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Buxton is maintaining its town centre shopping experience because one of the major magnets for shoppers, The Springs Shopping Centre, is in the very heart of the town.

Going to the shops remains a major British activity and the habit is alive and well in Buxton with the 50+ age group extremely well represented in visitor numbers to the The Springs.

The town is a regional retail hub for the villages and farms that surround Buxton and the wide mix of shops in The Springs provides an enduring attraction for both local shoppers and the increasing number of visitors to the town and the Peak District.

“We are perfectly positioned to help maintain Buxton as a genuine town centre shopping experience,” says The Springs manager, Carlon Stewart. “So many town centres are now suffering because many of the major shops are located outside the central area. We are quite literally part of the town’s main shopping thoroughfare and so, together with our retail partners in the high street, we maintain the vibrancy of the town centre.”

The key to The Springs success is the remarkably broad mix of retails outlets. Fashion and health play major roles within

this and, in addition, Waitrose is an important retailer and a significant attraction for many shoppers.

The UK health food supplement market is worth a staggering £350 million and more than 30% of British adults are regular consumers. Whether shoppers are aiming to meet their “Five A Day” fresh fruit and vegetable target, buy specialist health food supplements or have their eyes tested, the solution is in the centre.

Specialist shops covering this sector of the market include Vision Express, Boots Opticians, SpecSavers, Holland & Barrett, Superdrug and Grape Tree. Vitamins and other supplements and health foods are also available in other outlets.

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For the fashionistas The Springs offers an excellent choice of designs and labels for both men and women of all ages.

New Look skilfully follows the international catwalk trends.

Next has something for all and is nationally recognised for its designs. Evans has a more traditional offering and Dorothy Perkins is a long-established retail name that has clothes for all ages.

“We are perfectly positioned to help maintain Buxton as a genuine town centre shopping experience...”

“It isn’t too clichéd to claim that there is something for everyone of every age in The Springs but a visit here is far more than just a shopping trip it is essentially a social experience. The majority of our shoppers are local people from the town and surrounding areas and I have often been told that this is the place to meet your friends and have a cup of coffee,” adds Carlon.

“It is the same for people who work locally. They come here at lunchtime to find something tasty and enjoyable and, above all, to be with other people. Our aim is to make The Springs far more than a shopping centre. It is an essential part of the social mix that makes up Buxton.”

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What’s your favourite prank to play? Whether it’s with unsuspecting friends or the grand-kids, we’ve probably all pulled – and been on the receiving end of – a trick or two in our time. But what about those tricks that aren’t quite as innocent – the ones that are designed to part you with your cash. Well, you’ll be glad we “made you look” as we go through some of the more common pranks you should be on the look-out for.

Shoulder surfers: one of the most common ways for fraudsters

to acquire your PIN is not through sophisticated techniques of card cloning, but simply by watching over your shoulder as you enter it. Always be wary of people standing behind you at cash points and when entering your PIN in a shop.

Phishing: have you won a lottery you didn’t enter? Had a request from “your bank” to confirm your details? These are all phishing scams and you will end up losing money. Look out for the email originating from an unusual address, or failing to address you by name. Some can be more convincing and even look like they have been sent to you by friends. If in doubt, don’t give your details out.

Hang-up, no you hang-up: imagine it – you receive a call from

your bank telling you your account had been compromised and you need to act fast to save your cash! You’d do exactly as you were told right? But stop, this is a scam. Your bank would take its own steps to prevent fraud on your account, it would never require you to give out your full account number, password, PIN or hand over your card to a courier – ever. Even if you’re convinced you’re on the phone to your bank – never give out this information.

Payment protection insurance (PPI) refunds: you receive a text or call from someone claiming to be your bank, the Ministry of Justice, or a PPI company telling you that you’re owed money from mis-sold PPI. But, you must pay an administration fee before the refund can be processed. Don’t give away any money! If you have a PPI complaint, you can come to the ombudsman for free and save yourself giving your cash to claims managers unnecessarily.

Online shopping scams: many of us are beating the queues

by shopping online these days – and the good news is that the majority of transactions are completed with no problem. But always be wary of a seller (or buyer) who asks you to complete transactions outside of the official payment channels like PayPal – as you may find you’re not protected if the item you’re buying, or the money for the goods you’ve sold, doesn’t show up.

We hope these tips help you get ahead of the game. But if you’ve lost out to a fraudster, don’t panic. Tell your bank what’s gone wrong but if you’re still not able to get things sorted out, the ombudsman may be able to help on 0300 123 9 123 or www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk.

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Boffins carried out extensive dunk-ometer tests on Britain’s five best loved biscuits and found Rich Tea were still going strong after 20 seconds.

It’s no yak An enterprising farming couple believe they are first to introduce the Himalayan yak to Britain.

Helen and Matthew Worth have imported the fearsome looking bovid, usually found on the Tibetan plateau, to the rolling fields of rural Cheshire.

Unlike domestic cattle yaks can be left out in all weathers happily dealing with temperatures as low as minus 40C. They also sport four foot wide horns, are very nimble on their feet and are quite capable of jumping a five barred gate if spooked. Don’t call me if they need rounding up.

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They plan to visit local gastro pubs and farmers’ markets to promote the meat- said to be incredibly lean and low in cholesterol and saturated fat.

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Hobnobs, by comparison, began to crumble after just four seconds immersed in a cup of tea, followed a split second later by Ginger Nuts.

Staff wrote on the facility’s blog: “In Australia, the only antidote we have is alcohol. Alcohol alters the chemical reaction and stops the kidney failure from occurring.

Digestives held on for five seconds and Chocolate Digestives took 11 seconds to collapse, but Rich Tea was the clear winner.

“Charlie had a tube placed through his nose to his stomach. Over about 48 hours, he was given successive doses of alcohol.”

The research, led by Dr Stuart Farrimond for biscuit giant McVitie’s, also established the best dunking time for each variety and the best biscuit dunking angle.

“The easiest form of alcohol is vodka.

In fact for the whole weekend, Charlie had a huge party with us in the Pet ICU.”

Dr Farrimond also called for a traffic light system on biscuit packets warning dunkers which varieties were high risk and likely to collapse.

Charlie’s owner Jacinta Rosewarne told the Herald Sun:

“Given the danger of a hot biscuit falling onto a clean shirt, there should be a ‘dunk-o-meter’ traffic light advisory system for all packets of cookies and biscuits,” he said.

“He was definitely drunk.

“He was stumbling around, I’d go to pat him and he’d push me away like a normal drunk person, he was vomiting a little, whining like a drunk.”

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“A red circle would indicate short dunk of under five seconds, amber would advise a five to ten second dip and green for longer.”

Isn’t it heartening to know that science is being applied to such important matters?

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Venice from the Water Gillian Thornton has been a freelance journalist for more than 30 years, writing everything from parenting features to celebrity interviews, corporate copy to heritage articles. A member of the British Guild of Travel Writers, she has been concentrating on travel writing since 1998 ‘I never mind where I go,’ she says. ‘There’s always something new to discover.’ On this trip, Gillian stayed in Venice on a river cruiser with Voyages Jules Verne Eager for my first daylight view of the Venetian lagoon, I jumped out of bed, pulled back the curtains and quickly 8

shut them again as a water bus packed with commuters chugged past the window. Fortunately I was half decent, but when you book a lagoon-view cabin on board the MS Michelangelo, it pays to pack your pyjamas.

Venice is spectacular from any angle, but it’s hard to imagine a more atmospheric or romantic place to stay than on board the river cruise boat MS Michelangelo on the waters of the lagoon. We booked the Venice from the Water package with Voyages Jules Verne, flying to Venice Marco Polo, where a coach collected the group for the half-hour drive to join our vessel at the Maritime Station.

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Giudecca Canal, past St Mark’s Square and the Doges’ Palace to the Riva Sette Martiri where it moored for three nights. Given the unique location, we felt it worth paying the small supplements for a lagoon view cabin on the upper deck – you simply can’t put a price on drawing those curtains (carefully!) and watching the flotilla of water vessels from the comfort of your holiday bed.

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TRAVEL- LEISURE Expect to walk if you want to see Venice properly. Hills are obviously not a problem, but there are many small footbridges up and over the canals so flat shoes are a must. From the Michelangelo’s mooring, it’s a delightful 15-minute stroll to St Mark’s Square, and I’d recommend going back at least once after dinner to enjoy the illuminated square and quiet canals at their most tranquil. By day, the cruise-boat tourists who flock to St Mark’s rarely walked up as far as our floating hotel.

The MS Michelangelo is operated by French company Croisi’Europe and we shared it with French and German travellers. Cabins are compact but very comfortable with big picture windows to take advantage of that view, and if you don’t want to pay the lagoon view supplement, the quay option showcases some elegant buildings.

The vessel is immaculately maintained and crew were forever cleaning and polishing, inside and out. We found the multinational staff friendly and efficient, and a lot of effort had clearly gone into the crew entertainment on the final evening in the lounge bar – music, comedy and a modest degree of good-natured audience participation. There was also dancing on two nights to international hits performed by a local singer. Or you can just sit back and watch the others strut their stuff over a drink.

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evening in a historic palazzo on their big day, simply through lack of other interest from other passengers. But they were offered – and much enjoyed – an alternative opera concert in a church.

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CHERYL’S HAPPY DAYS When it comes to making your mind up about careers to take talented young Cheryl Baker must have had plenty of choices.

The bubbly Cockney who helped bring Eurovision alight in Buck’s Fizz when she and fellow group member Jay Aston had their skirts whipped off did, however, just have one goal in mind. “I always wanted to sing,” she explains.

We are chatting half-way through a six-month tour of “Happy Days – The Musical” – the show based on the famous American TV sitcom first broadcast in the 1970s which gave a snapshot of family life in the mid-50s and ‘60s.

It spawned the character of The Fonz, a hip youngster who caught the imagination of fans across the world and definitely proved a big hit in England. “In fact, the series was actually bigger in this country than in America itself,” informs Cheryl.

In the show, she takes the part of Mrs Marion Cunningham, Fonz’s ditzy Mrs C who unintentionally is extremely funny. Cheryl loves the role, and the whole show. “It really is wonderful,” she enthuses. “The music by Paul Williams is just fantastic and the show is written by the same person who wrote the original TV series so the characters really come to life.”

Cheryl herself is a larger-than-life character who has endeared herself to the public, at home and abroad, since the Eurovision Song Contest and the group’s first hit record Making Your Mind Up. She had actually been in Eurovision before that, with Co-Co in 1978, but their song, The Bad Old Days, could only manage 11th place. When Cheryl was contacted by Nichola Martin, who was setting up a new group under the name Buck’s Fizz with a view to entering another song, she joined up. The rest, as they say, is musical history: Making Your Mind Up was a global hit, and Buck’s Fizz went on to five years of success and more hit singles.

Perhaps, though, it was always meant to be that Cheryl with all her personality and likeability was

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destined for a variety of other things.

And that has certainly been the case.

A quick look at her c.v. reads like an agent’s dream: she’s appeared in and hosted TV programmes from Record Breakers to Walking the Dog, from baking series to slimming challenges and regularly presented programmes live.

She’s done panto, radio and appeared in drama like Dial M For Murder and musicals like Footloose, so her latest incarnation should really be no surprise.

“I’m not the kind of person who could ever sit at home and do nothing anyway,” states Cheryl, now 60. “I’ve got a mortgage and bills to pay like everyone else so I’ve got to work. But I think I like doing something creative, and always will.

“Mind you, I still get the heeby-jeebies about going on stage in something new. I’m used to the music and lines in this show now, but I think I’m the kind of person to always get those nerves and that adrenaline and you do use that. I come off stage and I feel like I’ve done something really worthwhile.”

As well as stage and TV work – she’s due to appear in an edition of TV favourite Pointless in Eurovision week this year – she, Jay Aston and Mike Nolan are still making appearances as Buck’s Fizz.

“Yes, I’m still getting that skirt whipped off!” she laughs. “We love it all and people still seem to love the group and that period. We often appear in retro shows and they stand at the front and sing the songs and they know all the words. They even scream when the skirts go off!”

When she’s not being Cheryl Baker, entertainer, she lives at home in Kent with her husband of 21 years, Steve Stroud, and their 19 year-old twin daughters Kyla and Natalie.

So have the girls seen the show and are they familiar with Happy Days?

“They’ve been a couple of times and love it, although they didn’t know the show at all,” says Cheryl.

She believes that Happy Days was a big success originally because it showed us all an idyllic view of what American life seemed to be. In spite of being a real-life Eastender born in Bethnal Green with an accent she’s never lost, she doesn’t find it hard to adopt an American accent for the show.

“It’s easy,” she instructs. “You just have to roll your r’s and soften your t’s. Just try it.”

Cheryl has never been shy about the weight problem that sometimes shows itself. “I can put on a stone either way anytime,” she asserts. “I’m not the kind of person to be huge, because my parents weren’t, but I’m always on a diet and it’s something I have to watch.”

The travelling and unpredictable lifestyle of touring is not ideal for keeping to a healthy regime and this is something that Cheryl addresses.

“I started running marathons a few years ago and I still go out for four or five miles when I’m on tour,” she adds. “Running burns the calories and does help to keep you fit. I’ve got little legs like a footballer – just like Bobby Moore’s – but they’ve definitely gone leaner with running.”

People warm to Cheryl, they probably always have but her high profile on TV mean that they often feel they know her. “Yes, I’ve always liked that really,” she states. “Our audiences now are great - even though the songs are new, because they’re good and catchy people are enjoying the whole experience.”

As for what happens after the tour – which goes all around the country from Sunderland to The Lowry in Salford – one thing is absolutely certain. Cheryl Baker won’t be retiring any day soon.

“When you’re doing something you love, and you’re still able to do that, why on earth would you retire?”

And then for Cheryl Baker, performer for all seasons, it was back to preparing for that day’s performance in Cambridge - and the warm glow that comes from an audience enjoying their own happy days.

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Be active with your grandchild this summer in Derby Do you have the grandchildren this summer holiday time and not sure where to take them or what to do to keep them occupied?

• Learn to Swim Intensive Lessons - your grandchild can improve stroke technique and water confidence in our Learn to Swim five day courses.

Why not come along and visit Derby leisure facilities. We have fun activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Each week through the holidays, a learn to swim course will be available for swim stages one to four.

Swimming

Look out in our summer holiday programme for specialist lessons for confident swimmers, including diving, Rookie Lifeguard and competitive swimming.

We have swimming pools in two of our sports centres Moorways Sports Complex and Queen’s Leisure Centre.

We run a range of casual swimming sessions, including: • Just Swim - casual swimming session for everyone to enjoy.

• Splish Splash - perfect for young children under the age of eight with their grandparent looking for a gentle family swim.

• Float Session - do you have lively children, wanting to burn off some energy? Children will have fun swimming and splashing around with toys and floats in the pool.

• Love 2 Splash - an excellent session for babies with their grandparents. This dedicated session aims to build water confidence at an early age, in a fun and friendly environment.

• Inflatable Session - this is for children who are confident strong swimmers aged eight to 16 years.

They will have fun on the giant inflatables in the pool.

(Children may be asked to complete a swim test prior to taking part in the session)

The Gym If your grandchild is aged 12 to 16 years they can come with you to the gym! Exercise together at Moorways Sports Centre, Queen’s Leisure Centre or Springwood Leisure Centre.

Racket Sports Challenge your grandchild to a game of table tennis, badminton or squash. If you’re not feeling competitive, why not be the score keeper and spectate while they let off steam?

During the holiday period, families can play racket sports for only £1 each person Monday to Friday 9am to 4pm, equipment hire is FREE. Booking conditions apply.

Coaching Courses Over the summer children can join our weekly coaching courses, including gymnastics, cheerleading, trampolining, badminton, athletics, golf and more...

Courses are for children from the age of five to 16 years.

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For more information on leisure facilities contact: Moorways Sports Centre on 01332 642180 Queen’s Leisure Centre on 01332 641444 Springwood Leisure centre on 01332 664433 Minicom: 01332 640666 For summer holiday, coaching and pool programmes visit: Website: www.derby.gov.uk/sports or Email: admin.sports@derby.gov.uk

Why not visit this summer and discover more at Markeaton Park? There’s plenty to do....

Play more and spend time with the family at the newly refurbished Mundy Play Centre.

Events Throughout summer there will be lots of exciting events in our leisure facilities and parks.

To find out more visit www.derby.gov.uk/leisureevents

Free child swim voucher One child 15 years and under can swim for free in any ‘Just Swim’ pool session, when accompanied by a full paying adult at Moorways Swimming Pool or Queen’s Leisure Centre.

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Do more and take part in a community archaeological dig this summer to uncover Markeaton Hall.

Learn more on one of the watercolour painting workshops.

Or just explore the park and find out what we are doing to make the park a better place to visit, from improved woodland walks, music in the park, to volunteer opportunities with The Conservation Volunteers.

For more information on the restoration project, events and volunteering visit www.derby.gov.uk/MarkeatonPark

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BEAUTIFUL ALL SUMMER The early summer flowers such as foxgloves, aquilegia and lupins are going over now. These are the plants which gave the garden that first amazing flush of colour during June. This month, amongst the taller plants to take the stage, phlox and Japanese anemones provide good background colour , but to keep your garden looking fresh and colourful, its important to keep a regular routine going, to make sure the annuals you’ve planted out don’t stop flowering.

BEDDING PLANTS Make deadheading of bedding plants a regular routine.

If plants make seed, their work is done and they stop flowering.

In a prolonged dry spell, young plants will need to be watered at night occasionally. Never water in hot sun, and avoid getting water on the flowers. Keep a look out for snails and slugs, as these will munch their way through a bed of petunias in no time.

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ROSES Deadhead your roses. To dead head Floribundas and Hybrid Teas, prune back the flower stem to the first pair of five leafleted leaves. Use a sharp pruning tool to make sure you don’t bruise the stem unnecessarily. On standard roses, watch out for suckers. As standard roses are grafted on to a wild rose specie, any growth which come from below the point at which the rose was grafted on to the main root stock is a sucker, and should be removed, as if it is left, it will weaken the named rose and eventually the plant will revert to the wild.

Look out for black spot, which will denude your rose bush of leaves, and if left unchecked, can kill the plant. Pick off and burn all infected leaves, to prevent re-infection. Spray with a systemic fungicide -, e.g. Rose Clear.

LILIES Look for the lily beetle, which is bright red with black spots. Knock these off and kill them before they lay their eggs. If you see black deposits on the stems or leaves, these are the grubs, and will strip your beautiful lilies in a couple of days. It’s a messy business removing these, and the easiest way is to wipe them off the plant with a damp tissue.

DAHLIAS Dahlias are greedy feeders. A liquid plant food applied around the roots will keep them healthy, strong growing, and free flowering all summer. Check stakes, and as the plant grows, tie in the stems regularly.

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TAKE CUTTINGS This is the best time of year to take cuttings of a large variety of plants, from pinks to hydrangeas. To do this, first fill a clay pot with dampened potting compost, and make a series of holes in the compost around the inside edge of the pot. Choose a healthy plant and sever the stem just below a leaf node (a point on the stem with two developed leaves). Pull off these leaves, dip your stem into rooting hormone, tap off excess, and put into the prepared holes, gently firming the compost around the stems. (It’s very important to be sure of having your cutting with leaf nodes, as the roots will spring from here). Make a mini greenhouse by putting two canes into the middle of the pot, and placing the whole into a plastic bag. Within two weeks or so, you should be able to test for roots by levering one of the cuttings away from the pot.

FLOWERING SHRUBS Weigelias, Deutzias and Mock Orange (Philadelphus), have finished flowering by now, and should be pruned back. Next year’s flowers will appear on ripened wood, and so you need to take out all flowering stems to allow for new growth to ripen for next year. Once your lavender shrubs have flowered and gone to seed, remove flowers and prune flowering stems back to just below the first leaves. This will ensure that the bush keeps its shape and produces plenty of flowers next summer.

HANGING BASKETS

Care for your back whilst caring for your garden!

We love our gardens and as the weather picks up, many of us are taking to our gardens. Your back is vulnerable to injury with repetitive heavy work, so here are some tips!

Warm up - Just like with any other exercise. Don’t go straight into the heavy stuff; start off with lighter jobs as this will lessen your chance of muscle strain.

Avoid overstretching - Invest in some long handled secateurs.

Keep your body in line with a rake and don’t over stretch by leaning too far forward. Use short, precise movements.

When bending, bend both knees and keep your back straight.

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In hot weather, raise your mower blades so that you don’t cut your grass too short. Repair any bare patches in your lawn by reseeding. Rake over the bare patch, lightly prod with a fork, then spread the seed. Cover with compost, and spray with water. Keep the compost moist by spraying every evening, and within a week or so, new grass will appear. Keep up with the weeding, and trim back any straggly perennials which have finished flowering.

And if all this seems too much like hard work, remember the words of Jerry Baker. ‘Successful gardening is doing what has to be done when it has to be done the way it ought to be done whether you want to do it or not’.

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EVENTS, ACTIVITIES, DINING, RECIPES & MORE....

Over the coming pages you will find a superb selection of outings, restaurants and activities to keep you all busy this Summer.

Whether you want to see a show with your grandchildren, wine & dine with a loved one or simply soak up the local atmosphere there’s something for everyone.

Festival Jazz in the Café this July Buxton Festival will feature entertaining evening jazz events this July in the relaxed setting of the Pavilion Café.

Singer, pianist, composer and entertainer Joe Stilgoe is joined by MOBO-nominated singer-songwriter, Natalie Williams on Saturday 12 July. Now in the seventh year of running Soul Family Sunday’s at Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club, Natalie has toured major worldwide jazz events.

Alex Garnett one of the leading saxophonists prepares to ‘Swing the Classics’ with members of the house band at Ronnie Scott’s including James Pearson on Saturday 19th July.

Finally, clarinettist Pete Long and trumpeter/vocalist Georgina Jackson join forces to present the music of Peggy Lee, Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman in one highly entertaining programme on Saturday 26 July. www.50plusmagazine.co.uk

Jazz enthusiasts will also enjoy 100 years of Jazz in 99 minutes on Friday 25 July at 9pm in the Pavilion Café The multi-instrumental Jazz Repertory Company create a highly entertaining journey through the decades taking in everything from New Orleans to Swing, Latin and Hot to Cool.

Tickets for Festival Jazz events are priced at £18 and available online from www.buxtonfestival.co.uk or at the Buxton Opera House Box Office Tel 0845 127 2190.

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Buxton Museum Events Archaeology of Buxton

Saturday 26 July, 10am-12pm and 1pm-3pm Find out about where and how people lived in Buxton from prehistory to modern times. Part of the Festival of Archaeology. Booking is essential.

Buxton Family Festival Thursday 1 to Sunday 17 August

Bakewell Old House Museum Heritage Open Day

11th September 11am & 1.30pm FREE guided walk the Hill of History (Also bookable for groups March to November) A steady, 1 hour walk up the spine of Bakewell town from the river Wye to the Old House Museum. Fascinating facts, stories and legends told by enthusiastic guides. A real trip back in time, a discovery tour of Bakwells history from Angles, Vikings, Danes, Saxons, Normans. Medieval background to Tudors and later Arkwright history and industry.

Come along to this town-wide festival – see www.facebook.com/BuxtonFamilyFestival for details.

Summer Family Activities

Wednesdays 30 July, 6, 13, 20, 27 August and 3 September, 10am-12pm Every Wednesday morning during the summer holidays you will find fun family activities. No need to book – dropin and stay for as long or as little as you like. See the website nearer the time for details of each week’s event.

Buxton Museum and Art Gallery, Terrace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6DA T:01629 533540 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum

You will see Bakewell with fresh eyes!

Call 01629 813642 for further details.

Top Athletes Launch Peak District’s Summer-Long Cycle Fest Triple gold medal-winning Paralympic cyclist Anthony Kappes returned to the saddle with a brand new copilot to get the Peak District & Derbyshire Summer of Cycling off to a trailblazing start.

explore the wonderful cities, countryside and scenery on offer in England.” Said David James, Chief Executive of Visit Peak District & Derbyshire, the area’s official tourist board: “

Anthony (41) – who struck gold twice at Beijing in 2008 and again in London in 2012, all in tandem track events – teamed up earlier in the year, with Olympic mountain biker Annie Last (23) to launch a wide-ranging programme of more than 100 events throughout the Peak District tourism destination from April to October.

“Whatever your age or ability, there’s a route and a bike to suit, ranging from safe, traffic-free former railway trails to more challenging off-road tracks – and you don’t have to own your own wheels. You can hire them from one of the area’s many cycle hire centres – where you can take your pick from everything from mountain bikes to trikes.

James Berresford, Chief Executive of national tourist board VisitEngland, and other invited guests joined Anthony and Annie, joint ambassadors for the area’s Summer of Cycling, to celebrate the start of the sixmonth celebration of life on two wheels on one of the area’s most popular routes, the Monsal Trail, during English Tourism Week (Wednesday April 2).

You can have the chance to cycle between magnificent steep gorges, surrounding limestone hills and across the spectacular Monsal Dale Viaduct and see sights such as the famous market town of Bakewell. Why not stop off for lunch & a browse, to make this an exceptional cycling experience.

“There is an exciting line-up of cycling related events coming up this summer, from Yorkshire’s Grand Départ in July to the first-ever L’Eroica Britannia, which will be staged in the Peak District National Park in June - these events create fantastic opportunities to entice people to

Blackwell Mill Cycle Hire & Tuck Shop is ideally situated at the very beginning of the magnificent Monsal Trail and in easy access of the lit tunnels. The centre offers quality bikes for all ages,including baby seats, taga-longs and two seater child trailers and electric bikes.

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Tel: 01298 70838 or check out the website at www.peakblackwellcyclehire.com Bikes at Hassop Station are available for all the family and can be hired for 2 hour cycles right up to 2 days or more at very competitive prices. You can also purchase used and new bikes right there at the station as well as treating your bike to an extensive service!

Tel: 01629 815 668 or check out the websites at www.hassopstation.co.uk or www.monsaltrail.co.uk Some of the key events during the Peak District & Derbyshire Summer of Cycling will be: •

Chinley & Buxworth Cycling Festival, June 14

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Buxton Adventure Festival, October 11 – 12

For full details, visit www.summerofcycling.co.uk, where you can also download the printed brochure - or pick up a copy from tourist information centres, tourist information points and a variety of other venues in and around the area.

A bite to eat and a place to sleep...

With all the fun and activities you’ll be no doubt in the swing of, you’re sure to need a rest and a bite to eat at some point. Why not pop along to the small idyllic village of Great Longstone, near Bakewell and visit The White Lion pub?

This husband and wife ran establishment offer imaginatively presented pub food in stylish, relaxing surroundings making it the perfect place to bring the family for a well earned pit stop on your fun day out.

Libby and Greg Robinson, who have ran the White Lion for over four years now offer a warm and friendly welcome to all customers and serve food seven days a week. Using locally sourced produce wherever possible, chef Greg produces a monthly-changing menu to delight the most discerning of dining customers.

Next door to the White Lion is Harrow Cottage which is a 4 star rated, stone build holiday cottage sleeping six across three bedrooms. If you’re planning on making your trip last even longer why not book to stay the night? Perfect for families and couples alike, you’ll all be sleeping soundly after a long days cycle or walk. Get in touch to find out more...

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Discover Chesterfield Market

VISIT

Chesterfield Market is one of the largest open air markets in England. It boasts fresh seasonal produce, friendly market traders and value for money goods.

Enjoy the sights, sounds and smells of the traditional general market with stalls selling everything from fabric to fruit, cards to carpets and bangles to bikes.

Browse the eclectic mix of second hand goods at our popular Flea Market with over 150 stalls full of unusual bric-a-brac, vintage clothes, jewellery and crafts or treat yourself to some fresh local produce at our monthly Farmers Market.

Why not visit our newly refurbished Market Hall which has just received a national award for Small Indoor Market of the Year.

It houses the Market Plaza Café as well as a variety of traders selling food, clothes, haberdashery, gifts, cosmetics etc.

General Market

Monday, Friday, Saturday, 9am - 4pm

Flea Market

There is a lively programme of market events throughout the year including the Medieval Market in July, Well Dressing in September and the Market Festival in October. For a full list visit www.chesterfield.gov.uk/markets

Thursday, 9am - 4pm

Farmers’ Market

2nd Thursday of the month, 9am - 4pm

Market Hall

Whether it’s quality produce, a great bargain, or a memorable experience you’re after, you’ll find it at Chesterfield Market.

Monday to Saturday, 9am - 5pm (Cafe & Butchers open from 8am)

For further information please call in at the Visitor Information Centre in Rykneld Square or telephone 01246 345777/8.

For a full list of market events visit: www.visitchesterfield.info Please support your independant traders

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Caravan & Leisure park Bed & Breakfast Suites

We have 4 star, silver award bedroom suites with their own parking, gardens and area on the south-eastern side of Rivendale overlooking Eaton Dale. The ground floor rooms are wheelchair accessible.

Accessible Lodges

We also have two accessible lodges on site with shower room wet rooms, ramp access, sun decks and very luxurious interiors. We can provide hoists, shower-proof wheelchairs, profiling beds, reclining chairs and so forth to suit the needs of our guests as necessary.

Both the lodges and the bed and breakfast rooms have been rated M2 for accesibility by English Quality in Tourism.

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Glamping

We also offer Yurts, Camping Pods & Timber Yurts - all of which are heated, have power supplies and light. No more leaky, muddy tents.

Fly Fishing lake

We were delighted to receive a David Bellamy Special Commendation award for our fly fishing lake and conservation pond.

We have a professional fly fishing coach to help with technique.

Cafe

This is now open to the general public, with no charge for parking for café users. It is wheelchair accessible.

Pine Lodges

We have a variety of Lodges available for purchase from £48,000.

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Peak Shopping Village have joined forces with Age UK’s local fund raising committee to raise much needed funds to improve the lives of people in later life and support Age UK research projects. The local committee raise money in their communities, develop partnerships with local universities, and promote awareness through events and activities. You can read more about this at www.ageuk.org.uk.

If you would like to support the work of Age UK’s Derbyshire Committee then enter the ‘Charity Bake Off’ which is being sponsored and hosted by Peak Shopping Village. Finalists from the three categories will ‘bake off’ on Saturday July 26th.

All the details to enter the competition can be found on the events section of the Peak Shopping Village website OR you can also pick up entry forms from Peak Shopping Village. Spread the word by pointing people to the web page and following and sharing updates from the Peak Shopping Village on Facebook and Twitter where we will be keeping you up to date with the event, the judges, the prizes and the donations from local businesses which will be raffled on the day.

This event is one of the many which you can enjoy at Peak Shopping Village. From ‘Vintage in the Village’ which took place on Spring Bank Holiday weekend to free activities and entertainment throughout the summer.

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Seasonal Events Buxton

Family Festival An action packed fortnight full of family activities.

August 1 -17 Grand Opening Food, Drink and Music Festival Aug 1, (Friday) 4-11pm

Weekend Bazaar Aug 2/3 (Sat and Sun) 10am-4.30pm

Craft & Jewellery Aug 9/10 (Sat and Sun) 10-4.30pm

Grand Finale Buxton Show

Fri 15 to Sun 17 Aug, 10am-7pm

Full event programme is available from the Pavilion Gardens.

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Summer Fête

July 19/20 (Sat and Sun) 10am-5pm

Buxton Night Food & Drink Festivals July 11 (Fri) 4-11pm Aug 1 (Fri) 4-11pm Outdoors on the Promenade

Great Peak District Fair including Annual Beer Festival Oct 11/12 (Sat & Sun)10am-5pm

Christmas Grand Bazaar

& Buxton Christmas Lights Switch On Nov 21 (Fri) 2 - 8pm

Christmas Weekend Wonderland Dec 6/7 (Sat & Sun) 10am - 5pm

Artist & Designer FAIR 10am - 4.30pm • June 21/22 (Sat and Sun) • Sept 13/14 (Sat and Sun) • Nov 22/23 (Sat and Sun)

Craft & Jewellery 10am - 4.30pm • Aug 9/10 (Sat and Sun) • Sept 20/21 (Sat and Sun) • Oct 25/26 (Sat and Sun)

Garden Plant & Crafts 10am - 4.30pm

• May 26 Bank Holiday Mon • May 31/Jun 1 (Sat and Sun)

Weddings, Glitz & Glamour Show 10-4pm

Farmers’ Market

Thursdays 9.30am-2.30pm (*Tuesday not Thursday)

• Jun 5 • Sept 4 • Jul 3 • Oct 2 • Aug 7 • Nov 6

• Dec 4 • Dec 23*

Special Summer Outdoor Market August 21, 9.30-3pm Outdoors on the Promenade

Saturday Bazaar 10am-4.30pm

• May 24 • Aug 30 • Oct 4 • July 5 • Sept 6 • Christmas Bazaar, Nov 8

• Oct 19 (Sun)

(Information correct at time of going to print)

For further information about above events and others Tel: 01298 23114 www.paviliongardens.co.uk Find us on /Pavilion Gardens Follow us @ gardensbuxton

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THURS 19 TO SAT 21 JUNE

AVENUE Q

Laugh-out-loud musical about a college graduate who moves into a shabby New York apartment. Suitable for ages 14 & over.

JUNE to SEPTEMBER 2014 Buxton's exquisitely beautiful Opera House was designed and built by Frank Matcham, one of Britain's finest architects in 1903.

One of Britain’s leading receiving theatres, it presents around 700 performances each year including comedy, children’s events, drama, musical shows, pantomime, dance and opera.

Lovingly restored to its former glory in 2001 after major refurbishment, the theatre is well worth a visit. Expect a spectacular auditorium complete with cherubim, exquisite ceiling paintings and gold leaf decoration.

Don’t forget – visit Buxton Opera House for:•

The stunningly beautiful and historic Opera House auditorium

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A packed programme of events for everyone to enjoy

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Easy parking and a friendly welcome

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An excellent range of discounts for senior citizens and groups of 8+ on most performances

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A delightful spa town with terrific restaurants and B&Bs – why not stay a few days?

To book tickets or request a brochure, call the Box Office on

0845 127 2190 (local rate from anywhere in the UK. Call charges from a mobile vary).

10am to 8pm Mon to Saturday (or 6pm if no evening show) 4pm to 8pm Sunday if there is an evening performance.

Or visit www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk for a full what’s on listing.

MON 23 TO WED 25 JUNE

RISING DAMP

ITV’s top comedy of all time comes to the stage in a brand-new production.

FRI 11 TO 27 SUN JULY

BUXTON FESTIVAL

A summertime celebration of opera, music & literature in the hills of the beautiful Peak District.

MON 28 JULY

STEVE HEWLETT & FRIENDS

TV’s top comedy ventriloquist embarks on a major theatre tour.

WED 30 JULY

THE PUPPINI SISTERS

The Puppini Sisters bring their intoxicating mix of music and style.

THURS 31 JULY

BARBARA DICKSON

One of the UK’s best-loved performers and Scotland’s bestselling female album artist.

FRI 1 AUGUST

LÚNASA & BELLA HARDY

The traditional Irish instrumental band shares a double bill with the BBC Radio 2 Folk Singer of the Year 2014.

SAT 2 AUGUST

THE FEELING

The BRIT award-nominated band are back with a sound instantly recognisable and almost always thrilling.

SUN 3 AUGUST

LAST NIGHT OF THE SUMMER PROMS

Commemorating the 100th anniversary of WW1 and 75th anniversary of WW2.

MON 4 AUGUST

FROM THE JAM

Featuring former The Jam bassist Bruce Foxton. Plus support: Jay Diggins.

TUES 5 AUGUST

THE BIG CHRIS BARBER BAND

Featuring everything from New Orleans to blues to late 20s Ellington, played with extraordinary panache and skill.

FRI 8 & SAT 9 AUGUST Oxbridge Opera Company presents

THE SORCERER

Gilbert & Sullivan’s first full-length success. A must see!

SUN 10 AUGUST

MILKSHAKE LIVE!

A brand new musical spectacular that is sure to have children up on their feet and singing at the top of their voices!

THURS 14 TO SAT 16 AUGUST Opera della Luna presents

THE MIKADO

Set in the world of modern fashion houses with costumes inspired by Versace and Jean-Paul Gaultier.

THURS 21 TO FRI 22 AUGUST Derby G & S Company presents

THE PIRATES OF PENZANCE

When an apprentice pirate falls in love with the Major-General’s daughter, he finds giving up his old way of life is not quite as easy.

SAT 23 AUGUST Derby G & S Company presents

THE YEOMAN OF THE GUARD

The bittersweet story of a strolling jester, Jack Point, against the majesty of the Tower of London.

SUN 24 AUGUST

RICHARD THOMPSON

One of this country’s greatest songwriters, known for his incredible guitar virtuosity and inventive style.

THURS 28 TO SAT 30 AUGUST Present Company presents

ASPECTS OF LOVE

Andrew Lloyd Webber’s joyful romance about youth and love.

THURS 4 SEPTEMBER Chapterhouse Theatre presents

WUTHERING HEIGHTS

Emily Brontë’s classic love story set on the beautiful, mysterious wilderness of the Yorkshire moors.

SUN 7 SEPTEMBER

ELKIE BROOKS

Elkie will be performing some of her classic hits alongside blues and jazz in an electric evening guaranteed to leave you wanting more.

SAT 16 & SUN 17 AUGUST

ALICE’S ADVENTURES IN WONDERLAND – THE MUSICAL

Buxton Opera House Water Street, Buxton Derbyshire SK17 6XN

SUN 17 AUGUST

BOX OFFICE 0845 127 2190

A joyful, fun-filled picnic with your family with this hilarious open-air musical show in the Pavilion Gardens.

A FEAST OF GILBERT & SULLIVAN

Accompanied by the 37 piece British Philharmonic Concert Orchestra.

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What’s going on at Chesterfield Theatres?

Winding Wheel | Pomegranate Theatre Music

Friday 8 August 7.30pm

Rock n Roll Paradise

40 songs packed into this feel-good, two hour celebration of rock n roll.

Winding Wheel, £19.50 - £20.50

Music

Friday 29 August 7.30pm

Ultimate Elton & The Rocket Band Join Paul Bacon as Elton John. Featuing classics from Candle in the Wind to I’m Still Standing.

Winding Wheel, £18.50 - £20.50

Music

Wednesday 10 September 7.30pm

The Blues Band

Vintage blues sounds from the line-up which includes ex Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness. Winding Wheel, £21.50

Box Office: 01246 345 222 Book online: chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk facebook.com/ChesterfieldTheatres @CfieldTheatres

Family Friday 22 August 7.30pm

Only One Direction

Midnight Memories Tour The world’s original and best One Direction tribute band in this perfect family friendly pop concert.

Winding Wheel, £15 - £17.50

Music

Thursday 4 September 7.30pm

Dominic Kirwan Celebrating 25 Years An evening of fabulous live music, with a look back at some of his greatest hits and best loved songs.

Winding Wheel, £19

Music

Friday 12 September 7.30pm

Abba Mania

The world’s number one touring Abba tribute.

Winding Wheel, £17 - £19 (child £11.50)

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Family

Saturday 18 October 11am & 2.30pm

Music

Sunday 5 October 7.30pm

That’ll Be the Day

The Sooty Show

Joining the nation’s favourite bear will be Sweep, Soo and Sooty’s TV partner Richard Cadell. Ages 3+.

Pomegranate Theatre, £13.50 (child £11.50)

Music

Thursday 20 November 7.30pm

Barron Knights

The most entertaining group to come out of the 60s and 70s. Winding Wheel, £19.50 - £20.50

REMEMBER MY NAME...

The nation’s favourite rock n roll variety show.

Winding Wheel, £25

Comedy

Friday 28 November 7.30pm

Jim Davidson No Further Action

The most outrageous, hilarious and insightful show Jim has ever performed. Adults only.

Winding Wheel, £21.50 - £25

“THE GREAT DETECTIVE POIROT RETURNS” MAIL ON SUNDAY

BILL KENWRIGHT

BY SPECIAL ARRANGEMENT WITH AGATHA CHRISTIE LTD PRESENTS

HERCULE POIROT IN

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‘BREATHTAKING’ THE INDEPENDENT

MON 15 - SAT 20 SEP

MON 29 SEP - SAT 4 OCT

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April in Paris at the Pomegranate Theatre Mon 15 - 20 September

Shobna Gulati (Coronation Street, Dinnerladies) and Joe McGann (Calendar Girls, The Upper Hand) are to star in a UK tour of John Godber’s bittersweet comedy, April in Paris.

Al and Bet’s relationship is on the rocks. He recently lost his job, while she works in a shoe shop and can only dream of a better life. But things are about to change... When Bet wins a romantic night in Paris, the city of love, Al wonders who she’ll take with her. Resigned to taking her husband, Paris actually reignites their relationship as never before, but the reality of returning home looms large. This hilarious romantic adventure, featuring John Godber’s unique brand of observational comedy, was nominated Comedy of the Year in the Olivier Awards.

April in Paris is one of three shows that are headlining Chesterfield Theatres Autumn Season.

The other two headliners include the musical FAME which will be on at the Winding Wheel during the same week as April in Paris. The third headliner will be the Agatha Christie Theatre Company’s Black Coffee which will be on at the Pomegranate Theatre from Monday 29 September to Saturday 4 October 2014. April in Paris will run at Chesterfield’s Pomegranate Theatre from Monday 15 to Saturday 20 September 2014.

Shobna Gulati is best known for playing Anita in Victoria Wood’s Dinnerladies and Sunita Alahan in Coronation Street from 2001 to 2006, a role to which she returned at the end of 2009 and departed again in 2013. Since then she has been a panellist on Loose Women.

Joe McGann became a household name as Charlie Burrows, the “housekeeper” in the hit TV 30

comedy series The Upper Hand which ran for six years. His major stages roles include Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls, Tevye in Fiddler on the Roof and Ray Say in The Rise and Fall of Little Voice.

John Godber is the third most performed playwright in the UK, after William Shakespeare and Alan Ayckbourn. His plays are performed across the world with Bouncers being the most popular.

I like the play. I remember Gary Olsen did it in the West End in the early(ish) 90’s and it had stayed with me. Also the chance to work with the fabulous Shobna Gulati, under the direction of John Godber, clinched it for me.

Joh Godber’s work and it’s success speaks for itself. He writes funny, touching, intelligent and thought provoking pieces that have, rightly, earned him household name status.

April in Paris is, for me, one of his best, with great insight and affection for his characters alongside very funny and -for anyone who is married, or in a long term relationship- very familiar problems.

April in Paris is produced by Paul Tyrer & Jamie Clark for April in Paris Ltd with Jane Walmsley and Michael Braham for JAM Pictures Ltd, in association with Derby Theatre.

FROM THE PRODUCERS THAT BROUGHT YOU THE HIT COMEDY SEPTEMBER IN THE RAIN Paul Tyrer & Jamie Clark for April in Paris Ltd, Jane Walmsley and Michael Braham for JAM Pictures, with Derby Theatre present

Shobna Gulati and Joe McGann in

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Jo h n G odb er s

Written and Directed by

John Godber

Mon 15 – Sat 20 September 2014 Eves 7.30pm, Wed matinee 2pm, Sat matinee 3pm Corporation St, Chesterfield, S41 7TX

Book Now: 01246 345 222 chesterfieldtheatres.co.uk

Buxton Museum and Art Gallery Once upon a time, you could hear hyaenas laugh and lions roar…

Once upon a time, a mermaid swam in a hillside lake…

Once upon a time, artists were inspired by the Derbyshire landscape…

Come to Buxton Museum to find out more...

Can you paint and draw?

Do you like looking at art?

Do you like buying art?

Welcome to The Derbyshire Open Art Exhibition 2014 Professional and amateur artists of all ages are encouraged to submit work for consideration by a panel of independent judges. The top prize is worth £750 and there are ten more prizes on offer.

Organised by Derbyshire County Council with sponsorship from Tarmac Ltd and the Friends of Buxton Museum and Art Gallery.

More exhibitions: Taken from the Landscape Kate Pheasey

Saturday 7 June to Sunday 10 August Meet the Artist: Thursday 19 June, 2pm4pm and Saturday 2 August, 2pm-4pm Kate Pheasey uses mosaic, an ancient art form, in a contemporary way, experimenting with techniques and materials, often nontraditional ones such as rust, feathers and found objects. These are her responses to the memory of place and to feelings aroused by the landscape or its seasonal changes.

The exhibition is open from Saturday 28 June to Friday 5 September and many of the works are for sale.

Abandoned Tractor, Sawmills

by Kathryn Morton, winner of the 2013 Derbyshire Open Art Competition.

Charcoal and Chalk Clare Allan

Saturday 16 August to Saturday 18 October Preview: Saturday 16 August, 2pm Meet the Artist: Tuesday 19 August, 10am-12pm

For the rules and entry form for the competition, go to www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum and click on the Derbyshire Open Art Competition tab.

Entries should be delivered to the museum between 10am and 4.30pm on Friday 13 June and Saturday 14 June.

seaweed. The inspiration is from her dad and the beautiful Derbyshire landscapes he loved.

Landscapes for Dad Michaela Wrigley

Saturday 19 July to Sunday 14 September Preview: Saturday 19 July, 2pm Meet the Artist: Saturday 2 August, 2pm4pm and Saturday 13 September, 2pm-4pm Michaela Wrigley uses locally mined brick clay to create sculptural pieces, decorating the surface without using glazes and experimenting with smoke-firing, using organic material from nectarine stones to

Clare Allan produces large black and white drawings with elements of colour. Her work features northern street scenes, hills behind rooftops, factories and sweet shops. Her method is not unlike etching, using a rag full of charcoal dust to ‘ink up’ the paper and a rubber to create highlights, to get the feeling of the place down on paper.

Explore some local destinations on your own or with the family with our mobile trails at www.buxtonmuseumapps.com Stories of Shopping Buxton Museum and Art Gallery Terrace Road, Buxton, Derbyshire SK17 6DA

01629 533540 www.derbyshire.gov.uk/buxtonmuseum

Revisit 50 years of shopping in Spring Gardens through old photos and the memories of Buxton residents.

Buxton Waters

Roman soldiers, Mary Queen of Scots, Manchester United footballers, the rich and famous, the infirm – all lured by our healing spring waters. Now it’s your turn!

Dovedale Family Activity Tour A fun adventure to do together in beautiful Dovedale. Get ready to laugh and learn!

The Mysterious Arbor Low

Discover the archaeological investigations into Arbor Low and its mysterious history.

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MARKS & SPENCER GLOSSOP SIMPLY FOOD STORE MANAGER SHARES HER TOP TIPS FOR A SUMMER FULL OF FLAVOUR The sunshine is finally here and summer is upon us, which means it’s time to make the most of the weather and enjoy al-fresco dining with friends and family. Whether you’re planning a picnic or a BBQ, there is something for all occasions at M&S. Margaret Normanton, Store Manager at Marks & Spencer Glossop Simply Food, shares her top picks from M&S’ new Summer of Flavour range.

Margaret said: “Summer is the perfect time to get all your friends and family together to enjoy fine weather, good food and tasty drinks. You really can’t beat a bit of al-fresco dining on a balmy summer’s day. We’ve got some fantastic ranges in-store for summer, which bring a whole host of ingredients and flavours to life. With our new gluten-free and meat-free ranges there really is something for everyone.”

“One of my favourite new additions to store is the Summer of Flavour range.

These unique dishes are inspired by the wonderful flavours of other countries – from South America to the Eastern Mediterranean - and offer our customers new flavours such as ancho chilli, yuzu and calamansi. The Summer of Flavour range includes a variety of new deserts, drinks and confectionary and is perfect for sharing with friends and family.”

Here are some of my top picks from our Summer of Flavour range: If you’re planning a big family BBQ this summer, why not indulge in some of our American inspired dishes, such as the Smoke House BBQ Beef Brisket (£5 for 310g), Low ‘n Slow Pork Shoulder (£5 for 380g) or the Posh Puppies mini hot dogs (£4.5 for 540g). We’ve also

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launched our Edgy Veggie Burgers (£3.50 for 240g) this summer for those who prefer a meat-free BBQ made using a top secret recipe. We have some great salads to go alongside these too, including the Potato Salad with Sugar Snap Peas, Edamame Soybeans and a Wasabi Mayonnaise (£2 for 230g) and the Beetroot, Quinoa and Wheatberries salad (£2 for 205g).

For summer picnics, our Deli range is ideal. Mix it up with a selection of treats such as the Handcrafted Spicy Sausage Roll Selection (£3 for 280g), Chargrilled Calamari with Lime, Chilli and Mint (£4.50 for 140g) and our Tequila and Lime Chicken Wings (£2.60 for 350g). Our Food on the Move range also includes a great range of salads, wraps and sushi which would be great for a picnic. Our Piri Piri Chicken Wrap with Coleslaw and Spinach (£2.80 for 202g) is a great choice for a light and healthy lunch and I’d recommend our Watermelon and Coconut White Tea (£1.79 for 750ml) to finish off.

Our new Firebreads are a modern twist on the classic pizza and come with a delicious dip. With five varieties to choose from including Aromatic Hoisin Duck (£3.50 for 220g), BBQ Pulled Pork (£3.50 for 253g), Roasted Butternut Squash, Beetroot and Feta (£3.50 for 265g), Pibil Chicken and Refried Bean (£3.50 for 280g) and Spiced Lamb and Pomegranate (£3.50 for 225g), they are a personal favourite of mine and the perfect accompaniment to any occasion.

For those with a sweet tooth, our desserts are packed full of summery flavours. My top picks include the Passion Fruit Mousse (£3.50 for 210g), Milk Chocolate and Dulce De Leche Dessert (£3.50 for 160g) and the Coconut Milk Dessert with Pineapple & Chilli Salsa (£3.50 for 210g).

A summer celebration wouldn’t be complete without something tasty to wash it all down with and our new range is bursting with flavours such as hibiscus, pink grapefruit, lychee, bitter orange and mint. Add a splash of our Bitter Orange Negroni (£11.99 for 50cl) to soda water and serve over ice for a refreshing tipple or crack open a bottle of our Aperitivo Spritz (£4.99 for 75cl) to kick off your BBQ in style.

Our non-alcohol options are just as tasty. Treat your guests to a refreshing glass of Apple, Mango and Passion Fruit Sparkling Juice (£2.49 for 750ml) or try out the Pineapple Juice with Lemongrass and Jalapeno Chilli (£1.99 for 1L).

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CHICKPEA CURRY Chana masala

SERVES 4 – 6 250g dried chickpeas, soaked in cold water overnight, or 625g (drained weight) of tinned or jarred chickpeas 1 tbsp vegetable oil 1 large onion, finely chopped 25g/5 cloves garlic, finely crushed 25g/5cm ginger, finely grated 2 fresh green chillis, finely chopped, with seeds 2 tsp ground coriander 2 tsp ground cumin 2 tsp Kashmiri chilli powder 300g vine -ripened tomatoes, chopped 2 tsp salt 1 tsp Garam masala 1 tbsp lemon juice Handful of coriander leaves, chopped.

I would hazard a guess that chana masala or chickpea curry is the most popular vegetarian curry in India. I sternly instructed my son Jack, who tested this recipe for me, only to use proper dried chickpeas soaked and boiled. He stole down to the deli, grabbed a jar of Spanish garbanzos and used the liquid with the chickpeas in place of some of the cooking water. It was a triumph. Maybe I’m too strict on tins and jars.

Method If using dried, soaked chickpeas then first drain them. Bring a large pan of water (without salt) to the boil, add the chickpeas and simmer over a medium heat for 45 minutes to an hour, or until soft but still holding their shape. Drain, reserving some of the cooking liquid to add to the sauce if needed. If using chickpeas from a can or jar, omit this stage.

Heat the oil in a sturdy pan or karahi over a medium heat. Add the onions, and fry for 10-15 minutes until softened and golden brown. Stir in the garlic, ginger and green chillis and fry for 1 minute, then add the ground coriander, cumin, chilli powder and turmeric and fry for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, chickpeas, salt and 300ml water or chickpea cooking water and bring to a simmer. Cook for 20 minutes, stir in the garam masala and lemon juice, scatter with the coriander and serve.

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SPICY SCRAMBLED EGGS Ande bhujia

In India this makes a great snack with a stack of parathas (see next page) and a dab of chilli garlic relish. But, more importantly, it’s fabulous for breakfast, and since not many people will have gone for breakfast to an Indian restaurant in the UK, it might come as a very pleasant surprise.

SERVES 2-3 2 tbsp vegetable oil 2 large red onions, diced 2-3 fresh green chillies, chopped, with seeds 1/2 tsp coarsely ground black pepper 3 tomatoes, diced 6 free-range eggs,

lightly beaten with 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp toasted ground cumin seeds 2 tbsp chopped fresh coriander Parathas to serve.

Method Heat the oil in a frying pan over a medium heat and fry the onions for 10 minutes until golden brown. Add the chillies and black pepper and fry for 2 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes and cook, uncovered, for 5-10 minutes until the tomatoes have softened and reduced to a jammy consistency.

Extracted from Rick Stein’s India by Rick Stein, BBC Books hardback £25 Photography: James Murphy

Lower the heat slightly and add the beaten eggs to the pan. Cook for 2-3 minutes without stirring, then gently lift and turn them in the pan.

Continue cooking, folding once or twice more, until almost set, then sprinkle over the cumin and fold through. Finish with the chopped coriander and serve with warm parathas.

FEATURED RECIPE: KERALA FISH CURRY C O U R T E S Y O F Z AY K A R E S TA U R A N T, H I G H P E A K Onion – 1 big Curry Leaves – a few Turmeric powder – half tsp Chilli powder – 3 tsp Coriander powder – 2 tsp Cocunut – one half of a small one Oil – 2 tbsp Salt – to taste

INGREDIENTS Monk Fish – 500 gms Tamarind – one big lemon size Mustard – 1 tsp Fenugreek – half tsp Garlic pods – 6 Ginger – one medium piece Green chillies – 5

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Now add curry leaves and then green chillies and onion both cut into lengthy strips and fry for a minute.

Add turmeric, chilli and coriander powders and sauté for a minute.

Add tamarind juice and salt. Let the mixture boil for about 5 mins.

INSTRUCTIONS

Add the fish pieces and cook for 5 – 6 mins.

Clean and cut fish into half inch thick slices.

Finally add the coconut paste, adjust salt and let it just come to a boil and switch off the stove.

Soak tamarind in water for half an hour, squeeze the juice out and keep aside.

Heat oil in a kadai and splutter mustard and fenugreek seeds, add finely chopped ginger and garlic and sauté for a minute.

Your yummy fish curry is now ready, serve with steamed rice.

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29 Market Street, Whaley Bridge, High Peak SK23 7AA Tel: 01663 719555 | Email: info@zaykafinedining.co.uk

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The exquisite flavours you will encounter at Zayka (meaning taste) are unlike anything you will have experienced before.

Our authentic, Punjabi-style cuisine is meticulously prepared by one of the most talented Indian chefs in the UK and our unique combinations of food are certain to enchant even the most sophisticated palates.

If you appreciate first class service, you can look forward to being pampered from the minute you walk through the door. You’ll also find the ambience of the restaurant just as delightful as the food - the modern décor and contemporary furnishings help to make every visit a truly memorable occasion.

WHEN IT COMES TO DIVERSITY, INDIAN FOOD IS SECOND TO NONE...

In our quest to deliver the highest quality Indian food, we leave nothing to chance. Rather than compromising on flavour, we use only the freshest ingredients and the finest herbs and spices available. We also have a wide range of menus to cater for all tastes, occasions and budgets. And if you’re looking for an appropriate drink to accompany your meal, our impressive bar is fully stocked with the finest beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks to make sure that you never go thirsty.

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OPENING HOURS: Monday Closed (except Bank Holidays)

Tuesday to Thursday 17:00 - 22:30 (22:00 last order)

Friday & Saturday 17:00 - 23.30 (22:30 last order)

Sunday 17.00 - 21:30 (21:00 last order) We are closed daily at lunchtimes except for group bookings of over 15 people.

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Nicola Farnon Jazz Trio Evening 3 Courses plus Coffee ÂŁ27.50 Thursday 10th July 7.30pm

Have you visited the

White Lion at Great Longstone?

Open 7 days a week. Booking advisable.

Food service times: Monday - Friday 12 - 2.30pm & 6 - 9pm Saturday 12 - 9pm | Sunday 12 - 8pm

The White Lion Main Street, Great Longstone Bakewell, Derbyshire DE45 1TA

Tel: 01629 640 252 www.whiteliongreatlongstone.co.uk

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the

Strines Inn

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espite being within Sheffield's border, the Strines Inn could be a world away. Nestled amongst breathtaking moorland scenery, it is one of the local landmarks in the Peak District National Park.

Originally a manor house, it was built in 1275 for the Worrall family, although most of the present day structure is 16th Century. After becoming an Inn in 1771 when John Morton leased the property from the Worrall's, it got its name from an Olde English

word meaning the meeting of water, quite appropriate as nowadays it overlooks the Strines Reservoir.

In the height of Summer the Inn attracts hundreds of visitors on a daily basis. The glorious sunshine and stunning views perfectly compliment the excellent food and drink available, with many dishes being homemade.

The Strines Inn is also famous for its numerous peacocks, the previous Landlord having introduced several pairs twenty years ago, there are now over thirty of them.

There is also accommodation available for those people looking to escape for a few days to relax.

All rooms have Four poster beds and En-Suite facilities.

THE STRINES INN BRADFIELD DALE, SHEFFIELD S6 6JE

TEL: 0114 285 1247

The DUKE 123 St Johns Road, Burbage SK17 6UR

Tel: 01298 78781

web: thedukebuxton.com

Eat, drink & relax in stylish, laid back surroundings...

53 Degrees North has a range of award winning real ales, a great wine list, fab cocktails and a variety of craft beers. The food is locally sourced where possible and freshly prepared daily.

GREAT LOCAL FOOD, AWARD WINNING CASK ALES, WARM & FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE! OPEN ALL DAY EVERY DAY FROM 12.00PM

• Open all day every day from 11am • Food served daily 12-3 and 5-9 • Kids and dogs welcome • Pre-theatre meals available from 5pm • Italian freshly ground coffee

8A Hall Bank Buxton SK17 6EW Tel:01298 79119

FRESHLY MADE MEALS SERVED DAILY 12-3 AND 5-9 (ALL DAY AT THE WEEKEND)

KIDS, DOGS AND MUDDY BOOTS ALL VERY WELCOME!

Anti-ageing foods

Age is no barrier to beauty, but no one wants to grow old before their time, and if you can take steps to slow the ageing process, why not give it a try? When combined with regular exercise and a healthy lifestyle, diet is one of your most powerful weapons.

A strong immune system and healthy, well functioning cells are the keys to looking and feeling younger, and by eating certain foods you’ll be giving yourself a hefty push in the right direction. Among the substances these foods contain, antioxidants, which zap cell-damaging free radicals, are vital. Anthocyanidins are among the most powerful, slowing down the normal ageing of capillaries and veins so that blood and nutrients continue to circulate efficiently. Eating plenty of essential fatty acids (omega-3 and omega-6) is important – they help to keep your heart healthy, and boost immunity and brain power. Vitamin C helps to stop the crosslinking of collagen and elastin fibres, which is what leads to wrinkled, inflexible skin; vitamin E also helps to maintain the skin’s elasticity; and vitamin A and betacarotene protect against macular degeneration. Minerals are just as important, especially zinc and potassium. Try to eat some superfoods every day (a few are listed), and drink plenty of water to keep skin hydrated.

n Acai berries are jam-packed with antioxidants, omega oils, dietary fibre, amino acids, calcium and B vitamins.

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n Blueberries are a great source of anthocyanidins. They may also help brain function, keep eyes healthy, help lower cholesterol and protect against cancer. n Broccoli, kale, cabbage and Brussels sprouts are rich sources of fibre, vitamin C, carotenes and other anti-cancer compounds.

n Carrots are powerful antioxidants, protect skin from sun damage and wrinkles, and help maintain a healthy heart. They are one of best sources of betacarotene, which your body converts into vitamin A.

n Cherries contain plenty of anthocyanidins, as well as vitamin C; strongly antiinflammatory, they reduce the risk of heart disease.

n Chinese leaves are a rich source of betacarotene, help control blood pressure, improve digestion and help combat asthma and bronchitis.

n Cinnamon is a powerful antioxidant, and helps balance sugar in the blood.

n Dark chocolate (with at least 70% cocoa solids) – two squares give you a dose of anti-ageing flavonoids, and a good measure of antioxidants.

n Fish, especially oily fish, contains essential fatty acids, and vitamin D for bones and joints. It also helps your body to eliminate fat-soluble toxins and maintains lipid supply in the outer layers of your skin, which some say smooths wrinkles.

n Garlic helps maintain healthy circulation and lowers cholesterol, plus having beneficial antiviral, antiseptic, antibacterial and antioxidant properties.

n Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea but the leaves are less processed and so the tea is higher in antioxidants. It may help lower cholesterol, speed metabolism (for weight loss), protect teeth and joints and reduce sun damage to skin. White tea, from the concentrated buds of the plant, is even less processed and more beneficial

n Honey boosts the immune system and improves brittle nails.

n Nuts and seeds are a great source of vegetable protein, fibre and essential fats and minerals. Walnuts are full of antioxidants; Brazil nuts are rich in selenium, important for the immune system; almonds contain vitamin E; pumpkin and hemp seeds and linseeds provide skin-plumping essential fatty acids and valuable minerals, such as zinc, calcium, iron and magnesium.

n Oats contain soluble fibre that helps reduce cholesterol, and B vitamins that, with silicon, help keep skin, hair and nails looking good and bones strong.

n Olives and olive oil are full of vitamin E and linoleic acid (an omega-6 fat) and help keep skin hydrated. They also have antiinflammatory properties.

n Onions help maintain a healthy heart, and may slow bone loss. They contain vitamins C and B6 (good for muscles) and have anti-inflammatory, antifungal and antibacterial properties.

n Quinoa is an excellent source of protein and, unlike wheat or rice, contains all the essential amino acids, as well as the whole range of B vitamins.

n Tomatoes are full of vitamin C, potassium and lycopene, an antioxidant that protects skin and eyes from sun damage and helps ward off certain cancers. More lycopene is absorbed if tomatoes are heated, canned or made into ketchup, or eaten with olive oil.

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HOME first and then decide on your paint colour. Once you find something you like, limit the number of colours in a room to no more than three or four.

Too many colours can make a room look busy or cluttered. Paint is fairly inexpensive and transforms a room more quickly than anything else, so you can afford to experiment a little.

Room Colour and How it Affects Your Mood The colours of the rooms within your home need to bring out your personality. While most of us may not spend a lot of time thinking about room colour, it affects every day of our lives. Room colour can influence our mood and our thoughts. Colour affects people in many ways, depending upon one’s age, gender, ethnic background or local climate. Certain colours or groups of colours tend to get a similar reaction from most people – the overall difference being in the shade or tones used. So when it comes to decorating, it is important to choose wisely.

In order to have a beautiful home, you do not have to worry about trends. Colour trends will come and go. The people who live in a home make it beautiful by choosing colours that reflect their likes and their personalities. The trick is to blend those colours you like into a pleasing combination. Choosing colour combinations is one of the most intimidating steps for beginners.

Colour has the power to change the shape and size of furnishings as well as the shape and size of the room itself. Selecting colours is not

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difficult if you equip yourself with some basic information about colour and its effects, so let’s find out more about room colours, and how these influence your mood.

Choose Wisely!

Keep in mind that each colour has a psychological value. Think about how those colours make you feel- they can influence any feeling from tranquility to rage. So when trying to create peace and harmony in your home, choose your colours wisely. Some colours in large amounts will have just the opposite affect on you and your loved ones’ moods.

What mood do you want to create? Which colours will help you achieve that mood?

Find clear answers to these questions.

If you find this task difficult try to look at magazines, decorating books, blogs and websites for ideas, or let your fabric be your guide. In fact, this is a good approach to take even if you’re starting from scratch. Fabric, carpeting, furniture and tile are available in a more limited range of colours than paint, so choose them

Room Colors and Their Effects Understand that colours behave in three basic ways : active, passive, and neutral. You can easily match every room’s colours to your personal desires, to your taste taste and to the room’s purpose. Light colours are expansive and airy, making rooms seem larger and brighter. Dark colours are sophisticated and warm; they give large rooms a more intimate appearance. Now let’s find out more about colours and what they can do to a room: Red raises a room’s energy level. It is a good choice when you want to stir up excitement, particularly at night.

In the living room or dining room, red draws people together and stimulates conversation. In an entryway, it creates a strong first impression.

Red has been shown to raise blood pressure, speed respiration and heart rate. It is usually considered too stimulating for bedrooms, but if you’re only in the room after dark, you’ll be seeing it mostly by lamplight, when the colour will appear muted, rich, and elegant. Red, the most intense, pumps the adrenaline like no other hue.

Yellow captures the joy of sunshine and communicates happiness. It is perfect for kitchens, dining rooms, and bathrooms, where happy colours are energising and uplifting. In halls, entries, and small spaces, yellow can feel expansive and welcoming. Even though yellow although is a cheery colour, it is not a good choice to use in main colour schemes when it comes to designing a room. Studies show that people are more likely to lose their temper in a yellow interior.

Babies also seem to cry more in a yellow room. In large amounts, this colour tends to create feelings of frustration and anger in people. In chromotherapy, yellow is believed to stimulate the nerves and purify the body.

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out of fashion, but their virtue lies in their flexibility: Add colour to liven things up; subtract it to calm things down.

Black is best used in small doses as an accent. Indeed, some experts maintain that every room needs a touch of black to ground the colour scheme and give it depth. To make the job easier, you can rely on the interior designer’s most important colour tool: the colour wheel.

Purple is rich, dramatic, and sophisticated.

Blue is said to bring down blood pressure and slow respiration and heart rate. That is why it is considered calming, relaxing and serene, and it is often recommended for bedrooms and bathrooms. Be careful, however: a pastel blue that looks pretty on the paint chip can come across as unpleasantly chilly when it is on the walls and furnishings, especially in a room that receives little natural light. If you opt for a light blue as the primary colour in a room, balance it with warm hues for the furnishings and fabrics.

To encourage relaxation in the social areas (family rooms, living rooms, large kitchens) consider warmer blues, such as periwinkle, or bright blues, such as cerulean or turquoise. Blue is known to have a calming effect when used as the main colour of a room. Go for softer shades of blue. Dark blue has the opposite effect, evoking feelings of sadness. So refrain from using darker blues in your main colour scheme. Stay with the lighter shades of blue to give you and your loved ones a calm effect.

Green is considered the most restful colour for the eye. Combining the refreshing quality of blue and the cheerfulness of yellow, green is suited for almost any room in the house.

In the kitchen, green cools things down; in a family room or living room,

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it encourages unwinding but has enough warmth to promote comfort and togetherness. Green also has a calming effect when used as a main colour for decorating. It is believed to relieve stress by helping people relax. Also believed to help with fertility, making it a great choice for the bedroom.

Purple in its darkest values (eggplant, for example) is rich, dramatic, and sophisticated. It is associated with luxury as well as creativity, and as an accent or secondary colour, it gives a scheme depth. Lighter versions of purple, such as lavender and lilac, bring the same restful quality to bedrooms as blue does, but without the risk of feeling chilly.

Orange evokes excitement, enthusiasm and is an energetic colour.

While not a good idea for a living room or for bedrooms, this colour is great for an exercise room. It will bring out all the emotions that you need released during your fitness routine. In ancient cultures orange was believed to heal the lungs and increase energy levels.

Crimson can make some people feel irritable. Invoking feelings of rage and hostility, this is a colour that should be avoided as the main colour of a room. Sitting for long periods of time in a room painted in this colour will likely affect the peace and harmony you are striving to create in your home.

Colour Effects on Walls and Ceiling The ceiling represents one-sixth of the space in a room, but too often it gets nothing more than a coat of white paint. In fact, for decades, white has been considered not only the safest but also the best choice for ceilings. As a general rule, ceilings that are lighter than the walls feel higher, while those that are darker feel lower. Lower need not mean claustrophobic: visually lowered ceilings can evoke cosy intimacy. As a general rule, dark walls make a room seem smaller, and light walls make a room seem larger.

Conclusion These general guidelines are a good starting point in your search for a paint colour. But remember that colour choice is a very personal matter. You are the one who has to live with your new paint colour, so choose a hue that suits you, your family and your lifestyle.

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INTERIOR DESIGN – FROM OPULENCE TO AUSTERITY

Does your home reflect your true personality? Is it full of rich textures, warm colours, and interesting memories? Interior Designer and Author of ‘Creating Space’ Niki Schafer asks why we no longer adopt the creative and opulent designs in our homes that we used to throughout history, instead settling for a combination of magnolia and functional furnishings.

If you were to compare interior design today with how it looked in the 14th Century, you’d be forgiven for thinking we have well and truly lost our marbles.

Interior design has changed beyond all recognition. No longer do we lavishly dress our homes in beautifully rich and ornate fabrics, enjoying every single detail. Many homes today are devoid of all individuality; are vague and punctuated only with functionality.

Why do we no longer embrace parts of the Georgian, Art Deco or Vintage styles once adored? Or at least add our spin using beautiful pieces found in vintage shops or lucky finds from a car-boot sale. Why are we so apathetic or may I say it dull in our design choices especially when considering the advances in manufacturing over the past few decades allows for virtually anything to be recreated?

personalities and life experiences.

What could be more apt than our home showing who we are and where we have been, rich in family history and meaningful experiences. Instead I so frequently walk in to people’s homes and see blank walls, bare furniture and minimalistic designs, which tell me nothing of their lives. Why have we become so afraid of letting our personalities out? A feature wall just isn’t enough. There are so many different textures, fabrics, patterns and furniture styles available that can be used to add character to our homes and yet so few choose to adopt them.

Of course a home needs to be functional, but there’s functional and then there’s functional without personality. You can still create space and allow for the practicalities of everyday life whilst designing a fun, relaxing environment. We all need coathooks but we can choose beautiful, interesting coat-hooks can’t we? We need to draw inspiration from a whole range of experiences, like and dislikes, and create an environment that is worthy enough to be called home which is uniquely based on the people who live there. We don’t want to walk through a front door and only see an Ikea showroom, let’s see a slice of you, your family and your history. Drawing from the history of interior design perhaps could help.

HISTORY OF INTERIOR DESIGN The history of interior design stems way back from the evolution of man where caves were decorated by drawings of plants, animals and human forms. However, it is elements of Egyptian, Greek and Roman history that impacted the strongest on subsequent style periods. The 12th century marked a gothic style with a heavy emphasis on verticals, open interiors and windows to capture light. Between the 14th and 16th centuries design focus was on art and beauty, this period of Renaissance was immersed with velvet tapestries and carved furnishings. The following Regency period across the 17th -18th Centuries was a time of extreme opulence and exaggerated attention to detail capturing the drama and lavishness of those ruling. The turn of the 18th Century signified the start of the industrial revolution, opening the concept of interior design to the modern man. The revolution had an enormous impact on design style; it stemmed the way for a less extravagant era in design.

Art Nouveau in 1890 drew inspiration from its surroundings and as 1900 approached interior design became recognised as a profession. The end of World War I brought about an eclectic mix of geometric shapes, bold patterns and elegance – this Art Deco genre not returning until the end of World War II. The end of the War saw demand for air travel heighten rapidly and the speed of communications increase. The 1960’s were a time of rebellion in fashion, music and interior décor - established traditions were ditched and colour exploded on to the scene. The 1990’s saw interior design shows such as ‘Changing Rooms’ burst onto our TV screen, paving the way to a contemporary and an extremely colourful style. Today’s contemporary style is totally eclectic depending on the person – bold and bright colours matched with neutrals, minimalism and a heavy focus on statement furniture and walls is key.

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DESIGN TIPS FROM HISTORY FOR TODAY 1. The colours used in Art Nouveau interior design are turquoise, sage, emerald green, peacock blue, mustard, olive, pale lilac, black, silver, gold, white and pink. Together they form an ethereal look to walls and psychedelic effects in glasswork.

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2. Windows should be the focal point of any Georgian inspired home.

Expansive sash windows, tallest on the first floor of a home was almost as important as the interior. Inside windows should be covered by a pair of curtains and, more typical at the beginning of the period, pull up blinds too. Pelmets were also being introduced and the focus for fabrics should be on damask, velvet, chink, silk and brocade.

3. Floral patterns are a must in a Victorian themed room. Small floral patterned wallpaper is a great choice.

Choose wallpaper that is coloured with greens, blues and reds.

4. Tiles were often used in the Arts and Crafts movement, and bright colours such as cobalt blue, turquoise, greens and reds were popular. Tiles with motifs such as galleons and stylized flowers

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5. Red was a very fashionable colour embodying the opulent and extravagant ways of King George IV. Choose a deep, rich red complemented by other colours common of the era such as sulphur yellow, royal blue and deep green.

6. The Art Deco period was heavily influenced by international style, so perhaps use lacquer as a finish on furniture, a design style developed from China. The period also admired enormously style icons of the era such as Eileen Gray.

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By Angela Kelly

The rising costs of keeping our homes heated and fuelled always seems to dominate during the Winter months.

Yet the reality is that, by planning ahead and taking advantage of the latest systems and initiatives, it’s possible to cut these vital bills and improve your household budget all year round.

In fact, some of the latest energy systems available can be working for you 12 months of the year – taking advantage of sunlight when the UK weather deigns to allow it, and translating that into not only free fuel for your home but also as a means of earning money.

SOLAR PANEL electricity systems – which are also

known as solar photovoltaics (PV) – simply capture the sun’s energy using photovoltaic cells. The great news is that these cells don’t even need direct sunlight to work as they can still generate electricity on a cloudy day. This electricity can then be used to run household appliances and lighting.

After you have paid for the initial installation, your electricity costs are reduced. And you also get paid for the electricity you generate through the Government’s Feed-in Tariffs which pay you for what you generate even when you use it yourself.

The even better news is that if you generate more electricity than you need – or when you can’t use it – you can sell it back to the national grid.

Solar electricity is green, renewable energy and doesn’t release harmful carbon dioxide or other pollutants so you cut your carbon footprint. A typical home solar PV system could save more than a tonne of carbon dioxide a year, which is more than 30 tonnes over its lifetime.

The average domestic solar PV system costs between £6,000 and £9,000 (including VAT) but costs have fallen significantly in the past year. This is bound to vary between installers and the various products so it’s worth getting quotes from at least three installers, and certainly talk to people who have had solar panels installed about their experiences.

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Because using renewable energy makes sense for the country and the planet as well as for the householder’s bills, the Government has introduced the Green Deal to encourage more people to adopt initiatives like having solar panels installed.

This starts with an Assessment carried out by a Green Deal Advisor or Assessor and may be subject to a charge. They will use standardised software to look at possible energy efficiency or generation of your own energy and what the savings would be. They’ll explain how the payments work, identify improvements that are likely to be cost-effective and produce a Green Deal advice report showing your options. If they have any links with individual Green Deal Providers, they have to declare these.

After you’ve got your report, you can take this to any of the Green Deal Providers to arrange and fund the improvements, and sign up for a Green Deal Plan which is the contract involved with your Provider. Green Deal Installers are vetted to ensure they meet the Green Deal standards.

You can pay back the costs involved over time through your electricity bill, and your electricity supplier will pass your payments on to your Green Deal Provider. This amount will be no more than a typical household will save on heating bills, so you’re likely to be better off overall.

Interest is charged on the payments but the rate is fixed. It’s up to the Green Deal Provider to set the interest rate, so it’s worth shopping around for the best deal. You can, though, pay off the plan early if you want to.

It’s also worth bearing in mind that this is not a conventional personal loan. The charge is attached to the electricity meter in your house and paid back through your electricity bill.

Should you move house, the new occupant will pick up this charge as he or she will be benefitting from a more energyefficient property.

Many householders up and down the country have already benefitted from the savings they have made by taking advantage of the latest energy technology.

Rob Brown had 16 solar panels installed on the roof of his large semi-detached home near Manchester two and a half years ago. “We’ve found that it definitely gives us lower electricity bills, and we also get a cheque a couple of times a year for the energy we don’t use,” he said.

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The Green Deal loan scheme can also cover draught-proofing, double-glazing and insulation as well as renewable energy generation. You can find out more about it by calling the Energy Saving Advice Service on 0300 123 1234 or check out the Energy Saving Trust’s website on www.energysavingtrust.org.uk

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DRAUGHT-PROOFING can be a cheap and cost-

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effective way to reduce your heating bills and may be as simple as blocking draughts and lining curtains.

home. Check on the areas where heat is lost; walls account for a third of this and an uninsulated loft can be blamed for a quarter of lost heat. Insulate hot water tanks and pipes and water stays hot for longer.

CAVITY WALL INSULATION can be very effective in homes with external walls made of two layers with a small gap or cavity between them. This is where the insulation material goes.

• 50% savings off your electric bill

Check that your BOILER is working efficiently. Replacing your old gas boiler with an A-rated high-efficiency condensing boiler and improving your heating controls could not only save you as much as £305 a year but will also significantly cut your home’s carbon dioxide emissions.

• 12% to 16% return on investment

• Feed-in tariff payments • Typical Payback in 6 to 7 years • Up to £30,000 income & savings over 20 years 4kW Solar PV System

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Home-owners can now receive the domestic Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) tariff payments for 7 years, for heat generated by biomass boilers, heat pumps and solar thermal panels.

• Typical 25% to 45% fuel savings, compared to oil, LPG, solid fuel or electric heating • Suitable for 4 bed + properties • Typical £30,000 income from 7 years of RHI payments • Payback in 3 to 4 years

Homeowners can expect to earn an income from £5,000 to £30,000, over a 7 year period, depending on the size of property and system installed. This will more than cover the cost of the installation! Fuel savings can range from 25% to 70%, depending on the existing oil, LPG, solid fuel or electric heating system that is being replaced.

Typical payback periods for renewable heating systems, against oil, LPG, solid fuel & electric heating, (including fuel savings and RHI payments) are: 3 to 5 years for ground source; 2 to 4 years for biomass; 5 to 7 years for air source and 7 to 10 years for solar thermal panels. Whether you need an air source heat pump for your new build or pellet boiler for your old leaky property, we have the expertise to design and install a system bespoke to your requirements.

Future proof your electricity usage with the installation of a solar PV system. A domestic solar PV system will cost from £5,900 inc VAT; the payback is after just 6 years.

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• Payback in 5 years

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A future with more certainty Circumstances can change unexpectedly Illness or mental incapacity have no regard for age, wealth, success, or your future plans.

If you do not make the right preparations, you can give yourself, your family or even business partners, big practical and financial problems.

Lasting Powers of Attorney An overlooked insurance policy

Many people have life insurance and make a Will to ensure personal and financial affairs are dealt with after death, but not enough plan for unforeseen events in their lifetime.

An accident, medical error or severe stroke could occur at any age, leaving you unable to deal with simple everyday tasks or manage your finances without help.

Should you own a business, you may be prevented from running your business, causing problems for any employees and their families.

If you suddenly found yourself incapable of managing your own affairs without preparations in place, your family must apply to the Office of the Public Guardian for a Deputyship Order. This is a long, complex process. Initial fees can exceed £1,500 with ongoing annual fees exceeding £700.

This is extra expense for your family on top of any care costs.

Your affairs would also be managed by the Office of the Public Guardian who would supervise your ‘Deputy’.

You can avoid this situation by making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). This is a document which allows you to appoint one or more people to act on your behalf and make decisions for you.

There are two types of LPA - one dealing with property and financial affairs and the other is for health and welfare decisions. The benefits of a LPA are: •

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The cost of preparing and registering a Lasting Power of Attorney is much lower than making an application for a deputyship order.

Making a Will

You can never do it too soon The way society has progressed means that making a Will is more important now than ever before.

If you have children, your estate would be divided between them when they reach the age of 18.

More couples are choosing to live together for many years without marrying, but the law does not recognise this arrangement.

If you do not have children, your estate passes to your parents and if they were no longer here; your brothers and sisters.

Contrary to popular belief, there is no such thing (legally) as a common-law wife or husband. Should the person you live with die, your partner would not inherit your estate.

The chain continues through levels of the family until it finally reaches “the Crown” (in other words, the Chancellor of the Exchequer).

We are reminded often by events in the news that you are never too young to make a Will.

A Will ensures exactly where your estate will go after your death. You can leave as little or as much as you want, to whoever you want. These wishes can be made clear to everyone so there are no arguments over what people think they may be entitled to.

This prevents many of the arguments which commonly occur in families when someone has not made a Will.

A Will also gives you the opportunity to set out funeral plans so you get what you want, not what people think you would want. So if you want to be taken to the crematorium in a motorcycle hearse with Elvis Presley playing on the way out, here’s your time to say it.

More importantly, you can appoint someone you trust as Executor to administer the estate for certainty that your wishes will be carried out exactly as you want them to be.

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Property Trust Wills

Protecting your home’s equity Most married couples own their home as joint tenants.

This means that when one of them dies, the property will automatically pass to the survivor.

If the survivor must go into care, the whole value of the house will be counted when assessing your care funding contribution.

It is however possible to change the way in which a property is owned from joint tenants to tenants in common.

This means each person owns an identifiable share in the house which can be left to other beneficiaries in their Property Trust Will.

Upon the death of the first joint owner, the survivor can remain in the house and even move house, but they will only ever own their half share of the house. It is for this reason that only half of the house can be taken to fund the survivor’s care.

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A loving companion FOR many people a pet is a much-loved and constant friend to share daily life with and to provide a comforting presence.

Of course, individual pets can mean far more to us. They are often a life-line to socialising with others, someone to make observations to and another live presence in the home when children have flown the nest.

We are a nation of animal lovers with around 67 million pets in the UK. There are about 8 million dogs – about 23 per cent of all UK households owns at least one dog – and around the same number of cats.

We keep about 20 to 25 million fish in tanks and the same number outdoors in ponds, 1 million rabbits, 1 million caged birds, 1 million guinea pigs and half a million hamsters. And that’s not to mention the assorted snakes, lizards, gerbils, horses, ponies, rats and even pigeons people in this country keep as pets today.

Dogs, in particular, make wonderful companions for many older people.

As Rebecca Eighteen from national rehoming charity Dogs Trust explains “The general care of a dog means that owners have to stay active, come rain or shine.

“Dog-walking is also a great way to socialise with other people. Dogs are 100 per cent reliant on their owners, which can give their owner a sense of purpose and someone to look after.”

First, there needs to be a realistic assessment of their situation by anyone wanting to own a dog. If you’re not able to take a dog out for daily walks then it may be worth considering a breed that doesn’t need that kind of exercise.

If you live in a tiny apartment then, plainly, taking on a huge dog is not sensible. The same applies if you haven’t got a lot of time for grooming a longhaired dog that may require regular 50

attention when a short-haired breed might be far more suitable.

A frail person might find a large, boisterous dog hard to control. So breed, size, temperament and level of care all play a part in that choice.

Dogs are also not cheap pets to keep.

As well as the right food, a dog needs certain vaccinations as they could be at risk from distemper, parvo virus, viral hepatitis, leptospirosis, para influenza and kennel cough. Neutering also needs to be considered and it’s sensible to get your dog micro-chipped. This is a oneoff fee that means he or she is then on a national database and can be returned if found wandering or lost, so this offers real peace of mind.

There has been much publicity recently about puppy farming and the dangers of not buying a dog from a registered breeder. Seeing the conditions where the dog currently lives and, preferably, one or both of its parents is a good idea. This also gives an idea of how big the dog is likely to grow and its temperament.

Rehoming centres, as run by charities like the Dogs Trust and the Border Collie Trust GB, are also good places to choose your pet.

“At Dogs Trust we have many dogs in our rehoming centres that would prefer an adult-only home without the hustle and bustle of young children.

“If you are retired or nearing retirement and cutting back on your hours at work, a dog can be a wonderful way to stay active and connected within your local community.”

Dogs like five year-old Rambo are awaiting owners. “He’d be well suited to a quiet adult home where he is the only pet. He would enjoy leisurely walks with his new owner and a small garden where he can relax in the sunshine.

He’ll make a very loyal companion and reward you tenfold with love in return for a warm, comforting home.”

Whatever you decide, looking at all the options first – and taking out the necessary insurance – will ensure that you and your pet exist happily together for many years to come.

Make the right choice for your much loved constant friend...

Have you had a pet who has become a very important part of your life and family, giving you years of companionship and then sadly due to illness or old age, dies?

I lost my cat Tai a couple of weeks ago. She had been with us for 9 years keeping my children company and had become a valued member of our family.

After several days of illness she became weak and after taking her to the vets we were told she had a tumour that was sadly, inoperable. We had to make the decision there and then as she was in great pain. We were so upset and emotionally confused we did not think about what would happen to her remains.

It is at this point you should stop and take a moment to consider your options - we only did this after the event.

I wish we had been aware of the choices we could have made had we planned and looked into a proper farewell for her.

I have now come across High Peak Pet Funeral Services and wish I had been aware of them earlier. With help from High Peak Pet Funeral Services you can plan and organise your pets funeral.

They provide a genuine cremation and you actually get your pets ashes

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back to bury at home or hold on to in a keep-sake casket or box. I do hope you can learn from my experience and understand an emotional choice will more than likely, not be the right one.

You can choose a service which is second to none and give your best friend the dignified farewell they deserve.

The perfect way to say goodbye...

High Peak Pet Funeral Services is an independent family-run business based in Buxton, Derbyshire. Founded in 2009, we have already established a reputation for excellence in the field of pet bereavement.

As pet owners ourselves, we have experienced the grief that comes from the loss of a beloved pet. Our aim is to try to soften that grief in others by our compassionate, dignified and caring treatment of your pet through all stages of the cremation process and by allowing you to spend time alone with them in our purpose built Farewell Room should you wish.

We are situated at Harpur Hill, Buxton in Derbyshire. Our premises have been newly refurbished and converted to provide first class facilities as a local pet crematorium.

We are the only member in Derbyshire and the surrounding region of the Association of Private Pet Cemeteries and Crematoria www.appcc.org.uk, the only organisation in the UK setting standards for the pet bereavement industry.

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Q. How will my pet be transported to your facility?

A. We will transport your pet in one of our pet beds or carrying baskets using our private estate car. We will transport them in your pet’s own bed or basket if you

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prefer but the bed and bedding will have to be returned to you afterwards. We will not transport clinical waste in this vehicle at any time.

Q. Can you guarantee that I will get all my pet’s ashes back?

A. We only carry out genuine individual cremations. Only one pet is cremated at a time and all ashes are recovered prior to the next cremation starting. Our procedures follow to the letter the code of practice of the Association of Private Pet Cemeteries & Crematoria. A certificate guaranteeing this is issued when the ashes are returned to you.

We can also recommend Pet Bereavement Services to help you cope with the loss of your beloved pet.

Please contact us early - we can contact your vet to make sure your wishes are carried out.

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Thank you so much for the help you gave us after Sam had been put to sleep having been part of our family for almost nine years.

While nothing can of course remove the sorrow of our loss, the compassion and thoughtfulness you showed to us and the dignity with which you treated Sam were of great comfort.

The community is very fortunate to have you to help in such a distressing and trying time.

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There’s still a long way to go, but it should be said that people with disabilities have an easier time of it than if they’d lived one hundred years ago, when there were virtually no significant aids for the disabled.

When Stefan Farffler invented the wheelchair in the 17th century, it must have been a wonderful thing for the housebound to have the ability to move around independently at last, and almost impossible for the physically fit to understand how much it meant to have that precious independence.

It’s really all about recognising a need and coming up with a solution, and these days, the problems of the disabled are being studied, and solutions are being designed. For outdoor use, wheelchairs are fast being replaced by electric buggies, and now, a trip to the shops and a wander around a super store is possible without the need to ask for help. And how wonderful, at last, to be able to browse the food ranges in M & S, or take the time to really check on the latest fashions, without feeling that you’re taking too long, and your helper needs to get home.

Sometimes, even the smallest aid can make a difference, and I’ve been going from room to room in my house, and wondering how I’d manage if I were sitting in a wheelchair. I tried turning on the lights from a sitting position, and couldn’t reach the switch. My oven is at eye level, so I couldn’t turn it on. I could only just reach my back door handle, and my worktops were all too high to use for chopping vegetables or making a cup of tea. It was a revelation, and I began to realise the difficulties encountered on a daily basis by people in wheelchairs.

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“We all agreed that Pippa did an excellent job”.

“Total professionalism whilst at the same time showing empathy. Huge thank you to Kevin.”

“Pippa was excellent, efficient, friendly sympathetic. Pippa made a world of difference during this experience and advised us well in matters we were not sure of.”

Cotmanhay run by Mick Schofield and Tracey Sweeting-Rowe

“The attitude and consideration of all your staff at this time. Most excellent.”

“Tracey and Julia were very sympathetic at this sad time and nothing was too much trouble. I thank them both for such great service and the help given at all stages.”

Ilkeston run by Julia Carty and Scott Fletcher

“Scott Fletcher was excellent from the first phone call. It was good to deal with the same person to arrange the funeral, when visiting the chapel of rest and during the funeral. He made a very difficult, sad time a little easier with his genuine caring personality. Very personal and professional”

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“Attention and personality of Louise set exactly the correct procedure. Excellent attention to detail and very professionally handled. Sympathy and understanding at all times.”

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Osmaston Park run by Mark Chapman

“It was all done very smoothly and professionally. Efficient and effective help in planning the funeral.”

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