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Issue 22 Aire Valley September - October 2010

8 PAGE WEDDING SPECIAL PULL OUT INSIDE

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Planning a wedding? We have a superb eight page pullout for you to keep, featuring some of the best local specialists in the area with products, services and advice to help make sure your perfect day is just that, and memorable for all the right reasons.

Holidays are now over and the children are back to school, so now you can start to think about getting all of those home improvements done and new furniture purchased in time for ...Christmas! Yes it’s not so far away and most people like to have their home looking gorgeous with family and friends visiting throughout the festive season. Well we have some great ideas and home improvement specialists in this edition of Here & Now to help you make all of the correct decisions and purchases, using local businesses that all come highly recommended can avoid costly mistakes.

Wondering what to do with the kids in their spare time, are you in need of some ‘me time’, need to improve your health or been looking for that perfect pair of shoes or boots for winter?

Fancy winning a lovely, relaxing spa break?

We have it all in this edition.

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Many people believe that in the current economic climate, it would be foolish to start a business, however it can be the perfect time as everything you need to set yourself up can be acquired at great prices, with many suppliers offering never before seen deals. If you are ready to take the plunge you will probably have considered a website as an essential part of your marketing strategy – if so make sure you read page 30! That’s all I will say

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After many years of the must have perm where curls were a part of everyday life, the perm all but disappeared along with the curls.

This mainly being due to three reasons, the inflexibly of permed hair, the condition, the constant perm after perm had on your hair which has made it become lifeless, brittle and dry, and of coarse fashion, so out went the perm.

Then 10 years ago the straighteners became a huge seller and almost over night you saw flat, sleek looking hair everywhere. However once again this came at a cost to the condition of your hair, even with iron oil, protector sprays and such like products the constant flattening and straightening made the hair lifeless, brittle and dry, and in many cases caused breakage.

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The ‘rollers’ are Velcro designed for putting into the hair with ease with no pins needed to hold into place. But the amazing thing with them is that once activated they are cool to touch slowly releasing the heat stored giving you time to place into your hair still keeping your fingers intact.

Once you have all the required rollers in just leave for 15-20 mins then take out, dress out with hair spray and your’e ready to go with luscious, full bodied bouncy curls giving your hair lift and movement, perfect for your occasion, whether its the Cheryl Cole look, long or bob length it is all achievable.

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Perfect Shave

Ever since prehistoric man first scraped a seashell across his cheek so prehistoric woman would let him dance cheek-to-cheek, shaving has been a part of the male experience. But even with today’s high-tech razors, lots of men still get nicks, cuts, and razor burn. The latest trend in male grooming promises a better shave by going back to the old school.

Q: What is the perfect shave?

A: The perfect shave is what all men strive for every morning when they bring their razor up their chin – an effortless shave that’s baby smooth, and without any of the usual skin irritation, redness, and that burning sensation most guys seem to feel is par for the course when it comes to shaving.

Q: What is “wet shaving” and how is it different from the way most men shave today?

A: Wet shave is just what the term implies – keeping your face wet with plenty of hot water before, and during the entire shave. In fact, you should always shave after a hot shower, not before (if you need to shave without taking a shower, washing your face with hot water for a few minutes will suffice). With a layer of hot water between your skin and the lather, the blade skims the surface instead of dragging on it, which is the main cause of irritation, redness, and “shave bumps”.

The hot water opens the pores of your skin and relaxes your facial muscles, and it softens your whiskers for more effective cutting. The key to proper wet shaving is keeping your face as wet as possible at all times during the shave. Even if you keep your current tools and routine, you’ll marvel at how much closer and more comfortable shaving can be when you keep your face hydrated at all times with lots of hot (not scalding) water.

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Q: What are the basic tools you need for wet shaving?

A: A good brush – and the best brushes are made of badger hair which absorbs hot water and then, after you dip the tip of the brush into your tub (yes, not a can, but a tub) the brush releases and mixes the hot water with the shaving cream as you skim the brush back and forth across your face and neck in and up-down motion. A shaving brush also gently exfoliates, or removes the dead skin from your face before shaving, which gets rid of anything coming between the blade and your whiskers. Finally, the up-down brushing lifts your whiskers and suspends them standing upright in the thick lather, which exposes the maximum whisker length to your blade as it skims along your face.

The next tool you need for wet shaving is a razor. And by razor, I mean whatever high-quality, non-disposable razor you feel most comfortable with.

Once you’ve got a shaving brush, a razor, and some quality shaving cream, you’ll need a sink full of hot (not scalding) water.

Remove your brush from the water, hold it upside down until water stops pouring out of it, and then you’re ready to apply the cream.

If you’ve got a tub of shaving cream, swirl the wet tips of your brush around in a circular motion on the surface of the cream until you get a small amount of visible white lather.

After your first few shaves, you’ll begin to get a feel for how much is just right.

Now you want to paint your face up and down, up and down all over the areas of your face and neck you’ll be shaving.

You want to shave downward on your face and neck, with the direction your whiskers grow. At least for the first pass, if you want a closer

shave, wet your face again, lather up and shave very lightly upward, against the grain.

Once you’re done shaving, rinse your face with cold water to close the pores, thoroughly rinse your shaving brush of lather and shake it dry, and store it on its handle, not lying down. This will let the bristles airdry without damaging them, so your brush will last 20 years or more.

Pat, not rub, your face dry with a clean towel, and finish up with a good nonalcohol-based aftershave or moisturiser.

Q: What about the good old-fashioned barber shop shave – do they still exist?

A: Yes! In fact, many real barbers still offer their customers a shave with the most revered and yes, feared, of all shaving tools: the almighty “cut throat”.

A barbershop shave starts with you lying back in a big leather barber chair while the barber wraps your face in hot towels to open up your pores and soften your whiskers. Then he lathers you up with a brush and cream, and masterfully guides the bare straight razor blade over your cheeks and chin so closely you can hear each whisker pop from across the room.

After he’s done shaving you, he’ll wrap your face in more hot towels and then finish you off with some after-shave treatment and maybe even a wake-up nudge – contrary to what you might think, getting a really good barbershop shave is so relaxing for many men that they often fall asleep even as the straight razor is gliding over their Adam’s apple.

Women looking for the perfect gift for the men in their life should look no further than a gift certificate for a barbershop shave.

Cosmetic & Beauty Treatments at The Yorkshire Clinic

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Do You Know Why They Are Different Yet? At Nuffield Health, Fitness and Wellbeing Centres, the aim continues to focus on improving your wellbeing for the long term by helping you to actively take control of your health.

The facilities at Nuffield Health at Cottingley Manor are second to none. Based in a beautiful listed building, set in stunning landscaped grounds with a lake that is home to ducks and geese, there is ample free parking within the grounds, a day nursery for members and non-members children, a members restaurant, fully equipped changing rooms (with lockers), a 25 metre swimming pool (swimming classes available), personal trainers, every type of activity class you can imagine from spinning to Pilates and Tai Chi! Plus a dedicated gym for females who are body conscious or new to exercise and don’t yet have the confidence to train in the main mixed sex gyms. Nuffield Health Physiotherapy clinic is also available to members and non-members.

Under the guidance of Helen

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Walker, general manager, her team of experts are making a major difference to their members wellbeing in fantastic innovative ways, making a difference through such initiatives as the MOT Health Assessment, a comprehensive 60 minute health evaluation with a qualified Wellbeing Advisor. The results of which are used to assess your current health status and to identify opportunities for you to improve your health, wellbeing and quality of life.

The MOT test has actually identified major health concerns in some people, all easily corrected by making usually minor changes to your lifestyle, however left unchecked issues such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, irregular heartbeats and high blood sugar levels could have resulted in major illness or worse.

Helen explained, “There is no point in trundling through a fitness programme without knowing where you are going or what you are trying to achieve. The MOT health assessment is a great place to start.”

This is just one of a number of reasons why Nuffield Health at Cottingley Manor is different, as included in your membership is also a monthly ‘Meet the Experts’ event,

where dedicated seminars are held to tackle everything from men’s health issues to general relaxation to immunisation. There is even a 3 month membership with a dedicated programme designed to manage diabetes! Is that reason enough?

For more information or to arrange a visit to Nuffield Health in Cottingley, Call 01274 565741.

Nuffield Health at Cottingley Manor Cottingley New Road, Cottingley West Yorkshire BD16 1TZ Join us at our Women’s Health Event Wednesday 22nd September • Learns more about Osteoporosis • Exercise for strong bones • Ask our Doctor any questions or concerns you may have Christmas Sale!

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Jessica gel nails, also known as GELeration, are an exciting, brand new, soft gel system which is easy to soak off and will preserve the natural nail underneath. With this new system you can experience wonderful manicure techniques with amazing long lasting colour.

Personally in the job I do my hands are constantly used and somewhat abused! On a daily basis I use a keyboard (my nails take a pounding most days), I constantly handle paper and cardboard (this dries out my hands and nails), and yet I am client facing which means my hands are always on show!

It has long been a frustration that I struggle to keep my nails a decent length and looking well cared for, so when I heard about Jessica GELeration I couldn’t wait to book myself in to see if the hype was justified.

The hype? Why GELeration?

GELeration is the latest gel nail system in a nail polish, which is painted on to the nails like a polish yet offers care and protection for the natural nail and lasts 2 to 3 weeks without you having to worry about how your nails look or if they will be damaged when the gel is taken off.

New technology, new technique. No trauma to the natural nail, extra strength and longevity. Glides on like polish, performs like gel, is instantly dry and completely fume free!

Your GELeration treatment begins with cuticle work, tiding of the nails, application of the gel and is finished with cuticle oil.

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stands out with extra-rich, luminous colours formulated in the most wonderful classic and fashion-aware shades. Special sealers and finishers are then used to dry and protect the manicure for up to three weeks. The result of all this attention? Growing, glowing, naturally beautiful nails with nothing artificial added. No tips or fills and no abrasive filing.

Two weeks on I can confirm that the hype is true! My nails look as good as they did the day they were done, they have grown and have been much admired. Thank you Bianca at The Relaxation Spa for once again coming up trumps with yet another cutting edge treatment that has truly made a difference to my confidence!

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ingley Show has always been extremely popular with people travelling from all over the region to attend and this years’ event was no different.

This was much to the relief of the organisers as with the extended closure of Ireland Bridge, it was thought that exhibitor numbers may be down, however the bridge re-opened just in time and with a fabulous day of weather; Bingley Show experienced another triumphant year!

New to the main ring was a crazy clown feature, which entertained the kids and adults alike. For older children the motorbike display team were back, a popular spectacle and the noise and thrills once again wowed the crowds; added to this the old favourites, the sheep dog display, falconry, heavy horses, and a riding for the disabled demonstration, plus many more attractions, made a great day out for all

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the family.

Titan the Robot was once again the main draw for children, and he also made an unexpected appearance at the Airedale Agricultural Society Lunch, which went down a storm with the dignitaries, Titans cheeky charm winning everyone over!

Personally our favourite attractions were the sheep shearing Australian with the dancing sheep, who also educated his audience as to the reasons why sheep are sheared – he brought out the child in everyone in a very clever and entertaining way.

There were also some marvellous old cars on show, each having been lovingly restored and kept in pristine condition by the owners. I absolutely loved the Bubble Car which brought back fond childhood memories of riding around in my elderly Auntie’s many years ago. I would love to get my hands on one now!

The prize bulls on show had to be seen to be believed, huge muscular beasts so ripped they would have given Arnold Schwarzenegger

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There was so much to do and see, it’s easy to understand the passion people have for Bingley Show, and that’s not just local people as many travel from far and wide for this excellent day.

Next year the show day has changed to a Saturday so watch out for details and make sure you purchase your tickets early to avoid queuing at the gates. You will also save on the ticket price by buying them in advance.

For all enquiries and forms please contact the Bingley show secretary: Airedale Agricultural Society Bingley Show 17 Victoria Mews, Cottingley Business Park, Bingley, West Yorkshire, BD16 1PY Tel/Fax: 01274 564400 Open: most Wednesdays 9.30 - 13.00 E-mail: secretary@bingleyshow.co.uk

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t a e r T l l A s k c i No Tr an cooks up the Yorkshire business wom

Yorkshire business woman and founder of Cookielicious, Jean Boyle has launched her latest range of devilish treats to celebrate Halloween.

The Bradford-based confection company creates edible art in the form of hand-made mini-masterpieces in unusual designs. The Halloween range includes ghosts, pumpkins, spider’s webs, bats and witches.

Jean launched the business from her kitchen table earlier this year and is already looking for larger premises.

“My Halloween cookies make great gifts and are an affordable alternative to the mass-market Halloween goods which swamp many stores at this time of year”, said Jean.

“This is my busiest time of year, with Halloween, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day and Easter all following in quick succession - I’m expecting to be glued to the oven for the next six months!” she added.

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So far, Jean’s order book has ranged from one off -personalised gifts such as cookie handbags and shoes to an order of 2000 hearted-shaped cookies for conference delegates. Jean is in talks with a number of the region’s leading retailers keen to stock her creative collection.

ultimate Halloween bite

The cookies are available at selected Yorkshire food retailers including The Balloon Tree in Helmsley, Fodder of Harrogate, Emsleys Farm Shop near Leeds and Beningborough Home Farm near York.

They can also be ordered at www.cookie-licious.co.uk

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Edwin Pounds and Sons Ltd

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dwin Pounds is probably the most well known funeral director in the area, based in Greengates, this true family run business was established in 1904 and their prime interest was farming, but they were also a coal merchants and carriage proprietors, hiring horse and carriages to local funeral directors. Then as most of the farmland was utilised for the creation of the Thorpe Edge estate, funeral directing became the primary function of the business.

Edwin had 11 children (8 sons and 3 daughters), the sons all worked in the family business and initially each brother had his own limousine, one of which was previously owned by Princess Margaret, one was used by Winston Churchill during his visit to Bradford and another was used in the filming of The Yellow Rolls Royce!

In 2004 Edwin Pounds celebrated its centenary, when Charles, the only surviving son of Edwin, still worked in the company at the age of 85. Sadly, Charles passed away in 2005, leaving his daughter Judith Broome and his grandson, Simon Broome to run the company.

Judith retired in 2007, leaving

Years On Simon to continue the prestigious family business. Simon has 2 young sons of his own whom he hopes will take a keen interest in the business when they are older, continuing the family business his grandfather would have been proud of.

At the beginning of 2008, Simon had plans drawn up for purpose built premises. The building work was carried out in 2 stages and the progress followed by all local residents.

Initially the rear of the building was demolished to create the garage, store room, mortuary and chapel, which can seat up to 40 people. This was followed by phase 2 which incorporated the entrance reception area, offices, 2 arrangements rooms and toilet facilities.

The improved design and modern facilities offer comforting and informal surroundings, while still providing a professional and high standard of care which their clients expect and for which Edwin Pounds and Sons Ltd. is renowned.

The build was completed in May and Edwin Pounds is now the only purpose-built independent funeral directors in the area. The legacy lives on.

Edwin Pounds and Sons Ltd Funeral Directors New Line Greengates Bradford BD10 9AS Tel: 01274 613155

Life & Leisure

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Enrolling Now! Brand New Classes for the Autumn at The May School of Dance and Theatre Arts in Crosshills!

Want to dance? Want to act? Want to perform?

The May School of Dance and Theatre Arts is so popular that following their summer break they are adding extra classes to their curriculum to accommodate the demand from children and adults alike.

There’s fabulous new classes such as Contemporary and The Glee Singing Group, which are certainly going to be popular, and there’s also additional classes for Tap, Jazz, Street Dance and Tiddly Tots which have had wait lists in the past, so no one need be disappointed in the future. Make sure you book quickly though just in case!

Tiddly Tots is a lovely way for parents and their children to dance have fun, meet new friends and bond. Classes are for toddlers from the age of 18 months to 3 years and are ideally suited to boys and girls. Using various exercises and ballet skills and props such as hoops and shaky toys to fun music, your little one will improve their coordination, rhythm, social and gross motor skills. Classes are only £3.75 per session which also includes refreshments for both toddlers and grown ups!

Outfits for all classes are now in stock!

All adult classes are great for fitness, fun and meeting new friends. First class FREE for all new pupils!

A fun way to develop your childs social skills and confidence.

First class FREE for all new pupils!

Adult Tap - Thursdays 8.30pm – 9.15pm.

Theatre Craft - From age 3 years.

Fridays 4.00pm – 4.45pm Saturdays 11.15am – 12 noon

Adult Jazz - Fridays 7.00pm – 7.45pm.

Performance - From age 3 to 5 years Fridays 3.45pm – 4.30pm First class FREE for all new pupils! Excluding Tiddly Tots.

Beginners Tap and Ballet - Wednesdays 4.00pm – 4.45pm.

Saturdays 9.45pm – 10.45pm.

Ballet and Tap from age 3 years to Advanced Standard!

Jazz for Kids - For children aged 5 and older.

Fridays 6.15pm – 7.00pm.

Saturdays 12.15pm – 1.00pm Tiddly Tots - At St. Peter’s Church in Crosshills.

Saturdays 9am to 9.45am. £3.75 per child (inc. Refreshments and parents participation).

It pays to enrol your children early and as soon as they can walk, they can take part in Tiddly Tots classes, parents also take part providing perfect fun and bonding time.

Drama - From age 6 to 10 years Fridays 4.30pm – 5.15pm From age 11 years and older Fridays 6.00pm – 7.00pm First class FREE for all new pupils!

Contemporary Dance brand new class! Thursdays 6.15pm – 7.00pm Glee Singing Group brand new class! All Ages Fridays 5.15pm – 6.00pm Street Dance - From ages 9 to 18 years

Childrens Themed Parties Fairies, Beach Dudes, Disco Divas, Cowboys and Indians, Superheroes, Pirates and Den Building for older boys.

Each child has a great time dressing up and taking part in good old fashioned party activities, enjoying proper party food! There is also a well stocked party bag for each child to take home and all for £9 per child!

Want to dance? Call today for more information on classes or themed parties available at The May School of Dance. Don’t put it off or you may be disappointed!

May School of Dance and Theatre Arts, 53 Main Street, Crosshills, Keighley

Tel: 01535 634433

Professional Tutoring Makes for a Happy New (School)Year

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ith the onset of a new school year many parents, children and schools will already be feeling pressure to get good results.

At a time when a lot of children are looking forward to the challenges presented in a new year group or even at a new school, there are many children out there who face the year with mounting trepidation. They may feel they have already fallen by the wayside because their confidence has taken a battering somewhere in the past. Perhaps in previous years they have missed out on a few vital steps in Maths or English, at a crucial time in their learning, and never really caught up. Other children however, may need more challenges than school can reasonably provide in a busy classroom environment.

Broken Resolutions

How many parents have noticed a change in their child’s attitude to learning over time and resolved to dig deeper but not got around to it? Then, before they know it, they find they are being told that their child is seriously underachieving at school. It is all too easy in today’s busy world to put off the decision to recruit help but, for some, action comes too late. Parents shocked by GCSE mock exams, for example, understandably feel guilty for not having acted earlier and reach for the phone in a state of panic. However, with a little forward planning, they could have saved themselves

and their children much worry.

them on a steady course to success.

The Secret to a Happy ‘New School Year’ No matter what your child’s learning goals are, the secret to success is to plan ahead and take nothing for granted. Free assessments are widely available through reputable private tuition services so parents have nothing to lose in obtaining an independent review of their child’s academic progress. Assessments are confidential and often highlight areas of difficulty that parents were previously unaware of.

Investing in the Future

A New Approach

In recent years, the traditional idea of a private tutor sitting at the kitchen table and battling with limited resources against the many distractions of the home (television, hi-fi, siblings, etc.) has been overtaken by the idea of purpose equipped education centres, often staffed with qualified teachers.

The best of them teach in small groups with individual learning plans based upon a child’s own specific needs.

Children like learning with other children around as long as the work set is engaging, fun and appropriate to their unique level of development. Children also need a caring environment that helps to build confidence and put

A rapidly increasing number of parents, grandparents and carers see this centre-based private tuition as an investment, not only in a child’s future, but their own too. A boy or girl who is independent, confident and successful is likely to present less of a financial and emotional burden in future years.

Education Centres in your Area

There are an increasing number of education centres delivering a high quality of private tuition after school and at weekends in the West Yorkshire area. Most provide free assessments and cater for a wide variety of ages and abilities. However, not all employ fully qualified staff so, to be sure of a happy ‘New School Year,’ ask before you make this life changing commitment.

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The courses extend far beyond just physical exercise, SOCATOTS aims to improve balance and co-ordination, further develop cognitive skills, enhance muscle and bone development, increase self confidence, and demonstrate the benefits of keeping fit through a number of learning exercises.

Research has shown that children who are physically active from a young age are more likely to have better concentration skills in the classroom, and this is the philosophy that underpins the SOCATOTS programme.

SOCATOTS is more than just a football programme. It is an innovative concept where children can learn and play through sport and at the same time strongly encourage parental involvement, resulting in the development of stronger bonds between parents and their children. It benefits the childs development physically, socially and emotionally The programme has received huge acclaim, to include having been voted the Best Football Activity at the What’s On 4 Little Ones Awards (UK) 2008.

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All SOCATOTS® equipment is specially designed for children to develop physical skills of agility, balance and co-ordination, from skittles, hoops and bean bags to specially designed footballs for small feet.

Kirsty Cook - Socatots Bradford and Keighley Email: Bradford@socatots.com Web: www.socatots.com/bradford Tel: 07872 040072 Gail Mason - Socatots Craven and Pendle Email: g.mason@socatots.com Web: www.socatots.org/cravenandpendle Tel: 07868 717520

FREE SESSION VOUCHER This Voucher Entitles You To A Free Session At Socatots Choose from Bradford/Keighley www.socatots.com/ bradford or Craven and Pendle www.socatots.org/ cravenandpendle This offer is only open to children not already attending Socatots

Eight Page Souvenir

Wedding Feature The Beauty Specialist in Crosshills for Perfect Wedding Beauty Your wedding day is the one day when you want to look and feel absolutely amazing, you want everyone to look at you and think, “What a beautiful bride!”

It’s not always easy to find somewhere able to provide the broad range of treatments necessary to prepare you for such an important day; however we have found the perfect salon for you. The Beauty Specialist at Crosshills is perfectly named, owner Louisa Vendettuoli and her team of experts offer the following Wedding Packages providing the full top to toe range of treatments you will require to make you ‘the perfect bride’.

A qualified and experienced therapist is waiting to answer any questions you may have regarding the comprehensive range of treatments available. Individual treatments and holiday packages in fact any requirement is expertly taken care of at The Beauty Specialist. Call today to find out more.

Wedding Package 3 (For the Day) Wedding Package 1 (Relaxation) Body Wrap - includingexfoliation Back, Neck, Shoulder and Scalp massage Facial Deramlogica Skin Pack Dermalogica Body Pack Makeup £125.00 Wedding Package 2 (For the Day) Makeup Trial Makeup Wax Works – 1/2 leg, under arm, bikini and eyebrows Manicure - French Pedicure - French St. Tropez Tan Trial Tan £100.00

2 x Mini Facials French Manicure French Pedicure Deramlogica Skin Pack Eyebrows £98.00 Honeymoon St. Tropez Tan Wax Works – 1/2 leg, under arm, bikini and eyebrows French Manicure French Pedicure £90.00 Extras Gel or Minx Toes £20 extra on any package price Gel, Acrylic Tips or Sculpted Fingers £20 extra on anypackage St. Tropez Tan £15 extra on any package.

Makeup at venue – please ask for details.

The Beauty Specialist, 4 Main Street, Crosshills, BD20 8TB. Tel: 01535 634779.

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Three wedding specialists have joined together to provide the perfect, seamless service for all of your floral, photography, video, gown, bridesmaids and mother of the bride wedding outfits, helping to take much of the stress out of your special day.

Yorkshire Brides Award Winners, Best Bridal Retailer 2007 and 2009, and Best Customer Service Awards 2007 and 2008 are just some of the accolades for the most prestigious bridal couture house in the area - and well deserved they are too. Ava Rose Hamilton Bridal Couture, in Silsden, provides expertise in service with attention to every last detail and has the most exquisite selection of designer gowns you will find anywhere.

Owner, Paula Chappell, has been in the wedding industry for over 20 years, and had a superb reputation for designing and making beautiful gowns even before opening Ava Rose Hamilton - a world of beauty and excitement with a fabulous choice of gowns and accessories to suit every pocket.

Following the success of Ava Rose Hamilton Bridal Wear, Paula opened Ava Rose Hamilton Occasion Wear in early April 2009. Here every mother of the bride or groom, in fact anyone who wants to make an unforgettable impact at a wedding, high profile event, prom, and even a cruise formal evening, will be catered for from head to toe.

Bouquets of Saltaire is essential for those weddings and unique occasions when you simply must make a style statement!

Combining experience in floristry and weddings means Bouquets not only saves you time by dealing with just one supplier, but gives the added advantage of ensuring everything is fully co-ordinated for you.

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the cost of paying for one!

Bouquets can help you with everything from flowers for the bridal party, church and venue, to stationery and chair covers, favours, balloons, table decor and gifts. Bouquets even has the luxury of a private lounge area where you can meet in comfort and privacy, receiving a bespoke one-to-one service. Renowned for matching the highest aspirations and making utterly jaw-dropping impressions with its flowers and wedding services, it has to be Bouquets.

Fruition are award winning photographers for the discerning couple. “We have worked with Ava Rose Hamilton and Bouquets on numerous weddings and always created a fantastic end result for the bride and groom. It seemed a natural thing to do and join forces to create the ultimate wedding package for each wedding couple�, says Jonathan Grice, founder of Fruition.

Each wedding is unique which is why Fruition delivers a bespoke, personal service to every couple. A choice of creative solutions,

bouquets for the catwalk. Ava Rose Hamilton will be wowing brides with their gorgeous dresses from such designers as Ian Stuart and Jenny Packham, expertly presented by their very own beautiful models, and Fruition will be filming the event and exhibiting their amazing talents through a large screen showing of the show and photographic displays.

The event will also be raising money for the Make A Wish Appeal. MakeA-Wish grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting life-threatening illnesses. For a chance to attend this prestigious event please call Emma at Ava Rose Hamilton on 01535 653331.

Book the services of all three specialists and receive £150 worth of accessories from Ava Rose Hamilton, a pre-wedding photo shoot from Fruition and two thank you bouquets from Bouquets.

Fruition also offers professional video packages which can be combined with your photography to create the ultimate wedding reportage. Your wedding day is one of the most spectacular days of your life so it’s important that your photographs re-live every moment.

As part of your chosen wedding package, you are invited to take part in a relaxed studio photo shoot in our spacious shoot ahead of your big day. This will enable you both to get to know your photographer and feel comfortable in front of the camera when your wedding day arrives. Many couples choose to have their favourite studio image mounted on a stylish board which wedding guests can then sign with their good wishes on the day.

After the excitement and emotion of your wedding and honeymoon has calmed down, join us at our studio where we will take you on a journey through your special day with a private viewing of your photographs and or footage. Here, you can select your favourite images which can be transformed into beautiful pieces that will let you re-live your wedding day for a lifetime.”

Together with the Cavendish Pavilion, part of the Devonshire Hotels group at Bolton Abbey, the alliance are hosting an exclusive catwalk show on 3rd October to showcase their exceptional talents and services. Bouquets of Saltaire will be decorating the venue with stunning floral displays, both inside and out, and providing the models with fabulous

Bouquets of Saltaire 28 Bingley Road Saltaire BD18 4RS Tel: 01274 594079 Web: www.bouquetsofsaltaire.co.uk

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Fruition Spring Mill, Main Street, Wilsden BD15 0DX Tel: 01535 271718 Web: www.thisisfruition.com Email: info@thisisfruition.com

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WEDDING TIPS AND CHECK LIST! When arranging a wedding try to allow yourselves enough time to organise the day you both wish for, then work through this checklist to make sure you have covered the important items. Arranging a wedding can be a time consuming task, but before you start to work through your wedding checklist you must decide together the type of wedding you would like – for example, a formal church wedding or an informal civil ceremony.

The Budget Decide at the outset who will be paying for what. It will save a lot of heartache later on if you get this step right!! As a large part of your cost will depend on how many people will be attending the ceremony, it is a good idea to draw up a preliminary list at an early stage to give you some idea of numbers.

Booking the Ceremony Book the church / civil ceremony as soon as you agree on a date. Arrange to meet either the church minister or the registrar so that arrangements can be made and the ‘notice to marry’ can be issued.

Church Weddings: discuss the order of service with the minister including the style of service, music to be

played, bell ringing, choirs etc. Also find out whether photos may be taken in the church and if confetti is acceptable in the church grounds afterwards.

For a Civil Ceremony: you will need to see the local registrar who will not only inform you of the legal formalities but, as an expert in arranging a wedding, will advise on the number of guests that can be accommodated at the ceremony, especially if held in a Registry Office. They will also inform you if photographs / confetti are acceptable.

Insurance If the unthinkable happened and your big day had to be cancelled or postponed, everything would go on hold - except the bills. Could you really afford to pay for your wedding arrangements twice? Suppliers will request deposits the moment you make your booking - how much would you lose if something unforeseen happened today?

Therefore we strongly recommend that you take out a Wedding Insurance package. For a small sum you can insure your arrangements against any cancellation or change and continue arranging your wedding with confidence.

Reception Venue Look around and visit possible reception venues to see what each one offers for the money. Before you visit, write down a list of questions you would like answering. Don’t make a decision on the spot; ask for a written quote and consider all the

options together at home. Most civil wedding and reception venues will have their own planner who will be an expert in arranging venues and will be able to offer you plenty of advice

Flowers This is an important item on your wedding checklist. Plan to visit various florists, preferably on a quiet day of the week, and ask their advice on colours and types of bouquets to match the wedding outfits. You may also like the florist to provide church flowers and flowers for the reception in the same colour scheme.

Buttonholes are usually provided for the principal men of the wedding party. Sprays are worn by the two mothers. You will still need to order several weeks in advance, especially if you are choosing out of season flowers.

Music What music would you like to walk down the aisle to, what hymns do you want? Do you have any favourites?

Photographer/Video You may know someone who has recently married who can give you a recommendation. Otherwise contact local photographers and ask to see examples of their work and prices.

You will need to agree before the ceremony any specific photographs you require taking. If you require photographs inside the church

/ ceremony venue you will need permission.

Invitations and Stationery Decide on who you would like to be the best man, bridesmaids and ushers.

Order your Wedding Stationery. Send out invitations to guests along with a wedding gift list, and directions to the church and reception, at least six weeks before the wedding date.

It is also a good idea to include details of local accommodation and perhaps the phone number or email of the local tourist information centre.

Why not consider having a personal wedding website to keep your guests informed of your wedding plans.

Outfits Groom’s outfit: - in most cases this is hired. Be sure this is done well in advance. The best man and ushers

also may wish to hire outfits.

For bridesmaids: try to choose a colour that will not only complement the bride’s dress, but will look good on each of them.

Wedding Dress Try on as many styles as you can, and try ivory as an alternative to white as it may suit your complexion better.

This is a large expense so consider hiring. With outfits for the bride and bridesmaids ask how near to the wedding day you can leave it before ordering to allow for losing / gaining weight.

The Cake Visit local bakeries and cake specialists to get styles and quotes. Most bakeries have photographs of the cakes they provide. Don’t forget to ask if stands are provided.

and choose small presents for your attendants.

Many couples find it easier to choose one or two large national department stores for their guests to select wedding gift items from.

Transport Arrange your wedding transport, either by hiring transport or by using reliable cars from family / guests.

Honeymoon And Finally: If you are going abroad on a honeymoon remember a change of name will take time to administer.

Choose your destination wisely and book through a reputable travel agent for complete peace of mind.

Plan and prepare well in advance and allow our specialists to assist you to ensure the perfect wedding day!

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Working on an appointment only, one to one basis enables The Wedding Ring Shop to translate your personal requirements and vision into reality. A personal consultation ensures that every customer receives a completely individual service to create a beautiful, personal bespoke piece.

Diamond Rings McSorley’s help each client to choose the perfect diamond ring by first showing them some of their unique designs, and then discussing what special requirements and ideas they have may have. They then guide each customer through the quality of the diamond they choose in detail to ensure full satisfaction.

Wedding Rings The perfect ring for them is then created in their choice of platinum, palladium 18ct yellow or white gold. As well as designing the finest quality engagement rings and wedding bands, at The Wedding Ring Shop there is also a fine selection of diamond eternity rings.

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We visited The Chevin Country Park Hotel and Spa for an overnight stay and to recharge our batteries on Friday 30th July after a fraught week. We left the office early to take advantage of walking in the woodland grounds and then to treat ourselves to a spa treatment before enjoying dinner in the restaurant.

We stayed in one of the lodges in the grounds - highly recommended as it’s the most peaceful, natural setting and, if the weather is good, you have a private undercover decking area outside the front door where you can enjoy a few drinks. We loved it and immediately felt relaxed by the country setting.

Our treatments were booked for 4pm to give us time to get ready for dinner at 8pm without rushing, and it’s a short walk from the log cabins to the main hotel, restaurant and spa. If you prefer, there are lovely rooms within the hotel which were also recently refurbished - visit their website www. crerarhotels.com to see this wonderful retreat in detail.

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After a good night’s sleep and a hearty full English breakfast we had another walk around the woodlands before heading into Otley for a bit of retail therapy and then home in 30 minutes! Perfect.

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After leaving school Luke has worked many years in the joinery trade both here and abroad.

He has served his apprenticeship and achieved NVQ 2 and NVQ 3 in joinery and through working for some of the leading companies he has become an experienced and skilled joiner.

Luke has now decided he would like to put his passion and entrepreneurial skills to use and start his own joinery and carpentry business called Waterhouse Joinery.

Luke contact Bradford Kickstart for help and support and through working with Mike Whitehouse., Bradford Kickstarts Enterprise Coach, he has been able to help develop his idea from the initial stages of planning through to beginning to start up his business.

Luke says “ the help and one to one support Mike gave me has helped me a lot. When I have needed anything - he has been there for me and helped signpost me to other fantastic support organisations like the Princes Trust, who have helped me write my business plan and access funding. I couldn’t have done it with him. I couldn’t recommend Kickstart coaching enough.

Luke is now looking for the local businesses and residents who require any work to be undertaken, no matter how small or large, to get in touch with him.

If you need : • New kitchen • Doors • Partitioning • Decking • Mouldings • Joisting • Flooring • Pipe boxings • Fencing • Roofing Please contact Luke on Tel : 07825 048322 or email lukewaterhouse@yahoo.co.uk Quote “Kickstart” for a 10% discount Mike works for Inspired Neighbourhoods and is Enterprise Coach for the area. If you too want to follow your ideas and want help and support to start your own business, then please contact Mike on 07824 876600 Inspired Neighbourhoods, Karmand Community Centre, Barkerend Road, Bradford BD3 9EP Tel: 01274 665598

• Employment support • Enterprise coaching • Support Networks The Inspired Neighbourhoods vision is for an inclusive, just and prosperous district for all residents and businesses in Bradford East.

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A superb, cost effective and more decorative alternative to tiles, decorative cladding was extremely popular in Newcastle and seeing that not many people sell this product in the Leeds/ Bradford area, Damian saw a gap in the market.

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“Our panels provide a decorative and functional finish to walls and ceilings in any room. They are however ideally suited to bathrooms and kitchens with many advantages over ceramic tiles.

They are much quicker to fit, there’s no need for grout, and they offer improved insulation and will not support bacteria or mould growth!” Explains Damian Campbell, owner of Yorkshire Cladding Centre Ltd in Bradford.

Damian, originally from Bingley, moved away in 2002 to Newcastle after being made redundant from the Bradford & Bingley. He worked for his cousin selling internal upvc cladding in Newcastle until May this year.

After marrying his wife, Amanda in 2007, they decided to move back to Bingley in May this year as they missed family and friends, and this was the perfect opportunity to set up Yorkshire Cladding

“The cladding is easy to install, even the most basic DIY enthusiasts can fit it. I carry a large range of colours and styles along with assorted finishing trims and adhesives. My showrooms have been specifically designed for people to look at what’s available and how fantastic a finished room looks.

As well as bathrooms and kitchens our panels are also suitable for use in shower rooms or shower cubicles and once completed provides any room with the ‘wow’ factor!”

Produced from extruded PVC with a paint and lacquer finish to the front face, the panels simply fix together in a similar way to tongue and groove timber cladding. Panels can be fixed directly to existing sound surfaces, including tiles, using a variety of building adhesives, or can be fixed mechanically (nailed, screwed or stapled) to timber battens on uneven surfaces.

A visit to Damian at Yorkshire Cladding Centre is a must to see just how fabulous your rooms can look, you will also be pleased at the price!

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There’s nothing like a bit of sunshine to make a show just a little bit special. Good cars, good friends and a healthy dose of sunshine all combined to make 2010’s VW Festival at Harewood House probably the best one yet. Rumours are abound that next year’s show will feature camping from Friday evening (the standard UK show format). Nothing is confirmed yet but it would make for a fantastic weekend away. Here are just few photos that i took while at the VW Festival.

Here i experienced a festival atmosphere and was able to see thousands of Volkswagens of all ages on display for one of our livliest motoring events! The VW Festival takes place annually at Harewood with grafitti workshops, show and shine events and much much more.

There was a lot of fancy dress on show at the festival. That adds to the atmosphere of the festival and majority of people that were there had fancy dress on. Some of the main ones i can remember are Chewie, Storm Troopers, a troop of Smurfs, Umpa Lumpas, even spotted a few Where’s Wallys.

You dont have to own a Volkswagen car or van to be able to visit the festival. It is open to the public just make sure you purchase a ticket before the day. You can either go Saturday and camp overnight with the main shows on Sunday or you can just purchase a ticket for the Sunday show.

VW Action can be a weekend camped amongst like-minded enthusiasts, sitting, chilling, and meeting new friends, or a fully involved, participative fun fest!

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