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SIMPLYHOLBEACH Issue 44 March 2013 simply-holbeach.co.uk

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Pre-School Options Choose the right care for your child

Wedding Guide Recently engaged? We guide you to your happy wedding day

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to the March issue!

What a month it’s been! I made a new year’s resolution to see more of the world and I am starting as I mean to go on. We visited gorgeous Amsterdam this month and have trips planned for the future months to include Iceland and Jersey, all places I have never been to before and have wanted to visit for a while.

Closer to home, the weather seems to not know what it’s doing one moment to the next. As I write this, we are being battered by wind and rain, yesterday there was sleet showers and earlier today there was sun!

Hopefully, Spring is not too far away now – don’t forget to put your watches and clocks forward an hour on March 31st.

We are being optimistic that the weather is going to improve and those who are green fingered can get out into the garden. March is National Bed Month and we have an article from The Sleep Council that will make you question your sleeping habits and how important they are.

To keep updated with advice, recipes and what’s on locally visit www.simply-holbeach.co.uk.

There’s even a ‘for sale’ section, so you may pick up a bargain too! If you would like to get in touch then please email editor@simply-holbeach.co.uk or call me on 0845 676 9295; we always appreciate your feedback and questions.

in this issue Page 15 Wedding Guide

Are you or someone you know getting married this year? Turn to our guide to ensure you have a smooth day.

Page 23 Food Hygiene

Learn how to identify the best food places locally and nationally for their hygiene.

Page 25 Secret Gem

An elegant property boasting a wonderful walled garden.

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Page 28 Time for a lie in before learning about the importance of a good night’s sleep!

Page 39 Handy Contacts

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SHDC backing for affordable housing

A pledge to encourage more affordable housing for local residents has been made by South Holland District Council.

The Council is working to bring in more funds to enable people to buy or rent homes at a lower cost.

It has signed up to the East Midlands Declaration on Affordable Housing which sets out the principles under which SHDC will work with local communities and housing providers to meet local needs.

One of the Council’s key priorities is to increase affordable housing provision across the district. This includes increasing the number of homes to rent and buy at low cost to meet the needs and aspirations of the local community.

Councillor Christine Lawton, SHDC Portfolio Holder for Housing, said: “There is limited government funding available nationally for affordable housing.

We hope by signing up to this declaration it will increase the amount of national investment that is spent locally in providing affordable housing.

“This sends a message that such investment will be welcomed and such efforts to develop affordable housing across South Holland will be supported.”

Celebrate Easter with the family at Brotherhood Shopping Park’s Animal Farm Brotherhood Shopping Park in Peterborough is delighted to announce that on Saturday 30th March a host of farmyard favourites will be taking over the Shopping Park to celebrate the Easter holidays.

Situated within the Community Space next to M&S, the farm will open from 11am until 3pm, where the whole family will be able to get hands on with pygmy goats, lambs, piglets and rabbits. Experts will also be available to answer questions and offer advice on caring for animals.

What’s more, there will also be a free face painter to transform all the little shoppers into their hearts desire.

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South Holland Fairtrade status renewed Work to promote Fairtrade in South Holland, to ensure farmers in the developing world are paid a reasonable price for their goods, has again been rewarded and recognised.

The district’s Fairtrade Zone Status has been renewed having actively promoted the campaign which also encourages consumers to buy local produce.

South Holland District Council adopted a resolution in 2007 to support Fairtrade and in 2009 South Holland was successful in its bid to become a Fairtrade Zone – awarded by the Fairtrade Foundation - in recognition for the continuing work carried out to raise the profile of Fairtrade.

SHDC Deputy Leader Nick Worth said: “We are delighted to continue its support for Fairtrade and we will be continuing to promote it throughout the year but especially at our coffee morning as part of Fairtrade fortnight.”

Fairtrade (http://www.fairtrade.org.uk/) is about better prices, decent working conditions, local sustainability, and fair terms of trade for farmers and workers in the developing world.

In South Holland there is a steering group, made up of SHDC councillors and officers, businesses, schools and church representatives. The steering group’s role is to co-ordinate the Fairtrade campaign and they are keen to hear from anybody actively involved with Fairtrade.

The group organises numerous events including coffee mornings, lobbies local businesses, gives talks, organises competitions, makes information and promotional items such a Fairtrade bags available and works with schools and generate media interest in order to get people thinking about and acting on the Fairtrade message.

SHDC will again be organising a coffee morning as part of Fairtrade Fortnight which will run between Monday, February 25 to Sunday, March 10.

Show your support for children with cancer and their families This March, Clic Sargent will be asking mums all across the UK to get together to host afternoon teas, bakes sales and tea parties; at home, at work and in the community.

The Great Mums Get Together will take place from 10th – 17th March, starting on Mother’s Day, and we’re asking nurseries, pre-schools and child-minders across the UK to get involved and help raise even more funds for CLIC Sargent. Why not get the children involved in baking then invite the parents in for a Get Together to try and buy the tasty treats, or host a Teddy Bear’s Tea Party and invite the children to bring their favourite teddy to nursery and donate £1? Every day 10 children and young people hear the shocking news they have cancer. Treatment normally starts immediately, is often given many miles from home and can last up to three years.

Currently Clic Sargent are not able to support all the children and young people who need them. By taking part in the Get Together you will be helping CLIC Sargent provide vital care and support to children and young people with cancer.

You can request a free event pack complete with posters, banners, stickers and balloons by giving us a call on 08451 206 658 or visiting www.clicsargent.org.uk/gettogether

Children’s Nursery expands into Pinchbeck Little Treasures Nurseries in Spalding have recently expanded into Pinchbeck.

The nursery has completely taking over from an existing nursery in the neighbouring village of Pinchbeck.

Manager of Little Treasures Nurseries, Rebecca Genever commented; “I am very excited to have been given the opportunity to provide the same quality service and facilities at the new nursery in Pinchbeck. Since Little Treasures Nurseries opened in January 2010 we have been going from strength to strength, a separate pre-school was opened in 2011 next to the existing nursery and we are delighted to now be expanding and offer our high standards of childcare to families not only in Spalding but in Pinchbeck and the surrounding area.”

Little Treasures Nurseries, Pinchbeck will opened on the 2nd January 2012 within the existing ABC nursery building at 14 Knight Street. If you would like more information about Little Treasures Nurseries and what they can offer you and your child then please contact Rebecca Genever on 01775 714 224, e-mail info@littletreasuresnurseries.co.uk or alternatively why not check out their website for more information at www.littletreasuresnurseries.co.uk

Street pastors in Spalding Street pastors provide a valuable role in supporting vulnerable people and making communities safer.

Lincolnshire Police and South Holland District Council have been working closely with Churches Together in Spalding and District to see how we could introduce street pastors in the town.

There are three essential elements to getting street pastors in place: funding, management and recruitment. Thanks to South Holland District Council, local churches, district councillors and other groups, start-up funding has been secured. These costs are considerable as they cover training and accreditation.

Churches Together in Spalding and District has stated it is able to provide a management team. This is great news. The next stage is to seek recruits from within the church communities to undertake this worthwhile pastoral role. Following successful recruitment, the next stage is an intensive training process before volunteers can take to the streets. To be a street pastor, you need to be over 18 (no upper age limit), a church member and willing to train in such subjects as counselling skills, drug awareness, knowing your community and street safety.

Inspector Jim Tyner, Community Policing Inspector at Spalding Police Station, said: “Street Pastors do not replace the emergency services; they will be there to support vulnerable people, possibly vulnerable through drink, in staying safe and getting home safely.

During busy weekend evenings the introduction of street pastors will enable police officers to concentrate on crime and public disorder at a time of peak demand. This can only be a good thing. “

Sir John Gleed School becomes an Academy It has been a year of change at Sir John Gleed School, as the two schools merged, to become co-educational and underwent a major refurbishment, joining the two building and upgrading the facilities.

The final step in the transformation took place on 1 January 2013 when they became an academy with CfBT Schools Trust. This is an opportunity to build on their successes and develop even further, in collaboration with other successful academies, both locally and nationwide. Their vision is to give every student the opportunity to achieve the best qualifications and leave as happy, confident and accomplished young people.

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Second Midsummer Fayre Planned for Holbeach

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Despite torrential rain last year, the first Midsummer Fayre was declared a success by organisers, The Rotary Club of Holbeach, and plans are now well underway for a second Fayre on Sunday 23 June.

The Parish Council has given permission for Carters Park to be used and once again entry for the public will be free. Children’s fair rides and bouncy castles, a dog show and food court are in place and pitch bookings are coming in.

The organising committee are excited at plans that are coming together for more entertainment and activities. Helen Scott said, “We are delighted to be in the process of firming up entertainment for the show ring and some really good craft activities”. The committee are asking any who is interested in having a pitch at the fair to contact them on midsummerfayre@ rotary-holbeach.org.uk or visit their website at www. rotary-holbeach.org.uk for more details. Prices are £7.50 for charities or local groups, £12.50 for crafts and commercial pitches by negotiation.

La Dolce Vita arrives in Peterborough Carluccio’s held its official opening in the vibrant city of Peterborough, welcoming local residents and visitors for a genuine Italian dining and shopping experience.

Carluccio’s will offer an all-day Italian restaurant, food shop and deli within a Grade II listed building on Cumbergate, with an entrance leading onto the newly refurbished piazza of Queensgate shopping centre.

Mixing contemporary design with charming nods to modern Italy, Carluccio’s is the ideal destination for an Italian coffee and hearty breakfast, right through to three-course candlelit suppers, or a festive family feast, and even a spot of foodie retail therapy.

Organisers of the annual UK Spring Motorhome & Caravan Show at Newark Showground are giving away

5 PAIRS OF DAY TICKETS

Now a 3 day event, the show will be open to the public from Friday 22nd to Sunday 24th March, with over 150 trade stands featuring new and used motorhomes and caravans, plus all manner of accessories, a craft fair, family attractions and a choice of restaurants.

Day Tickets are just £6 on the gate or £5 in advance via the website, and accompanied kids go free.

For the bargain price of just £40 per pitch, weekend campers can arrive from Thursday and will receive 3 free nights of evening entertainment within a choice of venues on-site.

Campers will be treated to great evening entertainment within the luxurious Cedric Ford Pavilion, including live music and comedy. The UK’s best live Rockabilly band ‘The HounDogs’ promise a spectacular performance on Friday night, supported by ingenious comedy pickpocket ‘Keith The Thief’ Charnley. Top Stevie Wonder tribute ‘Shenton Dixon’ will deliver Soulful live music on Saturday night, plus ‘The Boardwalk Drifters’ present classic hits by The Drifters, supported by stand-up comedian Josh Daniels.

For more details on this event, see www. motorhomeandcaravanshows.co.uk.

To be in with a chance of winning one of 5 pairs of tickets to UK Spring Motorhome & Caravan Show simply send your name, address and telephone number to Motorhome & Caravan Show Competition, Simply Magazines, PO Box 1014, Spalding, Lincs. PE11 9DE. The winners will be drawn on at 3pm Friday 15th March and notified via telephone.

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elcome to the newly inducted Vicar for Holbeach – The Reverend Rosamund Seal. There was a very impressive turnout for her Institution and Induction by the Bishop of Lincoln and the Archdeacon, where Rosamund and her family were given a warm welcome by the Holbeach community. A welcoming and active church in the centre of the town makes a big difference to the feel of the town and it has an important part to play in the future of the town.

We look forward to working with you.

Local Contacts

Holbeach Medical Centre in Park Road has just formed a patient participation group, which was well attended and fed back some initial ideas that were actioned there and then to further improve the service to its’ patients. More formal meetings of the group will be held every two months where a variety of current issues will be covered ranging from getting appointments and repeat prescriptions to briefings about the new clinical commissioning groups and the direct benefits they can bring to patients in Holbeach. As a quick win, if you are not a regular patient you may be interested to know that you can now book your appointment on-line. Here how to do it!

Medical

Littlebury Medical Centre.................01406 422231 Holbeach Health Clinic......................01406 422658 Holbeach Medical Centre...................01406 423288 Johnson Hospital...............................01775 652000 Pilgrim Hospital................................01205 364801 Peterborough District Hospital..........01733 874000 NHS Direct.........................................0845 4647

Dentists

1. Speak to the receptionist

Holbeach Dental Surgery..................01406 490606 Holbeach Denture & Repair...............01406 425549

2. She will register the patient for online booking/ online repeat prescriptions

Vets

3. Receptionist will give the patient a printout of their “login and password”

Best Friends Vets...............................01406 426 222 Holbeach & Fleet Vet Clinic................01406 426 789

4. This may take 24hrs to activate 5. On your home computer type in “holbeachmedicalcentre”

Entertainment

South Holland Centre........................01775 764777 Springfields Events Centre.................01775 713253 Kings Lynn Corn Exchange.................01553 764864 Holbeach Community Centre.............01406 490379

6. Click on - Book an appointment

Travel

Where a patient cannot attend the practice, if they ring the practice they can activate the online services and then post the login and password to the patient.

7. Scroll down page - click on “book appointment” box 8. Enter user name and password and click on the login section.

National Rail Enquiries .....................08457 484950 Traveline...........................................0871 200 22 33

By the time you receive this, the new larger bus shelter will have been installed at Budgens – a big improvement on the tiny one that was originally installed further up the High Street.

General

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Holbeach Police Station.....................01406 425123 South Holland District Council...........01775 761161 Post Office.........................................01406 422371 Citizens Advice Bureau......................08444 994199 Samaritans........................................01733 312727 Childline............................................0800 1111 Holbeach Library...............................01733 312727

In every issue, Nick Worth, the County Councillor for the Holbeach Division, gives you an insight into what is happening in and around Holbeach and the surrounding villages.

If you would like to contact Nick with a specific question, please email: info@simply-holbeach.co.uk In summary the main points taken from the Police and Crime Commissioners website are: There is a downward trend in crime in Lincolnshire.

Police presence is key to this continuing. I am therefore committed to maintaining 1,100 police officers. To ensure this, I have brought forward the recruitment of 23 police officers.

• With the help of the Chief Constable, I am introducing Volunteer Police Community Support Officers (VPCSOs). This is part of a wider plan to offer more opportunities for the people of Lincolnshire to make a real contribution to the policing of our County. Together with an expansion of our special constabulary and non-uniform volunteer roles, it is my ambition to have 1,000 Lincolnshire volunteers working alongside our employed officers and staff.

• I am aware that some people feel there is a lack of a visible police presence in their area. In addition to my plans for increasing volunteering opportunities and maintaining officer numbers, unless there is an operational reason not to, in future all police officers will wear their uniform when on duty and all police vehicles involved in front line policing will be clearly marked.

• As I pledged during my election campaign, police stations will not be closed where there is a demonstrable operational/community need. I am investigating the possibility of sharing the use of some of our police stations with the local community.

• In the Plan, I have recognised that partnership working is vital. It is impossible to prevent crime and ensure the safety of our communities without us all working together. In addition to the commitments I have made in the Plan, in the coming weeks I will announce how I will fund community safety initiatives and projects that support victims.

• Alcohol is the cause of much anti-social behaviour.

I am committed to zero tolerance of unlawful and nuisance street drinking.

The Police and Crime Commissioned has signalled his intent to visit Holbeach in March, along with copies of his final plan, the date of which I will confirm in the next edition of Nick’s Notes.

The newly elected Police Commissioner has now produced his draft Police and Crime Plan for Lincolnshire and by the time you read this the final published plan will be available – an online version can be found at: www.lincolnshire-pcc.gov.uk/Policy/Police-and-Crime-Plan.aspx

Cllr Nick Worth

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school news Calling teachers, PTA members, pupils...

Do you have exciting news at your school? If you would like to share your school news with the local residents please send details to editor@simply-holbeach.co.uk.

Ayscoughfee Hall School It has been a bright and enthusiastic start to the Spring term for the children of Ayscoughfee Hall School. The school welcomed 9 new children at the start of January, including 8 in the Kindergarten, and all have settled in really well.

The Kindergarten children particularly enjoyed building a snowman in their own outdoor learning area. Meanwhile, a willing band of parent volunteers cleared the snow from the main playground so that the children could continue to get out to play at break times during the recent bad weather.

The children returned after the Christmas holidays to a totally refurbished ICT suite, with 20 new computers installed, which together with the upgraded fibre optic broadband, will further improve the learning experience for the children when using the suite.

The Year 6 children went on a visit to Spalding Gentlemen’s Society where they were amazed by the extensive range of artefacts from all over the world and the collection of books, many dating back hundreds of years.

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The School is now a hive of activity during lunch break and after school as the much wider range of clubs have now started. There are now 23 different clubs each week with lego, recorder, fun with words and craft clubs having been added to the schedule.

Behind the scenes, the school website has been relaunched with a lot more information about what is happening at the school for the benefit of parents and enquirers alike. The website can be found at www.ahs.me.uk.

The school PTFA do a great job both in terms of arranging social events and raising funds to provide additional resources to benefit the children. This year, they are being extremely active raising funds to provide additional playground equipment such as outdoor staging and shade sails. The committee is busy organising the next big event which is the Spring Ball taking place at the school on March 16th.

Acorn Pre-School We have had a very busy term we have been celebrating Chinese New Year. Parents joined the children in eating Chinese’s food from the local take away. We have been using chop sticks, making a dragon and doing dragon dancing.

The children have enjoyed making pancakes for snack and putting orange, lemon, sugar or jam on the top of them.

We are going to be dressing up for world book day and doing lots of different activities for world book day.

Weston St Mary CE Primary This term Weston St Mary CE Primary will be learning all about the Chocolate. We will be continuing with this topic up until Easter. It is being incorporated within; Literacy, Science and Art and Design. We are sure this will be a very interesting topic for the children and they should thoroughly enjoy it!

We have had a busy start to term with new clubs including; recorders, art and crafts and zumba dancing with the Wii! A hockey tournament for years 5 & 6, years 1 & 2 enjoying a Chinese buffet as well as a Breakfast week was 21st January through to Friday 25th and finally, Come Celebrate Candlemas in School.

Following on with the topic of Chocolate – the trip at the end of February is to Cadbury World which, we are sure, will be enjoyed by teachers and children alike!

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Ayscoughfee Hall School For your children’s future “The quality of provision in the early years foundation stage is outstanding” 2011 Independent Schools Inspectorate We have a limited number of spaces available throughout the school and are also taking reservations for future years. Don’t be put off by the idea of high fees - we are no more expensive than private childcare and very competitive in our field.

Entrance to the school starts from age 3½.

Under fives are eligible for Early Years grant funding.

Extended care available 8.00am - 6.00pm Come and visit our friendly, high achieving school and see how we can give your child a great start in life

Please ring 01775 724733 to arrange a visit during term time

Welland Hall, London Road, Spalding, Lincs, PE11 2TE

T: 01775 724 733 www.ahs.me.uk

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If you are not the lucky winner, then maybe a Ragdale Hall gift voucher would be the perfect Mother’s Day present. Available in monetary amounts from £25 or for days or overnight breaks, they are the ideal Mother’s Day gift.

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library news

Reading Corner

by Marion Brown of Holbeach Library

OPENING HOURS Holbeach Library:

Children’s choice

Monday 10am – 6pm, Tuesday Closed, Wednesday 10am – 1pm, Thursday 10am – 5pm, Friday 10am – 7pm, Saturday 10am – 1pm

Adult choice

John Lanchester – Capital his is a truly excellent book. The story of Pepys Road in London and its residents who are ticking along just fine until the financial crisis kicks in. Some of the characters may seem a little clichéd such as the Polish builder and the Asian shop keeper but you like the entire book’s cast, most if not all of the time.

The stories of each person weave around each other to tell a story of love, heartache, cash flow shortages, illness and self

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-indulgence: in fact everything any one of us comes across daily. Thrown in for good measure are terrorist plots, stolen cash and premiership footballers.

The book tears along with humour and why it hasn’t been marketed better is beyond me. Highly recommended.

David Melling Hugless Douglas ouglas is a huggable, loveable brown bear who wakes up one morning in need of a hug and goes off in search of the perfect bear hug. Hooked already, this is a lovely book, nicely illustrated with quirky ideas and imaginative interpretation. The bear wakes up from his hibernation and sets off on the quest for a hug, as he’s been asleep all winter he tries to remember what it was that he best liked about hugs and tries a rock, a tree, a bush, an owl and other things to hug but in the end the best hug comes from… read the book to find out but it will make you go AAAAH. Five star rated from Amazon reviewers you just can’t go wrong.

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his year’s World Book Day on the 7th March promises to be the biggest and best yet.

Children may receive a £1 book token from their school and can spend it on one of the specially produced titles or use it towards any book they want to buy. This is the day designated by UNESCO as a worldwide celebration of reading. The theme this year is the Biggest Book Show on Earth.

If you want to find out more go to www.worldbookday.com/about/ and join in the fun with links to the books published for the day, ideas and games.

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advice If you have a problem at work it is sometimes best to seek advice before confronting your employer. Listed below are some other organisations that may be able to assist:

Arbitration and Conciliation Service (ACAS) Can provide confidential and independent advice to help you sort out your employment dispute. You can get advice by calling their helpline or looking on their website.

Telephone: 08457 47 47 47 Minicom: 08456 06 16 00 www.acas.org.uk

Directgov

By John Willoughby

If you’re having problems getting to work because of the snow and freezing conditions, you should know about your rights.

Work and the snow: your rights Y

our employer might have a bad weather policy and this should say what is expected from you and what you should do if the weather and public transport means that you can’t get to work.

Can my employer dock my pay if I can’t get to work?

If your employer stops your pay when there is no clause in your contract which allows them to do so, you should discuss this with your employer, as you could bring an unauthorised deduction from wages claim to recover the pay owed.

You may have a clause in your contract which says you can be laid off or put on short-time working if your workplace If you can’t get to work because of the snow, your employer can dock your pay. However, you should not has to close down for certain reasons, and if this is the be disciplined or dismissed if your absence was due to case, you will not be entitled to your normal pay for these times even if you are willing to work. You may be entitled circumstances beyond your control. to a retainer payment known as a guarantee payment, You may be able to negotiate with your employer to depending on what your contract says. work at home, to make up the hours or take the time If your contract does not include any such clauses, then off as annual leave to avoid losing pay. your employer can only refuse to pay you when the If you’re having problems with deductions from workplace is closed if you agree to it verbally or in writing. your wages, you should get advice from a specialist My child’s school has closed and there’s no-one else adviser, for example at a Citizens Advice Bureau. to look after them. What about work?

What if my work has closed but I can make it in?

If your child’s school has been closed unexpectedly If your employer closes your place of work and does and you are unable to make alternative childcare not require you to attend work or work from home, arrangements, you have the right to unpaid time off from in principle you should nevertheless be paid, since work to deal with the situation. you are ready and willing to work. However, there If you have any problems with your rights at work, you may be a clause in your contract which says you do not have to be paid if the workplace is closed due to should consult an experienced adviser, for example at a Citizens Advice Bureau. bad weather.

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This is the government’s information website. It gives information about your rights at work and how to resolve a problem at work. www.direct.gov.uk

Equality Advisory Support Service (EASS) If you have experienced discrimination, you can get help from the EASS discrimination helpline.

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Finding your own solicitor if you have to pay If you have to find your own solicitor, there are various organisations which may be able to help you do this. Make sure you check carefully what the solicitor’s fees are before you agree to use them.

The Law Society is the representative body for solicitors and may be able to help you find a private solicitor in your area. You can search their online database of solicitors and other legal advisers at: www.lawsociety.org.uk If you can’t afford to pay for a solicitor and you can’t get legal aid you may be able to find a solicitor who will take your case on a no win no fee basis. If you win or settle your case, you will normally pay up to a third of your compensation to your solicitor. If you’re paying for a solicitor in this way, make sure you check your agreement with them carefully at the beginning, so that you’re clear about what you’re paying.

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Warner Bros Studio TourThe Making of Harry Potter (Spalding Departure) Sun 10 March - Adult £48 Child £41 The Script only 16 left .......................................... Fri 15 March - £50 Ideal Home Show only 9 left ................................ Sun 17 March - Adult £34 Child £22 London Leisure Day only 9 left ........................... Sun 17 March - £22 Sewing for Pleasure/ Fashion, Embroidery & Stitch/Hobbycrafts ............. Sun 24 March ................................................................................ Adult £30 Senior £29 Child £20 Cadbury World ...................................................... Sun 24 March - Adult £31 Child £29 Walking with Dinosaurs (school holidays afternoon show) ........................... Fri 29 March - £45 Last of the Summer Wine & Peak District Tour . Wed 10 April - £30 Il Divo & Katherine Jenkins (Sheffield Arena) ..... Fri 12 April ................................................................................ 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Adult - £26, Senior - £24, Child - £24 Stoke Bruerne Canal Village ............................... Weds 5th June, £30 Hampton Court Palace, Gardens & Maze ........... Sat 8th June, ................................................................................ Adult £37, Senior £35, Child £30 Bon Jovi – Because We can Tour ....................... Sun 9 June - £97 Beating Retreat ..................................................... Wed 12 June - £36 Swan Lake (afternoon show) ................................. Sat 15 June - £80 BBC Gardeners World Live & BBC Summer Good Food Show ................................................. Sun 16th June, ................................................................................ Adult £39 Senior, £37, Child £23 Settle to Carlisle Steam Railway ......................... 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wedding guide

make sure goes off without a hitch Organising a wedding is no small feat, and if you’re planning your own celebration this year, chances are you’ll already have a long list of ‘to dos’ to work through. By Kate Chapman

Fand finding the dress - the list is endless. You’ve rom booking your venue, to choosing a menu

probably ticked off some of the bigger items already, but hopefully this article will give you a few ideas of how to deal with some of the smaller things, that sometimes get forgotten...

Gifts

It’s not just the happy couple who receive presents on their wedding; it’s customary for the bride and groom to buy their bridesmaids, ushers, best man and parents a little something to thank them for their help and support in the run up to the big day.

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wedding, while a floral arrangement is a popular choice for both the mother of the bride and groom.

When it comes to the best man, a keepsake such as a pair of cufflinks, tankard, watch or pen is a lovely memento, or maybe you could treat him in some other way, by paying for his suit hire perhaps?

The same applies to your ushers, and don’t forget your Dads. They’ve no doubt put a lot of effort (and money!) into making sure your celebration goes off without a hitch – so make sure you acknowledge their efforts work too.

And don’t forget your guests - wedding favours have been given for centuries; the first ones, known as ‘bonbonniere’, were presented as glamorous gifts to the wedding guests of French aristocrats.

Originally a symbol of good luck, embodied by a little

trinket box, they were generally made of porcelain or crystal and adorned with precious stones. Inside were luxury items of the day - such as sugarcubes.

Several centuries later they became affordable enough for everyone, and the tradition was adopted by couples all over Europe, when they were later substituted by sugar coated almonds.

These sweet treats remain a popular favour choice today and are usually given in sets of five to represent fertility, longevity, wealth, health and happiness, while their bitter sweet taste is said to represent the bitter-sweet experience of married life!

Today all sorts of gifts are given to wedding guests as a thank you for sharing a couple’s special day - usually matching the event’s theme or colour scheme - and include sweets, seeds, candles and lottery tickets. >>

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Speeches

Whether you’re a gifted public speaker or not, making a wedding speech can be a nerve-wracking business.

There are generally three speeches usual to a wedding reception - made by the best man, the groom and the father of the bride - but that doesn’t mean you can’t break with tradition and include one from the maid of honour / best woman or even the bride.

If your sticking with the usual three, the father of the bride is traditionally called upon first to propose a toast of ‘health and happiness to the bride and groom’. Before doing so, it is his job to welcome the groom’s parents, relatives of both families and other friends and guests.

As well as welcoming his new son-in-law into the family, it is also customary for him to say a few words about his beautiful daughter too.

He is followed by the groom, who traditionally replies on behalf of himself and his new wife. After thanking his parents, and all those present for their gifts and best wishes, he concludes with a toast to the bridesmaids, to thank them for a job well done.

Finally, it is the best man’s duty to reply on behalf of the bridesmaids. His speech should be light-hearted and fun and is often regarded as one of the high points of the reception – so no pressure there then!

If you’re worried about penning a speech, fear not, as there are plenty of books and helpful websites giving tips on all aspects of writing and delivery, as well as family-friendly jokes and even example templates. Just be careful if you go down this route though, and make sure you don’t get caught out using material your guests may have heard elsewhere!

Traditions

Are you superstitious? If so, there are lots of old traditions and customs associated with getting married - the most well known probably being the verse ‘Something old, something new, something borrowed, something blue and a silver sixpence in your shoe’.

This rhyme originated in Victorian times; the ‘something old’ is said to represent the couple’s friends, who will hopefully remain close during the marriage.

Traditionally it was a garter, given to the bride by a happily married woman, in the hope her happiness would be passed on. The ‘new’ symbolises the newlyweds’ happy and prosperous future, while the ‘borrowed’ is often an item lent by the bride’s family which must be returned to ensure good luck.

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represent fidelity and finally the placing of a sixpence in the bride’s shoe was ensure wealth during her married life.

Another popular wedding tradition is the bride dancing with her father, following the first dance with her new husband. This is said to follow on from the tradition of a dad walking his daughter down the aisle to give her away, and is said to represent their special bond.

The cutting of the wedding cake is another traditional part of the reception celebrations, with the couple making the first cut together - to symbolise their shared future.

Cakes have been associated with weddings for centuries.

The Romans shared a cake together during their ceremonies. Not a rich fruit cake, which we traditionally enjoy today, it was said to be a plain confection made fro wheat, flour and water.

In Britain the first cakes were flat and round, and contained fruit and nuts, to symbolise fertility. Another old custom was for guests to throw small cakes over the bride, as we throw confetti today, again to promote fertility.

Family Feuds

When you’re planning your dream day, the last thing you want to deal with is a family feud. Try and tackle any problems head on and early, before the big day arrives.

If your parents are divorced, and often fight, hopefully they will be able to put your needs ahead of theirs for this special occasion. Nevertheless, it might be worthwhile reminding them that they have a responsibility to be civil towards each other – even if just for a few hours.

Pay close attention to your seating plan by putting them with their own relatives, and equal distance from the top table. And be sure to acknowledge them both in any toasts, so they can’t think one is being given preference over the other.

Alternatively, you could allow them to have some input into the seating arrangements and find out if they would be comfortable sitting at the same table. Raise the matter early on so you have time to make any adjustments, if necessary, and once they’ve made their minds up, you can sit back and focus on the task of enjoying your special day.

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Mum ows KnBest

By Kate Chapman

I found myself almost expertly qualified when it came to writing one of the features for this edition, all about choosing a nursery placement your little one (on page 27).

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’ve been checking out our local centres over the last few weeks, in readiness for Nancy, who has just attended her very first session at pre-school.

She was a little quiet when I picked her up this morning, but all in all she seemed to have a good time. With painting, singing, stories and play dough on tap, it must have been heaven for her, while I on the other hand, felt like I was missing my right arm after dropping her off.

I had an inkling she’d be fine though; we’d visited several settings, including the one we finally chose, a few times beforehand and each time I had to drag her home practically kicking and screaming because she wanted to stay and play.

Battling my way on the school run, with a thick blanket of ice and snow to contend with, was in hindsight a bit of a godsend, as it took the focus off the emotional element of the occasion - and the fact that my little lady is growing up fast.

It usually takes a fair bit to make me cry, but I can’t deny I felt myself welling up as she headed off without so much as a backward glance. I should count myself lucky that she was happy to go, rather than clinging limpet-like to my leg.

But it really doesn’t seem five minutes ago that she was a tiny, helpless baby, and somehow, almost overnight, she’s become Little Miss Independent.

I can already see the same happening with Peter, who’s gone from sitting, to standing, to cruising round the furniture in a matter of weeks.

The minute you have children, everyone tells you to make the most of every moment, because before you know it, they’re all grown up, and do you know what - they’re absolutely right.

And speaking of growing up, there’s now the small matter of another first birthday party to organise next month....

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Food safety inspectors have hailed a year of progress following the introduction of a new system of hygiene ratings for outlets throughout South Holland. By Chris Hutchings, SHDC

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he vast majority of eateries are classed as between ‘generally satisfactory’ and ‘very good’ in the district.

The National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme was introduced by South Holland District Council in March last year and of the 890 food establishments in the district, 587 have received a one to five rating. The remaining 303 are either exempt, excluded from the scheme, of a sensitive nature or are ‘awaiting inspection’.

The scheme replaced the Tulip system and has been instrumental in helping to improve standards of food storage and preparation and in informing consumers.

It gives customers a clear indication of the standards of hygiene they can expect at places they are considering visiting for a meal, take-away or to buy food to prepare at home. The scheme includes retailers, residential homes, school meal services and outside caterers.

The scheme started in the district last March and food outlets, such as restaurants, takeaways and pubs are, and will continue to be, inspected by SHDC food safety officers to check hygiene standards meet legal

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requirements. All food hygiene rating visits are carried out unannounced and food safety officers check the following: • How hygienically the food is handled, prepared, cooked, cooled and stored; • The Condition of the structure and equipment , including cleanliness; • How the business manages and records what it does to make sure food is safe, including making sure food handlers have the necessary skills and awareness.

The results of these inspections are rated on a scale ranging from zero at the bottom (which means ‘urgent improvement necessary’) to a top rating of five (‘very good’).

In South Holland 91.5 per cent of outlets are currently rated in the top three classifications and so far just 0.2 per cent have been given a zero where ‘urgent improvement is required’. All premises that are in need of improvement are currently being targeted

by enforcement officers to ensure that an acceptable standard is reached.

These ratings are available to view on the Food Standards Agency website at food.gov.uk/ratings . The food business is also given a sticker and certificate to display at the entrance to their premises. This means that their customers can easily see them and decide if they want to go in.

Councillor Malcolm Chandler, SHDC Portfolio Holder for Food Safety, said: “The scheme has seen excellent benefits for local food businesses and the people that eat and shop in them. The public are able to use the ratings when deciding where to go and food companies recognise that displaying a good hygiene rating is good for business.

“I am very pleased to see that the extent of the interest by food retailers to the point where roadside operators achieve the excellent 5 standard, demonstrating the importance this has to the industry as a whole.

“When customers expect to see a rating, there is a real incentive for food businesses to seek to make improvements to their hygiene standards.”

Catriona Stewart, Head of the Food Hygiene Ratings Team at the FSA said: “South Holland is among the 93 per cent of local authorities in England who are using the hygiene rating scheme in their area.

“Having a single nationwide scheme is good news for people when eating out, as it means they can recognise and use the ratings in their own area as well as further from home. It also provides a level playing field for businesses across the country. If people continue to check the ratings, that will encourage food outlets in South Holland to keep their hygiene standards high.”

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Secret gem

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By Kate Chapman

Photos: courtesy of the National Trust.

An elegant property boasting a wonderful walled garden, Peckover House is a gem hidden away in the middle of Wisbech town centre.

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classic Georgian merchant’s house, it was lived in by the Peckover family for more than 150 years. This family of staunch Quakers lived a very simple lifestyle, yet at the same time ran a successful private bank and both facets of their fascinating life can be seen by visitors to their former home and gardens.

Described as outstanding in their own right, the two-acre grounds are a sensory delight complete with an orangery, summer houses, croquet lawn and rose garden with more than 60 species of rose.

During a visit to Peckover House, you’ll learn all about the Quaker history of the family the property is named after, examine the Cabinet of Curiosities containing old and new artefacts, peek inside the unrestored butler’s pantry and admire the Rococo plasterwork in the drawing room and pantry.

The whole estate, covering 48 acres, was given to the National Trust in 1943 by Alexandrina Peckover, the last descendent of Jonathan Peckover, who originally bought the property in the 1790s. He moved to Wisbech in 1777 and established a small grocer’s business.

Respected for his probity, he soon began holding his customers’ money for safe-keeping. What was informally known as ‘Peckover’s Bank’ had seven accounts in its ledger in 1782, when Jonathan entered into partnership with the well-established Quaker bankers Gurneys & Co, of Norwich.

And this bank, which came to be known as the Wisbech & Lincolnshire Bank, was Wisbech’s first official bank.

It thrived under Jonathan’s family’s management until 1893, when the Peckover’s direct family involvement ceased.

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And in 1896 the Peckover’s bank was amalgamated with 19 other private banks to form Barclays Bank.

Thanks to this, the Peckover family played an important role in the history of Wisbech, and through their wealth supported many institutions including the Wisbech and Fenland Museum and the Working Men’s Club and Institute.

Known for their philanthropy, the Peckovers were also concerned with various causes and campaigned for the abolition of slavery, pacificism and improvements in education.

The former home, standing on the North Brink of the banks of the River Nene, is itself, full of surprises.

Built in around 1722, the property is the most distinguished of those on the Brinks, and breaks the street line by being set back from the terraces to either side.

To the east and west of the main block are curving, single storey extensions, which house the library wing, service areas and the remnants of the former bank building.

Norwich architect Edward Boardman designed these wings in 1877/8 for Alexander Peckover as part of his extension and remodelling of the house to accommodate his extensive library and re-use the space vacated by the family’s banking enterprise in 1878.

The extensive garden, as seen today, has a decidedly Victorian character and is justly celebrated as one of the most important town gardens surviving from this period.

Laid out in the 19th century, it has evolved over a long period of time in response to changes in both gardening fashion and the family’s taste.

In its 19th century heyday, the superb grounds supported 17 gardeners, although this was later reduced to just five under Alexandrina Peckover, and then again to one full-time and one-part time when the National Trust took over the property. * Peckover House and gardens are open from March 2 to November 3, from 1pm to 5pm, every day except Thursday and Friday.

Facilities include a tea-room in a thatched 17th century barn, plus a gift ship in the Old Banking Wing. There is also a second hand bookshop, plant sales and guided tours can also be arranged in advance.

For more information call 01945 583463 or visit www. nationaltrust.org.uk/peckover-house where you can also take a virtual tour of this amazing period property.

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Taking those

first steps

Whether you’re going back to work, or just looking for somewhere to send your little one for a few hours to get them socialising with other children, finding the right childcare option is a big decision for all concerned. by Kate Chapman

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ith both financial and emotional repurcussions at stake, it’s important to take your time and make an informed decision.

There are numerous options available to parents when it comes to looking after the children; if money is no object you could hire a nanny or au pair - there are plenty of companies out there who can help place the right professional with your family.

Although in these tough economic times many mums and dads are turning to their own parents for to look after their offspring, while others are devising ‘time-share’ rotas with friends, to help care for each others kids.

But fear not, if neither of these more cost-friendly options is available to you, there are plenty of others you can consider.

The most popular choice by far is to use a registered childminder, nursery, playgroup or pre-school, who all offer a wide variety of services when it comes to caring for our little people.

Parenting website Mumsnet says: “Many parents send their children to a playgroup or nursery because they think it’s good preparation for school.

“At the age of two or three, your child may still seem small but they’ll be on the Early Years Foundation Stage ladder and the government has plans for them to learn all sorts of things.

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“There are lots of different types of nurseries – big ones, small ones, ones owned by national corporations, small independent nurseries, council-run nurseries, and nurseries that may be affiliated to local schools.

Each will offer something different, and what meets your needs will depend on your family and your requirements.”

You can find out what’s available in your area via www.directgov.uk, by looking in your local library or by asking your health visitor.

And when considering one of these establishments, there are lots of things you can do to help make sure you choose the right one.

Pay a visit to several differetn settings if you can, and take your toddler along with you to see how they react to each different environment; this also gives you the opportunity to meet the staff, see how many other children are there and check out the facilities - such as what outdoor play space is there?

You’ll also be able to see what toys the centre has, what sort of activities the children can get involved in, how safe the setting is and how happy the other children there are.

Request a copy of the centre’s prospectus, and check out its OfSTED report too (you can do this online at www.ofsted.gov.uk or ask for a copy of the latest one

from the manager). Talk to other parents too and find out where they send their children and why.

Before enrolling your child, there are also other things to think about too, like does the establishment provide hot food, and the hours of care you require. Not all of them are open all year round, while some open early and can provide breakfast and stay open late to fit in with working parents.

Ask what age they take children from; some places will take youngsters from just a few weeks old, while others will only enrol them when they are three.

When your child turns three, they are entitled to 15 hours of funded early years provision each week; these vouchers can be used at most nurseries and preschools and, now in Lincolnshire, at some registered childminders, as long as they have been approved to join the accredited Childminding Network (visit www. licolnshire.gov.uk for more information on this).

But remember, every child is different; what suits one, is not guaranteed to be right for another. As long as your child is happy, then you’re more than halfway there.

Remember, you’re going to spend over 20,000 hours on your bed during its (seven year) lifespan so it’s worth taking a little time and effort in the beginning to make sure you make the right choice.

Throughout March it’s National Bed Month - time for a lie in before learning about the importance of a good night’s sleep!

Toxic Sleep: the silent epidemic

by Lisa Artis of The Sleep Council

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rganised by The Sleep Council, the month aims to remind us all of why a sound sleep is good for our health.

Forget the old saying that if “You snooze, you loose.” It’s thought that a good sleep has amazing properties that make you healthier and happier, and can even add years to your life!

Nearly half of us are getting just six hours sleep or less a night. And an alarming four out of five people complain of disturbed or inadequate – or ‘toxic’ – sleep.

The solution could be shockingly simple. According to the Furniture Industry Research Association (FIRA), a bed may have deteriorated by as much as 70% from its ‘as new’ state after 10 years.

Yet, a new Sleep Council survey* for National Bed Month (March) shows people are simply not making the connection between toxic sleep and the state of their bed.

It found four fifths of those questioned regularly experience interrupted sleep or always wake up tired.

And a whopping 47% achieve just six hours sleep or less a night.

67% said they wake up with back or neck ache: a classic symptom of a bed that no long offers the right level of support.

Yet incredibly, nearly nine out of 10 people said they were reasonably or very happy with the comfort of their bed.

“People simply do not seem to make the connection between lack of sleep and the state of their bed,” said Professor Chris Idzikowski of the Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service and Edinburgh Sleep Centre. “It is surprising to find that 67% of the sample were waking up with neck or back pain and not connecting their poor sleep with their, presumably old, bed. The sheer scale of sleep deprivation is worrying.

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“The average person needs a good seven to eight hours sleep a night to function properly but what we are seeing here is nearly half the population suffering from quite significant sleep deprivation. An even higher proportion are reporting disturbed, interrupted or ‘toxic sleep’ – that is, sleep that leaves you still feeling tired in the morning.”

Said Jessica Alexander of The Sleep Council: “As well as reporting a lack of sleep and waking up with neck or back-ache, our survey also found more than a quarter of us would be embarrassed for other people to see the state of their mattress and one in six couples experience roll-together which is caused by a dip in the bed.

“What they are reporting are the classic symptoms of worn out or unsuitable beds.”

Such symptoms of wear and tear are confirmed in the just-published results of a scientific ‘autopsy’ undertaken

by FIRA – the UK’s leading furniture testing and research centre – for The Sleep Council.

Top tips for buying a bed

• Decide your priorities and concerns in advance. For example, is it: price, storage, access to bedroom, turning the mattress, getting in and out of bed, overall size or shape, a health issue, etc • If possible, try a selection of beds for comparison before you buy. Set aside enough time to do the job properly so you can appreciate the differences.

• Buy for correct support and comfort for your weight and build – not just firmness.

• Wear comfortable clothing, remove any outdoor gear and lie on the bed for quite a long time – at least 10 minutes. Lie down in your normal sleeping position and make some turns, too.

• Try it together, if the bed’s for two. You both need to feel comfortable.

• Don’t forget a bed is a mattress and a base working together – don’t consider them in isolation.

• Think big – larger beds are more comfortable.

Being disturbed by a sleeping partner is one of the most common complaints. With a larger bed you are less likely to disturb one another.

• Check dimensions. Bed sizes are not standardised and even if they have the same name (eg King size) they may not be the same size – especially if the mattress and base are not from the same manufacturer.

• You get what you pay for – both in product and service – so spend as much as you can afford.

Said Phil Reynolds, senior manager, technical services at FIRA who conducted the testing: “When we disassembled the used mattresses, all of them showed a loss of height and although it was not possible to see any dust mites or allergen as these are not visible to the naked eye, a covering of dust, skin cells and fibre on the back of one insulator was clearly visible.”

The mattresses were also tested for dust mites and, more importantly, their allergen. Just two micrograms per gram (mcg/g) of dust mite allergen can cause hypersensitivity in asthma sufferers, while ten mcg/g can pose a serious health risk.

Laboratory tests on four different mattresses (one new and three between six-and-a-half and eight years old) found all had lost a degree of ‘height’ due to compression and in one, a spring frame which had penetrated the fabric could potentially have gone on to cause someone an injury.

According to the Medical Entomology Centre, Cambridge, around one in five aged mattresses can contain between two and 10mcg/g of the dust mite allergen and one in 20 has above 10mcg/g.

So despite more than 50% of survey respondents saying they thought a bed should last between up to 12 years and over 20 years, the FIRA autopsy clearly demonstrated that beds as little as six years old could offer significantly less support and comfort than a new one.

“Four out of five people in our survey said they were not getting a good night’s sleep and it is our belief that the problem for a large proportion of them is that they are sleeping on unsuitable or worn out beds.”

Said Jessica Alexander: “The research serves to confirm what we all know but few consumers seem to recognise: On another, the outline of the springs was not only visible beds do deteriorate in time and that is bound to have on the surface but the entire top ring of the springs could an effect on the level of support and comfort they offer which will, in turn, affect the quality of sleep. easily be felt through the cover.

Other signs of deterioration shown up by the tests included compressed and rusting springs, compacted fillings, split seams, frayed edging, musty smelling fillings, indentations, severe discolouration, baggy covers and loose or missing tufts.

*Research for the Sleep Council ‘Toxic Sleep’ survey was conducted online by Pollab Ltd between January 26 – 27 2011. A total of 1,030 UK adults (aged 16+) were questioned, the sample being broadly representative of the UK population and demographically broken down by age, gender, region and marital status.

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gardening

Spring preparing your garden ready for

From the longer daylight hours to the sound of morning birds, the signs of spring are all around us. Spring and winter are currently battling it out but there’s plenty to do to prepare your spring garden. Here are some ways to

by Hayley Willerton get your garden ready for the better weather.

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Start fertilising house plants as soon as there are more hours of daylight than darkness.

Re-acclimatise plants that have been inside all winter to the outdoors. Ease them outside on warm days but don’t leave them out overnight until there’s no chance of frost. Don’t forget to clip dead leaves off to focus nutrients.

Clean off leaves with a mild detergent and warm water. Don’t scrub or pull on leaves.

Outside

• Clear out weeds, debris and last year’s dead leaves from garden

beds and loosen soil. Top Tip - pulling weeds is easier while

the ground is wet.

• Add compost and natural fertiliser such as odorless horse manure

when the soil is dry enough.

• Help the compost decompose by turning it with a pitchfork every

few weeks.

• Remove dead flower heads from bulbs that have finished

flowering so their energy is able to focus on new bulb development.

• Lift and divide large clumps of herbaceous plants. Remove the old

woody stalks and add them to the compost.

• Keep an eye out for aphids that like that new spring growth. Use

botanical pesticide as a last resort to insect attacks.

• If trees and shrubs in your garden have broken branches or

“suckers” (small young branches), cut them off as close as possible

to the main branches, as they zap the strength of the tree.

• Use vinegar and lemon juice to remove mold and mildew from

garden tools, plastic toys and lawn furniture before putting them

outside. Take advantage of your recycling days to properly

dispose of old appliances, batteries, paint cans, and other

non waste items.

• Remove fallen leaves from gutters and around the foundation

of the house to prevent mold and mildew from forming. Mulch

and compost your leaves and place them around acid-loving

plants and trees.

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Now all we need to do is sit back wait for the warmer days to arrive and we can crack open the BBQ!

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property

This modern, three bedroom, semidetached house is situated within walking distance of shops, schools and amenities.

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Benefitting from gas central heating and UPVC windows and doors, the property offers spacious accommodation comprising of an enatrance hall, lounge/diner, kitchen, landing, three bedrooms, en-suite shower room to master bedroom and a family bathroom.

To the rear of the property there is a low maintenance rear garden and off road parking leading to a single garage.

The property is unfurnished and available from the 1st March as a long term let at £600 per calendar month. For more information or to arrange a viewing please contact Jigsaw Lettings.

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Spalding & local areas 01775 739263 www.ahminstallations.co.uk

motoring

Lexus GS 450h Luxury hybrid Auto Sitting behind the wheel of a Lexus is always a pleasure. It doesn’t really feel like you’re driving the GS 450h though – it’s so accomplished it almost drives itself.

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist

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he full hybrid GS 450h Luxury model, introduced in February 2012, does what it says on the tin well. It oozes opulence on the inside and has a heady mix of petrol and electric power underneath its skin.

The first clue that it’s a hybrid (apart from the ‘Hybrid’ badges discreetly stuck to each side of the car) is when you push the starter button. There’s no engine noise and no exhaust note – just a barely audible hum. You see, the Lexus operates in electric-only mode as much as possible, the petrol engine kicking in without a glitch when you get to around 30mph or when extra power is needed – e.g. climbing hills.

But you don’t need to drive the 450h like an eco-warrior if you don’t want to. It’s a true beast when not tootling along at ‘green’ speeds. And so it should be with a massive 3.5 litre V6 lump under the bonnet. Developing 286bhp with 197bhp worth of electric assistance makes it disgracefully rapid. It’ll hit 0-62mph in under six seconds and the needle will rise all the way to 155mph before an electronic limiter says enough is enough. But be warned, the power output can surprise you and sometimes the back end can skip out on greasy surfaces if you’re too heavy footed.

Despite the excitement the motor can stir up, the big GS appears fairly modest on the outside. Inside is a different story: the car includes a high specification that’s rich in advanced technology and features, combined with precision fit and finish and attention to detail.

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Twitter @carwriteups www.carwriteups.co.uk The Lexus is definitely best for long distance motorway commutes. It can feel a little big and ungainly on twisty country roads but, with the help of its smooth auto gearbox, it glides effortlessly along the straights. Cabin contentment is assured with leather upholstery, dual-zone climate control and electrically adjustable front seats. The steering wheel is electrically adjustable, too, and incorporates paddle shifts. On-board entertainment is provided by a 12-speaker audio system with CD player, DAB tuner, Bluetooth and USB/Aux ports for connecting personal music players. A Mark Levinson premium surround system with 12.3-inch navigation and multimedia screen is available as an option on the 450h Luxury model, and came already fitted to my test car. It’s the largest screen on the market, yet it doesn’t dominate; in fact it seems at one with the Lexus’ interior.

The 450h Luxury grade has lots of other kit, but standing head and shoulders above the crowd is the blind spot detection system which is integrated into the door mirrors. This is incredibly useful, not to mention a great safety feature, especially when visibility is reduced on those dark, spray-ridden motorway commutes.

If I had a wallet fat enough to contain nearly £50k, then I might well walk into a Lexus dealership and buy a GS 450h. It’s less flashy than some of the

German marques that many businessmen feel they must drive, but it looks after you just as well - maybe even better. It’s a cracking car – but I suspect it’s slightly too expensive for many – and maybe not quite cool enough for others. If this was America it’d be a different story – Lexus is seen as the crème de la crème of motoring there.

PROS ‘N’ CONS √ √ √ √ X

Luxurious Rapid Fuel efficient Safe Expensive

FAST FACTS • • • • •

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Max speed: 155 mph 0-62 mph: 5.9 secs Combined mpg: 46.3 Engine: 3456 cc V6 24 valve petrol/electric Max. power (bhp): 286 at 6000 rpm (+ 197 bhp electric assistance) Max. torque (lb/ft): 254 at 4600 rpm CO2: 141 g/km

Price: £44,995 on the road

MINI One Hatch representative example including PEPPER Pack and MINI tlc**

47 monthly payments Term of agreement

On the road cash price* 48 months

£189.00

£15,059.00 Dealer deposit contribution Customer deposit

Total deposit

SYCAMORE (PETERBOROUGH) LTD

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£313.58

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£10.00

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As a fully fledged branch of the MINIstry of Finance, Sycamore is dedicated to making MINIs more affordable.

Contact Sycamore on 01733 707074 to find out more or to book a test drive†. Good show.

Total amount of credit £12,046.42

Rate of interest 5.9% Fixed

Representative 5.9% APR

Offer available on orders placed between 1 January and 31 March and registered by 31 March. Finance example is based on a MINI Select agreement for the model stated, a MINI One Hatch with PEPPER Pack and MINI tlc, a contract mileage of 40,000 miles and an excess mileage charge of 3.00p per mile. **MINI tlc provides scheduled service cover for 5 years or 50,000 miles (whichever comes first) at MINI Service Authorised Workshops; maintenance items (e.g. tyres, brake pads and 2nd brake fluid change) not covered; not transferable to another vehicle. *On the road cash price is based on manufacturer’s recommended retail price and includes 3 year MINI Dealer Warranty, MINI Emergency Service, 12 months’ road fund licence, vehicle first registration fee, delivery, number plates and VAT. ^Option to purchase fee and optional final payment payable at the end of the agreement if you decide to purchase the vehicle. Excess mileage charges and vehicle condition charges may be payable if you return the vehicle. Prices are correct at time of publication (January 2013) and are subject to change without notice. Retail customers only.

Finance is subject to status and available to over 18s in the UK only (not the Channel Islands or Isle of Man). Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Advertised finance is provided by MINI Financial Services, Bartley Way, Hook, Hampshire RG27 9UF. We commonly, but not exclusively, introduce customers to MINI Financial Services. This introduction does not amount to independent financial advice. †Test drive subject to status and availability. MINIstry of Finance is not connected or endorsed by any government department.

Official Fuel Economy Figures for the MINI Hatch Range: Urban 28.0–67.3 (10.1–4.2 l/100km).

Extra Urban 49.6–80.7 (5.7–3.5 l/100km). Combined 39.8–74.3 (7.1–3.8 l/100km). CO2 emissions 165–99 g/km.

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BMW Economics

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The Ultimate Driving Machine

A LEAN 51.4* MILES PER GALLON FOR A MEAN MONTHLY PAYMENT.

Given the amount of thought we put into a BMW engine, it’s hardly surprising how little goes into the tank. The BMW 116i Sport 5-door model is incredibly fuel efficient. Yet even more incredibly, they deliver the same exhilarating driving dynamics you would expect from a BMW. All with an attractive monthly payment.

BMW Select finance representative example for the BMW 116i Sport 5-door.

Term of agreement

35 monthly payments

On the road cash price**

Customer deposit

Dealer deposit contribution

Total deposit

Total amount of credit

Option to purchase fee^

Optional final payment

Total amount payable

Rate of interest

36 months

£249.00

£21,280.00

£3,299.00

£998.92

£4,297.92

£16,982.08

£10.00

£10,215.00

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Representative 4.9% APR

To find out more or to arrange a test drive†, visit www.sycamorebmw.co.uk.

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BMW ECONOMICS.

Official fuel economy figures for the BMW 116i Sport 5-door: Urban 39.8mpg (7.2l/100km). Extra Urban 61.4mpg (4.8l/100km).

Combined 51.4mpg (5.7l/100km). CO2 emissions 132g/km.

Offers are available on selected BMW 1 Series Sport 5-door models ordered between 1 January 2013 and 31 March 2013 and registered by 30 June 2013, subject to availability. Finance example is based on a BMW Select agreement for a BMW 116i Sport 5-door with a contract mileage of 30,000 miles and an excess mileage charge of 6.9p per mile. *Figure based on the 116i Sport 5-door model. **On the road cash price is based on manufacturer’s recommended retail price and includes 3 year BMW Dealer Warranty, BMW Emergency Service, 12 months’ road fund licence, vehicle first registration fee, delivery, number plates and VAT. ^Option to purchase fee and optional final payment payable at the end of the agreement if you decide to purchase the vehicle. Excess mileage charges and vehicle condition charges may be payable if you return the vehicle. Prices are correct at time of publication (February 2013) and are subject to change without notice. Retail customers only. Finance is subject to credit acceptance and available to over 18s in the UK only (excludes the Channel Islands and Isle of Man). Guarantees and indemnities may be required. Advertised finance is provided by BMW Financial Services, Bartley Way, Hook, Hampshire, RG27 9UF. We commonly, but not exclusively, introduce customers to BMW Financial Services. This introduction does not amount to independent financial advice. †Test drive subject to applicant status and availability.

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motoring

Hyundai Veloster Turbo SE 1.6 T-GDi Hyundai makes some really exciting, different looking cars these days. The Veloster is perhaps the one that turns heads the most.

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n the outside the motor is squat, sporty and sits on its haunches like a wild dog about to attack. It retains the standard car’s unique 1+2 door layout but with the addition of visual enhancements designed to give the Veloster an even more athletic and purposeful look. The front bumper, radiator grille and front fog lights are new to the Turbo. The rear also benefits from a revised bumper, which includes a fresh fog lamp design plus round twin exhausts and diffuser. A longer and wider rear spoiler with integrated LED brake light is included in the visual changes along with a red “Turbo” nameplate on the bottom right of the bootlid.

But is it a dog with teeth? Well, yes and no. The Veloster only has a 1591cc engine. That might seem a bit unimpressive, but bear in mind it’s a petrol turbo cable of churning out 184bhp. The heady Hyundai’s needle will spin to 133mph and it’ll reach the magical 0-62mph mark in 8.4 seconds.

All the figures sound great on paper, but the car just didn’t cut the mustard for me. Don’t get me wrong; the Turbo SE 1.6 T-GDi feels quick but it’s just not as exciting as its appearance leads you to believe. Why that is I just don’t know. Maybe the car is too well sound-proofed, or perhaps it’s all psychological and I was simply expecting

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it to kick like a mule. Whatever the case, it didn’t make me feel all buzzy and tingly like some hot-hatches do.

Disappointing performance sensations aside, I do rate this car for a variety of reasons: it’s stuffed full of gear; it has tonnes of aesthetic appeal; it stands out from the crowd, and it’s relatively cheap. As well as all the turbo powered gadgetry under the hood, £22,000 will buy you 18 inch alloy wheels, a body kit, leather upholstery, climate control, LED running lights, keyless entry, a touch screen media centre and more driver and passenger protection aids than you care to count. In fact, the car is proven to be very safe, having been awarded the maximum five-star safety rating by independent vehicle assessment organisation, Euro NCAP. As with all new Hyundai products, the Veloster Turbo SE is backed by the manufacturer’s fully transferable 5 Year Triple Care assurance package. This includes a five year unlimited mileage warranty, five years free roadside assistance and five years vehicle health checks. So with the ‘13’ reg now out – why not get down to your nearest Hyundai dealer!

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Twitter @carwriteups www.carwriteups.co.uk PROS ‘N’ CONS √ Looks √ Kit √ Safety √ Good value X Not as thrilling as it looks

FACTS • • • • • • •

Max speed: 133 mph 0-62 mph: 8.4 secs Combined mpg: 40.9 Engine: 1591 cc 16 valve 4 cylinder turbo petrol Max. power (bhp): 184 at 5500 rpm Max. torque (lb/ft): 195 at 1500-4500 rpm CO2: 157 g/km

Price: £21,995 on the road

items for sale For more items for sale listings visit www.simply-holbeach.co.uk Wooden filing cabinet with single drawer, beech finish.

54cm high x 50cm deep x 43cm wide. Excellent condition. £20 T: 01775 722630 Exercise Bike includes extras, buyer collects. £90.00 o.no.

T: 01775 767165

Baby items, Navy blue carriage like pram. £50.00 T: 07949 954164 High chair £10.00 T: 07949 954164 Changing mat £3.00 T: 07949 954164 Bouncer chairs 1 blue / 1 brown £5.00 each T: 07949 954164 Carry car seat £25.00 T: 07949 954164 Moses basket and rocking stand £20.00 T: 07949 954164 Steriliser £15.00 T: 07949 954164 Hotpoint Condenser Dryer, as new cost £229.00 will accept £130.00 o.n.o buyer collects T: 01406 490259 Ladies Clothes, various items including skirts, tops, Jacket style cardigan, coat all size 18. £5.00 each or 3 for £12.50 T: 01775 750610

Rotovater under a year old. £350.00 o.n.o Spalding area T: 01775 722858

Stainless Steel, single bowl sink brand new, can be left hand or right hand £25.00 T: 01406 424276 Selection of Lampshades from £2.00 each.

T: 01406 424276 Kitchen Trolley with three chrome baskets draws ideal for vegetables etc £20.00 T: 01406 424276 Mobility Scooter, Euro shopper, red v,g,c as had very little use.£600.00 no offers T: 01775 718174 Red Mountain Bike in v.g.c T: 01775 718174 Qualcast Punch CP30 electric cylinder mower T: 01775 722217 Hologen oven in v.g.c only used 3 times. £25.00 T: 01775 718174 For sale 4 axle stands, 2 car ramps, and 1 trolly jack £40.

T: 01775 722217

Leisuretime Sunbed - Elite Double Unit Very Lightly used (As new) Elite Double Unit comprising: 9 x Wolff System RSC Speed 100W tubes to top unit (Made in Germany), 9 x Phillips Performance 80W tubes to fixed bottom unit (Made in Holland), 1 x Full length Boby Breeze Unit, 1 x 30 minutes total timer, with 5 minute stages.

Location for collection: Spalding Lincs £400.00 T: 07802 234758 Computer Workstation, on castors, finished in light coloured wood effect and metal framework, with pullout shelf for keyboard. £20.00 T: 01775 766945 Brand New White pvc casual summer ladies shoes, size 6 as per photo only £7 for quick sale.

T: 01775 723504 or 07939782121 Brand New Cream slip on ladies shoes c/w black sole.Size Euro 40 as per photo only £7 for quick sale.

T: 01775 723504 or 07939 782121

Silver Cross Pram, Linear chassis, freeway pushchair body, includes Ventura plus infant carrier, parasol, foot muff. v.g.c £80.00 o.n.o T: 01775 711880 Microwave convention/ grill oven, (un used) cost new £100.00 £25.00 T: 07530 555126 Three Piece Suite, three seater settee & two arm chairs 3yrs £300.00 T: 01775 712519 Earlex 3000 electric spray station.Can be used inside for decorating,or outside on fencing etc. Used once.

Cost over £60 accept £50.

T: 01775 680539

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As new Frank Thomas Blue and White jacket, only worn twice. Very nice jacket only £10, very reluctant sale. Size Medium/ Large. T: 01775 723504 or 07939 782121.

Hunter ladies navy wellingtons, size five.

Bought as present, still in box unworn. £50 no offers.

T: O1775 680539 Twin Electric Hotplates £5.00 T: 01775 723789 Sunbeam Combination Grill, with reversible plates. £5.00 T: 01775 723789 Britta water Filter with 6 original filters and instruction leaflet. £7.50 T: 01775 723789 Adidas Swing Bin, col brown £2.50 T: 01775 723789 HP Desktop Printer 5600 series with manual and disc good working order £10.00 T: 01775 723789

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what’s on Courses and Clubs - For more clubs and classes visit www.simply-holbeach.co.uk/clubs Monday 9.30am - 10.30am Pilates with Lisa, Pinchbeck Library.

T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 9.30am - 10.30am Zumba Fitness, Spalding School of Dance T: 077393 60370 10am - 12pm Mums and Tots Group. Spalding Gymnastics Academy, £3, T: 01775 713599 12.30pm - 1.30pm Preschool Gymnastics Group, £4, Spalding Gymnastics Academy, T; 01775 713599 2.00pm – 4pm Kurling, St Norberts Church, St Thomas Road T: 01775 761912 4.45pm – 6.15pm Aiming Higher Programme of Dance Classes for young people with disabilities, South Holland Centre 6pm-7pm, Zumba Fitness Class, Gleed School. T: 07595 597023 7.30pm, Pilates, Weston Hills Village Hall, T: 07966371402 www.pilates4everyone.co.uk, Sharpchr@gmail.com

Tuesday Moulton Methodist Church Tots and Carers Group, Bell Lane Moulton Term Time Tots - 9am - 11.30am £1.00 for the first child and 75p any other children Contact Hendrina Tibbs on 01406 371312 9.15am – 11.30am Sunshine Club, St Norberts Church Hall, T: 01775 714410 9.30am – 10.30am Hoopy Loopy – Hula Hoop Class, Surfleet Village Hall T: 01775 750133 10.30am, Legs, bums & Tums class, Sezanne Walk community centre, Spalding. 01522 585580 or 07814 165146 2pm – 4pm, second and forth Tues of the month, Spalding Music Club, Ivo Day Centre, T: 01775 723435 2pm - 4pm New Age Kurling, Suitable for all abilities,adapted from the game on ice. £2.50 per session. Whaplode Village Hall T: 01406 370961 or 01406 370377 E: pamelamcneil45@tiscali.co.uk 5.45pm – 7.15pm Sing South Holland Contemporary Youth Choir T: 01775 764777 5.50pm, term times, 1st Spalding Boys’ Brigade Company, Spalding Baptist Church, for ages 5 - 18. T: 01775 725713 6.00pm - 6.45pm Zumba, Pinchbeck East Primary School.

T: 07989 206246 6.30pm - 7.30pm Static Bike Training with Spalding Cycling Club.

T: 07989 214032

50yrs plus Legs, Bums and Tums session at Sezanne Walk, Spalding on a Tuesday 10.30 – 11.30am.

T: 07944 432 400 Legs, Bums and Tums at Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach every Tuesday 6.00 – 7.00m T: 07944 432 400 Aerobics at Lyndis Walk Community Hall, Holbeach every Tuesday 7.00 – 8.00pm T: 07944 432 400 Children’s Yoga Class 9.30 - 10.15am (term time only) Venue - Moose Hall, Love Lane, Spalding Contact yogadawn@hotmail.co.uk or 07906 441273

7pm - 8.30pm Junior Fencing (7- 13yrs). Castle Sports Complex.

T: 01775 762178, E: BlademasterGBR@aol.com, W: custodiansfencingclub.co.uk 8.30pm - 10.30pm Adult Fencing (14yrs +). Castle Sports Complex.

T: 01775 762178, E: BlademasterGBR@aol.com, W: custodiansfencingclub.co.uk 9pm – 10pm Water Polo Club, Castle Sports Complex T: 07584 034372

Friday

10 – 11.30am, Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding PE11 2XP 10am – 12noon & 7pm – 9pm Pottery Class, Unique Cottage Farm Studios, T: 01775 766698 12noon - 1pm Yoga with Lisa, Pinchbeck T: 07929 341042, E: lisa@fitnesswithlisa.co.uk 7.30pm - 9pm (term time) Spalding Marching Ambassadors,( 9yrs to 21yrs) learn to play drum & trumpet. United Reform Church, Pinchbeck Road, Spalding, £1.00 subs per week T: 01775 723087, E: jim-bright@hotmail.co.uk 8.30pm - 9.30pm Zumba Fitness, Spalding School of Dance T: 077393 60370 Indoor bowls, Spring Gardens, Long Sutton every Wednesday 6.00 – 7.30pm T: 07944 432 400

10am -3pm Flower Painting Watercolour Workshops, The Lincolnshire Gallery, T: 01945 870411 10am, Indoor bowls & coffee, Park Court Community room, Weston.

T: 01522 585580 10 – 11.30am, Shining Stars Toddler group, The Lighthouse Church, Haverfield Road, Spalding PE11 2XP 2pm, Seated Salsa, Lyndis Walk community centre, Holbeach.

01522 585580 or 07814165146 4pm – 5pm, Tennis Training (5-8 Years), Spalding Tennis Club T: 01775 712230 5pm – 6pm, Tennis Training (11-16 Years), Spalding Tennis Club T: 01775 712230 7.30pm - 8.45pm Family Taekwondo, Castle Sports Complex T: 01775 760190 or E: k.e.temple@btinternet.com 9.45am Music Bugs, St Norberts Community Centre Tel 0844 578 1015 10am – 11.15am Junior Golf Coaching, Spalding Golf Club T: 01775 680474 10.45am Music Bugs, St Norberts Community Centre T: 0844 578 1015

Thursday

Saturday

Moulton Methodist Church Tots and Carers Group, Bell Lane Moulton Term Time Tots - 9am - 11.30am £1.00 for the first child and 75p any other children Contact Hendrina Tibbs on 01406 371312 9.15am Zumba Fitness The Vista, Spalding, T: 07595 597023 9.30am – 12.30pm Third Thurs of the month, Unique Textile Group, Unique Cottage Farm Studios 10am Musical Minis, Ivo Day Centre, contact Janie McCormick on 01778 570340, www.musicalminis.co.uk 2 -4pm, Come Knit With Us, Park Court community centre, Weston. 07757657510 or 01522 585580 7.00-8.00pm Zumba Fitness, at Spalding School of Dance T: 077393 60370

10am – 11am, Tennis Training (8 -11 Years), Spalding Tennis Club, T: 01775 712230

Wednesday

Sunday 8am - Cowbit Car Boot, Moulton Chapel Roundabout, A16 Bypass (booters from 7am) 11am – 12noon, Tennis Training (11-14 Years), Spalding Tennis Club T: 01775 712230 10.30am - 12noon Family Taekwondo, Castle Sports Complex T: 01775 760190 or E: k.e.temple@btinternet.com 7.30pm - 10.15pm Social Sequence Dance. T: 01526 348353 or E: valdancer@tiscali.co.uk

Diary Dates - For more clubs and classes visit www.simply-holbeach.co.uk/diarydates 1 March, Robin Ince, 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 2 March, Peter Facer & Richard Uttley, 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 5 March - 6 March, Running on the Cracks, 7.30pm & 1.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 5 March, SACS, 7.30-9.30pm, Pinchbeck Village Hall, helen.kempton@ gmail.com, 01733211085, www.saacs.org.uk 6 March, Paul Metsers, 8.15pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 9 March, SHOCK Fest, 4pm - 11.30pm, Pinchbeck Village Hall for Sir John Gleed’s Memorial Garden for Callum Pite and CLIC Sargent 10 March, Mother’s Day, 10-4pm - last tour 3pm, Moulton Windmill, High Street, Moulton PE12 6QB, 01406 373237, www.moultonwindmill.co.uk

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14 March, Spalding Music Centre’s Spring Celebration Concert, 7pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 15 March, Café Chaos, 8pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 16 March - 17 March, Green Man Stained Glass Workshop, 10am to 4pm, Strawberry Glass, Unique Cottage Studios, Fulney Lane South, Spalding, PE12 6FA, gillian@strawberryglass.co.uk, 07714 458813, www.strawberryglass.co.uk 16 March, Rotary Club of Holbeach Charity Ball, 7.00 pm, The South Holland Centre, Market Place, Spalding, tickets@rotary-holbeach.org.uk, 01406 373246, www.rotary-holbeach.org.uk 17 March, Spring Craft Fair, 10-4pm, Moulton Mill, High Street, Moulton PE12 6QB, 01406 373237, www.moultonwindmill.co.uk

19 March, Meena Lee Quartet, 8.00 pm, The Wheatsheaf, Moulton Chapel, Nr Spalding, PE12 0XL, 01406 380525 20 March - 23 March, The Wind in the Willows, 7.30pm & 2.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 22 March, Stained Glass Workshop, 10am to 4pm, Strawberry Glass, Unique Cottage Studios, Fulney Lane South, Spalding, PE12 6FA, gillian@ strawberryglass.co.uk, : 07714 458813, www.strawberryglass.co.uk 26 March, Pendulums Bargain Emporium, 7.30pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 27 March, NT Live:People, 7pm, South Holland Centre, 01775 764777 31 March, Easter Egg Hunt, 10-4pm, Moulton Mill, High Street, Moulton PE12 6QB, 01406 373237, www.moultonwindmill.co.uk

March 2nd. 7.30pm. Tickets £17.50 Juke Box and Bobby Sox. Great 60s musical show all the best sounds of th rock and roll years.

March 16th. 7.30pm. Tickets £17.50 The Barron Knights. The one and only original group who had so many hits not to be missed.

March 8th. 7.30pm. Tickets £16.00 & £14.00 The London Philharmoniic Skiffle Orchestra. Great crazy band with all the best of the skiffle era played on many strange instruments.

March 24th. 7.30pm. Tickets £16.00 & £14.50 3 Bonzos and A Piano. The fantastic bonzo dog doo dah band 3 original members come to blackfriars with the crazy show to end all shows definatly not to be missed.

March 9th. 7.30pm. Tickets £15.99 Jack The Ripper. A 20th century investigation eye opening show with secret information presented by an ex detective inspector giving possible identifacation of the notorious crimes.

March 10th. 7.30pm. Tickets £18.00 The Johnny Cash Road Show. Fantastic tribute to the legendary country singer.

March 15th. 7.30pm. Tickets £14.50 & £12.50 Daniel O’Connell. Britains only tribute to the great Daniel O’Donnell.

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March 30th. 7.30pm. Tickets £15.00 & £13.00 Richard Digence. Richard makes a welcome return to Blackfriars with his new concert of self penned songs and comedy.

March 31st. 5.00pm. Tickets £18.00, £15.00 & £12.50 The Vienna Festival Ballet present Sleeping Beauty. Wonderful production.

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Bargains across the store!

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SPRING SALE

Sharp 32” LED LC32LE40E HD ready, Freeview built in slim LCD TV with edge LED backlighit was £449

Sharp LC40 LE511 40” LCD TV, Was £699

Panasonic TXL39EMS 39” LED TV, Was £599

Panasonic TXL32CS 32” LCD TV, Was £429

Now £349

Now £599

Now £549

Now £399

Hotpoint WML940P Washing Machine in white Was £349

Candy GODF800 8kg load washing machine, 1400 spin, Was £319

Now £319

Now £279

Hotpoint V3D01P Reverse action 3kg Hotpoint TVEM70P 7kg vented tumble capacity Tumble Dryer Was £179, dryer, large reverse action, Was £219

STAR BUY

Indesit IWC6125, 6kg 1200spin washing machine, Was £299

Now £269

Haier DW12-TF White Free Standing Dishwasher, 12 Place Settings. Was £269

Indesit IDS105 Slimline Dishwasher, Was £269

Now £249

Now £249

Now £169

Now £199

Beko Ceramic Hob Oven, 60cm double oven ceramic hob Was £469

Beko BA51NEWSP, Eye leve gas cooker, 50cm wide, Was £369

Hotpoint RFAA22, 55cm wide, ‘A’ plus rated fridge freezer, Was £299

Amica FC126 Larder Fridge, 50cm wide, Was £159

Now £449

Now £319

Now £289

now £139

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