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Contents

This month’s cover

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Singer-songwriter and multiinstrumentalist Natasha Khan, better known by her stage name Bat for Lashes, takes to the road to tour her new album.

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Contributors: Tom Cooper, Lucy Dellow, Lara Fisher Publisher Sean Thompson 01954 267696 sean@eastmag.com Publishing Consultant Paul Gibson 01954 268129 paul@eastmag.com Editor Chris Johnson 07904 910146 chris@eastmag.com Designers: Diane Lilley 01954 268006 di@eastmag.com Martin Williamson 07906 064696 martin01325@gmail.com Production Assistant Sarah Lee 01954 267805 sarahlee@eastmag.com Area Manager (Arts/Norfolk) Charlie Roadley-Battin 07595 894578 charlie@eastmag.com Area Manager (Cambridgeshire) Jim Leishman 01954 267635 jim@eastmag.com Area Manager (Suffolk/Essex) Darren Marshall 07826 628680 darren@eastmag.com Area Manager (Beds/Herts) Stewart Hedges 07595 894557 stewart@eastmag.com ACCOUNTS/ENQUIRIES 01954 267904 ADVERTISING ads@eastmag.com EDITORIAL editorial@eastmag.com HEAD OFFICE Unit 4, Avenue Business Park, Elsworth, Cambridge CB23 4EY

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There is a fearlessness about Julian Clary that is as appealing as his jaw-dropping sauciness. The man who has elevated the innuendo to an art form, charms and shocks in equal measure, luckily for us it also makes him the perfect interviewee to kick off our October issue.

An issue we had a lot of fun putting together, from test-driving a sporty little number to dining in the region’s best delis. We cover some serious issues such as health, education, consumer rights and care for the elderly and also some frothier ones (can you really plan your wedding in your lunch hour?).

Elsewhere, we offer a return of a fashion favourite, comforting cuisine, dazzling interiors and your what’s on guide.

Chris Johnson, Editor I hope you enjoy this issue.

6 INTERVIEW Eastlife meets the one and only Julian Clary.

8 IN HER OWN WORDS: Bat For Lashes on her new direction.

10 AROUND THE REGION Snippets from the region.

17 PROPERTY Marketing your home online.

23 INTERIORS Autumn / Winter lighting trends.

26 KITCHENS Revamp your cooking space.

29 LOFT LIVING Move on up.

33 GARDENING Cut flowers in Autumn? Yes says Sylvia Newman.

37 FOOD & DRINK National Curry Week and Sarah Abbott bins wine stereotypes.

42 FASHION A welcome return of an Autumn favourite!

45 HEALTH Learning to spot glaucoma.

49 MOTORING Sue Cooke test-drives a Nissan coupe.

52 CARE FOR THE ELDERLY Lara Fisher looks at issues facing the elderly.

57 CONSUMER ADVICE from rights champion Dean Dunham.

59 MONEY Saving expert Martin Lewis reveals his energy saving tips.

63 EDUCATION School open days and the finest dance schools around.

68 DELIS The best the East of England has to offer.

71 CHRISTMAS Book your party now.

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74 WEDDINGS Sort it in 60 mins and get that wedding body fast.

87 ARTS Collette Hoefkens picks two of the month’s must-see exhibitions.

91 ESSEX Round-up of the best events in the county plus day’s out in Chelmsford, Leigh-on-Sea and the Colne Valley.

101 SUFFOLK A trip to Hadleigh, Felixstowe and Ipswich.

117 NORFOLK Holt takes centre stage, plus all this month’s events.

128 HERTS BEDS & BUCKS A focus on Bedford, Woburn and Royston.

134 CAMBRIDGESHIRE An in-depth look at Peterborough.

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People: Julian Clary

JULIAN CLARY

Position Vacant, Apply Within Y

ou are invited to a wedding.

Please bring your own confetti.

A glass of Blue Nun may be available to those who make a real effort or to anyone named Jason.

Yes, that’s right, Julian Clary is back. In his new show, “Position Vacant, Apply Within”, which is touring across the region this autumn, comedian Julian Clary is looking for love, and he’s determined not to depart empty-handed. He promises to leave no straight unturned.

As he scours the land in search of love, Julian announces that, “Because I’m still considered quite a catch and because your region is noted for its heterosexuals on the cusp, there’s bound to be stiff competition. Therefore, I will be hosting ruthless elimination games”.

What distinguishes Julian’s act is the sheer warmth that he generates onstage.

When we meet at his north London home in the run-up to the tour, our conversation is studded with laughter; he is a marvellous mixture of the funny and the frank.

The comedian explains his love of performing. “It is an addictive thing.

Getting a laugh is very good for my soul and for my ego. I genuinely look forward to it after nine months at home writing a book. I could never just write books. I need to go out and feel the love.”

Julian, who is the undisputed master of camp comedy, goes on to articulate the thrill he feels whenever he steps on stage. “Is it possible to put the feeling

into words? I love the fact that it’s my material and my world. I often think how difficult an actor’s life must be – you sit around waiting for someone to invite you to say someone else’s words.

But stand-up is your own universe.

“My good friend Paul Merton once said to me, ‘You might as well go on tour because you would be doing exactly the same thing if you were just sitting at home.’ Stand-up is just being yourself in an exaggerated form. You’re making yourself feel good, as well as everyone else – it’s a win-win situation.”

“I expect someone has done a study of the effects of laughter and the sociology of why we love it. If one defines entertainment as a means of escape, then laughter is the ultimate means of escape because it’s so transporting.

“Comedy is about stepping outside the conventional. It such an exhilarating experience that it’s very hard to give it up.

“The show is like an open audition. We will be getting a lot of people up on stage – up to eight. No man will be safe, even though they don’t all have to be men. Like Sticky Moments, there will be a series of elimination rounds. I will have a cattle pen with a white picket fence and a prod so I can herd them into it. The eventual winner will have a gay marriage with me, conducted by a female archbishop.”

Julian proceeds to elaborate on some of the elimination rounds in “Position Vacant, Apply Within”. “They’ll be asked to complete the song title, ‘I’m Forever Blowing…’ They will say,

‘Bubbles’, and I will reply, ‘No, I’m afraid the answer I was looking for was Russell Tovey.’

Julian has built his career on the brilliant use of camp comedy and he muses on why we Brits love it so much.

“Camp comedy is a way of trivialising life – and I’m all for that. It has also always worked really well for me. Does Shirley Bassey ever get fed up with singing Diamonds Are Forever? Of course not. It’s who she is. She’s not suddenly going to become a folk singer with a beard and a finger in her ear.

“There’s a great British tradition of innuendo. The English language lends itself to playing with words and double entendre. That’s specific to English. I don’t think you can do it in Spanish. Why do we like it so much?

It’s best not to analyse these things too deeply, but I believe that it works so well because it lightens everything.”

However, Julian adds, “Innuendo can sometimes be a problem. If I call BT because my phone is not working, they expect innuendo from me when I’m actually in quite a bad mood. The other day an operator said to me, ‘I can’t say, ‘I’m putting you on hold’ without thinking of innuendo.’ But it’s a way of life for me now.

“Even on my gravestone there’ll be innuendo: ‘At last, a hole that fits!’”

Details about Julian's nationwide tour, "Position Vacant, Apply Within", are available on www.julianclary.co.uk

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Comedy is about stepping outside the conventional.

It is such an exhilarating experience that it's very hard to give it up.

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In My Own Words: Bat for Lashes

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at for Lashes releases her long awaited third album The Haunted Man on 15 October via Parlophone. A richly layered and accomplished record, it pulls her distinctive creative vision into focus. Here she reveals to Eastlife her music and muse.

“On this album there are more jubilant, overwhelmingly ecstatic songs and I don’t think I’ve really accessed that part of myself before. I feel those things all the time, but hadn’t really expressed them in a musical way.

“I made a conscious decision to stay in England after travelling the world. I hadn’t felt like I’d been in the country for a long time, and lost connection with my roots, so I thought I’d get back to that. I was outdoors a lot, re-read all my old school books, read a lot about English history and completely immersed myself in it.

Living by the sea, I felt like I was out in the wilderness.

“Making the music takes a lot out of me. It’s so demanding, and you can get obsessed by it.

Each time I do one it gets harder and harder.

That can be a good thing, though. I think I take it all a lot more seriously now, too, and I want to peel back the layers of who I am with each album and be more direct, more upfront.

“My live shows will be more stripped back than usual, but there is a difference between the album and a live event. There is a certain theatre to a gig, so I don’t want to strip everything back. A concert is an opportunity to create a world, and I don’t want to strip everything back and leave no magic.”

Bat For Lashes plays the University of East Anglia Norwich on the 26th October

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Living East

Halloween isn’t just for one night at Holkham Hall. For five days up until 31 October, this grand Palladian mansion in Norfolk will transform into a most frightful experience for folks of all ages. Listen to ghost stories, mix potions or navigate your way through the spooky skeletons and wicked witches that haunt the courtyard and Bygone museum. Or on Saturday, Monday and Wednesday, join the hunt for all things ghoulish in the labyrinth of cellars below the hall itself. Holkham Hall, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk, 01328 710227.

Until 25 October, Rock City Art in Bedford is holding an exhibition of photos featuring rock stars enjoying a cigarette. Entitled ‘Smoking’s Cool’ it features shots by Jan Persson of Keith Richards, Bob Dylan, Janis Joplin, Paul McCartney and nicotine-stained legend Lemmy (below).

Post-1980, there are never before seen photos of the Happy Mondays and Manic Street Preachers’ Richey Edwards.

26 Castle Lane, Bedford, 01234 910448.

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IWM Duxford’s Autumn Air Show on Sunday 14 October closes the air show season in style. One of the highlights will be a display by P-51Mustang Ferocious Frankie alongside Spitfire IX from the Old Flying Machine Company, presenting the might of the Merlin engine in these legendary American and British fighter aircraft.

Also flying will be a TF-51 Mustang.

IWM Duxford, Cambridgeshire, 01223 499 353.

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FASHION AND INDULGENCE… ALL FOR CHARITY! Norwich designer boutique Walkers of Pottergate, hosts a charity evening of fashion and indulgence in conjunction with Norwich Rotary.

9 Oct. Fashionistas won’t want to miss this charity fashion show featuring clothes and accessories from Walker’s key designers, including Bitte Kai Rand, Rundholz and Barbara Speer. Demonstrations from Neals Yard Organic Natural Health and Beauty and Dipple and Conway Opticians; who will be displaying their latest frames from high profile designers including Victoria Beckham complement the runway action. Hairsmiths Hair Salon will also be holding demonstrations, with Get Ahead Hats showing the latest in headgear.

Walkers Building, 6 Upper Goat Lane, Norwich.

Tickets are £10.00 please contact strutht@tiscali.co.uk to book. All proceeds from the evening will go to the Matthew Project, who work with Norfolk people affected by drugs and alcohol. For more information on

Owner of Walkers, Anne Rowe, said “Those coming to our fashion evening can expect a show of style, creativity and excitement!”

Walkers of Pottergate, please visit www.walkersofpottergate.com or telephone 01603 618718.

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Living East

Between 1-14 October The Forum in Norwich is running a host of events as part of Norfolk’s Black History Month, including Containing Multitudes, an exhibition of the letters of Sarah Hicks Williams, a northerner in the slave-holding south and (on 2nd Oct) a talk with photographer Malcolm McLaughlin, examining the impact US Olympic runners Tommie Smith and John Carlos had on the world through their simple acts of protest.

2 Millennium Plain, Bethel Street. Norwich. 01603 727950.

The Cambridge Classical Concert Series will be opened by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra on Friday 26 October at the Cambridge Corn Exchange. At the helm for the evening’s music is young British composer Oliver Gooch, conducting Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.3. Wheeler Street, Cambridge. 01223 357851

Pantone Universe Art has launched an exclusive limited edition range of ‘gallery sized’ canvasses in four of its most popular colours. Available in gold, silver, pink and black, and with only 300 pieces available this is the time to snap up a piece of design history. www. pantone-art.com.

Europe’s biggest touring burlesque show is coming to Ipswich Regent (25 Oct) and Cambridge Corn Exchange (5 Oct) in An Evening of Burlesque. The world’s biggest burlesque stars will be on display in corsets, killer heels and stockings that recall the golden eras of the genre. Combining musical and theatrical parody, music, comedy, dance and the art of striptease, the emphasis is on tease not sleaze. Ipswich Regent, 3 St. Helens Street Ipswich, 01473 433100.

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SIX great new films in cinema

In animated comedy thriller ParaNorman, zombies, witches and ghosts lurch onto centre stage as the town of Blithe Hollow becomes infested with the undead. Luckily young Norman Babcock can speak to the deceased. Now all he has to do is convince the adults of his power and save the town from certain destruction. Will he suceed? Only one way to find out ....

A struggling screenwriter inadvertently becomes entangled in the Los Angeles criminal underworld in offbeat thriller Seven Psycopaths.

Directed by Martin McDonagh it boasts an all-star cast including Colin Farrell and Woody Harrelson.

Set in a violent city where the police rule, one man, Judge Dredd has the power to be judge, jury and executioner. The judge just has to defeat a renowned dealer who is peddling mind altering drugs to the kids.

A stellar line-up delivers in this this Lee Danielsdirected drama. Nicole Kidman enlists the help of dashing journalist (Matthew McConaughey) and his brother (Zac Efron) to try and get the killer (John Cusack) off death row.

Lawless is the story of the infamous Bondurant Brothers, a criminal, bootlegging pair who try and turn a buck in Prohibition-era Virginia.

Based on a true story by Matt Bondurant, the suspect siblings try to protect their underground business from the authorities who want a cut of their own. Directed by John Hillcoat, Lawless stars Tom Hardy, Shia LaBeouf and Guy Pearce.

Frankenweenie Young Victor tries everything to bring his beloved dog Sparky back to life, only for things to go terribly wrong with, horrific consequences.

Directed by Tim Burton and starring Winona Ryder and Catherine O’Hara.

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Property

CHARLES CHURCH ONLINE PROPERTY SHOWCASE Simplify your search for a new Norfolk home with Charles Church’s YouTube video.

The search for a new home can be both time-consuming and tiresome. Now, with Charles Church’s innovative online video preview, you can tour their new Norfolk homes while not leaving your own.

The luxury house-builder Charles Church is showcasing their eco-friendly, modern homes in Wymondham on YouTube, enabling potential purchasers to get a video preview before visiting the show home at its Oaklands development. Alison Page, Charles Church (Anglia) head of sales and marketing, says that their video meets the natural needs of their clients: “We know that more and more people are using the Internet to do their research before going out and looking at new homes, so it made sense to us to put our unique and stylish property online.”

The video doesn’t just allow a nose around the different homes, as Ms. Page explained: “The video instantly gives viewers a taste of what living at Oaklands can offer and shows the stunning show home in all its glory.” You can also see the impressive design elements throughout the Oaklands development, including solar panels, energy efficient heating systems, high levels of insulation plus many other elements, all of which result in saving on bills and helping to conserve the environment.

The new homes at Oaklands are located at the edge of the historic market town of Wymondham, just 15 minutes from Norwich, offering a rare opportunity to enjoy living close to the heart of a charming, historic town with all the benefits of a reliable, top-quality new build house. Oaklands also gives homeowners the freedom to make changes and stamp their own style on their new home with Charles Church’s Finishing Touches range.

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WOOD IS GOOD FOR HEATING THIS WINTER With winter around the corner now is the time to take stock of your heating choices and ensure you get maximum efficiency when heating your property.

With energy bills forever on the rise and the incentives for heating the home as efficiently as possible becoming ever-more apparent, opting for a woodburning stove is fast becoming a very attractive proposition.

Wood has always been a green way to produce heat, and the latest generation of wood-burning stoves offer homeowners an economical way of supplementing a traditional central heating system.

Going one step further by upgrading your heating system to a biomass boiler, which also runs on wood or woodderived products, will allow you to take advantage of the latest renewable heat sources and make the most of the government’s latest renewable heat initiatives.

Woodburning stoves are the contemporary way to supplement existing heating systems. They create a hearth warming,

cosy ambience that rivals open log fires without any of the smoke or mess. They outperform open fires in efficiency, especially if they are correctly installed and burn well-seasoned wood.

Available in a wide range of styles, shapes and sizes, a woodburning stove can be installed in virtually any space and is as simple to control as a gas fire, with many models now even coming with a remote control so there’s no need to even leave the comfort of your armchair in order to turn the heat up or down.

Most stoves will burn safely for a number of hours on a low heat, so can be left to keep the room warm over night or during the day to ensure there’s always a warm welcome to come home to. With a woodburning stove clad in soapstone the heat goes on long after the flames have died away, as the stone enables the heat to be dispersed gradually. And if the

thought of stoking the fire, refuelling and cleaning out the ash puts you off the idea of having an open fire, with a woodburning stove this inconvenience is also eradicated, as they are designed to use the heat they generate efficiently, so they also require far less re-fuelling than a traditional open fire. Wood pellet stoves are particularly time-saving, as they have a hopper on board that automatically controls the fuel supply - simply fill the hopper with pellets and the stove will do the rest.

The options for heating with wood are numerous and the advantages of doing so will very quickly be realised, both in the pocket and in terms of the impact on the environment, making a woodburning stove a truly viable option for keeping our homes warm and welcoming this winter and beyond.

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SHED HEAVEN When Harry Villiers and his brothers Tim and Hugo, founded Villiers Brothers in 1989 (www.villiersbrothers.co.uk) to sell furniture designed and made in their own workshops (an ex- WW2 US airbase), they thought they had all the space they needed. Yet when Harry started another company, Vintage Archive, with a designer friend it soon became apparent that space was in fact in short supply. Harry didn’t need to look very far though finding the perfct space at the bottom of his garden.

Harry Villiers’ newly completed shed/home office/sanctum in the garden of his family home in Essex is the place where he can chill, work and spend time with friends. The building sits on a heavy steel frame, with the floor made from salvaged oak he found on eBay. The large sliding door was made as a special favour by a school friend and Harry designed the house himself, using a local builder and his two sons. He has decorated the shed with a few characteristic pieces from his Villiers Brothers collection with an accent on neo-classical and French Art Deco. www.vintagearchive.co.uk

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REVAMP YOUR KITCHEN IN A DAY Our step-by-step guide to restyling your kitchen

New kitchens are expensive, but there are products out there to help cook up a stylish new look, whether going for a complete overhaul or just a budget face-lift.

Preparation is key. Make sure to measure the room and understand the layout, including where power and water outlets are, so as to make the most of the space you have.

It is a good idea to give anything you’re keeping a good clean too, though a lick of paint will also work wonders in giving your kitchen a new, fresh look.

Light colour paints can help transform the kitchen into a bright, airy space, while paint and new handles can transform old cupboards.

There is a variety of paint products for these, as well as for tiles and re-vamping

old linoleum. The latter is also easy to clean should you opt for a replacement, or carpet tiles are good for flooring as they can be replaced if damaged.

Spotlights will illuminate crucial areas like work surfaces, the sink and cooker but daylight can be just as useful here too, with a blind a safe option to let sun in as and when you want it.

Kitchens aren’t just for cooking and laundry, and even in a small space a fold-away table or breakfast bar can be a useful for both food preparation and dining, while stools take up less room than chairs and can be stacked away when not in use.

Think sensible when storing items, placing things appropriately near where they are likely to be used and is practical for everyday use. Any crockery, utensils

or food on open shelves should remain away from the cooker so as not to get grimy or damp.

As important as it is to set up the kitchen effectively for its main function of food preparation, once this is done you can focus on adding a little style to the room.

To a certain extent you already have been working here, in the choice of paint colour and tiles, even the setting up of the kitchen’s various elements is a reflection of your taste and the kind of environment you like to cook in.

There are some further nice touches you can make however, with items as simple as prints and photos on the wall, or some potted plants in suitable locations, bringing warmth to the room.

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Every renovation project and home build presents its own particular issues and challenges. TV property expert Clive Holland outlines key things to look out for before embarking on a loft conversion.

Unless you live underground or in a flat or apartment, you probably have a loft space that, if it’s like mine, is full of boxes for old toasters, irons, kettles, TVs, old records and tapes, Christmas decorations, photographs and cards from past loves. Clothes you only dream of being able to fit into again if you ever manage to stick to the diet or are keeping in the hope that one day 32-inch bell-bottom jeans with three-button high waists will come back into fashion, and so on.

If it was converted professionally, however, into a living space, it could add thousands of pounds onto the value of your home. A loft conversion can be a tricky and time-consuming job but if carried out correctly by a competent and experienced contractor, the results can be amazing. Remember, this is a very specialised area of building work so you will need to see previous examples of the builders’ like-for-like work before

you make any final decisions on the build team you hire for the job.

TO CONSIDER Not all loft spaces can be converted so before you get started on the planning consider the following: Is there enough space for the required height? Let’s face it, in terms of height you are going to want to stand up in it and bear in mind that the new floor could be as much as 150–200 mm higher than your existing joists (though that would have to be confirmed on the official survey).

Does it have potential as a comfortable and viable living space?

Is the roof sound? Make sure you can see the felt under the tiles and that it is in good order throughout.

If all these boxes can be ticked, there is a strong possibility it could be suitable for conversion.

THE ROOF The roof structure is designed to keep all weathers at bay and to contain light loads of storage. Once it has been converted it will be able to withstand far greater loads because of alterations to the structure and flooring put in place.

Commonly there are two types of roof: trussed rafter and traditional. Trussed roofs have been around since the late 1960s/early 1970s. These are not so good if you want to convert a loft and should never be altered without first getting the opinion of a structural engineer to do all the calculations.

However, it’s not impossible, just a little more difficult. For example, a series of supporting beams would have to be installed to provide extra strength for the floor and to reinforce the rafters.

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Traditional style roofs are generally made up of items called purlins and rafters, which span across each load-bearing wall. These are nowhere near as complex as the trussed design.

The structure will still need to be strengthened with extra joists, though, to support the new floor and extra load-bearing capacity. Once again a structural engineer’s report will be required along with the design plan.

Please DO NOT try to take this job on yourself by simply boarding over the existing timbers, believing you can then start using the loft as a living space; it was never designed for anything other than light storage so if you don’t want to end up down in the living room without taking the stairs and causing untold damage, leave it to the experts.

STAIRS Talking of stairs, you will need to access your new living space with a staircase.

This will be paramount to the success of the loft conversion. If you have the available space leading off the original stairwell this could save space and could be more cost effective. If not, you may well have to section off space in an existing bedroom with a studded wall partition to house the staircase.

There are certain figures and parameters to bear in mind with the inclusion of a new staircase. The maximum pitch must not exceed 42 degrees, the riser of each tread on a domestic staircase should not

exceed 220 mm, and the going (the flat bit) should be a minimum of 220 mm.

You will also require a clear headroom space of at least 2 m, although for some conversions the regulations will allow a reduction to 1.9 m to the centre of the stairs and 1.8 m to the edges. Handrails and balustrades will be required. The handrail should be a minimum of 900 mm in height and any exposed edges of staircase or landing will require a balustrade with a minimum height of 900 mm. Where stair spindles are required my rule of thumb is to keep the maximum distance apart to 95 mm at the widest point.

If you only have enough space to convert the loft into a single room then you can have a space-saving alternate step staircase installed. I must point out that these are steeper than a standard staircase and I believe they can be difficult to master and should only be used by healthy adults and teens. Young children or the elderly must be supervised and aided.

WINDOWS Finally, any newly created room must have windows and ventilation; this is achieved in the case of a loft conversion by way of a roof window or opening light. Remember only to use an experienced competent person to fit this type of window; if it’s not installed correctly, it can cause untold damage to the property. The general rule of thumb is that the window should be around 1/20th the size of the overall floor area of the room.

The window will also require highly efficient and modern double-glazed units with low emissivity glass. This technology deflects heat back into the room in winter and in summer will reflect or absorb infra red heat from outside, thus keeping the room cooler.

It’s also worth bearing in mind that almost 25 per cent of heat loss is through windows so do not cut corners; it could end up costing you more in heating bills.

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By planting in rows, maintenance of the space is much easier and weeding and staking can be regularly checked.

When planning the seasons, don’t forget Autumn. The growing season is longer than you think and although we tend to think of spring and summer flowers for cutting and bringing into the house, the choice is still stunning as we move into October. These latecomers often display the characteristic colours of autumn,

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What can be more rewarding after spending an afternoon in the garden than cutting a handful of flowers from your own garden – a natural reflection of your own landscape.

Colour and form is the secret to any display of flowers and arrangements are no exception. The selection on the right is a good example of how these principles are applied. If your selection of garden flowers doesn’t resemble these, combine the shapes and colours you do still have in the garden to create a stunning display of your own.

OCTOBER VEG GARDEN: CHECKLIST Plant up winter lettuce under frame or cloche

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Earth up celery and leeks Pull up all tomato plants with unripened fruit to hang upside down to ripen off Bunch or rope onions when completely ripe, then store in a cool place Lift carrots and beetroot for storing as they mature VEG in season: Rootcrops, cauliflowers, early Brussels, spinach lettuce

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AUTMN FAVOURITES Nerine bowdenii Common name: Bowden Cornish Lily Family: Amaryllidaceae Summer-dormant, perennial bulbs with erect leafless stems each bearing a terminal umbel of funnelshaped flowers in autumn, and strap-shaped or linear leaves appearing after the flowers. Nerine bowdenii is a bulbous perennial to 50cm, with strap-shaped rich green leaves preceded by erect stems bearing umbels of lily-like pink flowers 6-8cm in width, with wavy segments.

Ceratostigma plumbaginoides Common name: Hardy blue-flowered leadwort.

Family: Plumbaginaceae Ceratostigma can be evergreen or deciduous shrubs or herbaceous perennials, with simple leaves which usually colour well in autumn, and short terminal or axillary spikes of salver-shaped blue flowers. C. plumbaginoides is a low-growing herbaceous perennial with spreading roots, forming a mat of stems bearing oval leaves which turn red or purple in autumn.

OLD WIVES TALES When it comes to myths about gardening, can any of those old wives’ tales be believed? Some recent tests have revealed some earth shattering findings which will determine whether or not we can continue with, or change to new, habits.

Gravel or crocks in the bottom of containers improve drainage.

The theory: water drains more quickly through coarse materials, so a layer of gravel or pot fragments in the bottom of containers lets excess water drain freely Verdict: False – a layer in the bottom just reduces the volume of soil available to plant roots. Don’t add gravel or crocks but make sure pots have drainage holes.

Urine speeds up composting.

The theory: human and animal urine is a source of nitrogen, which speeds up decomposition by boosting the activity of composting of organisms.

Verdict: False – urine may be beneficial in composting if there is not enough fresh, green material in your heap, but it will not speed up composting in a balanced heap Garlic repels insects.

The theory: crushed garlic produces a chemical called allicin, which repels insects and gives garlic its characteristic smell.

Verdict: True – garlic sprays can effectively repel insects, but like many insecticides they can repel beneficial insects too.

MAKING GOOD USE OF AUTUMN LEAVES IN THE GARDEN Once the leaves start to fall, it’s a weekend ritual in most gardens – raking and bagging autumn leaves - and this continues week after week, until the last leaf has fallen. But why not put them to work in the garden? After all, leaves are nature’s very own soil conditioner…. Here are some suggestions which could make a difference: Compost them: Leaves, especially those that have been chopped or shredded (you can use a chipper/shredder, a leaf vac, or a lawn mower to shred the leaves) are perfect additions to the compost pile. Leaves are a great source of “brown,” high-carbon material for the compost. Simply alternate layers of shredded leaves with the regular green materials you’d add to your compost pile (such as vegetable and fruit scraps, weeds, grass clippings) and let it sit over the winter. Aerate or turn the pile when you think of it, and by

planting time, you’ll have finished compost.

Make leaf mould: Leaf mould is made from nothing more than fallen leaves raked up and piled high somewhere they can’t be blown away and allowed to rot down. The pile sits for about a year, after which time it can be added to the soil thereby improving annual growth. Leaf mould is useful to all plants. It increases the fungi in the soil, including mycorrhizal fungi, which are important in helping plants take up water and nutrients.

Make mulch: If you can shred your leaves, they can be applied to your borders in layers of around 2-3 inches.

This will help the soil retain moisture and limit weed seed germination as well as encourage soil microorganisms. It looks good too.

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Food & Drink

THE SPICE OF LIFE Eat a good meal and raise money for good causes – what’s not to love about National Curry Week?

Fifteen years on from its inception in 1998, the latest festival takes place between 8-14 October.

National Curry Week was started to promote the cuisine and to raise funds for charities concentrating on hunger, malnourishment and poverty. The money goes to The Curry Tree Charitable Fund which in 2011 focused on the Pakistan Flood Disaster Appeal.

There are three main ways of getting involved in the event.

Dine out at one of the many participating restaurants and pubs, several of whom will be hosting and involved in special events such as the World Poppadom Tower Record Attempt and Samosa Speed Challenge, as well as competing for the best signature dish in the classic and innovative categories.

Schools, universities, sports clubs and other bodies are invited to get involved too by celebrating curry and raising money where possible. Think about linking up with a local restaurant who could cater for your group’s event.

Or you can just enjoy a curry at home. Anyone who really fancies getting involved here can get together with five, or even more, friends and family members, then all bring along a main dish and rate each other’s efforts out of ten. Donate £5 per diner to The Curry Tree and you will be sent a certificate to the winner of the event. Even if you’re not much of a cook, you can still take part simply by getting a takeaway from one of the restaurants involved.

As well as the special dinners and record-breaking attempts taking place, there will be a variety of raffles and auctions too.

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CHOOSING WINE FOR MEN

I was struck recently by a report that the upcoming International Man’s Day, set up in 1999, has grown in awareness and popularity in recent years. It is not, however, a feast of beer and burping (you don’t need a special day for that, eh fellas?). Rather, Man’s Day seeks to raise awareness of the men’s health and emotional well being and celebrate the wondrous facets of manhood. This month’s column is therefore not a list of the world’s most muscular wines. We know you chaps are more nuanced than that. I hate those “light wines suitable for the little ladies” type articles and am not about to inflict the equivalent on the men of the the East. The idea that all men must drink chewy, hot reds does the boys a disservice. The special quality of wine is in its capturing of the moment, whatever that may be. Here is our quick guide for the perfect wine to lubricate the smooth running of a man’s life.

IMPRESSING If you’re treating the boss, you want him or her to know you’ve thought about, and spent a bit of money, on it. Red Bordeaux is the wine for this moment. This classic

wine region in the west of France produces long-lived, dense reds from the grapes of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot.

The chateaux of the Medoc, Saint Emilion and Pomerol regions are world famous, with prices to match. The up and coming region of Cotes de Bordeaux is renowned for serious wines at sensible prices: Chateau Carignan (around £15) is a cracking example, and looks good too.

RELAXING You may not be ready to succumb to the siren call of pipe and slippers, but you can, without embarrassment, embrace the joys of a quiet night in with your favourite tunes, a warming fire and with a warm, rich and nuanced red. This is the time for what the Italians call a Vino da Meditazione - a wine to get lost in. The archetype for this type of wine is Barolo, from Italy’s mountainous north-west. This intense, firm, big and layered red like, a great album, takes a bit of getting into but richly rewards those who pay it considered attention. The grape behind Barolo is Nebbiolo, a captivating paradox of a variety whose best wines combine delicacy and complexity of aroma with high

alcohol, real grip, and great ageing potential. Barolo isn’t cheap, but then this is not an occasion when you have to share your precious bottle with anyone else.

Massolino, Mascarello and Pio Cesare are good names, but you’ll find their wines from specialists, not supermarkets.

WOOING We are talking here about winning the heart of your beloved with a drink of liquid beauty as nuanced and stirring as love itself. We are not in the business of helping them on with some wine goggles.

Good Champagne captures the thrill of attraction and courtship. An exquisite brand called Arlaux is renowned in France for being the most sensuous and romantic of Champagnes, with its soft fruitiness.

Arlaux is little known here, but available online. I can vouch for its powers. But that’s another story.

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A FRIEND IN TWEED As the nights grow cooler tweed and cashmere become the season’s must have fabric of choice. Few companies in the world have the same credentials as Johnstons of Elgin. Known for their extraordinary cashmere and beautiful tweed products, Johnstons has been manufacturing in Elgin since 1797. Their history is one of quality, resilience and above all outstanding provenance. It is the only mill in Scotland to take cashmere from fibre to the finished product, and is the relied upon manufacturer for international fashion brands and Saville Row tailors alike.

Leading the way in Autumnal looks The Johnstons of Elgin collection for AW12 offers sharply cut designs in cashmere and fine woollens. Showcasing sumptuous knitwear in cashmere, lambswool and merino, plus new designs on tweed. This is Scottish heritage reinvented, classics redesigned, simplicity beautifully executed.

The range also presents the brand’s new contemporary men’s collection - James Johnston. The James Johnston collection is a fusion of the Johnstons of Elgin expertise in sourcing the finest fabrics and yarns with new, more relaxed styling.

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GLAUCOMA More than 600,000 people are estimated to suffer from glaucoma in England and Wales with about half of these remaining undiagnosed. This shocking statistic means that about 300,000 people are unaware they are slowly losing their sight.

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Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions in which the optic nerve is damaged – usually associated with high pressure in the eye - which results in deterioration to peripheral vision.

The fluid entering and leaving the eye – the aqueous humour – maintains the level of pressure necessary for the eye to keep its shape. If there are problems with fluid drainage, eye pressure rises and gradually causes damage.

Age is the biggest risk factor. Two per cent of people over 40 have glaucoma. As we age, the prevalence rises with five per cent of over 65s with the condition and 10-15 per cent of 80-90-year-olds. People of Afro-Caribbean origin are four times more likely to develop the condition, which emerges earlier and is more severe. There is a 10-fold increased risk of developing glaucoma if a close blood relative has the condition. People who are severely short-sighted are also at greater risk for open angle glaucoma while longsightedness and East Asian origin are risk factors for angle closure glaucoma.

In chronic Open-angle Glaucoma the trabecular meshwork through which eye-fluid drains away - becomes less efficient leading to increased pressure on the optic nerve. In the rarer closed angle glaucoma the iris closes off access to the trabecular meshwork, which can causes acute glaucoma which is very painful.

People often only realize something is wrong when their central vision becomes affected, which occurs mid to late in the disease process. It is estimated that half of sufferers don’t know they have Glaucoma, which is why many patients remain undiagnosed until the condition has greatly progressed.

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PREVENTION Early detection is vital to diagnose the condition from when initial damage occurs. If it is spotted early, the prognosis is infinitely better with about 95 per cent retaining useful sight for life. Glaucoma is the leading cause of preventable blindness, making up 13 per cent of the people on the Blind Register. One of our research areas has shown how specially trained optometrists in the community can work with hospital glaucoma services to improve the quality of glaucoma detection in the community and in some cases comanage patients at low risk of the disease.

TREATMENT OPTIONS Most people are treated by eye-drops, with laser or surgery sometimes used. Assessment involves examining the optic nerve, measuring the eye pressure and giving a visual field test. The point of treatment is to reduce pressure in the eyes.

Research is ongoing but we are now in a much better position regarding evidence-based treatment. Although only a small number go blind in the UK, however Glaucoma is the world’s leading cause of irreversible blindness, so it is important that we make the public more aware and make sure those who detect and monitor glaucoma receive the correct specialist training and accreditation. If you have a family member with glaucoma, you are entitled to a free annual eye-test, as is everyone over the age of 60.

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CAMBRIDGE IVF – CREATING YOUR FUTURE Cambridge IVF is delighted to announce the birth of the first baby to be born following treatment at the unit.

Melanie and Lee Moulds of St Neots have become the first couple to give birth after undergoing fertility treatment at Cambridge IVF. Baby Kallee was born on Saturday 11 August 2012, weighing 6lb 1.5oz.

Melanie said: “The staff at Cambridge IVF have all been brilliant and I rang them as soon as I could to let them know that she’d been born. We are taking both children into the clinic next week to meet the staff. We are so grateful – they were so supportive and the facilities there are amazing. The technology is so advanced now – without it, we wouldn’t have had Kallee or our son so we consider ourselves really lucky.”

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Cambridge IVF, said: “We are absolutely delighted for the couple, and it’s wonderful news for the clinic as well. We are looking forward to helping many more couples achieve their dream of having a baby.”

For many people struggling with infertility, the thought that one day they might have a child of their own can seem like a distant dream. But advances in reproductive science and research are providing new hope – and Cambridge IVF promises to be at the forefront of such developments.

This purpose- built assisted conception unit opened in October. Based in Trumpington, it offers high quality, personalised care based on the very latest research. Mr Raj Mathur, lead clinician says: “Cambridge IVF is modern, bright and welcoming, and the building has been equipped with the latest

technology. Although we are a new service, Cambridge IVF builds on our 20 years as a fertility treatment centre at Addenbrookes Hospital, and our experience of running a successful satellite IVF service in partnership with other units.”

The facility was developed by Cambridge University Hospitals to provide a range of fertility treatments to NHS patients and those funding their own care.

“We want Cambridge IVF to be unique in its patient focus, offering a truly personal service tailored to each individual’s particular circumstances”, says Mr Mathur. “In addition, our links with Addenbrooke’s, the university, and the Cambridge Biomedical Campus mean we will be able to offer advice and treatment based on good-quality evidence and our knowledge of the very latest research.”

Helping to create your future Cambridge IVF is a state-of-the-art assisted conception unit providing a comprehensive range of fertility treatment.

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ore than 300 fuel-efficient cars are currently on the market, with motorists set to spend £4.95 billion on new cars. Top of the shopping list is fuel efficiency, low CO2 emissions, safety and security. But, as Sue Cooke discovers, what about fun?

Driving one fuel efficient, low CO2 car one after the other, I’d completely forgotten how good it is to get behind the wheel of a car which has a husky low growl, a low slung sexy chassis and achieves 62mph in just 5.3 seconds.

I’m referring to the totally driver focused Nissan 370Z coupe, which definitely provides lots of fun for owners in the finest tradition of ‘Z’.

Nissan’s iconic sports car had a few subtle but significant changes in 2011 and is one of the most exciting pure bred sports cars on the market.

Suspension changes are designed to enhance ride comfort but it’s still a very firm ride. The UK unfortunately has some of the poorest road surfaces in Europe but high-speed stability is enhanced with better body control.

The front engined rear wheel drive set-up provides superb sports car driving

experience, just like it used to be.

Although Nissan says there are improvements in noise levels, it’s still impossible to hear the radio clearly. But with such a sexy sounding engine, who cares!

The 370Z styling is that of a classic sports car layout featuring a long bonnet, compact cabin, short overhangs and a truncated rear. Surprisingly there is plenty of room in the boot for a week’s shopping and lots of small spaces inside the car, tucked behind the two seats, a deep glove box between the seats and bottle holders in the doors.

Visibility all round is not the best. The wing mirrors get in the way of vision and there is a tiny amount of space through the rear window, so the addition of a rear-view parking camera is welcomed.

There is a host of useful gadgets, rain sensing wipers, automatic headlamps, illuminated switches on the leather steering wheel and an intelligent key, which can be left buried in the bottom of a bag.

Such a desirable car warrants strong security features and the 370Z has these and safety features in abundance.

Despite breathtaking power and pace, the 3.7 litre engine is compliant with Euro5 emissions regulations. The V6 beating heart of the car has so much torque, there is no need to constantly change up or down the short throw six speed sports manual gearbox.

To add to the excitement, the 370Z now has a scratch shield paint which ‘heals’ minor scratches to keep the bodywork looking like new!

In the current world of counting miles to the gallon and tenderly touching the accelerator, the Nissan 370Z is the cherry on the cake, the unexpected kiss on the cheek and all the other wonderful things that wickedly set the heart fluttering and the adrenalin racing.

FACTS AT A GLANCE Model: Nissan 370Z coupe Price: £29,975 otr Engine: 3.7 litre V6 Performance: 0-62mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 155 mph CO2 emissions: 248 g/km Combined fuel consumption: 26.6mpg

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HELP FOR OUR HEROES A leading Cambridgeshire hearing centre has joined a scheme run in conjunction with Help For Heroes to offer free, state-of-the art hearing instruments to veteran British Servicemen and women who have been discharged from the army due to damaged hearing in recent conflicts.

The Hearing Healthcare Centre, which is part of the Association of Independent Hearing Healthcare Professionals (AIHHP), has teamed up with the charity and Phonak, the world’s leading manufacturer of hearing instruments, to help those who have suffered a hearing impairment in Britain’s current conflicts and have been discharged as a result.

Former troops who have served in recent conflicts and fit the above criteria

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As well as a choice of cutting edge hearing instruments, eligible veteran Servicemen and women will be given free instrument fitting and a series of follow up appointments* from members of AIHHP. The 9,500 British troops currently stationed in Afghanistan are regularly

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Head of Welfare at Help is for Heroes, Kathy Knell MBE said: “The new partnership with Phonak and AIHHP is

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a very positive step which will help a lot of returning troops. Addressing hearing loss gives people the ability and confidence to hear clearly and improve their overall quality of life.”

Chris Carr from Hearing Healthcare Centre in Cambridge said: “It is a privilege to have this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of our brave Service men and women and we welcome them to our centre.”

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Whether it’s for yourself or a loved one, the search for a care home is often stressful and emotional. The most important part is finding the right fit: choosing a facility that meets your needs and also feels like home.

By Lara Fisher

MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE dent resident that may need some help, such as with dressing or washing. For those that require medical attention, other homes provide round-the-clock nursing care as well as specialist equipment. Those with specific illnesses, such as dementia or cancer, can choose a care home with extra medical attention and support.

After a severe case of pneumonia left Eleanor unable to live by herself, her daughter Claire faced the difficult task of choosing a suitable care home.

Eleanor relied on a wheelchair, but she was determined to remain independent.

Claire worried that she wouldn’t be able to find a home where her mother could still be herself while receiving appropriate care.

Each person’s needs are unique when looking for a care home. Thankfully, there are many different types of homes.

When choosing a care home — whether for yourself, an elderly relative or friend — the first step is assessing your needs.

Some care homes offer accommodation and help with personal care. These homes are ideal for the more indepen-

Many times, there is more than one person helping to choose a care home.

As you get started on your search, it’s helpful to draw up a list of specific requirements and desires. Do you need a care home that’s wheelchair accessible?

Is it important to retain your own GP, or would you prefer a home that has its own? Where should the care home be located so it’s convenient for everyone involved?

Your local council is the next step in your search. If you are assessed as needing a care home place, the local council will find you a suitable home.

Usually, the council will suggest several homes from which to choose. Of course, you can also find a home independently. The Internet is a great resource for researching care homes; you can narrow your search according to location and necessities, and many of the sites provide photos as well as virtual tours. Organisations such as

your local Age UK, Elderly Accommodation Counsel, and Counsel and Care can also help.

Whether you are considering a care home recommended by the council, a private business, or a voluntary organisation, a visit is advised. When touring a care home, you can get a sense of the environment and its offerings.

During these visits, you can speak with people who reside in the home as well as the carers. You can also go over individual needs and questions.

Of course, cost is an important factor in choosing the right care home. You might be paying for the care home independently, receiving funding from the local council, or you may be entitled to fully funded NHS healthcare.

Whatever your means, you should review the care home’s contract to make sure that you make long-term plans to cover the fees and any additional costs.

When Eleanor first became ill, she couldn’t imagine not returning home.

In her new care home, Eleanor enjoys going on day trips and the themed evenings. Claire couldn’t be happier with their choice: Her mother has created a new, exciting life for herself while also receiving essential medical attention. With thanks to Age UK.

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Cotman House is a stunning, beautifully designed and constructed building, nestling into the cliff overlooking the Felixstowe Seafront offering superb uninterrupted sea views. Cotman House is perfectly located within easy level walking distance of the town centre, shops, post office, library, community centre and bus routes.

The interior combines supreme comfort with state of the art technology and every detail has been most carefully considered. Each resident has a tastefully furnished room, en-suite wet room facilities, the latest adjustable pro-file beds complete with custom made mattresses, satellite TV, telephone and internet connection.

The majority of the rooms have wonderful panoramic sea views, some of which have balconies and some direct access to the large and attractive garden. there are many facilities that include a library, cinema, hairdressing salon and the latest barrier laundry systems. We also have a visiting beautician, chiropodist, dentist and optician.

As important as the surroundings, are the activities that take place within the home. There are two members of staff who are dedicated to arranging activities and these vary in accordance to individual preferences and capabilities. A recent CQC Inspection found the home to be achieving the highest standards and had no recommendations for any improvements, an achievement for which the management and staff are rightly proud of.

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GETTING WHAT YOU DESERVE Each year, more than £5 billion of Pension Credit, Housing Benefit and Council Tax Benefit is unclaimed by over 60s. Are you claiming what you’re rightfully due? Lara Fisher untangles the facts Last year, you claimed benefits, and you were denied. So what’s the point?

Here’s the good news: Each year benefits rates and rules may change.

This means that you could be entitled to benefits that you’re not getting – benefits that can help with home costs, health costs and other general expenses.

You may also be one of the many older people who don’t apply for benefits because you think you’re not entitled.

Perhaps you have a healthy savings account, or you’re a property owner?

Benefits aren’t just means-based; some benefits depend on age, living arrangements, or health.

The benefits break down into the following categories: carer’s allowance, Council Tax benefit and reductions, disability benefits, health benefits, help with heating costs, housing benefit, pension credit, and the social fund. By reapplying for benefits each year, you can review your personal circumstances. eastlife.co.uk|55

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A change in finances may now make you eligible for Council Tax Benefit, for example. Regardless of means, if you’re having a health problem that requires help with personal care, you may be entitled to extra money.

Most people know about State Pension benefits, but you may also be eligible for the Pension Credit – money that’s added to your weekly income. If you’re a full-time carer for someone claiming certain benefits, you may be entitled to a Carer’s Allowance. Whether or not you’re a homeowner, you could get help with Council Tax. There are also benefits that provide free NHS dental treatment, eye tests, and prescriptions and benefits for those with care needs.

well as guides for each type of benefit.

You can also contact them by telephone, stop in at one of their offices or arrange a home visit for help with filling out benefits applications. You can claim for benefits online at direct.gov.uk or telephone their Benefit Enquiry Line on 0800 88 22 00 to request claim forms.

With the imminent arrival of winter, now is the perfect time to claim for benefits. Anything that you’re entitled to can help with that surprising heating bill or any unexpected costs.

So how do you apply? First, advice is available at the end of your fingertips.

The charity Age UK’s website (www. ageuk.org.uk) contains an online benefits calculator to help you determine what you’re entitled to as

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END UNWANTED SALES CALLS AND TEXT MESSAGES Legal rights champion, and one of the country’s most prominent lawyers, Dean Dunham has had it with unwanted sales calls and text messages and reveals how you can hang up for good.

I received a text message this morning which read “We are ready to claim compensation for your accident, contact us now!” Have I had an accident? NO. Literally 5 minutes later I received a second text message, this one reading: “AVOID PENSION POVERTY! Do you have a frozen or private pension?

Reply INFO for a free pension review by an IFA!” Another sales text message that I did not want and was not interested in.

With claims management companies on the increase and other forms of business realising that they can get their sales message directly in front of consumers by targeting phones and other electronic devices, unsolicited phone calls, text messages and emails are on the increase.

In fact it has been reported that a number as high as 1 in 3 mobile phone users have received an unsolicited phone call or text. So what can you do about this?

1. Unwanted phone calls If you want to stop sales calls you can register your details with the Telephone Preference Service (TPS). This is an organisation that keeps a register on behalf of OFCOM (the regulator). To register log on to http://www.tpsonline.org.uk.

After you have registered with TPS there is a 28 day registration period following which time a ban comes into effect that forbids any company from cold-calling your phone number. If you continue to receive phone calls ‘after’ you have registered with TPS you should notify TPS and make a complaint to The Information Commissioner’s Office, who

are responsible for taking enforcement action where a company makes marketing calls to a person who is registered with the TPS and has not given prior consent to receive such calls.

The more complaints that they get the more likely they are to take positive action to deal with this problem.

2. Silent (abandoned) phone calls These are calls where there is no-one at the end of the phone when you answer.

These are particularly frustrating but also can be a cause for concern, especially for elderly and other vulnerable people.

Under Ofcom’s rules the number of abandoned calls companies make to consumers each day is not allowed to exceed 3% of the total live calls made on that day. In April Ofcom fined home insurance and repairs company HomeServe £750,000 for making excessive numbers of silent and abandoned calls. Ofcom were clearly hoping that this would send a message to the industry that these type of calls were unacceptable. However, it does not appear to have worked. If you receive such a call complain to Ofcom as they clearly need to take more serious action but will not do so unless the level of complaints increase.

3. Unwanted Text messages.

Unfortunately TPS does not deal with unsolicited text messages and there is no equivalent organisation that you can register with. The only thing that you can is to ask the company that sends you the text message to remove you from their database and if they fail to do so

report them to the Information Commissioner’s Office: www.ico.gov.uk.

If the text message is sent without the sender identifying themselves and you have not asked for the text it is illegal under Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and with this being the case the Information Commissioner’s Office should take action.

4. Do’s and Don’ts Unless you are sure that you want to use the service advertised never respond to an unsolicited text message, not even to say STOP. If you respond it will highlight the fact that your number is correct and in use which will be valuable to them.

Never give out any personal details over the phone or via text to any of these companies. If the call or text was not prompted by you, complain.

For further information on this or any other consumer or legal matter visit Dean’s free website: www. youandyourrights.co.uk or join him on Twitter: @deandunham.

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10 TIPS TO DRIVE DOWN YOUR ENERGY BILLS Energy price hikes are back. The shock announcement this week by Scottish and Southern Energy (SSE) that on 15 October it’ll raise gas and electricity prices by 9% is an urgent warning for people to sort their bills NOW. SSE trades as SWALEC, Southern Electric, Scottish Hydro and Atlantic – but is a clarion call for every company’s energy customers. Thankfully, while standard prices are rising, energy companies are still competing for active switchers by tweaking their best buy deals to attract new custom via the comparison sites.

This competition means it’s possible to sort out your energy bills for the next two winters, so it really will pay you to take a look at your current deal.

Here are 10 things to consider when it comes to cutting your bills down to size.

1. Do nothing, and you’ll pay massively over the odds. Don’t think that because your current deal was a good one when you signed up for it that it still is. A typical home on a standard tariff pays £1,310, yet switch to a cheap tariff and it can drop to £1,040. The gas, electricity and safety are the same. If possible, pay by fixed monthly direct debit to get a discount. Do regular meter readings to keep it accurate.

2. Fix prices cheaply for TWO winters.

The new version of EDF’s Blue tariff is nearly the cheapest on the market, but it won’t top the best buy tables. It has three killer features that make it worth a look.

Firstly, it’s fixed until April 2014, so there will be no price hikes for a long time.

Secondly, and unusually, it has no exit penalties, so if things change you can leave.

Thirdly, it promises to email you if anyone launches a tariff that is £52 a year cheaper.

3. Fix shorter, cheaper. Scottish Power’s shorter November 2013 fix is slightly cheaper and also has no exit penalties.

4. First Utility offers the cheapest deal, but there are exit penalties. It’s about £20 a year cheaper than EDF’s Blue tariff on average for a typical user who pays by monthly direct debit. It’s fixed until December 2013, but if things change and you want to leave early (say for bad service or because of price cuts elsewhere), it has £30 gas and £30 electricity exit penalties.

5. Compare (and get cashback) to find your cheapest deal. Look out for the three tariffs above, but still do a comparison.

The cheapest company for you always depends on your region and usage.

6. Is it worth fixing now? Normally cheap fixes are much more expensive than the cheapest variable deals, and as neither EDF nor Scottish Power have exit penalties, if things change, you can ditch.

7. Got electricity only? You can still save.

If you don’t have gas, don’t think the rules are different. You can still compare, switch and save, although cashback’s lower.

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Your A-Z guide to independent schools in East Anglia There are many differing motivational factors for choosing private education for your child. The choice of an actual school is, in many ways, linked to this set of factors, whether it’s academic issues, geographical location, extra-curricular activities, ethos or teaching style.

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HAPPY FEET From ballet to hip hop, Lara Fisher discovers there’s a class to suit any child “I’m bored!” is a common refrain heard by parents. All children need an outlet from school, and with so many different types to choose from, dance classes have become one of the most popular extracurricular activities. Many dance schools start pupils with a foundation in ballet, but children can also enjoy Jazz, Tap, Modern Theatre Dance and even Zumbatomic.

The Anglia Region Theatre School, located in Norfolk, offers everything from Ballet and Tap to Disco and Street Dancing classes. Children begin Ballet when they’re just over two years of age with many pupils continuing their dance education through to the examination stage. 01508 471792 www.artstheatreschool.com Bedfordshire School of Dance and Drama offers both syllabus and non-syllabus classes. Children younger than five enjoy imaginative classes that teach dance in a play-based way. Older children choose from Ballet, Modern Theatre Dance, Tap, and Street Jazz.

01525 403454 www.bedsschoolofdanceanddrama.co.uk DanceEast, located on the Ipswich waterfront in Suffolk, runs a diverse schedule of dance classes as well as being a performance space. Starting from one year, children can take Tots & Co before moving on to classes such as Ballet, Jazz, and Musical Theatre Dance. DanceEast has also developed a programme for children with additional needs.

01473 295230 www.danceeast.co.uk Graham School of Dance prides itself on top-notch tuition that has seen many of its pupils achieve national recognition.

Toddlers start with the Melody Bear classes, while ballet is the core of the school for older children, and classes in Modern Theatre Dance, Tap, Jazz and Street Dance complement this foundation. 01279 654423 www.grahamschoolofdance.co.uk Jill Bridger School of Dance, located in Cambridgeshire, starts at eighteen months of age with its unique Melody Movement Early Learning dance classes.

Older children can choose from Ballet and Tap as well as workshops in Natural Movement/Creative Dance. The school boasts of four locations: Cambridge, St Ives, Cambourne and Hardwick. 01480 469711 www.danceschool.biz King Slocombe School of Dance is Cambridge’s oldest and largest dance school. The school focuses on teaching a foundation in Ballet but also includes Modern Theatre Dance, Tap, Jazz, and Contemporary Dance. Pupils benefit from a wide class schedule taught by RAD and ISTD-trained teachers and choreographers. There are two additional locations in the villages of Barton and Cherry Hinton. 01223 356023 www.kingslocombe.com The Samara Ballet School teaches pre-school classes, Ballet, and Jazz.

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Saturday 13th October Stamford Junior School and Earlybird Nursery

Otley College Why, Not What?

The beginning of term has been and gone – so I think it would be a good time to reflect on why we do what we do at Otley College.

Our agricultural roots are vitally important to us and always have been since we opened in 1970.

Today the courses we offer have expanded tremendously.

It’s great to be really busy here at the college providing programmes that range from conservation to construction and football to fisheries.

What makes us get out of bed in the morning – so to speak?

Girls and Boys 2-11 10am-3pm at Stamford Junior School, Kettering Road, Stamford PE9 2LR

We love working with all types of businesses and people in our area. We’ve noticed that sometimes businesses want more than people can give them so we are doing our best to help offer training and support so you’re ready to go after your dream job.

Tuesday 16th October Sixth Form

One of the questions in my interview for my current role that has particularly stuck with me is ‘why do you want to work for Otley College?’

Girls and Boys 16-18 6pm-9pm at Stamford High School, St Martin’s, Stamford PE9 2LL TO VISIT PLEASE CALL 01780 750310 OR VISIT WWW.SES.LINCS.SCH.UK

Foundations for Success

My answer was – ‘I want to work for an place which empowers young people’ – for me, that still stands today.

We have students arriving for their first day of term who may have thought they would never have gone to college, especially to study a subject area they love like animal care.

And yet fast forward two or three years down the line and they have the skills set – and most importantly the confidence – to go into a competitive job or move onto higher education – (like one of our students Hollie Lloyd – who has just started a vet degree at Harper Adams).

For boys and girls, day and boarding w. ses.lincs.sch.uk Registered Charity No: 527618

We recently conducted an internal study at Otley and discovered that 38% of animal care students and 40% of sports studies students intended to progress into employment last year.

Perfect Start in Life

So going back to my original question, why do we (and I) get out of bed in the morning – maybe just maybe...when I need my car serviced it will be by an Otley student who is under the bonnet.

Or when I finally get round to landscaping my back garden, it will hopefully be someone who has studied with us. And when I get married, an Otley florist – who may have just started this month – will end up doing my flowers. Ultimately, that’s what it’s all about….

From Nursery to Sixth Form (3-18 years), outstanding success is achieved through a broad and challenging curriculum. In a happy, friendly environment, girls visibly grow in confidence and ability, emerging as fully rounded, educated young women.

Come and see for yourself.

OPEN DAY 6 October 2012 10 am - 1pm

SIXTH FORM Information Evening

23 October 2012 6 pm

Please Call

01604 765765

www.northamptonhigh.gdst.net

If you’re looking for a reason to get out of bed in the morning then studying with us may be the answer you’re looking for – we have a Careers Taster Day 24th November 9am – 3pm. This is the perfect opportunity to have hands-on experience of a career you think you might be interested in. There are other ways to get in touch including our official Otley College app which launched on the 1st September – it’s FREE to download from your app store with lots of information on courses here at Otley, news, events and some snaps of what we get up to in and around the college.

YOU CAN DOWNLOAD NOW….

You can check out our courses online http://www.otleycollege.ac.uk/courses

For student advice at Otley – call 01473 784248

Annest Hopkins works for Otley College as a Marketing and Events Officer and regularly talks with 14-19 year olds about their options.

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Education

OPEN EYES ON OPEN DAYS Make the most of a school’s open day by knowing what to look out for and key questions to ask.

The start of autumn signals the beginning of another school year. For many parents and students, it also starts the search for a new school. Visiting prospective schools during their open days provides a more in-depth understanding of a school, a chance to tour the facilities, and the opportunity to talk with teachers. There are certain aspects worth knowing.

ACADEMIC LIFE Children go to school to learn, right? Yet there’s more to academics than the core curriculum. Each school provides for students differently; some schools may have a gifted and talented program as well as support for children who need additional help. A well-rounded education lets your child experience more than just the basic subjects. Some schools include drama and music as part of the curriculum. Some put a curriculum-wide emphasis on the environment. Do students go on trips or excursions to complement in-school learning? For older students, it’s worth knowing the GCSE and A Level subject range as well.

FACILITIES

CLUBS

Technology features widely at many schools. Some schools have site-wide Wi-Fi as well as an up-to-date ICT suite. Most libraries are not just well resourced but are also online so students can access the catalogue off-site. As you tour a school, look for its distinctive features such as a music room, drama hall, gymnasium, dance studio, swimming pool, tennis courts, art room, and science laboratories. What are the sports fields like, and for younger students, are there different play areas?

Clubs make a school a community by bringing together students and teachers outside of the classroom. What club would your child want to join? Some clubs might include: drama, art, music, dance, choir, printmaking, the school magazine and newspaper, sciences, foreign languages, maths, public speaking, debating, equestrian, trampolining, swimming, rugby, cricket, football, and badminton.

AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITIES After-school activities are an important complement to daily learning. Some after-school activities that may be on offer are: sports and classes in foreign language, art, music, cookery, pottery, dance, speech, drama, and ICT. Some schools employ professionals to teach these classes.

THE CLASSROOM EXPERIENCE A positive classroom experience inspires even the most reluctant student and forms life-long learners. As you tour a school, ask about the faculty. Are they all qualified teachers? Do they hold degrees in the subjects they teach – even advanced degrees? Classroom size is also important as well as the teacher to student ratio. Do students receive individual attention? Do students use computers during lessons? How does each school ensure that the overall classroom experience is effective? eastlife.co.uk|65

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Independent Boarding and Day School for girls aged 3-18 years.

Come and see what’s on offer at Hertfordshire’s best kept secret • Consistently outstanding GCSE and A Level results place us amongst the top schools in the country, despite only taking girls of average ability and above.

• Fabulous extra curricular opportunities in all aspects of drama, music, dance, art and sports.

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giving children the confidence to achieve their best...from Nursery to Sixth Form

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Open Morning Saturday 13th October 10am-12.30pm

Friends’ Nursery and Junior School are moving into purpose built facilities in Sept 2012

Three words to define your daughter’s future.

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Call Alison on 01799 525351 or email admissions@friends.org.uk for further information

Friends’ School, Mount Pleasant Road, Saffron Walden, CB11 3EB. Bursaries available throughout the School.

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At Maltings Academy we believe that meeting the needs of each individual learner and helping them to realise their potential is central to effective learning and teaching. Our students enjoy opportunities to work as a part of groups as well as developing their own independent learning skills. We are able to provide this individualised approach through our effective assessment of our students' capabilities.

Demanding targets are set which challenge our students and encourage them to strive to achieve their best and more.

Beyond the classroom, our students are provided with an extensive range of opportunities and we encourage everyone to participate in extra curricular activities according to their talents and interests. From chess to trampolining, dance to IT there is an activity to inspire every child. We aim to develop our students morally, spiritually, physically and socially as part of the all-round high quality educational experience we are delivering to all students who attend the Academy.

Much of our success depends upon appropriate curricula, informed by current knowledge and best practice. We aim to meet the needs of every student through our provision of vocational through to highly academic courses, from our gifted and talented programme to our learning support provision. Our specialisms of sport and science provide opportunities for every student to develop their potential.

Our aim is to equip them for the demands of the 21st century, by creating happy, confident young people.

Open Day Friday 23rd November, 10am Telephone: 01234 361918 | www.bedfordgirlsschool.co.uk Bedford Girls’ School is part of The Harpur Trust

I believe wholeheartedly that our Academy status, in partnership with Greensward and New Rickstones Academies, gives us a real opportunity to transform the provision of education in Witham, and provide our young people with the skills and aspirations they need to lead happy, successful lives.

Our results for the last three years have shown rapid progress and staff, parents, carers, students and the local community can be proud of their achievements.

Our job now is to harness this momentum and build on it, expanding this success into every area of our students' lives. Our underlying vision is an Academy based on a culture of high expectation and achievement within a caring community, with a focus on Sport and Science. Our improved facilities, which include a state of the art new campus, and tailored curricula, will support this vision, enabling us to deliver personalised learning in a way that encourages participation and achievement, tailored to suit each individual student's particular talents and interests.

I look forward to welcoming you to the Maltings Academy community J Szynal Principal.

www.maltingsacademy.org Spinks Lane, Witham, Essex, CM8 1EP Telephone: 01376 512 911

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Delis

5 GREAT DELIS & CAFES OF EAST ANGLIA

NORFOLK Amaretto Delicatessen, Norwich A delight for more than one sense, the goods in the window displays look so good people take photos! But it’s the taste and smell that counts most, with fresh take away food and pizzas to try, while the Amaretto team will happily talk you through their selection of fine foods. Strongly recommended!

16, St Georges Street, Norwich, 01603 767478 SUFFOLK The Bistro at the Deli, Saxmundham The Bistro at the Deli values the importance of a good cup of coffee, and hope their wide selection of coffee beans will help you choose a perfect accompaniment to their other treats.

Cheeses, dressings, cakes and sandwiches, bringing quality from elsewhere to make the best in-house food.

26a High Street, Saxmundham, Suffolk, 01728 605607 ESSEX The Art Café, Mersea Island

CAMBRIDGE Rainbow Vegetarian Café Rainbow Vegetarian Café’s main output is pretty self-explanatory, offering vegan and gluten-free food in the form of vegetarian cheeses, free-range eggs, and a variety of organic beverages. The menu aims also to draw from the varying travel experiences of its staff.

9a King’s Parade, Cambridge, 01223 321551 HERTFORDSHIRE Halsey’s Delicatessen & Tearooms

If you’re going to be temporarily stranded, as Mersea Island’s tides might leave you, then The Art Café is as good a place as any to be so. The combination of beautiful artwork, great coffee and meals mean you won’t mind the stay.

Halsey’s was first opened in Hitchin in 1854, and today flourishes as a joint delicatessen and tearoom. The latter serves from breakfast to late afternoon, as well as Sunday brunch, while the take away service covers everything you could want. For a little extra continental flavour there are tapas nights too.

2 Coast Road, West Mersea, Essex, 01206 577 775

11 Market Place, Hitchin, Hertfordshire, 01462 432023

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All own and local meats, home-cured hams, gammons and bacon.

On site butchery fully stocked deli with over 50 British cheeses.

16, St Georges Street, Norwich, NR3 1BA T: 01603 767478 www.amarettodeli.co.uk amarettodeli@yahoo.co.uk

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Purveyors of: • local produce such as bread and patisserie from Pye Baker, Norfolk cheeses and Norfolk preserves • quality brands such as Bray’s Cottage Pork Pies, Caffe Dolcetti, Elegant & English, Hawkshead Relish

delicatessen and speciality food store

Check our website for Christmas tasting days and offers

• special food ranges - many products are organic or gluten free • Italian foods - we are Seggiano brand stockists and also supply Italian meats and cheeses

Open 7 days a week

Our focus is on good quality food and this is paramount in our sourcing policy, although where possible we use local sources.

01992 552900

15 Frazers Yard, Norwich Road, Aylsham, NR11 6FB Telephone 01263 732955 email welcome@gustofinefoods.co.uk

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Christmas and New Year at

The Westleton Crown is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas and New Year and enjoy the warmth and charm of a traditional Suffolk coaching inn.

Christmas Day Lunch £65 per person

Christmas Party Menu £24 per person

Christmas Breaks Our 2 night package prices star t from £525 Our 3 night package prices star t from £680

New Year’s Eve Celebration £90 per person

New Year’s Eve Break Our 2 night package prices star t from £430

The Street, Westleton, Nr Southwold, IP17 3AD • 01728 648777 www.westletoncrown.co.uk

Christmas and New Year at

The Ship at Dunwich

Here at The Ship at Dunwich we are planning a truly relaxing Christmas. Our unique blend of informal hospitality and the rural surroundings will ensure that you can really relax, unwind and enjoy festive celebrations.

Christmas lunch £45 per person Christmas breaks: Our 2 night packages start from £435 Our 3 night packages start from £650

Christmas Parties The Ship is the perfect place to celebrate Christmas. Whether you are looking to share the experience with a group of friends or work colleagues, we have created a special Christmas Party Menu priced at £19.95 per person.

New Year’s Eve New Year’s Eve celebrations at The Ship start from £55 per person

St James Street, Dunwich, Nr Southwold, IP17 3DT 01728 648219

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Xmas Parties

CHRISTMAS BREAKS With all the food preparations and entertainment taken care of for you, whether for a few days, for a meal or your Christmas party, relax and get in the festive spirit at one of these wonderful locations.

Hintlesham Hall Hotel’s three night programme is designed with those who love a traditional Christmas in mind, with all the wonderful decorations, food and atmosphere that entails. All bases are covered from Christmas Eve through to Boxing Day. From the warming mulled wine awaiting those returning from Midnight Mass at the local church, to Christmas dinner and a sumptuous evening buffet on the day itself. And why not enjoy the crisp and fresh winter air in the hotel’s splendid grounds…and help walk those meals off too!

Call 01473 652334 to make reservations.

Hintlesham Hall Hotel, Hintlesham, Ipswich, Suffolk IP8 3NS. If you fancy Christmas by the beach but don’t want to head thousands of miles away from home then The Brudenell is for you. Located right on Aldeburgh’s beautiful coastline, enjoy all the festive trimmings and traditions with added

seaside views. Come for a three or four night full Christmas package and explore the village itself during this most wonderful time of year, or simply a lovely festive dining experience.

The Brudenell Hotel, The Parade, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5BU 01728 452071 Festive indulgence is the order of the day at Hotel Felix, a beautiful and sophisticated Victorian villa only a short drive away from the similarly historic Cambridge. Those staying at the hotel can enjoy this over a two night Christmas indulgence break that includes dinner on Christmas Eve and lunch on the day itself followed by a buffet that night. These menus are available to non-residents too, including a delightful festive afternoon tea.

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at Hotel Felix, where classical elegance and contemporary chic combine to create a fabulous setting for: Christmas parties ● Christmas lunches Festive afternoon teas ● Festive dinners New Year’s Eve celebrations Also open for dinner on Christmas Eve and for lunch on Christmas Day and Boxing Day HOTEL FELIX | WHITEHOUSE LANE HUNTINGDON ROAD | CAMBRIDGE | CB3 0LX

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GOOD FOOD GOOD WINE GOOD TIMES DINE ALL DAY Join us anytime at the quiet end of the beach and enjoy our unique seaside dining terrace. You will find a cocktail of good food, good drink and good times, available all day.

RE-DISCOVER THE BRUDENELL A step away from the beach The Brudenell Hotel, The Parade, Aldeburgh, Suffolk IP15 5BU Telephone: 01728 452071 Email: info@brudenellhotel.co.uk www.brudenellhotel.co.uk

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Xmas Parties

Make Tuddenham Mill your home this Christmas, with either the two or three night package at this boutique hotel a luxurious way to celebrate, relax and enjoy award winning food and a little pampering. Christmas Day is a relaxed affair with a five course Christmas lunch being the highlight. Waking up on Boxing Day there’s just enough time to enjoy a leisurely breakfast and board games, then a bracing walk around picturesque Tuddenham and Cavenham Heaths.

Tuddenham Mill, High Street, Tuddenham, Newmarket, IP28 6SQ. 01638 713552 Kesgrave Hall is not your typical Christmas party location, but with a group of work colleagues, family or friends it will be one you won’t soon forget. Partake in a glass of sparkling wine on arrival followed by a delicious three course Christmas before dancing to an amazing live band. The Hangar is the Hall’s venue for all occasions, and will be

transformed into a winter wonderland, a separate bar and even a Wii gaming area.

Kesgrave Hall, Hall Road, Kesgrave, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP5 2PU 01473 333741 Welcomed with a traditional English cream tea and followed up by mulled wine and hot chestnuts during their carol service, and that’s just the first few hours of Christmas Eve in a three night stay at Ufford Hotel and Spa. Christmas Day options include an hour in the luxury thermal spa or a round of golf in the ‘Santa Cup’ 9-hole competition, along with the traditional festive traditions. An entertaining Boxing Day is made up of movies and a pub quiz, all in all not a bad way to spend the holiday season.

Whatever you do, enjoy!

Ufford Hotel and Spa, Yarmouth Road, Melton, Woodbridge, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP12 1QW. 01394 383555

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BRING YOUR PARTY TO OUR PARTY FANTASTIC VALUE. Bucks Fizz and canapes. Choice 3-course meal, Coffee and mince pies. Then dancing or just relax in the lounges. Fridays - £51.00pp Weekday’s - £46.50 pp

FOR THOSE ‘DIFFICULT TO BUY FOR’ PRESENTS. • Maybe a Cookery Day, • Pamper Day, Lunch for 2 - Any Value Presented in a beautiful folder – Just phone and we do the rest

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Wedding

Wedding

PLAN YOUR IN YOUR LUNCH HOUR

Geroge Watts, aka The Wedding Fairy, reveals the three fundamentals to get your head around the pre-countdown planning of your wedding.

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he thought of your looming wedding seems an intimidating prospect? Where to start? Have an hour to spare? Then why not tick off these three crucial points that totally underpin the world of wedding planning and will help take the stress out of your journey to the aisle of love right from the beginning... just think BUDGET, PLAN AND LOOK! Knowing where to start in putting together the biggest day of anyone’s life can often be a daunting task, but luckily

The Wedding Fairy has done all the hard work for any prospective bride or groom-to-be with this ultimate big day bible.

In just 60 minutes couples will be armed with all the information they will ever need to make any big day celebration simply unforgettable - without feeling overwhelmed or bogged down in unnecessary detail. Yes, in just one hour this quick fix guide will answer exactly what needs to do done and when – the wedding all sorted in a lunch break!

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Remember, if you have all your figures prepped before you get together with suppliers they will know you mean business

MONEY TALKS! How much cash have you got to splash?! Calculate a running total and break down the costs for each element of your big day. Take out 10% of your overall budget to act as an emergency fund for any costs that may crop up along the way or, to top-up cash allocation for specific elements such as the cake and flowers. Ensure you

clearly work out your spend per head for the wedding reception as this is one area that always causes a headache for most couples - especially if not considered in advance of any planning meeting. Remember, if you have all your figures prepped before you get together with suppliers they will know you mean business. Many couples like to do the maths on an excel spreadsheet to tally running totals, but personally I LOVE the free budget breakdown resource offered online via hitched.co.uk. When I discovered this service, I just knew it would be a lifesaver for so many couples needing an organised check list. Online registration takes a few minutes but trust me, it’s so totally worth it to access this top admin tool. Check out the detail at www.hitched.co.uk

BIG DAY BIBLE An essential bit of kit for any wedding planner to be, The Big Day Bible is your personalised a-z checklist of what to do and when. From securing the venue to selecting the dress, a concise countdown of jobs-to-do, is a total must-have piece of kit for anyone planning a big day celebration.

Investing time in this plan right from the off, guarantees to ease your overall journey to the aisle of love, whilst at the same time ensuring you have everything effectively in place ready for the wedding itself - without stress levels reaching boiling point.

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Wedding

GET IN THE MOOD – FOR ROMANCE...

Every wedding needs a clear style or theme to bind the celebration together and knowing where to start can be a challenging task. I know it’s a bit of a cliché, but the best approach is to start with a blank canvas so you can build a unique picture of your celebration organically. Do not stifle your creativity with too many set ideas right from the

beginning, start with an open mind and see what evolves. The true genius of a person is often bubbling subconsciously... here’s what to do:

really handy for taking to supplier sessions especially the cake maker and florist to inspire and steer their creativity.

Spend an afternoon grabbing a ton of wedding, food, home design and celebrity magazines highlighting your favourite dresses, interiors, menus and hairstyles. Rip out the pages you love and pop on a big board to create a montage of imagery. This we know in the business as a mood board, which you can then use to identify your favourite themes, styles and colour-ways to slowly build an overall concept for the wedding. This mood board is also

And for those who prefer a more modern approach, remember www. pinterest.com is now one of the world’s number one online sites to pick up inspirational wedding ideas. Build yourself a digital board via an Ipad or similar device and use this to take along to supplier sessions. Many of the National wedding magazines also have Pinterest boards now, so it’s definitely a great place to start getting those creative juices flowing!

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Christmas & New Year 2012

Christmas and New Year is the most magical time of year at Down Hall with the Hertfordshire grounds transforming to a Winter Wonderland whilst inside the open fire crackles away.

Christmas Party Nights Celebrate the run-up to Christmas in style with your colleagues or friends.

Christmas Day Lunch Join us for a luxury 4-course lunch in the Grill Room.

New Year's Eve Party Join us for a sparkling reception, 3-course dinner and fantastic party with DJ afterwards!

Christmas Residential Packages Allow us to look after you whilst you enjoy this special time with family & friends.

Boxing Day Lunch After cooking up a storm for 2 days, come to Down Hall and let us do all the work!

NYE Black Tie Ball See the New Year in style with Champagne and a canape reception, 4-course dinner with a live singer and DJ to dance the night away afterwards!

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EARN YOUR ULTIMATE WEDDING BODY

Tara Simpson enrolled the services of a personal trainer to get the wedding body of her dreams, keeping a diary to map out her progress ...

Jay was recommended to me through a friend of mine who had used him to achieve great results fast. So, as he was a mobile personal trainer it suited me and my busy work life schedule for him to come to me when I had an hour free each week in the lead up to the most important day in my life.

From the initial conversation, the first thing Jay asked me to do was to keep a food diary for two weeks so he could see what I was eating and drinking and at what times. This sounded like a chore but it was actually quite interesting to look

back and see what I do eat and how much. I could see what and where I could change in my diet at a glance. He then took body measurements. We then went through what I hoped and wanted to achieve. I didn’t want to lose a drastic amount of weight but lose 10lbs and tone up. But I didn’t want all this to be just for my wedding. I wanted to maintain my perfect size long after my honeymoon, for both me and my husband.

Jay does a 90-day pre wedding exercise plan which is tailor-made to target the areas I wanted to improve. Each week a

slightly different exercise was set and this would be advanced on over the 90 day period.

This is where Jay would help and guide me where he would look at my diet intake as well as the exercise sessions to keep me on course to reach my desired size. I was hoping to come down two dress sizes. I tried doing exercise before but lacked motivation and commitment as I was tired and found exercising on my own boring. But the motivation and encouragement from a fitness professional makes all the difference. It’s eastlife.co.uk|81

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amazing how different it is having someone encourage you to make every rep and set count.

Jay and I sat down and went through what the plan involved, it was good to see it down in front of me as it gave me a clear understanding what each week would involve. I had a copy of this, so I could keep it at home and chart my progression as well as Jay. He made sure I was involved as much as I could with the plan, i.e. what exercises I liked and what type of foods I enjoyed. He always put me at ease and it became clear that Jay has a really refreshingly honest and open approach. Because of this I felt even more motivated to go and dust off my gym kit and get started.

The first session was booked in for that

week and I was looking forward to getting started. On the morning of my first PT session with Jay I felt a little nervous of what I was going to be put through, but soon got over those nerves by focusing on the outcome, looking and feeling great on my wedding day and the honeymoon.

The thought of trying to hide my wobbly bits with strategically placed wraps gave me a shudder down my spine and gave me the final kick to get going. I ate the breakfast Jays advised me to eat, which consisted of wholemeal toast, poached eggs, orange juice and an apple. Usually for me it’s just coffee on the go.

I cannot recommend getting a personal trainer enough. I am absolutely thrilled with the results and more than that I actually enjoyed getting them!

JAY LEE Jay works with his clients at their home, workplace or Bourne Golf & Leisure Club.

Specialising in toning and shaping the body with exercise programmes that can benefit his clients in the short or long term, he is also qualified in sports nutrition, gym based boxing, spinning and circuit training. www.jayleept.com

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FREE admission. All brides who register on the day will receive a FREE goody bag We will be showcasing prestigious local suppliers of bridal and menswear, DJs, videographers and photographers, hair and beauty, stationery, decorations & balloons, wedding planners, toastmasters, entertainment, florists, transport and much more.

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Weddings at Woburn Three unique venues set in the heart of the historic Woburn Abbey Estate The Woburn estate provides a stunning backdrop for weddings and offers three very different venues.

From the splendour of The Sculpture Gallery at Woburn Abbey, or the Inn at Woburn for classic country weddings, to the fun and unusual Safari Lodge at Woburn Safari Park, weddings held on the estate are truly unique. Weddings can be arranged for just 25 up to 250 guests and a dedicated wedding planner will ensure that every wedding is a day to remember.

Wedding Open Day - Sunday 11th November 2012 The Inn at Woburn, The Sculpture Gallery and *The Safari Lodge will all be set up for a wedding reception and our experienced wedding planners will also be available.

For further information and opening times please call 01525 292172 or visit www.woburn.co.uk/weddings *Please note that entry to The Safari Lodge open day is by invitation only and that places are limited and must be booked in advance

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Wolterton & Mannington 2012 Countryside Walks and Trails

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Open every day from 9am. Car parks £2.00.

MANNINGTON October 28th History Day – Paston Heritage and other Societies – 11-4 December 16th Christmas at the Greedy Goose Decorated Hall – 11-4 WOLTERTON November 4th Vocality Concert November 9th Luncheon Talk – Wine Wolterton Hall open Friday afternoons (2-5, last entry 4) until end October Mannington Hall, Norwich NR11 7BB 01263 584175/768444

Music, drama, opera, talks, art exhibitions, costume and history fairs

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Sussex Barn - an ideal location for Wedding Receptions, Civil Weddings,Dances, Parties, Conferences and Exhibitions Contact: Jane Thompson

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Digital Print Framing Scanning With the accent on friendly, professional services, you can be assured that a visit to PhotoArt GB Ltd will lead to the finest quality Digital Print around.

Glasshaus VII An exhibition of works of art in glass by established artists and newcomers

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CHELMSFORD MUSEUM

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Free parking and admission for all the family!

Exhibition 13 October–25 November, Ladies In Their Corsets – an illustrated look at the Victorian garment, revived in the 1990s

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A FEAST OF VISUAL WONDER As the days begin to shorten and the air begins to chill, wrap up warm and enjoy the excellent autumnal feast of visual wonder on offer, says Collette Hoefkens of Norton Way Gallery in Letchworth Garden City.

Starting with a trip to the east of Essex, why not pay a visit to the galleries of the Naze Tower. Situated in the attractive coastline of Walton-on-the-Naze, this historic 86ft landmark houses 6 floors of both national and regional contemporary original art. You can even enhance the experience by enjoying the 360-degree panoramic views of coastline and countryside afforded by the towers unique roof-viewing platform. Top the day off with a relaxing cup of tea or coffee in the centre’s tearoom.

During October, up to the 4th of November, the gallery is hosting two solo

shows featuring the original printmaking of Janet French and Emma Buckmaster.

Along side these you can also catch two separate group exhibitions encompassing a very diverse range of skills from around the region and beyond. No less than 14 artists contribute to make this a colourful and comprehensive collection of styles, disciplines and media.

Walden to the calming, thought provoking drawings of Hillary Owers, you will find many works inspired by the surrounding areas and present day activities that occur there.

From Emma and Janet’s wistful and sometimes haunting images, to Denise Brown’s delightful and uplifting ceramics, there really is something to capture everyone’s imagination. From the lively, topsy-turvy, world of Mandy

Naze Tower, The Naze, Old Hall Lane, Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex CO14 8LE

The Naze Tower Gallery Sunday 8th September to Sunday 4th November 2012

Phone: 01255 852519 www.nazetower.co.uk

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To have a wedding day unlike any other

East Mersea Hall is the place to visit

East Mersea Hall is steeped in Elizabethan elegance and history with stunning mature gardens and woodland offset against the breathtaking lake.

The quintessential charm and tranquility makes EMH the perfect place to celebrate your wondrous day.

EMH is also available to host ALL types of Civil Ceremonies; weddings, partnerships, naming ceremonies and renewal of vows, as well as receptions following wedding services.

East Mersea Hall, Church Lane, East Mersea, Colchester, Essex CO5 8TJ Contact: Sarah Baldwin Phone: (01206) 383499 Mobile: (07842) 195221

Email: eastmerseahall@aol.co.uk www.eastmerseahall.co.uk Discover EMH to make your special day truly a day to remember

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By contrast the Fitzwilliam Museum are just about to launch an exhibition of original Japanese woodcuts from the Ukiyo-e movement. Translated as “The Moving World” this group of artists were devoted to exploring the transience of the human condition, of living in the moment and its uncertainty. Originally illustrating the experience of the every day man enjoying his pursuit of leisure and entertainment, the movement developed its area of interest and fascination and began to portray the beauty and mystery of life, the landscape, nature and the elements, as well as the people that battled them.

Working mainly in the discipline of wood engraving, artists would spend years being taught and mastering their skills. Many of the pieces in this collection were created by two of the most revered and pioneering of these Japanese masters - Katsushika Hokusai and Ando Hiroshige; prolific image-

makers from towards the end of the 18th century through to the middle of the 19th. This show features many of their magical and beautiful portrayals of snow and the winter landscape.

The celebration of line, curve and shape, beautifully balanced with an economy of colour, that somehow touches our senses, creates wonderful breathtaking images inspired by poetry, myth and narrative. From the rhythmic illustration of the wind through the trees and peoples clothing, to the silent stillness of a snow blanketed field, stories unfold depicting drama, anticipation, beauty, joy and love. This exhibition, comprising of works from the museums own collection, promises to be a truly beautiful and quietly awe inspiring show.

Above: “Looking back” by Janet French Snow Country: Woodcuts of the Japanese Winter (2 October to 13 Jan) Shiba Gallery, The Fitzwilliam Museum, Trumpington Street, Cambridge CB2 1RB Tel: 01223 332900 www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk

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Nestled down a cobbled mews in the picturesque town of Baldock, our 4,000 sq ft gallery is fast becoming a leading arts destination in Hertfordshire offering fabulous works to suit every taste and pocket whilst offering an affordable investment to enjoy every day.

Come along and enjoy a fine art experience! private viewings available

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Chelmsford

CHELMSFORD a subtleness and beauty inside that reflects its welcoming, but not tourist-led nature. Concerts and lectures are among events held, but worship remains at the cathedral’s essence.

As well as hosting temporary exhibitions, Chelmsford Museum focuses on local history, as does the Essex Police museum, albeit it of a more specialised variety.

WHAT’S THE HISTORY? Though the Romans were among the area’s earliest settlers, Chelmsford’s history didn’t begin in earnest until 1199 when it became a market town.

Sometime over the following century it became Essex’s county town. Richard II came to Chelmsford as he sought to quash the Peasants’ Revolt of 1381, more recently its local factories were targeted by bombers in World War Two with the area suffering man casualties.

WHAT’S TO SEE AND DO? Chelmsford Cathedral is the second smallest of its kind in England, relatively low-key in outward appearance but with

After years of neglect, Hylands House has been restored to its former glory and is home to a café, new visitor centre, a gift shop and artist studios.

Chelmsford also has top-class sport too, with its County Cricket Ground home to County Championship side Essex.

EXPLORING THE TOWN Chelmsford City Council building reception has all necessary visitor and tourist information. Outside of public transport, one of the best ways to explore is on the 30km of designated cycle routes.

FESTIVAL TOWN Each August Hylands Park is one half of duel locations for the V Festival, one of the biggest of its kind in England, featuring some of music’s biggest acts as well as new and upcoming bands and performers.

SHOPPING AND MARKETS As well as various boutiques and independent shops, Chelmsford has two large shopping centres. Meadows Shopping Centre and High Chelmer Shopping Centre are both located just off the high street with plenty of shops between them. Behind the latter underneath a multi-story car park can be found Chelmsford Market with over hundred stalls to peruse and explore. eastlife.co.uk|91

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INGATESTONE HALL Hall Lane, Ingatestone, Essex CM4 9NR

(off the London end of Ingatestone High St.) 16th Century manor house & grounds with a wealth of history.

OPEN to the public between noon and 5pm on Wednesdays, Sundays and Bank Holiday Mondays from Easter Sunday until the end of September.

Adults – £6 Pensioners – £5 Children (over 5) – £2.50 GUIDED TOURS are also available for groups at other times by prior arrangement.

A PERFECT SETTING for your wedding or family celebration If you are planning a special event, large or small, public or private, we would be very happy to discuss with you how we might provide the venue for the occasion FAIRS & EXHIBITIONS * CONCERTS & PLAYS LECTURES & SEMINARS * TRADE PROMOTIONS

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Thursday 4 October 7.45pm

Lee Hurst Civic Theatre Tickets: £16.00

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THEATRE & SHOWS 2-6 Oct Aida Elton John and Sir Tim Rice’s classic tale of the timeless bond between a Nubian princess and an Egyptian soldier, based on Verdi’s aria of the same name. Brentwood Theatre, 01277 200305 3 Oct Julian Clary Position Vacant Apply Within. Tour of the Kingdom, 2012 Master of camp and winner of ‘Celebrity Big Brother’, Julian Clary is scouring the land in search of love. Palace Theatre, Southend-onSea, 01702 351135 3-5 Oct Anne Boleyn. Witty, compelling often laugh-out-loud funny celebration of a great English heroine The Old Court Theatre, Chelmsford, 01245 606505 5 Oct Des O’Connor For one night only, the showbiz legend will give you an evening filled with comedy, laughter and music. Princes Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea, 01255 686633 11 Oct Vagina Monologues Eve Ensler’s hilarious Broadway and West End smash hit is back with an all new, all star cast featuring TV favourite Clare Buckfield (Dancing on Ice Finalist, Two Point Four Children), the feisty and fabulous Vicky Entwistle (Coronation Street) and making her stage debut Chelsee Healey (Strictly Come Dancing Finalist, Waterloo Road).

An unmissable show for every generation -bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your gran – this is the ultimate girls night out. Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135 11-12 Oct Romeo and Juliet Following on from the success of Macbeth, the critically acclaimed Icarus Theatre Collective presents a bold and exciting new production of Shakespeare’s most tragic tale. Queen Mother Theatre, Hitchin, 01462 455166

season. The evening begins with Glinka’s colourful Russlan & Ludmilla overture. This is followed by a performance of Prokofiev’s lyrical violin concerto, performed by the brilliant young Russian violinist Alexander Sitkovetsky. The concert will end with a performance of Tchaikovsky’s elemental Symphony No. 5, with its haunting horn Adagio and exhilarating, powerful finale. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135 16-20 Oct The Drowsy Chaperone Brentwood Brentwood Operatic Society present a parody of musical comedy of the 1920s. Brentwood Theatre, 01277 200305 16-20 Oct Carousel! Performing at the Braintree Arts Theatre for the first time, Braintree Musical Society are proud to present their production of the much-loved Rodgers and Hammerstein classic, Carousel: the story of millworkers, Julie Jordan and Carrie Pipperidge.

The musical includes many well-known songs such as “If I Loved You”, “June Is Bustin’ Out All Over” and “You’ll Never Walk Alone”. Braintree Arts Theatre, Braintree, 01376 556354 16-17 Oct The Sleeping Beauty Following previous sell-out shows the internationally-acclaimed Moscow Ballet return with another magnificent classic. With sumptuous sets, fabulous costumes and Tchaikovsky’s rousing socre, this glorious ballet is perfect for all ages. Queen’s Theatre, Hornchurch, 01708 443333 18 Oct Jim Davidson Uncompromising, controversial and politically incorrect as ever, Jim tackles virtually every taboo

subject imaginable. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-onSea, 01702 351135 19 Oct Freddie Starr Back from Australia Freddie Starr will be thrilling audiences during the Autumn of 2012 with his “BACK FROM THE JUNGLE TOUR”! Princes Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea, 01255 686633 19 Oct Joan Rivers The American tv personality, comedian, writer, film director, and actress, Joan Rivers, brings her brash manner and ability to poke fun at herself and other Hollywood celebrities to the UK. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135 19 Oct Bobby Davro – Face Hopper Tour Bobby makes a rare return to the stage. Harlow Playhouse, Harlow, 01279 431945 22 Oct Romeo and Juliet Romeo and Juliet Following on from the success of Macbeth, the critically acclaimed Icarus Theatre Collective presents a bold and exciting new production of Shakespeare’s most tragic tale. Braintree Arts Theatre, Braintree, 01376 556354 23-27 Oct The Diary of Anne Frank The story of the Jewish girl who was hidden with her family in an annexe above her father’s office at 263 Prinsengracht , Amsterdam for nearly two years. This version was first presented at the Music Box Theater, New York in 1996, to great critical acclaim. Dixon Studio at Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135

12 Oct Colin Fry Psychic Medium Colin Fry, brings his new show to Essex. Princes Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea, 01255 686633 12 Oct Steven K Amos Stephen K Amos Star of television and radio, Stephen is back with his new stand-up show, Laughter is my Agenda, after a sell-out season at the Edinburgh Festival. Palace Theatre, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135 13 Oct The Rat Pack Vegas Spectacular Frank, Sammy and Dean swing into town. With an abundance of class and style they take you on a trip back in time to vintage Las Vegas hip, cool and style!

Outstanding tunes plus endless hanky panky and banter, ensure their timeless soiree remains the hottest party around. Princes Theatre, Clacton-on-Sea, 01255 686633 14 Oct St Petersburg Symphony Orchestra The distinguished Russian orchestra, the St Petersburg Symphony, under their conductor Vladimir Altschuler open the 2012/13

Colchester Craft, Vintage and Gift Fair 13 OCT: This new fair is open from 10:00 to 15:00 and takes place at the newly built St John’s Church Community Centre. St. John’s Close.

Colchester. There will be over 30 stall holders offering a diverse selection of handmade, vintage items, art, homeware and other gifts. Only £1.00 entrance. Children under 12 are Free. Free Parking at the entrance at St. John’s Close. There will be refreshments available.

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26 Oct An Audience with Jonathan Miller Jonathan Miller is a man of many talents; doctor, an expert in neuropsychology, a satirist, writer, sculptor and director of theatre, opera and film.

He rose to fame in the early 1960s when, alongside Peter Cook, Dudley Moore and Alan Bennett, he co-wrote and starred in the groundbreaking satirical stage revue ‘Beyond The Fringe’. This unique one-man show finds Miller discussing his life and work beyond ‘Beyond The Fringe’. firstsite, Colchester, 01206 577067

MUSIC 2 Oct Ultravox – The ‘Brilliant’ Tour 2012 Ultravox follow the hugely anticipated release of their forthcoming new album ‘Brilliant’ with a UK tour .The ‘Brilliant’ tour will feature new material from the album alongside classic tracks. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on Sea, 01702 351135 14 Oct Amit Chaudhuri A Moment of Mishearing Amit Chaudhuri is an acclaimed composer and singer trained in the Hindustani classical tradition and is a songwriter, singer and leader of The Amit Chaudhuri Band. Braintree Arts Theatre, Braintree, 01376 556354 18 Oct Joe Brown Backed by his five-piece band, including son Pete, Joe is a master of many different musical styles, including rockabilly, gospel, country, folk, and rock ‘n’ roll. Harlow Playhouse, Harlow, 01279 431945 25 Oct D’Ukes Ukulele band with a difference covering music both old and new, fashioned in their own style to the likes of The Beatles, Beach Boys, Johnny Cash and Blondie through to Paulo Nutini, Amy Winehouse and the Stereophonics to name but a few. Part of Brentwood OctoberMusicFest. Brentwood Theatre, 01277 200305 31 Oct Jools Holland Autumn Tour Boogie-woogie piano master Jools Holland takes his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on the road once again. Also featuring the astounding vocals of Ruby Turner. Cliffs Pavilion, Southend-on-Sea, 01702 351135

ART & EXHIBITIONS 1-6 Oct Thames Titanics Wrecks from the Estuary An exhibition featuring artefacts from the bed of the Thames. Beecroft Art Gallery, Westcliff-on-Sea 01702 347418 1-28 Oct Siron Franco Suspicious Story: An internationally renowned artist from Brazil whose preferred mediums are painting, drawing and sculpture. firstsite, Colchester, 01206 577067 All month David Watkinson. Unseen Forces Large organic forms and kinetic sculpture RHS Garden Hyde Hall, Rettendon, 01245 400256 All month Coming to Colchester: 2000 Years of Immigration Roman walls, a Norman castle, the Dutch Quarter

Game Week at Audley End House 27 Oct - 4 Nov. This half term come to Audley End and watch Audley End’s resident cook make the most of the hunting season with her amazing recipes. Visitors can see the entire process of gaming, from the sky to the skillet as our falconers provide you with incredible arena displays that will teach you about the Victorian art of hunting and our cooks will show you how it would have been prepared. Adult: £13 / Concession: £11.70 / Child:

and the Garrison, these are just some of the landmarks of Colchester’s history of settlers.

Hollytrees Museum, Colchester, 01206 282940 Until 7 Jan Treasures of China 70 treasures from Nanjing Museum China; go on a journey across 8000 years of Chinese history.

Recommended. Colchester Castle Museum, Colchester, 01206 282939 1–28 Oct The Fry Menagerie A selection of works which include animals, drawn from the gallery’s permanent collection.

Fry Art Gallery, Saffron Walden 01799 513779 Until 4 Nov Glasshaus VII An exhibition of works of art in glass.

The Gallery at Parndon Mill, Harlow, 01279 426042 6-27 Oct The East Anglian Group of Marine Artists Exhibition The group was founded in 1979 and comprises of artists with a shared enthusiasm for depicting the maritime scenes of East Anglia and beyond. The Aubrey Art Gallery, Great Dunmow 01371 873133 6-21 Oct Geedon Gallery Autumn Exhibition 2012 Seasonal exhibition. Geedon Gallery, Fingringhoe, Colchester 01206 728587 13 Oct-25 Nov Ladies in their Corsets Paul An illustrated touring exhibition, alongside examples from the museum’s collection, that traces the development of the corset from Victorian times. Chelmsford Museum, Chelmsford. 01245 605700

SPECIAL EVENTS 6-20 Oct Harts Events Literature Festival at Saffron Walden Guest speakers include: Matthew Prichard, Mark Kermode, Karen Maitland, James Mayhew, Robin Ince and Ross King. Various venues.

6-7 Oct Guild of Essex Craftmen’s Autumn Craft Fair 35 exhibitors with a wide range of their work on display and for sale, with some members demonstrating their skills. Coggeshall Grange Barn, Colchester, 01279 870678 6-7 Oct Essex Food Show The Essex Food Show This is your opportunity to check out a vast range of really good food and drink, not usually available in your local supermarket. Rare breed meat producers, game, speciality sausages, smoked foods, fresh fruit and vegetables, pickles, preserves and sauces, cakes, chocolates, locally brewed beers and cider , plus a wide selection of wines, spirits and lots, lots more. Crowne Plaza Resort Colchetser – Five Lakes, 01621 773403 13 Oct Colchester Craft, Vintage and Gift Fair. See panel. St John’s Church Community Centre, Colchester www.priscusevents.co.uk 31 Oct Fright Night Fright Night is back for Halloween with new twists and turns. Attractions include: firedancers, giant animatronic skeletons, special and interactive effects through the gardens and a visit from outer space. Hylands House, Chelmsford, 01245 605555

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Chappel & The Colne

CHAPPEL AND THE COLNE A magnificent 19th-century railway viaduct crosses the Colne Valley near Chappel. A pretty village, the peaceful River Colne and some lovely countryside combine to make this a very special walk.

The Colne Valley between Halstead and Fordham is in a tranquil part of Essex and contains some of the most satisfying pastoral countryside to be found in this county. Chappel, a small hamlet near Wakes Colne, is dominated by a large railway viaduct of 1847 crossing the valley, 100 feet high and containing 30 arches. It is used by the nearby East Anglian Railway Museum who run the occasional train over it. However, Chappel can be much admired on its own merits. Next to the church is a handsome little Georgian house with plaster panels. Above the roof of the church rises a wooden belfry with a short spire, and the ancient door leads us to a nave with 14th-century walls.

The walk starts in the middle of Chappel by the church and then follows the river upstream to a fishing lake before turning south for excellent views. Soon we join the Essex Way downhill back to join the river and head for the viaduct, going under this to regain the village.

The pub in the village is the Swan dated 1390. !ere is an excellent courtyard

dining area where children are allowed to sit and eat. It is situated by the river, and is well worth a visit.

THE WALK From the car park walk past the church and straight on past the barn. You are following the course of the River Colne which is 100 yards or so to the right with an attractive mill just beyond. Cross a stile and bear left. Cross another stile and turn to the right. Follow a yellow arrow with a hedge on your right and go over two more stiles and a plank bridge.

Go over another stile into a meadow with a fishing lake. In the corner of the meadow and the wood ahead cross a rather makeshift stile which leads to a smarter stile with arrows and waymarks.

At a concrete public footpath sign turn right past houses with a hedge on your right. After 150 yards go through a gap in the corner of the field to find a yellow arrow and pass a pond on your right.

Follow the field edge to the corner and turn left past the hedge with an Essex Way sign. Join the farm drive on a corner and continue over the railway to Bacons Farm. At the back of the buildings there are two paths.

At the end of the wood on your left turn left over a stile with waymarks and walk uphill along the path in the woods for ½ mile till you reach Priory House. Keep to the left of the hedge past the house and follow the metalled drive, swinging left to the road at a concrete public footpath sign.

Turn left with the Essex Way sign and walk downhill towards the river. You will be able to enjoy a fine view here of the valley, the viaduct and the country scene.

Just before the river bridge and gate turn left over two stiles, aiming to the right of Pope’s Hall ahead. Follow past the Hall, and turn left onto the lane.

Cross the road just to the left and at another public footpath sign turn right up some steps to a field. Head across the field aiming for two thatched roofs. Walk along Bacons Lane through Swan Street.

Soon turn right across a field towards the viaduct. Join a path to the right beside and below the railway. On reaching the viaduct cross through the arches and over a little playing field back to your car.

This is just one of twenty walks featured in Waterside Walks in Essex by Anne & Norman Skinner. Published by Countryside Books. Order at www.countrysidebooks.co.uk. Price £7.95. ISBN: 9781853065651

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Leigh-on-Sea

LEIGH-ON-SEA A POSTCARD Join us for a quick tour around this delightful estuary town …

Just along the seafront from Southend, the cobbled streets and weathered clapboard cottages of Leigh-on-Sea are home to practising artists, craftsmen and photographers. Stroll along the cockle sheds in the Old Town and dip into craft shops and galleries before enjoying a drink a riverside pub. Or climb the hill to Leigh Broadway and allow yourself to be tempted by a string of boutiques and independent shops selling everything from designer wear to homeware.

Old Leigh is renowned for its seafood – especially cockles! When in town you must visit ‘cockle row’ where you can sample some of the local fishermen’s freshest catch. Perfect on a late Autmnal day sitting on the sea wall. The quality

and the taste of seafood here is renowned with cockles being supplied to many exceptional restaurants – even as far as Paris. Although 80% of the town’s catch is exported you’re never going to be left disappointed as seafood is always available for you to sample whether from one of the many cockle sheds or in one of the fish restaurants that boast stunning views of the estuary.

Once you have had your fill of seafood head up along the High Street and pay a visit to the Old Smithy, once a fisherman’s cottage it now boasts a Heritage Centre (01702 470834) with a photographic display of the history of this wonderful estuary town. eastlife.co.uk|99

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THEATRE & SHOWS 2-3 Oct Miriam Margoyles in Dickens’ Women Fs part of this year’s celebrations for the bi-centenary of Charles Dickens, audiences have the unique opportunity to witness the extraordinary passion and talent of Miriam Margolyes (credits include Harry Potter and Blackadder) as she portrays over 23 of Dickens’ best-loved characters in a stunning demonstration of versatility and acting performance. Devised and written by Miriam Margolyes and Sonia Fraser, original music and arrangements by Michael Haslam. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 769505 5 Oct Decadence Hip hop, all female, crew from Brooklyn. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 769505 6 Oct The Osiligi Maasai Warrior Troupe. The Osiligi Maasai Warrior Troupe Having received rapturous receptions for their eight-week tour of Scotland and Southern England last year, The Osiligi return to the UK this year. The tours help the members of the Troupe to raise money for their families in their community Seagull Theatre, Pakefield, 01502 589726 7 Oct Suggs – My Life Story in Words and Music The Madness frontman takes to the stage in a hilarious, yet moving, one man tour de force. Grand Hall, Corn Exchange, Ipswich, 01473 433100 9-13 Oct The Sacred Flame Putting a twist on the classic murder mystery, this part thriller, part love story is by the enduringly popular playwright and novelist, Somerset Maugham, whose brilliance is discovered afresh in this vivid new production presented by English Touring Theatre. This tense and graceful play is a fascinating exploration of love, devotion and family. Grove Theatre, Dunstable, 01582 602080

appearing on BBC1’s Six O’Clock News, Ten O’Clock News, BBC Breakfast, and the Corporation’s 24-hour News Channel Nicholas Owen is a presenter with BBC News, appearing on BBC1’s Six O’Clock News, Ten O’Clock News, BBC Breakfast, and the Corporation’s 24-hour News Channel Fisher Theatre, Bungay, 01986 897130

politics of the early 1960s. A dramamtic classic and one you won’t want to miss. The Cut, New Cut, Halesworth, 0845 6732123

23-27 Oct Half a Sixpence Bury St Edmunds Amateur Operatic and Dramatic Society. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 769505

25 Oct An Evening of Burlesque Direct from London’s West End, elegant showgirls combine Parisian charm with Las Vegas glamour in a spectacle that marries live vocal talent with the art of burlesque. Over 18s only!. Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 433100

23-27 Oct Radio Times Presented by The Watermill Theatre and Radio Times Ltd Heart-warming and fast-moving, Radio Times, is a fabulously entertaining musical, chock-full of quick-fire gags, side-splitting routines and classic songs from Noel Gay (Me and My Girl), it features the combined talents of West End stars, Gary Wilmot and Sara Crowe with a company of The Watermill’s most gifted actor musicians. New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 295900 24 Oct Frankenstein Phantomime Centre Stage Players return with their third Halloween pantomime, after the success of Dracula and Jekyll and Hyde. For one night only, boo and hiss the evil Dr Frank as he attempts to create a monster to destroy his local town. Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford, 01234 269519 26 Oct Jongleurs Comedy Night Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe, 01394 282126 1 Mar Entertaining Mr. Sloane Nudge Arts presents Joe Orton’s black comedy looking at the seedy underworld of sexual oppression and

30 Oct Stuck! A hilarious tale about a little boy in a very sticky situation! Suitable for ages 3+. New Wolsey Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 295900

28-29 Oct Angelina Ballerina The Mousical Everyone’s favourite little ballet star, Angelina Ballerina, pirouettes onto the stage in her brand new musical - a magical show packed full of singing and dancing. Perfect entertainment for all the family. Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 433100

MUSIC 3 Oct Fred Hersch Award-winning jazz pianist plays the hits. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 758000 3 Oct Ultravox The ‘Brilliant’ Tour 2012 Ultravox follow the hugely anticipated release of their forthcoming new album ‘Brilliant’ with a UK tour. The ‘Brilliant’ tour will feature brand new material from the album alongside classic tracks from the band’s hugely influential back catalogue. Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 433100

9 Oct Bob Brolly Popular entertainer from Derry, Northern Ireland. Fisher Theatre, Bungay, 01986 897130 11–13 Oct La Cenerentola The Suffolk Opera Chorus present a witty and exciting interpretation Giochino Rossini’s jolly classic based on the Cinderella story. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 769505 12-13 Oct Calendar Girls Sudbury Dramatic Society tackle the famous play based on the true story of eleven WI members who posed nude for a calendar to raise money for the Leukemia Research Fund. Calendar Girls was a hit motion picture in 2003 before it opened as a stage play at the Chichester Festival Theatre in 2008 - and became the fastest selling play in British theatre history. Quay Theatre, Sudbury, 01787 374745 20 Oct An Evening with Nicholas Owen & Stanley Jackson Nicholas Owen is a presenter with BBC News,

A Drop of the Good Stuff Enjoy a taste of Adnams in Southwold. Its famous Suffolk beer has been brewed there for over 150 years and all around the town you will experience the influences of the brewery. For a chance to venture behind the scenes and find out how their beer is made, why not join in the regular tours. For just £10 per person you can enjoy a Brewery tour, which includes a beer and wine tasting. www.adnams.co.uk

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4-6 Oct Celebration 2012. Ipswich Operatic and Dramatic Society return to the Spa with a brand new show. Featuring a selection of all-time favourite songs from musical theatre together with a number of popular classics from over the years. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe, 01394 282126 8 Oct Katie Melua - Secret Symphony Tour. Katie Melua is embarking on an autumn tour across Europe beginning with a run of seven shows in Britain, starting in Ipswich at the Regent Theatre. The 27 year-old singer, who has sold more than 11 million albums and is one of Britain’s most successful artist of the last decade, will be performing songs from all five of her studio albums, including her latest album ‘Secret Symphony’ which was released in March to critical acclaim. As well as singing her more familiar tracks which made her famous worldwide, including ‘The Closest Thing To Crazy’ and ‘Nine Millions Bicycles’.

Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 433100 11 Oct Joan Armatrading Three times Grammy nominated, Brit award nominee and Ivor Novella winner singer-songwriter Joan Armatrading MBE, will be touring the UK during autumn 2012. Regent Theatre, Ipswich, 01473 433100 12 Oct Turin Brakes Following the release of their album, Outbursts, and last autumn’s sell-out tour, Turin Brakes embark on a few special one-off shows and festival appearances in the run up to recording their new album. The Apex, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 758000 13 Oct Classical Divas A wonderful production starring four sensational sopranos, in an unforgettable evening of ever popular classical arias, and timeless pop classics including; ‘The Flower Duet’, ‘Nella Fantasia’, ‘O Mio Babbino Caro’, ‘My Heart Will Go On’, ‘I Dreamed A Dream’, ‘Hallelujah’, ‘Nessun Dorma’, ‘World In Union’ and ‘Time To Say Goodbye’. Spa Pavilion, Felixstowe, 01394 282126 19 Oct Roxy Magic Roxy Music tribute show. Theatre Royal, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 769505

26 Oct Jools Holland Autumn Tour Boogie-woogie piano master Jools Holland takes his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra on the road once again.

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ART & EXHIBITIONS 1 Oct Studio Silver Today. Pioneering exhibition from The Goldsmiths’ Company, where talented young silversmith, Miriam Hanid, will be creating a silver beaker which she has designed from inspiration received at Ickworth. The beaker can be won by visitors and the draw will take place on 3 November at Ickworth.

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1 Mar Mike Gunn and Sean Collins Following spectacular performances on BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, here’s a rare chance to see two top-billing circuit stars sharing the same bill in a double-headline show. Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford, 01234 269519 1 Mar Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers Experience the thundering and exhilarating rhythms of Taiko in a dynamic and engaging show, and gain a unique insight into the enthralling world of this powerful art form. Rhodes Centre, Bishop’s Stortford, 01279 651746 1 Mar Chris Ramsey Stand-up comedy. The Court Theatre @ Pendley, Tring, Tring, 07543 560478 1–2 Mar God’s Blessing The second part in a three part trilogy, charting the epic story of the Pilgrim Fathers. Market Theatre, Hitchin, 01462 433553 1–2 Mar Camp Rock New musical based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movies Camp Rock and Camp Rock 2: The Final Jam. Grove Theatre, Dunstable, 01582 602080 1–3 Mar Of Mice and Men First performed in 1937 this is John Steinbeck’s own version of his classic novel and tells the story of George and Lenny, the fast-talking farm hand and the simple giant who accompanies him on a life of casual labour in the California Agricultural Belt

of the 1930s. Presented by Bancroft Players. Queen Mother Theatre, Hitchin, 01462 455166 1–3 Mar Derren Brown: Svengali New show from the ‘psychological illusionist’. Milton Keynes Theatre, 0844 871 7652 1–3 Mar Titanic – The Musical Ware Operatic present the epic musical with a cast of characters drawn from real life. Hertford Theatre, Hertford, 01992 531500 2 Mar The Table Puppet innovators Blind Summit Theatre present an award winning, brand new adult puppetry show. Join them on a visual journey that takes in a ballet of disembodied heads, a story toldentirely by pictures emerging from a briefcase and a tiny Moses with a cardboard head full of lonely wisdom. Bedford Theatre, Bedford, 01234 269519 2 Mar Phoenix Rising: D. H. Lawrence – Son & Lover! Paul Slack’s one man show is a colourful portrait of an extraordinary artist at full throttle!

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EXPLORE HADLEIGH Hadleigh, in the south of Suffolk close to the border with Essex, offers a wonderful mix of the old and new, and is known as much for its collection of interesting shops, pubs and restaurants as for its fine architecture.

Hadleigh is one of Britain’s finest ancient market towns, with a rich architectural history that has its origins in Saxon times. Hadleigh’s High Street is almost a mile long and runs parallel with the river, of the 137 properties that line the street 90 percent are listed buildings.

WHAT TO SEE: THE GUILDHALL Hadleigh’s medieval timber framed Guildhall is an impressive building that’s best seen from the inside. It is open to the public for guided tours from June to September. On fine days cream teas are served in the medieval style walled garden. Tours of the building are

available by prior arrangement. Open Thursday and Sunday afternoons, 2.30pm to 5pm. (01473 827752) THE DEANERY TOWER Deanery Tower is a fine example of Tudor brickwork. The 52 foot Tower was finished in 1495. It was intended to be the entrance gateway to a new palace for Hadleigh’s rector Archdeacon Pykenham, but the palace was never built.

THE RIVERSIDE WALK Hadleigh’s circular Riverside Walk takes around 30 minutes. The route takes in most of the High Street and Hadleigh’s two bridges, the Iron Bridge and Toppesfield Bridge. Walking along the western side of the river shows views of the back of the High Street across the water meadows. There are picnic tables along the river. The Hadliegh walks leaflet is available from Hadleigh Library.

Guided walks for groups can be arranged at any time: phone 01787 248207 or 881320.

THE KINGS HEAD The King’s Head bar and dining room has a traditional pub interior with two bars, a separate dining room with a large inglenook fire-place and wood-burning stove, and a beer terrace at the back for summertime drinks and snacks. Fish dishes are a specialty here and you’ll find excellent food at reasonable prices.

Dishes range from classics, including beer battered cod fillet and hand cut chips, to more adventurous mains such as chargrilled tuna loin, Thai green

vegetable curry with a chilli and sesame battered tiger prawn.

90 High Street (01473 828855) SHOP TALK RUFFLES & TIARAS Ruffles & Tiaras offers exclusive and stunning designer children’s clothing to meet all little girls’ desires, serving customers with finest labels and exciting new brands. At Ruffles & Tiaras a personal shopper can help you find the perfect outfit or gift, or simply tell you all about the latest trends; it’s all part of the special service they offer. 4a High Street, Hadleigh (01473 822332) PARTRIDGES OF HADLEIGH Partridges of Hadleigh is a long established store – not just a shop – which has served its local area for almost two centuries. The deeds of the property confirm there has been an ironmongery business there since at least 1823.

At Partridges you can buy anything from a sit-on mower to the best in kitchenware to the latest in designer wellies.

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HALESWORTH

WHAT’S THE HISTORY? The earliest recorded settlement in Halesworth is as far back as before 3000BC while Romans settled there between 150 and 250AD. Though its own history is of pertinence to the area, of wider significance the small market town was involved in both World Wars.

Its Patrick Stead hospital was an emergency facility during the First World War, and served this purpose again the conflict that followed two-and-a-half decades later. The area was targeted by the Luftwaffe while Halesworth Airfield was host to its share of American air force personnel, with the 56th Fighter Group and the 489th Bomb Group housed there.

WHAT’S TO SEE AND DO? Housed at the railway station, Halesworth and District Museum reflects on all aspects of local life and the town’s inhabitants. Special displays are changed on a fairly regular basis ensuring more than one visit offers something new. Halesworth Airfield Museum meanwhile gives the story of the base’s important role in the Second World War. The Cut is Halesworth’s arts

centre and features, art, music, film, theatre and cabaret as well as classes reflecting the range of subjects. For anyone looking to get out on the green there is Halesworth Golf Club.

SHOPPING AND MARKETS With its main street pedestrianised, shopping in Halesworth is a considerably more relaxed break from the modern norm. The town’s independent shops are able to be browed and appreciated without the noisy distractions of a busy road in between to contend with. Locally produced goods are on offer at the food shops giving a genuine local flavour.

Halesworth’s historic marketplace is at the centre of all this.

FESTIVAL TOWN The Halesworth Arts Festival has been in existence for over a decade now and is known to attract capacity crowds. The non-profit event is truly a town product, with it reliant on the generosity of locals to fund it. It features live music and exhibitions, all in an intimate, low-key environment.

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6 -7 Oct Suffolk Robin Hood Game and Country Show The Robin Hood Game & Country Show features a whole host of activities including: Rifle Shooting, Archery and amazing main arena events. World & Olympic Champion, shooting ace Peter Wilson, will be visiting this years show. The Suffolk Showground, Trinity Park, Ipswich, 01702 549623 281127 6 Oct Thornham Apple Festival 2012 All profits from this event go to the Beyond the Wall charity show. Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford, 01234 269519

13 OCT FRAMLINGHAM SAUSAGE FEST At various venues between 10am-3pm on Saturday 13 October, connoisseurs of the meat won’t want to miss Framlingham Sausage Fest.

Tastings, entertainment and family-friendly fun are on offer along the ‘Framlingham Sausage Trail’ (maps available). While it isn’t as famous as an Oscar or a BAFTA, the Best Framlingham Sausage Fest Sausage is almost as prestigious, with the winner decided at Framlingham’s Castle Inn at the ‘Awards Night’ the same day. www.framsausagefest.co.uk

6 Oct March Hare Collective Experience the thundering and exhilarating rhythms of Taiko in a dynamic and engaging show, and gain a unique insight into the enthralling world of this powerful art form.

The Apex, Bury St Edmunds, 01284 758000 17-28 Oct Halesworth Arts Festival 17 events in 16 nights. Highlights include Glenn Miller Orchestra, Clare Teal, An Evening with Rick Wakeman, Halesworth Festival Voices, Tony Hawks Evening, the showing of Buster Keaton in Steamboat Bill Jr., drama from the award winning Linda Marlowe and the ever popular Swingle Singers. There will also be an auction of a Maggi Hambling oil painting. Various venues including The Cut, New Cut, Halesworth, 0845 6732123.

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Saxmundham

SAXMUNDHAM

WHAT’S THE HISTORY? The best anyone has been able to decipher about the origins of Saxmundham’s strange name is that it comes from a settlement named after an unrecorded Saxon thegn or war lord.

This lack of concrete evidence is keeping with the lack of knowledge about the early days of the place itself.

The railway’s arrival in 1859 brought about Saxmundham’s first proper, albeit indirect, links with London and also opened it up to surrounding villages in bringing in unprecedented good traffic.

The arrival in July 2012 of the Olympic torch, on its way to London for the Games, was a reminder of how times have changed since those days.

WHAT’S TO SEE AND DO? Saxmundham Museum provides a look at years gone by in the town, as well providing yearly changing exhibits including most recently commemorating the historic summer just passed, a look back on the 1948 Olympic Games and the Queen’s coronation four years later.

The nearby Dunwich Museum tells the story of the lost city of the same name.

Once of the great ports of the east coast, virtually all of it has since been lost to the North Sea, so much so only a small village remains.

SHOPPING AND MARKETS Most of Saxmundham’s shops and businesses are located around the town centre while there is also a Waitrose supermarket. The market takes place every Wednesday just off the high street.

FESTIVAL TOWN The 10th edition of the Saxmundham Arts Festival takes place in 2012 and features events ranging from music and poetry to arts and crafts.

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Felixstowe

Felixstowe, bordered on the north by the River Deben and on the south by the River Orwell, is a well loved resort known for its Blue Flag quality sand and shingle beach, long promenade, perfectly kept seafront gardens and seaside attractions.

DISCOVER FELIXSTOWE the entire length of the beach from Landguard Point to Felixstowe Ferry.

Five Martello towers, built to prevent Napoleonic invasion, stand on Felixstowe’s coast.

The front has all attractions of the traditional seaside holiday resort, with old-fashioned beach huts, fish and chip shops, a funfair, amusement arcade, miniature golf, bowling green, cafés and restaurants, as well the leisure centre’s pool, saunas and sunbeds.

Felixstowe is home to the UK’s largest container port, and Europe’s busiest.

The viewing area at Landguard on the southern edge of the town offers great views of container and passenger ships from Felixstowe and Harwich harbours.

Next to the view point is the Felixstowe Museum, full of artifacts from Roman to recent times, and Landguard Fort, a multi-period military building dating back to the 16th century. The fort’s warren of tunnels and rooms is open for exploration every day throughout summer.

Felixstowe became a fashionable seaside resort in the 1880s, and has retained many of its attractive Victorian and Edwardian houses and hotels. The seafront is over four miles long, with a wide promenade that stretches almost

Here too, at the mouth of the River Orwell, are the Landguard Bird Observatory and the Landguard Peninsular nature reserve, a significant site for shore and migrant birds, and rare shingle flowers.

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Ipswich

IPSWICH WHAT’S THE HISTORY? One of England’s oldest towns, Ipswich began to take shape in the 7th and 8th centuries during the Anglo-Saxon era, the focal point of this evolution being its dock, making it a gateway to Europe and beyond.

Ipswich’s location on the estuary of the River Orwell made it susceptible to a Viking invasion and then much later a point of departure for those leaving for the New World. In the 20th century the town was bombed in both World Wars, with the docks taking particular damage in the latter conflict.

Though much of it is situated around its waterside location, Ipswich’s past is not entirely defined by it, with it preserved in England’s legacy elsewhere. Birthplace of King Henry VIII’s Chancellor, Cardinal Thomas Wolsey, the town’s merchants were satirised in Geoffrey Chaucer’s 14th century Canterbury Tales while it also helped inspire Charles Dickens’ first novel The Pickwick Papers.

WHAT’S TO SEE AND DO? Ipswich Museum is the first port of call to explore the town’s history. The world outside is far from neglected with artefacts from beyond UK borders in exhibits such as the Egyptian gallery and Victorian Natural History Gallery.

Both the town and England’s more recent history is on display too, with The Clifford Road Air Raid Shelter Museum and Ipswich Transport Museum among those remembering these times.

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SHOPPING AND MARKETS Cornhill is home to an outdoor market on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, while Farmers and Continental Markets fill the town centre on occasional Sundays. The Waterfront too hosts a variety of its markets too. Tower Ramparts and The Buttermarket are the town’s two shopping centres while high street stores, independent boutiques, delicatessens, antiques and arts shops are in abundance too.

EXPLORING THE TOWN Ipswich Tourist Information Centre can be found at St Stephen’s Church, which also happens to be one of the town’s 12 medieval churches. Open from Monday to Saturday, 9am-5pm, guides and maps are available for making the most of the town. It also serves as the departure point for Blue Badge Guided walks, from May to September (on Tuesdays and Thursdays) giving an insight and look at what makes present day Ipswich tick.

Throughout the summer on Tuesdays and Fridays, sightseeing bus tours are in operation, visiting several of the town’s attractions. Gemini Ghost Tours offer a chance to see Ipswich’s spookier side, while a behind the scenes look at Ipswich Town FC’s Portman Road is available too. The Tourist Information Centre can be called on 01473 258070.

FESTIVAL TOWN The Ipswich Arts Festival has become an annual summer fixture since 2003, bringing to the public a varied programme of events featuring the visual and performing arts, plus literature film and music. Venues throughout the town are used including Ipswich Museum and the Corn Exchange. The recent addition of the Maritime Ipswich Festival focuses around the Waterfront.

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hen capturing the atmosphere and light of East Anglia, I also endeavour to convey the love I have for this unique part of the country. I am drawn to so many aspects of this special area – the high wide sky, the land, estuaries, sea, sand dunes, heathland and meadows. They are ever-changing and I try to capture the moment. My paintings are not formulaic. They come spontaneously, driven by heat, shadow, cloud, feeling. I paint them because they ask to be painted”.

Stuart Atkinson.

Stuart Atkinson – Landscapes An exhibition in the Diss Corn Hall Gallery (2-20 Oct, Free), 10 St. Nicholas Street, Diss, Suffolk Tel: 01379 652 239

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measure. Gorleston Pavillion Theatre, Gorleston 01493 662832 18-20 Oct Blackadder II FFollowing the success of ‘Allo ‘Allo! And Up Pompeii, Laughing Monkey proudly presents a stage adaptation of Richard Curtis and Ben Elton’s classic sitcom, originally produced by BBC Productions.

Norwich Puppet Theatre, Norwich, 01603 6299219 18-27 Oct Daisy Pulls It Off Daisy Pulls it Off is a comedy, a parody of wholesome adventure stories about life in a 1920s girls’ English boarding-school. Bedford Corn Exchange, Bedford, 01234 269519

BRITTEN SINFONIA 23 Oct The eccentric, creative and quintessentially British Britten Sinfonia orchestra are heading back to Norwich with a spectacular 20th Birthday Concert. The orchestra will combine classic works with newly commissioned concertos and will perform at Norwich Theatre Royal. They will be joined on stage by Britten Sinfonia Academy players and one of Europe’s most influential and inspirational violinists Pekka Kuusisto. Tel

THEATRE AND SHOWS 2-6 Oct Beauty & the Beast Beauty & the Beast delights adults and children alike, book now as Northern Ballet brings a new magic to this timeless fairytale. Norwich Theatre Royal, Norwich, 01603 630000 2 Oct The Osiligi Maasai Warrior Troupe The Osiligi Maasai Warrior Troupe commence their English tour at the Maddermarket, having received rapturous receptions for their eight-week tour of Scotland and Southern England last year. The tours help the members of the Troupe to raise money for their families in their community. Maddermarket Theatre, Norwich, 01603 620917 5 Oct Sean Hughes Life Becomes Noises It has been over a year since his father died, and Sean is dealing with his death in a way that only Sean can. Here is a comedy performance from Sean like you’ve never seen before, resulting in the feel good show of the year. Norwich Playhouse, Norwich, 01603 598598 9-13 Oct 42nd Street Musical jam-packed with Broadway hits including: Lullaby of Broadway, We’re in the Money, Shuffle Off To Buffalo, Keep Young and Beautiful, I Only Have Eyes For You and the spectacular title number.

Starring Dave Willetts and Marti Webb. Norwich Theatre Royal, Norwich, 01603 630000 11 Oct One Flew Over the Cuckoo’s Nest Minotaur Theatre Company presents a challenging new version of Dale Wasserman’s stage adaptation in time for the 50th anniversary

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20 Oct The Vagina Monlogues Eve Ensler’s hilarious Broadway and West End smash hit is back with an all new, all star cast featuring TV favourite Clare Buckfield (Dancing on Ice Finalist, Two Point Four Children), the feisty and fabulous Vicky Entwistle (Coronation Street) and making her stage debut Chelsee Healey (Strictly Come Dancing Finalist, Waterloo Road). An unmissable show for every generation -bring your mum, your best friend, your sister or even your gran – this is the ultimate girls night out. The Norwich Playhouse, Norwich, 01603 598598 27-28 Oct The Weding Singer Popular film brought to the stage. New Jersey’s favourite wedding singer, Robbie Hart, is left heartbroken after being jilted at the altar. He is then forced to re-examine the meaning of love and marriage with the help of Julia, a waitress from one of his wedding-singing venues. Gorleston Pavillion Theatre, Gorleston, 01493 662832 28 Oct Celtic Dreams Celtic Dream is one of the most original & authentic shows in the world.

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7 Oct Azealia Banks American rapper, singer and lyricist from Harlem. The Waterfront, Norwich, 01603 5080501 7 Oct Talon – Best of the Eagles s 15th Anniversary Tour Tribute. Pavilion Theatre at Cromer Pier, Cromer, 01263 512495 8 Oct Hot Chip The English band, Hot Chip, bring their blend of indie rock and electronic beats to the UEA campus to tour their fifth album, ‘In Our Heads’. UEA LCR, Norwich, 01603 5080509 12 Oct An evening with Chris While & Julie Matthews Winners in the Best Duo category at the 2009 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and nine times nominated since 2001 in the Best Duo, Best Song & Best Live Act categories. Sheringham Little Theatre, Sheringham, 01263 822347 13 Oct Chamber Music Concert The programme will include Ibert’s ‘Chansons de Don Quichotte’, songs by Tosti, Respighi, Glinka, Tchaikovsky and opera aria. Holkham Hall, Holkham, 01328 713111 16 Oct Foreign Beggars London-based Rap, Grime and Dubstep group. The Waterfront, Norwich, 01603 508050

19 Oct Benjamin Francis Leftwich Acoustic singer-songwriter Benjamin Francis Leftwich’s biggest tour yet. Haunting and sublimely otherworldly, Ben’s voice stops you in your tracks proving that sometimes the intoxicating simplicity of a single voice is all you need to make an impact. The Waterfront, Norwich, 01603 508050 19 Oct Reverend and the Makers Reverend and the Makers blends a combination of indie rock, electro and funk to complete their signature sound. Singles have included ‘Heavyweight Champion of the World’ and ‘He Said He Loved Me’. Support comes from Sargasso Trio and These Ghosts. Open, Norwich, 01603 763111 19 - 21 Oct The Bicycle Shop Birthday Party Weekend 2012 The Bicycle Shop celebrates its 3rd Birthday with a weekend festival of music featuring: ICHI, Andy Kirkham, Blue Rose Code, JP Cooper and Phillip Henry & Hannah Martin. The Bicycle Shop, Norwich, 01603 508050 24 Oct The Cribs Indie rock band. The Waterfront, Norwich, 01603 508050 24 Oct Mary Coughlan Irish jazz and Blues singer. Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich, 01603 660352

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A great place for a weekend break in Norfolk has to be Holt. This pretty Georgian market town, nestled in the North Norfolk countryside, is brimming over with many interesting antique, arts and crafts and gift shops. There are also plenty of lovely places to eat and with the North Norfolk coast within easy reach you can walk off some of those extra calories while breathing the refreshing sea air.

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THINGS TO DO IN AND AROUND HOLT Rebuilt after a devastating fire in 1708, the town the peaceful, relaxed town of Holt has a wonderful character with colourful Georgian buildings and a modest parish church that is open to visitors.

For the visitor or daytripper there is plenty to do here despite its sleepy appearance. Make your first stop during your stay a journey on the North Norfolk Railway. Also known as the Poppy Line, a steam train takes its passengers from Holt station through some of North Norfolk’s most stunning countryside, designated an area of outstanding natural beauty, to the

Victorian seaside town of Sheringham.

Look out for the seas of red poppies and then you’ll know where the Railway gets its name. Another of Norfolk’s top attractions can be found just a short distance from Holt - Letheringsett Mill - Norfolk’s only flour producing watermill. Built in 1802, visitors can see working demonstrations of this incredible machine, enjoy guided tours and browse the Mill Shop.

For those wanting a bit of heritage, visit the Muckleburgh Collection - an extensive military museum plus restaurant and shop. Or get in touch with nature at Holt Country Park. The beautiful landscape of woodland, meadows, flora and fauna is a haven for

wildlife of all sizes and is great place for the whole family to visit. Children will love the play area, while there is a nature trail, observation tower, pond and picnic areas. A number of special events are organised throughout the year including Nightjar Walks, mini beast safaris and treasure hunts. A little farther afield, why not visit Felbrigg Hall, Garden & Park - a wonderful National Trust property with woodland and lakeside walks, or Sheringham Park, a beautiful countryside park on North Norfolk coast.

If you’re looking for adventure days for all, try Hilltop Outdoor Centre, Sheringham, - packed full of assault courses, low and high rope courses plus archery, climbing and mountain biking.

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Of course no visit to Holt would be complete without a visit along the coast to Holkham Hall, this grand Palladian mansion was designed by William Kent for Thomas Coke, 1st Earl of Leicester and is as spectacular an example of a country house as you fill find.

SHOPPING IN HOLT For shopping with a difference then Holt certainly has it all. While away the hours going from shop to shop, browsing the collections of antiques, books, unique crafts and gifts for loved ones (or a maybe a treat for you!). There are galleries a plenty too, such as the light and airy Appleyard Gallery and the Bircham Gallery selling paintings, sculpture, ceramics and jewellery. From October 13 the Bircham Gallery is holding its Autumn Exhibition featuring Norfolk landscape painting by John Newland, with works by Tony Foster, Ross Loveday & Sophie Knight. Visit the Pied Piper Shop for inspirational children’s gifts and toys, browse for interesting kitchen items

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at Butler’s Pantry or stock up on patterns, wools and cottons at the tiny sewing shop, Something Special. A place not to be missed has to be Bakers and Larners of Holt. Described as ‘East Anglia’s answer to Fortnum & Mason’ the store sells everything from fine food to garden tools, books to clothes.

WHERE TO EAT IN HOLT Holt definitely has some wonderful places to eat, where you can relax and take your time. Byford’s offers a treat for the taste buds whether stopping off for elevenses, lunch or an evening meal. Byford’s moto is ‘keeping Norfolk curvy’ so be sure to try their delicious cakes! There is also a deli should you like to take a little something home with you. Sample the delectable foods at Butler’s of Holt where dishes are prepared with in season, locally sourced produce or pop into the King’s Head pub, in the centre of Holt, where you can enjoy great pub food accompanied by fine wines or ales.

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1 Oct - 2 Dec The First Moderns: Art Nouveau, from Nature to Abstraction The First Moderns is the first in a series of displays of spectacular displays of works from the Sainsbury Centre’s permanent collections that will explore the importance of design, particularly in the European context in the 19th and 20th centuries. Sainsbury Centre for Visual Arts, Norwich, 01603 593199 1 Oct - 27 Jan Thomas Houseago: Where the Wild Things Are The second exhibition in the Next Modern series showcases the work of British-born sculptor, Thomas Houseago. His large-scale bronze, Hermaphrodite, stands in the Centre’s Sculpture Garden. The exhibition will contain a selection of sculptures. Sainbury Centre for Visual Arts, Norwich, 01603 593199 1 - 31 Oct The Wymondham Great Flood of 1912 A display in words and pictures telling what happened when parts of the town were flooded, houses destroyed in August 1912 details the compensation paid. Wymondham Heritage Museum, Wymondham, 01953 600205 1 - 10 Oct Mary Sumner & Jeremy James Paintings and prints of rural England by Mary Sumner and wildlife sculpture by Jeremy James. Bircham Gallery, Holt, 01263 713312

1- 13 Oct Alphabet A Hayward Touring exhibition of screenprints by the distinguished artist and educator Michael Craig-Martin. The exhibition consists of 26 screen prints in which the letters of the alphabet are overlaid with everyday objects such as a book, a glass of water or an umbrella. The Gallery at NUCA, Norwich, 01603 756247 1 - 6 Oct Frank Gibson Local watercolourist. Warehouse, King’s Lynn Arts Centre, King’s Lynn 01553 779095 1 Oct - 1 Dec Edmund Wyss – Exposed Hyper-realist painter, from San Francisco, who works primarily in oils and gouache. Shakespeare Barn & Red Barn, King’s Lynn Arts Centre, King’s Lynn, 01553 779095 1 - 6 Oct East Anglian Group of Marine Artists A mixed exhibition of their latest works depicting mainly, but not exclusively, East Anglian seascapes, estuaries and beachscenes. The Forum, Norwich, 01603 727950 2 - 14 Oct Autumn Open Show Wymondham Arts Centre, Wymondham, 01603 666011 3 - 19 Oct The Art of Food The Art of Food will feature paintings, photography and food demonstrations and

even a special art-themed afternoon tea. Assembly House, Norwich, 01603 766400 3 - 7 Oct Head, Hands and Heart Norfolk Contemporary Craft Society celebrates 40 years of creativity by collaborating together on pieces, combining craft in an innovative way to create something new. You will find a potter working with a wood turner and a paper maker working with a calligrapher. The Head is producing ideas, while the Hands are working and the Heart expresses what it is feeling. The Forum, Norwich, 01603 727950 6 - 8 Oct 10,000 Photos Exhibition Challenge FThis fundraising exhibition showcases work from photographer Angela Sharpe’s 10,000 photo charity challenge; taking 100 photos every day for 100 days through spring and summer 2012. Angela Sharpe, a former East Anglia press photographer, took on the challenge to raise money for the Prostate Cancer UK in memory of her father Michael Jolly. The Forum, Norwich, 01603 727950 6 - 10 Oct Fantasy Art Exhibition Sue Clyne is a self-taught fantasy artist from Norwich whose work is based on a good imagination, nature, myths and legends. The Forum, Norwich, 01603 727950

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1 Oct Lost in Yonkers It’s the summer of 1942 and life has turned upside down for teenage brothers Jay and Arty Kurnitz. Neil Simon’s bittersweet Pulitzer prize-winning Broadway and West End hit play has his trademark blend of comedy and tragedy. Watford Palace Theatre, Watford, 01923 225671 2 Oct Blood Brothers Set in Willy Russell’s native Liverpool, it tells the captivating tale of twin boys, separated at birth only to be re-united by a twist of fate and a mother’s haunting secret. The superb score includes Bright New Day, Marilyn Monroe and the emotionally charged hit Tell Me It’s Not True. Milton Keynes Theatre 0844 8717652 4 Oct Perdin Puppet Master Following spectacular performances on BBC One’s Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow, here’s a rare chance to see two top-billing circuit stars sharing the same bill in a double-headline show. Grove Theatre, Dunstable, 01582 290333 2 Oct Tangomotion From virtuoso displays of traditional tango dance to the exquisite sounds of 1930s Buenos Aires and the powerful Nuevo Tango music of Astor Piazolla, TangoMotion features four of the world’s leading tango dancers, plus live music from acclaimed band Tango Siempre and the outstanding Argentinean singer Guillermo Rozenthuler. Hawthorn Theatre at Campus West, Welwyn Garden City, 01707 357117 16 Oct Bouncers An uplifting celebration of the best of musical theatre presented in an engaging and entertaining package by one of the country’s newest, brightest production companies. Wycombe Swan, High Wycombe, 01494 512000 22 Oct Grease Danny Bayne (winner of ITV’s Grease Is The Word, Hairspray) returns as Danny with Carina Gillespie (Grease, Buddy) as Sandy and Strictly Come Dancing legend Russell Grant as Teen Angel. Wycombe Swan, High Wycombe, 01494 512000 24 Oct The Phantom of the Opera Cameron Mackintosh’s spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s phenomenal musical success

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WOBURN SANDS WHERE TO SHOP Independent fashion boutique Doyles, which has branches in Woburn Sands and Market Harborough in Leicestershire, celebrates 30 years of trading this year. The store specialises in contemporary womenswear and sells a wide range of designers.

WHERE TO TAKE TEA The English social tradition of taking Afternoon Tea is said to have originated in the late 1830s by Duchess Anna Maria, wife of the 7th Duke of Bedford, who entertained her friends in the Blue Drawing Room at Woburn Abbey. So during your visit to Woburn treat yourself to a Duchess Anna Maria Afternoon Tea at The Duchess’ Tea Room. A selection of sandwiches, homemade cakes and scones with clotted cream and jam and a pot of tea is available for £12.50 per person.

WHERE TO VISIT Three thousand acres of beautiful grounds, a house that has witnessed centuries of English history and is home to a remarkable art collection, it is little wonder the Dukes of Bedford have now resided at Woburn Abbey for 400 years.

The genteel, stately home also has a wild side, quite literally! Located nearby is Woburn Safari Park, whose conservation efforts with animals such as the rare African Mountain Bongo also double up as a wonderful family day out. Over 80 species of animals reside in the park including lions, tigers and bears.

WHERE TO DINE The Black Horse is one of Woburn’s most loved pub/restaurants, with food freshly prepared from only the best and most ethical ingredients. Its eighteenth century terraced exterior fits perfectly too in the lovely Woburn village, and is open

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all day from 11am. In Woburn Sands there is The Swan, using fresh, quality produce to make unpretentious but delicious pub-food. Stylish but with a homey atmosphere, enhanced in the winter months by a roaring log-fire.

WHERE TO STAY Archways Lodge is a friendly, family-run hotel. From the ultra-cool of the Alaska room, to the funky décor of the Music room, all of the rooms have an individual style, while retaining all of the qualities that make them a home away from home. Included is free WI-FI internet access and satellite TV.

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We are a cosy restaurant situated in the small, prosperous town of Woburn Sands, on the border of Buckinghamshire. The restaurant was established in April 1992. Since then we have been serving tasty food and providing excellent service. Our food remains of a high standard and our service and decor are outstanding. In addition our staff are very friendly and welcoming.

From time to time we have put new dishes on to our menu and kept our prices stable for the past five years.

There is no requirement on a minimum amount for a single order. The major changes we have made over the past three years is to remove the artificial colouring from our dishes to conform with the Food Safety Standard Agency recommendations. Today all our food is prepared with spices which produce natural colours in the dishes. Also we use pure vegetable cooking oil which results in lower cholesterol.

Our dishes are prepared using specially made gravy which contains no dairy products or nuts. These are added later. Such dishes are explained on the menu.

Our curries are prepared to a medium strength.

Madras is slightly hotter and vindaloo very hot. Phal is not recommended as it can spoil the flavour of the curry. You will often see new dishes on our menu and, by experiencing them, you can compare our cooking expertise with other establishments.

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BEDFORD’S CASTLE QUAY

Cool, cultural and creative, Bedford’s Castle Quay is fast bucking the economic downturn and fuelling the town’s resurgence. A stone’s throw from the town’s picturesque Embankment is a development of a range of retailers, attraction, restaurants, an uber cool gallery and even an ancient monument.

That monument is the Castle Mound, the remnants of Bedford Castle, a once proud fortress that was destroyed by Henry III in 1224 after many years left desolate following a brutal siege.

Those remnants include a medieval lime kiln, excavated forty years ago, adding to the meeting of the historical and the modern that marks out Bedford Castle Quay as a unique development.

The Castle Mound overlooks a treasure trove of independent shops, galleries and restaurants that act as the centre of the Quay, each with a different vibe.

Those restaurants include Spaghetti John’s, who’s philosophy aims to bring modern Italian dishes and gelato (ice cream basically) to the town, using fresh ingredients and traditional methods. Put simply, great Italian cooking in a trendy

and friendly environment in the middle of Bedford.

If instead Mexican is your preferred excursion into foreign foods, then why not try Baja, a stylish establishment that provides all the classics and plenty to eat.

The Riverside Grill is a relaxed restaurant that encourages its customers to drop by on a whim. Fresh ingredients are grilled to create meals that are healthy and full of natural flavour, combining a variety of world flavours so as to ensure everyone will find something they’ll enjoy.

There is also Rock City Art gallery for exhibitions on the cool and the contemporary, their current exhibition Smoking is Cool (see Around the Region) is drawing the crowds.

Among Bedford Castle Quay’s shops there are Pensieri cafe and gift shop, exclusive men’s clothing store Conte di Savoia and Design Twenty, the place to go for 20th Century furniture, lighting and glass.

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CAMBRIDGE ARTS THEATRE Cambridge Arts Theatre is one of the region’s liveliest and most exciting venues, hosting a varied programme of drama, dance, music, comedy and pantomime, as well as many shows prior to and direct from the West End. This season we will have a host of first class actors from Cambridge Arts favourites Felicity Kendal, Penelope Keith and Tom Conti, to stage legends Sir Antony Sher, Michelle Dotrice and Timothy West and Hollywood star Rupert Everett. There is something for everyone this autumn. Straight from the West End we have The LadyKillers, family favourite, Oliver!, Dickens’ thrilling The Haunting and Horrible Histories makes a welcomed return.

This incredible season is topped off with our traditional family pantomime, Jack and the Beanstalk, a giant of an adventure for the whole family to enjoy.

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F.M.C. BUILDERS Brampton

With over 30 years’ experience in the region, F.M.C. BUILDERS combine local knowledge with expert advice to deliver the best possible service.

With specialist skills in: • Extensions • Unity home repair systems • Electric and gas • Roofing • Timber • Driveways • Kitchens • Bathrooms • uPVC windows and conservatories

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Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & Food Fair 2012

from the sale of these Christmas cakes will directly benefit East Anglia’s Children’s Hospices.

16 - 17 November, 10am-4pm Additional attractions include seasonal floral presentations and An exceptional & unique cookery demonstrations.

Christmas-shopping experience Throughout the event there will at Ely Cathedral. be intermittent music recitals by Ely Cathedral is the only UK local choirs and musicians building to be listed as one of including the Cathedral Choristers. wonders of the mediaeval world, A special preview evening takes and provides a stunning location place on 15 November: tickets for the 2012 Christmas Gift must be purchased in advance. & Food Fair.

With over 75 gift stalls located the The tickets are £5.00 and include a glass of mulled wine length of the magnificent Nave, Tickets for Friday 16th and and a specialist Festive Food Hall Saturday 17th will be available on in the 14th Century Lady Chapel, the Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & the door or you can pre book tickets by contacting Ely Cathedral Food Fair promises to be an Box Office on 01353 660349. exceptional shopping experience as well as a great day out at Information about all the events one of Britain’s most and activities taking place at Ely magnificent Cathedrals.

Cathedral this December will be This year there will be a special stall selling home-made Christmas available on the website – www.elycathedral.org.

Cakes. Every cake will have been For further information about the especially baked by volunteers Ely Cathedral Christmas Gift & including Stephen Conway, The Food Fair 2012 please Bishop of Ely, Mrs Penny email Linda Joel Walkinshaw, the High Sheriff of l.joel@cathedral.ely.anglican.org Cambridgeshire. All proceeds 136|eastlife.co.uk

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2-6 Oct Carmen Revellers Musical and Dramatic Society present David Badger and Bobbie Field’s musical version of Georges Bizet’s thrilling operatic masterpiece, including all your favourite arias from the original score. Key Theatre, Peterborough, 01733 207239 2 Oct The Plough and the Stars Set in a tenement house, against the backdrop of the Easter Rising in 1916, The Plough and the Stars is both an intimate play about the lives of ordinary people and an epic play about ideals and the birth of our nation. Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge, 01223 503333 7 Oct Swan Lake Following its sell-out shows in 2010 and 11, the Russian State Ballet return to Peterborough to perform one of the greatest classical ballets of all time. Key Theatre, Peterborough, 01733 207239 5 Oct An Evening of Burlesque Direct from London’s West End, elegant showgirls combine Parisian charm with Las Vegas glamour in a spectacle that marries live vocal talent with the art of burlesque. Over 18s only!. Cambridge Corn Exchange, 01223 357851 8 Oct The Handyman Ronald Harwood’s play looks at questions surrounding culpability, retribution, universal responsibility and the possibility of evil, in a story that holds and intrigues from start to finish.

Starring Timothy West with video testimony by Vanessa Redgrave as Sister Sophia. Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge, 01223 503333 11 Oct The 70s Show 70s cabaret show. The Cresset, Peterborough, 01733 265705 22 Oct Kevin Bridges The Story Continues Must-see Scottish stand-up comes to Cambridge. Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge, 01223 357851.

22 Oct The Ladykillers Following a critically acclaimed and sell-out West End season, the celebrated Ealing comedy comes to life on stage in a hilarious and thrilling new adaption by Graham Linehan. Starring Michelle Dotrice, Shaun Williamson and Clive Mantle. Cambridge Arts Theatre, Cambridge, 01223 503333 18 Oct Sculpture Promendade Sculpture Promenade Artists featured in the Fitzwilliam Museum’s third Sculpture Promenade are Cambridge based sculptor Helaine Blumenfeld, British sculptor Peter Randall-Page and Japanese sculptor Kan Yasuda. All three artists worked in the renowned sculpture centre of Pietrasanta, Italy, with the famous local Carrara marble.

From 2 Oct Snow Country Snow Country: Woodcuts of the Japanese Winter Japanese artists have long responded to the beauty of a world changed by frozen forms and stilled by a blanket of white snow.This selection of prints by artists such as Hokusai and Hiroshige includes stories from poetry and myth, with journeys, ambushes and skirmishes in the snow; children throwing snowballs and building snow-rabbits; the everyday struggle of travellers making their way through snowdrifts; the stillness of people indoors gazing out at the unbroken spell of freshly frozen snow; and the almost abstract world of a pure snowy landscape where people play little part. The Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, 01223 332900 16 Oct Higher Ground Prints by Gerhart Frankl (1901–65) Born in Vienna, Gerhart Frankl became part of a group of artists who reacted against the Expressionism of Kokoschka, Schiele and Klimt in the 1920s.

Frankl loved to travel, and many of his prints depict views that he sketched while touring the Alps on his BMW motorbike in 1928. They show his concern to portray structure, space and light with an inventive combination of printmaking techniques. Fitzwilliam Museum, Cambridge, 01223 332900

CHANGE OF SEASON, WHY NOT VISIT THE RIVERGATE CENTRE THIS AUTUMN Come and see what Rivergate has to offer

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The Perfect Venue From Start To Finish

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Sunday 28 October 11am to 4pm

Farmyard Halloween Fun Broomstick races ,pumpkin carving, apple bobbing and a spooktacular family trail!

Adults £5.50 Concessions £4.50 children £3.50 And in the holidays on Tuesday 30th 12.00 till 4.00pm

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Cambs

CAMBRIDGE GHOST TOURS Discover the ‘other’, darker side of Cambridge on an enthralling Scudamores ghost tour. You will be pitched into a world of supernatural happenings and macabre tales, centred around some of the city’s most famous locations. An atmospheric punt tour is followed by a walk through Cambridge’s haunted lanes.

Tours last 90 minutes and run every Saturday as a scheduled service from the Mill Lane station, finishing close to the Market Square. Monthly start times are listed below. The easiest way to the sample a ghost tour is to join one of the regular Saturday evening departures. This public tour leaves each week at approximately dusk, from Scudamore’s Mill Lane punt station. Pre-booking is advisable, but not absolutely necessary as walk-up customers are very welcome to join the tour, subject to places being available. www.scudamores.com

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JACK DEE LIVE AT THE CORN EXCHANGE 7 October After a six year absence from Stand-Up, Jack Dee’s back, agonising over the slightest of annoyances and misdemeanors. Where’s he been?

Appearing on shows like QI and Never Mind The Buzzcocks, 8 out of 10 Cats and Have I Got News For You, hosting Radio 4’s legendary I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue, co-writing and starring in four series of BBC 2’s hit sitcom Lead Balloon and writing his memoirs, Thanks For Nothing which he modestly dedicated to himself -“Without whom none of this would have been possible”.

Why is he touring again? “I want to spend less time with my family.” says Jack. Wheeler Street, Cambridge 01223 357851

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by Jacob Marley MICHAEL BURRELL • Sun bed • Sun bed • Newly opened gym (deceased) COCKTAIL SWING in conversation!

• Newly opened gym • Top of the range gym equipment JAZZ BAND New Gym • Top of the range gym equipment WISBECH’S TRADITIONAL DEAD SWINGERS’ • 20+ Studio classes included in New Gym • 20+ Studio classes included in membership New Gym PANTOMIME SOCIETY JAZZ membership • New Spinning studio BAND BALL • New Spinning studio THURSDAY WHATEVER! Stick to your programme and after 10 weeks you will notice the difference 10% offthan treatments in our newly what better way to invest•your money in your own health & fitness?

(Music in the Bar) Join today you will not regret it! opened spa QUIZ NIGHTS from 12th to 31st December • Large barnewly & restaurant members receive • 10% off treatments in our opened-spa • 10% off food and drink. community•theatre Large bar & restaurant - members receive • Marquee • 10% off food and drink. and conservatory available Conservatory for hire Conservatory Conservatory for hirefor hire • Marquee and conservatory available for parties for parties • Conference facilities 20% members • Conference facilitiesdiscount 20% members discount

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Peterborough

DARE YOU DISCOVER PETERBOROUGH’S DARK SIDE? Look at Peterborough in a whole new light this Halloween. Hear tales from Vivacity’s haunted heritage sites, explore the city’s ghostly past and be spellbound by its eerie history. That’s if you’re brave enough…

Discover the spooky side of Peterborough Museum with all the family at the Most Haunted Half Term, which runs from Monday 29 October – Friday 2 November.

Drop in to try some spooky crafts, take a tour of the original Tudor cellar and brave the haunted house – if you dare!

If you’re after an evening event then head into the fenland darkness of Flag Fen for Halloween Horror Night on Saturday 27 October. Tours run every 15 minutes between 7-10pm. Costumed characters, lights, sounds and other spooky effects will make this evening unforgettable. Discount available for Heritage Pass holders. Alternatively, discover the ghosts of the Cathedral precincts and Museum itself with a Halloween Ghost Walk through the city centre from Friday 26 – Wednesday 31 October (excluding Saturday 27), at 7.30pm and 8pm. As a special treat for Halloween costumed extras en-route will bring some of the ghosts to life!

DISCOVER PETERBOROUGH THINGS TO DO IN & AROUND HOLT WHAT’S THE HISTORY? The history of Peterborough is a long and convoluted one. A Bronze Age settlement once resided there, while the Romans pitched up nearby further down the line. It is an area with significance in relation to post-Norman conquest England, and one that in the 17th century was divided between Cavaliers and Roundheads during the Civil War. Through its industrial age to its designation as a New Town, it is a city that has been through much change.

WHAT’S TO SEE AND DO? With close to 100,000 visitors each and every year, Peterborough Cathedral

provides a wonderful haven of tranquillity and beauty amid the cosmopolitan array of shops and restaurants that line the streets today and has something to offer everyone at this beautiful sacred space.

As well as still operating as a thriving Christian Church, today the Cathedral offers a wide array of activity including an interactive exhibition, fascinating historic and Cathedral tower tours, an exciting array of arts and crafts based events not to mention a popular new coffee shop and first class education, hospitality and conferencing facilities.

Call 01733 864 663. Email museum@ vivacity-peterborough.com or visit www.vivacity-peterborough.com for further details.

for those with an interest in nature and the outdoors.With stunning grounds and beautifully green Precincts, the Cathedral is blessed with an abundance of breath-taking open spaces, not least the captivating Deanery Gardens, which are now open for public viewing approximately three times a year.

For those more interested in the architecture and the exquisite stone masonry why not take a Cathedral tower tour to see the stonework first hand as well as enjoying the panoramic views of Peterborough from on high.

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Alternatively, Cathedral tours of the building and/or the Precincts divulge fascinating facts about Cathedral history, myths and legends as- sociated with the Cathedral’s colourful past.

Reopened in March 2012, Peterborough Museum itself is of some historic value, dating back to Georgian times. Along with its Art Gallery, the museum now displays even more of the 200,000 items in its collection.

In keeping with the rich and varied history of Peterborough is Flag Fen Archaeology Park, home to a wooden causeway around 3,500 years old.

More recently Peterborough has been holding its very own Italian Festival.

Fitness fanatics will enjoy the Perkins Great Eastern Run on Sunday October 14. The Perkins Great Eastern Run is one of the UK’s top ten half-marathons and will see runners pounding through the streets of Peterborough this October, with thousands of others will be running SHOPPING AND MARKETS Peterborough has three shopping centres and the usual array of independent shops and markets, not to mention Peterborough Garden Park which combines the qualities of a traditional garden centre with lifestyle-based retailers.

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City Centre Halloween Ghost Walks Fri 26 – Weds 31 October (excl Sat 27),

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Peterborough & Stamford

STAMFORD WHAT TO SEE AND DO Located North West of Peterborough, Stamford’s visible and varied architecture and five medieval parish churches mark it out as one of England’s most historic towns. Though the days when it held a bull-running festival are long over, the current Stamford Shakespeare Festival is a less dangerous alternative. As are Stamford’s various sites, including the cobbled streets of Barn Hill and the 13th Century All Saints’ Church it they sit behind.

The Key Theatre

The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn

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French Circus sensations Atelier LeFeuvre and Andre with their internationally acclaimed double bill ‘Chez Moi Circus’ and ‘Ni Omnibus’. Suitable for ages 7+ Tuesday 20 November at 7pm Tickets: £10 (£5 concessions)

Steven Spielberg’s 2011 box office smash will be the perfect half-term treat!

Monday 29 October at 2pm Tickets: £3.50 (£3 for children)

Little Red…. You Know Who!

Freehand Theatre presents a well-known traditional story (you know which one!) and a spell-binding play for children aged 3-7, following a magical path through the woods.

Thursday 1 November at 11.30am and 2.30pm • Tickets: £6.50

Grisly Tales from Tumblewater

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Join in the fun with the Key Theatre’s annual traditional family pantomime.

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Thursday 6 December 2012 – Sunday 6 January 2013 • Tickets: £10 - £16

For full details of the Key Theatre’s exciting season please call the Box Office on 01733 207239 or visit our website

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