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Contents JANUARY ‘26

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PROMOTION

The best of EVERYTHING

With a new look and new management, The Rivelin Inn offers a warm welcome, homecooked food - and envious views. s far as the views go, the ones from The Rivelin Inn take some beating.

The historic pub, which dates back to the mid 19th century, sits part way up a hill on Tofts Lane, Stannington, and affords far-reaching vistas over the Rivelin Valley.

It’s a fantastic spot and perhaps no surprise that it’s hugely popular with walkers as well as those from the local area. But, following a recent takeover and refurbishment, it’s also attracting people

views, but for the homecooked food too.

The Rivelin had been closed from June to November 2025 before reopening under the careful stewardship of Matthew Begley, whom you may recognise from the Walkley Cottage, which Matt ran for over four years.

The spacious country pub has been updated inside and out, with a good size dining room, tap room and outside space.

It’s the type of place that’s cosy in winter but affords plenty of space in summer months. There’s plenty of parking in a car

As part of the relaunch and a new focus

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on food, Matt brought in new head chef Mark Gatty who has devised lunch and dinner menus, as well as Sunday lunch,

familiarity.

For lunch there’s a good choice of sandwiches and sharing plates as well as hearty starters and main courses including

pie. All main courses are £9.95 between 12-5pm.

Dinner offers some of those familiar favourites but also adds dishes such as ribeye steak (£28), served with cherry tomatoes, mushroom, onion rings and chunky chips; pie of the day (£17.95); lamb shank (£20.95), slow cooked with rosemary mash; and sea bass (£22.95), served with sauteed potatoes and greens.

Desserts are all homemade and include options such as crumble of the day (served with warm custard), sticky toffee pudding and chocolate brownie.

There’s been a revamp behind the bar too with new beer ranges, including local

updated wine menu.

“The menu is continually evolving but we make as much in-house as possible,” said Matt. “It’s been a fast start but we’re

in 2026. It’s a beautiful spot and we have plenty of room.”

These plans for 2026 include the introduction of themed nights, which will be mainly food-focused, as well as a weekly quiz night. As Matt did at his previous location, he will be raising money for local charities, such as the S6 Foodbank, through these.

Whether you’re looking for a cosy pub meal or somewhere to stop off for a drink after a walk as the weather starts to improve, add the new-look Rivelin to your list. Come for the views but stay for the food.

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Shoulder of Mutton PUB AND DINING

Celebrate

NASTL – a good chooice

at the Shoulder of Mutton Saturday 14th Febuary & throughout the weekend.

Trevor Langley heads to Austrria for this month’’ss selections.

ustria has a wine pproducingg historyy datting back many centuries. Numerous people have foundd the delights of Austrian wines whilst holidaying theere, maybe perhaps visiting or working in Austria. I searcheed for an Austrian company that offfers an excellent range of qualitty wines – be it someone’s preference for red, white, sparkling or o a ‘pink’ one. many Weingut Nastl is a major producer of wines, including i award-winning productions and islocated in the Kamptal region of the country, with the winery being situ uated in Langenlois. Nastl winemaking has a history from m 1656 and, today, the company very much participates in thhe reductions of interventions, to produce afffordable, outstandingg wines, with quality and attractive presentations. Gravity is uutilised, to a great advantage, in their winemaking process, furtherring reduced interventions.

Nestl Muskateller (12.5% vol) is produced w with grapes that have grown on vines which have their vine anceestors dating from ancient times. The vines from this varietal have had a lot of increased plantings in recent years. This whitte wine is very nt of meals. popular for pre-dining and at the commencemen Nastl Riesling (10% vol) is a further, often seelected, white

popularity. on the palate, which is offf-dry, attribute to this wine’s w Nastl Zweigelt Rosé (12.5% vol) I found fruiity, with a hint

Nastl VelKam rot (12.5% vol), may I suggesst, for a red wine.

This dry production balances its fruity overtones throughout, d wine, as a good from the bouquet to the palate. An excellent red ‘all-rounder’ which pairs with casseroles and red meats very well.

The Nastl family pride themselves on committment and h standard. The dedication, producing delectable wines to a high traditional Austrian on-site restaurant, plus tastinngs and tours, are further very popular features of the winery.

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For all details, information and of other wines too, t including stockists, please contact and/or visit their most informative and interesting website. Online orrd dering is availablee and easyy, with

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WELLNESS

Far surpassing the offerings of a traditional spa holiday, this rising trend sees health-conscious travellers seeking out destinations that seamlessly blend luxury travel with science-backed health optimisation and specialised medical care.

Fuelled by a global shift toward preventative medicine and longevity, these sophisticated retreats offer comprehensive programmes that can include advanced diagnostic testing, biohacking therapies, personalised nutrition, and traditional holistic healing – all delivered within a restorative, destination-based environment.

Here, we look at facilities around the country that offer this kind of retreat.

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Rewilded Retreats

Rock Mill Retreat

Revive and strengthen in the heart of the Peak District National Park at Rock Mill Retreat. Facilities include medical-grade photobiomodulation therapy, saunas, photon lights, gym, PEMF mats, inversion table and an EMF-free double bedroom that boasts direct access to a balcony, and a double sofa located in the living room.

Photobiomodulation therapy (PBM) is a non-thermal treatment that uses red and near-infrared light from lasers or LEDs to promote tissue repair, relieve pain,

Rock Mill Retreat can be booked for either overnight stays (accommodation and private access to all wellness facilities); or on an hourly basis (private access to all wellness facilities; no access to accommodation facilities).

Visit www.rockmillretreat.co.uk

This Buxton-based centre offers a range of boutique retreats tailored to suit, whether you are a couple celebrating, a business reconnecting or best friends escaping.

Rediscover yourself with forest bathing, ancient caves, wild swims and moonlit walks to wild dinners

host of nature-inspired interactive workshops designed to rekindle creativity and connection, with relaxing treatments to soothe the body and mind.

Rewilded Retreats has been founded around genuine desire to help people to reconnect with themselves through nature. As such, every care has been taken to ensure that the experiences are delivered with deep respect and reverence to people and our planet,

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Forest Retreats

Established in 2015, Forest Retreats is an eco-retreat centre overlooking The Wye Valley. Hosts Hayley and Tom run yoga and wellbeing retreats, yoga classes and corporate wellness days as well as hosting other retreats and training.

Shinrin Yoku is the Japanese art of Forest Bathing and is one of the most popular therapies. Evidence suggests that Shinrin Yoku

natural antidepressant.

Also offered, msage treatments help release tension, improve circulation, reduce stress and improve the recovery of soft tissue injuries.

Weekly yoga classes are themed, topical and include Asana (postures), Pranayma (breathwork) and meditation.

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Wheston Retreat Centre

Wheston is rooted in the ‘Aloha spirit’ and provides healing retreats for trauma, anxiety and depression.

The healing retreats integrate powerful and time-honoured practices such as Ho’oponopono, Huna, mindfulness, meditation, Polyvagal Theory, breathwork, autophagy, and subtle energy healing—all woven together by the nurturing philosophy of the Aloha Spirit.

These retreats are designed not just to ease symptoms of anxiety, depression, and trauma, but to nurture the whole person, empowering you to align mind, body, and spirit for lasting well-being.

The powerful four-day Ho’oponopono retreat designed to help you release old patterns, reconnect with your inner child, and experience the profound wisdom of this sacred Hawaiian healing tradition. Rooted in forgiveness, cleansing, and renewal, this healing retreat offers a safe and supportive space to clear emotional blockages, ease anxiety and depression, and restore balance to your mind, body, and spirit. ! " ! www.whestonhealthretreat.com

Tranquil Waters Health & Float Retreat Tranquil Waters Retreats bring together holistic therapies, energy work, and science-backed wellness to guide you through deep healing, emotional release, and authentic transformation.

The Newark-based centre offers day and overnight retreats for groups and individuals as well as therapy and spa days.

A day retreat of holistic therapy can include treatments such as ice baths, breathwork, guided meditation and gong baths whilst the overnight therapies include healing from within, spiritual awakening and biohacking. ! ! " " " " ! " ! " ! " ! ! " ! wave cellular healing, reiki, massage, ice baths, oxygen therapy and more.

Float therapy is deep relaxation in warm, salt-rich water—free from light and sound—easing stress, soothing aches, and calming the mind.

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The Retreat at Oakmead

Oakmead comprises there separate areas - Studio, Sanctuary and the Retreat.

The Studio is the place to escape from day-to-day stresses of life and offers classes covering yoga, breathwork, full moon circles, and cacao ceremonies - a powerful but gentle healing plant medicine, which has been named as the ‘Well-being Remedy’. It has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety, bring clarity into the minds of those that drink her.

Holistic therapy meets luxury at The Sanctuary with six distinct treatments meticulously designed to rejuvenate the body, mind, and spirit. Therapeutic grade essential oils, carefully selected for their healing properties, envelop you in a comforting embrace, while gentle energy healing fosters a sense of balance and connection to your inner self. #"! " ! ! " " " "! ! " wellness, business led, healing holidays or simply a time to relax and recharge. The Retreat at Oakmead is a utopian location for any style of retreat, designed to improve your emotional and mental wellbeing and withdraw from the strains and stresses of everyday life.

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These precious stones aren’t just limited to a dark red colour but come in a variety of

arnet is best known as a dark red gemstone, found in almost every jeweller’s shop window, often in relatively affordable silver or 9ct gold dress jewellery. However, garnet is actually the name for a whole family of gems in a variety of different colours, some of which are far more valuable, and amongst the most desirable of coloured gemstones.

of garnet used in jewellery: pyrope, almandine, spessartite, grossular, and andradite.

Red garnets are a mixture of pyrope and almandine, varying in colour from brownish- to orangish-red, and are found abundantly in many areas of the world.

In antique jewellery, many of the dark red stones are ‘Bohemian garnet’ sourced from what is now the Czech Republic; this was especially popular in the mid-19th century, items being set with large numbers of the gem to stunning effect.

Such pieces can be collectible today.

A popular mixture of pyrope and almandine is the purplish-red rhodolite garnet, which has a very attractive, raspberry hue. While small stones are very accessible in

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silver jewellery, this variety is particularly sought after in larger sizes and may be seen in more costly pieces of jewellery.

Moving into orange and golden hues,

oranges are sometimes known as ‘Mandarin garnet’, and are one of the most desirable varieties, particularly in larger sizes and with good clarity. These have increased in price substantially in recent years.

Another orange, golden to brown garnet is hessonite, which is a variety of grossular garnet. This can sometimes look very similar to spessartite, but often has a quite distinctive ‘treacly’ internal appearance caused by numerous crystal inclusions, and consequently reduced transparency.

The most popular variety of grossular garnet is Tsavorite, a bright green stone found around the Kenya-Tanzania border.

Tsavorite receives its colour from traces of chromium and vanadium, the same elements that give emerald its characteristic bright green hue, and its intense colour is very similar.

of which can be amongst the most valuable garnets. Originally discovered in Russia in the 19th century, and named for their diamond-like appearance, their green hue is often more muted than Tsavorite, rather

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Celebrating a century

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