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elcome to the first Handy Mag of 2014; already 1 month in. I hope you’ve had a good start.

For the HandyMags, in getting the first edition to you, the New Year always starts with a flurry of activity and it is after only getting the magazines to print that I feel back to normal.

However, this New Year is with a difference for the HandyMag; and we’re quite excited. Having run the magazines from home for many years, alongside the family dogs and being ever-available for the childrens’ return from school, we happened upon an office in Malton that was simply too good to pass over. Next month I’ll be talking to you about the merits of our more business-like situation and the drawbacks of not being able to work in slippers (and that applies to Nicky too!), in no longer mixing work with putting the washing on and having consultations with the dogs (great listeners). In all seriousness it will be good, making us much more accessible to businesses and the community we serve. I’m really excited, though I can see not sharing my lunch with the dogs and the easy supply of cakes and patisserie being a bit of an issue, especially post-Christmas!

Drop in and see us at 5a Market Street in Malton.

There is free parking in the Market Place for 2 hours and when you’ve visited us, there are lots of lovely independent retailers to visit afterwards.

Anyway enough about us. This months’ magazine includes an unprecedented number of articles about our local businesses and the events pages are bursting. Normally February is a quiet month; but this year we all seem to have hit the ground running. A year full of early promise and optimism!

Well done to Mr & Mrs Johnson and Mrs Thorpe for winning the November and December competitions.

Until next time…

Marianne

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The views expressed in the articles are not necessarily those of the publisher. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or part without written permission is strictly prohibited.

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ANIMALS Has your pet piled on the pounds?.................... 39 Horse vaccination.............................................. 40 BUSINESS FEATURES Excellence from a local multi-trade team.............. 8 Two become one at Interiors at Nine to Eleven.. 12 Clearly good value at Millennium Windows........ 16 JC-IT................................................................. 22 Setting your intention and focus for 2014.......... 23 And to the taxman I bequeath........................... 27 Let your home put cash back in your pocket..... 28 Bathrooms that make you say wow!.................. 31 Kitchen an bedroom designs to suit you............ 32 A comfortable room whatever the weather........ 49 COMMUNITY Build it!.............................................................. 14 What’s on.......................................................... 53 FOOD AND DRINK Sausages and puy lentils................................... 42 GENERAL A good read...................................................... 48 Ella’s column..................................................... 20 HEALTH Gum disease and how to prevent it................... 37 HOMES AND GARDENS Gardening: Pet proofing your garden................. 24 MOTORING Kia Ray EV........................................................ 44 PUZZLES Puzzle Page...................................................... 50 Competition....................................................... 40

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Based in Haxby, owner Andrew Breckons set up his company in 2011 with the aim of giving homeowners and landlords a first class building service and complete maintenance solution for anything from building extensions to new kitchens and bathrooms, general repairs to property renovations.

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Stitches Interiors, which has been a feature of the Market Place since 1981, is integrating with Interiors at Nine to Eleven further along the road to form a huge design centre with inspiration for any home. With everything under one roof, it will be easy to envisage your dream interior and have all the products and expertise on hand to make it a reality.

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An exciting project to raise £300,000 for a new community hall in Strensall.

Throughout 2014 the Church will be running a varied programme of fundraising events to help support the project. The project is run by volunteers and the team would like to hear from anyone who can help by way of offering their time, organising skills or ideas. There are already some ways to get involved over the coming months….

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he ‘Build it!’ project is led by Rev. Martin Harrison, the Vicar of St. Mary’s Church in Strensall to raise £300,000 to build a new community hall. The new hall will be built next to the church in the heart of the village.

A staggering £75,000 has already been raised by members of the congregation and they have now set themselves a two year target to raise the remaining funds so that work can commence.

The present church was built in 1866. It has seen many changes but has always held strong links with the local community. The existing hall is old and in need of repair. Once the new hall has been built the Church will be ideally placed to continue serving the community for many years to come.

Build it! Is part of a refurbishment programme which has already seen the inside of the church remodelled and a new car park created.

Martin feels that this is both an exciting time for the church and the village and says ‘This is a great opportunity to give to the community which we serve. Once finished, the new hall will be opened to families and organisations who are looking for a facility to meet and to celebrate family occasions.

We also hope to encourage new local groups and organisations to use the hall for their group sessions.

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Artist’s impression of the new hall.

In April and November the church will be collecting any unwanted clothes, bedding and shoes to send to charity. In June they will be hosting their annual St Crux Day in York City Centre where we ask for donations of items that can be sold.

More information on the project and details of all events can be found on the website www. strensallstmarys.org.uk To offer your help and support, to find out more information or if you would like to offer a donation, please telephone 01904 490683 or email builditstmarys@btinternet.com or write to The Vicarage, 10 York Road, Strensall, York, YO32 5UN Let’s build it! together; it’s in your hands.

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ELLA...

ON VALENTINE’S DAY Valentine’s Day, a day dedicated to the celebration of life partners and love.

There are several such days each year to remember that there are people who love us and probably need reminding of that fact with a card that has a poem in it.

Sharing the love, isn’t it adorable?

The Ancient Greeks had four different words for love. Storge was a love between family members, éros was a romantic love, agápe for a selfless, giving kind of love - all three are recognisably celebrated in our modern calendar. Their final definitive type of love was called philia, meaning the type of love shared between friends, including the idea of loyalty and common interests. This is the only one of the four which appears to be missing from our celebration days, which to me seems more than unfair.

To be considered unworthy of its own special day implies that we undervalue the importance of friendship. Why is it that these people, the ones we have specifically selected rather than simply got stuck with, are less deserving of recognition for being such a significant part our lives?

Being single is perfectly normal, not giving to charity is sometimes understandable, having no family is unfortunate but can be supplemented by other relationships. However, being friendless is perhaps the saddest thing imaginable. Besides, who is it that we turn to when our other relationships turn sour?

In fact, thanks to social media, even the word “friend” has been umbrella-ed out to mean anyone you may or may not have met at a party two weeks ago. Although in reality, philia is arguably one of the most fragile kinds of love - a friendship is not only sinkable, it takes effort to keep it afloat.

Nevertheless, I probably wouldn’t rally for the instalment of a “friendship day” to the list of annual events, not merely because it sounds horribly tacky, but it’s not all that surprising to learn that such a thing was already invented by a greetings card company in order to increase sales in August.

Instead, perhaps it would be more sensible to simply hand over all of the days that are not reserved for siblings, parents, spouses, crushes, and everyone else, to the celebration and appreciation of our friends, who help us deal with all of the above. Ella

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The recently introduced Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) is a new initiative that provides grants and subsidies for people replacing their old heating systems with more efficient, energy saving alternatives. For many people with older central heating systems, the RHI payments will cover all of your installation and running costs for the life of the scheme.

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TO CAT LOVERS EVERYWHERE! As usual last year was a busy year for York Cats Protection Adoption Centre. A big thank you to all of our supporters, whether you have adopted a cat, donated some money or dropped off a tin of cat food you have helped us to improve the life of many cats. Not only did we find new homes for 360 cats but we also helped to neuter hundreds of cats across our region - cats that no doubt would have created hundreds more unwanted moggies if they had been left unneutered.

Please remember that getting your cat neutered is one of the most important things you can do to keep it healthy. Cats Protection can help those cat owners on low incomes with the cost of this simple procedure, so please contact us if you need financial help to neuter your cat.

The start of 2014 has seen a surge of homing activity and we are saying goodbye to many of our furry friends…and then saying hello to a whole load of new arrivals. Despite this we still have a few cats in the Centre who have been with us for a little longer and it’s these cats we are keenest to find new homes for.

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Meanwhile, heat the olive oil in a deep frying pan and fry the shallots for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften.

Sprinkle over the brown sugar and cook for a further 8-10 minutes until the shallots are golden and caramelised.

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By James Baggott, MD of BlackballMedia.co.uk

THE KNOWLEDGE Kia is entering the electric vehicle market in 2014 with an EV version of its Soul mini SUV.

W

e headed to South Korea to try that car’s forerunner, the Ray EV, which is leading the charge for the brand’s electric future. We took it for a spin around the heaving city to see what we could learn about the Soul that will use an enhanced version of its tech.

WHAT IS IT?

situated in the more traditional location under the bonnet. We won’t concentrate too much on what the Ray features, as much of this has been enhanced for the Soul. The Soul EV has a range of 125 miles, can be fully charged in five hours or topped up in just 25 minutes with a fast charger.

Top speed is 90mph and it will hit 60mph in around 14 seconds.

Let’s clear this up from the start – the Ray is not, and will never be, available in the UK. But this car is pioneering the technology that will appear in the Soul EV in the UK in the winter of 2014.

The Ray is a micro city car for the Korean market where some 67,000 have been sold. The EV version, though, is only available on a pilot car sharing scheme in Seoul where 180 of the tiny cars are available to 15,000 members for as little as £3 an hour. Kia has been using the scheme to gain data on its EV models that it has used to refine the mass production Soul version.

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That’s unclear at this point, but what we do know is that when the Soul EV arrives it will be the most expensive model in the range. That will mean it’s likely to have Kia’s top spec with a clever sat nav system that will point out recharging locations and range, just like our Ray EV test car did.

Kia did tell us the Soul will come with heated and cooling front and rear seats and a heated steering wheel. Slightly different bumpers and headlamps, and a charge point in the grille, will mark out the EV model from the rest of the Soul range.

BMW are the latest entrants to this market with the i3, but electric car buyers can also choose from more established

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What’s it like to drive?

On clogged streets in South Korea’s capital, we found the brisk, smooth acceleration of the battery powered model a boon. The silent running makes for a relaxing drive and the added weight from the batteries was hard to spot. Regenerative braking was also impressive, if a little aggressive at slamming on the anchors at times.

THE VERDICT

We’re impressed with Kia’s first entry into the EV market. There’s currently no word on pricing for the Soul or whether buyers will be offered the car complete with batteries to buy outright, like Nissan, or rented the batteries and sold the car, like Renault.

What was clear from our test drive, though, is that Kia has EV technology pretty much nailed and it’s ready to go. Fact in the likelihood the manufacturer’s competitive pricing will be brought into the equation, the Soul EV could be the shake up the segment needs.

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This book kept my attention from start to finish.

Boffin, the robot, is a funny character and easily gets bored.

All he wants to do is live the life of a real boy so when Tom comes along he sees his chance. I loved the adventures that Tom and Boffin had together. Boffin often got the meanings of words mixed up which ended in him doing funny and silly things. I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to my friends.

Review by Jack’s mum, Nicky This is the story of the world’s first free-thinking robot, Boffin Brainchild. He has been scientifically programmed to learn as a human child does by watching, listening and copying those around him. Boffin is very clever – and very bored.

Standing on show in a science museum is not his idea of fun and he longs to be a real boy.

Tom is on a school trip to the museum to see Boffin Brainchild. He has waited weeks for the day to arrive and is fascinated by the revolutionary robot. When he has to leave to catch the school bus with the rest of his class, free-thinking Boffin decides to leave his platform and go with him.

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Tom is horrified and tries to lose the robot, but despite his best efforts, Boffin manages to escape and ends up on the school bus! Scared of being accused of stealing the robot, Tom feels his only option is to disguise Boffin as a real boy.

How long can Tom and Boffin keep up the pretence to his parents, friends and the teachers at school? What will happen if they get found out?

Humorous, interesting and with drama this book is perfect for children from the age of 8 upwards. The story of friendship and adventure is hugely entertaining and with some valuable lessons for life thrown in, you will find it hard to put this book down.

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Roddy Doyle Review by Kath Bennett To be honest, it is a shock to find out that Jimmy Rabbitte is middle aged with teenage children.

It shouldn’t be - after all, The Commitments was over twenty years ago - but it is. It seems to be a bit of a shock to Jimmy too - and the shock is compounded when he discovers that he has cancer....

The Commitments may be

better known as a film (and now as a stage musical), but it was a book first: the first of Doyle’s Barrytown trilogy, which followed the fortunes of the Rabbitte family in Dublin. Here, Doyle revisits the family many years on. Ireland is in the grip of the recession, and Jimmy and his wife are feeling the pinch.

He is still in the music business, although rather than discovering new talent, he spends his days digging into the past for old punk bands who still have a following. And he has cancer.

At the age of forty seven he has to face the fact that he could die.

Doyle’s style is not for everyone, and his language is not for the faint hearted, but the dialogue still sails off the page as authentically as it ever did, and much of the story is carried through speech. There are a series of well-executed set pieces too, including the finale which brings together Jimmy, his long-lost brother Les, an old punk and a former bandmate (and fellow cancer sufferer), to witness Jimmy’s eldest son triumph in front of a festival crowd. OK, he is pretending to be Bulgarian and singing a song which is pretending to be 1930s Irish Blues, but who cares?

If you have read the Barrytown trilogy, this is like meeting a bunch of old friends in the pub. If you haven’t, then read it anyway. Odds are you will go back to the original books to meet the characters as they were in the beginning.

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MALTON’S MONTHLY FOOD MARKETS 2014 DATES ARE ANNOUNCED!

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his popular foodie event will hold its first market of 2014 on Saturday 8th March when Masterchef finalist Sara Danesin Medio from York will be the guest chef. The Market will then follow the regular format of operating every second Saturday throughout the year, from March through to December, from 9am to 3pm at the Milton Rooms – with the exception of May when organisers will be busy with arrangements for the annual Food Festival.

Each month there is a range of top quality food and drink from award-winning local producers together with a top local or national chef offering free cookery demonstrations. The Monthly Food Market – a spin-off from the annual Food Lovers Festival (May 24th and 25th, 2014) – has proved increasingly popular throughout 2013 with a record number of stallholders attending in December.

With free parking, free entry and free chef demonstrations, it is a must-visit event for anyone interested in learning new culinary skills and tasting the best of the best in local food and drink.

The future dates are 12th April, 14th June, 12th July, 9th August, 13th September, 11th October, 8th November and 13th December.

Markets organiser Tom Naylor-Leyland said: “We are delighted that Sara will be in our cookery theatre on March 8th.

“Sara’s love of creating stylish, delicious food is captivating and we will be able to see first-hand how she injects that passion into every dish.

Getting to the final of Masterchef is an incredible feat and Sara’s career as a cook is going from strength to strength. We already know that she buys her ingredients from some of our Market’s award-winning producers – so not only can visitors to the Market see a top-class cookery demonstration, they can also purchase the best of ingredients right here in Malton.”

The 2014 Markets will again feature free tea or coffee for everyone who makes a purchase at the Market, with donations going towards the Malton CIC, the not-for-profit organisation that operates the monthly Markets and annual Food Lovers Festival.

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The CIC – a community interest company – is actively seeking more people to join the volunteering team that runs the Markets and Festival. Tom said: “Our volunteers are wonderful, helping with anything from setting up stalls, guiding people to parking spaces or serving coffee. We would love to hear from anyone interested in joining in. Becoming a Festival or Markets volunteer is a very fulfilling experience as the community spirit really ‘shines’ through.”

Further information can be found on www.maltonyorkshire.co.uk

HAXBY & WIGGINTON METHODIST

CHURCH SCARECROW FESTIVAL 2014 FUNDING FOR LOCAL ORGANISATIONS. We propose to hold the festival 3rd to the 5th May 2014 and hopefully it will be a successful venture! The proceeds (if any!) will be shared between a major charity, as yet undecided, and local voluntary organisations.

We would appreciate any organisation wishing to make a claim for funds to submit their request to Mr. Martyn Holman, 29 Moor Lane, Haxby YO32 3PQ, preferably with audited accounts and with details of the amount and reason for the submission, please. This must be received by Sunday 6th April 2014.

Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th February

WHAT’S ON: Local events in York.

HAXBY & WIGGINTON LOCAL HISTORY GROUP 8 FEBRUARY History Display

A display of many aspects of Wigginton local history will be on show in Wigginton Old School, Mill Lane from 10am until 1pm. All are invited to come along and browse (free entry) We would like visitors, where possible, to bring along any old pictures, documents or deeds they may have that would be of interest for our local archives.

Anything relevant can be copied and returned.

Lane, Nether Poppleton, York, YO26 6LF. Visit www. commongroundtouringtheatre. co.uk for more details.

WIGGINTON & HAXBY WI 13 FEBRUARY Monthly Meeting

Dementia Awareness & Friendly Communities by Jill Quinn with questions and discussion.

St Mary’s Church at 7.30pm.

BLOOD DONOR SESSIONS 3 FEBRUARY

Wigginton Recreation Centre 2-4pm and 5-7pm

14 FEBRUARY

The Folk Hall, New Earswick 2-4pm and 5-7pm

JORVIK VIKING FESTIVAL

COMMONGROUND TOURING THEATRE 1 FEBRUARY A Winters Tale by William Shakespeare

Adapted by Hannah Davies & Tom Cornford 7.30pm – 10pm. At Poppleton Tithe Barn, Manor Farm, Church

SOUTH BANK COMMUNITY CINEMA 14 FEBRUARY Romeo and Juliet (1968) cert.PG

Franco Zeffirelli’s luscious take on William Shakespeare’s tale, starring Olivia Hussey.

28 FEBRUARY Double Bill: Hitchcock (2012) and Psycho (1960) cert.15

15 – 23 FEBRUARY

Recognised as the largest Viking Festival in Europe, join in the action with Vikings from all over the world in this nine day celebration of York’s Viking Heritage. Visit www.jorvikviking-festival.co.uk

Forest. Wrap up warm and bring along a torch (preferably red to preserve your night vision). If the weather happens to be inclement please don’t be put off. A virtual tour / talk will be provided in the warmth of the Visitor Centre.

For further information on events or joining the society, please visit www.scarborough-ryedaleas.org.uk/saras/ or phone Andy Exton FRAS, SARAS secretary on (01723) 500030.

Showing in collaboration with the British Film Institute as part of their Gothic Season.

SCARBOROUGH & RYEDALE ASTRONOMICAL SOCIETY 7 FEBRUARY

8.00pm to 10.00pm. Meet at Dalby Forest Visitor Centre.

Fancy seeing the night sky from one of the darkest locations in the country? Come along to the monthly public observing events at the observatories in Dalby

Doors open 7.30pm at Clements Hall, Nunthorpe Road, York YO23 1BW. Tel 01904 466086. Tickets £4 Guests / £3 Members. www. sbcommunitycinema.co.uk

HOVINGHAM VILLAGE MARKET 1 FEBRUARY

Markets open from 10.30am. www.hovingham-market.org.uk

Please send in your event by email to nicky@thehandymag.co.uk by Tuesday 4th February

WHAT’S ON: Local events in York.

ST ANDREW’S SOCIETY 15 FEBRUARY Musical Evening

JOSEPH ROWNTREE THEATRE Haxby Road, York , YO31 8TA. Tel : 01904 658197

At the Poppleton Community Centre. Amongst other delights will be a performance by our own Jim Sharp on the bagpipes and gaelic singing from our own Nightingale, Lyn Phipps. Please contact Sue on yorkscot@ yahoo.co.uk for further details

16 FEBRUARY York City Gospel Choir

7.30pm A vibrant 40 strong contemporary gospel choir, performing songs by wellknown gospel artists and original songs by Musical Director Kofi Mensah. The choir performs a broad repertoire that even includes specially adapted excerpts from Handel’s Messiah. An evening of energy and joy that will see off any winter gloom. The concert is a fund raising concert for the Joseph Rowntree Theatre. For tickets contact 01904 639117 or tickets@jrtheatre.co.uk

26 FEBRUARY 1 MARCH Phantom of the Opera (Schools Edition)

In an exciting new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s West End and Broadway hit, York’s most talented 16-21 year olds take you back to Paris 1881. The famous score, including Music of the Night, All I Ask of You, Think of Me and of course Phantom of the Opera, is accompanied throughout by a live orchestra.

7.30pm. Contact York Theatre Royal Box Office on 01904 623568 for tickets or book online.

York Hospital 9am to 4.30pm.

Sale of handmade crafts and paperback books, CD’s & DVD’s.

ST NICHOLAS FIELDS 1 FEBRUARY Conservation Task

10am – 2pm at York Environment Centre, St Nicholas Fields. Help with a conservation task in the nature reserve. Tasks vary from path maintenance to planting, balsam bashing, pruning, scything or anything else needed on the day. You will get a warm feeling and free lunch in return. Entry is free.

NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY 15 - 23 FEBRUARY

Teddy Bear Week. Visit www. nymr.co.uk for more information.

Photo ©Ian Martindale

14 FEBRUARY Ceilidh Dance with FiddlersWreck Band

SHERIFF HUTTON JUMBLIES 22 FEBRUARY

2 -4 pm at Sheriff Hutton Village Hall. Jumble sale in aid of Sheriff Hutton Play Group

MYASTHENIA GRAVIS, YORK BRANCH 27 FEBRUARY ‘Rare Neurological Diseases Week’

7:30-11pm at Tramways Club, 1 Mill Street YO1 9PY Bring or find your Valentine and have a great night out while helping St Nicks charity.

All proceeds will go towards the Children’s Play Area Fund – the area on St Nicholas Fields Nature Reserve needs £8,000 worth of repairs and replacements. Enjoy the live music, bar, raffle, cakes and more!

Entry: £6/£4 concessions/£2 children. Pre-paid tickets will be entered into a prize draw - call 01904 411821 or see www. stnicksfields.org.uk

Raising awareness in the Foyer

Do you run a local club? Do you have an event in March or April?

EXPLORE HAXBY LIBRARY 19 FEBRUARY Viking Tales & Crafts

3-5.30pm at Explore Haxby Library, Station road, Haxby.

Free entry for age 5+. Please phone 01904 552660 for details.

FLAXTON GARDENING CLUB 17 FEBRUARY Talk and Presentation

Colin Garner- The Trials and Tribulations of Ownership of a Historic Walled Garden A presentation relating to the past, present and future of the Sand Hutton Walled Garden.

Flaxton Village Hall commencing 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.

York and District Dyslexia Association Drop in Sessions

Every second Monday of every month.

York and District Dyslexia Association will be hosting drop in sessions at Explore Haxby Library. A series of teatime sessions entitled:- ‘A chat around the table’. The aim is to provide a place for people to come and drop in with their own questions and speak to a member of Y.A.D.D.A.

YORK PROSTATE CANCER SUPPORT GROUP 24 FEBRUARY Meeting

HALEY SISTERS 8 MARCH

At Huntington Working Men’s Club, York. Tickets £5 on 01904 769101 or from the club.

All proceeds to Multiple Sclerosis Society, York Branch.

Organised by ‘Charlie’s Angels’ Book early to avoid disappointment!

6-7pm in the Post Graduate Lecture Theatre at York Hospital. The topic is HEAL - Health. Activity, Exercise, Lifestyle with speaker - Greg Hayward, Exercise Pathway Coordinator For further information please contact Carolyn Bedford Macmillan Urology Nurse Specialist 01904 725848

ROYAL SOCIETY FOR THE PROTECTION OF BIRDS, YORK LOCAL GROUP. 13 FEBRUARY Illustrated talk

7.30pm - “From the Amazon Rain Forest to the High Andes”

by Jo Thomas.

Temple Hall, York St. John University, Lord Mayors Walk, York, YO31 7EX. Non-members welcome.

Entrance £2.50 Group members, £3.00 non members.

11 MARCH Illustrated talk

7.30pm - “Birding North Norfolk” by Alan and Susan Parker.

Temple Hall, York St. John University.

ACTION COACH 26 FEBRUARY Workshop

‘Secrets to Business Success Revealed’ workshop. 1.45pm -4.30pm. The event will be on site at Towthorpe.

HELMSLEY RACES 16 FEBRUARY

At Duncombe Park, Helmsley.

First Race 12.30pm. Bar & Refreshments. Further information on 01653 628255.

Please send in your event by email to nicky@thehandymag.co.uk by Tuesday 4th February

WHAT’S ON: Local events in York. wide, with the emphasis on range of beer styles and flavour combinations. There will be some great music and street food too but the beer will be the star attraction. Tickets are now on sale.

CINDERELLA ROCKERFELLA PANTOMIME BEERTOWN 21 – 22 MARCH Beer Festival

With the launch of the first BEERTOWN event, Malton will re-assert its beer credentials and embrace the beer revolution, bringing to town some truly outstanding ales. At the Milton Rooms, Malton.

The town’s two new breweries, Bad Seed and Brass Castle, are putting together an eclectic menu of cutting-edge cask and keg craft ales from far and

6-8 FEBRUARY S.P.A.R.T.S

At Strensall Village Hall.

Thursday 6th February 7.30pm Friday 7th February 7.30pm Saturday 8th February 2.30pm.

Adults £6. Concessions £3.50 Tickets available from Strensall Post Office.

YORK RAMBLERS

It’s a good time to join us to shake off those extra winter pounds or simply to get fitter. We have walks of various lengths from 5 miles to 10 miles to suit all abilities. We walk every Wednesday, alternate Tuesdays, monthly Saturdays, and combine with the Ryedale group on Sundays. We also have a series of walks using public transport if you prefer to leave the car at home. For information about our local group see yorkramblers. org.uk. Further information about weekend walks is on eastyorkshireramblers.org.uk or phone Vera on 01904-628134.

We look forward to seeing you.

OAKEN GROVE SURFERS OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE, REID PARK, OFF OAKEN GROVE, HAXBY

Meets every Monday morning (10am - 12 noon) and Thursday afternoon (2 - 4pm) in school term time. Learners have 30 minute one to one sessions with personal mentors, suitable for beginners and improvers. Lots of new courses are available for improvers.

Telephone the Centre on 01904 761976 for more information.

OAKEN GROVE SURFERS NEED MORE MENTORS TO HELP THEIR LEARNERS! If you are reasonably computer literate and willing to give two or four hours per week to help, please ring the Centre on 01904 769176 for more information. You would begin by covering for mentors on holiday or away ill and then do regular sessions if you wish.

Do you run a local club? Do you have an event in March or April?

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COME AND PLAY LAWN BOWLS A SPORT FOR ALL AGES. LAWN BOWLS: WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB

(Situated behind Wigginton Squash Club)

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ooking for a pleasurable outdoor pursuit at a friendly local club then come down to Wigginton Bowling Club.

We welcome beginners and seasoned bowlers alike and we can lend newcomers a set of woods to see if they like the game. Adult membership age 26+ is £60 flat fee, £30 ages 18 to 25 and free to juniors under 18 and you can play as often as you like The 2014 season is open from Saturday 12th April to Saturday 13th September for social bowling and league matches.

Why not take the opportunity of a month’s free trial membership, without obligation, or come along to

our “Come and Try” day on Sunday 27th April from 2pm to 5pm and give it a go.

For further details, or to arrange a visit, contact: Colin Ellis (Secretary) on 01904 760877 or Email: colin@cellis23.plus.com

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in 2014!

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CYCLE 146 MILES IN 2 DAYS... and raise funds for “TOUR DE WOLDS!” STUNNING CIRCULAR ROUTE OVERNIGHT HALFWAY STOPOVER WITH BBQ, BAR & LIVE MUSIC! SUPPORT CYCLISTS & VEHICLES INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES OR GROUPS WELCOME For full details and to register, visit:

www.yorkshirewoldscyclechallenge.org.uk

or telephone:

01653 699000 or: 01653 690503

The Milton Rooms, Malton

WITH SUPPORT FROM

Saturday 22nd February 2014 - 7.30pm Tickets £13.50 available from Malton Tourist Information Centre Tel: 01653 600048 or email maltontic@btconnect.com ALL PROCEEDS IN AID OF RYEDALE SPECIAL FAMILIES

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SHORT STORY THE SECRET ADMIRER

by Jackie Brewster

“Someone has a secret admirer.” The delivery man winked as he handed Adeline Coles a huge bouquet of flowers. “Happy Valentine’s Day, Love.”

Her nosey neighbours, the Peggs, had also opened their front door, and she distinctly heard Mr Pegg whisper to his wife, “Bet she’s sent them to herself.”

Embarrassed, Adeline hurried inside. The flowers were beautiful, lots of lilies which weren’t her cup of tea, but expertly arranged. They were probably from her niece, but you never know, thought Adeline, they might be from Mr Wellbrook. He occasionally offered her a lift in his Jaguar when he saw her struggling with groceries. She could always dream.

The shop was empty, yet Brian performed a theatrical glance to check the coast was clear.

“Go ahead,” he said.

Heeding the words of Mr Pegg, Adeline asked, “Did I send them to myself in a senior moment?” Brian laughed, “I can reassure you that you didn’t.”

“Remember to nod or shake, Brian,” Adeline smiled. “Was it my niece?”

Brian slowly and deliberately shook his head.

Adeline felt a glow of relief. She adored her niece, but would much rather have a proper secret admirer. She decided to go for broke.

Adeline sighed, put on her reading glasses, and read the little card which accompanied the flowers.

It said, ‘From a Secret Admirer’.

“Was it Mr Wellbrook?”

“That chap who flashes about in his Jag?” Brian frowned. “Certainly not.”

Adeline gasped. The delivery man was right, she did have a secret admirer. But who could it be?

There was only one florist in town, Blossom’s, run rather fittingly by Brian and Daisy Blossom. She’d ordered flowers from them for her niece’s wedding.

She would walk into town, and ask them who’d sent the flowers. The mystery would be solved.

On her way she kept her eyes peeled for the Jag, but her potential secret admirer was keeping a low profile. Once at Blossom’s she was perturbed to find Brian stood at the counter. She was fond of Brian, but she would have rather discussed the matter with his wife, woman to woman.

Adeline was stumped, and a little disappointed.

“Could you give me a clue?”

“Good morning Miss Coles, lovely to see you,” Brian smiled as she entered. “To what do I owe the pleasure?”

Brian leaned in closer, “How would you feel if I said your secret admirer is in this shop right now?”

Adeline looked around her.

“But there’s nobody here.” And then she realised, “Mr Blossom!” She declared, “How would your wife feel?”

Brian looked shocked, “I don’t have a wife.”

“Have you told that to Daisy?” Adeline arched her eyebrow.

“Ahh.” Brian looked uncomfortable. “I’m afraid we have a policy of client confidentiality.” Adeline blushed.

“Daisy’s not my wife, she’s my sister,” Brian said crossly. “Why does everyone think that?”

Oh dear, thought Adeline, I’ve only just got a secret admirer and we’re already having our first row.

“In that case,” she said, “I apologise, and thank you for the flowers”. Flattered and embarrassed, Adeline decided now was a good time to leave. As she opened the door, Brian called, “Would you be amenable to receiving Valentine flowers from me again?”

“I don’t want to get you into trouble. Perhaps if I suggested a few names you could nod or shake your head?”

She paused, then threw a look over her shoulder which she hoped was smouldering, “Possibly.

Though less of the lilies, I’m a roses kind of girl”.

“It’s a delicate matter.” Adeline placed the little card on the counter. “I’d like to know who sent me these?”

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YORK • FEBRUARY 2014 • ISSUE 98 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 In Wigginton Recreational Hall, Wigginton YO32 2PU. Contact Janet Pepper on 01347 823601 HAXBY & WIGGINTON GARDENING CLUB. Contact Ginny, Secretary: 01904 768516.

HAXBY & WIGGINTON KNIT AND NATTER GROUP Contact Clare: 079800 26690.

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.

NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS RAILWAY GROUP Contact Bryan: 01904 764648 or email: www. yorkareagroup.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.

ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE SOCIETY Road, Heslington, York YO10 5BN Contact: 01904 658106 or 01904 799773 or visit www. alzheimers.org.uk/york or email: AL.york@tesco.net.

BREATHE EASY YORK Contact Sue: 01904 410 003 or visit www.breatheeasyyork. co.uk.

STRENSALL DINING GROUP Contact: 01904 490987.

CANCER CARE CENTRE The Centre is open Mon to Fri 9.30am - 4.30pm.

Contact: 01904 721166.

STRENSALL READING GROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 490876 or Pam: 01904 764518.

CITIZEN ADVICE BUREAU Free and confidential advice.

Contact: 0844 826 9705 or visit www.yorkcab.org.uk.

YORK AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Meets each Thursday at 8pm at the Bishopthorpe Social Club in Bishopthorpe.

HALVES Lost your other half? If so, we meet for a friendly chat over refreshments? Trinity Methodist Church, Monkgate, York. Contact Margaret: 01904 415894

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 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.

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.

ADVICE & SUPPORT

SHOPMOBILITY IN YORK Second floor of Piccadilly Multistorey Car Park in York Centre.

Contact: 01904 679222.

AGE UK YORK Contact: 01904 627995or visit www.ageukyork.org.uk.

THE ENCEPHALITIS SOCIETY 32 Castlegate, Malton, YO17 7DT. Admin Line : 01653

YOUTH CLUBS AT OAKEN GROVE COMMUNITY CENTRE

692583. Support Line 01653 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 email brookes371@btinternet. com or 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.

YORK ROTTERS Contact: 01904 412861 or email rotters@stnicksfields. org.uk.

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.

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MYASTHENIA GRAVIS LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP Contact Ron, Chairman: 01904 679939 or 07715 943406 or email ron. middlemass@o2.co.uk.

RNLI GALTRES FOREST BRANCH Please contact Sue Lowe on 01904 491133 or antheahirst99@yahoo.com

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

We meet in Sheriff Hutton Village Hall on the second Tuesday of every month . Please contact Margaret Thompsom 01347 878465 for further details.

THE SHEPHERD GROUP BRASS BAND Ring Charles: 07802 190250.

YORK CONCERT BAND .

Contact the Secretary, Jill: 01904 629065.

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. Contact Claire: 01904 499684

TREASURE CHEST Contact: www.treasurechest. org.uk or helpline:support@ treasurechest.org.

481039 or Keith: 07770 874996 or nick.roberts@ dunningtonsportsclub.com or keithmayhew@hotmail.com

YORK FAMILY INFORMATION SERVICE Contact: 01904 554628 or text ‘info’ to 07624 802244.

HAXBY SHOTOKAN KARATE CLUB Contact Ian: 07909 991541or www.haxbykarate.co.uk or info@haxbykarate.co.uk.

SCOUTS & GUIDES 2ND HAXBY & WIGGINTON SCOUT GROUP Contact Linda Parkinson: 01904 769167.

HAXBY MOOR GIRL GUIDING Contact Helen Feeten: 01904 762926 1ST HEWORTH SCOUT GROUP Contact Matthew on 07974901386 or visit www.1st-heworth.org.uk for more info.

29TH YORK (HUNTINGTON ALL SAINTS) RAINBOWS

THE WONDER YEARS Contact: 01904 758717

Contact Stephanie Easton: 07875 541520

HUNTINGTON PRESCHOOL & TODDLERS Contact Lynne: 01904 765017 or email enquiries@ huntingtonpreschool.org.uk.

CHRISTCHURCH SCOUT GROUP (STOCKTON LANE) Contact Wendy Davis: 07808 882749

ORCHARD PARK PRE-SCHOOL Contact Sandra: 07407 700315 or 01904 626361.

STOCKTON ON THE FOREST SCOUT GROUP Contact Kath Shapcott: 01904 421096.

MUSIC & THEATRE

SHERIFF HUTTON PLAYGROUP Contact: 07717 799646.

AIR CADETS, EASINGWOLD Contact: 2487@aircadets.org

CITY OF YORK PIPE BAND Contact Laura, Pipe Major: 01904 763243 or John: 01423 879519.

SHERIFF HUTTON BABIES AND TODDLERS GROUP. Contact Margaret: 01347 878314.

FRIENDS OF YORK THEATRE ROYAL. Contact Membership Secretary/York Theatre Royal, St Leonards Place, York YO1 7HD or visit friends@ yorktheatreroyal.co.uk.

SHIPTON PRE-SCHOOL & TODDLERS. Contact: 07546 571089.

SINNINGTON PRE SCHOOL Contact Kerry or Suzanne: 07799727656.

STRENSALL WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Contact: 01904 490758.

HAXBY SINGERS. Contact Lynn: 01904 769838 or Margaret: 01904 761618.

STOCKTON LANE PLAYGROUP Contact Fiona: 07746 806426.

IN-2-ACTING Contact 01904 769176 or admin@oakengrove.org.uk

STRENSALL PRE-SCHOOL PLAYGROUP Contact Sarah: 01904 492937 or email sarahsmithpg@btconnect. com.

WIGGINTON & HAXBY OVER SIXTIES Contact Lilian, Secretary: 01904 769993

YORK LIBRARIES Contact: 01904 552660.

STAMFORD BRIDGE SINGERS To hire us or to join the choir please email: info@ stamfordbridgesingers. co.uk or visit www.stamford bridgesingers.btck.co.uk 60 • info@thehandymag.co.uk

TINY STEPS TODDLER GROUP Contact: 01904 442826

SOCIETIES HAXBY & WIGGINTON PROBUS CLUB Contact Mike: 01904 769507.

HAXBY & WIGGINTON U3A Contact John: 01904 769618.

WIGGINTON & HAXBY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE Contact Mrs Graves: 01904 750570.

SPORTS CLUBS BADMINTON CLUB Contact Nick: 01904

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 761641.

NEW EARSWICK TENNIS CLUB Contact Joanne: 07835 948593 HUNTINGTON MILLERS NETBALL CLUB Please contact Audrey Smith 01904 761641 / 07936 746 439 / 07547 095 603 PARTNERSHIP GYMNASTICS CLUB Contact Ruth: 07886926420.

SANDBURN HALL BADMINTON CLUB. Contact Stephen: 01904 490440.

STRENSALL COMMUNITY YOUTH AND SPORTS ASSOCIATION Contact: 07951 920308 or strensallsa@tesco.net.

STRENSALL FOOTBALL CLUB. Contact Clare Inkster on 07932 392231

Copy deadline for the next edition is Tuesday 4th February

YORK • FEBRUARY 2014 • ISSUE 98 STRENSALL LAWN BOWLING CLUB Contact Annette, Secretary: 01904 492807 STRENSALL SHORT MAT INDOOR BOWLS Contact Jackie: 01904 492993.

TERRINGTON LAWN BOWLS CLUB Contact: 01653 619276 emsg1967-bowls@yahoo. co.uk WIGGINTON & HAXBY TABLE TENNIS Meets Oaken Grove Community Centre, Haxby on Wed 7-9pm. wiggintonhaxbytabletennis. co.uk

or colin.ellis23@talktalk.net WIGGINTON GRASSHOPPERS Contact Richard, FA Level 1 instructor: 07814 266987.

YORK HOTSHOTS CHEERLEADING CLUB .

Contact Anna: 07507638804 or e-mail yorkhotshots@ hotmail.co.uk

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.

WIGGINTON BOWLING CLUB Contact Colin: 01904 760877

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 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 Joyce: 01904 762605.

YORK RAMBLERS Visit the website www. yorkramblers.org.uk or phone 01904-628134.

Contact us on 01653 658776 or email nicky@thehandymag.co.uk to advertise your local group for free!

THE LIFE LIST LESSONS LEARNED

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n times gone by, cars had individual character and not that ‘designed in a wind tunnel’ look so beloved of modern vehicle design. And, while motoring TV programmes and magazines like to praise the classics, let’s not forget the joys of the old family car.

True, they may not have had hi-tech gadgetry, or heat, or bodywork that could withstand anything over 65mph for more than a few minutes at a time, but they were classics in their own way.

However, remember that objects in the rear-view mirror may sometimes appear rosier than they were in real life.

Let’s not forget...

1. That lingering smell of petrol (although at least you could afford it).

2. Cold starts - if you were lucky - on a full choke. It was like a smoker’s cough on four wheels.

3. Your legs sticking to the vinyl seats in summer because you were wearing shorts, followed by that unmistakeable ripping sound when you freed your skin.

4. Window handles that would tax Charles Atlas.

5. The faint smell of dog, even if you didn’t have one.

6. A seemingly endless supply of barley sugars or cough candy from the glove compartment, often fluff-free.

7. Adjustable wing-mirrors, if you stretched your arm out the window.

8. A car horn you could barely hear yourself, something like a congested duck who didn’t want to create a fuss.

9. A canopy coolant system, otherwise known as a leak in the roof.

10. “Are we there yet?” © Derek Thompson

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