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A Word from the Editor Thank you for helping us celebrate our sixth birthday!

Yes, it’s six years we’ve been publishing the Carlisle Guide magazine, showcasing all that is great in the city. And of course, with the countdown to Christmas getting underway, there’s plenty to unwrap in this issue.

As autumn draws in, you’ll notice that the city centre has been given an extra touch of sparkle. Glowing right through from October until February, tree-lined avenues of light are creating that special winter shopping atmosphere and hopefully encouraging everyone to support local businesses. With over 48,000 winter lights illuminating the city centre, Carlisle shines bright at this time of year.

It looks set to be another cracking season as all the annual festivities return, kicking off with the highly-anticipated lights switch-on, on Sunday 19 November and soon after, the magical Christmas markets. Not to mention all of the music, pantos and general Yuletide entertainment coming up.

But to keep the festive fatigue at bay, we’ve got a healthy dose of our usual juicy features too. From puppet theatres to rock clubs, we celebrate some inspiring local ventures, catch up with talented creatives and get a glimpse of the extraordinary Roman remains uncovered at Carlisle Cricket Club.

I’d also like to take this opportunity to mention Carlisle Foodbank, who are looking for seasonal donations from the community (think advent calendars and festive fare), to go to local families over the holiday. Turn to page 75 to find out how you can give something back this year. Let’s make sure everyone has a very Merry Christmas.

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F E AT U R E S

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CARLISLE REMEMBERS

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E D W I N TA L B O T

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C H A S I N G PA P E R

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EMBERS BURNING BRIGHT

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carlisle remembers his year, a series of commemorative events will be held in Carlisle and surrounding areas in the build up to Remembrance Sunday.

All of the events taking place over the next month, have been organised by the Royal British Legion, with the support of Carlisle City Council. The Royal British Legion is the national custodian of Remembrance, a role which ensures that those who gave their lives for peace and freedom are remembered. The charity has been responsible for organising national, regional and local ceremonies of Remembrance to reflect the nation’s concern that the human cost of war should not be forgotten.

The act of observing a two minute silence began in 1919 following the Armistice at 11.00am on 11 November 1918, at the end of the WWI. In 1921, the year the Legion was formed, ‘Armistice Day’ was formally adopted as the national day of Remembrance. The Legion was charged in its Royal Charter with organising ‘Festivals of Remembrance services’ and parades to perpetuate the memory of sacrifices made during Service with our Armed Forces in war and peace.

“It is about learning from the past and resolving to make the world a better place to live in the future.”

Remembrance is not just about those who fought in the two World Wars of the last century, but also about those involved in the many conflicts worldwide since 1945 and those still fighting today. It is about learning from the past and resolving to make the world a better place to live in the future.

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Laying of Poppy Crosses on War Graves Thursday, 9 November,10.45am Young Persons’ Armistice Service Friday, 10 November, 11am Armistice Day - National Silence Saturday, 11 November, 11am Remembrance Sunday - City Memorial Sunday, 12 November, 11am The County Remembrance Service Sunday 12 November, 2.30pm

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BADGE OF HONOUR WEEPING WINDOW A Carlisle man has designed an exclusive football badge to commemorate the Fallen this Remembrance Day. One hundred of the Carlisle United badges, which feature the club’s crest surrounded by the words “Lest we forget” and “We will remember”, sold out in just 27 hours. The badges have proved so popular that the man behind them, Scott Charter, had to order another hundred, after being inundated with interest on Facebook.

Scott said: “Carlisle United has a big fanbase in and around the city and there’s a lot of military people who live or have lived in Carlisle as well. I just thought I would combine them both together.”

Having always loved football and collected badges from every ground he visited, Scott has been designing his own hooligan badges for the past three years and selling them on Facebook to friends and fans.

Carlisle Castle will host an iconic poppy installation next year.

As part of the final year of 14-18 NOW’s UK tour of the iconic poppies, Weeping Window, will be on display at Carlisle Castle from 23 May to 8 July 2018.

Throughout the First World War, Carlisle Castle was the headquarters for the Border Regiment, one of the oldest in the British Army. The poppy sculpture will be displayed from the top of the keep, arching over the inner ward wall and cascading down into the outer ward of the castle complex, an area which incorporates the military barracks and parade ground where troops were housed and trained in preparation for front-line combat in the First World War. A total of 23,000 recruits passed through the castle during the war.

He explained: “They’re very popular.

A lot of people still want them and there’s a lot of fans out there who collect them. I think people connect the badges to the early days, in the 80s, when you used to wear them. I only usually make 100 of each design because I want to keep them exclusive.”

Scott expects that the second batch of badges will also sell out quickly. However, he plans to keep one back and put it up for auction once they’ve gone, giving all the proceeds to the Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal.

Andrea Selley, Historic Properties Director of English Heritage North said: “With the role Carlisle Castle played in the history of the north west and its extraordinary military legacy, we are privileged to host the Poppies here in Carlisle.

English Heritage is truly honoured to be part of this very special arts programme and particularly to be involved in the last year of the national Poppies tour.”

Weeping Window is part of the installation Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red, by artist Paul Cummins and designer Tom Piper. The installation was originally at HM Tower of London from August to November 2014 where 888,246 poppies were displayed, one for every British or Colonial life lost at the Front during the First World War. Andrea added: “We know that the sculptures and the ethos of connecting people with the First World War will resonate with our visitors, and these 47 days with the Poppies on site will be seen as the next chapter in Carlisle’s history.”

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A gift that’s for life, not just for Christmas

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s opposed to watching loved ones unwrap novelty socks on Christmas morning, why not give them a gift that they’ll love for a lifetime?

While the socks are inevitably tossed aside and forgotten about before anyone has even sat down for Christmas dinner, a piece of original art is the gift that keeps on giving.

Carlisle art gallery, Edwin Talbot are encouraging Christmas shoppers to consider investing in a work of art for their loved ones this year. Over the last 18 months the gallery has worked hard to build strong relationships with a variety of artists of local, national and even international acclaim. The work on offer ranges from contemporary and abstract to fine art and floral and the iconic Graham Twyford Carlisle prints; from a traditional lakeland landscape for mum and dad, to playful pieces perfect for the little one’s bedroom.

Gallery Owner, Ben Heslop, who believes art is the perfect gift for everyone, said: “Art is such a personal thing that if someone falls in love with a piece, they will really cherish it.”

And just in time for Christmas, an initiative set up by Arts Council England is making original art accessible to everyone and every budget too. In place at the Edwin Talbot gallery, the Own Art scheme makes buying art easy and affordable.

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There is no deposit to put down and payment is made in 10 instalments over 10 months with 0% interest.

The reasoning behind Own Art is to encourage people to view art as a viable purchase and to support living artists who are making a career from creating original art. As Ben explained: “There is genuinely no catch. Arts Council England are funding this as part of their work to help promote artists in the UK, they are not trying to make money, so there is no cost to the customer.

“All of our original art is for sale in this way, you simply come in, see something you like and walk away with the piece of art that day.”

It’s not surprising then, that the scheme has proved popular so far, Ben added: “It suddenly turns it into the price of what people spend on coffee each month, or a gym membership.

As opposed to that initial outlay, which can sometimes be a barrier, this makes it far more manageable.”

Aside from the cost, one of the biggest barriers Ben finds preventing people from purchasing art is what they believe to be a “lack of knowledge”. But actually, there really is nothing to know. Buying art for enjoyment - which most are - raises only one question, do you love the piece or not?

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Ben said: “I love art because when you look at a piece, for whatever reason, it just makes you smile, remember, or simply lights something inside your brain, it gives you many different feelings inside and it will continue to do that. Even if you can’t explain exactly why you enjoy looking at it, that is the piece of art for you, that is what you want in your house to brighten up your day.”

When the perfect piece has been picked, the gallery also offers picture framing services to add the finishing touches.

But with the team are already working round the clock like Santa’s elves, to make sure the gifts ready in time for Christmas, Ben advised: “If people want framing, it’s best to get it in nice and early so we can guarantee we’ll get it done.

The art is a bit different, if we’ve got it on the walls people can come in and buy it right up to Christmas Eve, all we have to do is wrap it up.”

Take note, anyone who has left it until the last minute again.

This year, watch them unwrap a gift that’s for life, not just for Christmas.

To find out more about the Own Art scheme visit www.edwintalbot.co.uk

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Carlisle’s Christmas Countdown

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he city is all set for another cracking festive season.

As the countdown gets into full swing, Carlisle will celebrate with a Christmas calendar jolly enough to bring seasonal cheer to even the sternest of Scrooge.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and all the annual festivities will return as the city collectively embarks on the countdown to Christmas, from the highly-anticipated light switch-on, to the bustling Christmas markets. With over 48,000 lights illuminating the city centre, Carlisle shines bright throughout the festive season.

Cllr Anne Quilter, Portfolio holder for Culture, Heritage and Leisure, said: “A wide variety of city-centre events and car parking promotions are lined-up to boost the city’s Christmas spirit in the countdown to Christmas.”

Christmas Light Switch-On Sunday 19 November

Festivities will kick off with the annual Light Switch-On, taking place on Sunday 19 November, from 2pm - 5.30pm.

Once again, organised by Carlisle City Council, this free event brings open-air entertainment for all ages. The starstudded stage, outside the Old Town Hall, will welcome an impressive line-up of big name acts as well as showcasing a host of local talent, singers and performers. The event will see the city centre transformed into a hive of excitement, as hundreds don their big coats to mark the start of Carlisle’s official countdown to Christmas.

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Carlisle Christmas Markets Thursday 23 November - Sunday 3 December

The city’s popular Christmas markets will be returning this year with a concoction of international fare, handcrafted Yuletide gifts and enough mulled wine to get cheeks glowing. From Thursday 23 November to Sunday 3 December the city centre will be decked out in authentic wooden stalls and twinkling Christmas lights, with an array of locally produced gifts, crafts and festive food and drink on offer.

Lanes Late Night Taste Event Thursday 23 November

To kick off the late night shopping, The Lanes Shopping Centre has teamed up with Taste Cumbria to offer Christmas shoppers an evening of food, drink, fashion and entertainment - with free prosecco too. On Thursday 23 November, the Lanes will host a selection of local stalls and demos, with a fashion showcase and beauty demonstrations to inspire Christmas party looks.

And to give everyone a head start with the Christmas shopping, the Lanes will be open for late night shopping every Thursday from 23 November to 21 December.

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Winter Wonderland and Santa’s Grotto

Saturday 16 - Thursday 21 December If the kids don’t manage to catch Father Christmas at the Festive Fun Day, there’s a chance to meet Santa himself in the city’s very own Winter Wonderland from Saturday 16 to Thursday 21 December. Anyone desperate to find out if they’re on the naughty or nice list this year, can visit the jolly, fat man in his glittering grotto and meet his little helpers on a magical journey through a sparkling, festive extravaganza.

Festive Fun Day at the Market Hall Saturday 9 December

The Victorian Covered Market Hall is all set for a Festive Fun Day of it’s own and everyone is invited to join in the seasonal celebrations. Local stallholders will put on their best Christmas get-ups as they compete in categories including “Best Seasonally Decorated Stall” and “Best Dressed Tenants”. Children’s entertainers will be there to light up the faces of the little ones, who might even get a glimpse of Santa and his friends. And for the adults? It’s worth a visit for the popular Market Hall Christmas Voucher Draw..

Carols at Christmas Friday 2 December, 6.30pm

Morton Community Centre's festive event. A carol service, followed by mulled wine and mince pies.

Christmas Remembrance Service Saturday 9 December, 3pm

At the Crematorium Chapel. All proceeds to the Mayor’s Charity Fund.

Christmas Carol Parade Thursday 14 December, 6.15pm

This popular event at St Cuthbert’s Church will also include carol singing in the city centre followed by a Hog Roast in the historic Tithe Barn. Tickets for the Hog Roast will available on the night of the event.

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Emma Boyes: Chasing Paper

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ith a magic touch, the every-day becomes extraordinary.

It’s hard to believe that the mesmerising creations scattered across this page started life as just a single sheet of paper.

With a little imagination, a sharp scalpel - and the patience of a saint - a piece of paper can be completely transformed into a work of eye-catching art. It was for this reason, that one artist fell in love with the craft of paper cutting.

When Emma Boyes first put scalpel to paper in 2010, mainly to keep the maternity leave boredom at bay, she never expected it to take on a life of its own. Almost eight years later, she is a full time paper artist, working from her studio at home in Penrith.

“I’ve always had a bit of an obsession with paper.”

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Emma said: “I’ve always had a bit of an obsession with paper.

I had the tools already, so it was just luck really. I was looking for something to keep me sane and I picked up a piece of paper and a scalpel and started playing.”

Having always been creative Emma was always felt discouraged from pursuing art, being told there was “no money or career in it” she instead studied design at university. She was working as a designer but still trying to find her calling when she took maternity leave to have her daughter, she explained: “I always knew I would have to do something that was creative, but I’ve tried doing different things and never been able to put 100 per cent into it.

“When I was on maternity it was the first opportunity in my life where I had time away from actual work, to think about what it was I wanted to do. It was my shot and I had to make it work, that was what pushed me to do it.”

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When Emma gave the paper cut to her friend as a gift, everything spiralled from there. Although make no mistake, it has been a labour of love. She added: “It’s been something that I’ve really had to work at, it’s only in the last two or three years that I’ve been earning enough money to call it my full time job. But it’s perfect because it has fit in around family life.”

Since that first paper cut, she has now made over 500 of them for customers, each one bespoke. Emma gets to know her clients personally in order to create each unique commission, she said: “With the personal pieces, they are usually made as a gift for somebody, so I ask them questions and get all the information from the customer. I like the idea that what I’m creating for them is completely original, there’ll never ever be anything like it in the world again.”

A member of the Paper Artists Collective - for those not in the know, it’s an invitation-only, international community of paper artists - Emma exhibited her work for the first time, in London last year. This led to commercial commissions from companies including Fossil (Watch Station International) and the international paper company, G F Smith, for whom she created a London landmark out of paper for their global conference.

“The thrill of getting to the end of something and not having made a mistake and seeing the transformation is really rewarding.”

Emma has not long finished filming in Devon for Kirstie’s Homemade Christmas, to be broadcast on Channel 4 in December, for which she was selected to join some of the UK’s most talented crafters in front of the camera. She is also working on an outdoor light structure, inspired by her paper cutting technique, for this year’s Durham Lumiere festival. As well, of course, as creating her own original masterpieces which she exhibits and sells online.

Emma admitted: “It was never meant to happen it was just one of those things that took on a life of its own.”

But as long as there’s paper to play with, she’s not complaining. She added: “It just fascinates me. It looks like nothing and yet it can be absolutely everything. It’s magic.” www.emmaboyespapercutartandillustration.com

Emma who can spend weeks working on one piece, said: “I find it really interesting, I literally just have a single sheet of flimsy paper and by drawing out a picture and using a sharp scalpel it can be completely transformed into something different. It looks so delicate, but actually it’s surprisingly strong.

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ucked away in the unsuspecting setting of Hutton in the Forest, is one of only four puppet theatres in England.

For the last five years, Upfront Puppet Theatre has been putting smiles on faces of all ages, with the unique experience of puppet shows that are so rarely found today.

Located at Upfront Arts Venue, which celebrated its 20th anniversary this year, the puppet theatre started life in a small, 80 seat performance space in the art gallery. Proving a hit with audiences and local schools, in 2012 Upfront Puppet Theatre was founded as a notfor-profit company. The charity has since received £90,000 from Arts Council England, European funding and a further £20,000 raised by local people. This combined generosity has funded the build of a brand new theatre building, a fully equipped space for puppet performance and a fruitful resource for the local area.

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The one pulling the strings, theatre designer John Parkinson has held a lifelong ambition to build a puppet theatre, he explained: “I think masks and puppets have always fascinated me because they are a way of helping people to suspend their disbelief, they want to believe in them and enter the magic world.”

John continued: “I had a puppet theatre when I was at school, with marionettes. I loved the way people would warm to them and seemed to believe they were real. When I was a young person, it enabled me to build a whole little theatre, because I loved the arts.”

John, who trained at the English National Opera, has worked as a theatre designer all over the north of England and would design puppets into the shows wherever he could. For a long time, John was part of the original Blue Box theatre in Keswick and it was there that he fell in love with Cumbria, he said: “While I was there I thought a puppet theatre would be great, because it’s something good for younger people to do - if your mum and dad have taken you up mountains all day, how lovely to then have the possibility of going to see a puppet show.”

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John moved to Cumbria with his wife Elaine, a former teacher and they opened the Upfront Arts Venue. Their puppet theatre is unique in that, as well as a large pit in the floor for rod puppets to be operated from below, the two bridges - which span the space and allow string puppets or marionettes to be operated from above - can roll to anywhere on the stage, giving the puppets and their masters more freedom. On top of this, the space can also convert to a regular theatre which hosts music events to generate income, all of which goes straight back into the charity.

John also visits local schools giving puppet making workshops. The fact that pupils can see their creations come to life in a real-life puppet theatre adds an exciting dimension.

John believes puppets offer a great introduction to theatre for young people, he said: “When we do our after-show talks, seeing the way they are so fascinated with the puppets and how they work, is really rewarding.”

So passionate is John about inspiring the next generations of thespians, students are even trained in the building, he added: “I think we’re getting a lot of people interested in theatre, we’ve had people who have gone onto become professional practitioners in a real theatre because of their experiences here.”

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perform the puppet shows, usthe workshops on site. With costumes and set to be designed, a script to be written, lighting and special effects to be perfected, a production usually takes around two months to put together.

Right now work is well underway on the period costumes for their upcoming Christmas show, Cinderella. From the Ugly Sisters in their over-the-top ball gowns, to the magic pumpkin coach, a great deal of hard work goes into producing a spectacular show.

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John said: “As a theatre designer, the puppet theatre gives me the chance to have a whole miniature theatre, at my own house. You can build huge palaces inside a puppet theatre that you wouldn’t be able to do in a large theatre.”

But the real punch line comes from seeing the joy that the puppets can bring, he added: “I really love the look on the faces of the children and the parents and grandparents who bring them. It’s a really beautiful old fashioned art form, that doesn’t have enough heroes in this country.”

For more information visit www.up-front.com

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EMBERS BURNING BRIGHT

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Carlisle rock club receives a new lease of life.

For many of us, music goes beyond mere background noise.

For die-hard rock fans, it influences everything from our fashion choices to the company we keep. Sure, with the headphones on music can be a momentary escape from the mundanity of modern life, but it can also be the social glue that binds us together with like-minded people.

But what do you do when your cultural hub, the centre of your social interaction, is faced with closure? For one community in Carlisle, it meant banding together to save the city’s only dedicated rock club.

Situated on the Englishgate Plaza, Club Rock had been a mainstay for rock, metal and punk subcultures for the best part of a decade, where it showcased local acts from the city’s burgeoning music scene alongside regular club nights and tribute shows. However, when less-than-ideal economic conditions saw the venue facing closure, its patrons decided to form a committee charged with running the business as a non-profit community interest, with all surplus income earmarked to rejuvenate the local alternative scene.

Chloe and Tank Brownlee-Chapman, who were involved in the running of Club Rock back in 2010, have teamed up with rock aficionados Liam Stark, Jill Anderson, Becca Coy, Raz White and Rhys McCubbin as volunteer directors of the newly-launched Embers. The emphasis on continuing to provide Carlisle with a space for metalheads, rockers, punks, geeks, bikers, goths and hippies to socialise, enjoy a drink or two and take in some sounds.

Explaining the new moniker, Chloe said: “We liked the idea of something going right down to the embers, then coming alive again.

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“Embers has grown from the legacy of Club Rock, and further back from Stars and Stripes and the Twisted Wheel it was the hub for rock and metal on a local level for a long time. It was the only alternative bar that Carlisle had and when we heard it was going to be forced to close its doors we got together and decide we couldn’t let that happen.”

From here, Embers was born. It's a testament to the passion, dedication and commitment of Carlisle’s alternative community that so many people have offered their time and expertise to keep the flames of rock burning brightly in the city.

Each director brings their own talents to the table, with individuals covering everything from events management and marketing to community development and sustainability, to ensure a smooth and prolonged life for the club. On top of this, a wider committee also made up of volunteers provides support on the bar, with members also helping with general day-to-day administration and maintenance tasks.

Work is currently ongoing to improve the physical appearance of the venue, Chloe explained: “Before we reopened we spent a full crazy week refurbishing the club. We moved fixed seating areas and the DJ booth away from the stage area to make it larger. We had to address the dreaded pillar that used to block the view of bands. Thankfully this is no longer an issue.”

Embers Rock Club is now open every Thursday, Friday and Saturday evening with DJ’s playing alternative music, as well as having regular live performances, something the collective are keen to capitalise on. It’s easy to see why there’s a genuine buzz beginning to generate around the venue among musicians and rock fans alike.

It’s precisely this sort of DIY approach that is the lifeblood of the UK alternative music scene; and in an age where musicians are increasingly faced with unscrupulous “pay-to-play” gigs and showcases, it’s particularly endearing to witness a group of music lovers willing to give emerging acts a platform to perform to an established, dedicated audience.

Chloe added: “We are always looking to book new bands “This is our bread and butter. We want to be the platform to launch new bands onto the next level. We will happily take requests from bands looking for a gig via e-mail at emberscarlisle@gmail.com” With a stellar programme of events already lined up for the remainder of the year, and with even bigger and better things to come in 2018, it’s fair to say that the future for Embers is looking very bright indeed.

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treasure trove of Roman secrets has been unearthed beneath the surface of Carlisle Cricket Club.

When work began to rebuild Carlisle Cricket Club’s pavilion earlier this year, following damage during Storm Desmond, the last thing anyone expected to uncover was a wealth of Roman remains that would tell a fascinating story about the city’s rich heritage.

The discovery of a 4th century Roman bath house at the site, below Eden Bridge, came as a surprise to everyone and delighted local archeologists, politicians and the general public alike. But this was just the beginning. Beneath the soil, actually lies a whole complex, of roads and buildings, not to mention the treasure trove of artefacts dating back almost 2,000 years.

As well as Roman concrete, tiles and vaulting tubes from the roof, some of the smaller finds include pottery, jewellery, hair pins and tableware.

Dozens of coins have been dug up, all in extraordinarily good condition, which help experts identify the dates and even the Emperor at the time.

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Archaeological contractor, Wardell Armstrong are leading the evaluation of the site. The company’s Technical Director, Frank Giecco who has worked as an archeologist in Carlisle since 1994, described it as one of the best sites he has worked on, he said: “Not only in terms of the structural aspect, but it has been so finds-rich and the fact that it is local to me in Carlisle, that’s nice as well. It just reinforces how big of a city Carlisle once was.”

He continued: “The site itself it is telling us that there was a lot of money here, it was a wealthy, very high status site.

“The building is a really fine building, with painted walls, underfloor heating and heated walls. We’ve got some really nice glass, not just from the windows but from fine tableware.”

However, the most significant finds have been an Imperial stamp tile and a stone inscription, linking the site to to the Ala Petriana, the crack Roman cavalry unit once based at Stanwix. The 1000 strong cavalry fort was the biggest in the north of England and one of only six of such quality in the entire Roman Empire. The inscription reads as a tribute to Julia Domna, the mother of Roman Emperor Caracalla, who reigned from AD 198 to 217.

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Frank explained: “We know a bit about Roman Carlisle, but Stanwix was at some point more important and bigger than Carlisle itself. We knew there was likely to be something special on the Stanwix side and this is where we have proven it. It’s a nice addition that we have got the Imperial connection to it and the Ala Petriana scripture to link it with the fort in Stanwix.”

At the last archeological digs which took place in September, more than 30 volunteers from the community turn up each day to help uncover fresh finds.

Metal Detecting Cumbria The first organised dig for the Metal Detecting Cumbria group took place in west Cumbria last month.

At Yeorton Hall Farm near Beckermet - a site with strong links to viking history - metal detector and treasure enthusiast, Stuart Peacock, unearthed a Bronze Age axe. Some members of the group have gone so far as to describe it as the “dream find”.

Frank, who extended his thanks to everyone who took part, said: “All the volunteers were just fantastic..It was a pleasure to work on.”

The finds, now being restored at the Wardell Armstrong office, will either be displayed in an exhibition at the Cricket Club or with the rest of Carlisle’s Roman remains at Tullie House. What happens next is in the hands of Carlisle City Council and local businessman, Fred Story who both helped fund the cost of the dig, donating £30,000 to the project.

But the archeologist in Frank wants to keep digging, he said: “It would be lovely to see some more work done, as an archeologist you love to find more, that’s why you become one.”

Besides, he believes they have only just scratched the surface of what lies beneath the Edenside site. Frank expects a plethora of 1st and 2nd century treasure is just waiting to be discovered, if they were to just dig a little deeper.

He added: “There’s a lot of questions, the more you dig, the more you find. As an archeologist you can never stop, there’s always a question that needs answering.”

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Tales of Carlisle’s Christmas Past

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his December, step back in time with tales of Carlisle’s Christmas past, and get a rare glimpse at festive seasons gone by.

As trees are decorated and presents wrapped, one local storyteller wonders if it’s time to reconnect with where our Christmas traditions come from.

Jo Mills runs a storytelling business in Carlisle, leading walking tours around the city centre which combine intriguing stories with the area’s rich history. Her latest venture, is a festive journey into Carlisle’s Christmas past, delving into celebrations in the city through various different eras.

Based mostly in the historic quarter of town, the route will take participants through the cathedral, down Abbey Street, to the castle and then up Castle Street and into the city centre. Passing through a great deal of history, in just this one small area, from extravagant medieval banquets to solemn monastic worship and Victorian family traditions.

Jo feels we are fortunate to have examples of so many periods in such close proximity, she said: “We’ve got such a long history but because a lot of the buildings related to 20

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it aren’t here anymore, it’s very easy to just gloss over. We all know the kings and queens and who ruled at what time, but it’s the stories about everyday people that I think make history come alive.”

At this time of year in particular, it’s important to reflect, Jo continued: “Christmas is becoming so commercialised now.

It’s all about gifts and spending money, but it’s important to look at where these traditions came from to find out how people have celebrated it in the past.”

“It is the Victorians who are responsible for most of the traditions we associate with Christmas today” In preparation, Jo has been researching the Christmas traditions of times gone by. Far from the continual excess we know today, Christmas was formerly based around fasting followed by feasting. The monks in the cathedral would fast for 40 days leading up to Christmas and would feast after their services - up to eight or nine on Christmas Day depending on the generosity of those who had donated to the Church.

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Up at the Castle, the Normans would have fasted and after their service would gorge on extravagant banquets with no turkey in sight, rather, goose and venison would be on the menu, for the rich at least.

Jo will then use these anecdotes to provide the context for her fascinating stories, she explained: “I usually start with something from a book, a myth or a legend and then I expand on it myself. Quite often it grows as I’m telling it, so it’s rooted in a tradition or true story but it does tend to grow, as all good stories should.”

But with the all attentions focused on expensive gifts, drinking too much wine and eating the most turkey, it’s easy to lose sight of the real meaning of Christmas.

Jo said: “Christmas has been around for 2000 years so it’s important to reconnect with the other elements and to bring it together as being about family, our history and heritage and where our ancestors came from.”

She added: “I think it’s really important to move away from that commercial aspect and put a little bit more meaning in it.”

It is, however, the Victorians who are responsible for most of the traditions we associate with Christmas today, from the crackers on the table, to the tinsel on the tree. The tree itself was brought over from Germany by Prince Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, who then introduced the placing of presents underneath it.

Carlisle’s Tales of Christmas Past tours take place on Sundays throughout December, at 2pm and last approximately 90 minutes.

For more information and to book contact carvetiistory@gmail.com

Almost everything we think of as Christmas traditions stem from Victorian ideas and inventions, These days we might buy charity Christmas cards, but it was during the Victorian era that giving to the poor became popular. The wealthy would put gifts in Christmas boxes, which were given out to those less fortunate on Boxing Day, yes that’s where the name comes from. Not a million miles away from the modern day Shoebox Appeal.

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pay for a day

Could you Pay For a Day of Care at Jigsaw?

Every day a child spends at Jigsaw is a special day and now anyone can give 24 hours of care, fun and love to children and young adults with life limiting illnesses in Cumbria.

Jigsaw is the children’s hospice for Cumbria. From Workington to Appleby, Barrow-in-Furness to Carlisle, Jigsaw provides unique care and support to children and young adults with life limiting illnesses.The dedicated team of trained and highly skilled nurses, healthcare assistants and activity coordinators provide the individualised, complex nursing and therapeutic support each child and young adult needs.

In order to pay for one whole day of care, support and activities, the charity needs to raise £2,126.46.

A new scheme, Pay For a Day allows members of the public to pay for the entire running costs of the children’s hospice services for a whole 24 hours. Volunteers can choose the day and how to raise or donate the funds needed. Pay For a Day is a unique opportunity for every individual, family, company or organisation in Cumbria to make a real, immediate contribution to the care of the most vulnerable children in our community.

There are a number of ways to Pay For a Day of Jigsaw’s care, including making a donation, taking part or setting up fundraising events, giving through a company and being part of a group that raises the money.

Marketing Officer for Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Andrew Maddison said: “There’s no time limit in which you need to raise £2,126.46 and equally no limit to the number of day’s care you can choose to pay for. The Jigsaw fundraising team will give you all of the support and encouragement you need to make your fundraising enjoyable, successful and rewarding.”

Any day members of the community choose to pay for will be a unique day at Jigsaw, where children and families will experience the unique care and create memories that last a lifetime.

Those who Pay for a Day will receive a personalised, framed certificate celebrating the day, a permanent thank you at Jigsaw inscribed in the Book of Days, recognition on Jigsaw’s social media pages and website and a personal visit to the children’s hospice.

To find out more about Pay for a Day visit www. jigsawhospice.org or contact the Fundraising Team on 01228 810801 or email fundraising@jigsawhospice.org

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ust as it should be, at Tarn Road Nursery, family is at the heart of Christmas.

From choosing the tree together, to sipping hot chocolate while it is freshly chopped down, a trip to the Brampton garden centre is about a true Christmas experience.

The centrepiece of the celebrations, nothing brings festive cheer like thoughts of baubles dangling and lights twinkling on the tree. But with the abundance of artificial versions out there, the joy that a real tree can bring at Christmas often gets overlooked. At Tarn Road Nursery however, picking the Christmas tree is a special occasion in itself.

While there are pre-cut trees to choose from, what makes a real treat, is venturing into the forest as a family and choosing the perfect one fresh from the floor.

Will said: “We try and source locally as much as we can, we make everything on site and we’re hoping that come spring time we will be planting up our own vegetables for a farm shop.”

Tracey also sells her handmade crafts and jewellery and the garden centre has its very own Christmas shop, decked out with beautiful, handcrafted decorations.

To find the real meaning of Christmas and instil that festive feeling in the whole family, Tarn Road Nursery is a good place to start.

For more information contact 016977 41804 and follow @tarnroadnursery on Facebook

Volunteer Will Brown believes there’s no comparison with a real Christmas tree, he explained: “It’s the unique smell and actually being able to see the tree and get it cut down just for you. It’s bringing back the old fashioned values and doing something together as a family.”

Currently stocked with winter alpines, seasonal shrubs and homegrown bedding, Tarn Road Nursery has been operating for almost 40 years, but was recently taken over by new owner Tracey Glasson, who has big plans for the site.

Will said: “We’re completely revamping it and it’s a work in progress. But we’re all about community and old fashioned values. We get to know our customers, carry stuff out to the car for them, silly little things like that.”

Will and Tracey have had a few late nights recently, converting a small outhouse into a picture-perfect vintage tea room. Named after Tracey’s beloved late Grandma Joan, the couple’s firm family values and sense of community are reflected throughout. The home-cooked food, made from locally sourced ingredients and cosy atmosphere, is nothing less than you would expect from a visit to Grandma’s.

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A SWEET SUCCESS

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he sweet shop from everyone’s childhood is a little taste of heaven in Longtown.

“You’ll even get men coming in on their lunch break asking for a £1 mixture.”

Everyone of a certain age will have fond memories of visits to the local sweet shop, choosing a quarter of their favourite treat from the jars above the counter. A new venture in Longtown, The Sweet Shop and More, is spreading nostalgia throughout the village.

As attentions turn to Crimbo, Emma is busy putting together the first of the seasonal sweet boxes. Filled with festive themed goodies and Christmas candy, they’re the perfect stocking filler for someone with a sweet tooth.

The pink and white fronted store is everything a traditional sweet shop should be and it’s proving popular with grownups looking to relive a little bit of their childhood.

Find The Sweet Shop & More at 2 Swan Street, Longtown, CA6 5UY Follow @thesweetshopandmore on Facebook

Owner Emma Conley, who opened the candy pink door in September, said: “I had thought about doing it for a while, I was reminiscing about when I used to go to the sweet shop when I was little.”

The shelves are stocked with jars full of old fashioned treats, from lemon sherbets and strawberry bon bons to rhubarb and custards and giant gobstoppers. Boxes of pick and mix are piled high and retro sweets cover the counter.

But as the name suggests, there’s more. Alongside all the old favourites, there are novelty sweets and sugar-free alternatives, as well as sweet cones, party bags and occasion boxes, all individually made up. For people looking for a unique way to mark a special occasion, Emma has also expanded into helium balloons and it’s fair to say, they have really taken off.

Having previously worked at the local school for seven years, Emma already knows most of her customers well, she said: “I think it helps that I know all the kids from school.

I was able to ask them all before I left what they thought about the idea of a sweetie shop and they loved it.”

But as she has found, it’s not just the little ones who can’t resist a sugar fix, she continued: “It’s been really busy so far, parents will bring their kids in, but it’s the adults - people my age - who tend to get carried away with the pick and mix counter.

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it’s in the bag

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s a renowned luxury brand, Chapman bags are sold all over the world, but their distinguished styles are handcrafted right here in Carlisle.

Founded in Carlisle in the 1980s, John Chapman is now one of the last remaining authentic UK bag manufacturers. While its original heritage is in traditional British field sports, today the brand does not look out of place over the shoulders of stylish professionals, businessmen, travellers and sporting types alike. In fact, there’s a design for pretty much every desire.

The brains behind the brand was Carlisle businessman, John Chapman. Following a career in sales, including a stint as Sales Director at House of Hardy - the world’s pre-eminent supplier of fly fishing rods and tackle - John started his own bag business. His manufacturing operations began in 1984 on the kitchen table of his own house in Cumbria and before long, expanded into the garage.

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John employed a local machinist to stitch the bags, cutting the material and hand riveting himself with his then wife, Jo. Thanks to John’s marketing skills and can-do attitude, the company's first year trading brought a turnover of £12,000, a considerable achievement given the odds stacked against him. The company grew rapidly and within a few years, John and Jo had built a successful and profitable business with customers all over the world.

Their bags were carried by royalty, celebrities and politicians, well known clients included Margaret and Denis Thatcher, Robert Plant and Princess Anne. When Sarah Ferguson was photographed wearing a Chapman bag, demand was even further boosted. To keep up with the rapid growth of the business, John rented workshops next to the Metal Box factory in Carlisle, before moving to the current premises on Tannery Road, in Harraby Green Business Park in the early 1990s.

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“We are a British brand with British values, such as reliability, style, common sense and humour.”

John sold the company in the mid 1990s after House of Hardy made him an offer he couldn’t refuse and retired shortly after. Him and Jo still live close by and are in close contact with the current owners who acquired the business in 2006.

The company remains committed to the brand’s original values, in particular the Made in England policy, CEO Daniel Chamier explained: “We are committed to Made in England and we always felt grounded in the Borders and Carlisle community.

“We are a British brand with British values, such as reliability, style, common sense and humour. We would be selling our customer short if we did not offer our customers a British made product. And there are other practical benefits like lead times, quality control and being able to offer a bespoke service.”

At the site on Tannery Road, where the bags are carefully handcrafted, the workforce is made up of local people and apprenticeships are offered to young people in Carlisle who want to learn how to make bags. Daniel said: “We make all our bags by hand using traditional manufacturing techniques.

This involves a lot of acquired know-how and artisanal skill.

We do use machinery such as sewing machines and leather working equipment, but there is always a significant amount of hand crafted skill in each of our bags.”

Despite the significant challenges of manufacturing bags in the UK, today a thriving mail order and internet business allows the company to sell their products internationally and they remain resourceful in building the retail side of the business.

Recent investment and renovation of the Carlisle site has allowed the business to significantly expand its capacity and capabilities even further. It’s success represents a major vote of confidence in the future of bag making, both in Carlisle and the United Kingdom as a whole. www.chapmanbags.com

And the Cumbrian influence is still very much present across the brand, with many of John’s original designs still among the company’s best-selling products.

Daniel continued: “Our heritage is essential, it’s part of our DNA. That’s why we use images of Hadrian’s Wall and the Borders in our branding. Cumbria and the Lake District and continues to inspire the designs, partly with names such as the Rydal and Dunmail Collections, but also the colours, materials and robust design principles.”

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Grab YOUR COAT

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Red

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othing updates the winter wardrobe like a statement coat and the high street is teeming with great options.

It’s up to you which style you go for.

Check it Out

One of the easiest trends to wear and plenty of scope to make it your own. Think oversized silhouettes, double breasted and clashing checks.

Seeing Red

In case you missed the memo, we’re seeing red everywhere this winter. From oversized knitwear to ankle boots, but the easiest way to wear it? Outerwear, of course.

Return of the Mac

The trench coat is back in a big way, thanks to fashion houses such as Celine and of course, Burberry. Stick to classic colours and shapes.

Shearling

The cosiest coat trend this season. Keep it subtle with a simple lining or stay snug in head-to-toe shearling.

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Checks

LEFT: Red Herring Coat, £75, Debenhams (Main) MIDDLE: Check Coat, £100, Oasis RIGHT: Check Coat, £25, George at ASDA

Shearling

LEFT: Suede Fur Lined Biker, £25, Primark MIDDLE: £89, Topshop RIDGT: Nene Jacket, £120, White Stuff

Trench coats

LEFT: Autograph Coat, £89, Marks & Spencer MIDDLE: J by Jasper Conran, £125, Debenhams RIGHT: Erin Trench, £90, River Island

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A FRESH START

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his New Year bring about the changes with resolutions you can actually keep.

The season of guilt-free gluttony is just kicking off, but the coming weeks will soon be little more than a haze of prosecco and roast potatoes. Before you can say “pass the Quality Street”, you’ll be waking up on 1 January with a banging headache and two weeks worth of over-indulgence.

Cut down on alcohol

Everyone is going to be either penniless or doing ‘Dry January’ anyway, so use the turn of the year to reflect on your own units. That glass of wine can easily have as many calories as the chocolate bar you swerved earlier. Save it for the weekend - at least for January.

Drink more water

Drinking the recommended amount won’t just deter hunger throughout the day, it will improve your overall well-being.

Women should be aiming to drink roughly two litres per day, while men should try to consume three. Get into the habit of having a bottle with you at all times.

A new year might be the best time to make a conscious effort to live better, but it’s also not realistic to give up everything that is good in life in one fell swoop; you’re setting yourself up for a fail. Instead, make some positive resolutions you can adhere to as part of a healthy, balanced lifestyle. Any unwanted pounds will take care of themselves.

Stop skipping breakfast

By skipping the most important meal of the day, you could be missing out on essential nutrients. Making time for a bowl of porridge first thing will curb mid-morning cravings and a smoothie will help on you on the way to your five a day.

Eat everything in moderation

Don’t ban foods or cut out food groups you’ll only end up craving them more. Unless you have an allergy or intolerance, there’s no reason to cut out gluten or dairy, it could actually be doing more harm. Enjoy everything in moderation, as part of a balanced diet, even the occasional treat.

Take up a new sport

The best way to improve your lifestyle is exercise, but it doesn’t have to mean blowing your wages on a gym membership you’ll never use come February. You’re most likely to stick at something that doesn’t feel like a chore, so whether it’s a yoga class or a local women’s rugby team, find out what’s on offer where you are and take a mate for moral support. *www.nhs.uk

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W E D D I N G WA R E H O U S E

35 years of the wedding warehouse

By Danielle Murphy

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very bride wants to feel amazing on their wedding day and we all know how important that show stopping dress is.

The Wedding Warehouse in Carlisle has been giving brides the ultimate experience for 35 years now and we think that is something worth celebrating.

Owner Ailsa Taylor believes the shop has stood strong all these years because of the unique services that they offer, she said: “I think people come to us because they receive a service unlike any other. It is intimate, unique and flexible.

We build a relationship with our customers which I think is really important.”

The business has grown and adapted over the years, but one thing that has always prevailed is the standards of service and willingness to give every bride exactly what she wants. The Wedding Warehouse is one of the only bridal shops in Cumbria to still offer an in-house alteration service for their customers.

Ailsa explained: “Alterations is probably my favourite aspect of the job. I find that after so many years I don’t get to be as

creative as I would like to be because it can become so busy, however when I am doing alterations I have the opportunity to let some of that creativeness go.”

Ailsa doesn’t know what the future holds for her bridal shop but she does know that if you want a fantastic experience with great service and that fairytale dress then you only need ask.

In the meantime, Enchanted - Cumbria’s largest wedding and prom event - will return on 7 January, organised by Ailsa, she said: “We are really excited for this event. It has run so well in previous years that people have asked us to do it again. With the slight changes in time of year as well we hope to draw a lot more people.”

A huge variety of exhibitors will be on hand to provide expert knowledge and showcase what they can offer for your big day. Enter this year’s draw for a chance to win your dream wedding. Tickets are £10 with all proceeds going to mental health charity, Mind.

For more information visit www.enchantedcumbria.co.uk

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ydrated. Olay Spa Exfoliating Body Scrub is great for sensitive skin nd can be used as a daily scrub.

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get them tinted.

RevlonMake Colour Lip-liners FACEBOOK: Bridget Foster Up Stay & Hair Artist are brilliant and long-lasting at only

urt’s Bees Sugar Scrub £12.99 or Sanctuary Sugar Scrub 11 are my current favourites but its best to only use them a few mes a week.

£3.98.

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After a busy summer wedding season, Make-Up Artist Bridget Foster offers some insight for brides-to-be planning their big day this autumn.

As I’m at the age where all my friends seem to be getting married, I’ve been flat out with bridal make-up all season.

Organising and preparing everything has been essential to ensure that the mornings run smoothly.

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By Bridget Foster

The more experience you have, the more organised you can be for your clients. Being both a guest and the Make-Up Artist can pile a lot of pressure on me for the day, however, I wouldn’t have it any other way.

I do wedding make-up every Saturday morning, so for any brides planning their wedding, it’s useful to know what to expect and what to take into consideration on the morning of your big day.

Time of wedding and amount of people getting ready This needs careful planning. Make up needs around ½ hour per head and hair can be 40 minutes to an hour depending on the hair itself, so booking a separate hair stylist if you have a few bridesmaids will give each person more time to relax or get other things done. We hate an empty chair, as it means time is being wasted and we don’t have any time to spare.

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I do get a lot of people asking if I could “just” add this or “just” do that. It’s all or nothing, as everything needs scheduled in. “Just” will not do.

A schedule can seem a bit overly organised, but it works.

Every person knows what time they need to be sat in a chair and the morning flows much better, allowing people a time to eat and to organise themselves. It’s a nightmare turning up to guests who haven’t showered or are not ready to have their make-up done.

Find out how the photographer works and schedule them in. Ideally towards the end of the schedule, as not everybody is comfortable being photographed with no make-up on, in their Primark pyjamas. This also gives bridesmaids time to sort out their own children if needed, especially if the bride needs some adult time. Just bear in mind it is a busy morning and at times not always safe for children if hot tongs and plugs are visible.

Area This has been the main issue for me lately; hair and make-up need space, we have a lot of kit and need room to work on our clients. Discuss with your make-up and hair artists what they need and if they are experienced they probably know the venue well and will let you know what they need.

Light is essential for both. We need to be able to see what we are doing. I understand that many clients believe we work miracles but we can’t produce light from a magic wand.

Fragrance, Lipstick and powder A lipstick that you can reapply throughout the day, such as, after food and drinks is really useful to have in your handbag. Bobbi Brown in Almost Pink has been my most popular product, it gives a sheer, dewy look and is in a natural lip shade that suits the majority.

As a guest a weddings, I have never even been asked to touch up, it’s simply not needed. I have done this for over 10 years, so make-up not lasting is certainly not something I worry about. An occasional press of powder on the T-Zone is all that’s required during the day’s celebrations.

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k i t c h e n r e po R t e r

Lynda Robinson - Penilyn’s Wee Irish Cafe Since Penilyn’s Wee Irish Cafe opened earlier this year, owner and chef Lynda Robinson has been giving Carlisle a taste of traditional Irish cuisine and curing our hangovers with her Sunday Ulster Fries. But Lyn’s cooking is just one reason to love her.

How long have you been a chef?

Since I opened up the doors this May .

What did you do before Penilyn’s?

I was a registered nurse working full time at the Cumberland Infirmary, on the respiratory ward. I left that for this new venture, to open an Irish cafe and let people sample traditional Irish cooking.

What is your first memory of the kitchen?

Coming in from school to find my mother baking soda farls and treacle farls (traditional Irish bread) on a griddle.

What does food mean to you?

Cooking nutritional food from natural, fresh ingredients is really important to me. I like to use goods from the farm in my food such as proper butter, proper milk and nothing processed. I think people enjoy the kind of food that I’m producing, it’s home baking that is hearty and comforting. I’m reverting back to traditional ways of cooking.

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What is your favourite ingredient to cook with and why?

Buttermilk is my favourite ingredient. If I have a lot of double cream I’ll even make my own butter and have been known to use the milk from the butter to make soda farls. Wheaten bread is another good one because it’s plain, wholesome food and the main ingredient is just porridge. I’m trying to make people realise how easy it is to make good food.

What’s your signature dish?

My soda farls for the Ulster Fry, I’m up at 5am to make them fresh every day. But if you’re looking for a sweet dish, everybody likes my lemon meringue pie or my chocolate and Guinness cake.

Where do you get your inspiration for your menu?

Memories. My mother and uncles have their own bakeries back in Belfast, so if I’m not sure about something, I will ask a member of the family for the recipe. It took me a long time to get soda farls right, I had to ring up my uncle to find out what I was doing wrong. I was working with it too much, after that it was perfect.

Do you have a favourite cuisine?

I do like Kenyan food, I volunteer out there. A lot of their food is an acquired taste but Ugali is amazing and how they prepare the cabbage with all the greens, it’s just a unique flavour and texture.

If you weren’t a chef what would you be doing?

I would probably still be working in the hospital and doing my voluntary work in Kenya. When I was out there I taught the locals how to bake and cook and how to feed large quantities of people on very little. Everything they do is in a frying pan, believe it or not, or a big wok with oil, I tried to teach them how to be economical with ingredients.

Who would be your fantasy dinner party guests?

The violinist, André Rieu, I would love to have dinner with that gentleman. I go and see him in Belfast every year and his orchestra and his whole demeanor is just amazing. That man can tell a story with his eyes. He brings happiness to a whole lot of people through his music.

How do you unwind?

When I’m not in the cafe, I’m usually doing an extra shift back at the hospital. I also do voluntary work in the community. I get pleasure out of doing things with others that they wouldn’t be able to do otherwise.

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Pumpkin & Chestnut Soup

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They may appear in the supermarkets ready for halloween, but pumpkins are at their best throughout November and December, making pumpkin soup a warming winter staple.

Make the most of chestnuts being in season and add an extra nutty flavour to this velvety soup. Prepare a large batch to keep you warm on those chilly winter nights and use for easy lunches throughout the week.

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4 tablespoons unsalted butter 8 cups chicken or vegetable stock 6 large potatoes, cut into one inch cubes 2 medium onions coarsely chopped 4 lbs roasted flesh of dry, starchy pumpkin or squash, such as 'Hubbard' or 'Buttercup,' cut into 1-inch cubes 1 jar of whole, peeled chestnuts, or 15oz roasted chestnuts 2 tbsp cream (optional) Salt and freshly ground pepper

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Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium-low heat. Add onions and cook for about 5 minutes or until translucent Stir in the stock, pumpkin, potatoes, and chestnuts; simmer over medium heat for about 45 minutes, until vegetables are tender. Leave to cool slightly.

In batches, blend mixture in a food processor until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Just before serving, stir in cream to taste, and garnish with pumpkin seeds and chopped chestnuts if desired.

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morning-after motoring

By Stephen Murphy

With the Christmas party season about to kick in, we are only too well aware that Cumbria’s finest will soon be stepping up their Christmas Drink Driving Campaign. And as we all know, a lot of folk are caught and charged the morning after.

I mean six or seven hours sleep and those fairies have magically got rid of the alcohol? No. Sleep with alcohol on board not only makes for a restless night, but that alcohol is still sloshing about inside us. And that is why so many, not realising it, get caught out. Food for thought.

I’m not here to preach, but something occurred to me which I thought was an enlightening way to look at our drink driving habits and why so many fall foul of the law especially the morning after.

Have a great night out and an even better next day.

Picture this. It’s a Friday, it’s 7am and you start on your first drink, knocking ‘em back and continuing on until say, 2pm well, it is Christmas. By this time it would be safe to say that, after six or seven hours drinking, I would be, shall we say, inebriated - well oiled, sloshed, hammered, legless and so on.

The thought of getting behind the wheel at 8pm that same day, six or seven hours later would be quite simply outrageous. But that in effect is what so many of us do and why so many folk are caught drink driving but don’t even realise.

The difference is we tend to start at 7pm at night, with the partying going on until much later. However, we go to bed and the sleep fairies come out and suck all of the alcohol out of our system because that’s what they do, right?

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Roast Turkey with Pomegranate Glaze

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This pomegranate glaze brings seasonal flavours to the table and transforms the traditional turkey into a taste sensation.

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1 12-to-14-pound fresh turkey 2 onions, cut into wedges 3 carrots, peeled and cut into 6-inch lengths 3 stalks celery, cut into 6-inch lengths 3 parsnips, peeled and cut into 6-inch lengths 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 4 pomegranates 2 pints chicken stock 3 tablespoons red currant jelly

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Heat oven to 425 degrees. Rinse turkey breast; pat dry. Rub breast with salt and pepper. Arrange the vegetables in a large, heavy roasting pan, making sure that the vegetables are more or less flat in the bottom of the pan. Rub the bird with butter, and place on bed of vegetables in roasting pan.

Roast turkey for 30 minutes then reduce heat to 350 degrees. Loosely cover the bird with an aluminum-foil if necessary, and continue roasting, basting every half hour with the juices in the pan Meanwhile, slice pomegranates in half crosswise. Using a manual juicer, collect the juice in a small bowl. Strain juice through a sieve lined with cheesecloth. Combine juice and 1 cup of the stock in a small saucepan. Cook over high heat until mixture is reduced enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 20 minutes. Stir in currant jelly. Set aside.

When a meat thermometer placed between breast and thigh reads 170 degrees. remove turkey from oven (the total cooking time to this point should be about 3 hours and 15 minutes). Discard aluminumfoil tent, and brush bird evenly and smoothly with pomegranate reduction. Lower temperature to 325 degrees. Return bird to oven, and continue roasting for 5 minutes. Brush again with pomegranate reduction, and roast for 5 to 10 minutes more. Do not allow glaze to burn.

Remove from oven, let cool slightly, and transfer to serving plate. Let turkey rest for 20 minutes before carving.

Remove the vegetables from the roasting pan and use to make a gravy. Serve alongside the turkey.

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fruit and veg

For one family, supporting local produce and helping others do the same, is a full time job.

At Country Style Fruit and Veg, their motto is to provide fresh fruit and veg, straight from the fields and much of their produce is sourced from within 30 miles of Carlisle. They encourage eating in season and their food “tastes like it should do”. Who could argue with that?

Catherine McAleese and her husband, Ross, started selling and supplying locally sourced produce at farmer’s markets and car boot sales across the region 10 years ago. The business grew to meet demand and they opened their first farm shop in Carlisle city centre 5 years ago.

It’s starting to catch on, but after Storm Desmond, it’s not just the vegetables that Catherine wants to grow organically, she has long term plans for the wholesale business.

She added: “I want to build it up slowly and progressively, to be someone who is still going to be in business in another 10 years, without forgetting my roots.”

Find Country Style Fruit and Veg at Unit 4, Denton Holme Trading Estate, Chapel Place, CA2 5DF. Contact 01228 595076 or visit www.countrystylefruitandveg.co.uk

Having always felt passionately about supporting local producers, Catherine explained: “I’ve always thought that we should support our local farmer, it’s been one of my things since day one. Because of the situation now with Brexit, it is more important than ever.”

After the shop was sadly flooded in Storm Desmond, they made a fresh start and moved to a new premises on Denton Holme Trading Estate. Now they are utilising the wholesale side of the business. As well as supplying fresh fruit and vegetables to hotels, restaurants and takeaways throughout Carlisle, they also work with schools, child minders, nursing homes and even Slimming World groups.

Catherine, who will only eat parsnips grown by her local farmer in Wigton, believes the difference between locally sourced vegetables and those bought from the supermarket is evident in the taste and texture.The aim is to get others, especially children, to enjoy eating fruit and veg because it looks and tastes nice.

Catherine explained: “I want kids to enjoy the fruit instead of being forced to eat it, which is what put me off when I was younger. Local produce definitely tastes better. I have a school who will only eat one specific type of apples, because the kids love the taste, so now I get them in for them.”

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FESTIVE TREATS

The season wouldn’t be complete without this Christmas classic. The relatively simple recipe is ideal for bakers of all ages and abilities and will go down treat over the festive period.

Mince Pies Ingredients • 350g - 450g mincemeat • Milk or egg to glaze For the pastry • 250g plain flour • 125g butter • 45ml water • Pinch of salt Method 1. Mix the flour and salt together, cut butter into small cubes and add to mixture. Rub the butter into the flour between finger and thumb tips, until the mixture looks like breadcrumbs 2. Add the water evenly over the surface and stir until the the mixture begins to stick together in large lumps. Collect the mixture together and knead lightly for a few seconds to give a firm, smooth dough 3. Allow to rest for 15 minutes before rolling out to roughly 0.3cm thick. Cut into 20 discs using a round, fluted cutter and cut another 20 with a smaller cutter or a festive shaped cutter for the lids 4. Line a cake tin with the larger discs and fill with mincemeat. Moisten the edges of the lids and place firmly in position on top of the pies. Brush with milk.

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Gingerbread Ingredients • • • • • • • •

350g (12 oz) plain flour 5ml (1 tsp) bicarbonate of soda 10ml (2 tsp) ground ginger 100g (4oz) butter or margarine 175g (6oz) soft brown sugar 60ml (4 tbsp) golden syrup 1 egg, beaten White icing for decoration

Method 1. Grease three baking trays. Sieve the flour, bicarbonate of soda and ginger into a bowl. Rub in the butter. Add the sugar 2. Beat the syrup into the egg and stir into the bowl 3. Mix to form a dough and knead until smooth (or use a food mixer) 4. Divide into two and roll out on a floured surface to 0.5cm thickness. Using a cutter, cut out shapes until all the dough is used. Place on baking sheets.

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Bake in the oven at 190C (gas mark 5) for 12 - 15 minutes until golden brown. Leave to cool.

6. Once cool, pipe on white icing to decorate

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Fresh From the Farm Do you know where your meat is coming from this Christmas?

As the season of eating, drinking and making merry fast approaches, Christmas markets pop up across the region and Cumbrians prepare festive fare to serve at their table. It’s the busiest time of year for Askerton Castle Estate.

The farm became fully certified as organic in 2004 and since then Jane and Chris have become regular faces at farmers markets across the county, building up a loyal customer base.

Home to a variety of traditional and rare breed livestock, the farm produces everything from beef, lamb, mutton and pork, to eggs and poultry.

Situated on the outskirts of Brampton, just three miles from Hadrian’s Wall, Askerton Castle Estate, is an organic livestock farm, run by Jane Eden and Chris Evans, since 2002.

As their website states: “from the onset concerns about animal welfare and the routine use of medicine, biodiversity and conservation made the decision to farm organically a logical one.”

With the exception of slaughtering, they use an organically certified abattoir, everything else is taken care of on site - they even have an on-farm butchery - and Jane and Chris keep an open farm policy. Customers are welcome to see first hand what they do, and to voice any questions or concerns, as Jane explained: “It’s traceability, people like to know how things are produced.

“There’s no hidden doors, if you want to know what we’re doing you can come and visit us, see the farm and get to know us. They feel part of a community a system and that’s what they like.”

Chris added: “Welfare is paramount, as well as the sense of contact between producer and the end consumer.”

While the extra expenditure from buying feed and employing staff on the farm, may mean that their meat prices are slightly higher than the average supermarket, to help with this, the estate runs a scheme called ACORN. This allows regular customers to sign up for a membership which offers discounted rates on produce and free delivery in the local area.

Jane believes what they offer is something of much more value than the large retailers, she said: “We are supporting the area we live in. It is critically important to us that we support the local people or the heart goes out of the towns. When people buy online or go to large supermarkets towns lose their hub, which I think is terribly sad.”

For more information visit www.askertoncastle.co.uk

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Tara’s Christmas Tipples ‘Tis the season to be merry. Say cheers to the holiday season with these creative cocktails, perfect if you’re looking for something a little more adventurous than your average glass of sherry. I guarantee these Christmassy cocktails will provide some festive cheer and much welcomed liquid merriment to your household.

Partridge In A Pear tree On the first day of Christmas my true love sent to me… the jazziest looking drink I ever did see.

This cocktail combines sweet seasonal pear and sharp lemon notes, with a generous double measure of my favourite “Forest” gin. This gin is handcrafted and produced using foraged forest botanicals from Macclesfield. Think wild bilberries, gorse flowers, local moss and fragrant coriander seeds, making this tipple full of flavour and the perfect festive aperitif.

You will need: • 50ml Forest Gin (or whatever your favourite gin may be) • 30ml Pear and Vanilla Syrup • 25ml Lemon Juice • Pear to garnish • Decorative origami optional • Pear to garnish To make the syrup: Poach a pear in 200ml of water; add 200g of caster sugar, half a vanilla pod and simmer. Allow to infuse for 15 minute, before sieving into a bottle and keeping in the fridge for up to two weeks.

Method: Combine the gin, pear syrup and lemon juice in a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously for one minute. Strain into a chilled coupe and decorate with a curved bamboo stick, fruit and origami partridge for a truly festive garnish!

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Mulled Punch Nothing encompasses Christmas more, than the aroma of mulling fruits and spices from a big pan filling the kitchen.

This is the ideal tipple to greet guests with from the cold and radiate that cosy Christmas ambiance. The warming fusion of cinnamon, clementine’s and Cointreau is also a nod to the traditionalists, those who appreciate and revel in these staple festive flavours.

You will need: • 2 x Clementine’s • 1 x Lemon • 1x Lime • 200g Caster sugar • 1 x Cinnamon stick • 3 x Fresh bay leaves • 1 x Whole nutmeg • 2 x Red wine (Good quality Italian is best) Method: Simmer the peel of the lemons and limes along with the rest of the ingredients in a large pan for 15 minutes, removing the bay leaves and cinnamon stick before serving. Strain and keep warm in a pan and ladle into heat proof glasses as guests arrive.

C aa rr ll ii ss ll ee G G uu ii dd ee TT hh ee C For more great cocktails and recipes visit www.cumbriaguide.co.uk

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holidays are coming With so much excitement in the air, what better way to keep little elves off the ‘naughty’ list, than a visit to see Santa himself?

White Christmas Weekend 9 - 10 December Tullie House Museum

We might not see any snow this year, but everyone can still enjoy a White Christmas, when Tullie House opens its doors to a whole weekend of festive fun. Activities will be on offer from 11am - 4pm each day, including Christmas crafts, facepainting, storytelling and Tullie House’s Christmas trail. Youngsters can visit Santa in his grotto and there’ll even be some real life Arctic animals, including a snowy owl and Alaskan Malamute, in attendance.

For more information visit www.tulliehouse.co.uk

Sunday with Santa 10 & 17 December Crown & Mitre Hotel

Fancy having Sunday lunch with Santa? In the run up to Christmas enjoy a festive three-course meal with loved ones at the renowned Crown & Mitre Hotel. The jolly fat man himself will be making a guest appearance, with a sack full of gifts. This family event promises to be full of Christmas cheer and is sure to fill up fast. Bookings, taken between 12pm - 2.30pm, are essential.

For more information and to book contact 01228 525491

Santa in the Forest Throughout November/December Rheged

Pay Santa a visit in the magical forest as he makes a special stop off at Rheged this Christmas. Children can take part in some festive activities and test their toy-making skills in the Elves workshops, before telling Santa what they are hoping to see underneath the tree this year.

Those on the nice list will receive a gift and take home a mounted photograph of themselves with Father Christmas to treasure forever.

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The Princess & The Goblin 13 December

The Old Fire Station This story about growing up, making friends and the importance of family is perfect for all ages in the run up to Christmas. Starring song, dance and some fun along the way, The Princess & The Goblin is an exciting adventure about the goblin’s attempts to steal away the princess and her success in avoiding them with the help of Curdie, the miner’s son, and her mysterious great-great-grandmother, who no-one else can see.

For tickets visit oldfirestation.carlisle.city

Christmas Holiday Crafts 19 - 23 December Tullie House Museum

Get into the festive spirit, with Christmas craft drop-ins at Tullie House.

The sessions will run from 1pm - 4pm, allowing kids to try their hand at making a range of crafts to take home and decorate the tree with. Think glitter and lots of it. There will also be a Christmas themed trail to follow around the gallery throughout the holiday period, just pop in and follow the clues to pick up a prize. Craft sessions are free and all children must be accompanied by an adult.

For more information visit www.tulliehouse.co.uk

Santa Cruise and Christmas Magic 17 December

Ullswater Steamers A festive trip out for all the family, the Santa Cruise is overflowing with on-board activities, with the Happy Elf, Stu-di-doo Christmas Magic show and of course the opportunity to meet Santa and hand over that all important letter. There will be two sailings from Glenridding, at 10.30am or 1.30pm and tickets include the cruise, a gift for the children, magic show and Christmas balloon, a return journey voucher and complimentary tea, coffee and mince pies for the grown ups. Tickets £15.

For tickets and more information www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

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Jackdaws (Corvus monedula)

magnificent bird that is somewhat misunderstood, Danielle Murphy gets familiar with the Jackdaw.

Jackdaws are the smallest member of the corvid or crow family, which also includes raven, carrion crow and jay.

Similar to other Corvids these beautiful birds is extremely adaptable, living in farmland woodland or even the urban cities.

By Danielle Murphy

However, despite them having slightly spooky connotations these animals are amazing. Some say they are only second to parrots when it comes to intelligence. So, next time you are walking through the woods and you hear the jackdaw call, don’t be afraid, enjoy the moment because he’s probably going to remember you.

They are known for being witty, sly and watchful and this is down to their enormous intelligence.

They have been known to use tools, hack their way into bird feeders and unusually enough they even have the ability to recognize and remember human faces. In the past they have been known to be trained to even steal cash from cash machines.

As well as their mastermind brains, these birds also have a soft spot for their mates. They form strong bonds and are renowned for their loyalty to their mate; even pairs that haven’t bred successfully have been known to stay together.

Jackdaws are not seasonal birds as they can be seen in abundance all year round. However they do have a slightly creepy aura surrounding them. The call of a crow is probably Hollywood’s favorite introduction to a scary scene, and let’s be honest when you are out walking alone and you hear the call of a crow, you pick up the pace a little bit.

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silent luxury More than ever, Range Rover represents the pinnacle of luxury travel, making every journey a treasured experience whether driving or being driven.

Conceived nearly 50 years ago for the country set to use on the estate and then drive to the townhouse, Range Rover has continuously evolved to lead the world around it, remaining the peerless luxury SUV. Today technology drives the new Range Rover’s next major step, with a plug-in hybrid electric powertrain providing sustainable luxury with new levels of efficiency and capability complementing its refinement and desirability. The exterior design has evolved, while heightened comfort and new consumer technologies have been added to the cabin.

Comfort-enhancing functions transform the travelling experience for the driver and passengers. The front seats feature up to 24-way movement thanks to the new seat frames, with wider and deeper foams as well as heated armrests. In the rear a completely redesigned cabin and seating layout create a tranquil sanctuary with no compromise to the rear load space.

Wider, softer seats offer sumptuous comfort. Reclining by up to 40 degrees, they make the most of the additional 186mm legroom (now 1,206mm in total) which the Autobiography 56

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Long Wheelbase model has to offer, and can be deployed at the touch of button. The exemplary comfort extends to heated and cooled seats, plus heated arm, foot and calf rests.

For additional convenience and personalisation, all seat functionality can be controlled via a smartphone app, whether inside or outside the vehicle.

Gerry McGovern, Chief Design Officer for Land Rover, said: “Our customers are very clear about what they want from any new Range Rover. ‘Don’t change it, just make it better,’ they tell us, so everything we’ve done has been about enhancing our flagship SUV.After nearly 50 years the fourth generation Range Rover is the finest so far, ensuring the original luxury SUV remains the choice for discerning customers the world over.”

The elegance of the interior has been elevated by the seamless integration of the most advanced infotainment system yet created by Jaguar Land Rover. Touch Pro Duo, codenamed ‘Blade’, combines two high-definition 10-inch touchscreens on the centre console working in perfect harmony. Information can be swiped from one screen to the other, making the layout highly intuitive and engaging to operate, with unrivalled functionality.

Following the introduction of the new Range Rover Sport plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) last week, Jaguar Land Rover’s ICE to ACE journey continues, moving from conventional internal combustion engines to autonomous, connected and electrified vehicles.

Thanks to its electrified powertrain, the Range Rover P400e emits only 64g/km on the NEDC combined cycle and provides an all-electric range of up to 31 miles without the Ingenium petrol engine running. For the first time, customers choosing Land Rover’s flagship SUV can experience zero-emission driving.

Jaguar Land Rover Vehicle Line Director, Nick Collins said: “The new Range Rover takes our luxury SUV to new heights, delivering enhanced refinement, luxury and allterrain capability. The new PHEV powertrain isn’t simply a no-compromise solution – it builds on the traditions of our flagship SUV and delivers heightened refinement and comfort with impressive performance and efficiency.”

Designed and engineered by Jaguar Land Rover in the UK, the new Range Rover will be produced at the company’s Solihull production facility and is available to order now, with first deliveries from early 2018.

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Home Not So Sweet Home As United Miss Wyke’s Strikes

By Ross Brewster

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orm in football can be an extraordinary and infuriating thing to pin down.

This time last year Carlisle were virtually unbeatable on home territory, but come February they began that dreadful run of seven games without scoring, six of them defeats, that almost scuppered not just automatic promotion aspirations, but even a play-off spot.

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This season’s early home form was as weak as last season’s was strong. Various reasons advanced ranging from loss of confidence and bad luck to the bounce factor which so often affects teams that did well the previous year. As new signings Richie Bennett and Hallam Hope struggled to make the principal striking role their own, the ghost of a player from Christmas past returned to haunt Brunton Park.

Anyone who doubted that Charlie Wyke’s goals might dry up with his January move to Bradford City has been proved wrong many times over as the ex-Carlisle hitman rattled them home in twos and threes to spearhead the Yorkshire side’s League One promotion aims.

By Christmas 2016, Wyke was well on his way to an 18 goal haul for United. By the end of the transfer window he was on his way to Bradford for, by today’s striker standards, a bargain £250,000.

It’s proved impossible to replicate Wyke’s scoring record.

Outside the box an ordinary player, he came alive in the six yard area where the bulk of his goals were netted. Football moves on. Wyke is someone else’s goalscoring talisman now.

But how the Cumbrians have missed his ability to sniff out those chances and convert those crosses.

Last season’s play-off position, albeit Carlisle lost the semifinal to Exeter City, may have sparked excess expectations that this campaign was set to see United up there among the promotion pacesetters from the off.

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Manager Keith Curle admitted: “Any manager who walks into a club and doesn’t try to raise expectations both on and off the field doesn’t grab the imagination of supporters. We have gone from 20th to 10th to sixth and the expectations in and around the club are that we now need to finish above sixth.”

But realistically Curle feels that Carlisle will need to over-achieve if they are to find success. He expressed disappointment with those home results. “The only way to put it right is by facing up to it, get our win and then go on to make sure we win the next game,” he said Carlisle picked up away wins, but defender Gary Liddle encapsulated the frustration felt by the players when he said: “For whatever reason it’s just not falling for us at home. We’d much prefer it the other way around because there is no better feeling than winning games in front of your own supporters.”

The Carlisle manager played until he was 40 and admits finding it relatively easier as he moved down the leagues.

“The one thing you need to do is maintain standards as an individual and Clint does that,” he commented.

For Hill, a leader in training and in matches, “age is just a number if you look after yourself.” The veteran defender said: “My motivation comes from enjoying the game. Even at my age I feel like I’ve got something to prove every day.”

It’s ironic that, having brought Hill into his back four, Curle’s problems shifted to the other end of the pitch. It’s been a difficult time for ex-Barrow forward Bennett, desperately needing a goal in those early fixtures to boost his confidence. A three game ban for a sending off didn’t help the prolonged settling in period.

Carlisle left themselves having to make up ground after those early season slips. Fans will be banking on them clicking in the next stage of the campaign. A repeat of that irresistible form they displayed in the first half of last season would do wonders for everyone involved at Brunton Park.

Defensively, an area of the pitch where United have been distinctly average for some while, the Carlisle manager opted for a 39 year old to bring stability, knowhow and an organisational voice to his back line.

Curle said of the much-travelled Clint HIll: “He is a player with vast experience having played at the highest levels, and he has got standards as an individual and as a professional.”

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WHERE ARE YA? Someone has been tampering with the street signs around the Great Border City of Carlisle.

Can you re-arrange them and save the city?

PANDA SHOOTER............................................................................................

CHICANE TRAVERSED....................................................................................

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WET RANK CAREER.......................................................................................

RACIST FUROR..................................................................................................

REEL ABSTRACT FRISK...................................................................................

MALIGNED DISHES..........................................................................................

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HICKS AND GOULBOURN OLD FIRE STATION Having first met in 2007, Hicks and Goulbourn are now an established act on the folk and acoustic music scene in the UK. Tickets £12 available from OFS, Carlisle

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Blind Fiction Open Mind, Carlisle

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T h e A b b e y S i n g e rs & T h e S o l wa y S i n g e rs St James Carlisle

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Blackballed Embers, Carlisle

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S h o t g u n E s p re s s o Dalston Bowling Club

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T h e N a ke d Fe e d b a c k T h e S o u rc e C o l l e c t i ve , C a r l i s l e

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S u j a y + G re e n M a n s ’ A p p re n t i c e C a r l i s l e Fo l k a n d B l u e s C l u b

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Zen Mischief B r i c k y a rd

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H y p o p h o ra Embers, Carlisle

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Re s u r re c t i o n ( S t o n e R o s e s ) T h e S o u rc e C o l l e c t i ve , C a r l i s l e

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UK Subs T h e B r i c k y a rd

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Pa o lo D i L i b e rt o ( v i n y l s e t ) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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B u c k l e y & F ri e n d s T h e Ve n u e , C a r l i s l e

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C o s g ra ve & B a n ks Thursby Parish Hall

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M a rt y n J o e s e p h H a r r a b y C o m m u n i t y C e n t re

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Attica Rage + Cobolt Collision + S t o r m C rowe Embers, Carlisle

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M a rk Ke l l y ( N o rt h e r n S o u l / F u n k / S o u l T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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The Smyths T h e B r i c k y a rd

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S u g a rs p u n T h e S o u rc e C o l l e c t i ve , C a r l i s l e

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A d i k a O a t e s ( e xc l u s i ve v i n y l H i p H o p s e t ) T h e T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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C l u b X S 9 0 ’s N i g h t T h e R e i ve r, C a r l i s l e

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M o j a z z rs ( l i ve J a z z ) T h e T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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Re d f i s h B l u e s J a m O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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H i c ks & G o u l b o u r n T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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M a r ra To n e s The Legion, Wigton

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Counterfeit U K L i m p B i z k i t Tri b u t e & P ro p e r R o a c h Embers, Carlisle Blue Flames T h e R e i ve r, C a r l i s l e

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Anything Goes Silent Disco T h e B r i c k y a rd

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Neil Little (DJ Set) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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T h i n L i z z y Tri b u t e F i ve & D a n g e ro u s T h ro s t l e s N e s t , W i g t o n

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Panto in Carlisle

Camelot the Panto

Cinders (Rocket Theatre Group)

John Peel Theatre, Wigton

Old Fire Station

4 - 10 December

19 - 20 December

Wigton’s John Peel Theatre is gearing up for the ever popular family pantomime. This year, Camelot the Pantomime (or King Arthur and his Merry Nights), written by Liz Bell and the John Peel Theatre Writing Workshop, will transport audiences back into the world of Damsels in Distress, Knights of Old and Evil vs Good Magicians.

As well as six evening performances, there are two matinees on Saturday and Sunday.

Tickets £8 available from Easton’s or online at www.wigtontheatre.org

Sleeping Beauty Sands Centre

11 December - 31 December This year, The Sands Centre presents one of the world’s best known and most loved pantomimes, Sleeping Beauty.

Packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and lots of laughter, this production is a treat for the whole family.

The all-star cast includes Carlisle-born 911 frontman Lee Brennan as the Prince, alongside Cheryl Fergison as Evil Fairy ‘Carabosse’ and local breakfast star, Robbie Dee as The Dame.

For tickets visit www.thesandscentre.co.uk

Cinderella Upfront Puppet Theatre 17 December - 3 January

Upfront Puppet Theatre’s Christmas production of Cinderella will be a fun filled interpretation of the classic fairy story by Charles Perrault. It will be fully staged using a combination of rod and string puppets, special stage effects, scenery and lighting that will bring the show to life.

Will Cinderella make it back home before the clock strikes twelve and the Fairy Godmother’s spell times out? Will the Prince find a girl who can wear the lost slipper so he can ask her to marry him? All will be revealed as the show unfolds.

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For tickets and more information visit www.up-front.com

Carlisle’s freshest new theatre group perform their first ever pantomime at the Old Fire Station this December.

Giving a unique local flavour to a well-known, classic tale, Rocket Theatre Group present Cinders, Buttons and a cast of all the usual suspects in their brand new production. Be prepared for a lot of laughs and a pantomime like none you’ve been to before.

Tickets £10 available from OFS, The Old Town Hall and at www.oldfirestation.carlisle.city

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arlisle Green Room Club bring Cinderella to the stage for this year’s panto - but this fairytale has a twist.

The Green Room Club’s annual pantomime production will instill Christmas spirit, with the telling of a treasured tale close to everyone’s heart. Cinderella, the well-known story of a young girl with a heart of gold, mistreated by her new wicked stepmother and stepsisters and forbidden from attending the Prince’s Royal Ball, will show at West Walls Theatre from 30 November to 10 December.

Cinderella will run from 30 November - 10 December, with evening performances at 7pm and weekend matinees at 2pm. There is no performance on Monday 4 December.

Tickets are available via Carlisle Tourist Information in person or by contacting 01228 598596.

WIN! 2 x tickets to see Cinderella visit www.cumbriaguide.co.uk

But there is more to this glittering production than meets the eye. Cinderella’s wicked stepmother is hiding a secret.

And just how does an homage to that other Christmas classic Home Alone fit into it all?

Written by Michael Spencer and co-directed with Pauley Heron, the show came to be when the two pondered over how they could create a theatrical mash up of Cinderella and Pauley’s favourite Christmas film, Home Alone. The result is an enchanting new take on two much-loved classics, starring singing, dancing and plenty of audience participation.

Pauley, who runs ACT Youth Theatre, in the Carlisle area, will return for his second time directing panto for the Green Room Club, following Dick Whittington in 2013.

Meanwhile, Cinderella will be the Club’s sixth panto written

by Michael, others including Sleeping Beauty, Puss in Boots and Little Red Riding Hood. Combine this creative insight with the talented local cast and unique new plot and it makes for a panto not be missed this Christmas.

Publicity Officer, Kath Paterson commented: “The rehearsals are in full swing and the cast can’t wait to get cracking performing.”

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S A N TA D A S H

Sunday

10th

December

dashing through the city What better way to burn off some of those mince pies, than a 5K dash around the city in a Santa suit?

And better still, it’s for a great cause.

Last year Carlisle city centre was turned a sea of red when 650 Santas ran in support of Jigsaw, Cumbria's dedicated children's hospice, raising over £6000. The annual event, which is organised by members of Sport In Action, DH Runners and Carlisle Tri Club, aims to raise as much money as possible for the charity, while all participants have a great day out and let’s face it, a good laugh.

The Santa Dash will return on Sunday 10 December with both a 5k and a 2k family fun run available. This year brings new festive fancy dress options, including Elf suits for little runners, as well as the medals for participants.

Claire Allen, a director of Sport in Action, said: “We’re hoping this year’s will be bigger and better. Like last year, there are two objectives - raise as much money for the children’s hospice as possible and have fun whatever the weather.

“The Santa Dash was overwhelmingly popular last year and it raised £6,000 for Jigsaw. We’d love to raise more this year.”

The 5K run starts from the Sheepmount Athletics Stadium & Fields and finishes at the Castle, followed by the 2k, which is suitable for all ages and pushchairs. School entries and family entries are available with sponsor forms available on the website.

Scholarships Applications Now Open for September 2018. Deadline: Friday 12th January

Fancy dress is essential, but don’t forget the warm layers underneath.

Available for 1st Form, 4th Form & 6th Form.

For full route details and to enter, visit www.sportinaction.co.uk/carlisle-santa-walk-dash/ To volunteer at the event then email info@Sportinaction.co.uk

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A c o u s t i c E v e n i n g f e a t u ri n g B a r r y H y d e ( T h e F u t u re h e a d s ) , B e n j i S i n g h ( Ko n t i k i S u i t e ) a n d L u ke H o b s o n T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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T h e Po s t c a rd B a n d A C a s u a l A f t e r n o o n o f Po p The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

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m y l i t t l e b ro t h e r The Brickyard

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SFP Carlisle: DubRocca T h e Ve n u e , C a r l i s l e

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Saint Agnes Fountain F i re S t a t i o n F o l k R o o t s & A c o u s t i c T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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Kate Rusby S a n d s C e n t re

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Tr u c ke r D i a b l o Embers, Carlisle

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J a m e s G i b s o n & Pa o l o D i L i b e r t o (DJ Set) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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M a r k Ke l l y T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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To m M e t c a l f e ( D J S e t ) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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The Decay + The Muf f Wigs + Fat Albert Embers, Carlisle

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The Dogz Embers, Carlisle

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G a r y B u r n s ( D e b u t Pe r f o r m a n c e ) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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Dog on the Couch Milbourne Arms, Carlisle

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JP & Clarkie (DJ Set) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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W i l d F ro n t / P ro w l e s / F l y n t The Brickyard

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M o j a z z rs ( l i v e J a z z ) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

R u d e D o g P ro d u c t i o n s - B ox i n g D a y S p e c i a l T h e Ve n u e , C a r l i s l e

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90’s Explosion T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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W h i t e s n a ke U K The Brickyard, Carlisle

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Mahadev OK T h e S o u rc e C o l l e c t i v e , C a r l i s l e

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G a z & D a z N e w Ye a rs E v e V i n y l Pa r t y The Last Zebra, Carlisle

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Shout & Shimmy T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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J i l l J a c ks o n Carlisle Folk and Blues Club

M o t o w n & S o u l N e w Ye a rs E v e Vinyl Disco The Queens, Carlisle M a r r a To n e s T h e R e i v e r, C a r l i s l e

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Te n a c i o u s G Embers, Carlisle

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T h e B o u r b a n S t re e t B a n d The Halston, Car lisle

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Noel Gallagher MTV Unplugged - High Flying Carpets T h e S o u rc e C o l l e c t i v e , C a r l i s l e

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To n y M c B ri d e ( D J S e t ) Thin White Duke , Car lisle

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T h e C o s m o p o l i t a n V i n y l E x p e ri e n c e (Soul & Mowtown) T h i n W h i t e D u ke , C a r l i s l e

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T h e C a r p e n t e rs S t o r y S a n d s C e n t re

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B a d M a n n e rs T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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T h e H o rs e n e c ks F i re S t a t i o n F o l k R o o t s & A c o u s t i c T h e O l d F i re S t a t i o n , C a r l i s l e

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Gary Delaney The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

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Da niel Slos s - N OW The Old Fire Sta tio n, Ca rlisle

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Ma rk Wats on Ro sehill Thea tre , W hitehaven

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H A P P Y M O N D AY S

HAPPY MONDAYS

by Mike Proud

The Happy Monday’s debut alum Twenty Four Hour Party people turned 30 this year and to celebrate that and a host of top choons that followed, Madchester's very own Happy Mondays are hitting carlisle on the 30th of November.

Shaun Ryder gives the low down on Squirrel and G-Man Twenty Four Hour Party People Plastic Face Carnt Smile (White Out).

He said: “Squirrel and G-man were the keyboards parents, he was a cop and she looked like a squirrel. And the 24 hour party people with our plastic faces were us. That was back in the days when you could come up with good titles for an album.”

How old are you? Are you old enough? Old enough to remember thirty years ago when snow battered the UK, Margaret Thatcher was re-elected and Michael Fish said there wouldn’t be a storm. However, it wasn’t all doom and gloom.

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Shaun explained: “Standing in the vocal booth with a few cans of lager I was amazed by what sound you could get by hitting a can with a drumstick, it was that baby fascination days sort of thing” Bright eyed and eager in the studio, the Mondays didn’t know how to take Cage, who obsessively ate tangerines and watched Channel 4 news. Shaun said: “He must have thought that we were just a bunch of stoned idiots.

“We were dumped in London with £70 a piece to last a week. So... that was spent in the first five minutes on drugs.”

Flash forward thirty years, 5 albums, a few lineup changes, a jungle and a house here and there and the Mondays are back stronger than ever.

Shaun added: “We're performing better than ever and I love getting together with the band, blasting out all our great tunes we've made together over the decades. It's gonna be great.”

In a studio in London, six friends from manchester and an avant garde producer and one time ex violin and bass guitarist from The Velvet Underground, John Cage set out to make an album.

So dig out your Loose Fit, your Kinky Afro and Step On the Sands Centre on the 30th November for the Happy Mondays Twenty Four Hour Party People Greatest Hits tour.

It’ll be banging!

Walking into the studio not knowing what to expect, the album was recorded live, which perfectly captured the energy of a band steamrolling a scene in Manchester and beyond that would capture the zeitgeist of Madchester.

Tickets: £29.50 + booking fee visit www.thesandscentre.co.uk

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dance ahead

12 days of carlisle

By Danielle Murphy

Shoppers and visitors to Carlisle will be treated to festive fun over the winter, as Dance Ahead present their latest venture, bringing culture to Carlisle communities this Christmas.

Twelve Days of Carlisle is a family fun trail accessible to all. The event celebrates art, culture and heritage across Carlisle and aims to bring the community together. Organisers, Dance Ahead, a not-for-profit performance group, have worked tirelessly to make this communal event a reality.

Through food, dance, theatre, literature and fashion, Dance Ahead have created a reimagined version of the Twelve Days of Christmas, depicted through a series of pop up events, that will run weekly throughout December. The events will showcase the richness of talent, culture and community spirit that Carlisle has to offer.

Artistic Director, Zoë Leigh Gadd, said: “When I was younger I used to sing the Twelve Days of Christmas song a lot, much to my family’s annoyance. Little did I know that years later this well-known Christmas song would be the basis for our largest venture to date.”

The aim of the trail is to catch all 12 stars, which can only be collected at the pop up events in some of Carlisle’s most treasured spots. Each event will also be accessible as a stand alone piece of entertainment to passers by, with many venues offering additional activities to complement the events.

Participants of the fun trail will then be entered into a prize draw, but If you know you can’t make it to all of the events, there will be one final chance to get your stars on the last date, Saturday 23 December. The play-card can be downloaded from the Dance Ahead website or alternatively collect one from the Twelve Days base at Carlisle Tourist Information office from late November.

Zoë added: “At the point of going to press we have raised a large amount in kind support from local businesses, residents and institutions. We currently have a crowdfunding site on the go where you can support the project and help us to bring the magic of Christmas to the streets of Carlisle.”

Dance Ahead are trying to raise additional funds to make the events as fabulous as possible. You can help by donating to their crowdfunding page at www.gofundme.com/twelvedays-of-carlisle For more information visit www.danceahead.co.uk

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MARK CARRUTHERS

Born to Help:

the ex-marine using music to help others

By Paul McGuirk He continued: “The work that Walking With The Wounded do is invaluable. As an organisation they help those who have been wounded in combat, as well as those who need help returning to civilian life.

“Some struggle more than others, and it’s often during the transitional period that people can slip through the net.

The work WWTW does helps to ensure that the support networks are in place for vulnerable veterans.”

Although Mark spent a decade in the forces, writing and performing has always been a vocation for him. From his days playing as a youngster in a covers band to more recent solo acoustic performances across city venues like the Old Fire Station and Open Mind, music has always been in his blood.

His current efforts, recorded at Loft Music Studios in Newcastle, have attracted plaudits from BBC Introducing, where tracks like Moving On have received extensive airplay and positive feedback from critics and listeners alike.

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n ex-Royal Marine turned singer-songwriter has recently released a single in aid of Walking With The Wounded.

The charity supports vulnerable veterans, helping them to reintegrate into society, sustain their independence and find employment.

Released on 20 October, Mark Carruthers’ track Born to Fight combines melodic sensibilities reminiscent of Paul McCartney with hard-hitting subject matter, focusing on the plight so many veterans face when returning to civilian life.

The result is a haunting, bittersweet and ultimately compelling piece of music which utilises acoustic guitars, layered strings and emotive vocal arrangements to climatic and powerful effect.

All proceeds from the single, which is being released and distributed by Nub Country Records, will be donated to a cause close to Mark’s heart.

He explained: “I joined the Marines at 18, straight after leaving school and I was in there for ten years.”

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Despite radio play and the attentions his new single may be attracting, Mark is taking things in his stride. He can regularly be seen performing in venues across the city, and ultimately hopes his talents can help others, he added: “If my song can raise a bit more awareness and raise some funds for the ones that need it then I’ll be happy.”

For more information on Walking With The Wounded, or to get involved with fundraising for the charity, visit walkingwiththewounded.org.uk Follow @markcarruthersmusic on Facebook

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H a i rsp ra y UK To ur S an d s C e n t re R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 18t h

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H a n d e l : G i u l io C esa re - J ul i us C a esa r T h e a t re B y T h e Lake , Kesw i ck R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 15t h

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M y t h s O f M a ri na S t an w i x T h e at re , C ar l i s l e Sh a d ow Ta l e s - Pri sm A rt s S t udi o Th e a t re T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e

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D a l st on Dra m at i c S o ci et y Present s Th e A c c ri n g t o n Pal s V i c t o r y H a l l , D al s t on R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 25t h

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Th e Se c re t Ga rde n Ke sw i c k R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 13t h Jan

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Sh a d ow Ta l e s T h e a t re B y T h e Lake , Kesw i ck

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F a mi l y N a t i v i t y A l l h a l l ow s C o m muni t y C ent re , F l et cher t ow n

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C a me lot Th e Pa nt o T h e Jo h n Pe e l T heat re , Wi gt on R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 9t h

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Sn ow P l a y T h e a t re by t h e l ake , Kesw i ck R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 23rd

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Sl e e p i n g B e a ut y S an d s C e n t re R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 31s t

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Th e P ri n c e ss & The G o bl i n N T C T h e at re C om pany T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e

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G h ost St ori e s Fo r C hri st mas T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e

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R o c ke t Th e a t re G ro up - C i nders T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e

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H e rc u l e s - The S emi G o d T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e R u n n i n g u n t i l t he 28t h

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M u r r a y ’s M i nd Myth and Magi c T h e O l d F i re S t at i on, C ar l i s l e

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A Ma n Called Ove (15) Tullie Ho use

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Sully (12 A) B ra mpto n Flim Club

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My Life as a Courg ette (P G) Tullie Ho use

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Metros cope Ha rra by Co mmunity Centre

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MET Opera : T he Exterminating Ang el (2017) Vue C i nema , C a r l i sl e

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T he Levelling (15) Tullie Ho use

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Bridg et Jones ’s Ba by ( 15 ) B ra mpto n Film Club

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T he Big Sick Tullie Ho use

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Os ca r Wilde Seas on Live : A Woma n of N o importa nce Vue C i nema , C a r l i sl e

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Lion - FREE FIL M B ra mpto n Film Club

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N ational T heatre Live : Young Ma rx Vue C i nema , C a r l i sl e

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Miracle On 34th Street Ha rra by Co mmunity Centre

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Christmas Cracker Run

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he famous Christmas Cracker Run returns on 3 December for some festive fun with fine cars of all ages.

One of the longest running events of its type in the country, the annual Christmas Cracker Run is certainly the oldest “winter” run, which allows classic cars and their owners to get out and have fun even in the darkest December. The event will see a convoy of classics donned in festive attire, fly though Cumbria.

Secretary of Wigton Motor Club, Graeme Forrester said: “The weather has varied from the rather wet to a crisp sunny day but everyone takes it in their stride. As usual we have two routes planned and the one we use will be decided in the run up to the event subject to weather.

Hopefully we can find some places people have not been on past Crackers.”

Organised by MG Cumbria, the 70 mile run starts at the Rheged Discovery centre near Penrith, before embarking on a 70 mile run through the Lake District to Keswick, exploring some of the most interesting and lesser known parts of the Lakes. Drivers will then stop near Keswick to refuel with a delicious, two course lunch and enthusiasts can venture into the town centre for the Traditional Christmas Fayre.

As well as quizzes along the route, a number of awards will be presented on the day including, best decorated car, best dressed crew, furthest travelled and the overall award.

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Around 60 people are expected to take part in this year’s Cracker Run, from across the country. The event is open to current members of the MG Clubs, Wigton Motor Club and other invited clubs for an entrance fee of £38. All MGs and other fine cars of any age are eligible to take part.

Graeme added: “We intend sending out the final instructions by email and anyone who wishes to take part should remember that the Christmas Cracker Run usually gets a full entry, so don’t delay. We look forward to seeing everyone in December.”

Contact Graeme on 01900 825642. For entry forms visit the MG Cumbria Facebook page.

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C a rl i sl e Sa n t a Da sh S h e e p mo u n t A t h l e t i cs S t ad i um & F i el d

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C h ri st ma s C ra f t ing 1 3 1 3 : 0 0 @ Wool s t y C r aft s , Wi gt on 016973 42470

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Dra wing at the mus uem with Ka ren MacDoug all Tullie Ho use , Ca rlisle

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Ca rlis le F a rmers Ma rket

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Lig ht up a Life Eden Va lley Ho spic e , Ca rlisle

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Ca rlis e ’s Tales of Chris tmas Pas t Ca rlisle City Centre

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One World - T he Work of Ca rlis le - Ref ug ee Action Week Tullie Ho use , Ca rlisle

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Late N ig ht Shopping Club Tullie Ho use Running until the 14th

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Fe st i ve N i g h t F a n t a s i a B e au t y, C a r l i s l e

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Crochet Morning & Afternoon 10:00 - 12 & 13:00 - 15:00 @ Wo o lsty Cra fts, W ig to n 016973 42470

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M i l i t a r y M u se u m a nd Lunch O ut i ng C u mb ri a ’s M u s e u m of Mi l i t ar y Li fe

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Ca rlis le Ma rket Hall Fes tive Fun Day Ma rket Ha ll

F a c t i on Sk i s Th i s i s H o me 1 6 p re s e n t e d by F re e t im e Mount ai n S por t s Foxe s C afe Lou n ge , C ar l i s l e

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Chris tmas Remembra nce Service Crema to rium Chapel

M u rd e r M y st e r y E ve ni ng: 1 6 A n A u st e n t a t i o us M urder C a rl i s l e L i b ra r y

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Tullie Hous e W hite Chrs itmas Weekend Tullie Ho use Running until the 10th

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Ghos t Stories For Chris tmas The Old Fire Sta tio n, Ca rlisle

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Bra mpton F a rmers Ma rket

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Ca rlis le Winter Wonderla nd a nd Sa nta’s Grotto Ca rlisle City Centre Running until the 21st

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Tullie Explorers - Victoria n Chris tmas Tullie Ho use , Ca rlisle

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Chris tmas Holiday Cra fts Tullie Ho use , Ca rlisle Running until the 23rd

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Sa nta’s Chris tmas Wis h Ha rra by Co mmunity Thea tre , Ca rlisle DH R unners Chris tmas 10K Ha ndica p The Ho lme Hea d B ay Wa terfa ll, Ca rlisle

C a rl i sl e Wi n t e r Wo nderl a nd & Sa n t a ’s G ro t t o 16 C a rl i s l e C i t y C e n t re R u n n i n g u n t i l t h e 2 1s t Ro b b i e Fow l e r 17 T h e S h e p h e rd s a n d Auct i oneer, C ar l i s l e A ma t e u r B ox i n g 17 C row n an d M i t re H ot el , C ar l i s l e 18

Ta rg e t Wre st l i n g T h e Ve nu e , C arl i s l e

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A n t i q u e C ol l e c t o rs F a i r T h e G re e n h i l l H ot e l

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Percy Kelly: LINES OF BEAUTY A

n exhibition looks back at the life’s work of one of Cumbria’s greatest artists.

On approaching the centenary year of artist Percy Kelly’s birth in Workington, in 1918 and marks 25 years since his death in lonely exile in 1993, it seems appropriate that now should be the time to fulfill his wish for a retrospective exhibition.

On display at Tullie House until 28 January, Percy Kelly: Line of Beauty, A Retrospective, is the most comprehensive exhibition of his work to date. It gives an unprecedented overview into the extraordinary talent and colourful character of one of Cumbria’s best known and loved 20th century artists. The exhibition covers the entire range of Kelly’s life’s work, with 140 original artworks, from a drawing he did at the age of just nine, to the large panoramas and the ‘little gems’ as he called them. The major retrospective is worth more than one visit just to take it all in.

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The venue itself, has a special connection to Kelly. In the early 60s, when the Old Tullie House building was home to the Carlisle College of Art, a 41 year old Kelly studied printmaking there as a mature student. It was of course, the only training he received, he was a natural talent and other than learning the craft of printmaking, entirely self-taught.

Carlisle was an important place for Kelly and in amongst the charcoals, watercolours and oil paintings, visitors can see his prints, textile designs and sketchbooks, all of which were completed in the city.

Born in west Cumbria, the artist found beauty in unexpected places. A great deal of his work was devoted to the west Cumbrian coast; from St Bees to Maryport and his pictures created in the 50s and 60s, show not only his exquisite artistic license, but how much those areas have changed over time.

The exhibition which has been five years in the planning, has seen Tullie House’s Melanie Gardner working alongside Curator, Chris Wadsworth. Chris has been responsible for researching and promoting Kelly’s work since his death, including penning his biography. Having owned Castlegate Gallery in Cockermouth for 25 years, Chris has long had an ambition to put on something of this scale.

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Melanie said: “It really gives an unprecedented overview of his artistic output and it was something that Percy Kelly always wanted, a full retrospective of his work.”

“Kelly obviously had this extraordinary talent but it wasn’t really promoted in his lifetime”

However, Kelly had very few exhibitions in his lifetime and they were rarely successful. He preferred to keep his work around him, as inspiration for his next piece. When he died, there was over 1,500 works of art found in the Norfolk cottage he was living in, in poverty.

Melanie, who believes Kelly never got the recognition he deserved while he was alive, said: “There’s an interesting life story there, Kelly obviously had this extraordinary talent but it wasn’t really promoted in his lifetime. He would have got the recognition if he’d been able to promote it.”

Kelly’s character is as fascinating as his work. He lived a chaotic but rather sad life and his various moods are present in his paintings. But while much is now known about this obsessive, retentive artist, there is still plenty to be discovered.

Melanie has seen 2,500 visitors through the doors since the exhibition opened in September, she said: “It shows what an extraordinarily talented artist he was, from a very ordinary, working class background in west Cumbria.”

Some may know Kelly’s work well and many will recognise the places, but none can fail to be amazed by the extraordinary life and work of the man dubbed Cumbria’s own Lowry.

Melanie added: “It shows another side to Cumbria. It’s not just the beautiful fells and lakes, there’s so much more to Cumbria that’s inspiring and he was uniquely placed to discover that and explore it in his work.”

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CUMBRIAN CASTLES

Cumbrian Castles: Carlisle

By Danielle Murphy

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n a new series, we discover the secrets of Cumbria’s castles.

Being a border county between England and Scotland, Cumbria is rife with history. Scattered across the county there are hundreds of gifts left to us by time, reminders of the whirlwind history that surrounds the great North West.

In this new series, we want to discover the heart of that history and take our readers on a tour of Cumbria’s castles.

Another interesting aspect of the castles varied history is the infamous prisoners which were held there. Probably the most notable is that of Mary Queen of Scots who fled to England in 1567 and was housed in Carlisle Castle.

To begin with, we will be delving into the history of the renowned Carlisle Castle. One of the oldest in the country, this castle has stood the test of time, war and the elements.

Built on the foundations of a roman fortress dating back to AD 72 the castle stood as the primary defence for the border between England and Scotland for 500 years. In 1603 the crowns united, however the Castle remained an important structure.

The castle has experienced more sieges than any other place in the British Isles and has been continuously occupied since its completion in 1092.

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Also a prison for the Border Reivers, a notorious and barbaric group of people. One of the best stories to come from it is that of William Armstrong of Kinmont (Kinmont Willie). A group of his friends managed to sneak into the castle which was holding Armstrong prisoner and freed him from his fate.

The Castle has so much more history to it, but why not visit for yourself and become engrossed in the vast, varied and gory history that surrounds this historic building.

FOODBANK CARLISLE

something you can bank on this christmas

B

ring Christmas cheer to your community, by giving as well as receiving this year.

At this time of year, most of us are starting shopping and looking forward to sitting down to Christmas dinner. But when so much is centred around receiving over the season, it can make many want to give something back.

With the recent rise in people using food banks, Carlisle Foodbank are appealing to local families and businesses to contribute what they can, in order to help everyone in their community have a happy Christmas.

Jean Gadman from Carlisle Foodbank, said: “As we all know, Christmas can be a difficult time for families and we are getting an increased number of families seeking help at Carlisle Foodbank. We have a need all year round, but it would be good to receive some luxury food items from local people at Christmas time.

“Our slogan is local food, for local people; everything goes to help local families.”

As well as the necessities required on a regular basis, the food bank is always grateful for donations of seasonal goods.

Otherwise unaffordable, luxuries such as advent calendars, chocolate and children’s sweets, go a long way towards

putting a smile on the faces of little ones this festive period.

Christmas puds also go down a treat with the grown-ups, but they must be microwaveable.

Due to limited space, the food bank does not generally distribute toys, however, this year Bookends in Carlisle are running a ‘donate a book’ scheme. Members of the public can donate a brand new children’s book in store, which will be given out by Carlisle Foodbank at Christmas.

In the past, organisations have even arranged ‘reverse advent’ events, donating one item every day in the countdown to Christmas, Jean added: “We are always interested in partnering with companies that want to support us for a period of time. At present one such company is partnering with us for the year and they have organised various activities, as well as drop-off boxes in the staff rooms.”

The Carlisle Foodbank is also looking for volunteers to help with undertaking collections from Supermarkets, after-hours and at weekends.

For more information and to find your nearest dropoff point visit www.carlislefoodbank.org.uk

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F E AT U R E

Maryport Aquarium

Autumn/Winter Review

By Mark Vollers

M

ark Vollers tells us what’s new at the Lake District Coast Aquarium this season.

When you are keeping a wide variety and number of fish there is never a dull moment and always the challenge of trying to do something better. So, to this end the aquarium is now better set up to bring on more of the baby rays that hatch out from their egg cases in late Summer.

These juveniles are only a few centimetres long at birth, but soon outgrow glass tanks and need to go somewhere with more space, but not as competitive an environment as our main Ray Pool. Well, now they have a great circular shallow ‘nursery’ pool in our Sea Lab that allows all visitors to easily observe their movements along with the juvenile dogfish that share this dedicated space.

Jellyfish juveniles also have a new display, a really specialised drum like container that gently swirls them around, mimicking the open water of their natural habitat.

Our Harbourside Café will shortly build on the popularity of its welcoming wood-burning stove on wintery days with an upgrade in the form of a new and highly efficient British made model with an integral top oven. This will allow staff to tempt customers with the delicious aroma of baking potatoes, cakes or pizza right alongside them in the Café seating area. This should be in place by mid-November.

Reacting to increasing demand the Café is also expanding its range of gluten free meals, snacks and cakes. As Christmas approaches most businesses have to do something special to attract their fair share of seasonal shoppers and we are no different. This time around our ‘Treasure Trove ‘ gift shop will be packed with an original and keenly priced range of items, from stocking fillers to unusual and tasteful ornaments and furnishings and the Fishing Bait & Tackle shop has some very well priced rod and reel combos for the fishing enthusiast.

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Paddling on ENNERDALE

By Antony Pike Bower

P

addling on Ennerdale Water gives you a different point of view to enjoy the landscape that you don’t get from being on a bike or on foot.

The surrounding landscape is of European conservation importance for its special habitats and is home to a range of wildlife including red squirrels, cuckoo, deer, and peregrine.

Ennerdale water is the Lake District’s most westerly lake and supplies a lot of homes in west Cumbria with their drinking water. The lake extends to three square kilometres, with a length of just over 2.4 miles and 0.8 miles at its widest point.

Access to the lake can be made from either of the car parks (Bowness Knott or Bleach Green) with a 300m to 400m carry down to the shoreline. While on the water you can see many of the changes that have been made to the Ennerdale valley over the years. From The Old Angler’s Hotel site - the building was demolished in preparation for the raising of the lake in the 1970’s but it never happened - to the work of the Wild Ennerdale partnership to allow the evolution of Ennerdale as a wild valley for the benefit of people.

The aim is to rely more on natural processes to shape its landscape and ecology, such as the introduction of freely roaming herds of Galloway cattle on the southern side.

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WILDLIFE

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WILDLIFE OF THE SOLWAY FIRTH

NUMBER 50

The Mackarel scomber scombrus

By Mark Vollers

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he sheer abundance of a commercially fished species over time can mean that it is then underrated by many of us as a food resource.

People wrongly thinking that if something is relatively cheap it can’t be as good as more expensive alternatives. How wrong this can be. The mackerel is a stunning looking athlete of the sea, with beautiful iridescent green, blue and silvery hues.

Around the UK alone we catch around 150,000 tons a year out of a global catch of more than a million tons and it is a fishery that currently seems able to sustain this high rate of catch, no doubt helped by the ability of a large female fish to produce up to 450,000 eggs. It can grow up to 35 cm long and weigh a kg, but most examples we see are smaller than this.

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Whatever the size, they are highly nutritious, rich in oils, vitamin B, selenium and Omega 3, twice that of farmed salmon and much less retentive of the toxic pollutive compounds that build up in other predatory fish like Tuna.

We currently have a small shoal on view at the Coastaquarium, Maryport, which is no easy task as they are incredibly sensitive to handling and must be kept in a highly oxygenated circular tank that allows constant fast swimming.

They shoal together and drive through clouds of plankton with mouth agape, or hunt down single smaller fish individually, coming inshore during Summer months in search of whitebait prey and then retreating offshore during the Winter.

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HANDY NUMBERS COUNCIL & OTHER SERVICES Carlisle City Council Cumbria County Council (out-of-hours service) Cumbria County Council Carlisle Post Office (Scotch Street) Carlisle Library (Globe Lane)

01228 817000 01228 526690 01228 606060 01228 525017 01228 227312

MEDICAL / SUPPORT SERVICES Emergency Police/Fire/Ambulance Police (non-emergency) Cumberland Infirmary Accident and Emergency NHS Direct National Blood Service Dental Emergency Cumbria Health on Call (CHOC) Domestic Violence Support Samaritans OutREACH Cumbria LGBT Helpline

999 101 01228 523444 01228 814411 111 0845 7711711 01228 603900 111 07712 117 986 08457 90 90 90 0800 345 7440

MUSEUMS, ATTRACTIONS & MUSIC VENUES Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Guildhall Museum Carlisle Indoor Market Hall Carlisle Cathedral AMF Bowling Brunton Park Carlisle Castle Cumbria’s Military Museum Carlisle Racecourse

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IF YOU WOULD LIKE YOUR SERVICE LISTED HERE PLEASE CALL: 01946 816 716 SCHOOLS Trinity School Austin Friars St Monica’s School Limehouse School Newman Catholic School St Cuthbert’s Catholic Community School Richard Rose Morton Academy Carlisle College University of Cumbria

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SPORTS INDOOR & OUTDOOR Carlisle Golf Centre & Driving Range The Pools Swimming & Health Centre Sheepmount Athletics Stadium Stoneyholme Golf Club

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THEATRES & CINEMA The Old Fire Station The Brickyard The Sands Centre The Green Room Vue Entertainment

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TOURIST INFORMATION Carlisle VisitScotland Gretna Brampton

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TRAVEL & WEATHER Bus Timetables Stagecoach North West Train Timetables Lake District Weather Service VETS Belle Vue Vets RSPCA

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Carlisle

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Attractions

1 Swifts Golf Course and Driving Range

Sports Grounds

1 Bitts Park

Parks

1 Carlisle College

Colleges/University

1 Our Lady and St Joseph’s Catholic Church 2 St Cuthbert’s Church 3 Carlisle Cathedral

Places Of Worship

Tourist Information Public Toilets Police Station Citadel Station Parking 24hr Petrol Station The Lanes Shopping Centre

Local Ameneties

1 Central Library 2 Market Hall 3 Skate Park

Points of Interest

1 Carlisle Castle and Border Regiment Museum 2 Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery 3 Guild Hall Museum 4 The Pools 5 LaserQuest 6 VUE Cinema

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Additional trains operate between Barrow-in-Furness and Millom - please see Northern timetable guide 6 for full details.

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