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R UTL A N D & MA RKET HA RBOR OUGH LIVING

MAY CONTENTS W W W . B E S T L O C A L L I V I N G . C O . U K

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’m sure most you will all know by now that I am partial to my food and this has been etched for eternity as my great friend, and colleague, Amander recently gave me a beautifully unique birthday present of a calligraphied (is that a word?) oil on canvas that described ‘me’ – food was a main feature but in particular, cheese. Now I don’t know where she gets this idea from but having looked over this month’s issue, I do enthuse about the cheese menu at Barnsdale Hall on page 43. Also, I have initiated a new summer pub feature this month…add this to the fabulous musings of Matt Wright – our new food guru, whom I revere, and I think perhaps my obsession could be affecting my work! And why not as we are, truly, spoilt for choice with Michelin restaurants and gastro pubs abundant in our region. I am a fan of the garden centre too – Ashwell is my nearest and so I am biased, but what a friendly atmosphere and soup to die for!

Otter’s Deli is also close by and Leo stocks all my favourite French cheeses (ah more evidence) and I have recently discovered a pâté he imports from Paris. Not good for the waist line but longer dog walks help!

There is also plenty of local produce – dare I say Lincolnshire Poacher is a staple in our house?

So I urge you to treat yourselves and try out some of our fabulous eateries and delis this summer – prices have really come down of late and value for money is right on our doorstep.

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Editor’s Choice

The great British baking phenomenon!

Fashion

The Catwalk comes to Catmose with Simon Cawthorne

Perspectives

A celebration of local authors

11 Shops and services

Family Run Businesses in Rutland

14 Days Out

Leicester Uncovered

16 Perspectives

A Night at the Movies

19 Motoring

How much does it cost to run a car?

22 Recipe

A speedy summer special with Sean Hope

24 Food and Drink

Meet the Brewster

28 Eating Out

Summer pubs

31 Eating Out

The White Horse, Empingham and Oundle Mill Reopens

33 Shops and Services

A day out in Market Harborough

36 Health and Beauty

The Colours of Summer

Abigail

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Late in • Hambleton Open Gardens, Bank Holiday Monday 6th May, 10am to 5pm Refreshments all day including lunches in the Village Hall. Stalls and Art Exhibition, £4 entry. Parking and children free • Hambleton music event, 1st June renowned BBC concert organist Robert Gower and young musicians Katie Marshall (vocalist) and Eleanor Wood (cellist) will be giving an organ recital and concert in St Andrews church. Tickets for the concert £14 from Music & More, Melton Road, Oakham and tickets with supper £24 from Gail Griffin on Tel: 01572 722439 • Lyddington Village Fete, 18th May, 1.30pm. Stalls, Gretton Silver Band, cakes and more.

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What’s on in our region this month

James Brewer, acclaimed garden designer and extreme sports fan

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The May Bank Holiday Burghley Game & Country Fair, Home Straight in Rutland expands, The Greenhouse Café and Garden Centre at the Langton Farm Shop

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THE GREAT RUTLAND BAKE OFF What with Hableton Bakery winning Britain’s Best Bakery and the country awash with novice pastry chefs, I am feeling nostalgic for old fashioned cooking.

Not that I am a chef – I would rather buy my items ready made!

So how about this Fruit and Almond Tart (£1.80) or Date and Walnut loaf, perfect with cheese, for £3.20 from Hambleton Bakery itself?

I adore this ‘Talking Tables Pastries & Pearls Birdcage Cake Stand’ for £15 from John Lewis and this ‘Bake More Cake Slogan Tea Towel’ at £6

Johanna’s Patiserie recently won Best New Business Award of the Year at the Stamford and Rutland Business Awards and I can see why. Try these Macaroons, 3 for £2 or perhaps this chocolate truffle cake at £3 a slice – many other temptations in store.

To transport to a picnic how about this cake tin from Marks and Spencer?

And for more success stories: hirst & hirst have been recognised as one of the “greats” of gift retailing by reaching the final of the 2013 national retail ‘Greats’ awards in the best newcomer (North & Scotland) category so what about the letter press cookie cutters at £14.99 or this oven mitt with love one side and cake the other! £14 each.

FOR ALL BUDDING CAKE ENTHUSIASTS, UNDER THE AGE OF 18, SEE OUR CUP CAKE COMPETITION ON PAGE 28.

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FASHION

Catwalk comes to Catmose!

Vanessa Hollander discovers that London is not the only place for dedicated followers of fashion and that we have our very own catwalk stars right here in Rutland

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ondon Fashion Week, held in February and September each year, is one of the big four fashion weeks. The world’s top designers showcase what we’ll all be wearing for the forthcoming season. A world away from our small county you’d think, but that isn’t so.

Some of our brightest talents have taken part in the madness that is Fashion Week, not least Frankie Inverarity, signature stylist at Oakham’s premier salon, Simon Cawthorne. Frankie was part of the TIGI session team made up of 10 stylists from all over the country and specially selected to work on the hair for designer catwalk shows. Fresh from her catwalk experience, Frankie shows how you can achieve the very latest catwalk looks with hair and make-up and team them with the most fabulous designer brands available at our very own Cavells in Oakham – quite literally bringing the catwalk to Catmose!

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ur first look is based upon the styles Frankie created at the Christopher Raeburn show. Using TIGI Session Series products (available to buy at Simon Cawthorne) she creates texture in the hair using Salt Spray throughout. Then she uses Silk Spray on the back section, applied to dry hair, to give more texture. The sides are sleeked back using a Mason&Pearson brush and then set in place using Finishing hairspray.

Jessica Nurse, our make-up artist, used MAC products and recreated the slightly dewy, fresh based look inspired by the Chanel shows. The eyes were left very bare with strong pink lips providing the pop of colour.

To complete the look, a beautiful yet understated gathered print dress from Michael Kors (£195) from Cavells.

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ur second, more daytime, casual look is based upon the styles showcased at the Mark Fast show. Frankie first sprayed Grace’s hair with dry shampoo, before plaiting several sections of hair. After plaiting, more dry shampoo is applied to each individual plait to create the soft, messy look that was seen on the catwalks. Each plait is then loosely pulled out and pinned onto the head in different places to create this fabulous, naturally boho look.

Again, Jessica left Grace’s eyes fairly bare, applied a peachy blusher to her cheeks and a pretty, yet strong peach shade to her lips to create a fresh, natural look.

To match the casual look, we put Grace in neon coral J Brand jeans (£199) and a pretty printed, strappy top from Day Birger (£130) from Cavells. Necklace, models own.

STOCKISTS: Cavells, Oakham – 01572 770372, www.cavells.co.uk Simon Cawthorne, Oakham – 01572 722774 – www.simoncawthorne.com for TIGI products and Signature Stylist, Frankie Jessica Nurse, Make Up Artist – www.jessicanurse.co.uk Daniel Arab, Photographer – www.danarab.com With thanks to : Simon Cawthorne and his team, not least Frankie Daniel Arab, our brilliant photographer Jessica Nurse, our incredibly talented make-up artist Grace Hodge, our beautiful model - I know she will go far, so look out for her!

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Write On – A celebration of local authors Did you know this region was blessed with so many talented writers? Amander Meade speaks to some recently published local authors making their presence felt across all literary genres

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ppingham based author Michaela Morgan has written over one hundred and forty books during her thirty year career and her latest offering has caused quite a stir, having been shortlisted for the prestigious BBC Blue Peter Book Award. “Walter Tull’s Scrapbook is based on the truly remarkable story of the grandson of a slave brought up in an orphanage.

Walter overcame many personal obstacles to become not only the first black professional outfield footballer but the first black officer in the British Army. It’s such an inspiring story and I am so pleased it has been well received. It’s especially great for schools with the centenary of the First World War next year.”

Michaela also writes for younger children and loves visiting schools to share her books with primary age audiences. “Rutland is such an inspiring place to live – so quiet and friendly. I love living here and spending time hatching more and more poems and stories.”

Rutland sisters Beth and Lucy Cortese have collaborated on their first book for children with the story by Beth and illustrations by Fine Art graduate Lucy. ‘Buttercup and Her Many Legged Friends’ contains two stories and follows the adventures of Buttercup, a yellow Fiat Panda, Evan a hairy nosed insect enthusiast, Wilfred Wingstripe, an ex-army wasp and Sue, the acrobatic spider. Beth explains how the characters developed, “The character of Buttercup was inspired by my own car which tends to attract wasps and for a while there was a spider living on the wing mirror. I wanted to write about a friendly spider and a charismatic wasp so that people would be less afraid of them. Evan, the owner of the car, is an environmentalist. It was great to have Lucy as an illustrator as she

Directory: Walter Tull’s Scrapbook (Frances Lincoln) is available from www. amazon.co.uk ‘Buttercup and Her Many Legged Friends’ is available to order from www.rowanvalebooks.com and from www.amazon.co.uk ‘Elementals’ is available from Uppingham Sports & Books, Walkers of Oakham and Stamford and in kindle format from www.amazon.co.uk

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is such a talented artist. She quickly created each character and she is particularly good at drawing cars! The book is humorous and helps promote discussion about the environment as well as being fun to read.”

Currently still in her third year at university, Beth is working on her next book about the adventures of a cuddly moose called Minty – we can’t wait.

Sebastian Keightley has recently published his first novel under the pen name Sebastian Rubinstein: “Elementals is the story of a teenage boy caught in the centre of an extraordinary battle.” Written for a teenage audience, it appeals particularly to boys aged between twelve and eighteen but lots of girls are enjoying it too. Seb began writing the story when he was only fourteen, finishing it just before his eighteenth birthday and is currently working on his second novel which he hopes to publish this year.

Oakham based Rob Scotton is the bestselling author and illustrator behind the ‘Russell the Sheep’ series and the popular ‘Splat the Cat’ character – star of children’s books and a bestselling collection of pottery from Portmeirion. Rob’s work can also be found on greetings cards, ceramics, textiles, prints, stationery and glassware.

Former Rutlander Jane Minshall, who writes under the name of Jae De Wylde, found huge success with her first novel ‘The Thinking Tank’ which reached the top thirty in Amazon’s women’s fiction chart. The story is based around a mother and daughter relationship and now appears on the AS-Level syllabus. Jane is always willing to discuss her novel at reading groups and in schools.

Contact Sebastian via his website at www.sebastianrubinstein.org.uk Books by Rob Scotton including the Russell the Sheep (Harper Collins) and Splat the Cat series are available at www.amazon.co.uk.

Contact the author at www.robscotton.co.uk ‘The Thinking Tank’ is available at www.amazon.co.uk Contact Jane at www.jaedewylde.com

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S H OPS A ND SE RVICE S

Family Friendly Amander Meade visits some of the region’s best loved family businesses and asks, “What is the best and worst thing about working with your nearest and dearest?”

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ongratulations to husband and wife team, Kay and Dave from Savvi Travel who have recently been invited to join the very prestigious Association of Independent Tour Operators (AITO). Look out too for their new Travel Club and brand new website. Dave: “Best thing about working with Kay is that I’m with her every day; worst thing? I’m with her every day!”

Jo Dickens and her mother Gerry run Coco Shoes. Their summer tip? Gorgeous Paul Green trainers. Jo said: “We love working together. If there is a ‘worst thing’ it might be that we tend to be extra considerate with each other’s feelings – not such a bad thing really.”

Baubles & Bangles is run by Mark and Lynne Tempest with their elder daughter Sami. Call in to browse the brand new ranges in accessories, shoes, clothing and jewellery for spring and summer. Lynne said: “Family are one hundred per cent reliable but always expect the largest discount!”

For over twenty years, Sam and John Hathaway have worked together at their business Rutland Tile & Stone – a great place to seek out friendly advice on wall and floor tiles as well as inspiration for the whole home.

Sam: “It’s nice to empathise with each other after a difficult day, but tricky to take time off together and work can encroach onto family time.”

Barefoot Flooring is a brand new family run business based in Oakham. Mark and Lisa supply and fit all kinds of flooring to suit all budgets and provide a ‘menu’ of services including removing existing flooring and taking it away replacing all furniture – brilliant. Lisa: “It’s great to have a common goal but you don’t get away with fibbing to the boss or skiving!”

Andy and Jo at hirst & hirst Living can supply a range of unusual furnishings for the home, gadgets and quirky accessories you just can’t resist. Andy: “My wife reins in my wilder ideas – that’s a good thing. The worst thing?

Changing from co-directors to mum and dad in the space of half an hour!”

Linda, Peter and Tom all assume different roles at Swans of Oakham, and manage to get along very well together. Famous for their antique French beds and exceptional service, they provide a warm welcome to browsers.

Peter: “The best thing about working with family is that they can’t phone in sick and their loyalty is guaranteed. The worst thing is that they also expect holidays and payment!”

Married couple Rita and her husband Shushil own the multi award winning Sonara Studios and have been delighting customers with their photography for over fifteen years. “Newest trends are capturing the very first days of newborn babies and birthday portraits for all

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Fords of Oakham has been run by generations of the same family for over two hundred years. The store is much loved for its huge selection of home wares, clothing and toys as well as a reputation for excellent customer care. Juliana White said: “It’s great to have family support but we have never had a holiday all together – something we would really love to do.”

All Water Solutions, a plumbing company with a bespoke bathroom and wet room showroom in Uppingham, specialise in all plumbing, central heating works and fully project managed installation. Good points: Lisa: “Both pulling together and working towards a common goal. Bad points: The business can be all consuming and it is difficult to have any down time.”

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A Day Out In…

Leicester

ART & CULTURE

Leicester Museum in New Walk A charming museum, and if Egyptology or dinosaurs are your thing, a ‘must visit’ place.

There are also often good exhibitions and a small, but interesting permanent collection of paintings and Picasso ceramics.

Street architecture Look up at the architecture south of Highcross and you will see a fine Victorian town (it was one of Europe’s wealthiest cities in the 19th century).

Isaac Barradale was one of the city’s most notable Victorian architects. He was described by Pevsner as “arguably the finest architect of the Arts and Crafts movement in the country”. He designed the building that is now Fenwick’s department store in Market Street and the one directly opposite.

He is best known in our patch for being the architect of Hambleton Hall. Find out more about him at www.leicesterchronicler.com/ barradale.htm Fenwick’s

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Leicester has changed – whether it be the huge and impressive Highcross development on one side or the new Curve Theatre at the heart of the Cultural Quarter on the other, the two areas seem to have given new energy to everything in between – so many new galleries, restaurants, bars and independent retailers have popped up in recent years. Nicholas Rudd-Jones looked at the city with fresh eyes WHAT TO SEE AND DO

Richard III exhibition at the Guildhall Few of us failed to be moved by the discovery of Richard III’s remains in a car park in the centre of Leicester or ‘the hunchback under the hatchbacks’ as one journalist rather cruelly put it. The Guildhall, just behind the cathedral, hosts a major exhibition telling the story of King Richard III, his life and times and the search for his lost remains. It is open daily from 11am-4,30pm and is free.

Take a look at the famous Turkey Café, an art nouveau style building at 24 Granby Street, designed in 1901 by Arthur Wakerley, another eminent Leicester architect. It was built for restaurateur John Winn, who already owned several cafés in the city, each with a different theme. Wakerley founded lots of café’s as he was a member of the temperance movement. He put a turkey right at the top of the building and the ceramics were made by William Neatby of Doulton & Company.

For a more general review of the architecture of the city, take a look at the excellent http:// www.jonestheplanner.co.uk/2011/02/urbanimpressions-leicester-city.html The Curve Theatre Rutland St www.curveonline.co.uk This has been a massive success story for Leicester since it opened four years ago. There is almost always something of interest to go and see there, and it’s also visually stunning.

Leicester Cathedral dates back to the 10th century, but only became a cathedral in 1927 when Leicester became a Diocese.

Richard III’s remains are expected to be interred there in early 2014.

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Showcase Cinema Deluxe Leicester Highcross This cinema really is a treat, with huge seats, even sofas in one auditorium. If you love the movies, you will love them even more here.

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SHOPPING DISCOVERIES

Leicester Highcross The John Lewis end is very agreeable and includes plenty of fashion shops and also an Apple store. The Whitewall Gallery, 9 Bathhouse Lane, exhibits everyone from top international artists to the best of the up and coming local talent.

World Peace Café

GETTING THERE AND PARKING

I find the simplest is to park at Highcross John Lewis Car Park on the northen ring road, on the basis that access is straightforward and you are bound to want something from John Lewis on the way out.

The train station is about a 15-minute walk from the centre and is an easy and pleasant way to get there on the Peterborough to Leicester line.

PIT STOPS The Lanes The Lanes, just south of Highcross, are perfect for browsing for avant garde and original stuff.

Try Amabyss on the High Street for gifts & jewellery. Visit Harlequin in Loseby Lane for fantastic furnishings and inspiration for the home; and Polly’s, a treasure trove of women’s fashion.

The Leicester Market, Indoor & Outdoor, is an institution not to be missed, at the south side of the Lanes in the Market Place. It is full of produce, meat & fish and also all sorts of other goods. Find out much more about it at www. leicestermarket.co.uk

World Peace Café, 17 Guildhall Lane.

Opposite the cathedral, this was a real discovery. Part of a Buddhist Meditation Centre, it is run by volunteers from around the world. They serve tasty homemade food - warmed wraps and ciabattas, giant jacket potatoes, salads, special meals and homemade soup. A quirky, friendly and relaxed atmosphere.

Vintage Tea Room and Crafts Leicester Indoor Market, Level C. A charming. nononsense tea room with a light and airy feel overlooking the market.

ES C A L P T A E O T

Kayal Restaurant at 153, Granby St www. kayalrestaurant.com serves authentic South Indian food and is convenient for the Curve Maiyango Hotel – see focus The Good Earth, 19 Free Lane, just off Halford St. It’s a vegetarian only restaurant and has been around for over 40 years at the same venue. Food is fantastic and all home cooked.

The usual chains in Leicester Highcross include Yo Sushi, Wagamama and the Handmade Burger Co., all perfect for the cinema.

Leicester New Walk

Curve has a well-rated café; you are welcome whether you are seeing a show or not.

“The Leicester Market, Indoor & Outdoor, is an institution not to be missed, at the south side of the Lanes in the Market Place.”

Shivalli, 21 Welford Rd (close to New Walk) www. shivallirestaurant.com Indian vegetarian of the highest quality.

No frills, the lunchtime buffet for £4.95 a head is a steal.

A good website for further information on Leicester is www.visitleicester.info . Under ‘Plan your Trip’ there is a really excellent town map that can be downloaded.

The Market

Focus on Hotel Maiyango

Amander Meade writes: “Maiyango offers a very enjoyable dining experience in the Moroccan-inspired surroundings. We enjoyed three delicious courses – Guy loved the Pickled Ginger and Grapefruit Cured Scottish Salmon with Watercress Salad and a warm Fennel Seed Loaf to start, whilst my main course of Spiced Fillet of Sea Bass with King Prawns and Braised Wild Rice with Shellfish Sauce was prepared to perfection and truly delicious. Whilst I tucked into Dark Chocolate and Orange Tart with White Chocolate Anglaise and Chocolate Chip Ice Cream, Guy sampled a selection of Fine Cheese with Grapes and Celery with Homemade Bread – both were highly commended.

Independently owned and operated by young hotelier Aatin Anadkat, the hotel sets its standards of service beyond the levels of large group-owned chains. “Our aim is to ensure every aspect of your experience surpasses your expectations and we deliver a memorable experience. We also take great pride in being an ethical and environmentally friendly company.”

Aatin’s refreshing attitude and vision are evident in the development of the business too – he has recently launched Maiyango Kitchen Deli just a couple of doors away, providing homemade breads, patisserie goods, and a range of preserves – all made using locally sourced ingredients and created by the hotel restaurant team.”

Contact: Hotel Maiyango, 13-21 St Nicholas Place, Leicester LE1 4LD Tel: 0116 251 88 98 www.maiyango.com Lunch and dinner • Thanks to www.ellideanphotography.co.uk for many of the pictures and Amander Meade for ‘local knowledge’.

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PE R SPE CT IVE S

A Night at the Movies Caroline Aston remembers ‘the good old days’

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fell in love with movies from the first moment I entered the long-vanished County Cinema in Oakham High Street. The place had a smell all its own, a nostril-tickling blend of old cigarette smoke impregnating the seat upholstery, whiffs of past patrons’ perfumes and something indefinable which I called ‘Eau de Cinema’.

The tip -up seats squeaked when moved and interval icecreams and orange juice in plastic cartons were sold off a dimly lit tray. That tray was slung across the ample bosom of the same stalwart lady who had sold you your ticket and conducted you by torchlight to your slightly dusty seat. How different, how very different to today’s multi plex palaces of film with ensuite hotdog bars and eyewateringly expensive drums of calorific popcorn!

The Stamford Mercury for 20th May 1925 reported that Captain Guy Dawson had been granted a licence to open Oakham’s first cinema – news indeed! And anyone who visits the auction salerooms not far from Tesco’s in Oakham is travelling back in time because this corrugated iron building was originally the ‘Picture House’. It opened with a showing of ‘White Rose of England’ on Saturday 30th May 1925: first-nighters were presented with white roses to mark the occasion. Two hundred and fifty customers could be accommodated and seats cost from 6d to 1/6d (the cheapest ones being bottom-numbing wooden forms right at the front!) There were two flickeringly silent shows a night plus a Saturday matinee. It has to be said that corrugated iron roofing and torrential rain or hail storms don’t mix well: the accompanying piano and later soundtracks could be drowned out by the noise from above!

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audience numbers: screenings were cut to three times a week and the top seat prices went up to 1/9d. Captain Dawson threw in the commercial sponge in 1934 when Bob Salt bought the operation for £410 at a Victoria Hall auction. A year later Mr Salt’s application for licence renewal was rejected for some unknown reason – but by then he already had a finger in the pie of a new cinema, The Regal, which had opened its doors about 100 yards away in what was then William Dalby Street.

Although the old Picture House was mentioned in the Kinematograph Year Books of 1936-38 it wasn’t functioning as a cinema – the last film to grace its far from silver screen was ‘Alexander Hamilton’ starring horse-faced actor, George Arliss.

The Regal’s first programme was popular star Cicily Courtneidge (she made 11 hit British films in the 30’s) plus the immortal Laurel and Hardy in ‘Scram!’ The Regal could hold 480 with a balcony of 100 de-luxe seats costing an outrageous 2 bob (20p) a time! Bob Salt seems to have been running things along with two brothers called Norfolk but by 1938 they disappeared into history and Thomas Black was

the boss.

The final Oakham cinema was built in late 1939 as the dark clouds of war gathered.

Known as the Regent it stood opposite what is now Wilkinsons store in the High Street. A classic art-deco design it had state of the arts Holophane stage lighting and RCA Photophonic sound and lots of festooned sateen curtains, a real picture palace which was packed during the Second World War. It was so busy that the Regal applied for a Sunday licence so it could hold the overflow of servicemen and women who flocked to the films. Regal and Regent (renamed the County in 1943) co-existed for seven years but the Regal finally bit the dust in July 1948: its final show was ‘Holiday in Mexico’ plus an uplifting little thing called ‘Bikini Atom Island’! The building stood derelict for years before being demolished during the 70’s as part of a redevelopment that gave us William Dalby Walk.

The County continued to entertain for decades. Cinemascope was installed in the 1950’s and punters thrilled to the warbling of a technicolour Edmund Purdom in ‘The Student Prince’. It was even the venue for several Oakham School Speech Days before the building of the Barraclough Hall.

Several changes of ownership ensued and at one point bingo was on offer as well as movies but not even a 4000 name petition, which the 14 year old daughter of a staff member organised, could save it from closure. The end finally came on 9th July 1988 and its death was mourned by generations of Rutlanders who had queued up and frequently courted once ensconced on a musty double seat in the back row – those were the days, eh...

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So just how much does a car cost to run?

Do you know how much of your disposable income you spend on running your car?

The chances are that you don’t. Ashley Martin does the sums

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ata from the Office of National Statistics suggests that the average household spends more on transport per week than anything else excluding mortgage costs.

Meanwhile, for the first time, the RAC Foundation has used Office of National Statistics to calculate that some car-owning households are spending up to 31% of their disposable income on running a vehicle putting them in ‘car poverty’.

The data also reveals that the poorer the carowning household the more of their disposable income is being spent on buying and running a car.

Car-owning households with disposable income of £394 a week or more spend 14-16% of that on car-related costs, according to the RAC Foundation.

Households with less disposable income spend proportionately more of their income on car-related costs, according to the analysis of ten disposable income categories based on 2011 Office of National Statistics figures.

Those car-owning families in the lowest disposable income category - up to £167 per week - could be spending 27% (£44.40) of their weekly disposable income on motoring costs; while those with disposable income of £168£245 per week could be spending up to 31% (£52.50) on car costs.

Households with disposable weekly income between £246 and £393 are spending up to 23% on car costs, according to the figures.

The data has led the RAC Foundation to declare that the poorest 10% of car-owning households in the UK - approximately 800,000 homes - are mired in transport poverty as they are spending at least 27% of their disposable

income on buying and running a vehicle.

Meanwhile, at the top end of weekly disposable incomes - from £1,105 - the percentage of cash spent on cars reduces to 15%. Indeed the report shows that above a weekly disposable income of £394 the percentage spent on operating a car varies little.

Professor Stephen Glaister, director of the RAC Foundation, said: “We already knew transport was the single biggest area of household expenditure bar none. But this spending breakdown just for car-owning households is not normally available. It lays bare the truth about the extent of transport poverty in the UK.” The data takes into account a range of car related costs including: money spent acquiring a car, vehicle accessories, fuel, repairs and servicing, insurance, subscriptions to motoring organisations such as the AA and RAC, Vehicle Excise Duty, motoring-related fines and car parking.

According to the Office of National Statistics household (car and non-car owning) spending on transport averaged £65.70 a week out of total average income of £483.60 in 2011, the most recent year for which data is available.

The second highest category of spending was recreation and culture, at £63.90 a week - including money spent on televisions, computers, newspapers, books, leisure activities and package holidays. The third highest category of spending was housing (excluding mortgage costs), fuel and power, at £63.30 a week, followed by food and non-alcoholic drink purchases, which contributed £54.80 to weekly household expenditure.

Perhaps not surprisingly the greater a household’s income the more they spend on fuel, according to the RAC Foundation. That will almost certainly reflect both the type of journeys clocked up and the type of cars driven.

However, the continuing challenging economic conditions means that the volume of petrol and diesel purchased is falling, according to new data from HM Revenue and Customs.

In January UK petrol sales fell to the lowest tracked by Government in 23 years and diesel also fell close to its all-time low recorded in January 2009.

Edmund King, president of the AA motoring organisation says that pump prices have “broken the back of many family budgets”.

Meanwhile, a household is currently said to be in fuel poverty if it needs to spend more than 10% of its income on fuel to maintain a satisfactory heating regime - usually 21 degrees Celsius for the main living area, and 18 degrees Celsius for other occupied rooms - according to the Government.

Campaigners say there are currently six million UK families living in fuel poverty and that number could rise to nine million by 2016.

Whether or not a household is in fuel poverty is determined by a number of factors: the energy efficiency of the property, the cost of energy and household income.

Reflecting on the figures compiled by the RAC Foundation, Professor Glaister said: “There is understandable concern about home owners having to spend more than 10% of their money on heating their houses. But to most of us transport is another essential item and our outgoings on getting about eclipse all other domestic bills.”

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Sea n ’ s simple supper s

Speedy summer special Simple, rich and delicious. Sean Hope, head chef and co-owner of The Olive Branch, shares a cracker…

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eginetta is a type of pasta that looks like ribbons with wavy edges, and its name is Italian for ‘little queens’. We get our ‘little queens’ from Hambleton Bakery and they work particularly well in this rich yet summery dish, which often appears on our lunchtime menu at The Olive Branch. The classic combination of cream, smoked salmon and garden peas works beautifully, offset by the sweet, aromatic fresh dill and spikey lemon juice.

Summer is a wonderful time to enjoy seafood, and on June 11 I will be holding a two-hour cookery demonstration using lobster and crab at The Olive Branch (repeated at the Red Lion Inn, Stathern, on June 18). It’s also asparagus season, so I’ll show you a great starter using that, too. For more details on the demonstration, call 01780 410355.

Smoked salmon and garden pea reginetta, sour cream Serves 4 • 320g fresh regginetta pasta • 160g garden peas (frozen is fine) • 200g smoked salmon, roughly chopped • 2 tbsp fresh chopped dill • 150g grated Parmesan • 250m whipping cream • 250m fish or vegetable stock • Juice of 1 lemon 1. In a large saucepan, place the pasta, peas, smoked salmon, cream and stock 2. Bring to the boil and cook for three minutes 3. Add the Parmesan, lemon juice and chopped dill 4. Season with salt and black pepper to taste 5. Serve with fresh Parmesan shavings

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B R I N G I N G L OCA L D R INK T O LIFE

Meet the Brewster In a series of features designed to shine a light on local food and drink, Matt Wright looks at an award-winning local brewery picked out by Jamie Oliver…

Photos: Matt Wright And Graham Flemington

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f you ever go to the Olive Branch in Clipsham, or maybe the Jolly Brewer, Tobie Norris or Green Man in Stamford, you may well have enjoyed a beer brewed by Sara Barton. Sara is the founder of Grantham’s Brewster’s Brewing Company and she’s become one of our local region’s food and drink stars. Sara’s had a simply amazing 12 months: not long ago she received a mystery phone call that turned out to be from Jamie Oliver’s TV people.

One of her beers – Brewster’s Pale Ale – had been chosen by Mr Oliver to represent Britain in his Food Fight TV show. Then, just a few weeks later, Sara was named Guild of British Beer Writers’ Brewer of the Year at a glittering award ceremony in London.

Sara founded Brewster’s Brewing Company in 1998 and at the time was one of only a small handful of female brewers in the UK. Here’s a bit of social history that might surprise you: before the industrial revolution, most brewers were actually women (then known as ‘brewsters’), but then men, sniffing huge beery profits after the birth of the steam engine, decided that this brewing lark was their cup of tea after all. “Going back to medieval times, both bread making and brewing were female roles,” says Sara. “Many widows brewed beer as a way of making ends meet. But after industrialisation, the large breweries took over.”

Now, led by Sara from her Grantham base, the brewster is back. All over the UK, female beer producers are fermenting and mashing again, with Sara helping to blaze the trail. She has set up Project Venus – an initiative to bring female brewers together and promote drinking beer to women in general.

The project has resulted in a collaboration between 14 brewsters from up and down the country who have pooled knowledge to produce several beers.

But Sara is keen to point out that it’s not who brews the beer that counts, but rather the taste of the final product. And in addition to the TV fame received for her hoppy and refreshing Pale Ale – now available behind the bar in the Olive Branch – Brewster’s beers have picked up several gold medals over the years. One recent winner was its German-style lager called Helles. And a cask ale, Hophead – a regular at the Jolly Brewer in Stamford and Ship Inn in Oundle – is another Brewster’s award winner.

Sara founded Brewsters 15 years ago and spent the first eight brewing in an outbuilding behind her parents’ house in Stathern, Leicestershire. In 2006 she moved to an industrial unit in Grantham and in February 2012 added two gleaming ‘cylindroconical’ vessels to her 10-barrel (1600-litre) set-up.

“You can both brew and condition in them,” says Sara. But despite the technical appearance of the various vats and pipes, it’s worth remembering that all that goes into her beers are local water, Brewster’s own yeast, barley grown in Lincolnshire About the writer and malted in Grantham, and hops from around the Matt Wright world. founded and runs It’s tribute to Sara’s knowledge and her passion Greatfoodmag.co.uk and Greatfoodclub.co.uk, for brewing that Brewster’s is thriving and two Leicestershireproducing award-winning beers. It’s great that the based websites that area has such a success story, so why not track celebrate and promote down some of her excellent brews? local food and drink.

Marquis The second beer that Brewster’s produced – Marquis – was brewed specially for a TV programme about John Manners, Marquis of Granby (1721 to 1770). Son of the 3rd Duke of Rutland, the Marquis commanded an army in Germany during the Seven Years’ War. He returned to England a hero and improved his stock further by giving pensions to his soldiers. Many of them set up pubs with the cash, which is why there are so many called The Marquis of Granby.

Sara’s Marquis of Granby pub is in Granby village near Bingham, Notts, and thought to be the original.

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Oundle Mill is nOw Open

we are delighted tO annOunce that Oundle Mill has nOw reOpened. the Mill has been teMpOrarily clOsed after disastrOus flOOds affected the area last year. we wOuld like tO welcOMe yOu back tO enjOy Our new Menus, great wine, inspiring atMOsphere and gOrgeOus setting.

Under new ManageMent For advice on plants and gardens come and speak to Samantha, our new and experienced Horticulturist.

Tom is our indoor and outdoor tiling specialist and he can advise on all your tiling and landscaping needs.

Our newly opened Greenhouse Restaurant is the perfect place for relaxing with coffee and cake or meeting with friends for lunch and a glass of wine.

And don’t forget to visit our farm shop, a haven of fine foods, artisan breads and fresh meat supplied by Bates Butchers.

We look forward to seeing you.

Melton road, east Langton, Leicestershire Le16 7tg

tel: 01858 545819 web: langtonfarmshop.co.uk

dine fOr £14.95 On ThurSdayS On Thursdays in april and May, for lunch or dinner, you can experience our delicious Mill menu for £14.95 for three courses.

SeT Menu Our new set menu offers a selection of mouthwatering dishes and is perfect to enjoy for lunch or dinner from £12.50 per person.

The set menu is not available on Thursdays, Saturday evenings and Sunday lunch times.

Sunday Lunch Join us at Oundle Mill with family and friends for Sunday lunch and enjoy scrumptious starters, traditional roasts and tempting desserts from our fabulous Sunday lunch menu.

2 courses £21.50 3 courses £25.50 Sunday lunch is served between 12.00 and 2.30pm.

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The Summer Pub There no time like the late spring/early summer to dine outside with the family. This month and next Abigail Richardson will be exploring some of the popular Rutland offerings The Blue Ball, Braunston This tastefully refurbished 17th century thatched inn, set in idyllic rural village of Braunston boasts fantastic fresh food at an incredibly fair price with a new Tues - Sat Menu offer where all mains now under £10. For the summer months, there is plenty of outdoor decking and seating, overlooking the church, with passing tractors and horses!

The pub is genuinely family friendly with art materials and picture of the month competitions as well as an extensive children’s menu for £5.95. There are also high chairs, bibs, beakers, smaller cutlery, changing mats, wipes, potties etc provided. Tel: 01572 722135 and do book ahead at weekends.

Fox and Hounds, Exton For a picturesque and peaceful village location with consistently good English and Italian food as well as friendly and attentive staff, The Fox and Hounds is an ideal summer location with its large walled garden, cosy accommodation and delightful views of stone cottages surrounding the village green. Due to its location, the pub is very popular with ramblers and cyclists and is children and dog friendly to boot so it would be wise to book. Tel: 01572 812413.

The Olive Branch Tapas on the Terrace is popular throughout spring and summer where diners can enjoy fine wine and delicious small plates amidst the colourful haven on the terrace.

Tapas on the Terrace is £18.50 per person, and contains the likes of whitebait, ham hock terrine and vegetable tartlet plus a selection of mini puddings and a glass of rosé or Estrella lager.

Save the date, June 11: Cookery demonstration. Starting at 10am, Sean will show you how to cook with local asparagus, create a lobster and crab thermidor pie and guide you through a divine iced raspberry and elderflower dessert. The price is £45. To book call Tel: 01780 410355.

The Berkeley Arms, Whymondham The Berkeley Arms is an award winning pub with back to back Bib Gourmand Awards in the 2012 & 2013 Michelin Guides, offering seasonal produce at affordable prices. Owner and head chef Neil changes the menu daily to ensure the freshest, most seasonal dishes.

The lunch Menu is available Tuesday – Saturday lunch times and is great value at just £14.95 for two courses and the Sunday lunch menu is at £17.95 for two courses and £20.95 for three courses. Lunch guests during the summer months take advantage of the picnic tables and umbrellas on the front terrace of the pub – posh roadside dining!

Book online at www.theberkeleyarms.co.uk.

The Noel at Whitwell The Noel at Whitwell is perfect for those planning a day at Rutland

Water this summer as it’s a stroll from the path near the Sailing and Cycle centres. It’s a great place for delicious food, good wines and lovely comfortable accommodation. For out of town visitors they offer activity weekends and mid week special offers. Tel: 01780 460347.

The Black Bull, Market Overton An idyllic village gastro pub, with a reputation for an excellent menu that includes a good variety along with specials “that add a touch of real sparkle”, this is a keen choice for gourmands. The atmosphere is warm and friendly and the service excellent. There’s a good choice of wines with good beers and ciders at the bar. There’s not much outside space but children are welcome and there is the added bonus of the offer of transport with the pub’s own minibus for local clients.

Tel: 01572 767677.

Calling all budding poets and pastry chefs Rutland Living is holding a competition for the best local junior poet or novice baker this June at the Rutland County Show on Sunday 2nd June. Simply bring along an original poem or a bakery item (cup cake, pastry, slice of cake) to our stand where a winner will be selected at

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ONE OF RUTLANDS’ MOST POPULAR VILLAGE PUBS Delightful village inn located in the picturesque village of Exton.

Serving delicious, traditional English and Italian fayre 7 days a week. All day opening at the weekends. Lovely walled garden, perfect for alfresco dining. Comfortable guest bedrooms.

The Fox and Hounds, 19 The Green Exton, Rutland, LE15 8AP

01572 812403

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6 Cedar Street, Braunston, Nr Oakham, Rutland. LE15 8QS

T: 01572 722135 blueballbraunston@gmail.com www.theblueballbraunston.co.uk

THE WARMEST WELCOME & FRESHEST FOOD AT THE OLDEST INN IN RUTLAND Spring into Summer menu (Offer valid Tues - Sat) £9.95 - MAIN COURSE £13.95 - 2 COURSES/£16.95 - 3 COURSES (Children’s Mains -£5.95) Modern British cuisine & pub classics.

Homemade & freshly prepared using seasonal, local produce.

Sandwiches also on offer at lunchtimes.

Opening HOurs Tues to Fri - 12-2.30pm, 6pm -11pm • Serving Food: 12-1.45pm, 6.30pm – 9pm sat - 12 – 10pm • Serving Food: 12-2.30pm, 6pm-9pm sun - 12- 10pm • Serving Food: 12-3pm

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A fabulous place to eat ...

A fabulous place to eat ...

The Noel @ Whitwell

A fabulous place to eat…..

2 Course Lunch £11.95 12 - 2pm Tuesday to Saturday

Evening A la carte meals

Served 6.30pm - 9pm Tuesday to Saturday A fabulous

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Children always welcome Weddings @ The Noel Tailor made ceremonies and receptions Talk to us about your requirements Main Street, Whitwell, Rutland, LE15 8BW T: 01780 460347 - E: info@thenoel.co.uk - www.thenoel.co.uk

Kev & Kristy give a warm welcome & a fun, friendly atmosphere

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Barnsdale Hall Hotel

Lunch Menu 2 Course £12.50 per person 3rd Course just £3 Starters Tomato and basil soup, herb croutons Smoked salmon, watercress and capers Chicken liver parfait, toast, onion jam Char grilled halloumi, pitta bread, harissa and mint yogurt

Main Course Roast salmon, crushed new potato, olive and tomato, purple broccoli Chicken breast, wild mushroom, shallot and new potato fricassee Saffron risotto, roast winter vegetables, parmesan Deep fried haddock, chips and mushy peas, tartar sauce

Desserts Montgomery cheddar, Sparkenhoe red Leicester, grapes and biscuits Mixed berry Eton mess Rhubarb and stem ginger panna cotta, ginger nuts, poached rhubarb Dark chocolate and cherry iced terrine, cherry crème fraiche

B r a s s e r ie at B a r n s d a l e the

Hall Hotel

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The White Horse, Empingham Antonia Scott galloped across the road to try out her local teve and Claire Glencross have taken a firm hold of the reins of The White Horse in Empingham and they have transformed the interior beyond recognition, creating a ‘home from home’ atmosphere. They have also put their own stamp on the food offering, with meticulous care being taken to source the best possible local ingredients. Alongside Head Chef, Ian Kembery, they have created a delicious menu with six tempting starters – ranging in price from £4.75-£7.25. We tried the Pan Fried Hallumi with sun blush tomatoes and olives, Pan Fried King Scallops on a mint pea puree with crispy pancetta and the Homemade Chicken Liver Parfait with melba toast and a homemade apple and fig chutney and were extremely impressed with the presentation and freshness of each dish.

Then followed a choice of six ‘Pub Classics’– all priced between £ 9.95-£10.75 - featuring firm favourites, Beer Battered Cod, Rutland Sausages and Mash, a Homemade Steak & Ale Pieand a topical ‘White Horse Burger’.

Alongside these popular dishes are six more sophisticated ‘Main Courses’ to tempt you, featuring Duck, Lamb, Chicken and Fish courses

– all priced between £12.95-£16.95. There is also a frequently changing Specials’ Board which showcases yet more local seasonal fare and despite being extremely tempted, I finally settled on the Fillet of Seabass from the main menu which was accompanied by pakchoi, spring onions and roast pepper soy, ginger and lime dressing. It was a little piece of Asia fused heaven! Murray, the meat-lover, had the Sirloin Steak, served with roast tomato and mushrooms - simple and unpretentious, as a steak should be!

Puddings were traditional and comforting, I couldn’t decide but finally the custard option on the Treacle Sponge won and I was now full to brimming! Murray polished off a heavenly Chocolate Marquis which was “melt in the mouth” according to the cocoa connoisseur!

We waddled the 54 steps home, happy in the knowledge our local is now in very safe hands and has already become a firm favourite for the village.

• The White Horse, Main Street, Empingham, www.whitehorserutland.co.uk.

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Oundle Mill Reopens Fiona Cumberpatch and Helen Walton sample the new spring menu

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tanding in the reception area of Oundle Mill, it’s hard to believe that the boutique hotel and restaurant was engulfed by four feet of river water recently. The renovations are complete: the stone flagged floor and luxurious squashy sofas are immaculate and the river, now well behaved, is only visible flowing under the glass floor.

We had been offered a tasting menu, showcasing head chef Gavin Austin’s many talents, and it was exciting to be taken on a gastronomic journey. First, we shared duck egg with wild garlic custard, St George’s mushrooms and a tarragon hollandaise. The egg was rich and savoury, with a sunny orange yolk, and sat on top of a disc of custard, with the hollandaise around the edges.

A squid ink risotto with fried squid and squid crackers followed. This was a beautiful and original dish: the dark bluish risotto was creamy, the richness cut through with a hint of basil oil. The crisp crackers, a gourmet take on prawn crackers, were made with tapioca, and represented a brilliant touch.

A lovely contrast to the risotto was the Elton rabbit with carrot puree, pickled vegetables and crispy shallots, which combined sweet and sour tastes. Slivers of tender rabbit, which tasted

almost smoked, came with zesty pickled veg, all contrasting with the sweetness of the carrot puree. The crispy shallots were tiny, wispy circles encased in a tempura-like crispy coating, again, the attention to detail was incredible.

The Var salmon with broccoli, Brancaster mussels and korma foam was an interesting

combination. Our final dish was corn fed Goosnargh chicken, bacon dumplings, spring vegetables with a lightly truffled chicken broth. There were so many skills involved in this seemingly straightforward plateful, right down to the single triangle of crispy skin which melted in the mouth. The tiny bacon dumplings added just the right richness to the chicken.

Our shared dessert was a kind of deconstructed lemon meringue pie. There was a lemon sherbet jelly, with lemon curd, shards of meringue and a homemade lemon meringue ice cream, finished with a tarragon syrup. Again, a perfect spring dessert, tangy, light and fresh with a sensationally pretty colour palette.

This is dining on a superior level, inventive, but not too-clever-by-half. Presentation is immaculate, service is exemplary, but the flavours rule, which is just as it should be.

You can dine for £14.95 for three courses on Thursdays in May, which represents superb value for money. Or, try the set menu, from £12.50, available daily excluding Thursdays, Saturday evening and Sunday lunch times. A four course ‘tasting menu’ is £37.50 • Oundle Mill, Barnwell Road, Oundle, Northants. PE8 5PB www.oundlemill.co.uk Tel: 01832 272621

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Marvellous market harborough Being a relative newcomer to the area, Vanessa Hollander only recently discovered the delights of Market Harborough and found that it’s the perfect place for a relaxed day out

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f you love fashion and designer labels then Doyles is a must visit, having been described as “One of the best places to shop for designer fashion outside of London”. Here you will find brands such as Joseph, Diane von Furstenberg, J Brand, Ash, Missoni, Tucker and Paul Smith.

Add first class, personal service to a shop packed with beautiful clothes and why bother going down to London?

Right next door is Lime House, previously known as High Society. Having been refurbished and re-launched last year, it is now a bright, airy space filled with some fabulous brands. Lime House stocks casual and occasion wear including Ted Baker, Indi & Cold (my favourite) Second Female, Twin-Set, Olsen and Kate Cooper. It was packed when I visited, and I understand why!

Small but perfectly formed, is beBooted, stocking some beautiful clothes and stunning accessories. Fans of Scandi-chic will love the Odd Molly brand, pretty layering slips and easy to wear dresses from By Ti Mo and the gorgeous new range from Myrine. I loved everything!

For pretty underwear and swimwear you must visit The Little Big Bra Shop, owned by Karen Forbes, who is as knowledgeable as she is lovely. Whether you’re an A or KK cup, there’s something to suit your size and your budget (from £24 to £80). Fantasie, Freya, Empreinte, Marie Jo, and Chantelle are but a few of the brands stocked as well as a range of breast feeding bras. Karen also stocks a range of bras for women who have had breast cancer and mastectomies.

Children are well catered for by Cot ‘n Togs who sell a lovely range of toys, dress ups and clothes. Not only do they hand make their own range of girls’ dresses but also stock delightful little bags filled with items such as snakes, cars and wild animals (£5-£12).

For the shoe lovers amongst you, GorGeous is a must visit independent shoe shop. Recently re-located to Sulley’s Yard, they sell a lovely variety of shoes including Converse, FitFlop, Fly London, Replay and Emu for men, women and children.

Literally just opened is In Heaven at Home on the High Street. It’s a shop full of beautiful home accessories, furniture and gifts, all very reasonably priced and incredibly stylish.

Marmalade candles, Kew Garden Company pots, Avoca throws and Thornback & Peel linens are all displayed upon antique Indian furniture. On the first floor is a great space currently showcasing a lovely variety of art

Diane von Furstenberg at Doyles

Fantasie at The Little Big Bra Shop

Thornback & Peel at In Heaven at Home Asparagus at Farndon Fields

FitFlop at GorGeous Odd Molly at beBooted

prints that, again, won’t blow the budget.

TJ Thornton Jewellers prides itself on quality, tradition and personal customer service and doesn’t disappoint. It’s owned by Tim Thornton, a fourth generation jeweller and provides the best quality vintage and antique jewellery as well as modern, gem set ranges of earrings, bracelets, necklaces and the most beautiful of rings. It also offers gifts for special occasions and the traditional repair service.

Stepping inside is a welcome reminder of just how a jewellery shop should be.

I was blown away by Farndon Fields and the variety and quality of foods and produce they have on sale. ‘Fresh’ is the first word that comes to mind as soon as you enter the shop. Even the most domestically challenged would be inspired to create a culinary masterpiece from the marvellous array of vegetables, meats, breads, cheeses and ingredients on sale here, the likes of which could rival even Harrods Food Hall!

Their café also uses the best of their offerings to produce fabulous food, reasonably priced!

Finally, if an overnight stay is warranted, or even if you want to grab lunch or a drink in a beautiful coaching inn setting, then

The Three Swans is definitely the place.

A recent refurbishment means upgraded rooms and The Conservatory provides bistro style dining with menus created using fresh ingredients from local suppliers.

Featured: Doyles - Church Street, 01858 433279, www.doylesfashion.com Lime House - High Street, 01858 432915 BeBooted - 7 Church Square, 01858 469200, www.bebooted.com The Little Big Bra Shop - Adam and Eve St, 01858 465592, www.thelittlebigbrashop.co.uk Cot‘n’Togs - 3 Church St, 01858 468568, www.cotntogs.co.uk GorGeous - 2 Sulley’s Yard, Adam & Eve Street, 01858 465118, www.gorgeous-online.com In Heaven at Home - 30 High Street, 07767 754267, www.inheavenathome.com TJ Thornton - 3 Coventry Rd, 01858 468858, www.tjthornton.com Farndon Fields - Farndon Road, 01858 464838, www.farndonfieldsfarmshop.co.uk The Three Swans - 21 High Street, 01858 466644, www.bw-threeswanshotel.co.uk RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH LIVING MAY 2013

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A lifestyle store selling a unique collection of furniture, home accessories and gifts in a beautiful environment with friendly helpful staff.

Upstairs The Barber Gallery features affordable art.

30 High Street, Market Harborough, LE16 7NL

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HEA LTH & BE AUT Y

The Colours of Summer If the dreary weather has left you feeling a little jaded, it’s time to inject some colour into your life; and where better to start than with some fresh new ideas for your hair and make-up. Catherine Batkin finds out about the hottest shades to be seen in this summer treatment, actively nourishing and conditioning the hair as well as infusing it with colour and shine. One such brand is Aveda, available at Essence Hair Salon in Uppingham. The Aveda hair colours are up to 99% naturally derived and contain plant minerals and essential oils such as calming lavender.

Manager Kate told me that pastel colours are a big hit in her salon too: “The new Aveda colours offer a greater level of customisation so we can vary the depth and intensity to suit the client’s requirements.

Experimenting with pastel highlights is a great way to wear this season’s hottest trend without making a huge change to your look.”

Light-reflecting minerals: At Barnsdale Spa, Manager Annabel advises a seasonal refresh of your make-up to make the most of all the new colours available: “We use the Mii mineral foundation which contains light reflecting particles for fresh, dewy skin – an essential base for the rest of your cosmetics.

We always advise people to change their makeup with the seasons as the skin tone, colour and condition can alter quite dramatically throughout the year. For £37 we offer make-up lessons which are great if you are stuck in a rut and want some fresh ideas for new looks and colours to suit you.”

Hottest hair colours:

From the catwalk to the salon: Colour Technician Lindsey Baker has previously trained with the Nicky Clarke salon in London and is now the newest addition to the talented team at Will Wheelwright Hair salon at Barnsdale Lodge. She told me about her colour predictions for fabulous summer hair: “Pastels and metallics have been a big hit on the catwalk this season, both in fashion and hair colours.

Soft shades such as lavenders, pinks and violets are all great and perfect for any younger and slightly more daring clients who want to experiment with their hair. A more wearable option is the two-tone dip dye. This was popular last year and a softer version will still look great this season. Think of a beachy, sun-kissed look so it’s a bit more natural with only one to two shades lighter on the ends; a very subtle and natural finish.”

Sun-kissed shades: At the Beauty Room in Oakham, this summer

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is all about looking naturally bronzed and beautiful – minus the mahogany effect!

Manager Kim told me: “We’ve got exciting news from St.Tropez, as their new spray tan has just been launched for the summer. The Sensitive Mist tan is lightly tinted, dermatologically tested and hypoallergenic so is ideal to use for even the most sensitive of skins. It is a lighter shade than any of the others so looks most natural on fairer and paler skin.” But if it’s your nails that need a pick-me-up, then Kim has got the new Hollywood Collection from Biosculpture Gel Nails. Inspired by the glamour of 1950s Hollywood, the collection is chic, opulent and stylish and is made up of seven beautiful pastel colours including a classic coral and refreshing aqua green.

Naturally Beautiful: Colouring your hair doesn’t have to mean ruining the condition; in fact, some salon professional hair colourants double as a

The talented team at Creme Hair and Beauty told me what you can expect for your hair this year: “Glossy, vibrant tones are in this season, and using a semi permanent colour to enhance your natural hair will create a beautiful, polished look, without damaging those ends. Highlights are always a favourite at this time of year, but nothing like the straw-like tresses of the past.

The most recent product technology now enables us to create multi tonal blondes without bleaching, leaving hair in great condition and creating a softer, more wearable look for spring/ summer 2013.”

Directory: Will Wheelwright Hair, Barnsdale Lodge Hotel, Tel: 01572 757137, www.williamwheelwright.co.uk The Beauty Room, South Street, Oakham, Tel: 01572 755389 Barnsdale Spa, Barnsdale, Oakham, Tel: 01572 757901, www.barnsdalehotel.com Creme Hair and Beauty, Mill Street, Oakham, Tel: 01572 723823, www.cremehairandbeauty.co.uk Essence, Crown Passage, Uppingham, Tel: 01572 822715

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12-21 july 2013 From 20 april 2013, book your tickets at Oundle Box Office, 4 new Street, telephone 01832 274734 or at

www.oundlefestival.org.uk

Presented by Oundle Music trust

Friday 12 July • Tasmin little, with European union Chamber Orchestra • illyria: “Babe, The Sheep-Pig”

SaTurday 13 July • Picnic in the Park, Boughton House

Sunday 14 July • young-Choon Park • richard Suart: “as a Matter of Patter”

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Chen Meng: lunchtime concert Margaret Phillips: organ recital impropera!: “Wobbly World of Opera” dominic alldis Trio

TuESday 16 July

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amy Green: lunchtime concert Prime Brass an evening at Boughton House Film: Quartet

WEdnESday 17 July • Virginia Black: lunchtime concert • The Bach Walk • Piano 4 Hands

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Becky Taylor: lunchtime concert Film: les Miserables Evensong: Peterborough Cathedral Gordon Stewart: organ recital

Friday 19 July • Monteverdi Experience • Film: Sing-a-long-a ‘Grease’

SaTurday 20 July • Ceilidh, with Fringe Festival

Sunday 21 July • Morning Service, BBC radio 4 • young Organists recital

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What’s On Amander Meade selects some of the best entertainment in the region this month…

Sunday 5 May, 10am to 5pm EVENT: French Style Antiques Brocante Dozens of dealers in antiques and collectables will converge to sell their wares including fine furniture, jewellery and ceramics.

Uppingham Town Centre Enquiries Tel: 01572 822334 Monday 6 May, from 2pm EVENT: Medbourne May Fair A perfect start to summer with lots of stalls including crafts, pocketmoney games, plants, teas with home-made cakes plus bouncy castle and band playing. Fundraising for Medbourne Playgroup.

Medbourne Village and Hall

Tuesday 7 May, 10am to 12.30pm WORKSHOP: The Illustrated Garden Journal Talented local artist Val Littlewood leads this workshop on the theme of keeping an illustrated garden notebook, with a morning exploring the importance and beauty of wildlife in the garden. Classes can be taken individually or as a 10 week course and will build up over the months to produce a beautiful record of a year in nature.

Price £32 per workshop- multiple booking discounts.

Also this month...

Saturday 11 – Sunday 12 May, from 11am EVENT: Spring Vegetable Weekend If you love growing your own then Barnsdale is the place to be during this weekend. All the productive areas that are normally off-limits to visitors will be opened and Daily Telegraph gardening guru Liz Dobbs, together with Barnsdale’s own experts, will be available to advise you on your own veggie production and chat about their favourite subject.

Garden admission: adult £6.50, concession £5.50, child £2.50, family (up to 5) £16 Both events take place at Barnsdale Gardens and booking is essential Tel: 01572 813200 or visit www. barnsdalegardens.co.uk

Friday 10 May EVENT: Rock of Ages 1980s Fundraising Night A fantastic night of 80s nostalgia featuring live band ‘May Contain Nuts’ and with a fish’n chip supper included in the ticket price. All proceeds towards the new Oakham Rugby Club.

Oakham Rugby Clubhouse Tickets £10 Tel: 07859027341 Friday 17 to Monday 19 May EVENT: Brigstock International Horse Trials The trials will be taking place in the beautiful Great Park at Rockingham Castle which has outstanding views over the surrounding countryside.

The course is being designed and built by international acclaimed designer Philip Herbert and the event has built up a first class reputation amongst riders and visitors alike.

Relocated this year to Rockingham Castle For booking and ticket information see www.rockinghamcastle.co.uk

Saturday 18 May EVENT: Point-to-Point The Fitzwilliam (Milton) Hunt host this point to point and a large contingent of both equine and human followers are expected to experience the unique atmosphere that racing at Dingley can generate in its natural amphitheatre setting.

Dingley Racecourse More information at www.dingleyraces.com Thursday 23 May, 7.30pm DANCE: An Evening with the Stars of Strictly Come Dancing Pasha Kovalev and Katya Virshilas step out for a night of glamour and breathtaking choreography inspired by Hollywood history A must-see for any fan of the BBC TV series, the dance extravaganza brings the two Strictly favourites together with Lindsey Muckle and Ryan Hammond from the hit Sky 1 show Got to Dance.

The Core, Corby Cube Tickets £19/£17 Tel: 01536 470470 or www.thecorecorby.com.

Monday 27 May, from 10.30am EVENT: Exton Day Traditional village fun day with a fun dog show, stalls, games, refreshments, dancing and music. In aid of Church funds.

Exton Village Green and surroundings Saturday 1 June, gates 5.30pm, music from 7.30pm EVENT: Music in the Park Bring your own picnic to this popular charity concert and enjoy music by an eighteen piece swing band and an award winning all female brass band plus a firework finale in front of the Hall.

Wistow Hall, Leicestershire Tickets in advance £12.50/£5, from Baileys at Wistow or LOROS Shops. £15 on the night. Under 12 years free. Parking is free.

Details and booking at www.wistow.com or Tel: 0116 231 8431

Monday 27 May to Saturday 1 June THEATRE: The Woman In Black Curve presents this spine tingling favourite - now celebrating its twenty third year in the West End. Over seven million people have lived to tell the tale of one of the most chilling and successful theatre events ever staged.

Curve, Leicester. Tickets from £16.50 Tel: 0116 242 3595 www.curveonline.co.uk

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GARDEN DESIGNS Do you want Cosy sitting areas.

Screening and privacy.

Colour and scent all year.

Ideas for shady, wet or dry sites.

Pruning advice. Plants identified.

Offering spectacular views over Rutland Water • No booking required - simply pay and play • Choice of playing the Hambleton or Normanton course

then give me a call on 01780 481624 www.kenrawsongardendesigns.co.uk Easton-on-the-Hill, Stamford. Established 1986

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Profile

James Brewer Amander Meade meets acclaimed garden designer and extreme sports fan, James Brewer

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hen someone reluctantly asks if they can push back an interview for twenty four hours to ‘shake off a touch of hyperthermia’, you know you are about to meet an interesting character. James Brewer had taken part in a twenty mile cross country assault course race in sub zero conditions involving total immersion in freezing water and a run through snow. Poor organisation and a lack of facilities meant competitors were forced to drive home soaked through – in James’ case a journey of over an hour - hence the hyperthermia. By the time we meet a couple of days later on the site of a major project in Leicestershire, he has warmed up considerably and is looking forward to his next challenge with zealous good humour.

Based in Market Harborough, James is a highly sought after designer specialising in landscaping and construction. Entirely self taught, James has been creating gardens since a love for the outdoors as a youngster led to landscaping jobs and eventually to the launch of his own company James Brewer Gardens.

“My passion is design and construction for the long term.

Fads and fashion in garden design don’t really interest me.

I want my projects to remain and evolve for generations to come.” James uses a classical approach which lends itself inevitably to natural resources. “We use lots of oak and natural stone if we are working in Rutland or Leicestershire but would adapt that to ironstone if we are in Northamptonshire- the location and the client’s vision dictate the look and feel of each project.”

Careful planning for your largest room….

James’ company only undertake a handful of projects each year as the customers who commission them receive a complete package of personal involvement with James present on site from the initial meeting, through design and planning and throughout the construction itself. His view is that the garden is very often the ‘largest room in the house’ and should

be designed with as much care as the interior space.

“We specialise in creating gardens at period properties where it is so important to blend the design of the exterior with that of the house. We want to incorporate all the client’s ideas too and include them as part of the core design. We even created a structure around a family of mice nesting in a wall on one occasion as the client didn’t want them disturbed!

My objective is to leave a project looking like an established garden, not a brand new installation.”

Following an interview with BBC Radio Leicester, James’ fresh approach and infectious enthusiasm have made him a regular contributor to local and national radio horticulture programmes and magazines, with a television project also in the pipeline.

Onwards and upwards...

It was through a client that James developed his hobby of running for fitness to the next level. “The client joked that he didn’t think I had it in me to run a marathon….. I couldn’t let that go!” Within a few weeks James was on a plane heading home from New York having completed his first marathon there and has continued to push himself beyond his limits ever since usually supported by faithful hound Bill.

“Research into our family tree reveals that several of my forebears were distance runners too well into old age so it must be in the genes.” It was through another client that James discovered the work of the Laura Centre in Leicester for whom he fundraises on his challenges.

“The centre offers specialist bereavement counselling to parents whose child has died and to children or young people who have been bereaved of a parent or significant person. The work of the centre helps people suffering so much and as a small charity, every penny counts.”

This year James will compete in the London 10K run, run marathons in New York and Athens and run up Mount Snowdon. Next year he plans to run the Sydney and Outback marathons with an ascent up Everest on the horizon – onwards and upwards, literally.

Contacts: James Brewer Gardens Ltd Tel: 07775 614 676 www.jamesbrewergardens.co.uk The Laura Centre Tel: 01162 54 4341 www.thelauracentre.org.uk RUTLAND & MARKET HARBOROUGH LIVING may 2013

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SHOPS & SERVICES The Greenhouse Café and Garden Centre at the Langton Farm Shop Sosennah Every

New web site for expanding Rutland business Home Straight Rutland is celebrating the launch of its new website giving existing and future clients a glimpse of their cleaning, home help and gardening business in Rutland.

Founded 5 years ago, the business has grown from strength to strength, through word of mouth recommendations and the ability to really meet the needs of the local community, particularly those in retirement looking for a pair of helping hands. www.home-straight.co.uk Working for Home Straight is a unique experience, with a well trained, local and loyal team organising their own hours, and developing close and trusting relationships with their individual clients. If you have some hours to spare and would like to do something rewarding why not take a look at their web site.

Team member Fiona Richardson said, “I enjoy working for Home Straight because the hours can fit in with my family life and other work commitments; the pay is good. There is definitely job satisfaction - leaving a house sparkling or having given an elderly person quality 1 to 1 time” Owners Georgie Rockman and Stevie Jackson founded the business on a philosophy of caring for people – those who they work for and those who work with them. When asked what their plans for the future are Georgie said, “Making sure we’re doing a good job for Rutland!”.

Having visited the Langton farm shop and Stone Company before I was expecting a small café adjacent to the farm shop. I was very pleasantly surprised to find a large light and airy greenhouse space, simply decorated with café tables and chairs and large comfy leather sofas. Two incredible bonsai olive trees and other greenery give the feeling of being outdoors with the warmth and comfort of eating indoors!

A lot of thought has gone into making this truly family friendly with a dedicated children’s area complete with fun colourful furniture, chalk board, drawing tablets, a living willow whale den outdoors, as well as a chicken pen and guinea pigs.

Adjacent is a new garden centre managed by horticulturalist Samantha Kimber stocking all manner of fruit trees, shrubs and bedding plants, as well as compost, tools and sundry items. Samantha provides free gardening and planting advice and is able to source plants and deliver. One side of the garden centre is dedicated for local artisans to sell their products complementing the gift range in the farm shop.

A taster of the roast beetroot and goat’s cheese salad, a slice of apple and cinnamon cake and a delicious smooth hot chocolate and I’ve now nominated this my favourite café in Harborough.

• Open seven days a week.

Tel: 01858 545819 www.langtonfarmshop.co.uk

The May Bank Holiday Burghley Game & Country Fair Sun May 26 & Mon May 27 The superb Burghley Game & Country Fair, held over the Late May Bank Holiday at Burghley House, is in its 7th year now. A fabulously entertaining show, at one of the UK’s most beautiful stately homes!

Two action-packed arenas have a full programme of displays with dare-devil stunts, fast and furious scurry racing, cheeky sheepdog and duck displays, bigger Birds of Prey, daring dog displays and even a Grand National steeplechase.

The ever popular Dogzone returns with Lurcher racing and showing, a Multiscurry Challenge, Mullenscote Gundog Clinic and Chase the Bunny (pure fun). Family dogs can have a bit of fun with the Fun Dog Show too.

The Falconry Village has native and some more exotic Birds of Prey, all waiting for the chance to stretch their wings and fly! The Craft Village comes complete with a working demonstration, beautiful contemporary and traditional arts and crafts. Food Glorious Food is perfect for food lovers. Chefs cook up some tasty delights and regional producers sell delicious food and drink.

The show’s arenas are encompassed by an array of country and craft stalls, selling everything from country clothing and accessories to handcrafted art and regional food and drink. Children can throw a pot and make a face or ‘Learn How To’ fish with the Angling Trust, handle a gundog and get close to a hawk. If that sounds a little too exhausting, relax in the food courts around the show. Enjoy British classics and tasty treats.

• Open 10.00am - 6.00pm daily. Adults £11.00 OAPs £10.00 Children £4.00 under 5s free Burghley House, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 3JY.To book Tel: 01283 820548 or visit www. livingheritagecountryshows.co.uk

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SHOPS & SERVICES Cheese et al at Barnsdale Hall Hotel Have you tried the new spring menu at Barnsdale Hall Hotel? The Brasserie Restaurant, which offers a wide selection of appetisers, entrées and desserts, all of which are prepared seasonally and using local produce, has a new, extensive menu available at lunch or dinner.

Starters include delights such as Roast scallops, pork belly, grebiche sauce, apple and endive salad, £10.00, Iman bayildi, char grilled lamb fillets, pomegranate, mint black olive, £8.00, Butternut squash, sage and ricotta bruschetta, pine nuts, sherry vinegar dressing, £6.50 and Pickled beetroots, soft egg, Lancashire cheese, watercress, £7.00.

Mains include Roast sea trout, beetroot puree, beetroot and orange salad, watercress £14.00, Merguez sausages, braised lentils, rainbow chard, harissa and yogurt, £14.00, Grilled cod, Bombay potatoes, cauliflower, onion bhaji, tomato raita, £15.00, Parmesan grilled polenta, baked shallots, wild mushrooms and purple broccoli, squash, £13.00 and Chicken, Parma ham and taleggio schnitzel, fired egg and capers, watercress salad, £14.00.

There is also an array of desserts but what makes me drool is the spectacularly impressive choice of local chesses priced at 3 for £7.00, 5 for £10.00 or all 8 for £13.00.

Chose from: • Colston Bassett Stilton – cow, soft, blue, pasteurised – Nottinghamshire • Sparkenhoe Red Leicester – cow, hard, unpasteurised – Warwickshire • Montgomery Cheddar - cow, hard, unpasteurised Somerset • Barkham Blue – cow, soft, blue, pasteurised - Berkshire • Bosworth Ash – goat, soft, unpasteurised Staffordshire • Brie de Meaux – cow, soft, unpasteurised – Ile de France • Munster au Cumin – cow, washed rind, unpasteurised • To book contact; Barnsdale Hall Hotel, Nr Oakham, Rutland, Tel: 01572 757901 Bluebell painting to RL_Layout 1 04/03/2013 13:09 Page 1

Title of this painting is Paradise in blue, Barnsdale Wood

‘A Few of My Favourite Haunts’

by Philip Dawson Paintings of Rutland and beyond art exhibition until May 12th at The Victoria Gallery from 10am-4pm (3pm Sundays) Right: ‘Paradise in blue, Barnsdale Wood’

Steve, I’m assuming that your front cover picture format will continue as normal and therefore may I make a polite suggestion please?

I realise that the somewhat portrait format of this painting (shown here in it’s entirety) is not quite the squarer format that your front cover images need to be.

It would be nice to keep in the round white disk of the sun breaking through the trees at the top of painting. You could crop out a bit above the sun. I think the bottom yellow shape of the three patches representing pools of sunlight at bottom of painting will have to be cropped out in the hope that as much of the other two yellow shapes stay in. I don’t mind if you compress the vertical axis of the entire painting by say 1% to 2% to get more of the yellow at bottom in. Hope this is all okay with you – I’m only thinking of my painting! I could bring the painting in if you need to see it, if any photoshop work required. A 300 resolution jpg for this is in folder with others (which are also now at 300). Can’t wait to see this April cover. Thanks Phil

May’s Wine for Living offer Emma Robson welcomes you to save £15.50 on 3 bottles of each of the following beauties delivered to your door La Raia. Gavi 2011 Giorgio Rossi Cairo bought La Raia with the ambition of creating a balanced ecosystem in tune with the history of his region. His biodynamic Gavi is an individual and beautiful white wine, voluptuous citrus and herb flavours strung on a mineral core.

La Montecchia. Pinot Bianco 2011 Giordano’s family tree hanging in his kitchen, dates back to Catherine deMedici, includes 2 Popes. His ancestors pillaged the best of Bordeaux and Burgundy’s vines, re-establishing them in the Euganean Hills. His pinot bianco has floral lime and pineapple fruit; a soft and fresh wine with a touch of pepper on the finish.

Masserie di Ugento. Negroamaro 2008 We spent this summer holidaying on the coast beside Ugento, where the neat, ancient bush vines are planted in such a way that it is almost impossible to work the vineyard. This deep red has spicy damson, raspberry and sloe fruit, the tannins have softened out revealing something really quite special.

Valpanera. Refosco dal Peduncolo Rosso Superiore 2008 The popularity of Giovanni’s wine was immense last year and we have to agree with our discerning customers that the elegance of this red is extraordinary. The texture is rich with supple tannin, roasted pepper, tobacco and a touch of mocha.

This offer is available on your doorstep for £147.50 during May. To order, phone: Tel 01572 759735 or visit Bat and Bottle on Pillings Road, Oakham, LE15 6QF (open Saturdays 9-2, otherwise please call first to check the warehouse is manned), or order from www.batwine.co.uk (search: Living).

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Walk across from King’s Cross through St Pancras (where the old station gives way to the modern extension), and turn right onto Pancras Rd; follow this road, swinging slightly to the left, until you reach St Pancras Gardens

It’s remarkable how much of London you can see on foot in a day, and this walk will amaze you; passing through the salubrious and not so salubrious parts of London, taking you through the ‘new London’ of the Docklands and ending up with the Thames and all ‘the classics’ – Tower Bridge, St Paul’s and ‘The Shard’, now ever present on the skyline. By Nicholas Rudd-Jones

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Walk through the gardens and exit at the NE corner into Camley Street. (If you are in to your urban nature, take a short detour right at this point to Camley Street Natural Park, which was created from an old coal yard).

Head left and you will soon reach the canal, which you join on the N bank

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St Pancras Gardens There is so much of interest to be found in the gardens, including the extravagant BurdettCoutts memorial sundial, the Hardy tree encircled by tombstones, an ancient church and the famous memorial to Sir John Soane’s wife, the design of which inspired the classic ‘K2’ Gilbert Scott red telephone box (right).

The Regent’s Canal The Regent’s Canal was completed in 1820 to link the Paddington arm of the Grand Junction Canal with the River Thames at Limehouse.

Approach to Limehouse

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It’s plain sailing from here to the Limehouse Basin; a great place to stop for a snack is Broadway Market in Hackney

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From Broadway Market, keep on the canal, passing Victoria Park (public toilets) on your left and eventually reaching Limehouse (if you have had enough at this stage you can hop on the Light Docklands Railway here)

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Skirt round the right hand side of the Limehouse Basin, until you reach the River Thames and the Thames Path; follow this path west now, keeping a careful eye out for the signs as it’s not always straightforward.

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Walk along the canal path, under the Eurostar track taking trains to Paris, passing by the Guardian building on your right at York Way, and then a sign up to the Canal Museum on your left. On reaching the long Islington Tunnel (968 yards), you have to head up onto the roads as there is no footpath at this point.

London Canal Museum, 12 New Wharf Rd www.canalmuseum.org.uk If you want to find out more about the history of the canal, then the canal museum, just south of the canal alongside Battlebridge Basin is worth a look. It is clearly signposted from the canal and is a five minute walk. Open every day except Monday.

Victoria Park The city’s first public park, it was opened in the East End in 1845 after a local MP presented Queen Victoria with a petition of 30,000 signatures. The aim was to make it a kind of Regent’s Park for the east and it originally had its own Speakers’ Corner. Although any one could set up their own soapbox, the biggest crowds were usually drawn to ‘star’ socialist speakers such as William Morris and Annie Besant.

Limehouse Basin The Basin was used by seagoing vessels and lighters to offload cargoes to canal barges, for onward transport along the Regent’s Canal. It was closed to commercial traffic in 1969, with one quay at the Basin retained for the use of pleasure craft. There are several information boards around the basin that will tell you more.

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Our suggested route would be to cross the tunnel mouth along Muriel St, turn left into Wynford Rd, right into Chapel Market, right at Liverpool Rd and then across Upper St and over Camden Passage, taking Duncan Rd on the other side to re-join the canal on the N side where it comes out of the tunnel at the bottom of this street.

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At Tower Bridge, head across to the south side and walk past the new City Hall to the New Tate; cross back over the Millennium Footbridge and then catch the tube back from St Paul’s.

• A highly recommended book is The Regent’s Canal by David Fathers (Francis Lincoln Publishers). Beautifully illustrated and stuffed full of interesting observations. £9.99 RSP

PITSTOPS Towpath Café, 42 De Beauvoir Crescent, just after Whitmore Rd Highly recommended for its ambience, quirkiness and interesting food. A great place to watch the world of the canal go by. The café isn’t open during the winter months but opens ‘when the weather improves’.

Broadway Market: Café Villa D’Aversa, 15 Broadway Market We loved this café; bustling Café Villa D’Aversa with intense and convivial is everything a café conversations and people don’t should be mind if you squeeze in and slowly expand. On a Saturday enjoy the bustling Broadway Market (www.broadwaymarket.co.uk) Prospect of Whitby, 57 Wapping Wall The food is ‘average’, but the setting, history and beer are all notable. Try and get a seat overlooking the Thames, or in the summer the balcony. Henry VIII used to drink and eat here, whether he ate the fish and chips as we did is not recorded.

Town of Ramsgate, 62 Wapping High St Most diners seem to rate the food here as better than the Prospect of Whitby; it also is very historic and has a terrace out the back overlooking the river; so maybe have a drink in the Prospect, but eat here.

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