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OUTDOOR RELAXATION Think too of plants with a relaxing feel to them, such as the grass Chasmanthium latifolium. This grows to a height of about 45 cm and carries its flattened seed heads in vast numbers above the leaves. They move about delicately in the breeze and are almost impossible not to stroke. Grow some Artemisia abrotanum its soft, wonderfully grey-green leaves will make you want to touch it, and when you do so you will find it also releases a lovely aroma.

When you get back from a hard day’s work, or when you simply find the time to escape into the garden after a stressful day, then it is essential that you are met by a soothing environment. It is all very well creating a garden with lots of straight lines and wacky bits of metalwork, but if you want to really let your garden take the strain, then concentrate on a truly relaxing feel that will help you to unwind as you enjoy soft shades and textures of foliage, delicate flower colours and fabulous perfumes. Plants have an amazing ability to calm and soothe even the most wound up, stressed out mood, but what should you grow if you really want to create that perfect place to relax? Start by considering a fairly gentle perfume, like that produced by many roses. One of my favourites is ‘Felicia’. For something slightly richer try ‘Tuscany Superb’. If you have an arch, arbour, pergola or even a spare bit of fence then train a honeysuckle over it. The combination of its delicately coloured flowers and fabulous perfume will cheer you up and you can even enjoy it in the early evening as you sit back and relax with a cup or glass of your favourite tipple! A sowing of night-scented stock will produce plants that, although not flamboyant, have the most heavenly rich perfume – also perfect for early evening relaxation as this is when the flowers open and produce wafts of really sweet scent. If you have space for a good-sized container plant, then grow your own Datura or Brugmansia. Commonly known as the angel’s trumpet and although potentially very poisonous, these plants produce large elegant trumpet-shaped flowers with a wonderful perfume.

The perfume of lavender is often used in aromatherapy because of its calming, soothing properties, so what could be better to grow in a sunny spot with free-draining soil than some lavender? You can even use it to edge a border providing conditions are right, and it not only has lovely, slightly furry or felt-like foliage but also produces that heavenly smell. Take a look at some of the grasses and bamboos that are available; the rustling sound of bamboo foliage as the stems sway gently in a breeze, or as you brush your hand against them, is one of the most relaxing sounds I know, and for smaller spaces many of the grasses form wonderfully rounded and quite irresistible clumps of foliage. When it comes to choosing favourite flowers, don’t forget that although some bright colour is a good way to cheer you up, if you want to relax then concentrate on cream, white and, of course, the pastel shades. There are a host of these available for annuals, perennials, shrubs and climbers. Don’t forget that green is known to be a relaxing colour too, so ensure that you include plenty of plants with good foliage and, in shady areas, you may find that a miniature grotto-like patch planted up with ferns is just what you need. And finally, before you rush off to the garden centre to buy some of these truly magical ingredients, just a reminder that water in a garden always helps to relax you. Whether it’s a small pond or perhaps a bubble fountain, position it where you can hear that sound of moving water or enjoy watching the wildlife as it comes to feed and drink – and before you know it you will find that you want to move the whole of your life into your garden.

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Slugs may be small, but as we all know, they have the potential to drive you crazy! Whether you have a massive garden, a tiny plot or even if your gardening is restricted to a few planters in a back yard or on a balcony, the chances are that slugs will cause you grief. There are about thirty species of slug in the UK and most feed throughout the year, especially after dark and when the soil is wet or moist… and that seems to mean most evenings in my garden! Now that spring is here and the weather has really warmed up, they’re out in force, using their tongue-like ‘radula’ (armed with approximately 27,000 tooth-like spikes) to rasp away at our precious plants. But before launching an attack, there is something you should bear in mind – most slugs actually do little damage to living plants, instead preferring to feast on dead and dying material including flopped foliage and organic mulches. On the whole, the larger slugs tend to do the least damage to plants as they eat almost exclusively decaying and dead material. It is their smaller cousins like the greyish-black keeled slug and the pinkish-beige-grey field slug which are more likely to wreak havoc in your vegetable plot or flower border - they may be small but they are far from innocent. With estimates of about 200 slugs per average cubic metre of average garden soil, the situation can soon get out of hand. Keeled slugs in particular love to feast below ground, as well as on plants above the soil surface. This means serious trouble, especially at this time of year when many of us are planting out young plants and seeds are starting to germinate. In no time at all slugs can eat through the base of a young stem, killing the plant in the process. As seeds germinate in the soil, these little horrors often eat the seedling even before it has had a chance to emerge above the soil surface! Later in the year, as potato tubers swell beneath the soil and carrots start to fatten they will begin to tunnel into these too. To make matters worse, they breed quickly and very efficiently – each slug has both male and female organs and in extreme situations can even fertilise itself. Take a look on the soil surface, beneath drooping foliage and in amongst moist organic matter, and you’re likely to spot the clumps of eggs. Each egg is about 1-2mm in diameter and a clear, milky or offwhite coloured sphere. So what can you do with these squidgy little menaces? • Go on an evening slug hunt. In particular, slugs are out in vast numbers after it has rained or you have done some watering, so you can collect up as many as you can. • Choosing resistant varieties of vegetable is worthwhile too. Check seed catalogues and websites for varieties which are marked up as having useful resistance to slugs. With potatoes, main crop varieties usually suffer most, so try to grow mainly earlies. Some varieties are slug disaster zones e.g. Cara, Maris Peer, Kondor and Pentland Crown, but if you choose Charlotte, Kestrel, Sante or Wilja you are in with a much better chance.

• Try to encourage natural slug predators such as hedgehogs, frogs, toads, slow worms and ground beetles. If you keep hens consider letting them clear the ground for you – but obviously only before you start planting and sowing! • Use the Nemaslug nematode control – just dilute as described on the pack and water on to moist soil which is at 5˚C or above. It is a treatment I really like because it is harmless to everything except slugs, so pets, wildlife or humans will be safe from any adverse effects. It works swiftly and silently too - you’ll soon see fewer holes appearing in foliage and, if you’re a potato grower and you drench the soil around the potato plants about six weeks before anticipated harvest, the nematodes soon get to work and your potatoes should be virtually slug-damage free. It is also a brilliant way to clear a slug-infested raised bed or planter; once applied, place selfadhesive copper tape around the rim of the container to keep the contents slug free. The copper tape is really long-lasting, working for years in my experience. You can find out more about Nemaslug and copper tape on my website at www. pippagreenwood.com/products/protect-your-crops. • Barriers such as crushed shells, wool pellets, soot, pine needles or copper-impregnated fabric can also work well, but some of these may need replacing regularly and results seem to vary from garden to garden and gardener to gardener. • Traps filled with beer can also be a fantastic way to reduce slug numbers in your garden dramatically and, apart from the somewhat messy (and grim) business of emptying them out, they are simple too. You can buy ready-made traps or make your own using inexpensive plastic beakers plunged into the soil, the rim protruding 1-2cm above the soil surface and filled with a well-flavoured beer. I did a mini ‘trial’ on Gardeners’ Question Time once and found that Guinness worked best - and interestingly alcohol free lager proved least effective! Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com to buy gorgeous UK grown vegetable plants accompanied by weekly advice emails from Pippa, or to peruse the really useful selection of Pippa’s favourite gardening items including SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, raised bed kits, Nemaslug and copper tape, pull-out EasyTunnels, signed books and lots more besides.

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Expert Panellists include - RHS Chelsea Gold Medallist, and garden designer, David Wassell MBE, Phil Allen, Horticulturalist, Head Gardener Apley Walled Garden and Dave Cope owner Nobridge Nurseries, Shropshire. Tickets cost £25 and are on sale now at the Apley Farm Shop or they can be purchased via the Apley website (below) where more details are available. For details, see also The Rotary Club of Telford Centre website (http://www.telfordcentrerotary.org).

Chris Mackrell, Telford Centre Rotary Club President said: “We are grateful to Lord and Lady Hamilton for hosting this event which begins with a tour of the historic Apley Walled Garden in its idyllic setting, with wine and canapés at Apley Farm Shop’s Creamery Café, followed by Gardeners’ Question Time with our panel of gardening experts. Net proceeds will be donated to Rotary International’s campaign to eradicate polio from the world.” We are also grateful to our sponsors Nock Deighton for supporting this special event. Lady Hamilton said: “I am delighted to be supporting such a worthwhile cause and at the same time giving our guests the opportunity to experience the Walled Garden and to taste delicious local food at Apley Farm Shop, in its Creamery Café.”

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Social media’s fastest growing demographic is older users. When the seniors’ website silversurfers. com recently surveyed over three thousand of its members, it found that 81% of the sample checked their Facebook accounts more than once a day. But what if you haven’t yet ventured into social networking? How do you know where to start? These days, when everyone’s talking about ‘tweeting’, and ‘DMs’, or information appearing in ‘timelines’ or on ‘walls’, it’s hard to admit that you haven’t a clue about how it all works. If you’ve always wanted to dip your toe into the social networking pool - but fear you’ll drown in a sea of unfamiliar terms and bizarre practices - here’s a quick guide to three of the most popular platforms:

Facebook According to silversurfers.com, Facebook is the platform of choice for the over-50s. Many older users believe that they will get even more value from the site as they grow older. What is Facebook? It’s a free social networking website that allows registered users to create profiles, upload videos and images and send messages. You can find out what your friends are doing through a newsfeed, ‘like’ and publicly comment on items they have posted on their profiles, or contact them using a direct message (DM) only seen by the recipient. Facebook is the most popular of all social media platforms, so it’s very likely you’ll find someone you know there. On the downside, the site has been criticised for invasive advertising and for being vulnerable to hacking attacks and scams. It has also been accused of causing envy. When you see pictures of a party you weren’t invited to, or you watch your friends enjoying a holiday you could never afford, it may be hard to grit your teeth and press the ‘Like’ button.

Twitter According to statistics portal Statista, 27% of Twitter users in the UK are aged 45 and over. High profile ‘mature’ users include Donald Trump and Stephen Fry, both of whom have enjoyed a rather volatile relationship with the service. What is Twitter? Twitter is a free-to-use online news and social networking channel where users post and interact with short messages known as ‘tweets’. These messages are restricted to 140 characters, so Twitter probably won’t work for you if you’re the sort of person who likes to send long-winded ‘catch-up’ letters in Christmas cards. Tweeting is a great way to broadcast an opinion and connect with friends’ opinions. It’s also a shortcut method of finding what the public is thinking on any particular subject. Twitter

uses a hashtag (#) indexing system, so you can find particular topics quickly and easily – for example #midlifecrisis will lead you to the latest comments related to that subject. The downside is that it’s not really designed as a messaging service. The brevity of the ‘tweet’ – at approximately 30 words – means that you need to be skilled at condensing your message into a short, pithy sentence.

Instagram Instagram is the fastest growing social media network. It is currently more popular with the younger generation, but there are signs that older users are starting to catch on. What is Instagram? Instagram is a social networking app created so users can share photos and videos from a smartphone or tablet. As soon as you post a photo or video on Instagram, it is displayed on your profile, and anyone who follows you will also see your posts in their own news feed. Likewise, you’ll see posts from the users you choose to follow. It’s a simplified version of Facebook, but with an emphasis on mobile use and visual sharing. You can comment, ‘like’, tag people in photos, send private messages and post an image simultaneously on other social media sites where you have a profile. Instagram is a quick and easy way to show the world where you are and what you’re doing. On the negative side, you and your friends will only be able to use this app on iPhone and Android phones; because Instagram has been created for mobile phone and tablet users, it doesn’t work as well on a standard computer or laptop. If you’re still feeling confused about which platform to choose, don’t worry. Simply ask around to find out which sites your friends and relatives use. That way, if you have any problems finding your way around, you’ll always have someone to help. At first social media may feel like an alien world with its own particular language but once you’ve started, you’ll quickly get the hang of it. Before long you’ll be posting like a pro … or maybe even tweeting like a Trump?

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Different Types of Holiday Insurance Buying holiday insurance can sometimes take a back seat when you’re planning to get away. It’s an important investment in your health and safety, however, offering protection and reassurance if something goes wrong when you’re a long way from home. The cost of holiday insurance depends on a number of factors including your age, the length of time you’ll be away, whether or not you’re travelling alone, and the types of activity on the agenda. A comprehensive ‘standard’ policy generally covers the following, although policies do vary: • Holiday cancellation or missed departure. • Theft. • Medical assistance. • Emergency repatriation. • Baggage loss or delay. • Other lost or damaged items. • Personal injury. • Cover for damage caused by you or a member of your group. So what other types of holiday insurance are available, and which might be suitable for you?

Single trip/annual or multi trip

If you only intend to take one break during a 12-month period, a single trip insurance policy would be the most cost-effective choice as long as it covers everything you need. Annual or multi trip insurance is more suitable if you’re going away more than once a year, but there’s usually a maximum allowable duration which is generally 90 days.

European/worldwide travel

The expense of repatriating travellers from countries outside Europe, or obtaining medical treatment in the USA for example, is very high. Insurance companies have to take this into account when pricing their policies, so if you’re only travelling to Europe the cost should be lower than for worldwide travel. Take care to check whether a specified number of days are mentioned in the policy. Your insurance will be invalid if you exceed this number, and you won’t be eligible to make any type of claim.

Winter/extreme sports

A ‘standard’ holiday insurance policy usually contains exclusion clauses relating to winter or extreme sports due to the additional risk of injury. Also, winter sports equipment is expensive, so you’ll need to pay more to cover it against loss or theft.

Gap year/backpackers’ insurance

Backpackers’ insurance provides cover for an extended length of time away from home, but there may be certain limitations specified in the policy, for example the number of times you can return to the UK. There could also be restrictions on returning home before the stated period ends, so it’s important to check the details with this type of policy. Unlike annual insurance where you can go

ARE YOU FULLY COVERED? away for several trips during a 12-month period, gap year and backpackers’ insurance covers one extended holiday break.

Family policies Family travel policies generally require all those included on the policy to live at the same address, and can be a cheaper option than insuring each family member individually. Some insurers offer higher rates of cover, or even free insurance for children under a certain age.

Group travel

Groups such as work colleagues, stag and hen parties, or school trips, where everyone travels to and from the same place, can use group travel insurance to save money. Some insurance companies offer one member of the group free insurance as an incentive.

Over 65s

Many insurers charge higher premiums as you get older, with some unwilling to provide cover for anyone over the age of 65. This is due to the increased risk of poor health, but there are some companies that offer holiday insurance specifically for this age group. You’ll probably pay a higher premium, however, as it is viewed as ‘specialist’ insurance.

Golf insurance

Although insurers perceive golf as a low risk sport, high value equipment means that a golfing holiday will need specialist insurance for potential loss, damage or theft of golf clubs and other items. Cover for green fees, should you be unable to play due to illness or other situations such as adverse weather conditions, may also be included.

Cruise holidays

Although you might expect a standard comprehensive insurance policy would provide all you need for cruising, this type of holiday introduces specific risks that wouldn’t exist on a ‘traditional’ holiday. These include cover for missing a port or destination on the itinerary, due to bad weather or poor timetabling by the cruise company. Other situations include being confined to your cabin because of sickness on-board ship, or missing an excursion that you’ve already paid for due to illness.

Caravanning holidays

When you take a caravan abroad, or even in this country, you’ll need to insure it in addition to your car. Some insurers offer increased protection for larger units, or for destinations further afield than Europe.

Pre-existing medical conditions

If you have a pre-existing medical condition, you might be tempted to take a chance with your holiday insurance and not disclose it. This can prove to be a very expensive mistake, however, as the cost of repatriation is extremely high. Fortunately, some insurance companies offer policies for those already suffering from a health condition. Although it will be more costly than buying a standard policy, it’s impossible to put a price on peace of mind while you’re away.

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Terry Jones Solicitors are pleased to welcome yet another new addition to the expanding criminal department in the form of Ryan Khaira. Ryan’s new role will be to strengthen the existing criminal department teams including the Magistrates’ Court section, the Crown Court section and the specialist motoring, regulatory and benefits interview sections. Currently studying for his Legal Practice Course qualification Ryan is keen to hit the ground running and has already had significant involvement in several serious on-going court cases and police station investigations. As a local lad Ryan knows many people in the area and says he’s looking forward to his new role, even the early morning police station visits! However, with the recent increases in benefits agency interviews Ryan highlights that his skills will probably be more court and interview based and comments “With more interviews happening now there is an increased need for concise and supportive representation. That’s where we come in.. ”. If you have any criminal queries or concerns over representation including benefits agency investigations, likely costs or on-going matters please contact the crime department at Terry Jones Solicitors on 01952 297979 or Ryan direct on RyanK@terry-jones.co.uk.

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Protect Yourself Property fraud is on the increase and can be difficult to spot. Your property is more at risk if: • You’ve been a victim of identity theft. • You rent out your property. • You are not resident in the UK. • Your property is not occupied or is empty for long periods. • You don’t have a mortgage on the property. • Your property isn’t registered with Land Registry. • If your marriage or relationship has broken down. If your property is registered at Land Registry, you can take some simple steps to protect your property from being fraudulently sold or mortgaged: 1. Make sure your details are up-to-date: If your contact details are out of date then Land Registry cannot contact you. Land Registry allows three addresses to be registered against your property. These can include a postal address, email address and an address abroad. Having up-todate contact details means Land Registry can contact you with any queries or activity on your property.

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It is also important to ensure that your name is correct too. If you change your name by marriage or divorce, let Land Registry know so that the property register can be updated. 2. Register for the Property Alert Service: This free service from Land Registry is designed to alert you if certain activity occurs on your monitored properties, i.e. someone tries to put a mortgage on your property. This allows you to be fully informed at all times and take immediate action if necessary. You can get alerts for up to 10 properties so this is a great free service, particularly for second home owners and landlords. 3. Apply for a Restriction on your property: You can apply to have a restriction entered on to the title register of the property which restricts the registration of a transfer or mortgage unless a solicitor or conveyancer has certified that the person who signed the transfer or mortgage deed is the registered owner of the property. If you live at the property the Land Registry fee for putting a restriction on a property is £40.00. If you do not live at the property then Land Registry do not charge a fee for the restriction. For more information contact Sarah Clinton, specialist property lawyer, at Parry Carver Solicitors on 01952 641291 or email sarah.clinton@parrycarver.co.uk

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Wide Range Tylers Gas & Electrical is located on St Marys Street (the cobbled street) in Newport, near St Nicholas Church and is next door to the Royal Victoria Hotel. Tylers stock a wide range of gas and electrical appliances and accessories at very competitive prices. They offer friendly advice to help you find the right product for your needs. On display in their shop you can see a wide range of well-known brands. You will find white goods such as laundry appliances including washing machines, tumble dryers and spin dryers. A range of cooking appliances includes freestanding gas and electric cookers, built in ovens, hobs and microwaves. Their refrigeration range includes under counter fridges and freezers, table top fridges and freezers, chest freezers, tall fridges and freezers, and fridge-freezers. They do keep a few integrated fridges and freezers in stock, but they will normally order in specifically for you. They have a selection of small domestic appliances including kettles, toasters, slow cookers, deep fat fryers, sandwich toasters, blenders, electric carving knives, irons and landline telephones. A range of cleaners include corded and cordless cleaners, bagged and bagless. They also have a selection of vacuum cleaner bags and belts.

OF ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES For your home entertainment they have TVs, radios, PVRs, bluray and dvd players, along with connecting cables and a few TV stands. They are happy to help you with your buying decision, by discussing and demonstrating the features and benefits of each appliance in a friendly manner. They deliver many of their larger items free of charge within a 15 mile radius of their shop. They try to keep most items in stock at their own warehouse so that they can deliver to you within a couple of days of your order. If you need an item very quickly you are welcome to collect and take away. They offer installation on washing machines, dishwashers, electric ovens and cookers. They can arrange installation on gas cookers via a third party. They offer a recycling service to dispose of your old appliances. As Tylers is part of Euronics they have the buying power of the largest electrical buying group in Europe. Yet they are still a family run independent electrical retailer, with three shops, located in Newport, Wolverhampton and Bilston. They are open Monday to Saturday 9am to 5pm. If you cannot make it to their shop you can still call them on 01952 825111, or visit them online at www.tylersonline.co.uk

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THE ART OF DISPLAY

Would you like to create displays of your treasured possessions that show them off to their finest advantage? Our top ten tips are sure to help. 1. Consider what you are displaying, whether it is sturdy or fragile, valuable or everyday. Do you wish to admire it from afar and protect it from sun, dust or accidental damage? Or are you happy for it to be close to hand and perhaps picked up at will? You may find you can manage with a display on a mantelpiece, shelf or table top, or you may wish to invest in a specially designed cabinet, case or stand. If you opt for specialist display furniture, whether that is a former shop fitting or a set of glass shelves, choose pieces that complement the style and proportions of your home. 2. Good lighting makes all the difference to an effective display. For serious collectors, carefully positioned ceiling-mounted spotlights are the ideal solution, but if you experiment with an adjustable lamp you may well be able to provide a more informal (and much cheaper) quick fix for a simple domestic display. Think about where the light comes from: directly above, behind (for a dramatic silhouette) or from the front, and how ‘warm’ or ‘cool’ the bulb should be in order to enhance colour and texture. 3. Group objects together and they can be much more than the sum of their parts. Even the most unprepossessing of objects carries a certain weight when displayed in a group, and this sort of display is also ideal if some of the pieces are not exactly perfect, or if the items are not of great individual value or importance. A group display may consist of almost anything: a series of Delftware plates or tiles, a dozen framed silk headscarves, pebbles in graduating sizes, mirrored baubles, wooden shoe lasts, a row of modern chairs in sorbet shades…you can have great fun with almost anything you decide to gather together. 4. Displays of identical pairs of objects are probably the most simple, and often the most visually powerful, of all. Whether it’s a pair of silver candlesticks or two raffia-wrapped lamps, there’s something extremely pleasing about this mirroring and doubling. The only catch is that you must ensure your objects are placed evenly and symmetrically. If you’re not confident about judging by eye, there’s nothing wrong with using a tape measure! 5. When choosing a group of different objects to display, look for ways in which they will work together, whether by colour, size, shape, texture or proportion. It is important to have something that creates coherence, and don’t forget that what you leave out can be as important as what you put in. However much you love them, some objects may simply not fit well into the group. 6. Every time you display more than one object, you need to make a decision whether to opt for symmetry or asymmetry. It depends partly on the items you have and partly on your home and personal taste. Symmetrical displays tend to appear more classical, considered and refined, and suit traditional rooms; the Georgian period, for example, tended to emphasise the rules of symmetry. Asymmetry, on the other hand, is ideal for making an impact in a contemporary space, and can seem more spontaneous and intuitive. 7. Less can often be more, and a great way to make an impact with a display is by showing off a single, fabulous, huge object. Bear in mind that a large item needs space around

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it in which to ‘breathe’, so ensure it doesn’t overwhelm its surroundings by giving it plenty of wall, floor, cabinet or shelf space, and don’t place furniture too close. 8. Small objects can be lost among the general furnishings of most rooms, so be particularly careful about how you display them. Try to ‘frame’ them within their surroundings – maybe in a specially designed cabinet or niche, on a side table rather than a coffee table, or on a plinth rather than a long, wide shelf, and they will demand an appreciative glance and a closer look. 9. Don’t be daunted by the thought of displaying large groups of paintings, prints or flat objects on a wall. Start by laying your potential group on the floor and assessing how well the elements cohere. Choose the piece that you wish to be most prominent, then surround it with pieces that work well alongside it, perhaps making a larger rectangle of the group, or else setting a consistent line along one side, the top or the bottom. 10. Finally, stand right back and get an overview of your final display. Does it need tweaking? Don’t be afraid to experiment and change things around. Whatever your choice of objects and however you have arranged them, try not to make the finished result overly formal or perfect. This is, after all, your home and not a gallery, and the only important thing is that you absolutely love what’s around you.

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Max Coleman Managing Director

Kate Coleman Company Secretary

Gill Coleman Founder

Jeff Coleman Founder

Coleman Estates, 25 Church Street, Wellington, TF1 1DG

Call: 01952 244 990 www.colemanestates.com

Hello again from Wellington!

hopefully keep us top of the league for years to come (ok enough with the clichéd football analogy already.)

Last month, we reintroduced myself and Kate after deciding to rejoin ‘In and Around Magazine’ – this month I wanted to focus a bit more on our company in general! So what sort of company is Coleman Estates? It’s quite a difficult question to answer on the face of things; We’re a small family run business but our performance for both sales and lettings isn’t far off of the ‘big agents’ – Over the last year, I’m proud to say that:

Our sales department ranked 4th out of 20 local agents agreeing sales on over 100 properties Our lettings department ranked 3rd agreeing over 140 lets in the last year. To me, that’s like sitting in the top four at the premier league – healthy respect for our competition, a desire to push for more and recognition as a major player in our own right. So we’re just about volume and selling and letting as many houses as possible? No! The thing about being a manager and dragging your club out of the relegation zone (or recession in our case) is that you never really pause to take stock of what you’ve achieved and rest on your laurels, you constantly look towards the next match, the next season and a constant desire to improve – this is where our dedication to customer service comes into play. Our most recent landlord survey returned a response of 100% customer satisfaction and our sales department recently enjoyed double figures of beaming testimonials from happy customers; It’s this level of service that has helped us grow as a company and will

We’ve had recent addition to our office in the last month which we’re all thrilled about! Ready to work from the moment the clock strikes 9, in the office before any member of staff and permanently singing – I’m talking of course about our new DAB Radio! After sitting in a headache inducing cacophony of clicking keyboards, stapling and the odd bit of inane chatter for eight years, I finally decided to introduce a bit of music to the office – staff morale is up and sales have tripled* since the introduction of this wonderful bit of kit.The only issue is choosing what to listen to – Whilst I love listening to Jeremy Vine on Radio 2 because I am a 45 year old in a 31 year old’s body, our lettings negotiator would rather listen to Drake or Skepta *shudder*. This eventually brings me on to my point – Personal taste! Just like music, one person will walk into a house and see their dream home, another will barely be able to stifle their grimace until they make it back to their car. My advice would be to keep it simple and keep it neutral and appeal to the broadest market possible – repaint the beloved lime green kitchen, maybe put the ‘artistic’ modelling shoot canvases in the attic and get people imagining themselves living in your home rather than feeling like a guest for 20 minutes! In summation, we sell and let lots of houses, we look after our customers and we can offer pragmatic and down to earth advice on selling or letting your home – see you next month. *this is not true.

Max Coleman - BA (Hons) MNAEA Managing Director

A few words from our customers.. We would like to thank you both for the excellent experience we had with you for our house sale… you were very professional and organised and we were very impressed. Thank you for being so positive about our house, for selling it so quickly, for keeping us up-to-date and informed at all times and for being available to answer all our queries. It was the best possible sale we could have wished for.

Mr & Mrs Burden, Sold in Longdon upon Tern You will get a professional, honest service from Coleman Estates. The team are committed to provide the best possible service.They are ‘on the ball’ and keen to help you move as swiftly and easily as possible. We cannot fault their service enthusiasm and commitment.

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www.barkerhealey.co.uk This beautiful 4 Bedroom executive home is situated on the sought after Dorchester Drive cul-de-sac, within easy reach of local schools and transport links. Being set back from the road and occupying a large plot, it offers a lovely feeling of privacy and enjoys gardens to the front and rear, ample driveway parking and a Detached Double Garage. Briefly comprising Kitchen/Diner, Utility, Conservatory, Lounge, Study, Dining Room, Downstairs W.C., 4 Bedrooms (Master with Ensuite) and Family Bathroom. uPVC D.G. and Gas C.H. throughout.

Dorchester Drive, Muxton

£334,995

Guide Price £334,995

Outdoor Joys THE BEST TECH TO TAKE OUTSIDE Some of the most entertaining outdoor toys are the simplest, such as the cute Swivel Car (around £22, with lots of firms offering very similar products). It’s a ride-on car with a difference: instead of pedalling or propelling it with your feet, you swivel the steering wheel and that generates movement. It’s small enough for toddlers and tough enough for big kids and even the odd adult. If you’d rather go for something more traditional, the Cozy Coupe - around £49 - has been a favourite of families for more than 30 years, and the iconic red and yellow version has been joined by dinosaur and police car versions. Complex toys can be fun too, of course. One kind of toy that’s improved dramatically in recent years is the electric car or bike for kids. It’s possible to get a decent trike for less than £40 that delivers 50 minutes of movement between charges, while around the £200 mark you’ll find impressive replicas of grown-up cars such as BMW’s futuristic electric i8. Remember that such vehicles do take a while to charge, so make sure you plug them in the night before you want to use them. If you’d rather not let your child loose behind the wheel but want to give them control of something fun, there’s a huge selection of radio controlled vehicles ranging from the toddler-friendly Little Tykes Tyre Twister (£39) to exceptionally fast scale models of performance cars such as Lamborghinis and Porsches. Even the most expensive of these are much cheaper than they used to be, with top-end models usually coming in well below £70. Radio controlled cars are fun, but radio controlled flying machines are even more fun. You know you’re living in the future when you can walk into your local toy shop and come out with a smartphone-controlled drone helicopter. Drones start at around £20 for basic ones and reach £190 for Star Wars-themed models, and drones with built-in cameras start at around £60. If you want to get serious, you can find a good selection of advanced drones with HD cameras and optical video stabilisers from around £300, rising to over £1,000 for high-end models. One word of warning with drones: their propellers can be sharp and cause injury if they bump into people, so it’s a good idea to look for one with a protective ring around the propellers if you’ll be giving it to a child or using it near kids or pets. And there are restrictions on where you can and can’t fly drones, such as in crowded areas or near airports. It’s a good idea to check up on the law before spending any money. There are also concerns over privacy: the neighbours probably won’t appreciate you flying a camera over their garden. Do you remember the days of potato guns and water pistols? They’ve become a lot more sophisticated, with products such as Nerf guns ranging from around £20 to the ridiculously overpowered N-Strike Mega Mastodon (£99), which fires 24 foam darts from a motorised revolving drum. Between it and the super-powered, super-soaking water pistols that have more in common with water cannons than the water pistols you remember from your own childhood, be wary of the weaponry you give your kids - because you can be sure you’ll be on the receiving end of the foam darts or freezing cold jets of water.

Images top to bottom: Swivel Car gyroscopic ride-on car; BMW i8 replica ride-on car; Parrot drone; Nerf N-Strike Mega Mastodon

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Come and relax in our friendly office or call us and chat about your requirements Lincoln Road, Wrockwardine Wood

Walker Crescent, St Georges

Bennetts Bank, Wellington

£99,950

£124,999

Attractive opportunity for a first time buyer who wants a project or an investment. 3 bedroom semi detached property, has ground floor bathroom, kitchen, living room and dining room. Amazing views. No chain. EPC - E

Investment opportunity. An excellent property with long term tenants who want to stay and we can recommend. 2 bedroom semi-detached with double glazing, kitchen/diner, good sized rear gardens, not overlooked. EPC - C

Ormsdale Close, Muxton

Damson Drive, The Rock

Round House Park, Horsehay

£125,000 A delightful end terraced cottage with many quirky and interesting features throughout. Two good sized bedrooms. Maintenance free garden not overlooked. EPC - E Holt Coppice, Bratton

£154,950 3 bedroom semi-detached home with ensuite and family bathroom in the popular area of Horsehay. Close to local amenities including both Telford centre and Ironbridge this would be a lovely family home. EPC - C The Cross Roads, Ellerdine Heath

£189,950

£225,000

£335,000

Lovely detached home with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, conservatory, 2 reception rooms and a study. The garage has been converted for extra living but there is parking. EPC - C

Extended 4/5 bedroom detached house, close to good schools. The property has a large kitchen, 3 reception rooms or 5th bedroom. Dining room, 4 good size bedrooms, en-suite and bathroom. No chain. EPC - C

A lovely family home with 5 bedrooms, three bathrooms and plenty of living accommodation. Large and spacious living room, a separate dining room and large entrance hallway. Double garage and plenty of driveway parking. EPC - C

£350,000 A lovely 1830 sandstone croft that grew into todays delightful detached home 3 bedroom home with many original features, huge gardens. Enviable peace and quiet yet and a much loved home. No chain. EPC - E

Tel: 01952 246622 or 01952 246633 • Fax: 01952 616677 Email: julia@juliaweston.co.uk • www.juliaweston.co.uk Julia Weston Estate Agents, The Stables, 43 Market Street, Wellington, Telford TF1 1DT 37

Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE

The Mytton & Mermaid Hotel Atcham, Shrewsbury SY5 6QG

T: 01743 761220

The Mytton and Mermaid is a family owned country house hotel situated on the banks of the River Severn in Shrewsbury. The village of Atcham is situated on the old A5 Roman Road which is about a 20-minute drive from Telford and is just opposite the entrance to Attingham Park This impressive grade II listed building is packed full of character features, it has been tastefully decorated and captures the charms of its original coaching inn days, reflecting an atmosphere of comfort and tranquillity. It is easy to see why this hotel is such a popular venue for weddings, it has beautiful surroundings and with a choice of rooms available they can cater for weddings of various sizes and are licenced for civil ceremonies. We had chosen to visit on a Friday evening which is Fish and Fizz night. We had a choice of ordering from the main menu or the special fish menu. The special Fish and Fizz menu had a selection of starters, mains, desserts and selection of cocktails too. Special offers are also available on purchasing a bottle of fizz if you are ordering off this menu. While we looked over the menus Nik ordered a pint of Shropshire Gold and I had a glass of Chambord Royale off the Fish and Fizz menu, which is a glass of prosecco with a raspberry liquor. There is also an extensive wine list available. For starters Nik chose the Tempura Battered Soft Shell Crab from the Fish and Fizz menu and I ordered the Deep Fried Goats Cheese from the main menu. While we waited for our starters to arrive we enjoyed a bowl of marinated olives and sun-dried tomatoes and a selection of freshly baked bread which were soon devoured.

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT My goats cheese starter had a lovely crunchy coating of breadcrumbs and was delectably soft and warm on the inside, it was served with a fresh rocket and tomato salad, roasted fig chutney and red wine syrup - I really enjoyed this dish, lots of flavour and a great mix of textures.

The pannacotta was very light and luxuriously silky smooth, the crunchy caramelised apple balls were like delicate little toffee apples - amazing! My Eton mess was a great end to my meal, a lovely mix of whipped cream, meringue pieces, fresh raspberries, blackberries and a delicious fruit coulis.

Nik's crab was served with an Asian salad and a sweet chilli mayo. The delicate crab had a wonderfully light tempura batter and the fresh crab meat tasted fantastic with the chilli mayo.

The staff were all very helpful and informative and there was a great lively atmosphere in both the restaurant and bar area.

We both ordered from the special fish menu for our mains, Nik chose the Moules Ă la CrĂ¨me and I ordered the Grilled Fillet of Seabass. Nik's mussels arrived in a large black cast iron pot and was served with a side of chunky hand cut chips and some wedges of freshly homemade bread. The succulently sweet mussels were perfect with the white wine cream sauce. The bread was perfect for mopping up the last of the delicious creamy sauce. The seabass was served on top of a chive and baby prawn risotto, charred spring onions, rocket salad and basil oil. The seabass was perfectly cooked and had a lovely crispy skin, the risotto was wonderfully creamy and the onions and salad worked well with the dish. Nik opted for a dessert off the main menu, Caramelised Apple Pannacotta and I decided on the Raspberry & Blackberry Eton Mess off the Fish and Fizz menu.

The Fish and Fizz menu is available every Friday evening alongside the main menu and live music starts at 9pm. On a Sunday you can enjoy a traditional Sunday lunch which is served from midday through until 9pm. Afternoon Tea is available Monday to Saturday from 2:30pm til 5:30pm - bookings are essential so please call to book a table. Brunch is served daily until 11am. If you want to make a night of it then why not stay over with a dinner, bed and breakfast package, great deals are available if you book direct. The Mytton & Mermaid Hotel offers great food in an amazing location and if you fancy trying the Fish and Fizz night for yourself then please find a 10% discount below.

Reviewed by Fleur & Nik Abel

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10% OFF on a Friday evening with this Advert

Special offers on Fizz and special Fish dishes

Fish and Fizz offers run alongside our full menu every Friday evening with Live Music from 9pm, available in our bar and restaurant.

T: 01743 761 220 The Mytton and Mermaid Hotel, Shrewsbury SY5 6QG

WWW.MYTTONANDMERMAID.CO.UK

This voucher can not be used in conjunction with any other offer and can only be used on a Friday evening when one or more main course is ordered from the fish special menu. Valid on food only.

Street Food

QHotels’ Telford Hotel & Golf Resort has launched a new and innovative conference menu, bringing street food to conferences and events in Shropshire. QHotels’ Telford Hotel & Golf Resort has launched a new and innovative conference menu, bringing street food to conferences and events in Shropshire. The hotel’s new lunch menu follows an intensive six-month period of research by QHotels, which took chefs from Telford Hotel & Golf Resort and its 25 other hotels, into cafes, large chain restaurants and small independents. The group’s chefs sampled the latest culinary trends to assess customers’ eating habits and preferences. The customer insight and research revealed that the rise of street food remains the biggest culinary trend to hit the UK, and is the cuisine of choice for Telford Hotel & Golf Resort’s conference customers.

AVAILABLE AT CONFERENCES WITH NEW MENU LAUNCH nuts to fennel seeds, giving delegates a choice of flavours and textures to be creative with, as well as a choice of completely ‘clean’ hot dishes. Matt Coathupe, Head Chef at Telford Hotel & Golf Resort, said: “The biggest challenge with conference and events menus is being able to produce dishes to suit a wide range of tastes and dietary requirements. Conference food generally consists of two to three safe and standard options, which is something that our new menu has changed. “The research behind the menu focused on understanding what our customers eat not when they’re at a conference, but what they’d choose at home, in a café or a restaurant. This not only means that conference dining should be more enjoyable, but also means it should be similar to delegates every day food choices, making time out of the office or on the road a little more familiar.” To find out more about conference and events at Telford Hotel & Golf Resort visit: www.qhotels.co.uk/our-locations/telford-hotelgolf-resort/conference-meetings/

The new ‘do it yourself’ street food offer allows delegates to play around with key components and flavours, to tailor dishes to their own preferences, as well as choose from a range of different menus, including Pan-Asian, Indian, Mexican, Japanese, boutique fish and chips and chicken. From pho noodle bowls, to steamed hirata buns, lamb koftas and roti wraps, the dishes have been influenced by popular cuisine from around the world. Also, inspired by the rising trend in clean eating, centrepiece salads will feature a selection of different raw ingredients, from

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FATHER’S DAY LUNCH

SUMMER SUNDAY LUNCH

TAKE THAT v JERSEY BOYZ

Sunday 18th June

Sunday 9th July

Friday 14th July

Treat your dad to a delicious three course lunch with coffee served in our Lakeside Restaurant with our resident pianist and table magician.

Enjoy a three course lunch prepared by our talented team of chefs served in our Lakeside Suite, fantastic singing from Katie Lawson and musical melodies from our resident pianist.

£21.95 per adult, £9.95 per child

Sing and dance along to all the classics as Take This group perform songs from Take That and Jersey Boys. The night includes a three course meal and disco until 1.00am.

£27.00 per person

Booking is essential

Call 01902 700100 to book your table Great location, convenient to J3 M54 and only 20 minutes from the centre of Wolverhampton and Telford.

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01902 700100

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Fresh Daily Carvery from 12-2pm Over 60's week day carvery offer at £7.99 with choice of dessert of the day or an ice cream sundae

Main Menu available 12-8.30pm Lite-bite selection available until 5pm Afternoon Teas & Cakes 2.30-5pm (Bookings Only) Opening hours: Sun to Thu: noon till 11pm • Fri & Sat: noon till midnight Food served: Mon to Sat: noon till 8.30pm (Carvery till 2pm) • Sun: noon till 7pm (Carvery only)

On Sunday Carvery ONLY - 12 till 7pm

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Live Bands Real Ales, Cider, BBQ Car Boot / Table Top Sale / Craft Fair And much, much more...

Late night music featuring local DJ’s in

‘The Barn’

Outside Play Area, Bouncy Castle, Face Painting

T: 01952 603768 • www.redhouseinn.co.uk • E: theredhouseinn@hotmail.com • Wellington Road, Lilleshall, Newport TF10 9EW

PETS:

If your dog has ever ingested a poisonous substance, youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll know the sudden and devastating effect it can have on their health. Unfortunately, three commonly used foods regularly cause serious issues for dogs, often requiring emergency treatment by a vet. Chocolate Chocolate contains a poisonous substance called theobromine, which is derived from the cocoa plant. Amongst other symptoms it can cause severe vomiting, diarrhoea, high temperature, irregular heart rhythm, and fitting. Dark chocolate contains more theobromine than milk or white chocolate, and it is not unusual for a dog to need veterinary intervention even when a small amount has been consumed.

THREE TYPES OF FOOD THAT ARE POISONOUS TO YOUR DOG Onions, leeks, chives, garlic and shallots All members of the allium family, these foods can cause anaemia in dogs and are poisonous both in their raw and cooked form - even something as innocuous as onion gravy can cause a severe reaction in some dogs. They contain organosulphides which attack the red blood cells over a period of time. After a few days you might notice your dog has an upset stomach, is lethargic, sleepy, or breathing rapidly.

Grapes, raisins, currants and sultanas These can all be fatal to your dog, although the dried versions are believed to be more toxic. Some dogs are able to eat these foods with no ill-effects, but others experience serious illness over a period of several days, with vomiting and diarrhoea, and in some cases kidney failure a few days after ingestion. www.pdsa.org.uk/taking-care-of-yourpet/poisons-and-hazards www.thekennelclub.org.uk/ media/605397/poisons.pdf

By Ann Haldon

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.

TARGET Excellent: 78 or more words Good: 65 words Fair: 58 words

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Afternoon Tea

Traditional Afternoon Tea £14.95pp Freshly made sandwiches, hand baked cakes, scones with jam and clotted cream and tea or coffee (or with a glass of bubbly £19.95pp)

Afternoon Cream Tea - £10.95pp

Special Offers

Freshly made sandwiches, hand baked cakes and tea or coffee

Events

Early Bird Special

15% OFF YOUR TOTAL BILL Served between 6.00pm – 7.00pm 3 courses must be ordered from the Seasonal Menu Pre-booking essential.

18TH JUNE - Father's Day Lunch £24pp - 3 course Sunday lunch, includes a FREE pint for Dad (under 12's half price) available 12-3pm Afternoon Tea - £15.95pp or £19.95pp with a pint of beer, lager or glass of bubbles (between 4-6pm)

Bottomless Coffee - £4.95pp

AVAILABLE BETWEEN 10AM AND 12 NOON ANY DAY Relax in one of our comfy lounges or in the cosy bar with our bottomless Filter coffee (or English Breakfast Tea) and a fresh pastry. No need to book.

Hadley Park House Telford TF1 6JQ

01952 677269

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THE

WHITE HOUSE HOTEL MUXTON

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

T: 01952 603603 Lunchtime SAVER

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

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2 Steaks & Wine for ONLY £25 (available everyday) 2 Succulent Prime Rump Steaks with a Bottle of House Wine

Recipe

APRICOT JAM SWISS ROLL Great for a teatime treat, this light sponge cake is best eaten on the day it’s made. For a chocolate version replace 25g of the flour with 25g sifted cocoa powder.

Ready in 40 minutes, plus cooling time Serves 8 - 10 INGREDIENTS: • 100g caster sugar, plus extra for sprinkling • 3 large eggs • 100g self-raising flour FILLING • 100g unsalted butter, softened • 225g icing sugar • Few drops vanilla extract • 6 tbsp apricot conserve

1. Preheat the oven to 200C, Fan 180C, Gas 6. Lightly grease a 33x23cm Swiss roll tin and line the base and sides with baking paper. Lightly grease the baking paper. 2. Place the eggs and sugar in a large mixing bowl and whisk with a hand-held electric whisk until the mixture is very thick and pale and the whisk leaves a trail when lifted out – this will take 8 to 10 minutes. 3. Sift the flour over the whisked mixture, and gently fold it in with a metal spoon until just incorporated. Turn the mixture into the prepared tin, tilting it gently to make sure the mixture spreads evenly into the corners. 4. Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the sponge is pale golden and springs back when lightly pressed with your fingertips. Whilst the cake is baking, place a sheet of baking paper on a clean damp tea towel and sprinkle with 2tbsp caster sugar. 5. Quickly invert the hot sponge onto the paper and peel off the lining paper. Trim the edges of the sponge and roll up firmly from one short end with the paper inside. Leave to cool completely. 6. To make the buttercream filling, beat together the butter and vanilla extract then gradually beat in the icing sugar until smooth and creamy. 7. Carefully unroll the cooled cake and remove the paper. Spread the buttercream over the sponge then spread the apricot conserve on top. Gently reroll and serve sliced.

TIP Use any fruit conserve you like or try lemon or lime curd for a really tangy filling.

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Fre s h Lo ca l A s p a ra gu s b le a l i a v A W O N NEW REVAMPED!! Donnington Shop Open 7 Days

Pop-in and see us at: Donnington

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

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

Priorslee

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

Green Fields Farm Shop

• 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...

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Mon to Thu: Noon - 11pm Fri to Sun: Noon - Close

FOOD SERVED:

Mon to Fri: Noon - 9pm Sat: Noon - 9:30pm (last food orders 9:15pm) Sun: Noon - 5pm (Sunday Roast)

Stafford Road, Newport TF10 7LX

www.thenewinnnewport.co.uk

BOOKINGS ADVISABLE

T: 01952 812295 45

These Boots (and Bodies)

ARE MADE FOR WALKING

May is National Walking Month. It’s hard to believe we need a National Month to promote the default way we move our bodies around, but many of us now walk far less than previous generations did. Yet walking can reduce your risk of disease, improve your physical and mental health, help the environment and improve your social life, too. The Health Benefits Walking is often underrated as exercise, but it can have a highly positive impact on your health. Regular walking is proven to reduce the risk of stroke, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, asthma, obesity and some cancers, and helps maintain musculoskeletal health. On average, you can burn 400kcal a day by walking 10,000 steps. Choosing to walk instead of using transport reduces pollution, too, potentially boosting everyone’s health. Walking can also lift your mood and help reduce stress, anxiety and depression. Countryside walks have the added benefit of nature, tranquillity and fresh air. Luckily, the UV light we absorb while walking can improve our health too. While our skin and eyes do need protection from unhealthy UV exposure, some UV light is essential for good health. It can alleviate depression, help to regulate our body clock and stimulate Vitamin D production. Vitamin D boosts our immune system, aids blood cell formation and helps us absorb calcium and phosphorous, necessary for healthy bones and teeth. The World Health Organisation says 5 to 15 minutes of casual sun exposure of hands, face and arms 2 to 3 times a week during summer is enough to keep vitamin D levels high.

Other Benefits of Walking

Accessibility: Walking can be done anytime and anywhere. You’re not obviously ‘exercising’, either, saving you embarrassment if you’re self-conscious. Social: You can walk with a family member or friend - this time away from the usual distractions can allow you to spend quality time together and enjoy a good chat. You may also meet other people out and about, and of course, you can always join a local walking group, a local health walk or the Ramblers (previously the Ramblers’ Association). See the links at the end for inspiration. Environmental: Every time we walk to work, school, shops or social activities instead of using transport, we reduce pollution and congestion. This helps the environment and improves the health and safety of ourselves and our families, not just now but in the future, too. Financial: Simple walks on the flat require no special clothes or equipment. It’s cost-effective exercise that can save you money on travel costs too.

Walking Dos and Don’ts

DO wear comfortable clothes and footwear. Comfy shoes, trainers or boots and your usual clothes are fine for walking around streets or park pathways, but if you’re walking in rural or hilly areas, or in bad weather, you should buy proper walking shoes or boots and a waterproof coat. For the very adventurous, waterproof trousers might be handy too. DO Ensure you wear weather-appropriate clothing. In winter, wearing layers and donning a scarf, hat, gloves and waterproof coat will keep you warm and dry. In warmer weather, a sun hat

and sunglasses are essential (your eyes can be damaged by the sun’s UV rays as easily as your skin can). Talking of your skin, remember to apply sun cream before setting out and take it with you for a reapplication if you’ll be out for some time. DO stay hydrated. Always take a drink, especially on hot days and long or rural walks – you may be a long way from cafés or shops. DO be prepared; know where you’re going, what weather you can expect and how long the walk will take. Be aware of your personal safety (which may mean telling someone where you’re going), and ensure you take a snack. A charged mobile phone is a good idea too. DON’T ignore pain from footwear. Head back. Blisters can quickly become agonising. DON’T ignore weather warnings. Remember, weather can change very quickly. DON’T ignore the advice of human or printed walking guides. Your local country park is a far cry from an exposed, remote, hilly trail. Don’t attempt long or challenging hikes until you’re fitter, more experienced and well-prepared. DON’T play music so loudly that you’re unaware of what’s happening around you.

Make a Walk Part of Your Day

Walk the children to school, add a walk or extend one at the beginning or end of your commute, extend your dog’s walks, choose the stairs over the lift or escalator.

Walking Routes and Walking Groups

www.livingstreets.org.uk – a charity supporting walking as part of everyday life, with many useful links and information pages. www.walkinginengland.co.uk - thousands of free walks to download and print. www.walk4life.info - find routes, organised walks and walking groups. www.walkingforhealth.org.uk - the Walking for Health scheme offers 1,800+ free, short walks every week - search for those nearest you. www.nationaltrail.co.uk - helps you find great walks in England and Wales, whether you want a day out, a good ice-cream, a short walk or a 630-mile adventure. www.ramblers.org.uk - a charity protecting footpaths, promoting walking and organising walking groups.

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

HEALTH & FITNESS

SHROPSHIRE'S

BIGGEST OUTDOOR FREE

TASTERS AVAILABLE

3 DAY FREE TRIAL

Anytime Fitness Telford

13-14 Gresham Drive, Lawley Village TF3 5ES T: 01952 787 247 E: telford@anytimeﬁtness.co.uk *Terms & conditions apply, please call for full details

Telford Hotel and Golf Resort

Twilight Spa

The Body Barn, Moorfield Lane, Newport TF10 9EH

Call: 01952 455 541 E: info@thebodybarn.co.uk www.thebodybarn.co.uk

TWILIGHT SPA EXPERIENCE - £35pp Experience Includes:

1 x 25 min ESPA Treatment Glass of Prosecco Robe, Towel & Slippers Also includes full use of the leisure facilities including the indoor heated pool which will entice you to take a dip, the eucalyptus vapours of the steam room will revitalise your body whilst the heated lounges enable you to relax, lie back and do absolutely nothing! BOOK YOUR TWILIGHT EXPERIENCE TODAY The Twilight Spa, available between 4pm-9pm Wednesday and Thursdays from the 3rd May, will allow guests to ease away the aches of the day and unwind in the tranquil setting of the four star Telford Hotel & Golf Resort’s Spa.

To book your Spa experience from the 3rd May call Spa Reception on 01952 422 977 or email: telfordspa@QHotels.co.uk Telford Hotel & Golf Resort, Great Hay Drive, Sutton Heights, Telford TF7 4DT • www.QHotels.co.uk 47

Carers Week Carers Week is an annual awareness event highlighting the challenges carers face and celebrating their contribution. This year’s campaign, supported by charities, businesses and government, runs from 12th to 18th June and focuses on Building Carer Friendly Communities: ‘places that understand a carer’s daily reality and do what they can to make life a little bit easier for them.’ Caring in the UK

WHO CARES FOR THE CARERS? the person they care for. • Shorter working days. • Adapted or flexible start/finish times. • Flexibility to work more when they can, while allowing time off for appointments etc. If you’re a GP, hairdresser, physiotherapist or any other professional person offering appointments, could you offer mobile services or make appointments to fit around carers’ needs? The Carers Week campaign is urging us to: • Recommend businesses.

carer-friendly

organisations,

services

and

The facts:

• Run awareness and fundraising events.

• Three out of five of us will become a carer at some point.

• Pledge to support carers and make our own organisations carer-friendly.

• Around 6.5 million people in the UK provide unpaid care for a disabled, ill or older relative or friend; 2 million are older people with their own health problems. • At least 380,000 older carers in England provide 50+ hours of care a week without any help from their local authority. • Over 100,000 people in their eighties and beyond are caring full-time. • 38% of carers in a recent MND Association survey were unaware of their right to a Carers’ Assessment. “We know that caring for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, but without the right support at the right time, caring can also have a huge impact on a carer’s emotional and physical health, work and finances,” says Heléna Herklots CBE, Chief Executive of charity Carers UK. Research shows that caring can potentially damage carers’ own physical and mental health, and their relationships with partners, family and friends. It can also isolate them and make it difficult or impossible to hold down a job, even driving them into poverty.

Are You a Hidden Carer?

Heléna Herklots CBE, said: “Carers have told us that it makes a huge difference to their lives when they are supported by their local services and communities…whether that’s offering a flexible GP appointment, having flexible working policies or raising awareness in schools of caring, it can make a positive difference.”

Sources of Support for Carers

If you’re a carer, help is available and it’s vital that you get the support you need. The NHS Choice Care Page has an extensive section for carers, covering assessments, money and legal matters and caring issues. www.nhs.uk/ conditions/social-care-and-supportguide/Pages/what-is-social-care.aspx The eight charities below support Carers Week and the services they offer include counselling, practical and financial help, respite care and advice. It’s worth investigating other charities specific to the condition of the person you care for, too.

Age UK offers counselling, support groups, day and respite care, and advice on Carers’ Assessments and benefits. www.ageuk.org.uk/homeand-care/advice-for-carers/are-you-a-carer; Tel: 0800 678 1174

“Please don’t call me a carer - I don’t want that title. I am her son, not a carer!”

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“I pop in to my neighbour every day and do all her shopping and cleaning for her, but I am not her carer. They go in to get her up and washed.”

Carers UK supports, connects and campaigns for carers with its network of partners. www.carersuk.org/help-and-advice; email: advice@carersuk.org; Tel: 0808 808 7777 Mon-Fri 10am-4pm

These responses, gathered by a recent campaign to identify ‘hidden’ carers, highlight a common problem. Many carers don’t see themselves as carers if they don’t help someone dress, take medication, move about or go to the loo - or if they’re ‘just’ a husband, wife, mum, dad, son, daughter, friend or good neighbour.

Independent Age provides free advice and information to older people and their families. www.independentage.org; email: advice@independentage.org; Tel: 0800 319 6789 Mon-Fri 10am4.30pm

Yet helping with shopping, laundry, cleaning, cooking, formfilling or money management is all part of caring, and caring is caring - whoever it’s for. Many responses also showed carers aren’t getting the advice they need to access financial, practical and emotional support for themselves and those they care for.

Building Carer Friendly Communities If you’re an employer, give any employees who are carers as much flexibility as possible. This could mean: • An extended lunch hour, giving them time to eat and check on

Macmillan Cancer Support can provide practical, emotional and financial support for carers. www.macmillan.org.uk/informationand-support/audience/looking-after-someone-with-cancer. html; Tel: 0808 808 00 00 Mon-Fri 8am-9pm The MND Association can offer practical and financial help. Their site has a wealth of information for carers. www.mndassociation. org/for-carers; email: mndconnect@mndassociation.org; Tel: 0808 802 6262 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm & 7-10.30pm The MS Society provides support and advice for MS carers, and may be able to provide a grant for a short break or activity. www.mssociety.org.uk/ms-support/for-carers email: helpline@ mssociety.org.uk; Tel: 0808 800 8000 Mon-Fri 9am–7pm.

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Late nights, early mornings and night-time wanderings can really have an effect on your child’s wellbeing (and your stress levels). If your child is struggling to sleep, these tips might help. Get into a routine According to Jessica Alexander of The Sleep Council, a bedtime routine is vital. She told the NHS, “A bedtime ritual teaches the brain to become familiar with sleep times and wake times. It programmes the brain and internal body clock to get used to a set routine.”

Ban screen time before bed The blue light emitted by smartphones, tablets and other digital devices has been found to disrupt sleep. A Norwegian study of 10,000 teenagers found that the more time the teenagers spent on electronic devices during the day, the less sleep they got. So keep phones, tablets and TVs out of your child’s room and ban them from being used for at least an hour before bedtime.

Get plenty of exercise and fresh air Both exercise and time spent outdoors have been found to promote a better night’s sleep. So take the kids to the park, or play out in the garden in the afternoon.

Try calming music Quiet, soothing music can help your child to relax. If you play the same song every night, it can even become a sleep trigger. Good choices include Kesang Marstrand’s ‘In the Land of Dreams’, and ‘Hello Night’, which you can find on YouTube, or play direct on www.kesangmarstrand.com. You could also try recordings of white noise, which some children find relaxing. Image: Children’s pyjamas by Panda & Ping, www.pandaping.com

TO HELP YOUR CHILD SLEEP Cut down on sugar Fruit juice, squash, sugary drinks and caffeine can all stop your child from getting to sleep. Try to make sure they stick to water or milk for a few hours before bedtime. And cut out any sugary snacks, or anything that might cause bloating or trapped wind. Even naturally sweet foods, such as honey, can have an effect on your child’s sleep pattern.

Plan ahead What excuses does your child use for getting out of bed in the night? What can you do to make it easier for them to stay in bed? Little things, like a bottle of water on the bedside table, or an extra blanket for when it gets cold, can help to cut down on the excuses.

Make peace We all find it hard to get to sleep if we’re worried or stressed. Your child is no different. If they’re upset because you’re cross, or if they’re worried about an argument from earlier in the day, they might struggle to drop off. So try to make peace and keep calm. And take time to discuss anything that might be bothering them, from exam nerves to fall-outs with friends.

Find out what works, and stick to it All children are different, and the perfect solution for one might not work for another. Some parents swear by bathing their child before bed; others find a bath wakes their child up. A few drops of lavender essential oil on their pillow helps some children to drop off, while others just dislike the smell. Some children sleep better in complete darkness; others need a nightlight to feel secure enough to rest. As with all parenting, there is an element of trial and error involved, but when you find what works for your child, build it into your daily routine.

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The expression ‘golden years’ refers to that period in our lives in between retirement and age-related physical decline, a time when we are supposed to enjoy the greatest quality of life. This view is supported by statistics: last year a survey of more than 300,000 adults by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) found that happiness and life satisfaction peaks between the ages of 65 and 79. In addition to the higher levels of contentment we can expect at this age, many of us can look forward to a comfortable lifestyle. The ONS has also revealed that today’s millionaires are overwhelmingly likely to be from the Baby Boomer generation (born between 1946 and 1964), and 51% of people aged 55 or over in the UK claim to have upwards of £500,000 in total wealth. There’s a general assumption that life is easier and sweeter in our later years and statistics do seem to suggest that once we pass the flinty milestone of middle age, most of us can look forward to some ‘golden years’. But while life is good for some, others may find the golden lifestyle they had hoped for becomes tarnished by unexpected responsibilities and stress. Ironically, it seems that the older generation’s knack for acquiring wealth and property has been partly responsible for this situation. In these insecure economic times, many grownup children are staying on in the family home as they save for a place of their own, or relying on financial handouts to get by. Childcare may also be required, and however welcome that duty may be, no-one would deny that looking after young grandchildren can be tiring. Often it’s not just the younger generation who are in need of help. People are living longer and it’s not unusual to find individuals in their 60s and 70s supporting their elderly parents, sometimes with full-time care. When family members experience illness, disability or financial problems, it’s natural to want to help, but in our rush to support our nearest and dearest it’s easy to ignore the fact that age is creeping up on us. The youthful resilience that once helped us cope with stress starts to ebb away, leaving us more vulnerable to its effects. During a recent study, the Harvard Medical School found that stress has a powerful effect on the human body. When we are stressed the part of the brain that processes emotions such as fear and anger sends out instructions to the body to release the white blood cells (used to fight infection and injury). These cells cause inflammation of the arteries and this can lead to angina, heart attacks and strokes if the stress is allowed to continue. Other potentially harmful hormones, equally damaging in the long term, are also released during stressful episodes. Research now suggests that too much stress can suppress the immune system, lead to depression and even shorten lives. Signs of stress can include feeling overwhelmed, guilty, lonely and constantly anxious, as well as lacking interest in activities

you have previously enjoyed. You may also feel constantly fatigued, or become easily irritated. Physical changes can include significant changes in weight, headaches and neck or lower back pain. Of course, if family members are dependent upon you for support, it may not be possible to change your situation, but following the steps below may help: • Ask for help from friends and family – don’t wait for it to be offered. • Do your best to get enough sleep and exercise. • •.Set realistic goals by breaking large tasks up into small ones. • If you’re worried about your finances, ask family members to contribute, or check out any state benefits that may be available. • If you are a full-time carer, research what help is available on a local level, including groups where you can meet others in a similar situation. • Keep in regular touch with family and friends. • Make time each week to do something that you enjoy. • Consider meditation relaxation.

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If none of this helps, the next step should be to visit your doctor to explain how you feel. If family members are depending on you, you’ll need to stay mentally and physically strong, so don’t be afraid to use all the medical and practical resources that are available to you. Fortunately, even in these days of austerity and local service cuts there are still organisations you can turn to for help. Try Independent Age (www.independentage.org) or Age UK (www.ageuk.org.uk) to pick up some valuable information and advice. Sharing your feelings and concerns with others is an important first step. Hopefully it won’t be long before you find the support you need, making your life less stressful and bringing you a little closer to those golden years you so richly deserve.

by Kate McLelland

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Postural/Sedentary Pain I thought in this month’s article I would talk about a condition which is defiantly on the rise and that’s Postural/Sedentary pain. You may be wandering what this is, well it is pain related to lack of activity in our lives and the stress placed on our postural set causing pain. It is somewhat unusual as we often associate pain problems with trauma or sudden movements that cause pain, but we are seeing more and more postural pain associated with inactivity.

these problems when so many parts of our lives are becoming sedentary?

The ever increasing technology/IT in our lives is having a detrimental effect on the human body, especially at work where more and more occupations involve often lengthy periods of time sat at a computer or a laptop. It’s not just at work for example internet shopping has lead to a reduction in people shopping on the high street and so becoming more sedentary.

It is important to try to take regular exercise whether it is a brisk walk for 30-40 minutes, going to the gym, taking part in competitive sports or even just being on your feet and moving around rather than sitting in front of the TV every night.

The fact of the matter is the human form through the years has evolved through movement and so you could argue that we are not designed to be sedentary in the same posture for hours on end. The price of sitting for too long has been well documented to increase chances of heart disease, cancer and diabetes and even short periods of activity can reduce that risk. In the clinic the number of patients being treated for neck and back related problems relating to inactivity significantly exceeds those doing physical jobs. So how can we prevent

In the workplace: It is vitally important to take regular breaks to move out of set postures regularly even if it’s just to stand and stretch on occasions. Secondly make sure during break times you don’t just go a sit in the canteen or staff area but go for a short brisk walk. Thirdly make sure you work station has been assessed and set up to suit your individual needs. Outside of work:

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Dementia Awareness Day Blists Hill Victorian Town in Shropshire is marking National Dementia Awareness Week, 14th – 20th May, by inviting those living with dementia and their carers to come and enjoy a visit to Blists Hill Victorian Town on Friday, 19th May at a very special price of just £5 per couple. Whether living at home or in care people with dementia are at risk of becoming isolated and lonely. Their carers often suffer from the same lack of contact with others, as they feel they have fewer opportunities to engage with the community. The Ironbridge Gorge Museums are an ideal place to get out of the house and meet other people in a safe and welcoming environment. As members of the Dementia Action Alliance and the Safe Places Scheme, and with many staff being Dementia Friends, the Ironbridge Gorge Museums do all they can to make a visit as stress free and enjoyable as possible.

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Blists Hill’s Dementia Awareness Day is an opportunity for people living with dementia to come and try out the Ironbridge Gorge Museum’s largest site at a specially reduced price of £5 per couple. Living well with dementia is all about doing as much as possible to enjoy an active, interesting and engaging lifestyle. There is something for everyone at Blists Hill Victorian Town from looking at the Victorian cottages and shops, talking to the costumed demonstrators, having a ride on the horse and cart or simply enjoying a cone of traditional fish and chips, while sitting in the flower garden. To obtain the special discount on 19th May, those guests living with dementia just need to tell the staff that they are taking part in the Dementia Awareness Day. Information about local dementia services will be available on the day including where to go to get advice. For further information, call the Ironbridge Tourist Information Centre on 01952 433 424 or visit www.ironbridge.org.uk.

Use the Summer Months As we all know, it’s very easy to put on weight during the winter without even realising it. The same applies to your dog, who might currently be displaying a larger than expected stomach - but it’s easy to help them lose weight and become fitter.

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Not just walks Variety is the key to faster weight loss, and incorporating play into their exercise regime will work wonders. You can build a home-made agility course using large boxes and tubes, or buy the ready-made versions from pet stores and supermarkets. Hide and seek, or playing ball games on the beach will also be well received.

It’s not always obvious that your dog is gaining weight though, so it’s a good idea to have regular checks using your vet’s scales. Taking photos of your dog every few weeks during the whole year will also reveal any additional poundage.

Portion control Exercise plus careful control over how much your dog eats is a powerful combination for losing weight. It’s so easy to lose track of their food intake during a day, but choose a good quality food that will be easily digested.

So what else can you do to help them shed their excess weight during the longer days of summer?

Help from your vet Most vets run weight-loss clinics which are useful if you also have any health concerns about your dog. The vet can offer valuable advice, and make sure you’re giving them the correct food.

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Summertime Walks TO RAISE FUNDS FOR MACMILLAN Macmillan Cancer Support will be holding a pleasant summertime walk around Telford on Sunday 12th July to raise funds for a very worthwhile charity. There will be a 12 mile walk taking participants past many of the notable and interesting parts of Telford on the South Telford Heritage Walk. The walk is open to everyone over the age of 14, starting at 10am from the Telford Hornets Rugby Club. For families and children under the age of 14 there will be a family walk of 3 miles around Telford Town Park starting at 11am with all ages welcome, under 5s are free. There will be bouncy castles, face painting, and other amusements, as well as a fun warm-up before the walk starts to get the kids enthused and in an energetic mood, ready for the off! For both events, the start and finish line are located in the same area, the Telford Hornets Rugby Club, with refreshments available as well as fun activities, a bar, free parking, and toilets.

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British Beauty This month we’re celebrating British beauty brands, from boutique perfumers to global bestsellers. The founders of Scottish skincare brand Ishga include a beauty therapist, a scientist and a seaweed specialist. So it’s perhaps no surprise that Ishga products harness the power of organic seaweed to deliver noticeable, lasting results. Along with Hebridean seaweed, key ingredients include thistle oil, jojoba oil and aloe vera. Ishga products are a real pleasure to use and the brand has built up a devoted fan base (which includes me). You’ll find the Ishga range in a number of fivestar spas across the UK, as well as online. If your skin has a tendency to feel dry and tight, try the Hebridean Marine Toner, £25. It’s really hydrating and packed with anti-oxidants; see www.ishga.co.uk. Bradford born Leighton Denny is probably best known for his nail varnishes. There are now 101 of them, in pretty much every colour you could want. But Leighton’s talent doesn’t stop there. His tanning products, lip colours and fragrances have attracted a league of fans in their own right. His perfume Light and Dark Lively, £43.50, beat numerous big brand top-sellers to be crowned Elle Magazine’s Readers’ Choice in the Fragrance Foundation UK awards last year. It’s a unisex fragrance that’s citrusy, woody and very wearable; see www. ld-boutique.com. Narynda Kumar first started experimenting with skincare when she developed stress-related dermatitis. Rather than resorting to steroid creams, she created a balm using the beeswax from hives in her garden. It was so successful that she made more for friends. As demand grew, Narynda decided to take the plunge and set up her own business. She created a range of skincare products using natural ingredients, such as beeswax, oat extracts and seed oils. To begin with, Narynda sold her skincare products at craft fairs and farmers’ markets, but they’re now available from online retailers such as notonthehighstreet.com and Love Lula, as well as from Narynda’s own website. Try the Day Cream, £17.50. It’s gentle enough for even sensitive skin, but powerful enough to give your skin a real boost; see www.narynda.com. Spanish-born Marina Barcenilla now lives in Glastonbury, where she’s been creating award winning fragrances for several years. One of her perfumes, India, was named Best New Independent Fragrance by the Fragrance Foundation UK. While I do like India, my favourite has to be Spring Rain, £70. With notes including bergamot mint, rosemary, geranium, rose, blood orange, lemon and Indian frankincense, it’s fresh, vibrant and unlike anything else on the market; see www. mbparfums.com. Akamuti was launched by aromatherapist Lindsey Hedges back in 2003. Since then it’s developed a reputation for great quality, natural products. Everything is handcrafted, using ethically sourced sustainable ingredients, such as seed and nut oils, organic shea butter and essential oils. Every product I’ve tried feels really decadent – nourishing, soothing and a real joy to use. The Fragrant Tranquillity Bath Salts, £8.50, for instance, are a real treat at the end of a busy day. They leave skin feeling super soft, and smell divine; see www. akamuti.co.uk.

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Books

RELATIONSHIPS This month’s books are all about relationships, from first loves and families to fleeting friendships.

Lucky Boy – Shanthi Sekaran

Mexican Solimar risks everything to start a new life in America, but as an illegal immigrant she has few rights. When she’s thrown into a detention centre, her son is placed in foster care. Kavya is an American-Indian chef desperate for a child. When she’s given Solimar’s toddler to care for it seems like a dream come true. One boy – two mothers, both of whom will do everything in their power in order to keep him. An emotional rollercoaster of a read, this looks set to become one of this year’s bestsellers.

The Lonely Hearts Hotel – Heather O’Neill

Pierrot and Rose grow up together in a Montreal orphanage. They bond over a shared love of entertaining people, but go their separate ways as teenagers. Reunited years later, they set out to realise their childhood dream of running their own stage show. Their path isn’t an easy one, however. They both have demons to face, and Rose’s wants her dead. A highly entertaining read, with beautiful, lyrical prose and characters you’ll be rooting for from the beginning.

A Big Dose of Lucky (Secrets) – Marthe Jocelyn

When the Canadian orphanage they live in burns down in 1964, seven teenage girls set out to discover the secrets of their pasts. Seven authors have each chosen one girl’s story to write. The result is the Secrets series. In A Big Dose of Lucky, Malou heads to a small town in Ontario, hoping to find her birth parents. Malou is mixed race, shy and desperate to fit in. The truth of her birth may give her the family she craves, even if it’s not the one she imagined. An enjoyable read that will leave you eager to read the rest of the series.

A Gentleman in Moscow – Amor Towles

The gentleman of the title is Count Alexander Rostov. Following the Russian Revolution, the Count is sentenced to house (or in this case, hotel) arrest, indefinitely. Given work as a waiter in the hotel restaurant, he forges close friendships with some of the other inhabitants. While his view is mainly confined to what he can see out of his tiny window, Rostov is able to observe and ruminate on a tumultuous Russia over the course of four decades. You’ll savour every word.

My Sweet Revenge – Jane Fallon

When Paula finds out her husband is having an affair, she decides to win him back – so that she can be the one who breaks the marriage up. She befriends his mistress, Saskia, and sets out on a mission to lose weight, get fit and become the woman he wants. Paula recruits Saskia’s husband, Josh, to help and together they set out to make the cheaters’ lives a misery. An easy read that’s perfect for lazy sunny afternoons.

See You in the Cosmos – Jack Cheng

11 year old Alex loves everything to do with space. So he builds a rocket and sets off for a rocket festival in Mexico. His plan is to launch his rocket into space, attached to an iPod on which Alex is recording his thoughts and feelings about his family and the people he meets on his journey. While it’s been catalogued as a children’s book, See You in the Cosmos definitely has crossover appeal. Fresh, imaginative and full of energy, this is perfect for fans of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time.

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Safety First As a parent, your main priority is keeping your child safe. Children, however, often have other ideas. From launching themselves off the back of the sofa to chewing on gravel, they seem to have an innate ability to endanger themselves. Thankfully, it’s never been easier for parents to learn basic first aid.

Learn first aid at home, for free While nothing beats hands on training, a video course can help prepare you for an emergency. ChannelMum.com has teamed up with St John Ambulance to produce a series of short first aid videos aimed at parents. They cover everything from seizures and choking to allergic reactions and burns. Available to watch for free on www. channelmum.com/firstaidcourse, the videos offer practical advice that’s simple to follow and easy to remember. Most are just a few minutes long, so you could plan to watch one a day in your lunch break. www.futurelearn.com also runs regular free online first aid courses. They’re mainly video based, with some articles, group discussions and quizzes.

Quick home fixes Around 60 children die in household accidents every year. So it’s well worth taking some time to look for any potential hazards. Try to see things from your child’s point of view – get on your hands and knees if needs be. What sharp corners could they bump into? What furniture could tip over if they tried to climb it? What might they be tempted to chew or taste? Simple fixes include: • Securing heavy items, such as TVs and bookcases, so they can’t topple over if your child pulls at them, or uses them as a climbing frame. • Locking away any toxic substances, including household cleaning products. Dishwasher tablets are often brightly coloured and very appealing to

PARENTING a young child, but they can be deadly if swallowed. • Tying up any blind cords and other strings that a child could get caught up on. • Cutting up grapes, cherry tomatoes and other fruit lengthwise, before giving them to your child, to minimise the risk of choking.

New car seat regulations You may have heard that new car seat rules have been introduced, banning backless booster seats for young children. All the rules actually mean is that manufacturers can’t introduce new models of backless booster seats for children shorter than 125cm or weighing less than 22kg. So if you already use a booster seat, you don’t have to change it. That being said, high back booster seats have been found to offer much greater protection to young children than backless ones. So it might be time for an upgrade. If you are planning to buy a new seat, look for one that offers some side impact protection, such as those by Diono. The Diono MXT, £85, is a good choice. Unlike some seats, both height and back width can be adjusted very easily, so it can be used for children between 97 and 160cm tall. There’s a choice of four colours and the covers are removable and washable. Our testers (aged five and seven) found the MXT very comfortable. It also kept them in an upright position when they slept, rather than allowing them to slump over. And they loved the snack trays (mainly for storing seashells and crayons) - see www.uk.diono.com.

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Challenging Road Run

OF 32 HISTORIC STEAM MACHINES THROUGH IRONBRIDGE GORGE

An eclectic collection of over 30 machines will take part in a challenging road run around the Ironbridge Gorge on Saturday, 13th May when engines and drivers will be tested with steep climbs and gentle descents.

Fodens and Fowlers. Some of these engines are especially rare, particularly The Chief, a huge early Victorian ploughing engine, as well as the Lord Doverdale, one of the last commercially working steam road engines. The only surviving Agri Tractor from the six originally built will also be joining the Road Run along with the Gold Medal Tractor, which took part in the Land’s End to John O’Groats race.

It will set out from Blists Hill Victorian Town, where they will also be ‘in steam’ on Sunday 14th May for all to see. The spectacular Steam Road Run will visit many of the Museum’s sites and historic monuments in The Gorge.

Many of the drivers will be wearing Victorian costume and some will be pulling period living vans and tractors. The crews and engines will also be judged by roving assessors on their historical accuracy, time keeping and even crew cleanliness.

Part of the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust’s 50th anniversary celebrations, the spectacular Steam Road Run will visit many of the Museum’s sites and historic monuments in the Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site.

All the engines will be available to view on Sunday, 14th May to visitors at Blists Hill Victorian Town where steam enthusiasts get to meet the crews and see the magnificent machines.

The 32 steam machines will include a variety of makes and types ranging from traction engines and steam lorries to road locomotives and ploughing engines with Sentinels,

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A Home

WITH CHARACTER What about woodwork?

There’s more to interior style than eye-catching accessories. Consider introducing an appealing sense of charm and character with these interesting ideas. Is your home lacking in an indefinable something? Has it lost its period features? Would it benefit from a dash of gravitas, some appealing detailing or maybe a larger intervention that restores authenticity or aids functionality? While wallpaper, paint, furniture and window treatments can go a long way towards creating a beautiful interior, they can’t solve every problem. Sometimes it is worth digging a little deeper and considering some more architectural alterations – though they don’t necessarily have to cost a fortune. Here are a few suggestions.

Improve your floors

In many a living room that lacks storage, the answer is easy: build across the recesses either side of the fireplace, with cupboards below and display shelving above. Functional and good looking – and the same goes for alcove shelving elsewhere, window seats, wardrobes and other forms of built-in joinery (even kitchen and bathroom units). As with mouldings, however, do take the time to consider how these additions work with your home overall, so that they complement it in terms of both scale and detailing. And, naturally enough, if you are the proud owner of completely inappropriate built-in storage or seating, you might want to plan for removing and replacing them when possible. You can buy panelling off the peg or, as here, made bespoke to suit your room. Price varies, Titchmarsh & Goodwin: 01473 252158; www.titchmarsh-goodwin.co.uk.

If you have original timber boards beneath your floor coverings, you are very lucky. And if they are in good condition, luckier still. Sanding them back, then staining and/or oiling them, is a relatively straightforward procedure for a competent DIYer who is willing to hire the right equipment (don’t forget lots of sandpaper and a face mask) and spend the time – or you can employ a professional. If the boards are in poor condition, renovation is possible to an extent, or you might consider replacing them with reclaimed boards that match the style of your home. Homes built between the late 19th century and the middle of the 20th often feature colourful, patterned geometric or encaustic tiles, generally along the hallway and garden path. Even if they are discoloured or damaged, chances are the tiles are repairable. Find the right specialist to sort them out, and the results will be dramatic.

Think about mouldings From skirting to ceiling roses, door surrounds to dados, mouldings are the building blocks of a home, contributing enormously to its overall look. Getting them right is not always straightforward; it is worth researching carefully, as they should correspond in scale and design to the age and style of your architecture. Modern replicas are often available, but sometimes it is necessary to go to a specialist, and this is not cheap. How easy they are to alter will depend very much on your individual circumstances – but this is definitely a project to bear in mind if you are considering renovation work.

Another element of a home that can easily be overlooked is your doors. You might never think about them from one year to the next but, in fact, replacing poor quality or badly designed interior doors with beautiful ones is a major enhancement. In a period home you might seek out reclaimed examples or find well-made reproductions; you could also decide whether it would be a good idea to paint them or, conversely, strip them (the same goes for wooden shutters, if you possess them). While on the subject of woodwork, might panelling of some form enhance a room or hallway? It comes in a wide variety of styles, from Jacobean to contemporary, and is relatively easy to fit – especially if your walls are straight, smooth and dry.

Get the lighting right There are two reasons for improving your built-in lighting – either the illumination within the rooms is inadequate or imbalanced, or the look of the fittings themselves could be improved. You might decide to be discreet and opt for minimal downlighters in the ceiling, choose simple wall lights or versatile LED strips, or go for full-on drama with huge, eye-catching chandeliers; either way, plan this well and you will love your new look.

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Cupboard knobs, door and window furniture, light switches, plug sockets, even the humble pull cord – such small details build up into a big picture of your home which make an enormous difference to your perception of it. If you have cheap plastic light switches, for example, you can have them swapped quite easily (and at relatively little expense) for swish, upmarket ones which are not only lovely to look at but also pleasant to touch every time you use them. The same goes for door and window furniture: think, for example, how different your front door would look with a gorgeous, matching set of letterbox, bell and numbers.

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This piece was inspired by a video of a driver doing something earthshatteringly stupid - and the internet is full of this stuff. Though worth a chuckle, they serve as a reminder to avoid such people. My top 5: 5.

The car trailing a pump nozzle and 3m of hose from its filler cap. Like you didn’t hear some sort of bang as it snapped off the pump?

The 4 x 4 driver who exits, via a tight left-hander, a car-wash set on a bank. They floor it, shoot off the road and roll over-and-over down the bank. Pity you wasted your money on that premium wash eh?

Those classic instances of tail-gating over a rising bollard, which is designed to stop such an act and has signs saying so. Still, some drivers think it doesn’t apply to them, until their transport is lifted three feet off the ground.

How difficult can it be to drive into a workshop with an inspection pit? Line the car up and drive slowly in. Alternatively, speed in at a crazy angle and jam the car sideways down the pit.

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Top place must go to the video that prompted this piece. Taken by the dashcam of a car waiting to fill-up at a petrol station, it shows a driver using a cigarette lighter to see how much fuel is in the tank, with predictable results. The dashcam driver, seeing the conflagration unfolding before their eyes, drove off before things really got out of hand, but presumably it didn’t turn out well.

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Newport Male Voice Choir is looking for new members to join our happy throng. We are therefore holding an informal singing day on Saturday 20 May 2017 so you can come and see if choral singing is for you. We perform a wide range of classic songs, show numbers and popular music. If you enjoy singing do come and join us: you can be sure of a warm welcome. It doesn’t matter if you have not sung in a choir before or can’t read music. The only qualification is the ability to sing in tune and with enthusiasm. There’s no voice test, no audition and no obligation to join. The event will take place from 10am to 3.30 pm at Trinity Church, Wellington Road Newport. We will be very pleased to see you for the day or just for an hour or two. Bring some lunch (coffee and tea will be provided). For more information phone Alan Wright on 01952 813267.

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Call us on 01743 537 233 to book a test drive. Mercedes-Benz of Shrewsbury Vanguard Way, Battlefield Enterprise Park, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY1 3TG 01743 537 233 Official government fuel consumption figures in mpg (litres per 100km) for the new C-Class Cabriolet range: urban 23.5(12.0)–54.3(5.2), extra urban 39.2(7.2)–72.4(3.9), combined 31.7(8.9)–62.8 (4.5). CO2 emissions 208-116 g/km. Official EU-regulated test data are provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors.

Motoring

Those of you hoping this was BMW’s M7 need to look away now. Although this may be the fastest BMW the German firm has ever made, if you’re after a fire-breathing, full-blooded M car, the M760Li will leave you a little disappointed. You see, it may have that fabled tri-colour badge on its boot, but this isn’t cut from the same cloth as an M2, M3 or M4. BMW says that’s because this is a car for buyers with something of a split personality. One moment they may be keen on a country road assault so they can enjoy the glorious V12, the next they might want to kick back and relax in the massaging seats and just cruise along. Looks and image The 7 Series has long been a luxury choice for the type of buyer who still enjoys driving, though – and the M760Li is the epitome of that. With several driving modes to choose from, sporty drivers are well catered for as throttle response is quickened, gear changes swifter and the whole car feels more taught and agile in bends when its sport setting is active. Flick back to the comfort setting and it’s a different story – mellower, more relaxed, it eases over bumps and floats along beautifully. It’s an impressive dichotomy. The looks of the M760Li won’t be for everyone, though. There are some gaudy chrome touches and in the matt grey it looks, dare we say it, a little common. Inside, however, it’s a wonderful place to spend time. Buyers in the UK will predominantly drive themselves, but for those that do get chauffeured around the back seats are arguably more comfortable than up front. There are multimedia screens to enjoy, cushioned headrests and massaging, reclining seat backs.

Space and practicality

The 7 Series does feel a little smaller in the rear than rivals from Mercedes and Audi, though. Up front the driving position is a little cosseting too, with controls wrapped around you, but it’s easy to get settled and comfortable.

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installed a V12 engine in their 7 Series at the launch. And since that first unit arrived in 1987 in the 7 Series, the 12-cylinder lump has doubled in power. The 2017 6.6-litre unit now boasts a whopping 601bhp, a staggering 800Nm of torque and is capable of propelling it to 60mph in just 3.6 seconds. That gives it the impressive title of the fastest accelerating BMW ever made – not bad for a model that’s not even a ‘proper’ M car. All that grunt does mean you’ll pay at the pumps; the M760Li will return 22.1mpg and emits 294g/km.

Behind the wheel

The BMW is a true Jekyll and Hyde car with distinct personalities behind the wheel. We tried the M760Li on the track first. Although the long sweeping bends and snooker table smooth surfaces weren’t going to show off the car in anything other than the best light, it was incredibly swift for such a lump. That V12 makes a pleasingly sound and while there may be some body roll, it’s not too intrusive and, for a car of this size, actually rather impressive in the way it’s kept under control. It’s all helped by four-wheel drive that has a rear wheel drive bias when it’s needed. The steering is a little light in the comfort setting, though, especially for track work, but flick it into sport and it’s far better.

Value for money

At £132,310, you’d expect to get some goodies thrown in, and fortunately you do. Lightweight 20-inch alloys, a Bowers & Wilkins sound system and Car Play are included, as is an Advanced Parking System, adaptive LED headlights, a headup display, and massaging seats. There’s even rear-seat entertainment and a panoramic glass sunroof provided too. How very generous. Naturally there’s an extensive options list. Executive lounge seating to make rear passengers even more comfortable, night vision and BMW laser headlights are just a few of those you can tick.

Verdict

For petrol heads, the fact BMW perseveres with a V12 is a revelation. In a world where downsizing is the buzzword, it seems hard to believe that a manufacturer would launch a 6.6-litre petrol drinking lump. Although the market for it will be small, we’re still very glad it has. OK, so this might not be the M7 that many performance BMW fans crave, but it’s as close to it as we’re going to get. It’s great fun to drive, sumptuously luxurious and wonderfully relaxing when you want it to be and all in, a very competent and exciting 7 Series indeed.

by James Baggott

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Official Government Test Environmental Data. Provisional fuel consumption figures mpg (litres/100km) and CO 2 emissions (g/km). Vauxhall Corsa Limited Edition 1.4i (75PS) ecoFLEX: Urban: 41.5 (6.8), Extra-urban: 65.7 (4.3), Combined: 54.3 (5.2). CO 2 emissions: 120g/km.# Personal contract hire offer on Corsa Limited Edition 1.4i (75PS) ecoFLEX 3-Door including free of charge brilliant paint on vehicles ordered by 3 July 2017, subject to availability and status. Age 18+ only. Figures based on a non-maintenance contract hire package with advance rental of £4,186, then 35 monthly rentals of £182. Excess miles over contracted mileage of 24,000 over 36 months charged at 6.64 pence per mile. Excess charges also apply if you breach manufacturer servicing or maintenance guidelines or if the car exceeds BVRLA Fair Wear & Tear guidelines for its age/mileage when it is returned to Vauxhall Leasing. Package includes Road Fund Licence and Vauxhall Assistance. Guarantee/indemnity may be required. Prices and details are subject to change without notice. For full specification and Ts&Cs contact your local Retailer. You will not own the car. ALD Automotive Ltd., trading as Vauxhall Leasing, BS16 7LB. Authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. *OnStar is available on selected models. OnStar and 4G Wi-Fi hotspot services require activation and are subject to mobile network coverage and availability. Wi-Fi hotspot service requires account with nominated mobile network operator. Charges apply after free trial period. The OnStar subscription packages could be different from the services included in the free trial package. Terms and conditions apply. Check vauxhall.co.uk/onstar for details, availability, coverage and charges or ask your Vauxhall retailer. Vehicles purchased without OnStar cannot have the required technology retro-fitted. Destination download is only available on vehicles with factory installed navigation system. #Fuel consumption information is official government environmental data, tested in accordance with the relevant EU directive. Official EU-regulated test data is provided for comparison purposes and actual performance will depend on driving style, road conditions and other non-technical factors. General Motors UK Limited t/a Vauxhall Motors reserves the right to change, amend or withdraw this offer at any point in time. Correct at time of going to press.

Admaston

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Church Aston

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

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14th May (Sun) - GrowLocal is a free gardening event organised by Transition Town Telford. Giant plant sale, knife sharpening, lots of gardening information and advice, local food producers. More info on Facebook ”Transition Town Telford and Twitter @SustainTelford.

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.

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.

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11th Jun (Sun) - Vintage Fair at Edgmond Village Hall, 10am-4pm. Stalls, live music, bar. Free entry. Stalls £15 Contact Janis 07739 634703 Janis.blinkhorne@ btinternet.com 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 £3. Contact Diana Wright 01952 811561 or Diane Renshaw 01952 825564 for details. 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 Sharon on sharon_collins75@ yahoo.com

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) National Organisation of the Widowed meet every 4th Wednesday of the month at Horsehay Village Hall at 7.30pm. Anyone interested call Keith on 01952 598924 or Doreen on 01952 502551.

Ketley

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.

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

13th May (Sat) - Baby & Children's Sale at St John's Church, Saltwells Drive, Muxton. The sale is 11am to 1pm with early entry for NCT members at 10:45am. Admission is £1. Email NNS.telfordwrekinanddistrict@nct. org.uk for more details and how to become a seller. 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: 1:00-2:45pm NCT Bumps and Babes group - for parents and carers with children under 2, £1.50 donation Painting Club 2-4pm (term time), 4.15om onwards Blue Branches Drama Academy. Tue: Tiny Tots (10am, 1pm 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: Afternoon Fellowship 2.30-4pm monthly & Beacon 7.45pm Fri: Lunch Club Over 50’s (1st Fri of mth) Sub:Zero – Youth Cafe, yrs7+ 4-6pm Sat: Young Embroiderers (Mthly), 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

16th May (Tue) - Newport Shropshire U3A This meeting is the AGM therefore attendance is restricted to Members Only. However, after the formal business is completed there will be a talk by Brian Nelson from the Shrewsbury and Newport Canal Trust about "The Rebirth of the UK Canals - A personal Perspective".. 27th May (Sat) - Garden Opening - Brook House Garden, Forton, Near Newport, TF10 8BX open from 2-5pm in aid of All Saints Church, Forton. This beautiful garden sits on the banks of the River Meese near the famous Thomas Telford skew bridge. Entry is £4, there will be teas, a plant sale and tombola to enjoy. There is wheelchair access but no dogs are allowed. 20th Jun (Tue) - Newport Shropshire U3A Caroline BAILEY will present "Handcuffs to Hot Glass" at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Road, Newport at 2pm. Admission £1. Members and visitors are most welcome to come along. 22th Jun (Sun) - Newport's Through the Garden Gate event is your chance to peek behind the gates of some interesting town and countryside private local gardens and allotments. There will be lunches, tea, cakes and plant sales at some of the gardens. Tickets £4.50, under 16's free and are available from The Guildhall Tea Room, Hey Judes and on the day at Newport Cottage Care Centre or any of the gardens. 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. Shropshire WIldlife Trust (Newport) - meet 7.30-9pm on 2nd Tue of month (exc. Dec), Church Aston Church Hall, Newport TF10 9JG. £2 members, £3 non-members, inc. refreshments. 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. 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 at Card n Play (High Street, Newport), box towards back of the shop. 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 Newport French Evening Classes For Adults - At Adams` Grammar School - Conversational Classes Thursdays. For further info call Lynn on 01952 812944 or email lynnjones2@freeuk.com 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. 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 Sheila Johnstone 01952 820294 for further 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’ Brigade (Contact: 01952 608007). Fri 7pm Company Section open to boys and girls year 7+. (Alan Talbot on 01952 612075) 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. 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 Flaming Grill, 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.

Shifnal

12th May (Fri) - Ladies Pamper Evening at Shifnal Village Hall from 7.30pm. Why not come and treat yourself. Beauty treatments available plus jewellery, scraves, handbags, clothes, gifts and many more different stalls. Entrance £2.50. All proceeds to Shifnal Harriers Junior Football Club. For more info contact Ruth Evans 07790 726182 19th May (Fri) - Spring Ball at The Park House, Shifnal. Tickets £37.50. Champagne Reception, 3 course meal with Live Band. Further Information call; Pippa Hodgetts 07811 143195/01952 460474. Shifnal Diamond Drop-in (Age UK) - first Tue of every mth at St Andrews Church, Shifnal. Contact: Neil Brooks: 01743 233123 or email neil.brookes@ageukstw.org.uk for more information. 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. Shifnal Crime Prevention Panel meets on the 4th Wednesday each month at 8pm at the Park House. Anyone interested in keeping Shifnal’s crime figures low is welcome to attend. Contact 01952 462988 for details. 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 on 2nd Tue each month 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

8th Jul (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, refreshments. Free adjacent car park. Further details from Bob Pilkington, T: 01299-211737. sbpilkington02@outlook.com (Tables may be available.) 25th Jul (Tue) - Floral Extravaganza, by International Floral Designer, 7:30pm at Wrekin Colllege, Wellington TF1 3BH. Tombola, Raffle, Jonathan ’s Pop-Up Shop, and exclusive Gift Stalls. Tickets £20 to include Fizz and Canapes. Available from Linda Hood 01952 252243 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. Evening Art Classes - at Wellington Methodist Church - Tuesdays 6-8pm. Contact Liz Doody the course tutor for more information or to book your place on 07970 709116. SUNNYCROFT - 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington. House, gardens and tearoom open Fri-Mon 10.30am-5pm (from 27 May also open Tue's), last admission to house 4pm. Bug hunting Sat 3rd Jun. Daimler Week Fri 16 - Tue 20 Jun (standard N.T. admission charges apply). 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 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 Jenny Hartland 01952 289154 or Carol Shore 01952 597851. Craft Fair - First Sat of month, at Belmont Hall (top of New Street), 10am - 3pm. Good quality handmade items, refreshments and free entry. 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 Wellington Civic Centre. 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 Belmont Community Hall, Wellington. For more info call 01952 251 364.

Other Areas

Whist Drive - Every Fri, at Buildwas Village Hall, 7pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details. 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. Ketley Community Centre, 1-3pm on the last Tue of every month. T: 01952 253877 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 Thursday evenings 8-9.30pm at Sutton Hill Church, please see web www.temponilla.co.uk for calender of this years events, and contact details. 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.nadfaswm.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 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

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 on 01952 201803 for details.

Church Aston

at Church Aston Village Hall: Mon 10-11am Zumba (easy) @ Village Hall with Nikki 07967 343728 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

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 7.30-10.30pm. Call Donna on 01952 567920 Dawley Phoenix 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 Clive Roscoe on 07552 761896. 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 payas-you-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

Circuit Training - every Wed 5.45-6.45pm (Ladies only) £4 a session, contact Chris Bailey on 07866 641227.

Hadley

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.

‘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 Women’s Circle for Spiritual Development – Are you a woman who wants to develop your spiritual knowledge & be connected to other likeminded ladies; then this is for you. 1st Wed of month, cost £7 book Romella 07894812440 The Gorge Therapy Centre , Maws TF8 7LS Cygnus Book Cafe – Come and join a friendly group as we discuss a “spiritual” book of the month - 2nd Tue of month 10-11.30 @ The Gorge Therapy Centre, Maws Craft Centre TF8 7LS Contact Romella for details 07894 812440 Healing Share – For all Reiki and other hands-on energy practitioners – come and share your healing energy and have some healing yourself – 1st Wed of month & 4th Fri of month. @ The Gorge Therapy Centre, Maws Craft Centre TF8 7LS Contact Romella for details 07894 812440

Ketley

Stretch & Tone Class - Sunday 9-10am at Ketley Community Centre on Holyhead Road. Class is aimed at increasing and maintaining flexibility and can help with joint discomfort too. Classes are £4 and MUST be booked in advance due to demand for spaces. Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982 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

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: 7.308.30pm & 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. Slimming World - Wed 5.30pm & 7.30pm at Leegomery Community Centre. Call Pam on 07854-896515 for more details.

Lightmoor Village

at Oak Tree Centre, Lightmoor Village: Mon: Hatha Yoga 7-8.30pm, drop-in £4 per session. Call/ text Emma on 07590 437712 or emabyoga@yahoo.co.uk 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 Hall Bowls Club - Club afternoons Thu 2.30pm, Club nights Wed 6.30pm Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Friendly, flat green bowls, Apr-Sep. To try a new sport call 01952 822148 or 01952 814671 www. lilleshallbowls.org.uk

Friendly Flat Green Bowling at Lilleshall National Sports Centre, April to Sept – club afternoons on Thursdays at 2:30. Website www.lhbc.fsnet.co.uk or call 01952 463137 or 01952 814671 for further details 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 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

at St John’s Church Muxton: Bumps n Babes (NCT) 1-2:45pm (fortnightly), sessions £1.50 Slimming World - Mon (9.30, 5.30pm & 7.30pm) contact Celia Powell 07575 123666 Wed: Over 50’s Aerobics (10am) Newport Little Dragons Karate 5.30-6.30pm Fri: Sequence Dancing 8pm If you would like further info. on the above activities contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

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 are looking for new players for 2017. 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 Yoga - Mon 5.30-6.30pm @ Burton Borough School Hall and Wed 10.30-11.30am @ Cosy Hall - with Nikki 07967 343728 Clubbercise Mon 7-8pm @ Burton Borough School Hall with Nikki 07967 343728 Tone & Sculpt - Wed 9.15-10.15am @ Cosy Hall - with Nikki 07967 343728 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 Zumba Gold (easy) Fri 9.30-10.30am @ Cosy Hall Contact Nikki 07967 343728 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 Zumba @ Cosy Hall, Newport. Tue 6.30-7.30 Contact Nikki: 07967 343728.

& Fitness Classes 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

Priorslee

Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at Holy Trinity Academy, Priorslee. Club nights - Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact: Pete Green (Chairman) on 07952 679821 or Jerry Seymour (Treasurer) on 01952 261008 (email: jandmeseymour@talktalk.net). Website: www. wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

Shawbirch

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

Shifnal

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. Zumba at Shifnal Scout Hut, Thu 6-7pm with Nikki 07967 343728 Clubbercise Thu 7.30-8.30pm @ Shifnal Primary School with Nikki 07967 343728 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. 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

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

HIITPad Fitness 4 week Intensive Academy. Starts 1st May. Morning and Evening groups. Next course starting June 12th. Held at Bailang, St Gower Street Trading Estate George's, Telford. For more info visit www. hiitpad.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

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 at TCAT Haybridge Road, Wellington, 5.30 & 7.30. Thu at Wellington Pool, Tan Bank, 5.30 & 7.30. Call Heather on 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

Stirchley

Telford Community Tennis Club, Junior tennis coaching lessons at Bowring Park, Wellington on Sun - 10-11am (4-7yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 12-1pm (11-16yrs). We also have sessions for adult members of all abilities.

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.

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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

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

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.

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

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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KING ARTHUR: LEGEND OF THE SWORD

An iconoclastic reinvention of the classic story, ‘King Arthur: Legend Of The Sword’ follows Arthur’s journey from growing up rough in the back streets to claiming his rightful throne. When he was a child, his father was murdered and his sinister uncle Vortigern seized the crown. But now the Sword in the Stone has revealed itself again, and the prophecy of a trueborn king is spreading among the people. Arthur must come forth and acknowledge his legacy – whether he wants to or not. Release Date: 12th May 2017 Genre: Action, Adventure, Drama Cast Members: Charlie Hunnam, Eric Bana, Jude Law

PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: SALAZAR’S REVENGE

The epic franchise returns for its fifth instalment, ‘Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge’, which sees a crew of deadly ghost sailors, led by Captain Salazar, hunting down Jack Sparrow.

Jack’s never had the best luck, and things are looking particularly bad for him now. His only hope for survival is the legendary Trident of Poseidon, but he’ll need to ally with beautiful astronomer Carina and headstrong sailor Henry to get it. And Jack’s alliances tend not to last too long… Release Date: 26th May 2017 Genre: Action, Adventure Cast Members: Johnny Depp, Javier Bardem, Geoffrey Rush

COMING SOON... ALIEN: COVENANT

he latest chapter in the iconic sci-fi horror franchise, ‘Alien: Covenant’ chronicles the voyage of the colony ship Covenant, bound for a distant planet, whose crew makes a terrible discovery. They’re undertaking the first large-scale colonisation mission, and their new world was supposed to be a paradise. But in reality, it’s a hell: as the crew discover threats and creatures more horrific than they can imagine, their quest for a new home quickly turns into a desperate attempt to escape. Date: 12h May 2017 Genre: Science Fiction, Thriller Cast Members: Michael Fassbender, Katherine Waterston, James Franco

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Diana is princess of the Amazons, a race of women living in isolation. And when the Great War comes to their island, Diana takes up the mantle of ‘Wonder Woman’. Sworn to defend the world, she leaves her home with dashing American pilot Steve Trevor to fight in the War and try to bring it to an end. But even the princess of a race of warriors can’t be prepared for the horrors waiting for her in the trenches. Release Date: 2nd June 2017 Genre: Action, Adventure Cast Members: Gal Gadot, Robin Wright, Chris Pine

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

Notes from your local Ironbridge Gorge Councillor The Telford & Wrekin Local Plan provides a framework for development in the Borough and the Council has identified a borough wide plan target of 15,555 net new dwellings up to 2031. However, the Planning Inspectorate has suggested that the Council reconsider its Objectively Assessed Housing Needs and has highlighted a number of issues within the Plan identifying “serious soundness concerns”, which at this stage is greatly concerning. As a member of the Telford & Wrekin Planning Committee I spoke in favour of deferment on the Apley Woods application TWC/2015/0843. We have a moral obligation to protect our natural landscapes, the character within our Borough and I felt there were defendable reasons to warrant a further deferment, as the proposal conflicts with the principles of local and national policy. The Ironbridge Gorge World Heritage Site Management Plan and Conservation Area Management Plan will come before Telford & Wrekin Cabinet in April. These plans aim to safeguard the unique heritage and character of the Gorge and to engage with the living and working community that also significantly define and contribute to the vibrancy of the WHS. I am delighted to confirm that the Council will be improving the condition of the existing carriageway surface on The Wharfage, Tontine Hill and High Street in Ironbridge. Works will commence from Monday 24th April and for more information please do email me on the contact details below.

Cllr. Nicola Lowery (Ironbridge Gorge Ward) T: 01952 380 718 M: 07583 041 568 E: nicola.lowery@telford.gov.uk @Nic_Ironbridge

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Diamond Drop In AT ST. ANDREWS CHURCH, SHIFNAL With Dementia week approaching in May, I thought it would be a good time to make people aware of a group that is run by a local charity, Age UK Shrophire, Telford and Wrekin (STW) and works in partnership with St Andrew’s Forget-MeNot group. This group is called Diamond Drop-In at ForgetMe-Not, St Andrew’s Church in Shifnal. This Diamond Drop-In not only supports local people living with dementia, but also their carers. The group meets on the first Tuesday of the month from 2pm-4pm. The group also provides: • A chance to get to know others and share experiences in a friendly relaxed atmosphere • Support and information about other services that are available to support and help you • The opportunity for everyone to get involved in fun and interesting activities. These activities appeal to everyone and include singing, music, games and reminiscence. One member of the group reported ‘The Drop-in centre has been a real boom to me personally as it helps me cope as a carer. My husband gets such a lot out of it too, it makes him smile and we can do fun things together.” If you know someone, locally, who would benefit from this group, please encourage them to contact Age Uk’s Shrewsbury office on: 01743 233123 ext: 232 or 255 and ask for Jenny or Neil.

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Only 1,000 giant pandas are believed to survive in the wilds of China, 80% of them in the south-west province of Sichuan where, in 1987, a Research and Breeding Centre for Giant Pandas was set up in a northern suburb of Chengdu. From the original six pandas rescued at the start of the programme, nearly 100 have been successfully bred, thus increasing the population without affecting those in the wild. Today this award-winning centre is one of the best places in the world to see giant pandas in a semi-wild environment. Not surprisingly, the centre is a popular attraction for foreign and domestic tourists, including Chinese schoolchildren on their annual outing, but those in the know visit early in the morning to avoid tour groups and watch the pandas waking up, all set for their bamboo breakfast. It’s also a pleasant time to wander through the grounds, before the heat sets in, and enjoy over 100 hectares of greenery landscaped to resemble the bears’ natural habitat, with hills and lake, 400 species of trees and some 10,000 clumps of bamboo and bushes. In this natural environment the pandas are not as pristine and white as their cuddly toy counterparts, but despite their somewhat muddy bottoms you can’t help falling in love with those big dark eyes that seem to look straight into your soul. Wander along the trails and you gaze in wonder as you see pandas eat, sleep or play in large enclosures and, if you’re lucky, you may get within feet of a bear. But most of the time they’re far too busy to take any notice, for there’s bamboo to

PANDAS IN CHENGDU

munch, trees to climb and mates and cubs to socialise with. Besides the giant pandas, you’re almost sure to spot a few members of the red variety, much smaller and often going in pairs, sleeping in the trees, eating, lapping up water or just nosing around. Other rare breeds who found a home in Chengdu include black-necked cranes, white storks and golden monkeys who live alongside song birds, egrets, peacocks and swans. Meanwhile the new-born pandas are cared for in the nursery, so tiny you can’t imagine they’ll ever grow into soft furry giants - but visitors who don’t mind the extra cost can have a peep or even a cuddle. But it is all in a good cause for this is a nonprofit organisation and all funds are reinvested into the project. Besides the adoption scheme, the centre raises extra funds through various activities and the sale of panda memorabilia in order to sustain its twofold ambition: conservation and education. Conservation involves studying the behaviour and specific needs of pandas and encouraging breeding, naturally or, if that fails, by artificial insemination. Increasing numbers, they say, is the key to survival and the time may come when some bears born in captivity could be released into the wild. On the other hand, education means raising awareness about the giant pandas’ plight, not only in the Chengdu Centre but also worldwide by working with a range of partners far beyond the borders. Having settled in Edinburgh in December 2011, Tian Tian and Yang Guang haven’t managed to breed just yet but they are doing well and remain the only giant pandas in the UK.

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400GSM Double Sided

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(Adverts, Leaflets, Invitations, Posters etc...)

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• Booklets/Brochures • Scratch Cards

• Pop up Banners

and much more...

(please enquire for any other print requirements)

• Corporate ID

(Logo’s, Business Cards, Stationery etc...)

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Kitchen Recipe

Take some... Traditional values and service Established in 2003, The Kitchen Depot is a family-owned and run business that remains true to our founding values of honesty, integrity and sheer professionalism. We take immense pride in our reputation for service and commitment to our customers, with more than half of our business coming from customer recommendations to their family and friends.

...add a dash of… Quality and Value

All of our kitchens are manufactured to an exceptionally high German specification, on site, in our own factory and by our own people. That way, we have total control over the product quality, the production timescales AND the manufacturing costs. With no middle-man – you buy direct and we are able to pass these time and cost savings directly onto our customers.

…then a big chunk of…

Ownership and Responsibility

Unusual in this insincere world, admittedly. But we mean it. We are totally committed to providing you with the best kitchen, at the best price, installed with the highest level of service and professionalism. And on the exceptionally rare occasion that something could have been done better – we hold our hands up – and put it right. Fast. No fuss. No hassle. No argument. Just sorted.

...a soupçon of…Harmony At The Kitchen Depot, we know that we are only as good as our people. They ARE The Kitchen Depot brand. That’s why we look after our staff every bit as well as we look after our customers. Because we know that happy workers, pulling together in harmony, make for happy customers.

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BRANCHES ALSO AT Ennerdale Road, Shrewsbury SY1 3NP & Queen Elizabeth Avenue, Glasgow

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LOW, LOW PRICES ALL YEAR ROUND! Fictional Sales, factory clearances, scoop purchases and all that gimmicky nonsense has no place at The Kitchen Depot. We’ll leave that to our envious competitors. All you get from us is good, honest advice, a top-quality product that we manufacture ourselves, responsibly and professionally installed, guaranteed for a full twenty five years, and at the lowest , most competitive price on like-for-like quality that you’ll find anywhere. In other words – sheer value.

www.thekitchendepot.co.uk

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