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10 A Rustic Christmas 12 Art Deco Style

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OPEN PLAN LIVING

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You may find that conventional furniture doesn’t work as well as expected in an open-plan space in which case search for larger-than-average pieces, bearing in mind that they have to look good from all angles, not just the front. What you need to avoid, especially in a larger room, is placing the seating around the edges, or spacing too far apart. Steer clear of the hospital-waitingroom or furniture-showroom look at all costs. Instead, group your seating so that sofas and chairs are sociable, either facing each other or creating a corner (modular units are good for this).

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Who doesn’t love the idea of living in a light, bright and airy open-plan space? Katherine Sorrell explains how to get the most out of it. We’ve all hankered for a large, openplan living space – where family and friends can be relaxed and sociable together, yet do their own thing at the same time. And the key to ensuring that an open-plan room looks good and functions brilliantly is careful planning. Start by thinking about how you’ll use the space – for cooking, informal eating, entertaining, working, relaxing and so on – and divide it into appropriate areas. Just as if they were separate rooms, but without conventional dividing walls. In some cases these separate zones can be created with changes of level, but generally they’re achieved through the considered use of flooring, colour and pattern, lighting and the positioning of furniture. Choosing flooring for a multi-purpose space can be problematic, as kitchens/halls need something splash-proof that can be mopped, while sitting areas ought to feel inviting and comfortable. There are two solutions. Either use different (but complementary) floorings, thus automatically creating visually distinct zones, or lay one practical flooring throughout, giving a sleek and flowing look. Stone or ceramic tiles, engineered or laminate floorboards, rubber and good quality vinyl are all suitable – simply soften with woven or fluffy rugs around your sofas and chairs to create the framework for a separate ‘living’ area. Pale colours will emphasise open, airy spaces, while darker shades are dramatic and can help make large areas feel cosy. One option in an open-plan room is to zone the scheme by using tones of one colour, going from light at one end to darker at the other. If your space is very long and thin, painting the end walls in a deeper shade makes them appear closer, thus improving the proportions, while a neutral scheme throughout can be given matching accents of a brighter colour – say, a rug in the living area, glasses on the dining table and a couple of

you’re starting from scratch with an open-plan design, try to include an island or peninsular unit between the kitchen and the rest of the room. That way, you get a visual break between the two zones and the cook can comfortably chat with family or guests while preparing food. Kitchen manufacturers now produce plenty of products that blend kitchen, dining and living functions, from cabinets that co-ordinate with freestanding storage to media units that incorporate a TV, so it’s no longer hard to design a space that blends easily from one zone to another. One final point: bear in mind that sound carries, and you won’t be able to shut a door to block it out. If you’re eating dinner, watching TV or catching up on emails, you won’t want to be disturbed by the extractor fan howling or the dishwasher gurgling so, if possible, put your washing machine somewhere separate and buy superquiet appliances. Images: (top left) Dorset Purbeck reclaimed wood extendable trestle table, £499, Modish Living: 01273 499057; www.modishliving.co.uk. (centre) Moments floor and wall tiles, £15.02 per square metre, Tile Mountain: 01782 223822; www.tilemountain.co.uk.

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Good lighting makes a big difference in any room, and is especially important for open-plan living, helping to zone the space and provide either strong illumination or soft ambience. Food preparation areas need bright lights, which can usually be built into the bottoms of wallmounted cabinets or, if you have an island unit, can take the form of a ceiling-mounted track or a row of pendants. In dining and living areas, meanwhile, you’ll want flexible lighting that can be turned up or down easily. Experts advise installing a range of circuits that can be controlled by separate switches or dimmers but, unless you’re at the building-work stage, this will involve a fair bit of disruption (not to mention the extra expense). Instead, simply introduce flexibility by replacing main light switches with dimmers and plugging in a selection of table or floor lamps at strategic points.

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strings of angels or snowflakes, or even gingerbread stars, all look adorable, and can be used everywhere in the home. Instead of shiny baubles, how about cutting simple shapes from felt and blanket-stitching them around the outside? Or making a wreath using clippings from the garden? Similarly, you can create wonderful decorations using sprigs of evergreens, ivy, pine cones (you could spray them with artificial snow), rose hips, dried seed heads and twigs (try lashing them together into a star shape). Or dry slices of apple and orange and tie them together with gardener’s string, adding cinnamon sticks and star anise. It will look and smell gorgeous. Of course, if you’re short of time, all these and more can be found in the shops, along with all sorts of irresistible decorations such as birch bark candle holders, driftwood Christmas trees and needlefelted and knitted owls, reindeer and robins. When it comes to wrapping presents, choose brown paper and string, or lengths of fabric and cotton ribbon, rather than foil that can’t be recycled. Use cardboard luggage labels and bear in mind that children might enjoy potato printing the plain paper for a little embellishment – white paint looks fantastic against the brown. As for receiving presents, there’s nothing nicer than a row of knitted stockings hanging by the fire, perhaps with some printed hessian sacks – widely available these days – for larger gifts.

The simplest of festive decorations can sometimes be the most appealing, says interiors expert Katherine Sorrell Who doesn’t love a natural look at home? And especially at Christmas, when present-buying, hosting guests, shopping, cooking and generally rushing around can all get a bit too much. Keeping your decorations simple and rustic is not only attractive and on-trend, but it also makes life easier and can be extremely cost-effective. Unpretentious and understated, natural decorations suit every home, large or small, modern or traditional, and make a fabulous, timeless alternative to commercialised glitz and glitter. The centrepiece of this look, ideally, is a real tree, which is best bought from a good local stockist. Choose one that’s as fresh as possible, make a new cut at the bottom, and display in a stand (a wicker basket is perfect) that holds a reservoir of water – it could need one or two litres every day. (Tip: the Nordmann Fir holds its needles really well.) Decorate generously, but don’t overload your tree, and keep to a limited colour scheme (white, red, green and brown are all great), using natural materials (see box). And, if you wish to add a touch of sparkle, twine the tree with small, plain white fairy lights. Feeling inspired? Spend a weekend making decorations with the family. Garlands of popcorn, nuts and paper

Fresh flowers are fabulous at Christmas – a gorgeous reminder of springtime soon to come. Hyacinths are classic (and their scent will fill your home), as are amaryllis and poinsettias. They all look particularly special in white, of course. Wrap pots in hessian tied with string or pop groups of them into a wicker basket; you can decorate the tops of the pots with silver moss. Because this is a look where less is more, laying the festive table is easy. A linen runner or place mats, plain white china, clear glass (recycled and robust or cut crystal for a twinkle, whichever you prefer) and simple decorations such as bowls of pine cones or oranges studded with cloves, and perhaps a vase full of evergreens, twigs and boughs. Cosy, welcoming and unpretentious.

INGREDIENTS FOR A NATURAL CHRISTMAS • Hessian • Twigs, branches and boughs • Linen and cotton ribbon • Brown paper and string

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Finally, add candles, small and tall, in rows along mantelpieces, in the centre of the dining table, on simple iron candelabra, in advent displays – anywhere their flickering glow will make you feel happy. Alternatively, tea lights look pretty inside old jam jars, which is safer if you have young children around. Pop a mince pie in the oven and heat some mulled wine on the hob, and here it is – a very merry Christmas. Main Image: Log battery candles with star design, £12 each, The Contemporary Home, 02392 469400; www.tch.net Image above: Intricate star, £8, Jenny Walsh Design, 0868 773293; www. jennywalshdesign.com

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ART DECO STYLE buildings from Miami to New York – one of the finest examples being the 102-storey Empire State Building, completed in 1931. In terms of furniture, the Art Deco look was low and upright in design, featuring geometric outlines with rounded corners, and often the shell, fan or sunburst shapes that are key to this style. Two completely new pieces had recently been invented: the coffee table and the cocktail cabinet, the latter something that has become inextricably associated with the style. Functional and space-saving, fitted kitchens became increasingly widespread, while the Art Deco bathroom (still a relatively new room in most homes) featured solid yet elegant shapes and glamorous looks, with plenty of chrome and bevelled-edge mirror.

To decorate walls, botanicals or geometrics were frequent motifs, while upmarket homes might have lacquer or wood panelling, mirror tiles or even trompe l’oeil murals. And Image - Artworks Art Deco bathroom, Original Style, 01392 473000; www.originalstyle.com this was the era of fabulous parquet flooring, perhaps with the addition of a zebra skin or a boldly abstract rug (today’s fashionable chevrons are a descendant). Soft furnishings were, in high-end interiors at least, sumptuous and costly, with silk and velvet (tasselled and fringed, of course) especially desirable. However, as the look filtered down it was cotton, chenille and moquette that gained in popularity, often featuring graphic patterns in bold colours or the monochrome of black, white and grey. Everything was bathed in a new form of artificial light – electricity – and the widespread use of new-fangled electric fittings meant that The Roaring Twenties saw the jazz age in full swing from designers paid increasing attention to their appearance. Often London to Berlin and Paris to Chicago. Just think flappers, strikingly dramatic, they were made from ground-breaking slick automobiles, the talkies and skyscrapers: it was all about materials such as aluminium, plywood, tubular steel, plastic glamour, drama and modernity. Consumerism had arrived, and or pressed glass; typical styles included pendant lights in the timing was just right for a brand new style. the form of an inverted bowl made from marbled glass and Also known as Art Moderne, Jazz Moderne or simply Deco, hung from chains, ziggurat, shell or fan-shaped wall lights, and Art Deco style was rooted in the world of pre-First World War column-based table lamps boasting Art Deco motifs such as leading French design, but only became widely recognised a sunray, borzoi dog or stylised naked figurines. And, since after the 1925 Paris Exposition Internationale des Arts this was, essentially, a decorative style, the right accessories Décoratifs et Industriels Modernes, an exhibition which aimed and ornaments were key, from Clarice Cliff’s ground-breaking to modernise French interior design. As they moved into a ceramics to Bakelite radios, cocktail shakers and silver dressing new era, French designers were combining classical features table sets. and rare, luxury materials with exciting new influences such as contemporary art (Cubism and Fauvism), the exotic Ballets As time went on, and Art Deco design was more widely Russes and a fascination with all things Egyptian, as well as disseminated, it became less sophisticated and more massthe art and artefacts of Japan, Africa, native America, Mexico produced. Those initial qualities of opulence and luxury and the Middle East. The result? An irresistible new style that became, especially in 1930s Britain, more utilitarian and perfectly expressed the excitement of the changing times. suburban. Though essentially still a ground-breaking style that

Decadent Deco

The luxe looks of Art Deco never go out of fashion – and, according to a recent survey by Olympia’s Art & Antiques Fair, it’s the nation’s favourite design style. We take a look at the history of this glamorous, good-looking movement.

Early Art Deco furniture was exclusive and luxurious, made from costly materials such as hardwoods, lacquer, mother of pearl, shark skin, tortoiseshell and leather, and frequently featured extravagant veneering and inlaid decoration. For collectors, then, this period is highly desirable and correspondingly expensive. However, as the style spread around Europe and became hugely popular across the Atlantic, designers gave the look a twist, employing the latest technologies and less expensive materials, such as stainless steel, chrome and Bakelite plastic. In the States it became known as Streamlining, and its curvy lines were the must-have look for a host of new

bridged the old world and the new, it was commercialised to the point of kitsch. House builders employed features such as rounded bay windows, doorways with stepped surrounds and garden gates with sunrise motifs. The vocabulary of brightly coloured zigzags, chevrons, exotic animals and stylised flowers was added to furnishings, accessories and practically any type of homeware possible – and thus what had been a luxurious look available only to the few had become an everyday style that was found in all sorts of ordinary homes.

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Norwood House is a chic and cosy eatery located in the charming countryside setting of Chetwynd Aston on the outskirts of Newport. Hosted by Anita, the restaurant has recently re-opened after the owners took a short break to concentrate on private functions. Being able to offer exclusivity, and catering for upto 140 guests, Norwood House is an excellent venue for weddings and special occasion celebrations. Having dined at the restaurant in the past I was keen to return as soon as I heard about the relaunch, as the standard of the food has always been excellent and once again I wasn't disappointed. On arrival we ordered drinks to enjoy in the pleasant bar area while we perused the menu. I was happy to see that the ever popular Champagne Menu is back, offering incredible value without compromising on choice or quality; it's available from Thursday to Saturday from 6pm till 9pm and for just ÂŁ20 per person includes 2 courses and a glass of bubbles or for ÂŁ24.95 you can upgrade to three courses. To start my husband ordered the Thai crab cake and I went for the garlic mushrooms, after enjoying a few sips of our very nice chilled champagne our food arrived hot and attractively presented. The crab cake had a golden crispy crumb coating and inside was light and fluffy crab and potato filling, Aaron commented that the flavour of the crab cake was mildly spicy with a delicious savoury Thai flavour, it was accompanied by a flavoursome tomato basil jam and fresh mixed salad leaves. My garlic mushroom starter was served in a rather cute miniature frying pan, it consisted of a medley of mushrooms cooked in a rich and creamy garlic sauce, topped with a crunchy golden pesto crumble, it was very

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Wed 14th - Olly Murs/Bruno Mars Tribute Thu 15th - Casino Party Night & DJ Sun 18th - 90's Club Classics Wed 21st - Motown Tribute Act & DJ Thu 22nd - Live Band 'Few Good Men' & DJ

To book contact our events team on 01952 460128 The Park House Hotel, Park Street, Shifnal TF11 9BA

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Events

NOVEMBER 2016 18TH -

Psychic Evening

An evening of clairvoyance and witness the psychic abilities of our spiritual guide. £15.95 PP (including buffet selection)

27TH -

Christmas

DECEMBER 2016

Sunday Crafty Christmas Fayre

With local produce on display, our Christmas Fayre will give lots of ideas for Christmas – and the chance to do some shopping! While away the afternoon with mince pies, mulled wine, hot chocolate and festive treats! Proceeds in aid of Meningitis Now. 11am – 3pm. FREE ADMISSION

Festive Afternoon Tea

Served 2-4pm @ £14.95pp or with Fizz £19.95pp

Festive Lunches

2 Courses £15.95pp or 3 Courses £19.95pp

Festive Party Nights

Stay Overnight

Includes 3 Course Meal and Disco £25.95pp Sun - Wed or £29.50pp Thursdays

Cabaret Nights in December

Sat 3rd - Sounds of Motown £29.50pp Thu 8th - Grease v Dirty Dancing £35.00pp Sun 11th - Michael Bublé £29.50pp Wed 14th - Abba Express £35.00pp Sun 18th - Gary Barlow £29.50pp

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(includes breakfast)

£85 double £75 single

Ideal Christmas Gifts!

New Year's Eve Dinner

£95.00 includes disco, fireworks & piper

Don't forget:

JANUARY 2017

Post Christmas Party Bash

Perfect if you can’t do a ‘do’ in December! £25.00pp including 3 course dinner, disco and novelties!

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European Christmas Market

COMING TO TELFORD

Telford & Wrekin Council is delighted to announce the borough will be holding a European Market this year in the lead up to Christmas. Beginning on 1 December, the market will run daily right up until 23 December offering a wide range of food, drinks, crafts and more. Anyone who has visited similar style markets before will be pleased to hear that there will be a bar as well as the obligatory sausages for that real authentic European market feel. There will be 32 traditional chalets featuring 70 per cent European and 30 per cent local market stalls. In addition, there will also be a little funfair to entertain the younger crowd as well as performances from local choirs and acoustic bands for that real Christmas atmosphere. Councillor Shaun Davies, Leader of Telford & Wrekin Council, said: “We have been discussing the possibility of a Christmas market for a long time now, and I know many local residents have raised the idea since the opening of Southwater two years ago. “Since it was announced on social media yesterday the interest in the market has been phenomenal, and despite it only being September I’m delighted at the excitement and buzz that is already building online.

“The market will not only be showcasing food, drink and products from authentic European stallholders, but will also give a number of local businesses the opportunity to have a stall of their own at an event which is likely to attract thousands of visitors “We’ve been putting Telford and Wrekin on the map with our astonishing growth over recent years and holding this market shows our continuing intention to make the borough a destination of choice.” Telford & Wrekin Council is working with Retail Alternatives to bring Telford European Christmas Market to the borough, also supported by Telford Shopping Centre. To keep up to date with the latest news visit the event page on Facebook Telford European Christmas Market.

A “Good Times” Christmas 70's Restaurant & Bistro

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Christmas Roast The Traditional Roast Turkey,Bacon Wrapped Sausage, Stuffing Balls , Cranberry sauce. (and Yorkshire pud)

Appetisers

Coq Au Vin A tender Chicken portion slow cooked in red wine and Vegetables

French Onion Soup Slow Simmered Caramelised Onions with Port served with crusty bread. Suitable for Vegetarians and Vegans Traditional Prawn Cocktail Marie Rose Sauce and Smoked Salmon served with Brown Bread and Butte Butter. Our Tapas plate Patatas Bravas ( with crusty bread) Garlic Mushrooms Moroccan Hummus and Pitta bread. Pate 'The Rough with the Smooth' two types of Pate served with Toast and Homemade Onion Relish and Capers.

Salmon Baked Salmon Fillet With a Lemon & Dill Sauce Steak & Ale Pie 'The Big One' An amazing Steak and Ale Pie cooked in the traditional way with the Pastry Topping in place so it absorbs all the wonderful Home Made Filling flavour. Lasagne With our own home made traditional sauces. Crisp and cheesy topping The Forager Large Portobello Mushrooms with Courgette slices and Aubergines griddled and served Sauce suitable for both Vegetarians & Vegans. Lovely texture and flavour.

36 High Street. Madeley Telford TF7 5AS For Desserts and other Information visit Facebook or www.goodtimesbistro.co.uk 20

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3 course meal & disco from £21.95 per person

Christmas Carvery Lunch 3 course Christmas carvery lunch £12.95 Served daily from 21st November until 23rd December

Christmas Day lunch 3 course carvery £47.50 per person Children under 12 £25. under 5’s free.

Boxing day lunch 3 courses £19.99

New Years Eve 3 course dinner, disco & fireworks £25 PP

Specials Nights MON: Grill Night Buy one get one half price TUES: BURGER NIGHT Buy one get one half price WEDS: CURRY NIGHT (selected drinks just £1.50 on specials nights)

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Recipe

MINCEMEAT & APPLE MINI STRUDELS

These delicious sweet and buttery mini fruity strudels make great festive puds over Christmas. You can prepare them a few hours in advance, cover and chill in the fridge and bake just before serving.

Ready in 35 minutes Makes 8 INGREDIENTS: • 8 tbsp luxury mincemeat

• 1 small cooking apple, peeled and coarsely grated • 8 sheets filo pastry, each measuring 18x31cm • 50g unsalted butter, melted • Filo pastry stars, to decorate (see Tip) • Icing sugar, to dust • Whipped cream or brandy butter, to serve

Preheat the oven to 200C, Fan 180C, Gas Mark 6. Mix together the mincemeat and grated apple. Take one sheet of filo pastry and brush with some of the melted butter.

2. Place a spoonful of the mincemeat mixture along one short end of the sheet of buttered pastry. Fold in a little of the pastry along each long side then roll up to enclose the filling. Place seam side down on a large greased baking tray. 3. Repeat with the rest of the pastry sheets and mincemeat mixture to make 8 mini strudels in total. Brush with any remaining melted butter. 4. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until the pastry is crisp and golden. Cool for 5 minutes then halve and serve with filo pastry stars and dust liberally with icing sugar. Serve with whipped cream or brandy butter.

TIP To make the stars, fold a spare sheet of filo pastry into three. Stamp out tiny stars using a small star-shaped cookie cutter and brush with a little melted butter. Bake as above but for only 4-5 minutes until crisp and golden.

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The Apiary, 42 Horton, Telford

Situated in the village of Horton, the property is in a peaceful tranquil setting yet close to local amenities and commuter routes. This well presented family home briefly comprises entrance hall, family room with ground floor bathroom, kitchen/dining room, living room study, guest cloakroom, utility room. The family room and ground floor bathroom are set up in a way that lends itself to becoming a 5th bedroom with en suite/ annexe. Four bedrooms, two en-suite shower rooms and family bathroom. A large gravelled driveway provides parking for several vehicles and access to the double garage. To the rear the exceptionally well maintained gardens are in three sections comprising a formal garden with patio, a large circular lawn, an ornamental fountain, and mature hedges. From the formal garden area there is further large vegetable garden with brick built raised beds and a large greenhouse. The final area is the orchard stocked with various fruit trees. Energy rating - C.

ÂŁ649,950

For more information on this property please contact James Carlon on: 01952 292 300

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@ Lettings

with Dawn Clarke

How to Choose the Ideal Buy-to-let Property It’s the million-dollar question - how do you choose the perfect buy-to-let property in Shropshire? Dawn Clarke, director of property management and lettings at Nock Deighton, has more than 20 years’ experience in the lettings industry, and has some useful tips for would-be landlords. “It may be something of a cliche, but it’s still very much a case of ‘location location location’ when considering a property to let,” Dawn says. “Ideally the property needs to be local to you, so it’s easy to visit and keep an eye on, and it needs to be in an area which will appeal to the kind of tenants you want. “For instance, if you are looking for a professional couple, buy a property close to a railway station and with good transport links, and if you would prefer a

family as tenants, choose a house in the catchment area of a good school.

way of starting out, because the chances are you will then attract the kind of tenants you want too.

“Speak to a local letting agent about the demand in different areas - they will know which parts of Shropshire are more suitable than others.

“Make sure you look at the numbers. Think about the annual rental income compared with your mortgage repayments, and don’t forget to factor in service and maintenance charges.

“The amenities in your property’s immediate area are a big selling point for potential tenants - so being in walking distance of shops, pubs and restaurants will be a big plus point. “It’s important to think longterm and consider the resale value of the property. Remember it’s an investment, not your own home, so buying a property which will be desirable to future buyers should you decide to sell is definitely worth doing. “Having said that, buying the sort of home that you would like to live in yourself is not a bad

The Watch Oak,

“At the end of the day, the finances have to add up to it being a sensible investment, otherwise it won’t be worth your while. “There are plenty of great properties out there which will be ideal buy-to-let investments, and with the right research and advice, there is no reason why you shouldn’t become a happy and successful landlord for years to come.” For more information and advice about property management, call Dawn and her team on 01952 290163.

Contact Dawn Clarke and see how we can help you today:

01952 290 163

White Cottage, Little Wenlock

£545,000 Lower Longwood

Idyllic Grade II Listed cottage in a sought after village, with rural views towards the Ironbridge Gorge.

An excellent four bedroom family home with breath taking views that must be seen to be believed. Energy rating – E.

A very spacious and much improved Grade II Listed semi-detached house with a wealth of original features and modern style.

A truly spacious four bedroom barn conversion, pleasantly situated within a popular village location. Energy rating – C.

48 Newbridge Road, Ironbridge

£295,000 Randlay

11 Mill Farm Drive,

12 Fuchsia Close,

67 Ryder Drive,

This semi detached home has had a large scale renovation to create a fantastic family home in a private location. Energy rating – E.

Telford 01952 292 300

Springhill,

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£475,000 Coalbrookdale

£250,000 Priorslee

A spacious detached four bedroom family home with gardens and double garage. Energy rating – D.

Newport 01952 570 222

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Shiloh Barn,

£475,000 Kynnersley

£232,950 Muxton

A well presented four bedroom detached family home situated within a popular residential development. Energy rating – C.

£450,000

£195,950

A well presented four bedroom three storey town house overlooking the green. Energy rating – C.

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Come and relax in our friendly office or call us and chat about your requirements

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The perfect present for Christmas?

A brand new 5 Star quality home of your very own! With a Help to Buy interest free loan, you can afford a home of your own. Buy a brand new two, three or four bedroom home at Heritage View in Hadley with just a 5% deposit. All built with a comprehensive specification to Lioncourt Homes’ 5 star award winning standards.

Here’s the deal:

Purchase prices start from just £130,000 Get a 20% interest free equity loan* Take out a 75% mortgage Help Pay just 5% deposit to Buy

2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes available

Heritage View, Sommerfeld Road, Hadley, Telford, TF1 5RY Showhome open 10am - 5.30pm daily. Tel: 0845 873 2893†

www.lioncourthomes.com †Calls will be charged at seven pence per minute from a BT landline and may cost considerably more from mobile and other phones. Contact your service provider for more details. Photographs show a typical Lioncourt home interior. *All offers are subject to terms and conditions. There is no fee charged on the equity loan for the first 5 years. At the start of year 6 a fee is collected of 1.75% of the market value of the property at the time the loan is entered into multiplied by the outstanding percentage under the equity loan, the annual fee of 1.75% will be uplifted by RPI +1% p.a. Conditions apply and mortgage is subject to status. Please speak to our sales negotiator for more information.

How Much Does it Really Cost

TO BUY A HOME?

Land registry This will confirm who holds the legal title to the land, and whether there are any charges on the property, such as a mortgage. Drainage and Water The water company will confirm whether the property is connected to the mains water supply, drainage and surface water drainage. This search also reveals whether any public drains are located on the land. Environmental An environmental search utilises historical information about how the land on which the property was built, and the land nearby, was used in the past – industrial or commercial uses, for example – and indicates whether contamination might be an issue. Any risk of flooding is also highlighted using data from the Environment Agency.

The true cost of buying a home isn’t always obvious when you start looking, and many people are unaware just how much the additional fees can mount up. In fact, when consumer group Which? carried out a national property survey, over 25% of buyers and sellers said that moving had cost them more than expected. So apart from your mortgage, what extra fees and expenses might you face when buying a new home?

Homebuyer Surveys

Stamp Duty Stamp Duty affects the purchasers of residential freehold or leasehold properties sold forover £125,000, with rates currently standing at: • £125,001 to £250,000: 2% • £250,001 to £925,000: 5% • £925,001 to £1.5 million: 10% • Over £1.5 million: 12% As a buyer, you must send a Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) return along with your payment within 30 days of completion.

Removals

Mortgage lenders will carry out a basic valuation survey to confirm how much the property is worth. The price of this can start from around £150, but varies according to its value.

Using a removals firm can seem like a large expense if you don’t have a lot of possessions, and many people choose to hire a van instead. Removals firms generally charge from £300 for a small move, but may charge more for weekend work.

Two other types of survey are also available - a Homebuyer Report and a full structural survey.

Home Insurance

The cost of these surveys can vary depending on your location and the size of the property, but expect to pay from around £250 for a Homebuyer Report and upwards of £600 for a structural survey.

Conveyancing and Solicitor’s Fees Solicitors tend to charge a fixed fee for their time, and then add on the costs of local authority and land/water searches separately, along with other searches that you might want to carry out.

Buildings insurance is an important aspect of buying a property, and will be a requirement by your lender if you’ve taken out a mortgage. Contents insurance also protects your belongings in the event of fire, flood, or other disaster. It’s a good idea to factor in these extra costs before you start looking for a property. You’ll be more confident that your budget will stretch far enough, and won’t have to suffer any nasty surprises later on. www.which.co.uk/money/mortgages-and-property/guides/buying-ahouse/the-cost-of-buying-a-house/

More than 60 different searches are available, but many are specialised and only relevant to a small number of properties. These are the searches most commonly used by homebuyers:

www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/estimate-your-overallbuying-and-moving-costs

Local Authority Local authority searches include the Local Land Charges Register. Your solicitor will also find out about any issues such as new roads that are being planned near the property, any parking restrictions or tree preservation orders, for example.

www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/everything-you-need-toknow-about-stamp-duty

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Upgrade to a stylish country residence and make Church Aston home. Barnfields is a luxurious collection of four and five-bedroom village residences in a stunning location just outside charming Church Aston. Each home includes a garage, a contemporary kitchen and an inviting master suite, along with a beautiful setting within the Shropshire countryside. Tailored part exchange packages are available, making it even easier to upgrade to your dream country lifestyle.

Showhome interiors.

£200,000 New Church Close, Wellington Super Two/Three bed detached bungalow, in a cul de sac location, close to Wellington centre, refitted kitchen and bathroom, new conservatory, stunning landscaped gardens.

To discover these desirable new homes, visit between 11am and 5pm, seven days a week, call 01952 709695 or email barnfields@galliershomes.co.uk

Wellington Road/National Route 55, Church Aston TF10 9JJ

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£182,000 Clare Court, Wellington NEW – Detached two bedroom bungalow, in an excellent location close to Wellington centre, attached garage, through hall, lounge/diner and kitchen – NO CHAIN

£112,950 Wrekin Road, Wellington Cute mid terraced cottage, handily placed for Wellington centre, spacious living and dining areas, kitchen, downstairs bathroom, 2 double bedrooms, 1st floor WC, NO CHAIN

T: 01952 64 15 15 17 Church Street, Wellington, Telford TF1 1DD sales@hamelsbushnell.co.uk www.hamelsbushnell.co.uk

WELLINGTON - Haygate Road

£149,950 - £197,000

The last remaining apartments on a prestigious development. The Mount is an extremely sympathetic conversion and enlargement of a prominently situated and distinctive period residence offering an exciting selection of 2 & 3 bedroom apartments of individual design and complimented by quality contemporary appointments including stylish kitchens and bathrooms, maintained grounds, allocated parking and with gardens to selected units. Short walking distance of Wellington centre with supermarkets, traditional indoor market, bus and railway stations.

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Angel Bells Boots Bows Candle Cards Carols Celebrate Chestnuts Chimney Decorate Elf

Family Friends Frost Gift Gold Goose Happy Holly Icy

Kings Lights Mistletoe Party Ribbon Santa Snowman

Find the words associated with Christmas in the grid and the remaining letters will spell out a related phrase

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Choose Barker Healey Property to sell your home and make sure your property stands out from the crowd!

WA N T E D PROPERTIES TO SELL

10 High Street, Newport TF10 7AN

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www.barkerhealey.co.uk This unique, end-terrace, 3 Bedroom, barn conversion offers breathtaking countryside views which may be enjoyed from a sizeable sun terrace to the rear. With a spacious Kithen/Diner, Master En-suite, a large driveway, Garage Store and exposed beams, it is the perfect rural home. Being a stone's throw from the hamlet of Great Chatwell with its well regarded country pub, the property briefly comprises Lounge, Kitchen/Diner, 3 Bedrooms, Master En-suite and Bathroom. In addition, there are gardens to the front and rear, LPG C.H. & D.G throughout.

Owl Barn, Blymhill, Nr. Shifnal

ÂŁ359,995

Guide Price ÂŁ359,995

Dress and Scarf, both New Look. See in-store or online for prices

Dress £90. Matthew Williamson at Debenhams

Dress £149. Biba at House of Fraser

Dress £55. Miss Selfridge

Dress £149. Biba at House of Fraser

Dress £55. Petite at M&Co

Glitz and Glamour Christmas Party Style By Helen Taylor

Sparkle this party season with an ultra-glamorous look that’ll ensure you’ll be the belle of every ball. Forget trousers, leggings and jeans, choose a fabulous frock for real festive style. Whether it’s a classic little black dress, a statement design or a sequin-emblazoned number, nothing says Christmas party style better. And don’t forget that a clutch bag, a pair of heels and plenty of sparkly jewellery are essential for completing the look.

Dress, New Look. See in-store or online for prices

Dress £75. So Fabulous at Littlewoods

Dress £149. Biba at House of Fraser

Dress £60. Next Necklace £25. White Stuff

Clutch £35. Miss Selfridge

Sandals £49. Faith at Debenhams Bag £35. Accessorize Shoes £39. Miss Selfridge

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TICKETS TO BRITAIN’S BIGGEST FASHION AND BEAUTY FESTIVAL

The Clothes Show in association with Alcatel will return to the NEC Birmingham from 2-6 December 2016 with a new, exciting line-up of fashion, beauty, live music and industry experts.

the Runway, which will bring together a fashion-meetsmusic performance with over 40 models and dancers alongside the newly discovered music acts, in what is set to be the most breath-taking show yet.

Whether you’re looking to update your AW16 wardrobe, discover fresh new music, find inspiration to kick start a career in fashion or meet industry experts, prepare to immerse yourself in Britain’s largest fashion and beauty festival, where you’ll find all of this and more.

TV’s brightest rising star, Laura Jackson, will kick-start the first day on Friday 2, while presenter and radio DJ, Mark Wright will present ‘Rock The Runway’ in the Alcatel Fashion Theatre on Saturday 3rd. Fashion icon Laura Whitmore will take to the stage on Sunday 4 while TV favourite, Jamie Laing will return on Monday 5 and Tuesday 6 December. What’s more, you can catch Joey

Renowned for discovering talent across its 27 year history, The Clothes Show is recognising and celebrating the talent of young people within the music industry. 2016 saw the launch of The Clothes Show Discovers - a search to find a male and female artiste. British rising stars Charlotte OC and Daecolm are confirmed to headline the iconic Alcatel Fashion Theatre in association with Capital FM this December. Take a seat to watch the newly named catwalk show, Rock

Trend presentations from high street favourites, compiled by ITV’s fashion presenter, Mark Heyes, will offer an insight into AW16 must haves, plus a host of well-known faces will appear in the theatre each day.

Essex doing exclusive giveaways in the Alcatel Fashion Theatre and appear in the Paparazzi Pen on Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Shop in the Boutique Boulevard, where you will find pop up stores from the likes of Olive Clothing, Sugarhill Boutique, Lola and Grace, Leia and Lavish Alice. Fashionforward collections from Oasis, Maniere De Voir, South Beach, Claudio Lugli, Adanola, Pretty Lavish, Gymshark, In Love With Fashion and Shoe Embassy will add to the line-up while the Designer Outlet will return with the most sought-after labels. You’ll also be able to shop from a host of Hair & Beauty brands including Rimmel, Elemis, Barry M, W7, Lee Stafford, Models Own, WAH Nails, Spectrum Collection, Bomb Cosmetic and Cocowhite. The Discovered Catwalk in association with Cosmopolitan will be hosted by fashion expert Antonia O’Brien and model Annaliese Dayes, showcasing collections from the Boutique Boulevard, exclusive trend presentations, interviews from leading designers, as well as a host of fashion, beauty and health experts plus some of the UK’s leading editors. Blogger Sarah Ashcroft otherwise known as ‘That Pommie Girl’ will take to the stage for Q&A sessions as well as styling her own catwalk show. Award-winning blogger and YouTuber Grace Victory will also be at the show discussing being a dedicated body image campaigner and curvy model in her own right.

BEAUTY & FASHION

TV favourite, Mark Heyes, will also return to the show presenting trends from the catwalk to the high street. His ‘Curves with Confidence’ workshop will show you how to dress for your body shape with valuable style advice on transforming basic looks into key trends for the season . Having launched the careers of many top models, designers and TV presenters over the years including Cat Deeley, Holly Willoughby, Vernon Kay, Oliver Cheshire, Rosie Tapner and Erin O'Connor, this year The Clothes Show in association with Alcatel will once again be on the lookout for Britain’s next big names. Select Model Management will be scouting at the show, searching for the next 'Face Of' The Clothes Show 2016. The Clothes Show’s Educational Ambassador, Professor Caryn Franklin MBE, has been part of the show from the beginning and continues to inspire the fashion talent of the future through the Educational Programme. There will be an array of exciting seminars, workshops and awards designed to help get you to where you want to be in the creative industries!

Watch this space for further talent announcements as we count down to the largest event on the fashion calendar… Make your day extra special and book a Diamond ticket, NEW for 2016! The package offers a truly unique VIP experience with exclusive celebrity meet and greets for you and your friends. Available on Saturday & Sunday only. For more information, please visit: www.clothesshow.com

Get your ticket To guarantee your place at this must-visit event you can buy tickets to the show by visiting the website clothesshow.com. For the best seats in the house, book early and upgrade to a Platinum ticket to be closer to the catwalk action.

New for 2016!

The Diamond ticket package, offering visitors a truly unique VIP experience at The Clothes Show in association with Alcatel. Available on Saturday & Sunday only. Tickets £90

COMPETITION!

In and Around Magazine has teamed up with The Clothes Show in association Alcatel to offer a lucky reader and their ‘plus one’ the chance to attend Britain's biggest fashion and beauty festival! To be in with a chance of winning email: fleur@inandaroundmagazine.co.uk with your name and address (please put ‘Clothes Show’ in the subject) If you are picked you will receive a FREE pair of tickets, please note these tickets will be dated for the Sunday show on 4th December 2016. Tickets are limited to one pair per winner. So what are you waiting for? Send your entry today! 35

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PARTY PICK-ME-UPS

Feeling a bit partied out and ready to just curl up with Netflix and a mug of hot chocolate? Our beauty picks this month will soon have you back on your feet and ready to hit the town. First up,

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Just opening the drawstring bag is a treat. The products all smell

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Magic is starting to fade in Victorian England, and Amelia might be the only one who can save the day. (Father Christmas being a bit tied up with reindeers falling from the sky, angry trolls and other mishaps.) While it’s the sequel to the 2015 children’s bestseller A Boy Called Christmas, it stands up perfectly well on its own. An ideal gift for children aged 7 and up, this is a really enjoyable read. So much so that you may well find yourself borrowing it back.

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A Christmas Kiss – Vicky Pattison 24 year old Amber dreams of designing her own fashion line. But after a year of working as a general dogsbody for the Queen of Fashion, Diana Grant, that dream is looking increasingly unachievable. So when an opening comes up working with a leading fashion house, Amber jumps at the opportunity. With a new job and a new love, Amber’s life is looking up, but is she in danger of getting a bit too caught up in the glitzy world of fashion? Warm and funny, this is a great romantic comedy to enjoy over a glass of prosecco.

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and quality materials. Snapping at their heels was Vauxhall, again for the same reason. Now for the lower ranked ones: Sorry, but unlike the four above, who I’m sure will gladly take the praise, I don’t want a letter from the lawyers, so they will remain nameless. But the big surprises were a super-car brand and two German marques that have done the opposite to Ford: penny-pinching leading to a drop in quality. It goes to show that, just because a car has a good (or bad) name, built on past reputation, it doesn’t follow that this will continue. The product will sometimes improve whilst at other times quality can deteriorate, regardless of the price charged. So what are we paying for exactly? The badge on the bonnet, or the quality of the build? By Iain Betson

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As we hit the back straight of the twisting kart track in the middle of a shanty town in Brazil, the wail of the concept car’s electric motors reaches a crescendo. It’s banshee-like in pitch and would rival a hover bike from Star Wars in tone – this is noise like no electric car that’s gone before it, and it’s pointing to the future of electric vehicles (EVs) for Nissan.

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wide-track rear make for a planted and agile ride. On the tiny test track it whipped between corners with a whiff of tyresmoking oversteer when our exuberant test driver got playful. For us mere mortals the BladeGlider offers a drift mode, similar to that found on the Focus RS, for sideways fun – yet more technology debuting here that is likely to filter down to other Nissans.

We’ve come to Rio de Janeiro to experience this mad Batmobile-like sports car concept, dubbed the BladeGlider.

The BladeGlider did feet softly sprung, though, more hot hatch than sports car over the kerbs. But most importantly it was great fun – and, with the instant torque available from those electric motors, it felt swift too.

With a narrow front track and aerodynamically designed body that widens like an arrow to the rear, the concept car takes design cues from the Delta Wing Le Mans racer of 2012.

It’s not supercar fast, but will push you back into the sports seats and throw you around enough to induce a whiff of travel sickness. There’s currently no word on range, though – which we’d guess means it’s currently pretty poor.

Although that car’s track time was short lived, the lessons Nissan learned are brought back to life in this mad sports car concept that’s part Robin Reliant, part McLaren F1, part Caterham.

Unfortunately, the chances of being able to order a BladeGlider from your local dealer any time soon is highly unlikely. This is just one of two produced and they’re likely to be the last. Well, in this form at least.

With two 174bhp electric motors, independently powering each rear wheel, the BladeGlider is good for nearly 120mph and 60mph in under five seconds.

So you might be wondering what the point is? Well, Nissan says that’s simple, really: they want to make people realise electrification doesn’t mean dull, and a sports car concept as bonkers as this proves otherwise.

It’s been built in conjunction with F1 experts Williams Advanced Engineering and features an unusual three-seater layout where both passengers sit behind and either side of the driver. Unfortunately, we weren’t allowed a drive of the multimillion pound concept car; however, we did get to experience it from the passenger seat.

Nissan is long overdue a sister car to the Leaf, the world’s bestselling EV, and many will be hoping the lessons Nissan has learned here will lead to a thrilling follow-up. Fortunately, after a very short passenger ride, all the signs are pointing in the right direction for a smash hit.

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RENAULT CLIO DCI 110 DYNAMIQUE S NAV The Knowledge Model: Renault Clio dCi 110 Dynamique S Nav Price: £17,755 Engine: Four cylinder, 1.5 dCi 110 Power: 108bhp 0-60mph: 11.19secs Max speed: 121mph Economy: 80.7mpg Emissions: 90g/km

Renault’s Clio has previously been seen as the teenager that refused to grow up. However, with the model celebrating its 25th birthday this year and the French carmaker introducing a host of new styling and design cues, could this be the most mature Clio yet?

level trim, meaning that drivers looking to spend less are left with the option of one of the pre-existing powertrains.

We head to Bordeaux to test out the Clio dCi 110 Dynamique S Nav and find out.

Unfortunately for the Clio, the B-segment isn’t a sparse market. It is packed with affordable rival superminis including the DS3, Citroen C4 Cactus and Ford’s Fiesta. Drivers wanting a more premium experience can opt for the Audi A1, and try as it might, Renault’s updated model proves no match for this German hatch.

What is it? This is Renault’s facelifted fourth-generation Clio. Originally launched back in 2012, the model has been upgraded both aesthetically and mechanically. The latter comes in the form of a new diesel powertrain – the 1.5-litre dCi 110 diesel, previously seen in Nissan’s Qashqai – and the option of a manual transmission coupled with the pre-existing TCe 120 petrol engine. Renault has poured a lot of resources into the styling of the new Clio, which will lead the way for the rest of its range to be updated. A new grille, re-profiled bumpers and a cleverly designed LED light signature feature on the exterior of the car, while C-shaped daytime running lights can also be specified on certain models.

The basic spec Clio starts from £10,495, meaning the range includes both affordable and high-end (for the B-segment) options.

Any rivals?

What’s it like to drive? The Clio has been lengthened and widened, which alongside a sportier appearance and increased cabin space, delivers better handling. New polyurethane suspension bump stops and a quicker steering rack give the car improved agility and body control, but not enough to make the drive markedly different to its predecessor. The 108bhp engine is powerful enough to allow the small car to dart around, and a spread of torque across the revs means it can accelerate with ease in any gear.

While the cabin may appear disarmingly similar to prefacelift Clios, a closer look reveals that quality has improved significantly, with new upholstery, matt chrome trim and softtouch materials – no more scratchy plastics to be found here.

The stop/start feature, which comes as standard on a number of the Clio grades, is easy to get along with and doesn’t cut out at unfortunate moments - as it does in some of the Clio’s B-segment competitors.

With the option of 30 different colour combinations, five roof decals, and four exterior customisation packs, it’s little wonder that the model has been dubbed ‘the most stylish Clio yet’.

A driver-activated Ecomode, which is standard on the Dynamique Nav model and above, can reportedly improve fuel economy by up to 12%.

What’s under the bonnet?

Verdict

The pokey dCi 110 diesel powerplant is linked to a six-speed manual gearbox, which puts 108bhp through its front wheels. Reaching 60mph from a standstill takes 11.19 seconds, while the model tops out at 121mph. The diesel engine produces the typical grunting noise, which is particularly noticeable when the car is at idle or moving slowly, but fades to an indistinct hum at 3,000 revs. The dCi 110 returns an impressive 80.7mpg, while emitting just 90g/km CO2.

What’s the spec like?

Renault claims to have developed the B-segment hatch into something much more versatile and mature than its predecessor. However, with the new diesel powertrain only available in the top-spec model, we can’t help but feel that the carmaker is shoehorning itself into the more upmarket end of the segment. This facelift does well to refresh the product and keep it relevant amongst constantly improving competitors.

Spec on the £17,755 dCi 110 Dynamique S Nav is extensive, with an updated sound and infotainment system with Bose speakers and the new R-link connectivity system featuring as standard.

But with 13 million units sold worldwide since it was launched in 1991, and 12,589 sold in the UK alone between January and June this year, we very much doubt the Clio will be going out of fashion any time soon.

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The Health Risks

Cancer: Alcohol is the most preventable cause of cancer after smoking and is a direct cause of many throat, mouth, oesophagus, bowel, liver and breast cancers. Just one daily alcoholic drink can increase your risk; each daily drink increases breast cancer risk by 7%-12%. Alcohol also increases absorption of carcinogenic chemicals from tobacco into the mouth and throat. Brain function and mental health: In the last decade, hospital admissions due to alcohol-related mental and behavioural disorders have more than doubled. We all know the immediate effects of binge drinking; less wellknown is that long-term misuse can cause Alcohol-Related Brain Damage (ARBD) or Alcohol-Related Brain Injury (ARBI). Features of ARBD are changes to the brain’s shape, size and structure; personality and mood changes; and problems with memory, reasoning and learning. Heavy drinking can also lead to alcohol-related dementia, Wernicke-Korsakoff syndrome (caused by alcohol-related thiamine deficiency) and earlyonset dementia. Many experts also believe it contributes to Alzheimer’s and vascular dementia. Liver damage: Deaths from liver disease have risen by 20% in the last decade. The liver processes alcohol, but too much can cause cirrhosis (liver scarring), hepatitis (liver inflammation) and fatty liver disease. Heart and Circulatory System: Just one drink a day raises blood pressure and increases the risk of hypertension (permanently elevated blood pressure), stroke and heart attack. Diabetes: Alcohol misuse can lead to chronic pancreatitis, which impairs insulin production. Around a third of sufferers develop diabetes. Also, alcohol’s high calorie content and appetitestimulating properties can cause weight gain, which increases the risk of insulin resistance and diabetes. Problems in Pregnancy & Childbirth: Drinking in pregnancy can cause miscarriage, stillbirth or premature birth. Drinking heavily

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can cause foetal alcohol syndrome (FAS), meaning your baby could suffer from stunted growth, facial abnormalities, epilepsy, hearing and ear problems, hormonal disorders, liver damage, kidney and heart defects, a weak immune system and learning and behavioural problems. Even moderate drinking or occasional binges may still cause lesser forms of FAS.

Accident and Injury: Even small amounts of alcohol impair coordination, reaction times and decision-making, making driving and machinery operation far riskier. While the legal drinking limit for drivers in England, Wales and Northern Ireland is still 35mg of alcohol per 100 ml of breath, Scotland has now reduced it to just 22mg . Reduced Fertility: Regular and/or heavy drinking can reduce male fertility by causing impotence, lowering testosterone levels and libido, and reducing sperm quality and quantity - while even light drinking can reduce female fertility. Impaired Development: Alcohol can affect the normal development of the brain, liver, bones and hormones in adolescents, and also affects their mental health. The Chief Medical Officer advises that if 15-17 year olds drink alcohol, it should be rarely (never more than once a week) and always under parental supervision, while under 15s shouldn’t drink at all.

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“There is no ‘safe’ level of alcohol consumption when seeking to reduce the risks of alcohol-related cancers,” says Alcohol Concern. “The more alcohol consumed, the greater the risk.” In light of recent research, the government now agrees there is no ‘safe’ drinking level, too, and renamed their new, lower recommendation a ‘low risk’ rather than safe’ limit. This ‘low risk’ limit is a maximum of 14 units a week for men and women, spread over at least three days. A unit of alcohol is around half a pint of normal-strength lager or a single measure (25ml) of spirits. A small (125ml) glass of average-strength wine contains around 1.5 units. Remember, too, that our alcohol-processing ability is affected by several factors. People process alcohol less efficiently: • As they age – some experts recommend lower daily limits for over-55s (1 unit for women and 1.5 units for men). • .If they’re women: women tend to weigh less, have a higher fat to water ratio and have lower levels of alcohol dehydrogenase, an enzyme that breaks down alcohol in the liver. • Depending on genetic make-up: the efficiency of the alcohol dehydrogenase enzyme is partly determined by genetics. • If they suffer from certain existing illnesses or take medications that may interact with alcohol or slow down its processing.

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The Flair for Care! Clarriots Care, one of the UK’s leading homecare providers, have recently opened a new branch in Shropshire, ready to assist those who need care and support across the region.

Back in 2008, aspiring entrepreneur James Carratt started a home care business in a converted barn on a farm in Lincolnshire. His motivation? Seeing his own James & Paula grandparents struggle to access the good Carratt quality care they deserved. Recognising that not all elderly people want to end up in a care home, James wanted to deliver a high quality care service to individuals in the comfort of their own home. Clarriots Care was formed with five members of staff who all shared a passion to deliver the very best care services to their local community. Over the next couple of years Clarriots Care went from strength to strength and by the end of 2010 they were employing over 25 staff with a customer satisfaction score of 97%. As the hard work continued and investments were made into new technologies and improved systems, the momentum continued to gather pace.

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Another two years later, James’ company, Clarriots Care, was now employing over 65 staff, offering 18 different types of care services and delivering over 10,000 home visits per month with a 98% customer satisfaction rating. As of 2016, Clarriots Care is one of the market leading UK home care providers running it’s national operations from a head office in Lincolnshire. James is still in the office everyday continuing to play a key role in the company and maintains his values and priorities remain the same as they always have, “to provide local communities with a high quality care service, promoting independence and giving people a choice to live how they choose from the comfort of their own homes.” Remember a residential care home isn’t your only option – wouldn’t you rather be at home, surrounded by a lifetime of memories and possessions? So if you or a loved one are looking for a home care provider with a reputation for excellence, give their friendly team a call on 0333 200 5820 or visit their website www. clarriotshomecare.co.uk/shropshiretelford/ and book a free care assessment today.

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FOR SURVIVING CHRISTMAS who rushes around to prepare everything while everyone else relaxes, is one perpetuated by many Christmas adverts, which portray it as comical and the norm. Don’t let it be. Ensure everyone helps, whether it’s by laying the table, topping up drinks or preparing vegetables.

4. Be Shrewd with Food

Keep a few quick-to-prepare items in stock to feed unexpected visitors, but don’t buy huge quantities of food. You can always top up, if necessary, after Christmas Day; the shops will be open.

Christmas is just around the corner, and for many of us, it’s a special time to get together with our loved ones that brightens up the darkest time of the year. Unfortunately, ‘the season to be jolly’ is often fraught with pressure to produce the perfect celebration, family tensions and the temptation of too much food and alcohol. So how can you survive Christmas?

1. Be Prepared

Start adding a few Christmas items to each shopping list now, saving you the stress of that massive shopping expedition when shops are busiest. Only the freshest of items need to be purchased just before the big day. Bake, prepare and freeze as much as possible in advance and get others to help you, so that everyone has more time to relax together on the day.

2. Go Easy on the Alcohol

Alcohol is a calorie-heavy appetite stimulant increasingly linked to serious health conditions. It also lowers our inhibitions and affects our judgment, so beware: Christmas Day isn’t the best time to voice long-standing gripes. If you can’t resist a tipple, consider the festive occasions coming up and decide on your limits for each one, ensuring you don’t exceed the recommended weekly maximum of 14 units (now applicable to men and women). Never drink on an empty stomach and aim to have a soft drink (preferably water) for each alcoholic drink to help your body cope with alcohol’s toxins and its dehydrating effects, which cause hangover symptoms. Alcohol absorption depends on speed of intake and your size, age, weight, metabolism and what else you’ve consumed, so no set amount guarantees you’re under the legal drink-drive limit (and Scotland’s limit is considerably lower than the rest of the UK’s). Any amount of alcohol affects your judgement and reactions.

3. Remember: Christmas Is About Everyone

If possible, try to resolve family conflicts before the big day (or persuade people to agree a temporary truce). If you’re chief organiser, consider what everyone (including yourself) wants most from their Christmas, but remind them that everyone’s vision will be different. Compromises will be required. Try to find one or two things everyone can enjoy together, but let people have their own space too. Unfortunately, the sexist stereotype of the exhausted woman

Food poisoning isn’t festive, so ensure all cooks wash and dry their hands. Germs love damp. Frozen foods should be properly defrosted and either cooked thoroughly, or refrigerated, immediately (particularly large poultry or joints of meat). Keep raw foods separate from cooked, and chilled items in the fridge right up until they’re required. Remember to leave enough room in the fridge for cold air to circulate. Chill leftovers rapidly and eat them within two days (reheating thoroughly when necessary). Don’t leave buffet foods out for more than 4 hours. Healthy festive food swaps: • Remove the skin and avoid butter basting your turkey (removing around a third of its calories and half its fat). Skim off fat from meat juices before adding them to the gravy. • Choose low-salt gravy mixes and keep the saltshaker off the table. •Swap: ¾¾ ¾¾ ¾¾ ¾¾ ¾¾

sausage meat for vegetarian sausage mix. goose fat for healthy oils traditional mince pies for lattice, filo or open-top versions brandy butter or cream for low-fat custard or crème fraiche breaded or battered snacks for homemade, marinated savouries ¾¾ high-fat dips for homemade ones with yogurt or crème fraiche ¾¾ crisps, salted nuts and chocolate for plain popcorn, rice cakes, pretzels, unsalted nuts and homemade chocolatecovered fruit (preferably using dark chocolate)

5. Stay Festive Fit

Include some normal meals, at normal times, to avoid stomach problems (and weight gain) caused by too much rich food, sugar and salt. An alarming amount of people are admitted to hospital over the festive season because of the sheer quantity or unhealthy nature of what they’ve eaten. Keep portion size sensible and stop eating just as you start to feel full. It takes time for your stomach to tell your brain it’s full. Ensure you get a good night’s sleep whenever possible, and keep moving; a walk will burn calories and provide the daylight and fresh air necessary to keep you feeling good, physically and mentally.

6. Finally... Keep It in Proportion

Christmas Day is only one day; most festivities are centred on just one week out of 52. If the turkey’s burnt, try to laugh about it; it’s not what matters most. Keep celebrations simple, focusing on what makes you and your nearest and dearest happy, and ignoring traditions that none of you enjoy. It’s your Christmas. Relax and enjoy it!

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What Benefits and Concessions

ARE YOU ENTITLED TO IN LATER LIFE?

As you grow older, you become entitled to certain age-related public benefits and concessions that can help with day-to-day living. The most obvious is the state retirement pension, but what are the other less well-known top-ups and concessions that might be available? Although pension credit is a well-established benefit, not everyone realises they are eligible to claim it, so it’s worth checking whether you’re missing out on this valuable supplement to your state pension.

Additionally, there may be local authority concessions available in the area where you live - for adult education or fitness classes, for example. Here are some of the benefits that you might be missing out on, plus a brief guide as to the current eligibility criteria.

Pension credit There are two elements to pension credit – Guarantee Credit which guarantees a minimum income of £155.60 if you’re single, and £237.55 for couples. The second element, Savings Credit, is for people who have saved a small amount towards their retirement. Single people and couples could receive up to £13.07 and £14.75 of Savings Credit per week respectively. You may be entitled to one or both elements if you’ve reached state pension age, and are on a low income.

Attendance Allowance Attendance Allowance is a benefit available to people aged 65 or older, who have care needs at home. You don’t have to receive professional care to be eligible for this benefit, and it’s often the case that a care-provider is a spouse or family member. There are two different rates available, depending on the level of care needed: • Lower rate: £55.10 per week • Higher rate: £82.30 per week People who claim the lower rate often need help with washing and dressing, and the higher rate reflects greater care needs during the day and night.

Carer’s Allowance If you care for someone for 35 hours a week or more, and they are in receipt of certain benefits, you could get Carer’s Allowance at a weekly rate of £62.10. If you’re eligible, you will also automatically receive National Insurance credits. It’s worth noting that Carer’s Allowance can affect other benefits that you and the person you are caring for receive, so you should factor in the possibility that these may reduce or be taken away.

Winter fuel allowance You can receive between £100 and £300 from the government to help with your winter heating bills. To qualify for the winter payment this year, you need to have been born before 5th May 1953. Once you’ve claimed, you should receive the payment automatically between November and December in future years.

TV licence You can apply for a free TV licence if you are aged 75 and over. The government also offers concessions to older people in residential care, and the cost for a licence in these circumstances is £7.50.

Public transport There are various concessions available for older people using public transport. Both men and women are entitled to a bus pass at the female state pension age, giving free off-peak travel on local buses.

Prescriptions Those aged over 60 are also entitled to free prescriptions and NHS sight tests. You will need to complete the back of your prescription and let the pharmacist know that you’re eligible – you may also need to provide proof of age in this respect. The government website (www.gov.uk) is a good resource for finding out more about these benefits, and you may be able to make a claim for them online.

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Autumn is arriving fast and have you given any thought to what you are going to do with the fruits of your life’s labour? •• Make or update your Will. •• A suitable worded Will can help with care cost planning. •• Complete Lasting Power of Attorney, this can help ensure decisions are made if you are unable to make them. Joint Bank accounts are not the answer! Use an hour of your time to discuss what can be done for you. Contact Alistair at ACW Wills and Estates Limited on

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From train and flight tickets to gym membership, we all know that if we can use services at quieter times there are some tempting deals to be had. But what about for meetings and conferences? If you can be flexible and choose a quieter day for your residential meeting, conference, training or team building event from 10-300+ delegates, then we have a deal offering great value and savings for you across our award winning group of 26 four star hotels.

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Severn Hospice A local charity is calling on businesses across Shropshire to sign up to its Store Wars and help to raise funds to care for families throughout the region living with incurable illnesses. Severn Hospice Store Wars is set to return this November 19th. Each business that gets involved will be allocated a Severn Hospice shop to take over for the day and will be challenged to see which shop generates the most sales to raise as much money as possible for the hospice. The businesses will also compete in the two weeks before the takeover to gather the most donations from within their company to sell in their Severn Hospice shop.

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The winning team will take home the coveted Severn Hospice Store Wars trophy. The hospice needs as many local businesses as possible to get on board and take on this charitable challenge and will be accepting applications until 30th September 2016. If your business would like to compete to be champions in this year’s Severn Hospice Store Wars please contact the fundraising team at fundraising@severnhopsice.org.uk or call 01952 221351.

Local businesses already signed up to compete in Severn Hospice Store Wars include Interserve Healthcare, the CoOperative, Tesco and Swinton Insurance. Pam Buso, of Tesco in Telford, said: “We think this is a fantastic opportunity to do some team building whilst helping a vital local charity. Severn Hospice provides incredible care for those who need it and we want to give back to the community by supporting its wonderful work.” Hannah Millward, Payroll Manager at Interserve Healthcare, said: “We’re really looking forward to putting our sales team to the test to raise money for this incredible local cause. We’ve already gathered some brilliant donations and have some great ideas to raise lots of money for the hospice, who do such a fantastic job.”

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The temptation to borrow money is all around us. Despite the credit crunch, we still live in a consumerist society where credit card companies extend your limit unprompted, and payday lenders target those least able to pay extortionate interest rates.

The fact that many people need to borrow simply to pay their bills and meet the ever-increasing cost of living means it can become draining and stressful just to stay afloat. When you owe money to numerous companies, it can be difficult to know how best to deal with your debts - the pressure becomes overwhelming when you’re simply trying to pay them off. To help you get more control and understand the ramifications of failing to repay, here’s a little more detail about the various forms of secured and unsecured borrowing.

Secured loans This type of loan is secured on an asset, such as the mortgage on your home. If you fall behind on these repayments your home could be repossessed, so this is the number one priority debt above all others. Repossession is a worst case scenario, however, and most lenders will initially be open to negotiation. They won’t want to lose you as a customer, but you do need to be proactive about communicating with them, and demonstrate that you take the situation seriously. There are many debt charities in the UK that will help you work out a budget if you need guidance in this area, and some may even contact the lender on your behalf. It’s important to let your lender know an amount you can afford to repay, and provide them with a copy of your budget to back it up.

Unsecured loans Unsecured lending includes credit card borrowing, payday loans, store cards, personal loans and catalogue debt, and this is not secured on an asset. Credit cards and store cards The UK’s total credit card debt has risen to £65.5 billion in 2016, according to the Money Charity, equating to £2,426 per household. Taking this figure as an example, and assuming your credit card has an average interest rate applied, it would take 25 years and 6 months to repay it in full if you only paid the minimum amount each month. Making the minimum repayment for too long causes a rapid decline into unmanageable debt, particularly if you also have other borrowing to contend with. Personal loans

Payday loans Payday loans are targeted at those who need small amounts to carry them to the end of the month, and are often used to pay bills and meet other liabilities. The danger of these types of loan lies in the extremely high rates of interest applied. If you know that you’ll be able to pay the loan off when it’s due, they may be a good last resort, but missing a payment will very quickly send you into a debt spiral that is difficult to escape. Mail order catalogues Catalogue companies tend to attract new customers with introductory low interest rates or no interest initially. Repayments are made over a specified period – usually 20 or 40 weeks, and if you don’t fall behind, using a mail order catalogue can be a flexible way to spend. The problem is that if you miss even one payment, a higher interest rate will come into effect which can be as much as 40% APR. Other charges will also be applied by the company, including late payment fees and a charge for chasing the debt. As with some credit card companies, your spending limit may be increased regularly to tempt you into purchasing more. On the face of it, buying from a catalogue company seems like a good idea, but these other factors need to be taken into account. Further problems can also arise if you are an agent for the catalogue.

Acting as a catalogue agent Being a catalogue agent involves collecting money from your customers and remitting it to the company. But what happens if one of your customers doesn’t pay – are you ultimately liable for the money they owe? You should keep separate accounting records for all your customers, and if they miss a payment, send off the details to the catalogue company. When you first became an agent, you may have signed a separate credit agreement with the company, but should also make sure there’s a credit agreement between yourself and each customer.

Personal loans from the bank will have a fixed rate of interest so you know how much you’ll need to pay each month, and the exact duration of the loan. In many respects these loans are easier to manage than credit cards, which come with a temptation to build up more debt over time.

The catalogue are likely to take steps to recover any missed payments, whether they are your own or your customers’, but it’s possible that if a signed agreement between yourself and the catalogue company doesn’t exist, they may not have the authority to collect the debt.

Personal loans are generally offered for larger purchases, however, such as a car or refurbishing a kitchen for example.

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Exciting News! Pritchard’s Dry Cleaners have been established for over 16 years at their store in Wellington and have recently decided to rebrand, changing their name to Chelsea’s of Shropshire Ltd. Owner Graham Petty said, “Our first class quality on drycleaning and laundry still remains the same, its only the name that has changed.” Graham originally trained as a tailor for the famous Burberry designer company and moved into the dry-cleaning industry 35 years ago. Graham has a vast amount of experience, having worked for two of the large chains of dry-cleaners as an area manager before setting up his own business 16 years ago. As a family run business Graham feels they offer a more personal and attentive service to their clients which seems to be, along with their great dedication to the job and wealth of experience, the reason why they have been so successful.

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clothing treatments, they also specialise in other areas such as serving the local hotel trade, and fire and flood rectification services for insurance companies. Graham is very proud that they were created in Wellington and enjoys serving the local community and through commitment to quality and service it’s hardly surprising they are one of the fastest growing dry-cleaners in Shropshire. To celebration their name change Chelsea's of Shropshire would like to give ‘In and Around’ readers a 15% discount on your first order (please mention this feature to receive your discount - valid until 29th April 2017). The new opening hours are 8am until 6pm Monday to Friday and 9am until 4:30pm on Saturdays. Pop in for advice on all your cleaning needs! For more information please contact Graham on 01952 641754.

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Experience the Magic

OF A VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS

Make this Christmas extra special and visit Blists Hill Victorian Town, near Ironbridge with friends and family over the two weekends of 3rd – 4th and 10th - 11th December. Soak up the fabulous seasonal Victorian atmosphere and revel in traditional celebrations and entertainment as the townsfolk busily make preparations for Christmas, 1800s style.

his principal enemy and the comical quack doctor, all dressed in garish garb in our traditional Shropshire Christmas Mummers Play. The Victorians loved these early forms of panto, and so will you.

Be transported to a bygone era as you stroll around the town; listen to tales of life more than 100 years ago as you visit the cosy cottages, hum along to seasonal music from brass bands and choirs and tour the Town on a horse-drawn cart. No visit will be complete without a visit to see Father Christmas in his wonderful grotto. You can even pet his reindeer before they start their mammoth journey around the world on Christmas Eve.

One of the ten Ironbridge Gorge Museums in Shropshire, Blists Hill will be open from 10am to 4pm on these Victorian Christmas weekends. Entry is £17.95 for adults, £13.75 for 60 plus, £11.85 for children 5 - 18 years. A special Christmas Family Ticket (2+2) is available at £55 and under 5s are free. A visit to Father Christmas is £3.50 extra per child including a gift to take home. Print-at-home tickets can be purchased online or you can pay at the gate on arrival. Annual Passports are not valid for these weekends but current Passport holders will receive a 25% discount on presentation of a valid Annual Passport Ticket when paying on arrival.

The most perfect Victorian ‘Christmas card scene’, with a stunningly decorated Christmas tree, will be the centrepiece in the Goods Shed where you can also make paperchains, write a letter to Father Christmas and leave a note on our Wishing Tree.

A visit will be a great excuse to call in to the shops around the Town, where you will find some unusual Christmas gifts like traditionally made cast-iron paperweights and doorstops, handmade plaster decorations, perfumed soaps, hand printed gift wrap, traditional sweets and Victorian Christmas cards.

The air will be filled with music and laughter around the Town with brass bands, carol singers and Punch & Judy shows. Don’t miss the dastardly villain,

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With bonfire night on November 5th just around the corner, you may be planning to celebrate with the traditional display of fantastic fireworks - but why not also think ahead and plant yourself a few garden fireworks to enjoy for years to come? At this time of year, there are still several flowers that look stunning in the border and very much remind me of fireworks. Red hot pokers or kniphofias, also aptly known as torch lilies, are flamboyant plants that are mostly natives of southern and eastern Africa. Try Kniphofia ‘Brimstone’ for a rich yellowyorange colour, or if you want something smaller then how about ‘Little Maid’, which has ivory flower spikes topped with a warm yellowish tint and reaches a height of about 2 ft (60cm). ‘Fiery Fred’ really lives up to its name with extremely bright orangey-red flowers, while ‘Alcazar’ has blazing red flowers. They should be available in garden centres now, and they do well if planted out in early autumn or spring in a sunny spot with a well drained soil. Once established you will have a regular display that really will go off like a rocket! The crocosmias too help to provide some much needed colour at this time of year, and if you want a real splash of fire then take a look at ‘Lucifer’, with its flame-red, almost trumpetshaped flowers clustered along an elegantly arching spike, or for golden yellow flowers consider ‘Canary Bird’. There are lots of different varieties of crocosmia (once known as montbretia) and provided you choose a site with sun or part shade in a well drained yet also moist soil, they will thrive – but that bit of moisture is essential if they are to flower as you hope. Grow them in completely dry conditions and you will

Thinking ahead to the summer, consider growing some lupins, either one of the many yellow varieties or one of my favourites, ‘My Castle’, which has rich red flowers - just like a rocket racing skywards, but far less noisy. If you want a tree in your garden but don’t have much space, then the Kilmarnock willow, Salix caprea ‘Kilmarnock’, is a good option, and reaches a height of no more than 6 ft (1.8 m) after 10 or 15 years. It has long weeping branches and bright yellow fuzzy catkins that cluster all over the stems before the leaves break in spring, far better than any real Roman candle I know! At this time of year, look around nearby gardens and see what a fantastic display autumn foliage can put on. Plant anything with good autumn colour and you could guarantee you will have a glowing bonfire each and every autumn. A visit to your garden centre at this time of year will reveal a plentiful supply of shrubs and trees putting on a fine display to make you reach for your wallet in double quick time. And finally, when you are thinking about Guy Fawkes’ night, remember that if you are going to have a firework display, try and make that bonfire at the last minute in order to minimise the risk of hedgehogs or other wildlife hiding beneath the heap and then coming to an untimely end. The hedgehog is one of the gardener’s best friends, as it eats huge numbers of slugs and many other garden pests.

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Autumn is now here. There is plenty to do in the garden and if you want to make jobs as easy and speedy as possible, it is essential that you have the right equipment. Whether you are just out to buy a few new tools or are setting up a selection of equipment for the first time, it really does pay to choose the right things in the first place. What you choose is going to depend to an extent on how often you are likely to do any one job and on the size and type of garden you have. It really is worth buying as good a quality garden tool as possible. Poorly made and badly designed tools can work out a lot more expensive (and frustrating!) in the long run, so start with a few good ones and build up gradually. Try handling any gardening tools before you buy them, so that you can ensure that they are the right size and weight for you and that the handles are comfortable to hold. If the tools do carry a guarantee then make sure that you keep the receipt and any relevant label from the tool itself or else it may well be difficult to prove precisely when you bought it. A good quality fork and spade are essential and they need to be sturdily built if they are to do jobs such as digging, turning over soil and so forth. The neck and head of the spade should be moulded from one piece of metal for added strength. The shaft is usually constructed from wood or metal and make sure that it is firmly attached at both the head end and the handle. Some traditional-style garden tools may have wooden handles but most now have D-shaped plastic handles. Choose forks and blades whose metal parts have been treated to prevent rust. A hand fork and trowel are essential for smaller jobs such as weeding or gardening in confined spaces, and they are also great for moving and dividing smaller plants, for planting

A hoe is useful for weeding between small and established plants and for aerating the surface of the soil. Keep your hoe sharpened at regular intervals and it will last for ages and slide rapidly and easily through the soil. Most hoes have a 1.5 metre (5 foot) or longer shaft which is comfortable for most gardeners to use. However, if you are very tall, then longer ones may be available from some manufacturers. My favourite is the SpeedHoe, UK designed and with an unusual almost heart-shaped head with a blade running around all edges and a pronged rear, making it the easiest and most effective hoe I’ve ever used. A spring-tined rake is really useful because it has thin flexible wire tines which make it perfect for raking up lightweight debris and fallen leaves or, of course, lawnmower clippings. A garden rake can also be used to rake up leaves although the job is slightly harder, but its main use is to break up lumps of soil and help you to create a fine level area for sowing seed, whilst at the same time removing stones, lumps and other debris. You can then use the head of the rake to help level off the soil. If you plan to grow vegetables, then a small hoe known as an onion hoe is an invaluable tool and allows you to weed quickly and easily, even between fairly closely spaced crops. You can also use it to weed in amongst ornamental plants of course. For really tight spaces and weeding between paving, and in gravel in asparagus beds etc, I’m addicted to my SpeedWeeder, a small red-handled tool l which is the best I have used for hoiking out dandelion roots in one piece too! Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and book Pippa for a gardening talk or peruse the really useful selection of Pippa’s favourite gardening items including Nemaslug to control slugs, pop-up crop covers, SpeedHoes, SpeedWeeders, pull-out EasyTunnels, biocontrols for vine weevils, leatherjackets and chafergrubs, signed books and lots more.

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Just 35 minutes from Rhodes by catamaran, Symi is one of the prettiest Dodecanese islands, ‘a neoclassical beauty’, they say, ‘ blanketed by the blue sky’, rising like a sentinel on the edge of the Greek archipelago. It’s only 8x13 km but the traditional ambience and scenery simply steal your heart away. From afar, the island is a rock, barren and dry, but sail into the harbour and on the deep blue inlet of the Aegean sea, Symi greets you like a dream with all the colours of the rainbow nestling in the cusp of the hills. Shimmering reflections, pastelhued houses at the waterside, Chorio, the old village climbing up the slopes, toy-like windmills along the crest, it’s a delightful scene which budding artists aim to capture from myriad vantage points. Chorio and Yialos, the harbour, make up the capital named after the island. Stepping ashore in Yialos is awesome. In such a lovely place, where do visitors start? Some make their way along the scenic promenade around the horse-shoe harbour, others while away the time in shaded tavernas where salads and seafood come with glorious views. Bells chime all around, tiny chapels beckon up interminable flights of steps and the beautiful mansions of the Italian era glow in the midday sun. At the end of the peninsula, the iconic clock tower leads to a smaller bay where pleasure and fishing boats bob at anchor and a sprinkling of parasols betrays the presence of a beach. Meanwhile downtown, a few stalls sell sponges and olive oil but beyond the harbour, it’s all tangled lanes and steps, hundreds

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There’s a very good chance that this year, Santa’s sack will be stuffed with gadgets: from kid-friendly tablets to expensive iPhones, many people’s presents will be of the digital variety. But you don’t need to spend a fortune to get some great gifts. One of the highlights of the shopping calendar is Black Friday, which is a recent American import: the last Friday in November this year, that’s the 25th of November - is when shops offer massive discounts to kick-start the Christmas shopping season. It’s grown to encompass Cyber Monday, the Monday immediately afterwards, and some retailers run an entire week of deals in the run-up to Black Friday weekend. In the last few years UK retailers have got in on the act, and Black Friday is a great source of bargains, especially on electronics from online retailers. Just make sure you use a price checking service to ensure that the bargains you see are genuinely good deals. Some retailers mimic supermarket wine deals, with gadgets priced artificially high in October so they can appear to be terrific bargains in November. Buying for technology fans can be tricky because they often go out and buy the gadgets they want as soon as they become available. Thank goodness for accessories, then: a leather case for a smartphone or a messenger bag for a laptop makes a great gift, although watch out for “bonded leather”, which is artificially produced and doesn’t wear like real leather. If your intended recipient has young children, a military-specification protective case will save many trips to the smartphone or tablet repairer. Headphones are always a good gift, especially now that Apple has dumped the familiar 3.5mm headphone adapter from its latest iPhones, so wireless Bluetooth headphones or headphones that use the Lightning connector will be a big upgrade over the fairly rubbish Apple versions. But this doesn’t only apply to Apple users: most of the headphones that come with phones are dreadful, and in addition to those designed to make music better you can choose from a wide selection of specialist headphones, such as Bose’s QuietComfort noise-cancelling range. We know from experience that noise-cancelling headphones make train, bus and air travel much more relaxing, and while high-end models can cost over £200 it’s quite possible to get noise-cancelling phones from the likes of Sony for less than £20. And don’t forget wireless Bluetooth speakers too: they’re a great add-on for phones, tablets and laptops, none of which tend to have very good sound systems. It’s usually a good idea to stay away from novelty items - anything hilarious that’s designed to plug into a USB port is surely destined for landfill by Boxing Day - and if you can’t think of anything appropriate, vouchers make an excellent present. Amazon vouchers are great for everyone, iTunes vouchers are fantastic presents for anyone with an iPod, iPad or iPhone, Netflix vouchers are good for TV and film buffs, and there are stacks of vouchers for specific retailers. Keep an eye on the newspaper adverts and voucher websites, though: some shops, especially supermarkets, run multibuy deals on vouchers such as iTunes vouchers, enabling you to save around 20%. Be careful, though, as if a retailer goes out of business it’s very unlikely that the vouchers will be redeemable, so it’s important to stick with well-known firms. A voucher for Dodgy Dave’s Digital Depot might not be the wisest investment.

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It’s a trend that has been going strong for over twenty years and there’s no sign of it disappearing just yet. ‘Shabby chic’ has been around since the 1990s, when holidaymakers returning from destinations such as Provence, Tuscany and Greece tried to recreate the weathered, sun-baked surfaces found in traditional Mediterranean buildings in their own homes, using specialist paint techniques. The shabby chic look is all about creating a sense of age and wear. Distressed textures, rubbed edges and sun-bleached surfaces all help to build the illusion that an object has been used and well loved for generations. One of the finishes most commonly employed to achieve this effect is chalk-based paint. This flexible medium requires no stripping, sanding or priming and you’ll only need to master a few basic techniques before you can start to use it with confidence. Nowadays there are several different types of chalk-based paint to choose from, but the original brand was created by Annie Sloan, a leading name in interior design and author of a number of global bestsellers on paint techniques. She is famous not only for creating many of the techniques used in shabby chic, but for developing and patenting the paints and waxes used to complete the look. During the 1990s Annie found she was unable to buy the paints she needed to create an authentic feel of rusticity and age, so she returned to the roots of domestic paint-making, using chalk to create a paint similar to distemper, that produced an attractive finish when sealed with a layer of soft wax. The recent interest in upcycling household objects has created a healthy market for furniture painted in the ‘shabby chic’ style. Dark brown wooden furniture has been unpopular for decades and upcyclers have been able to take advantage of this trend, buying pieces at knockdown prices, giving them a new lease of life and selling them on for a profit on Gumtree, Ebay or Shpock. There are many ways in which you can learn how to turn ‘tired’ pieces of furniture into shabby chic classics. Either ask your local chalk-based paint retailer if they offer beginners’ courses or watch one of the excellent “how to” videos on YouTube. Go to www.anniesloan.com to pick up some tips and techniques from Annie Sloan herself or follow simple, step-by-step instructions at www.dummies.com. There are just six easy stages to painting a piece of furniture with chalk-based paints: 1. Wash the furniture with clean, soapy water to remove any surface dirt, and allow to dry. Don’t be tempted to clean the surface with wax, as this won’t provide a secure base for applying the paint. 2. There’s no need to be nervous about uneven brushstrokes. When you’re aiming for a rustic style, the strokes can go in any direction. For a ‘layered’ look you should apply coats

of paint in different colours, using a lighter shade under or over a darker shade for contrast. 3. Allow at least an hour for the surface to dry then sand with very fine sandpaper. At this point you will be trying to create the look of furniture that has been painted many times and used so much that the paint has begun to rub off at the contact points, revealing different layers of colour. Sand only where you think the item would have been repeatedly touched (around handles or on the top and bottom corners of your piece). Don’t rush this part of the project: apply light pressure and start sanding in a place where the effect will be less visible. 4. Dampen a cloth and pass it over your item to remove all the sanding dust, then wait until it is completely dry. 5. Chalk based paint is porous, so it is liable to pick up marks and stains if it is not sealed with a layer of soft wax. Use a different brush to apply the wax and don’t use that brush for any other purpose (this also applies with coloured waxes – if you’ve used a dark wax on the brush, don’t use it to apply a lighter shade). Apply the wax generously, using a clean cloth to remove any excess. 6. If you are painting furniture for the garden, you should not apply wax at all as it will not set (just be aware that the piece will age and fade more rapidly if it is left outside). If your indoor item is likely to get a lot of use, let the wax dry for two to three weeks before bringing it into service. You’ll find lots of ideas for designing and colouring your shabby chic pieces if you follow Annie Sloan’s online blogs. Alternatively, visit your local library for books on painting techniques or grab a selection of interior design magazines from your local newsagent to get some inspiration. Whether you want to revive pieces that you currently own or you fancy trying your hand at upcycling and selling on, you’ll find that turning yesterday’s scrap items into today’s interior design treasures is rewarding … and highly addictive.

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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 Wed: Slimming World at 9.30am, Call Celia on 07575 123666 Fri: 2-4pm - Computer Club (3rd Fri each mth) 9-12 Table Top Sale

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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 10-11. See website for details or contact us by email: Telford.seacadets@yahoo.com Thu - The Creation Station ‘Little Explorer’

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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.

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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

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

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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

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10th Nov (Thu) - Newport Girls' High School Christmas Shopping Evening - in the school hall from 7pm, everyone is welcome. Admission £3 and under 18’s accompanied by an adult are free! Tickets can be purchased in advance from the School Office or on the door. 15th Nov (Tue) - U3A Newport - meet 2pm at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Avenue, Newport. Suzanne Thomas will present a talk entitled "Mistletoe, Myths and Legends". Visitors are welcome. Admission £1. 20th Dec (Tue) - U3A Newport - meet 2pm at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Avenue, Newport. A talk about "Safety in our area" to be given by the local police. Visitors are welcome. Admission £1. 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.

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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.

COMMUNITY & WHATS ON

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, 7.15pm 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

11th Nov (Fri) - Ladies Pamper Evening at Shifnal Village Hall 7-9.30pm. Entry £2.50 payable on the door. Various beauty treatments available plus lots of gifts ideas for Christmas. All proceeds to Shifnal Europeans Football Club. Everyone welcome. More info from Ruth Evans 07790 726182 12th Nov (Sat) - St Andrews Church Autumn Fair, 12-3:30pm - Great food, stalls, tombola, face painting and entertainment from the Gnosall Hand Bell Ringers. 18th Nov (Fri) - Shifnal Twinning Association AGM - Shifnal Youth Club 7.30pm. New members always welcome. More info from Ruth Evans 07790 726182 or find us on Facebook 20th Nov (Sun) – Beckbury Trail - 5.6mile race through the villages of Beckbury, Stableford and Badger. Raising money for the three local food banks, competitors get medal and goodie bag. Entry 11.0013.00, for more information and entry go to beckburytrail.co.uk 24th Nov (Thu) - Messy church at St Andrews Church, Shifnal, 3.30-5.30pm. Activites, craft, worship, singing followed by a sit down tea for children and their carers. Email: messychurch@shifnalbenefice.org. uk for more info. 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

2nd Dec (Fri) St Georges Christmas Lights Switch On from 3pm, lights on at 6.30pm. Abraham Darby band, stalls & fair rides. 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

Wellington & District Twinning Association - all welcome to our next social events: 19th Nov 7:30pm Cheese and Wine. Contact Brian Harpam bharphamems@yahoo.co.uk or 01952 74 03 15 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. WINTER opening Sat/Sun from 5th Nov 10.30am-3pm, last entry to house 2pm. CHRISTMAS opening, Fri to Tue 9th13th and 16th-20th December. 10.30am4pm, last entry 3pm. Period decorations and carols. Standard N.T. admission charges apply. 12-13 Nov SUNNYCROFT AT NIGHT 4-7pm. 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 Debbie Skeates 01952 201582 or Jean Larkin 01952 276470. 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

5th Nov Fireworks at Rose & Crown Stirchley Village TF3 1DY - FREE event, fire lit at 7pm, fireworks from 8.30pm, food & rodeo bull. 12th Nov (Sat) - Christmas Craft Fair at Much Wenlock Priory Hall, Bull Ring, Much Wenlock from 10am til 4pm. Visit our very popular event, with unusual stalls giving the opportunity to purchase that unique Christmas gift. Admission is free. Café will be serving delicious light lunches, homemade cakes, scones, tea and coffee. 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 Learn to Sing - Various FREE workshops available to the MALE voice. Whether you can or can’t sing, don’t know if you can or just like to try it out. Contact - Geoff Avis (PRO – Telfordaires) on 0845 463 1618 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.nadfas-wm.org.uk/wrekin.html Telford and Wrekin Ladies Circle is all about fun and friendship – trying something new, relaxing with friends, fundraising & great days out. If you are between 18-45 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

Horsehay

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

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. Pilates Mon 7-8pm at the Pheonix Sports Centre, Telford Langley School. £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. 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

Daonnington

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

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.

Slimming World (Wed 9:30am and Thu 5pm & 7pm) at Horsehay Golf Club, Wellington Rd, Horsehay, Telford TF4 3BT Call Paula on 07791 743509

Jackfield

‘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 £3.50 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: 7.30-8.30pm & Thu: 10.15-11.00am. Call: Laura 07929 154 536 / laura@mummymovers.com Website: www.mummymovers.com Stretch & Tone Class - Wed - Lawley Village Primary Academy - 6:30-7:30pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ ymail.com.

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)

Leegomery

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

Lilleshall

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 Abraham Darby Badminton Club - Social Play every Wed 7:15 to 9:15 at Abraham Darby Academy Sports Hall £4 per night. All welcome. 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 (9.30, 5.30pm & 7.30pm) - Call Paula on 07791 743509 Wed: Over 50’s Aerobics (10am) Newport Little Dragons Karate 5.30-6.30pm Thu: Movement Matters (exercise class) Fri: Sequence Dancing 8pm If you would like further info. on the above activities - contact the church on 01952 670033

Newport

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 Body Blitz 6.15-7.15pm @ Burton Borough School Hall with Nikki 07967 343728 Clubbercise 7.30-8.30pm @ Burton Borough School 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

& Fitness Classes Zumba @ Cosy Hall, Newport. Tue 6.30-7.30 Contact Nikki: 07967 343728. 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. 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 & 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 - 9.30am) 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

Overdale

Zumba Classes (£4) - Mon - The Carpenter Centre, Oak Road, Overdale, Telford at 6.30-7.30 pm. Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.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

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

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.

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 11am-1pm. Based at Oakengates Leisure Centre New players welcome, Contact Alan Pritchard at: alanp52@yahoo.co.uk or 07596 984442 or visit our website, www.wrekintennisclub.co.uk Telford Community Tennis Club, Junior tennis coaching lessons at Bowring Park, Wellington on Sun - 10-11am (4-7yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 12-1pm (11-16yrs). We also have sessions for adult members of all abilities. www.telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk E: bob.kerr@telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk Friendly Badminton group playing 7-9pm every Thu at TCAT Sports Hall are seeking new players to join them. Come along and try a few taster sessions at £5 per night. Contact Jenny Varley (evenings 6-7pm) on 01952 249277. Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at 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

Wellington

Other Areas

"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

Stirchley

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

Shawbirch

Telford - Town Centre

Shifnal

Trench

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Thu 7-8pm Zumba at Shifnal Scout Hut 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 5.306.30pm, CIRCUITS - Wed 7.30-8.15pm, METAFIT - Thu 6.30-7.15pm. Everyone welcome! 1st Class FREE !!! 01952 460499 Shifnal Bowling Club - Social Bowling every Thu morning 10.30am-12.30pm. Junior Coaching Sat morning 11-12. All are welcome to our club young & old. Contact Graham McCarthy 01902 372 955 for details. Wed - 10.30-11.30 Dance class - St Andrews Youth Club Hall. Exercises & short routines for fitness & pleasure, suitable 50+, £5. Contact Sally 01952 461768 or sallykinn@hotmail.co.uk for term dates. Pilates Mon 10-11am (starting 5th Sep) at the

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It was just another day at work for Louise. But then she saw the news of the ‘Arrival’ of alien spacecraft that have suddenly, inexplicably appeared across the globe. She’s an expert linguist who can fluently speak many languages, and the army have recruited her to help them communicate with the aliens. But everyone is frightened, unsure what the aliens intend, and she only has a limited time to make contact. And how do you even begin to translate a completely alien, unknowable language? Release Date: 11th November 2016 Genre: Drama, Science Fiction Cast Members: Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner, Forest Whitaker

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Millennia ago, the greatest mariners in the world sailed the Pacific and charted its islands. But then, their voyages stopped. Now, Polynesian princess ‘Moana’ is undertaking her own adventure. She’s a young, spirited, headstrong girl who yearns for adventure, descended from a long line of legendary navigators. Along with Maui, the (self-proclaimed) greatest demigod in all the Pacific islands, she sets out on an epic quest to discover the mysteries of her ancestors. Release Date: 2nd December 2016 Genre: Adventure, Animated, Comedy Cast Members: Dwayne Johnson, Alan Tudyk, Auli’i Cravalho

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We return to Harry Potter’s world long before he was born, to witness the adventures of Newt Scamander, the future author of ‘Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them’.

70 years before Newt’s book became required reading at Hogwarts, he travels to a land that even wizards find bizarre: America. Things quickly go wrong when the magical creatures he’s brought with him escape, forcing him to race across New York in the hope of recovering them. Release Date: 18th November 2016 Genre: Adventure, Fantasy, Family Cast Members: Eddie Redmayne, Colin Farrell, Ezra Miller

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Set shortly before the events of ‘A New Hope’, ‘Rogue One: A Star Wars Story’ reveals how the Rebellion got their hands on the designs for the Death Star. The Galactic Empire is at the height of its power, and their ultimate weapon is nearly complete. Along with a team of rebel soldiers, former criminal Jyn Erso sets out on a desperate mission to steal the plans so they can figure out how to destroy it. Release Date: 16th December 2016 Genre: Action, Adventure, Fantasy, Science Fiction Cast Members: Felicity Jones, Diego Luna, Forest Whitaker

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In recent years there has been a revolution in the way we buy and listen to music. Thanks to new technologies we are now able to play the music we love wherever, and whenever, we want to hear it. With so much emphasis on the streaming of music from services such as Spotify, iTunes and Tidal, the use of minidisks, cassettes and CDs now seems strangely old-fashioned. After all, when you can stream everything you could ever wish to hear direct to your mobile phone, tablet or laptop, who needs a physical format? In spite of all this ingenious and accessible technology, it seems many of us actually prefer to do it the “old school” way. One of the most surprising trends of the 21st century has emerged from music fans who appear keen to turn back the clock. Collecting vinyl records has become something of a cult interest and collectors cite the “authenticity” of analogue sound, the tactile quality of vinyl and the availability of album cover art and liner notes as reasons why they prefer vinyl recordings to digital music files or CDs.

Starting your collection

Many vinyl enthusiasts start out by taking on someone else’s collection, often in the form of a gift or inheritance from a family member. Chances are that these records will not be rare items, but they will at least provide the basis for a larger collection. Darren Yeats, a founder of the Edinburgh-based record store Voxbox Music, says that car boot sales, charity shops, record fairs and specialist vinyl stores are the best places to start digging around for additional records. You might even come across a rare release as you browse.

current market trends in order to sell at a profit. Branded as ‘controversial’ following its release in 1970, UK sales of Bowie’s album were initially poor, although the record was re-released and re-mastered during the ‘80s and ‘90s. Due to the rarity of those original pressings, the market price shot up to over £1,000 when the artist’s death was announced earlier this year.

How do I build up my collection?

Online sites recommended by collectors include Classic UK 45s – which specialises in 45 rpm releases from the ’50s and ‘60s; Planet Earth Records (an online record store with thousands of rare vinyl records) and discogs.com – where you can buy records at relatively low cost and exchange information with other vinyl fans. Record Fairs are also great places to browse and chat with other enthusiasts. Go to www.recordfairsuk. co.uk to find dates of fairs taking place in your area.

Yeats says the aim should be to buy items that are in good or excellent condition, pointing out that “If [records] are not immaculate, you will usually have to play them at least once to properly assess the condition.” He advises buying albums by artists that you like, regardless of their potential resale value. That way, if the record’s condition turns out to be less than perfect, you will still have a piece of music you enjoy.

Don’t forget contemporary vinyl

Once you’ve acquired a few records, you’ll need to decide how to play them. Vintage equipment can be hard to repair if there’s a problem, so most collectors opt for a modern, portable player (£50 - £100) or a modern turntable that can be linked to a computer (from £80 - £120).

Although many contemporary vinyl releases are less than ten years old, it’s still possible to find albums that are highly collectable. Bands such as Radiohead, the Arctic Monkeys and Keane released very limited numbers of vinyl pressings and many of these discs are now selling for between £50 and £100 each.

How will I know if a record is valuable?

As with any collectable item, rarity is the main driver for pushing up value. Certain packaging characteristics, such as foil-stamp numbering on the jacket (001/500), different coloured pressings, misprints or famous or controversial images/text can add to the value. Records that have been withdrawn or censored should also be on the collector’s radar, as this indicates that a smaller number will have been sold. David Bowie’s third album, “The Man Who Sold the World”, is a good example of the way a collector can combine knowledge of an artist’s back-catalogue with an understanding of

When talking about vinyl records, it’s easy to focus on vintage collections and forget that many of today’s artists are releasing tracks (or re-releasing past work) on vinyl. These records cost more to buy, but music fans attest that vinyl produces a clearer, more accurate sound (that’s apparently because the grooves are able to capture the music’s waveforms more precisely).

Vinyl is a gateway to a whole world of music enjoyment. As a collector you’ll have the opportunity to find out about interesting but little known artists, as well as learning more about the artists you already admire. Best of all, you’ll be able to connect with the large and diverse community of vinyl fans who are eager to share their knowledge: so get out there and start collecting today.

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