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Hard to believe June is around the corner! The weather seemed to be improving but as I write this its pouring with rain. Just as I had got my summer wardrobe out!

June sees the beginning of summer days out though and lots of venues are gearing up now ready for the summer peak period. If there’s somewhere special that you know of and we don’t why not drop us a line on Facebook or email directly into us and let us know, reader reviews are always welcome!

T and Gromit are having a quiet month showing, this month, taking a bit of a well earned break until the summer season starts in earnest! Meanwhile the grooming never stops! Speaking of which, we are hoping to attend the charity open day / fun dog show on Sunday 11th June 12-4 pm at A Groom with a View, Woodbank, Old wood , Skellingthorpe , Lincoln LN6 5UA. Looks like a great afternoon, hope to see you there!

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Finance

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Different Types Of Holiday Insurance: Are You Fully Covered? which might be suitable for you?

Buying holiday insurance can sometimes take a back seat when you’re planning to get away. It’s an important investment in your health and safety, however, offering protection and reassurance if something goes wrong when you’re a long way from home.

The cost of holiday insurance depends on a number of factors including your age, the length of time you’ll be away, whether or not you’re travelling alone, and the types of activity on the agenda.

A comprehensive ‘standard’ policy generally covers the following, although policies do vary: • Holiday cancellation or missed departure.

• Theft.

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European/worldwide travel The expense of repatriating travellers from countries outside Europe, or obtaining medical treatment in the USA for example, is very high.

Insurance companies have to take this into account when pricing their policies, so if you’re only travelling to Europe the cost should be lower than for worldwide travel.

Take care to check whether a specified number of days are mentioned in the policy. Your insurance will be invalid if you exceed this number, and you won’t be eligible to make any type of claim.

Winter/extreme sports A ‘standard’ holiday insurance policy usually contains exclusion clauses relating to winter or extreme sports due to the additional risk of injury.

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Gap year/backpackers’ insurance Backpackers’ insurance provides cover for an extended length of time away from home, but there may be certain limitations specified in the policy, for example the number of times you can return to the UK. There could also be restrictions on returning home before the stated period ends, so it’s important to check the details with this type of policy. Unlike annual insurance where you can go away for several trips during a 12-month period, gap year and backpackers’ insurance covers one extended holiday break.

Family policies Family travel policies generally require all those included on the policy to live at the same address, and can be a cheaper option than insuring each family member individually. Some insurers offer higher rates of cover, or even free insurance for children under a certain age.

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Some insurance companies offer one member of the group free insurance as an incentive.

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Annual or multi trip insurance is more suitable if you’re going away more than once a year, but there’s usually a maximum allowable duration which is generally 90 days.

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Horoscopes by Russell Grant ARIES

LEO

March 21st - April 20th

24th - August 23rd

Doing work around the house will be a good way to spend your time at the start of June. Repairing or replacing appliances, upgrading plumbing systems and checking out faulty wiring.

The Full Moon on the 9th will bring a disappointing result with a legal or official matter. Resist the temptation to hide away from the world.

Your ideas will be well-received at the beginning of June making this a great time to give a presentation or make a proposal. Money will be tight, so be prepared to work with a limited budget.

The Full Moon on the 9th will force you to reconsider a romantic relationship.

You may decide your partner is more trouble than they are worth.

SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - Dec 21st Friendship could turn to romance at the beginning of the month. If you're already in a relationship, your partner will encourage you to take a life enhancing decision. Follow their advice. On the 24th, the New Moon will bring a handsome windfall. Use the money from a legal settlement, insurance refund or inheritance for a down payment on a home.

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April 21st - May 21st

August 24th - Sept 23rd

December 22nd - Jan 20th

You'll be getting lots of admiring glances at the beginning of June, when your natural charisma will be powerfully accentuated. On the 9th, the Full Moon will bring about an unexpected challenge to your finances. You'll have to dip into savings or go into debt to put things right. The New Moon on the 24th will prompt you to take a class, learn a skill or begin a writing project.

The start of June will be stimulating on the home as well as the work fronts.

Your love life could suffer while you're busy running between your place and the office. You'll have to spread yourself thinly at the middle of the month, when your boss will need you to review some very detailed documents.

A creative project will bring you lots of satisfaction in the early days of June.

This is a great time to redecorate a drab room, begin work on a book or take up a new interest. On the 9th, an embarrassing secret will come to light.

Instead of denying the truth, own up to it. This will allow you to repair some broken relationships and make a fresh start.

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LIBRA

AQUARIUS

May 22nd - June 21st

September 24th - Oct 23rd

January 21st - Feb 19th

People will be very receptive to your ideas at the beginning of the month.

Take this opportunity to go for a job interview, ask for a date or submit creative work for review. The Full Moon on the 9th will put a great deal of strain on a close relationship. You may decide to part from an impractical person who often fails to keep their promises.

The Full Moon on the 9th could bring some disappointing news about a job; your work may not be as well received as expected. Pick yourself up and dust yourself and make a fresh start around the middle of the month. On the 24th, the New Moon will bring an exciting opportunity to climb the ladder of success.

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June 22nd - July 23rd

October 24th - Nov 22nd

On the 9th, you could experience some physical problems. Get a medical consultation for a nagging ache or pain.

Working behind the scenes toward the middle of the month will be instructive.

Team up with an unconventional leader who is more interested in innovation than tradition. The New Moon on the 24th is ideal for starting a job or assuming another role.

You'll have a chance to create long term financial security at the start of June. At the middle of the month, you might have to put some expenses on a credit card until your finances begin to improve. The New Moon on the 24th will attract an exciting opportunity to expand your horizons through travel, writing or studying.

You will make a splash on social media at the beginning of the month. The Full Moon on the 9th will force you to back out of a social engagement. On the 24th, the New Moon will help you make headway with a health regime.

Following a better diet, taking daily exercise and getting more sleep will make you look and feel much better.

PISCES Feb 20th - March 20th A grant, loan or gift will allow you to make a cherished dream come true at the beginning of June. To give thanks to the Universe, make a donation to your favourite charity. This will keep the good karma flowing. On the 9th, the Full Moon will put you at the centre of a controversy. You might have to take the blame for someone else's mistake or issue an apology for a wrong move.

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Home & Interiors The Art of Display

By Katherine Sorrell

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Tom and the Monkey Wrench

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I drained my cocoa, turned off the bedside lamp and lay prostrate to await the Sandmanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dusty grip.

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Eventually Sarah tapped me on the shoulder. “Tom, what on earth is that?”

“My monkey wrench.”

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By Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

Carers Week: Who Cares for The Carers?

Carers Week is an annual awareness event highlighting the challenges carers face and celebrating their contribution.

This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campaign, supported by charities, businesses and government, runs from 12th to 18th June and focuses on Building Carer Friendly Communities: â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;places that understand a carerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s daily reality and do what they can to make life a little bit easier for them.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

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ARE YOU A HIDDEN CARER? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Please donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t call me a carer - I donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t want that title. I am her VRQ QRW D FDUHU Âľ â&#x20AC;&#x153;I pop in to my neighbour every day and do all her shopping and cleaning for her, but I am not her carer. They go in to get KHU XS DQG ZDVKHG Âľ These responses, gathered by a recent campaign to identify â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;hiddenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; carers, highlight a common problem. Many carers donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t see themselves as carers if they donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help someone dress, take medication, move about or go to the loo - or if WKH\¡UH ÂśMXVW¡ D KXVEDQG ZLIH mum, dad, son, daughter, friend or good neighbour.

Yet helping with shopping, laundry, cleaning, cooking, IRUP Ă&#x20AC;OOLQJ RU PRQH\ management is all part of caring, and caring is caring - whoever itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s for.

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practical and emotional support for themselves and those they care for.

BUILDING CARER FRIENDLY COMMUNITIES If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re an employer, give any employees who are carers as PXFK Ă H[LELOLW\ DV SRVVLEOH This could mean: â&#x20AC;˘ An extended lunch hour, giving them time to eat and check on the person they care for. â&#x20AC;˘ Shorter working days. Â&#x2021; $GDSWHG RU Ă H[LEOH VWDUW Ă&#x20AC;QLVK times. â&#x20AC;˘ Flexibility to work more when they can, while allowing time off for appointments etc.

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The Carers Week campaign is urging us to: â&#x20AC;˘ Recommend carer-friendly organisations, services and businesses. â&#x20AC;˘ Run awareness and fundraising events. â&#x20AC;˘ Pledge to support carers and make our own organisations carer-friendly.

HelĂŠna Herklots CBE, said: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carers have told us that it makes a huge difference to their lives when they are supported by their local services and communitiesâ&#x20AC;Ś ZKHWKHU WKDW¡V RIIHULQJ D Ă H[LEOH GP appointment, having Ă H[LEOH ZRUNLQJ SROLFLHV RU raising awareness in schools of caring, it can make a positive GLIIHUHQFH Âľ

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CARING IN THE UK The facts: Â&#x2021; 7KUHH RXW RI Ă&#x20AC;YH RI XV ZLOO become a carer at some point. â&#x20AC;˘ Around 6.5 million people in the UK provide unpaid care for a disabled, ill or older relative or friend; 2 million are older people with their own health problems. â&#x20AC;˘ At least 380,000 older carers in England provide 50+ hours of care a week without any help from their local authority. â&#x20AC;˘ Over 100,000 people in their eighties and beyond are caring full-time. â&#x20AC;˘ 38% of carers in a recent MND Association survey were unaware of their right to a Carersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Assessment. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We know that caring for a

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Use Locally - Issue 50 June 2017 SOURCES OF SUPPORT FOR CARERS If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re a carer, help is available and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vital that you get the support you need.

The NHS Choice Care Page has an extensive section for carers, covering assessments, money and legal matters and caring issues. www.nhs. uk/conditions/social-care-andsupport-guide/Pages/what-issocial-care.aspx The eight charities below support Carers Week and the services they offer include counselling, practical and Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO KHOS UHVSLWH FDUH DQG advice. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s worth investigating RWKHU FKDULWLHV VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;F WR WKH condition of the person you care for, too.

Age UK offers counselling, support groups, day and respite care, and advice on Carersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; $VVHVVPHQWV DQG EHQHĂ&#x20AC;WV www.ageuk.org.uk/home-andcare/advice-for-carers/are-you-

a-carer; Tel: 0800 678 1174 Carers Trust offers individually tailored support, services and activities for those caring, unpaid, for a relative or friend. www.carers.org; email support@carers.org; Tel: 0300 772 9600 Carers UK supports, connects and campaigns for carers with its network of partners. www. carersuk.org/help-and-advice; email: advice@carersuk.org; Tel: 0808 808 7777 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm Independent Age provides free advice and information to older people and their families. www. independentage.org; email: advice@independentage.org; Tel: 0800 319 6789 Mon-Fri 10am-4.30pm Macmillan Cancer Support can provide practical, emotional DQG Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO VXSSRUW IRU carers. www.macmillan.org. uk/information-and-support/ audience/looking-after-

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Face-Agram Or Instabook? The Mature Userâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Guide To Social Media

by Kate McLelland

Nowadays grandparents are proving a match for their grandchildren when it comes to posting comments and uploading photos to social networking sites such as Facebook.

Social mediaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s fastest growing demographic is older users.

When the seniorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; website silversurfers.com recently surveyed over three thousand of its members, it found that 81% of the sample checked their Facebook accounts more than once a day.

But what if you havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t yet ventured into social networking? How do you know where to start? If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve always wanted to dip your toe into the social networking pool - but fear youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll drown in a sea of unfamiliar terms and bizarre practices - hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a quick guide to three of the most popular platforms: FACEBOOK According to silversurfers. com, Facebook is the platform of choice for the over-50s.

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Short Sho rtt Sto Story ry IIsolated solated d Sho Showers wers As Arlene pushed open th the e front door a cascade of mail ma ail spilled across the mat. She She scooped it up hurriedly and and sideboard. ard. placed it on Juneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Juneâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sidebo Though glad to see that the th he for house was still standing fo or when June returned from her holiday,, Arlene was anxious holiday anxiou us to garden.. check on the back garden Aunty June had asked herr to pop p p round and water the broad b beans while she was away. awayy.

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China Pandas in Chengdu

By Solange Hando Only 1,000 giant pandas are believed to survive in the wilds of China, 80% of them in the south-west province of Sichuan where, in 1987, a Research and Breeding Centre for Giant Pandas was set up in a northern suburb of Chengdu. From the original six pandas rescued at the start of the programme, nearly 100 have been successfully bred, thus increasing the population without affecting those in the wild. Today this awardwinning centre is one of the best places in the world to see giant pandas in a semi-wild environment.

In this natural environment the pandas are not as pristine and white as their cuddly toy counterparts, but despite their somewhat muddy bottoms you canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t help falling in love with those big dark eyes that seem to look straight into your soul.

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Have you ever wondered what it would be like to revisit your childhood school?

For a number of former Wellow House School pupils, ‘wondering’ recently became a reality as they once again ventured into the idyllic, 20-acre grounds to refresh their childhood memories. It was clear they had revelled in their Wellow experience – with one Old Wellovian proudly pointing out his name on the ‘Outstanding Pupil of the Year’ board in 1984 – but even more so that they considered Wellow House to be ‘in excellent hands’ in 2017.

Looking around the school today, isn’t difficult to see why.

The gentle sounds of leather on willow on a warm June afternoon, harmonious voices from the music room or laughter from the playground still resonate at Wellow. Today’s Wellow child is happy, confident and articulate, safe in the knowledge they have a head start to a bright future.

With small class sizes, high academic standards and a wealth of activities – including tennis, cricket, archery, swimming in the school’s own 20m pool, boarding sleepover events and a host of musical and artistic opportunities – our boys and girls aged between 3 and 13 years simply flourish in the beautiful surroundings close to Rufford Abbey and Sherwood Forest Country Parks.

It was delightful to welcome parents of former pupils back to Wellow, too. Wellow House has

always enjoyed a family atmosphere – something we are continuing to celebrate in style on Tuesday 20th June with our Grandparents and New Parents’ Day. Extended family or friends, who play such an increasingly important role in children’s lives, are warmly invited to join in an afternoon of activities from 2.00pm in the Pre-Prep department. The Pre-Prep facility is available for children from 3 years, so please do feel free to come along and see the nurturing, caring environment we offer.

Wellow House School may be well-established, creating a host of happy memories for many pupils around Nottinghamshire and beyond, but we look firmly towards an exciting future with a wide range of events planned for 2017-18, both locally and further afield.

Join us at our next Open Morning on Thursday 15th June from 9.30-11.30am, and see what Wellow House can offer your child.

Bursaries and Scholarships are available for local children in years 3 to 8, and transport is available from local towns and villages.

Please call the Registrar, Heather Sales, for further details on (01623) 861054 or e-mail registrar@wellowhouseschool.co.uk.

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By James Baggott

Kia Picanto

Kia wants to ditch their blue rinse image and target a younger age group with their spiced up city car. The refreshed model teams sporty looks with a more focused driving style to woo young professionals to part with their cash. But are the tweaks enough?

LOOKS AND IMAGE Kia has worked hard to liven things up, with an extended â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;tiger noseâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; grille, smart LED driving lights and a large front air intake. Double wheel arches DGG Ă DLU WKHUH¡V D ÂśVKDUN¡ antenna and the GT-Line VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ LQFOXGHV VSRUW\ UHG trim and a twin-tipped exhaust.

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wheelbase and reducing the front overhang, but rear legroom is still limited.

Up front youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll sit shoulder to shoulder with your passenger, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s ample leg room and the driving position is comfortable.

Autonomous emergency braking â&#x20AC;&#x201C; which warns, then stops you, if it senses a crash â&#x20AC;&#x201C; as well as a smart torque vectoring system that improves handling by braking individual wheels are also available.

WHATâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S UNDER THE BONNET? Three engine options are offered: a 1.0-litre, 67bhp, 89g/ km, three-cylinder; a 1.2-litre, 84bhp, 104g/km four-cylinder; and a 1.0-litre turbo charged, 100bhp version of the three cylinder. We couldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t try the latter but both the 1.0-litre and 1.2-litre are punchy and more than adequately powered.

Our pick is the 1.2-litre, which hits 60mph in 12 seconds, tops out at 107mph and returns 61.4mpg. Manual and automatic options are available across the range.

BEHIND THE WHEEL The Picanto will divide opinion.

Older buyers looking for a comfortable ride will notice the improved suspension. However, the sprightly engines, quicker turn in and faster steering may make them feel too hurried behind the wheel - exactly what Kia is hoping younger buyers

will appreciate.

Overall thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a noticeable improvement in both ride and handling, largely thanks to reduced weight and a stiffer body, but whether thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s suitable for you will depend on your driving style.

VALUE FOR MONEY As the time of the test there were few details as to what options will feature on UK models. Kia UK will follow the conventional Kia strategy of one, two, and three levels of VSHFLĂ&#x20AC;FDWLRQ DQG WKH *7 /LQH driven here, will slot between two and three.

In the GT-Line model we tried at the Spanish launch, a seveninch media screen, wireless charging for mobiles, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay all featured, along with a heated steering wheel and seats, climate control and electric windows and mirrors.

VERDICT Kia has sharpened up the looks and driving dynamics of the third generation Picanto.

In titanium silver or shiny red it looks striking, and will likely attract younger buyers who demand cool technology.

However, these tweaks may put off the stalwart Picanto EX\HU .LD LV FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQW WKRXJK and is promising â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;modest price risesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; over the current range.

The entry level model will be no more than ÂŁ9,000 and the top of the range no more than ÂŁ14,000. That said, theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve meddled with a well-known formula and that brings risk â&#x20AC;&#x201C; only time will tell if the gamble will pay off.

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Use The Summer Months To Help Your Dog Become Fit And Healthy

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As we all know, it’s very easy to put on weight during the winter without even realising it. The same applies to your dog, who might currently be displaying a larger than expected stomach - but it’s easy to help them lose weight and EHFRPH ÀWWHU

play into their exercise regime will work wonders. You can build a home-made agility course using large boxes and tubes, or buy the ready-made versions from pet stores and supermarkets. Hide and seek, or playing ball games on the beach will also be well received.

It’s not always obvious that your dog is gaining weight though, so it’s a good idea to have regular checks using your vet’s scales. Taking photos of your dog every few weeks during the whole year will also reveal any additional poundage.

Portion control Exercise plus careful control over how much your dog eats is a powerful combination for losing weight. It’s so easy to lose track of their food intake during a day, but choose a good quality food that will be easily digested.

So what else can you do to help them shed their excess weight during the longer days of summer?

Help from your vet Most vets run weight-loss clinics which are useful if you also have any health concerns about your dog. The vet can offer valuable advice, and make sure you’re giving them the correct food.

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Positive Reward based training for your dog

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Beginners Obedience & Agility Classes These classes are available from 6 months of age and will involve the following l Emphasis on obedience l Working on control whilst off the lead l Teaching directional control l Wider variety of commands Again classes and courses will be tailored to individual needs and personal training programmes.

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