Southampton Airport Breeze Magazine Summer 2019

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The sun is finally shining after a very gloomy winter, and our passengers are getting ready to dust off their sunhats and swim rings and hit those golden sandy beaches.

This summer we are excited to continue with our usual favourite routes to Menorca, Majorca and Ibiza with TUI. And with the extended summer schedule with Flybe we are offering even more choice to passengers wishing to take advantage of such fantastic routes as Faro, Malaga and Alicante.

We have recently achieved one of the greatest accolades for outstanding customer service and have been named the Best Airport in Europe by ACI Airport Service Quality Awards. I am extremely proud of our brilliant team, and this award is a true testament to the hard work of every single person at the airport.

We are getting close to the end of our epic relationship with Hampshire and Isle of Wight Ambulance, but we still have a lot of events up our sleeves to support this fantastic charity. Our famous Runway Run is just a month away with around 1000 runners preparing for an early start. This will be the biggest event of its kind in the UK, so we are looking forward to welcoming the brave volunteers and participants!

We are very disappointed to hear about FlyLolo’s decision to cease its summer programme from Southampton. We continue to progress our exciting plans for growth and are developing the destinations we have to offer to increase choice for all of our passengers. Despite the Brexit uncertainty our passengers should continue to book exciting holidays with confidence, and picking Southampton as the Airport of Choice.

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French Routes

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Ibiza family holoday

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Destination Events

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Watersport holidays

HAMPSHIRE HIGHLIGHTS

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Published by: The Marketing Collective Ltd, Wessex House, Upper Market Street, Eastleigh, SO50 9FD T: 023 80001655. E: breeze@themarketing-collective.com Editor: Jo Andrews Feature Editor: Laura Bean. Sales: Jo Andrews, Louise Collins & Claire Glorney-Wilson. Layout & Design: Tina Scahill. Southampton Airport Information Centre: 0344 481 7777 Marketing Department. Southampton Airport, Wide Lane, Southampton, SO18 2NL southamptonairport. com Printed by Bishops Printers. All details and information correct at the time of printing. ©2019.

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Southampton Airport seasonal routes and frequency: April to October DESTINATION

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ABERDEEN

Flybe

ALDERNEY

Aurigny

ALICANTE

Flybe

AMSTERDAM

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AVIGNON

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BASTIA (CORSICA)

Flybe

BELFAST

Flybe

BERGERAC

Flybe

BIARRITZ

Flybe

BORDEAUX

Flybe

BREST

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CHAMBÉRY

Winter only

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DUBLIN

Flybe

DÜSSELDORF

Flybe

EDINBURGH

Flybe

FARO

Flybe

GENEVA

Winter only

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To keep up to date with the airport’s latest news, offers and new routes, follow us on social media.

Our airline partners

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GUERNSEY

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JERSEY

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LA ROCHELLE

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LEEDS/BRADFORD

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LIMOGES

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MANCHESTER

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MENORCA

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NEWCASTLE

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PERPIGNAN

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RENNES

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TOULON

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VERONA

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Our airport is celebrating after winning a major international award for excellence in customer service - the Best Airport in Europe in the ACI Airport Service Quality Awards. Our passengers have given us a massive vote of confidence in the service we provide, and this is a testament to the hard work of everyone at the airport.

Our future is looking extremely bright with our exciting development plans, and this award is a massive boost in our ambition to become the region’s Airport of Choice.

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Guernsey route with We are thrilled to celebrate the launch of the new Guernsey route with Aurigny, which reinforces our position as the very best gateway to the Channel Islands, offering our customers a twice-daily service mid-week as well as a daily service on weekends.

The new route further cements Aurigny’s commitment to our airport with fantastic fares from £59.98 return. Uniquely, Aurigny also offers 15% discount for kids of 15 and under and customers can earn award points by joining the airline’s frequent flyer scheme.

We look forward to seeing the big yellow bird more often!

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THE AIRPORT TOOK ON #TRASHTAG CHALLENGE

25,000 flights to the land of tulips Sharing a slice of success, our passengers enjoyed a special cake in March to celebrate 25,000 flights to Amsterdam with Flybe. To make the day truly special, we “conspired” with Flybe and chose one lucky passenger for a travel voucher giveaway. Natalie Barton was the 25th person to book that specific flight and was in for a lovely surprise when she received two free tickets to Amsterdam. She is now planning to take her boyfriend for a romantic getaway in this stunning city.

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Members of staff dedicated their time in April to helping members of the local community clear litter and dangerous rubbish dumped at Frogs Copse.

Joining forces with local residents, the team collected more than ten full bags of rubbish, including golf clubs, plastic signs and pieces of carpet, and reported two cases of fly-tipping.

The spring litter-picking was organised as part of the popular cleaning movement called Trash Tag. The movement encourages people to clean up the environment around them. The airport is already planning a series of other TrashTag events in the area later in spring. If you are part of a community local to the airport and have an event we can help support, please contact us by emailing SOUMediaCentre@southamptonairport.com

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On 23 June our brave firefighters will undertake a huge challenge in support of Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA). They will cycle for six days from Aberdeen Airport to Southampton, stopping at Glasgow Airport and HIOWAA’s HQ in Thruxton.

The Fire Service will cover around 655 miles in total, cycling more than 100 miles a day - an equivalent of running the London Marathon!

You can sponsor the ride through their JustGiving page or contact John Foskett for more information John.foskett@southamptonairport.com www.southamptonairport.com

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W O N E NP O Secret Barrister

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THE PRIORITY LOUNGE The team at Southampton International Airport are pleased to welcome you to the newly refurbished Priority Lounge located on the first floor next to the Olive Tree restaurant.

The lounge features fresh cooked breakfast, soup, mini burgers, curry and a wide range of complimentary beer, wine and spirits. For the more adventurous among you we have the “Ports of Call” a unique taste adventure allowing guests to sample local spirits from many of our destinations, for a small fee, from a fine Cognac to the rare taste of “Tunnels De Mallorca” Open to all passengers daily from 5am until last flight departs.

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In 1940, eighteen-year old Juliet Armstrong is reluctantly recruited into the world of espionage. Sent to an obscure department of MI5 tasked with monitoring the comings and goings of British Fascist sympathizers, she discovers the work to be, by turns, both tedious and terrifying. But after the war has ended, she presumes the events of those years have been relegated to the past for ever.

Ten years later, now a producer at the BBC, Juliet is unexpectedly confronted by figures from her past.

Transcription is a work of rare depth and texture, a bravura modern novel of extraordinary power, wit and empathy. It is a triumphant work of fiction from one of this country’s most exceptional writers.

First Man In by Ant Middleton

No one is born a leader. But through sheer determination and by confronting life’s challenges, Ant Middleton has come to know the meaning of true leadership. In First Man In, he shares the core lessons he’s learned over the course of his fascinating, OUT exhilarating life.

NOW To survive the gruelling selection process to become a member of the elite you need toughness, aggression, meticulous attention to detail and unrelenting self-discipline, all traits that make for the best leaders. www.southamptonairport.com

Welcome to the world of the Secret Barrister. This book highlights the stories of life inside the courtroom.

How can you defend a child-abuser you suspect to be guilty?

What do you say to someone sentenced to ten years OUT who you believe to be NOW innocent? What is the law and why do we need it? And why do they wear those stupid wigs?

Both a searing first-hand account of the human cost of the criminal justice system, and a guide to how we got into this mess. The Secret Barrister wants to show you what it’s really like and why it really matters.

Past Tense by Lee Child

The present can be tense . . . A young couple trying to get to New York City are stranded at a lonely motel in the middle of nowhere. Before long they’re trapped in an ominous game of life and death.

But the past can be worse...

Meanwhile, OUT Jack Reacher sets out NOW on an epic road trip across America. He doesn’t get far. Deep in the New England woods, he sees a sign to a place he has never been - the town where his father was born. But when he arrives he is told no one named Reacher ever lived there. Now he wonders: who’s lying? As the tension ratchets up and these two stories begin to entwine, the stakes have never been higher for Reacher.

Diary of an Awesome Friendly Kid by Jeff Kinney

A BRAND NEW DIARY OF A WIMPY KID STORY that will have you rolling with laughter, from number one bestselling author Jeff Kinney!

Hi my name is Rowley Jefferson and this is my book. Now I have a diary just like my friend Greg...

Rowley’s best friend Greg Heffley has chronicled his middleOUT school years in NOW thirteen Diary of a Wimpy Kid journals.

Now it’s Rowley’s turn to give his side of the story. But Rowley has agreed to tell Greg’s story along the way, too. (After all, Greg says one day he will be rich and famous and the world will need to know how he managed it). But Rowley’s stories about Greg might not be quite what his friend had in mind . . .

The Mister by EL James

(50 Shades of Grey author) London, 2019. Life has been easy for Maxim Trevelyan.

With his good OUT looks, aristocratic NOW connections, and money, he’s never had to work and he’s rarely slept alone. But all that changes when tragedy strikes and Maxim inherits his family’s noble title, wealth, estates, and all the responsibility that entails. It’s a role he’s not prepared for and one that he

struggles to face.

But his biggest challenge is fighting his desire for an unexpected, enigmatic young woman who’s recently arrived in England, possessing little more than a dangerous and troublesome past. Just who is Alessia Demachi? Can Maxim protect her from the malevolence that threatens her? And what will she do when she learns that he’s been hiding secrets of his own?

From the heart of London through wild, rural Cornwall to the bleak, forbidding beauty of the Balkans, The Mister is a roller-coaster ride of danger and desire that leaves the reader breathless to the very last page.

The Reckoning

by John Grisham

In his unforgettable new novel, John Grisham tells the story of an unthinkable OUT murder, the bizarre trial 11 JULY that followed it, and its profound and lasting effect on the people of Ford County.

Pete Banning was Clanton’s favourite son, a returning war hero, the patriarch of a prominent family; a farmer, father, and a faithful member of the Methodist Church. Then one cool October morning in 1946, he rose early, drove into town, walked into the Church, and calmly shot and killed the Reverend Dexter Bell.

Pete’s only statement about it was ‘I have nothing to say’.

What turned Pete from a pillar of the community into coldhearted killer? And why won’t he confide in anyone? All his closest family knows is that it must have been something devastating- and that the fallout will haunt them, and the town, for decades to come . . . *All titles subject to availability

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STAFF AT THE AIRPORT WHO TRAVEL THE EXTRA MILE

WA L K T H E F LO O R W I T H . . .

ANDY AGNEW

Walk The Floor With… Andy Agnew, Airport Firefighter.

What does your daily job involve? My role in the Airport Fire Service involves responding to emergency situations with an aircraft, vehicles, all airport buildings and offering assistance at first aid calls for passengers and staff. A major part of my time is taken up training, maintaining vehicles equipment and also Wildlife Hazard Management. I organise a lot of training for my colleagues as well as external companies that come to take advantage of the many courses offered by our very own EchoFour Training Centre.

What is your favourite part of what you do? I really enjoy the training that we do. Meeting all the different people from different walks of life flying in and out of Southampton is always great, much like getting to know the people that choose one of our City & Guilds or QualSafe accredited courses How long have you been with Southampton Airport?

I have been in the Fire Service here at Southampton Airport for over 11 years now, transferring across from a great team in Security. It is nice to see a lot of the people I worked with when I transit from landside to airside.

What training did you have to go through before you could do this job? The training starts with a six-week initial training course, followed by a year-long probation on the Fire Station.

After completing my probation I was able to work towards other qualifications and instructing tickets.

What made you decide to work in aviation/at the airport?

I knew people that already worked here at Southampton, and they had told me it was an exciting and rewarding place to work at with a great team of people. It was the Fire Service I wanted to join but jobs rarely came up so I was happy when the Security position came up as it was a step closer.

What do you like about working at Southampton Airport?

Well, I’m doing the job I always wanted, with a great team of people that support each other and actually care about the airport. Our Fire Service has seen a great year with the success of EchoFour, becoming a recognised training provider for so many different courses and being able to support the business in such a positive way.

What has been the highlight of your time working here?

The highlight for me so far was designing and the arrival of the Confined Space training rig on the Fire ground which allows us to deliver such realistic and bespoke training. That, and every time I get to drive one of the trucks *laughs*.

What is your favourite aircraft? It has to be the Spitfire obviously, but the Airbus H135 flown by Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance comes a close second.

What is your favourite destination from Southampton Airport?

Edinburgh, great for a weekend break!

What is your favourite thing to do outside of work? Climbing and kayaking are my hobbies, however these days any adventure with my wife and kids is perfect in my opinion.

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She joined our team back in 1993 and has seen the airport develop and grow over these years.

Thank you for your incredible dedication to the airport, and we were happy to share a slice of this wonderful cake with you!

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BRENT GRIFFITHS AND EMMA BUCK, SWISSPORT. GEMMA FORMAN, ADM. ALSO, MICK BROWN, NICK BOND AND LOUIS KIRCHELL, FIRE SERVICE.

EMMA MELE & SARAH-KATE JONES, FLYBE CABIN CREW These two lovely ladies from Flybe were recognised for exceptional customer service while en route to Amsterdam. One of the passengers had fallen ill during the last 30 minutes of the flight due to pressure change, resulting in an excruciating headache.

Both Emma and SarahKate were quick to comfort the passenger, instantly making him feel much better. The crew was professional and polite throughout the entire flight, and truly highlighted outstanding customer service. Well done ladies!

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WINNERS These extraordinary people went above and beyond their duty when Jim Maunders, Swissport Ramp Manager, suffered a heart attack in his office.

From raising the alarm to giving Jim the necessary assistance until the Ambulance arrived, the group involved made sure that Jim came back to work stronger than ever.

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French Routes

With a choice of 15 French destinations when you fly from Southampton Airport, your perfect holiday to France is just a short flight away. With each region offering everything from beach holidays to cultural adventures, there are plenty of reasons to visit France this summer.

Mouth-watering food There’s no denying that the French do food well. From flakey croissants to fluffy baguettes, every type of cheese you can think of, and perfectly mastered chocolates and pastries. Whether you’re spilling out of a cafe onto the streets of Paris or dining with a view of the French Alps, France is heaven for foodies. If food is your thing then you’ll love a tour of Paris with Secret Food Tours. Embark on a French gastronomy tour of the city with local passionate guides.

Visit www.secretfoodtours.com for details.

Situated on the west coast of Brittany, Brest is one of the finest natural harbours on the continent with plenty of gastronomic delights including Breton galettes, crepes, delicious cider and fresh seafood. A “tasty” attraction here is a visit to the Histoire de Chocolat.

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If it’s not the food we relate to France then it’s the wine! A country filled with vineyards that produce some of the finest wines in the world. Not only a great tipple, but the vineyards make for a great day out and cultural experience. See the process from vine to wine and spend a day sipping French reds and whites in some of France’s most picturesque locations.

Visit the famous Loire Valley in Chabris, experience the world famous vineyards of Bordeaux and sample wine from its origin on a Bordeaux wine tour, or relax in the French Riviera on an Azur wine tour.

Rivers flow through Bergerac’s landscape dominated by vineyards, which are the main reason that many people come visit; if you’re lucky, you might be able to get hold of a bottle of Montbazillaz – a velvety white wine, drunk on special occasions. To the north of the river, there are still many smaller wine producers, creating some excellent red Bergeracs.

Cultural and historical sightseeing If you crave a bit of culture and love to bask in history then France is filled with treasures that are sure to enrich your travels. Of course Paris is filled with landmarks, museums and art galleries, from the Louvre Museum to the Palace of Versailles, all a must for your cultural bucket list.

If you head to the south of France you’ll discover some of the more unusual historical sites such as incredible Roman aqueduct called Pont du Gard at the heart of a small town called Vers-Pont-duGard, that spans the Gardon River and boasts three incredible levels of arches.

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Qui vivra verra (He/she who lives, shall see)

Places like Avignon in the South of France are further evidence that there’s much more than just beaches and film festivals there.

Avignon is packed with history and fascinating architecture.

Set on the banks of the River Rhone peppered with history and culture and probably best known for the remarkable Palais de Papes (Popes’ Palace.) It’s also a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site full of architectural treasures, cobbled streets, and 18th century waterwheels.

Rennes has many charming parks to discover as well as stone fortifications dating back to the 1st century when Romans ruled the region. A visit to the Duchesne tower & wall are a must, as well as The Parlement de Bretagne; built in the 17th century, houses a vast array of political history as well as a law court & art gallery showcasing local art dating from the 1600’s.

Spectacular beaches If you enjoy holidaying on golden sand and dipping your toes in clear waters, then the spectacular beaches in France will win your heart.

The Grande Plage de Biarritz (The Big Beach) in the heart of Biarritz is ideal for families. Whilst the children enjoy building sandcastles in the golden sand you can relax in the shade of the famous blue, yellow, green or red striped beach huts. The stunning Beach Mourillon in Toulon west of the French Riviera is the perfect spot to relax on the grass bank under the trees, play on the golden sand, and splash in the clear blue sea.

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Discover the family side of Ibiza this summer

If you want a more peaceful beach for your family, Cala Vadella is a pretty protected and peaceful bay, surrounded by pine clad hills.

This big, wide beach of fine white sand slopes gently into shallow waters close to shore good for fun and games with the children.

If your family want a bit of adventure and a break from the beach, you can explore the island on a Jeep safari that take you off road to discover Ibiza’s mesmeric landscapes both inland and along the coast.

There’s no denying that Ibiza, otherwise known as The White Island, has become synonymous for being ‘the’ party mecca but the island is also a destination ideal for your family holiday. Hop onboard at Southampton Airport and encounter the family side of Ibiza.

Of course the number one spot for families is going to be the beach. The island has some truly beautiful beaches ranging from rocky coves to white sandy shores that are among the cleanest

in the Med. Your family will love playing in the soft sand, exploring the coves, and paddling in the clear sea.

Cala Bassa beach, on the west of the island is one of the top beaches for families to visit. The shallow cove that sweeps across the beach offers rock pools for snorkelling, clambering and exploring. You’ll also find pedalos and inflatables for hire for some extra family-fun.

For younger families the Aguamar water park makes for a fun day out. There are slides, chutes and tubes with varying shriek factors, as well as pools for all ages, play areas, lawns and plenty of sunbeds for you to take a precious few moments to relax in.

Of course the array of places to eat in Ibiza will mean finding a spot for your family to dine won’t be a problem, but for an idyllic family experience you won’t be able to beat a picnic or BBQ on the beach. Perfect for combining family-fun and some R&R!

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The Perfect Summer ‘19 Events

Amsterdam- Vondelpark Festival

June-September 2019 every weekend.

Vondelpark’s open air theatre becomes the host for dancers, singers, theatre and cabaret performers all summer long. Performances start between 12:00 and 14:00 and finish between 16:00-17:30 and they’re suitable for all ages! You can enjoy dance performances on Friday evenings, Saturday offers theatrical shows perfect for families and stand up comedy in the evening. The park is the perfect spot for picnics along with cafes and restaurants nearby! Not only does this sound like the perfect weekend but all of this can be enjoyed for free! www.iamsterdam.com

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20th-23rd June 2019 A long weekend that really is packed full of events and activities. Not only will there be four free concerts, docked sailboats will be open for visits along with tall ships (the two largest in the world!) and the Russian mythical sailboats will be present.

Throughout the day there will be a variety of nautical activities and excursions and plenty of places for food and drink. www.bordeaux-tourism.co.uk

8th July 2019 Come along to this popular gin garden party. Set in the stunning grounds of Bella Luce Hotel. There will be a variety of Guernsey’s home-grown gins and a selection of new or otherwise unavailable brands. This is a growingly popular events and we recommend to get your tickets as soon as possible and they sell out fast! www.bellalucehotel.com

Or you can visit us online at parkdeanresorts.co.uk/ownership *Owners can holiday as often as they like within their specified holiday season and pitch agreement. Parkdean Resorts holiday parks are not residential parks and holiday homes cannot be occupied as a permanent residence. Facilities and entertainment will be available from time to time at the discretion of Parkdean Resorts and is usually indicated in the current Parkdean Resorts holiday brochure. ^The amount of deposit required may vary depending on the holiday home. #Calls to 03 numbers are charged at standard UK rates and will be included in any inclusive minutes bundles.

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12th-28th June 2019 This popular festival will run from the 12th28th June and has an impressive line-up of artists set to perform within these dates.

The festival line-up includes names such as Stormzy, Dimitri Vegas and Like Mike, Jax Jones, The Killers, George Ezra and more! Prices vary between acts and tickets can be booked through www.belsonic.com

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Sunday 14th July 2019 If you’re heading to Paris on this date then you’re in luck! Bastille day is a national holiday and is joyful day of celebrations. The day will start with a military parade through Avenue des Champs-Elysées followed by a military flypast followed by a spectacular fireworks display and celebrations throughout the evening. With a huge turnout to this fabulous event it is definitely worth planning it! www.en.parisinfo.com

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9th & 10th July 2019 A wine festival! Who doesn’t love the sound of that? Wine producers from all across Corsica gather on the 9th and 10th July and the public are invited to the celebrations to participate in wine tasting. www.rove.me/to/corsica

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4th-6th July 2019 The largest of its kind in the Algarve, this is a popular event with a great turn out and will not disappoint. There is no entry cost to the festival and with over 100 different types of beer to try you will be spoilt for choice! The festival takes place at the start of July, we would recommend checking their Facebook page ‘Alameda Beer Festival’ or www.visitportugal.com

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the charm of the channel islands When you think of island hopping, your mind may take you to exotic far away places with stunning beaches and breathtaking views. But what about the collection of small islands closer to home, where you can discover idyllic sandy beaches along with plenty of charm and character.

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he Channel Islands offer breath-taking natural beauty. They are the perfect playground for water sports and the relaxed pace of life and long hours of sunshine all make for perfect getaway destinations. Each with their own feel, island hopping is not only easy but offers plenty of opportunity to satisfy your wanderlust.

ALDERNEY Boasting nearly 2,000 hours of sunshine a year - one for each of its 2,000 inhabitants.

The island of Alderney is home to a blissfully mild climate and dramatic coastline, making it the perfect spot for holidays. With duty-free shopping in the main town, to the bells of St. Anne’s, Napoleonic ruins and 50 miles of coastline, there’s always time to explore and relax

P F ly to Alderney with Aurigny Airlines in just 30 minutes

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JERSEY As the largest of the islands, Jersey is a popular summer destination. With its golden sandy beaches in the south to the crystal clear pebble beaches in the north and the east of the island. St Brelade’s Bay is voted consistently as one of the UK’s favourite beaches with plenty of activities for all the family.

P F ly to Jersey with Flybe in just 30 minutes.

SARK Described as the crown jewel of the Channel Islands, you can expect unspoilt landscape, unpaved roads and ultimate peace and tranquility. A visit to Sark is like stepping back in time, because with cars prohibited it is best explored on bike or horse drawn carriage.

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GUERNSEY Discover coastlines of dramatic cliffs and wide sandy bays, interspersed with picturesque harbours full of glamorous yachts. The best ways to explore is by hiring a car and driving the stunning coastal and inner island roads or simply walking the beautiful cliff top paths of the south coast, which have been an inspiration to world famous artists and painters.

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Lose Yourself in Nature Beautiful footpaths to explore

Island Flavours A taste of the sea

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A GOURMET PARADISE FIRST ESTABLISHED IN 1948, LA SABLONNERIE RETAINS THE CHARACTERISTICS OF AN OLD FARMHOUSE BUILT OVER 400 YEARS AGO AND IS SITUATED ON THE LOVELY ISLAND OF SARK IN THE CHANNEL ISLANDS. La Sablonnerie is owned and managed

by Elizabeth Perrée. Guests return-yearafter-year to recapture the beauty of the island and to enjoy the excellent cuisine, wine, cosiness and friendliness that is evident at the hotel.

Of course being so close to the sea, freshly-caught fish and famous Sark lobsters are popular specialities of the hotel. La Sablonnerie has been featured by the Which? hotel guide as ‘The place to stay in the Channel Islands’, and also received the highly coveted award from Condé Nast Johansen - ‘Small Hotel of the Year’ as well as being nominated as their “Most Romantic Hotel” and now Les Routier’s “Hotel of the Year” Award. Needless to say, you have to visit us to find out exactly what everyone is talking about.

to the bar to sit and converse with each other. Some guests take advantage of Little Sark as the perfect place for a moonlit walk or simply gazing at starstudded skies. Sark offers exceptional star-gazing due to its lack of light pollution.

Sark is how life used to be, it is like stepping back into an Enid Blyton book, what dreams are made of, but still having the modern luxuries.

La Sablonnerie is a hotel of rare quality situated in a time warp of simplicity on the tiny, idyllic Channel Island of Sark, where no motor cars are allowed and life ambles along at a peaceful, unhurried pace. The hotel has an enviable reputation for its superb food and wines; local butter, fresh cream, meat, fruit and vegetables which, where possible, are sourced from the hotel’s own farm and gardens. The hotel accommodation is very clean and comfortable and totally geared to unhurried relaxation.

It has a strong international clientele who visit regularly …. it is like having friends to stay, and of course, picking up a string of awards and accolades is terrific.

The hotel has been extended and discreetly modernised to provide 22 rooms, each individual in style and décor, including a delightful Honeymoon Suite. Immaculate comfort, lovely linen, fresh flowers and fruit. Excellent food and service, have ample staff that are courteous and a joy to be with, creating lots of fun and a real joie de vivre for everyone.

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Our motto is “Nothing is impossible at La Sablonnerie, the show must go on, and everything must be “tickety-boo!”.

An Island of History

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Contact Elizabeth Perrée 01481 832061 reservations@sablonneriesark.com www.sablonneriesark.com

Arrive by ferry or private boat, horse and carriage or just shank’s pony to enjoy the charm of La Sablonnerie, a hotel of rare quality situated in the southern part of Sark, even more beautiful, remote and romantic than the rest. Nestled in gorgeous gardens, a haven for lovers of peace and tranquillity; birds, butterflies and flowers how could one not enjoy this amazing paradise, a stepping stone to heaven, even if you just arrive for one of our glorious cream teas or a Lobster Salad in the garden.

Guests gather in the bar or the rose and lavender scented garden for a cocktail or a glass of champagne before dining. The bar with its roaring log fire is a convivial meeting place. After dining, guests return

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The island that’s welcoming for you Whether it’s for business or improved quality of life, living in Guernsey is hard to beat. Less than an hour from most UK airports, and close to Europe, it’s a small island with a big heart where everything is nearby. A hidden gem surrounded by stunning scenery, beautiful beaches, captivating cliffs and crystal clear waters, it has everything to make a better life for you.

World-leading offshore business centre Politically and economically stable Zero tax for most corporate entities Flat rate of 20% personal income tax No IHT, CGT, wealth, gift, estate tax or VAT Friendly, safe and secure island community

To start your journey call the Locate Guernsey team on 01481 743834, email enquiries@locateguernsey.com, or visit locateguernsey.com

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Solely Resident or Principally Resident

Double tax treaty and pensions

An individual is solely resident in Guernsey if they are otherwise “Resident Only” as above, save for the fact that they are not also present in one other jurisdiction for the requisite 91 days.

Under the terms of the Double Tax Treaty with the UK, pensions are only taxable in the taxpayer’s country of residence. This means that for individuals moving to Guernsey, their UK income tax liability will be replaced by a Guernsey income tax liability and the rate of tax will fall from a maximum 45% to 20%.

An individual will be treated as “principally resident” in a calendar year if: (a) he spends at least 182 days in Guernsey during the year, or (b) he spends at least 91 days in Guernsey during the year and, during the four preceding calendar years, he has spent at least 730 days in Guernsey, or (c) he takes up permanent residence in the Island, is resident only as defined and is solely or principally resident in the following Year of Charge.

Living in Guernsey

An individual who is “solely” or “principally resident” in Guernsey is liable to Guernsey income tax on their total worldwide income at a flat rate after personal allowances and deductions at a flat rate of 20% unless tax capping applies.

Non-Resident An individual, who is neither resident only, solely or principally resident will generally be non-resident and is broadly only liable to Guernsey income tax on Guernsey source income such as employment or property income. Passive investment income, such as Guernsey bank interest, is generally not taxable.

Guernsey provides a high standard of living, with a good education system, stable government, good infrastructure and a convenient location close to the UK and Europe.

Guernsey is an independent self-governing island and is renowned for being a safe place to live with beautiful beaches, scenery and cliff walks.

For many it is surprisingly easy to become a resident of Guernsey. Individuals with a British or EU passport have an automatic right of abode and can immediately buy and live in any of the many fantastic properties available on the “open market”. Individuals other than British and EU passport holders can also obtain a right to live here and occupy open market accommodation, via an investor or entrepreneur visa depending on circumstances. Generally individuals who can obtain a “leave to enter” the UK can also reside in Guernsey on making an application to do so.

Guernsey is therefore a very attractive place to live because of its proximity to the UK and Europe, its safe environment and easy availability of property. In addition to this, the tax system is relatively benign compared to many other jurisdictions.

Guernsey does not levy capital gains tax, inheritance or wealth tax, VAT, GST or gift taxes. There is a flat rate of tax of 20% for individuals and companies are subject to a standard rate of 0%.

There is an intermediate rate of income tax at 10% for corporate income derived from sources including banking, fiduciary fund administration and insurance business; and there is a higher rate of income tax at 20% for corporate income derived from a regulated utility, or from land and buildings situated in Guernsey.

Reserves of non Guernsey companies that are in existance prior to the individual taking up Guernsey residence, and that are distributed within two years can be regarded as capital in the hands of the individual for Guernsey tax purposes and therefore will be free of Guernsey tax.

Tax Capping for Guernsey Residents

Individuals classed as resident only in Guernsey are not regarded to be Guernsey resident for the purpose of the treaty. Relief will therefore not be available in these circumstances.

In addition it is possible for Guernsey residents to transfer UK pension schemes to a Guernsey scheme.

UK pensions or former UK pensions are classed for Guernsey tax purposes as non-Guernsey source and tax capping may be in point in certain circumstances.

Conclusion At the start of this article we described some of the nonfinancial reasons for living in Guernsey and in conclusion we believe that the island, with its picturesque beaches, stunning cliffs, winding country lanes and a way of life that echoes of days gone by, offers much more than just a beneficial tax climate. Guernsey is a lifestyle choice for many where the work life balance is very much in focus.

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It is possible to cap exposure to income tax in Guernsey as an alternative to paying a flat rate of 20%.

The maximum tax liability for any individual who does not have Guernsey source income will be £130,000 per annum.

Tax residency Guernsey tax residence is based on the number of days an individual spends in the Island. A “day” is treated as being spent in Guernsey if an individual is in the Island at midnight.

There are a number of categories of residence for Guernsey tax purposes:

Resident only An individual is regarded as “resident only” in Guernsey for tax purposes in a calendar year if he is present in one other jurisdiction for 91 days or more, is also present in Guernsey for less than 182 days and:

For those who have both Guernsey and non-Guernsey source income (Guernsey bank interest does not count as Guernsey source income) the maximum tax liability is £260,000 per annum.

It is also possible to cap the non-Guernsey source income at £130,000 and pay 20% on any Guernsey source income if this is beneficial.

With effect from 1 January 2018, a tax cap of £50,000 per annum has been introduced for individuals in their first four years of residence.

In order for the tax cap to apply, an individual must meet the following conditions: –

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(a) he spends 91 days or more in Guernsey during the year, or (b) he spends 35 days or more in Guernsey in that year and, during the four preceding years, he spent 365 days or more in Guernsey.

Individuals who are resident only are, as an alternative to paying 20% on their worldwide income, able to elect to pay a “standard charge”, currently set at £30,000. This provides that non-Guernsey source income is outside the scope of Guernsey tax even if remitted to Guernsey, and the standard charge “franks” the tax liability on up to £150,000 of Guernsey source income.

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PALMA Sun, sea and golf!

Amongst your itinerary to explore Faro’s stunning sites such as its cobbled streets, Moorish wall, historic buildings, and botanical gardens, this capital of Portugal’s Algarve region also offers top quality golf courses just a stone’s throw from the city centre.

Top golf picks • Pinheiros Altos Golf Course - 27 hole Championship golf course and three 9 hole courses.

• San Lorenzo Club - one of the most famous golf courses in the Algarve.

• Quinta Do Lago Laranjal Course voted Best Golf Course at the 2011 Portuguese Travel Awards.

With favourable conditions throughout the year Palma offers a great mix of lazy beach days, trendy bars, delicious dining, and fantastic golf. Layered with beauty from the architecture to the people, you can enjoy a longer summer holiday and plenty of golf time on the course.

Top golf picks • Golf Son Muntaner - four differentiated golf courses that will challenge your handicap.

• Golf Son Gual Mallorca - created for golf in the near-unspoilt style of a links course.

• Golf Park Mallorca Puntiró - 18 holes course par 71, on an estate of around 165 acres.

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Stuff your shoes with small items to save space.

Roll soft clothing to fill gaps in your golf bag.

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ALICANTE Golf on the Mediterranean coast The port city of Alicante in Spain’s Costa Blanca is a popular tourist destination.

Complete with a castle, old quarter and long waterfront, it makes for a picturesque holiday hotspot. With plenty of golfing opportunities in and around the city, enjoy a round on this stunning Mediterranean coast.

Top golf picks • Font del Llop Golf Resort - an 18-holes, American design and Scottish layout • Las Colinas Golf & Country Club blends naturally into the landscape.

• Golf La Finca - 3 Golf Courses, 3 Unique Experiences

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Top tips for festivals • Consider taking another phone! You don’t want your latest high-spec phone to get lost of damaged in the festival fun, so pick up a cheap sim only deal - just remember to let people know your number!

• Keep your water intake up and your sun cream topped up.

• If you’ve got young festival-goers with you - take ear defenders • Invest in a festival trolley - especially if you’re travelling as a group or family, your arms will thank you!

• Wear and pack plenty of lightweight layers so you can keep cool and warm with ease.

One of the best things about the summer months is the festivals - no matter your taste in music, whether you are a family of festival goers, there is a festival for you.

The festival season begins at the end of May and revelers will be travelling far and wide to watch their favourite musicians, to dance like nobody’s watching, and enjoy a few care-free days filled with energy!

Glastonbury Festival

26th - 30th June. UK World famous Glasto returns after a break in 2018 with a stellar line-up. From the biggest names in music on the Pyramid Stage to immersive theatre, up and coming names and comedy. The 2019 line up includes Stormzy, The Cure, The Killers, George Ezra, Tame Impala, Kylie Minogue, Janelle Monáe, Miley Cyrus F ly into Southampton

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7th June - 9th June. Nürburgring, Germany This rock music festival should be at the top of every rock fan’s bucket list! Held at the iconic Nürburgring race track, the 2019 lineup includes Bastille, The 1975 and Cage the Elephant Fly to Dusseldorf with Flybe

Isle of Wight Festival

21st - 24th June. Seaclose Park, Newport UK One of the UK’s most famous rock and pop music festivals, celebrating their 50th year in 2018 with a huge line-up including Kasabian, Depeche Mode and The Killers.

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Boomtown

7th - 11th August. UK Located less than an hour from Southampton Airport, Boomtown is a diverse festival of music, theatre and experience. From drum and bass, EDM to folk and chill out. 2019 performances will include The Streets, Groove Armada and UB40.

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Solidays Festival

Creamfields Festival

21st June - 23rd June. Paris, France The Solidays music festival is an annual solidarity event that takes place at the Longchamp Racecourse in France. The event brings together more than 150 artists and 170,000 festival-goers for three days.

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Camp Bestival

25th July - 28th July. Lulworth Estate, Dorset UK Camp Bestival is a British music festival, the “little sister” of Bestival. This family-centric sibling to Bestival, is a relaxed, intimate and inclusive weekend festival.

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Rock en Seine

23rd -25th August, Paris.

Paris’s answer to Glastonbury With a stunning sixteenth-century park for a setting and a riverside backdrop, this three-day festival, usually billed as France’s answer to Glasto. Its prestige is proved year-on-year by attracting a stellar set of acts to rival any line-up on this side of the Channel. Plus, the food is a festival’s answer to Le Cordon Bleu.

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22nd August - 25th August.

Daresbury, UK Creamfields is the world’s leading dance music festival. Celebrating its 21st year in 2018 the festival showcases a lineup of superstar DJs and artists from the worlds of EDM, house, trance, D&B, and more.

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Weekender Festival

31st August - 1st September.

Royal Jersey Showground, Jersey This two day festival will combine local and global acts, coupled with gourmet food and drink! The 2019 lineup includes Rita Ora and Rag‘n’Bone Man. Fly to Jersey with Flybe

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If you love to cool off in a crystal-clear sea, play on the water or explore below the surface, then these watersport destinations will float your boat!

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The city of Edinburgh may seem an unlikely place for a watersports holiday, but as it borders the North Sea and offers a stunning coastline setting it makes a beautiful place to get out on the water.

You’ll find a selection of watersport activities at Port Edgar Watersports right on the doorsteps of both Edinburgh and Fife.

Try your hand at stand up paddleboarding (SUP), windsurfing, and sailing. Of course, if you’re heading out on the water in Scotland then sea kayaking is the most popular mode to do so. Take in the breathtaking views of this world class coastline, and for those really keen try an overnight wild camping sea kayaking expedition!

Majorca is a popular island for watersports and you’ll find beaches lined with watersport centres offering most activities you could hope for. For thrill-seekers you’ll love the fast pace of a jet ski or holding on tight as you skim across the waves kitesurfing. Get the best views of the island while you glide above the water as you parasail, or take a more relaxed approach and hire as stand up paddleboard (SUP) so you can gently paddle your worries away.

Alcudia bay offers beaches full of life, of course with Majorca’s sandy beaches you’ll not be short of places to enjoy the crystal clear waters.

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Lake Garda is Italy’s biggest lake at an area approximately 370 square kilometres and 350 metres deep surrounded by dramatic mountains, it’s no wonder it’s a hotspot for watersport enthusiasts. You can’t visit a beautiful lake like this without getting on the water. Whether you choose to hire a boat or enjoy a guided tour, partake in some of the many activities on the lake such a windsurfing or canoeing, or explore under the surface with scuba diving. There is also a “hidden” hot sulphur spring at its very tip where hot springs bubble naturally, at a steady 95 degrees fahrenheit – ideal for families with little ones.

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DIVE INTO MENORCA If you prefer to spend your time under the waves then Menorca offers some of the best diving in Europe. With its cave formations you can explore this underwater world with air pockets to surface in so you can see the fascinating rock formations.

All of the parts of the island offer crystal clear water and visibility as well as a lot to see. If you have a passion for underwater photography you will find beautiful marine life from small fish to sea turtles and dolphins. If you’re new to diving there are plenty of dive schools to learn or improve your existing skills.

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Flack Banger Brewery Tour, Sat 6th July, 11am – 3:30pm

Enjoy locally sourced sausages with vegetarian options, award-winning beers and live music. And, by popular request, the return of the delicious Black Jack Porter ice cream. Brewery tours are also offered at a very special Hampshire Food Festival price of £5.00 which includes your glass and beer samples throughout the tour.

Booking Information: Tickets cost £5 per person. Booking is essential. Not suitable for children.

Flack Manor Brewery, 8 Romsey Road Industrial Estate, Romsey, SO51 0HR 01794 518520 www.flackmanor.co.uk

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Jamming Sessions, Sat 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th July. Weds 10th & 24th July, 9:30am – 12:30pm or 2:30pm – 5:30pm

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make home. Booking Information: £40 for jam session, £70 for combined jam and chutney session. Booking is essential.

The Hampshire Jam & Chutney Company, 5 Alder Close, Colden Common, Winchester, SO21 1XB info@hampshirejam.co.uk 01962 713553 www.hampshirejam.com

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Hampshire Summer Feast: Raw Food Pop-up lunch from International Chef Deborah Durrant, Wed 10th July, 12:30pm

International Raw Food Chef Deborah Durrant will delight you with a field to fork 5-course lunch and wine. Full of fresh Hampshire produce with layer upon layer of flavour combinations!

Booking Information: Booking essential.

Tickets cost £65 per person. Not suitable for children.

Wallops Wood Cottages, Sheardley Lane, Droxford, SO32 3QY 01489 878888 www.wallopswoodcottages.co.uk

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Laverstoke Park Farm Tour and Wine Tasting, Sat 13th July, 10.45am – 2pm

Laverstoke Park Farm near Overton will open their biodynamic vineyard to the public for the first time. Take a trailer ride to meet their famous water buffalo, followed by a vineyard tour and wine tasting.

All rounded off with a BBQ featuring Laverstoke’s finest produce.

Booking Information: Booking is essential.

Tickets cost £30 per adult. Not suitable for children. No disabled access available.

Laverstoke Park Farm, Overton Road, RG25 3DR 01256 772680 vineyard@laverstokepark.co.uk www.laverstokepark.co.uk

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Cherry Orchard Tours and Cherry Market, Sat 20th and Sun 21st July, 10am – 4:30pm

Learn how cherries are grown and harvested on a guided tour of Hampshire’s largest cherry orchards. Many different varieties available to buy at the cherry market.

Picnics welcome. Booking Information: Free to attend. No need to book.

Blackmoor Estate, Blackmoor, Liss Hampshire GU34 3LR (nearest postcode) 01420 476003 www.blackmoorestate.co.uk

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Gorilla Gin School, every Saturday in July, 2.00pm – 5.00pm Learn the art of distillation with Gorilla Distillery’s in-house experts. You will design your own gin using their extensive library of botanicals before distilling, naming and bottling it to take home. Leaving just enough for them to make you your perfect G&T. Booking Information: Booking essential.

Special Festival Price £99 (usually £125!).

Call to book. Not suitable for children.

Gorilla Distillery, The Workshop, Manor Farm Yard, Upton Grey, RG25 2RQ info@gorillaspirits.co.uk 01420 446175 www.gorillaspirits.co.uk

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Vineyards of Hampshire Fizz Festival, Sun 21st July, 12pm – 4:30pm The seventh annual wine festival will be hosted by Exton Park Vineyard. Taste wine from eight of Hampshire’s vineyards, enjoy live music and delicious food from Hampshire Fare food stalls, sip wine from the glass at the Fizz Bar, meet the winemakers, book wine workshops and go on a tractor ride and see the stunning 55 acre vineyard just up the hill at Exton Park.

Booking Information: Booking advisable.

Tickets cost £15 per person when prebooked (£20 on the door).

To book tickets please search Fizz Fest at www.eventbrite.co.uk.

Exton Park Vineyard, Warnford Road, Exton, SO32 3NT 01489 878788 events@vineyardsofhampshire.co.uk www.vineyardsofhampshire.co.uk

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Salami Making and Meat Curing, Sat 27th July, 10am – all day

Learn the principles of butchery, meat curing and salami making with Barry Walker, award-winning ‘Salami Wrangler’.

Experience how to cure a ‘pig in a day’, whole muscle curing, salami making, fermentation, maturation and air-dried hams. A perfect day for true foodies, carnivores and meat-heads!

Booking Information: Booking is essential.

Limited availability, call for more details.

The Hampshire Salami Company, Wolverton Park, Wolverton, RG26 5RU 07990 556090 cured@HampshireSalami.co.uk www.HampshireSalami.co.uk

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Local Kadai Barbeque with Mill Farm Organic meats, Sun 28th July, 12pm – 3pm

Join Applegarth Farm to experience their amazing Kadai Barbeque and all that it offers in creating an amazing barbeque experience. With exceptional organic meats reared at Mill Farm Organic and delicious local produce.

Booking Information: Booking is essential. Book your place now to avoid disappointment.

Applegarth Farm, Headley Road, Grayshott, GU26 6JL 01428 712777 www.applegarthfarm.co.uk

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New Forest and Hampshire County Show, 30th July – 1st August, 8am – 6:30pm

Three days of agricultural fun and entertainment for the whole family to enjoy.

Find Hampshire Fare in the Local Produce Market Area and learn more about local produce. Check out the cookery theatre in the Local Produce Market Area with live demos from chefs including MasterChef 2016 winner, Jane Devonshire.

Booking Information: Tickets cost £21 per adult, £20 per OAP, £1 per child (5-15) under 5’s go free. Purchase online in advance for a discounted rate.

New Forest National Park, Brockenhurst SO42 7QH 01590 622400 info@newforestshow.co.uk www.newforestshow.co.uk

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The first and only distillery on the Isle of Wight was licensed in 2014 by friends Xavier Baker and Conrad Gauntlett. Combining a wealth of experience in brewing and wine-making with locally sourced ingredients, they have created a range of premium spirits that express the beauty and character of the island they love. Situated on the outskirts of Ryde in stunning countryside, visitors are invited to watch the distilling process, sample the spirits on offer in the Mermaid Bar or enjoy a gin & tonic on the terrace, looking out over the valley.

A small batch, hand-crafted spirit, the distillery’s signature spirit Mermaid Gin captures the essence of the Island, blending locally sourced botanicals, including rock samphire foraged from chalk cliffs, to produce its smooth yet complex flavour.

Alongside Mermaid, the Isle of Wight Distillery produces a range of premium spirits, including whisky, the first barrel of which was laid down in

2015, Mermaid Vodka and HMS Victory-branded Navy Strength Barrel-aged Gin and Rum, which incorporates real oak from the famous warship in a unique and exclusive partnership with the National Museum of the Royal Navy. The spirit range is hand-crafted in small batches and slowly distilled before being cut with local spring water and bottled on the Island. The result is an awardwinning range of spirits with a contemporary style, layered complexity and signature smooth delivery.

The Isle of Wight Distillery is committed to environmentally friendly production, the preservation of the Island and the marine environment.

A chance to WIN a bottle of Gin Contact: office@isleofwightdistillery.com +44 (0)1983 613653 www.isleofwightdistillery.com www.mermaidspirit.uk

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