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Watching the detectives
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CONTENTS 02 Property Management
Buying, selling, letting? Find local estate agents and property management services
22 Recipe of the Month
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23 Wellbeing
04 Feature
Looking after your health and yourself!
Watching the detectives by Lucia Foster-Found
28 Home
06 April Events 07 Garden
Make your garden dream come true
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10 Education
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Arts & Culture
21 Professional Services
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31 Professional Services
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20 Food & Drink
Eat out, stay in: food, drink and dining in Hampshire
Earl Grey and clementine Easter hot cross bun trifle
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“You there?” Himself called from the study. “In the kitchen, cooking dinner and watching the detectives.” She replied. “Line of Duty?” she heard the interested tone in his voice; a bit of a fan, he had the complete box set. “Aussie Gold Hunters.” “Is that new? What’s the plot?” his curiosity piqued, he appeared in the doorway. “People in the Australian outback, metal detecting for nuggets of gold. Or, as they often call them, ‘little rippers’.” “Good grief.” He sounded horrified. “Out there with all those snakes, spiders and sun! And actually, they’re called ‘detectorists’, not ‘detectives’.” He paused and continued. “Um, do you like the programme? You know, them going out with their metal detectors and finding stuff ?” He was watching her closely, keenly. She sensed an ambush. “You’ve bought one, haven’t you?” she surmised. Himself looked momentarily wrong footed, but countered with “I thought it might make a good birthday present.” “Who for? Not me, I hope,” remembering her disappointment when an uncle bought her an airfix glider kit for her twelfth birthday, then locked himself away all day making it. Before crashing it on its maiden flight. “No. It’s for me.” He admitted. “From the dogs.” He added, as something of an afterthought. The spaniels looked up at the mention of the word ‘dogs’ and thumped their tails on the floor. “They do look happy with their purchase and actually, I think it would be fun. But won’t we need permission to roam about randomly digging holes on people’s land.” Himself’s face lit up “Indeed – but not on some beaches! I thought we could do a little detecting when we take the dogs to the coast for a walk.” (More enthusiastic tail thumping.) So the following weekend found them at the sea side, where the detector did just what it said on the box. When it located something metallic in the sand, it beeped. And Himself did something similar. “*Beep* rubbish, *Beep* waste of effort” he muttered as he examined the bottle top/tent peg/battery he’d just laboriously dug up. Every so often, someone would
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approach and ask “Found any gold?” Himself would shake his head morosely and carry on, as they wished him luck. A sit on the sand and a coffee break, then the detecting reconvened with a 2p piece and a fishing weight. Until, finally.. “Good signal?” Himself’s body language told her that this one was different. He looked up with the light of fanaticism in his eyes, before they both dropped to their knees to dig. Spotting them, the spaniels returned from the surf. Determined to help, they stuck their snouts in the hole before shaking seawater in every direction. “Listen,” Himself wiped his glasses and paused in his shovelling. Failing to dodge a sandy canine kiss he whispered “if it’s something really valuable, we shouldn’t draw attention to ourselves. You’ve seen how people watch us when we’re just digging up rubbish. If they see we’ve found gold, when we come back next time, we won’t be able to move for other detectorists!” He said dramatically. She looked furtively around, expecting an audience of onlookers. No-one was paying the slightest attention to them. “OK..” She’d been mentally choreographing her ‘gold dance’, but shelving that, she imagined hordes of people marching up and down the beach. Like lockdown, but with more digging. And disappointment. “So, we need to act nonchalantly - and we ought to have a code.” He was smiling the smile that indicated his inner child had surfaced. “If it’s a gold coin, we say ‘Jack Sparrow’. And if it’s a gold watch, we say ‘White Rabbit.” Bonkers. She liked it. Joining in, her inner Tolkien surfaced “And if it’s a gold ring, we say ‘my precious’. And don’t forget that nuggets are ‘little rippers’.” The ring they eventually extracted from the deep, water and spaniel-nose-filled hole generated a moment of excitement and a passably creepy Gollum impersonation. Closer inspection revealed it was just gold plated non-precious metal. They sighed and kicked sand back into their excavations, consoled that they’d all had plenty of exercise and fresh air. Later, back at home, two tired dogs in their bed – their paws twitching in slumber, sand still clinging to their fur. “You there?” Himself called from the study. “In the kitchen, cooking dinner and watching the detectives.” She replied. “Aussie Gold Hunters?” she heard the interested tone in his voice and smiled. No, she thought, been there, done that. “Line of Duty...”
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April Events Saturday 2nd April Bexley Phoenix Choir Concert Directed by John MacKenzie Accompanied by ChristineDiggens Back by popular request. Concert starts 7pm at St Mary the Less Church, Village Street, Chilbolton, S020 6BQ Programme will include: Siyahamba, Cavatina, You Are the New Day, Since you Went Away, California Dreamin, With you on My Mind, All The Things You Are, Beach Boys Selection, Nella Fantasia, Rhythm of Life, I Wish I Knew How Come and hear this vibrant young choir from south-east London who are on their concert tour singing in a variety of musical styles from classical and romantic era to folk, gospel and popular contemporary songs. Something for Everyone. www.bexleyphoenixchoir.org.uk Tickets £10.00. Students £5.00. Schoolchildren Free. Tickets From Chilbolton village shop/ Lesley 01264 860584 or on the door. Saturday 2nd April Andover Chamber Choir From Dawn to Dusk A choral journey through a single day 7:30 pm Saturday 2nd April 2022 Church of St Michael and All Angels Colebrook Way, West Andover Tickets £10 (free to under-14s) available from: The Lights, Andover and from Newbury Building Society or choir members. Proceeds to I Can Therapy Centre www.andoverchamberchoir.org.uk Saturday 9th April Broughton Village Hall - Live Music From 7.30pm, ‘80’s party band from London,‘Monkhouse’ plus support from local artists. Tickets on the door, from The Broughton Village Shop or online www. TicketSource.co.uk/broughton-cinemaclub Until Saturday 9th April Art Exhibition Hampshire The Wykeham Gallery, High Street, Stockbridge, Hampshire: Peter Graham, Jeremy Houghton and Gareth Parry. Tel. 01264 810364.
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Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th May Nine artists from the School of Landscape Painting will, for the first time, be exhibiting their work on, in Stockbridge Town Hall. These artists, all tutored by Christopher Baker, will be showing very different interpretations of their thoughts and reactions to being in the landscape. The variety of landscape encompassed is huge, it incorporates Pembrokeshire, where there is a field trip every year, and other locations around Britain and Europe. The artist is always seeking to identify and find a source of inspiration for their work. The Town Hall will be open Saturday 14th 10am to 5pm and Sunday 15th from 10am to 4pm. For further information please contact Sally Milligan at: sally@ sallymilligan.co.uk Friday 15th April An Illustrated talk by Kathleen Osgood, PhD From 8pm - "From the Test to the Merrimack: 17th Century Puritan Migrations from Wherwell" – presented via a Zoom meeting. Prompted by research into her family's English origins, Kathleen Osgood has discovered more than 100 ancestors from the River Test valley who emigrated to the New World, starting with John and Sarah Osgood from Cottonworth, who left the UK with five children in 1638. Their stories intertwine in fascinating ways, connected by marriage and ideas of free will and Puritanism. Expect some fascinating anecdotes about the
Reverend Stephen Batchelder and the De La Warres, along with the Osgoods and Fowlers and Abbotts. Kathleen Osgood is a comparative literature scholar with work among northern native peoples. Retired now, she has taught for the University of the Arctic and The Center for Circumpolar Studies. KatiO lives with her husband Paul at Ravencroft in the Green Mountains of Vermont. Please visit our NEW website at https://www.wherwellhistory.com/events/ category/events to make a booking. Friday 22 April Stockbridge Cinema Information common to both films: Showing at Stockbridge Town Hall SO20 6HE. Tickets can be purchased online (£6.00 incl £0.50p booking fee per ticket) via www.stockbridgecinema.org.uk or by telephone from TicketSource 0333 666 3366 (£1.80 charge per telephone booking in addition to the online ticket price). Visit our website for more details. Drinks and Ices will be on sale with payment by debit or credit card. Please wear a face covering (unless exempt) when not seated. From 4.00pm and 7.30pm West Side Story (12A) Steven Spielberg's 2021 adaptation of the 1957 musical explores forbidden love and rivalry in New York City. Love at first sight strikes when young Tony spots Maria at a high school dance and their burgeoning romance helps to fuel the fire between the warring Jets and Sharks - two rival gangs vying for control of the streets. Wednesday 27 April 4.30pm and 7.30pm Spencer (12A)
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COMMUNITY / EDUCATION Over 600 students to attended EBP South’s Get Inspired Test Valley at the end March EBP South returned to the Army Flying Museum, Stockbridge, for their Get Inspired Test Valley event on the 24th March 2022. Get Inspired gives young people a chance to meet businesses from their local area and learn about the different career options available to them by taking part interactive activities which capture their imagination and give them a chance to develop their skills. Jen Laidlaw, Project Manager at EBP South said, "This event provides an exciting opportunity for students to gain an experience of what it could be like to work in different industries. It gives young people the chance to speak directly to business professionals and gain a real insight into the career options in their area.”
people about opportunities available working with local companies. The event, which was sponsored by Test Valley Borough Council, featured 13 businesses providing activities which offer a hands on way for young people to develop an understanding of the different career options in the Test Valley area. Leader of Test Valley Borough Council, Councillor Phil North, said: “We’re were really pleased to support this event, and it’s fantastic to see it return after the pandemic. Events such as these are invaluable in inspiring young people into areas of employment that can be evolving, interesting and fast-paced. These events help to support our local economy, reach our communities and support the growth and employment in Test Valley, which is why we’re proud to be a sponsor.” Young people are often not fully aware of the different job roles and career paths available to them. The event allows businesses to connect with pupils in their local area and educate them about the careers that are on their doorstep. At 2021 Get Inspired Test Valley (which was held virtually) 100% of businesses who attended said that they were given an opportunity to inform young people about their area of work and promote the opportunities within their organisation.
Over 600 Year 8 to 11 students from secondary schools across the Test Valley area attended the event which aims to inspire young
Godolphin School Students Step-Up to Fashion Project Salisbury is not normally associated with luxury fashion, but some young students from Salisbury are challenging this. Godolphin’s art students designed bespoke boots, after being inspired by an art project. Godolphin is passionate about bringing education to life. Most people struggle to learn effectively, when forced to study abstract concepts within a classroom setting. Therefore, Godolphin looks for every opportunity for students to apply their learning in real-world situations. With this in mind, Sharon Duggan, Deputy Head of Department and lead in textiles, was determined to make last year’s art project as interactive as possible. Mrs Duggan first took students on a trip to Salisbury Museum, where they made sketches of historical textile items. This was followed by a trip to the Wallace Collection in London, to experience the “An Enquiring mind” exhibition, produced by the international shoe designer, Manolo Blahnik. The 10 rooms, each with a particular theme in relation to the designer’s work, proved inspirational. When the students returned to the classroom, Mrs Duggan tasked students to design an item for a contemporary fashion line and they
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unanimously chose to create boots. The girls then spent many hours developing concepts, producing larger pieces of fabric and making design choices. The result was the class produced an incredible range of boots, which combined classic techniques with contemporary tastes. One student, Olivia, used inlay felting techniques and machine embroidery to capture the quality of the vintage artifacts on display at the museum fusing them with more modern influences, by using vibrant colours. Another student, Lexie, took a different approach. Lexie was inspired by the delicate lacework on the costumes at Salisbury Museum. Using heat transfer techniques, lace and dissolvable fabric to impose them on her materials. Their teacher, Mrs Duggan, said: “When I’m teaching, I want it to be exciting. I want to push the boundaries all the time and challenge the girls to keep them on their toes – inspiring them to go that step further, to hunt ideas out themselves and to want to know more. “When I’m with my GCSE or A-level students, I teach them in exactly the same way I have taught first, second or third year degree students in the past. Because only then can they show their true potential and immerse themselves in a world of design and textiles and beauty. If you challenge and inspire your pupils in equal measures, I believe the sky’s the limit!” For more information on Godolphin School visit: www.godolphin.org
SAVE OUR PLANET: SOLVE IT, CREATE IT, SELL IT Our free interactive half-day sustainability course for girls currently in year 5.
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EDUCATION Sleep for Early Years: Routine, reassurance, soothe
Routine A night-time routine is a must. Between 1-2 hours before bed, make sure that you create a winding down system such as bath time, milky drink and snuggle time. Follow this with a calming 30 minutes in their bedroom to settle them. Having this routine establishes comfort and the awareness that it is time to settle each day. Reassurance In the 30 minutes before bed, your child may have lots of questions, especially around the ages of Reception to Year 1. Use this time to reassure them that it is normal to have worries and remind them that they are safe at home in their room, far away from harm.
A good sleeping routine enables the development of young minds and has a direct effect on happiness, alertness, and attention, says Kate Rodgers, Embley’s School Counsellor. Lack of sleep in children has been linked to issues with immune system, anxiety and depression. The recommended amount of sleep, including naps, for children up to age 5 is: • Age 4 to 12 months: 12–16 hours of sleep • Age 1 to 2 years: 11–14 hours • Age 3 to 5 years: 10–13 hours Children often voice their worries before bed, as this is a time when they are in thought and with the person they trust, and it is important that parents know the best ways to help when their child is struggling at bedtime. Kate has put together these tips to help.
Whittling, Wattling, Mud and Magic at Salisbury Cathedral School More than 150 children and their families attended Salisbury Cathedral School’s free community outdoor event behind the lake in the school grounds on Saturday 12 March 2022. Attendees participated in arts and crafts, trialled whittling and wattling, and practised survival and bushcraft skills. Younger visitors made ‘cakes’ in the mud kitchen and wands out of sticks, feathers and wool, and everyone had a turn at cooking over the campfire and creating clay faces to decorate the school’s trees. ‘It was so uplifting to see so many new faces enjoying oldfashioned outdoor fun in our school grounds. What’s better than a mud kitchen and a (well supervised) campfire for children aged between 3 and 11?’ said Clive Marriott, Head Master, Salisbury Cathedral School. ‘After all the restrictions of the pandemic, we are delighted to be able to share our hidden natural haven with so many visitors once again’.
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Soothe Children that are left for too long to cry can develop attachment issues, and during periods of change they may need a little more soothing than they did previously. It is ok to hold, cuddle and snuggle with them if they are asking for it – make the most of it, before you know it, they’ll be older and won’t want to anymore! Other tips • Keep a regular bedtime • Use blackout blinds if seasonal changes affect sleep • Keep the bedroom quiet or use white noise to mask sounds We hope these tips were useful and remember, a well slept child is a happier, more settled one. Embley is an independent day and boarding school for girls and boys up the age of 18. Embley’s Nursery is open from 08:00-18:00, 48 weeks a year, and is based in the school’s self-contained Early Years Department, with the Prep School next door. For further information, please visit www.embley.org.uk
The day was divided into two events. Younger children, aged between 3 and 7 years, attended in the morning for a Woodland Adventure. After lunch it was the turn of 6-10 year olds for survival and bushcraft skills. Camps were created, hot dogs cooked over an open fire and a whole new fence built by the ancient method of wattling. Hosted by school staff and Wiltshire Wildlife, the day was welcoming, informative and fun. ‘It is so important for children to spend time outside in nature. They love to learn new things and if that can happen in the fresh air then so much the better!’ commented Will Frost, Head of Outdoor Learning, Salisbury Cathedral School. The activities took place in ‘Conservation Corner’, an area of the school grounds behind the lake which the school is pro-actively wilding to boost biodiversity. So far the pupils have planted more than 2,500 spring bulbs and a new orchard to support wilding. Grass in this area is only mown annually and next term will see the installation of new habitat boxes to encourage more wildlife to make a home at the school. Salisbury Cathedral School Community events are free to attend and advertised on social media: Facebook @salisburycathedralschool Instagram @salisburycathedralschool Twitter @salisburycathsc For more information please contact Jojo Orange, orange.j@ salisburycathedralschool.com
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COMMUNITY The ‘Bus of Many Things’. For the past 8 years Test Valley Arts Foundation has been the proud owner of a vintage ex-Wiltshire county council mobile library bus. It was bought at the request of artists and community groups across the Test Valley to use as a venue for mobile workshops and as a focus at outdoor events. It’s unique history, look and style drew the public to it, for them to be presented with artistic wonders and excitement from within! Over the years the bus has spent time at festivals and events as well as towns and villages all over the Test Valley and beyond. Most recently it has been an important venue for Chapel Arts Studios who used it on many occasions as key part of their operation in getting communities involved in creativity and the arts. As the years went on we held our breath when each MOT crept up only to find that this ancient beast kept going. Sadly, and for obvious reasons, the last two years has seen the beast remain stationary in a car park and its latest annual inspection revealed costs that made it prohibitive for TVAF to keep it on the road. So very sadly, we have had to let it go. No doubt you may see it on the road in future years all lively and restored and being used in a new way, but for now, we celebrate and reflect on its successes at bringing art to the communities of the Test Valley.
Andover Choral Society Andover Choral Society welcomes you once more to an evening of glorious music. This time, we're singing Mendelssohn's verse to one of history's greatest characters, Saint Paul. Rarely performed, and with a huge spectrum of choral challenge, ACS will provide you with an evening of pure joy at St Mary's Church, Andover, on Saturday 7th May from 7.30pm. Our Musical Director, Peter Ford, has adapted an otherwise lengthy and imposing work into one more suited to everyday enjoyment. With a specially commissioned orchestra, Westminster Chamber Orchestra, and professional soloists, this reduced adaptation will encourage other, particularly smaller, choirs to bring Mendelssohn's fabulous oratorio into their scope.
Public art to celebrate the platinum jubilee
The performance combines operatic drama with romantic idealism, at the same time revering past masters such as Bach and Handel. This Oratorio of Saint Paul is so well renowned it has been described as utter perfection and how music, drama and art can all come together to create a perfect balance of intrigue and beauty. ACS will provide you with precisely that. We welcome new members to join us rehearsing at Rookwood School on Wednesdays from 7.30 to 9.30pm and aim to produce two concerts annually.
Artists are being encouraged to apply for Test Valley Borough Council’s platinum jubilee public art commissions ahead of the deadline next week.
Check out our website: www.andoverchoralsociety.org.uk or contact our chairman, Frances Lynn, on lynncf35@gmail.com.
As part of the celebrations marking the 70 years’ service of Her Majesty The Queen, TVBC, along with partner organisations, is running a number of events up and down the borough throughout the year, leading up the jubilee weekend in June. As well as the celebrations, the authority has launched commissions for public artwork in public locations, yet to be determined, in both Andover and Romsey. The closure for applications is fast approaching, with a deadline of March 30. The artworks will celebrate the theme of seventy years of service to the people of the United Kingdom, the Realms and the Commonwealth and the Queen’s connections to the Test Valley. “I'm very keen to encourage anyone who is interested to apply for these commissions. These new public artworks will form an important part of our jubilee celebrations here in Test Valley. They will serve as a clear and present reminder of what Her Majesty has accomplished throughout her decades of service to the Nation. “These public artworks will feature in central locations in both towns, and are a real opportunity to pay gratitude to one of the most remarkable and longest serving monarchs in our history.”
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Interested artists should send their applications in to the Arts Officer no later than the 30 March. Full details of the requirements and how to apply can be found in the artist brief which can be found on the council website, or by contacting the arts officer Faye Perkins fperkins@testvalley.gov.uk.
Hampshire Poet Poems for Today, a collection of poetry by Locks Heath poet TA Saunders has just received a 5 star rating on amazon after receiving a glowing review. "I am thrilled," says Tim. "It has made my day. The reader from Hampshire bought a copy and took it with him to Saudi Arabia where by all accounts he has thoroughly enjoyed reading it." Poems for Today was published earlier in the year and has already sold in America, India and the UK. Now, Tim is busy compiling an anthology of poetry and short stories, scheduled for publication later this year. For more information visit: tasaunders.weebly.com
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Nadia Waterfield Fine Art is opening its doors to its most exciting, eclectic art show yet – The Spring Hampshire Art Fair from 23rd April to 14th May. With over 250 original contemporary paintings, sculptures and ceramics from artists new to the gallery, alongside more established exhibitors, there’s something for all tastes and pockets. This stunning, spacious gallery, just outside Stockbridge, houses a wonderfully diverse range of work from over 60 carefully selected artists from the UK and abroad, representing a wide variety of styles, genre and media. The gallery itself is comfortable and relaxing with stylish rugs, lamps, tables and chairs. There’s plenty of parking and lovely dog walks making this a magical venue in which to enjoy some truly memorable art. Please get in touch for private consultations too – we will bring suitable artwork to you and offer expert advice on what best suits your space. We are happy to leave paintings with you to decide if they ‘fit’. We also take interest-free payments over 10 months. All artworks can be viewed and purchased online www.nadiawaterfieldfineart.com
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alvador Dali. Andy Warhol. exhibitions etc. The Society fundraise HRH Prince Charles. Unlikely for ‘Arts’ and support projects for young bedfellows, you think? carers and schools. Or, if you’ve a yen for a But the work of these diverse hands-on project, there are opportunities to artists, along with many others watch and label archive film, reconfigure old has… adorned the wine labels on bottles maps to put online or take part in a national of Chateau Mouton Rothschild since project such as making ‘book trousers’ for 1945! Who knew? The Houses of Parliament. And Betty Joel – ever heard of her? Betty In addition, the society has researched and was a successful furniture, textile and paid for the production of detailed records interior designer during the 1920s and of local Church furnishings. The hardback, 30s, with a company turnover of £17 illustrated book produced is then duly gifted million in today’s terms. Commissioned A member's pastel picture of a Romney Marsh church to the Church in question, with a digital by royalty and businesses alike, including version held by the V&A Museum and the Diocese. the Savoy hotel, examples of her work today reside in the V&A Museum. Overall, The Arts Society Test Valley presents a great opportunity to get out, learn something new and socialise with the like-minded Did you know that this extraordinary woman spent the later years - just as it did when Jean Ward (President) and Brenda Headley of her life and passed away… in Andover? founded it in 1971. The subscription fifty years ago was the princely The link between these seemingly unconnected facts? They’ve sum of £2.50, and remains reasonably priced today; £50 per annum come to light during the wide range of fascinating talks given which includes 10 talks a year - and members may periodically at The Arts Society Test Valley (TASTV). Monthly, with both bring a guest for a small donation of £7. morning and afternoon sessions, the live lectures embrace not only art in terms of paintings and sculptures, but also the art of film, art Lectures are the first Tuesday of the month (excl. Jul/Aug) at 10:30 in advertising, architecture, literature and many more subjects. a.m. and 2:15 p.m. They take place at Weyhill Fairground Village The lecturers, experts in their field, have undergone the rigorous Hall, SP11 0QN, where there is plentiful free parking. A member selection process demanded by the umbrella national organisation describes her experience of The Arts Society Test Valley: ‘The Arts Society’, to which TASTV is affiliated. “I always learn something new - and I’m never disappointed!” Now back in-person after Covid restrictions have eased, the timings of the talks lend themselves to have a coffee or lunch before If you’d like to know more, please visit or afterwards with fellow members. And the Society holds a New Members’ lunch to give newcomers the chance to meet each other www.theartssocietytestvalley.org.uk and recognise a friendly face. If you’re interested in joining, please email: TASTV hosts study days, organises day trips for its members too, with professional tours of stately homes, gardens, theatres,
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Would you like to explore the Arts? If you would, then why not come and join our friendly group of members at our monthly meetings in Fairground Village Hall, Weyhill SP11 0QN on the first Tuesday of the month. There are two lectures sessions to choose from, the morning one starting at 10.30am or the afternoon at 2.15pm (Refreshments are served before each). There is ample free parking so attending couldn’t be easier. If you’re unsure, then come along for a taster visit. It is only £7 and if you decide to join we’ll deduct it from your joining costs. A full year’s membership costs £50 but if you join part-way through the year, the fee is reduced. Through the course of the year we also offer study days and visits to places of interest. Tuesday 3 May
Bhutan: The Kingdom of The Thunder Dragon This lecture explores the history, art and culture of this extraordinary country, which for centuries has preserved its traditional Buddhist values. Over the last few decades there have been many changes; such as the introduction of roads, television and tourism. Will Bhutan be able to maintain the fine balance between tradition and modernity without diminishing its unique culture?
For more information please visit our website: theartssocietytestvalley.org.uk
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As an engineer, Chris approached the challenge methodically, analysing ingredients and processes. In 2014, after months of wreaking havoc experimenting in the home kitchen (and near divorce according to wife Steph!), he finally created a greattasting dark chocolate bar his body could tolerate. Even better, when tested on friends and family, everyone liked it- regardless of whether they had dietary requirements or not.
Come and try for yourself! If you’re local, Enjoy!’s shop, situated at Unit 102, The Commercial Centre, Picket Piece, Andover SP11 6RU, is open for business Monday to Friday. Chris and wife Steph are happy for customers to stop by and try the chocolate for themselves! If you mention “Test Valley Forum” they’ll also give you 20% off your order. Alternatively, you can order from Enjoy!’s website with 20% off joyofenjoy.com using the voucher code:TVF20.
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RECIPE OF THE MONTH
Earl Grey and Clementine Easter Hot Cross Bun Trifle One of my favorite Easter treats, Michelin chef Heston Blumethal’s Earl Grey and clementine hot cross buns, delicious toasted and topped with lashings of butter. Bursting with the same flavour combo of tangy clementines and smoky bergamot from the tea, and with sweet Madeira to add a touch of class, my ultimate Easter trifle is both delicious and sophisticated and is the perfect way to end your holiday feast.
For the trifle
A glass footed trifle bowl is best showing off all of the yummy layers of buns, fruit, custard, curd and cream.
Ingredients
100ml boiling water 3 Earl Grey teabags 100ml of sweet Madeira wine 5 hot cross buns gently toasted and torn roughly into one inch cubes 50g blanched, roasted and roughly chopped 600ml double cream 500ml ready-made custard
For the candied clementines
200gms caster sugar 2 clementines ( make sure the skins are tight and the fruit fresh) halved and cut into thin rounds.
For the clementine and lemon curd 130gms unsalted butter cut into cubes Grated zest and juice of three clementines Grated zest and juice of two small lemons 120gms caster sugar 1 medium free range egg, plus two yolks.
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Method
1 Infuse the tea bags in the boiling water and add the Madeira. Leave to infuse for one hour. Make the candied oranges. This is easier to do than you might think and the result is an intense syrupy flavoured clementine for the trifle and the topping. Pour 300ml water into a pan with the caster sugar and bring to the boil. Add the clementine slices, then turn down to a medium heat and simmer for 50 minutes until softened and syrupy. Leave to cool. 2 Make the fruit curd. Heat 30g of the butter until bubbling, golden and smelling nutty. Remove from the heat, quickly adding the rest of the butter with the clementine and lemon juice and sugar. Whisk until smooth. Add the egg and the yolks and beat well. Return the pan to low heat and whisk continuously for ten minutes until you have a thick, creamy curd. Stir in the zests and leave to cool. 3 Layering the trifle…..this is the fun part! Remove the tea bags from the Madeira and water and discard. Add the syrup from the candied clementines, leaving a little remaining with the fruit. Put the buns in the base of the trifle dish spooning over all the infused liquid. Arrange over top most of the clementine slices. Meanwhile using either electric mixer or balloon whisk, whip the cream to soft holding peaks. Layer the curd over the buns and clementines and then top with the custard and finally the cream. Sprinkle the top with the toasted hazlenuts and the remaining clementine slices with the syrup.
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WELLBEING Stress solutions April is Stress Awareness month, and when barely a day goes by without a sense of worry, stress, pressure or anxiety at the moment, I felt this was a timely topic to write about. We have evolved to exist primarily in the ‘thrive, rest and digest’ state, but we are being exposed to constant stressors. Our bodies cannot cope with long-term, chronic, micro-doses of stress, constantly putting us in the ‘fight or flight’ state. The barrage of information we receive, the environmental, physical, emotional and dietary loads on our body, and the pace of life we now lead is not conducive to a long, healthy and content life. There are 8 main effects of chronic stress on the body: 1 Increases whole-body inflammation 2 Biggest hormone disruptor (cortisol ‘steals’ all other hormones) • Infertility, irregular periods, early menopause, PMS 3 Wipes out gut microbiome, causes IBS, constipation and diarrhoea 4 Lowers immunity and increases risk of auto-immune conditions 5 Increases risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes 6 Increases insulin resistance leading to obesity 7 Insomnia 8 Mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression I would also add a 9th effect: 9 The more stress you experience, the more sensitive to new stressors you become As you can see, stress is not simply tense shoulders, headaches or a grumbly tummy, it is a whole-body, physical and mental, experience. We must therefore learn how to actively manage stress, build time into the day, and prioritise stress busting solutions. The body cannot coexist in its thrive state and in its fight/flight state, they are on opposite ends of a see-saw. When the fight/flight is activated, the thrive (rest/digest) is suppressed. There are many ways to stimulate the thrive state and suppress the fight/flight, but for most people it takes a conscious decision and diarised action. I have created a table for my Womo women’s health courses, and I will share it with you here. It covers many ways to support your body into relaxation mode and enable it to fully rest, digest and thrive. I suggest picking one activity from each column and committing to doing it daily. If you’d like any more clarification on these activities or help managing your stress, please do get in touch. The next Womo course runs in June in the
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Changing Gear with My Little Sudocrem Developed in Dublin all the way back in 1931, our favourite hero cream has been soothing families for 90 years. And now for all of us choosing two wheels over four wheels, My Little Sudocrem is a portable 22g size pot, to sootheon-the-go. The pandemic has seen a 45% leap in bicycle sales totalling a whopping £1 billion, according to Forbes*. An extra 1 million adults hit the cycle lane and this gear-shift trend is set to continue as with the UK’s new-found love of the outdoors. The UK has also been inspired to jump into the saddle by the amazing achievements of our most successful female Paralympian, Dame Sarah Storey, who says, “Cycling with my family brings me so much joy and I’d really love for more families to benefit from the thrill of being out on bikes together. Cycling is such an amazing feeling and it’s a really fun way of getting around. Apart from the obvious health benefits of getting out in the fresh air and being physically active, cycling is a great way to build resilience and promote independence.” My Little Sudocrem joined the family in 2018 and is ready to jump into any cycling kit to soothe the cyclist’s exposed skin. It’s been specifically designed by Sudocrem for soothing and preventative use. Its clinically-proven formulation soothes and protects delicate skin, forming a barrier against irritants and allowing the skin to maintain its natural and healthy condition. It’s ready to help calm red or irritated areas of skin, to soothe dry patches, cuts and scrapes. It’s discreet and travel-friendly because while the traditional grey 400g pot is iconic and a
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So, with the great British summer fast approaching, it’s time to get on yer bike and take your little pot of Sudocrem on your next big adventure! * Forbes April 21 2021 – The Bicycle Association Building On The Boom: The UK Cycling Market in 2020 and Beyond Report
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Andover Trees United From Diamond Jubilee to Platinum Jubilee: Andover Trees celebrates 10 Years of Harmony Woods On Monday 7th March 2022, Andover: Local environmental organisation, Andover Trees United, celebrated a decade of tree planting at Harmony Woods, the new community woodland it initiated in the year of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee back in 2012. The organisation has now accomplished its founding aim to enable 10,000 children to plant 10,000 trees in 10 years and will be celebrating this achievement in the year of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. Celebrations began on Thursday 17th March 2022 with an ‘End of the decade’ ceremony at Harmony Woods. Children and teachers from participating schools and community volunteers were joined by the Lord-Lieutenant of Hampshire, Nigel Atkinson Esq., and Test Valley Mayor, Mark Cooper, in a procession through the wood with flag waving and story-telling. The children planted their final trees and the proceedings culminated with the planting of an Oak tree to mark the Queen’s Platinum jubilee.
in the ground 10 years later! The children who attended will act as ambassadors for the 10,000 children who have planted over the last decade.”
"We would like to take this opportunity to thank everybody who has been part of the journey and there will be lots of opportunities over the coming months for everyone to join in the celebrations of this milestone.” Throughout the remainder of the year the organisation is delivering various projects that align with the 10 year celebrations including an exhibition at Chapel Art Studios (25 June - 23 July) of their One Ash project https://www.andovertrees.org.uk/one-ash which focuses on sustainable forestry and celebrates our wonderful Ash trees, now suffering the devastating effect of the Ash dieback disease. Wendy explains: “When we began back in 2012 the planting of Ash trees was prohibited in the UK due to the spread of dieback disease. More is now known about how the disease is spread and the moratorium has been lifted so we are delighted that, as part of our celebration on the 17th, we will be adding to the wood young Ash trees grown by volunteers from seed gathered from a single Ash tree in Glastonbury. Ash Trees have a particular significance to our town as the name Andover is derived from its pre-saxon name Anderferas or place by the Ash Tree Waters.” The organisation will be announcing further details on celebratory projects in the next few weeks.
The ceremony replicated that of the first Oak tree planted in Harmony Woods by the then Mayor of Test Valley Dorothy Baverstoke, on Monday 26th November 2012. Children from participating schools all planted their trees alongside this oak in what was then a muddy field with the majority of the houses which now make up the Augusta estate yet to be built. Wendy Davis, founder and project leader said: “We are thrilled that children are coming together once more to put the last of their trees
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Tree planting and maintenance of the wider Diamond Wood will be ongoing but the area set aside for the children is now complete. The organisation is now launching its next phase where it will be working closely with TVBC and other landowners to find new sites where the children of Andover can continue to gift trees to their community. If you have land suitable for tree planting and would like to help Andover Trees United to continue tree planting with local school children, please get in touch. For more information visit: www. www.andovertrees.org.uk
Adventures in retirement: why borrow later in life? Over 180,000 mortgages were taken out by people aged 55 and over in 2021; the highest number since records began in 2014, says UK Finance’s latest quarterly report. The average retirement age in the UK is slowly creeping upwards as many people work into their late 60s. With fewer of us paying off our mortgages ahead of retirement, it’s clear that borrowing later in life will remain a vital need for some time to come. Whether you’re on the cusp of wrapping up your career or already enjoying the fruits of your labour, the reasons for needing to borrow in retirement can be myriad. Just some of these might include: • • • • •
Purchasing your dream home Funding home or garden improvements such as a loft extension or new kitchen Helping loved ones to get onto, or move up, the property ladder Switching to a new lender or new product with different terms Relocating or downsizing
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How can we help? We believe that age is just a number, which is why we lend up to your 90th birthday across our whole mortgage range. Whether it’s borrowing to snag that perfect forever home, remortgaging to fund a beautiful new conservatory, or releasing equity to help a loved one step onto the property ladder, our qualified mortgage advisers are on hand to discuss suitable products for your circumstances and make sure that mortgaging later in life isn’t a subject to dread.
Cliff Osborne, Andover Senior Branch Manager. YOUR MORTGAGE IS SECURED ON YOUR HOME. THINK CAREFULLY BEFORE SECURING OTHER DEBTS AGAINST YOUR HOME. YOUR HOME MAY BE REPOSSESSED IF YOU DO NOT KEEP UP REPAYMENTS ON YOUR MORTGAGE.
Newbury Building Society is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority (Financial Services Register number 206077). English Law applies and we will communicate with you in English. We are participants of the Financial Ombudsman Service. We have a complaints procedure which we will provide on request. Most complaints that we cannot resolve can be referred to the Financial Ombudsman Service. 8641
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