Simply Holbeach February 2012

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In This Issue......

04 - News 08 - Nick’s Notes 10 -School News 12 -Library News 14- Disability Guidance 19 - Recipes 21 - Mum Knows Best 22 - Pets Corner 27 - Dance for Fitness 32 - Motoring 34 - Kings Lynn Focus 36 - Oscar’s Outings 38 - What’s On 40 - Handy Contacts 42 - Items for Sale

The Team - What are our New Year’s Resolutions?

Hayley Willerton Managing Director I received some half dead flowers - needless to say he didn’t last long!

Kate Tarrant Sales Manager

Welcome to the February edition of Simply Holbeach

Wow, January is almost over and Spring is just around the corner - usually this time of year seems to drag but it is flying by. Maybe what my Nan always tell me is true ‘the years go quicker the older you get’.

2012 is going to be all about the Olympics and Jubilee - will you be organising a Street Party? Getting together with friends or is it something which doesn’t interest you? We would like to know what is happening in and around the town, so please let us know what your plans are - we may even be able to help you!

This issue is jam packed full with news of what is happening in and around Holbeach. This time of year is traditionally the time when many of us think about moving home and we have lots of advice on page 28 to help you make your decision - improve your existing home or look for a new one? Of course there are all the usual regulars - Kids Corner, Oscar’s adventures and School News.

We are also excited to welcome Kate Chapman as our new columnist for Mum Knows Best. Kate is a familiar face to many and we are excited to hear all about her growing family’s adventures.

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.

Hayley x Please help the local community stay vibrant by supporting local businesses - and don’t forget to mention Simply Holbeach when calling or buying a product from an advertiser you have seen in the magazine! Without the loyalty of our advertisers we would not be able to deliver such a great magazine to you every month.

Expect the Unexpected

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An enormous teddy bear! which I had to take back to work!

Theresa Geeson Sales Executive A pig’s heart announcing that he was giving me his heart!

Toni Taylor Sales Executive I haven’t as I choose and give hubby the bill!

Rosie Willerton Sales Support Executive When your other half has bought something and you’ve forgot!

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Communities Urged To Join Diamond Jubilee Fun Street parties, fetes and large public events are expected to be held up and down the country this year to toast the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II’s accession to the throne.

occasion of this magnitude happened was in the days of Queen Victoria. It will not happen again in our lifetime and is an event that you can all join in, that will make you proud to be British.

To help you get organised and ensure your event goes with a swing, South Holland District Council will be producing a toolkit or checklist on what to do ahead of the celebrations which will be taking place from Saturday, June 2 until Tuesday, June 5.

Grants are available for street parties and community events from a number of organisations including South Holland District Council’s Designated Budget Scheme where each councillor has monies available for local projects and initiatives.

Organising small, private street parties and fetes is straightforward and will not normally require licenses . However if you are thinking about a larger event, planning to have a pay-bar, charging admission, selling food, providing entertainment or want to close your street for an afternoon, there are licenses and legalities involved which you can get help with.

The Street Party Toolkit will be available to download at http://www.sholland.gov.uk/leisure/ TheQueensDiamondJubilee2012.htm If you have any questions please contact the Community Development Team at SHDC on 01775 761161 or email community@sholland.gov.uk

Councillor Nick Worth, SHDC Executive Member for Community Development, said: “The last time an

Holbeach Hero’s In the early hours of Jan 5th, Lincolnshire Fire and Rescue were called to a House fire in Holbeach, inside the property a 20 year old man had been overcome by smoke on the 2nd floor, the Holbeach Crew arrived and Fire-fighter Sean Taylor [left] and Fire-fighter Stuart Hatton entered the smoke filled building wearing Breathing apparatus and soon located the unconscious man and carried him to safety, where colleagues outside the building administered Oxygen and First Aid treatment.

Thankfully the man has made a full recovery and thanks to the swift actions of Sean and Stuart and the Holbeach crew along with other neighboring crews from Long Sutton and Spalding who also attended was the fire was soon extinguished.

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nice to have a good result, if we had not found him so quick the result could have easily been fatal, smoke is the number one killer in a fire, we all put a lot of time and effort into training and giving fire cover, this proves it is all worth it’.

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Local Community Opticians Welcomes New Family Member

Ticket Giveaway A television classic is to be brought to the stage when Spalding’s St Nicolas’ Players bring the ever-popular ‘Allo ‘Allo to the South Holland Centre as their spring production.

Local community optician Andy Molsom has just announced that his niece Annica Clark, has joined the family business, Molsom & Associates in Spalding, to train as a Qualified Dispensing Optician. She has spent the past 18 months gaining experience at the firm’s Donington practice with her Mum, Cheryl Clark, and is now stepping up to take the professional qualification.

Under the guidance of Anglia Ruskin University and practice Manager Lee Purdy FBDO, she will undertake the 3 year distance learning course, with block release to become a registered Dispensing Optician.

Get Hooked At Springfields!

The hook is baited with great discounts on fishing tackle... at the new Dragon Carp Direct clearance store now open at Springfields Outlet Shopping in Spalding, Lincolnshire.

The store stocks a wide range of fishing equipment including rods, lines, hooks and much more. In fact everything an angler will need for a successful fishing trip - all at up to 70% off RRP. There are thousands of items to clear at fantastic prices. Don’t miss a 12ft carp rod RRP £99.99 on sale for only £10; a Fusion Expert reel RRP £49.99 for £10 and a 2 in 1 waterproof jacket with bib and braces RRP £125 for only £50!

Almost everyone over thirty has at some time watched this legend of the small screen set in a small town in occupied France during the Second World War. It revolves around the antics of the café owner, Rene and his wife Edith as they try to hide and keep hold of a priceless portrait of “The fallen Madonna with the big boobies”.

Added to this Rene has to keep secret, from Edith, the passionate lust felt for him by his two glamorous waitresses. The situation is further complicated by The Resistance, who are putting pressure on Rene to hide two RAF pilots, and the Gestapo, who want the portrait.

TV series, not only contains all the original characters, it maintains the brilliant level of comedy which kept the country glued to their televisions every week for several years. This show probably produced more catch-phrases than Bruce Forsythe, such as “Oh Rene”, “Whadda mistake to maka”, “God moaning” and of course, Michelle’s famous quote “Listen very carefully, I shall say this only once”.

The show is at the South Holland Centre in Spalding from Wednesday the 21st to Saturday 24th March at 7.30 each evening. Tickets are available now from the South Holland Centre telephone 01775 764777.

We have teamed up with St Nicholas Players to give away two pairs of tickets, to be entered into the draw please send your name, address & telephone number to Allo, Allo Competition, Simply Holbeach, PO Box 1014, Spalding. PE11 9DE or email the details to info@simply-spalding.co.uk no later than February 29th.

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Ian Sanderson, Head of Springfields, said: “This is the first ever Dragon Carp Direct store in the country and we’re delighted to welcome them to Springfields. Angling is a really popular sport and hobby in the region with so many great places to fish.

Springfields is a perfect location for this store and we’re sure their extensive range of fishing tackle at hugely reduced prices will be welcomed by our customers.”

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Local Sports teacher Nikki Saines and colleague Alice Dooley will be swimming the Channel in August this year as part of the official Diabetes UK Channel Swim Team.

Diabetes UK is such an important charity as an increasing number of people are diagnosed with diabetes every year.

Nikki explained why she and Alice have embarked on such a challenge “Each year we teach more and more young people with the condition and so plan to take this opportunity not only to raise money through events like the forthcoming ‘Channel Swim Charity Ball’ and ‘Denim for Diabetes Day’ (in school) but also to raise awareness.”

Nikki and Alice on their way why not join in the fun at their ‘Channel Swim Charity Ball’ on Friday 17th February 2012 at the South Holland Centre, 7.30pm – Midnight.

Tickets are £40 per person and include reception drinks, 3 course sit down meal, live music and disco & high quality raffle.

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Happy New Year! 2012 is all set to be a momentous year with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee in June, the Torch Relay coming through Holbeach on July 4th and the Olympics themselves, should you be lucky enough to have a ticket, starting in August. The Chinese New Year will be the year of the Dragon – maybe for us it is the year of opportunity? Economically it may be a pretty dire year for household budgets and retailers in particular, but we all need to grasp these precious opportunities and make the most of them, along with the additional bank holidays to enjoy!

The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee will be celebrated over the extended weekend of June 2nd to June 5th, which will include the lighting of beacons across the UK on June 4th, which will include the Holbeach Beacon at the top of Wignalls Gate. Street parties are being encouraged and South Holland District Council has produced a ‘toolkit’ for those of you wishing to put one on, to give you advice and guidance about street closures, alcohol licences (which may not be required, depending on your circumstance) and potential grants to help you get them off the ground. Time soon goes by so start making your preparations now! More information can be found at: www.sholland.gov.uk/leisure/ TheQueensDiamondJubilee2012 The Olympic Torch Relay will be coming through the town on July 4th (an easy day to remember!). I am now forming a small group from the community, local schools, businesses and the parish council to see how we can make the most of this unique event for the benefit of the town. Expect lots of specially produced torch relay banners and flags to be lining the town and hopefully lots of school children and parents to create a really exciting atmosphere in the town centre.

The group will be looking at ideas to keep the large crowds expected, entertained, both before and after the relay goes through. If you have any ideas to put forward, or would like to help out in some way, then please do let me know.

The District Council’s budget (draft general fund capital and revenue estimates) is now out for consultation and can be found on the Council’s website at: www.sholland.gov.uk. It is proposing a 0.25% reduction in Council tax which has to be good news in the current financial climate. A key point to note is that overall employee costs have decreased by £857,000. Merged services and shared management have

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The Leader of the Council Councillor Gary Porter, is to hold a crucial meeting with one of the big six energy companies at the end of January at which he will press for fairer fuel prices for residents in the district. Coun Porter said: “The energy companies have the power to supply fuel but we must show them that people power demands lower bills.

“The more people sign up the greater the public mandate I have when I go into that meeting and the stronger my negotiating position will be.

To register go to: www.sholland.gov.uk/doitonline/plandev/ fueltariffregister.aspx The Neighbourhood (Police) Panel, which now covers Holbeach & Whaplode met last week and its’ priorities for the next quarter are: 1. The setting up of a Neighbourhood Watch Scheme for Whaplode.

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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 5 in the Kindergarten, and all have settled in really well. The school also supports work experience and has welcomed 3 new students from the Gleed Post 16 college.

The Kindergarten children are enjoying learning about how animals such as birds and hedgehogs prepare for the winter, looking at their habitats, food supply and care that they need. Year 1 children have built a construction site in one corner of their classroom to learn more about how houses are built. Year 2 have adapted their studies on famous people this term to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Scott’s expedition to the Antarctic.

Holbeach Bank Primary School Tuesday 3rd January saw the opening of a new pre-school at Holbeach Bank Primary School.

In the Junior classes, the Year 6 children are looking forward to their visit to the cathedral and mosque in Peterborough to develop their religious and cultural understanding.

In addition, all of the Juniors are eagerly awaiting their trip to the O2 arena in London for the “Young Voices” concert in March. Here, they will have the opportunity to sing with over 10,000 other enthusiastic children.

Sunshine Pre-School was officially opened by Adam Taylor of Taylors Bulbs, and is run independently from the school.

Ashley Harrison, chair of the pre-school said, “There was a lot of demand in the area from parents for a pre-school and this was supported by the Birth to Five service. We have places for 26 children and there are still places available”.

Wisbech Grammar School Top marks have been awarded to the boys’ and girls’ toilets at Wisbech Grammar School, which were transformed during the summer.

As always, it is a busy time on the sports field. The football team have reached the finals of the Lincolnshire schools competition and are also playing in the Independet Schools Association (ISA) tournament at Stoke College. The cross country team are also running in the ISA competition in Essex.

The sparkling makeover has won a five-star rating in the 2012 national Loo of the Year Awards and the first-class facilities also took the title of ‘national category winner’ after achieving the highest aggregate score out of 57 education sector entries from male and female toilets in the

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An official inspector paid a surprise visit to every establishment that was entered for the awards and the top-quality toilets at the grammar school ticked all the boxes when they were assessed by husband and wife team Tony and Kitty Neal against 100 judging criteria, including signage and décor, fixtures and fittings and overall standards of cleanliness and management.

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Adult Read of the Month - What To Do When Someone Dies by Nicci French The Nicci French books are a collaboration of husband and wife team Nicci Gerrard and Sean French who together have written more than a dozen psychological thrillers.

Shown as an ITV drama last year, What To Do When Someone Dies tells the story of 34-year-old Ellie who opens the door to two policemen who tell her that her husband has been killed in a car crash. His passenger, a woman who Ellie did not know, was also killed. The book description says “suspicion, paranoia and gut-wrenching deception are at the heart of Nicci French’s gripping thriller”. Close the curtains, lock all the doors and enjoy.

Michael Morpurgo has been much in the news in the past few weeks with the release of the Hollywood blockbuster version of his children’s novel War Horse. In interviews he has been quoted as saying that his favourite of the books he has written is Private Peaceful. Private Thomas Peaceful looks back over his childhood whilst serving on the battlefields of the First World War in a moving tale aimed at older and confident readers. The story was inspired by his talks with war veterans while he was doing research for War Horse.

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Disability Guidance Guide Researched by Kate Tarrant

Arm Yourself with the Facts This month we are raising awareness of the support and information available to those who live with a disability. Being armed with the facts can help ease everyday life, reduce stress and enable you to enjoy independent living.

Everyday life When it comes to increasing accessibility in the home, specialist equipment and adaptations can make living independently easier - from stair lifts and ceiling hosts, to having doors widened and ramps installed. There are also a wide range of gadgets available.

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rate mobility component of Disability Living Allowance.

Many local authorities provide community alarm services - visit www.sholland.gov.uk for more information about the services offered by South Holland’s Supported Housing team. Alternatively, call 01775 764461.

Always ensure you seek professional advice before buying equipment or make changes - and ensure you can try equipment first.

Sheltered Housing Sheltered housing is accommodation built for older people and/or disabled people. The accommodation is usually self-contained flats or bungalows. Joanne Craik, the council’s Supported Housing manager explains: ‘Sheltered housing could provide an answer for you if you are looking for accommodation that allows you to live totally independently but with the knowledge that there is support available should you require it. We have around 1,000 homes, bungalows and flats, in 28 locations within the South Holland area which offer support through the 24 hour emergency alarm system or the Scheme Manager, especially designed to meet the needs of people over the age of 60. All schemes have access to a nearby community centre. The waiting lists, especially for the Spalding area, may not be as long as some people think.’

For more information, call 01775 764461.

The Motability Scheme Buying and adapting a car can be expensive. The Motability Scheme - run by the independent charity Motability - gives disabled people the opportunity to lease a car at an affordable price.

Contract hire Through the contract hire scheme you can lease a new car supplied by a Motability accredited dealer for at least three years. Insurance, routine servicing and breakdown assistance are included. You may need to pay for the fitting and removal of any adaptations.

A wide range of gadgets and devices are available that make everyday tasks easier for people with specific disabilities. Some examples are: • clamps and holders to keep jars stable so they can be opened with one hand • talking kitchen scales for people who are blind or visually impaired • alarm clocks that vibrate under the pillow for deaf and hearing impaired people • kettle tippers for people who have limited arm strength or restricted movement • devices that remind people with memory loss or learning disabilities to do a daily task, for example taking a pill You may have to pay for the equipment yourself. If there’s equipment that’ll meet your needs (as assessed by the local council), you can use your direct payments to pay for or towards it. The Disabled Living Foundation has a large range of factsheets, including a number of factsheets concerning equipment for use about the home. Visit www.dlf.org.uk/content/factsheets-groups for more information.

Different ways to do everyday things Sometimes equipment may not be the best way to meet your needs. Instead of buying equipment, you may be able to change the way you do everyday things to make them easier. An occupational therapist may be able to suggest ways of doing things that you have not considered. © Crown Copyright. Source: www.direct.gov.uk Alarms - knowing help is not far away Knowing that help is not far away when needed, is a great reassurance for anyone wanting to live an independent life. The Disabled Living Foundation factsheet ‘Choosing a personal alarm system’ can guide you through the options available. Visit www. dlf.org.uk/factsheets/Choosing_a_personal_alarm_

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How the scheme works The Motability Scheme can help you with leasing a car if you’re getting either the: • War Pensioners’ Mobility Supplement • Higher rate of the mobility component of Disability Living Allowance (DLA) Even if you do not drive yourself, you can apply for a car as a passenger and propose two other people as your drivers.

You can also apply for a car on behalf of a child aged three or over. The child must be entitled to the higher

You can apply if you have 12 months or more of your Disability Living Allowance ‘award’ remaining. If your award is not renewed during the full length of your chosen scheme, your car will need to be returned. At the end of the period the car is returned to Motability Operations, the not-for-profit company, which operates the car scheme under contract to Motability.

Powered wheelchairs or scooters Motability also offers a contract hire scheme for powered wheelchairs or scooters that includes insurance cover and routine servicing for the agreement’s three-year duration.

Financial help and VAT relief If money is a problem when financing the car or adaptations, Motability may be able to provide a grant.

This will be either through their own charitable fund or the Specialised Vehicle Funds, which they administer for the government.

Disabled people don’t have to pay VAT on the cost of hiring a car through the Motability Scheme. The cost of any work involved in adapting a vehicle for a disabled person is also eligible for VAT relief.

Contact Motability To find out more about the Motability Scheme, contact Motability on the numbers below, or visit their website.

Telephone: 0845 456 4566 Minicom: 0845 675 0009. www.motability.co.uk © Crown Copyright. Source: www.direct.gov.uk Holidays The National Accessible Scheme The National Accessible Scheme (NAS) helps the tourism industry make their services more accessible, allowing more disabled people to use them.

The scheme and its associated standards

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We promote independence and encourage freedom of choice, all our services are tailor made to suit you as an individual.

You are encouraged to choose when and how we may assist you to continue living the life you choose in the comfort and security of your own home.

All our carers are trained to a very high standard, in 2011 we were the only local company to be awarded a transformation grant which provided specialist training to all our staff to ensure the highest standard of care is given promoting independence, confidence building and well being.

Our services can be short or long term to suit your needs, we accept social services, direct payments and private clients.

If you would like us to come and meet you and listen to your ideas, concerns and expectations please contact 01406 365793 www.actionhomecare.co.uk

If you rely on Motability, rely on us for worry-free motoring.

For more information on eligibility call 0800 953 4002, or visit www.motability.co.uk

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Disability Guidance Continued The NAS identifies how accessible accommodation is to people who may have difficulty walking, use a wheelchair, or have a sensory impairment.

The ratings are split into three categories, for: mobility impaired people; blind or visually impaired people; deaf or hearing impaired people.

The individual ratings are represented by symbols displayed on websites and used in promotional literature such as the Easy Access Britain guidebook.

attended a disability awareness course and know what assistance will really be appreciated.

When you see one of the symbols, you can be sure that the accommodation and core facilities have been thoroughly assessed against demanding criteria. If you have additional needs or special requirements, you should make sure these can be met by your chosen establishment before you confirm your reservation. © Crown Copyright. Source: www.direct.gov.uk

Information about the scheme, including pictures and explanation of the symbols, is available on the enjoyEngland website (www.enjoyengland.com). You can also search for hotels, B&Bs, campsites and selfcatering accommodation rated under the NAS.

More info This feature only scratches the surface - for more detailed information including the facts about your rights at work; benefits, grants and financial support; and what to do if you feel discriminated against, visit www.directgov.uk.

Independent assessment If a property displays the NAS symbol then it has ensured a comfortable stay for guests with hearing, visual or mobility needs. To get the NAS symbol they have met the requirements of the NAS and have been independently audited by trained assessors.

Accessibility features may include handrails, ramps and step free entrances, level-access showers and colour contrast in the bathrooms. Members of staff may have

The Disabled Living Foundation (www. dlf.org.uk) has lots of downloadable factsheets to help with choosing equipment for the home. For more detailed information about specific types of equipment, visit the DLF’s other website, www.livingmadeeasy.org.uk.

The DLF also run an online community www.youareable.com which

Researched by Kate Tarrant encourages support of help through the sharing of experiences.

DisabledGo (www.disabledgo.com) provides detailed online access guides to a huge range of venues, including cinemas, hotels, hospitals, colleges, sports grounds, restaurants, council offices, parks, historic land marks and tourist attractions. Their aim is to give you information so that you can make up your own mind whether a venue is right for you.

The Citizen’s Advice Bureau and local authority will also be able to offer advice on support and information available.

All information correct at the time of going to press.

Looking for a home where you can keep your independence but get support if needed?

Then why not look at a South Holland District Council sheltered housing scheme, devoted to the needs of older residents.

We have 1,000 sheltered homes in 28 locations in the district.

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Anyone over 60 years old can apply providing they do not work more than 16 hours per week.

Help with moving under our Downsizing Scheme if you are currently in a council property and releasing a family home.

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Care Home Fees By Paul Ha mmond, Cavendish Walsh Thousands of elderly people face having to sell their houses to pay for care home fees. In parts of Britain, the average cost has soared by more than 31 per cent in five years. The fees are around £26,000 a year and soon they will outstrip the £29,000 charged for a year of education at Eton.

Under the current system, care home residents must fund the cost themselves, unless they have less than £23,250 in assets – including their homes.

Both income and capital resources are assessed.

• Above capital of £23,000 no contribution will be made by the local authority.

• Capital below £14,000 a full contribution will be made by the local authority.

For many if their savings run out, they are forced to put their house on the market. At least 20,000 people a year have to sell their house to pay for care.

Yet with professional advice and pre-planning this can be avoided.

‘Giving away’ a home to children fails to protect the home owner and provides no guarantee that the home will not be taken into account for financial assessment.

It also opens the possibility that the home may pass to unintended parties through divorce, bankruptcy or if a child dies before a parent.

You could consider a Home Protection Plan The Home Protection Plan is a strategy designed for homeowners, whether single or couples, usually living on their own, to put the home beyond the reach of contributing to care fees and to achieve one or two other benefits set out later in this document.

The plan involves the transfer of the home to a trust.

Under the trust, the settlor (the donor/former homeowner) is also a beneficiary so that once the trust is created he, she or they can continue to live in the home for the rest of their life or lives or for as long as is wished, on a guaranteed basis.

The trust gives a guaranteed right of residency and security of tenure for life or until the point where continued residence in the home is no longer required or appropriate.

The trust would be the new owner of the home and therefore the home should no longer count as a capital resource.

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Oven baked sea bass wit h romesco sauce

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This is a great simple supper for 2 which can be served with a large salad, or for a more substantial meal, the ever-so-easy potato & mushroom bake featured below!

First, prepare your sauce.

Roughly chop (not too small) your tomatoes and peppers and crush your garlic cloves.

Place everything on a baking sheet large enough so that everything is in a single layer.

Drizzle with olive oil and grind over plenty of salt & black pepper.

Roast in a hot oven (200c or 180c fan) for approximately 25-35 minutes, stirring once half way, until the vegetables are soft and just beginning to char on the edges.

Ingredients:

4 x boneless sea bass fillets, skin on (2 per portion) Olive oil Butter Lemon Juice Salt & freshly ground black pepper For the sauce: 2 large very ripe tomatoes 4 red peppers 2-3 fat cloves garlic Walnut oil (approx 4tbsp) Salt & freshly ground black pepper

Meanwhile prepare your sea bass for the oven.

Lightly oil a baking sheet or glass dish large enough to lay the fillets next to each other, skin side up. Arrange your fish on the tray, lightly season and add a knob of butter to the top of each fillet.

Squeeze over the juice of half a lemon and add the splash of white wine to the dish. The liquid here keeps the flesh moist but allows the skin to crisp up.

Your fish is now ready for the oven and can be cooked straight away, or kept in the fridge until needed.

Bake in a hot oven, uncovered, for approx 12 minutes (depending on the thickness of your fish). Baste half way through to ensure a crispy skin!

To finish the sauce, add the cooked vegetables and garlic to a blender and blend to a rough paste. You will need to add enough walnut oil to loosen the puree, but not to make it runny and oily. About 4 tablespoons should be quite sufficient so don’t use it all if you don’t need to. Gently re-heat your sauce in a small pan or even in the microwave when your fish is just about cooked.

To serve, divide the sauce between two serving dishes or plates, arrange the fish on top, skin side up and enjoy!

Ever-so-easy pot at o and mushroom bake Ingredients:

6-8 cooked salad potatoes, thinly sliced Small punnet mushrooms (about 100g) Knob butter Tablespoon plain flour Half glass white wine (approx 100ml) Whole milk or cream to finish Salt & pepper Pinch dried thyme leaves 1 tbsp butter, melted First make your mushroom sauce. Thinly slice your mushrooms and add to a sauté pan with a large knob of butter. Cook the mushrooms gently until they release all

their moisture, then increase the heat until only a little liquid remains in the pan.

At this stage, add your flour and cook over a medium heat, stirring, for a minute or so. Now add your white wine, stirring constantly until all is incorporated and you have a really thick sauce. Add milk or cream until the sauce is thinned down to the consistency of custard.

Season well and add the thyme.

Butter a small gratin dish. Arrange a third of your sliced potatoes in the dish in an even layer. Add half of the sauce, then arrange another third of the potatoes on top.

Add the remainder of the sauce and finish the dish with the remaining potatoes.

Brush the top layer with melted butter and bake in a hot oven for approximately 10-15 minutes until hot and bubbling and the top layer is golden brown.

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Mum Knows Best...

By Kate Chapman Being a full-time mum is definitely the best and most rewarding job I have ever done - in fact I wish I hadn't waited so long. It's also probably the busiest too, as my little princess 20-month-old Nancy - is constantly on the go!

To say she has ants in her pants is an understatement, she can’t sit still for toffee and likes to be entertained her every waking moment (apart from when she’s settled herself to reading a magazine or my new Next catalogue, which if the mood takes she can do for hours on end, well, until she gets fed up and starts ripping up all the pages that is!).

And I’m going to have double trouble on my hands soon with Baby Chapman number two due to arrive in the Spring.

And even though I can’t even begin to get my head around having two little people in my charge, I’m excited to say the least and wouldn’t change a single thing.

bit of a ruff pup and likes nothing better than being tickled, hung upside down and spun around until she’s dizzy) or pushed along on her new Peppa Pig tricycle (she can’t quite reach the peddles yet, so has to be pushed everywhere) - are all leaving me out of breath to say the least!

So that’s introduced ourselves; I hope you enjoy reading about Nancy’s antics and our ups and downs in the coming months as we move ever onwards towards the terrible twos!

So, for now I’ll bid you farewell, until next month....

Looking back though, working fulltime during my first pregnancy was practically a breeze compared to chasing round after Nancy all day, nevermind with a burgeoning bump to contend with with as well! She made her entrance promptly into the world - two weeks early in fact, weighing in at a teeny 5lb 12 1/2 oz, and has been following that trend ever since, striving to run before she can walk at every opportunity.

Her boundless energy, demands to be picked up and ‘thrown about’ (she’s a

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r e n r o C s ’ t Pe He grooms me, he grooms me not...

February is the month most associated with love. And while we reach for the roses and chocolates for our loved ones, it’s a great opportunity to think about sharing the love with your pets as well… and what better way than a good pamper?!

Pets, like humans, vary with their needs for grooming. Some of us use combs for our hair, some of us use brushes. Some of us wash our hair daily, others, a few times a week.

Whilst some pets may be more high maintenance than others, it is important to develop a grooming routine.

Available for both cats and dogs, long and short haired, the FURminator is a great grooming tool and has long been a preferred choice of professional groomers. It reaches deep beneath the long topcoat to gently remove undercoat and loose hair. Not only does it improve the condition of your pet’s coat, it also reduces the amount of hair they shed on the furniture and floor!

“The advice in the UK for pet grooming is you should brush your pet daily!”

Pets cannot communicate with us easily. If they have an irritation or a pain, they can’t simply tell us. And we may not be able to tell if there is something bothering them by just looking at them.

Daily stroking and grooming not only allows us to bond with our pets, it also gives us the chance to get to know their bodies and notice any changes to their skin, lumps and bumps and even pains that they might shy away from when we touch them.

Brushing The advice in the UK for pet grooming is that we should brush our pets daily to keep their coats shiny. Obviously this is more important for some pets than it is for others. An Afghan Hound is going to need vastly more brushing than a Labrador for example.

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If you’re unsure of the best choice for your pet, why not pop in store and we can help you choose the best option.

Long or short haired, it is also worth considering investing in a de-shedding tool, such as the FURminator.

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Bathing Funnily enough, you can actually over wash your dog. This isn’t good for them as it depletes the natural oils in their coat, which can lead to skin irritation.

As owners, the tendency is to want to wash them more often than not.

However, some dogs only need a bath every 3 months! If you have a naughty pooch who likes to jump into the first available puddle, it becomes a carpet and furniture saving necessity! Perhaps just consider the best clean down option. Can you get away with a hose down or wash away the grime and grub with a little warm water for example?

The key for both cats and dogs is that only the hook end is trimmed. Too much trimmed off will lead to you cutting the blood vessel that runs through the nail. This will cause bleeding and can be painful.

Rooke’s has a range of nail clippers to choose from and can advise you how best to use them. However, it is important that if you don’t feel confident about doing it, or if your pet is nervous about having it done, get a professional groomer or vet do it for you.

Either way, when it comes to a soapy doggy bath time, it is important that you choose a good dog shampoo and don’t just reach for the first available human brand. Someone in store can help you to choose the right option for your pet.

“Unclipped nails can curl inward and start to grow into the skin causing infection.”

Teeth Cleaning your dog’s teeth is just as important as keeping his coat healthy.

Dogs can be prone to periodontal and gum disease. In fact it is thought that at least 85% of dogs over 5 years old develop dental disease. This can so easily be avoided by adding teeth brushing to your grooming routine.

Ideally you would brush your pet’s teeth daily, but something is better than nothing! It is the cumulative build up that starts to cause problems for your pooch.

Don’t be tempted to use one of your old brushes and a bit of your own toothpaste. Not only can human toothpaste upset your dog’s tummy, but the brush will not be designed to do the job properly. Rather, invest in a proper dog’s brush and perhaps even some meat flavoured toothpaste!

Nails Nail clipping can be a fine art. Unclipped nails can curl inward and start to grow into the skin causing infection. Dogs who are exercised regularly on hard surfaces will probably need their nails trimmed less than a dog who spends more time on soft ground.

Ultimately grooming your pet is important for their health, but it should also be about bonding. Our pets love our attention, so make sure the process is a fun and enjoyable experience, not one that you both dread. A little loving care given often is better than a perfect, stressful overhaul every day!

Cats don’t tend to need their nails clipped as they keep them trimmed themselves by biting, scratching and clawing. However, a house cat who is less active may need hers trimmed occasionally.

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I Don’t Know How They Do It

By Hayley Willerton

Working full time, running a home and looking after a dog and cat seems to take all my time up, so I watch in awe at friends who throw children into the mix too. I ask myself when do they have time for themselves as I struggle as it is!

Sometimes all you want is a day if not a few hours of peace, quiet and an opportunity to clear your mind of everything. Ragdale Hall near Melton Mowbray offers just that and the team at Simply Holbeach went along this month to check out the facilities and de-stress after a busy few weeks.

As soon as you pull into the carpark you just seem to slow down, the tranquillity of the place just makes it happen somehow. For me a spa is a place devoted to overall well-being through a variety of professional services that encourage the renewal of mind, body and spirit. Depending upon what your goals are, and what you are looking for in a spa experience, you will need to plan in advance where to spend your time to make the most of your break.

As a group of 6 it can be difficult to decide what to do with your day but I think we managed to keep everyone happy – we started off by meeting our guide and having a much needed cuppa and toast which was very welcome after the 7am start to make the most of the

day! Initially it felt like we were losing time but I think it was invaluable as our guide talked us through the day, where to go and makea few recommendations too.

I have been to Ragdale on a few occasions but this was my first visit since the addition of The Thermal Spa - and what a difference it makes! The morning was spent exploring the 12 luxurious and unique experiences - many have been exclusively designed for Ragdale Hall - the likes of which cannot be found anywhere else in the world.

Natural materials including rocks, stone and lush planting abound the Thermal Spa Entrance, and as you walk from the pool area inside, excitement builds.

The outside waterfall pool is a personal favourite – come rain or shine you are able to bathe outside in numerous bays and inlets carved into the pool’s structure. In winter as the steam and mist rise from the pool you feel like you are bathing in a hidden lagoon.

A gorgeous 3 course lunch was served in the oak panelled dining room and for a group of ladies who can normally talk for England, all that pampering had left us very quiet and after just a couple of hours we were all certainly ‘chilled out’.

The afternoon was booked out to treatments – a full body massage and facial were my choices but with

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such a range to choose from there really is something for everyone. I am the one who hates taking my towel off on the beach and a communal changing room sets my heart racing, but the therapists were all so friendly that they put you at ease straight away. To be honest, you are wrapped up on a beautifully comfy bed, so you forget all about it. I think I even dozed off at one point!

The one thing I would change for next time is booking for an overnight stay as I could have quite easily sloped off to bed with a good book and it would have been the perfect ending to a lovely day.

Customer service at Ragdale Hall is first class and throughout the day all members of staff were genuinely pleasant and helpful, there was not one thing to fault – other than I was soon back to reality after a few days!

To book your own spa break at Ragdale Hall visit www.ragdalehall.co.uk or call 01664 433000

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By Hayley Willerton

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Dance fever is sweeping the nation and could be your secret to a healthier and fitter lifestyle.

Dance is the UK’s fastest growing art form. More than 4.8 million people regularly attend community dance groups each year in England alone. Whether you like to jump or jive, tap or tango, shake your belly or your booty, dancing is one of the most enjoyable ways to get some exercise.

Regular dancing is great for losing weight, maintaining strong bones, improving posture and muscle strength, increasing balance and co-ordination and beating stress.

One of the best things about dancing is that while you’re having fun moving to music and meeting new people, you’re getting all the health benefits of a good workout.

Feel The Burn

Average number of calories a 60kg (9.5 stone) person burns in 30 minutes: • aerobic dancing: 195 calories • fast walking (4 miles per hour): 150 calories • running (6 miles per hour): 300 calories • swimming (slow crawl): 240 calories • cycling (12-14 miles per hour): 240 calories • tennis (singles): 240 calories Source: At least five a week, Department of Health, 2004

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Classes can cost as little as £3 to £10 for a 45 or 6o minute session. If the first class you try falls short of your expectations, don’t be put off. It’s worth trying a few different classes until you find the right one for you. Wear comfortable clothing that gives you freedom of movement and shoes appropriate to the dance style. Some classes, such as ballet, tap or jazz, may require

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Dance Styles

Not sure which dance style you’d like to try? Below is a quick guide to some of the most popular dance styles taught throughout the UK. Ceroc Ceroc is a simplified version of jive and quite similar to swing but without the complicated footwork. Ceroc, short for the French phrase “C’est rock”, evolved from jive, which was introduced by American GIs stationed in France during the Second World War. It’s fun and easy to learn, which explains why it’s the largest and fastest growing partner dance in the UK. Street dance Street dance describes urban dance styles that evolved in the street, school yards and nightclubs, including hip-hop, popping, locking, krumping and breaking. These dances are practised competitively as well as being an art form and a form of physical exercise.

Ballet The first ballet school, the Académie Royale de Danse, was established in France in 1661. Today there are three main forms of ballet: classical, neoclassical and contemporary.

Ballet’s conventional steps, grace and fluidity of movement are a great foundation for dance in general.

Contemporary Unlike dances such as ballet, contemporary dance is not associated with specific techniques. In contemporary dance, people attempt to explore the natural energy and emotions of their bodies to produce dances that are often very personal.

Salsa Salsa dancing is a fun and flirtatious form of partner dancing, fusing steamy Afro-Caribbean and Latin styles into simple and lively movements. The word “salsa” is Spanish for “sauce” (usually hot and spicy), which is an appropriate description for a dance that is energetic, passionate and sexy. The basic steps are easy to learn and you’ll salsa your way across the dance floor before you know it.

Ballroom Ballroom dancing has made a comeback in recent years, partly thanks to TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing and Strictly Dance Fever. There are many styles of ballroom dancing from around the world, such as the waltz, tango and foxtrot, and each has specific step patterns. It is essential for both partners,

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Zumba Zumba is a popular fitness programme inspired by Latin dance. The word “Zumba” comes from a Colombian word that means to move fast and have fun. Using upbeat Latin music together with cardiovascular exercise, Zumba is aerobic dancing that is great fun and easy to learn.

Flamenco From Andalucia in Spain, this is the dance of swirling skirts, castanets and breathtakingly fast heel stomping. Flamenco’s musical and dance traditions are centuries old, blending gypsy, Moorish and Andalucian influences. Flamenco is a solo dance characterised by hand clapping, percussive footwork and intricate hand, arm and body movements.

Tap Tap dance uses shoes with small metal plates on the soles to make the dance itself part of the music. Tap evolved in America and had its roots in African dance, Irish dance and clog dancing. Tap is as popular today as it was in the heyday of the great Fred Astaire and Gene Kelly musicals, and companies like Tap Dogs demonstrate how contemporary it can be.

Bollywood Bollywood dancing stems from the Indian film industry and is now popular throughout the world. It is known for being upbeat and often helping to tell a story or show emotions.

Bollywood dance blends classical Indian dance forms, with its intricate hand gestures and footwork, with modern western styles, including hip-hop and jazz.

Modern jazz Jazz dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns. Jazz dance evolved alongside jazz music and was popularised in ballrooms across the US by the big bands of the swing era. Jazz dance offers a full body workout, developing dance ability, flexibility, strength and rhythm.

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By Hayley Willerton

oving home when you have a growing family to feed, clothe and support can be an expensive task in this day and age. Just buying a property for over £250,000 will cost you at least £7,500 in Stamp Duty alone. So if you think you need more space, before you pack up boxes and moving it’s worth considering making improvements to your home rather than moving. Area can be an important factor when moving, so if you like where you live it is definitely worth seeing if you can work with your existing property to meet your needs.

If you do decide to move, you need to try and make the home as easy to clear up and clean as possible. You may only get 30 minutes notice for a viewing, or if you are all out during the day and the agent wants to show someone round, the place needs to be really tidy every day. It can be tough with busy lives but it’s worth the effort if it means you can sell your home as quickly as possible and for the best price.

If it’s an extra bathroom you are after, maybe you can take some room from a larger bedroom or put a sink in the current bedrooms. Have you thought about having a separate the bath from the shower so several people can use it at the same time (if that works for you and your family!). For several thousand pounds you could easily fund an extra shower and loo and it will probably add value to your home too, improving the equity levels and in some cases this may mean getting a better mortgage deal in the future!

If you are anything like me, I watch lots of house programmes and the one piece of advice they all give when selling a property is to: Declutter! We all accumulate lots of stuff from toys to games, DVDs and CDs. It’s now time to box up what’s not required to show off the real space available in your home.

Remember, most people can’t see past your furnishings and decor, so you have to make the effort to do it for them.

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One thing which happens when you have a busy lifestyle is rooms tend to lose their purpose. Dining rooms double up as offices, hallways a space for the bike, the spare room becomes a ‘dumping ground’. That’s fair enough when you are living there, but if you are selling, every room must have a clear purpose. Box rooms need to be offices that can ideally be turned into a bedroom in an instant if required. If rooms are big enough to have a double bed, make sure they do, or prospective home hunters will just believe that the room can only fit a single bed.

The last thing any kid or teenager wants to do is tidy up regularly - unless you are very lucky! So make this as easy as possible. Easy and temporary storage is helpful so things can literally be ‘chucked in’ and put under beds, in cupboards or run up to the loft if you have easy access.

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Extra rooms can be added and put in the garden, over a garage, or at the back of your home if you have the space for less than £10,000 so it’s worth considering and chatting through these options with a builder before taking the plunge into marketing your home.

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“When thinking about having any home improvements carried out, arrange for a free no obligation meeting to discuss your project and what you wish to achieve from the alterations.

“It’s always a good idea to obtain details of all alterations in writing in the form of a contract so there can be no misunderstandings. In particular, I’d advise that you discuss the timescales that each alteration requires as these could affect your daily routines - e.g. electricity and water disconnections, or having to book time off work. Finally, ensure you allow plenty of time to think carefully about what changes you want to make - your new design needs to meet your exact requirements to fit in with your life.”

Once your home is up for sale and you start to think about the property you want to buy, don’t forget to involve all the family.

Kids and teenagers have some great insights into what family frustrations there are and they are good at providing solutions that us adults would never have dreamed of, so make sure everyone is involved. That way

When thinking about having any home improvements carried out, arrange for a free no obligation meeting to discuss your project and what you wish to achieve from the alterations.

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you all know what you are looking for and it will help them to realise they are ‘moving on.’

Moving the family is tough. So try to make the process as straightforward as possible – from experience it can be worth investing in a removal company’s packing service. Your home remains as it is up until the day before moving and as they do all the lifting you are not shattered when you arrive at your new home so you tend to unpack more quickly. Many even offer an unpacking service too - but for me, I like to put things where I want them to go from the start.

Have you thought about part exchange if you’re trading up? And especially if you are buying a brand new home as you may get a good deal. Alternatively, if you have found ‘the house of your dreams’ and you can afford to do so, think about letting the one you currently own to release the capital to buy a new one and then you can sell when you are ready as holding chains together in the current recession can be a deal breaker.

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I test drove the latest SEAT Leon recently and the 2.0 DSI FR+ DSG auto demo model certainly got my new year off to a flying start.

Harnessing 208 horses the motor is capable of 145 mph and will sprint from 0-62 in 6.9 seconds. It feels every bit as fast as the figures suggest and the gear-change paddles on the steering wheel help with that ‘boy-racer’ thrill you sometimes need after a bad day at work.

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Focus on Kings Lynn Just over 35 minutes away from Holbeach, the vibrant market town of King’s Lynn offers an exciting day out that’s on your doorstep.

Whether you’re seeking a day of retail therapy or would like to indulge in an afternoon of cultural heritage, this busy town and sea port, with its blend of old and new, has plenty on offer for its visitors.

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in 1959 the recently demolished famous landmark, Campbell’s It’s impossible to sum up Soup factory, opened. With the the town’s history in a short establishment of the industrial paragraph - and many would estate at Hardwick in the 1960s, agree that a visit is the only way new industries came to King’s to do the town’s historic story justice. Nevertheless, here’s a brief Lynn. Throughout history, however, the fishing industry has overview to get you started. been integral to King’s Lynn, which In the early 12th century, the together with other agricultural town became part of the Bishop industries is still at its heart. of Norwich’s manor, and as such was named ‘Bishop’s Lynn’. During According to the Department of Transport, King’s Lynn was the this time, the town was highly fastest growing port in Britain in important - so much so that by 2008. the 14th century it was being described as England’s third most important port. Once Henry VIII Did you know? dissolved the monasteries in the George Vancouver was born in 16th century, the town and manor King’s Lynn in 1757. He is famous became owned by the royal estate, for his 1791-1795 exhibition in and as such the new name of which he chartered the coast of ‘King’s Lynn’ came into effect.

Northwest America - known to most as the ‘Vancouver Exhibition.’

During the 17th century the town went through a prosperous age; King’s Lynn Today a building you can still visit today Since 2004, millions of pounds that marks this era is the Customs have been spent on regenerating House built in 1683. In the 18th the town. century industries included ship In 2005, the building, brewing and glass Vancouver making.

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Bookcase and full set of Encyclopaedia’s Britannica

Slazenger Golf Clubs

Solid Pine doors.

Solid Pine doors. 18mm carcass. 6 floor and 4 wall units. 1 ½ bowl sink and taps.

Worktops and plinths. Available mid February. £450, 25% deposit secures.

Whirlpool built under electric double oven and gas hob also available £75, 25% deposit secures. Buyer collects. £525.00 Phone: 01775 762764

Kymco Super 4 Mobility Scooter

Pyrex Red Rose Dinner Service 31 pieces, meat plate, 6 dinner, sweet & side plates, 6 fruit dishes & cream jug, 2 casserole dishes with lids, gravy boat & saucer.

Hardly used. £55.00 o.n.o Tel 01775 711958

Childrens Slazenger golf clubs, 5 clubs, balls & tees, all you need to get started. £30.00 Tel 01406 422052

Solid wood bookcase including a full set of Encyclopaedia’s Britannica, (either can be sold separately) £150.00 Tel 01775 714517

Dragon Drum Kit Five piece in red with hardware, Stool and cymbels, as new and ready to play. £90.00. Tel 01775 722781 left handed Golf Clubs 12 clubs and bag, “Legena” Bay Hill by Palmer £50.00 Tel 01205 460312 or 07946 582509.

Hamster Cage Large 2 Tier cage with extras. £20.00 Tel 01775 762739 Shower Organiser chrome finish, 4 shelves, telescopic, unused. £15.00 Tel 01775 724560 Aircraft Videos Various selection, lots to choose from. 50p each. 01775 760635 Skirts and Tops 5 skirts v.g.c. size 20 and 22 £5.00 each. One top in red, new, size 22. £8.00. One blouse with camisole in red size 22 new £10.00. Tel 01775 718174 Single Bedstead.

Decorative grey tubular frame. Slatted base. £10.00.

Brought brand new from seth and sons holbeach in nov 2011 will fold up to fit in car complete with charger only used twice cost £1300 new selling for £1100 ovno contact 01775 710437 or 07833-392067.

Tel: 01775 710360 Yukka Plants.

2 very healthy plants. 4’6” high in one blue terracotta pot. £15.00, Tel: 01775 710360 Two natural wicker, Rattan Bedroom/ conservatory chairs. Very good condition, £10.00 each. Tel: 01775 710360 Fire Surround, white finish. 54” wide x 46” high. Very good condition. £30.00, Tel: 01775 710360 Selection of Business Management Text books.

Former Sheffield University Graduate. All offers considered. Tel: 01775 710360 For Sale Inkjet cartridges to fit CANNON printer. Will fit models PIXMA MP500/800/800R/830/950 ip4200/4200r,5200/5200R PIXMA. One CL18K Black, Two PG15Bk Black, One CL18 Cyan, One COO8Y Yellow, and one CL18m Magenta. £12. Phone 01775 723063

Men’s Dinner Suit( M&S) Chest 107cm (42”) Waist 91cm (36”) inside leg 74cm( 29”) in good condition. £30.00 Tel 01406 371853 Gentleman’s Coat Full length single breasted wool + cashmere coat, herringbone black/ charcoal grey, size 38R was (£175.00 new) would accept £75.00 Tel 01406 790452 Astrologer Telescope, £40.00 Tel 01406 370946 or 07875091418 Size 8 Brown fur lined gents boots £15.00 Tel 01406 370946 or 07875091418 Ladies M/C Leather Jacket , Trousers, Boots £35.00 each Tel 01406 370946 or 07875091418 Snow Chains £30.00 Tel 01406 370946 or 07875091418 Long Playing Records, Klaus Wonderfitch , George Formby, Elvis, Jim Reeves xmas carols and many more. £50.00 Tel 01406 423867 Kenwood Electric Kettle 8 pint , white v.g.c ideal for caravan £5.00 Tel 01406 370540 The Knack 24 Hardback volumes of DIY interest. £40.00 Tel 01406 373009 Male Galah Cockatoo with cage, male galah cockatoo, 5 years old, tame comes with cage, toys, food etc. £600.00 o.n.o Tel 01406 363051

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