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So Spring is finally here! After a long, cold and wet winter Spring has made a welcome return to us in West Cumbria. Unfortunately I won’t be around to enjoy the Cumbrian spring time as I set off to the south of England for the summer months and although I’m excited for an adventure, Cumbria is my home and springtime is my favourite season to be here.

It is the time of year that the local lambs begin to fill our fields, colour returns to the forests bordering of our lakes and the air is filled with the smell of freshly cut grass. It really is a beautiful place to be and I sincerely hope that all of our readers make the most out of it.

A new season means new life especially for your home and garden so in this edition we have added our home and garden section for you to browse. From interior fabrics to garden tips our spring issue proves that our county has everything you need to bring your home back to life.

The next few months have loads to offer in our county. With Easter just around the corner we have some great events to keep you and the kids busy. Early June will see Whitehaven’s St Nicholas’s park filled with local traders showcasing what they have to offer. Over in Workington the annual Uppies and Downies event is being prepared and Craig has delved into the history of the local sport.

As usual our food section is rife with delicious recipes and local eateries. For this issue I also volunteered myself as guinea pig and tested a beauty treatment that has been a celebrity favourite over the last couple of years - you’ll have to read on to find out what it was!

West Cumbria have also had some fantastic news over the last few months - West Cumbria Mining was given the go ahead which means we are going back to the future!

Our heritage will be revived creating hundreds of jobs for locals.

Yes, 2019 seems to getting off to a good start for West Cumbria and with Summer creeping in I think we’re all ready for the sunshine.

Feature Writer Danielle Murphy

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Anyways, this will be my last issue for now. I would like to say a huge thank you to all of our readers and online followers, to all the businesses I have worked with over the last few months and to all the staff here in the office - You’re all awesome!

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CONTENTS F E AT U R E S 06

OUR OSSPREYS

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W H AT ’ S O N T H I S EASTER

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UPPIES AND DOWNIES

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P H OTO G R A P H E R I N FOCUS

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HOME AND GARDEN

H E A LT H A N D B E A U T Y 26

B E L L A V I TA

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BRIDGET FOSTER

FOOD & DRINK 40

LAKES COOKBOOK

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C O C K TA I L S

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ENNERD’ALE BEE-R

W H AT ’ S O N

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E D I TO R ’ S P I C K

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LOCAL RELEASES

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A L L A N S TO N E S

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The Fox that helps the Ospreys

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athan Fox, from Bransty in Whitehaven, is protecting the future of Cumbria’s wildlife.

Nathan is a Ranger for the Forestry Commission and for twenty years his work has kept him busy looking after our woodlands. Nathan’s beat covers 26 different forests scattered between the Eden Valley and Gosforth.

It’s a huge area but well managed forests provide healthy and sustainable habitats for wildlife and that’s where Nathan’s priorities lie. “We look after visitors to the woodlands but, more importantly, the wildlife that lives there.” explains Nathan. “We are responsible for the visitors’ facilities and we work closely with our colleagues who do the forestry work. Together, we come up with a plan that safeguards wildlife habitats.”

With habitats shrinking the Forestry Commission has taken on the role of caretakers and the most visible example is the successful return of the Ospreys.

The first breeding pair returned to the shores of Bassenthwaite back in 2001. It was the first time a pair of Ospreys had been seen on our shores for 150 years.

Thanks to the efforts of the Forestry Commission and people like Nathan there are now six breeding pairs in Cumbria and twenty pairs throughout England. Many were fledged on the shores of Bassenthwaite and Nathan is proud that chicks from our region are helping bring the species back from extinction.

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National Park and landowners to ensure good water quality.

This is particularly important because Ospreys sole source of food is fish and we need to make sure their food source is healthy too.”

With the Ospreys recently returned after their 3000 mile migration from West Africa it’s the most important time of year for Nathan.

“There are two sides to the project,” he said. “We monitor the birds in case of disturbance and respond to any incidences.

However, we have a responsibility to educate the public and that means opening up access, which is why we have public view points at Dodd Wood and a Nest View at Whinlatter.”

Ospreys have an incubation period of 35 - 42 days, the chicks fledge at 7 - 8 weeks and then they will stay close to the nest for 10 -12 weeks. With around 60 - 70,000 visitors keen to catch a glimpse of the birds the Forestry Commission has a serious job ahead of them.

They will be on hand to attend to the viewpoints, manage the network of trails and man the tearooms to keep all those hungry mouths fed.

After all that work the Ospreys will simply head South when the weather starts to get colder. “It’s amazing” said Nathan. “The parents will migrate back to West Africa and the chicks set off on their own. It’s an incredible feat for a bird that has never even attempted the journey before but they instinctively know where they’re going.”

The West Cumbrian is one of those lucky people who always knew what he wanted from a very young age: “I knew what I wanted to do and I knew where I wanted to work. When I finished University in 1997 I started a student placement at Whinlatter and within a year I was made full time staff member.”

Now aged 44, Nathan has played an important role that future generations will be thankful for. “I’ve been in my job for twenty years so I’ve seen a lot of change with how forests are managed, it’s far better now. They are more accessible and that helps more people learn about our wildlife.”

Take some time this summer to visit Dodd Wood and have a look at the Ospreys for yourself because without people like Nathan they might not be here at all.

For more information on the Ospreys and much more visit www.forestryengland.uk/dodd-wood or www.forestryengland.uk/whinlatter

Make your own adventure at Whinlatter, Cumbria’s mountain forest!

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Have A Cracking Easter

Have a break from the Creme Eggs and make the most of your Easter weekend.

The Easter break is a time for ‘staycations’. Get away for a few nights, take a day trip or have the family round for a huge roast with all the trimmings. We might not get the sunny weather we’ve been day dreaming of but that won’t let that put a dampener on our bank holiday weekend.

Enjoy the best of our wildlife...

Dodd Wood

With trails ranging from short walks to ambitious hikes to the summit, you choose your own adventure. The Old Sawmill car park is the starting point and the woods are home to all sorts of wildlife. Right now is your best chance to see the magnificent Bassenthwaite Ospreys from the specially designed viewpoints and you may also see red squirrels at the feeding station. Take in spectacular views over Bassenthwaite from the top of the woods or have a feed in the Old Sawmill Tearooms, the choice is yours.

Venture up the fells after dark...

Helvellyn Moonlight Walk, 20 April

This is rare an opportunity to see Helvellyn and the Lake District like never before. Recently voted Britain’s favourite mountain it has become extremely popular and this is an opportunity to have the summit to yourself and escape the daytime crowds. Enjoy a peaceful walk with some of the best sunset views in the Lake District. The route is a tough 11-mile circular walk starting and finishing in Glenridding, crossing 5 summits and returning via Keppel Cove late evening. An experience not to be missed. www.mountain-walks.co.uk

Get ready for some horseplay...

At Carlisle Racecourse, 20 April

Fancy a day at the races? On Easter Saturday Carlisle Racecourse is hosting an Easter Family Fun Raceday, where you can enjoy a great day of racing and take the kids with you for free. The Horseplay zone will be bustling with family-friendly activities to keep everyone entertained while you have a little flutter on the horses. Opens 11:40am, first race 1:40pm, last race 5:10pm. www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/carlisle 8

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Hit the trails....

Whinlatter Forest Park

Whinlatter Forest puts the mountain back into biking, with climbs to amazing views and rewarding descents. Gather the family, bring your friends and enjoy amazing graded mountain bike trails amidst a beautiful forest setting. The newly opened Gorse Cycle Trail is perfect for first time bikers or young families, sticking mostly to well-surfaced forest roads, it’s wider but still gets you to the best parts of the forest. Of course after your ride there’s plenty of walks, the treetop adventure, Segway hire and Siskins Cafe.

Visit www.forestryengland.uk/whinlatter

Take to the roads...

The Cumbria Easter Rally, 20 – 21 April With over 250 vintage buses, lorries and assorted vehicles, the Cumbria Easter Rally is the UK’s biggest free rally of classic vehicles. The quintessential event returns to Kirkby Stephen and Brough over the Easter weekend.

It’s family friendly and located amongst some of the most picturesque locations in the Upper Eden Valley and Cumbrian North Pennines. The landscape adds further charm and the highlight is undoubtedly the road run through the fells as the brightly coloured vehicles head into town en masse. www.cumbriaeasterrally.com

Do whatever you want...

This is Cumbria

Start creating family memories here.

West Cumbrians are in a unique position to enjoy scenery the rest of the country is envious of. Pack the family into the car and drive somewhere, anywhere… just go. It doesn’t have to be expensive, we are minutes from England’s premier national park and the walking is free. If you’re worried about crowds then head South or North along our coastline. The names we take for granted are unknown to outsiders and are deserted. A day out can be as good as a holiday, so go out and enjoy where we live.

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Indoor & outdoor swimming pools, gym, Jacuzzi, sauna & steam room. JJ’s bowl - Tenpin bowling, Family entertainment & adult cabaret 7 nights a week!

Day visitors welcome

School Hols: £7.00 per adult, £6.00 per child.

Term Time: Monday - Friday: £4.50 per adult, £3.50 per child.

Saturday & Sunday: £5.50 - per adult, £4.50 per child.

Under 5’s go FREE!

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Light up the Fells T

he Lakeland Festival of Light returns for its fifth year on the 4th of May.

The charity event is organised by Lakeland Mountain Guides and was originally planned to raise money for victims of the earthquake in Nepal back in 2015.

150 people climbed Blencathra that night and raised over £5000.

The festival has grown each year and with 100 percent of the profits going straight to their chosen charity, the spectacle has raised over £40,000 for three different organisations.

This year the team are raising money for a charity close to their hearts - The Lake District Search and Mountain Rescue Dogs.

Last year somewhere between 500 and 700 participants climbed Catbells with their head torches and Director of Lakeland Mountain Guides, Matt La Voi hopes for another good turnout:

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“This event has had an amazing increase of interest in the past few years, so how many we have on the night is anyone’s guess. It’s not a ticketed event so anyone is welcome but we ask that everyone who participates makes a donation that that will go towards our chosen charity.”

If interest on social media is anything to go by nearly 3,000 people are planning to attend the event and 80,000 have expressed interest. Last year the team raised over £13,000 pounds for their chosen charity and this year they would love to top that.

“The great thing about the festival is it can be enjoyed by people who want to come and join us on Catbells,” explains Matt.

“But there are increasing numbers of people who are happy to come along and watch the mountain light up, whether that’s from the lakeshore, from surrounding hills or from Keswick itself, everyone can get involved.”

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It’s a truly inclusive event, all ages are more than welcome to participate. From children right through to the older generation, the beauty is that climbers only need go a far as they feel they can. Of course, there will be people who are determined to hit the summit but it’s just as important to have people at the bottom too. The third light up is just as important as those at the top, so if you’re not a confident climber there’s a place on the mountain for you.

There are a few things to bear in mind cautions Matt: “We need everyone going up the mountain to bring their own head torch and please be equipped for a chilly night. We’ll be up there for some time, so standing there in shorts and a t-shirt is not advisable. We’ll meet at the Rawnsley Centre in Keswick at 6pm before setting of for Catbells.”

Remember the Lakeland Festival of Lights is not a ticketed event and is open to everyone, even if fell walking is not your thing it’s worth getting through to Keswick to watch the spectacle from town or the lakeside. Why not make a night of it, because this really is a rare chance to catch one of our favourite fells dramatically light up in a way you’ve never seen it before.

For more information on the Lakeland Festival of Light find them on Facebook or visit www.lakelandmountainguides.co.uk/ the-lakeland-festival-of-light

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A much loved ancient tradition T

he origin of Uppies and Downies is lost to history now.

There are theories why the event came to be part of Workington’s folklore but it’s universally agreed that no one really knows.

The first reference to Uppies and Downies was in the ‘The Cumberland Packet’ back in 1751 and even then they called it the ancient street game of Workington.

In a world where traditions are lost, it’s satisfying to know Uppies and Downies has not changed from those days. Sure some developers thoughtlessly placed buildings in the way but the players ignore them as they follow rules (or lack of) set long before anyone can remember.

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to explain how the event is organised: “It’s not organised, that’s the thing. It’s a happening rather than a game. The ball is made, the sponsor takes it down at 6:30 and the game is set off.”

There are similar events scattered over Great Britain but some bring an influx of tourists and others have altered the rules to pacify authorities. Not in Workington, the isolation of the town keeps the crowds at bay and the rules are vague and tend to follow an ancient feeling of fair play that is long gone elsewhere.

Tut rattles off a whole range of facts - the fastest game was over in six minutes, the longest wasn’t finished until the next day, and in a first, Nathan Askew hailed all three balls last year.

Tut points out that the balls are made on a kitchen table and have been for the past 40 years by Mark Rawlinson.

“It takes about 30 hours to make each ball,” explained Mark. “ There’s a wet and dry procedure so it can’t all be done at once. I started making them in 1979 and I took over from James Elwood who had a saddle shop. He’d been making the ball since 1905 and his father made them before that.”

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I also had a chance to catch up with David Sheppard who has hailed three balls over the years and he tells me what that means: “They are a trophy but each one is memory, each ball is different and tells a story. The leather might be darkened from being in the beck, maybe there’s a scar on the ball but there’s a tale to it all and that’s irreplaceable.”

It’s sobering to think there have only been two ball makers in over a century.

I press Mark on how he feels about his role in this historic game: “I’m quite shy and I’d rather leave it to the guys that play the game. Someone once said to me you are a small cog but you help make the big cogs turn and I think that’s appropriate.”

So when the ball is thrown this Easter weekend it’s important to remember it’s not just the glory of hailing the ball that counts. Remember this is an ancient tradition, one that’s not changed for the modern world and that’s very rare where everything can change overnight.

The ball for Tuesdays match is a very special one, it celebrates the victory of the First World War in 1918. Victory in the war was not officially ‘hailed’ until Easter of 1919 and there would have been returning soldiers playing in that game.

“That’s why we’ve created this special edition of the ball,” said Mark. “ It’s our way of honouring those that have fought for us. With decorative artwork and gold beading this is one ball that is bound to be hard fought over.”

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ben bush Photographer In Focus

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f you follow us on social media you know that we love to showcase our local talent and highlight the best our region has to offer.

Ben Bush specialises in astro and landscape photography.

His equipment is vast and varied, he said: “My main camera is a Nikon D810. I use special wide aperture and wide angle lenses to capture the night sky and also have tracking mounts that allow me to match the rotation of the earth with my camera. Alongside this I also have a drone with a Hasselblad and various tools like flash triggers, tripods and timers.”

His advice for those hoping to get into photography is: Learn the basics and the functions of the camera from a book or a professional. It’s the only way to understand what you are doing and how the camera captures the images.

Play and experiment with the settings. Anything that gets you out of your comfort zone and makes you learn and get used to the camera and equipment you are using.

Take lots of photos and take them in all weathers and situations. Don’t just take one, take 10 all with slightly different settings or focus. Some of the best photos you take will be because you have captured a special moment Follow ben on Facebook at.... facebook.com/BenBushPhoto

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A gift that can last forever

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ave you ever considered fostering? It is often thought of as being exclusive to a slightly older generation, the truth in fact is that young families can seriously benefit from fostering a child.

We spoke to Terri Johnston, she and her husband Frank first started fostering when she was 33 and he was 36 they had two young children of their own.

To many that sounds like a lot of work and dedication, however for Terri and her young family it was the best thing she has ever done, she said: “Fostering wasn't really something that we had considered much until one day five years ago when I got a leaflet through the post. At the time my husband was away working and there was a lot on the news about one particular case of child neglect. As I was looking through the leaflet he called and he suggested we look into fostering, it was so strange how we were both thinking about it at the same time.”

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For Terri’s family, what followed was a process which was about to change her and her families lives for the better.

Terri’s two young children are now 11 and 13 years old and have seen many children come into their lives, Terri said: “My boys have been brilliant throughout the whole process.

They have benefited so much, they have grown into really caring and loving people which I think has come partially from living with the children we have fostered.”

The gift of a loving home is priceless to these children. Terri’s family generally foster children between the ages of four and six, she said: “My youngest son used to talk about how he would love to be a big brother and fostering allowed him to be just that but to kids that aren't as lucky as him.

Both he and his brother understand that these kids haven't had the best start in life and watching them with the foster children is just so amazing.”

One of the benefits of being a foster carer when you have a young family of your own is that it allows the primary carer to be at home with their own children.

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“Becoming a foster carer was the best thing we have ever done.”

Something to always keep in mind is that when you become a foster carer you become part of a community and by extension a support network. There are regular get togethers with other foster families and that is invaluable to families like Terri’s.

She said: “We regularly meet with other foster parents and talk about our experiences. It is great being part of a community, we are all in it together for the children.”

One of the great aspects of fostering is the courses you can attend. Terri now has a level 3 caring qualification that she has achieved through becoming a foster carer. She is also now a mentor for new foster families.

Terri finished by saying: “Becoming a foster carer was the best thing we have ever done. It has benefited the whole family as well as giving the children we care for a happier start in life. It has boosted my confidence massively and I am doing things I never thought I would. Please, even if you are just thinking about it, get some information or come to one of our information events, it really can change the lives of not only the children but your family.”

If you are considering becoming a foster carer and have a young family but you’re not sure how it works then there are several ways you can access information and find out more.

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Clear Your Clutter S

arah Sinclair gives us some advice on how to clear your clutter.

Ever heard the saying “Tidy home, tidy mind?” We all like the idea of living a simple life with less ‘stuff ’, and now that spring is here with its new beginnings and fresh starts, it’s the perfect time to embark on clearing the clutter that has been crowding your home for too long.

It can seem like a daunting task at first, but with these pointers, your living (and head) space will be decluttered in no time.

Break it down With nooks and crannies you didn’t even know existed, attempting to declutter the entire family home in one fell swoop is overwhelming, to say the least.

Instead, break it down into rooms, and only focus on one at a time. Work your way around the house, that way and it will seem much more achievable.

Three box method Give yourself three boxes, label one ‘keep’, one ‘throw away’ and one ‘recycle’. The rest is pretty self explanatory, but don’t be afraid to be ruthless. For each item ask yourself if it really does belong in the ‘keep’ box - if you haven’t used/worn/read it in the last 12 months the chances are it doesn’t.

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Give it away Giving items away, whether to charity or friends and family, feels almost as good as the actual relief of getting rid of them.

Fill those collection bags that are always coming through your letterbox or use your imagination - you could give away one item every day for a year, from old clothes you never wear, to a book you know a friend will love.

Storage solutions Of course, like it or not there’s some clutter that you just have to live with. For this you need ingenious storage solutions. Fill a wall with open shelves to make a statement out of your stuff, make the most of unused space with boxes and baskets and hunt out unique items that will double as a focal point of the room as well as storage space.

One in one out But old habits die hard. Even after all that work, it’s easy to let the clutter creep back in. From now on live by a one in one out rule. Every time you buy something new get rid of one you already own.

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Textures by Tanya - New beginnings!

By Danni Murphy

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extures by Tanya has moved! The popular fabric shop has moved into a new premises at the Pack Horse Court in Keswick and the future 's looking bright!

The business which opened eight years ago specialises in interior fabrics. Whether its a single cushion or a whole house Textures can transform your space. With over 20 years experience in the business Tanya is an expert when it comes to interior fabrics.

Whether you are looking for something bold and bright or subtle and classy Tanya can help you find a fabric to complement your space perfectly, she said: “My background in Spain was the holiday home market, so I know what works and what people are looking for and I can work with them to find what they want.”

Soft furnishings are the final touches that really make a space. From cushions to curtains they are the eye catching details that finish a room off. If you decide to make them yourself not only do you get something unique and personal but also an immense sense of pride when visitors admire your creations.

If you are looking to spruce up your home this spring then pop in and see Tanya, she is helpful, knowledgeable and friendly. Tanya will work with you to come up with something that is perfect for you and your home.

The new shop is still in its early stages and there are lots more exciting things coming up for Textures by Tanya this year so keep your eyes open for upcoming announcements.

Call: 017687 80683 Instagram: @TexturesbyTanya

Having studied photography Tanya has an eye for detail and she uses this skill when choosing fabrics to display in her shop. Many of the products available at Textures are unique and affordable.

The moment you walk into the premises your eyes will be dazzled with an array of colours, patterns and textures, Tanya said: “That’s why people come back because they like what I buy. I always try and buy a bit different, a bit quirky. I like to source unusual prints and retro designs.”

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Blooming Lovely

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fter a long winter we turn our attention back to the outdoors. Our gardens have been ignored since we tidied them up in the autumn but with summer just around the corner a bit of preparation is essential.

The team at Oakhurst Garden Centre in Cockermouth share their top tips for this time of year.

Planting beds and border maintenance • Remove early weeds as they will compete with plants and shrubs for space and nutrients • Add bark mulch to really stop weed growth • Make some plans for your garden and the year ahead • Protect new shoots from slugs (their favourite food is tender shoots and fresh growth) • Cut back and remaining perennials and seed heads • Cover tender young plants and fruit blossom with fleece to protect against late frosts • Tie climbing plants to their supports to encourage more flowers • Prune summer flowering Clematis during March for good summer flowering • Lift and divide perennials • Nip the Daffodil heads off, leave the foliage to give the bulb its energy back for next year

Grow your own • Plant shallots, onions and potatoes. Early potatoes best sellers are varieties like Home Guard, Foremost and Duke of York • Sow seeds using John Innis seed compost or Dalefoot bracken and wool compost made locally near Penrith • Repot pot bound plants into a larger containers • Prepare beds and plots ready for sowing seed and planting young veg • Clean and disinfect greenhouses, tools and equipment to avoid contamination

Lawn Care • Mow and feed your lawn as soon as it’s mild enough to do so and do it regularly to encourage a thick carpet • Aerate your lawn with a garden fork to improve drainage and soil structure • Rake out the moss from the lawns and scatter some grass seed.

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Wildlife • Continue feeding the birds and red squirrels during spring, it’s their breeding season and natural food sources may be running low • Report sightings of the non-native grey squirrels to Northern Red Squirrels. Grey squirrels numbers need to be controlled to reduce the spread of the squirrel pox virus which kills the reds • Think about putting a bird nesting box up, as there is less natural places for birds to nest.

It’s always handy to make a garden diary of what you plant with its name, details, location and what vegetable crops you have grown this year. It will make your job easier next year.

If you have any questions of which plant will grow in your soil it can be confirmed with a ph soil tester.

Pond Maintenance • Tidy up plants in the pond and bog areas • Remove debris from pond • Clean out filter systems • Check pumps, pipes and UV bulbs are in good working order

Nanette has one final tip to keep some colour in your garden right throughout the year and that’s to buy a flowering plant each month of the year if you can. Knowing when a plant is in flower is part of the planning process and means different parts of the garden will be highlighted at different times of the year.

According to Nanette from Oakhurst Garden Centre it’s important to design and plan your garden layout. Remember to visualise the how plants will grow and spread, gardening is not an overnight pursuit. When you consider your plant choices remember to think in terms of years and not days.

Look at the way the sun hits your garden, make a note of where the shade falls and that will determine whether you buy plants that like shade, part sun or full sun. Plant out your shrubs and trees in either autumn or spring/early summer.

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Are you looking to Let Privately or Self Manage?

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ou should read this before you make your final decision.

John chose to privately let his home: After moving in with his partner as the income would cover the mortgage payments, he found the perfect tenants who agreed the £475 pcm rent and they moved in shortly after they signed the tenancy agreement.

After several problem free years: John decided to sell the property to fund the purchase of a bigger home with his partner. The tenants were served the appropriate Notice to Quit informing them of the landlords intention to regain possession.

The day of the possession came: But the tenants didn’t move out of the property. John instructed a solicitor who advised that the Notice served was invalid because he hadn’t provided the relevant documents to the tenant during the tenancy.

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The tenants stopped paying the rent: John served them with a further Notice for possession.

They continuously refused to leave the property or pay rent. It took John a year to eventually get the matter to court and regain possession.

John was £10,00 out of pocket: Due to £5,700 in rent arrears, combined with letting agent and solicitor fees. This wouldn't of happened if John knew his legal obligations, as a landlord, to the tenants and his property.

There are over 150 pieces of legislation: Most of which a landlord who lets privately or self-manages a tenancy should know. Keep it for those who are trained and experienced and call you local Grisdales office now!

For more information on all our services visit our website at www.grisdales.co.uk or give us a call: Cockermouth 01900 829977 Workington 01900 605544 Whitehaven 01946 693931

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Money Matters with The IFA Company

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ow and when to take pension income can be one of the most important, yet complicated, decisions that you make in your financial life. The IFA Company’s Lucy McKinley explains how financial advice can take the worry out of retirement planning.

It’s no exaggeration to say that the decisions you make when you retire can impact your standard of living for the next 40 or even 50 years. Pension regulations have changed beyond recognition in recent years; the different types of pension and the options for drawing benefits are sometimes bewildering. So, it’s little wonder that people are nervous about making the wrong choices at retirement.

If you think you could benefit from a discussion about how to take income from your pension funds, please contact us on 01946 821150, email lucy@ifaco.co.uk or visit www.ifaco. co.uk.

If you would like to discuss any aspect of your finances but you’re unsure about financial advice, why not come to one of our free drop-in sessions? The next sessions will be on Thursday 11th April and Thursday 9th May from 3.30pm to 5.00pm. There’s no need to make an appointment, just pop into the office at 43 Main Street, Egremont (the building with the large, orange Egremont Travel sign).

By the time you reach retirement it’s likely you will have built up pension provision with several different employers. You might also have contributed to personal pensions throughout your working life. The challenge is deciding on the best way to take benefits from multiple sources in order to provide a secure income.

Even if you’ve only worked for one employer, you may find you’ve got more than one pension policy and many options for taking benefits. Sellafield employees are a prime example of this: due to the changes in the Sellafield pension plan in 2008, individuals retiring from Sellafield today can have as many as 5 different pension policies.

As the most local independent financial advisor to Sellafield, we’ve helped numerous Sellafield employees plan their retirement over the past 10 years. We’ve experienced firsthand how pensions freedoms have benefitted retirees but have also made the choices at retirement a lot more complicated. Our focus is on providing the most tax-efficient, sustainable income to support our clients’ standard of living throughout retirement.

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bella vita

By Danielle Murphy

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ella Vita is celebrating nine years in business this May and since moving to their beautiful harbourside salon things are only looking up!

Beauty trends fluctuate and evolve just as much as anything else, luckily Bella Vita know this and offer their clients some of the most contemporary treatments available. One treatment they offer has been a hit with celebrities.

Dermaplaning burst into the media around two years ago. It is essentially a super effective exfoliation. The beautician takes a small scalpel and gently runs it over your skin, this picks up any dead skin and peach fuzz.

Of course, I wouldn't be able to talk much about the treatment without trying it myself so I popped into Bella Vita to try and test it. When I first heard about dermaplaning I felt an instant pang of horror because I assumed it meant basically shaving your face!

However, after speaking to Billie, who has the treatment done regularly herself, I felt assured that the rumors about waking up the next day with a stubbly, dark five o'clock shadow were just fabricated myths.

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Billie explained: “The only reason hairs can sometimes come back feeling slightly rougher is because when you remove the tip of the hair with a flat object like a razor or in this case a scalpel, the tip of the hair is blunted and flat. This treatment will not leave you with stubble two days later.

Most of the hair on the face is very fine peach fuzz which won't grow back darker, thicker or more noticeable.”

As well as dermaplaning, I was also lucky enough to have the full treatment. Firstly my face was cleansed to remove any excess dirt or make-up. Then she began with the scalpel, gently taking it along my cheek, I was almost expecting some kind of pain but it was actually really pleasant.

It was over relatively quickly and afterwards I had a very weak chemical peel applied to my face to lift any dirt out of exposed pores to avoid breakouts. After the chemical peel I had a ‘soothing mask’ applied - this was probably my favourite part.

The thick mask was amazing. It cooled my face right down and felt like it was really re-hydrating my skin. After this was removed I could see the finished product. I was expecting to be slightly red and maybe a bit patchy but it wasn't at all.

In fact the results were instantaneous.

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My face was smooth, glowing and dewy. I was amazed. There was no discolouration or redness and the best part was no hair! One week after the treatment there was still no sign of any stubbly hairs poking through and my skin was looking better than it ever had. I didn't even wear foundation for the following weeks. As a woman who fights a daily battle with a fuzzy face and dull looking skin this treatment was amazing.

It hasn't left me with any hair worse than before and I feel so much more confident in myself!

Bella Vita offer a huge range of treatments and services. All of the beauticians at Bella Vita are qualified, knowledgeable and most importantly super friendly. If you want to feel your best this spring/summer then pop in and see how Bella Vita can help you.

Call: 01946 592322 Facebook: @Bella.v.healthandbeauty

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angy morton

Bringing your dreams to life!

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ngy Morton has been making dresses since she was only six years old.

Her talent and knowledge have taken her designs to some of the most prestigious events such as London Fashion Week.

Coming from a long line of Tailors spanning generations the art of creating beautiful garments is in her blood, Angy said: “I am not only a dressmaker but a Tailor by trade. My great great grandfather was a Tailor as were many members of my family, it was my grandmother who first taught me and I remember being fascinated even then!”

Although her qualifications state she is a Tailor, Angy’s real passion lies in dress designing and dressmaking. Her bespoke service allows customers to work with Angy to bring their ideas to life - and this is what she loves most, she said: “My favourite aspect of my job is creating bespoke dresses. I often get ladies coming to me with an idea of what they want in their mind but they don't know how to explain it or find it elsewhere. This is what really gets me going, creating a design that makes the customer light up.”

Like any job, good customer service is at the heart of what you do and for Angy this is particularly important: “I don't want my customers to walk away not completely satisfied.

I want them to be 150% happy with what I design and if they're not then I will make any alterations necessary to ensure that the garment made is not only good but exquisite” And it isn't only bespoke wedding dresses that Angy makes, she can do anything from quality alterations, house dressing to brides, bridesmaids, prom dresses, mother of the bride and cocktail dresses.

If you are looking for a dress that is unique, bespoke and show-stopping then Angy can help. She is based just outside of Cockermouth, get in touch to arrange a consultation over a cup of tea and a biscuit and watch as Angy brings your dream dress to life!

Find out more at angymorton.co.uk or eMail angy@angymorton.com

Originally from Romania, Angy has lived in the UK for 18 years and set up her business in 2005 after a little nudge from her husband, she explained: “Opening my own business has been the biggest and boldest step I have made in my career. Many people would assume it was London Fashion Week but for me that was just part of the job. Actually taking the leap and opening a business was a huge deal for me, but it was my husband that gave me the confidence to finally do it!”

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4 Ways to Shop More Sustainably

Know Your brands

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n the era of fast fashion, we could all shop more sustainably says Sarah Sinclair.

Fashion is not known for being the most sustainable and this era of fast fashion the clothing industry has taken a heavy toll on the environment.

While fast fashion can’t always be completely avoided, if you are buying from high street brands, know that some are better than others. Many now have more sustainable lines in store, such as H&M Conscious, Mango Committed and Zara’s Join Life. H&M and Marks and Spencer also have dedicated programmes in place which promote clothing recycling.

In the last year the UK sent 235 million items of clothing to landfill but we’re now starting to think about our fashion footprint too.

At London Fashion Week in February, the BBC launched a sustainable fashion and lifestyle brand in partnership with eco-friendly fashion house Mother of Pearl. It’s aim is to target Blue Planet and Planet Earth viewers who were driven to take action by David Attenborough’s powerful telling of the harmful effect of human impact on the planet.

Elsewhere Instagram influencers and fashion journalists such as Pandora Sykes and Katherine Ormerod have used the platform to encourage their followers to shop more considerately.

There are small changes we can all make to introduce some sustainability into our wardrobes.

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In with the Old

It seems obvious, but simply buying less is the best way to reduce your fashion carbon footprint. Most of us have such bulging wardrobes we can’t even remember half of what’s buried at the bottom. Raid your cupboards, try some things on and you might fall back in love with those long-forgotten pieces.

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A Vintage Affair

Vintage and second-hand is your best best for guilt-free fashion purchases. Not only is it great fun raiding the racks, but you’ll most likely bag yourself a bargain too. Plus, you get to give an old piece of clothing a new lease of life and there’s potential for endless hours spent daydreaming of the sights that shirt has seen.

Shop Local

Buy less, but better by shopping in your local independent boutiques, rather than the national chains. Independent brands are more likely to buy sustainably, putting thought into where they source their stock from and there’s a good chance they’ll be better quality, so will last longer as a result.

You’ll also be supporting your local high street and investing back into your community when you spend there.

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bridget foster: mum’s the word

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s some of you may know I collaborate with the Lanes Shopping Centre on various commercial shoots.

The most recent shoot was Mothers day.

We choose a mother and daughter from Carlisle to feature in the video.

The shoot took place at the Halston Hotel in Carlisle and we had three looks.

Day time Afternoon Tea Evening My job was to create hair and makeup looks to compliment the styling and the brief.

Make up can be tough to remove and touch up if you are shooting back to front like we did.

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on. This really isn’t the case. Beautiful and flattering makeup should suit all ages if done well.

I used the same foundation on mother Cheryl and daughter Cherry. The new Dior Forever glow applied with Real Techniques Insta Pop Face Brush £10.99. The brush is large and spreads the foundation lightly and evenly over the skin, allowing you to build if needed.

Such a beautiful finish and with an SPF 35 it’s great for everyday use.

I also used the new Urban Decay EyeShadow Palette, reloaded. They are a perfect set of wearable colours that is ridiculously versatile and I could turn up to a job with that palette only which is £39. I have done a video on my Instagram on this palette.

I also used a variety of lipstick colours from L’oreal. I am obsessed with the colour riche shine range at £8.99.

642 is a must colour in my kit along with Bare Minerals Gen Lipliner. Together they create a polished nude lip.

Both wore Ardell Demi Wispie lashes but Mother Cheryl had only ¾ on to lift her eye shape, and daughter Cherry had two sets of lashes applied to create a heavier glam look.

Photography by Danny Fowler www.dandhphotographers.co.uk and more information can be found at www.thelanescarlisle.co.uk

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take stress off finding a dress!

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fter 15 years Bron-ja of Wigton is under new ownership. Linda Smith who owns an accessory shop in Whitehaven hopes to keep Bron-ja’s brilliant reputation alive.

Linda was a previous customer of Bron-ja and when she heard they were selling she knew it was an opportunity not to be missed, she said: “It is such a lovely shop and I knew how much of a shame it would be to see it close forever. It all just seemed to happen at the right time for all of us.”

Bron-ja of Wigton specialises in special occasion wear and focuses primarily on mother of the bride/groom outfits.

They stock a range of high-end products with names such as John Charles, Luis Civit and Ann Balon.

Linda wants to ensure that Bron-ja continues as it has for over a decade, she said: “The previous owners worked really hard to make sure they were giving customers a quality experience, I want to keep that going. I'm not coming into the business to make big changes, I just want to keep it alive and up-hold the fantastic reputation that Bronja and Jane have built over the years.”

If you have a wedding approaching this year and stress is setting in, Linda and her team will have you feeling relaxed in a matter of time. If you are looking for a quality outfit, solid advice and an all round pleasant experience, head to Bron-ja of Wigton.

Visit www.bronja.co.uk or call 016973 43312

Offering a bespoke service, the staff at Bron-ja will take away any stress that comes with finding an outfit. That's because not only do Bron-ja sell outfits but they also stock a range of hats, fascinators and bags so you wont need to go to three different places to complete your attire, they have everything you need right there.

And with their alteration service you are guaranteed the perfect fit, Linda said: “Our alteration service means that you don't have to worry about anything, we will do a fitting for you, send it to our seamstress and all you have to do is come back for your next fitting. We will always make sure our customers are happy when they leave, we understand how important it is for them to feel good on the big day.”

Having been open for 15 years, the shop has become a popular and well known business in the area and it seems, in true Cumbrian style, Linda has been welcomed and accepted all over the town, she said: “It's been so overwhelming, I really didn't expect as much support as I have received.

I have had other local business owners popping in and congratulating me and welcoming me to Wigton. It really has been lovely.”

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Bring your designs to the Real Jeweller

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ultons Lakes Jewellery Works is the first of its kind in Cumbria. A cafe, an attraction, a shop and a workshop all under one roof.

The family business started in 1990 until they relocated to Keswick in 2017 where Fultons Jewellery Works became an attraction and cafe. Zoe and Brian Fulton run the Jewellery works together.

With over 35 years in jewellery manufacturing Brian is an expert and using traditional methods with the latest technology he is able to create the most stunning pieces.

“our clients can be as involved as they wish from design to finish.”

You can have the opportunity to get an insight into the art of crafting jewellery because Fultons offer a bespoke service allowing you to bring your ideas to life, Brian said: “We do a lot of custom made jewellery for people, our clients can be as involved as they wish from design to finish.”

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Zoe and Brian want to reignite the history that Keswick once had for handcrafted items. In 1884 the Keswick School of Industrial Arts was opened and was attended by hundreds of craftsmen. It closed in the 1980’s and is now a distant memory but Brian and Zoe wish to continue that legacy.

It's not just traditional jewellery Fultons are responsible for creating, last year they were commissioned to create the local deputy Mayors’ chain.

Another interesting piece they created gives an indication of the skills and dedication of Brian: “A ring we did recently was something we hadn't done before. The customer wanted a silver ring with an imprint that replicated the surface of the moon. We always strive to deliver what our clients want so we used high resolution images and hand crafted a lunar landscape.”

This level of mastery is what Fultons offer their clients. They are open to any ideas you might have and they will work with you to create something perfect.

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If you are out for the day in Keswick pop in and enjoy a luxury coffee, cake, watch the experts at work and maybe even treat yourself, or someone special, to a unique and beautiful piece of jewellery, created from start to finish right here in the Lake District.

For more information visit www.brianfulton.co.uk or call 01768779798

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Alexandra’s of Keswick - Nine years on!

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lexandra’s of Keswick is much more than just a clothes shop. They have been doing their bit for our planet for nine years now and it seems they are eager to continue!

We are living in a time where a huge percentage of the population are trying to be more conscious about how their choices affect the planet. We are also in an era where fast fashion is rife, products can be produced quickly, cheaply and often unethically.

Alexandra’s of Keswick has been thinking about the origin and impact of what they stock for nine years and they continue to champion ethically sourced and environmentally friendly garments.

Shop owner Alexandra said: “Fast fashion has a detrimental effect on our planet and often endorses terrible working conditions. We source brands which use organic cottons and fabrics such as bamboo, not only are they better for the environment and more ethical but they are designed to last season after season.”

And as spring brings the sun we are glad to hear that this season is all about the citrus colours, Alexandra said: “We are seeing a lot of greens, teals and yellows at the minute.

These colours are great because there are so many different shades and Alexandra’s can advise which flatter your individual skin tones. Whether you are just going for a subtle burst of colour or you are looking to really brighten up, these shades are ideal.”

If you are trying to be more environmentally friendly and looking for clothes that are ethically sourced then Alexandra's of Keswick is perfect for you!

Alexandra and her team are super friendly and full of knowledge so if there is anything you want to know about their products then pop in to their shop at Packhorse Court, Keswick.

Sadly, the average family in the UK throws away around 30 kilograms of clothing every year with only 15% being recycled or donated. Most of this will end up in landfill and if the materials are synthetic they will remain in these landfills for around 200 years.

Shops like Alexandra's are paving the way for a better and sustainable future in the world of fashion. From socks to skirts, everything they have in stock is made with the welfare of the environment and the people who make the products in mind.

Some of the brands they have in stock include, thought clothing, Mistral, Adini, Nomads and loads more. Some of the materials used by Alexandra's suppliers are very unique, for example, Tencel which is made from eucalyptus.

Alexandra said: “It may sound odd using plants such as eucalyptus but the material is actually really nice, it hangs beautifully, washes well, has breathable qualities and when blended with organic cotton, Tencel adds wrinkle-resistance and the lustrous feel of a silk.”

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TRADITIONAL BREAD BEER AND ONION SOUP SPRING COCKTAILS RECIPES

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Traditional Bread The Watermill

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ith over 30 different recipes and stunning imagery the Lakes and Cumbria Cookbook uncovers the signature dishes of some of the region’s hidden gems (and the culinary geniuses who reside there).

We’re sharing some of these special dishes with you, so you can bring a taste of the Lakes and Cumbria to the comfort of your own home……

The Watermill at Little Salkeld mill their own wholemeal and unbleached white flours from organic and biodynamically grown English wheat.

Preparation time: 25 minutes, plus 45 minutes proving time | Cooking time: 25-40 minutes Makes 2 x 1 lb loaves or 1 x 2lb loaf Ingredients: • For white bread: • 500g flour • 10g dried yeast • 7g salt • 350ml water For wholemeal bread: • 550g flour • 1g dried yeast • 11g salt • 440ml water

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Method: 1.

Mix the flour, yeast and salt in a mixing bowl. Add the water and mix together into a well-combined, slightly sticky dough. If making by hand, place the dough on a lightly floured board or work surface.

Knead the dough well for 10-15 minutes until the dough can be stretched quite far but holds together. Flours with lower gluten content need more kneading to develop the gluten and help the dough rise. If using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment, mix for 10 minutes on a medium to high setting, ensuring that the dough is picked up and kneaded for at least half of the time.

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Grease the bread tin well, making sure anywhere the bread will touch is covered, otherwise the loaf will stick to the sides or base when cooked. If making 2 x 1 lb loaves, weigh the dough and split evenly into two. Shape the dough by flattening into a rectangle roughly the same width as the tin.

Then roll up the dough tightly so as to not leave any pockets of air. If there are any cracks on the top, flatten the dough again and repeat the rolling process until the top is smooth (if you have to do this more than three times the dough may need more kneading). With the join on the bottom, tuck under the sides of the dough.

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Place the dough in the tin and leave to rise in a warm place (near a preheated oven works well, but no hotter than 40°c) for approximately 45 minutes. Depending on the room temperature, this may take over an hour but never leave dough for more than two hours. The dough is proved when it has risen to the top of the tin at the sides and above the tin in the middle, and springs back when pressed gently. Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 220°c.

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Bake at the top of the preheated oven for 25 minutes (for 1 lb loaves) or 40 minutes (for 2 lb loaves). Avoid opening the door until the loaves are cooked. Tip out of the tin and tap the bottom to check; it should sound hollow when done.

Note: Using Bread Machines 1.

In bread machines, lower gluten flours can sometimes overprove (the dough collapses). We recommend using the basic setting on your machine and substituting 150g of the wholemeal flour in this recipe with white flour. Alternatively, use the dough setting then bake in a conventional oven.

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Beer and Onion Soup Hawkshead Brewery

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his take on a classic dish sums up our cooking style in a nutshell. Simple and rustic, but done properly and packed with flavour. We make our own stock from scratch and use the beer we brew on-site to full effect.

Preparation time: 15 minutes | Cooking time: 45 minutes | Serves: 6 Ingredients: • 60g butter • 750g white onions • 1-2 tsp salt • 30g plain flour • 200ml Hawkshead Brewery Dry Stone Stout • 1 litre beef stock • 1-2 tsp cracked black pepper • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce (optional) • Sourdough bread (roughly 1 slice per portion) • Mature cheddar, grated (allow up to 50g per portion)

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Method: 1.

Grate the cheddar and peel, halve and thinly slice the onions. Cut the bread into roughly centimetre squares and remove the crusts if you like, then lightly toast on both sides.

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Melt half of the butter in a large pan, then add the onions along with a teaspoon of salt and cook on a high heat for around 10 minutes until soft and juicy but not browned. Then remove the onions from the pan and set aside.

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In the same pan, melt the rest of the butter, then add the flour and stir on a medium heat with a wooden spoon for 1-2 minutes until completely combined to a bubbling paste. Pour in the beer, stir vigorously and cook until the mixture thickens and you start to see a few bubbles again. (Take care as this stage can create a lot of steam and spitting!

If the mixture is too hot, just slide the pan off the heat until it settles down.)

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Add the onions back into the pan along with the beef stock. Bring to the boil and simmer for 5-10 minutes. Add more salt and pepper to taste, and depending on the quality of the beef stock you may wish to add a tiny pinch of sugar. This recipe works best when well-seasoned with a good ‘bite’ of pepper so don’t be shy with it! For extra depth of flavour and colour add the soy sauce at this stage.

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To serve Place six heatproof serving bowls onto a baking tray and briefly warm them under the grill, then ladle in the soup till the bowls are about three quarters full.

Top with the sourdough croutons and plenty of cheese, then put back under the grill until melted and bubbling.

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white chocolate and cardamom cake allonby tea rooms

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t’s time to get baking because Brenda from Allonby Tea Rooms has shared one of her favourite recipes with us.

Ingredients: • 225g butter softened and extra for greasing.

• 4 eggs beaten.

• 225g caster sugar.

• 225g self-raising flour.

• 1 teaspoon baking powder.

• 12 cardamom pods.

• 50g good quality white chocolate to decorate.

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For the icing: • 100g good quality white chocolate.

• 50g butter softened.

• 75g full fat cream cheese.

• 200g icing sugar sifted.

• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.

Method: 1.

You will need two 20cm sandwich cake tins. Pre-heat the oven to180 degrees Celsius or gas mark 4. Grease the tins with butter and line the bases with baking paper.

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Place the butter and eggs in the large mixing bowl with the sugar, flour and baking powder. Beat the contents together using an electric mixer.

3. On a chopping board, bash the cardamom pods using a rolling pin. Collect the seeds and grind in a pestle and mortar. Next, Stir this into the cake mix and pour the batter into the tins. Then, smooth the top and bake in the oven for approximately 25 minutes (Until golden brown and has a spring when touched).

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Allow to cool in the tins for five minutes. Then turn the tin onto a wire rack and leave to cool.

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Making the icing: 1.

Melt the chocolate in a heat proof bowl and set over a gently simmering pan of water.

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Then, stir until melted and smooth. Do not allow the chocolate get too hot and set aside to cool.

Method resumed: 1.

Whisk the butter and cream cheese together until light and fluffy. The, whisk in ½ the icing sugar and vanilla extract. Next, add the remaining icing sugar and whisk again. Stir in the melted chocolate and chill for around 20 minutes.

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Spread ½ the icing on one sponge and then place the other sponge on top. Use the remaining icing on the top of the cake and grate white chocolate on top.

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ip into spring with our fresh new cocktail suggestions.

the hurricane This cocktail is proof that necessity is the mother of invention.

When faced with a glut of rum in the 1940s, New Orleans bar owner Benson O’Brien came up with a brilliant, but simple solution - design a rum-heavy cocktail using local ingredients.

Ingredients • The Essentials • 100ml of Dark rum (or light, it’s up to you) • 50ml of Passion fruit syrup • 50ml of Lemon juice • 1 passionfruit • Mint for garnish Method Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker. Add some ice and shake vigorously to mix. Strain into a glass, add a little of the passionfruit pulp and garnish with mint. A little bit like your own rum punch and perfect for a spring day. Enjoy!

Brunch Cocktail Toast and Marmalade Enjoy this classic breakfast at any time of the day, not just brunch. Inspired by the tried-and-true combination of jam on toast, this cocktail perfectly translates breakfast to the cocktail glass.

Ingredients • • • • • •

50ml Bourbon 25ml Drambuie A teaspoon of honey 25ml of lemon juice 1 heaping orange marmalade 2 dashes of bitters

Method Add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker, mix them well and pour the contents through a strainer into a glass. Garnish with a slice of orange. Sit back and enjoy your liquid breakfast.

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Raspberry Daiquiri This daiquiri recipe is made with fresh, natural ingredients.

Cool down with this beautiful warm weather cocktail.

Ingredients • • • • •

10 raspberries 20ml orange liqueur 60ml ounces rum ½ teaspoon raw sugar one lime, juiced

Method Prepare your glass by running a lime wedge around the rim of a martini glass. Dip the top of the glass into a plate sprinkled with sugar. In a mixing glass, muddle the raspberries with the lime juice and sugar. Add rum and lots of ice. Shake well. Pour the mixture through a sieve into a martini glass. The sieve helps catch the raspberry seeds. Garnish with a raspberry.

Gin and Watermelon Punch Ingredients • • • • • •

750ml Dry Gin 750ml watermelon juice 375ml lemon juice 375 ml agave nectar Watermelon chunks 750 ml sparkling wine

Method This cocktail couldn’t be simpler to make. Add all the ingredients into a bowl and stir well to ensure agave liquifies with other contents. Refrigerate to chill and top with sparkling wine.

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A local beer with plenty of air miles

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nnerdale Brewery has always offered beers that are distinct, full of flavour and uniquely Cumbrian. So it won’t surprise beer lovers to learn that the key ingredient to their latest creation has been collected within ten miles - as the bee flies - from the brewery.

According to owner Paul Zanacchi, using local products is high on the agenda: “We like to release a few seasonal beers throughout the year, and with a mind to keeping ingredients local we approached the Whitehaven and District Beekeeping Association. Using local honey means native flowers and it should give our new beer called Honeycomb, a very distinct flavour.”

Honey in brewing is not a new idea, it’s been associated with the craft since time immemorial. Honey beer was favoured by the Egyptians, however The Chair of the Whitehaven and District Beekeeping Association Grahame Pinches

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was delighted with the novel idea when the brewery approached local beekeepers: “All the honey for the new beer comes from hives dotted about the countryside within a few miles of the brewery.

The honey is distinct to our area and has come from local wildflowers, hedgerows and native trees like Blackthorn and Hawthorn. Cumbrian bees are very tough, they forage at lower temperatures than other bees and they work harder for their honey. We like to think our honey tastes better because of it.”

Head brewer, David Morton thinks beer lovers will be surprised by the results: “Honeycomb is a Golden Ale with a gentle honey flavour. Honey sugars are completely fermentable which can leave the flavours but without the sweetness so I’ve added crystal and cara malt which give body and sweetness. Goldings hops adds a floral flavour but the taste of honey is a distinct feature.”

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Like the bees that have helped produce this marvellous beer it’s best not to dawdle. Honeycomb can never be fully replicated again and is available in casks for the next three months. Bottles are also on sale in the Brewery Tap. For more information on any product from Ennerdale Brewery visit www.ennerdalebrewery.co.uk, call 01946 862977 or drop into the Brewery Tap.

“The honey is distinct to our area and has come from local wildflowers, hedgerows and native trees...”

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Motor club gearing up for busy year

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est Cumbria Motorsport Club was formed when the West Cumberland Motorsport Club merged with the Workington and District Motorsport Club back in the mid 90’s.

The original club dates back to the early 1900’s when it was known as the West Cumberland Cycle Club. With this long and distinguished history it comes as no surprise that Malcom Wilson, former rally driver and owner of MSport, is the clubs president and his mother Pearl, takes a more practical approach and keeps a close eye over WCMC’s activities.

“The club performs a couple of roles” explained secretary Kerryl Steel.

“We organise and run the Greystoke Stages rally every July and also help out with

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the Malcolm Wilson Rally every March. These are our main events and are full scale local rallies. They require a rally license and specific safety equipment for the driver, co-driver and car. They are exciting events for spectators and the local forests are fantastic venues for the rallies. But the club also hold a range of events during the year that are great fun for any driver.”

These are the autotests and production car autotests. The beauty about these events is that anyone with a club membership is entitled to compete and they can do it in their own car if they want, which makes motorsport a cheap and accessible pastime for anyone.

Kerryl points out that the autotests are not as straightforward as getting in your car and putting your foot down.

“An autotest is one person in the car competing on a course marked out with cones where the driver is given a map with the route. It’s up to the driver to follow the course in the best time possible. There can be anything from 15 to 20 stages during the course of a day and at the end all times are added up and the fastest wins.

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It’s not as easy as it sounds because you’ll be racing from memory and there are penalties if you hit a cone or take the wrong route. Production car autotests are slightly different and require a map reader and the driver, which makes it easier when it comes to navigation.”

“Anyone is welcome down at the club,” said Kerryl. “Come along and see what it’s about, it doesn’t cost a fortune.

Membership is only £12 and £18 for families which makes the autotests good, cheap fun. It doesn’t matter if you’re good or bad we’re all about the fun.

We have a few people that have cheap cars like 106’s or Corsas that have been stripped down to make them as light as possible but we also have people come along in the family car too and we’d love to see some fresh faces at the next event.”

The club are fortunate they have an agreement with the owner of the land opposite ASDA which means they hold events there a few times a year, so there’s a good chance people may have seen club members flying around that area from time to time. They also hold events at the Northside Speedway track and have used Kirkbride Airfield too.

For more information on the club and it’s upcoming events visit www.wcmcrallying.co.uk

The club also hold grass autotests which is exactly the same but in a field. They are lucky to have great contacts within the farming community because many members are farmers. The grass autotests are less wearing on cars which means they’re better for your everyday road car and great fun too.

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Stonic Mixx adds flair to the popular SUV range

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ia’s popular Stonic range has been widened with a bright new highly-specified special edition model – the Stonic ‘Mixx’.

Powered by a 1.0-litre T-GDi engine, developing 118bhp at 6,000rpm and 171Nm of torque between 1,500 and 4,000rpm, the Stonic ‘Mixx’ is finished in a particularly eye-catching combination of Clear White paintwork with an orange roof. Inside, unique black cloth and grey faux leather upholstery with orange accents is combined with a lower centre console and display screen surround finished in orange trim.

Standard equipment on the Stonic ‘Mixx’ includes 17-inch alloy wheels, air conditioning, front and rear electric windows, privacy glass for the rear windows and tailgate, reversing camera system with dynamic guidelines, a D-cut perforated leather steering wheel, satin chrome interior door handles and a six-speaker audio system with 7.0-inch touchscreen display with DAB radio, RDS, MP3 compatibility and Apple CarPlayTM and Android 52

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AutoTM. Bi-function projection headlights with static bending and LED daytime running lights deliver a stylish look, along with LED rear combination lights.

The combined fuel economy figure for both the manual and DCT automatic is 46.3mpg (WLTP), while emitting 130 g/ km of CO2 for the manual version and 120g/km with the DCT automatic transmission (NEDC 2.0). Acceleration to 60mph is achieved in 9.9 seconds for the manual and 10.2 seconds for the DCT automatic, with a top speed of 114 and 115mph, respectively.

Key signature design elements such as the ‘tiger-nose’ front grille, distinctive C-pillar, straight lines and smooth surfaces ensure that Stonic Mixx is instantly recognisable as a member of the modern Kia family.

The horizontal theme evident in the exterior styling is repeated in the cabin, emphasising width and space. The number of buttons and switches has been kept to a minimum to give a neater look and greater functionality. The Mixx follows the Stonic range in offering USB ports front and rear so that mobile devices can be charged from any seat.

Electronic Stability Control and Vehicle Stability Management are standard. All versions also have Hill-start Assist to prevent the car from rolling backwards when setting off on steep inclines.

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Autonomous Emergency Braking and Lane Departure Warning are standard. High Beam Assist, will automatically switch the car between dipped and full beam according to the traffic around it and the local street lighting.

The internal sound system will not disappoint with steering wheel-mounted audio controls, 60:40 sound split between front and rear seats complete with a six-speaker audio system.

The Stonic Mixx adds a smart key entry system and engine start/stop button, stainless steel pedals, black cloth and grey faux leather upholstery with colour accents, automatic air conditioning, LED rear lights, privacy glass on the rear side windows and tailgate, heated front seats, chrome window trims and interior door handles.

ISG, Kia’s engine stop/start system to ensure no fuel is wasted and no emissions are pumped into the air when the car is stationary, are standard. All versions are paired with a six-speed manual transmission and are front-wheel drive.

The steering response is immediate on twisting and often narrow roads, coupled with unshakeable stability at high motorway speeds and a smooth ride even on the varied and often neglected surfaces found throughout Europe.

In common with all Kias, the Stonic Mixx has the best warranty in the business ­­– a seven-year/100,000-mile declaration of faith in the reliability and quality of the car, covering all labour and parts except those subject to normal wear and tear.

The Stonic Mixx is a welcome addition to the already popular Stonic range.

To book your test drive contact 01900 608000 or visit Walkingshaw, Joseph Noble Road, Workington, CA14 4JH T h e We s t C u m b r i a G u i d e

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ootsteps Nursery is located in the heart of the local community and provides local, affordable early years education and childcare for children from 3 months to 5 years 11 months.

The nursery is an integral part of Westfield Housing Association and over the past 15 years has grown from strength to strength. Having just secured its 3rd consecutive outstanding Ofsted report the children, staff and parents have much to celebrate.

According to Nursery Manager Karen Fisher the outstanding Ofsted rating is a measure of the consistent high quality she and her team strive for: “Our early years care and

education is delivered by a highly qualified, enthusiastic team who are totally dedicated. Our aim is to meet the needs of the children, families and community, enabling every child to reach their full potential. This unique ethos and distinct educational philosophy provides a thriving, dynamic environment which Ofsted clearly recognises as Outstanding.”

Footsteps Nursery has the capacity to care for 108 children per session. Children are taught and cared for in an environment which has been carefully designed to meet the needs of every child.

The delivery of early years education and care is based on sound knowledge of child development and staff acknowledge that children are individuals who develop at their own pace. Footsteps Nursery is a totally inclusive where staff are committed to meeting the needs of each individual child on a day to day basis by sharing and involving parents in their child’s progress.

Footsteps approach reflects the principles of Fredrick Froebel, who was the founder of Kindergartens. His principles are clearly visible throughout the nursery, in particular the value Froebel placed on play.

“Play is never trivial; it is serious and deeply meaningful. It needs to be cherished and encouraged by both parents and professionals.”

Footsteps Nursery offers opportunity for qualifying children to access 2,3 & 4-year-old grant funding. The 3 & 4-year-old 30-hour offer can be accessed over 50 weeks reducing childcare costs during school holidays.

All children benefit from a well-organized, stimulating environment. Footsteps excels in this area and their aim is to develop curiosity, critical thinking, confidence and independence – essential skills for life.

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Ann Gregg

Cumbria’s most notorious prisoner

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hen David Cooper Holmes retired he decided to discover a bit about his genealogy.

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the bishop

of barf

That’s not uncommon but what he discovered was so unbelievable he wouldn’t have imagined it possible if it wasn’t in the Carlisle archives.

David discovered his ancestors were travellers with a few shady activities and then he came across Ann Gregg. She was his great grandmother five generations back and Ann turned out to be Cumberlands most notorious criminal.

Born in Moresby in 1756 her father and uncle were stealing tobacco from the Whitehaven docks at the time of her birth.

She was sentenced to death at 21 for stealing hankies but her sentence was commuted. Ann was later sentenced to be transported to Australia in 1793 and 1824 but her links with the notorious ‘Gang of Faws’ brought benefits.

She avoided transportation because she was pregnant and her unborn child was considered an innocent. She wasn’t pregnant at the time of her arrest but the gang made sure her husband William Hutchinson was on hand at the right time, in prison, to help out.

Ann was incarcerated in 9 different gaols over her life, she was in Carlisle at least six times but escaped on 3 occasions. She had at least 14 aliases and gave birth to 13 children. Her husband was sentenced to be transported but died on a prison hulk, although several of her descendants made the journey.

Her daughter Isabella ran a brothel on the way to Australia and her granddaughter started a mutiny on the way.

“She was a petty but serial felon,” said David. “As an ancestor I should have felt ashamed. Yet, as I got to know her circumstances and the poverty stricken life she was born into, I began to admire her strength, tenacity and ingenuity. She was determined to take care of her own, no matter the risk.”

Ann’s last spell in gaol was at the ripe old age of 84 when she was sentenced to hard labour for passing counterfeit coins, amazingly she lived until 92.

It’s a remarkable tale that’s well worth a read and you can buy a copy from www.p3publications.com who specialise in local history.

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s one travels north from Keswick on the A66, the steep slate scree slope of Barf is seen to the left with a large white-painted rock standing near the top of the scree.

This is the Bishop of Barf, a memorial to a foolish wager.

In 1783 the newly appointed Bishop of Derry, now Londonderry, was in the area and stayed at the Swan Hotel in Thornthwaite (now closed). He wagered that he would ride his horse up the side of Barf and onwards to the summit of Lord’s Seat.

Unfortunately, on attempting this feat, his horse fell on reaching the height of Bishop Rock, killing both horse and rider. The bishop was laid to rest at the base of the mountain and to commemorate his rather foolhardy enterprise the rock, known as the Bishop’s Clerk, was painted white by patrons of the Swan, who maintain the bishop in his pristine white coat to this very day.

Since the hotel closed, local villagers have continued this tradition. The fee paid to patrons painting the rock was set at one shilling and a quart of ale.

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Who let the dogs out?

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eylang’s Fun to Run K9 Play Park is one of those great ideas you can’t believe someone didn’t come up with it sooner.

The Doggie Play Park in Aspatria has proven to be a hit since the secure indoor area was opened in January. Keylangs is the brainchild of Nicola Rear, she explained why she felt the park was essential: “I wanted to make a safe, confined environment for owners and dogs to enjoy time together. There’s people that can’t let their dogs off the lead because they are rescue animals

and with Cumbria being an agricultural area there are farmers getting their sheep worried, so I believe I’m providing a service that’s helpful to everyone.”

The outdoor play area will be open before summer and then Keylangs will truly be a one of a kind: “The outdoor area is going to be astroturf which means that dogs will still be clean once they’ve finished playing, that is completely unique to Cumbria. A six foot high fence will surround the area, so owners can sit back and have a cup of tea while their dog lets off some steam.”

With wheelchair access, Keylang’s is perfect for people with mobility issues to let their dog have a run around.

Kelangs also offers a private hire service which is great for dogs with aggressive tendencies who may never get off the lead. That may be the most precious gift an owner can give a pooch that never gets the chance to run free and play.

Booking is essential because, understandably, Nicola needs to match dogs in the playfields at the same time. However, group play has proven to be a real hit and playdates for mixed dogs or breed specific sessions can be found online.

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Tea and coffee is available for dog owners who are content to sit back and let their dogs play with others.

You can purchase memberships to Keylang’s that offer a ten percent discount on all sessions and free refreshments. Your pooch will also receive a complimentary gift and card on their birthday.

Take you dog to Keylang’s and let them go wild.

For more information visit Keylang’s Facebook page @ keylangsfuntorun or call 07802 289488

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Editor’s Pick ur editors pick has some folk music, an up-and-coming band, a sporting legend, a local musician and some gripping and topical drama. There’s so much going on in our corner of the world.

An evening with Kevin Keegan 18 April, The Solway Hall

One of the greatest players in English football history. Kevin Keegan is famed for his style on the pitch, his ambition and his passion for the game. The evening will feature stories, photos and anecdotes throughout his incredible career. If you love the man then there could not be a finer way to spend an evening.

Hosted by Ian Milburn and supported with comedy from Lester Crabtree it’s bound to be a fantastic night. www.thesolwayhall.com

Phil Lewthwaite - Lakeland Song

26 April, Florence Arts Centre, Egremont For Cumbrian musician Phil Lewthwaite, our county and its people helped him create Lakeland Song. It’s a collection of music, inspired by Cumbria’s people, places, lifestyle and Phil’s experience in it. The introduction to Lakeland Song sums up Phil’s love for the area. “For me, the English Lake District has to be one of the most beautiful places on the planet. I’m very privileged that it’s the place I call home. I was born here. I’ve lived my life here and in all likelihood, I’ll die here too.”

Mylittlebrother

April 26, Threlkeld Village Hall Mylittlebrother are described as indie-rock with echoes of 60’s pop. They are led by singer-songwriter Will Harris and over the past 10 years they have toured with the likes of The Charlatans, Ocean Colour Scene and Eliza Doolittle. Will also plays the piano and is joined by Dan Mason on guitar/vocals, Robin Howson on bass/vocals and Simon Buttress on drums/ vocals. They have released 2 new singles ‘Love Song For An Island’ and ‘Cyanide’ reflecting their new, fuller sound. www.threlkeldvillagehall.org 62

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Twelfth Day

27 Apri, Rosehill Theatre Be swept away by the talent and musicianship of Twelfth Day when Orcadian fiddler Catriona Price and Peebles harpist Esther Swift make their Rosehill debut, performing in Messel’s Bar as part of Club Messel series. The wordless communication that passes between them as they perform shows the strength of their decade-long musical partnership and friendship. Twelfth Day are hard to define. Classically trained, they bring outstanding technical ability as well as an adventurous mix of folk, jazz, pop and classical influences to their compositions. www.rosehilltheatre.co.uk

Belshazzar’s Feast 13 May, Lamplugh Village Hall

Belshazzar’s Feast start with traditional folk music, add a touch of classical and jazz, throw in a bit of pop and top it off wry humour for a unique live experience that has made them one of the most popular duos in folk music. Comprising of Paul Sartin who is a former member of the band Bellowhead and current member of the folk trio Faustus. Paul Hutchinson is the founder member of the innovative and progressive folk band, The Playford Liberation Front. www.kirkgatearts.org.uk/arts-out-west

The Crucible

11 - 15 June, Theatre Royal, Workington A thought-provoking play by Arthur Miller, set in a 17th-century American Puritan colony, the Crucible is a shocking portrayal of what can happen when distrust takes hold in a community. Written in the 1950s, when hundreds of Americans were falsely accused of being communist sympathisers, the play is no less relevant today – in a world where fear is still used as a political tool, religious fanaticism threatens lives, ‘fake news’ spreads alarm and those in power claim there is more than one version of the truth. www.theatre-royal-workington.co.uk or call 01900 603161

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e are committed to showcasing the best of our local musical talent. If you’re in a band, or are a singer or musician and you’d like to feature in The Guide then email us at info@theguidemediagroup.com

False Flags RUN & HYDE

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alse Flags are a new rock band from Carlisle that came to fruition over a garden renovation last Summer.

What started as a half-serious notion quickly turned into an exciting project that blends rock, blues, indie and grunge.

The False Flags ensemble have experience in previous outfits, so when the conversation did get serious, the guys moved quickly and recorded three singles at Big Moose Studios in quick succession.

Dark Side, Contradict and Milk all showcase the wide range of influences between the four members.

According to drummer Adam, False Flags have crafted a sound that refuses to be pinned down: “We have a varied taste in music that ranges from hip hop to metal, punk and Britpop. With influences from the likes of Queens of the Stone Age, Jack White, Pixies, Television, Death From Above, The Doors, Nirvana and Led Zeppelin, it makes us a bit of a mixed bag.”

The band consists of Tom Jolly (28, lead vocals and guitars), Neil Gee (37, bass and backing vocals), Luke Stewart (29, guitars) and Adam Lewis (32, drums and backing vocals).

With maturity comes confidence in their own judgement and their singles are testimony to their originality. It’s well worth watching the accompanying video to ‘Dark Side’ on youtube.

Singles are available from iTunes, Spotify and Soundcloud and their next show is supporting Beachmaster at The Brickyard on March 23rd.

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un and Hyde are a young group from the Furness Peninsula who are making quite a name for themselves.

Formed early last year the band have a growing reputation and have made a number of festival appearances like Pig Fest, Another Fine Fest and Kendal Calling on the Yam Riot stage.

They found time to record three singles - ‘You should Know’, ‘Mine’ and ‘Crocodile Tears’. The influence of the Arctic monkeys and The Strokes are apparent in their music but what is pleasing is the conviction of the band in their own style.

Crocodile Tears is the latest single and it give no clues that the average age of the band is 18. Run and Hyde know how to craft a tune and it’s no surprise they have made such giant steps in their first year. Normally a younger band is pretty frenetic as they race through their songs.

Not so these guys, they take their time and showcase their temperament to its fullest.

The band consists of Sam Leitch (19, singer/rhythm guitar), Will Oliver (19, bass player), Tom Snelgrove (18, lead guitar) and Lewis Lockhart (17, Drums).

If the guys thought 2018 was hectic then they have huge plans for 2019 according to bass player Will: “This year we’d love to go further afield, we really want to play Manchester, Liverpool and the like. We also have a possible EP in mind.”

You can certainly expect to hear more from this young group.

Check them out on Spotify or Deezer and follow them on facebook @Run.Hyde

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Rave City Manhattans Bar Bubbles GL3 · Whitehaven

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Beats In The Bar The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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Jungle Rock The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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OH! What a Feeling!

Carnegie Theatre & Ar ts Centre · Workington

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Sensational Vocal Harmony Par ty Band - The Boyz Hensingham ARLFC · Whitehaven

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Little Mix Tribute Show Carnegie Theatre & Ar ts Centre · Workington

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Ritz The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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The Wolff Sisters EDT, Egremont

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Mar y Ann Palermo EDT, Egremont

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Spoke Too Soon + Canada Square Lounge 41 · Workington

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Lady Gaga/ Madonna Tribute Henr y’s · Workington

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Jenna Nicholls with Opening act Brendan O’Shea EDT, Egremont

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Luke Appleton live at The Three Tuns The Three Tuns · Whitehaven

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Bon Jovi Tribute Marchon Club · Whitehaven

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Wild Leek River EDT, Egremont

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DEAN RICHARDSON as FREDDIE MERCURY Seaton Legion · Workington

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Prospect Zero + The Gazelles Live Florence Ar ts Centre · Egremont

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Jungle Rock The Gaslight Cocktail Bar · Workington

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Counterfeit Sixties Carnegie Theatre & Ar ts Centre · Workington

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Vegas Theme Night With Elvis Tribute Paul Thorpe Plus Disco

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Twelfth Day Rosehill Theatre · Whitehaven

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Par ton Pop-Up Pub Par ton, Cumbria

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Micky Diamond The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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Delorean The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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Fire Kings The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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Open Mic Florence Ar ts Centre · Egremont

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Good Friday Lounge 41 · Workington

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GOOD FRIDAY WITH SALLY THOMPSON 19 Apr–20 Apr · Parkside Hotel · Cleator Moor

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Hear tbreak Remedy Live At Skinny Jimmys Lounge 41 · Workington

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Dir ty DC Carnegie Theatre & Ar ts Centre · Workington

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Dave King The Lowther Club, Whitehaven

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Your summer... sorted with Cumbria’s fantastic festivals

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ith summer around the corner it's time to start talking festivals and Cumbria is never short of great music events to get you through. The rolling green fields, Cumbria’s finest ales and the handpicked line- ups are ready and waiting.

It was announced last year that Solfest 2019 will be the last ever. Many of us have grown up with this festival and to hear that this year’s will be a farewell event is deeply saddening but we’re not about doom and gloom, despite it being the last one it is also set to go back to its humble, family friendly beginnings. Definitely one not to miss!

Just across the county, Cumbrias biggest music festival Kendal Calling will be in full swing. With headlines including the Courteeners, Manic Street Preachers, Years and Years and the legend himself Sir Tom Jones! Of course there will be many more artists performing throughout the weekend making this festival a haven for music lovers.

There are many more festivals taking place across the county, we have listed a few here.

Ireby Festival, Ireby 24-25th May Cockermouth Live, Cockermouth 28-30th June 2019 Eskfest, Eskdale Valley 4-6th July Kendal Calling, Lowther Castle & Gardens 25-28th July Solfest, Aspatria 23 -25 August

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e’re rapidly heading into warmer weather and beer festival season. Here’s some of the best our region has to offer.

Egremont Beer Festival, Egremont Rugby Union Club 14 - 15 June The Egremont Rugby Union Club Beer Festival goes from strength to strength, it’s now one of the most highly anticipated dates on the summer calendar. After last year's record breaking event organiser John Nolan said: “It just keeps getting better and better. The support of the local community is growing every year for this friendly event.”

Featuring music from Don McKay, Mojo Rising and the Indica Gallery there’s plenty for young and old.

Real Ale, Cider, Gin Festival. Lowther Club, Whitehaven 24 - 27 May Kicking off on Friday afternoon the Lowther Club will host a bank holiday of Ale, Cider, Gin and entertainment. Twenty real ales and six specialist ciders is impressive enough but add over 40 gins and you have a fantastic weekend.

It’s packed with a diverse range of entertainment from the likes of the Committed to Rock Choir, Emma, Nicki B, Jenia, Maverick, Vicky D, The Misfits and Cher and Meatloaf tribute acts. Festivals and Bank holidays go hand in hand, this is one not to miss.

Other notables are: The Loweswater Beer Festival, 25th to 27th April Woolpack Cider and sausage Festival, 26 - 28 April The Strands Inn and Brewery Beer Festival, 11 - 13 May Keswick Beer Festival, 7th - 8th June Boot Beer Festival , 6th-9th June T h e We s t C u m b r i a G u i d e

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You can bet on a great day at Carlisle races

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t 28 Molly Dingwall is the youngest General Manager of any racecourse in the country but she brings a wealth of experience to the top job at Carlisle.

Formerly a trainee general manager at the Jockey Club, Molly previously had first hand experience organising and running the best racing festivals in the country: “It was fantastic, I would go around all the courses within the Jockey Club group, which includes the likes of Cheltenham and Aintree. Working at these festivals helped develop my knowledge what it was like to be a general manager and run the big events, which has been essential in my new role.”

Molly lived out of a suitcase for over a year but it was a small price to pay: I’ve always loved horses since I was a child and I’m a bit of an adrenaline junkie so those two combined to make a perfect combination for horse racing.

I studied festival and event management at university and I wanted to combine my love for horses and racing into a career.

This was my dream job, so being on the road wasn’t an issue because I’ve always wanted to be the general manager at a racecourse. Luck was on my side because the right opportunities arose at the right time. It was incredibly hard work but also an amazing experience that taught me a lot.”

In her year as General Manager Molly has put that knowledge to the test. Her tasks vary enormously. One day she’ll be planning the sales and marketing strategies and the next will require decisions about room renovations.

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Of course race events are Molly’s specialty and the race planning, ticket sales and music artists keeps her on her toes.

Molly and her team have been busy this year bringing quality racing and big names to Carlisle. There is a full race schedule and the post race highlights this summer are sure to be international DJ Sigala and Gok Wan on Ladies Day. Sigala is one of the UK’s most respected electronic music producers. Having collaborated with Paloma Faith, Ella Eyre, Meghan Trainor and French Montana his stellar back catalogue and summer influenced hits will bring a party like no other to Carlisle on the 6th of July. The team at Carlisle Racecourse are very excited to have Sigala playing after racing and he’s proving popular so get booked in quickly.

“I’m also very excited Gok Wan is coming to town,” Molly confessed. “He’ll be here for Ladies night on the 5th of August and he will announce the best dressed prize and perform a DJ set after the racing.”

Carlisle has a very busy schedule of afternoon and evening racing with highlights being the Easter Family Weekend and Summer Family Day along with the Bell and Cumberland Plate. The Carlisle Bell is the oldest sporting trophy in the world but the Cumberland Plate Race will also be eagerly anticipated.

“Come down to Carlisle racecourse,” Molly adds. “We have exciting racing right over the year and we encourage people to try it out and have a great time. It’s a great day and a chance to experience something a little bit different.”

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Below are a full range of summer events, for more events please visit www.thejockeyclub.co.uk/carlisle

Easter Family Fun Day 20th April Afternoon Flat Racing 20th May Evening Flat Racing 30th May Feel Good Friday 31st May Evening Flat Racing 11th June Afternoon Flat Racing 17th June Bell and Cumberland Plate 26th June Sigala 6th July Afternoon Flat Racing 11th July Ladies Night 5th August Beer Festival 13th August Summer Family Fun Day 21st August Afternoon Flat Racing 29th August Final Flat Party 11th September

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Time for a tipple

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his May The Solway hall will hold another ‘Just the Tonic’ event. The night is centered around tasting various wines, gins and vodka as well as some music from local talent.

The whole event has been organised by Together We Can and aims to raise funds which will go towards the upkeep of the Solway Hall, a community venue that strives to bring entertainment to Whitehaven.

The event will see local artists take to the stage providing brilliant music and entertainment throughout the evening. The three acts are Miss Dee, Plastic Paddy and the MustangZ! Julieanne Kelly, director for ‘Together We Can’ said: “Rosehill Youth Theatre are a local charity and the Trustees and committee run the The Solway Hall which is situated in the Civic Hall in Whitehaven. The venue is open for the public and is run by volunteers. They need to raise quite a lot of money each year to keep the place open, so all the money raised on the night of this event will go towards the running of the Solway Hall. We are also looking for raffle donations, so if you can support in anyway, contact us. Please come and join us for a great night of entertainment and fun!”

Tickets are £15 and include four drinks either Gin, Wine or Vodka, nibbles and entertainment. A night not to be missed!

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Shelly And Steve T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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T h e M i s f i t z , V i k k i D, M av e r i c k , J e n i a , 2 5 Nikki B, Emma, Committed 2 Rock T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n 25

Lee Adams Music P u n c h e o n , W h i t e h ave n

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Andy Stine ..... Dead Ringer For Meat Loaf T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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R o s e R o o m a t Ke s w i c k J a z z & B l u e s F e s t i v a l Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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Steve Br yne T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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K a t e D i m b l e b y - S i n g H a p py R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Buttermere Bash 2019 Buttermere , Cumbria

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Paul T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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Open Mic Florence Ar ts Centre · Egremont

Ke s w i c k M o u n t a i n F e s t i v a l 2 0 1 9 17 Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a Q u e e n Tr i b u t e N i g h t 17 M a rc h o n C l u b · W h i t e h ave n

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Steve Wilson T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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Explosive Light Orchestra C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e · Wo r k i n g t o n

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O H N OVA a t L o u n g e 4 1 ( J u n e 1 , 2 0 1 9 ) L o u n g e 4 1 · Wo r k i n g t o n

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The Clints T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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Claire Mar tin - Believin’ It R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Spud T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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The Golden Jam T h e G o l d e n L i o n , Ke s w i c k

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Carnival Band C a r n e g i e T h e t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n

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Oye Santana C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Tw i s t e d I l l u s i o n - L o u n g e 4 1 , Wo r k i n g t o n L o u n g e 4 1 · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Shelly T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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Phoenix T h e L ow t h e r C l u b, W h i t e h ave n

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M a l e Vo i c e C h o i r T h e S o l w ay H a l l , W h i t e h a v e n

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Big Country comes to lake country

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et amongst the finest lakeland scenery the Keswick Mountain Festival is a celebration of the great outdoors.

However the festival - that runs from Thursday 16 May until Sunday 19 May - is much more. Launched in 2007, it’s grown into the UK’s best-loved outdoor festivals.

The heart of the festival will be the Village on Crow Park.

Situated on the waters edge the stage has the backdrop of the fells and Derwent Water.

Friday’s headline is favourites Peatbog Faeries and if past years are anything to go by it will be a lively performance.

Big Country take to the stage on Saturday night and the Scottish rockers will be followed with a DJ set by Happy Mondays stars Bez and Rowetta.

The stellar set of guest speakers brought together include iconic names from cycling and ultra-running.

Saturday’s talks are devoted to the Bob Graham Round, which is a fell running challenge named after the man who broke the Lakeland Fell record in 1932 by traversing 42 fells within 24 hours. It’s been a magnet for endurance athletes ever since.

The talk from Jasmin Paris will be a highlight. Jasmin became the first woman to win the gruelling 268 mile Montane Spine Race, which runs along the Pennine Way. She smashed the previous record by 12 hours, crossing the line in just over 83 hours.

Nicola Meadley, Festival director, comments: “We’ve secured some amazing speakers for this year’s festival. Graeme Obree’s reputation speaks for itself and his achievements are revered in the cycling world.

We’re delighted that Jasmin will be sharing the stage with fellow legends Billy Bland, Steve Birkinshaw, Martin Stone and Steve Chilton.”

Over 20,000 people are expected to descend on Keswick during the festival, with up to 4000 expected to participate in a range of events. The festival have organised an action packed weekend of open water swims, triathlons and fell races.

Locals are in for a treat as discounted tickets can be purchased from George Fisher, anyone living in CA12 will receive a significant reduction on concert tickets for both adults and kids.

Visit www.keswickmountainfestival.co.uk

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ld o d n a ung o y r o f A treat The Railway Children, 2nd to 4th May

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he members of Theatre Royal Youth (TRY), aged 8 to 18, are looking forward to presenting E. Nesbit’s The Railway Children (adapted for the stage by Dave Simpson).

This will be the most technically challenging show they have yet undertaken – and is guaranteed to provide great family entertainment.

In this much-loved story, Peter and his two sisters, Phyllis and Roberta (Bobbie), are growing up in a comfortable middleclass home in Edwardian London when their father is suddenly taken away by two strangers and their lives change overnight. With no regular income, their mother is forced to move to a small country cottage and the children are left to their own devices while she concentrates on writing books to support the family. With their poverty comes more freedom than they have ever known and the railway line at the bottom of the garden offers the trio friendships that will change their lives forever.

The Crucible 11th to 15th June

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laygoers members will join forces with talented young actors from Theatre Royal Youth to perform this gripping, thought-provoking play

by Arthur Miller.

Set in a 17th-century American Puritan colony and loosely based on the Salem witch trials, The Crucible is a shocking portrayal of what can happen when distrust takes hold in a community. Lust, superstition, blind faith and hysteria create a toxic atmosphere in which neighbours take revenge on neighbours and there is no refuge for the innocent.

Written in the 1950s, when hundreds of Americans were falsely accused of being communist sympathisers, the play is no less relevant today. In a world where fear is still being used as a political tool, religious fanaticism threatens lives, ‘fake news’ spreads alarm and those in power claim there is more than one version of the truth.

Booking details: Tickets for all the shows can be booked online at www.theatre-royal-workington. co.uk or you can leave a message for the Box Office on 01900 603161.

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MUSIC / COMEDY /THE ATRE / FILM / OTHER COMEDY

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Stepping Out T h e a t r e R o y a l , Wo r k i n g t o n

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L o s t Vo i c e G u y U K To u r C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n

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Swan Lake Carnegie Theatre

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Nor thern Joker C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n

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The Boy & The Mermaid R o s e h i l l T h e a t re , W h i t e h ave n

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Evening of Mediumship T h e a t r e R o y a l Wo r k i n g t o n

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The Time Machine R o s e h i l l T h e a t re , W h i t e h ave n

J i m D av i d s o n - T h e P e o p l e F i g h t B a c k !

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Rouse , Ye Women!

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R o s e h i l l ’s C o m e d y C l u b R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Joe Longthorne C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n

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Easter stor ytelling with Ian Douglas R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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S t a n d U p C o m e d y Wo r k s h o p a t Ke s w i c k T h e a t r e b y t h e L a k e · Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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Rosehill Youth Theatre presents Annie Running until the 28th Mattenie On 28 T h e S o l w ay H a l l , W h i t e h a v e n

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Sweet Caroline - Tribute To Neil Diamond C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e Wo r k i n g t o n

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The Addams Family Musical T h e a t r e b y t h e L a k e Ke s w i c k

M AY 01

The Addams Family Musical T h e a t r e b y t h e L a k e · Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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The Railway Children T h e a t r e R o y a l , Wo r k i n g t o n

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Flux R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Footloose the Musical C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e Wo r k i n g t o n

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Andrew Maxwell - Showtime!

R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Roy “Chubby” Brown C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n

Carl Hutchinson 2 5 I K n o w I S h o u l d n ’t B e h av e L i k e T h i s C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e , Wo r k i n g t o n JUNE 07

FILM APRIL Parent & Baby 1 1 H o w To Tr a i n Yo u r D r a g o n : H i d d e n Wo r l d A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k 16

Parent & Baby screening of Dumbo A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

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S t a t e m e n t O f Yo u t h A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

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The Chef Show, Ullock Village Hall - AOW Ullock Village Hall

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The Crucible T h e a t r e R o y a l , Wo r k i n g t o n

R o s e h i l l ’s C o m e d y C l u b R o s e h i l l T h e a t re · W h i t e h ave n

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Swallows and Amazons A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

For information on all upcoming GIGS head to www.cumbriaguide.co.uk

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orkington Town Council are hosting Workington Go on the 18th of May, followed by Party in the Park the weekend after.

Workington Go is a chance for young people to get out and participate in diverse activities they normally might not have a chance to. Activities are completely free although some require booking as there are limited slots available.

The event runs from 11am- 4pm and is aimed at 12 -18 year olds but others ages are welcome to come along.

Spread over three venues, participants will find archery, orienteering, skateboarding and heritage train rides in Workington Hall Parklands. Vulcan Park will host panna football, street art, cookery demonstrations, boxing and bowls.

Fri 28 June (10am - 6pm) Sat 29 June (10am - 5pm) 2019 Mitchell’s Lakeland Livestock Centre Cockermouth Cumbria CA13 0QQ

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Sessions of football coaching, canoeing, trampolining, snorkelling, climbing, face painting, cheerleading and craft activities are open at the leisure centre. The new Atlantis inflatable is also available at Workington Leisure Centre.

“Workington Go is our annual sports event and the idea is to get young people out of the house and trying something different.” explained Cllr Joan Wright, Chair of the Town Council’s Culture Committee. “The activities are free and we feel there is something for everyone. Activities like street art and archery will encourage people who don’t class themselves as sporty to come down, socialise and have a go at something new.”

Party in the Park is a fun packed festival for all the family that will take place on Saturday 25th May in Vulcan Park.

Running from 11am until 4pm, the festival is free (small charge for the fun fair) and filled with entertainment including live music, local market, children’s entertainment, face painting, craft making, a circus and more.

Live music and theatre performers will keep everyone entertained, adults will enjoy the beer tent and kids can stay refreshed from an array of local traders and food stalls.

The party will also celebrate 25 years of Workington twinning with Selm and will welcome guests from the twin town to help celebrate.

For more information on both events visit www.visitworkington.co.uk/workingtongo or www.visitworkington.co.uk/partyinthepark

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Rolling out the Red Carpet

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hitehaven Theatre Group roll out the Red Carpet for a one night only Cabaret Night on Saturday the 18th of May at Egremont Market Hall.

With a Film and TV theme there’s something for everyone to enjoy, from Harry Potter right through to Titanic. There will be a number of fantastically choreographed dances as well as some solo and group singing performances from Whitehaven Theatre Group members.

If that wasn’t enough you can also see some amazing performances from their friends which include Ignite, Maria Francis School of Dance, Singstars, Stagestars and Whitehaven Theatre of Youth.

Seating for this event will be a little different from Whitehaven Theatre Groups usual productions. With 16 round tables that hold 10 guests each there is capacity for a maximum of 160 audience members.

However, those who do book tickets will be given the VIP treatment of a drink on arrival, either buck’s fizz or orange juice. They’ll receive VIP waiting service and a small buffet for each table which is included in the ticket price.

Tickets cost £12.50 each or £100 to book a table for 10 people, these can be purchased from WTG’s website www.whitehaventheatregroup.com or by phoning 07588051942

Kayleigh Donald, from Whitehaven Theatre Group said: “I thought this event would be a great opportunity to showcase how much talent there is in our town and produce something that the whole community could enjoy.”

And Beth Clark of Singstars agrees: “We are looking forward to performing with WTG again! We are showcasing songs from the greatest showman with our choir aged 5-75!”

“Whitehaven Theatre of Youth are looking forward to performing a musical number.” commented Maria Morton.

“And a small sketch written by one of the group leaders based around School of Rock. We are hoping they will have a chorus number ready to give the audience a sneak preview of their forthcoming show, Aladdin.”

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T i m e t o G e t U p : K i d ’s I n t e r a c t i v e E x h i b i t i o n T h e B e a c o n M u s e u m , W h i t e h av e n

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Coast to Coast Cycle Whitehaven

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Eat Them to Defeat Them!

Wo r k i n g t o n L i b r a r y · Wo r k i n g t o n

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T h e L a k e l a n d F e s t i v a l o f L i g h t 2 019 Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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F a m i l y Tr e e P l a n t i n g D a y Whinlat ter · Braithwaite, Cumbria

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Ta r g e t Wr e s t l i n g The Solw ay H all , Whitehaven

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R u n S T RO N G L a k e D i s t r i c t Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a · Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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B B M R 10 t h A n n u a l M o t o r c y c l e R u n 2 019 Egremont

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Easter School C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Ta l k i n g Tu e s d a y : Why B e atrix Pot ter Visited my B at hroom The B e acon Museum , Whitehaven

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Jungle book E aster work shop S t B e g h’s RC J u n i o r S c h o o l · W h i t e h av e n

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Pop in and play doh!

Darling M anor · Whitehaven

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A pril school holid ays be ach cle an O l d s i d e W i n d f a r m · Wo r k i n g t o n

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C h a l l e n g e 10 - t h e C 2 C Whitehaven

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Ladies night Wo r k i n g t o n C r i c k e t C l u b · Wo r k i n g t o n

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3 Peak s Challenge Ke s w i c k , C u m b r i a

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L adies Day W h i t e h a v e n R u g b y L e a g u e 2 010 · W h i t e h av e n

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Open Day & Ar tisan Cr af t M arket S e n h o u s e C e n t r e · W h i t e h av e n

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B r awl In The H all 4 T h e S o l w a y H a l l , W h i t e h av e n

Wo r k i n g t o n G O 1 8 Vu l c a n P a r k , Wo r k i n g t o n H a l l P a r k l a n d s a n d Wo r k i n g t o n L e i s u r e C e n t r e

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E a s t e r C h i c k N e e d l e F e l t Wo r k s h o p To b i a s I n t e r i o r s · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Alan Stones: Dr awn From Life The B e acon Museum , Whitehaven

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M a d H a t t e r s A f t e r n o o n Te a P a r t y D a r l i n g M a n o r · W h i t e h av e n

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J u s t A To n i c F u n d r a i s e r The Solw ay H all , Whitehaven

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A n A u d i e n c e w i t h Ke v i n Ke e g a n T h e S o l w a y H a l l , W h i t e h av e n

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Party In The Park Vu l c a n s P a r k , Wo r k i n g t o n

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U Dance festival C a r n e g i e T h e a t r e & A r t s C e n t r e · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Fused Glass Jewellr y Florence Ar ts Centre, Egremont

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P u r e s t r e t c h a t To t s p o t J e n W i l s o n F i t n e s s & B u g g y f i t , Wo r k i n g t o n

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C o l o u r f u l F o i l F i s h D r o p I n 11 - 4 p m The B e acon Museum , Whitehaven

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Ladies Night Wo r k i n g t o n B r i t i s h L e g i o n · Wo r k i n g t o n

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St . Bees Beach Clean St Bees Beach

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Eg gstr a Special Free E aster Event D u n m a i l P a r k S h o p p i n g C e n t r e · Wo r k i n g t o n

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Fair y t ale Frid ay!

D a r l i n g M a n o r, W h i t e h a v e n

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Free S pring Family Fun Day Moorclose Community Centre.

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Alan Stones: Dr awn For Life D a r l i n g M a n o r, W h i t e h a v e n

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rom coast to coarse, Paul Armstrong from Cumbria Tackle shares his fishing tips for the season.

Fishing on the West Cumbrian coast is about to enter that funny stage, the cod will soon be leaving and the flat fish should start to appear.

However one firm favorite that has been with us for sometime now is the Thornback Ray, they have been turning up weekly for months on end. In my opinion, a cocktail of bluey and squid has been the trump bait all year long with rays up to 15lb being caught. If the Thornback Ray is one you want to tick off the list, then get those fish baits in the water.

The second option is a worm bait and try to target the flatfish.

Plaice and Flounders have started to show along the west coast as have the Bass. Bass can now be taken providing they are the minimum size of 41cms. Heading inland and reports are filtering in that some of the lakes are providing nice trout and very nice pike! You are certainly in for a shock if you hook a pike whilst trout fishing and this is bound to test your skills.

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The local club water, under the new committee for the Haig angling club, is going from strength to strength with dedicated members forming work parties to tidy up the swims and paths to make this a more enjoyable place to walk and fish. The feedback I’m getting from this is nothing but positive.

The pond has recently undergone some stocking, with new species being introduced including Barbel and early reports suggest these are starting to make up some of the bags from dedicated anglers.

It is encouraging to hear that Longlands Lake is also undergoing constant restocking with good quality Trout and is fishing well.

Both waters cater for the visitor and day permits are available, so why not give it a try, you never know .... you may enjoy it.

As always we are here to answer any questions you have, no matter have stupid you may think they are.

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raig Wishart joins the Whitehaven Ramblers for a Sunday morning wander and finds a lot more than he expected.

I didn’t know what to assume when I joined the Ramblers on a walk around Buttermere. Of course, I know the stereotype so I anticipated an older group of people that like walking and when I pulled into the car park, the group waiting patiently for me was about what I expected. But that is where my assumptions ended.

I hadn’t known that Whitehaven had a ramblers group so I was surprised to find out that not only is there one but it has over 180 members. They are also a very active bunch, meeting every second Sunday for walks that lasts around 4 - 6 hours.

The club was started by Roland Taylor back in 1928 when he arranged a walk to Santon Bridge, they are fortunate to have the Lake District right on their doorstep and over the past 90 years they have made the most of it.

Their Sunday walks are graded from tough to easy and I felt quite pathetic on the phone as I explained to Vice President John Black why I had to go on the easy walk due to a sore heel.

“That’s not a problem,’ explained John. “We’re meeting to have a good time, people can pick and choose what walk the want to go on, whether it’s a tough trek or a bit of a ramble.”

Still, I felt bad because John has 30 years on me and I’d forced him to drop out of the toughest walk up Scafell so he could babysit me and my heel.

A dozen of us set off around Buttermere, we didn’t set an energetic pace and it was a great chance to have a chat to get to know my fellow walkers and that proved to be fascinating.

Janet told me how she joined the Ramblers over 50 years ago when she turned 18 and how she’d been coming into the fells ever since. Others revealed how the club was responsible for them meeting their husbands and wives and it dawned on me that the ramblers had been a very important part of life for many people, for a very long time.

I’d packed a miserly lunch of a protein bar and some water and it meant I felt a little left out when the group sat down for a hot drink from their thermos. With everyone enjoying their steaming brews I politely declined multiple offers before I relented and accepted a drink from my new friend Ada.

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Sitting on the rocks below Comb Beck, with a hot drink in my hands the group made me feel welcome and I realised what made it so special.

“We’re here because we love being out in the great outdoors.” explained John. “Many of our members were accomplished fell runners in their day. Most were fit and active when they were younger. They are part of the ramblers because they love the lifestyle and getting together with friends for a day out.”

I was struck by how considerate the ramblers were as we waited for the back of the group to catch up, or how the group cleared fallen branches and trip hazards from the paths and I wasn’t surprised when everyone piled into Syke Farme Tea Room to finish the walk off with a cup of tea and a cake. It’s just that kind of day out.

John admits he feels the ramblers have a misleading image: “All Ramblers clubs are always on the lookout for new members, age is not a factor. People might see us as an older group on a walk but we welcome everyone.”

They’re a social group too and they organise two or three holidays a year with a schedule of rambles or visits to local attractions for those unable to make the walks. On the long summer evenings they meet every Wednesday for a leisurely wander and over winter they host a series of talks that range from trekking through the Himalayas to preparing your dog for showing.

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orkington House is much more than a Bed and Breakfast. Located just minutes from the town center it is the ideal place to stay when visiting the historic town of Workington.

The B&B boasts four lovely rooms and aims to give guests a home from home experience. The rooms are all contemporary and comfortable allowing guests to relax and enjoy their time. Workington House also has free high speed wifi so ideal for those visiting on business.

And it isn’t only the rooms that people love, it’s the breakfast too. Using local produce Matthew and Naomi offer guests the option of a full home-cooked breakfast, a must when getting out and about in West Cumbria!

Workington House should be your first choice if you have friends or family visiting! It is also ideal for team building events, birthdays, hen/stag parties for those that fancy something a bit different to traditional celebrations.

One feature which is particularly exciting and unique to Workington House is their ‘Choose Your Own Weekend Break’ package. This semi-bespoke package has a geeky theme and allows up to six guests to come and stay at the B&B, choose from a variety of local, fun activities, with meals included.

Young or old, fit or not, if you love a walk and a natter then go for a day out with the ramblers. You’ll be surprised by what you find.

They organise everything so that you can relax and enjoy your weekend. If you are looking for accommodation in the area that is friendly, comfortable and quiet then Workington House might be for you!

For more information visit www.whitehavenramblingclub.org

07775312882 workingtonhouse.co.uk

It’s cheap to join, new members are charged £8 for their first year of membership, which includes a rulebook, an information leaflet and a club badge.

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Acclaimed Cumbrian artist to exhibit at Whitehaven Museum

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he work of one of Cumbria’s most esteemed artists is currently centre stage at the Beacon Museum, Whitehaven.

Launched on Saturday 30 March, Alan Stones’ latest collection is titled Drawn from Life, and contains work from various stages in his artistic career.

“Alan’s work expertly captures those singular moments in time.”

He comments: ”In this exhibition I have brought together, from across my career, drawings (and lithographs and paintings too) of people's lives.

Featured are substantial works, each evolving from many studies, of people at work and as a contrast, a collection of more domestic (in subject and scale) drawings made directly from life.”

Alan graduated from St. Martin’s School of Art, London in 1971 and has been working full-time as an artist ever since.

One of the newer standout pieces in this exhibition will be recognized by locals not only for its artistic merit, but also for the subject matter.

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‘Tea Room Reservation’ is an oil painting that features a scene from a well-known St Bees cafe, and again relates a close observational study of the human at work. Sitting alongside a body of new work, other pieces from earlier in Alan’s career demonstrates a traditional, earthy use of lithograph, which is a form of printing to depict Cumbrian farmers at work.

Elizabeth Kwasnik is Director at the Beacon Museum, and she comments: “We are delighted to host Alan Stones in exhibiting here at the Beacon Museum. Alan’s work expertly captures those singular moments in time.”

The exhibition launches on Saturday 30 March, and continues until Sunday 16 June. Some work from this exhibition will be on sale during the exhibition’s run. The partnering feature exhibition Time to Get Up also runs between the same dates and offers interactive family fun for all ages with life’s daily routines brought to life using our move beloved children’s storybooks.

For further information, check out www.thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk or visit the museum’s Facebook page.

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West Cumbrian Mining: Woodhouse Colliery Planning Application APPROVED!

Helen Davies

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fter years in the making, plans for West Cumbria Mining have been given the go ahead. The mine which is planned to be located on the former Marchon site and will create over 500 jobs, with 80% of employee’s planned to come from local areas.

Helen Davies of West Cumbria Mining said: “Woodhouse Colliery will bring significant local benefits to Whitehaven, Copeland and Cumbria in terms of jobs and investment as well as the long-term financial benefits the mine will bring to the UK.”

“ WCM will continue to be a good neighbour and look forward to working closely within the communities and projects that the mine will help to support” “In five years’ time I hope that the mine will be in operation and ramping up to full production with a workforce of around 500 local people with a well-established supply chain and service providers. WCM will continue to be a good neighbour and look forward to working closely within the communities and projects that the mine will help to support” Not only will the mine create jobs but local businesses have an opportunity to benefit as early as initial construction begins.

The mine will supply both the UK and European steelmaking coal market. West Cumbria’s history was built on coal mining and now with modern technology and scientific knowledge we can revive the heritage with safety and the environment at the forefront.

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here is no denying that Cumbria is rife with local business talent and on June 14th Whitehaven Town Council will hold a traders fair which is set to showcase some fantastic local produce.

With upto 20 stalls filling the gardens of St Nicholas’s church there really will be something for everyone. From food to art you are sure to find something that gets you excited, Gerard Richardson who is working alongside Whitehaven Town Council to organise the event said: “There are so many fantastic local traders right on our doorstep, this event will showcase what they have to offer and also bring people into town for the day.”

Some of the confirmed traders include Postmodern Paws, Lakeland CBD, Xocolate, Ennerdale brewery and many more. Some of the traders that have been confirmed for the event include the Mawbray Cheese Company, ran by

local man Adrian McGreavy he said: “We are backing this event because we are a local business and it is an opportunity to promote ourselves to the community. We make all of our cheese using milk sourced from local cows and we want to let people know that we are here!”

If you are a cheese fan then you will have the opportunity to try some of The Mawbray Cheese Companies produce on the day.

Along with the huge variety of stalls there will also be a tombola inside the church. It will be a day for the whole family and a perfect excuse to get out and enjoy the spring weather!

There are still spaces available so if you would like a stall at this event then contact Gerard asap as spaces are quickly being filled and you don’t want to miss out!

Email: gerard@richardsonsoffice.net

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WESTERN WALKS:

Catbells and Derwentwater Lakeshore Distance - Approx 3.5 miles/5.7 kms Time - 3 hours approx plus stops Difficulty - Moderate Starting point - Hawes End Landing Stage Ascent - 1,500 feet, 457 metres.

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atbells may be much maligned by the seasoned walker who prefers fell tops without the crowds but that is no reason to dismiss it as a walk.

On a weekend or a bank holiday, expect Catbells to be crowded and it’s best to attempt the summit early in the morning or out of season because it’s proximity to Keswick makes it very popular. A short ride on the launch will place you of the foot of Catbells and this accessibility paves the way for floods of tourists.

But it’s also what makes this summit a wonderful and complete walk because Catbells rewards walkers of all ages and abilities with spectacular panoramic views.

Car parks are hard to find in Skelgill, so the best option is to leave the car in Keswick and jump on the launch.

Our walk begins from the jetty at Hawes End where we follow the path up to the road. From the cattle grid, walk up the road 50 metres and it’s impossible to miss the path on your left as it zig-zags through the bracken.

The ascent of Catbells (spelt ‘Cat Bells’ on the OS map) makes an almost perfect short fell walk. The climb is an exciting and the views throughout are superb. The climb starts immediately and while there are a couple of steep rocky sections where hands need to be taken out of pockets, these are easily surmounted and there are no dangers.

More of a clamber than a scramble, it’s well rewarded and with so much stretching out below it’s almost impossible to take the views in. Keswick, Derwent Water and Borrowdale are on one side while the Newlands Valley stretches away on the other. Catbells is surrounded by the Western Fells and some of the more famous names are Skiddaw, Blencathra and Causey Pike.

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The lakeshore walk is dramatically different from the earlier climb and if the summit was spectacular then the shore is magical.

If you have the energy you can continue further on to Maiden Moor and complete the Newlands Horseshoe but our walk drops down off Catbells to the shores of Derwent Water.

It’s an easy descent down the path which has been much improved in recent years. Reaching Hause Gate we leave the ridge path and continue to descend towards Manesty.

Follow a track through Manesty Park and you’ll arrive at Myrtle Bay on the shore of Derwent Water.

Catbells and Derwent Water is a short walk but it packs a lot in. With a boat ride, a summit and maybe a picnic down by the lake, it’s essentially the best of the Lake District in a bite sized walk.

This walk is suggested by Andrew Locking who is a keen local fell walker. For more information on his walks visit www.andrewswalks.co.uk Photos by Andrew Locking

Down on the lake shore there are so many options open to you it’s impossible to make a recommendation. You can walk around the lake back to Keswick or head for any number of jetties and wait for the launch to pick you up.

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WILDLIFE OF THE SOLWAY FIRTH NUMBER 58 THE KING SCALLOP (PECTEN MAXIMUS)

By Mark Vollers

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his ‘seashell’ icon is widely recognised by the public as it has long been in use by the oil company Shell as it’s logo. The image is fact based on a King Scallop shell, a shellfish species found in numerous localities in the Eastern Atlantic from Norway to Spain.

They are filter feeders, found on sand or gravel seabed from the low tide mark down to 100m or more. Adult scallops are not fixed to the seabed and have the ability to swim by rapidly opening and closing their hinged shells, a most extraordinary sight to behold!

They use this technique to escape from slow moving predators like starfish. Close inspection of this animal feeding with shells slightly gaping allows us to see an emerging fringe of up to 36 small tentacles each with a simple eye at the base.

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These eyes and tentacles are probably good enough to give them warning of approaching danger. Eggs and sperm are liberated in millions to mingle and then develop into free swimming larvae that drift with the currents for long enough for some of them to establish on distant seabed, where with good fortune they may grow up to 21 cm wide and live for 20 years.

For the UK it is a very valuable commercial fishery with landings of about 20,000 tons a year. The dredging technique required to bring them up off the seabed is very disruptive so where and when and in what quantities they can be fished is strictly controlled.

A small quantity ( 5% of total catch) are hand picked by divers, and related scallop species are cultured or farmed in huge quantities in China And Japan ( more than a million tons a year).

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Here to help manage ...but also enjoy life

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ge UK West Cumbria offers a range of independent living services to help you manage and continue to enjoy life as you grow older.

Their services are flexible and can be tailored to individual needs.

They supply daily living and mobility aids for use around the home and when you are out. You can view and try all their products at the Bradbury Independent Living Centre in Workington.

Age UK West Cumbria also have small outlets in Wigton, Millom and Whitehaven.

Many products are available for purchase or on prescription and these include wheelchair hire, new assistive technologies, specialist footwear, continence products and more.

The Help at Home service offers a range of support to help you get on with everyday life, this could include escorting you to appointments or social activities, accompanied shopping, cleaning, laundry, errands and support with activities/ hobbies at home. The choice is yours.

Love Later Life With Our 01900 844680 Independent Living Services Bradbury Independent Living Centre Oxford Street, Workington, CA14 2AL 01900 844670 | www.ageukwestcumbria.org.uk

The nail-cutting service can help you avoid falls, stay mobile and continue to get out and about. Age UK offer regular appointments and basic advice on foot care, checks on suitable footwear and referral to the NHS Podiatry service for problems. Although this service is not available to people with certain medical conditions or medications.

If health or mobility problems make it difficult to get out and socialise, the day activities service can support you to enjoy regular days out with others at our Bradbury Independent Living Centre in Workington.

Transport is offered across Allerdale and Copeland for full or half day sessions Monday through to Friday. You can find group or individual activities tailored to your needs as well as hot lunches, refreshments. They offer occasional outings and respite for carers and this service is also offered in Keswick.

Call 01900 844670 for more information on how Age UK West Cumbria could support you and your family/ carer to discuss options and charges.

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High end without the high cost

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oss Whitfield, owner of North Press couldn’t be more delighted with the move to his new premises in Stirling Place, Cleator Moor.

“In the old office everything was crammed into a very small room, the machines weren't able to run at full capacity because I simply didn’t have the storage and working space.

But this new office will allow us to do far more jobs with a turn around time of one or two days.”

The change of premises was inevitable for North Press who have grown since Ross set it up 4 and a half years ago.

North Press specialise in bespoke items you can’t find online, whether that’s spiral bound documents with a silk feel cover or prints on plastic paper for outdoor posters.

Their Sleeking machine is the only one in Cumbria and the digital foiling it produces in gold or silver will add a touch of elegance to your prints.

If it’s something unique you’re after, North Press are your specialists.

Visit www.northpress.co.uk or call 01946 372041

“All the machinery we use is top of the range,” he explained.

“And that means we are capable of producing products most people wouldn’t expect. Yes we do business cards but we also produce other high end products like catalogues, menus, brochures, board papers and corporate booklets.

We also offer more personal services like invitations for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries. It’s a completely bespoke service, tailored to your needs so the invitations are as individual as our customers.”

The beauty of using a local printer is the customer retains complete control. North Press offer a design service and Ross knows all the tips and tweaks that will help your prints stand out from the crowd.

“We can run through ideas and if you’re designing your own artwork I know what will work well and what won’t. That means customers can design something that suits them best.

Most importantly, they’ll also find our pricing very competitive compared to that online. They can see our new high tech equipment and realise what a professional outfit we are. Then they’ll be able to come in the next day and pick everything up.”

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Points of interest Candlestick Lighthouse Harbour Marina Office Memorial Park Gardens Public Library

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Chase Hotel, Whitehaven Gosforth Hall Hotel Ennerdale Country Hotel Hundith Hill Hotel Irton Hall Hotel Lismore Guest House Lodge In The Vale, Nr Keswick The Sally, Threlkeld

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