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Inside Flintshire Magazine I hope you all enjoyed the school holidays and the kids didn’t drive you too mad! Back to a bit of normality with the children starting their new school term. I have to say August wasn’t the best weather-wise and what we had become accustomed to with the rest of the summer, all in all what a great summer we’ve had. So what can you find in this month’s issue? We take a look at the beautiful mountains and coast line of North Wales on p10-11. We continue our fitness matters section and a look at how fitness can boost the mind p12. Our popular food/restaurant review is back as we take a look at the Dinorbon Arms in Bodfari p14-15. Still in search for a bit of sun? We take a look at the top Autumn destination in this month’s holiday review on p1819. Ther’s lots more going on including our monthly car, film and gardening reviews plus our look at the latest film releases, this month’s puzzle pages, recipe and not to mention our competition pages.
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Discovering the mountains and coast of North Wales.
Discover the soaring mountains of Snowdonia, the scenic countryside of the North East Wales borderlands and Anglesey or coastal walks which wrap around the whole area, from Barmouth in the west to Flintshire in the north east.
Isle of Anglesey Coast
Montgomery Canal
The beautiful island of Anglesey is criss-crossed with quiet lanes and paths, making it an ideal base for walkers. Its coast path runs through spectacular scenery, with 95% of it in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Walk from the junction with the Llangollen Canal to Newtown, with stretches that include a section of the Severn Valley. The Montgomery Canal walk cuts through border country giving access to fairly level walking and to Berriew, one of the prettiest villages in Wales.
This is the place to come for seabirds, wildlife and a wealth of ancient history.
Look out for Lledan Brook Aqueduct at Welshpool, and Belan Locks, two miles to the south of the town, where there’s a weir, two locks and some fascinating lime kilns.
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Mynydd Hiraethog Footpath The Mynydd Hiraethog and Denbigh Moors Footpath Network includes a linear 40 mile (64km) route, together with six shorter circular routes which can each be walked individually. The Denbigh Moors are to the north of the Cambrian Mountains and are a rare surviving part of an immense grouse moor and shooting estate. The eastern side of the moor includes the peaks of Tir Mostyn and Foel Goch, the Clocaenog Forest and the two major valleys of the moorland, the Alwen and Brenig.
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North Wales Path
Mary Jones Walk
The North Wales Path winds for 60 miles (96 km) along the coast from Bangor to Prestatyn, mostly along public footpaths. It takes you to traditional seaside resorts which you can reach from the path, and also gives you stunning mountain and coastal views.
This 28-mile walk through the Snowdonia National Park is a bracing walk to undertake in sections, but consider the 15 year old girl the walk is named after, who walked the entire distance barefoot in 1800 to buy a bible from Bala.
Near Prestatyn, and close to the Offas Dyke Path, the route follows the Prestatyn Dyserth Way, a 2 2/3 mile (4.3 km) former railway. Some of the most stunning views on the path are of the soaring Snowdonia mountains, these can be seen from Little Ormes Head, or from Conwy Castle.
The 'Edge of Wales' walk The Edge of Wales, a relatively new coastal path, along the top of the Llŷn Peninsula, following pilgrim's routes to Bardsey Island. The walk is "The only long distance walk in Britain to finish with a sea voyage to an island, and a real adventure" according to co-ordinator Peter Hewlett.
She saved what little money she had for six years to afford her bible and walked from Llanfihangel-y-Pennant across valleys and around mountains to Bala Lake. Her journey inspired the founding of the Bible Society.
The route takes in many of the most breathtaking views and loveliest villages in Llŷn, and is ideal for walking end to end, or in small chunks as day walks.
The Wat's Dyke trail follows the route of the channel using public footpaths and quiet country lanes for a distance of 61 miles (99km) between Llanymynech, close to
the Powys/Shropshire border and Basingwerk Abbey, which is within a stone’s throw of the River Dee estuary near Holywell in Flintshire.
Taith Ardudwy Way Taith Ardudwy Way is a well signposted upland pathway of 24 miles (38km) from Barmouth in the south to Llandecwyn in the north. The Way traverses Ardudwy, an ancient commote (an administrative area in the Middle Ages). It visits each of the parishes bordering Cardigan Bay and crosses the geological formation of Cambrian Rocks, amongst the oldest in Wales, known as the Harlech Dome. The Way is chosen to take in some of the best coastal and mountain views in Wales, visiting prehistoric sites and offers the chance to see varied vegetation and rare birds of the area.
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Fitness Matters How exercise boosts the mind I
ncreasingly, research is showing that regular exercise can ward off cerebral diseases such as Alzheimer’s, dementia and Parkinson’s, as well as relieve stress and anxiety, alleviate depression, boost creativity and preserve mental faculties and skills. Exercise can also enhance the way you feel about yourself – your body image and self esteem – which has a knock-on positive effects in other areas of your life, such as work and relationships.
How does exercise influence mental function?
Exercise increases the production of key brain chemicals that encourage the growth of brain and nerve cells and help develop new neural pathways (lines of communication between the brain and the body). It also improves blood and oxygen flow to the brain and promotes the growth of blood vessels, allowing brain tissue to be nourished and preserved. A recent study
measured the mental ability of 18-24 year olds before and after exercise. After a period of hard running on a treadmill, their decision-making process was faster and more of their answers were correct.
Exercise improving creativity
Exercise can also help get your creative juices flowing. Research has found that creative thinking and problem solving improved after prolonged aerobic exercise. Exercise also boosts blood flow to the brain, particularly the right hemisphere, which is associated with creativity and imagination. Repetitive, rhythmic activities, such as swimming laps or treadmill running, are best for cerebral benefits as they require little conscious thought. But you have to keep it up - if you stop training, the improvements disappear.
Kick out stress with exercise
The reason most frequently attributed to explain why exercise makes us feel good is the flood of endorphins it causes (the body’s own morphine-like hormones), but increasingly, research is questioning the role of endorphins and pointing more towards a psychological rather than physiological
cause. Exercise provides a distraction from the grind of daily life – giving us ‘time out’ from the rat race. It also gives a sense of accomplishment, which sport psychologists call ‘mastery’, boosting self-esteem and proffering a sense of control over our lives. There is also evidence to suggest that that vigorous exercise works best for depression.
It’s never too late to exercise Even if you haven’t been a regular exerciser all your life, it’s never too late to reap the benefits. Exercising for half an hour at least twice a week during midlife can significantly cut a person’s risk of dementia later. People in their late 40s and early 50s could reduce their risk of dementia by about 50 per cent, according to the study. And it’s not boatloads of exercise, either – physical activity which lasted 20-30 minutes at least twice a week, and which was enough to cause breathlessness and sweating, was sufficient. Research shows a link between a lack of activity and Alzheimer’s disease, while tests on mice suggest that regular workouts might halt the progression of Parkinson’s. The study showed that sustained exercise, for a time span of at least three months, prevented cell death in the part of the brain that controls movement and is impaired in the disease.
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The Dinorben Arms This month we visited The Dinorben Arms which has undergone a Two million pound renovation by the Brunning and Price group after lying empty for nearly a decade. The Dinorben Arms sits in the heart of the small village of Badfari, nestled in the shadows of St Stephens’s church. The building dates back to the 17th century and the character of the original pub still remains in the front section, with open fires ,low oak beams and the old well which now sits in front of the bar. A tall tower has now been 14
added to the rear of the building which houses a spacious terrace with the most spectacular panoramic views of the stunning countryside and hills beyond, a perfect setting for a relaxing drink from the wellstocked bar or a leisurely meal with friends or family.
We were impressed that the Dinorben Arms pride themselves on using fresh quality ingredients therefore they upload the daily menu before 12 noon each day for customers to peruse at their leisure. We visited on a Wednesday lunch time and had
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pre booked a table it was lucky we had as when we arrived every area of the pub was bustling including the outdoor areas. We were immediately impressed by the décor it was a mix of old and new which had been thoroughly modernised while retaining all the key historical features. We ordered our drinks at the bar and were shown to our table. We were eager to peruse the menu whilst sipping a refreshing Lilley’s Mango cider which was delicious. We did have to wait some time to be asked if we were ready to order but this wasn’t a problem as the menu was so good we could not decide what to choose and we enjoyed a second Mango cider. On arrival the meals looked amazing; we had ordered Braised shoulder of lamb with dauphinoise potatoes, seasonal vegetables and rosemary gravy. The lamb just fell off the bone and was delicious the potatoes were creamy and decadent and the rosemary gravy was tasty and silky smooth, just perfect.
We also ordered two 7oz fillet steaks these were both asked to be medium rare unfortunately one was medium but we did not return it as it was still absolutely delicious and could not bear to part with it! The steaks were served with Portobello mushrooms, peppercorn sauce, fresh juicy tomato and homemade chunky chips. Again everything was tasty fresh and well-seasoned.
The last meal was roasted chalk stream trout with mussels and cockles. This was served with asparagus with crushed new potatoes and white wine sauce. The trout was cooked to perfection crispy on the top flaky and soft in the middle seasoned with plenty of lemon and salt and pepper with the mussels and cockles a lovely addition to the dish. The crushed new potatoes were delicious they were mixed with plenty of butter and fresh chives and just worked perfectly with the Trout and the creamy white wine sauce which was drizzled all over the potatoes. This dish is an absolute must if you visit the Dinorben Arms.
If you are looking for gastro pub steeped in history with stunning views and amazing food The Dinorben Arms will definitely be the right place for you so give it a go we are sure you will not be disappointed!
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Holiday review
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utumn is a great time to get away for a final blast of sunshine not too far from home. Not only have the crowds thinned, allowing you to find space on the beaches and enjoy the sights without the queues, but midday temperatures have receded - perfect for donning walking shoes and exploring rural areas that are wonderful at this time of year. Best of all, many hotels slash their rates as soon as the summer crowds head home.
Sardinia, Italy
Average maximum temperature: 27C Visit Sardinia in autumn and you can discover one of the island’s best-kept secrets: Autunno in Barbagia (Autumn in Barbagia). Running from September to December, a series of festivals take place across 27 villages in Barbagia, a mountainous area of inland Sardinia (sardegnaturismo. it). Streets are transformed into markets, local craftsmen hold workshops, locals throw open their doors - and dining rooms - to visitors and walks are held through the hills
Stay: Agriturismo Testone (+39 0784 230 539, agriturismotestone.com), tucked in a forest of cork trees in the heart of Barbagia, near the village of Nuoro, is an old stone farmhouse with eight bedrooms, hearty home cooking and log fires in the sitting and dining rooms. Doubles from €38 per person per night, including breakfast. Get there: British Airways flies from London Gatwick to Cagliari from £138 return.
Andalucia, Spain
Average maximum temperature: 32C Autumn days in Andalucia are still exotically warm, often hitting the low 30s. While the beaches are great this time of year - far quieter than in July and August - this is the time to head to the cooler climes of the hills for some rambling.
Sierra de Aracena national park, just north of Seville, is one of the least-known of Andalucia’s parks. Lace up your boots and explore its wooded valleys, whitewashed villages and groves of chestnuts - their leaves turning red and golden. Don’t miss the lively market town of Aracena, with its limestone caves and 13th-century church built by the Knights Templar. Stay: Finca el Moro (+34 959 501079, fincaelmoro.com), in the heart of the Sierra de Aracena national park, is a 75-acre hill farm with three cottages, sleeping between two and six, each with its own pool. There’s no Wi-Fi, no TV, just excellent walking from the farm - take the donkey, Violetta, to carry your picnic, or set off on one of the farm’s horses (experienced riders only). From €500 per week for a one-bedroom cottage. Get there: Ryanair (ryanair.com) flies from London Stansted, London Gatwick and Bristol to Seville from £40 return.
Cyprus
Average maximum temperature: 33C Cyprus’s southerly position means it enjoys a long, hot autumn, with temperatures well into the 30s. After a day’s romp, cool off with a dip in the sea, still blissfully warm at this time of year; Coral Bay, a large horseshoe-shaped cove backed by steep limestone cliffs and with blue flag status should do just the trick. Stay: Amarakos (+357 22 313374, amarakos.com), situated in the sleepy village of Kato Akourdalia - close to Coral Bay and Paphos - is a family-run guest-house with seven rooms around a flower-filled courtyard. Guided walks, cooking lessons and visits to archaeological sites can all be arranged. Doubles from €77 per night, including breakfast. Get there: Easyjet flies from London Gatwick, London Luton, Bristol and Manchester to Paphos from £105 return.
Majestic mountain landscapes in Barbagia, Sardinia.
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Lanzarote, Canary Islands
Average maximum temperature: 29C Just 70km from the Western Sahara, Lanzarote has a more desert-like climate than the Mediterranean, and is at its best come autumn. The sea, heated by the summer sun, is at its warmest; air temperatures still average around the mid-20s and the tourist crowds have subsided. This is the perfect time to don your walking shoes and trek the island’s volcanic peaks, for example Timanfaya national park (Fire Mountain), with its striking red and ocre lunar landscape and seismic activity. Stay: Casa El Morro (+34 928 830392, casaelmorrolanzarote.com) is an 18th-century mansion, located above the village of Uga on the outskirts of the Timanfaya national park, that has been transformed into seven self-contained suites sleeping two to five, furnished with collections from Arabia, the Orient and Indonesia. From €107 per night, room only, sleeping up to three.
Get there: Easyjet flies from London Gatwick and Liverpool to Arrecife from £62 return.
Kas, Turkey
Average maximum temperature: 29C Still sunny but not scorching, autumn is the perfect time to visit this relaxed old fishing village, situated on the Lycian coast in south Turkey. Especially if you’re planning on exploring the Lycian Way, a long-distance footpath that stretches for 500km from Fethiye to Antalya through the ancient land of Lycia (Kas is a good base for exploring the southernmost sections). If it’s watersports you’re after, the
locals say the best time to dive is after the first autumn rain (usually between late September and early October), as this is when you can see the most fish activity. Stay: Villa Hotel Tamara (+90 242 836 32 73, hoteltamara. com.tr) in Kas has 26 rooms and suites - all with sea views - two swimming pools and terraces that lead down to the private beach. Doubles from €100 per night, including breakfast.
Get there: Monarch flies from Birmingham, Gatwick, Luton and Manchester to Dalaman from £91 return.
Rhodes, Greece
Average maximum temperature: 28C Whichever Greek island you pick in autumn you’re likely to find warm sunshine and few crowds. But if there’s one island that is particulary lovely at this time of year it’s Rhodes. Its medieval Old Town is teeming with tourists in July and August. Visit in the autumn, however, and you can have its narrow alleys, lined with Ottoman mansions, and tranquil squares virtually all to yourself. The thermometer will hover around the mid to high 20s, perfect for catching the sun on the nearby beaches; head to Kalithea, just 8km south, famous for its hot medicinal springs.
Stay: Spirit of the Knights (i-escape.com/spiritoftheknights. psp), in the centre of Rhodes’ Old Town, is a family-run hotel with six elegant rooms, all stone arches, marble floors, iron candelabras and stained glass windows. Doubles from €145 per night, including breakfast. Get there: Easyjet flies from London Gatwick to Crete from £66 return.
The stunning Lycian coast at Kas, Turkey.
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Discover Eye Suffolk The town...
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s a visitor to Eye once said ‘We’ve seen the Town Hall. Where’s the Town?’ It may not be the largest town in Suffolk, but Eye is a delight to visit. You won’t find many Italianate Town Halls in Suffolk, but Eye has its own, built in 1857, with a clock tower used for locking up local criminals! This is an attractive market town with many unusual and interesting buildings, a first class weekly country market and some great places to stay. Historically Eye (a name is derived from the Old English word for ‘island’), would have been surrounded by water and marsh, with just the church of St Peter and St Paul and the castle on higher ground.
Eye Country market was shortlisted on the BBC Good Food Programme Best Food Market in 2009. Catch it in the main square on Wednesdays between 10 – 11am (get there early otherwise you might miss it! The Church itself is hugely impressive and dates back to 1470. Inside there’s a 15th Century wooden rod screen with intricate carving, and paintings of kings, saints and bishops. The Church Tower is also mighty impressive at over 101 feet/30 metres high and has been described as “one of the wonders of Suffolk”. The Church was probably rebuilt on the site of an older church, as was common in East Anglia during this period of prosperity. Hard to believe now but in the 15 and 16th Centuries East Anglia was, apart from London, the wealthiest and most densely populated area in England due, primarily, to the wool and cloth trade and the region’s strategic position facing the Low Countries across the sea. Eye Guildhall dates from the late 15th Century and was possibly bequeathed by John Upson “for the good of his soul”. Despite Victorian ‘improvements’ the corner post still has its medieval carved figure of Archangel Gabriel, and two arched window heads also have original carving. Eye also has a few timber framed thatched cottages remaining typical Suffolk sights. Standing next to the church, Eye’s Castle was built after 1066 by William Malet, the first Lord of Eye, and finished by his son, Robert, who also founded Eye Priory. The castle became a prison between 1215 and the 17th Century, but over time the locals helped themselves to the stone and by the 18th Century the only stone remaining was on the north west side of the motte where a tower once stood, which is visible today. As the Castle is on high ground this is an excellent spot to view the surrounding countryside stretching north towards Norfolk.
Eye Castle Aside from these architectural delights, Eye has an interesting range of independent shops, including several antique and interiors shops, a gift/card shop, a deli and other convenience stores. There’s not much you can’t find in this little town! Given its proximity to the coast (40min drive), to Norfolk, Bury St Edmunds and Ipswich, Eye is a great base for exploring Suffolk.
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Suffolk attractions... Eye is an ideal base for exploring North Suffolk. You are never far fromquaint villages, countryside amenities and many places of interest. Explore the rich architectural history of Eye by following the Town Trail Walk,then go further afield by bicycle, using the cycle routes which have been designed to capture the essence of rural Suffolk. You’re also spoilt for places to stay - whatever your budget. In Suffolk you’ll discover woodland campsites, idyllic glamping, cliff top caravan parks with dramatic vistas, spa hotels oozing glamour, lakeside fishing lodges and self-catering within small fishermen’s cottages and country houses.
RSPB Minsmere The home of BBC Springwatch in 2016, RSPB Minsmere is an ideal place for nature-loving families. A great way to get around if grandparents are less mobile is going on a 4×4 jeep safari of the reserve, looking out for marsh harriers dancing in the sky above, and red deer treading through the undergrowth. Families can also experience Suffolk’s natural landscape at a relaxed pace aboard SB Victor, a majestic 120-year-old sailing barge which cruises daily up and down the River Orwell.
Colne Valley Railway
A one-mile length of line in the North Essex countryside. There is an exhibition centre showing the history of this unique railway, you can sort mail in the Travelling Post Office, visit a working signal box and large model railway layout. Also miniature ride-on railway and garden railway operation of these is weather dependent.
Suffolk Owl Sanctuary The Suffolk Owl Sanctuary at Stonham Barns in Suffolk is the focal point of our organisation and provides a delightful place to watch, study or simply enjoy the company of Owls and other birds of prey.
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Dressing table ideas -create the perfect beauty spot Get ready to go ‘Out Out’ at your very own elegant and organised pamper station. As our dressing table ideas show, you can create said pamper station in even the tiniest spaces. And it could have transformative effects on your bedroom as a whole, making it look more glamorous into the bargain
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A bedroom should be a restful space, so keep things simple with a chic low-key table like this one. As well as a place to apply make up and take it off before bed, it can also serve as a desk.
more expensive – so from approximately £45,000 (before VAT) depending on size and location. According to Nationwide Building Society, a modern extension on the ground floor can increase your property’s value by around 5%, while adding a bedroom to create a three-bed house will add about 12% to the potential asking price. When planning an extension, design rooms to be as big as possible, but without sacrificing too much of the garden or outdoor area – this can make a property feel out of balance and deter buyers. Check with the local planning office to see if you need permission to carry out building work. All home improvements on this scale must also comply with Building Regulations and be inspected and passed at key stages.
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Let’s be honest, a dressing table is a luxury that often gets the boot in favour of more substantial storage. Like a chest of drawers. But this hard-working piece of furniture can do even more. Choose one at the right height and it can double as a dressing How table. to Place a chair nearby so add value to your home Ouryou homes that you can pull it up when needare to an ‘putinvestment your face so, when it comes to property value, the question ‘how much is my house on’. worth?’ is one of the most frequently asked. It’s then followed by an inevitable property valuation by a 3 Go for a fun look that willofinspire your which big then results in most series estate agents, homeowners asking, ‘so how can I add value to to night out home?’ If that familiar, there are plenty of We adore the bold use of my colour in this fun sounds and fabulous ways to increase the value of your home – from bedroom. If this won’t getrenovations, you in the party mood come extensions and big decorating jobs, to Saturday night, nothing will! Upcycling vintage table with smaller, more abudget-conscious updates that will boost homes selling power. a new paint job and prettyhelps handles is your a cost-eff ective way to get this look. The long drawer will provide oodles of Before you make any big design decisions or start storage for blusher, bronzer, shadows and scents. planning an all-out home renovation project, we would recommend speaking to a trusted local estate 4 No space for a table? Try this Ikea hack agent, who knows about house sale prices – and whatmissing sells – in your area to ensure that any Make tangled necklaces and earrings a thing of or additions the past with the ultimateamendments jewellery organiser, whichthat canyou make your home will, in fact, add value to the property. All homes double as a make-up station the addition a mirror. havewith a ceiling price soofit’s vital to make sure that you It’s been created by turning Mosslanda shelves upside don’t end up losing money by doing renovations that don’t, inspace. fact, alter the hooks value of your home – although down so they double as storage Screw and they may well be worth it if they make your home a eyes into the front and back edges for hanging items, more comfortable place to live. leaving the flat tops free for make-up and accessories. So, whether you’re thinking of selling up or just want 5 Think outside the box when comes to long-term by investing in it to add valueitto your home now, here are some of the most popular (and furniture proven) ways to increase your property’s value and The owner of this house was looking for apower. dressing boost its selling table that would fit in a restricted space. But when she couldn’t find the right ‘traditional’ dressing table, she used Build an extension Whether it’s a sideThen return or a glass-box extension, a console table and kitchen stool instead. rather adding a single-storey clutter up the tabletop with a box, she came upextension with an can start at around £30,000, while two storeys are generally about 50% ingenious hanging station for jewellery. Nervous of getting your mirror height right? Rather than hang it, rest it on your table.
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A loft conversion is the most cost-effective way to gain extra living space and you should be able to do it if your home was built before 1975 and/or the loft has a maximum headroom of 2.3m. Work on converting an attic costs from around £20,000 – although on average a dormer loft conversion with a double bedroom and en-suite bathroom is more likely to be in the region of £3545k – and takes about six to 12 weeks to complete. This configuration is the most popular option and, according to Nationwide Building Society, it could add an estimated 21% to the value of your home. Remember, take professional advice before you start to plan your loft conversion because it must meet building and fire regulations.
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Mexican Chilli Chicken
A great spicy supper that can be made in advance
Ingredients 1 tbsp olive oil | 1 large onion, halved and sliced | 2 tsp each chilli powder and ground cumin | 2 x 400g cans peeled plum tomatoes | 1 chicken stock cube | 200g piece chorizo, skinned and diced | 8 chicken thighs, skinned | 2 red peppers, seeded and cut into chunks | 2 x 300g cans cannellini beans, drained.
To serve:
1 large avocado, stoned, peeled and sliced | lime juice | handful fresh coriander | 4 large spoonfuls soured cream.
Method
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3. To eat now: Warm through to heat the beans. Toss the avocado with the lime and some salt and serve on top of the casserole with a sprinkling of coriander. Top each portion with soured cream. Serve with rice, jacket potatoes or a handful of spicy tortilla chips. 4. To eat later: Cool and keep in the fridge for up to 48 hours. Warm on top of the stove until bubbling and serve as above.
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Cheesy chips
sugar, with the average can of coke containing 10 teaspoons. Even diet drinks should be avoided as they still contain artificial sweeteners which can rot tooth enamel over time.
Processed meats
Processed meats have been modified to contain nitrates and other chemical additives to help preserve the meat
It’s no secret that chips are high in salt, fat and calories and adding large amounts of cheese to this already unhealthy food makes this a terrible recipe for your health. A regular portion of chips contains around 420 calories. Throw in 100g of cheddar cheese on top of this, and you will be adding a further 400 calories and 35g of fat. Many of us start our day with a bowl of cereal, but some
Fizzy drinks
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Cereals
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into an edible meal, manufacturers add in high levels of preservatives and sodium to the food. As an alternative,make your own homemade alternatives and freeze the individual portions.
for longer and enhance the colour. Some processed meats such as sausages are also made up leftover, unwanted parts of animals, mixed up with high amounts of salt and fat. Consuming processed meat can also cause health risks including high blood pressure, heart disease and some forms of cancer.
Frozen meals
Although frozen ready meals might be a convenient choice, they offer little in the way of nutritional value. To turn something that sits in your freezer for months on end
While not as bad for your health as some of the other foods featured in this top 10, they do contain high amounts of salt. Made correctly, soup can provide a hearty and healthy meal packed full of vitamins and other goodness so if you want to eat soup, then stick to making your own. That way you know exactly what is going into it and won’t fall into the high salt trap of the canned varieties.
Doughnuts
Although you might love doughnuts, in the long term, your heart won’t. Doughnuts are fried, so you consume high amounts of saturated and trans fats when you eat the treat. Doughnuts also class as empty calories, as the snack itself is high in calories and sugar (a chocolate iced doughnut contains 350 calories) but low in nutritional value. So it won’t be long before you’re reaching for another doughnut… or two.
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From the outer reaches of space to the small-town streets of suburbia, the hunt comes home in Shane Black’s explosive reinvention of the Predator series. Now, the universe’s most lethal hunters are stronger, smarter and deadlier than ever before, having genetically upgraded themselves with DNA from other species. When a young boy (Jacob Tremblay)
The House With A Clock In Its Walls When 10-year-old Lewis goes to live with his uncle, he has no idea of the strangeness that’s about to be unleashed.
accidentally triggers their return to Earth, only a ragtag crew of ex-soldiers and a disgruntled science teacher can prevent the end of the human race.
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Released: September 28, Genre: Adventure, Fantasy Directed by: Eli Roth Cast: Jack Black, Cate Blanchette, Owen Vaccaro
The Nun
‘The Nun’ follows the haunting journey of a priest and a novitiate as they are dispatched to an abbey in Romania, where a young nun has taken her own life. Sent there by the Vatican to try and uncover the truth of what happened, they discover the unholy secret of the place. At the risk of their lives – and their souls – they are forced to confront a terrible 52 evil.
Released: September 7 Genre: Horror Directed by: Corin Hardy Cast: Taissa Farmiga, Demian Bichir, Jonas Bloquet.
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Motoring review
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The new Seat Leon Cupra R: Honed to perfection
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he standard Seat Leon Cupra looks too subtle, you say? Fear not. The limited edition R model might just be the answer to your prayers. Remodelled front and rear bumpers, side skirts and wider wheelarches set the scene, while lashings of carbonfibre on the rear wing, rear diffuser and front spoiler confirm the R as a no-go zone for shrinking violets.
Unique 19-inch black and copper alloy wheels are also included, although, sadly (or perhaps thankfully) the matte paint won’t be available on UK cars. Instead, there’s a choice of either Monsoon Grey or Midnight Black metallic hues, both of which are complemented by copper coloured detailing on the door mirrors and badges. Of a total production run of 799 cars, only 24 have been allocated for the UK and all have (reputedly) sold out.
Nice bodykit, but is it any faster than the standard car?
It certainly should be. Seat’s Cupra division has been given a licence to fettle, with the outcome being a number
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of technical upgrades to the already accomplished Leon hot hatch. Power is up from 300 to 310hp, giving the R a slightly improved 0-62mph time of 5.8 seconds and an identical top speed of 155mph. Eagle-eyed readers will note that the acceleration time is a whole 0.9 seconds down on the Leon ST Cupra estate, owing to the fact that the Cupra R is front-wheel-drive and six-speed manual only. Give it the full AWD, DSG auto treatment and you’d be straying inconveniently far into Golf R territory... Other improvements include a more exciting exhaust note, modified steering and camber angles on the front axle and four-pot Brembo brake calipers. Should owners wish, super-sticky Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres are available as a cost option.
Enough of the facts, what’s it like to drive?
A lot like a regular Leon Cupra, funnily enough – but with an added layer of urgency and sharpness. Let’s start with the poke. We reckon in a straight quarter-mile race there would be almost nothing to choose between the Cupra R and the regular Cupra, yet the former still manages to feel quicker. There’s little difference in the low to mid ranges of the rev band, yet take it above 4000rpm and the Cupra R appears freer-revving and keener to pile on the mph.
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Drivers are given a real incentive to hit the redline thanks to a series of playful parps from the tweaked exhaust when you do. It’s a small difference, but adds a chunk of character to what was previously an unremarkable exhaust note. Handling improvements are noticeable, too. Turn in a tricky tightening bend and you’ll notice the front end has been sharpened considerably thanks to those tweaks to the steering. There’s an extra level of finesse to the Cupra R’s steering, and it feels keener to turn in, more ‘darty’, compared with the standard car. It’s not quite up there with the Civic Type R for front-end feedback, but it’s a step forward from the standard Cupra. In terms of suspension modifications, the Cupra R’s adaptive dampers have been given their own unique settings, and it has more extreme camber than regular Cupra models – the latter a key ingredient in the front-end response. While the ride is firm, it’s not unbearably so on bumpy British roads, even in the most extreme ‘Cupra’ driving mode, and low-speed ride is actually really quite comfortable. On the comfort front, hat-tip also to the grippy, supportive and great-looking seats. The electronic locking differential is shared with the regular Cupra, and finds plenty of traction out of slow corners, although there’s enough torque to keep the traction control light winking all the way to the redline in third gear.
Do I get any extra kit over the standard car?
That you do. As well as the already generous equipment list on the regular Leon Cupra, the R gains goodies such as
KESSY (keyless entry and keyless go with wireless phone charger), the Winter Pack (heated front seats and headlight washers), the Safety Pack (tiredness recognition and rear seatbelt reminder), a rear-view camera, BeatsAudio sound system, adaptive cruise control and, finally, an upgraded sat-nav.
Verdict
The Leon Cupra R is a welcome addition to the current spread of more focused, limited-edition hot hatches on the market. It manages to feel that little bit more honed and exciting than the regular Cupra and looks the part too. Some may find it sad that Seat didn’t go a little further with the upgrades, however, especially since so few cars are destined for the UK. Some may wish Seat had gone a little further with the upgrades, however, especially since so few cars are destined for the UK. The R feels more like a highly-polished, highly-specced regular Leon Cupra than a standalone special.
Specifications
Price when new: £34,995 On sale in the UK: Now Engine: 1984cc four-cylinder turbocharged petrol, 310hp @ 5800-6200rpm, 380Nm @ 1800-5700rpm Transmission: 6-speed manual, front-wheel drive Performance: 1984cc four-cylinder turbocharged petrol, 306bhp @ 5800-6200rpm, 280lb ft @ 1800-5700rpm Weight / material: 1453kg/steel Dimensions: (length/width/height in mm): 4281/1816/1435
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Paul McCartney Egypt Station September 7 Capitol (all formats)
Sharing a title with one of Paul’s own paintings, Egypt Station is the first full album of all-new McCartney music since 2013’s international chart-topping NEW. Preceded by two of its tracks just released as double A-sides - the plaintive ballad ‘I Don’t Know’ and raucous stomper ‘Come On To Me’ - Egypt Station was recorded between Los Angeles, London and Sussex. Paul says of the new release, “I liked the words ‘Egypt Station’. It reminded me of the ‘album’ albums we used to make... ‘Egypt Station’ starts off at the station on the first song and then
each song is like a different station. So it gave us some idea to base all the songs around that. I think of it as a dream location that the music emanates from.”
Paul Weller True Meanings September 14 - Parlophone Weller’s fourteenth solo LP – and the twenty-sixth studio album of his career – is expected to mark a musical departure of sorts, with the new record promising to feature a “dreamy, peaceful, pastoral set of songs to get lost in”. The album will include the single ‘Aspects’, which was released
back in May, and will feature more guests than any record he’s been involved in before, including the Zombies’ Rod Argent, Lucy Rose and White Label’s Tom Doyle – while Noel Gallagher even manages to make “a sneaky appearance”.
Jess Glynne Always In Between
September 21 Unassigned (all formats) Following on from her 2015 3x Platinum-selling debut album ‘I Cry When I Laugh’, Jess revealed that her own personal experiences of relationships after the release of her debut album helped inspire her when writing this new record. She explained, “I got to a place where I wanted to
write and let it all out. We all let things out differently. Not everybody is a singer or a writer. But my way of letting things out is making music, and at that point I was just ready to get it all down.”
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September in the garden In the flower garden
● Continue to feed and dead-head your hanging basket and container plants - they will often keep going until the first frosts. ● Try autumn-sowing hardy annuals for bigger plants next year. ● Plant hyacinth and amaryllis bulbs for forcing, to ensure a crowd of colourful blooms at Christmas. Perfect for a home made Christmas present! ● Plant hyacinth and amaryllis bulbs for forcing, to ensure a crowd of colourful blooms at Christmas. Perfect for a home made Christmas present! ● September is a good time to plant new perennials as the soil is still warm but there is generally more rainfall. ● With wetter weather arriving this month, it’s the ideal time to order trees and shrubs. They will grow vigorously next spring if planted this autumn. ● Keep deadheading annuals and perennials to extend their performance. ● Keep dead-heading your Penstemons, Dahlias and Roses to prolong flowering. ● Prune any late-summer flowering shrubs such as the rock rose (Helianthemum). ● Prune climbing roses and rambling roses once they’ve finished flowering (unless they are repeat-flowering, in which case leave them). ● Keep your Camellias and Rhododendrons well watered at this time of year to ensure that next year’s buds develop well.
In the vegetable garden
before storing them in in a cool dark place. Store them in paper or hessian sacks as this will allow the crop to breathe while it is in storage. Only store undamaged, disease free tubers - one rotten potato can ruin your whole crop! ● Keep feeding and watering French and runner beans to make the most of them. Continue harvesting little and often to prevent them setting seed. ● Start the autumn cleanup. Remove any old crops that have finished and clear away weeds to leave your plot clean and tidy for the winter. ● When beans and peas finish cropping simply cut the plant away at ground level, leaving the roots in the soil. These crops fix nitrogen which is slowly released into the soil as the roots break down. ● Pot up some mint and parsley for the kitchen windowsill, to use through the winter. ● The end of this month is the perfect time to start planting garlic bulbs for cropping next year. ● Start planting autumn onion sets.
Lawn Care
● Create a new lawn from turf or seed - autumn weather is favourable for good lawn establishment. ● Raise the height of your mower blades as grass growth slows down. ● Aerate your lawn with a garden fork, removing thatch from the surface with a rake and repairing dead patches. Use a specialist lawn scarifier if you have a large area to cover. ● You can feed your lawn with an autumn fertiliser now, which is rich in potassium and low in nitrogen.
● Keep harvesting crops. If you have a glut of fruit and veg try freezing, drying, pickling, and storing so that you can benefit from them later on. ● It’s important to pinch out your cordon tomato plants now if you haven’t already done so. This will concentrate the plant’s energy into producing ripe fruits. ● To test if sweetcorn is ready, pinch a kernel - it will release a milky sap when ripe. If the kernels are starchy you’ve left it too late, if they’re watery they need a little longer to ripen! ● Spread newly dug potatoes out to dry for a few hours
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In this month... 1928
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1970 1666: The Great Fire of London
In the early hours of the morning of September 2nd, a fire broke out in King Charles II’s bakery in Pudding Lane in London. The fire, which raged for four days and nights, destroyed most of the capital. More than 13,000 houses, 87 churches and most of the main buildings of London were destroyed, leaving nearly 200,000 people destitute.
1928: The first antibiotic
On September 28, Scottish scientist Sir Alexander Fleming noticed as he was about to flush away some mould growing on one of his specimens of bacteria that where the mould had grown the staphylococci bacteria had disappeared. Within a month, he had replicated the results several times and was convinced that penicillin mould could kill all the commonly deadly bacteria.
1908: The Ford revolution
On September 27th, the first Ford Model T motor car rolled off the assembly line. It wasn’t the first car to be built, nor the first assembly line, but it was a moment that would change the world – the first time an assembly line technique was used to produce cars that nearly everyone could afford.
1666 Henry Ford’s vision was to build a car for the “great multitude”. Originally assembled by hand, by 1914 the Ford T could be produced on an assembly line in 93 minutes (reducing the production time by nearly 11 hours). The Model T cemented Ford’s success – by the time he had made his 10 millionth car, 9 out of 10 of all cars in the entire world were Fords.
1970: Death of Jimi Hendrix
On September 18, the American musician Jimi Hendrix died in London. One of the most influential guitarists of the 1960s, he was described by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as “arguably the greatest instrumentalist in the history of rock music.” The post-mortem examination concluded that Hendrix aspirated his own vomit and died of asphyxia while intoxicated with barbiturates.
1939: The beginning of World War Two
Germany invaded Poland on September 1st, fairly confident that Britain and France would continue their policy of appeasement. But the British and French prime ministers, Neville Chamberlain and Edouard Daladier, issued Adolf Hitler with ultimatums demanding the withdrawal of his troops, which when ignored led to their joint declaration
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2001: 9/11
On September 11, al-Qaeda terrorists hijacked four airliners and led a coordinated attack on the United States. Two of the planes were flown deliberately into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Centre in New York, which led to their collapse and the destruction of several buildings nearby. A third plane was flown into the Pentagon in Virginia and a fourth plane crashed into a field in Pennsylvania, after passengers and crew struggled with the hijackers and tried to take control of the plane. The target for this plane was the United States Capitol in Washington. Nearly 3,000 people died on that day – 246 on the four planes, 2,603 in the Twin Towers and surrounding area and 125 at the Pentagon. Most were civilians, and included people from more than 90 countries.
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