Waterfront Life - January 2019

ISSUE 26 • JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2019

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The New Year symbolises fresh starts, big changes and new beginnings: and this sentiment is reflected here at Waterfront Life.

Editor’s WORD

As Richard moves on to dedicate his time to the evergrowing work of Student Life, the time has come for me to step into his size 10s and take over the role of Editor.

When I joined WFL as Business Development Manager back in December 2017, there were many directions in which I wanted to grow the magazine: predominantly, of course, by collaborating with more of the amazing businesses, individuals and organisations in the area; but also by introducing more focused supplements of the magazine, dedicated to industries and interests such as Food, Travel and Events.

Now that we have successfully started putting these exciting developments in place, I’m confident that the future of WFL is as bright and sunny as the day I moved into my Waterfront apartment back in 2014 and fell in love with the area.

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Exciting times ahead all round – I hope you continue to enjoy our publication as much as we enjoy producing it; here’s to a successful 2019.

Wishing you all the best

Danielle Stewart

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On another ‘new beginnings’ note, this issue sees us combining January and February into one, as our wonderful designer Carly takes a well-earned break to have a baby!

We are thrilled and wish Carly (& Ben!) all the best in their beautiful new chapter.

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LEISURE THE VIEW FROM THE

SALTHOUSE WRITTEN BY DANIELLE STEWART

A new baby on its way is one of the greatest causes for celebration, but organising an event that will please a large and diverse group of people can be difficult!

When my best friend announced her pregnancy earlier this year, I immediately thought ‘I better start planning the baby shower!’. With the baby due not long after the festive period, it made sense to organise the event for early December (before the majority of the guests said goodbye to their

hard-earned money on Christmas gifts!). With a guest list of 14; ranging from grandmothers to teenagers, finding somewhere suitable to celebrate could have been a real challenge.

Fortunately, I had previously visited The Salthouse for afternoon tea with a friend, and knew the spread they put on was the envy of establishments in the area. I sent an email to The Salthouse enquiring about prices and availability, and received a very helpful response confirming the date and time I required, along with a price for the perfect package. Often, if you book an event for a large group, a venue will require a deposit to confirm the booking – luckily, I was saved the stress of having to co-ordinate this as a deposit was not requested. Relief could take over – the hard part was done!

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SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Upon arrival at The Salthouse on the day of the celebration, I was thrilled to see a beautifully-laid table across a large area of the restaurant – nothing worse than being crammed into a corner of the room when you are the largest group there! We were able to decorate the table with balloons and accessories and had a good amount of time to do so before the mother-to-be arrived; perfect to ensure no last-minute dilemmas.

We were handed the menus prior to ordering our drinks, and the extremely helpful and friendly waiting staff explained that hot drinks were unlimited, and every food item on the menu would be included in our teas. One of the party was a vegetarian (and also pregnant!), which posed no issues to the kitchen as they prepared her her own

selection of vegetarian- and bump-friendly foods to dine on.

The food was amazing; with all the party commenting on how beautifully presented and tasty the spread was. Smoked salmon finger sandwiches, decadent chocolate brownies, zesty lemon meringue tarts and fresh cream scones all featured on the substantial cake stands laid out for us – only two managed to polish theirs off!

We were blown away by the attentive service we received alongside incredible food: nothing was too much trouble, and we left feeling thoroughly spoilt. Most importantly, the mother-to-be had a wonderful time, and we will certainly be back (baby in tow!) for more.

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WATERFRONT DOMES ADD STYLE TO SPECIAL OCCASIONS WITH ISAACS

There’s been a buzz about Isaacs on the Quay in the past few weeks.

Walk along Ipswich Waterfront and you’ll see why. Isaacs has set four igloo-style domes onto its balcony overlooking the Waterfront.

Isaacs on the Quay has always been a great destination for entertaining – both within its unique bars, Coffee Shop and function rooms, as well as in the courtyard and on the balcony.

Now, you can take advantage of a brand new way to enjoy a great night out – in clear PVC domes fitted with all the mod cons needed to ensure you stay warm and dry, while enjoying stunning views over the marina.

The perfect venue for any occasion, including parties, birthdays, family gatherings and business networking, the already highly

coveted domes offer a truly personalised atmosphere to al fresco parties on the balcony. General Manager, Alex Tiunovs, tells us why Isaacs decided to offer this new style of year-round outdoor entertaining.

ADDING WARMTH TO OUTDOOR VIEWS “We often hear that the views from our balcony are so special that you could imagine yourself anywhere in the world. Each dome comes with stylish décor, plus heating and blankets, so the vista can be enjoyed, in a warm environment during the cooler months.

“We’ve also fitted speakers, allowing customers to play their individual choice of music from their own digital devices.”

A RANGE OF AFFORDABLE BOOKING OPTIONS Each dome is set-up to accommodate eight people and customers wishing to book can select from a range of packages. The Waterfront, Marina and Quay packages come

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“Stunning views, tasty tapas and waterfront drinks. Warm and dry in all weathers. These cosy new domes on the Isaacs balcony are perfectly situated for outdoor entertaining with a difference.” complete with tasty tapas and a selection of drinks, while bespoke packages can be tailored for conferences and for those wishing to select other menu options.

From garlic mushrooms to pork belly bites, through to sticky chicken wings and Adobo spiced ribs, our chefs have mixed up a special menu to match these superb spaces.”

“Our entry-level ‘Quay’ package costs just £200 Sunday to Thursday or £250 Friday and Saturday and includes two jugs of sangria or two bottles of prosecco, plus tapas for eight people for up to four hours.

OUTDOOR DINING WITH A DIFFERENCE

“Our Waterfront package adds extra dishes to the tapas menu, as well as 12 bottles of Corona into the deal and is priced at £250 Sunday to Thursday or £300 Friday and Saturday.”

ADDED FLAVOUR WITH OUR NEW TAPAS MENU “Perfect for combining taste sensations with easy conversation, we’ve launched a new tapas menu to be enjoyed with each booking in the domes.

Each made of clear PVC, the Isaacs domes give the feeling of being outdoors, but with warmth and cosiness brought by heaters and soft furnishings, as well as the Isaacs welcome offered to every customer.

“We’re thrilled with the response to our domes so far and we look forward to welcoming you, whether you have a special occasion to celebrate or you’d simply like to enjoy a different style of dining with us.”

The igloo-style domes at Isaacs on the Quay are available for bookings seven days a week. Call 01473 284000 or email weddings@isaaclord.org to find out more. www.isaaclord.org

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Saints Reflections: Looking Back and Forward WRITTEN BY CATHY FROST

As we look forward to a New Year, it’s worth taking stock of our year on the Saints. Against the backdrop of challenging times for our high streets, the Saints continues to strive to deliver a quality small high street experience.

We welcomed several new businesses to the Saints. We have Ipswich’s first Harry Potter shop, which has proved very popular. Emma’s Florist opened her second shop on St Peters Street. Jackie’s Deli has opened on the corner of Rose Lane; another great coffee shop. I Scream relocated to the courtyard adjacent to the Thomas Wolsey Pub and can now offer outdoor seating. The old Claude Cox building has new owners and renovations are continuing there. During the summer’s Heritage Weekend, the building was opened to visitors and some of us were lucky to attend the lecture on the history of the building and the area. On St Nicholas Street, Doorsteps gained a new owner, the Loft opened offering beauty treat experiences with Prosecco! And finally, Palmers Estate Agents relocated to the top of St Nicholas Street.

Rovian Sports, who died in the summer. He had been a retailer in Ipswich for over 40 years both on St Peters and Queens Streets, he will be missed by many.

Some of the highlights of our year were the very successful Street Markets in June and December. It was great to welcome back lots of old friends and meet loads of new visitors.

The Saints Community Interest Company was formed in June to enable the Traders to continue to support the local community. It was also exciting to see the Pyre Parade, part of the Spill Festival, march through the Saints in November.

Congratulations must go to Jenny Wren’s Yarns and Applaud Coffee for winning more awards in 2018; great to have award-winning neighbours amongst us! The Saints sadly didn’t make the final shortlist for the Great British High Street Competition, but we were highly commended.

As we look forward to 2019, the main focus for the Saints CIC will be to deliver more markets and events. With challenging times ahead for both the high street and the unknown effects of Brexit, the Saints wants to continue to provide a varied and interesting visitor experience: linking the town centre with its new plaza, to the beautiful Waterfront. We look forward to welcoming you in 2019, and thank you to all those who have supported us in 2018.

Sadly, we said goodbye to a very dear friend and colleague, Malcolm Marriott, owner of 8 • JA N UA RY 2019 • WATERFRONT LIFE

MYSTERY SHOP REPORT

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PANCAKES? VENUE: PEAKY PANCAKES, UPPER ORWELL STREET TIME: WEEKEND LUNCHTIME

Anything to do with pancakes and all the sugar physically possible is an automatic win for this month’s shopper – so she was delighted to be asked to mystery shop one of the newest venues in town! Combining the era of the 1920s with its ‘Peaky Blinders’ feel to the café, Peaky Pancakes is quickly proving a hit in the town, and here’s why…

LOCATION:

Peaky Pancakes is in a great location; right on the corner of Upper Orwell Street heading straight into town. There is plenty of parking around as it is the main route into the town centre, you certainly cannot miss this place with its unique outside views. 4/5 SERVICE:

When we first arrived we were greeted and told to take a seat. There was quite a few of us, so we picked the bigger table, and seeing that we had brought our kids to the café, the lovely gentleman (complete with authentic flat cap!) put cartoons on for the kids to watch, which kept them entertained for a short while! This was such a lovely touch as not many venues have the resources for this. We got up to order and he was very efficient; it wasn’t very busy at the time, but he had a few takeaway orders to deal with first, regardless, he was still very quick in getting our sugar fix to us. 4/5 9 • JA N UA RY 2019 • WATERFRONT LIFE

FOOD:

You will be surprised to know that Peaky Pancakes serve dishes other than your ‘typical’ pancakes; they offer savoury dishes as well - including burgers, savoury pancakes and hotdogs! There is a variety of what you can have on your pancakes: original lemon and sugar, chocolate, banana etc - calorie heaven! You get quite a decent size portion for what you pay. The beauty about this place is that you can see it all being cooked with the open-plan kitchen – reassuring that it’s all freshly made and all cooked to order. 5/5 VALUE FOR MONEY:

The prices are very reasonable: you can get a pancake and a drink for under £6, which is a real bargain! Similar places often charge twice the price. If you didn’t fancy something sweet, you can have a savoury dish for a similar price; a burger and drink is around £8. Overall, great value for money. 5/5

Overall it was a successful visit, I would recommend Peaky Pancakes to everyone. The décor fitting its Peaky Blinders theme, with the dark décor and rustic chairs it certainly makes a stand, along with its decent size portions and affordable prices. I would like to hope this continues and will keep making delicious food bringing many people through their doors.

OVERALL SCORE

4.5/5

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thank you FOR DOING YOUR BIT IN 2019

It’s at this time of year we make our resolutions to be happier, healthier and do something good for the environment.

Myself and Suffolk County Council’s Waste Team wish to say a big thank you to each and every one of you for thinking about our environment.

ou can re-use single use plastics, Y like plastic cutlery, straws, cups and bottled drinks.

T ry buying fruit and veg loose when doing the weekly food shop. se washable lunchboxes, water bottles U and coffee cups instead of disposable options.

Christmas and New Year festivities generate more cards, wrapping paper, plastic and glass bottles waiting to be recycled. So at this time of year it’s particularly important to make full use of your recycling bin and local Recycling Centres. Your closest ones are Ipswich Recycling Centre on Portman Walk and Foxhall Recycling Centre.

Still unsure about what can and can’t be recycled?

To help you keep your resolution to protect the planet, we’ve come up with some easy to follow tips and information.

Check out www.suffolkrecycling.org.uk for a wealth of information and an A – Z guide on what rubbish needs to go where.

Did you know that one of the best ways to reduce the amount of rubbish we have, is to try and avoid it in the first place? The first thing we can all consider is whether something needs the packaging it is often presented or if there is an alternative with less packaging.

Thank you for caring about your environment.

PAUL WEST

Suffolk County Council Cabinet Member for Ipswich, Communities and Waste.

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IMPROVEMENTS TO BE MADE TO ST PETER’S WHARF ON IPSWICH WATERFRONT Works to improve St Peter’s Wharf in Ipswich are due to start in the new year. The work, which is being delivered by Suffolk County Council (SCC) in partnership with Ipswich Borough Council (IBC), will provide a better experience for pedestrians and cyclists travelling through the wharf and will further improve the Waterfront area.

The aim of the scheme is to enhance the area by introducing footways and a clearly defined carriageway. A seating area will be created along with the installation of trees and bicycle parking. The addition of trees and seating area will provide an area for people to relax and take in the Waterfront surroundings and with the footway on the southern side raised to allow views across the new cut.

The works which will begin on the 7 January 2019, will take place along the wharf between Stoke Bridge, Bridge Street and Foundry Lane, opposite Dance East. The scheme has been designed to cater for the high number of pedestrians and cyclists that use the area as well as accommodating large vehicles accessing the Port.

Funding for scheme, which will cost in the region of £750,000, was secured via a bid to the Coastal Community Fund by Ipswich Vision.

Paul West Suffolk County Council cabinet member for Ipswich, communities and waste said; “I am delighted that this work is taking place, a lot of development has taken place on the waterfront over the past few years and St Peter’s Wharf has become a much-used route for road users. These vital improvements will mean that visitors to the waterfront whether it be pedestrians, cyclist or motorists have the opportunity to enjoy the St Peter’s Wharf area.”

Cllr David Ellesmere, Leader of Ipswich Borough Council said; “We are incredibly grateful for the support from the Coastal Communities Fund which has allowed us to carry out these improvements to the public space around the entrance to St Peter’s Wharf.

This area is a key gateway between the town centre and waterfront and these works will ensure that it is brought up to the same high standard as the rest of the waterfront. These works are a precursor to future development of surrounding derelict buildings which will bring life back to this part of the waterfront.”

Terry Hunt, chairman of the Ipswich Vision board said; “This is an incredibly important gateway to our wonderful waterfront and these enhancements will enable this prominent part of our town to give a much-improved impression to residents and visitors. This scheme is another crucial example of the exciting regeneration of our county town.”

It is predicted that the scheme will take up to six months to complete due to improvements that will need to be made to underground infrastructure. The work which will be delivered six days a week (Monday – Saturday between 7am – 5pm) must also be completed in stages to ensure full access is maintained for all road users throughout the work.

For the duration of the scheme, there will be an out-bound lane closure in place and traffic exiting the dock will be required to exit via Foundry Lane. Temporary traffic signals will also be operational at times throughout the scheme. The signals will be manually controlled, including peak times from 7am to 7pm each working day. This is to alleviate delays and traffic queues.

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with various organisations within the local community to gain oral history accounts of those with connections to the church and the surrounding area.

MEMOIRS OF THE CHURCH St Clement’s Church, Fore Street, has been redundant for a number of years. It is the last of the medieval churches to find a new use. A dedicated team of volunteers are tirelessly working to establish the church as an Arts Centre and have opened the church to visitors whenever possible.

In September 2017, the church was opened to the public for the heritage open day. Whilst there, visitors commented upon how their parents had been married at the church and the idea for the Memories Project was born.

Established in July 2018, with a grant from the Heritage Lottery Fund, the Ipswich Arts Centre Memories Project has been working

The project aims to capture people’s stories alongside documents and photographs as a reminder of the importance the church once had for the local community and with its change of use, will once again.

Do you have any memories of St Clement’s Church or the surrounding area that you could share with the project? The project will display their findings at an exhibition at the University of Suffolk on 27th February-1st March 2019.

We are running Memory Cafés to answer any questions you may have about the project and share our progress with you. The next café will run on 12th January 2019, 11am-1pm, at the Suffolk Record Office, Gatacre Road and will include a light lunch. To book a place at the memory café or to share your stories please contact the project manager, Nicola Brand at iacmemories@gmail.com

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CHRISTMAS CAROL SERVICE WRITTEN BY LIZ HARSANT

Introducing...

I was delighted to move into my new flat just off the Waterfront a couple of months ago. Never before have I lived by the water, so it makes a pleasant change.

However, I see it as my job to campaign for things that will make Ipswich an even better place to live.

One of these priorities is transport. For me, the overriding infrastructure priority needs to be a northern bypass! When it comes to campaigning for this I plan to leave no stone left unturned. So far I’ve met with officials from the Department for Transport on two occasions and the County Council leader, to make clear my strong support.

Back in the summer, we thought it would be a good idea to hold a Carol Service at Christmas and so myself, Tom Rout - Vicar of the Waterfront Churches which includes St Luke’s in Cliff Lane - and members from the Margaret Catchpole Bowls Club met to discuss the idea, and subsequently on Christmas Eve, on the front of the Bowls Club, we held the very first Rivers Community Carol Service.

The service was conducted by Paul Rout and we were lucky to have the school choir from Cliff Lane Primary and the Ipswich Hospital Band join us. There were loads of sausage rolls, mince pies and homemade Christmas biscuits all helped down with a glass of mulled wine.

Interestingly, I also had a long chat with the Secretary of State for International Trade about it as well. Stressing to him the importance of a northern bypass from the perspective of our country’s largest and busiest sea container port: the Port of Felixstowe.

This issue needs to be covered from multiple angles and I will not shy away from being robust in calling for significant financial investment from the Government. Ipswich needs and deserves better transport infrastructure and less traffic. Rest assured, I’m on the case!

There was an amazing turn out in excess of 400 local residents all singing their hearts out. So we will definitely be doing it again next year.

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TOM HUNT Conservative, Prospective Parliamentary candidate for Ipswich www.tom4ipswich.com

IMAGE CREDIT : CATHY FROST

IPSWICH VISION: FOCUS ON 2019 UPDATE COURTESY OF THE IPSWICH VISION

2018 was a busy year for the Vision and the partners: with some important projects such as the Cornhill Regeneration and Crown Street Car Park being successfully delivered.

The challenge for 2019 is to build and develop on these, and help partners deliver on more projects.

High up the list is the Public Realm Strategy which is currently out for public consultation.

This will build on the work carried out on the Cornhill and help to deliver more improvements to the wider town; helping to improve how we move around the town and our experience in doing so. For more information regarding the public realm document visit www.ipswich.gov.uk.

In January, work will start on St. Peter’s Wharf - an important gateway to the Waterfront at Stoke Bridge. This will include works to the roadway and pavements; for more information visit www.suffolk.gov.uk.

Now work has been completed on the Cornhill, the next step is to implement and develop further ideas for the space. To develop the Cornhill into a flexible space for the

public, to maximise engagement with as many groups as possible from the community, and our incredibly diverse Arts Council Funded Portfolio holders including Dance East, Pacitti Company, Eastern Angles and New Wolsey Theatre. Partners are currently working on this. It will also be important to encourage its use throughout the year as a place to enjoy, take your lunch or enjoy the water feature [when it gets warmer!].

An exciting new project that is currently under construction is The Hold; a new heritage centre for Suffolk. The Vision partners are supporting Suffolk County Council and the University in promoting the wider benefits to the county as to what this new building can offer, both digitally on and off site, and as a visitor. A programme of community engagement is planned for the coming year.

The development of the Winerack is well on track with the marketing of the apartments now underway. The Maltings project on Princes Street is also progressing well.

For more information on the work of the Ipswich Vision please visit www.ipswichvision.co.uk and follow us on Twitter @ipsvision

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WRITTEN BY LOUISE SHADBOLT

If you have visited the Waterfront on any given week, there’s a good chance you will at some point have seen a large red and green vessel docked in Orwell Quay; offloading its timber to Anglo Norden.

The M.V. Suntis is the vessel that is used to bring Anglo Norden their goods: this vessel has now brought more than one million m3 of timber into Ipswich. In order for this vessel to make its journey, there is a significant amount of planning put in place, utilising information from many sources; including from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

The vessel can only enter the port on high tide, so this limits the time for Anglo Norden as it cannot be locked in or out of the port.

The water level needs to be the same inside the dock as outside, otherwise the vessel cannot dock. When the water level for the boat is correct, the lock master will then open the gates for the vessel to enter the port and complete its journey.

M.V. Suntis can make up to three trips in a month, providing they do not pick up a return cargo from the Baltics. When it does arrive into the docks, generally first thing in the morning, discharge happens quickly. Normally it takes Anglo Norden two cranes and 14 people to offload the cargo: this process is done with extreme care and limited noise, the business is always careful of its proximity to the local residents. If – for some reason – they cannot offload their cargo in one day, this will then roll into a second day with less people. Anglo Norden do their very best to discharge efficiently, quietly and

with the least amount of disruption to local residents.

As the vessel arrives into the docks, you will notice it being helped in by a river pilot: highly experienced ship handlers, possessing detailed knowledge of the waterway; whether this is weather conditions, tide, depth of water or other mitigating factors. A river pilot is utilised to help guide the vessel into the dock, as well as to ensure the safety of the boat and others around it.

Once the cargo is transported into the warehouse it will then be stored there until it is sold. When sold the cargo is then distributed around the UK using a network of haulages.

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WATERFRONT Port

WHAT PROMPTED YOU TO JOIN ABP?

I was looking for something shore-based that suited my qualifications/skill set and I’ve always been interested in harbour work. ABP is the UK’s leading port operator and is an excellent place to learn the ropes as Deputy Harbour Master.

WHAT DOES YOUR ROLE ENTAIL? GIVE US A DAY-TO-DAY EXAMPLE OF TASKS YOU UNDERTAKE AND CHALLENGES YOU FACE:

MEET EVELYN...

We were delighted to speak with ABP colleague Evelyn Voaden, shortly after she recently took up post as Deputy Harbour Master. We explored what the job entails and why Evelyn chose to take on this exciting new role…

PLEASE TELL US A LITTLE ABOUT YOURSELF?

I’m 33, and living on the Waterfront at the moment – I recently moved down from Sheffield to work for ABP. Needless to say there are not any marine based jobs in a landlocked city!

WHAT IS YOUR BACKGROUND?

I previously worked at sea for 15 years on a variety of ships with the Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA), and the National Oceanography Centre (royal research ships - RRS James Cook and RRS Discovery). I did my cadetship as a deck officer at South Tyneside college, where I also later studied for Chief Mate and Master Certificates of Competency. My last job was Master of RRS James Cook, we sailed from Southampton to Las Palmas (Canaries) and streamed a new scientific wire on the way down to check the scrolling on the wire and prepare it for use.

As a new starter with ABP, my first two weeks have been shadowing the Harbour Master, reading up on port regulations, procedures, attending training courses and learning how Orwell Navigation Service (ONS) operates.

I have been out on the river assisting with maintenance of the navigation buoys, and I also visited Harwich VTS and did a river familiarisation trip on the Arklow Manor departure last week to learn about the pilotage down the river Orwell. I’m currently understudying Deputy Harbour Master Nick Shaw and we are doing joint watches at ONS together as I’m starting to take on my new duties/responsibilities.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY ABOUT THE ROLE?

So far, I’m enjoying the challenge of learning all this new information, and the wide variety of my induction has been very useful in getting familiarised/up to speed with things. I also enjoy meeting all the friendly people who work here at the port.

WHAT SURPRISING FACTORS HAVE YOU FACED IN THE ROLE?

The diverse range and complexity of scenarios that are dealt with day to day at ONS. WHERE DO YOU SEE YOUR CAREER TAKING YOU WITHIN ABP?

In the fullness of time, I would like the opportunity to become Harbour Master.

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WATERFRONT Legal “On the 13th day of Christmas my true love said to me... …There’s something wrong, we can’t go on, a divorce there will have to be” WRITTEN BY STEPHEN WILLIAMS Perhaps not the Christmas message that you would want to hear but there is a tendency to wait until after Christmas before giving this difficult message to your partner. For both the giver of this message and the recipient the likely result is months of emotional turmoil and uncertainty but the reality is that life will go on.

Having helped a multitude of people through these troubled times there are 10 really important actions you can take that can have a positive impact: 1. E nsure you have a supportive group of friends and family around you.

2. Try to keep a line of communication open with your partner.

3. Don’t be shy about talking about your health with your GP. 4. Try to keep your children away from the dysfunction between you both.

5. Try not to do anything which might damage their relationship with the other parent.

6. Talk with your partner about the possibility of reconciliation.

7. Consider mediation to discuss the practical and financial aspects of ending the relationship.

8. Get legal advice about a financial settlement but be realistic about the change of lifestyle you may have to make.

9. Make a list of all your assets, debts, pensions and your sources of income and match each with a paper trail that confirms the value you have given them.

10. Take things one step at a time when making decisions.

It is important that you choose legal advisors who offer a number of costs options - some involving a fixed cost or discounted fees for payment up front. Here at Ashtons we offer a free initial consultation.

Stephen Williams. T: 01473 849949 E: stephen.williams@ashtonslegal.co.uk Stephen is head of the Family team at Ashtons and a member of the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Advanced Family Law and Children Panel Accreditation Scheme.

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CAPSTAN HOUSE IPSWICH OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £249,995 2 bedroom apartment with stunning panoramic views on the eighth floor in the Capstan building within the Orwell Quay development.

The property has an open plan living/ kitchen area, 2 bedrooms with the main bedroom having an en-suite, bathroom, electric heating and double glazing.

Secure allocated parking.

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WATERFRONT COUNSEL WRITTEN BY LIZ HARSANT

When you first become a Councillor, apart from the great honour and excitement you feel; it changes your life completely.

Suddenly, residents are asking you for help some with very private and sad issues; others asking for help on matters that involve perhaps a whole area.

When I was first elected back in 2002, one of the biggest issues that came to light was a planning application for building on the area known as ‘the Woodland’ off Mitre Way. This application and subsequent ones failed, which was purely because the residents came together to fight the applicant, and even this year we have been successful again.

In Holywells Ward we have had some really testing issues over the years: traffic lights at the top of Bishops Hill; the proposed large bridge so close to Cliff Lane and still ongoing; a proposal to put a supermarket where Holmes Oak Court is now right next to the Park; not cutting the grass along Nacton and Clapgate Lane and many more. So working together, the ‘Power of the People’ is a very successful tool.

Often, services are improved in the area you represent because of your work with the community - pavements, grass cutting, road improvements (including calming measures), parking issues, the need for more buses, bus shelters, more police: the list is endless.

Councillors just have to be persistent!

In Holywells Ward, Associated British Ports (ABP) is very important. Not only does it employ local people, it plays a big part in the community. This is also the case with the University and Suffolk New College: having

BISHOPS HILL TRAFFIC students living amongst us is a great asset locally and for the rest of the town. It is also important to involve local businesses, restaurants and to promote local charities in their work in the town and in the Ward you represent.

I have to say over the 16 years I have been a Councillor, I have found residents are keen to improve their local areas and to help where they can by taking part in community events.

I have also found that the schools, churches, Friends Groups, charities, Community Interest Companies and businesses all pull together when there is a need and I have been very proud to help and to represent them and the residents in Holywells Ward.

WATERFRONT CHURCHES WRITTEN BY REV. TOM ROUT

We are thrilled to have recently been joined by our new Chaplaincy Coordinator, Susanna Offor. I sat down with Susanna to get an insight into her first few months in her role...

WHAT BROUGHT YOU INTO THIS ROLE?

After 12 years in ministry with The Salvation Army, my husband and I moved back to Essex (my home) this summer. I have always been

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passionate about working with and investing in young adults and so when this role appeared, I applied.

YOU’VE ALMOST DONE 3 MONTHS...

FIRST IMPRESSIONS?

It’s been quite a learning curve. I always knew how hard everyone in education works, but these are busy, fast paced institutions where the majority of staff and students would say they are of no faith. Working out where a chaplain fits within this context has been interesting and challenging. Most of my time has been spent intentionally building relationships with the people around me and whoever my path crosses with.

YOU ALSO WORK AS A CHAPLAIN AT SUFFOLK ONE. HOW IS YOUR ROLE THERE DIFFERENT?

I work 2 days a week for Christian Youth Ministries, who employ me as a chaplain to Suffolk One. Much of my time there is spent in one-to-one conversations supporting students and staff who are experiencing challenging circumstances. My role is not as counsellor or mental health professional but as a listener, someone who can make time for others and allow them to make sense of how they are feeling.

WHAT ARE THE MOST IMPORTANT ASPECTS OF A CHAPLAIN’S ROLE?

Great question! I think I am still working that one out, but I would say the first thing is to be actively present wherever you are based.

I think Chaplaincy is about showing up, even if you are not sure what your role will be in a particular situation. It’s about intentionally asking people how they are and taking time to hear the answer. It is about sharing faith in a way that with respects the thoughts, views and beliefs of others.

WHAT DO YOU LIKE BEST ABOUT BEING A CHAPLAIN?

I love people! I love learning how others tick and helping others make sense of life and faith. It’s a privilege when people trust you with the details of their lives, sharing both their joys and sorrows.

HOW WOULD YOU SEE YOUR ROLE DEVELOPING?

I think there are lots of people at the college and university who might value the support chaplaincy can offer. Rather than being mainly reactive, perhaps we could be more proactive in letting people know we’re here for them.

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WATERFRONT History

ALL ABOUT…

SUFFOLK RECORD OFFICE and THE HOLD WRITTEN BY AMY RUSHTON

As ‘The Hold’ takes shape, traces of medieval Ipswich are revealed!

The construction of the new building for ‘The Hold’ is progressing very well; thank you to everyone living and working close to the site for your patience! I’m pleased to say the piling work is complete and so the noisiest part of the job is over.

The groundwork gave us an opportunity to learn more about the use and nature of the site in years gone by. To this end, the team at Suffolk Archaeology worked hard to identify and record the archaeological remains that the work uncovered. We expect a full report soon, but in the meantime, we thought Waterfront Life readers might like a summary of what was discovered!

Section through the medieval ditches

Most of the archaeological features uncovered were medieval and early post-medieval pits, which would have been located in yards behind houses on the frontage of Fore Street, for disposing of domestic waste.

The pottery from these pits suggests a large proportion, perhaps as many as thirty, dated to the 12th to 14th centuries. These pits were very deep, some exceeding 2.5m, and were grouped together in clusters, which may suggest that they were located within burgage plots fronting the medieval line of Fore Street.

A ‘burgage’ was a rental property in a town, often long and narrow in nature, with the house at the front end.

A series of contemporary ditches, running parallel with Fore Street, may have marked the northern boundary of these burgage plots.

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The presence of the rubbish pits suggests that houses occupied the north side of this part of Fore Street from the 12th to 14th centuries, roughly contemporary with the eastward expansion of Ipswich’s medieval quay front, detected during earlier excavations on the south side of Fore Street, just opposite The Hold to the south-west.

A smaller number of later domestic waste pits, some dated to the 16th century, lay further back from the street front. One of these contained a large amount of pottery, including pipkins (cook pots) and ceramics of possible Iberian origin, whilst another contained animal bones.

A possible beam slot found at the southern end of the site might be the remains of a building associated with these later pits.

A house still standing on Fore Street next to the south-west edge of the site contains the remains of a 16th century L-shaped merchant’s house at its core, whilst 17th to

19th century maps of the site show a similar L-shaped building in the location of this beam slot. This may suggest that the early postmedieval pits excavated at The Hold belonged to a row of Tudor merchants’ houses.

Here’s one of my favourite finds – a bottle of ‘Sloan’s Liniment’ (think old-timey ‘Deep Heat’ rub), complete with lid and some liniment still inside! It was in some spoil towards the rear of Sorrel Horse Mews. As older residents can attest, a large sorrel horse was kept in the yard there, when it was a pub. Perhaps the liniment was for the horse? Or perhaps just for someone with a bad back…..

Section through the medieval ditches

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Bottle of Sloan’s Liniment found on site

STYLE

SUPPORTED BY

WRITTEN BY PAM DAVIS

WHAT’S ON THE RADAR FOR 2019 Christmas and New Year has been and gone, and normal life has been resumed!

Amongst other things we are now at that point where we will be thinking about holidays and brighter weather.

We maybe at that point of the winter season where we’re just tired of winter and ready for spring. This is also the time of year that the weather tends to be a little all over the place, warmer spring-like temps one day, a blizzard the next, true story. Since we can’t control the elements, unfortunately, we can, however, control our styling!

With Christmas sales in full flow, now is the time to hit the shops and seek out bargains ready for the seasons ahead.

There are many trends that are going to stay from the previous seasons (and years!), despite moving into new directions.

We are holding onto some key trends from 2018, however we will be injecting some new 2019 Spring/Summer trends into our wardrobes within the next few months.

During the late winter days, you certainly begin to prepare clothing item to welcome the spring. However, as the coldness is still around, you have to make sure that the outfits you wear are warm enough. Late winter style is influenced by spring to some extent. Perhaps, you are considering leaving padded jackets at home, and shift to simpler coats to ensure warmth.

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THE IDEAS OF LATE WINTER STYLE You should always create your own style and take this forward each year, just tweak according to our ever changing lifestyles.

Winter is usually characterised with dark colors, but you may not need them during later winter days.

The most favourite options of later winter style is layered tops. This street style fashion style is simple and warm.

TRENCH COAT The wardrobe staple trench coat gets a refresh in 2019, complete with new cuts, accessories and embellishment.

Lets think about 2019 and get fashionably prepared BIGGEST TREND: TIE DYE Tie-dye was once the stuff of elementary school arts and crafts the type of gifts we gave to parents and grandparents on special occasions. Now, it’s become a full-blown 2019 fashion trend. Tie-dye has officially been elevated to high-fashion status—and it’s already making its way into the high street retailers.

The reimagination of tie-dye tells a story that elevates, that works, time and time again.

Where tie-dye clothes from years past evoke images of the ’60s and ’70s—or at least memories of dumping colorful dye onto cheap T-shirts—contemporary tie-dye clothes feel crisp and edgy. Once-distinct shades haven’t blended together to form striking new tones; they’re starkly separate, acting more as a print than a fusion of color.

The result is a trend that feels clean but organic, bohemian but tailored, nostalgic but contemporary.

Other Key Trends To Look Out For In 2019 SILK, SATIN & SEQUINS GET A REMIX NEON Think tailoring, two pieces, capes, separates - as long as it looks like a shade of highlighter, you’re good to go.

LAVENDER This soft purple hue is the next it-color, making a turn in knits, suiting, and whimsical formal wear.

BIKER SHORTS Yep, the trend that no one ever asked for is back, and bolder than ever. Simple, shiny shorts BAMBOO BAGS TORTOISE JEWELLERY STATEMENT SNEAKERS PUFFY SLEEVES FRINGING WRAP DRESSES PRINT ON PRINT To remain in the theme of mixing and matching, another trend we are loving this spring/summer 2019 is the mixing of different prints and patterns in the same outfit

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EVENTS Undercover Review

SNOW WHITE

wasnt able to get back in time, so I took my mum Teresa, and niece Poppy.

WRITTEN BY KYLIE SALISBURY

Mike Mclean had everyone laughing the whole way through, with some hilarious adult innuendo throughout to keep the adults further entertained.

@ THE REGENT Kylie Salisbury, 31, is a dispensing optician and assistant manager at Boots Opticians. Kylie lives in Ipswich with her partner Jamie, 33, their 4 year old daughter Hollie and 4 year old Westie, Bill.

I follow the Waterfront Life page on Facebook, and saw the competition pop up to win four tickets to see Snow White, so thought I’d give it a go and enter (not normally being one for winning!). We really wanted to take Hollie to her first panto this year, so thought I’d try my luck at the competition. Jamie works in London, so sadly

I can honestly say this year’s pantomime was absolutely hilarious. I took my mum, four year old daughter and nine year old niece. This was my daughter’s first panto and my mum’s for many years; who subsequently enjoyed it so much that she said she would be going again next year. We all had the best night!

As with all pantos, there were a few line hiccups and ad libs, but all very humorous.

Dame Dotty had some cracking outfit changes.

Natasha Hamilton, Stevi Ritchie and Matt Pagan all had starring roles and each played their own parts magnificently; with some great songs showing off their brilliant vocals.

After seeing this years pantomime, I shall definitely be making this a Christmas family tradition.

Thank you Waterfront Life!

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WATERFRONT Live WRITTEN BY GRAHAM CLEAVER

Graham Cleaver is a director of Ipswich Community Radio (ICRfm), where he presents the Monday Breakfast Show. Listen on 105.7fm, online, and the Radioplayer and Tune In apps.

Something for (almost) everyone in the first two months of 2019 at our Waterfront venues!

The panto season is definitely not behind you (see what I did there?) at Dance East’s excellent Jerwood Dance Theatre: Magpie’s ‘Cinderella’ plays there at the end of January, and the Landseer Players bring their ‘Jack and the Beanstalk’ a month later. St Jo’s also visit the Jerwood with the fun musical ‘Hairspray’, while the ACCE welcome the Chinese New Year of the Pig on the 10th of January with the ninth year of their brilliant evening of performance and music.

St Peters begins a very busy 2019 with CBM theatre presenting two shows. ‘A Night at the Musicals’ plays for one night only, while the musical ‘The Last Five Years’ runs through the middle of February. CBM stands for ‘Can’t Beat Music’ – no need to say more!

Two promising jazz nights at St Peters, too, both featuring the excellent George Double (drums) and Chris Ingham (piano) in different settings – see the St Peters’ website or contact the venue for details.

With the brilliant John Adams from the Pogues style Waxies Dargle appearing at SB Victor’s folk night, and hardcore punk (The Stupids) and full on funk (Motherfvnker) both at the Steamboat, the new year has made a fine start!

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GIG GUIDE JANUARY 2019 Sun

13

The Steamboat

Jazz lunch 14:00

Fri

18

Sailing Barge Victor

John Adams (Folk on a Boat night) : 19:30 for 20:00 £18 inc. supper

Sat

19

St Peters

A Night at the Musicals (CBM Theatre) 19:30 £10adv/ £12 otd

Thu

24

Dance East

Magpie Performers present Cinderella 19:30 £12

Fri

25

Dance East

Magpie Performers present Cinderella 19:30 £12

Sat

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Dance East

Magpie Performers present Cinderella 14:30 and 19:30 £12

Sun

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The Steamboat

Jazz lunch 14:00

Wed

30

Dance East

Hairspray (St Joseph’s College) 19:30 £20 (under 16, £15)

Thu

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Dance East

Hairspray (St Joseph’s College) 19:30 £20 (under 16, £15)

FEBRUARY 2019 Fri

1

Sat

9

Sun

10

Dance East

Hairspray (St Joseph’s College) 19:30 £20 (under 16, £15)

St Peters

The Judy Garland Story (Jazz by the Waterfront) 19:45 £10/£12

The Steamboat

Wax presents: The Stupids + support 20:00 donations to charity

The Steamboat

Jazz lunch 14:00

Dance East

ACCE Chinese New Year Show 18:00 £12

Wed

13

St Peters

The Last Five Years (CBM Theatre) 19:30 £12/£14

Thu

14

St Peters

The Last Five Years (CBM Theatre) 19:30 £12/£14

Fri

15

St Peters

The Last Five Years (CBM Theatre) 19:30 £12/£14

Sat

16

St Peters

The Last Five Years (CBM Theatre) 16:00 and 19:30 £12/£14

The Steamboat

Motherfvnker 20:00

Thu

21

Dance East

Jack and the Beanstalk (Landseer Players) 13:00 £15, £12:50 concs

Fri

22

Dance East

Jack and the Beanstalk (Landseer Players) 19:30 £15, £12:50 concs

St Peters

Suffolk Jazz School Concert 18:30 £7:50

Sat

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Dance East

Jack and the Beanstalk (Landseer Players) 13:00 ,18:00 £15/£12:50

Sun

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The Steamboat

t.b.a. 20:00

The Steamboat

Jazz lunch 14:00

Aurora, Isaacs and the Waterfront Bar Bistro have music every Sunday at 15:00

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TRAVEL TRAVEL VACCINATIONS WRITTEN BY LOUISE SHADBOLT

Travel vaccinations can be a daunting process; it is not quite as easy as it once was to head to your GP and obtain all of the necessary injections on the NHS. For even the most seasoned of travellers, the prospect of being vaccinated can be nervewracking: fortunately, the team at MASTA are well equipped to put you at ease, with their in-depth knowledge and warm, friendly approach to consultation.

Occupying an iconic building on the corner of Silent Street and St Nicholas Street, Medical Advisory Service for Travellers Abroad MASTA has firmly established itself as the go-to experts for those who adore travelling. From its conception 35 years ago, MASTA now operates close to 200 private travel clinics across the UK. The travel clinic

offers a wide range of services; including health consultations, vaccinations and antimalarial treatments, as well as a range of competitively priced travel-related products such a water bottles, first aid kits and mosquito nets available to purchase in clinic.

I met with Clare Duchars in the Ipswich Clinic to experience their award winning travel health consultation. After deciding on my destinations (Thailand and Nigeria), Clare explored my personal health records; ensuring any vaccinations or treatment would not conflict with medication, or previous or existing health conditions.

Once every detail of this had been taken, we discussed the destinations I intended to visit, and the related health advice for travelling there. I didn’t realise how tailored the advice needs to be, one size really doesn’t fit all so advice provided to friends or family on previous trips to the same destination, could be very different to yours.

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All the information discussed during the consultation is also sent to you via email – with an extensive bank of information and recommendations to consider, it can be a lot to digest, so having the opportunity to review it later is valued! It goes through a number of vaccinations that may be needed for your visit: either required or recommended, and the costs of each are explained.

Even the things you hadn’t considered are covered here: for example, if a high-risk disease came up that was in the place you are due to visit, then under each section there will be a brief description on the symptoms and how to treat it if you think you have caught it. All the advice is updated regularly by the medical team at MASTA to ensure you have all the correct information before you arrive at your destination of choice.

Vaccination recommendations are not compulsory, and you won’t feel pressured into receiving anything you don’t want to.

You’re actually advised on what you don’t need as well as what you do need, as the information is so tailored. MASTA’s primary course of action is to ensure all clients are educated on the risks in the countries they are travelling to, and will advise them of the best possible steps to protect their health and safety while travelling.

MASTA’s specialist travel health nurses come from a wide number of clinical settings such as GP surgeries, hospitals or private clinics; so you know you’re in safe hands.

The clinic itself is very clean and the hygiene impeccable…exactly how you would expect to find a doctor’s office, but without the ‘clinical’ feel.

MASTA vaccinate people from all walks of life across the UK wide clinic network. In Ipswich they vaccinate everyone from babies through to the elderly. Known for travel health, but respected for more, MASTA also offer vaccination services such as Chicken Pox, HPV, Meningitis B, Pneumonia and Shingles amongst others. Whether you’re expecting a baby, travelling as a group, travelling for work, or travelling short notice, MASTA can help.

MASTA will also give you handy tips on safety whilst travelling – for common issues such as drinking local water, for example, it recommends purchasing a water bottle that has a specialist built in travel filter, which will allow you to drink from the tap in the destination country, rather than resorting to purchasing bottled mineral water – saving the environment from wasting plastic, too.

For more information on MASTA’s services, or to arrange a consultation, visit www.masta-travel-health.com

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CZECH IN TO BOHEMIA WRITTEN BY AMBER DANIELS

There aren’t many places you can visit in the world where you can combine luxury, penthouse-style living, and stepping out into a cobbled street dating back to the 9th century. Prague is one such place.

When I first visited this beautiful destination back in 2014, I knew that a long weekend wasn’t enough to satisfy my desire to explore the cobbles and town squares littering the medieval city. So, when the opportunity arose for me to return, I knew exactly what my plan would be: a whole week, in an AirBnB. I scoured the property listings for weeks, until I found the perfect apartment – right in the city centre, modern, cosy, and with Netflix available (hey, I was living there for a week, I wanted to maintain my home routine…). The best part? Prague is astonishingly cheap, so the entire week cost less than my monthly takeaway coffee habit.

Having a proper ‘home’ as a base instead of a hotel was so refreshing; we woke up and had breakfast at our leisure (pastries galore – the local Tesco has a bakery section to rival Greggs!) wandered out of our door and straight into Wenceslas Square – named after Saint Wenceslaus, the patron saint of Bohemia, and the subject of the popular Christmas carol – and explored the vast city at our leisure. Each day brings a new itinerary: with so many sights to see; including the oldest European University, the architecturally fascinating Charles Bridge, and the iconic ‘Dancing House’; you’ll never have a day of wondering ‘what to do?’

Czech food is as much of a draw to Prague as its history. Expect warming, hearty comfort food in the form of goulash, dumplings, and deep-fried cheese… a local delicacy! Pork knuckle/knee also features heavily on local menus, but bring your appetite: this feast is often served for two people (which I took as a challenge…and won) and can lead to serious meat sweats! Once you’ve sampled enough savoury to satisfy your tastebuds, on practically every street corner you’ll find the delicious trdelník; a sweet dough cooked on a spit, sprinkled in sugar, with a variety of fillings (my favourite? Obviously Nutella.)

One thing is for sure; once you’ve fallen in love with this incredible city, you’ll be planning your return before you’ve left Vaclav Airport!

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EXPERIENCES

Try… Groupon

Make Memories,

SAVE MONEY!

Now that the festive period is over, the lull of January can often feel underwhelming, increasing the need to start planning some exciting things to look forward to!

We’re all feeling the pinch after Christmas, so editor (and travel-junkie!) Danielle shares some of her top tips: whether you’re a longhaul lover, or prefer a staycation (that’s a vacation in the UK!), check out how to bag yourself a holiday bargain…

If you haven’t heard of Groupon yet, where have you been?! The original ‘voucher experience’ site, Groupon pulls together everything from household goods to restaurant meals, at hugely discounted rates. Better still, you can book hotel packages, holidays (including flights) and – my personal favourite – days out. Whether you’re looking for an unusual activity for a day off, or something to entertain the whole family – from go-karting to zoo trips, rock climbing to spa days – Groupon has something for everyone!

Bonus tip…

Some experiences are time-restricted, so always check the fine print before buying a voucher.

FLIGHTS

HOTELS

Try… Skyscanner.com

Try…Trivago.co.uk

Booking direct with the airline isn’t always the cheapest option. By using comparison sites like Skyscanner (also available as an app), you can look at all the available flight options on your chosen dates, as well as searching the entire YEAR for the cheapest flights, if you’re flexible or looking for inspiration! It even gives you the choice to ‘Search Everywhere’; offering you the cheapest destinations for the month you want to travel in.

I’m a huge fan of sites such as Booking.com for finding the perfect room for my trip. The only downside to most of these, is that it doesn’t include budget hotels such as Travelodge and Premier Inn in the search results.

Enter, Trivago. This comparison site will not only show you results including all the typical chains, but will give you various different booking sites to compare the prices, too.

Bonus tip…

When you’ve found a good deal, head to the hotel’s website to check they don’t have any special offers or discount codes that comparison sites may not show.

Once you’ve found your perfect trip, head to KAYAK.co.uk and input the same dates and destination to see if you can pick it up even cheaper.

Bonus tip…

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FOOD , C EL EB R ATE …

TH IS M O N TH

NEW YEAR NEW ME We all know the drill: you spend December eating anything and everything in sight; polishing off selection boxes and vowing that on 1st January, your life will change and you’ll lose that weight you’ve been promising yourself to drop for the past four years of failed resolutions.

Instead of setting yourself up to fail by stripping your diet of all the foods that you enjoy, and avoiding social situations because they involve eating ‘bad’ food that will ‘ruin

healthier

your diet’, why not try a new approach in 2019 – clean up your cupboards, without sacrificing your health and happiness.

Not only does food taste great, but what we eat also has a direct correlation with our mental wellbeing, too. So feed your physical and emotional health in 2019, with our new year tips for alleviating the January blues through your diet!

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YOU ARE

what you eat We’ve all heard this phrase, but do we really know what it means?

Of course, there are certain foods on the supermarket shelves that should be consumed in moderation: high in saturated fat, sugar or salt, but it’s what these foods are made up of that play the biggest part in your health.

Don’t ‘demonise’ foods that are considered to be unhealthy, such as chocolate, sweets, crisps and fast food. Instead, allow yourself 1-2 times a week to enjoy these foods without feeling guilty or overindulged. This way, you’ll be looking after your physique, your emotional wellbeing AND your tastebuds!

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Consuming vitamin-rich, whole foods with a few ingredients is by far the easiest way to ensure what you are putting into your body is as beneficial as possible. Fresh fruit and vegetables, meats, pulses, grains and eggs should make up at least 70% of your diet, with the remaining percentage including the things that you eat for enjoyment, such as sweet treats, dairy, bread, pasta etc.

from diet plans, in favour of low-calorie (but high-sugar) snacks like cereal bars or yoghurts. Adding half an avocado to your chicken sandwich will benefit you much more than a ‘quick fix’ that will leave you starving again in an hour.

FOOD

for Mood

Have you ever started feeling low, or come down with an illness that seems to be out of nowhere? Often, your diet can be having more of an impact than you think. Here are some handy tips on what could be causing your change in mood, and how you could improve it through diet.

EATING REGULARLY If your blood sugar drops you might feel tired, irritable and depressed. Eating regularly and choosing foods that release energy slowly will help to keep your sugar levels steady.

STAYING HYDRATED If you don’t drink enough fluid, you may find it difficult to concentrate or think clearly. You might also start to feel constipated (which puts no one in a good mood).

LOOKING AFTER YOUR GUT Sometimes your gut can reflect how you are feeling emotionally. If you’re stressed or anxious this can make your gut slow down or speed up. For healthy digestion you need Healthy gut foods include: fruits, vegetables and wholegrains, beans, pulses, live yoghurt and other probiotics.

MANAGING CAFFEINE Caffeine is a stimulant, which means it will give you a quick burst of energy, but then may make you feel anxious and depressed, disturb your sleep (especially if you have it before bed), or give you withdrawal symptoms if you stop suddenly.

GETTING YOUR 5 A DAY Vegetables and fruit contain a lot of the minerals, vitamins and fibre we need to keep us physically and mentally healthy. Eating a variety of different coloured fruits and vegetables every day means you’ll get a good range of nutrients.

GETTING ENOUGH PROTEIN Protein contains amino acids, which make up the chemicals your brain needs to regulate your thoughts and feelings. It also helps keep you feeling fuller for longer.

Protein is in: lean meat, fish, eggs, cheese, legumes (peas, beans and lentils), soya products, nuts and seeds. to have plenty of fibre, fluid and exercise regularly.

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RESTAURANT

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We are thrilled to announce the ten FINALISTS in Restaurant of the Year 2018 These establishments have been up against tough competition this year: with 52 venues in the first round, each one has proved worthy of battling through the four stages of independent reviewing by local residents; by providing quality customer service, an impressive dining environment and delicious food and drink.

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BISTRO ON THE QUAY

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