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TURTLE BAY COMES TO NORWICH! Could You Foster A Four-Legged Friend?

Bullying In Schools Bouldering At Highball Climbing Centre ACE NEW WORKSP ’S H FUELS NORWIC R TO CREATIVE SEC

Queen Bouducka Wins The Grand Norwich Duck Race

Alex Brundle Interviewed 90s SPORTS CHIC

How To Get Your Business Listed On Google Local

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The summer holidays are behind us and the evening are drawing in, there is still some warm weather and you can always strike up a Chimnea fire in the garden, sit down and enjoy the late-summer evenings and read issue 41.

The biggest news this month is that we won the Grand Norwich Duck Race! Our joint entry (with Jill Watkinson) - Queen Bouducka paddled into first place on Sunday 28th August. Read more about this on page 11.

This month we were lucky to have visited a newly opened restaurant in Norwich. Turtle Bay is a Jamaican inspired eatery and we have the lovely ‘Just Hollies’ take on what the Caribbean delights are on their menu.

We also have Norwich’s own Cheryl Cade who is a Beer Sommelier, chatting about Summer Beer Festivals, what the Autumn will bring and also a review of 2 places she visited this summer.

If Beer isn’t your thing, then why not read our fab interview written by Tim Barnes-Clay. This month he has interviewed racing driver and son of Martin Brundle. Born in King's Lynn Alex Brundle gives a candid interview on life as a racing driver, how he started and what it was like carving a career with a world-renowned racing driver father.

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CONTRIBUTORS Anonymous Teacher, Cheryl Cade, Edward Couzens-Lake, Hollie Lewis, Keri Beevis, Kevin Murphy, Mark King, Paul Kirk,Patrick Arundell, Sarah Laverty, Susan Leigh, Tim Barnes-Clay.

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Full of absolute dynamic

creative content!

“You Reap What You Sow”

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TURTLE BAY

ALEX BRUNDLE

Comes To Norwich!

Interviewed

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COULD YOU FOSTER A Four-Legged Friend?

BULLYING IN SCHOOLS The Anonymous Teacher

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The Benjamin Foundation Monthly Update

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Nibbles & Tipples As I Write This The Sun...

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British Wild Flower Plants As Summer Turns To Autumn...

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World Heart Day 29th September 2016

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Nova Silver Top Tips For...

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Iceni Fashion 90s Sports

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Queen Bouducka Wins The Grand Norwich Duck Race

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Iceni Columnists Keri Beevis

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Women In Business Seven Women Who - Part 4

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New Jazz Club For East Anglia

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Iceni Columnists Mark King

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Alex Brundle Interviewed

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The Zsea Dinner Party Enjoy Good Food...

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Highball Climbing Centre Insight

Motoring Review Mitsubishi & Subaru

Thursford Back With A Bang

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Turtle Bay Comes To Norwich!

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Bullying In Schools The Anonymous Teacher

Jerk Salmon Recipe

By Turtle Bay Norwich

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Could You Foster A Four-Legged Friend?

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Fuel Studios Brings New Buzz To...

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Parents, Children And Pets Yet Another Parent Has...

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Minke The Smallest UK Baleen Whale

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How To Get Your Business Listed On Google Local

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Mark Thompson Spectacular Science Show

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Iceni Horoscopes What Do Your Stars Hold

Iceni Travel Is It Safe To Travel To Turkey?

THE BENJAMIN FOUNDATION

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Are You Looking For Affordable Childcare?

Ditchingham Day Nursery

Places are currently available for 0-5 year olds Ditchingham Day Nursery provides full day care and/or sessional childcare for children aged 0-5 years to help working parents or those looking for a pre-school option for their child. You are welcome to use your Norfolk or Suffolk County Council funded hours (including eligible 2 year olds) with us. We accept childcare vouchers.

In 2011, Ditchingham Day Nursery became part of The Benjamin Foundation and by choosing our nursery to care for your child, you are also supporting our wider work with children, young people and families.

Why choose Ditchingham Day Nursery?

• Rated GOOD by Ofsted • Safe and secure environment in an idyllic rural setting • Accredited Forest School staff lead exciting outdoor activities on site

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• Our own cook lovingly prepares healthy home-style foods for all tastes.

• The Bunny Room (0-2), Hedgehog Room (2-3) and Owl Room (3+), offer a spacious indoor learning environment.

• Excellent communication: parents are updated with daily progress using the latest technology • Open from 07:30am to 6pm (charges by the hour), 50 weeks of the year.

Call our friendly team on 01986 895091 or email: teresa.moate@benjaminfoundation.co.uk to arrange an informal visit or ask any question.

You can also visit our website

www.benjaminfoundation.co.uk/ditchingham-day-nursery

Or find us on Facebook, Ditchingham Day Nursery

Ditchingham Day Nursery All Hallows Convent, Belsey Bridge Road, Ditchingham, NR35 2DT

Registered Charity No: 1124936 Company No: 3825425 Ofsted NO: EY437684

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Social Action Social action is as much about small acts of kindness and a willingness to make a difference, to an individual or a larger group of people as it is of larger more structured activities such as volunteering at your local charity shop or food bank.

The Benjamin Foundation specifically values the social action involvement of young people. In the last few months alone, the young people that we support have attended the Norfolk show, raised money for the Meet-Up café in Thetford, organised and implemented a community prom and presented to a group of peers taking part in the National Citizen Service (NCS)

Through these events, our young people have made a huge contribution and difference within their communities. They have also improved their own skills and increased their confidence, self-esteem and belief in their abilities to make a difference.

Benjamin’s Boating Weekend Saturday 15th to Monday 17th October 2016

There is still time to hire a boat and take part in Benjamin’s Boating weekend.

Ferry Marina in Horning has donated its entire fleet of 31 holiday cruisers which ranges from two to 10 berth, to us for the weekend. Businesses, families and individuals are invited to book a boat, for themselves, colleagues or young people supported by The Benjamin Foundation, to enjoy a weekend break on the Norfolk Broads. Every penny they pay will come directly to us.

For more details and to book a boat to support The Benjamin Foundation during Benjamin’s Boating Weekend from Saturday 15th to Monday 17th October 2016, please contact: chris.elliott@benjaminfoundation.co.uk or 01603 883933.

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WORLD HEART DAY

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World Heart Day 29th September 2016

Medical research charity, Heart Research UK, believes life is for living and living it to the full.

Coronary heart disease is the UK’s single biggest killer, but fortunately a significant number of cases are preventable and the charity’s priority is to stop people getting the condition in the first place.

With such a wide variety of healthy options available nowadays, there’s no better time to kick start your future with a healthier attitude. From healthy food options, low cost gyms, nutritional labelling on food and smoking restrictions, the support is out there and Heart Research UK is urging people to focus on their health, not just now but into the future. Your health is, after all, the most important thing you’ll ever own.

World Heart Day, on 29 September 2016, is the world’s biggest platform for raising awareness and funds for heart disease and Heart Research UK is encouraging all people of all ages to find out what they can do to love their hearts and power their lives. It's easy to give your heart the care it deserves, and with just a few simple steps such as eating more healthily, cutting down on alcohol and stopping smoking, you can improve your heart health and overall well-being.

Heart Research UK is asking the nation to get its thinking caps on and plan something for World Heart Day to help spread the health message.

Whether you organise a healthy bake off, a sponsored Step-a-Thon, a 5 aside football match, a static bike ride, skydive or even a sponsored weight loss, the charity can support you with ideas, advice and all you need to make a success of your World Heart Day activity.

Why not plan your World Heart Day at work, with friends, in your local community or with your family, anything goes and the more the merrier.

Heart Research UK truly believes that money raised locally should be spent back in the communities it was raised. Its mission is to always spend money locally, helping hearts near you.

If you believe we should be a health conscious country, with a healthy attitude to exercise and diet, then get in touch to help Heart Research UK on its journey to get Britain healthier.

Please call 0113 234 7474, email: community@heartresearch.org.uk or visit: www.heartresearch.org.uk/events/whd for lots of ideas and inspiration. #worldheartday

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GRAND NORWICH DUCK RACE

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Queen Bouducka Wins The Grand Norwich Duck Race It was back at the beginning of the year when we decided along with Jill Watkinson of The Space, that we would enter a duck into the Grand Norwich Duck Race.

The name was an easy choice and Bouducka with a play on words fitted the duck theme. Sally Adams the artist of Bouducka, translated our ideas into a reality. Flowing red curls, armour, finished off with its very on chariot and tribe of 13 ducklings! (provided by www.justducks.co.uk) The first time we saw the duck she looked amazing, Sally had excelled herself, she was everything we had imagined and more.

On the day of the event there was a bit of banter about who would win, Bouducka was even blessed by the Mayor of Norwich. We never for one minute believed she would actually win. With 121 entries we thought there wouldn’t be any chance.

Pictured (left to right): Queen Bouducka, Artist Sally Adams, Owner Of Iceni Magazine Colin Jeffery

Queen Bouducka Training For The Big Race

We watched as she floated off down the river Wensum, getting caught up in the throng of other ducks, drifting over to where we were standing (probably to say hello) before she fell over, we thought for sure that her chance had grown wings and flown.

Shortly after the crowds started clapping signifying the end of the race and we looked around trying to find out who the winner was. It was Michael Rooney from Break who told us that the winner ‘was Bouducka’ but he had no idea that it was our entry.

In shock, we headed to the bridge for confirmation.

Dumbfounded doesn’t cover our feelings. We had won the duck race! Queen Bouducka has raced to victory shortly after being righted from her fall. A true warrior she fought off the competition and won!

To find out more information about Break, visit: www.break-charity.org and for more information on the Grand Norwich Duck Race email: sarah.bunn@break-charity.org

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Pictured: (left) Artist Sally Adams, (centre) Queen Bouducka, (right) Callum Jeffery (Junior Iceni #2)

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NEW JAZZ CLUB

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New Jazz Club For East Anglia Launches At The Park Hotel, Diss 29th September 2016

With the saxophone star of Jools Holland’s Rhythm and Blues Orchestra DEREK NASH and the CHRIS INGHAM TRIO In a co-promotion between Diss Corn Hall and Suffolk-based jazz musician Chris Ingham, East Anglia’s newest jazz club launches at the Park Hotel, Diss at 8pm on Thursday 29th September with the fabulous saxophonist Derek Nash accompanied by the acclaimed Chris Ingham Trio.

One of hottest, funkiest saxophone players on the scene, Derek won a UK Best Jazz Album Award for Joyriding (2012) while his latest You’ve Got To Dig It To Dig It, You Dig? (2015) has received stupendous reviews. He is known for his effervescent and exciting music which incorporates straight-ahead swinging jazz, deep blues and New Orleans grooves, with many other musical stops along the way.

The Chris Ingham Trio has been the house band at the hugely successful jazz nights at the Hunter Club in Bury St Edmunds for six years and look forward to bringing the same spontaneity and excitement to Diss Jazz Club.

Though no strangers to playing with Derek (indeed Nash rates the trio as “one of the best bands to play with”), much of what occurs on the stand is a one-off event. “The musicians rely on their shared language, repertoire and musical instincts to create impromptu art and spur-of-the-moment entertainment,” says Chris. “Audiences are delighted to witness it happening before their very ears. They feel part of a genuinely unique event.”

The second Diss Jazz Club event on 17th November will feature acclaimed singer Joanna Eden when she salutes her vocal heroine Ella Fitzgerald.

It’ll be a memorable evening full of music, anecdote infused with the spirit of the First Lady of Song.

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THE ZSEA DINNER PARTY

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Enjoy Good Food And Great Conservation We all love sharing good food with our friends and family, well now we can and help save some of the worlds most endangered animals at the same time thanks to a new campaign from the Zoological Society of East Anglia (ZSEA).

The ZSEA Dinner Party Weekend is taking place on 14th-16th October and so local people are being asked to invite their friends for dinner and put their cooking skills (good or bad) to the test.

By signing up at dinnerparty.org.uk, not only will you receive a fundraising pack which includes recipes from top local chefs. Place cards and fun and games, you will also be entered in to a prize draw to win lunch for two at the Great House, Lavenham.

Salmon and Potato Roulad Credit: The Great House, Lavenham

Recipes have been provided from an eclectic mix of regional chefs, from Fran Hartshorne, the Head Chef at the White Horse, Brancaster, Chris Coubrough from Flying Kiwi Inns and Regis Crepy from The Great House Hotel and Restaurant in Lavenham, all restaurants that are rated as some of the best in our area, by visitors and reviewers alike.

So why not whip up some inspiration and design a dinner to help this fantastic cause? The variety of suggested menus provided match almost all cooking abilities- and there is no reason that you couldn’t just cook your own signature dishes anyway.

Michael Kitching, (pictured left) the Head of Fundraising for the Society said “I hope that local people across Norfolk will get behind the campaign, the Zoological Society is one of Norfolk’s special secrets, working and funding work all over the world to help protect wildlife and the environment.”

“As a Society we are now in our fourth year of operation. Funding we have provided has led to breakthroughs such as specially protected areas for Snow Leopards in Mongolia and the breeding of critically endangered Vultures & Tigers. We also provide expertise around the world, with our conservation staff regularly involved in work both in the UK and overseas.”

“By hosting a dinner party with friends, participants will be making a personal and direct impact on some of the worlds most endangered species.”

To sign up visit: dinnerparty.org.uk or call 01953 715371 today.

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THURSFORD

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Back With A Bang, Britain’s Biggest Christmas Extravaganza Returns For The 40th Year

· The Thursford Christmas Spectacular is the largest Christmas extravaganza in Britain · 5,000 visitors a day descend on Norfolk’s Tiny Village of Thursford to see the show and take a trip on Santa’s Magical Journey · 130 performers from London’s West End and across Europe will star in the spectacular show · 1,000 ostrich feathers and over 10,000 rhinestones are used in the show-stopping performance

On November 10th, the Thursford Christmas Spectacular opens its doors to the public; a traditional show for families young and old, the Christmas Spectacular is one of Britain’s hottest tickets and gives visitors the chance to watch West End performers in the picturesque setting of Thursford, Norfolk.

This year is extra special as Thursford celebrates its 40th year of the show: in 1977, the Thursford Collection hosted a small carol concert to a crowd of around 50 people. The idea was to raise additional funds to support the upkeep of its steam engines, fairground rides and gondolas.

During the intervening years, the small concert has developed into the largest Christmas extravaganza in Britain, which attracts around 180,000 visitors throughout the festive period, more than the 135,000 tickets sold for this year’s Glastonbury Festival.

The spectacle is a three-hour performance delivering an extravaganza of non-stop singing, dancing, music, humour and variety. The show has a cast of 130 professional singers, dancers and musicians who collaborate on 85 different routines. The result is a fast moving

celebration of the festive season featuring an eclectic mix of both seasonal and year round favourites for every age.

Alongside the festive fun of the Christmas Spectacular Thursford also offers an unforgettable experience for children to visit Santa Claus on Santa’s Magical Journey.

On the magical journey, they can meet the friendly penguins, polar bears and Santa’s elves who offer a helping hand on the way to Santa’s grotto, where he is waiting with a special gift.

Watch out for the Snowman family though, they are accurate at throwing snowballs!

Christmas Spectacular Ticket prices range from £30 to £40 and party rates are available for bookings of 20+ people. Tickets can be booked online or via telephone at: · Online Booking: https://www.eticketing.co.uk/ thursfordchristmasspectacular · Booking Office: 01328 878 477 Website: http://www.thursford.com/

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THE ANONYMOUS TEACHER

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Bullying In Schools Article By The Anonymous Teacher Bullying in primary schools between children is a common occurrence and policies should be put in place to try to minimise the number of cases.

Most children have regular PSHE (personal, social and health education) lessons in school, encouraging them to become independent individuals and with a good moral grounding. Teachers deal with many fallings out during the school year: name calling, violence, spitefulness, picking on, differences and so on.

Something often unspoken is teachers themselves being the bullying- perpetrators. It’s not a comfortable topic given teachers are role models to our most precious commodities – our children.

Experiencing all of this and knowing how horrendous pupils on the receiving end feel, why then are some teachers hideous bullies themselves? I can’t even begin to come up with an answer to that, but I thought I would share three examples with you.

The Bully of Pupils This teacher constantly asked the child who it was clear would not know the answer to the question, who would not remember the lesson from yesterday, who would not be able to get it right despite constant “Come on, it’s really easy!” This teacher is the marmite teacher – if you like this teacher, then that will be reciprocated; if a dislike is taken to you (for whatever reason), then you will be in for a year of hell. This teacher will divide pupils into groups of idiots and non-idiots… this teacher would have fitted in perfectly a century ago perhaps. This teacher is the one that parents complain heavily about, but manages to escape any comeuppance time and time again. This teacher is a hideous bully and everyone knows it.

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hated a colleague from the word go because she got the job and the bully didn’t. This teacher would disagree with the colleague’s every suggestion and got the senior leadership team on board. This teacher made the colleague’s life hell by deleting her work the day before Ofsted were due in; by spreading lies about her and her ability to teach; by playing the victim; by doing everything possible to eventually make the colleague leave. The cycle then began again… and the senior leadership team refused to do anything at all about it because “the teacher has been ill”.

The Bully who is also Headteacher This teacher is one who abuses the position of power and authority. This teacher acts in ways you would expect a child to: ignoring teachers who are not in favour, refusing to even say ‘Good Morning’, turning away from teachers when questions are asked. This teacher has overall responsibility for the wellbeing of hundreds of children and many staff members too.

This teacher calls meetings and drags in poor teachers who have done nothing wrong (that they are aware of until they are told about the meeting with half an hour’s notice) without opportunity to contact a union representative or other form of support. This teacher twists everything which is said. This teacher lies.

This teacher is the most dangerous of all because of the power.

So, there you have it: three different types of bullies who happen to be teachers too. I am sure that they exist in all walks of life, but it astounds me that stories like those above happen time and time again within a profession which is supposed to be caring, nurturing and positive.

Can bullying really be stamped out if ‘role models’ like the examples given above are working with children so frequently? I am not so sure.

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FUEL STUDIOS

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E C A P S K R O NEW W S ’ H C I W R O N FUELS R O T C E S E V I CREAT - Fuel Studios brings new buzz to trendy Norwich Lanes Fuel Studios, located in the buzzing Norwich Lanes district has opened its doors for business, to become a vibrant hub in the heart of the city for the tech and media sectors.

Over the past six months, the tired office building has undergone extensive refurbishment by creative workspace developer TCN in response to growing demand for modern and inspirational office space by the city’s burgeoning digital and creative industries.

The building has been transformed into contemporary workspace, ranging to suit small to medium sized companies, all benefitting from a collaborative environment where occupiers are encouraged to share ideas and innovation.

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The creative atmosphere, stimulating design and various meeting areas are designed to facilitate this interaction between businesses.

Amongst the first tenants to move into Fuel Studios, including Lee Nash Creative, Wavelength Films Limited and Dancing Yak Productions, are recent arrivals J&S Jewellery and The Nor-Folk Limited.

Jenny Laslett, co-founder of J&S Jewellery, chose Fuel Studios for its great location. She comments, “It feels fresh and exciting to be located in the heart of Norwich, especially next to the cool Norwich Lanes shopping area. Light, airy and modern, Fuel Studios has provided us with the perfect space and location for a number of aspects of our business.”

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Fiona Burrage, co-founder of clothing and accessories brand The Nor-Folk, says that the collaborative atmosphere in Fuel Studios, something that was absent from other office spaces, was a big motivator in choosing Fuel Studios. She said, “We partner with lots of independent businesses as and when we need to. Our friends and the developers of our own website, Hyper Pixel moved here first and being in close proximity to them was really important.

I am sure we will continue to collaborate with other businesses here, over the coming years.”

Toby Bidwell, COO of TCN comments: “Norwich is emerging as an exciting location for business.

The speed with which Fuel Studios has attracted innovative businesses demonstrates that there is a real appetite for collaborative enterprise space in the city. We are pleased to have created a thriving environment for small companies and entrepreneurial start-ups in particular, to connect and engage with like-minded people”.

With a proven track record for identifying potential in challenging buildings and emerging locations, TCN spotted an opportunity to acquire the building, and were fast to identify Norwich as a business destination. The 2015 Tech Nation report by Tech City UK highlighted the emergence of Norwich as a business centre, with a 21 per Twitter: @icenimagazine

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cent increase in new digital companies over the previous three years. The strong supply of creative graduates coming out of two local universities is another driver behind the recent growth in the creative industries in the area.

TCN are also working in conjunction with Norwich University of Arts and their ‘Ideas Factory’, which provides incubator space to current and past students looking to start up and grow creative and digital businesses. The University will provide support to the new companies and there are ongoing discussions with TCN to establish connections to assist all businesses in the region with networking and collaboration for funding, knowledge sharing and growth opportunities.

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SOCIAL MEDIA

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How To Get Your Business Listed On Google Local

Article by Paul Kirk

or just want to claim your maps listing here’s the process

It’s important to ensure that your business can be found on Google Local searches and the easiest way to do this is to set up a Google MyBusiness account and best of all it’s completely free.

1. Login/Register - Go to Google MyBusiness https://www.google.co.uk/business/ and click on ‘Get on Google’ button if you’re new to Google or click the ‘Sign in’ option if you’ve already got a Google account for your business (i.e. Gmail or Google Analytics) or previously had a Google Places for Business or Google+ Pages Dashboard for your business. (See image 1)

By adding your business to Google MyBusiness you’ll be enabling it to be found on Google Local (Maps), Google+ and more get more trusted listings within Google search results.

If you already have a Google account for your business (i.e. Gmail or Google Analytics) you can use those login details when registering for Google MyBusiness or create a new account. If you previously had a Google Places for Business or Google+ Pages Dashboard you’ll have been upgraded already but if you’re new to Google PAGE

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1 2. Search - Enter your business name and address in the Search Box. Hopefully you won’t see your business already listed (see ‘Note’ overleaf) so just click on the ‘Add your Business’ option at the bottom of the suggested business to begin entering your business details.

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Note: If your business has already been registered and appears in the search results for the name of your business you might need to get some help to confirm yourself as the owner by using one of the options here https://support. google.com/business/answer/4566671

2 3. Enter your business address/contact details - It’s important to ensure that you enter all your business details - name, address & contact information accurately and honestly as the address you use here should become your default address across the web, online directories, social media etc. Consistency is very important - if you don’t believe me try searching for your business on MozLocal https://moz. com/local/overview that’ll show you all your current address listing variations.

4. Category Selection - Near the bottom of the ‘Add your business’ form, you’ll have to pick a category that accurately describes your business. Google has predefined categories so as you start typing it’ll display options. If you see one that matches what you do, select it. If

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not, try using a different term to describe your business - think about what someone else might use to search for you on the web and try that. It’s vital you get a category as close to what you do as possible as Google will use this to classify your business and display it in relevant ‘category’ search result pages. (See image 3) 5. Verify Your Business - Once completed Google will ask that the business is verified before the listing will become live. Annoyingly this is usually done by a postcard sent through the mail (to the business address you entered previously) with a verification PIN which can take between 1-2 weeks to arrive! On the odd occasion you might get the option to receive the PIN by text or automated phone call. If you’re given either of these options do them as the amount of times those postcards get ‘lost’ is amazing and it can be really frustrating and slow to get new ones!

6. Confirm your Business and set up a Google+ Page - Once you’ve received your verification PIN log back into Google MyBusiness and continue the process by entering the PIN. You’ll have 30 days before the PIN sent becomes obsolete and you’d need to then re-apply.

Once you’ve verified your listing you’ll be asked to review the details and add additional information like your contact information, business description (this now has to be entered via your Google+ page), opening hours, website URL and more. I’d strongly recommend adding photos and your opening times as these are all displayed in search results! Once you’re happy, click on ‘Finished editing’ and there you have it your own Google listing on Google Local (Maps).

Summary - Google is constantly tweaking it’s services so don’t expect these steps to be set in stone forever. Check the Google blog or Google MyBusiness updates on any changes to this process.

I hope this quick rundown of getting your business on Google Maps helps and if you need any help with your website, social media or search listing please get in touch with me at http://paulkirkdesign.co.uk or at @PKirk_designer PAGE

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NIBBLES & TIPPLES

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Nibbles & Tipples Article By Cheryl Cade

Great British Beer Festival

As I write this the sun is shining and I have a light crisp lager to quench my thirst.

It is during the summer that I truly realise how lucky I am to live in this region, the reason being, that right now we are in the height of the beer festival season and if you are a dedicated beer or cider drinker you could visit a beer festival every weekend from April to November. In fact, I have just returned from the Great British Beer Festival in which the local Brewery, Golden Triangle (brewer Kevin Tweedy) won Gold for his delightfully hoppy pale ale - Mosaic City.

For a few weeks before that I was judging at the World Beer Awards (WBA) and the International Beer Challenge (IBC). The WBA saw two of our local brewers winning medals, Lacons (brewer Wil Wood) winning with their Encore & Legacy, and Redwell (brewer David Jones) with their Kofra Stout (which is Gluten Free) in the specialty class.

There are a range of festivals I visit that include a good range of food and music to boot. In September Pork Stock will be on my list of must attend festivals. August is busy with, Wymondham Green Dragon, Panther in Reepham and Dereham and Peterborough. Unfortunately, all falling on same weekend and volunteering at one, I do have

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to do a bit of juggling to which I can attend, but wholeheartedly recommend them for all beer connoisseurs alike.

I will be attending the Norwich Beer Festival in the last week of October, but as I volunteered and running the Foreign Beer Bar, I don’t real have a choice, it’s a hard life! So pop along for a chat over a beer I have spent some time talking about tipples, so let’s talk a bit about some great nibbles.

It had been a long while since I have been to The Old Ram at Tivetshall and I have to say that I was pleased to find that the welcome and food had not changed when I visited recently. Unfortunately, I was faced with my pet hate, PAPER MENU’S that were dirty, but this was my only complaint. My husband selected the veggie-burger and I tried the homemade lasagne. The food was quick, tasty and well presented.

I also recently had Afternoon Tea at The Assembly House in Norwich. You sit in rooms that have seen history being made and you almost feel that you should be wearing something grand. The drinks were unlimited, as were the sandwiches, and a nice touch was that they identified that a couple of my party did not like the salmon sandwiches and changed these to alternative fillings. They also have a Gluten Free choice which was great for those in my party who don’t eat Gluten. By the end of the tea I felt treated to something naughty yet very nice.

Next time we must do the Champagne version.

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Top Tips For Travelling With Your Jewellery You’ve got your euros, your passport and your luggage packed- and it’s holiday time!

Jewellery is often one of the last things to think about, but a little planning in advance can make all the difference.

It might seem obvious, but you should consider leaving at home anything you would really regret losing- extreme temperatures and slippery suntan lotion can do funny things to our bodies and it’s all too easy to leave a ring lying by the side of the sink, or worse, at the bottom of the ocean. We regularly have customers who buy an inexpensive silver band to wear while away, and we think it’s a great idea. Just remember, if you are leaving precious bits and pieces at home, make sure they are locked away safely and be careful who knows you’re away.

When you are packing up your jewellery consider using a travel jewellery case. It keeps everything nice and tidy and offers a lot more protection when you’re sitting on your case fighting with the zip. (We all do it!) We always, always recommend using zip lock bags to pop your jewellery in when travelling. They may look dorky, but they are waterproof and keep the jewellery safe from being affected by humidity- all of which adds up to one quick way to tarnish your jewellery. Yuck!

Remember that hot tubs and pools contain chemicals that can affect plating on jewellery. We would always advise removing your jewellery before going for a dip if you want it to keep its lustre.

Have fun! Holidays are a great time to wear something out of the ordinary and a little more daring than you would perhaps otherwise. Think colour, bigger and bolder!

Happy travelling everyone!

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Pay It Forward A couple of Saturdays ago I was unwell and decided to have an early night. I had only been asleep a couple of hours when I was awoken by noisy neighbours. They were outside talking, it was Above: Keri Beevis gone midnight, and, even though they were several houses away from me, they were being very loud.

This went on for maybe twenty minutes before I could be bothered to get out of bed and close the window, at which point I realised they weren't being noisy for the sake of it and they had an emergency going on. One of their pipes had burst and their house was being flooded. They were both on the phone and were desperately trying to get hold of an out of hours plumber.

I have to say my first reaction was to close the window and leave them to it. There were plenty of other neighbours who lived closer and none of them were helping. I was tired, I was ill, and my hair had already started to morph into that Jon Bon Jovi circa 1985 style it likes to adopt while I sleep. Not my circus, not my monkeys.

Then I remembered about eight years ago I had a similar situation. I had arrived home from work to find water pouring from an outside pipe. As I went into full panic mode one of my neighbours showed up to the rescue and told me about a little screw beneath the toilet in my bathroom which would turn the water off.

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Sod it.

I threw on some clothes, grabbed my screwdriver and headed off down the road.

'Hi, I'm your neighbour,' I announced. 'And I see you're having a problem with your water.'

When they both looked at me, pathetically grateful that someone had shown up to try and help them, I felt the need to point out, 'I'm not a plumber.' You know, just in case they were in any doubt, what with me standing there looking half asleep in my sundress and flip flops, with my Bon Jovi hair and a screwdriver in my hand.

I told them about the little screw behind the toilet and handed over my screwdriver. The guy went to check, while his girlfriend told me how they'd arrived home from a night out to find the burst pipe and the electricity out.

Seconds later her boyfriend appeared looking much calmer than when I'd shown up. 'It worked. Water is off,' he declared triumphantly.

I left them with my screwdriver and some advice about what to do if they needed to flush the toilet, and headed home to bed feeling so happy that I'd intervened.

My neighbour helped me eight years ago (and we went on to be good friends) and now I had helped someone else.

And that is what you call, paying it forward.

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The Diary of a Norfolk Family.

By Mark King Above: Mark King It started as a suggestion. My son's football manager Jim said he was entering the Norwich #RN16 run. I mentioned it, off the cuff, to the wife and she seemed interested in trying it out too.

'It would be a good way to get fit and lose some weight,' throwing the hint my way. I agreed and before I had a chance to back out she was on the internet. 'Shall we do it together?' She asked and I replied with a silent smile.

'How long is it?' I then asked. I swear she told me it was only five kilometres.

That distance seemed achievable so in a fit of unity, I agreed and with that, she duly filled out the online application form for both of us. When I put a posting on Facebook announcing we would both be running the Norwich 5K, my wife replied, rather cheekily, that it was actually the Norwich 10K run.

Then it hit me like a slap across the face. 10K is a proper run, not just a walk around the block, and because I had made it public on my personal Facebook page, there was no way of getting out of it without losing face. Every Monday would come along, and every Monday I would say to myself, ‘this is the week I will start my training.’ Then I got an email from the organisers to say I had to sign a fitness disclaimer and then I looked at the #RN16 race date. There were only ten weeks to go, and I had not run a single mile! Next day I went out and started to pound the streets. Seven days a week, I kept on running further, and faster, with the fear of failure always pushing me on. When the wife picked up the race pack on the Friday before the event, I was able to complete 10K.

route. I kissed the children good bye and we made our way to our starting position. I was not sure if the adrenaline rushing through me were nerves or just plain old excitement. Whatever it was, I was soon running with my head down as the large crowds cheered everyone on.

The first two kilometres were the hardest for me because everyone seemed to be over taking me, but I had made my mind up to keep to my own pace. I had three goals to reach. The first was to finish, the second was not to be the last person over the line, and the third was not to be the last man running. By the four-kilometre mark, I started to overtake my first runners who had shot off in front of me earlier.

By the halfway mark with 3 miles behind us, it was a long slog up Rose Lane and we started to overtake people who had to walk up it.

With just one kilometre to the finish, some runners needed medical attention. I kept to my plan and as the crowds got bigger, the wife and I ran across the finishing line hand in hand as our family stood there cheering us on. The buzz I felt from successfully completing the Norwich 10K is something I hope never to forget. www.always-hanging-around.blogspot.com Follow on twitter: @author_king

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Bouldering At Highball Climbing Centre

Sitting in the carpark outside the warehouse in which Highball climbing centre is situated, I doubted myself.

Taking a deep breath, I got out of my car and walked into Highball and looked around - only to walk straight back out. I was greeted with strong looking men clambering up walls and sporty, fit looking women waiting for their turn.

I am very small and probably what you would call the ‘indoor type’ so I was very nervous about trying out this sport! Bouldering, if you’re not familiar with it, is a type of indoor rock climbing, much like you would imagine but at a slightly lower height and without any ropes or harnesses attached. This means you are reliant on your own strength to keep you attached to that wall! It is this prospect and the sight of all the strong bodies that initially made me walk straight back out of Highball.

I can honestly say that I have never been more pleased that I kicked myself in the butt and gave this activity a go. On entrance (the second time) I spoke to a lovely guy at reception who talked me through the speedy electronic sign up form which was actually new that day and gave me my special bouldering shoes for the night which I changed in to. Whilst waiting for the ‘ladies’ night induction session’, I sat with some other nervous looking women who would be joining me and realised that actually, I was not the only one who wasn’t exactly Tarzan when it came to upper body strength.

After a phone call with my lovely partner for a serious pep talk, I was ready to enter back inside and tackle bouldering head on – I could do this, I go to the gym and I run so why did I think I couldn’t boulder?!

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The actual induction itself was just as it should have been. The lovely woman instructor took us on a tour of the whole place and spoke to us about all the facilities they have on offer, before teaching us the basics of the sport. Highball was busy on this particular night of the induction but the instructor was very attentive and talked us through each individual area, including the health and safety aspects. There are the main bouldering walls which most people use when they visit and these can get very busy. They are straight, tall and have different climbing paths which you recognise by colour and these colours indicate how difficult the route is. There are also some very challenging looking walls which had people virtually upside down whilst they climbed, these have been used for competitions and have been set accordingly (I avoided this wall!). There is a small gym area if you want to build up some strength, a smaller wall which would be great for children (there is no minimum age a child can be if you are supervising them) and all sorts of other areas you can have a go at climbing on. I can honestly say that having gone in there without the foggiest about climbing, I now feel I have enough knowledge to be able to confidently go it alone, as by the end of the session I could climb a reasonably sized wall and not be terrified by the prospect but rather enjoying it!

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They make most things they serve on site and it really does look tasty, something I wasn’t expecting. Alongside this there is a small but well stocked shop selling all of the climbing gear you could possibly need and I am sure that this combined with the climbing crew’s expertise (which is clearly in abundance) Highball climbing centre really is a great place, whether you’re already a fan of the sport or not!

3 days on after my experience at Highball, I won’t lie my arms are still aching and I can really tell I had worked muscles that I didn’t normally use! I will definitely be going back and bringing my friends along so they too can join in. I think we are so lucky to have this great facility in the East of England and more people should know about it!

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There is definitely something for everyone at Highball – there were children climbing, women (as mentioned I was myself on a woman only induction) and also some spectators having a bite to eat. The centre has a lovely eating area which serves smoothies, teapigs tea, all different types of café food and best of all on a Thursday night they make their own stone baked pizzas!

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TURTLE BAY COMES TO NORWICH! Review by Just Hollie

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Thursday nights: normally pretty For those of you old enough like me to remember, it uneventful right?

It’s not quite the weekend yet, it’s a school night and the usual highlight is 7.30 when Jack Branning enters my life again for half an hour. But ohhhhhh no not this week my friend, I went to my first press preview dinner! Ahh! From the second I received the email to the moment my bum hit the seat in the new restaurant in Norwich I could not believe that people actually wanted my opinion on something and went out of their way to get it!

It was a real need to pinch myself moment that I am actually a ‘real’ blogger these days and I love it, so thank you everyone who reads my posts, over the last few months I have loved my start on my writing journey!

ANYWAY, this post isn’t meant to be about me gushing about myself it’s all about the funky little place that is Turtle Bay! I had always heard good things about this particular chain of restaurants, but there hasn’t been one locally before so I haven’t had the chance to check it out unfortunately.

Well let me tell you, it really did not disappoint.

Turtle Bay invested a LOT of money (£800k to be precise) into the newest of their establishments and you really can see where every penny went.

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is in the old ‘Cult’ building in Swan Lane, Norwich.

How many hours I spent in that shop browsing Paul’s Boutique handbags and looking at Superdry hoodies I will never know! On the night I took quite a few pictures, as I REALLY liked the interior, it was as close to the Caribbean as you are going to get in Norfolk! From the smell when you first walk in, the music they have playing (Turtle Bay if you wanna hit me up with a mix tape I would be very appreciative) and then the lashings of rum you will absolutely certainly consume, everything says Jamaica. Their philosophy is ‘Rum Reggae Jerk’, and this really inspires everything they do at Turtle Bay.

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relax, take your time with your visit and stay and soak up the atmosphere. The interior really helps with this too – there are fairy lights and candles everywhere and it is very atmospheric, meaning you really do want to stay for the duration and make a night of it – I can’t imagine this is the sort of place you would go just for a quick drink and leave. In actual fact, it has inspired me to jazz up my garden a bit! We sat in the reclaimed and upcycled VW camper van they have turned into the central seating area and all above us where lights criss-crossing overhead and I think I am going to do the same above my table and chairs outside.

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‘Rum’ is not just rum but every single bloody beautiful cocktail they make and well, a lot of them do contain rum. Whilst at the dinner Thursday night I was lucky enough to try their signature ‘Rum Punch’ and OMG alcoholic but delicious. I was actually driving so Daniel was chief cocktail taster for the evening (he took up this role completely of his own accord, naturally) and I just had a tiny sip of all of them and I will definitely be heading to Turtle Bay for my drinks in future. That being said they did knock me up some fruity mocktails which hit the spot! From 11.30am – 7pm it’s happy hour meaning 2-4-1 cocktails and then from 10pm until close it starts again! I might be wrong, but I reckon that is the best happy hour deal Norwich? We decided our favourite was something called a ‘Jammin’, which is apricot based and comes with a spoonful of apricot jam and is so tasty!

‘Reggae’ is not just for the music, but as I have already said the tunes are a’plenty there! It is more about the relaxed attitude and the Caribbean culture they embrace at Turtle Bay, encouraging you to do the same on your visit. The lovely ‘turtles’ who serve you at the bar and at your table all very much encouraged to help you

Last, but by no means least is ‘Jerk’. This is definitely the most important part of their philosophy as it is all about the food! Where do I even start, it’s like I have so much in my head to write about the food I can’t actually articulate it into words! Chicken.

Spice. Goat. Fresh. Filling. Delicious… You getting the idea? I had a good old look at the menu and there is something for everyone, you don’t HAVE to like hot and spicy food, although in my opinion the best stuff has a kick! We enjoyed a mix of curried goat, rice and beans, Jamaican dumplings, jerk chicken, sweetcorn fritters, hot wings, garlic bread and it was incredible. Everything is flavoured so beautifully and the food doesn’t taste awfully unhealthy as they use fresh ingredients and there are some light delicate flavours. For dessert we had a little platter of everything and I was so suprised! Normally if you went somewhere like this, you wouldn’t expect the desserts to be great, or is it just me? For example if you went to Nandos, you’re after the chicken not a cheesecake.

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there are fairy lights and candles everywhere

So when thinking about the food I might have at this press dinner, dessert didn’t really cross my mind. We had banana cheesecake which is TO DIE FOR, lemon tart, bread and butter pudding and more. It was all so god-damned delicious. It was also slathered in toffee sauce, amazing.

What else did I like, besides the Rum, Reggae, Jerk? Well, the fact that the bar staff seemed really clued up on the cocktails, they just asked what sort of flavours we liked and made drinks accordingly which is great if you are a little overwhelmed by the menu. I also really liked the fact that you can see into the kitchen, something you see more and Twitter: @icenimagazine

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more in new restaurants I have noticed. Finally it was rather nice to see a bit of life in the beautiful building Turtle Bay chose to inhabit! It is a Grade II listed building and the decor is unique to the Norwich branch, Turtle Bay make each one slightly different which is a lovely touch.

So, if you like what you have read, check it out for yourself and don’t forget happy hour!

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JERK SALMON RECIPE

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Jerk Salmon

by Turtle Bay Norwich Rum, reggae and jerk comes to Norwich!

Turtle Bay has opened in Norwich. Their first restaurant in Norfolk brings a brand new, blissful Caribbean dining and drinking experience to the people of Norwich!

The concept celebrates the lively, colourful, soulful and, above all, delicious experiences that the Caribbean has to offer - from explosive flavours to laid back ‘liming’.

As well as their famous jerk chicken, curried goat and gorgeous rum cocktails, dishes like their Jerk Salmon are brimming with flavor as well as being a little lighter for a summer’s evening…

Equipment: Sharp Knife | Chopping Board | Mixing Bowl | Non-stick frying pan | Spatula or fish slice Ingredients: (Serves 2)

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Jerk Salmon with Pineapple Salsa Pineapple Salsa: 2 x Fresh Pineapple slices | 1 x Spring Onion | 150 gms Cucumber Âź Scotch Bonnet Pepper -finely diced (optional) | 3 x Mint Leaves 3 x Coriander Leaves

Method: 1. Place non-stick frying pan on the solid top & wait until pan is hot and slightly smoking, add a little oil 2. Place Salmon Fillets skin side down in Flour 3. Pat excess Flour off with your hand 4. Place the Salmon skin down into hot frying pan & leave it to cook for 30 secs 5. Brush Jerk Seasoning on the Salmon flesh 6. Place into oven & cook for 8-12 mins 7. Meanwhile, for the Pineapple Salsa, cut the Pineapple slices and cucumber into small chunks 8. Finely slice the spring onion and place into a mixing bowl 9. Add the finely chopped scotch bonnet (optional) mint & coriander leaves and mix together 10. Remove Salmon from oven & leave to rest 11. Brush the skin side of the salmon evenly with Butter 12. Sprinkle Sea Salt evenly over Salmon 13. Remove from pan using a spatula or fish slice and place onto a plate.

14. Serve pineapple salsa over the salmon and your choice of side salad, garnish & Lime Serve with salad and sweet potato mash.

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PARENTS, CHILDREN & PETS

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Parents, Children And Pets

By Susan Leigh Susan Leigh - Counsellor and Hypnotherapist, works with stressed individuals to promote confidence and self-belief.

With both individual and teams of business clients to support their health and motivation levels.

Yet another parent has recently appeared in the media to discuss his reasons for wanting to agree a contract with his children before allowing them to have a pet. No doubt parents up and down the country are ruefully smiling as they say through gritted teeth, 'good luck with that, we've been there, tried it, got the t-shirt!'

A contract, though, can be a great idea in principle. Children will initially agree to anything in order to achieve their desired goal. But an animal, whether it be a pony, dog, cat or guinea pig, needs time, attention and looking after, with some being more demanding than others.

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Sitting to discuss the ground rules and outline a contract allows time for becoming clear about what's entailed in regularly living with a pet.

Feeding, grooming, exercising and cleaning cages, water bowls or litter trays all require consistent input, yet it's the case that the parent becomes the fall back guy, relied upon to take up the slack when fun, friends and other interests become too distracting.

A contract requires both parties to sit down together to discuss and negotiate the areas of responsibility, followed by signatures once it's been agreed. Doing this can be a valuable way of focusing the child's mind on what's expected

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of him/her, with any penalties that may be incurred. Displaying the contract prominently can then provide an ongoing reminder, a point of reference should standards start to slip.

Having responsibilities, caring for others and showing respect are important for children to learn at an early age. I often hear of teachers who express their disappointment at parents who are too busy or distracted to teach children about consideration, selflessness and commitment.

They complain that oftentimes parents leave it to their children's teachers to do their job for them.

So having children look after a pet on a regular basis, even when it's raining, is an unpleasant task or is time-consuming is a crucial lesson for life. A contract can provide a clear reminder of what was agreed during the initial enthusiasm and promises made pre-pet.

And a pet can add significantly to a child's life. There are many accounts of children whose mental and physical development was noticeably enhanced after a pet came into their lives. The benefits can be life changing.

Dogs especially, don't judge and are often persistent in their demands, wanting stroking and attention, giving unconditional love. They constant presence enables them to become a child's loyal, inseparable companion, sometimes becoming their one true friend in life. This can be especially important if the child feels lonely, different, shy or awkward.

Some children will tell their pet everything, so that it becomes their trusted confidante. They may feel comfortable about sharing their secrets, their distress at a family divorce or death, open up about their upset over a situation at home, problems at school and find it easy to disclose their inner fears, anxieties and concerns.

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The benefits can be life changing having a burial service or ritual can be an important lesson. They learn about grief and its associated emotions..

However, if there's any doubt about a child's ability to sustain interest in years of commitment to an animal it's important to reconsider carefully in advance. Or it may be that a very young child is unable to fully understand how to treat an animal properly, would be rough with it or irritated at having to look after it and would take his/her frustrations out on it. Animals have very few ways of protecting themselves; their options tend to be biting, snarling and scratching which then result in the pet being punished.

Education is important and it might be useful, prior to pursuing the pet route, to volunteer at an animal shelter, borrow someone else's pet to walk and look after or even sponsor something exotic at the nearest zoo and then visit regularly. There are even virtual pets that demand attention and regularly remind their owner of their presence. A child may soon realise that they're not that interested in having a pet longterm. One of these options might be a more viable alternative, at least at first.

It may be that a pet becomes a child's first experience of death and loss. Going through the death of a much-loved pet and learning to deal with it by asking questions and perhaps Twitter: @icenimagazine

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MARK THOMPSON

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Lakin McCarthy proudly present:

MARK THOMPSON

Spectacular Science Show

Saturday 24 September 2pm Botesdale Village Hall, IP22 1BZ With twenty years experience in observational astronomy, Mark Thompson has an expert and highly entertaining ability to bring complex scientific concepts to everyone. As co-presenter on RTS Award nominated show Stargazing LIVE, a regular face on The One Show and Alan Titchmarsh Show along with regular contributions for Discovery News’ website he brings the image of astronomy into the 21st Century with a bang. Mark hits the road with his show Spectacular Science Show this Autumn.

Spectacular Science Show You think Science is boring, think again; this is science like you have never seen before. Designed for children of six years and up, the brand new Spectacular Science Show explores the strange and magical properties of matter with exploding elephant’s toothpaste, vortex-generating dustbins, dancing paste, vanishing beakers and even exploding Pringle tubes!

TV astronomer and author Mark Thompson has been enthralling audiences for over many years with his fascinating journeys around the Universe. Now he is turning his infectious enthusiasm to things a little closer to home with this brand new show to be enjoyed by children and grown-ups alike.

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British Wild Flower Plants As summer turns to autumn, many of our favourite summer wildflowers have gone to seed, their colourful petals have fallen and now our country lanes are mostly hues of greens.

But, if you keep your eyes open you can see some of the late bloomers among the overgrown brambles and nettles that crowd the footpaths and forest edges.

Here at the British Wild Flower Plants a few of the Norfolk natives we have in stock are adding some very welcome late-summer colour to the nursery. Species such as small scabious, autumn hawkbit and wild basil are still in flower, offering nectar and pollen to insects such as Bumblebee queens, which feed heavily during this time of year, storing enough fat to last through winter.

This is also an exciting time of year for us: it is when we go hunting...hunting for wild seed that is. On go our wellies, out come the secateurs, and (with landowner permission) we scout for good sources of wild seed to supplement our nursery stock.

As we know where all our seed comes from, we can supply wildflowers of suitable origin for the many conservation projects we work on. Be it creating new wetlands in Norfolk, or growing wild strawberry plants for butterflies in Warwickshire, we are very proud when our plants are used to help restore our wild countryside.

So enjoy the last of the native wildflowers while you can, and remember, it won’t be long until the first of the snowdrops and dog’s mercury will be poking up through the frosty ground, once again painting the woodland floor with a palette of winter colour.

And if you enjoy seeing these wildflowers out in the countryside, why not add some to you garden this autumn to make it that bit more wild come spring.

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WOMEN IN BUSINESS

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Women In Business In July 2014, seven women who had completed a government- funded business course in South Norfolk were invited by their tutor to form a group to discuss their business concerns.

Using the concept of Action Learning, a tried and trusted method of problem-solving, the group started meeting monthly to work through their issues. Now, two years on, they still meet every month and continue to offer each other invaluable support.

This month, we hear from bookkeeper and accountant Dee Youngman, who is based in South Norfolk. Dee has a wealth of experience in the world of tax, accounts and bookkeeping.

I’m Dee Youngman and I run DYBookkeeping and Accounting services.

My background includes more than 20 years working in tax and accountancy before a seven-year spell as a school business manager. However, gradually, the appeal of working for myself grew and I refreshed my key skills by taking a number of bookkeeping and accounts courses before starting my practice in 2014.

My approach is flexible and I'm happy doing a variety of work for different people and businesses according to their needs. Some people just want the self-assessment tax return or VAT return taken care of; others want the annual accounts, bookkeeping and all their business needs looked after.

The most important aspect of my work is having a great relationship with my clients, getting to know their business and helping them to succeed or, in some cases, taking away the fear of HMRC and the dreaded tax return. I particularly like working with rural-based, one-man or one-woman businesses, which are doing something “different”. I work from South Norfolk but am happy to travel to other areas, including Norwich.

Some people have asked me about my USP - my unique selling point - and why am I different from other accountants. To be honest I am lost for words - I think I do the same as everyone else. But one of my clients came up with an interesting observation. She said that I have distinctive form of “counselling accountancy” which, she said, came from being a good listener.

Another couple tell me that they never worry about asking me anything as I will never make them feel uncomfortable. There is, however, one thing I will admit to – and that is trying to deliver the very best service that I can.

If you would like to have a chat - telephone me on 01508 535989 or email at: dee@dybookkeeping.co.uk.

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INTERVIEWED

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Alex Brundle Interviewed

By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Journalist Tweeting @carwriteups Twenty-five-year-old Alex Brundle is a British racing driver and son of former F1 driver and pundit Martin Brundle. He grew up in Kings Lynn, Norfolk and will be racing for British endurance racing team JOTA Sport (G-Drive Racing) in the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) for the remainder of the 2016 season.

Did you always want to be a racing driver? How much did your dad, Martin Brundle, inspire you to develop your career? It was certainly the obvious choice for me growing up. From

the age of 2 or 3 I watched my dad compete in Formula One and race at Le Mans, and although I’m not sure I fully understood the consequences at the time, I could see how much his successes meant to him and the whole family. So I guess it was that, combined with a real interest in cars and racing of all descriptions, which got me into it. It certainly helped that I was that kid who excelled at all sports at primary school too!

Can you remember the first time you drove a racing car? If so, how old were you and what was it like? I started off my racing career the normal way that most racing drivers do by karting, but it

wasn’t until age 14 when I got my first taste of driving an actual ‘racing car’. I remember the experience quite vividly, and at the time although I enjoyed it there was just so much to take in. I was racing in a 2L Ford engine saloon in the T-Cars series, testing for the first time at Bedford Autodrome and I just remember thinking that the circuit was massive.

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How do you cope with knowing that motorsport is a dangerous/possibly life threatening sport? ‘To be honest, I like to try and just put it to the back of my mind and tell myself that those things won’t happen to me. I’ve been in a few races before where tragedies have occurred and you just try not to associate the two. All you can do is make sure you do your absolute best to prepare yourself, so the risk is kept to a minimum.

If you hadn’t got into racing what would you be doing now? Now you’ve got me stumped.

I studied business at university so some people had suggested going down that route, or even drama school. No complaints on my front with where I am now though. I wouldn’t have it any other way!

Aside from Lotus, do you think your Dad helped get Norfolk on the motor racing map?

Do you feel like you are both ‘ambassadors’ for the county? That’s not for me to decide, but I’d

certainly like to think we’re both carving out a reputation for the county! Motorsport fans know us both, and Dad actually has a corner named after him at our home track, Snetterton, which is pretty cool. With Dad on Sky F1 for the Grand prix punditry week in week out it’s great to hear the Norfolk accent on the big stage, and we’re both extremely proud of our Kings Lynn roots!

How is your career shaping up so far? Who manages you? It’s going from strength to strength

right now, so I’m pretty excited for the future. It was an honour to get on the podium at Le Mans back in 2013 where my team finished 2nd, and for me that has definitely been the highlight so far. With that in mind, it’s great to have just signed a contract to race for JOTA Sport, as part of their G-Drive Racing team in the World Endurance Championship (WEC) for the 2016 season. The team won Le mans in 2014 so I’m excited to join what is a great line up of drivers.

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What are your current plans, and plans for the future? I made my debut for JOTA Sport on

July 24th at the Nurburgring in Germany in what turned out to be a tough weekend. We were fastest in every session and holding a commanding lead in the LMP2 class, but unfortunately we experienced a gearbox issue and had to retire the car. Despite the setback, there were plenty of positives to take from the weekend, and we’ll look to comeback stronger on September 3rd for our next race which will be 6 hours at the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez circuit in Mexico. In terms of the future, I have already shown pace and aptitude in endurance racing, and really just want to continue carving out a reputation for myself in the sport.

Do you see yourself as privileged to be able to pursue this career? Absolutely! It’s an expensive

career to pursue in its original guise, but that’s not say everyone shouldn’t try it. I’d encourage anyone to get down to their local karting track give it a go and get started. Corporate sponsorship is a massive help in motor racing and if you can prove yourself and gain this kind of support, who knows where it could take you.

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What advice do you have for any youngster wanting to do what you do one day? Honestly

just to get involved at the basic level, and see what direction it takes you in. There are so many young, talented, well-prepared drivers these days coming up through the junior single seater ranks that I’m the one that should be looking over my shoulder to watch out they don’t arrive on my doorstep - they’re doing just fine! I just hope for others to be able to share the same enjoyment and passion for motor racing.

Does it bother you that your Dad’s name is out there and might overshadow yours? Early

on, I must admit the pressure was detrimental to my performance, but I think for me it was really about putting things into perspective. I had to appreciate that my Dad raced in a completely different era, with different cars and different competitors. I think you’ve just got to focus on carving out your own path, and I believe I’m doing just that having already established myself at the World Sportscar Championship level. That’s not to say, however, that Dad hasn’t been hugely influential along the way in helping to secure opportunities through the contacts he has in the sport, and to give me advice from time to time.

Do you see yourself going down the commentator route one day too? Yes, I do. I’ve actually

already started! I’ve been part of ITV’s coverage team for the Formula E championships, as well as commentating for Radio Le Mans as part of their coverage of the WEC and Spa 24 hours. It’s really cool to be able to see racing from a different perspective, and I’ve found it to be a really fun experience all-round so far.

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MOTORING REVIEW

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Motoring Journalist, Tim Barnes-Clay, looks at two similarly priced ‘crossover’ vehicles. Read his Mitsubishi Outlander and Subaru Outback reviews and decide for yourself which one is the best.

Mitsubishi Outlander 2.2 Di-D GX4

There are all-wheel-drive vehicles and With a resourceful 2.2-litre turbodiesel power unit, the Mitsubishi Outlander offers satisfactory, rather there are die-hard mud-pluggers.

Mitsubishi’s Outlander falls somewhere in-between. The sport utility vehicle (SUV) crossover is too good-looking and well-bred to be thrashed across rocks and through streams every day, but it’s more than able to handle greasy winter roads, dirt tracks and fields. It’s also strong enough to be used as a hearty towing vehicle.

The sturdily-built Outlander addresses the imparity between Mitsubishi’s conformist passenger cars and its committed off-roaders, such as the Shogun and L200. Real-world, adaptable, dynamic, and gratifying enough to drive, the Outlander is as qualified for the school run as it is for tackling offblacktop terrain occasionally.

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than stupefying performance; it takes 10.2 seconds to get from zero to 62mph, while the top speed is 124mph. But, of course, you won’t be buying or leasing a vehicle like this to see how quickly it can get away from the traffic lights.

Fuel economy and low emissions are admirable – with 53.3mpg quoted on the combined cycle. The diesel unit brings with it a selection of two sixspeed transmissions - there’s a manual, which was fitted to my GX4 press demo, or a twin-clutch auto.

The Outlander’s off-road competences are due to its All Wheel Control (AWC) technology. The system is designed to allow the Mitsubishi to tackle all weathers – providing particularly glue-like grip, stability and safety in snow and heavy rain.

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Behind the wheel, the Mitsubishi has a commanding driving position, yet because of its manners and road-holding the Outlander feels more like a car. Comfort behind the multi-function steering wheel is good, being adjustable for rake and reach, while rear seat passengers benefit from good leg and headroom.

And there’s the ‘Fold2Hide’ third row of seats, which simply fold up from the floor to create an additional pair of seats (with incorporated head rests), allowing seven people to travel in comfort.

This does mean boot space is only 128 litres, but with all the rear seats folded, the Outlander offers a maximum 1,608 litres of space – easily enough to take a big load to the tip.

FAST FACTS (2.2 Di-D GX4 tested)

• Max speed: 124 mph • 0-62 mph: 10.2 secs • Combined mpg: 53.3 • Engine: 2268cc four-cylinder 16-valve turbo diesel • Max. power (PS): 147 • Max. towing weight (braked) 2000 kg • CO2: 140 g/km • Price: £31,684

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MOTORING REVIEW

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Subaru Outback 2.5i SE Premium Lineartronic Launched in Britain in 1995 and breeding a new class of vehicle, the Subaru Outback was the planet’s first crossover vehicle, successfully merging the advantages of an estate car with the all-road aptitudes of an SUV. For 20 years the Outback has acted as the Japanese automaker’s leading model in Britain, being applauded for its useful all-road character and cruising capabilities.

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cabin and better safety kit than previous models.

The Outback is also more practical these days.

Boot capacity is 559 litres and entry is gained via a powered tailgate. In addition, a side sill footstep makes for easier access to the car’s factory-fitted roof rails.

As well as an infotainment and sat nav system with seven-inch touch-screen, the Subaru employs collision avoidance tech, contributing to the Outback’s top five-star Euro NCAP crash test safety score.

There are two engines available. There’s a choice between a 2.0-litre turbo-diesel, producing 150 PS, or a 2.5-litre non-turbo petrol, with a power output of 175 PS. The latter is the version I drove, and it comes exclusively with a Lineartronic automatic transmission.

To ensure best-in-class on-road handling, the Outback is fitted with Active Torque Vectoring – effectively braking the inside wheels under cornering, subduing understeer and oversteer, and allowing a more foreseeable course through the twisty bits. The Outback is also very capable off the beaten track, especially with the addition of a

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The Outback is also more practical these days. recently introduced X-Mode control feature on the Lineartronic model.

There are two trim levels available on the Outback SE and SE Premium - which both offer a liberal level of equipment.

My test car was in SE Premium trim and came with a sunroof, keyless entry, smartphone connectivity, leather seats, and a rear view parking camera.

There’s only room for up to five in this car, but the Subaru offers a superbly comfortable ride and a load space, with the rear seats folded, of 1,848 litres.

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ICENI TRAVEL

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Is It Safe To Travel To Turkey?

You may have read reports about the recent bomb attacks and military coup in Turkey, you may be feeling apprehensive about the safety of the country, especially if you are preparing for a holiday there.

A lot of our friends thought we were crazy to still be heading off on our family holiday to Turkey but I had no doubt in my mind that what we would find would be a welcoming culture, fabulous food and a perfect family holiday and boy was I right.

If you head to the tourist resorts then you would have no idea that there had been anything amiss in the country. There is no visible military, though they are about, and the towns are safe and bustling.

Bodrum makes for a fantastic Summer destination. Based on the West Coast of Turkey, this is famous for being the 'windy coast' and you will be so grateful for the afternoon breeze that rolls through and makes the August temperatures much more manageable. I thought, before departing, that we were going to struggle with the heat but it didn't bother us once.

The Bodrum peninsula is fringed with crystal clear water and has a beautiful mountain backdrop.

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There is plenty to do if you can drag yourself away from the All Inclusive resorts, from boat day trips, Turkish baths and Bodrum Town itself.

We stayed at La Blanche Island Resort, a 30 minute drive from Bodrum town. A great family All Inclusive resort new to the British market that I can highly recommend. Located on it's own island peninsula with every room having a gorgeous sea view. Multiple pools, a water park, 2 beaches, 3 restaurants, lots of available water sports and a spa, there was something for everyone.

Bodrum Castle stands proudly in the centre of Bodrum Bay. Housing the Museum of Underwater Archaeology it's high position gives you fantastic views across the surrounding area.

At only ÂŁ10 to get in it's worth the visit.

No matter where you are staying on the peninsula you will find boat trips being offered. There are plenty of different options that you'll be sure to find one that matches your expectations.

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One week was just not long enough!

My personal tip is to avoid the trips that are being touted in town as these tend to be huge boats crammed with tourists and offering mediocre service. Instead head down to the harbour and find one of the independently run boats which may take 10-15 passengers and offer a much more relaxing and authentic experience.

Turgutries market is a well known Saturday markets which holidaymakers and locals flock to see the large array of stalls selling produce, textiles, shoes, souvenirs, bags and much more.

It's a loud and crowded place and get ready to haggle for your bargains.

Turkey is perfect for a great value holiday before the resorts start to close down at the end of September or book early for next year and get the 2016 prices that are still on offer at the moment.

At the end of the day Turkey is a wonderful, accommodating country with fabulous weather and resorts. It's the ideal place for both a family or couples holiday - just make sure you pick the right hotel.

Turkey is desperate to keep it's tourism going and there is no reason for us to be avoiding it.

One week was just not long enough!

The easiest way to get around is by dolomos. These local buses run often between various towns and villages on the peninsula but be prepared to get friendly with the locals as they do like to pack as many people as possible in. Most will have stops outside the big hotels which makes them very easy to use and at a fraction of the cost of a private taxi or hotel organised shuttle. As with any tourist destination you'll find the restaurants and bars lining the harbour and main streets will be pricey. In Bodrum you don't have to venture far from the main thoroughfare to experience good local businesses with non-tourist prices.

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If you have a trip or any holiday plans in mind please do get in touch. www.compass-connections.co.uk 01603 343555.

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Could You Foster A Four-Legged Friend?

Dogs Trust Snetterton appeal for foster carers Dogs Trust Snetterton is appealing to local dog lovers to help homeless hounds in need of a little extra TLC by volunteering to foster a dog as part of the charity’s Home from Home scheme.

The nationwide scheme, which is being rolled out in Norfolk for the very first time, places dogs in foster homes in their local area and gives dogs of all ages, shapes and sizes who might not be coping well in kennels the chance to thrive in a home environment and prepare for family life again.

One of the dogs at Dogs Trust Snetterton currently looking for a foster home is three year old Lurcher Andy who has so far been overlooked during his time at the rehoming centre. Andy is a loveable chap who adores people and loves to play. He is missing his home comforts and will benefit from plenty of one-to-one attention and care in a foster home to help prepare him for when the time comes to embark on the journey to his forever home.

Sarah Abbiss, Home from Home Coordinator at Dogs Trust Snetterton explains just how important the scheme is in helping dogs in need prepare for life in a new home.

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“Whilst most dogs are raring to go when it comes to finding a new home, some dogs need a little more special attention and that’s where fostering comes in. Our Foster Carers offer additional support for dogs who are might have health concerns, may not be enjoying kennel life or just need a little extra one-to-one care. They provide a loving, happy space which gives our dogs the chance to enjoy some home comforts and become better prepared for finding their forever homes when the time comes.”

“Fostering is a wonderful way to enjoy the benefits of having a dog in your life, without having to make a lifelong commitment - plus you get to meet so many doggy personalities along the way. If you are interested in becoming a foster carer, please get in touch as we would love to hear from you! ” If you would like to offer a foster home to any of the wonderful dogs cared for at Dogs Trust Snetterton please call the Rehoming Centre on 01953 497920 or visit: www.dogstrust.org.uk.

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Minke The Smallest UK Baleen Whale The Minke whale (Balaenopte acutorostra) is the smallest baleen whale found around UK waters that occurs regularly in shallow water and close to land.

The upper part are dark grey, often appearing black and the flanks have a soft dark-grey pattern that fades to white on the belly and the underside of the flippers. A distinctive feature, though only seen easily at close range, is a diagonal wire band on the upper flipper surface. When diving, the tail flukes, do not break the surface.

A typical dive sequence is 5-8 surface rolls with accompanying blows at approximately one minute intervals, followed by a longer dive of about five minute duration.

The Minke has a slender, streamlined body with a pointed rostrum, bisected by single longitudinal ridge beginning in front of the blowholes. The dorsal fin is tall and falcate and located three quarters along the back.

aggregations have been sighted with groups of up to twenty individuals have been recorded from the Western Isles. They can be elusive when feeding although also inquisitive and will approach boats, with breaching in rough weather been also seen.

This species occurs worldwide with a preference for cooler waters on continental shelves at depths of 200m or less. They are seen during Summer and Autumn in coastal areas around all of the British Isles, although rarely in the southern half of the North Sea. The greatest numbers are seen around the west coast of Scotland, particularly the Western Isles.

In the Irish Sea, Minke whales are mainly found on the western side to the south of the Isle of Man with the North sea's Farnell deep and Flamborough Head being regular spots.

They are known to swim extremely close to shore and give those fortunate enough to be in the right place at the right, a good view.

They feed on a variety of prey items from fish; Herring, Cod, Mackerel and Sand eel as well as squid and crustaceans by lunge feeding or engulfing them, favouring locations where strong currents and upwelling are.

Their association with shallows usually causes them to become beached in rough weather or get entangled in fishing nets and pots and are the usual whale that people see stranded.

The sightings reported are mainly of single animals, but mother and calf pairs, small

Article By Kevin J Murphy Independent Wildlife Advisor.

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ICENI - HOROSCOPES Issue 41 2016

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Horoscopes For September Aries 21 March - 20 April There is big action in your

Libra 24 September - 23 October The wonderful news

sector of details this month, with a Solar Eclipse on the first day of September providing a backdrop for the rest of the month. But this squares with Saturn in your sector of growth, so any plans you have to open up your world need to be very carefully calibrated. Fortunately, with Jupiter moving on the 9th, relationships can be reborn in the next year.

this month Libra is that Jupiter the planet of fortune and expansion arrives in your sign for the first time in twelve years. This is going to give you a marvellous boost in the next year, and encourages you to tap into your creative talents with all your might. However, confidential discussions need care. Someone close might also seem strangely out of touch.

Taurus 21 April - 21 May A potent T Square and Eclipse

Scorpio 24 October - 22 November The Solar Eclipse of

as September begins, cautions you to proceed cautiously where anything to do with risk or resources are concerned.

Your instincts may be to "go for it", but your needs will be best served by judicious moves. With Mercury also backtracking until the 22nd, information could prove to be skewed or darn right unreliable at times.

the 1st asks you to think very carefully about what you want from your long term future. Whilst financial considerations may be part and parcel of this, equally you need to feel content, and most of all fulfilled. These two principles are underlined by the Lunar Eclipse of the 16th. Your sex appeal revives with a massive boost from the 24th of September.

Gemini 22 May - 21 June Your closest relationships

Sagittarius 23 November - 21 December Your career is

come under the astral microscope as Saturn continues to angle with the distorting energies of Neptune. With the Eclipse caught up in this as the month unfolds this may in some way relate to issues of security or where you live.

Single Gemini's can however feel a greater sense of joie de vivre for much of the month, but be realistic.

in the spotlight early in this month, but if you really want to make progress it is going to require a degree of sacrifice and self discipline. More emotional and personal considerations cannot be ignored either. However, your talent for networking and reaching out to like minded people suggests a contact can prove vital around one key consideration.

Cancer 22 June - 23 July Mercury continues to rewind

Capricorn 22 December - 20 January In love, things can

through to the 22nd. If you are doing any transactions online, keep careful notes of what you buy. However, more positively this could be a time when you decide to upgrade your mode of transport, especially on the back of the Solar Eclipse. However, do pace yourself, because an excess of nervous energy can prove somewhat tiring.

get more serious or you can find yourself seriously interested by someone you meet through your work. However, travel plans may not go, well, exactly to plan, not at least until the 22nd. The same is true around contractual issues. Choose your words with care. With Saturn influenced by the Eclipse, exaggerated claims may come back to haunt you.

Leo 24 July - 23 August With both Mars and Saturn now

Aquarius 21 January - 19 February Your friendship

direct in your 5th Solar House, hopefully you are getting accustomed to the challenges and yet opportunities that this combination bring. In love, as the Eclipse T Squares Saturn and opposes Neptune, the more sensual and alluring part of any tie can consume you. If shared finances seem hazy or unclear, keep a bit of yourself back, Leo.

sector looks brighter this month, and especially if you can move out of situations or attitudes which are welded to the past or influenced by subtle self doubts. Although in business and financially you cannot expect the world to march to your more idealistic hopes, if you can stay grounded, a period of reworking your resources can aid you enormously.

Virgo 24 August - 23 September You can find yourself

Pisces 20 February - 20 March You could benefit

energised and on the front foot, but do be conscious that whatever you initiate, others close to you will not necessarily have exactly the same view of your hopes or the same agenda. Your sensitivity and ability to be inclusive will be appreciated. Delightfully, your financial resources can also receive a welcome boost and your love of good things revived.

financially from someone else's good fortune in September, and feel delighted that they are including you in their thoughts. However, it is going to be important to factor in the Mercury Retrograde. For whatever you think or however you say it, this may not be how it gets perceived by others.

So work hard at clarifying your position at all times, Pisces.

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