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Letter from the Editor

Food Banks, Dispelling the Myths

Paul Milling was at Hawkshead Show last month hoping to dispel some myths about the amount of money claimed by people on beneﬁts, and he discovered that most people hadn’t got a clue.

Well I think Grasmere Sports and Show just about hit the jackpot as it took place on one of the best days of the summer. With the brass band playing as the runners came in, tug o’war in full ﬂow in one corner and fabulous Cumberland wrestling taking place in another, the day could not have gone better. Hawkshead Show also enjoyed a good attendance and a splendid day was had by all. Summer at these moments in the Lake District are perfect.

Paul Milling asks the question: Out of each £100 paid out in benefits, how much is fiddled? The answers: People think £24; the actual figure: 70p.

“It’s amazing the perception people have about beneﬁts scrounging,” he said.

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Paul, one of the trustees of the Windermere & District Food Bank, a registered charity, also used the stand to recruit more volunteers.

Over 450 people attended the Premier Inn presentation at the Kelsick Centre. The proposals for the Borrans Road site to build an 88-bedroom hotel and 40 new homes are developing amid concerns about trafﬁc, access, ﬂooding and the effect on local business. A planning application is expected to be submitted later in the year.

“People ﬁnd it hard to imagine there’s a need for a food bank in seemingly afﬂuent South Lakeland, but there is.”

And he had a message to anyone who was too proud to ask for help, whether they be temporarily short of money while switching jobs, or recently widowed and ﬁnding it hard to make ends meet on one source of income when previously there was two: “Don’t be proud,” he said. “If you need food and can’t get to us we’ll get it to you.”

If you would like to donate food or money, to volunteer, or to hold a fundraising event, OR ARE IN NEED, call Paul on 015394 22569, or email info@windermeredistrict.foodbank.org.uk

Varying reports on superfast broadband. We have an update from Troutbeck and Ambleside in this issue. How’s yours? Remember you may need to ask for it.

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Thanks as always to the Windermere Now team for pulling out all the stops to deliver a great community newspaper.

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The site, looking towards Loughrigg Park. Many of the planned 40 homes have been earmarked for the slopes below the summit of the small green hill known as The Knoll.

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The land in Ambleside where Premier Inn wants to build an 88-bedroom hotel and ﬁnance the development of 40 new homes is owned by three family members who live in Warwickshire.

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The site, on the eastern side of Borrans Road opposite the Rothay Manor Hotel ‘island’, is registered under the title number CU258766 with the Land Registry, and in a copy of the title deed released in February 2013 the owners were named as David Holt, of Witherwell Barn, Grove Lane, Ashow, Warwickshire; and Brian and Peter Holt, both of Tower House, Hill Wooton, Warwickshire. It is believed they are the sons of Herbert Holt, who purchased the land from Silverdale Building Company in 1973.

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Holt and others and Applethwaite Limited.”

That was 13 months before the Lake District National Park Authority, in June 2013, made a successful application to the Planning Inspectorate for part of the site to be re-classiﬁed as available for housing. A ﬁgure of £6 million is widely quoted regarding the value of the site. Applethwaite, based in Bamber Bridge, Preston, states on its website (www.applethwaitehomes.co.uk): “We have our roots in the Lake District where for many years we have operated as a niche residential developer creating high quality homes in premium locations.”

So long and thanks for all the cake. Troutbeck Village Shop and tea room closed it’s doors at the end of August, marking the end of 2 years of amazing cakes, good coffee and even the occasional yoga session by the ﬁre! Carly and Gareth Harding took over the old post ofﬁce and village shop in 2013, and having overcome many obstacles, offered Troutbeck a welcoming bustling focal point for those in the community that chose to enjoy it. Conveniently situated for visitors on the popular walking route through Skelghyll Woods between Ambleside and Troutbeck, many a bedraggled walker could be found gratefully eating hot soup in the tearoom before the climb back over Wansfell. The decor had a distinctly local theme, featuring the work of Cumbrian artists on the walls and using the original bookcase as food shelves.

LADIES WE WANT YOUR BRA'S. The Big Pink are collecting bra's & we will be sending them to Against Breast Cancer in November.

Even the old Troutbeck school furniture was pressed into service as a cafe tables and chairs.

The towering victoria sponge was a particular favourite of this correspondent, and its loss is greatly lamented! Although the cakes are no more Gareth and Carly are staying nearby, devoting their time to website design and Lakes Yoga, but most

Windermere in Bloom Sponsors - Thank you Windermere Town Council wish to thank our Windermere in Bloom business sponsors, who have subsidised a number of hanging baskets around the town.

Without their help, we would not be able to provide the 92 hanging baskets and tubs that are funded through Windermere town council. Our sponsors this year are;

importantly they are looking forward to spending the weekends with their best waiter - 4 year old Jacob. It is a shame that the shop and tearoom are closing for the time being, but with a bit of luck Troutbeck can look forward to the shop reopening under new management - watch this space.

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We will have a drop off Point of Windermere Wine Store. So get looking in your draw and ﬁnd us an old Bra. Once you have chosen the Bra you wish to donate if you could attach your name & contact number to it we will be pulling out a few bra's to win some prizes. Donations start from Monday 7th September until Tuesday 6th October

Your ill-ﬁtting or unwanted bras will be whisked away to start a new life on the other side of the world, where traders support their families selling textiles locally. Successful ventures like this keep many families in developing countries out of poverty whilst providing employment for people at home in the UK. Money raised for sending the bra's away go's back in to the ﬁght against Cancer. We will be using your Bra's in some form of Decoration at the Big Pink Ball before they are sent away.

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What do you do when you are 98 and have time on your hands? Muriel Dent knits wonderfully colourful and warm children's hats for the local Cumbrian charity Boxes of Hope and to date she has made over 500.

Boxes of Hope is a small but very effective charity, raising funds for a school which educates Roma children in rural Romania and each December it distributes decorated shoe boxes, ﬁlled with essential basic items and small gifts, to children living in abject poverty. Muriel was keen to do her bit to help. Local Cumbrians donate wool and Muriel ﬁlls her days creating stylish, vibrant woolly hats.

Money raised for Boxes of Hope goes directly to the school, so this year, Muriel decided that she would like to see if the hats could raise cash to buy some equipment for the schoolchildren. This means that local Cumbrians have the opportunity to buy the hats and support the charity at the same time. The hats were very popular at some of the local shows during the summer, and if you would like to buy one, please contact Boxes of Hope on 01539436346, or info@boxesofhopecumbria.co.uk

Now is the time to ﬁll a shoebox - a simple, inexpensive and fun thing to do for people of all ages. A shoebox gift really does make a difference to a child who has none of the basics we take for granted.

So..... pick up a leaﬂet from Windermere Now (next to Barclays Bank), Mountain Goat in Windermere, Hubble Bubble in Bowness, Hayes in Ambleside or the Wordsworth Hotel in Grasmere, for further information about the children we help, and how to go about ﬁlling a shoebox. It includes a boy/girl label for you to stick on

your box. Take your ﬁlled shoebox – with £2 towards the costs of the campaign – and secured by an elastic band - to one of the above drop off points by Tuesday November 12th at the latest. The checked shoeboxes leave Ambleside on November 17th, for our team going out in early December to distribute. If you would like to help check and pack the shoeboxes, or visit the “warehouse”, you will ﬁnd us at Arcadia, Rothay Industrial Estate, Ambleside, LA22 0SW on Wednesday, November 11th. For further details, ring Keith Webster, 015395 68013. More information is available at: www.boxesofhopecumbria.co.uk.

Our issue 10 (July/August) story about bren gun carriers stationed in Windermere during World War Two has jogged more memories . . . including how the military vehicles “destroyed” two iconic Lake District roads. Malcolm Tyson, from F.W. Tyson Mountain Footwear Specialists in Ambleside, was a boy living in Bowness at the time, and he recalls that after the soldiers completed their daily training children would congregate at their Birthwaite Road HQ. “They would show us how to get in and out of the carriers, and even give a few of us rides,” said Malcolm. “Little Peter Walker, who still lives in Windermere, was their favourite. He was almost like a mascot, and he got more rides than anyone else!” The troops did a lot of their military exercises on the Blea Tarn and Wrynose Pass roads, and Malcolm said they almost destroyed them. “They made a right mess of them,” he said. “They had to be practically rebuilt after the war.” èAny more memories about wartime Windermere? Email info@windermerenow.co.uk or call us on 015394 22070

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THERE'S BIN CHANGES Bins collections for many of the residents in the South Lakeland District Council area have changed – you should have received details in a letter in a green envelope – and the beneﬁts are set to kick in early next year with the council due to begin collecting plastics and cardboard from your home.

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should be placed in the PAPER box; large pieces should be stood up next to other bins ready for collection. “All cardboard boxes will need to be ﬂattened before collection,” said Councillor Sanderson. The council will advise householders when this new system is due to come into force.

'It wont happen again!' Rushbearing tea shortage confession Organisers of this year’s Ambleside Rushbearing have apologised for running out of tea and pledged: it will not happen again. In the latest issue of the Ambleside and Brathay parish

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And we’re celebrating by opening a new ofﬁce in Grangeover-Sands. Join us at 4pm on Thursday 24 September at our new site in the former St Paul’s Parish Hall on Kents Bank Road for afternoon tea and Prosecco. Progression Solicitors opened for business ten years ago in Ulverston, providing affordable specialist legal services locally. Growing rapidly to a team of nine solicitors, we expanded into Windermere in 2011. Grange-over-Sands will be our third location. We are proud to remain a family business.

Now open in Grange-Over-Sands: Call 015395 38288 Progression Solicitors are coming to Grange-Over-Sands and will be providing their unique brand of legal services to clients in Milnthorpe, Arnside and Silverdale as well as Grange. Our ﬁrm’s private client team offers advice in the following areas: residential conveyancing (for a competitive ﬁxed fee); wills and tax planning; capital gains tax; powers of attorney; elderly client advice. Home visits can be arranged.

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CUMBRIA POLICE MESSAGE

“Not all that glitters is gold” Child Sexual Exploitation (CSE) involves offenders grooming boys and girls (aged 11-16) and using their power to abuse them. CSE can take many forms, whether it occurs through a seemingly ‘consensual’ relationship with an older friend or a young person engaging in sexual conduct in exchange for attention, affection, gifts, alcohol or cigarettes.

Cumbria Constabulary is committed to preventing CSE, helping victims and bringing offenders to justice. It is a crime that can affect any child, anytime, anywhere regardless of their social or ethnic background. I am proud to say that I am the CSE Champion for the Lakes, which means that it is my role to ensure awareness of this crime is raised. “The More You Know, The More You See”

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Birthwaite Flats celebrate 50 years! On the 8th of September 1965 Birthwaite flats on Old College Lane in Windermere was opened by Mr. R.S. Crossfield, Chairman of Westmorland County Council. Offering independence and comradeship, the flats were built to ‘help with the very real problem (as Mr. Crossfield described it) presented in housing old people, particularly those who, though capable of looking after themselves independently, could not cope with the work of looking after a council house.’

As the ﬁrst sheltered housing in Westmorland, the block of luxury ﬂatlets offered self contained housing for 30 people with a house for the

Tributes pour in for former Parish Councillor Tributes have been made to former Lakes Parish councillor George Middleton, who was born and bred in Ambleside and has died aged 84. Mr Middleton, who was born on Christmas Eve in 1930, died on August 8 and his funeral was held at St Mary’s Church, Ambleside. As a councillor he was tenacious in supporting local traditions such as

Ambleside Rushbearing, and was well-known around town wearing his distinctive deerstalker hat.

Lakes Parish Council vicechairman Fiona Sparrow, at a meeting of the council, led the tributes to her former colleague.

Superfast Rollout resident warden and family.

The ﬁrst warden, Daphne Tetley stayed for 25 years, and now years later she is a resident. She has seen many changes and improvements over the years. For example the original bed sits are gone

and they are now all pleasant ﬂats with sitting room, kitchen, bedroom and wet room. There are communal areas such as a lounge and a pleasant garden for a walk.

Daphne told Windermere Now ‘I think South Lakeland should be very proud of Birthwaite’

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The roll-out of superfast ﬁbre broadband across Cumbria has arrived in Ambleside. The county council-led Connecting Cumbria project to build a ﬁbre network around the county is ahead of schedule, and by the end of the year 93 per cent of homes and businesses are expected to have access. However, having superfast broadband in your area doesn’t mean you are automatically connected, and many are missing out

by not calling their service provider to upgrade.

You can ﬁnd all you need to know at a one-day event at Ambleside Parish Centre on Tuesday 6 October, with three workshops being held – at 1pm, 3.30pm and 5.30pm. If you want to come along please register at info@ connectingcumbria.com

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behaved in the past together about a person’s financial classes have might do in the future. The circumstances: savings, investments, what they to build a portfolio of borrowings, property, mortgages and aim is ents that will provide the other investm andmanagement, wills loans, otherguide To receive a complimentary covering wealth retirement planning or Inheritance r wants and needs the investo returns health s, life andPlace pension Tax planning, contact Emma Ralls of St. James’s Wealth Management on 01946694082, ents, docum which they are comfortable. with 07500906881, www.emmarallswealthmanagement.co.uk email emma.ralls@sjpp.co.uk. insurances, income and expenditure, orand This can sometimes take a tax and much more. the decision-making group considerable amount of time. Emma Ralls But that’s only the start of this stage in in the planning process the relationship. My job is to find out The next step this information st wants to achieve with is to make sense of all client the what SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2015 - NEXT DEADLINE OCTOBER a range of up 1with their money, both now and in the and come Tax planning, produced by Management, Retirement planning or Inheritance To receive a complimentary guide covering Wealth Place Wealth Management on 019466940802 or James’s St. of Ralls Emma contact ment, Manage St. James’s Place Wealth emma.ralls@sjpp.co.uk. ite www.emmarallswealthmanagement.co.uk or email

South Lakeland District Council chief executive Lawrence Conway and council leader Councillor Peter Thornton in Market Square, Ambleside.

comprising the various councillors who have speciﬁc responsibilities, was on the road with an open meeting held on the afternoon of Wednesday the 16th at Langdale Village Hall in Chapel Stile. It was preceded by a 30-minute session at which local people could have their say about the issues affecting Great Langdale.

New Councillor

The Windermere Town Council considered an application from a local resident, Mrs Christine Hallatsch, to be Co-Opted on to the Town Council. At present there are vacancies in all four wards.

Christine is a local resident, who has lived in Windermere for many years and has served on the Town Council previously, so has lots of good experience to bring to the role Bill Smith did warn that, in general, and as there were more vacancies to ﬁll, it was not always appropriate to accept applications without a sound knowledge of the applicant as in normal circumstances of an election the electors would be making the decision. In the case of Co-Option the councillors need to act on the electors’ behalf. The council approved the Co-Option of Mrs Halatsch to the Bowness South Ward.

Hot footing it to the Parish Centre!

Following the retirement of Pam Marris, the new chiropodist offering weekly sessions at Ambleside Parish Centre is Rebecca Thorpe of Lakeland Foot Care. She holds a clinic at the centre every Thursday and is available for Friday appointments, too. Call 01229 778128 or 07814 554946.

Thirty-four Wainwrights in three days is the type of challenge that is thirsty work, especially when battered by galeforce winds that almost scuppered the whole venture.

But Richard Jennings didn’t MIND – it was all part of a marathon reconnaissance he and a few friends undertook ahead of a planned charity event next year to raise money for the mental health charity.

One of Richard’s best friends, Dave Clapham, died earlier this year in Leeds after suffering from depression for most of his life, and the charity fell walk is a way of marking his passing. “I’ve suffered from depression myself so I know that Mind is a very worthwhile charity,” said Richard, 43, who lives near Cockermouth. “I love fell walking, so I thought this was the best way of raising money. But it’s such a big undertaking I had to walk the route to make sure it

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will work. I didn’t expect to get literally blown off me feet on Helvellyn in August!”

He chose Ambleside as his main base because it lies at the southern end of the three main spines of fells through the Lake District, comprising the backbones of the areas Alfred Wainwright classiﬁed as the Eastern Fells (highest point, Helvellyn 3118ft), the Far Eastern Fells (highest point High Street, 2718ft) and the Central Fells (highest point, High Raise 2500ft).

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At the end of two days of the three-day walk, he sipped a beer in The Lily in Ambleside, just down from the Backpackers Hostel where they were staying, and discussed whether day three should include Loughrigg as its ﬁrst fell or Silver How, ﬁrst having driven to Grasmere for the start. “Loughrigg,” said his 67 year-old friend Kev, “no doubt about it.”

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Tim’s column

Swings and Roundabouts at the Council

Thanks everyone who came along to see me as our Summer Tour wound through the Central Lakes the other Tuesday. This tour really is one of the highlights of my year, which is why we have made a point of running it every year since I was elected.

Langrigge Playground came under discussion at the Windermere Town Council meeting when the Town Clerk brought up the issue of the cost of repair to the swings.

As I hope you agree I try to get out and meet with as many people as possible during the normal course of things but the Summer Tour is special as it gives me a chance to get out to the more remote villages and talk to people to ﬁnd out what is bothering them. With the added beneﬁt of allowing me to drive through what we all know to be the most beautiful part of this country. I don’t really expect people to come along with problems they want help with, the aim is to have more of a chat with people and listen to what they have to say about issues that matter to them. In fact whatever it is that they think is worth chatting about. So the more people who come along the better.

The seats of the two normal swings are damaged and need replacing and the frame of the cradle-swing has been repaired to within an inch of it’s life. So it now needs replacing entirely. A quotation of around £2300 had been obtained for the whole repair/replacement.

Discussion revolved around the possible upgrading of the style of the play area to a more “adventure-based” one than the traditional type which it is at present. Opinion was that if money is going to be spent it, may be an opportunity to alter the style of the play area. Eventually it was decided that swings would still be more relevant to the younger children with parents using Langrigge playground, so the proposal to have the swings replaced was accepted by the council.

Pine Rigg

A lot of people, particularly farmers, came along to express their concerns over the low price of milk. As many of you know this is an issue that I have been working on for many years and believe passionately that we need to sort out. We cannot afford to see farmers going out of dairy at the current rate let alone put up with the fact that nowhere near enough young people are attracted into farming because they feel that the money they can earn does not justify the hard work they have to put in. I have been pressuring ministers on this for some time and will continue with this. Thanks also to everyone who cheered me on in the Guides Race at Grasmere Sports, another bit of a tradition but one that really doesn’t encourage people to come up to me for a chat afterwards. I really wouldn’t wish meeting a sweaty MP after he has run up and down a fell on anyone! As ever if you have anything you want to discuss with me and you have not seen me out and about you can always reach me by emailing tim@timfarron.co.uk or calling 01539 723 403. Thanks for your support Tim

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A link with guidebook writer Alfred Wainwright is about to be severed.

Of course during these chats familiar themes emerge, investment in the hospital, affordable housing, bringing new well paid jobs to the area but this is good as it reassures me that we are working on the right issues. Local transport is always a concern and this was particularly so in the Central Lakes. I am keeping a close eye on the progress of the electriﬁcation of the Lakes line which is important for a whole raft of reasons. Given the amount of effort that went into getting this off the ground I am going to work equally hard to ensure that it remains on track to happen.

MAIN: Plastic swing seats are beyond repair INSET: The wooden swing frame is too far gone to repair

The author of the Pictorial Guides to the Lakeland Fells, in a chapter about Loughrigg Fell in the third book of the series, identiﬁed the dwelling known as Pine Rigg as the former clubhouse of a golf club on the

fellside that closed in 1956. The distinctive wooden structure is the last house on the public bridleway linking Ambleside and Skelwith Bridge via Rothay Park and Miller Bridge before open fellside is reached. Now a planning application has been submitted to demolish the existing structure, which is believed to have been built in 1904, and replace it with a new dwelling. Lakes Parish Council at its last meeting recommended that the plan be approved. “The current building is very ﬂimsy,” said Councillor Leslie Johnson (Ambleside). “It’s not ﬁt for purpose.”

Looking Fine and Dandy The Windermere Town Council discussed a proposal to extend the service it provides by enhancing litter collection and, for the ﬁrst time, street sweeping. There will also be planting and care of neglected ﬂower beds, which the District Council no longer maintain, to keep Windermere & Bowness looking clean and tidy. The Town Steward will continue to do lots of work in Elleray Woods and to clean the road signs every 6 months. To fund this, the Town Council has reduced its administration expenditure, using it instead to get things done on the streets, which is where it matters and where a difference can be made.

This will be done by either extending the hours of the Town Steward or by employing an additional person for one day per week. It was suggested the that initially the extra hours would be offered to the existing Town Steward. The branding on the steward’s working clothes was also discussed. Council members thought it important that people would know that he was working on behalf of the Town Council. The proposal was agreed.

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Too much advertising on the footways of Ambleside town centre, in the form of shop ‘A’ boards, is concerning Lakes Parish Council, which is drafting a letter to send to retailers in the town reminding them that they must not block the path of pedestrians.

The Bridge House

Ambleside’s iconic landmark on Rydal Road – is to get a new ﬂue and a stove refurbishment, Lakes Parish Council heard at its August meeting. Councillors had no objection to the planning application.

CLLAP

A partnership involving Cumbria County Council, South Lakes District Council and three local parish councils has been given a thumbs down from one of its members – Lakes Parish Council – which has voted to give up membership. The Central Lakes Local Area Partnership (CLLAP) was, according to Councillor Leslie Johnson, little more than a talking shop, with poor attendance and no budget for projects.

Councillor Vivienne Rees, however, said there were positive beneﬁts to Lakes Parish Council being a member, but she was unable to persuade enough of her colleagues to agree with her. This leaves just Windermere Town Council and Skelwith Parish Council as the remaining parish council members.

Low wood

Major plans to redevelop the Low Wood Hotel on the shore of Windermere have been given a cautious approval by Lakes Parish Council, but with strong reservations about a proposed new access point on a bend in the busy A591 road north of the current way in and out. They are worried that a combination of trafﬁc resulting from a planned new conference centre at the site, allied to a possible new access from The Samling Hotel sharing the entrance, could cause serious problems at peak times. Councillor Anne Sowerbutts said: “I am very concerned about the road. Unless they widen the road – which they can’t – I fear this development will seriously hold up people using the main arterial road into the Lake District.”

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GRASMERE SHOW As the Adamson Military Brass Band played by the finishing line, almost five thousand visitors watched the women’s guide race record fall to Victoria Wilkinson on a beautiful day at Grasmere Sports and Show. The men’s record of 12 minutes 21 seconds remained unbeaten despite the offer of a £500 prize for anyone who took it. Well done to Simon Bailey who took first place in 13 minutes, and to his son who also won (pictured below). The large crowd who attended enjoyed a fabulous day as competitors came from far and wide to entertain and try their hand at Cumberland wrestling, tug o’ war, or the sprint races for the youngsters. Four legged visitors were in abundance from the Ferret World Roadshow, to Herdwicks and the local competitors in the hound trails. Among the winners in the pens were Robby & Peter Bland from Knott Houses Farm, Grasmere, who took the trophy for the best tup. Alison Langhorn from Lindale who took first place with ‘Tinkerbelle’ in the open restricted hound trail (pictured below). Well done to everyone who took part and made it a great Lakeland day out.

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SHOW!

Shows and Events, Sports and Games, Clubs and Societies.... You'll ﬁnd them all in the pages of Windermere Now. Why not let us know about your events and see them featured in future editions.

HAWKSHEAD SHOW It takes months to plan, four days to set up, but only one day to take down. That’s Hawkshead Agricultural Show in a nutshell. “The most important thing of all is that it doesn’t pour with rain just before it starts,” said show secretary Sue Todd. And as if to emphasise the point, while she was posing for a photograph outside the tented nerve-centre of the show she looked nervously as the dark clouds passing overhead. Fortunately, the rain held off, meaning the grassy acres of Hawkshead Hall Farm remained grassy and didn’t become the sea of mud the organisers feared. The show, which has been running since 1875, drew its usual bumper entry (as shown by the bulging 52-page annual show catalogue).

AMBLESIDE FLOWER SHOW Back in 1942, in the third year of World War Two, every available bit of land which could grow food was being used to feed a nation fighting Hitler’s murderous regime. But there was still time for some of the niceties of life, which in Ambleside manifested itself that summer with the town’s first flower show. Now, 73 years later, the show is still going strong, as evidenced by the colourful displays of flowers and edible displays of vegetables that filled the trestle tables of the town’s Kelsick Centre last month on the 8th and 9th August. Towards the end of a cold, cloudy and dismally wet summer, the obvious question to ask Ambleside Horticultural & Craft Society organisers was how had the contributors managed to grow anything during such a dreary few months. “It’s all about being flexible,” said committee chairman David Capstick. “Some things will grow very well when it’s cold and wet. You have to take the rough with the smooth.” If all else fails, of course, instead of growing plants you can always knit them! That’s what committee member Verna Jackson did a couple of years back when her plants were ruined by a sneaky jackdaw attack. Out came the knitting needles, and into the plants section went some wooly vegetables. “It’s now a bit of a tradition that I do this,” she said, showing off a nifty line in Swiss rolls that, by rights, should have been in the crafts section but were, instead, nestling among the veg. They still looked tasty, though.

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'Graze' DINING OUT EATING IN

"We are so lucky to live in an area so rich and abundant with fantastic produce and amazing places to eat."

raze' is the new regular guide to dining out, shopping, local food producers and recipe ideas. So if you’re looking for inspiration for a ladies lunch spot or an idea of where to ﬁnd the best local ingredients, just turn to ‘Graze’ - published every month within Windermere Now. As we head to Christmas many people turn to thinking about booking a staff party or a special family meal. Did you know there are about 16 Saturdays to go depending on when you read this. So if you have a favourite table in a favourite restaurant, now’s the time to book!

When you’re cooking at home it pays to shop around. With so many fabulous producers on our doorstep you’re spoilt for choice - if you know where to look. So keep an eye on ‘Graze’ for regular ideas of where to go to ﬁnd the best of local ingredients.

CONTEMPORARY CUISINE WITH TRADITIONAL VALUES Hillthwaite Hotel is happy to announce it has welcomed a new head chef to lead the way in guest dining at this recently refurbished Windermere hotel. Daniel Winstanley is looking forward to offering his contemporary twist on French cuisine with a traditional British flair and flavour, ensuring the use of the best of British local produce as well as growing his own herbs, fruits and vegetables onsite within the hotel grounds. Daniel is a firm believer that customer experience and satisfaction is paramount, describing himself as a hardworking and passionate person who relishes a challenge and will jump at any opportunity with positivity. With Hillthwaite’ s dining room boasting spectacular views of Windermere Lake and surrounding fells the team are sure that the food will amaze guests as much as the breath-taking landscape. With the hotel offering breakfast, lunches including Sunday lunches, light snacks, afternoon teas and dinners to both residents and non-residents he has his work cut out.

However, with his many years of experience in the trade and a lifelong passion for cooking which lead him to becoming an honoured member of the ‘Master Chefs of Great Britain’

making him truly ﬁt for the job, with new beautiful dishes already appearing on the menus which are sure to wow your taste buds. Locals and visitors alike are always welcome to book a table any day of the week to experience his culinary skills and the welcoming and friendly atmosphere at this delightful family run hotel, with some of the best views in the Lakes. Call Hillthwaite on 015394 43636 or visit their website at www.hillthwaite.com

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Gin O’Clock Everyday at Hillthwaite Between 4pm and 6pm have yourself the perfect lazy afternoon to enjoy our spectacular views of Lake Windermere while enjoying a refreshing Gin and Tonic. Selection of Gin and Tonics available from just £4.00. All the above available until 28th February 2016. Certain Dates not Applicable. T&C’s apply

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'Graze' DOM’S EASTERN PROMISE The Ryebeck, the stylish Arts and Crafts country house hotel in the heart of the Lakes at Bowness, has a new head chef, Dom Clarke, formerly Head Chef at Gilpin Hotel and Lake House.

winning restaurants, including Malmaison in both Edinburgh and Manchester and The Lowry Hotel, Manchester, ﬁrstly under Ryan Murphy and then Neil O’Connell before making the move to the Lakes.

Dom has spent time in the Far East exploring Thailand, Cambodia, Laos and Malaysia, developing a love for the beguiling simplicity of dishes from the region, renowned for their depth of ﬂavour, texture and beauty.

ll great companies look to diversify; Apple, which made its name designing computers, invented the iPod, the iPhone and the iPad. Granny Smiths (another Apple, but that’s where the similarity ends) made its name selling fruit and veg, but now offers much more to its Ambleside customers.

He has created ‘The Classic Menu’, with ﬁrm British favourites such as Chateaubriand with mashed potatoes and wild mushroom or Coq Au Vin with mashed potatoes, hen of the woods, celeriac, micro carrot and pancetta crisps.

Dom, originally from Altrincham in Cheshire, has arrived in ﬁne style and has already created two new menus from scratch for the Two AA Rosette restaurant.

Dom has worked in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and brings with him a wealth of experience and innovation. He has worked in a number of award

“People’s buying habits have changed so we’ve had to offer more than fruit and vegetables,” said owner Margaret Spence, who has been running her store in the town’s Market Place for the past 32 years.

Then there is Dom’s Eastern influenced menu, ‘The Ryebeck Menu’, bursting with complex flavours complimenting simple fresh ingredients, such as wild stone bass with a miso broth, or Cumbrian lamb rump and confit croustillant, with sweet potato.

And as part of a diversiﬁcation that would put that of the late Apple supremo Steve Jobs to shame, she now sells, among other things: tea, coffee, pasta, gluten-free products, herbs and spices,health supplements, cheeses, ﬂour, olives, lentils, pulses . . . and even wool.

“You name it, we’ve got it,” she said. At that moment, a chef from the nearby White Lion wandered in. “Everything was on our delivery except parsley,” he said. “Have you got any?”

Dom’s food philosophy is straightforward. ‘’The food I aim to create is all about delighting the senses, it’s about texture, ﬂavour, and the way it’s presented."

“We did have,” replied Margaret, “but your manager came in earlier and bought the lot!”

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The small band of volunteers involved in planting and tending fruit trees and bushes in Windermere and Bowness public spaces have been busy this year weeding and pruning the plants we have placed in the previous two years. Many of the bushes have fruited well this year, and have been there for local residents just to help themselves. It is early days yet for the apple, pear and plum trees but some of the apples have fruit on them this year. Again, they are free to anyone to help themselves; just twist the fruit gently and if it comes away, it is ready to eat. If not, leave it for another week or so. If you live near School Knott, Ghyll Road, School Knott Drive, Mill Rise, Orrest Drive, Library gardens, Birthwaite gardens,

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A Devil of a Good Time 4 Everyone!

Put the ‘oo’ back into food at LucyCooks The Cookery School in the Lake District

LucyCooks …. And so can you! LucyCooks on The Mill Yard, Staveley, is a fabulous alternative culinary activity to enjoy whilst you’re in the Lake District … indulge in the pleasure of food from preparation to presentation. An extensive and varied range of courses and workshops are available. Don’t forget to look out for some of our special offers and last minute deals – visit the LucyCooks website or call for details. • Practical Courses • • • • •

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The Cumbria Women of the Year event aims to find special ladies who are often unsung heroine’s of our county and honour those who doggedly work for the good of others. Nominations are made by members of the public who may know someone who embodies the aims of the award Nominees span all walks of life. The woman may be a devoted carer or charity worker, recognised for her outstanding professional achievement, often going beyond the call of duty. They may be recognised for their personal sacrifice or their ability to overcome adversity and offer inspiration to others. They could have gained success in sport or made a positive difference to the people around them. Last year's winner was Doreen Beattie - a carer and fosterer from Kirkoswald. The difficult task of selecting a winner is undertaken by the committee, which is made up of 14 voluntary community representatives from all over the county. Chairwoman, Tess Hart said "It is 26 years since the Cumbria Women of the Year annual event started in 1990 and it is very heartening that after all those years of holding this annual event, which is dedicated to rewarding those women who work selflessly

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Townend, the famous Lake District farmhouse in Troutbeck village, faces major repairs.

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for the beneﬁt of others, to still be receiving such worthy public nominations from around the whole of Cumbria. We are constantly struck by the enormous generosity of spirit, tenacity and courage which drives so many women to do so much for others.”

To celebrate all those achievements a special new venue for the presentation luncheon in November will be the Laura Ashley Hotel The Belsﬁeld in Windermere, when the Cumbria Woman of the Year and the Cumbria Life Lifetime Achievement Award will be announced. This year the event will raise money for the Lake District Calvert Trust and Blood Bikes Cumbria.

Make A Nomination before 30th September The award relies on people who take the time to write sincere and enthusiastic nominations about exceptional women who make a signiﬁcant difference within their communities. We welcome nominations of such women from all walks of life in Cumbria. Give as many details as possible of the achievements, personality and signiﬁcant contributions to the community and over what period of time, by the special lady you wish to tell us about. Please complete and return the nomination form which is available on the website.

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Approaching retirement? Not sure what to do? Following pension reforms on April 6, people approaching retirement have greater freedom over how they can use their pension pots. People can take a lump sum, take out an annuity or a mixture of both. Pension Wise is a new Government service designed to help people make sense of their pension options, and empower them to make the right choices for them. Individual face to face Pension

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Wise guidance appointments are now available to book, for those aged 50 or over. The guidance will help you understand your options to access your (deﬁned contribution) pension pots after age 55.

To book your guidance appointment locally call into any South Lakes CAB outlet or ring us on 015394 46464 or contact the centralised booking number on 01900 68981. You can also ﬁnd

Action Fraud has noticed a rise in reports concerning the purchase of pets, in particular puppies, advertised for sale via popular online auction websites. The fraudsters will place an advert of the pet for sale, claiming to have recently moved abroad and the need

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Free, conﬁdential advice and help is available from South Lakes Citizens Advice Bureau on any aspect of debt, consumer problems, beneﬁts, housing, employment and any other problems. We have various outlets across South Lakeland and can also give advice over the phone – telephone 015394 46464 for an appointment and help.

to re-home the puppies. Once a sale is agreed and payment is made, usually by money transfer or bank transfer, the pet does not materialise. The fraudster will usually ask for further advanced payments for courier charges, shipping fees or vet bills

During a routine inspection of the external lime render wet rot, affecting the two main timbers in the oldest part of the house, was discovered. There is an urgent need to remove and replace them. Now the National Trust in the Lake District is launching a fundraising drive to repair and protect the Grade 1 listed house. The work, which will require the closure of the house to public in October, is estimated to cost in excess of £100,000. As the house is small its contents, including the priceless library of historic texts, on subjects as diverse as early farming techniques, medicine or household management, will have to be packed and protected while work is going ahead. This alone will cost £5000, while repairing and replacing the beams is likely to cost in excess of £50,000. It’s likely that Townend will have to remain closed for part of 2016 To replace the damaged section of the beams with new timber the 500 year-old farmhouse will need to be surrounded with scaffolding to support the weight of the structure while the repairs are carried out. The job will include replacing the slates above the timbers that keep rainwater off the house and external re-rendering and decoration. “Imagine what it feels like to press against a 400 year old solid oak beam and feel it crumble beneath your ﬁngers,” said National Trust Custodian Emma Wright, “I was shocked, then extremely fearful for the future of this wonderful building.”

“It’s a daunting time, but exciting too.’ she adds. ‘This place is full to the brim with the character of the Browne family who lived here for centuries. But how was it built? How old are the original timbers? And how did the Brownes move a huge oak beam the size of a tree trunk into position in around 1600? We now have a unique chance to uncover some of this hidden history.” Visitors are already showing their support for Townend; over £5,000 has been raised so far, but there is still much more needed.

Donations can be made online by visiting our Just Giving page at: www.justgiving.com/Townend-NT Or contact Fundraising Coordinator Liz Guest to ﬁnd out more on 015394 63806. or email: liz.guest@nationaltrust.org.uk

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NATURE & WILDLIFE

Autumnwatch

Lone Rangers no more.... To celebrate International Ranger Day, last month, the National Trust gathered its countryside staff alongside colleagues and peers from organisations such as Natural England, Cumbria Rivers Trust and United Utilities.

Keynote speaker at the event was Gordon Miller, from the International Ranger Federation, who described the challenges faced by Rangers around the world working in Protected Areas. He described the ever- increasing threats including poaching, encroachment on protected area and that rangers in the field often pay the ultimate price for their devotion to the task.

Gordon said of the event: “This past 12 months has seen over 50 rangers from 20 countries lose their lives to poachers, from others threatening their

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parks and accidents. Most losses are from homicide and others from accidents that illustrate the often hazardous environment that they face, particularly in developing countries.

“World Ranger Day gives us an opportunity to pay homage to those who have perished and urge governments to ‘protect the protectors’. The dedication of rangers, particularly in the developing world, deserves our gratitude if our precious protected areas are to remain havens for our diminishing natural and cultural assets.” Sam Stalker, Lead Ranger for the National Trust in the western Lake District, and event organiser said: “Opportunities for Rangers to get together and share their professional knowledge are few and far between – we’re almost always out in the landscape we love. Days like

The Ambleside celebration also included the announcement that the National Trust has become a corporate member of the Countryside Management Association.

The National Trust is Europe’s largest conservation charity and we believe in the importance of nature, beauty and history in people’s lives. We care for 20% of the Lake District National Park, including England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike, its deepest lake, Wastwater, its precious wildlife, 90 tenanted farms, and the cultural heritage within a dozen historic buildings. We support 300 jobs in Cumbria and the Lake District and each year we work with local volunteers, who help us look after one of England’s most inspirational landscapes.

The Trust is dependent on the support of its members and the visitors we welcome to our special places each year: every penny we raise in Cumbria is invested in caring for this special place, for ever, for everyone. www.nationaltrust.org.uk

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October is the month when the autumn colours of the trees and shrubs at Holehird are at their best. The leaves of the very many Acers in the garden, commonly known as maples, change colour before they fall. The trees turn yellow, red or orange producing a spectacular sight throughout the garden. The leaves of other trees also change; those of Sorbus, mountain ashes, generally turn to red, while some of the birches turn yellow. Berries of different colours are in abundance, red on the cotoneasters, red, white or pink on sorbus, purple on a callicarpa. There is even a yellow berried holly. Red fruits are the first to be eaten by hungry birds. Shrubs also change colour. The leaves of Euonymus elatus compactus, turn a vibrant red before falling. There are still plenty of ﬂowers in bloom. Asters and

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Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes when this hugely popular television programme is based at a Nature Reserve for a series of broadcasts.

If you have, then Ambleside Natural History Society is hosting an illustrated talk at 7.30 pm on Friday 9th October 2015 at the Ambleside Parish Centre, which could explain all. Visitors are most welcome. There is a charge of £3, under 25s are free.

Autumnwatch was transmitted from the RSPB Reserve at Leighton Moss in both 2013 and 2014. Annabel Rushton, the Marketing Officer from the reserve, will give an insight into what it was like behind the scenes. She will describe what is involved in persuading the BBC to choose Leighton Moss, working with them, local media coverage and managing visitors etc. Alasdair Grubb, an assistant warden, will cover his involvement working with the camera team to find the wildlife and the best locations for filming it. No doubt some amusing anecdotes and many interesting facts will emerge.

Holehird in October

dahlias in the walled garden, blue gentians in the alpine areas and the red-ﬂowered Hesperanthe coccinea or Kaffir lily. Various fungi can be found on the ground amongst the fallen leaves. On Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th October

from 11.00 until 16.00, there will be an end of season sale of shrubs, climbers and young trees grown in the propagating areas. These are ideally suited to Lake District conditions and include many unusual varieties.

BUSINESS

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Take Notice. It’s The Law

Although the No-Smoking laws have been in place for 7 years now there is still a legal requirement for businesses to display No Smoking signs.

An exciting new design hub bringing together smart technology with the best interior furnishing is to be launched in Cumbria.

The law requires no smoking signs to be displayed in a prominent position at every entrance to the business premises. Failure to comply with the laws is a criminal offence and carries a fixed penalty notice of £200.

The new centre at Special Spaces, Overbeck, Woodland Road, in Windermere will be a showcase for some top craftsmen and designers, with state of the art home cinema, audio and lighting set into custom built furniture in an ideal-home setting. This marks the start of a partnership between Andrew Smith, who has been running the Special Spaces showroom and is also managing director of Lakeland Fells Furniture, and Matt Holmes and Ben Tomlinson of smart technology specialists Epixx.

The South Lakeland District Council’s Public Protection Group holds a limited number of free no-smoking stickers in stock. You can also download them from smokefreeengland.co.uk or order them on 0800 169 1697.

Ambleside Guest House Sold

Cherry Garth Guest House, a 19th-century Lakeland house which was on the market for £850,000 in Ambleside, has been sold to experienced hoteliers Joe and Sarah Warzecha. Cherry Garth Guest House is less than a five minute walk from the bustling town of Ambleside. Boasting spectacular views of the stunning lakeland fells and 12 en-suite letting bedrooms. The sale was handled by Martin Davis, director at Christie + Co's Manchester office. He said: “Cherry Garth presented an ideal opportunity for buyers looking to purchase a lifestyle business. The vendors have owned the hotel since 2004 and have built up a fantastic reputation, earning them an AA 4-Star rating."

Mr Davis reports strong sales in Cumbria's hospitality industry thanks to favourable rates of return in northern England. He explained: “We are pleased to report that the recovery in the hotel sector that we saw in 2014 has continued in the first half of this year.

"We have experienced a further increase in activity across all aspects of our business compared with 2014.

Matt and Ben, of Epixx, who say they “live and breathe technology”,will be based at the Special Spaces showroom. They are independent consultants and designers specialising in

"In addition to attracting experienced regional operators and high net-worth individuals, it is interesting to note the increase in the number of overseas buyers that are looking for hotel opportunities across Cumbria and the North West of England, given the favourable rates of return when compared with their own countries, as well as those seen in London and the South East, where Bricks and Mortar values and operational costs can be considerably higher.”

Ben Tomlinson and Andrew Smith of Special Spaces

home cinema, HDTV, lighting, music, and smart security who needed a location and the furniture to set off their smart home and commercial creations. Andrew’s Special Spaces showroom and handcrafted furniture proved to be the ideal solution. A showroom dedicated to kitchen design and individually-made fitted furniture is being extended to create a labyrinth of smarttechnology rooms. They will be joined by award-winning interior designer Alison

Due to open at the end of September, the design hub will be a showcase for anyone needing home or commercial technology, with items for sale, and where bespoke designs can be ordered.

Charting a course to continued success Once again Windermere Lake Cruises sits atop the list of most visited paidfor tourist attractions in the North West in figures published by VisitEngland in August. Of the 1608 registered places of interest across England only 3 landmark monuments in London and Yorkshire’s Flamingo Land beat a trip on the lake in the 2014 survey. Accommodating nearly 1.5 million tourists is no mean

feat, especially given the seasonal highs and lows of tourism in the Lake District. Nevertheless this represents a 4.1% increase in visitor numbers on 2013.

Although no doubt helped by the good weather that we enjoyed last summer this continues a remarkably steady growth for Windermere Lake Cruises which has been offering voyages on Windermere, in various guises, since 1845, with the present ownership

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ART & MUSIC

Old Courthouse Gallery 21st Birthday

It is hard to believe that it was 21 years ago that Andrew and Sylvia Brammall visited Hereford College to see not only their son, Christopher’s work at the graduate show but all the other students.

They were so impressed that it proved to be the spark for the opening of OCG in Market Place. After much renovation work the gallery was up and running, with the help of daughter Amanda and daughter in law Heidi, plus two granddaughters Wren and Izzy who loved being ‘gallery girls’, with all the fittings and stairs designed and made by Chris, it was and still is very much a family affair. They believe it is privilege to have such a long established business in the heart of the beautiful Lake District.

Starting on the 12th September is their 21st birthday exhibition entitled CUMBRIA, which will run to 17th October with 40 artists across all mediums participating.

The quiet little village of Witherslack, just off the A590 in South Lakes, will be buzzing again as it does every year in September and October when the annual exhibition by the Witherslack Artist and Makers Group takes over the idyllic Old School Room next to the church. This year is the 20th annual exhibition of work by the group which brings 16 local exhibitors together to show their new work in this inspiring setting. In 2011 Charlie Whinney used the setting to wrap a tree in steamed plywood which certainly made a different statement. Regarded as one of the best of it’s kind in Cumbria, this colourful exhibition is professional, exciting and superbly presented to their discerning, and constantly growing, audience. The range of works use traditional and contemporary techniques in media including, prints, paintings, basketry, furniture, glass, ceramics, jewellery, stone carving and textiles. All are available to purchase. This year’s guest artists will be Imogen Bone and Elizabeth Shorrock. Imogen is an established painter working from her studio at The Factory, Kendal, inspired by the dramatic landscapes of Cumbria, Cornwall and the Scilly Isles. Elizabeth creates folded paper structures in the form of books and sculptures. She used maps and recycled texts and recently has begun to incorporate her own prints.

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MAIN: Wrapped tree by Charlie Whinnie 2011

INSET: Chair by Paul Girling

Exhibiting this year are: Imogen Bone, Jane Bradley, John Calver, Fiona Clucas. Martin Copley. Owen Jones, Beverley White, Elizabeth Shorrock, DJ Roodhuyzen, Sue Gilmartin, Judy Evans, Jacqueline Dobson, Hans Ullrich, Alvin.F.Irving, Eileen Strand, Jo Vincent, Pip Hall, Paul Girling. Once again, this is an exhibition not to be missed, in its serene setting it manages to uplift the spirit with the beautiful artworks on display.

It’s open daily from 10am until 5pm from 12th Sept – 11th Oct. Admission is free and at weekends refreshments are available at the church next door. Visit the exhibition at The Old School Room Barwick Hall Witherslack South Lakes LA11 6RS 015395 52371 wg@basketmaker.freeserve.co.uk Witherslack is signposted off the A590. There will be signs for the exhibition to follow from here. The exhibition is located next to St.Paul’s Church, straight past the turning to Halecat.

Ambleside & District Art Society Will be holding their annual exhibition, from Wednesday 14th October until Sunday 25th October in Ambleside Parish Centre. The exhibition will be open to the public from 10am to 5pm daily (except both Sundays opening at 10.30am and last entry on the final Sunday at 3pm). The exhibition will be opened by Mr Geoff Atkinson, Hotelier, Salutation Hotel, Ambleside.

To celebrate the founding of the society just over 40 years ago, Ambleside and District Art Society will be launching sales of a special postcard book of images by 30 different artists, all working within a 10 mile radius of Ambleside. This shows the incredible range of styles and talent within the society and will be well worth the small sum charged.

Amongst the society’s members are Mary Lauritzen, Marylin Tordoff and Mike Labrum, as well as emerging Lakeland artists, demonstrating the diversity of talent within the society. Marylin is known for her beautiful 22

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View to Haystacks from Buttermere pastel, by Jean Grazier

watercolour landscapes and Mike for his distinctive style in oils . Marion Bradley, Martin Tomlinson and Christine Baines, are exhibiting members who also belong to the prestigious Lakes Artists group. The work of all these artists is included in the postcard book.

Hardly lonely. Wordsworth legacy is as popular as ever.

‘I wandered...’ is a new book that celebrates that most iconic of Wordsworth poems on the 200th anniversary of its definitive version being published. This collaboration between poet Gary Boswell and Cumbrian based Japanese artist Hideyuki Soube has come about thanks to the foresight of Peter Elkington, Curator of Rydal Mount in Grasmere, home of William Wordsworth for the last 37 years of his life, has this year hosted a companion exhibition including a new portrait of Wordsworth by Soube which places him above an infinite field of the eponymous daffodils. Soube says that ‘I wandered...’ revaluates the spirit of Romanticism for the modern age by “taking a contemporary interpretation of the love of nature felt by Wordsworth, and using visual language to present a new body of work”.

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New Expressions: Uta Kogelsberger Lakeland Arts, Wordsworth Trust and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery have commissioned artist Uta Kogelsberger to produce a new body of work inspired by the three venues' collections, buildings and surrounding landscapes. Uta Kogelsberger lives in London and lectures in Fine Art at Newcastle University. Since completing her Masters degree in sculpture at the Royal College of Art, London, she has been working primarily with photography and film to create intense works often looking at landscape. She has exhibited widely both in the UK and internationally. New Expressions 3 has been made possible by an Arts Council England National pathfinder programme that fosters collaboration between contemporary artists and museums.

New Expressions 3 continues during 2015 at:

Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery: 24 October - 29 November 2015 Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Display: Until 3 January 2016, Abbot Hall Art Gallery, Video: 21 October - 3 January 2016

Something to get steamed up about 26 year old Robert Beale, who is currently second in command on the famous ‘steamer’ the MV Tern, has written a new book, “Lakeland Waterways”, a history of travel on the lakes. Robert who is originally from Silverdale, has worked with Windermere Lake Cruises since 2008 and is one of the youngest ever skippers of a Windermere ‘steamer’. He published his first book “Steamers of the Lakes” in 2011.

The heritage of England’s most iconic lakes features in the book, co-written with Richard Kirkman, which celebrates a history of travel in the English Lake District, including Windermere, Coniston, Ullswater and Derwentwater. With a wealth of archive photography and previously unpublished research, it gives an insight into sailing on the lakes from the Romans and Vikings right through to the present day.

Windermere is the UK’s top photo spot – are you surprised? The results of the Nikon UK’s Favourite Views Survey are in and show that Windermere in the Lake District was the place favoured by most photographers (38%), according to the Nikon poll of more than 2,000 photography enthusiasts.

Left to right - Robert Beale, Margaret Reid,Greg Simpson

The book was officially unveiled aboard Windermere’s most historic vessel, which has operated on Windermere since the 1890s. Robert says, “This book has been a labour of love. I spent more 7 years researching historic documents including timetables, guidebooks

“Surprised? Not really! Windermere is so well known, and easily accessible by road and train, and it’s a great starting point for exploring the Lakes, along with Ambleside and Keswick. Castlerigg stone circle, Loughrigg Tarn, Blea Tarn and Langdale Valley are all particular favourite places of mine to shoot in the Lakes, while Coniston Water has some great locations without the crowds. Autumn is my favourite time of year to be there, with the fall colours and a hint of the coming winter in the air, but it’s a great place to visit whenever you get the opportunity.”

For more than two decades, award-winning pro photographer Jeremy Walker has been making stunning landscape and architectural images for advertising, editorial and design clients worldwide. Recently named Nikon UK’s new Landscape Ambassador, Jeremy tells us about what the Ambassador role means, why it’s no surprise that the Lake District has been voted the country’s favourite photo location, and what his own top spots are… and also makes a rather surprising confession Now that picture up there. Is it really Windermere?

Lakeland Waterways has been published by Lily Publications and is now stocked on Amazon. It is also available from a range of Cumbrian retailers at a cost of £19.95.

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Dear Editor, I have just enjoyed the richness of news and prospects contained in the August/September issue.

I am struck by the enterprise of some local Primary Schools. When, as the new Director of Education for Westmorland, I visited every Primary School in the academic year 1967/68, I was struck by the extreme isolation of so many small schools. many heads that I talked with had not visited another Primary or Secondary school in their career and were ignorant of the mass of books and materials available to illustrate new branches of the curriculum.

So I told Heads of all Primary schools they were to go out and about for one day in each term and that the cost of a supply teacher would be met. Some went to open day at their local Secondary School, some went to see the exhibition of books at the Teacher centre in Kendal.

But school expeditions were unusual. I encouraged schools to join together to visit local castles, historical sites and nature reserves. Some schools took no part so staff and pupils remained bound by the limits of their classroom. It’s apparent from your magazine that some schools in this area need no encouragement to get out and about, to experience communal life, to learn what responsibility each must take and to see their teachers as friends in the learning process. Guy K Greenwood, Director of Education, Westmorland CC 1967 - 74

Dear Editor,

50 years old...more like 100

Following the article in the last edition we received the following comment from Don Lowis.

‘the picture of Windermere Station in the current edition of your paper was taken before 1923 so it's a bit more than 50 years ago. The LNWR became The LMS in 1923.’

In the same article was a picture of Windermere Picture House. Not a bus stop as was suggested.

Lakes Christian Centre

Are starting a new Sunday morning series on the Beatitudes from Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount from the book of Matthew. We’re entitling the series ‘The Upside Down Kingdom’ as what Jesus spoke about is as relevant today as it was then. We’d love you to join us on a Sunday, our services start at 11am and you’ll always receive a warm welcome. We have a vibrant children’s and youth work, and afterwards there are refreshments downstairs in our Coffee Lounge. If you are new to the area, or wanting to find out more about Jesus, then it would be great to see you. You can find us on Lake Road in Bowness, just up from the Royalty Cinema. You can also check out our website at www.lakeschristiancentre.co.uk.

Will Clark's Great North Run Team wheelchair push - 12 of us are doing the 13 miles in aid of Great North Air Ambulance Service - he wants to give back to the guys who took him to Newcastle on 12th July 2012; the day he had his life changing accident when raising money for Cystic Fibrosis. Now paralysed from the shoulders down, his everyday day life has tremendous challenges especially as he was a keen fellrunner, and was in the GB under 17 Ski squad and active outdoor guy.

Churches Together in Windermere.

A store collection at Booths Supermarket, Windermere on 25 August raised £245 for Christian Aid’s work. Thank you to all who helped on the collection rota.

Now his sport is sailing with a specially adapted sip and puff control he can steer his boat himself through Blackwell Sailing Trust. His Boma bike is chin controlled and allows him to enjoy outdoors on bridle ways that are wide enough.

Sponsorship can be made to createanddonate.co.uk/to/carrie - my own page on the GNAAS' own site so that all gift aid goes to this fabulous life saving charity. The aim is to raise ten thousand pounds which equates to four emergency trips in the helicopter. Carrie Taylor

Events at Carver Uniting Church in October.

Coffee@ Carver: Every Wednesday: 10-11.30am. Drop in for coffee, tea and a chat. All welcome. Sunday 11 October: 3.00pm: Messy Church in the church hall. Friday 16 October: 2.30pm: Bereavement Group Meeting. Sunday 25 October: 9.00am: ‘Church with Croissants’. Join us for coffee, croissants, worship, music and discussion at this informal service. All welcome.

autumn adventures Enjoy the festivities this Halloween from treacherous trails and spooky stories to ghost hunts and monster crafts. Visit Sizergh, Wray Castle, Allan Bank, Fell Foot, Acorn Bank, Wordsworth House and Garden plus many more places. nationaltrust.org.uk/nwautumn © Peter Beales Roses Ltd © National Trust Images/John Millar Registered charity no: 205846

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CHURCH NEWS

ST. MARY'S 160!

St. Mary’s held a 160th Birthday Party ( Patronal Festival *) and Service on Sunday 6th September. The service at 11am was followed by a Buffet Lunch. * A Patronal Feast is the occasion on which a parish annually honours the saint who was chosen as the Patron Saint of the parish.

The party was due to take place on 6th September just after we went to print with this issue but we discovered that a chapel was first on the site in 1848 and was steadily extended until finally St. Mary's was consecrated as a parish church in 1856. St. Mary's Church came into being as a direct result of the coming of the railway to Windermere in 1846. The population of the scattered township of Applethwaite increased rapidly and there was obvious need

for a church more central than those at Bowness or Troutbeck. The church was almost destroyed by arson attack in August 1988 but fortunately Restoration work started on the church in March 1989 and was completed in the summer of 1990. Now a modern and well equipped space with great acoustics (I know as my entire family have sung in there with different choirs and school performances). over the years - Ed.)

Selling Blessed Insurance! Popular Windermere-based insurance broker Rob Nicholson is swapping the world of finance for the cloth as he prepares for four years training to be a priest. Rob, who has worked at Simpson & Parsons in the High Street for 11 years, is about to take up residency at the Highland Theological College in Dingwall, Inverness, part of the University of the Highlands and Islands. “You could say I’ll be selling blessed insurance!” he said. It’s a big step for Rob, who, in the midst of all this, has moved the family home from Windermere to Wigton, where his wife Mel is taking up a teaching position. “I’ve always been religious, and it’s something I’ve wanted to do for some time,” said father of two grown-up children Rob, who was rather coy when asked about his denomination. “Probably . . . a reformed evangelical with a hint of charismatic thrown in,” he said.

Rob Nicholson at his desk in Simpson & Parsons. Behind him is a print of Sermon On The Mount by Hendrik Krock.

Wedding Bells at the Filling Station On 15 July, Rev Brian Streeter, much loved Anglican missioner at Troutbeck, and Regional Director for Filling Station Ministries in the north of the UK, married Anne Mayo from Windermere. He has recently left Troutbeck to take up a post as Priest-inCharge of three churches in the Furness Deanery. Brian will be the speaker at our October meeting when we hope to hear of the exciting developments as Filling Stations spring up in the north - Yorkshire, Lancashire and Scotland all have new and enthusiastic groups meeting together. Brian will be busier than ever … and for those who know him … that means WOW ! Join us on Thursday 15 October at 7:30 at the Marchesi Centre in the middle of Windermere. You’ll be most welcome. Together we’ll give thanks to the Lord for all these signs of new life and love in our communities. Take

a look at our website thefillingstation.org.uk to find out about the vision and history of this vibrant movement - and you can phone 07584079607 for further info on the local meetings.

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SOCIETY ROUNDUP

Summer welcomes offered by the Lakes Line Rail User Group

Lakeland Disability Support

Lakeland Disability Support is a local grant-making Trust, set up to help disabled people in South Lakeland. The purpose of the Trust is to give grants of financial assistance to help to improve the quality of life for people in South Lakeland who have a physical disability.

Tim Brown from Ambleside talking to an overseas visitor

The group started this a couple of years ago, and have continued it as it is so appreciated. The idea is to get visitors arriving by train to get the most out of their stay here. Volunteers travel on the busiest morning trains between Oxenholme and Windermere on school holiday Saturdays, and have travel information for visiting passengers. The most popular items on journeys from Oxenholme are Stagecoach bus timetables, information about boat trips on the Lake and Go Lakes 'Traveller's Guides'. Robert Talbot, LLRUG Chairman and organiser of the welcome

teams, has written in his report: ‘Our welcomes, on all Saturdays from 18th July until the end of August, including additional forays on some Sundays and over the bank holiday weekend, have been as successful as ever. Passengers are very appreciative of onward travel information from Windermere, suggestions for activities and other local knowledge which we bring to the system. Stagecoach, its local bus timetable distributors and Go Lakes have been pleased with our ventures. All of our many volunteer members have also thoroughly enjoyed their work.'

Funding may be given for respite care, day care, equipment and services that will enhance the life of disabled people, and which the applicant or social services are unable to provide. It is not the purpose for the Trust to provide the primary support that is the responsibility of the local authority. The Trustees meet quarterly, in January,

Rewarding, challenging and interesting…. were the top 3 words used by people to describe their volunteering experiences. Research has shown that 2 in 3 volunteers have said volunteering reduces stress and that 1 in 2 said their physical and mental health had improved.

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For further information please call 015394 46464 or email : support@ southlakes.cabnet.org.uk. We look forward to hearing from you!

Would you like to find out more about how life went on in Windermere and Bowness in days gone by? Windermere Oral History Society is planning an event showing photographs, and presenting clips of recordings made by local people. Recordings will cover many aspects of life from childhood through adolescence, work and into later life. Clips can be touching, amusing and informative.

Windermere Oral History Society is now in its second year. Everyone has a unique life. Oral history can capture those memories and we aim to record them for posterity. Recordings and transcripts are available on the internet and at the Cumbria Archive Service in Kendal.

Tickets are available from Janice Beardsell 07980472972 or email jmbeardsell@hotmail.com

Anyone interested in joining our group, or sharing their story can contact Penny Henderson 015394 42377

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5. Develop new talents/skills 6. Challenge yourself 7. Increase your confidence 8. Inspire others to help people 9. Keep active 10.Get out of the house South Lakes Citizen Advice is currently seeking volunteers. So if you can spare one day a week and would like to help local people, why not volunteer? We only ask that you commit to 6 hours a week when it suits you, by negotiation. It may not just be others that feel the benefits. We have a range of roles and offer free training. Travel expenses will be paid.

Windermere Oral History Society

The event will take place on 14th November, 7pm at the Marchesi Centre, Holly Road. Tickets are £4 per person which will include light refreshments. There will also be a rafﬂe.

We also have a large selction of fashionable walking sticks.

The form and further information may be obtained from the Trust’s secretary and correspondent, Mrs. Brenda Robinson, 46 Victoria Road North, Windermere, LA23 2DS.

Volunteers Feel the Benefits

If that isn’t enough to make you feel that you could be a volunteer here’s 10 other reasons to consider.

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April, July and October to consider applications, which will be considered on receipt of a completed application form, with supporting documents.

The recordings made so far give a fascinating picture of life in the area in days gone by. A picture of everyday life rarely found in history books.

SCHOOL REPORT

New Children’s TV Programme Filmed at Windermere Preparatory School Windermere Preparatory School has been used as one of the locations for the filming of a brand new CBeebies programme, ‘Down on the Farm’.

The Year 1 children at Windermere Preparatory School were chosen to star in the production – impressing the crew with their enthusiasm and camera-readiness. The film crew filmed the children on a nature trail

Hawkshead Primary

'We're on the telly! Windermere Prep. School year 1 led by class teacher Mrs. Katie Plumb through the school grounds and into the woods below Orrest Head. They explored badger setts, looked under rocks and logs, listened to the sound of the birds and tried to spot any other evidence of nature activity, such as nibbled leaves and gnawed pine cones. The director, Jaqui McAlpine, who also directed Balamory, made sure that everyone had a turn in front of the camera if

The children at Hawkshead had a great end to term with a summer camp evening enjoying fire building and bush craft skills. Also in that last week Key stage 1 children had a great day trip with the Windermere lake

they wanted and those who spoke were able to talk about what they had found.

Mrs Plumb, the Year 1 Form Teacher, said; “The film crew were very friendly and made the children feel completely at ease. They soon forgot all about the cameras and any stage fright quickly disappeared and they behaved in their naturally inquisitive way.”

wardens enjoying a trip on the Ferry and learning all about water safety. The school has been awarded an “outstanding gardening” award by Cumbria in Bloom for the wildlife area; the pots and hanging baskets and the vegetable gardens - are all managed by the children.

Developing a School Vision at St Cuthbert’s The return to school in September can be a relief for many parents but also a nervous time for both children and teachers. This is typically short lived as children are helped to settle into routines quickly children and are brought back up to speed academically after a lull in work over the summer.

For St Cuthbert’s, the start of term will be exciting as staff and governors will be coming together for a joint whole staff and governor meeting. A school and its leadership, a focus of every school’s scrutiny, strengthens when everybody comes together to create and share a common vision for the school. It is exciting that the final outcome from this meeting is not yet known. What the Head does

of backgrounds and it is anticipated this skill base will grow as new governors join us.

know is that priorities and targets will be generated and shared to shape the development and future of St Cuthbert’s over the next academic year and beyond.

Governors play a key role in all schools and require a committed group of volunteers, dedicated to the leadership and success of a school. The team of governors at St Cuthbert’s come from a great mix

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Libraries are much more than books!

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Learn something new at Ambleside Library this autumn. Courses starting in September:

‘Down on the Farm’ is a five part series which explores the outdoor world of farming and the countryside. Starting in August, the BBC Scotland production will be presented by former JLS star JB Gill and Scottish presenter Storm Huntley. The pair will visit a variety of farms throughout the series, as well as getting stuck in with growing projects and adventure schools, where children are encouraged to embrace the outdoors and learn about the environment.

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The Headteacher, Peter Harrison served as a school governor for several years prior to joining St Cuthbert’s. He would urge any adult in our communities with a desire to support and develop our schools, to get involved in school governance and make themselves known to their respective school’s headteacher. Nationally, school governors are in decline and every school needs the best governance we can give to our children and their families.

“Being a school governor is a commitment with immense satisfaction putting our children and their future at the fore of what we all need to be a part of.”

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The Arts & Crafts Movement – Hands On, Sat 3rd October, 10:00 – 13:00, 4 weeks: A hands-on approach to exploring some of the finest examples of the Movement’s craftsmanship in the Lake District. The course visits various venues, contact the library for more details. Autumn in Watercolours, Weds 7th October, 10:00 – 16:00, 2 weeks: Learn useful watercolour techniques to express the beauty and splendour of Autumn in watercolour. Beginners & Improvers welcome.

Life Writing, Weds 7th October, 15:00 – 17:00, 8 weeks: Put your own life into words – this is the perfect introduction to writing about events in your life or creating a family memoir or memento. Mindfulness in Daily Life, Sat 10th October, 10:00 – 16:00, 1 week: Practical workshop to introduce Mindfulness into your daily life by developing an awareness of your mind & body and learning to live in the here & now. More courses starting in November: Family History, Indian Head Massage and Buying & Selling on eBay. Lakes Parish Council Meeting Weds 7th & 21st September, 19:00. Latest planning applications to view from 18:30. Ambleside Songsters, for all who love to sing including those with dementia, followed by coffee, Fridays 11:30 13:00. Ambleside Library Reading Group, Wed 14th October, from 19.15pm, discussing “Wolf Hall” by Hilary Mantel. Friendly informal group, new members welcome. Knitting & Craft Group, meeting Tuesdays 10:00 - 12:00. Get-together for Knitting, Chat, Coffee (or Tea) & Cake. A friendly social group to share ideas & knowledge, beginners welcome. Games Group 1st & 3rd Tuesdays each month 16:30 - 18:00. Informal games playing Cards, Scrabble, Chess etc. Everyone welcome. Wednesday drop-ins with advisers from Age UK,11.15 -13.00 and South Lakeland District Council, 10:00 – 13:00. Lakes Surestart Children’s Centre Stay & Play and Ambleside Child & Baby Clinic, Thursday Sept 1st & 15th, 10:00 - 12:00. Gadget Man every Wednesday, 11:00 - 13:00, Help with iPhones, tablets etc, plus free 1 to 1 IT sessions offering further help using your Laptop, iPad, etc, book with library staff. Public PCs available (50p per 15 mins) for internet, scanning and printing. Wifi is free, visitors welcome to join.

Contact the library on 015394 32507 or email ambleside.library. staff@cumbria.gov.uk for further information.

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WHAT’S ON Please e-mail your events to info@windermerenow.co.uk by the first of the month - with contact details if you wish. Coffee mornings, club meetings, sports events etc. All welcome.

OCTOBER 2 Oct Fridays at Sizergh 11.30am & 1.30pm Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Enjoy a breath of fresh air and see a different side of the Sizergh estate. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 3 Oct The Lakeland Motor Museum, Backbarrow The Lakeland Historic Car Club meet on the first Saturday of each month between about 10am and midday – they bring their old cars and have a chat in Café Ambio. Non-members are welcome to come and talk to the club members and view the cars. 3 Oct Saturdays at Sizergh 11.30am Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Relax with a picnic after this walk designed to work up an appetite. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 3 Oct “Coffee Morning”. Ambleside Friends of Guiding are raising funds to maintain their meeting hut at Rothay Holme. Stalls, tombola, cakes, rafﬂe etc. 10.00am-Noon at Kelsick Centre, Ambleside. 3 Oct Jumble sale in aid of Cancer Research UK at the Ladyholme centre. 12 noon - 3 pm. Refreshments available. For further information or donations please contact 015394 45540 3 Oct Marchesi Centre:- Coffee Morning Saturday the 3rd of October 10am, held by Enjoy your Leisure 5 Oct U3A Advanced Spanish. Keep your Spanish alive by joining a small friendly group who meet in one another's homes. Details from Tony at (01539) 431345 6 Oct South Lakeland Decorative & Fine Arts Society (SLDFAS) 1.30pm The Hanseatic League: a Mediaeval European Union. Nicholas Merchant. Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal. Entry Fee: £8.00 7 Oct Record and CD Fair, Ladyholme Centre, Lake Road, Windermere 8:00am to 6:00pm Contact:Phil Wade Email:philwade01@btinternet.com Telephone:07824 511987 9 Oct Staveley Roundhouse presents acoustic music - The Dovetail Trio 19.00 - 23.00 email staveleyrht@ btinternet.com 9 Oct Fridays at Sizergh 11.30am & 1.30pm Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Enjoy a breath of fresh air and see a different side of the Sizergh estate. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 10 Oct National Park guided walk Kentmere Valley with a past - meet at Wilf’s cafe, Mill Yard 10.30 10 Oct There will be an Open Day at the Marchesi Centre, Holly Road, Windermere hosted by the Ambleside & District U3A. The event will run from 10.30am to 2.00pm and will provide information on the many varied activities that the U3A undertakes. It is open to anyone who is retired or semi-retired and wants to find out more about their local U3A. Tea, coffee and biscuits will be available free of charge. So if you are unsure about joining the U3A or want to know what it does, please come along. 10 Oct Saturdays at Sizergh 11.30am Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Relax with a picnic after this walk designed to work up an appetite. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 28

Ellwood Bridge School 6.50pm The local U3A are hosting a Talk entitled "Artic Polar Challenge, Race to the Magnetic North Pole" at the Marchesi Centre at 2pm. The talk will be given by John Bamber who has made several trips to the Arctic and has taken part in a race to the magnetic North Pole. All are welcome (non-members £2.00) 14 Oct The Ambleside and District Art Society will be holding their annual exhibition, from Wednesday 14th October until Sunday 25th October in Ambleside Parish Centre. The exhibition will be open to the public from 10am to 5pm daily (except both Sundays opening at 10.30am and last entry on the final Sunday at 3pm). 16/18 Oct Kendal Comic Arts Festival. Much to see. details www. comicartfestival.com/ 16 Oct Fridays at Sizergh 11.30am & 1.30pm Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Enjoy a breath of fresh air and see a different side of the Sizergh estate. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 17 Oct ActionAid Jumble Sale Staveley Village hall at 2pm donations of Jumble can be brought to Staveley Institute on Friday 16th 5-7pm 17 Oct Saturdays at Sizergh 11.30am Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Relax with a picnic after this walk designed to work up an appetite. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 17 Oct “Record and CD Fair”. Pop & Rock vinyl records. For sale and purchased. Advice re value of record collections. Music CDs also for sale. Free admission and parking. 8:00am-6:00pm.Lady Holme Centre, Lakes Road, Windermere LA23 2JA. philwade01@btinternet.com 07824 511987.19 Oct U3A Advanced Spanish. Keep your Spanish alive by joining a small friendly group who meet in one another's homes. Details from Tony at (01539) 431345

NOVEMBER 1-12 Nov “Boxes of Hope”. This year’s Christmas campaign to help greatly disadvantaged children in Romania. Take your box to Windermere Now, Mountain Goat or Hayes Garden Centre. 7 Nov Coffee Morning 10am, held by the Windermere Scottish Dancers. 7 Nov Grizedale Write in the Forest. Creative writing workshop for adults. 11.00am -15.00pm. Fee £25.00. Meet at the Yan Please wear suitable outdoor clothing and bring your lunch or use cafe on site. Booking essential. please e mail :mailto:geraldinegreen.poetry1@ gmail.com. No dogs, please 10 Nov South Lakeland Decorative & Fine Arts Society (SLDFAS) 1.30pm Gustav Caillebotte: Impressionist, Gardener, Sailor. Lizzie Darbyshire BA (Hons), MA. Brewery Arts Centre, Kendal Entry Fee: £8.00 17 Nov The NHS Blood Donors Service Marchesi Centre:- 1.30pm - 5pm. 19-22 Nov “Kendal Mountain Festival”. From armchair enthusiasts to adrenaline junkies, it’s all here for those who love adventure, wildscapes and getting high on great films and images. 21 Nov “10km Trail Run”. Entries are open for the Kendal Mountain Festival Trail Run. Go to: www. openadventure.com/kmf

ONGOING EVENTS Now to 28 Sep “Peat, Place, Science and Art”. An unusual art-science collaboration between Cumbrian landscape artist Lionel Playford and climate change scientists. Brantwood, Coniston. Now to 11 Oct Witherslack Artist and Makers Group. A diverse exhibition of fine art and crafts in a magical setting. Open daily 10am to 5pm. The Old School room, Witherslack (next to the church).

20 Oct “The Wordsworths, Abolition and Black History: Campaigning Then, Campaigning Now”. Join Peter Foley and Jeff Cowton in a stimulating round-table conversation about campaigning in the 19th century and today. Wordsworth Trust, Grasmere. 7.00-9:30pm. Free. 22 Oct Free guided walks with National Trust rangers Colourful Claife Meet in the Claife Viewing Station courtyard. Parking nearby in National Trust car parks at Ash Landing and Harrowslack. 11am & 2pm 2 miles, Moderate. 23 Oct Fridays at Sizergh 11.30am & 1.30pm Free guided walks with National Trust rangers. Enjoy a breath of fresh air and see a different side of the Sizergh estate. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 24 Oct Levens Choir invites singers to join their "Come and Sing" Haydn's Nelson Mass. Arrive for rehearsal at Cartmel Primary School from 1:30pm. Concert in the Priory at 7:30 pm. Fee for singers £15 (students £5), concert tickets £10. More information about how to book at www.levenschoir.net or from 01539 730590. 24 Oct Saturdays at Sizergh 11.30am Free guided walks with National Trust rangers.Relax with a picnic after this walk designed to work up an appetite. Meet on the veranda in the main car park. Various distances, Easy. 29 0ct Grizedale Xplorer is a self-led outdoor navigational experience for families with primary and pre-school aged children to explore 11.00 14.00 Free. Meet at the Yan. Outdoor clothing required. Dogs welcome

Now to 31 Oct “Bring a Picnicguided walk”. Sizergh, nr Kendal. 11.30am every Sat in June, Sep, Oct. Meet on the veranda. www. nationaltrust.org.uk/sizergh Now to 1 Nov “Wordsworth, War and Waterloo”. The firstever exhibition to present William Wordsworth and other writers of the Romantic period as ‘war poets’, on the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Waterloo. Wordsworth Museum, Grasmere. Now to 4 Nov “The 39 Steps”. A classic but hilarious thriller presented by 4 actors playing 139 roles. Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. www. theatrebythelake.com Now to 4 Nov “Suddenly Last Summer”. By Tennessee Williams. The steaming heat of New Orleans is the perfect pressure cooker for a battle of wills. Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. Visit www.theatrebythelake. com for the full summer season programme. www.theatrebythelake. com Now to 6 Nov “Abigail’s Party”. How polite drinks and nibbles can descend into anarchy! Theatre by the Lake, Keswick. www.theatrebythelake.com Now to 8 Nov “Wainwright: a love letter to the Lakeland fells”. Exhibition at Keswick Museum and Art Gallery. Now to 29 Nov “Taste of Townend”. The Brownes' family recipe book, from meaty mince pies to medicines dating back to the 17th century. The National Trust will be cooking all afternoon at Townend, Troutbeck to recreate some of them. Every Thursday 1.30-4.00pm.

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MARCHESI CENTRE Regular group meetings Monday:

CAMEO Day Centre 10am Short Tennis 10am U3A Local History - 3rd Monday of the month 1.30pm U3A - 2nd Mon of the month 2pm Slimming World 5.30pm & 7.30pm Ellwood Bridge School 7pm Rummikub Club - 3rd Mon of month 7pm

Tuesday:

Enjoy your Leisure 9.45am (starts 22/09/15) Exercise class for older adults 1.30pm Alzheimers Society, Dementia Cafe - 2nd Tuesday of the month 1.30pm The Trefoil Guild - 2nd Tues of the month 2pm

Wednesday:

Windermere Scottish Dancers 10am (starts 09/09/15) U3A Reading Group - 1st Wednesday of the month 2pm Weightwatchers 5.30pm Windermere Bridge Club 6.50pm

Thursday:

Art Class 10am Windermere WI - 1st Thursday of the month 7.30pm Bowness WI - 2nd Thur of the month 12.30pm Filling Station - 3rd Thur of the month 7.30pm

Friday:

CAMEO Day Centre 10am U3A Bridge 2pm Windermere Bridge Club 6.50pm

Saturday:

Coffee Morning Saturday the 3rd of October 10am, held by Enjoy your Leisure & Saturday the 7th of November 10am, held by the Windermere Scottish Dancers. The NHS Blood Donors Service is here on the 29th of October & the 17th of November 1.30pm - 5pm.

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Libraries are much more than books!

Windermere Library September

21st Windermere Library Reading Group discussing “A Passage to Africa” by George Alagiah, all welcome 15:00-16:30 22nd Drop-in, SLDC Customer Adviser 09:15-12:15 22nd Drop-in, Age UK Village Agent 11:00-12:30 22nd Tales for Tiny Tots, free story-time & rhymetime for under 5s 14:30-15:00 22nd MIND get-together 13:00-16:00 24th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 24th Manjushri Meditation session 18:00-19:30 29th Drop-in, SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 29th Drop-in, Age UK Village Agent 11:00-12:30

October

1st Drop-in, SLDC Customer Adviser 09:15-12:15 1st Tim Farron Surgery 3:00-5:00 6th Drop-in, SLDC Customer Adviser 09:15-12:15 6th Drop-in, Age UK Village Agent 11:00-12:30 6th Tales for Tiny Tots, free story-time & rhymetime for under 5s 14:30-15:00 6th MIND get-together13:00-16:00 8th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 13th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 13th MIND get-together 13:00-16:00 15th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 19th Windermere Library Reading Group – Author Davina Blake (Dee Swift) will be giving a talk about her latest novel Past Encounters. All Welcome! 3:00 – 4:30 20th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 20th Drop-in, Age UK Village Agent 11:00-12:30 20th Tales for Tiny Tots, free story-time & rhymetime for under 5s 14:30-15:00 20th MIND get-together 13:00-16:00 22nd Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 27th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15 27th Drop-in, Age UK Village Agent 11:00-12:30 27th Tales for Tiny Tots, free story-time & rhymetime for under 5s 14:30-15:00 27th MIND get-together 13:00-16:00 29th Drop-in SLDC customer adviser 09:15-12:15

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Birdwatch at Brockhole Event Dates: 27 September - 28 October 2015

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Volunteers are in the bird hide at Brockhole to help you identify a wide variety of birds and animals in the woodland surrounding the Lake District Visitor Centre. This is a free event and is suitable for those with a hearing impairment or limited mobility. Public transport is available to the start point. No booking required, just turn up.

16-18 OCTOBER, KENDAL

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Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning

26th September in support of Macmillan Cancer Support

Hillthwaite will be helping to host the Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning on Saturday 26th Septe mber in support of Macmillan Cancer Support. Everyone is welcome to come along for coffee , cakes, biscuits and to win big in our charity rafﬂe, with the chance to win afternoon tea for four, Sunday lunch for four or dinner for two with wine. Our General Manager Dawid Croukamp will be doing a charity sky dive in October and will need all the support he can get so please do come along. Further details call 015394 43636. Thank s for your support in advance.

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ACCOMMODATION ACCOUNTS ARCHITECTS

ROGER ARMSTRONG ARCHITECT, Lindale. Design / Property Advice / Applications. Tel 015395 34314, lakelandesigner@gmail.com

BATHROOMS

Windermere Tiles & Bathrooms Ltd., 18 Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere Beautiful new showroom - supply and fit trade enquires welcomeTel: 015394 45552

BATHROOM INSTALLATION

By Paul Tilley Part or full installation service available, including all aspects of plumbing and tiling. Accessible bathrooms also installed Professional friendly service 01539583851 / 07799388998

BOOKS

Daisyroots Books Main Street, Grange-overSands. Second-hand books. Local History, Climbing, Railways & much more. Full range of OS maps. Open 9:30 – 4:30 Mon – Sat. 015395 38817

BOOKKEEPING BUILDERS

GH Builders General building, Roofing and Plastering.Tel: Gary Hindle 07583282116.

CARPETS

Home Delivery Carpets Ltd Outlets in Grange, Kendal, Ambleside and Barrow. Tel: 07905 687 672 www.homedeliverycarpets.com

CARPET CLEANERS

CHAMPION CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Carpets, 3-piece suites & rugs cleaned to a high standard Great prices & free quotations For a professional, friendly & reliable service Call 015395 62390 or 07977 021002 www.championcarpetcleaning.co.uk

CATERING

Having a dinner party? Wedding? Special Event? Let Lucy’s Inside Out Catering iron out all those culinary creases and supply you with a suitable feast that will ensure you ‘dazzle in the dining room’ rather that ‘frazzle in the kitchen’ Call us on 015394 32288 to discuss your requirements

CHIMNEY SWEEP

Rob Chambers All types of chimneys and ﬂues National Association of Chimney Sweeps HETAS Approved. Fully insured. South Lakes & Windermere Tel: 01229 588025 Mobile: 07881 921 529 ANDREW BACKHOUSE CHIMNEY SWEEP LTD Established 1992. Trading standards approved. All types of chimneys and ﬂues swept. Camera surveys. Member of the Institute of Chimney Sweeps. Tel 015394 45117 or 0776 314 5594

CHIROPODIST

CLEANING SERVICES OVEN CLEANING SERVICE South Lakes.....Est. 2003 the local, professional and safe solution for deep cleaning of your oven, stove, hob or cooker hood etc CALL 01539 739622 www.ovencleaningservicesouthlakes.co.uk CLEAN CHOICE high standard cleaning. Holiday let management, reputable and reliable. Please call Emma on 0779 544 1324 or e-mail cleanchoice@live.co.uk

JOINERY

CONSERVATORIES COOKERY CLASSES

Whether you’re a creative cook or a complete novice, LucyCooks Cookery School will point you in the right direction to develop your skills and increase your repertoire. It’s a great day out for all the family or as a little culinary treat. Take a look at the website to find out more. www.lucycooks.co.uk or call us on 01539 822507

COUNSELLING

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Phobias (inc. school phobias), anxiety, depression, addictions, confidence and self esteem. Speak to a professional caring therapist. Experienced in working with adults and children. 0779 284 3807 www.fairweathertherapy.co.uk

John P Howarth ARMCM Teacher of Piano,Clarinet,Theory,Jazz Improvisation. ABRSM exam coaching.Tel.015394 42591

LANDSCAPING

VETERINARY SERVICES

LOCKSMITH

LOCKS EXPRESS LOCKSMITHS, All lock problems solved; locks opened, repaired & fitted. Cumbria Trading Standards Approved & Police (CRB) checked. Domestic & Commercial work. Safes fitted. Car keys cut & programmed. We cover Ambleside, Windermere & The Lakes. Tel: 01539 739218. Mobile: 07886 831336.

MASSAGE

MOBILE HAIRDRESSER

DOGS

Studio K9 Dog Grooming Experienced groomer presenting over 40 Champion show dogs. Personal attention,Easy Parking. Flexible Appointments. Studio K9 at Brantfell Place, Off Brackenfield, Bowness-OnWindermere, LA23 3FJ.Tel.015394 48387. Holidays for Dogs – in dog friendly homes throughout Cumbria. No kennels or cages, your dog lives as part of the family. Top Dog Sitters 015395 28858 Dog Behaviourist Travels to you. All aspects covered. From pulling to leadership issues, Martin Gleadow. Tel: 015395 63567

DOG WALKING

YOUR DOG WALKING ADVERT HERE Do you own a dog walking business? then advertise here. this advert, with 32 words will cost you only £8.96+VAT phone numbers are classed as 2 words 015395 35454

DRY CLEANING ELECTRICIAN

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RECLAIMED OAK BEAMS We have hundreds of Fantastic Reclaimed Oak Beams & Timbers in Stock Original & Restored - From Small Shelves & Fireplaces to Huge Beams! Give us a call or Visit us near Ulverston Tel: 07920 117 047 or email: lakeswoodwork@gmail.com RED LEATHER SOFA with chair and pouffe, very comfortable & lush, currently in dry storage, offers over £600 call 01229 861 911.

FURNITURE REUPHOLSTERY SITTING PRETTY Antique traditional and modern furniture re-upholstered locally by time served craftswoman. 20 years experience. Lesley Fursey 01229 480 638 www.sitting-pretty-ulverston.co.uk ANDREW POWELL UPHOLSTERY. Trading locally for 17 years in all aspects of antique, traditional and modern furniture restoration 015395 33284. ajpupholstery@yahoo.co.uk

OSTEOPATHY PAINTING & DECORATING Trustworthy Lady Interior Decorators Deer Park Decorators Quality, Tidy Work at Reasonable Rates Call Michelle on 07876 645751

D. LOGAN Ltd Painting & Decorating, Cleaning out gutters. Great prices for interior work or external staining. Discounts for OAPs. Tel 07732 362 186

AUTOBODY REPAIR

ACCIDENT REPAIR SPECIALISTS Moor Lane, Flookburgh First left after Ducky’s Park Farm

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EXPERT DIAGNOSIS for clarity and support of your Health. Effective therapeutic treatments, including Acupuncture. Sioelan Tjoa (MSc, MACP, AACP, HCPC). Chartered physiotherapist. 20+ yrs experience. www.lakesphysio.co.uk , Grange Hotel. Tel: 07765 064682

PLUMBING

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

Hard landscaping, fencing, walling, block paving, ﬂagging, patios, driveways, building services, pressure washing, painting. Free estimates, all work guaranteed. Call Martin Eland 015395 59472, mobile 07821 260 730

REMEDIAL THERAPY

MASSAGE and Craniosacral therapy for back, neck and shoulder pain. Meg Henderson 015395 36298 www.meghendersontherapy.co.uk

REMOVALS

Steele`s Removals ltd Local * National * International Secure self-storage containers available 24 hour access + Self-Drive Removal vans www.steelesremovals.co.uk info@steelesremovals.co.uk 01229 820777

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WOOD FUEL PELLETS

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PHYSIOTHERAPY

Windermere Tiles & Bathrooms Ltd., 18 Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere Beautiful new showroom - supply and fit trade enquires welcome Tel: 015394 45552

HOUSE CLEARANCES

WINDOW CLEANING

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WANTED

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GARDEN SERVICES

S & A HODGSON Ltd Excavation Contractors. JCB and tracked excavators with operators. Site clearance, water mains and land drainage. www.sandahodgsonplant. co.uk 015395 52458 / 07836 782 707

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