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Located on the south coast within the historic county of Sussex, lies the elegant seaside resort of Eastbourne. Renowned for its top sunshine records and award winning beaches, Eastbourne is understandably a popular holiday destination for all.

With a sprinkling of high street shops, centrally located, a Victorian pier and a rich history boasting a variety of castles, museums and galleries, Eastbourne is sure to cater for your every need.

Imperial Hotel Located just a stone’s throw away from the promenade and band stand, this grand Victorian hotel is full of character and home to a number of spacious, comfortable bedrooms, all accessible via lifts.

Guests are able to unwind in the relaxing lounge area before an evening meal in the Majestic Restaurant, offering hearty, home cooked food.

Hotel facilities l All rooms are en-suite with telephone, television and hairdryer l Free WiFi in Public areas l Premier rooms available* l Complimentary tea and coffee in all rooms l Waiter service l Traditional English breakfast l Lunch snacks available daily l Table d’hôte menu l Optional a la carte menu available l Live entertainment most evenings l Ballroom/Dance floor l Two lifts serving all floors l Porterage.

Take a short boat ride across the Solent and discover the Isle of Wight, an island of astounding natural beauty with a variety of attractions to suit all ages.

Located on the south east coast of the island, the traditional seaside resort of Shanklin is home to golden sandy beaches and a quaint collection of shops housed in traditional thatched cottages. It is understandably one of the most popular resorts on the island with plenty to entertain.

Ocean View Hotel Situated in a premier location with an idyllic seaside position, the charming, well-appointed Ocean View Hotel boasts uninterrupted panoramic views across Sandown Bay. The hotel also offers a large sprung dance floor and provides live entertainment most evenings.

Hotel facilities l All rooms are en-suite with telephone, television and hairdryer l Free WiFi in Public areas l Premier and sea views rooms available* l Complimentary tea and coffee in all rooms l Waiter service l Traditional English breakfast l Lunch snacks available daily l Licensed bar l Table d’hôte menu l Optional a la carte menu available l Live entertainment most evenings l Ballroom/Dance floor l Heated indoor swimming pool l Indoor bowling green, table tennis and snooker room l Lift serving all floors l Porterage.

Please note that on each floor of the hotel, some steps may need to be negotiated.

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19/12/2014 Located in the heart of the English Riviera, Torquay is renowned for its mild climate, award winning sandy beaches and secluded coves and has been a popular holiday destination since the early 19th century.

With its distinctive European atmosphere, sophisticated environment and beautifully varied scenery, Torquay remains a popular holiday destination.

Abbey Lawn Hotel If you’re looking to unwind in style, this elegant Georgian hotel is the place to stay. Located in the grounds of the former Torre Abbey with stunning views of the bay, the Abbey Lawn hotel offers an exceptional standard of comfort throughout.

The hotel comprises superb facilities, including a heated indoor swimming pool and a conservatory lounge overlooking the bay, where guests can relax and enjoy a drink.

Hotel facilities l All rooms are en-suite with telephone, television and hairdryer l Free WiFi in Public areas l Premier and front facing rooms available* l Complimentary tea and coffee in all rooms l Waiter service l Traditional English breakfast l Lunch snacks available daily l Licensed bar l Table d’hôte menu l Optional a la carte menu available l Live entertainment most evenings l Ballroom/Dance floor l Heated indoor pool l Lift serving all floors l Porterage.

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£249

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£259

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£269

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£175

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£389 £389 £389

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£379 £379 £379

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£369 £369 £369

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£359 £359 £359

Imperial Hotel: Supplements per person: Premier Room £20 Ocean View: Supplements per person: Premier Room £30 Front Facing Room: £10 Abbey Lawn : Supplements per person: Premier Room £30 Front Facing Room: £10

27 Aug £379

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Your Groups’ Specialist for coach holidays in the UK and Europe

We can tailor make tours to your specific requirements, if you want more information then contact our groups department on 0800 7851025 or email groups@robinsons-holidays.co.uk

With over 90 years of experience in tailor making holidays, we at Robinsons offer a personal service. Whether you need help with part or all of your groups holidays we can lend a hand in organising, booking and everything in-between.

We are flexible in our approach and can offer destinations found in this brochure or we can tailor make to your specification, whether in the UK or Europe. We offer all of our group’s excellent benefits: • 1 FREE place for every 10 paying passengers • Special interest and activity groups catered for • Complete financial security-BCH Bonded

Imperial Hotel Supplements per person: Premier Room - £35 Abbey Lawn Hotel Supplements per person: Premier Room - £50 Front Facing Room - £15 Ocean View Hotel Supplements per person: Premier Room - £50 Sea View Room - £15

The Robinsons Difference Local joining points l No single supplements* l High standard of accommodation l Great choice of menus l Executive coaches with extra legroom l Includes excursions l Friendly staff l Own hotels in great locations l Peace of mind security l Payment in instalments * Robinsons own hotels l

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Twittering On WITH TYLER GRUNDY

It seems as though we are in luck. While surfing the realms of Twitter compiling this article for you lucky readers today, I came across some telling statistics.

Now it is not my intention to bore you with mindless numbers and figures, although I have been called a ‘Statto’ numerous times over the years. Just this one will do;

nation’s favorite grandma, as she has been coined, announced her leave as well, Twitter and the nation went into meltdown. Just a note, if my Gran was known to party the night away on the isle of Ibiza, as Mary is known to do, I must admit I am not too sure how I would feel.

As one Twitter user put it and many seemed to agree;

Literally no one is going to watch ‘Paul Hollywood’s Great British Bake Off’.

51% of adults aged between 5564 regularly use social media.

This is according to the Office of National Statistics. So, at the conclusion of this article do not hold back your desire to post a Tweet on a topic of your choosing. Let your voice be heard, after all that is what Twitter is all about.

Anyway, let us get into it.

Paul Hollywood & Mary Berry on the Great British Bake Off

shows. However, viewers have recently been handed a pie to the face.

I imagine it failed to pass the majority of you by, that the BBC had sold the show to Channel 4. The uproar soon followed. And it soon became clear that Channel 4 had purchased a tent and a bread maker. By that, I mean the silver fox Paul Hollywood.

“Breadxit” Undoubtedly, many of you will recognize the two figures above.

Indeed, for many a Brit they have become synonymous with Wednesday evenings. The Great British Bake Off or GBBO as commonly abbreviated (and hash tagged on Twitter) is one of the BBC’s most popular and well-watched

Co-Hosts, the commonly known Mel and Sue, soon after announced they would be departing from the show. I guess you could say the dough was failing to rise for Channel 4. When the

I for one will certainly view with interest the Channel 4 version of the show to see what they can squander together.

If the show does become a dead loss, I will certainly miss 9pm in our house on a Wednesday evening when the cake goes in the oven, having spent the previous hour drooling over bake off wonders.

How to spot a Brit?

It came to my attention that while writing this piece for you, Britain was celebrating the 950th anniversary of the Battle of Hastings. Now, due to my historical background I feel obliged to bring this up. So please do bear with me. In case you did not know, the battle

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TWITTER was fought between William of Normandy (the invader) against the English King Harold.

Admittedly, I am not here to give you a history lesson, no doubt you already know this. And I am certain, even if I had not told you it was the 950th anniversary then you would know the year. Here lies the essence of how to spot a Brit.

Twitter seems to be in unanimous agreement about this.

Hastings Direct has long been advertising on our television screens with the catchy jingle and memorable phone number. If you are struggling to recall, it is the one with the seagull if I am not mistaken. The jingle goes, 0800… wait for it…1066. The point being calling out 0800, if one would reply with 1066 then you most certainly have found yourself a fellow Brit.

Together Again.

I am sure, all of you will be familiar with the comedic and indeed, genius double act that was Morecambe and Wise. Now for the first time, they stand together again in Blackpool’s Winter Gardens.

The statue that has been unveiled just this month is the first of the two together while the two men, have their own individual statues respectably in Morecambe and Leeds.

Blackpool is really the spiritual home of the pair. They performed numerous times at the seaside resort before their real shoot to fame. Myself being a massive fan of the pair, I feel I should take this opportunity to regale you with my own personal favorite sketch. I think it was the first clip I saw of the two and hence why it has stuck with me and I still find it hilarious to this day. ‘The Banana Boat song’, I would recommend a quick search on YouTube if you are failing to recall the sketch. A smile and a laugh I can guarantee.

Standard tickets for the festival, which holds 135,000 amongst its vast grassy plains, have all been snapped up. Although, many of them will now find their way upon the Internet black market selling for ludicrous amounts of money.

So let us say, you were one of the lucky ones who managed to get tickets. Well currently, not one act has been announced. Oh, I do love a risk taker. Come that faithful weekend in June that band you have always wanted to see and quite possibly just sold half your material belongings for, just to get that Glastonbury golden ticket might not even be there.

Here is the real risk though, relying on the Great British weather to provide the sort of sun and warmth of the likes of Costa Brava over a bunch of fields in Somerset. It very rarely happens. The festival campsite soon becomes a bog. You can keep the bikini and speedos in the draw for this weekend more often than not, a rain mac and a pair of wellies is usually the safest attire.

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HOLIDAYS...

WITH A DIFFERENCE WHEN our children are younger, family holidays fall into very distinct categories – usually at some seaside venue or busy resort with enough to keep young minds and bodies occupied.

As we grow older, though, and our children become independent adults, possibly with families of their own – or as we simply opt to be a little more experimental in our choice of destinations – we start to look further afield at more adventurous and unusual holiday choices.

in Jaipur, Rathambore National Park, Udaipur ad Jodhpur, allowing passengers to experience the sights of India in a relaxed atmosphere.

Exotic India

Or, you can climb aboard the Trans Siberian Express, the Eastern and Oriental Express, the Rocky Mountaineer or, closer to home, enjoy a short journey on the luxurious Venice Simplon Orient Express.

For an exotic adventure, why not consider India by rail? Packed with beautiful landscapes, diverse architecture and amazing people – India truly offers something for everyone.

If the train is not for you, though, and you would rather spend time on the high seas, there are several cruise lines that offer an all-inclusive luxury experience.

The “Palace on Wheels” starts and ends its journey in Delhi and takes

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And if you want to go somewhere different than the Mediterranean on your cruise, experience the splendour of Alaska or the South Pacific.

If you’re wanting to escape the often dreary UK Winter, where better to head than “Down Under” and experience the vibrant cities, beautiful beaches and awesome mountain vistas of Australia and New Zealand?

Accommodation ranges from goodvalue motels and campgrounds to luxurious five-star hotels or lodges.

The Orient or USA? Experience the Orient in Singapore, Hong Kong or Kuala Lumpur, kick back on a South Pacific island or visit San Francisco or LA. All these are possible these days and great destinations, with a great range of first-class airlines available.

Looking for somewhere quite different? Many people favour the Green Season (May/June and November) when the seasons are changing. The land is verdant and the National Parks are quieter, giving you the opportunity to experience the forests, beaches and volcanoes without the crowds.

Far, Far Away?

The Far East has also become a greater attraction to Western travellers with amazing tours available. Vietnam, Laos

and Cambodia are popular for temples, beaches and the inspiring stories of human resilience.

Experience the splendour of Angkor Wat and Siem Reap, the World Heritage site of Luang Prabang, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City and the Mekong Delta.

Vietnam has some gorgeous beaches, too. Winters can be cold in Hanoi but further south the climate is kind throughout the year, although tropical downpours are common. The most popular time to visit is between November and April, with the heaviest rains between June and September.

For a completely different culture, how about a private tour of China? Travel from Beijing and visit the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and the Great Wall before heading to Datong, Taiyan to marvel at the sandstone statues in the Yungang Caves.

At Pingyao visit the walled Ming and Qing dynasty town before heading on to the Shaloin Temple and Xian to see the famous Terracotta Warriors. Spring and Autumn are generally the favourites times for tours of China, avoiding the harsh Winter and searing Summer heat experienced in some of its regions.

Archaelogical Adventures Closer To Home It is said that travel broadens the mind, and especially when we explore the history and archaeology of the places we visit. The past, like a foreign country, is full of difference and interest. It underlies the character and identity of every destination, and yet it is also the wider story of humankind, and so holds familiarity and relevance for us all. This is why archaeological travel is so fascinating. It unites culture with adventure and adds value and meaning to our travels.

The world’s historic and ancient sites are a ‘wonderbox’ of interesting things, and a veritable ark of profound insights, unsolved mysteries and great discoveries. They are often in beautiful locations too, and visiting them can get us off the beaten track to see more of the country. A useful starting point and source of inspiration are the country profiles by Hidden History Travel who describe the archaeological and historical interest of various travel destinations.

Ancient Greece Ancient Greece, for example, may seem like a distant, unfamiliar place but a tour of the ancient sites can be a profoundly satisfying experience. It’s not just the warm weather and good food; it’s an intellectual and emotional connection, a return to the cradle of our modern European world. A Greek temple, with marble columns rising into a clear blue sky, is an abiding symbol of western civilisation, and it is more than just the architecture that feels familiar; it’s the thoughts and actions of its creators,

the people whose philosophy, science, art and politics laid the foundations of European culture. Well-conducted tours, offered by Hidden History Travel bring out these wider contexts for us all.

It isn’t necessary to be a history buff; holidays are available which bring it all together for you, so you don’t have to do all the planning and research yourself. The best tours have a balance of leisure and interest, and knowledgeable guides who bring the sites to life. As someone once said; “a tour without a guide is like a movie without a soundtrack”.

Everywhere has a story to tell, and the breadth of interest is endless; from simple everyday life to cultural beliefs, and the rise and fall of great civilisations.

Prehistoric Malta On the tiny Mediterranean island of Malta, there are Stone Age temples that predate the pyramids and which were expressions of prehistoric beliefs similar to those held by the builders of England’s famous Stonehenge. Whatever strange rituals were practised at such places, they still fascinate us today as reminders of the bigger picture; the human journey and our continuing attempts to understand life, death and the cosmos. Recent archaeological research has made fascinating inroads into our understanding of the prehistoric world of our ancestors. A great archaeological tour of Malta is available through Hidden History Travel.

The Real Atlantis The physical remains of the past create landscapes of memory that still resonate in our modern minds. Everyone has heard of the myth of Atlantis but how many people have actually visited the most likely site of the original city? Many scholars agree that the Aegean island of Santorini is the very place. This volcanic island erupted around 3500 years ago with devastating effects on the Bronze Age civilisation of the region, including the palaces of Minoan Crete. It is simply amazing to stand today on the rim of that volcanic crater and realise the scale of the event, and marvel at the antiquity of the island’s ancient city, incredibly preserved in ash like a prehistoric Pompeii. Then sail across to Knossos on Crete, home of King Minos and the Minotaur, to discover Europe’s earliest civilisation.

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£234

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Claremont Hotel – Eastbourne

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£199

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Claremont Hotel – Eastbourne

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£279

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Hotel Prince Regent – Weymouth

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£194

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Somerset Hotel – Llandudno

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£284

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Sands Hotel – Bournemouth

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£179

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£169

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£179

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Stopping off on a destination is part of the touring holiday

Caravanning isn't a cheap basic pastime as it once was, owning a tourer or holiday home in 2017 offers luxury living and has become a popular lifestyle on most occasions holidaying abroad for many years.

Back in the 60's and 70's caravanning was a simple way to holiday and only in the summer months too!

Look at a tourer Many of us may have memories of holidays past and if you were a child in the 50's and 60's chances are you went on a caravan holiday. It may have been a "Static" on a site or a touring caravan.

Back then of course caravans were just a few hundred pounds to buy but very basic in equipment as were most sites. I often meet new caravanners who are in their 50's trying it for the first time after

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Those who have taken early retirement are often attracted to this pastime, and it's a surprise to many when they go looking at holiday homes and tourers just what have changed in creature comforts and specifications. With more sites being open for longer the usage of both these types of caravan has extended and so the owner gets more value than ever. Looking at tourers first, even basic models come with blown air heating, Grade 3 insulation, hot water, oven, shower, TV aerial, towing stabiliser, fridge and microwave. Prices start around ÂŁ14,000 new and as you want more luxury and even more specification the prices rise to ÂŁ30,000 plus.

Tourer dealerships offer top advice on all aspects of caravanning A dealership will give you the correct information on what your car can tow and also have information on storage and towing courses. Also on what

tourer layout to choose from, there are plenty and many are now what we call fixed bed layouts. Also larger tourers are mainly twin axle models and these tourers can be left as a seasonal pitch.

So basically you use it as a static caravan but then take it off to another site to do a few weeks touring.

The modern tourer is also designed to be as comfortable as possible and as mentioned before this enables them to be used all year round. It's now common for caravan users to go away over the Christmas and New Year period. With some sites organising social events for this time of year, many caravanners also make new friends at these events.

With towing, tourers now have built in hitch stabilisers which help to keep the caravan stable on tow. Other devices are electronic and apply the caravan's breaks should it feel the caravan is going to get in an unstable position.

A well matched car and tourer though is easy to handle and also though tourers need to be reversed onto a pitch which can be daunting, there is a device to help out with this. Named a mover these are attached to the caravan's wheel with a 12-volt motor. Using a remote control unit this makes putting the van on to a pitch a very easy task.

Most new caravanners also begin to discover the UK and go places where they have never thought of going before. Joining the two Caravan Clubs makes site choosing in a chosen area so simple.

With the Caravan Club and the Camping and Caravanning Club they have their own sites which are kept to very high standards and are usually in areas of attractions. They offer top quality toilet blocks and other facilities. Dog walks are

a gas bottle service but more sites are now having the gas plumbed direct and all services are usually metered. Site fees can cost from ÂŁ2,500 upwards. A holiday home allows you to be able to just pop a few things in the car and off you go.

Once you have the van sorted with all your essentials you treat it as a second home.

The holiday home is worlds apart from those of 30 plus years ago popular with many caravanners who take the family pooch with them and these sites and most commercial run sites offer this facility. With the big attraction of being able to spend weekends away as and when you want, the idea of a tourer is attractive to many. Ideal for retired folk the touring caravan is well worth looking at as a way to spend some quality time away and discover what the UK has to offer.

from home and also in a place where you like. Some sites have waiting lists depending on the area. Most holiday homes will have their own parking bay and also decking and small garden areas. Mains sewerage and all services will be plumbed in. Some sites still have

The holiday home offers a home like feel with larger units of 38ft up especially being the case. These types offer two bedrooms and central heating and double glazing plus usually two bathrooms. The home can be used for family visits and also some sites will allow sub-letting. Holiday home users also like the fact that they also get to know new friends and that sites are generally safe places to for children.

Sites vary in facilities depending on your requirements from clubhouses to bowling alleys! So looking for a new pastime and one that's a real investment in leisure? Take a look at a tourer or holiday home and become one of the growing number who find this a superb way of spending your time whether your're just retired or still doing the 9 to 5 job! .

Holiday Home - your weekend retreat The old static caravan was a basic unit.

Gas lights and limited insulation and heating meant that April to September was the main usage of the static. Many have experiences of sites in rows and shanty type caravans that were often let. Those days have long gone; the static is now a holiday home and can be purchased from as little as ÂŁ17,100 for a basic holiday home. These come with heating and showers and loos and have a contemporary feel. Of course the more you pay the more spec and extras you get such as piped music and dishwashers and washing machines.

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Standards have dramatically improved since the days of Hi-de-Hi. Comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchens and barbeques often come as standard. And cabins in woodland are rather luxurious as an alternative, you could be sleeping in a stunning treehouse, a few yards away from the main property. Whatever you pick, tents, mobile homes, wooden lodges or apartments, you can have as many properties as the family needs or if you like, all share together!

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Holidays - with how many members of the family?

By Jennie Carr of Silver Travel Advisor Multi-generational holidays are becoming seriously popular: think grandparents, adult children and grandchildren all travelling together.

And indeed, following the example of The Queen and Prince Philip, with their several great-grandchildren, you might even holiday with four generations, although most of us don’t have Sandringham to accommodate everyone!

No matter, here are some suggestions for you to take a look at if you’d like to go away with your wider family.

Cruises Ships these days are absolutely bursting with activities: ice rinks, cinemas, discos, climbing walls, cookery demonstrations, choirs, running tracks and enough restaurants for every discerning foodie or faddy infant. And that’s before you’ve stepped on shore for the fascinating excursions. We’ve heard of family groups of sixteen people or more taking a Caribbean voyage, with Granny and Grandpa comfortably settled on deck, whilst parents take a bridge class or enjoy a spa session as teenagers sleep in and the little ones have fun at a kids’ club. Then they’d all meet up for lunch or dinner, sharing tales of their day, however it was spent. A cruise can offer a superb

range of things to do whatever your age: no complaints and no boredom!

Villas Renting a place in the sun, with a pool, offers endless opportunities for spending quality time together. And many larger properties have an annexe or separate floor, which is ideal for teens or grandparents who’d like a bit of privacy.

We all love our families, however getting an hour or two of peace and quiet can be vital, especially at siesta time. Villa companies often provide lovely addons: a cook, who will shop as well (what bliss!), motorboats if you’re near the sea and even a nanny or babysitter for adultonly moments. With a villa, all options are covered: exploring the local area on foot or by car, relaxing by the pool, leisurely sundowners, and trips to the beach in many cases. This is communal living of the easiest kind.

Self-catering We have a long tradition of holidaying in rental properties around the UK and in Europe: you and your family can enjoy the freedom this brings. Mealtimes when you fancy, movies all day if you like and interesting attractions close by to keep

Now, this has to be for more active families, who love the mountains. And it’s true that skiing, once over a certain age, can be tiring, however, with proper preparation and fitness you can enjoy some great times with all ages. And for non-skiers, many resorts are charming places to spend a few days, with iceskating, snow-shoeing and sledging as winter alternatives. A hot chocolate taken outside in sunny, cold, crisp air, surrounded by mountains is a great joy everyone delights in. And cosy evenings, sleepy by the fire, are hugely relaxing.

When it snows, the child in each of us surfaces, for snowball fights and snowman building – perfect bonding moments in a winter wonderland!

Mini Guide If you’re out and about having day trips in Great Britain you might enjoy our mini guide especially for grandparents, filled with suggestions of where to take your little darlings for a treat. From castles to lochs, the National Football Museum to Bekonscot Model Village and Railway or the Harry Potter Studio Tour, there is a wealth of attractions for every member of the family. To get your free copy go to www.silvertraveladvisor.com and type Grandchildren Guide into the search box, on the right hand side.

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THAT rich raspy voice, the little red rooster haircut and the cheeky grin – you immediately know it’s Rod Stewart. The enduringly popular singer at 71 is still pulling in the crowds, the hits and the accolades.

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CELEBRITY INTERVIEW Sir Rod is in the middle of of a major sell-out world tour that started at the Liverpool Echo Arena and takes in major venues from Belfast to Birmingham, including London’s O2 Arena and ends in Israel. And if you thought that decades of touring had made him jaded, you’d be wrong. “What a great line-up of venues!” he stated. “These are some of my favourite buildings in my favourite cities.

“I give you fair warning – fasten your seat belts. I’ma pulling out all the stops!”

It’s fair to say, though, that the singer’s career has always involved pulling out all the stops.

He was born in Highgate, London, the youngest of five children of a Scottish father. Young Rod had a happy childhood; there was a household interest in football and it spawned a love of the game, and a love of Scottish football specifically, that has been a hallmark of Rod’s life.

The following year was pivotal in his career. The Faces released their second album, Long Player, which did better than the first, and Rod released his third solo album, Every Picture Tells A Story, which made him a household name.

The track Reason to Believe was taken from the album and became a minor hit in both counties but when DJs started playing the B side, Maggie May, the fun really started. It became No.1 in both the UK and the US. By the time Rod released his fourth solo album, it looked like his time with the Faces was coming to a close and he later moved to America.

In the intervening years since those early heady years, his music has evolved much like the man himself and his hits are equally legends.

As fate would have it, along came the Small Faces and at the same time, Rod signed a solo record contract.

The Faces, as they became, built a solid fan base in the UK and America, releasing an album in 1970. In the meantime, Rod released his second solo album, Gasoline Alley, and supported it with an American tour.

His love life has been almost as famous as his music, and certainly as flamboyant as his appearance. He has been married three times, previously to Alana Stewart and Rachel Hunter, and is currently married to Penny Lancaster. He has eight children.

“I think it’s absolutely marvellous being famous. I love it. I like walking down the street and being recognised. I don’t go out of my way to be recognised.”

Fortunately, music was another love in his life and he was influenced by top soul singers then like Otis Redding and Sam Cook. This was the early ‘60s and pop music was sweeping the nation. Rod joined Birmingham-based rhythm and blues group Jimmy Powell and the Five Dimensions and toured the UK.

Early in 1966, the group disbanded and Rod joined Shotgun Express, before becoming a member of better known the Jeff Back Group. This heralded a rise to stardom and where he honed his style as a dynamic, sexy lead singer. Hit records followed but, sadly, the group began to fall apart.

Rod recognises that people have certain sartorial expectations of him. As he commented: “I don’t think people expect Bruce Springsteen to come out in a pink satin jacket but Rod Stewart they do. And I like doing it, I don’t wear it just because I think I have to. I’m a very flamboyant person.”

He has never shrunk from publicity, but never particularly courted it, either. His philosophy on this is simple: “I don’t know anybody that doesn’t like being famous in the first place.

He was talented in the sport, too, and had trials at Brentford FC, in the Third Division at the time, but he was never signed.

Back in London again, he then joined Long John Baldry’s band, the Hoochie Coochie Men, which later became Steampacket and toured as support for The Rolling Stones and the Walker Brothers.

Mod clothes to the tight tartan trousers and often eye-popping fashions that helped establish his sense of style.

That Scottish heritage also makes him canny about cash. “I don’t mind buying one round of drinks,” he stated, “but I am b****y well not going to buy another.

“I’m a very flamboyant person.”

The days of raw rock like Do Ya Think I’m Sexy? gave way to a smoother, very different repertoire and in the early 2000s he released a series of successful albums interpreting the Great American Songbook.

In spite of changes in musical fashion, Rod has always had his fans and been a major star, probably because he has been able to adapt. And it’s worked - he’s sold more than 200 million records worldwide and is viewed as being able to sing virtually any type of song.

He has always been a snazzy and contemporary dresser, from his early trademark upright hairdo - kept in place by hairspray and determination - and his

“I don’t miss a penny. I get a daily statement about where every penny is going and every investment. I wouldn’t say I worry about money, but you never know what’s around the corner.

“I worry more about my children’s views on money sometimes. They’ve grown up privileged and it’s an ongoing battle they know the price of everything and the value of nothing.”

His great, deserved success might have meant a lessening of his enthusiasm for getting onstage. But, as the tickets leap from the box-office for this latest tour, From Gasoline Alley to Another Country – the title of his latest album - Rod is as enthusiastic as ever about performing for the fans, who can expect plenty of his chart-toppers.

Generously, though, while he is always honest about his talent, he insists that he is not the main man.

“Elvis was the king,” he stated. “No doubt about it. People like myself, Mick Jagger and all the others only followed in his footsteps.”

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Spring This is the time to plant your summer-flowering bulbs and seeds, such as gladiolus and freesias, to ensure your garden is in full bloom by summer. Trick friends and family into thinking you have a new patio by jet-washing and cleaning away the moss from between your paving stones at the start of spring.

Autumn Your lawn will need some TLC before the cold weather strikes. Do so by clearing it of all dead leaves and mowing it for the last time in late October. Autumn is also a good time to plant bulbs, such as daffodils, hyacinths, and tulips, so that they can germinate and will be ready to bloom in the spring.

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Shop around for smaller items of furniture like bedside tables. “You can pick up cheaper copies in high street stores,” she says. The same applies to cut-glass drawer and door handles.

“Often, just changing the handles on furniture or buying new window poles can update the room. “Clearance light fittings can be painted or sprayed, and you can add diamantes or beads on lampshades. Also, if you have throws on furniture already, invest in some really smart cushion covers and trim the existing throws with the same material.”

How to give your home that contemporary look WHENEVER we see those posh glossy magazines showing upmarket homes and interiors or watch TV programmes featuring fabulous houses most of us wonder “how can I give my home that contemporary look?”

Actually adapting the latest home interior ideas when you’re working on a realistic budget is not as impossible as it might first appear.

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and last much longer, and you will be getting exactly the design you want.”

The same principle applies to wallpaper. “You don’t need to invest a fortune to get wallpaper for a feature wall,” she says. “But good wallpaper often comes in wider sizes than the average roll which means it will have fewer joins and look better overall.

While it’s always possible to get bargains on the internet, Allyson advises that it’s always best “to see and feel” soft furnishing items in particular.

“Colours and textures aren’t always right when items arrive in the post,” she concludes. “Shop local – you can see everything yourself and still get plenty of bargains.”

Sam Ablard from Brand Interiors knows the wisdom of this advice. The company has 10 stores across the North-west of England selling furniture from famous high street names at discounted prices.

As interior designer Allyson Houghton of Ideas Interior explains: “There are always alternative ways and tricks to get the style you want.”

Unusually, though, sometimes buying bespoke rather than opting for readymade chain-store items can work out cheaper. “For example, if you want gorgeous pelmets and drapes for your home, you may well be better off getting them made than buying them off the shelf,” adds Allyson. “They will fit better

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HOME This market also allows them to monitor the latest trends and styles, and Sam reports that the key trend developing this season is an uplift in retro styles. “These are from periods like the 1920s, ‘30s and ‘70s,” she states.

“Choosing a statement piece from one of these eras can totally change the look of a room.”

If you are updating your home interior, Sam suggests one clever way –

“Add an oversized mirror – it creates a statement and enhances the light in your room.”

And she points to one range, Gallery Direct’s, fresh and exciting new range of accent mirrors “that will transform any room into a 1920s dance hall.”

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Cover an existing headboard in fabric to match curtains to update the room. will really enhance it, you could instead group pictures on shelves for an elegant display.

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HOME Kitchens are often the heart of the home so if you’re looking to update yours consider making it into a kitchen-diner.

Providing the space to cook, eat and entertain together as a family or with friends makes for a more relaxing atmosphere. In some homes, taking out a downstairs wall frees up much-needed kitchen space to provide open-plan layouts and a place to socialise all year round.

Go for a more streamlined look in the kitchen with handleless kitchen units and stainless steel worktops. Add clever lighting for a touch of drama and colourful chairs to soften a contemporary colours-scheme. Consider deep blues, white and grey in the kitchen and add low-hung pendant lighting over a central island.

Bathrooms can be updated and improved with more efficient use of space. In a small bathroom, use neutral colours that run along the floor, up the walls and even continue onto the bath and toilet to give a feeling of neverending space.

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TOM KiTCHiN - KiTCHiN SUPPERS This is one of my favourite Sunday roasts. You can’t get much more British than a leg of lamb, but serving it in this way gives a certain Mediterranean feel and flavour, which makes the dish seem light and fresh. Infusing the lamb with flavourings like rosemary and fennel seeds makes it deliciously tasty.

Most side dishes work with lamb, so choose your vegetables according to the season. You might also like to serve new potatoes alongside here, or a potato gratin.

ROASTED LEG OF LAMB WITH RATATOUILLE-STUFFED TOMATOES SERVES 4 1.2kg boned and rolled leg of lamb 5 garlic cloves, peeled and chopped handful of rosemary sprigs, leaves only, roughly chopped 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1 teaspoon fennel seeds sea salt and freshly ground black pepper 250ml lamb stock or chicken stock 50g butter STUFFED TOMATOES 4 large tomatoes on the vine olive oil for cooking 1 onion, peeled and diced 3 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1 tablespoon dried herbs de Provence 1 courgette, diced 1 aubergine, diced 1 red pepper, cored, deseeded and diced

Place the lamb on a board. In a bowl, mix together the garlic, rosemary, cumin and fennel seeds. Using a sharp knife, pierce little slits all over the surface of the lamb. Using your fingers, push the rosemary and spice mixture into the cuts. Season the meat with salt and pepper. Put to one side.

To prepare the tomatoes, snip them off the vine, but leave the stalks intact. Cut a slice off the top off the tomatoes, removing about a quarter, and reserve these lids. Using a teaspoon, carefully scoop out the juice and seeds from inside, leaving the shells intact; set aside, along with the tops.

For the ratatouille stuffing, heat a heavy-based saucepan over a medium heat and add a little olive oil. Add the onion and cook slowly for 3–4 minutes. Stir in the garlic and dried herbs.

Now turn up the heat and add the courgette, aubergine and some salt and pepper. Cook, stirring often, for a further 3–4 minutes; you may need to add more olive oil as the aubergine

will absorb quite a lot. Add the red pepper and cook for a further 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Check the seasoning and take off the heat.

To cook the lamb, heat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. Heat a heavy-based ovenproof pan over a medium-high heat and add a little olive oil. Add the lamb joint and colour on all sides, allowing 3–4 minutes. Transfer to the oven and roast for 15 minutes.

Meanwhile, fill the tomatoes with the ratatouille and put the lids back on. Stand the stuffed tomatoes in a small roasting tray. Add the stock, butter and a drizzle of olive oil to the tray.

When the meat has been roasting for 15 minutes, turn the setting down to 160°C/Gas 3 and put the stuffed tomatoes into the oven. Roast the meat for a further 20 minutes, along with the tomatoes, basting these with the pan juices from time to time.

Rest the lamb in a warm place for 10 minutes. Slice the meat and serve with the stuffed tomatoes, spooning over all the pan juices.

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Your perfect recipe needs top quality ingredients...

SMOKED SALMON & SPINACH LASAGNE This comforting pasta bake is easy to prepare and always popular. The recipe is based on a Scandinavian dish that my wife Michaela has been making for years. It’s absolutely delicious and has the added advantage that it can be prepared in advance, ready to bake and serve when required.

Serves 4–6 Béchamel sauce 75g butter 75g plain flour 850ml milk sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Lasagne 25g butter

Bury Market, winner of BBC Radio 4’s Food and Farming Awards (Best Food Market) really has it all.

With over 350 stalls open every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday you will find our friendly traders sell everything you need for making delicious home-cooked meals.

Great quality produce at great value prices, brought fresh to market every day!

Bury Market Tel: 0161 253 6520

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Email: burymarkets@bury.gov.uk Web: www.burymarket.com

1 leek, trimmed, washed and cut into strips 400g baby spinach 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 400g smoked salmon 300g Cheddar, grated 8–10 lasagne sheets 4 dill sprigs, roughly chopped, to garnish

Heat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4. To make the béchamel sauce, melt the butter in a heavy-based saucepan, stir in the flour and cook for 1–2 minutes. Slowly stir in the milk and cook at a gentle simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.

For the lasagne, melt half the butter in a heavy-based pan over a medium-low heat. Add the leek strips, season with salt and pepper and sweat gently for 2–3 minutes. Add the spinach leaves, a handful at a time, along with the garlic and cook for another minute or two. Drain off the excess liquid.

Use the rest of the butter to grease a large square or rectangular ovenproof dish. Cut the smoked salmon into small pieces, roughly 2cm square.

Spoon a layer of the béchamel sauce over the bottom of the dish and layer a third of the lasagne sheets on top. Spoon half of the leek and spinach mixture over the lasagne, followed by a good third of the smoked salmon, then cover with a third of the remaining béchamel and sprinkle some cheese over the surface. Repeat the layers of lasagne, leek and spinach, smoked salmon, béchamel and cheese, then cover with a top layer of lasagne.

Spoon the rest of the béchamel sauce on top and scatter over the remaining smoked salmon and grated cheese. Bake for about 45 minutes until the top is a deep golden colour. To check that the lasagne is cooked, insert a knife in the middle; it should meet with minimal resistance.

Scatter the chopped dill on top of the lasagne and serve, with a crisp green salad on the side.

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MUSHROOM BRIOCHES The idea for this savoury brioche came from one of the legendary chefs I once worked for in Paris, Guy Savoy. I love its earthy mushroom flavour, especially with pâté or alongside a soup. Served slightly warm or toasted, it is just heavenly.

Makes 10–12 mini brioches 180ml lukewarm milk 1½ sachets active dried yeast (10g) 4 free-range medium eggs 560g plain flour 15g salt 50g sugar 340g unsalted butter, softened Mushroom duxelle 400g button mushrooms, cleaned 20g butter 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallot 2 garlic cloves, peeled and finely chopped 1 teaspoon dried herbes de Provence sea salt and freshly ground black pepper Eggwash 2 egg yolks beaten with 1 teaspoon water and a pinch of salt

Pour the milk into a jug, sprinkle on the dried yeast and leave for 10–15 minutes, until the yeast is fully dissolved and the liquid begins to froth. Add the eggs to the yeast liquid, beating lightly to break them down.

Combine the flour, salt and sugar in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a dough hook and mix briefly. Now, with the motor running, slowly pour in the yeast, milk and egg mix.

Continue to work on a medium speed for 5–7 minutes.

Once the dough appears smooth and elastic, begin adding the butter, little by little, until it is all incorporated. Continue mixing for a further 5 minutes. When ready, the dough should appear very smooth and shiny.

Turn the dough out into a lightly oiled large bowl. Cover with lightly oiled cling film and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in size; this should take about an hour.

In the meantime, prepare the mushroom duxelle. Chop the mushrooms into small dices. Heat a heavy-based pan over a medium-low heat. Add the butter and, once melted and foaming, add the mushrooms, shallot, garlic, dried herbs and some seasoning. Cook for 3–4 minutes to soften and release

all the liquid from the mushrooms. Then increase the heat to drive off the liquid; the pan should be quite dry. Set aside to cool.

Lightly grease and flour 10–12 metal rings, 7.5cm in diameter, and stand on a baking sheet. Turn the risen dough onto a floured surface and knead lightly. Divide the dough in half. Roll each half into a rectangle, about 40 x 20cm and 1cm thick. Spread the mushroom duxelle on top of the two sheets of dough, leaving a 1cm margin along the edges.

Starting at a long edge, roll each rectangle of dough up like a Swiss roll, finishing with the seam underneath. Cut into 7.5cm lengths and place in the prepared rings. Cover with lightly oiled cling film and allow to prove until they have almost reached the top of the rings. Meanwhile, heat the oven to 180°C/Gas 4.

Brush the brioches with eggwash and bake for 15 minutes until deep golden. Leave in the tins for 5 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack to cool. Serve while still slightly warm.

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OUT & ABOUT

AROUND BLACKBURN & DARWEN A guide to the amazing events around Blackburn & Darwen for 2017

Preston

“At the centre of it all is the generous, exuberant, charismatic Cole” Catherine Françoise Onstage Preston Guild Hall prestonguildhall.co.uk/shows/ brendan-cole-2017/ 24th Feb

Magic - Jamie Raven

April - September

Family - Ribble Steam Railway

Every year the volunteers add new elements to special gala days, steam, diesels and cars are lined up for 2017...

Two Steam Gala events are planned for the 2017 season when the volunteers run up to 4 steam locomotives each day.

Every year the railway tries its best to present something a little bit different and these two weekends will be an opportunity for you to ride behind the railway’s Industrial Steam locomotives on passenger trains and a Special Timetable is run to maximise the use of all the locomotives.

There are great photographic opportunities throughout the day.

Riversway Docklands, Preston, ribblesteam.org.uk 18th Feb - 7.30pm

Performance - brendan cole - all night long

A brand new show for 2017, Brendan hosts another spectacular production featuring his guest dancers, a new leading lady and a 14 piece band and singers live on stage. Stunning lighting, amazing special effects and superb choreography. It’s going be a party! Don’t miss it.

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Jamie has been perfecting his craft over the past 11 years working as a magician around the world and his ambition was always to take it to a wider audience and BGT finally gave him that chance. His online videos from Britain’s Got Talent have now been seen over 100 million times, making him one of the most viewed magicians in the world.

Charter Theatre, Preston prestonguildhall.co.uk/shows/ jamie-raven/

Bury Market has a well deserved reputation for friendly service, fantastic produce and great value.

Located off J2 of the M66 and with over 350 stalls open every Full Market Day it’s easy to find and even easier to enjoy!

Bury Town Centre is also home to the Fusilier Museum, East Lancashire Railway, Bury Transport Museum and Bury Art Gallery.

Burnley 13rd May - 7.30pm

Music - The World Famous Elvis Show

Starring in Europe’s largest Elvis Production to date: THE WORLD FAMOUS ELVIS SHOW. CHRIS CONNOR, stars with his live 12 piece energetic band ‘THE STEELS’, with the Sweet Harmonies. They will be recreating 2 huge concerts from Elvis in the 70’s. - Selling out in theatres World Wide.

This show respectively and authentically recreates ELVIS at his very best. You will simply feel that you have been transported back in time. If you were not lucky enough to see Elvis live, you will walk away from this concert feeling that you have! Many Elvis fans are left emotionally moved when they leave the show.

Burnley Mechanics Theatre worldfamouselvisshow.com/2017

Bury Market Hall: Open every day except Sunday Full Markets Open: Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays “Winner National Coach Tourism Awards” Coach Friendly Shopping Destination of the Year “Winner NABMA’s” Best Market Attraction

Bury Market Management: Tel: 0161 253 6520 Email: burymarkets@bury.gov.uk Web: www.burymarket.com : @BuryMarket

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on/miss-peregrines-home-forpeculiar-children/ 15th Feb - 7.30pm

Family - An Evening with Nigel Marven 3rd Feb - 2nd June

Comedy - George’s Comedy Club

George’s Comedy Club runs on the first Friday of every month and brings you the very best, handpicked comedians to Lancashire in an intimate cabaret setting.

Windsor Suite, Blackburn, kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/ georges-comedy-club-2-2/

Already a star around the world, and a favourite on every channel from BBC, ITV and Channel Five to Discovery and Animal Planet, now Nigel brings some of his favourite live creatures, from snakes to owls, to Darwen Library Theatre for a one-off special event.

Darwen Library Theatre, darwenlibrarytheatre.com/ whats-on/an-evening-with-nigelmarven/

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10th Feb - 7pm

Music - Alexander O’Neal Hearsay commenced his special relationship with the UK, where he still holds the record for an African-American performer selling out 6 straight nights at Wembley arena. With his heart firmly in the music industry and a loyalty in the thousands that still buy his records O’Neal’s passion to keep his sound alive is ever present.

King George's Hall, Northgate, Blackburn BB2 1AA. kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/ alexander-oneal/ 13th Feb - 2pm

Family - Mr Bloom

Bring your ‘tiddlers’ along and join Mr Bloom and the Veggies on their first ever live tour. Mr Bloom and his Veggies are getting the Nursery ready for a very special occasion – a member of the Royal family is paying them visit!

King George's Hall, Northgate, Blackburn BB2 1AA. kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/ mr-bloom/ 14th Feb - 2pm

Film - Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children

When Jacob discovers clues to a mystery that stretches across time, he finds Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. But the danger deepens after he gets to know the residents and learns about their special powers.

Darwen Library Theatre, darwenlibrarytheatre.com/whats-

17th Feb - 7.30pm

Event - An Evening With Frank Bruno

Frank will relive some of his greatest moments and tell us about his personal highs and lows.

Windsor Suite, Blackburn, kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/ an-evening-with-frank-bruno/ 21st Feb - 2pm

Film - Billy Elliot

A talented young boy becomes torn between his unexpected love of dance and the disintegration of his family.

Darwen Library Theatre, darwenlibrarytheatre.com/whatson/billy-elliot/

Open Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday all year round from 9am - 4.30pm Also open all Bank Holidays and Tram Sunday

25th Feb - 7pm

Music - Janglefest

Have you ever been Blowjangled?

Over the past two decades, thousands have. And most of them didn’t feel a thing!…… Other than the urge to dance, sing, cheer, or shake something close to hand.

Blakeys Café Bar, Blackburn, kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/ janglefest/

Victoria Street / Adelaide Street, Fleetwood, Lancashire FY7 6AB Tel: 01253 887651

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OUT & ABOUT 5th March - 7.30pm

Music - Tom Jones Tribute

Tom Jones tribute act Andy Wood has been performing the act for 12 years now, and is one of the best and accurate tributes on the circuit with his one hour extravaganza of Tom Jones’ hits getting the party started at any function.

Thwaites Empire Theatre, Blackburn thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk/event/this-is-tom/

9th March & 15th March

Family - Last Choir Singing

The ‘Last Choir Singing’ is a Lancashire-wide choir competition for junior school children, which True Bearing Chartered Financial Planners organizes and sponsors in partnership with the Music Services in Lancashire, Blackpool and Blackburn with Darwen.

Westholme Theatre, Blackburn, kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/last-choir-singing/ 3rd March - 7pm

Music - Iron Bell

Iron Bell, a six piece band of seasoned and experienced musicians who perform accurately, and with dedication, the music of Pink Floyd from the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s.

Darwen Library Theatre, darwenlibrarytheatre.com/whats-on/iron-bell/

11th March - 7.30pm

Music - Super Sonic 70s Show

Featuring the incredible Cat Suited Wondergirl Janey Bombshell, arguably one of the finest female singers in the UK. Janey adds some real “Agnetha glamour” alongside co-lead vocalist Mark Keen, singing sensation from The Blunter Brothers & Boogie Wonderland.

Thwaites Empire Theatre, Blackburn thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk/event/super-sonic-70sshow/ 12th March - 2pm

Family - Junior Showtime

These shows are local children from Bolton, Blackburn and Darwen areas showing off their talents for dancing and singing.

Thwaites Library Theatre, Blackburn thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk/event/junior-showtime/ 17th March - 7.30pm

Haworth Art Gallery Accrington Home of Europe’s largest public collection of Tiffany glass

FREE 15 minute introduction to

Music - John Power

to book (maximum 2 places per person).

Based on his smash hit film and adapted for the stage by Oscar-winning writer Simon Beaufoy, this hilarious and heartfelt production stars Gary Lucy, Andrew Dunn, Louis Emerick, Chris Fountain, Anthony Lewis, Kai Owen and a cast of fourteen and is directed by Jack Ryder.

Blakeys Café Bar, Blackburn kinggeorgeshall.com/whats-on/john-power/

FREE glass of Prosecco with Afternoon

7th April - 7:30 pm

the Gallery and its Tiffany glass collection on Sunday 12th February at 2pm with this advertisement, please telephone 01254 233782

Tea booked with the Gallery Kitchen on Sunday 12th of February with this advertisement, please telephone 01254 491660 to book.

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Roy Orbison and Friends

This celebration of The Big O’s musical legacy is quite simply unmissable as Barry Steele takes you on this specially revamped musical journey in time from the early sun years right through to the late 80’s and also includes a special tribute to the time Roy Spent with The Traveling Wilburys, & Jeff Lynne. Add to the mix our fabulous friends celebrating and performing the music of the stars who really did tour and perform with Roy, and you have yourself an incredible fusion of 60’s Solid Gold Classics and 80’s contemporary musical genius all on one stage.

This show really will be very special, so come along and celebrate the Masters Legacy, with Barry Steele and Friends.

The Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Road, Blackburn BB2 4HT. www.thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk 20th May - 7.30pm

Jools Holland

Pianist, bandleader, singer, composer, television presenter and multiplatinum recording artist Jools Holland and his much loved Rhythm & Blues Orchestra will be delighting Blackburn with an evening of jazz and blues.

King George's Hall, Northgate, Blackburn BB2 1AA. 20th May - 7:30 pm

An Evening with Eric Bristow

Everyone in the audience will have a chance to play the 5 times World Darts Champion as he challenges people on the night before telling stories of his life and answering questions from everybody.

The Empire Theatre, Aqueduct Road Blackburn BB2 4HT. www.thwaitesempiretheatre.co.uk

Bowling in Burnley

Historians suggest the game of bowls made its way from Egypt across Europe with Julius Caesar’s centurions.

England’s first bowling club was established in 1299 in Southampton and is still going strong. By the 14th Century bowls had become so popular that commoners

were banned from playing because participation in archery (essential for defence) was declining.

In July 1588 on Plymouth Hoe, Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh famously refused to interrupt their game of bowls when word reached them of the impending assault of the Spanish Armada!

Six centuries later, bowls remains a popular and very sociable sport which provides gentle exercise, often in the beautiful surroundings of a park.

Bowling is popular because it is an easy game to learn.

A novice can pick up the basics in half an hour and spend the next 20 years trying to master it and people of all ages and abilities/disabilities can play with and against each other.

Increasingly the health benefits of bowling are being recognised. Bowling can help keep you fit and active as the gentle exercise helps to strengthen muscles and give you flexibility and endurance.

Bowling is also a very social sport and if you would like to give it a try, Burnley’s numerous bowling clubs offer a warm welcome to new members.

Bowling greens are open from April to September.

Look out for details of taster sessions and open days that are being organised on your local green this Summer.

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OUT & ABOUT Bridge Bridge is a pastime which is played by people of all ages but many decide to take it up in their 50’s and 60’s. At this age, many people start thinking about retirement, and ways to occupy their time.

Bridge is a game in which four people sit around a table and compete together regardless of their ages or fitness levels. It can also be very sociable and a good way to meet new friends whether you are in a couple or not. It is also not an expensive hobby. It is ideal for people on their own as it provides social interaction.

Research has been done and published which concluded that being a member of clubs and social groups – such as a bridge club – after retirement reduces your risk of premature death.

BBCRadio 4 looked at how women in their 90’s have managed to stay healthy and active . Two interviewees cited bridge as one of the biggest influences on their prolonged good health, noting both benefits of keeping the mind active and also the social benefits of playing bridge after the death of their husbands. Martina Navratilova

has been quoted saying ‘’No matter where I go, I can always make new friends at the bridge table’’.

For many who are interested in taking up bridge the best way is to take lessons. Many clubs offer lessons for complete beginners.

Brierfield Bridge Club has over 300 members and is one of the largest clubs in Lancashire. It is ideally located next to Brierfield railway station and has a bus stop within walking distance.

The club has enough room to accommodate up to 24 tables of bridge, together with modern kitchen facilities and teaching rooms for beginners’ and improvers’ classes. Lessons are offered every year for complete beginners and no prior knowledge of the game is needed.

As well as being open every weekday for playing there are regular social evening s such as Wine and Cheese Evenings and Supper Socials where a three course meal is served . These events are very popular especially with older members of the club.

Please contact Anne Spencer on tel: 01282 614290.

Towneley Hall, Park & Gardens

A great day out

Towneley Hall, a 14th Century historic house with art gallery and museum, located in 400 acres of beautiful parkland, provides all the ingredients for a fun, adventurous and educational day out.

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TOWNELEY HALL 19th February

Wedding Fair

12.00 until 4.30pm. Free entry 4th - 23rd February

Padiham Camera Club Exhibition 12.00 until 4.00pm.

14th - 17th April

Easter Activities -

12.00 until 4.00pm. Mini tours of the hall-Pendelfin rabbit trail and quiz sheets plus Friends of Towneley Park Easter egg trail.

For further details ring 01282 477130 or check out the web site.

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HEALTH

Quality dentures mean a quality lifestyle The Importance of Dentures The eyes, nose and teeth are the focal points of every face; they give the first impressions of your personality.

Natural teeth grow in proportion and in harmony with your facial features and your dentures should be made accordingly.

Your teeth, or your dentures, have many important functions: to support your facial muscles, to help formulate your speech, and most importantly to chew your food and start the digestive process.

It is very important to chew food properly, as poorly chewed food will take longer to digest, especially for the elderly who could risk problems in the digestive system.

Choice of Dentures There are four main quality standards in denture materials.

The denture base (gum coloured on which the denture teeth sit).

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Of course, the materials alone will not make a good denture. In the hands of a skilful and experienced Clinical Dental Technician the best results are achieved.

Dentures Need Regular Servicing Dentures are in constant use almost 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They are also in a pretty hostile environment in the mouth, being attacked by strong acid, bacteria, hot, cold and spicy food.

Denture material absorbs liquids and food odour.

Daily cleaning is essential as well as professional ultrasonic cleaning in a dental laboratory at least once a year. Due to constant bone resorbtion dentures will become loose sooner or later.

Loose dentures will increase damage to the gums and bone structure, and increase the risk of breakage. Have them re-lined as soon as possible to get a good fit. It only takes a day or two.

Have your dentures inspected by a Clinical Dental Technician at least every two years, or more frequently if necessary.

Your Dentures need Attention 1. When they become loose.

2. When teeth or denture base discolours.

3. When tooth surfaces become flat.

4. When denture base does not fit around natural teeth (in partial dentures).

5. When you develop deep lines around your mouth.

6. When your chin sticks out, and the corners of your lips are constantly wet, developing sores.

7. When you stop smiling and feel embarrassed.

Should I have a spare set of Dentures made?

My Dentures have become loose!

Yes, it is very important to have a spare set of dentures for emergencies in case of breakage.

This is easily remedied by a procedure know as Re-lining. A new layer of Denture base is added to your existing Denture, improving the fit and restoring confidence.

Dentures with worn down teeth Teeth excessively worn, require a new set of dentures.

Dentures on Implants This type of Denture is constructed in conjunction with the Dental Implant Surgeon. This is a very good procedure when the patient has limited control and retention of their Dentures. The finished Dentures ‘click’ into position offering the ultimate in Denture Retention.

Major improvements in Facial Features Padding dentures to reduce lines and fill up sunken cheeks will require a new set

At the same time we have to use our technical expertise in order to make the denture stable and functional. Denture construction is more art than science.

of dentures. It is advisable to have a new set of dentures made every 5 to 10 years.

What is a Clinical Dental Technician?

Professional Clinical Dental Technicians are members of the Dental Health Care Team. They have undergone specific training and education in the skills and knowledge necessary to provide a removable appliance service directly to the community.

No Spare Set? “Denture in a day” Lost or misplaced your dentures? With planning, we can provide you with a new set in 24 hours!

Equipped with solid technical training as a Dental Technician - plus post-technician training in sciences, clinical skills, and interpersonal skills - the Clinical Dental Technician can design, create, construct and modify (repair and rebase) removable appliances to ensure optimal fit, maximum comfort and general wellbeing of patients.

Difficulties in Constructing a Good Set of Dentures Constructing a functional and aesthetically pleasing set of dentures is the most difficult task in dentistry. We are not only replacing lost teeth, but also lost tissue matter and bone. In other words, we have to re-create your facial features as they were before the loss of your natural teeth.

These skills enable the Clinical Dental Technician, whilst remaining a member of the Dental Health Care Team, to work independently of other Dental Health Care providers.

In most cases we do not know what your teeth looked like, what size they were or what position they were in originally.

We have a few indications but mostly we have to rely on our visual and artistic judgement.

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Visit us for a free of charge 20 minute consultation for new dentures, implants or any denture related problems to discuss your concerns and to find out how we can help you.

We can also provide you with a new set of dentures within 24 hours!

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These stabilise troublesome dentures and can truly change lives.

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NEIL ECKERSLEY presents

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