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The Most Rugged Cars You Can Buy How to Deal with Pothole Damage to Your Car

HEALTH & FITNESS 16 Men, Mental Health and Suicide Prevention 18 Shockwave Therapy 19 Age UK is Looking for Volunteers in Telford 22 Achieving a Better Work-Life Balance 23 Pets: Indoor Games for Wet Autumn Days?

HOME INTERIORS 26 Black Friday & Cyber Monday are the Deals Really Real? 28 Sort Out Your Bathroom Storage 30 Clear Up Your Kitchen Clutter

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES 36 Becoming A Foster Carer 39 Small Spaces - Making the Most of Kids' Bedrooms

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Passionate about all aspects of beauty, Jessi particularly loves the transformational results from lash enhancements and eyebrow shaping. Clients will benefit from her exceptional tinting and sculpting techniques which sculpt, define and lift brows, giving a polished and more youthful appearance.

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TIME FOR SOME TLC

Central heating and cold weather can take their toll on your skin, so make the most of the darker evenings by indulging in a well-deserved pampering session. Relaxing in a warm bath with music, candles and a glass of wine is one of my favourite winter experiences. If you’re the same,

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ESPA’s Skin Rescue Balm (£29) lately. It’s made from

beeswax and a long list of plant and seed oils, including castor, orange peel and blackcurrant. The balm is incredibly moisturising and a little goes a long way, see www.espaskincare.com. I generally prefer a wash-off cleanser in the summer and a wipeoff one in colder months. I’ve switched to

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Motoring A Ford Fiesta is perfect for bustling city traffic, while a BMW 5 Series is ideal for motorway mile-munching. But whack either of them into a challenging situation and they soon become unstuck – they simply aren’t rugged. These cars are, though. We’ve rounded up nine of the most hard-wearing and brawny cars you can buy today, ideal for surviving a nuclear war – or the muddy car boot sale in Sandford, Gloucestershire.

Jeep Wrangler The latest Jeep Wrangler is set to come to the UK after debuting in America. It’s more refined, luxurious and car-like than ever, but still retains the DNA of the original Willys Jeep – one of the most iconic offroaders of all time. Solid axles ensure simplicity and this enables Wranglers to be modified for just about any purpose. Whether you want to traverse sand dunes, go mud-plugging in a deep forest or simply park on the kerb without scraping your alloys, the Wrangler is about as tough as they come.

Mercedes-Benz G-Class Originally known as the G-Wagen, this military-spec beast has morphed into the ideal transport for those who want to be seen. With glitzy chrome atop the blocky body, and the option of insane AMG-tuned engines, it’s often seen in London’s most glamorous districts. But the G-Class isn’t just all show and no go. It’s one of the most serious off-roaders you can buy today, thanks to a supersophisticated 4WD system plus three locking differentials. Opt for chunky tyres rather than shiny alloys and the G-Class is near unstoppable.

Toyota Land Cruiser The Land Cruiser is a true legend – it’s the vehicle that pushed Land Rover out of Australia, and showed the world that not only could the Japanese build off-roaders, they could build off-roaders that never broke down. Though the Land Cruiser isn’t as luxurious as a Range Rover, treat it properly and it’ll probably outlast you. There’s no compromise to be made off-road either.

Isuzu D-Max AT35 Arctic Trucks Isuzu’s D-Max pickup is already a pretty rugged vehicle, with a beefy diesel engine and four-wheel drive. The specialists at Arctic Trucks, however, have turned it into something rather spectacular.

THE MOST RUGGED CARS YOU CAN BUY With enormous tyres and widened arches, the car’s stance is far more purposeful, and custom Fox suspension offers it enough travel to deal with terrain that would trouble a mountain goat.

Toyota Prius This may be an odd inclusion, as the Toyota Prius isn’t exactly known for its go-anywhere ability. In fact, it’s far more likely to be seen as a taxi on the streets of London rather than blasting through sand dunes. But it’s there where the ruggedness lies. Nobody expected the Prius to be as reliable as it is – but even daily abuse as Uber cabs can’t break them. Many of these cars have over 500,000 miles on the clock and are still going strong on their original battery packs.

Ariel Nomad Most off-roaders are designed to traverse rough terrain at about 5mph. The Ariel Nomad is designed to do it at 50. With an engine and body pinched from the Atom road car, the rear-wheel-drive Nomad bounces across the terrain rather than ploughing through it. It’s hardcore, totally open to the elements and buckets of fun.

Subaru Forester Subaru has a reputation for producing reliable, rugged cars, and the Forester is no exception. The darling of farmers everywhere, Subaru owners tend to keep their cars for longer than any other – because they can’t bear to part with them. The brand’s symmetrical all-wheel-drive system is legendary for its simplicity and reliability, while boxer engines lower the centre of gravity and make for a reassuring drive.

Toyota Hilux Our third Toyota on this list is perhaps the most legendary – the Hilux, notably the ‘unkillable car’. Made famous by BBC’s Top Gear, a Hilux survived being left at sea, falling off a building, being crashed into a tree and crushed with a wrecking ball – and still started up at the end. Today’s Hilux is rather plusher than the 1994 model that Top Gear used, but it still retains a well-earned reputation for serious reliability.

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How to Deal with Pothole Damage

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Winter is the season of snow, woolly clothes and - at least on poorly - kept UK roads potholes. All motorists will know the struggles of trying to avoid potholes, but sometimes they’re either impossible to get around or go unnoticed. This can result in a little discomfort at best, and plenty of damage to your car at worst. We look at how you can report a pothole and, should you pick up damage, how you can claim money to cover repair costs.

Why do potholes form? Potholes are most commonly created when water creeps into the cracks in the roads and freezes. The expansion and contraction of water moves the asphalt around, weakening it as a result. The stress of vehicle movement over the road eventually causes the asphalt to give way, thus forming a hole. Although potholes can form at any time, colder winter temperatures make them much more likely.

What can a pothole do to my car? The uneven, sudden drop of a pothole puts significant stress on a vehicle’s tyres and suspension. As tough as modern cars are, there’s a chance a pothole could damage a tyre to the point of puncture, add excess wear to suspension components or break them entirely. Extreme holes could even damage alloy wheels and components underneath a vehicle.

How can I report a pothole? To report a pothole on a local road, you should contact the relevant council and inform them of the location of the hole.

entitled to compensation should your car be damaged due to going over a pothole. If the pothole has been previously reported, you’re more likely to receive some compensation that if it has not. Councils have a statutory defence that they cannot be held liable for defects they’re unaware of. There are some steps you can take before making a claim to increase your chances of a payout: • Make notes — write down key details, such as location, time of the incident, and the size and depth of the pothole if possible. You should also take a photograph as evidence. • Witnesses — if anyone else has seen the incident, get details from them. It could help your claim.

As for A-roads and motorways, the Highways Agency must be notified by calling 0300 123 5000.

• Get repair quotes — having accurate quotes for repair bills could help to ensure you get as much of the damage repairs covered as possible in a claim.

How can I claim for damage costs?

• Research — before making a claim, you should check to see what your council is and isn’t liable for.

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To make a claim for pothole damage, contact the local council for local roads and the Highways Agency for A-roads and motorways

Can I claim pothole damage on my insurance? Your insurer may provide cover for pothole damage, and this is more likely if you have a comprehensive policy. It’s worth checking your policy documents and contacting your insurer before making a claim.

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MOTORS & LEISURE

Dream Cars ‘Dream Cars’ is a family run business based in Shropshire and was born from a long-established passion for sports and luxury cars. They have a driven and energetic team offering a first-class service with their unique range of high performance cars for those very special occasions. The company founders are no strangers to the wedding car business, having previously ran ‘Coach House Classic Wedding Cars’ and ‘Shropshire Super Car hire’. Jade from ‘Dream Cars’ explains, "The company have invested a lot of time and

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effort selecting some of the most discerning and exclusive cars of our time. From our wonderful Ferrari V12 550 Maranello in Rosso ‘Fiorano’ paintwork (burgundy metallic) to our once celebrity owned, top of the range Bentley Continental ‘GT Speed W12’ complete with full carbon and Mulliner pack, the legendary Porsche 911 Turbo S, again with exclusive factory fitted carbon interior and full aero body kit, onto our brand-new muscle car the Ford GT Mustang, these make up the fabulous ‘Dream Cars’ current collection." This diverse selection offers an international flavour of performance and luxury cars for you to choose from, all of which are enhanced by their unique individual exterior and interior combinations and high-end specifications.

“Fantastic service on our wedding day! Myself and my best man travelled to the church in style. It was a great experience and I would recommend ‘Dream Cars’ to anyone for their special occasion. Thanks especially to our driver, Brent, he really made the experience memorable.” – Alex Cleland (Shropshire - August 18)

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MEN, MENTAL HEALTH AND SUICIDE PREVENTION

Suicide is on the rise worldwide. According to the World Health Organization, it’s the second leading cause of death among 15-29-year-olds and nearly 800,000 people die due to suicide every year; that’s one suicide every 40 seconds. There are also around 20 times as many failed attempts. These worrying statistics make World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th more important than ever – but there are steps we can take to tackle the problem.

Suicide Risk Factors Men are at significantly higher risk than women and suicide is the leading cause of death among men under 50. Statistics from The British Psychological Society show that men aged 20-29 and 40-49 are most at risk. The Movember Foundation, which works to raise awareness of men’s health issues, has concluded that men’s reluctance to openly discuss their health and feelings or take action when they’re unwell, coupled with the stigmas still surrounding mental health, are two of the chief reasons why men’s life expectancy remains significantly lower than women’s. The damaging stereotype of the physically and mentally ‘tough’ ‘real man’ is to blame for much of men’s reluctance to express their feelings and seek help, as they fear being labelled weak. The biggest risk factor for suicide is a previous suicide attempt, but what drives people to attempt it? The WHO points out that while there are clear links between suicide and mental disorders (including alcohol use disorders), many suicides happen impulsively in moments of crisis. A trauma, relationship break-up, financial problems or chronic pain and illness can cause high levels of stress that may suddenly overwhelm us and seem too much to cope with. Experiencing conflict, disaster, violence, abuse, or loss and a sense of isolation are also strongly associated with suicidal behaviour, and suicide rates are also high amongst groups who experience discrimination, such as refugees, migrants, indigenous peoples, prisoners and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex people. So, what can we do to prevent suicide on a personal level and as a society?

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We need to tackle discrimination and damaging stereotypes. The boy who is brought up to believe he mustn’t cry or admit he’s stressed; the girl who hides her true sexual orientation because she’s grown up hearing gay people ridiculed; the migrant shunned by work colleagues – they’re all at higher risk of isolation and depression, and so at higher risk of suicide. It can be tough to tackle this kind of discrimination among family, friends and colleagues, but it’s important we do so.

•We need to tackle the stigmas surrounding mental health. We can do this by challenging negative attitudes and ensuring that in our words and actions, we treat mental illness as just as valid and important as physical illness, acknowledging how closely they are related. Maggie Warrell, founder of Global Courage, recently wrote for Forbes about losing her brother to suicide and the role we must all play in tackling it. “If people felt as comfortable talking about their PTSD, bipolar or anxiety as they did talking about their eczema or tennis elbow, it would markedly reduce the suffering of those with mental illness and the ability of those around them to support them.” •We need to encourage people, especially men, to express their feelings, seek help with mental health issues and be more aware of the dangers of alcohol and its misuse. Depression and alcohol-related disorders need to be identified and treated as early as possible. “The tragedy of suicide is preventable,” states The British Psychological Society. “Early identification and effective action can get people the care they need.” •We need to pay closer attention to those around us. Many suicide victims were reportedly ‘fine’ just days or even hours before ending their lives, so we should look out for warning signs. If we fear someone we know may be contemplating suicide, we need to get help on their behalf – and take the horribly practical but essential measure of removing, as much as possible, any potential means for suicide, be that a stockpile of pills or a means to fatally injure themselves. If you are struggling with a crisis or a mental health issue, do get help. It may feel like your pain will never end, but things can get better, as bestselling author and depression sufferer Matt Haig reminds us in Reasons to Stay Alive. “Smaller than you. Always it is smaller than you, even when it feels vast. It operates within you; you do not operate within it. It may be a dark cloud passing across the sky, but… you are the sky. You were there before it. And the cloud can’t exist without the sky, but the sky can exist without the cloud.” Useful Info Samaritans: www.samaritans.org call 116 123, open 24/7 every day Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM) – for men www. thecalmzone.net 0800 58 58 58 open 5pm - midnight every day Matt Haig, Reasons to Stay Alive, Canongate Books. Many people who have suffered depression and/or contemplated suicide credit this book for helping them through crises.

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WHAT’S IT ALL ABOUT?

Lorraine, a Mindfulness Coach at Affinity and Beyond Therapy, answers some questions that help explain how practicing mindfulness can benefit us all. What does Mindfulness mean? - It means consciously paying attention in this moment – to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you. It’s easy to stop noticing and valuing the world around us. It’s also very easy to become caught up in our thoughts and not notice how our thoughts are affecting our emotions and behaviour. An important part of mindfulness is reconnecting our minds and bodies to all sensations, feelings and thoughts we experience. How will that help me? - The way we think and deal with our thoughts plays a big part in our happiness, resilience and mental health. Mindfulness helps us become more aware of our thoughts and feelings so that instead of being overwhelmed by them, we're better able to manage them.

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Benefits of practicing mindfulness include: • Reducing stress and anxiety • Feeling calmer and better able to sleep • Improving focus and concentration • Managing depression and negative thoughts

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Mindfulness can help us enjoy life more, understand ourselves better and improve our mental wellbeing. Lorraine offers an introductory mindfulness course as well as a follow on programme, Calm Minds, which will help you cultivate mindful presence and inner stillness. Call Lorraine on 07898 823339 to find out more.

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Shockwave Therapy Shockwave therapy is a relatively new treatment modality that has been demonstrated to be invaluable tool in the treatment of tendon and soft tissue injuries.

First used in the 70’s for its use in breaking down Kidney stones and calcification deposits in the body it became more common place in the 80s and in the 90’s more research appeared into the treatment for soft tissue injuries, so in this form it is a relatively new technology. It is a modality which uses pressure disturbance to stimulate the recovery of chronic and sub-acute soft tissue injuries. It works by applying rapid repeated pneumatic pressures through a device applied directly to the painful tissues. Often it is used after conventional treatments have failed to stimulate recovery such as hands on manual techniques, ultrasound and exercise therapy although it can be used as a front-line treatment.

demonstrated to benefit Tennis elbow, Golfers’ elbow and shoulder pain so it does have a broad spectrum of uses. In terms of treatment its self, most of the research suggests between 3-6 treatments will achieve good improvements although in can take more in more chronic conditions. In all this modality will be of huge benefit to patients with tendon/soft tissue injuries especially if more conventional treatments have failed. It is regularly seen as the go to treatment prior to more invasive treatments. If you are experiencing tendon pain that has been on going, then please feel free to call for free advice as to whether this treatment may benefit you. We offer day time and evening appointments so please call 01952 462330 or email us at enquiries@shropshirephysio.co.uk

The effects on the soft tissues are: • Mechanical Stimulation • Increased local blood flow • Increase in cellular activity • Pain relieving effects on local nerves • Breaking down of calcific deposits There are several research articles demonstrating the benefits of the treatment and a rising number of articles supporting its use. A lot of the evidence centres around particularly tendon pain in conditions such as Jumpers’ knee (the exacerbation of the patella tendon), Achilles tendon problems and plantar fasciitis (pain from the sole of the feet). It has also been

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Age UK

IS LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS IN TELFORD

Evenett and Bishop Opticians

Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin is looking for people who are willing to volunteer some of their time to make a real difference to the lives of older people in Telford. The local charity has a variety of volunteer opportunities, ranging from helping in dementia support groups and day centres, to volunteering as part of their befriending scheme and running lunch clubs to prevent loneliness and isolation. Volunteering can be very rewarding and fun, but it can also offer challenges and give people the opportunity to meet new friends and use their skills. It gives something back to the community that benefits and enhances the lives of others. Heather Osborne, Chief Executive of Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, said: “Our services are a lifeline for lonely older people, we really need more volunteers to help older people in our communities to enjoy later life. In return, we provide training, expenses and on-going support to ensure all our volunteers are happy in these vital roles.” If you would like to help older people living in the Telford area, then please contact Janice Williams in our volunteer recruitment team on 01952 2010803 or visit the website www.ageukshropshireandtelford.org.uk

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Newport's Premier Training Facility Maurice Cooney is a body transformation coach, a co-owner of The Body Barn and now the proud owner of Alpha Athletic.

where the owners and trainers care about your results and whether you attend or not." His gym ethos is ‘Decide, Commit, Succeed’, which has been at the heart of all he has done since he began in the industry and this approach is something he tries to adopt to all aspects of life and something he also like to reinforce when coaching his own 1:1 PT clients and his gym members.

As many local residents will know there has always been a gym at the edge of Shuker Field, located down Broadway, in recent years it had fallen into disrepair and consequently closed its doors. The former Physical Sculpture gym hasn’t just had a name change, its undergone a drastic facelift both inside and out and has been transformed into Newport's premier training facility for both men and women. With completely bespoke modern equipment, coupled with a limited amount of available memberships, Maurice's aim is to create a community of like minded fitness enthusiasts. Maurice said, "As a former employee many years ago I had a vision to not only make it fit for purpose again, but I wanted to create somewhere unique for a new generation of gym goers who are wanting a high quality, non intimidating environment to train in, but more importantly have somewhere to train

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Maurice is immensely proud of how the new facility looks and the early feedback from his existing members is more than positive. It really is a fabulous environment to work out in and he is keen for local people to come down and get involved and see it for themselves. Alpha Athletic Gym is now fully open for business and opened its doors on the 6th of May. Should you wish to pay Maurice a visit, feel free to contact him on 07984 569 573 or alternatively send an email to: info@ alphaathletic.co.uk, 3 day free trial passes are available as Peak and Off Peak Membership options.

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Experts in Treating Foot and Heel Pain!

You have most likely sought assistance for your condition, but have struggled to find an enthusiastic expert to help! Passionate and eager to reduce and cure your lower limb, foot and ankle pain. I have the latest equipment to assist your problem, what is more, I specialize in all Foot, Ankle, Leg and Achilles problems.

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Volunteers Needed

IN TIBBERTON

The Cinnamon Trust is the national charity whose wonderful volunteers help people over retirement age and those in the latter stages of a terminal illness by offering all kinds of pet care. We urgently need dog walking volunteers to help a resident of Tibberton and their dog Ebony an 8 year old Working Cocker Spaniel who would love to go for a good walk. What happens if illness, injury or just the fact that we all get older eventually affects our ability to look after our four legged companions? A large number of elderly or ill pet owners become very worried about their ability to care for their pets, feeling that their only option is to rehome them, this is where our national network of dedicated volunteers step in to offer support enabling them to stay together. We’ll walk the dog for a housebound owner, we’ll foster pets when owners need hospital care, we’ll fetch the cat food, even clean out the bird cage or litter trays. All volunteers help in the ways that are most appropriate to them. Teams take it in turn to visit housebound owners to take the dog for a walk, volunteers foster pets as one of their family when owners face a spell in hospital, they take pets to the vet, even clean out the budgie's cage or cats litter trays. If you would like to register or even have a quick chat about registering just call Sally or Tressa direct on 01736 758707 or email sallycollins@cinnamon.org.uk or tressaherriott@cinnamon.org.uk

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ACHIEVING A BETTER WORK-LIFE BALANCE Finding and retaining work, selling your skills, doing your own book-keeping and admin, taking sole responsibility for the quality and completion of projects and having nobody else to motivate you can be overwhelming and stressful – not to mention lonely. If you work by yourself from home, you also need to think about where you will work and how you will avoid distractions, including family and friends. Some are inclined to see working from home as not quite real work, failing to appreciate that you still have deadlines to meet. • Whether you’re employed or self-employed, know when to say no and when to down tools. • Leave work behind when your hours are finished and don’t be tempted to open those work-related emails.

1st – 5th October is National Work Life Week, an event run by the Working Families charity and focusing on how employees and employers can improve work-life balance. The charity wants to create a society in which everyone can fully meet their work and caring responsibilities and has “real choice in balancing the interdependent demands of family, work and community at different life stages.” However, this vision seems a long way from being realised. In research undertaken by Working Families, half of parents said their work-life balance was a source of stress and one in ten said they were ready to resign without another job to go to. It also revealed that seven out of ten parents worked at home in the evenings and at weekends, due to increasing workloads, lack of time for planning, organisational culture, and manager attitudes. But working long hours is bad for our health. Research published in 2015 by Public Health expert Prof Mika Kivimäki showed that people working 55 hours or more per week have a 33% higher risk of stroke and a 13% higher risk of coronary heart disease than those who work a 35 to 40-hour week. While his study didn’t look at the potential reasons behind this link, experts have suggested that these increased risks are probably due to prolonged sitting, stress, less time for exercise and less time for relaxation and healthy eating. Working long hours can mean not enough time looking after your health and wellbeing. So, what can employees do to achieve a better work-life balance, and what can employers do to help their staff achieve it?

• Get enough sleep. Working into the night is ultimately counterproductive as your memory, response time and concentration will all suffer. You’re also putting yourself at great risk of mental and physical health issues. • Prioritise tasks and break them down into smaller steps so that you stay on track, avoid being overwhelmed and have a feeling of achievement.

Employers: Listen to Your Employees Some employers panic when employees ask for more flexibility, changes to working times, reduced hours or to work from home, but there’s no need to. It could be a positive change. To become a more flexible employer: • Investigate how technology could help your employees work from home or while travelling for work. Cloud-based apps and services can allow workers to access real-time financial data, message colleagues and collaborate on projects online. • If an employee requests a change to their working practice, listen to what they want with an open mind, but also express any concerns you have so that they have the chance to address them. Offer a trial period so that both of you can see how this new way of working performs in practice before making any commitment. • Consider job-share options for both existing and new roles. You should also consider the well-being of your employees and ensure you’re meeting your legal obligations to them. • Do your employees get the breaks they’re entitled to in a place away from their workstation – and your queries? • Do you signpost or offer mental and physical health services, such as counselling or lunchtime exercise activities? • Do you ensure that the equipment they use is positioned correctly to avoid physical strain and fatigue?

Employees: Think Flexibility

• Are employees encouraged to speak up if they feel the demands placed on them are too great?

The Working Families study showed that half of people in the UK want to work flexibly but currently, fewer than one in ten jobs advertised offer flexible working (even though it may be available in the role). Flexible working can become particularly important if you’re a parent or carer, but before you go looking for more flexible employment, be brave: approach your current employer. Discuss your requirements and possible solutions, such as more flexible working, changing work times, reducing your hours or working fully or partially from home.

• Do you encourage working smart, not working long?

You could also consider self-employment but be warned: this comes with its own downsides and doesn’t suit everyone.

Research shows that happier, healthier employees are more productive and likely to stick around and that millennials are increasingly looking for more flexible employers, so practising flexibility and caring about employee wellbeing is not just altruistic – it makes good business sense as well. To find out more, visit www.workingfamilies.org.uk.

by Alison Runham

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Pets:

INDOOR GAMES FOR WET AUTUMN DAYS

When the summer has gone and you’re not able to get out as much with your dog, it’s important to keep them active even if they’re in the house. Try these indoor games to stimulate mind and body, prevent boredom, and let your dog thrive through the wetter autumn months. Treasure Hunt It’s a good idea to play this game in a room that has carpet or other non-slip flooring so your dog doesn’t injure itself in the excitement. Hide some of their favourite treats in one or more areas of your home, and let them hunt for the ‘treasure’. If your dog is more tempted by toys, you could always replace the treats with their favourite ones. This is also a good game if you make people they know the ‘treasure’ – especially when children are involved as it keeps them entertained too.

Treat puzzles Stimulate your dog’s mind with chewable toys, puzzles, and activity balls in which you hide food treats. It will take some time to work out how to get to the treats, and the activity balls keep them physically active too.

Ball games If you have a long hallway, you can roll the ball along and get them to bring it back. Throwing a ball up the stairs is also a great way to give them the exercise they need without setting foot outside. You’ll have a very tired friend on your hands before long, ready to play again the next rainy day. www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/indoor-games-dogs barkpost.com/life/12-rainy-day-entertainment-ideas-for-dogs By Ann Haldon

Fun Exercise

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Dog Jogs & Adventures is a Shrewsbury-based company offering a range of premier dog exercising services. From standard and premium adventure walks, to dog jogs and pet drop-ins, we are positive that your beloved pet will thank you for choosing us. We ensure your dog is left tired and content when they return home. Through the use of fun, sensory games, your dog’s mind and senses will be challenged, keeping them physically and mentally fit, reducing the chance of them developing behavioural issues. Our group adventure walks range from 45 to 90 minutes in length and see us exploring the beautiful locations that Shropshire has to offer. Dogs are walked in packs of up to 6 well-behaved dogs and are treated to a rinse and rub down as well as a homemade treat on departure. A pick-up and dropoff service also comes free of charge. High-energy dogs that need more than a walk or those that just love to run would thoroughly enjoy our weekly dog jogs. These sessions depend on your dog’s ability but include 30 to 60 minutes of high intensity exercise exploring Shropshire’s wonderful countryside.

Shropshire’s Premier Dog Care & Cardio Specialists Dog Adventure Walks Dog Running Pet Drop-Ins

Express pet drop-ins are also available but depend on location and availability. If you think your pet would benefit from our services then please call us on: 07904 717898 or email us on: info@dogjogs.co.uk.

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Unique Chairs & Bar Stools

The Chair People are specialist manufacturers and suppliers of bespoke designer seating for the home. Their ranges include; Dining Chairs, Armchairs, Bar stools, and Occasional Chairs. Over the past decade their customers have been mainly London based, they now want to bring their unique made to order service to their local area. Their 2500 sq ft Showroom in Telford holds an extensive range of models. Their experienced design advisors offer that “personal shopping” experience (without the price tag) to help you choose the right fabrics and finishes for you. If you have existing furniture that you’d like your new chairs to match to, then no problem, just bring along any swatches with you and they will be happy to help.

"Choose from an endless range of prestigious fabrics…" Within their impressive showroom they have an extensive fabric library, from wools, to linens, to leathers and velvets you’ll be completely spoilt for choice. Working with fabric houses such as Designers Guild, Zoffany, Harlequin, Abraham Moon, Sanderson and many more! There’s basically a world of choice when it comes to fabrics. You also have a choice of 9 leg colours, and in addition to this

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a whole RAL colour library if needed. Once you have selected your preferred model and you’ve chosen your fabric and leg finish, you will then have the option to add beading, fabric combinations, and piping options, to give that luxurious finishing touch to your bespoke chair. Their Showroom is open Monday to Friday 10am-4pm and Saturday 10am-2pm (by appt only). We have no doubt you will only have an exceptional experience when choosing The Chair People as their excellent star Feefo rating confirms. Their Showroom can be found at; Unit A3, Halesfield 13, Telford, Shropshire, TF7 4PL. To book a showroom visit, or for any additional information, contact their sales department on 0330 900 3300, email sales@thechairpeople.co.uk or browse their website www.thechairpeople.co.uk

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Custom Made Chairs For Beautiful Homes

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Black Friday & Cyber Monday

ARE THE DEALS REALLY REAL?

One weekend in November is one of the most significant dates in the retail calendar. It’s Black Friday, an American import that’s become a big deal. On Black Friday, retailers – especially internet ones – promise incredible deals to save you a fortune.

Do the deals live up to the hype? That really depends on what you want to buy. Black Friday used to be a single day, and this year it’s Friday the 23rd of November. But it became too big for one day, and soon spread to include the following Monday, dubbed Cyber Monday. It’s since outgrown that too, so for example, in 2017 Amazon ran a series of sales over what it called Black Friday Deals Week. For many retailers, most of November now means some kind of discounting. Some of the deals are genuine and many aren’t. If you use a site such as PriceSpy.co.uk or CamelCamelCamel.com to research the price of things, you’ll often find that a Black Friday deal only appears to be good value because the retailers put the price up in the weeks before. Others quote manufacturers’ recommended retail prices that nobody has ever actually paid: a saving of 50% off the RRP is only a saving if the product was actually on sale for the higher price for a long time. In many cases it wasn’t.

However, there are good deals to be had across Super Mega Black Friday Fortnight Of Sales, or whatever your favourite retailer calls it this year. They include: • Video game console bundles. There’s a lot of profit in bundles that combine a console with some games, and as a result they’re often discounted heavily during Black Friday sales. Bundles for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 should attract big discounts this year. Expect discounts on memberships for gaming services such as PlayStation Plus too. • Instant Pot Electric Pressure Cookers. For some reason Amazon cuts their price every Black Friday. If you haven’t joined the Instant Pot cult, Black Friday’s a good time to start. • Amazon devices. Amazon slashes the price of its Kindles, Kindle Fire tablets, Fire TV sticks and Echo smart home devices every time it has a sale and Black Friday will be no different. • Older stock. As ever, sales are a great way for retailers to shift old stock to make room for new lines. The longer something’s been around the more likely it will be discounted. • Big-screen TVs. These plummet in price very quickly and retailers use big discounts on them to attract customers. The trick to bagging bargains on Black Friday is to know what you want but not to be too picky. For example, if you want a Sony 65-inch TV you can probably get a deal, but if you only want a very specific model there’s every chance you’ll be out of luck. Research the market so you know what things are actually worth and stick to a budget. It’s not a bargain if you don’t need or want it. Last but not least, use the price checking services on the day to make sure you really are getting the best price.

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SORT OUT YOUR BATHROOM STORAGE

Well-organised storage is vital to a bathroom that’s both practical and beautiful. GET SAVVY WITH STORAGE

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• Commission a joiner to make floor and wall cabinets that fit perfectly into your space – a great solution for storing toiletries, spare towels, cleaning products and so on, keeping surfaces completely clear. Add shelves in convenient places for objects you’re happy to display. • Alternatively, consider free-standing options such as cupboards, chests, towel ladders and wheeled racks. Slimline pieces are ideal for smaller rooms. All sorts of furnishings from other areas of the house can be made use of, provided they won’t suffer from a damp atmosphere. • A vanity unit below the washbasin is an excellent choice to hide belongings from view. Designs range from sleek and minimal to charmingly rustic; opt for a style that both suits your room and offers the largest amount of storage space.

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• If you are redesigning the whole room, adding shallow false walls will allow you to conceal runs of pipes, but is also incredibly useful for building in shelves or slim cupboards. This is also possible when erecting a new shower wall, allowing you to create handy niches in which to store shampoos and soaps. • Finally, choose small storage items, from wicker baskets to crackle-glazed pots or bright plastic tubs, with care, so that they co-ordinate and create impact with colour, pattern and texture.

Raw oak towel ladder, £95, The Farthing: 07789 707 579; thefarthing.co.uk

D450 Gull Wing 600 unit with basin, £698, The Pure Bathroom Collection from Smiths Briten; 0845 634 4321; purebathroomcollection. co.uk

400mm shelf with chrome hangers, from £115, Frontline Bathrooms: 0845 470 2427; frontlinebathrooms.co.uk

First Aid wall cabinet, £55, Grace & Glory: 01271 370 095; graceandgloryhome. co.uk

Wash It laundry bag, £11.25, The Farthing: 07789 707 579; thefarthing.co.uk

Umbra Cubiko wall mirror/storage unit, £80, Hurn & Hurn: 01603 559 250; hurnandhurn.com

Izola Apothecary soap dish, £20, Henry Tibbs Ltd: 028 9188 9121; henrytibbs.com

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A Wardrobe Design For some, a wardrobe is simply a space in which to keep their clothes.

So, we can design your wardrobe interior to give you whatever you need - hanging rails, fitted drawers and shelves plus a top shelf for bulky items and boxes that you don't use often. And don't forget about all of those shoes which can be displayed on our clever & attractive space-saving shoe racks.

For others, the wardrobe can be anything you want it to be. Maybe the centrepiece of your bedroom where you open the doors and there is your television, your desk or dressing table. Whether you are after a traditional look or something more modern - Instyle Bedrooms have something for all tastes and decors. We have 18 years experience of installing our wardrobes in all shapes and sizes of bedrooms. The huge advantage of using our company (we are based between Wolverhampton & Bridgnorth) is that all of our wardrobes are designed and manufactured locally. That means that you get the personal touch. From day one you’ll be dealing with one of our friendly customer advisors who can visit you in your own home to answer your questions and give any advice you require - and all without any obligation at all ! Not only is that more convenient for you, it also means we can get a feel for your decor tastes, have a look at the space we’re working with, and of course make sure those measurements are spot on.

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You can then either make a choice on the colour, material and design of your new made-to-measure wardrobe from the comfort of your own front room, or you can come along to our showroom to have a look at the full range on offer. Our wardrobes can be in plain colours or woodgrains or Hi Gloss or mirror or coloured glass - so much to choose from. Once you’ve made the decision, you can then sit back and relax knowing you’re in the safe hands of the Instyle team who deliver on time and above expectations. As your wardrobe is being made-to-measure we can use your space to full capacity. Whether you just want to hang your clothes or whether you want to make use of the numerous innovative options to maximise how much you can store behind those doors We guarantee to beat high street prices on a like for like quote - something we can say with certainty because manufacturing the wardrobes ourselves cuts out the middleman and allows us to offer our wardrobes at an extremely competitive price. Wardrobes are our speciality and our passion so if you’re after bespoke furniture that won’t break the bank or take months to arrive, then Instyle Bedrooms is the company for you. To start the ball rolling then just call us on 01952 457980 or Freephone 0800 612 0932 and we will send you our colour brochure along with a price list... without any obligation what so ever.

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CLEAR UP YOUR KITCHEN CLUTTER

A well-designed kitchen has a place for everything, from cutlery to coffee pods. SAVVY IDEAS FOR KITCHEN STORAGE • Rails and wall grids are incredibly useful, and are available in a range of styles. Look for accessories such as spice racks, knife racks and hanging containers. •Internal organisers help prevent kitchen cabinets and drawers from becoming an overflowing mess. Take some time to research the types of organiser that will be most suited to whatever you are storing, from a simple cutlery tray or knife rack to pan lid holders, spice jar inserts or dividers. • Sometimes it helps to add extra shelves inside large cabinets, where space can easily be wasted. If that’s not possible, buy a free-standing rack to place inside instead. • It makes sense to store cooking utensils near the hob, whether in drawers, hanging from a rail, or just popped into a jar.

Vardagen glass jars with lids, from £1.50 each, IKEA. LSA International utility container with ash lid, £35, Amara.

• Transparent jars are useful for storing dry food such as rice, pulses and pasta. They can create an attractive display and you will easily be able to tell when you are running low.

Large storage drawers with ash heartwood internal organisers. Kitchens cost from £8,000, Rational.

Dutchbone Marley wall storage unit, £89, Cuckooland. LSA Utility utensil pot with leather handle, £32, Black By Design.

Brompton bread bin, £35, Garden Trading. Kitchen Craft Industrial Kitchen two-tier wire storage baskets, £22.99, Amazon.

Canister set, £30, Garden Trading.

Ferm Living set of three marble tin storage boxes, £30, Hurn & Hurn.

by Kathrine Sorrell

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Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm Saturday: 9am - 5pm | Sunday: Closed

WORDWHEEL

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

Capital Appliance Centre

Shrewsbury Branch, Unit 26 Vanguard Way, Harlescott, Shrewsbury, SY1 3TG

01743 463261

Email: capital_shrewsbury@hotmail.com

Oakengates Carpet Company CARPETS•VINYLS•LAMINATES RUGS•BLINDS

TARGET Excellent: 40 or more words Good: 34 words Fair: 30 words

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T: 01952 620 200 Stafford Road, Oakengates Telford TF2 6JH

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The College of Choice Shrewsbury Colleges Group offers a huge range of courses for all age groups. The primary focus is helping all of its students succeed and progress, whether that’s to a higher level course, an Apprenticeship, to university, or into employment. With fantastic bus links for students across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin and into Wales, the Colleges Group, which formed in August 2016 when Shrewsbury Sixth Form College and Shrewsbury College merged, is closer than you think. We excel at supporting students to achieve offers for Oxbridge, medicine, dentistry and veterinary studies, as well as WorldSkills competitions for vocational courses. The College is open to students of all ages and backgrounds, including school leavers, adults, apprentices, universitylevel students and international students. It is Shropshire’s largest A Level provider with the widest choice, over 30 A Levels and a huge range of vocational courses in over 25 different subject areas. We pride ourselves on being able to offer any combination of A Level choices without any timetable restrictions. To help year 11s leaving school next summer, the group is hosting a number of open evenings this October and November, where prospective students can find out about a range of qualifications, view facilities across three campuses and get information on A Levels and vocational courses, as well as apprenticeships. The open evenings are on October 16 and 24 from 5-8pm at the Welsh Bridge and English Bridge Campuses and November 8 at the London Road Campus from 5-8pm. James Staniforth, Principal of Shrewsbury Colleges Group, will be available to speak to as well as offering scheduled talks on October 16 and 24 at English Bridge and November 8 at London Road. To book onto one of the evenings and for more information visit www.scg.ac.uk/events “Many students choose to come here after GCSEs and now SCG offers a huge range of A Levels and Level 1-3 vocational courses (A Level equivalent). We prepare students for university, Apprenticeships and employment with many choosing to stay on with us after their full-time programmes have ended, to study a degree-level course, as it is cheaper and easier to study locally,” said Catherine

Armstrong, Group Vice Principal. The College offers an increasing number of Higher Education courses from Foundation Degrees to full BA Honours Degrees, with 13 on offer this academic year. “Many of our academic students who choose to study A Levels go on to university. 74% who progressed in 2013 completed their degrees last year - 81% of those gained a first or upper second class honours degree. 43% of our vocational students progressed to university/a higher education course. 21% gained employment or an Apprenticeship and 30% progressed to another further education course in 2017. We offer a huge range of HE courses ourselves including a Foundation Degree in Sports Coaching and Physical Education and a HNC in Performing Arts. Many of our HE courses can be studied part-time and fit around your employment. “Apprenticeships and Higher Apprenticeships are another option to consider. The College works with hundreds of businesses throughout the county and if an Apprenticeship is the right route for someone, either after GCSEs or A Levels or even later in life, our dedicated Business Solutions team based at our Welsh Bridge Campus is well placed to help guide apprentices into a fitting role so they can earn while they learn. With fierce competition for jobs there’s never been a better time to have marketable skills. Or we are open to those looking for a professional development or hobby part-time course and have over 200 courses started from September,” added Mrs Armstrong. To find out more about courses at SCG, come to an Open Evening, call 01743 342411 or visit www.scg.ac.uk

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

ACADEMIC & VOCATIONAL EXCELLENCE The widest choice of courses in Shropshire in a fantastic location.

Year 11 Progression Event An information event for pupils leaving Year 11 for Sixth Form or Further Education in September 2019.

Saturday 13 October, 10am-1pm University Centre, Telford TF3 4JG

Open Evenings Come and visit our college campuses and find out what student life is like at Shrewsbury Colleges Group.

• • •

Tuesday 16 October, 5pm-8pm

English Bridge & Welsh Bridge Campus

Wednesday 24 October, 5pm-8pm

English Bridge & Welsh Bridge Campus

Thursday 8 November, 5pm-8pm

London Road Campus

Book online for Progression Events and Open Evenings at shrews.co/openeve

www.scg.ac.uk | 01743 342332 @ShrewsColGroup

New Headmistress We are proud to announce the arrival of our new Headmistress, Mrs Sarah Morris, at Birchfield School in Albrighton, the first female Head in the school’s history. Following her tenure as Headmistress of Norfolk House School in Birmingham, we are thrilled that she is returning to Birchfield where she was once Deputy Head.

drama help to make Birchfield pupils become motivated, self-confident and intellectually-curious learners. There will be ample opportunity to meet Mrs Morris in the coming months at our Open Days; Friday, 28 September, Saturday, 13 October and Friday, 23 November – 10:00am to 12:30pm. Alternatively we will be happy to arrange a mutually convenient time for you to meet Mrs Morris and have a tour of Birchfield.

During her 18 years in the independent sector, she has previously carried out roles as Director of Studies and Deputy Head and enjoyed sharing her passion for literature and foreign languages throughout her teaching career. ‘From the warmth of its welcome to the beauty of its grounds, Birchfield School is a very special place and it is a privilege to lead the school to new successes in the coming years’ said Mrs Morris, upon her appointment. She is keen to retain the traditional values which sit at the heart of the school’s ethos. She praised the reputation of the school for its academic excellence and its tailored preparation for entrance to prestigious senior schools. She added that distinction in other areas namely sport, music, art and

Saturday, 13 October 10:00am to 12:30pm Open Day Headmistress's Address at 10:00am, followed by a tour of the school Friday, 23 November 10:00am to 12:30pm Working Open Day

APPOINTED AT BIRCHFIELD SCHOOL

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

Sixth Form Join our diverse and vibrant Sixth Form – Excellent A-level results Specialism in STEM subjects – Wide choice of subjects and extracurricular activities – 95% first choice university destinations An Independent Free School offering Day and Boarding places from Reception to Sixth Form

Respect  Community  Trust  Initiative  Risk Penn Road, Wolverhampton, West Midlands WV3 OEG Tel: 01902 341230 info@theroyal.school www.theroyalschool.co.uk

Bears Den

Pre-School

New Extended Opening Times Monday-Friday 8:30am - 3:00pm (term time only) •• •• •• •• •• •• •• •• ••

The Royal School Wo lver hamp ton

"Curious Cubs leave as Bright Bears" 2 Year Old Funding Available Forces and Non Forces children welcome

Ofsted Inspected Safe and Secure Site BCA Award Runner Up 2017 3 Spacious Rooms Plus Outside Play Area 30 Hour Funded New 30 Hour Funding - Enquiries Welcome Places Available, 15 Extended Funded Flexible Days Hours for 3+ Spaces Available Children Forces and Non-Forces Children Welcome (2, 3 & 4 year olds) Regular Yoga Lessons From a Fully Trained Professional

Fully Qualified Friendly Staff

Over 30 years experience, joyfully assisting years of generations through to their next stage in life where we nudge our children through introducing their first tastes of academic learning

For more information or to book a visit please call 01952 672 506

• Email: bears.den8@gmail.com

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Becoming a...

FOSTER CARER find themselves in foster care. Many end up returning to their birth families or going on to be adopted. Some children have complex emotional or physical needs. Sometimes, foster carers specialise in a particular age group, whether it’s babies and toddlers, primary school children or teenagers. Some people focus on caring for disabled children or children seeking asylum. Your case worker will talk to you about what type of placement would be best for you.

How much could I earn?

Tens of thousands of children enter the care system in the UK every year. If you think you could help, read on to find out more about fostering, including how to go about it and how much you could earn. Who can foster? Foster carers come from a range of backgrounds. You’ll need to: • Be at least 21. • Have the right to live in the UK permanently. • Have a spare bedroom. • Have enough time to look after a child. You don’t need to be in a relationship or own your own home, and you can have a job. You don’t need any qualifications, but previous experience with children is beneficial.

What types of fostering are there? There are lots of different types of foster care. Some children only need a short-term placement. Others need a longterm home. You could even just offer emergency, overnight, weekend or respite care if you prefer. You could also choose to foster a young parent and their child. Both would live with you and you’d help the parent to develop their skills until they were able to care for the child independently.

What kind of children need fostering? Children from all backgrounds, and of all abilities and ages,

The minimum weekly allowance per foster child starts from £127. Older children have greater allowances, as do children with special needs. So, for example, if you fostered a nine year old and a 15 year old, you’d receive at least £302 for each week you looked after them. That money would need to cover the child’s food, clothes, toys and other expenses. Foster carers are sometimes paid a fee on top of the allowance. The amount you’ll receive will depend on the foster service you go through, and the needs of the child you foster. Many foster carers earn more than £500 a week for each child they foster. Foster carers get considerable tax relief on the money they earn from fostering. Foster payments also don’t usually have an effect on welfare benefits.

What support would I get? You’d attend training programmes and be matched with your own social worker, who would be there to support you. Some services also have additional support available, such as a 24hour helpline.

How do I apply? You can foster through your local council, or through an independent fostering service. The application and assessment process usually takes around six to eight months.

Where can I find out more? For more information about fostering, contact your local council or visit: www.thefosteringnetwork.org.uk www.gov.uk/foster-carers

by Kate Duggan

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

GHOSTLY GASLIGHT

U14’s Oakengates Rangers FC

are recruiting for NEW players for 2018/2019 season

BLISTS HILL VICTORIAN TOWN 27 OCT 6pm - 9pm A spooky night with new surprises!

If any Year 8 & 9’s are interested on playing for a team, come and join us!

FIREWORKS NIGHT

BLISTS HILL VICTORIAN TOWN 3 NOV 6pm - 9pm

Spectacular fireworks and molten iron being poured in the Foundry!

TRAINING: Every Wednesday TIME: 6:30pm to 7:30pm VENUE: Bell Rec (off School Road) Donnington TF28HU For more information please contact Saul (under 14’s manager): Email: daviessaul22@yahoo.com or M: 07411 467341

IRONBRIDGE GORGE MUSEUMS

Pre-booking essential at

IRONBRIDGE.ORG.UK

Halloween

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T P C A N D L E G T E H T

Apples Bats Candle Candy Cemetery Coffin Costume Dracula Ghosts Ghouls Goblins Mask Mummy Pumpkin Scary Scream Skeleton Skull Spiders

Vampire Werewolf Witches Zombie

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

CHILDREN, EDUCATION & ACTIVITIES

Super Stylish

CHILDREN'S ROOMS Rooms for little ones should be highly practical and also full of fun. Designed and built by hand in the Scout & Boo workshop, this versatile ‘rainbow’ cabinet could be used for books, clothes or toys. It’s made from sustainable birch ply and finished with water-based satin lacquer. £1,250 from Scout & Boo.

Banish boring bunk beds! The Scandi-inspired Linus features curved edges and a contrasting pine-and-white finish. It’s £499 from made. com

Bold and bright, this toucan wall sticker adds a touch of the tropics. It costs £10.50 from Chameleon Wall Art.

This handcrafted, wooden toy storage box on rubber castors is made from high quality, durable and nontoxic birch plywood. Nobobobo animal storage box, £95, Mini Maison.

A rainbow of colours fills this ABC alphabet print (unframed) by Ingrid Petrie. Perfect for kids of all ages. £16 from Mini Maison.

You can never have too much storage in a child’s room. Släkting storage bag, £6, Ikea.

Made from child-safe polyresin, this origami dinosaur lamp is perfect as bedside light or night light. It’s £10 from Bobby Rabbit.

MAKE YOUR KID’S ROOM GREAT • Start by considering how much space is available, who will use it and how often. How old are your children? What are their likes and dislikes? What is your budget? Sketch a floor plan on graph paper, including positions of doors, windows, radiators and light fittings, plus bed(s), perhaps seating and clothes storage, and space for books, toys, games, art and craft activities. • The key to designing a child’s room is flexibility. Keep the basics plain and simple and theme the less expensive and easily changed items (such as blinds, cushions or storage boxes) to whatever colour or character fascinates your child that particular month. • Soft carpet may be tempting but, ideally, floors should be non-slip, easily cleanable and durable, as well as not too hard underfoot. Wooden or laminate boards plus a soft rug (with an anti-slip mat beneath) are great, and you could also consider vinyl, linoleum, cork or rubber. • When it comes to lighting, inset ceiling lights and high-up wall lights are better than floor or table lamps that could get in the way of games and be knocked over. • Brighten up walls with framed pictures (your child’s own, maybe), removable stickers, or perhaps something more inventive such as artists’ canvases painted in bright blocks of colour, a camouflage net, flags, maps, blackboard or magnetic paint, or an entire wall of good-looking storage.

Three deep drawers provide plenty of storage room, while the modern, simple styling make the Oeuf Sparrow dresser a good-looking piece for any bedroom or nursery. £789 from Diddle Tinkers.

Transform your little one into an astronaut in their sleep. Rocket single duvet set by Snurk, £49, Beaumonde.

by Katherine Sorrell

Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE

Hadley Park House Telford TF1 6JQ

T: 01952 677269

Hadley Park House is a luxury independent hotel and the 18th century grade II Georgian manor house retains many of its original features; it is surrounded by two acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. You can see why this has become one of the top venues for weddings in Shropshire. Hadley Park House not only boasts a fantastic venue and location but also an AA Rosette restaurant, which they have held consecutively for 13 years. The restaurant is called Dorrells and is situated in the large elegant conservatory. We were seated in the bar area while we perused the menus and when our starters were nearly ready we were shown through to the restaurant. We were offered a choice of white or brown freshly cooked bread rolls which were amazing, soft and warm plump rolls. For starters Nik chose the Scallops (£8.95) and I selected the Falafel (£5.50). Nik’s trio of Scallops were pan seared to a wonderful light golden brown and were beautifully succulent and sweet, the Cajun spice added a nice heat. The corn salad had thin slices of green chillies, sweet red pepper and sticky chunks of rich Chorizo. Often scallops can be served over cooked, but these were perfect and he said they were definitely the best he’d ever had. My dish had three deliciously soft Falafel balls which had a slight crispness to the outer shell - the red onion, cucumber and yoghurt mint sauce were the perfect accompaniment to this dish. For mains Nik ordered the Assiette of Lamb, Honey, Parsnip & Redcurrant (£17.95). I chose the Duck Breast, Sweet Potato, Goats Cheese and Pomegranate (16.50).

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT Nik’s assiette of lamb was served three ways which included a perfectly pink fillet that was cooked to perfection, a confit of lamb which was fantastically tender and a deep fried golden ball coated in breadcrumbs and filled with shredded lamb. All three variations worked perfectly with the rich redcurrant sauce, caramelised parsnips and silky smooth mash potato.

and white chocolate fondant – we would recommend ordering these, it was a lovely end to our meal. All dishes are created in-house and Head Chef Kev Fellows uses locally sourced ingredients from local suppliers and producers wherever possible to create distinctive, innovative dishes.

My duck breast was cooked exactly as I had requested and was exceptional – juicy on the inside with a lovely crisp skin, it was served with fontant sweet potato and purée of sweet potato. The pomegranates added a nice texture to the dish and the goats cheese sauce was amazing – overall a fantastic dish. For dessert Nik opted for the Caramelised White Chocolate (£5.95) and I decided on the Eton Mess (£5.95). My Eton Mess consisted of three individual meringue swirls with fresh strawberries, strawberries in syrup, cubes of strawberry jelly and dollops of fresh cream! This was the neatest Eton Mess I’ve seen and definitely one of the tastiest! Perfection! Nik’s said his white chocolate parfait was super smooth and luxurious, along with the juicy poached pear this was a great way to finish a fabulous meal……. or so we thought. We decided to try a Parma Violet Gin & Tonic from the huge selection of gins available at the well-stocked bar and as we sipped our drinks we were presented with a selection of after dinner petite fours, a trio of delights including cute slices of homemade chocolate brownies, cubes of nutty Pistachio fudge and a delicate rhubarb

Hadley Park House hosts a variety of events throughout the year ranging from taster nights to comedy nights, you will need to book in advance for these events. Hadley Park House has 22 individually designed bedrooms, including a four-poster suite, with some rooms set in the main house and others in the more contemporary West Wing. There is also a self-contained Mulliner Suite makes a stunning venue for private events and conferences. Bookings for Christmas are now being taken and include festive dinners, festive party nights, cabaret evenings and festive afternoon teas. Christmas Day lunch always sells out quickly so book soon to avoid disappointment. For a copy of the Christmas brochure give them a call. There are so many chain restaurants in the area now which always disappoint on both quality and service. Hadley Park House never disappoints; the quality of food is always exceptional and with friendly attentive staff the service is second to none. Treat someone special and book a table at Hadley Park House you are sure to impress them with a great quality meal!

Reviewed by Fleur & Nik Abel

BOOK NOW FOR CHRISTMAS!

EVENTS

13TH OCT

The Greatest Showman Tribute Evening

Includes Big Top Circus Cocktail on arrival, 2 Course set Dinner, Fully Choreographed Fire Routine, Disco till late. 7.30 for 8pm £35 pp

OCT

Taster Menu Evening

6 Course Tasting Menu. From 7pm £35 pp - Includes 6 courses with Tea & Coffee

26TH OCT

CHRISTMAS

Gin Evening

An Educational and Fun evening on the evolution of Gin, accompanied by 4 boutique Gin & Tonic combinations and a light Canape Buffet. From 7:30pm £25 pp

9TH & 10TH NOV

Faulty Towers - The Dining Experience

This globetrotting show is truly quite legendary, its 21st birthday year, so early booking is essential. Includes a 3-course meal. From 7:30pm Fri 9th £45pp • Sat 10th £50pp

Hadley Park House Telford TF1 6JQ

Festive Lunches

Christmas Afternoon Tea Cabaret Evenings Festive Dinners Festive Party Nights Christmas Day Lunch New Year's Eve

Call for a copy of our Christmas Brochure View our menus online

01952 677269

CHRISTMAS CABARETS THU 13TH DEC

WED 19TH DEC

Amy Winehouse One Man Rat Pack Lunch £29.95 pp - 3 course dinner, tribute show and disco. 7pm SUN 16TH DEC

Neil Diamond

£27.50pp - 3 course dinner, tribute show and disco. 7pm

info@hadleypark.co.uk

£18.50 pp - Includes 3 course lunch. 12:30pm THU 20TH DEC

Sound of Motown

£29.95 pp- 3 course dinner, tribute show and disco. 7pm

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MASALA

INDIAN RESTAURANT & TAKEAWAY

FEEL FREE TO BRING YOUR OWN ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

15% OFF

Collection - only

on orders over £15 after 9pm

20% OFF

*Dining in after 9pm - off main course. Only for bookings. Please present advert. Not to be used with any other offers. Maximum 6 people. Valid until 31-10-18

T: 01952 820085 Adams House, 7 High Street, Newport TF10 7AR

Charity Ball

TICKETS NO ON SALE!

A Charity ball has been organised and is being held at the Park Inn Telford on 2ND March 2019 at 6pm. All the money raised is to go to the National Autistic Society. The event consists of an arrival drink, 3 course set menu meal, 2 live acts – 1 of which has appeared on Britain’s Got Talent Semi Final, a raffle consisting of prizes donated by local companies, a Silent auction and a Disco to end the night with. The main reason the organisers Brad & Charmayne Wynn have put this event together is both their sons are on the Autistic Spectrum, so this charity is close to their hearts. This event is also running alongside Brads 100 mile challenge which can be found at below address www.facebook.com/100-MileChallenge-for-NAS-680800682312056, where you can read all about what the challenge is about and more about the charity ball. Tickets are on sale for £25 per person and if you would like to book tickets please contact Brad or Charmayne on 07858514110/07849778840. Doors are open from 6pm and meal starts at 6.30 pm. Dress code for the event is Evening or Cocktail Dress/Suit for ladies and Suit/Smart shirt and trousers for men. No trainers or Jeans please.

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FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

Telford Hotel & Golf Resort

THE MOST WONDERFUL TIME OF THE YEAR

Special Nights & Tribute Nights

TRIBUTE SHOW

NIGHT

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

12TH DEC

Abba

13TH DEC

TRIBUTE SHOW

FRIDAY

WEDNESDAY

14TH DEC

19TH DEC

The Review

THURSDAY

20TH DEC

Join us for one of our special nights - an evening you won’t forget! Enjoy a delicious Christmas Fare meal in our beautifully decorated Fire & Ice suite, and be entertained by the show of your choice and the supporting entertainment. The perfect evening for a party with family, friends and colleagues.

£35.00 PER GUEST To find out more or to book call our

Christmas Planner on: 01952 422992 or email: telfordevents@qhotels.co.uk

The Bridge Inn Lower Bar, Newport TF10 7BJ

T: 01952 324481 www.thebridgenewport.co.uk

Selection of local real ales, bottled Belgium beer, craft beer and 25 gins. Freshly prepared, home cooked food, using local suppliers.

Daily

Specials Board Large selection of fish dishes & gluten free dishes

Always a Warm Welcome

Bar Opening Times:

Wednesday to Sunday 12-3pm & 4.30pm-Midnight Monday and Tuesday 4.30 till closing

Good Quality Local Food Served:

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Recipe

SALTED CARAMEL, CHOCOLATE & CHILLI TARTLETS It may sound like an unusual combination but a hint of fiery chilli complements a rich chocolate dessert perfectly. Serve with a spoonful of thick cream or Greek yogurt for a really indulgent dessert. Makes 6 Ready in 1 hour

INGREDIENTS: • Flour, for dusting • 250g ready-made sweet shortcrust pastry • 260g jar salted caramel sauce • 25g unsalted butter • 100g dark chocolate, broken into pieces • 1 small red chilli, deseeded and chopped (see Tip) • Shredded fresh basil leaves, to decorate (optional) • Icing sugar, for dusting

1. Lightly dust a work surface with flour and roll out the pastry to about 3mm thickness. Use to line six 10cm tartlet tins. Prick the bases with a fork and chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 200°C/fan 180°C/gas mark 6. 2. Line each tartlet tin with a circle of baking paper and fill with baking beans. Bake blind in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes. Remove the beans and paper and bake the tarts for a further 4-5 minutes until the pastry is crisp and pale golden. Leave to cool completely, then remove the pastry cases from the tins and place on a board. 3. Divide the salted caramel sauce between the cold tartlet pastry cases, smoothing the surfaces level with the back of a teaspoon. Chill in the fridge for 30 minutes. 4. Place the butter and chocolate in a heatproof bowl set over a pan of simmering water and leave until melted. Remove the bowl from the heat and stir the mixture until smooth. Cool for 20 minutes then spread over the salted caramel filling. Chill for 1 hour or until set. 5. To serve, sprinkle the chopped chilli pepper over the set chocolate topping and scatter over the shredded basil (if using). Dust with icing sugar.

TIP Blanch the chopped chilli pepper in boiling water for 1 minute, then refresh under cold water and pat dry with kitchen paper. This will remove a little of the fiery heat from the chilli. If you prefer, replace the fresh chopped chilli with a sprinkle of dried chilli flakes.

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT

THE

WHITE HOUSE HOTEL MUXTON

Wellington Road, Muxton, Telford TF2 8NG

T: 01952 603603 £27.50

(available everyday) 2 Succulent Prime Rump Steaks with a Bottle of House Wine

Earn points as you dine with us and receive future discount

Food Served: 12pm - 9:30pm 7 days a week

2 Steaks and Wine for ONLY

Loyalty Points Scheme

MONDAY NIGHT MANIA

£7 MAIN COURSE

£3 Starter • £3 Sweet

You choose how many courses Served in the bar or restaurant between 5pm & 8pm every Monday night. Please book to avoid any disappointment

Visit our website to view our latest menu

www.whhotel.co.uk

OPEN from 10am for breakfast

Special Offer

10% OFF your food bill

62 High Street Newport TF10 7AQ

Food served 10-3pm

Freshly prepared homemade food available from 10am till 3pm, including healthy options, sharing platters and small appetites selection

(T&C's apply - Discount applies when ordering off the main menu, excludes drinks and any other offers. Valid until 30th November - please mention this advert)

Fish Supper Friday

T: 01952 820 810 Ideal venue for Birthdays, Parties, Christenings, Wakes, etc.. Free Wi-fi • Disabled Access Baby Changing Facilities • Pool Table

£6.50

including hot or soft drink

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Restaurant Review

FINDING THE BEST PLACES TO EAT IN AND AROUND SHROPSHIRE The Coach House Norbury

Bishop's Castle, Shropshire SY9 5DX

T: 01588 650846

The Coach House Norbury is located in the picturesque countryside close to the small town of Bishops Castle in the South Shropshire Hills, about 45 minutes’ drive from Telford. The 18th-century country inn is full of rustic charm and character with logburning fires and traditional beamed ceilings. The restaurant is impeccably furnished with dark wooden tables and chairs in the dining areas and if you want to enjoy a drink before or after your meal there’s a lounge area with comfy leather sofas and armchairs to stop and relax a while. On arrival we were greeted by the Manager Ben Wiseman and were shown through to our table in the restaurant. After browsing the extensive wine list we both chose a glass of Sauvignon, there is plenty of choice with 12 wines available by the glass, a carafe or the bottle. While we looked through the menus we were brought an appetiser of Humous with Parsnip Crisps. We were also served delicious homemade sourdough bread with salted butter. The menus are simple, offering a choice of 3 starters, 3 mains and 3 desserts which made selecting our choices nice and easy. Whilst waiting for our starters we were served an amuse bouche, which was Bishop Castle beetroot with truffle oil, beetroot ketchup and Hay on Wye cheese. The cheese had a lovely strong flavour and was delicious with the delicate cubes of beetroot. For starter Nik chose the Guinea Fowl (£8) and I ordered the Jerusalem Artichoke - velouté, toasted hazelnut and crispy sage (£7). Nik said, ‘The pressed cylinder of white guinea fowl meat was light and fresh with a hint of gaminess. The mushrooms three ways were a nice touch, with super delicate carpaccio of field mushroom, a pan-fried cep and a light mild mushroom puree. The blackberries added a nice sharpness to the dish." After my dish was served the waitress then poured over the warm velouté. The soft pieces of artichoke, crunchy hazelnuts and crispy sage gave a great

FOOD & ENTERTAINMENT mix of flavours and textures and with the light creamy velouté sauce this dish was absolutely amazing!

the blackberry segments delivered the final hint of sharpness. We ordered a pot of Hundred House coffee and petit fours to finish our meal. We had a chunk each of creamy white chocolate fudge and a small scoop of cinnamon ice cream, a great end to such a splendid meal.

For mains Nik decided on the Grouse roasted on the crown, confit leg, beetroot, chard, plum compote and game sauce (£21). I selected the Halibut - pomme purée, roasted king oyster mushrooms, baby onions with white, caper and chive sauce (£19). The halibut was bright white and meaty, and pan fried to a lovely golden sear, served with a pomme purée which was silky smooth and creamy, the chopped oyster mushrooms and delicate pearl baby onions added extra depth of flavours. The sauce was wonderfully tasty complimenting all the flavours in the dish. Nik’s Grouse was roasted to perfection retaining a slight pinkness to the crown meat which was very tender with a gamey tang, the confit legs had more of a pronounced kick to the flavour which was wonderful with the sweet plum compote. The dish was completed with beetroot and chard and a light game sauce. For dessert Nik chose the Damson Posset with crunchy oats and toasted hazelnuts (£7). I was tempted by a favourite of mine, Ginger Bread - a black treacle ginger bread with slow cooked ginger ice cream (£7). My soft warm treacle ginger bread was divine, it was drizzled in a luxurious warm butterscotch sauce and the creamy homemade ginger ice cream soon started to melt – a really great dessert which I thoroughly enjoyed. Nik’s Damson Posset was incredibly light and fluffy and had a perfect balance of sweet sharpness. The toasted oats, hazelnuts gave a lovely satisfying crunch against the super light posset and

Chef Harry Bullock is Shropshire born and bred and likes to make the most of the amazing local suppliers that we have available in Shropshire, using seasonal ingredients and local artisanal producers. Harry is an exceptionally talented chef and previously worked in a Michelin star restaurant in Ludlow. The Coach House holds both the Visit England and the AA Breakfast Award, as well as a GOLD award from the AA for Restaurant with Rooms. They are extremely proud to also hold 2 AA Rosettes for Culinary Excellence. If you would like to stay over there are 7 rooms available which start from £89 and includes a sumptuous Shropshire breakfast for two. Pets are welcome in the bar and some rooms are pet friendly too, so feel free to bring your dog along with you. Taster Nights have become very popular and the next one will be held on the 12th October at a pop-up night at No.11, Fish Street in Shrewsbury. There will be a 7 course taster menu which is £60pp. At the restaurant there is also a game taster evening planned on the 15th November and a taster evening on the 15th December – please call or email The Coach House for more details or to book. We were blown away by the quality of the food and will be sure to return again, we would love to make a night of it next time by staying over in one of their elegant rooms.

Reviewed by Fleur & Nik Abel

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Avoid Tech Horrors

THIS HALLOWEEN

What to do with a watery phone and how to protect your photos... Not everything that goes bump in the night is a ghost or a ghoul. Sometimes it’s a crucial bit of kit getting damaged. Unfortunately no piece of technology lasts forever, any device can be stolen or damaged and any digital file can be deleted or corrupted. If it contains something that really matters to you – your priceless family photos or home videos, perhaps, or your university dissertation, or the book that’s going to make you a superstar – then any problems could be catastrophic.

So how do you prevent problems from becoming Halloween horrors? The first thing to do is to ensure that you have more than one copy of anything important. For example, if you store all your photos on your phone you should make sure you have copies of all of them on your PC too: if your phone was to be stolen and you didn’t have backups of your photos, they’d be gone forever. You can also use online services such as Apple’s iCloud or Google Photos to store your snaps on Apple or Google’s computers. Other services from the likes of Flickr and DropBox can do the same. That means if you lose your phone or PC, you can still download the photos to a different phone or PC later. Those services aren’t just limited to photos, either. You can use them to store and share documents of any kind.

A really good way to have backups is to get an external hard disk. If you have a recent PC or Mac you have USB 3.0 ports, which are much faster than the USB 2.0 ports in older computers. That means you can take advantage of super-speedy USB 3.0 drives. You don’t need to spend much to get a good one: for example, Toshiba’s Canvio Basics is currently £44.99 for 1TB of space, more than enough for even the biggest photo library. Even a massive drive such as the 4TB WD My Passport is less than £100.

There are other ways to copy files, such as USB sticks and DVD discs (if your computer has a DVD burner), but we wouldn’t recommend them. USB sticks aren’t really made to last and they’re easy to lose, while DVD discs take ages to burn, don’t have much storage capacity and aren’t particularly well-suited to long term storage. So far we’ve talked about prevention. What about cure? One of the most common computer, tablet or phone disasters is a liquid spill. If that happens to you, turn the device off immediately and if it’s a laptop, turn it upside down so the keyboard is facing down. Whatever you do, don’t turn it back on until you’re sure it’s completely dry inside. If it isn’t, you could cause a short-circuit that’ll ruin the computer. Have you heard the one about putting a phone in a sealed bag of rice? That works, because the rice draws out the moisture – but it takes at least two days to work. As with laptops, keep the phone off until it’s completely dry.

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Sing, Dance, Laugh, Drink and Eat It’s all happening at Hadley Park over the next few months and there’s something for everyone! ‘The

For families and film fanatics alike, come along to , a tribute to the blockbuster hit The Greatest Showman. The movie is based on magic, passion, crazy and wacky acts which will all unfold at Hadley Park on Saturday 13th October. Completely different from a normal tribute night, this will be the ultimate family event. There’ll be Acrobats, Fire Acts, Stilt Walkers, brilliantly choreographed dance routines, authentic costumers and a medley of sing-along hits! Over 18’s £35pp, 12-18 yrs £25 and under 12’s £17.50. Tables of 10 entitled to 1 free space.

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Get your gin glass at the ready as making a Hadley Park debut is – the Midlands’ leading Gin Raconteur on Friday 26 October 2018 at 7:30pm. Whether you’re a die-hard gin fan or not, the evening will be a great way to convert those who are not as partial to the juniper berried spirit. There’ll be a chance to taste four boutique gin and tonic combinations with a tutored tasting by the highly knowledgeable Gintleman. And whilst trying the gins, enjoy a light canapé buffet too for £25pp.

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AT HADLEY PARK

The Faulty Towers Dining Experience

is back! A ‘hilarious’, ‘outrageously funny’ evening where you’ll be served a 3-course meal by Basil, Sybil and Manuel. There’ll be plenty of laughs and audience participation in the five-star immersive show – a show that’s never the same, because it’s 70% improvised. It’s great for comedy and theatre fans and to anyone who fancies an unforgettable meal and hugely good time. The Faulty Towers Team are at Hadley Park for two nights on Friday 9th and Saturday 10th November from £45pp. Once the calendar flips to December, Hadley Park House Hotel is a hive of activity. As well as the traditional Christmas lunches, dinners and special festive afternoon tea, Christmas Day lunch and New Year’s Eve spectacular, the hotel is hosting party nights and Cabaret Evenings. Ed Sheeran, Amy Winehouse, Neil Diamond, One Man Rat Pack and Sounds of Motown are all set to make an appearance too (well, their doppelgangers are!). Hadley Park House Hotel is offering special overnight accommodation rates. Stay over in one of the hotel’s beautiful four-star bedrooms for just £89 per double room, which includes a full freshly cooked Shropshire breakfast too. To find out more visit www.hadleypark.co.uk/events and to book call the hotel direct on 01952 677269.

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Christmas and New Year at Patshull Park CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHTS Three course meal and disco until 1.00am (special accommodation rates also included).

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CHRISTMAS DAY LUNCH

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£90.00 per adult, £45.00 per child

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NEW YEARS EVE A welcome drink on arrival, gala buffet, entertainment from the ‘Theatre Collective’ Group and disco until 2.00am.

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Want to Save for Your Children?

WHAT ARE THE OPTIONS?

unlike other savings accounts aimed at children, you will not have access to the money once it has been deposited. Your child is able to manage their own account from the age of 16, however. Junior ISAs are protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) up to a value of £85,000 per institution, as long as the account is held with a UK-regulated provider. • This tax year (2018/19) the savings limit is £4,260 for each account. • There is no tax to pay on the interest or investment returns in a Junior ISA.

Friendly Society tax-exempt plan

A child tax-exempt savings plan offers a guaranteed minimum tax-free lump sum at the end of the term from a share-based investment fund. This type of account is designed for saving over a relatively long period of time – usually 10-25 years.

Putting money aside for your children is a great way to offer them a little security as they get older. You do not need to save a huge amount – even a few pounds each week adds up to a nice little nest egg over time.

The proceeds could be used for significant future outlays such as university fees, or perhaps the deposit on a house, but your child needs to be over the age of 16 to receive the cash balance. • You can currently save £270 a year if you make ad hoc deposits, or £25 a month if it is on a regular basis. • Charges vary between Friendly Societies so it is worth shopping around.

You can teach younger children good money management skills by offering a little more pocket money as long as they save the extra amount. If they are old enough, get them involved in choosing a savings account and physically putting the money into it each month.

NS&I Premium Bonds

Ad hoc saving

This is an engaging way to make saving interesting to children, and you can help them make reinvestment/spending decisions if they win money in the draw. All winnings are tax-free, and to a young child even the smallest prize of £25 is a substantial amount.

You do not need to save regularly to make a difference, however – you could put some money away as and when it is available if that suits you better, and move it around if a better interest rate comes up.

Premium Bonds are an easy and very popular way to save money for a child. Instead of earning interest, each £1 bond you purchase has its own number that is entered into a prize draw each month and could win between £25 and £1 million.

The money is likely to come in very handy when it is time to pay for driving lessons, or a first holiday abroad with their friends. It is helpful to be aware of the different types of accounts and investments available, so what are some of the options when it comes to saving for your children?

• You need to buy a minimum of £100 in Premium Bonds, with the maximum amount that can be held being £50,000.

Piggy bank

You can set up a pension fund for your child and transfer it to them when they reach the age of 18. Starting a child pension offers a little stability when they become an adult, and gives them a valuable head start in their retirement savings.

Saving into a piggy bank is so simple, and a great idea for younger children. You might be surprised how much can be saved this way, and not only that, it teaches young children more than one important life lesson. Learning to take responsibility for putting money away safely, the value of money, and the fact that you have to save for the things you want from life are all important factors. • It is a straightforward way to save. • You can teach a young child the value of each coin.

Junior ISA

There are two types of ISA for children – a Cash Junior ISA, and a Stocks and Shares Junior ISA. They are available if your child is under-18 and living in the UK, and you can open one or both types of account. The money in a Junior ISA belongs to your child and is locked away until their 18th birthday, when the account upgrades to an adult ISA. This is a key feature of this type of saving, as

• Prizes totalling more than £2million are paid out each month.

Child pension

• The government tops up each contribution you make into a pension by 25% (up to a total of £2,880 in 2018/19), which considerably increases its overall value over time. • You can still contribute more than £2,880, but it will not attract the government’s top-up. However you decide to put money aside for your child, your attitude to risk may guide the decision as to whether to save or invest. You will also need to consider any fees and charges if you decide that investing is the preferable option. www.moneyadviceservice.org.uk/en/articles/childrenssavings-options www.gov.uk/junior-individual-savings-accounts

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Free Will Writing Service Parry Carver Solicitors are supporting Midlands Air Ambulance Charity’s Free Will Writing Service, which is available for those aged 55 and over. Whether you are looking to make your first Will or update an existing one, it’s important that you properly plan your financial affairs to ensure your loved ones are looked after. Talk to us at Parry Carver today about having your Will written for free, for that extra peace of mind.

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Lifetime ISA's Whilst many first-time buyers are now familiar with the Help-to-Buy ISA since its introduction, very few people are aware of the Lifetime ISA that may also be used for additional support when purchasing a property for the first time. The Lifetime ISA scheme was launched in 2017; however, very little attention was brought to it and even now, one year later, very few potential purchasers are aware of its existence and the benefits that it may provide. Trainee Solicitor, Mike Anson who is based at the Telford office of Terry Jones Solicitors, comments, “So how can the Lifetime ISA assist those looking to get their foot on the property ladder? The overall idea is that account-holders receive a 25% bonus for each tax year on everything that is paid in to the ISA. Naturally, with this level of return there is a limit to what can be deposited and the overall cap on this amount is £4,000.00 per year. This £4,000.00 can be invested steadily over the course of 12 months, or a lump-sum transfer can be made. With the potential to receive a £1,000.00 tax-free bonus for each year, saving for a first home with a Lifetime ISA can be extremely rewarding for those who are aware of the scheme. The government aims to ensure that this scheme remains open to as many people as possible; therefore, the criteria for opening and

(LISAs)

benefitting from a Lifetime ISA remains fairly non-restrictive. To open a Lifetime ISA account one must be between the ages of 18 and 40 and, to benefit as a first-time buyer, must have never owned a property anywhere in the world. This does include property outside of the UK and will also catch out individuals who acquired a share in a property via an inheritance, even if this property was immediately sold and residency was never taken up. Also, as the scheme is to help struggling first-time buyers, the maximum purchase price of the property for the bonus to remain valid is £450,000.00 and the property cannot be a Buy-to-Let investment. If you have paid in to the Lifetime ISA and the property that you are purchasing does not qualify, then withdrawal of your funds from the scheme will carry a 25% withdrawal penalty. As an added criteria, the Lifetime ISA must have been open for at least one year prior to withdrawal of funds from the account.

Mike Anson

It isn’t all bad news if you do have a Lifetime ISA but cannot use this towards your first property purchase, as the benefit of the Lifetime ISA is that it can also be used to save for retirement. At Terry Jones Solicitors we have assisted numerous purchasers who have used both the Help-to-Buy ISA and the Lifetime ISA scheme and will gladly assist with any queries that readers may have with reference to the same.” Terry Jones Solicitors have offices in Shrewsbury, Telford, Newport and Bridgnorth. To contact them please email enquiries@ terry-jones.co.uk or ring Mike Anson on 01952 297979.

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Finance

HOW TO SAVE AND MAKE MONEY AT UNIVERSITY Save by standing order Once you’re used to budgeting, and know how much you’re likely to spend each month, it’s worthwhile transferring a minimum amount to a savings account via monthly standing order. Even small amounts add up over the course of a year, and you can always save more money if you have any spare.

Ways to make money at university Get a part-time job The obvious way to make money at university for most students is to get a job part-time. Retail, catering, and hospitality are just three areas where you could pick up a part-time job with fixed hours that fits in with your studies. Although you may need to forsake some evenings and weekends, payday could make it worthwhile to miss out on a few social occasions.

One of the trickiest but most important parts of university life is managing your money. Budgeting for food, clothes, nights out, books and study materials can be overwhelming at first, but there are ways you can help yourself. Here are a few tips to help you spend less, save more, and earn money at university, so you can stop worrying about finances and make the most of this precious time in your life.

Ways to save money at university Make use of technology All you need is your mobile phone to save money as a university student. There are apps to help you save on food, that show you how to budget, and that keep an eye on your data usage. Keep your food costs down by making a list of your favourite ingredients, and an app will let you know the cheapest places to buy them locally. You can also track your expenses with a budgeting app. Just type in how much you spend each day, and what you’ve bought – at the end of the month, a report gives you a roundup of where your money is going, so you can adjust your spending if necessary.

Learn how to cook Learning how to cook from scratch is a valuable skill for life, but as food is one of the highest student expenditures, it’s also a vital part of saving money. Apart from the extra cash in your pocket, you can still be sociable without the expense of eating out, impressing your friends with a few gastronomic delights. It’s a good idea to plan your meals ahead and only buy what you need each week, avoiding ready meals if possible, as although they’re convenient, they’re generally bad for your health. Also, stick to buying own-brand products that can usually be found on the lower shelves in supermarkets, where you might not normally look.

Vouchers and coupons It’s surprising how much you can save by using vouchers and coupons, but you do need to be organised and be ready to snap them up online. You may be able to save even more as a university student, as stores often offer additional student discounts on certain items.

Another idea for part-time work, and one that’s a little more flexible, is mystery shopping. You sign up with a mystery shopping agency, or directly with an independent company, and get paid for checking the level of service provided in their outlets. You’ll need to ask certain questions in-store, and then write up and submit a report online within a certain deadline. You may also be asked to mystery shop by phone or email.

Online work With so many online moneymaking and work opportunities available, you can earn more than just ‘pocket money.’ Taking surveys is a great way to do this, with Swagbucks, Toluna and YouGov being just a few sites offering money and vouchers for taking part in surveys and questionnaires. You can also sell clothes and unwanted belongings online to make some cash – Shpock and eBay are popular for this, and you also get to declutter your student accommodation.

Starting a small business The upsurge of the gig economy means you can put your talents to good use by freelancing, or starting your own small business. If you’re good at web design, writing, or even tutoring other students, there are plenty of opportunities to advertise your skills online or within the university campus. Freelance marketplaces such as People Per Hour and Upwork match freelancers with people or businesses looking for someone to complete a project. By signing up, you can search for jobs in your skill set, and build up a portfolio of work over your time at university.

Promotion work and flyers

Handing out flyers around campus and promoting club nights or events on the streets of your university town can earn you some extra money, but be sure to find out whether you’re working on a commission or a ‘per hour’ basis. If you’re sociable and good at marketing, you could even apply to become an on-campus ‘brand ambassador’ for a household brand name. You might be able to organise your own promotions and events for the brand, and make a name for yourself in marketing.

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Pension Advice Morning Retirement is one financial decision that you must get right as it will impact your long term future.

Over your working life you may have changed jobs and each time you start a new position it comes with a large amount of pension paperwork. This paperwork can be confusing and for some people a little hard to understand – but don’t worry, you’re not alone. That is why we are going to be holding our very first pension session at our brand new office in Stafford Park, to help answer any questions you may have about your pensions or retirement.

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With such financial decisions it is crucial to understand the risks involved as the value of pensions and the income they produce can fall as well as rise so you may get back less than you invested. At Pensionlite our experienced advisers understand the current marketplace and legislation enabling them to confidently answer your questions. If you decide that you need advice, a free initial review meeting can be arranged. Our full advice process will be explained to you and you decide if you wish to proceed. This is a chance for you to come in and speak to one of our expert advisers who will sit down and discuss your current financial situation in a confidential and comfortable environment.

It could be that you have a number of pensions and would like to find the most efficient way to manage them.

If you would like to book an appointment then you can do so by either calling us 01952 279379 or emailing support@ pensionlite.co.uk

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House prices on the rise!

A look at the Telford property scene with James Carlon

The latest Land Registry report into house prices makes for good reading if you own a property in Shropshire.

Certainly, from a local point of view, we are seeing strong demand for property of all types, so it is a great time to get on the market ahead of what is sure to be a busy autumn.

Our area experienced the greatest monthly price rise of anywhere in the country - up by 1.9% to an average value of just over ÂŁ196,000.

For more advice about buying and selling property in Telford, give me a call on 01952 292300.

We are also in the fastest growing region, with an annual economic growth rate of 5.7% - up from 5% in the previous month. The Land Registry House Price Index is a respected indication of how the property market is performing, because it is a true reflection of actual property transactions across the whole market in England and Wales.

How to choose the right tenant... Choosing the right tenant can be a headache for landlords - so how do you go about making sure the arrangement works out for the best? The key thing to think about is matching the right tenant to their ideal kind of property, and there are pros and cons to every type of tenant. Professional couples do tend to look after a property well, but can be difficult to keep as tenants because they will often see a rental property as a short-term commitment. Families with young children can be viewed by some landlords as risky tenants because of the potential for mess or damage, but this is offset by a more long-term

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A look at the Telford lettings market with Dawn Clarke

tenancy. And in actual fact, many of our landlords find that families view their rental property very much as their own home so will look after it as such. Ultimately, the most important thing is for a landlord and letting agent to have a good relationship with their tenant. For more advice about lettings and property management, give me a call on 01952 290163.

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Is it time for a declutter? Lucy Blythe of Nock Deighton in Newport, takes a look at current market trends...

One of the biggest turn-offs for potential buyers when viewing a house is lots of clutter. Piles of children’s toys, books stacked in the corner of a room and clothes piled on the bed are all big no-nos. Instead, a clean, tidy, minimal look can really help your property stand out. But decluttering is not easy, so here are some tips to help you with the challenge.

“One useful idea is to put items which you can’t bear to part with in a box to store at a friend or family’s house and see if you miss it. Chances are, you won’t, your house will be all the more attractive to buyers for it!” For more tips about buying and selling property in Newport, give me a call on 01952 570 222.

Firstly, plan your strategy. Make a list of the rooms in your house and what needs to change in each one. Then prioritise which rooms to tackle first - with the best will in the world, you’ll struggle to do every one! When you have decided on your first room, start by clearing out as much as possible - put it in another room if needs be - and then gradually replace all the necessary items. You will be surprised at how much will be left over! Then you need to be ruthless. Do you REALLY need that sandwich toaster which you haven’t used for a year? 62

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Custom-build Your Own Home House-hunters are being given the opportunity to custom build their own home in a new development being created in the heart of Shropshire.

It’s a really exciting opportunity and we are expecting a lot of interest. I would advise anyone interested to get in touch as soon as possible.

Plots are now available in Holywell Lane, a rural spot near Lightmoor, Telford, with outline planning permission already granted for 17 new homes – which owners can design, plan and construct themselves.

The plots range in price from £84,000 to £185,000, with outline planning permission for up to three, four and five-bedroom detached properties. Work on installing infrastructure on the site is expected to begin in the autumn.

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Nock Deighton’s Land and New Homes Department is marketing the site, and the development is a rare opportunity in a hugely popular area. We are marketing the site on behalf of Potton, which is a specialist company with a national reputation for designing and providing self-build kits for people to build their own home. Specialists from Potton provide the full range of support needed to design and build your home, including design, planning and technical support, as well as linking with project managers and contractors to actually do the work. The Holywell Lane site is surrounded by trees in a rural setting accessed by a private road, so it will be a quiet and secluded development with the added bonus of being in easy reach of Telford Shopping Centre and road links.

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It is a perfect opportunity for anyone who perhaps hasn’t considered a self-build option before because they thought it would be too complicated or costly. The custom-build concept provided by Potton enables people to design their own home with all the support needed every step of the way. We will provide all the expertise and support to purchase the plot, and then you sit down with the specialist advisors at Potton to go through the design guide and start designing your own home – exactly as you want it. It’s really exciting and we are delighted to be part of it. For more information, contact the Nock Deighton Telford office on 01952 292300 or email telford@nockdeighton.co.uk

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As late summer fades imperceptibly into early autumn, it can be sad to see much-loved and once fantastic-looking beds, borders, pots and planters start to look a little worse for wear. It may be all part of the natural part of gardening, but it certainly makes me feel a bit gloomy. If it is having the same effect on you, why not treat yourself to some late summer and early autumn colour in a pot, planter or, better still, a window box? That protected spot close to the house should help to ensure that everything keeps on and on performing for as long as possible… There are many different sizes and styles to choose from, from woven willow to classic hardwood and urban chic aluminium, and in just about every conceivable colour too. But whatever you go for make sure it’ll fit easily on to the window sill and won’t be too heavy! Take time to choose one that will suit the style of your house, fit all the plants you’d like to include, not weigh too much and is within budget. There are lots of plants that’ll work – some of my favourites are hardy Gerberas (these do need a good warm, sunny spot), variegated ivies and the wacky, compact Crassula with fleshy foliage and stems studded with dusky pink flowers. But take time perusing the local garden centres or nurseries for the combination that makes YOUR heart sing. Some window boxes have impermeable liners, so if this is the case add an inch or so of horticultural grit or gravel to provide drainage – then if you do overwater (or it rains too much) the excess water will be less likely to sit around the roots and cause the plants to suffer or even die off completely. If you’re trying to keep weight to a minimum then use broken up polystyrene from bedding plants or the packaging around

A good quality multipurpose compost is perfect for a temporary planting like this, but if you intend to remove any shorter lived or nonhardy plants such as the gerberas and replace them with other hardy, seasonal stunners later in the year then you may be better off using a 50:50 mixture of a loam-based compost and a multi-purpose one. I find that this 50:50 mix allows for better stability from the weight and texture of the loam, combined with better aeration and drainage from the multi-purpose compost. Just fill the window box about half full with compost, gently firming it, but make sure you don’t compact it or else the plants won’t get their roots down so well. Next it’s the fun and inventive bit as you get the plants into position. If you are including trailing plants like variegated ivies, place them where you can enjoy their full glory by cascading them over the edges of the window box – this looks fantastic and adds to the apparent size of the display without adding significantly to the weight of the container. A larger plant like the Crassula gives a good focal point, and then why not add some dizzy colour like the ever-smiling gerberas to flank the central plant? Gently move the plants about until you’re happy with how they look, then fill in gaps between the root balls with more compost, firming gently with your fingers to ensure there’s no subsidence later on. Once you’re totally happy, water the box well using a watering can with the rose in place, so imitating rainfall. A stunning window box along these lines can be created in well under half an hour. Make sure it is secured properly on the window sill – and remember that you’ll need to be able to open the window (or access the box from outside) in order to keep it adequately watered during drier weather. As well as regular watering (often all the more necessary due to the ‘rain shadow’ effect from the roof or eaves), the window box will benefit from occasional feeding with high-potash feed and of course will need to be regularly dead-headed! Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening items: Nemaslug, green controls for leatherjackets, chafer grubs, ants and greenfly, plus garden plant supports, raised bed kits, Easy-Tunnels, gardening tools, Grower Frames, signed books and more! Or why not book Pippa for a gardening talk?

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Beautiful Bulbs Why not make your house all the more special this winter with some colourful bowls of bulbs, perhaps with some gorgeous perfume too? You can buy readyplanted bowls of bulbs later in the year, but act now for a stunning display at a fraction of the price. The best bulbs are those described as ‘prepared’, which means they will flower well, reliably and uniformly indoors. Although often pricier they are still great value, as results with standard bulbs may be unpredictable. I like to use prepared hyacinths, but I have bowls of non-prepared bulbs too.

Visit your local garden centre now and you should see a good array of bulbs for sale, plus all the other things you need. Special bulb bowls are a good buy, and are available in many colours. They’re like huge soup bowls, but in plastic or china, and have no drainage holes. You can use normal flower pots, but put a fully waterproof container or saucer beneath each pot to protect your furniture. Bulb fibre or special compost formulated for indoor bulb planting performs better in containers without drainage, but is more expensive, and you can use standard multi-purpose compost if you wish. Hyacinths for forcing are available in many shades, but use a single colour in any one container as there is often some variation in flowering times between the colours, and ideally you want all the flowers out simultaneously. Specially prepared crocus, paperwhite narcissus and some other daffodil types are also available. You can create a low-cost bowl with a large bag of inexpensive dwarf narcissus, such as ‘Tete-a-Tete’. Crocuses also work well.

Fill your bowl about one third full of compost for larger bulbs to one half full for smaller bulbs. Firm the compost gently and position the bulbs pointed end uppermost. They can be quite closely packed, but not so they touch each other or the sides of the bowl. Nestle the bulbs gently into the compost and then top up with compost so that just the noses are poking out. Water the compost lightly until moist but not waterlogged. Cover the bowls loosely with a black bin liner and put them in a cool, dark place so that the bulbs can form good root systems. Check the bowls every week or so and apply a little more water if necessary. Bring the bowls out into the daylight once the shoots are about 2-3cm tall, which usually takes 3-5 weeks. Put them in a cool spot with plenty of natural daylight, where the shoots will continue to grow and develop a healthy green colour; they will now need a little more water. Put your bulb bowl in a warmer room once the flower buds start to colour up. For a really smart look, cover the compost with some moss or tie a seasonal ribbon around the bowl. Visit Pippa’s website www.pippagreenwood.com and you’ll find some great gardening items: stylish cloches, tunnels, the fantastic SpeedHoe, plant supports, raised bed kits, Easy-Tunnels, gardening tools, Grower Frames, signed books and more! Or why not book Pippa for a gardening talk at your gardening club?

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Planning a kitchen Deciding where the sink will go is often a good way to start when designing a kitchen. Then place the main food preparation area between the sink and the hob, making sure that this worktop space is large enough to serve up a meal, and has plenty of power points nearby for mixers/blenders and other small appliances. Try to put the dishwasher near the sink, too. Depending on your type of hob/cooker, you may need to place it against an exterior wall or chimney for easy extraction. As for the fridge, it’s a nice idea to position it, if you can, at the end of a run of cupboards so that other members of the family can get to it without disturbing the cook.

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A great kitchen is more than just a place to cook, but can also be the hub of the home. Good looks are important, but function is vital, especially when trying to maximise space. The key to success is plenty of research and careful planning. The starting point for any kitchen design is to ask yourself lots of questions. First, who will use the room, and how – family meals, lots of entertaining or just the occasional microwave dinner? And what about other activities – homework, watching TV, doing the laundry? Do you have lots of kitchen gadgets, and will you keep them on worktops or in cupboards? Do you prefer solid or glass-fronted cupboards, or open shelves? Will you have some unfitted elements, such as a dresser or sideboard? Would you prefer built-in or free-standing appliances? As you gather the answers to these questions, a bigger picture should start to emerge. You may even wish to start a scrapbook of images (you can do this online as well as on paper) and sketch out a scaled plan of the kitchen on graph paper. Be sure to mark in the position of doors, windows, radiators and power points, and experiment with different layouts to suit the space available (see below). Next, start thinking about colour, pattern and texture, and how to co-ordinate cupboards with worktops, flooring, lighting and tiling. Don’t forget the sink and taps, as well as details such as knobs and handles, the splashback and window treatments. Now is the time for research, research and more research. Look at magazines and websites for ideas, ask friends and family what works or doesn’t work in their own kitchens, and visit every showroom within reach. When comparing retailers’ prices, check exactly what’s included – design and planning, disposal of existing fittings, plumbing and electrical work, associated building work, fitting flooring, tiling, carpentry – and whether or not there is a guarantee or after-sales service. Finally, don’t skimp on fitting. Poor fitting really shows, whereas a really good fitter can make even an average kitchen look truly fabulous.

The underlying principle of good kitchen design is that of the ‘work triangle’, where you can move easily between the cooker, sink and fridge. The best way to ensure this is to draw a floor plan with lines connecting each point on the triangle, and avoid placing any obstructions (such as tall units) between them. The theory goes that the most efficient length for each side of the triangle is a double-arm span (about two metres), however large your kitchen space is in total. In practice, this doesn’t always work, but aim to leave uninterrupted space between the areas you use the most.

Kitchen layouts Single line The only option if you have to site your kitchen along one wall. Place the sink between the fridge and hob, and try to maximise the length of work surface, fitting built-in appliances below and wall units above. Galley In a narrow kitchen that ends in a window or dead end, you can fit a line of units and appliances along each side. When well designed, this can be extremely convenient, though it is best for a one- or two-person home. U-shaped Efficient, and gives plenty of storage and working space, but only possible if you have stretches of wall on three sides. In a large room, be wary of having to walk too far from one side to the other. L-shaped Useful in a square or rectangular kitchen, especially if you need space for a table. It works well if two people are likely to be using the kitchen at the same time. Plan the corner carefully to avoid a clash of doors. Peninsula Add a unit at right angles to one end of a U- or L-shaped kitchen, and you have a peninsula. Very handy as a breakfast bar or extra work surface that can be accessed from both sides. Island An island gives extra storage and work space, and sometimes an eating area, too. Don’t design an island that’s so big you can’t reach its centre, and plan the rest of the room carefully so that you are not constantly walking round and round.

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Overstuffed filing drawers, bulging boxes of payslips, tax records, bank statements and invoices that go back years. Sounds familiar? We’re all guilty of hoarding personal documents, many of them kept just in case we need to refer to them again in future. However, in many cases the paperwork we hold is probably so outdated that it’s not worth keeping. It’s hard to know exactly how long we’re supposed to keep our documents, and – when they are out of date – how to dispose of them safely. Here are some essential tips for handling and processing your personal documentation.

Which documents should I keep, and for how long? The tips below are based on guidance provided by trusted organisations such as the Citizen’s Advice Bureau and HMRC, but there are no hard and fast rules. For instance, if you are self-employed and claiming expenses, you might need to keep some of your documents for a longer period. Bank, credit card and loan statements: according to moneysaving guru Martin Lewis, these should be retained for at least six years. However, he recommends keeping them as long as possible just in case there’s another mis-selling scandal, like the recent PPI affair. Utility bills: it’s probably worth holding on to these for 12 months, as this allows you to keep track of what you actually use. Receipts and warranties: you should keep hold of important receipts for six years, but warranties can be disposed of after the date they expire. Insurance documents: don’t throw old policy documents away if there’s a chance someone may make a retrospective claim against you. Alternatively, if your policy insured you against injury at work, you may be able to claim after the policy has elapsed, provided you can prove your medical issue relates to the time in question. P45s and payslips: HMRC recommends that individuals keep tax-related paperwork such as payslips and P45s for at least twenty-two months from the end of the relevant tax year. Medical records: any documents you hold relating to your medical history should be kept indefinitely. Your GP will also hold this information but there may be times (for example, if you’re applying for travel insurance) when you’ll need dates and details of medical treatments. Personal documents: these include birth and marriage certificates, National Insurance certificates, court orders and decrees, deeds, copies of wills, share certificates, motor vehicle documents and mortgage papers. Such documents should be stored securely and kept forever.

Don’t throw your identity out with the rubbish Earlier this year a concerned neighbour on the Doddington Estate in Wandsworth, London, stopped to film three people rifling through a refuse bin that contained letters and other paperwork. She reported this activity anonymously to the Daily

Mail, warning: “I’ve seen people of all kinds going through the bins before, so I’ve become more and more concerned about this... I want my friends and neighbours to be aware that this goes on and take the time to destroy any personal information from the letters they are throwing away.” Many criminals are prepared to scavenge through bins and even landfill sites to obtain personal data. Identity theft and incidents involving stolen bank details have become big business for fraudsters, and just one document with one person’s financial information can earn them thousands of pounds. So what’s the best way to dispose of financial documents such as bank statements? Shredding: if you tear up a document by hand, the chances are that a criminal could still put it together like a jigsaw. Shredding is a much safer option and you can buy a cheap, hand-operated shredder from around £10.99 upwards. The safest types of shredder are the ‘cross-cut’ or ‘micro-cut’ varieties, which cut in two directions rather than one, but they are more expensive. If you have literally hundreds of documents to destroy, you could consider using a commercial shredding service, but be aware that most charge a minimum fee of around £80. Burning: incinerating your documents is a simple solution, but do bear in mind any local authority restrictions if you are planning to light a bonfire. Consider the fire risk and make sure your smoke doesn’t cause nuisance to neighbours. Soaking: you can destroy paper by mulching it in a bucket of water. When it dissolves it should be easy to tear it up, but make sure it’s reduced to an unreadable pulp before throwing it away. It’s ironic that in this digital age, when the ‘paperfree office’ should be a reality, we’re actually using more paper than ever, so by recycling your paper waste you are ultimately helping the environment. Tackling those piles of outdated paperwork will also create more space in your home, as well as ticking off another task on your ‘to do’ list. So what are you waiting for? Don’t delay, start sorting!

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Dahl’s childhood classic is more than 35 years old but still just as funny today. Six well-known fairy stories are reimagined in rhyme, with various twists to the tales and extra helpings of gore. Cinderella’s stepsister has her head chopped off, Red Riding Hood turns out to be a crack shot with a pistol and Jack’s mum gets eaten when she climbs the beanstalk. Great fun for kids and parents alike.

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

Horsehay

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

Ketley

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

Lawley

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

Leegomery

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

Lilleshall

Lilleshall Women’s Institute - Open to all

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

Madeley

Madeley Art Club - meets every Mon (exc. Bank Hols), 9:30am-12 noon @ Jubilee Hall, Madeley - all over 55’s welcome. For more info call Tamara on 01952 680030. Madeley Traditional Market - Tue & Sat – every week, Russell Square. Contact 01952 380934 Life Drawing - every Tuesday 7pm - 9pm at Jubilee House, Madeley. Excellent tutor. For more info. call the WEA 01952 614451 or email telfordcentre@wea.org.uk. 1st Wed each month - Madeley Townswomen Guild meets 7.30pm at the Common Room, Bridle Court, Bridle Rd. Madeley, TF7 5SG Contact 01952 878069.

Muxton

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

Newport

U3A Newport - meet the 3rd Tue of each month at The Royal British Legion Club, Audley Road, Newport at 2pm. £1 entry to include refreshments, Members and visitors are most welcome to come along. Please visit our website to find out more. Beaumaris Singers - New members welcome. We are a chamber choir of around 20 voices. We meet every Tuesday at 7.15pm during term time at Cosy Hall, Newport. For more information call David 07710 005050 or visit our website www.beaumarissingers.org Newport Rotary Lite - We’re an active, informal and mixed club focused on doing things to help the community in Newport and beyond. Message us through Facebook - Newport Shrops Rotary Lite. Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 4.15-5.30pm at Newport Cricket Club (Ages 2-12), Email: natalie@ cookstars.co.uk Childrens Cooking Classes - Every Monday (term time) 6.30-8.15pm at Burton Borough Home Ec Room (Ages 10-17), Email: natalie@cookstars.co.uk Gnosall, Newport & District Lions Club. 1st Mon monthly at 8pm - Community Room, Gnosall Fire Station, Wharf Road ST20 0DB. For people interested in helping in the community. Contacts: Pat 01785 780032 or John 01952 273919. Newport Writers' Circle meet on 2nd Wed of month (except Aug), 10.30am in the library. New members welcomed. A friendly group who share their stories in a warm and welcoming way. Contact Mark Pearce on 01952 550557 or email markpearce17@ hotmail.com for more info. Newport (SALOP) and District Male Voice Choir - seeking new members for well established friendly choir, meet 7.30pm on Mondays at Trinity Church Wellington Rd Newport. Novices are welcome, come along for a taster session. You do not to be a Tom Jones, just someone who can hold a note and fit in to the choir. For more infor visit our website, or call 01952 813267. Newport Afternoon Guild meet on the 1st Wed 2-4pm at the Cosy Hall in Newport. Call 01952 825 287 for further infomation. Newport Bridge Academy - Meet Mondays 7pm at Royal Naval Association, Bellmans

Yard, Newport. All standards welcome very friendly club. Expert tuition every week from EBU Grand master & qualified teacher, followed by duplicate bridge. Easy parking and tea/coffee included. Please call Grahame on 07541 048785 or Bob on 07907 887010 or email newport.bridge. academy@outlook.com Newport Bridge Club meet Tue & Thu 7pm at The Hub St Mary Street Newport. We welcome duplicate bridge players of all standards. Interested? Come and join us. Call 01952 814474 for more details or e-mail info@newport-bridge-club.co.uk The Dalen Singers is a small, friendly, mixed voice choir founded 30 years ago in Newport. Rehearsals on Tue evenings, 7pm at Trinity Church, Wellington Road, Newport. If you would like to meet us just come to rehearsals, you will be very welcome, or ring secretary 01952 811741 for more information. Cygnus Book Club – Come along and join a friendly group as we discuss a spiritual book or theme of the month – all whilst enjoying drinks and cake! Contact Romella 07894 812440 Used Toner Cartridges - Shrewsbury Music Therapy Trust are collecting and recycling used printer ink-jet cartridges in order to raise funds to support children with learning difficulties. Drop off in the pharmacy side of Boots in the High Street, Newport. Dressmaking Classes at Cosy Hall, Newport on Thu’s - 10am-12.30pm and 7.309.30pm ‘Saturday Sewing Bee’ 2-5pm, monthly. Details and booking contact Catherine on 01952 276061. catherine@ lovedressmaking.co.uk www.facebook. com/lovedressmaking Toy Library in Cottage Care Centre, Newport, every Friday 9.45-11.30, preschool age. Contact Steve Ravenscroft 01952 811935 or just call in. Newport RNA Club - Excellent venue with warm friendly atmosphere. Function room for hire. Mon - bridge club, Tue - open mic, Wed - pool, Thu - bingo, Fri - dominoes/ quiz nights/live entertainment, Sat - live entertainment. Pay on door. Non-Members £3. 07772 611540 Friends Singles Club, 45+, established in Shropshire, now meeting in Newport. Full details from 07955 851256 or email: singlesfriends18@gmail.com 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 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.

Oakengates

FREE Art and Craft Sessions - at The Wakes, Oakengates - every Thursday 102pm no need to book just turn up, everyone welcome. 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

COMMUNITY & WHATS ON

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 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 01952 461018 during Library open hours.. 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 the end of Nov. on the 1st and 3rd Sats and the 2nd and 4th Thurs 9.30am - noon. Enthusiastic helpers most welcome. Contact 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.

Sheriffhales

St Georges

Social on the 2nd Thursday of each month from 12.30pm to 2.30pm at the Salvation Army Hall in Oakengates. There is a short chair based exercise session followed by refreshments & a chance to chat - open to anyone affected by MS. Branch Helpline number: 07866 628593. Boys’ Brigade - Tue at Oakengates United Church - 6pm Anchor Boys, 7pm Junior Boys Section. Friday - 7pm Company Section (boys and girls school year 7+). Contact Dave on 07548 574901. Oakengates Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 4th Thu of each month at the United Reform Church at 7pm. Call 01952 261 207 for more info.

Priorslee

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

Shawbirch

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

Shifnal

20th Oct (Sat) - Shaun Vegas as ELVIS - at Shifnal Village Hall. Tickets available from Katrina's or the Live at Home office - £5 Adults. For more info call 01952 879873. 23rd Oct (Tue) - Wrekin U3A. 2pm, Shifnal Village Hall. "Barrow to Baghdad and Back - one man's travels", by author Philip Caine. Visitors welcome £1.50. Details at https:// u3asites.org.uk/wrekin 27th Nov (Tue) - Wrekin U3A. 2pm, Shifnal Village Hall. "The Kilted Tommy in Kitchener's army" a monologue by Simon Waterfield. Visitors welcome £1.50. Details at https://u3asites.org.uk/wrekin Shifnal in Stitches - Informal knitting and crochet group meeting at Odfellows every 3rd Tue of the month, 7-9pm. All ages and all skill levels welcome. Find us on facebook.com/shifnalinstitches or email shifnalinstitches@gmail.com Shifnal Senior Citizens meet every Friday afternoon in the Social Club in Curriers Lane, Shifnal at 2-4pm Membership £6 per year. All Senior Citizens are welcome. Shifnal Tots and Toddlers meet every Thursday 9:15am til 11am in term time at the Youth Club, Bridgnorth Road. Children 4 years and under with their carers welcome. Shifnal Tennis Club - Social play every Mon & Wed 6.30 onwards. New members always welcome including beginners or ‘back to tennis’ , junior coaching available throughout the week. Contact Merill Holt 07762 15270 or Head Coach Ian Gillespie 07761 970759 for juniors. LIVE AT HOME - Support for older people offering friendship and company, activities and entertainment, outings and visits, theatre trips and exercise. Contact Rachel on 01952 879873

Telford & Wrekin Arthritis Support Group, meet monthly at St. George’s Sports & Social Club, Church St. 7.30–9.30pm. Also organize trips with side lift coaches and a 5 days holiday once a year with disabled access. Hydrotherapy sessions Thu 5–7pm, by appt only. For further details contact Mrs. Pat Watkins on 01952 618381. at St Georges Methodist Church: Mon - 4pm Rainbows / 5.45pm Brownies (Contact: 01952 293944) Wed - Snedshill & District Over 60’s Club meet 1pm (T: 618221 - Lois Bull) 1st Wed of every month - St Georges WI meet in the Church Hall at 7pm - contact A. Chetwood 01952 618353 for further details. Thu - 6pm Guides / 7.45pm Morningside Ladies Choir (Contact 01952 619347) Thu - 9:30-11:30am - Little Fishes under 5’s group. For all pre-school children and their carers. Meets in the St Georges Methodist Church Hall. £1.50 per family to include snacks and drinks. Contact Kate on 07976 460777.

Telford - Town Centre

2nd Mar 2019 - Charity Ball. at the Park Inn Telford to raise funds for the National Autistic Society. Drink on arrival, 3 Course set menu meal, 2 Live acts (1 appeared on Britain’s Got Talent), a Prize raffle, a Silent Auction and a disco to end the night with. To book tickets (£25), contact Brad or Charmayne Wynn on 07858 514110/07849 778840 . Craft Fair at Meeting Point House, Southwater - every 2nd Sat of the month (Oct to Dec) - lots of stalls and refreshments - free entry. To hire a table call 01952 292268 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

6th Oct - Telford Railway Modellers Group annual exhibition will be held at Charlton School Sports Hall, Apley Avenue, TF1 3DY from 10am to 4 pm Adults £4,Child £2 13th Oct (Sat) - Telford Stamp, Card and Coin Fair - Belmont Hall, Wellington Centre, Telford, TF1 1LU, 10am to 3pm, free entry, good range of stalls, free valuations, buy and sell, home made refreshments. Free adjacent car park, train station close by, bus via Telford Centre to nearby local bus station. Further details from Richard Camp, Tele: 01952-405458. Telford Stamp and Card Club Meetings - Stamp Club meetings are on the 2nd Monday of each month, 7.30pm to 9.30pm, in the Belmont Hall, Wellington. For more info call Richard Camp on 01952-405458. SPACES available at Wellington Brownies - for girls aged 7-10, Mon 6:30-7:45pm, Wellington Methodist Church - contact Joanne Martin on 01952 254555 Severn Harmony Ladies Barbershop Chorus meets every Monday from 7.30-9.30pm at Wellington Methodist Church,New Street,TF1 1LU for singing and fun. For more info. contact Membership Secretary, Carol Shore on 01952 597851 or 07792 862826. Wellington, the home of The Telfordaires Barbershop Harmony Chorus. For the MALE voice. If you can or can’t sing, just like to try, or need some entertainment for an event. Contact us on 0845 463 1618 Art and Craft fun for toddlers - every Friday at 11am at Wellington Methodist Church. Contact Kirsty on 07741 066858 or kirsty@art4tots.com or visit www.Art4Tots. com for further details. Art for Enjoyment - at Wellington Methodist Church - Tue mornings or afternoons, and now on Thu afternoons as well, 1.30 - 3.30pm. Call Liz Doody, the course tutor for more info. or to book your place on 07970 709116. SUNNYCROFT - 200 Holyhead Road, Wellington. House, gardens and tearoom open Fri-Mon 10.30am-5pm, last admission to house 4pm. Telford Lions Club - Meet on 2nd & 4th Monday each month at 8pm, at the Whitehouse Hotel, Watling Street, Wellington. To find out more about us, our activities and how to join us, t: 0845 833 9585 or email telford.lions@yahoo.com Car boot sale – Every Sunday, Victoria Road and Nailors Row car parks – Contact Tel 01952 380934 U3A Wellington - 2nd Thu of each Month meeting at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington - 2pm. Just come along and see what’s on offer, or visit our website. S.T.A.G.s (Strategic Tactical Adventure Gaming Society) one of the biggest wargaming clubs in the country. Historical as well as Sci/Fanasty wargaming. Open every other Sun from 11am to 15.30pm, first visit is free, we meet at Belmont Hall in Wellington. www.freewebs.com/telford_ stags/ T 01952 417417 Questing Knight Games Wellington Jade Singers ladies choir, meet weekly on Thu evenings 7.30-9.30pm Union Free Church Hall, Constitution Hill, Wellington, TF1 3BA, contact Chris Harris 07941 961461 or email jadesingers@ btinternet.com Wrekin Arts Photographic Club meets every Friday at 8pm at the Belfrey Arts Centre Wellington (Sep to Jun). Details from Sheila Thomas on 01952 617170 or www.wrekinartspc.com Eyton & Wellington WI meet 2nd Wed of every month, 7.30pm at Belmont Hall. Belmont Community Hall in Wellington meet every Fri 11.45am-4pm - Over 50’s, tea, raffle, speakers, bingo etc.. £1.50 entry, also lunch available at £3.50 at 12pm cooked on the premises. All welcome. For further details contact Margaret Atkinson on 01952 877409. The Wellington Girls’ Brigade meet every Tue in term time from 6-8pm at Wellington Methodist Church. All girls welcome from 5yrs+. For more info. call Tracey on 01952 405178. Wellington Evening Townswomen’s Guild meet on the 1st Tue of each month at 7.30pm at Belmont Community Hall, Wellington. Visitors welcome. Call 413686 for more info. Wellington Central Townswomen’s Guild

meet on the 2nd Tue of each month at 2.15pm at the Carvers Close Community Room, Holyhead Rd, Wellington. For more info call 01952 251 364. Eyton & Wellington WI - Meet every 2nd Wed of the month at 7:30pm in the Belmont Hall, Wellington for speakers, friendship and tea & biscuits. Visitors welcome. Call Judi on 01952 411801 for more details. Grace Church Wellington - meets Sundays at 11am in the Wellington Library. An independent local fellowship. Visit www. gcwellington.com.

Other Areas

18th Nov (Sun) - Market Drayton Winter Fair. 10am-4pm, at Festival Drayton Centre, Frogmore Road, Market Drayton TF9 3AX. With array of local creatives, artisans and producers - peruse the many stalls and find the perfect Christmas gift. Free entry. For more info visit: www.chantillygrey.com Garden Club - Kynnersley Village Hall, Telford, TF6 6DX. Meet monthly, 2nd Friday of each month at 7pm, we welcome members from all around the Telford area Contact Hannah talksherlock@gmail.com 01743 341949. The Wolverhampton Phoenix Club for the widowed - a club for both men and women who are widowed and are ready to restart their social life in a friendly supportive atmosphere. We meet the 2nd Sunday of the month at Codsall Village Hall at 7pm in the summer afternoons and 2.30pm in the winter. We have a varied program of entertainmentand we also organise monthly lunches at local pubs, day trips and holidays. For more information phone Jim 01902 846696. Age UK Lunch Clubs - are held every month at 10 different locations. Ring Age uk Telford (01952 201803) for more details or check out the website: www. ageukshropshireandtelford.org.uk IT Class (for older people) run every Wednesday 3-5pm at Brookside Community Centre. Contact Diane Douglas 01952 201803 ext 001 or diane.douglas@ ageukstw.org.uk Whist Drive - Every Fri, at Buildwas Village Hall, 7pm prompt - everyone welcome, Call 01952 242009 for details. Telford Sign Cafe - want to practice your signing or are you a Deaf Sign Language user who would enjoy helping us! Enjoy a coffee and a chat. All abilities welcome. Meet 3rd Fri of month from 7pm, at The Home Organisation Coffee Shop, Lightmoor. Contact Nikki: nikkibackhouse@ googlemail.com, 07791 724827 Wrockwardine and District Garden Club - Meet on 1st Thu of each month at Wrockwardine Village Hall at 7.30pm. Little Wenlock WI - meet 1st Wed of every month - in the Village Hall at 2pm, new members welcome - contact Diana on 01952 244136 for further details. Severn Sisters WI - Meet every 3rd Wednesday, 7pm at Longdon On Tern Village Hall. For further info contact Paula Pierce 07841 528543 Volunteer and Make a Difference - if you could help Guide Dogs locally with fundraising, sighted guiding or other volunteer roles, please contact Valerie Jobes on 01189 838 756 or valerie.jobes@ guidedogs.org.uk. Further info can be found at www.guidedogs.org.uk. Temponilla a small S.A.T.B. vocal ensemble meet weekly on Monday evenings 7:309pm at Sutton Hill Church, please see web www.temponilla.co.uk for calender of this years events, and contact details if you are intersted in joining the choir. The Wrekin Decorative and Fine Arts Society meets at the Cold War exhibition hall at RAF Cosford Air Museum on the 3rd Mon of the mth at 2pm. Visitors £5. Contact: Louise Nixon 01746 783517 - www. nadfas-wm.org.uk/wrekin.html Telford and Wrekin Ladies Circle is all about fun and friendship – trying something new, relaxing with friends, fundraising & great days out. If you are between 1845 and want to know more contact us at: tandwladiescircle@hotmail.com - 07961 961475 or find us on Facebook. Wrekin Writers meet 3rd Sat of month 9 till noon. Large friendly group that’ll help to motivate you with your writing. Visit www. wrekinwriters.co.uk or call Darren on 01952 405178.

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Local Health, Sport

Admaston

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

Church Aston

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

Dawley

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 55’s). Tue and Fri 5-6pm at Phoenix Sport & Leisure Centre, Dawley. First taster is free, membership £5 and each sesssion is £2. Please contact Peter on 01952 274657 Margaret on 019852 274535 or Keith on 506616. Touch Rugby - Telford RFC, Hinkshay Road, Telford TF3 3BZ. Wed 7pm ages 14 to adult Men and Women no previous experience required. £free. Just fun and fitness to be had! Ballroom Social Dance Class - Dawley Town Hall, Sun 7.3010.30pm. Call Donna on 01952 567920 Dawley Badminton Club meets on Tues 7-9pm at the Hadley Learning Community, Crescent Rd, Telford, TF1 5JU. We support a good club standard of play using feather shuttles. New members and visitors are welcome. Please come along on Club Night or contact Graeme Hughes on 07912 466207. Slimming World (Tue 9:15am & 11:15am) at Dawley Bank Call Paula on 07791 743509 Pilates Mon 7-8pm at the Pheonix Sports Centre, Telford Langley School. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-asyou-go. Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, email: beryl.feely@gmail.com. Mons’ - 8-10pm - The Ironmen & Severn Gilders Morris dance team – great fun, all welcome, men and ladies, at The Telford Langley School, Duce Drive, Dawley, TF4 3JS. Contact us through our website www.imsg.org.uk or e-mail secretary@imsg.org.uk Dawley Christian Centre: Mon - GKR Karate 6.30-8pm Tue - Keep Fit 10-11am, Badminton Grp 7-9pm Wed - Zumba 8-9pm Thu 9am-12pm Help 2 Quit Smoking

Daisy Birthing classes: Active Antenatal classes on Sat 1011:30am at HLC. Suitable for all pregnant mums. Email: janette-davey@thedaisyfoundation.com or phone 07808 066786. Thu mornings at Telford Thai Boxing, Hadley - 10-11am Yoga and 11:15-12:15pm Pilates. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet. com. Indoor Bowls - Mon & Tue 2-4pm, at Hadley Restrooms. New members VERY welcome, free trial available. For more details contact Peter on 01952 242873. Gymnastics Classes - Monday to Saturday, for beginners - advanced gymnasts. Contact: 07905 956644 or email shootingstarsonline07@yahoo.com Piloxing (Boxing, Pilates & Dance) - Mon 6.30-7.30pm. Zumba - Thu 6.30-7.30pm. Hadley Methodist Church, £3.50. All abilities welcome! Debbie 07891 686812

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 - meet Mondays during term time, 6.30-7.30pm for Juniors, 7.30-9.30pm for Adults, in Jubilee/Ford Hall at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. Adults £5, Juniors £3 per week. Coaching available for all abilities. Call Louise 813924 or Don 416048.

Jackfield

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

‘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

Ketley

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

Lawley

Clubbercise and Legs, Bums & Tums - Tuesdays Lawley Primary School Arleston Lane TF4 2PR. All fitness levels welcome age 16+. Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim' Baby Yoga at St. Johns Church Hall, Lawley – Mon 1-2pm, Adult Yoga Mon 8.15 to 9.15pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch.co.uk. www.mitchytitch. co.uk Mummy Movers - St Johns Church Hall, Wed: 7.30-8.30pm & Thu: 10.15-11.00am. Call: Laura 07929 154 536 / laura@ mummymovers.com Website: www.mummymovers. com Stretch & Tone Class - Tue - Lawley Village Primary Academy - 6:30-7:30pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com. Zumba - Mon & Wed - Lawley Community Centre 6pm Call/text Vikki Connell on 07510 186982, or email vikkiburnell@ymail.com.

Leegomery

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

Donnington

Lightmoor Village

Edgmond

Lilleshall

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

Yoga, Pilates & Yogalates Classes - in the new Studio at Edgmond Village Hall, Shrewsbury Road, Edgmond, Newport, TF10 8HU. Mon: Pilates at 6pm; Wed: Yogalates at 5.30pm and Yoga at 6.30pm. Cost: £6 PAYG or £30 (£5) in advance for 6 classes. Call/text Denise on 07875 661045 or email denisepheasant@hotmail.com to book.

Hadley

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

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

Friendly flat green bowling, based at The National Sports Centre. Come along to club afternoon sessions on Thursdays 2:30pm to 4:30 during the summer and try your hand at a new sport. Further information on the club website www.lilleshallbowls.org.uk or contact Rod on 01952 590963 or Liz on 01952 814671. Lilleshall Trampoline Club - Tuesdays at Lilleshall National Sports Centre: (8-14 year olds) excluding school holidays - Trampoline Foundation: 6 - 7:30pm & Trampoline Development: 7:30 - 9pm. £5 a session. Contact us on 01952 603003 Lilleshall Quick Sticks Hockey - Sundays 10-10:45am (7-9 year olds) at Lilleshall National Sports Centre. £30 for 7 weeks. Contact us on 01952 603003 Adult Yoga class, Mon 10-11am at the Memorial Hall in Lilleshall. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@

Madeley

Muxton

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

Newport

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

& Fitness Classes families health needs, emotions, sleep and even be used for cleaning. Contact Romella 07894 812440 Fit 4 the Future exercise classes (at the studio near Focus). Mon: Jump ‘n Pump 7-8, Tue: Energize 6-7, Bootcamp 7-8, Wed: Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8, Thu: Energize 6-7, Box ‘a’ Blast 7-8. £4.50 per session. Please call Craig for details 07796 426299.

Oakengates

Have fun – keep fit. Short Tennis Prime Time Club (over 55’s). Wed 7-8pm at Oakengates Leisure Centre. First taster is free, membership £5 and each sesssion is £2. Please contact Peter on 01952 274657 Margaret on 019852 274535 or Keith on 506616. Telford Fight Factory - Muay Thai, Boxing, Strength & Conditioning. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Fun, family friendly class, age 7-70yrs, Mon 6-7, Wed 7-8. Contact Stuart Whiston 07786 115899 or fb Clubbercise - Excercise in disguise. Easy to follow routines to Banging Club tunes from the 90s with L.E.D Glow Sticks. At The Ice Lounge, Eden Complex, Cannongate Road, Oakengates. Tue 7-8, Thu 7-8. Contact Amanda Whiston 07780 515350 or fb Telford & Wrekin Lawn Green Bowling Club - Est 1982 at Hartshill Park - Oakengates. Club nights Thurs - starting 6pm. Competitive and social bowling against other Midlands clubs. New members welcome. Contact Roger Rowley on 01952 612574. Slimming World (Sat - 8am & 10am) at Oakengates Rest Rooms, Charlton Street, Oakengates, Telford TF2 6BD Call Paula on 07791 743509 Martial Arts Club ( Aikido ) at Oakengates Leisure Centre. Mon & Fri 7.45 / 8.45pm Juniors ( 7yrs+ ). Mon & Fri 7.45 / 10.00pm Adults. New members always welcome. First lesson is free. If you would like more info contact us on: 07929761302. Email us on suekeithhayward@sky.com

Shawbirch

Introduction to Mindfulness and Relaxation Course 6 week course £48 - starts Tuesday 9 October 10.30 11.30 am, 6 - 7 pm and 7 - 8 pm @ Affinity and Beyond Therapy, Shawbirch. Very small friendly groups. Contact Lorraine: Lorraine@affinity-and-beyond.co.uk or 07898 823339 for more info or to reserve a place. Mindfulness is a wonderful way to learn to relax and it can also help with many physical and emotional disorders including depression, anxiety, pain and stress. Shawbirch Community Centre: Tue - Antenatal Yoga (5:30-6:30pm), Yoga (7-9pm) For further info. contact us on 01952 248538.

Shifnal

Swimming Lessons - Duck N Dive Limited - Baby, preschool, afterschool & adult swimming lessons across various locations in Telford & Shifnal. T: 01952 301012, Email:info@dndswim.co.uk, Web:www.dndswim.co.uk Line Dancing Classes at Shifnal Memorial Club on Tue at 7.30pm. Slimming World - Shifnal Village Hall - Wed (9.30am) Call Paula on 07791 743509 Meditation followed by group activity every Thu 7.309.30pm at Citizen’s Hall, Curriers Lane, Shifnal. £8pp. Contact Norma on 01952 463876 or email Jehandra@ yahoo.com or Facebook -Jehandra Holistic Healing for more details. Tue mornings at St Andrews Youth Club, - Yoga 9:30 - 10:30am and Pilates 10:45 - 11:45am. £5 per class or £8 for both classes. Thu mornings at Shifnal Village Hall - Yoga 10-11am, £5 per class. All ages and fitness levels welcome, including complete beginners. Contact Gill on 07852 144119 or email iandglittleford@btinternet.com. YOGA every Thu at Trinity Methodist Church, Shifnal Adults - 7.10-8.10pm, Pregnancy 6-7pm, Baby Yoga at St. Andrews Church, Shifnal every Wed 1-2pm. Contact Michele on 07970 731174 or email info@mitchytitch. co.uk. www.mitchytitch.co.uk Laughter Yoga - The fun way to good health. Mon 7-8 pm. Tues 10.30 - 11.30 at Shifnal Seniors Club, Curriers Lane. All ages, all abilities. All welcome. £6 on the day or £24 for 6 weeks. Contact Caroline: 07868240605 info@ gorgetherapycentre.co.uk Adult Fitness Classes at Idsall Sports Centre – METAFIT - Mon 6:30-7.15pm, YOGA - Tue 5.30-6.30pm, CIRCUITS Wed 7.30-8.15pm, METAFIT - Thu 6.30-7.15pm. Everyone welcome! 1st Class FREE !!! 01952 460499 Shifnal Bowling Club - Social Bowling every Thu morning 10.30am-12.30pm. Junior Coaching Sat morning 11-12. All are welcome to our club young & old. Contact Graham McCarthy 01902 372 955 for details. DANCE class 10.30 Wed at St Andrews Youth Club Hall. Exercises & routines for fitness & fun, over 50s, £5. More info www.shifnaldance.moonfruit.com Spaces limited so please contact Sally 01952 461768. Pilates Mon 10-11am (starting 5th Sep) at the Trinity Methodist Church Hall. Tue 7-8pm at Kemberton Village Hall. £33 block of 6 classes or £6.50 pay-as-you-go. Contact Beryl on 01952 462896 or 07971 875372, email: beryl.feely@gmail.com

Shifnal Cricket Club - Junior cricket coaching Mon 6.30 to 7.30 for boys aged 8-11, 7.30 to 8.30 for boys aged 12 and 13. Girls coaching and boys aged 14 and 15 Fri 6.30 to 7.30. For details please call Kevin Humphreys 07983 120061. Idsall Badminton Club meet at Idsall Sports Centre, Shifnal - Tue 7-9pm. All we ask is that you play to a reasonable standard. Ceroc Modern Jive and Salsa class nights at Shifnal Village Hall. Every Monday (exc Bank Hols) 7.45pm 11pm. New members always welcomed and no need to bring a partner. Contact Mike on 07990 554459, email cerocmidlands@aol.com or visit www.cerocmidlands. co.uk

St Georges

Clubbercise and Legs, Bums & Tums - Wednesdays at St Georges Sports & Social Club TF2 9LU. All fitness levels welcome age 16+. Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim' HIITPad Fitness 4 week Intensive Academy. Morning and Evening groups. Held at Bailang, St Gower Street Trading Estate George's, Telford. For more info and next course dates visit www.hiitpad.co.uk Karate and Self-Defence at 1st Priorslee & St. Georges Scout Hall, Snedshill Way, St. Georges on Friday's 7.30pm to 8.30pm. Family-orientated, from beginner to black belt and beyond. Adults £3 Under 16s £2.50. Contact Zanshin-do Karate Chief Instructor Steve Lowe 6th Dan Black Belt for further information by emailing stevelowe59@blueyonder.co.uk "Koshi Wind-Chime Relaxation and Healing" Come for Healing and Relax to beautiful sounds. £5 each. St Georges & Priorslee Parish Centre. London Rd, TF2 9LJ. Every 4 wks Thu 7.30pm. Booking essential 07974 196 421 Nikki Slimming World - St Georges Sports & Social Club. Thu 9.30am, 11.30pm, 5pm and 7pm. Contact Celia Powell on 07575 123666 at St Georges Methodist Church: Tue 5-7pm Synergy Dance Troop (Contact: 01952 612776) Wed - 10.30am Pilates (Tel: 412924) / 1.30pm

Stirchley

Clubbercise - Mondays at Grange Park Primary School Grange Avenue, Stirchley. All fitness levels welcome age 16+. Contact Kim - 07724 087516. Or find us on Facebook 'Clubbercise Telford with Kim'

Telford - Town Centre

AQUABABIES - Swimming lessons for children aged 12 weeks to 3 years. Lessons held at The Park Inn hotel on Mon, Tue, Thu and Sat from 10am. To book your FREE trial lesson contact Lisa on 07598 617442 or Stuart on 01543 572855

Trench

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

Wellington

Introduction to Mindfulness and Relaxation Course - 6 week course £48 - starts Friday 28th September 5.30 - 6.30 @ Supple Fitness Studio, Wrekin Professional Centre, Holyhead Road. Booking is essential!! Contact Lorraine: Lorraine@affinity-and-beyond.co.uk or 07898 823339 for more info or to reserve a place. Mindfulness is a wonderful way to learn to relax and it can also help with many physical and emotional disorders including depression, anxiety, pain and stress. Wrekin Shotokan Karate Club, at Wrekin College Sports Hall, Wellington: Wed 6:30pm; Sat 10:30am; and at Sport TCAT Mondays 7:30 pm. Learn authentic Japanese Shotokan karate from team of black belts lead by 6th Dan, Shotokan Karate International Federation, Japan. Contact: Tony on 07841 839372. Severn Spokes Cycling Group - We are a small, friendly and welcoming group of cyclists who run regular, easy paced rides from Wellington through the quiet lanes of Shropshire and beyond. Contact severnspokes@gmail. com or visit www.facebook.com/severnspokes and/or our website www.severnspokes.com Telford STAGS Walking Football - Normal Football rules except NO RUNNING! We play on a Monday morning 9.45 at the 4g pitches to the rear of AFC Telford Utd. All over 55's welcome. Also summer sessions Thu at 18.45. Contact Roy Vincent 01952 245407 for further details.

KAPAP - Martial Arts Club held at TCAT, Haybridge Rd, Telford, TF1 2NP on Tuesday evenings from 7-9pm. First session free trail. Contact Paul - paul@kapaptelford. co.uk or 07737 825263. Immerse School of Diving - we have a training and club diving session on a Friday evening at 8:30pm at Wrekin College pool. Call 0777 377 1619 or email: info@ immersediving.com; visit www.immersediving.com find us on Facebook www.facebook.com/immersediving. An active and friendly scuba diving club, we cater for beginners through to professional level divers, and charge no membership fees or surcharges on your club diving. Slimming World - Wed & Thu at The Glebe Centre, Glebe St, Wellington, 5.30 & 7.30. Call Heather on 07737 734347 01952 289386 or just pop along! All welcome. Piloxing - techniques of boxing and vertical pilates with some dance moves. Fridays 6-7pm at Charlton School - £4. For more info contact Annette on 07866 021030. Wrekin Tennis Club - Social play every Tuesday & Thursday evening starting at 7-9pm & Sunday 11am1pm. Based at Oakengates Leisure Centre New players welcome, Contact Alan Pritchard at: alanp52@yahoo. co.uk or 07596 984442 or visit our website, www. wrekintennisclub.co.uk Telford Community Tennis Club, Junior tennis coaching lessons at Bowring Park, Wellington on Sun - 10-11am (47yrs), 11-12am (8-10yrs), 12-1pm (11-16yrs). We also have sessions for adult members of all abilities. www.telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk E: bob.kerr@telfordcommunitytennisclub.co.uk Friendly Badminton group playing 7-9pm every Thu at TCAT Sports Hall are seeking new players to join them. Come along and try a few taster sessions at £5 per night. Contact Jenny Varley (evenings 6-7pm) on 01952 249277. Wellington Badminton Club - Sports Hall at Ercall Wood Academy, Wellington. Club nights - Tuesday 8 - 10pm. All welcome. Contact Jerry Seymour (Chairman) on 01952 261008 or email jeremy.seymour9@gmail.com Website: www.wellingtonbadminton.co.uk

Other Areas

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

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MOVIES VENOM

Eddie Brock is a reporter, investigating people who want to go unnoticed. But after he makes a terrible discovery at the Life Foundation, he begins to transform into ‘Venom’. The Foundation has discovered creatures called symbiotes, and believes they’re the key to the next step in human evolution. Unwittingly bonded with one, Eddie discovers he has incredible new abilities – and a voice in his head that’s telling him to embrace the darkness. Release Date: 3rd October 2018 Genre: Action, Adventure Cast Members: Tom Hardy, Michelle Williams, Riz Ahmed

SMALLFOOT

When Migo, a yeti living in the mountains with his tribe, encounters a human – previously believed to be a myth – he sets out in search of the legendary ‘Smallfoot’. He joins up with a group of yetis who also believe that humans exist, but gets frustrated with their lack of evidence. Setting out into the wider world on his own, he undertakes an incredible adventure to prove that he’s right, and the Smallfoot is real. Release Date: 12th October 2018 Genre: Animated Cast Members: Zendaya, Channing Tatum, Danny DeVito

COMING SOON... JOHNNY ENGLISH STRIKES AGAIN

When a devastating cyber-attack on the British secret service exposes the identity of all their undercover agents, ‘Johnny English Strikes Again’ in an attempt to save the day. Reunited with his partner Bough and dispatched to the South of France, he’s Britain’s last, best hope of tracking down the mastermind hacker. But with precious few skills and no grasp of modern technology whatsoever, it’s going to be his most dangerous mission yet. Release Date: 5th October 2018 Genre: Comedy Cast Members: Rowan Atkinson, Emma Thompson, Olga Kurylenko

GOOSEBUMPS 2: HAUNTED HALLOWEEN

Halloween only comes once a year, and in ‘Goosebumps 2: Haunted Halloween’, it comes to life as Slappy the Dummy returns, bringing another horde of monsters with him. When two boys unknowingly open a book which once again unleashes the Goosebumps monsters upon the world, it’s up to them to thwart Slappy’s plans and put a stop to this chaos before it’s too late.Release Date: 19th October 2018 Genre: Comedy Cast Members: Ben O’Brien, Caleel Harris

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

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The petition to instigate the Muxton Community Governance Review has been submitted to Telford and Wrekin Council. Once verified the Council will publish a timetable for the review and the public consultation into establishing a separate Muxton Parish Council will begin.

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Now the children are back at school I am concerned that the work required to create the safe route to school from Muxton to Telford Priory School has not been completed. My main concern is the footpath along Donnington Wood Way. Children using the footpath are not visible from the road due to the dense vegetation; this is unsafe and must be addressed. At the time of writing I am awaiting a response from Council officers.

Cllr Nigel Dugmore

On a similar vein appeals regarding school bus passes have had little success, with Telford and Wrekin Council sticking to the 3 mile rule. It would seem school catchment areas serve as an administrative excuse to deny children reasonable access to school transport; this needs to be addressed. Cllr. Nigel Dugmore (Muxton Ward) T: 01952 380237 M: 07528 979395 E: nigel.dugmore@telford.gov.uk

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PUZZLE - ANSWERS SUDUKO (EASY)

SUDUKO (HARD)

CODEWORD

TRIAL

3 Letters HUM HUT RUM RUT SUM

RUST RUTS SHUT SMUT THUS TUSH

4 Letters HUMS HURT HUTS MUSH MUST RUMS RUSH

5 Letters HURTS STRUM THRUM 6 Letters THRUMS

WORDWHEEL MINEFIELD

KIDS PAGE HIDATO

‘Frisbee’ can not be made from the word ‘Frankenstein’. Complete the Sentences: 1. Train, Eastern. 2. Tennis. 3. Knife, Steak, Stain. 4. Frisbee.

WORD LADDER Here is one possible solution (others may exist)

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CROSSWORD

Across: 1 Cant, 3 Counting, 7 Ecuador, 9 Doctrine, 10 Stag, 11 Peru, 13 Tease, 16 Marge, 18 Goat, 19 Axle, 20 Shift key, 22 Ravioli, 23 Synopsis, 24 Arms. Down: 1 Creosote, 2 Tear gas, 3 Clod, 4 Nostrum, 5 Incisor, 6 Gate, 8 Rosewater, 12 Genetics, 14 Andiron, 15 Ego-trip, 17 Arabica, 20 Suds, 21 Yaws.

Canada

ADVENTURE ON ATHABASCA

Spreading out from the ‘Columbia’, the largest icefield in the Rockies, Athabasca is among the world’s most accessible glaciers, a popular day trip from Lake Louise, Jasper or even Banff, though this involves a longer drive. Winding along the Continental Divide, past soaring peaks, forests, waterfalls and lakes, the Icefields Parkway leads almost to the very edge, near the meeting point of the Jasper and Banff National Parks. Up there the Discovery Centre is the first point of call with exhibits on the history and movements of the ice and the area’s natural world. It is the perfect introduction before tackling the day’s adventure but one should be prepared for changing weather and high altitude, with the glacier’s average height around 3,000 metres. There are walking trails for the brave and well-organised treats in season, led by knowledgeable and highly entertaining guides. First on anyone’s list is the award-winning skywalk, just a five minute bus transfer from the centre. Built into the rock, carefully integrated into the environment with near-zero footprint, it begins along a vertiginous cliff’s edge then steps out on a semi-circular look out with a glass floor, perched 280 metres above the valley. There you are, suspended between heaven and earth, the Sunwapta river meandering far below, the red

craggy rocks almost within arm’s reach, the soaring birds, mighty glaciers and snow-covered peaks rising all around. Even more exciting is the iconic ride on one of the giant Ice Explorers. The first few minutes include a steep scary descent on a stone track until you reach the edge of the Athabasca, a tongue of ice, six km long and thicker in places than the Eiffel Tower. Glacial vistas, snowy mountains etched into the sky, it’s like the end of the world, even though the Explorer can only venture so far on the crunchy surface. The ice is pure blue in places as this is the only colour it cannot absorb. Then the ‘giant’ stops, giving you ten minutes or so to walk around the safe icy section. No one ventures beyond the danger cones for untouched snow and ice are amazingly thick, dotted with hidden crevasses and water holes where lives have been lost. Sometimes a deep rumble echoes in the thin mountain air and you might spot an avalanche tumbling down the slope just ahead of you. Don’t expect to be alone on the glacier, it is highly popular, but whatever the crowds, you can switch off and commune with the natural world, so mighty and inspiring. Visitors leaving before dusk are likely to see bears and elks close to the road, and those on the way to Jasper might enjoy the last rays of the sun on the Athabasca waterfall. Meanwhile, high above on the edge of the glacier, the lucky ones settle down in the lodge for a starlit night. Strange noises in the dark may remind them that the Athabasca is always on the move, receding by around five metres a year.

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