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5 It's A Knockout Comes to Telford 12 Going Green as a Family 16 Books: Be Happy with a Book 16 Chocolate Fondant Puddings

GARDENS & OUTDOORS

18 Get Your Soil Into Shape 20 Seeking Help to Maintain Gardens 22 Overhaul your Lawn

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

26 Family Rave to Celebrate 50th Birthday 30 On Your Bike

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FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

It’s a Knockout

23rd June 2018 Enter a team of 10 people Team age groups: 8-13yrs • 14-16yrs • 17+yrs (each team must consist of the above age groups - they can not be mixed age groups)

On Saturday 23rd June 2018, Newport Rugby Club’s Minis and Juniors section will be hosting a day full of fun, thrills and spills for the whole family. The day will follow the theme of the classic 1960’s TV show, It’s a knockout. Teams compete against each other on inflatable obstacle courses, with foam and water galore, where teams will be challenged to come up with the most inventive fancy dress so entertainment is guaranteed! At the end winning teams in age groups 8-13yrs, 14-16yrs and 17yrs plus will be awarded with glittering prizes. The organisers are inviting teams to participate in the “It’s a Knockout” event, to help raise funds to renew the lease on the Forton Road site.

COMES TO NEWPORT

Teams will consist of 10 participants at a cost of £30 per person or £300 per team, which can be raised through sponsorship or paid individually to the Team Captain, a deposit of £150 must be paid to secure team entry. Please note that all bookings are on a first come first served basis and interest has already been high, so book early to avoid disappointment. Not wanting to leave anyone out, there will also be a mini obstacle course for children under 8 years, as we wanted all ages to be included in this community event. Entries will be taken on the day and there will be prizes up for grabs. Participants and spectators will also be treated to additional activities and entertainment throughout the day and into the evening including live music, bouncy castles, stalls, food and drink a plenty. Organiser Amanda Weston said “We’re so excited to be brining such a large scale community event to Newport. We have been promised a day of excitement and entertainment from the company running the competition and look forward to seeing teams from across the area fight it out for the prizes. We’re hoping to raise lots of money on the day to go towards the lease, whilst at the same time having lots of fun and bringing the local community together.”

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If any local businesses or organisations are interested in attending on the day or you would like to enter a team please contact Amanda on 07807 648689 or email amanda@inandaroundmagazine.co.uk 5

Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE

The Shrewsbury Arms

High St, Albrighton, Nr Wolverhampton WV7 3LA

T: 01902 373003

The Shrewsbury Arms is located on the High Street in Albrighton and is just a five minute drive from J3 of the M54. The grade II listed building is full of character and retains many original features. The well established pub and restaurant has a very warm and welcoming atmosphere. We had decided to visit on a Thursday evening which is steak night, the special steak menu has a great selection to choose from, all steaks are sourced from award winning local butchers. You can also order from the main menu if you prefer. If you order two meals from the steak menu you will receive a free bottle of wine (includes house white, red or rose), which is an amazing deal. The Shrewsbury Arms have just launched their new seasonal menu with a range of exciting new dishes but they have retained some of the old favourites on there too, including their famous hanging kebabs. As well as the new food menu they have also just launched their new 'Gin & Cocktail' menu with a great choice of cocktails and a wide range of gins to choose from and plenty of mixers to make your perfect G&T. We were seated in the main dining room which is very elegant with its high ceilings, central fireplace and piano in the corner. The tables are well spaced out and there was nice relaxed ambience. While we looked through the menus we ordered some drinks, Nik had a pint of Shropshire Lad and I decided to try one of the many gins available off the new menu, I had the Ultimate Summer Cup. For starters Nik chose the Black Pudding Bon Bons (ÂŁ5.75) and I ordered the Duck Spring Roll (ÂŁ6.75). Nik's bon bons were walnut sized balls of quality black pudding, covered in breadcrumbs and deep fried giving a lovely golden shell, the crispy balls

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT were served with a cocktail stick to allow easy dipping into the tangy homemade ketchup.

My delicious freshly made Belgian waffle was soft and warm and was served with a lovely butterscotch sauce, strawberries, raspberries and butterscotch ice cream.

My spring roll was extremely well presented and I couldn't wait to tuck in. There was a generous filling of soft tender duck which was incased in a lovely light soft pastry which had a slight crispness on the outside, the chilli sauce and sliced fresh chillies added a nice bit of sweetness and heat - a really great dish.

The caramelised sugar topping on Nik's Creme Brule was the right side of golden and broke easily to reveal the lovely smooth vanilla custard beneath. It was served with two freshly made shortbread biscuits and the largest strawberry I've ever seen. A classic dessert and the perfect end to a great meal.

I ordered my main from the steak menu and chose the 8oz Fillet (£22.50). Nik chose a steak dish but this was from the main menu, he ordered the Fillet Steak Pappardelle (£17).

Friday Fish & Fizz nights are very popular at The Shrewsbury Arms, every Friday from 6-10pm - with an additional Fish menu plus great discounts on Prosecco and Champagne, its a great way to start your weekend.

My fillet steak was served with chunky chips, a flat mushroom, slow cooked tomato and onion rings. You could also choose a sauce to accompany your steak, including peppercorn, blue cheese or Diane sauce. My steak was cooked to perfection, exactly how I had ordered it. The onion rings were huge and had a light and crispy batter.

Bottomless Prosecco Afternoon Tea can be booked any day between 12-4pm and is served with unlimited prosecco at just £24.95 per person. Fixed priced lunches are served Monday to Friday (12-5pm) with a choice of 2 course at £10.95 or 3 courses at £13.95.

Nik said the home-made pappardelle was perfectly cooked and the mushrooms were soft and meaty, the strips of aged beef fillet were melt in the mouth tender and plentiful. The silky-smooth parmesan cream sauce finished the dish off perfectly.

Traditional Sunday roasts are served every Sunday from midday until 10pm and the full main menu is also available on Sundays. There are plenty of reasons to visit The Shrewsbury Arms and I have already booked my next visit with some friends, as I can't wait to try the afteroon tea with bottomless prosecco!!

Although we were both very full we decided to squeeze in a dessert. Nik opted for the Vanilla Crème Brule (£5.50) and I chose the Belgian Waffle (£5.50).

Reviewed by Fleur & Nik Abel

Fixed Price Lunch THE

SHREWSBURY ARMS

Available Monday to Friday from 12pm until 5pm we offer a great selection of dishes for all.

2 courses at £10.95 3 courses at £13.95

BOTTOMLESS PROSECCO AFTERNOON TEA

Available 7 days a week Bookings taken from 12-4pm (T & C’s apply)

£24.95 per person

Friday Fish & Fizz nights every Friday from 6-10pm. With an additional Fish menu plus great discounts on Prosecco and Champagne

T: 01902 373003

High St. Albrighton, Nr Wolverhampton WV7 3LA

www.theshrewsburyarms.com

Thursday Steak Night

FREE

bottle of wine with every two Steaks ordered T&C’s Apply

Field to Fork

FAMILY FESTIVAL

So we think about festivals and we think live music, great food, kids entertainment, sunshine and an awesome venue…. From the team behind the Shrewsbury Food Festival and Shropshire Kids Festival this event promises to be an entertainment extravaganza with all of the ingredients of their best festivals topped off with the uniqueness that a venue like Harper Adams can bring to the table. Focusing on the expertise of each of the departments at the university the festival is something special for the whole family that has never been done before. Starting with FREE entry this event is all about fun mixed up with a dollop of education. From micro robotics to vintage tractors, discovering the taste zones on your tongue right through to hands on craft, watching cows being milked, chocolate tastings or pudding club. Next you need to visit the tractor in the field, and meet the animals, every element of the food journey will be investigated with big shiny tractors to the historical vintage machines of the past. Learn how to programme robots, enjoy a pollination trail or chill out on the grass with a glass of gin and watch the live music. With over 70 producers of amazing food and drink the Farmers Market on Harper Street will be a treat with local producers on hand with the best goodies in the county. With over 50 free activities this a festival not to be missed for the whole family, a great opportunity to come and explore, to learn and most importantly have fun! Parking at Newport Showground where you’ll get a FREE bus to the FREE bus!

Tuesday & Thursday Treat yourself Tuesday for the over 60’s,

62 High Street Newport TF10 7AQ

Food served 10-3pm

50%from OFF FOOD the Main menu.

Friday

Fish Supper, Fish, chips and mushy peas with a soft or hot drink for

Only £6.99

Booking recommended.

T: 01952 820 810 DJ on Friday & Saturday nights

Look out for live music! Ideal venue for Birthdays parties, Christenings, etc..

Friday & Saturday Late Night Music Drink offers 2 Cocktails for £8 | Double up for a £1 Select Doubles £2.50

www.thebarleynewport.co.uk

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EVENTS APRIL 2018 SATURDAY 14TH

Tasting Menu

Are you a food lover who likes to try new dishes? Join us for a taste sensation, our team of super-talented chefs have put together a stylish, well-balanced and innovative tasting menu. 7pm £35.00 pp

MAY 2018

SATURDAY 21ST APRIL

Tapas Night

Let us provide you with a taste of the Mediterranean at our Tapas Night! An evening of Mediterranean flavours that promise to be a taste sensation. £14.95 pp

SATURDAY 5TH

Ed Sheeran Tribute Night

A night with Ed Sheeran - an outstanding and talented tribute who performs all of Ed Sheeran’s biggest hits with uncanny acccuracy. Includes 3 course dinner, tribute show and disco. £29.50 pp Stay over for £89 Bed and Breakfast

SATURDAY 19TH MAY

The Wedding Reception Comedy Dinner

In aid of our nominated charities Mind & the local Samaritans group. A theatrical dining experience, a side spitting highly improvised comedy, full of laughter, love and tears. To include a 3 course dinner with tea or coffee. The evening ends with dancing to the sounds of our resident DJ. Doors open 7:00pm Please arrive by 7:30pm

£80 per couple Stay over for £89 Bed and Breakfast

Hadley Park House Telford TF1 6JQ

01952 677269

info@hadleypark.co.uk

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Recipe

CHOCOLATE FONDANT PUDDINGS Don’t overcook these divine chocolate puds or the centres will set and you’ll lose the gooey molten middle. You can prepare them a couple of hours in advance and bake them just before serving. Serves 4 Ready in 45 minutes

INGREDIENTS: • 175g unsalted butter, plus extra for greasing • 175g caster sugar • 175g good quality plain chocolate, broken into pieces • 3 large eggs • 50g plain flour • Cocoa powder and icing sugar, to dust • Whipped cream and strawberries, to serve

1. Preheat the oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas mark 5. Lightly butter four 300ml capacity ramekin dishes (see Tip) and sprinkle with a little of the caster sugar. 2. Place the chocolate and butter in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water and leave until melted. Remove from the heat and stir until smooth. Cool for 5 minutes. 3. In a large bowl whisk the eggs and remaining caster sugar together for 5 minutes until very thick, pale and creamy, then whisk in the chocolate mixture. Sift over the flour and gently fold in using a metal spoon. 4. Divide the mixture between the four dishes. Place on a baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until the puddings have risen and are just set on the outside – the tops should still wobble when pressed lightly. Run a knife around the edge of the puddings and turn out onto plates. Dust with cocoa powder and icing sugar and serve immediately with whipped cream and strawberries.

TIP If you don’t have ovenproof ramekin dishes, you can use small metal pudding basins or ovenproof teacups. 10

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT The Tayleur Arms Longdon Upon Tern, Telford TF6 6LJ T: 01952 770335 E: info@tayleurarms.co.uk

Food serving times: Mon to Fri 12-2:30pm & 5:30-9:30pm Sat 12-9:30pm Sun 12-5:30pm

www.tayleurarms.co.uk

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TRADITIONAL SPECIAL OFFER TEAS 10% OFF YOUR BILL AFTERNOON Traditional afternoon teas being

Includes food and drink when ordering of the main menu, excludes Carvery and other special offers. Valid until 31-05-18 (Please present this advert)

served Monday - Saturday at

£16.95PP or £19.95PP (£19.95 to include a glass of Prosecco) Please book to avoid disappointment.

LUNCHTIME & DESSERT MENU WITH NEW PUDDINGS TO SHARE All you can eat Buffet evenings, call or look at our Facebook page for further information

COME & TRY OUR NEW MENUS

Quality Balti Restaurant & Take Away

REFURBISHED & FULLY AIR CONDITIONED

TUESDAYS 4 Course Meal

£8.95pp

Includes: Popadom, Any Starter, Any Main, Rice or Nan (excludes King Prawn & New Dishes) *Not to be used with any other offer.

ONLINE ORDERS NOW AVAILABLE AT:

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15% Discount on Collections or 10% Discount on Delivery Open: Sun - Thu: 5pm - 11.30pm Fri & Sat: 5pm - Midnight

rear of 2-4 High Street, Newport TF10 7A

01952 825505

We are not licensed bring your own alcohol

£5 OFF Meal for Two

(2 main meals must be purchased, not valid with any other offers) Valid until 31-05-18

£10 OFF £15 OFF Meal for Four

(4 main meals must be purchased, not valid with any other offers) Valid until 31-05-18

Meal for Six

(6 main meals must be purchased, not valid with any other offers) Valid until 31-05-18

Going Green

Easy ways to cut down on waste and save some cash If you want to live a greener lifestyle, you’ll want to get the whole family on-board. Children are often more inspired by videos than conversations, so it’s worth searching YouTube for short clips about plastic waste, climate change, recycling tips and so on. When everyone is feeling a bit more motivated, ask each member of the family to make some simple pledges, such as: • Saying no to plastic straws. • Refilling water bottles rather than buying drinks when out. • Using a reusable bag for shopping. • Switching lights off when leaving an empty room. • Only buying second-hand clothes, toys and so on for six months. • Checking whether rubbish can be reused or recycled before binning it.

Cutting food waste

Did you know that the average family wastes £470 worth of food every single year? Some waste is difficult to avoid, particularly if your children are fussy eaters, but much of it can be easily avoided with a bit of careful planning. Simply making a list of meals for the week, and using that to do the shopping, can help to cut down on waste. Try to plan meals that use up any leftover ingredients. So, if you need half an onion for one recipe, for example, plan another meal to use up the other half. Freeze leftovers straightaway if you’re not going to have chance to eat them, whether it’s half a stick of fresh ginger or a bowl of bolognese sauce. Silicone muffin pans are ideal for freezing sauces. Once frozen, pop the individual portions into a re-sealable bag or tub to keep in the freezer and use for later.

AS A FAMILY

Try not to overfill kids’ plates; food that’s been mixed together is more difficult to serve up again.

Cutting plastic waste

There are lots of easy ways to reduce the amount of plastic you use, from swapping sandwich bags for Tupperware containers to choosing unpackaged fruit and vegetables. Ecoegg’s Laundry Egg is a reusable, natural laundry detergent that cleans clothes about as well as a non-bio detergent. You’ll cut down on plastic bottles and save a fair amount of money, as the egg works out at just 3 pence a wash – see www.ecoegg. com. Could you make a pact with other parents to buy second-hand or eco-friendly birthday presents? You could club together to buy vouchers for a day out for example, or just pick up a toy or book from your local charity shop. When you do buy new, choose toys that can be easily reused, and that don’t come with lots of plastic parts or packaging. If you’ve lost pieces from a favourite game or toy, check the manufacturer’s website, as lots now sell spare parts.

More tips

• www.facebook.com/recyclenow inspiration and recycling tips.

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following

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• www.cookingonabootstrap.com has recipes for food that can be batch cooked and frozen to cut down on waste. • www.faithinnature.co.uk sells lots of household products in bulk, including shampoo, shower gel and laundry detergent. Larger bottles mean less plastic waste. • www.energysavingtrust.org.uk has lots of tips for cutting energy use.

by Kate Duggan • kateduggan.co.uk

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

The Oakley Arms Kiddemore Green Road, Brewood, Staffordshire ST19 9BQ

NEW Spring Menu Opening Times: Mon-Sat: 11am - 11pm Sun: 11am - 10:30pm

Food Served:

Mon-Thu: 12 - 9:30pm Fri-Sat: 12 - 10pm Sun: 12 - 9pm

To keep up to date with our events find us on Facebook or join our mailing list.

Book Your Table Online on Our Website

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WHITE HOUSE HOTEL MUXTON

Wellington Road, Muxton, Telford TF2 8NG Food Served: 12pm - 9:30pm 7 days a week

T: 01952 603603 Lunchtime SAVER

15% off

Main Courses in the Bar or Restaurant (12-4pm Mon-Sat)

Visit our website to view our latest menu

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2 Steaks & Wine for ONLY ÂŁ27.50 (available everyday) 2 Succulent Prime Rump Steaks with a Bottle of House Wine

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A la carte Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge Steak Night Every Wednesday

NEW Spring à la carte menu!!

Cocktail Happy Hour Tuesday to Sunday 6pm - 7pm £5 on selected Cocktails

Get 2 steaks and a bottle of house wine for £35

Extensive cocktail menu available

Come and stay with us in one of our 5 luxury

en-suite rooms, decorated with comfort in mind. All our rooms have satellite TV, Nespresso coffee facilities and luxurious bathrooms

Opening Times

Food Times

Tues - Thurs 12 noon until 10pm Friday and Saturday 12 noon - 12 midnight Sunday 12 noon - 9pm

Tues - Sat : 12pm - 2:30pm then 5:30pm - 8:30pm Sunday 12:00pm - 4:30pm

A la carte and bar menu served daily

Monday closed

25% OFF

25% discount off your final bill when you book a table in our restaurant on a weekday. Valid till 31st May (Mondays to Thursdays)

Phone: 01952 271790 • Email: enquiries@no12shifnal.com 12 Church Street, Shifnal TF11 9AA

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Catering for family parties, funerals and corporate lunches.

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Local food, prepared in our deli kitchen from £4 a head. Daily sandwiches available to order also – please call for a leaflet

Please allow 24hrs notice for Lunches and 48hrs notice for Parties

Fruit & Veg Boxes delivered to your door (Weekly or Fortnightly)

FIRST BOX 1 /2 PRICE

Pop-in and see us at: Donnington

Station Road, Donnington, Telford TF2 8JY • T: 01952 677345

Priorslee

Woodhouse Lane, Priorslee, Telford TF2 9UR • T: 01952 200696 @shopgreenfields

Green Fields Farm Shop

Buffets with free delivery within 3 mile radius including Hortonwood and Stafford Park 3 Menus to choose from starting at £4 per head (minimum order 4 persons)

• Fresh Bread • Milk, Tea & Coffee • Wenlock Edge, Fordhall Farm, Malcolm Wickstead’s • Huge Range of Cheese and Deli Products & Buttercross Meats • Beers, Wines & Ciders • Vegetables, Herbs, Salads, Fruits & Nuts • Rice, Pasta and Sauces • Home Made Cakes & • Special Dietary Products Goodies & much more...

Books

BE HAPPY WITH A BOOK

Whether you love curling up with a psychological thriller or prefer biographies, enjoy flicking through a cookbook or need business advice, we’ve got just the book to keep you and your e-reader happy.

Ultimate Fit Food – Gordon Ramsey

Planning to get a bit fitter before the summer? Gordon Ramsey’s latest book might help. It’s split into three sections, each of which offers a range of dishes to promote general wellbeing, achieve weight loss or provide fuel for work-outs. There are recipes for everything from healthy snacks and breakfasts to impressive main courses, and plenty of treats are included too. The emphasis is on dishes so delicious you’ll almost forget they’re good for you.

The History of Bees – Maja Lunde

The History of Bees tells the stories of three people, all connected by bees. In 1851, William is attempting to build a revolutionary beehive to bring honour and fame to his family. In 2007, George is struggling to keep the family bee farm going. Almost 100 years later, Tao is enjoying a rare day off from her job hand-pollinating fruit trees, when her son is taken seriously ill. The History of Bees was a surprise international bestseller last year and is ideal for fans of dystopian fiction.

Anything You Do Say – Gillian McAllister

A split second decision has lasting implications for the protagonist in this tense psychological thriller. Late at night, believing that she’s being followed, Joanna lashes out, pushing her pursuer down a set of concrete steps. Does she call an ambulance, or walk away? Both scenarios are then explored. Ingenious, original and fast-paced, this is perfect for fans of Gone Girl and Girl on a Train.

The Paying Guests – Sarah Waters

It’s 1922, but the roaring twenties have yet to reach the quiet corner of London where Frances and her mother live. Frances has resigned herself to a life spent looking after the family home, but the arrival of lodgers Lilian and Leonard Barber reawakens her life, energy and passions. Paying Guests was published in 2014 and was named ‘Fiction Book of the Year’ by The Sunday Times, for good reason. A modern classic, it’s beautifully written, with believably flawed characters, plot twists and a building tension that’ll keep you reading ‘just one more chapter’ until late into the night.

How Not To Be a Boy – Robert Webb

Actor and comedian Robert Webb has turned his hand to writing, with great success. How Not To Be a Boy is part biography, part reflection on the expectations that are put on boys and men to act a certain way. Webb reveals his grief at losing his mother and his difficult relationship with his father, and ruminates on how trying to ‘act like a man’ has had a negative effect on his life. Through it all, Webb writes with his trademark humour, taking the reader from laughing out loud to blinking back tears in moments.

Start Me Up – Various

If you’re thinking of setting up your own business, take advice and inspiration from people who’ve done just that. Enterprise Nation is a website for small businesses and has recently released a free ebook. Start Me Up features stories from 100 entrepreneurs, including the owner of Cool Cold Brew, which will soon be available in Sainsbury’s, and the founder of the fastest growing baby food brand in the UK. You can download Start Me Up from the blog at www.enterprisenation.com.

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

The Bridge Inn Lower Bar, Newport TF10 7BJ

T: 01952 324481 www.thebridgenewport.co.uk

New ownership, refurbished inside and out

Always a Warm Welcome

Bar Opening Times:

Wednesday to Sunday 12-3pm & 4.30pm-Midnight

Good Quality Local Food Served:

Wednesday to Saturday 12-2.30pm & 5-9.30pm • Sunday 12-6pm

EVENTS Friday 30th March - Friday 13th April: Easter Egg Hunt at Follies Park

MASALA

INDIAN RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY

FEEL FREE TO BRING YOUR OWN ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

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Plants and gardens need a lot of different things if they are to look their best, but one of the most fundamental needs of all is soil. And the better the soil, the better the plants will perform, and the bigger the flowers and the heavier the crops. So getting your soil into good condition and keeping it well looked after is key to great gardening. At this time of year there is still time to shape up your soil before the gardening season really begins in earnest. Frosty weather can be really useful. It may wreak havoc with some of your plants, but if you garden on a heavy clay soil it can save you a lot of work. If you roughly dig or fork over an empty bed or part of your vegetable plot, the large lumps of clay soil will be acted on by the frosts and will break down somewhat, making them more manageable in the process. Most soils can become badly compacted if you walk or stand on them when they are very wet – you literally squash the air spaces out, especially if the soil is clay or even slightly heavy loam. Try to avoid walking on the soil during or just after heavy rain, but if you really can’t avoid doing so use a few boards or planks as walkways to spread the load and so reduce damage to any one area. Forking a soil, as opposed to digging it with a spade, is generally best on a heavy soil as it is less likely to cause compaction. But whether you fork or dig, the soil surface usually ends up pretty lumpy. So grab a fork and re-fork the soil again, whacking the larger lumps to break them up further. A final raking will help to produce even smaller lumps on the surface and so get closer to that ‘fine tilth’ often described in gardening books. Adding bulky organic matter such as leaf mould, well-rotted manure or garden compost will help to feed the soil in a natural way, and also to improve its texture so that it holds just the right amount of moisture for as long as possible. There is still time to fork this in now, to improve the soil in time for this year’s new plantings and vegetables. You can create a great, free source of organic matter for your soil yourself and you’ll save a lot of

If your soil contains excessive quantities of small stones, or perhaps larger lumps of flint, you really should try to get to grips with it before you start to create the garden. Doing this before planting is SO much easier than attempting it once the flowers or vegetables are in place! Some stones are good, but even a lightly stony soil can make growing decent crops of root vegetables, such as carrots or parsnips, virtually impossible – they may taste delicious but they’ll often be forked or otherwise deformed. If clearing the soil sufficiently really is not practicable, then you’re probably best off investing in some raised beds so that you can fill them full of a stone-free soil. Manure can seriously transform a soil, adding both texture and food for the plants to grow healthily. Make sure that you bring in good quality manure, with as few additives as possible – not too many wood shavings for instance, as these can form a high percentage of stable manure and make it far less useful. If possible, view the manure in situ; the last thing you want to do is bring in manure which is riddled with weeds, especially the really troublesome ones like nettles, docks and couch grass. In recent years there have been problems with manure contaminated by the weedkiller used to control weeds in pastureland, which can devastate plants, often killing them. Try to source manure from someone local who you know, and can trust to tell you what chemicals have been used. Manure needs to be well-rotted before being used in the garden – ideally it should have sat in a heap for about two years. Green manures are a great way to feed your soil and improve its condition at the same time. They will also help to suppress weeds and protect the soil from erosion in a windswept spot. They work especially well on parts of the garden where you do not have plants growing year round – as when you use a green manure, you sow seed, allow the plants to grow and then incorporate them into the soil, where they rot down and release all sorts of useful materials. Check out what is available by looking in the seed catalogues and get sowing later this year – there are lots to choose from, including red clover, mustard, field beans, phaecelia and field lupins. Yes, there’s potentially a fair bit of work involved, but you don’t have to do everything suggested and anything you do will make a huge difference! Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening things: ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ (where you receive your chosen garden-ready vegetable plants in the spring accompanied by weekly advice and tips from Pippa) plus Nemaslug, biocontrols, gardening tools, raised bed kits, Grower Frames, signed books and more!

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Many of us are putting our minds to tending our gardens and looking forward to seeing the spring bulbs flowering and cherry trees coming into blossom. Gardens can be a source of escapism, an opportunity to connect with nature, but for many older people unmanageable gardens become a burden and a source of worry and frustration if they are unable to maintain them. Continuing to remain independent in their own home in familiar surroundings is preferred by most older people than residential care, however, as people get older they experience changes in their economic, physical, and social independence that become barriers to managing their own gardens and homes. Many people need assistance to maintain their independence, health, and well-being. There is support available, and not just from the handy-man around the corner or a company providing gardening services, but your local Age UK. Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin offer a Help at Home service. The charity supports over 1,100 older people across the county with those jobs around the home and garden that can often seem daunting for older people.

Offering this level of support for older people can increase independence and the ability to remain in their own home. The gardening service ensures older people are able to enjoy their tidy gardens, observe the wildlife and get around easily which also helps prevent falls and injuries. With trees, branches, overgrown grass, and bushes being cut and trimmed, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a safer and secure home environment. Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin also offer a range of other services giving piece of mind for families and friends that someone is looking out for their loved one and visiting regularly. Other services available through the charity include opportunities to socialise, keep active or pursue a new hobby or practical benefits advice, advocacy support and a wide range of information guides and factsheets. For more information contact Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin on 01743 233123 or visit www.ageuk.org.uk/shropshireandtelford

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YOUR LAWN to the roots, making for better growth and healthier grass. Do this after you’ve mown the lawn. If only small areas are compacted, use a garden fork and drive it into the lawn every 4-6 inches or so, trying to get the tines of the fork to a depth of 4-6 inches as well. Once the tines are in the soil, gently ease the handle of the fork back and forth to enlarge each hole. You now have some drainage holes. If you mix up some sieved garden soil or loam with horticultural sand (about one part soil/ loam to nine parts sand) you can brush this mixture across the lawn and into the holes you’ve made. The result is a drainage system over those compacted areas.

It has rained so much in recent months and the ground has become so wet that there have been times when I’ve thought that my garden might be about to turn into a paddy-field! The flower and vegetable beds are starting to pick up remarkably well, but it is the lawn that seems to have taken the most obvious battering. Over-wet conditions can cause roots to die off and will reduce the oxygen in the soil. Worse still, any areas of the lawn that you’ve had to walk on, albeit infrequently, or over which you’ve had to move a wheelbarrow or other fairly weighty bit of equipment, will have become compacted or squashed. It may not be obvious but the air spaces that should be plentiful in the soil will have been dramatically reduced, and the heavier your soil is, the worse the problem is likely to be. So if you want your grass to be as green as it should be and ready for the summer use it’s likely to get, it’s time to get to work now. Check over your lawn mower and see to anything that needs sorting. If it’s too much to take on yourself, take it to a reputable outlet for a service as soon as possible – you’ll need it even more in a few weeks’ time! Once it is working well again, you’ll be surprised at how much quicker and easier each mowing session becomes. In most areas of the country grass will have started to grow quite a bit faster recently and so may need cutting. Make sure that you don’t set the blades too low for the first few cuts, as this will weaken the growth and make it more likely that weeds will start to invade. You can relieve some of the soil compaction to allow air down

If the soil in the garden is quite heavy or contains a lot of clay, the chances are that these last few months will have done a lot of damage and the whole lawn will benefit from aerating. For an enduring and even more useful effect, buy, borrow or hire a ‘hollowtime aerator’, either as a hand operated one, a machine or a mower attachment. This will actually cut cylinders of soil out of your lawn, and when filled with the ‘top-dressing’ mix above will result in much longer-lasting drainage channels. Moss might look good and green right now, but it tends to look miserable later in the year as it dries out and becomes brown. So apply some moss killer and then rake it all out after the time specified on the pack. It will make your lawn look worse initially, but allows more air to the roots of the grass plants and gives them more space to grow and spread too. Lawns that have suffered from serious waterlogging will really benefit from a suitable feeding regime. Poor growth and overwet conditions will have put these plants under a lot of stress. Whether you choose a granular or liquid feed, make sure that it is a spring lawn food, as this will be formulated specially to give the balance of nutrients lawns need now. If you do use a granular feed, ensure that you water it in unless it rains shortly after you’ve applied it. Walking on a very wet lawn soon wears it out and kills off grasses. Get these bare or bald areas sorted now and by the time the summer comes it won’t look like a patchwork. Roughen up the bare or thin areas using a rake and then sprinkle a suitable seed mix on to match in with the existing grasses. If you’ve not got many patches to sow, you can buy small patch repair packs to keep the cost down. Once all the work is done, and it may well take several hours in total (depending on the size of the lawn and exactly how damaged and waterlogged it was), try your best to keep off it for a few weeks to allow it to bask in all that pampering and take advantage of all the TLC and grow away really well. Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening things: ‘Grow Your Own with Pippa Greenwood’ (where you receive your chosen garden-ready vegetable plants in May accompanied by weekly advice and tips from Pippa) plus Nemaslug, bio-controls, gardening tools, raised bed kits, Grower Frames, signed books and more!

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Haybridge Hall Day Centre in Hadley is also looking to recruit a new volunteer organiser who can coordinate the small team of volunteers. Day centres are open 10am to 2pm with volunteers arriving a little earlier to set out the room, welcome members, serve drinks and a hot meal as well as provide a range of fun activities including, quizzes, bingo, talks and outings. Heather Osborne, Chief Executive of Age UK STW, said: “Our weekly day centres can be a lifeline for many older people, especially those who live in relative isolation. Social interaction, a hot meal, interesting activities and outings are all provided by our day centre helpers, who

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SATURDAY, 28 APRIL AND FRIDAY, 11 MAY In the sporting arena every child has the opportunity to play sport for their school; the ‘Sport for All’ mindset encourages healthy lifestyles and valuable life lessons along the way. Book an appointment now to come and see what Birchfield can offer your child. Birchfield School, Harriot’s Hayes Lane, Albrighton, Near Wolverhampton, WV7 3AF Tel: 01902 372534

With maximum class sizes of twenty, Birchfield’s experienced and subjectspecialist teachers are able to support your child’s unique personality and performance. A special focus on self-discipline, manners, social skills and confidence pays many dividends with 100% of age 13 leavers in 2017 being accepted into their first school of choice, earning a wide variety of scholarships and awards. Mr Reynolds added: “Birchfield’s curriculum is wide-ranging and designed to expose children to as many positive opportunities. Children are taught academic subjects, art, music and drama from an early age by subject-specialist teachers, allowing a quality and meaningful learning experience.”

On Your Bike

Learning to ride a bike opens up a whole new world of fun and independence for children. Even babies and toddlers can join in the fun of a family bike ride, with a little help… Babies can start joining you on bike rides from around nine months old, as long as they can hold their head up unsupported. You’ll need to choose between a trailer and a front or rear bike seat. Child bike seats start from around £30. The more expensive ones usually have extra features, such as a five-point safety harness, rather than a three-point one. Some have backs that can be tilted for on-the-go naps. Front-mounted seats sit in front of you and attach to the frame. They sometimes have a shorter back than rear mounted seats, and usually have a lower maximum weight allowance, so they won’t last you quite as long. On the plus side, you’ll be able to see your child, which makes sharing a ride more fun. Some rear seats fit to a pannier rack, while others fit to the frame. You might find balancing is a little bit easier with a rear seat compared to a front one, and it should last you until your child is around four years old. Whichever type of seat you go for, you’ll need to check that it’s suitable for your bike and the weight of your child. Look for a seat with plenty of padding, a good safety harness and adjustable foot supports. Bike trailers are more expensive than seats, but you can pull older children, and often two at a time (plus picnics or shopping). Trailers usually have a cover, so your child will stay

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Cycling with young children Once your child is old enough to ride a 16” bike, you might want to progress from a seat or trailer to a Trail Gator or other tow bar. These attach your bike to your child’s, so you can pull your child behind you. They’re handy for when you fancy a longer ride than your child could otherwise manage. Some tow bars can be unclipped and folded down, if your child wants to ride on their own for a while. Your child’s bike might feel a bit wobbly when it’s being pulled, so tow bars aren’t suitable for children under around four.

Where to go Lots of roads have designated cycle lanes now, and there are plenty of traffic-free routes to explore too. The National Cycle Network offers 14,000 miles of bike-friendly roads and paths. Visit www.sustrans.org.uk for free printable cycle route maps. Fancy joining other families for a bike ride? www.cyclinguk. org lists hundreds of UK cycling events, including ones that are suitable for families. It’s also worth asking what your local bike club has to offer, as lots of cycling clubs organise volunteer-led rides for beginners and families.

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It’s not just homes that benefit from a good ol’ spring clean… Ditch old makeup and skincare products Most of us are guilty of holding onto favourite cosmetics way longer than we should do. While makeup doesn’t have a fixed useby date as such, it does start to degrade once it’s been exposed to air and sunlight. If you check the packaging of any skincare or cosmetic product, you’ll find the PAO symbol. This shows the ‘period after opening’ that the product needs to be used within. In most cases, it’s six or 12 months. Products that come into direct contact with your skin, such as a lipstick, or a moisturiser that you scoop out of the jar with a finger, are particularly virulent breeding grounds for bacteria. So have a good sort through and ditch anything that’s been open longer than its PAO. It’s also worth having a bit of a declutter at the same time. Are you ever going to wear that lurid purple eyeshadow? If you want products that will last longer, check the PAO before you buy. In general, pump action lotions will last longer than those in jars, as the lotion comes into less contact with oxygen and light.

Clean makeup brushes Makeup brushes and cases can get decidedly grubby, so it’s a good idea to give them a gentle clean on a regular basis. Most cosmetic bags can be washed by hand, using a mild detergent. Brushes can be cleaned with face wash, baby shampoo or a mild soap. Soap is probably the easiest. Just swirl the brush gently on wet soap to create lather, use your fingers to massage the bristles, then rinse thoroughly with warm water and leave it to dry. If your old brushes are past the point of revival, the Nellie Make Up Brush Set from Oliver Bonas is worth considering. For £38, you get five different types of brushes and a handy mirror, all housed in a stylish pink case.

Try something new It’s easy to get stuck in a perfume rut, wearing the same fragrance year after year. Or worse, wearing a fragrance you’ve been given as a gift but aren’t in love with. Fragrance doesn’t have to be expensive. Marks and Spencer’s Island Escape Eau De Toilette is £16 for a 95ml bottle. For £18 you can have the giftset, which includes a full size fragrance and body lotion. Island Escape is a light, citrusy fragrance, with notes of bergamot, pear and rose, mixed with a hint of sea salt, so it’s perfect for spring and summer.

Slap on the SPF Ideally, we should protect our skin from the sun every day, rain or shine. The easiest way to take care of your face is by choosing a moisturiser with a high SPF rating. Nspa Expert Daily Rejuvenate Cream has an SPF of 30 and contains active ingredients such as Crocus Chrysanthus Bulb extract, which has been proven to improve the appearance of ageing skin. What’s more, the cream costs just £10 in ASDA. It’s ideal for spring, but come summer you’ll need a sun lotion that you can reapply throughout the day.

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Fiona and Sally have been hairdressing all of their career and met through a mutual friend. They often giggled that oneday they would both be salon owners and both their dreams came true. They now own Elements Hair and Beauty of which Sally has worked in for over 6 years and knows the shop floor extremely well. Fiona has worked in Elements for over 2 years and has many years business experience. They both have passion and drive and work hard to get the very best from their team. They share many things in common and both support each other to create a great ambiance for clients and team members. Elements believe in listening to their clients and have the skills and knowledge to create their clients vision. Recommending styles that suit face shape, hair type and lifestyles. All stylists are highly trained and skilled with all aspects of hairdressing to include cutting, styling and barbering. Elements are an experienced team of colourist’s technicians, offering all the latest colour techniques including colour correction. Elements beautician is in the salon Thursday and Fridays, offering lashes, brows, waxing facials, manicures and pedicures and a menu of varied treatments. Elements is fast becoming a salon where everything is available, they hold clinic days where sourced excellent therapists offer microblading, teeth whitening, chiropody and lots more. For more information please follow our facebook page.

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Do You Have a Few Hours a Month “I found myself on the phone to a woman whose baby, like mine, had died. ‘Tell me about your baby’, she said and I poured my heart out to a perfect stranger with whom I felt an instant connection.” Mum

Losing your much longed for baby during pregnancy or soon after birth is the most awful trauma any parent can experience. A whole future is taken away from that family. Sadly this happens only too often. Currently 15 babies a day die in the weeks before or just after birth. Sands aims to care for those families with practical and emotional support for as long as they need it.

TO HELP A LOCAL BABY BEREAVEMENT GROUP?

would urge you to get involved. Guidance, support and resources are provided to volunteers by UK-Sands and the local Network Coordinator. For further information on the roles or to find out more about the group contact Nathalya Kennedy, West Network Coordinator at Sands on 07833491603 or email: nathalya. kennedy@sands.org.uk

Members of Shropshire Sands (Stillbirth and neonatal death charity) support group are appealing to the local community to help them find new volunteers to join their committee. Committee roles include Chairperson, Treasurer, Secretary, Hospital Liaison and Fundraising Coordinator. Whilst many Sands volunteers have themselves experienced the death of the baby you do not have to have personal experience of baby loss in order to offer help to the committee. As long as you have an empathy and interest in Sands’ work we

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Shellac inc. Manicure £23 Shellac inc. Pedicure £25 Removal of Polish £5

EYE TREATMENTS • Eyebrow Wax £7 • Eye Lash Tint £10 • Eye Brow Tint £8 • Lash & Brow Tint £16 Lash Lift & Tint £25

This 60 minute treatment will enhance your lashes, making them look longer & voluminous.

NAIL TREATMENTS Luxury Manicure £15

Including Nail Shape, Cuticles Treated, Hand Massage & Moisturising Mask

Luxury Pedicure £20

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Swedish Massage £38 Back, Shoulder & Neck Massage £20 Indian Head Massage £18

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BEAUTY & FASHION

Miss Shropshire Curve 2018 Miss British Beauty Curve is an annual plus size beauty pageant that allows women from all over Britain to compete for the crown. The pageant aims to encourage women of different shapes and sizes and from all walks of life to follow their dreams and show the world how amazingly diverse Great Britain really is. Local woman Lauren Cox, has been selected as a finalist in the competition and she is so proud to represent her hometown of Telford. She currently holds the title of Miss Shropshire Curve 2018 and will compete in the grand final on Saturday 4th August 2018 at the Hazlitt Theatre in Maidstone, Kent. Tickets are currently on sale on the Miss British Beauty Curve website. The pageant

MAKES IT TO THE FINALS

consists of three rounds, swimsuit, glitz and glamour wear and evening wear. The winner will then be selected by a panel of judges. After turning 25 last year Lauren decided it was the right time to let all her fears go and throw herself in to doing what she loves. She entered the competition as she wanted to participate in something that is sparking a change in society where we are finally accepting and celebrating the differences in others. She has entered a few competitions in the past but she felt this is the right opportunity for her to really put herself out there and pursue her dream. Lauren recently left her office job to look after her two year old son and focus on a different career path in plus size modelling. Her aim is to bring home the Miss British Beauty Curve crown to Shropshire and hopefully inspire other women to love and accept themselves for who they are.

Quality Products

AND EXCEPTIONAL CUSTOMER SERVICES

When you walk through the door at one of Newport’s Toggs and Cloggs stores you will be surprised at how much of a lovely shopping experience we have to offer you. Behind our small shop fronts are an enormous range of pretty tempting stuff for you and your children. It’s important to us that when you make a purchase you go out feeling and looking great. You will find a fabulous selection of footwear, womenswear, handbags, jewellery, scarves, childrens clothing, toys, gifts and menswear too all at a variety of price points to suit all pockets. When we started up nearly thirteen years ago, as a children’s fitted shoe shop, quality products and exceptional customer service were fundamental to our business ethos. We are still as passionate today as we were back then. We continue to provide an expert shoe fitting service today alongside a helpful and friendly, personal shopping experience where you can find beautiful goods hand picked by us. We have complete outfit ideas and love to advise and show our customers what new and exciting collections we have in. Our brands include Mistral, Adini, Nomads, Fenella, Superdry, Joules, Seasalt, Luca Vanucci, Gabor, Remonte, Ara, Tamaris, Start-rite, Geox, Ricosta and lots more......

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Something New for Spring By Helen Taylor

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Spring Clean With Style

by Katherine Sorrell

Sweep, brush, wash and scrub. When spring sunlight shows up the corners of your home that need attention, it’s time to pop on your pinny and get to work. And cleaning is so much more enjoyable when the tools you use are both efficient and good-looking. Get your cleaning kit in order: drawers, shelves and hooks will all help. Collection of laundry and utility items, all Garden Trading.

Store your household essentials in one convenient place – a functional and good looking box that’s perfect for carrying round the house. Living Nostalgia French grey housekeeping tin, £24.95, Kitchen Craft.

From the slender yet sturdy oil-treated beech handles to the traditional horsehair bristles and aesthetically pleasing pan, these sets have a minimalist yet functional beauty. Iris Hantverk long-handled dustpan set in black, £55, Caroline McGrath.

When designer Ole Jensen was doing the dishes, he hesitated to pile in his fragile china and glasses, wondering about a better, gentler solution. These smart rubber washing up bowls are now a design classic. Normann Copenhagen washing up bowl, £49, Caroline McGrath.

Robust, good looking and comfortable in the hand, this brush could be used for virtually anything. Scrubbing brush, £8, Finch & Crane.

With a warm, inviting and natural scent, this polish is made by a beekeeper in the Cotswold Hills. The cream formula helps to clean and nourish wooden furniture and floors, and is great for cleaning leather, too. Cotswold beeswax polish, £12, Cottage in the Hills. Put a touch of charm into cleaning with a traditionally-styled dustpan and brush made from hardwearing galvanised metal and responsibly sourced wood. Dustpan and brush set, £8, Garden Trading.

Made from cotton and cellulose, these cloths are washable and reusable, and then 100% biodegradable. Jangneus green spot dishcloth, £3, Berry Red.

TIPS FOR EFFICIENT CLEANING

• For a proper fresh start, begin by tidying all the mess that has built up over the last year. Sort it out into piles of rubbish, things to give away, stuff that needs mending and everything else that needs to find a rightful home. Ta da! You have created much more space in your home and plenty of room to get cleaning. • Be prepared. Work out what jobs you are going to tackle, wear appropriate clothing and gather together all the necessary tools and products. A spacious caddy will come in very handy. • Divide tasks into five key areas: vacuuming, dusting, mopping/ scrubbing, washing and wiping, and polishing. Don’t forget specific jobs such as turning mattresses, spotcleaning upholstery, cleaning the oven, defrosting the fridge, descaling the shower head and beating rugs. You may also get super-organised and add in those less frequent tasks such as steam-cleaning the carpets or having the chimney swept. • Your basic principles of cleaning should be to work from top to bottom and tackle dry chores before wet ones. Decide whether to do one room at a time or one task at a time throughout the whole house. Put some music on and enjoy the process – your home will be gleaming before you know it.

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Home & Interiors They are beautiful, natural, healthy, and get better with age – wooden floors are ideal almost everywhere in the house. SAND BACK YOUR OLD BOARDS

WOODEN FLOORING

Can you fit a timber floor if you want underfloor heating? The answer is yes, though timber does not give quite as high a heat output as a concrete floor. When retro-fitting, it may be possible to lay new boards over old ones – but only if they are very even, and usually covered with 18-20mm of ply to give a substantial base. Bear in mind that you will raise your floor level and that, when fixing the floor down, you’ll need to avoid any pipes and wires that may run beneath the existing floor.

If you are renovating, the simplest and cheapest option is often simply to sand back the boards that are already there. Not every floor is worth sanding, Image above: Lulworth Blue floor paint, £67 per however. The effort of removing copious amounts of nails may be too much, or the 2.5l, Farrow & Ball: 01202 876 141; farrow-ball.com. The main choice you’ll be faced with is floor may be riddled with woodworm, be between solid wood, engineered wood and laminate. too uneven, or made of such poor quality wood, that replacing Solid wood is just that – whatever type of wood it is goes all would actually be better. the way through, so it looks entirely natural and can be sanded If you are planning to sand, the first job is to mend or replace again and again. It’s available in the form of boards, strips (less any boards that are damaged, hopefully with matching second than 10cm wide), blocks (extremely strong, laid in patterns hand boards (if you use new boards you will have to stain them such as herringbone and basket weave) and parquet (like later to match). Make sure you hammer down protruding nail blocks, but thinner). heads before you start sanding. Engineered wood (sometimes called multi-layer or, confusingly, laminated) is made from layers of solid timber or a veneer of solid timber on top of MDF, plywood, chipboard or softwood, The aged patina of reclaimed boards is absolutely beautiful, with a balancing veneer beneath. Most are made up of either but such authenticity does not come cheap – do not expect three or five layers, cross-bonded for greater stability. A top to pay substantially less than for new boards, while common layer of at least 5mm allows for limited sanding if necessary. problems include woodworm, ingrained dirt and stains, dents

TYPES OF TIMBER

USING RECLAIMED BOARDS

and splits, variations in thickness or colour, broken tongue and groove, and the need to remove or countersink thousands of old rusty nails. If the price seems too good to be true, it probably is. Ask where the wood came from and how it has been stored since it was reclaimed – timber that has stood outside for any length of time may be useless, and would certainly need to dry out considerably before it could be used again. The rule of thumb is that pine is cheaper than oak, and narrower boards are cheaper than wider ones.

FITTING A NEW TIMBER FLOOR

New timber floors can be fitted anywhere in the house, on solid or suspended floors, though they’re often not advised for bathrooms or other wet areas. This is because wood expands and contracts according to the humidity of the room.

Laminates generally comprise a resin-impregnated decorative paper surface layer (with photographs of real wood) bonded to a thin MDF or chipboard core. With cheap versions it’s easy to spot the pattern repeat and they’re not awfully durable, but more expensive versions are incredibly tough and come with long guarantees. Timber floors are given ‘grades’ describing their appearance (nothing to do with quality or durability). They vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but are often called ‘select’, ‘natural’ and ‘rustic’ or ‘country’. As you might imagine, they therefore range from very even in colour and grain to rather gnarled and knotty. ‘Rustic’ grades are the cheapest and ‘select’ the most expensive.

Finishes for Floorboards

• PAINT: a great cover-up, available in a range of colours. • STAINS: may be oil or water-based. Will change the colour but may still need a finish for protection.

• WAX: a polished wooden floor is a sight to behold, with a lovely gentle sheen and natural smell, but they do require regular re-waxing.

• OIL: gives a natural finish, sinking deep into the grain

to protect the wood. Again, they need re-applying regularly, so don’t even consider it unless you’re prepared to put in the hard work.

• UV-CURED OIL AND WAX: almost like lacquer, but with the look of oil or wax.

• LACQUER AND VARNISH: available in matt, satin and gloss finishes, these are very hard wearing but don’t give such a natural finish.

Image above: Sussex oak parquet industrial oval dining table, £1,850, Modish Living: 01273 499 057; modishliving.co.uk.

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The Royal British Legion Did you know that the Royal British Legion can offer you the following Services? Give advice or help on: Immediate Needs Grants - To assist in a crisis and to meet a need for unexpected expenses, the Legion maybe able to help. Benefits, Debts and Money Advice - Discreet, impartial and non judgemental advice to maximise income by claiming benefits and managing debts. Independent Living Advice - If a beneficiary suffers from an illness or injury or they care for someone with an illness or injury assistance is given to claim disability related benefits and, if needed, to appeal decisions and represent at tribunals. War Pensions & Compensation Service - If a beneficiary has a claim with an injury arising from their service the Legion can give advice on how to claim and also support appeals and represent at tribunals. Poppy Break Centres - The Legion offers breaks to individuals, couples and families. If someone is recovering from an illness, bereavement, or other life affecting event the Legion can provide a comfortable and enjoyable break.

Who is eligible? Those eligible for support services can be summarised as people who are serving or who have served in the Armed Forces, also their dependants and carers.

Beneficiary Any man or woman who is currently serving or has served as a Regular, Reserve or Auxiliary member of the Royal Navy, Army or Royal Air Force and who is aged 16 years or over and has received seven days' pay.

Dependants Dependant’s can include children, spouses and partners (this category includes widows or widowers) or other dependant’s The Royal British Legion can offer you and your family this advice and support. Visit your local POP IN Centre at: Telford South Water Library (third Floor) - Each Wednesday 10:30 – 14:30

WORDWHEEL

Using only the letters in the Wordwheel, you have ten minutes to find as many words as possible, none of which may be plurals, foreign words or proper nouns. Each word must be of three letters or more, all must contain the central letter and letters can only be used once in every word. There is at least one word that uses all of the letters in the wheel.

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BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

Local Door Company Door Loading Services UK Ltd is a family owned company based in Telford, which is celebrating 10 years in business. They are a manufacturer, supplier and installer of industrial doors and dock levelers. Business owner Robert McYoung turned his hobby into his business with the help of his wife Burnadette. Their reputation grew and a loyal circle of customers told their friends, who told their friends and Door Loading Services (or DLS for short) was established in 2008 and the rest as they say is history! Ten years on, the company has established itself as a market leader, offering both trade and retail customers a full range of: Industrial Doors, Sectional Doors, High Speed Doors, Thermal Doors, Entrance and Exit Booms, Rapid Rise Doors, Compact Doors, Levellers and Lifts, Dock Seals and Shelters, Service and Repair (with engineers available 24 hours a day 365 days a year) and CNC Plasma Cutting. Business owner Robert McYoung said, “Our task is to identify a customers needs, offer alternatives where available and supply them in the shortest possible time. We are aware that downtime can be costly!” We pride ourselves on our efficient, reliable service and constantly trying to save customers money and helping the

Industrial Doors

Dock Seals & Shelters

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Service & Repair

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CELEBRATING 10 YEARS IN BUSINESS environment. We do this by sourcing the most efficient materials to achieve excellent 'U' ratings. On our sectional doors we can achieve a 'U' rating of 0.9w/m2 on a typical 5m x 5m, one of the best on the market today.” DLS with their team of highly trained engineers, with over 30+ years of experience in the door industry, manufacture roller shutter doors onsite in their Telford based factory. With onsite manufacturing capability DLS’s lead time is one of the best in the industry, typically 5 working days to manufacture a complete door. Due to the fact that they cut and fold their own steel, they can offer an overnight replacement part. If your company is in need of any support, from oil changes to maintenance checks on your already installed doors, curtains, dock shelters and dock buffers, DLS do it all! Don’t hesitate to get in touch. Door Loading Services UK Ltd, Tel: 01952 260 930 Email: info@doorloadingservices.co.uk www. doorloadingservices.co.uk

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Is It Worthwhile Private health insurance generally covers the cost of private consultations, treatments, and immediate aftercare as an inpatient. Some policies also pay for outpatient care, such as physiotherapy. Employers sometimes offer this type of insurance as a benefit to their employees, but if you’re thinking of taking out your own policy, how do you know if it’s going to be worthwhile?

TAKING OUT PRIVATE HEALTH INSURANCE?

What are the potential drawbacks of private medical insurance?

• Policies are costly, with premiums increasing every year • Some health conditions are excluded, so a private healthcare policy may not cover all your medical needs • You have to pay an excess each year • You may have ethical concerns about private health care

Before we look at the benefits and potential drawbacks of private medical insurance, here’s a little more detail on the cover that could be included.

• The insurer sets limits on the amount of cover available for each condition, each type of treatment, and an overall amount in the policy year

What might a health insurance policy cover?

Types of private healthcare insurance

The benefits provided by private health insurance vary according to the monthly premiums, with comprehensive policies offering the greatest level of cover. Here’s a general outline of the main benefits: • Private consultations • Anaesthesia • Inpatient stays for investigative tests, surgery, or immediate posttreatment care • Treatments and procedures as a day patient • Outpatient treatments and aftercare - physiotherapy or hydrotherapy, for example Some health insurance providers also offer cover for alternative therapies such as acupuncture, homeopathy and herbal medicine, and dental or eye care.

What isn’t covered?

Policies can be tailored to individual circumstances, so if you have a family for example, you could take out a policy that covers your partner and children. Some people choose age-specific policies, but bear in mind that the older you are, the more expensive private health insurance will be. As well as family policies, you can buy individual private healthcare, joint policies and standalone policies specifically for children.

How much will private health insurance cost?

Various factors are taken into account by insurers when setting the price of private healthcare premiums - these include (but are not limited to): • Age • Existing health • Medical history as an individual, and of your family

Although specialist insurers do exist, a basic health insurance policy doesn’t generally cover:

• Lifestyle

• Pre-existing conditions (usually in the last five years) or chronic illnesses • Pregnancy and childbirth • Cosmetic surgery • Fertility treatment • Emergency treatment

It’s advisable to shop around before buying private health insurance. Comparison websites offer an idea of how much various policies cost, but as with many other types of insurance, there are ways to lower your premiums.

How does private health insurance work?

Private medical insurance is designed to work alongside NHS services, so your GP would need to refer you for a private consultation. Policies are renewed annually, with monetary excesses applying in the same way as with other forms of insurance. The insurer sets a limit on the amount of cover available to you annually. They define the benefits, plus any exclusions that apply - a pre-existing illness, for example - in the policy document. You pay a monthly premium, usually by direct debit, and are able to take advantage of cover during the policy year, up to the set limits.

Why might you decide to take out private health insurance? • You need fast access to a consultation, investigative procedure, or treatment • Treatment isn’t available on the NHS • You’re employed, but don’t receive private health insurance as a benefit • You’d like to see a particular consultant, or require a specialist referral • You want the comfort of staying in a private room • You don’t want to wait for physiotherapy after surgery

• Types of cover required

Choosing to pay a higher excess in the event of a claim can reduce the amount you pay each month. Some insurers also offer no claims discounts, and reductions if you can prove that you attend a gym regularly, for example. If a ‘waiting time’ is added to your policy’s terms and conditions, it can also lower the costs involved when taking out private medical insurance. Essentially, this means that, if the NHS waiting list is less than the waiting period stated in your policy, you must receive treatment on the NHS. Otherwise, your policy covers the cost of private treatment.

Alternatives to private health insurance

There are alternative ways to fund private medical treatment without taking out an insurance policy. If you have residual income or existing savings, for example, you could set aside a sum to cover a proportion of future treatments. Paying only for the initial consultation is also an option if you require an urgent medical opinion. The consultant would then refer you back to the NHS for treatment, if necessary. Healthcare cash plans also exist that help you cover your medical costs. In this case you’re refunded the costs that you pay up front, up to pre-agreed limits.

by Ann Haldon

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

THE TRUE COST OF NOT HAVING A LASTING POWER OF ATTORNEY

What is a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA)? It is a legal document which gives another adult(s), who you trust, the legal authority to make decisions on your behalf, if you are unable to make decisions yourself. There are two types, Property and Financial Affairs and Health and Welfare. Property LPA helps to deal with Utility bills, solicitors, banks and Health LPA helps with social services and other health professionals

Wills • Lasting Power of Attorney • Funeral Plans

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If you do not have an LPA, the costs will be high as you have to go through a court process that can take months and will cost just £400 to register plus assessment fees. The court will appoint a solicitor, and this will incur further costs up to £1500 per year. Costs mount up quickly!! Have ACW Wills give you peace of mind. Lasting Powers of Attorney are as important as a Will. As we move into Spring consider getting your affairs up to date and make life so much easier for your family.

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The Value of Mortgage Advice With so many mortgage lenders offering their products on the high street and online, it can be tempting to cut out the middleman and 'go direct'. But when you're making such an important financial commitment, the guidance you can get from a qualified mortgage adviser can be invaluable. Here are four ways we can make a difference to your mortgage search: 1. We have access to a wide range of well-known lenders and thousands of mortgage deals, so we can find a rate that suits you. But we also look beyond the rate, taking into account fees and your individual circumstances, we can recommend a solution tailored to you. 2. We know the market, if you're self-employed or have a small deposit it may be much harder for you to find a mortgage now than it was a few years ago, we can save you the time and hassle of trawling the market, and help you find a lender. 3. We'll do the hard work for you, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll work with you to complete all the necessary application forms, liaise on your behalf with solicitors, valuers and surveyors, and help to make the process as smooth as possible. 4. We're professionally qualified Unlike many branch and telephone-based mortgage sellers in banks and building societies, we're qualified to advise you on a broad range of lenders and products.

New addition at CD Financial

Leanne Tolley has joined us as Mortgage & Protection advisor, she is a welcome addition to the team with a wealth of experience and will enable us to expand our face to face mortgage advice services.

BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL

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It's Not Only PPI

THAT YOU CAN RECLAIM

The Payment Protection Insurance mis-selling scandal has resulted in billions of pounds being repaid to customers by the banks and other large financial institutions. But it’s not just PPI that can be reclaimed from organisations failing to follow stringent selling guidelines designed to protect the public. So what other reclaims could you potentially make? From bank charges to student loan repayments, here are a few other reclaim opportunities you might want to look into.

Packaged bank accounts

Although packaged bank accounts are very useful in many cases, it’s possible that the product may have been mis-sold in a similar way to PPI. So what could constitute mis-selling in this instance? • You weren’t told that you had to pay a monthly fee. • The account was sold to you by an overbearing or overenthusiastic salesperson. • You don’t qualify for the insurance policies included in the package – on age or health-related grounds, for example. • The bank told you your credit rating would improve if you opened this type of account. Whatever the reason, you can claim a refund of the fees, plus interest, from the bank. Money Saving Expert and other websites offer free resources in this respect, to help you make your claim. If the bank refuses to repay, you can take your claim to the Financial Ombudsman Service – an independent and free service set up to resolve disputes between financial institutions and their customers. Furthermore, the Ombudsman ultimately has the power to enforce their decision if it differs from that of the financial institution concerned.

Bank charges

Despite the banks winning a 2009 Supreme Court Ruling on the fairness of their charges, you may be able to reclaim bank charges that you believe are unfair, particularly if you’re facing financial hardship. Being charged high fees when you’re experiencing financial difficulty can exacerbate an already distressing situation. If you’re in this position and have exceeded a pre-arranged overdraft limit, or cheques or direct debits have been returned on your account, you can write to your bank explaining the situation and requesting a refund. You may receive a full or partial refund from the bank, but if they refuse you can pursue your case with the Financial Ombudsman Service.

Council tax payments

If your property was placed in the wrong council tax band, you may be able to reclaim the overpayments made – potentially for decades – as well as reducing your ongoing monthly costs. When properties were valued in preparation for the new Council Tax system, the process became known as ‘second gear valuations.’ It was said that those given the task of valuation didn’t move out of second gear when driving past the properties, leading to inaccurate results.

Although properties in Wales were later revalued, those in England and Scotland remained in their original (potentially incorrect) council tax band. If you live in England, you can confirm your banding on the Valuation Office Agency (VOA) website. You also need to check the council tax band of neighbours with property closest to yours in terms of size and value. This can be done either online, or by asking your neighbours in person. If they’re in a lower band you may have a case for reclaiming, but be aware that your own property could have been correctly valued. This would potentially mean that your neighbours were liable to pay a higher amount, possibly backdated to 1991, so it’s advisable to tread carefully in this respect.

Student loan overpayments

Student loan repayments are deducted from your earnings by the Student Loans Company (SLC), rather than from your bank account. As the SLC only receives earnings and employment updates annually, the information they hold can be sometimes be outdated. This means that it’s easy to overpay on your student loan if your income reduces, or when the loan has been paid off. If you think you’ve overpaid for any reason, you can call the Student Loans Company to check, and verify your bank details should a refund be due.

Amazon Prime

If you’ve taken out a free 30-day subscription to Amazon Prime and simply forgotten to cancel it, you should receive an instant refund if you or anyone authorised on the account hasn’t used any of the services. It’s also been known for Amazon customers to inadvertently click the wrong button when purchasing an item and take out a free trial of Amazon Prime unintentionally. If this has happened to you, and you’ve been charged the Prime membership fee at the end of the trial period, you can contact Amazon to explain the situation. They should offer you a full or pro-rata refund, depending on whether you’ve used any of their Prime services in the meantime. Claiming your right to a refund as a consumer is important, and should be pursued if you believe that you’ve been wrongly charged. Reclaiming this money can help your financial situation, and sends a strong message to financial and other institutions that they must comply with the regulations and take care of their customers. Websites that can offer advice about claiming back money include: www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk www.moneysavingexpert.com www.uswitch.com

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MANAGING YOUR STRESS • Panic attacks. • Insomnia or disturbed sleep. • Muscle tension. • Blurred eyesight or sore eyes. • Loss of libido. • Teeth grinding or clenching your jaw. • Headaches. • Chest pains. • High blood pressure. • Indigestion or heartburn. • Constipation or diarrhoea. • Nausea or dizziness. • Fatigue.

Reducing and Coping with Stress Persistent stress can affect our health and even cause serious illness, so we need to know how to reduce stress and its effects. ‘Stress’ can refer to two different but related things: situations or events that put pressure on us; and our reaction to that pressure.

Stress can:

• Affect your mental health, causing problems such as depression and exacerbating existing mental health issues. • Affect your physical health by preventing proper sleeping or eating, and causing excess cortisol and adrenaline release. This makes you feel unwell and may eventually lead to serious conditions, e.g. heart disease, asthma, stroke, diabetes and some cancers.

What Causes Stress?

Reducing your responsibilities and using time-management or organisational techniques can help to reduce stress in your life. You can find time management tips at www.nhs.uk/ conditions/stress-anxiety-depression/time-managementtips/ and www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-foreveryday-living/stress/dealing-with-pressure/, which also has coping strategies for specific pressures, such as being a student. Reducing the causes of our stress is important, but sometimes we can’t change stressful situations. However, we can learn to improve how we react to them.

Self-help strategies include: > Complementary therapies

Therapies like yoga, meditation, aromatherapy, massage, acupuncture and ecotherapy (time spent in nature) may help you relax. > Lifestyle Changes

• Major changes or events: bereavement, moving home, financial crises, exams, redundancy, retirement, job change, marriage, relationship break-up, illness/injury, pregnancy/ parenthood. ‘Happy’ events put extra pressure on us not to appear stressed.

A healthy diet, regular exercise and adequate sleep help. Spend time with family and friends and talk through your problems. Make time for hobbies and relaxation; downtime isn’t a luxury, but essential for a healthy mind and body.

• Continual pressure: job, health or relationship worries, overwhelming responsibilities.

Develop a more positive outlook. This video discusses replacing negative thinking with positive: www.nhs.uk/Video/ Pages/unhelpful-thinking-podcast.aspx?searchtype=Tag&sear chterm=Mental+health.

• Feeling out of control and unable to change situations. • Uncertainty, e.g. potential redundancy. • A life that lacks change, purpose or activity. • Clutter and disorganisation, e.g. always running late. Research shows just the sight of clutter causes stress. Your stress threshold may depend on:

> Changing Your Mind

> Breathing eercises You can find instructions at www.nhs.uk/conditions/stressanxiety-depression/ways-relieve-stress/ > Stress-busting apps and courses

• Your perception of the situation (affected by your positivity (or lack of it) and past experiences).

Try the NHS’ Chill Panda apps.beta.nhs.uk/chill-panda/, Silver Cloud apps.beta.nhs.uk/silvercloud/ and the Stress & Anxiety Companion apps.beta.nhs.uk/stress-anxiety-companion/.

• Your mental health and emotional resilience.

For further help, visit your GP, who can recommend:

• The support you receive.

> Talking treatments

Symptoms of Stress

• Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps you understand your stress triggers and reaction to them, showing you how to act and react more positively.

• Avoiding the stress source. • Irritability, impatience, aggression, restlessness. • Depression or anxiety. • An inability to enjoy yourself/take an interest. • A sense of dread. • Feeling neglected or tearful. • Difficulty making decisions and concentrating. • Poor lifestyle choices: biting your nails, smoking or drinking, eating too much/too little. • Shallow breathing/hyperventilating.

• Mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR) combines mindfulness, meditation and yoga to reduce stress. > Medication to reduce symptoms E.g. antidepressants, sleeping pills, irritable bowel syndrome treatments and high blood pressure medication.

Don’t ignore stress until it’s damaged your health. Tackle it now.

by Alison Runham www.alison.runham.co.uk

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Ever fancied trying Pilates but don’t want to join a gym? Want to try Yoga but don’t want to sign-up for a term? Want to try a different teacher before you commit to anything regularly? Then Blue Moon Yoga and Pilates might be just what you’re looking for. Based in Telford and Newport, we have a variety of Yoga and Pilates classes to suit everyone. All our classes are booked online using the amazing MindBody Online software, where you can see our schedule week by week. Just book the class you want, and you’re good to go. Book up to 4 weeks in advance and try as many classes as you like. Choose from our Drop-In rate, the Introductory Offer, or a 10-Class Pass, and until September you get 11 classes for the price of 10. Starting w/c 16th April, we have a Hatha Yoga class on Thursday 6.15pm and a Beginners Yoga class on Saturday 10.00am at TCAT with our physiotherapist and advanced yoga teacher Kim Ryder. We also have the amazing Emily Robson teaching a YogaFlow class on Friday at 9.30am and a Sivananda Yoga class at 10.45am in Ketley Community Centre. Pilates classes are coming soon! Keep an eye on the website www.bluemoonyogaandpilates.co.uk for more information. Please bring your own mat.

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Back Pain

The most frequent pain problem we treat as physiotherapists is back pain whether it be acute or chronic, just in the spine or referred down the leg and presenting as sciatica. Back pain can be present for a number of reasons be it a muscular problem, disc, facet joint or postural. All can be a significant problem. There are a number of myths about back pain which often can change the way we work with the pain, how we obtain diagnoses and how we should manage and treat our back pain. The Chartered Society of Physiotherapy have published a number of myths associated with back pain.

Myth #1 - Moving will make my back pain worse Fact: People fear twisting and bending but it’s essential to keep moving gradually increase how much you are doing, and stay on the go. Often reduced mobility can cause more restriction and pain.

Myth #2 - I should avoid exercises, especially weight training

Fact: Back pain shouldn’t stop you enjoying exercises or regular activities. In fact, studies found that continuing with these can help you get better sooner – including using weights where appropriate. Your guideline should always be pain and try not to work through it

MYTH BUSTERS Myth #3 - A scan will show me exactly what is wrong Fact: Sometimes it will, but most often it won’t. Also even people without back pain have changes in their spine so scans can cause fear that influences behaviour, making the problem worse.

Myth #4 - Pain equals damage Fact: This was the established view but more recent research has changed our thinking. Modern physio takes a holistic approach that helps people understand why they are in pain. All the above are examples of myths surrounding back pain the evidence tells us that mobility is better than rest, that gentle exercise is better than no exercise and that pain is often not a measure of how severe a problem is. It is important to understand back pain and to work with it. If you do suffer with back pain and are struggling to manage the pain and find yourself wondering what is a good pain and what is a bad pain, can I do a certain activity or not or are just not sure if you’re doing the right or wrong things then all our 6 physiotherapists can help. Each physiotherapist has over 15 years experience in treating musculoskeletal problems. So if the above rings any bells then please feel free to contact one of our Physio’s to see if Physiotherapy can help.

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Shropshire Prostate Cancer

SUPPORT GROUP

The Shropshire Prostate Cancer Support Group recently donated £4,000 to two local Lion’s Groups.

Financial Support

The photo shows President Charlie Miller of Ironbridge and Severn Gorge Lions receiving a cheque for £2,000, a second cheque was presented to Newport and Gnosall Lions this week.

We hold monthly bric a brac sales at the PRH and other fundraising events throughout the year at various locations in Telford. Each PSA testing kit now costs around £18 per person.

The money will be used for future free PSA testing evenings helping to diagnose Prostate Cancer. Recent PSA test evenings carried out in Newport and Madeley attracted over 700 men, at Madeley 15% of the men tested were flagged up as having abnormal PSA levels. We believe lives are being saved as a direct result of these blood tests for Prostate Cancer.

Being an independent group we rely on fundraising and accept grants from organisations that support our cause, and donations from the general public.

We also donate/support Prostate Cancer UK, and “Tackle” who issue a quarterly magazine covering the current situation, ref: progress in finding a cure for Prostate Cancer.

What do we do?

Pictured left to right: Dennis Briggs (Chairman of SPCSG), Charlie Miller (President of Ironbridge and Severn Gorge Lions), Ian Bolinbroke (Treasurer of SPSG), Ann Lovatt and Kath Pagett (Joint Secretaries of SPCSG).

We are here to help you, however we can’t do anything unless you contact us, by phone on 07975 855247, by email at info@spcsg.co.uk or personally. Hopefully you will join us in the fight to control this disease.

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Telford Triathlon Club Telford Triathlon Club looks forward to an exciting year of training, competition and enjoyment of swimming, running and cycling together. Formed in Autumn 2017, the club has already established a weekly routine of coached sessions at Oakengates Leisure Centre Track and Much Wenlock Swimming Pool, social rides, runs and swims. Telford Triathlon Club has forged a brand new partnership with Telford and Wrekin Council to encourage more people to try multi-sports events in 2018. Together they will be organising local “Go Tri” events in the local area. These will be short achievable distances, low-cost, suitable for all abilities and a great introduction to multi-sports. “Lots of local people like myself run, cycle and swim a little and are looking for a new challenge,” commented Heather Brennan, a beginner member and Club Secretary. “It’s great that we have this new club which is open to all abilities, shapes and sizes.” Jude Ingram, another beginner member, added: “I’ve already improved my running after a few sessions with our fantastic running coach and Ironman triathlete, Mark Taylor.”

Members also benefit from an online discussion group and a chance to ask about all aspects of Triathlon from the more experienced club members. Luke Mills, Chair of Telford Triathlon Club, said: “We formed the club to encourage local people to swim, cycle and run their way to better health and wellbeing. We welcome and support complete beginners through to Ironman competitors, whatever their goals are. Members ask all sorts of things in the group and there’s always someone who can help.” Mark Halstead, Welfare Officer and Middle Distance 70.3 triathlete, added: “We were all beginners once and we know how it feels!”

Another benefit of being a member is competing together. Several members will be supporting each other at events in Ludlow, Shrewsbury, Nantwich, Stafford, Wales and beyond over the coming months, so look out for their navy and royal blue sports kit. One member is even travelling to Barcelona! 2018 is a set to be a very successful year for Telford Triathlon Club. Join them for their first GO Tri Aquathon, suitable for beginners but open to all abilities, on Sunday 6th May - 200m pool swim and 2.5km run. To enter visit www.telfordtri.co.uk/ gotri/ or email gotri@telfordtri.co.uk Come and join and be part of something great!

House Prices! Brought to you by James Carlon James Carlon Co Author of ‘THE TELFORD PROPERTY BLOG’

Shropshire and the West Midlands saw the highest rise in house prices of anywhere in the UK last year - that’s according to the latest figures released by Nationwide building society.

If you already own property in Telford, either as a homeowner or investor, you’ll no doubt be glad to know your house is increasing in value.

I would urge some caution when reading the headline figure - an annual rise of 5.2% - because it’s never quite that simple and values vary significantly across the West Midlands, and even within Telford itself.

One of the key points in the Nationwide report is that first-time buyers are still finding it very difficult to pull a deposit together to be able to secure a mortgage.

“From our own figures, I would say the average change in Telford has been more like an increase of 2.5% during 2017, which is encouraging for a number of reasons.” The housing market doesn’t react well to big shifts in value, so it’s good news that the gradual rise from the past couple of years has continued. 56

But it’s vital to appreciate the importance of pricing your property sensibly if you are looking to sell.

And the scarcity of first-time buyers means the turnover of housing stock can sometimes be sluggish - so setting the right asking price is even more important. Why not give me a call for more advice about buying and selling property in Shropshire on 01952 292 300?

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New Rules for Landlords on Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards Brought to you by Dawn Clarke Dawn Clarke Co Author of ‘THE TELFORD PROPERTY BLOG’

If you are a landlord with properties which may not be the most energyefficient, new rules being introduced in April could give you a shock. The Minimum Energy Efficiency Standard, or MEES as it is known, will make it illegal for anyone to let property with an Energy Performance Certificate rating lower than an E. So that means if any of your properties currently have a rating of F or G, you will need to do some work pretty quickly to improve their energy efficiency or you risk being landed with a rather hefty fine.

“Trading Standards will be enforcing the new rules, and penalties will be based on the rateable value of the property - with a maximum fine of £150,000.” It’s important to understand that the regulations apply to new tenancies or the renewal of existing tenancies. So, so if your tenancy is on a fixed term which is due for renewal after 1st April 2018, you will have until the renewal date to carry out the necessary improvements. However, if your tenancy has rolled over onto a periodic tenancy before 1st April 2018, you will have until 2020 to get your property up to standard. 58

However, from April 2023 - only five years away - MEES will cover all tenancies, even on properties where a periodic tenancy is ongoing. We would advise all landlords to take action to ensure the value of their properties does not diminish, because any falling below the minimum standards would quickly become very undesirable to potential investors. A good starting point is to check the energy rating for your properties or, if you have carried out any improvement works since the last EPC was registered, it would be advisable to have it re-assessed. Energy Performance Certificates are valid for 10 years but if your property was given a D or an E rating a while ago, you could find it being downgraded to an F or a G because assessments are more accurate now. If that’s the case, you need to know sooner rather than later so you can take the necessary action and avoid the possibility of being fined. For more advice about property management, give me a call on 01952 290163.

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Local Development Order

MEANS HOMEOWNERS MIGHT NOT NEED PLANNING

Homeowners in Telford and Wrekin are now able to carry out a vast range of improvements to their property without the need for planning permission.

This is as a result of positive moves by Telford & Wrekin Council to introduce a Local Development Order (LDO) in response to new government legislation. The LDO has been introduced to speed up and simplify the planning process for people who are building single storey, first floor and two storey rear or side extensions. It also applies to residents who are adding a porch, thermal cladding or creating a dropped kerb outside their homes. The Telford and Wrekin LDO also allows some small extensions to converted residential properties. Councillor Richard Overton, Telford & Wrekin Council’s Deputy Leader and cabinet member for Housing, said: “The LDO means that projects that meet specific criteria do not require planning permission. “We have one of the most progressive LDOs in the UK as it goes further than many others, which don’t include dropped kerbs and thermal cladding in their remit.

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“The LDO applies across the borough with the exception of the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site, the seven Conservation Areas, listed buildings and sites of local interest.

“It is important to highlight the existence of the LDO as we believe that many homeowners are unaware that they can improve their property without the need to apply for planning. “Anyone who is considering work to a property should check whether they can progress under the LDO before applying for planning permission. “We will be able to advise if they meet the criteria and deal with the process from start to finish. The majority of residential works are likely to fall within these new streamlined regulations.” New government legislation has meant that the fees for planning applications will increase by 20 per cent – hence Telford & Wrekin Council’s introduction of the LDO to ease the burden on residents who are planning small scale home improvements. Under the rules of the LDO, homeowners or agents can apply for a certificate of compliance at the same point of the building regulations application – effectively making one application rather than two and following one process. The cost to apply is also less than the current and proposed planning fees. For more information visit www.apt-group.co.uk

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Dont be an April Fool KEEP YOUR STUFF SAFE ON PCS AND PHONES It seems like every day there’s a new warning about hackers and dodgy software — and over Christmas we learned that there was a security flaw in almost every modern computer, tablet and phone that could let baddies get our passwords and other private information. So how do we keep our important information safe and secure?

There are three important things to consider. They are: loss, where you lose digital things such as photos, home movies or documents you don’t want to lose; malicious software, which is when a program sneaks onto your computer and causes trouble; and hacking, which is when somebody you don’t know gets into your computer to access your personal information and/or demand money. The good news is that they’re all easy to deal with. Let’s talk about loss first. The single best way to prevent loss of valuable personal things such as family photos is to have extra copies. They don’t need to be printed copies — if you take as many photos as we do the cost of getting even some of them printed is frightening — and if you keep your copies digital then you don’t need to spend too much money to copy your entire photo or video library, or anything else you want to keep a backup of.

You can store backups on services such as Google Photos, Flickr and Apple’s iCloud, but for proper peace of mind we’d recommend backing up to an external hard disk: that’s much faster, and doesn’t require you to keep up a membership or pay a monthly subscription as some online services do. You can get a really good external hard disk for less than £40, and you don’t need to pay much for faster, even higher capacity ones: at the time of writing Seagate’s Expansion drive, which offers 1TB of storage and has a super-fast USB 3.0 connection for modern PCs and Macs, is just £45. If you’re backing up really massive libraries, a whopping 4TB of storage is still under £100 — although most of us won’t need anything close to that.

External hard disks aren’t the only options. You could burn your own DVD data discs, or use USB flash drives such as SanDisk’s Ultra Flair 32GB (£12.95). However, we’re not convinced they’re great options for long-term backups. Drives such as the Patuoxun Portable USB DVD CD RW Writer may be cheap — £17 from Amazon, with discs even cheaper — but DVD and CD discs don’t last forever and many of our ones started to rot after a few years in normal conditions. And if you’ve used many USB sticks you’ll know of their incredible ability to go missing and never be found again. There’s not much point in having a backup if you can’t find it when you need it. The cures for malicious software and hacking are the same: security software. There are plenty of free options such as the excellent AVG Free (www.avg.com), but it’s worth considering spending a little money on a paid-for security suite such as BitDefender Total Security (around £49/£69 for an unlimited-device Family Pack). BitDefender doesn’t just cover your PC: it protects Macs, Android and iPhone/iPads too, and it includes tools to stop bad things getting onto your devices as well as anti-hacking protection for your personal data. It comes highly recommended by the internet’s most trusted review sites.

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Celebrating 10 years in business in 2017 they have fast become one of the leading suppliers and installers of home improvement products in Shropshire. Established in 2007 and formed as Daylite Windows, their aim was to supply trade, domestic and commercial customers as well as installing quality UPVC and aluminium windows, doors and conservatories for domestic, trade and commercial clients, using the award winning PRoFile22 optima systems. With this achieved in such a short amount of time and with year on year growth and an ever-expanding customer base, in 2009 saw the expansion of the business with the incorporation of Daylite Building Plastics. The aim was to work along side their window division, supplying maintenance free UPVC

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Even a tiny bathroom can function brilliantly and look gorgeous. Our top ten tricks of the trade will help you make the most of your space. After all, size isn’t everything. The perfect bathroom – whether it’s a shared family affair or an en suite shower and WC – is a great blend of comfort, good looks and functional efficiency. The good news is that all these can be achieved even in a small space and, with some clever thinking, it is even possible to trick the eye into thinking that the room is actually larger than it really is.

1 Choose subtle colours Maintaining a pale, neutral colour palette will automatically open up a small bathroom, giving it a clean, sophisticated, contemporary feel. If you can’t live without colour, watery blues and greens have a cool, clear quality that help the room feel light and airy. Add texture to avoid an overly clinical feel – think timber shelving, wicker baskets, waffle towels and linen blinds, for example.

2 Fit excellent storage Nothing makes a room feel small as much as too much clutter. The simple answer is to minimise what you keep in your bathroom and then find clever spaces to store it. Cupboards do take up valuable floor space but, because cleaning products and toiletries are pretty small, slimline storage will suffice. If renovating, you can build false walls to conceal pipework and set cupboards or niches within them; otherwise, look for anywhere that storage could be added, from above the door to below the basin, even behind the bath panel or a rack inside the shower.

3 Make the most of natural light Enhance the space by getting the most light possible through the windows – make sure nothing on the sills is blocking it, and that window treatments do not cover any part of the glass. Then bounce the light around the room by using mirrors and glossy tiles.

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smooth-flowing space; instead, choose recessed spotlights, or neat directional lights mounted on a slender track. As a hidden light source you could fit LED strips beneath wall units, with a baffle board in front to avoid glare, and don’t forget an illuminated mirror. Bear in mind that fittings will need to be IPrated for safety (ask advice from your electrician).

7 Two-in-one is best Never have two pieces of furniture when you can have just one – multifunction is the way to go. Choose towel radiators, storage seats, mirrored cabinets and basins with cupboards beneath, for example.

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4 Select fittings wisely There are plenty of bathroom fittings on the market designed for small bathrooms that don’t compromise on looks or function, including short-projection WCs, shower-baths, thinbut-tall towel rails and ultra-slim basins. For awkward spaces, look for corner showers, basins and even WCs. Wall or mixer taps create room on a small basin, and check that it has space for soap – you might need to add a wall-mounted dispenser.

5 Raise it off the floor Even without using smaller-than-average or ingeniously shaped fittings, it is possible to make a bathroom appear more spacious than it really is by installing wall-mounted pieces. Not only do they look modern and sophisticated, but they also show off the floor space beneath, and the more floor you can see, the bigger the room appears.

Getting rid of your radiator can potentially free up a valuable amount of floor space and, if you are renovating your bathroom, installing underfloor heating is relatively easy and inexpensive, using either loose wiring or mats.

9 Employ visual tricks It may seem counter-intuitive, but large-format tiles (wall or floor) can work better in compact bathrooms than smaller tiles, which may appear fussy. With fewer grout lines, large tiles look sleek and are also easier to maintain.

6 Lighting is vital Try to create a suitably bright and breezy bathroom lighting scheme that meets all your requirements, from putting on make-up to reading in the bath. Avoid lights that dangle or protrude too much, as they will interrupt the impression of

Slimline storage is ideal for a small space. Essentials Jax ladder rail, £59; Jax wall unit, £69; (www.made.com).

10 Assess your window options Curtains in a bathroom make a pleasant change to the hard surfaces elsewhere, but in a small room it is best to avoid anything too flouncy. Floaty sheers in simple gathers are better than dark, heavy fabrics – a flat panel of muslin threaded onto a pole or wire across the bottom half of the window could work well. Alternatively, try a neat Roman or roller blind, waterproof louvre shutters or simple frosted glass.

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Chocolate Easter eggs Chocolate contains theobromine, which is highly toxic to your dog or cat. Although dark chocolate contains the most theobromine, the levels in milk chocolate are also sufficient to cause serious health problems. It’s advisable to consult your vet as a matter of urgency if you know that your pet has consumed chocolate – symptoms include rapid breathing, hyperactivity, seizures, vomiting and diarrhoea.

Slug and snail pellets As spring is ‘slug season’, you may be tempted to use slug pellets to control this problem in your garden. Dogs and cats tend to find slug pellets tasty, however, and as many brands contain a poisonous substance called metaldehyde, your pet’s health is at serious and immediate risk after ingestion. Look out for symptoms such as muscle spasms, seizures and lack of coordination, and contact your vet as a matter of urgency. www.nawt.org.uk/advice/keeping-pets-safe-spring www.pets4homes.co.uk/pet-advice/spring-safety-tips-fordog-owners.html www.vets-now.com/2017/01/spring-hazards-cats/

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The goal of the Great British Spring Clean is to inspire 500,000 people to get outdoors, get active and help clear up the rubbish around them, so that they can ‘live and work in places that they can be proud of and prosper in.’ The campaign works with individuals, businesses, organisations and public bodies, and has some big-name supporters including Coca-Cola Great Britain, Lidl, McDonalds, Wrigley, Costa, Iceland, KFC, Greggs, Stagecoach, the RSPCA, the RSPB and the Marine Conservation Society.

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“Need some help, young lady?” The young supermarket assistant leaned over his desk, speaking slowly as if talking to a small child. I had already moved away from the checkout area, but couldn’t help glancing back to see who was being served. The ‘young lady’ in question was actually a well-dressed woman in her mid-eighties, who had paused to search for something in her handbag. It wasn’t clear whether the assistant was being ironic or whether he genuinely believed he was being helpful, but whatever his intention, the elderly customer chose to ignore his flippant remark. She presented the discount voucher she had been looking for, tapped her payment card smartly on the handset, picked up her shopping and left with a polite “Thank you”. As I drove home, I found the scene kept playing over and over in my mind. Not because the checkout assistant had been rude or unhelpful, but because he had treated this customer differently due to her age. Almost 50 years ago the American gerontologist Robert N Butler coined the term ‘ageism’ to describe what happens when a person is stereotyped and discriminated against because they are older. Examples can cover anything from an unkind, age-related comment to losing your job – or not getting an interview in the first place – because others think your age makes you unemployable. It is estimated that 901 million people across the world are over the age of 60 and that number is predicted to reach 1.4 billion by 2030. Most people are now living longer thanks to improvements in health care, but instead of celebrating this as a positive development, it seems that we prefer to dwell on the negative aspects of ageing.

Who has the last laugh? Compared with the rest of Europe, Britain has one of the worst records when it comes to age discrimination, and the British sense of humour could be partly to blame for this. Selfdeprecating jokes may be a hallmark of our culture, but we can hardly complain about discrimination when we’re so ready to advertise the drawbacks of age so widely on greetings cards and items of clothing. There would be an outcry if similar statements were used to in connection with race or disability, but we are happy to send a birthday card or wear a t-shirt joking about age-related mental and physical issues that include bladder malfunctions, memory lapses, erectile dysfunction and hearing loss. The media is just as guilty when it comes to reinforcing negative stereotypes. When researchers from the universities of Exeter and Kent carried out a survey of 1,500 articles from tabloid and broadsheet newspapers from across the political spectrum, they found few positive stories about people aged 70 and over: the vast majority were concerned with topics such as the rising cost of pensions and the burden older people place on the NHS. Such is the stigma attached to growing old that some people seem to regard any age-related adjective as a potential insult. In 2016 TV presenter Jeremy Paxman, then aged 66, referred to the older generation as ‘virtual corpses’ after picking up a copy of the Mature Times – a publication aimed at the over-

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Celebrities and ageing However it seems the tide has started to turn. Hollywood is a place where all the isms – racism, sexism and ageism – are deeply entrenched, but after the recent wave of harassment scandals there are signs that its famous actors are now turning the spotlight on age discrimination and casual ageism. Helen Mirren has questioned cosmetic giant L’Oreal’s use of the term ‘anti-ageing’ for its products (because it subtly implies that ageing is something we should fight), while Meryl Streep has talked about the ageist attitudes of casting directors (she was offered three ‘witch’ roles as soon as she turned forty). Cameron Diaz believes that people power will eventually conquer ageism. She told Harper’s Bazaar: “We don’t have to look at ageing as a bad thing. We are the masses. We have the power to say, ‘I’m actually going to embrace this because I am valuable and I have more to offer than someone who hasn’t had the experience that I have’.” Just as these Hollywood ‘A’ listers are becoming role models for their peers, I must confess that the lady in the supermarket has become something of a role model for me. No one should have to suffer the indignities of casual ageism, but if and when it does happen to me, I hope to meet it with dignity, just as she did.

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ABOUT THE LAMBORGHINI URUS

Lamborghini has taken the wraps off its controversial Urus 4x4 – but not everyone thinks it looks bellissimo.

While an off-roader from a traditional sports car manufacturer is always going to raise eyebrows, it seems the internet is aghast at everything from the door handles to the new Italian car’s name. On the plus side, the Urus has a 4.0-litre turbocharged V8 under the bonnet packing 641bhp, allowing the SUV to reach a top speed of 186mph – that’s quicker than the Bentley Bentayga. It also gets all manner of off-road tech designed to make it capable in all conditions, not just on the road. However, despite the incredible technology, a lot of people don’t like the way the Urus looks. So what exactly has got up people’s noses?

The rear door handles Once you’ve spotted them, they’re hard to un-see. For some reason, Lamborghini placed the handles on the rear wheel arch and they look like ugly barnacles. With many manufacturers working hard to integrate handles into creases and curves of bodywork so they don’t ruin lines, it appears Lamborghini’s designers forgot it needed them and stuck them on at the last minute.

The name Roughly translated, the name Urus refers to extinct wild relations of domestic cattle. We get the association with bulls – there’s one on the Lamborghini crest, after all – but this one seems just a little tenuous.

Lower down, the switchgear, steering settings and drive mode controllers have all been lumped together. It all looks just a little clumsy – and not particularly user-friendly.

Front sensor In order to top the latest safety tests, manufacturers have to incorporate the semi-autonomous technology in their cars. This relies on sensors at the front of the car. Most car makers tuck them away neatly in the front of the grille, but Lamborghini seems to have chosen to make it a ‘feature’. Unfortunately, it does stick out a fair bit and makes the front end of the car look less finished than it should – we’d have liked to have seen it fit flusher with the front bumper.

Rear styling The back of the Urus hasn’t gone down well with some internet commentators – most labelling it fussy and over-styled. The quad exhaust pipes appear to be angled out, rather than pointing directly rearward – a strange styling touch that will also take some getting used to.

The Urus moniker sounds clunky and it’s far from the sleek Lambo names of old – evocative names like Miura, Diablo and Countach. Even Gallardo has more panache than the new 4x4.

The interior It’s hard to ignore the influence that Lamborghini parent Audi has had over the Urus’ interior. The large infotainment screen looks good, but unfortunately that’s where the design appeal stops.

Side profile You’d expect a Lamborghini-made SUV to incorporate a little sleekness in its design, but unfortunately that doesn’t seem to be the case with the Urus. The windscreen is very upright, while the rear three-quarters has a rather unfortunate hint of a Hyundai Veloster in it. Just don’t say that too loudly – it will upset the Italians.

by James Bagott

MOTOR & LEISURE

Cusco

THE INCA CAPITAL IN PERU

The Incas got it right. Up in the Andes, this was a great location for their capital, a remote plateau ringed by mountains and blessed by fertile valleys. Even today Cusco appears almost unreal, a hidden city basking in subtropical highlands at 3,400 metres. Eucalyptus rise in the thin mountain air, red-roofed houses clamber up the lower slopes and the sound of Andean flutes echoes along the streets. Little is known about the early Killke settlers but the first Incas arrived in the 1200s, led by Manco Capac whose origins remain shrouded in legend. The city reached its apogee from 1438 onwards when, after defeating the Chacas, Pachacuti came to power. Ninth ruler and ‘world shaker’, he transformed the Inca kingdom into one of the world’s greatest empires and rebuilt the capital with highways, irrigation channels, terraced gardens, ceremonial plaza with a gold-covered altar, magnificent Temple of the Sun and other major buildings near the Saphi stream, the mythical origins of Cusco. That’s where the Spanish conquistadors entered the heart of the city in 1533, described by their leader Francisco Pizarro as ‘very noble and great’ with palaces, regular streets and a temple studded with gold, ‘fabulous beyond belief’. The Incas attempted to regain control in 1536 but failed after a ten months siege. Now the time had come to build churches, convent, cathedral and more, using the old Inca walls as foundations. Earthquakes have often damaged the Spanish buildings but Inca walls survived and in 1983 Cusco became a Unesco site for its combined Inca and colonial heritage.

The Santo Domingo Convent and Church is a striking example, built originally on the sacred site of Coricancha and the most important Temple of the Sun. Today one can still sense the haunting presence of the Incas drifting along the preHispanic walls. Other popular churches include La Merced and the Jesuits’, both famous for their Cusco Baroque style, while in the cathedral the Quechua builders, descendants of the Incas, made sure they left their mark. Guides will point out the suggestive phallic symbols, dear to the Incas, carved on the choir stalls but most surprising of all is the 18th century painting of the Last Supper. Forget bread and wine, here Jesus and the apostles are sharing Andean cheese, local fruit and a guinea pig, the traditional Peruvian dish. The cathedral opens on the Plaza de Armas, the colourful central square, which hosts two stunning festivals in June, the religious Feast of Corpus Christi and on the 24th - the winter solstice in the southern hemisphere - the Inca Festival of the Sun. A gentle stroll from the plaza, the artisans’ district of San Blas is a different world, winding through a maze of steps and alleyways where a mysterious twelve-angled stone holds pride of place in one of the best-preserved Inca walls. But on the hilltop above town, the largest stones of any Inca archaeological site are found in the Saksayhuman fortress, built by the Killke then massively extended by Pachacuti. Meanwhile, just along the path, a giant statue of Christ looks down on the old capital still shaped like a puma, the sacred animal of the Incas. With its rich heritage and vibrant colours, Cusco is indeed a lovely place to explore before heading to Machu Picchu on the scenic rail journey or one of the high altitude treks for the truly adventurous.

by Solange Hando

MOTOR & LEISURE

20 is Plenty There is no doubt our roads are getting safer. Annual road deaths from 2013 - 2016 are around 1,750, lower than the 1990s when they were well above 3,000. However, there has been an increase in fatalities in built-up areas involving elderly pedestrians. To try and reduce this figure, local authorities are introducing 20 mph speed limits in urban areas. This lower speed limit is not new: 20 mph zones have been used in lots of places for many years. So zone or limit: what’s the difference? 20 mph zones are usually found in urban areas and are designed to be ‘self-policing’, with the use of measures such as humps, pinch points and chicanes to slow traffic and indicate that the road is shared with pedestrians and other road users. A 20 mph limit area differs in that motorists are alerted to this lower speed limit either via repeated permanent signs or flashing indicators at key places and times, e.g. outside a school at pick-up time. Research shows that 20 mph limits are very effective at reducing deaths and injuries. Highlighting the reason for the lower speed limit, by the use of ‘Frail pedestrians’

or ‘Pedestrians in road ahead’ triangular warning signs or the yellow ‘school zone’ sign, also helps. Having been a witness to a fatal accident involving an elderly pedestrian, I welcome these speed-reduced zones. Frankly, in urban areas, going above the 30 mph limit only gets us to the next red light quicker, so what’s the issue with driving a little slower if it saves a life? By Iain Betson

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Admaston

at Admaston House Comm. Centre: Mon: Yoga; 6.30-8pm Tue: Pushchair people 9.30am-12pm, Guitar lessons 4.30-7pm, Brownies 5.30-6.45pm, Guides 7-8.30pm, Rangers 7-8.30pm Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Tuesday (term time) 4.15-5.30pm (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Wed: WI 2-4pm (1st Wed of mth), Weight Watchers 5:30&7pm, Bollywood Dancing 6.45-8.30pm Thu: Scouts 7-9pm, Explorers (age14-18) 7.30-9.30pm, Ladies alpha 7.30-9.30pm. Fri: Youth club 7.30-9pm. If you would like further info. on above visit www.admastonhouse.org.uk or contact Moira Hoath on 07722 213264.

Church Aston

Pitchcroft & Church Aston WI - Meetings held 3rd Wed of month in Church Hall, Church Aston at 7.30 pm. Variety of speakers & demonstrations. Guests admission is £3.50. Contact Linda Browning 01952 876306 for further details. Church Aston Gardening Club meets the 3rd Mon monthly 8pm, Church Aston Church Hall. New Members welcome. Sylvia 01952 812092 Crafty Sew and Sews - we meet for sewing, knitting and other crafts at the Church Hall, Church Aston on Tuesdays from 2-4pm. New members welcome. Church Aston Thursday Club meet fortnightly Thu afternoon 2pm till 4pm, speakers, outings. Contact Sylvia 01952 402744 or 812092 at Church Aston Village Hall: Mon: 10-11am Zumba, 11.30-12.30 Beg. Pilates, 2-4pm U3A Sewing/Craft Grp (alt. wks), 7-10pm Whist Tue: 10-12 Tai Chi, 6.30-9.30pm Line Dancing Wed: 9.30-10.25 Easy Tone, 10.30-11.15 Kettle Bell Class, 4.30-4.30 Kids Dance Classes, 7-10pm Whist Thu: 2-4pm Whist, 6-8pm Cubs Fri: 2-4pm Tea dance, 4.15-6 Twinkle toe dance, 6-7 Beavers, 7-8 Scouts Sun: From 7pm Ballroom Dance Lessons

Dawley

Telford Hot Trax Radio Controlled Car Club - Meets every Wednesday at Dawley Social Club, King St, Telford TF4 2AG @ 7.30pm to 10pm. Contact: 07834 808943 Dawley Traditional Market - Every Friday, Meadow Rd car park. Contact 01952 380934 Telford Christian Fellowship, Christian Worship & Prayer for Healing, Sun 10:30am12pm at the Dawley Hse, 2 Burton St, Dawley TF4 2ES. Contact Giles Higgins 01952 272961 www.tcfonline.org.uk Dawley Christian Centre: Mon: 5-8pm Brownies & Rainbows, Tue: 9.30-11.30 - Stay & play groups for under 5’s Fri: 2-4pm - Computer Club (3rd Fri each mth) 9-12 Table Top Sale

Donnington

Players wanted - Tickled Pink Ukulele Band Practice nights Wednesdays Asda Donnington. Uke players needed Contact us at: tpinkukes@gmail.com or call 07939 021162 Oakengates Rangers Colts U11’s Football Club - are looking to recruit male and female players for the 2014/2015 season if you are currently aged 10-11 please feel free to come along.Training every Thursday, 6pm to 7:30pm at Donnington football pitches (near Little Theatre). Contact Nik: 07506 722488 or Saul: 07411 467341. Telford Sea Cadets – Tue & Thu nights 6.459pm, Cadets is for ages 12-18, Juniors 1011. See website for details or contact us by email: Telford.seacadets@yahoo.com

Thu - The Creation Station ‘Little Explorer’ pre-schooler arts & crafts sessions. Cordingley Hall, Wellington Road. 10.15 to 11.05 (term-time) Call to book your place 0844 854 9128. at Donnington Methodist Church: 2nd Sunday of every month - Messy Church (3-4.30pm). Everyone invited. If you are a child you will need to bring an adult with you! An hour of fun, games & craft activities, don’t wear your best clothes. Donations welcomed. We don’t expect you to belong to a church.

Edgmond

at Edgmond Village Hall: Toddler group 10.30-11.30 (term time only) - Contact Lindsay 07739 161269 Mon (term time only): Painting - drawing classes 1.00-3.30pm. More details Cynthia James 07722 624 210. Every 3rd Wed of Month - Edgmond W.I 7.30-10pm. Visitors welcome: £3.50, incl. refreshments. Contact Dianne: 01952 825564. Every 1st Sat of Month - Table Top Sale 9.30am-12.30. Bacon sandwiches, tea/ coffee & cakes. £5 table, free entry contact Janis 07739 634703 Antoaneta's Writers' Edgmond meet on 1st Wed of month at 5.30pm in members own homes. New members are welcomed. We are a small and friendly group keen to advance our writing. Contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@ hotmail.com for more info.

Hadley

Hadley Five O Club - for over 50s meets most Mondays 9-45am to 12-noon at Hadley United Services clubroom. Talks, entertainers, trips out, refreshments etc Call in, or ring Keith on 01952-244804. Hadley Traditional Market - Wed every week, Hadley Local Centre. Contact 01952 380934 Telford Wine Making & Home Brewing Club - at Hadley Rest Rooms, (by the Sikh Temple) on the 1st Thu of month 7.45 to 8pm. For info contact Chris Hall on 01384 345408 or Annette Jones on annette. jones234@yahoo.com Parkinson’s Telford & Wrekin Support Group - We offer support and friendship to people living with Parkinson’s, their families and carers. Come along to our friendly group, meet other people affected by Parkinson’s and get involved in a range of events and activities. Castle Farm Community Centre in Hadley, 1-3pm on the last Tue of every month. T: 01952 253877

Horsehay

Horsehay and District Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 3rd Mon of each month at Horsehay Village Hall at 7.30pm. Call 01952 503535 for more info. Horsehay Methodist Church - coffee morning on Wed 10.30-noon. Parents & toddlers on Fri mornings 10-11.30am. Youth group Fri 7-8.30pm (10 to 14 yr olds)

Ketley

Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Saturday (term time) 9.30-11.00am at Ketley Community Centre (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Telford Stamp and Card Club meets on the second Monday of each month (except July and August) at 7.30pm at Ketley Community Centre, Telford, TF1 5AN. Visitors welcome.

Lawley

Learn to Play Bridge - at Lawley Community Centre. For further information contact Peter Seager on 01952 419999 Lawley WI meet on the 1st Tue of every month at 7.15pm StJohn’s Church Hall at Lawley. For more info. call Jill Gould on 01952 597994.

Leegomery

Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Thursday (term time) 4.30-5.45pm at Leegomery Community Centre (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk

Lilleshall

Lilleshall Women’s Institute - Open to all age groups - speakers, demonstrations, refreshments and raffle. At Lilleshall Memorial Hall 3rd Tue of month 7.30pm. Guests £2 per session. Contact Francis Taylor 01952 604718

Madeley

Madeley Art Club - meets every Mon (exc. Bank Hols), 9:30am-12 noon @ Jubilee Hall, Madeley - all over 55’s welcome. For more info call Aneita on 01952 590304. Madeley Traditional Market - Tue & Sat – every week, Russell Square. Contact 01952 380934 Life Drawing - every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm at Jubilee House, Madeley. Excellent tutor. For more info. call the WEA 01952 614451 or email telfordcentre@wea.org.uk. 1st Wed each month - Madeley Townswomen Guild meets 7.30pm at the Common Room, Bridle Court, Bridle Rd. Madeley, TF7 5SG Contact 01952 878069.

Muxton

Muxton Movers walking group - meet on a Tue & Thu evening, 7.15pm at Muxton School for an hour of fairly flat walking. Sundays, at 6.30pm, cover approx. 7 miles, in 1.5hrs. New members are welcome! at St John’s Church Muxton: Mon: 12:30-2:15pm NCT Bumps and Babes group - for parents and carers with children under 2, £1.50 donation Painting Club 2-4pm (term time). Tue: Tiny Tots (10am, term time), Rainbows - followed by Brownies & Guides Wed: In Stitches 2pm (1st & 3rd Wed) Embroiderers Guild 8pm (every 4th Wed) Muxton Ladies 7.45pm (1st Wed each mth) Thu: Forget Me Not Films 9.30am Monthly, Afternoon Fellowship 2.30-4pm monthly & Beacon 7.45pm Fri: Join us 4 a Cuppa! 11am Monthly plus litter pick, Lunch Club Over 50’s (1st Fri of mth) Sub:Zero – Youth Cafe, yrs7+ 4-6pm Sat: Prayer Breakfast (bi-monthly) Available for hire for parties etc.. Sun: Church Services 11am Available for hire for parties etc.. If you would like further info. on the above activities - contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

17th Apr (Tue) - Newport Shropshire U3A Malcolm Whittal will present "Cartoon Fun for Beginners". at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Road, Newport at 2pm. Admission £1. Members and visitors are most welcome to come along. 15th May (Tue) - Newport Shropshire U3A Annual general meeting at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Road, Newport at 2pm (Members ONLY). Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 4.15-5.30pm at Newport Cricket Club (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@ cookstars.co.uk Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 6.30-8.15pm at Burton Borough Home Ec Room (Ages 10-17), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Gnosall, Newport & District Lions Club. 1st Mon monthly at 8pm - Community Room, Gnosall Fire Station, Wharf Road ST20 0DB. For people interested in helping in the community. Contacts: Pat 01785 780032 or John 01952 273919. Newport Writers' Circle meet on 2nd Wed of month (except Aug), 10.30am in the library. New members welcomed. A friendly group who share their stories in a warm and welcoming way. Contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@ hotmail.com for more info. Newport (SALOP) and District Male Voice Choir - seeking new members for well established friendly choir, meet 7.30pm on Mondays at Trinity Church Wellington Rd Newport. Novices are welcome, come along for a taster session. You do not to be a Tom Jones, just someone who can hold a note and fit in to the choir. For more infor visit our website, or call 01952 813267. Newport Afternoon Guild meet on the 1st

Wed 2-4pm at the Cosy Hall in Newport. Call 01952 825 287 for further infomation. Newport Bridge Academy - Meet Mondays 7pm at Royal Naval Association, Bellmans Yard, Newport. All standards welcome very friendly club. Expert tuition every week from EBU Grand master & qualified teacher, followed by duplicate bridge. Easy parking and tea/coffee included. Please call Grahame on 07541 048785 or Bob on 07907 887010 or email newport.bridge. academy@outlook.com Newport Bridge Club meet Tue & Thu 7pm at The Hub St Mary Street Newport. We welcome duplicate bridge players of all standards. Interested? Come and join us. Call 01952 814474 for more details or e-mail info@newport-bridge-club.co.uk The Dalen Singers is a small, friendly, mixed voice choir founded 30 years ago in Newport. Rehearsals on Tue evenings, 7pm at Trinity Church, Wellington Road, Newport. If you would like to meet us just come to rehearsals, you will be very welcome, or ring secretary 01952 811741 for more information. Cygnus Book Club – Come along and join a friendly group as we discuss a spiritual book or theme of the month – all whilst enjoying drinks and cake! Contact Romella 07894 812440 Used Toner Cartridges - Shrewsbury Music Therapy Trust are collecting and recycling used printer ink-jet cartridges in order to raise funds to support children with learning difficulties. Drop off in the pharmacy side of Boots in the High Street, Newport. Dressmaking Classes at Cosy Hall, Newport on Thu’s - 10am-12.30pm and 7.309.30pm ‘Saturday Sewing Bee’ 2-5pm, monthly. Details and booking contact Catherine on 01952 276061. catherine@ lovedressmaking.co.uk www.facebook. com/lovedressmaking Toy Library in Cottage Care Centre, Newport, every Friday 9.45-11.30, preschool age. Contact Steve Ravenscroft 01952 811935 or just call in. Newport RNA Club - Excellent venue with warm friendly atmosphere. Function room for hire. Mon - bridge club, Tue - open mic, Wed - pool, Thu - bingo, Fri - dominoes/ quiz nights/live entertainment, Sat - live entertainment. Pay on door. Non-Members £3. 07772 611540 Serendipity Singles, 45+, established in Shropshire, now meeting in Newport. Full details from 07704 792610 Newport Scouts, Longford Road HQ. Beavers, Thu’s at 6pm; Cubs, Wed’s at 6pm; Scouts, Wed’s 7.30 pm. Contact: Liz on 07780 611260 Newport Flower Arranging Class - held every Thursday (starting 25th Sep14) 1:303pm at Newport Cricket Club. Qualified teacher, all welcome, inc. beginners. Contact Catherine Bentley on 01952 811989. The Guild of Silk Painters - meetings are held from 7-9.30pm on the third Monday of each month atCosy Hall, Water Lane Newport. Contact - Margaret 01785 254803, Diana 01785 223339 or Anethia 01952 813101. Female 77 - Meetings held every Wednesday during term time at Newport Cottage Hospital 8pm. Speakers,demonstrations and outings. New members welcome. Contact Chris 01952 811533 Newport Wine Appreciation Group meet from 7pm-9pm on Tue’s at Cosy Hall, Newport. Beginners and more experienced enthusiasts welcome. Contact Geoff on 01743 884658 Newport Life Drawing and Figure Sculpting Workshops – Saturday mornings at Adams’ Grammar School. For further information please call Michael on 07528489320 or email michaeljamespotter@hotmail.co.uk Newport Farmers’ Market – 3rd Thu of every month, The Square and The Buttercross, Newport – Contact Tel 01952 380934 Newport Trefoil Guild meets monthly on a Thursday at Cosy Hall, Water Lane. All members/ex members of Girl Guiding welcome. Contact Cris 01952 253960 for further details. Newport Photographic Club - meet 7.45pm on Tues (Sep-Jun) in the Baptist Church Hall in Water Lane, Newport. See www. newportphotoclub.com for details.

COMMUNITY & WHATS ON

Oakengates

Table top sale - first Saturday of each month, 10am -12pm at the Holy Trinity Church in Wrockwardine wood and Oakengates. Contact Tanya May 07990 767855 (visit our facebook page for events: Holy Trinity Church Wrockwardine Wood) Oakengates Traditional Market - Saturday – every week, Limes Walk. Contact 01952 380934. The Telford & District branch of the Multiple Sclerosis Society hold a Monthly Social on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall in Oakengates. There is a short chair based exercise session followed by refreshments & a chance to chat - open to anyone affected by MS. Branch Helpline number: 07866 628593. Boys’ Brigade - Tue at Oakengates United Church - 6pm Anchor Boys, 7pm Junior Boys Section. Friday - 7pm Company Section (boys and girls school year 7+). Contact Dave on 07548 574901. Oakengates Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 4th Thu of each month at the United Reform Church at 7pm. Call 01952 261 207 for more info.

Priorslee

Sewing For Pleasure - Sewing Machine Classes every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm, University Campus Telford, Conference Centre, Priorslee. TF2 9NN All abilities welcome. Call Nicky on 01952 201502 for more details or see our Facebook page facebook.com/MaudeandRose. Tea & Natter at St. Peter’s Church, Church Rd, Priorslee, 2pm-3pm, bring & buy with a draw. Every 4th Thu of the month. Come and join us for a chat with drinks & refreshments 50p – all are welcome. AgeUk over 60’s Pub Lunch Club at the The Lion Inn, Priorslee, meet 2nd Monday of each month. Please contact Pauline Comley for further details 01952 200359 Family Praise at St Peters Church, Church Rd, Priorslee: All-Age Worship, 2nd Sunday of each month, 1/2hour service, 10-10:30am, ideal for children! Contact Chris Harris 07941 961461 or email stpeterspriorslee@ btinternet.com Priorslee Lions Chess Club Monday nights from 7:30pm The Lion, Shifnal Road, Priorslee www.priorsleelionschessclub.co.uk Whist Drive - Every Sat, at Priorslee Scout Hut, 7pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details. Carers` Group meets every last Tue of month, 2.30-4.30pm at the Old Fire Station, Shifnal. Contact Ivy 01952 750228 (day only) for more details.

Shawbirch

Shawbirch Community Centre: Mon-Fri: Little Chicks Pre-School 9am 3pm Mon: Youth Club 10-15 yrs (6–8pm) Wed: Bridge Club (7pm – 10pm) Fri: Telford Stage School - 5.45pm The community centre is available to hire evenings & weekends. For further info. call 01952 248538.

Sheriffhales

Sheriffhales W.I. - Meet every 4th Thursday, 7.30pm at Sheriffhales village hall. For further info contact Janet 07964 370679.

Shifnal

7th Apr (Sat) – Musical Celebration - 100 Years of the Royal Air Force, 7:30-10pm at Idsall School TF11 8PD. Tickets available from Co-op Shifnal or online at www.bit.ly/ raf100concert - tickets £10 (£5 under 16's). 24th Apr (Tue) – Wrekin U3A. 2pm, Shifnal Village Hall. "The History of Chocolate - all about chocolate, with tastings" by Janette Rowlatt. Visitors welcome £2. Details at: https://.u3asites.org.uk/wrekin 22nd May (Tue) – Wrekin U3A. 2pm, Shifnal Village Hall. "Positively Overcoming Adversity, a Paralympian gives advice on coping with life changes". Visitors welcome £2. Details at: https://.u3asites.org.uk/ wrekin Shifnal in Stitches - Informal knitting and crochet group meeting at Odfellows every 3rd Tue of the month, 7-9pm. All ages

and all skill levels welcome. Find us on facebook.com/shifnalinstitches or email shifnalinstitches@gmail.com Shifnal Senior Citizens meet every Friday afternoon in the Social Club in Curriers Lane, Shifnal at 2-4pm Membership £6 per year. All Senior Citizens are welcome. Shifnal Tots and Toddlers meet every Thursday 9:15am til 11am in term time at the Youth Club, Bridgnorth Road. Children 4 years and under with their carers welcome. Shifnal Tennis Club - Social play every Mon & Wed 6.30 onwards. New members always welcome including beginners or ‘back to tennis’ , junior coaching available throughout the week. Contact Merill Holt 07762 15270 or Head Coach Ian Gillespie 07761 970759 for juniors. LIVE AT HOME - Support for older people offering friendship and company, activities and entertainment, outings and visits, theatre trips and exercise. Contact Rachel on 01952 879873 Shifnal ART Group - Fri’s 10am-12. £5. Senior Citizens Hall, Curriers Ln. T&C. contact Jim 01952 463211. Get Shifnal On Line - Free computer lessons are on offer from local volunteers in Shifnal library. If you have no knowledge of computers, but would like to learn at your own pace, call 07805 632225. Carers` Group meets every last Tue of month, 2.30-4.30pm at the Old Fire Station, Shifnal. Contact Ivy 01952 750228 (daytimes only) for more details. Shifnal Men’s Link - Meet 3 times a year (Feb, Jun & Oct) at Haughton Hall for a meal with a guest speaker. Contact Chris Blake on 01952 463171 or email: info@ shifnal-mens-link.co.uk Shifnal Ladies Link - Meet 3 times a year (Feb, Jun & Oct) at Haughton Hall for a meal with a guest speaker. Contact Sue Blake on 01952 463171 or email: info@ shifnal-ladies-link.co.uk Stagekids of Shifnal - for 6–16s meet every Thu during term time at The Youth Club, Bridgnorth Rd, Shifnal, 6–11 yr olds meet at 6.45pm-8pm, 12–16 yr olds meet 8pm9.45pm. Contact Sandra on 01952 462759 Shifnal Millennium Sensory Garden - The working party meets each month from March through to end of Nov on the 1st & 3rd Sat’s 9.30am-noon and the 2nd & 4th Thu’s 9.30am-noon. Enthusiastic helpers welcome as supervision given. Contact Pauline - 01952 460914 or Angela - 01952 462627 for more details or just turn up on the day. Shifnal Flower Club meet 4th Tue of every month at Shifnal Village Hall at 7.30pm. Professional Floral Art Demonstrations, Garden Visits & Outings, if you love flowers, come & join us. Call Sue Munslow on 01952 461076 Shifnal Flower Club Workshop is 3rd Tue of every month at Curriers Lane Room, Shifnal - 7.30pm. Learn how to produce your own floral arrangement. Members £2, non members £4. Call Chris Finlan on 01952 750312. Shifnal & District Male Voice Choir meet on Thu at 7.30pm at Idsall School (6th form common room). New recruits welcome. Contact Ged Heyes on 01952 586968, for further details. St Andrews Church, Shifnal - Every Tue 10am – 12 noon Coffee and a listening ear in the Brooke Room. Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal - Every Wednesday 10am - 12 noon all welcome to drop in for a drink & a chat. Ladybirds tots and toddlers meet every Friday from 10-11.30am at Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal. All children under 5 and their carers are welcome. St Mary’s Church Presbytery, Victoria Road, Shifnal - Coffee Morning every Thu. All welcome for a drink and a chat.

St Georges

Telford & Wrekin Arthritis Support Group, meet monthly at St. George’s Sports & Social Club, Church St. 7.30–9.30pm. Also organize trips with side lift coaches and a 5 days holiday once a year with disabled access. Hydrotherapy sessions Thu 5–7pm, by appt only. For further details contact Mrs. Pat Watkins on 01952 618381. at St Georges Methodist Church: Mon - 4pm Rainbows / 5.45pm Brownies (Contact: 01952 293944) Wed - Snedshill & District Over 60’s Club -

meet 1pm (T: 618221 - Lois Bull) 1st Wed of every month - St Georges WI meet in the Church Hall at 7pm - contact A. Chetwood 01952 618353 for further details. Thu - 6pm Guides / 7.45pm Morningside Ladies Choir (Contact 01952 619347) Thu - 9:30-11:30am - Little Fishes under 5’s group. For all pre-school children and their carers. Meets in the St Georges Methodist Church Hall. £1.50 per family to include snacks and drinks. Contact Kate on 07976 460777.

Telford - Town Centre

Tuesday Group lively discussions in a good humoured atmosphere. Women meeting 10:30 to 12:30 on 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month. Venue subject to change. Contact Brenda on 01952 610939.

Trench

ATC meet at TA Centre, Territorial House, Trench, Telford between 18.45 - 21.30 every Tue & Thu night. Contact number for Sqn 01952 670720

Wellington

14th Apr (Sat) - Telford Stamp, Card and Coin Fair - Belmont Hall, Wellington Centre, Telford, TF1 1LU, 10am to 3pm, free entry, good range of stalls, free valuations, buy and sell, home made refreshments. Free adjacent car park, train station close by, bus via Telford Centre to nearby local bus station. Further details from Bob Pilkington, T: 01299 211737. sbpilkington02@outlook.com. Severn Harmony Ladies Barbershop Chorus meets every Monday from 7.30-9.30pm at Wellington Methodist Church,New Street,TF1 1LU for singing and fun. For more info. contact Membership Secretary, Carol Shore on 01952 597851 or 07792 862826. Wellington, the home of The Telfordaires Barbershop Harmony Chorus. For the MALE voice. If you can or can’t sing, just like to try, or need some entertainment for an event. Contact us on 0845 463 1618 Art and Craft fun for toddlers - every Friday at 11am at Wellington Methodist Church. Contact Kirsty on 07741 066858 or kirsty@art4tots.com or visit www.Art4Tots. com for further details. Art for Enjoyment - at Wellington Methodist Church - Tue mornings or afternoons, and now on Thu afternoons as well, 1.30 - 3.30pm. Call Liz Doody, the course tutor for more info. or to book your place on 07970 709116. SUNNYCROFT - 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington. House, gardens and tearoom open Fri-Mon 10.30am-5pm, last admission to house 4pm. Telford Lions Club - Meet on 2nd & 4th Monday each month at 8pm, at the Whitehouse Hotel, Watling Street, Wellington. To find out more about us, our activities and how to join us, t: 0845 833 9585 or email telford.lions@yahoo.com Car boot sale – Every Sunday, Victoria Road and Nailors Row car parks – Contact Tel 01952 380934 U3A Wellington - 2nd Thu of each Month meeting at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington - 2pm. Just come along and see what’s on offer, or visit our website. S.T.A.G.s (Strategic Tactical Adventure Gaming Society) one of the biggest wargaming clubs in the country. Historical as well as Sci/Fanasty wargaming. Open every other Sun from 11am to 15.30pm, first visit is free, we meet at Belmont Hall in Wellington. www.freewebs.com/telford_ stags/ T 01952 417417 Questing Knight Games Wellington Jade Singers ladies choir, meet weekly on Thu evenings 7.30-9.30pm Union Free Church Hall, Constitution Hill, Wellington, TF1 3BA, contact Chris Harris 07941 961461 or email jadesingers@ btinternet.com Wrekin Arts Photographic Club meets every Friday at 8pm at the Belfrey Arts Centre Wellington (Sep to Jun). Details from Sheila Thomas on 01952 617170 or www.wrekinartspc.com Eyton & Wellington WI meet 2nd Wed of every month, 7.30pm at Belmont Hall. Belmont Community Hall in Wellington meet every Fri 11.45am-4pm - Over 50’s, tea, raffle, speakers, bingo etc.. £1.50 entry, also lunch available at £3.50 at 12pm -

cooked on the premises. All welcome. For further details contact Margaret Atkinson on 01952 877409. The Wellington Girls’ Brigade meet every Tue in term time from 6-8pm at Wellington Methodist Church. All girls welcome from 5yrs+. For more info. call Tracey on 01952 405178. Wellington Evening Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 1st Tue of each month at 7.30pm at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington. Visitors welcome. Call 413686 for more info. Wellington Central Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 2nd Tue of each month at 2.15pm at the Carvers Close Community Room, Holyhead Rd, Wellington. For more info call 01952 251 364.

Other Areas

Phoenix Club for the widowed - a club for both men and women who are widowed and are ready to restart their social life in a friendly supportive atmosphere. We meet the 2nd Sunday of the month at Codsall Village Hall at 7pm in the summer afternoons and 2.30pm in the winter. We have a varied program of entertainmentand we also organise monthly lunches at local pubs, day trips and holidays. For more information phone Anthea 01952 462905 or Ray 01785 840959. Age UK Lunch Clubs - are held every month at 10 different locations. Ring Age uk Telford (01952 201803) for more details or check out the website: www. ageukshropshireandtelford.org.uk IT Class (for older people) run every Wednesday 3-5pm at Brookside Community Centre. Contact Diane Douglas 01952 201803 ext 001 or diane.douglas@ ageukstw.org.uk Whist Drive - Every Fri, at Buildwas Village Hall, 7pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details. Telford Sign Cafe - want to practice your signing or are you a Deaf Sign Language user who would enjoy helping us! Enjoy a coffee and a chat. All abilities welcome. Meet 3rd Fri of month from 7pm, at The Home Organisation Coffee Shop, Lightmoor. Contact Nikki: nikkibackhouse@ googlemail.com, 07791 724827 Wrockwardine and District Garden Club - Meet on 1st Thu of each month at Wrockwardine Village Hall at 7.30pm. Little Wenlock WI - meet 1st Wed of every month - in the Village Hall at 2pm, new members welcome - contact Diana on 01952 244136 for further details. Severn Sisters WI - Meet every 3rd Wednesday, 7pm at Longdon On Tern Village Hall. For further info contact Paula Pierce 07841 528543 Volunteer and Make a Difference - if you could help Guide Dogs locally with fundraising, sighted guiding or other volunteer roles, please contact Valerie Jobes on 01189 838 756 or valerie.jobes@ guidedogs.org.uk. Further info can be found at www.guidedogs.org.uk. Temponilla a small S.A.T.B. vocal ensemble meet weekly on Monday evenings 7:309pm at Sutton Hill Church, please see web www.temponilla.co.uk for calender of this years events, and contact details if you are intersted in joining the choir. The Wrekin Decorative and Fine Arts Society meets at the Cold War exhibition hall at RAF Cosford Air Museum on the 3rd Mon of the mth at 2pm. Visitors £5. Contact: Louise Nixon 01746 783517 - www. nadfas-wm.org.uk/wrekin.html Telford and Wrekin Ladies Circle is all about fun and friendship – trying something new, relaxing with friends, fundraising & great days out. If you are between 1845 and want to know more contact us at: tandwladiescircle@hotmail.com - 07961 961475 or find us on Facebook. Wrekin Writers meet 3rd Sat of month 9 till noon. Large friendly group that’ll help to motivate you with your writing. Visit www. wrekinwriters.co.uk or call Darren on 01952 405178.

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Local Health, Sport

Admaston

at Admaston House Community Centre (for further info. contact Moira Hoath on 07722 213264): Mon: Yoga (evenings) Contact Janet Evans on 01952 245983 Wed: Weight Watchers 5.30pm & 7pm Thu: Gentle seated and standing exercises for older people. 10.30-11.30am. Qualified tutor £2.50, call Diane Douglas on 01952 201803 for details. Thu: Slimming World - 9.30am, 5.30pm & 7.30pm Contact Sharon on 07775 512563

Church Aston

at Church Aston Village Hall: Wed 9.30-10.25am Easy tone - over 50s & beginners Wed 10.30am-11.15 - Kettlebells Class - all over body workout using kettle shaped weight. Contact Kim on 07795 225017 Thu 11am Medau Movement & Dance exercise with Rosemary 01785 822442.

Dawley

Clubbercise - Mon 6.45-7.35pm Dawley Social Club Kings Street TF4 2AG. All welcome no need to book. Contact Kim - 07724 087516 Touch Rugby - Telford RFC, Hinkshay Road, Telford TF3 3BZ. Wed 7pm ages 14 to adult Men and Women no previous experience required. £free. Just fun and fitness to be had! Ballroom Social Dance Class - Dawley Town Hall, Sun 7.3010.30pm. Call Donna on 01952 567920 Dawley Badminton Club meets on Tues 7-9pm at the Hadley Learning Community, Crescent Rd, Telford, TF1 5JU. We support a good club standard of play using feather shuttles. New members and visitors are welcome. Please come along on Club Night or contact Graeme Hughes on 07912 466207. Slimming World (Tue 9:15am & 11:15am) at Dawley Bank Call Paula on 07791 743509 Pilates Mon 7-8pm at the Pheonix Sports Centre, Telford Langley School. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-asyou-go. Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, email: beryl.feely@gmail.com. Mons’ - 8-10pm - The Ironmen & Severn Gilders Morris dance team – great fun, all welcome, men and ladies, at The Telford Langley School, Duce Drive, Dawley, TF4 3JS. Contact us through our website www.imsg.org.uk or e-mail secretary@imsg.org.uk Dawley Christian Centre: Mon - GKR Karate 6.30-8pm Tue - Keep Fit 10-11am, Badminton Grp 7-9pm Wed - Zumba 8-9pm Thu 9am-12pm Help 2 Quit Smoking

Donnington

Bums n Tums fitness class - at Silver Threads Hall, Donnington 6.30-7.30pm. It would suit all fitness levels and is great fun! Contact Cheryl on 07714 610591 or cheryljauncey2@gmail.com

Edgmond

Yoga, Pilates & Full Body Workout Classes - in the new Studio at Edgmond Village Hall, Shrewsbury Road, Edgmond, Newport, TF10 8HU. Mondays: Pilates at 6pm; Full Body Workout class at 7.15pm; Wednesdays: Yoga at 6pm. Cost: £6 PAYG or £30 in advance for 6 classes. Call/ text 07875 661045 or email denisepheasant@hotmail.com to book.

Hadley

Gentle Exercise (for older people) - at the Methodist Church (Hadley) 2-3pm Mondays. £2.50 per session, all abilities welcome. Exercise Class at Hadley Community Centre (Hadley) Tue 1:00-1:45pm (for older people, but a little more physical). £2.50 per session, all abilities welcome. Slimming World - at HLC, Hadley - 5.30pm & 7.30pm Contact Sharon on 07775 512563 Daisy Birthing classes: Active Antenatal classes on Sat 10-

11:30am at HLC. Suitable for all pregnant mums. Email: janette-davey@thedaisyfoundation.com or phone 07808 066786. Thu mornings at Telford Thai Boxing, Hadley - 10-11am Yoga and 11:15-12:15pm Pilates. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact - 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet.com. Indoor Bowls - Mon & Tue 2-4pm, at Hadley Restrooms. New members VERY welcome, free trial available. For more details contact Peter on 01952 242873. Gymnastics Classes - Monday to Saturday, for beginners - advanced gymnasts. Contact: 07905 956644 or email shootingstarsonline07@yahoo. com Piloxing (Boxing, Pilates & Dance) - Mon 6.30-7.30pm. Zumba - Thu 6.30-7.30pm. Hadley Methodist Church, £3.50. All abilities welcome! Debbie 07891 686812

Jackfield

Club - Tue evenings 8.30 - 10.30pm New members welcome. Contact: Amanda Haselock - 01952 677590 Premier Badminton Club are seeking new members. Tue evenings from 7:30pm at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Contact Anthony 01952 526520 or Rob 01952 840453 www.premier badminton.co.uk Lilleshall Hall Table Tennis Club - meets Mon 7.15-10.15pm in the Ford Hall, Lilleshall National Sports Centre, 12 tables - coaches for juniors & beginners. Sessions £5 adults, juniors. Call Vicky 810355 or Don 416048.

Madeley

Bootcamp/Interval training classes at Bridal Road, Bridal Court, Madeley. Every Tue & Thu 7-8pm. Suits all fitness levels and great fun. Contact Cheryl on 01952 371325 Slimming World- Jubilee House, Madeley High St, Wed at 3.30,5.30 & 7.30 and Sat 8.30 & 10.30am.

Muxton

‘Tap into Health’ - EFT tapping workshops. Relief from stress, pain and more. Wednesdays 10.30 - 11.30 at The Gorge Therapy & Training Centre. £5 or whatever you can manage on the day. Caroline 01952 881151 www. carolinerolling.com Mindful Meditation - Sooth mind, body and spirit. £5. At The GorgeTherapy & Training Centre. For more info contact: Diane 01952 881151 www.you-in-mind.co.uk

at St John’s Church Muxton: Bumps n Babes (NCT) 12.30-2:15pm (fortnightly), sessions £1.50 Slimming World - Mon (9.30, 5.30pm & 7.30pm) contact Celia Powell 07575 123666 Wed: Over 50’s Aerobics (10am) If you would like further info. on the above activities contact the church on 01952 670033

Ketley

Newport

Yoga - Wednesdays 7-8pm at Ketley Community Centre, Holyhead Road, Ketley, TF1 5AN. Friendly class, suitable for all abilities and beginners are especially welcome. £5 per class, no need to book. Contact Debbie on 07790 006815, email debbieyogaone@gmail.com or see my website: www.yogaone.co.uk Over 50’s Class @ Ketley Methodist church, Waterloo Road, Ketley. Thursday 10-11am. Suits all fitness levels and is a great place to meet new people. £3 per session. Contact Cheryl on 01952 371325 or email cheryljauncey@ yahoo.co.uk Slimming World - Ketley Methodist Church on Tue at 5.30 & 7.30pm.

Lawley

Clubbercise - Tue 6.45-7.35pm Lawley Primary School Arleston Lane TF4 2PR (next to community centre) All welcome no need to book. Contact Kim - 07724 087516 Baby Yoga at St. Johns Church Hall, Lawley – Mon 1-2pm, Adult Yoga Mon 8.15 to 9.15pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch.co.uk. www.mitchytitch. co.uk Mummy Movers - St Johns Church Hall, Wed: 7.30-8.30pm & Thu: 10.15-11.00am. Call: Laura 07929 154 536 / laura@ mummymovers.com Website: www.mummymovers. com Stretch & Tone Class - Tue - Lawley Village Primary Academy - 6:30-7:30pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com. Zumba - Mon & Wed - Lawley Community Centre 6pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Leegomery

CJ's Dance Fit - Mon & Wed 6.30pm and Thu 9.45am & 11am at Leegomery Methodist Church, Hadley Park Road, TF1 6QG. Also an Age UK class on Thu at 1:30pm. Call 07793 777659 or email: claire.jervis74@gmail.com for more details.

Lightmoor Village

at Oak Tree Centre, Lightmoor Village: Wed: Help to Quit Smoking 5.30-6.30pm - for app’s call Rachel 07979 540496 Sat: Dance Classes 9-10.15am (7yrs+), 10.15-11am (3-6yrs)

Lilleshall

Lilleshall Trampoline Club - Tuesdays at Lilleshall National Sports Centre: (8-14 year olds) excluding school holidays - Trampoline Foundation: 6 - 7:30pm & Trampoline Development: 7:30 - 9pm. £5 a session. Contact us on 01952 603003 Lilleshall Quick Sticks Hockey - Sundays 10-10:45am (7-9 year olds) at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. £30 for 7 weeks. Contact us on 01952 603003 Adult Yoga class, Mon 10-11am at the Memorial Hall in Lilleshall. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@ mitchytitch.co.uk. www.mitchytitch.co.uk Lilleshall Village Tennis Club - Welcomes new members, Tues, Thurs evenings & Sunday mornings. Junior & Adult Coaching – Saturday afternoons. Complete beginners course for Adults - Tues pm. For further details contact Pauline Coffey on 01952 604757 Lilleshall National Sports Centre - Sutherland Badminton

Yoga, Pilates, Zumba, Clubbercise, Box-Fit, Circuits, Kettlebells, Body Pump, Fit-Steps, Yummy-Mummy’s, Relaxation, Tone & Sculpt ALL available at Pulse Fitness The Ballroom High Street Newport. Pay As You Go Classes Available Plus Pre-Paid Class Cards. Call Nikki 07967 343728 or email nikkiwitty@ymail.com Tai Chi - Gentle exercise to improve flexibility and balance, relieve stress and aid relaxation. Suitable for adults of all ages and abilities. Cosy Hall Tuesday am. Contact Dilys 01952 588838 / dilysd407@gmail.com Groupfit, Women Only and Boxfit classes at The Body Barn in Newport - see website for full details at: www. thebodybarn.co.uk or call 01952 455541. Forton Cricket Club - Fancy playing cricket, we have two senior teams, ladies team and junior teams - for more info contact Clive 01952 825447 or cliverjones1958@gmail.com Nova Utd FC based in Newport, looking for new players for 2017/18,Training Saturday mornings 9-10.30 Shuker Fields, Ages 7 to 16yrs, all abilities welcome, for more details visit our website www.novaunitedfc.co.uk Martial Arts Club (Aikido) - Aikido at Burton Borough Sch, Newport. Mondays 7-9pm - Adult classes. Contact sensei@ meijyukan.co.uk website www.meijyukan.co.uk T: 0845 678 0091 Junior Badminton Club - we have places available for U11’s who want to learn how to play badminton. It’s £4 per week and includes coaching by a Badminton England accredited Level 2 coach. Saturday (10-11am under 11’s and 11-12 under 15’s) in term time at Burton Borough School, Newport. Contact Des Machin on 07949 192038, E: desmachin@ hotmail.co.uk Farmhouse Shotokan Karate Club, Moreton Millennium Community Centre and Burton Borough School, Newport - Tues, Fri & Sun. For all ages and abilities. Fully qualified and insured Instructors. First Lesson Free. Contact 07890 349451, email shropshirekarate@gmail.com or visit www. shropshirekarate.com Yoga Classes at Trinity Church, Wellington Rd, Newport: Mummy & Baby Yoga - Thu 1.30 – 2.30pm. Dru Yoga classes - Fridays 7 - 8.30pm. Contact Kate on 07989 514317, yogamebaby@yahoo.co.uk www.facebook.com/ yogame4families Salopian Skimmers Frisbee Club are looking for new Male & Female players of all abilities. Wed night at Adams Grammar Sports Hall. 18.30 to 20.00. First 3 sessions Free. For more info email drew.barlow@live.co.uk or join us on Facebook. A small friendly group of people meet every Friday evening from 6-7pm in Burton Borough School to play social badminton and volleyball. If you're interested please contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@hotmail.com for more information. Women’s Circle for Spiritual Development – are you looking to connect to like-minded spiritually awake women & deepen your connection - then this group is for you. 1st Fri of month in Newport – Contact Romella 07894 812440 Meditation for Calm Classes – held every Tuesday 2-2.50pm @ Tina’s Wellness Studio, New Street, Newport, drop in for £10 or prebook 4 weeks @ £9 a class (£36) - Book Romella 07894 812440 Free essential oil classes – every Mon (& other days) Learn how essential oils can support your wellbeing goals, families health needs, emotions, sleep and even be used for cleaning. Contact Romella 07894 812440 Fit 4 the Future exercise classes (at the studio near Focus). Mon: Jump ‘n Pump 7-8, Tue: Energize 6-7, Bootcamp 7-8, Wed: Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8, Thu: Energize 6-7, Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8. £4.50 per session. Please call Craig for details 07796 426299.

& Fitness Classes Oakengates

Telford Fight Factory - Muay Thai, Boxing, Strength & Conditioning. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Fun, family friendly class, age 7-70yrs, Mon 6-7, Wed 7-8. Contact Stuart Whiston 07786 115899 or fb Clubbercise - Excercise in disguise. Easy to follow routines to Banging Club tunes from the 90s with L.E.D Glow Sticks. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Tue 7-8, Thu 7-8. Contact Amanda Whiston 07780 515350 or fb Telford & Wrekin Lawn Green Bowling Club - Est 1982 at Hartshill Park - Oakengates. Club nights Thurs - starting 6pm. Competitive and social bowling against other Midlands clubs. New members welcome. Contact Roger Rowley on 01952 612574. Slimming World (Sat - 8am & 10am) at Oakengates Rest Rooms, Charlton Street, Oakengates, Telford TF2 6BD Call Paula on 07791 743509 Martial Arts Club ( Aikido ) at Oakengates Leisure Centre. Mon & Fri 7.45 / 8.45pm Juniors ( 7yrs+ ). Mon & Fri 7.45 / 10.00pm Adults. New members always welcome. First lesson is free. If you would like more info contact us on: 07929761302. Email us on suekeithhayward@sky.com

HIITPad Fitness 4 week Intensive Academy. Morning and Evening groups. Held at Bailang, St Gower Street Trading Estate George's, Telford. For more info and next course dates visit www.hiitpad. co.uk Karate and Self-Defence at 1st Priorslee & St. Georges Scout Hall, Snedshill Way, St. Georges on Friday's 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Family-orientated, from beginner to black belt and beyond. Adults £3 Under 16s £2.50. Contact Zanshin-do Karate Chief Instructor Steve Lowe 6th Dan Black Belt for further information by emailing stevelowe59@blueyonder.co.uk "Koshi Wind-Chime Relaxation and Healing" Come for Healing and Relax to beautiful sounds. £5 each. St Georges & Priorslee Parish Centre. London Rd, TF2 9LJ. Every 4 wks Thu 7.30pm. Booking essential 07974 196 421 Nikki Slimming World - St Georges Sports & Social Club. Thu 9.30am, 11.30pm, 5pm and 7pm. Contact Celia Powell on 07575 123666 at St Georges Methodist Church: Tue 5-7pm Synergy Dance Troop (Contact: 01952 612776) Wed - 10.30am Pilates (Tel: 412924) / 1.30pm

Shawbirch

Stirchley

Shawbirch Community Centre: Tue - Antenatal Yoga (5:30-6:30pm), Yoga (7-9pm) For further info. contact us on 01952 248538.

Shifnal

Swimming Lessons - Duck N Dive Limited - Baby, preschool, afterschool & adult swimming lessons across various locations in Telford & Shifnal. T: 01952 301012, Email:info@dndswim.co.uk, Web:www.dndswim.co.uk Line Dancing Classes at Shifnal Memorial Club on Tue at 7.30pm. Slimming World - Shifnal Village Hall - Wed (9.30am) Call Paula on 07791 743509 Meditation followed by group activity every Thu 7.309.30pm at Citizen’s Hall, Curriers Lane, Shifnal. £8pp. Contact Norma on 01952 463876 or email Jehandra@ yahoo.com or Facebook -Jehandra Holistic Healing for more details. Tue mornings at St Andrews Youth Club, - Yoga 9:30 - 10:30am and Pilates 10:45 - 11:45am. £5 per class or £8 for both classes. Thu mornings at Shifnal Village Hall - Yoga 10-11am, £5 per class. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact Gill on 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet.com. YOGA every Thu at Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal Adults - 7.10-8.10pm, Pregnancy 6-7pm, Baby Yoga at St. Andrews Church, Shifnal every Wed 1-2pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch. co.uk. www.mitchytitch.co.uk Laughter Yoga - The fun way to good health. Mon 7-8 pm. Tues 10.30 - 11.30 at Shifnal Seniors Club, Curriers Lane. All ages, all abilities. All welcome. £6 on the day or £24 for 6 weeks. Contact Caroline: 07868240605 info@ gorgetherapycentre.co.uk Adult Fitness Classes at Idsall Sports Centre – METAFIT - Mon 6:30-7.15pm, YOGA - Tue 5.30-6.30pm, CIRCUITS Wed 7.30-8.15pm, METAFIT - Thu 6.30-7.15pm. Everyone welcome! 1st Class FREE !!! 01952 460499 Shifnal Bowling Club - Social Bowling every Thu morning 10.30am-12.30pm. Junior Coaching Sat morning 11-12. All are welcome to our club young & old. Contact Graham McCarthy 01902 372 955 for details. DANCE class 10.30 Wed at St Andrews Youth Club Hall. Exercises & routines for fitness & fun, over 50s, £5. More info www.shifnaldance.moonfruit.com Spaces limited so please contact Sally 01952 461768. Pilates Mon 10-11am (starting 5th Sep) at the Trinity Methodist Church Hall. Tue 7-8pm at Kemberton Village Hall. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-as-you-go. Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, email: beryl.feely@gmail.com Shifnal Cricket Club - Junior cricket coaching - Mon 6.30 to 7.30 for boys aged 8-11, 7.30 to 8.30 for boys aged 12 and 13. Girls coaching and boys aged 14 and 15 Fri 6.30 to 7.30. For details please call Kevin Humphreys 07983 120061. Idsall Badminton Club meet at Idsall Sports Centre, Shifnal - Tue 7-9pm. All we ask is that you play to a reasonable standard. Ceroc Modern Jive and Salsa class nights at Shifnal Village Hall. Every Monday (exc Bank Hols) 7.45pm 11pm. New members always welcomed and no need to bring a partner. Contact Mike on 07990 554459, email cerocmidlands@aol.com or visit www.cerocmidlands. co.uk

St Georges

Clubbercise - Wed 6.15-7.05pm St Georges Sports & Social Club TF2 9LU. All welcome no need to book. Contact Kim - 07724 087516

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 60’s). Tues 4.45-5.30pm and Sat 2-3pm at Stirchley Recreation Centre. Also Wed 7-8pm at Oakengates Leisure Centre and Fri 5-6pm at Phoenix Academy, Dawley. Novices very welcome. Call Kevin on 01952 825239, Tony on 07837 986059 or Vicki on 01952 618256 for further details.

Telford - Town Centre

25th Mar (Sun) - Healthy Lifestyle Show - 10am – 5pm, The International Centre, Telford TF3 4JH, https:// healthylifestyleshowshropshire.eventbrite.co.uk. The event will run over 5 zones including Nutrition, Wellbeing, Health & Fitness, speciality Food, Retail & Shopping and include some workshops, demonstrations and a café area. Advance ticket sales are now live. For trade information contact: 07964 038546, bookings@healthylifestyleshow.org.uk AQUABABIES - Swimming lessons for children aged 12 weeks to 3 years. Lessons held at The Park Inn hotel on Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat from 10am. To book your FREE trial lesson contact Lisa on 07598 617442 or Stuart on 01543 572855

Trench

Yoga - Mondays 7-8pm at Our Lady of the Rosary and St Luke Church Hall, Church Road, Trench, TF2 7HG. Friendly class suitable for all abilities and beginners are especially welcome. £5 per class, no need to book. Contact Debbie on 07790 006815, email debbieyogaone@gmail.com or see my website: www. yogaone.co.uk Interval Training class that suits any fitness levels - 6:30 to 7:30pm. At The Labour Club, Gibbons Rd, Trench. Proven to burn more fat than any other form of exercise. Also great fun too! Class costs £3.50. Contact Cheryl 07714 610591.

Wellington

NEW Mindfulness Introduction Course - starts Thursday 19th April 1.15-2.15pm @ Supple Fitness Studio, Wrekin Professional Centre, Holyhead Road. Booking is essential!! Contact Lorraine: Lorraine@affinity-andbeyond.co.uk or 07898 823339 for more info or to reserve a place. Mindfulness is a wonderful way to learn to relax and it can also help with many physical and emotional disorders including depression, anxiety, pain and stress. Wrekin Shotokan Karate Club, at Wrekin College Sports Hall, Wellington: Wed 6:30pm; Sat 10:30am; and at Sport TCAT Mondays 7:30 pm. Learn authentic Japanese Shotokan karate from team of black belts lead by 6th Dan, Shotokan Karate International Federation, Japan. Contact: Tony on 07841 839372. Severn Spokes Cycling Group - We are a small, friendly and welcoming group of cyclists who run regular, easy paced rides from Wellington through the quiet lanes of Shropshire and beyond. Contact severnspokes@gmail. com or visit www.facebook.com/severnspokes and/or our website www.severnspokes.com Telford STAGS Walking Football - Normal Football rules except NO RUNNING! We play on a Monday morning 9.45 at the 4g pitches to the rear of AFC Telford Utd. All over 55's welcome. Also summer sessions Thu at 18.45. Contact Roy Vincent 01952 245407 for further details. KAPAP - Martial Arts Club held at TCAT, Haybridge Rd, Telford, TF1 2NP on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm. First session free trail. Contact Paul - paul@kapaptelford. co.uk or 07737 825263.

Immerse School of Diving - we have a training and club diving session on a Friday evening at 8:30pm at Wrekin College pool. Call 0777 377 1619 or email: info@ immersediving.com; visit www.immersediving.com find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/immersediving. An active and friendly scuba diving club, we cater for beginners through to professional level divers, and charge no membership fees or surcharges on your club diving. Slimming World - Wed & Thu at The Glebe Centre, Glebe St, Wellington, 5.30 & 7.30. Call Heather on 07737 734347 01952 289386 or just pop along! All welcome. Piloxing - techniques of boxing and vertical pilates with some dance moves. Fridays 6-7pm at Charlton School - £4. For more info contact Annette on 07866 021030. Wrekin Tennis Club - Social play every Tuesday & Thursday evening starting at 7-9pm & Sunday 11am1pm. Based at Oakengates Leisure Centre New players welcome, Contact Alan Pritchard at: alanp52@yahoo. co.uk or 07596 984442 or visit our website, www. wrekintennisclub.co.uk Telford Community Tennis Club, Junior tennis coaching lessons at Bowring Park, Wellington on Sun - 10-11am (47yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 12-1pm (11-16yrs). We also have sessions for adult members of all abilities. www.telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk E: bob.kerr@telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk Friendly Badminton group playing 7-9pm every Thu at TCAT Sports Hall are seeking new players to join them. Come along and try a few taster sessions at £5 per night. Contact Jenny Varley (evenings 6-7pm) on 01952 249277. Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at Ercall Wood Academy, Wellington. Club nights - Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact Jerry Seymour (Chairman) on 01952 261008 or email jeremy.seymour9@gmail.com Website: www.wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

Other Areas

Taoist Tai Chi Society of GB - All ages and abilities welcome. See taoist.org.uk for information and availability of classes or phone 01952 597685. Swimming Lessons - Duck N Dive Limited - Baby, preschool, afterschool & adult swimming lessons across various locations in Telford & Shifnal. T: 01952 301012, Email:info@dndswim.co.uk, Web:www.dndswim.co.uk Dance Fit at Hollinswood every Friday 2.45pm-3.30pm, call Diane Douglas on 01952 201803 for details. Sutton Heights - Music4health singing for all ages and stages every Sat. Fee £10. 11am-12 and sound healing at 2pm-3pm please book before day. Contact Linda 01952 680232 or visit www.lindaangelis.com Telford Green Gym - Want to get and have Fun? Don’t like the Gym try the Green Gym.Improve your fitness and general well being by getting involved in practical conservation.The Telford Green Gym offers activities all over Telford On Tue, Wed and Thu. Contact The healthy Lifestyles Hub 01952 382582 Arriba Wellness Club - Community Weight Loss Challenge at Fitness First, Telford. Call Lisa Harris on 07580 434325. Yoga for Pregnancy in Albrighton - Weekly classes every Mon 8-9.15pm. Gentle exercise from weeks 15-40 of your pregnancy. Methodist Church Hall, High St, Albrighton WV7 3JA. Classes from £7. Call Rebecca Jenks on 07890 543 508.

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MOVIES LOVE, SIMON

‘Love, Simon’ is the story of a seventeen-yearold who’s just like everyone else at his school, except for his big secret: he hasn’t told anyone he’s gay yet. He isn’t sure why he hasn’t come out, but being a teenager is difficult enough even without trying to wrestle with this. And it’s always terrifying to announce who you really are to the world, because what if the world doesn’t accept you? Date: 6th April 2018 Genre: Comedy, Drama Cast Members: Nick Robinson, Jennifer Garner, Josh Duhamel

AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR

‘Avengers: Infinity War’ sees Thanos, one of the most powerful beings in the cosmos, arrive on Earth on his quest to balance the universe. Only the Avengers can stop him. Although divided following the civil war between Captain America and Iron Man, they must be willing to sacrifice everything in order to defeat their near-omnipotent enemy. They need all the help they can get – and luckily, the Guardians of the Galaxy are here to lend a hand. Release Date: 26th April 2018 Genre: Action, Adventure Cast Members: Robert Downey Jr., Chris Evans, Scarlett Johansson, Chris Pratt, Chris Hemsworth

COMING SOON... RAMPAGE

Davis Okoye prefers spending time with animals than people, and his best friend is a gorilla called George. But a rogue genetic experiment mutates George, sending him on the ‘Rampage’. As George grows bigger, stronger and fiercer, he begins to cause serious damage. And then Davis discovers that he wasn’t the only animal affected by the experiment… Now, not only does Davis have to save the world, he needs to save the fearsome creature that used to be his friend. Release Date: 13th April 2018 Genre: Action Cast Members: Dwayne Johnson, Naomie Harris, Jeffrey Dean Morgan

DEADPOOL 2

The wise-cracking, gun-toting, fourth wallbreaking Merc with a Mouth is back in ‘Deadpool 2’, and as promised last time around, he’s bringing a friend: robot-armed warrior Cable. Negasonic Teenage Warhead and Colossus are back to keep an eye on him again, expert markswoman Domino’s making an appearance… and he’s bound to run into trouble with Cable, whose appearance may or may not mark the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Release Date: 16th May 2018 Genre: Action, Comedy Cast Members: Ryan Reynolds, Josh Brolin, Morena Baccarin

Please note that release dates are subject to change and some previews may be shown earlier.

Notes from your local Muxton Councillor Many thanks to those residents that have signed the petition asking Telford and Wrekin Council to start the process for establishing a separate Muxton Parish Council. When we have the required number, I will submit the petition to the Council and then a full public consultation will commence. It has been a pleasure meeting residents, though a little chilly at times! I am pleased to report that the footpath leading to the new gate by Muxton School has been completed, like many parents I am grateful especially after the recent snow.

Positive Discussions

WITH WEST MIDLANDS TRAINS

Telford & Wrekin Council met last month with West Midlands Trains and had really positive discussions with them. This included discussions about their planned additional trains which come into operation from December 2018, plans for increased parking at Telford Central, plans for improved customer information screens and cycle parking at all stations and the potential to further work with the Friends of Group at Wellington Station. They are still very busy with their initial mobilisation of the new franchise but it is positive that Telford & Wrekin Council is one of the first local authorities that they have come to speak to about how we can work together over the course of the franchise.

Cllr. Nigel Dugmore (Muxton Ward) T: 01952 380237 M: 07528 979395 E: nigel.dugmore@telford.gov.uk

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The next Muxton Police and Communities Together (PACT) meeting is on Wednesday 18th April at St Johns Church, Saltwells Drive at 7pm. Please come along to raise any issues, and speak to our Community Support Officer.

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Deaf Awareness Week

14TH TO 20TH MAY

According to the charity Action on Hearing Loss (AOHL), in the UK 11 million of us (1 in 6) have hearing loss. Of that 11 million, 900,000 have severe or profound hearing loss. That’s why Deaf Awareness Week, organised by the UK Council on Deafness and backed by many hearing loss organisations, is so vital.

Why We Need to be More Aware

Hearing loss can cause social withdrawal, loneliness and depression, and it increases dementia risk by up to five times. AOHL’s research found that 70% of people with hearing loss feel it sometimes prevents them from fulfilling their potential at work and 60% of business leaders don’t feel they get enough support to help employees with hearing loss. On average, people wait 10 years before seeking help for hearing loss and only 40% of people who need hearing aids have them. Yet hearing aids are much smaller and more discreet than they used to be, and are free on the NHS. Using them reduces that increased dementia risk and can help sufferers of tinnitus, a condition that can also cause depression. That’s why it’s important to seek help (and urge others to do so) when hearing problems occur, and to do everything we can to make life easier for those with hearing loss.

Making Life Easier for People with Hearing Loss

Hearing aids are great, but they don’t recreate perfect hearing, so these tips are useful whether your listener has a hearing aid or not. • Ask them how they prefer to communicate They may use lip reading, a sign language such as British Sign Language (BSL) or a mixture of both. • Reduce background noise and consider acoustics Whatever degree of hearing they have and whatever setting their hearing aid is on, they will cope better with as little background noise as possible. TVs, radios, kettles, white goods, fans and low-level chatter can all hinder hearing, and hearing aids or cochlear implants can amplify this background noise. 9 out of 10 respondents in AOHL’s Speak Easy survey said background noise was the biggest problem they face when eating out. Whether you’re looking for a restaurant or meeting venue, try to find a quiet location with soft floor coverings, well-insulated from outside noise. • Make sure they know you’re talking to them We’re used to saying people’s names to get their attention, calling to someone over our shoulder and not always looking at them as we speak – particularly if we’re drawing their attention to something we’re looking at or working on. But if someone has hearing loss, you need to get their attention first by making eye contact, waving, or touching them on the shoulder (from the front or side). Again, it’s good to ask what their preference is. They may respond better to their name spoken clearly than a random word. • Make lip reading easier for them Lip reading can assist people with hearing problems, no matter what other strategies they use to communicate. Make it easier for them by: >

Facing them when you’re talking. This also helps them

interpret your facial expressions and visual cues. > Trying not to cover your mouth or chew when you’re talking. > Speaking clearly but naturally at a normal pace and volume. Overexaggerating your mouth movements hinders rather than helps others to read your lips, and shouting can overwhelm a sensitive hearing aid. > Avoiding standing somewhere that’s shadowy or overlybright. • Use body language Gestures and pointing can help, so even if you don’t know any signs, don’t let that stop you from gesturing to indicate directions and intentions. For instance, miming drinking and raising an eyebrow at someone is a universally recognised way to ask them if they want a drink. • Be considerate in a group situation We’re all guilty of interrupting and talking over each other to some degree, but if one of the group is hard of hearing, that makes things even more difficult for them. Try to take turns talking. It’s even more helpful if you raise your hand to indicate that you’re about to speak. • Remember that a picture can paint a thousand words (and subtitles help, too) If you’re giving a talk or delivering training, diagrams, pictures and video (with subtitles) can all help to explain and elaborate what you’re saying, and visual stimulus helps to attract attention and aid our learning whether we’re hard of hearing or not. Finally: Have patience. However frustrating it is for you to be unable to make yourself heard or understood by someone hard of hearing, it’s many times more frustrating for them to be unable to hear or understand you – so be patient. Think of other ways to get the message across, even if that means writing it on a piece of paper (or tapping it out on your phone or computer screen). Whatever you do, don’t give up.

Useful Links:

Action on Hearing Loss: www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk UK Council on Deafness: deafcouncil.org.uk. A useful list of member organisations: deafcouncil.org.uk/about-us/memberorganisations National Deaf Children’s Society: www.ndcs.org.uk Ear Foundation: www.earfoundation.org.uk

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