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Managing Director Stephen Murphy

T: 01946 816 719 stephen@theguidemediagroup.com

Where has 2015 gone? It doesn’t seem like five minutes ago that I was wishing you all a happy and prosperous 2015. So how was it?

Well I think it was pretty good.

Whitehaven has seen some changes over the past 12 months and the dark mist of negativity that had been hovering over the town finally seems like it’s started to lift.

Office Admin Manager Steffany Clarke T: 01946 816 719 steffany@theguidemediagroup.com

Mike Starkie, Copeland’s first directly elected Mayor, took over the executive functions of Copeland Borough Council in May making history and signalling a new era for Whitehaven and the surrounding areas.

The good news kept coming as two of the towns much loved buildings reopened.

The Civic Hall was reopened in the summer giving local theatre groups, dance troupes, choirs and bands the stage they desperately need to showcase their talent and boy, do they have talent.

Graphic Designer Emir Koc T: 01946 816 728 em@theguidemediagroup.com

Then came the long awaited return of The Gaiety Cinema which was re-opened in the summer as part of Whitehaven’s first Film Festival – it was a huge success to say the least and now Whitehaven has its very own cinema.

Not forgetting the reopening of Haig Pit, two fantastic festivals from the Whitehaven Festival Company (one of which saw Whitehaven make national headlines) and the string of new businesses that have opened in Whitehaven.

We still have a long way to go but there’s definitely more positivity in the air.

Sales Johanna Englundh T: 01946 816 733 johanna@theguidemediagroup.com

So from Me, Steve and the rest of the team have yourselves a Merry little Christmas and a cracking 2016! xxxx P.S Don’t forget to shop local this season!!!

Published by EOL Publications, The Guide Media Group, Phoenix Enterprise Centre, Jacktrees Road, Cleator Moor, Cumbria, CA25 5BD. All feature articles and advertising is copyright of EOL Publishing.

Writer Danielle Murphy T: 01946 816730 danielle@theguidemediagroup.com

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Photography Kerry Clark

Editor Ali Hipkin T: 01946 816 715 ali@theguidemediagroup.com

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Ali Hipkin sits down with the Egremont twins that are tipped for big things

They’re a long way from the LA sun but aspiring actors Matthew and Jeffrey Postlewaite (also known as the Postlethwaite Twins) are back in Egremont for a good ole Cumbrian Christmas and they’re ready for a well earned feast on Christmas day.

The pair are quite clearly buzzing to be home Matthew said: “I love it. It’s very relaxing to be back in Cumbria.We are a lot busier than before we went to LA; there’s a nice buzz around us now in the UK.” They may be back in England but the work never stops for this pair of actors. Between, interviews, meetings with agents and producers, auditions and photo shoots Christmas is probably the only day these two actually have off….unless they decide to put on a magic show after dinner.

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Like most children Matthew and Jeffrey used to spend Christmas entertaining their family but for these two it wasn’t just about being the centre of attention it was about learning to be showmen. Jeffrey explained: “Around Christmas time we always used to put on music and magic shows for the family.

We used to take the puzzles from the crackers and do a magic show – we used to go all out and make a little stage. It wasn’t until secondary school that we started getting involved with plays and panto’s and things like that; we just went from there.”

Matthew said: “We’ve always wanted to do something acting orientated but we just didn’t know what.”

Their star potential was first recognised when they were at Huddersfield University studying Enterprise Development.

Matthew explained: “I got asked to audition for a commercial, I auditioned, I got it and then I got another two commercials and I thought ‘this is great; it’s great money and it’s really fun’ and

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from there I decided I wanted to explore it more, that’s when it got a lot harder.”

The Pair proceeded to book acting classes in Manchester and bagged themselves their first agents (they are now with their third).

Their big break came when they were cast alongside Cillian Murphy in the hit BBC period drama Peaky Blinders.The series, which will return to screens next year, is based on the true story of gambling chain William Hill which started as an underground business when gambling was illegal in Britain.

Peaky Blinders was shot while the twins were still at university which meant juggling course work, learning lines and running their own fast food businesses in Hudderfield. Jeffrey said: “We always did want to get into acting but our parents advised us to have something to fall back on if the acting thing didn’t work out and they were right; it’s really helps us because we kind of have this business accruement now. University is more than just the educational side of things; it teaches you how to live.”

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It would be easy, and understandably so, to let all this go to your head but these two down to earth guys are taking it all in their stride, Jeffrey joked: “A couple of years ago I probably would have freaked out about it but it feels like it’s time for things to start happening for us.”

The hard work is certainly starting to pay off in their latest film The White King which they star in together and is set for release in 2016.The pair describe the post-apocalyptic film that was

“Mum and dad have been a great support they’ve always said you’ve got a long time working so make sure you do something that you enjoy. Never held us back and they’ve always said whatever you need just let us know.”

Since moving to LA earlier this year the pair have been accepted by two prestigious acting programmes; Beverly Hills Playhouse and BAFTA LA. Responsible for turning out house hold names such as George Clooney, Jim Carrey, Kate Hudson and Michelle Pfeiffer Beverly Hills Playhouse is their place to study for any would-be actor.

The twins were asked to join the school’s Materclass, which is so exclusive that only a handful of students are invited to join – and it’s invite only!

Being taught by the likes of Doris Roberts, best known for her role in Everybody loves Raymond, directors and casting people has given the boys a lift, Jeffrey explained: “The person that teaches the class directed the first three seasons of True Blood so we’re being taught by a director rather than an acting teacher which is what we need because we need more direction.”

BAFTA LA is a programme for British actors who go over to LA, they have a mentor and are invited to all the events that BAFTA put on, publicised through BAFTA as the new ones to watch.

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shot in Budapest as “a grittier version of the hunger games”.

you’ve always got someone there to bounce off which is nice but we’d like to find our own identity in the industry. We love doing twin stuff but we’d like to do individual stuff as well.”

They were cast by the Hubbard’s who cast Lord of the Rings and King-Kong.

The roles Matthew and Jeffrey play in The White King couldn’t be more different to their real life personas, Matthew explained: “All the twin roles that we’ve had are really gritty and intense.”

It’s not just acting these two want to conquer they’re already working on their own series Twinning which, although it’s only at the pilot stage, has already had interest from three major players in the industry:.

“It’s so much more fun to play those kind of characters you’re basically allowed to play what society doesn’t allow you to do and we love it,” continued Jeffrey.

But these two aren’t afraid to step out of their comfort zone, Matthew said: “We definitely want to expand more into doing our own thing, I’ve got a film coming out and so has Jeff. It is always nice to have your twin there as a kind comfort thing;

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Jeffrey explains where the idea came from: “Everyone looks at us and thinks we’d be great for Disney but we’re a bit too old for Disney so we thought it would be fun if there was a show about these kids that were famous when they were little in this Disney world and have grown out of it. It starts off when they’ve just lost the Disney contract and it’s about what they do after that.”

It’s clear that these two are destined for great things and with their enthusiasm, determination and the whole area behind them it’s only a matter of time before their names are up in lights.

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NEW Fuel of the future from

West Coast Composting

Situated on the edge of Whitehaven, West Coast Composting Ltd is an advocate for recycling. They’ve always been passionate about preserving the environment, recycling and reducing their carbon footprint.

This philosophy continues with their latest NEW venture selling ‘Renewable fuels’, be that woodchip for biomass boilers, or logs and kindling for home fires.

The hot benefits of Biomass boilers The concept of heating a building using wood is ancient, but using today’s innovative technology, biomass heating is a clean, energy efficient and reliable source of heat and hot water for businesses and homes.

Have you considered switching? Or do you already have a Biomass boiler?

Did you know you can make considerable energy savings with a government reward scheme? It’s called the Renewable Heat Incentive Scheme (RHI).

Time is of the essence, if you are interested in a Biomass boiler and the RHI, contact Colin Heron as soon as possible on 01946 328008 or 07795113434 alternatively Tim West on 01946 823706.

West Coast Composting, Wilson Pit Yard, Wilson Pit Road, Whitehaven, Cumbria CA28 9QJ www.westcoastcomposting.co.uk

The RHI pays participants that generate and use renewable energy to heat their buildings, water or as a way of drying products. But HURRY – the government will set a time limit to take advantage of this deal.

West Coast Composting (WCC) works closely with award winning company Barden Energy to offer a full service - from the installation of your biomass boiler to registering for RHI and supplying the right fuel.

West Coast Composting Fuels is registered on the Biomass Suppliers List (BSL) – it’s mandatory for biomass boiler customers claiming the RHI.They will be the only BSL accredited supplier of biomass fuel in Whitehaven; it will benefit local biomass fuel customers who have often faced large transport costs in the past.

Selling more than biomass boiler fuel Tim West from West Coast Composting explains,“We supply lots of local homes that have log burners and open fires.

“We want to encourage anyone who burns fuel to call up to our yard where we will be supplying the well respected kiln dried firewood and kindling from L Smith & Sons Ltd”.

“You can get whatever you need, whether it’s woodchip, dried logs, kindling or coal.”

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Ali Rediscover s The Gaiety

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Ali Hipkin Rediscovers “Before the film festival in June it had been 14 years since I’d last sat in the red velvet seats of the Gaiety Cinema.

to think about Mr Bond – that quickly changed the moment he appeared on screen.

When The Plaza cinema opened I, like everyone else, rejected Whitehaven’s slightly tired one screen cinema in favour of the shiny new, six screen multiplex down the road but 12 years of relying on lifts, getting the bus and driving the 18 mile round trip to the cinema took their toll and I’ve been willing The Gaiety to reopen for the past few year.

The cinema was nearly full; families, groups of friends, couples, old and young were all re-living their youth or discovering the joy of having a cinema in Whitehaven.

I seem to have got my wish, When I heard the first film they were showing was Spectre there was no chance I was going to watch it anywhere other than Whitehaven. As my cousin and I pulled down our (new) red velvet seats in front of the familiar gold curtain I couldn’t help but feel like I’d come home.

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It hasn’t changed much, it’s been given a tasteful refurbishment but other than that it’s the same cinema I remember watching the Lion King,The Spice Movie,The Rugrats Movie and the first Harry Potter in.

The new sound and projection equipment means once the film starts you almost forget your in a 1920s cinema. The atmosphere is the only giveaway that you’re watching a film in the very special venue; it’s completely different to that in any other cinema an almost indescribable mix of excitement and contentment.”

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As my boyfriend David and I approached the stairs I couldn’t help but think about the history of the building, picturing the generations who have eagerly walked up the same stairs.

When we reached the ‘Kiosk’ I couldn’t help but smile at the vintage characteristics which only fuelled my excitement. I realised I had got slightly over excited when David gave me a look that an embarrassed parent would give to a naughty child, as though to say “settle down or you’re going home.”

With our pop-corn in hand we made our way to the screen, I settled down when I tripped up the stairs spilling some of my sweets.

When we walked in I couldn’t believe that the beautiful room had been hidden away for 15 years. I was even more surprised that it had been so well preserved, I have seen the photographs and heard the stories but nothing came close to the real thing.

As we took our seats I took a moment to look around; the place was full. There were young teenagers who, like me, were experiencing the Gaiety for the first time and I could hear parents sharing their own experiences with their children.

When the film finished, I stood up, brushed the popcorn out of my hair, turned to David and said: “We have to come back!” not because of the movie, but because I want to make my own memories here. I now understand why people wanted it back so much.”

Danielle Murphy discovers “I have been eagerly awaiting the release of the final film in the Hunger Games series for the last 12 months but I thought it would mean making the arduous journey to Workington. I’d looked at train times and fares ready to plan my trip but then I heard the glorious news that it was being shown at the recently reopened Gaiety cinema.

Ever since the cinema was temporarily reopened for the towns film festival I’ve heard countless stories about peoples experiences at the much loved cinema.

As the Gaiety closed when I was just five, I’ve never experienced a cinema in Whitehaven so I grabbed the opportunity.

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Alauna

Let Alauna help with your New Year’s Resolution Vapours contain nicotine so help satisfy your cravings without inhaling the toxic tar. They also help with the physical habit of putting something to your mouth, inhaling and blowing out.

A recent statement from Public Health England confirmed that Vaping is 95% safer than cigarettes, Dean Whitehead, owner of Alauna, said: “These results are brilliant. It means that people can now feel confident about using E-cigs as an alternative to tobacco.”

Vaping is becoming one of the most popular alternatives to smoking, the availability of products related to this healthier approach is increasing and with 2016 just around the corner, now is the time to make the switch.

In Whitehaven and Workington Alauna Vapour Stores are there to help you choose the right product to succeed in making the switch from tobacco.

Vaping is a process adopted by many people who are trying to stop smoking tobacco but are struggling with their Nicotine cravings.

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With a wide variety of E-Cigs, Vaporisers, and a great selection of premium e-liquids including UK, European & American E-liquids and their own brand Alauna Vapour Stores offer all the products you require for vaping. Alauna also offer any advice you need about making the switch.

Dean explained: “Some people are unsure about switching as they don’t really understand vaping and don’t know a lot about it but we can offer people experienced vaping staff & friendly advice as well as answering any questions customers may have.”

For any information or advice regarding vaping, pop into Alauna in its new premises at 56 Roper Street, Whitehaven.

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Make the most of

Whitehavens Night Life

The festive season is upon us which means the drink will be flowing and hoards of people fill up our pubs, clubs and music venues for Christmas parties, get togethers and nights out. This year measures are being put into place to make sure everyone has the best night possible and no one’s night ends in tragedy.

Whitehaven Pub Watch has teamed up with the local police and Copeland Borough Council to crack down on alcohol related crimes in the town centre.

Jason Fisher, owner of Shakers and Joe Bananas believes the scheme will improve people’s experiences in the town, he said: “Alcohol related crime and anti social behaviour is something that will not be tolerated in Whitehaven. We cannot afford to let one person ruin someone else’s night.”

safely, and to ensure the minority of people who do cause trouble do not ruin the fun for everyone else.

“I will be meeting regularly with the Pub Watch members and working with them to share appropriate information so that they know of any individuals who are not allowed in licensed premises. This is particularly important at this time of year as so many people are out in the town centre celebrating the festive season.

“I look forward to continuing to work closely with the Pub Watch scheme to help keep Whitehaven safe.”

So if you don’t want to be sat in your house over the festive season this year, or for the next two years, be good and don’t get yourself on the naughty list!

The introduction of the scheme means that anybody involved in violence, drugs or anti-social behaviour can be banned from the majority of bars in the town centre for as long as two years.

Jason said: “We are hoping that people realise the consequences of their actions and will take heed of what is being proposed.We hope people will think twice before causing a problem.”

The scheme is backed by Whitehaven Police who are taking it very seriously, PC Roxanna Schofield said: “I am delighted to be able to support the Whitehaven Pub Watch scheme on behalf of Cumbria Police. It is important that we all work together so that people can enjoy Whitehaven’s nightlife

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Up Close and personal with Nature

Up close and personal with Nature Walking through the woods and round the lakes of the Lake District you can see stunning views, vast landscapes and rare species like a red squirrel, Osprey or the occasional naked lady.

A group of 14 women have ventured into the wild to shed their clothes for a charity calendar featuring the unparalleled beauty the Lakes and the female form.

Jo Bell was behind the calendar, she said: “I had the initial idea, after a close friend told me that she’d had some undressed photos taken to help boost her self esteem, so it’s all her fault.

She is actually one of the ladies who took part in the photo shoot and surprisingly, one of the most nervous.”

The photographs we taken in the west of the county and the Western Lake District, familiar scenes include the River Ehen,

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Ennerdale, Clints Quary near Egremont and Low Mill between Egremont and Nethertown.

“I like to call it ‘Naked in the Lakes’ Calendar Girls style’,” said Jo, “I thought it would be a great idea for a calendar with a difference rather than just photos of the Lakeland Fells.

“There are loads of calendars showing beautiful pictures of the lakes which make great Christmas presents but they aren’t done for charity, this is different and eye catching and recognises parts of the lakes.”

Naked calendars are nothing new but set against the beauty of the Lake District this one is a bit different, Jo explained: “I had only ever bought the cheeky Farmers’ Calendars featuring either female or male farmers with various farming equipment and tractors strategically placed for the photo.”

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“I like to go out and take photographs and find some great backdrops.

This shows the beauty of the lakes and the female body which can also be nice to look at.”

Doing a naked calendar is one thing but how easy was it to convince the models to pose outside? Not as hard as you’d think, Jo said: “Initially there was lots of giggling and tensions but then it just seemed natural.

When you’re in a group, doing a similar thing you get used to seeing each other like that, and you get used to the way you feel being naked.

I think everyone felt quite impressed and proud.”

The models included hairdressers, Sellafield workers, school and charity workers and an Offshore Surveyor. Photographs were taken by local photographer Donna Brooks.

The Naked in the Lakes calendar is raising money for Give Us A Break 2010 who aim to create a suitable Short Break Centre in West Cumbria to support children with disabilities and their families. Currently, a suitable facility does not exist and/or would require extensive travel or financial commitment to access. Dawn Raynor founded the charity in 2010 to help other families in similar circumstances to her, two of Dawns sons have tuberous sclerosis, epilepsy and autism.

Jo said: “We know Dawn and we know how passionate she is about the cause, so it was obvious for us. There isn’t a centre round here and it’s such a shame. If we can make a small difference to what they do then it will be worth it.”

Dawn said: “I think it’s wonderful; they are doing great, I wish more people would get naked in the lakes to raise money for our charity. I just hope people buy the calendar; it is so beautiful.”

Jo is already planning her next calendar and has already had calls from women in Carlisle and Keswick all ready to take their clothes off in the name of charity. The 2017 Calendar will, hopefully, have more variety of scenery; potential scenes are Derwent Water and Castlerigg.

If you are interested in modelling for Jo’s 2017 calendar, which she will be shooting in Spring, contact her on Facebook or on 07955245548 or by email: nakedinthelakes@gmail.com

Calendars are £10 and can be ordered from www.giveusabreak2010.org/naked_in_the_lakes

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Rum Story Ale The Rum Story are fusing two Cumbrian favourites together in very special, rum infused real Ale that will be out in time for Christmas.

The Rum Story have already added a new edition to its line of products this year when they launched their 24 year-old limited edition Jeffersons Rum in May. The Jefferson’s Cask 1 ale has been brewed in one of the rum infused oak casks, used for the maturing the limited edition rum.

Celia Mackenzie of Whitehaven Harbour Commission explained: “There is a growing trend for ales that are

matured in spirit casks. Our bottling firm in Stockton on Tees also brew their own ale and have used whisky casks in the past to great acclaim; rum casks have also been used.”

The ale has been maturing in the casks for around three months and is described as having a particular taste, Celia said: “Apparently the wood adds a mellowness and warmth to the ale and the rum imparts a richness and spice/vanilla flavour.”

This rare ale will make the perfect Christmas present for beer and rum lovers alike.

The Cask 1 ale will be available from the Rum Story and is the perfect addition to a Christmas hamper from the Rum Story’s hamper shop which opens once a year in the old Jeffersons shop.

Stepping into the original shop not only brings back nostalgic memories but with its hard wood floors, mahogany shelves and the smell of spices it’s like stepping into another world.

The Ale will be available from the second week in December and will cost approximately £4.50 for a 330ml bottle.

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Gerard says.....

The Rum Story’s new product for Christmas is close to my heart combining two of my favourite things, ale and Jeffersons Rum. It makes you wonder why it took 250 years to do it actually.

Using the old Rum Casks to age the ale adds a lovely touch of spice and toffee to the finish, making what can normally be a rather pleasant but short tasting item feel like a full meal. Look out for an interesting note of honey and spice on the nose when you first open this one. Serve chilled as normal; this is not only a cracking standalone refreshing ale but its rather good with a hearty stew or casserole.

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Citizen Advice

Don’t let your spending get out of control this

Christmas

With all the tempting offers and pressures to buy expensive gifts it’s all too easy to over spend at Christmas. Planning, budgeting and organisation are all key when it comes to avoiding debt at Christmas and beyond. If your spending runs out of control you can soon find that debt is not only a problem at Christmas, it can become a way of life.

We spoke to Citizens Advice Copeland to get some tips on how to plan ahead to avoid a debt hangover in the New Year.

Worried about debt?

Confused by benefits?

Problems with housing?

If you need help to save money on your energy costs or want to know if you are claiming all the benefits you are entitled to...

We can help We offer free and confidential drop in advice sessions in Whitehaven and throughout Copeland For information how to access our services contact our Whitehaven office on 01946 693321

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Top FIVE tips for avoiding a debt hangover this Christmas: Plan Be realistic about what you can afford and plan a budget you can stick to. Shop around for the best possible price and only buy what you want and not what others say you need.

Buy safe and be safe Whatever the deal or however tempted you are don’t buy from, unauthorised traders and don’t borrow from unauthorised lenders.

Don’t forget everyday bills Remember that rent/mortgage, utilities, food and existing debts still need to be paid during the Christmas period.

Be organised If you have borrowed money don’t forget that it won’t be long before you have to make a payment so make sure you pay on time, even if it is just the minimum payment, or you will be faced with additional charges.

Worried about debt?

Confused by benefits?

Problems with housing?

Start planning and saving for next Christmas Once this Christmas is over it’s worth looking at planning and saving for next year. Whitehaven and Egremont District Credit Union can help you to set up a savings account.

The specialist staff at Citizens Advice Copeland can offer free advice and assistance in planning a budget, saving money and dealing with debts. As well as assisting you in switching energy suppliers, applying for fuel grants, form filling, maximising your income or if you are struggling to meet your housing or living costs.

Citizens Advise have offices in Whitehaven, Egremont, Cleator Moor, Woodhouse and Distington. For information on how to access their services phone the Whitehaven office on 01946 693321 or search on Facebook.

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If you are struggling with your projects Hazel and her staff are happy to offer advice and ideas.

GET CRAFTY THIS CHRISTMAS Nothing says pride like the look on a child’s face as they hand their parents a sticky, sparkly Christmas decoration they made at school. Despite the blobs of dried glue and the mass of glitter it’s the first decoration to go on the tree every year.

But making Christmas presents and decorations doesn’t have to stop at the age of 11 we spoke to Hazel Wright from Haven Crafts, Roper Street, about getting crafty this Christmas.

As with anything, some people are more creative than others, if you’re not craft savvy don’t over complicate things and don’t think outside the (gift) box, Hazel said:

Not only are crafts a great way help you stay calm over the Christmas period but they’re a great way to keep children entertained during the school holidays, Hazel said: “Getting your children involved is a great way to stimulate them and spend some time together and they get a real sense of achievement when they see the final result.”

This Christmas put your stamp on the gifts you give, make something personal and give somebody something unique and one of a kind, something even money can’t buy.

“Think about what you might enjoy, and when you have an idea about what you would like to try you can teach yourself using tutorials and local workshops.”

The popularity of crafts has increased over years. Social media platforms such as Pinterest and Instagram are becoming the go to place’s for inspiration and because of their accessibility people are learning more about what they can do.

Domestic gurus like Kirstie Allsopp have also helped fuel the countries love of craft; be it upcycling or making something from scratch.

The Mental Health Foundation says 59 percent of the UK Britain are more stressed today than they were five years ago, getting crafty can help Hazel explaind: “Whether it’s painting, knitting or baking, people find that creative activities can be extremely relaxing and used as a way to de-stress, some forms of crafts are actually recommended by those who study mindfulness.”

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16th Dec 67, Marchon Xmas Party Decorating the tree with your favourite ornaments, hanging up homemade decorations, putting the same slightly distressed looking angel on top of the tree, listening to the same Christmas CD’s; there’s no doubt that Christmas is a nostalgic time of year.

Local photographer Ivor Nicholas has been capturing Cumbria’s Christmas memories for almost 60 years. Here he shares a selection of photographs from Christmas plays, Christmas parties and visits to Santa’s Grotto in the 50s and 60s with The Whitehaven Guide.

The Christmas decorations may not be as elaborate, the costumes might not be as sophisticated, the celebrations might be on a different scale but the Christmas trees, hats from crackers, smiling faces and excited children are undeniably festive.

19th Dec 64, Machon Childrens Party

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Think local this Christmas The lights are twinkling, school play rehearsals are well underway and Christmas shopping fever has started to take over; there’s no denying it any longer, Christmas is here.

While it’s tempting to do all your shopping from the comfort of your sofa with your pay pal account at the ready or in the nearest city, you really should try thinking local first!

Shopping locally is much more beneficial to all involved better customer service, better product knowledge, better aftercare, AND there’s no waiting nervously by the door, come Christmas week, for packages you didn’t order in time. So help support the local economy; It’s win-win all round!

It’s easy to stick to the Main Streets like Lowther Street and King Street but Whitehaven is full of local, independent shops spread out from Duke Street to James Street and from Roper Street to Church Street; so take a walk down these less travelled streets and discover the many treasure troves that are tucked away.

With shops for shoes; clothes; arts and crafts; sweets; wine merchants; jewellery and gifts; toys; electrical, antiques; haberdashery and stationery shops Whitehaven’s independents have Christmas well and truly wrapped up.

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Blessing Bakery Jewellry and Gifts Minimum order of 12 £21.00 Total 07759036745

Think outside the box this year, there are many places aside from shops to get some great gifts.There are museums which stock some fantastic gift ideas and hampers. As well as hair salons and beauticians who offer vouchers and products; perfect gifts for the girl who love to be pampered.

LILLY & CO SilverTag Bears New Collection prices from £64.99 28 Market Pl, Cockermouth CA13 9NQ 01900 826335

Not forgetting vouchers for the town’s restaurants and eating places.

Whitehaven’s shopkeepers are our own, local Santa’s Little Helpers, so why not let them help you this Christmas? They’re ready and waiting to deliver service with a smile and buckets full of product knowledge.

HAVEN CRAFTS Heavy - body, multi - media acylic paint.

Only £3.99 120ml in ultra strong, innovative packaging.

60 shades to choose from. All your crafting essentials are still available.

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Alauna Vapour Store Curves £39.95 52 Roper Street, Whitehaven, Cumbria, CA28 7AR 01946 696513 The Whitehaven Guide

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Making Christmas Merr y

Making Christmas Merry For Everyone

To book or a driver volunteer as 43843 call 08443 8 The buzz that surrounds Coco-cola’s Christmas advert is only rivalled by that of the eagerly awaited John Lewis advert.

From Monty the Penguin to the Hare and the Bear John Lewis’ adverts always have a feel good factor guaranteed to get tongues wagging but this year they launched an advert that moved the nation and brought tears to our eyes; the man on the moon.

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Together with Age Concern UK they aimed to raise awareness of the No One Should Have No One this Christmas campaign to help some of the million older people who will go for a month without speaking to anyone.

The None Should Have None campaign is nothing new and a group of volunteers at Cleator Moor Civic Hall have been working with this message in mind for the past ten years.

Every year on Christmas Day volunteers from the Lions, Age Concern, Rotary and Soroptomists with support from the Cumberland and Westmorland Freemasons make a Christmas dinner for those who would otherwise be on their own on Christmas day.

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Dinners are treated to traditional Christmas dinner with all the trimmings including pigs in blankets, stuffing and cranberry sauce, followed by Christmas pudding or trifle and mince pies. All the food served is donated.

Bill Morley from Cleator Moor Civic Hall and Cumberland and Westmorland Freemasons said: “It’s a proper Christmas party, they all sit down to eat together, there’s crackers and music and they all go home with their own little goodie bag.”

“It’s a great atmosphere but it’s just a nice thing to do at Christmas.

It really hits home how lucky you are if you have someone to share Christmas with.”

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It’s easy to get swept up in the notion that those on their own just don’t have any family but there are those who live too far away from family and can’t travel to see or stay with them.

Peta Leigh from Age Concern West Cumbria explained that two of the regulars at the Christmas dinner are sisters who can’t make it to each other’s houses so they meet at the Civic Hall where they can have dinner and spend the day together.

Despite the emphasis on older people the traditional Christmas Lunch at Cleator Moor is not just for the elderly it’s for anyone who has no one to spend Christmas with.

Bill explained: “There are quite a lot of people, not just old people, that don’t have anyone to share Christmas with.”

“Our guests are always very grateful, it’s something they look forward to all year round.”

Whether they live in Whitehaven, Frizington, Cleator or Egremont volunteers organise all the transport for elderly guests which means there really is no reason why anyone should have to spend Christmas alone.

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So while you’re busy boiling sprouts and trying not to burn the turkey be grateful you have someone to spend Christmas with…. and that you don’t have to cook for 50 guests.

RICHARDSONS Bespoke Hampers from £35 Perfect for family or corporate gifts 26A Lowther St, Whitehaven 01946 65334 www.richardsonsofwhitehaven.co.uk

JAR OF HEARTS Yankee Candles From £1.49 to £21.99 A large range of of Yankee Candles to choose from.

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Gifts for Her

Gifts

For Her

By Ali Hipkin

Follow the simple TLC rules and you should be fine.

to find in their stockings on Christmas morning. Take it from us, women rarely just come out and say what they mean, or what they want, so make little mental notes of their fleeting comments. She might say something like: “My nails are a mess!” so buy her a voucher to have her nails done; she can take an hour out of her usually busy schedule for some ‘me time’ – some people think vouchers are a cop out, but I think they’re great as a present on the side. She will also have seen things that she likes when she’s out doing her own Christmas shopping so try to pay attention.

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Christmas Shopping: Two words sufficient to strike fear into the hearts of the bravest of men.

The bad news is that it’s time to get shopping, the good news is that because you’ve picked this up you’re armed with an idiot proof guide to buying Christmas presents for the women in your life.

is for Time: Do not; I repeat DO NOT leave Christmas shopping until the last minute. Standing in the middle of a department store, in the gift section, during Christmas week is not a good idea, it leads to panic buying. Whether you’re buying for your mother, your sister or your girlfriend/fiancé/wife the chances are she’s put a great many hours into thinking of what to get you, so return the favour.

Pre-plan, go out with at least a vague idea of what you’re looking for and if you start Christmas shopping early, you’re more likely to be able to find it.

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is for Listen: Girlfriends/fiancés/wives in particular (mothers are always a bit difficult) will be dropping hints over the coming weeks about what they would like

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is for Concentration: As well as making mental notes of what she’s saying pay attention to what she likes and what she uses. A perfect example of this is jewellery, look at what she likes, does she wear gold or silver? Does she wear sparkles or plain jewellery? Does she like in-your-face colours? Likewise with clothes and underwear find out what size she wears and what style she prefers, for example if she wears French-cut knickers or if she prefers a thong. It sounds simple but you’d be surprised how easy it is to get it wrong when you’re faced with a cabinet full of necklaces, or a rail of bras and knickers.

Follow this advice and you should be fine, now stop procrastinating and put what you’ve learnt into practise!

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For Him The men in our lives cause us no shortage of problems but there is nothing that compares to the dilemma we find ourselves with when it comes to what to buy them for Christmas.

We women are generally thoughtful creatures; we put thought into what to buy our friends and family. Our partners are generally easier to buy for, we know them, we know what they like, what they need but when it comes to our dads, sons, brothers it’s not quite as easy.

If you think about their pile of presents on Christmas morning it’s always much less inspiring than anyone else’s; socks, pants, chocolate, beer, toiletries, the occasional book. I have bought some fairly lacklustre presents for my dad and my brother over the years (this year I think I’ve got it right). So how do you find something a bit more imaginative? I believe that part of the problem lies in the fact that if men see something they like, need or want they will just buy it where as women are more likely to mention it in the hope note will be taken. But I also believe where there’s a will there’s a way.

THE FLOWER BASKET OF WHITEHAVEN Fabulous flowers and so much more 26c Lowther St, Whitehaven, Cumbria CA28 7DG 01946 693974 www.whitehaven-florists.co.uk

Think about his interests If there’s a band he likes think bigger than their latest album, this doesn’t mean buying concert tickets but look around see if they’ve got a concert DVD or some special edition merchandise. If he’s got a hobby look into the latest must have piece of equipment.

Go snooping If he’s got a hobby, be it fishing, golf, photography or just watching the football or the rugby find out about it. What kind of equipment does he use, what brand, what does he need, what do the people he plays with have, which team does he support? Find out and don’t be afraid ask in shops for advice.

DIXONS DEPARTMENT STORE Free Jimmy Choo Gift Box With any 60ml Eau de Parfum Spray £54 (while stocks last) 10 Lowther St, Whitehaven CA28 7AL 01946 692351

Drink If all else fails turn to drink. I don’t mean fill up your glass I mean think about what he likes to drink, there are so many local alternatives to big brand names, like Cumbrian vodka, whiskey and gin, not forgetting the mass of real ales we have on offer so choose something that’s a bit more personal than a supermarket gift set. If Whiskey’s his thing find a specialist bottle and team it with a nice, cut glass, whiskey glass or even arrange a tour of a distillary.

DIXONS DEPARTMENT STORE Vanilla and Cranberry Luxury Candles RRP £20, Special Christmas Offer £9.99 10 Lowther St, Whitehaven CA28 7AL 01946 692351

THE MARKET DELI WHITEHAVEN Meat and Cheese platters available to pre-order!

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Boxing day Boof

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Boxing Day Boof Back at the Civic The Boxing Day Boof is back and after two years will take place in its original venue, The Solway Hall (Formerly the Civic Hall).

Danny Maudling from the Mighty Boof Promotions, said: “It’s great to be back in the Civic. It’s a bit surreal really. It will all come to light when the doors open on the night, we’re all really excited and just want people to have a fantastic night surrounded by good music and great people.”

The event will start from 1pm and run all day and into the evening. Tickets are limited to 200 so get yours while you can. Tickets are £15 each and available from Threads, King Street Whitehaven or at mightyboofpromotions.com.

Nine bands and three DJs will entertain the crowds throughout the day and into the evening.

Danny said: “We have a great line-up this year, as always it is primarily local artists because we know how important it is to give these people a platform, but there will also be a few pulled in from out of county, it is going to be a smashing night.”

Oasis tribute band Oasish are making a return to Whitehaven to headline the much anticipated gig. Oasish delighted crowds in 2014 at the Mighty Boof ’s At Copeland Stadium event and are sure to do the same this Christmas.

Local talent on the bill includes Mama-Sang and the Robot, The Chadelics and The Fiction.

Also on the line up SUNK, Screaming Frank, Audio Club, Rouges, Companion and the Mighty Boof DJ’s, DJ Pavarotti, DJ Shep, and DJ Blackie.

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Putting colour back into your life

Putting colour back into your life

By Ross Brewster

All getting a bit too much for you is it? Feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders? The work-life balance a bit out of kilter maybe?

Well, let West Cumbrian artist Sarah Taylor bring some relaxing colour back into your life with a new book, produced in collaboration with the famous Lakeland brand of Derwent pencil makers, that reflects a fast growing nationwide trend with images that go back to childhood.

Yes, it’s a colouring book, but a lot more than that. Sarah, who lives in St Bees, invites her readers to “Unwind In The Wilds” by colouring in a series of intricate designs while alleviating some of life’s tensions at the same time. Sarah, who worked for Derwent for five years and has now set up as an artist in her own right, was commissioned to produce the book some months ago.

She has always drawn local wildlife and said it seemed a “natural fit” for the theme of the book which is based on nature. Originally from Gosforth, Sarah went to Wyndham

School in Egremont prior to studying at art college in the North East. From college she did a degree in photography before going abroad to work for a holiday company in the mountains of Austria. On returning to Cumbria she had her own graphic design and clothing company and later worked as a graphic designer for one of the region’s weekly newspapers before establishing her link with Derwent as production manager developing new products.

Now Sarah is striking out on her own as an artist, she said: “Everything has fallen into place and it feels the right thing to do. I gave it a lot of thought because you can easily be pulled into the struggling artist role, so I know I have to work at it as a business.”

“Derwent approached me a few months ago looking for someone to do the illustrations for a book. After seeing my test pages they went for it; it’s the first time I have done anything like this.”

The books could be for children, but the target market is adults, Sarah explained: “Colouring books for adults are a massive thing these days. When you get into painting a couple of hours can disappear in no time when your mind is concentrated elsewhere and that’s what happens with colouring.

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“People are getting into mindfulness and relaxation techniques.

One lady I spoke to told me they use colouring books for people who have brain damage as it helps with their rehabilitation.”

Sarah is already looking ahead to another colouring book, possibly her version of a Jungle Book, and hoping that her initial project will spark off sufficient sales to begin a series.

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share ideas in the quest for calm. “Unwind In The Wilds” is being stocked at the Keswick Pencil Museum next to the former Southey Hill pencil factory, it is also available on the Derwent website and online at Amazon.

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Top book retailers are already spotting the growth market in colouring books for grown-ups. One of the major firms recently reported a 300 per cent rise in sales while another leading outlet said it was drastically £9.99 Derwent product manager Esther Williams is increasing its shelf space. And with the help of in no doubt that Sarah’s home-produced book Sarah Taylor and her classy artistic designs, anyone will be a popular seller. She said: “It’s the first book feeling a bit stressed can soon put a bit of colour back we have commissioned. Colouring books are a peak trend at into their lives and join a fast increasing network of other the moment as you can see when you look at Amazon’s best adults drawing on pleasant memories of a childhood hobby. sellers list. It’s stress beating, but it’s also nostalgia for something we enjoyed as children. We hope this will be the start of a series and you can buy the book alone or with a range of pencils which Sarah suggests you work with. There’s also a tutorial in the book about matching colours and some history of Derwent.”

Keswick Pencil Museum The perfect Christmas gift

It’s thought the colouring-in trend started in France and crossed the channel where there is a growing interest in mindfulness and stress therapies as people become ever more disillusioned with modern life and all its pressures.

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Let your skin shine this winter

A change in season means a change to your wardrobe, your make-up bag and your skin. It was a short lived summer this year but as we head for our heating and pop on our chunky knits we can already see the toll the colder weather is taking on our skin; pink noses and dry, pale, dull skin tightening on our faces and body.

Hot cloth polish cleansers are a great product, especially during the cold months, these are oil based cleansers that come with a muslin cloth which, when used with the cleanser polishes and exfoliates the skin.

Many premium cosmetic brands such as Liz Earl, Eve Lom and Emma Hardi are well known for their hot cloth polish cleansers. They are brilliant in the winter to balance out the skin without striping it of its natural oils.

It is also ideal for exfoliating and eliminating dry skin and plumping out wrinkles.

A good cleanser is essential all year round but an oil based hot cloth is perfect in the winter as the warm water combined with the cloth opens the pores and removes all the darker pigments of your winter make up. Exfoliating the skin is something I recommend to men as well as women as it will help them achieve a much closer shave and prevent any ingrown hairs.

My favorite bargain hot cloth cleanser is the NSPA Hot Cloth Cleanser from Asda at just £7. This is a lovely range which I wrote about when it was first launched.

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It’s also a good idea to invest in a good night cream at this time of year. A lot of people ask me why you should have a separate night cream as well as a day cream, it’s because night treatments can repair the skin; they contain mild exfoliates and higher retinol which aren’t used in day creams because they can leave the skin exposed to the elements which can cause damage.

I prefer to use a night oil rather than a cream; oils tend to sink into the skin’s deeper layers and the aromatic oils can help you to relax before bed. Oils are best used at night as they can be too greasy to wear in the morning, especially before make up. Clarins do a few night oils designed for different skin types which vary in price. Their Blue Orchid oil is for dehydrated skin so it’s suitable for people with combination skin. It is designed to balance and hydrate the skin, whilst protecting it against the elements. It smells amazing at £32.

A cheaper alternative is the new No.7 Youthful replenishing facial oil, which I think is a great product. You can use it alone or put a few drops on your skin before you moisturise. Always remember to apply it all the way down into your decollate as this is one of the first places that tells tales about your age.

Plus your skin around that area is thinner than that on your face skin. Both products are handy to have when skin needs that little extra.

Let your skin shine this winter

Make up Warm, dark coloured lips were a big trend last year and it’s set to continue this winter. This is probably due to the constant show of contoured skin and perfectly sculpted lips on social media. I generally think it’s best to highlight the skin rather than over contour it in the winter; adding a glow into your foundation or highlighting the cheeks will stop the flat dull dry skin look that I often see.

Try using a liquid highlighter such as Benefit High Beam which comes in a great Christmas gift set along with a Hola Bronzer and a few others, the colours are perfect for warming up and highlighting winter skin at £39.50. You could also try a powder highlight like the Sleek Highlighter Palette for only £9.99 from Superdrug. A strong lip looks stunning next to a fresh skin. Teaming a strong lip with a heavy foundation can border on Halloween make up and can reveal that you’ve spent hours in-front of a mirror.

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sheen; a colour crush lipstick, Damson in Distress from The Body Shop, £10 and I noticed it straight away.

Next to her beautiful skin it looked effortless yet chic. If you’re not quite brave enough to go dark or bold try lip liner to enhance the lip more and apply a little underneath.

Right: Body Shop Damson in Distress

My friend Becky has beautiful skin and it always looks fresh.

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Vanessa Jane Photography Vanessa Jane Butler has been capturing people’s memories for 10 years. From weddings to new borns and family portraits she goes above and beyond to get the best photographs for her clients.

Vanessa’s photography career began after the birth of her first daughter, she said: “It began as a hobby in between

work. I did lots of landscapes and after my maternity leave I took a five year carer break, in which time I discovered my passion for photography and set up the business; I have never looked back.”

Her raw enthusiasm for her job is what makes it so fulfilling, she said: “I love taking pictures of people and being there during the special moments of their lives. The first shoot I ever did was for my best friend’s wedding and it was terrifying, but when the images came back and she told me how happy she was with them, I was over the moon.”

Vanessa is always looking for a way to shake up her shoots and she’s certainly found it with cake smashing, she explained: “Babies and toddlers come in all dressed up, we put a big chocolate cake in front of them and just let go, it’s such a laugh. My studio is left in a bit mess but it’s worth it.”

With 10 years’ experience under her belt Vanessa shows no sign of slowing down, she said: “It can be tough but as long as you have the passion, drive, and creativity to do it you will succeed.”

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Wrap up warm this winter

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We all know the yearly struggle that comes with trying to find the perfect winter coat to see you through the cold months; keeping you nice and warm and making you feel stylish at the same time.

If you’re anything like me you probably get fed up of trawling through rails and rails of coats and settle for any old jacket that you didn’t really like in the first place; it ends up making you feel frumpy and the opposite of stylish.

But you’re in luck, this year it’s easier than ever to stay on trend with your winter coat which means your shopping trip will be halved and you’ll be eagerly awaiting the cold days so you can show off the latest addition to your winter wardrobe!

There are some easy to follow trends for both men and women on the high street this season and they’re not too harsh on your pocket either.

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The main trend for women, this year is long trench coats. They will keep you warm and with their effortless flowy structure, will make you feel like a supermodel!

Nudes are the in colour palette for trench coats for a sophisticated look, but black and grey are also a top choice.

If you want to go one step further, you could even stretch to fur accents, which will add effortless glamour to the look.

If you’re not one for fur team your trench coat with a checkered scarf, to complete a cosy, effortless look.

For women’s jackets, head to Missguided to check out their collection of longline wool coats with faux fur collars, or Topshop for their excellent selection of nude trench coats.

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Wave goodby to Einter weezing, cough and colds

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Wave goodby to Winter weezing,cough and colds

By Jackie Cooper Bsc(hons) MNIMH, Medical Herbalist In the immortal words of Monty Python, ‘We are all individuals’ – hence what works for one person doesn’t necessarily work for someone else. Each of us has our own unique blend of ‘being’, and for this reason in Alternative/Complementary medicine, we treat the individual not the illness.

We look at the individual constitution as well as the symptoms.

Always bear this in mind when you are self medicating, and you will get a much better response from natural medicine.

If our immune systems are strong we should be able to resist bacterial and viral invaders during the winter months.. Good quality food (especially organic fresh fruit and vegetables) supplying us with the nutrients the body needs to repair itself, particularly Vitamin C and Essential Fatty Acids, avoiding refined sugar (which depletes the immune system) and ensuring that we have plenty of good sleep will all help to speed up our recovery.

The root of Echinacea purpurea, best taken in the form of tincture, is widely researched, and increases our white blood cell counts, which is part of the immune response. It is best used at the very start of a cold, and can be used by any constitution.

Onion syrup is a wonderful cough mixture and very simple to make – add a tablespoon of honey to a chopped onion in a jam jar – leave overnight and in the morning strain off the onion pieces. The remaining liquid is the cough mixture. Take 1 tsp 3 times a day.

Garlic and Elderflower or mint tea can also act as a powerful force against most viral and bacterial colds.

Many remedies may be contraindicated in conventional medication, pregnancy etc, so if in doubt consult your local Medical Herbalist!

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New hairs resolution

New hairs resolution

By Trae Corbett - Head Stylist at Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries

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e’re all guilty of over indulging over the festive season and during the post-party slump of January our minds turn to detoxing, dieting, joining the gym, giving up smoking, cutting out unhealthy food – anything we can do to make ourselves look and feel better. We want to feel like we can make the right changes for 2016 and convince ourselves that “This year will be my year!”

Come January we become more conscious about what we’re putting into our bodies but have we ever stopped to think what we’re putting on our hair?

What’s in our Shampoo? Which chemicals are we layering onto our hair that are making it dull, limp and lackluster?

Instead of changing our hair products we turn to a new hair cut, colour or maybe the latest heat appliance that Santa has left in our Christmas stockings. Your hair may look better, more tamed but maybe you need more than a change, maybe your hair is in need of a detox?

You don’t necessarily have to make radical changes to make your hair work for you, you just need to uncover the true beauty of what you already have hiding under there. A fabulous new fringe will give you instant gratification but what if the fabric of the hair just isn’t up to pulling off that ‘stop the traffic feeling’?

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If you do anything this New Year to improve your look, be kind to your hair and it will make you shine!

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Customer intelligence and choice of hair care products has increased over the last twelve months and we’re becoming more aware of what we want from our products.

We all remember the No7 perfect and protect phenomena post Gok Wan, it was all about what lies beneath. Well now it’s hairs turn; 2016 sees the return of beautiful hair.This means a dramatic increase in propylene glycol or parabens free products.

Say yes to a more holistic approach to hair care that also does its bit for the world by being Eco-friendly!

Windle and Moodie is the new age of hair care. Born at the heart of Covent Garden it was developed over four years by

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working with independent chemists in the UK to produce breakthrough technologies.

At Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries we are committed to beautiful hair and have been using such a brand for almost a year and the feedback from our clients has been amazing.

For starters all shampoos and conditioners are infused with high-quality teas…yes that includes green tea which is a great antioxidant. Green tea is so beneficial that those clever people at Windle and Moodie have gone and bottled it for our hair giving you added protection and shine.

Whichever way you choose to wear it, wear it with confidence.

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Give your hair some TLC this Winter

Give your hair some

TLC thisWinter Winter takes its toll on your hair not only are the elements against it but the Christmas party season means it’s probably exposed to more heat, products and back combing than usual, all this means your hair is in desperate need of a little bit of TLC. Hair at Number 4, Egremont have the answer and are now offering Olaplex treatments which could give your hair the boost it needs.

Olaplex is a revolutionary product in the world of hair.

Described as the Holy Grail of hair care it claims to be able to return your hair to its original condition before the years of abuse you put it through colouring, straightening and curling.

The products were developed by Dean Christal, who created a new molecule that would link broken hair bonds

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back together. Putting it simply Olaplex is a turbo-charged conditioning treatment that repairs disulphate sulfur bonds within the hair structure, which can be broken down by heat, colouring or other chemical treatments.

Celebrity fans of Olaplex include Rita Ora, Charlize Theron and Gwyneth Paltrow.

Rachael Harrison, stylist at Number 4, said: “Olaplex is a fantastic treatment for people with dry or damaged hair.

It can also be used with a colour to reduce damage, it can diminish breakage during colouring even when using up to 40% volume.”

For more details including pricing or to book an appointment call Hair at Number 4 on: 01946 820869

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by Ashleigh Panther

in in style

Once Christmas is out of the way and you’ve finished stuffing your face and spending all of your money on presents it’s time to see the New Year in, but what to wear?

Women-

Sequins are always a great choice for new years fashion.

They’re sparkly, they’re glitzy and you’re like a personal firework show when the lights hit you!

Motel always has a gorgeous choice of glitzy dresses, like their Gabby Plunge Back Dress in Gold Sequin, which is available online for £48. Its plunge back is fun, flirty and great for the party season.

Velvet is plush, luxurious and above all comfortable, giving it five stars across the board when it comes to picking your outfit.

But you don’t have to go full velvet to be on trend, wear one statement piece, why not treat your feet to some velvet with Topshop’s LINDA Pinstud Velvet Platforms. They’re available online and in stores for £60.

Platforms like these give the look that you’re wearing really high heels, but the platform evens it out and means you stay comfortable!

way to make a fashion statement, but it doesn’t have to be too over the top, Topman’s Dark Green Ultra Skinny Fit Suit Jacket for £110 is the perfect colour to show you’re not afraid to go the extra mile.

Layering has been a big trend this year, wearing contrasting fabrics is a good way of paying homage to this year’s trend, but taking it in a different direction.

Topman’s Burgundy Crepe Skinny Fit Tux Jacket with Contrast Lapel for £110 is another great alternative to the standard black or tweed blazer. The leather lapel also helps give your outfit a bit of an edge.

However you celebrate new years, make sure you do it in style, make sure you’re safe and keep sipping that water! (I can see you, rolling your eyes!)

Men-

You can wear a black suit any day of the week. If you’re going out for the biggest celebration of the year, it’s time to put in a bit more effort!

Wearing a coloured suit is the perfect

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A Leather y Mistake

By Ali Hipkin

Why You Should Never Shop Alone It’s that time of year again, time to find the perfect LBD for that all important Christmas party; it’s never easy to find.You’re looking for something that will make you feel amazing, glamorous and will shock all your work colleagues when they see you out of your everyday clobber.

You don’t have a moment to loose, but before you rush out to the shops take heed of this cautionary tale.

I recently decided to treat myself and go on a bit of a shopping spree. I love a good self indulgent shopping trip but this one did not go as smoothly as I had hoped and turned into one of the more embarrassing moments of my life.

I was looking for a pleather (fake leather) skirt but I refused to pay £60 for one, so when I saw one for £30 I thought I may as well try it on. As much as I liked it I couldn’t decide what to wear it with or whether I needed a smaller size. Being on my own and with no changing room attendant in sight I decided to leave it and come back when I’d seen what else was on offer.

My next point of call was a department store where there were plenty more tops to choose from and the exact same pleather skirt I’d been looking at.

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Her face dropped: “OK, let’s just go and have a little look.”

She followed me into the cubicle where she proceeded to pull and tug at the zip but it refused to move: “I think we’re going to have to get someone else in here.”

(Oh yes please alert more people to my embarrassment.)

Another assistant came in and the two women pulled at the stubborn zip - nothing.

“I’ll go and get someone else, just sit down or something” said flustered assistant number two - I was mortified.

“Are you ok there?” said this new person.

“No,” I said with a whimper as the third assistant pulled at the zip.

“Right just wait there,” I was stuck in a skirt with a broken zip that was exposing my underwear, where did she think I was going?

With my hands full I trotted off to the changing rooms. I’d found the perfect top to go with the skirt and on the advice of the changing room attendant I tried on one of the other tops I’d brought in with me; then disaster struck.

I turned round to check out the back of the skirt only to see that the zip had split.

I panicked but I thought: ‘It’s ok, just pull the zip back down and it’ll be fine when you do it up again’ – wrong.

The zip wouldn’t budge.

I twizzled the skirt round and tugged – nothing. It was at this point that I realised I was going to have to ask for help.

I stuck my head out of the changing room and the assistant approached with a smile on her face, expecting me to show her the new top, “Actually,” I lowered my voice, “the zip’s burst and I can’t get out of this skirt.”

Finally a fourth assistant came along, “Are you ok there?” “ I’m stuck in a skirt!”

“Yes, they’ve sent me to cut you out of it.”

I didn’t know whether to laugh or cry; not only had I been cut out of a skirt but no less than four, FOUR, sales assistants had seen my backside. My only saving grace was that I wasn’t doing anything embarrassing like wearing a thong.

Needless to say I left the store empty handed and with my dignity in tatters, knowing that the story was already halfway round the floor and that it will probably be one of those stories that gets told to every new member of staff when they start working in the changing rooms.

My point is this; take someone with you when you go shopping for that all important outfit, whether it’s your mum, your sister or a friend. Even if they can’t help you with a zip or help pull it over your head at least you’ll have someone to share your embarrassment with.

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Carrot Cake

This one really is the Bees knees and there simply is none better anywhere in the whole wide world and here`s the secret. The recipe actually comes from the Philippines .My good lady got the recipe from her tutor in culinary college in Manila and used it as her secret weapon to woo me with.

It worked very well and we`re now engaged to be married. This cake really can have that effect. The recipe has been tried and tested a few times now and every Guinea Pig hails it as the best they’ve ever tasted so go have fun and try it for yourself.

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I`m a total sucker for a good Carrot cake and it always seems to tempt me away from the strictest of healthy eating plans. Wherever my travels take me, throughout the world I search the cafes and bakeries for the best Carrot cake and after finding the recipe a few years ago for what I thought was the `best of the best`, my amazing recipe for the “World’s best Carrot cake” has been well and truly destroyed by this new mind blowing version that I’ve done today.

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Ingredients

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(This is the exact recipe without any tweaking , everything is accurately measured out in Grams) • 355g - Strong Bread flour • 115g - Plain Flour • 18g - Baking soda (1 Tbsp.)

• 7g - Cinnamon • 5g - Salt (1 tsp) • 240g - Rapeseed Oil (Aldi sell a good one) • 270ml - Buttermilk or (Milk and juice of ½ lemon) • 1 Tbsp. Vanilla extract • 685g - Sugar • 240g - Eggs (Approx. 5 medium Eggs) • 355g - Crushed Pineapple • 500g - Carrots (grated) • 180g - Chopped Walnuts.

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This recipe might appear to be a tad on the unhealthy side but as it contains fresh “Carrots”, “Pineapple” and “Mandarin” there`s 3 of my “5 a day” and in my own little world that sounds like an amazing excuse to get stuck in.

Topping (Just mix everything together with a hand mixer then spread over the cake) • 1 x 250g Tub of Mascarpone cream cheese • 3 x 200g Tubs of plain cream cheese.

• 6 Tbsp. of sifted icing sugar.

• 1 tsp Vanilla extract.

• Finely grated zests of 2 Mandarins (or Tangerines) • 4 Tbsp. soft Butter.

Method 1. Sift together the five dry ingredients and set to one side.

2. Combine the oil, buttermilk, vanilla extract, sugar and eggs with a mixer.

3. Slowly add the sifted dry ingredients into the wet mixture.

4. Fold in the pineapple , carrots and nuts.

5. Pour the mix into a greased and lined cake tin.

6. Bake at 325 f. deg (160/170 c) for approximately 60 mins or until an inserted skewer comes out clean.

The realistic Carrots are simply Marzipan coloured with a few drops of Orange food colouring and Parsley stalks pushed into the Carrot.

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Apple Crumble Cake

Alborz Flame A Small Selection of beautiful dishes from our Menu

Classic Favourites Saffron Chicken £16.90

Minted Rack Of Lamb £16.90 Cumberland Sausage £9.90

KEBABS

Special Kebab £16.50 Shish Kebab £15.90

PASTA

Lasagne £11.90 Spaghetti Con Fruitti Di Marre £12.20

Gammon Steak (8oz) With Egg Or Pineapple £5.50 Extra Egg Or Pineapple £1.00 Baked Potato With Butter £3.20 Cheese £3.70 Beans £3.90 Melted Mozzarella

Steaks Mixed Steaks £22.90 Fillet, Sirloin and Rump (Approx 14oz)* Fillet Steak (Approx 8oz)* £19.90

Apple

Crumble Cake This is a very quick and easy dessert to make Equally delicious warm or cold, best served with vanilla ice cream, cream or custard. This is a very morish dish and it can be quite difficult to know when to stop eating!!!

Sirloin Steak (Approx 8oz)* £18.50

INGREDIENTS

Rump Steak (Approx 10oz)* £18.50

• 250g caster sugar

• 250g unsalted butter, quite simply the better the butter, the better the cake • 275g self-raising flour • 1 beaten egg • 6-8 brae burn apples, peeled and slices

Cheese & Tomato £5.40

METHOD

Tuna & Melted Mozzarella Cheese £5.40

Pre heat your oven to gas 4/ 180c (160c if it’s a fan oven)

Freshly Cooked Ham & Melted Mozzarella Cheese £5.60 Cheese, Lettuce & Tomato £4.40 Freshly Cooked Ham, Lettuce & Tomato £4.40

Lightly grease a 25cm/ 10” spring form cake tin.

Melt the butter in a pan and stir in sugar until almost dissolved Add the flour and beaten egg and beat with a wooden spoon until it forms a soft dough.

Spread ¾ of the mixture over the bottom of the cake tin and top with peeled apple slices leaving about 1cm.

Sprinkle the remaining mixture over the top Bake for 55 mins until golden brown and enjoy

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Wine Column

Apple Crumble cake with proper vanilla Custard would probably be in most people’s top ten top puds but we rarely partner it with anything better than a cup of coffee or a glass of coke so here’s how to make it sing as well as dance.

Normally the aim with pairing wine to food is to look for a complimentary flavour rather than a competing one but with puddings you can go all out and compete but be prepared to spend a little dosh.

There’s a wine made in South Africa that is very special and is actually one of the oldest styles of pudding wine dating back to 1685. It’s called Vin de Constance from the Klein Constantia Vineyard and it’s right up there with rich madeira in the cheek sucking sweetness level but it does it without making your eyes water.

The wine is incredibly fruity without being over acidic and it shows intense pineapple and passion fruits on the palate.

It’s almost a pudding in itself but it’s like giving your tongue a hug with kisses when consumed with the pudding. French and English Kings have long since sought after this wine and even Napoleon enjoyed it when he was exiled to St Helena. Expect to pay over £40 for a 50cl bottle but it really is Christmas for your palate when you do.

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Shake it up at Shakers

You will need:

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By Ali Hipkin

• A boston shaker • Muddler • Tongs • Blender

Nothing says Christmas soiree like cocktails. Anyone, I am definitely guilty of this, can throw some spirits in a jug with some fruit juice and call it a cocktail but making a good cocktail is a skill; it requires thought, time and measuring your ingredients.

With this in mind and our Christmas party just round the corner Danielle and I paid a visit to Shakers Duke Street, to learn how to shake it like the best of them.

Jason Fisher, manager of Shakers was our tutor for the day, but before we got started he gave us some basic tips for concocting the perfect cocktail. They may seem obvious but you’d be surprised at the difference they make and they may prevent you from getting carried away and acting like you’re Tom Cruise in Cocktail.

Jason’s top tips:

Use fresh ingredients where possible for more intense flavours, Make sure you have plenty of ice in the freezer, whether you use it to chill a glass or in the cocktail you’ll be going through it.

Finally to get the best out of your cocktails you should always use the correct measures so you don’t ruin the flavours.

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Strawberry Daiquiri Daiquiri’s are definitely coming into their own as one of the most popular Cocktails. The sweetness of the strawberries and the kick of Bacardi make the classic Strawberry Daiquiri an instant favourite. If you fancy something a bit different mix cream into this drink to create an alcoholic strawberry milkshake!

Serves 1 • • • • • •

Full pint of ice Five large Strawberries 25ml Strawberry Bols 25ml Bacardi 25ml Triple sec 15ml Sugar Syrup

Put all of the ingredients into a blender and blitz on high for around 10 seconds or until consistency is thick. Pour into tall glass and top with a strawberry.

For a festive version add some squirty cream to the top and call it ‘Santa’s little helper’.

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Tom Collins Add a bit of class to your party with this timeless classic, dating back to 1876. This classic cocktail became popular in the bars of New York City during the early 20th century and is perfect for those that fancy a change from an evening G&T.

Serves 1 • 50ml Gin • 25ml lemon syrup • Soda water • Lemon

Fill Boston shaker half way with ice.

Add Gin and Lemon syrup and shake for 30 seconds. Pour three quarters of the cocktail into tall glass and top up with soda water, add lemon wedge to decorate.

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Mojito Serves 1 Mojitos are definitely the cocktail of choice and a best seller in Shaker’s. Mojitos are easily adapted to suit a person’s taste, simply add Raspberries or strawberries!

• Six Leaves of fresh mint • 50ml Bacardi • 1 lime, quartered • Soda water • 25ml sugar syrup Drop the mint and squeeze the lime into glass. Add the sugar syrup and Bacardi, muddler to crush the lime and mint.

The liquid should turn a cloudy pale green colour. Fill with crushed ice and top with soda water. Decorate with mint and lime.

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Kitchen Re-porter Denver Watson of Wellington Bistro has over 20 years cooking experience and has been handy in the kitchen from a young age. Growing up in New Zealand he brings something slightly different to Whitehaven.

What is your first memory of the kitchen?

Like most people, I would say baking with nana when I was a kid.

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever cooked with?

I haven’t really cooked anything weird, but I have used what some would think is a weird method. It’s called a Hangi in New Zealand. You dig a hole in the ground, set it on fire, then cover it with rocks and wrap meat in tin foil and slow cook it.

What is your favourite type of cuisine?

I like your basic, hearty meals. So a good Sunday lunch or a hot pot.

What is your favourite restaurant to eat at anywhere in the world?

A place in Fosse Way, Yorkshire, it’s called the Hare and Hound. It was a pub that served the most amazing food.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef?

I don’t have one, the last thing I want to do after spending all day in the kitchen is go home and watch somebody else cook.

What are you most likely to cook at home?

Either Barbeque food or hearty food like hot pot.

Do you spend a lot of time in the kitchen at home?

Not really, unless I’m washing dishes!

What is your ultimate comfort food?

I love a good curry, you can’t beat a curry.

What is your idea of food hell?

Fast food burgers. They are not burgers.

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Winter minestrone

Winter minestrone Minestone soup is a great warming lunch on a winter’s day or as the basis of main meal, we often cook a piece of sea bass or a chicken breast and turn it into more of a dinner.

500g diced winter vegetables, carrots, swede, parsnip, celery, leek, sweet potato Ingredient 1 About red pepper, diced, 1 medium onion, Sliced, 2 cloves garlic, 75g diced pancetta or smoked bacon, 1 tablespoon tomato puree,1tin chopped tomatoes, 1 pint chicken stock, 50 ml white wine, 1/4 finely shredded savoy cabbage 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley, 50g Pasta , Olive oil and parmesan

Method

In a large saucepan, sauté the onions and garlic over a high heat until golden brown. Add the pancetta and cook for 3 to 4 mins until crispy. Add the diced pepper and vegetables and stir well.

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Cover, turn the heat as low as possible and leave to cook for 20 mins. Turn the heat back up, stir in the tomato puree, white wine, chopped tomatoes and chicken stock and simmer for 10 mins.

Add the pasta and cook for a further 10 mins, Season with salt and plenty of black pepper Just before serving add the savoy cabbage, serve in warmed bowels with a dribble of olive oil, some grated parmesan and plenty of crusty bread

Cut the cost of Christmas

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“Christmas can be a doddle as opposed to a season of running around manically. An easier and happier Christmas is in the palm of your hands.” will regret it when you get to the till. Shopping in cheaper supermarkets always helps to keep the cost down as you’re not tempted into the false deals put on by the major supermarkets.

Christmas doesn’t have to be all about money. There are lots of little ways you can save yourself and other people money and stress this collection of tips is one way of achieving that.

By using clever little ideas, you will realise Christmas can be a doddle as opposed to a season of running around manically. An easier and happier Christmas is in the palm of your hands.

BUYING the ingredients needed for that perfect Christmas dinner can be very costly, but if you use some of these little tips you might save yourself time and money.

Check your cupboards!

Before you go out on the food shop, look through your food cupboards for the ingredients you know you’ll need.

You will be surprised at what you already have. This quick check will save you doubling up unnecessarily.

Write a list.

Sit down and work out how many guests you will have, then all you have to do is work out portion sizes. A Christmas dinner does not need to be huge! Remember portion sizes can save you those all-important pennies.

Go shopping with your partner or someone who will be attending the meal, going Christmas food shopping with a friend often ends in you buying things they have bought ‘’just in case’’ take your list and stick to it!

You don’t need to pay a fortune for good food. Not all the best food is expensive; supermarkets often have deals on their turkeys and other foods, don’t be a snob, you

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BY craig

wishart

It can be a slow time of year for the rugby league faithful. Sure we’ve had the contentment of England’s heroic triumph in the test series against New Zealand and certainly with so little on offer I can understand there may have been a few who were forced to cross codes as the need to watch rugby, any rugby, meant it wasn’t just me that settled onto the couch and with an apathetic shrug of the shoulders accepted our fate.

But with the tournament over I’ve come bouncing back from the dark side quicker than you can say Sam Burgess

and although there may be two months to go I’m eagerly awaiting the upcoming Championship season because the Haven backroom staff have not been idly wasting time like me.

Firstly the club re-signed twenty two players from last year’s squad and soon after had the signatures of four dual registration players from Widnes Vikings. At present they can’t reveal any names but the signings gave a sure indication of the clubs lofty aims.

Soon after came the Workington pair Nathan Lucock and Elliott Miller. Miller scored twelve tries in eighteen appearances for the local rivals, including a hat-trick against his new club.

“The three-quarter line was an area we needed to strengthen” coach James Coyle believes “and with Elliot I feel we have one of the best outside backs in the division.”

Twenty two year old hooker Lucock faced fierce competition for a place in the Town squad and Haven feel the youngster from has yet to fulfil his potential.

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High profile signings came in the form of Super League prospect Grant Gore. The player starred for Haven last

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year as a dual registration, scoring five times but after his release from Widnes he’s now been given a permanent deal at the Recre.

“This is yet another quality signing we have made and adds to our growing pool of talent. Grant has played at Super League level, has a good kicking game and a strong defence,” said recently retired player James Robinson.

The signings kept coming in the form of Liam Carberry who was initially another dual registration player with Haven, unfortunately the 22 year old missed most of last season with a torn anterior cruciate ligament but he’s represented England at youth level and given the chance Robinson believes the pacey, strong running hooker will be a good fit for the team.

Haven then beat stiff competition from Workington Town and interest from other top clubs to sign highly rated twenty three year old Glenn Riley.

The prop forward, who came through the ranks at Wath Brow Hornets, went on to join Warrington and has been allowed to leave London Broncos.

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hands and has the skills. We want to help him develop those skills and expect him to get better and better as he makes the big change from the amateur to professional ranks,” Robinson said.

The final signing at the time of writing is utility back Louis Jouffret.

The Frenchman spent two months on loan at Haven in the 2015 season. Jouffret kicked 28 goals and scored two tries during his time here.

Congratulations also must go to half-back Dion Aiye, the Papua New Guinea star who joined Haven last year, scoring 12 tries. Aiye won Player of the Year, Supporters Player of the Year and Try of the Year for his 80-metre break in the final game.

With their new players Haven continue to prove their determination to recruit the finest local talent and with exSuper League players to help guide them, well….. it’s just a shame we have to wait so long to find out how it all goes.

Robinson was delighted with the signing, he said: “Glenn will add size and forcefulness to our pack. We are getting a good pack of forwards together and once they do their job, we have the backs with skill and pace to finish our chances.”

Whitehaven went on to then snap up rugby league amateur John Todd.

The 22-year-old has been a star for Ellenborough Rangers scoring 14 tries in just 18 appearances last season.

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Comets

Comets to come back in 2016 Words: John Walsh

After missing out on the Premier League play-offs the Workington Comets management aim to make amends in 2016.

It’s been tough going, on and off the track, for Workington in the season just ended, and there were serious doubts at one stage whether the sport would return next year.

But convinced that there is still strong support in the area, and with ideas coming forward for more financial input, the management team decided to crack on with plans for 2016.

So far two of the team which finished only eighth in the League

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this time round have agreed to ride again in the new season.

Ricky Wells and Kenneth Hansen were popular returnees as the pair won the majority of trophies on offer at the club’s presentation night.

It was quite a turn-around for Wells who improved impressively, putting two points on his average and reaching the coveted number one race jacket.

Comets owner Laura Morgan said: “We are delighted that both of them are coming back to ride for us next year as both were very keen to return.”

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As The Whitehaven Guide went to print Comets announced another significant signing towards completion with the signing of the hard-riding 29 year-old Dane, Claus Vissing.

He now becomes the fifth member of the Comets 2016 line-up, and the second Dane, to be announced; leaving the club with just two places left to fill in order to complete their starting line-up for next season.

The capture of Vissing has certainly enthused the Comets owner Laura Morgan, who said: “Claus is part of a refreshing new set of dynamics coming to Workington for 2016.

“He is extremely capable of increasing his 7.54 starting average and he is talking very positively about the coming season; he is clearly very keen for 2016 to be a good year for both himself and for the club. He will doubtless provide some thrilling racing for the supporters and I am really excited about the way our new side is taking shape.”

Vissing (7.54) joins the already announced quartet of Ricky

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Wells (8.86), Kenneth Hansen (6.84), Adam Roynon (4.39) and Matt Williamson (3.00) on next season’s team sheet, which leaves 11.87 points available for the two remaining team places in order to fit within the 42.50 points-limit.

Meanwhile one rider who won’t be coming back to race for the Comets next season is Captain Rene Bach.

He has decided to take a break from the Premier League but is still keen to continue riding in Poland, Denmark and Sweden next season.

Bach, who spent four years with the Comets, the last two as captain, says the travelling and high costs have influenced his decision not to ride in the UK. “Travelling was getting a bit hard and expensive. What you make in the Premier League when you add it all up doesn’t add up to a lot of money.

“It’s a hobby and I enjoy it, but at the end of the day I have to make money,” he says.

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Winter Motoring Tips

With winter fast approaching, it’s more important than ever to take extra care of your vehicles, and in turn yours and other road user’s safety. Wictor Klamut of Chip-It Performance has some tips to keep people safe this winter.

Visibility is important all year round, however in winter visibility is generally low due to the dark mornings and evenings, fog, rain and

sometimes snow. It is important then that you make yourself seen, and make sure you have a significant view of the road in front and behind.

•Check all of your external lights. They should be in good working condition and efficiently aligned.

•Wiper blades should be examined and in a good condition.

Inefficient wipers can be detrimental during the winter months.

•If possible change your tyres to the winter baring type, they can withstand the cold air and frost much better than your standard tyres.

•Under the bonnet: check you have sufficient anti-freeze, this will protect your car from frost damage.

•Make sure you have screen wash.You need to make sure you have enough screen wash and some spare in the car just in case you run out.

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Winter Motoring Tips

•Always be prepared. Have a scraper in your car, not only for frost, but if it doesn’t happen to snow you MUST remove all the snow from the roof of your car. If there is any remaining, and you break it can slide onto your windscreen and obstruct your view.

Most importantly CHECK YOUR TYRES when it gets colder, your tyre pressure drops.They may have been the correct pressure in the summer but it’s a different story in the cold weather so make sure you re-inflate them to the vehicle manufacturers’ recommendations.

The road surface also becomes more treacherous during the winter so your tyres should be up to a legal standard with the correct tread depth, if there are any bulges, punctures or scratches the pressure from the cold air can cause serious damage.

Keep an eye on the weather forecast and try to use roads on the gritting list / map Don’t use roads which are closed – you will put yourself and others in danger and abandoned vehicles hamper snow clearance.

You should have a survival kit – keep these things in your car: a thick jumper; warm coat, boots, thick gloves, blanket, hot drink in a flask, good torch and a spade.

If possible include a tow rope, booster cables, some sand and a solid wooden board for the jack.

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TIPS FOR WINTER DRIVING Ice - Slow down, steer gently and use the highest gear you can. If you have to brake, use short, even applications, not heavy sustained pressure. Look out for skid traps like frost and wet leaves. Always leave a much larger gap between you and the vehicle in front, as it takes a lot longer to stop on ice or snow.

Fog - Use dipped headlights, keep your windscreen clear and drive so that you can stop in the distance you can see. Use rear fog lights if visibility is less than 100 metres.

Rain - Use dipped headlights, keep your speed down and keep well back from the vehicle in front. If you come to a flood, slow right down, but keep your revs high.

Hail - Slow down and use dipped headlights. Beware of slush on the road after a hail storm.

Snow - If the sun dazzles, reduce speed and use your visor. Keep well back from the vehicle in front of you. If your tyres won’t grip, there may be a salt/grit heap or bin nearby. Spread the salt/grit in front of your driving wheels and set off in the highest gear you can. If you are caught in heavy snow, wrap up warm and stay inside your vehicle if possible.

As well as being prepared, you will have to change the way you drive in winter, and take into account the variety of weather conditions.

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Now is the perfect time to improve your game The blustery winds, the icy rain and the frost is crisp under foot; winter is well and truly here, but that doesn’t mean you have to put your clubs in the shed and hibernate until spring; wrap up, pack up and tee off.

With less golfers prepared to battle the elements the courses are much quieter during the winter which Stuart

Hemmings, PGA coach at Seascale Golf Club thinks makes winter the perfect excuse to get some practise in for the 2016 rather than accepting the fact you’ll lose your game during the colder, darker months.

Obviously the weather can be a deterrent but for the dedicated golfer there are ways and means of getting around it, Stuart explained: “Prior to the round you have to make sure you have all the right equipment such as brollies, waterproofs, winter mitts, rain gloves, hats and a scarf; you also need to keep warming up, don’t drink alcohol it will drop your body temperature but make sure you are hydrated, water is essential.”

A common problem that comes with wrapping up is the movement restrictions, Stuart advises practicing in all your winter gear during summer months so you are familiar with how it feels which will inevitably help your winter game.

Don’t be defeated by the elements use them to your advantage, Stuart said: “Play with the wind; a lot of people try to fight it and they get nowhere, they also get very angry and frustrated which will affect their game; people have to accept the conditions, acceptance is extremely important. Accept that the ball won’t lie as well.”

With the temperature down and the wind up, it can become increasingly difficult to make any progress, winter golf is a completely different game Stuart explained: “There are two types of golfers, summer golfers and all year golfers.”

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Despite the goal being to score, Stuart believes you need to think about the bigger picture and not just the score board he said: “Scoring is not the be all and end all during the winter, you need to focus on your technique, rather than scoring.”

One of the biggest and most important points to make about winter golfing is to persevere, Stuart said: “You don’t need to give up. Hit the driving range when you can and

when the weather is fair get yourself on the course. You also need to analyse your performance, identify your strengths and develop your weaknesses; your mind and body need to accept the weather conditions. Work on your technique during winter and when the season starts in 2016 you will see an improvement.”

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Test your knowledge and complete the catch-phrases

Please see page 94 for puzzle solutions ALPHA SUDOKU Place a letter from A to I in each empty cell so every row, every column and every 2x3 box contains all the letters A to I.

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Across 1. Grave 4. Brood 7. Rest and recuperation 8. Employ 10. Euro alliance 11. Go in 13. Chum 15. Exclaim in amazement 17. Washington VIP 18. PC alternative 19. Stitch with needle and thread 21. Snug 24. Printing width 26. Born as 27. Argon symbol 28. Sleeveless top 29. Jumble Down 1. Snare 2. Either, __; neither, nor 3. Hot dog holder 4. Amount charged for a service 5. Shoe size 6. Backside 9. Weird 11. Make a choice 12. Perch for birds 14. Aspirin 16. Underground riches 18. Bump into 20. “Star ___” 22. Pen filler 23. Sewn edge 25. Mommy 27. Equal comparison

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Santas Grotto SOLWAY HALL WHITEHAVEN

Nothing beats the look on a child’s face when they meet Father Christmas, whether it’s the long and very specific Christmas list they rhyme off, a look of terror or utter joy and jubilation it’s priceless.

This year Santa is leaving his elves in charge of the workshop and coming to the Solway Hall at the Civic Hall for the Christmas period.

Upcoming Dates DEC 01 Santas Grotto Opens and Christmas party DEC 04 All Souled Up - Motown Band DEC 05 David Essex Tribute DEC 11 Abba (sold out) DEC 12 The Task (sold out)

all tickets are £22 with disco and buffet DEC 13 Christmas with Male Voice Choir DEC 14 to 17 Panto Aladdin - £ 8 ticket DEC 18 Mad Friday “Julieanne” DEC 31 Family Party with Lorriane Crosby JAN 15 State of Quo JAN 16 Tribute to cher - £10 ticket JAN 30

Emma Johnson Classical - £17 ticket

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It’s a long way from the North Pole to Whitehaven so Santa is making his visit worthwhile by meeting and greeting children every day from Tuesday December 1 to Thursday December 24, when he has to start his busiest shift of the year.

Not only will children have the chance to tell Santa what they’d like for Christmas but they’ll have a story read to them by an elf before being given a present by Santa.

Refreshments and Christmas cakes will be also available.

Better get my own Christmas list ready.

£4 per child, each child will get a present!

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Childrens Christmas Work Shop Theatre By The Lake Keswick

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Christmas Party

All Souled up tribute - Solway Hall O’Duo

Egremont Market Hall Christmas Party

David Essex Tribute - Solway Hall Jonny Brown

Copeland Athletics Stadium Bar S a r k H o r s e - A c o u s t i c Tr i o

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The Stump

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Open Mic Night

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The Wittingham Cat

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Superfly

The Vine Bar - Workington D’Bledin Blaggards

Florence Arts Centre

The Kirkgate Deca - Disco

Kirkgate Centre

The Joilet Blues Band

The Wave Centre

W h i t e h a v e n M a l e Vo i c e C h o i r

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O Duo Percussion Duo

Theatre By The Lake

C h i l d r e n s C h r i s t m a s Wo r k s h o p C o n c e r t

Theatre By The Lake

Live Music - Brad Kavanagh

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Kirkgate Centre - Cockermouth R e s c u r r e c t i o n : A Tr i b u t e To T h e S t o n e Roses

Brickyard - Carlisle

Brassy Christmas James Stretton/Ian Jackson

The Brickyard - Carlisle Flo Jazz

Florence Arts Centre Christmas Crooners

Carnegie Theatre

W i n t e r Wa r m e r

Kirkgate Centre

La’al Big Band

Seacote Hotel

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Boxing Day Boof

Whitehaven Civic Hall

Music / Theatre / Film / Other

Lorraine Crosby Band

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One Night of Elvis

Sands Centre - Carlisle

Live Music Adam Amor

Verve 78

State of Quo

The Solway Hall

Limehouse Lizzy

Brickyard - Carlisle

C h e r i s h e d - A Tr i b u t e t o C h e r

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T h e T h r o n e W i n d Tr i o

Egremont Town Hall

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Sands Centre - Carlisle

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The Snow Queen Theatre By The Lake Keswick 28 Nov - 16 Jan

The Amorettes

Carnegie Theatre - Workington Classical Evening with Emma Johnson

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Christmas Crooners Carnegie Theatre Workington

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Theatre By The Lake - Keswick

Beauty and The Beast 08DEC - 13DEC

Egremont Town Hall

Cinderella 11DEC - 31DEC

The Sands Centre - Cockermouth Aladdin 14DEC - 17DEC

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Bear & Butterfly 15DEC - 24DEC

Theatre By The Lake - Keswick

Whittington and his cat

Hodgetts Hall - St Bees

Cinderella 26DEC - 03JAN

Carnegie Theatre - Workington

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Music / Theatre / Film / Other Film 11 18 24 24

16 DECEMBER

Slow West (PG) Kirkgate Centre

The Legend Of Barney Thomson (15) Kirkgate Centre

Bolshoi Ballet: The Taming Of The Shrew Gaiety Cinema

Bolshoi Ballet: The Taming Of The Shrew Alhambra Cinema Keswick

The Royal Ballet Gaiety Cinema Whitehaven

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Bolshoi Ballet: The Lady of the Camellias Gaiety Cinema

Royal Opera House: Cavalleria Gaiety Cinema

In The Heart Of The Sea Amy (15)

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Kirkgate Centre Gaiety Cinema

Danny Collins (15) Kirkgate Centre

The Royal Ballet: The Nutcracker Encore Alhambra Cinema, Keswick

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The Howken Field Florence Arts Centre

Lino Cut Cards with Jill Davis Florence Arts Centre

Song of The Sea Kirkgate Centre

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The Royal Ballet: The Nut Cracker

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The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

OTHER

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Christmas Party - Live Group The Sasra Falcon Club

0 3 Fun Adult tap dancing class Lowca Social Club, Whitehaven 4th Feb 15 - 3rd Feb 16

Christmas Party Nights - Life Entertainment

1 0 Les Miserables (School Edition )

Santa Express

1 2 Ed Byrne

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Taste Cumbria Christmas

2 7 Rob Beckett - Mouth of the South

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Rheged Christmas Market

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Party Night - Carvery and Disco

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Santa Express

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The Marchon Club - 11st,12th,18th,19th

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway - 12th,13th

The Sands Centre, Carlisle Carnegie Theatre, Workington

Cockermouth 12h,13th Rheged 12th,13th

Whitehaven Golf Club

Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway 19th,23rd The Beacon Museum

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The Marchon Club

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Carnegie Theatre, Workington

DECEMBER

Christmas Crafts The Beacon

New Years Disco

Whitehaven Golf Club

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Limehouse Lizzy

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Die Winterreise

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Love and Mercy (PG)

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Dick Whittington

Brickyard, Carlisle Theatre By The Lake, Keswick Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth 30th - 6th Feb

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Open Evening Full / Part Time Courses & Apprenticeships

www.carlisle.ac.uk

Thursday 21 January 2016, 4 - 8pm Adult Learning Full and Part Time Courses

Working with leading local employers to provide 100s of apprenticeships

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SUNK

SUNK Local Band SUNK have been making a name for themselves on the local music scene over the past few years and now they’re hitting the road and promoting their music all over the country. We spoke to bassist Darren Williamson about the bands cooky rock sound.

The band is made up of members from Whitehaven and Workington, Martin Diamond Vocals & Guitar, Danny Mattocks Guitar & Backing Vocals and Jim Cassie, Drums & Backing Vocals.

The name SUNK comes from a song Martin wrote pre band, called…wait for it…Sunk, that and a piece of art he once saw by a local artist, Darren explained: “In a way it symbolises our place at the time, both freshly leaving our previous bands and starting from scratch, writing music and creating a band again, at the bottom with only one way to go.”

Rock”, with such a varied sound it’s no surprise that they get their inspiration from daily life, Darren said: “It is mostly everyday happenings; it’s often people and the stuff we experience.”

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Tickets are £15 each and available from Threads, King Street Whitehaven

As for aspiring musicians Darren said: “‘This is an A chord, this is an E chord and this is a G chord now form a band’ - Sideburns fanzine 1976.

Seriously though, music is your own experience, your own thoughts, your wisdom. If you think it’s stupid to say it then sing it, if you don’t live it then the sound won’t come. There is no boundary line to music.”

“And a final piece of advice I would pass onto anyone starting in music is if you ever hit a wrong note, then make it right by what you play afterwards and just call it jazz.”

SUNK have been together since 2013, Darren said: “Martin came to see a band I was in at the time, later that year when he found out I’d left that band he contacted me asking if I’d be interested in assisting him to create SUNK. Eventually we got together, experimented with a mix of genres to see what worked best for us and that is what you hear today. Soon after we asked Danny to join on guitar then Jim to do the drums.”

SUNK are currently working on an album ‘First Prize’ which will be out at the start of 2016 but if you can’t wait that long you can see SUNK perform at The Boxing Day Boof at The Solway Hall at The Civic Hall, (Tickets are £15 each and available from Threads, King Street, Whitehaven or at mightyboofpromotions.com). They’ll also play on Friday January 22 at John Paul Jones in Whitehaven.

SUNK’s sound is a mix of genres; Country, Roots Rock, Rockabilly, Folk, Blues & more or as they describe it “Sunk

www.facebook.com/Sunk2014, sunk-uk.bandcamp.com and Youtube.

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By Stephen Robson

Man of the Mountains Stephen Robson, from Carlisle, has been caught in the grips of mountain fever for the past 40 something years. Having completed all 214 Wainwright fells in 2014 Stephen has an unparalleled enthusiasm for the Lakeland fells which he is eager to share with others in the latest series in The Whitehaven Guide.

“I have been walking the fells for many years, forty-odd in fact.

Not continuously, I hasten to add. In 2014 I finally completed all 214 Wainwright fells. It was never my intention to climb every one, until a mate of mine, Nick, finished all of his. Then an element of competition between another walking pal Julian and me ensued.

Walking the hills consumed my every waking thought during the warm summer that year. Looking out of the bedroom window I would anticipate another lovely day ahead. At half past three (a.m!) I would be filling the car up at the petrol station and heading for the hills. Sometime later my wife would read the white board on the kitchen wall and see that 74

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I was on Fellbarrow above Crummock Water (or wherever I was)….important point this, always make others aware of where you’re going.

My life on the fells started way before I was even old enough to contemplate Wainwrights 214 fells. My parents told me of the time when I was a toddler, we were having a picnic above Aira force near Ullswater. There were no walls or fences near the top of the falls and I nearly stepped off into the void.

“Oswald!!” yelled my mother and my father grabbed me, just in time. Later whilst still at school, I conquered my first fell. It was Catbells above Derwentwater. I would have been about eight years old. It seemed to me like the Matterhorn, the final tower was so steep. A young boy called Colin, who was a bit of a rip, ignored the teacher’s advice about never running and toppled off a small outcrop.

He wasn’t hurt thank goodness.

My father owned a wholesale Stationers Warehouse and it was there where I first discovered the Wainwright pictorial guides. The little hand drawn books really fired my enthusiasm.

They were beautifully written and illustrated, occasionally humorous and always inspiring. Before I could drive I would take the bus to Keswick and climb a nearby mountain, descending in time to catch the 2.30 or 6.30 buses home.

When I passed my driving test the whole of the District opened up to me. The pen and ink Wainwright drawings were now three dimensional, in full technicolour and on a grand scale. Many happy years of walking ensued; some remain etched on the memory, many more have faded from my recollection; most were spent in a blissful state.

When my son was six months old I carried him up Latrigg to admire the wonderful view south towards Borrowdale.

He impersonated me panting as I carried him up. “This is as

good as it gets Barnaby” I said. I recall he was unmoved.

Is it better to walk alone or with others? I have done – and enjoyed, both. If you are alone you can please yourself where you go and how long you take. You can also think to yourself and possibly drink in more of the surroundings.

Having said that, companionship of likeminded people is good too, and possibly safer in the event of an accident or getting lost.

And finally; what’s it like to attain the last summit? Well it’s satisfying of course. And almost immediately you begin planning to climb them all over again.

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Waterproofs (ja cket and pants) Insulating fleece Thick socks + 2 spare pairs Warm hat Gloves Waterproof walk in

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Raven Crag This is an excellent short walk –perfect for this time of year with its short days and the possibility of sudden changes in weather conditions.

It is a summit I was unable to attain in midsummer as peregrine falcons were nesting there at the time and the top was fenced off. That frustration came at the end of a long day which saw me plodging through some of the boggiest country that the Lake District has to offer.

Apart from the benefit of the views out and unless one is hell-bent on completing the Wainwright’s, I would recommend avoiding the accompanying central spine of High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell. Determined to complete the Wainwright’s I returned to Raven Crag a month later once the birds had departed.

To climb it, drive to the dam at the northern end of Thirlmere and follow the signposted path up the fell side.

This is through woodland which Wainwright described as “oppressive” but I didn’t find it so. I recall being dappled in sunlight with tantalising glimpses of the blue lake below. The crag itself is very impressive up close.

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fifty feet at the end of the 19th century to supply water to Manchester created one mere.

At the end of my walk I was returning to the car which I’d parked in the tiny hamlet of Shoulthwaite. The natural route of return took me through a field, gated at both ends.

Towards the centre of it, I began to notice the terrain becoming increasingly waterlogged. I was also aware of some rather strange looking plants poking out of the turgid pools.

Bog plants! But, because I was half way across at this point I decided to continue.

The water became deeper and the plants were tangling around my legs. I was up to my thighs in stagnant water and wondered if it might get even deeper, with the possibility of a sudden plunge? I was walking alone and the people in the cars on the main road between Keswick and Ambleside were too far away to even see me. With my heart beating out of my chest I continued - and to my relief the land eventually started to rise.

Back in the car I sat on some carrier bags and drove home. I met my wife at the back door. “What’s that smell?” she asked.

“I’m afraid it’s me” I confessed. I stripped by the washing machine. I flung my boots in the bin, never wishing to wear them again and the wash cycle went through twice.

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Something really cool to do for New Year…

If you’re feeling particularly bonkers as the New Year approaches, then let it all out on New Year’s Eve and take part in Whitehaven’s annual dip in the harbour.

You must be 16 years or older to take part and under 16s are allowed to spectate and support the deeply dippy dippers.

Each year our harbour side fills with people eager to watch a group of Whitehaven’s bravest characters take to the Irish Sea. In the past we have seen several Santa’s, the odd batman and a few Wizard of Oz type Tin Men together with a wide variety of other well-known wacky characters.

The event doesn’t only entertain the spectators, as the crazy participants shiver and shudder in the water to the amusement of everyone watching; it’s all for a very good cause. The whole event has been created by the Golden Sands Polar Bear Club, and insane people who want to take part can raise money for whatever charity they choose.

The whole idea is to get people doing something crazy, as well as fun, to raise as much money as possible for charities that really need the help.

The event takes place on Thursday December 31. All participants will meet at the Wellington Bistro at 11am and take to the water at 12pm.

So, if you think that you are brave (stupid) enough to take on the Cumbrian waters and raise money for a good cause of your choice, then check out the Facebook page: Golden Sands Polar Bear Club.

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Brayton Domain

BRAYTON DOMAIN

By Pamela Telford

The village of Aspatria stands at the northern end of the West Cumberland Coalfield and there have been mines in the area since the 16th century.

The opening of the Maryport and Carlisle Railway, in 1842, led to a rapid expansion of the industry.

John Harris of Greysouthern began coalmining in the Aspatria District when he sank a pit at Plumbland in 1822 in a royalty belonging to Sir Wilfred Lawson of Brayton Hall, and in 1850 he began the Brayton Domain Colliery.

All of these pits worked the Yard Band (4 - 5ft of good coal) to exhaustion. No1 was sunk in 1850 to a depth of 132ft and No2 was sunk to a depth of 333ft, these pits worked for 20 years.

Further royalties were then leased from Sir Wilfred Brayton and Lord Leconfield and No3 pit was sunk to 538ft in 1868, later abandoned in 1902 after working 1square mile of Yard Band Coal.

No4 (Wellington Pit) was sunk in 1888 to a depth of 562ft and worked 2square miles of Yard Band coal before abandonment in 1933.

The final Brayton Domain Pit sunk was No5 to a depth of 1032ft in 1907 which was abandoned in 1942.

The Brayton Domain Collieries sank five different pits around the town at various times but there were also mines near Mealsgate, Baggrow and Fletchertown. Â In 1902, a new mine was sunk at Oughterside.

The last pit in the town, Brayton Domain No.5, which at its peak employed 1,060 people, closed in 1942.

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The worst recorded disaster to occur at the Brayton Domain Colliers occurred on April 26 1915 with an explosion of firedamp which claimed seven lives. The explosion occurred at about 11 a.m., in a district of the Yard Band Seam of the Brayton Domain (No.4) Colliery.

The inquest into the deaths concluded “Death was caused by burning from the explosion”.

On the day of the accident the district had been inspected twice by the deputy. Fortunately only eight men were at work — six hewers, a putter and a shot-firer.

Lightfoot, Robert, aged 20, died Wednesday, 28 April 1915, address: 36 Harriston, Aspatria

A 4yrd lift was being taken off a pillar, and the coal at the face of the lift was undercut. Into this thin rib a slightly rising shot-hole was drilled until it penetrated the roof. This was a most likely place for gas to accumulate.

It was gathered from the only survivor that a charge of gelignite explosive was fired in this shot-hole, and immediately there was an explosion in the old bord which communicated with the goaf adjoining it. All the seven men died within the next few weeks as the result of severe burns.

Birney, Thomas, aged 64, died Sunday, 2 May 1915, address: 16 Harriston, Aspatria

Little, Thomas Herbert, aged 29, died Monday, 3 April 1915, address: 8 Spingkell, Aspatria Rayson, Paul, aged 25, died Monday, 3 May 1915, address: 36 Harriston, Aspatria Rumney, Joseph, aged 51, Deputy and Shot Firer, died 5 June 1915, address: 108 Harriston, Aspatria Wilkinson, Henry, aged 32, died Thursday, 29 April 1915, son of James, address: 71 Lawson Street, Aspatria Wilkinson, James, aged 59, died Friday, 21 May 1915, father of Henry, address: 71 Lawson Street, Aspatria The Whitehaven Guide

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Main Course

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The weird and wonderful world of

alternative

Pet remedies

By Wayne Southwell

With people in the UK now spending more than ever on their dog’s health there’s no end to the amount of new businesses cashing in on poochy pampering.

One of the most interesting therapies I’ve come across in the last couple of years is Reiki for dogs. Reiki is a Japanese word meaning Universal Energy. The basic principal being that the Reiki practitioner uses the energy in and around them to heal your pet. The energy is said to be a universal healer that can help with injuries that are both physical and mental.

Dog massage has been used to help dogs with mobility and joint problems for a long time but it seems to be more popular than ever. Massage is also thought to help you connect with your dog as well as helping them get used to being handled which makes visits to the vets and groomers a much easier affair. Even Yoga has managed to make it into the canine world with specialist “Doga” classes now available.

Hydrotherapy for dogs - swimming is great for mobility problems/arthritis and overweight dogs.

Acupuncture – Arthritis is one of the most commonly treated conditions by acupuncture but it can also help with skin problems and heart conditions.

It seems that just about any therapy that is available for you and me is now available for your pets. Alternative therapy is just one side of the coin though with alternative medicine being on the other side.

Just like the therapies many of the holistic approaches are similar to the alternatives available for people.

Fleas are a big nuisance and bug bear for any dog or cat owner with many people complaining that the vet and shop bought treatment just don’t work.

Well the good news is that there are alternatives that can be used. Fleas don’t like lavender or lemon, so try putting some drops of these on your pets collar and have a couple of lavender plants about the house. No fleas will be killed but they’ll hopefully be residing elsewhere in future.

Many dogs and cats have skin problems that can be avoided.

Quite often they are food related (red meat for a dog is a big factor in this). A good solution to help with itchy flaky skin is to rub your pet with a vinegar solution. Make up a solution that’s half cider apple vinegar and half water in a spray bottle then simply spray it onto the affected skin (if there are any open wounds avoid these as it would sting).

There are lots of alternative therapies and medicines out there for your pets, some are questionable on their effectiveness but a lot of people swear by them and hey, why not give some a go, you may just give your pet a healthier, longer life through doing so.

Always seek advice from your vet before changing any treatment plan

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New Year, New If, on new years day, you find yourself dreading going back to work you could be ready for a new career. New Year isn’t just about loosing weight or giving something up it’s the perfect opportunity for a fresh start.

If you’re thinking of starting your own business and want some help Ways into Sucessful Enteprise (WISE) can help.

The WISE team can help you suss out if self employment is right for you and point you down the road to success.

Nine steps to becoming self employed as a sole trader: 1.Consider your skills, experience or qualifications to develop what you are good at or enjoy into your own business.

2.Write down the products or services you can offer.

3.Work out if you need premises, can offer a mobile service or sell online.

4.Do market research to find out who will be your customers and who will be your competition.

5.Determine if your business will be viable, profitable and have potential for growth.

6.Seek support from others.

7.Find out how to set up and operate properly.

8.Set a timescale to do your preparation before starting up.

9.Write a business plan.

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Thinking about becoming self-employed or starting your own business?

Ways Into Successful Enterprise (WISE) has already assisted hundreds of people from West Cumbria to achieved their goals.

Do you have a good business idea?

Had a dream for a while of running your own business?

Want to earn income around family commitments?

Want to know more about what you need to do when becoming self employed?

To find out more about our free and confidential service, different types of business ideas, and what other support is available, including business training and grant funding, please contact one of our team.

We work with all ages and employment status, throughout West Cumbria.

For further details contact: Anne Cunningham 1st Floor, The Pottery, 14 Market Place Whitehaven, CA28 7JB Tel: 01946 62049 Mob: 07793 916260 Email: anne.cunningham@edw.org.uk This project is funded by: Britain’s Energy Coast Cumbria and Allerdale Borough Council

Do you want to find out what information and support is available?

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Alison Marrs - Wigton The Links Community Office, Market Hall, Church Street, Wigton, CA7 9AA Tel: 01900 702969 Mob: 07920 849707 Email: alison.marrs@edw.org.uk Jacqui Foster - Workington The Oval Centre, Salterbeck Drive, Workington, CA14 5HA Tel: 01946 834321 Mob: 07500 093536 Email: jacqui.foster@edw.org.uk Anne Cunningham - Whitehaven 1st Floor, The Pottery, 14 Market Place, Whitehaven, CA28 7JB Tel: 01946 62049 Mob: 07793 916260 Email: anne.cunningham@edw.org.uk Isobel Terry - Cleator Moor Unit 1a, Phoenix Court, Cragg Road, Cleator Moor, CA25 5PP Tel: 01946 328331 Mob: 07500 093535 Email: isobel.terry@edw.org.uk

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Guide to Conferences West Cumbria may not be under consideration as the destination for the Northern Powerhouse but it is teaming with growing enterprise and it has the conference facilities to match. Whether it’s team-building, training courses, meetings or presentations West Cumbria has a whole host of conference facilities available.

Budget You don’t need a five star hotel for a quality conference service so keep your options open. The majority of venues offer packages for big and small conferences but consider the budget before you start looking at venues. Establish a realistic budget and stick to it, you don’t want to fork out hundreds of pounds unnecessarily.

Accessibility West Cumbria may be teaming with enterprise but it’s a vast area so consider the location of the venue and its proximity to the majority of delegates.

Most venues will have their own car park but it is wise to check it out and consider whether there is sufficient space for your delegates.

Technology Most conference facilities offer free wi-fi, projectors, screens, UBS ports, telephone conference facilities, smart boards, pens and paper and disabled access. It’s particularly important to check their availability.

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Catering Conference packages often include lunch and refreshments but don’t underestimate the importance of good food.

There is nothing worse than being hungry during a conference only to discover a less than satisfactory lunch, avoid disappointment by reading reviews and looking at what’s included. As well as considering any dietary requirements delegates may have.

Location Whether it’s the grounds of a hotel or a view of fells, West Cumbria is a prime location in terms of scenery, the majority of conference facilities have somewhere for delegates to get some fresh air and stretch their legs while taking in the stunning views and letting it all sink in.

“The perfect venue for your next business meeting or conference�

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Dalston Pharmacy

Dalston Pharmacy Ensuring your staff are safe Drug testing within the work place has become more popular over the last five years. Ensuring all of your staff are working with a safe state of mind is extremely important.

Dalston Pharmacy is one of a few Cumbrian companies to offer this service.

Working in conjunction with the organisation BioClinics, Dalston Pharmacy offer a range of sample tests, the most popular being urine drug testing.

The National Council on Alcohol and Drug Dependence (NCADD) reported that the risks that come with being intoxicated while at work include serious accidents, extra sick leave, loss of production and loss of efficiency.

Mark Stakim, manager of Dalston Pharmacy said: “We highly recommend having staff drug tested, especially when working in potentially dangerous environments and with Cumbria being popular with engineering and steel works I think it’s beneficial for employers to consider sending their staff for testing. It’s a small price to prevent potentially fatal risks.”

Urine test’s start from £125 and benefit any company that wants to guarantee the best from their staff.

Dalston Pharmacy also offer testing for relationship DNA, Weight Loss DNA and Abstinence.

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Are you a contractor, freelancer, independent consultant or interim?

Our limited company service might be the perfect choice for you.

We can handle all your accountancy needs, including: • Annual Accounts • Bookkeeping • Business Taxation • Company Formations • Expenses

• Invoicing • IR35 Reviews • Payroll • VAT & PAYE Calculations • More!

In addition, you’ll have access to your own dedicated account manager and as much email or telephone support as you need.

Getting started is simple, just give us a call for free on 0808 163 5322 or email hello@simplyco.co.uk for more information.

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Celebrating Local Success on a National Scale

Celebrating Local Success on a National Scale

By Yasmin Hailes

‘Team English’ at West Lakes Academy in Egremont has been awarded ‘Outstanding School Team of the Year’ at the 2015 Pearson National Teaching Awards.

The annual event, which was hosted in The Royal Opera House, London, celebrates well deserving teachers and their teaching abilities.

Head of English at West Lakes, Melissa Relph said: “We are over the moon to receive an award for a job we love doing.”

“It really is a huge testament for all of our hard work as a department. It was all for our kids.”

West Lakes’ English team beat off competition from all over the UK to win a gold award which was presented by Eastenders star Richard Blackwood.

West Lakes’ Principal, Vanessa Ray nominated the team for the award, in her nomination statement Mrs. Ray wrote: “The English team at West Lakes Academy care deeply about each and every student that studies English.”

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communicators. They make each and every student believe they can achieve, and they do!”

This is evident by the their unconventional and entertaining lesson plans like Dicken’s Day, where staff and English prefects dressed up as characters to recreate Dickens’ much loved novel ‘Great Expectations’, they led a range of activities for younger students to participate in, to further their knowledge of the novel, in a creative and enjoyable way.

The English Department work with other schools in West Cumbria, and other teachers within the Academy to share ideas and different schemes of work. Miss. Relph said: “It has been a real milestone to move forward with what we love doing. We love working with other schools and sharing practice. We don’t want to act like we know it all, because we don’t, we are constantly learning from others around us.”

It is obvious how much pride this award has brought to the school and local community, Mrs. Ray said: “I am absolutely thrilled for the team, they have had a fantastic year and truly deserve this award. We are all incredibly proud of them.”

Miss Relph concluded: “Our goal is to continue to raise and improve attainment. We want as many sixth formers to further their studies in the subject and ultimately continue to make children love English.”

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YOUR UNIVERSITY IN THE HEART OF YOUR COMMUNITY CALL 01228 616234 VISIT www.cumbria.ac.uk

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t’s difficult to really appreciate how beautiful our area is unless you’ve seen the breathtaking views from above.

As helicopter isn’t a viable option for the majority of us, one start-up company has taken to Cumbrian skies to show you the lakes, fells and the coastline as you’ve never seen them before.

Amazing footage of Cumbria has been taken by Adam Pearson from Adamedia Ltd, Ariel Filming. Adam used drones to collect the bird eye footage.

Drones are essentially a flying robot and can be remotely controlled or can fly autonomously through softwarecontrolled flight plans embedded in their systems working with GPS. Adam, who is just 20, established Adamedia LTD in May this year with his business partner Keith Pearson. Adam said: “I’ve always had a strong interest in film and video production, and knew that by using a drone for both creative and functional aerial photography I would be able to offer a complete filming package.”

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There are rigorous rules and regulations to follow in order to legally and safely fly drones but it took just five months to master the equipment, train and pass theory and flight exams, and qualify as UAV pilots with CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) approval. Adam said: “It was well worth the effort as we are now fully insured for commercial operations.”

The aerial work combined with the ground based videography and photography, Adamedia already offer gives this young company a new dimension. Adam said: “I particularly like creative filming and enjoy working on promotional videos where the addition of aerial footage has given me the freedom to bring the film to life. It’s great to see things from a completely different perspective and our clients love to see their property, hotel, golf course, wedding or sporting event – as filmed from above.”

There’s also a practical aspect to aerial filming, Adam explained: “It’s also brilliant for inspection purposes – whether it’s to see the condition of a chimney stack, high building or land management surveying – it can do away with the need for scaffold, cranes or helicopters.”

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Capturing footage is just one element in a lengthy process of creating a video; it has to be reviewed, edited and synced to music but Adam said: “I actually really enjoy the editing process. I think of it like composing – combining all the necessary elements into one final piece. I’m really excited about some interesting projects we have in the coming months.”

With a young entrepreneur who’s enthusiastic about filming Adamedia Ltd is certainly on its way up.

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Wildlife of The Solway Firth Number 39 Kelp Laminaria sp By Mark Vollers

In previous articles we have looked at some of the fish and invertebrates that are found in the Solway Firth, but plants are also an essential part of the ecosystem, not just at the microscopic plankton level but in the form of highly visible large algae (seaweeds).

and permanent homes for numerous Wrasse species. Sea Urchins browse on the fronds and their root-like holdfasts provide nooks and crannies for a bewildering variety of crabs and worms. Dogfish tie their egg cases to the stems (called stipes) and so do Cuttlefish.

The initial impression of the Solway could be of a vast sandy basin, but there are plenty of reefs too. These allow seaweeds like Kelp to gain a foothold from the low tide mark down to about 8 metres, where clear water allows more light penetration.

The fronds provide a base for smaller algae and invertebrate species that in turn are a food source for others.

There are about five species of Kelp, some with fronds up to two metres long that can form quite dense and beautiful forests where conditions allow.

Divers can observe for themselves the huge increase in biodiversity this allows, with shelter for young Pollack and Cod

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When Kelp becomes detached in quantity it can be harvested by man as an excellent soil fertiliser or sold to pharmaceutical companies for incorporation in numerous popular products.

Kelp plants that break away from reefs still attached to stones drift with the currents and can over time build huge banks of cobbles where they finally strand and decompose. www.coastaquarium.co.uk

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Barrow-in-Furness - Whitehaven - Carlisle Mondays to Fridays Barrow-in-Furness Askam Millom Ravenglass Seascale Sellafield St. Bees Whitehaven 0624 Workington 0642 Maryport 0650 Wigton 0711 Carlisle 0733

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No Sunday service between Barrow-in-Furness and Whitehaven.

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Attractions Haig Mining Museum Muncaster Castle Ravenglass & Eskdale Railway The Beacon The Rum Story Florence Art Centre

01946 599 949 01229 717 614 01229 717 171 01946 592 302 01946 592 933 01946 824946

Council & other services Egremont Library Copeland Council (enquiries) Copeland Council (out of hours emergency) Cumbria County Council Whitehaven Credit Union Whitehaven Library

01946 820 464 0845 054 8600 01946 815 500 0800 121 8800 01946 667 55 01946 506 400

Emergency services Police/Fire/Ambulance Emergency Non-emergency Police

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Medical & Support Services Careline Cumbria Health on Call (CHOC) Lowther Medical Centre Mansion House NHS Direct OutREACH Cumbria LGBT Helpline Proudfoot and Rudman Queen Street Medical Surgery Sydney and Partners Whitehaven Medical Centrew West Cumberland Hospital

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Miscellaneous Citizens’ Advice Bureau W. Fare Ltd Pharmacy

01946 693 321 01946 692 978

Cumbria County Council Cumbria Health on Call 0800 121 8800 111 The Whitehaven Guide

If you would like your service listed here please call: 01946 816 719

Sports Grounds & centres Whitehaven Cricket Ground Whitehaven Recreation Ground Whitehaven Sports Centre

01946 695 441 01946 328 088 01946 695 666

Swimming Pools Egremont Swimming Pool Hensingham Swimming Pool

01946 821 038 01946 696 049

Taxis Downton Travel Stirling Taxis

0800 118 2891 01946 823000

Theatres & cinema Carnegie Theatre Kirkgate Theatre Plaza Cinema Rosehill Theatre Theatre by the Lake The Wave

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Tourist information Egremont

01946 820 693

Travel & weather Bus Timetables Lake District Weather Service Train Timetables

0871 200 22 33 0844 846 2444 08457 48 49 50

Vets Galemire (Cleator Moor) Millcroft (Egremont) West Lakeland Veterinary Group (Egremont) West Lakeland Veterinary Group (Whitehaven)

Lake District Weather 0844 846 2444

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