Telford Hype Issue 32

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(High Summer) July & August 2018

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CONTENTS TELFORD & WOLVERHAMPTON HYPE MAGAZINE - ISSUE 32

“SUMMERTIME AND THE LIVIN’ IS EASY...”

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WHAT’S ON

RECIPES

PUZZLE TIME

MOTORING

What’s on in the local area during July & August...

Scrumptious summer recipes to try...

Take a break with our Sudoku and crossword page.

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Syd Taylor reviews the new Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi, 'GTLine S' Auto AWD putting it through it’s paces...

THE REVIEW

KYLIE TOUR

HOME TRENDS

We review The Butchers Kitchen in Broseley...

Kylie Minogue brings her live tour to the Midlands...

Colour crush - the latest blue hues for your home...

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THE REVIEW

FASHION TRENDS

STAY HEALTHY

We review The Red House in Lilleshall...

We take a look at some fab festival fashion for summer.

When the sun comes out, it’s time to play it safe...

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES

HOMESTYLE

SUMMER BEAUTY

How to keep the kids happy this summer holiday...

Beautiful ideas for your home this season...

We look at the best ways to stay beautiful this summer.

THE HYPE TEAM: Stephan Callear Eileen Callear Director

Luke Smith

Editor, Design & Production

Kerrie Vaughan Sales Manager

Syd Taylor & Georgina Jefimik Sales Executive

Editorial Contributors

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7th July 2018 Camper Jam 2018 Weston Park Highlights over the weekend include live bands, hundreds of traders, a taste bud tantalising food village, children’s activities, fun fair and the ever popular “cooking in a camper” competition. There’s no better place to admire the beauty of the VW Bus. You may be a first timer with an interest, out to buy one or just plain crazy about them. One thing’s for certain, you’ll have a great time whatever your level of interest!

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4th August 2018 The Place in the Park 

14th July 2018 Newport Show Newport Show is presented by Newport and District Agricultural Society and is a key date in the calendar each year, featuring entertainment, a focus of local food, involvement for schools, livestock and crafts categories, shopping and more - all in the beautiful Chetwynd Deer Park.

Big Top celebration for double 50th Next year brings a double 50th birthday for Telford – both the town and Oakengates Theatre @ The Place will celebrate five decades!

To mark the theatre’s landmark birthday, it is moving to the QEII Fields In Trust Town Park Arena next summer between 4 and 19 August to showcase an extravaganza of entertainment. The arena will host a magnificent Big Top venue that will seat up to 1,000 people and will be called The Place In The Park. This unique entertainment experience includes comedy, music, dance and children’s shows. Acts with performance dates are as follows.

More acts to be announced soon.

15th July 2018 Carnival of Giants Telford Town Park Carnival of GIANTS is returning for its 4th year in 2018

21st July 2018 - 22nd July 2018 Cosford Food Festival RAF Museum Cosford A tasty line-up of over 90 local producers will be heading to this year’s Cosford Food Festival.

Taking place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 July, it promises to serve up the very best food and drink the Midland’s has to offer.

Festival line-up: • Over 90 local producers of the finest artisan food and drink • Learn from top chefs during our cooking demonstrations • Live music including performances from the Military Wives Choir • Kids cookery classes, face painting, circus skills and a STEM play bus.

26 - 28 Jul 2018 WALKING WITH DINOSAURS Arena Birmingham Starring Michaela Strachan* be amazed and thrilled as the greatest creatures ever to walk the earth return before your eyes.

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The dazzling $20 million production features new, state of the art technology, making this the biggest and best dinosaur show in the world.

Internationally renowned designers have worked with scientists to create 18 life-size creatures, including the Stegosaurus, Raptors, and the terrifying Tyrannosaurus-rex!

WALKING WITH DINOSAURS is the must-see live arena experience for audiences of all ages, so book your tickets now… before they become extinct!

Saturday 4 August: Sunday 5 August:

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Monday 6 August:

Scheherezade and 1001 Nights

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Tuesday 7 August: Sounds of the 60s

Tuesday 7 & Wednesday 8 August:

Supersonic 70s Show

Wednesday 8 August: Dinosaur World Live

Thursday 9 August: Dara O’Briain

Friday 10 August: 80s Mania

Saturday 11 August: Boyzlife

Wednesday 15 August: Al Murray

Thursday 16 August: S Club, 5ive, East 17 Collabro

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Hadley Under and Over 5’s Nursery and Preschool SUMMER FETE!

Hadley Under and Over 5's Nursery and Preschool Summer Fete will be held on Saturday 14th July, with a bumper celebration planned as it is their 50th Birthday this year.

There will be lots on offer, with a bouncy castle, face painting to keep the little ones occupied. There will also be music, toy stalls, adopt a rock monster, bookstall, bottle tombola, cuddly toy tombola, plant stall and lots more.

You will be able to learn all about Hadley Under and Over 5’s Nuresery and Preschool at the ‘Our History’ stall - with interesting facts and information covering their 50 year history.

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Of course it would’t be a summer fete without refreshmnents. There will be tea and coffee available, as well as soft drinks. There will also be a hog roast and Asian Street Food - what could be better on a summer day?

For desserts you can treat yourself to a scrumptious cake from the cake stall or indulge your sweet tooth with a sweet cone.

Come along and join in the fun at Hadley Under and Over 5’s Nursery and Preschool SUMMER FETE - Hadley Park Road, Hadley, Telford, TF1 6PW!

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4th August 2018 British BMX Series 

10th - 11th August 2018 Shrewsbury Flower Show

Talented BMX riders will be travelling from all over the UK for the final two rounds of the British BMX Series to be held in Telford for the first time. The event is free to watch at the home of Wrekin Riders BMX Race Club, Duce Drive in Dawley, Telford. Practice starts at 4pm on Friday 3 August.

Racing starts on Saturday 4 August at 12noon and Sunday 6 August at 10.30am.

Shrewsbury Flower Show is recognised and admired not only as Britain's best two-day summer show but also one of the finest events of its kind in the world.

14th August 2018 Family Music Festival @ The Place in The Park

In celebration of Telford's 50th! 34pm Folk Workshop with The Destroyers. 4-5pm Family Fun Music Workshop.

6-6.45pm Interactive Family Music Performance.

7-9pm The Destroyers - Megafolk.

7th August 2018 Iron Maiden Genting Arena

Following the massively successful global tour of 2016-17 in support of their 16th studio album 'The Book Of Souls,' Iron Maiden will take to the road again in 2018 with the Legacy Of The Beast World Tour. The concept for the Legacy Of The Beast World Tour was inspired by Maiden’s mobile game and comic book of the same name, and the stage set design will feature a number of different but interlocking “worlds” with a set list covering a large selection of Eighties material with a handful of surprises from later albums to add diversity.

7th & 8th August 2018 Dinosaur World Live 

Dare to experience the dangers and delights of Dinosaur World in this interactive new show for all the family. Grab your compass and join our intrepid explorer across unchartered territories to discover a pre-historic world of astonishing (and remarkably lifelike) dinosaurs. Meet a host of impressive creatures, including every child's favourite flesheating giant, the Tyrannosaurus Rex, a Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus! A special meet and greet after the show offers all our brave explorers the chance to make a new dinosaur friend. Book now for this entertaining and mindexpanding jurassic adventure, live on stage!

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24th - 27th August 2018 Shrewsbury Folk Festival West Midland Showground

A four day event with entertainment for all age groups to celebrate the tradition of folk music and dance. Whilst the main event takes place at the West Mids Showground the music and dance spills out across the town with many free fringe events.

TELFORD? what’s on 2018

July & August

27th August 2018 Ironbridge coracle Regatta

DUCK RACE, STALLS, RAFFLE PRIZE, CORACLE RACING, CORACLE DEMOS - Ironbridge Coracle Regatta! Monday 27th August 12.00 - 4.00pm at the Rowing Club/Dale End Park. Last year’s event saw a great turnout, and we hope to see you all again this year!

31 August 2018 Britney Spears - Britney: Piece of Me Genting Arena Birmingham

Yes you heard right... Britney Spears will be performing her final UK tour date of her #1 Las Vegas residency show, right here in Birmingham! "Britney: Piece of Me" has been seen by some of Hollywood's biggest names, such as Beyoncé, Jay Z, Lady Gaga, Kirsten Dunst and Calvin Harris - and now this is your chance to see why...

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e Review

e Butcher’s Kitchen

By Lindsay Anson

e Butchers Kitchen opened back in February. It all started as many great ideas do, in the pub! Andy Popsys and Andy Dyke; one a butcher and the other a Cafe owner, thought what a good idea it would be to offer the quality meats and cheeses sold in the Butchers Counter - in a lovely restaurant setting next door in the old pie factory. ey set about renovating the building to create a lovely, family friendly restaurant for all to enjoy and the Butchers Kitchen was born.

When we arrived we were offered a drink outside in the courtyard garden while we looked at menus which we did. e menu was exciting and clearly laid out, enough choice but not too much! Sean ordered the runny Scotch egg starter and I ordered the pate, then Sean ordered a Burger with blue cheese sauce and I had an 8oz Rump Steak, with a choice of chips, new potatoes or a jacket potato. We were asked if we wanted to dine inside or out on the terrace, we chose inside as it was nice and cool.

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When the starters were ready we were shown to our seats, inside it was fresh, well laid out and the decor was charming with a rustic vibe. Our starters were brought out and we both said 'wow'; Sean’s Scotch egg was delicious and when he finished he said he "doesn’t want to eat a normal scotch egg ever again!' it was lovely. My pate was also beautiful, full of flavour and really meaty, the chutney was sweet and sticky.

If you love good food and drink, you really must pay a visit to Broseley, to sample the dishes on offer at the Butchers Kitchen.

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e mains arrived with not much of a wait at all. My steak was cooked just as I ordered it, and came with mushroom sauce, which was really creamy and tasty.

Sean said his burger was meaty and juicy, really yummy, and as for the chips, they were 'proper' chips, thick chunky well-cooked chips - perfect! We had a side of onion rings as recommended by Nicky & they were really tasty. e plates had plenty on them; they were full and so were we once we had finished!

We were offered the dessert menu and were both a bit full, but we choose one each anyway - I am so glad i did!

I had lemon tart and it was the best lemon tart I’ve tasted; really creamy, perfect pastry and just the right tang of Lemon. Sean had sticky toffee pudding and said it was also amazing - he was unable to finish his though!

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Overall we both said that we were very pleasantly surprised as we didn't know what to expect, but it was definitely worth every penny and we will be going back!

Alongside the food menu was an extensive drinks menu, I started with a diet coke and Sean a pint of San Miguel (he went on to have 2 more so it must have been good!).

I was intrigued by the Massive choice of Gin, with one in particular singled out on the bar as the must try, this changes from time to time and is offered as their recommendation, being unsure I was guided through the Gin menu and recommended the Rhubarb & Ginger one to try with fever tree pink tonic, Nicky recommended it as a good beginners Gin, so I had one.

It was lovely so now apparently - i like Gin! e 3 staff on shift were polite, welcoming, and helpful and service was prompt. If you love good food and drink, you really must pay a visit to Broseley to sample the dishes on offer at the Butchers Kitchen.

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e Review

e Red House Inn

by Eileen Callear

e Red House, Lilleshall is one of Telford’s best known pub restaurants. Sitting in a prominent position on the roundabout, it boasts a large car park, children’s play area and one of the best carverys in town. e pretty outside seating area is the perfect place for families to relax and take in the beautiful setting, while the kids play in the enclosed play area.

We went inside and were greeted by the friendly staff, who showed us to our table. e Restaurant is very spacious, with fresh soft grey tones, pretty tartan blinds and rustic vibes – A very relaxed atmosphere with everything you need for an easy life, even the teenagers are covered with free wifi, meaning they won’t miss a snap-chat, plus contactless card payment. e Red House reopened in February, after a refurbishment, under new manager- Damian and assistant manager Dawn both of whom have years of experience. ey have built themselves a small, well trained, friendly team and a reputation for serving great quality food at really good prices. Alongside the excellent carvery, there are Pub Classics, Burgers, Steaks and Pastas & Salads.

We popped up to the bar to order, for drinks there is a whole host of options like Hendricks, Beers, Wine, Pink Gin and soft drinks – we went with 1 large Pinot Grigio and a Diet Coke.

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Who doesn’t love a carvery?

With a choice of succulent roast meats and seasonal vegetables, it’s the perfect way to enjoy a fresh meal with the whole family.

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For starters I had Chicken Wings; 10 crispy chicken wings, tossed in your choice of sauce – I went for Piri Piri. My husband Stephan had Louisiana Chicken Strips; Crispy battered chicken strips, served with a choice of sauce and both came with dressed salad garnish. For our mains I opted for one of their infamous Sunday carverys (which comes in 3 sizes – I had the small with pudding already in my mind!) and for Stephan – the 28 day-aged, seasoned and grilled, 9oz Sirloin Steak with chips, grilled tomato, onion rings and peas. e starters arrived quickly, small silver buckets of tender chicken with a generous helping of sauce. ey were piping hot and crispy, with a real lip-smacking kick courtesy of the Piri Piri sauce. Stephan’s strips were great – tender, with a lovely crispy coating and his favourite BBQ sauce. An excellent start.

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e steak was ready, so I popped up to collect my carvery. e meat selection was impressive even though it was only 15 minutes from the end of service, there was pork, chicken and Irish beef to choose from – I opted for the beef, which came with all the trimmings; Yorkshire pudding, pigs in blankets, stuffing ball and a variety of veggies, plus homemade gravy. Stephan’s steak was equally as impressive; a 9oz slab of sirloin – succulent and juicy with a dollop of English mustard. e Irish beef was spot on and the gravy was amazing. e steak was tender and succulent, the mustard giving an eyewatering blast of flavour – brilliant.

Pudding time, and for Stef our server recommended ‘e Ultimate Ice Cream Sundae’ with soft cookie pieces, vanilla ice cream, chocolate flavoured ice cream, chocolate sauce, Malteasers, M&M’s and Twix pieces, topped with lashings of whipped cream. She suggested we share it but Stephan was adamant he would manage it alone, and there was a Millionaires Chocolate Brownie with my name on it – after all I planned for it earlier on.

Little did Stephan realise just how massive this sundae was – It was HUGE!! He looked daunted but extremely excited to take on the challenge – he set about demolishing this towering pudding and I tucked into my gooey brownie. Half way through he looked like he may be beaten but after checking that we would look out for him and ensure he didn’t slip into a diabetic coma, he got a second wind and ate till he was about to pop! e Red House are re-establishing themselves as one of the best carvery/restaurants in the area; they are even planning the return of ‘2 for £10’ on selected mains, meaning that great food at amazing prices. e staff are working really hard to build an eatery that runs like a well-oiled machine; but with a relaxed, friendliness that makes for a very enjoyable experience all round. e Red House Inn Lilleshall Wellington Road, Lilleshall TF10 9EW

Telephone: 01952 603768 Monday – Saturday: 12noon – 9:00pm & Sunday: 12noon – 8:30pm

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e Review

e Golden Ball

by Kerrie Vaughan

On a glorious sunny Saturday Lunch time, a very special day indeed as it was the Royal Wedding. Where best to go to celebrate this, than for a family meal at a Traditional British pub for our very own Royal banquet. e Golden Ball is Ironbridge’s oldest inn and is located half way up Madeley hill on Newbridge Road in the Ironbridge Gorge. Nestled in the world English Heritage site, it is a 10 minute walk away from the worlds famous Ironbridge.

Boasting, a lovely restaurant, bar, beautiful rooms and flower adorned gardens with a picturesque courtyard and ample parking – e Golden ball is most certainly a beautiful hidden gem. Whether it’s just for a drink in the lovely gardens or food - the Golden Ball caters for everyone’s needs.

As we walked through, we could smell the aroma of delicious food in the air. On entering it was full of Royal well-wishers awaiting the first glimpse of Megan’s beautiful dress. We were greeted with a very warm welcome by the staff and seated at a lovely table. Boasting a fabulous setting and menu, we could not wait to try the delights cooked up by the Chef.

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e Golden ball has a wide selection of drinks available including a variety of ales such as Town Crier, HPA, Butcombe Bitter and Exmour Ale. For the G&T lovers how about a Hendricks Gin delightfully flavoured and paired with Fever-Tree Elderflower tonic or even a locally sourced flavoured Vodka from William Chase. With a great selection of wines spirits and champagnes to suit all tastes. e variety of food available from the chalk board is mouth-watering, from light bites to bar snacks, from Pan fried Rump steak & Onion on a baguette to smoked Haddock fishcakes with tar-tar sauce.

“With fantastic food and a wide selection of drinks, e Golden Ball in is the perfect place for a great lunch or a fabulous evening”.

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Delicious Starters from Home-made soup of the day with a bread roll to Poached pear & Shropshire blue cheese platter.

Mains of Homemade beef meatballs over spaghetti with a honey and grain mustard sauce to Beetroot Red pepper & Qinoa burger topped with tomato salsa served a brioche bun with salad and chips. Delicious, homemade desserts of Honey Panna Cotta and Rhubarb Compote to Pecan and walnut tart and of course not to forget a traditional Cheeseboard too, a selection of 3 cheeses, grapes, celery and chutney served with Gluten free oatcakes. All dietary needs are catered for at e Golden ball – so there is something for everybody. e Golden ball Source their food from local suppliers in order to maintain a fresh and inspiring seasonal menu. A great children’s menu is on offer with a varied choice to suit all children’s tastes from pizza to traditional Roasts including icecream two courses for £5.50 including a Fruit shoot.

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For Starters I chose the Squid rings with a garlic mayonnaise dip. e batter was handmade and the consistency and crunch were just simply amazing, a tasty fabulous starter that truly was light fluffy and delicious. My partner opted for the Confit of duck leg served an orange salad, succulent duck cooked to perfection with a lovely crunchy orange salad. Very enjoyable.

On to the mains, I opted for Coconut & Lime Chicken served salad and sweet potato wedges. e chicken was a taste sensation; succulent & coated in a light breading, infused with delicious flavours and a crunchy texture. e sweet potato wedges complimented the chicken so well, as did the fresh lime. A delicious, flavoursome, tasty dish & presented extremely well too. My partner chose the Pan Fried Sirloin steak served with mushrooms, tomatoes, chips & a brandy and cracked pepper sauce. e steak was cooked to perfection, succulent, juicy and the sauce was delicious. e plate very soon emptied of all this gorgeous food, not a morsel was left. My Daughter Sophia-May chose the pizza and chips and salad, as all children like to have a treat on a weekend. e pizza was homemade and had a selection of ham, cheese and tomato on top of French bread. She was very happy with her lovely pizza.

With a rather full tummy from all of the exquisite delights, we decided to share a pudding of Chocolate fudge cake and ice cream. e fudge cake was gorgeous surrounds by lashings of melted fudge, served with a strawberry. We were in food heaven.

If you fancied taking full advantage and staying overnight to explore more of what Ironbridge has to offer, then why not book one of the four beautifully decorated suites e Golden ball have to offer and make the most of your stay. e Golden Ball has lots of space for Parties, Buffets, Funerals, Club & organisation meetings so check out their website for example menus. e Golden Ball has many enjoyable evenings on offer from Quiz nights to open Mic nights and live music evenings. Ten out of Ten from e Hype magazine, the management and staff offer an amazing dining experience, exquisite food, great service and beautiful surroundings. I am already planning my next visit back.

e Golden Ball Inn, Newbridge Road, Ironbridge TF8 7BA

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Newport Show reveals more entertainment for July event... e organisers of Newport Show have revealed more exciting entertainment for this year’s show including a new celebrity chef, a pair of barbecue experts who are hotly tipped as TV’s next foodie sensation, and plans for more live music.

Great British Bake Off runner up Steven Carter-Bailey will join barbecue queens Samantha Evans and Shauna Guinn, who will star in their own BBC series ‘Sam & Shauna’s Big Cookout’ that aired in April, on the bill of the show’s Festival of Food on July 14. Steven, who was one of the three contestants to make it to the final in the Bake Off tent in 2017, will give two 45-minute presentations in the food theatre as well as meet fans. He won star baker two weeks in a row and three times in total as well as getting a ‘Hollywood handshake’ from judge Paul during pudding week on the Channel 4 show. He wowed audiences with his intricate and elaborate bakes including the incredibly life-like cake ‘sandwich’.

Samantha and Shauna, who run one of the UK’s top smokehouses in Barry, Wales, won the best street food category at the BBC Food and Farming Awards in 2015 and were finalists and runners up in the 2016 Observer Food Monthly Awards. ey will demonstrate their unique brand of barbecuing and share tips in two live shows in the food theatre.

Main ring entertainment at the Chetwynd Deer Park will include the popular Sheep Show, complete with dancing sheep, with another exciting headline act yet to be revealed. ree local bands will grace the live music stage in the main arena later in the afternoon, there will be new classes in the livestock ring including commercial beef cattle being judged and scored by an expert panel, and a new class for Shropshire sheep. e Educational Hub is being extended so

Steven Carter-Bailey, the Great British Bake Off runner up, who will be at Newport Show on July 14.

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it can include even more exhibited work from schools in Newport and the surrounding areas and activities for all ages to reinforce the links between agriculture and food. ere will also be an apple bobbing competition for schools to take part in and win a month’s free supply of fruit for students. is year, the show’s antiques and shopping area will be amalgamated to create an enhanced countryside retail village. Show President Tony Asson said: “is year’s line up is shaping up to be brilliant and there will so much for the whole family to see and do. We are delighted to have Steven and Samantha and Shauna with us. ey are all rising stars in the world of food, with innovative and exciting approaches to baking and barbecuing.

We also have another very exciting headline act to announce later this year.

“We have looked at all areas of the show to enhance the experience for our visitors and we’re sure that the changes we make such as new classes, an expanded Educational Hub and the new Countryside Retail Village will prove popular.” e one-day show also hosts more than 140 livestock, sheep and equine classes, an open dog show featuring Crufts qualifying classes, family entertainment, vintage vehicle and machinery displays, trade stands, handicraft and horticulture competitions, and a fairground. Ticket prices have been frozen at 2017 rates and family passes have been expanded to include up to two adults and three children to cater for larger families.

Advance tickets and membership packages offering discounts on the gate price are now available to buy at www.newportshow.co.uk.

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Summer Holiday Fun

in Wellington...

FREE FAMILY EVENTS

e school summer holidays can be a nightmare, trying to find interesting and affordable activities for the family to do for a whole 6 weeks isn’t normally easy. But thanks to Wellington Town Council this summer has just been made easy with free events every Tuesday during the school break!

to some family friendly tunes or go hopping mad bouncing! What kid doesn’t love a bouncy castle? Tuesday 21st August there will be more bouncing fun in the form of a Bouncy Assault Course, you can bounce and slide your way through an Inflatable Assault and Obstacle Courses - if this doesn’t tire out the kids, i don’t know what will!

ere will be FREE SUMMER HOLIDAY FUN for kids, in Wellington. Every Tuesday from 31st July to the 1st September between 1pm and 3pm, at Bowring Park, Wellington, weather permitting there will be a variety of activities to keep the kids happy. Kicking

Tuesday 28th August you will be able to enjoy a family fun picnic, as well as a disco and bouncy castle. Pack your sandwiches (and some cake of course!) and head down to Bowring Park. ere will be music, fun and more bouncing - here’s hoping that the weather stays nice!

things off on Tuesday 31st July, there will be face painting and kids crafts, badge-sand art and mug making - getting the creative juices flowing.

On Tuesday 7th August there will be Bubble Football fun - a fun twist on the game of footie, which always results in heaps of fun. Bubble football is exactly what it says on the cover - the players run around in ‘zorb’ like bubbles - a great laugh.

Tuesday 14th August is disco time, with a fun toddler disco and bouncy castle. e kids can get their groove on

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e events will be brought to a close on Saturday 1st September with the grand finale - e Bungee Run. Put your strength and stamina to the test with this exciting adrenaline fuelled activity. It's fast, furious and great fun!

Each contestant attaches themselves to a body harness before attempting to run as far as he/she can before the bungee cord catapults them back to the start.

So get yourselves down to Wellington this summer, and enjoy joining in the fun.

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Wolverhampton Events...

What’s on this summer in Wolverhampton...

With the summer holidays in sight, we take a look at some of the great events and activities available across Wolverhampton.

You could head over to Wolverhampton Racecourse for an afternoon of Summer Racing on 10 July 2018, at this fixture at one of Britain’s busiest racecourses, you can expect exhilarating all-weather racing action - perfect for summer. On 14th and 15th July, head over to West Park for the Wolverhampton Fiesta - Harry Jones Company return for the 3rd year running, with arena acts including monster trucks and horses of the knight.

Also from Harry Jones is Children’s World, which will run all summer - weather dependant, from 20th July till 2nd September in West Park. ere will be fun fair rides and entertainment for little ones. And there are plenty of other child friendly events on like the Northycote Farm Fairy Festival on 22nd July, Summer Holiday Club at Kingswood Trust between 23rd – 25th July 2018 or a Family Music Festival and Camp Out on 28th July.

11th and 12th August sees the return of the WV1 Festival to West Park Wolverhampton, after a hugely successful second year in 2017 - this year’s event promises to be an amazing two day festival. is two day tribute act festival, bringing you blistering sets from the best rock and indie bands in the universe, without the costly ticket prices. Expect two days of crowd-surfing, chorouschanting, festival fun Plus bars, food stands, a market, a children’s area, and thrill rides - something for the whole family! Tribute acts include Guns n’ Roses, Green Day, Metallica, Queen and Nirvana. Tickets are FREE - all you pay is a £3.50 booking fee. Visit www.wv1fest.com.

e Local Grapevine...

Cosford Food Festival 22nd July 2018 A tasty line-up of over 90 local producers will be heading to this year’s Cosford Food Festival. Taking place on Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 July, it promises to serve up the very best food and drink the Midlands has to offer. Held in the spacious grounds at the RAF Museum Cosford, with the VC10 and Hercules aircraft acting as a backdrop to the bustling food market, organisers have lined up delicious food for visitors to enjoy at the festival.

Dragon Boat Race 29th July 2018 Gather a team of friends, family, and colleagues and try your hand at winning the Lord Mayor’s Cup in an extravaganza of racing water dragons against the City Livery Companies, Corporates and Charity teams. is event is open to all ages (16+) and abilities, experts and novices alike. Come and paddle on the mile-wide waters of Chillington’s lake, designed and installed by Capability Brown. e Lord Mayor and Lady Mayoress will present e Lord Mayor's Cup to the winning team at the close of the event. e race will start at 11am and finish at 4pm. And for those who prefer to watch and cheer from the bankside, the festival village will tease you with its many delights. You will experience dancing Lions and Dragons, cultural dance performances and drumming, arts, crafts and music; world food stands, a wonderful wine emporium, tours of Chillington Hall, a display of classic cars, a kid’s zone and much more. Altogether an excellent day experience for all the family and friends, there is something for everyone in the English country parklands of Chillington Hall.

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e Review

Patshull Park Hotel

By Luke Smith

My fiancée Ashleigh and I headed over to Patshull Park Hotel, Golf and Country Club midway between Telford and Wolverhampton, set in 200 acres of beautifully secluded Shropshire Countryside. e Hotel is situated in the grounds of Patshull Hall, with parkland designed by Capability Brown, now forming a stunning 18-hole golf course, and an ideal place for short golf breaks. Additionally, Patshull Park’s 75 acres of fishing lakes provide a superb location for relaxing fishing breaks, plus the fantastic hotel facilities make it ideal for a spa break too.

As we arrived we were instantly impressed with the scenery with the huge driveway leading up to the hotel and also the terrific fishing pools. As we arrived we headed in to the Lakeside restaurant to sample the new menu on offer and we were in for a real treat. We were warmly greeted by Ashley and whisked away to our table, which was very nicely laid out in the very spacious restaurant. e first treat of the evening was visual; the view across the lake was simply stunning and we had the additional benefit of some lovely sunshine, making it a very pleasant experience.

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e fine food is complemented a wide choice of drinks from the bar including two regular real ales and a varied and fairly priced wine list with a good selection offered by the glass.

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We were handed the drink and food menus and whilst we looked at the selection of dishes on offer, we decided to have two cokes and some water for the table. You could clearly see the menu had been seasonally inspired, and there was just the right amount of choices available. For our starters I went for Beef Carpaccio with rocket and pesto oil and Ashleigh decided to go for the Baked Breaded Camembert with port and redcurrant jus. ey arrived in no time, the Beef Carpaccio was delicately sliced and well presented; you could really taste the quality of the meat, it melted in my mouth and was packed with flavour. Ashleigh’s Baked Breaded Camembert was equally impressive, the outside was perfectly cooked with a nice little crunch and the inside was gooey and oozing through the outside coating and it was a really tasty start to the evening.

For our main courses, Ashleigh opted for the Slow Cooked Pork Belly with creamy mash, apple and sage puree and cider gravy. I decided to try the Pan Seared Rump of Lamb with crushed new potatoes, cranberry and rosemary red wine jus. Ashleigh said the pork belly was the best main she tasted in a very long time; the pork belly was intensely flavoured and the combination of the creamy mash and gravy made this dish truly incredible. My Pan Seared Rump of Lamb was beautifully cooked, the thick slices of meat were top quality, and the flavours were truly staggering,

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accompanied with the crushed new potatoes and seasonal vegetables - this is a dish that will stick in my mind for some time to come.

Although we were extremely full the temptation of the Dessert menu was too much so we decided to make the most of the evening. I went for the classic Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding with Butterscotch Sauce and Ashleigh is a sucker for a Brownie, so she had the Hot Triple Chocolate Brownie with Vanilla pod ice cream. My Sticky Toffee was to die for, perfectly baked soft in the middle; the butterscotch sauce made this the perfect, scrumptious end to a perfect evening. Ashleigh thoroughly enjoyed her dessert too, she is a massive brownie lover and this one hit the spot perfectly.

Overall we had a lovely evening at Patshull Park and would recommend to anyone, Ashley and the team are very attentive and nothing is too much trouble – making for a really great dining experience, and they clearly love what they do. We are looking forward to returning again in the near future.

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e Review

e Sports Bar & Grill at Casino 36

By Luke Smith

My Fiancée Ashleigh and I headed over to Ashleigh’s home city of Wolverhampton to sample the brand new menu at the Sports Bar & Grill located at Casino 36. Set in the heart of the city; you can sit in friendly surroundings while you try your luck on live tables or £20,000.00 Jackpot Machines.

If it is your first visit to a casino the helpful managers and staff will show you how to play any of the games they have on offer. e Sports Bar & Grill brings you access to all of the major sports channels on an array of HD TV screens, along with the choice of picking something tasty from the mouth-watering food and drink menu at unbeatable prices, all freshly prepared in the open plan kitchen. ey have created a fantastic venue where you can watch sport, socialise, eat and drink, creating the perfect atmosphere for any sports fan, with a professional and friendly group of staff on hand to help you if needed. ey also offer free WiFi to all of their customers.

For something different, take a seat in the beautifully designed Champagne Lounge, offering an intimate and comfortable environment to sit back and enjoy a glass, or bottle of your choice. e Champagne Lounge is available to book for private functions and corporate bookings.

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An Incredibly Sophisticated Dining Experience with Food & Drink from Around the World.

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As soon as we entered we were instantly impressed, the décor is stunning and we were mesmerised by all of the gaming machines, glitzy lights and luxury furnishings. We were escorted to the restaurant, which was very spacious, offering both booth and table seating, we opted for a booth and snuggled in to take a look at the brand new menus. We met Ed – the Deputy Food & Drink Manager; who went through the menus and explained that all of the meat comes from the local butchers Edwards, and told us all about the changes that they are making to the menu, offering something very different from what you would expect from a casino. e recently transformed ‘e 36’ menu is full of dishes bursting with fresh ingredients, the like of which you would associate with a top restaurant and there is a good amount of options available. For starters we decided to go for the Casino 36 Nachos; their own style flour tortilla nachos, dusted with Cajun seasoning, cheese, guacamole, sour cream and salsa. I’m not particularly a huge fan of nachos normally but we went with their recommendation and we were definitely not disappointed. e nachos were sensational, not your typical tortilla chips shoved in a bowl

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and covered in sauce - these were light, with a perfect crunchy texture and just the right amount of seasoning, making this the perfect starter - I even asked for the recipe as they were so good!

For our main course, Ashleigh went for an 8oz Ribeye accompanied with chips, side salad and some onion rings, I decided to go for the Chicken and Chorizo Flatbread, a seasoned flatbread topped with bbq sauce, chorizo, chicken breast and red onion finished with cheddar and mozzarella cheese, grilled to melting perfection, and served with chips and with Casino 36 spicy chilli slaw. Ashleigh was really impressed with her steak, it was cooked to perfection and was very tender; melting in her mouth and the chips and onion rings were excellent. My flatbread was as impressive, the dish was bursting with flavour and something I would highly recommend. e flatbread was tasty and the BBQ sauce on top of the flatbread was tangy, with the chicken and chorizo it was the perfect combination. e spicy chilli slaw had a pleasant kick to it and again this was a fantastic dish. We decided to have the garlic and rosemary flatbread, giant garlic flatbread coated with garlic butter for extra flavour, this was again excellent and a great side dish.

For dessert we decided to go for the Dessert Sharing Platter, which includes mini chocolate brownies, cheesecake bites, salted cameral profiteroles and caramel filled mini churros - all on a large platter with salted cameral and chocolate sauce, plus 2 scoops of vanilla ice-cream. We also had a Liefmans fruit beer, to wash it down. is was simply the best dessert we have ever had everything was fresh and tasty and you get that satisfying feeling of ‘having it all’ with the selection of treats. If you like dessert this is the dish for you. e beer was light and sweet and a good drink to go with the dessert.

After we finished we headed down to casino for some fun. e facilities are second to none and the staff are great. Overall we had a fantastic experience at Casino 36 and in particular the restaurant is terrific. is is definitely isn’t any run of the mill restaurant - if you’re looking for somewhere to dine, this is place is for you -this restaurant is a truly incredibly culinary experience and we are looking forward to returning soon.

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School’s Out For Summer!...

Summer Holiday Survival Guide

GARDEN GEMS...

You would be surprised how many children love to garden. Growing some simple tomato plants or strawberries can be a really rewarding way of keeping them busy - plus they get to enjoy eating the harvest once they are ripe. Get some small trowels and forks (you can get them from the pound shops) and set aside a small ‘plot’ or even a couple of planters and encourage them to get growing.

BUILD A DEN...

Just how do you keep the kids occupied for 6 weeks?...

As a parent I love the school holidays, yes - you read it correctly! I know a lot of parents dread the thought of trying to fill (and fund) a whole six weeks with interesting, fun things to do, but for me it’s so nice just not having to do the morning wake-up ritual and school runs. ere are lots of great things to do and see both locally and a little further afield, from roaming the local beauty spots like the Long Mynd to ice-skating or trampolining. You don’t even have to leave home to have fun, with the better weather comes paddling pools and super soakers which keep both big and little kids amused for hours on end.

So where are the best places in and around Shropshire to visit? If you love nature and wildlife then head over to Battlefield Falconry Centre in Shrewsbury, where you can get up-close and personal with Hawks and Owls. Whilst in

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Shrewsbury you could visit e Quarry Park or take a short drive over to Church Stretton and take in the beauty of e Long Mynd (*Dog owners beware though, as there have been some suspected cases of Alabama Rot around the Carding Mill Valley area).

Oswestry is home to the British Ironwork Centre, home of the largest displays of decorative metalwork, set in glorious Shropshire countryside. It is a fab day out for the whole family.

If you are looking for a museum to visit then you are in the right place. With the Ironbridge Gorge and RAF Museum Cosford on the doorstep, you will have no trouble filling your days, or you could even go to prison - Jailhouse Tours offer great guided tours of the historic Dana Prison, which is fascinating. Other great days out include Hoo Farm Animal Kingdom, Telford Town Park, Hawkstone Park Follies, Attingham Park, to name just a few - Enjoy Summer in Shropshire!

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Even a small garden can accommodate a den. Make from a tee-pee made from bean sticks and sheets or get a small garden shed, kitted out with some bean bags, you will have to drag them back in the house come bedtime. Or set up a tent indoors for them to have a picnic or play some games in indoor camping can be great fun too.

WHAT ABOUT RAIN?...

Visit a museum, library or take a train ride or there are loads of swimming pools locally, which is always a great way to spend a rainy day. Grab some rackets and a soft ball and go to the local leisure centre for a game of tennis - most councils run some really cheap rates for kids during the school breaks. If you don’t mind getting wet, put on some old clothes and wellies and go on a muddy walk - jumping in puddles is great fun.

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TELFORD’S GREATEST INDOOR ADVENTURE PARK! Airea51 trampoline arena is approaching its first years anniversary and we are entering the summer school holidays with some amazing offers and activities for the kids and whole family to enjoy.

Take advantage of the Family pass throughout the summer period only £30 for up to a family of 5 saving you £20 per family, or why not buy our multi passes 5 bounces for £39 for 5 bounces, £69 for 10 Bounces and £99 for 15 bounces to be used throughout summer holidays. Parents now go FREE with all under 5s all day not just 9-10am, why not try out the Pre School classes during term time 11-12 every day.

They offer so much more than trampolines its a whole adventure land offering 54 interconnected trampoline beds, cardio wall, walk the wall, ninja assault course, bouldering wall, parkour, dodgeball court , toddler area, foam pits, jump tower and so much more, kids of all ages just love it.

At Cafe51 we do a wide variety of home made treats as well as mouth watering meals, this has a large viewing gallery and a FREE soft play area for the under 5s so you can watch your your child bounce and play whilst you sit and relax and enjoy one of our Barrista coffees‘ s. You don’t have to be a bouncer/jumper to enjoy our facilities as you can just pop in to enjoy the cafeteria and free soft play area.

So let your child be the talk of the town by booking your child’s birthday party, with 5 various in size party rooms to

AIREA 51 accommodate from 10 to 35 children offering a variety of packages to suit all, whether it’s a toddler package, bronze, silver or gold we really do offer it all, why not book a party during the disco sessions 7-9pm every Friday/Saturday evening. We provide you with your very own party host so you can sit back and relax and let them run the whole event.

Book your party before 1st September and receive a FREE ONE MONTH PASS to use at AIREA51 worth over £240 just quote MONTH FREE PASS when booking.

We also offer the perfect venue for team building events, stag and Hen doos and corporate hire.

Get fit and beach body ready throughout the summer, our Gym bounce classes are a great price at Only £5 per person.

Come and see what all the buzz is about.

Our Newly opened Dance studio home to Airea51 Dance and Acro Academy have classes in Commercial Jazz, Tap, Classical, Ballet, Street Dance, Acro and many more. Want to be a star... Get trained by the best, Alicia principal of the school has been in the business all of her life dancing and performing with some of the biggest stars in the industry and is bringing her talent to Telford, for more information and to book a class please email aliciam@airea51.co.uk or call 07960 588789.

AIREA51 look forward to seeing you all during the School Holidays to bounce the summer away!

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Impress your guests with an extra special touch and add some snap, sparkle and pop to your party with a confetti canon shooter. Perfect for weddings, birthdays graduations or any other event that needs some extra glitz, these canons will make sure no one will forget your fabulous party any time soon! £2 from Paperchase.

PAMPER THE BRIDE Bride-to-be Gift

All-over lace is beautifully complimented with floral applique details forming the ultimate in luxe feminine aesthetics whilst delicate thin straps cross over at the back for a chic, fashion-forward edge.

Think traditional bridal styling with a glamorous twist for the ultimate in subtly sultry statements, perfect for the bride who covets classically chic details and oh-so-sexy silhouettes!

Key Features: Perfect for a bride-to-be in the run up to the big day! Available in four candle scents Help the brideto-be enjoy some well deserved R&R with our stunning Pamper Gift Box! Bride-to-be Gift Box £94.99 from gettingpersonal.co.uk

Little Mistress Cami Lace Wedding Dress Code: S8LM0105WH £200.00 (FREE UK Delivery)

BRIDESMAIDS & PAGE BOYS...

Gorgeous outfits for bridesmaids and page boys of all ages..

You don’t need to go to specialist shops to get great bridesmaid and page boy attire.

High Street stores now offer some lovely dresses and suits which are reasonably priced and come in most age ranges.

Monsoon and River Island both have a great range available, with pretty dresses for the bridesmaids and smart suits for the page boys.

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CATERING FOR

EVERY OCCASION...

WHY CHOOSE POLKA DOT CATERING? At Polka Dot Catering, we can take care of all of your catring needs, allowing you to sit back and really enjoy your next event. From a small family gathering or buffet to weddings, we will provide delicious mouth watering treats for you and your guests to enjoy.

All bookings can include vintage china hire if required, napkins, set up on the day of the event and our uniformed staff to serve throughout your occasion, meaning your pots remained filled, tables tidy and tummy’s completely satisfied. Just let us know your requirements and we can quote you accordingly. We cater for all dietary requirements, including young children, gluten free, dairy free and vegan. All eggs used are locally sourced

and free range. Our meat and vegetables are sourced from local butchers wherever possible.

Our mission is to ‘Make Memories With Food’, by providing our clients with a culinary experience to remember. We offer a diverse selection of mouthwatering suggested menus and of course we can craft something truly unique for you and your guests. Our menus can be fun, innovative or traditional, and most importantly - they are always delicious!

You can choose from our sharing platters, afternoon tea, canapes, fine dining, artisan buffets and cold treats.

WEDDING CATERING...

Your wedding is one of the most special days of your life. The most important thing to us is to create the wedding you want - a wedding as indiviual as

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Gin Is In.

Best Gin Around

Sloe Gin: For a perfect ready-made Gin Liqueur try this Rhubarb & Ginger Flavoured one by Edinburgh Gin it’s Amazing!

Which Gin Is e Best?...

London Dry Gin:

Dry? Craft? or maybe you like it Sloe?

What ever way you like your gin, it is important to pick a decent one, so we put together some of our favourites for you to try out for yourself.

e best-known and most popular type of gin, with flowery and aromatic characteristics, which result from botanicals, mainly juniper, being added during the second or third distillation.

Great for cocktails and martinis. We love Langleys Number 8 & Sainsbury’s Blackfriars Gin.

With more than 40 million bottles of Gin sold in the UK every year, according to the Wine and Spirit Trade Association, demand is high and there is a huge range of exciting brands to try, each with their own flavour and style who would have thought the humble juniper berry would cause such a stir.

So which one do you choose? We feel that after slurping as many gins as we have, we can consider ourselves as experts! Ok, maybe not experts but it does make us pretty knowledgeable about such things, so let us help you to find the perfect one for you.

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is red liqueur is gin flavoured with sloe (blackthorn) drupes – a small relative of the plum. e traditional production method involves soaking the sloes in the gin, using sugar to ensure the sloe juice is extracted from the fruit, but many commercial sloe gins are made by flavouring cheaper neutral grain spirits. Monkey 47 Sloe Gin is my personal favourite but Sipsmith Sloe Gin is a close second.

Craft Gin: is modern type of gin uses the same distilling process as traditional gin, but is typically infused with additional flavours. Hendrick’s Gin, for me is a winner - with a clean, refreshing taste, thanks to an unusual mix of botanicals including cubeb berries, elderflower, chamomile and yarrow. If you want a solid G&T, with a floral aroma, look no further.

Pair of Giant Gin & Tonic Glasses £14.99 from e Present Finder

Old Tom Gin: A sweetened version of London dry gin, with syrup and/or citrus notes.

Great for older gin cocktail recipes, including Tom Collins. Haymans Old Tom is our top pick. Tanqueray Old Tom Gin is also a pretty good though.

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LETS EAT.

No Ordinary Sandwich...

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Easy SUMMER

Recipes

Fig & Ricotta Sandwich

Ingredients Fresh Multi-seed Bread (Uncut & Freshly Baked) or you can use your favourite bread if you like.

4 Fresh Figs 1 250g tub of Ricotta Cheese Organic Squeezy Clear Honey 340G Walnut Pieces 200G

Method is sandwich is both easy to prepare and amazingly tasty. It makes a brilliant light lunch and is a really refreshing twist on the humble sandwich.

Fruity Summer Sangria Mix up a jug of ice-cold Spanish Sangria; the perfect cocktail for hot summer days!

Ingredients To make a pitcher of Sangria...

750ml Red Wine 150ml Triple Sec 150ml Brandy 200ml Lemonade 50ml Lemon Juice 2 Tbsp Sugar 80ml Orange Juice 1 Lemon - cut into slices 1 Orange - cut into slices 1 Lime - cut into slices 10 Cherries - Maraschino Fresh mint to garnish

Method Mix the red wine together with the brandy, lemon juice, lemonade, orange juice, triple sec, and sugar - and give it a good stir. Immerse the slices of lemon, orange and lime, along with the cherries in the mixture, then allow to chill in the fridge overnight to get the very best flavour. If you like it fizzy, add club soda before serving. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint - summer in a glass.

Slice a fresh loaf, and spread with a generous layer of ricotta cheese. Slice the Figs and arrange on top. Drizzle with honey and sprinkle some walnuts over. Simply amazing.

FIG FACTS Fresh figs, high in phytonutrients and antioxidants such as carotenes, tannins, lutein, and chlorogenic acid among others and antioxidant vitamins such as vitamin A, E, and K. Together, these compounds found in figs help scavenge harmful oxygen-derived free radicals from the body, helping to protect us from things like cancers, diabetes, degenerative diseases, and infections too - pretty cool eh?!

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Kylie.

Big Celebrities Touring Locally

UK & IRELAND TOUR 21 September 2018, Genting Arena, Birmingham You can count on the fingers of one hand the number of “pop” artists who’ve lasted more than a decade, let alone more than two!

In July 1987 Kylie released her first single; a remake of the 1962 Little Eva hit “Locomotion”. e song hit No.1 in Australia and remained in the top spot for seven weeks, becoming the biggest Australian single of the ‘80’s. Two decades later Kylie achieved the record for the most played female artist on UK radio over the last 20 years!

Kylie Minogue released her new album ‘Golden’ back on 6th April via BMG, her first for the label.

‘Golden’ is Kylie’s first studio album in four years and her fourteenth studio album in a record breaking career. e album was mainly recorded in Nashville, which was a first for Kylie, a fact which couldn’t help but inform the sound – albeit in Kylie’s superlative pop style. e album opens with lead single ‘Dancing’, which sets the tone for what is to come on the album. Kylie says: “You’ve got the lyrical edge, that Country feel, mixed with some sampling of the voice and electronic elements, so it does what it says on the label. And I love that it’s called ‘Dancing’, it’s immediately accessible and seemingly so obvious, but there’s depth within the song.”

Minogue. Her trip to Nashville involved working alongside two key writers, both with homes in the city. One was British-born songwriter Steve McEwan (whose credits include huge Country hits for Keith Urban, Kenny Chesney and Carrie Underwood), and the other was Amy Wadge, another Brit (best known for her mega-selling work with Ed Sheeran).

Kylie Minogue will bring her extraordinary creativity as a live performer back to the stage this autumn when she plays a UK and Ireland tour.

Kylie, who always raises the bar with her live performances, promises a brand new extravaganza for this production which will be centred around her new album 'Golden', although of course her amazing back catalogue will also be embraced.

is record is one of Kylie’s most personal date – with every song on ‘Golden’ co-written by Tickets are on general sale from 10am 02 March 2018 via www.theticketfactory.com or by calling 0844 33 88 222 *Calls cost 7p per minute plus your phone company's access charge. Tickets priced at £57.70/£69.00/£80.30/£108.55 tiered seating, £80.30 standing and £108.55 gold circle. (Prices include admin fees and £1.20 facility fee) + £2.55 fulfilment fee per order.

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FESTIVAL - Bandeau £8, Shorts £12 - Primark

The

FESTIVAL - Body £10 - Primark

Festival

Anything goes…

Guide

Festival season is in full swing, and with it comes the inevitable flower headbands, frills, sparkles and wellington boots. You can literally go to town when it comes to festival fashion. Denim shorts are a must, as are bikini tops of every description, or even swimsuits; handy for when the rain starts! Remember to layer it up, as it can drop cool on the evenings - but most importantly, have fun with it.

e Essentials…

A good pair of wellington boots is a must for festival goers, wading through mud in sandals is not a great look. An anorak with a hood is also something you would be mad to be without - you know it’s going to rain, right? You won’t want to carry a massive bag around with you, so a belt bag is a great way of keeping money, phones and other essentials safe without them getting in the way of enjoying yourself. Main Image: Kimono £20, Silver Bralette £6. Top Right: Green Rose Floral Anorak £29.99 from T.K.Maxx. Norris Field Boot - Hunter x National Trust wellingtons £110.00.

Accessorize Embellished Disc Statement Earrings £12.00.

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New Look Black Floral Embellished Swimsuit £24.99. Flower Headband. Oliver Bonas Nellie Festival Flower Fedora £24.

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FASHION

Must Have!!

BUILT-IN CHARGER HIP PURSE

Perfect if your battery life runs out faster than loo roll at Glastonbury! Throw your hands in the air like you just don't care with this season's hottest accessory - the Festival Hip Purse!

Perfect for raving in a field, the purse looks cute, keeps your stuff safe and your hands free to dance, drink and use a portaloo with ease!

If that wasn't enough, the purse has a built-in charger that's capable of fully charging your phone twice. That's enough juice to twitterstalk your favourite headliner and annoy your facebook friends with smug selfies. The Festival Hip Purse can be worn across the body, around the waist, attached to your belt or used as a clutch. It has enough room to hold your tickets, phone, cash, cards and lippie! Festival Hip Purse with Built-in Phone Charger in Black £64.95 from Cuckooland.com Features | Fashion

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Absolutely Potty...

Plant pots come in all shapes, sizes and designs.

The simple addition of some large plants around the house turns boring corners of living rooms and hallways into green lushiousness. An interesting pot is a great way of making a statement, I love this Cement Style Tall Planter £55. Another lovely idea is using a Paperweave Storage Basket - From £12 - a relatively cheap option.

Real house plants are great but artificial flowers and foliage have come along in leaps and bounds, so if like me you struggle to look after house plants you can still get the look without any plants being harmed! I like this succulent style tree in cement effect pot - £12.

All from Next Home

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Stay Home...

Beautiful Home Ideas

Exclusively designed in London, HOME by Monsoon is back with a brand new collection, bringing globally-inspired furniture, sumptuous cushions and throws, and beautiful accessories to modern living spaces. From woodblockprinting to intricate embroideries, artisanal handcraft techniques make their mark throughout the range, lending a touch of bohemian glamour to any home. With clean white walls you need focus-stealing additions to your soft furnishings, like these stunning hand-tufted cushions £40, showcasing an ikat print with tufted tonal threads and tassel trims in beautiful deep blue shades.

For a touch of elegance, this on-trend marble table nest will lend a modern update to any stylish space. ese round nesting tables boast polished marble tops for a sleek and natural look, along with glamorous gold-tone metal legs £120 (set of two). Make a style statement of your floor space with a large rug. Like this pretty flat weave rug, crafted in a cotton and wool blend, the geometric design promises to rejuvenate your home.

Invite glamorous shimmer into the setting with a large sequin basket - £35. Beautifully handcrafted from straw by artisans using traditional weaving techniques, this feature-worthy piece possesses dazzling sequin embellishments to the lower Home by Monsoon

half. It guarantees to garner attention in your stylish décor, and will work beautifully as a storage basket or a plant pot cover.

Brilliant Blues...

Blue and white are a colour combination made in heaven, remaining timeless for decades, they are ideal for making a space feel larger and more serene. Blue and white is an iconic look and it looks great with virtually any design style. You can add blue and white to your home is so many ways, from porcelain pieces and plates to bedding and fabrics, and not forgetting paints and you can add various patterns like stripes and woven fabrics without hesitation.

Bold shades of aqua bring vitality to a cool white-washed setting, like the 3 seater Aurora Sofa £399 from DFS. With a Scandinavian influence, the Aurora features pared-back, modern design and inviting proportions, giving a unique look. is bold splash of colour looks great with the addition of darker blues, which really make it stand out.

Using blue hues creates a serene, calm space in any home, adding large house plants such as palms and ferns just adds to the relaxing vibe. Whatever blue you choose from Navy to duck-egg, you really will be able to relax in style.

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Book Worms...

A black country girl who loves to read.

I have heard so many great things about this book and was lucky enough to receive a copy of NetGallery for an honest review.

Georgina Jefimik

woman isn’t sexually attracted to them and wants to be just be friends?

e story follows our protagonist Izzy, ‘an aspiring comic, an impoverished orphan, and a Slut Extraordinaire’. Well, that’s what the malicious website flying around the school is describing her as. After attending a party, Izzy sleeps with two guys in one night, one happens to be the senators son and pictures of her soon start making their way around the school. Izzy has never been ashamed of herself and she isn’t going to start now. However, when everyone has seen your nude pictures and is branding you a slut, it’s kind of hard to keep her head up. Izzy is an amazing narrator. She challenges expectations and is so comfortable with her own body and sexuality and it’s really refreshing to see. Also, she has sex and isn’t afraid to tell you she actually enjoys it! *gasps*. She also is a comedic genius, and this is shown through the hilarious and witty narrative. e book is portrayed as her diary, however the added touch of Izzy’s own voice makes it almost conversational. You feel like Izzy is right there telling you her story. I think what I liked most about her is how she was fierce and strong but also vulnerable which made her so relatable.

This book deals with a lot of sensitive subjects that can be quite triggering so readers should be warned. Not only does it deal with slut shaming, male entitlement, cyber bullying and revenge porn, it also deals with the outing of a queer character without their consent. I can’t begin to understand how that must feel, however what I do know is that it should always be someone’s choice, and that choice was taken away from them. I did however, have a few issues with the book. I find it incredible how much the whole story was blown out of proportion. I was confused by the media attention the story gathered and I think the explanation of the senators son being wasn’t enough for me.

I also struggled to understand why the school didn’t act upon anything that was happening. Not once did a teacher call Izzy in to discuss what had happened and next steps to take. Also, it’s effectively ‘revenge porn’, so I don’t know why the person responsible got off so easily. I get that it isn’t necessarily illegal across all of America, but surely the school should have done so much more. Also, before I finish the review, can we have a special shout out to Izzy’s grandmother and her dog Dumbledore!

is story shows how double standards still exist and how women are treated so much differently to men. Why is Izzy treated so horribly after her nude pictures are leaked, yet no one bats an eyelid when a guy’s picture is? It also deals with male entitlement and how they think that by being nice to a woman and buying her gifts means they should be entitled to more. at is literally not how it works. Why is it that some men are so offended by the idea that a

Laura Steven is an amazing author and I am so excited to read more of her work. is is one of the most honest books I have ever read. It is funny, hilarious, frustrating, heart-breaking and just all around amazing. At times, it made me uncomfortable, but I think that’s a good thing.

It touched upon issues that are so relevant in today’s society. I give this book four out of five stars and will be recommending it to all my friends and family.

GEORGINA JEFIMIK Book Review... @ginasbookshelf www.ginasbookshelf. wordpress.com e Exact Opposite of Okay – Laura Steven

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CLUES ACROSS

1. Meagre (6) 5. Ripped (4) 9. Railway employee (6,9) 12. Italian island (5) 13. Clamorous (5) 14. Thin board (5) 15. Offer at a lower price (8) 18. Inopportune (8) 20. Oscillate (5) 21. Act properly (6) 22. Modified (6) 23. Not married (5) 25. Making a chess move (5) 26. Indicated (8) 29. Irish county (5) 31. Spanish friend (5) 32 & 33. Without pausing to think (2,3,4,2,3,6) 34. Object of worship (4) 35. Young boy (6)

Coffee Break?...

PUZZLE TIME

CLUES DOWN

2. Gurkha knife (5) 3. Rebellious (8) 4. Somerset town (6) 5. Agreeing (8) 6. Summarise (abbrev.) (5) 7. Altered balance (6,3,6) 8. Neutraliser of more painful symptoms (7-8) 10. Light fawn (4) 11. Amused oneself (6) 16. Competitor (5) 17. Sharp vibrating sound (5) 18. Take off line (5) 19. Not suitable (5) 21. Begin to be (6) 23. Illegal (8) 24. Disfigured (8) 27. Profound (4) 28. Besides (6) 30. Abhorred (5) 32. Metrical feet (5)

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Out of the Blue...

Colour Crush

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BLUE HUES...

Brighten things up with these pretty shades from Wilkos. Durable (2.5l) paint in Pool House and Midnight Hour at £15 each and Cambridge Blue Exterior Gloss (.75l) £8.50.

CLASSIC FRENCH BLUE with fairytale quality...

Make the bedroom a place of harmony and tranquillity, where each day begins and ends in serene comfort with calming blues.

Beautiful, Bold, Blue Home Interiors from e French Bedroom Company.

We’re taking interiors from bland to bold with a splash of blue to achieve a classically cool look. With homes breaking away from the Swedish inspired, white-washed interiors of the last few years -we’re exploring the ‘darkside’, with rich navy hues, ocean deep tones and lusciously luxurious indigo.

From classically luxurious velvet, to statement-style silks - e French Bedroom Company have got a blue beauty to brighten any home. e Imperial Blue Velvet Sofa (pictured above) is just the smartest sofa we've ever seen, it has double-rowed silver studding, buttoned arms and back, curved black feet, two wide seat cushions and two scatter cushions. Let the sofa do all the talking and keep accessories and other colours in the room to a minimum. Deep blues are so on trend this year and velvet is having its moment too. We love the warmth of

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velvet against the skin, so soft and yet so smart. en there is this luxurious and lavish, mirror which combines effortlessly with all room schemes, injecting opulence with its buttoned velvet upholstery in smart navy blue.

In contemporary denim blue linen, the Olivia Ruffle Pillowcases has effortless charm. is bed linen draws upon the simplicity of colour and the shape created through the rolling wave-like ruffle-edge detail. Visit: www.frenchbedroomcompany.co.uk

LIVING IN A MATERIAL WORLD...

Imperial Sofa, £1495 Navy Velvet Palazzo Mirror, £465 Boating Stripe Oxford Blue Embroidered Cushions, £65 Olivia Ruffle Pure Linen Denim Pillowcases, £60 Plushious Velvet Navy Blue Bedspread, £340 Kimono Chair, £599 Bonaparte Painted French Dressing Table, £1299 Bonaparte French Armchair, £495 Plushious Velvet Duck Egg Blue Cushion, £42

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eXpert Gardeners Passionate About Your Garden

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I set up my business in 2000 because I felt that people who cared about their gardens, would like professional help that doesn’t cost the earth. We are a team of landscape gardeners who have professional gardening knowledge and are hardworking, reliable and trustworthy. We can transform and maintain any garden, large or small and we are committed to helping you achieve the garden you want.

For as long as I can remember I have been passionate about gardening. I have always felt a strong connection with the natural world. After 5 years training at Horticulture College I graduated and became a professional gardener and landscape designer. During my training I spent some time in Denmark working in large gardens and also worked in the Botanical Gardens next to my college in Kracow (Poland) - Peter Sobilo

I offer all aspects of gardening including: Garden tidy-ups and clearance work, Lawn mowing and care, edging, Trimming hedges to a high standard, Path and driveway clearance, Planting, Weed control, Rose pruning, Rejuvenation of overgrown shrubs and trees, Landscaping: garden design, border development, plant selection and planting.

Testimonial

My nearly an acre of garden was sadly neglected for the best part of the year. Where to start, I was very disheartened, then by recommendation I found Peter and Lucas who have given me my lovely garden back again. They have worked miracles, pruning, dividing, replanting and preparing the vegetable garden, so that once more I can enjoy my garden. No jobs has proved too difficult, they come promptly, work hard and have real knowledge of gardening which is key to their success. – Valerie (Neachly, Shifnal)

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Stay Healthy...

e Health Grapevine

SWIMMING...

Water washes sunscreen off, and the cooling effect of the water can make you think you're not getting burned. Water also reflects ultraviolet (UV) rays, increasing your exposure. Water-resistant sunscreen is needed if sweating or contact with water is likely. Sunscreen should be reapplied straight after you've been in water – even if it's "water resistant" – and after towel drying, sweating, or when it may have rubbed off.

PROTECT YOUR EYES...

A day at the beach without proper eye protection can cause a temporary but painful burn to the surface of the eye, similar to sunburn. Reflected sunlight from snow, sand, concrete and water, and artificial light from sunbeds, is particularly dangerous. Avoid looking directly at the sun, as this can cause permanent eye damage.

Sunscreen & Sun Safety...

Sunburn increases your risk of skin cancer. Sunburn doesn't just happen on holiday – you can burn in the UK, even when it's cloudy. ere's not really a safe or healthy way to get a tan, and it is a myth that having a tan will help in any way to protect your skin from the sun's harmful effects.

It is important to try to strike a balance between protecting yourself from the sun and getting the right amount of vitamin D from sunlight. Vitamin D is essential for healthy bones, and in the UK most people can make enough vitamin D from being out in the sun daily for short periods with their forearms, hands or lower legs uncovered and without sunscreen from late March or early April to the end of September, especially from 11am to 3pm.

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It's not known exactly how much time is needed in the sun to make enough vitamin D to meet the body's requirements. is is because there are a number of factors that can affect how vitamin D is made, such as your skin colour or how much skin you have exposed. But you should be careful not to burn in the sun, so take care to cover up, or protect your skin with sunscreen, before your skin starts to turn red or burn.

Make sure you: • Spend time in the shade between 11am and 3pm • Make sure you never burn • Cover up with suitable clothing and sunglasses • Take extra care with children • Use at least factor 15 sunscreen visit www.nhs.uk for more sun safety tips.

CHILDREN AND SUN PROTECTION...

Take extra care to protect babies and children. eir skin is much more sensitive than adult skin, and damage caused by repeated exposure to sunlight could lead to skin cancer developing in later life. Apply sunscreen to areas not protected by clothing, such as the face, ears, feet, and backs of hands. To ensure they get enough vitamin D, all children under five are advised to take vitamin D supplements.

DEALING WITH SUNBURN...

Sponge sore skin with cool water, then apply soothing aftersun or calamine lotion. Painkillers, such as paracetamol or ibuprofen, will ease the pain by helping to reduce inflammation caused by sunburn. Seek medical help if you feel unwell or the skin swells badly or blisters. Stay out of the sun until all signs of redness have gone.

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Unlike nail salons, we are trained to examine and treat foot and nail disorders. We cover a range of disorders including: Ingrown toenails, Cracked heels, Wart and verruca removal, Nail fungi and Diabetic foot care.

Microsystem Acupuncture Can we just say from the start a very big thank you to all our new coustomers who have been with us over our first 18 months - thank you!

For those who don't know us, let us introduce ourselves a touch of Sicily is the brain child of Sicilian born Gaetana who can offer a range of treatments for your mind and body and with a Sicilian touch whether you have medical foot care problems to a to a girly night pamper.

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Microsystem acupunture is a form of acupunture in which we only insert very fine needles in points across your brow and ear rather than the whole body. Treating a range of symtoms such as: Back ache, Neck ache, Headaches, Nausea and vomitting and Quitting smoking.

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Summer Feet...

Many people suffer needlessly with simple, often superficial foot complaints. I often mention to my patients, some of whom travel many miles to visit me, that a corn, hard skin or ingrowing toenail can be far more painful than any of the more "serious" complaints that I deal with each day.

reality, this is rarely required! All clinical equipment is Vacuum Autoclaved, after thorough Ultrasonic cleansing, to provide the best in patient protection. Using the latest spray drill technology, your treatment and hard skin, is reduced quickly and perfectly every time.

Whether you need callous reduced and dry heels cured, corns removed, verrucae treated or ingrown nails removed in Telford, Newport, or Shrewsbury Shropshire - Call for an appointment sooner rather than later. I offer fair fees and high quality, gentle treatment. If it is a foot, ankle or leg complaint then e Foot Doctor can help.

To find out more visit www.eFootDoctor.co.uk or call Steven Dowdeswell on 01952 677063 and take the first step to solving your foot and heel pain.

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Consultant Dermatologist "My simple but effective approach is personalised for you."

I am a consultant dermatologist based in Shrewsbury, Shropshire. I specialise in targeted medical and cosmetic treatments which are designed to give you healthy, glowing skin.

I've been in dermatology since 2001. I've worked in hospitals and clinics all over the UK. I’ve also worked in Australia, where I completed a PhD in skin cancer, but I recently decided to move back home to Shropshire to be close to family.

My medical training means that I can see through all the latest skincare fads, and my friendly, informal consultations are designed to help you establish a simple and effective treatment plan that will bring your skin back into balance. I also offer a range of treatments that can firm, tone and smooth the skin, including Botox and dermal fillers. I’ll work with you to decide on the most appropriate course of treatment, so that you’ll leave looking natural and relaxed, rather than frozen or fixed.

I understand the impact that problem skin can have on your self-confidence, so I offer dedicated teen skin consultations to help bring stressed, hormonal skin back into balance. My specialist paediatric training means that I’m also qualified to work with younger children who suffer from common skin conditions like eczema and psoriasis; I'm a mum myself, so I know how distressing skin irritations can be for young children and their families.

I'm an experienced skin surgeon, and I'm fully-trained to remove anything unsightly or suspicious. anks to my specialist training in Australia, I have a special interest in skin cancer checks and mole removal. Many of my patients schedule annual checks; these are quick and easy, and give great peace of mind.

Unlike many high street practitioners, I’m a fully trained Doctor specialising in skin, and have a through understanding of anatomy. is means that I can help you to hold back the years with BOTOX® and dermal fillers, while maintaining a natural, but refreshed, appearance.

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Focus on Health..

Foot Care in the comfort of your own home...

Michelle Hill S.A.C. Dip RFHP (Reg No. S262608) Qualified Foot Health Practitioner

Michelle Hill is a fully qualified foot health practitioner covering the Telford area. Offering mobile health foot care services across the Telford area, which can be carried out anywhere from nursing homes, to residential, supported living and even private clients. Offering complete piece of mind, Michelle holds a full advanced DBS, available for inspection by clients if required, as well as an S.A.C level 4 Diploma in Foot Health and full liability insurance.

treatment, corns and callus removal, ingrowing and thickened toenail treatments as well as diabetic foot care. I have been in Health and Social care work for over 20 years, and I am excited to now be taking the opportunity to build my own business in foot care with Fancy feet. I am looking at expanding my mobile business and would welcome any queries regarding my service. Please do not hesitate to call or message me, I would be more than willing to find a time and place to suit you, even in an emergency!”

Michelle says…

“I strive to make my services affordable and reliable, with services including toenail trimming, athletes foot treatment, verruca treatment, fungal nail infections

For further details call Michelle on: 07854 591208

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Beauty Made For Summer Days...

e Beauty Grapevine

SUMMER SUN AT NEXT...

Rich and fruity, Summer Sun captures the feeling of travel; walking barefoot on white sands with the rich aroma of creamy coconut rolling off the rippling tide. A sun-drenched blend of sweet caramel and amber combined with sun-hot skin creates an endless summer scent. In short, it is the beach in a bottle - £14 (100ml).

Beauty Tips For Summer... ere are some beauty looks that remain from season to season like bold lip colours and winged eyeliners, but others that won’t cross over from winter to summer. Warmer weather brings different problems like sun burn, sweating or occasional dips in the pool on holiday.

No-makeup makeup is the ultimate summer look. Start things off with a good moisturiser as you shouldn’t leave your skin unprotected without a barrier against environmental attackers like pollution and bacteria. Use something with a little added SPF to help prevent sunburn too.

If you do get caught by the sun Aloe is a known anti-inflammatory, offering moisturizing relief, as well as containing antioxidants that can help repair damaged skin and prevent free radicals from doing their worst. Vaseline Intensive Care offers

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a great body lotion infused with aloe that rehydrates and calms your skin, helping to undo damage as well as prevent future issues.

Lip stains are great for summer as they are light, long lasting and come in really pretty eye-catching shades - YSL is one of my favourites, lasting up to 10 hours!

BEACH HAIR One great tip for your hair, is to keep it wet. Before you go into the sea or the pool, give it a good soaking - this saturates the cuticle with water so less chemicals are absorbed, which will help minimise the damage to the integrity of the hair. Use a UV ray protective spray, like Aveda Sun Care Protective Hair Veil (100ml) £19.10 from fabled.com, it is a lightweight, water resistant UV defense mist that forms an invisible screen that will protect hair for up to 16 hours, and helps minimize colour fadage, damage and dryness.

TOTALLY TROPICAL... ese fun, bright colours are totally tropical and perfect for summer, with Mineral Glow Baked Blusher, set of 4 Matte Lipsticks, an eye popping Eye Shadow Pallette and shimmering Eye Liner Pencils - all from PS... at Primark. ey also have the ‘Heatwave Lip Kit’ at just £3.50, matte liquid lipstick & duo lip liner - it looks great and lasts all day!

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The Motoring Review Kia_Double Page Editorial 16/05/2018 09:50 Page 1

e Motoring Review...

By Syd Taylor

Quality & Taste

FACTS AT A GLANCE

Model: Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi 'GT-Line S' Auto AWD Price: £41,995

Engine: 2.2 turbo diesel Top Speed: 130 mph Average fuel consumption: 40mpg Pictures: Kia.co.uk

as I shrinking?

Was I getting smaller? I checked my reflection in the hall mirror. I looked the same.

Or did I? Later that morning I took off to the local branch of Shirts 'R Us for a fitting. I was in the mood for a snappy pinstripe. The pleasant gentleman with a tape measure told me the truth. I was definitely not shrinking. Quite the reverse. So whatever gave me that idea?

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Trotting out to the car park I blinked away an April shower and beheld a treat for sore eyes. A magnificent-looking car. The strains of mandolin music and Dean Martin's smooth baritone seemed to fill my ears. I was ready, willing and able to be caroused in comfort by the third generation, sportierlooking Kia Sorento: an embodiment of everything one could wish for. A seven seat SUV. Here is sunshine and sweet-smelling flowers; here is wisdom, gravity and concern; here is beauty; here is practicality, comfort and economy. Then it dawned on me. I wasn't getting smaller. It was simply that cars are getting bigger. And better I hasten to add. The evidence was right there before my very eyes in the eye-candy elegance of the Kia Sorento. Let me be frank. A car like this is not everyones cup of

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tea. Not everyone needs a seven-seater equipped with a boot the size of Fingal's Cave, powered by a 2.2 turbo diesel pumping out near 200bhp and capable of taking you to near 130mph. Nor do they need one able to tow a Thames barge or two laden with sea coal across dry land in search of an open fire - and yet return an average of over 40mpg.(This eight speed automatic Sorento with five different drive modes and the Dynamax intelligent 4WD system with manually selectable lock mode, has a 2000kg max tow weight). Neither do they need one equal to the task of transporting The Temperance Seven with all their kit, plus a Party Seven can of Watney's Red Barrel all the way to Inverness for a knees up with the natives. No - some folk will prefer a Trabant.

Take Oliver Fotheringham. He is the owner of Planchon Manor: or would be if it hadn't been flattened by developers to build affordable homes. Now dwelling in a trailer park near Weston-Super-Mare, he keeps badgering me for a visit. Heading south on the M5 and reflecting on the strange observations that the mainland appears to slope downwards from north to south and wondering at the same time if this was indeed the case or simply an effect of the Sorento's effortless motoring (perhaps elements of both) I was curious to see how Oliver was getting on.

It was a relaxing drive. A large cabin exuded the airiness associated with open moorland and big skies, encouraging a mood of comfortable alertness - as of an expert gamekeeper surveying the estate in his charge. Seldom have I experienced such a prodigious amalgam of automotive ambiance, driving position, controls, visibility and aural enhancement (courtesy of superb ICE equipment). Together this made for complete reassurance, endorsed and amplified through exemplary road manners.

Here was a big car at home on the road and here was little me at home in the Kia. My ego continued to expand. Could this continue or should I visit my shrink? But who needs a psychotherapist with someone like Oliver Fotheringham to greet you at the gate?

Picture not so much a silver fox but a pewter miserable exuding hippopotamus exasperation. He blinked and peered through the windscreen as though doubting that yours truly would be in something so impressive. The gate which he clung to in the manner of someone about to shut out trouble opened onto a narrow drive. Oliver took his place beside me and gave directions: but not before he had a good look around.

"What's this?" I told him. "A bit big and grand for you old chap" He said."There's one thing it isn't" I responded, "And that's dear.

You could have one for £41,995- and there's a seven year warranty! Think about it. By the way, do you still have the Trabant?" Turning the corner my question was answered.

There, painted in a shade of faded turquoise and peppered with hits from seagulls was the very car next to his palatially appointed park home. 'Ah well' I reflected later on my way home 'each to his own'.

I patted the steering wheel. 'Take me back Kia Sorento to the land of quality and taste'.

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W R Davies Nissan on Stafford Park 1, is in a temporary home, but its doors remain open for the refurbishment, which will see it fall in line with Nissan’s Retail Concept — a futuristic and luxury environment for customers to explore the range.

The showroom will be transformed into a welcoming, bright space with plenty of room to explore Nissan’s suite of vehicles and a comfortable central waiting area for customers to consider their options and enjoy a complimentary hot drink.

While the work is being undertaken, Nissan operations will take place in a temporary showroom on site.

Alan Poole, Dealer Principal, said: ”We are incredibly excited to be getting Nissan’s Retail Concept at our dealership. The open plan layout, bright décor and new waiting area will make a real difference and create an exciting environment for both customers and staff.

“In the meantime, we are still open for business in our temporary showroom space and ask our customers to bear with us while the work is done — it’s going to be worth it!”

To find out more about the refurbishment or if you have any questions, visit W R Davies Nissan, on Stafford Park 1 or call the Stunning ‘halo’ displays will overhang some team on 01952 211720. of the models, with large screens displayed around the showroom playing videos of the range in action.

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Severn Edge Vets - Madeley.

The veterinary surgery in Park Street, Madeley was established by Mr Roy Clutterbuck and Mr Tony Bradley in 1972 and has a proud history of providing quality veterinary services for the local community.

The practice has grown considerably over the years as part of the Severn Edge Veterinary Group and has neighbouring branches in Donnington, Broseley and Much Wenlock, providing access to a wide breadth of professionals with extensive knowledge in the veterinary field.

The surgery looks after its clients round the clock at the main hospital situated in Hollybush road, Bridgnorth. This facility is open 24hrs every day providing continued monitored care for patients with a dedicated team of vets and trained nursing staff.

become registered as a Nurse Training Practice, passing on knowledge to the next generation through on –site training.

Stephanie has joined our existing veterinary surgeon, Adrian Budd, to provide a personal client and patient driven clinical approach. And you will always be greeted by our friendly and helpful reception staff.

We provide a number of health initiatives including our own Pet Health Insurance and our Healthy Pet Club enabling you to spread the cost of Preventative health, and to be safe in the knowledge that you are always doing the best for your pet.

We are extremely excited about our new venture and are sure that you will be too.

We are now moving on to a new phase in our development of the Park street site. With extensive refurbishment we are able to offer a range of surgical facilities and diagnostic capabilities. We have introduced radiography, ultrasonography and dedicated dental and surgical areas.

The surgery now has two fully trained Veterinary nurses on site, looking after your pets, and offering a range of free preventative health clinics throughout your pet’s life, from your new puppy to those in advancing years. We have

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Steph Edwards BVetMed MRCVS

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