Discovering Whittlesea issue 240, Juy l2024 by Discovering Magazines

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Roasted Chicken WITH MINTED BROAD BEANS & FETA CHEESE

Ingredients

4 skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon

1 garlic clove, crushed

1 large sprig of fresh mint, plus handful small leaves

750g broad beans

2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil

200g feta cheese

Broad beans are in season now and so versatile! This simple recipe pairs them with family favourite roast chicken and salty feta cheese.

Method

1 Slash each breast in a couple of places, then place in a dish with the olive oil, half the lemon zest and juice, and the garlic. Season well and leave to marinate for 10-15 minutes.

2 Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan180°C/gas 6. Bring a pan of water to the boil, add the mint sprig and blanch the broad beans for 2-3 minutes until tender. Drain, discard the mint and refresh under cold water, then drain again. You can slip each broad bean from its outer shell, if you like. Whisk the rest of the lemon zest and juice with the extra-virgin olive oil, season and drizzle over the beans. Crumble in the feta and stir it through, along with the mint leaves. Set aside.

3 Heat a frying pan over a high heat and brown the chicken breasts until both sides are golden, then transfer to a roasting tin and roast for 5-10 minutes, or until cooked. Serve immediately, sliced in half, with the minted broad beans and feta.

MATTERS COMMUNITY

WHITTLESEY FESTIVAL COMMITTEE LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE

The Whittlesey Festival committee has launched its new website for the festival in preparation for this year’s event on Sunday, September 8th.

Carl Flippance, owner of Whittlesea Independent Funeral Services and committee member who co-ordinated the project, said: “We were keen to launch the website in good time so that we can keep everyone posted with updates and information on activities and entertainment in the run-up to the festival which can be found at www.whittleseyfestival.co.uk”

The festival will offer music and dance of all genres so there will be something for everyone on the Market Square, St Mary’s Church and the churchyard green, some of which are mentioned here. This includes newcomers to the festival the Louisiana Rhythm Kings who perform jazz of the 1920s and 30s, capturing the exciting sounds of New Orleans, Chicago and New York, with a repertoire spanning from Louis Armstrong to Acker Bilk.

Also new to the festival is Don Saunders, a.k.a. King Don (pictured) who is a self-taught pannist (steelpan/drum solo artist) with more than thirty years’ experience performing at events nationwide. His music is appreciated and enjoyed by all groups of people across all ages. Highland bands will combine from three counties this year bringing you the magnificent sound of the Whittlesey Festival Pipes and Drums, together with performances from the Michelle Murray School of Highland Dancing. There’ll be lots of stalls and attractions, including more than 160 classic vehicles on display along the streets surrounding the town centre.

There is still time to purchase your tickets for the Festival Fundraising Coffee Morning on Saturday, July 6th 10am-1pm at Childers in Station Road. As

We bring you items of interest for your home and community. If there is something you’d like us to cover or you have something to say please get in touch at: Discovering Whittlesea, PO Box 164, Bourne PE10 1ET Email: editor.whittlesea@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

well as enjoying tea, coffee and cake there will be fabulous music entertainment by Dale Diamond and a special performance by young people from The Vault Performing Arts Academy, as well as fantastic raffle prizes to be won. Tickets are £5 each (under twelves get in free with an adult) and are available by contacting Averil on 07307 903903 or Jenny on 07436 269616 or from Parkers newsagents in Market Street. All proceeds go towards funding and subsidising activities for the festival.

BY-ELECTIONS TO BE HELD ON DAY OF GENERAL ELECTION

A town and district councillor has stepped down from Fenland District Council and Whittlesey Town Council, triggering two by-elections on the same day as the UK Parliamentary General Election on Thursday, July 4th.

Due to the resignation of Cllr Kay Mayor, there are vacancies on the Whittlesey South ward of Fenland District Council and the St Andrew’s ward of Whittlesey Town Council. Anyone wanting to vote will need to show photo ID at a polling station. To find out which ID you can use in the polling station, visit the Voter ID webpage at elections@fenland.gov.uk

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MATTERS COMMUNITY

PETER & THOMAS CELEBRATE JOINT HONOUR

Peter Easterbrook and Thomas Cox are the proud recipients of the Whittlesey Town Council Young Citizens of the Year award.

This was awarded jointly as both continue to support the local scouts group they are part of as well as representing Whittlesey at the World Scout Jamboree in South Korea.

Past Mayor Kay Mayor presented the award at the Inhams Road Scout Headquarters.

Photo: courtesy Robert Windle/ RWT Photography

MAGIC TIME HAD AT THE FALCON

It was a magical time at the Falcon Hotel where president of the Peterborough Society of Magicians Robert Windle performed for some residents who were there to enjoy a lunch which was sponsored by St Andrew’s Church. Anybody interested in magic should check out the club’s website www.psmagicians.org.uk or its Facebook page.

Photo: courtesy RWT Photography

Email: editor.whittlesea@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

WHITTLESEY WI DATE

Whittlesey WI hold its next monthly gathering at St Andrew's Hall, Parkinson's Lane on Tuesday, July 2nd with a 7.30pm start.

The topic is ‘Bring a Photo’ and tell a story about it. Any ladies wishing to attend would be made most welcome.

LADYSMITH WI HELPS CLEAN UP TOWN CENTRE

Whittlesey Ladysmith Women's Institute took part in a litter pick in Whittlesey town centre on Friday, June 7th, organised by Sandra Green, WI secretary, as part of the Nationwide Big Help Out, and ten bags of rubbish were collected. Thanks go to Peter Davies for the loan of Whittlesey Street Pride equipment.

The group meets on the second Tuesday of the month. For information contact Liz on 07982 854872 or email liz.ladysmith1@outlook.com

WARTIME MEMORIES

After a week of commemorating the courageous men and women on the front lines of war, it was interesting and enlightening for Coates WI members to hear Chris Carr speak about the rationing that affected everyone’s daily life during the Second World War.

The next meeting is on Wednesday July 3rd at Coates Village Hall at 7.30pm when the speaker will be Sue Jakeman talking about Peggy Spencer.

D-DAY DUO RAISE £2000

Local fundraisers Tracey McIntosh and Pippa Roddham raised more than £2000 when they took part in a charity walk in Normandy for Combat Stress on the 80th anniversary of the June 6th D-Day landings. Around one hundred people took part in the event raising more than £160,000.

MATT SKELHON TRIUMPHS AGAIN

Whittlesey Rifle Club (WRC) is celebrating after its president and three-time Paralympic medallist Matt Skelhon took gold at the WSPS European Championships on June 5th.

The event was staged in Granada, Spain, where Matt shot his way to glory in the R6 – Mixed 50m Rifle Prone SH1 competition.

WRC Chairman, Andy Surtees, said: “We have messaged Matt our congratulations on yet another impressive victory against a top-class field. He is a real champion and an inspiration for all of us at the club, especially our younger members. Matt is a great ambassador for the sport, showing what can be achieved through dedication, training and hard work.”

Photo: courtesy Matt Skelhon

ROTARY CLUB OF WHITTLESEY OFFERS TO HELP LOCAL BUSINESSES

The Rotary Club of Whittlesey, which has been serving the town since 1954, supporting local and international charities, celebrated its seventieth birthday on May 19th at a lunch hosted by the president Paul Cornell, which showcased its proud history.

Local companies have always been strong supporters of its charity work and the club recognises the need to support, develop and grow resilient, confident, future leaders.

With this in mind, on its platinum anniversary, the club is offering to part-fund some places on the CPD certified Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA), which is aimed at nurturing potential leaders in the 18-26 years age range. This is a golden opportunity for local businesses to double their impact with the Rotary Club of Whittlesey covering half the cost for the first participant from two of the companies to apply.

The renowned seven-day residential course runs in August. For more details companies can contact the Rotary Club of Whittlesey by emailing whittleseyrotary@gmail.com, or visit www.facebook.com/whittleseyrotary

Photo: Pictured left to right: Rotarian Dal Roy, Whittlesey Rotary Club President Paul Cornell, and Whittlesey Mayor Kay Mayor

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Do Your Research

When Enlisting a Tradesperson

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By Eileen Le Voi at Safe Local Trades

Consumers generally do not ask to see verification of tradesmen, nor do they ask to see their insurance or relevant qualifications. Many cases have come to our attention since our launch sixteen years ago, with one recent case of an elderly gentleman who enlisted the services of a tradesman on the recommendation of a neighbour serving as a warning!

The work seemed to have been carried out satisfactorily, and the customer paid the bill – despite not receiving an invoice from the tradesman or a receipt for payment. A few weeks passed when the customer noted issues with the work but was told that the tradesman would not accept responsibility, leaving them with shoddy work and the prospect of finding a new tradesman to rectify the situation.

This is where Peterborough-based Safe Local Trades can offer genuine peace of mind.

By ensuring that all members on our register undergo a stringent vetting process, abide by a Service Charter, and are monitored on an on-going basis, we offer reassurance that the traders on Safe Local Trades are reputable and trustworthy. Spaces on our register are limited, allowing us to carefully select members, all of whom are confident in being vetted and monitored; this deters traders who know that their work is substandard, or their service is poor.

The following checks have been carried out on all our members:

• Interviewed in person

• DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) checked

• Proper identification (e.g., driver’s licence)

• Proof of membership to any Trade Association

• Proof of qualifications (where applicable)

• Proof of statutory qualifications required by law (e.g., Gas Safe Registered, Part P, etc)

• Certificate of Public Liability Insurance and Employers Insurance if applicable

• Certificate of Incorporation for Limited Companies and credit checked

• UTR (Unique Tax Reference) verification for Sole Traders to ensure HMRC registered

• Certificate of VAT registration document (if applicable)

• References taken from up to five previous customers

• Sign and agree to abide by the standards set out in our Service Charter

Keeping it local; to find your next tried, tested and ‘safe’ tradesperson, visit www.safelocaltrades.com or call us on 01733 530019.

MATTERS COMMUNITY

BIG GROWTH FOR SMALL FRY

Whittlesey Small Fry Youth Fishing Club continues to grow, with regular monthly fishing on Saturday mornings. The next session is on July 27th on the Bower River behind the Manor Field cricket field, from 10am-1pm. Equipment can be provided. The club is very grateful to Jacqueline Smith from the Conifers Guest House in Whittlesey for a generous £100 donation to the club funds. The club also wishes to thank Jacko's Pet Shop in High Causeway also for its support. For more details, check out the Facebook page, Whittlesey Small Fry Youth Fishing Club.

Photos: courtesy Robert Windle/RWT Photography

VOLUNTEERS PRESERVE MEMORY OF HISTORIC VILLAGE LANDMARK

Volunteers in Benwick have completed yet another community project in the village, with the unveiling of a miniature replica of St Mary’s Church – nearly forty years after the landmark’s demolition.

The church, originally built in 1854, held significant historical value until its unfortunate demolition in 1985 due to ground stability issues.

Determined to preserve the memory of the beloved landmark, Benwick in Bloom/Street Pride group took up the challenge of recreating the church in meticulous detail.

The group engaged the expertise of skilled craftsman Harry Jackson, a former apprentice at Metalcraft, Chatteris, to produce a steel replica of the church, paying homage to the original structure’s design.

The replica now stands proudly on top of the St Mary’s Church memorial, which was erected in the churchyard in 1988 and features the original brass plaque from the church stating when it was built.

MATTERS COMMUNITY

RESIDENTS TOLD NOT TO BIN BATTERIES

Fenland District Council is warning residents about the dangers of binning batteries and electrical items after a fire broke out in the back of a bin lorry in March.

Crews were collecting bins in the Elliott Road area when they noticed smoke coming from the back of the lorry.

Cambridgeshire Fire and Rescue Service responded quickly and assisted with extinguishing the four tonnes of materials once safely tipped and fortunately no-one was hurt in the incident. The fire service believes the fire was caused by a lithium-ion battery that had been put in a bin. Lithium-ion batteries are in a lot of everyday items, like mobile phones, toothbrushes, toys, laptops, e-bikes and e-scooters and their use has increased as e-cigarettes and vapes have become more popular.

These batteries can get crushed or damaged in bin lorries, releasing flammable electrolytes which can lead to explosions and trigger rapidly spreading fires.

Cllr Peter Murphy, Fenland District Council’s portfolio holder for refuse and cleansing, parks and open spaces, said: “Our very simple plea to

residents is not to put any battery, electrical item or vape into any household waste bin, or indeed any waste bin. We have seen how easily they can cause a fire and put the safety of our crews at risk. Please make sure you recycle your batteries responsibly and never put them in the bin.”

Nationally, battery fires in bin lorries and waste sites are an increasing problem, with research published from Material Focus revealing there had been more than 1200 such fires across the UK in the last year – an increase of 71 percent from 700 in 2022. Batteries, of all kinds, whether loose or hidden in electricals – should never be placed in your waste or recycling bins at home.

For more information on recycling batteries and electricals, visit: www.recycleyourelectricals.org.uk

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You know those small jobs that builders are not interested in doing because they don’t make a mint or those niggly little jobs that never get done because you may not have either the skills, tools or time.

1. Make a list of those

Garden

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2. Phone Trev on 07504 205 007

3. A short while later...jobs sorted.

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Cut out and keep

•Lawns cut

•Small tree surgery

• Fencing – repaired replaced or installed

•Panelling, feather board and palisade

•Gates repaired, replaced or installed

•Decking installed and maintained

•Patios laid, cleaned and re-sanded

Other stuff

• Replacement of light fittings, switches and power sockets to existing position.

•Sheds repaired and roofs re-felted

•Water Butts installed

•Gutters cleared.

Plumbing

•Leaking taps and pipes...sorted

• Washing machines, dish washers and taps installed

• Sinks, toilets and bathrooms fitted

• Laminate and wood flooring fitted

• Painting and decorating

• Dry walling

• Tiling of walls and floors & tiles replaced

• Unfinished DIY projects you just have not got the time to do.

Why not let me have a look at it?

• Pictures and mirrors hung

Carpentry

•Waste pipes unblocked.

•Get those wobbly shelves sorted

• Doors fitted/hung/adjusted to fit/work properly.

• Locks and door furniture fitted

• Kitchen & bedroom units repaired, adjusted and fitted.

• Flat pack furniture. Do you find it frustrating? Always got bits left over? Cant find that Allen key! Let me assemble and install where required

• Blinds,curtain rails and poles fitted

• Lofts/attics insulated and boarded & loft ladders installed.

Are you interested in volunteering?

If so, come along to one of our Volunteer Cambs’ coffee mornings to find out about the many opportunities available across Fenland.

Simply turn up for a coffee and a chat, and a chance to meet one of the ‘Spotlight Organisations’ and learn about the opportunities available to you.

Meetings

Wisbech: Third Thursday of the month, 10am – 12pm at Trinity Methodist Church Cafe

Whittlesey: Third Friday of the month, 10am – 12pm at Whittlesey Library

March: Third Wednesday of the month, 10am – 12pm at March Library starting 17th July

Chatteris: Third Monday of the month, 10am – 12pm at Chatteris Library starting 16th Sept

Are you a voluntary organisation looking for volunteers?

If so, we would love to hear from you. We are holding regular organisation meetings in all four Fenland market towns to help you with recruitment, and an opportunity for you to share your successes and challenges with other local organisations.

To complement the above, we are arranging Volunteer Fairs in the area. Our first one is in Wisbech on 30th August, at Wisbech Tesco, between 10am and 3pm – we would love to see you there.

Do pop in to say hello!

For further details please contact Rima Simkute: rima@cambridgecvs.org.uk 07709 741 962 or Sarah Hall: sarah@cambridgecvs.org.uk 07871 281 565

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Pop along to our friendly group to chat about volunteering in your local community!

We are meeting every month in March, Wisbech, Whittlesey and Chatteris. 10:00am - 12:00pm.

Refreshments provided.

For more information

Call: 07709741962

Email: rima@cambridgecvs.org.uk

We look forward to welcoming you!

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COATES FETE: A FANTASTIC SUCCESS

The fourth Coates Fete on the Green proved to be a great success as the community were able to visit stalls, enjoy a Tug of War, listen to music, check out Classic vehicles and much more.

Photos: courtesy Robert & Julie Windle/RWT Photography

Create ‘Kerb Appeal’ and Add Value to Your Home

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Resin driveways are a long-lasting and easy-tomaintain option to transform the front of your home. An eco-friendly alternative, thanks to the non-toxic materials used, and available in a range of colours, a resin driveway is naturally draining, meaning no more puddles from heavy rainfall. They are highly resistant to rust, oil, corrosion, salt, and cracking, and are also the safest option, being resistant to abrasion, slipping, indentation and ignition.

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Whether you are looking for something subtle or eye-catching, Lincolnshire Resin Drives Ltd are confident you will find a driveway, path or patio that fits your requirements and complements your home. Their prices are very competitive, and their service is friendly, professional, with high quality, experienced installers.

To discuss your requirements or for a free quote, please call 01406 308201 and check out their gallery at www.lincolnshireresindrivesltd.co.uk for examples of their work.

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As the warm weather of summer beckons, it's time to shed our winter boots and slip into sandals and flip-flops. But before you expose your feet to the world, it's important to give them some extra TLC. Proper foot care during summer can help prevent discomfort, pain, and potential foot problems. Here are some podiatry tips to share for keeping your feet in top shape this season.

Hydration is key: Staying hydrated is not only vital for your overall health but also for your feet. Dehydration can lead to dry, cracked skin. Remember to drink plenty of water to maintain adequate moisture levels.

Nail care: Trim your toenails rounded at the end to prevent ingrown nails. Avoid cutting them too short as it may increase the risk of infection. Regularly inspect your nails for discoloration or thickening, which may indicate a fungal infection.

Sunscreen for feet: Apply sunscreen generously to your feet, especially the tops and sides. Don't forget to protect the delicate skin on your feet from harmful UV rays to prevent sunburn and reduce the risk of skin cancer.

Moisturise daily: Keep your feet moisturised to prevent dryness and cracking. Choose a goodquality foot cream and apply it after showering or before bedtime. Focus on areas prone to dryness, such as heels and soles.

Proper footwear: Choose open-toe shoes that provide adequate support and cushioning. Look for styles with arch support and avoid

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flat, unsupportive flip-flops. Remember to wear breathable socks with closed shoes to prevent excessive sweating and fungal infections. Preventing fungal infections: To minimise the risk of fungal infections or verrucae, avoid walking barefoot in public areas like pools, gyms, and communal showers. Wear flip-flops or water shoes in changing rooms to protect your feet from potential infections.

Foot hygiene: Wash your feet daily with warm water and mild soap. Pay special attention to the spaces between your toes, where moisture can accumulate, leading to bacterial or fungal infections. Remember to dry your feet thoroughly, especially between the toes.

Regular exercise: Keep your feet active and healthy through regular exercise. Walking, jogging, or performing simple foot stretches can strengthen muscles, improve circulation, and reduce the likelihood of foot pain and injuries.

Remember to seek professional care if you experience persistent foot pain, swelling, or any concerning symptoms; don't hesitate to consult a podiatrist. Our team of podiatrists can provide a proper diagnosis, recommend suitable treatment, and offer expert advice personalised to your needs. By following these summer foot care tips, you can enjoy the season to the fullest while keeping your feet healthy and happy. Embrace the warmth, stay active, and step out confidently with feet that are ready to take on any adventure!

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Finding Peace and Connection MEDITATION GROUPS

Finding moments of peace and tranquillity can be a challenge; many people turn to meditation as a way to calm the mind, reduce stress, and cultivate inner peace. While meditation can certainly be practised alone, joining a meditation group can enhance the experience and offer numerous benefits.

A meditation group is a gathering of like-minded individuals who come together to practise meditation in a supportive and communal setting. These groups can take many forms, from organised classes and workshops to informal meet-ups and online communities. Regardless of the structure, meditation groups provide a space for people to connect, learn, and grow on their spiritual journey.

One of the primary advantages of joining a meditation group is the opportunity for shared experiences. By meditating with others, you can tap into a collective energy and find solace in the knowledge that you are not alone on your path. The group setting creates a sense of unity and camaraderie, fostering a supportive environment where you can open up and share your challenges, insights, and successes.

In addition to the sense of community, meditation groups also offer guidance and learning opportunities. Many groups are led by experienced meditation teachers or facilitators who can provide instruction, answer questions, and offer guidance on various meditation techniques. This guidance can be particularly beneficial for beginners who may be unsure of where to start or how to deepen their practice.

Furthermore, meditation groups often incorporate other practices and activities that complement meditation. The groups I run incorporate energy therapies, and sound and reiki healing; each month has a different theme on related subjects such as mindfulness, stress reduction, or self-care.

These additional activities provide a well-rounded experience and help you explore different aspects of your spiritual journey.

Another significant advantage of meditation groups is the accountability they provide. When meditating alone, it can be easy to get distracted or skip sessions altogether. However, when you are part of a group, there is a sense of commitment and accountability to show up and participate. This accountability helps you stay consistent with your practice and reap the full benefits of meditation.

Meditation groups also offer a safe and nonjudgmental space for self-discovery and personal growth. By meditating in a group, you can delve deeper into your own thoughts, emotions, and patterns of behaviour. The group dynamic allows for reflection and introspection, creating opportunities for self-awareness and personal transformation. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced meditator, finding a meditation group can provide the support and community needed to cultivate inner peace and personal growth. So, take a step towards finding peace and connection by joining one of my meditation groups.

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MATTERS COMMUNITY

WHITTLESEY COMMEMORATES 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF D-DAY

Whittlesey commemorated the 80th Anniversary of D-Day with a service conducted by Minister Roger Brown and priest-in-charge, Emily Davis at the Whittlesey War Memorial.

More than one hundred people attended the event which was broadcast live on Fenland Youth Radio. Afterwards, Willow Court hosted a special tribute to the fallen, and staff decorated the communal area in conjunction with the Whittlesey Royal British Legion with piper, Kathryn Johnstone playing appropriate music.

Photos: courtesy Robert & Julie Windle/RWT Photography

We will be running obituaries in the magazine so you can honour the life of a cherished family

If you would like to honour a special person in your life then please supply 100 words including their name, age, occupation, family and funeral details and a short tribute, plus a head and shoulders image, and we will feature it in the magazine for just £29 an insert.

For more details, contact Paula Kirtland on 07903 776211 or email: marketing.discoveringmagazines@gmail.com

By Lin Stanton, Debt Centre Manager for Fenland Christians Against Poverty (CAP)

FIVE WAYS TO SAVE on your weekly food shop

It’s hard to believe how much all of our shopping bills have gone up in the last couple of years. As food prices remain high, now is a great time to look at ways to try and keep costs down where we can.

Create a food shop budget

With food costs constantly changing, it’s easy to spend a lot more than you’d like on your weekly shop.

Set a budget limit and do your best to stick within it. Try cheaper alternatives to reduce your costs and avoid putting extra items into your shopping trolley just because they’re on offer.

Be aware of yellow labels

Big yellow labels in supermarkets can make us think we’re getting a real bargain, but are they really good deals or just colourful stickers to tempt us to buy stuff we don’t really need?

Yellow label items can be a bargain, but sometimes you can still get the same product

cheaper elsewhere or buy a different size of the same product for less. It’s worth taking a minute or two to double check.

Check the cost per amount

Which sized product is the best to buy? If you look at the less obvious black and white labels, you’ll often see a price per weight breakdown. This is super helpful to check as buying in bulk might mean you get more for your money.

Check the ‘best before’ date

There’s no point buying food that you won’t have time to eat before it goes out of date. Check the best before dates, plan your meals in advance, and don’t buy things that you

regularly waste in order to save money and reduce food waste.

Try budget recipes

There are plenty of free resources online to help you learn new meals that you can cook on a budget. To find tasty budget recipes and sign up to a free local life skills course run by a church near you, visit capuk.org/lifeskills and take your money saving knowledge to the next level.

Christians Against Poverty (CAP) is a UK charity working with more than 800 affiliated churches to deliver debt help, budgeting guidance, support to find work, life skills education and more. Visit capuk.org to find out more.

The Bible tells us that every person who comes to Christ has been created in Him for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them. We have a journey of faith that is set before us! But where will the journey take us? What will it require of us? What will it achieve?

We need each other

Everyone’s journey is different because each of us has a different calling and gifting. The apostle Paul writes that together, we are the body of Christ, that we are members of it individually, and that God has set each one in the body for a specific purpose. We need each other to complete our journey of faith!

Weak in ourselves, but strong in God

First of all, we do not need to be superheroes from the outset, although we will be in God’s sight if we complete the journey! Earlier in the same letter, Paul writes that there are not many chosen that are wise in the ﬂesh, not many are strong, nor many that are born into nobility. Rather, God chooses the weak things to put to shame the strong.

The strong rely on their strength, the rich in their riches, but we rely on what God is doing through us and in us.

Ephesians 2:10 (NKJV)

For we are His workmanship, created in Christ Jesus for good works, which God prepared beforehand that we should walk in them.

Where will the journey take us?

Jesus said about the work of God, that we need to learn to believe in Jesus. He is our Saviour, the one that created us and knows us perfectly. We have to learn to be persuaded of, put our conﬁdence in, rely upon and trust in Him. We have to learn to see evidence in the spiritual realm, not in circumstances and feelings of natural life. What demands will be made? Firstly we have to be responsive. The work of God is a calling, and invitation which we need to respond to rather than keep putting oﬀ. Second, we need to overcome; and to overcome, we need something to overcome! We actually need an obstruction, a trial of faith in our journey. Sometimes we might waver, but we have to learn to hold fast to our positive confession of faith.

What will the journey achieve?

We need to go through the testing of our faith because the testing has the power to change us for the better. It produces patience, and patience has the ability to make us perfect and complete, lacking nothing. Jesus is the Aplha and the Omega, and will certainly complete what He has started in us.

You are most welcome to visit us on Sunday mornings at 10:45am in Broad Street.

We would love to welcome you into our church!

LOCAL CLUBS & GROUPS

Whittlesey Amateur Boxing Club River Drove, Beggars Bridge, Coates PE7 2DH. Contact Mark Hurst: 07377 941011 or email: markhurst@hotmail.co.uk

Whittlesey Lions Club

Meets second Monday of month at 7.30pm at The Falcon Hotel, 1 London Street, Whittlesey PE7 1BH. New members welcome.

Contact Steve Palmer, 18 Glenfields, Whittlesey PE7 1HX, 01733 351405, whittlesey.lions@btinternet.com www.whittleseylions.org.uk or find us on Facebook.

March & District Model Railway Club

Meets on Wednesdays, 7.30-10pm at St Mary’s Church Hall, Wisbech Road, Westry, March PE15 0BA. Visit www.mdmrc.net for further information or email: manddmrc@gmail.com

Whittlesey Manor Dolphins: Swim England Affiliated Club

Meets Mondays (term time) 6.30-8.30pm depending on ability. At Whittlesey Swimming Pool. Free Trial – to book contact manordolphins@gmail.com

Whittlesey Indoor Bowls Club

194-198 Station Road, PE7 2HA. Open all year round. For more information visit www.whittleseyIbc.co.uk, or call 01733 202209 or email whittleseybowlsclub@yahoo.co.uk

Painting Group

Meets every Tuesday in Eastrea Village Hall between 1pm and 4pm. Been established for 8 years. Please contact Sue on 01733 205241 for more details.

Whittlesey Ladysmith WI

Meets on the second Tuesday of the month, at 7.30pm, at St Andrew's Parish Hall. For more information, please contact Liz Phillips 07982 854872 or find us on Facebook.

Whittlesey Patchwork Group

Meets every Monday 1-3.30pm in the Bowling Club at Manor Leisure. Sociable sewing, knitting, and crochet over tea and cake!

Find out more from Rita: 01733 204271 or 07875 269145.

The Green Party

Meets on the second Tuesday of each month at The Rookswood Club, 27 West End, March at 7.15pm and on Zoom quarterly. For more details, find us on us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/FenlandNECAMBSGreens

To advertise your club or group please call Sallyanne for more information on 07737 026594 or email sal@discoveringmagazines.co.uk

Gary’s Cleaning Services offers a wide range of cleaning solutions to its customers.

Established for twenty-two years, the company can give a new lease of life to property providing domestic and commercial services which saves you money in the long run.

The services include gutter cleaning and now is an optimum time to have them cleaned to prevent them being blocked for the next season.

Do you have a patio or decking which has come out the long winter looking a bit tired and grubby? Gary and his team can pressure wash to breathe new life into your existing patio or driveway. The company offers a premium window cleaning service and

conservatory roof cleaning to fit in with your busy schedule. And the team can also clean solar panels, allowing them to work at their best, so make the most of the summer sun.

Contact Gary for a quote on 07769 533858. See Facebook for more details.

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REPAIR

Our onsite workshop offers a fully comprehensive repair service for your caravan or motorhome.

SERVICING

From a minor service to a full comprehensive check, our experienced engineers will give you peace of mind for your journeys ahead.

SALES

Looking to buy? We have a range of used caravans that may suit your requirements.

INSURANCE

We are a fully, insuranceapproved repair centre for all major UK insurers and manufacturers.

ACCESSORIES

We’ve got everything for your camping needs in our friendly, onsite shop.

SPARES

Looking for a spare part? Why not get in touch? With our contacts in the industry, we may be able to order spares in for you.