Tadcaster Echo - February/March 2023

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Hampden House A luxury Care Home

Hampden House is a purpose built care home located in the Duchy Estate of the elegant town of Harrogate in North Yorkshire. A home from home for discerning guests who appreciate comfort, quality and exceptional care.

One of a select group of care homes operated by Elizabeth Finn Homes, Hampden House offers personal and nursing care on a permanent or short stay basis, as well as end of life care.

The ensuite rooms have views over attractive landscaped gardens, offering a haven of tranquillity and beauty. From award winning restaurant style dining to industry-leading social engagement, Hampden House provides the highest level of service and facilities.

Providing ‘exceptional care for the individual’ is at the centre of our ethos, where quality of life is as important as quality of care.

Why not come and see for yourself?

If you would like to book an appointment please contact: Jane Hooren, our General Manager, Call: 01423 209049 or email: enquiries.hampdenhouse@efhl.co.uk

Celebrating everything good in Tadcaster and surrounding areas

INTRODUCTION

Hello and welcome to your February/ March edition of Tadcaster Echo.

January is now over, and for many it can be a hard month. However, February is here, the month of love, and those lighter nights are just around the corner.

We have plenty of offers from local businesses in our area as well as a selection of feel-good stories from the community. This month, we have put together a good guide to help our readers with the cost of

living, sharing some top tips from our local council and quick fixes we can do to save energy. We also talk to Martin House which is currently organising its annual Glitter Ball which returns in May.

As always, if you would like your business to be featured in the magazine or have a story, please get in touch with a member of our fantastic team who will be happy to help. Enjoy and see you in April!

meet the staff

Distribution Assistants: Jamie Walton, Justin Newton, Kai Hardy and Mitchell Brewins

kim dowson sales executive

LISA WARRENER EDITOR

RACHAEL LIDDLE DISTRIBUTION MANAGER

Daniella dennis sales manager ellie atack FEATURES/COPYWRITER

Sparkle at Martin House’s Glitter Ball this spring

The black-tie ball, sponsored by Haribo, takes place on Friday 5 May, from 7pm at Rudding Park Hotel in Harrogate, and will be hosted by Nick Hancock, from Your Harrogate Radio.

Martin House has been providing free familyled care and support for babies, children and young people with life-limiting conditions for 35 years (life-limiting means the child or young person is not expected to live beyond young adulthood).

Every year, the hospice supports over 425 children and young people, and their families, plus more than 150 bereaved families across West, North and East Yorkshire, at its hospice, in hospitals and in families’ own homes.

The hospice, based in Boston Spa, has nine

bedrooms in Martin House, and six in Whitby Lodge, which cares for teenagers and young people. Its services include respite stays, symptom control, emergency care, community care and end-of-life care.

Beckie Wynne, Director of Income Generation, said: “We’re delighted the Martin House Glitter Ball is returning to the gorgeous Rudding Park this year, and we can’t wait to welcome our guests back for a night of fine dining and entertainment”.

The most glamorous night of the year is back as Martin House Children’s Hospice’s Glitter Ball returns this May

The event includes an elegant champagne reception, three-course dinner, live and online auctions with top prizes on offer, raffles, games, live music and dancing.

Beckie continues: “The Glitter Ball is our biggest single fundraising event of the year – last year the ball raised £175,000 for the hospice, and we hope this year’s event will be even more successful.

“The free specialist care we give to families is needed now more than ever. By joining us at

the Glitter Ball, not only are you guaranteed a fantastic, glamorous night out, but you are also helping us to keep caring for families when they need us most”.

All the money raised will go towards supporting Martin House.

Tickets are on sale now and cost £120 each, with tables of up to 12 people available. Find out more and book your tickets at www.martinhouse.org.uk/GlitterBall.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Warren Ingleson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

‘Our watchwords are Quality,

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford. Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles.

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’ So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

small, call Warren on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

Garolla garage doors are expertly made to measure in our own UK factories, they’re strong and solidly built. The electric Garolla door rolls up vertically, taking up only 8 inches inside your garage, maximising valuable space. Our expert local installers will fit your new door and they’ll take away the old one too, so there’s no mess. Give

Help for households

North Yorkshire Council

The North Yorkshire Local Assistance Fund

This provides emergency financial support to those unable to meet essential living costs, such as energy bills or food. NYLAF can also make awards in kind, such as supplying basic necessities or household goods such as a fridge.

Warm & Well North Yorkshire

Warm & Well in North Yorkshire raises awareness of the impact of cold homes on our health and wellbeing, offers practical solutions to reduce fuel poverty, and supports people and communities to stay warm and well in their homes. People can also apply for hardship funding, or get help with minor repairs to make their homes warmer under this scheme.

Selby Community Fridge

A simple solution to wasting less and saving more. Providing free fresh food for all, they’re open Mondays 12-5pm, Wednesdays 3-6pm and Fridays 12-5pm at Community House on Portholme Road. Anone can donate, collect or exchange surplus perishable food. They aim to reduce food waste

and provide a space where all locals can share food, support, skills and recipes.

Cost-of-living payments

The government has announced when further cost of living payments will be made between spring 2023 and spring 2024. These payments are:

• Up to £900 for people on an eligible low income benefit

• £300 for pensioner households

• £150 for people on an eligible disability benefit

Further guidance will be published when more

As the cost-of-living crisis is still at the forefront of everyone’s minds, Tadcaster Echo wants our readers to know there is help out there and has put together some of the initiatives in our local area and some easy tips that you may benefit from

details have been announced, including the qualifying dates.

If you’re eligible, you’ll be paid automatically in the same way you usually get your benefit or tax credits.

Quick and easy no-cost actions

Here are some quick actions that you can take immediately to help reduce the amount of energy you use and hopefully see you saving money.

• Turning your combi boiler flow temperature down to 60°C could save you up to £100 a year

• Turning down radiators in rooms you aren’t using

or use less could save you up to £70 a year

• Turning appliances off at the socket could save you up to £70 a year

• Washing clothes at a lower temperature could save you up to £40 a year

• Using your tumble dryer less could save you £70 a year

• Closing all your curtains and blinds at night

• Track your energy usage using an app

For more information, please visit https:// helpforhouseholds.campaign.gov.uk/energysaving-advice/#no-cost-actions

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What did one plate say to the other?

Dinner is on me!

We all love a fun fact of the day, here are some you might not know:-

1. Most people fall asleep in seven minutes.

2. Did you know you use 200 different muscles in the body to walk?!

3. Did you know the Eiffel Tower grows taller every summer and shrinks back in winter?!

4. Number four is the only one with the same amount of letters!

5. Weird but true – The opposite sides of the dice always add up to seven!!

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We are dedicating this space to photos taken by children. Who knows, they may be fledging photographers in the making.

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HOROSCOPES

Aquarius

(20th Jan-18th Feb)

If you are finding it hard to switch off from work, seek help from your work colleagues and lean on the right people to support you.

Pisces

(19th Feb-20th March)

Begin to see people for who they really are, you may think you know someone, however, they are about to stab you in the back.

Aries

(21st March-19th April)

A huge, dramatic change is about to happen in your life in the upcoming weeks. You will need to remain calm and not rush into a big decision.

Taurus

(20th April-20th May)

A memory from the past will begin to keep you awake at night. However, don’t panic, revisiting the past can sometimes give you the closure you need.

Gemini

(21st May-20th June)

You have not connected with your family much this past month, set aside some time to visit them and check on their health and wellbeing.

Cancer

(21st June- 22nd July)

Your friendships are going to begin to change a little, not to worry, it’s just time to reflect on who the true ones are.

Leo

(23rd July-22nd Aug)

Simply keep on doing what you are doing. You have recently made some changes to your lifestyle and they are really paying off.

Virgo

(23rd Aug-22nd Sept)

You are doing a great job at focussing on your health and wellbeing, keep up the good work, it’s certainly starting to show.

Libra

(23rd Sept-22nd Oct)

You are smashing work at the moment and the hard work is not going unrecognised! Keep it up and a promotion is on its way.

Scorpio

(23rd Oct-21st Nov)

You need to be together as a family right now and be there for one another, remember blood is thicker than water.

Sagittarius

(22nd Nov-21st Dec)

You aren’t in the mood for company or to listen to gossip. You have too many important things on your mind.

Capricorn

(22nd Dec-19th Jan)

You recently made a life-changing decision which in the long run is going to hugely improve your life, be patient and persevere.