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Guernsey’s Style Magazine | no. 22 | November 2013 | the

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elcome to Gallery #22 and our first real edition as the publisher. Traditionally November is the issue orientated more toward those of the XY persuasion. Gallery is for all, but we’re conscious that we often feature more fashion and beauty for the fairer sex. This month’s male fashion shoot and, erm, male beauty products show that we’re gender bipartisan. Let’s face it, even if you’re a wood chopping, car fixing, house building man, these days you still have moisturiser in your cupboard somewhere.

Being at one with your skincare regime is important. It’s sort of the same with your health. Men find it hard to admit there’s something wrong. The campaign from MUG highlighting the importance of checking for testicular cancer caught our attention this month and we’ve dedicated some of our hallowed pages to presenting some of the images from the campaign; sportsmen of Guernsey getting together to raise awareness of men’s health. Good on them (p18). It being our dark themed issue we also met some other Guernseymen this month, those that dwell in the darkness and work at night (p44). We also sent a reporter and photographer into the surprisingly light Masonic temple, opening the lid on an organisation often perceived as being darker than the reality (p50). Another place that’s often perceived as having dark influences is Sark. And so it should, did you know that Sark has ‘Dark-Sky Status’ after it was recognised as the first Dark-Sky Island in the world by the United States based International Dark-Sky Association in 2011? Read about it on page 29. Being in the dark is used as a metaphor for something negative, a lack of information, a failure to comprehend or to not have all the facts. We were a little bit in the dark about Gallery when we took over last month. Thankfully lots of you have filled in our survey (at www.gallery.gg/ feedback) and let us know how Gallery has been for you. We now feel much better informed. If you’ve completed the survey and are wondering if it was a waste, fear not. We’re taking it all onboard, prettifying the statistics ready for publication in our winter edition and using the results to shape Gallery for 2014. We’ll be giving each respondent a little something too. Enjoy our dark issue. Hopefully it’s enlightening.

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CONTENTS

Driven Fashion

76 Foraging at Fermain

44 Strangers in the Night

116 Unleashing the Beast

Contributors ................................................. 8 Listings......................................................................................... 10 Dark self help guide.................................................. 12 News in numbers ..........................................................14 Misc ....................................................................................................16 Check your balls.............................................................18 Pet of the month ......................................................... 22 Lonely fluffy hearts ...................................................23 Give .................................................................................................. 26

Memory Tower David Gilliver .....................44 Strangers in the night .......................................... 44 Dark matter .......................................................................... 48 Masonic learning..........................................................50

EVENTS

BEAUTY

Action for children..................................................... 30 Healthspan fight for sight ride................ 30 TCT Ball .....................................................................................32 Thomas and Wynne launch.........................32 Friends of Saumarez medieval ball.. 34 ipes team party.............................................................. 34

TRAVEL

CULTURE

Winstragram winners ............................................ 36 New York, New York ................................................ 38

My name is........................................................................... 40 Culture picks ........................................................................41 My name is............................................................................ 42 Culture picks ...................................................................... 43

65 Dark Beauty

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Shoot: ‘Driven’................................................................... 54 Fashion picks ................................................................... 60 Style stalker ......................................................................... 62

Beauty guinea pig..................................................... 64 Beauty shoot .................................................................... 65 Beauty products .......................................................... 69 Creative shot : Etinne Laine ........................ 70

APPETITE

PLACES

Food review..........................................................................72 Dark ale ....................................................................................... 74 Foraging in Fermain Valley............................76 Food news............................................................................. 78 Chefspeak............................................................................. 80 Drinkstuff ................................................................................. 82

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Mortgage q&a .................................................................. 88 My favourite room .................................................... 90 Interiors News................................................................... 92 Stone cold goodness ........................................... 94 Finishing touches ....................................................... 96

BUSINESS

HARDWARE

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Movers & shakers special: Oi .................. 100 Movers & shakers ...................................................... 102 Off the Bat:Cricket Top Trumps...........106 Hitting a six......................................................................... 107 Sportsperson of the month......................108 Wiggle your scooter .............................................. 110 Gadgets .................................................................................... 112 Phone home....................................................................... 114 Darker shores .................................................................... 115 Motoring: Black Beauty.....................................116 Paparazzi at The Doghouse .......................118 Paparazzi at Fermain Tavern ...................... 119 Paparazzi at fusion.................................................. 120 Paparazzi at Fermain Tavern .................... 121 Boardom ...............................................................................122

Property profile .............................................................. 84 Featured properties ................................................ 86

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CONTRIBUTORS EDITORIAL Nichole Sweetsur Nick Mollet Nicole Bromley Charlotte Giles Tim Evans Claud Falla Ross Weston Erin Verard

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Danny Evans Etienne Laine John-Ross Hainey Chris George

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It’s not us, it’s you. As we’ve made some changes since we took on Gallery this month we’ve done some research. It’s been really interesting. We’ll be publishing the results next month. The most important thing seems to be quality, and stimulating content. We’re down with that. We simpy want to produce the most appealing magazine for the forward thinking Guernsey readers. We’re not here promoting our other companies we own. We’re just doing it for the love of magazines. It’s better if you’re part of it. For those of you that have been and those of you that will be, thank you.

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06.11.13

THE COMMUNITY AWARDS 2013

01.11.13

YPG’S THE TWIST

PRINCESS ROYAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS Young People Guernsey present an evening of cabaret, music and live hit show 'The Twist', starring West End sweetheart Suzi Madin and BBC's Strictly Come Dancing singer, Chris Madin. If you like 50's and 60's hits such as 'Dreamboats and Petticoats' and 'That'll Be The Day', you'll love 'The Twist'. Set in an American Diner the show is packed full of authentic tributes from the fabulous Rock 'n' Roll era including Petula Clark, Buddy Holly, Connie Francis and many more! The performance is kindly sponsored by Investec Specialist Bank and is YPG's major annual fundraising event for 2013. 6:30PM – 11:30PM // £60 PER TICKET TEL: 728686 // ALEX@EVENTGUERNSEY.COM

01.11.13

CHAMPAGNE & SEAFOOD DINNER

FARMHOUSE HOTEL Traditionally champagne has been thought of as a celebratory drink but in reality it is a perfect match for food. Join Randalls at the Farmhouse Hotel where Neil Phillips of Perrier Jouet takes you through an adventure of tastes and aromas flavours! Why not make the most of the evening and take up the special overnight stay rate of £79 including a room and full Farmhouse breakfast. The menu offers a full range of seafood delights including Chancre Crab, Oysters, Black Sea Bream as well as Perrier Jouet varieties for you to enjoy.

ST JAMES’ CONCERT & ASSEMBLY HALL Hosted by the Guernsey Community Foundation, the Community Awards are a wonderful celebration of community spirit as charities, voluntary groups, individuals and local businesses are recognised and applauded for their hard work and dedication to Guernsey’s thriving voluntary sector. James Partridge, Director of the Guernsey Community Foundation and Chief Executive of Changing Faces will be hosting this celebratory awards presentation & afternoon tea. This Year’s guest speaker is Phil Packer MBE. 5:00PM – 7:30PM // £10 PER TICKET TEL: 748056 // LAUREL@FOUNDATION.GG

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SURE FESTIVAL OF COMEDY BONUS WEEKEND

ROQUETTES HOTEL The best in stand-up comedy returns to Guernsey when the Sure Festival of Comedy presents its Bonus Weekend in the familiar surroundings of The Johnson Suite at Les Rocquettes Hotel. Headlining the show is John Moloney. John is in high demand at venues across the globe and is twice winner of the Best Live Performer at the London Comedy Festival. He is included in Channel 4's prestigious '100 Greatest Stand-ups' and writes for many comedy giants including Harry Hill and Jack Dee. Also on the bill is winner of the 2009 winner of the Funny Women Awards, Miss London and Edinburgh Festival favourite, Yianni. Great friend and supporter of the festival, Geoff Whiting, will return as compere. 8:00PM - 10:45PM // £20 PER TICKET TEL: 725001 // WWW.HAPPYCI.CO.UK

08-10.11.13

GUERNSEY PRESS HOMELIFE SHOW

BEAU SEJOUR The Homelife Show 2013 again looks to bring inspirational ideas for your home and lifestyle throughout two exhibition halls in Beau Sejour Leisure Centre. No, bear with us... There will be free cookery demonstrations and tastings by the Channel Islands Chef of the year, Daniel Green (The Auberge) that will take place over the three days in the Concourse. Daniel will be joined by other well-known foodies including; Tony Leck, The Pavilion at the Park; Ray Lowe, Meadow Court Farm and Fenella Maddison, producer of Torteval Cheese. FRIDAY 12 - 7PM, SATURDAY 10AM - 7PM, SUNDAY 10AM - 6PM. 10:00 - 7:00PM // £3.50 (ADULTS) £1.50 (CHILDREN) TEL: 07911 719081 (MARGUERITE) // HOMELIFE@CWGSY.NET

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GUERNSEY YOUTH THEATRE PRESENTS

FOOTLOOSE

PRINCESS ROYAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS: This fabulous performance of ‘Footloose’ is based on the iconic 1980s screen sensation starring Kevin Bacon. Footloose tells the story of city boy Ren who has to move to a ‘Go check this guy out at the Sure festival of comedy bonus weekend....’

7:15PM // £59.50 PER TICKET TEL: 264181 // ENQUIRIES@THEFARMHOUSE.GG

Yes, it looks a bit like one of the babies from Alien, but when it comes to accompanying champagne, it’s the best part.

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rural backwater in America where dancing is banned. Ren, breaking every taboo in the book, is determined to bring dance back to the heart of Bomont, held back by the memory of a tragedy. Featuring a dynamic young cast, this fast-paced show packed full of amazing dances and classic 80s anthems guaranteed to get you to your feet, including Holding Out for a Hero, Let’s Hear it for the Boys and the unforgettable title track Footloose.

7.30PM // £10 (ADULTS) £7.50 (CONCESSIONS) TEL: 749999 // WWW.GUERNSEYTICKETS.GG

12.11.13

THE PERFECT CHRISTMAS DINNER

SUECO COOKERY COURSE

BUSINESS

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Sprouts: really just minature cabbages...Arrr.....

20.11.13

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE DINNER

ST PIERRE PARK HOTEL The Chamber of Commerce host its largest event this month. Attended by over 300 guests the evening comprises of a Champagne Reception sponsored by Price Bailey Chartered Accountants and a three course dinner sponsored by Montagu Evans (CI) Ltd. The guest speaker, Peter Bazalgette, is considered one of the most influential men in British Television as a result of his impact on reality television and lifestyle programmes including Ready Steady Cook, Changing Rooms, Deal or No Deal and Big Brother. The evening will be raising funds for local charity, The Samaritans, who are celebrating their 50th Anniversary in the Bailiwick. 6:30PM – 11:00PM // £70 TICKET, £700 TABLE TEL: 728686 // NATALIE@EVENTGUERNSEY.COM

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20:11:13

30.11.13

PRINCESS ROYAL CENTRE FOR PERFORMING ARTS Filmed live in Shakespeare’s hometown, Stratford-upon-Avon, Richard II, screened at the Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts. Directed by artistic director Gregory Doran with David Tennant in the title role. Richard is King, ordained by God to lead his people. But he is also a man of very human weakness. A man whose vanity threatens to divide the great houses of England and drag his people into a dynastic civil war that will last 100 years.

THE YACHT CLUB AND TOWN SQUARE When something starts with Father Christmas arriving on a lifeboat at the Yacht Club, you know it’s going to be a mad night. Father Christmas, his elves and a parade of Christmas and storybook characters will then set off towards the Town Square where everyone will be kept entertained by Island FM's Richard Harding and Carl Ward and ITV Channel Television's Rob Moore. The Scout Band will lead the parade into the Royal Square where further entertainment will be provided by the Guernsey Youth Theatre Choir before the countdown to the big switch on at 5pm

RSC RICHARD II ENCORE

7:00PM // £17 (ADULTS) £15 (CONCESSIONS) TEL: 749999 // WWW.GUERNSEYTICKETS,GG

CHRISTMAS LIGHTS GO ON!

3:30PM - 5:00PM // FREE EVENT

BEAU SEJOUR CONCOURSE KITCHEN We all have an idea of the perfect traditional Christmas Dinner... a magical time spent with family and friends, enjoying homemade mince pies and a wonderful banquet of succulent turkey with all the trimmings... Creating this perfect meal is not without the odd challenge - dry turkey, soggy sprouts, pan juggling and piles of washing up. The Perfect Christmas Dinner is a fun two night course, that will teach you a wealth of time-saving tips, organisational skills and fantastic festive recipes to help make this year's family Christmas Dinner a magical festive feast without the stress. 6:30 – 9:00PM // £75 PER PERSON TEL: 720969 // TEAM@SUECO.GG

HARDWARE

A wormhole through space to the land of giant rabbits and dwarfs makes for a really unusual evening shopping in St Peter Port

26-28.11.13 MUSICAL SMASH

CHESS

BEAU SEJOUR Chess follows the story of two Chess Grand Masters, an American and a Russian, who are not only competing over the game and political conspiracy, but also for the love of a woman – whilst their countries, poised on the brink of nuclear conflict, look anxiously on. Written by Benny and Bjorn of Abba fame with lyrics by Tim Rice, this West End and Broadway smash-hit musical has been wowing audiences around the globe for nearly 20 years. This new, specially designed production of Chess will star a full complement of West End stars plus a full, live orchestra. In addition, as part of an ongoing commitment to providing professional theatrical opportunities to the people of Guernsey, Chess will also feature a choir of local performers. They’ll be throwing out classics like ‘One Night in Bangkok’ and Elaine Paige and Barbara Dickson singing ‘I Know Him So Well’? TEL: 01481 747280 // WWW.GUERNSEYTICKETS.GG

20:11:13

THE HUNGER GAMES : CATCHING FIRE

Some would probably wish this were the case, but it’s actually the title of the second edition in the Hunger Games film franchise. Based on the second installment of popular novels by author Suzanne Collins arrives on the widescreen at the Mallard Cinema this November. Katniss Everdeen and Peeta Mellark return as targets of the Capitol after their victory in the 74th Hunger Games sparks a rebellion in the Districts of Panem. Directed by Francis Lawrence the film stars Oscar-winning actress, Jennifer Lawrence; Liam Hemsworth and Josh Hutcherson. TEL: 266366 // WWW.MALLARDCINEMA.CO.UK

Yes, you can now get Hunger Games cuffs. They actually look OK.. Go all Katnise...

DARK SELF HELP GUIDE

WORDS RICK ODDBUT, LIFE COACH | ILLUSTRATION AOIFE LE GALLE

Are you sick of waking up on the right side of bed? Are you tirelessly enthusiastic about everything? Does watching Saturday night television fail to fill you with a deep loathing for the human species? If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to one or more of these questions then take heart in the fact that you’re not alone. You’re not simply ‘bubbly’, an idiot, or Fearne Cotton (i.e. both), but are actually one of millions of people who suffer from a common excess of positivity. There’s a part of your brain that doesn’t work properly, a part that pumps out cynicism and doubt, but it somehow got switched off and now you can watch romantic comedies without wanting to bludgeon the cast to death with a pickaxe handle. The most important thing for you to understand is that life doesn’t have to be like this. There is a cure for your condition, and with a little work you too can live a life rich with misanthropy, scepticism and spite. The first step is to recognise that you can change - you don’t have to resign yourself to a world where James Corden is considered amusing. You can choose a different path - a path paved with sarcasm that winds through a garden of bitterness. You can grow that garden yourself by weeding out the sunflowers and replacing them with nettles. You can picnic on a grave, in the rain. Why not start to make that change right now? Turn that smile into a grimace, and get started with some of these great tips to put a little bit of dread and angst in every day you’re forced to exist in this cruel and pointless universe. Remember - things can always get worse.

HOW TO LOOK ON THE DARK SIDE OF LIFE

If you’re feeling a bit jolly, perhaps you could spend a few hours thinking about those people who are more fortunate than yourself. Take a cold bath and try to imagine some of the many awful people who don’t deserve their easy lives - like Katie Price, all of One Direction or Donald Trump. How do you think they are feeling right now, with their giant mansions, luxury cars and heated swimming pools? Families are starving in Africa for want of less money than Donald Trump spends each week on wigs. Do you think Katie Price has to get out of bed at 7am just to drive for an hour to find somewhere to park before going to work? Of course not. She gets up at noon so her butler can feed her grapes.

After you’ve thought about that for a few hours, I’d recommend you start making a list. Begin with celebrities and work your way back down. Be really careful not to leave anybody off, as there won’t be time to rewrite it later when your hands are covered in gore and chainsaw grease.

MAKE SOME NEGATIVE LIFE CHANGES

It’s amazing how just a few small changes can bring a lot more darkness into your life. It’s so easy to get trapped in a routine of smiling at strangers and attending children’s birthday parties. Start by having at least three days each week where you oversleep and arrive at work hung over. Ditch your healthy salad lunch and replace it with chocolate bars, deep-fried meat and triple caffeine energy drinks. Skip the gym to play violent computer games in a darkened room, or to reply to the comments below newspaper articles and Youtube videos. Perhaps you could attend the cinema and sit behind a group of teenagers who spend the entire film using their iPhones? As you gain weight, lose sleep and become more irritable, you’ll soon notice a healthy contempt developing for your fellow man, which will gradually come to consume your very being, like a tapeworm with the voice of Victor Meldrew.

NEGATIVE THINKING IN THE WORKPLACE

We spend more time at work than we do with our families, yet when we come to make life changes we often devote most of our resources to creating a strained, mutually suspicious relationship with our relatives. Never forget, colleagues can be enemies too - in many ways they are better placed to bully, undermine and belittle you than are your friends and family. If you don’t yet despise your co-workers, start by befriending the resident officer joker, who will waste hours of your existence by repeating the catchphrases from TV comedies, regurgitating meaningless corporate buzzwords and talking about their football team. Studies have shown that exposure to ‘banter’ can be a key motivation for people who deeply wish for the extinction of humanity. If this doesn’t poison the workplace atmosphere like a

lingering broccoli fart, maybe you could start circulating depressing quotes and statistics by email, or by hanging up posters that snappily summarise the essential futility of human existence. You don’t have to be mad to work here, but it helps.

BLEAK ENTERTAINMENT

Art can be a powerful force in helping you recognise that the universe is a vast, hostile place in which you are of no more significance than a beetle. It may also drown out many of the voices in your head, or at least replace them with different ones. You should delete Gangnam Style, the music of the Beatles and anything not written in D minor (the saddest of keys) from your iPod, and then smash your iPod to tiny pieces with a hammer. Put the pieces in your pants, or try and eat them. You’ll be artistically richer if you spend your holiday savings on a complete vinyl run of the music of Morrissey, Leonard Cohen and Nine Inch Nails. Black out the windows of your fetid bolthole, light a few red candles and you’re ready for dismal disco. Whatever you do, absolutely do not listen to S Club 7 - if you reach for the stars, you will only get burned.

HOW ABOUT A CHANGE OF SCENE?

Holidays can offer a break from the norm, and if you find your life is slipping into a comfortable, positive routine they give the opportunity to change your perspective with some fresh, depressing sights. Why not book a trip to a war-torn region of the Middle East, or to the site of a massive industrial disaster? Silently walking amongst the abandoned schools and rusting funfair near to Chernobyl will fill you with dread concerning man’s deadly hubris, and on the other end of the scale a week in Ibiza or Magaluf is likely to turn most intelligent people into a misanthropic night strangler. If returning home still fills you with a warm, unwanted glow than perhaps it’s time to make a permanent change and consider emigrating to somewhere a bit less pleasant. Strike out for pastures new, and the chance to become irritated with a whole new part of the world. Go and live on an arctic oil rig, a diamond mine in the Democratic Republic of Congo or simply Milton Keynes. As long as you stay connected to the internet, there’s little danger of you cheering up. Remember - tomorrow is the first day of the rest of your life. GUERNSEY’S STYLE MAGAZINE

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NEWS IN NUMBERS

Could be saved by buyers in guernsey’s housing market. This came from the 2014 budget report.

Teenager charge with Handy stores robbery.

Depth charge was detonated at the north tip of the Great Bank after being found in a shipwreck.

4,000 Disabled islanders set to benifit from from new disability policy.

Proposed rise in Alcohol duty.

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VODKA LOVING

Mother Tsuiri Kvaratskhelia tragically lost her son Joni Bakaradze when he died aged 22. However, instead of a burial or cremation, she decided to preserve the body so her son’s child could “see what kind of father he had”. After originally using traditional preserving methods, she said, “I had a dream once. Somebody was telling me to wake up and start using vodka to care for the body”, and that’s precisely what she did. “I have been using spirit liquid poultices since then. You must not leave the body without them during the night, because it will turn black”, she says. Keeping Bakaradze's body in a coffin with a viewing window, his body has now been preserved with vodka for 18 years.

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WEIGHTLIFTING...WITH A TWIST

Weightlifting. Super muscly (possibly steroid pumped) testosterone filled men lifting boring looking dumbbells? Well, not any more. A Ukrainian advertising agency have given a certainly unique new twist to you average dumbbell. They’ve decided to produce boob-shaped weights. Created by the Kiev-based 306 Creative Communication Agency, the dumbbells even come in three sizes! The new product are made of cast iron with rubber, glossy paint and matt paint coating. "Sports equipment for real men, who think about women all the time even when the iron is held in the hands" says the website. Wow.

TOUJOURS TINGO Our beautiful book is back again; so here’s a few phrases to make your November a little more interesting...

Now we’ve all got those things in life that matter a lot to us, but one man in China has a deep love for his Porsche; an attachment so strong it might even be unhealthy. After crashing his beloved Porsche Cayenne, Hao Gang gave his dream car a proper send off with a full funeral service. “I crashed into the car in front and was lucky to survive. The traffic experts said that the brakes had failed as the car's engine had not been properly put in place.” "But the garage refused to compensate me, so I decided to warn others what might happen to them with a funeral for the car." Hao added that he is planning to leave the destroyed vehicle in the car park outside the dealership until he gets compensation. He said: "It is after all the poor car's final resting place. It would be disrespectful to move it."

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Oi!

A duck's quack doesn't echo, and no one knows why.

Bikrang - (Bikol, Philippines) to walk with the legs apart as if there was some injury to the crotch (#swagwalk?)

Nu sitter du med skagget i brevladan - (Swedish) now you are

stuck (in the spirit of national beard month, literally now you’re sitting with your beard in the postbox)

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CHECK PLEASE. When I was 28 I was on holiday in Miami when I started getting odd pains in my leg. I’d had a few drinks, didn’t think much of it. When I got home, the niggling pain continued and I noticed that, on occasion, it felt like I’d been kicked in the groin. Around the same time my Dad had been diagnosed with Cancer so I was sensitive, maybe for the first time, to such risks. I started checking myself. I wasn’t sure, but things didn’t feel quite right. I went to my GP who sent me away, saying the leg pains were probably cramps and not to worry. I wasn’t convinced. I went back for a second opinion. The second GP agreed that it might be worth checking out. The blood test was conclusive and within a week I was in hospital. In and out in 2 days. Sit ups were a challenge for a while but I can’t describe the sheer elation when a monthly blood test is ‘clear’. The common misconception is that a lump will be big and easy to spot. Mine was more like a large contact lens on the side of one of my balls. There’s nothing that can prepare you for the words ‘it’s cancer’. Thankfully, for me, I manned up and went to my doctor AND persevered to follow it up and got it in good time. The surgeons were fantastic and the most important thing on their minds seemed to be which size implant I wanted. Even though that was eight years ago I think about it every day. If you have any such symptoms or, in fact, even if you don’t - check. There’s a reason to play with yourself in the shower that’s for your own good health. When we learnt that MUG was launching a campaign to raise awareness we wanted to show our support. Therefore these four pages are donated and dedicated to raising awareness of testicular cancer. These Guernsey sportsmen have given up their time and image to show you how important it is to man up. See them all at www.mug.gg. Please read their comments. and take note. Breast cancer gets a lot of attention - girls are better at this stuff - but it’s simple for us men - check, please. BD

Martin Yabsley – Basketball About six years ago I developed a small lump that turned into a swelling. It turned out to be nothing serious but the tension and embarrassment of going to the doctor was more of an issue at the time than any health issue. It’s happened to a few friends since, and I have been able to quickly reassure them and encourage them to get it checked out. This campaign has allowed me to that on a wider scale. There’s no need to be embarrassed, it’s best to check any lump you find.

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Zak Damarell –

CYB hockey player

I didn’t join for any personal reasons, I just thought that it was a great cause to be a part of and I don’t think that many men are as proactive about their health as they should be. I don’t think there was enough awareness about testicular cancer in the past and it was something that I believed needed to be advertised more – which it now has been.

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Chris Walker – Golf When Trevor Kelham, founder of MUG approached me about getting involved with the charity I thought ‘he’s a big guy better not say no’. Seriously I didn’t have to think twice about it; I asked myself this question: when have I ever had a check up concerning my ‘nether regions’. The answer was never and the next question was how would I go about finding out if I felt there was something wrong? Often men are not willing to confront a health problem because of worry or embarrassment, and this campaign highlights this issue. I wanted to be involved with MUG who is trying to change this mindset.

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Ross Kneller – Cricket

Stephen Adams – Volleyball

It’s an honour to be a part of such a life saving charity campaign. Over the years I’ve had five friends diagnosed with testicular cancer, including one of the MUG team Dan Collins. Thankfully all of them made full recoveries and continue to live their life to the full today. This demonstrates how important it is to raise awareness of what is a very treatable cancer, so long as it is caught at the early stages. I think MUG is helping a lot of men be more confident to raise their concerns about what is, to many men, a very sensitive issue.

Earlier this year I felt an uncomfortable pain in my right testicle, I thought nothing of it, but the next day it was red and had swollen up to nearly double the size! My wife checked it out and I made an appointment with the doctor. He gave me some tablets to bring the swelling down and sent me for an ultrasound scan; the scan was easy and it was all over quickly, it really isn’t as bad as you imagine it’s going to be. Luckily at the next doctors appointment the results were negative and he put it down to a blocked sperm duct. The campaign’s message is simple, whatever your health worry, get it checked.

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Luke Jones – GRFC

Jason Winch – GFC

I was happy to be involved in the campaign as I thought it was a great opportunity to help spread the word about testicular cancer and help to break down the barriers that men face when it comes to getting checked out. I felt it was important for younger men as well as older men to understand the importance of checking themselves. I believe that MUG’s campaign is bringing the awareness of testicular cancer to the forefront of peoples’ minds and lifting the taboos that surround many men’s’ health issues.

Initially I did not know a lot about Male Uprising Guernsey, but after getting involved with these pictures and speaking to people in the process I realised how important MUG is to men and the Island. I’ve realized that something so simple as checking yourself regularly can help thousands of men. I am really happy to be part of this campaign and hope my pictures help out in whatever way, big or small.

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BUDDY Breed: Cocker Spaniel Age: 3 months Likes: Leafs, his garden and chewing. Hates: The rain and being on his own. If human I would be: A mischievous child. Wants: Treats, and lots of them! Interesting fact: Buddy was brought to Guernsey on a private aeroplane. Most impressive thing ever done: The other day he bit my husband on the nose..

GUNDEGA Breed: Female Age: 36 Likes: Nature, dogs, cats and travelling. Hates: Bad weather and being late. If animal I would be: A bird so that I could fly. Wants: To travel to Alaska one day. Interesting fact: My husband and I own Perelle Bay Hotel. Most impressive thing ever done: We built up our business from nothing we put everything we had into it.

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GUERNSEY AGAINST SEX TRAFFICKING FOUNDATION We meet Retha Jenkins at her home to tell us more about the charity

Woe betide anyone brave enough to return a book late. You’ll have the team to deal with!

It seems impossible to believe that a $32 billion industry involving 800,000 international transfers every year could so easily slip under the radar of every day society.

‘I founded GAST to raise funds to help rescue more victims, spread awareness which ultimately will protect our youth and to be a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.’

life every single day ranging from the individual, communal, economic, political, legal, the national, extending to the international.

Identified as the largest human rights violation in the history of mankind, human trafficking is the fastest growing crime in the world.

With an estimated 27 million people enslaved around the world today, including 13 million children, it would be impossible to say that nothing needs to be done.

It recently emerged that former Prime Minister Tony Blair greeted a sex slave outside Colonel Gaddafi’s tent – completely unaware that the schoolgirl was a victim of human trafficking.

‘Human trafficking is a crime that often goes unreported due to its covert nature, various misconceptions about its definition, and a lack of awareness about its indicators on the local level,’ Retha said.

If Mr Blair, a man who reportedly had a ‘very close personal interest’ in the abolition of the sex slavery industry was able to greet and then carry on walking past a victim – how many times a day do other people, people like you and I, walk past victims completely unaware?

Given that education is championed as a major key to the empowerment of individuals, designing and incorporating modules on human trafficking in academic curricula from basic school to the tertiary level can go a long way to help eliminate human trafficking.

Islander Retha Jenkins founded the Guernsey Against Sex Trafficking Foundation (GAST) with the aim to prevent the trafficking of more innocent victims, to protect the victims and help them recover their lives and prosecute the monsters behind the crime.

Women and children especially girls are at a greater risk of being trafficked because of the booming pornography industry and the continually increasing sexuality of young girls in everyday society.

‘Albert Einstein once said “the world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who look upon evil and do nothing”, I am not prepared to look on and do nothing,’ she said.

Despite the legal enslavement of people ending over two centuries ago, human trafficking affects all spheres of societal

If you’d like more information on GAST please visit www.gast.org.uk Email info@gast.org.uk Mobile +44 7781 437395

Mankind has proved its capability to surmount problems, surviving many devastating events including two world wars, diseases such as small pox, poliomyelitis and evolved with significant success. Human trafficking may appear unstoppable at the moment, nevertheless if these measures as well as others which circumstances dictate are put in place, it is bound to be eliminated. Through GAST, Retha intends to ensure that islanders are able to spot the signs of human trafficking so they can help victims and more importantly ensure they can keep themselves, their family and their friends safe.

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Riding without helmets is for losers, fact. Nerine Fiduciaries has welcomed the decision by the Guernsey Extreme Sports Association (GXSA) to make wearing helmets compulsory at the skate park for under 15 year olds. Nerine has donated 20 helmets, along with hair wax and gel, for any skaters to use regardless of age. The helmets come in a range of sizes and can be checked out of the kiosk for the duration of the time the skaters are using the park. The initiative was inspired by a spate of recent news stories which highlighted the reluctance of children to wear helmets at the new facility and the potential dangers of not wearing a helmet. One of the reasons skaters are believed to be reluctant to wear helmets is that it messes up their hair. Nerine has also donated hair wax and gel in an effort to compel style conscious skaters towards keeping safe without having to worry about this. The hair products will also be available from the adjacent kiosk upon return of the helmets. Nerine director Rob Habin said: “Providing these helmets seemed like an obvious area in which we could help. It would be a tragedy if a child ended up with an injury because they can’t afford to buy a helmet. In a recent radio interview, orthopaedic surgeon Mr Ranjan Vhadra pointed out that, because of weather conditions, it can sometimes be impossible to get injured patients off island in order to receive the appropriate care so making sure we limit their chances of injury in the first instance is paramount.” GXSA chairman, deputy Mike O’Hara said: “It is excellent when business connects with the community and we applaud Nerine for their idea of providing these helmets at the skate park.”

Lagan help you park. A NEW car parking area at St Saviour’s Community Centre could soon become a reality after Lagan Construction Group donated everything that was needed to prepare the site. ‘The St Saviour’s Community Centre is becoming an integral part of life for parishioners living in the western parishes but we still have so much to do,’ said Phil Duquemin, managing director of St Saviour’s Community Centre LBG. Lagan Construction Group has donated 120 metres of road kerbs, drainage channels, 1,120 sqm of geotextile membrane, a petrol interceptor and tonnes of hardcore. ‘It might not be the most glamorous of gifts but we’re thrilled with it. Lagan’s generosity takes us another step closer to making the dream of a modern, vibrant community centre for St Saviour’s a reality. The centre is also on the lookout for contributions in the form of a kitchen! Anyone with second hand kitchen units or equipment can contact Phil Duquemin on 07781 165286.

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A fundraising afternoon tea supported by Carey Olsen’s charities committee raised £1,160 for Channel Islands Air Search last month. The Venue at the Fermain Valley Hotel, which is supporting the charity throughout this year, hosted the event at which guests enjoyed a champagne cream tea and raised nearly £200 towards the charity’s annual grand draw on 3 December.

Banking staff brush up their DIY skills on Lihou Island With a new roof recently installed on the house on Lihou Island, a group of volunteers have been giving the building a much-needed makeover by re-painting internal walls and creosoting outside decking to ensure that it is completely watertight before the winter sets in.

12 RBC Wealth Management employees crossed the causeway to Lihou Island last Friday afternoon to begin the renovation work. Because of the tide times, the keen volunteers spent the night on Lihou, which added an extra dimension to their experience, and continued with the task at hand the following morning. Andy Creber from RBC Wealth Management’s Guernsey Leadership Team said ‘This initiative was a community challenge that we offered to staff as part of our 40th anniversary celebrations in Guernsey. We’re keen to ensure that our staff can take part in a range of activities, where we can collectively make a difference to our community, and the opportunity to support the Lihou Island Charitable Trust was one that many were eager to get involved in. It has been a fantastic and unique experience for those of us that took part and it has been a real privilege to spend time on this beautiful and tranquil island.’ Richard Curtis, Warden of Lihou Island said: ‘It’s quite labour-intensive painting so many walls, so to have the help of some willing volunteers from RBC really sped everything up. Although the States of Guernsey own Lihou Island, it is the The Lihou Charitable Trust that is responsible for the upkeep of the house so we are extremely grateful for all and any help we receive.’

Three Guernseymen Abroad

A new brochure – Three Guernseymen Abroad - has just been produced by Dr Raymond Ashton, Guernsey based lawyer and passionate football fan. Produced as a non-commercial venture, the brochure charts the history of three Guernsey footballers – Len Duquemin, Billy Spurdle and Bill Whare – who played professional football in England after the Second World War. With copies of original photographs, press cuttings and programmes, the brochure is a must-read for anyone interested in football. To obtain a free copy, just email Jane Moullin at Ashton Barnes Tee on jm@guernseylegal.com or telephone 749660.

Channel Islands Air Search is one of two charities supported by Carey Olsen’s charities committee which coordinates the firm’s fundraising activities in Guernsey. The committee will be organising a range of events until June 2015 and the funds raised will assist with maintenance costs of the Channel Islands Air Search aircraft, the ‘Lion’s Pride’. Jurat Claire Le Pelley, president of Guernsey Friends, said: “We are grateful to Carey Olsen for selecting us as their chosen charity for the next two years and really appreciative their hard work and participation. This was a great event at the Fermain Valley that was much enjoyed by all who attended and we are glad to have the opportunity to promote the important work that our volunteer crew do.” The firm’s dedicated 10-strong charities’ committee aims to support the chosen charities with funds, ideas for fundraising and practical help with events and projects.

Carey Olsen senior associate and committee chairman, Richard Field, said: “Channel Islands Air Search provides an immensely valuable service to the island and we are proud to contribute to their good work. The committee gives our staff the chance to take a hands-on approach in supporting charities of their choice and an opportunity to make a difference in the local community.”

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Coming up roses at Daisy Chain

Couple Return After 50 Years

A couple celebrating their Golden Wedding Anniversary have returned to their honeymoon hotel in Guernsey for the first time in 50 years. Alan and Janet Olden from Southampton were delighted to discover that Best Western Moores Hotel is still being run by the same family. During their celebration stay, the couple met hotel owner Sheila Sendlhofer who had taken their original booking in 1963. Mrs Sendlhofer is the mother of current managing director Karel Harris. The couple brought with them a bundle of memorabilia including their original booking reservation letter from Mrs. Sendlhofer. The couple have fond memories of their first visit to Guernsey Mrs Olden said: “I can remember our hotel room in 1963 had a radio attached to the wall - we thought that was very upmarket! It’s been lovely to return after so long and the staff here have been wonderful and made us feel very welcome.” Best Western Moores Hotel is part of the Sarnia Hotels Group which also incorporates Les Rocquettes Hotel and Best Western Hotel de Havelet.

A £15,000 donation from a charitable foundation is being put to good use by providing essential pre-school education to referred Guernsey children.

The Daisy Chain Pre-School in St Peter’s successfully applied for the funding – which will cover half its annual operational costs – from the Lloyds TSB Foundation for the Channel Islands. Daisy Chain trustee Karen Stockreiter said: ‘We are delighted that they considered our application and gave us such an amazing amount of money. It is half our running costs and without it we would have really struggled this year to offer all the children a place. Daisy Chain is a charitable trust set up in 2006 specifically to provide pre-school education to children referred by the Health Visiting Team. It is located at the Western Community Centre in St Peter’s and covers the catchment areas for La Houguette, St Andrews, Forest and St Martin’s primary schools. There are two other established welfare assisted pre-schools in the island, in St Peter Port and Castel which, in conjunction with Daisy Chain, support more than 130 children a week. The service is funded by charitable donations and sponsorship.

Sporting volunteers thanked by Olympic gold medalist

OLYMPIC gold medallist Greg Rutherford has helped celebrate the contribution that sporting volunteers make to Guernsey at the Bedell Volunteers’ Week night of recognition. Long jump hero of London 2012 told guests at the event, which saw two local sports statisticians honoured, that sports rely on volunteers. ‘It’s done from the kindness of people’s hearts and it’s those people who get people like me into sport,’ he said. Paul Brehaut, Denise Bourgaize and Richard Skipper were all shortlisted for the Volunteer Award for their commitment to cycling, netball and volleyball respectively.n ‘It’s been a really humbling experience choosing the shortlist and the winners,’ said Mark Helyar, managing partner of Bedell Cristin, which sponsored the initiative, organised by the Guernsey Sports Commission, for a second year.

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DARK SK ES THE MILKY WAY ABOVE THE AVENUE IN SARK

WORDS ERIN-ANNE VERARD

Channel Islanders welcomed Sark’s Dark-Sky Status after it was recognised as the first Dark-Sky Island in the world by the United States based International Dark-Sky Association in 2011. Dark Sky status is designated to locations free from sufficient light pollution. Every photon of light escapes upwards creating a glare in the sky’s atmosphere, obstructing a clear view of the galaxy, even with the use of powerful telescopes. Astronomers in the Channel Islands have a special relationship with the cosmos, unlike other areas on the English mainland; here on Guernsey we can regularly see the Milky Way and International Space Station circling above us. And with even clearer skies on Sark we are able to see even more clearly, and study astronomy with the naked eye, fuelling the Bailiwick’s fascination with the cosmos. David Le Conte of La Société Guernesiaise Astronomy Section explained: “It encourages people not only to look up at the night sky, but also to appreciate the importance of retaining a clear vision of the cosmos, free of light interference. It is certainly of assistance

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to one of our main goals, which is to bring the subject of astronomy to a wide audience, and to educate the public, especially young people.”

You can help to prevent light pollution by replacing outdoor lighting with motion sensor lights, replacing your conventional bulbs with energy efficient bulbs, or, simply

Astronomers in the Channel Islands have a special relationship with the cosmos, unlike other areas on the English mainland; here on Guernsey we can regularly see the Milky Way and International Space Station circling above us. With less light pollution La Société Guernesiaise Astronomy Section believe that The Bailiwick is more aware of our place in the universe. Light pollution, not only creates problems for the island aesthetically, creates an economic concern as excess glare represents wasted energy and in turn, wasted expense. It is vital to reduce the amount of light produced to a minimum and to focus the omitted energy where it is needed.

turning your lights or electrical equipment off when you’re not using it. Guernsey therefore feels that Sark’s status is good news for the Bailiwick financially, as money saved through decreased levels of pollution could potentially be put back into the community itself. Sark’s Dark-Sky status has put the island on the map and encourages tourism to our lovely islands.

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Action for Children sponsored by Deutsche Bank DUKE OF RICHMOND HOTEL 18TH OCTOBER

Healthspan ‘Fight For Sight’ Night Ride VAZON BAY 12TH OCTOBER

Guernsey’s first posh bingo event which was titled, wait for it, ‘Blingo’ was held in St Peter Port on Friday 18 October, in aid of Action for Children. It was a full house with guests treated to a drinks reception, music

by local band ‘City Limits’ and a delicious three-course meal. This was followed by the chance to win a range of exclusive prizes in three glamorous games of bingo.

Fancy dress and fundraising go together like milk and cookies. A new and unique charity event organised by Healthspan last month saw 300 sponsored night riders don their wigs, fluro clothing and, er, Mario and Luigi outfits to collectively cover nearly

10,000 miles of cycling in the dark, on decorated and well lit bikes, raising funds for ‘Fight for Sight’. A staggering £7000 has been raised to date and the organisers are still counting.

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TCT Ball OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE 12TH OCTOBER

Thomas and Wynne launch THOMAS & WYNNE SALON 19TH OCTOBER

Vibrant colours abound at the Teenage Cancer Trust ball last month, the event having been themed in honour of the colour scheme of the new ward in Southampton General that opened in September. The unit is a colourful, vibrant, state-of-the-art unit specialising in Teenage Cancer care and

acts as a home from home for the patients. Linda Trew, regional fundraising manager said; ‘Our third Ball was a spectacular evening and one for all to celebrate 3 great years of fund-raising’. Over 3 years of fundraising for the Guernsey Appeal you’ve raise d over £300,000. Way to go Guernsey!

Thomas and Wynne have a new director and a new look! Tammi Ozanne has recently joined the team so an evening for clients, friends and family of the relaunched and rebranded salon was held. The

makeover didn’t stop with the salon itself, fabulous models joined the party, with their hair and makeup showcasing the talent of the salon. To top it off everyone went home with a goodie bag filled with treats!

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Canaccord Genuity Ball ST PIERRE PARK HOTEL

The outfits got a little ‘Eyes Wide Shut’ as employees from Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management in Guernsey got into the carnival spirit to attend the company’s annual ball at St Pierre Park Hotel last month. The theme was masquerade and the costumes did not disappoint with

guests donning a variety of brilliant masks ranging from the humorous to the elaborate. Employees were given the celebrity treatment and treated to a three course dinner, live music by The Johndoes and masquerade biscuits from The Biscuit Box.

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FRIENDS OF SAUMAREZ MEDIEVAL BALL / IPES TEAM PARTY

Medieval Ball DUKE OF RICHMOND HOTEL SATURDAY 12TH OCTOBER

IPES Team Party CHRISTIES FRIDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER

There’s something mildly freaky about people in medieval dress. You half expect swords to be drawn at any moment and meat getting chewed off the bone as people sit on thrones drinking from goblets. Well... Things were a little more civilised during a night of ‘medieval mayhem, madness &

mischief’ held at the Duke of Richmond last month in aid of the Saumarez Park Playground Appeal. Anyone interested in supporting the fund raising effort, can contact the Secretary of The Friends of Saumarez Park Playground, Hazel Seymour Tel: 07839 151073.

A one off party was held at Christies for the Ipes Team. The 100 strong team in Guernsey had every reason to celebrate following the buyout of the business providing each employee with a share of

the employee benefit trust. The evening of drinks and canapés followed by dancing provided a great opportunity for everyone to relax and enjoy themselves.

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THE CITY SO NICE THEY The Big Apple, the ‘city that never sleeps’ – New York has been given many pseudonyms but none of them quite do justice to America’s most vibrant and exciting city. From the glamour of the Upper West Side to super-cool SoHo, from the hustle and bustle of Midtown and the Theatre District to laidback Greenwich Village – New York is all about neighbourhoods. Hop on the subway or take one of the famous yellow taxis to explore this adrenaline-charged city, visiting landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building and Grand Central Station. ‘Be a part of it’ with a thrilling range of tours and excursions like the Helicopter Flightseeing tours which includes views over all five boroughs of New York plus the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the famous Yankee Baseball Stadium in the Bronx. If heights are a little too daunting why not take the ‘On Locations TV and Movie Site Tours’? See the deli from ‘When Harry Met Sally’, the diner from Woody Allen’s ‘Manhattan’ and observe more than 60 locations from hit TV series’ such as ‘Friends’ and ‘Ugly Betty’. Specific TV tours are also available, including the ‘Sex and the City Tour’ and ‘Sopranos Tour’, all of which are led by local actors. For accommodation you are spoilt for choice. Choose from the range of modern or boutique hotels, practical and luxurious; NYC has vast array of places for you to lay your head.

convenient base for your New York stay, with friendly staff on hand to assist with travel plans. A big plus for tired tourists is the hotel’s indoor swimming pool, great for relaxation and making the hotel a good choice for families. Location is everything in New York; most tourists want to experience the hustle and bustle of Times Square. Close to the heart of New York’s Midtown action is the 5* Benjamin. The Benjamin brings a unique level of comfort in a sophisticated, boutique-style setting, providing true luxury in the heart of midtown Manhattan. A warm, intimate atmosphere awaits business and leisure travellers seeking the utmost in personal attention. The Benjamin creates a world of luxury and service that’s hard to replicate. The Benjamin’s sophisticated boutique style stems from the vitality and warmth of its original design. Built in 1927 by world-renowned architect Emery Roth, it was one of his earlier and most successful skyscrapers. Award-winning designer Robert Di Leonardo of ‘Di Leonardo International’ has created a new style of modern elegance, incorporating European influence, sophistication and comfort while preserving distinctive elements of Roth’s architecture.

Built in 1931, the 3* Edison Hotel is of similar style to that of New York’s famous Radio City Music Hall and lies in Midtown Manhattan at the heart of the Theatre District. Just a few steps away from Times Square, the MoMA and 46th Street’s ‘Restaurant Row’, the Edison occupies a fantastic location; perfect for soaking up all the sights and sounds of this 24-hour city. In an Art-Deco fashion, all rooms are simply furnished and represent great value for money for budget-conscious travellers.

New York is bold, unique and recognised as one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world which caters for every interest, style and budget. Whether it’s for a long stay, a week or just the weekend, ‘the city so nice, they named it twice’ will shape memories that will last a lifetime.

Walking distance from the Edison is the 4* Manhattan at Times Square which stands amidst an abundance of restaurants, shops, bars and diners. The Manhattan offers a comfortable and

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I have been approached about commissions. I am doing a painting at the moment involving a stag, dice, four pack of beers, a squirrel, a sock, a parrot three birds a boxing glove, some handcuffs and an umbrella.

So, tell us a bit about yourself! Well I’m Guernsey born from a creative family. I studied fine art at the Guernsey College of Further Education, then Graphic Design at Bristol UWE. I really like drinking tea and I am an obsessive doodler. When did you first begin to get creative? As soon as I was able to pick up a pen I was drawing on anything I could, people, paper, in books, wall paper, my sister and the dog. Or maybe finger painting before that.

Have you ever been approached about a commission? If someone wanted their own version of your art how would they go about it? Yes I have been approached about commissions. I am doing a painting at the moment involving a stag, dice, four pack of beers, a squirrel, a sock, a parrot three birds a boxing glove, some handcuffs and an umbrella. I am always looking for new commissions an can be contacted via email at deano.tom@hotmail.com.

How would you describe your artwork? My artwork varies loads depending on the peace of work in question as different jobs require different techniques or processes such as illustration, sculpting, painting ect. I do allot of graphic illustrations very similar to graphic novel art works in my spare time.

What projects do you have planned for your art in the future? I have a few projects lined up for the future mostly murals involving star wars, harry potter, space, Spiderman and batman manly for children’s bedrooms. I am always looking for a new challenge to develop my talents and skills.

What mediums do you use and why? Spray paint, found objects, clay, paints, pens, pencils, digital mediums and screen printing basically anything I can get my hands on. It also depends on what end result you want to achieve.

Where would you like to see yourself in 5 years? Five years older and wiser, still drawing and creating hopefully with new skills and experiences. But who knows five years is a long time away.

Are there any particular issues or difficulties with your chosen mediums? Time waiting for paint to dry and wishing I had more time on good projects. As an artist, what do you find inspires you to start creating? Boredom is a big factor, life, the internet, music, films and books.

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GUERNSEY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA St James 16.11.13 - 8pm

For the final concert of the 2013 Credit Suisse Series, the Guernsey Symphony Orchestra presents a programme showcasing some of the works of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Making a welcome return to Guernsey is international Polish conductor Ewa Strusińska, alongside Guernsey soloists Sebastian Grand and Tom Hicks. Both musicians of exceptional versatility, Sebastian and Tom have already earned remarkable acclaim as pianists, individually winning numerous prestigious awards for their talents. This exciting programme is certainly not to be missed. Tickets £15, £12.50, £10, students half-price, £6 restricted view

Guernsey Youth Theatre presents

FOOTLOOSE

Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts 11 - 16.11.13 - 7pm The explosive musical with classic 80’s anthems including Holding Out For A Hero, Almost Paradise, Let’s Hear It For The Boy, and of course the title track, Footloose. Tickets cost from £7.50 to £10.00 and are available from PRCPA Box Office on 749999, for more information about the event please visit www.guernseytickets.gg.

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RICHARD II

Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts 20.11.13 - 7pm This is your chance to see the first in a series of broadcasts from the RSC, kicking off with David Tennant in Richard II, this is a fantastic opportunity to experience the Time Lords take on this equally infamous character. Richard II is the first production to be broadcast live as part of the Live from Stratford-upon-Avon Season. Tickets £17.00 and £15.00, available from PRCPA Box Office on 749999 or www.guernseytickets.gg

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FOX ART EXHIBITION St James 12 - 30.11.13

An opportunity to view a selection of works following the judging of this annual competition by independent judge, Maxwell Doig. Now in its 31st year, the Fox Art Competition has helped progress the careers of many of our leading artists in the Channel Islands and attracts a wide range of entries. Open 9am – 5pm weekdays and 10am until 12 noon Saturday in Jimmy’s.

Doctor Who is now Richard II

Free admission. Preview on Tuesday 12 November 5.30pm – 6.45pm. All welcome.

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FRANKENSTEIN

Princess Royal Centre for Performing Arts 21.11.13 - 7.00pm As part of the National Theatre’s 50th Anniversary, we are delighted to once again be screening Frankenstein starring Benedict Cumberbatch as the monster and Jonny Lee Miller as Frankenstein. Tickets £17.00 and £15.00, available from PRCPA Box Office on 749999 or www.guernseytickets.gg

CHESS - THE MUSICAL Beau Sejour 26-28.11.13 - 7.45pm

Written by Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus of Abba, and with lyrics by Tim Rice, Chess is the smash hit West End Musical about two worlds colliding at a chess tournament at the height of the Cold War. Containing legendary songs such as I Know Him So Well, One Night in Bangkok, Pity the Child, You and I and Heaven Help My Heart, Chess is an extraordinary, thrilling and pulsating show that explodes on to the Guernsey stage with a full West End cast, professional orchestra and local choir.

Kevin Bacon now markets UK phone companies. Thankfully our Footloose is the musical version instead. We’re not sure what his dancing is up to it these days.

A screening of the great Frankenstein

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GUERNSEY CREATIVE INDUSTRIES

Learn Create Produce is the inaugural seminar brought to you by Guernsey Creative Industries. It’s a symposium exploring the islands limitless creative potential. The event description, straight from the horses mouth: “Guernsey’s creative sector has touch points within all areas of commerce, education and employment - from creative thinking and creative business practice within organisations, to the 200+ creative companies of the island, employing over 1,000 creative people - the island needs to focus on creativity as an asset and release its creative potential”. Tickets are £60 for adults and £19 for students To purchase your ticket for the day visit www.learncreateproduce.com If you buy tickets for the event, you will get a free 12 month membership to the Creative Industries Guernsey

ARTIST GODANA KARAWANKE

The freelance artist Godana Karawanke was born in June 1963, in Frankfurt on the River Main, Germany, where she spent the first 5 years of her life with her two sisters. From the age of six until she was fourteen Godana spent most of her childhood in boarding school monasteries. Godana could be quite a noisy child upsetting the peace and tranquility of the monastery. The only way the Nuns found they could keep her quiet was to give her paper and paints. From very early on, she was inspired by the visual impressions of basilicas, especially the wonderful stained glass. She would create bright images of the things she had seen, interpreting them to her desire on paper. Her rare talent was nurtured here.

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Frossard Theatre 15.11.13 – 7:30pm

Frossard Theatre 17.11.13 – 2:30pm

The 2013 Academy Awards Best Picture Winner tells the true-life story of Tony Mendez, a CIA exfiltration expert who hatches a plan to help six embassy workers get out of Iran during the 1979 hostage crisis. With few options, Mendez devised a daring plan: to create a phony Canadian film project looking to shoot in Iran and smuggle the Americans out as its production crew. With the help of some trusted Hollywood contacts, Mendez proceeds to Iran as its associate producer, but with time running out and the Iranian security forces closing in on the truth can the team pull off the ultimate ruse in this real-life-caper thriller?

In celebration of the TV show’s 50th anniversary, see the two big screen extravaganzas from the 60s. In the first film, eccentric inventor Dr Who travels to the planet Skaro and discovers the evil Daleks. In the second film, he travels to London in the future and finds that the Daleks have conquered the Earth. Starring Peter Cushing as Doctor Who and featuring Roy Castle and Bernard Cribbins. Two exciting wide-screen adventures suitable for all the family.

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As Ben considers the Oscars for Argo he’s also troubled to recall ‘Daredevil’.

DR WHO & THE DALEKS

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MEMORY TOWER DAVID GILLIVER WORDS | ROSS WESTON

ith todays advanced software, one might assume the fantastic work of David Gilliver was developed through the magical retouching of Photoshop, but you would be wrong to think so.

David take his shots at various locations dotted around the coastal areas of the Island, as these tend to offer the most dramatic backdrops for his work. The remains of the German occupation have left many unique features for inclusion in his images. Project Memory Tower is a new and unique exhibition of David’s work that captures the last remaining remnants of life within Guernsey’s only tower block, Cour du Parc, using a series of stunning light paintings. At the beginning of 2013 the future of the Cour du Parc tower

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block was uncertain. The site had been cleared of all its occupants and their belongings. It was the perfect opportunity to create a unique body of work that captures the remaining remnants of life within this iconic local building. After gaining permission to enter the building during ten days of cold, dark evening hours, David set about creating a series of unique light paintings throughout the individual apartments and communal areas of the tower. “The place was pitch black, full of creeks and howling winds. One’s imagination couldn’t help but get carried away. Until one evening on the 6th floor we were suddenly confronted by a raging Alsatian led by some rather hyped up but confused looking police officers!” The free entry exhibition opens on Saturday 9 November until Sunday 17 November and will be held within the Inner Market, Market Square, St. Peter Port

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Most of us are conditioned to live in the daylight; up with Daybreak, home for Channel Report with lunch as the sun rises past the yardarm. If we’re out at night it’s for leisure. But what of those who live in the dark? This month we met some of Guernsey’s night dwellers. You may recognise their faces. We thought we’d learn more. From fearless chefs to taxi driver’s tea breaks, we learn how the other half sleep. Photography: Etienne Laine

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What are your hours of work? Day Shift 8am – 6pm, Night Shift 6pm – 8am in a pattern of two days, two nights and four days off.

What are your hours of work? 4pm to 2:40am Monday to Thursday and 7am to whenever we finish on Friday and Saturday

So when do you sleep? Our rest period is from midnight until 7am, this doesn’t mean we always get to rest as we provide a 24 hour service.

So when do you sleep? 5:30am to 10am Monday to Thursday and only 2/3 hours on Friday and Saturday

What’s your favourite part of the day? Everyday is a different experience, from drills and training to emergency calls. You never know what to expect.

Favourite part of the day? When it gets busy from about half 12 to 3am

Fire Fighter

What time do you have your midnight snack? Between 9:30pm and 10:00pm is our designated evening meal period. What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? I love working shifts, I couldn’t see myself doing 9-5 in the future. Your obviously not scared of the dark so what does scare you? Before I joined I wasn’t a fan of small spaces but through training I have gained experience and can deal with all situations.

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What time do you have your ‘midnight snack’?! I don’t, I only eat once a day at around 4/5am and have tea/coffee the rest of the time. What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? Nothing, I enjoy working at night as well as meeting and talking to many people. Sometimes there are hard nights normally if drunk people cause problems. You’re obviously not scared of the dark, what does scare you? Nothing

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GRAHAM BONE

Night Manager at the OGH Hotel

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What are your hours of work? 10:30 pm - 7:30 am - 5 nights a week So when do you sleep? 12 noon - 7:00pm Favourite part of the day? Night time probably 10 - 4, I have always been a night person. What time do you have your ‘midnight snack’?! I Normally eat before work and will have a sandwich or a bowl of cereal at around 4pm. What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? It doesn't suit everybody working nights, in a hotel in the daytime you’re working with more people. I prefer the peace and quiet of the night time so it wouldn't suit me. I think doing shift work is more challenging but working permanent nights is more routine. You're obviously not scared of the dark, what does scare you? Sunlight. Not much phases me, I react to situations as they arise and to continuing to provide a 5* service all around the clock. As night staff you get used to being a "Jack of all trades".

JEFFERY SAVIDENT Taxi Driver What are your hours of work? Anything from 7am in the morning to 3am the following morning but 6pm until 2am generally in the evening. So when do you sleep? 2 :30am to 6/7am, about 5 hours Favourite part of the day? The evening What time do you have your ‘midnight snack’?! I don't, that’s how taxi drivers get fat. I would normally have my main meal before going out and maybe pop home for a cup of tea and a biscuit at about 9pm. What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? Not a lot really it's a personal choice You're obviously not scared of the dark, what does scare you? Nothing, if you are scared easily, don't be a taxi driver.

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STEVE TORODE

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What are your hours of work? Day and night, I work shift work.

What are your hours of work? The hours vary from 38 to 44/46 hours a week. For bar work average hours are 8pm - 1am and for club work average hours are 10:30pm - 2:30am.

Paramedic

So when do you sleep? I sleep in the morning after a night shift and in the evening before a night shift.

Head Doorman

So when do you sleep? 4am for 6 hours.

What’s your favourite part of the day? The evenings 16:00 till midnight but nightshifts can be unpredictable and interesting.

Favourite part of the day? Private time at home relaxing and watching tv with a cup of tea.

What time do you have your midnight snack? I don’t have a midnight snack, I try to keep to a normal routine.

What time do you have your ‘midnight snack’? There isn't time to eat when working so once I finish the job I will normally get a take-out at about half 2.

What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? You need to make sure that it’s something you really want to do. Your obviously not scared of the dark so what does scare you? Large drunken crowds.

What would you say to someone considering a switch from the 9 – 5? It can be difficult if you have family or a partner working and many find it hard that they are working when others are out partying. It is a nice job but can be stressful, it is definitely interesting. You're obviously not scared of the dark, what does scare you? Jumping into shark infested water would probably scare me but nothing else.

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When the laws of nature appear to be almost as abstract and as illogical as the idea of an omnipotent, omnipresent being creating the universe in 6 days and science fiction seems like a sunday school picnic you realise we’ve come an awful long way in understanding how stuff works. Either that or somewhere along the road to enlightenment we’ve taken a wrong turn or two - which is highly likely, we don’t yet know and quite possibly never will.

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As Arthur C Clarke put it, ‘Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic’ or put another way, any ideas sufficiently advanced may look like God. We live in very interesting times. Most of us, I suspect, go about thinking that man has it pretty much sussed, that we understand nearly everything, that science is nearing something of a zenith and it won’t be long before we know it all. It may sound perverse but I find it somewhat comforting that time and again, just as we make some major breakthroughs in our understanding of the way the universe works, nature turns out to be a whole lot weirder than any science fiction writer could have ever suspected. That’s exciting don’t you think?

behavior that didn’t quite fit. According to these laws of motion the stars on the outer most of a galaxy should be moving slower than those closer to the center, but observations contradict this. Astronomers were startled to find that actually the speed of all stars orbiting a galactic center was pretty much constant. Furthermore, clusters of galaxies orbiting around each other also flouted these laws, suggesting there was much more mass within these clusters than we could see - 10 times more! What was causing it? The answer, for now at least, is so called ‘Dark Matter’. This stuff, if it exists, (and these theories suggest we scrap our preconceived ideas of what to ‘exist’ actually means) has lots of mass but doesn’t interact with light, it doesn’t reflect light, it doesn’t absorb light, it doesn’t interact with

around the galactic centre. How the physics of Dark Matter exactly work is as yet unknown, the science is brand spanking new. According to observations though, the total mass of the universe is 4% ‘normal’ matter, 27% Dark Matter - so what about the remaining 70%? Well this is stranger and more fantastical still. Galaxies and clusters of galaxies are not spread evenly throughout the universe. If you’ve attended my lecture on Chaos Theory you may remember a poignant fact - that nature doesn’t favour homogeneity. That is to say, the world around us is all patterns and lumps and clumps. Almost nothing is completely flat and plain. The same is true at ALL scales, even cosmological and if one maps the distribution of ‘normal’ matter in

EVERYTHING YOU’VE EVER LEARNED OR THOUGHT YOU KNEW ABOUT WHAT ‘STUFF’ IS, WHAT IT’S MADE OF, WHAT THE UNIVERSE IS MADE OF, IS VERY POSSIBLY WRONG. Everything you’ve ever learned or thought you knew about what ‘stuff’ is, what it’s made of, what the universe is made of, is very possibly wrong. At school we’re taught that the basic unit of matter is the atom, that everything we see around us is made up of atoms and yet it would seem that the mass we can actually detect or interact with only represents a paltry 4% of the mass the universe appears to contain! How is this so, how do we know this? Only since 1920 have we known that there exist other galaxies apart from our own Milky Way and when Edwin Hubble realised that some smudges of light weren’t gas clouds as previously suspected, but actually other galaxies each containing billions of suns, astronomers set about measuring them and trying to work out how far away they were, how fast they were moving and other vital statistics. Shortly after that scientists noticed things weren’t as they seemed. Newton discovered then Einstein refined, formulae involving gravity, mass and space which described the motion of bodies, giving us an accurate way to predict the orbits of planets around suns and how anything with mass is affected by anything else with mass. With these powerful tools astronomers observed the motion of stars orbiting the center of galaxies and noticed

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anything, it passes straight through ‘normal’ matter and as yet, has not been detected directly. All we can see are the ghostly affects of its mass on other bodies. Its very much there in one sense but in another its not there at all. One of Einsteins greatest leaps of original thought was to realise that gravity is the effect of mass on space time, that is to say, anything with mass puts a dent in space time (space time is a hard to imagine concept whereby space and time are inextricably linked - you can’t have one without the other so the two are intertwined creating a kind of ‘fabric’ - its useful to imagine a rubber sheet, any weight such as a snooker ball place on the sheet will deflect any object rolling across that sheet) and anything passing by will feel the effect of that ‘dent’. Gravity even effects light and enough of it will bend light much like a lens does. This ‘lensing‘ effect can be directly observed but again the effect seen and tested in many different areas of the cosmos is way more than expected - ten times more. Theres not enough room here to go into how we know this but this is what Google’s for right? It is now believed that all galaxies are surrounded by a sphere of Dark Matter which causes this exaggerated lensing effect and helps to hold the myriad of stars in place, affecting a constant procession

the known universe a wondrous network resembling a sponge or loofa is clear to see. Dark Energy is thought to be the culprit for this structure at the cosmological scale and the remaining 70% of the mass of the universe. Dark Energy acts in opposition to gravity - pushing everything apart. Absolutely nothing is yet known about Dark Energy but perhaps it can be imagined as like the energy of a vacuum? Gravity has a pull on objects proportional to the distance between them but weirdly, Dark Energy does the opposite - the more distance between massive objects such as galaxies the greater the effect, meaning that the universe is expanding at an ever greater speed in all directions. Imagine drawing spots on a balloon and then inflating it, every spot is moving away from every other spot, there is no centre, the space in between the dots just gets larger. To say the universe is very large is absurdly understating it, however I’m running out of space here and must wrap it up. For me the fascinating thing about science and the mission to understand the world around us is that ‘fact’ is a transient, illusory thing, ever changing and open to great leaps of imagining, far weirder than any sci-fi novel and far more exciting and liberating than dogma. Keep your minds open people, reality is not as it seems!

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BEHIND THE PILLARS OF THE COMMUNITY The Freemasons are sometimes seen as a dark and shadowy world, a modern day Illuminati, a group often viewed in the same way, yet who actually copied the Freemasons movement themselves. In an attempt to dispel myths we went behind the walls of the Temple and sent Nick Mollet to meet them and fill us in.

HERE are 570 active members of the Freemasonry movement in the Bailiwick of Guernsey. Their ages range from 21 to 99 but none are women. Freemasonry is bound by strict rules and regulations but has historically been linked to stereotypical images that it is secret, mysterious and sinister. The head of the Freemason movement in Guernsey - Provincial Grand Master David Hodgetts - spoke exclusively to Gallery and was keen to dispel some of the myths and allay any fears detractors might have.

Words Nick Mollet | Photography Etienne Laine

Can you give a brief history of freemasonry in Guernsey? 'Freemasons here in Guernsey came together to form the first Lodge, the Lily Tavern Lodge on 10 May 1753. The same year, Thomas Dobree was appointed the first Provincial Grand Master of Guernsey, Jersey, Alderney, Sark and Arme (sic). Various Lodges were formed and closed over subsequent years. The present Mariners' Lodge was warranted in 1784 and that is our Lodge with the oldest direct history,' said Mr Hodgetts. Can you dispel common-held but perhaps misguided myths that the freemasons organisation is perceived as secretive, mysterious and sinister? Is there anything to hide? 'We have been perhaps our worst enemies in that we have in the past kept our affairs

private. It is easy to confuse that with secrecy. The truth is, we have no secrets, but we do have symbolic secrets.' He explained that freemasonry took its origins from builders in the Middle Ages. The craftsmen would need to move from place to place to find work, whether it be building a castle, cathedral or other major construction. But how could the foreman tell if the applicant for a job standing before him was a skilled craftsman or a simple labourer? Those in the trade formed themselves into groups or lodges to overcome this. They then tested their members and entrusted them with signs and passwords to show their level of skill. As the opportunity for employment and the level of pay depended on these signs and words, they were closely guarded. GUERNSEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STYLE MAGAZINE

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'You might say they were kept secret. We are not operative Masons now, but we still entrust a person with signs and words as they progress from one level to another in Masonry. Thus they are symbolic secrets and we promise not to communicate them,' said Mr Hodgetts. 'There are all sorts of publications which claim to identify them and perhaps some are correct. I cannot for the life of me imagine why it is of any importance to the lay person if a word was winegums or fruitgums or whatever. No one would gain any advantage by knowing them. They are purely symbolic and are used only in the ceremonies. If someone started using the signs or words outside a ceremony, I would consider him to be a fraud. We have nothing to hide.' He added that anyone can call themselves a Freemason and there are organisations that say they are Freemasons. The United Grand Lodge of England recognises only those that follow the same strict rules and principles. 'We have no dealings with a lodge that is not recognised. They may be using it for political purposes or whatever. Anyone can call themselves a scout, but it does not mean that they necessarily hold the high ideals of scouting as we know it. Our aim is to help someone become a better person in society. There are many other worthy organisations that do the same,' stressed Mr Hodgetts. So have Open Days at the Masonic Temple in St Martin's helped to rid the organisation of stereotypical views and stigma and conspiracy theories previously attached? By opening doors are they demonstrating that they are not a secret society?

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'We are doing our best to dispel any views that see us as secretive or sinister. We have held three Open Days in recent years. They have attracted hundreds of people and I believe this has greatly helped explain what we do. I think many are surprised when we show them around the Masonic Centre, answer questions and clearly show there is nothing to hide,' he said. He has personally given numerous interviews and been happy to address any questions. 'Of course, I fully accept that there will be a small number of people who are sure they know better and that we are indeed some evil society, fooling the public. They claim to know that even though we have kings, princes, bishops and people from all parts of society as members, we are up to no good. I can assure you, world domination, or whatever these people think we are up to, is not on our agenda,' he told us. So are they keen for islanders to judge the society for themselves and dispel some of the myths on the island that they have something to hide and are merely an extension to the 'old boy' network and that secret handshakes are the norm? 'Perhaps people are unaware that the Freemasons are second only to the National Lottery in charitable giving. Here in Guernsey we raise about £50,000 each year at present for charity. This money comes from our pockets, we do not fundraise from the public. I do not claim that we are alone in this sort of thing. Other societies do charitable work. It would be good if our detractors took the charitable side into consideration.'

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'Perhaps people are unaware that the Freemasons are second only to the National Lottery in charitable giving. Here in Guernsey we raise about £50,000 each year at present for charity. This money comes from our pockets, we do not fundraise from the public’.

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In Guernsey the Freemasons have purchased a special tipper truck for Grow, a car and minibus for the WRVS (now the GVS) and made substantial donations to the likes of the Guernsey Cheshire Home and Channel Islands Air Search. 'I have just announced to the Brethren that we have raised £31,000 this year and are purchasing a car for St John and making a donation to train paramedics, who are vital to the island. Local charities are very important to us. In this coming year we will be raising money to support a number of smaller charities in the Bailiwick,' he said. But is the public perception changing and is the media to blame for the perhaps previously distorted image of freemasonry? 'I think the media has been very helpful in dispelling the fears. That is certainly my own experience. They have given me the opportunity to explain a little about Freemasonry. I am happy for people to judge us provided they know the facts. Certainly here in the Bailiwick we have few detractors,' he claims. How many people then are Freemasons in Guernsey? What are the pre-requisites and terms of entry? Are they rigorous and are

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there strict rules and regulations? Can women and people with criminal convictions join? Are members from a wide and diverse cross-section of the population of Guernsey and what are the age ranges?'We are a significant organisation in the Bailiwick, with some 570 members. Their ages range from 21 to 99. To become a member, you need a proposer and seconder who are prepared to vouch for you. There is a strict requirement to believe in a Supreme Being, a Creator of the Universe. We would look very carefully at anyone with a police record and only accept them if the offence was minor and happened a long time ago, for example,' stressed Mr Hodgetts. 'The person is questioned carefully to ensure that he is motivated to become a Freemason for the right reasons. He has to declare that he is not motivated by any thought that Freemasonry would somehow help him in business. If someone abuses their membership they can be cautioned or expelled, depending on the seriousness of the act. With the numbers of Masons in the world there are bound to be some bad eggs and they are swiftly removed. We only accept men, but there are women Masons and any woman

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that wishes to join should look on the internet where they will find details.' So what subjects are considered taboo at meetings - politics, religion et al? 'Our meetings are instructive and are followed by a meal where the fellowship is important. Just as is best at any dinner party, the subjects of religion and politics are avoided. These are subjects that can lead to heated discussions and even arguments and would mar the pleasure of the occasion,' he said. Freemasons are known for several symbols and rituals but what do they actually depict and mean? 'There are a number of symbols associated with Freemasonry, perhaps the best known being the square and compasses. In our ceremonies, or plays, we use building and the tools used by a builder to explain lessons. For example, a new Mason is described as the cornerstone of the building. The cornerstone is placed at the foundation and the whole building depends on it. The building develops from the cornerstone. The stonemason uses a chisel to remove the rough areas of a stone and crafts it and shapes it to make it suitable to be used in the building. We start our Masonic career as a rough block of stone and develop into something suitable for being part of the building. You can thus see that the Masonic symbols all represent something to us. The explanation of each symbol is explained as a Mason progresses,' And is there a requirement to believe in God? 'There is a requirement to believe in a Supreme Being, a Creator of the Universe. A very small number of people attack us for not being just Christian, but in many ways this is the huge strength of Freemasonry. It allows men from different

faiths to sit together as brothers. This dialogue can only assist in better understanding and in bringing people together in peace and harmony in the world. In 2011, the new Grand Master of Israel was a Greek Orthodox Palestinian Arab. I suspect that many people would be amazed, but it was perfectly accepted by Christians and Jews alike.' So do members help each other out if they encounter financial difficulties during their lifetime? 'We do support each other, just as friends support each other. This is not just a case of blindly handing out money, but rather concern and assistance when needed,' he said. The organisation sees itself as more than just a charitable one though. 'We are an organisation that provides fellowship and guidance on how to become a better person. That can only be good for oneself, for one's family and for the island. We learn our words for the ceremonies and this is a challenge to one's memory. Taking part and being essentially an actor in a play boosts confidence and helps any fears one may have had in speaking in public. I suggest this also helps the individual be a better person.' It has been suggested that posting a list of Guernsey's Lodge members on internet forums around election time could possibly contravene data protection laws. But is membership seen as private with no right to naming in public without approval and is encouragement made to make status known? 'I find it difficult to understand the fixation some people have in feeling they have a duty to publish the names of Freemasons. Many of us are openly proud to declare that we are Freemasons and this is becoming more the norm,' said Mr Hodgetts.

'I find it difficult to understand the fixation some people have in feeling they have a duty to publish the names of Freemasons. Many of us are openly proud to declare that we are Freemasons and this is becoming more the norm.

'It does, however, raise the point that some perceive that if he declares he is a Mason, a man is hoping he will receive some special treatment. If he does not declare it, then he has something to hide. It is something of a no-win situation.' He believes the publication of a list recently achieved very little as it was out-of-date and without addresses so fairly meaningless. 'If you print A.Smith and there are several, which is it? Why do these same people not also feel bound to find a list of members of the golf club and publish that? I think that the publication of a Masonic list around election time was rather sad and I am not sure reflects well on those who did it. I rather hope they have more important matters to consider.' Could there be a perceived conflict with some dual roles and the judiciary with members being perceived to be doing favours for fellow Freemasons? Should the likes of Judges be entirely open about their membership of all clubs and associations including Freemasonry? 'I do not see any conflict in being a Mason and carrying out your civil duties. Any Judge or any Jurat who finds he has a conflict in a case recuses himself. The conflict might be knowing the person from the golf club or indeed any society. The person might be a neighbour, or a relation. The person might have attended school at the same time.' 'The potential conflict does not arise because of some tenuous

connection but by knowing the person well enough that it could be a conflict. When such a conflict arises then the Judge or Jurat recuses himself. It has been declared illegal to ask people to state if they are or are not Freemasons. That is specific. It is not illegal to ask a person to identify all clubs, societies and so on of which he is a member,' he said. So is it an honour to be appointed Grand Master? 'I am immensely proud to be Provincial Grand Master. It is a huge honour to be appointed by the Grand Master, His Royal Highness the Duke of Kent, to lead this wonderful Province. I have now completed six years. My predecessors have included a Lieutenant-Governor, several Bailiffs and a Dean and I have a high standard to maintain. In my 43 years as a Mason I have made so many friends from all over the world. I have met and sat next to a king, a plumber, a doctor, a lawyer, a fisherman - indeed, men from all walks of life and from many countries..' The Province of Guernsey and Alderney is one of the smallest Provinces with 11 Lodges - but is vibrant and holding membership numbers. Islanders can make up their own minds on Freemasonry - but it is clear judging by talk on the island that whatever is said some will always be convinced that there is some kind of sinister or dark side to the movement. GUERNSEYâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S STYLE MAGAZINE

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POLYNESIAN PAMPERING words | Claud Falla

This is not in Guernsey, but how you might feel.

pulled up at Rachel’s Retreat on a fairly grey morning, enticed by the promise of sampling one of their most indulgent Thalgo body treatments inspired by ‘the pure white sands of Bora Bora’. Now I’ve been to Bora Bora and I’m a self-declared massage snob - yes I’ve been known to leave the room if I’m not enjoying it - so I feel I’m fairly qualified to review this one pragmatically.

Rachel’s Retreat, tucked away on Saline Road, is exactly that. I am greeted at the door by Rachel herself and at once feel comfortable in her cozy retreat, handily located right next to her own home. She started the salon three and a half years ago and now employs three additional members of staff offering a wide range of beauty treatments. I feel like I’ve been let into a little secret – and like all good secrets I instantly want to tell everyone I know. The treatment starts with an azure coloured waterbath where I sit and soak my feet in warm sea salts, chipped nail varnish, unshaven legs and all – the shame. I’m usually on top of these things but it’s that time of year when you start to cover up a bit more and I’m not going to lie - I’ve let things slip.

Our lovely therapist, Rachel.

The next stage involves a full body Exotic Island Body Scrub which you’ll be needing if, like me, you’ve enjoyed a deliciously long summer of tanning in the beautiful Guernsey sunshine and your colour is now fading as peachy white skin appears beneath. Blended from ‘pure white sand, sea salt, coconut shell and algo-nomoi’ (not even Google gave up a description on that last one) the scrub leaves my skin feeling wonderfully soft and smelling of sweet vanilla. After a quick shower we begin my favorite part of the treatment - the massage. Warm water pillows are placed under my head and legs. Hot, vanilla scented essential oils are lavished over my newly scrubbed skin as every limb is expertly pummeled and relieved of built up tension. I am zoning out into unconsciously relaxing, interrupted only by my internal dialogue of stifled laughter as Rachel massages my bum cheeks with two muslin bound balls of sand (the Polynesian call them Tuiponos) – the things we have to do to relax. Don’t judge me but I really enjoyed it. Rachel is not only a lovely woman but an exceptional therapist with over 20 years of experience. Did I feel like I was floating away on a lilo surrounded by the sounds and scents of Bora Bora? Not quite. Was I intensely relaxed and would I go back for more? Hell yes. I leave with the Thalgo glow, promising myself to shave my legs and get a pedicure so that I can face the cold Autumn days head on, knowing that underneath my layers of warm clothing and Ugg boots I am a silky smooth, vanilla scented goddess. Because sometimes it’s not how you look, but how you feel that’s important.

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APPETITE Where we’re from, it has an ‘e’.

Confusion Beware! We produce a food magazine name Appetite in other areas, hence the name we’ve always had for our Gallery food section. Another Guernsey magazine just published a food magazine called, uniquely, Appetit. A traditional Guernsey word? No. ‘appetite’ in Dgèrnésiais is ‘goût’. No wonder they loved our name. We’re sure their Appetit is very good, no prizes for originality though.

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EATING ON THE DARK SIDE OF TOWN WORDS | CLAUD FALLA

At Gallery we do not swap food for words. We book ourselves a table as regular customers, are treated like regular customers and pay our bill like regular customers. Therefore our review is founded in truth rather than swayed by the bias of free wine. It also means that we get to experience the same service as you, our readers.

ocated at the top of Tower Hill steps, a place steeped in legends of witchcraft and murder, any local restaurant would be hard pressed to discover a past as dark as that of Les Fruits de Moo.

Tower Hill is the site where many innocent women damned as witches lost their lives as they were burned on the stake. Guernsey is said to have convicted on average one witch every year for 150 years. This is not the worst of it. The most fabled witch killing is said to have taken place July 18th 1556 when an innocent mother and her two daughters were found guilty of heresy. Rumor has it that the three women were tied to stakes at the Tower Hill steps, and after a failed strangulation attempt were thrown into the fire - alive. Tragically one of the daughters was heavily pregnant at the time and as she fell into the fire her stomach burst open with the fall, releasing her baby into the flames. A bystander rescued the new-born and took him to the Bailiff, Hellier Gosseline, who cruelly issued orders to at once cast the boy back into the flames, condemning him as the offspring of a heretic.

Now that is dark. A memorial plaque dedicated to the three women Katherine Cawches and daughers Perotine and Guillemine can still be found at the top of Tower Hill steps. Les Fruits de Moo in contrast is a bright, warm restaurant and any negativity towards the area’s dark past vanished at the door as D and myself received a warm greeting from the restaurants welcoming staff. Unfortunately Moo were only serving their Tennerfest menu on the evening of our visit, which usually leaves me feeling dissatisfied and hungry, but on this occasion there were a refreshingly edible choice of dishes on offer. I started with the marinated steak skewers with peanut dipping sauce – fresh, flavor-some and light,

where as D chose salted, chili and garlic calamari – tender with a crisp breadcrumb. We followed this up with rump steak and good old moules frites. The rump steak was enormous and served with the accompanying announcement of ‘here is your cow sir’. With moules it’s all about the sauce for me, and therefore the frites must be crispy but soft enough to soak up some of the creamy liquid. Thankfully Moo pitched it just right. High fives to the staff, as they really were the highlight of our evening. Considerate, polite and friendly. Mid-way through a battle of wills with the rump steak, D required a rest - taking time to wonder in amazement at the delivery of a Coke ‘in a glass bottle!!’ (It’s the small things for D) – whilst our waiter politely enquired if sir was enjoying his food because he was not eating it? Although the wine list was small, and wines by the glass were limited to only two options, upon questioning our waiter made a recommendation to accompany our food – and we were not disappointed. I realised that we were in safe hands when we ordered two large glasses of wine and were informed that ‘we only do large wine’. And yes I am paying for it today, but what a great night we had! To say it was a miserable Tuesday evening the atmosphere at Moo was buzzing. People just kept on arriving, some sitting at the bar enjoying a few drinks whilst diners occupied the entire ground and first floors. The restaurant has a homely vibe, the décor isn’t much to shout about, but it’s clean and comfortable. By the time desert, profiterole and bananas in pyjamas, arrived I had to unzip my skirt a little – a useful trick I learnt from a good friend of mine with eyes similarly much larger than her stomach. Needs must ladies. I think that it’s fair to say that I was surprised how much I enjoyed our evening at Les Fruits de Moo. I’m not sure what I was expecting, but I will certainly be back when Tennerfest is over to try their a la carte menu and to hang out with their lovely staff. GUERNSEY’S STYLE MAGAZINE

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I realised that we were in safe hands when we ordered two large glasses of wine and were informed that ‘we only do large wine’. And yes I am paying for it today, but what a great night we had!

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Left: Discussing the design of the Spirit of Liberation eau de vie. Right: Jersey JEP’s Carly Lockhart was impressed by the dessert!

Every now and again it’s nice to treat yourself. Whether planned or impromptu, a meal out at a fine dining restaurant with friends is an excuse to eat, drink and be indulgent. If you’re taking it up a notch there is always the tasting menu with wines. The domain of date nights and gastronomic extravagance, a tasting menu coupled with vine grown companions enables you to really enjoy the full spectrum of the menu and the convergence of skills of both chef and sommelier. But wait, did you know there are also sommeliers for beers, ‘cicerones’ who help choose the best hop based friend for your starter, main, dessert or cheese? Last month Liberation Group and Bohemia’s Steve Smith combined their disciplines to help us test the concept.

was delicious and the cockles, mussels, caper & parsley blended with the IPA’s subtle flavours in the same was as wine maketh a Moules marinières. The dish was accompanied by a Liberation Craft Blonde. Fish with beer. I know. It works. When you consider that a light ale is refreshing in the same way that white wine is served, it makes sense.

We discussed the merits of the meal over a final course, a selection of British cheese served with a Liberation Ale. Beer and cheese are good friends. Don’t let the French’s wine and cheese mainstay put you off. Think ploughman’s, think German beer halls, think taste. The more polite of drinkers had several glasses left at the end of the meal. Not me. I made sure I got the full benefit of each of Liberation Group’s crafted delights. The pièce de résistance was the Spirit of Liberation eau de vie. The slender, clear bottle had been shining at us from aside its presentation box at the centre of the table all evening and our table mates

Far from seeming unusual, it seemed sociable and normal for the first drink to be a light ale. You might be thinking pints. That would be crazy.

There are some that no doubt feel a beer is best served alongside a late night food choice. The depth and variety of beer available mean that characteristics should be matched to all manner of food groups, not just pie or chips. Liberation Group’s Pat Dean introduced the evening to assembled attendees and outlined the group’s ambitious and rewarding journey over the last few years including the development of their Liberation 140 and Spirit of Liberation Eau de Vie. The invitees that attended for the evening event were already onside with a Liberation Ale in hand as we were led through to Bohemia’s upstairs dining room.

By the time the main course was served I was definitely on side already. Beef and beer are more regular bedfellows but add Bohemia magic to the equation and the braised beef made with Mary Ann Best Bitter was to die for. The rich flavour was partnered with smooth creamed potato & delicious vegetables. The latter a nod toward healthy eating within a decedent menu. The main was served with a Mary Ann Best Bitter. I’m not ordinarily a bitter drinker but it seemed fitting on this occasion and I thoroughly enjoyed it and could probably have had another.

Far from seeming unusual, it seemed sociable and normal for the first drink to be a light ale. You might be thinking pints. That would be crazy. With each course came a tasting volume glass (more like a half) of the appropriate elixir to accompany the food. Our starter was a delicious halibut that Steve Smith had cooked with Liberation IPA Veloute. The veloute

I’ve had wine matching menus a few times. Not regularly, but enough to know that I like them but often feel almost beaten by the time dessert arrives. Not the case today. Our Bitter Chocolate Tart was accompanied by a unique Liberation 140 ice cream and cherries dowsed and treated to a little Liberation 140 of their own. Bitter chocolate tart, at Bohemia. Need I say more?

were keen to both sample and discuss its inception with the experts who sat with us. I was just keen to taste it. It feels like cheating the accepted norms of life in some way to get away with having several beers and finishing the meals with a shot at one of the island’s best fine dining restaurant. No funny looks, no disapproval just a happy crowd, all of whom left the evening with Liberation Gift Tube. I’ve not opened mine yet. My Dad might get it for Christmas as it’s a perfect easy present win. There is talk of the beer matching menu being available as an event again in the near future. There’s also the inclusion of locally produced Martinis, made with Spirit of Liberation heading our way soon. Look out for news of upcoming events in Gallery soon.

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CHRISTMAS MENU STARTERS MENU CHRISTMAS STARTERS Deep fried brie and port reduction

Deep fried brie and port reduction STARTERS Smooth Chicken Chicken liver liver Parfait,home home baked baked brioche brioche Smooth Parfait, Deep fried brie and port reduction Spiced chicken chicken wing wing and and Sweet Sweet chilli chilli salad salad Spiced Smooth Chicken liver Parfait, home baked brioche Crab bisque, bisque, granary granary bloomer bloomer Crab Spiced chicken wing and Sweet chilli salad Leek and and potato potato soup soup Leek Crab bisque, granary bloomer Salmon and and skate skate wing wing terrine terrine with with orange orange dressing dressing Salmon Leek and potato soup Salmon and skateMAIN wing terrine with orange dressing MAIN COURSES COURSES

(v) Homemade Soup of the Day (v) Goats cheese panna cotta, roast cherry tomatoes, red peppers and basil pesto Ham Hock, Caper and Parsley Terrinecream, servedrocket with pickles and bread browncrisps bread Smoked Mackerel pate, horseradish salad and (v) Goats cheese panna roast cherry tomatoes, red peppers and basil pesto Bruleed Chicken livercotta, parfait with toasted Brioche and caramelized onions Smoked Mackerel pate, horseradish cream, rocket salad and bread crisps Home cured Gravadlax, Dill Blinis, watercress and caviar crème fraiche Bruleed Chicken liver parfait with toasted Brioche and caramelized onions Home cured Gravadlax, Dill Blinis, watercress and caviar crème fraiche

Main Main

Traditional roast Turkey and all the trimmings Roast Rib eye of Beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, mixed vegetables and gravy Traditional roast Turkey and all the trimmings Roast Breast of Guinea Fowl, wild mushrooms, butter beans and smoked bacon, garlic mash Roast Rib eye of Beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, mixed vegetables and gravy Luxury Fish Pie served with greens in a light mustard and cheese sauce Roast Breast of Guinea Fowl, wild mushrooms, butter beans and smoked bacon, garlic mash Pan-fried Salmon tournedos, Asparagus risotto, poached egg and hollandaise sauce Luxury Fish Pie served with greens in a light mustard and cheese sauce (v) Tomato, Aubergine and Basil Bake topped with Mozzarella served with Boathouse Salad Pan-fried Salmon tournedos, Asparagus risotto, poached egg and hollandaise sauce (v) Tomato, Aubergine and Basil Bake topped with Mozzarella served with Boathouse Salad

Traditional Roast RoastTurkey, Turkey,sage, sage,apple apple and and Traditional MAIN COURSES onion stuffi stuffi ng and and all all the the trimmings trimmings onion ng Traditional Roast Turkey, sage, apple and Game pie, pie, winter vegetables vegetables and and scallion scallion mash Game onionwinter stuffing and all the trimmingsmash Game pie, winter vegetables scallion Rosemary and Parmesanand Crust Cod,mash Rosemary and Parmesan Crust Cod, basil crushed crushed potato potato and and lemon lemon cream cream basil Rosemary and Parmesan Crust Cod, basil crushed potato and lemon cream Pheasant Supreme stuffed withApricots, Apricots, Pheasant Supreme stuffed with Hand cut cut chips chips and and smoked smoked bacon bacon jus jus Hand Pheasant Supreme stuffed with Apricots, SalmonHand wellington, Dauphinoise potato and herb oil oil Salmon wellington, Dauphinoise potato and cut chips and smoked bacon jusherb

Dessert Dessert

Sticky Toffee pudding and banana ice cream Winter Fruits poached in mulled wine served with vanilla ice cream Sticky Toffee pudding and banana ice cream White and poached Dark maltinChocolate Cheesecake and Mintice cream Winter Fruits mulled wine served with vanilla cream Tiramisu topped with Coffee sauce Anglaise White and Dark malt Chocolate Cheesecake and Mint cream Warm Christmas Pudding andsauce Brandy Sauce Tiramisu topped with Coffee Anglaise Cheese and biscuits, red onionand marmalade and celery Warm Christmas Pudding Brandy Sauce

Salmon wellington, Dauphinoise and herb Baked aubergine, tomato and andpotato mozzarella tian oil Baked aubergine, tomato mozzarella tian Baked aubergine, tomato and mozzarella tian SWEETS SWEETS

Christmas pudding, pudding, brandy butter butter cream cream Christmas brandy SWEETS Mulled Apple crumble, crumble, Guernsey Vanillacream ice cream cream Mulled Apple Vanilla ice Christmas pudding,Guernsey brandy butter MulledSelection Apple crumble, Guernsey Vanilla ice cream Selection of of British British cheese, cheese,biscuits, biscuits, chutney, celery celery and and grapes grapes chutney, Selection of British cheese, biscuits, Chocolate Yule log, log, white chocolate sauce chutney, celery and grapes sauce Chocolate Yule white chocolate Chocolate Yule log, white chocolate sauce

Cheese and biscuits, red onion marmalade and celery

£18.95 LUNCH LUNCH AND AND EARLY EARLY DINNER DINNER & & £22.95 £22.95 DINNER DINNER £18.95 Reservations 728969, theswaninn@cwgsy.net £18.95 LUNCH AND EARLYtheswaninn@cwgsy.net DINNER & £22.95 DINNER Reservations 728969, Reservations 728969, theswaninn@cwgsy.net

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Sunday to Thursday Lunch £14.95 Dinner £17.95 £17.95 Sunday to Thursday Lunch £14.95 Dinner £17.95 £22.95 Friday & Saturday Lunch £17.95 Dinner £22.95 Friday & Saturday Lunch £17.95 Dinner £22.95

Starters Starters

winter fruit fruit chutney chutney Chicken and foie gras Parfait, warm buttered toast, spiced winter Chicken and foie gras Parfait, warm buttered toast, spiced winter fruit chutney croutons (V) (V) Tomato and Bail Soup with cheddar cheese croutons Tomato and Bail Soup with cheddar cheese croutons (V) and Port Port Jelly Jelly (V) (V) Toasted Almond coated wedge of Brie, Red current and Toasted Almond coated wedge of Brie, Red current and Port Jelly (V) dressing Prawn and Apple Cocktail, Marie-rose dressing Prawn and Apple Cocktail, Marie-rose dressing

Main Main Courses Courses Baked salmon salmon and and spinach spinach in in pastry, pastry, seasonal seasonal greens, greens, lemon lemon butter butter sauce sauce Baked Baked salmon and spinach in pastry, seasonal greens, lemon butter sauce Buttered smoked haddock haddock on on sun sun blushed blushed tomato tomato and and chorizo chorizo risotto, risotto, dressed dressed rocket rocket and and parmesan parmesan salad salad Buttered smoked Buttered smoked haddock on sun blushed tomato and chorizo risotto, dressed rocket and parmesan salad Plum tomato tomato and and basil basil tart tart glazed glazed with with goat’s goat’s cheese, cheese, seasonal seasonal leaves leaves (V) (V) Plum (V) Slow braised braised lamb lamb shank shank with with caramelised caramelised root root vegetables, vegetables, parsnip parsnip mash mash Slow mash

Sweets Apple and and cinnamon cinnamon crumble, crumble, vanilla vanilla ice ice cream cream and and custard custard Apple Chocolate and and black black cherry cherry Christmas Christmas yule yule log log Chocolate

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Edibles in The Valley

WORDS : CLAUD FALLA | IMAGES : ETIENNE LAINE

During the past decade foraging has nestled itself firmly into our popular culture. Highlighted by the growing successes of TV chefs such as Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall and Heston Blumenthal who have both written and filmed on the subject, as well as an array of outdoor survival experts, all firmly jumping on the band wagon heading towards a back to basics style of living. Whether this resurgence stems from a renewed interest in where our food comes from or due to increased environmental and economical responsibility - foraging fever has taken over. Rummaging in the wilderness for consumables has become cachet internationally as we pursue the overlooked bounty of nature in ditches, meadows and backyards. Many of London’s finest eateries proudly feature an array of hand-picked ingredients as they become the inspiration for a new generation of taste combinations. Guernsey’s unique micro-climate provides islanders with some very interesting, although sometimes slightly confusing, foraging material. Head Chef James Harvey from The Valley Restaurant at Fermain Bay Hotel has kindly offered the services of one of his top Sous Chefs, Richard Keating, to take Gallery in search of some edible delights. Richard Keating is a well-qualified guide and walking food encyclopedia after working in London’s renowned Hix restaurant. As well as undertaking several training courses, part of his daily duties at Hix included 2-3 hours of searching for and picking enough produce each day to feed an entire restaurant located in one of London’s busiest eating districts.

Hi Ho, Hi Ho, it’s off to forage we go

Richard has been given ownership of the foraging activity at Valley Restaurant and with over 300 edible species in Fermain Valley it is rich pickings. “Some chefs can become stuck in their ways. James lets me show him things he doesn’t know about to evolve the food we create. And hopefully people like it.” He explains to us that our seasons in Guernsey are slightly ahead of those in the UK, by approximately 2 months, with plants more likely to appear twice during the season meaning that his daily walks down through the valley are often full of surprises. Armed with nothing more than a plastic tub Etienne, our intrepid photographer, and myself follow Richard into the undergrowth of Fermain Valley. Almost immediately we chance upon a large wineberry bush, penny wort, alexanders, and are tempted into sampling the bitter lemony flavour of wood sorrel and it’s eyewatering flowers. I ask Richard what his opinion is on this revival of a back-to-basics food sourcing approach; “Some chefs can become stuck in their ways. James lets me show him things he doesn’t know about to evolve the food we create. And hopefully people like it.” We try hedgerow garlic to prove that it doesn’t stay on your breath like regular garlic. Apparently chefs put it through their dishes at the last minute to add some final flavor, for example it is used in The Valley’s hedgerow mayonnaise. We pass by elderberries, picked en masse to pair beautifully with game dishes like partridge come Christmas time, and further down the valley, close to the shore to find sea beet, sea radish, and samphire – surprisingly it has the taste and texture of a carrot!

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1 When embarking on your foraging career be careful not to eat too much of any one thing. Moderation is the key as your body will not be used to digesting these plants. Eat 1 – 2 things separately, go slow and let your body adapt. 2 Do some research into what to look for before you go out. Get a book with coloured photography and details so that you can easily identify what you have found.

I begin to realise that where we might see weeds, Richard sees dinner. Walking back up the valley away from the shore he points out little clumps of sheep sorrel, sandfire seeds for use dried on top of breads, swathes of water celery thriving in the pools of a small stream, and sea beats - an alternative to cabbage. With such bountiful supplies available The Valley are able to use them as the basis on which to devise a variety of dishes on both their daily and seasonal a la carte menu. Head Chef James explains, “We devise menus to emphasise the natural ingredients we use as much as possible. Foraging in the valley means that our dishes are as local as it gets and you can’t be more seasonal than using what is growing on your doorstep that day.”

Do not pick any mushrooms. Just don’t. Only pick what you are likely to eat, leave some for the rest of us! Leave the area you are picking from undisturbed. Do not pick items located in dangerous places, e.g. cliff faces. Do not disturb the homes of small animals. Or big ones. Be creative – find some edible treats to push your cooking. Enjoy yourself!

KNOW YOUR PLANTS

James is taking this philosophy one step further later next year with the launch of a new tasting menu in May, which takes its inspiration directly from foraging in the local area.

I think the appeal is the accessibility of food that grows right on people’s doorstep. It’s available for everyone you just need to realise that it’s there. “We are hoping to showcase the variety of naturally occurring ingredients Guernsey has to offer, and to educate people on what is both seasonal and local. We are really looking forward to launching the new menu and showing the island exactly what we are capable of.” After a delightful day in the valley, a slightly worn out (yes Fermain Valley is very steep) Etienne and myself are lucky enough to sample one of the restaurant’s most delicious deserts; a blackberry and apple cheesecake topped with local wood sorrel. Our taste buds finally bear witness to the cunning flavor combinations that can be achieved, as the sorrel brings out the sweetness of the cheesecake and sour punch of the blackberries. The result – a dish both clever and very delicious.

Wood sorrel

Water celery

Seabeet

Alexanders

Pennywort

Sheep sorrel

Elderberries

Hedgerow garlic

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... Now for the dessert VALLEY BLACKBERRY AND APPLE CHEESECAKE RECIPE Baked Cheesecake filling 758g Philadelphia Cheese 225g Sugar 40g Corn Flour 1 Lemon Zest 4 Eggs 26ml Egg Yolk 95g Sour Cream 2 punnets of blackberries Icing sugar to taste Mix all ingredients in food processor. Bake in a tray lined with greaseproof paper @130 for 30 - 35 minutes until set then chill. Beat cooled mixture in food processor until smooth and light, chill in fridge for 6 hours.

Oat Biscuit Crumb ½pkt digestive biscuits 100g porridge oats 150g melted butter 2tsp honey Mix together then bake for 6 minutes @160. Allow to cool and break into a crumb Blackberry Puree 2 punnets of blackberries icing sugar to taste Blitz blackberries in a blender adding icing sugar to taste Garnish with whole blackberries and wood sorrel

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eter Port, Telephone: 700061 - manager@theboathouseguernsey.com

CH EFS P E AKCHRISTMAS MENU

mas menu £19.95 lunch, £23.95 dinner Starter

STARTERS (v) Homemade Soup of the Day Deep fried brie and port reduction , Caper and Parsley Terrine served with pickles and brown bread AS IT’S OUR DARK ISSUE WE ASKED OURSmooth FOODIE ChickenFRIENDS, liver Parfait, home baked brioche ese panna cotta, roast cherry tomatoes, red peppers and basil pesto Spiced chicken wing and Sweet chilli salad WHAT HAS BEEN THEIR DARKEST MOMENT IN THE KITCHEN? Mackerel pate, horseradish cream, rocket salad and bread crisps Crab bisque, granary bloomer hicken liver parfait with toasted Brioche and caramelized onions Leek and potato soup ured Gravadlax, Dill Blinis, watercress and caviar crème fraiche

Salmon and skate wing terrine with orange dressing

Main

MAIN COURSES

Traditional roast Turkey and all the trimmings f Beef, Yorkshire pudding, roast potatoes, mixed vegetables and gravy inea Fowl, wild mushrooms, butter beans and smoked bacon, garlic mash sh Pie served with greens in a light mustard and cheese sauce on tournedos, Asparagus risotto, poached egg and hollandaise sauce ine and Basil Bake topped with Mozzarella served with Boathouse Salad

Chris Radford Dessert

Traditional Roast Turkey, sage, apple and onion stuffing and all the trimmings Game pie, winter vegetables and scallion mash Rosemary and Parmesan Crust Cod, basil crushed potato and lemon cream

Andy Clarke

Christies Sticky Toffee pudding and banana ice cream nowith dark moments Fruits poached inThere mulledhave wine been served vanilla ice cream in my career, otherwise would ite and Dark malt Chocolate Cheesecake and IMint cream notwith be doing doing and Tiramisu topped Coffeewhat sauceI am Anglaise would just stay my girls. Warm Christmas Pudding and home Brandywith Sauce Cheese and biscuits, red onion marmalade and celery

Fleur Du Jardin

Pheasant SupremeJames stuffed with Apricots, Harvey Hand cut chips and smoked bacon jus Fermain Valley Hotel Salmon wellington, Dauphinoise potato and herb oil

I’ve had staff cut themselves badly

We had a powercut in the middle of service at Christmas and had to cook by candle light!

on atomato meat slice, one guy wetian had to Baked aubergine, and mozzarella

get the ambulance quick. He was off work for a month! SWEETS

Christmas pudding, brandy butter cream Mulled Apple crumble, Guernsey Vanilla ice cream Selection of British cheese, biscuits, chutney, celery and grapes Chocolate Yule log, white chocolate sauce £18.95 LUNCH AND EARLY DINNER & £22.95 DINNER Reservations 728969, theswaninn@cwgsy.net

Neil Maginnis

Stamatis Loumousiotis

La Fregate Hotel

The OGH and The Duke of Richmond Hotel.

A few years ago, half and hour before a full service Guernsey lost power, we couldn’t use our gas oven, plus we had no light so the kitchen was really dark. Our first table were served our best salad and sandwiches! An hour later the menu electricity was back Christmas and service went well.

2013

The darkest hour for any chef, is when you suddenly have a power cut. Watching the lights all cut out, and knowing that you have to carry on as normal, whether it happens in the middle of breakfast service or when preparing for a gala dinner. This is a true test of any chef.

Sunday to Thursday Lunch £14.95 Dinner £17.95 Friday & Saturday Lunch £17.95 Dinner £22.95

Starters Chicken and foie gras Parfait, warm buttered toast, spiced winter fruit chutney Tomato and Bail Soup with cheddar cheese croutons (V) Toasted Almond coated wedge of Brie, Red current and Port Jelly (V) Prawn and Apple Cocktail, Marie-rose dressing

Mariusz Cybula Les Douvres

Mike Pesrin Main Courses Le Petit Bistro

Cooking on two electric hobs When I was Chef Du Partie the salmon and spinach in pastry, seasonal greens, lemon butter sauce in the old kitchen to a Head Chef atBaked the time walked out full restaurant. and left me to finish service.

Tony Leck The Pavilion

Almost loosing a finger whilst chopping, and power cuts which you can never foresee.

Buttered smoked haddock on sun blushed tomato and chorizo risotto, dressed rocket and parmesan salad Plum tomato and basil tart glazed with goat’s cheese, seasonal leaves (V) Slow braised lamb shank with caramelised root vegetables, parsnip mash

Sweets

Castel, Tel: 25

Apple and cinnamon crumble, vanilla ice cream and custard Chocolate and black cherry Christmas yule log Trio of cheese, spiced tomato chutney

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Early Dinner £20.00 - Lunch Dinner £25.00 Book your table on 726624

Starter Seafood Cocktail, Marie Rose Dipping Sauce Chestnut, Roasted Butternut Squash & Bramley Apple Soup –v Game Terrine, Toasted Brioche, Cranberry & Red Onion Chutney Baby Beetroot Salad, Walnut Rolled Goats Cheese, Micro Herbs –v Chicken Liver & Foie Gras Parfait, Poached Red Cherries

Main Five Nuts, Cranberry & Gruyere Roast, Festive Trimmings, Orange Gravy –v Roasted Turkey Breast, Classic Festive Trimmings Crispy Pan-Fried Fillet of Sea Bass on Chorizo and Crab Meat Risotto, Lemon Drizzle Plate of 3 Little Pigs: Maple glazed Belly Pork, Pork Fillet and Ham Hock Bon bon Salmon & Baby Spinach En Croute, Tarragon Butter Sauce, New Potatoes Marmalade Glazed Chicken Breast, Mash & Roasted Root Vegetables

Dessert Trio of Cheese, Biscuits, Chutney Chocolate Fudge Brownie, White Chocolate Ice Cream

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Christmas in Christies private dining room Canapé Menu - £12.50 per person Canapés Turkey, Apricot & Pine Nut Spring Rolls Sweet Potato & Goats Cheese Spring Rolls, Cranberry Dip -v Lemon, Thyme & Balsamic Chicken Bites Thai Chilli Crab Cakes, Mango Salsa Sea Salted & Chilli Squid Cones Fig Bites with Blue Cheese, Watercress & Red Currants -v Quail Scotch Egg, Splash of HP Sauce Smoked Salmon Blini, Sour Cream & Chives Bruschetta with Brie, Walnut & Rocket -v King Prawn, Avocado Nori Rolls, Pickled Ginger Sweets Mini Mince Pies, Cinnamon Clotted Cream Chocolate Brownie Bites, White Chocolate Topping Millionaire Chocolate Shortbread BECAUSE QUALITY MATTERS

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Wine Tasting

AT THE CROWN CLUB

WORDS | RUPERT WILLIAMS

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Wines

Blanc de Mer {South Africa} Chablis les Classic {France} Tiki Rosé {New Zealand} Chocolate Box {Australia} Valpolicella Ripasso {Italian}

our score 8/10 7/10 6/10 7/10 8/10

Winemaker Peter Finlayson once said “ Winemaking is a sport, intermingled with a bit of instinct and art. Poetry is also required. All these facets are strongly influenced by the paradoxes of climate and weather.” This could not be better experienced than by an invitation to visit the new Tasting Room at The Crown Club, in The Old Government House Hotel. On arrival in The Crown Club we were led downstairs by our host, Gino, to the private tasting room. The newly renovated room has a sumptious and comfortable atmosphere, and was totally unobtrusive. Wonderful surroundings for a private and discreet wine tasting experience, ideal for entertaining friends or clients, beautiful wines were presented in style with appropriate canapes to compliment the chosen wines.

Tasting Room pricing Wine and/or whisky tasting starts from £55.00 per head and you may choose from the following:

• Wine tasting - includes 5 wines - tapas and cheese • Whisky tasting - includes 5 whiskys - tapas and cheese • Wine / whisky tasting - includes 3 wines, 2 whiskys

Canapés

selected to accompany each wine

Baguette slices with fois gras terrine and fig pureé Salmon roll with cream cheese and wasabi Anchovies, roast peppers, sundried tomatoes and rice chips Mini tarts with goats’ cheese and herbs Mini tarts with mini chicken salad

Gino talked us knowledgeably through the selected bottles, starting with a chilled South African Blanc de Mer moving onto a Chablis les Classic, then a New Zealand rosé. We then moved onto a rich red from south Australia’s Barossa Valley culminating in a Valpolicella Ripasso. Our experience was one of colonial elegance, refinement and total relaxed enjoyment. We marked the wines out of 10 and would recommend you sample a wine or whisky tasting experience for yourself at The Crown Club.

Gino (on the right) showing us a £3,700 bottle of Petrus - spoil sport wouldn’t open it.

As they say “Life is too short to drink bad wine”. For more information call 01481 738526 or email crownclub@theoghhotel.com

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t is always refreshing when new ideas are brought to our Island. Although we are already home to a range of property agents, Wiltshire Property is promising a fresh yet simple approach. Ruairi O’Neill, the team’s latest addition, offered to show me around one of the most exclusive addresses in their portfolio and one of Guernsey’s unique new developments at Le Petit Fontaine; No. 2 Infinity Views. The house is one of four terrace style town houses developed by the Infinity Group earlier this year and on the market for £1.25M. Built against a backdrop of a green fields, blue sea and vast sky, these homes have proved to be hugely popular.

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At first glance, one is immediately struck by the buildings outstanding design and structure. It incorporates communal green areas with visitor parking situated at the front and sympathetic to their surroundings, the use of natural materials is in perfect harmony with the landscaped gardens and façade. The front porches have been designed using wood and stone giving each property a sense of individuality and they form a welcoming greeting area. The house comprises of a basement, consisting of a secure and spacious double underground garage and separate utility room. On the ground floor, as you enter the main door, a large entrance hall greets you, followed by a fourth bedroom with ensuite shower. Follow the grand entrance into a sleek, architect designed kitchen, fully fitted with stylish Miele appliances. Bifold aluminum doors open out onto a decked area and private garden, revealing a rolling meadow and breathtaking panoramic views of Herm, Sark and beyond. The solid-wood staircase to the first floor leads to through to a glass lined walkway which compliments the natural flow of light, abundant throughout No.2 Infinity Views. A further two bedrooms are positioned towards the front aspect of the building along with shared shower room, featuring the luxury Hansgrohe bathroom appliances and fixtures that are standard throughout. Towards the rear aspect of the house is a sophisticated living area, complete with an integrated ceiling-mounted sound system, fire pit and a beautiful terrace balcony that presents the stunning sea view in even more glorious high definition.

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he second phase of the luxury 32 apartment and penthouse development in St Julian’s Avenue, St Peter Port, has been launched as construction enters its final stages. The developers of One St Julian’s Avenue are three quarters of the way through the project, which will be completed in May 2014. Roofing works are well under way and the installation of the roof structure has started. The acoustic render coat to the internal party walls is almost complete in the new build section and work on the levelling screed and internal partitions is under way. Window installation is due to commence later this month. Plumbing/mechanical and electrical work to the basement car park, namely ductile iron pipework, sprinkler installation, and incoming mains supply, is almost complete. First fix services are presently being installed in the corridors and are being fed into the apartments. The roof structure to the existing building is almost complete and the roofing works will commence shortly. Once this is completed the canopy will be dropped. Internally the timber floors are in, and damp proofing work is almost complete. Work to the wall linings has commenced, and the replacement timber windows are due to be installed later this month.

Up again to the top floor, travelling under the bespoke natural skylight, where an impressive master suite has been designed, nestled into the timber-lined eves of the roof space, complete with rebated balcony. This room also hosts one of the many highlights of the property – a gigantic walk-in wardrobe and clothing space, complete with central island shelving and storage, copious hanging compartments and of course, a large shoe display case. To top it off, the open plan ensuite bathroom features a spectacular standalone bath, giant double sink and an extra large Hansgrohe shower system with resting step. Subtle engineering techniques such as under floor heating and recessed storage, paired with tones of mushroom, cappuccino, warm greys and creams have been used to soften lines and grand wall space, to create a luxury canvas primed for any family or professional couple. The impression you are left with upon visiting this property is the uncompromising high specification finish that has been achieved. This is an intelligent build incorporating modern living with warmth and charm - so often lacking in minimalist design. And let’s not forget, it also has some magnificent views.

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Externally the large existing granite wall as been cleaned and repointed and the scaffolding dropped in the large, central feature courtyard which also boasts plenty brick arches and facades to create the warehouse character of the development. Most of the terraces have been formed and landscaping works will commence within the next month. Orders have been placed for the kitchens and bathrooms. The installation of these elements is due to commence in early November. Floor coverings and wall and floor tiles will be ordered within the next couple of weeks. The next event of interest will be the dismantling of the tower crane, which is the largest seen in Guernsey for many years. This is due to take place in early December. Once this has been removed the remaining floor voids will be in-filled. The cupola to one of the open market penthouse terraces will then be moved into position. So keep an eye out! Number One – At a glance

- 32 prestigious luxury apartments in the heart of St Peter Port - 29 Local Market apartments and three Open Market Penthouses - Historical building, contemporary development - Fibre optic broadband in all apartments - Full furniture packages available providing ‘ready-to-go’ apartments - Ideally located close to the financial sector and amenities - Comes with a 10 year Latent Defects Insurance Guarantee

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BURGHFIELD HOUSE Castel | £1,900,000

A simply stunning family home offering uncompromising family space, renovated and extended throughout with great flair and attention to detail. The notably spacious and light ground floor accommodation comprises hall, truly impressive kitchen/dining/family room with bifolding doors to the garden, utility, snug, sitting room, cloaks and shower room. The first floor landing opens to four bedrooms (one of which is en-suite) together with a family bathroom. The second floor boasts a decadent master bedroom suite with dressing room and luxurious en-suite. Externally, the West facing garden enjoys end of day sun with granite laid terracing, lawns, detached garaging and a brick paved carriage drive to the front offering extensive parking. Livingroom. 01481 233008

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Castel | £599,000

La Rouge Cheminee is a fabulous semi detached cottage, full of character and original features and situated in a quiet lane in the centre of the Castel parish. Beautifully maintained, this house offers welcoming open plan living along with a sheltered private south west facing garden.

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St Sampson | ÂŁ845,000

This substantial Victorian property has been beautifully maintained and offers all of the attributes one would expect from this type of period home. The well presented and spacious accommodation provides four double bedrooms and four reception rooms. An added benefit is the detached chalet which has great scope to create a separate unit for various uses. Externally there is a lovely rear landscaped garden, vegetable garden and ample parking to one side. The property is conveniently situated in a central location close to local schools, beaches and village amenities and benefits from attractive agricultural views to the rear. This heritage protected property offers any growing family the perfect opportunity to purchase a substantial, period home in a sought after location. Property Link. 01481 245165

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Castel | ÂŁ650,000

This beautifully presented detached family home is situated in a perfect location to enjoy the west coast beaches and convenient local amenities. The property is kept in immaculate order throughout and boasts impressive living space, as well as four bedrooms, parking, garage and gardens. Shields. 01481 714445

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move you Owen Lee, Relationship Manager, Premium Banking & Retail Mortgages, leads a dedicated team at NatWest supporting homebuyers through the mortgage process. Owen answers some of the commonly asked questions by potential buyers. What is happening in the market at present? Our experience is that there are signs of a recovery in the housing market. Homeowners are being more realistic when pricing their properties for sale and that is helping and so too is the consistently low level of interest rates. The announcement from the new Governor of the Bank of England that he doesn’t intend to raise interest rates until unemployment in the UK is below 7 per cent which he believes will not be until 2016, is another boost for the mortgage market. Customers can consider a mortgage knowing that there will be no immediate upturn in interest rates affecting their monthly payments. As a potential buyer, what should I be looking for from a mortgage provider? Flexibility and local knowledge are two critical factors for customers to consider. NatWest is able to offer a more personal service, holding customers’ hands through the process and offering tailored packages that take into account customers’ individual financial situation. Islanders are looking for providers who can offer a one-stop-shop approach, packaging important aspects such as home insurance, life insurance and critical illness cover together.

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We both own our place at the moment but we are thinking now is the time to buy together, what should we do? In the first instance, I would recommend getting in touch with your lender. There are different mortgage schemes to consider including Fixed Rate and Trackers and we can outline those and discuss the most suitable for you. Generally NatWest will lend five times a joint income, though there is some flexibility depending on individual circumstances. If you are looking to lend more than £250,000 at NatWest you will automatically qualify for the Premium Banking service team whereby you will receive an enhanced relationship managed banking service. Buying a property will naturally be a major decision and I’m concerned about whether we can afford it. How can the bank help us through the process? We want to understand your financial position and so we will help compile a monthly budget planner showing a surplus income over expenditure, from which we can assess whether the surplus will meet a monthly mortgage payment, taking into account that some funds may need to be set aside for unforeseen costs and interest rate rises at a later date. Even if you have purchased before, it still important to be reminded of the range of costs involved from the various insurances you will need, the legal and valuation fees, and the repayment costs. We will work with you to see whether a mortgage is affordable at this time, or we can work to help you achieve your future goal of owning a property.

We own our own home but we were wondering about buying a second property as an investment. Can the Bank help with that? Our range of mortgage schemes also includes a buy-to-let scheme for those wishing to buy a further property for rental purposes. It is important to consider the longer term costs which may include paying agency fees to find a tenant, redecoration and furnishing costs, for instance, and again we can discuss these issues with you. How long does it take to get a decision on a mortgage application? We pride ourselves on a quick turnaround and we would anticipate giving an applicant a decision on a mortgage application within four working days. If I am interested in buying a property, what should be my first step? Definitely come and talk to us. We are open for business and with signs that the housing market is picking up, we are ideally placed to talk you through the process and help you every step of the way. Even if you know that you are unlikely to meet the required criteria at present, do not be disheartened; we recommend you talk to your lender, as they can assist in getting your finances into good shape.

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It turns out that developing ones own photos in a dark room is a dying art. Which when you think about it is a bit sad. We spend all of our time on computers, shouldn’t there be some kind of transition of mediums between data inputting spreadsheets from real life art? Traditional photography is a very different skill to the digital type I’m informed. It’s very difficult to even compare the two; it has been likened to comparing painting to photography. Luckily for students at Grammar School they get to try both types and have not only an enormous dark room in which to practice the skills of traditional photography, but also a dedicated and enthusiastic teacher in Miss Carr. I digress; this article is not about the diminishing art of traditional photography. This is a glance into the private world of one very interesting year 13 student, a little lady called Bianca Rondell who is currently

studying for her photography A-level at Grammar school, and her passion for using the school’s dark room. This is my first visit to a dark room and although the red light makes me feel slightly nauseous at first and the chemicals catch at the back of my throat, as I watch Bianca at work, painting on developer and rhythmically rocking trays of fluid back and forth as she moves her image along the chain of colour processing chemicals, I begin to understand how she feels about this room… “I did GSCE photography on a whim because there was nothing else I was really

interested in. Then my Dad bought me a Canon camera and I began to get really into it. Now I’m doing photography as one of my A level choices and it’s my favorite subject by far. I like taking photos of flowers and natural objects; I’ve recently been working on a series of images focused on dream catchers which are mean to display how we look through objects, plus they are really pretty. Since the weather has turned bad I can’t shoot outside as much and I’ve had to concentrate on developing my portraiture skills. I find that much harder because you have to involve other people, it’s not just me and my camera anymore. Using the dark room was one of the mandatory aspects of our course, so everyone had to try it. I’m the only one who now uses it regularly now though, no one else likes it - maybe it’s the red light

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or the smell of the chemicals. Sometimes I feel inadequate for not using a more modern computer based approach but I’m a traditionalist at heart and I have to stay true to that. Plus I’m not a natural on a computer; being in the dark room makes me feel more like an artist since I can use my hands to channel my creativity. It’s a bit like a space ship when you walk through the double cylindrical doors into the room. You have to knock twice to enter or leave so that you don’t ruin anyone’s work by accidently letting light in. When I’m in there I feel safe. It’s like being inside a cocoon. You get used to the red light and the potent smell after a while. The quietness is comfortable not the empty sort that needs filling. And it’s peaceful, I feel really calm working in there.

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I DON’T KNOW WHY I FEEL SUCH AN AFFINITY WITH IT, OTHER THAN IT’S A SPACE WHERE I CAN JUST BE ALONE BIANCA RONDELL I don’t know why I feel such an affinity with it, other than it’s a space where I can just be alone. Grammar is a busy school and there aren’t many places where you can just switch off and enjoy your own space. I love it, I get creative and have a bit of fun - just me and my photos.” For those who wish to enquire about studying A Level photography at Grammar School please contact Caroline Carr on c.carr@grammar.sch.gg or call the school directly on 01481 256571.

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POLISHED TO PERFECTION Surface Polished Plaster offers a wealth of expertise in the creation and application of decorative and polished plaster finishes. Polished plaster traditionally originates from Italy and Morocco and it has been Steven’s vision to introduce this beautiful handcrafted finish to the homes and offices of Guernsey. Polished plaster is an adaptable finish with the appearance of polished stone and can be tinted to any colour. It can be used in a traditional or contemporary setting and so many different situations from bathrooms to office foyers. The results are both functional, stunning, seamless and beautifully organic!

FLOS LIGHTING OFFER AT LOOP If our Dark issue has got the better of you then light up your life with Flos. This designer lighting company are wellknown for their clean lines and minimalist designs, their lamps, of yesterday and today, never fail to be serious about their sense of play and irony. We looked Flos up, and got a little bit carried away with the stunning stylish lighting. Their

website also happens to be flush with very handsome, european chic’ designers , not only do we like the look of them, we’d also like them to come into our homes and make everything sensational. Whilst its a shame they don’t seem to offer that service, you can take away a little piece of their indelible style and sprinkle your home, garden or office with it!

Loop are offering Guernsey customers 15% discount on Flos lighting until the 8th November 2013!

BONSAI! Bonsai have a shiny new showroom! Split over two levels, the lower of which showcases their world of interior decorating ideas, then venture up to the mezzanne level where their dedicated display of timberframes await. Timber is at the heart of everything at Bonsai and welcome the chance to mix timber with unusual and exotic materials such as glass, leather, metals, resins, concrete and composites. Thus they have recently joined forces with Timber Windows, recognising the same passion for quality and meticulous attention to detail and offering complete solutions for every conceivable style of home. Due to their cutting edge design and engineered construction using the finest hard and softwoods

available their products will not warp, twist or rot and require very little maintenance. The range includes windows (casement, sash and tilt/turn varieties), plus doors, lots of doors, in front, French, stable, patio, bi-fold and stable configurations. Premium quality aluminium-clad variants of each are also available. High levels of insulation and security ensure there is no need to sacrifice beauty for comfort, these are hardwood double glazed doors and windows with no compromise - sash windows are rattle and draught free and casement windows retain their perfect fit for many years. We’ve got a soft spot for the pretty sash windows!

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Stone Tech can help you choose the perfect product for your project whether for a small one off project to a major development. Their stone fabricators use the finest quality brand name stone products available in Guernsey, guaranteeing long-lasting counter tops that are as durable as they are attractive. Stone Tech are the proud owners of a Breton NC 250 CNC machine with the latest software on the island. The new software opens up a whole new market of cutting and specialist production of headstones, house name plaques, shower trays and almost any custom shape, as long as its no bigger than 2.7 metres by 1.4 metres. For more information please call 01481 242223 or email stonetechgsy@hotmail.com www.stonetechguernsey.co.uk

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MG Flouquet & Sons

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Wisdom

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Queen, Coldplay, U2

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Shawshank Redemption

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Golf trip to the Algarve

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Time with my family, a pint and sports

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Still single but under pressure!

Q: Tell us what inspired you to start your own business? I’ve always had a passion for cricket and working with wood, I remember needing a new bat and looking around and realising how expensive bats were and thought I might as well make my own, and gave it a go. I’m proud to now be able to provide a great product at a fraction of the price of the major brands. Q: What did you do prior to starting the business? I still run my Carpentry business, Gary Rich Carpentry, alongside my bat making, the two dovetail nicely and link my professional skills and sporting passions. Q: Did that teach you any lessons that helped you succeed? Obviously my craft is working with wood and many of those skills have transferred to bat making nicely , however I still had to learn. I’m largely self-taught and sharing knowledge with other bat makers is how I continue to improve whilst experimenting all the time. Q: What is the toughest lessons that you have learnt since starting your own business? The major challenge has been having enough bats in stock to meet demand, things have gone really well since starting and its keeping control which is the main challenge.

Q: Do you have any funny stories from your business? Watching former Island Captain and the main ambassador for the brand Stuart Le Prevost attempting to take a few shavings off the back of his bat in my workshop. It gave me confidence that I really was a Podshaver (proper name for a bat maker ) compared to what I saw in front of me! Q: What are your plans for the future? Take it as far as I can, moving into pads, gloves and other equipment whilst expanding the workshop and developing the company profile, I plan to bring out two new models for 2014. Q: What advice would you give to would be entrepreneurs? Like any advice, you’ll have more knock backs than takers, have a dream, stick to it and stay with your business. A little about your business here... I first started bat making some years ago, had a break and in 2012 decided I wanted to get back into it. The business is building nicely. I’ve been featured in cricket magazines and the bats have received glowing reviews. A number of the Guernsey team are using the bats and I’m exporting to the UK, South Africa, Jersey and Sark. Some people in Australia are showing interest and the website has had hits worldwide including Afghanistan! www.gr7cricketbats.co.uk GUERNSEY’S STYLE MAGAZINE

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Clive Fenner, MD of Norman Piette & Jennifer Webster winner of 2013 IoD Management Shadowing Awards.

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Deloitte has appointed Alison Vine, a specialist in private client and trust taxation, to join its offshore taxation compliance and advisory team.

Grammar School student Jennifer Webster has been named winner of the 2013 Institute of Directors (IoD) Management Shadowing Awards.

Alison will be based in Guernsey but her role will cover Deloitte clients in Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man. Alison has been working in private clients and trust taxation since 1989. During that time, she has helped private clients, trustees and beneficiaries deal with the major changes to offshore and onshore taxation regimes that impact offshore trusts, their associated entities and settlors/beneficiaries. “I am delighted to welcome Alison to our team,” said Jo Huxtable, partner in charge of Deloitte Offshore Tax. “Alison’s knowledge of the market and wealth of experience in the offshore sector will help to enhance our service offering to our clients. The tax environment is becoming more challenging with increased scrutiny of the tax affairs of structures and individuals from overseas tax authorities. With Alison’s appointment, we have demonstrated our continued commitment to providing clients across Guernsey, Jersey and the Isle of Man with a distinctive service comprising high quality specialist advice and in-depth knowledge and understanding of our clients’ issues and opportunities”.

The awards were held at the Duke of Richmond Hotel on 16 October and Jennifer was one of ten shortlisted finalists. Here she presented a warm, insightful and humorous account of her time shadowing Clive Fenner, Managing Director of timber and builders’ merchant Norman Piette. Each presentation was judged by the IoD Management Shadowing panel comprising Brooke Kenyon, consultant at Orchard PR; Joanna Watts, IoD Guernsey committee member; Alex Rodger, chairman of Collas Crill; and Debbie Smith, Executive Director at KPMG in the Channel Islands. During her presentation, Jennifer highlighted that the key to being a good manager lay in strong communication and people skills. She recalled how, despite the snowy February weather during her time shadowing Mr Fenner, he still found time to chat to staff about their families and football as well as work-related matters. The scheme, sponsored by KPMG in the Channel Islands in both Guernsey and Jersey, provided around 60 students with the opportunity to gain valuable managerial skills and business insight, by shadowing managers from a wide range of local organisations. The other shortlisted candidates were Rebecca Burton, Jordan Cameron, Jade Goracy Kevin Hainsworth, Sam Hale, Nicole Hewlett, Cameron Homer, Lauren Ogier, Laura Prikule. During the evening each student made presentations to the judging panel, representatives from shadow companies (which included Aztec, Betley Whitehorne, Guernsey Cheshire Home, Guernsey Post, HSBC Private Bank, JT, Mercator Trust, Norman Piette, PwC and Standard Chartered) and their parents and guests. Each student discussed the experiences they had witnessed with their respective organisations. The IoD in Guernsey has been running the scheme annually for a number of years and welcomes the participation of companies and students who wish to gain valuable work experience. Mrs Smith was pleased to see another successful conclusion to the scheme. “KPMG is proud to partner with the IoD as a long-standing sponsor in such a relevant and meaningful initiative. Even though as a judge it is so difficult to decide on a winner, it is also inspiring to see such talented young people taking part in the scheme,” she said.

Alison became a Chartered Tax Advisor in 1993 and was a founder member and a former Chairman of the Guernsey branch of the Chartered Institute of Taxation. Alison is also a member of the committee of the Guernsey Association of Pension Providers and advises on offshore pensions. “Deloitte has a global reputation for technical excellence and outstanding client service excellence, which are qualities I value highly. I’m looking forward to working with my colleagues to deliver the highest quality advice to our worldwide client base,” said Alison Vine.

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Richard Hill is new chairman at Aztec After chairing the Aztec Group for ten years, Non-Executive Chairman, John Boothman, stepped down at the end of September. John has played a significant role in guiding Aztec’s executive through a sustained period of growth from just five clients and 20 staff in 2003 to over 40 clients and 170 staff across the Group’s five offices today. At the same time the Group’s assets under administration have grown from $2.6billion in 2003 to in excess of $70billion today.

The Guernsey Finance board, assembled in the classic five a side football team formation (+sub)

Guernsey Finance appoints three new Board members Guernsey Finance has appointed Guernsey’s former Chief Minister Deputy Lyndon Trott, Commerce & Employment Chief Officer Jason Moriarty and its Chief Executive Fiona Le Poidevin to the Board. The appointments follow the announcement that Mike Brown, Chief Executive of the States of Guernsey who was a founding Director of Guernsey Finance, would be stepping down from his post next year. Jarrod Cowley-Grimmond has also left the Guernsey Finance Board after departing from his role as the States of Guernsey’s Director of Finance Sector Development to return to Australia. Fiona Le Poidevin has joined the Board in order to improve the cohesion of Guernsey Finance and in recognition of her significant contribution to its activities since she was appointed as Chief Executive last year. Mr Brown and Mr Cowley-Grimmond have been replaced by Deputy Trott and Mr Moriarty. Miss Le Poidevin is an additional appointment to strengthen the Board. Deputy Lyndon Trott is a former Treasury & Resources Minister and was Chief Minister of Guernsey from 2008 to 2012. Additionally, he has a wealth of experience in the finance sector in the UK and emerging markets, and is currently a non-executive director of several companies, undertaking a diverse range of financial services including banking, fiduciary and fund administration. Mr Moriarty has been the Chief Officer of Commerce & Employment since September 2012 and is the former Director of Marketing and Tourism in Guernsey. He has a long and successful track record in marketing Guernsey to other jurisdictions – not just as a tourist destination, but as a place to do business.

Aztec Group’s CEO and Co-Founder, Edward Moore, commented ‘We are all extremely grateful to John for his commitment to the Group over the past ten years. John has a vast wealth of knowledge and experience in the finance industry and has played a significant part in the success of the Aztec Group.’

Richard Hills takes the chair at Aztec

Richard has been a Non-Executive Director of the Aztec Group for three years. Richard is based in Guernsey and is a director of three UK LSE listed investment trusts and a shale gas exploration company which is quoted on AIM. He is also the Chairman of a private potash exploration company operating in continental Europe and acts as the investment advisor to the Lord Hanson Charitable Foundation. Richard spent a number of years undertaking directorship roles at Henderson Administration PLC before moving to Aberdeen Trust PLC where he was Chairman of the Investment Committee and Head of UK equities. Richard commented ‘I am very much looking forward to my new role as NonExecutive Chairman at the Aztec Group. Over the past three years I have worked closely alongside John Boothman on the Aztec Group Board and am confident that under my tenure the Group will continue to go from strength to strength.’

Miss Le Poidevin has been the Chief Executive of Guernsey Finance since July 2012. Fiona is a Chartered Accountant and has a wealth of senior experience in financial services in both the UK and Guernsey. Jim Gilligan, Chairman of Guernsey Finance, said: “The Board is extremely grateful for everything that Mike, one of the architects of Guernsey Finance, and Jarrod have done. The appointment of Lyndon and Jason to the Board will bring significant additional experience and expertise to the table and will provide great support for Fiona and her team on relationship-building, promotion and marketing in our most important markets. Fiona’s appointment to the Board is a testament to her contribution over the two and a half years and will strengthen its cohesion.” Deputy Kevin Stewart, Minister for Commerce & Employment and a Board Member of Guernsey Finance, said: “Jason and Lyndon’s knowledge and experience will be extremely useful at a time when the challenges and opportunities for our finance sector are perhaps greater than ever. I have worked closely with both of them in recent months, and I know that they will provide insights and expertise to support Fiona and her team.

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Oi, Oi. Paul Luxon, Non-Executive Chairman, Peter Grange, Managing Director, and John Merrien, Strategic Consultant, with the agency’s 1959 BMW Isetta Bubble car.

hen we met Peter Grange last month he was excited. Not only because his agency, Oi, has just undertaken its biggest expansion yet but also because there are new small car acquisitions in the pipeline. Whilst the agency is now the biggest in the Channel Islands, it’s Peter and his team’s love of big ideas and effective marketing campaigns that rings through.

When the agency set up in a show of ambient media as ‘Offshore’ in 2004 it was the ambient media crop circle and subsequent press coverage that won awards. However, it was the inclusion of a real Mini car in the office that caught clients’ eyes and was the shape of things to come. We’ve enjoyed watching Oi as they’ve developed. The daily changing quirky email footers amuse us and their weekly email about marketing is one of the few that’s not been marked as trash. As we visited their Guernsey office earlier this month (they have one in each fabulous Channel Island these days, and are planning one in London soon) we were drawn to the combination of classic and modern that make up the unique profile of the agency. This month’s recruitment news follows that theme, bolstering the Oi head count to 20 with both old masters and fresh new talent. The decades of experience come in the form of Chartered Director Paul Luxon, who has been appointed as Non-Executive Chairman of Oi and John Merrien, who has taken up the position of Strategic Consultant. “Throughout my professional business career across the Channel Islands I have worked with some global iconic brands such as Coca-Cola, Champagne Bollinger, Carlsberg, and many more, so marketing, advertising, profiling and promotion have been at the heart of my work,’ Paul told us. “I love brands and the creativity around them. Joining Oi as Non-Exec Chairman allows me to work with a progressive company that is focused on developing big, commercially effective ideas for its clients…and that’s very exciting.”

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Chartered Accountant and Company Secretary, John Merrien will be working alongside Paul and Peter Grange, Oi’s Managing Director, on strategy, structure, change and business planning for the agency as it focuses on its next stage of growth in the Channel Islands (particularly Jersey) and London. “The opportunities for growth at Oi are tremendously exciting as the company grows both internally and geographically into new markets” said Mr Merrien. “My core mandate is to work with the board to preserve the personal touches clients expect and the freedom of thought displayed by staff at ‘small Oi’ while scaling the business into tomorrow’s larger pan-jurisdiction agency.” In addition, Oi has recently made other significant new hires across its marketing, creative and digital teams following major account wins. Caity Hutchison has joined as an Account Manager in Oi’s Jersey office from global advertising agency network BBDO where she managed the Johnsons & Johnsons account in South Africa. With a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Law and Media, Caity also has a Post Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Advertising Communications. She has an excellent understanding of consumer insights, brand strategy, and strong campaign management skills. Experienced graphic designer Stuart Noel has also joined the Oi Jersey creative team having worked in the industry for over a decade. Oi will be moving to larger Jersey offices in the next month to allow for its next stage of growth in the island. Sean Davidson has joined as a Senior Developer in Oi’s Guernsey office from Sure Mobile. With over 10 years development expertise including advanced web systems programming, application and e-commerce development, Sean will be working on large e-commerce projects for the agency’s clients. Ania Karwowska has also joined the Guernsey team as a Digital Project Manager having gained significant digital marketing expertise in the financial and leisure sectors. She will be working closely with Oi’s development team managing website, e-commerce, application development projects, email and social media campaigns. Julia Webber has been promoted within Oi to Operations Manager coordinating the

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smooth running of the agency’s offices, HR, systems and processes. The appointments follow Oi’s continued success locally and in the UK, including being the retained agency for Canaccord Genuity Wealth Management, Mourant Ozannes, Moore Stephens, The Royal Yacht Hotel, Airtel-Vodafone, THAI Airways UK, and Shangri-La Hotel, At The Shard, London, to name a few. As an Institute of Practitioners in Advertising (IPA) accredited agency, adopting the latest techniques, adhering to the highest industry

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Being invited to join the Board of Oi at this time of exciting growth and development for the company is a delight. As an experienced Chartered Director with long standing involvement in marketing campaigns for SME's and Listed entities, it will be fascinating to see how Oi develops over its next growth phase. Marketing is at the heart of every companies trading success, Oi recognises that and likes to 'stand out from the crowd' delivering innovation and exciting messaging. Busy people like being busy, and down time with family makes that busy-ness worthwhile.

Paul Luxon

Non-Exec Chairman

The words 'creative' and 'accountant' seldom sit comfortably together however this is exactly what I strive to bring to the table at Oi. I am Managing Director of Books & Company Limited, Chartered Accountants and am very pleased to work with Oi to provide them with accountancy, management consultancy and corporate governance advice. When my head isn't buried in the numbers, I enjoy sailing, scuba diving, kayaking, windsurfing, fishing and sea swimming basically my wife and I are addicted to the seas around our coast.

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Over the last three years, I’ve worked on marketing campaigns across finance, entertainment, leisure, hospitality and art industries all over the globe. I enjoy intercultural interactions and travelling. I live a fast paced lifestyle and I like my work to be the same, challenging and exciting. My guilty pleasure... ballroom dancing.

Ania Karwowska Digital Project Manager

I’m a self taught web developer with 13 years experience, having worked for companies such as Specsavers and Cable & Wireless. Over the years I’ve developed a fetish for touch typing and pretty code (Pink brackets are the best!). Outside of office hours I can be found playing with boxes that go beep and programming my son.

Sean Davidson Senior Developer

Recently arriving from South Africa, I have traded in the African sun and look forward to the opportunity to pursue a career at Oi and settle into Jersey life. It is exciting to be starting at an agency that is continuing to grow and create great work, both in Jersey and on an international level. I have an Undergraduate Degree in Law and Media from the University of Cape Town and a Post-Graduate Diploma in Marketing and Advertising Communications from Red

and Yellow Advertising School. My previous experience includes; account management on global FMCG, Alcohol and Retail brands and predominantly Johnson and Johnson. I have recently completed a Digital Certificate in Digital Marketing and always try to grow and improve both professionally and personally. As David Ogilvy once said, ‘Never stop testing, and your advertising will never stop improving.’I enjoy trying new things, cooking, photography, travelling and I like to think I am a budding surfer, water temperature dependent.

Caity Hutchison

Account Manager, Jersey

I enjoy all the challenges of being a designer. The strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities I have help me to translate clients goals and objectives into engaging designs through many mediums. I have been in the industry for 5 years now and prior to joining the Oi team I attended the University of the West of England to complete a foundation art course before returning to the rock to pursue a career in the creative industry. I began working for a local printing company as a graphic artist before moving on to a small design and advertising studio as a graphic designer.

Stuart Noel

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An Audacious achiever JASON SHAMBROOK SPEAKS TO OLIVER NIGHTINGALE

SWIMMING IS PRETTY MUCH A NECESSITY IF YOU FALL INTO WATER OR GO ABROAD TO TENERIFE ON A PACKAGE HOLIDAY. IT IS ALSO A SPORT THAT HAS BEEN AROUND SINCE PREHISTORIC TIMES WITH THE EARLIEST RECORDING OF SWIMMING DATING BACK TO STONE AGE PAINTINGS 14,000 YEARS AGO.

ou can do it to keep fit, socially or to win a World Championship! There are various distances and styles that competitors work towards and numerous competitions run throughout the year. To be the best requires dedication, commitment and perseverance.

This month’s challenge pits me against Guernsey Swimmer, Oliver Nightingale. I have been looking forward to this swim off with Ollie, I even purchased a pair of Dorito swimming trunks today Ollie is a very keen sportsman and can put his hand to anything really but lists Cricket and Swimming as his two main passions. As

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a cricketer he is looking to break into the national team on a regular basis and hit two 100’s last summer and as a swimmer he has been swimming for as long as he can remember. He has just started work at PWC as a trainee accountant. Now I don’t understand swimming, let’s face it you don’t see fish going for a walk do you? I had a go at swimming to France the other week, got half way through and thought “forget this, I’m never going to get there.” So I turned round and swam back. I have just painted a large blue square in the garden to trick people viewing Google Earth into thinking I have a swimming pool! Enough of the poor swimming jokes, let’s get down to business. We arrived at Beau Sejour Swimming Pool at the incredibly early hour of 7.30am, which is when you’re

likely to find Ollie putting himself through his paces. I start one end, Ollie the other, I do one length, Ollie does two lengths and winner takes all. On your marks, get set, GO! I have made about 4 metres when I catch sight of Ollie going past me on his first length. I made a further 5 metres before Ollie had gone past me and ended on 13 metres before Ollie had won the challenge and completed 50 metres. I removed myself from the theatre of conflict and limped breathlessly to the changing rooms, it was time to distance myself from the physical side of things and ask Ollie a few questions.

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HOW DID YOU FIRST LEARN TO SWIM? “IN THE BABY POOL AT BEAU SEJOUR WITH MY ARMBANDS!” HOW DID YOU FIRST GET INTO THE SPORT? My parents got me involved and some of my friends were going. I made more friends and really enjoyed it so I started competing at 12 years old. HOW DID YOU FIRST LEARN TO SWIM? In the baby pool at Beau Sejour with my armbands! WHAT HAS BEEN YOUR BIGGEST SWIMMING ACHIEVEMENT TO DATE? I recently attended the Island Games in Bermuda where I picked up a Gold in the Men’s relay and a Bronze in the 1500m. WHO HAS BEEN THE BIGGEST INFLUENCE ON YOUR SWIMMING CAREER? It would have to be Alison Frankland. She has always been there since the start and is very understanding.

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IN TERMS OF TRAINING, GIVE US AN IDEA WHAT THE PROGRAMME FOR A SWIMMER LOOKING TO COMPETE IN A COMMONWEALTH GAMES WOULD LOOK LIKE? I would say that 12-13 hours per week in the pool and 2-3 gym sessions would suit me as a distance swimmer but a sprinter might spend less time in the pool and more time in the gym. I HAVE CONSTANT BATTLES ON THE FIELD OF PLAY WHEN I PLAY INDOOR CRICKET AGAINST LEE SAVIDENT WHICH I USUALLY END UP GETTING THE BETTER OF, IS THERE ANYONE THAT YOU RACE AGAINST THAT SEEMS TO KEEP GETTING THE UPPER HAND AGAINST YOU? I always win! Miles Munro is very fast and between us a lot comes down to how we perform on the day.

WHEN YOU SWIM CAN YOU SEE THE SWIMMERS NEXT TO YOU? Yes you can, but the trick is to have them behind you! WHAT DOES THE FUTURE LOOK LIKE FOR OLLIE NIGHTINGALE THE SWIMMER? I would like to make it into more Island and Commonwealth Games competitions and get more Golds! My real goals are to get onto the team for the Gold Coast in 2018 and before that to Glasgow.

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IT’S A MOD THING Tour de France winner and Olympic medallist Sir Bradley Wiggins flew into Guernsey last month to launch his official Opus book and help raise money for charity.

On Saturday, Sir Bradley made a surprise visit to Guernsey FC, whose progress he has followed with Team Sky’s Guernsey born physiotherapist Dan Gullemette. Whilst the Green Lions didn’t manage a win against Billericay Town the spectators enjoyed a half time Q&A session with the man himself on the pitch.

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races and take part in a ‘Guernsey Rides for Bradley’ fundraising event that was organised in support of two local charities – Male Uprising in Guernsey and Headway Guernsey. Sir Bradley signed autographs, started the races and handed out prizes before doing a short Q&A over the PA.

amused with stories of his ever growing scooter collection, the most recent an Italian Lambretta SX 200, a very rare model given to him by the Fred Perry clothing group (pictured above). He has many rare scooters in his collection but doesn’t get as much time to ride them as he would like.

Sunday’s wet weather didn’t put off the hundreds of cycling fans who lined the seafront to watch velo club junior and elite races and take part in a ‘Guernsey Rides for Bradley’ fundraising event that was organised in support of two local charities A few of the Guernsey Imperial’s Scooter Club braved the wet weather to meet Wiggo on their Italian Lambretta and Vespa scooters, unfortunately the weather was so bad that the only picture they could get was one inside the Boathouse on the seafront and not on the scooters. Wiggo kept them

Some of the Guernsey Imperials Scooter club pictured with Sir Bradley.

A glamorous gala dinner saw the famous cyclist being interviewed by ITV’s Chief Cycling Correspondent Ned Boulting, which gave the audience an honest and fascinating insight into the Tour win. Top photographer, Scott Mitchell also joined the pair on stage to talk through some of the photographs in the Opus book. A charity auction raised money for the Bradley Wiggins Foundation and also Male Uprising in Guernsey.

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THIS MONTH’S THEME FOR THE MAGAZINE PRESENTED A CHALLENGE FOR ME, IN THE SHAPE OF CHOOSING WHAT COULD BE CLASSIFIED AS A “DARK” GADGET. COULD IT BE SOMETHING AS SIMPLE AS BLACK GADGETS, OR WOULD I HAVE TO FIND WHAT ONE EDITOR WORRYINGLY DESCRIBED AS GADGETS USED TO “MAIM OR INJURE” SOMEONE. VERY DARK INDEED. However, as this dilemma plagued my mind into the early hours of the morning, whilst I was kept awake by the sounds of blaring music from down my corridor and the horrendous case of sleep apnea that could quite literally be heard through the walls from my neighbor, I realised that the darkest thing in the world, darker even than Kanye West’s twisted fantasy, is the nighttime. And when does the night seem darker than when you are staring at the

alarm clock, mentally calculating that you have exactly 3 hours till it rings, if you fall asleep instantly. So this month I have chosen to write on gadgets that will help the poor souls who, like myself, suffer nightly from a lack of sleep, and partly for the bosses and teachers of those people who have to put up with constant moaning from tired staff and students.

DREAMMATE SLEEP INDUCER

This little device doesn’t look like it will do much to cure irregular sleeping patterns. In fact, it doesn’t look like much more than an interesting fashion statement. However, for anyone that finds it difficult to maintain a regimented pattern of sleep and rest, this little, watch-like machine is absolutely perfect. When worn on your left wrist, the Sleep Inducer stimulates 3 acupuncture points that send messages to the brain making you feel tired enough to drop off instantly.

PHILIPS LIGHT THERAPY WAKE-UP LIGHT

There is only one fact more certain than Einstein’s laws, and that is that waking up to bright light after a long sleep is the most distressing experience that someone can have. However, waking to complete dark is no more fun, guaranteed to cause earlymorning depression or even to send you back to sleep. Thus, the age old problem for man has been finding the right light in which to wake. Philips, however, have done the impossible, and made waking up an enjoyable experience. The solution? It’s simple. The Light Therapy Wake-up Light works as an alarm, emitting a very dim light to begin with, gradually increasing the brightness every 7 minutes, gently waking you up in the same way sunlight does. The only disadvantage to the £130 alarm (despite the price) is that if you do happen to sleep through the majority of the cycle, waking to the brightest light is comparable to waking up with spotlights in your eyes.

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The Dreammate needs to be worn for about 30 minutes before you intend to go to bed, so it’s not exactly an ideal gadget for those that intend to drop straight into bed from work or partying, but it seems perfect for those quiet nights at home when Channel Four start showing the “early morning classics”. It seems too good to be true? You’re probably right. According to many reviews online, the Sleep Inducer in fact uses torture of the wrist as a technique to send you to sleep. Apparently, “the only pro of this device is the ability to return it”. Therefore, this is not recommended for the weak of heart, or wrist, and should most likely be used as a last resort, especially given the price tag of roughly £45.

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LIGHTPHORIA 10,000LUX ENERGY NIGHT LAMP

For the frequent traveller, changing bed times and early rises can wreak havoc with the body. Seeing the sun set before you’re even ready to relax and watch TV can be unsettling for some, and they need those extra few hours of sunlight before they’re ready for sleep. This extra sunlight, difficult to come by when the moon is out, can be provided by one simple gadget, the Lightphoria 10,000LUX Energy Night Lamp. Simply draw the curtains, shut off the lights, and switch on the 72 LED lights, which emit a smooth, sunlight-like glow around the room. With varying intensity, you can set your room to appear like anything from a gloomy winters day to the cabin of a spaceship orbiting the sun itself. Jet lag never has to be a problem again if you’re willing to spend the £45 to create artificial sunlight.

Cast your mind back to August, when the sun was out and it stayed light till gone dinner-time. The days were joyous, and the nights were, to borrow a term, frabjous. But then came the time for bed. The time when no amount of fans, open windows and nakedness could stop your bedroom becoming the temperate equivalent to the gates of hell. Gone were the days you could climb into bed safe in the knowledge that every side would be the cool side of the pillow, and the sheets wouldn’t stick to you like glue. Even now, in the dark, chilly, winter months, it is impossible to find the right temperature in bed. Two duvets is too many, and only one leaves your body in a rigamortis-like frozen state in the morning. However, now there is a new way to make sure that whatever the weather outside, your bed will be the perfect temperature. The ChiliPad from Chilitechnology is a pad that you put on top of your mattress, and with duel controls for both sides of a double bed, allows you to control the exact temperature of your bed, meaning you can be safe in the knowledge that climbing in at night will be the best part of your day. This security does come at a price though, with the ChiliPad costing nearly $250.

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The Nokia Lumia 1020 Forget professional photographers. Once you hold the brand new Nokia Lumia 1020 in your hands, you will be a professional photographer. Suddenly you have top of the range imaging tools right at your finger tips, enabling you to capture some incredible shots. With a staggering 41-megapixel sensor, you get extremely sharp images, along with advanced editing tools and a wide variety of options for sharing photo memories with friends and family. There is no doubt you will be amazed. Unbelievably, the 1020 has six lenses and a six times optical zoom, meaning you have the ability to zoom in to your shot after you’ve taken it, up to six times, without losing any quality. You can review, edit and share the resulting images in a variety of ways on this 32GB phone. Or if you prefer, you can just use the Auto mode and let the camera do the hard work for you! As well as this, Vyclone syncs, edits and mixes uploads from multiple sources to create your very own masterpiece. Just point your phone, shoot, and record. Vyclone does the rest. The result? Your mixed video collage is ready to share across the whole world. Windows Phone 8 lets you quickly launch apps and see updates with Live Tiles. Keep all your messages, emails and social networks from your friends in one place. And don’t worry about losing anything on the Nokia Lumia 1020. Safely backup your photos online and share them easily with others using SkyDrive.

NAPANYWHERE Sleepless nights inevitably lead to tired days, and tired days mean sneaking in naps wherever you can. It’s all fine and easy finding places to sleep at school or in the office, but what about when you’re on the bus, or in a place without suitable napping facilities? You could always carry around a travel-pillow, but nobody wants to be that person that pulls a pillow on public transport. No, there’s only one gadget you need for aroundthe-clock napping ease, and that’s the new Napanywhere neck support/head rest. This handy disc-shaped support is roughly the size of a Frisbee, and folds

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out to provide a perfect frame to rest your head anywhere and everywhere. All you need is a functioning shoulder, and the ability to be completely ambivalent to embarrassment, and the world is your napping oyster. It’s true, it’s not the most stylish piece of equipment, and there’s no doubt strange and confused looks will be thrown at you from all angles, but at the point when sleep is the only thing that can make you feel human again, who really cares what people think? £30 pounds may seem pricey for a small, flexible disc, but then who are we to put a price on beauty sleep!

The Nokia 1020, which uses Qualcomm dual-core 1.5 GHz processor phone is 4G ready and has up to 19 hours talk time, so you can chat to friends all night. Whether you want to work on Office documents, play Xbox games against your pals, or become an expert photographer, you are sure to fall in love with this incredibly smart phone. Come and visit us in the Sure store today to try out the new 1020, which is available free on selected plans from Sure.

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JT Smart (RRP £79) – FREE when you top up just £50 JT Smart XL (RRP £149) – FREE when you top up just £99 The JT Smart has all the great features you’d expect from a Smartphone including an Android operating system, built-in Apps, camera, video recording, along with instant access to the Internet and all your favourite social media sites. With the JT Smart XL you can enjoy all of these great features and more, with it’s supersize 5” touch screen, upgraded 5 MP camera and 4GB of internal storage! What makes both of these JT Smartphones stand out from the crowd is their Dual SIM capability, which means they can hold TWO SIM cards – perfect for if you’re at university in the UK, or when

The one on the left may be smart, but the one on the right is extra-large to boot... you’re travelling as you can have your JT SIM and either your UK, or JT Travel SIM operating at the same time. That means you’ll never have to worry about which one you’re using, or fiddle around and swap them over thanks to JT’s design innovation.

The best part is, the JT Smart and JT Smart XL are FREE this Christmas when you top up on JT Pay as you go! So why not treat yourself, a friend or a loved one to a brand new Smartphone? Get yours from the JT Store today.

GIMMIE AN S, GIMMIE A C…

Hannah Jacques is more well known in Jersey but as a homegrown Channel Island superstar DJ she’s played on Radio1 and loves her tech. - That’s why Airtel-Vodafone have made her a Brand Ambassador - this month she looks at the iPhone 5S and C I was given two iPhones to review for this edition. The reason? Airtel-Vodafone were the first to bring the iPhone 5S and its little brother the 5C to the Channel Islands. It’s not just one letter that separates them. There’s also quite a difference in cost and spec, but I liked them both in their own way. The thing about the iPhone 5S which has caused the biggest stir is its fingerprint scanner security. My phone knows I am me when I touch it (and when someone else has got their grubby mitts on it). Now that bit is great, and the new camera and other funky new bits are making it very popular already. It’s also ready for 4G, so it’s ready for the future. There are loads of great smartphones, and I know some people will say that others are just as good as the iPhone. But they don’t have the Apple on them, and that can count for a lot. The iPhone 5C of course, also has the Apple. It’s a bit like a Mercedes A Class. A high-end brand but a bit more affordable, and fun. Great colours – I had a blue one which I absolutely loved. Airtel-Vodafone’s finance deals mean you split the costs of the handset from your telephony bundle of minutes, texts and data, making Apple even more accessible to all. So, two thumbs up – one for each!

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CORES OF EX-RAVERS AND FORMER AND CURRENT DJS FROM GUERNSEY JOINED HUNDREDS TO REMINISCE AT THE GRAND JERSEY ON A WEEKEND IN MID-OCTOBER TO REMEMBER THE ICONIC NIGHTCLUB VENUE THAT WAS OPEN BETWEEN 1991 AND 1995.

Revelers were treated to seven hours of club classic anthems and piano and house tunes from a star-studded line-up of DJs including former resident Warren Le Sueur, Nipper, John Kelly, Biko and Simon Gasston.People who attended described it as possibly the most emotional event they have ever been involved with as the weekend of events and after-parties lived up to and exceeded expectations as a fantastic togetherness was re-created. The event was held 20 years on after many hours of conversation, recollections and memories. Guernseyman Warren Le Page summed of the feelings of many by describing the Inn On The Park as ‘awesome’ and said the event demonstrated the power of Facebook. It transpired after the highly-respected Warren Le Sueur had instigated a Facebook page aimed at merely getting old friends to get back in touch and reminisce but this spiralled and talk soon began about staging a reunion.c‘The next thing it was really happening. As soon as I knew I booked to fly over. It was all that I thought about,’ said Warren Le Page.

was about 40. Most people have kids now. It wasn’t about re-living our youth but just an excuse to meet old friends and listen to the old skool music. For me I was like a kid on Christmas Day morning. I couldn’t eat and was just really excited and I’m never like this,’ said Mr Le Page. ‘It was everything that I hoped for. I met a lot of old friends but also made a lot of new friends.The music was great and I’m still buzzing. I have been blessed to have been part of something very special.’

The atmosphere of a 1,000 people being there for the music was electric and we all became a family. There was never any trouble - unlike the Guernsey nightclubs.’ All who attended have vowed to stay in touch and keep the spirit alive and there is already talk within the Channel Islands and further afield about possibly staging another reunion in future. There have also been calls for a Venue nightclub reunion in Jersey. Others though have decided now is the time to hang up their dancing shoes for good!

Hands (and thumbs) in the air. Warren Le Page and Dave Marsh at IOTP reunion.

‘I stumbled across IOTP back in 1991 whilst on holiday in Jersey and I was hooked. I was already into the dance scene but IOTP changed my life forever - I found myself and it made the person I am today. The atmosphere of a 1,000 people being there for the music was electric and we all became a family. There was never any trouble - unlike the Guernsey nightclubs.’ People and dance music lovers travelled from all over the world, including Australia, to be at the reunion. ‘The average age there

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he 2014 Jaguar F-Type seemed the appropriate choice for this months test drive. Its beautifully slick lines, hulking ‘ultimate black’ chassis and ferociously responsive engine fall comfortably into the darker side of driving. Firstly, it’s looks like a stealth fighter jet and potential drivers must consider this – the Jaguar F-Type is certainly not a car to drive, it is a vehicle that requires piloting.

The internal finish is as flawless as the external design; all bespoke graphite trim and super lightweight alloy, accentuating the cockpit feel and essentially maximizing performance with its weight to power distribution. The cream leather racing seats are standard with the fully spec Sports package and they gently envelop the body during acceleration, braking and cornering. The deep positioning of both the driver and passenger seats ensures every rev, gear change, guttural roar and explosion of power flows (albeit cushioned) through to the driving axis, situated just below the pilots seated position and turning the ride into one of the greatest driving experiences ever. The dashboard is stacked with toys and gadgets to aid your journey too. A state of the art Global Positioning System and integrated external camera provide complete navigation confidence and movement security. The keyless entrance system and ‘push button’ ignition feature thumps the Jaguar to life, causing every onboard system to engage with a futuristic growl. The steering column adjusts sharply, mood lighting creeps into view, active air vents rise out of the main dash with a controlled elegance and all dials and computer systems spring to life, ready for immediate launch. The engine also wakes with a sharp climb to a few thousand revs; an assault on the senses likely to cause mild panic. The F-Type can

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model. A quick glimpse at the Jaguar technical specification hints at its design and performance evolution (if there is such a thing with this model). With no manual transmission models planned for release just yet, the unparalleled responsiveness of the Jaguarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s automatic 8-speed gearbox and option to switch into Super Sport mode with paddle shift support is absolutely breathtaking. The Jagâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s attempts to hide between sparce foliage were futile

also switch effortlessly into its cool convertible mode in less than 12 seconds and all whilst moving at speeds as high as 30mph. The heated steering wheel, climate control systems and windscreen angle will compensate for any change in temperature with the roof down, and the onboard entertainment systems which include CD, Mp3 interface and Bluetooth connectivity will surely provide the soundtrack to your drive. The entire package is a complete re-think of Jaguar presentation, harking back to the coarser, roadster sport concepts but with a definitive luxury finish. The chassis of the big cat is appropriately sleek and fierce, even with the roof canopy section exposed. Menacing lines, cutaways, aerodynamic gauges and a sharp tapered rear-wing that many drivers will learn to appreciate as the F-Type roars away into the distance. The forward xenon lighting system, inspired by the Star Wars Tie Fighter, and the intimidating front grill and cooling vents complete this awe inspiring machine. It is the epitome of cutting-edge design and engineering but with a twinge of nostalgia. It is truly a bedroom pinup. There are V6 (3 litre 375bhp) and V8 (488bhp) supercharged versions and luckily we were able to test the highest specification

The cosy cockpit including a range of cutting edge tech and some lovely stitching..

Break neck speeds were unobtainable on our gentile Guernsey roads but I did manage to coax the rear wing out of its hiding place on a few occasions, whilst inadvertently scaring some grazing livestock and signaling to most people on the south of the island that I was approaching. The option to change the exhaust pitch is also available, ensuring everyone within a 3-mile radius will hear you downshifting or testing the 0-60mph in 4.2 seconds statistic. Acceleration is simply brutal. The lightest touch engages the V8 supercharger with terrifying efficiency, engaging thrust and deafening sound with shocking responsiveness. Many reviews of the car circulating the web claim the ride and its suspension (or lack thereof) is the weakest aspect of Jaguarâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s new release but I would have to vehemently disagree. To drive this sports car is a pleasure â&#x20AC;&#x201C; an endorphin producing sensory overload that pushes the boundaries of engineering and style in the modern car market. You just have to drive it fast. My dear friend Jeremy Clarkson described the Jaguar F-Type as a â&#x20AC;&#x153;hardcore monster for the terminally unhingedâ&#x20AC;?. I would describe it as â&#x20AC;&#x153;a sure fire way to lose your license and dye your under garments a pale shade of brown. If Panthro from the Thundercats worked in finance, heâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d probably drive one of theseâ&#x20AC;?. Jacksons garage are currently stocking the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;ultimate blackâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; version of the Jaguar F-Type, retailing at ÂŁ69, 950.

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Vampires are scary and move around in the dark... but are they real?

Throughout history, there have been a number of living people who exhibited vampire-like behavior. The most famous historical vampire was Elizabeth Bathory, a Transylvanian noblewoman who lived from 1560 to 1614. Bathory, who was terrified of aging, became convinced that bathing in blood (and perhaps consuming it) was the secret to maintaining a youthful appearance. To this end, she tortured and killed hundreds of people, mostly young women. Eventually, she was tried for her crimes

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and imprisoned in a small room in her castle, where she died. One modern variation on the vampire legend is the “psychic vampire.” These modern vampires claim that they crave psychic energy from others and have the power to drain it without the person’s knowledge. They attempt to drain life-force energy through meditation and concentration. If they do not feed, they say, they will become weak as if they had not eaten.

According to some believers, this sort of vampire has been around for thousands of years. Some claim this phenomenon inspired the undead vampires of folklore. In many modern movies and books, vampires can take the form of a Vampire bat, a real animal that feeds on blood. In reality, Vampire bat’s don’t usually kill their prey, and they pose little threat to humans.

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