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PEOPLES Issue 38 Oct/Nov 2015

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This issue we’re concentrating on Cleethorpes, looking at tourism, sport and at some of the fabulous shops that make it such a great retail destination.

We’ve also got pictures from the Grimsby Urban Arts Festival, and advice about chimney care and green energy. And trees.

You can’t say we don’t like to vary things up a bit.

Anyway, have a great Autumn and we’ll get on with putting the Christmas edition together. Doesn’t time fly!

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In The Know

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Cleethorpes Tourism 2015/16

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Come On You Owls!

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The Secrets Of Chimneys

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Green Energy

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Here comes Halloween

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Home Improvements

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Gardens

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Motoring

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Urban Arts Festival 2015

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Not Tonight And The Headaches

What’s going on in our area?

With Amy MacDonnell of Cleethorpes Tourist Information

Cleethorpes Town FC v Lashings All-Stars

Just why do we bother getting them swept?

If you’re thinking about solar, don’t hang around.

From pagan shindig to Christian festival

Be careful what you spend your money on

Making the most of trees

Get your car ready for winter

Hip hop culture comes to St James Square

Album launch party at The Yardbirds

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o coincide with this year’s Christmas lights switch on, Grimsby Central Library will be getting into the festive spirit by hosting a Local Authors Fayre on 19th November from 2pm - 7pm.

Authors of fiction, non-fiction, local history and poetry as well as children’s authors, will be available to talk to the public about their work, with copies of their books available for sale on the day. There will also be an opportunity to buy an assortment of other local history titles and local history snowy scene Christmas cards, making the fayre a great opportunity to meet local writers and to grab a few Christmas presents at the same time!

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Taiko Night At The Auditorium With Humber Taiko And Guests

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e’re big fans of Taiko drumming here at The Peoples so we’ll be heading up to the Auditorium on Tuesday 24th November for Taiko Night.

Taiko is Japanese ensemble drumming which incorporates choreographed movements and energy shouts to create powerful and exciting performances.

There’ll be performances from our very own Gyoko Taiko, Coritani, Tetsu Taiko, Kakushigei and local schools plus a special guest performance by Kagemusha Taiko who are coming all the way from sunny Devon. Tickets are £7 (£4 concs) and are available from the Auditorium Box Office by telephone on 0300 3000 035.

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Top Bands On The Way To Our Area This Autumn

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here’s no shortage of great bands (and solo artists) coming to town over the next couple of months so we’ll just mention a few here to give you a taste.

Saturday 17th October sees the return of the massively entertaining Sex Pistols Experience (pictured left) to The Yardbirds. They’re supported by local horror punks Dead Like Zombies so it should be quite a night.

On Saturday 31st October Bracknell’s finest, The Hoosiers (top right), are playing a Halloween party gig at The Beachcomber – fancy dress is positively encouraged and Wednesday 11th November sees legendary drummer Corky Laing, of Canadian rock band Mountain, at The Yardbirds. On Friday 18th December local rock trio The Brew, a band with a huge following across Europe, pay their annual visit to their home town, also at the Yardbirds.

Plenty there to choose from there and that’s just a small sample of what’s happening so if you check the venues’ websites you’re bound to find something that’s right up your street!

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There’s so much good music around it’s a same to stick to just one variety.

Tracey Edges celebrates the joys of genre blending.

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omething new, something old, something borrowed or something blues.

Whatever your taste in music happens to be you can usually find something to tickle your auditory senses in Grimsby or Cleethorpes.

I’ve always had a wide taste in music. Ask me what I like best and I’d probably lean more towards the punk spectrum but I seem to spend my life chatting to musicians from all around the world and from all types of genres. This has resulted in my ‘Sunday Girl’ radio show being a totally bonkers mix of music – a big bag of all-sorts.

That’s great – I’d get bored listening to the same stuff all the time and getting to know different people has opened up my mind to music that I wouldn’t have even considered listening to before. There are also genres within genres and I’ve found that although I’m still not keen on the type of ‘I got a d i

v o r c e then a big lorry driver ran over my teddy bear’ type of country music, I do like Americana. Add a bit of slide and blues into the mix and I’m away. My new guilty pleasure is watching the ‘Nashville’ TV series – ooh ‘eck! Folk was another, not-so-keen-on genre but folk people tend to be so nice that you can’t help but like their music as well – and there are plenty of different interpretations.

Resistance is futile In a way that is helpful as when I get asked if I would like to go and see someone play, I can usually enjoy it and appreciate the experience – unless they are terrible, but that is a different story.

There are plenty of festivals, or just ‘Fests’ as they suddenly seem to have become, whether blues, folk or jazz you are amply catered for in Cleethorpes, Grimsby and surrounding areas.

Anarchy Fest was a brilliant line up at The Yardbirds Club, Grimsby and a follow on

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Anarchy Entertainments promoted event was headlined by Teenage Bottlerocket, a slightly bonkers band from Laramie, Wyoming (images page left) who haven’t grown out of their skater-grunge-punk phase and why should they as it works perfectly well still. They were entertaining, they were funny and they were LOUD. They were also very well received by a packed audience who were well up for feeding the frenzy.

Earlier in 2015 they released an album called Tales from Wyoming which is their 6th studio album and must say something for their staying power. It is certainly worth checking out their videos on You Tube and their website is: www. teenagebottlerocket.com London band, Wonk Unit (image above) were one of the bands that had played Anarchy Fest and were as good as their previous visit. With a definite following who requested favourite tracks and they got them with Nan, Lewisham.

Horses, Kings’ Road Sporting Heroes and Je M’Appelle Alex, among others. I found that, after only my second experience of Wonk Unit that their songs were strong enough for me to also have my own favourites – always a good sign. www.wonkunit.com The opening band were Spoilers from Canterbury, Kent and their Kent fans could probably have heard them, without leaving Kent. They were a bit like Blink 182 on speed.

Pop punk with some melodic hardcore thrown in for good measure.

Also on the bill, following their Anarchy fest appearance, were Grimsby band, Not Tonight And The Heachaches. I had all but missed their set then so it was good to catch them this time.

It was a well balanced night with four bands that complemented each other but with plenty of variation to make for yet another great, Ross Stark promoted night. I thoroughly enjoyed it before I did the zig-zag walk to the handy taxi office.

On September 26th Not Tonight And The Headaches launched their, freshly baked, album, If You Were Real You’d Do Your Own Stunts, at a free event at Yardbirds.

That was also a great night out with support provided by The State Of Art, from Grimsby, (www.thestateofart.bandcamp.com). Some pokey bass with crashing drums and heavy riffs made them easy to listen to and with some interesting sections within each song they lifted their set and added interest.

Dynamite Dynamite, from down the road at Scunthorpe are a melodic punk band and have also just released an album: Apologies/ Apathy. You can have a listen/buy from: www. dynamitedynamite.bandcamp.com I wish that Dynamite Dynamite had preceded The Siknotes as they were a bit lost for me as my insides, and ears, had trouble settling back

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down afterwards. I have seen them before, ages ago, so it wasn’t them, just me.

The Siknotes, also from Grimsby, provided the experience of having all your internal organs pogoing around while everything else vibrated manically. Right from the off, when the lead guitarist came on stage on his own, you had your eardrums thrashed, without the addition of the other band members. Add the rest of the band and you needed to tie yourself down for the rest of the set. They were fast and brash.

One track had a hint of rockabilly hiding under there somewhere and another was like having a manic fiddler at a ceilidh on a 30x fast forward.

They was lots of banter with the audience and, as it was Pete’s birthday they had been ‘celebrating’. This made for a very happy band, very comfortable on stage with an audience, and good to watch.

I thought that they were really great. Earlier this year they released a four track ep, “Crusin’ For A Boozin”, with tracks: Broken, Dave The Fan, The End and GY Til I Die. However, they are definitely a band that you are missing out on if you just stick to listening to a recording. You might need a sick note, afterwards, but this is one Siknotes that you really need to have in front of you. For now though, go to www. thesiknotes.bandcamp.com to get a taste. Be warned though – their live set is this: plus – Plus – PLUS!

The main event of the night was, of course, Not The Night And The Headaches who are four guys, enjoying their pop-punk mission and they are good to listen to if you want a bit of life but don’t want your ears to be seared and on fire from the inside – the Siknotes can provide that for you!

They go under the names of, wait for it...

Jimmy Headache, James Elliott, on bass and vocals, Matt Hammer, Matt Snell, or even Snellitor, why have one name if three will do, on drums, Throbert Robbington III, Rob Tew, on guitar and vocals, and Sir Matthew Cadeson, aka King Awesome aka Matt Cade, on guitar and backing vocals.

Not Tonight And The Headaches have been together, as a band, since March 2008 but various combinations of the band members have played together, in different bands, since 1996 so are well locked into both the local music scene and each other.

You can get the picture, just from their great name but also when you read their bio and it says: “Four exceptionally attractive and motivated individuals on a four man mission to resurrect pop punk. The Headaches have the power to move you.”

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I don’t get the impression that there is a big ego problem going on here, as I said earlier, they just seem to get up on stage and enjoy themselves.

And they have the happiest drummer – EVER. He just had a wide grin plastered on all of the time. Described as pop punk, I think that they fall nicely into the middle. For example, if you wanted to listen to something upbeat with punk guitar rhythm and catchy tunes with some bass and drums raw life to it, but don’t want your brains vibrated to mush and your ears fused, then Not Tonight And The Headaches will do the job nicely without, despite their name, giving you a throbbing headache!

They will give you, not a vicious, Glasgow Kiss but, rather, a, more gentle, Goodbye Kiss...

Goodbye Kiss happens to be my favourite track off the new, album If You Were Real You’d Do Your Own Stunts and has guest vocals from Adam Lee from China Drum, as does, the equally great, Falter Ego. After a strong night of bands, Not Tonight And The Headaches, easily held their own as headliners, and seemed to really enjoy their own set.

You can listen to, and buy, the 10 track album at a bargain price of £4, for the digital version or just an extra £1 gets you the CD pack from: nottonightandtheheadaches. bandcamp.com Along with going to live gigs, that is the really easy way to help to support local bands.

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It’s full of strong tracks from She’s With You, which starts off with a hint of The Stranglers before ramping it up, followed

by Dislocated with its strong beat. Live, I really enjoyed I Guess This Is Progress and it didn’t disappoint on the recording. Reasons To Smile and Thick As Thieves, I could go on but go to Bandcamp and have a listen for yourself.

They are not a soft option but easily listenable to and it’s definitely one of those albums that grows on you the more you listen to it. You find yourself jiggling along to Not Tonight And The Headaches whether live or recorded. Some bands are better one way or the other but these are pretty level for both.

They gave me a bio that really did make me laugh out loud and they, hopefully, said “With the album ready to go, 2015 is definitely their year and if not it will certainly be 2016, and as a last resort 2017 but rest assured that sometime soon, Not Tonight And The Headaches will be more than just your mums favourite band.”

I don’t know about their mums but by the end of the night, from just Rob, performing a solo acoustic number, to Adam Lee making a guest appearance, on lead vocals, (I love his voice), to plenty of friends and family joining the band on stage. They are a very likeable band, good to listen to, and obviously are very well liked.

I can definitely say: Yes, Tonight I will have a headache, please!

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In their new home at St Martin’s it’s full steam ahead for Fusion Youth Theatre

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t’s been all change for the multiaward winning Fusion Youth Theatre just lately, but now that they have successfully transferred to their new home at St Martin’s Church (the one on the junction of Scartho Road and Sutcliffe Avenue opposite the swimming baths), they’ll be expanding their activities to make the church into a major local arts hub.

It’s a big opportunity for Fusion and comes about as a result of the generosity of the Parish of St Mary and St James. Their new calendar includes concerts, craft fairs and evenings of carols and poetry (you can find details of many of these on page 12) but theatre will always be at the heart of the Fusion brand.

They gave a successful debut performance of their latest project Goldilocks The Thief - at the recent Urban Arts Festival and there’ll be another on December 1st, alongside another new work, The Ninth Wave

by Josie-Anne Gray.

They’ll also be performing an evening of Winter Stories on Saturday 5th December at 7pm at St Martin’s and we’ve no doubt there’s lots more in the pipeline - so just watch this space!

Drama sessions at Fusion St Martins Saturday morning for ages 7+ (term time 10am – 12pm) exploring basic drama techniques and theatre games, developing teamwork and opportunities to perform.

Wednesday evening for ages 11+ (term time 6pm – 8pm) using games and exercises to explore challenging theatre work, creating exciting new performance pieces.

Places are available in both groups so if your kids have an interest in theatre why not let them join an award winning team by calling Josie on 07497 750694, emailing fusiongrimsby@ gmail.com or visiting www.fusionyouththeatre.co.uk

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own in Duncombe Street something is stirring as the Central Hall sets out its programme for the winter.

There’s are plenty of great shows including the return of Into The Shadows on Saturday 14th November, but our pick is on Saturday 28th November when Back 4 Good bring their tribute to Britain’s favourite boy band to town. With Tristan Drew as Olly Murs as support it’ll be quite a party! Tickets are available from The Central Hall Box Office on 01472 355025

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Space

a thousand thundering thrills await us .....

live at the Beachcomber Sometimes you look forward to a gig for ages only to find that when you get there it’s even better than you dared hope it would be.

An ecstatic Tracey Edges reviews Space

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t was a miserable night out, the pavements slick with rain and the air full of the noise from date inappropriate fireworks, but I will certainly remember, remember the 7th of November as it was the night that I got lost in Space. Space the Band, that is – not the type that all the rockets were aspiring and failing loudly and miserably to reach.

Space certainly didn’t fail miserably, although, to an extent, Grimsby and Cleethorpes did. Where was everyone?

There was an enthusiastic crowd but the Beachcomber should have been heaving.

This was a ‘name’ band, one that had hits – chart success of the type that trips off your tongue. Songs that you sing along to when they come on the radio.

Space are from Liverpool and to use the vernacular they’re a boss band. I thought that I would enjoy the gig but, excuse me as I’m going to gush a little here, I loved it. From the very first beat they had me, through all of the songs that I knew and the very few that I didn’t. As I said – Boss.

Space formed in 1993 when Tommy Scott and Andy Parle recruited Jamie Murphy and Kraftwerk fanatic Franny Griffiths to help translate the sounds in Tommy’s head

into music and after a couple of single releases plus some live gigs it all took off with the release of Neighbourhood, a tale of Tommy’s childhood street, in Liverpool, but with serial killers and transvestites in the starring roles.

Even if you don’t know any other Space tracks, you’ll have heard Female Of The Species, their definitive single, and an instant classic that stayed in the UK Top 40 for three months. In 1997 and 1998 they had top five hits with Avenging Angels and The Ballad Of Tom Jones, with Cerys Matthews. The single Twenty Million Miles From Earth, released in May 2004, was the last from that time before they quietly split up and went their own ways.

Speed forward to 2009 and the band members met again at the funeral of drummer, Andy Parle and discussed reforming. In 2011 they played a sell out reunion gig at the O2 Academy in Liverpool which introduced their new material and sound. 2012 saw Space working on their new album, Attack Of The Mutant 50ft Kebab and performing extensively at festivals. Jamie has since left but with front man Tommy and keyboardist, Franny along with Al on drums and Phil on bass, Space are very much back in business.

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November 7th 2015 saw Space play in Cleethorpes with support from home town boys, Chariots.

Headed by Rob Distant (think Vince Noir, from The Mighty Boosh, strutting about like Mick Jagger), Chariots’ sound is heavy/trippy Psychedelia. Their influences are definitely rooted in the 60s and this makes them good to listen to as well as being a bit different to the norm. For some reason I was reminded a bit of Ming City Rockers and Just Mammals – both favourite local bands, so that’s a compliment. Worth going out to see.

With a projection screen behind them Space were heralded onto the stage and straightaway got everyone to the front. This was the very definition of an intimate gig – with a relaxed band and an appreciative audience who, like myself, were right into the atmosphere within the first few beats. There was dancing from the off and most people didn’t stop until the music did.

I didn’t know the first song but then it was straight into the snappy Drop Dead, followed by the very popular Mister Psycho. Whatever the subject matter Space songs make you smile as you sing along to them – you just can’t help it.

This was a band that didn’t have a fancy light show, or gimmicks. The projection was low key and non-invasive.

An accent. No fuss, no faff. Not needed.

Tommy, in a plum velvet jacket and pork pie spiv hat, both soon dispensed with, needed no more than his personality and his voice to capture his audience.

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“Yer Awright? Thanks fer coming,” got a cheer and all on board.

Next up Begin Again, with the somewhat creepy lyrics: “How can I love again, Now she's gone again, I'm on that ship again, Called a sinking heart.

Oh I am so lonely, I'm the man who would kill for love.”

It’s a song with hints of Bond theme to it and Al, dextrously caught his drumsticks as he flung them out of control and just carried on stirring, not at all shaken (yes, I did notice!) as he provided a heavy beat throughout the set.

Tommy Scott on distinctive lead vocals and guitar and Phil Hartley, on bass, provided the visual movement and performance while Franny Griffiths, on keys, calmly wove the twilight musical fog that is Space into all the nooks and crannies of every track.

Various tones, were explored, from the plaintive to the intense but mainly with the signature dark, tongue firmly planted in cheek, humour that runs throughout the Space discography.

How to include one of the favourites, The Ballad of Tom Jones, without partner in crime, Cerys Matthews? Ah, the screen and a backing track, that’s how. Simply done, well done and an effective way of jumping the Cerys hurdle.

Is it good planning to follow an old favourite with a brand new outing? When it is as strong as Strange World it

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is. Combining their signature sound with a Mariachi vibe results in a Space that is a band of now, not just one with an illustrious past. Sexy, latin and mysterious, it’s instantly appealing but then manages to grow and grow on you, even more. I’d had it stuck in my head for about 3 weeks and it is now back in there with a vengeance.

I can’t wait for the rest of the album when it’s released and the Mariachi vibes kept the crowd swaying along and thankfully, no one was standing too close to me as I couldn’t keep my mouth shut – been singing it around the house for far too long for that!

Avenging Angels lived up to its name and was kickass and The Female Of The Species was as good live as you would want, or expect, it to be – excellent. Burn Down The School was on fire and Neighbourhood got everyone jumping, on stage and off.

Building up to the Space version of We Gotta Get Out Of This Place the whole gig was one of songs that captivated the crowd, even the, surprisingly few, tracks that you didn’t know.

I went to see Space expecting to enjoy the show but didn’t expect to come away buzzing feeling that they are one of the best bands that I have seen play live. To anyone that didn’t bother to go – you missed a great performance and massive respect to a band that played their hearts out for everyone that was there.

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Respect and thanks must go to The Beachcomber (www.beachcomberholidaypark.co.uk) and Solid Entertainments (www.solidentertainments.com) for bringing quality acts to Cleethorpes and a big thank you must go to Blue Soap Music for all of the background information (www.bluesoapmusic.com) It is really great to see a well known band back, with a brand new single, one that is as strong as the older, wellknown, favourites.

STELLAR! For all Space info head to www.spacetheband.co.uk Facebook: Space the Band and they’re on Twitter at @spacetheband Tracey Edges is an artist, writer and radio presenter: www.sirenonline.co.uk/section/shows/sunday-girl Twitter: @tedges

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If you're a keen furniture upcycler looking to improve your skills then an upholstery course with Sarah Brown at her Vintage Lincs workshop (situated inside Graham Chapman Classic Cars on Wilton Rd) may be just the thing for you. Sarah’s courses involve attendees working on a single item that can be finished in a single day. The cost is £55 per person including all tools and lunch and the next classes are on Saturday 24th October and Saturday 21st November. Places are limited to five so book early by calling 07925 326316 and you can find more about Vintage Lincs on page 26 of this issue.

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They have so many great events at the Whitgift Film Theatre it’s hard to know which to feature but this production of Steinbeck’s masterpiece with two of our favourite actors looks to be something special. Filmed on stage in New York it’s showing on Thursday 19th November.

For more information about this and many other excellent shows check www.whitgiftfilmtheatre.co.uk

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We don’t want to worry you but Christmas really is coming, the geese are getting fat and the Easter Eggs are rolling off the production lines (not literally). If you’re in need of a festive boost then we recommend Cleethorpes Winter Wonderland at Meridian Park which has Christmas markets, an ice rink and of course Santa. Admission is free and the event runs from Tuesday 8th – Sunday 13th December.

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If you fancy something a little different this Halloween try a trip to Grimsby Central Library where, on Friday 30th at 9am - 7.30pm and Saturday 31st October at 9am – 1pm Museums At Night 2016 will be holding a Dia de los Muertos (Day Of The Dead) themed celebration. Forget George Romero though - this is a joyful traditional Mexican festival, honouring the lives of loved ones who have passed away. There’ll be a tattoo exhibition, sugar skull face painting and more….

For more details go to www.lincsinspire.com

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The Magic Of Motown comes to The Auditorium on Friday 20th November, reliving the moment in 1965 when Diana Ross, Smokey Robinson, Stevie Wonder and The Temptations crossed the pond for a UK wide tour, marking the arrival of the Motown phenomenon on these shores. Expect great costumes and dancing and a selection of the biggest hits in musical history .

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Fusion Youth Theatre have got a lot going on over the next few weeks so here goes .....

Saturday 28th November at 7.30pm: Autumn Concert - £5 (£3 conc) Tuesday 1st December at 7.30pm: Theatre Night Goldilocks The Thief And The 9th Wave By Josie-Anne Gray - £5 (£3 Conc) Wednesday 2nd December at 5pm: Community Carols A festive evening of carols with local schools, Fusion Youth Theatre and NEL music hub - free entry Friday 4th December at 5pm: Family Christmas Crafts Come and create something personal 5pm - entry £1 Saturday 5th December at 7pm: Winter stories with Fusion Youth Theatre - £5 (£3 conc) Sunday 6th December at 2pm: Christingle, a family in partnership with Grimsby Minster - free entry Tickets from Cleethorpes Tourist Information 01472 323111 or on the door - www.fusionyouththeatre.co.uk

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here was a time when it was fashionable to take the mickey out of Cleethorpes. But with the rise of the staycation all that has changed. British holidays are back in vogue and people are prepared to appreciate the delights of the East Coast once again.

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Visitor numbers are on the rise and it’s not just the golden sands, donkeys and fish and chips that are bringing them in. It’s also the resort’s reputation for hosting first class events. From music and beer festivals through to the Carnival and 1940s and Armed Forces Weekends there’s something in town for everyone to enjoy.

Of course events alone can’t rejuvenate a whole economy and that’s where investment by local businesses has been crucial in making the resort fit for purpose in the 21st century.

With a renovated pier, a wide range of boutique retailers and a new generation of smart, modern restaurants and bars the town is firmly on the tourism maps.

In the next few pages we talk to some major local retailers and to Amy MacDonnell of Cleethorpes Tourist Information plus we pay a visit to Cleethorpes Town FC to see them take on the mighty Lashings All-Stars.

Over all it’s pretty clear that Cleethorpes is a resort that’s going up in the world - long may that continue!

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CLEETHORPES

So was that a good summer or what?

The Peoples asked Amy MacDonnell of Cleethorpes Tourist Information for her view of 2015 and of prospects for the resort in 2016 ....

Hi Amy, thanks for taking the time to talk to us.

Has it been a good year for Cleethorpes from a tourism perspective?

It certainly has. We’ve had a lot of successful events and the resort is going from strength to strength with increased visitors numbers every year. We were named Gold Winner for East Midlands In Bloom and The Pier has been restored to its former glory and reopened. We’ve had the Beach Soccer Tournament and the Colour Run and of course we’ve secured National Armed Forces Day for 2016. Cleethorpes is definitely going places and both locals and visitors have seen improvements, helping make NE Lincolnshire a great place to live, work, invest and visit.

What were the highlights of the year for the resort?

The highlights for 2015 have been the major events.

We’ve had so much on offer this year. The Race For Life kick started the season followed by some firm favourites including the Folk Festival, the Carnival, the 1940s Weekend, Armed Forces Weekend, Cleefest and Cleethorpes Scooter Rally, but for me the highlights have definitely been securing the National Armed Forces Event for 2016 and the first ever Cleethorpes Colour Run. What do you think will be the biggest and best days in Cleethorpes next year?

2016 promises to be to be quite a year, with something for everyone to enjoy. National Armed Forces Day will certainly be a date not to be missed as will the return of the Colour Run for a second year. You can check out what’s on in North East Lincolnshire by visiting visitcleethorpes.co.uk or Visit Cleethorpes on Facebook. Alternatively call in at Cleethorpes Tourist Information Centre on Alexandra Road.

Do we have anything exciting lined up for the autumn and Christmas periods?

Yes, we have lots of exciting things coming up. This October will see the first Beer Festival held at the Meridian Showground, with live entertainment and hundreds of real ales, ciders and beers. Thomas the Tank Engine will be visiting the Cleethorpes Coast Light Railway over two weekends in October and we also have the annual Halloween Spooktacular Firework Event at Pleasure Island - a night of family fun with rides in the dark and a fantastic

CLEETHORPES | ST PETER’S AVE firework display. Parkway Cinema are bringing Jack and the Beanstalk to life in their pantomime and to complete the year we have Cleethorpes Winter Wonderland 2015, a week long celebration offering unique quality products, entertainment and even an outdoor ice rink. Santa will be in attendance too, of course! Cleethorpes will really be capturing the festive spirit.

Cleethorpes Bed Shop

You’ve got a pretty good job, being involved with running all these fantastic events. Is it as much fun as it sounds?

I really do absolutely love my job. Every day is different and working with so many different stakeholders makes the job exciting, challenging and fun and everything that we do contributes to making the area a better place to live and to visit!

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CLEETHORPES Come on you

OWLS! Cleethorpes Town

versus Lashings All Stars at The Linden Homes Club

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leethorpes Town FC have come a long way since their foundation (under the name Lincolnshire Soccer School) by ex-Grimsby Town player Tommy Watson as a training project for local youngsters. The club expanded rapidly, gaining recognition from the Football League for their youth work, setting up their first adult team in 2003 and becoming the biggest football club in NE Lincolnshire.

They’ve got plenty of silverware to show for their efforts, having won the Lincs League and Challenge Cup in 2011-12 and the Northern Counties East League in 2013-14. In 2015 they

beat Willand Rovers at Bristol to lift the Toolstation Cup – their biggest achievement to date.

The club has almost 40 teams, including more than 30 juniors, plus adult sides for men and women and six a side teams and they’re famous for their commitment to grassroots football and for raising money for good causes.

At present they’re based at Bradley Pitches but plans are afoot to return to their spiritual home, the Linden Homes Club, which is where we went to see them take on the mighty Lashings All Stars, featuring the likes of Luther Blissett, Des Walker and Phil Babb. Lashings ran out the winners by the odd eight goals in ten but that wasn’t really the point with hundreds of pounds raised for charity and a fantastic time had by all.

If you’re interested in football skills and joining a team, or you know someone who is, then find Cleethorpes Town via their website at www.pitchero.com or call Craig Kendall on 07540 439553.

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MAKING THE VIEW MORE BEAUTIFUL

A&D CURTAINS CELEBRATE THEIR FIRST ANNIVERSARY IN THEIR HIGHGATE PREMISES

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hen A&D Curtains moved from the Avenue to Highgate it might have seemed like a bit of a risk, but one year on proprietor Julie Smith is in no doubt that it was the right decision.

“People have learned where we are,” she explains, “and we have parking space behind the shop which is very convenient. It’s turned out to be an ideal location.”

The new shop is certainly a lovely place to visit, bursting at the seams with top quality fabrics and home furnishings from big brands like Iliv, Clarke and Clarke, Belfield and Ashley Wilde along with a superb range of gift wares.

In many cases there are ranges of wallpaper and bedding to co-ordinate with your choice of fabric and they also have extensive ranges of nets and voiles, tracks, poles and accessories.

Particularly fashionable at the moment are roman blinds which they manufacture to order.

A&D offer a free measuring service although they do request that customers visit the shop to look at their range before making a booking.

So if you’re thinking about trying a new look for your home interiors why not make A&D Curtains your first port of call and make your view a bit more beautiful.

make the view more beautiful bespoke curtains & roman blinds free quotations, home visits available a huge range of fabrics to choose from tracks & poles, quality nets & voiles plus a lovely range of giftware!

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CLEETHORPES | SEA VIEW STREET

Welcome

to JK’s and Lily and Me two superb gift emporiums, filled with superb ranges of clothes, toys, jewellery, artwork, candles and much more, run by a mother and daughter team for whom nothing is too much trouble and situated right next to each other on Sea View Street, so that ....

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TWO ADJOINING SHOPS MEANS

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f there’s anything nicer than a lovely shop full of fabulous things it can only be two lovely shops full of fabulous things right next door to each other and that’s exactly what you get in Sea View Street thanks to mother and daughter team Davinia and Kiera Lacey, proprietors of Lily And Me and JK’s.

Lily and Me is a children’s boutique filled with wonderful things for the special little people in your life including toys

by Orange Tree, Moulin Roty and Le Toy Van, designer childrenswear by Little Darlings, Miranda, Pretty Originals and Mimpi, stunningly beautiful footwear by Lelli Kelly and FitFlop and lots more.

It’s not just treats for the youngsters either - there are bags and scarves and crockery and candles - something for everyone who loves a little bit of style in their lives.

The business is named for Davinia’s mother, whose photograph hangs above the fireplace at the back of the shop, in tribute to the guidance and inspiration she gave in her lifetime.

From Lily And Me it’s just a step next door into JK’s, a treasury of gorgeousness with jewellery by Celia Rose, pottery by Emma Bridgewater, Bomb cosmetics, gorgeous artwork by Patrice Murciano and toiletries by Kaffe Fassett.

We could go on for hours but we won’t, you’ll just have to pay a visit (or take like our page a look at their Facebook to receive 10% discount on full pages) and see for yourself. priced items Either way you’re in for a real treat so enjoy!

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CLEETHORPES | CAMBRIDGE STREET KNIT AND NATTER AND LEARN

SO MUCH MORE THAN JUST A WOOL SHOP

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Good Yarn, in Cambridge Street, Cleethorpes is much more than just a wool shop. Opened four years ago by Kate Roberts it’s also a place for learning skills and getting ideas and inspiration and it’s a social hub – a place where people can pop in to knit and natter.

Kate explains: “What people are interested in today is knitting as craft. When you knit for someone it is so much more than just clothing. It’s a gesture, a message, it’s showing your feelings for someone.”

Not long ago knitting and crocheting were thought of as dying arts, but now that retro is cool again, both crafts have taken on a new lease of life.

Kate has a steady stream of visitors, young and not so young, who want to learn the basics and take up knitting as a hobby.

She offers courses and classes for beginners and for experienced knitters and crocheters and of course stocks a fantastic range of wools, needles and patterns - everything the knitter could need!

Top brands include yarns by Sirdar, Rowan and Bergere de France and patterns

by Debbie Bliss and Sarah Hatton so next time your wool basket is empty why not take a trip down to A Good Yarn and see what they have on offer.

Happy knitting!

Gifts vouchers and workshop vouchers now available! Also knitting or crochet notions, project bags and needle rolls, books and many more fabulous Christmas gift ideas.

WANT TO MAKE SURE OF YOUR PERFECT PRESENT THIS YEAR? CALL INTO THE SHOP AND FILL OUT A WISH LIST!!

Workshops at A Good Yarn Next Steps in Crochet Sunday 25th October 10.30am to 4.30pm This workshop is perfect for developing crochet skills in time to make gorgeous gifts or to keep you busy over Christmas. £40 includes materials, refreshments and lunch

Christmas Baubles Wednesday 4th November 11am - 3pm Learn how to knit personalised baubles for your Christmas tree. Suitable for beginners. You only need to know how to knit and purl. £20 includes materials and refreshments

Snowflakes and Garlands Sunday 13th December 10.30am to 4.30pm A lovely Christmassy day learning to crochet gorgeous snowflakes or create a beautiful knitted Christmas garland. Basic knitting or crochet skills required. £40 includes materials, refreshments and festive lunch

A Good Yarn knitting, crochet and so much more

Cambridge St, Cleethorpes 01472 508707 www.agoodyarn.co.uk

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THE NIGHTS ARE DRAWING IN why not treat yourself to a few days away on a Hough’s of Lincolnshire coach holiday?

HALF BOARD TOURS IN OCTOBER 19th October The Good Old Days

31st October Murder & Mystery

Staying at the Lion Hotel, Criccieth with excursions including Anglesey Llandudno and Porthmadog, a ride on the Ffestiniog Railway and great entertainment from the 50s & 60s - £299 for 5 days

2 days staying at Scalford Hall for an evening of mystery and suspense.

Book if you dare!

Includes free time in Melton Mowbray and Lincoln £99 for 2 days (SRS £15)

5 DAY TURKEY & TINSEL All including dinner, bed & breakfast

2nd November – Dunoon

£279

2nd, 23rd & 30th November - The Trossachs

£159

9th November – Devon

£279

staying at the 3* Esplanade Hotel and with excursions to Luss & Ballock, Cruachan and Oban

staying at the Rob Roy Hotel and with included scenic excursion and 2 optional trips to Callander & Sterling and Perth at £10pp per trip

staying at the Hotel de la Mer with excursions to Totnes, Dartmouth & Exeter

9th & 16th November – Folkestone

staying at the Grand Burstin Hotel with included day trip to Cite de Europe in Calais and 2 optional trips to Canterbury & Rochester at £10pp per trip

16th November – Blackpool

staying at the Carousel Hotel with included excursions to Morecambe, Southport, Lytham St Annes & day at leisure in Blackpool

23rd November – ALL INCLUSIVE in Loch Lomond

staying at the 3* Winnock Hotel with a scenic drive around Loch Lomond and a trip to Edinburgh for their fabulous Christmas Market

£169 £259 £299 SRS £56

Give us a call for more details or check out our website www.houghsoflincolnshire.info 3 DAY BREAKS ALL WITH 2 NIGHTS DBB 6th November, 4th & 11th December British & Continental Shoppers staying at the Grand Burstin Hotel, Folkestone, includes day trip to the Cite de Europe in Calais

13th November - Durham Lumiere

staying at the 3* Blackwell Grange Hotel. An amazing and spectacular bi-annual event lighting up the city of Durham. Includes free time in Wetherby.

27th November - Castle Howard Christmas & York St Nicholas Fayre

staying at the Holiday Inn Leeds/Brighouse. Includes a day in York for the Christmas Market and entrance into Castle Howard with its breathtaking Christmas interior

28th November - Birmingham Tattoo staying at the Holiday Inn, Birmingham free time in Stoke on Trent, Birmingham and ticket for the matinee performance of the Birmingham Tattoo

30th November - Wicksteed Park

staying at the 4* Hinckley Island Hotel, with free time in Newark on Trent & Leicester and entrance into Wicksteed Park for their fabulous show with Christmas lunch and afternoon tea included

£99

FANTASTIC FESTIVE DAY TRIPS!

£169 £169 SRS £40 £169 SRS £30 £175 SRS £40

28th October Just Whitby - £13 29th November York Christmas Market - £13 8th December Christmas at Beamish with lunch included - £38 9th December Castle Howard at Christmas (entrance inc) - £24 12th December Millstones Xmas lunch entertainment, afternoon tea & mince pies - £35 13th December Scarborough Fair Collection Christmas Show - £22 13th December Beverley Festival of Christmas - £12

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STYLE

VINTAGE LINCS OPEN FOR BUSINESS

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surface smoothly and easily with no preparation needed.

Sarah also makes bespoke hand finished roman blinds and curtains and undertakes upholstery commissions. For those who would like to learn the art of upholstery, she offers classes in her workshop - details on page 12.

So if you would like to add some classic chic to your home why not pay Sarah a visit at Car Corner and if you take the voucher on this page along with you, you’ll get a 10% discount. A classic bargain.

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Sarah is a fashion designer and upholsterer, based at Graham Chapman Classic Cars on Wilton Road, and her shop is full of lovingly restored furniture and homewares alongside a selection of modern pieces.

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or owners of classic and sports cars and bikes, especially those without access to secure garage facilities, the arrival of winter will always pose a dilemma.

Do you leave your pride and joy out in all weathers, exposed to wind rain and possible vandalism, or do you cover it up with so many layers of tarpaulin that when a bright weekend finally arrives it seems like too much trouble to unwrap and go for a spin?

With new classic car care packages from Graham Chapman Classic Cars your problems are solved. At their new premises at Car Corner on Wilton Road they can accommodate your vehicle, keeping it covered, clean, dry and warm for as long as you need. And if you want to go out for a drive, just give them a ring to let them know you’re coming and your car will be waiting for you when you arrive, all ready to go.

There are four levels of service available, depending on whether or not you want your vehicle’s battery to be attached to a conditioner and if you want regular fluid checks and runs out to make sure that everything beneath the bonnet is kept in perfect working order.

And if you’re in the market for buying a classic car then Graham always has a range of vehicles in stock including right now a fantastic bright red Morgan Plus 4 2 litre which was driven for three months by Prince Charles as part of a charity project. There is also a range of vehicles for hire, including the famous Italian Job Minis, a gorgeous cream 1958 Morris Minor, and a 1980 T2 Bentley. There’s also a super elegant 1978 Bentley Azure for weddings, but no self drive on this one, sorry to say.

In addition to all of this Graham still offers MOTs, servicing and restoration so if you’re interested in classic cars then Graham Chapman’s is the place to be - for sales, hire, service and storage. Everything you could ever need under one roof.

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CHIMNEY SWEEPS

Let’s be honest, chimneys are a mystery to most of us.

Smoke goes up.

Santa comes down.

What more do we need to know?

We asked the experts, Nik Dawson and Becky Bell

The Peoples: So let’s start with an obvious question. Why do I need my chimney swept? Is it really all that important?

Nik: Chimneys need to be kept clear to allow the free passage of dangerous combustion gasses. Regular sweeping will remove soot, bird nests, cobwebs and any other blockages.

Chimney sweeping will also increase the efficiency of some heating appliances.

Becky: Sweeping helps to prevent chimney fires, reduces the risk of dangerous fume emissions from and assists complete combustion of fuel.

How often should my chimney be swept to keep it working smoothly?

Nik: The sweep frequency will depend on a number of factors which include the type of fuel used, the type of appliance, the duration of regular use, the moisture content of wood fuels and the type of chimney you have. Generally speaking, once a year is fine.

Do I need a sweep if I have a gas fire?

Nik: Although burning gas does not normally deposit soot, there are still numerous other problems which can affect chimney function which sweeping can solve or identify. It will also help with the prevention of chimney fires and even reduce the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.

Becky: A clean chimney is a safer and more efficient chimney. It’s not just about soot, it’s about safety so yes a gas fire chimnet still needs regular sweeping.

Sometimes my chimney smokes into my room. Why does this happen?

Nik: There could be a number of reasons for this, from cold weather to birds nests. It certainly needs checking out. Give me a call and I'll come and see!

Does chimney sweeping cause a lot of mess?

Nik: Absolutely not. A good sweep takes a pride in doing a clean sweep! The fireplace is sealed prior to sweeping so mess is kept to a minimum!

How long does a sweep take and how much will it cost?

Nik: A standard sweep normally takes 45 minutes to an hour, and prices start from £30, which is a lot less than most people expect!

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GREEN ENERGY

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t seems like the time has finally arrived where the majority of people understand that climate change is real and that the world needs to take action but for many people it seems like just that. Something the world should do. There sometimes doesn’t seem to be much point in taking action on your own. After all, what real practical difference can one person make?

Want to cut your carbon footprint?

Solar can help but the time to act really is now!

The answer is that an individual can make a big difference – and even do themselves some good in the process. Take solar panels as an example. They work by generating electricity from a flow of electrons between sheets of ionised silicon – it’s called a photovoltaic effect – but aside from the mumbo jumbo the point is that however much energy you generate from sunlight, that’s a chunk of electricity that doesn’t have to come from fossil fuel burning. Good for the planet.

Even better than that is the fact that when you generate your own electricity and feed your surplus back into the National Grid, the government pays you for doing it. So your solar system pays for itself and eventually even turns a profit. Good for you.

The problem is that the Feed In Tariff, the rate you get paid for the electricity you generate is about to be cut drastically – from nearly 13p per kWh to under 2p per kWh. Not so good. But there is still time to qualify for the higher rate and once you’ve qualified it’s guaranteed for twenty years – plenty long enough to make your money back on your set up costs.

So if you’ve been thinking about solar for a while but haven’t made your mind up yet, now is a good time to get the information you need to make a decision.

Impartial information and advice is available through Ofgen at www.ofgem.gov.uk/ environmental-programmes and there are also excellent resources at the Which magazine website www.which.co.uk.

Between them they should help you find out what system is right for you and advise you how to make sure you get the benefit of the higher tariffs. But don’t delay, the clock, powered by home generated green energy, really is ticking!

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HALLOWEEN

Costume ready?

Pumpkin carved?

They’d better be, because here comes

Halloween!

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alloween is a time of celebration and superstition, a festival of transition, marking not only the change from life to death but also from summer to winter, from plenty to scarcity and from Paganism to Christianity.

The festival is believed to have its origins in the ancient Celtic rites of Samhain, which marked the beginning of winter. Costumes were worn, bonfires lit to ward off evil spirits and in some areas people would go from house to house in disguise, often riding hobby horses, singing and being given food in return. Homes which gave generously were considered to have guaranteed themselves luck for the next six months until spring came round again. This practice, known as guising, is the probable origin of trick or treating.

In Ireland the carving of turnips into human faces became popular during the middle ages and, once the Americas

had been discovered, the pumpkin became the sculptors’ vegetable of choice and the Jack o’Lantern was launched onto an unsuspecting world.

In the 8th century, Pope Gregory III declared November 1st to be All Saints Day, (or All Hallows Day), a time to honour saints and martyrs.

The evening before was known as All Hallows’ Eve which, in time, was shortened to Halloween.

Scholars are divided as to how much of the ancient pagan tradition became part of the Christian festival but one of the new traditions that developed was ‘souling’ - the baking and giving of soul cakes in honour of one’s ancestors. Groups of poor people would often go from door to door, collecting soul cakes in return for the offering of prayers for the departed.

As part of this process candles would be lit - soul lights to guide the spirits on their journey to heaven - and church bells would ring out to cheer them on their way.

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Nowadays of course Halloween is most associated with fancy dress and trick or treating, a custom which first developed in the USA and has gradually spread back into Europe, and Halloween is a major festival all round the world.

The biggest Halloween parade is the annual New York Parade. It’s one of America’s only major nighttime parades and attracts more than 60,000 costumed participants and 2 million spectators. More than 100 million people watch on television.

In Latin America the day is often celebrated as La Dia de los Muertos ( the Day Of The Dead) and if you’d like to find out more about that then check page 12 of this magazine for details of Day Of The Dead events at the Central Library.

Anyway whatever you choose to do on Halloween, have fun, stay safe and try not to get turned into a frog.

Halloween Puzzles

There’s nothing sadder than a There are ten differences between Jack o’Lantern trapped in a maze. these two images. Can you find Help him find his way out. them all? The answers are nowhere.

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FIVE AWARDS FOR BIG FISH BRAND

AT THE GREAT TASTE AWARDS 2015 If you’re a bit of a foodie then you won’t need us to tell you that the Great Taste Awards are something special.

They’re the world’s most coveted blind tasted food awards, presented by The Guild Of Fine Foods, and they’ve just announced that our good friends at Big Fish Brand have been awarded stars for five of their products which will now be able to carry the prestigious gold and black Great Taste logo to show that they are among the winners!

The awards were judged by hundreds of top food critics, chefs, cooks, restaurateurs and producers including Masterchef judge and restaurant critic Charles Campion, TV presenter and cook Aggie Mackenzie, Great British Bake Off winner Frances Quinn, Masterchef the Professionals finalist, Adam Handling, and food buyers from Harrods, Selfridges, Waitrose and Marks & Spencer.

The Big Fish Brand products awarded stars were their Organic Salmon Fillets and four products from their marinated range - Salmon Fillets in Thai, BBQ, Mint and Sweet Chilli marinades.

It’s the second year that the Eastern Thai Salmon has been selected for an award, a fact of which the team behind the products are especially proud.

The awards were presented on September 7th at a ceremony at The Royal Garden Hotel, London with two directors of the company, husband and wife Andrew and Louise Coulbeck in attendance (pictured right), to see their family run business recognised for its excellence.

So congratulations to Big Fish and JCS from all of us here at The Peoples and we look forward to bringing you further news of the company’s success because after all, frozen is the new fresh!

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HOME IMPROVEMENT

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n an age of rising house prices and dwindling mortgage availability it’s not surprising that the housing market in recent years has seen a trend away from buying, selling and moving and towards staying put and improving.

Some of us have the DIY skills to do a good deal of the work ourselves, but for most people it’s a case of getting the experts in.

On these pages you’ll find tradesman who’ll be glad to discuss your requirements with you and give you a quote but according to research from Zopa, the peer to peer lending people, it pays to be choosy about exactly what you invest in.

It’s possible that something that you think is the bees knees will actually lose your property value by leaving potential buyers worrying how much it will cost them to rip it out. So what should you go for to get the maximum return on your investment?

Rule number one: Add space.

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Rule number three: Improve what you have.

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Rule number four: Don’t be too wacky.

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GARDENS

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rees are so useful in the garden but many people shy away from using them and that’s a shame because trees are so versatile.

They come in all shapes and sizes and can be used to add structure, colour and movement to the garden. From flowering cherries and crab apples to evergreen yews, there are trees to suit every taste and there’s a wide variety of leaf sizes, shapes and colours to choose from. Some flower magnificently in spring while others offer brilliant autumn colour or bright fruit or berries.

Trees can be selected for all soil types including very wet and dry land and if you choose the right variety they can tolerate acid, chalky, sandy and clay soils.

Trees are best planted in between October and April in well dug soil with plenty of composted vegetable material.

Dig a hole that is wider than the root ball but not deeper and consider using a stake to support the plant for the first couple of years. Water regularly while the tree is young and keep an eye open for signs disease and hey ho you’re on your way to an arboretum because once you get the tree bug there’ll be no stopping you.

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Keep at least a quarter of a tank of fuel at all times to avoid running out if DON’T GET CAUGHT BY SURPRISE caught in long delays in bad weather.

Use an ice scraper and/or de-icer stranded in freezing conditions. s we put this magazine spray to clear a frozen windscreen together the sun is shining Stock up for emergencies and long rather than using hot water, which and it’s a lovely autumn day delays in cold weather. Prepare a can crack the windscreen. Use the but just this morning the weather kit with basic items such as coats, blankets, water, food, atlas or satnav blowers and air conditioning to clear lady was warning about a severe and a torch. Also remember to keep a condensation on the inside. cold snap on the way. fully-charged mobile phone and in-car When driving in snow, use a high gear Trouble is, at this time of year the to avoid wheel spin. If stuck, keep the charger to report breakdowns and weather can change quickly and it’s wheels straight and move forwards important not to get taken by surprise emergencies if necessary. and backwards gently to get traction.

Wear comfortable, dry shoes for - so it’s time for our annual reminder driving. Cumbersome, snow covered Take care, stay warm and just try to to get your car checked out - either remember that it’s only for six months boots will slip on the pedals. by yourself or by a professional (see Check your tyres for adequate tread or so. page right for our favourites).

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Check your lights, mirrors and windows are completely clear before you set off. Visibility is crucial. Top your screen wash up and use a proper additive.

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Grimsby’s first Urban Arts Festival brings a splash of music, dance and colour to St James Square

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here was plenty for the whole family to enjoy on September 19th when the inaugural Grimsby Urban Arts Festival brought a big slice of hip hop culture to St James Square – including epic graffiti art, DJing and a fantastic display of break dancing from the Leeds based troupe Blood Masterz.

The festival, organised by renowned local graffitist Lyns Powles and Paula Denton of Denton Associates, drew internationally celebrated artists from all over the country and while the beats rang out and rhymes were busted in the shadow of the Minster a fascinated crowd looked on as stunning works of art were created from scratch on walls and boards in the St James House undercroft. Since it was also Talk Like A Pirate Day it was fitting that the most prominent position went to Grimsby artist Tens and Dime One from North Wales with their magnificent ghost ship design.

Meanwhile inside the church there were craft stalls, a Minecraft and Virtual Graffiti display, an exhibition of original artworks and photographic memories of local graffiti of the past, including several pieces that once graced the walls surrounding Ainslie Street Rec. In the afternoon the adult members of Fusion Youth Theatre gave the debut performance of their new physical theatre production Goldilocks The Thief.

A fascinating and exciting day and the plans are already being drawn up for the 2016 festival, so if you missed in this year just make sure you’re there next time!

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MUSIC

If You Were Real You’d Do Your Own Stunts: Not Tonight And The Headaches launch their new album at The Yardbirds

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t was a big night down at The Yardbirds on September 26th as pop punk quartet Not Tonight And The Headaches threw a party to celebrate the release of their new album, If You Were Real You’d Do Your Own Stunts, released on the Boss Tuneage label.

Marking a move towards a poppier, more radio friendly style the album is full of great melodies and irresistible hooks and it features guest vocals

by Adam Lee of China Drum on Goodbye Kiss and Falter Ego. Adam turned up at the launch to reprise his studio performance, (that’s him in the middle of the picture above) and with support from The State Of Art, Dynamite, Dynamite and The Siknotes a good time was had by all. Nice one gentlemen.

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