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WELCOME TO ABC

Welcome to Issue 55 of ABC South, your bi-monthly local magazine. ABC South is distributed free of charge to thousands of homes and is available in over 200 outlets such as Cafés, Dentists, Hairdressers, Health Clubs, Community Centres and more, so don’t worry if you don’t get a copy through your door – there are plenty of places you can pick up your free copy of the region’s largest bi-monthly publication. You can also read it online at www.yourabc.co.uk

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LOCALADVERTISING FEATURE

COBALT CENTRAL COFFEE & DELI

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local café has rebranded and relaunched a superb new menu full of fresh local produce and tasty favourites.

Cobalt Central Coffee & Deli, as you can tell from the name, is based at Cobalt Central, only a 2 minute drive away, next to Tesco, and has ample free parking right on the door step.

Having taken over the premises in April 2017, the new owners initially kept the existing business name, the Spud and Lettuce, as well as keeping the look and original menu. They took their time to listen to customer feedback and what changes their regulars would like to see, both to the menu and the look and feel of the café.

Having listened to all the feedback, the café underwent a total transformation during the summer, and has re-launched as Cobalt Central Coffee & Deli.

Not only has the name changed, but the menu has been updated to include the most popular choices from the old menu, whilst adding their own favourites and exclusive dishes.

Serving breakfast, lunches, light bites, coffee and cake, Cobalt Central’s commitment is to serve fresh, homemade food with locally sourced produce wherever possible. The brand new menu boasts a select of breakfast offerings, ranging from full English (in 2 different sizes) to lighter bites such as scrambled eggs 6

and eggs benedict. They have a range of lunchtime treats including sandwiches, salads, paninis, wraps, baked potatoes, cakes for those of you with a sweet tooth and a range of daily specials.

Drinks include coffees (local Tynemouth brand), teas, frappés, protein shakes, smoothies and many more.

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options means there is something for everyone to enjoy.

Not only has the menu been re-vamped, so has the interior, which has a fresh, welcoming new décor and ample seating. As well as plenty of seating in the café, weather permitting, there is outdoor seating and the full menu is available to take away too!

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Cobalt Central’s commitment is to serve fresh, homemade food with locally sourced produce wherever possible

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LOCAL NEWS

SPANISH CITY OPENS....AT LAST! NEARLY 16,000 PEOPLE STEPPED FOOT INSIDE THE BEAUTIFULLY-RESTORED SPANISH CITY OVER THE LAST WEEKEND IN JULY.

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orth Tyneside Council opened the doors to the iconic building to allow the public to have a look around the iconic building before it opened for business today at the end of July.

Elected Mayor Norma Redfearn CBE first unveiled a plaque inside the building and then cut a ribbon at the main entrance to officially declare Spanish City open and the first guests were welcomed in.

She said: “It was truly amazing to see so many people come along and join our celebrations to mark such an historic occasion. I know how much this building means to residents and I want to thank everyone for their patience because nobody knows more than me how long we’ve waited for it. This is something the people of Whitley Bay and North Tyneside all deserve – a high quality venue that we can be proud of and is completely unique.

“It has been a pleasure to see residents finally getting the chance to step back inside the Spanish City after all these years and to see their faces light up when they walk in.

The first two people to step foot inside when the doors opened were Vivien Riddell and John Parrack.

Afterwards Vivien said: “I’ve not been lucky enough to be one of the ones who’ve got in before and didn’t expect to be first in the queue so it was really exciting. The building is amazing, stunning, and absolutely beautiful – I loved all the different 10

areas and the wedding suite is to die for - but mainly it’s to see that the old parts of it are still there but have been refurbished and brightened up so it’s just amazing.”

The council invested £4m in the restoration project and also secured grants of £3.47m from the National Lottery through the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) and more than £2m from the Coastal Communities Fund.

Lucy Winskell, North East Committee Chair, HLF, said: “The word iconic when describing buildings is overused, but for Spanish City I think we will be using the word iconic a lot. You just need to look around to see how wonderful this building and its restoration provides a fantastic opportunity for the community here in Whitley Bay and beyond.

Patrick Melia, North Tyneside Council Chief Executive, said: “It has been a long journey for the council and partners involved in the process but the reaction has been fantastic – we have delivered what we set out to do.”

Martin Kay visited with his family and friends who came over from Holland. He said: “The quality and attention to detail will certainly enhance the seafront - our friends from Holland have already booked flights to return and sample the restaurants in October.”

Spanish City, which is operated by Kymel Trading, is now open for business – more information is available at www.spanishcity.co.uk

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LOCAL FEATURE

HEALTHY PETS ARE HAPPY PETS! AS A PREVIEW OF OUR NEW REGULAR COLUMN ON PET CARE AND ADVICE, WE’D LIKE TO INTRODUCE FRANCES GRAY WHO OWNS AND RUNS VETS4PETS NORTH TYNESIDE VETERINARY PRACTICE

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here’s a well-worn saying that ‘a dog – or indeed a cat – is for life not Christmas’ and that is very much the maxim of Frances and her colleagues who run their practice from the old church at the top of Rake Lane and Barnstable Road.

Between them Frances and her team believe that a well-looked-after and cared for pet is very much part of the family circle and deserves to be treated as such.

Which is why they are so keen to offer owners advice and assistance from the time they welcome a puppy, kitten or another small animal into their homes through to a pet’s on-going care and treatment during its lifetime.

Vets4Pets North Tyneside is run very much as a family business with continuity of care and clinical freedom being provided by a compact qualified team including Frances, her veterinary surgeon colleagues Gayle, Rachael and Shona. There is a strong nurse team lead by Claire and Angela with a very supportive reception team headed up by Lauren. Simon, Frances husband is the Practice Manager.

Frances qualified as a vet at Edinburgh University and her first job was very much in the James Herriott ‘All Creatures Great and Small’ mould at a practice in Penrith including gaining plenty of experience in lambing and calving. These are fond memories and gave Frances a fantastic perspective on life as a vet but the cold nights on call and vast area she had to cover whilst managing a family pushed her in to the small animal world. After Cumbria Frances moved to the PDSA clinic on the outskirts of Newcastle. Living in Longhorsley at the time and bringing up her daughter Natasha, Frances took the decision to be a local vet within the Morpeth area. Working for another local practice Frances built up a fantastic, trusted client base and a strong reliable reputation within veterinary circles. Frances was head hunted by the Vets4Pets and offered the opportunity to buy her own Vets4Pets in North Tyneside. Through hard work, determination and that all important compassion, 12 12

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Through hard work, determination and that all important compassion, caring and love for animals Vets4Pets North Tyneside is thriving

caring and love for animals North Tyneside is thriving.

In 2016 Frances was asked to provide the same principles and apply them to Vets4Pets Morpeth. Frances and the team have embedded themselves in the both communities bringing the same vision and values across both practices.

The location in North Tyneside is convenient as the practice is roadside, with ample free parking for clients.

The state-of-the-art practice is well equipped to deal with the routine day-to-day care of pets but also has its own operating theatre, digital x-ray unit, ultrasound, endoscopy, pharmacy and in-house laboratory for animals needing more specialist treatment.

They have an Orthopaedic surgeon who supports them fully and offers that all important expertise for more demanding cases.

Frances and her team are also more than happy to meet and talk with pet owners seeking advice in looking after their animals including guidance on diets and they can offer a range of healthcare plans aimed at making essential routine treatment more affordable perhaps through monthly payment schemes.

As part of their vet in the community project for 2018 and beyond, we are looking to work with likeminded groups. If you are interested in working with us please contact Simon (Practice Manager).

The Vets4Pets team in North Tyneside will now be contributing regular articles on pet care and advice in ABC magazines.

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LOCAL NEWS

ANNUAL ARCHIVE PHOTOGRAPHY EXHIBITION RETURNS

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ynemouth Photographic Society's annual archival exhibition is back at Camera House (above The Library), Front Street, Tynemouth from 10-4pm on 26th and 27th August 2018.

The Society is in its 116th year and still has a great deal to offer. With the proposed premises move in sight, after 60 years in the same building, the exhibition will look at the Society's history through photographs, posters, syllabuses and other objects. A selection of images dating from 1898 onwards taken by one of the Society's founding members, J. R. King, will also be on show together with photographs of local scenes, characters and events from the late 19th Century through to the mid 20th Century.

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LOCAL NEWS

NTLT STAR AWARDS CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS LOCAL YOUNGSTERS THE FINAL OF THE 5TH ANNUAL NORTH TYNESIDE LEARNING TRUST STAR AWARDS SPONSORED

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Over 600 nominations from Trust schools were received this year from which four finalists in each category were chosen. Matt Bailey from the Capital Radio breakfast team hosted the awards ceremony in the grand Assembly Rooms where guests got to share the outstanding stories and achievements of 48 children and young people from 30 Trust schools.

The finalists, their families and Headteachers all attended the glittering awards ceremony and were presented with gift bags worth £150. Sponsors chose a winner in each category and winner awards were presented to 12 outstanding finalists who the sponsors felt deserved exceptional recognition of their achievements.

This year the North Tyneside Business Forum supported the Star Awards and presented the resilience award which is designed to recognise children who have demonstrated extreme courage and determination in overcoming adversity. Presenting the award David Bavaird expressed how humbling it was to be in a room with what he described as “amazing young people from North Tyneside”.

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LOCAL ADVERTISING FEATURE

NEW RESTAURANT UNVEILED

AT PLANTSPLUS GARDEN CENTRE NEW RESTAURANT OPENS AFT ER HUGE TRANSFORMATION

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lantsplus Garden Centre has oďŹƒcially welcomed the opening of its new restaurant this May. The Newcastle branch of Berwick Garden Centre Ltd, near Ponteland, has created around 15 new jobs in the area.

Having undergone a huge transformation across the store for the past year, the restaurant will have its doors open to customers 7 days a week, throughout the year.

Serving breakfast, lunches, light bites, coff ee and cake, its commitment is to serve fresh, homemade food with locally sourced produce wherever possible. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options means there is something for everyone to enjoy. Th e outdoor seating area also allows dog owners to experience the restaurant looking out towards the plant department. Seating 250 people, Plantsplus is hoping to emulate the success of both Berwick and Dunbar Garden Centre restaurants, with Dunbar holding a Taste Our Best award from Visit Scotland – awardees must keep food miles to a minimum; show information about where your food has come from; friendly staff who know about the origins of the food on your plate; keeping the menu options fresh and seasonal.

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The addition of the restaurant makes Plantsplus a day-out shopping experience

restaurant can be reserved for parties, visiting groups, and private functions at no additional cost.* The addition of the restaurant brings Plantsplus up to speed with customer expectation of garden centres as a day-out shopping experience. Th e store has increased its retail offerings to include books, gift s, cards and pet supplies and is also continuing with the upgrading of its nursery facilities. Work has continued through the store with the carpark having been resurfaced and the front entrance renovated to include a living wall of plants. If you haven’t already, why not sign up for our FREE reward card? You’ll receive 5% back from your purchases every 2 months to spend in store, as well as receiving a free tea or filter coffee voucher that you can use in our restaurant.

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LOCAL FEATURE

BURGHAM PARK GOLF CLUB OPEN TO ALL KEVIN GOW, A PGA PROFESSIONAL FOR 36 YEARS, HAS GONE FULL CIRCLE IN HIS CAREER AND RETURNED HOME, TO BRING ONE OF NORTHUMBERLAND’S BEST AND MOST POPULAR GOLF COURSES BACK TO ITS FORMER GLORY

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urgham Park is a Championship standard parkland course, based just off the A1 a few miles north of Morpeth. The course itself boasts panoramic views of the Simonside Hills to the West and the coast to the East.

Former Ryder Cup captain Mark James was part of the original design team who put the course together in 1994, and it is still regarded as one of the regions finest and most challenging courses.

Kevin brings a wealth of golfing experience to the club, starting his golfing life with the encouragement from his grandfather at Morpeth Golf Club aged eight.

At the age of just 17 he started as an assistant golf professional with Ken Saint at Bedlington golf club and in 1981 he moved on to run Ken's second shop at Blyth golf club. 3 years later he got a call from Martin Jackson, professional at Morpeth golf club, to ask if he would consider coming to Morpeth as his assistant.

As Morpeth was very dear in his heart, and still is, this was an offer he could not turn down. While at Morpeth Martin helped Kevin pass his full PGA exams, in 1985.

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before returning home in 1993 to take on the position of club Professional at Houghton-le-Spring golf club.

In March 2011 Kevin took on a five year lease of Cocken Lodge Golf course, near Durham, in the five years at Cocken he gained valuable knowledge and experience in running his own golf club, which will put him in good stead to succeed at Burgham Park.

Now 36 years on Kevin, along with the help from his wife, Jacqui, daughters Samantha and Georgia, and younger brother Jason is taking on the leasehold of Burgham Park golf club.

The golf course is not the only thing that has been given a new lease of life. The venue is now serving a wide range of home-cooked food, wide a varied menu of traditional British favourites. They also serve a traditional Sunday Lunch, which is proving very popular, especially with non-members who like a drive out on a Sunday and a lunch in a relaxed atmosphere with stunning views.

So, whether you are a keen golfer looking for a welldesigned, picturesque and challenging course, or are looking for a new venue for your Sunday Lunches, a venue with stunning views and hearty home-cooked food, Burgham Park could be the perfect destination.

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JUST THE JOB: Chamber chairman Miles Walton (centre) and headteacher Rachel Butler (far right) with business representatives and Percy Main Primary School pupils

NEWS FROM NORTH SHIELDS CHAMBER OF TRADE & COMMERCE CAREERS DAY IS JUST THE JOB FOR PERCY MAIN PRIMARY SCHOOL

A careers day was just the job for aspiring young schoolchildren as Percy Main Primary School teamed up with the North Shields Chamber to open children’s eyes to a host of career opportunities in the North East and beyond.

The children, who dressed as what they wanted to be when they grow up, were able to hear from and take part in activities put on by 24 members and ‘friends’ of the Chamber.

Representatives from businesses and services who went back to school on Thursday (15th June) included dentists, lawyers, bankers, web designers, media consultants, the police and the fire service.

Year 2 pupil Leighton Parker commentated: “It’s been fun as we have done lots of different things and have had visits from people who are really cool!”

This was the third time members of the Chamber have visited a North Shields school for a careers day over the past two years, previously visiting Christchurch Primary School and Waterville Primary School.

Chair of the Chamber Miles Walton said: “It started when a local school said to us that their children needed to find out more about the world of work, and the opportunities open to them. “We want to make sure children have a broad range of jobs to think about, without giving them a hard sell to any one career. “Children need to find out at an early age what is out there. If you wait until senior school they may have already got in their minds the things they like and don’t like, without knowing the full range of opportunities there are for them. “The careers days have grown each year we have done them, and we look forward to carrying out more in the future.”

Headteacher of Percy Main Primary School Rachel Butler added: “We want to say a huge thank you to members of the Chamber who came down to put on what was a wonderful day. “It was all about raising aspirations and helping the children understand why education is important, and what it could lead to.

“The children left school buzzing and parental feedback has been brilliant too. Everyone involved spoke so wonderfully about their work and really kept the children engaged. Thank you so much again for a really memorable day.”

BUSY SUMMER AT THE BEACON CENTRE

The summer holidays provide many of us with the challenge of how to keep the kids entertained without spending a small fortune, with this in mind, the Beacon Centre are hosting a series of free events especially created for younger visitors to enjoy.

Following on from the success of the Centre’s Animal Adventures and Under the Sea events, which launched their programme of activity, the family fun continues on 7th August with a fabulous Princess Party, where younger visitors will be invited to come dressed as their favourite Princess for a host of FREE fun events. Included in the activity is the chance to meet the Centre’s very own Princess Belle, create a glitter mirror, as well as join in themed games.

Their Roarsome Dinosaur event taking place on the 15th August is perfect for pre-schoolers, as it offers children a host of messy crafts and interactive activities to try their hand at. Lastly, for those of you who have little ones who love insects and reptiles, the Centre’s Rainforest Explorer event on 22nd August, which includes a storytelling adventure, complete the with the chance to meet the stars of the story which includes Houdini the snake, Ticklefoot the millipede and Tropicana the frog is a must.

To find out more about the events or to book your space visit the Centres Facebook page @thebeaconcentrenorthshields or contact the Centre on 0191 2583909.

TWIN TOWN UPDATE

The Chamber continue to work with their partners from the Carnegie UK Trust and Merthyr Tydfil to develop plans to encourage increasing investment and visitors to the town as a part of the Twin Towns Project. The project is now in its second phase with Carnegie UK Trust deciding to hold the final celebration event in North Shields in October of this year. The event will see representatives from all participating towns along with key policy makers from Scotland and England attending with North Shields selected due to the significant progress which the town has made regarding increased use of social media, increased collaboration with the business community and other sectors and the strong and lasting links which have been made with Merthyr Tydfil. Commentating on the event Chamber Chair Miles Walton commentated ‘ we are delighted that Carnegie UK Trust have decided to hold the final celebration event in North Shields as this will allow us to showcase the many things which make our town so special with the event giving us the opportunity to promote the town to a wider and influential audience’.

NEW WEBSITE FOR THE FISH QUAY

The Chamber are delighted as part of the Coastal Communities team to have helped with the planning and development of a new website to promote the Fish Quay with the website now live at www.fish-quay.com.

The website is designed to promote the Fish Quay as a visitor destination and to help celebrate its rich heritage.

Commentating on the website Chamber member and member of the Coastal Communities Team David Bavaird commentated ‘ we are really pleased that the new website is up and running with a very impressive design which I am confident will see an increase in visitors to the Fish Quay encouraging economic investment, business growth and employment. The Fish Quay still retains its important role as one of the most important fishing ports in the UK and it now has a growing and justified reputation as a tourist destination and I am confident that the new website will do much to increase visitors’.

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LOTS TO DISCOVER AT PACKHORSE YARD SET JUST OFF NEWGATE STREET IN THE HEART OF MORPETH, PACKHORSE YARD IS HOME TO A SELECTION OF LOCAL INDEPENDENT RETAILERS.

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orpeth is home to a fantastic selection of independent retails, with both Newgate and Bridge Street offering shoppers a wide range of unique, individual outlets. The town centre is packed with characterful retail units, none more so that the independent shops based at Packhorse Yard, tucked away halfway up Newgate Street next to TSB Bank.

David Chambers and Les Sage are two of the five strong Packhorse Yard development team, they told us “We couldn’t be happier with the public response to this development since opening in June 2016. When we purchased the old warehouse and offices based on Newgate Street in the heart of Morpeth, we had exciting plans to offer unique and affordable opportunities to local independent retailers. We are extremely proud of what each business has achieved so far and love watching them grow from strength to strength as we pass our second anniversary. We hope that the award-winning Packhorse Yard continues to become a popular shopping destination for all visitors to Morpeth in the future.”

The yard is home to a small selection of local independent retailers, all bringing something unique to the town.

As you stroll up the alleyway, the last unit you will see is an independent model shop owned by Jim and Joanne Ord, appropriately named J and J models, and in June this year the shop will celebrated its second birthday in Packhorse Yard.

Prior to opening their unit in the yard, they sold online and at specialist fairs, something they still continue to do. They sell a wide range of Model Railway Accessories, (Hornby, Bachmann etc.) Kits, (Airfix, Pocketbond etc.)

Humbrol paint and Die cast vehicles. They are always happy to source individual items for customers, and also buy good quality second hand items.

Originally based in a smaller unit in the yard, the business has recently moved into bigger premises at the end of the yard, and now stock a wider range of products.

They now stock Tamiya plastic kits and a wider range of model rail accessories. They also have expanded into teddy bears, (ideal for the adult collector and a great gift) which are proving very popular and, in the next few weeks, they will be receiving more bears from Steiff and

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Keep up to date with their latest news by signing up to their newsletter on their website at www.jandjmodels. co.uk, or follow them on facebook.

If it is antiques you are interested in, make sure you pop in to Perriss Antiques, home to some wonderful antiques, jewellery, silverware and trinkets. There is a huge selection available, with new stock arriving every day. Find them on Facebook to keep up to date with the latest arrivals.

The newest arrival is the popular Sewing Box of Morpeth, who have recently relocated to the yard from their premises on Newgate Street. The Sewing Box has been established for over 40 years, and their values as an independent family business are as strong as ever, and they are delighted to show off our gorgeous new premises on Packhorse Yard.

Their new space is full of all their fabulous fabrics,

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We are extremely proud of what each business has achieved so far and love watching them grow from strength to strength as we pass our second anniversary.

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This latest addition perfectly complements the existing businesses and, good news for any local business who is looking to re-locate, there is currently a unit to let at Packhorse Yard due to a business, who benefited so much from their location in the Yard, expanding and moving to a new location and bigger premises. For enquiries please call 07952 816061 So, next time you are in Morpeth, make sure you make time to venture off Newgate Street and explore the wonderful, unique, independent businesses in this wonderful setting.

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GIVE SOMEONE POWER OF ATTORNEY… BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE Lasting Powers of Attorney are invaluable documents as part of the overall planning of your estate as managing your financial affairs can become more difficult as you get older. If a person is unable to manage their affairs due to mental incapacity and they have not made a valid Enduring or Lasting Power of Attorney, their assets will be frozen as no one (including their spouse and children) has the authority to deal with them.

At this point someone will need to apply to the Court of Protection to be appointed as the person’s Deputy. The Court will then authorize the Deputy to deal with the person’s affairs in a certain manner. This is a very time consuming (around 6 months) and expensive (in the region of £1,750) process. This situation can be simply avoided through the making of a Lasting Power of Attorney.

By making a Lasting Power of Attorney you can decide whom you would like to manage your affairs in the event that you are unable to do so either due to physical or mental incapacity.

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HITTING THE RIGHT NOTE BUSINESSES ACROSS THE NORTH EAST AND BEYOND ARE NOW ABLE TO HIT THE RIGHT NOTE WITH THEIR TEAM-BUILDING EXERCISES – BY WRITING AND RECORDING THEIR OWN COMPANY ANTHEM.

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ne Day Anthem has brought together writers, producers and singers who have worked with some of the biggest names in showbiz, including Taylor Swift, Basement Jaxx, Sam Smith and Elbow.

They spend one day with employees, where together they write and record a unique song to sum up the business.

One Day Anthem director Will Lang, who set up the business from his home in North Shields, said there is no better way of raising morale and bringing people together than making music.

Will said: “I have been involved in all kinds of musical projects for the past decade, working with people from all walks of life, including being asked to speak in Westminster on how musical experiences in people’s everyday life increase engagement and well-being.

“There is so much research which shows the positive effect music can have on a person’s well-being.

“I came up with One Day Anthem because I see music as an ideal way of bringing employees together, whatever their role or status in a company, to build bonds and celebrate where they work.

“By going into businesses and singing and making music together, I really believe we can help de-stress workers and make a positive impact on their mental health.

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“This is team-building with a difference, and I can’t wait to work with more businesses across the region as we grow and grow!”

Will’s team go into businesses of any size and start with a blank page.

After picking a theme and a genre, groups go through a guided song-writing process, where they write the lyrics to their anthem, sing and even play instruments.

By the end of the day businesses are left with their own recorded anthem, with all the pop studio magic, which they can use for their own purposes, whether it be for a TV advert, product launch or just for fun.

Will added: “Teams come away from the day stronger, closer and more connected - imagine what that motivated, high-performing team will achieve.

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By the end of the day businesses are left with their own recorded anthem, with all the pop studio magic, which they can use for their own purposes, whether it be for a TV advert, product launch or just for fun.

“Businesses leave with a fully mixed and mastered track and accompanying film as a lasting keepsake of the day they channelled your inner Ed Sheeran, and possibly even air-grabbed for the first time.

“It really is team building like no other.”

Anna Jenner, 33, took part in a One Day Anthem training event. She said: “I’ve done a lot of Team Building days, but none as interesting or fun as this one.

“By taking away business-based activities and replacing them with these creative ones it doesn’t matter what the participants do in their day job, or what rank they are, as this format creates a level playing field.

“Because One Day Anthem is creativity-based, I feel it fosters a more natural team spirit which is, after all, what a team building day is all about!”

Chairman of North Shields Chamber of Commerce Miles Walton said: “There are so many benefits of team-building, but in this case the business will also end up with something that can be used for marketing, and any methods like this to attract customers to a business are a good thing.

“This seems like a really unusual and innovative way of helping businesses to get people through the door.”

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NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN FOR AGE TAKES CENTRE STAGE PEOPLE’S AWARDS

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very year Age UK North Tyneside host the Age Takes Centre Stage festival, a month long festival held throughout October to recognise and celebrate older age.

As part of this festival a programme of groups, events and activities are delivered across the borough of North Tyneside to showcase what is available in the local area for people aged 50+ to get involved in to help improve their health and wellbeing. From line dancing, to arts and crafts, walks and strolls and competitions, events and activities are hosted by a range of organisations including charities and local businesses.

Launching this year the Age Takes Centre Stage People’s Awards will celebrate the achievements of local people aged 50+ living and working in North Tyneside. These awards are designed to recognise the accomplishments and contributions of local people in line with the ‘5 Ways to Wellbeing’ to celebrate the ways in which local older people are making more of life. The People’s Awards highlight the many organisations, projects, centres and activities in North Tyneside that are helping to promote better health and wellbeing, reduce loneliness and isolation, and enabling people to love later life.

To submit a nomination and for nomination criteria and guidance, please either visit www.ageuk.org.uk/ northtyneside, email: Emily.houlder@ageuknorthtyneside. org.uk, or call 0191 2877012. Closing date for entries is 31st August 2018 46

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Connect – in recognition of someone whose work has contributed to bringing their community together Be Active – to celebrate someone’s sporting achievement, health and fitness milestone or overcoming barriers to improve their health and wellbeing.

Take Notice – to recognise the contribution someone has made in campaigning for change and supporting the local community through an act of kindness or neighbourliness.

Keep Learning – in acknowledgement of someone’s educational accomplishment, skill development and learning experience.

Give – to thank an individual or group for their fundraising triumphs or impact they have made to a local organisation through volunteering.

All nominees and nominators will be invited to an award ceremony on board the DFDS King of Seaways docked at North Shields Quayside in October to celebrate their achievements.

If you would also be interested in hosting an event for this year’s festival please use the contact details to your left for further information. You will find the event booking form on our website or should you have any questions please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Watch out for the festival programme and posters due for release in September 2018 for information about groups, events and activities near you.

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EXPERIENCE: David Taylor, founder of SkyDog has used his years of experience in dog behaviour to make the Centre an enriching place to be.

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The SkyDog Centre offers daycare in an innovative new way, coupled with daily training sessions, trainer led games and many carefully selected activities throughout the day to ensure all dogs receive individually tailored care depending on their requirements. Everything about the way the centre is designed is focused on how the dogs brain works.

As new dogs walk in they meet the ‘scent board’ which contains the scents from all the dogs staying at the centre to facilitate smooth social introductions.

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The Centre boasts half an acre of enclosed private land including agility zones, training areas, sandpits, 48

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Initially Jo Jingles will introduce it’s fun and educational music, singing and movement classes within Crossgates Extra Care Scheme and Cedar Grove Wellbeing Centre.

Kerry Parker. Head of Professional Care Services said “we’re delighted and proud to welcome Jo Jingles to our customers. EveryDay as a care provider wants to be at the forefront of innovative new ways to reduce social isolation, loneliness and of course bring joy, happiness and a sense of wellbeing. Music provides positive mental stimulation for both young and older generations and we feel that our customer’s motor, communication, cognitive and social/emotional skills will benefit from this interaction with the young and their parents” In recent year Jo Jingles has brought children and parents into care settings to provide intergenerational music and singing sessions. These activities help to generate a music centred environment enabling participants to feel part of the community in which they reside.

There is an abundance of research available supporting the claim that providing activities involving different age groups has significant health benefits for those involved.

Growing older doesn’t necessarily mean having to lose an

interest in activities enjoyed as a child and hearing music can often stimulate very strong and meaningful memories.

For many young children, exposure and familiarity with the older generation may, for a variety of reasons, be infrequent or non-existent.

The same applies to the older generation who may not have regular contact with their grandchildren or families for one reason or another.

EveryDay is working hard to support the #endlonelinessinnorthtyneside campaign by introducing more activities to engage older people. Loneliness is a bigger problem than simply an emotional experience.

Research shows that loneliness and social isolation are harmful to health.

According to a study by the Red Cross in partnership with Co-op, more than nine million adults in the UK are often or always lonely. Research from the Office for National Statistics also found that about one in 20 people always or often felt lonely.

There are currently over 850, 000 people living with dementia in the UK. It is more vital than ever to find effective activities to enhance the quality of life of people who are living with dementia. This along with the suite of activities already in place for EveryDay customers looks to unlock memories and reach the parts of the brain which other forms of communication cannot reach.

For more information on EveryDay visit www.everydayuk.org For information on Jo Jingles visit www.jojingles.com/ newcastleupontyne

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