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Has the weather finally turned, and will we get that delightful sunshine we all so desire over the summer? I do hope so, it makes such a difference to us all. Daichi visited Scotland last month and indeed the sun did shine, amongst some rain, but nevertheless it was not bad! We loved the trip and you can read all about it inside. Do you have a trip planned this summer or are you going to stay in our beautiful British Isles and enjoy some home comforts? We will be staying local, so let’s see where Daichi takes us next…
As always we have great trades and services inside your local magazine. They are all here for you, for advice and help and creating the space you want in your environment. Each would love to hear from you, so do pick up the phone or send an email. Stephen, myself and the girls who make the call, as well of course all the local trades and businesses really appreciate all that you do to keep our local economy and services going! Times are interesting and the more we can work together, the better we will all do. I am a big believer in that.
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Environmental charity Keep Britain Tidy has today announced the winners of the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Awards for summer 2023, and among them is Weymouth Beach!
This year Weymouth Beach met the high standard required to be awarded the Blue Flag and Seaside Award.
Cllr Kate Wheller, Mayor of Weymouth, said: “I am very proud to see Weymouth once again retain the prestigious Blue Flag and Seaside Award, and I am grateful to our staff who work so hard to maintain these incredibly high standards.
“Visitors are already booking Weymouth as the destination for their summer holiday. These awards are why visitors have returned to our coastline over generations and give confidence to those visiting us for the first time. They know they are choosing to visit one of the safest and cleanest beaches anywhere in the UK.”
Keep Britain Tidy’s Chief Executive, Allison Ogden-Newton OBE, added: “Visitors to a beach flying a Blue Flag or Seaside Award can be assured the beach will be clean, safe and meet the highest environmental standards, as well as international bathing water quality standards.
“The Blue Flag is the world’s most recognised award for beaches and marinas and, to qualify, each applicant must meet and maintain a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety and accessibility criteria.
“We’d therefore like to recognise and applaud all those who have worked so hard to protect and improve some of our best-loved and most popular beaches. The collective efforts of beach managers, volunteers, residents and businesses all contribute to the success of these sites in achieving the incredibly high standards demanded.”
The Blue Flag and Seaside Awards are aimed at improving the quality of England’s coastline and promoting the country’s best beaches. Blue Flag is an international award managed by Keep Britain Tidy on behalf of the Foundation for Environmental Education. It is only presented to well-managed beaches with water quality defined as ‘excellent’ under the EU Bathing Water Directive and environmental education programmes, while Seaside Awards are presented to the best beaches in England and celebrate the quality and diversity of our coastline.
Among the criteria beaches are assessed against are:
• Safety and services, such as first aid, lifeguards where necessary
• Environmental information including displaying details about local eco systems
• Water quality – Blue Flag beaches must meet the ‘excellent’ water quality standard as set out in the EU bathing water directive and Seaside Award winners must meet the ‘sufficient’ standard.
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I am delighted to have been elected as the new Mayor of Weymouth and I am excited to see what the next year will entail.
We’re into June already, and I’m getting ready for some fantastic engagements and events that are coming up in Weymouth this month, but my mayoral duties began in May when I attended the Community Expo. It was great to see all the organisations and charities that do good work in Weymouth represented across the different stalls. It was a very successful event that will hopefully be on again in 2024.
I am looking forward to attending Natural England’s King Charles III Coast Path event which Weymouth Town Council is supporting. The event which celebrates the coast path is on Sunday 11th June at the Nothe Gardens. It’s a free, family-friendly day where you can try out various activities such as abseiling, yoga, or immerse yourself in storytelling, learn about local biodiversity and marine habitats and even walk a stretch of the England Coast Path with local guides from Natural England. This event is designed to connect people with nature through a variety of fun activities.
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Later in the month I will be attending Weymouth Town Council’s Armed Forces Weekend, which is a celebration of our Armed Forces, past, present and future.
On Saturday 17th June there will be displays of military vehicles, music and stands at the Pavilion Forecourt and Esplanade. On Sunday 18th June there will be a service and parade followed by displays and band performances on Weymouth Seafront. And on Monday 19th June there will be a flag raising ceremony at the Weymouth Town Council Offices at 10.30am.
I am looking forward to meeting many residents and visitors to our town over the coming year!
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The work and the ways of Jake Gyllenhaal.
It would be hard to find a more serious and articulate observer of his profession than Jake Gyllenhaal. He goes about every role with deep consideration, flawless delivery and unparalleled commitment. Yet for the 42-year-old star of Brokeback Mountain, Southpaw, Donnie Darko, Spider-Man: Far From Home and Wildlife, the action is involuntary.
“I made a decision a while ago to push everything else aside and see acting as a craft… which sounds up there you know,” he laughs, “but if you look at any of the greats, they fully commit. And when you watch those fully committing, it’s inspiring, it’s moving.
“That’s a priority for me, because the way you grow as an individual is by forcing yourself to exit your comfort zone. For me, life is all about discovery and risk and exploring new aspects of yourself as well as the world in general.”
In over two decades of producing cinema of improbably high calibre, Gyllenhaal, who is the brother of actress Maggie, is keenly aware of the inflated status of actors in the context of modern celebrity culture.
“The thing that really drives me as an actor is my curiosity,” says Gyllenhaal. “I’m far less adventurous in my own life, and my work gives me the ability to exceed my normal boundaries and explore things about myself that I wouldn’t do otherwise.”
In the immediate foreground is Road House, a brilliant remake of the Patrick Swayze movie from 1989.
“I bulked up a bit for the movie, but generally speaking, have tried to keep my shape since doing the likes of Southpaw and Prisoners,” he says. “It’s been a process of looking after myself and taking satisfaction out of how I look and the power and focus being built gives me, so it wasn’t too difficult to get into the right mode for this one.
“Southpaw was a ‘six hours a
day’ dedication – I don’t think I could go through that again for any film!”
Road House puts Gyllenhaal back into box office central, although the actor is keen to state he is about much more than big-money productions. He is at a stage in his career when it seems he has little to prove… and if there is something, it’s purely to himself.
“I find that as an individual I learn so much from looking at the world differently when I work on a film. I constantly feel the need to challenge myself, and I make sure I listen to my instincts.
“I believe we should all do that – follow the clues, follow your heart; and stay happy.”
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While we yearn over elegant, expressive and engaging interiors, it’s easy sometimes to forget that they are nothing without ensuring their preservation, with mould one of the biggest threats for ruining the home you’ve lovingly invested in over the years.
Mould is a common scourge in many homes, and it can pose a variety of health risks if left untreated.
Not only can it cause respiratory problems and allergies, it can also lead to structural damage; and as for that duck egg designer wallpaper – forget it.
As with most things, when it comes to tackling this ghastly black, green or white pest, prevention is better than cure, and once you’ve treated the problem, there are various actions you can take to prevent the fungus from becoming a recurring unwanted guest.
Mould thrives in areas that attract excess moisture, such as bathrooms, kitchens, and basements. It can also emerge as the result of water
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Before you can tackle the mould, identify the source and address it. Fix any leaks or water damage, improve ventilation in damp areas, and invest in a dehumidifier to reduce moisture levels.
Use a solution of water and bleach (1 cup bleach to 4 litres of water) or a commercial mould cleaner to remove the mould from hard surfaces like walls, floors, and tiles. Be sure to wear protective gear such as gloves and a mask, and open windows for ventilation. Avoid using a vacuum cleaner, which can spread mould spores throughout your home.
Use a fan or dehumidifier to dry out the room and ensure that all surfaces are completely dry before moving on to the next step.
If you’re serious about preventing mould from recurring, you will want to paint the affected areas with mould-resistant paint.
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We look back and celebrate 75 years since the arrival of the SS Empire Windrush to Tilbury Dock in London, in June 1948 – a seminal moment in the immediate post-war rebuild, and beyond that in the evolution of the UK’s cultural path.
“That’s the extraordinary thing about this ship – it takes you into the currents of history… The Windrush sailed all the way through them.” –
The ship now commonly known as the Empire Windrush was originally built as a transatlantic cruiser by German-Jewish shipbuilders Blohm & Voss, and was christened the Monte Rosa, in 1930s Hamburg.
The vessel was captured by the British during World War II, and by 1948 was one of the most startling reinventions of freedom imaginable, as it delivered 492 migrants from the Caribbean, docking in Essex.
Many of the passengers were former servicemen who served their wartime in the country they had now travelled to. They represented the initial wave of desperately needed post-war labour designed to help get Britain back on its feet.
When its travellers eventually disembarked, around 230 were given accommodation in a deep air-raid shelter beneath Clapham Common, while the rest had already arranged work and a place to live upon their arrival.
While some immediately flourished in their new surroundings, for others work was harder to find, despite many being overqualified for jobs. While the UK had owed a huge debt of gratitude to those who had joined its war effort, the conflict had cemented a feeling of self-preservation and selfprotection, and that extended to the jobs market where some employers only wanted to look after their own.
Over time, and as more arrived from foreign shores, a fair spread of job opportunities presented itself, not least because the country was powering behind a rebuild that required labourers in food, iron and steel production, coal, expansion of the capital’s public transport and, of course, the newly-formed NHS.
While the Windrush Generation made huge contributions to the society that already existed in Britain, many set about making waves of their own.
Wind forward and AfroCaribbean community has made an enormous contribution to British culture through music, sport, education, the arts, politics and, of course, culinary genius; and those influences on the very fabric of British life is now recognised every year in the form of Windrush Day, on June 22nd.
In 1948, the fallout from the conflict was a decimated economy, and a nation short of housing, industry and workers.
The arrival of that boat to a bleak and rather inhospitable Tilbury Docks signified not just a ray of sunshine for those on board, but the country as a whole.
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Back after a 3-year break, The National Lottery Community Fund, ITV, UTV and the Sunday Mail (in Scotland) have teamed up to give the public a chance to decide how National Lottery funding should be put to good use in their local area.
MYTIME Young Carers is one of five groups in the Meridian West in the running for a share of almost £250,000 of funding. If successful, MYTIME Young Carers will invest every penny of the £70,000 prize money straight into their Making Memories Programme.
The programme is all about promoting and preserving their mental well-being and provides young carers from all over Dorset with chances to take some muchneeded time out from their caring responsibilities, experience new things and encourage young carers to get active and connect with the great outdoors.
Young Carer Jack (aged 11) says “I have the best time at MYTIME’s activity
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How to enjoy summer without the excess environmental waste it can often create.
Summer is a season that brings excitement, energy and opportunity at every turn. From outdoor barbecues to beach trips, it’s a time of year when people tend to do more, spend more and, unfortunately, waste more than usual.
Here are some practical ways by which we can reduce our environmental impact and save money during the summer months.
Summer can be a time when people use a lot of energy to keep cool. To reduce your energy consumption, consider fans instead of air conditioning, take showers instead of baths and use your oven as little as possible.
You can also close your blinds or curtains during the hottest part of the day to keep your home cool, and switch to LED lightbulbs which as well as being more energy efficient, also give off less heat.
Summer is a great time for fresh fruits and vegetables, but such buoyant supply can often lead to us overbuying. To reduce food waste, plan your meals in advance and only buy what you need.
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While it can be tempting to take that long-haul holiday or campervan road trip, planes and cars are costly and produce a lot of emissions. So why not pick a destination you can reach by train or coach instead? And where possible, try to commit to walking or cycling short distances, rather than driving.
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For the first time ever, SISATA’s exciting new adaptation of The Tempest will be setting the world of the play within Dorset’s very own Portland.
Portland-based actor Anna Takashima shared:
“Portland has this almost mystical island quality, so it does feel quite comparable with a lot of ‘The Tempest’. It’s so interesting the connections, the will of nature, and the mystical and spiritual aspects. As well as the contemporary issues of climate change, ocean plastics and the incinerator. Because the project has been so inspired by Portland, for me as a Portlander, I think it’s nice to be able to share the Portland experience to a wider audience. And especially describing these themes of the impact of climate change on coastal communities, and reaching a wider audience with those messages.”
The all-Dorset-based cast will be touring this outdoor production of The Tempest throughout the UK this summer, ending with a showstopping finale at Portland Castle, where members of the Portland Community will become part of the show.
Dorchester’s Alastair Simpson (playing the role of Caliban) said
“It’s been great discovering more about this island, this community that is close geographically to where I’ve grown up, but somewhere I didn’t really know much about”
Hopefully by the end of this three month tour, audiences nationwide will discover more about the Portland experience for themselves and be made aware of the severe impact of climate change on coastal communities such as this.
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Spring into summer by planting your own salad vegetables to enjoy over the warmer months.
As the weather warms up, consider planting these super salad plants to ensure that you have fresh and healthy ingredients on hand this year whenever you need them.
A salad staple, lettuce is also one of the easiest salad plants to grow, and it can be sown directly into the soil in the spring and summer months. There are many different types of lettuce to choose from, including crisphead, butterhead, and looseleaf.
Lettuce prefers cool weather and partial shade, so make sure to keep it well-watered during hot spells.
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Peppery and vibrant, the leaf also known as arugula adds a lot of flavour to any dish and is quick to grow. Just be sure (as with all fresh veg) to give it a good wash before you serve it.
You may think radishes are rad; or you may think they taste very, very bad. Regardless, this crunchy and peppery root vegetable is easy to grow and can go from seed to serve in as little as four weeks. Offering a decent dose of vitamin C, these red rebels can add flavour and texture to salads, are strangely superb on toast, and can be pickled to enjoy later. Just make sure you plant them in welldraining soil.
When it comes to livening up dull dishes, the humble spring onion is a powerhouse of flavour and versatility.
Spruce up stir-fries, make a delightful dip or even whizz up a delicious summertime soup.
Another good thing about these awesome alliums is that they require very little space or soil, making them ideal for pots and even windowsills.
Spinach may be known for its super-strength giving properties, but the plant itself is rather sensitive, requiring six weeks of cool weather from seeding to harvest.
Be sure to keep your plants in the shade, and well-watered during this time.
Once harvested however, you should have an abundance of nutrient-rich leafy greens that can be used in salads, smoothies, and soups.
Spice up your life with Mizuna, a Japanese salad green that has a slightly fiery and peppery taste. For a continuous supply of leaves, sow small batches regularly and thin out the seedlings along the row to prevent overcrowding – for example 10–15cm (4–6in) apart for regular pickings of small leaves.
You’ll be pleased to know that it isn’t particularly hard to grow chard. A stunningly beautiful and vibrant plant that loves the sun and takes up very little space, its glorious colouring will also complement the late summer blooms in your flowerbeds.
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Gemini was founded 1990 and has continued going strength to strength, competing Nationally and Internationally. The team currently has 20 members, who are based in Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth.
This year 5 members of the team have been selected to compete as part of the United Twirl England Team at the International Baton Twirling Federation Nations Cup at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool this August, which is a great honour for our athletes to be selected to represent our country. Especially as it’s their first time competing individually for England.
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Treat your old man this Father’s Day with a recipe from the ultimate creators of comfort food: The Hairy Bikers. Rich, flavoursome and pretty simple to make, this steak and ale pie will earn you ultimate parent points.
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For the filling
• 900g stewing steak, diced
• 25g flour, plus extra for dusting
• 100g butter
• 2 onions roughly chopped
• 2 cloves of garlic, roughly chopped
• 2 medium carrots, roughly chopped
• 150g button mushrooms
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 400ml good-quality ale
• 500ml beef stock
• Salt and pepper
For the pastry
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• 1 egg, beaten for glazing
1. Preheat the oven to 220°C/ Gas Mark 7. Tip the flour into a bowl and season well. Coat the meat with seasoned flour.
2. Heat half the butter in a heated pan and add the meat. Sear all over until golden brown.
3. Add the vegetables, herbs, ale, and stock. Bring to a simmer, then cover with a lid and gently simmer for one hour. When cooked, season, add the remaining butter, and pour into an ovenproof serving dish.
4. Brush the edge of the dish with the beaten egg. Roll out the pastry using as little flour as possible and place it over the dish. Pinch the edges of the dish so that the pastry will stick to it and trim off any remaining pieces of pastry from around the edge. Brush the pastry top thoroughly with the remaining
5. Bake for one hour and 20 minutes until the filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
• Remove your pastry from the fridge at least half an hour before you want to use it and let the pie filling cool a little before placing the pastry over the top as the heat may cause it to tear.
beaten egg and place on a baking tray.
You can also prepare the pie filling in a slow cooker for a richer, deeper flavour.
For June, five releases that combine romance, rock, and restorative justice.
The Trial by Rob Rinder
As fans of Judge Rinder will know, Rob Rinder has seen enough courtroom trials in his career to know that truth can be stranger than fiction.
No wonder, then, that his debut novel takes all of the drama he brings to proceedings and boils it down into a powerful thriller.
Transporting the reader from the murky world of Chambers to the grandeur of the Old Bailey, Rinder’s character Adam Green, a trainee barrister who doesn’t quite fit in, is one to stick with. Published by Century on June 22nd
Ordinary Human Failings
by Megan NolanFollowing her bestselling novel Acts of Desperation, Megan Nolan’s second book Ordinary Human Failings, explores the real stories behind tabloid headlines.
Set in the Nineties, ambitious reporter Tom Hargreaves stumbles
across a scoop: a dead child on a London estate, with the suspicion of one reclusive family
of Irish immigrants swirling in the background. Published by Penguin Random House on July 11th
The Late Americans: A Novel by Brandon Taylor Brandon Taylor’s third offering, after the Booker Prize-shortlisted Real Life and bestseller Filthy Animals is The Late Americans, a novel that places the endless intricacies of friendships, lovers and chosen family centre stage.
Set in Iowa City around a potent friendship group of dancers, amateur pornographers, poets, landlords, meat-packing workers and mathematicians who occupy the city’s many facets, The Late Americans culminates in a reckoning that will change all of these young people’s lives. Published by Jonathan Cape on June 22nd
The Girls of Summer by Katie Bishop Summer romances are the stuff of many a novel, but debut author and seasoned backpacker Katie Bishop twists
this familiar scene on its head in her debut.
Don’t let the title fool you, The Girls of Summer tackles dark subjects through a dual-history narrative, and when Rachel thinks back on the first love she believed changed her life as an adult, she realises just how far she had fallen. Published by Penguin Books on May 23rd
Into the Void by Geezer Butler With over 70 million records sold, heavy metal pioneers Black Sabbath are one of the most influential bands of all time.
From the very beginning, Geezer Butler was at the heart of their success. He named the group, provided the bass behind their distinctive sound and wrote the lyrics that resonated so powerfully with fans around the world.
Here, he tells his rock ‘n’ roll story from industrial Birmingham to global stardom with wit, passion and a surprising softness. Published by Harper Collins on June 8th.
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Designer, writer and television presenter, Kevin McCloud leapt into our consciousness with his vastly successful Grand Designs show on Channel 4. This month, the affable architectural business owner talks about how to enrich and update your home, without the need to raise it to the ground.
If I were to make one criticism of the Grand Designs concept, it’s that everything starts from scratch… well, almost everything.
The concept across 23 series has often been to develop a basic, unremarkable plot of land into a dream home; yet in reality, 99 per cent of people never have that option. In short, we have to make the most of what we’re given, and that means taking an existing home and redeveloping it, and that means dealing with limitations as far as the freedom we have.
It’s not all bad news though. What you have with older properties is a build quality that is often significantly better than we have today. We’ve all been in old houses where the walls are several feet thick, or the overhanging beams, for all their ageing, are as rigid and secure as the day a couple of hundred years ago they were put in. Trust me, this stuff counts.
So if you have the opportunity to renovate rather than buy new, take it and embrace it. Sometimes, if we already have something on the canvas, so to speak, it can stimulate a whole plethora of ideas you would never have thought of previously.
most important of all, be brave in what you create.
What
Ensure to hire a reputable builder, use highquality materials, focus on energy efficiency – as well as saving the planet, it will save you money too! – consider sustainable building practices and,
Look at extreme detail as well as the big picture, think about what styles you’ll like in a year’s time, in five years’ time, in 10 years’ time, and drive ideas that fill you with energy and creativity… the like of which you would never achieve in a newbuild.
There is no place more important than our home –it is our inspiration, our salvation, and our sanity. It’s the place we thrive, and the place we protect those around us, so getting it right is essential, and sometimes reinvention – making use of some existing elements and working them into a new outcome – can be the golden nectar a space requires.
Eight marvellous motors that changed the culture and reputation of British motoring.
The British motor industry has a rich and illustrious history, with some of the most iconic cars ever produced. From luxury sports speedsters to rugged off-roaders, the UK has produced vehicles that have captured the hearts of petrolheads around the world.
1.
The Land Rover Defender is an iconic British off-roader that has been in production since 1948. Originally designed for agricultural use, the Defender has become a symbol of British engineering and adventure. Renowned for its ruggedness and reliability, it has been used by the military, farmers, and explorers all over the world.
2.
The Mini is a British motoring icon that first appeared in 1959. Originally designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, the Mini was a revolutionary car that was small, agile and cheap to run. It quickly became a cultural icon, featuring in films such
as The Italian Job and becoming synonymous with the Swinging Sixties.
3. Lotus Elise
The Lotus Elise is a lightweight sports car that was first introduced in 1996. The car was designed to be a pure driver’s car, with an emphasis on agility, handling, and performance.
4.
The Jaguar E-Type is often cited as one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Introduced in 1961, this sports car was an instant hit thanks to its sleek styling, impressive performance, and affordable price tag.
5.
The Bentley Continental GT is a luxury grand tourer that was first introduced in 2003. The car is known for its exquisite craftsmanship, refined performance and luxurious interior.
6.
The MG MGB is a classic British sports car that was produced between 1962 and 1980. The car was designed to be affordable and practical, and quickly became one of the bestselling sports cars of all time.
7. Rolls-Royce Phantom
Rolls-Royce is one of the most prestigious car brands in the world, and the Phantom is its flagship model.
Introduced in 1925, the Phantom has been the choice of royalty, heads of state, and the rich and famous ever since. The car is famous for its luxurious interior, smooth ride, and attention to detail.
8.
The Aston Martin DB5 is one of the most iconic British sports cars of all time, and is best known for its appearance in the James Bond films. The car was produced between 1963 and 1965, and was one of the most expensive cars of its time, a symbol of luxury and sophistication.
MG MGB
Aston Martin DB5
As you know Daichi, our beloved Modern Magazines campervan, loves to travel. Well last month he did his longest journey yet and travelled all the way to the beautiful, stunning and inspiring Trossachs in Scotland. We decided to do the first journey in two parts. After a busy and fun Bank Holiday Monday in Wafflicious our ice-cream and waffle parlour, the three of us stepped into a rather packed Daichi and set off for ‘just north of Manchester’ where we would have a snooze. Daichi was in his element. This is exactly what he is made for. Family time, travel and adventure. After an overnight stay on the motorway, well not literally of course, we set off again all refreshed. I have to say that the service station at Tebay with its rather nice farm shop, good food and lovely scenery was a welcome break. It was designed and constructed after the motorway was planned to meander all the way through the farm itself. The owner took advantage of the situation and created this whole new business. What a brilliant idea. Instead of complaining and stopping the planned road, he thought with it, for the good of all. The whole trip was a lesson in this as you will read.
Tigh Mor is located on Loch Achray, near the famous Loch Katrine. It is so picturesque. The imposing Hotel did remind me of Hogwarts from Harry Potter, with its majestic turrets and high stone walls. It was all rather exciting, and I am led to believe that some guests have heard their name mysteriously called out when their partners were out. The views down to the Loch and across to Ben A’an and Ben Venue are awe inspiring. They calm the soul. Perfect for a relaxing break. We met with Stephen’s dad, Alan and his sister Rachel, so it was a time to catch up and make some memories too. Daichi, and me, were in our elements.
Hayden was only staying for a couple of days as the King had decided to have a Coronation (even more excitement – what a week!) and Hayden needed to get back to work in his beloved Icecream parlour with Coronation Specials. The first day we planned a boat trip on Loch Katrine. What a beautiful location. What I did not know is that Loch Katrine is famous and actually the very reason this area is now so frequented and loved. Sir Walter Scott had written the novel “The Lady of the Lake” published in 1810. Prior to this Scotland was seen as a dangerous, inhospitable place with fierce warriors, outlaws (that is my maiden name by the way… honestly!), thieves, wolves, ferocious birds of prey and
Daichi at “An Tigh Mor Trossachs”
savage stags. Sir Walter’s novel, portrayed a rather different picture. It is a romance after all with much adventure. I have not read it yet but am getting my copy for sure. This is a story of turning a whole view around and creating good, where once there was only bad. After the great adventures in Lady of the Lake had been published, with heroes, heroines, myths and legends, hundreds of visitors arrived to witness the sheer beauty and delights of this alluring area – but there was nowhere for these people to stay! Arriving in luxurious carriages these gentry slept on straw in barns and wherever they could lay down. One intelligent and thoughtful man, James Stuart, started renting out rooms, albeit the stale bread and rough whiskey he provided was little to be desired. The local landowners then built a hotel with all the luxuries of a London dwelling to accommodate the increasing numbers of high guests all pouring in. The Trossachs Hotel it was called. Now known as Tigh Mor, having gone through many owners and changes over the years, this is where we were staying. How exciting. Daichi may not be a horse drawn carriage, but the setting is such that you almost feel this is how you arrived! History is fascinating, don’t you think?
The following day we visited Doune Castle. Another famous place now, due to the filming of the recent series Outlander and previously Monty Python and the Holy Grail. We love castles and this did not disappoint. The high curtain walls in the courtyard that would once have been the height of activity with a thriving community, the Great Hall still showing its splendour, the
Gate house, the spiral staircases up to the chambers, the magnificent views across River Teith, it was all very thought provoking. Built in the late 1300’s by Robert Stewart, the 1st Duke of Albany and the renown “uncrowned King” who ruled Scotland without ever being given the title to actually do so. Lots of intrigue with the real heir imprisoned in England. History at its best. Another fabulous day was had by all.
Hayden took his train from Glasgow to London and then onto Weymouth, while we continued to enjoy our stay. We watched the Coronation with the backdrop of Ben A’an behind the TV, gorgeous.
A visit to Loch Lomond was an absolute must and with beautiful sunshine it was just gorgeous. One day Stephen took me on a mystery tour and we visited Nick Nairn’s Restaurant, at Port of Menteith. We had to stop for coffee and cake of course! We met Julia, Nick’s lovely wife in her delightful shop full of quality kitchen ware and house furnishings. Nick was the youngest Scottish chef to win a Michelin star in the early 1990’s. More fame to be experienced this trip. All these accolades and acclaims are getting to Daichi’s head! A lovely setting, good coffee and delicious desserts were enjoyed by all.
A visit to Stirling to see our niece, meals out, strolls alongside Lochs, wonderful Daichi tours around the “Three Lochs Drive”, and picnics by the glistening waters, what more could we want. Daichi was extremely happy and so were we. Thank you to Grandpa for an amazing week! Where will Daichi take us next… I wonder?
By Debbie Corney Our view of Loch Achray
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He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist, and allround horticultural inspiration. This month, Alan Titchmarsh discusses an array of wildlife we may not expect to see in our gardens over the summer months.
Think of our gardens in summer and you can probably come up with the same old things that make those outside spaces such pleasurable places to spend time in. There are flowers such as roses, lavender, foxgloves, delphiniums; there’s all that lush green grass that offers visual magnificence with an aroma that is as unique as it is unmistakable. Beyond that, there’s the beauty of climbing plants such as ivy, clematis and honeysuckle. And of course, the odd bat.
Hang on, did I just say that?!
Well I did, and it’s true. Bats in the summer in our gardens
are common, albeit not the first thing you would immediately think of.
And while you’re there, have a look for grass snakes, stag beetles, slow worms, glow-worms, foxes, and even rare amphibians such as the great crested newt. And what about the humble hedgehog, or the sparky sparrowhawk?
Few of these animals we would confidently associate with summer gardens, but they are there, they are present, and if we seek them out, they can truly enrich our admiration for this wonderful habitat and where life – beyond flowers and plants – is shown to flourish.
So while the summer months typically enable us to sit back, relax and enjoy the immediate visual beauty of our gardens, the truth is there is so much more going on behind the scenes. You’ll see all this if you delve a bit deeper into your outside space, and can attract the wonderful visitors – all the while supporting local
biodiversity – by ensuring you are planting native species, by providing water sources, as well as creating habitats like log piles or compost heaps.
The fact is, while we look on our gardens primarily as places that stimulate our senses so spectacularly, it’s worth remembering they are habitats for all manner of wonderful little creatures and critters, and we are all, at times, guilty of forgetting their existence.
My recommendation this year is to give a bit more back to animal life – even if that means keeping the grass a bit longer than you usually would – because you’ll be surprised at just how much more your garden evolves.
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A vital support group to help fight loneliness and isolation among people living with sight loss continues to meet in the Weymouth area.
The Macular Society, together with local people, organises the group, which aims to offer information, encouragement and friendship to people living with macular disease.
The group meets in person on the second Thursday of the month, from 2pm until 4pm. The address for this meeting is:
The Angling Society, Commercial Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8NF
The next group meeting, which is a chance for social interaction with local people, takes place on 8 June.
For more information about the Weymouth Support Group, or to confirm your attendance for the next support group meeting, please contact Tyler Phillips on 0792 0643 710 or email: tyler.phillips@macularsociety.org.uk
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Welcome to the June Stargazing Page. Highlights this month include a very close encounter between the Moon and Antares, the star that ‘rivals Mars’.
For the final few days of June, the ISS is visible an hour or so before sunrise, low in the southeast. To establish exact timings please refer to www.heavens-above.com or a similar webpage for up-to-date information, remembering to set the location to your observing area.
Events
Midsummer, or the Summer Solstice (from the Latin for ‘the sun stands still’) occurs on June 21st. For the northern hemisphere, it marks the day when the Sun reaches its highest point in the sky at noon (GMT). We experience this as the ‘longest day’ of the year (the longest amount of daylight and the shortest night).
Mercury
The innermost planet is too close to the Sun to be seen this month.
Venus
Venus is now sinking lower every evening but remains visible in our skies until just
before midnight. It appears close to Mars and the Moon on the 21st and 22nd around 11pm (see figure).
Mars is also getting dimmer and lower each night. Use Venus and the Moon as markers to try and spot it low on the western horizon on the 21st and 22nd. Binoculars will help bring out its red colouration.
Jupiter is visible from around 3.30am low in the east, but is dazzling bright and for early risers it cannot be mistaken for anything else. Saturn appears earlier, around 3am.
June’s full moon occurs on the 4th. It is very close to the star Antares on the 3rd at 11.30pm (see figure). On this date, the Moon is pretty much full, so binoculars might be required to see Antares through its glare.
Antares, the brightest star in the constellation of the scorpion, Scorpius (note, not Scorpio), can be spotted low in the south during the month of June. Its name is derived from the Ancient Greek for ‘rival of Mars’, as it is often seen in the same part of the sky as the red planet, and is also coloured red, but for different reasons. Mars is red because its surface contains oxidised (rusted) iron, whereas Antares is classed as a red supergiant star, which has cooled to a temperature that gives off red-coloured light. In one version of Greek mythology, the scorpion was responsible for the downfall of the boastful hunter Orion, causing his death by a quick sting on the back of his foot. The whole star pattern of Scorpius can’t be seen from the UK, but if you travel farther south for your holidays this summer try and spot the scorpion in all its glory as it really is one of the most spectacular constellations.
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The pressure is on to find the best washer for your car, drive and patio.
The summer is almost upon us, the season during which pressure washers work their high-powered magic in blitzing away the dirt, grime and grit from the past few months.
Here are our top four:
Best performing
WORX WG620E.4 18V
Hydroshot (around £200)
The ORX WG620E.4 is widely seen as the finest pressure washer of its kind on the market, and great value to boot. Coming in at under £200, this portable pressure cleaner kit is a battery-operated, dual system of power cleaning and watering, with different patterns of spray for various jobs in and around your home.
Its compact and lightweight use makes it a favourite of domestic buyers, coupled with the fact that it has 10 times the power of a regular garden hose and nozzle. It’s easy to assemble, plus consistent and dependable.
Best eco
Karcher K4 Premium Eco Pressure Washer (around £190)
The Germans’ K4 Premium Eco was undeniably one of the most cutting-edge tools on the market when it was launched in 2013, but it’s still a huge seller today, with many buyers of the
K5 even regarding the K4 as a better and longer-lasting model.
From its trigger gun display for ease of use finding the best setting for the job in hand, to the telescopic handle, high-pressure eightmetre hose and G160 QPower control gun, the Karcher makes light work of a host of tough jobs.
Best budget
WORX WG625E 18V Hydroshot (around £120)
Another from the impressive WORX stable, cleaning is easy on the go with this model, and cost-effective too.
The WG625E cuts out the need for bulk and cords, and comes in at a low price that doesn’t skimp on portability or practicality.
With quadruple the power of your normal garden hose, and the ability to share batteries with the other models in the WORX 20V platform, this is a great purchase for a pressure washer wannabe on a budget.
Best heavy duty ECO HR 20-21 Heavy Duty Pressure Washer (around £2,000)
If you’re really serious about your pressure washing and want to take on the task to an industrial level, then look no further than the HR2021. Powered by a Honda GX petrol engine and 10-metre suction hose with filter, this is a professional, highpowered and mobile pressure washer engine driven on an ECO frame and perfect for those big jobs - from cleaning the car, to tending to the driveways, clearing out animal pens and more.
Did you know that your next of kin will not automatically be able to take on your legal rights if you need help because of illness, or mental incapacity?
Your nearest and dearest will only have legal rights if you have given them by making a Lasting Power of Attorney. The people you name to help you must be people you trust to look after you and your money, and you can decide exactly how much authority you give to them.
If you leave it too late, your family won’t be able to access your bank accounts, even to pay for your care, without formal Court authority. We can help you make a Lasting Power of Attorney to protect your interests and give your family any extra authority you think they may need.
Across Clues:
1. Attract peoples’ interests (5)
3. Collection (3)
5. Monetary unit of Lesotho (5)
7. Inquire (3)
8. Acts as a representative (3)
9. Maori tribe (3)
10. Organs inside (3)
11. Bend (3)
12. Crumble (5)
15. Tree with needle shaped leaves (5)
18. Stagger (7)
21. A set of predefined devices (7)
25. Striking (7)
29. Live entertainment (7)
32. Very deep hole (5)
34. Grain (5)
36. Centre of an activity (3)
37. Long wooden seat (3)
38. Toilet (3)
39. Eliminates (3)
40. Product from a widely cultivated plant (3)
41. Meat prescribed by Muslim Law (5)
42. Cereal grown in cold countries (3)
43. So hot, it makes you sweat (5)
Down Clues:
1. Too much of something (5)
2. A sign that you belong to an organisation (5)
3. Wooden object used as a target (7)
4. A spindle used in making tubes (7)
5. To say in a rough manner (5)
6. Planet (5)
13. Decay (3)
14. Barrier (3)
16. The whole (3)
17. Signal to begin (3)
18. Exercise and treatments (3)
19. Achieve a particular result (3)
20. An exclamation (3)
22. Sphere (3)
23. Polite way of addressing (3)
24. Indicate disapproval (3)
26. Thin net made by an arachnid (3)
27. Signal indicating danger (3)
28. Permits (7)
29. Put together (7)
30. Brilliant (3)
31. Old age (3)
32. Flooded (5)
33. A shell (5)
34. Move from side to side (5)
35. A Brazilian dance (5)
Answers: Across: 1. Blurb, 3. Set, 5. Sente, 7. Ask, 8. Rep, 9. Iwi, 10. Gut, 11. Bow, 12. Erode, 15. Larch, 18. Stumble, 21. Toolset, 25. Awesome,
29. Cabaret, 32. Abyss, 34. Seeds, 36. Hub, 37. Pew, 38. Loo, 29. Axe, 40. Soy, 41. Halal, 42. Rye, 43. Sauna.
1. Binge, 2. Badge, 3. Skittle, 4. Triblet, 5. Spawl, 6. Earth, 13. Rot, 14. Dam, 16. All, 17. Cue, 18. Spa, 19. Use, 20. Boo, 22. Orb, 23. Sir, 24. Tut, 26. Web, 27. SOS, 28. Enabler, 29. Compose, 30. Ace, 31. Eld, 32. Awash, 33. Sheal, 34. Sways, 35. Samba.
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For this year’s ‘Arts in Care Homes’ week, the residents of Friary House have created amazing paintings on the theme of ‘Nature Inside’
A selection of nature-based items (shells, stones, feathers, rosemary, autumn leaves, bay leaves, pine cone, driftwood and twigs) were displayed on the table for residents to choose from. Residents then assembled their art using the items as their ‘paint’, with either singular or multiple objects grouped together. We all had a really wonderful time, and very much enjoyed getting in touch with our artistic selves, and we hope you enjoy our art too!
Come and join us and make your home in one of our care homes in Weymouth, call the owner of Friary Care, Peter Fry, on 01305 78 78 11 or visit www.friarycare.co.uk
The artwork that’s been created has beenvivid and full of movement. Artist Sarah Jane Ross, who led the session, said:“Residents responded really well to the still life objects – there is visibly a lively feel totheir work as a result ofpainting directly from nature.”
Come and join our staff team, our pay rates are in line with the Real Living wage, we offer a comprehensive pension scheme and operate as an inclusive team, come and talk to our staff to learn more.
Whether you’ve got a big celebration coming up or just fancy making a really moist, beautiful cake, this classic birthday recipe from American baking superstar Alison Roman will make even the most ordinary day feel special.
(10 to 12 servings)
• Non-stick spray or butter for the pan
• 225g unsalted butter, room temperature, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 470g all-purpose flour
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1½ tsp salt
• 1½ tsp baking soda
• 360ml buttermilk
• 180ml vegetable oil
• 2 tsp vanilla extract
• 400g granulated sugar
• 110g lightly packed light brown sugar
• 5 large eggs
• 3 large egg yolks
For the Chocolate frosting
• 340g bittersweet chocolate, chopped (chocolate chips are fine)
• 225g sour cream, room temperature
• 225g unsalted butter, room temperature
• 185g icing sugar
• Generous pinch of salt
• Lots of sprinkles
1. Heat the oven to 180°C. Spray three 9-inch cake pans with non-stick spray or grease with softened butter.
2. Whisk the flour, baking powder, salt and baking soda together. In another bowl, combine the buttermilk, vegetable oil and vanilla extract.
3. In another bowl, combine the butter, sugar and light brown sugar. Using an electric mixer, beat everything until light and fluffy. Add in the eggs and egg yolks one at a time. Beat until combined.
4. Add a quarter of the flour mixture. Before fully combined, add in half of the buttermilk mixture. Repeat with remaining flour and buttermilk until everything is blended.
5. Divide the batter equally among the pans. Bake for 35-40mins, rotating the pan halfway through baking. The cakes are done when they are golden brown and pulling away from the sides of the pan.
6. Melt the chocolate. Add half the sour cream to the chocolate and combine. Repeat with another half. The chocolate will
• For a pro effect, apply a ‘crumb layer’ first whereby you apply a thin layer of icing on the outside of the cake and then place it in the fridge to set. Once chilled, you can apply the rest of the frosting over this layer for a flawless effect.
stiffen a bit as you add the sour cream.
7. In a bowl, combine the butter, sugar and salt using an electric mixer on low speed at first. Beat until everything is almost pure. Slowly add in the chocolate mixture and beat until combined.
8. Assemble the cake with frosting between each layer and use the last of the frosting to cover the entire cake. Decorate with sprinkles and serve.
It is essential to ensure the cake layers are properly cooled before frosting them
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