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November/December 2011
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A Word From The Editor
Welcome to the latest issue of Community Spotlight on S66. Preparations for Christmas seem to start earlier each year. I even noticed some decorations springing up as early as October! I, like many others love the Christmas period. It’s a great opportunity to spend time with family, let people know how much you care and party with your friends!
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Sometimes amidst all the rushing around and preparations for the festivities its easy to lose sight of what Christmas is all about. Christmas to me is about celebration, love, hope and peace all wrapped up the greatest gift ever given. What am I talking about? The events of the first Christmas in a stable in Bethlehem of course! No matter what Christmas is to you there’s one thing for sure: it can be a time where we laugh, cry, hope and dream, but most definitely should be a time where we join together with our communities to share in some good old festive cheer! As you read this special Christmas edition of Spotlight I ask that you join me in sitting back, relaxing for 10 minutes and giving thought to the true meanings of Christmas. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year from all at Community Spotlight Ltd. and Snazzle Ltd. I hope 2012 will be a great year. Don’t forget if you would like to see a back issue of the magazine they are available online at www.communityspotlight.org.uk.
Matthew Hodgkinson Contact The Editor
Community Events Christmas On The Cheap Toys! Toys! Toys! Protect Your Skin The Weather Outside Is... Be A Driver Survivor Garden View Duvet Day Activities Page Bramley & Wickersley Lions Kids Page The ‘W Factor’ Community Music Group Recipe Of The Month Price List Kids’ Winter Health Party Perfection A Good Read & Puzzle Solutions Competition Index & Directory
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SPOT LIGHT On Events MONDAY
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Bramley Parish Hall Bramley Parish Hall Bramley Parish Hall Bramley Parish Hall Bramley Parish Hall Full Life Church St Albans Barn
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Whiston Parish Hall
Elite Karate Sequence Dancing
Racing Cycling Club Traditional Communion Modern Communion Family Service Bowls Brass Band Bramley Christmas Market
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SPOT LIGHT On Christmas On The Cheap
Christmas on the Cheap
For children, Christmas is that mystical time of year when Santa miraculously squeezes himself down the chimney and presents they’ve dreamed of magically appear at the bottom of beds. For adults, the magic of Christmas may turn to misery and the dreams to nightmares as the wonder of receiving gifts turns into worry about how to pay for them. Now, perhaps more than ever before, the question of how to pay for Christmas is on everyone’s mind. The answer to that question is simple - set a budget. Take an honest look at your finances and decide how much you can afford to spend on everything relating to Christmas: food, drink, decorations, cards/wrapping paper, clothing, entertainment and gifts. Next, allocate a portion of your budget to the different headings on the list. This will vary according to the individual. For example, a family with several young children may allocate the majority of their money to gifts, whilst a single person might choose to spend most of their cash on entertainment or drink. The next step is to make a shopping list. Take time to plan your menu or to calculate what you and your guests are likely to
drink and then note down the items you need to buy. Make a list in the cold light of day – and stick to it! This eliminates impulse buys that could result in you carting home a load of items you really don’t need. Prepare early if you want to get the most out of your money. That way you can take advantage of special offers and other savings that often disappear as the day approaches. You also give yourself chance to shop around for the best prices and deals. Don’t ignore local car boot sales or school fares where you could find real bargains in unwanted gifts from last year – often still as new in original packaging. Homemade gifts are often the most treasured. Use a bit of creativity: expensive high street gifts can often be copied for a fraction of the price. Homemade jams and preserves, fleece blankets, car care kits and family photo calendars have all graced our Christmas in recent years. You could also make ‘vouchers’ that can be exchanged for gifts of time or days out. Finally, why not hold a family gift exchange? As our extended family grew, we introduced the “Secret Cousin” tradition, where each child bought in secret for just one cousin at a previously agreed price. Unveiling the secret cousins has become a highlight of our Christmas. Sometimes the best traditions are born out of necessity. Why not create your own.
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SPOT LIGHT On Toys! Toys! Toys! & Protect Your Skin
Toys! Toys! Toys! Christmas celebrates the worlds greatest gift, and we all know how kids love to receive the latest and coolest toys. So what will you buy yours this Christmas? If you’re stuck for ideas we have some suggestions. Fijit: Likely to enthral parents and children equally. They are 30cm high, soft-skinned robots who respond to some basic human commands. They laugh when you tickle them and even tell jokes. They even interact with an iPhone app. The Furby for the smartphone generation. Nerf Vortrex Nitron: I had a no-guns policy when I first had children. Unfortunately no-one told my eight-year-old this and this particular delight, with its high-tech scope and removable ammo clip is first, second and third on his Christmas wish list. Where did I go wrong?
Protect Your Skin During the winter your skin takes a double battering: from the cold weather outside and dry, centrally-heated air indoors. Add tiredness from late nights partying plus alcohol-dehydration and your skin can react dramatically. Problems include dullness, dry, flaky skin, irritation and redness. Follow these simple steps to keep your skin healthy and beautiful throughout the winter months. Choose a gentle cleansing routine. Use a light cleansing lotion and, if you use a toner, ensure it is alcohol-free. Alcohol in skincare products contributes to dryness and increases sensitivity. Don’t use a scrub or peel too often either - once a week should be enough. Apply a heavier, oil-based moisturiser rather than a water-based one. Water-based
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Talking Moshi Monster: Really quite disturbing little toy, linked to the children’s online gaming phenomenon. For some reason (probably because they are mildly disturbing) they are irresistible to anyone under ten. Lego: You cannot go wrong with Lego, for either sex. Check out the new Ninjago Fire Temple, with its impressive dragon. It’s one of those toys that everyone will want to fiddle with. I Ball 3 interactive memory game: One for the whole family. It’s an interactive memory game consisting of a sequence of coloured lights. This really is more fun than it sounds on paper. If you can unlock the unique ID code you can even upload your score to a worldwide database. moisturisers cool and dry your skin too much and can even freeze when venturing into cold temperatures and wind. A good moisturiser helps protect your skin from the elements. If you suffer from very tight dry skin, increase the humidity indoors. A humidifier or lots of houseplants helps bring the humidity to a comfortable level. Don’t forget to pay special attention to your lips to avoid chapping. Keep a protective lip balm with you at all times and apply regularly. Hands also need looking after as they’re exposed most of the time. Choose a rich hand cream, use it liberally and protect your hands with gloves when venturing outside. Take care of your skin this winter and greet the New Year with a healthy glow.
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SPOT LIGHT On The Weather Outside Is... & Driver Survivor The Weather Outside is Frightful One Boxing Day morning several years ago, I made a mad dash to a neighbouring town to hunt through the sales for a Christmas present I’d forgotten. I was low on fuel, but couldn’t find a service station open so decided to risk it. I ended up on the hard shoulder of the motorway. The police officer who came to my aid admonished me. “Don’t you realise how dangerous it is to head out in these conditions not fully prepared?” So, how can we best prepare for winter driving? The first and most obvious thing is to conduct regular maintenance checks on our vehicle. Ensuring that the oil, water, tyres, lights, battery, wipers, screen wash and brakes are all topped up and in good working order can help avoid breakdown or accident. And don’t forget to keep an eye on fuel levels too! In addition, it is a good idea to kit the car out with a basic winter survival kit. This could include de-icer, an ice scraper, shovel, tow rope, jump leads, torch, first aid kit, map, blanket, energy food, bottled water, spare clothing and footwear, regular medication, and breakdown membership details! In addition, never venture out without cash or cards and a charged up mobile phone. So what else can you do once behind the wheel to increase your chances of safe winter driving? Whether facing snow, ice, rain, fog or wind, the advice is basically the same – stay alert, slow down and keep
Be a Driver Survivor Most people spend many hours in their car each week, but none of us expects to have to live in it! Yet in the face of a major incident or in the event of a breakdown, you could be forced to rely on your car for short term shelter and survival. With a properly equipped car emergency kit, you could survive in your vehicle for days if necessary. If you get in trouble, studies show that you’re most likely to survive if you stay with your vehicle rather than venture out looking for help. But if you do decide to leave your vehicle, only do so if the weather clears and you have proper protective clothing. In addition, make sure the vehicle is parked well off the road and leave a note indicating what has happened, where you have gone, and how you are. 12
your distance. Remember to look ahead as you drive. For example, watch for early signs of ice – does the road ahead glisten, and does the steering feel suddenly light? Drive more slowly than usual, and make sure you accelerate, steer and brake gently to reduce the risk of skidding. Apply the two second rule, (time the gap between your vehicle and the one in front) to give yourself more stopping time. In addition, it is important to see and be seen, so use dipped headlights in rain, snow or fog, and keep the air conditioning or demister on to keep your windows clear. If, however, you do find yourself in a skid despite your best efforts, it is important not to panic! Your instinct may be to brake and steer out of trouble, but the best plan is to take your foot off the brake, step on the clutch, and steer in the direction of the skid. To do this, look where you want your vehicle to go and steer towards that spot, being careful not to over steer. Although the advice we often receive these days is to stay at home when the weather is bad, we all know that sometimes this is unavoidable. In addition to following the advice above, before setting out on any journey let your family or friends know where you are going, what route you plan on taking and what time you expect to arrive. Allow yourself extra travel time, keep the radio on for regular weather or road reports, and don’t forget to clear snow and ice from windows, mirrors and the roof!
Essentials • De-icer • Ice scraper • Shovel • Sand/ old sack/piece of carpet • Tow rope • Jump leads • Torch and spare batteries • First aid kit • Map • Blanket • Non-perishable energy food • Bottled water • Coat, hat, scarf and gloves • Spare shoes or wellies • Emergency supply of regular medication • Fully charged mobile phone • Breakdown membership details
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SPOT LIGHT On Garden View & Duvet Day
Garden View
A tree is for life … not just for Christmas It’s true, a tree is a gift in more ways than one, but is it for life? Well, if you choose the right variety it could be, and we’re not talking Christmas trees here. Trees make great gifts for people of all ages, and if planted at around this time of year, should establish very well. Traditionally the best planting time for trees and shrubs is November to March, as this is when the plants are dormant and won’t ‘notice’ that they have been moved (shhhhh!). Planting a tree is a momentous occasion, and it will hopefully bring years of pleasure to you, your family and your neighbours … as long as you plant the right type that is. Choosing the right variety is extremely important, so see below for my favourites, which should do well in most garden situations: Malus ‘Royalty’ – deep burgundy leaves, pink spring blossom and red fruits Pyrus salicifolia ‘Pendula’ – ornamental silvery leaved weeping ornamental pear Amelanchier arborea ‘Robin Hill’ – white blossom, fruits, great autumn colour Malus trilobata – oak like leaves, stunning red in autumn Betula utilis ‘Jacquemontii’ – a designer favourite, but short lived (50-60 years) Tree huggers (as they used to be referred to) are thankfully no longer mocked, and the recent eco-movement has educated us to the benefits of planting trees, both for their environmental benefits and also their aesthetic appeal. Research shows that
Duvet Day
Create a cosy, inviting sanctuary of warmth in your bedroom with a luxurious new duvet. Nestling into the perfect duvet is a great way to spend the cold, dark winter nights. When choosing a new duvet think about your sleeping habits. Do you get too hot or cold during the night? Would you prefer a heavy quilt or a lightweight one? Would a natural or synthetic filling appeal more? If you have allergies take these into consideration too. Invest in the best quality duvet you can afford and it will last for many years. A duvet’s tog rating indicates how warm or cool it will keep you. A tog is a unit of heat; the higher the tog number, the warmer the duvet. So a 13.5 tog is ideal for people who feel the cold. The tog number has no bearing on how heavy or thick the duvet is though, that depends on what the duvet is filled with. Natural fillings have better insulating properties than the cheap synthetic variety. They usually feel lighter and appear thinner than synthetic duvets of the same tog. The most familiar of these natural fillings is combined feather and down. You can also get down-only filled duvets. Pure goose down is the best quality natural filling. It’s more ‘fluffy’ than duck down, giving a soft and incredibly lightweight duvet. When down is mixed with feathers the duvet becomes more affordable and a bit heavier. This is ideal if you like a more weighty cover. Look for a
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the presence of established trees can actually increase the value of the roads we live on, as well as making us feel generally healthier. Plant for Success Plant only if the ground is not frozen or waterlogged. Soak the roots in water for 30 minutes while you dig a large square hole twice the width of the pot: no cheating here, as you’ll get caught out in years to come. Fork over the bottom of the planting hole and lower the tree to the bottom. Backfill, adding some bone meal and well rotted compost. Ensure the tree is planted no deeper than it was in its pot, and firm it down. Water, and attach to a wooden stake with a plastic tree tie. Easy! So go on, give someone a tree this Christmas, and you never know, it could be a present which lasts for generations. Jobs for December: Brush off any snow from conifers and structures such as greenhouses. Make sure you feed the birds daily and give them fresh clean water. Order seeds and new plug plants for next year. Tidy out the shed and clean propagation trays and pots. Sort through your old stored seeds and review the successes (and failures) of the year. Until next time, happy gardening, oh, and merry Christmas! Lee high percentage of down in relation to feather. Feathers add weight but don’t contribute to the softness of the quilt. Synthetic-filled duvets are more practical and generally cheaper than natural fillings but a good one can be just as soft and warm. You can wash them yourself whereas a natural filling requires specialist cleaning. They are also hypoallergenic. Polyester microfibre is the best option as it mimics the feel of natural fillings. Relatively new to the market are sumptuous silk-filled duvets. These are much flatter than other duvets yet afford the same warmth. They are exceptionally light and very soft. The best silk duvets are made from long strands of mulberry silk. As silk is naturally hypoallergenic and repels dust mites these quilts are perfect for those with allergies, including skin conditions. Silk is a breathable material so helps regulate your body temperature, reducing the effects of night sweats. At the moment, there is no official standard for a tog rating on silk-filled duvets, so different companies may have different measurements. Many suppliers give the number of grams of silk per square metre; the higher this number, the warmer the quilt. A good night’s sleep is tremendously important for health and wellbeing, so treat yourself this winter and snuggle into a soft, welcoming duvet to keep the cold at bay.
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Bramley and Wickersley Lions Club Watch Out There’s a Lion Sleigh About!
There were some serious spooky going-ons at the Three Horseshoes pub in October as the proprietor Les transferred his function room into a terrifying cavern complete with ghastly sounds and illuminated cobwebs to make a thoroughly enjoyable but nasty evening. Children of all sizes donned their colourful costumes complete with magical makeup to transform themselves into the horrors of Halloween to attend our first Halloween Fun Evening which helped us raise much needed funds. Many thanks to Morrisons supermarket at Bramley who kindly donated all the pumpkins that kept the little horrors quiet as they used their imaginary skills to create grotesque carving masterpieces and congratulations to the winner who received a fabulous cake care of House of Cakes at Bramley. There were more prizes for best fancy dress, a drawing competition and quizzes but most importantly the highlight was the fantastic pie and pea supper that put an end to rumbling tummies. It was a FUN FUN FUN night! Back to serious matters, our Sleigh is now finished and will get its first enchanting outing on the 3rd December delivering Santa to open Mexborough’s Christmas Carnival before returning to our area on the 7th December at Brecks to start our busy agenda. For our full Santa schedule and if you can spare a few hours to help us with our Sleigh then please visit our website www.bwlions.org.uk where you’ll find all the information along with some fantastic photo’s, and remember if you hear the bells outside then open the curtains and give him a huge wave. Our Sleigh and Santa will be the pride of Bramley’s
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Christmas Fayre on Sunday 11th December so don’t stay in bed, come along and bring him your letter... you never know .... it will be a fantastic opportunity for budding photographers to have your loved ones picture taken with Santa. The Christmas Fayre promises to be a day of fun and entertainment thanks to Bramley Parish Council along with our help. We will also be at Morrisons supermarket on Friday 16th and Sunday 18th to make sure you’ve got those essential mince pies in your shopping bags. We are already planning some great events for next year where we will be bringing the Fantastic “Stars in Our Eyes” stage show to our area which we guarantee will be a night of serious entertainment much, much better than Simon Cowell’s X-Factor. Our first Charter lunch will be in January where, hopefully the Lord Mayor of Rotherham Mr Wright will be joining us and finally a fantastic Valentine culinary evening to celebrate Cupid’s Day. Tickets for these events will go on sale very soon, watch this space! We’ve launched a fantastic newsletter so visit our website www.bwlions.org.uk and download your copy. Remember Bramley and Wickersley Lions Club is all about helping our community but has FUN along the way and you can be part of this, just give us a call now on 07505 914080 or email lions@bwlions.org.uk. Who / What are we? A LOCAL Voluntary Organisation Part of the bigger Global Lions International. What We Do: Fundraise! We take part in and organise events throughout the year to raise money! Have fun! – We are a vibrant organisation, there is never a dull moment and all the people who you will work with are there for the same reason as you! Spend as much / little time as you like with us! Who do we help? The LOCAL Community! We give our aid and help to Local community groups, schools, health organisation as well to many individuals!
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SPOT LIGHT On The ‘W Factor’ & Community Music Group The ‘W Factor’ The extraordinary talent shown at this years Wickersley School W Factor wowed the audience and judges and left everyone anticipating the release of the students songs on itunes the next day. This year's competition wasn't just an entertaining evening out but a fundraiser for the Leukaemia research charity. The 6 finalists made it through a number of rounds and were all overjoyed to have been selected from the initial 80 applicants. Not only did this give them the opportunity to be this year's W factor winner, but also to have their songs released on a special charity album available exclusively on itunes! The six finalists were Katie France, Libby Howarth, Elliott Lee, Sophie Walsh, Kelly Rowbottom and Natalie Newman. Every performance was met by a roar of applause from the audience. There really was something to suit everyone, with a diverse range of hit songs and artists, with everything from Adele to Bjork, from Taylor Swift to The Script. After a very close competition, the votes were counted and Libby Howarth was crowned the 2011 'W Factor' winner. As the youngest finalist, Libby (year 7) received a standing ovation after both of her performances and literally left the judges speechless.
The 12 track album 'The W Factor Finalists 2011', was released on itunes on the 21st of October with help from local record company 'Soundbytes Media'. With all proceeds from the sales going to Leukaemia research, this gives the whole project added value and will literally change lives. The students hope is that the whole community would get behind them and support this endeavor to raise money for such a great cause.
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Combine yeast, water and caster sugar in a medium bowl. Cover and leave to stand for ten minutes, or until foamy. Add eggs, yoghurt, vanilla, lemon zest and salt. Mix well. Stir in flour, a little at a time, until a manageable dough forms. Turn out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 to 10 minutes, adding flour as necessary, until the dough is soft and pliable, but not sticky. Place dough in a large, lightly greased bowl. Cover and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour. Lightly grease a round 20cm, deep-sided cake tin. In a small bowl, toss dried fruit with icing sugar. Punch down dough in bowl, transfer to floured surface and knead in the fruit. Form the dough into a ball and place in prepared cake tin, cover loosely with a clean tea towel and leave to rise for another 30 minutes. The loaf will rise above the tin sides and that’s fine. While the dough is rising, pre-heat the oven to 180 C / Gas mark 4. Brush the risen dough with melted butter, if using. Bake for 45 minutes, or until loaf is golden brown and a skewer inserted in the centre comes out clean. Leave to cool completely before cutting.
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SPOT LIGHT On Kids’ Winter Health Kids’ Winter Health – Naturally Don’t let the bugs win the health battle this winter. We have an innate power to heal ourselves as long as we take care and prepare. We thrive in happy, stress and pollution-free environments, with sufficient healthy foods and drinks, fresh air, sunshine, exercise and sleep. However our immune systems can take a battering at this time of year and children are particularly vulnerable. Vegetables and fruit are essential eating, due to the antioxidants, vitamins and minerals they contain, especially vitamin C and the B vitamins that help deal with stress. They are also alkaline-forming, neutralising acids formed by fizzy drinks, additives and high sugar levels associated with junk food. If your children won’t go for the greens try hiding them by finely chopping and mixing with minced meat. Make smoothies and blend soups. They can even grow their own cress for egg and cress sandwiches. Sprouted seeds contain many more enzymes than just fruit or vegetables. Enzymes are destroyed in cooking so some food should be eaten raw. Try carrot, celery and cucumber sticks. Children need 3 meals and 2-3 snacks a day to sustain energy levels. Tiredness reduces immunity. Choose wholegrain cereals for breakfast such as oats, rather than refined sugary cereals. Soak overnight and then top up with honey
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Party Perfection We all love a good party but how many of us feel confident about organising one? The art to throwing a successful party can be easily learned by following the ‘When, What, Who, Where and How’ guide to successful party planning. When The first step is to set a date for your Christmas party. The weeks leading up to Christmas are busy and some guests may not be able to attend then, so why not hold it between Christmas and New Year? There is often a lull during this period and a party to liven things up could be a welcome diversion. What What kind of party is it going to be? Themed parties are great when planning decorations, food and entertainment. Fancy dress offers some the chance to let their hair down but others may feel uncomfortable dressing up. Think about your guests and choose the theme accordingly: would a full-on Pirates of the Caribbean theme work or would you be better choosing a more subtle ‘Black and White Night’ theme, where the more extrovert might turn up in Newcastle United kit or penguin outfit , whilst the more reserved could stick to a dinner suit! Who Getting the right mix of personalities can make the night, whilst getting it wrong can break it. Avoid inviting just one person or couple 26
who are strangers to the rest of the group. Include a couple of extroverts in the mix to help get things moving, but too many extroverts can spoil it for quieter souls and you might even end up with a battle of the egos on your hands! Where A party at home might seem like the obvious place, but many a cream-coloured carpet has been ruined by red wine, so be warned! If your party is likely to be lively or the numbers high, consider hiring a room or hall. It might involve a bit more work but it could save you a cleaning bill afterwards, and it does offer more flexibility and space for games or dancing. How Keep the food simple and consider asking your guests to contribute (a chance to get rid of Christmas leftovers!). Games add variety and give guests the chance to mingle. Start with a simple mixer game and follow this immediately with another. Alternate a lively game with a quieter one, a long one with a short one and imagine your guests playing them. If you struggle to see a guest playing one type of game, be sure to include something they would enjoy. The most important thing to remember is that you are organising an event for people, so keep your friends at the forefront of your mind, not the event itself. Have fun!
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Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy – John Le Carre This is one of those books that everyone thinks they know - a classic spy thriller and the first in Le Carre’s ‘Karla’ trilogy. In fact, given that it has been adapted for television – the seminal 1979 series starred the late Sir Alec Guinness as George Smiley - and more recently turned into an eagerly awaited movie, in which Gary Oldman puts on the famous glasses and steps into the role, some would argue that watching is enough, so why bother reading? The answer is that no adaptation, however good, could hope to truly replicate the intricate plots and subplots of the novel itself. Not for nothing is Le Carre recognised as the master of espionage writing, managing the different story strands and using his own inside knowledge to immerse the reader in the world of Cold War intelligence – even down to the famous use of ‘Tradecraft’ jargon. The initial premise may seem straightforward. Following a disastrous operation in Czechoslovakia, resulting in the shooting of a key agent, Smiley is brought back from his enforced retirement to investigate the possibility that there may be a Soviet mole amongst the highest ranks of MI6. Smiley and his trusted associate Peter Guillam, must proceed without alerting the leaders of ‘The Circus’, unpicking the knot to discover the truth, and ‘spying on the spies’.
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A truly great spy thriller which perfectly captures the fear and tension of the Cold War era – guaranteed to keep you turning the pages until the very end. Zog – Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler Zog is a keen and eager dragon. All he wants as he studies at Madame Dragon’s school is to be the best and finally win a gold star. Things don’t always work out, though, and Zog is a little on the accident prone side – singeing his wing as he practises breathing fire, for example. Luckily, a helpful little girl always seems to be on hand to help to heal his wounds, and when she turns out to be a princess, the gold star is within his grasp! This is yet another charming, funny and well written tale from Julia Donaldson. The rhyming is as good as ever, and the down to earth details – who knew dragons went through Years One, Two, Three, Four and Five? – keep young readers enthralled (although the literacy hour may seem a little tame now they know that Year One at Dragon School features flying lessons!) Scheffler’s illustrations complement the story perfectly, and there is the added fun of trying to spot the hidden Gruffalo. It has been said before, but Donaldson and Scheffler really do seem to have the knack of producing instant classics, and Zog does not disappoint. Long may they continue! Kath Bennett
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Welsh Chiropractic 19 Food Bramley Fish Bar 5 Factory Foods 11 Food Aware 10 Zafran 1 & 32 Gardens Ultimate Gardens 21 Household Furniture & Interiors House of Beds 27 Todwick Interiors 2 Locksmith Dickie Locks 13 Pet Store Natureworld 9 Picture Framing & Printing Services Snazzle Ltd 21, 23, 29 & 31 Plumbing & Heating Services Cardwells 25 RAD Eco Systems Ltd 21 QPA Plumbing & Heating 15 Window Cleaning Bill Johnston 15
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