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EXCLUSIVE interview With Carlisle Music City

EVENTS

Make-Up & Hair

GIGS

FESTIVALS

JAKE BUGG

Duck Red Curry

FOOD

LIFESTYLE

Sound of Guns

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ITH a host of events to look forward to and so many recent miserable summers behind us, hopes and expectation are mounting as this year’s summer draws on.

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If the past is anything to go by it may only just warm up the rain a bit but meanwhile we can all hope… can’t we?

And right now there’s a lot to look forward to as the seasonal events such as music and other festivals, shows races and rallies queue up and get under way.

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Carlisle will see the second staging of Music City (Saturday May 25 until Sunday June 2 when Carlisle will be alive with great gigs.

Inside we take a close look at what’s involved with that and other festivals that are within reasonably easy reach of the Carlisle area in our festivals round up.

Also inside the phenomenal multi-talented Jake Bugg, who recently played the Sands Centre talks exclusively to us about his meteoric rise.

And as a long-term campaign to establish Hadrian’s Wall as a leading eco-tourist world heritage site gets under way this summer you can find out more about the plans, the hopes and where the money’s coming from… all inside this edition of your free Carlisle Guide.

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Contents: The Carlisle Guide Magazine

May/June 2013

EXCLUSIVE

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Jake Bugg Getting the Jake Bugg

Get ready for more Gunfire

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LOCAL Features

10-15 Festival Season 2013

Round-up to whos playing what and where

Saturday June 8th

24-25 175th Cumberland Show 36-37

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Wedding Warehouse Stretching you dream...

Not your budget

BEAUTY

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Beauty by Bridget Foster

DreamsDay Spa Pevonia Day Spa of 2012

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Last roll for the healthy eater Duck Red Curry

by Tayay Kitchen

MOTORING & SPORT

56-57 Double Check Your MPG

New studies on MPG revealed

United must progress to bring back fans

62-63 Carlisle United

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WHAT’S On

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Music, Theatre, Film, Comedy Whats On in May/June 7

Getting the Jake Bugg The Guide’s resident musical ‘expert’ Stephen Murphy, talks with new music phenomenon, Jake Bugg, about his everincreasing popularity and sales, his influences and his extraordinary ability.

Jake Bugg’s star has ascended and is without doubt rising even higher with each passing day. This Nottingham youngster is not only a gifted song writer, but he is graced with a voice from another time and another place and definitely belies his youth.

He manages to bring the sound of a long-forgotten past to the present and he sings like he means every single syllable let alone every single word.

Already he has caught the attention of huge names in the business… Noel Gallagher for starters, with whom he toured the states. Snow Patrol and Elton John are also on a short list of fans who have witnessed Jake have a number no1 album and sell out venues left, right and centre.

Danni, my 17 year old daughter introduced me to the sound of Jake Bugg last year and since then there has been no escaping it in my house. If he’s not emanating from the laptop in one room, Jodie my other daughter is on the guitar playing and singing one of his tracks in another.

Jake came to Carlisle as part of his UK Tour on March 30, and I got the chance to have a sneaky chat to him beforehand, much to the disgust of my bin-lids (kids). “It’s Not Fair,” they howled.

Tough eh?… But somebody’s got to do it.

Stephen Murphy: You’re just about to finish your UK tour, what’s been the highlight?

Jake Bugg: It’s been great, Glasgow was brilliant, Newcastle was great, last night was good actually; we’ve been in Europe

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words: Stephen Murphy playing a few smaller clubs and that, but to come back and play in your own country; to play a show much bigger than we’d played recently, it was a brilliant atmosphere.

SM: Do you prefer the smaller gigs?

JB: It all depends, you could play in an area in front of 10’000 but could have no atmosphere and be just dead, then again you could play in a room in front of 80 people and it could be one of the best shows you’ve ever played; it all depends on the room and the people.

SM: This has been a massive roller coaster of a ride so far; have you had time to just stop and take everything in?

JB: Not really, sometimes I’ll just be smoking a fag and then it hits you, and you’re thinking ‘This is mad,’ but at the same time you have to smile and carry on with what I do, which is writing my tunes.

SM: Are you finding time to write in between everything.

JB: Well you know, writing songs is kinda I do what I do, I love it , probably when I get off the phone to you I’ll pick up my guitar and try and write a couple of tunes, I love it, it keeps me sane.

SM: With regard to chilling out, you’re bang into your pingpong, who’s the Ping-Pong King of the crew then?

JB: (Laughing) I’m The ping-pong king; I’m the ping-pong king, everyone on this bus knows it, I’m 100% sure on this bus that I am definitely the ping pong king!

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SM: Being a massive Notts County supporter, have you yet managed to bag yourself a box?

JB: Er, no! I don’t think they have boxes; it would be nice.

I did a documentary with Zane Low and they let me have a kick about on the pitch at Notts County. It was mad that day; I took him back to my house and showed him my room, where it all began, and the area where I grew up.

SM: Our family has the Bugg, and if people are playing your album in their homes then there’s a bit of everything for everyone. Is there a broad range of fans, age-wise at your gigs?

JB: Yeah man, just lately there has been young girls aged 14-15 at the front and as you get to the back you’ll find a couple of people knitting a sweater or something; crazy… but it’s great.

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SM: Your influences are Cash, Mclean, Hendrix; so if you could actually gig with any of them who would be first on the list?

JB: Ah….I’d love to have a jam with Jimmi Hendrix, it would be brilliant, but it would just be too loud.

SM: What’s the most extravagant thing you’ve treated yourself to since it’s all kicked off?

JB: I’ve actually just bought a 1966 Stratocaster and speaking of Hendrix, you know it’s black with a rosewood fret board; it’s more or less the same guitar he would have played; it’s just stunning mate, it’s a piece of art, and that’s probably the most expensive thing I’ve treated myself to, but it’s an investment as well; I bring it over here and it’s worth three times as much. It’s lovely SM: Its been noted you dont have any particluar favourite track, is there any reason for this?

JB: Some songs are about fantasy or escaping, I use music to express the views I might find hard to talk about or experiences and music is a way of being able to get that out in a way that I feel comfortable with.. once its out there its not mine anymore.

SM: Youve worked closely with Iain Archer; why do you think that works so well? Is there just good chemistry there?

JB: Yeah man he’s just a mate. I pop in the studio when I’m about, we’ll have a cup of tea and we’ll pick up a couple of guitars;, write some tunes; that’s what we do, we write music and wer’e enjoying it. I‘ts not like we area thinking we need a big single here; it’s like let‘s pick up a couple of guitars and see what happens. Take Lightning Bolt. I was waiting for my taxi; he played three chords and I sang a little country-melody. We were only messing about and it was like, hang on a minute, we’ve got a tune here... and it did wonders.

SM: What has been the most memorable gig so far?

JB: Paris was brilliant, and then when we played Glasgow – you know what they’re like man – I went on and someone threw a bottle of water at me straight away and it knocked my confidence a little bit but it’s just their way of being nice! But the water went in my pedal board; my guitar wasn’t working properly; I was like ****ing hell, it’s stupid and not clever. But by the end of the show… the atmosphere man; the way they were singing back; it was quite overwhelming, and I’d never felt anything like it. It was probably like the hardest gig and the best feeling I’ve ever had.

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HREE festivals within travelling distance clash on the weekend of July 26-28.

Maryport Blues, Kendal Calling and The Wickerman Festivals all take place across that weekend, although Primal Scream fans can catch the Scottish rock band at either Kendal Calling (at Lowther Deer Park) or at The Wickerman Festival, near Dundrennan in Dumfries and Galloway.

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Basement Jaxx, The Charlatans and Public Enemy and Seasick Steve, are among the other big names at the Kendal Calling Festival, while Amy Mcdonald, The Enemy, KT Tunstall, Dexys, and Bellowhead feature at the Wickerman. The main marque is returning to Maryport Blues Festival, 26-28, where Ainsley Lister, Bernie Marsden and Ian Parker and Parkers Alibi headline.

Music on the Marr, Castle Carrock Thursday July 18 – Sunday July 21

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he Music on the Marr festival, at Castle Carrock, offers an eclectic mix of music: mainly folk but also blues, jazz and country and western. It’s a warm, outstandingly friendly, and a real family festival with good local ale, great food and arts and crafts too.

Take a look at the friendly and informative website www.musiconthemarr.com or call the Box Office on: 01228 670329. Tickets cost anything from free (for the Thursday night ‘pay what you can’ concert) to £65 for an adult weekend ticket.

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Seth Lakeman at Ireby

Seth Lakeman heads Ireby Music Festival which this year takes place over the over the Spring Bank Holiday weekend on Friday and Saturday May 24-25.

Now in its 11th year, there’s a wealth of folk music, workshops and sessions which happen at various venues in this small village over the weekend, including St James Church, The Globe Hall, The Lion Pub, and the 500-capacity heated marquee at Ellenside, a private mansion with views towards Skiddaw and the Caldbeck fells., This is where the main stage, bar and food outlets are situated.

Other acts confirmed include, The Paperboys, Ahab, Ruth Moody, Gren Bartley, Landermason, Luke Jackson, The Roving Crows, Jack McNeill & Charlie Heys, My Sweet Patootie, Kirsty McGee, Mills and Chimneys, Lucy Ward, Fourum, Jaywalkers, Gregg Russell and Ciaran Algar, Shipcote & Friends, Wilful Missing, Jess Morgan, Paul Bernarde Young; Wes Finch; Laura James; Elaine Davidson; Ian Douglas (Storyteller); Amy Rose Dobson (Storyteller).

There will also be a guitar workshop, appearances by Ireby Village Singers; Ireby School children and the Leap to Your Feet Appalachian Dancers. www.irebyfestival.co.uk 12

Ravenstonedale Festival June 14-16

DEEP in the Eden Valley, described as “home to breathtaking beauty and sacred sunrises” by the organisers of Ravenstonedale Festival, the festival team is working hard to give festival goers the best experience yet. Come hail, rain or shine you’re in for a good time, they say.

What’s new? Apparently a stylish speakeasy lounge for performance poets, acoustic musicians and comedy types plus a brand new vintage tea tent.

Tara (Miss Rahh) to host this year’s dance tent’s off-the-hook, smack-down beats from the hottest emerging DJs across the UK, covering a wide range of genres. A rainbow line up of Acoustic, Indie, Rock, Blues, Ska and Electro Swing is playing this year’s Raven’s Nest.

Criminal Minded Radio will be live streaming.

This year’s main fancy dress theme is Steam-Punk.

The RSD Definition of Steampunk is... “A mixture of wild west, futuristic and Victorian fancy dress, so think Van Helsing!” The festival even has own seamstress taking costume orders! www.ravenstonedalefestival.co.uk

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Kendal Calling this year features Basement Jaxx, The Charlatans (a Northern festival exclusive appearance) and Scots rockers, Primal Scream.

Other highlights include ASH returning after their brilliant headline slot, which closed the festival in 2009.

Liverpool legends the Lightning Seeds bring an acoustic set to the festival while Fake Blood, Radio 1 DJ Jackmaster, Dubstep/Hip-Hop bass bringers Foreign Beggars and D&B Godfather Roni Size

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Other bands include: I Am Kloot) / Mystery Jets / British Sea Power / Mr. Scruff / Dutch Uncles / Kodaline / Wave Machines / Willy Moon / Drenge /Â The 1975 /Â Theme Park / Dub Pistols / Public Service Broadcasting / Sons & Lovers / Slamboree / Wind Up Birds / The Mispers / Flight of Arrows / Calling All Astronauts / GLOW: Fake Blood / Foreign Beggars / Jackmaster / Roni Size / Oneman / Tricka Technology (Krafty Kuts Vs. A. Skillz) / Monsta / Bondax / Loadstar / Artwork / Dismantle / Grooverider / Dynamite MC / Walter Ego / Father Funk / Chunky / Tonn Piper. www.kendalcalling.co.uk

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CARLISLE MUSIC CITY WEEK May 25 -June 2 City getting set to swing again {

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IT WILL be exciting to be in Carlisle for the May half-term week and from Saturday May 25 until Sunday June 2 Carlisle will once again be full of music.

And while the city centre will be humming and tapping its feet to the many bands and acts already booked, there’s still room for more. As Stephen Dunn, one of the organisers, says, “the more the merrier”. So whether you’re a band or a busker, a choir or an orchestra you are welcome to go along to make music that week… and if you don’t want to perform, then go along to listen.

The main stage on Monday May 27 will feature a range of local groups including The 45s, Birds vs. Planes, Kontiki Suite, mylittlebrother and Luke Sharples. Local acts feature high on the programme generally, but in addition a Beatles seam runs through the week, with their original drummer, Pete Best, playing at the Crown and Mitre on Tuesday May 28.

Stephen Dunn is delighted that local man Paul Musgrave has sponsored this performance, but also there’s a pleasing irony to Pete Best’s return to the hotel where the Beatles were thrown out by the management in the 1960s because they were wearing leather jackets and had ‘long’ hair!

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Saturday June 1 is then a Beatles Day, including a Sergeant Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Bandstand, in which bands will perform Beatles’ covers from 11am until 4pm.

The bandstand features highly in Music Week and will play host site to the Cumbria’s Got Talent show, but the railway station (Brian James plays on platform 4 on Saturday May 25), Tullie House, The Brickyard, Sands café-bar, the Lanes and other areas of the city centre will all have acts performing and events in which to participate.

At Tullie House a music workshop making sounds from ‘funky junk’ is going to be run on the Tuesday; The Sands main hall has Green Date (the Green Day tribute band) playing on Sunday June 2, with support from local bands Colt 45 and The Alleys.

Other venues are still considering booking acts, so a wander around the city centre that week could be a voyage of musical exploration; you never know what you might come across where, and it would be worth popping in to some of the cafés and bars just outside the main central area of the city to see what else you can find.

Fox’s, in Abbey Street, may be putting on an Open Mic session; West Walls Theatre will have Pete Best presenting An Audience with a Beatle and The Thin White Duke hosts Terry Reid and also Duke Fest, an evening of DJ-led music.

Feature Stephen Dunn’s optimism that more people would sponsor and organise performances this year, building on last year’s inaugural Music City week, has proved well-founded and the week-long festival seems set to go from strength to strength, and its diversity constantly expanding. There’s even a Gamelan Day booked for Sunday June 2.

What is still however lacking is ‘classical’ music in all its many guises, and also folk music, although there is a classical guitar concert in the cathedral on the Tuesday lunchtime. But if you run a choir or music group, or just fancy busking in the city centre, please contact Stephen.

What he would really love to achieve is ‘Classical Friday’ on May 31, or a ‘flashmob’ choir or orchestra taking the public by surprise during the week: there are plenty of examples on YouTube, for example this from Aida: http://youtu.be/ dir5hjg3fmU – so why not do something like this in Carlisle?

Retailers won’t be left out either. The Lanes is a regular host to musical events, particularly around Christmas, so there is no reason that stores cannot have live music indoors.

Stephen Dunn would also love to have a market staged during that week, reminiscent of the former Great Fair, but up to press the cost of market stalls is proving prohibitive.

GREEN DATE In conjunction with Music City popular Nottinghamshire punk band Green Date, are appearing at The Sands, on Sunday June 2, (7pm) supported by two great local bands, The Alleys and Colt 45. The passion and creative edge that comes across at a Green Date gig, derives from the band’s collective love of the band they so closely emulate, Green Day.

Stephen Dunn can be contacted on 01228 817590; or by email at carlislemusiccity@gmail.com and

stephend@carlisle.gov.uk

Details of all the events can be found at: www.carlislemusiccity.co.uk; updates can be followed on Twitter as @carlislemc; and on Facebook as www.facebook.com/carlisle.musiccity 15

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iverpool has a rich history of producing Rock and Roll, the latest Merseyside indie export is Sound Of Guns, a big, loud, band that showed Whitehaven what they could do last summer at The Mighty Boof ’s “At The Playground” Festival. They return this year to take up where they left off, and the Guide’s Adam Glover got a chance to ask their bassist, John Corey, a couple of rather Summery questions...

You played at the inaugural ATP festival in 2012, what are your memories of it?

We played on the Friday night last year, and our manager told us it was just a warm-up night to the main night on Saturday…

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with mass sing-a-longs and uncontrolled bouncing, I thought they might stop the show at one point to calm it down!

What have you been up to since you last visited us?

Since then we’ve been doing more festivals, headlining a sold out tour, touring with the Stereophonics and writing new songs.

The Cumbrian music scene is starting to gather pace with new festivals popping up every year; what is it that you think sets us apart?

It’s the best place in the country for festivals, in terms of landscape. We’ve played Kendal Calling a few times too, which has the most amazing setting.

In your band’s early days you were strongly supported by BBC Introducing, and recently BBC Radio Cumbria has just got its own Introducing show so what tips would you give to any young bands looking for local exposure?

My advice is to make your headline gig an event, book the smallest venue you can and work really hard to get people down. Only do two to three headline shows a year at most, because if you play every week you spread too thin. But get as many support slots as you can and make sure you blow the headliners off the stage by giving the audience something to remember.

What sets a Sound of Guns performance apart from other bands?

Getting the crowd involved as much as possible; that, and having massive tunes.

If we take a look at the line-up for At The Playground in 2012 and 2013, with The Enemy, The View, Sound of Guns, Twisted Wheel, The Pigeon Detectives etc.; you can probably get an idea as to what music excites West Cumbria, so what up and coming bands would you recommend for us?

People go on about music being poor these days, but there has always been bad music. The charts aren’t a reflection on what’s happening as the only people buying singles are the people who want a song about how good their night out is going to be, to listen to while they are getting ready to actually go out! Or PJ and Duncan. Anyway, I really like Dexters, Coves and Ruen Brothers, check ‘em out!

What are you plans for the rest of the year?

Recording our third record, some European festivals and something cool for the end of the year that we can’t talk about yet….

What one (music related) thing is getting you excited about the summer?

We’ve just been asked to play a festival in the Mediterranean, so hopefully that will eradicate some of the “mixed” weather for us.

Sound Of Guns’ second album, “Angels and Enemies” is out now and you will be able to catch them live at this year’s At The Playground festival, Whitehaven, on May 17 and 18.

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Wetheral’s Crowning glory...

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magine having a short drive to work along quiet roads, to a hotel set down a quiet country lane in tranquil gardens.

Photography by Jim Davis

The Crown Hotel is less then 15 minutes from the M6 and Carlisle city centre, but in the north Cumbrian countryside, in the well-tended village of Wetheral. Well that’s Chloë Streatfeild’s daily life during the week: and often she chooses to go at weekends too!

Having been educated locally, she briefly left the area to study at Sheffield Hallam University but returned to work, firstly in Carlisle and now at The Crown Hotel, Wetheral.

Chloe’s role includes sales and marketing for the hotel, and what she points out is that many people don’t realise that The Crown warmly welcomes non-residents as much as residents.

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Chloe Streatfeild, Sales and Marketing at The Crown Hotel, Wetheral

Feature special, with the Gazebo being a new addition and for photographs picturesque Wetheral village green is only a short step away.

What many people don’t realise is that the Crown can also cater for conferences and trade fairs, says Chloe.

If you want a roast Sunday lunch, then head to Walton’s Bar with its ‘old country pub’ feel: or just drop in for a pint. But if a more upmarket meal à deux is required, the Conservatory Restaurant holds an AA Rosette for ‘fine dining and excellent service’.

Residents and Leisure Club members can enjoy a swim in the pool, an exercise class, or a session in the gym, but if you prefer to relax, a massage in the Beauty Rooms is available: or you could treat yourself to a Pamper Day of treatments and therapies.

Hotels are obvious venues for weddings but the gardens at The Crown provide something extra-

The variety that the hotel can offer is reflected in her role. Following the regular morning meeting at about 10a.m., when the hotel is normally at its quietest, it’s then all systems go: “One minute we could be organising a wedding ceremony and breakfast for 60 people and then move on to organising a conference for 100 - but that’s why I enjoy this job. Every day is different and the phone never stops ringing!”

She also appreciates the way the staff work well as a team to ensure things run smoothly and judging by the hotel’s accolades on TripAdvisor, it’s a winning team.

The wedding season being almost fully booked, Christmas is the next big occasion of the year: and Chloë says that already evenings are getting booked up. So if you’re organising your work Christmas party, why not wander down to the Crown, grab that pint in Walton’s, and have a look around to soak up the atmosphere and see for yourself what a lovely venue it really is.

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Haydn gets creative

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estival director Jonathan Millican’s excellent choice is Haydn’s Creation, an oratorio using the bible and John Milton’s epic poem, Paradise Lost, as the basis for its libretto (lyrics).

Creation features some amazing chorus work with a vast array of emotions and sounds. It keeps both singers and listeners on their toes, and there’re some magical solos. Talented local singers have solo parts such as Susan Jordan (soprano), Kath Peacock (contralto) and Anthony Peacock (tenor).

Andrew Johnston (bass), now aged 18, remembered for his successful appearance in Britain’s Got Talent and has been working with the National Youth Choir and studying at the Royal Northern College of Music, Manchester. He’s quickly developing a rich baritone voice.

The festival offers much high-quality entertainment over six days and children are not forgotten.

Likely to appeal to them is Ruddy Amateur’s play of Wind in the Willows, directed by Will Tillotson.

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priory ruins, meaning you can ‘picnic and fetch blankets and cushions to enjoy it in comfort but It’s generally popular and places will be limited if it has to be staged indoors rather than out.

The Festival opens with a free Community Concert, and this year for the first time includes two lunchtime recitals – also free (contributions to cover costs would be welcomed). Other performances include Folk-Rock band Blackbeard’s Tea Party and a concert by talented pupils of Chetham’s School of Music. S.B •

Tickets: Cumberland Building Society branches in Brampton, Haltwhistle and Carlisle or on the door.

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Silloth Fire Station

Today’s Silloth Firefighters

Keeping Silloth safe

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HAT goes around comes around and over the past 100 years, Silloth Fire Station has played a significant role in the community.

From the late1930s to the 1950s the firefighters were also the town’s lifeboat men. Tragically, on the night of December 10, 1956, four firefighters drowned after launching the lifeboat on a very stormy night. Nowadays the fire and rescue still effects water and flood rescues and the station has continued to maintain its lifeboat connection over the years, with some firefighters acting as volunteer crewmen on what is now an RNLI lifeboat.

The fire station was built in 1943 and to compliment the two appliance bays was altered in 1969 to incorporate a drill yard and tower. It is staffed by firefighters employed on the retained (on call) duty system, who provide crewing for two fire engines. One pump is based on a Land Rover, which is needed to gain access to remote rural of difficult locations, which traditional fire engines can’t reach.

In addition to residential risks, there are four elderly people’s homes, and seven holiday camps, which during the summer months can considerably increase the population of the town.

There is also a small, but busy dock, which apart from accepting small fishing vessels, also handles thousands of tonnes of imports and exports during the year, which bring their own inherent dangers.

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Like all other fire stations, Silloth retained firefighters are involved in a wide range of community safety activities, such as carrying out home safety visits and providing road awareness training to local schools, as well as taking an active part in community life in the town.

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he dramatic ruins of Kirklinton Hall with its 14 acres of gardens are once again open to the public after the launch, this April, of the first phase of a long-term restoration project.

The buildings and landscaped gardens near Longtown are open on Sundays and Bank Holidays from noon to -5pm. It is also available to hire for events, weddings, parties, Forest School visits or outdoor theatre.

Visitors are encouraged to bring picnics, and home-made cakes and drinks are available to buy.

The Faerie Glen, a romantic woodland walk including three bridges over the Cleughside Beck, leading to the river Lyne, is particularly lovely.

The Hall has had a long and colourful history since its construction in the 1670s. It was designed for Joseph Appleby, by Edward Addison, the Cumbrian architect who also built Hutton-in-the-Forrest and Lowther Castle.

Used as an RAF base at the start of the WW2 it housed a school in the 1940s and was a highprofile casino and night club from the 1950s to the

Feature 1970s featuring a glass dance floor.

Since its destruction by fire, it stood neglected until Christopher and Ilona Boyle stepped in to rescue the remains of this Grade II listed site from terminal decline.

For more information and events see website: www.kirklintonhall.co.uk

EVENTS AT KIRKLINTON HALL & GARDENS Sat May 11 Ghost Hunt with Cumbria Active Paranormal Society 10pm - 3am Sunday morning Sunday May 12, 19, 26 & 27 Grounds Open to the Public 12pm - 5pm Sat June 8 Slow Food Cumbria Lunch - Organic and Local Food 12.30pm - 6pm Sunday June 2, 9, 16, 22 & 30 Grounds Open to the Public 12pm - 5pm Sunday July 7, 14, 21, 28 Grounds Open to the Public 12pm - 5pm

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Saturday June 8

Vintage theme at 175th Cumberland Show

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N case you hadn’t noticed this year sees the 175th anniversary of the county’s premier agricultural event, The Cumberland Show, which being held for the fourth year at Carlisle Racecourse, on Saturday June 8.

Naturally enough nostalgia will be a recurring theme and show secretary, Donella Rosario said that there would be a vintage vehicle section for the first time together with a vintage parade involving people in period costume… especially that of farmers.

Another feature will be the return of the comical and popular Shetland Pony Grand National, in which a number of heats produce finalist for an ultimate showdown later, in the south of England.

Despite the tough winter experienced by farmers normal levels of entries are expected in most agricultural classes and organisers will be watching the attendance with particular interest, to get an accurate assessment.

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Last year the show day was, advanced from its former July date, to become one of the first shows on the agricultural calendar. It also helps the show sit better with similar events in Yorkshire, Wales and Scotland. But, because it took place immediately after the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations, “Jubilee fatigue” was evident so this year’s attendance is

expected provide a more typical average figure.

If you have an interest in agriculture, horses, good food, and the countryside or just want a great fun day out, you’ll enjoy to a show which attracts hundreds of animals of all kinds. A free Stagecoach bus service will run to and from the show throughout the day at 20 minute intervals from the town centre bus station and The Crescent.

And to mark the anniversary there’s a bargain price to be had on advance tickets for adults who can save £4 per person. Getting them beforehand will cost £10 each whereas it will be £14 at the gate, on the day. Under-16s get in free if supervised by an adult. If you buy an advance ticket before May 31 you’ll also get a free ticket to the evening races on Monday, June 3.

Carlisle Racecourse, is at Durdar Road, Carlisle, CA2 4TS where parking will be free.

Buy advance tickets at all Cumberland Building Society branches, Walby Farm Park, Borderway Mart or the NFU Office, both at Rosehill.

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How Carlisle makes

horses happier

By Chris Breen

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VER wondered what happens to all those former racehorses… the sort that I usually back; that never win and aren’t used for breeding purposes?

Well many, from all over the country, arrive in Carlisle, at The Racehorse Rescue Centre (RRC) which gives them a safe, secure environment and re-trains them to be rehomed to caring and permanent homes.

The Centre does not receive any support from the racing authorities and instead relies solely on donations from companies, a generous public and its trustees. It is run entirely by volunteers so that money raised goes directly to the horses and isn’t spent on salaries.

But the Centre doesn’t just help the horses; it also works to aid the community by providing free programs for disadvantaged groups such as the disabled and low-income families. Via a series of planned, horse-assisted therapy courses they also aim to help injured soldiers and those suffering from depression or trauma.

The centre, which is also a registered charity serving the whole UK, also provides work-experience programs for college students, and people on benefits, by providing references, to those who have been on courses, to help them gain employment, the RRC also likes to work with other charities to help them fulfil their objectives and it actively lobbies to improve the law on animal welfare.

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Nigel Wood from the Centre, said: “By rescuing former racehorses we give them a secure, safe environment and the chance to move on once they have finished racing, saving them from possible slaughter. We also give advice internationally and help other rescues on diets and training using our methods of success”.

“Horses that come to the Centre are allowed to socialise with the other horses to build up development and confidence. We re-train ex-racehorses to their best ability and find new caring homes. Other horses that work well with our programs stay at the Centre to help the community programmes involving disadvantaged groups.

The Centre is also home to older horses that can’t be re-homed. It does not sell horses on and keeps ownership for the remainder of their lives and has been rescuing former racehorses for the past 25 years. It created the charity in 2010 to stimulate awareness of the problem and get the community more involved.

“We believe it has a bright future thanks to the hard work the volunteers put in and with the support of the community throughout the UK we hope to continue to grow,” Nigel told us.

The Racehorse Rescue Centre is at The Glen, Carlisle, Westlinton, Carlisle, CA6 6AB. Tel: 0776 602 7162. www.racehorserescue.org.uk 27

MARY TURNS

PERFORMERS INTO

SINGERS

by Sarah Briggs

IF YOU THINK ALL OPERA SINGERS ARE BIG AND FAT, À LA PAVAROTTI, THEN THINK AGAIN. The trend nowadays is towards opera stars who can sing, act and look the part.Vocally less vibrato (wobble on the voice) is preferred, so perhaps as bodies have stopped wobbling so have voices.

Mary Hitch is a prime example of a slim, elegant singer with a massive, gorgeously warm, rich voice, and a range which has allowed her to sing both alto and soprano parts.

She now lives in Carlisle and teaches at the University of Cumbria, taking students who may have little or no musical experience and developing them potentially into professional musicians.

Mary’s career started spectacularly when she was the first female choral scholar to be accepted at the University of Cambridge, where she read English with History at Clare College.

There she mixed with famous musicians such as composer John Rutter, before moving on to the Royal College of Music in London to do a post-graduate diploma, and then to the Royal Northern College of Music, in Manchester, on a scholarship, and sang with groups such as The Cambridge Singers.

Yet despite the fantastic voice and a promising career ahead of her, she struggled emotionally. Singing professionally, full-time, depressed her: she thinks she just

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She won various illustrious honours such as the Wagner Society Award, the prize for which included travelling to Los Angeles to perform, and the Peter Moores Scholarship, which took her to Italy for a month, but was happier working in more collaborative fields.

A period in London, working in publishing, led her to meet her husband, David Sutton, a pianist: by the time she was expecting their first baby Mary was singing full-time again but feeling depressed.

The loss of the baby at 21 weeks of pregnancy added to her sadness and rather than continuing with singing she took a job at Lancaster University, teaching two days per week and picking up freelance bits and pieces. Two daughters followed and life began to feel better.

However with two young children, and a husband about to retire, freelance work was insecure so Mary began looking for other work. She thought she might enjoy working in a university and in 2002, got a job teaching singing on the Performing Arts course at Cumbria Institute of the Arts which has now developed into a Joint Honours Music Theatre course at the University of Cumbria.

All genres of music are taught, and Mary points out that some music theatre is far harder to sing and perform than opera, and describes how the students are taken from contemporary musicals through Gershwin, Sondheim, Ivor Novello and Gilbert and Sullivan into classical and then grand opera. She recounts the time that students performed a Puccini quartet in a portable building, in plain clothes rather than costume, and the entire audience was in floods of tears. Mary has found a job she loves.

The course remains one of the most highly-regarded in the UK, often being oversubscribed. Mary speaks proudly about how it attracts students from all over the country, most of whom are 18-year-olds straight from school, unlike the general profile of entrants to the University.

On graduating some choose to stay in Cumbria: others travel abroad and Mary keeps in touch with them through Facebook. Generally the students love Carlisle and Cumbria, although bemoaning the fact that there is neither an Arts Centre nor a swimming pool at the Sands and that opportunities to perform can be limited. Her musicallytalented daughters attend William Howard School, Brampton where opportunities are wider-ranging.

But despite any shortcomings the Sutton family loves Cumbria and Carlisle and Mary’s enthusiasm for her students, and the course on which she teaches, abounds… and, as she says: “the dog walks are fab”.

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OT everyone knows it but you can save money when you buy a combined ticket for Northern / Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway – known locally as the Ratty.

You can travel the Cumbrian Coast Line with Northern, then steam to the hills on the Ratty from Ravenglass to the foot of England’s highest mountain.

The coast line links the border and cathedral city of Carlisle in the north with the maritime and shipping building town of Barrow-in-Furness in the south and is itself a very scenic journey.

You save money when you buy a combined Northern / Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway ticket. Adults save £4 and children save £2 when a through return ticket is purchased - there are even further discounts for Railcard holders.

Take Adult Anytime Day Return fares as an example: Combined fares for travelling with Northern to Ravenglass and a day’s unlimited travel on the Ratty, cost from Barrow-in-Furness: £17.40; Carlisle: £22.70; Grange-over-Sands: £22.80; Maryport: £17 and Whitehaven: £14.20.

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£589k to boost

‘Roman tourism’ Photography by David Taylor

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£589,000 grant, to develop eco-tourism in North and West Cumbria, has been made to the Hadrian’s Wall Trust by Defra, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.

It is to cover tourism activity which incorporates nature and wildlife, walking and cycling, local produce and accommodation, all linked to the new “Hadrian’s Wall Country” brand.

The Trust, based in Hexham, has set up a satellite office in Maryport, and a new post of project manager has been created to lead work with local businesses.

Rural Affairs Minister, Richard Benyon, told us: “Hadrian’s Wall is a world-class heritage site and a great place to experience our iconic countryside.

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We want to help aspiring local businesses and this £589,000 grant will help them make the most of the opportunities brought to the area by thousands of visitors every year.

“Our heritage sites and countryside are a real draw for holidaymakers and sightseers. There is a big opportunity to grow the rural economy through tourism. That is why we are putting in £25 million to promote it across the country.”

Linda Tuttiett, chief executive of the Hadrian’s Wall Trust added: “The 150 mile Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site is the whole of the Roman frontier zone - including the Roman coastal defences at Ravenglass, Whitehaven, Workington, Maryport and Bowness-on-Solway, the western end of

Feature Hadrian’s Wall – and we want more visitors to come to West and North Cumbria, including the rural areas of Bewcastle, Lanercost and Brampton east of Carlisle.

“The aims is to help local businesses grow sustainably through their association with the world heritage site, and to help visitors value and get more from the world heritage site through improved interpretation, access and signage.

Overall the Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site attracts visitors to spend over £880 million a year and it’s hoped that much more growth will now be encouraged at the western end of the frontier and that local Cumbrian businesses benefit and thrive.”

The 150 mile Hadrian’s Wall World Heritage Site runs from the western Roman coastal defences at Ravenglass, through Whitehaven, Workington and Maryport to Bowness-on-Solway, along Hadrian’s Wall through Carlisle and Hexham to Newcastle, Wallsend and South Shields.

It represents the borderline of the Roman Empire at its furthest extent in the 2nd century AD. It stretched from the west coast of northern Britain, through Europe to the Black Sea, and from there to the Red Sea and across North Africa to the Atlantic coast.

The Hadrian’s Wall Trust is launching a five-month celebration of the amazing range of things to do in the outdoors across the 150 miles of Hadrian’s Wall Country, from Ravenglass in the west to South Shields in the east. From May to September walking, cycling, climbing, nature trails, guided tours, heritage, sea kayaking, fishing, bird watching, talks, local produce, community events and festivals – in fact anything that gets people out and about into the landscape – will take centre stage in promoting Hadrian’s Wall Country and its varied and beautiful scenery.

The celebration is part of a long-term campaign to establish Hadrian’s Wall as a leading eco-tourist world heritage site.

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RAVELLING parallel with the Solway Coast many people notice the mass of radio masts at Anthorn… but what do they actually do – and why are they there, on this remote Cumbrian peninsula to the northeast of Silloth and 13 miles west of Carlisle?

From signals to submarines and pips to the people, the former World War 2 naval airbase makes Anthorn essential to all sorts of national and international systems and services.

Controlled by computers, Anthorn Radio Station is located on a remote peninsula, overlooking the Solway Firth, and nowadays is operated by Babcock International with whom former operators VT Communications are now merged. It has three transmitters: one VLF; (very low frequency) one LF (low frequency and an eLORAN (Enhanced LOng RAnge Navigation) transmitter.

The characteristic triangular pattern of roads is a remnant from the World War II military airfield operated by the Royal Navy Air Service as HMS Nuthatch.

RNAS Air stations were often named after birds and Bootle Transfer Station - near Millom - was HMS Macaw. Anthorn operated well past WWII as No:1 ARDU (Aircraft Receipt and Despatch Unit), a unit that accepts aircraft from their manufacturers and prepares them for operational use – and the last ‘official’ aircraft left the runway in November 1957. The base was put into ‘mothballs’, finally closing in March 1958.

In 1961 the site was chosen to become a NATO VLF transmitting site for communicating with submarines. Construction of the site, by Continental Electronics of Dallas, U.S.A., began in 1962. The station was accepted on behalf of the MoD in November 1964.

HMS Nuthatch, was active during World War II and until 1957.

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An Loran receiver on a vessel

Feature The VLF transmitter is now used primarily for transmitting orders to submarines on 19.6 kHz. Its call-sign is GQD. VLF transmissions are relatively unaffected by atmospheric nuclear explosions and Anthorn was once part of the link between Filingdales early warning radar, North Yorkshire, and the United States’ air defence system.

It is a NATO facility, controlled from Northwood Headquarters along with three other VLF transmitters in Norway, Germany and Italy.

In accordance with the procedure for NATO projects, the project was the subject of a competition among the organisation’s member countries. The British Post Office, acting as technical adviser and agent of the Ministry of Defence, chose the site, negotiated the contract and supervised the work, with the assistance of the Ministry of Public Building and Works.

The contract was placed on Oct 26, 1961 with Continental Electronics Systems Incorporated of Dallas, Texas. This firm had already built a similar but much larger station in Maine, USA. Work began in 1962 and the station was accepted on behalf of the MoD in November 1964.

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) has installed three atomic clocks at Anthorn and in 2007 Britain’s national time signal transmissions (known to many of us as the BBC “pips” have come from there.

The signal is widely used in the transport and financial services sectors, among others. Banks use it to calculate to the last second how long they have held interest-bearing balances; Network Rail uses it to help the trains run on time and for power generators the signal helps to coordinate switching output from one station to another. The time signal is also used by speed cameras and by digital set-top boxes.

Monitoring and logging of the clocks and control of the transmissions is by Internet link from the NPL offices at Teddington, Middlesex, using comparison with GPS (Global Positioning System) signals at both locations. Signal monitoring is by radio.

To ensure accuracy, dynamic adjustment of the aerial according to local conditions (such as wind distortion) is controlled from computers on-site.

The General Lighthouse Authorities for Britain and Ireland have contracted VT Communications to develop eLORAN (enhanced LORAN) radio navigational aid for mariners and that transmitter is also at Anthorn.

The antenna system consists of 13 masts, each 227 metres (745ft) tall, which are arranged in two rings around the central mast. The VLF antenna consists of four rhombic antennas hung on large insulators on the masts, which are all grounded. The Low Frequency antenna is a T-antenna spun between two masts.

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Stripes to shape

Patterns are still fundamental to our wardrobes and the combination of bold colours and clashing prints are still prominent. Stripes are prevalent (Marc Jacobs, Louis Vuitton, Daks, Asos) and you can select a striped design to suit your shape. As a rule horizontal lines broaden (good for making your chest look fuller, defining shoulders or hips) and vertical lines streamline (make you look taller). The monochrome trend is still going strong, but if you think black is too harsh on your skin tone then opt for navy and white patterns stripes instead (French Connection, Karen Millen, Gant.)

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Wedges are back on the catwalk! ‘Hooray’ I hear you all scream – yep, we can wear heals AND walk in them all day.You’ll notice there has been an abundance of trainer wedges too (Isabel Marant, Kurt Geiger, River Island, Office).You can also dig out those rough and ready cowboy boots as they are back in all high street shops for good (Mango, Asos, River Island, Next.)

Colours

Blue tones are still all the rage on the catwalk but to complement a spring palette there are a lot of pale icy blues.

Another trend is neon (Dior, Chanel, Erdem). It takes a lot to wear florescent pink t-shirt and that is why High street designers have adapted catwalk inspirations so that they are more appealing to the masses. Neon shoes (Sensor, Office) and the odd detail in a garment is much more understated and chic. Tangerine orange is slowly creeping into lots of collections too (Lacoste,Victoria Beckham, Zara) and it is said to be THE key colour in a few weeks.

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Nail varnish sales have rocketed and the days of Barbie pink are over. Now all the girls in the office compare nail art, your mum has grey Shellac nails and you always have a colour on right? The big trend at the moment is layering.

Use a matt base colour (navy or black works well, I recommend Mavala) let it dry, then use a clear varnish with specks of chunky glitter over the top (Posh Polish from Superdrug is excellent). The effect looks amazing. If you would prefer just doing the one coat then go for a bright neon colour and be on trend that way!

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The Wedding Warehouse

Bridal Retailer of the Year 2013

Back Left to right: Janet Reay, Wendy Powell, Anna Moran, Rebecca Ferguson, Front: Wendy Coulson, Henry Taylor, Ailsa Taylor

The Wedding Warehouse Stretching your dream...

Photography: Jim Davis

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he Wedding Warehouse is fast developing a reputation as one of the leading bridal shops in the country. With 30 years in the business it was named Best Bridal Retailer in Cumbria 2012 and has recently won the title of Best Bridal Retailer 2013 in a national competition.

Given that the first question about any wedding is “what was the bride wearing?� picking a wedding dress is can be a daunting although largely exciting time for any bride but with the friendly and experienced team from The Wedding Warehouse to hold your hand through every element of choosing your dress, your decision will feel a little easier and become all about the fun.

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Not Your Budget

The Wedding Warehouse tries to ensure that they stock original, individual dresses by travelling across Europe to find the best quality and designs at great prices as well as commissioning their own designs and encouraging brides to be imaginative with their dress; living by their motto, Stretch your dream not your budget, dresses start at less than £200.

What really makes The Wedding Warehouse stand out from other bridal shops is its team of experienced in-house seamstresses who make any alterations; this means that final fittings for alterations can be as late as 12 weeks before the wedding.

Because The Wedding Warehouse is dedicated to making the life of their brides as easy as possible they also have a large variety of bridesmaid’s dresses in a range of sizes from 12months to a size 36, as well as suits for the groom and his groomsmen, and mothers of the bride and groom outfits. Offering a discount on bridesmaid’s dresses if the bridal gown is bought from The Wedding Warehouse.

The advantage of buying the bridesmaid’s dresses and groomsmen’s outfits from the same place is that it is possible to get a perfect colour match as well as this The Wedding Warehouse can have shoes dyed to the exact colourway.

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Appointments are not necessary although are preferred, especially on a Thursday when the store opens late, as well as weekends, which book up five to six weeks in advance. While they recommend that you start looking for your dress 12-18 months before the big day as some dresses can take up to 11 months to be ordered in but it has been known for a bride to purchase a dress on the morning of her wedding!

The Wedding Warehouse’s services don’t merely stop on the day of the wedding, they also offer an aftercare service whereby any minor damages which have occurred throughout the big day can be repaired by the seamstresses before the dress is sent to be cleaned and pressed.

From tiara to underwear (for both bride and groom) The Wedding Warehouse offers everything a bride to be could ask for in a bridal shop.

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Make Up & Hair Artist Bridget Foster

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ery soon I will be posting video blogs and picture blogs. I will be aiming at Cumbrian women and girls, helping them find the right products to achieve beautiful looks.

Most of my kit I have built up from when I worked in London, many brands I love and use are not available in Cumbria, just online. Sometimes it’s nice to feel cosmetic textures and see the colours with your own eyes. I have been searching to discover a range of different beauty products available for everybody. So my blog will be about what’s on my dressing table.

Here’s a little snapshot of products I’m using at the moment.

Nspa Melting Cleanser £4

I often find myself having a little browse in Asda after a gym session... collecting a mascara or hair spray!

I spotted this little gem!!! Npsa Melting Cleanser.

If you have been reading my articles in The Whitehaven

Guide, you will know I am a fan of essential oil cleansers.

Oil or Balm based cleansers, in my opinion are the best and most effective way of cleansing. Most people turn their nose up at the thought of oil. Take note... Essential Oils not sunflower oil.

Oil-based cleansers balance oily skin and dry skin. Perfect for all skin types. The Nspa Cleanser is exclusive to Asda.

They have introduced a Spa range with essential oils and paraben free.

I tried the cleanser and I can honestly say it was delicious!

The sent of Neroli and Grapeseed Oil was amazing!

Apply the gel to a dry skin removing all traces of make up and then massage into a milk with water. I would have priced this around the £30 plus mark with the scent, texture and effectiveness.

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Nspa Deep Hydrating facial Oil £4

As I was so impressed with the cleanser, I nipped back a few days later (also purchasing a lovely bottle of red) and decided to try the facial oil. I prefer to apply facial oils at night only because it does take longer for oils to sink into the skin, making you massage and stimulate the skin, encouraging blood circulation. Again I loved the scent of Ginseng and woke up with soft, hydrated skin.

Urban Decay Eye Primer £14 Debenhams

I was in search of a new cream light reflective base for my kit and had used Laura Mercier for ages. However I had done some research and thought I would try the Urban Decay as I could nip into Debenhams and have a little play with it before buying it.

Fantastic, you only need a tiny amount and it’s the easiest product to apply. Fingers I think work best. I will be going back to get the other shades.

Emma who works on Urban Decay was very helpful and let me try their Naked Foundation. It does excatly what it says on the packaging! It is £27.

Weightless and very sheer in texture but very good coverage with the light diffusing formula. I felt like I was wearing nothing on my skin and yet my skin looked natural and flawless.

Great foundation that can be applied lightly or bulit up to a full coverage. It also stayed looking fresh all day (including the gym). The sample she gave me included four different shades, so no excuse forgetting the wrong colour. Secondly, great if you fake tan! So thanks Emma for introducing me to that!

Urban Decay Supercurl Mascara £15

Emma also introduced me to the mascara. I have tried loads of mascaras and to be honest I try them out for the benefit of my clients or models not me. My eyelashes are like a camel’s and curl up with my favourite Max Factor 2000 Calories mascara.

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clumpy mascara. Very clean and precise with good definition.

Great for a beauty shoot. We all have different requirements when it comes to mascara. It’s a personal product.

Super Drug B range Make Up. Lip stick £6.99

Super Drug has launched a new skincare and make up range.

The range looks lovely, clear and affordable. The make up range was small but had some beautiful products including a moisturising lipstick range.

My favourite lipstick of all is Camillia by Chantecaille. I’m constantly scraping out the product with a brush to use on brides!

It is just the most perfect colour and texture. Natural, sheer, nude pink that completes a look. However it was a bit pricey at £33. So, that has actually been my mission to find a cheaper alternative or a range of lipsticks with a similar texture.

I pulled out colour 021 in Dollis House. A pink nude, a cooler shade to my Camilla. A fraction of the price at £6.99. However, I really liked the colour, great for younger girls who need a lip colour to complete and complement a brown or black smokey eye. Perfect colour to go into spring and to co ordinate the lilac greys or pinks I have seen in River Island or H&M.

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Many people have problems with their weight and body shape. It is a very common problem and often results in a lifelong battle. We are now able to offer a revolutionay solution to the problems of excessive weight and poor body shape which not only enables you to reliably, predictably and quickly achieve your ideal wight and to stabilise it at that new level, but at the same time, without any surgery, helps to re-shape and contour your body, smooth the subcutaneous tissue and firm and tighten your skin.

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FASHION trend which makes men look like a typical geography teacher has become the most unlikely success of the year.

Sales of tweed jackets, especially those with elbow patches, cord trousers, and cardigans have gone through the roof – and are still rising.

Celebrities too have been taking up the style, including Jarvis Cocker, Tinie Tempah, Princes’ William and Harry, Dr Who actor Matt Smith, model David Gandy, TV presenter Rick Edwards and Pixie Lott’s model beau, Oliver Cheshire.

Currently up on the year are tweed blazers by nearly 100%, cord trousers, knitwear with elbow patches and the humble brown brogue which has seen sales soar by 134%.

Influenced by designers such as Burberry Prorsum, Paul Smith and Prada, the so-called geography teacher trend was seen across the catwalks.

The look has also translated into womenswear with tweed blazers, elbow patches and cord worn by the likes of Alexa Chung and Taylor Swift leading the way.

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Williamson opened DreamsDay Spa in 2007 Aileen and has enjoyed 25 years in the Beauty Industry.

Aileen specialises in an advanced form of electrolysis for removal of thread veins, skin tags and millia but she also has a passion for makeup, especially wedding makeup. Aileen loves to create a flawless complexion and enhance the natural beauty of her clientele. She is proud of her dedicated team of therapists at DreamsDay Spa who have recently won The Pevonia Day Spa of 2012 title and were also finalists with the Good Spa Guide 2012.

Emma Short has been with DreamsDay Spa for four years. Emma worked during her beauty therapy training and has developed an outstanding skill level in beauty therapy. Emma enjoys the world of nails, eyelash extensions, high-definition eyebrows and bespoke waxing. Emma will be one of DreamsDay Spa’s team for our Golden Week (in June) and looks forward to inviting her clients to join her.

Bryony Pollard joined the DreamsDay Spa team last year, six months after leaving college and has a real talent for her profession. She really enjoys the Pevonia body wraps and will also be one of the team in our June Golden Week.

Bryony has recently studied Pevonia’s advanced Time for Mum training and prides herself on our specialised treatments for mums-to-be. Bryony is also one of our bespoke waxing therapists.

Carrie Ogilvie also joined the DreamsDay Spa team a year ago and has grown in confidence with Pevonia skin care and really prides herself in the Pevonia specialised facials. Carrie trained recently in hot stone massage and eyelash extensions. Carrie shares a love of Bare Escentuals make-up and is working closely with Aileen on the busy summer of wedding make-ups. Carrie is our in-house nail art specialist and particularly enjoys designing nail art for our clients.

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Dalston Pharmacy is the best place to start your holidays

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OU don’t always need vaccinations to travel abroad and if you do, the recommended vaccinations may vary.

They will depend on which country you’re visiting and, in some cases, which part of the country; the season or time of year when you’ll be travelling, for example the rainy season; whether you’ll be staying in a rural area or an urban or developed area; what you’ll be doing during your stay; how long you’ll be staying and your age and health.

So the best plan is to get advice in good time about what you need in in relation to your circumstances and Dalston Pharmacy is ideally placed to help you decide and, in many cases, administer whatever is necessary.

According to the NHS you should get advice about vaccinations at least eight weeks before you’re due to travel.

It’s so that if you do need new vaccinations, some jabs have to be given well in advance to work properly, “and it isn’t a good idea to have them just before you leave because they can make you feel unwell,” pointed out Mark Staikam, owner of Dalston Pharmacy.

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to a week before travelling. Some precautionary measures can be taken just a day or two beforehand but in order to be certain best book a consultation with Dalston Pharmacy.

You will also need to make sure your existing vaccinations for the UK are up to date, such as polio and tetanus. If not get advice about arranging booster jabs.

Among other advisory services offered by Dalston Pharmacy is ED (erectile dysfunction) consultation. It’s an extremely common condition that can be treated but many men struggle to talk about it and avoid seeing their GP. Dalston Pharmacy has a private consultation room where you can speak to a pharmacist in confidence and get the advice you need.

If you are eligible for ED medication you can buy it there and then and even get a health check to see if there are other more serious underlying conditions. So speak to Dalston Pharmacy today and ask for a chat in the private consultation room. The service is also offered at their other branches in Carlisle, Lockerbie and Langholm.

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HE cost of medical treatment abroad is enough to make you ill, new research reveals.

Soaring health charges mean that travellers jetting off without insurance risk paying hundreds of pounds for a minor ailment – or thousands for a stay in hospital – even though cover can cost under a fiver.

Around six million people a year, still take the gamble, according to industry estimates.

But a recent study of common medical problems around the world shows that scrimping on travel insurance can be a costly mistake. In the USA treatment for a broken leg could cost £6,000. In India a minor op in a private hospital would be £1,200; an airlift back to the UK, just from Europe, could cost £10,000; heart-attack needing bypass surgery could cost £140,000 in the US; £10,000 in India and gastroenteritis – the most common reason for a hospital stay abroad – raises an average bill of £1,200 A European Health Insurance Card covers basic health care in Europe but not extras and in several countries it covers only 75% of the cost and those who do have insurance often ‘forget’ to declare existing medical conditions to get a cheaper insurance quote which can be a real false economy if you end up footing the entire bill for treatment.

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umbria Dance is a Carlisle dance school that’s leading the way in dance education and training.

Based in the Atlas Works building, Denton Holme, Cumbria Dance offers regular weekly classes in ballet, modern, tap, jazz and drama for children from pre-school age through to a professional standard. Cumbria Dance teachers also deliver curriculum dance in primary and secondary schools and pre-school settings and INSET and curriculum development work for teachers.

Pre-school classes introduce children to basic steps and encourage imaginative use of movement through music, songs and stories.

Classes are taught by a specialised Early Years teacher. Creative and fun Modern Theatre and Tap dance classes explore all the different styles whereas structured ballet classes aim to develop a sense of enjoyment, dance quality and musical awareness along with ballet technique.

All examinations are recognised by Ofqual and vocational examinations for older students carry UCAS points. Cumbria Dance students have moved into full-time training at vocational dance and performing arts institutions and in to leading universities.

Our drama group Cumbria Drama, gives high-qual-

ity training and our junior group enables children to explore drama through poems, puppets, plays and improvisation.

The senior group gets to further explore drama techniques including improvisation, acting, devised thematic work, speech development and directing.

Students may work towards examinations in acting and the speaking of verse and prose with LAMDA examinations. Past productions include: Oliver Twist, The Jungle Book, The Railway Children and Peter Pan. Though there is no legislation to ensure children are taught by qualified dance teachers ours do have nationally recognised teaching qualifications and are registered with the Council for Dance Education and Training (CDET) so that exams our students take are recognised in the UK and abroad.

If your child is interested in joining us telephone 01228 599440 and speak to Rachel or Debbie who will be pleased to help.

Atlas Works, Nelson Street, Carlisle, CA2 5NB Tel: 01228 599440 www.cumbriadance.com info@cumbriadance.com

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Last Roll for the healthy eater...

Words & Photography by Alan Spedding

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really don’t know what’s getting into me these days? mid life crisis? A bang on the head perhaps? Another issue of The Guide and yet ‘another’ healthy eating recipe... this has to stop.

Normally I’m doing you all nice, mega calorie, laden comfort puddings and cakes so make the most of this recipe because from the next issue I’ll be going unhealthy again... It will definitely be a very fattening pudding Oooooozing carbs.

Last summer I was in Saigon, Vietnam, and it was a holiday on which I actually lost weight. This was due to the very healthy eating regime they have over there. Lots and lots of fresh fruit and salad produce,

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big bowls of steaming hot “Pho”, an aromatic beef broth with meats, vegetables and herbs.

Succulent grilled meats cooked over hot coals and fish landed straight from the rivers and on to the charcoal fires, it was truly amazing food but by the end of my holiday I found it a little too ‘over the top’ healthy. I craved calories badly and the welcome sight of the coconut cream curries were more than embraced on my stopover in Bangkok during my journey home.

Follow Alan at: www.alanspedding.co.uk www.cumbriafoodie.wordpress.com

A very quick and easy recipe I picked up while in Saigon is the one I have re-created here. Rice paper rolls with an Asian dipping sauce. It’s very quick, very easy, and mega healthy. Literally any meat can be used to fill the rolls, I used prawns and smoked chicken breast for mine. Sliced mango, and shredded vegetables are also perfect to add. I like to include a few aromatic fresh herbs such as mint and coriander leaves for a burst of flavour. The dipping sauce adds yet another flavour dimension and incorporates all the taste sensations which make up the six flavours of Asian cuisine - Sweetness, Sourness,

Saltiness, Bitterness, Hotness and Umami (The Beautiful Taste). Simply

add all of the sauce ingredients together and then stir to incorporate and that’s it.

The rice paper rolls come in packets of 50 and cost roughly £2.50 in a Chinese supermarket or off the internet. They simply require dipped quickly into warm water for a couple of seconds and they’re ready to roll.

Now the whole recipe here is simplicity itself, fun for the kids to have a go at and absolutely zero cooking skills required. Pack the rolls with BBQ pork strips, ham, chicken, smoked salmon, rice noodles, veg of any description, salad leaves.

Basically there’s no limits as to what you can do... and for the record 60-80 calories per roll... mega healthy.

Dipping Sauce Ingredients 3 tbsp of fresh lime juice 3 tbsp of sweet chilli sauce 1 tsp of finely minced garlic 2 tsp of fish sauce 2 tsp of soft brown sugar 2 tbsp of finely sliced spring onions 49

DUCK RED CURRY (with pineapple) Serves 3-4

Ingredients 2 tbsp Vegetable Oil ½ tbsp Thai Red curry paste (add more if you like it spicy) 2-3 Dried Kaffir lime leaves 400 ml Thai Coconut milk (1can) 200 ml Chicken stock 300 g. Roast duck sliced ½ tbsp Palm sugar or 1tbs granulated sugar ½ tbsp Thai Fish sauce or salt Pineapple and cherry tomato

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Method

1. Oil in a wok. (Medium Heat) 2. In with curry paste and Kaffir lime leaves.

3. Stir well to combine and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.

4. Add Coconut milk and simmer for 2 minutes.

5. Season with palm sugar and fish sauce.

6. Simmer over a medium heat for 10 minutes.

7. Add chicken/duck stock.

8. Add vegetables and cook for about five minutes or until the vegetables are cooked.

9. Add Cooked Roast Duck and heat for a few minutes.

10. Taste, then adjust the seasoning if necessary.

11. Serve with Thai Jasmine Steamed Rice.

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Minty Lamb Cobbler Serves 6

Herdwick sheep are the native breed of the central and western Lake District and the high fells have been their home for generations. The breed was saved and championed by Mrs Heelis, better known as Beatrix Potter, who bought and preserved a number of farms in the Lakes which are now owned by the National Trust.

The hardiness of this “hard foraging� breed makes for more flavoursome meat with a rich, gamy flavour which is perfect for braising or cooking slowly.

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Ingredients

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900g Herdwick lamb neck fillets cut into chunks, (or alternatively recipe can also be made using trimmed and diced lamb shoulder or leg.)

200g smoked streaky bacon, cut into chunks 1tbsp sunflower oil 350g shallots, peeled and halved 4 carrots cut into chunks 350g small button mushrooms 2tbsp plain flour 1tsp chopped fresh thyme 1tbsp mint sauce 3 bay leaves 350ml red wine 350ml lamb or beef stock 1tbsp Worcestershire sauce

FOR THE TOPPING 350g self-raising flour 2tbsp of finely chopped fresh herbs such as thyme, rosemary and parsley 200g chilled butter 3tbsp water 1 egg

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 180c / gas 4.

In a casserole dish or pan, fry the bacon in the sunflower oil until it starts to brown, add the lamb and continue frying until the lamb is nicely browned then with a slotted spoon remove to a plate. Next add the shallots, carrot and mushrooms and fry until they start to colour.

Add the meat back to the pan along with the flour and stir. Add the red wine, stock, thyme, bay leaves, mint sauce and Worcestershire sauce. If using a pan, transfer to a casserole dish and cover. Cook in the oven for about 1 hour 15 minutes.

While the casserole is cooking, make the topping. Tip the flour into a bowl with the chopped herbs, season with salt and milled pepper. Add the chilled butter in cubes and rub together until you have a crumb. Add the water and gently bring together to form a soft dough. Lightly roll on a floured surface to about 1/2cm thick, cut out circles using a 7cm cutter. You can re-roll the trimmings gently to make more dumplings.

After 1 hour 15 minutes, remove the casserole from the oven and place the dumplings on top. Brush with a little beaten egg or milk and bake for a further 40 minutes until the dumplings are golden.

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India Gate

Buffet style restaurant offering a sophisticated dinning experience with charming staff makes sure that customers come back for more. The building has been transformed to a sophisticated restaurant to offer a pleasant experience whatever the occasion.

Indiagate dishes are derived from traditional Moghul cuisine cooked in the authentic tandoor oven style of North West India. Executive Chefs regulary devise new and seasonal dishes to keep updated menus innovative and modern. Open Monday - Sunday: 11.30am - 10pm

Offering a sophisticated dining experience...

30/34 Bochergate, Carlisle, CA1 1QS T. 01228 819409 www.indiagate-carlisle.co.uk E. reservations@indiagate-carlisle.co.uk

La Mezzaluna

Restaurant and Bar

Roberto and staff welcome you to a truly authentic slice of family life at the friendly La Mezzaluna Restaurant and Bar. Happy Hour takes place from Noon till 7pm, when you can take advantage of our Happy Hour Menu for just ÂŁ5 Desserts, coffees, wines, cocktails, spirits and beers are available to accompany your meal.

Booking advisable

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Le Gall Cafe Bar Open 7 Days a week. Food served from 9am Large choice and varied menu. Also Daily Special Board Gluten Free Menu Available Private Room available for hire, contact for further details Wines l Draught Beers l Spirits l Cocktails

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Double check

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of your car

A RARITY: The Nissan 370Z outperformed the published average miles by gallon by 6.8%

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HERE is a significant difference between official fuel economy information and vehicles’ actual performance, according to a new study by What Car? magazine.

Research reveals that 95.5% of cars do not match the Government’s economy figures, with an average miles per gallon shortfall of 17%. So-called city cars and superminis were the vehicle types with the biggest disparity, What Car? said.

Despite often being advertised as efficient, city cars had fuel economy shortfall of 23.3%, while the difference for superminis was almost 25%. SUVs demonstrated the lowest shortfall in What Car?’s 56

Motoring tests, coming in at 12.9% below the Government’s average.

The magazine said it reviewed more than 500 new cars on real roads to arrive at its results - in contrast to the official research which is conducted in laboratories.

What Car?’s testing also revealed that some vehicles did deliver the expected miles per gallon, while others exceeded it. The Mazda 3 outperformed the published average miles by gallon by almost 10%, while the Nissan 370Z exceeded it by 6.8%.

The magazine said it had launched an online tool to check cars’ fuel economy following complaints from readers about their cars’ efficiency.

Since its launch, the What Car? True MPG app has been used more than one million times.

“Expecting high fuel economy and getting the opposite can double a household’s fuel expense,” editor-in-chief Chas Hallett said.

“It is vitally important for consumers to buy the right car for their life.”

One “misconception”, he said, was that smaller cars give better fuel economy.

“But that’s not the case. If you use a smallengined car for long motorway runs every day, it will not be that economical,” he said, adding that a vehicle with a larger engine would be better.

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s Avoiding accident repair can be dangerous...

ORE than a million cashM strapped motorists are driving on Britain’s roads with accident-damaged vehicles, new research suggests.

Tens of thousands could be unaware that the safety of their vehicles has been compromised by minor prangs, according to Accident Exchange, which calculated the estimate.

As petrol prices soared, annual car travel fell by over 9 billion miles – or 2.9% – between 2006 and 2012. While the number of accidents remained largely static, the percentage reported to the authorities fell by 2.2% and the number of recorded repairs fell even more significantly – a massive 21%. That leaves an estimated 1,092,000 drivers who opted not to have their vehicles repaired following an accident in the last 12 months alone.

Analysts at Accident Exchange, which manages thousands of accidents annually, say that a combination of crippling insurance costs and squeezed household incomes have underpinned the potentially worrying trend.

With motorists maximising excesses in an effort to reduce insurance premiums, the financial impact on already stretched household incomes has seen a rise in ‘delayed repairs’.

Accident Exchange CEO, Steve Evans, said: “The double

whammy impact of losing their No Claims Discounts and paying increased excesses on insurance claims has seen the number of private settlements between fault and non-fault drivers rise. The innocent par ty is then choosing to pocket the money rather than seeking to repair what they see merely as cosmetic damage.”

For a driver with a £500 excess, cosmetic damage caused by a car parking bump or lower-speed accident is often cheaper to settle privately rather than claim through their insurance policy.

Some insurers are offering excesses as high as £750, which can dramatically reduce monthly premiums, but one in three motorists admit that they could not afford to pay the excess they agreed to on their policy.

The risk is that damage done by minor prangs is more than cosmetic and that the structural integrity of the vehicle may compromised, despite not being visible.

Components at the front of the car such as the ‘crash box’, radiator or airbag sensors, if damaged or moved even at low speeds, could compromise the effectiveness of the car’s safety features in the event of another accident.

On some models in particular, hydraulic suspension parts at the front of the car can be shifted out of place and weakened by a minor bump, greatly increasing the risk of suspension collapse later.

The ‘crash box’ is a collapsible zone at the front of the car, specifically-designed to be weaker than the structure of the passenger compartment so that, in the event of a frontal impact, it absorbs the kinetic energy of the crash rather than the occupants.

At speeds of under 10mph, this safety feature will minimise repair costs but any weakening of the crash box could hinder its ability to dampen the effect of future collisions.

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Vintage Days out

Vintage Rally takes place this year on Saturday / Sunday June 15-16.

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Dancing sheep, a Wild West re-enactment by The Lincoln County Regulators and music from the Frumptarn Guggenband are among the highlights. The band, from Barnsley, plays a style of music that originated in the 1940s around Basel & Lucerne in Switzerland and dress in striking carnival style.

There are vintage cars, tractors, motorbikes, cycles, steam engines, stationery engines, a funfair, stalls, donkey rides, a steel band, kids’ five-a-side soccer, autojumble, and much, much more.

On Sunday July 7 the West Cumbria Vintage Club’s annual rally takes place at Hayescastle Farm, Distington after a two year gap. The show didn’t run for the first time in 30 years in 2012 because of the very wet weather which had waterlogged the show field so officials are crossing every available finger that it will, Ironically 2011 had seen the hottest-ever weather for the show.

Vintage vehicles and machines of all types, autojumble, car club displays, and motor-cycles, feature with displays and sales of arts and crafts, a fairground and other activities.

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Get into ‘gear’ with Moto-Tech

Kevin Graham, Owner of Moto-Tech

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f you have ever been unfortunate enough to have a biking accident you will know the importance of motorcycle safety. Wearing the correct protective equipment can help prevent serious injury or even save your life.

Economy motorcycling is on the increase and that’s where Carlisle newest motorcycling accessories shop, Moto-Tech comes in. Opened by former mechanic and truck salesman, Kevin Graham, at the end of March, Moto-Tech offers a wide, attractively-priced range of biking essentials and accessories for everyone from commuterbikers to the serious riders of big machines; together with good advice.

Moto-Tech stocks well-known brand names such as Oxford, HJC, Alpine Stars, RST, Box, Knox, Nitro, Akito and Muc-off, offering everything from

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base layers to body armour, and helmets (HJC and Nitro) to team baseball caps and tee-shirts.

Waterproof clothing and luggage is also stocked and there’s a range of women’s motorcycle clothing available.

Kevin said: “We cover a variety of budgets so we have something to suit everyone’s pocket.”

Moto-Tech is at: Unit 5/6 Raffles Parade, Wigton Road, Carlisle, CA2 7EX. Tel: 01228 514276 Mobile: 07787 566909 Email: mototech.info@gmail.com Twitter: @moto_tech

Motoring prevent driving licence impersonation – stopping disqualified and perhaps dangerous drivers taking to our roads.”

So that can you do to make sure you don’t fall foul of the photo regulations?

Update your photo online – You can do it online at www.gov.uk/change-photo-driving-licence if you have a valid UK passport issued in the last five years.

The renewal is done using a Government Gateway ID, so if you don’t have one already you will need to register. It will cost you £20. You’ll also need your National Insurance number, your current driving licence and your addresses for the past three years.

Do it at the Post Office – You’ll need a D798 form that will either be sent to you by the DVLA or can be picked up at certain Post Offices. If you are sent a form it will list the closest Post Offices where you can renew your photo. These can also be found on the Post Office website or by calling 0845 722 3344.

You can renew your photo in the Post Office with a completed D798 form, your driving licence and paper counterpart and a fee of £20. The Post Office will charge £4.50 to process your application.

Two million face fines

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S many as 2,000,000 drivers could face £1,000 fines for failing to update the photo on their driving licence, says the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA).

The photo on your driving licence needs to be updated every 10 years and failing to do so would invalidate it and could leave you with a £1,000 fine if you are pulled by the police. But as many as two million have not updated their photo, leaving them vulnerable to a nasty surprise if stopped with an invalid driving licence. The DVLA says it sends reminders out two months before a renewal is due.

A spokesperson for the authority said: “This helps

Apply by post – You’ll again need a D798 form, a passport-style photo taken in the last month, your driving licence and a cheque or postal order for £20.

Send your application to DVLA, Swansea, SA99 1DH. When else to change your licence – Your licence also needs to be updated if you change your address or change your name for which there’s no fee.

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United must progress to bring fans back Carlisle United by Ross Brewster

Carlisle United away to Tranmere

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ITH attendances falling to levels that must worry those who hold the purse strings at Brunton Park, Carlisle United can’t afford another season of mediocrity.

While sometimes fans’ expectations exceed the reality of the club’s position, United limped towards the finishing line of the 2012-13 season, finally extricating themselves from any fears of relegation with a good three games to go thanks to a late flourish against some of League One’s top sides.

It was by no means a vintage campaign for Carlisle.

Some positives to set against the disappointments, but supporters will be looking to the close season with interest and some trepidation to ascertain just what United’s prospects are likely to be for next season.

Manager Greg Abbott, whose own contract has been a matter for surmise and has recently negotiated a new one-year contract with the club, has hinted strongly that United need two or three injections of new blood to entertain and excite, qualities that have hardly been in abundance for home fans in the season just gone.

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mid table security into a prolonged flirtation with the relegation places.

The most significant impact was created by the arrival of Sean O’Hanlon in January, an experienced centre half who was playing junior football north of the Border to keep his hand in while looking for a club to give him a chance to get back into the professional game.

You instantly knew that O’Hanlon, shedding blood from a cut head in his first game, was just the sort of hard bitten, gritty player United’s defence needed. “A proper centre half” said Abbott, after a winning debut against Coventry City.

O’Hanlon’s partnership with long serving Danny Livesey at least made Carlisle difficult to beat at last. They still had their bad days, but clean sheets against the likes of Brentford, Sheffield United and Doncaster, all promotion chasing teams, was evidence of the improvement.

On the plus side Carlisle introduced young players in Brad Potts, David Symington and Mark Beck, who all performed creditably while goalkeeper Mark Gillespie, another youth team product, looks sure to have a good future in the game and it was a wise move by Abbott to immediately pin his faith in the young ‘keeper after he’d

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let a couple of soft goals in during one game.

Carlisle could argue about Chris Chantler’s injury, but in truth they never sorted out the fullback position until the late arrival on loan of Jordan Mustoe who, after a shaky start, began to look like a very decent and intelligent player.

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Midfield disappointed with none of the regulars showing more than occasional flashes of their best form and all too frequently Carlisle frustrated their support by pinging the ball from back to front without showing the creative element of their play.

They lost key striker Lee Miller for half the season in the first away game and at times after his return he looked a shadow of his first season’s excellence as a ball winner and retainer with a scoring touch. Matty Robson was a leading candidate for player of the season, consistently the one really pacy attacker down the left, and on occasions when asked to fill in at left back it certainly dulled United’s zest going forward.

The biggest disappointment was the lack of form of Carlisle’s two principal signings of the summer, Danny Cadamarteri and Mike Edwards. Cadamarteri, when fit, was a bit part player while Edwards, highly rated at his previous club Notts County, had some nightmare experiences at the back during United’s early season travails.

The problem facing the manager in the close season is going to be persuading players who are out of contract, who he wants to keep, to sign another deal while there are frankly a few players with ongoing contracts I’m sure he would wish to offload to make space for new blood and for the next batch of youth team players stepping up.

After several seasons in League One, there can be no room for complacency and the Brunton Park faithful see no reason why United, even if they don’t make the promotion places, can’t challenge in the way sides like Yeovil, Walsall and Orient have done.

Summer recruitment, and the sorting out of contracts, are all important if United are to put a mediocre campaign behind them and push on through a period of transition.

Another below par season would be depressing and with gates dropping below 4,000 on a regular basis, it’s essential that a slow bleed does not become a full scale haemorrhage.

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HERE’S a new Saturday Sports Club in Carlisle, for youngsters.

Carlisle City Council, Carlisle Leisure and Carlisle & District SPAA Foundation have teamed up to provide it.

Events began on Saturday April 20 and will be held each Saturday until July 13.

A wide range of sporting activities, to suit all abilities, will be held between 10am and noon at The Sheepmount Stadium. They aim to build on the interest shown in sport following the London 2012 Olympics and link in with the Our Legacy promise – Inspire the next Generation.

They are open to children aged between five and 11 years of age.

The coaching costs £5 per session.

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Pets so easily, all it takes is one flea to jump onto your dog (or even you) from another dog, cat, a house you visit, shop or just about anywhere.

They will then lay eggs on your pet and around your house and before you know it you’ll be getting bitten as well as the dog.

The most effective way to control fleas is to prevent them. We advise you to get drops for the back of your pet’s neck, available from your vet or good quality pet shops. This will help to kill any fleas landing or hatching directly onto your dog. Also spray your house with a pesticide specific to fleas, not just soft furnishings but everywhere as fleas can quite happily live in your laminate floor as well as your sofa. Hopefully this will stop the fleas getting hold in the first place but they are persistent little pests so if you do end up with them just keep putting the drops on the dog, spraying the house and hoovering as much as possible (you’re sucking up the flea eggs in doing this). I don’t recommend flea collars as they are not anywhere near as effective as the drops. The other thing to be aware of is that many flea products on the market are lethal for cats, so make sure the products you get are the right ones.

It is important to make sure your pet’s worming is up to date with all the extra fleas about. Flea bites are not just irritating for your dogs and cats but fleas can also often carry worm eggs that they have eaten, if your pet then eats the flea a worm infestation will no doubt follow.

So please get your flea and worming products up to date on your dogs and cats and let the full family enjoy the summer.

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By Wayne Southwell from Wayne’s World of Pets, Whitehaven The weather is getting warmer at long last, which unfortunately means fleas will be in full-on breeding mode.

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egular Grooming is an essential part of being a responsible pet owner. It keeps your dog clean, healthy and manageable. It also helps you to check for any problems your dog may have such as:-

FLEAS, TICS, MITES - If left untreated can cause skin problems, major irritation ,and anaemia (in some dogs) It can also infest your home! Regular flea treatments on your dog will help prevent this.

TEETH CLEANING – Leaving your dog’s teeth unattended can lead to gum disease and mouth problems. Some dogs will need a special diet due to rotted teeth. Regular checking in a dog’s mouth makes it also easier for the vet to have a look if they need to.

EAR INFECTIONS – This is where a build-up of muck, dirt and fur inside the ear canal lead to hearing problems in your dog GRASS SEEDS – Checking for grass seeds is

important if penetrated into the skin can mean a costly trip to the vet to remove them.

MATTING – if your dog’s fur is left to matt, it

suffocates the skin leading to irritation and skin problems. Yeast infection is the most common, often resulting in all of your dog’s coat being removed and a costly vet bill to repair the skin and/or coat.

It is very important to groom your dog regularly if these problems are seen quickly your dogs will stay healthy and you avoid that unnecessary trip to the vet, saving you pounds.

Grooming Tips!

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During the shedding season brush your dog frequently to avoid hair build up in the home.

Use flea treatment as summer approaches and stop the little critters attacking your pet in the warmer months.

Use Garlic (not Raw Garlic) in your dog’s food occasionally to deter fleas.

Regular brushing of your dog helps improve the condition of the coat and prevent matting.

Buy your dog his own toothbrush and paste and help keep their little gnashers in good condition. You can also use dog teeth chews which are available.

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Seventh Wave The Office, Carlisle

Fri May 3 While She Sleeps, Feed The Rhino + Dead Harts The Brickyard, Carlisle

Sat May 18 One Night Of Queen The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Fri May 3 - 5 Stepping Stones Festival Stones Barn, Roweltown

The Sun Explodes - Album Launch, + Sails, Falter The Brickyard, Carlisle

Sat May 4 The Vaccines The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Tue May 21 The 1975 + Special Guests The Brickyard, Carlisle

A Kay New to the club, highly entertaining personality Soul and Motown singer Soul In The City, Carlisle

Fri May 24 Vampires Rock The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Thur May 9 - 13 The 22nd Keswick Jazz Festival Keswick Thur May 9, 16,23,30 Carlisle Jazz Club Every Thursday Evening 8.30pm 11pm. Everyone welcome, different bands every week. Tel: 01228 596767 Carlisle Jazz Club, Carlisle Rugby Club, Off Warwick Road, Carlisle

Wed May 29 Room Full of Mirrors Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle Fri May 31 Open Mic Night Foxes Cafe Lounge, Carlisle Sat June 1 Indie Night The Brickyard, Carlisle Tue June 4 Lewis Watson + Special Guests The Brickyard, Carlisle Wed June 5 Parlour Flames (Ex-Oasis) The Freedom The Brickyard, Carlisle Thur June 6, 13,20,27 Carlisle Jazz Club Every Thursday Evening 8.30pm 11pm. Everyone welcome, different bands every week. Tel: 01228 596767 Carlisle Jazz Club, Carlisle Rugby Club, Off Warwick Road, Carlisle

Fri May 24-26 Ireby Music Festival

Wed June 19 - 23 Lanercost Festival Lanercost Priory

Fri May 10 The Computers, The Dead Indians, Carnival Monn DJ Set The Brickyard, Carlisle

The Skints, Current Swell + Gecko The Brickyard, Carlisle

Colum Sands The Sunset Suite, Brunton Park, Warwick Road, Carlisle

Fri May 24 - 26 Ireby Music Festival Ireby, Nr Wigton

Sat May 11 Jungle Fever The Brickyard, Carlisle

Fri May 24 - 26 Maryport Harbout Festival Maryport

Fri June 21 - 23 The Whitehaven Festival Music from McFly, The Jam, Slade and Sweet Harbourside, Whitehaven

Fri May 17 BBC Philharmonic Orchestra The BBC Philharmonic returns to perform two great Scandinavian masterpieces by Grieg and Sibelius, alongside Brahms’ Violin Concerto The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Sat May 25 - June 2 Carlisle Music City 2013 Various Venues, Carlisle

Sun June 23 Blondie The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Sat May 25 Terry Reid + Special Guests The Brickyard, Carlisle

Fri June 28 Open Mic Night Foxes Cafe Lounge, Carlisle

Hip Hop Night The Brickyard, Carlisle

Tue May 28 Pete Best - Carlisle Music City Event Crown and Mitre Hotel, Carlisle

Sun June 30 Three Phantoms The Sands Centre, Carlisle

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Fri June 21 Funeral For A Friend + Departures The Brickyard, Carlisle

Whats On Sat July 6 The Stobart Group Summer Family Festival Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Wed July 10 - 15 Carlisle Music Festival Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle

Theatre Fri May 3 Hormonal Housewives The irrepressible Hormonal Housewives are back and return. This year the ladies are led by British pop icon Toyah Willcox and writer Julie Coombe 7:30pm The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Mon July 1 - 6 Ladies Down Under West Walls Theatre, Carlisle

Film Fri May 9 Star Trek Into Darkness Vue Cinema, Carlisle

Mon May 13 - 18 Hay Fever A play by Noel Coward Directed by David Wood West Walls Theatre, Carlisle

Sat May 18 One Night of Queen

Sat May 25 - 26 Rapunzel ‘Hair-raising’ fun for May half term 2013. A fantastic panto version.

3pm & 7pm The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Thur July 18 - 21 Music On The Marr The Marr Village Green, Castle Carrock

Mon May 13 Film Season: Monday Alternative: My Borther the Devil (15) Tullie House, Carlisle

Fri July 19 - 21 Cockermouth Rock Festival Wellington Farm, Cockermouth Fri July 26 Open Mic Night Foxes Cafe Lounge, Carlisle Fri July 26 - 28 Maryport Blues Festival Various venues in Maryport Mon July 29 Jools Holland The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Fri May 17 Fast and Furious 6

Fri May 17 Fast and Furious 6 Vue Cinema, Carlisle Sat June 8 Alice In Wonderland Sat June 8 Alice In Wonderland The Sands Centre, Carlisle Thur June 20 - 22 StagedRight Presents - Les Miserables The Sands Centre, Carlisle

The Great Gatsby Vue Cinema, Carlisle Mon May 20 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Untouchables (15) Tullie House, Carlisle Mon May 27 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Jason Becker: Not Dead Yet (15) Tullie House, Carlisle

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What’s On in Carlisle and West Cumbria for May/June

Music Theatre Film Comedy Other Film

Mon June 3 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Polisse (15) Tullie House, Carlisle Mon June 10 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Argo (15) Tullie House, Carlisle Mon June 17 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Amour (12) Tullie House, Carlisle Mon June 24 Film Season: Monday Alternative: The Hunt (15) Tullie House, Carlisle Mon July 1 Film Season: Monday Alternative: Sightseers (15) Tullie House, Carlisle

Comedy Sun May 5 Micky Flanagan - ‘Back In The Game’ tour Two award winning comedians who have won critical acclaim for their stand up acts.

The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Sat June 15 Reginald D Hunter - In The Mist of Crackers The Sands Centre, Carlisle Wed July 10-11 Jason Manford - First World Problems The Sands Centre, Carlisle

Other Sat Apr 6 - 15 May Exhibition - Time and Tide Carlisle Racecourse Sat May 11 - 12 Western Lake District Kite Fest Haverigg, Millom Sat May 11 A bit of Pomp & Circumstance (Cruise and Music) Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Sun May 12 Antiques and Collectables Fair The Greenhill Hotel, Nr Wigton Wed May 15 - 19 Keswick Mountain Festival Various locations in Keswick Thur May 16 Museums at Night 2013 - The Art Gallery Takeover.

7pm 10pm Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle

Sat June 15 Reginald D Hunter Mon May 27 Sean Lock - Purple Van Man The Sands Centre, Carlisle 74

Sun May 19 Poetry Writing with Martin Malone. 11am - 5pm Tullie House, Carlisle Sat May 25 - July 7 Into The Light - The story of freemasonry in Carlisle (Exhibition) Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle

Mon May 27 Family Fun Raceday Carlisle Racecourse Tue May 28 - 30 May Half Term Events Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle Mon June 3 Evening Flat Racing Carlisle Racecourse Thur June 6 Shaolin Warriors The Sands Centre, Carlisle Ahoy there Pirates Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Thur June 6 - 12 Appleby Horse Fair Traditional horse fair and annual gathering of gypsies and travellers Appleby Fri June 7 - 8 Keswick Beer Festival Three bands and much beer each night Keswick Rugby Club, Southey Street, Keswick Sat June 8 Cumberland Show Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle Bangers ‘n’ Brass (Evening Cruise) Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Wed June 12, 19, 26 Statesman Rail “The Fellsman” Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Fri June 14 - 16 Great North Swim Windermere Sat June 15 - 16 Silloth Vintage Rally The Green, Silloth

Whats On Sun June 16 Electric Bike Cruise Explorer (Cruise Tour 1) Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Sun June 23 Antiques and Collectables Fair The Greenhill Hotel, Nr Wigton Tue June 25 Cumbrian Fish Supper Ullswater Steamers, Ullswater Thur June 27 Gourmet Evening with Anton Edelmann. 7.15pm - 10pm Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle Fri June 28 Woolfest Mitchells Livestock Centre, Cockermouth Sat July 6 - Nov 10 Solway Wildlife (Exhibition) Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle Sun July 7 Celebrity Cook-Off LIVE The Sands Centre, Carlisle Sun July 14 Dancerz Cumbria Present: Twisted The Sands Centre, Carlisle Sat July 20 - 21 Silloth Kite Festival The Green, Silloth Sat July 20 - Oct 13 George Howard (Exhibition) Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, Carlisle Sun July 28 Family Fun Raceday Carlisle Racecourse, Carlisle

Stainton Car Boot Sale EVERY SATURDAY 9am -1pm Next to Michael Douglas Autosalvage. Etterby Road, Stainton, Carlisle, CA3 9QU

Carlisle to launch second Tour of Britain’s second stage

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T’S TIME to get re-grow those sideburns as Bradley Wiggins and Co are coming to Carisle again autumn when The Tour of Britain, the country’s toughest race for professional cyclists, comes to town again.

The all-Cumbria 225km/139-mile Stage Two will start at Carlisle, on Monday September 16, and go via Wigton, Cockermouth, Maryport, Workington, Whitehaven and Keswick towards a finish in Kendal. The Cumbria stage will be the longest in the history of the modern Tour of Britain.

In September, last year, a stage that began in Carlisle, attracted thousands of people on to the streets, to see two of the sport’s superstars – Bradley Wiggins and Mark Cavendish. This year the Tour starts in the Scottish Borders, at Peebles, and Drumlanrig Castle will host the start and finish of Stage One, on Sunday September 15.

The highlights of the a 225km ride from Carlisle to Kendal, will see it pass through Cockermouth, Workington and Whitehaven and riders will also have to tackle the Honister Pass. Keswick, Ambleside and Coniston will then feature on the route which finishes with a gruelling uphill sprint of Beast Banks, in Kendal, last used in 2007.

Further details of the stage, including the SKODA King of the Mountains locations and intermediate Yodel Sprints will be announced during the summer. Tourism experts predict that hosting the stage could boost Cumbria’s economy by between £3 million and £4 million. The 650 mile event finishes in London on September 22.

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Wildlife of The Solway Firth

The Wolf Fish Anarhichas lupus

By Mark Vollers

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ome readers will know that to find a Wolf fish in The Solway Firth would be very unlikely as the limit of their British distribution is the colder waters of the North East of England and Scotland, but there are some of these characterful fish in a specially chilled display at the Lake District Coast Aquarium so there is a qualified excuse to include them!

Their name derives from their formidable biting power and teeth they possess (only just visible in our pic), very handy if your diet consists mainly of hard shelled mussels, whelks, crabs and spiky sea-urchins.

The threat to humans is negligible unless you insist on hauling them from their home on the end of a fishing line into your boat, in which case you have asked for it! They can grow up to a length of over a metre and look very

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like an outsize blenny, the small fish familiar to rockpoolers. They can weigh more than 20kg, and are valued for their eating quality particularly in Scandinavia where their name translates as ‘Stone Breakers’ but their small numbers around Britain means they have no significant commercial fishing status.

They are apparently sometimes sold as ‘Scotch Halibut’ by fishmongers. It is recognised that they have an important role as a predator of sea-urchins, which on other Atlantic coasts would otherwise deplete the kelp forests which are so vital to the marine ecosystem.

The male fish has an extended role in the reproductive process as he will guard the eggs produced by his mate for up to six weeks when they hatch. www.coastaquarium.co.uk

Silloth Tide Tables

Solution to Crossword

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Carlisle Handy Map

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City Map Attractions 1 2 3 4 5 6

Carlisle Castle and Border Regiment Museum Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Guild Hall Museum The Pools LaserQuest VUE Cinema Points of Interest

1 Central Library 2 Market Hall 3 Skate Park Local Ameneties Tourist Information Public Toilets Police Station Citadel Station Parking 24hr Petrol Station The Lanes Shopping Centre Places Of Worship 1 Our Lady and St Joseph’s Catholic Church 2 St Cuthbert’s Church 3 Carlisle Cathedral Colleges/University 1 Carlisle College Parks 1 Bitts Park Sports Grounds 1 Swifts Golf Course and Driving Range

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The Cursing Stone, near Tulie House Museum, Carlisle

The Sands Centre

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Domestic Violence Support

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Cumbria County Council out-of-hours service

01228 526690

Cumbria County Council

0800 1218 800

Carlisle Tourism

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Carlisle Library (Globe Lane)

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Theatres & Cinema

Carlisle Castle 01228 591922

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The Sands Centre

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0871 224 0240

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Walby Farm Park

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The Source

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The Brickyard

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Guildhall Museum

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Carlisle Indoor Market Hall

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Carlisle Cathedral

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0844 826 3013

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01228 526237

Carlisle Castle

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Cumbria’s Military Museum

01228 532774

The Lanes Shopping Centre, Carlisle

01228 529356

Gretna Gateway Outlet Village

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Carlisle Racecourse

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Tullie House Museum

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Sports Indoor & Outdoor Carlisle Driving Range

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The Pools Swimming & Health Centre

01228 625777

Sheepmount Athletics Stadium

01228 625599

Stoneyholme Golf Club

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016974 73445

Carlisle Racecourse

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01228 597 222

Train Timetables

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Lake District Weather Service

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Medical Cumberland Infirmary

01228 523444

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01228 814411

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West Cumberland Hospital

01946 693 181

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01228 603900

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Brunton Park 01228 526237

If you would like your service listed here, please call: 01946 816 716

Bus Timetables

Vets Eden Veterinary Centre

01228 541999

Ashlea Veterinary Centre

01228 549177

RSPCA

01228 512893

Carlisle Driving Range 01228 545665

Schools Trinity School

01228 516051

Austin Friars St Monica’s School

01228 528042

Newman Catholic School

01228 404942

St Cuthbert’s Catholic Community School

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Hit the Deck

Friday 24th May

Julie Winspear Photography

Buskers Is Back!

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emember the great days of Carlisle’s Premier nightclubs, from the Nineties to the Noughties? Well now you can revisit them along with the main resident DJ from those clubs, Paul Gordon.

Paul spent 12 years as the main floor resident DJ at The Pagoda nine years in the same role at Buskers and can also throw in the top tune-age years of Legends, Yates Wine Lodge and The Emperor’s Palace.

Paul is organising a Buskers Revisited Club Night, including Pauli’s Club Anthems, at which all the classic dance tracks from the early 1990s club scene will be played, back-to-back, on Friday, May 24, at Lloyds No 1 on Botchergate, Carlisle.

The music that you all call Old Skool was once on his turntables as a white label 12”. Covering a career that has spanned nearly 30 years, Paul has put together a

Facebook Page, so search Facebook for Buskers Revisited (easily found) and add yourself to the likes!

He has also assembled some taster mixes on there as well, courtesy of MixCloud, so you can stream your old favourite tunes while you’re getting ready to go out.

It will be a regular monthly event, continuing every pay day Friday onwards and a regular place for all the 30-to-40-somethings to have a proper club night out., please check Facebook for details & dates.

Friday 24th May

Event date Lloyds No 1 on Botchergate, Carlisle

Buskers Revisited

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