Pontefract March 2014
Issue No. 02
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Editors Letter… Welcome to your new look Pontefract Arrow magazine. Due to ill health, Anita is no longer able to continue with the Review publications, I am sure you will join us in wishing Anita the very best of luck at what must be a very difficult time for her and her family and thanking her for Carolyn, Julie & Michelle! the contribution she has made to her community in helping to promote local business. Arrow Publications Ltd is a Doncaster based business which has produced community magazines for over 8 years. All of the Review magazines will follow the same branding as the other Arrow Magazines and we have a website where the magazines can be viewed monthly at www.arrowpublications.co.uk. The company is made up of 3 directors, Michelle Sidebottom, Julie Morrell and Carolyn Grant, all 3 of us are working Mums and set the business up when our children were very young. They are all well and truly settled into school so we now have the time to grow our business so we really do hope you continue to support us in the same way you supported Anita. There will be some changes, we are VAT registered, (nothing we can do about that I’m afraid!) the magazine will be full colour and we will encourage local community information and news of any regular group meetings or special charity events, so please get in touch if you would like to share your news with us. The local Primary Schools have been asked for articles monthly so that’s also another thing to look forward to. We really need your feedback and delivery of the magazines are crucial to the success of the magazine for both ourselves and our advertisers. If you don’t receive your magazine, or know someone who doesn’t receive a copy who should, please contact me as soon as possible on the details below so I can rectify the problem. Our delivery staff work long and hard to deliver the magazines but errors do occur from time to time. The deadline for the April issue will be Wednesday 3rd April and the April issue will be delivered from Friday 11th April. Farewell for now, and I hope to hear from you soon.
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Spend some time with your Mum This Mothers Day
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ed up with flowers and chocolates as the usual choice for Mother’s Day gifts? Are you looking for something a bit different? Something with a bit more meaning….
As we all know, spending quality time with Mum is normally an occasional treat, a chat over coffee and cake or maybe Sunday Lunch. When it comes to Mothers Day we look to buy a little something to show our appreciation. The Ramblers is encouraging people to treat their Mum to a stroll in the great out doors. What ever your thing, whether it be a gentle stroll taking in the scenery or a more challenging trek, the time spent with your Mum will become a treasured memory. I remember the first (and last) time I climbed a mountain I was with my Mum. It was also her first climb and although we did not have to scramble on all fours, the sense of achievement was amazing and to have shared that moment was very special. The scenery was breath taking and the picnic was guilt free!
Some local routes to try Historical Walk round Lepton and Kirkheaton No 5
4.8km/3.0 miles—2 hours Leisurely This walk takes in west/south of Lepton over Cowmes Common and land owned by the Dartmouth family. It passes up Rowley Lane, before returning on one of the ancient lanes through Lepton's open field system. Two alternatives routes are included. Heron way—2 Wadworth Yorks Members only
9.3km/5.8 miles—2 hours 30 mins Moderate This is a pleasant walk, mostly along tracks, some within Wadworth Woods and some in open countryside. There are a couple of short sections on road, although only one of these Long Gate - can be a busy road.
No matter what your Mum’s fitness level, there is sure to be a route which suits her ability as they all come with a difficulty rating. There is lots of information about the routes so you can check out which walk would be best before venturing out. This can of course be done for free as the Ramblers website offers many routes free of charge, or you can purchase a membership for your Mum which opens up over 45,000 group led walks every year, full access to Ramblers routes, quarterly editions of Walk magazine and more. For details, visit www.ramblers.org.uk/gift
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Meet Jason Beaumont BHSc hons, MCSP, HCPC, AACP, Physiotherapist & Clinical Director of Regeneration Physiotherapy Ltd. Combining years of experience in general and elite sport, Leeds NHS Teaching Hospitals’ trauma departments and the private physiotherapy sector, you can rest assured that you are in safe hands and your treatment will be comprehensive and caring. Jason works for some high profile sports people and is currently the head Physiotherapist for the England Women Rugby Football League team and his skills are used by the English Institute of sport, GB Boxing and the Professional Squash Association. Further to his extensive experience, Jason is currently studying an MSc in Sports Injury Rehabilitation. As Chartered, State Registered Physiotherapists, Regeneration Physiotherapy provide a full assessment and discuss your problem(s) and concerns. You will receive expert professional advice and treatment in a pleasant, comfortable environment. At Regeneration Physiotherapy, their key aim is to diagnose and treat your problems, invigorate your wellbeing and help you achieve your goals for a happy, healthy lifestyle. Having excellent working relationships with local GP practices and surgical teams throughout Yorkshire enables prompt and direct medical referrals, whether you are with the NHS or a private patient. Further reassurance that your condition will be dealt with efficiently and effectively. Gait Analysis and strength assessments can performed at local gym facilities and strength and conditioning programs can be designed to help you regain your well being.
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We believe in a ‘hands on’ patient centred approach to Physiotherapy, utilising the best evidence based techniques. We specialise in the assessment, treatment and management of musculoskeletal pain & dysfunction. Regeneration Physiotherapy is here to help you optimise your abilities, achieve your goals and lead a happy healthy lifestyle.
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So You Don’t Think You Can Have… A Palm Tree You don’t need to live in the Mediterranean to own a stunning Palm tree! It seems that everyone I speak to about Palm trees that comes into Bentley’s thinks Palm trees are just for summer and need to be in warm climates, this is not true. I think this fallacy is because we mainly see Palm trees when we are on holiday. The Trachycarpus Palm and Chamaerops Palm are very hardy and will manage temperatures as low as minus twenty. Most Palm trees are from very inhospitable places where one minute it’s really wet and the next very dry, very windy (that’s why the leaves have fingers so the wind blows through them) or no wind or very hot one minute (up to 45 degrees) and very cold the next. In short Palm trees are very adaptable and take very little to look after. Palm trees come in many sizes and shapes. All are stunning and give great dramatics to any space. They don’t just come in many sizes but in all price ranges. We stock palms from £20 up to £500 so if you would like some advice on buying a Palm tree, just drop in and we will only be too pleased to advise you. A Mini Orchard Now I am the first to admit that I have never found fruit trees exciting, nor have I ever wanted an orchard but it seems that fruit trees are more than just a few trees in what looks like an old field/ unkempt lawn area (orchard). Until you have read up on Espaliering (grow flat/space saving) or Patio fruit trees, you wont realise that a fruit tree can be a great addition to any space; patio, deck, wall or even used to create a hedge. The only problem with fruit trees is that for a few months of the year, they look like a dead twig, but once they start to blossom, they look stunning and the scent from the blossom is fantastic, and on top of your patio Apple, Pear, Plum, Cherry tree looking and smelling great it will give you a real crop of fruit. Normally the fruit is larger than fruit from an adult tree and it grows more fruit. Just imagine, you’re sat on your patio in your relaxed space (we helped you create) with all the great products, plants and planters, plus free design advice from Bentleys and you reach over and pluck a ripe fresh Apple from your patio Apple tree. You may well have not thought about this! Come see us at Bentley’s and we will show you many more things…….You Didn’t think you could have. Bentleys of Pontefract, Outdoor Lifestyle Centre, Wakefield Road, Pontefract. We’re just by the main lights in Pontefract (Look for the Palm trees and Olive trees). Open Tuesday – Sunday. So much to see and so much free advice and help. PLUS we deliver everything FREE.
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