Island Magazines August 2022 Newport & Carisbrooke Area

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August 2022

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ACE7 Alzheimer Café Newcomers very welcome

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Riverside Centre Booking only necessary Newport PO30 2QR when Covid-19 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of the month restrictions apply 10.30am 12.00 o’clock

verygiving welcome An Alzheimer Café Newcomers is a meeting place informal education about Booking only necessary when Covid-19 restrictions apply dementia, guidance and signposting to other services.

An Alzheimer Café is a meeting place giving informal education about dementia, We welcome people with dementia, their families, carers, guidance and signposting to other services. We welcome people with dementia, professionals and anyone with an interest in dementia. their families, carers, professionals and anyone with an interest in dementia.

What is an Alzheimer Café?

An Alzheimer Café is a meeting place that provides informal education and information about the issues surrounding dementia.

Alzheimer Cafés welcome everyone who has an interest in dementia; people with dementia, their families and friends and people in the community, who would like to learn more about dementia.

Alzheimer Cafés provide an informal, safe, and sensitive environment for, sharing feelings, giving, and receiving support and guidance, and provides the opportunity to make new friends with people in similar situations.

Alzheimer Cafés have a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. Each month there is a speaker who presents information on a dementia related subject, sometimes from another service, and welcomes professionals and visitors’ who provide updates and information on their areas of expertise.

The Alzheimer Café Team will give you a warm welcome, ‘a listening ear’, provide refreshments and signpost people to other services and agencies, where appropriate, to access information and services.

There is no need to book to attend an Alzheimer Café, you are welcome to come along to any of the Cafés across the Island (ACE7 is for people with Young Onset Dementia aged 45-65 years).

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There is no charge to attend an Alzheimer Café – but we welcome donations in the orange collection boxes. (Booking is only necessary when Covid-19 restrictions apply.)

For further information, please leave a message on the message service – 01983 220200; or email: info@alzheimercafeiow.org.uk.

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Welcome to the August issue and there is no denying that summer is here!

Whilst writing this we are in the middle of an amber weather warning for the extreme high temperatures the island is experiencing... like many others I am finding it quite unbearable, but it could be worse - we could be in a built-up city, hours away from the beach and ocean.

Adrian Kensit

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I’ve been seeking shelter and enjoying picnics under the trees in many of the parks we have on the Island. Isn’t it amazing what we have on our doorsteps?

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This month is set to be a great month on the • Island, as after being absent for a couple of years due to the pandemic we can finally 01983 404 720 say that August is once again Carnival time... Our dates for your diary section on 07850 489 754 www.adriankensit.co.uk pages 12, 13 & 14 is a handy guide to know adrian.kensit@btinternet.com what’s on and when, ensuring you don’t miss any of the fun or if carnivals just aren’t your thing, you’ll know which areas to avoid and when!!!

This month’s issue is once again packed with news, information, local advertising, puzzles and much more.

I need to stop looking at this month’s front cover as the temptation to get up and leave the office in search of a 99 with an extra flake is very strong. I have certainly eaten more than my fair share of ice cream during this hot spell, but I believe that by eating them I am supporting local businesses... well that’s my excuse and I’m sticking to it.

Please keep using the services of local advertisers who advertise with us, and I hope you all have a lovely August, and, on that note, I am off to get an ice cream! See you again next month.

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News Report from Cllr Joe Lever - Carisbrooke & Gunville Mobile - 07736 663 657 Email - joe.lever@iow.gov.uk Facebook - @CllrJoeLever Time for an August update…

At the time of writing this, I’ve still not seen any confirmation of when the two revised Arthur Moody Drive/Forest Hills applications will go before the IWC Planning committee. I’m also yet to hear anymore regarding the proposed application behind the old Friends of the Animals shop. Again, although the official consultation period has closed for these applications, you can still submit comments (which will still be registered), should you wish.

I’m still pushing for highway improvements in the area, and I’ll be meeting with IWC highway officers and Island Roads staff to discuss plans and costs so we know how we might progress.

lease of life. This comes after the Pavilion has received some love inside the building, now boasting two newly refurbished changing rooms which can be converted to a functional space.

Nelly’s tea & coffee afternoons continue to run each Wednesday, 2-4pm at Gunville Methodist Church. So, if you’re available and would like to get to know some of your neighbours a bit better, do join a lovely bunch of people for a good chin wag and some biscuits! Organisers just ask for a small donation, to cover costs of refreshments.

As always, if you need to get in touch, please use the contact details at the top of this page.

I hope everyone enjoyed the Carisbrooke Village Fete. It’s great to see the Fete back up and running again and seeing the local community out socialising. The weather certainly helped!

Local creative agency, NOSY, are hosting a community litter pick (Rubbish Networking) at Victoria Recreation Ground on Friday 19th August. It’s free to attend, all equipment is provided. You can just turn up although they’ve ask people to register, just so they have an idea of numbers: www. eventbrite.com/e/rubbish-networking-4tickets-383326107707 The Pavilion at Victoria Rec should be getting a lick of paint soon to give it a new

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iWatch Wildlife Species of the Month August 2022 The iWatchWildlife Project is all about encouraging and supporting the recording and sharing of nature observations on the Isle of Wight. We then convert your sightings into records which help boost the IW Species Records Database.

Each month we highlight a species Garden Tiger Moth which we’d like to find out more on how it’s doing locally.

During August we are featuring Tiger Moths – there are several Tiger Moth species in the UK, all are stunning with bright colours or patterns, but the most common garden species are the Jersey Tiger Moth and Garden Tiger Moth.

If you spot a Tiger Moth please do contact us with the date, location and photo at iwatchwildlife@gmail.com or @iWatchWildlife on Facebook.

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August Facts and Historial Events On the 6th August 1762, the first-ever sandwich was created. It was named after the Earl of Sandwich when he requested a dish involving meat between two pieces of bread. As the story goes, he requested it as he was in the middle of a gambling game and didn’t want to interrupt it.

different though, as it is a sign of imagination, eternal sleep, and oblivion!

August was a big month for the U.S. Civil Rights Movement. It was on the 28th August 1963, that Martin Luther King Jr gave his famous “I have a dream” speech to 250,000 people on the steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C. Considered to be one of the most iconic speeches in the history of the US, King’s speech called for the end of racial discrimination and for equal rights to all.

There are of course many incredibly famous and important people who have been born in August including Usain Bolt, Madonna, Sean Connery, Barack Obama, Whitney Houston and although not famous, I myself (Debbie).

Unlike most other months, August has just one birthstone – peridot. One of the lesser-known gems, peridots come in shades from grassgreen to a more earthy olive hue. They’re quite a unique gem, and quite rare as they can only be found from two very different sources – they August was once the sixth month of the year. can be formed deep in the earth and expelled In the original ten-month Roman calendar, the to the surface along with lava, and they can be month went by the name of Sextilis, meaning found in meteorites! “the sixth month” in Latin.

August was a fateful month for the ancient August is also a little bit unique. In a standard Roman city of Pompeii. On the 24th August, year, there is no other month that begins on the 79AD, Mount Vesuvius erupted near the city. same day of the week as August.

The mountain spewed out great clouds of ash, smoke, and pumice, which rained down on Back in the days of the Anglo-Saxons, the Pompeii’s citizens. Unfortunately for Pompeii, month was called Weod Monath. Its translation that wasn’t the end of it either – next came of “weed month” is quite literal – in this month molten lava, which buried the remaining weeds and other plants grow the fastest. residents 7 feet (2.1m) deep!

August is apparently a relatively common name for boys in Sweden. In 2014 it was reported to be the 55th most common name for newborn baby boys. Ironically, only 22 Those born in August are brought into this percent of Swedish boys named August were world under one of two-star signs. If you were actually born in August! born before the 22nd August, you’re considered to be a Leo. If you’re born on the 23rd or later, Rock music lost a you’re a Virgo. Leos are said to be very proud living legend on the people who display great leadership. Virgos, on 16th August 1977, the other hand, are analytical and hardworking when Elvis Presley people, while still being kind and loyal. left the world behind.

The King of Rock’s August has two birth flowers – the vibrant health had been multi-coloured gladiolus and the deep crimson going downhill for poppy. The gladiolus flower is said to represent some time, but his generosity, strength of character, and deep death was a shock to sincerity. The poppy flower couldn’t be more the world.

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Open your doors to staycations, all year round Isle of Wight Hideaways is looking to expand its portfolio of self-catering holiday properties.

Our portfolio is made up of properties with something a little bit ‘special’, whether it’s a breath-taking location, centuries of history or a touch of luxury. From stylish hideaways oozing with coastal chic to real-life lighthouse cottages; from pretty bungalows to stately homes, and everything in between – we pride ourselves on offering some of the very best quality holiday accommodation available.

To meet the ever-increasing demand from our guests for characterful holiday homes, we’re always looking for new properties to join our portfolio – and letting your holiday home has never been easier. As a local, friendly and enthusiastic team based on Ventnor High Street, Isle of Wight Hideaways are well placed to make the process of sharing your holiday home easy and enjoyable. We are passionate about the island and pride ourselves on the services we can offer to meet your individual needs at competitive rates, be it a Marketing or Marketing and Managed service; and we offer flexibility to our owners on the use of their properties.

With tailored services to suit your needs, you can be involved as much or as little as you like, knowing that you and your guests are well looked after. We can take care of the day-to-day things for you, or if you’d prefer to look after things yourself, that’s fine too.

Perhaps you’re starting from scratch and looking to buy, already own a property or maybe you’re with another agency and are looking for a change? Whatever the reason, with Isle of Wight Hideaways, you can relax in the knowledge that we deliver excellent occupancy levels and manage all of our properties with the same care and attention as if they were our own, so you know you’re in safe hands.

We are part of the Hideaways Holidays Group Ltd, which not only includes eight regional brands but also runs alongside Rural Retreats, a long-established luxury holiday letting agency with a nationwide portfolio. Being a part of this family means there is the potential to market your property not only through Isle of Wight Hideaways, but also to a much wider audience via our other brands.

With no joining or annual fee and competitive commission rates, we have so much to offer our valued homeowners and we delight in providing the very best service to both guests and owners. We’d love to hear from you, so, don’t miss the opportunity – find out more about letting with us today.

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dates for your diary Every Wednesday – Mountbatten Community Choir is meeting again at the hospice from 6pm – 7.45pm for a weekly uplifting sing. Everyone is welcome to come and join in. No need to be able to read music and no previous experience necessary. For more information contact Fraser Simpson (choir director) on 07834 322316 or email fraser.simpson@mountbatten.org.uk

collating news or something else. Go along and have a chat. There will be tea and coffee, and some biscuits. All they ask for is a donation in the bucket to help them to keep going.

Saturday 6th August – Vectis Radio Coffee Morning 10am to midday in the studio at the Riverside Centre. Meet some of the presenters and other listeners. Maybe you would like to join their team of volunteers, whether that is presenting, marketing,

Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th August – Sandown Bay Regatta. There will be sea and shore side fun for everyone plus a free music event and market stalls lining Sandown Esplanade, Magic Shows and

Saturday 7th August – Family Fun Day at Broadlea Primary School, Newport Rd, Sandown PO36 9PE from 12pm – 4pm, Wolf Guards Vikings, Sporting Bears Cars, Every Friday – Calbourne Recreation glitter tattoos, face painting, Wight Ices, Ground Car Boot Sale (weather dependant) bouncy castle, tombola, games, raffle and Gates open 3pm – sellers set up - 4pm (£5 much more. per pitch) and Buyer’s access – 4.30pm.

Monday 8th – Saturday 13th August – Jigsaw Every Saturday – Colwell Common Car Puzzle Festival at St. James’ Church, East Boot Sale. Sellers set up from 8.30am and Cowes PO32 6RL. Open daily 10am - 4pm buyers from 9am – Cars £5 and vans £7. plus Wednesday and Thursday evenings 6No need to book – just turn up. Weather 30pm - 8-30pm. Admission: Adults £1.50, Children FREE accompanied by an adult. permitting.

100’s of completed Jigsaw Puzzles on Every Sunday – fighting Cocks Car Boot display and for sale.

Sale. 9am – 11am (sellers from 8.30am – Cars £7 and Vans £10) For further Wednesday 10th August Ventnor Children’s enquiries please contact Laura - laura@ Carnival – starting in Dudley Road at 12 thefightingcocksiow.co.uk or 01983 865254. noon. Followed by Ventnor Main Carnival from 7pm starting in Albert Street and on Weather permitting event.

Saturday 13th August and the Illuminated Wednesday 3rd August – Shanklin Main Carnival starting at Albert Street at 9pm.

Carnival – Parade starts in Popham Road Thursday 11th August – Shanklin Regatta. at 7pm.

A whole day of fun along Shanklin Seafront.

Saturday 6th August – Shanklin Illuminated Dancers, stalls, quiz, beach games, Regatta carnival – Floats and parade start in Popham Queen Knobbly Knees, BBQ, and much more including fireworks at 9.30pm Road at 9.15pm

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All event information was correct at time of print but could be subject to change at any time.

dates for your diary Stage performances.

To finish off the weekend there will be a spectacular fireworks finale on Sunday 14th August at 9.30pm Friday 19th August- One of the Island’s top bands, “The Alberts” will be playing the East Cowes Vics Football Club Clubhouse, Beatrice Avenue, East Cowes from 8pm 11pm. Bar opens from 6.30pm, free entry and free parking. All welcome.

Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st August - The Isle of Wight Garlic Festival at The Fighting Cocks Crossroads, just outside of Newchurch. Tickets in advance or on the day. FREE parking - Sat Nav postcode: PO36 0LU. For more information go to www.garlicfestival.co.uk Wednesday 24th– Saturday 27th August.

FREE Daily Carnival workshops from 10am – 12 noon or 2pm – 4pm. Sewing Seeds of Ryde. Join Shademakers at Department, Cross St, Ryde to make large, detailed flowers which will be attached to a wheeled structure that will be in the carnival processions. You can book on more that one session. All under 16’s must be accompanied by an adult. To book: Please contact Lily on lilygeorge9@ hotmail.co.uk Thursday 25th August – Newport Illuminated Carnival – starting at Church Litten and moving off at 9pm Thursday 25th – Monday 29th August Isle of Wight International Scooter Rally August Bank Holiday Weekend at Sandown Airport. On site there will be licensed bars, food and camping area, huge traders

village. Lots of entertainment at Sandown Airport including an International Custom Show, bands, DJs, Soul Room. Rideout on Sunday. For more information, please visit www.vfmscoot.co.uk Saturday 27th August – Children’s Carnival Day in Ryde. 11am-3pm. With the help of Shademakers, New Carnival Company, Raw Samba, Huxley the Magician and many more we put on a number of fun and engaging activities for all the family.

The event will take place in different locations in Ryde town centre. Such as Minghella’s Square and the Town Square and a Children’s Parade through the High Street.

Monday 29th August – St Helens Carnival – starting from The Green and moving off at 6.30pm Wednesday 31st August – Sandown Illuminated Carnival. Assemble along Culver Parade from 6:30pm, judging starts at 7:30pm. The main carnival procession starts from Sandown Library at 8:30pm, leading on a route around the town and finishing back at the library -the best viewpoints include: Beachfield Road, Royal Crescent, Melville Street, Fitzroy Street, Station Avenue and Albert Road.

Thursday 1st September – Ryde Main Carnival – starting at the Esplanade and moving off at 6.30pm. Followed by Ryde Illuminated Carnival on Saturday 3rd September moving off at 8.30pm. Come and join the fun and soak up the heady atmosphere of the evening.

All event information was correct at time of print but could be subject to change at any time.

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EVENTS AT LORD LOUIS LIBRARY What’s happening in August Tea and Chat for the Over 60s - Monday 8th & 22nd at 10.30am-12pm Find out about being a PA drop in Tuesday 2nd, 10.30am-12.00pm Friends of Lord Louis Library Book sale Saturday 6th, at 9am-4pm

Home Ed Lego Club (age 5+) – Monday 8th 10.30-11.30am Junk Modelling session – Thursday 4th 10am-12pm Lost in Space with Jules Marriner- hear her book Dogstar and make a rocket – Friday 12th, 2 - 3.30pm. Get your free ticket from the help point. Age 5+ Family Lego session – build a robot! – Saturday 20th 10am-12pm

Wildlife Trust drop in – Monday 8th 10am12pm People’s Library, hire a human book and have a chat and a cuppa – Tuesday 9th 10am-12pm, book your session at the library in advance.

Knit and Natter – Thursday 4th at 10am12pm & 18th at 2-4pm RCS support drop in for unemployed people looking for help to retrain and find work Tuesday 16th at 10.30am-12.30pm Digital Support drop ins with Age UK IW, Thursday 11th & 25th, 10.30am-12pm

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News Report by Julie Jones-Evans. Tel 521068 or 07886 437688 E: julie.jones-evans@iow.gov.uk T: @juliejonesevans F: Julie Jones-Evans It’s all steam ahead for the pedestrian improvements in Newport High Street and St James’s Square. The plans were developed by a community design panel, made up of design professionals, local residents, businesses and user groups, as part of the Newport High Street Heritage Action Zone programme to regenerate the High Street.

for up to one hour can park for FREE. More than 180 residents took part in a sixweek public consultation on the plans with around 70 per cent stating more pedestrian space would make their experience of the town better.

As you know this has been a long time in The plans aim to create a vibrant town centre the making and now the green light has been where residents can move around freely and given, we can see the physical change early in easily, with room to stop and browse in shop 2023. windows or socialise in a more people-friendly space.

It’s exciting to see a new tenant go into the Co-op building in South Street and an It is hoped the changes, which include new application has also appeared for the old paving and improved pedestrian crossing Laura Ashley building. So, to all the nayfacilities, will help stimulate further private sayers that purport Newport is dying, the investment from building owners and local evidence is showing the opposite. businesses, further enhancing the street scene.

At the Shaping Newport forum recently, we The key proposals include: had a presentation from the NHS about their plans for the old HMV building. I must say • wider pavements on both sides of the we were really impressed with how accessible High Street. this new mental hub will be and a great • narrowing the road to encourage drivers to community use for this empty building. slow down.

• extending St James’ Square to provide new Only a few doors away at 64 High Street public space around the Victoria Memorial. Newport and Carisbrooke Community • new areas of planting, more seating and Council’s building is at the stage where we cycle racks installed in clusters to minimise will be going out to tender for the building clutter. works required to create our office, meeting • three new dedicated parking bays for space, shoplets and heritage centre. This disabled people on the High Street. is quite a significant investment by us, • extending the existing High Street loading and we have a local Newport firm who bay. are experienced in project management overseeing everything, ensuring the plans and While some on-street parking will be lost budget are delivered. under the plans, alternative parking is available close-by.

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News report from Cllr Andrew Garratt for Parkhurst & Hunnyhill Email: andrew.garratt@iow.gov.uk - Tel: 01983 524623 I’m writing this report in mid-July, and we are in the middle of a heatwave. I expect August will see similar weather. It’s great to enjoy the summer sun, but do keep in mind the advice of the NHS on coping in hot weather at www.nhs.uk/Live-well/seasonalhealth/heatwave-how-to-cope-in-hot-weather

I’ve continued to have discussions with members of the Alliance Group that runs the council to try to persuade them to significantly reduce this number.

My priorities are ensuring Parkhurst Forest and other environmentally important areas are properly protected, minimising Cars, particularly, can get very hot, very the potential impact of development on quickly. In mine, I measured a temperature of 42°C (108°F). This is why the NHS makes infrastructure and services, and ensuring development provides not only housing it clear to never leave anyone in a closed, but facilities that are needed locally. I’m parked vehicle, especially children and particularly keen to see truly affordable animals. housing to rent and buy, especially for key workers.

Have you considered being a school governor? If so, Hunnyhill Primary School Usually, August is also a quiet month would like to hear from you. politically. However, the forthcoming You don’t need any particular qualifications. departure of Boris Johnson as Prime Minister will see a lot of attention on his It’s about the skills and experience you can potential successor. bring to the team. Also, you don’t have to have a child at the school as it already has It’s vital that whoever takes over has clear its parent governors. If you are interested, plans to tackle the cost-of-living crisis. please email clerk@hunnyhillschool.co.uk The latest projections for energy bills are August is a month of very few, if any, council horrifying and the government will have to do much more to help. In a recent catch-up meetings with staff being able to take some with the leader of the council, we touched of the month to get a much-needed break. upon what the council can do to help those most in need. If you have thoughts on this, I’ll also be taking a day or two off from the council laptop from time to time, so although please let me know.

I’ll keep checking emails there may be a I’m pleased to see that the second phase delay in replying. of installing new streetlights on the prison estates is nearing completion. This winter That said, council business will still be will be the first in decades in which the on my mind, particularly as Isle of Wight estates are properly lit!

Council proposes to make a final decision on the Island Planning Strategy. You may The council can then move on to resurfacing remember from previous reports that the draft plan would mean 1,025 extra houses in those roads which are now in its ownership. the northern part of Parkhurst & Hunnyhill A lot of survey work has had to be done, but ward.

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News report from Cllr Andrew Garratt continued there should be a proper plan in place soon.

I’m hopeful that work will be under way this autumn.

Finally, as ever, please get in touch if there is an issue that affects you – however ‘big’ or ‘small’. My contact details are above.

I also try to keep residents updated on issues through my personal councillor website at andrewgarratt.mycouncillor.org.uk

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From joy’s humble

crumble kitchen

At times there seems to be more ‘month’ left than money. Here are a few recipe ideas (from your store cupboard) that may help you to stretch the gap!

CHICKPEA PANCAKES 1 tin chickpeas - rinse well through strainer and drain 1 egg - little milk.

Blend the chickpeas then add the egg and milk to make a batter consistency.

Put a little oil in a non-stick pan and cook the pancakes 1 - 2 minutes each side.

Top with sliced bananas, a little honey, peanut butter or fresh berries.

TUNA BAKE (serves 6)

FALAFEL BURGERS

400g can chickpeas - rinse well and drain 1 small onion - chopped 1 clove garlic - chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground coriander pinch chilli powder 2 tbsp plain flour 4 pitta bread

Pat dry the chickpeas. Put all the ingredients, plus seasoning, in a bowl. Using a hand blender blend until fairly smooth and mixed together. Shape into 4 patties using your hands. Fry 3 minutes on each side. Serve in a split pitta with any salad you may have.

Oven 180C / gas 4

600g macaroni / penne pasta.

1 tin condensed cream of mushroom soup 2 x 110 tins tuna - drained 326g tin sweetcorn - drained grated cheddar - optional

Boil the pasta - (following pkt, instructions) and drain. Add the mushroom soup, tuna, and sweetcorn to the pasta (add a little water if mixture looks too thick).

Mix together and transfer to a baking dish.

Sprinkle the cheese over and bake 15 - 20 minutes until golden

TIP P O T

serves 4)

LENTIL and MUSHROOM LOAF (4 generous portions) 2 tins of lentils - rinse well - drain 1 onion - finely chopped 2 cloves of garlic - finely chopped 3 oz mushrooms - chopped good squeeze tomato sauce 1 egg beaten half a teaspoon thyme and seasoning

Mix all the ingredients with the drained lentils.

Press down well into a lightly greased dish bake for 40 minutes and serve with an onion gravy. Can be eaten with roast potatoes and vegetables or salad - will serve 6 if using as part of a roast.

Empty ketchup/mustard containers - a great way for decorating cakes/cookies.