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ISSUE 08

A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL

Welcome to Iceni Magazine, Waking up to the crisp winter mornings, with Christmas just around the corner, the shops are heaving and time is running out for the preparation for the big day.

This time of year is always hectic but why not take a break? We have a step by step guide to making a beautiful Christmas Wreath - gather the family together and make it an enjoyable, family project.

Once again we have a lovely piece from Edward Couzens-Lake. This time about the ‘Wonderful Wensum’ this is a great insight into the River Wensum, a river that is often seen but not always noticed. You may be enticed to take a stroll along the river and take in the sights of the likes of Cow Tower. With the added bonus of burning off those extra Christmas calories!

Also Included this month is an overview on how some people will be spending their Christmas. How will you be spending yours? With family and friends? Alone with a loved one? Whatever your plans are for this festive time, please spare a thought for those spending it alone and perhaps include someone in your celebrations that you would not have done usually!

We all often hear and see phases regarding websites and the internet that we are not sure about. We are pleased to bring you, new to Issue 8 and Beyond, Dave Lincoln of Horatio Creative, Norwich who will be answering any Web or Design questions you may have.

Lastly but most certainly not least, a big Congratulations to all the MoBros and MoSista’s who participated in Movember and raised much needed funds to change the face of mens health!

We hope you enjoy Issue 8 with the event reviews, competitions, local business and much more! Now sit back, relax, and enjoy the festivities!

A very Happy Christmas to you all from the team at Iceni Magazine!

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ICENI INTERVIEWS

ARGENT AND SABLE

Creating Unique & Bespoke Illuminations

Colin Furze

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FOSTERS SOLICITORS Charity Ball

MOTORING REVIEW

By Tim Barnes-Clay

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ICENI FOOD REVIEW Roots Norwich

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Swagger & Jacks Beard Grooming

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Trunks For Trucks British Luxury Beachwear Label

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Iceni Motoring Motoring Review

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Iceni Columnists Keri Beevis & Mark King

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Iceni Interviews...

Colin Furze

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Fosters Solicitors Over 300 Guests

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1st Attleborough Brownies Meet...

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A Family’s For Life Not Just For Christmas

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How To Look Good Christmas Party Season

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How To...

Make A Christmas Wreath

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Spotlight On Chestnut Drive

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Monthly Blog

By Nicole Saxton

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Top Award For Local Photographer

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Iceni Food Review Roots Norwich

Argent And Sable Bespoke Illuminations

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ICENI BOOK REVIEW Norwich City - The Seventies

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CONTRIBUTORS

Amy Chappell, April Clayton, Dale Piggin, Edward Couzens-Lake, Eric Snaith, Keri Beevis, Mark King, Nicole Saxton, Patrick Arundell, Sharon Piggin, Tim Barnes-Clay.

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Moosey Art Review Street Art

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Monthly Recipe

By Eric Snaith

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The Wonderful Wensum Many Of The....

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Iceni Music Up Close With Bellowhead

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New To Issue 8 & Beyond Ask Dave

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Iceni Horoscopes What Do Your Stars Hold

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SWAGGER & JACKS Issue 08 2013

Swagger & Jacks Gentlemen’s Grooming

Swagger & Jacks is a Gentlemen’s Grooming Barbershop situated at 16 Bridewell Alley For more information visit: www.swaggerandjacks.com or call 01603 611 000.

Beard Grooming “Growing an Awesome Beard” Start the journey from the beginning.

Consider a shape that suits you.

If you’re looking to start growing a new beard, be sure to start from nothing. Set aside some time and have a proper wet shave so that the skin is fresh and well treated. This will minimise any early signs of irritation or underlying skin problems.

Different beard shapes suit different face shapes.

A consultation with one of our Swagger & Jacks Barbers, who have a wealth of experience in the specialist area of beard shaping , will design a beard that suits the contours of your face and texture of the beard.

Be Persistent and determined

Focus on your strengths.

The beard may be itchy for the first few weeks or even up to the first month. Products such as Swagger & Jacks Beard Oil can be used to combat this, but the main thing to remember is that the itchiness will eventually leave.

You realistically want to grow the beard for about two months before you can appreciate its true potential and the true fullness.

If your beard is patchy and sparse in areas, consider these influencing factors with a style that suits your beards natural growth patterns and texture. Be advised to avoid extravagant shapes as they will be difficult to maintain and manage at home.

Take Pride in Your Beard.

Be sure to use a specialist shampoo for your beard like the Swagger & Jacks Hair & Body Shampoo IV Men £12.95 and treat with Swagger & Jacks Ultimate Beard Oil £12.95. A well-groomed beard is essential, and using the Swagger & Jacks Beard Brush £15.95 with soft natural bristles will detangle any knots and smooth natural waves to leave a healthy shine.

Remember to keep your hair and beard in trim with a regular Swagger & Jacks Wash, Cut and Finish with a Beard Shaping appointment for £25.00, or a Beard Shaping appointment for £10.00.

Photography by Jack Baxter

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ICENI - MOTORING

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Škoda Yeti

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Twitter @carwriteups - www.carwriteups.co.uk This car is no looker. But beauty really is in the eye of the beholder when it comes to motors.

The amount of people who told me I had a nice looking car was quite surprising. To me, the Škoda Yeti resembles the Popemobile.

But the aesthetics of this vehicle aren’t important, as I found out when I slid behind the wheel.

The seats are very supportive and the steering wheel is nice and chunky to hold. That, as well as the perfectly positioned gearstick with its fluid five-speed action, makes you feel satisfied and totally in command. The dash design is uncomplicated too, while soft-touch plastics and climate control add a measure of refinement.

You get the sense that build quality on the Yeti is flawless – and the top of the range ‘Elegance’ trim, with heated leather upholstery, underscores this impression. Cabin space is respectable enough for four-up, and although the boot isn’t the biggest, it has lots of helpful load securing rails and shopping bag hooks. The rear seats will fold forward to increase capacity, but, cleverly, they can also be taken out so, in effect, you have a small van.

system fitted, but the car’s eco-optimised focal point also means it has a 20mm lower ride height than standard models. This equates to a firm journey, especially around town. Nevertheless, it explains why the Yeti’s so entertaining on the back roads. Its stiffer, lower, set-up means body control is excellent; therefore it handles corners brilliantly. The steering is well weighted and direct too.

So, if you’re after an economical, good to drive family car, then the Yeti might well work for you. It certainly ticks all the right boxes and Škoda has many trophies in its cabinet to prove it. Only this month (November) the Škoda Yeti 1.6 GreenLine II won silver at the 2013 Green Apple Awards.

Since the accolade to promote environmental endeavour was launched by the Midland Group of Motoring Writers, the Yeti has won every year - Gold in 2011, Silver in 2012 and again in 2013.

My test car was the Škoda Yeti GreenLine II – in aforementioned flagship guise. It’s not a 4x4 as some of the models are set up to be, but it still has all-wheel-drive styling. Under the bonnet, the 1.6-litre diesel engine is a little coarse, but it can deliver over 60mpg and its emissions are low at 119g/km.

The facelifted Yeti arrives in showrooms in January 2014, and this will no doubt further reinforce its well-regarded position as one of the most sought-after vehicles in its class.

On the road, the Škoda Yeti is as nimble as a mountain goat.

It bonds to the road and seems to accelerate far quicker than its 0-62mph paper time of 12.1 seconds suggests. It’s solid, stocky and only ever feels out of puff when the big bullies of the motorway sit up your backside. With only 103bhp and a top speed of 109mph it’s not meant to compete with the German goliaths, so having a BMW or a Mercedes glued to your rear bumper can make you feel a little inadequate. Still, the Yeti is what it is - and twisty B roads are where it shines.

The ‘green’ version of the Yeti has a fuel-saving stop-start

CONS - ·Boot

PROS - ·Fun ·Grippy ·Economical ·Driving position

FAST FACTS Max speed: 109 mph 0-62 mph: 12.1 secs Combined mpg: 61.4 Engine: 1598cc 4 cylinder 16 valve turbo-diesel Max. power (bhp): 103 at 4,400 rpm Max. torque (lb/ft): 184 at 1,500-2,500 rpm CO2: 119 g/km Price: £20,665

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FOSTERS SOLICITORS

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Over 350 Guests Attended The Fosters Halloween Charity Ball 2013 at Norwich City Football Club on Saturday 2nd November, which has been hailed a huge success receiving wonderful letters, e-mails and cards of thanks to everyone involved. ‘well done on a really well organised night (yet again)...’

‘I believe that you have a unique and fantastic professional social event in the Norwich calendar’ Whilst awaiting the grand total raised it looks set to exceed previous years, with donations still being pledged. The money raised will be divided equally between our two chosen charities, namely The Benjamin Foundation and Sporting Light Appeal The Fosters Halloween WebPage is still live and has been updated with website links to all the businesses that supported the evening, along with all the photographs from the night do take a look - http://www.fosters-solicitors.co.uk/halloween-2013/ With thanks to Lee Blanchflower, Blanc Photography for covering the event for us.

Andrea Smith, Marketing Manager.

Pictures: @ Copyright Blanc Photography 2013 www.whiteonblanc.com

Chris Brown talks to Richard Draper CEO of The Benjamin Foundation

Jackie Thornton talking about The Community Sports Foundation, Sporting Light Appeal.

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ICENI - BEAUTY Issue 08 2013

How To Look Good…. #christmaspartyseason 1. 8 hours sleep is the recommended amount required. Not always possible over the party season, so for the hours missed add half of what you missed to the following night.

2. To help reduce puffy eyes the next morning try sleeping with an extra pillow to help lessen fluid build-up.

3. Try and take your make-up off before getting into bed… even if you use baby wipes (I cannot believe I have just written that) 4. #WATER…drink a glass before you go to sleep, have a glass/ bottle beside your bed ready for the morning. Hydrated cells are better than dehydrated. Oh and forget coffee (diuretic) first thing dehydrates you even more! If you really need a caffeine fix try green tea it’s packed with anti-oxidant’s.

5. Fresh fruit or a smoothie is better than a fry up - honest.

6. FAKE IT! Tanning is not just for the summer. White pasty skin in a little party dress is not a good look.

7. Eyelash extensions and HD Brows will ensure your eyes have that wide awake look, with a little concealer you’ll be guaranteed to be bright eyed.

8. Keep skin moisturised at all times.

9. A multi-vitamin supplement is good to add to your diet.

Echinacea is good for the immune system and milk thistle helps cleanse the liver of toxins.

10. If all above fails… a cold shower!

Article by Amanda Brown (Aroma Beauty Clinic) 57 Back Lane, Wymondham, NR18 OLB. Tel: 01953 600309 Visit: www.aromabeautyclinic.co.uk

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ICENI - MONTHLY BLOG

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Monthly Blog

by Nicole Saxton - Beccles

Legacies We all want to be remembered, immortality is something we all crave. I am sure most of us have thought about how we would like to be remembered, what we want people to think of us, how large the guest list will be at our own funerals. I think kindness is the best legacy to leave behind. I don’t mean a kind gesture thrown in for good measure amongst many selfish choices, true kindness. The willingness to always go an extra step for someone. Are people ever remembered for kindness? Is it not the cruelties in life that seem to be remembered?

Do we remember the people that have always held our hand, always picked us up when we fell? Or do we remember those that scolded and broke our hearts only to apologise so convincingly that we forgive? Perhaps those people change, perhaps they never make that same mistake again, however do we remember the people who have never done us harm above those that have? I think we favour the cruel and the kind are forgotten. Is this because we all have faults and meeting someone kind to their core intimidates us? Do we refuse to believe that they are that godly that we create faults for them? Maybe we crave adventure and danger so we live life always a little in the red, or perhaps those kind natured individuals are boring and easily forgotten.

What if memory and trauma are linked, for example if I asked you to recall where you were when the twin towers fell the majority of people will be able to recall very specific details from that horrific day. The same could be said if you were involved in another traumatic event perhaps you caught your husband having an affair, or your child was committed to hospital - the details of which are so fresh and clear. However if I asked you to conjure a happy memory could you give specific dates and details surrounding the event?

So in conclusion if we want to leave behind a legacy, if we want to be remembered, is kind heartedness the most effective route to take? Maybe we should all take a moment to remember the many good and beautiful people in the world: let’s create new legacies.

“No legacy is so rich as honesty” - William Shakespeare “Be the change you want to see in the world.”- Gandhi

ICENI - FASHION

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‘Trunks for Trunks’ Love Brand & Co - a British luxury beachwear label for men and boys is a fashion-charity project in aid of endangered elephants launched in 2011 by London eco-conscious entrepreneur Oliver Tomalin, following his vision ‘fashion for the love of elephant’.

A movement popularly known as ‘Trunks for Trunks’.

Motivated by the plight of our planet’s largest land mammal, they donate 5% of their sales to elephant charities Elephant Family, The David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust and Tusk Trust, raising key awareness and funds for vital elephant conservation projects.

Last year up to 36,000 elephants were killed for their ivory. 1 life lost every 15 minutes. At the current rate of poaching African Elephants could face extinction in the wild by 2025.

The product design of their signature ‘Classic Short’ includes the nickel-free alloy drawstring aglets in the shape of elephant tusks, the Love Brand & Co. logo is 2 elephants coming together to form a heart. Their designs are unique, distinctive and refined. Their customers feel good from both the comfort and style of their designer apparel and their valuable donation to an important cause.

They launched the brand a couple of years ago and the reaction is being extremely positive. Their products are available in over 100 stockists in 30 countries and they recently opened their first boutique on Chelsea’s “beach” just by Fulham Road in London. The shop showcases the brand’s responsible ethos through a blend of unusual upcycled furniture.

Visit: www.lovebrand.com - Free Worldwide Delivery Block Colours: (Men) £89 (Boys) £49 Stripes: (Men) £109 (Boys) £59 Limited Edition Prints: (Men) £119 (Boys) £69

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ICENI - COLUMNISTS Issue 08 2013

The Diary of a Norfolk Family.

By Mark King www.always-hanging-around.blogspot.com Follow on twitter: @author-king The make-up was on, the clothes were looking stylish, and the mood was just right for a night out.

Was it the weekend? Was the wife painting the town red? No it was the 31st of October All Hallows evening or what is better known as Halloween.

The children were very excited and had been looking forward to the evening - so by the time the sun said its goodbyes, and night had descended, they were transformed into Dracula and a witch, with the help of fancy dress, and some face-paint.

Arrangements had been made with a neighbouring family to join together so while the ladies went out into the darkness with the little ones in tow I stayed at home to answer the door, and hand out the sweets.

The grandparents had provided a scary looking pumpkin which they had grown themselves.

I placed it on our driveway and left the porch light on, so letting trick or treaters knew that they were welcome to knock on our door.

By 7.30pm the treats were gone, the pumpkin put away, the porch light turned off, and there were no further people at our door. Halloween is one of those events that seem to split the adult population in the U.K into two different camps.

The first are those like my family who make the most of it, and then the second group who don’t like it because generally they see Halloween as an American import.

Of course on the 5th of November we celebrate one of the major events in U.K history, and that’s a time for bonfires, plenty of fireworks, and for burning the Guy. But this time it was me standing outside in the cold as I set light to a host of fireworks.

Then there is the big daddy of them all when it comes to celebrating dates, the 25th of December; Christmas Day, followed a week later with New Year’s Eve. So whatever dates you celebrate throughout the year I wish you and your family PAGE all the best for the future.

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Over the past few weeks I have been busy finishing the sequel to Dead Letter Day and I briefly emerged from hibernation last weekend to realise Christmas is almost upon on, and I am woefully unprepared.

Now this is not good, as I love Above: Keri Beevis Christmas. I love the eating, the drinking, the sitting around doing absolutely nothing, the giving and receiving of gifts, singing drunkenly to The Pogues, decking the halls with boughs of holly and all that malarkey.

And of course, it’s a great chance to get together with the family. The opportunity to get us all in the same room doesn’t happen as often as it should and if you think one Beev is good comedy value, imagine what it’s like when there’s a whole bunch of us.

Christmas Day a couple of years back we had lunch round Mum’s, after which my sister wanted to walk back to hers and feed her kitties. So Mum and sister head off, bellies full and a touch inebriated, and while they are gone I settle down for a snooze, while brother takes down bad guys on his X Box. An hour later, they return and my sister goes to the fridge, and telling me off for not putting any beer in there.

I of course replied that I didn’t know she wanted beer put in the fridge. ‘Yes you did, Keri. I called and asked you to put beer in the fridge.’ Umm, no, I explained she had never called and we had not had a conversation.

This argument went on for five minutes with sister getting wound up and me beginning to think I was losing the plot.

Had we spoken? Was I going mad? Then she checked her phone, pulling up the number to prove she had made the call. It was one digit wrong.

Apparently the conversation had gone something like this.

Sister: Hi, it’s me.

Wrong number lady: Oh, hi.

Sister: We’re on our way back. Can you put some beer in the fridge so it can be getting cold?

Wrong number lady: Okay.

Sister: Thanks. See you in a bit.

Wrong number lady: Okay then. Bye. If the wrong number lady happens to be reading this column and she did put cold beer in her fridge, I sincerely apologise and hope you didn’t spend the evening waiting for someone to show up and drink it.

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ICENI - NEWS Issue 08 2013

1st Attleborough Brownies meet David Beckham and Ellie Simmonds after taking part in Active Kids Challenge competition • Five children meet both Active Kids Ambassadors following their participation in the Active Kids Live Challenge • 1st Attleborough Brownies reached the final after completing a range of activities earlier this year and entering a competition around living an active lifestyle. ive children from the 1st Attleborough Brownies have had a day out in London they’’l’ l never forget after meeting sporting superstar David Beckham and quadruple gold Paralympian Ellie Simmonds. The duo are ambassadors to the Active Kids scheme and they hosted a special Sainsbury’s Active Kids event at Lee Valley Athletics Centre in London on Friday 4th October. Marking a year on from a summer like no other, David and Ellie joined forces to run a training session for over 170 young people.

The event took place following Sainsbury’s Active Kids Challenge which ran during February and May this year. 1st Attleborough Brownies won the opportunity to meet David and Ellie after the children completed all 24 activities in the challenge, which were focused around Game, Skill, Food and a special David Beckham 1 Minute Challenge. After registering their partici pation, the school were then entered into a competition to answer what’s their favourite way of being active.

The competition was judged by the creators of the challenge and the school were made aware in July that they’’d won the chance to meet David and Ellie, who ran a number of Active Kids Challenge activities at the event including shuttle runs and healthy lunchbox hints and ti ps.

Brownie leaders, Gill Rule and Liz Lawford said ““ It was an amazing day for the children to meet David and Ellie t– wo sporting icons who they all look up to. We had great fun taking part in the Active Kids Challenge earlier this year and it was really inspiring to see David and Ellie in action. The children really learnt a lot and it’s certainly an experience we’’l’ l never forget””” .

Sainsbury’s Active Kids Ambassador David Beckham said, ““ It was brilliant to meet the children from 1st Attleborough Brownies and to see so many young people genuinely inspired to get involved in sport and activity following last summer.

I“ ’’m passionate about inspiring kids to try a new sport and that’s exactly what Active Kids is all about - encouraging kids to try, and hopefully really enjoy, something new”.”

The 1st Attleborough Brownies unit were one of 34 groups or schools across the country who took part on the day.

This year alone, the Active Kids scheme has delivered over 1£ 3 million worth of equi pment and experiences to schools, clubs and organisations, an increase of 5 £ million on the previous year.

Meanwhile, 1£ 36 million worth of equi pment and experiences has been donated to the scheme since it launched in 2005, which now has over 52,000 registered organisations across PAGE the country.

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HOW TO...

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‘ How to … make a Christmas Wreath’

By Anna at Ragged Robin Florist

It’s that time of year again…the hats and scarves are out, the fires are lit, de-icer on stand by and Christmas is lurking around the corner. For me nothing says Christmas more than beautiful wreaths hanging on people’s doors to welcome the festive season. So here is your guide to having a go at making your own… get the girls over to create together, or round up the kids and all get stuck in. And remember to be creative and use your imagination!!!

Supplies Wire frame, reel wire, moss, sharp scissors or secateurs, a selection of different foliage (like evergreens, ivy, mistletoe, holly have a good rummage in the garden or hedgerows), ribbon for a decorative bow.

Step 1 Moss the wire frame by wrapping small handfuls of moss around the frame with the reel wire. Once it is a complete circle, cut the wire and poke the end of the wire into the moss frame.

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Lay a small mixed bundle of foliage on top of the moss frame and wrap the wire tightly around the stems by going around the back of the wreath with the reel of wire 3 times. Then repeat with another small bunch and continue this process until the circle is complete.

Add your bow using a small piece of wire through the knot of the bow and twist the two ends of the wire with the bow attached, the wire can then be pushed into the moss frame. You could also use this process to add baubles, orange slice, cinnamon stick and any decorations you wish.

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ANGELA ADAMS Issue 08 2013

Top award for local photographer Angela Adams Photographer Angela Adams of Angela Adams Photography Ltd, Earsham Hall, Near Bungay, has won the 2013/14 award for Aspiring Members for her image The Collector, from the leading international professional body, the Master Photographers Association.

The competition attracted thousands of entries from top photographers worldwide with over 390 pictures selected for the MPA’s annual exhibition, competing for honours in over 30 fields of expertise and excellence. “I entered three images, two of which received merits scoring over 80%, which went through to the final round of judging for Awards of Excellence and Category Winner,” says Angela.”I was unable to attend the awards ceremony, so missed being presented my trophy from the MPA’s guest of honour, the legendary fashion photographer John Swannell and trophy sponsors Loxley Colour.

For further information, more examples of Angela’s photography Visit: www.clickdp.co.uk Email:angela@clickdp.co.uk or Call 01508 548247.

WIN A one hour photography session, inclusive of your favourite picture, at Angela Adams Photography Ltd, Earsham Hall, NR35 2AN

To enter simply email your contact details to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk Closing date for entries: 30th December 2013

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ARGENT AND SABLE Issue 08 2013

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Creating Unique & Bespoke Illuminations usty and Dan create their bespoke signs and illuminations with love and attention to detail in their workshop in Norwich, Norfolk.

Working together to bring an authentic product to market using reclaimed wood and genuine cabochon lighting.

It is the use of the cabochon lights that really makes these illuminations stand apart from other signs and stars on the market, whilst others are content with using bare bulbs, Dusty has insisted on

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using authentic fairground lights that bring a real sense of carnival to each individual piece. Alongside this the use of gold fabric flex finishes off these well-crafted pieces.

Dan and Dusty have both recently graduated from Norwich University of the Arts and often joked about setting up the Dan and Dusty Design Company.

Being mature students with two children that joke has become a reality and with their love of the fairground as children, grown up cabaret and the written word they founded Argent and Sable to cement the relationship. The name Argent and Sable was inspired by a name given to a British moth which represents their attraction to lights and their love of British-ness, authenticity and nostalgia.

These elements are really important to the production of these pieces and means that people will be purchasing something completely unique. The journey that they have embarked on has led them to meet some wonderful people and they are getting a really fantastic response to their work.

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ARGENT AND SABLE Issue 08 2013

Images supplied by: Jon Clifton

One wonderful couple they have met on their journey is Lolly and David Streek from The Keeper and the Dell (www.thekeeperandthedell.com) where all these photos were shot. They have the most amazing vintage wedding venue and their expertise and attention to detail guarantees the most perfect wedding day.

Whether it’s the stars or the signs that grab your attention, these statement pieces are undoubtedly a beautiful item that would look great in your home, business or event.

Argent and Sable offer both ready made and commissioned pieces that can tie in with your event, in fact they were recently seen at the Open in Norwich supporting The Bo Nanafana Social Club (www.bonanafana.com) by dressing the stage with their eclectic signs.

You can contact Dan and Dusty about a purchase or commissions on 07411366866 or email Dan at argentandsable@hotmail.com Or find out more at www.argentandsable.uk.com Follow us on Facebook and twitter Bringing Fun and Frivolity to your Home, Business or Event

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ICENI INTERVIEWS Issue 08 2013

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Colin Furze olin Furze has made a name for himself as a daring stuntman willing to attempt to break any record, filming his achievements and documenting his success on YouTube for all his fans to see; his success has been growing by the 100,000’s of views that keep on increasing on his YouTube page.

From creating the largest bonfire to the fastest mobility scooter, Colin has done some of the most unusual and creative projects.

Plumber by day and stuntman by night, Colin talks of his achievemts and the records he’s broken.

You’re a plumber by day and a stuntman and film maker by night, why did you choose to be a plumber as your profession instead of being a stunt man and film maker?

The plumbing has always come first with me; it’s always been a stable profession. However I have always made films from when I was a teenager.

As a teenager, I loved my Biking, which was my true passion. My friend and I used to film one another doing new stunts, new tricks, falling off and getting back on. It wasn’t really until YouTube came onto the scene that I made more for other people to see, as before they were just for me and my mates to sit and laugh at, but then YouTube came along, the films I made grew more and more.

What made you want to start breaking records?

Did something or someone inspire you?

It’s actually very simple to be honest, one day I was practising some new stunts and I realised that I was too old to be doing this anymore. I was 26 and still hanging around with 15/16 year olds teaching them new things and learning from them. Though biking gave me something to be doing in my spare time and when I stopped I missed it. I missed having a goal and something to aim for and breaking records gave me that goal to aim for. I was just browsing the internet and came across the Guinness world records website when I had a eureka moment if you will, and the idea hit me.

Just to clarify you’re currently the holder for what world records & why did you choose these records to break?

I am currently the world record holder for the longest motor bike, the fastest toilet and fastest pram. However I do also hold records for the largest bonfire, and the fastest mobility scooter. I’ve always been a fidelley person, always looked at something and thought is there a better way I can do that? Can I make this any easier? These records have given me goals to aim for, the records in a way gives the project a purpose.

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Though I don’t just do these inventions and stunts just for the record, such as when I brought the incredible pulse jet push bike to Norwich for the Concorde Auto centre’s grand opening. Lots of people always question my projects and crazy ideas; ‘why would you want to do something like that’, ‘how did you

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even come up with something like that’ but then as soon as they hear that there is a world record attached to the project it’s as though they understand more.

The first record that I attempted was the largest bonfire, I was just flicking around on the Guinness records site and found this big fire, and immediately thought ‘yeah this is a good idea’, it’s not something that could be done in a weekend. Where I originally wanted to do it, I found out that there was a high pressure gas pipe running underneath it so I took two weeks off work moving all the pyramids which would make the god of fires to the other end of the field, but you know I still got the record. Then there was the longest motor bike, it was the most stupid thing ever as you couldn’t transport it, took ages to set up but once you started riding, it was quite good actually.

Where does your constant passion come from?

From a personal side I enjoy it more than anything, I like doing bizarre things that other people don’t do.

Most people I know like to follow the norm and do the ordinary thing but I think in a different way, my passion definitely comes from wanting to keep on doing unusual things.

Do you ever get fed up and just want to quit when you can’t do something?

Of course, I am still human though I like to do the unusual. You do get to the stage where you just feel like banging your head against the wall though you have to persevere. As when I do finally achieve what I have wanted to or get that eureka moment that feeling is better than anything so when you can’t do something, It’s about fighting for it. And at the end of the day that’s where the ultimate passion comes from. Nowadays more and more people want something there and then, they don’t want to work for it but that’s what it comes down to, how much work you put in.

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What has been the best thing you have ever made and why?

The best thing that I have made but wasn’t a world record was probably the wall of death. There were so many people saying “no, no you’re never going to be able to do it”, when I finally did it, it was like “yes told you I could do it, in your faces”. That’s one of the best parts of achieving - proving people wrong, that definitely makes me more determined.

I know from when you were young, you weren’t allowed in the shed at home this obviously made it harder for you, did this hold you back from what you wanted to do? And what made you carry on?

When I was young I was held back, I used to do so much in my bedroom but really there is only so much you can do in such a small space. In a way I do think that I am 10 years behind myself as I did miss out on being able to think outside the box.

But I worked with what I had and tried to make what I did have work for me. Now I have my own house, my own shed which I built from scratch I’m able to do all the things that I need to do. That is the core thing for me, having that bit of space which you can use to make things. Even if you haven’t got all the tools in the world - you make use of what you have.

What made me carry on is the fact that I couldn’t get in the shed so the more I couldn’t do something the more determined it made me to do what I wanted. ➠

What’s next? Do you have anything up your sleeve for your next world record?

I haven’t quite decided yet. I can guarantee it won’t be another speed record. Maybe something tall or long, a journey perhaps but definitely something different. It won’t be till next October that I attempt it but after Christmas I will look about and see what’s been done recently and what hasn’t been done for a while. Before I started on the fastest pram project I didn’t want to do another speed record but at the time I was about to become a dad so it made sense to do that then. Also with the fastest toilet I was paid to attempt that one but from now on I may take a different path from speed records.

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day there were 100,000. It just shows that people are sharing things with their friends and passing it around. It just tells me that my films struck chords with people which makes me want to continue and share my passion with fans.

Do you think there will ever come a time when you just go back to your day job and forget all about this excitement?

Have you always been interested in science?

I’ve loved science and making things since I was at school. I have always been very practical, and always wanted to start doing things. Though with all of the health and safety regulations you can’t get your hands on any of the machinery at school, in a sense it is a waste having it. At school I was very disruptive and just wanted to start making things. As you can imagine I was suspended numerous times due to my passion of invention and science.

What do your close friends and family think of all your records and crazy ideas?

All of my friends and family are really interested in all the records I have broken and want to break.

When I first started they did think I was completely barmy. It’s not till the end of my first project the largest bonfire that they all started to appreciate what I did. It’s quite funny to see how people go from thinking ‘he is the weird one’ to ‘he’s the one who has a number of world records’. It’s that idea the records gives my project extra purpose and therefore gives them extra meaning.

What do you think as helped you to grow over the years?

100% the internet has made me grow so much and made people so much more aware of me and what I do. Before the internet you may get something in the local newspaper and maybe even the national newspaper but someone would read it then go in the bin but with the internet people can see what I do over and over again.

It’s like a constant reminder to people. The internet shares and spreads information like wildfire. When I put the video on YouTube of the jet bike in a PAGE 24 couple of hours there were 10,000 views, the next

No absolutely not, there may come a time when I have to do less of it because I will get too old for all the activity and excitement, but I could never give it up completely. That would never be an option; I have got too involved to stop all together. When I have finished a project and too busy to start a new one straight away I have to fiddle with something, even if it’s doing DIY around the house. It’s never too long before I start something.

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FAMILY CHRISTMAS Issue 08 2013

A family’s for life, not just for Christmas “Driving home for Christmas, I can’t wait to see their faces” - those famous lines, sang in a loving melody by Chris Rea, conjure up pictures of a roaring open fire, Christmas jumpers, and a father opening the door to a wife and children with open arms after work on Christmas Eve. Ross Davis, a 30-year-old mechanic who travels the world throughout the year as part of an endurance racing team, said: “I look forward to the break at Christmas and actually being at home for more than two weeks.

It’s all about family, eating and drinking until you can fit no more in, and spoiling the kids rotten.”

“People’s social networks often shrink due to lifechanging events such as retirement and bereavement which can increase the risk of feeling lonely, and we are extremely concerned that this coupled with ongoing cuts to local authority budgets means that even more older people will feel lonely this winter.”

Christmas is a time for family, friends, laughter, love and giving. However, for some people this could not be further away from what happens to them during the festive season.

While there are those who find themselves alone at Christmas for no reason of their own, there are also those who choose to be alone, or without their family around.

Research released by Age UK in November, revealed that 450,000 people aged 65 and over will be facing Christmas alone this year. Of those surveyed, 2.8 million older people said that they were not looking forward to Christmas 2013.

“This year my partner and I are shutting ourselves way at Christmas”, said Michelle Francis who lives with her boyfriend Adrian. Michelle added: “Christmas is great when your family all get on well, but last year really put me off. I can’t be bothered to deal with the trauma of deciding which set of parents to go to, and who makes the best roast potatoes, so I’m doing it all myself.”

Each to their own springs to mind, I personally find Christmas a really happy time. There is nothing better than giving to those who are important to you – not just giving in a monetary sense, but giving your time and attention. What we must remember is that no one is perfect and sometimes Christmas is about give and take, just ‘grin and bear it’ as some may say.

Caroline Abrahams, charity director of Age UK, said: “The majority of older people facing Christmas alone are aged 80 or over, making them the most vulnerable and at risk at this time of year.

In 2011, the Guardian published a ‘How to survive family Christmas’, if you struggle then this article will help. It gives ten top tips on how to get through the awkward moments Christmas day can bring and will ensure you come out smiling at the end. From simply asking people about themselves, to closing your eyes for a few moments and pretending everyone is dead this article has all the answers.

I am spending the big day itself with my partners’ family this year, and next year - fingers crossed we are still together - we will swap and visit my folks. Whatever you decided to do, whether it be a micro meal for one, or a full blown family gathering, make the most of it.

After all, it is only Christmas once a year.

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SPOTLIGHT ON

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Chestnut Drive Business Park Wymondham Chestnut drive, Business Park first opened in 2004 in Wymondham, with only a few businesses. 10 years later, the business park is thriving with over 15 businesses and still being built up. ith many independent, smaller shops having to close throughout Wymondham, Chestnut drive is helping the community by bringing not only brilliant business but fantastic local trade that Wymondham can be proud of.

Orchard Toys is a company that has been based on the business park for 7 years since moving from Nottingham in 2006 where the company was originally based. Orchard toys produces board based, educational fun learning games and jigsaws for children aged between 18 months and 12years. They are proud to be manufacturing from Chestnut drive and proud to be one of the few toy companies that still manufacture in the UK. ‘Chestnut drive is gradually being developed, as we knew it would when we first came here, but it still

retains that exclusive feel that attracted us to the park’. Today there are more than 15 businesses trading on the park and more to come, chestnut drive has brought growth and employment to the town of Wymondham. ‘The business park is aimed at SME’s rather than large corporations, so employers on Chestnut Drive offer employees the opportunity to work in businesses in which they can make a real difference. These businesses will not be massive employers while they operate from Wymondham Business Park, but they do and will offer stable employment to a core of people as they grow larger’.

Chestnut Drive offers a range of business to customers. From toys to conservatories, to bathrooms, and offers you a lot of selection. A business that has grown and expanded along-side chestnut drive is

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Supreme Bathrooms and Kitchen Centre. Supreme was one of the first businesses to move to Chestnut drive in 2004. 9 years later and Supreme has one of the largest showrooms in all of Norfolk.

The family business has expanded greatly with their most recent development taking them into selling and fitting kitchens. ‘When we first moved to the premise in 2004 there was only 2 businesses including ourselves, Chestnut Drive has developed immensely, it’s a lot busier and more and more people are becoming aware of it’.

Supremes aim has always been to put the customer first and to offer our expertise and experience within the industry alongside our exquisite range of quality bathrooms and kitchens, in which Chestnut Drive has helped Supreme to achieve more than they ever thought. ‘Chestnut drive has brought more job opportunities to Wymondham, due to the decline of small towns, smaller and local businesses are being forced to closed; with Chestnut Drive continuously expanding, hopefully this will bring more people to the area’ says Supreme.

A Business that is very new to the area of Chestnut drive is Postmill Garage. They moved to the business park 4 months ago from the other end of Wymondham at Postmill close. Postmill garage is a new business that is helping the park to develop further; with its expertise and the trust of their loyal customers, Postmill garage are

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keen to expand with Chestnut Drive. Postmill Garage is a VOSAauthorised MOT Testing Station; offering their professional and reliable servicing, repairs, air conditioning recharging, and electronic diagnostics to the local community. ‘We welcome all enquires, as well as those relating to fleet and trade work. We want and love to help you keep your local business on the road’. Postmill Garage said there were ten reasons to choose them: Shop local, Genuine replacement parts, Keep manufacturer’s warranty, Parts & labour guaranteed, Save money on labour costs, Free courtesy car, Clear pricing, Up to date equipment, Clean work and Trust in local’.

Another family business that takes pride in Chestnut Drive is Fit Club.

They took residence at Chestnut drive in June 2007. Fit Club aims to provide a quality service suited to everyone’s personal needs. Fit club like to put an emphasis on total body health; providing training programmes that address functional or postural issues, as well as nutritional needs to improve human performance. ‘When we first moved to Chestnut Drive, we were told straight away that there were plans for the business park to be developed in which we were delighted with, as it meant there would be more of an attraction to people and a better potential market’. The development of Chestnut Drive can only be a positive thing; ‘We are pleased with how the park is getting on, it’s an attractive looking business park, there is

nothing heavy, industrial wise making it pleasing to the eye. It’s also great that Chestnut Drive provides us with our own grounds around our unit, a large car park and garden is a definite advantage to our business’ said co-owner of fit club Roscoe Hipperson. Chestnut drive is in a fantastic location: ‘the park acts as a gateway to the A11 but at the same time provides businesses with large premises, giving customers the best service possible, it’s the perfect location’.

Chestnut drive is home to many businesses who value their premises which enables them to provide a better quality service to all their customers. Whether its free car parking that encourages you to visit, or if it’s the huge amounts of Space that each business uses to its advantage, giving you whatever you need; Chestnut Drive can fix your problems, from wanting a new bathroom, to getting your car fixed, to getting fitter for Christmas, to buying educational toys.

And with more units being built, it couldn’t be better for Chestnut Drive, Business Park.

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ICENI - FOOD REVIEW

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Roots is located in a fabulous Grade 11 listed building on Pottergate in the historic Norwich Lanes.

There is a downstairs cafe for a quick coffee or cake with an added bonus of a farm shop which sells local produce for you to buy and a Bistro on the first floor for a more indulgent occasion. For those sunny days there is an outside courtyard area. Roots pride themselves on sourcing and using locally produced products including Norfolk wine, Ales & Lagers.

First impressions as we entered was the feeling we were entering a ‘Tardis’ as from the outside the premises look quite small but once inside it is really spacious.

The aroma of home cooked food was wafting around and gave a homely welcoming atmosphere.

Once seated in the Bistro we were served our choice of main course.

For dessert we chose Malt Brulee with a Whisky and Oat snap and baked Walsingham Cheesecake with soused Blueberries.

Beer Battered Hake and Oven Baked Cod. Hake is quite a mild fish, with a white flaky texture and a flavour that is subtle and this was perfect for the flavourful beer batter which was crisp, light and puffed up just right.

The triple cooked chips were fluffy with a crisp coating. The accompaniments were Mushy peas, beetroot infused boiled eggs and an amazing tangy beetroot relish/pickle.

The Brulee was a seriously rich dessert with the smooth silky texture of the set Custard flavoured with Malt and the sweet bitterness of the Caramel.

The baked Cheesecake was denser than an uncooked one as would be expected but was rich and creamy.

The Soused Blueberries had a subtle flavour from the marinade - a simply delicious timeless dessert.

Cod is a fish with a delicate, white flaky but firm flesh and by baking it concentrated the lovely flavour of this fish. The crunchy pork scratching herb crust coating kept the Cod moist and gave the fish a lift. The texture was nice, stuck to the fish well, and had a great colour. Served with parsnips, Leeks and oven dried PAGE 30 Tomatoes, the flavours were well balanced.

In conclusion Roots offers a relaxing, friendly environment ideal for both pleasure and business lunches & dinners.

For enquiries and bookings: 01603 920788 www.rootsnorwich.co.uk

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NEW BOOK RELEASE CAUSES FRENZY AROUND WORLD Norfolk author Mark King’s new book; Frenzy a Daniel Jones story has spread beyond the borders of the United Kingdom since its release. Initially on sale in this country it is now available in twenty different countries including America, Canada, Germany, India and Japan to name a few.

After a successful debut at the London Book fair the foreign rights to translate Frenzy into Turkish were bought by publishers in Istanbul. ‘There are tens of millions of potential new readers for Frenzy in Turkey and further beyond so this is a very exciting time for the book,’ Said Mark A fast pace novel set in the near future for young adults of both sexes, but which will also be enjoyed by adults as well. All authors take inspiration from their own life experiences and this no different for Mark who was born in Lowestoft, and started his early working life as an auctioneer on the fish market in the town before moving to Norwich in his early twenties. As the author stated, ‘you can’t help but use features from places and people you have known so you have to jumble up the clues, but occasional they become clear as the story unfolds.’

Mark who is married with two children has had a varied work life from auctioneer to court bailiff, and is presently the author behind the successful worldwide blog at www.always-hanging-around. blogspot.com. ‘One aspect I like about the success abroad for

Frenzy a Daniel Jones story are the different people who now get in touch from the four corners of the world, although sometimes they make contact in their mother tongue so I can’t always understand what they are saying.’

Frenzy is a dystopian novel where the lead character, Daniel Jones, finds out a gruesome secret that leads to his fight for survey in a white-knuckle ride through a landscape of devastation. The author also said, ‘Life for people has its up and downs, and because of this the reader can relate easily not only the lead character’s misfortunes, but also to the two female leads in Mary and Gwendolyn who come to his rescue.’

Daniel leads a peaceful life with his family until he finds out a repulsive secret about the Over-seers, ‘the saviours of humanity’, and his security is blown to smithereens. He enters a world where death is the only certainty and quickly learns to kill-or be killed.

Enter Gwendolyn, with the charm of a snake and a bite that’s twice as deadly. People skills aren’t

her thing but she knows how to survive in a post-apocalyptic world. Mary is the only person left alive over forty. Only Mary can remember life before the invasion before humanity was brain washed by the procedures, and she knows where to find their only hope for survival. Pursued by the Over-seers, the Triclops and the barbaric hunters, can the three brave rebels triumph in their quest?

One final word from the author, ‘I’ve been in communication with the translator team from Turkey and it seems that there

is no straight translation of the word frenzy from English into Turkish, and no doubt this will be a common problem with more words in the manuscript when the book is translated into other languages.’

Frenzy a Daniel Jones story by Mark King is available worldwide in hardback on Amazon and most other web-sites/shops, plus on Kindle and Nook.

ISBN 9781846248771.

We have Three Autographed copies of Frenzy to give away: In FRENZY the lead character is called Daniel. The bible is made up of many books including the book of Daniel. Is this book in the New Testament or the Old Testament?

Email your answer & contact details to: competitions@icenimagazine.co.uk Please state in the subject line ‘Frenzy Book Competition’ and send by 30th December 2013

Independent review Frenzy by Mark King - The cover of the book is very eye catching and grips your attention straight away.

Frenzy is a story about the descendants of a group of people who survived the destruction of the earth. The people lived simple lives and at the age of 40 retire to a place called the achievement centre run by creatures called the over-seers so called saviours of the human race.

The story unfolds around a young lad called Daniel who lived with his father mother and sister in a small village. Daniel stumbles onto the truth about what happens to the people once they enter the achievement centre. Daniel goes on the run after he is discovered in the achievement centre he travels to the desolate lands where he meets Mary who remembers the world before the destruction of the planet and Gwendolyn a young friend of Mary`s.

They set off across the desolate lands on a quest to find the golden shield which would help destroy the over-seers.

Daniel is pursued by people known as the hunters who have been sent by the over-seers to kill him. The story will feed your imagination; it will unsettle you one minute and then cause you strong feelings of affection and sympathy Frenzy is an ideal read for teenagers and adults alike especially if you like science fiction you will enjoy this book, which is a bit like the 1970`s film Logan’s run with a macabre twist.

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FACEBOOK FOR BUSINESS Issue 08 2013

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Make Facebook Work For Your Business Article by Paul Kirk – www.paulkirkdesign.co.uk Most people have personal Facebook pages and since ‘Facebook for Business’ debuted in 2011businesses have been able to do the same - creating pages to be able to communicate, listen and interact with their customer base. acebook for Business advertising had been rather cumbersome and complicated, but a recent update has made things much easier. Facebook is now fast becoming an appealing advertising option for businesses because, unlike print, you can target your advertising specifically using not just geographical location but age, gender, interests and much more ensuring that you don’t waste your advertising budget.

So what should you do if you’re considering starting a Facebook for Business Ad campaign.

4. Target your audience reach Once you’ve created your ad, you’ll need to decide who sees it. You can target potential customers by their geographical location, age, gender, likes & interests, birthday, relationship status, language, education and even workplace. You can also choose to target just people who have or have not already liked your page, or the friends of people who already liked your page. The more specific your target audience the less promotional wastage you’ll get.

5. Budget You can either choose a daily or ‘lifetime’ budget for your campaign. You can then decide how you want to 1. Research Are your current customers using Facebook? If you’re pay when someone clicks your Ad. You either pay for a hairdresser, beautician or landscape gardener, for specific ‘actions’ (such as Likes) only paying if someone instance, you’re more likely to have a customer base clicks on your ad, or by per thousand impressions on Facebook than an insurance broker or mechanic. - which is the number of times an ad appears to Facebook users on their pages. Facebook will help you Facebook isn’t suitable for every business so it’s choose the best option for your business. Pricing will important to do your research and see if you have a vary according to your businesses competition in the good potential customer base - check out some of your demographic criteria that you’re targeting. competitors and see what they’re up to on Facebook.

The more research you do the more likely you are to 6. Analyse have a successful presence.

Using Facebook’s analytics suite you’ll be able to see which ads and image options are performing best and adjust your campaign spend accordingly.

2. Identify your marketing objectives Do you want to inform customers of a specific service or product or are you after ‘likes’ and going for the Facebook for Business is about socialising liking, long term customer base? Define your goals, set a sharing and communicating with your customers its not about immediately buying products/services. timeframe and plan how you intend to achieve this.

Remember communicate, listen and interact.

3. Create your Ad Once you’ve decided on your objective, Facebook can then guide you on the best ad type and placement.

Then choose your attention grabbing headline, photo (you can have up to five on rotation) and short, PAGE 32 catchy text for your ad.

Find out more about Facebook for Business and creating Facebook Ads at https://www.facebook.com/ business/connect If you’d like help with your website or social media campaign please get in touch.

ICENI - BOOK REVIEW

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NORWICH CITY - THE SEVENTIES EDWARD COUZENS-LAKE, FOREWORD BY GERRY HARRISON The castle lies at the heart of the city while the cathedral is its soul. But the football club, modest in name yet bright and vibrant with it, is its life. Unlike any other city in England, the day-to-day life of Norwich was, is now, and ever shall be intertwined with the fortunes of its famous football club. Whether in time of crisis or celebration at Carrow Road, the emotions of the club are carried and shared by the people of Norwich.

For the first seventy years or so, the Canaries rarely rattled their own cages, let alone those of their rivals.

However, barely a year after the appointment of a new bishop to the Diocese of Norwich - a Canaries fan at that - the club rose from sleepy obscurity into the previously unheard-of heights of English football’s top flight for the first time. Coincidence or divine intervention, via just a little help from Cathedral Close?

It marked the beginning of the Canaries’ rise to the big league in more ways than one. The advent of colour television and more widespread coverage of the sport, together with the steady realisation that there was serious money to be made from the game, meant that their promotion came at exactly the right time, a time that is now looked back on by many as a golden era in English football. For both the football club and the historic city that gave it its name, the Seventies was a decade of great change, progress and development as they both made their way, bright-eyed and feathery tailed, towards the fast-approaching millennium.

BIBLIOGRAPHIC INFORMATION PUBLICATION: November 2013 PRICE: £16.99 ISBN: 978-1-4456-1821-0 SIZE: 248 x 172mm BINDING: Paperback EXTENT: 208 pages ILLUSTRATIONS: 28 illustrations RIGHTS: World, all languages

Above: Edward Couzens-Lake

Independent Review NORWICH CITY - THE SEVENTIES Edward Couzens-Lake, Foreword By Gerry Harrison Whilst focusing on the fortunes of Norwich City in the Seventies, (especially during the managerial reign of John Bond), this book actually covers the period from 1956 to 1980.

A mixture of the authors personal recollections, plus numerous facts and figures, which I found very easy to identify with, having been a fellow supporter on the terraces at Carrow Road during the Seventies. Memories came flooding back; the “fogged off” Chelsea cup match, the first ever Division One game against Everton and the disappointing cup finals against Tottenham & Aston Villa, to name but a few!

There is a mistake at the bottom of page 66. It says; “while Aviva appear in the guise of the Norwich Building Society”. This is incorrect as Aviva have never been connected with Norwich Building Society. As you know, in the Seventies, Aviva was Norwich Union.

In conclusion, a book with limited appeal, but one that would be a welcome addition to the Christmas stocking of any past or present Norwich City fan.

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MOOSEY ART REVIEW

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Moosey Art Review Street art shouldn’t be dull or boring but perhaps unique, urban, edgy even.

The Moosey Art event didn’t come close to what I thought street art should or shouldn’t be, the event exceeded my expectations by enlightening me to something different. As street art is such an umbrella term, so many things can be defined as ‘street art’. Therefore the question on my mind as I arrived at the Stew Gallery in Norwich was; ‘What is street art’?

As I walked into the gallery, the street music was pumping away setting the scene and I was silently greeted by a masked man taking tickets; immediately giving us an idea for what was in store. First impressions on walking in were made even better by another man bombarding us with bottles of desperados.

Walking around with my partner, we took our time looking at the pieces of art displayed.

Getting confused on what was being portrayed and debating our own interpretations of all the pieces that were in front of us. Frazer Bailey had chosen a wide range of art which presented the variety to all of us street art lovers, showing off new and old artists. From spray paint on wood, to spray paint on bamboo blinds there really was something for everyone.

A favourite piece that stood out for me was a spray painted vinyl record. This screamed ‘street’ to me because a vinyl record is so vintage but then the whole package created a modern piece of street art. It had been painted with a gorgeous range of sunset colours and splashes of aluminous pink ripping through the middle of the record. We came to the conclusion that the sunset was a symbol for how beautiful vinyl’s were but the pink tearing through the middle represents how something beautiful is being destroyed, however the beauty of street is that it’s your own interpretation that counts.

As the time went on, more people were beginning to arrive; with the drinks flowing, a great atmosphere was being created with the topic of street being on everyone’s minds.

A piece that has to be mentioned was the collection of the skateboards which are immediately associated with street and youth.

All three had a bright but different colour scheme catching my eye straight away. What made them more interesting was the different type of bird that had been painted on each one.

After going round in circles we came to the conclusion that this was some sort of symbol for ‘watching’ as the artist had really captured the eye on all three conveying the idea that street art is about patience and looking.

With the music defining the tone of the evening, it was clear that the evening was a success. Lots of discussion was happening around me as the art was getting people talking.

Before I left I realised that my simple question of ‘what is street art?’ had been answered.

Every piece of art was different but they all had something in common, they all made people talk because not every piece was obvious to the human eye. Whether its graffiti or a painting it gets us all talking because it’s different and unique which is what street art represents.

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MONTHLY RECIPE

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Brie de Meaux Custard, Red Grape, Celery This has become a bit of a signature dish, depending on how you define signature dish, but it has certainly been in and around the menu for the past few years. Out of 10 people, usually 6 love it and see it as the best dish of the night, 3 like it and find it interesting and 1 doesn’t know what to think! Whatever their opinion, it does always seem to get people talking.

Eric Snaith Head Chef at Titchwell Manor

Method; Images By: Jamie Maxwell (www.Jamiemaxwellphotography.co.uk)

For the Custard, place all of the ingredients in a thermomix and cook for 10mins, 90°c on speed 3 (the Eggs should be cooked as for a Crème Brulee).

If a Thermomix is not available cook as you would for custard in a heavy saucepan over a low heat.

When cooked, pass through a fine mesh sieve and set in the fridge on small plates or small bowls.

Ingredients For the Custard; 70g Egg yolks, 300g double Cream 15g Sugar, 100g Brie de Meaux (or similar) 1g Salt

For the pickled Grapes; ½ Bunch of red Grapes, 200g red Wine 50g Red Wine Vinegar, Juice of ½ a Lemon 1 Star anise, 1 sprig of Tarragon 50g Sugar, 2g Salt, 25ml Pernod

For the Celery; 2 Sticks of Celery, Leaves from the Celery Micro celery leaves

For the red grape pate de fruits; 500g Red Grape purée, 14g Pectin 14g Citric acid, 620g Sugar

For the semi-dry pickled Grapes, remove Grapes from stems, holding a few back for final presentation. Combine all other ingredients and bring to the boil, pour over Grapes and allow it to marinade in the fridge for 12 hours. Drain and dry the Grapes in dehydrator for 8 hours at 80°c.

For the red Grape pate de fruits, mix the Pectin with 20g of Sugar, warm the Grape purée in a large sauce pan, add the Pectin mix while whisking to incorporate, add the remaining Sugar and cook to 108°c, take off the heat and add the citric acid, working quickly pour into a parchment lined deep baking tray. Set in the fridge For the Celery, pick down the leaves and keep in water, cut celery into small batons.

To serve the dish, caramelise the Custard with Sugar and a blow torch, as if making a Crème Brulee. Place 2 small cubes of pate de fruits, 2 Celery batons, 2 leaves and a sprig of micro Celery on top and finish with 2 slices of fresh Grape.

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THE WONDERFUL WENSUM Issue 08 2013

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THE WONDERFUL WENSUM Many of the greatest Cities of the world are defined by their rivers. ho can possibly escape Paris without the very last years of the Fourteenth Century and being lulled by the romance of the Seine? takes its name from the water meadow in which it stands which was once known as Cowsholme.

Or take to the floor for a waltz in Vienna without thinking of the Danube? Then, of course, there is It is a little under 50 feet high with walls that are London and old Father Thames with its rich, ever around 6 feet thick-sturdy enough you might think flowing history that ebbs and flows like its tide. but not enough to prevent the Cow Tower from being badly damaged during the rebellion and Modest in both comparison and scale it may be, subsequent violence that flared up in the City yet, for Norwich and its good people, the River during the Robert Kett led rebellion in the middle Wensum can be as significant a player in their of the sixteenth century. Ketts Hill, on which stands lives as any of its mighty cousins. the Ketts Tavern is just to the east of the tower.

Its source lies inbetween the Norfolk villages of The manner in which Norwich used to rely upon Colkirk and Whissonsett, from which it flows its river is in evidence as you explore its path, your through Fakenham and the Pensthorpe Nature walk taking you towards Norwich Railway Station.

Reserve, languid, lazy and thoroughly picturesque amidst the carefully managed walkways before, maybe reluctantly, it heads on to and through Swanton Morley and Taverham before reaching our fine City where it lingers at will, no doubt taking in all of the finery around it, reluctant to leave the confines of its adopted home. It is particularly well named when you consider the path it takes through Norwich, for Wensum comes from the old English adjective wandsum or wendsum; translated today as ‘winding’-which, like all fine rivers it most certainly does. And why not? For, like any true man or woman of Norfolk, the Wensum is in no particular hurry to get anywhere and it certainly idles in Norwich, forming a backdrop to many a splendid scene.

The Wensum crosses into Norwich in an ‘official’ fashion near to Hellesdon Mill Lane, kissing the peripheries of the hospital and the Royal Norwich Golf Club as it does so before passing under the A140 at Sweet Briar Road and on into the heart of the City.

One of the most famous City landmarks that sit along the course of the Wensum is the Cow Tower, one of the earliest purpose built artillery PAGE 36 forts or blockhouses in Europe. It dates back to

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Old Mills and Quays are there to be found, may long converted from their original use with those across the river from Riverside still, in the main, in the process of gentrification from their busy industrial past. Walk along the Wensum by King Street to see other industrial remnants and signs of a past that many a casual visitor would be unaware is inextricably linked to Norwich. Mustard yes. But wool and shoes? No. The Wensum would have played some part in these industries, whether practical or as a scenic backdrop to a factory, warehouse or dept. Much more significant is the slipway at Pulls Ferry which marks the start of a canal originally used to transport Caen stone in Normandy to its final destination and use; for the building of the Cathedral, a building which forms a wonderful companion to many a picture of the river.

Will the modern ‘buzz’, lights and energy of the modern Riverside development, all desirable pads with river views, restaurants, bars and places to be seen be regarded as preciously in five hundred years time? Almost certainly not. They will all be long gone, reduced, replaced and then replaced again in a world where change is seen as good, if not for the better. Our River Wensum will remain a constant however, just as it has, does, and will remain thus. And, no doubt, those who choose to live in Norwich in the year 2513 will still opt to pay a premium price for a riverside view.

Maybe the Canaries will have won their first ever Premier League title by then? If they do, the Wensum will bear witness. Who recalls the chants of the Barclay stand in the 1970’s, made to opposition fans and suggesting they they’d be “going in the river”. Welcome to Norwich.

The Wensum certainly played its part during a League Cup semi-final tie for the Canaries against Chelsea in December 1972 when, with the home side leading 3-2 and only minutes from their first ever visit to Wembley, the thick fog that had blown in from the Wensum made previously difficult playing conditions impossible and the game was abandoned, one of the last to be done so because of fog in this modern footballing era.

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The Wensum now flows out of the City via Trowse and Whitlingham where it merges with the River Yare, thus becoming a tributary of the latter even though, unusually it is longer than the river it eventually feeds into. But then everyone and everything does different in Norfolk.

In 1993 The River Wensum was designated as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI). It has long been regarded as one of the most important chalk river habitats in the country and has had over 100 plant species identified as living in and around its margins.

The Fye Bridge, opened in 1933 is a distinctive crossing place over the Wensum. It has a clearance of 9’ 6” and consists of two arches, each of which spans 35 feet. There have been many important archaeological finds in and around the bridge and river here, hardly surprising as Tombland and Magdalen Street, near to where it crosses the river are amongst the oldest parts of the City. Items that have been found from the 10th and 11th centuries with records suggesting that the original bridge in this location was built in the middle of the 12th century.

Bishop Bridge, meantime, is the only surviving medieval bridge in the City. It was built in 1340 and remains one of the oldest bridges still in use in England-in comparison, for it to last as long, the recently built and opened Novi Sad Friendship Bridge on Riverside, opened in 2001, will still need to be carrying pedestrians across the Wensum in 2674 to equal the current feat of Bishop Bridge-which may well still be performing the same duties then as it does today and did over 300 years before the Great Fire of London.

How dull a City might become if it did not have a river to call its own. The River Wensum offers Norwich and its people so much-ancient history, modern centres of leisure, idyllic days afloat and more scenic views than you might want to keep track of. It is a jewel, one of many we have and hold dear. And worth exploring again and again, however well you may think you know it.

Edward Couzens-Lake

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ASK DAVE Issue 08 2013

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New to Issue 8 and Beyond Dave Lincoln of Horatio Creative (www.horatiocreative.com) will be answering any Web or Design questions you may have.

If you would like to contact him, you can do so on Twitter: @HoratioCreative

Teacup Wellbeing (@AndyDellbridge) How Can I Get More People to View My Site?

This is literally the million pound question in web marketing! As this is such a massive issue - lets focus on a few simple (and free!) things you can do to improve the search engine ranking of your website.

Content is king! Search engines especially love fresh new content, the more you update your site, the more often it will be ‘crawled’ by the search engine robots (and the more times existing visitors will return). Even if your website only sells products, try to create at least 2 new pages every week, a good way to do this is by writing a blog, tutorials or a news section.

When writing your content there are a few golden rules to follow: • Use short headings that are easy to read.

• Pay attention to the first paragraph of text - include keywords in this that you think people are likely to use when searching for your site.

• If you add images to your page ensure these have a ‘title’, ‘alt’ tag and a description - if you are using a content management system the functionality should be in place to allow you to do this.

• Include links to other content on your website (where appropriate).

Make sure your website has a sitemap. This is a page that lists and links to every main page on your website, this makes it easier for the search engine spiders to find your content.

Another good SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) trick is to make sure your Meta Page Titles (the text at the top of your web browser) are different on every page, short - no more than 6 words, and include keywords that a potential visitor may search for.

Lastly, I would make sure you have both Google Analytics and Google Webmaster tools installed on your website. Both are free, easy to use and give you loads of information about how your site is performing.

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Pablo Munez (@_ImPablo) - I Have Heard The Phrase ‘Responsive Web Design’ Can You Explain This?

Yes! Over the past year or so, this has become quite the hot topic in the world of Web Design...

Websites are no longer restricted to the worlds of Desktop and Laptop Computers, more and more people are using their mobile devices (such as smart phones and tablets) to access information - and this trend does not look like slowing down! In a recent article on mashable.com (http://mashable.com/2013/08/20/mobile-web-traffic/), it was claimed that about 17.4% of global web traffic now comes through mobile devices, this was a 6.3% increase from 2012 where about 11.1%.

With such a big change in how users experience websites and applications a fundamental shift in the way websites are designed and developed has taken place - this process has become known as ‘Responsive Web Design’.

Responsive Web Design, is not a single piece of technology but more a set of ideas and principles, first explained in an article by Ethan Marcotte (just in case you get asked in a pub quiz...you probably wont!).

Basically, this is the idea that the design and layout of a website will change depending on the environment of the user (the device they are using). I am sure you have noticed, that if you view the BBC website on a desktop machine, this looks very different to when you look at it on your phone, although both versions have the same look and feel (which is important to the overall identity of a company).

As with everything, this approach is about providing the best experience possible for the user / client. If they have a positive experience, they will relate this to your product / service, and who doesn’t want that!

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ICENI - MUSIC Issue 08 2013

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Jigs and accordions: up close and personal with Bellowhead, the folk legends A wave of folk music has re-entered the UK singles charts in the past 12 months with bands such as Bellowhead, Mumford and Sons, Damien Rice and the Lumineers leading the way.

Amy Chappell caught up with the eleven-piece band’s

percussionist Pete Flood, during their recent tour of the UK. Do you think folk music is coming back to the mainstream?

Yes. People see it as an authentic choice at a time when our lives are dominated by technology. That’s quite odd, if you think about it - the idea that listening to an earnest beardy fellow with an acoustic guitar can make up for total disengagement with the natural world - but there’s nowt as queer as folk!

Which do you feel is your most popular track among fans and why?

At this point, perhaps New York Girls, probably. Clearly stories about being ripped off by a prostitute really resonate with our audience. But its popularity is about to be overtaken by our first ever Xmas single - ‘Christmas Bells/Jingle Bells’ - out on December 1st!

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What sets Bellowhead’s sound apart from other folk bands?

Shamelessness, I suppose. We’ll happily venture into musical territory where others are too tasteful to tread! That and joy - we’re that rare thing, an unashamedly happy band!

How did the band feel about being asked to record music for the 20th anniversary episode of The Simpsons?

Very flattered. We arranged a version of the theme that took in bagpipes, an old Sussex hornpipe, swanee whistles, kazoos and pogoing. It was played as part of a montage of various bands, famous and unknown, doing their own Simpsons arrangements, so, not just us.

In 2010 you released Hedonism. In honour of this, the band developed a new ale. Why was it decided and has it been a success?

We like beer, and we’re fairly hedonistic folk, and we very much fancied trying our hand at creating a brew. It was great fun, actually - we spent the evening sampling the wares at the brewery, then at 8am the next morning were in there shovelling the grist with sore heads. The beer’s still available from Potbelly Brewery in Kettering, Northamptonshire.

Your latest album Broadside hit No. 16 in the UK album charts - what was the theory behind the album and did you expect this?

A broadside is a fusillade of cannon fire, but it’s also the name for the song sheets that were commonly circulated up until the beginning of the twentieth century. A lot of our songs were taken from broadsides, and the album as a whole is a fairly relentless assault on the senses (in a good way - obviously!), so both meanings apply.

Where does the name Bellowhead come from?

It was the name of Gilgamesh’s mate in the ancient Sumerian epic. No, that’s a lie - I honestly have no idea. Someone came up with it and then it stuck.

With eleven members of the band, how do you find touring? What challenges do you face as such a large group?

Well - you’ll find eleven radically different answers to that one! Personally, I love it - but I’m a travel addict - not everyone takes to it so happily. Nowadays we go out with two buses and a truck, so it’s a big operation. The buses can become sinks of contagion - one person gets ill and we all fall like dominoes. But apart from that it all runs amazingly smoothly, largely thanks to our brilliant tour manager, Adam Maughan.

Where do you see the band in the next few years?

Next year is our ten year anniversary, so we’re looking forward to celebrating that with shows in April at the Royal Albert Hall in London and Bridgewater Hall in Manchester.

We’re also gearing up for a big New Year’s Eve bash at Colston Hall, Bristol. Beyond that who knows? We’ve only scratched the surface of the band’s potential - even after all this time - so there’s still plenty to be excited about.

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ICENI - HOROSCOPES Issue 08 2013

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Horoscopes Aries 21 March - 20 April

Libra 24 September - 23 October

Mars moves into Libra and your relationship zone for a long stay, until July next year, so you may be busily interactive.

This festive season may be full of opportunities for mixing and generally enjoying life. Yet, there may be a few rumbles of discontent during the last week, which you might need to take in your stride.

A New Moon in Sagittarius may kick start the festive experience by encouraging you to get in touch with friends and family. Later, Mars powers into your sign and will remain there for some time, bringing a proactive push to important activities. Get organized early Libra, to more easily handle a potential disruption on Christmas Day.

Taurus 21 April - 21 May

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November

Lifestyle issues can be on your mind over the weeks ahead, as tempting festive foodstuffs may conflict with a desire to keep off any extra pounds. Plus, a lovely Jupiter Saturn link can encourage a key relationship to develop along positive lines. However, thoughts of travel and faraway places may fill your mind later in the month.

You may feel in a generous mood as Mercury hikes into Sagittarius. Get present shopping organized by budgeting early on for all eventualities. Later, as Jupiter connects with Saturn, some upbeat news may put you in good spirits. A calm and easy approach during the last week of the month may help offset any unexpected events.

Gemini 22 May - 21 June

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December

The New Moon in Sagittarius brings a chance to take a relationship to a new level of commitment. It’s also an opportunity to partner with a key person and get a project underway, or achieve a mutual goal. You may be more proactive fun wise once Mars moves into Libra. However, the run-up to the New Year could be a busy time for you.

A New Moon in your sign brings the chance to make changes or to get started on a new and healthier routine. Your social life looks busy over this festive season and for some time to come, as Mars encourages you to take the initiative in this area. As the focus moves to financial matters, any efforts to be organized might help relieve seasonal stresses.

Cancer 22 June - 23 July

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January

It looks like you might be extremely active on the home front, as Mars moves into this sector. You may be the one arranging get-togethers and ensuring the festive season is as fun and cheery as everyone hopes. Later, Venus’s move into Capricorn may bring the chance for a friendship, partnership or budding romance to flourish.

Over this festive season, career matters may benefit from a push as Mars powers into Libra, highlighting the necessity of mixing with the right people in order to get ahead. There’s plenty of good cheer to be had, plus an opportunity to collaborate with someone on a fruitful project. Later, you may be geared up to make an important change.

Leo 24 July - 23 August

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February

You may feel in a festive mood early on, with a desire to connect with old friends and new - plus a chance to catch up on any news. The Full Moon in your social zone, may be excellent for a party or gathering that brings everyone together in a spirit of fun. The last week of the month may be trying - perhaps a low key approach may help!

The New Moon in Sagittarius, along with Mars in your travel zone, may spark a desire to explore new horizons, or at least to try something a little bit different. If you are going away over this festive season, you may be pleasantly surprised by what transpires. During the last week, a sensitive approach could help bypass unnecessary conflict.

Virgo 24 August - 23 September

Pisces 20 February - 20 March

You may be busy planning ahead and sorting out finances once Mars moves into your money zone. Getting organized early on can save a lot of hassle later, when you may be ultra busy. Midmonth, a positive Jupiter Saturn aspect suggests that a friendly connection may turn out to be a very fruitful association that you might both enjoy.

Balance may be your watchword over the coming weeks, as Mars spends a long time in Libra and a sensitive part of your chart. With opportunities for a fun festive season, there may be lots to look forward to. However, during the latter part of the month, you may need to find the common thread amongst opposing viewpoints to avoid any awkward clashes.

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