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INSIDE 7

News-In-Brief Keep up to date

15 That’s My Business

We speak to three local business owners who made their dream a reality

18 Gaynor Handbags

Fabulous new range of designer handbags available from Gaynors

20 Spectacle News

Sparkle in your spectacles ... stunning ranges available at the Stamford Eye Clinic

23 October In The Garden Jobs for the garden this month

28 Warm & Cosy

A selection of products to keep you warm and cosy this season

31 Perfectly Primed

The new “must have” for the perfectly made up look.

32 Dedicated To

Making You Look And Feel Great

We take a moment to meet the three new team members at Flawless Faces

34 The Modern Man

We speak to beauty therapists Neeta, Flawless Faces and Katie, M&Arc about male grooming and their top tips and tricks

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Welcome to the

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all into Autumn with your October issue. As the days begin to draw in and the weather starts to chill, October is the perfect time to get cosy at home with your favourite comfort foods and of course a copy of Concept. This month your magazine is bursting at the seams with features and articles, designed to keep you reading all month long. We celebrate Autumn with our warm and cosy editors pick, we have put together a selection of products perfect for the season. We have also drawn up a few of our favorite things to do in the Autumn, from crunching through leaves in the local wood to snuggling under blankets with a cup of hot chocolate. Don’t miss our ‘That’s My Business’ feature in which we talk to three local people who have turned their passion into their business. This month Concept met the new faces of Flawless Faces, Rebecca, Charlotte and Emily who are all ready to give you the full works in beauty treatments. We also spent ‘A moment with...’ Lorraine Cunningham, owner of Set In Stone and include a section just for the men including skin care advice and handy products to keep the years at bay. There’s so much to see and do in the area this month; our guide of upcoming events is full of great ideas to keep the whole family entertained. Sit back, relax and enjoy your October issue of Concept.

The Concept Team 36 Skin Saves

54 Pumpkin Carving

38 The Wine Expert

56 Book Review

A selection of our top male skincare and grooming products from the local high street

Hurrah For Musar!

43 A Park To Be Proud Of

Bourne2Play talk about their fight for the restoration of the Wellhead play park in Bourne

48 The Show Goes On

Profile on Sleaford’s Georgian Gem, The Playhouse

50 Fall Into Autumn

Ideal ways to spend your days this Autumn

Get into the Halloween spirit with our step by step for carving your pumpkin.

What to read this month

59 A Moment With...

Lorraine Cunningham, owner of Set In Stone Memorials

60 Baby Talk

What’s on for bump, babies and tots

62 Events Diary

Your guide to events in and around the local area

produced by: Concept2Design editor: Rachael Buzzel published by: Nicola Smith sales: Catherine Healy design: Stuart Rouse, Anna Machnik & Amy King telephone: 01778 423813 email: info@concept2design.co.uk www.concept2design.co.uk

the publisher. The reader acknowledges that the opinions expressed in the magazine are not necessarily those of the editor or publisher. Any written material or pictures supplied

by contributors are published in good faith and on the understanding that they are free from any copyright or other restrictions. Concept Magazine accepts no liability for any loss

or damage arising from errors or the late appearance or nonpublication of any advertising. The publisher reserves the right to refuse publication of any advertisement or written material without prior explanation.

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News - in - brief STAMFORD’S GEORGIAN FESTIVAL Stamford’s Georgian Festival kicked off on Friday 25 September as the prelude to a brilliant weekend of entertainment, colour and spectacle. Talks by TV historian Lucy Worsley were sell-outs, and when the final numbers are in, ticket sales are set to exceed those of the first festival in 2013, confirms organiser, South Kesteven District Council. The opening nights Georgian Costume Ball was also a sell-out with a dance mistress calling the tune as the Arts Centre ballroom turned back the clock and played host to this fantastic celebration, rounding off the first days events. Saturday held a full day of markets which brought the streets to life from 10am to 4.30pm, with some eighty traders to choose from over the weekend. The Meadows were also a hive of activity, with members of the Coldstream Regiment of Foot Guards 1815 camping alongside a selection of Georgian traders. The Camera Obscura, forerunner to the modern camera was weaving its magic alongside a punch and Judy show, traditional childrens’ fair rides and donkey rides. The streets were lined with people as the Bull Run carnival parade took centre stage, making its way through the streets along with costumed community groups and schoolchildren carrying flags and banners, mirroring how the bull was chased in a bygone age. The bull finally met its fate on the Meadows in a spectacular finale with an evening of music and entertainment. Over the weekend festival-goers enjoyed a wide and varied programme, from talks to music, drama, poetry and prose, ghost walks, tours of the Town Hall with its priceless regalia, walking tours, a brand new show from stage phenomenon Horrible Histories, military re-enactments and carriage rides. James Berresford, Chief Executive of Visit England was at the festivals civic launch in the Arts Centre. He attended the Georgian Festival in 2013, praising the virtues of

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Stamford and its ability to attract visitors and on a recent visit to the town he said: “Stamford is a great draw from a tourism perspective and an absolute gem. It’s our job at Visit England to develop and promote tourism through a location’s strengths and assets and the heritage of a place like Stamford is both a strength and an asset. “I am delighted that another festival has been organised. From a tourism perspective it will be a massive boost. Many towns, cities and destinations would be jealous of what’s here in Stamford.” Overall the festival was a great success and offered a wonderful, unique experience for all thoses who came out to attend. To find out more about the recent festival visit www.stamfordgeorgianfestival.co.uk

Flawless Faces are holding a Red Carpet Glamour Christmas Evening on Thursday 12 November. The evening will run from 6pm - 9pm with champagne, canapes, mulled wine and mince pies with exclusive offers including 20% off Decleor and Jessica Christmas gifts and 20% off all bookings made on the night for November and December. You will be able to get top tips, quick tricks and trends for festive make-up, lashes and nails and see new trends in the Flawless Catwalk Runway Show. Flawless Faces, 17/18 Scotgate, Stamford PE9 2YQ, Tel: 01780 660301.

Introducing DJR Cleaning Services DJR Cleaning Services are a new cleaning service company covering Bourne, Grantham, Stamford, Spalding, Sleaford, The Deepings, Peterborough and surrounding areas. With the ethos ‘It’s not clean unless it’s DJR clean…’ services include carpets and flooring, pressure washing, guttering, conservatories, static and tourer caravans, UPVc and fascias, block paving, walls and graffiti, patios and driveways. All staff are fully trained, using state-ofthe-art equipment and are dedicated to achieving the best results in the quickest possible time. Owner Dan Richardson said: “We’re constantly mindful that we’re working in and around you and your personal space. We pride ourselves on not just our top-quality work, but our quality of service to our customers and their properties.” For more information call 07542 321194, email djrcleaningservice@gmail.com or visit www.djrcleaningservices.co.uk OCTOBER 15 CONCEPT MAGAZINE / 7

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MILLING DAY AT COGGLESFORD MILL On Sunday 11 October, the mill at Cogglesford will be rumbling to life for one of itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s regular milling days. Cogglesford Mill sits in a picturesque setting by the River Slea and is thought to be the only Sheriff â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s watermill still operating in the country. Flour has been produced on this site since the early 18th Century, organic stone ground wholemeal flour produced in the mill is sold in the Mill shop.

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ave you ever dreamed of being your own boss and running your own business? We speak with two new business owners who took the plunge and made their dream a reality. Going it alone and setting up your own business can be a daunting prospect, but with good planning, hard work and determination you can make it a success, as Rolando and Harri from Session365 and Darren and Hannah from Auto Rehab prove!

Name: Rolando and Harri Wright Business: Session365 What they do: Extreme sports shop, specialising in BMXs, skateboards, scooters, clothing and accessories Where: 3 Wherry’s Lane, Bourne Contact: 01778 392735 Where it all began “Around the end of May my dad Rolando and I decided that we wanted to try something different in the town. Over the past five years (at least), I had thought about opening a skate shop with an ‘edge’, as I’ve always felt that Bourne didn’t have many interesting shops for young people. “I presented the idea to my dad whilst having a beer at the pub one evening and he immediately fell in love with it, after previously being involved for many years in televised BMX and cycling events. It kickstarted the nostalgia and we discussed how it would be great for Bourne, and more importantly young people to have something new and exciting like this.” Making the idea a reality “After much consideration we decided that our previous premises on Angel Arcade, where my dad used to upcycle and restore shabby chic furniture, was not big enough to accommodate our plans. We went to look at the newly built shops at the top of Wherry’s Lane to get an idea of how much space we might need, then by fluke we walked further down the cut-through and saw a ‘To Let’ sign on the Bourne Furnishings shop. We spoke to the proprietors Nick and Margaret and asked if we could have a quick look inside - it was absolutely perfect. “As soon as we had secured the premises there was the mammoth task of making it look like the shop we had envisaged - on a

“Dad and I decided that we wanted to try something diﬀerent in the town” shoestring budget. For two months; virtually every day and evening we were in the shop building, painting, making, cleaning and ordering to keep costs to a minimum, with the aim of getting the shop open by August 1.” The story so far “We’ve been open for nearly two months now and the response has been incredible. The support from the local community, as well as the skating, biking and scooting communities in Bourne has been truly overwhelming. “The overall feedback seems to be that people are extremely excited, and believe that there has been a need for a shop like this in Bourne for years; it’s something new that caters for the younger generations.” What’s next? “Our next steps are to continue expanding our ranges and product selection. We want to support and exhibit smaller, independent local skate companies and the exclusive niche companies - rather than ‘chucking’ money at the big corporates. “We’re also part of the local skatepark committee; we’re determined to do everything

we can to get a skatepark in Bourne. It would be great to give young people somewhere to go and enjoy their preferred extreme sport without being disturbed, asked to move or kicked off. These people are the next generation and the council should give them somewhere to go, be active and constructive with their time, 12 years is far too long to wait and I believe I speak for everyone when I say that.” Top tips “Do something different, put your own edge on it and always try to inject and highlight your USP (unique selling proposition). Pick a solid, memorable name, nothing long-winded and use this to create an ethos around what your business is supposed to be. “Use social media as much as you can, it’s virtually free and it allows customers to directly engage with your business. “Make sure that your customer service is second-to-none, be helpful but not pushy and do everything with a smile. “You can’t ever please everyone so be prepared to take some criticism, as you expand their opinions will change and if they don’t? Don’t worry about it!” OCTOBER 15 CONCEPT MAGAZINE / 15

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Name: Darren and Hannah Scott Business: Auto Rehab What they do: Vehicle restoration Where: 6 Victor Way, Bourne Contact: 07967 352654

“Auto Rehab has a strong ethos of trying to use local businesses and we have met some great people in them who have been encouraging, and in some cases are now customers - making the first year a good one.”

Where it all began “Darren apprenticed as a panel beater and painter and has worked in the motor industry since with modern and classic vehicles. “Eighteen years ago Darren bought a 1965 Beetle with a friend and we decided to do a full restoration; we took it back to bare metal and stripped everything off it. It took us five years to finish it, but by the time we had completed it we knew classic Volkswagens and restoring them was our passion. Darren had also developed an obsession with Split Screen Campervans, dragging the whole family to a large number of Volkswagen shows over the years, ensuring the whole family grew to have a passion for them. “In 2007 we swapped the Beetle for a Split Screen pick-up truck (Splitty), the best we could manage at the time. However whilst the Beetle was perfect, the Split Screen needed a lot of work, it was the Split Screen that sowed the final seed of Darren starting up Auto Rehab and restoring old vehicles on his own. “Whilst restoring the Beetle and the Split Screen for himself, Darren also undertook many restorations for customers in his previous job. This ranged from Singers and Rovers to Volkswagens and Porsches. Darren found the old cars far more interesting than working on the newer cars and after many years of debating whether to start up on his own, focusing on the vehicles he enjoyed, the idea developed into reality.”

What’s next? “We spent the Summer ensuring Auto Rehab gets known locally by touring the local car shows. We’ve met some wonderful people, many of which have come to us for work or are planning to. “The thing with vehicle restoration is people want to leave what is their pride and joy with someone who cares. Meeting people locally at business and car shows is the main way Darren can show people that we do care. Auto Rehab will continue to ensure our presence locally at car shows and other events where classic vehicles are prominent. “In addition, we hope to add to the Auto Rehab fleet with a UK 1966 Beetle, and to

be able to grow the business enough to give someone else the opportunity to learn how to restore vehicles with the same skill and passion that Darren has.” Top tips “Ensure that whatever business you are setting up, you’re really passionate about it and set a high standard for whatever you do. “Have a business plan and forecast (which should be regularly updated) to keep you focused and be able to realise what you’re achieving, even in quieter months. “Have the right support; from friends and family to professional support such as an accountant. “Be patient when looking for premises. Ensure you wait for the right premises in the right location for what you require. “Be prepared to commit your time and energy in unending amounts for the first year or so.”

“We knew classic Volkswagens and restoring them was our passion”

Making the idea a reality “Darren realised he would need the support of his family so firstly we all sat down and discussed what it mean to each of us; the pros and cons, the short-term consequences and the longer term ones. The whole family were excited to start a new venture together. “Finding suitable premises was a struggle. We got a lucky break after four months of looking; finding a landlord who would listen to what we wished to achieve - to build a business where quality and professionalism were important. “A big part of setting up the business was whether to sell the Split Screen pick-up for start-up costs. However, it occurred to Darren that it perfectly advertised his skills and so it toured the local car shows all through the summer.” The story so far “The unit we rented needed a lot of work to make it the space needed for Auto Rehab. The first month of business was spent creating the space required. “Darren got a second lucky break when an old friend employed him to complete a restoration for a Karmann Ghia floor pan and another customer booked in their Bay Window Campervan for a full restoration and respray. This filled the first three months and ensured Auto Rehab had a flying start. OCTOBER 15 CONCEPT MAGAZINE / 17

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his month the colour baton is picked up in the garden by the fruit, berries and rich Autumn leaves. As those beautiful leaves begin to fall they add yet another job to the list, in what is already a very busy month in the garden. There’s the tidying of the borders, clearing the veg plot, emptying the greenhouse, replenishing containers, raking thatch from the lawn and cleaning out the pond. This month we will probably produce more rubbish in the garden than at any other time of year. What better time to start a compost system or sort out an existing one and make use of this delicious free commodity. I put some on the garden every year whilst the ground is still warm and moist. I then get a flush of forget-me-nots and calendula but they weed out easily enough!

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Browns: Card and paper, I shred all my sensitive information and add this. Small twigs or shredded woody material and perennial flower stems although I keep the hollow ones to make bug houses.

Cover it to keep the heat in and prevent it getting too wet when it rains, I use a spare piece of pond liner but a wooden lid, a piece of carpet or even cardboard will help. Ensure it’s weighted down so it won’t blow away.

Avoid: • Annual weed seeds or perennial roots i.e. dandelions, thistles, nettles, bindweed and ground elder are my nemesis, but you may have others. Compost these separately in a black bin liner with a few holes or add to landfill waste. Stand this on a hard surface as pernicious weeds will work their way out and root at first contact with the soil. Once rotted down they can be added to the compost. If your compost is weedy, dig trenches and bury it.

Turning it regularly encourages it to heat up again as any un-rotted material starts to break down.

• Remove leaves from the crowns of plants to prevent them rotting. • Lightly tidy the borders, clear weeds and cut down flower stems. Leave seed heads for the birds.

Layers do not want to be too thick, particularly of grass or very wet green material; about 10cm (4”) is plenty, as this is where the green sludge comes in.

• Protect salads or late root crops with fleece. • Create a new strawberry bed or prepare to plant new fruit trees.

• Meat and cooked foods will attract vermin.

• Diseased material should be burnt or added to landfill waste. Autumn Leaves

Leaf mould: Keep leaves separate as they take a lot longer to break down. Punch a few holes in a black bin liner fill it with well-damped leaves and tuck it behind the shed for a year. You will be rewarded with a wonderful material that is brilliant for making your own compost or as a treat for woodland plants.

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he team at Flawless Faces is growing, with three new beauty therapists joining the salon. Meet Rebecca, Charlotte and Emily who are all ready to give you the full works in beauty treatments. Owner of Flawless Faces, Neeta said: “Rebecca and Charlotte are fantastic, friendly and enthusiastic additions to the Flawless Faces family, we’re pleased to have them here and excited about what skills they bring to the salon. Emily joins us in a few weeks and we can’t wait to welcome her. “The girls join myself and Jo. Jo was previously head at a beauty salon in Milton Keynes and opened the first Mercedes Benz showroom Beauty Room in Bedford,” continued Neeta. “She is our in-house Brazilian waxing guru. She specialises in Lycon (an Australian brand) Brazilian and Hollywood bikini waxes, Nouveau individual eyelash extensions, High Defined Flawless Brows, Jessica GELerations Nails and is also able to do all of the other Flawless Faces beauty treatments.”

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Rebecca has been with Flawless Faces for a month. She joined the salon after studying and achieving her Level 2 NVQ in Melton. Rebecca said: “I’m loving being a part of the team at Flawless Faces. I previously worked in the equestrian industry and competed in shows as part of the family business, but have always wanted to be a beauty therapist. I’m now working at Flawless Faces and studying my Level 3 NVQ at Beverly Robinson School Of Beauty. I will be offering treatments including; waxing, tinting, threading, manicures and pedicures.”

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Emily is a Level 3 NVQ therapist and will be arriving at Flawless Faces with a wealth of experience, having previously worked in other beauty salons in Stamford. Emily specialises in waxing, manicures, pedicures, Jessica GELeration nails, High Defined Flawless Brows, body massages and facials (using Decléor products). Neeta said: “Combined, the Flawless Faces team have over 20 years’ experience in the beauty industry and are confident that we can help you look fantastic and feel great. Come in and see us so that we can bring out the beauty in you.”

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THE MODERN MAN

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rooming and beauty regimes have become an essential part of our everyday lives, for both men and women. From what was once limited to the daily morning shave of the face, male grooming has now evolved to the whole body.

In the 1960s, many men let their hair grow wild and free, while the 70s saw big moustaches and hairy chests as a defining point in masculinity. By the 90s, it was more socially acceptable for men to shave or wax different parts of their body, and to enjoy a more thorough grooming regime.

Today sees the male grooming market set to exceed the £1-billion mark by 2018 – men are certainly taking their grooming more seriously. Moisturisers, eye creams, face masks, eye serums and shaving foams are becoming a must-have for men as well as women.

We speak to Neeta Matharu from Flawless Faces about male grooming Q: Why can’t men just use women’s products, how do they differ? “Men’s skin tends to be thicker, so most products are designed to penetrate deeper into the skin. Women’s products tend to be more fragrant, so male products are designed with different smells to give them a more masculine appeal. For example Liquorish, which is used for healing properties, also oil of cloves which slow down the re-growing of hair, commonly used after waxing treatments.”

Q: What daily beauty regime would you recommend for a man? “Start with a light exfoliation using an exfoliating face wash, this helps lift hair away from the skin and prevent ingrown hairs. After you should moisturise and then use an eye serum or cream to revive the skin. Decléor have a product call Clean Skin Scrub Gel 125ml £21.50 - This daily skincare product formulated with Essential Oils of Clove and Eucalyptus is ideal for preparing the skin for shaving. With dual action: cleansing and exfoliating, it leaves the skin glowing, fresh and energised. Use

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in the morning before shaving and/or in the evening to deep cleanse the skin.”

Massage £39.50 (75mins) and waxing for face and body are also very popular.”

Q: Are there any DIY methods of male grooming you can recommend?

Q: Have you noticed a rise in male clientele?

“You can easily create your own DIY aftershave cream with 1/8 cup coconut oil; 1/2 cup shea butter, softened; 2 to 4 drops of essential oil for fragrance (optional). Combine these ingredients in a food processor or blender, and keep refrigerated between uses.”

Q: What are the most popular treatments for men? “We have quite a few popular treatments including the Express Energising Facial £28 (30mins); Intense Energising Facial £40 (60mins) and the Decléor Aroma Body Massage £32 (30mins), £43 (60mins), £53 (90mins). Our own Flawless Faces treatments, the Hopi Ear Candle £30 (45mins); Indian Head Massage £27 (45mins); Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage £23 (30mins), £29.50 (45mins); Full Body

“Yes, men are becoming more acknowledged as a part of the grooming industry, highlighting that men get just as stressed as women and also enjoy relaxing. Our male clients like to have massages, body waxing and brow waxing or threading.”

Q: When did you introduce the male range to Flawless Faces? “We’ve always had a male skincare range available for clients, even before we moved to our new location. We want to make sure that specialist grooming products are available to male and female clients, so we have always stocked a male skincare range. Why not try our ‘try me kit’ to introduce the range for only £33.” Flawless Faces 17 / 18 Scotgate, Stamford, PE9 2YQ t: 01780 660 301, e: info@flawlessfaces.co.uk www.flawlessfaces.co.uk

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Katie Bland from M&Arc shares her top skincare tips for men Q: How does male skin differ from female’s and what’s your skin care advice? “Aside from facial hair, men have testosterone stimulation which causes an increase in skin thickness of around 25%. They also have greater oil production which contributes to acne. “On the flip side, men have a higher

collagen density than women, resulting in male skin often appearing around 15 years younger than women’s. Unfortunately, with men tending to be less SPF-savvy than ladies, the ‘15-year difference’ becomes less apparent - keep the skin young by using a daily moisturiser containing SPF. “The most important advice to give, especially for men just starting a skincare routine, is to keep it simple. The simpler your routine, the more likely you are to stick with it. Skincare products are more advanced than ever, just two or three products can target many ailments.”

Q: What male treatments do you offer? “Here at M&Arc we focus on keeping the salon unisex so all customers, male and female feel comfortable and welcome. With this in mind, all the treatments we offer are easily tailored to suit a male customer; from facials to massage and waxing to manicures, we offer something for everyone.”

Q: What male treatments would you recommend? “With most male customers having skin concerns, the best treatment to recommend would be a Dermalogica facial. Dermalogica pride themselves on delivering noticeable results and are purposely created to suit both male and female skin. By having your skin analysed by our therapists we can specifically

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recommend products that can not only target your current skin concerns, but that will also keep your skin healthy and clear over years to come.”

Q: Have you noticed an increase in men coming for skincare treatments? “Yes, definitely. In recent years male grooming has become the quickest growing point not only in hair, but beauty salons too. According to research, over a fifth of customers on a salon’s database are men, many who are seeking to improve skin complaints; such as shaving issues, lines/ wrinkles, premature aging and acne.”

Q: Do you have any top tips for shaving? “Ideally shower before shaving, the heat softens the skin allowing for a closer shave. “Use an exfoliating cleanser. By combining the cleanse and exfoliation, not only is it quicker, but the exfoliating helps lift hairs ready for shaving and helps keep razor burn and ingrown hairs at bay. “Light pressure, never rush, and rinse the blade after each stroke. Finally, stop slapping on the aftershave. Aftershave’s main ingredient is alcohol, therefore can irritate and stop the skin reforming its natural barriers - hence your skin becoming more sensitive. Instead, use a post shave cream/ balm to help soothe the skin.” M&Arc Hair & Beauty 10 South Street, Bourne, PE10 9LT t: 01778 426262

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hateau Musar is a wine I have enjoyed on many occasions. What is quite startling to the unfamiliar is that this wine comes from the Bekaa Valley in Lebanon; a country not recognised generally for its winemaking. It is an area so hot and dry that making quality wine sounds impossible but this is not a new phenomenon; history suggests that viticulture in this region has existed for the past 6000 years.

Leigh Johnson

is a holder of the Advanced Certificate from the Wine and Spirits Educational Trust and is an avid wine collector and enthusiast. You can follow his wine thoughts on Facebook by searching Bells Farm Vintners.

The key aspect to producing fine wine in the Bekaa Valley is its high altitude, at around 1,000 metres, compared, for the sake of reference, to Burgundy and Bordeaux whose best wine producing appellations never exceed around 300 metres. As every geography student knows, temperature reduces by around 2 degrees for every 1000 feet of altitude and this means that despite the often intolerable heat at sea level, the growing conditions at Bekkaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s high altitude is not dissimilar to one of the worlds greatest wine producing areas, Bordeaux. It will come as no surprise, therefore, to learn that the grapes that go into making this wine are traditional French varieties at around one third Cabernet Sauvignon, one third Carignan and one third Cinsault. Following the harvest, the grapes undergo a lengthy fermentation in concrete vats and are then transferred to French oak barrels for one year and then back to concrete vats for a further two years. The wine is then aged in bottle and only released seven years after the harvest Chateau Musar is certified organic and the producer confirms the wine is suitable for vegans. The wine tends to be a muddy, deep ruby colour in its youth, with orange tints at the rim as the wine ages. The nose often has a certain funkiness; a gaminess about it, mixed with ripe, baked black fruit. On the palate, the wine is rich, full with soft tannins and moderate acidity. Ripe sweet prunes, mulberries, pepper and African spices are typical flavours. The wine is hugely aromatic and full bodied and it stands up well to highly flavoured food. Whilst I wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t suggest wasting it as a partner to a Friday night kebab, it makes an excellent accompaniment to roast lamb with garlic or a spicy lamb tagine. The wine is widely available from both Majestic and Waitrose at around ÂŁ20 per bottle and for sure, it will definitely surprise and delight your friends at any dinner party.

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our local mothers have taken a stand and are fighting for the restoration of the Wellhead play park, their charitable group Bourne2Play will not rest until the families of Bourne have a park they can be proud of.

Play is such an important part of children’s lives; it’s pivotal in both their physical and mental development. Access to a local play area is not only a chance for children to let off steam, but it’s also a place where their imaginations can run wild and they can develop their social skills. Imagine the dismay local mothers and childminders Claire Carter and Paula Brett, both from Bourne felt when the main play area in the town, one they used regularly over the years, had long since seen better days and was getting worse each time they visited. One spring day in 2014 Claire and Paula decided that enough was enough, the two women had visited the park and were saddened at the state of disrepair it was in; several pieces of equipment were cordoned off with red tape, swings had been removed and the fence was broken. “As a mum of two and a childminder I feel it’s so important to have a safe, challenging play area that we can walk to and enjoy,” said Claire. “At the moment we travel to the surrounding villages to use their updated and clean play areas. It’s extremely important to me to be able to give the families of Bourne something to boast about to their family and friends and something that will attract visitors to the town.” Claire, along with Paula and other local mums Anna Rogers and Lisa Copestake put the wheels in motion by contacting South Kesteven District Council (SKCD) and setting up a petition, calling for action to

restore the failing park. Anna said: “With Bourne growing at the rate it is, it really should be able to offer more to families than an out-of-date play area with broken equipment and a swing my husband used to play on 30 years ago! “Our petition was widely circulated around Bourne and we received fantastic support from the parents on the Bourne Parents Facebook page. Thanks to the support of the Bourne and District Round Table we were also able to host a stand at that year’s Bourne Festival and collected over 1393 signatures.”

However, despite the success of the petition, it was clear to Claire, Paula, Anna and Lisa that getting a new play area was not going to be easy. The added complication of the SKDC leasing the parkland from Bourne United Charities and the small sum the SKDC had to maintain the play area, meant that someone would need to act as a driving force, facilitator if anything was going to change, and Bourne2Play was formed, a charitable group with the sole aim of getting a better play area for Bourne. “Since its formation the group has received support from Bourne United Charities, the Round Table and many local business and has been able to host several successful fundraising attempts including two years at the Bourne Festival, a picnic in the park, roller and Christmas discos and an Easter Trail,” said Anna.

“I moved to Bourne from South London three years ago, where we were extremely lucky to have amazing playgrounds even in the poorer boroughs. When I moved to Bourne I was appalled to see how awful the Wellhead playground was. It was (and still is) run down. “When Claire and I started on this journey a child had fallen through the toddler climbing frame and hurt their leg. For a town the size of Bourne, that is growing constantly due to the council allowing so many housing estates, the children here deserve a much better playground to play, be safe and have fun in.” Paula Brett, Bourne.

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“Bourne has a lot of young families, three primary schools and two secondary schools. Many children don’t have the luxury of a large back garden to play in and need somewhere go to have healthy fun. The junior equipment at the Wellhead is outdated and desperately needs replacing and the newer toddler area is reaching the end of its lifespan. The Wellhead park is a beautiful green space and I feel the current play area lets it down. “It would be great to be able to have the new play area in place for next summer. If there are any local business who feel they could help us fund the new play area, we would love to hear from them.” Anna Rogers, Bourne.

“I love taking my daughter to the Wellhead. It’s an absolute pleasure in all seasons to go for a walk, see the ducks, but the play area is such a huge disappointment. We love living in Bourne, it’s a fabulous community and we deserve a park to be really proud of, where we can spend quality time, whether it be with a picnic in the summer months or on a crisp winters day crunching leaves on the way. Bourne2Play are working very hard to encourage further investments and fundraisers to get the park completed as soon as possible. We would love it if all adults and children could get involved in this community project, whether it be by coming to one of our fundraising events or by holding their own small fundraisers.” Lisa Copestake, Bourne.

“Highlights for the group so far have included the SKDC agreeing to £40,000 to be used to improve the play area and a donation of £10,000 from the Round Table. The group was also awarded £900 from Lincolnshire County Council, thanks to the help of Councillor Helen Powell, and a further £1,000 was received from the Lincolnshire Police Crime Commissioner’s Fund. Thanks to this and money raised from events so far, Bourne2Play is now over halfway to its target amount of £100,000. “It’s amazing what we have managed to achieve so far and we’re so grateful for all of the support we have received,” said Anna. “However, we’re now looking to local businesses and charities to help us

reach our target. The £100,000 raised will buy all-weather surfacing for the play area and equipment, making the Wellhead a ‘destination park’, a place people will travel to see, drawing people to the town.” Bourne2Play enlisted the help of local schoolchildren to help design the new play area. “Local primary school children have had great fun designing their dream parks and these ideas have been included in the design process,” explained Anna. “A public consultation will take place to decide the final design of the park, which will include

an amazing central fortress climbing tower for older children, a toddler area, designated teen equipment and seating areas. We hope to have this exciting new play area in place by Spring/Summer 2016.”

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THE SHOW GOES ON

Sleaford’s Georgian Gem

riginally built as a theatre in the 1800s, The Playhouse has had many roles; including serving as an infant school and as store rooms. Now, it’s back to (show) business. There is something special about the theatre; the rawness of the performances, the intimacy and the emotions stirred. Sleaford Little Theatre, are an amatuer dramatics society, dedicated to captivating audiences by telling stories and to supporting their community. The society were originally based in a Methodist Church five miles outside of the town, they bought the The Playhouse building in Sleaford in 1994 with the dream of restoring it to it’s former glory. After years of restoration work, which is ongoing, their vision became reality and The Playhouse opened its doors in October 2000 as a theatre once again, one of only two Georgian theatres remaining in the country. Typical of a Georgian playhouse the exterior is simple and unassuming, with only a small ‘oiel de boeuf ’ (oval window) beneath the eaves for decoration. Inside, the auditorium features raked stalls seating that rise up to raked gallery, seating 121 in total, creating an

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intimate and captivating atmosphere. Sleaford Little Theatre now had the ‘home’ they’d dreamed of, and the town had an invaluable venue for all sorts of events and performances. Since its reopening The Playhouse has made its mark on the town, entertaining audiences with a wide variety of breathtaking productions, from classics such as J.B. Priestley’s ‘An Inspector Calls’, Daphne du Maurier’s ‘Rebecca’ and Charles Dickens’ ‘David Copperfield’, to comedies such as Lloyd & Croft’s hit ‘’Allo ‘Allo’ and Alan Ayckbourne’s ‘Communicating Doors’. However, engaging plays are not all that The Playhouse has to offer, the town’s Georgian gem has also become a popular venue for local bands and solo artists, to professional touring theatre companies and musicians. The Playhouse promises to continue delivering, by providing an interesting range of events to enthral and captivate its audience. The Playhouse can also be hired out, a truly unique venue for any event. For more information visit www.sleafordplayhouse.co.uk

What’s on? Here’s a list of some of the great shows coming up, make sure you get your tickets now. October 17: A Fistful of Spaghetti

A Fistful of Spaghetti is a new spoof Western by John Hewer of Hambledon Productions.

October 31: Hey Beatles - Tribute

A tribute band who are guaranteed to ‘wow’. Perfectly capturing the essence of the ‘Fab Four’.

December 2, 5, 9 & 12: Scrooge The timeless Charles Dickens Christmas classic reworked as a traditional, fun and festive pantomime.

To get your tickets, call the box office on 0333 666 3366 or book online www.sleafordplayhouse.co.uk

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Fall into Autumn Summer may have come to an end, but never fear, there’s still a lot of fun to be had this Autumn

utumn is the season for long walks; crunching through the woods and local parks, the month for feeling refreshingly crisp air on your face, for splashing in puddles and for snuggling under blankets with a mug of hot chocolate. Here are a few of our favourite things to do in Autumn…

Go for a walk

There’s something about the crisp Autumn air, crunching through the leaves that’s really good for the soul. We are lucky to have many beautiful walks right on our doorstep. Burghley House is magnificent at this time of year (and the various cakes in The Orangery restaurant are delicious), Burghley Park is also great for a short or long walk where you can stop and watch the deer and end your day with a visit the Courtyard Shop. Ferry Meadows with its fantastic play areas and scenic walks is a firm favourite with families and Rutland Water’s beauty really ‘pops’ at this time of year. If you fancy going a bit further afield why not take a look at Fineshade Woods, go cycling, or explore the wildlife and history on foot, before unwinding in the cafe or browsing in the shops, Other fantastic Autumn walks include; Bourne Woods, Sandringham and Easton Walled Gardens (until October 30).

Visit local museums

Many local museums are free to explore or only ask for a small donation. Peterborough Museum has many free, interesting exhibits and interactive displays to captivate the whole family; including natural history, art collections, social history and the Norman Cross collection of Prisoner of War craftwork. For more information visit www. vivacity-peterborough.com. Discover Stamford, is a vibrant new heritage display in the Stamford Library. Visitors will discover the rich history of the town and be inspired to go out and explore for themselves… where “a stroll through Stamford’s streets provides a walk through 1,000 years of history”.

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Once we hit Autumn we know that the party season is literally just around the corner. We also know however that Autumn and Winter are the times that we all love to tuck into our favourite comfort foods. Adding exercise into your daily routine is the best way to make sure you can still enjoy your favourite winter stew and keep yourself feeling fabulous in your party outfits.

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Get crafty

Autumn is a great season for crafting; the leaves, chestnuts, pine cones, acorns - so inspiring. Why not head down to The Craft Centre for Autumn-themed activities, as well as spooktacular Halloween inspired craft during the October half term, or you could visit Paint a Pot Place and design an Autumn-themed mug, plate, teapot or vase. The Craft Centre: 01778 425540, www.thecraftcentrebourne.co.uk Paint a Pot Place: 01778 420409, www.paintapotplace.co.uk

Go foraging

One of the best things about Autumn is the fruit it bears. After foraging, freeze the fruits you have picked to later be used in an array of delicious pies, crumbles and jams that can be made and enjoyed all year round.

Carve a pumpkin

From the traditional, spooky Jack O’Lantern to jolly or elagant, pumpkin carving needn’t be just for Halloween.

Enjoy some comfort food

Many of our local pubs are offering scrumptious Autumn menus in their cosy and comfortable restaurants. Why not visit White Horse in Baston or The Five Bells on a Main Street of Edenham and try out something delicious from their extensive menus.

Plant spring bulbs

Yes, we may be waving goodbye to Summer, but now is the time to be planting your spring blooms. Bulbs can be planted right up to December. Visit Waterside Garden Centre in Baston for a large range of colourful and vibrant spring bulbs.

Go conker picking

There’s a certain thrill that comes with conker picking. Children of all ages (and grown-ups too) can’t resist collecting these shiny, Autumn gems. They make great Autumnal decorations in the house, plus they are said to keep spiders away.

Pamper yourself

The changing weather that comes with the changing of seasons can play havoc with our skin and hair. Treat yourself to a haircut, or how about an invigorating facial? OCTOBER 15 CONCEPT MAGAZINE / 51

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et into the mood of Halloween by carving a pumpkin. If you’ve never carved a pumpkin before, follow our easy step by step to create a spook-tacular masterpiece!

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a pumpkin a small saw or serrated knife (never a straight-edged knife) a spoon or scoop a marker pen to draw your pattern or a printed template and sellotape a nail or drill bit (something with a sharp point)

Optional: A pumpkin carving kit (can usually be bought at supermarkets closer to Halloween or online from eBay or Amazon; expect to pay around £5, comes with small saws, a scoop, a drill and sometimes templates)

STEP BY STEP:

1. Choose a pumpkin

Pick a healthy pumpkin with no nicks, bruises, cuts or soft spots. Anywhere from 8-12in (20-30cm) is ideal. Too small and it will be tricky to accurately cut out your design. Too big and it will be a lot of hard work to cut through.

2. Cut the lid and scoop

Cut a circular lid around the stalk. Do not make the cut completely vertical; instead angle your saw towards the centre of the circle. The lid will then sit in a bowl-shape and won’t fall into the middle. Scoop out the stringy flesh and seeds with a spoon or scoop.

Ingredients: • • • • • • • •

3. Plan your pattern

If you are planning a basic jack-o-lantern, you can just draw the pattern directly onto the skin with a marker pen. For more complicated patterns, sellotape a template onto the flattest side of the pumpkin.

5. Start carving

Start with the smaller details of your design, sawing with a gentle back and forth motion. Be careful not to twist your saw or knife. Keep all the parts in place until the whole design is finished. When removing the pieces, start with the smaller ones first.

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4. Mark out the pattern

If using a template, take a small drill bit or nail and poke holes around the pattern, transferring the design onto the pumpkin. The holes need to be about 1/4in (0.5cm) apart, closer in intricate parts.

6. Tidy up your design

Once you have removed all the pieces tidy up the edges of the pattern. Remove any flesh that hasn’t come away properly and sharpen up any pieces of the design that need it.

1 tbsp of rapeseed oil or olive oil 1 onion, chopped 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped 1 red chilli, descended and finely chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1/2 tsp ground ginger 1 small pumpkin or medium butternut squash, peeled, descended and cubed 1 litre of vegetable stock

Optional topping: • Mixed seeds (pumpkin & sunflower) slightly toasted • 1-2tbsp finely chopped coriander

Method: 1. Heat oil in large saucepan and gently fry onion until soft. Add the garlic, chilli, ground cumin and ginger and stir. 2. Add the carrots and pumpkin or butternut squash and pour in the stock and bring to the boil. Cover and gently simmer for 10 - 15mins until the veg in tender. 3. Pour the soup into a blender and blitz until smooth. 4. Serve the soup in bowls with a sprinkling of toasted seeds and coriander. Recipe supplied by Rachael from The Little Soup Kitchen

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Smelly Louie by Catherine Rayner

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Adult Choice

Little Lies (Big Little Lies) by Liane Moriarty

Mrs Pander lives next door to Pirriwee Public Primary School. She loves to watch the parents and children go past. It is the night of the PTA Trivia Night and she is enjoying listening to the party. She can hear shouting though and swearing. Now she can see a fight and the police are arriving. What on earth is going on? Has there been a murder? Celeste is the mother of twin sons who are about to start school. With her super rich husband she seems to have a perfect life but she is often distant and distracted. Is she hiding something? Madeline is a force to be reckoned with. She has a five year old daughter about to start school. Her ex-husband has moved to the same town with his new wife and they have a daughter the same age, also about to start school. Now her teenage daughter wants to go and live with her exhusband. It is all going wrong. Single mum Jane has moved to Pirriwee with her son Ziggy to make a new start. She looks so young, one of the working mums thinks she is a nanny. She soon, however, finds herself at the centre of a storm. On the first day of school an incident occurs in the playground, trivial at first

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but which turns into something nasty, setting parents against each other. Ziggy is accused of bullying. The other parents start to turn on Jane. As the book progresses we learn more about these women and other characters are introduced. The mums who believe their children are gifted and talented, the high-powered executive mum, the husbands and the poor teacher who is completely out of her depth. The PTA, who have arranged a fund raising Trivia Night. What they all have in common is secrets. They are all hiding something. Little lies leading to misunderstandings and more lies and ultimately to the death of a parent. Little Lies is a gripping and hugely enjoyable read.

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Teen Reads at Stamford library Stamford Library has a well-stocked section specifically for teenagers and pre-teens. This section has two categories: TJ and TA. These categories are not just based on reading ability but on content, theme, the language used and the young person’s ability to fully understand what is being read. TJ is generally suitable for 10 to 13 year olds and TA is for 13 year olds and upwards. Parents should note that these categories are for guidance only. The books in these sections are specifically written for and aimed at young readers and are an excellent transition between junior stories and adult fiction including authors such as Matt Haig, Jonathan Meres, Veronica Roth and Anthony Horowitz.

Finally, the Bookseller magazine has, for the first time this year, held a Young Adult Book Prize. The winner is Only Ever Yours by Louise O’Neill. In this book, 16-year-olds Freida and Isabel are in their final year of school and waiting to see if they are selected as wives to wealthy and powerful men. The alternative, life as a concubine, is too awful to contemplate, so the intense competition between the girls over their looks starts to mount. The Bookseller team said: “We were blown away by this book. The strength of the voice from the first page, the depth of the subject matter and the feminist, dystopian plot kept us gripped all the way through.” All three of the books mentioned and many more can be borrowed from Stamford library.

Young readers can also get involved in the Lincolnshire Young People’s Book Award (LYPBA) by voting for their favourite books from a shortlist, in the Lincolnshire Libraries run award each year. The 2015 winner for 9-11 year olds was: My Brother’s Shadow by Tom Avery. This is a moving, surprising and ultimately comforting account of a young girl’s unique and very personal suffering. The vivid story is at times overwhelming and doesn’t shy away from the reality of some of the challenging life situations children can face. Beautifully written and packed full of hope for those in dark places. For 12-14 year olds the 2015 winner was: Half my Facebook Friends are Ferrets by J A Buckle, where a teenage boy sets out goals that he wants to do before his next birthday. Set out as diary entries, it is an extremely well written and witty book. For more information on the LYPBA, go to www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/libraries

The Summer Reading Challenge 2015 Two hundred and twenty two children started our Summer Reading Challenge this summer, which beat our record for last year. This year’s theme was Record Breakers. Each child was asked to read six books throughout the summer holidays, making four trips to the library in total. We ran two craft activities which were very successful, “Going Places” and “Animal Magic”. Approximately sixty five children attended each session.

Autumn Craft Activity This will be held in the October half term holiday, on 29 October, 2-4.30pm. Please join us for “Autumn Antics”.

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A moment with...

Lorraine Cunningham

his month we meet Lorraine Cunningham, owner of Set in Stone memorials, which is based in Bourne. 1. Tell us about your business “Having been a sign-writer both by hand and machine for 25 years, I decided to set up Set in Stone Memorials as a new company with the aim to supply memorial headstones direct to the public. “Often a bereaved family are not aware that they can go directly to the Memorial Mason and that they don’t need to go through their undertaker; by taking this route families can make a considerable saving financially. Going directly to a Memorial Mason also means that they’re not necessarily having to choose a memorial out of a brochure, but that they’re able to have something a bit different than everyone else - something bespoke and meaningful to them. At Set in Stone we strive to give the personal touch by making each and every memorial individual, providing a fitting tribute to the memory of the deceased.

2. What do you like most about Bourne?

“I have lived within four miles of Bourne since the age of four and I moved into the town in 2000. I love the fact that Bourne is such a friendly town and that within reason, you can get much of what you need without leaving. I’ve been known to go to Peterborough, spend the day browsing the shops, only to come back to Bourne and find just what I’ve spent the day looking for!”

3. What changes would you like to see for Bourne in the coming years? “I think that it’s great that Bourne is expanding, but I really do think that we’re in need of more shops of all types, and of course

when we get them for people to use them. I’m a great believer in shopping locally, not just because it’s a lot friendlier and a good way to meet and get known, but financially you save money by saving fuel - which is also better for the environment.”

4. What do you do in your spare time? “I don’t get an awful lot of spare time, but with the little time I do get I enjoy spending it with

my husband, children and granddaughters. I particularly love watching my granddaughters Erin and Alice doing gymnastics, which they do four times a week - it’s fantastic.”

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Babies Learning Together: Up to walking

10am - 11am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Twinkle Tots Dance: 2 - 3 years

12.15pm - 12.45pm 12.45pm - 1.15pm

Stamford Welland School Of Dancing

Breastfeeding Support Group

1pm - 2.30pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Little Explorers: 0 - 5 years

9.30am - 10.30am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Toddlers Learning Together

11am - 12.30pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Growing Talk: Toddlers

9.30am - 10.15am 10.30am - 11am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

International Toddler Group: 0 - 5 years

9.30am - 11am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Dinky Dancers: 2 - 4 years

10.15am - 10.55am

All Saints & St Johns Hall

Baby Yoga

11.30am - 12.45pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Story Time: Preschool

2pm - 2.30pm

Stamford Library

Tatty Bumpkin Yoga & Movement

2.30pm

The Yard

Health Visitorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Baby Clinic: Appointments only

12.30pm - 2pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Baby Signing

2pm

The Yard

Family Learning Together: 0 - 5 years

9.30am - 11am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Baby Yoga

9.45am - 11am

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Building Blocks

10am - 11.30am

Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Place

Baby Massage Stamford

10.30am - 11.30am

Tinwell Village Hall

Come and Play: Up to walking

1pm - 2pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Musical Minis

1.30pm - 2.15pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Dadâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group

10am - 12pm

Stamford Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Centre

Story Time

11am - 11.30am

Stamford Library

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Events Diary Saturday 3 to Sunday 11 October

Burghley Flower Festival

Saturday 17 and Sunday 18 October

Burghley Craft Fair

Saturday 24 October to Sunday 1 November

Autumn Festival Burghley House, Stamford Burghley House, Stamford

Burghley Flower Festival will transform the magnificent State Rooms with beautiful floral displays created by local flower societies. Offering a new perspective on England’s greatest Elizabethan House each room will inspire floral arrangements with societies taking their inspiration from this year’s theme in addition to the painted ceilings and 17th Century art. Valid with a House and Gardens or House only ticket.

The ever popular Autumn Craft, Food and Gift Fair from Living Heritage events returns to Burghley for a weekend of craft, food and shopping along with working demonstrations of traditional English crafts. From ceramics and jewelery to glass blowing and bee keeping, there is something for everyone as well as children’s entertainment and the ever popular food hall. For tickets please contact Living Heritage on 01283 820548 or visit www.livingheritagecraftshows.co.uk

Sunday 11 October -10am to 4pm

From Wednesday 21 October to Friday 30 October - 11am to 4pm

Stamford Arts Centre

Easton Walled Gardens, Grantham

Acrylics Or Oils For Beginners

Children's Activities And Pumpkin Rolling

Taking a simple still-life as a subject Catherine Headley will show you step-bystep how to paint a picture. Equipment that you will need to purchase will be kept to a minimum, please collect a list when you enroll. The price for the workshop is £35. For more information visit www.stamfordartscentre.com

Ferry Meadows Country Park

A whole week of events celebrating the season of “mists and mellow fruitfulness”. Activities will include guided walks, children’s crafts, wild food forage, campfire cooking, wildlife watching and an opportunity to join our rangers in climbing some of the tallest trees in Ferry Meadows! Details of times of the individual events will be posted on social media and the Ferry Meadow's website. Please call Nene Park Trust on 01733 234193 for more information. Saturday 24 October - 10am to 4pm

Lincolnshire Sausage Festival

Pumpkin rolling will be taking place in half term, welcoming children of all ages to roll pumpkins down the grace terraces, the furthest roller wins! In addition there will be lots of great activities, including conker and bulb painting, scavenger hunts and exploring the 12 acres of gardens.

Lincoln Castle and Castle Hill, Lincoln The people of the great sausage county of Lincolnshire celebrate the famous Lincolnshire sausage at The Lincolnshire Sausage Festival. The Rotary Club of Lincoln Colonia, in association with the Select Lincolnshire, Lincolnshire County Council and the Lincoln Business Improvement Group, are hosting the 13th Lincolnshire Sausage Festival. There will be cooking demonstrations, food stalls, children’s entertainment and live music. Sunday 11 October - 11am to 4pm

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See four stunning wedding venues all in one day. Enjoy the beautiful setting of Lincoln’s historic Cathedral Quarter. And meet more than 60 trusted local suppliers for all those added wedding extras. The Bailgate Wedding Fayre is a fun day out – it will help reduce the stresses of your wedding planning and the choice of venues will inspire and excite you. For more information visit www.bailgateweddingfayre.co.uk.

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From Wednesday 28 October to Saturday 31 October - 7.30pm & 8.30pm

Halloween Ghost Walks

Outside Peterborough Museum

Explore the spooky side of Peterborough’s past with the most popular guided tour in the city, the entertaining, informative and very popular ghost walks return for Halloween. Walk the streets to discover the eerie secrets of Peterborough’s most haunted buildings and many other spooky locations around the city centre. Not recommended for children under 8 or those with a nervous disposition, the tour lasts around 100 minutes. Booking early is advised as these tours do sell out. Adults £5, children/concessions £3. Call 01733864663 or email: museum@vivacity-peterborough.com

Thursday 12 November - 6pm to 9pm

Red Carpet Open Evening Flawless Faces, Stamford, PE9 2YQ

Flawless Faces are holding a Red Carpet Glamour Christmas Evening including champagne, canapes, mulled wine and mince pies with exclusive offers including 20% off Decleor and Jessica Christmas gifts and 20% off all bookings made on the night for November and December. Get top tips, quick tricks and information on the latest trends for festive make up, lashes and nails from professionals in the industry. For more information call 01780 660301. Sunday 22 November - 8pm

Sarah Millican - Outsider

Gig Guide Friday 16 October - 7.30pm

Gimme All Your Lovin' Tour - The ZZ Tops

Friday 30 October to Sunday 1 November

M.A.D. Art Exhibition

Maxey Village Hall, Maxey, Cambridgeshire PE6 9EJ

Maxey Art Group and Deepings Art Club joint annual exhibition of paintings Friday 10am – 8pm, Saturday 10am – 5pm and Sunday 10am – 2pm. High quality paintings and cards by local artists for sale over the three days. Entry is free and refreshments will be available to purchase. Disabled parking, access and facilities. Saturday 31 October - 6.30pm onwards

Fire & Ice

Thorpe Hall Hospice, Thorpe Road, Longthorpe, Peterborough, PE3 6LW

Supporters will be walking across burning hot coals and broken glass to raise money for Thorpe Hall Hospice. This event is taking place in the gardens of Thorpe Hall after dark on Halloween so should prove very atmospheric!

The Cresset, Peterborough

You’ll know her face from talking about cake and cats on the telly, so here’s another chance to see the Millican phenomenon in full flight live on stage. Tickets are £25 available from www.sarahmillican.seetickets.com/tour/sarahmillican/list/1/200/ Saturday 28 November - 10am to 4pm

Make Willow Christmas Decorations Ferry Meadows Country Park

Participants will receive full tuition and all materials to make a range of willow Christmas decorations. The cost for the workshop is £20. This event takes place indoors and is suitable for all abilities. Booking for the event is essential. Please call Nene Park Trust on 01733 234193 for more information.

Stamford Corn Exchange

"The unique three man tribute to rock music's best known Texan boogie band, are back to "tear the house down!!" Complete with Real Beards!" Saturday 17 October - Doors open 7pm

The Elvis Years

Stamford Corn Exchange

Celebrate Elvis’ 80th birthday year with this outstanding concert production of the west end musical Jailhouse Rock. Thursday 22 October - 8pm

Caddy Cooper

Mama Liz's Bar, Stamford

Acoustic Blues, Country and Folk singer songwriter, Caddy Cooper is a travelling soul. Saturday 24 October - 9pm to 11.30pm

101 Proof Thursday 26 to Sunday 29 November

Burghley House Christmas Fair Burghley House, Stamford

The Christmas Fair will offer a unique opportunity to find perfect gifts in the beautiful Elizabethan surrounding of the Chestnut Courtyard and Brewhouse. Wander amongst the stands and choose from exciting new products and indulge yourself, your family and friends with stunning fashions, accessories, luxurious soaps and skincare. Free entry and free parking. For further information please contact the Rural Crafts Association on 01428 684494.

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Iron Horse Ranch, Market Deeping

Back by popular demand the Iron Horse Ranch House welcome 101 Proof back to their stage. Covering everything from Blues, Rock and Americana.

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