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Your indispensable guide to what’s going on where you live N E Lincs stages Disability Games As part of the celebrations surrounding the arrival of the Olympic torch in this area NE Lincs Council are staging the North East Lincolnshire Disability Games. Spread over four days the events will include a grand opening ceremony (Thursday May 31 from 10am - 3pm at Meridian Park, Cleethorpes), an aquatics event at Immingham pool (Tuesday June 12), a Pleasure Island Fun Day (Wednesday June 13 or 20 depending on the weather) and an athletics event at King George V Stadium (Monday July 9 from 10am - 2pm). For further information or to book places contact Lucy Johnson on 01472
The Moonfruit Collective A new publishing venture for the local area
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is a brand new publishing and arts collective set up initially by Sime Naylor and Tim Michael as a vehicle through which to promote their children’s book, Earthwood, a woodland story with a sound ecological message. The collective has expanded to include Sue Naylor and Josie-Anne Gray as members. Sime Naylor and Josie-Anne Gray have both recently published volumes of poetry under the Moonfruit umbrella. Sime’s book, Feeling the Earth, Touching the Sky is a collection of poems that celebrates a year of walking in the Wolds. In it Sime explores his appreciation of nature and the seasons. Josie-Anne’s collection, The Poplars, is more of a dreamscape that examines the relationship between the conscious and unconscious mind. Both collections along with Earthwood are available to purchase in the Grimsby branch of Waterstone’s and from www.amazon.co.uk The members of the Moonfruit Collective are currently working to create a programme of
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workshops and activities to take into schools. The purpose of these will be to enrich early years learning and the Key Stage One curriculum. Some preliminary work that has already been done in schools has been well received. The members of the collective are keen to help bring imagination and creativity into the classroom and to support teachers who recognise the value of such work but do not always have the time to pursue it because of various constraints. The Moonfruit Collective have been a feature at recent events such as The Culture House’s Fabulous Fair at St James’ Church on March 10th where they had an arts and crafts stall. Sue Naylor makes highly individual craft items using reclaimed and recycled fabrics and other materials. Sime Naylor is also an artist and sells original oil paintings and prints. The Moonfruit books as well as original cartoon prints by Tim Michael also prove popular and a talking point for people looking at the stall. Over the coming months the members of Moonfruit hope to bring their work to a wider audience. A website is in development but for now, for further information the collective can be contacted via Facebook where both Josie-Anne Gray and Sue Naylor have pages. Alternatively, contact Josie-Anne via email at jogray2@ntlworld. com or via her website www.josieannegray.co.uk
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the church was saved by the enthusiasm of local people it has gone from strength to strength and now there’s always something going on at this busy venue. So you don’t miss out here’s a list of what’s on offer from April 16th Mondays - 5-7pm - Kids Club, Ages 5-10 years Tuesdays - 6.30 - 8pm Youth Club. This is a structured youth club (not a drop in) Ages 11 years up Wednesday - 6pm Brownies Age 6-10 years Wednesday 7pm - Community Auction. No children under 10 years please, small admission charge Fridays 6.30 - 8pm Youth drop in facility. Ages 11 years up Alternate Fridays, Lite Lunches aimed at the over 50’s 12.30pm onwards Sunday 10.30am - Bacon Butty Church. All ages welcome Sunday 6pm Informal worship followed by prayers and Bible Study for all. All ages.
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can sometimes seem like there’s precious little intelligent life on our little planet. So where can you go to find some? Well thanks to the good people at SETI (the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence project based at Harvard and Berkeley) you can start looking into outer space for it. The new website www.setilive.org offers thew opportunity for web users to monitor live images of radio frequencies from deep space and search for patterns which might indicate life on other planets. Of course there are computers scanning the images as well but the scientists hope that there may be patterns which the human eye can spot better than even the fastest computer.
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you know you can make Council Tax savings if someone who lives in your home is disabled and the property has been specially adapted to meet their needs? It need not involve a purpose built room - modifications to an existing room will count and qualifying adaptations include widened doorways for wheelchair access, the addition of a second bathroom or the adaptation of a room to suit the requirements of treatments such as dialysis or therapy. For information contact the council on 01472 323840 or call into one of their customer access points in Grimsby, Cleethorpes or Immingham.
you sometimes wish you’d followed up on that dream you had to be a circus clown or wonder why you never mastered juggling and stilt walking properly? Well the Earthbound Misfits, the local circus and street theatre performance and tuition group have created a community project that can help! Misfits Community Circus is a weekly club aimed at adults who wish to come and learn, practice, skill share and perform circus, street theatre and vaudeville style arts and they want to hear from you whether you’re an absolute beginner, a hobbyist or even a professional. They meet every Tuesday 8pm to 9.30pm £2 on the door at St Hugh’s Community Centre, Haycroft Street, Grimsby. For more info contact mark@ earthboundmisfits.co.uk No need to bring any special equipment although would be lion tamers should provide their own lions. The Misfits stated goal is to propel North East Lincs to the very centre of the circus world and they will be performing all over the country throughout the summer in their many guises which include The Smelly Peasants, The Scarecrows and The Red Marrows Unicycle Display Team. So if you see them, say hello and have a juggle. Remember that ‘what goes up must come down’. The question is who will it land on?
A Good Yarn of Cambridge St Cleethorpes have announced their workshop programme for the coming year - dates are as follows Saturday 19th May
Songwriting workshops hit all the right notes at the Cartergate Social Club
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be songwriters in the local area are always welcome at the songwriting workshop evenings organised by Helen Bennett and Ian Maver at the Cartergate Social Club (formerly the British Legion). Helen, a music teacher and keyboardist, and Ian perform as a duo under the soubriquet Helian Keys and have many years of experience as performers and writers. The sessions are held once a month on a Monday evening the next event will be on April 23 at 8pm and everyone is welcome whatever their skill or experience - all that is needed is an interest in songs and music and a willingness to give it a go. The sessions are very informal so nobody need feel shy or embarrassed. Some people bring a guitar and Helen’s keyboard is available to those who need it but many people bring no instruments and even then singing is not compulsory. There’s no fee although non members may make a donation of a couple of pounds if they wish to do so. So if you feel you’ve got the music in you why not pop down and give it a go?
Thursday 1st November
Design Your Own Blanket with Debbie Abrahams
Saturday 1st December
Christmas Felting Workshop with Heike Gittens
Beaded Knitting with Sarah Hatton
Saturday 16th June
Continental Knitting with Heike Gittins
Saturday 7th July
Knitting Lace with Sara Thornett
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Professional Finishing Techniques with Sara Thornett
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Moebius Knitting with Heike Gittins
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Kid Silk Haze with Sara Thornett
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Professional Finishing Techniques with Sara Thornett
Workshops cost £40 for the full day - many include full materials - a £20 deposit will be taken at time of booking. Places go very quickly - to avoid disappointment call 01472 508707 and book early or visit their website www.agoodyarn.co.uk Take a look at their advert on page 28 for more details.
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Well it’s been a long time coming but it looks as though most of the best time of the year, and if you need to shift a couple of inches it may finally be time to put your winter clothes back in so you can squeeze into that new swimsuit you’ve got hiding away upstairs, the cupboard and start preparing your summer wardrobe well we’ve got some suggestions for that too. So what are you waiting for? because believe it or not summer is definitely on its way! Of Grab your bucket and spade and let’s spring into Summer! course we all have different ideas about what makes a perfect summer but whether you’re Good news for hay fever sufferers from the Met Office the laying on the beach doing nothing but Hay fever makes life a misery for millions of Britons so it’s good to know soaking up sun kind, or the gotta stay busy that from March 2012 onwards the Met Office daily pollen forecast will doing stuff all day kind, whether you’re a gardener or a cook or just like strutting be available from their website - www.metoffice.gov.uk These are the your stuff wearing as little as possible, we most accurate forecasts available - combining pollen monitoring data from all love those sunny days and long summer across the country with the Met Office’s expertise predicting the weather. evenings. Whatever you’ve got planned for The website also features two other useful resources for those to whom the next few months we have put together the sun is less than friendly; the UV index which is essential reading for a few ideas for things to do, good things those prone to burning and the Heat Health Watch which runs from June to eat, summer projects for the house and to September and monitors temperatures which may become dangerous. garden to make sure that you can make the
Fantastic Festivals
What could be better than soaking up a few rays, chugging a glass of your favourite tipple, sharing some good food with friends and listening to great music? If that sounds good to you then the chances are you’re a fan of summer music festivals. The history of music festivals goes back a long way - to the Pythian games of Ancient Greece at least and encompasses all kinds of music. The Promenade concerts began in 1895 and are still drawing classical music lovers in their thousands every year, but for most of us summer music festivals are about rock and pop music. The first rock and pop festival was the Fantasy Fair and Magic Mountain Festival at Mt Tamalpais,
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California in June 1967. A week later the Monterey Pop festival was held for the first time the rest as they say is history. In the UK the always popular Glastonbury Festival began (as the P i l t o n Festival) in 1970 and nowadays draws an audience around the 140,000 mark. Pretty big, but way short of the million or so who attend the annual Summerfest in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA. Fortunately we don’t have to travel that far to hear great summer music in this area - there’s a fine line up of music events on our own doorsteps. Kicking things of this year is the local urban music scene with GYPO Fest at McCormack’s
Bar on April 28. The Folk and Cider Festival steams into the Cleethorpes Light Railway on t h e 25-27 May featuring music by Joe Solo, Starvin Sid and Dick Appleton, Morris dancing and more types of cider than you can shake a bladder on a stick at. Next up are some of the biggest names in blues rocking Pleasure Island to its foundations at the Blues Festival on June 24th. Among those lined up to play are the legendary Connie Lush, Wishbone Ash featuring Martin Turner and Robin Trower who first rose to fame as guitarist and vocalist with Procul Harum. From June 29 - July 1 it’s the turn of jazz to take centre stage as the ever popular Jazz festival takes place at the Memorial Hall featuring pianist Stan Tracey and the Tim Kliphuis/Paulus Schäfer Gypsy Jazz Quartet among many others. All in all a summer of music to really look forward to. We’ll see you there!
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Folk & Cider Festival 2012 At the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway the festival goes from strength to strength
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Artists who have played at the festival in previous years are keen to make a return visit and say that they thoroughly enjoy the event. Two favourite acts from 2010, barnstorming protest singer Joe Solo and inventive guitarist and songwriter Paul Liddell look set to be festival highlights again this year. The festival opens Paul Liddell at the 2011 festival The Grimsby Morris Men are an integral element on Friday 25th May at 7.00 of the festival and will be dancing throughout the pm with sets from Rob Bywater weekend along with other Morris troupes from of Grimsby’s The Finest Hour, further afield. The Morris Men add a traditional Scarborough’s Joe Solo and edge to the festival and provide a nostalgic Merlin’s Keep who will be link back to the days when Cleethorpes had its featuring material from their of Merlin’s latest album High On A Hill. excellent Folk Festival at The Winter Gardens. There has always been a close relationship The full musical programme is between folk music and Morris dancing and it is available to view on the CCLR website where a positive feature of the festival that it celebrates you can also read further information about each that traditional relationship. of the artists. The festival is made possible because of the support and generosity of Chris Shaw and his team at the Light Railway. Funding support also comes from NE Lincs Council via the Festival and Events Fund and from private sponsorship. One of the most significant features of the festival is that it is free to attend and this is due to the funding and support given to it. There are few events of this nature remaining around the country and so we are fortunate in our region to have the opportunity to experience this unique and exciting festival. Nimming Ned
2012 sees the return of the popular Folk and Cider Festival at the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway and Signal Box Inn. Now in its fourth year the festival has become a feature in the annual cycle of the life of the resort and attracts a large and loyal crowd. The festival is entirely free to attend and is suitable for families and people of all ages. Last year over seventy variety of cider were available but as far as we know no individual was able to sample each and every one – although one or two folks did give it a good try! Grimsby folk-rock band Merlin’s Keep has been involved since the very beginning of the festival and oversees the musical programme, ensuring that there is a good range of acts from withinTracey Smith the folk/roots/acoustic scene.Keep Artists are drawn from our region and further afield and the programme is balanced between seasoned performers and relative newcomers.
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Estuary Radio - Music Radio For Grimsby, Cleethorpes and Immingham
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new to our region is internet radio station Estuary Radio. The brainchild of founder Martin Samuels, “ Estuary Radio is a station with a remit to promote education and community in the NE Lincs area. Currently the station is staffed by volunteers and amateur broadcasters who are all radio enthusiasts and who are keen to promote the local area and operate within the station’s remit. Martin Samuels is a man of seemingly endless enthusiasm and energy. It is because of his vision and dedication that Estuary Radio has come into being and is proving a hit in the local community. The station’s output is quite varied as a great
number of people have been keen to get involved and put shows together. The sports programme
between 10.00 and 12.00 Josie-Anne Gray and Tony Smith from Merlin’s Keep host a specialist arts and culture programme. Martin is a regular voice on the station as he hosts the weekday breakfast show and every second Saturday’s breakfast programme. Martin is keen to see the station develop over the coming months and is unstoppable in his ambition to embed the station in the heart of the community. Estuary radio can be found at www.estuaryradio. com . The website is attractive and user friendly and features information about all aspects of the station and its schedule.
Although we are a new station we are aiming high. We aim to be a respected and reliable source for everything that happens in the area.” on Saturday afternoons, hosted by Stu Cox is proving popular. Music and the arts feature heavily in the schedules. On Monday evening Rob Bywater and Paul Kavanagh from The Finest Hour host an Indie music special between 8.00 and 10.00 pm and on Saturday mornings
Local author Josie Anne Gray publishes her first novel on Amazon
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One Night, a novel by Josie Anne Gray is now available for purchase from the Amazon Kindle store for £1.98. It is an episodic novel dealing with the events of one night in the late 1990’s. To whet your appetite here is a short passage from the book. ‘At quarter to eight two lions padding on giant paws along the high street caused Larissa to come to a complete standstill. Her eyes widened and her breathing quickened. ‘I must stand here,’ she thought rationally, ‘and see what happens.’ Surprisingly she felt no fear and allowed her shoulders to relax and breathing to steady. Perhaps it was disbelief or wonder that held her steady and still while the two lions circled her, one slinking low the other more upright and confident. ‘What beautiful creatures,’ Larissa allowed herself to muse, admiring the male whose mane was just sprouting in great, unruly tufts. Larissa knew little about lions but she did know that males grew their mane in the equivalent of their adolescence. She was more wary of the female, the one who was low slung and prowling. She avoided eye contact and focused on her admiration for the creatures. After what seemed like an age but was mere seconds Larissa decided to take a risk. Slowly and with great care and faith she put out her hand, palm up and closed her eyes. After a moment she felt hot breath caress her hand, the sweep of a damp nose across it, the flick of a strong tongue and then nothing. When she opened her eyes the lions had gone. It was as if they had never been there.’
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Street Fishmongers has been established since 1972, when it was formed as an outlet for fresh boiled shellfish products. Since then the shop has developed into a traditional family fishmongers by proprietors Mark & Paul Eaton who have between them over 50 years experience in the trade. They supply a wide range of customers from the general public to restaurants, inland wholesalers and large supermarket chains. Their shop in Riby St is in the perfect place for the retail public to find the best fish, sourced from around the world and brought into the port of Grimsby. Mark says, “We have a great position here. Because we are so close to the dock we can buy in small volumes each day and ensure the freshness of the product in a way that other fishmongers and retailers can’t. There is also convenient parking right outside the building.” The shop carries a full range of fresh and frozen fish and seafood and it’s toallprovide colour for simple 1/8 very competitively priced, ensuring theEPRs best value for money. “We also like to pride ourselves on our customer service”, Paul continues. “Many people like to take fish parcels to friends and family living away. We can pack orders for travel and advise on the best way to look after it once it leaves the shop”. Special offers are available every week on fresh or frozen products and if you have a special requirement that they don’t usually carry then they can usually source most fish within a day or two. Great location, quality and customer service - that’s why Riby Street Fishmongers is your first choice for great fish!
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their newly expanded premises on the North Quay of Grimsby Fishdock, Fastline Shellfish can now offer their fantastic range of fresh shellfish to their customers both old and new, whether they are hotels, restaurants or members of the general public. Despite their move they still promise to provide the same cosy one to one service that they have done for the past four years - it’s going to be just the same as before - only better. The director of the company still sets sail every day to catch fresh lobster, crabs and whelks - shellfish just doesn’t get any fresher than this! Lobsters can be purchased alive, dressed or boiled and fresh or frozen white and brown crab meat is always available. The public are always welcome as are chefs and hotel and restaurant proprietors who wish to offer the very best in fresh caught Grimsby shellfish to their customers. The shop is open 8am - 2pm so if you’re after the best then you need look no further. For further information contact Jenny on 01472 360663.
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SeramaKo are spring cleaning their showroom to make room for some exciting new lines and there are fantastic one off offers on ex display stock. Prices include VAT and manufacturer’s warranty. These offers are on a first come basis so come and take a look - there are other offers in store. • Curved Shower Bath Complete Suite £760 • Traditional Style Bathroom suite with freestanding bath now- £995 - 50% off RRP (see image right) • Up to 50% off ex display shower enclosures • Marble bowl sit on style now £120 • Kitchen furniture (see image) (not including appliances or filter tap) £600.00 • Siemens 60cm extractor now £180 usual RRP £550 • Wall tiles 27sq mtrs @ £200 available from stock • ‘Special Spring Offer’ – up to 6 metres of selected quality floor tiles free of charge when a full bathroom suite is purchased For further information please pop and see Karen or Stuart, or alternatively contact Tel 01472 353040
Wayne
Marfleet, proprietor of R J Flooring, has been in the flooring business for 20 years and has a wealth of knowledge and experience. For the last 5 years he has run his own business from an impressive showroom in Middlethorpe Road, Cleethorpes. It’s an easy place to shop, always eye catching and with a wide range of quality carpets on display. The layout makes it easier for you to browse at your leisure, there is no pressure to buy. Wayne and the team offer a professional, warm and friendly service, and you feel at ease and that you are a valued customer. A free measuring and estimating service is provided, and also a prompt fitting service. Carpets prices range from £2.99 - £49.99 sqm, so they can cater for all budgets and preferences. Easy access car parking is available so pop in and have a browse. You can find them next to Marklews Fish and Chip Shop, or contact Wayne on 07906663113 or call the shop on 01472 600824 for all enquiries.
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A visit to Oasis gym is always special because we have everything that you could need for fantastic health and fitness right here under one roof. We have the largest fitness arena in the area with 52 pieces of Technogym equipment, a vast range of free weights and the very latest in user friendly computerised fitness programmes to help you reach your targets by monitoring your success and achievements. We also have a fully air conditioned class studio with a selection of classes, including BTS, karate, yoga and dance, to suit all levels. And there’s our large luxury swimming pool, jacuzzi and steam rooms, sauna and fast tanning sunbeds. What more could you ask for? Other facilities on the premises include The Natural Planet Cafe, Scribbles creche which caters for ages newborn to 8 years, The Retreat Beauty Salon, Stephen’s Hair Studio, Bodytone Studio and Express Therapy Sports Injury Clinic. All in all this incredible range of services make Oasis the place to go to get fit or to treat yourself to a little pampering. There’s a free car park with 24hr CCTV and opening times are Monday - Thursday 6.30am - 10pm, Friday 6.30am - 9pm & and 7.30am - 5pm at weekends. For further information email carla.hardie@oasishealthclub.co.uk or call Carla on 01472 251682.
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Summer is great - it’s everybody’s favourite time of year - but it can also be a time when people feel a lot of pressure to be in perfect shape. The fitness and beauty industries have become a huge part of our lives. Sometimes what we need to pick ourselves up is a new look - maybe a trip to the cosmetics counter, some new clothes perhaps or a new hair style. If that isn’t enough then maybe we need to be pampered a little - that’s where Beautique Skincare come into their own. But for some people bigger changes are called for - perhaps they need to lose weight or get fit for the good of their health. But do people go about meeting their goals in the correct way? In many cases the answer is no. For example many health conscious people either avoid certain foods or restrict their intake in order to lose weight. This is frequently unhealthy and ineffective as it can cause weight loss only in the short run, and may slow your metabolism making it harder to lose weight in the future. What is required is less emphasis on food consumption and more emphasis on fitness. People can get fit by themselves of course but often they lack the
motivation, advice and support to help them meet their goals. Perhaps you can find a friend or family member to train with but if not then perhaps you should consider getting a personal trainer. A personal trainer offers help and encouragement, assessing your current fitness levels, setting reachable goals and inspiring you to meet those goals. With a personal trainer the gym goer has much more direction and focus with the help of a riskfree and individually assigned programme backed up with continual mentoring. Whatever approach you take reaching your fitness goals can have effects on many areas of your life, including improved self confidence, increased energy levels, deeper sleep, fewer illnesses, and reduced back pain it’s certainly repays the effort you put in! All it takes is 30 minutes of vigorous exercise 3-5 times a week to get your fitness journey started! So what are you waiting for - make a start today on getting fir and I promise you won’t regret it. See you at the gym!
Barnets
High quality modern barbershop in Seaview Street
Cuts - £7.50 Head shave - £5.00 OAP’s - £5.00 Under 5’s - £5.00 Barnets offer the very best of modern barbering at their shop at 47 Seaview Street. They open at 9 am weekdays and close at 5.30 pm with late night opening till 7pm on a Thursday. On Saturdays they are open from 8.30 am until 4 pm. Appointments are not necessary but you can make one by ringing 01472 322259 - so next time you need a cut give Barnets a try - we guarantee that you’ll be glad you did!
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have warned householders to take extra care with home security over the summer months. Some summers see a rise in opportunistic burglaries as people leave doors and windows open to let the cool air in but of course this can allow criminals access as well. Most burglaries could be prevented simply by taking some basic security precautions so we thought we’d give you a few suggestions of small steps you can take to keep your home safe. For instance • • •
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Keep your doors and windows locked – especially if you go out but even if you are in. If you’re upstairs then lock the downstairs doors, if you’re in the back garden then lock the front door. Don’t leave keys on display especially car keys. These are often targeted by burglars and may not be covered by your home or car insurance. Keep valuable items such as cash, wallets, passports and tools stored out of sight. Be aware of what can be seen through your windows from outside and take steps to make your home look less tempting to burglars. Install solid bicycle chaining points. If you’re going out leave radios or lights on a timer. Install good outside lights and visible burglar alarms. Expert assistance may be called for here – check out the N Force Security advert on the left. Make sure your fences are in good condition and your gates are lockable. Consider installing privacy screens to gates - see Privatect on the left. Never leave a spare key hidden outside the house.
If we all take these basic steps then there’s a good chance that we can avoid the trauma of burglary and just get on with enjoying the summer. Time for a barbecue anyone?
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a number you should keep in your phone at all times 01472 322538. That’s the number for Bee Secure and when you need an locksmith it’s a number you’ll be glad you saved. Bee Secure offer -
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it’s only April and already there are hosepipe bans in force all over the country and we are being told to get ready for full scale drought conditions later in the year. That makes it a good time of year to be looking at your domestic plumbing to check for water wastage. Poorly maintained systems can lead to higher bills - a dripping tap can lose over 60 litres of water a week and if you’re on a meter you’ll feel that in your wallet. Many water companies offer flow restrictors or aerators for cutting consumption and these are worth checking out but best play safe and make sure you get any remedial work done by trained professional plumbers.
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all your plumbing needs look no further than Ian J Dalton Ltd. We have over 15 years of experience, our work is first rate and our prices are competitive - as our customers in Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Hull will testify. We also supply and fit heating systems to keep your home warm and comfortable and if you’re in the market for a bathroom refit you can count on us to meet all your needs. We can supply high quality tiling, bathroom furniture and fittings - all at excellent prices and with our 100% commitment to service guaranteed. For further information contact Ian on 01472 235096 or mobile 0772 1785130.
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People People A day in the life of ....
Richard Turner of John Turner’s Butchers
My
day starts early. My first job of the day is to drive to our Bakery on Wilton Road to pick up bread for the shop. I’m used to early rising – my dad was a butcher before me so I knew what was involved when I entered the
satisfaction to see that everything in the shop is just so as I unlock the door and take our famous butcher figure out onto the pavement. He’s a popular attraction in his own right and lots of children get their pictures taken with him in the summer. A lot of people like to come early to get their meat early when there is no queue and it’s nice to spend a little time chatting with our regular customers - many of them have been coming to the shop for as long as I have! We’re an old fashioned butchers and we pride ourselves on the personal touch – knowing our customers’ preferences and requirements for example. Some butchers have been hit badly by the rise of the big supermarkets but we have managed survive and flourish by offering more than just meat and bread – where we can we will give advice on what cuts to choose or how to cook them so they are at their best. Because we are an old fashioned butchers we buy most of our meat as whole carcasses which we butcher on the premises. I entered the family business when I left school so I’m an old hand at the butchering and trimming but it’s harder work then some might imagine. A full carcass can take a day to prepare completely. We source as much as possible from local providers – Lincolnshire beef, pork and lamb, Norfolk chickens and turkeys. Deliveries start early and go right through the day so it’s always busy, but fortunately I have a great team to help me. There are three full time butchers – myself, Bob and George, who have worked here a long time and we also have two trainee butchers and many people on sales duty in the shop. My wife Michelle works with me in the shop which is great because otherwise we might hardly get to see each other. She’s always on hand for advice and support - we’re a team inside and outside of work. After the breakfast rush is over it doesn’t go quiet - that’s when we tend to get a rush on cooked meats, pies and sausage rolls as people do their shopping ready for lunchtime. This is a good time for preparing our famous prize winning Lincolnshire pork sausages. We make sausages three days a week and they are always in huge demand – it’s one of the things we’re famous for. We have a special recipe which we keep secret – we don’t use packet mixes of seasonings
– it’s all weighed and measured by hand to make sure they are always perfect. At lunchtimes it’s all hands on deck – it can get really mad in the shop – but it’s great to know that our produce is so popular. I wouldn’t swap that for the world. In the afternoons I tend to concentrate on the wholesale side of the business, preparing deliveries for the cafes, hotels and restaurants that we supply. This is a thriving side of the business and the drivers and vans are always busy. We start clearing away about 4pm and finally close the doors and bring the butcher back in at
‘when it’s cold out and you walk into the warmth of the bakery and smell the fresh bread it is just fantastic’
trade. His shop was in Seaview Street and he was the John Turner that the business is named for. In the winter when the mornings are cold it can be a bit daunting but when it’s cold out and you walk into the warmth of the bakery and smell the fresh bread it is just fantastic. The bakery staff work all night making pies, bread and sandwiches and they are still warm when I load them up. My business partner Merryck Swallow runs the bakery side of the operation – it has expanded enormously over the years and I’d never be able to manage without him. I’m at the shop in St Peter’s Avenue by 6 and soon after that the first batch of bacon and sausages will be cooking ready for the breakfast rush when we open at 8 o’clock. It always gives me a lot of
‘it’s nice to spend a little time chatting with our regular customers’
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5.30. I’m usually pretty tired but there’s at least another hour of cleaning to do before I can go. We don’t have big metal shutters on the shop window and passers by can look in at any time of the evening or night – so it’s good to know that the shop always looks spotless. Outside of work my main interests are my family, football (Grimsby Town and Manchester United), fishing and horse racing. A day at the races with my wife Michelle and my children is my idea of a perfect day out. At various times most of my children have worked in the business although at the moment only Luke works at the bakery. My youngest son, Lleyton, thinks he may be a butcher if he doesn’t make it as a professional footballer! After that it’s usually fairly early to bed knowing that I’ve got another packed day starting early next morning – it may be tiring but at least I never get bored!
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is alright if you’ve got the time and the talent for it but let’s be honest most of us haven’t. How many jobs have you got half finished in your house? I know there is a length of flooring in our living room that has needed fitting for years but I also know I’m not going to fit it this week or probably ever. Doors that hang wonky? Tiles that line up along the wall like they were drunk? We’ve got them too. Truth to tell most of us aren’t safe to be let loose with a hammer and nails so it makes sense to get on the blower to someone who actually knows what they are talking about. An expert, that what we need - and here are some to start you off.
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DSB Damp Proofing
DSB
was founded in 2008 by David Stiles and Steve Burrows who have 25 years of experience in the trade between them. They offer a specialist damp proofing service - including traditional and chemical damp proofing and will always be happy to give free no obligation quotations and good honest advice. They cover the whole area and have built a reputation for always carrying out work to the very highest standards that exceed expectations. They are sovereign approved and offer a personal and friendly service at affordable prices. Here’s what one of our customers had to say “I would like to thank you both for the work you carried out at our house. You did a great job, at a price well within our budget - not only what I paid for but extras as well - damp course in three rooms, plus reskimmed all walls, new skirting boards and covings in both rooms! You were so friendly and always neat and tidy - fully recommended!” - Mr & Mrs Newton of Grimsby. For further information call Dave on 0780 6881694 or Steve on 0790 5135856
you’re starting to find the stairs a bit of a challenge then a visit to Grimsby Stairlifts can increase your independence and help you adjust. Our fully qualified engineers can fit new or reconditioned lifts, straight or curved, to fit any shape of staircase. We offer a full warranty on any lift that we fit and we can carry out repairs on any make. We can arrange next day installation on straight lifts if required and we also supply public access platforms, passenger lifts and bath lifts. We are not agents but a long established family business - we started out as a husband and wife team and now our son has joined as well. Dad Terry has been in the business since 1977 and has vast experience on all makes of lifts, hoists and chair lifts. Our success has been built on our product knowledge and quality of service. So why not give us a call? Having a stairlift fitted can give you a boost of freedom, making life easier and letting you get back to doing the things that other people take for granted. For more information ring 01472 324694 or check out our advert.
Jacqui’s Cafe - Top Class Food
Established
for just over a year now Jacqui’s Cafe is more than your run of the mill cafe. This family run business, has an experienced chef who provides first class meals home cooked, and freshly made to order they really do hit the spot! The facilities are modern, attractive inviting and very clean, and offer a relaxed atmosphere in which to enjoy your favourite food. The service provided is warm and friendly, and with a license for alcohol, you can enjoy a wider range of beverages to accompany your meal. A full menu is on display and the choice is fantastic, from smaller bites to larger meals there is something for everyone, and the prices are very competitive. Don’t take our word for it, go and see for yourself, this place is a little gem and can be found in Osborne Street, Cleethorpes. Pop in and sample their great food and excellent service!
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Out & About The shortness of the days in winter means that I can only go walking at the weekends - by the time I have shut up the shop it’s usually dark. But with the arrival of spring and summer the longer evenings mean that I can get out into open countryside for a couple of hours after work and that makes this is a great time of year for reestablishing fitness and testing out new gear. I learned in the army that even the very best equipment improves with use and at this time of year that I like to treat myself to new boots or walking trousers, knowing that by the time I start my serious walking in the summer they will be properly broken in and really comfortable. So this issue I thought I would suggest a short walk that is suitable for beginners and experienced walkers alike, and which works well as either a light weekend stroll or a brisk evening walk according to your preference.
Bradley Woods and Barnoldby Le Beck Walk Distance - approx 6.5 miles Time - Allow 2 or 3 hours
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Start by parking near Cottagers’ Plot at the start of the Laceby bypass opposite Morrisons then head south down the Plot itself. At the end turn left then right and follow the path down to Bradley Woods. It’s a great time of year to be in the woods with lots of bird and animal activity so take your time in this section. You can either take the perimeter path or cut straight
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with Kirk Douglas
proprietor of Grid To Mag of Grimsby Road the area’s leading stockist of top quality outdoor gear across but you want to end up on the southern side of the wood where a signboard points across the fields towards Barnoldby Le Beck. This path offers fine views across to the Wolds in the West and Bradley Gairs in the East and at some times of year can offer the unexpected pleasure of the sight of a field filled with sunflowers as the image accompanying this piece shows. When you reach St Helen’s church at Barnoldby take time for a break near the memorial to huntsman William Smith who died near here in 1845 and admire one of the most beautiful churchyards in Lincolnshire. Then head for the main road and turn right. After about 300 yards a path will be signposted back towards Grimsby. This path leads through plantations and then diagonally across the fields (just follow the direction of the signboard), over a small bridge and up to the east side of Laceby Manor golf course. Walk between the course and the driving range, through the farmyard, then turn right and then left and you will be on the path back to the Laceby bypass. You have a choice at this point and you can either carry on up this path, past the Manor to the main road, or branch off right and rejoin the main path near Bradley Woods. I hope you enjoy it - next time we’ll look at some of the finest fishing the area has to offer - till then keep well and keep walking!
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Crafty Ideas
Your Time Well Spent—New Exhibitions for Spring
with Tracey Smith
There has been something of a revival in furnishing our homes with, or giving gifts of items that are hand-made. Previously, time-poor individuals found that they needn’t spend time making something when identikit, mass-produced items could be bought easily and cheaply in High St, UK. However, there’s no doubt that we’re experiencing hard times, and as job losses and cuts continue people are looking for ways to become more self-sufficient, to re-use and recycle and to save, or even make money, and as a result the craft movement is flourishing. So, why is home-made best? Whether it’s been bought or made, hand-crafted items are original and exclusive, and most definitely have an identity. Whether you’ve made it yourself or commissioned something in a certain style or colour, you’ve immediately put your own stamp on it. As more people are rediscovering dormant skills, they are also rediscovering the joy and appreciation that comes with making or receiving hand-crafted items. Whether it’s a painting, a hand-thrown pot, a cushion or a cake it is guaranteed that the expertise, care and attention to
detail will be reflected in the quality of the product. There’s no place for mediocrity when something has been created from the heart. Crafting has also revived a wonderful sense of community. Crafters and artists love the fact that they can share their work with others at galleries, fairs and festivals and talk about the process involved in the creation of a unique item. In turn, the customer who has made a purchase gains an affinity with the maker, and already the item has a history and a personality. The art and craft community in the Lincolnshire area is vibrant. There are ‘knit and natter’ type groups, such as those run by A Good Yarn in Cleethorpes and as well as reviving the art of conversation and making friends, these are also vital for sharing skills that may otherwise have been lost. So next time you want something new for your home, consider the true value of home-made. Think about buying a unique item that will give pleasure for years; or why not dig out your woodworking tools, knitting needles or paint brushes and have a go yourself? Tracey Smith is the owner of Purely Fabrication - check out her creations at www.purelyfabrication.co.uk
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Art Supplies
Artist Judith Tucker is set to intrigue us with her thought provoking show ’Vestige beginning 22 May. Dealing with the unresolved remainders of human activity in landscape, searching out traces of past lives that might not be immediately obvious.
A Good Yarn
the year since she opened her premises in Cambridge Street, Cleethorpes Kate Roberts has worked wonders - making her shop into a hub of the local knitting community, for both beginners and experienced knitters alike. With its beautiful decor and welcoming atmosphere this shop provides the perfect setting to gather for a chat during classes and drop in sessions. On Tuesday afternoons, Friday mornings and Saturday afternoons there are workshops for knitting and crochet groups and on the first Saturday of each month the crochet club meets and a qualified tutor will teach to both novices and experienced crocheters. Another monthly workshop offers tutoring from national workshop presenters who offer a programme which includes beading, freeform, finishing techniques, lacemaking, knitting and crochet. The shop has a wide range of materials to cater for knitters and crocheters alike, including yarns, wools and haberdashery, needles, books and patterns, with prices to suit all pockets. Kate’s passion for her craft is deep rooted and you can tell from a few minutes conversation with her just how dedicated she is to this pastime and how much she enjoys bringing it back to life in this little gem of a shop. Workshops fill up quickly so call Kate on 01472 508787 to book a place or visit www.agoodyarn.co.uk For a full listing of upcoming events check out the In The Know section of this magazine.
Art & & Craft Craft Art
Abbey walk Gallery have two new and exciting Spring exhibitions for you to view. Gary Woods is a photographer, filmmaker and artist. His Exhibition ‘Snow Clock…’ commencing on Tuesday the 17 April is his first major locally held Exhibition His photographs are held in many permanent collections including The Getty Museum , the Victoria & Albert Museum and the Biblioteque Nationale. In 2000 he was the BBC Artist in Residence.
comprehensive supply of arts materials available for sale. Abbey Walk Gallery 8 Abbey Walk, Grimsby DN31 1NB 01472 241007
Please contact Gill or Elaine at Abbey Walk Gallery for any further information art@abbeywalkgallery.com www.abbeywalkgallery.com Telephone 01472 241007
Art & ArtSection & Craft Craft Your time—Well spent— Art classes and Workshops
Each year, millions of people will have set goals for themselves at the New Year. These New Year’s resolutions will frequently involve better themselves in some way, and in many cases will feel like sacrifice or work. Instead of setting a goal that feels like work to reach, try setting a goal that is enjoyable and reap the benefits instead. Taking up a new hobby by enrolling in one of many adult art classes can be an easily accomplished goal that can bring the satisfaction of a job well done, along with new skills to last a life time. Finding a hobby that is enjoyable can help to engage the creative side while broadening experiences. Art classes for adults are aimed at all skill levels, and can include practical classes. From beginners to accomplished artists Abbey Walk Gallery is amongst many organizations that provide high caliber workshops including art techniques, oil painting, life drawing and Jewellery making.
Are you a pet lover? Here at the People’s Publication we love pets almost more than chocolate so we thought we’d share this shot of Ruby with you, just to get the ball rolling, and then what we would like you to do is to email some shots of your own pets - and we’ll publish the cutest and the prettiest and the funniest. Send your images with your name and age and your pet’s name to deborah.staff@divapublications.co.uk and if there’s a story behind your picture we’d love to hear it and maybe we’ll include that too!
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