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Eye Mask?
Now that face masks have become mandatory for those visiting shops and supermarkets in England and face coverings have become part of the new ‘normal’, sales of eyelash and brow products - the only parts of the face likely to see the light of day during daily errands - have soared. So I thought, for my first column, I’d give you the lowdown into how you can enhance your own window on the world, make your eyes ‘pop’ - and rock that mask!
ENHANCE YOUR NATURAL LASHES
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I have always been sceptical of lash serums; it was too good to be true! That was until I discovered uklash. The powerful serum targets brittle lashes and is packed with vitamins that just did all the work for me. What’s even better than having naturally long and thick lashes? Well its how easy it was to use. All you need is one swipe day and the results speak for themselves. I would highly recommend that you invest in a lash serum if you prefer simple and natural lashes.
MAKE YOUR EYES ‘POP’ WITH MASCARA
I haven’t always been the biggest fan of mascara; it would always be too clumpy and never hold its volume. Then I ‘borrowed’ my mum’s Bad Gal Bang mascara by Benefit cosmetics and it really changed the game! If you are struggling to find mascara then I would give this a try.
MY FAVOURITE STRIP LASHES
Eye shape and size varies from person to person, so strip lashes often intimidate often people. However, Doll lashes have just about every size and style you can imagine. Once you master the application process ( I recommend duo lash glue and some tweezers) it becomes effortless and it can really enhance a natural look to something much more. If you enjoy getting glam or have an occasion coming up then strip lashes are absolutely perfect for you. What’s better is that they come off whenever you fancy with little hassle.
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FAKE IT: EXTEND, EXTEND
There are so many styles of lash extensions. They all last for up to a month. If you have ever had them then you will agree that they are addictive, are easy once you have had them done and don’t need much maintenance on a daily basis. You wake up in the morning – and they’re done! They vary in price range and can be expensive but so worth it and convenient for those who like a glam look on a tight schedule. If you are interested in getting them done I would go for a classic lash for natural looking Classic lashes or go for Russian if you are looking for extra length with lots of volume. Always speak to your Lash Technician Russian beforehand about the look you want to achieve so you get the best results possible.
Although eyelashes don’t mean everything, it is nice to find something that suits you and something that boosts your confidence! Stay safe and keep wearing masks.
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They’re back! WOKEFIELD ESTATE
Wokefield Estate, like all other hotels, was forced to close its doors in March, but they are bouncing back and have been welcoming golfers and guests since they re-opened back in July.
Set in 250 acres of Berkshire parkland, Wokefield Estate is a truly stunning mansion house hotel originally built in the 1560s. Of course, there have been many renovations over the years, including a £20 million restoration just recently, but you can still feel and see the history all around. The team at Wokefield Estate has been busy during its closure. Next time you visit, you will see that the outside area has been revamped during lock down. They’ve even added a new outdoor pizza oven for those balmy late summer evenings. The new area looks stunning and will delight anyone who is eating or drinking al fresco.
Why not take some time out and enjoy what Wokefield Estate has to offer? You can enjoy a delicious afternoon tea - on the terrace or inside - any day of the week, or enjoy a drink at the 1560 bar on a Friday or Saturday evening. ‘The Avenue’ offers the perfect meeting place for coffee with friends or colleagues, too. For those who prefer to be active, the golf course continues to be a draw and, in these impressive grounds, it’s easy to see why. There really is something for everyone. The team has carefully crafted a range of new safety measures to make sure every moment of your visit is a safe one to enjoy. From meticulous deep cleaning of bedrooms to thoughtful social distancing measures, they offer all the reassurance you need before and during your visit.
Golf
Wokefield Estate Golf Club is a 6,996-yard, par 72 championship course that is designed to USGA standards. The 18 hole course offers elevated tees, streams, lakes and bunkers to test your skill. There is a range of corporate & society golf days and membership options on offer, along with golf break packages from one night with a round of golf, to a three-night stay with unlimited golf. The new fully floodlit golf academy opened last year is very popular and is open from 7am -9pm. £5 for 50 balls and loyalty cards available Special Society Offer The most popular package for any society looking for superb golf and a hearty feed. This package includes: • Tea and coffee upon arrival • Bacon baps • 18 holes of championship golf • 1- course meal • 1 in 16 FREE Winter (Nov - March): £28.50pp Summer (April - Oct): £32.50pp
To book or for more information please call 01189 334000
Autumn Escape
If you want to get away or have family or friends visiting and need somewhere for them to stay, Village Eye readers can now enjoy overnight accommodation in the Mansion House with dinner in the new 1560 restaurant from just £139 per room per night based on 2 people sharing! Book online at: www.devere.com/wokefieldestate using promotion code VEYE. Subject to availability.
Afternoon Tea
Enjoy an indulgent afternoon tea in the beautiful surroundings of the Mansion House at De Vere Wokefield Estate. A delicious variety of finger sandwiches, cakes and scones accompanied by our wide range of traditional and contemporary teas. Village Eye readers will benefit from a 20% discount off the regular price (£19.95 per person). To make a booking, contact the Reservations team on 0118 207 7471 and quote Village Eye
The experienced team at Wokefield plan everything to perfection. Whether Getting Hitched? it’s your wedding reception, your ceremony or both, your day will be as individual, exciting and memorable as you have always dreamed. The Mansion House can cater for anywhere between 60 to 250 guests*. versatility as well as a beautiful blank canvas to create your own unique day. Alternatively, their beautiful lawns which can cater up to 500 guests provide the perfect area on which to place a marquee for your wedding. It’s a From intimate Civil Ceremonies for 60 guests to Wedding Breakfasts for up to 250 - larger parties can be held in the sophisticated backdrop that makes Wokefield Park one of the most picturesque wedding venues Berkshire has to offer. Terrace Suite offering versatility as well as stunning panoramic views of the surrounding parkland. Its elegant country house decor will add charm and character to your special day. Weddings To arrange a viewing or for further information, please contact the weddings team on 0118 207 7471 can take place in their modern building, Wokefield Place, offering *Subject to Government Restrictions
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A ROMANTIC WINTER BREAK FOR TWO AT WOKEFIELD ESTATE! Win A Romantic Autumn Break for two people!
We are giving away an overnight stay with breakfast in the Mansion House with dinner in Restaurant 1560 for 2 people! To enter, visit www.villageeye.co.uk click on the competition tab and answer the following question: What is the name of Wokefield Estate’s restaurant? Entries close midnight 30th Sept. T’s & C’s apply
HOW TO RECEIVE THE BEST CARE IN YOUR OWN HOME
People are living longer nowadays due to advances in medicine and diet, so as we get older home care is something more of us need to think about, and it’s important to choose a provider carefully. Meet Niki Marshall. Niki is on a mission to deliver care differently. Her aim is to involve clients from the outset building their care package, making sure it’s heavily focused on them as a person. Niki views care not as a fixed product that is delivered off-the-shelf, but as an opportunity to help people continue to enjoy their lifestyle – with help in any areas its needed – adopting more of a personal assistant role. Even the regulator – the Care Quality Commission – have called her approach ‘innovative and cutting edge’. Niki’s company is Eleos Care, and their approach is based around the Dutch Buurtzorg care model, where they manage care much more closely within a tight-knit group, with the team promoting overall wellbeing as a complete “It’s clear that Eleos Care knows how to care, manage and keep individuals at the centre of all they do” Sue Ross - Daughter of Client
package. This is useful not only to keep care relevant when people’s needs, and abilities change but results in happier clients who see it compliment – rather than invade or interrupt – their lives. In practical terms this means that Niki and her team go beyond the boundaries of traditional care services. Just this week, the team have organised dental technicians and plumbers to attend client’s homes, helped with housework, assisted with personal care, washed hair, sanded and painted a wall and cooked meals!
Niki said, ’When I’m told that a client can no longer do something, I always like to ask, why? What has changed? Do they need more time? Does something need to be adapted? Often we can find a way.’ ‘One really simple but effective technique we use to help clients, without them feeling dependant on having to ask each time, is to give them a notebook, where they jot a quick note of the job they want completing and that’s our To-do list for the next visit. Some clients refer to us as their carer, for others we’re their PA!’, says Niki. ‘Sometimes we help connect a client to a company or organisation that they might struggle to find on their own. We work with adults with learning disabilities as well as elderly clients, and we’ve dispensed with clinical-looking uniforms for a friendlier style.’ As well as achieving high scores with clients, Eleos Care places great importance on job satisfaction. From recruiting using a selection method, based on personal values to find the right people, she pays carers above average wages, and encourages ongoing training and professional development. ‘Retaining great staff over the long term is a key aim of the company – care is a vocation and not just a job.’, she says. Care is an unfamiliar world for most people – how does it work and what are the costs?
Eleos Care are available for an initial informal chat any time – give them a call to see how they can help you!
* NHS referrals are accepted from all West Berkshire GPs - just ask! Mortimer
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Before Lockdown, popular local massage therapist, Fiona Nunn of RE:YOU had just celebrated her first anniversary in her new premises in Grazeley.
She had plans, big plans - to make a song and dance about the fact that her fledgling business had, in the space of a year grown from nothing to over 60 regular clients.
Then of course, we all know what happened next. Shut down, mothballed and waiting for clear instruction as to when and what a business like hers needed to do to be able to return safely. Fortunately, from August 1st, Fiona has been able to reopen fully, and her regulars couldn’t be happier. Naturally, there’s PPE as you’d expect, and yes, there are also fewer appointments than there were before because the treatment room requires a deep clean between each client - but the top-notch expertise Fiona demonstrates in both relaxing and therapeutic massage is a welcome return to the area.
If lockdown has locked down your muscles and they need a bit of sorting out, Fiona is most definitely your lady! Fiona has kindly offered our readers the chance to win a course of three 60 minute Therapeutic Massages and an Indian Head Massage to one lucky local! To find our more or
to make a booking call Fiona Nunn: 07940 785472
WIN A COURSE OF RELAXING MASSAGES HOW TO ENTER
For your chance to win this relaxing prize, visit www.villageeye.co.uk & answer the following question: Q Before lockdown, RE:YOU celebrated which birthday? A: Third B: Second C: First
Closing date for entries is midnight on 30th Sept and full Ts & Cs are available on our website.
