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TWITTERING ON Twittering Pope I could of course make some very irreverent remark about the fact that the Pope has opened a Twitter account. But he’s got something going for him for he picked up over 300,000 followers in the first 24 hours of tweeting putting Stephen Fry and others in the shade.

I have a sneaking admiration for any 85-year-old who takes up social media but note that he has a new media department who will doubtless be handling his tweets before publication. It remains to be seen if congregations dwindle in the light of this innovation or whether many turn over in bed on Sunday morning and reach for their lap top!

The self-titled “bacontrepreneur” has also come up with other pork inspired products such as bacon roses, bacon lip balm and bacon baby formula.

And, for those “who love bacon to death”, he has created a £2,000 bacon-wrapped coffin.

Mr Esch added: “Bacon is delicious, people get excited when they smell it. When you walk into a room don’t you want people to be excited to see you?”

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Coffin therapy Next time you fancy a lie down try a little coffin therapy!

A Ukrainian man is encouraging people to lie down for 15 minutes in one of his coffins to “prepare for the afterlife”.

Now why would I want to do that?

The coffin maker has been in business for ten years and says the feeling is just like being in a bed. It’s the same sheets and pillows with its own special aura. You can choose from one of ten coffins in a special room with birdsong, falling water and he says you go home in a completely different mood.

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Little lit up donkey!

Hundreds of donkeys are to be fitted with glow-in-the-dark ear tags in Botswana to stop accidents on rural roads at night.

About 500 of the animals will be fitted with the reflective tags in the north of the country where one in ten crashes is donkey-related.

I think it’s a wonderful idea and also recommend the tags for those barmy joggers who tear around in pitch blackness.

The UK-based Society For The Protection Of Animals Abroad is paying for the Maun Animal Welfare Society, in Botswana, to carry out the project.

Is your man a pig?

A US company has created a gift for the man who has everything - bacon flavoured shaving scream.

J&D’s new product is described as “high end, luxurious bacon-scented shaving cream” and is on sale for about £9.

Inventor Justin Esch said: “There is nothing more powerful than the smell of bacon, nothing. Bacon is the smell of champions.

“Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and bacon is the best part of breakfast. Why not smell like it and be the best?”

Laura Higham, outreach veterinary advisor for SPANA, said: “The people that own working donkeys are some of the very poorest in Botswana’s society and often have no choice other than to let their animals roam freely in search of food in the sparse desert environment.

“This practice is essential, but obviously makes the donkeys vulnerable to accidents and we hope that this simple solution will help reduce the number of collisions caused by the animals every year.”

The charities hope the project will be adopted in other parts of the country, and will be the first step towards making reflective tags a legal requirement for freely roaming livestock.

Isn’t science wonderful?

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Palm trees swaying in the gentle trade winds of the Pacific Ocean, endless stretches of sandy coastline, volcanoes, rainforests and more – the Hawaiian Islands are the ultimate dream destination.

The journey to Hawaii is not to be underestimated – it is a long way. So when you finally get there you need to make the most of this incredible group of diverse and beautiful islands strung out like pearls in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. There are countless itineraries and combinations with each island offering a different holiday experience and its own individual charm.

Arriving into Honolulu on the island of Oahu immediately gives you a sense of anticipation. The warm air greets you as it wafts through the mainly open buildings and the atmosphere is laid back and relaxed. Honolulu is the centre of business and culture and the capital of Hawaii. It is a bustling city with a strong Polynesian influence and is home to museums, galleries and elegant public gardens all steeped in the history of the islands.

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The world famous resort of Waikiki Beach is just a few miles along the coast. At first glance not quite the tranquil tropical resort you would expect but this is a town that welcomes a huge number of tourists each day. Modern skyscraper hotels front the pristine beach set against the magnificent backdrop of Diamond Head volcanic crater. At night Waikiki comes alive with Sunset Hula shows, street performers, lively bars and restaurants. A velvet breeze wafts in from the ocean, mixes with the soft sound of the Hawaiian guitar and beckons the crowds to linger amongst designer boutiques and street markets. As soon as dawn breaks the surfers take to the water to catch the waves that roll in throughout the year. Sit on the beach and be amazed by their prowess or take a lesson and have a go yourself, there are plenty of beach boys happy to give surfing classes and surfboards can be easily rented.

When it is time to move on to another island, a great contrast to Oahu is Maui, known as the Magic Isle.

Although it appears at first glance to be flat and uninteresting, travel away from the airport and you will find the dormant volcano of Haleakala Crater with its lunar landscape, or take the scenic road to the town of Hana through rainforest and waterfalls. The picturesque town of Lahaina was once the heart of the Hawaiian Islands where the whaling ships docked. Today the town attracts the tourists with quaint shops, galleries and restaurants housed in the old wooden shop fronts that were once the

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saloons and brothels of times gone by. Set along a pretty coastline with a dramatic mountainous backdrop and with spectacular sunsets over the small offshore island of Lana’i - the town is picture postcard perfect.

If it is adventure you are after then the island of Kuau’i beckons visitors with a host of exciting activities, watersports, 4x4 land tours, mountain tubing and zip line tours to name just a few. Take a helicopter tour to appreciate the awesome interior of Kaua’i. The imposing Waimea Canyon is more than 3,000 feet deep and known as the ‘Grand Canyon of the Pacific’. The Waimea River flows through the canyon and is fed by cascading waterfalls swollen by the almost daily rainfall. When the sun shines through shimmering rainbows appear giving the area a truly magical feel. Hold onto your seat because the experienced pilots know how to get really up close and personal to some of the highest waterfalls and deepest valleys.

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Maui © (HTA/Tor Johnson)

In common with the other islands, Kauai has its fair share of stunning beaches. Holiday makers flock to the eastern and western shores but only intrepid hikers or sailors can access the secluded hidden coves, nestling beneath the dramatic cliffs along the Na Pali Coast on the western side.

With its lush, rainforest interior and above average rainfall Kaua’i is aptly named the Garden Isle and has been the setting for many famous movie locations over the years.

The largest island is confusingly named Hawaii – or Big Island. You could easily spend your entire holiday here as it has an amazing diversity in geography and climate. Take a drive around the island and you will pass through tropical rain forests, lava fields, volcanic mountains and rolling hills. At Kona on the west coast and you will be amazed by huge expanses of black lava stretching into the sea.

The area is famed for diving and snorkelling and a visit to Kealakekua State Park is a must. Further along the coast the land is dotted with coffee plantations, each producing the world famous Kona Coffee and most are happy to give tours to visitors and sell the freshly roasted beans.

The active volcanoes for which the island is so well known can be explored at fairly close quarters from the Volcanoes National Park. Check current conditions with the park rangers at the Kilauea Visitor Centre where you can also pick up maps and guides to the area. The island capital is Hilo, situated along the crescent shaped Hilo Bay on the East Coast where frequent and heavy rainfall has created a tropical environment of lush valleys and gushing waterfalls.

Hilo is a commercial centre but does have an attractive ‘old town’ area full of shops, galleries and restaurants as well as museums, parks a cultural centre and a great programme of seasonal festivals and events. It makes a great base for exploring the Volcanoes National Park and the beaches along the coast.

So pick one or pick ‘em all, whichever islands you choose to visit, I guarantee you will want to return to see the rest.

For more information on the Hawaiian Islands contact Hawaii Tourism Europe website www.gohawaii.com or call 44 (0)207 6446 127.

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SUPERSTAR ROCKER CLIFF RICHARD RETURNS TO THE UK IN 2013 WITH MIDSUMMER NIGHTS He’s Britain’s most successful artist with over 250 million record sales worldwide and over 120 top 40 hits. He’s a star of the screen with films like The Young Ones and Summer Holiday. He’s gained millions of loyal fans, and has a place in the UK Music Hall of Fame for his outstanding contribution to British music.

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What was Cliff Richards 1st UK number one single?

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Knighted in 1995 – the first rock and roll superstar to be honoured with the title – Cliff has always been a firm favourite with his fans. Incredibly, his 2011 calendar pipped JLS, Justin Bieber and Michael Bublé’s efforts to the post, going on to win the Best Celebrity Retail Calendar award.

And his wine, produced in his own Portuguese vineyard, holds Tesco’s record of being the fastest-selling bottle in the supermarket’s history.

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The World according to Joan

Joan Collins returns to the UK with her her sell-out show “One Night With Joan” and this stroll through the highlights of her life brings a touch of genuine glamour into our humdrum lives writes Angela Kelly.

The British actress, writer and columnist who famously turned down Richard Burton and bested Joan Crawford may unbelievably now be 79 but - being Joan - she never misses an opportunity to show real Hollywood glitz at its best and most enduring. As she insists in her down-toearth way: “I’ve often been accused of over-egging the pudding in the costume and make-up department, but that’s one of the illusions that form a part of what this person called Joan Collins is all about.”

To discover the real Joan Collins, though, it’s necessary to go back to her roots and trace her rise to fame and fortune. She was born in May, 1933 in London, to a former nightclub hostess and a successful talent agent. She was one of three children – her sister Jackie is a successful 12

novelist whose books have sold more than 400 million copies.

Joan was a very pretty child and grew up into an attractive dark-haired beauty. She had her first theatre appearance at the age of nine and obviously developed a taste for acting through her teenage years. She became a Rank starlet and appeared in a host of relatively forgettable films, occasional TV appearances and pin-up shoots but, to improve her budding career, she moved to Hollywood in the 1950s. Her first film role was in 1951 in B-movie “Lady Godiva Rides Again.”

For the next three decades, she became a Hollywood fixture, driving her signature pink Thunderbird and keeping the gossip columnists happy with a reported succession of high-profile liaisons with famous men including Dennis Hopper and Warren Beatty.

She impressed, however, in the films “The Stud” and “The Bitch” which were both adapted from sister Jackie’s best-selling novels. In 1978 she published her first memoir, “Past Imperfect” about her life – unsurprisingly, also a best-seller.

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In 1981, she went for an audition for struggling primetime drama “Dynasty”, for a part that Sophia Loren had already turned down. Alexis Carrington Colby was the vicious, vengeful ex-wife of family patriarch Blake Carrington, played by John Forsythe. Joan got the part, and was absolutely brilliant in the role.

Ratings immediately started to rise. As the show’s creator Aaron Spelling insisted: “We didn’t write Joan Collins.

She played Joan Collins. We wrote a character, but the character could have been played by 50 people and 49 of them would have failed. She made it work.”

In fact, she made it work so well that Alexis - with her seductive glamour, gorgeous clothes and make-up and great storylines - became the character with whom Joan has become enduringly associated. She was nominated six times for a Golden Globe before finally winning one in 1983.

“Dynasty” ended its run in 1989 but Joan appeared as Alexis in the 1991 mini-series “Dynasty: The Reunion.”

The original series, though, remains warm and familiar in the minds of the public and there are regularly calls for its revival. Speaking on TV’s “Loose Women” programme just recently, British actress Stephanie Beacham - who also went into the series - said she and Joan had been talking about just such a revival, and regular TV watchers know it’s “never say never” when it comes to bringing back successful soaps.

Of course, much of Joan Collins’ fame has come from her life away from the film and TV cameras. She married her first husband, Irish actor Maxwell Reed, in 1952 and divorced him three years later. She married British actor Anthony Newley in 1963 and they had two children before she divorced him in 1970.

She has always looked after her figure and continues to be as glamorous as ever, taking her own advice on everything from eating meals from a smaller plate to keep her weight down to avoiding sunshine on her face to protect her looks. Her outspoken and witty pronouncements on various subjects have helped keep her in the public eye and she has had a variety of regular opinion columns in newspapers and magazines.

In her 2011 book “The World According to Joan”, she admits that she has “always been extremely frank, perhaps too much so. Often friends say to me sarcastically ‘Oh why don’t you say what you mean, Joanie!’ Well, I’m afraid I usually do which is why I have been called opinionated, stubborn, obdurate, headstrong, prejudiced and politically incorrect.

“Perhaps I am, but I have now reached an age and a stage when I basically do what I like as much as I can, without trying to hurt anyone.”

While being Joan Collins is much about a life lived in the spotlight, it’s plain that not only is she a clever actress and a genuine icon but that she’s discovered the secret of longevity when it comes to engaging with the public.

And audiences from Manchester’s Lowry to London’s Leicester Square Theatre are now discovering that “One Night With Joan” is also a unique and memorable experience.

Joan was married for 11 years to Apple Records’ president Ron Kass, with whom she had daughter Katy. Her fourth marriage was to Swedish pop singer Peter Holm, which ended after just 13 months with a messy divorce. Then in 2003 she married her fifth husband, theatre company manager Percy Gibson, who is 32 years her junior. Here, finally, Joan seems to have found her soul-mate and the couple renewed their marriage vows in 2009.

She says that today’s “metrosexual-looking” actors don’t compare with the stars of yesteryear although she believes that Johnny Depp, Leonardo DiCaprio and Jude Law are “wonderful actors.” Joan makes the exception “on the macho front” for George Clooney and she also likes Bradley Cooper and Robert Downey Jr. Her all-time sexiest star, though, is Marlon Brando – “unforgettable” is her verdict.

After “Dynasty” helped give Joan the highest profile of her career, she continued to act and write both romance novels and self-help beauty and lifestyle books. She’s become involved in a variety of charity work, mostly linked to children with disabilities and aiding breast cancer research, and remains a true celebrity in a sea of passing wannabes.

For more information on Joan Collins’ tour go to http://www.ents24.com/web/artist/39680/Joan_Collins

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Market Hall & Market Ground 3open Shires Farmers’ Market Monday to Saturday Cheshire - Lancashire - Yorkshire inside and outside The Clarendon Centre

For further information call 0161 342 3268/9 www.tameside.gov.uk/markets or www.shopatashton.com

For further information call 0161 342 3268 www.tameside.gov.uk/markets or www.shopatashton.com

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Portland Basin Museum of the Portland Basin Manchester Regiment

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• One of the biggest outdoor markets in the region (140 stalls), operating seven days each week and Ashton’s famous Indoor Market Hall for fantastic fresh produce. Call 0161 342 3268

• Flat, pedestrianised, compact town centre ideal for young families and people with mobility problems

• Arcades Shopping Centre featuring top high street names like: The Body Shop, Next, Argos, Superdrug and WH Smith

• Ashton Moss Leisure Park offering Hollywood Bowl and a 12 screen Cineworld as well as great restaurant facilities including Frankie & Benny’s, Nando’s, KFC, Chiquitos, Harvester Chiquitos, Harvester Ashton Moss ,and Eat Inn Chinese Buffet Moss and Eat Inn Chinese Ashton

• Ladysmith Shopping Centre for even more great names like: Bon Marché, Boots, Dorothy Perkins, JD Sports, Peacocks and Costa Coffee

• Wheelchair and mobility scooter friendly

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• Award winning Farmers Market held on • Award winning Farmers Market held the last Sunday of each month

Arcades Shopping Arcades Centre Shopping Centre Old Town Old Town Outdoor Market Outdoor and Indoor Market Market Hall and Indoor Market Hall

• Great public transport facilities with one of the busiest bus stations in the north west plus adjacent railway station receiving regular half hourly trains from Manchester City Centre • The ‘Old Town’ area where over 150 quality independent retailers still offer service with a smile • Free Summer and festive town centre entertainment including Vintage & Classic Car Show, Sci-Fi Day Dayplus much more. Call 0161 339 3040.

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The Shubar on Old Street, Ashton Under Lyne is well worth a visit.

You’ll find a great range of shoes to go with any outfit with matching handbags for any occasion.

With Summer not too far away, check out their brilliant range of colourful handbags and comfortable but stylish wide fitting shoes and sandals, with prices starting at just £19.99. To compliment any outfit, why not choose from the gorgeous range of Pashminas and scarves available. There’s something for everyone including a large selction of men’s shoes and sandals for both formal and casual wear.

Some of the many brands include Barkers, loake, Clarks, Rohde, Lotus, Padders, Wauldlaufer, Van Dal, Skechers, Tamaris and many more. You’re always sure of a great service at The Shubar with friendly experienced staff and a relaxed atmosphere in The Shubar Cafe where you can enjoy homemade food and great coffee.

The Shubar is easily accessible and Poplars Car Park at the rear of the shop is just £1.50 for 2 hours town centre parking.

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MARY HAWORTH | BEAUTY CULTURE

In those days Beauty Salons were few and far between and not many ladies indulged in Beauty Treatments. But with tremendous determination and foresight, Mary opened her salon providing treatments to ladies from all walks of life.

In the beginning Mary offered a small range of treatments such as manicures, facials, eyebrow shaping and electrolysis, added to which she created her own label skin care.

The salon grew from strength to strength to become the family business that it is today.

Although Mary died in 1997, Suzanne and Verity, her two grand daughters, had already trained as Beauty Therapists and continue to develop the business based on their many years of experience, always striving to maintain the reputation and standards in which their grandmother believed.

They now have a Fully Qualified, Experienced and Dedicated Team of Ten Therapists. Specialists in all aspects of Beauty Therapy, their treatment menu is vast:- Hot

Waxing, Threading, Manicures, Pedicures, Nail Extensions and Gel Nails to name just a few. Added to this are many well known Quality Brands such as ESPA Facial and Body Treatments, Environ Skin Care, Jessica Hand, Nail and Foot Treatments, HD Brows, Bare Minerals Make up, St Tropez Tanning and Minx Nail Art for Toes.

Suzanne, Verity and the team are also all qualified ESPA Therapists. Chosen for its high quality product and treatment ranges and used in leading Salons and Spas not only in this country but in 5 star Hotels and Spas all over the world.

‘Caci’ is a recognised name in the world of Anti ageing and the Caci Ultimate Facial delivers fantastic results using microdermabrasion, non surgical facelift, deep wrinkle treatment and a hydro moisturising mask. Caci is endorsed by many celebrities including Jennifer Lopez; such a huge fan that she even has her own personal Caci system and says ‘The Caci Ultimate is Amazing’!

Probably now one of the most increasingly popular treatments in the salon is Reiki, a natural form of healing, performed by Sharon who is a Reiki Master.

It is a deeply relaxing and comforting treatment encouraging the body’s natural ability to heal. It stimulates the immune system and is effective for hours or even days afterwards. Beneficial for stress and anxiety, pain and inflammation, insomnia and post operative recovery and supports other forms of healing.

In just two years time Mary Haworth Beauty Culture will be celebrating their 60th Anniversary and Suzanne and Verity wonder if that there is another salon in the country which has been in business longer than this.

One thing they do know is that the salon remains as a legacy to their grandmother who would be immensely proud.

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Electrolysis has always been a mainstay of the business, Mary was herself an expert in the field. That is probably why Suzanne and Verity each with 30 years experience performing this treatment strongly believe that done correctly electrolysis is a more efficient form of hair removal than some forms of laser.

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OUT & ABOUT

LIVELY LIBRARY CLUB FOR OVER 55S Lively Library Clubs – a club for over 55s The Lively Library Clubs offer speakers and workshops as well as the chance to meet new people and try different things. It’s friendly and fun.

Things we’ve done in the past include Tai Chi, Origami, author talks and willow weaving. All the events are free and refreshments are available, so whether you’re on your own or with a friend come along and join in.

For more information please visit www.whatson.tameside.gov.uk

Clarendon Square has everything you need, with more than 30 high street names and local independent stores, we have something for all the family to enjoy under one roof this Spring/ Summer…

Silver Savers Campaign

Clarendon Square welcomes the ‘Silver Savers’ Campaign, offering senior citizens fantastic offers that cannot be missed!

‘Silver Savers’ runs every Tuesday from 5th February to 24th September from 9am – 5.30pm.

Kid’s Character Visits

Meet and greet Moshi Monster ‘Poppet’ on Tues 6th August and Fireman Sam on Tues 20th August, both 11am – 4pm. The perfect way to entertain the kids during school holidays.

Make sure you check out our website www.clarendonsquare.co.uk, like us on Facebook Clarendon Square and follow us on Twitter @ CSHydeshopping for all the hottest seasonal looks and discounts.

Clarendon Square is open from 9am – 5.30pm Mon – Sat and 10.30am – 4pm on Sunday, with FREE parking after 3pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and all day Sunday.

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SADDLEWORTH MUSEUM Dates for your diary: Annual Plant Sale

Sunday 26th May 11.00 am – 3.30 pm Plants-indoor and out, books, bric-a-brac, cakes, pastries, jams, etc.

Lots of refreshments available, including Saddleworth oat cakes as well as the usual lovely bacon butties, sandwiches & cakes etc.

2012/2013 50th Anniversary 60s Theme throughout the museum to celebrate 50 years of the Museum opening in May 1962 Display by Saddleworth School History SocietySaddleworth from 1962-2012

Friends of the Museum Coach Trips Wednesday 1 May

Lancaster and Morecambe Price £14.50

Tuesday 4 June

Hawes in Wensleydale Price £18.50 Friends of the Museum run coach trips throughout the year.

As well as Museum and Friends events the Art Gallery can be hired to accommodate your corporate, charity or family function For more information, please visit www.saddleworthmuseum.co.uk www.50plusmagazine.co.uk

Companions offer a thorough, friendly care service with a personal touch. We pride ourselves on going the extra mile, staying longer and caring more.

COMPANIONS Giving Back Independence

We are a team of dedicated and professional carers; a helping hand for the elderly, the infirm and support for their families.

DO YOU NEED • To be accompanied to appointments?

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• Company to chat, play cards or other activities?

With over 10 years’ experience in companionship, our staff offer a standard of service that is second to none. We’re based in Saddleworth and care for those who need our help in Saddleworth and surrounding areas. We are local people ourselves and as such, understand the needs of the local community.

Companions are available to help anyone who may otherwise be confined to the home or local area, giving independence and companionship to people who may feel insecure or lonely. When the family live outside the area, we can be there to help those who still live locally - reassuringly nearby when we’re needed, available and affordable to the families we support.

If you find it difficult to leave your home we can help break the monotony of the day by visiting you at home - even if it’s just for a game of cards or a chat - Companions can be there.

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Portland Basin Boat Hire A day out with a difference!

For a special occasion or simply a great day out with family or friends, hiring one of our self drive day boats is an ideal solution.

SIGHTS

Spend the day exploring the Lower Peak Forest canal on the 8 mile lock free stretch from Portland Basin to Marple. Experience the canal’s unique rural environment which has many interesting architectural features including tunnels, bridges and the splendid Marple aquaduct. If you want a holiday you can explore even further with our holiday hire boat Evelyn.

BOATS

Our narrowboats (Day Boats) Mary & Alice are available throughout the year and accommodate up to ten people maximum.

The boats are equipped with a two burner hob, sink and crockery; they also have flushing toilets. There is seating and a table available in the cabin along with seating on the front and rear deck areas. The cabins are heated for cooler days. If you fancy making a long weekend or holiday out of it, our 4-berth holiday hire boat Evelyn is also available throughout the year, is fully equipped for all your cruising needs, including central heating.

SAFETY

Don’t worry if you have no experience of steering a boat, you will receive full instructions on how to operate the boat safely.

For booking forms and further information contact Sandra Holding on 0161 330 3133 or email sandra.holding@portlandbasinmarina.co.uk | www.portlandbasinmarina.co.uk Portland Basin Marina, Lower Alma Street, Dukinfield, Cheshire SK16 4SQ www.50plusmagazine.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK

Healthy Food Tips For Over 50s 1. Chili peppers may be small but are mighty in terms of health benefits. They contain capsaicin, an analgesic compound which helps with a variety of health issues including pain, cancers and high cholesterol. Add a bit of spice to your suppers and reap the rewards.

2. Adding vegetables like broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, cabbage and brussels sprouts to your diet can have great brain health benefits. They all contain antioxidants which help protect the brain.

3. Make sure your diet contains plenty of calcium which can help prevent osteoporosis. If you’re over 50 you need 1,200 mg of calcium each day. Good sources of calcium include milk, cheese, yoghurt, almonds and pulses. Try and have three servings of calcium rich foods or drinks each day.

4. Yoghurt is not only a great source of calcium, but is also beneficial in maintaining a healthy gut. Your body needs to have a healthy amount of ‘good’ bacteria, so look out for probiotic yoghurt which contains those precious living organisms.

5. Turmeric contains curcumin which has antiinflammatory properties. Turmeric has been used as a cleanser for thousands of years and is believed to help relieve pain and prevent the build of up amyloid beta plaque which is a major cause of Alzheimer’s. Turmeric is found in many curries and other Asian dishes.

6. Fish is a great source of omega-3 fats which are important for brain function. Having a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids has been linked to improved memory and preventing the build up of cholesterol.

It can also lover the risks of dementia, stroke and age related macular degeneration. Try and eat two fish dishes per week.

7. Other types of spices also provide great health benefits. Cinnamon is anti-microbial and antiinflammatory, and may help boost brain function and control blood sugar levels. Cumin is rich in iron and can aid digestion. Coriander has antiinflammatory properties and can help lower cholesterol. So reach for your spice rack when you cook and pack these health benefits into your meals.

8. Strawberries are not only delicious, but each serving contains lots of vitamin C which could help ward off wrinkles and age related dry skin. Treat yourself to some strawberries and cream for your vitamin C and calcium needs all at once!

9. Ginger has lots of anti-inflammatory properties which can be useful in fighting heart disease, cancer and Alzheimer’s. It is also high in antioxidants which help fight other diseases, and the gingerol in it is commonly used as a digestive aid. Ginger can add delicious flavour and heat to all kinds of dishes.

10. Tofu and other soy foods can help preserve the skin firming protein collagen as they are rich in the compounds ‘isoflavones’. Try adding some tofu to your diet and your skin may stay smoother for longer.

11. Treat yourself to a bit of chocolate. Yes! The cocoa used in making chocolate is rich in flavanols which can help preserve the healthy function of blood vessels. Healthy blood vessels can lower the risk of high blood pressure and dementia as we get older.

Look out for dark chocolate with a high cocoa content.

12. Blueberries contain a diverse range of micronutrients which can provide great health benefits as we get older. They can reduce inflammation and lower cholesterol. Try sprinkling blueberries on your cereals or add them to your yoghurt for some delicious variety in everyday foods.

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Experience the real taste of British farm produce Albion Farm, established over 100 years ago, are extremely proud that they use 100% British meat ingredients. They use their very own beef, lamb and mutton from their farm.

All other butchery items are sourced from local farms nearby so they know exactly what they are selling to their customers.

Their home baked deli and cafe items use the same ingredients from the butchery, which is why they are so delicious!

Offering a delicious home baked menu, in the Café you can enjoy proper farm house breakfasts using all their award winning items, as well as Albion Farm hot beef sandwiches, home made soups and broths, Albion rump steak burgers and much more to tempt your tastebuds.

Albion Café’s afternoon teas are inspired by Grandma Lillian, who can be seen in the black and white photo at the end of the dining area, enjoying afternoon tea whilst celebrating the Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. The Afternoon Tea menu includes a selection of freshly made sandwiches on freshly baked bread, Annette’s home made scones with Jersey clotted cream and Raydale Jam, home baked fancies and a choice of filter coffee or tea.

All served traditionally on a 3 tier cake stand, the afternoon teas have become very popular for birthdays, baby showers or just a good old fashioned get together.

Advance bookings are recommended Monday to Saturday between 2pm-4pm.

Oldham Road, Delph, Saddleworth OL3 5RQ

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The New Hanging Gate 217 Huddersfield Road, Diggle OL3 5PQ Tel: 01457 876411

The friendly new owners Farah & Carl Benton look forward to welcoming you to this beautiful and traditional local pub. The Hanging Gate serves delicious home cooked food in wonderful surroundings and has regular themed nights and entertainment, truly something for everyone.

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Albion Farm Shop & Café If you’re looking for quality meals made from locally sourced produce then come along to Albion Farm Shop & Cafe and enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Here’s a sample of what they have to offer...

MAINS Spaghetti al Polpette e Pomodoro Homemade meat balls and tomato sauce The Meat Balls

250g Minced Beef 250g Minced Pork 1 red onion (diced) 1 red pepper (diced) 5 Basil leaves (diced) 2 Cloves of garlic (diced) 1 Green chilli (diced) 1 Teaspoon paprika Salt & pepper (season to taste)

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Mix together with table spoon of natural breadcrumbs

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Cook in oven at 120 for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown

The Tomato Sauce

Finely dice onion, celery and carrot then sauté in olive oil until golden brown. Add a teaspoon of white sugar and ½ glass of white wine. Cook until it creates a syruplike texture. Then add 2 tins of chopped tomatoes, a dash of puree and season to taste. Cook for 20 minutes. Add the cooked meat balls.

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Best served with freshly cooked spaghetti.

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8oz Albion Farm Rib Eye Steak 8oz Albion Farm Sirloin Steak 8oz Albion Farm Fillet Steak 8oz Free Range Chicken Fillet Image for illustration purposes only.

All served with proper homemade Chips, Vine Cherry Tomatoes, Crispy Beer Battered Onion Rings and delicious homemade Peppercorn Sauce, Diane Sauce or Red Wine Sauce.

Traditional Fish ‘n’ proper Chips Beer Battered Fish served with proper Chips and Mushy peas.

Butternut Squash & Spinach Risotto A delicious homemade Risotto.

DESSERTS

A wide selection of desserts available including a Great British Cheeseboard.

Price Per Head £24.95 which includes Starter, Main and a large bottle of wine between two or one large glass per person.

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MUSHROOM, FETA AND TOMATO BAKED PEPPERS It’s always important for food to look good, whether you’re dieting or not, and these peppers are a delight to the eye as well as the tastebuds. A great vegetarian recipe, this has lots of strong flavours that come together in a beautifully colouful and well-balanced dish.

SERVES 2 4 sun-dried tomato pieces in oil, drained well 2 tsp sunflower oil 175g chestnut mushrooms, wiped and diced 20g blanched hazelnuts, roughly chopped 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 50g dry white breadcrumbs 1/2 small bunch of parsley, leaves finely chopped 1 tsp dried chilli flakes 100g feta or soft goat’s cheese, drained 2 smallish peppers, red or yellow freshly ground black pepper 401 calories per portion Preheat the oven to 220°C/Fan 200°C/Gas 7. Roughly chop the sun-dried tomatoes. Heat the oil in a large frying pan and stir-fry the mushrooms over a high heat for 4 minutes.

Add the roughly chopped hazelnuts and fry for a further minute until the nuts are lightly toasted. Season with a good grind of black pepper and remove from the heat.

Stir in the tomatoes, garlic, breadcrumbs, parsley and chilli flakes until thoroughly combined. Break the cheese into small chunks and toss them through the stuffing lightly. Cut the peppers in half from top to bottom and carefully remove the seeds and membrane.

Place the peppers in a small foil-lined roasting tin, cut side up, and fill each half with the mushroom and feta stuffing. Cover the surface of the stuffing with a small piece of foil. Bake for 35 minutes until tender, removing the foil for the last 10 minutes of the cooking time. Serve warm with a lightly dressed mixed salad. www.50plusmagazine.co.uk

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MAKES 8 KEBABS 700g lean lamb leg (or leg steaks) 2 small yellow peppers 2 small red peppers 2 small red onions 150m1 low-fat natural yoghurt 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint or 1 tsp mint sauce 6 pitta breads 1 romaine lettuce heart, shredded 1 medium carrot, finely grated 3 ripe vine tomatoes, sliced 15cm piece of cucumber, thinly sliced flaked sea salt freshly ground black pepper lemon wedges and hot chilli sauce, to serve Marinade 2 tsp cumin seeds 203 calories per portion 381 calories per portion (with pitta)

LEMONY LAMB KEBABS There’s nothing better than the scent of lemony, herby lamb cooking on the barbecue. It’s a healthy way of cooking too, as much of the fat drips away. We like to eat these kebabs tucked into warm pitta bread, but you can also enjoy them with just a side salad or some vegetables.

2 tsp coriander seeds 1 tsp fennel seeds 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves finely grated zest and juice of 1 unwaxed lemon 1 garlic clove, peeled and crushed 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tsp fine sea salt freshly ground black pepper

To make the marinade, put the cumin, coriander and fennel seeds in a pestle and mortar and pound to a coarse powder. You can use 11/2 teaspoon each of ground cumin and coriander if you prefer, but the flavour won’t be quite as good as freshly ground spices. Add the thyme leaves and crush them into the spices for a few seconds.

Tip the spices and thyme into a large non-metallic bowl and stir in the lemon zest and juice, garlic, oil, salt and lots of black pepper.

Trim as much fat as possible off the lamb, then cut the meat into rough 3cm chunks — you should have about 40 chunks. Add the lamb to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover with cling film and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking.

While the lamb is marinating, prepare the vegetables for the kebabs. Deseed the peppers and cut them into 3cm chunks. Cut each onion into 8 wedges with the root intact.

Remove the lamb from the fridge and thread the meat on to 8 metal skewers — these should be about 25cm long — alternating with the pieces of pepper and onion. Season with a little more salt and pepper.

Cook over a hot barbecue or under a preheated hot grill (close to the element) for 6-8 minutes. Turn once or twice until the lamb and vegetables are lightly charred — the meat should be pink in the middle. Mix the yoghurt, garlic and chopped mint or mint sauce together in a small bowl to make the yoghurt sauce.

Warm the pitta bread on the barbecue, in the toaster or under a grill and carefully cut down one side with a sharp knife. Pull the bread open and stuff with shredded lettuce leaves, grated carrot, tomatoes and cucumber. Slide the meat and vegetables off the skewers and into the pittas using a fork. Drizzle a little of the minty yoghurt sauce and serve with some chilli sauce and lemon wedges too if you fancy.

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SERVES 6

358 calories per portion

BEACHSIDE PAELLA We cooked this on a beach in Northumberland and some said it was the best paella they’d ever tasted — dieting or not. You know what? We have to agree.

Heat the oil in a 38cm paella pan — ideally non-stick. A paella pan is best, but if you don’t have one, use a very wide, shallow non-stick saucepan, flameproof casserole dish or saute pan.

Place the pan over a medium heat.

Season the chicken thighs with salt and black pepper and fry them for about 5 minutes, turning every now and then until lightly coloured. Add the chorizo and cook for 30 seconds more, turning once. Transfer the chicken and chorizo to a large heatproof bowl with a slotted spoon, leaving the fat in the pan.

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I tbsp olive oil 6 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut in half 75g chorizo (we like picante) skinned and cut into 5mm slices 2 medium onions, peeled and chopped 1 red pepper, quartered, deseeded and sliced 1 yellow pepper, quartered, deseeded and sliced 150g green beans, trimmed and cut into 2cm lengths 3 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed 2 tsp smoked paprika 2 good pinches of saffron threads 1 bay leaf 175g paella rice (medium-grain rice) 1 litre hot chicken stock, made with 1 chicken stock cube 500g live mussels, well scrubbed and beards removed 1 medium squid, cleaned and sliced into rings or 225g prepared squid rings 12 raw king prawns, peeled or shells on, thawed if frozen flaked sea salt freshly ground black pepper lemon wedges, for squeezing

Add the onions to the pan and fry gently for 4-5 minutes until softened and very lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Add the peppers and green beans to the onions and cook for 2 minutes until they are beginning to soften. Stir in the garlic, smoked paprika, saffron, bay leaf and rice and cook for 1-2 minutes until the rice is glistening all over.

Return the chicken and chorizo to the pan, along with any juices. Stir well, then pour in the chicken stock and season with black pepper. Stir once or twice and bring to a simmer over a medium heat. Cook for 12 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Tip the mussels into the partly cooked rice mixture and stir once more, making sure they are well tucked into the hot rice and steaming liquid. Return to a simmer and cook for 3 minutes or until most of the mussels have opened, stirring occasionally.

Scatter the squid and prawns over the top of the paella and stir well. Continue cooking for 4-5 minutes until the squid and prawns are cooked, the rice is tender and almost all the liquid has been absorbed. The prawns should be completely pink when cooked.

It’s important not to keep stirring after the squid and prawns are added — you want the rice to become lightly browned and a bit sticky at the sides of the pan as this adds flavour. Keep an eye on the heat though, as you don’t want the rice to burn. Add a splash more water if the paella begins to look very dry before the rice is ready. Pick out any mussels that haven’t opened by the end of the cooking time and chuck them away. Serve hot with lemon wedges for squeezing.

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Bury Market has in fact been a phenomenon for more than 500 years. It has been at its current site since 1971, but the original charter to hold a weekly market dates back to 1440 when it was granted to Sir John Pilkington by King Henry VI.

So why not join a coach trip, jump on a bus, Metrolink tram, East Lancashire Railway steam train, bicycle, or go on foot or in the car (parking is nearby, inexpensive and on one level) and make Bury Market your destination?

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But for longer term ideas, examine all those corners, walls and open areas in your home for possibilities involving new shelves or permanent storage units.

Space is always at a premium. When the family is young we seem to accumulate cupboards full of toys and games, when they’re teens – if you can get them to put anything in a wardrobe – hangers and drawers are crammed with clothes and the latest fad. Even as we get older, the space problems don’t seem to diminish as we hoard a lifetime of happy memories and items we just can’t bear to throw away.

Interior designer Arvin Rodrigues says: “Most houses have under-stair cupboards and these provide useful space for storing the vacuum cleaner, suitcases and other small items. If these spaces are tall, shelves could be placed at higher levels to make the most of this space. Small under-stair cupboards could be transformed into drawers for all sorts of things.”

So before you start taking an objective look at potential new storage space around your home, take a long, hard look at your current cupboards, shelves and wardrobes and de-clutter.

It’s quite cathartic to free up space, and local charity shops will definitely benefit from items you no longer use.

To house the rest, and as a temporary solution, there are plenty of clever storage systems around - from clear plastic boxes and wicker baskets to racking and wooden chests. There are

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He also suggests high-level shelving for narrow hallways which don’t encroach on floor space. And these sentiments are echoed by chartered architectural technologist Gary Willis.

“When lack of storage becomes an issue, the automatic response is to box up the items and attempt to hide them away, but let’s think out of the box for a moment. Most people will consider what is directly in front of them on a horizontal plane; look upwards for your storage needs.”

Gary also says that garages and sheds often provide ample storage already

“but just require some organisation.

Very cheap, heavy duty racking or spur shelving in a garage or shed can generate substantial storage space.

Just ensure that brackets and racking are securely fixed to the walls first.”

In the kitchen, why not free up space by putting your microwave on a glass shelf above the work surface? Hang sharp knives inside a high cabinet to save drawer space and keep them out of children’s reach, or store wooden spoons and other utensils bouquet-style in a handsome pitcher or canister.

“Kitchens are typically built to a fixed height,” states Gary, “leaving at least 300mm (12”) of space above wall cupboards that could be used for storage. Exploit this space by placing charming storage boxes to hide away items like old cook books, sewing kits etc.”

Take a fresh look at living room furniture. “Coffee tables that have storage for magazines and bric a brac are useful, as are sofas with storage in the armrest,” suggests Arvin. Consider furniture you can buy relatively cheaply that you can improve. Arvin’s own home boasts 31

cost-effective but beautifully restored second-hand chests of drawers which add to storage space and also create much-admired pieces of furniture.

He states: “Shelves around doors and windows and even beside radiators, if safe, could provide storage and look nice, too. A coat cupboard in the entrance is really handy and doesn’t need to be very big or deep. It could also function as a shoe cupboard at the lower level, and the sides employed to hang keys, scarves and hats.”

Gary looks to unusual areas for help with storage: “The bay window area in a living room is another great place that often has under-used space.

Rather than use loose furniture that is often set into the room, consider a bay window seat with integral storage.”

Bathrooms again offer more storage potential. “Consider shelves over the toilet water tank, cupboards under the wash basin and even a shelf over the bathtub,” advises Arvin. “Bigger cabinets could be hung from the wall above mirrors or even over the entrance door.”

Utilise under-bed storage in bedrooms or consider buying a bed with builtin storage space. A bed headboard can be built for additional bedding storage, plus somewhere to put books, lamps or a radio on top. An ottoman or upholstered cube can double as a dressing table chair and offers extra space, and an artistic

pile of pretty, unusual hat-boxes can complement the bedroom décor and provide further storage solutions.

Lofts are often under-used areas in our homes but can be altered at reasonable cost to become an effective storage room by boarding out. “Floorboards also help to insulate the house, preventing heat loss and reducing your heating bills,” explains loft expert Chris Waldron.

“We’re not looking at making the loft habitable and so needing Building Regulations’ approval,” he adds.

“Just comfortable enough to sit in for an hour now and again with plenty of light and an absence of spiders hanging from the rafters!”

Aluminium loft ladders or a folding wooden ladder make access easy and fitting a light in the loft – “a pendant light with an energy saving bulb and pull switch is ideal” – makes this an easy, accessible area that can add substantially to your house storage space.

And an added bonus is that floor boarding helps insulate the house, preventing heat loss and reducing your heating bills. So you get much more storage space and kinder heating bills as well!

Whatever you decide about storage, it’s worth acknowledging that you don’t always need to hide items away to keep them stored tidily. Sometimes – as with books, ornaments or lamps – it’s worth putting them somewhere where their “storage” actually creates an attractive room feature.

Now that’s thinking outside the box!

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125 YEARS OF SERVICE “It’s a great comfort to my clients to Karen Revell and sister Denise, are the Funeral Directors at H. Revell & Sons, a family-owned and run company based in Stalybridge. The company was formed in 1888 by Karen’s great, great grandfather, Edward Hepworth Revell, and this year marks their 125th anniversary.

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Although funerals have changed considerably since Victorian times, Karen believes their traditional values still hold true.

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