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NSPCC CHRISTMAS FAIR EXPANDS TO A THREE DAY EVENT AT CASTLE HOWARD TO CATCH SATURDAY SHOPPERS Thursday 6th to Saturday 8th November 2014 The annual NSPCC Christmas Fair at Castle Howard, for the first time in its 11 year history, is expanding to become a three day event to include a Saturday. Shopping dates for the Fair this year will start at 5pm – 9pm on Thursday 6th November with a special preview evening, continue all day Friday 7th 9.30am to 5pm and all day Saturday 8th November 9.30am to 3pm to catch the weekend shoppers and families. Day tickets are £8 each, can be bought on the door, and include entry to Castle Howard gardens and Lakeside playground so children (under 13 free) and fathers can
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The NSPCC Christmas Fair is set in the stunning surroundings of Castle Howard with the kind support of the Howard family. Described as the ‘best charity fair in the country’ by previous visitors, it will have 65 stalls on offer this year. Sellers are carefully vetted each year to offer the best range of goods to cover all shoppers’ needs, tastes and price ranges with 35 new stalls added for 2014. Products sold range from toys to books, jewellery, gardening, men’s and ladies clothes, kitchen and homeware to food and drink. Funds raised by the Fair help provide NSPCC services for children and families in the North Yorkshire region, as well as across the UK. “We’re delighted to work with the NSPCC again and to announce that the Fair will run over a third day,” says The Hon. Simon Howard. “We look forward to welcoming a family crowd on the Saturday. For the first time we will open the playground and Lakeside cafe alongside the house, gardens and The Courtyard.” The event attracts some fantastic sponsors from the local area as well as further afield. Main sponsors this year include The Rowse Family Trust, JM Finn & Co Investment Management, TATE Residential, Rodgers of York, The Feathers hotel in Helmsley and The Orangery Settrington.
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A FASCINATING DISPLAY OF LOCAL WORLD WAR MEMORABILIA BY
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WAR AND PEACE In November we remember Armistice Day and it’s always a moving and contemplative time of the year. It’s particularly poignant now we’ve reached 2014, as we mark the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War 1 and remember those who gave their lives fighting in the trenches, and for the lost generation who never returned. Whether they’re based on fact or purely fiction, the stories and novels of WW1 still resonate today. Here are some of the most unforgettable.
Line of Fire: Diary of an Unknown Soldier Barroux (Author), Sarah Ardizzone
(Translator) This remarkable and unusual book came from the chance discovery of a diary. French writer and illustrator Barroux found the journal of an unknown soldier in a rubbish heap on a Parisian street. Barroux’s simple and often stark pencil illustrations have brought the words of the soldier to life and given us a rare glimpse into the first two months of WW1.The diary begins just as France officially declares war, and the soldier’s often heartrending descriptions cover a broad spectrum of emotions: from the physical ache and rub of boots in the here and now, to the hope and longing for his family and for a safe passage through the conflict. What became of the soldier we will perhaps never know, but here we have a rare glimpse into a moment and a life, in time.
A Farewell to Arms Ernest Hemingway
Based on his own experiences of the First World War, volunteering for the ambulance service in Italy, A Farewell to Arms is a love story between Frederic Henry (a Lieutenant serving in the ambulance corps of the Italian Army) and a nurse called Catherine Barkley. Set against a brutal and bloody backdrop, the novel is full of moments of sheer romanticism and passion. Hemingway’s descriptions of war are truly unforgettable and the themes of love and death make for a very dramatic read.
All Quiet on the Western Front -
Erich Maria Remarque A group of young, idealistic and gung-ho teenagers are excited and fired-up by their teacher, eager to enlist to fight in the war. What follows is the horrific realisation of what conflict really is, and the terrors of life in the trenches are soon revealed. Paul Baumer 24 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
was one of those students for whom the war was at first an adventure. The young group of classmates fall apart after the first bombardment, leaving the survivors languishing in a hell of their own choosing. Paul vows to keep on living and to fight against a war that pits young men against others of the same generation.
War Horse Michael Morpurgo
From the pen of acclaimed children’s author, Michael Morpurgo, comes a story that has captivated kids and adults alike. Joey is a beautiful young foal who is sold to the army and quickly finds himself charging into battle as the war rages in France. Told through Joey’s eyes, this is a powerful story about friendship, humility and humanity. Joey battles to stay alive and never lets go of his dream of returning home to his original owner, Albert and the farm life he left behind. This powerful story has become both an emotive stage show in the West End and a Hollywood blockbuster.
Regeneration Pat Barker
Pat Barker’s novel was inspired by her grandfather’s own experiences during World War 1 and a lot of the characters are based on the accounts of individuals who were treated for ‘shell-shock’ and post-traumatic stress disorder (although it wasn’t recognised as such at the time) at Craiglockhart War Hospital in Edinburgh. The title refers to the research carried out by psychologist W.H.R. Rivers into nerve regeneration after mental and emotional trauma, and explores the medical practices and treatments of the time. The story centres on an English officer who is sent to a military hospital after refusing to continue to fight in the war.
The Guns of August Barbara W.
Tuchman The thirty days leading up to the start of World War One have been brought to life in Tuchman’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel. It focuses on why the war broke out, who was involved and why it wasn’t prevented. Her attention to detail is incredible and as those last few weeks spill out in front of us, you can almost feel as though you are reliving it, one hundred years on. It makes for incredibly powerful and thought-provoking reading. Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th November
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Remembering in york Remembrance Day takes place on November 11 to mark the moment the guns of the First World War fell silent, at the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of 1918. Remembrance Sunday, 9th November, is the day put aside to remember all those who have given their lives for our peace and freedom. Members of the British Legion care about the lives of the Armed Forces family, past, present and future. The Poppy Appeal is the Legion’s biggest fundraising campaign and runs year-round. Lapel poppies are available to buy in shops, supermarkets, pubs and clubs from the last week of October until Remembrance Sunday, or 11 November, whichever is later in the calendar. It takes 350,000 volunteers and staff to organise the Poppy Appeal each year and money raised goes to support their welfare work for the Armed Forces community. Please give your support and wear your poppy with pride this November.
FESTIVAL OF REMEMBRANCE
Sunday 2 November 7pm. At York Barbican. This annual Festival commemorates and honours all those who have lost their lives in conflicts, and is hosted by The Royal British Legion. (York Barbican booking line 0844 8542757)
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Poppy Appeal Organiser and will also be at the Memorial on the day. Sunday 9 November 11 am. York Branch, together with other ex-Service organisations, is invited to attend the annual Service of Remembrance in the City Memorial Gardens. Along with the military, ex-Service personnel numbering approximately 150 march through the City supported by some 15 Legion and other Regimental standards. The ex-service contingent meets in Stonegate from 10am.
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Sunday 9 November Service of Remembrance and Rededication of the Memorial to the men of Wigginton who died and those who served. 9.30am We invite you to join us in giving thanks for all those men who gave so much for their country and for future generations a century ago. Saturday 8 & Sunday 9 November Saturday 1-4pm and Sunday 2-4pm. Display in St Nicholas Church Hall
of World War Memorabilia and detailed research evidence about the lives of some of those who served andl ived in Haxby and Wigginton. Members of Haxby and Wigginton Local History Group have many years on this subject and it a display not to be missed.
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ANGLICAN AND METHODIST CHURCHES IN POPPLETON
Sunday 9 November The Anglican and Methodist congregations in Poppleton both share the remembrance services. Services in both churches begin at 10am. One church leads worship for the adults and the other a service for the uniformed organisations and young people. At approx. 10.45am there is a gathering at the memorial. Everyone is welcome to join. The parish councillors do the roll call and there is a bugler for the Last Post. The ministers from the two churches lead the prayers. Refreshments are provided by the churches after the ceremony.
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THE LIFE LIST
PARADOXES AND CONTRADICTIONS Everyone knows that flammable and inflammable mean the same thing these days, but there are other, more mundane things that don’t seem to make sense. When you think about it life is full of paradoxes and contradictions.
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Children - They start off being too small to sit at the table. Then, when they’re teenagers, they become too tall to bend down and pick their clothes up from the floor.
Television - You’ll flick through 20 channels, just to confirm how much rubbish is on, even though you went meticulously through the listings beforehand. Meanwhile, you’re avoiding any of the 50 hours of ‘must see’ TV you’ve recorded in the last six months.
Dogs - You’re the owner but they’re the masters. Eventually they will have you trained in obedience, agility (chasing after them, saving ornaments and rescuing visitors), and food-sharing.
Age - The older you get, the less you feel you know - or trust. History keeps changing and yet, despite technological advances, the future looks remarkably like the past - only it’s called retro.
Cars - The more prestigious and impressive they are, the more helpless you are when they go wrong.
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PEN LIFE - BEST REGIONAL FINANCIAL PLANNER 2014 Julie Wilson, Straight talking Chartered Financial Planner
These denote the very highest standards of ethical practice and client care. And they’re the standards that Consumer Association, “Which”, insist upon when referring their readers to professional financial planners.
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So who should seek financial advice? Money Savings Expert Martin Lewis says “When it comes to making life-changing or complex financial decisions, even the money-savvy should consider paying an adviser to ensure they get it right.” A good example of where consumers are mixed up about finances concerns the good old Individual Savings Account (ISA). Most people think they understand ISAs. They are considered tax efficient. There’s no income tax to pay on interest. And any gains made are free of Capital Gains Tax. But did you know that the vast majority of ISAs will be subject to Inheritance Tax (IHT) when you die with assets worth more than £325,000. And IHT is a massive 40%. So it’s nonsense chasing an extra half
a percent interest if almost half of it is going to end up down the IHT pan. Another area of complete misunderstanding surrounds pensions. And that’s set to get worse. On the face of it, Government proposals to offer free independent “guidance” to everyone considering taking their retirement benefits sounds like a good idea. But when that guidance is delivered by unqualified and inexperienced civil servants, the whole fiasco seems doomed to failure. We want to make sure your money lasts as long as you do and that anything left over goes to your family and not the Tax Man. If you want that too, you might benefit from a free nononsense chat with one of our friendly advisers. Trust me – we’re on your side.
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Italian Lamb Shanks Makes 4. Ready in 21/2 hours
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Lamb shanks are perfect for long slow cooking as they become meltingly tender and the meat just falls off the bone. Here they are braised with all the flavours of Italy – red wine, smoked cured bacon and tomatoes. Serve with creamy mash or boiled ribbon pasta such as tagliatelle or pappardelle.
• 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, plus extra sprigs to garnish • 5ml (1tsp) sugar • Creamy mashed potato, to serve
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6-7 minutes until lightly browned. Pour in the red wine and bring to the boil. Add the tomatoes, sun-dried tomato puree, rosemary sprigs and sugar and pour over the lamb.
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We meet up for coffee; invite friends for a cuppa. But are these drinks friends or foes? CAFFEINE The good: Caffeine increases our alertness, and may temporarily sharpen our cognitive abilities. Substantial research suggests that coffee and tea drinkers are less likely to develop Parkinson’s disease, most likely due to caffeine, which may also help with symptoms. The bad: Caffeine can raise blood pressure and adrenaline levels. It can also relax pelvic muscles, making you urinate more frequently. High levels may be linked to low birth weight or miscarriage. The truth: Maximum protection against Parkinson’s disease seems to come from just three cups of tea or coffee daily. While lab results seem promising, there’s no definitive evidence linking tea and coffee drinking with reduced Alzheimer’s risk. Our bodies can become accustomed to caffeine. Without it we can become tired, irritable, headachy and even shaky and nauseous. So how much is too much? Recommended limits average at 400-600mg per day and just 200mg if you’re pregnant. • cup of green tea: 40mg • cup of normal tea: 70mg • mug of instant coffee: 100mg • filter coffee: 150mg • average latte: 150mg • large Americano: 200mg Don’t forget other caffeine sources too: energy drinks, chocolate and some painkillers and fizzy drinks. 42 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
ANTIOXIDANTS The good: Antioxidants mop up free radicals which can damage our cells. We all know green tea contains antioxidants, but so do black tea and coffee - just at lower levels. The bad: It’s unclear how much we benefit from these antioxidants once our body has processed our cuppa. But active compounds in green tea are being used in research with nanotherapeutics – the development of microscopic compounds that escape processing to find and target diseases, including cancer. The truth: Many foods contain antioxidants, often at higher levels than tea and coffee, so there are better sources. DIABETES PREVENTION AND MANAGEMENT The good: Some evidence suggests that moderate amounts of coffee or tea, drunk black or with a little milk, may slightly reduce your risk of Diabetes Type 2. The bad: There’s also research showing that high coffee intake may impair insulin resistance, making it harder to stabilise blood sugar levels. The truth: You’re likely to see both theories in the media, but more research that eliminates other influential factors is needed.
REDUCING STROKE, CORONARY HEART DISEASE RISK AND CHOLESTEROL LEVELS The good: Some studies suggest that drinking tea and coffee reduces stroke, coronary heart disease risk and cholesterol levels. The bad: Contradictory evidence. One study found high tea consumption, and low and high coffee consumption reduced stroke risk most,– moderate consumption made no difference. Reported reductions in cholesterol levels were small. The truth: Once again, more research is needed to exclude other factors and study longterm effects. LIVER HEALTH The good: Research suggests moderate consumers of coffee and green tea are less likely to suffer from NALD (non-alcoholic liver disease). The bad: High intake of green tea supplements has been linked to liver damage, although it’s not clear whether green tea extract or another ingredient is guilty. The truth: Tea or coffee can’t prevent or reverse liver damage if you drink or smoke heavily. So moderation seems best. Three or four cups of tea or coffee daily appear to give maximum health benefits and minimum risk, and without milk or sugar they’ll be calorie free but practically nutrition-free too, so drink fruit juices and dairybased drinks as well.
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Dentures are a relatively BDS (GDC 72136) simple and cost effective solution for the replacement of 1 or more missing teeth. Whilst there are other methods of replacing teeth such as bridgework (2 or more crowns joined together from a natural supporting tooth.) or implants where a titanium screw is placed in the jaw to support a crown, these can be significantly more expensive and in some cases the remaining natural teeth may be too compromised to take the extra weight. The treatment to provide them can also be much more invasive and can take many months to complete. Dentures on the other hand can be placed the day a tooth is extracted an ‘immediate’ denture so to speak, these may then be worn until full healing can be established. Well constructed dentures can help to restore your smile, they can also give you the choice of altering the shade, shape and position of your teeth and even enhancing the fullness of your lips and reducing lines and wrinkles on the face. Like all treatments and natural teeth they eventually wear or loosen and need replacement. By correctly caring for them by thoroughly cleansing them in the evening and after meals your denture should serve you well for several years. Dentures often referred to as a ‘plate’ can be made of plastic, both flexible and solid, and also metal commonly cobalt chrome alloy or even gold! They can cover all of the plate or just a small part and may be held in place by friction or by clasps. If you have a denture that you feel is past its best then please contact Georgina at Howardian Dental Practice to discuss an assessment.
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ON REMEMBRANCE DAY Often Remembrance Sunday is a day that comes and passes each year without really getting noticed, lacking the fanfare that surrounds days such as Christmas or Easter. Perhaps you’ll attend a service. Perhaps you’ll spare two minutes in silence when the clocks strike eleven. Perhaps you’ll simply wear a poppy. Ultimately I believe the act of remembrance can be as big or small as you make it. As long as you remember. Being a Brownie from the age of seven followed by being a Girl Guide up until the age of fifteen, I have fond memories of Remembrance Sunday. Frosty mornings wrapped up in thermals at the memorial in Malton, marching through town as a flag bearer. Whilst being too young to truly understand the meaning of Remembrance, my memories emulate everything that Remembrance Sunday infers. Unity, drawn from all generations as they gather to remember the noble sacrifices made by the past for their future.
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Perhaps one of the most poignant experiences that comes to mind when I think about Remembrance was the service that I witnessed at Menin Gate in Belgium when I visited on my school’s battlefield tour. The bustling tourist square is struck silent as last post echoes loudly through the streets and people from all around the world lay wreaths to commemorate the fallen of World War One. It is incredibly moving, how almost one hundred years later the streets are still lined with people who don’t want to forget. This service happens every single day at the Menin Gate, 365 days a year. Suddenly, Remembrance seemed so much more to me than a single day. It is in everything we do and in the lives we lead as a consequence of the bravery of so many who fought for our freedom. For this reason alone, we will always remember. Emily
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Run by Emma Farley, our spiky little friends are helped back into the wild thanks to her creative talents. Emma creates beautiful, bespoke silver jewellery to help fund the food, medication and equipment needed by these prickly but lovable creatures. Emma’s products are available online, and all profits go to caring for the rescued hedgehogs. Emma said: “My customers love the fact that buying a piece helps hedgehogs back to the wild. I make the jewellery in silver clay which turns to solid sterling silver when fired. I make each piece individually, then fire it, sand it and polish it. The end result is a beautiful and unique piece – no two are exactly the same so it is really special.”
There are other ways we can all do to help hedgehogs survive in their natural habitat. Emma’s advice is: • Make a hole underneath fences to help hedgehogs roam about as they need several kilometres of gardens to find enough food • Leave out a shallow bowl of water and cat/dog food/cat biscuits/mealworms/sunflower hearts - NEVER give milk • Cover ponds or provide an escape route for hedgehogs • Always check for hedgehogs before you strim grass or light a bonfire • Provide a hedgehog house/log pile/piles of leaves/ wild areas as hibernation sites • Always contact a rescue centre if you see a hedgehog out in the day – they don’t sunbathe • Keep plant netting off the ground – hedgehogs can get tangled in it • Don’t use pesticides or slug pellets For more information, visit www.britishhedgehogs.org.uk So we can all do our bit, and as Christmas isn’t too far away, it’s a great time to consider one of Emma’s designs for that perfect present. Find out more about Emma on her Facebook page www.facebook.com/littlesilverhedgehog or by visiting www.etsy.com/shop/littlesilverhedgehog 46 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
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Garden Centre Create a Christmas to remember with freshly cut English Christmas trees and handmade wreaths. Take home a fantastic selection of traditional and contemporary decorations, twinkling lights and festive plants to transform your home into the perfect place to celebrate Christmas with family and friends. Stock up on a wide selection of gifts for the home and garden, and enjoy seasonal refreshments at the Courtyard Café and coffee shop. Open daily from 10am to 5pm, free admission with plentiful free parking. Castle Howard, York YO60 7DA | 01653 648668 | www.castlehoward.co.uk www.thehandymag.co.uk • 01653 690859 • 47
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SHORT STORY THE GUNPOWDER PLOT by Jackie Brewster
“Is there any chance you could give me a hand?” Carrie looked up from the library photocopier at the young man. It was the same one she’d been discretely watching across the bookshelves as he struggled to finish his essay. “I need to enlarge this picture and I’m not sure how”, he said. Carrie reasoned that she had only been watching him because she thought he might be the poor bloke that Marissa had got her claws into. She could see why; even though he was wearing his jumper inside out, he was rather cute. As well as being a student, Carrie worked evenings at the college library, and had come to notice most things. For example, she’d seen him cast anxious glances at the library clock, and suspected that tonight was the night that Marissa had finally agreed to go on a date with him. There was a big Bonfire Party in town, and she’d overheard Marissa boasting that this guy was so besotted with her he would be buying her entry ticket and her drinks all night. Poor man, what was he letting himself in for? Carrie stared at the book he was holding out to her. “I’m sorry?” she said. “I need to enlarge this”, he said apologetically, “I’m in a bit of a hurry”. If he was hoping to catch the six o’clock bus into town, Carrie thought, he was cutting it rather fine. Slowly, she took the book. “Sure, what do you want enlarging?” “It’s the Palace of Westminster”. He pointed to the page, “I need it blowing up”. 52 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
She looked at the picture and laughed. “That’s the Houses of Parliament isn’t it?” “Yes”, he adjusted his glasses, “it’s for an essay”. “You’re asking me to help you blow up the Houses of Parliament?” She giggled, “tonight of all nights?” He stared at her blankly. “It’s bonfire night”, she explained. “Course!”, he grinned, “I’m going to a bonfire party”. “Got a hot date lined up?” Carrie said, and laughed at her own joke. “Something like that”. He blushed. “We don’t want you to be late”. Carrie smiled, “I bet she’ll have you hung drawn and quartered”. Knowing Marissa, thought Carrie, that’s the least she would do. He laughed nervously. Carrie placed the book carefully on the photocopier, “Does this make me a coconspirator?” she asked, and pressed a few buttons. “About what?” he said. “About your gunpowder plot?” “Oh yeah”. He glanced at the clock again and winced. Carrie bit her lip and pressed the start button. Nothing happened. “That’s odd”. She gave the machine a kick. It stayed silent. Carrie methodically went through the whole process again, twice; patiently checking everything, but still nothing. “I’m sorry, the machine’s playing up”, she sighed, “our technician will be back in an hour, can you come back then?”
The library clock chimed six. The young man slumped against the wall. The bus was leaving without him. “Cheer up”, Carrie said guiltily, “I’m sure she won’t mind waiting”. It was common knowledge that Marissa waited for nobody. She took a deep breath, “I’m finishing work now. Can I buy you a drink in the student bar to help pass the time?” “Why not?” He managed a smile, “You’ve been really helpful”. “I’m Carrie”. She comically held out her hand, “What’s your name?” “It’s Guy”, he smiled and shook it warmly. “Guy Fawkes”. “You’re joking?” “Got you”. he grinned, “It’s Tom”. “I’ll get my stuff and meet you there in five”. Carrie waved him off, and, as walked away, bent down and switched the photocopier back on.
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A BETTER LIFE TIME TO REFLECT by Derek Thompson
Derek Thompson is a writer and humourist based in the West Country. His writing blog can be found at www. alongthewritelines.blogspot.com and he is also a regular at www.strictlywriting.blogspot.com
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ow that the harvest is officially over (bar some sprouts and a couple of leeks), November is our time for pause and renewal. Just as Oct 31st signified the Celtic New Year, we celebrate our growing successes and consider our failures, much like a Better Life school report. A bit like the spuds I planted recently, it’s a mixed bag. Biology - The so-called weed that flourished in the raised bed turned out to be an oriental poppy, bearing 16 flower heads. Full marks for bird poop or windfall, and my procrastination. Geography - My guerrilla gardening efforts at work were a little underwhelming. The four mange tout I secreted in the communal garden struggled (insufficient light) until, finally, the sole survivor yielded two actual mange tout. Must do better! Home Economics - Full marks to Anne and the garden. The butternut squash survived the mollusc hordes (as I’ve said before, there’s never a hedgehog around when you need one, although we did once find a poop on the front doorstep) and, along with homemade fennel bread, rhubarb crumble and lettuce were the standout successes. PE - I clocked up 250 cycling miles in 12 months, commuting to my part-time job - aside from the mile-long round trip for the Post Office run (amble!). Also, digging for victory helped to cancel out the calories.
nettle feed for growing and comfrey feed (donated by a neighbour) for flowers or fruits. Both Anne and the cat were put off by the stench though, so we’ll need a quarantined area next time. Woodwork - Full marks again, to our neighbour. If you can find yourself a retired carpenter with tools and free time, it’s well worth bartering to sort out their computer problems! Physics - A raised bed with insufficient soil is little more than a wooden frame. I think I discovered some as yet unidentified law of volume that states it always takes more bags of soil and compost than you have to hand. Drama - Somehow, we cornered the market this year in micro garlic. Indoors, the chilli peppers, alas, burned brightly but briefly - except on the tongue. In a surprise twist the rogue tomato seed in the compost proved to be sun gold, yielding dozens of belladonna beauties. Maybe I’ll grow to like the taste one day. Reading - I’ve started to read seed packets more carefully, so that we plant according to the climate and soil from now on!
History - I was better at recording planting dates on the calendar for forward planning, helping to ensure the garden remained productive and sustainable. A WWII crop rotation leaflet proved useful too, once laminated for outdoor service.
Our main growing lessons: - Assume there will be losses even early on and plant accordingly. - Be decisive when it comes to taking ailing plants out. Otherwise they’re taking up nutrients as well as space. - Experiment. Much as the experts would love to tell you otherwise, there are no hard and fast rules - only what works on your patch of soil. Be bold!
Chemistry - Our do-it-yourself plant feeds seem to work, but the trial became skewed when I felt sorry for the underprivileged specimens. We made
Overall, I’d give us a B minus for effort and a C plus for achievement. And now we move up a year!
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The Iguazu Falls (South America) Throat, while others might prefer a helicopter ride for a brief but unforgettable bird’s eye view of the falls in their pristine emerald setting. Surrounded by rainforest, with visitors’ facilities well out of sight, Iguazu is protected by UNESCO with national parks on both sides of the border. On quiet days, you may well spot some of the wild life close to the water, from racoons and monkeys to parrots, macaws and toucans splashing myriad colours in the trees. Caimans bask in the lower reaches and there are jaguars and coral snakes deep in the forest.
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the Devil’s Throat, reached by an eco-train and a kilometre long walkway across the upper river. ‘Argentina has the falls, Brazil has the views’, they say, and this is certainly true. In Argentina, visitors arrive at the top of the Devil’s Throat, with just a partial view of the other falls, while on the Brazilian side, they take in the whole panorama, first from above and then, even more impressive, from below. You cannot beat the excitement as you make your way down the steps to the central point of the falls and along the amazing ‘cat walk’ which takes you to the heart of it all, soaked to the skin but exhilarated. Dwarfed by the mighty curtains of water roaring all around, you stand and stare as rainbows come and go like magic. No one wants to leave but there are other treats in store. Those who are brave enough can shoot the rapids on inflatable speed boats, right up to the base of the Devil’s
The nearby bird park offers a great alternative for wild life enthusiasts, dedicated to conservation in its own patch of rainforest. As one would expect, the Iguazu falls vary according to season, often at their best around AprilMay when there is still plenty of water and skies tend to be clear. Today, however, climate change offers no guarantee. In 2006, a six-month drought left scores of visitors gazing in disbelief at barren cliffs and rocks. Yet, for those who have seen all the greatest falls in the world, Iguazu is top of the list for its panoramic views and unspoilt natural setting. Even Eleanor Roosevelt, first lady of the United States, was said to agree when she set eyes on this gigantic canyon, born from tectonic movements which began some 150 million years ago.
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by Pippa Greenwood
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rees, shrubs and woody climbers in particular are often a very good buy at this time of year so take a look at your garden and see what you could add, or perhaps consider removing that plant which has never quite done what you hoped….and replace it with something new.
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YORK • NOVEMBER 2014 • ISSUE 106 organic matter should be incorporated in to the hole and the mixture with which you back fill it. Investigations now suggest that this may not necessarily be the best way of going about things: make the planting hole too ‘cosy’ and the tree’s roots may be inclined to stay in the hole and not venture out in to the surrounding soil. In a heavy clay soil a planting hole full of compost may also end up acting as a sump, so when the soil is wet the compost draws more moisture in to the hole, resulting in waterlogged roots and maybe even death. All very logical, but then I would also suggest that if you garden on a very sandy, poor soil, a wellprepared planting pit (the bigger the better) which includes bulky organic matter such as garden compost will help to reduce the risk of drying out, and increase the chances of the tree growing away well. Similarly, provided the organic matter is incorporated over a good enough sized area on a heavy soil, I think it does help to improve aeration and drainage around tree roots, especially if you incorporate some grit too. Well rotted manure (ideally from a known source), garden compost and proprietary bagged compost are all useful in planting holes and if it is largely an
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cause of all that plant suffering, so do take the time to get it right. Then of course there is staking. I suggest only doing this with large trees, apples on very dwarfing rootstocks or if the site is extremely windy as a tree will get tougher and more resilient if given a chance to move around slightly and so form a strong trunk. If you do stake, short stakes at an angle are now regarded as best, and do use a good quality tree tie, properly fitted so that the tree’s bark is not chaffed.
that you cover the roots, and only the roots, with soil. Even the compost level in the pot is often too deep, so start from scratch if necessary. Laying a straight cane over the top of the planting hole will help you to gauge the correct depth more easily.
Finally, remember that aftercare is essential, regular thorough waterings will be needed during dry weather, especially for the first couple of years after planting. If you don’t get the aftercare right, both the plant and all that time and effort (and enthusiasm) can easily be lost.
When I worked for the Royal Horticultural Society at Wisley my job as Plant Pathologist entailed looking at thousands of dead and dying plants each year – it was scary to see just how many trees and shrubs failed to thrive or just died because they had not been correctly planted . There is no doubt that excessively deep planting and entangled and pot-bound roots were the main
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YORK • NOVEMBER 2014 • ISSUE 106 into your house, night vision, automatic braking to avoid low-speed crashes, airbags, Bluetooth, the list of helpful gadgets goes on and on. However, having spent a few weeks in my trusty 1987 Fiesta XR2, I’m starting to wish that list could be made a little shorter by un-inventing a few things. My rusty Ford is pretty basic – the radio offers a choice of Five Live, or no Five Live, the heater settings consist of hot, warm or a little less warm and the lowering of the windows exercises your entire arm, not just one finger. Jumping from that into a modern test car makes you realise there are a lot of new gimmicks that should be consigned to Room 101. First, the electronic handbrake. Name one good reason why the electronically engaged anchor, which seems to take minutes to engage, should
replace the good old-fashioned tug of a manual parking brake. It’s impossible to know whether you need to push the button to engage it, or pull it, whether you need your foot on the brake or not, and that’s after you’ve found where the manufacturer has hidden the blooming switch in the first place. Electronic assistance is often the root cause of the problem. Manufacturers seem intent on adding a charge to a function that really didn’t need it in the first place. Tailgates for example. Why do I need help shutting the boot – 10 seconds more slowly than I could do it by hand – when I’ve managed perfectly adequately for years? Then there are the cars that don’t open all the doors when you press the keyfob. Remote central locking was a godsend when it arrived, all doors popping open at the touch
of a button. Why then, did a manufacturer decide that this wasn’t actually a good idea and that one press should open the driver’s door only? That is not progress. Don’t worry, there are more. One-touch windows, for one that go all the way down when you hit the button. They’re brilliant. But why does it sometimes only work on the driver’s side? How much more would it cost to offer that on all windows? Pennies? And don’t get me started on fuel gauges. The number of times I’ve brimmed a modern car only to travel 50 miles and for it to still show full beggars belief. That is a gauge that is quite clearly failing at its primary objective. As soon as I leave a petrol station with the engine running I am, by the laws of science, using fuel – that usage, no matter how small, should register on the gauge. >>
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“There’s a lot to be said for simplicity. That’s why I’m just a little bit worried about self-driving cars.” >>
It’s either full or it’s not, right? And that’s not to mention the manufacturers that have done away with a gauge altogether and decided a few digital blobs are a fair representation of the fuel contained in the car’s bladder. Voice control that never works, or takes five times as long to execute a simple task that your finger could have done moments ago needs removing. I’d understand if the buttons that do the thing you’re trying to command with your voice were located in the boot, but they’re not, they’re less than an arm bend away. So, here’s an idea: Use your arm.
Automatic lights that illuminate at inappropriate times? They can go. Rain-sensitive wipers that come on too late or not strong enough – get rid of them. My point is (and yes, there is one) we’ve made some incredible progress over the years but in an attempt to get one over the competition, car firm tech departments have been let loose to engineer things that don’t need engineering. There’s a lot to be said for simplicity. That’s why I’m just a little bit worried about selfdriving cars. You only have to picture a supermarket car park of the future – yummy mummies engaging self-park and edging ever so slowly into
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he penultimate Malton Monthly Food Market for 2014 will take place on Saturday 8th November – and it promises to be a fabulous foodie event! With over 35 food and drink stalls, free entry, free parking, live music from Malton White Star Band, live chef demos and the Malton CIC cafe, it’s one not to miss. The market trades from 9am to 3pm, and includes the best Yorkshire producers, selling anything from olive oil to artisan bread. Tom Naylor-Leyland, the market’s director, said: “Once again, we will be holding the Malton Monthly Food Market in the town’s Market Place along with the Cookery Theatre in the Milton Rooms.
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a bay by the power of divine car brain intervention – to see the problems that may lie ahead. Yes, those cars may be finally parallel in the space, but judging by the time it takes to apply an electronic handbrake, how long do you think it’ll take to execute a reverse park? Whatever happens with driverless tech, I can see one good thing for dealers – and that’s the fillip it’ll offer servicing departments. I don’t think the government, or insurers for that matter, will take too kindly to owners who miss annual services when the car is driving itself around. That’ll be great news for dealers who currently rarely see owners once the warranty period has expired. Maybe that’s why all this new tech is invented in the first place… to keep technicians busy. Once a cynic, always a cynic, eh?
“Malton, regarded as Yorkshire’s Food Capital, has a rich and varied association with food, from its agricultural hinterland to its connections with local breweries. “The Monthly Food Market encourages local and regional producers to promote the best produce possible!” The monthly event also features live chef demos, with November’s line-up yet to be announced. Malton White Star Band provides the live music, adding to the friendly and bustling atmosphere of this popular event.
The final Malton Monthly Food Market for 2014 will be the festive market on Saturday 13th December. The 2015 markets will resume on Saturday 14th March and the annual Malton Food Lovers Festival takes place on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 May 2014. Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th November
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Your pet will pick up on your anxious vibes! • Close windows and doors, block off cat flaps and close the curtains. Turn up the TV or radio to help block out the sound of fireworks • Try not to leave your pets alone when fireworks are going off • Provide a den or hiding place for your pet, don’t make a fuss of your pet especially if they appear stressed • And most importantly DO NOT punish your pet! This will make the problem worse Not forgetting our small animals: • Where possible bring hutches and enclosures indoors to somewhere quiet or turn the hutch to face the wall. • Provide additional bedding for pets to burrow in • Cover any hutches/aviaries with a thick blanket to block out flashes and sounds. Ensure plenty of ventilation. After the firework season is over is the best time to tackle curing the phobia. Behaviour therapy works extremely well but is very time consuming and requires a committed owner. If you have any questions or concerns then any of the vets or nurses will be happy to help you. You can ring us at Stamford Bridge on 01759 371066 or Strensall on 01904 490055 or Pocklington on 01759 307500 or Norton on 01653697299
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NOVEMBER FIFTH Celia Carr RVN Station House Vets It was a cold winter’s night, There was frost on the ground, The sky was pitch black, Not a thing made a sound. The fire crackled peacefully, Burt stretched on the rug, E thel yawned happily, Both creatures were snug,
Today was November fifth, Sadly, the peace would not last, Suddenly the black sky lit up, Followed by deafening blasts. Burt leapt up, started barking, Petrified, he scratched at the door Ethel, in fear, shot out of the house Scared, now alone, Burt barked more The indigo sky lit up Bangs and whistles rang out Lights exploded into the night
FELINE STRESS Cats Protection’s York Adoption Centre is urging owners to be aware of feline stress in the light of research showing many owners are letting their love for their moggies cloud their judgement when it comes to providing a stress-free home. A survey of 1,300 cat owners found that, when it comes to dealing with their stressed out pet, more than half (53%) would give them a cuddle. “Being held or stroked for too long can be very stressful for some cats,” says James Hodgkison of Cats Protection’s York Centre. “Space and peace is often what they need - they’re not small furry humans so what would comfort us won’t necessarily comfort them.” The survey also found that many cat owners find it difficult to recognise signs of stress and are at a loss as to what to do about it. In particular: • More than half of owners (55%) didn’t realise that living with another cat or dog can be stressful for their pet. 80 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
• Half the owners (50%) were unaware that other cats coming into the house could be a cause of stress. • More than a third (35%) let neighbouring cats in, either through a door or window, or their own cat’s cat flap. • More than half of respondents (51%) failed to identify wetting and soiling in the house as a sign of stress. • Only a quarter (26%) knew that grooming a particular area all the time was also an indication of stress. James says: “On average about 20% of cats in our care are with us because of reasons linked to stress, such as the introduction of a new pet, baby or partner or something as simple as a house move. Stress is also associated with some common feline diseases and can occur in areas where there are a lot of cats. “Owners should watch their cats closely for warning signs including becoming withdrawn or less tolerant, eating or drinking less, soiling in the house, overgrooming and restlessness. These symptoms could be due to other medical conditions or behavioural Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th November
YORK • NOVEMBER 2014 • ISSUE 106 “Owowow yowled Burt,”what a sight.” Ethel’s eyes wide and black Scared, her fur stood on end, Never before had she seen stars fly With such noisy bangs, up in the sky In terror, she tore down the garden To hide under the rickety fence. Ripping her leg in mid flight, She stayed hidden all night Later, the owners returned, They realised that Ethel was gone, Burt ,barking and quivering with fear, Would not let his owners near Next morning Ethel returned. The family got into the car. On arrival, there were other poor pets, After the chaos last night, needing vets! The vet discussed plug-in diffusers, Tablets to keep the pets calm, Safe hiding places for every one, “There are things” she said “ can be done” “These injuries shouldn’t have happened, Your pets can relax on the fifth. With a bit of good preparation, You could’ve avoided this vet’s operation!” problems so we also recommend consulting a vet if you notice these changes in your cat.”
Cats Protection’s top five tips to relieve feline stress are: • Try not to overly stroke or cuddle a cat which is showing signs of stress as it can make it worse. • Provide pet cats with easily accessible places to hide and let them stay in there for as long as they want to. A hiding place makes them feel safe and secure and can be something as simple as a cardboard box on its side or upside-down. • Cats feel safer if they can view their surroundings from up high, so make sure they can access somewhere like the top of the wardrobe or a high shelf. • Ensure there is enough food, water and litter trays for the all of the cats in your household. The ideal number of litter trays is one per cat plus one extra. • Install a microchip or magnetic cat flap, which lets your cats into your property and keeps neighbouring cats out.
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WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. DO YOU HAVE AN EVENT THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO ADVERTISE HERE?
Contact Nicky on 01653 690859 or nicky@thehandymag.co.uk CAFÉ NELLI 5, 12, 19, 26 NOVEMBER
Open every Wednesday morning between 10am and 12 noon at New Earswick Folk Hall.
HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB 4 NOVEMBER Meeting
“The Chocolate Letters” (Letters from York servicemen during WW1) by Ken Heywood. At Haxby Methodist Church Hall
CASTLE HOWARD www.castlehoward.co.uk Visitor Information on 01653 648333 1 NOVEMBER Halloween Event
An evening of family entertainment including a spectacular firework display. Additional charge applies
6 - 8 NOVEMBER NSPCC Christmas Fair
5–9pm on Thu 6th Nov with a special preview evening 9.305pm on Fri 7th Nov 9.30-3pm on Sat 8th Nov Day tickets are £8 each, can be bought on the door, and include entry to Castle Howard gardens and Lakeside playground so children (under 13 free).
(opposite Haxby Pond) at 10am for coffee before a prompt start at 10.30am. Membership costs only £15 per year and new members are always welcome. For details of PROBUS in Haxby & Wigginton call Peter Stanhope on 01904 760467.
WIGGINTON & HAXBY WI 13 NOVEMBER Meeting
York Minster Broderers by Chris Beavers. Competition: A All proceeds go to the NSPCC. Tickets for the Thursday evening preview need to be pre-booked and always sell out fast (£15 incl glass of wine and canapés). For the first year all tickets for the Fair can be booked on line at www. nspcccastlehoward christmasfair.co.uk
15 NOVEMBER Premium Monumental Tour From 10.30am. This all-day event begins with a circuit tour taking in the Avenue, Gatehouse, Mock Fortifications, Pyramid, Mausoleum, and Temple, followed by lunch and access to the Castle Howard archives. Tickets £65
22 NOVEMBER – 22 DECEMBER Christmas at Castle Howard
Enjoy a Christmas to remember at Castle Howard when it’s decked out with traditional trees, wreaths and baubles. There will be yuletide
Sample of your own Embroidery Work. At St Mary’s Church Hall at 7.30pm.
YORK CEMETERY TRUST 12 DECEMBER Annual Carol Concert
7.30pm (gates open 7pm). In the cemetery chapel. A lovely ‘free’ evening of traditional carols, Christmas themed readings, music performances by Quodlibet and the cemetery’s own budding actors. All entertainment, festive foods and gifts, plus pre-book a fireside audience with Father Christmas at weekends (charges apply).
WEEKENDS FROM 22 NOVEMBER – 21 DECEMBER A Fireside Audience with Father Christmas
Join Father Christmas and his wizard friend for festive stories, singing and magic tricks in front of a roaring fire in the Grecian Hall. Additional charge applies, must be pre-booked.
23, 24, 30 NOVEMBER & 1, 7 & 9 DECEMBER Christmas Courtyard Craft & Produce Markets 10am – 4pm. With over 20 stalls, our Christmas markets sell an array of handmade gifts and local produce perfect for the festive season. Free admission
For more information on any of our events visit www.castlehoward.co.uk
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rounded off with a delicious mince pie and fruit punch – perfect to get you into the Christmas spirit! Friends of York Cemetery, The Cemetery Gatehouse, Cemetery Road, York YO10 5AJ Tel. 01904 610578 or email yorkcemeteryvolunteers@gmail. com. Visit www.yorkcemetery. org.uk.
MALTON MONTHLY FOOD MARKET 8 NOVEMBER
9 - 3pm. Free entry, free parking, free tea/coffee with every bakery purchase. Over 35 top quality food and drink stalls. Live chef demos. Live music from Malton’s White Star Band Great atmosphere, warm welcome www.maltonyorkshire. co.uk
JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE Haxby Road, York , YO31 8TA. www.jrtheatre.co.uk
COFFEE ON THE GREEN, POPPLETON 29 NOVEMBER
2pm – 4.30pm. At Poppleton Methodist Church. Serving fairtrade teas, coffees, hot chocolate, juices, homemade freshly baked cakes and scones. Raising money for crones disease and colitis.
FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB 17 NOVEMBER Meeting
ST ANDREW’S SOCIETY 1 NOVEMBER WW1 Music Evening
To celebrate the war to end all wars we are having an evening of music and song.
29 NOVEMBER St Andrew’s Night Dinner Dance 30 NOVEMBER St Andrewtide Service For more details for the above events please contact info@ yorkscot.org.uk
Barbara Hickman on Restoration; For People and Plants (Helmsley Walled Garden). Indoor meetings are held in Flaxton Village Hall and commence at 7.30 pm. Visitors are always welcome. Entry charge at the door (£1 for members and £2 for nonmembers). There is a small raffle at every indoor meeting.
STRENSALL AND HUNTINGTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE 18 NOVEMBER Meeting
Meet the third Tuesday of every month at 7.15pm in Strensall Village Hall. For more information please contact the Secretary, Dorothea Scarlett on 01904 761198
31 OCTOBER – 8 NOVEMBER Les Miserables - SE
York Light Youth. An epic tale of broken dreams, passion and redemption, against the backdrop of a nation in the grip of revolution.
12 – 15 NOVEMBER Mack and Mabel
New Earswick Musical Society - The early days of Hollywood film studios and the relationship between Mack Sennet and the famous Hollywood director Mabel Normand, a star of the roaring twenties.
23 NOVEMBER In Flanders Fields
A tribute from York Musical Theatre Company to those who fought, lived and died.
25 - 29 NOVEMBER Gang Show 2014: Sailing On The York Scout & Guide Gang Show is a variety show filled with songs, dances and sketches. The cast is made up of Cubs, Scouts, Explorers, Network and leaders from the York Scout Districts of Minster and Ebor, as well as Brownies, Guides, Rangers, Senior Section and Leaders from the Girlguiding County of North Yorkshire South.
Please send in your event by email to nicky@thehandymag.co.uk by Tuesday 4th November
WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. DUNNINGTON BONFIRE & FIREWORKS 8 NOVEMBER
Plus Beth McCarthy. 4.45pm – 7.30pm. Bonfire lit at 5.30pm. At Farmers Field, Dunnington, YO19 5ND. Advanced Tickets only – under 4’s free, Over 4 £6. Family ticket £20 (4 people max 2 adults). Free carparking. Music, food, beer tent and sweets.
SOUTH BANK COMMUNITY CINEMA 7 NOVEMBER Like Father, Like Son (Soshite chichi ni naru).
8pm. PG 121 mins (Hirokazu Koreeda, 2013). Following in the footsteps of the greats of Japanese cinema, director Hirokazu Koreeda focuses on family life and what happens if two babies are swapped at birth and grow-up in very different circumstances. A great introduction to Japanese cinema and a rare chance to see this multi award-winning and engaging film. In Japanese with English subtitles
21 NOVEMBER Gravity 12A 91 mins (Alfonso Cuarón, 2013)
8pm. The box office sensation starring Sandra Bullock and George Clooney, makes a welcome return to the big screen. The pair float in space as they struggle to repair their shuttle following an accident and the result is breath-taking. Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York YO23 1BW. info@ sbcommunitycinema.co.uk
HAXBY LIBRARY 31 OCTOBER Haxby Library Spooktakula
Dark crafts and spooky story telling, dress to distress, £2 entry 3-5pm age 5 and upward.
11 NOVEMBER 2014 Talk - ‘Real Voices of the First World War’ by Van Wilson
7pm. Includes recordings of real voices of WW1 veterans and 2 pacifists on their experiences of the war. Ticket price £2
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Third Monday of the month10am – 12noon. Try out a tablet or ereader for free Explore Haxby Library Learning Centre, Station Road, Haxby, York, YO32 3LT. Tel :01904 552660, haxby@exploreyork. org.uk
THE GREAT MALTON 2014 SANTA FUN RUN 30 NOVEMBER
At Malton Market Place from 3pm. 3 fun runs around the Market Place for all the family ages 4 – adult. Entry includes a free 5-piece Santa suit for every runner. Medal and certificate on completion. Run, jog, walk, stroll or ‘jingle all the way’!! Entry forms are available from Yorkshire Building Society 4 Wheelgate, Malton and 46 Market Place, Pickering or download from www.ryedalespecialfamilies.org. uk . All proceeds to Ryedale Special Families. For further information contact robdavies@ ryedalespecialfamilies.org.uk or phone 07919 235962
THE YORKSHIRE ARBORETUM 9 NOVEMBER Owl Prowl
3.50 – 5.30pm. Learn from the experts at the Hawk & Owl Trust about owls, their habits and habitats, then go on a guided walk to try to catch a glimpse of our owl residents in flight or evidence of their presence. Soup and sandwich supper included. Ault £12.50. child £7.50, family £35.
13 NOVEMBER Gardeners Question Time
A panel to answer your gardening queries, chaired by John Grimshaw. Please come well primed with testing questions! Lectures begin at 7.30pm at the Visitor Centre. Adult £5, Child £3.50 For more information, course prices and to book any of the above please call 01653 648598 or email visit@yorkshirearboretum. org or visit www. yorkshirearboretum.org
MYAESTHENIA GRAVIS, YORK BRANCH 17 NOVEMBER Charity Stall
In the Foyer at York Hospital. 9am – 4.30pm.
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HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP 8 & 9 NOVEMBER
Saturday 1-4pm and Sunday 2-4pm. Display in St Nicholas Church Hall of World War Memorabilia and detailed research evidence about the lives of some of those who served in Haxby and Wigginton. Members of Haxby and Wigginton Local History Group have many years on this subject and it a display not to be missed.
will be plenty of stalls to check out, great refreshments and if you haven’t heard about it yet, more information on the new community radio station based at Haxby Memorial Hall, ValeOnline which launched in August. Santa will also be arriving at the Hall at 11.30am until 3pm both days and is looking forward to meeting as many children as possible. He will also welcome letters from the children and as long as you have put your name and address on the letter he will answer each and everyone himself! All proceeds from this event will go to our Raise The Roof Appeal.
would be greatly appreciated. For more information visit www. stgeorgesyork.co.uk
THE FORESTERS 5 DECEMBER Foresters Christmas Party Wigginton Recreational Hall. Tickets from Steve & Dee. Telephone 490440. Bring your own drinks and supper if you wish and join in the usual mayhem!
CHRISTMAS TREE FESTIVAL, HUNTINGTON CHRISTMAS WREATH WORKSHOP 25 NOVEMBER At The Farm Shop, Wigginton Road
In conjunction with The Dutch Nurseries at 7.30pm. There are 30 places available at £25 per head, including a glass of wine on arrival, supper and a hot drink.
HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL 29 & 30 NOVEMBER Raise The Roof Appeal’s Craft Fair and Santa’s Grotto
Come in to the Hall and pick up your very different and special Christmas presents at our Craft Fair. The doors will open at 10am on the Saturday until 4.30pm and from 11am on Sunday until 3.30pm. There
SHERIFF HUTTON JUMBLIES 22 NOVEMBER
10am to 12 noon at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. In aid of York Against Cancer.
RNLI, YORK BRANCH 26 NOVEMBER Coffee Morning
At The Half Moon, Strensall. 10am – 12 noon. Stalls including tombola, cakes, books, knitting, souvenirs, jigsaw puzzles. Entrance by donation includes tea and coffee. Look forward to seeing you there.
ST GEORGES OLD BOYS ASSOCIATION 21 NOVEMBER The 3rd Annual Reunion
Held on at Tramways WMC, York from 7pm onwards. Old photographs and raffle prizes
28 NOVEMBER – 1 DECEMBER
At Huntington Methodist Church, Strensall Road, Huntington, (on the number 5 bus route). The festival will be open from 10am to 5pm on Friday and Saturday, 2pm to 5pm on Sunday and 10am to 3pm on Monday. There will be 18 trees sponsored and decorated by local businesses and organisations on the theme of Nursery Rhymes, homemade refreshments will be available all day, and there will be stalls selling gifts, crafts, jewellery and bulbs. Admission is free, and all proceeds are for Church funds.
YORKSHIRE PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 24 NOVEMBER Meeting
6-7pm at the Post Graduate lecture Theatre, York Hospital.
Please send in your event by email to nicky@thehandymag.co.uk by Tuesday 4th November
WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. Topic – Recent Advances in research with Professor Maitland. For further Information please contact Carolyn Bedford Macmillan Urology CNS 01904 725848
AUTUMN CONCERT OF PIANO AND SONG 15 NOVEMBER
Performed by Students of Margaret Berg at National Centre for Early Music, St Margaret’s Church, Walmgate at 7.00pm. Tickets £9 and £7. Phone 07971874369
TRACK 29 CHOIR 6 DECEMBER Christmas Concert
7.30 – 9.30pm at Heworth Methodist Church. Tickets £5 including Tea or Coffee and cake in the interval. Raising funds for Martin House Hospice. Tel: 01904 639126 or pay on the door
NSPCC CHRISTMAS FAIR 6 - 8 NOVEMBER At Castle Howard
5pm – 9pm on Thursday 6th November with a special preview evening 9.30am to 5pm on Friday 7th November 9.30am to 3pm on Saturday 8th November Day tickets are £8 each, can be bought on the door, and include entry to Castle Howard gardens and Lakeside playground so children (under 13 free) and fathers can join in the fun too.
6 NOVEMBER - 11 DECEMBER Sweet and Savoury dough baking class
WILBERFORCE TRUST 4 NOVEMBER – 9 DECEMBER Cooking with pastry class For adults with disabilities including learning disabilities and visual impairments. 6 Sessions 2pm – 4pm. £60 for all 6 sessions’ incl. ingredients and pastries to take home. Held in the Skills Room, Wilberforce Trust HQ, Huntington, York.
For adults with disabilities including learning disabilities and sight loss. 6 Sessions 2pm – 4pm. £60 for all 6 sessions’ incl. ingredients and tasty dough creations to take home. Held in the Skills Room.
13 DECEMBER Christmas Fayre
2 – 4.30pm at the Folk Hall, New Earswick. Come and enjoy some family fun at the Wilberforce Trust Christmas Fayre and help us raise funds for our vital work with people with sight loss. Stalls include Grand Raffle, tombola, cake stall, Christmas crafts, lucky dip, jewellery, bric a
All proceeds go to the NSPCC. Tickets for the Thursday evening preview need to be pre-booked and always sell out fast, priced at £15 to include a glass of wine and canapés. For the first year all tickets for the Fair can be booked on line at www. nspcccastlehowardchristmasfair. co.uk
STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS 5 DECEMBER ‘Follow the Star’
7.30pm in the beautiful chapel of the Bar Convent in Blossom Street, York, to perform a selection of music and readings for Advent and Christmas. New conductor, Stuart Nettleship, will direct the choir in a choice selection of Christmas carols, accompanied by Geoffrey Coffin on the organ. There will also be an opportunity for the audience to join in some of the carols.
brac, bottle tombola and book stall. Something for all ages.
17 DECEMBER Christmas Carol Service
1.45 - 3.15pm at All Saints Church Huntington. Come and join us at our Community Carol Service. Enjoy your favourite hymns along with Christmas readings in the splendor of All Saints Church Huntington. All welcome. Share some Free Seasonal refreshments with us after the service. For further information or to sign up for a course, please contact Anne Parkinson, 01904 760037 or email a.parkinson@wilberforcetrust. org.uk.
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Proceeds to the Bar Convent’s Living Heritage Project. Tickets, £12, to include a glass of wine and a mince pie, should be purchased in advance. Available from the Bar Convent (tel. 01904 643238 or email: reception@bar-convent.org.uk )
20TH DECEMBER Traditional Carol Service
6.30pm at St Michael’s Church, Crambe. A seasonal mixture of readings, choir items and congregational carols will retell the Christmas story in this fine eleventh century church just off the A64 near Kirkham Priory. Once again Stuart Nettleship will conduct and Geoffrey Coffin will accompany the choir. As this is a service there is no charge for entry. All are welcome. For further details of both events, please go to www. stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk
informational hand-outs and LED bulb samples to view. £2 for non-members/ free to members
27 NOVEMBER Autumn Concert
ST NICKS 1 NOVEMBER Eco-Active Day
10am-2pm. Help plug hedge gaps by transplanting trees in St Nicks Nature Reserve - you will get a warm feeling and free lunch in return. Free entry.
WEDNESDAYS 1-3PM Eco-Crafters Club
Join in with crafts & natter. Bring your own project or use the opportunity to learn something new from the group and to share your own skills. Come to as many or few sessions as you like. £1.50, includes light refreshments.
6 NOVEMBER Talk on LED lighting
1940’S MUSIC & DANCE NIGHT 22ND NOVEMBER Mickey Ramsbottom & the Alka Seltzer Sisters
At Huntington Club. Featuring lively and nostalgic music from the era, from DJ - GI MURRAY. Join us on this fabulous dance floor, or sit and enjoy the cabaret. With dances for everyone including the Jive, Lindy Hop, Strolls, Jive Barn Dance, St Bernard’s Waltz, Square Tango, Valeta, Gay Gordons, Foxtrot, Quickstep, Waltz, Cha Cha Cha, etc. Book early to avoid disappointment.
7-9:30pm. This talk is part of St Nicks’ monthly socials. From 7.30pm, Randall Ghent will provide an introduction to LED lighting and explain where, when and how to make the switch to LED from fluorescent, incandescent and halogen lighting. There will be Doors open at 7pm with a stroll dance workshop. The dance begins at 7.30 prompt until 12pm. Period dress appreciated but not essential. Tickets are only £5.00 each. For further information or tickets, please email: either mickeyramsbottom@hotmail. co.uk or wendychilton@hotmail. co.uk This event supports Cancer Charities.
7.30pm at York St John University, Temple Hall, Lord Mayor’s Walk, York, YO31 7EX. This collaboration between professional, student and community musicians will offer a great mix of classical, world & folk music. Enjoy Spanish folksong settings by Rodrigo, cello music by Ginastera as well as popular operatic arias and other pieces performed by pianist David Hammond, soprano Lucy Jubb and cellist Catherine Strachan; community choir Communitas and the university student ensembles. This concert, kindly hosted by York St John’s, will be raising funds for St Nicks charity. Tickets £7/£5 unwaged & concessions on the door or £6/£4 in advance via the website or from the Environment Centre. Unless specified otherwise, events start at St Nicks Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, YO10 3ST. More info: www.stnicks.org.uk, 01904 411821
POPPLETON TITHE BARN 6 DECEMBER Christmas Fayre
10am – 4pm, Church Lane, Nether Poppleton, YO26 6LF. Stalls galore including homemade cake stall, tombola, jewellery, Christmas gifts and cards, £1.00 gift bags and many more.Complimentary
WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. refreshments included with entry ticket: £3 adults, children free. Santa’s Grotto 2- 4pm – a gift for every child with £2 ticket.
STOCKTON ON THE FOREST 4 DECEMBER York Light Orchestra presents ‘A festive ENCORE’
A concert of light orchestral music and festive favourites, suitable for everyone. Stockton on the Forest Village Hall at 7.30pm. Tickets £5, available from Karen tel: 870759 or Jill tel: 400442 or on the door. Raffle and wine bar. For more information on the orchestra see www.ylo.org.uk
5 DECEMBER Stockton on the Forest Primary School Christmas Fair
3.15 – 5.00pm in the school hall. Raffle, cakes and other festive goodies. Everyone welcome.
RSPCA YORK BRANCH 7 DECEMBER Christmas Fair
11 - 3 30 pm. There will be lots of stalls and exciting gifts for family and for your much loved pets. PLUS our Everyone a Winner stand, Teddy Tombola where everyone wins soft toys, surprise jars, homemade cakes and refreshments, bargain books galore, handmade items and more. Every penny earned goes to our York Home to care for our many animals in need of their forever home. PLEASE come along and support us and have a look at our animals who need you.
YORK AGAINST CANCER 28 DECEMBER NYMR Steam Train from Pickering to Whitby
Departs Pickering 10am. 2 ½ hrs free time in Whitby. Arrives back in Pickering at 3.35pm Adults £20, Children £10 & £45 families (inc.2 children). Refreshments will be available onboard Also a £10 raffle to win a footplate ride. For tickets or more details please contact 01904 764466 31 North Moor Road, Huntington, York. YO32 9QN.
CHRISTMAS FAIR 19 NOVEMBER Terrington Hall School Christmas Fair
12 - 5.00pm. Come and do your Christmas shopping with lots of fabulous stalls, Christmas raffle, Cafe serving light lunches, tea, coffee and festive cakes and singing from the school choir. Everyone welcome.
ST NICHOLAS CHRISTMAS FAYRE 27 November - 21 December
Parliament Street See York come alive with Victorian costumed traders, carol singers and the delicious smells of roasted chestnuts and hot chocolate laced with brandy. The Fayre offers a range of markets specialising in gifts, crafts, and the very best in local farm produce. Parliament Street, St Sampson’s Square and Coppergate will be lined with the eye-catching wooden huts that house a range of traders, each offering up different festive delights.
SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP 14 NOVEMBER A presentation and video of A Farm in War and Peace 7.30pm SH Village Hall. This is an account of how life carried on throughout the war years. Also help us identify some events and photographs from our archives. Refreshments, cakes, raffle. Entrance £5 on the door.
26 NOVEMBER Christmas & New Year traditions
7.30 SH Village Hall. An evening of recollections of the special activities and customs around the Festive celebrations. Do you have stories to tell about your personal traditions, a family activity that has been handed down through the generations. What is Frumenty? Come to the evening and we can tell you. Seasonal refreshments, £1 members £2 visitors on the door. For more information contact Margaret 01347 878465.
BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 10 NOVEMBER Wigginton Recreation Centre
1.30pm – 4pm and 5pm – 7pm.
ST LEONARDS HOSPICE LIGHT UP A LIFE 3 DECEMBER
Easingwold Village Green at 7pm
7 DECEMBER
St Helen’s Square, York at 6pm
14 DECEMBER
Selby Abbey at 4.30pm
Do you run a local club? Do you have an event in December or January?
Dedicate a light in memory of a loved one as a gift in honour or a friend or relative. Our Christmas trees will all bear hundreds of twinkling lights, each one representing the life of someone special. The trees will be illuminated at the above special Carol Services.
4 DECEMBER Candles on the Ouse
6pm on the banks of the River Ouse, York. Hundreds of paper candles in the shape of water lilies will be set adrift to float down the river.
KIDS STUFF SALE 8 NOVEMBER Sheriff Hutton Village Hall 2-4pm Great quality used children’s toys, clothing &
equipment at bargain prices! Refreshments & raffle. Adm Adults 50p, children free. Donations to the village hall on 8th Nov 9.30-11.30pm. (No car seats). Proceeds to Sheriff Hutton Preschool Playgroup.
friendsofhuntingtonschool@ gmail.com or on 07790 837855 Organised by Friends of Huntington School York, Charity No: 1155628
FOOD, DRINK & CRAFT FAIR 28 NOVEMBER Huntington Secondary School
6:30pm to 8:30pm Lots of stalls for everyone - your one stop Christmas shop! Entrance 50p adults, children free. Stalls cost £10 and a raffle/tombola prize. The cost includes your details in our fair program which goes out to all our students/parents and also anyone who comes to the fair. Contact Joanne Olsen for details or to book a stall at
ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS, YORK LOCAL GROUP 13 NOVEMBER Illustrated talk
“ Jungle Birding in Northern Thailand’’ by Richard Baines. 7.30pm at Temple Hall, York St. John University, Lord Mayors Walk, York, YO31 7EX. Nonmembers welcome. Entrance £2.50 Group members, £3.00 non members.
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ACTIVITIES & HOBBIES CLAXTON & SAND HUTTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Contact Rachel: 07970 956022. CRAFT AND CHAT GROUP Contact: 01904 762255. EWENIQUE MACHINE KNITTING CLUB Contact 01904 399697. FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB Indoor meetings are held in Flaxton Village Hall and commence at 7.30 pm. HAXBY & WIGGINTON FLOWER CLUB Contact Janet Pepper on 01347 823601 or visit our website www. haxbyandwiggintonflowerclub. com HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB. Contact Ginny, Secretary: 01904 768516. HAXBY & WIGGINTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Contact Clare: 079800 26690. HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Peter Stanhope on 01904 760467 HUNTINGTON PETANQUE CLUB Call Dennis Woodcock on (01904) 762698 or Sheila on (01904) 768849. HUNTINGTON BRIDGE CLUB Contact Marianne: 01904 761892. HUNTINGTON OVER SIXTIES CLUB Contact Sonia: 01904 632782. NEW EARSWICK BRIDGE CLUB Contact: 01904 760639. NEW EARSWICK CAMERA CLUB Contact: www. communigate.co.uk/york/ newearswickcameraclub. NEW EARSWICK SWIMMING CLUB Contact: 01904 768163 or visit www.newearswicksc. co.uk. or ring Coaching enquiries: 01904 765397 or email memberships@ newearswicksc.co.uk. 90 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP Contact Bryan: 01904 764648 or email: www. yorkareagroup.co.uk. SHERIFF HUTTON ANGLERS www.shanglers.wordpress. com For futher details contact either of the following. Mr Mike Kirby - Secretary Tel 01904 415932, kirbym@btconnect. com or Mr Phillip Wileman (Treasurer) Tel: 07983300068, phillipwileman@hotline.co.uk SILVER SONG BOX Contact Thea Jacob on 01904 634390 STRENSALL ST MARY’S ART GROUP Telephone 01904 492217 or 01904 490079 STRENSALL BRIDGE CLUB Strensall Village Hall, Thursday at 7pm For non-serious bridge. Contact John: 01904 769618. STRENSALL DINING GROUP Contact: 01904 490987. STRENSALL READING GROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 490876 or Pam: 01904 764518. STRENSALL STRIDERS Meet every Wed at the Ship Inn in Strensall at 6.15pm. Please just turn up on a Wednesday evening or contact us through Facebook or Email strensallstriders@ outlook.com. YORK & DISTRICT SPINNERS, WEAVERS & DYERS Contact: 01904 794795 or 07598 929912 YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Meets each Thursday at 8pm at the Bishopthorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe. YORK BONSAI SOCIETY. Contact: Andy 01757 268145. YORK CAVING CLUB Contact: 07747 063181 or visit www.yorkcavingclub. org.uk or email: info@ yorkcavingclub.org.uk. YORK GARRISON WAR GAMING CLUB Contact Lee on 07990 544365 or www.yorkgarrison. co.uk
YORK LADIES CIRCLE See our website www. ladiescircle.co.uk/York. We are also on Facebook & Twitter YORK MODEL BOAT CLUB Contact Ray 01904 702480 Contact Steve: 01904 424155 or www.yorkmodelboatclub. co.uk YORK PHILATELIC SOCIETY Contact Richard Billinge: 01904 411455 or richard. billinge@btinternet.com or Tony: 01904 411378 or aew6@york.ac.uk or Trevor: 01904 764140 or trevorcollins834@btinternet. com. YORKSHIRE MINIATURISTS ASSOCIATION Contact Ann: 01757 288974 or Elizabeth: 01904 795361. YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE 01904 769176. info@oakengrove.org.uk YORK SCRIBES York Scribes was formed in 1990 to encourage enthusiasts and practitioners of calligraphy to increase their understanding, knowledge and skills. For details of workshops and membership please contact Judith England (j.england.bunter@gmail.com). Our annual taster Day will be held on Sat 17 Jan 2015. Details from Margaret Beech (margaret@beeches13. freeserve.co.uk). Places are limited. Pre-booking is essential.
ADVICE & SUPPORT AGE UK YORK Contact: 01904 627995or visit www.ageukyork.org.uk. ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE SOCIETY Contact 01904 567701 or email yorkservices@ alzheimers.org.uk or visit www.alzheimers.org.uk. IT Centre, York Science Park, Innovation Way, York YO10 5NP. SAVE A BABY’S LIFE Workshops Held throughout the City. Contact Tel. 01904767452 BREATHE EASY YORK
Contact Sue: 01904 410 003 or visit www.breatheeasyyork. co.uk. CANCER CARE CENTRE The Centre is open Mon to Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm. Contact: 01904 721166. CITIZEN ADVICE BUREAU Free and confidential advice. Contact: 0844 826 9705 or visit www.yorkcab.org.uk. EBOR LIFESAVING CLUB Learn lifesaving skills with qualified RLSS trainers. Contact the secretary on eborlsc@hotmail.co.uk or Tel. 01904 767452 HALVES Lost your other half? If so, we meet for a friendly chat over refreshments. Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York. 1st Sat each month at 12pm. Contact Margaret: 01904 415894 MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY YORK BRANCH Contact: 01904 758577 or visit www2.mssociety.org. uk/York OAKEN GROVE SURFERS Contact: 01904 769176. OLDER CITIZENS ADVOCACY YORK – OCAY Contact: 01904 676200 or e-mail ocay@btconnect.com. PARKINSONS UK Contact Jayne, Information& Support Officer: 0844 225 36 32 or Kate: 01904 758355. REFLECT Gateway centre, Acomb, Contact: 01904 676710 or visit www.reflectyork.co.uk or www.careconfidential.com. SAMARITANS OF YORK & DISTRICT 89 Nunnery Lane, York YO23 1AH. Contact: 01904 655888 or 08457 90 90 90 or visit www. samaritans.org.uk. SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK Second floor of Piccadilly Multistorey Car Park in York Centre. Contact: 01904 679222. THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY 32 Castlegate, Malton, YO17 7DT. Admin Line : 01653 692583. Support Line 01653
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YORK • NOVEMBER 2014 • ISSUE 106 699599. Email : mail@ encephalitis.info. or visit www. encephalitis.info YORK AND DISTRICT PAIN MANAGEMENT SUPPORT GROUP Contact Gordon: 01904 491141 or Jill: 01904 708490 or visit www.ypmsg.co.uk. YORK CORONARY SUPPORT GROUP TRUST For more information please visit www.ycsgt.org.uk YORVIK GATEWAY CLUB. Contact Club Leader Debbie: 0791 9191372. YORK RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS SUPPORT GROUP (YORKRA) Priory Street Centre, 15 Priory Street, York. Contact: 01904 642227.
ANIMALS & WILDLIFE HEARING DOGS FOR DEAF PEOPLE Contact: 01844 348100 or email info@hearingdogs.org. uk or visit www.hearingdogs. org.uk. ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS - YORK LOCAL GROUP Contact: 01904 794865 or visit www.yorkrspb.org.uk.
ENVIRONMENTAL FRIENDS OF ST NICHOLAS FIELDS York Environment Centre, Rawdon Avenue, York, YO10 3ST. Contact: 01904 411821. HAXBY AND WIGGINTON YORK IN TRANSITION Contact: 01904 760659. RIVER FOSS SOCIETY. Contact the Secretary: 01904 768071 or visit www. riverfosssociety.co.uk. All our events listed in the ‘Whats on’ section are open to nonmembers aswell.
FUNDRAISING BRITISH RED CROSS Contact Linda: 01904 692550 or Helen: 01904 693027. FRIENDS OF YORK HOSPITALS. Contact Friends Office: 01904 726762 or email friendsofyorkhospital@york. nhs.uk. MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP
Contact Ron, Chairman: 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or email ron. middlemass@o2.co.uk.
choir please email: info@ stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk or visit www. stamfordbridgesingers.co.uk
RNLI GALTRES FOREST BRANCH Please contact Sue Lowe on 01904 491133 or antheahirst99@yahoo.com
THE SHEPHERD GROUP BRASS BAND Ring Charles: 07802 190250.
HISTORY CITY OF YORK AND DISTRICT FAMILY HISTORY SOCIETY Contact Mike: 01904 767013 or visit www.yorkfamilyhistory. org.uk. HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Contact Ian: 01904 768516. STRENSALL LOCAL HISTORY GROUP Monthly meetings, hear a variety of speakers or to participate in workshops held in Strensall Village Hall on the last Wednesday of the month at 7pm. SHERIFF HUTTON HISTORY GROUP
Please contact Margaret Thompsom 01347 878465 for further details.
YORK LIBRARIES Contact: 01904 552660.
MUSIC & THEATRE CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND Contact Laura, Pipe Major: 01904 763243 or John: 01423 879519. FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL. Contact Membership Secretary/York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit friends@ yorktheatreroyal.co.uk. GENERATION GROOVE COMMUNITY CONCERT BAND in Haxby. Contact Martin Leach 07790 566492 or visit www.generationgroove.org.uk for details of membership and forthcoming concerts. HAXBY SINGERS. Contact Bob or Edna on 01904 769136 IN-2-ACTING Contact 01904 769176 or admin@oakengrove.org.uk STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS To hire us or to join the
YORK CONCERT BAND . Contact the Secretary, Jill: 01904 629065. YORK FAMILY CHOIR A brand new singing group for the whole community. For details visit www. singingcommunities.co.uk YORK LIGHT ORCHESTRA Contact the secretary: 01904 870759 or visit www.ylo. org.uk.
PLAYGROUPS EARWIGS, NEW EARSWICK Centre information champion, on 01904 552646. HAXBY PLAYGROUPS Contact: 01904 768966 or email manager@ haxbyplaygroups.org.uk or visit www.haxbyplaygroups. org.uk LITTLE FISHES Hurst Hall, Strensall. From September 10-11.30am Contact Claire: 01904 499684 THE WONDER YEARS Contact: 01904 758717 HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & TODDLERS Contact Lynne: 01904 765017 or email enquiries@ huntingtonpreschool.org.uk. MARYGATE PRESCHOOL at Clifton Methodist Church, Clifton, York. T: 07922 538027. marygatepreschoolyork@ yahoo.com marygatepreschoolyork.co.uk ORCHARD PARK PRE-SCHOOL Contact Sandra: 07407 700315 or 01904 626361. POPPLETON UNDER FIVES For more info visit www. poppletonunderfives.org.uk or call 07530 342716 SHERIFF HUTTON PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri 9am3pm during term time. Please visit www.sheriff-hutton-
playgroup.org or telephone 07717 799646. SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES AND TODDLERS GROUP. Thurs 9:45-11:45am during term time at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Contact Margaret 01347 878314. SHIPTON PRE-SCHOOL & TODDLERS. Contact: 07546 571089. SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL Contact Kerry or Suzanne: 07799727656. STOCKTON LANE PLAYGROUP Contact Fiona: 07746 806426. STRENSALL PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 492937 or email sarahsmithpg@btconnect. com. STRENSALL TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP Contact Stepping Stones Preschool on 01904 442826 STRENSALL STEPPING STONES PRE-SCHOOL Contact Vicki on 01904 442826 TREASURE CHEST Contact: www.treasurechest. org.uk or helpline:support@ treasurechest.org. YORK FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE Contact: 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244.
SCOUTS & GUIDES DUNNINGTON SCOUTS, CUBS & BEAVERS Contact Group Scout Leader, Brian Prince: 01904 489364/07552 353571 or bjprince56@yahoo.co.uk Always on the look-out for leaders! DUNNINGTON RAINBOWS & BROWNIES Contact Karen Prince 01904 489364. Always on the lookout for new leaders! 2ND HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Contact Linda Parkinson: 01904 769167. HAXBY MOOR DISTRICT GIRL GUIDING
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To register visit www. girlguiding.org.uk/ interested. Contact District Commissioner: Emma Uttley 01904 760258 1ST HEWORTH SCOUT GROUP Contact Matthew on 07974901386 or visit www.1st-heworth.org.uk for more info. 29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS Contact Stephanie Easton: 07875 541520 LORD MAYORS OWN SCOUT GROUP Contact Dave Petty (01904) 761206. Website www. lordmayorsown.btck.co.uk Vacancies for children 6 – 14 years. CHRISTCHURCH SCOUT GROUP (STOCKTON LANE) Simon Errington Tel: 01904-430651 STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP Contact Kath Shapcott: 01904 421096.
AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD Contact: 2487@aircadets.org
SOCIETIES HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Contact Mike: 01904 769507. HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A Contact John: 01904 769618. STRENSALL & HUNTINGTON WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Meet the third Tuesday of every month at 7. 15.p.m. in Strensall Village Hall. For more information please contact the Secretary, Dorothea Scarlett on 01904 761198 WIGGINTON & HAXBY OVER SIXTIES Contact Margaret, Secretary: 01904 760625 WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Contact Angela Bailey, 01904 763229
VILLAGE HALL HIRE
FOSTON & THORNTON LE CLAY VILLAGE HALL Contact Fiona: 01904 468773. HAXBY MEMORIAL HALL Contact www. haxbymemorialhall.org or ring the caretaker: 01904 764358. HUNTINGTON MEMORIAL HALL Contact the Caretaker: 01904 760044. OAKEN GROVE YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE Contact Paul: 01904 769176. ORCHARD PARK HALL Ring Peter on 01904 640632 SAND HUTTON AND CLAXTON VILLAGE HALL Contact: 01904 468001 SHERIFF HUTTON VILLAGE HALL Call Steph on 07913 409 689 or email villagehall@ sheriffhutton.co.uk STOCKTON-ON-THE-FOREST VILLAGE HALL Contact: 01904 400409. THE OLD SCHOOL, WIGGINTON.
Contact John and Wendy Jeffery 01904 760764 or email: clerk@ wiggintonparishcouncil.org.uk.
WALKING GROUPS 2ND SUNDAY RAMBLING CLUB Contact Helen: 01904 782891 or Hazel: 01904 760897. WIGBY WALKERS Contact Dorothy 01904 767392 YORK RAMBLERS Visit the website www. yorkramblers.org.uk or phone 01904-628134.
SPORTS CLUBS CAPOEIRA IN YORK Capoeira is an exciting Brazilian art form combining elements of martial arts, dance, music & acrobatics. Email or phoneJohn Jobling on john@ciyc.org.uk or 07962963406 HAXBY SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Contact Ian: 07909 991541or
CHRISTMAS FAYRE FOLK HALL, NEW EARSWICK
SATURDAY 13TH DECEMBER 2014 Come and enjoy some family fun at the Wilberforce Trust Christmas Fayre and help us vital raise funds for our work with people with sight loss.
Wilberforce Trust 49 North Moor Road, Huntington, York YO32 9QN WWW.wilberforcetrust.org.uk 92 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
Stalls include Grand Raffle, tombola, cake stall, Christmas crafts, lucky dip, jewellery, bric a brac, bottle tombola and book stall. Something for all ages. along.
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HAXBY TOWN JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Contact Neil: 01904 761908. HEWORTH TENNIS CLUB www.heworthtennisclub. co.uk or email info@ heworthtennisclub.co.uk HUNTINGTON JUNIOR FOOTBALL CLUB Contact Karl: 07896 674299 or gafbr@rocketmail.com. Contact Jason: 07714471271 NEW EARSWICK CRICKET CLUB Contact Paul: 07533655470 or paul.stimpson3@btinternet. com or Matt: 07885282937 or matty_ noble@hotmail.co.uk HAXBY NETBALL CLUB Contact the secretary, Alison: 01904 612268 or 07751 984840 or Val: 07708 050307. HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Contact Club’s secretary Pam: 07547 095 603 or junior section, Audrey Smith: 01904
NEW EARSWICK TENNIS CLUB Contact Joanne: 07835 948593 HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Please contact Audrey Smith 01904 761641 / 07936 746 439 / 07547 095 603
AND SPORTS ASSOCIATION Contact: 07951 920308 or strensallsa@tesco.net.
WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB Contact Colin: 01904 760877 or colin.ellis23@talktalk.net
STRENSALL FOOTBALL CLUB. Contact Clare Inkster on 07932 392231
WIGGINTON GRASSHOPPERS Contact Richard, FA Level 1 instructor: 07814 266987.
STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING CLUB Contact Annette, Secretary: 01904 492807
YORK HOTSHOTS CHEERLEADING CLUB Contact Anna: 07507638804 or e-mail yorkhotshots@ hotmail.co.uk
PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS CLUB Contact Ruth: 07886926420
STRENSALL SHORT MAT INDOOR BOWLS Contact Jackie: 01904 492993.
POPPLETON BADMINTON CLUB We play non-league badminton on Monday and Thursday evenings from 8.30 pm until 10.00 pm at The Poppleton Centre. For more details please contact Caroline Steel on 01904 787191 or carosteel@hotmail.co.uk”
STRENSALL THURSDAY EVENING BADMINTON CLUB For more details please call Stephen Marshall on 01904 490440 or stephen. marshall2@homecall.co.uk
SANDBURN HALL BADMINTON CLUB. Contact Stephen: 01904 490440. SHERIFF HUTTON BOWLS CLUB 01347 810233 STRENSALL COMMUNITY YOUTH
TERRINGTON LAWN BOWLS CLUB Contact: 01653 619276 emsg1967-bowls@yahoo. co.uk WIGGINTON & HAXBY TABLE TENNIS Meets Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby on Tuesday 7-9pm. wiggintonhaxbytabletennis. co.uk
YORK ROULEURS Visit yorkrouleurs.co.uk or email yorkrouleurs@gmail.com YORK VIKINGS BASKETBALL CLUB For more details contact Brian Prince: 01904 489364/07552 353571 or yvbc@yorkvikings. org.uk (www.yorkvikings. org.uk).
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NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY STEAM TRAIN - PICKERING TO WHITBY
Departs Pickering 10am. 2.30 hours free time in Whitby Arrives back in Pickering at £3.35pm Adults £20, Children £10 & £45 Families (inc. 2 children) Refreshments will be available onboard Also a £10 raffle to win a footplate ride For tickets or more details please contact Tel 01904 764466 31 North Moor Road Huntington, York YO32 9QN www.thehandymag.co.uk • 01653 690859 • 93
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GARAGE DOORS Haxby Garage Doors..........74 Hobman Garage Doors.......28
BATHROOMS Bluewater Bathrooms & Kitchens............................11 Monks Cross Tiles..............21 York Bathrooms.................29
DAMP PROOFING Eastgate Building Contractors. GARDENS ..........................................6 Castle Howard Garden Centre. ........................................47 DECORATING SUPPLIES Harrison and Hargreaves....22 Graphica Resin Surfaces....13 Jim’s Mowing....................67 BEAUTY DENTISTS Eve Rose Beauty................45 Howardian Dental Practice.. 43 Lushington Garden Buildings.. ........................................69 Grace Glover......................43 DRAINAGE Marks Garden Services......69 Nails of Beauty...................53 Sculpture Hair & Beauty.....45 Easaway............................63 York Landscapes & Maintenance......................68 DRIVEWAYS BLINDS AA Blinds............................8 Graphica Resin Surfaces....13 GRAPHIC DESIGN Number 23........................70 Blind Image.......................12 ELECTRICAL & WHITE Hillarys Blinds....................34 GOODS HAIRDRESSERS R Yates and Sons Ltd...........7 Sculpture Hair & Beauty.....45 BUILDERS ALH Builders......................12 ELECTRICIANS JOINERS Allanson Builders Ltd..........35 Allanson Electrical..............14 Attic Attack........................19 Eastgate Building Contractors. HC Engineering Ltd............53 Joinery and Property Services. ..........................................6 Judge Electrical...................8 ........................................70 Mark Smith Electrical.........73 KITCHENS & BEDROOMS BUSINESS COACHING & Wilson Electrical (York) Ltd.. 22 Bluewater Bathrooms & ADVICE Steve Page........................53 CARE Helping Hands Home Care.. 43 CARPET CLEANING Clifton Carpet Cleaning.......71 Future Carpet Cleaning Services Ltd......................63 Kevin Atkinson Carpet Cleaning............................71 Smart-Dry.........................58 Ultraclean..........................34 CARS & SERVICING Harland Fletcher Towing 94 • info@thehandymag.co.uk
ESTATE AGENTS Ewe Move...........................5 Hudson Moody...................96 FENCING & SHEDS Apex Shed & Fencing.........66 Linear Fencing...................66 York Fencing......................69 FINANCES Pen Life Chartered Financial Planners............................33 FIREPLACES & STOVES Focus Fireplaces..................5
Kitchens............................11 CK Home Solutions............61 Dream Doors Ltd...............19 Instyle Kitchens Facelift........9 Instyle Kitchens & Bedrooms.3 Kitchen Revive...................26 York Kitchens.....................29 LOCKSMITHS Afford-a-Lock....................73 MARKETS Hovingham Village Market..44 MOBILITY MV Mobility.......................45
NURSERIES & CHILDCARE York Montessori Nursery......... 382OPTICIANS Haxby Opticians.................44 OVEN CLEANING Ultraclean..........................34 PAINTING & DECORATING Dave Kavanagh Painting & Decorating.........................70 Gary Roe Painting & Decorating.........................74 Kevin Grimmond & Son Decorators.........................28 Painter & Decorator............70 Peter Riley Decorator.........73 R Barker Painting & Decorating.........................73 PLASTERING ABM Plastering & Tiling......70 PLUMBING & HEATING DJC Plumbing, Heating and Gas Engineers...................63 Gas Servicing by Gemma...70 GW Plumbing......................2 Haxby Plumbing & Heating.34 Kenson Gas and Plumbing.. 15 PLUMBING - GENERAL Ken Hamilton Plumber & Tiler. ........................................12 Plumbing by Taylor.............73 TP Plumbing Ltd................77 PROPERTY MAINTENANCE HC Engineering Ltd............53 Joinery and Property Services. ........................................70 Martin Chippendale Joinery & Property Maintenance........68 RMB Building Maintenance.71 SM Maintenance................81 Ultimate Plastic Solutions...63 Yorkshire Home & Property Services............................54 RENEWABLE ENERGY Peak Power Systems..........18 ROOFING & GUTTERING Abby Roofing & Maintenance.. ........................................71 Able Roofing......................70 Bradshaws Roofing............57 John Pletts Roofing............28 RT Maintenance.................26 Taylor & Son Roofing..........69
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YORK • NOVEMBER 2014 • ISSUE 106
SHUTTERS Beautifully Shuttered..........22
VENTILATION Envirovent.........................71
SOFT FURNISHINGS Elaine Johnson Fabrics & Interiors...............................4 Interiors at Nine to Eleven...25
VETS Battle Flatts Veterinary Clinic... ........................................79 Station House Vets.............81
SOLICITORS Coles Solicitors Ltd............65
WINDOW CLEANING Andy Clean........................73
TILES Direct Tile Importers...........14 Monks Cross Tiles..............21
WINDOWS, DOORS & CONSERVATORIES Cloudy2Clear.....................55 Crystal Clear Home Improvements....................17 DGMS...............................63 Inceil.................................35 Norton Joinery Ltd.............23 Square Deals.....................21 Ultimate Plastic Solutions...63 Window Distribution Ltd........8
TILING ABM Plastering & Tiling......70 GT Ceramic Tiling...............70 Ken Hamilton Plumber & Tiler. ........................................12 TRAVEL Conexo Travel....................65 Team Coordin8..................53 TREE SURGEONS Bartlett Tree Experts...........67 Yorkshire Tree Surgeons.....67
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