January 2022 Newport & Carisbrooke Area
FREE
Your Local Community Magazine
Baby steps to big change by Maggie Currie It is usually best to ease into a big change by starting small. By making small changes with baby steps we allow ourselves to grow into a new habit and make it a permanent part of our lives. Making a sudden change may set us up to fail and that will make it difficult to go on, and we will be more likely to revert to our old ways. But don’t despair, even if we have made a sudden change and find ourselves contemplating the choice to start over again, we can decide to take it slowly this time, and move forward. The goals we set for ourselves are indicators of the need for change and are very useful in getting us moving in the right direction. However, it is possible that once we try out what we thought was ideal, we may find that it doesn’t actually suit us, or make us feel the way we had hoped. By taking baby steps we have the chance to look around and consider other options as we learn and grow. We have time to examine the underlying values of the desire for change and find ways to manifest those feelings, whether it looks exactly like our initial goal or not. Taking baby steps forward gives us time to adjust and find secure footing on our new path. Often life doesn’t give us the opportunity to anticipate or prepare for a big change, and we may find ourselves overwhelmed by what is in front of us. By choosing one thing to work on at a time, we focus our attention on something manageable, and eventually we will look up to see that we have accomplished quite a bit. Forcing change is, in essence, a sign that we do not trust the universe’s wisdom. Instead, we can listen to our inner guidance and make changes at a pace that is right for us, ensuring that we do so in alignment with the rhythm of the universe. If this has resonated with you in any way, please get in touch. I want to work with you so you have more freedom, more fun, less stress. I offer coaching and mentoring to you – for you to make the changes you want to in your life. Build your confidence in your abilities. Read my clients’ testimonials here. To help you to have more fun, more freedom and less stress. That is it. There is no catch. I believe in you. 2
My role is to hold space for you, to encourage, listen & align. You win, I win. I love my clients & adore coaching. Award Winning Transformational Coach
Get in touch today
Email: hello@maggiecurrie.co.uk
www.maggiecurrie.co.uk 01983 754 620
As we roll into a new year and welcome 2022 into our lives, it is unsurprisingly mixed with some trepidation as we wonder what is just ahead for us. The last couple of years have been hard and at some point, we have all been touched and affected by the forever changing world that we live in. Something that I have learnt over this time is that we can only live in the ‘present’... there is no point in worrying about the past, it’s gone, and we can’t change it and don’t stress about the future as it hasn’t happened yet. On that note, I would now like to wish you all a Happy New Year and I hope you had a wonderful Christmas. I’m sure many overindulged (like myself) and I put no limit on the amount of turkey or chocolate I could eat over the festive period. The Island comes to a bit of a standstill in January but if you have any events happening in February or March, please send me the details and I can share them on our ‘Dates for your Diary’ pages.
Inside this issue you will find the regular news reports from local councillors, information, editorials, puzzles, and adverts from local businesses. As I am always known for saying “please support local businesses and use their services when you can.” All our advertisers work really hard and the last couple of years have been hard hitting to many of them so I know they will appreciate your support. If you have community news and information that you would like to share or are a business that would like to advertise with us, then please get in touch by any of the means below. Island Magazines prides itself on working with and serving the community and I would like to thank all contributors, advertisers, and readers for your continued support. Have a great January and I look forward to catching up with you again next month.
Debbie 07880 587 931 islandmagazines@gmail.com www.islandmagazines.co.uk facebook.com/islandmagazines twitter.com/islandmagazines Island Magazines Mailbox No 6 Store it Self Storage Ryde Unit 1 Nicholson Road Ryde, Isle of Wight, PO33 1BE All information is correct at time of printing
THIS SIZE ADVERT COULD BE YOURS FOR JUST £16 For more info email islandmagazines@gmail.com or call 07880 587931
Climate Change... Let’s all do our bit The hard-hitting news that the planet will reach its global warming limit within the next 20 years, causing irreversible environmental damage and more extreme weather events can no longer be ignored.
Research shows that by freeing up farmland to grow more trees, worldwide veganism would reduce greenhouse gases by 13 million tonnes over 20 years, which would amount to a 25% cut in global emissions.
Latest reports call for “rapid and large-scale reductions in greenhouse gas emissions”, Avoid fast fashion urging people to treat climate change as an Our taste for fast, cheap and disposable “immediate threat”. fashion is hurting the environment. You can dramatically cut down your It’s time for us to all be responsible in carbon footprint by scouring charity shops, taking steps to prevent climate change and rather than opting for fast fashion items although it may seem like an impossible and that have often been made abroad and daunting task a few small changes at home come with a lot of packaging. can make a difference. Buying clothes second Cut down on hand, selling or meat and dairy repurposing those you The average no longer want, and carnivore limiting how often diet produces you buy new items 7.2kg of will all help. carbon dioxide a day, almost Reduce your plastic twice as usage much as a Just small changes vegan diet. such as switching to Livestock is bamboo toothbrushes and using a reusable responsible for around 15% of world water bottle rather than buying new ones emissions and, according to researchers at can make a big difference. the University of Oxford, adopting a vegan diet is one of the best ways to reduce your Manufacturing plastic items adds impact on the environment. to greenhouse gas emissions, while plastic waste is also harmful to wildlife, If the thought of cutting out meat particularly in our seas. completely from your diet is looking like an impossible task, then take a smaller Reuse – Don’t just Recycle bite and try cutting out one meat meal a Although it is often pushed as the best week. Many families across the nation are thing you can do to help the planet, swapping one of their regular meat meals recycling has its own environmental for a plant-based meal. Join in and make implications. Monday meatless. continued over the page
Transporting and processing waste for recycling requires a lot of energy, which means higher CO2 emissions. So, before you recycle, look to see if you can reduce and reuse first. Reduce food waste Buy fruit and vegetables loose, freeze as much as you can and buy only as much as you need to cut waste. In the UK we throw away 17 per cent of our food uneaten – eliminating this waste alone would save 370kg a year of CO2 and save the average household around £500 a year. Wash clothes at low temperatures Avoid washing anything above 30ºC, and dry things on a line rather than in the tumble drier. Higher temperatures mean more energy is needed to heat the water, and modern washing tabs are able to do their job at cooler temperatures.
houseproud ! ‘solutions by Angela’ quality cleaning & ironing services help and support that works for you (further assistance readily available)
Call 07912 432 835
Decor Perfection
Domestic Decorating Services Female painter & Affordable, reliable & decorator clean Quality workmanship Painting & wallpapering Garden buildings & Half room to whole Furniture house CIS Registered and Fully No job to big or too small! Insured
For a FREE quote call Tanya on 07500 298070 @decorperfection E: tanyapedder2@gmail.com
Change your lightbulbs Swapping all your energy-guzzling lightbulbs for environmentally friendly LED ones saves 100kg of CO2 a year – an easy change that makes a difference. Cut use of aerosols Aerosol products used in the home now emit more harmful volatile organic compound air pollution than all the vehicles in the UK, according to York University. Switching to roll-on deodorants is an easy way to cut your carbon footprint. 5
A New Day, Month & Year For the majority of people, January symbolises new beginnings and a fresh start. For others, it’s just another ordinary month! Check out these facts about January and some notable historical events that happened in this month throughout history.
Contact Lui Tel: 520522 Mob: 07795 363 534 www.primotechnical.co.uk primotechnical@gmail.com
The name for January comes from the Roman god, Janus, who is always depicted with two heads. He uses one head to look back on the year before, and the other head to look forward into the New Year! Couples tend to separate or divorce more so in January than any other month of the year. If you were born in January, your birthstone is a garnet! Some historical names for January include “Wulfmonath,” which came from the Anglo-Saxons because it was the month hungry wolves would come scavenging. King Charlemagne would call it “Wintermanoth” meaning “winter/cold month.” Originally, the Roman calendar had only 10 months, and it excluded January and February. King Numa Pompilius, the second king of Rome, is responsible for adding both January and February to the Roman calendar. He did this so calendars would be equivalent to a lunar year. Even so, it only had 30 days. Julius Caesar added the 31st day to the month and completed it to the full month of January we practice now! Generally, January is the coldest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere. January has two zodiac signs – Capricorn, which is until January 19, and Aquarius, which is for the rest of the month. The dianthus caryophyllus is the birth flower of January – more commonly known as the carnation! One of the most influential events in the U.S. happened in January – on January 1, 1892, Ellis Island opened, allowing for the immigration of over 20 million people! The first Penal Colony in Australia was established in January 1788 by the British in order to relieve overcrowded English prisons.
Events at Lord Louis Library Tel No 01983 823823 Rhymetime for babies and toddlers – Every Friday 10am and 11am Lego Club (5+) – Tuesday 4th & 18th January 3.30-4.30pm Duplo Group for toddlers Every Tuesday, 10.30-11.30am Over 60s – Monday 10th January, 10.30am12pm Over 60s – Monday 24th January, 10.3012pm. Come along for a tea and a chat about Island Trains in the past. Knit and Natter, Thursday 6th January 10am-12pm and Thursday 20th January 2-4pm RCS Employability drop in (help with job seeking) Tuesday 18th January 10.30am - 12.30pm.
01983 524413 07734956743 info@amphireltd.com www.amphireltd.com • Emptying Cesspits/Septic Tanks • Drain Jetting • Road Gully Cleaning • Toilet Hire • Events Equipment Call us now for free advice from one of our experienced technicians or book your water waste treatment.
Broadway Landscaping & Home Improvements • • • • •
Landscaping Fencing Patios & Decking Building Work Bespoke Garden Buildings
Mobile 07766 001152 www.broadwaylhi.com email: broadwaylhi@gmail.com
DIANA’S SHOWCASE
Knitting Wool & Haberdashery Knitting & sewing accessories, including babies knitwear, dolls clothes & much, much more.
NOW OPEN AT 61 Pyle Street, Newport Mon - Sat 9.30am to 5pm
Bloom Hairdressing Style in the comfort of
your own home. Fully qualified. Over 25 years experience in all areas of hairdressing. Please call Kirsty for all enquiries 01983 241190 or 07773 571187 Fully Covid-19 compliant Bloom Hairdressing www.bloomhairdressing.co.uk
The views and opinions expressed by contributors and advertisers are their own and do not reflect the views of the Editor or Island Magazines unless stated otherwise. Island Magazines reserves the right to refuse or alter material where necessary. 7
A unique local shop that attracts residents from all areas is determined to make sure the High Street doesn’t disappear. Owner of Cowes Town Central, Steve Tewkesbury has created a unique interactive shopping experience in the Centre of Cowes High Street. Inspired by The Shambles, in York, CTC is an Aladdin’s cave, department store, and fourteen individual shops rolled into one!!! Based in the former NatWest Bank Building, every nook and cranny has been converted into a unique shopfront including the vault and the hole in the wall, yet it remains open planned with plenty of space. A lot of thought has gone into the design and each individual shop has been hand-picked for its unique wares. ‘Socks of Cowes’ has a range to meet every taste and their vast collection of ‘Good Mood Socks’ are a well-known brand for something a bit different and they now come with matching ladies’ briefs, but do not worry if you are more of a traditionalist as they also stock other brands including a range of thermals! The whole experience of shopping here has been made interactive and you can try before you buy hand and body creams and lotions in Aquazen Bath and Body Care. That Umbrella Shop has every colour, pattern, and style you could possibly want and the main focal point throughout the whole of Cowes Town Central is that every budget is catered for. While wandering through the themed streets as shown on the map opposite you will come across surprises and delights within each unique shop and together there are over 7,000 products with plans to expand in the near future. This really is the one and only type of shopping experiences of this kind on the Island and when you get here you will find that it’s probably more of an attraction (without an entrance fee to pay). There is much to see and do, the space is open, and you are encouraged to wander from room to room and be safe in the knowledge that all government guidelines are being followed and is fully compliant including the automatic electronic temperature reader at the front of the store and the UV light virus killer machine that cleans the air. If you can’t get to the shop in person, don’t worry as you can shop from the comfort of your own home and still enjoy the experience of 14 shops under one roof at www.cowestowncentral.co.uk Ensuring our High Street stays alive with ‘fresh inspirational ideas’ is important to Steve who is community orientated and when Cowes did not have a main Post Office he stepped forward and found room in his shop to accommodate a Post Office counter and took on staff to run this vital community asset. Please don’t just take my word for it… see for yourself and take this advert with you for 10% discount. 8
10% discount with this advert throughout January 2022
10% discount with this advert throughout January 2022
9
News report from Cllr Andrew Garratt for Parkhurst & Hunnyhill Email: andrew.garratt@iow.gov.uk - Tel: 01983 524623 I hope that all readers have had as enjoyable For many years, the council a Christmas and New Year possible given the has been engaging with them about regenerating land the MoJ owns on ongoing Covid pandemic. and around Camp Hill prison. In November last year, the deputy leader of the council This year is The Queen’s Platinum Jubilee. told a meeting of the council’s Policy and The celebrations will see the creation of Scrutiny Committee for Neighbourhoods several new cities. I have backed the bid and Regeneration that the Camp Hill site was made for Newport and Carisbrooke. The submission has evidence of our area’s many not one of the council’s new administration’s royal connections, including reference to the priorities. I have asked the council’s leadership to formally set out what this means then Albany Barracks where, in 1959, the especially as the land itself is in the council’s amalgamation parade for the formation of draft planning strategy with a proposal for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Royal Regiment (Berkshire and Wiltshire) took place. Its first around 1,200 homes. set of Colours were received from the late As well as representing Parkhurst and Duke himself, as Colonel-in-Chief. Hunnyhill residents on IW Council, I am I’ve previously mentioned the safety concerns also chair of the Audit Committee. One of our roles is to look at the council’s financial about crossing Hunnycross Way near the mini roundabout near Lidl. The next step is a performance. At our December meeting we pedestrian count by the council, so they have approved the council’s annual accounts. They the data needed on how many people cross at may not seem exciting reading, but I would recommend residents look at the accounts as this point and at what times of day. they have a vast amount of information on how the council spends our money. Road safety is also helped by good street lighting, so it has been good to see that the Another document I’d recommend residents installation of the new streetlights on the look at is the new Isle of Wight Council prison estates is well under way. If you are Corporate Plan. I was happy to support on one of the roads which are owned by this, particularly with its key priorities of householders, then the council may have providing affordable housing for Island asked for a consent form to be completed. residents, acting on climate change, and Please return that if you have not already boosting the Island economy. With about a done so. Once the street lighting has third of Island children in relative poverty, I been installed the council can move on to improving those roads that it has taken over was very pleased that the council accepted my amendment to the plan to ensure that from the Ministry of Justice. addressing poverty will be an overarching consideration of all council activities. The work on upgrading the traffic lights at Coppins Bridge is again under way. As part As always, I hope that residents will get in of the works, the High Street will be closed with traffic diverted via St James Street and touch if there is an issue that affects them. Hunnycross Way. I have asked the council to I know people sometimes hesitate to do so closely monitor the impact this has especially about ‘small’ issues, but if it’s affecting your life then it’s important and I’m happy to help if it leads to congestion. and advise.
Fancy something a little different? Why not try your local community radio station. Vectis Radio on FM 104.6 and online
www.vectisradio.com/listen
subscribe Never miss out on reading a copy of Island Magazines. If you can’t get out to pick up a copy from local distributors you can subscribe to either our ‘DIGITAL’ or ‘PRINTED’ edition each month. For DIGITAL subscriptions please email islandmgazines@gmail.com and include the words ‘subscribe Newport digital’ in the email, then sit back, relax and wait for the next issue to drop into your email inbox. For PRINTED subscriptions there will be a small charge of £1.20 per month payable 6 months in advance. Email islandmagazines@gmail.com with your name, address and include the words ‘Subscribe Newport Print’ or call us on 07880 587 931.
Grief is overwhelming. Let us help. If you’re struggling after someone close to you has died, there’s lots we can do to support adults and children. We can provide information, advice or simply listen. Find out how we can help you by: Visiting - www.cruse.org.uk Calling us on 01983 523030 Email us at isleofwight@cruse.org.uk
You’re not alone Registered Charity No. 208078 | A Company Limited by Guarantee No. 638709 (London) Unit 0.1, One Victoria Villas, Richmond, TW9 2GW
News Report by Julie Jones-Evans. Tel 521068 or 07886 437688 E: julie.jones-evans@iow.gov.uk T: @juliejonesevans F: Julie Jones-Evans Firstly, please let me wish you all a very Happy New Year! We have all risen marvellously to the challenges of 2021 and found strength in each other and our community, a special thanks to all those who have volunteered and cared for those who are vulnerable and in need. The Tom Woolgar Trust will be accepting applications for older residents (over 65) in Newport to assist with fuel payments. Please call the Clerk of Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council on 529119 to find out how to apply. For others who find they are struggling, please contact The Footprint Trust who help people experiencing fuel poverty and Citizen’s Advice who are the first point of contact for the Connect4Communities scheme to help with food and fuel poverty on the Island this winter. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to these organisations, they can help, don’t suffer in silence. In the first weekend of June, we will be celebrating across the country and in Newport the Platinum Jubilee of HM Queen Elizabeth 2nd. There are 4 days of celebrations from Thursday 2nd until Sunday 5th June. The Jubilee Pageant, on Sunday in London, will be led by Shademakers Carnival Company based in Ryde, a huge honour. They are making magnificent costumes showcasing “The Queens Beasts” heraldic creatures who will be dancing to the rhythms of drums and pipes from across the 4 corners of the world. Definitely a spectacle worth watching. In Newport we have started working on our local celebrations and we are looking at a large-scale community event with local businesses, residents and schools getting involved. Lots of planning 12
to do and we have already started putting applications in for funding. I have put in a bid to Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council to enable us to put on some entertainment. It’s going to be a great party! We are also hoping it will be a double celebration, as we should know by then if our bid to become a city has been successful. The full list of which towns have applied for city status hasn’t been released (at the time of writing) but I understand that Guildford, Medway, Dudley, Ballymena, Bangor, Wrexham, Crewe, Warrington, Northampton and Milton Keynes had declared their intention to apply. My research shows that out of 48 English Counties, 11 don’t have a city and we are one of course. If we get clearance, it would be great to publish the application from Newport and Carisbrooke, as it’s a great document outlining our Royal connections, history, population, transport, employment, entertainment, natural world etc. It makes a fascinating read and the 50 photos that accompany the application really give the reader a sense of place. We don’t know when the announcement will be made, just sometime in the Spring or Summer. The Christmas Pop-Up Shops went well in 64 High Street, the site is now owned by Newport and Carisbrooke Community Council, and we will be finalising the long-term plans for the whole building this month. It’s great that Shaping Newport can work as a partnership and give small traders an opportunity to trade in the High Street. We look forward to doing more such projects.
Bringing the Community together in one place The Isle of Wight Community Club is a long-standing establishment that brings people together, not just from the local area but from all corners of the Island. Based in Park Road, Cowes (formerly known as the Plessey Club) they have some of the best facilities on the Island and cater for everyone. They are a family friendly club and can bring people together for social, sports and celebration events. They host regular weekly and monthly events, including bingo night, tea dances, The Evergreen Club for the over 60’s, bridge and crib, cheese and wine evenings, live entertainment, family discos and karaoke nights to name just a few. Everyone is welcome to attend these events. If sports is more your ‘thing’, whether watching, playing or taking part in the social side then the IOWCC is the perfect place for you. They are always looking for more players/teams for a variety of sporting events.
Isle of Wight Community Club
Park Road, Cowes, PO31 7NP
Tel. 01983 292238 www.iowcc.com
Charity No. CASC 04262
Sports & Social Events
Football, Cricket, Cards, Pool, Darts, Dancing, Bingo, Petanque, Live Music Events, Panto & Murder Mystery, Indoor & Outdoor Bowls, Fireworks and much more...
Club Lounge Available for Hire Weddings, Birthdays, Anniversaries, Wakes, Corporate Events, Seminars Etc...
Catering Available
To receive more details or to make a booking please call us or see our website and Facebook page or email us at info@iowcc.com Free Island delivery on all orders over £15
The Island’s largest selection of Fabrics, Wool, Haberdashery and Foam.
Do you have an event such as a wedding, Shop instore at 3-5 Lugley Street, anniversary, birthday or a corporate event Newport. (behind Boots) or online at coming up? The Club Lounge is the ideal www.hellerslea.co.uk or by phone on setting to celebrate. The Lounge can be 01983 526104 decorated and transformed to turn any event from great to fabulous and for those that want the full experience catering is also available. The Isle of Wight Community Club has something for everyone, and 2022 is going to be a great year for live entertainment and events. Who doesn’t like a game of bowls or petanque when the sun is shining? With so many activities in one place the only sensible thing to do is to become a member. For more details you can go to their website at www.iowcc.com and see their main advert.
13
www.islandmagazines.co.uk PUZZLE PAGE
www.islandmagazines.co.uk ANAGRAMS
Rearrange the letters to make words related to the winter season
1. DLOC 2. AOENSS 3. IDLAZRZB 4. TRSFO 5. IABRETHEN 6. SGEOLV 7. SARFC 8. FREI 9. MEUPRJ 10. EZEREF 11. ETAHER 12. ICCRAT Wordsearch
14
Follow us on
Sudoku
ACETONE ASTERISK BAKERY BUILD CAIRN CELLS CLOY DEPOSITORY EXPANSIVELY FESTIVITY FUNERAL GLADIATOR GUSHED ILLS IMITATES ITCH ITINERARY KEPT LADY METRO MONO MYNA NAIAD NARC
PUZZLE PAGE
www.islandmagazines.co.uk
Follow us on
Kriss Kross - Can you work out where each word goes in the grid to complete a crossword style puzzle?
3 LETTERS FAS IFS
4 LETTERS HEMS HERE HYPE ISMS ROUE
5 LETTERS BLINI DOSES EASES EDGES INURE OASES PAVED POSED PRIES PRIVY PUSES SAUDI SISES SPIED SPIES SQUAB
LAST MONTHS ANSWER
15
Do you have a dream? As we tidy away all the Christmas wrappings and sparkle, I find myself looking towards the brand-new year – and thinking about what I’d love to achieve in 2022. More importantly than what, though, is how and why. If you’d still love to lose weight in this shiny new year, then all you need to do is bring me your why – I’ve got the how absolutely covered. In my Slimming World groups, we have an inspirational NEW 2022-member pack out! Plus, our shorter, ideas-packed group session, to supercharge your Food Optimising know-how, to boost your weight losses and your motivation this January – and to help you make those long-lasting habit changes that will see you reach your dream weight and stay there for good. Our group really is where the magic happens!
Carisbrooke St Thomas of Canterbury Primary School NEW GROUP OPENS 7th JANUARY
Friday - 5.30pm & 7pm Saturday - 8am, 9.30am & 11am
Call Kim on 07855 747893
Stepping through the doors can be nerve-wracking. Please know that – whatever the scales say – there’s nothing but understanding and a warm smile to welcome you – no judgement, no questions, no looking back. This is a fresh start – your fresh start – and we’re in it with you. St Thomas of Canterbury Primary School FRIDAYS- 5.30pm and 7pm – OPENS 7th JANUARY SATURDAYS - 8am, 9.30am and 11am There are various offers and other new and exclusive member benefits – so if you’re thinking “shall I, shan’t I”… please get in touch. There really is no time like the present – and no place like Carisbrooke Slimming World to take control and achieve that happy, healthy weight you dream of. Happy New Year from Kim at Carisbrooke Slimming World Group