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Here we are, bang in the middle of July and well, we haven’t seen much of the sunshine yet. But that isn’t dampening our moods here at The Guide headquarters; there are so many great events planned over the coming months that we can’t help but smile.

Some of the world’s top cyclists will be pedalling through a few of our much loved towns including Keswick and Cockermouth, as the Tour of Britain makes a return to Cumbria. Maryport Blues Festival will be playing host to a number of wonderful artists including Elkie Brooks, and Go to the Show is back will all the information you need to have a proper Cumbrian day out at one of the agricultural shows taking place over the summer.

King of the jungle, Carl Fogarty has been chatting with us ahead of his gig, An Evening with Carl Fogarty at the Solway Hall in early September – expect some big laughs.

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We also have some lovely features for you in this edition of the Guide, including the 180th birthday celebration of one of the oldest businesses in Cockermouth as well as a Maryport man’s fight to make it to the 2016 Paralympic games in Brazil.

And that’s not all… We have also compiled a list of child and wallet friendly activities to keep you all going during the school holidays.

So whatever you get up to over the summer months, we hope you all have a brilliant time.

Enjoy…

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1 6 0 Ye a r s O f J . B . B a n k s

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Heroes Of Cumbrian Wa t e r s

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L e t ’s G o To T h e S h o w

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Bridget Foster Investigates

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Moss Bay Arts

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Kitchen Re-Porter

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A History Of Afternoon Te s

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MOTOR I N G AN D SPORT 40

Simon Lawson

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Carl Fogarty

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Maryport Blues Festival

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Milecastle 66

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Peek into the Past at

J.B. Banks & Son Stepping inside J.B Banks & Son, you are instantly transported back in time to 1836. Now celebrating its 180th birthday, owner Vanessa Graham is proud of the traditional hardware shop that stands exactly where it did when it opened its doors all those years ago.

Stocking a wide range of, well, everything you could ever need in your home, J.B Banks in Market Place, Cockermouth is no stranger to offering its customers quality products and service.

Storing nails and other small items in the magnificent original 173 drawers behind the mahogany counter, the shop’s interior offers a virtual tour of the past.

Along with the vast timeline of treasures waiting to be discovered, the shop is made up of a tight-knit team who all muck in when times get tough. Owner, Vanessa Graham is the third generation to run the shop, which was started by John Banks back in 1836, his son John Brown Banks was followed by Vanessa’s grandfather Wilfred Jackson in 1902, her father, Wilfred (Jack) Jackson in 1942, with Vanessa taking over the running of the firm in 1985.

“It’s a wonderful shop and it’s all about the customers...”

Fast forward to 2016 and inside J.B Banks & Son, you’ll find Vanessa, her right hand man, Ken Day, a skilled locksmith who has been a part of the team since he was a young boy, as well as Vanessa’s daughter, Sarah who joined in 2014, Carole who has been helping customers since 1984, and Jenny who was welcomed on board back in 2002.

Vanessa said: “It’s a wonderful shop and it’s all about the customers and selling people what they really want and need rather than what we think they should have. When someone comes in and says they are doing a job, and they need an item that they don’t really know the name of, we can usually work out what they are looking for. We are also very good at directing customers to where they can find what they need in the town if we can’t help; so people come in for advice too, which is freely given.”

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A visit to the shop really is like stepping back in time –and even more so, with the introduction of the two storey Heritage museum which opened in 2011. Nestled at the very back of the shop is a door that leads you straight into a history lesson.

Adorning the stair case which takes you to a room jampacked with vintage memorabilia is an impressive selection of locks and keys from Tudor to present day. Each turn reveals another interesting artefact to inspect; typewriters, school desks from Cockermouth Grammar school, blow lamps and tools for crimping, rolling and bending tin – looking around you wouldn’t think you were still inside a hardware shop, and it is no surprise that the museum has earned its Trip Advisor Certificate of Excellence.

Vanessa said: “We decided to open the museum to allow people to take a peek into the past. People would come into the shop and think that it was a museum, so we thought why not? If you hadn’t been in before, you wouldn’t know it was there.

“A lot of the bits we go out and search for and then Ken will refurbish them. People also bring items in to us. We have all sorts of people coming in. We have locals, we have visitors and we have people who just happen upon us.

One man who came across us said: ‘It beats following the wife round clothes shopping’. We get lots of lovely reviews from all kinds of people, young and old.”

Despite suffering a few knock backs in the form of flooding in 2009 and again in 2015, the five-strong team don’t let anything keep them down for long. Following the 2009 floods, Vanessa and her team had the shop back open for business within eight weeks.

The museum is open Monday – Saturday 9.30 – 4pm.

Admission is free of charge – although, in order for the museum to stay open, donations are gratefully received.

Birthday Celebration Events: 15% OFF PURCHASES OVER £5 ALL OF SEPTEMBER SATURDAY 10 SEPTEMBER – HERITAGE OPEN DAY WITH CIVIC TRUST GUIDE (normally museum is self – guiding) WEDNESDAY 21 SEPTEMBER – COFFEE MORNING supporting Cockermouth Mountain Rescue Team & Great North Air Ambulance T h e Wo r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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The Heroes of Cumbrian Waters Saving lives at sea is what hundreds of ordinary men and women at the Royal National Lifeboat Institution do without question on a daily basis.

On call for 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, these are the people who put their lives on the line to try and save complete strangers. Our Editor, Rachel Flynn chatted with members of the Workington RNLI to find out about the selfless work they take on.

No one has forgotten the torrential rain that destroyed thousands of Cumbrian homes and businesses across the county shortly before Christmas. In December last year, members of the Workington RNLI prepared for a night of unforeseeable circumstances.

Following a quick lesson in flood rescue, volunteers began wading through the dangerous flood water across Cumbria.

Workington RNLI’s lifeboat operations manager, Tim Chittenden, said: “About 16 crew members reported to the lifeboat station on the night of the floods before being briefed by the one of our crew members, Graeme Lawson who was actually trained in RNLI flood rescue as part of the northern team.

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Tim continued: “After being told that the situation in Cockermouth was generating fast, they went up to the Gote Road area where they operated in conjunction with the Maryport inshore rescue and the coastguard and they searched about 100 houses, rescued more than 35 people and half a dozen animals, and helped to safety more than 70 people who needed evacuation.

“They got there about six in the evening and remained there until after midnight. It was very powerful water, the water level was between waist and chest height in most places so they were quite busy.”

Since the RNLI was founded in 1824, lifeboat crews and lifeguards have saved at least 140,000 lives; on average rescuing 22 people a day. Volunteers make up 95 per cent of the charity, with 4,600 volunteer lifeboat crew members and 3,000 volunteer shore crew.

Tim added: “The RNLI are so important, they volunteer to save lives at sea. Every year they save around 400 people from drowning but, sadly about 170 people a year still get drowned at sea, although we now have strategies in place to try and half that number over the next few years. I think that sort of success rate justifies the effort that we put into it.

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“For me the best part about working for the RNLI is working with keen, motivated enthusiastic volunteers who all put their personal time aside to provide a very important service.”

It’s now our time to give back to the RNLI and thank them for the amazing work they do every day.

Next year, Workington’s current all-weather Tyne class lifeboat Sir John Fisher will retire after almost 15 years. Set to be replaced by the newest member of the RNLI fleet, a Shannon class lifeboat, the team are appealing for donations to help them raise the remaining £150,000. The total cost of the Shannon class lifeboat is £2m.

RNLI Coxswain John said: “We’ll really miss our Tyne class lifeboat when she goes, as she has served us proudly since 1992. Naturally though, we’re excited about receiving a Shannon, whose advanced technology means we’ll be able to reach people a lot more quickly and further off shore.”

“We’re incredibly grateful that our new lifeboat has already been part-funded by a generous legacy from the late Mrs Dorothy May White and a substantial donation from the Sir John Fisher Foundation.* However, we still need to raise the remaining £150,000 to turn the lifesaving vessel into a reality.”

Volunteers at the RNLI are not just dedicated to saving lives at sea; they also patrol more than 200 UK and Channel Island beaches and educate 494,000 children on the dangers of the water. When we need them, we really need them and the hard work each and every one of the volunteers puts in to make sure we are safe at sea should never go unnoticed.

To see the volunteers at the Workington RNLI in action, tune into BBC 1’s four part documentary series, Saving Lives At Sea. The RNLI relies on public donations and legacies to maintain its rescue service. To donate, please visit www.rnli.org, text RNLI WORKINGTON to 70300 to donate £5 or donations can also be made via Just Giving at: http://campaign.justgiving.com/ charity/rnli/workingtonshannonlifeboatappeal.

Pictures courtesy of Mark Regan

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Catering to Keswicks’ Senses

Plans to create a sensory garden in a commnity park in Keswick are coming to an end.

The project, designed for the benefit of the town’s elderly and disabled residents is nearing completion in the town after four years.

The idea for the new garden in Fitz Park was brought forward after it was decided that the town lacked facilities for the elderly and those living with a disability. The plans for the garden were put forward by Friends of Keswick Parks.

The idea is to bring mountain features to the town, to be enjoyed by people who cannot get on to the fells.

Group member, Elizabeth Barraclough said: “We wanted to develop the Sensory Garden to provide an area where sights and feel, sound and scents could be enjoyed by everyone but particularly people of all ages with disabilities.”

“Keswick and the surrounding area is well endowed with facilities for the young and active but for the elderly and anyone with a disability there is nothing geared to their needs or to make them feel part of the community.”

The work on the ambitious project began in May, and although the foundations of the sensory garden will be finished this month, planting will continue over the coming years.

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The garden is set to feature scented and textured plants, a tapestry hedge, rockeries, climbing plants grown over arches, bulbs and evergreen shrubs.

The majority of the maintenance of the rockeries, the planting in raised beds and the training and pruning of the climbers in the arched walkways will be maintained by the Friends of Keswick Parks.

The newly designed garden will also feature a stone-faced concrete sheepfold, with a rendered concrete raised bed, a cairn incorporating a stone seat, and hedging within the south-east wall will be planted. Extra paths will be created for wheelchair access.

Elizabeth added: “We hope the garden will provide a space where elderly and less able residents will be able to come and appreciate the ambience of the garden and find a quiet place to sit. The ‘sheepfold’ is designed to let wheelchair users and their companions sit side by side.

It is a relief to have got so far, but we still have all the planting to do and choosing the right plants is very important.”

Friends of Keswick Parks’ is a small group set up four years ago to provide practical help in the Parks.

The “Go Herdwick”

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Project Enters its Next Phase!

Running all the way through the summer until Sunday September 4th 2016, Go Herdwick is a sheep-inspired public art trail in aid of the Calvert Trust’s 40th anniversary fundraising campaign.

60 full size decorated ewes were already out on the trail generating a huge amount of interest, before being joined by 48 lambs at the end of May. When the trail finishes, all 108 lambs and ewes will be rounded up and taken to Rheged, where between 22 and 28 September they will be in residence for a mass public viewing.

After leaving Rheged, the whole flock will then be taken to the Low Wood Bay Hotel, where with the kind assistance of H&H Group Auctioneers, they will all be sold at a Grand Gala Auction on the October 8.

To register your interest for tickets (or to register your interest in bidding online) go to www.goherdwick.co.uk/ the-auction Tickets are £60 per person and includes a three course meal with drinks – and of course the option to buy a ‘ewe’-nique piece of art as a permanent memento of the Go Herdwick trail for your home or business, all in support of a great cause!

The whole Go Herdwick project is organised by the Lake District Calvert Trust, a residential outdoor centre with over 40 years of experience in delivering challenging outdoor adventure holidays for people with disabilities.

All the money raised from the project is going towards the redevelopment of their historic tithe barn in Keswick into a specialist rehabilitation centre for those with acquired brain injury.

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July 30th

Our local agricultural shows are a time tested tradition and have been providing fun filled family atmospheres for over a hundred years. The Guide Magazine takes a look at some of the Summer shows playing an integral part in this year’s rural community calendar.

Cockermouth Show Bubble football, a meerkat display and keeping in with tradition, Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling will make for an action packed day out at the Cockermouth and District Agricultural Show.

From 9am on Saturday July 30, the main show ring will be buzzing as visitors don their wellington boots, and organisers, competitors and traders get ready for a complete day of traditional Cumbrian activities.

As with any Cumbrian show, the ancient and well-practised tradition of Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling will be one of the day’s attractions as well as the Grand Parade which will take place at around 2pm.

Park and Ride will be available from Lakeland Livestock Centre to the show field with a free bus running all day from 10am. A Shuttle bus service is also available from Cockermouth Main Street to the show field from 10am.

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Ennerdale Show

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The Ennerdale Show is one of our long standing country fairs and it’s set to return this summer on Wednesday August 31 for its 109th year.

The traditional show takes place on the western edge of the Lake District National Park. Although the show is in a rural location it is easily accessible and benefits from a good location only a mile from the shore of Ennerdale Water and the wild Ennerdale Valley.

There is much to look forward to with a variety of traditional sports and past times of the area, such as sheep and cattle shows, equestrian events, dog demonstrations and poultry shows. Hound trailing is still well supported in West Cumbria, with four races throughout the afternoon; you can have a flutter with the local bookmakers who will be on the field.

There will be some fabulous vintage machinery on display and, of course, no local agricultural show would be complete without Cumberland and Westmorland wrestling which anyone can have a go at.

You can stay refreshed with a taste of locally brewed ale, wholesome Cumbrian food and ice cream.

There’s something for the whole family whether it’s getting involved in some sporting activities, browsing the stalls or watching demonstrations.

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Borrowdale Show

Back for another year in the heart of the Cumbrian hills is the Borrowdale Shepherds Meet.

Set to be held on Sunday September 18, at Yew Tree Farm, Rosthwaite in Borrowdale, this year’s event is set to be a big hit with locals and visitors alike.

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Loweswater Show

The 140th Loweswater Show is to be held in the stunning Lorton Valley on Sunday September 4.

Overlooking the rolling countryside, this popular show will welcome hundreds of visitors for another year of family fun and country celebrations.

There is plenty on the agenda, including the Herdwick and Swaledale Sheep Show, sheep dog trials, stick show, traditional crafts and stalls, as well as a children’s pet show and under 11’s sports. The Pencil Museum is also putting on a children’s art workshop.

Visitors can even try their hand at Herdwick hand clipping, and not forgetting the Cumberland and Westmorland Wrestling which, anyone can have a go at as it does not require any great skill or ability.

The show also includes catering, serving items such as soups, hog roast, cakes, ice cream and a bar to keep you refreshed throughout the day.

Horse and pony classes, sheep and poultry judging as well as a hound trail, and Cumbrian and Westmorland wrestling are just a small handful of the day’s activities. As usual, there will be the food and crafts tents showcasing the best of jam, cakes, meats and pastries along with an interesting ferret display delivered by the Ferretworld Roadshow.

Loweswater show offers something for the whole family to enjoy with games and activities to keep children amused and a beer tent for adults to relax in and enjoy the show.

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Can Zebras Climb Mountains?.....

Yes They Can! You can still donate to support EDS UK via JustGiving.com/fundraising/ CanZebras Climb Mountains.

In May this year our editor, Danni Murphy decided to tackle England’s highest mountain with a group of friends for charity. She struggled, laughed and very nearly cried but the group made it to the top. Danni now wants to share how she did it and reassure anybody that thinks they can’t that they most certainly can!

“I should really do it, challenge myself ” - these were my thoughts two months before I decided to sign myself up to climbing Scafell Pike with a group of friends for the EDS UK charity. I have lived in Cumbria all my life and although I have grown up surrounded by these fells and mountains, I had yet to climb any of them.

I knew it was something I had to do, but when I had been asked to go fell walking in the past, I had the same dread that most unfit people have, “I can’t possibly do that, it will kill me!” As the weeks drew nearer, Jo Haigh and Indra Cooper, the two instigators of the walk would discuss our crazy idea and laugh about how we were ever going to do it.

“I would recommend everybody give it a go”

Scafell Pike is the highest mountain in England, so obviously it was a daunting thought, but it was for charity and more importantly Jo Haigh, who suffers with EDS herself was determined that she was going to make it, which was truly inspiring; enough to make me sign up!

For a long time I was apprehensive and often thought I wouldn’t really end up doing it. However when the day came and I walked into Jo’s house and saw her strapped up so she didn’t dislocate and looking a little bit like something from a scary movie, I knew I couldn’t let her down (and she did look pretty funny!)

When you tell people you’re climbing Scafell Pike, especially if you’re like me (a little on the pudgy side) people will do one of two things.They will either tell you it’s a doddle, a walk in the park and you’ll be fine or they’ll give you that look that says well you better get training because it’s going to be hard.

I found it was in between both, there were times when I had to stop every five minutes and thought I can’t go any further and then there were bits of the walk that I was singing and prancing around, looking like a bit of a fool.

However, despite the heat, sweat, aching legs and several slips and trips we made it to the top in one piece and I can truly say it was the best feeling in the world. I stood on top of Scafel looking out across my home county in the most fantastic weather and just paused for a moment.

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People have always told me that when you get to the top of a mountain you forget about the effort it took to get there and it is true. The views were unimaginable, the legendary fells and rolling hills, I felt like I was in a fantasy novel, I half expected to see a dragon or two!

My journey up Scafell Pike was amazing, it took us four hours to get to the top which is pretty amazing considering most of us were inexperienced walkers and one of us had a disability. The views made it all worthwhile, and I can honestly say, there is nothing more rewarding than getting back to the bottom and having an ice cold beer sat waiting for your return!

I would recommend everybody give it a go, it can be difficult but if you go at your own pace, relax a little, and remember

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5th Sep

Gear up for

the Tour of Britain Some of the world’s top cyclists are set to tackle a gruelling route through a number of Cumbrian towns as the Tour of Britain makes its annual return.

Cycling enthusiasts will line the route of the UK’s biggest professional cycle race with the hope of seeing big names in the world of cycling, such as Chris Froome and Mark Cavendish as they drive through the county.

Stage Two of the tour will begin in Carlisle city centre, heading through the heart of Cumbria and the Lake District and passing through Penrith, Cockermouth, Keswick and Ambleside, before the finish atop the testing 11 percent climb of Beast Banks in Kendal.

Leader of Carlisle City Council, Cllr Colin Glover, said: “We’re delighted to be welcoming back the Tour of Britain this autumn. Cumbria will once again be showcased to a global audience and we’re thrilled to be part of an exciting event that attracts thousands of spectators. We look forward to providing a warm welcome to the Tour of Britain competitors and supporters.

“Carlisle and other parts of Cumbria were badly affected by the December storms and the Tour of Britain will send a clear message that ‘Cumbria is open for business’ and provide a boost to hard hit businesses and communities across the county.”

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The proposed 195-kilometre route includes the climbs of Whinlatter Pass above Derwent Water, averaging 4 percent over its six-kilometre length and the iconic climb of The Struggle, which will be inside the final 30-kilometres of racing, rising from Ambleside to the Kirkstone Pass at an average gradient of 8 percent.

Cllr David Southward, Cabinet Member for Economic Development at Cumbria County Council, said: “We’re delighted that the Tour is coming back to Cumbria. It’s one of the country’s premier sporting events and I hope this announcement underlines that Cumbria is very much ‘open for business’ following December’s floods.

“This year’s stage will doubtless provide an exciting sporting spectacle and showcase the best of Cumbria’s communities and landscape. The economic boost it brings the county is significant, with the 2015 race generating a net economic benefit of £3.4m we hope the 2016 edition will have a similar impact.”

The last time the race was held in Cumbria was in 2013, when it started in Carlisle and finished in Kendal after passing through Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Frizington and the heart of the Lake District, including the packed crowds of Honister Pass.

That stage was described by commentators as the ‘best ever’ stage of the race and generated £4.1m for the local economy.

The Tour Of Britain rolls through Cumbria on the 5th of September. Starting at Carlisle taking in Hesket Newmarket, Cockermouth, Whinlatter Pass, Chestnut Hill (Keswick), Grasmere, The Struggle and ending in Kendal.

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WHAT’S ALL THE BUZZ ABOUT BEES? We all know that familiar buzzing sound that circles our heads during summer, a sound that gets Winnie the Pooh all too excited. Yes, the bees are back.

Whether you love them or hate them, honey bees are one of nature’s most important creatures. Our editor, Danielle Murphy has been along to West Cumbria Bee Keepers to find out about this imperative species.

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after being invited to join them in one of their visits to the bee hives. Obviously, I couldn’t decline; I have always wanted to try my hand at bee keeping so I was very excited about the prospect.

Feeling and looking a little bit like I was getting ready to take part in a sci-fi movie, I was kitted up with the compulsory suit before making my way up to the hives along with the rest of the team.

As we approached the first bee hive I anticipated how the bees would react, with my natural instinct telling me to be cautious in case they stung me, but the protective suit was a welcoming comfort when we got up, close and personal.

As the first comb was pulled out there were, what looked like thousands of bees. They blackened the whole frame before taking off and buzzing around our

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heads clearly a little unhappy, but surprisingly friendly.

One of the fantastic things about bees is their communicative functions. They use pheromones and specific movements to tell other bees where the best pollen is and to warn each other about danger. Another fascinating aspect of bees is how they navigate. They use the sun as a point of reference when finding their way to abundant food areas or making it back to their hives.

Something which has been of growing concern over the last few months is the use of pesticides which are lethal to bees. Chemicals in certain pesticides can cause the bees to lose control of their navigation systems which often leads to them becoming lost which will result in death.

This has been an issue that not only bee keepers have feared, but scientists, farmers and even politicians are becoming aware of just how much an impact a decline in bees could have. Bees contribute up to one third of the human food consumption, making them an important creature in our ecosystem.

West Cumbria Bee Keepers are less honey farmers and more educators. They use their hives to educate children, enthusiasts and other bee keepers. This education is extremely important, and although bees are something many people fear or find ‘creepy’ they actually contribute a lot to our lives! Let’s look after our bees.

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Summer Essentials

Have fun in the sun, but don’t forget to look after your locks!

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By Nelson Brown - www.brownsthestylists.com

Nelson Brown

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We have an abundance of protection for our skin readily available from most high street stores but what about our hair! Well, SPF, is now an ever growing term in hair care, and many inventive bespoke brands, have this essential ingredient built in.

We have an abundance of protection for our skin readily available from most high street stores but what about our hair! Well, SPF, is now an ever growing term in hair care, and many inventive bespoke brands, have this essential ingredient built in.

Our key must have sun care suggestions are Invisible Day & Night Cream by Covent Garden’s dynamic duo Paul Windle and Neil Moodie. This uber modern and super lightweight cream can be used prior to the sun, on wet and dry hair, to give that essential sun care coverage with no weight or oil.

Cream is the word that is deceiving, but it’s suspended in a cream, and in fact this must have product is dry, leaving the hair rejuvenated, fresh, light and pliable.

Our second suggestion, is one for the curly heads out there. Windle and Moodie Curl Enhancer. Packed with essential moisture, and with a plant enzyme that allows curls to hold themselves together, this dream like product allows protection in the sunshine from the harmful rays, a must have for out texture clients.

Fashion Forward Festival Hair -

The February shows at London Fashion Week 2016 This last season for hair at such shows I assisted on, saw a breath of coolness from designers Fyodor Golan, working with a Kurt Cobain, rock and roll hair style, with effortless street texture, grungy and distressed.

Perfect for those festivals or outdoor events for day one, day two and even day three!

A twisted top knott, slicked up, gives detail at the front, with the ends left to hang forward, and the back hair, left organic and unwashed - rock and roll.

Nelson worked back stage assisting Syd Hayes.

The second was the ultra glam, Julien MacDonald, where we made the hair look wispy at the ends and slept in.

These ends were created by braiding away the underneath and sides of the hair to use the top hair only, leaving the edge length see through. Great for that festival summer vibe when the underneath and back needs cleansed and washed.

Backstage head of hair was Syd Hayes, assisted by Nelson brown.

Enjoy the summer!

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High End to High street – Bridget Foster Investigates The Guide Magazine’s Beauty Consultant, Bridget Foster has been on the hunt for the best high street brands; she has made herself the test subject and has reported back.

I’ve been back in Carlisle for five years now and time has flown by. I had the privilege of using premium brands whilst in London and although they are brilliant, they aren’t always affordable. Since writing for the Guide Magazine’s I have found that clients in Cumbria want to use quality products that are also good value.

For this edition I have stepped out of my comfort zone and tried and tested some high street brands. I decided to have a trial week and for seven days I wore a face of only high street brands.

My high street face consisted of: Bourjois Healthy Mix Foundation £9.99 Personally, I only really wear a foundation when I go out so wearing this during the day felt different.

However, I am very impressed with Bourjois as a whole range. Great coverage and hydrating on the skin and a perfect hue that wasn’t too matt or too shiny. It lasted all though my gym sessions and still my skin had a great even finish. A highly recommended foundation. Apply with a brush or sponge.

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Boujois Powder Java Rice Powder £9.99 Launched to celebrate Bourjois 150th birthday. Super fine translucent powder that smooths and disappears on the skin as it sets make up and radiates a subtle glow.

Absolutely stunning and smells ridiculously expensive.

Revlon Concealer £6.99 A nice light weight concealer, best for a normal to oily skin as I think it would flake on a drier skin. Not too heavy but just enough coverage to even and lift skin tone. I personally prefer a thicker concealer as its purpose is to cover.

Revlon Lip Liner blush £6.29 I bought this lip liner about six months ago and it’s still going strong. No need to sharpen, it lasts and holds onto the lip.

Finding a good lip liner is key to keeping your make-up on trend at the minute. With the increase of lip enhancements and perfect pouts on our social media, perfecting a clean pout is essential.

Revlon Ultra HD Matt lipstick £6.99

This lipstick is great. It has a liquid texture that dries matte on the lips with a beautiful vivid colour and gorgeous smell.

I choose a coral shade out of the range ‘Devotion’. It lasted a while and certainly stained my lips. Great as a base with a gloss on top.

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Topshop bronzer in Mohawk lighter/ Saulte Darker £9.00 These warm matte bronzers have little coverage and buildable shades. I thought these were great for contouring and sculpting as well as warming the skin. The Saulte was good for contouring and Mohawk is more for warming the skin.

Topshop Blusher in Dream Phone £7.00 I have used Topshop blushers previously and they have lasted just as long as my premium brands.

Pigmentation is beautiful and brings just enough colour into the skin.

Maxfactor 2000 Calorie Mascara £8.99 I have used this mascara on and off for more than 10 years. It’s still my favourite.

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style. The make-up needs to be able to withstand the shoot but its adaptable and removable. So I keep my premium make up mainly for clients and play with my high-street colours for fashion shoots.

On my most creative shoots I used my premium white foundation and paints but the main feature of the eyebrows were done with a Barry M colour pencil.

So there you have it. Never be embarrassed by what makeup you buy, you’re being clever and sensible and hopefully a bit more creative.

Have a look at my high-street make up look on Facebook.

Competition Time I am looking for readers who would like the chance to win a full make-over and professional photo shoot

To be in with a chance to win, Like and Share my Facebook Page along with the Guide Magazine - a winner will be announced on The Guide’s Facebook pages by September 1.

Maybeline Painting liner £7.99 I have these in all shades. I would say the black could be blacker, and this is a struggle with most black liners but for the price its great and it really lasts.

MUA Brow palette £3.50 I normally use the blonde pencil to shape and sharpen the brow. However, I tried the palette which was great as it had a mirror, applicator and a waxy product to pull hairs into place and set. Great for travelling.

To summarise, high-street make up can certainly match our premium brands. I think the foundation really impressed me. I will always use more premium eyeshadows as the colours are so much stronger and last a lot longer on the eye.

I have a wide range of premium foundations within my kit that I like to mix and match, but for personal use I will definitely look at Boujois again.

For fashion shoots, I have bought Barry M and high street.

During a photo shoot I am on hand to touch up as and when it is needed. The purpose is to create a look and a

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With summer well and truly underway, it’s the time of year that many of us are kicking ourselves because we didn’t hit the gym when we promised ourselves we would.

Xtreme fitness is an extremely friendly gym that offers support to members with all levels of fitness. From nutrition plans to personal training sessions, they can help you get the body and the health you have always wanted.

So, what now? Do we give up and forget the idea until next year? No, we lace up our trainers, squeeze into our gym pants and get our butts on that stepping machine.

As well as personal training and the gym they offer a range of classes catered to different abilities and levels, all of which are discounted once you become a member.

So many people won’t go to the gym because of their confidence. However, almost every gym bunny will tell you that they once felt the same, and now they can’t get enough and that’s because there is so much more to it than just getting fit. Lee Butterworth of Xtreme Fitness, Workington believes getting fit is something anybody can do when they put their mind to it.

Working with a team of highly qualified fitness instructors you could revolutionise the way you feel about exercise and food. The stylish gym, teamed with the highest quality equipment makes Xtreme possibly one of the best in the area.

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Moss Bay Arts is now on hand to inject some sparkle into your special occasions. Ann Holmes, founder of the business is now giving you the opportunity to add something special to accompany your outfit with a beautiful range of body art designs.

Whether it’s for a prom, wedding, hen party or just because you want to stand out, Ann has got all the glitter and gems you’d ever need to create a bespoke and individual design. From intricate hand painted designs to subtle stencilled patterns, Moss Bay Arts is the place to go.

Using a variety of colours and materials, you can sparkle and shine.

One of the most popular is the gold leaf, an extremely thin sheet of real gold which can be transferred onto your body.

Whether it be it your face, arms, shoulders or legs, you will almost definitely be worth more than anybody else at your event.

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to a week! Ann explained: “The ink is lovely, especially accompanied by some Swarovski crystals which I can also add.”

All of the body art that Ann does is 100% unique and you are guaranteed exclusivity, and to top it off, you will be getting your design done by an internationally known business. Moss Bay Arts is well known across the globe thanks to a Facebook group which celebrates the art of body painting!

If you want to give yourself that little extra glam, then contact Moss Bay Arts via Facebook.

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Ann said: “It is a lovely way to give people something different. The use of real silver and gold really does make a difference. I also use a variety of glitters which look beautiful on the skin.”

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Five Best Super Foods

Five Best Summer

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The summer months are abundant with some of the juiciest fruit and vegetables - and did you know that some of them are particularly good for you.

So next time you’re about to reach for the biscuit tin, stay strong and swap your usual half packet of hobnobs for some delicious fruits and veggies – not only will it do you good on in the inside, you’ll feel better on the outside.

Avocados – In season August to October Although avocados are relatively high in fat, they are one of the best foods you can eat.

Packed with nutrients and heart-healthy compounds such as beta-carotene, lutein, and neochrome, all of which help to prevent osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, as well as improve cardiovascular health, help regulate blood sugar levels, and prevent cancers of the mouth, skin, and prostate gland.

Peaches – In season July to September This summertime favourite contains vitamin C, and is an excellent source of vitamin B6, niacin, and folate. Stone fruits like peaches, plums and nectarines have been shown to ward off obesity-related diseases such as diabetes, metabolic syndrome and cardiovascular disease.

Pineapple – In season March to July The sweet and tart tropical fruit contain bromelain, an enzyme that improves digestion as well as helps to fight blood clots from forming.

Pineapples can also help prevent swelling, a common ailment during the summer months.

Blueberries – In season July to September Though tiny, the benefits of the blueberry are enormous. Blueberries are high in anthocyanins, the antioxidant pigments that give blueberries their deep rich colour.

Anthocyanins and other phytonutrients contained in blueberries help to fight anti-inflammatory issues, help improve brain function, enhance mood, and help combat cancer cells.

Aubergine – In season August to September The aubergine is a high-tryptophan food, an essential amino acid that helps to regulate appetite, improves sleep quality, and elevates your mood.

Aubergines are also good for cardiovascular health as they help to improve blood flow in the blood vessels.

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Anton O’Donnell has been head chef at Italian restaurant, Tarantella, in Cockermouth since it opened in 2007.

With eight years service under his belt, nothing gets past Anton, with his kitchen motto being ‘fail to prepare, prepare to fail’.

Kitchen Re-Porter

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What is your favourite ingredient to cook with?

It has to be garlic, as it can be utilised in so many different dishes.

What would be your last supper?

Definitely chicken tikka korma with Keema rice and a garlic and chilli naan bread with extra garlic.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef?

It will have to be Gordon Ramsey.

What is your idea of food hell?

Restaurants that serve microwave meals are my absolute idea of hell.

What is the strangest ingredient you have ever cooked with?

That’s a hard one, I don’t think I have ever worked with a really strange ingredient.

Who does all the cooking at home?

Me as my wife doesn’t like cooking and my kids enjoy my food.

What is your favourite cuisine?

Indian food.

What is your first memory of the kitchen?

My very first memory, which I can remember is being scared that I may burn something.

What’s your ultimate comfort food?

My ultimate comfort food has to be peas and Yorkshire pudding with gravy.

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If you’re a fan of proper Italian food, then Tarantellas in Cockermouth is the one for you. ‘Warm’, ‘welcoming’ and ‘perfect Italian food’ are just a small selection of the comments left by customers who have dined there.

Located in Main Street, Tarantella has been catering to the town’s craving for traditional Italian food for almost a decade.

Former manager, Steve Vargas bought the business in 2011.

He said: “We are now open from 2.30pm in the afternoon and we want to let people know that they can come in for a cocktail, a glass or bottle of prosecco and have a light snack from our antipasti selection or just come in for a coffee and dessert.”

Serving a mix of traditional and modern Italian cuisine, including risotto, pasta and of course, stone-baked pizzas, Tarantella takes pride in the fresh and local produce which

arrives on the premises on a daily basis. Seafood fanatics won’t be disappointed with a long list of fresh fish dishes including deep fried squid as well as king prawns and roasted langoustines in chilli, garlic and olive oil.

Steve added: “We specialise in offering fresh local produce, especially fresh fish - nothing out of a jar, as well as being original with our dishes. Homemade ravioli, pizza and desserts are all homemade and we are flexible with the variations of our dishes. We have no problems with children wanting to mix up their order.”

Tarantellas offer a dinner menu which features all the traditional classics such as Lasagne Al Forno and Penne Arrabiata. Chefs are more than happy to cater for vegetarian, gluten free and any other dietary requirements - all you need to do is ask..

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Home Grown Cumbrian Grub:

Hartley’s Ice Cream Those who live in Egremont and its surrounding areas are no stranger to the familiar sound of the hooting horn coming from the iconic white Hartley’s ice cream van.

At 25 years old, I will still rush around the house looking for some change, just so I can have a scoop of the famous vanilla ice cream, complete with ‘Fudgerydoo’ and strawberry sauce.

Hartley’s Ice Cream has been causing such scenes since 1931, and today, the parlour in Church Street, Egremont stocks a lot more than just vanilla. The company started in the early 1930s

by Grayson Hartley who sold his ice cream from an unlikely choice; a motorbike and sidecar.

Owner Mark said:“It’s been able to keep going since the early 30s through different hands and ownership and still is very successful, all we really need is the sunshine – it’s not very often, but when it’s here we can sell up to 700 ice creams in a day.

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“The flavours come from trying to keep up and ahead of the game. We get ideas and just put them together and see how they work with each other. We try and do research and development along the way and we try and have flavours that fit the season, so in summer we do key lime pie, summer berries, and passion fruit with coconut, something fruity. All the ice cream we make, besides the chocolate, is vanilla based.”

Passing the business through the family, Grayson’s son, Bill Hartley took over the company and successfully ran the shop along with a small fleet of ice cream vans for more than 40 years. Keeping it in the family, Bill’s sister and brother-in-law, Hannah and Norman Caulfield also ran the shop for a brief period during the late 1970s before being joined by Les Richardson in 1981 who previously worked in the business as a schoolboy and had strong ties with the Hartley family.

Les went on to become the sole proprietor of Hartley’s Ice Cream along with his son Mark, until his retirement in 2003.

Today, the business is run by Mark and his wife Shirley, who have stuck to the same traditional principles and recipes that has made Hartley’s Ice Cream a firm favourite for more than 80 years.

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Churning over 50 flavours of ice cream, including banoffee, maple and pecan, New York lemon cheesecake and coffee and walnut, each batch of ice cream takes around six hours.

Mark added: “Our most popular flavours are honeycomb crunch, mint choc chip, and salted caramel with caramel fudge ripple. The one thing that we have kept is the traditional side of things.

“The product is very similar to what is was in the older days, and people come from far and wide and make the effort to come for an ice cream, which we are very grateful for. We might be a little bit more expensive than others, but we produce a good quality product and that’s what we’re proud of.”

Catering to all tastes as well as dietary requirements, Hartley’s also has a range of diabetic ice cream available, Mark and Shirley believe that no one should miss out on their quality assortment of flavours.

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And, although the company is best known for its wide selection of traditional ice creams, Hartley’s also offers a range of sorbets including lemon, mango and orange.

Habitual ice cream lovers won’t be disappointed if you fancy going for a change, and chocolate addicts are spoiled for choice with a whole case full of different combinations of chocolate ice creams including white chocolate buttons and nearly bounty.

Mark added: “I’m not getting any younger, but I do have a son and daughter who both work for me.

There’s ups and downs working for you, its hard work, I work seven days a week, so hopefully there will be another family interest.”

This local family business is synonymous with west Cumbria and beyond and sticking to traditional recipes as well as using local ingredients is what makes Hartley’s Ice Cream so irresistible - it wouldn’t be a typical Lake District summer’s day without a double

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If you like fantastic food cooked to the highest quality in a stylish, contemporary environment then Tpazz could become your new favourite restaurant.

Located in the heart of Workington, Tpazz brings something totally unique to local dining, Claire Sutcliffe, Manager said: “Im actually from a big city and I think Tpazz brings a little bit of the city life to Workington.”

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Obviously, being a tapas bar you can expect a huge variety of filling bite sized meals which ranges from traditional tapas to their specials which alter each week! They also serve a range of cocktails and wines, perfect for a get together with friends or family!

It is vital that you book if you are hoping to dine on a Friday or Saturday!

Having opened its doors in June, Tpazz already has a huge following and so far has only received 5* reviews on their Facebook page, many of them praising the brilliant service, chilled atmosphere and more importantly their varied menu of mouth-watering cuisine.

Clare said: “I love this place, it’s my baby and to see it so full that we actually have to turn people away is a huge achievement.”

“I think Tpazz brings a little bit of the city life to Workington”

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fternoon tea is quite simply one of the most quintessentially British customs there is. Along with queing, rain and train delays.

Dating back to the 17th century, the tradition of snacking on dainty finger sandwiches, petit fours and scones with jam and cream, combined with tea poured into a delicate teacup, is quite frankly my idea of heaven, and with most cafes and restaurants now serving the British classic, it appears the tradition never ceased.

Over the past few years, there has been an influx in eateries offering afternoon tea. Also known as ‘High Tea’, the tradition was first introduced in England by Anna Russell, the seventh Duchess of Bedford in 1840.

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Although, Britons had long been drinking tea by the time Anna was born, it is believed that the Duchess became peckish at around four in the afternoon, and due to her evening meal not being served until a fashionably late hour (8pm) it meant she had to endure a four hour period between her lunch and dinner.

In the modern era, most of us would just grab a bag of crisps and raid the biscuit tin, but, Anna, being the Duchess, insisted on having bread and butter, cake and tea delivered to her room on a silver platter in the late afternoon, hence, afternoon tea.

The Duchess’s midday hunger turned into a daily ritual, and she began to invite friends to join her at Woburn Abbey, making it a social event. Before long all of fashionable society were sipping tea and nibbling sandwiches in the middle of the afternoon.

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During the 1880s, upper-class and society women would change into long gowns, gloves and hats for their afternoon tea which was usually served in the drawing room between four and five o’clock.

Head chef at the Waterfront in Whitehaven serves a classic afternoon tea presented with his own style and flair.

Serving ‘teapot cocktails’ as part of the afternoon tea experience, Simon said: “I think afternoon tea has become so popular for a few reasons, it’s a very sociable informal activity so appeals to a broad spectrum of people.

Afternoon tea is also just plain delicious, i mean who doesn’t like sandwiches and cakes?

“Another possible reason is that as it is a relatively straight forward meal to provide and dietary requirements and quiet easily catered for, so it becomes easier for larger social groups to enjoy.”

Traditionally, afternoon tea consists of bite sized cakes and pastries, a selection of sandwiches, usually smoked salmon and cream cheese, or the classic cucumber, as well as homemade fruit scones with jam and clotted cream and tea grown in India or Ceylon poured from silver tea pots into bone china cups.

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Simon added: “Afternoon tea is almost deemed posh mainly as it is a throwback to yesteryear, where ladies would take tea in the afternoons, usually in the grounds/ gardens of the large country homes of the upper classes.”

Today is no different. 200 years after the Duchess’s innovation, sitting down to sandwiches and cakes served on a tiered cake stand is a staple part of British life.

If you haven’t yet been treated to the above, book into one of the dozens of cafes and restaurants which serves this English classic and lunch like the Duchess wanted us to.

Just like the popular musical song lyrics, ‘At half past three, everything stops for tea’.

‘Tea rooms’ were all the rage in the late 19th century, quickly becoming THE place for meeting friends and sharing gossip.

They were also considered one of the few respectable places for women to meet without a chaperone, so the ‘out-of-home’ Afternoon Tea took off like a social network.

At some stage music was added to the occasion, and fashionable young people attended afternoon ‘tea dances’ in the most stylish of hotels, a practice which continued until the Second World War.

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e m i T Q B B s It’ So we have already seen the sunshine this year and it’s predicted to last through the summer – Yippee! We all know what summer means; sunbathing, fruity Pimm’s and of course a traditional BBQ on the go.

The British are obsessed with eating alfresco; we love it and what’s not to love? The sun shining, a drink in hand and the smell of burgers in the air - you can’t go wrong.

So, this summer, why not get experimental and try banging something on the Barbie that you wouldn’t normally go for?

Obviously still cook up the traditional BBQ food such as burgers, sausages, and chicken, because, let’s face it; it wouldn’t be a proper Barbie without them, but why not grill something new for a change.

There are so many foods that cook fabulously on the BBQ such as lobster, clams and a whole variety of veg – giving it a smoky flavour; the BBQ really does make most food taste divine, even fruit tastes better straight off the grill.

There is a whole variety of barbequed foods we are missing off the grill, so, this summer, try something new at your next barbecue and impress all your friends and family.

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Minted Lamb Burgers 50g/1¾oz fresh white breadcrumbs 1 garlic clove, crushed 1 small bunch fresh coriander, chopped 1½ tsp mint sauce 1 large red onion, roughly chopped 500g/1lb 2oz lean lamb mince 1 tbsp olive oil, for frying 8 lettuce leaves, to serve 8 brioche buns, to serve 3 gherkins, thinly sliced, to serve salt and freshly ground black pepper For the burgers, put the breadcrumbs, garlic, coriander, mint sauce, onion and salt and black pepper in a food processor.

Blend until it’s just combined with a fairly coarse texture. Tip into a bowl, add the mince and mix together. Using wet hands, shape into 8 burgers, then place on a baking tray, cover and chill in the fridge until needed.

To cook the burgers, heat the oil in a large frying pan, or alternatively light the barbecue and let the flames flare up and die down. Fry or barbecue the burgers for about 3–4 minutes on each side or until browned and cooked through.

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Former Workington Reds manager Gavin Skelton will bring a Queen of the South side to Borough Park on July 26 to play a friendly against the west Cumbrians.

Skelton, who left after one successful season in charge of the Reds, was assistant at Queens under old pal James Fowler who took him to Palmerston.

But Fowler was axed with just two games left of the season and Skelton was handed temporary charge. He has since been appointed manager and is pleased to help out old pal Derek Townsley by bringing his team to Workington.

Queens, however, will be well into their new season which starts on July 16 while Reds were only starting training on June 30.

Since the end of last season, another successful one for Reds in which they reached the play-off final and won the Cumberland Cup, the club has had a change of formation in the management team.

Townsley, will still be very much involved as part of the three-strong team in charge of the team, but Dave Hewson and Lee Andrews will be seen and heard more by the fans.

It worked well last season, but with Townsley set to miss a few more matches than he did in 2015/2016 it was felt advisable to tweak the management structure.

Since the end of the campaign Reds have released striker Matty Tymon, who had played two spells for the club, as well as both goalkeepers Alex Mitchell and Jonny Jameson.

But Reds have re-signed their former goalkeeper Aaron Taylor who has played for Celtic Nation and Barrow since leaving three years ago.

In fact Jamieson or Mitchell could be facing Reds in the coming season as League newcomers Spennymoor have spoken to both.

Stephen Rudd, who had done a great job with the Reds reserves and FA Youth Cup last season, has recently joined Gretna, As a result Billy Redden, who had led the Reds Ladies to the County Cup triumph moved to the reserves.

Top scorer Scott Allison, who grabbed 32 goals for the Evo Stik Premier League side has re-signed for another season with the Reds. York City had been prepared to give him a chance as a full-time professional but 26-yer-old Allison decided to stay loyal to the west Cumbrians.

But the club is still waiting to see what Joe McGee will be doing this coming season as he ponders other offers.

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Bottom of the Championship for most of the season Workington Town haven’t given up on survival.

Although seemingly destined to finish the regulation season in a relegation position, Town will then have seven games to turn the tide.

Those last seven games are against teams who finish in the bottom eight when there will be opportunities to garner much-needed points.

Injuries have been particularly unkind to Phil Veivers’ squad, as too have been some disappointing calls from referees which have denied Town vital points.

Their home clash with Bradford Bull was a particularly painful experience and the fact that Town won’t get match referee Andy Sweet again this season was no consolation.

It was virtually admitting that wrong decisions from Mr Sweet cost Town a vital victory, which in the final analysis, could still make the difference between staying in the Championship or dropping into Championship One. Veivers had spoken to the Referees Society and was told that, after watching the video recording of the game, they agreed that the incident which led to Braford’s winning try should have been a penalty to Town and not a scrum to them.

“On the try that Bradford scored to equalise there was a clear obstruction on one of our players and the Referees Society agreed.

“I’m pleased that we won’t get this particular official at any more of our home games but the damage has already been done with those lost points. And he’s made similar bad calls for us in previous games up here,” said Veivers.

The Town coach is still confident his team can turn their season around in the 12 games they have left.

For in the five remaining League games before the split they only have Featherstone away, the other four are against teams in the bottom six – Swinton (h), Dewsbury (h), Whitehaven (h) and Oldham (a).

But Town have had more than their fair share of injuries this campaign, and Veivers is keeping his fingers crossed that no more surface before they have clinched survival.

Latu Fifita has been particularly unlucky with a problem Achilles and faces another operation after several setbacks which have prevented him from playing a single game.

Jarrad Stack, a lynchpin of the pack for several years, has had continuing shoulder issues which have culminated in the need for an operation.

Several others have had to take time out to recover from knocks and injuries, which have not made life easy for the west Cumbrians.

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There will be more than 4,000 Paralympians competing in this year’s Paralympic Games, and one of those athletes could be Maryport man, Simon Lawson.

The 33-year-old wheelchair athlete is hoping to pack his bags and travel almost 6,000 miles around the world in an epic journey to represent Britain in Team GB at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil this September.

Simon said: “If I’m selected it will be a very rewarding achievement. All the work, sacrifice and training that we do behind closed doors, the early mornings, cold wet windy training sessions etc all become worth the pain if the phone call of selection comes.

“To represent your country is amazing. To put on a GB kit and go to race will feel special and something I would never forget; and if not then it’s still not the end of the world. I didn’t take up the sport with the Paralympics in mind. I train hard and put the work in to be the best I possibly can mainly for my own satisfaction and desire to win races. And above all because I enjoy it; I enjoy pushing myself, I enjoy competing and I enjoy feeling fit and healthy.”

Simon’s Paralympic goal began following a serious motorcross accident when he was just 19-years-old. Longing to follow in the footsteps of his father as a top speedway star, Simon was tipped to be one of the best in the world.

But his dream was shattered and he was subsequently left paralysed from the waist down.

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He said: “I had my accident in 2001 but didn’t get into wheelchair racing until 2010. For the first few years I was just getting used to my new life and getting my head around things. Me and my dad then adapted a motocross bike so I could ride again; that was brilliant and the best thing I could have ever done, It changed my life around, I started really living again and enjoying my life. I got out a lot more and started training again.

I had a handcycle at first and did mile upon mile on that. One day I saw a video on YouTube of a wheelchair race and they crashed, and it really caught my eye. I re-watched the race over and over and thought I could do that. So I made some enquiries and got myself a race chair. I trained for a few months and got to learn the pushing technique and then I entered my first race, a small 10k in Middlesbrough where I finished 3rd; from that day I was hooked.”

“I train hard and put the work in to be the best...”

Earning a place in team GB, Simon, who has become one of the UK’s top wheelchair racers, has been competing in events around the world in a bid to meet the British Paralympic Association’s tough speed targets.

The qualifying time for the team for a marathon is 1:32:00 set by the UK athletics. So far, Simon has achieved two qualifying times of 1:30:58 and 1:29:38. Now it is just a matter of waiting until July where he will find out if he has made the squad.

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He continued: “I still work full time so my days are pretty busy; some days I have a morning gym session before work to focus on strength and conditioning, then after work a training session in the race chair. I train six days per week and there’s two sessions per day, I cover between 150 and 200 miles per week in the race chair.”

In the years leading up to his Olympic selection, Simon’s determination has seen him travel all over the world. Competing in countries such as Switzerland and South Korea, Simon has embraced his disability and in turn has achieved more than most.

Most recently he was the second Brit home in the London Marathon, taking 10th place overall as well as taking first place in the Manchester 10k event Simon added: “I think the advice I would give anyone that is starting out is don’t get disheartened at first! Take things slow and have fun! If you’re not having fun and enjoying your racing/ sport you won’t go anywhere! Enjoy it for what it is.

There are a lot of things you don’t have control over, like how well or fast the other athlete is, but if you do everything you can to be the best athlete you can then that’s all you can ask for.

“It’s an honour to be compared to people like David Weir, he’s the best wheelchair racer there has been! Winning 4 gold medals in London 2012 was outstanding! Plus all his other medals and Suns thoughout his career, so to be looked at alongside the likes of him is amazing and something that gives me drive to achieve success of my own.”

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Touch a Truck

11th Sept

Family Day

A vehicle display with a difference is set to drive into Cockermouth this September.

First held in 2013, the Touch-a-Truck show which sees giant trucks, cranes and tractors come from all over Cumbria, is returning to the town for another year.

Attracting more than 1,800 visitors in previous years, the 2016 family friendly event which will be held on the James Walker Site in Gote Road is sure to be as popular as ever.

There is something for all ages including a range of vehicles including buses, fire engines, and wagons as well as bouncy castles, climbing walls and pony rides.

David Siddall of the Cockermouth Rotary Club, said: “Touch a Truck Shows are a great family day out and are very popular in the USA. One of our members Allan Fowler came back from visiting relatives over there and suggested the idea. Now the Cockermouth Rotary event is the first such Show in Cumbria.

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town centre. It is a chance to get up close to massive cranes, lorries and tractors. There will also be bouncy castles, food stalls and a funfair. Once the entrance fee is paid all the rides inside the Show are free.”

The event, which is exclusive to Cumbria is organised by the Cockermouth Rotary Club, who last year celebrated their 75th anniversary.

The club with over 40 members is one of the most active in Cumbria and is believed to be the oldest fellowship club in the town.

There will be some free car parking for the day provided by Allerdale Council at the Wakefield Road car park. All close to Cockermouth Town Centre with easy pedestrian access from Main Street over the Millers footbridge.

If you have a fun or unique vehicle and can join the club at Touch a Truck, please contact Cockermouth Rotary Club.

Sponsorship is always welcome.

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SWEET VICTORY FOR POLO AT AUTO EXPRESS AWARDS 2016 The all-conquering Volkswagen Polo is once again Britain’s best supermini buy according to the experts at respected automotive consumer title Auto Express.

Britain’s biggest-selling weekly car magazine puts the Polo, Volkswagen’s second-best seller in the UK behind the Golf, top of the supermini stack for the second year running.

Announcing the Volkswagen’s victory in the 2016 Awards’ hotly contested supermini class Auto Express Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler said: “A 2015 facelift kept the Volkswagen Polo looking fresh and boosted its charm, and this year the German brand has added even more efficient engine options that see the supermini once again edge ahead of its rivals.

He added: “There’s a wider range of petrol and diesel engines with a larger, more powerful 1.4 TSI available. Not only is this hotter, but it also features clever tech like cylinder deactivation to improve efficiency when cruising. It shows how big-car innovations have filtered down to make superminis even easier to live with, and VW is at the head of the class. There’s a 1.4 TDI with two different outputs for those covering big miles, too.

“If you’re after an eco champion, VW’s high-efficiency BlueMotion technology has been applied to the already frugal 1.0 TSI, with impressive claimed fuel economy of 68.9mpg and 94g/km CO2 emissions.

“With plenty of trim levels to match the line-up under the bonnet, there’s an equipment spec to suit all budgets.”

“The Polo now shares Volkswagen’s 1.0-litre three-cylinder petrol engine with the smaller up! city car, but there’s also a more potent turbo version available.

Even the lower-powered model is sufficient, thrumming along at motorway speeds with plenty of refinement. However, if you need a bit more oomph, the punchy and efficient 1.2 TSI engine is the one to go for.

Welcoming the award win newly appointed Director of Volkswagen UK, Alison Jones, said: “The Polo neatly typifies all the positives of the Volkswagen offering in the UK. It has a huge breadth of appeal thanks to a broad choice of models and engines, great styling and that class-leading quality for which Volkswagen is rightly renowned.”

“Volkswagen released a sporty new R-Line model this year to address one of the Polo’s biggest downfalls, which ensured the supermini can no longer be accused of looking a little safe or lacking style. The R-Line bodykit and bigger wheels add some extra interest to the car’s solid surfaces and sharp creases.

It looks like a smaller Golf – which is no bad thing – and that’s reinforced from the moment you shut the door with a solid thunk. The cabin is very well built and feels genuinely upmarket.”

The current Polo range of three- or five-door cars is available across the Volkswagen Retailer network priced from £11,525 RRP OTR. For more details, or to configure a new Polo, please visit: http://www.volkswagen.co.uk/ new/polo-gp/home

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FogGy FORECAST FOR CUMBRIA

Carl Fogarty, better known as ‘Foggy’ is probably the most successful superbike racer in the history of the sport. He quickly transformed from a young Blackburn lad to a legend when he won his first world championship at the age of 23. Carl will be bringing some of his stories on 30th September at the Solway Hall when he holds an Evening with Carl Fogarty.

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“You have to decide, do you want to do it because its fun, or do you want to be the best?”

Our editor, Danielle Murphy caught up with Carl, who was understandably exhausted after a huge trek across Iceland for the NSPCC, luckily he was in good spirits and cracked away about his upcoming appearance.

Having visited cumbria on several occasions, Carl was looking forward to coming back, he said: “I have some friends in Whitehaven who have already booked tickets, claiming they’re going to be doing some heckling! I don’t mind though, hecklers make it more exciting.”

Anybody that knows of Foggy, knows that this man is full of determination and his successful career reflects this drive, he said: “I have always loved bikes, it was a hobby for my dad but I wanted more.

I wanted to be the best, and I would tell people, one day I will be world champion. My teachers used to laugh or roll their eyes, well I proved them wrong!”

There are two things that are an obvious passion for Carl, one is motorbikes the other is having a laugh. And if you don’t know Carl for his motorbike career, you’ll certainly know him from his appearance on the 2014 ITV series of ‘Im a celebrity get me out of here’ a show which he won. It was clear from the start that Carl just loved a laugh and we all fell a little bit in love with him, He said: “I like banter. Im hoping that when I come to Whitehaven we can have a night filled with a few laughs, a bit of banter and good people!”

Although Carl spent a lot of years racing, and was very successful you might be surprised to know that by the end he wasn’t enjoying what he was doing, he explained: “Im much happier now that im not racing for a job.

It was a lot of pressure and I really wasn’t enjoying getting on the track, I love it now though. I can just get on my bike, get on the road and I can enjoy the freedom, it is more fun now.”

After his racing days, Carl is still a busy guy, and when he was asked for the second time to take part in Im a Celebrity get me out of here, he thought why not. So he packed up and headed for the land down under, he said: “It was amazing. I was apprehensive at first, thinking ‘can I really deal with the people? What if they do my head in?’ but I decided I would get through to the public votes, and everything after that was a bonus.”

He continued: “I hate being hungry, I get annoyed easily with people so my main goal was not walking out.

However, I found I actually really enjoyed it. I made a great friend out of Jimmy Bullard and I won! I couldn’t believe it. I was so overwhelmed. It was a real experience.”

Carl finished off with some last minute advice for all aspiring motorcyclists looking to persue a career in the sport, he said: “You have to decide, do you want to do it because its fun, or do you want to be the best?

I started because it was fun and then the passion grew and I wanted to be the best. You have to push yourself, enjoy it but also be careful. Determination, dedication and passion will get you to where you want to be.”

SEPTEMBER 30 - SOLWAY HALL @ the civic, whitehaven

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Barrels of Fun at Irton Hall’s

Summer Line-Up This Summer get your festival on at Irton hall!

The Irton Hall’s Summer Line-up is set to be a weekend celebration full of music, beer and all things Cumbrian.

Taking place on August 5 and 6 at Irton Hall in Santon Bridge, there will be burgers, bouncy castles and big bangs waiting at Irton Hall’s music and beer festival.

Manager,Tom Cotterell, said: “We are really looking forward to the weekend. It has already had a really positive response from the advertising and we have a great line up secured.

“There will be plenty of beer, plenty of food, and plenty of local acts, so make sure you get it in your diaries, this free event is not to be missed.”

The main focus of the event is the combination of a wonderful array of golden ales, ciders and live music, and organisers are keen to focus on the family aspect.

Catering to the younger audience, there will be something for all ages including a bouncy castle and magician as well as a hog roast and local Hartley’s Ice Cream. Bring your families, bring your friends and have a ball at the hall.

The line up is looking good with a long list of talent from near and afar set to take to the stage. Local acts including My Little Brother, Screaming Frank, Cory Spedding and Late Night Legacy will all be playing over the two day free event.

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Late Night Legacy front man, Ryan Kitto, said: “We cannot WAIT to play another gig in Cumbria after the awesome turn-out to our Carlisle show. We are especially excited to be playing at the ‘Irton Hall’s Summer Line Up, seeing all our loyal Cumbrian fans, family and friends going mental in such a beautiful setting is going to be unreal.

“I owe a massive thanks to Spud for giving us a slot at this fest, he’s been a good friend of mine for years now and always been supportive of our music and given me sound, professional advice.”

Also lined up to perform at the beautiful venue this summer are Thirteen Stars, Gus Macgregor, Newton Smith, Phil Lewthwaite, Jessy Mac, David Eldon and many more.

Complete with live music, an assortment of local realales and ciders as well as family friendly fun and games, this summer festival is one you won’t want to miss.

Ir ton Hall Summer Line-Up

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Dial M For Murder at the Theatre By The Lake

Showing until Wednesday 2nd November

As part of its annual summer repertoire season of six plays, Theatre by the Lake is this year staging a classic thriller that has scared and delighted audiences for more than 60 years.

The plotter’s passionate wish is for the perfect murder – but that would make a pretty boring play. So Knott lets the plot change when, as so often happens in life, things do not go to plan.

It has also intrigued them because it is not like the traditional whodunit in which someone commits a murder and a detective investigates the crime.

The author then throws in some red herrings, adds a few clues and reveals the identity of the killer in the final scene.

Dial M for Murder was first seen on television in Britain1952; it won enthusiastic reviews and then was a huge hit in theatres in both London and in New York.

It has been on a stage somewhere around the world ever since and was made into a typically scary film by Alfred Hitchcock in 1954.

In Dial M for Murder, Knott lets us in on the cunning plan within minutes of the curtain rising; we quickly learn who wants to bump someone off, who the victim will be and how the murder will be done. Then the edge-of-theseat tension mounts for two hours as we wait for the outcome of the villain’s wicked ways.

Theatre by the Lake’s production of Dial M for Murder plays in repertoire until Wed 2 November.

Tickets from www.theatrebythelake.com or 017687 74411.

David Ward Literary Consultant, Theatre by the Lake

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The Somme

100 Years on A temporary exhibition has opened in Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life in Alma Block at Carlisle Castle focusing on the role of the County’s local Regiment in the Battle of the Somme.

The exhibition, ‘Voices from The Somme’ features a range of photographs, documents and objects relating to those soldiers who were “On the Somme” in 1916. The exhibition as part of the Museum’s Somme100 Project has attracted much local interest with photographs, letters medals and other items brought in.

Three Battalions of the local Border Regiment were involved on July 1916 suffering 1526 casualties out of 2474 who went into action; 26 out of 55 officers and 515 out of 1471 soldiers lost their lives, the worst day in both the Regiment’s and Army’s history.

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During the 141 days of the Battle, seven Battalions of the Regiment had served bringing the casualty total to almost 1600 dead and over 3500 wounded and taken prisoner.

The Museum has a large range of documents and items relating to its soldiers who fought on the Somme and the First World War as a whole.

The exhibition will be running until November 20.

Contact Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life, Alma Block, The Castle, Carlisle Cumbria CA3 8UR tel.

01228 532774 email enquiries@cmoml.org , or visit the website at www.cumbriasmuseumofmilitarylife. org

Derwent Hostel Summer is well and truly underway and what better way to spend the fantastic summer days than being surrounded by the beautiful scenery Keswick has to offer. Derwentwater Independant Hostel (Barrow House) is welcoming you to come and relax in their fantastic historical hostel.

After the floods in December caused the hostel to close, they were awarded a grant from the Cumbria County Council flood recovery scheme. This grant has allowed them to get back on their feet and they are now offering Cumbrian residents 50% off a one or two night stay at the hostel in 2016.

Katy Moore, Manager at Barrow house said: “We thought that anyone living in Cumbria might like a little break, with a rejuvenating change of scene for minimum expense, you do not need to have been flooded to qualify for the offer.�

Derwentwater hostel is the perfect place to take a break.

And its vast history makes it even more interesting!

Originally a private house, which was built for the wealth Georgian bachelor Joseph Pocklington, it still bares many of the original features including ornate plasterwork and fireplaces.

In 1778 Pocklington bought an island on Derwent Water (now the National Trust-owned Derwent Island), adorning it with a large mansion and several follies, including Fort Joseph, a Stone Circle, a boat house in the style of a nonconformist chapel, and a mock church.

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to John Snyder in 2011 to be ran as an independent hostel.

The Hostel is also a registered charity, with a fund for subsidising school and youth group residentials, so please get in touch if this is of interest.

Education Officer, Katy, provides a range of activities, from poetry in the woods to local Viking history, and we have they-established partnerships with local adventure activity providers Platty+ and Glaramara.

If you want a break but don’t want to break your bank, then Derwentwater Hostel is the perfect place for you. With friendly staff, a relaxed atmosphere and the opportunity to meet new people Derwentwater Hostel is the place to go this summer!

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Quiz Time

Catch-Words

Test your knowledge and complete the catch-phrases

Across 1 Rather tardily (3,6,4) 8 Right to reject a proposed measure (4) 9 Salve (8) 10 Fairy in Peter Pan (6,4) 12 In abeyance (2,4) 14 Rotund (6) 15 Dug in (10) 19 Design — engineer (8) 20 Long time (4) 21 Understanding (13)

Please see page 75 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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Down 2 Submissive (8) 3 Archetypal name for a badger (5) 4 Completely baffled (7) 5 Wash — siren (anag) (5) 6 Drinking glass (7) 7 Cheeky young girl (4) 11 One’s secondary personality (5,3) 13 Exceed in height (7) 14 Come before (7) 16 String (5) 17 Group — style (5) 18 Tramp (US) (4) SUDOKU Place a number from 1 to 9 in each

empty cell so everyrow, every column and every 3x3 box contains all the numbers 1 to 9.

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All Creatures

Great and Small…..

By Belle Vue Vets Working in a mixed practice allows you to see all creatures great and small.

As Vets we like to be challenged and every day something interesting comes through the door.

you can appreciate with wild animals this job is even harder.

It is a privilege to work with wild animals and to work with people that care so much about our wildlife so please support Knoxwood as much as you can so they can keep doing amazing work.

Finally Tod, as he is now named, due to being found at Todhill services is doing very well and recuperating at Knoxwood.

We are very fortunate to work closely with Knoxwood, a wildlife rescue centre near Wigton owned by Emma Scott. Recently Emma asked us to help treat a male swan.

Emma had been called by the Police as the swan had tried to land on the M6, mistaking it for water.

He was extremely distressed and had caused serious traffic congestion. He pulled himself into Todhills services and the Knoxwood team went down to collect him.

He was taken back to the rescue center, treated for shock and assessed. They discovered that he had a broken leg. He was brought to Belle Vue where we took some X-rays.

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Maryport Blues Festival

29th July (Friday)

Debra Parks, Festival organiser, said: “Events like these bring a lot of money into the area and not only that they give the community a lift. There will be around 30,000 people attending the festival, so all we can do is hope for good weather.”

Held at Maryport Rugby Club, the musical line-up will feature over 40 bands as well as 150 individual musicians from all over the globe.

Set to get the crowds going over the three day event is Elkie Brooks, Ian Siegal and Paul Jones as well as bands including Rock Day, The Quireboys and a whole host more – there will be two main venues including the main and outdoor stages, as well as a number of pubs situated throughout the town who will also be playing host to bands over the weekend.

The 18th Maryport Blues Festival will kick off on Friday July 29 with a weekend jam-packed full of live music and family entertainment.

For the past 18 years, the summer event has welcomed major headliners including industry heavyweights such as Jools Holland, Buddy Guy and Chuck Berry and has firmly established itself as one of the country’s leading blues events.

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As well as two main stages and the trail, the festival usually features a DJ room, visual arts and workshop area, a festival club, film programme, children’s festival, an expanded market festival bazaar, as well as a silent disco, meaning there is sure to be something for everyone.

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selling musical instruments, crafts, Fair Trade goods, and stalls will be dotted around providing information on issues of global interest.

Another exciting element for all budding musicians looking for some advice are the drumming and guitar workshops set to run across the three day festival.

Preparing for the festival all year round, Debra added: “Out of all the events we do, I look forward to this one the most. It has just been going so long; it’s nice to see how it changes each year in the town.”

Tickets will include all-weekend access to the marquee and a trail wristband. Early bird tickets are priced at £65 for full weekend and includes weekend trail wristband.

Coaches will be running over the weekend transporting festival goers between Maryport and the local towns.

Return journeys are available on the Friday, Saturday & Sunday between Maryport and the following towns: Carlisle, Wigton, Aspatria, Keswick, Cockermouth, Egremont, Cleator Moor, Whitehaven and Workington.

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L e g o To T h e B e a c o n

Lego To The Beacon!

Every child and adults dream is about to come true with a new Lego exhibition to be held at the Beacon.

Based on the book ‘Brick City’, the exhibition will celebrates the world’s architecture, recreated solely using the much loved toy of the century, LEGO bricks. The tour is an exhibition of the models of ‘Brick City’, which was released in May 2013.

While to many, LEGO bricks are ‘just a toy’, to an ever growing army of fans they provide a challenging and enjoyable modelling medium.

These fans, calling themselves ‘AFOLs’, or Adult Fans of LEGO have taken it upon themselves to recreate local landmarks using just the bricks which you may find at a local store.

Each individual LEGO model can be seen in all its’ glory, showing the versatility of LEGO and amazing architecture from around the globe.

Featuring over 70 models, the exhibition appeals to all ages whilst teaching creativity, expression and an appreciation of architecture and the iconic images that make up our cities.

LEGO bricks are unique in their appeal, having been a top selling toy for over 50 years.

The use of this toy as an artistic medium provides an instant engagement. Alan Gillon, Learning officer, said “We have interactive activities running alongside the exhibition, such as tinker stations, where you can create your own Brick City masterpiece, face painting of your favourite character and a WII console competition to challenge your family.”

A family ticket costs £16, an adult £6 and child £3.The exhibition is open 10.30am – 4.pm Tuesday – Sunday.

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The Reptilians

A Reptilian Uprising

By Stephen Murphy Well back from Ep Launch of Reptilians the band, the best gig I’ve been to in a long time!

Such a Refreshing sound, you honestly don’t know what’s coming next. Three strong lead vocals and these lads really know how to work them individually or in-harmony, you don’t actually know who to look at.

For a three piece the sound is massive, fantastic vocal and musical arrangements alongside a pure sense of fun enhances the overall visual and audible experience sees real originality cut through.

The tracks are backed with a rare energy, crafted lyrics and brilliant musicianship which has been a pure joy to watch.

Despite being a Support Act, I did leave the gig early, when I set off home I played their CD in the car and it didn’t take long before I took my self around the roundabout and headed straight back for more!

Favourite track:

• Precious

• Dennis and Denise

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If there is one thing Cumbria is not short of, it’s music festivals. Back once again and celebrating 16 years is The Silloth Beer and Music festival.

Kicking off on Thursday September 8 until Sunday September 11, Silloth Green will once again play host to another fantastic community event.

The best way to enjoy the festival is to buy a four-day festival pass - this gets you access to all five sessions across the weekend.

Tickets can be bought from Winters Newsagents, Silloth and the Carnegie Theatre, Workington as well as being available online.

Last year’s musical line up saw the likes of The Real Thing, Holborn Hillbillies and The Fiction take to the stage, and this year will be no different.

Headlining Friday’s prime time slot will be Roy G Hemmings, Who’s Next and The Finetimes, while Big Country, Cindy & the Bullets and Bigfoot will be getting the crowds going on the Saturday evening.

In addition to the headline acts, Silloth Beer and Music Festival helps to promote local bands by giving them a chance to perform on ‘the big stage’.

The line-up this year includes:

Keeping festival goers hydrated won’t be difficult with an assortment of up to 60 real ales, many hailing from Cumbria, and around 22 draft ciders.

Organised by the committee of Silloth Music Festivals Ltd. any profits made from the festival are either ploughed back into improving future festivals or helping other music events on The Green.

Big Country AWOL South Quay Five & Dangerous Roy G Hemmings (Motown & philadelphia on tour) Who’s Next The Finetimes John 7 Wayne D’ Bleedin Blaggards Cindy & the Bullets Bigfoot The Bryan Adams Experience Superfly Luna 5 With such a huge selection of music and beer, you don’t want to miss out on this fantastic four day event!

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Milecastle 66

Hot off the Press:

Milecastle 66

A brand new two day music festival featuring some of the biggest names is hitting Carlisle this September.

Organised by Mighty Boof Promotions with support from Carlisle City Council, Milecastle 66 will take over Bitts Park on September 23 to 24.

There will be more than five stages featuring some big name acts including Feeder, The Enemy, Pigeon Detectives, Reverend and the Makers, and The Ordinary Boys plus many more.

Danny Maudling said: “I’m excited to be bringing this event to Carlisle having worked at The Old Station bringing artists there and hosting the Within the Walls event at the end of May which was a huge success. I’m looking forward to hosting Milecastle 66 and bringing larger acts in to Carlisle. There is a huge array of local talent here too we are spoiled for choice.”

Hailing from all over Cumbria, a number of local acts are also set to play at the new musical event including The Reptilians, Colt 45, My Little Brother and a whole host more. There are also more than 15 DJs booked for the gig with the likes of Sonny Wharton, Matt Hinde, Dan Askew and David Blacklock hitting the decks.

Applications for traders are open now so please email lizcan@ mightyboofpromotions.com for more details and to apply.

Tickets for the event are available from The Kings Head, Carlisle, Threads, Whitehaven, Aluana, Cockermouth or online at www.milecastle66.com.

With a killer line up- Milecastle 66 is the music festival you definitely don’t want to miss.

The following ticket options are available: Adult Tickets: Friday £20 | Saturday £30 | Weekend £40 Adult ticket holders must be 16 or over to gain entry to the festival.

Young Adult Tickets: Friday £15 | Saturday £25 | Weekend £35 Young adult ticket holders must be between the ages of 11-15.

They will need to be accompanied by a ticket holding adult over the age of 18.

Child Tickets: Friday £5 | Saturday £5 Child ticket holders must be 10 and under and must also be accompanied by a ticket holding adult over the age of 18.

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Pigeon Detectives The Enemy Hardwicke Circus | Colt 45 | Hidden Charms Red Faces | Little Triggers Willow Robinson Mylittlebrother | Cuban Heel | Chadelics The Fiction | Audioclub | Reptilians The Postcard Band Ivory Veins |Blind Fiction The Unsung |Alex Brown 30HZ | Stolen Emily Reay | Christian Moss | Eleven DJs | House Meanz House Matt Hinde |Dan Askew Phil Clarke | Jonathan Todd Squizza | Eden Dunn |Sonny Wharton Ryan Stanger | Chris Lockie Andy Dent Luke Stanger | David Blacklock Al Lockie | Dan Lock | Russ Shipley

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The Roman Empire:

Friend or Foe?

Two thousand years ago the Roman army invaded and occupied what we now know as Britain. We know very little about how the locals felt about becoming part of the Roman Empire except for one or two high profile incidents such as the Boudiccan rebellion that we all learn about at school. But what was it like for the ordinary people for the majority of the 350 years of Roman occupation?

The Romans did not invade a country with a single national identity. Britain at the time was a land of many tribal territories, with their own tribal rulers and customs.

Some of these tribes negotiated allegiances by marriage or conquest and the boundaries between the tribal territories could move about.This is illustrated in the present day when we are asked “which tribe lived here?” and we cannot give a definitive answer.

In the Senhouse Roman Museum can be found a small sculpture of a native armed warrior god produced by a Roman soldier. He stands brandishing a spear and shield but is clearly a wild native.

A number of this type of sculpture can be found in the Hadrian’s Wall frontier and they are believed to be Belatucadrus, a native armed warrior god worshiped by the locals to protect them from harm when they went into battle.

For the majority of the Roman occupation between 45 and 410 AD the Britons lived in relative peace with a veneer of Roman civilisation. The locals adopted some of the Roman customs but retained their own identity.

When the Roman army invaded, their occupation of the land was helped by instigating a overall governance for the land they called Upper and Lower Britannia.

The tribal leaders were expected to collaborate with this governance or be squashed by the Roman army.The Roman army built stone forts within the tribal areas and roads to connect these forts to allow for swift movement of troops.The local tribes paid for this civilisation with taxation. Providing they behaved themselves and paid their taxes life probably changed very little for the average Brit.

Taxes were probably paid in the form of crops and stock or the famous hunting dogs that Britain was well known for producing.

One of the real difficulties in attempting to establish the relationship between the Romans and the locals is that the majority of the first-hand written records were produced by the Romans.There are two specific examples that illustrate the attitude of the Roman occupiers towards the people of Britain.

On one of the famous Vindolanda wooden writing tablets can be found a reference to Brittunculi or ‘horrid little Brits’ written by one of the officers in reference to the locals.

But Tacitus praises the Britons as fierce and brave fighters who went into battle ‘naked’.This was probably a reference to them fighting without armour, unlike the Roman soldiers.

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WHAT ’ S ON

Listings

Music / Theatre / Film / Other

Music July

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Alex Mckown The Kings Head

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Legally Blonde Carnegie Theatre

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Mighty Boosh Promotions presents: Bad Manners Solway Hall

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Touchdown Festival Music Festival at Bart’s, Lounge 41, and Voodoo

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Scout Killers & Saint Apache Lounge 41

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Magnum Carnegie Theatre

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Detroit Music Solway Hall

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The Junk Orchestra Theatre By The Lake

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Meat Loaf and “School Dayz” tribute Solway Hall

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Maryport Blues Festival 29 - 30 - 31st

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Eightpense Music Takeover: Treasures & Eujenics Lounge 41

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Sweet Little Machine Lounge 41

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Salvation Band Solway Hall

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Whitehaven Voice Choir Theatre By The Lake

Sat 28 May - Sat 5 November The Vertical Hour (Theatre By The Lake) Nadia Blye, an American war reporter turned Yale professor, has seen the horror of war up close.

Advising President Bush as an advocate for ‘humane intervention’ in Iraq, she’s more than used to defending her divisive opinions.

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Scream of Sirens Lounge 41

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State of Quo with support from Byrne Jovi Solway Hall

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90’s Disco Party The Loft, Keswick

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Theatre July

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Elektra Theatre By The Lake

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Like Carmen eh Kirkgate Centre

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Legally Blonde Carnegie Theatre

18th July - 2nd Nov 22nd July - 23rd July

Sat 28 May - Sat 5 November Watch It, Sailor (Theatre By The Lake) A family wedding–day should be a time for celebration, but not in the Hornett household. The bride has already been left waiting at the altar once that morning and the sailor bridegroom is about to receive a telegram that will change everything.

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Iron Theatre By The Lake

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A midsummer night’s dream Kirkgate Centre

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Tales From Tall Towers Theatre By The Lake

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A Theatre Royal Second Star Youth Theatre Prouduction of Cinderella Theatre Royal

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The Rivals Theatre By The Lake

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Comedy July 18

The Assassin Kirkgate Centre

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Room (15) Kirkgate Centre

August 21th March The Lady In The Vain

Playwright Alan Bennett’s own account of how he formed an unexpected bond with Miss Shepherd (Maggie Smith)

Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth

July 16

Comedy Night - Junoir Simpson and Martin Mor Florence Arts Centre

August

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The Revenant Kirkgate Centre

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Youth (15) Kirkgate Centre

Septmeber 5

Spotlight (15) Kirkgate Centre

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Trumbo Kirkgate Centre

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A Lady in the van Kirkgate Centre

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Daliso Chaponda Florence Arts Centre

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Rams Kirkgate Centre

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Roy Chubby Brown Carnegie Theatre 12th - 13th Aug

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Hail Caesair (12A) Kirkgate Centre

September 30

Gary Delaney Kirkgate Centre

The Revenant (15) Mon 1st August at 8:00pm Leonardo di Caprio pulls out all the stops as frontiersman Hugh Glass, who fights for survival after being mauled by a bear and left for dead by members of his own hunting team. Has swept up a bear-skin full of awards, including both Oscars and BAFTAs for Best Actor, Best Director and Best Cinematography.

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Music / Theatre / Film / Other

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Classic Car and Motorcycle Meeting in Keswick Every Sunday until 18th September

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Bug Hunting and Exploring 18 - 31st July Wordsworth House and Garden, Cockermouth

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Allonby Art Exhibition Allonby Village Hall

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Calling all adults - Old Fashioned games & Tea & Coffee Helena Thompson Museum

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Cockermouth & District Agricultural Show The Fitz, Low Road, Cockermouth

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Bulit in Workington buses open day Old Fire Station, King Street

August 1

Annual local history exhibition Kirkgate Centre 1st Aug - 27th Aug

John Dalton, A Cumbrian Philosopher

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The Somme Rediscovered Kirkgate Centre

A talk by Thomas Fletcher Smith

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Antique & Collectors Fair Methodist Church Hall, Keswick

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Marty Macdonald’s Toy Machine Carnegie Theatre & Ar ts Centre

September 1

Force Craig Mine Open Day National Trust Keswick Lakeside Shop

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Spats Langham in Hot Fingers Threkeld Village Hall,Keswick

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Craft Evening Helena Thompson Museum

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John Dalton - A Cumbrian Philosopher Kirkgate Centre

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John Ladies Fashion Show and Pop Up Show Kirkgate Centre

Friday September 9 at 7:30pm

John Dalton, celebrated chemist and propounder of the atomic theory, was born in Eaglesfield in 1766. This is the story of the man behind the science, a man whose heart always belonged to the Lake District. Dr Tom Smith is a Cumbrian who spent more than 45 years in the chemical and allied industries. He has a particular interest in men of science from the past and a strong desire to help preserve the heritage of his native county. September 2016 marks the 250th anniversary of the birth of John Dalton, a famous son of Cockermouth and this lecture is part of a ‘John Dalton 250’ theme for 2016 Heritage Open Day activities in Cockemouth.

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Solfest

Solfest:

The People’s Festival Cumbria’s brightest music festival is back! Following a short break in 2014, Solfest bounced back in 2015 with yet another fabulous event. Nicknamed ‘the people’s festival’ Solfest is set to return this year for another unforgettable weekend.

Now in its 12th year, Solfest has been attracting festival goers from Cumbria as well as further afield for more than a decade. Full to bursting with festival fans, it isn’t rare to come across the odd soap star during the weekend event.

For those who have never been to Solfest, it’s a family friendly festival, full of flamboyant, music loving, colourful people - and there is so much to do, from crafts and games to a variety of stalls offering fantastic goods and services.

Following on from previous years, there won’t be a ‘main’ stage or any big headline acts but, don’t worry. This doesn’t mean the festival will be any less colourful. Instead of the main stage there will be several smaller stages and tents each differing in some way.

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This year, despite there being no headline act there will be performances from the likes of the Hallouminati, Hardwicke Circus, The Mouse Outfit and plenty of others.

All the acts are spread throughout the weekend, and with a huge variety of stages there is something for everyone.

Solfest offers the opportunity to sample a diverse range of music from dance, electric, reggae, folk, and indie.

Solfest is the people’s festival; it was set up by festival goers and is run by the same group of people including an army of dedicated volunteers who manage to keep making it a huge success year after year.

For more information visit: www.solfest.org.uk

Festival Line-Up

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Festivals

Over the years Cumbria’s festival scene has gone from strength to strength and we now boast a huge variety of festivals across the county which each year rounds up some of the biggest stars.

In previous years we have seen Bob Marley’s Wailers, Kaiser Chiefs and even Snoop Dogg take to a Cumbrian stage!

2016 is looking no different and just as the festival organisers are finalising their line up, we are already thinking about getting the tent out of the shed and shopping for some new jazzy wellies! Nothing beats the festival feeling, especially in Cumbria. We have some of the most fantastic scenery which makes for a perfect setting for a music festival.

This year will see the return of our favourites such as Solfest, Kendal Calling as well as a lot more including Carlisle’s newest festival Milecastle 66.

JULY 28 - 31 KENDAL CALLING AUGUST 28 – 30 SOLFEST SEPTEMBER 8 -11 SILLOTH BEER AND MUSIC FEST SEPT 23 – 24 MILECASTLE 66 CARLISLE

So, there is no reason not to get out and enjoy the festival life! Who doesn’t love the surprises waiting for us in a port-a-loo; it’s all fun and games and definitely part of the experience.

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Make a Day of It Do you dread the summer holidays? Do you worry about how to keep the kids entertained for six whole weeks? Well, fret no more. If you are reading this, then that’s already one reason to smile.

Luckily for us we have the amazing Cumbrian Coast and the awesome Lake District, surrounded by beautiful countryside with masses to see and do. Here at the Guide, we have compiled a list of kid and wallet friendly days out to ensure no one is throwing a tantrum this summer.

It’s Maritime This summer holiday why not pay a visit to the Maryport Maritime Museum? Built on land owned

by Humphrey Senhouse II who developed the town and harbour, there is so much to discover at the habourside attraction. With artefacts including a sperm whale tooth, there really is something for all ages to be amazed by. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10 - 5pm including bank holidays.

Get Crafty at the Beacon There are a number of craft and activity workshops being held at The Beacon over the summer hols including a Stop Motion Movie Animation workshop where film fanatics can create their own character and see a star in their mini LEGO inspired stop motion movie. This runs on Monday 25, Wednesday 27 and Friday 29, July from 10:30 – noon and 2:30 – 4pm.

For the Mary Berry fans out there, have a crack at the Baking Cakes Creation workshop. Children can create their own LEGO inspired bakes, or take home their very own sponge brick block. This will be held on Monday 1, Wednesday 3 and Friday 5, August from 10:30 – noon and 2:30-4pm. On Monday 22, Wednesday 24 and Friday 26, mini bakers can also attempt to bake their very own brick sculpture from 10:30 – noon and 2:30-4pm.

For more information and to book a place on the workshops call the museum on 01946 592302.

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Set Sail on Derwentwater Pack up a picnic, hire a rowing boat and set sail on Derwentwater. Surrounded by four mysterious islands, why not hop off and explore one of them? Only Derwent Island is inhabited, leaving St Herbert’s, Lord’s Island and Rampshore Island free to roam.

You’ll never know what you’ll find hidden among the trees. The islands are completely open to explore, the only request is that people do not stay overnight or light any fires.

Story time with Beatrix at Wordsworth House The school holidays are the perfect time to get cosy around a fire and read a tale or two– and whose stories are more perfect to get stuck into than the tales of Beatrix Potter?

Celebrating her 150th anniversary, Wordsworth House in Cockermouth is holding a number of events over the summer, including a revisit to some of her most loved stories, such as Benjamin Bunny, Squirrel Nutkin and Miss Tiggy-Winkle. From painting master classes, to two new exhibitions featuring all things Beatrix, there is a lot to be discovered.

Get Some Fresh Air at Castle Rigg Stone Circles If you’ve never come across the Stone Circles, then it really is a must. Just a ten minute drive from Keswick, this mini version of Stonehenge is easily accessible and comes with no admissions charge. Pack up the kids, take a picnic and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views of Helvellyn and High Seat as well as the surrounding fells.

Go Herdwick Spotting The Go Herdwick trail is an absolute must if you haven’t already. It is the perfect outdoor activity and kids will love trying to find the life size decorated Herdwicks.

The trail runs until September 4, so there’s still plenty of time to get out and spend a day searching. Grasmere, Ambleside, Windermere and Keswick are all playing home to the fantasy Herdwicks on the trail, so don’t miss out.

The Plaice To Be The Lake District Coast Aquarium is perfect for a wet miserable day this summer and let’s face it, they’ll be a few. Mini golf, adventure playground and radio controlled boats are enough to make anyone’s day, let alone, those under the age of ten. And, there is so much fascinating sea life to feast their eyes on; they will be talking about it for weeks.

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Travel Through Time With Great Guided Tours

With tours designed to amaze and inspire, join Great Guided Tours this summer and let them take you on a journey of discovery.

One of the more recent historical stories you are taken through is that of the Citadel towers which were contracted by Henry VIII.

Having been in tourism for 37 years, Carol Donnelly MBE and creator of Great Guided Tours, aims to share her knowledge with those that attend the various tours.

The team have been giving tours of the west tower for a while now, but haven’t been able to get into the east tower due to occupancy.

Carol said: “I want people to take something away with them and make a difference, whether that is to an individual or to the city itself.There is so much history within the area and much of it people don’t know about, I think it is important to open people’s eyes to just how vast the history of the area is.”

“I want people to take something away with them and make a difference...”

This year, the team are eager and excited to be inviting visitors to join them as they roam the city of Carlisle. In this short tour, the guides will walk you through ancient Carlisle up until now.

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However this is all about to change. Carol said: “The Citadel towers are a huge part of Carlisle’s history, and despite people admiring their beauty, not many understand what their purpose was or that they were commissioned by Henry VIII.The East tower is now available for tours so there is yet more to be ventured.”

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Carol continued: “There is so much to discover in there, including the visible remains of the Gun Ports and much more, it really is worth it.”

As well as the city tours, Carol’s team also runs visits to the world famous Hadrian’s Wall. This particular tour will see you travel back 2000 years, to the days when Britain was under siege by the Romans.

This tour is extremely popular, so much so that Carol already has a number of bookings for the year with visitors hailing from various places including Scotland, China and even America. Carol said: “We have lots of people eager to take the tour, and it isn’t just visitors on holiday we often get local people attending.”

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Wildlife of The Solway Firth The Dahlia Anemone

This very aptly named Sea Anemone is found all around the British Isles, well up into the Arctic and as far South as the Bay of Biscay.

It can grow up to 15cm across when fully open, and comes in a wide range of colours. Blue, red, orange, greenish, blueish, often with rings of different colours on it’s tentacles, this animal provides a splash of colour particularly when a number are grouped together.

They have as many as 160 tentacles grouped in tens, all equipped with sticky stinging tentacles with which to catch their prey, consisting of small fish and crustaceans that are borne to them on the currents.

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Number 43

Urticina felina By Mark Vollers

As this suggests, they do best where there is a strong tidal flow, and the Solway Firth is ideal.

They attach themselves firmly in a crevice, to a stone just under the sand surface, bedrock or even seaweed holdfasts, from low tide mark down to about 100m and wait for food to arrive!

We always have a dedicated and colourful display at the Lake District Aquarium which many find hardly credible as found locally in huge numbers. Their peduncle ( ‘stem’) is covered in small wart like verrucae to which grains of sand and small stones become attached, so that when the tentacles are retracted the animal has the appearance of a stone in the sand or mud.

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The Gift Shop

at The Lake District Coast Aquarium, Maryport

A gift shop has been an integral part of the Lake District Coast Aquarium since the attraction opened in 1997, and like the aquarium it has evolved over the years as it does its best to provide the proverbial ‘something for everybody’.

Visitors to the aquarium are often looking for souvenirs with a local link, like a fridge magnet or a nice print, whereas locals know we also have a wide range of marine themed ornaments and décor items and come here specifically to make that purchase.

Some folk even come back after a gap of several years remembering that we stocked a specific item like a thimble with our Ollie Octopus logo on it!

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The gift shop can’t be avoided even by regular customers using our café, so staff make sure that new stock items are prominently displayed to catch that impulse buyer.

Postcards with local scenes, personalised merchandise, children’s books and soft toys and a range of confectionery with Maryport graphics make ideal presents for visitors to take home.

In fact the full service of sourcing a gift, finding a suitable card and then having it tastefully wrapped will be facilitated by the friendly staff.

The very best English Lakes Ice Cream is presented with all flavour options right on arrival at reception, and for many this alone is reason enough to pay a call.

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Supermarkets Tesco Store Marks and Spencers Morrisons Asda Superstore

Points of interest Town Hall Allerdale Borough Council Workington Library Law Courts Army Reserve Centre Workington Hall The Old Brewery 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Shop/Retail 1 Retail Park 2 Washington Square 3 Steve’s Tiles

Fast food 1 Mc Donalds Seating 1 Seating Area

Parks 1 Curwen Park 2 Vulcans Park

Bus 1 Bus Station

Rail 1 Workington Railway

Places of worship 1 Our Lady and St Michael’s Church 2 St John’s Church 3 St Michael’s Church

Attractions Carnegie Theatre Eclipse Bowling Helena Thompson Museum Theatre Royal 1 2 3 4

Sports Grounds 1 Rugby League Ground 2 Workington Comets 3 Workington Reds Football

Information 1 Visitor Information

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BEATFORDS café

The Cockermouth Handy Map

Attractions Wordsworth’s House Castlegate House Gallery Percy House Gallery The Kirkgate Centre Jennings Brewery

Supermarkets Sainburys 1 Aldi Supermarket 2 3 Information 4 Tourist Information 1 2 Sports Grounds 3 Cricket Ground 1 Leisure Centre and Pools 2 Cockermouth Rugby Union FC 3 4 Shop/Retail Lakes Home Centre 1 Oakhurst Garden Centre 2 Limelighting 3 Billy Bowman’s Music 4 7 Eat/Drink Bitter End Micro Brewery 1 Trout Hotel 2 The Fletcher Christian 3 The Castle 41 Points of Bar Interest Mayo Statue 1 Cockermouth Castle 2 Mitchells Auction Room 3 Lakeland Livestock Centre 4

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Business Lakeland Business Park 1 Derwent Mills Commercial Park 2 Accomodation Travelodge 1 Car sales Lloyd Motors 1 Local Ameneties Police Station 1 Parking

7/Lowther Went, South St CA13 9 Cockermouth Phone 01900 827099 Mon - Sun: 10:00 - 18:00

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Churches 1 St John’s Church

Playgrounds 1 Children’s Playground

The Keswick

Handy Map

Supermarkets 1 Booth’s Supermarket

Information 1 The Moot Hall (Tourist Info.)

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Points of Interest Rawnsley Centre Library Keswick Convention HQ War Memorial Museum Square Packhorse Court

Attractions The Pencil Museum Mini Golf Theatre by the Lake Lonsdale Alhambra Cinema Peter Rabbit and Friends Keswick Brewing Company Keswick Museum and Art Gallery Keswick Ferry Landing

Sports Grounds 1 Rugby Ground 2 Cricket Ground 3 Keswick Leisure Pool

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Camping 1 Derwentwater Caravan/Camping 2 Lakeside Caravan Park

Parks 1 Crow Park 2 Hope Park 3 Fitz Park

Shop/Retail 1 Spar Convience store 2 Derwent Frames Ltd

Local Ameneties 1 Post Office 1 Police Station Parking

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The Maryport Handy Map

Maryport Town Council Senhouse Street Maryport maryport.council@talk21.com

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

Attractions The Lake District Coast aquarium The Wave Centre Maryport Maritime Museum Senhouse Roman Museum

Marina 1 Maryport Harbour and Marina

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Sports Grounds 1 (to) West Coast Indoor Karting 2 Rugby Ground 3 (to) Maryport Golf Club

Rail 1 Railway Station

Places of worship 1 Our Lady and St Patrick’s Priory

Information 1 Tourist Information

Local Amenties 1 Co-op 2 Chemists 3 Chemists

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Council & Other Services Allerdale Council Enquiries 01900 702702 Allerdale Council (out-of-hours service) 01900 871080 Cumbria County Council 0800 1218 800 Cockermouth Town Council 01900 821869 Maryport Town Council 01900 813205 Workington Library & Visitor Information Point 01900 706170 Medical / Support Services Emergency Police/Fire/Ambulance Police (non-emergency) NHS Direct West Cumberland Hospital Workington Community Hospital Castlehead Medical Centre Keswick Cottage Hospital James Street Group Practice Oxford Street Surgery National Blood Service Cumbria Health on Call (CHOC) Domestic Violence Support Samaritans OutREACH Cumbria LGBT Helpline Bank St. Surgery Keswick

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Museums, Attractions & Music Venues Eclipse Bowling 01900 872207 Helena Thompson Museum 01900 64040 Jennings Brewery, Cockermouth 0845 1297185 Lake District Coast Aquarium, Maryport 01900 817760 Senhouse Roman Museum, Maryport 01900 816168 The Beacon, Whitehaven 01946 592302 The Rum Story, Whitehaven 01946 592933 Go Ape, Whinlatter Forest 0845 094 9623

Theatres & Cinema Carnegie Theatre & Arts Centre Kirkgate Theatre, Cockermouth Plaza Cinema, Workington Rosehill Theatre, Whitehaven Theatre by the Lake, Keswick The Wave, Maryport Tourist Information Maryport Workington/Silloth Cockermouth Keswick Travel & Weather Bus Timetables Train Timetables Lake District Weather Service Vets Galemire (Gray St), Workington Millcroft (Curzon St), Maryport Millcroft (Wakefield Rd), Cockermouth Greta Bank Veterinary Centre, Keswick

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Summary of train times between Sunday 15 May - Saturday 10 December 2016 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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Additional trains operate between Barrow-in-Furness and Millom - please see Northern timetable guide 6 for full details.

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

Carlisle - Whitehaven - Barrow-in-Furness Mondays to Fridays Carlisle 0515 Wigton 0534 Maryport 0558 Workington 0609 Whitehaven 0631 St. Bees 0641 Sellafield 0652 Seascale 0657 Ravenglass 0706 Millom 0727 Askam 0750 Barrow-in-Furness 0803 Saturdays Carlisle 0515 Wigton 0534 Maryport 0557 Workington 0608 Whitehaven 0630 St. Bees 0640 Sellafield 0651 Seascale 0656 Ravenglass 0705 Millom 0725 Askam 0748 Barrow-in-Furness 0803

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1252 1310 1331 1342 1402 1409 1419 1423 1429 1448 1504 1520

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1525 1543 1604 1616 1636 1643 1656 1659 1706 1725 1741 1757

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

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

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