition of contemporary printmaking showcasing work by nine specially selected artists from around the country including London-based printmaker Margaret Ashman, who depicts deaf models signing and dancing and Bristol artist Sarah Duncan whose prints

U N TI L 2 5 MAY

KEN KIFF The artist’s deep personal knowledge of poetry and music informed his sense of a painting’s structure. He saw colour in terms of images and images in terms of colour, which constituted, as he described it, ‘the natural complexity of painting’. Young Gallery; www.younggallerysalisbury.co.uk U N TI L 3 1 MAY

ART EXHIBITION 3 Counties Counselling and Autism Assessment are the organisers of an exhibition featuring the mixed-media work of autistic artists. Salisbury Library; www.3ccaa.co.uk

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UNTIL 26 AUG UST

SALISBURY SNAPPED A wonderful photographic journey depicting both major events and the changing face of our city. Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

the intellect is disconnected and he can engage in feeling ‘void of thought’ in order to paint the birds which he is fascinated with. The Wykeham Gallery; www.wykehamgallery.co.uk 12 – 13 M AY

UNTIL 30 NO VEMBER

1918: WAR AND PEACE A powerfully moving exhibition tracing the events of the last year of World War I from the perspective of both Wiltshire and Berkshire regimental soldiers, and those waiting at home. Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum; www.thewardrobe.org.uk 11 MAY – 2 J UNE

KARL MARTENS Karl is a Swedish artist and a follower of Zen Buddhism, who achieves a ‘no mind’ state where

OPEN STUDIOS Project Workshops at Quarley will be opening their studios for visitors to see the exceptional work produced there. Project Workshops, Lains Farm; www.project-workshop.co.uk 12 MAY – 2 2 J U LY

LES COLOMBES Les Colombes by multimedia artist Michael Pendry features a flock of around 2,500 white origami doves that will fly the length of the Cathedral nave. The thousands of white doves bring the message of peace and hope to Salisbury

W H AT ’ S O N

Cathedral and city following the nerve agent attack in Salisbury. Turn to page 13 for the full story. Salisbury Cathedral; www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

ARTS

Hitchcock’s 39 Steps, and film noir, just four actors play multiple characters with a plot that races along in a murderous romp. £9-£13.50. The Salberg; www.salisburyplayhouse.com

1 9 M AY – 1 0 JUNE

FINE ART EXHIBITION Lucy Jenkins, Jitka Palmer, Cameron Scott and Andrew Walworth are the artists contributing to an inspiring exhibition of fine art works in widely varied media including surrealistic relief wood carvings. Beaumont Gallery; www.beaumontgallery.co.uk

1 0 – 1 2 MAY

MACBETH A striking dance theatre adaptation of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, that portrays a descent into the darker sides of human nature. £11.50£19.50. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com 2 1 – 2 6 MAY

2 6 M AY – 9 J UNE

PETER MATTHEWS Salisbury artist Peter Matthew’s recent interest in abstract art was in part inspired by a trip to Glacier Bay in Alaska. He was able to get so close to the giant glaciers that he could see every crack and fissure in the ice surface as well as their different colours and texture. Fisherton Mill; www.fishertonmill.co.uk 2 6 M AY – 3 0 S E P TE MBE R

HENRY LAMB: OUT OF THE SHADOWS Working with curator Harry Moore-Gwyn, this exhibition represents a reappraisal of Lamb’s work and features key works both from the artist’s estate and museums and galleries across the country.

It is in partnership with Poole Museum, who will be showing works by Lamb’s friend and rival, Augustus John at the same time. The Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk 2 – 1 7 J UNE

SALISBURY ART TRAIL After a three-year break, the 2018 Salisbury Art Trail returns with over 75 artists exhibiting across 50 venues in the city centre including Fisherton Mill, Salisbury Cathedral and Salisbury Library, along with talks, free demonstrations and workshops. www.plainartssalisbury.co.uk

Theatre/ Dance /Film 1 0 – 1 2 M AY

CRIMES UNDER THE SUN Inspired by Agatha Christie,

JANE EYRE Jane Eyre is portrayed as a passionate, sensual and fiercely rebellious woman, fighting to be free of the constraints of Victorian society in this original and thrilling adaptation. £10.

Studio Theatre Salisbury; www.studiotheatre.org.uk

The ‘cool’ work of Peter Matthew’s work can be seen at Fisherton Mill

3 1 MAY – 2 3 J UNE

LOVE ON THE LINKS PG Wodehouse’s funny golfing tales as told by Wood Hills Golf Club’s oldest member comes to Salisbury. Plus-fours optional. £27-£11. Salisbury Playhouse; www.salisburyplayhouse.com 2 JU N E

RHYTHM OF THE NIGHT: AN AUDIENCE WITH IAN WAITE AND OTI MABUSE The Strictly Come Dancing pros, Ian Waite and Oti Mabuse, will deliver a dance showcase spectacular featuring their trademark high intensity Latin and ballroom. Turn to page 16 to hear Oti confess her sins. 7.30pm, £29. City Hall Salisbury; www. cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

Music/ Comedy 1 6 MAY

STACEY KENT The internationally acclaimed, Grammy nominated jazz singer with 11 albums to her name, can count musician Jamie Cullum as a fan, who says of her, “Stacey Kent has been quietly sitting on top of the world of jazz vocals, for many years.” 7.30pm, £23. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

17 MAY

THE DEVIL’S VIOLIN: STOLEN A young woman goes missing and Daniel Morden’s storytelling is enhanced by the hypnotic string accompaniment of Sarah Moody and Oliver Wilson-Dickson. The ensemble take you on an epic journey, through a dreamlike land where you will encounter a king turned to stone, a glass man filled with wasps and the devil’s violin.

8pm, £12. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk 20 MAY

LANKUM Dublin’s folk miscreants who combine distinctive four-part vocal harmonies with arrangements of uilleann pipes, concertina, Russian accordion, fiddle and guitar, perform a fundraiser for Salisbury Hospice in memory of Lyn Futcher.

8pm, £12.50. Salisbury Rugby Club; www.wegottickets.com 3 J UNE

BIG BAND BRUNCH Enjoy music from the Girls Only Jazz Orchestra. Performing swing classics and fresh new hits, this group will blow you away with its big band sound. You could make your Sunday even more perfect, with an equally big breakfast from the cafe’s special brunch menu. 12pm, £6.

Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

6 J UNE

GRUMPY OLD WOMEN TO THE RESCUE Fed up with flogging their guts out and always having to be in charge, the Grumpy Old Women, Jenny Eclair, Dillie Keane and Lizzie Roper have put their knobbly old feet up in glorious retirement, free at last to practise their extreme colouring-in, join the ukelele orchestra and start novelty fudge-making. 7.30pm, £27. City Hall Salisbury; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

Family fun UNTIL 3 S EP T EM B ER

PREDATORS Utilising some pretty darn impressive animatronic technology, this fascinating display offers extremely close encounters including with a life-sized hunting great white shark and a super-sized Venus flytrap. Price is included with standard admission.

Longleat; www.longleat.co.uk

29 MAY

TIDY UP A very tidy dance-theatre performance that gets messed up by some pandemonium-creating balloons. Parents are politely

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ARTS

W H AT ’ S O N

warned that no shhh-ing is allowed. 11am/2pm. The Salberg; www.salisburyplayhouse.com

reception followed by an auction. Rose & Crown Hotel, Harnham, Salisbury. www.inspire-foundation.org.uk

31 M AY

TALES FROM THE TRENCHES Storyteller and teacher Michael O’Leary will interpret and retell real life World War I stories from the museum’s archive collection for a younger audience. Ages 7+.

10.30am/11.30am, free for children with accompanying adult. The Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum; www.thewardrobe.org.uk

Other 5 – 6 M AY

POETRY FESTIVAL Salisbury’s first ever poetry festival will be held in Sarum College in the city’s beautiful Cathedral Close with the programme to include prizewinning poet and broadcaster Michael Symmons-Roberts.

Sarum College; www.sarum.ac.uk 7 M AY

TISBURY BROCANTE Tisbury hosts, for the third time, a fantastic all-day festival for the selling, browsing and enjoyment of all things vintage, antique, bargain and beautiful. See more on page 7. www.tisburybrocante.co.uk 10 M AY

RECEPTION AND AUCTION Lieutenant Paddy Waring RN, who became a paraplegic after a crash landing in Singapore in 1963 bequeathing many of his effects to the INSPIRE Foundation.

Between 2-6pm there is a public sale, admission £2.50 and between 6.30pm-8.30pm, a charity drinks

1 9 MAY

SPRING WELCOME AT KEYNESTON MILL The creative and experimental home of Parterre fragrances, Keyneston Mill is the largest private botanic gardens in the country with over 1,000 varieties in a 50-acre estate. To accompany the unveiling of their new programme of events, it is opening its doors for an afternoon of guided tours of the gardens, interactive perfume and extracts exhibition, plus music, food and drink. Places are limited to 200. Keyneston Mill; www. parterreatkeynestonmill.com

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SEVEN DEADLY SINS

2 4 MAY

BARBARA HOSKING Barbara Hosking CBE has led a remarkable life – a scholarship girl from Cornwall, she rose to work closely with both Harold Wilson and Edward Heath at 10 Downing Street and at the age of 91 she decided to come out as gay. 7pm, £20. Arundells; www.arundells.org 3 JU N E

HATCH HOUSE OPEN GARDEN See the 17th Century walled Dutch garden with amazing views over the Vale of Wardour, enjoy teas with family and friends and browse a wide variety of stalls including the now legendary clothes and bric à brac stall of Lady Rumbold and Mrs Vernon.

All proceeds to the Salisbury Hospice Charity. 2pm-5pm, £5/£1. www.hatch-house.co.uk

OTI MABUSE Oti Mabuse was born in Pretoria, South Africa, and studied civil engineering at university, before embarking on a career in professional ballroom dancing. She went on to win the South African Latin American Championship eight times, after which she moved to Germany to broaden her dancing horizons. In 2015, Oti appeared as a professional on the 13th series of Strictly Come Dancing and became a finalist in 2016 with the Hollyoaks actor Danny Mac. Oti has teamed up with fellow Strictly professional Ian Waite for a 60-date tour of the UK with their new stage show Rhythm of the Night, which comes Salisbury City Hall on 2 June. Here Oti confesses her sins…

LUST: Who or what do you find yourself lusting after today?

I lust for success, and a long lasting career. I’m considered driven and ambitious and I’ve always had a need to be both independent and have security in my life.

GREED: What should you really be cutting down on?

Pick’n’mix. It’s my weakness.

GLUTTONY: What one thing could you happily eat or drink until you burst?

Sushi sushi sushi – all good sushi.

SLOTH: What should you be putting your back into right now?

My tour, Rhythm Of The Night with Ian Waite. That gets all my energy and focus at the moment.

Stacey Kent brings her jazz sounds to Salisbury Arts Centre on 16 May

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WRATH: What makes you angry?

The people that I love are the same ones that have the power to make me angry. I generally don’t get emotional about people I don’t care about.

ENVY: What or who are you really jealous of?

No one. I think we all should shine and we all deserve to win.

PRIDE: What to date has been your proudest achievement?

Marrying my husband and having a great friendship and relationship with him.

Rhythm Of The Night: An Audience With Ian Waite and Oti Mabuse; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

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The Savages storm it at last year’s End of The Road

A Kooky family friendly music

festival

SIMPLY the FEST This region is home to some of the best festivals in the world and we bring you the what, when, where, who and why with the help of the in-the-field experts

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F E S T I VA L SPECIAL END OF THE ROAD

When: 30 August – 2 September Where: Larmer Tree Gardens, nr Blandford, Dorset Who: Rocking the main stage, Vampire Weekend, St Vincent, Feist, Yo La Tengo, Ezra Furman, Jeff Tweedy, John Cale and Gruff Rhys, Big Thief, and Mulatu Astatke.

Why: Kooky family friendly music festival with a mix of comedy, film, books and healing thrown in for good measure.

WHAT THEY SAY:

Managing director, Lauren Down, right Last year’s highlight: Father John Misty, Savages, Courtney Marie Andrews and Perfume Genius all knocked it out of the park.

Will be watching: Big Thief, Vampire Weekend and Oh Sees Will be eating and drinking: Salt Marsh Lamb from the Thoroughly Wild Meat company, as many cheese toasties from the Cheese Truck as I can. In the morning, coffee from Routes Coffee, maybe a Bloody Mary from the cocktail bar in The Gardens, or a can of Gamma Ray from The Beavertown bar.

By the evening, mulled cider with brandy from the Somerset

A toast to ‘Curiouser and Curiouser!’

CURIOUS ARTS FESTIVAL

When: 20 – 23 July Where: Pylewell Park, New Forest Who: Big star singer songwriter talent includes John Newman, Outlya, Flyte and electronic rock duo Milky Chance. Comedy from legendary Al Murray, Radio 4 regular Simon Evans and gifted character act Milo Mccabe. Plus Gareth Malone’s festival choir, talks from literary giants including Kate Mosse and McMafia creator Misha Glenny.

Why: Family friendly but still funky, fab and full of wonder.

WHAT THEY SAY

Co-curator and founder Clare Conville Last year’s highlight: When Glastonbury’s Emily Eavis turned to me in the Curious’s Big Top and said, “This is fantastic!”

Looking forward to this

Cider bus, or our house red.

Will be visiting: The comedy and karaoke stages.

Festival top tip: Don’t. Wear.

A Playsuit. It gets freezing at night at End Of The Road so tonnes of layers, and the ground can be rock solid so also probably a mallet you’re happy to lend so you can be a festival hero. www.endoftheroadfestival.com

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Which ever which way, it’ll be brilliant at the End of the Road

year: Finding out more about mermaids with Imogen HermesGowar, and listening to the inspirational poet Lemn Sissay.

Will be drinking: The Arts, a new beer that Chapel Down is creating especially for us, hopefully with pub landlord Al Murray at the bar.

Will be visiting: I want to have my tarot cards read to get an idea of what the weekend holds and will be learning how to write a Petrarchan sonnet.

Festival top tip: Bring nice pillows, clean and ironed pillowcases, a good mattress, warm pretty rugs and lanterns but remember to blow the candles out before you join the party. www.curiousartsfestival.com

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F E S T I VA L SPECIAL

FROME FESTIVAL

When: 6 – 15 July Where: Frome, Somerset Who: The Wonderstuff, The Bollywood Brass Band, Badly Drawn Boy, Cockney Rebels, headline comedian is Mock the Week’s Andy Parsons, talks about his new book on Henry VIII, plus talks from Germaine Greer, Gyles Brandreth, opera star Dame Felicity Lott and TV historian Dr David Starkey.

Why: A ten day eclectic and quirky music and arts festival dotted around venues in the market town of Frome.

What they say: Beverly Jones, festival administrator (with partner Andrew Shackleton) 2017 highlight: La Zingarella Leonardo Leo’s One Act Opera and the London Gala Orchestra, at the newly refurbished Trinity Church.

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From Frome with love

FARLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL

When: 19 – 24 June Where: All Saints Church, Farley, Salisbury Who: Retorica - violinists Philippa Mo and Harriet Mackenzie, pianist Ariel Lanyi, New York based pianist Julia Hamos and distinguished French pianist Isabelle Oemichen.

Why: A music lover’s treat with world class performances of classical music in the intimate setting of an iconic church.

WHAT THEY SAY

Michael Regan, chairman of Farley Music Festival Favourite moment of last year: The young Lithuanian pianist Karolina Pancernaite captured the hearts of our Friday night audience with her charming performance of Franz Liszt’s Piano Sonata in B Minor.

This year’s expected highlights: The opera double bill of Mozart’s Bastien and Bastienne, and Bach’s Coffee Cantata with the London Gala Orchestra, and punk poet John Cooper Clarke.

Dining: At the Food Feast on the Saturday, and the pop-up tapas on the terrace at the Silk Mill run by the High Pavement team.

Will be visiting: The Bronze Casting Demonstration at the Black Swan at 3pm.

Festival top tip: You can camp at the family friendly Vallis Veg Campsite on the edge of town which is within easy walking of the site.

Personal ‘do not miss’ choice: A Night at the Opera presented by the talented young singers of Sapori Vocali, featuring both new and old operatic favourites.

Will be drinking: I’m looking forward to the complimentary glass of delicious white wine or rosé in the interval.

Will be visiting: The Lute Society workshop. We are staging a Multitude of Voyces partnership project for church-music singers from the Salisbury area. It is directed by Colin Howard, and accompanied by lutenists from the workshop, led by internationally acclaimed Jacob Heringman.

Festival top tip: Bring a cushion to offset the hardness of the church pews. www.farleymusic.co.uk

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Pianist Julia Hamos is playing at Farley Music Festival

FORGET ABOUT THAT BIG BAD WORLD FOR A FEW DAYS

The Larmer Tree Festival’s message is a happy one

LARMER TREE FESTIVAL

When: 19 – 22 July Where: Cranbourne Chase, Dorset Who: After a one year break, headline music acts include First Aid Kit, Jake Bugg, Public Service Broadcasting and comedy from Sara Pascoe, Mark Watson and Dane Baptiste, authors Jasper Fforde, Viv Groskop and Catherine Johnson, plus workshops, experiences and fun for all the family too.

Why: The quintessential summer party; intimate and eccentric, a unique party experience, encouraging a genuine festival community.

WHAT THEY SAY

James Shepard, founder of Larmer Tree Festival

2016 festival highlight: I’ve always loved Jamie Callum’s music so to see him at Larmer Tree was a big personal highlight and his ‘all energy’ show was truly brilliant.

The three acts most looking forward to this year: First Aid Kit, Songhoy Blues and Nick Mulvey.

Will be eating and drinking: Lots!

Especially the wood fired pizzas from Pizza Tabun and a lovely pint of the awardwinning Cranborne Chase cider.

Will be visiting: Going to try and make time to do a workshop or two.

Festival top tip: Bring an open mind, enjoy the festival to the max and forget about that big bad world for a few days. Oh, and don’t forget your sunscreen. www.larmertreefestival.co.uk

MARLBOROUGH LITERATURE FESTIVAL

When: 28 – 30 September Where: Marlborough, Wiltshire Who: Novelist, Rose Tremain, historian Max Hastings, former MP Alan Johnson and travel writer Lois Pryce, along with new talent and young fiction writers, and workshops and poetry events.

Why: Marlborough LitFest is a writing focussed festival celebrating the best writing and putting authors centre stage.

WHAT THEY SAY

Jan Williamson, Marlborough LitFest chair Last year’s highlight: Hearing David Mitchell, author of Cloud Atlas and The Bone Clocks reading three of his short stories written specially for the Marlborough LitFest, which were yet to be published.

Looking forward: I can’t wait to hear the travel writer Lois Pryce – her book Revolutionary Ride describes her solo journey on a motorbike through Iran, a country I’ve

visited and which she describes brilliantly.

Snacking on: A famous Marlborough Bun from our LitFest Cafe washed down with a cup of coffee.

Will be visiting: The collection of rare books and manuscripts owned by Marlborough College dating from the 15th century to the present day including Newton’s Principia Mathematica and first editions of Darwin’s work.

Top festival tip: Shop in the town and visit our wonderful independent bookshop The White Horse Bookshop across the road from the main festival venue. www.marlboroughlitfest.org

Kate Mosse is just one of the literary giants at Marlborough

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VINTAGE NOSTALGIA FESTIVAL

When: 1 – 3 June Where: Stockton, Nr Waminster, Wiltshire Who: 50s rock and roll from the Jukebox Jets, professional dance troupe the Flaming Feathers, professional trumpeter Ricky Hunter, the 16 piece Big R Big Band, Rockabilly swing band, Bamboozle and vintage vocals from the London Belles.

Why: A vintage extravaganza is a hidden gem celebrating the past full of characters from the shows, the displays and the festival goers.

WHAT THEY SAY:

The VNF team Last year’s highlight: Last year was a blast but if we had to single out one act, The Jukeboxjets brought the house down and got everyone on the dancefloor.

Don’t miss suggestions: The Obscuritones, The Dustbowl Sinners and Bamboozle. And kids should see the fabulous Flying Seagulls.

Where to drink: Our 1967 London Routemaster Bus for fine ales or cocktails.

Top festival tip: Enter our Best Dressed Competition in period attire and win a Ringwood Brewery Hamper.

We have the Bearded Barber on site if you need any help.

Dressing up is part of the Vintage Nostalgia Festival vibe

WINCHESTER FESTIVAL

When: 6 – 14 July Where: Winchester, Hampshire Who: Award-winning choir Tenebrae and the opening concert features Bach’s Magnificat. Speakers’ highlights include broadcaster Jeremy Paxman interviewed by Alastair Stewart, and Mary Berry in conversation with journalist Kirsty Wark.

Why: Celebrating its 21st year, this packed festival will please the most cultured of culture vultures.

www.vintagenostalgiafestival. co.uk

Violinist Laura Rickard is performing at Winchester Festival

THE TWO PERFORMANCES IN THE CATHEDRAL PROMISE TO BE

MEMORABLE

WHAT THEY SAY:

Festival director, Carol Butler and literature consultant Ginny Sherriff Last year’s highlight: World-renowned Voces8 showcasing their versatility in the Cathedral and Stella Rimington’s candid interview, in which she tellingly singled out Russia as an on-going threat.

2018 predicted highlights: The two performances in the Cathedral promise to be memorable.

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Where to eat?: Head to festival favourite Rick Stein’s on the High Street next to the Guildhall.

Will be visiting: We have a host of wonderful venues in Winchester, but with its varied history, the Cathedral is the jewel in the crown.

Top festival tip: Even the lunchtime events can sell out, which people often don’t expect so do try and book beforehand. www.winchesterfestival.co.uk

WIN A VINTAGE FAMILY WEEKEND PASS! (2 adults & 2 children)

1st, 2nd & 3rd June 2018

Vintage Nostalgia Festival has joined together with Salisbury Life to offer one lucky family the chance to win a weekend pass and three nights camping at the festival!

The Vintage Nostalgia Festival is a hidden gem in the heart of the Wylye valley. The event focuses on the past and celebrates all that was great from before the turn of the century up to the 1980’s.

So whatever your interest, Vintage/classic cars, Veteran Cycles, Vintage Fashion, antiques, rusty automobila, dance and music, There is something for everyone at VNF whether your 8 or 80!

With Live bands, Ringwood fine Ale bar, cocktail bar and dance troupe, Vintage Village and traditional children’s entertainment its not to be missed!

The festival is run by enthusiasts for enthusiasts and is a wonderful opportunity to relax and enjoy the company of family and friends in beautiful surroundings.

For your chance to win simply answer the following question:

Which brewery is sponsoring the event?

To enter, please email your answer to info@mediaclash.co.uk with the subject line: Salisbury Life Vintage Competition.

Please include your full name, contact number and address with your submission.

T&C’s: One family weekend pass for 2 adults and 2 children (aged 5 - 15 years), on Friday 1st, Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd June 2018, plus a standard camping pitch for the 3 nights. Under 5’s are free, under 18’s must be accompanied by an adult. Entries close at 2pm on Friday 18th May 2018.

For full terms please visit www.mediaclash.co.uk/about/terms.

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Photographs are treasured long after the big day

PHOTOGRAPHS WILL BECOME ONE OF YOUR MOST TREASURED

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In celebration of Harry and Meghan’s upcoming wedding, we explore how to get royally hitched in Salisbury (without it costing a king’s ransom)

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n 19 May, the nation will join in the celebrations of Prince Harry to the American former actress Meghan Markle. We ask our local wedding experts how we can recreate our very own, homegrown happy-ever-afters in the kingdom of Salisbury.

CROWN JEWELS

Prince Harry, who designed the ring he used to propose to Meghan, recently explained, “The ring is obviously yellow gold because that’s Meghan’s favourite and the main stone itself, I sourced from Botswana and the little diamonds either side are from my mother’s jewellery collection, to make sure that she’s with us on this crazy journey together.”

The jeweller Elinor Cambray can offer a personalised service. “Your wedding rings can be handmade to perfectly reflect you both. You can choose your own finish, texture or pattern as well as engraving and stones, and even help make it yourself, to make your band truly special.”

Rachel Tribbeck of the jewellers Tribbeck, who have been selling wedding rings to Salisbury couples for 113 years, advises to give choosing the ring plenty thought. “Don’t leave it til the last minute and do get proper guidance. It’s not about monetary value but ensuring you have the right ring for you both that will last a lifetime and give endless pleasure.”

Sebastian Salt, director of the Minster Street jewellers W. Carter & Son, highlights that,“While there is no substitute for quality in terms of gems, metal and craftsmanship, you can still get value for money. An experienced jeweller will assess your options and maybe suggest something that had not occurred to you.”

PRINTS AMONGST MEN

Millions of people will be able to watch Harry get hitched to his American dream, and while we’re unlikely to want the BBC to transmit our own special day, it is wonderful to be able to look back later at the day’s events, as Ben Radley who specialises in wedding films, explains, “My focus is always on bringing back the atmosphere and emotion of the day, for example, incorporating the speeches to add emotion, in a format they can watch over and over again.”

The royal couple will also have their own official photographer – Alexi Lubomirski who is known for his work with Beyoncé, Gwyneth Paltrow, Julia Roberts and Scarlett Johansson. Lydia Stamps, the wedding photographer responsible for our stunning cover image, explains why it is also important to have professional photos of the big day, “The photographs are the only item you’ll invest in that will actually increase in value after your wedding day. As the years pass, your memories fade, and loved ones are lost, the photographs will become one of your most treasured possessions.”

“There is also a certain amount of prep you can do to ensure you feel like a princess in front of the camera,” advises Nikki Spicer of Vita Skin Spa. “Exfoliating, fake tan and lots of water before. A lash lift and tint so there are no mascara runs, brows shaped, manicure and pedicure, and on the day use a primer and keep the lip gloss to hand.”

ROYAL GARB

While on the big day all eyes are on the bride, and in Meghan’s case it is rumoured she will be wearing British label Ralph & Russo, everybody attending does also worry about their own outfit. For example to hat or not to hat? Amy Money, the Salisbury milliner has some gives us heads up on the formal hat wear etiquette for weddings. “The bride and the groom’s mother wear the largest brim, while family members wear something slightly smaller. Ladies should always wear their headwear slanted over the right eye and remove them when seated for the formal sit down meal.” She also predicts the colours we’ll be seeing in the congregation. “Bold contrasting colours, and the pastel greys and pinks are a winner this season.”

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YOUR CARRIAGE AWAITS

The couple will marry at midday and at 1pm they will travel through Windsor in a carriage so the crowds can cheer their congratulations. If being quite on show in an open top carriage isn’t your cup of tea, there are many other modes of wedding transport available. Geoff Cain of Value Cars of Salisbury explains, “We offer so many options for all the party, even a hybrid car so the wedding car is quiet and graceful when pulling away.”

PRINCESS AND THE SWEETPEA

Soon after the couple started dating, Meghan posted a picture of a bouquet of pink and white peonies on her now-deleted Instagram and said the flowers made her “endlessly happy” and it is known her and Harry will work to choose flowers that are seasonal and are known for their pollinator-friendly properties.

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but informal look is to go for plenty of different foliage varieties but very few flower varieties, and it is a centuries old custom that all royal brides have a sprig of myrtle in their bouquets One of Meghan’s choices is foxgloves which are traditionally found in cottage gardens, so it’s lovely that along with peonies and garden roses, she has chosen something so English.”

KING’S FEAST

Royal wedding cakes are typically fruit cakes, but Meghan and Harry are reportedly bucking tradition, and plan to have an organic lemon elderflower cake. And as Sarah of The Shrewton Cake Company, says, “The only limit to flavours and design is your imagination.” You could also consider adding personalised sweet treats to the wedding favours or even, as Alex Seaton of Alexander Chocolate suggests, “A box of chocolates, with a special message is a lovely thank you gift.”

ROYAL COURTS

The pair could have opted for the grand Westminster Abbey but they have chosen St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle, which is where Harry was christened when he was three months old. Later in the evening, the newlyweds will celebrate with 200 guests at a private reception less than a mile from Windsor Castle at Frogmore House. Lady Rumbold of Hatch House, which is in Wiltshire countryside with incredible views across the Vale of Wardour, thinks this number of guests is near-perfect. “Keep the guest list to around 125-150, less is more, otherwise you won’t be able to see everyone or speak to them. If you serve lunch or dinner, have a buffet so that guests can circulate and don’t let the party drag on, if you w

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he would wear a uniform, because even though he is no longer a serving officer in the Armed Forces he does have the right, or if he’ll opt for a morning suit. Closer to home, Jason Regent the founder and designer of Regent, can assist with the groom’s momentous sartorial decision. “Buying or having a wedding suit made is an excellent investment for the future. Think carefully about the type of fabric used – can it be used another time?” he says. “Also give it a similar time scale and budget as you might the bride’s dress. A lot of people don’t factor in that a made-to-measure suit, will take approximately 10 weeks.”

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A wedding reception done The Larmer Tree way

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ALL ROYAL

PHOTO BY LYDIA STAMPS PHOTOGRAPHY

BRIDES HAVE A SPRIG OF MYRTLE IN THEIR BOUQUETS

Take bouquet inspiration from Meghan’s floral choices

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Go for a fairytale setting like Howard’s House Hotel

Milliner Amy Money can advise on the fascinating etiquette of hats

AND HERE COMES THE GUIDE….

want dancing until midnight don’t start the reception before late afternoon.”

Nicola Winslade, wedding co-ordinator comments, “The day of the week and time of year can contribute to the different price of a wedding venue. If you want an August bank holiday weekend then expect the price to reflect this, however if you can be flexible and you want a more reasonable price then try and pick a quieter month or perhaps have a Friday or Sunday wedding instead of a Saturday.”

Charlotte Greenwood of Howard’s House Hotel advises it is the smaller touches that can lend that feeling of opulence, “A country house can still provide the perfect setting for a fairytale wedding. We sit in two acres of landscaped gardens, where the only sounds you’ll hear are birdsong and the trickle of a fountain.”

You can bet your bottom dollar Meghan and Harry have had an army of advisors for their big day, but it’s not out of reach for us commoners either. Bespoke Ceremonies, who are made up of the independent celebrants Emily Westlake and Julie Lane, can help with every aspect of your wedding planning including sourcing amazing Wiltshire locations. “Some of these can even be free,” they note. “We are surrounded by many historic buildings and architecture. A group visit within the stones at Stonehenge would provide a great backdrop for any ceremony, as would the Cathedral Close, Old Sarum or the gardens at Bourne Hill under the trees.

The teams at the venues themselves also offer advice and planning such the one at Salisbury Golf Course which, with 30 years experience in wedding receptions, can help conjure up everything from a toastmaster to a string quartet.

Larmer Tree Gardens wedding co-ordinator, Gail Thomas, says, “Our 11 acre garden and two halls, The Jubilee Hall and The New Pavilion, provide a relaxed and informal, quintessential English country wedding, plus for the more intimate affairs there is the Secret Garden Weddings, perfect for midweek celebrations held Monday to Thursday and a maximum of 30 guests. And to help keep down costs, you can even consider a picnic.”

And if you did have a picnic, think how the Queen might like it, and consider adding vintage china to the service. Sarah Fletcher, of Nanny Nellies Attic, adds, “And what about an original red postbox for your wedding cards, and glass decanters for the port?”

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BEAUTY

Vita Skin Spa www.vitaskinspa.co.uk Wendy Stevens Hairdressing www.wendystevenssalisbury. co.uk CLOTHES

Amy Money Millinery www.amymoneymillinery.com Brides by Victoria www.bridesbyvictoria.co.uk Chas H Baker Menswear www.chashbaker.com Regent www.regenttailoring.co.uk

W Carter & Son www.wcarterandson.co.uk P HOTOG RAP HY AND V I DEO

Ben Radley Wedding Films www.benradleyweddingfilms. co.uk Lydia Stamps Photography www.lydiastampsphotography. com Simon Ward Photography www.simonwardphotography. com P ROP HI RE

Nanny Nellies Attic www.nannynelliesattic.com

F LOWERS

Gullicks www.gullicksflorists.co.uk Judith Searles Flowers tel: 07771 960388 Kate Robinson Flowers www.katerobinsonflowers.co.uk F OOD

Forking Out www.forkingout4food.com Alexander Chocolates www.alexanderchocolate.co.uk Shrewton Cake Company tel: 07450 408386 The Cake Forge www.thecakeforge.co.uk Cambridge Wine www.cambridgewine.com J EWELLERY

Elinor Cambray www.elinorcambray.com H R Tribbeck & Son www.tribbecks.com

TRANSP ORT

Value Cars Salisbury; www.salisbury-valuecars.co.uk VENUES

Bishopstrow Hotel & Spa www.bishopstrow.co.uk Goldolphin School www.godolphin.com Hatch house www.hatch-house.co.uk Howards House Hotel www.howardshousehotel.co.uk Larmer tree Gardens www.larmertree.co.uk Salisbury Golf Course Weddings and Functions www.salisburygolf.co.uk Salisbury Guild Hall www.salisburyguildhall.co.uk WEDDING P L ANNERS

Bespoke Ceremonies www.bceo.uk

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Salisbury & South Wilts Golf Club

The perfect venue for your Wedding Salisbury & South Wilts Golf Club is a beautiful venue to hold your Wedding Reception, with a large function room equipped with a fully licensed bar, stunning views and ample parking.

Our menus cater for all tastes and budgets, and our experienced team can assist with all aspects of your day to make sure your special day runs smoothly and whatever you want we’ll make sure it is served with a smile.

SSWGC is just two miles from the centre of the medieval city of Salisbury and is easily reached from all directions making it an ideal venue.

Our experienced team can also recommend reputable local suppliers and help with any other aspect of your planning should you need it.

Our restaurant can cater for 110 seated guests and 150 for your evening reception.

We can make arrangements for a golf buggy to transport you and your photographer out on the golf course to take the most memorable photographs in an idyllic setting.

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Hatch House is a historic Arts & Crafts family owned country house in an idyllic rural setting in the Wiltshire countryside.

With a 17th century walled Dutch garden, lawns and magnificent views across the Vale of Wardour, it’s a romantic, private and perfect wedding venue.

There are three areas licensed for weddings and civil ceremonies.

Hatch House

West Hatch, Tisbury, Wiltshire SP3 6PA T: 01747 870622 E: enquiry@hatch-house.co.uk

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Photography by Lydia Stamps, www.lydiastampsphotography.com

For further information please contact the Lettings Manager at Godolphin School on 01722 430646 or williamsj@godolphin.wilts.sch.uk

Gift vouchers & online gift cards are available

We listen, We care, We create…

Wendy Stevens Salisbury is a friendly, contemporary salon with a calming and welcoming ambience. When designing the salon, guest comfort was paramount in all decisions, from the partitioned backwash area to the relaxing background music.

L’Oréal Colour & products are used & we stock Nioxin, which helps with hair loss & thinning. Wendy is always happy to give help & advice with this sensitive area, over 50% of people are effected at some point in their lives. The team regularly attend L’Oréal courses as trends & colours are constantly changing, so we can deliver the very best in hairdressing!

We provide many refreshments - Nespresso coffee, Twinings tea & for that extra treat ... hot chocolate with marshmallows!

CONSULTATIONS are where the journey begins, come and have a chat and see how we can help you achieve that perfect look! We look forward to meeting you........

L’Oréal & Nioxin Stockists Call us today

01722 327788

Wendy Stevens Salisbury is a State registered Hair salon who supports the campaign to make regulation compulsory for all hairdressers & barbers.

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Online bookings are available at www.wendystevenssalisbury.co.uk

AMY MONEY MILLINERY BESPOKE CONTEMPORARY HANDBLOCKED HAT'S AND HEADPIECE'S MADE BY COMMISSION OR OUR 2018 COLLECTION IS AVAILABLE FOR HIRE.

By appointment at our SALISBURY CITY CENTRE STUDIO

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Photo: Divine Day Photography

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Wedding Celebrants working alongside you to design your totally bespoke ceremony, creating a celebration as unique as you.

Your Day ~ Your Way. Getting married in Wiltshire or beyond? Get in touch today!

Julie: 07884065557 ~ Emily: 07760953154 ~ info@bceo.uk ~ www.bceo.uk

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The perfect dress for your dream day One-to-one Bridal consultations Dedicated stylists Affordable quality dresses Wide choice of accessories Bridesmaid dresses

Book an appointment or get in touch today: 25 New Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP1 2PH 01722 414430 • bridesbyvictoria@hotmail.co.uk • www.bridesbyvictoria.co.uk

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Shrewton Cake Company

EXPERIENCED CAKE MAKER AND DECORATER. Small, family run business based near Salisbury.

Professional, tailored/personal service; from concept through to design and production.

Caters for every event - Wedding to corporate Small and large orders • Competitive rates • Fully insured

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Remember Regent for your wedding day...

Photography by Razia Photography

109 Fisherton Street, Salisbury SP2 7SS 01722 336 575 www.gullicksflorists.co.uk

Vintage china and prop hire delivered to your door Plus we wash it all up after your party!

Nanny Nellies Attic offers bespoke styling from bygone years to theme any event from a wedding to afternoon tea party, window display and photoshoots.

With over 20 years experience, Executive Connection are the Wedding Car Specialists in Salisbury.

There is simply oodles of gorgeous vintage china and props to transform your celebration into something quite unique!

Renowned for providing a fully tailored and bespoke service, organised and managed by one of our Wedding Specialists, who will take the stress out of your hands.

Ensuring that your “Special” day is one….you will never forget.

Place your booking before July 2018 to receive a right royal discount of 15%!

q 07551861814 www.nannynelliesattic.com

For more details contact Scott Woodford: q 01722 333333 scott@salisbury-valuecars.co.uk www.executiveconnection.co.uk

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Violet Light by Alex Jawdokimov, £1,495 The artist embellishes each piece with silver leaf to capture the luminescent quality of trees.

From Gallery21, 21 Queen Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 324000; www.gallery21.co.uk

Thomas Kent Clock, £47.95 Perfectly proportioned wall clock, painted in subtle home furnishing tones with contrasting numerals and hands.

From Casa Fina, 62 High Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 326428; www.casafinasalisbury.co.uk

Bright Silver Annie Sloan Gilding Wax, £6.95 Add a metallic touch to all your painted furniture or use with your favourite stencil wherever you want.

From No44 Homeworks, 44 Fisherton St, Salisbury. tel:01722 324773; www. no44homeworks.co.uk

Dower & Hall silver bracelet, £195 A sterling silver bracelet made of small square ‘kube’ beads threaded onto a chain.

From Allum & Sidaway, 20-22 Minster St, Salisbury. tel: 01722 325907; www. allumandsidaway.co.uk

Silver fish flask, £33.99 Every event will go swimmingly with this unique stainless steel fish design flask.

From Dinghams Cookshop, 28 Market Place, Salisbury. tel: 01722 506045; www.dinghams.co.uk

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Buckingham marble table, £1,440 Complete with curved steel legs, this sleek marbletopped dining table is a centrepiece on its own.

From Orchid Furniture, The Old Barn, Sandydown Stockbridge. tel: 01264 811111; www.orchidfurniture.co.uk

Silver star edible sprinkles, £3.99 Add glimmer, shimmer, sprinkle and sparkle to all your bakes with a shake of Scrumptious Sprinkletti.

From The Cake Forge, 2 The Maltings, Salisbury. tel: 01722 239249; www.thecakeforge.com

Spirals bowl and spoon, £39 Made by Glover and Smith using lead free pewter, the design is based on beautiful prehistoric stone carvings found in Europe.

From Fisherton Mill, 108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 500200; www.fishertonmill.co.uk

Alpe pearl trainer, £99 You’ll be proud to be winning silver in these bright Spanish brand beauties with pearl trim and medal-worthy satin ribbon laces.

From Conker, 11 The Maltings, Salisbury. tel: 01722 328442; eastburrow@aol.com

Punch bowl and silver goblets, £200 This magnificent late Victorian silver punch bowl is perfect for visiting aristocrats.

From Digger & Mojo, Woodborough Garden Centre, Wiltshire. tel: 01672 85151; www.diggerandmojo.com

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OH SO CALMING!

Sarah Moolla finds a little rest and relaxation in retail form at the OSOBOUTIQUE stores Photo s by Joh n Rose

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oing into OSOboutique found on Salisbury’s High Street, is like stepping into a cool haven of retail. There is a calmness, a coolness and serenity to the womenswear store; the colours blend and flow like an oceanic sea of on-trend clothes, shoes, bags and accessories.

Embodying this is co-owner Nat Ashton who is at the helm running this, their new store OSOboutique Fashion store, along with the OSOboutique Jewellery on St Thomas’s Square, while her mother and fellow co-owner Jan Ashton is away. Nat is friendly, informative and, while I believe her when she tells me she’s frantically busy, she exudes that ‘all-thetime-in-world’ air that ensures a customer feels welcome, unhurried and free to browse.

Yet the OSO brand started life as a website, as Nat explains, “OSOboutique began as an online shop called OSOsilver. Then we started trading in our first bricks and mortar store in St Thomas’s Square in Salisbury in 2013, our success in the boutique, made it very hard to manage the online aspect.

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concentrate solely on old fashioned face-to-face trading, and given the fact that our ladieswear collections were proving very popular, we also decided to alter our shop name to OSOboutique.

My mum later moved down to Salisbury to be more involved with the demands of running our business, and here we are today.”

The success story doesn’t end there. In a time when many big chain names are going to the wall, OSOboutique is actually growing. “Due to our fantastic loyal customers and wonderful staff, the demand has continued to grow and enabled us in November 2017 to expand into our second shop OSOboutique Fashion & More.”

So how have the mother and daughter duo managed to buck the recession trend and do so well with their indie business? “We wholeheartedly believe that shopping with independent retailers is as much about the experience as it is about the purchasing, and so we endeavour to offer honest yet unpressured advice, along with a friendly and exciting shopping experience.

“We believe that the way you dress should not be dictated by high fashion or pressures on your age, and that simply styling the right items for your body shape and the way you feel, is the key to helping you to look good, feel amazing, and stand

Clockwise from top left: Nat coowns OSO with mum Jan; textured accessories; a huge range of jewellery; the original OSOboutique is situated on St Thomas’s Square; the fashion store is deceptively spacious; their range of designer clothes in the new store is vast; homeware has recently been introduced

R E M A R K A B L E R E TA I L

SHOPPING

IN A TIME WHEN MANY BIG CHAIN NAMES ARE GOING TO THE WALL, OSOBOUTIQUE IS

ACTUALLY GROWING

out from the crowd whilst going about your daily life.”

This positive mantra seems to permeate the store’s atmosphere, which houses many designer brands such as Mama B, Sandwich, A Postcard From Brighton, Two Danes, BL^NK and Owen Barry. In fact two of the women I see purchasing clothes in OSOboutique Fashion, I then bump into when I pop in to OSOboutique Jewellery.

Along with the chunky sterling silver, unusual and semi-precious stone set pieces from Uno De 50, Ayala Bar, Pranella and Marlene Hounam to name a few, the store has a gorgeous and new collection of homeware and gifts curated from all corners of the globe.

A key to the OSO rise seems to be the strong relationship between Nat and Jan. Nat agrees, “We couldn’t run our business with anyone other than each other. We get on and work well together, and we each have our own strengths within the business which has meant our roles within OSOboutique have naturally evolved.”

For more: OSOboutique Fashion & More, 14 High Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 417382 OSOboutique Jewellery & More, St Thomas’s Square, Salisbury tel: 01722 323465; www.osoboutique.co.uk

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Left to right: Pat, top left with THE Dentist crew; the complete and stylish Boutique Whitening kit

TELLING the TOOTH Sarah Moolla finds a whole new meaning to the term ‘beauty sleep’ when she gets her smile brightened at THE Dentist

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n all things glamour, I am quite lazy. Always looking for the easy option – ponytail, nude nails and the all-purpose one-colour lipstick – that’s me. So if I’m going to whiten my teeth, it has to be effortless, idiot-proof and fit in with my lackadaisical, haphazard and slightly ‘oh no I forgot!’ beauty routine, or it’s not going to happen. However one thing I have noticed in others, which definitely helped persuade me to try the Boutique Whitening at THE Dentist, is good white teeth is one of the most simple ways of looking amazing, no matter what age you are.

Pat, one of the friendly, but still reassuringly professional, dentists who also wears the practice’s trademark pink, talks me through the process, as well as patiently answering all my questions, “The Boutique kits can lighten teeth considerably, sometimes up to teeth 11 shades lighter, and a difference can be seen within five days.

“We advise patients to try and avoid red wine and curries whilst they are whitening, and if you have to have coffee, (yes I actually do Pat), then drink it milky. (Phewf!)

“We also advise switching to a sensitive toothpaste and in particular using this before and after the treatment.”

There is a choice of two kits, the Boutique

A DIFFERENCE CAN BE SEEN WITHIN FIVE DAYS

– By Day, a 6 per cent hydrogen peroxide gel. Worn for only one hour per day, this gel is designed for patients who want a fast, comfortable and convenient solution to whiter teeth. Pat says, “This gel releases large quantities of oxygen free radicals, which whiten the teeth, over a short period of time, therefore whitening the teeth, both quickly and safely.

I opt for the Boutique – By Night kit, which is a 16 per cent carbamide peroxide gel, containing potassium nitrate, which is a proven desensitiser. Worn for four hours, or overnight, this gel is designed for patients who would prefer to not have their custom trays in during the day and would prefer to whiten whilst they are asleep.

“This gradual approach will still give fantastic results, due the length of time the gel stays active,” explains Pat.

Hair’s a mess but look at those gnashers!

The actual dentist-chair time is minimal, and the only slightly uncomfortable ‘openwide’ moment is when moulds are taken of my teeth. but even this is weirdly okay. The Playdoh type putty, that usually tastes and smells of old chewing gum, is a fruity mix.

Apparently last week’s flavour was passionfruit and while the fruit was nice, I am sorry to have missed that.

If anybody reading this is dentist phobic, then you really should consider this Bridge Street dentist. Their whole approach is welcoming, gentle, and almost a beauty salon-meets-spa vibe, but without compromising on the clinical and polished feel you’d expect of a dental practice. They also work with facial aesthetics.

The custom fit, soft gel moulds arrive within two weeks and fit perfectly – there’s no rubbing and no bulky feel. The nightly routine is so easy, there’s a little dimple in each tooth mould, so you cannot over administer the bleaching solution. You pop it in, and you’re done. After about a week of usage, I’ve lightened three shades and I’m thrilled. I’m taking a break but now I have the kit, I’ll be using this when I think my smile needs a boost. This is the ultimate lazy person’s glamour hack because the main component is going to bed, and I’m all smiles.

Sarah had the Boutique Tooth Whitening treatment, which includes two custom trays, four syringes and costs £375.

For more: THE Dentist, Suite 7, Beckett House, 4 Bridge St, Salisbury. tel: 01722 413513; www.thedentistsalisbury.co.uk

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t.twenty.one interiors are in the process of refurbishing their studio after making the decision to go independent in the summer of 2017.

They are now working with three different suppliers; Keller, AshleyAnn

and Schuller, so they are able to offer a vast variety of products to cater for many different budgets.

The team consists of Kate Stacey (director), Hania Southwell (senior designer) and Barrie McCarthy (showroom and installations manager) who are all extremely qualified in their fields with over 40 years combined experience. They pride themselves on listening to their customers to ensure that they meet every client's brief. The team work closely with their customers, from initial concept right through to completion.

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For more information on the products and services they offer, simply give them a call or pop into the studio on 21 Catherine Street. SL

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GREYHOUND INN, WILTON The Greyhound Inn is a 17th century coaching house at the Market Place in Wilton, and now a family-run business that specialises in homemade, local and seasonal dishes, and has the Salisbury-born Mark Barrow as head chef Photo s by H e i di Ba r row

Pan Fried Trout Fillet with Baby Vegetables, Pearl Potatoes & a Chilli, Lime, Cherry Tomato and Coriander Salsa (Serves 4) Mark says, “Both of these dishes are light spring time dishes and perfect for the warm evenings. I’ve used lots of yummy local ingredients and it does showcase how we love creating dishes like these using the best local fish and seasonal vegetables.”

Ingredients 4 fillets of rainbow trout 2 large potatoes 8 rainbow carrots 8 baby courgettes 16 spears of asparagus 1 punnet of cherry tomatoes 1 red onion 1 red chilli 1 bunch of coriander 2 limes ( juice and zest) 1 tbsp white wine vinegar 1 tbsp honey 1 pint of light chicken stock Salt and pepper to season

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Method 1. Using a melon baller, make your pearl potatoes and put in a pan with the chicken stock. Simmer for 5 minutes until just tender.

2. In a separate pan blanch the carrots, courgettes and asparagus.

Chill under cold water and set aside.

3. To make the salsa, finely dice the onion, chili and cherry tomatoes.

Put in a bowl and add the honey, white wine vinegar, lime juice and zest. Season and leave to rest.

4. Heat 2 frying pans on the hob. One, on a low heat, add some butter and all vegetables and potatoes. In the other add some oil and get smoking hot. Season your trout fillets and place skin side down for about 1 1/2 minutes then reduce heat by half and turn the fillets over for another 1 1/2 minutes before serving.

RECIPES

FOOD

WHIPPED MASCARPONE, LEMON & AMARETTI CHEESECAKE (Serves 4) Mark says, “The cheesecake is light and zingy but indulgent, a perfect dessert to refresh the palate after the fish dish.�

Ingredients 150g digestive biscuits 100g Amaretti biscuits (2 for garnish) 100g butter, melted 2 tbsp honey 250g mascarpone cheese 1/2 pint double cream 150g sugar 3 lemons ( juiced and zest of 1)

Method 1. In a food processor blitz the digestive and Amaretti biscuits to a fine crumb.

2. Add melted butter and honey and put in an 8inch tin and refrigerate until set.

3. In a bowl use an electric whisk to blend the mascarpone and sugar. Once smooth add the double cream and whisk until soft peaks.

4. Add the lemon juice and zest and whisk until stiff. Pipe or spoon onto the base.

5. Crumb a couple of Amaretti on top and sprinkle a little lemon zest for garnish.

6. To release from the tin, gently warm the outside of the tin to help release. Portion and serve.

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FOOD

The Borough Café SARAH MOOLLA enjoys some down time at the welcoming and laid-back Downton village bistro

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e live in enlightened times where dining alone is no longer the preserve of committed bachelors, visiting actors or wealthy widowers. In this age a tablet, mobile or e-reader can be our plus one at the table for two. But being honest, it still can be a lonely business.

So when my intended companion had to cancel last minute, thank goodness they did it when I was due to visit The Borough Café in Downton.

Despite it being post lunchtime, the two-storey cafe is still bustling so I’m overjoyed when I manage to bagsy a window seat. It’s been a busy day, I’m tired, I’m hungry and I’m ready to switch off. And gazing out onto the winding, pretty and sunny High Street, it’s as if this charming café was created for just such unplugged, kick back and relax, moments.

I don’t even bother with the pretence of relying on an electronic device and pay the food choices my full attention.

It’s a homely, familiar and unpretentious menu with paninis, soups, wraps, jacket potatoes and baguettes. It all looks reassuringly satisfying, unfussy, and thankfully, the way my stomach is growling, quick.

First up is a starter of portobello mushroom soup.

Sometimes these can be heavy, gritty and far too chunky.

But the Borough version, while a deep chestnut colour, tastes almost as if it has been air-whipped it’s so light and smooth. The bread is a gratifyingly sizeable wedge

LUXURIOUS,

SMOKY, FLUFFY WITH A DENSE AND FLAVOURSOME CAPPUCCINO BUTTERCREAM FILLING

of crusty, rustic-ness. And as a nice incidental, all the Borough soups are vegan.

Next is quiche, made with leek and the award-winning Old Winchester cheese, which is made by Lyburn who can be found just over the border in Hampshire about four miles away, with salad. It’s an ideal spring choice with its creamy egg, strong cheese and buttery pastry combination, lifted by the onion-y leek and vibrant, colourful side salad with glossy chickpeas, crunchy coleslaw and garden-fresh lettuce, tomatoes and cucumber.

I wander upstairs and find another dining space so bright, light and airy I almost wish I’d snuck up here.

However the buzz of downstairs has been part of the allure of my dine-alone experience. There’s lazy late lunches, early high teas, coffee and cake, with smiles, chatter and catching up. I later learn the young women behind me enjoying a light bite, actually work here and have come in on their day off. That tells you a lot about a place.

We recently featured a coffee cake recipe from Jacinta of the Borough Café’ to celebrate Fairtrade week which sounded divine and the reality does not disappoint – luxurious, smoky, fluffy with a dense and flavoursome cappuccino buttercream filling.

What’s also unique about this community hub is that it has no desire to pander to any potentially lucrative markets. You won’t find chips on the menu and they won’t stay open later than 4pm to cater for the post-school crowd. “We enjoy our lives too much,” laughs Caroline Bromilow who co-owns the café with Penny Marshall. “By closing at 4pm, we can get back to our families and not be all consumed by work.”

It could well be this thinking that has seen the Borough go from strength to strength since opening in 2012. The pair properly love and enjoy what they do, and that passion, care and joy shines through in every dish, cake and cup of tea served.

DINING DETAILS The Borough Café, 70 The Borough, Downton, Salisbury. tel: 01725 238083; www.theboroughcafe.co.uk Opening hours Monday – Friday 8.30am4pm; Saturday 9am-4pm; Sunday 10am-4pm Prices examples are soups £4.95, quiche and salad £7.50, and tray bakes and cakes from £2 Drinks Tea pigs, Fairtrade coffee and New Forest water, along with fresh smoothies and juices Covers Up to 72 including all outdoor space Outdoor space Garden courtyard can seat 20 Atmosphere Friendly, casual and local Parking Free and right outside Vegetarian choice Plenty, along with vegan and gluten-free Disabled access fully accessible

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A WELCOME RETURN

St. George’s Day at Deacons

Local pub Deacons is back open and busier than ever

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he Deacons reopened in December last year after a five-month closure, signifying a new era for the local, which is already steeped in history, including previous lives as a pub and a hotel.

The new owners of the pub have been very mindful of its past throughout the refurb, which has given the venue a new lease of life.

One of the biggest improvement areas is the

installation of brand new cellar equipment which has dramatically improved the quality of drinks served. And proving this, the Deacons recently received a score of 55/55 from Cask Marque who regulate cask ale in pubs to ensure it's kept and served in perfect condition. Other changes include redecoration throughout and a welcoming courtyard out the back to discourage congregation by the Fisherton Street entrance where the pavement is already very narrow.

The owners and general manager are passionate about the quality of their products, service and surroundings. They want to continue to support local traders, restaurants and outlets by reconnecting the pub with the Fisherton street community and operators in town.

In a short space of time, the Deacons has gained a great reputation for offering different events. This includes a live music jam session held on the second Tuesday of every month – all budding musicians welcome. A band has also rocked out the back room and big sporting games

such as the Six Nations have been shown. The pub will also be showing the football World Cup over two screens in June.

Upcoming dates for the diary include Salisbury Live, where Common Confusion will be performing on Saturday 5 May, and the Real Ale and Cider festival taking place here on the 24, 25 and 26 May showcasing many local breweries. See the Deacons Facebook page for more information.

The team look forward to welcoming back old customers and saying hello to new ones. SL

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FIRST PERSON

KARA ROGERS

KEEPING BUSY When Kara got the job of marketing and communications manager for Salisbury Business Improvement District (BID), in February, she had no idea how much her role would develop

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aving grown up in Salisbury, I’m proud to call it home and am passionate about its development and growth so landing the BID role, was a dream job. For the first six weeks I worked helping prepare for several exciting projects which Salisbury BID are launching this year,

when the incident happened. Suddenly our beautiful Cathedral city is being broadcast across national and international news and to see our beloved home at the heart of such negative circumstances, for me personally, is truly tragic.

Initially we began to plan for a shortterm impact on the city’s economy; little did we know that The Maltings cordons were to remain for months and the impact on the city would be far greater.

As the investigation continues, plans have been put in place Kara and her team are for the recovery of Salisbury, determined to keep Salisbury buzzing both short term and long term.

A strategic recovery group has been established, which is led by local and national governments. Salisbury BID’s role in these groups is to ensure the views of businesses are being represented and that businesses receive information about the support available from government.

With over 200 independent retailers, a selection of charming cafes, pubs, restaurants and bars and our famous Cathedral, Salisbury is understandably a popular destination for tourists.

And many businesses in the city rely on tourism footfall for their success. Salisbury BID is working with VisitWiltshire and other city leaders to ensure that the long-term brand and reputation of Salisbury will not be damaged.

As a not for profit organisation, Salisbury BID has

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STAY

UNITED, CONTINUE TO IN PARTNERSHIP AND WE COME OUT THE SIDE STRONGER THAN

WORK WILL OTHER BEFORE

limited funds which are collected annually from qualifying levypayers. These funds are allocated to projects and services to benefit Salisbury’s businesses. We’ve made efforts to ensure these initiatives haven’t suffered and that we still conduct our ‘business as usual’.

To help keep our city buoyant during these difficult times, Salisbury BID has brought forward the launch of a project which is set to boost Salisbury’s economy.

The Salisbury Gift Card is a pre-loaded gift card which allows consumers to spend money in participating businesses in the city including the shops, restaurants, salons and attractions. It uses the Mastercard Infrastructure and helps encourage more people and spend into the city. Salisbury, in effect, will have its own currency.

We’re also planning to deliver an even bigger and better Christmas Market for the city this year, with proposed plans to extend the existing market into the grounds of Salisbury Cathedral, to make the event exceptionally special.

Salisbury has been praised for the collaborative work to aid the recovery of our city. I admire the strength and resilience of our community. We stay united, continue to work in partnership and we will come out the other side stronger than before. We love and are thankful of our wonderful city, which we are blessed to live and work in.

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INSPIRATION

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How Salisbury Life inspired an innovative collaboration between eight local businesses Eight Salisbury businesses are working together on presenting property workshops offering advice and tips on selling, and it’s all thanks to Salisbury Life. Property sales Ewemove, Interior designer A Box of Tricks, Lighting design specialist Light My Space, Salisbury Carpet Company, Your Mortgage Expert, Richard Griffiths & Co Solicitors, and Thomas Cleaning are hosting a free event at Salisbury Rugby Club on 12 May to share information with property sellers on the benefits of home staging.

Ira Blake, one half of Light My Space explains, “I had seen an advert in Salisbury Life for A Box of Tricks as it was right next to ours, and I made contact with owner Elaine Deeks to see how our businesses might work together. We were already aware of Salisbury Carpet Co. and Your Mortgage Expert and it felt like a common cause we could all get behind and collaborate on. Malcolm met Rachel of Thomas Cleaning at the Salisbury Life 250th issue party and it seemed an obvious fit for her to join us.

Malcolm continues, “Ira and I were talking about the

From front, left to right: Thomas Cleaning’s Rachel Thomas; Elaine Deeks from A Box of Tricks; James Humphries of Light My Space; Malcolm White from EweMove; Mike Walsh owner of Salisbury Carpet Co.; and Ira Blake also of Light My Space

need to present houses professionally for sale and with great marketing, in the current market where properties need to be well presented and sensibly priced to sell reasonably quickly. Elaine adds, “Ultimately this is about helping people achieve the best price for their house and gain a quicker sale to enable them to move on to their next home. People are more likely to purchase a well maintained and presented house.”

The group are already planning more workshops so watch this space, and keep reading Salisbury Life!

For more: Simply book via Eventbrite to register for the event or call on 01722 444706

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BUSINESS INSIDER

VINTAGE TREASURES

SARAH FLETCHER As well as being the founder of Nanny Nellies Attic, the vintage china hire company, Sarah is also the manager and dispensing optician from Mark Jones Eye Care. Here she reveals what inspired her business name, taking gin in teacups, and how china is the new silver service How did the idea for Nanny Nellies Attic come about?

I ran a gin tasting event as a fundraiser for the Stars Appeal and wanted to serve each of the gins in a different way. The first gin was a Vicar’s Tea cocktail and was served from teapots using vintage cups and saucers. This was proudly accompanied by a G&T cupcake.

How did you start sourcing your stock?

Collecting vintage china is immense fun and extremely interesting.

I found myself hunting through relatives’ attics, searching in bric á brac shops and brocantes in France. To date, the collection ranges from 250 afternoon tea settings and 150 dinner tableware settings.

And when did it turn into a business?

Just after the fundraiser in 2017, I started hiring out vintage china for parties, baby showers, weddings, afternoon tea parties and funerals.

Where did your brilliant business name come from?

While I was searching through our family attics, I found a pretty tea set, a string of pearls and an old lace tablecloth that had belonged to a great Nan who was called Nellie.

Why do you think there has been an increase in interest in all things vintage?

Everyone is interested in some element of history and so having items from the past always creates a bit of a talking point, which is absolutely ideal for a tea party. The growth in the vintage markets demonstrates how we all seem to have a passion for eclectic vintage memorabilia. People love to chat and reminisce about things they see on a Nanny Nellies Attic stand at wedding shows or vintage fairs, often remarking how their granny had a tea set made by Royal Albert too.

Has your stock been used as props?

Some stock pieces have been hired for window displays by various Salisbury businesses including Mark Jones Eye Care and Shirley Snells Florists. Several wedding companies have used a variety of props for photoshoots, and backdrops, the ladders, suitcases and post boxes are always in great demand.

Any favourite recent teatime spots?

My most interesting events have been an afternoon tea in Tidworth at The Mortuary Chapel open day – I never knew of this little hidden gem of a place and thought it may be a bit of a gloomy affair. But far from it, as it turned out to be a gloriously sunny afternoon with many local people coming to see this restored chapel on the only day open to the public. Another was Winchester Hat Fair who were running a travelling play called Four Score Years & Ten last September, which recounted the memories of some octogenarians over tea in a village hall. They needed masses of cups, saucers, teapots, sugar tongs – the lot as the audience participated too. It was terrific to see my china travelling with the play across Hampshire.

I FOUND MYSELF HUNTING THROUGH

RELATIVES’ ATTICS, SEARCHING IN BRIC-ABRAC SHOPS AND BROCANTES IN FRANCE

Have there been any difficulties in setting up Nanny Nellies Attic?

Not being a techy person, it can become a headache to try and learn how to update images. As I am continually adding pieces to the vintage props, I still have a little way to go with achieving the desired look for the website, and being able to maintain it easily.

What happens about breakages?

Damage is inevitable with delicate china, so you can’t get too attached to any one piece. Breakages are charged for at a very reasonable rate as I like to be fair when this happens, bearing in mind it’s old and delicate.

What have been your business highs?

I must say I loved doing the first wedding for Nanny Nellies Attic last September for a wonderful young couple Evie and Steve in Winterslow. It was for 100 people, they wanted vintage cutlery and dinner plates, as well as hiring ladders, lanterns, plus ordering several batches of G&T cupcakes. Evie wrote me a fabulous testimonial. When people take the time to write after the event and personally thank you, you know all the hard work, planning and effort has paid off.

For more: Nanny Nellies Attic, 1 Newton Corner Cottages, Newton Lane, Whiteparish. tel: 07551 861814; www.nannynelliesattic.com

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BUSINESS INSIDER

DATING AGENCY

JULIE SPRATLEY Julie is the area manager of Just Wiltshire Introductions who explains why a little oldfashioned romance can be better than perils of the online courtship Tell us a little about Just Introductions – what is the company’s background?

Just Introductions Group was formed 13 years ago by Diana, the founder, who used to work for another very successful dating agency.

She currently runs our Dorset area and we also cover Somerset and Hampshire and are gradually taking on more regions.

What is your involvement with the firm?

I have been running the Wiltshire branch for a year and it is a parttime business for me alongside my accountancy work. I have always loved working with people and it is wonderful to feel that you are helping others meet new friends and partners.

You say you ‘don’t just take anyone on your books’ – but how do you vet people?

We visit every potential client in their own homes and ask for ID such as passport or photocard driving licence. We then spend two hours getting to know the individual and creating their profile by asking lots of questions about their background and their interests.

Who is on your database?

We have several hundred clients, every one unique and they range in age from 40 to 90.

What makes you different from other dating agencies?

We hold up to four social events on a weekly basis including pub meals, skittles evenings, afternoon teas, walks and theatre trips.

Also a full colour A5 magazine is sent to all our members on a monthly basis with all event details, as well as updates of new members and rotation of photos of existing members for dates.

IT IS A WONDERFUL WAY TO MAKE MANY NEW FRIENDS ALONG THE WAY

Why do you think this old-school method is returning to favour, despite the free availability of online site and dating apps?

The internet dating scene appeals to a younger bracket but many people have had terrible experiences with people who are not who they make out to be, or been scammed. Just Introductions is a safe and very sociable way of meeting people, also we are registered with the Information Commissioners Office and we take data protection very seriously.

How do you deal with people who might want immediate dating success?

We do sometimes have people who expect instant matches – we always say that there are no guarantees and you have to be realistic, as well as patient. We do not have a crystal ball but many clients have paired off or married and that is the proof that it does work. Plus we are a friendship group, as well as dating and introductions, so there are plenty of social opportunities alongside one to one dates. It is a wonderful way to make many new friends along the way.

Has there been many successful Just Introductions matches you can tell us about?

The group as a whole has seen many marriages over the years – the testimonials are on our website.

For more: For more: Just Introductions Group, tel: 07896 994647; www.justintroductionsgroup.co.uk

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BUSINESS INSIDER

NEWS STORIES Our pick of the most exciting, intriguing or important local business stories happening right now

THE WINNING BID

Chief executive Robin McGowan, far left, with team members at the Salisbury BID office in Milford Street

The Salisbury Business Improvement District (BID) celebrates another year of success in their latest annual review, recording 11 million visitors last year.

Chief executive Robin McGowan says, “Our goal is to deliver a cleaner, greener, safer and more vibrant Salisbury. We are achieving that through year-round, joined-up marketing and business support.’

BID is also launching a Salisbury Gift Card for participating businesses as one of its new schemes for 2018. Turn to page 54 to learn more about the city’s Gift Card scheme from the BID’s Kara Rogers.

For more: www.salisburybid.co.uk

WHAT IS GDPR? CLAIRE SPEED of Whitehead Vizard Solicitors helps explain GDPR, the General Data Protection Regulation, that comes into force on 25 May, and what it means for businesses Awareness: Decision makers and key people, should be aware the law is changing and the impact it is likely to have.

Consent: Review how you seek, record and manage consent and update the basis for your data processing.

Communication of privacy information: Review your current privacy notices and make changes if required.

Information you hold: Document what personal data you hold, where it came from, the purpose for which it is being held and the consents that you have to hold it.

Individual rights: Under GDPR individuals have enhanced rights of access to their data, to include data to be corrected and deleted.

Check procedures and policies.

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Children: GDPR requires parental consent for children, review policies to ensure systems are in place to verify individuals ages and parental consent if required.

Data breaches: Review procedures and policies to ensure that you are able to detect, report and investigate a personal data breach.

Data Protection Impact Statements: You made need to adopt and implement Data Protection Impact Statements, familiarise yourselves with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) code of practice.

Data protection officers: Consider if it is a requirement for your business to appoint a data protection officer.

For more: www.whitehead-vizard.co.uk

BUSINESS INSIDER

Left to right: Teacher Natalie Down, Jeremy Major from Southern Spinal Injuries Trust, Smith & Williamson’s Jackie Edmett, the Salisbury Does Strictly 2018 winners Morvah and Taylor, Strictly dancers Kristina Rihanoff and Ian Waite and Salisbury Hospice’s Paula Flower

STEPPING UP

Trethowans, MARIANA CRAWFORD answers your residential property questions Q What is a leasehold property?

A As opposed to a freehold property (i.e. house), a flat is leasehold, which means that you are only purchasing the lease of that flat for a number of years.

The event, which was supported by accountancy firm Smith & Williamson, saw 10 couples take to the dancefloor to perform their routine, with 16-year-olds Morvah and Taylor eventually winning the trophy for their perfect Paso Doble.

For more: www.smithandwilliamson.com

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PROPERTY Q&A

Strictly Come Dancing came to The Stone Hotel in Salisbury and, along with raising the roof, raised £16,500 for the Salisbury Hospice Charity and the Southern Spinal Injuries Trust.

Strictly royalty Ian Waite and Kristina Rihanoff performed a range of dances and judged a competition for the Salisbury Does Strictly glitter ball on 10 March.

Q How long are they normally for?

A The standard term for lease is 150 years but it can vary.

Q Does the amount paid stay the same?

A Accordingly, the lease term reduces each year.

Q What, if anything, do leases stipulate?

A Most leases will contain ‘positive’ obligations to maintain and repair the flat and to contribute towards the maintenance and repair of the whole block. The lease will also contain various ‘negative’ obligations such as ‘not to use the property as other than a private dwelling’.

For more: www.trethowans.com

MOVERS, SHAKERS, ETC

Left to right: Julia’s House fundraiser Sophie Sinclair, volunteer Sash Von Rappard and volunteer co-ordinator June Jones

HOME HELP

NEW DEAN

SOLDIERING ON

Children’s hospice charity Julia’s House has appealed to the people of Wiltshire to pledge just three hours of their time. June Jones, volunteer co-ordinator for the charity, explains, “With lots of summer fundraising events coming up, it would be fantastic to be know we have a pool of lovely people we can call on for help.” www.juliashouse.org

On the 28 March, The Queen approved the nomination of Reverend Canon Nicholas Papadopulos to the Deanery of Salisbury. Canon Nicholas says, “I fell in love with this place early on in my ministry. It will be so good to get to know, and to work with, the fantastic, gifted team here”. www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

A recent fundraising event held by Alabaré’s ambassadors, helped to raise over £3,000 for their Wiltshire Homes for Veterans service. The evening event at St. Francis¹ Church Salisbury saw Lt Col Maynard talk about how troops were deployed to prepare and repair the British Virgin Islands after the hurricanes of 2017. www.alabare.co.uk

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PROPERTY

SHOWCASE

THANKS IN PART TO ITS ELECTRIFYING PAST, THIS HOME COULD OFFER ITS NEW OWNERS A BRIGHT FUTURE

ELECTRIC DREAMS ELSIE CHADWICK explores a beautiful Figsbury home that will always be current

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here are some properties that will just set you alight – and this Figsbury home is one of them, not least because of its illustrious past. It was once a home to the West of England’s very own Italian wireless pioneer, Guglielmo Marconi. The inventor and electrical engineer, who is known for his pioneering work on long range radio transmission, stayed at the property shortly after returning to the UK from the US in the early 1900s. He carried out his benchwork from the annexe referred to as the ‘Marconi Lodge’ and travelled extensively around the West Country developing his communications system.

Nowadays the colonial style property lights up in other ways. Nestled in nearly eight acres, it was built during the late 1890s with Flemish bond brick elevations beneath a substantial tiled roof. The attractive veranda surrounds the property converging at the rear into a large loggia, ideal for summer entertaining and with part of a two storey extension added by the present owners.

The surprisingly spacious accommodation is tastefully presented throughout and features elegant reception rooms, peppered with original features including traditional radiators, deep skirtings and coving.

The large central reception hall has a full height ceiling, a galleried landing and a staircase rising to first floor. Double doors lead into the impressive formal dining room, with another door leading into the perfect for further inventions, drawing room. This is a stunning triple aspect room with an imposing open brick fireplace with inset herringbone brickwork and decorative tiling, large raised stone hearth, housing log burning stove, exposed oak beam above and the glazed double doors to rear aspect opening onto veranda and garden.

There’s the updated sunny and bright kitchen/breakfast room, three luxurious bedroom suites, as well as recently

Clockwise from top left: Large and bright lounge; granite topped kitchen island; space for casual family dining; nearly eight acres of land surrounds the property

HOUSE NUMBERS

3,260 internal sq ft

7.94 acres

5

paddocks

POA guide price

5

bedrooms

installed double glazed windows and doors on the ground floor. A separate building accessed from the veranda provides the fourth bedroom suite/annexe – which is known as the Marconi Lodge.

The property is set back from the road and approached via a long driveway; total privacy is enjoyed in the garden, paddocks, stable yard and manège and from many vantage points, there are wonderful far reaching views with fabulous sunsets to the west. There’s a wide splayed entrance off road with post and rail fencing to either side leads onto long tarmacadam driveway bordered on both sides by tall hedging and mature trees which includes laurel, beech, pine and conifers.

The driveway rises to electric timber double gates and opens onto an extremely spacious gravelled driveway, screened to one side by hedging and mature trees and to the other by sloping lawned area with ornamental birch and beech trees. There’s box hedging to the front and a veranda surrounding the property. There’s a track rising to stable yard and land and a gravelled courtyard garden to south side of the property with a fruit-bearing cherry tree. To the northern side, the wide gravelled and grass approach leads into the rear garden with a sun-trap patio area, ornamental tree and steps rising onto the immaculate lawn with three silver birch trees.

The twin five bar gates open onto five paddocks, with three paddocks nearest the yard interspersed with trees and overlooking the house and gardens and the two larger paddocks enjoying glorious far reaching views across the Wiltshire farmland and countryside.

Maybe thanks in part to its electrifying past, this home could offer its new owners a bright future.

For more: Evans & Partridge, High St, Stockbridge. tel: 01264 810702; www.evansandpartridge.co.uk

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S A L I S B U RY L I V E S

Q&A

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rancesca Mclean is an illustrator who works primarily in gouache and ink stamps to create illustrations and pattern designs inspired by nature. These illustrations are transferred to products such as greetings cards, prints and ceramics. She also has a love of typography, and combines modern calligraphy with her illustration to design stationary. Francesca also runs workshops in modern calligraphy around the South West.

I grew up in the lovely village of Winterslow, Salisbury, and later moved to Pitton just down the road.

I wasn’t a straight A student and struggled with the academic subjects, but I had two subjects that I absolutely loved and looked forward to every day – art, along with design and technology.

The first piece of art I recall being really proud of was created when I was about nine. I was at Farley All Saints Primary school, and we had an art project looking at Van Gogh’s Sunflowers. We all painted a pot of flowers, and it was the first finished painting I ever produced with real thought and influence, and my parents still have it framed and on the wall today.

I am lucky enough to have parents who supported me and advised, ‘Just do what you enjoy and it will lead you to a career you will love’. I knew I loved art, particularly drawing.

I discovered a degree called ‘Drawing and Applied Arts’ in Bristol, which suited me down to the ground and allowed me to explore drawing as a discipline.

FRANCESCA MCLEAN

Francesca talks about her love of illustration, design and calligraphy, meeting David Attenborough and the Larmer Tree Festival I admire drawing that communicates messages and narrative, which has naturally lead me to Illustration.

him, but when I got to meet him, he took the time to ask me my name and how my day was going – he made me so happy!

My biggest inspiration is the illustrator Charley Harper. I remember when I first discovered his work, being baffled that it wasn’t a digital illustration, but actually paintings from the 1960s. He uses symmetry and pattern beautifully in his work, combined with flat, bold colour with subtle textures.

I have a walking stick with has lots of carved illustrations on it from my great grandfather. It’s been passed down to me and I feel honoured. I’ve also held on to letters and cards from my grandmother; the handwriting is so beautiful I can’t bear to part with them. It’s such a pleasure to receive a hand written letter or card – for this reason I love to write in calligraphy and why so many want to learn.

In 2016 I completed an MA in Illustration from Camberwell College of Arts, which allowed me to hone in on my illustration skills.

Whilst in London I also learnt modern calligraphy which sparked a new passion. Typography has an intrinsic relationship with illustration, and I love to combine the two, and create designs that have aesthetically pleasing type, as well as the illustration itself.

My first commission was illustrating sign language for a baby sensory booklet. It was so exciting to be making money from drawing.

My motto would be, ‘It’s not the pen, it’s the hand that holds it’. This is something that is so relevant to being a successful freelancer. You can have all the tools you need but it’s the drive and determination of the person that’s using the tools that makes a small business successful.

I met David Attenborough at a book signing in Bristol when I was a student. It was for Life in Cold Blood, and we queued up for about two hours. We were told not to make small talk with

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A group of us go to the brilliant Larmer Tree festival every year, and this year I will be running a sign-writing workshop there, which I’m really excited about.

One day I’d love have my own large studio space with areas to run workshops from too.

The last meal out I had was a yummy Thai meal at the Greyhound Inn Broughton for my boyfriend Jamie’s birthday. It’s pretty cool that they have an open kitchen where you can see the chef at work.

My tourist tip would be to head straight to Fisherton Mill for coffee and cake. Follow this by a trip to the New Art Centre in Winterslow, a sculpture park and gallery, which has stunning exhibits set within beautiful gardens, a true hidden gem of Salisbury.

For more: Francesca Mclean Illustration, tel: 07841 031694; www.francescamclean.com

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