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12 political debate

Contributors Waheeda Soomro and Kathy Jones

Finally, make sure you book your space to participate in the local political debate on 22nd April and learn more about your future MP.

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This year Buzz supports the NSPCC Berkshire ChildLine School Service Appeal and our celebrity is the Patron for the NSPCC, TV presenter, Anna Williamson. Turn to page 18 to find out about her career and her dedication to the charity.

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We welcome Lauren Griffiths as the “Ask the Expert” on hair, whom will cover trends in the hairdressing industry, its secrets and tips on styles.

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your Community. your voice.

Chamber update Before the Christmas break, the West Berks Chamber was pleased to provide a letter of support to an application for a proposed development at London Road.

The scheme was designed to develop an area that faces the northern approach to Newbury from the A34, just off the Robin Hood roundabout.

The objective was to create a gateway to Newbury.

www.westberkschamber.tvchamber.co.uk

As a business stakeholder, the Chamber of Commerce is often asked to support development schemes – as a Chamber Council in West Berks we agree a collective response that assesses any scheme against the following criteria; quality of design, employment gain, inward investment opportunity and connection with the Newbury 2026 Vision.

The Education Business Partnership (EBP) in West Berkshire continues to build partnerships between the business and education sectors – an exciting initiative for 2015 will be encouraging ‘girls into technology’ – the Thames Valley is fortunate to have many technology focused businesses in the region and work is already underway to make the connections.

For more information about the West Berks Chamber of Commerce please call 01753 870500 Gary Cranford Business Manager West Berks Chamber of Commerce 4

your vote your voice

general election

7th may 2015

The UK holds a General Election every four years, our next election is on Thursday 7th May 2015. Any British citizen, Commonwealth citizen or a citizen of the Irish Republic aged 18 or over is entitled to vote (some exceptions). In order to cast your vote you need to be registered on the electoral register, you can apply for a postal vote – but you need to apply for this by 21st April 2015.

Some would have you believe there really isn’t any point voting, is this true? Are you and your vote worth so little? Is there no party or candidate worthy of your vote? Has politics become less concerned with you as an individual or community?

Have we become more disillusioned by our politicians? Is there too much hypocrisy and scandal around politics?

Evidently there is a rise in inequality, the gap keeps widening between those that have, and those that don’t have. We see greater levels of intolerance and a rise in blame culture in our neighbourhoods. Is this just a sign of the times, a reflection of global economic pressures and uncertainty perhaps?

What are your concerns? Are our political leaders dealing with them effectively?

The 2010 UK General Election results plunged democracy into crisis with a significantly low turnout. Michael Sani is a former teacher and founder of Bite The Ballot, a youth voter movement.

In his words to encourage involvement in politics he says, “Everything around you is political.

Whether the youth club stays open, the traffic on the roads, what houses get built, the local football pitch, what money the school gets, what treatment you get at hospital.”

The question remains who will you give this power of decision making to? It is your vote, your voice, use it wisely.

To find out more visit www.ukpolitical.info, www.gov.uk/voting-in-the-uk To join the debate visit Buzz. . . Please go to our website http://www.localbuzzmagazine.com/west-berkshire/category /your-community-your-voice/ Share your views, I would love to hear from you.

Waheeda Soomro

don’t miss The next issue of Buzz due out 1st April Buzz helped the Community Christmas last year and the support we received from Mike Estlea from Budgens in Wash Common was immense.

Berkshire Motor Show Sunday 5th July 2015 at Reading’s Prospect Park the Berkshire Motor Show shall be fund raising for the charity CHILD - Child Lung Foundation.org. Charity Reg. 1138491 Organised by Steph Awbery from Burghfield common, who has raised thousands of pounds for different charities over the years.

It all started after her parents died, and wanted to give something back into the community.

A bIG thanks

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For more information and bookings – www.berkshiremotorshow.co.uk or call steph on 07990667503

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to Budgens!

Unit 4, Monument Close, Essex St, Newbury RG14 6QW

We would like to thank Mike for his generosity for providing 50 bags of food for the elderly which had a massive impact.

Partnering the Budgens’ name with local ownership means we can work more closely with our community and offer a real point of difference from the big national retailers.

of community life, helping with local good causes, supporting learning and employment for local people and helping local suppliers by stocking a wide range of their products.

Budgens has been in Wash Common for 40 years and for the last 8 has been owned and managed by Mike Estlea.

An essential aspect of local ownership is to be at the heart

Work Experience places urgently needed. . .

The Education Business Partnership are keen to find organisations that are willing to help students gain an important taste of the workplace; in particular in the motor vehicle industry, business, IT and animal care as soon as possible.

This will provide broader opportunities for young people from local schools to get an insight into working practices. The ideal time for placement will be March, June and July.

If you are able to offer placements, or would like more information, please call Julia at the EBP on 01635 279906

To share your community news contact editor@localbuzzmagazine.com

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This year’s event, we have lots of car & Bike & 4x4 clubs on display, HGV’S plus live wrestling and Treepirate captain chainsaw carvers plus Fun Fair, Tug of war and craft /trade stall’s.

If you would like to be involved with Community Christmas 2015, please go to localbuzzmagazine.com and click on Buzz Charities.

things I didn’t know before I read Buzz magazine

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Buzz is having a political debate at St Bart’s School on 22nd April at 6pm - you can email your questions prior to attending the debate. Go to our website for more information.

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Reiki was developed in 1922 by Japanese Buddhist Mikao Usui and that Lotus Healing has helped lots of local people and animals achieve great results by utilizing this technique.

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If you are a new business you can now join Buzz Connect and gain knowledge, support and expertise from a group of experienced professionals.

lindsey’s top tip

vigilance Thanks to West Berkshire residents remaining vigilant and security conscious as there was only one household burglary dwelling in the area between 22nd December and the 6th January.

Keep helping us by reporting any suspicious activity to 101 (non emergency) or dial 999 in an emergency.

For crime reduction advice go to www.thamesvalley.police.uk

Deputy Supt Lindsey Finch Local Policing Commander West Berkshire

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Halo Hair, Buzz Hair Expert, situated at Market Square in Newbury, is offering 50% discount off your first visit.

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‘Wrinkle relaxation’ is a term used by medical staff to describe the effects of injections with Botulinum toxin A, often colloquially called ‘Botox’.

Go to localbuzzmagazine.com for more updates on your local area 5

business focus

Business Advice

Anthony Fleming Passion4Life Ltd

Question: Do you have a business that you are struggling to grow or to take to the next level?

If your answer is yes then please keep reading. . . I am Anthony Fleming, your local Business Coach. I will be sharing effective Business Insights with you over the coming year.

Email: anthony@passion4life.org Telephone: 01635 528 594 or 0781 459 3010

The first step to Business Growth is Personal Growth. What do I mean? I mean that you are the reason your business is stuck and you need to grow first.

As you grow so will your business

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How do I grow?

Forget: “I know best.”

“This is how we always do it.” Be open to new ideas.

Mix with people who are more successful than you and ask questions.

Put your ego aside and don’t be afraid of making mistakes.

Stop speaking negatively about yourself and invest in a good Business Coach.

To get you started, my first 45 minute Business Consultation is free of charge.

START-UP & CONNECT

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The Buzz in collaboration with a host of partners are delighted to offer a fantastic and exciting opportunity for new and growing businesses.

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welcomes young entrepreneurs, budding, and growing businesses. Our experts will guide you along your journey.

offers you the chance to join as a member to take advantage of monthly activities including:

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Network & connect events

provides you with an opportunity to make connections with other thriving local businesses.

Workshops

Buzz Start-up & Connect supports established mature and experienced businesses. Would your business like to take advantage of this opportunity to connect and nurture new businesses? Annual Partner Membership is available.

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thinking of Own a starting a business? company?

Our toolkit offers support in areas including: Design & marketing Finance & business planning Business coaching Social media

Presentations Specialist speakers

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Come and find out more

The Buzz Start-up & Connect launch event is on Thursday 19th March 2015 at Bayer House, Strawberry Hill, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 1JA from 18:00 - 19:30 Register your interest by contacting waheeda@localbuzzmagazine.com

Ask Nigel, Buzz Social Media Expert

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Some were predicting 2014 was the year of the selfie, but you have not seen anything yet!

the selfie!

Defined as a photo taken, normally at arms length, by the person in the photo. Selfies have been given a new lease of life by selfie sticks which effectively extend the arm giving a wider angle.

Love them or loathe them. . .

If you spend the merest moment on social media you will be all too familiar with the selfie.

What selfies will become is ever more elaborate; an art form in themselves that should be embraced.

So grin rather than grimace and get posting those selfies!

Nigel Morgan is a former journalist and police press officer who has run public relations consultancy Morgan PR for over 12 years and creates reputations for businesses using PR, social media and not least case studies!

Visit www.morganpr.co.uk Call 01635 812069 Email info@morganpr.co.uk

Do get in touch if you would like help to get the most from networking.

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Donnington Grove is simply an amazing venue to hold your wedding, situated in 500 acres of Berkshire’s finest countryside by the river Lambourn.

The manor house permits receptions and civil ceremonies which together with our experienced staff and bespoke wedding service will ensure that your special day is certainly one to remember.

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We all love our Mothers and at The Hilton we know how to make them feel extra special.

Treat your loved ones Valentine’s Day Saturday 14 February Enjoy the romance of St. Valentine with a five course meal. Only £49.00 per couple. Why not stay the night? Our special Valentine room rate is £75.00 including breakfast and late checkout.

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Bespoke wedding dresses Blades luxury Bridal Studio set in the heart of the Berkshire countryside. Bespoke wedding dresses, Evening gowns and Mother of the Bride outfits. All the exclusive wedding dresses and gowns are designed and hand-made by Catherine.

From the first moment you arrive, I want you to relax and enjoy your time in my luxury Bridal studio. You will see that I know my craft and having worked alongside Alexander McQueen, Sarah Burton and Nikki MacFarlene I want you to trust me to understand your ideas and to see that I have the skills to make them a stunning reality.

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Rookwood House stands in the most beautiful, established gardens which provide the perfect backdrop for photographs whatever the weather or season. The marquee lawn is bordered by a stream and several pretty bridges.

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Proprietors Charlotte and Rupert Digby hold a civil license to enable ceremonies to take place in the Coach House or under the Rose Arbour in the garden.

The bride and groom have exclusive use of Rookwood from Friday to lunchtime on Sunday.

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Richard Benyon

. . . our towns, our economy, is doing better, people are starting to see real improvements.

The local farmer and businessman fought and won the Newbury seat for the Conservatives in 2005 and 2010 and is defending a majority of over 12,000.

“Without a scintilla of complacency, I think West Berkshire is in a much better place now than it was five years ago. Having just been through the banking crisis, a lot of people in West Berkshire work in financial services, and a lot of people were affected by the recession, and it was a nervous place in 2010. Don’t laugh, but one of the indicators I use for the economy is car parking in places like Newbury and Thatcham from the council’s car park takings, because you get a very good weather vane of the economy and it’s doing really well now.”

“So our towns, our economy, is doing better, people are starting to see real improvements. We’re obviously a very prosperous part of the world.

0.8% unemployment claimant as a percentage of the working population is almost as low as anywhere in the

Jonny Roberts - Labour

Jonny Roberts Jonny Roberts is 27 and lives in Newbury with his wife Adriana. He grew up in the Buckinghamshire town of Aylesbury and studied film at university in Newport, Wales.

He is standing for Labour because he thinks this election is the most important in his lifetime. “It’s a choice between a privatised and fragmented NHS or a

Richard Benyon - Conservatives country. But you know, within that, there are pockets of deprivation, which keep me busy. However, I think most people know that is all work in progress. The job isn’t done.” e-Mail: Richard@richardbenyon.com twitter: @RichardBenyonMP Facebook: facebook.com/richardbenyonmp www.richardbenyon.com

. . . Labour’s plan to reduce the deficit through taxes on bankers bonuses and tobacco companies and positive steps to reduce welfare. . .

system that properly integrates physical health, mental health and social care for the first time, a choice of being in or out of Europe and perhaps most importantly it’s a choice between the Tories cutting public services to the bone to pay for tax cuts for the wealthiest 10% or Labour’s plan to reduce the deficit through taxes on bankers bonuses and tobacco companies and positive steps to reduce welfare demand such as a higher minimum wage, regulating rents and expanding free childcare.”

The central themes of his campaign will be reducing the cost of living through things like the energy price freeze, extending free childcare, tighter caps on rail fares and allowing a publicly owned not for profit provider to bid for rail franchises.

www. Jonnyroberts.com twitter: @Jonnyfornewbury Facebook: facebook.com/jonnyrobertsfornewbury

www.labour.org.uk

poli General Election political debate

at St Bart’s School, Newbury on 22nd April We would like to invite all political candidates to participate at the political debate at St Bart’s d April School, Newbury on 22n as ch tou in at 6pm. Please get g ailin em by e sibl soon as pos e.com news@localbuzzmagazin

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Many thanks to The Hilton Newbury and The Angel in Woolhampton for providing the venue and refreshments for the interviews.

As Buzz went to press these were the only conifrmed candidates. Check www.localbuzzmagazine for the latest news.

financial crisis that politicised her.

It doesn’t matter what you think about the National parties, it’s who’s going to represent you in parliament that matters.

Judith Bunting - Liberal Democrat

Judith Bunting

itics

Our Liberal Democrat candidate was the first girl from her local school in Peterborough to go to Cambridge in 25 years. She took a science degree and then progressed to a career with the BBC; however it was the

UKIP is pro EFTA (European Free Trade Association) and pro democracy

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“When the crash happened, I found all the political restraint that I’d built up over the years just started to disintegrate. I got so annoyed and angry at what was happening, There’s nothing wrong with a bit of profit, but nothing wrong at all, but there is more to life than profit. If you run a company, you can act with fairness and values, even while you’re making a bit of money.”

Focussing on local issues Judith is passionate about education, young people, mental health and she believes people will vote for the best representative rather than out of blind party loyalty.

“It doesn’t matter what you think about the national parties, it’s who is going to represent you best in parliament that matters. Who is going to take your issues forward and try and get changes made by lobbying senior politicians, by lobbying their ministers?

Who is going to be up and active, and working for you in parliament?” e-Mail: judith.bunting@wbld.org.uk twitter: @JudithBuntingLD Facebook: facebook.com/JudithBuntingforNewbury www.judithbunting.co.uk

and project managing for various charities.

“My responsibility is to listen to local people and do what they are asking locally and nationally - that is true democracy.”

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SAVE THE DATE and BE THERE TO MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT TO OUR READERS: please submit your questions via our website www.localbuzzmagazine.com and click on Local Political Debate

Catherine Anderson - UKIP

Catherine Anderson Catherine graduated in Languages and Philosophy at King’s College in London and she believes she can bring a wealth of experience from previous roles in fund raising, events, business to business marketing, managing people

“I am in favour of doing business with Europe within a European Free Trade Area and pro immigration based on a points system of skills needed. We need to prioritise saving the NHS, making core subjects at university more affordable and protecting our greenbelt with brown site initiatives.”

Lastly, Catherine passionately ends with “If you love Britain, and it doesn’t matter who you are or what colour you are; if you love and live in Britain you must vote UKIP for your right to have a say in your home and how your country is run.”

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TV’s Anna backs the Berkshire ChildLine Schools Service Appeal

TV presenter and ChildLine supporter, Anna Williamson, took time out from her recent run as Cinderella at Reading’s Hexagon Theatre to speak about her support for the children’s charity.

Anna said; “I have been a volunteer for the NSPCC’s ChildLine service for three years now and it’s a charity that’s very close to my heart and a big part of my life. My support includes volunteering as a ChildLine counsellor which involves taking phone calls and online contacts from young people who need someone to talk to.

I’ve been a children’s TV presenter for over a decade and I feel very privileged that young people trust me. They’ve often called into shows to speak to me and offload their problems, and I just wanted to do something useful and reach out to children who need help.”

Training Anna continued; “I am also trained to deliver the ChildLine Schools Service, which I’m very excited about. It’s a shocking fact that at least two children in every primary school classroom will have suffered some form of abuse, but most won’t tell anyone about it for several years.”

The ChildLine Schools Service delivers age appropriate assemblies and workshops to 9-11 year olds to help them recognise the different types of abuse, to make them understand that abuse is never their fault, and to show them where to get help if they need it.

positive feedback Anna added; “Personally I think that the ChildLine Schools Service should be mandatory. It’s all about letting children know that they’re not alone, and whilst we do touch on some slightly sensitive topics it’s all done in a very safe and age appropriate way. Feedback from schools that have received the Service has been incredibly positive.”

Kate Gower, Head Teacher at The Pines Primary School in Bracknell said; “The children had such a positive experience. They all got involved with the assemblies and workshops. The advice that ChildLine gave our pupils on how to stay safe and where to go for help if they ever need it was invaluable.”

Anna concluded; “I would really urge local people to get behind the Berkshire ChildLine Schools Service Appeal as I believe that as adults we all have a responsibility to protect children. Most children have safe, happy lives but some don’t and all children should have the knowledge to know where to get help if they need it.”

To find out more about supporting the Berkshire ChildLine Schools Service Appeal or to make a donation, call 07748 321461 or email Fiona.turner@nspcc.org.uk

It costs £12 to deliver the Service to one child, and ChildLine desperately needs people across Berkshire to back its fundraising appeal so that a generation of local children can be protected.”

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ook at the colour palate she normally wears. The funky pink necklace might be the right style but if she usually wears browns and greens she might not have anything to wear it with so make sure colours tone with her wardrobe.

If you want to buy precious jewellery look at her natural colouring.

Silver haired women look great in silver, platinum or white gold, as do dark skinned women. Blondes look beautiful in warmer gold tones.

Read our Buying guide to her get it jewellery? right!

Diamonds are a girl’s best friend right?

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Jigsaw strive for a creative balance between providing customers with design classics for their wardrobe, interpreted in the colours and fabrics of the moment and more directional, on trend pieces for each season.

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Whistle Down The Wind

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Betfair Super Saturday

wed 22 april

Sat 9 feb

Hungerford Theatre Company Town Show 2015 John O’Gaunt School Hall

st bart’s school, newbury

newbury racecourse

6pm. FREE ENTRY. Come and meet your candidates and have the opportunity to ask your question. All welcome.

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One of the Jump season’s highlights featuring the Grade 3 Betfair Hurdle and the Grade 2 Betfair Denman Chase. Betfair Super Saturday regularly showcases some of racing’s stars of the future with the likes of the legendary Denman and Kauto Star having triumphed on the day. What’s more the legendary racehorse Denman will be parading before the first race.

18 - 21 Feb

This wonderful musical features roles for adults, teenagers and children. It includes songs such as ‘No Matter What’, ‘Whistle Down the Wind’, ‘When Children Rule the World’ and ‘A Kiss is a Terrible Thing to Waste.’

For further details see wwwhungerfordtheatrecompany.co.uk

Pete Allen Solo Jazz Show 15 Feb

The Regency Park Hotel 3.00pm – 5.30pm Described as Britain’s most exciting clarinet player and awarded with an Honorary Citizen of New Orleans for his services to music, Musician, bandleader and broadcaster Pete Allen presents his unique ‘one man show’ of happy music.

If pre booked (01635 44806) you can save 20% on a pre show Sunday Lunch (Sunday lunch to be booked directly with the hotel 01635 871555)

African Drumming 101 18 Feb

South Street Arts Centre - 21 South Street, Reading, West Berkshire RG1 4QU 7.00pm – 9.00pm £8.20 (in advance) £9.20 (on the door) Lucy Hobbs 0118 938 7156

60s, 70s & *0s 21 Feb & 21 mar

Liberty Newbury, Greenham Business Park, Newbury RG19 6HW Tickets £7 www.libertynewbury.co.uk

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movies fifty shades of grey Due to be released 13 Feb

Tickets from £22, under 18s go free Tickets from www.newburyracecourse.co.uk or call 01635 40015

When young literature student, Anastasia Steele agrees to interview the wealthy and powerful Christian Grey, as a favour to her roommate, she soon finds that she’s getting herself into a lot more than she’s bargained for.

jupiter ascending

Due to be released 6 Feb Jupiter Jones leads a fairly mundane life on Earth – that is, until she meets Caine, a genetically modified former soldier of the planets, who reveals that he is, in fact, royalty.

shaun the sheep movie Due to be released 6 Feb

Life at Mossy Bottom Farm was plodding along quite nicely until, one day, Shaun the Sheep decides to escape and embarks on a big adventure.

insurgent

Due to be released 20 mar In a dystopian Chicago, Tris and Four are fugitives running from the leader and commanding power of the dominant Erudite elite.

sponge bob movie sponge out of water Due to be released 27 mar

SpongeBob goes on a quest to discover a stolen recipe that takes him to our dimension, our world, where he tangles with a pirate.

march

Due to be released 27 mar A live-action retelling of the classic fairy tale about a servant step-daughter who wins the heart of a prince.

Greatwood Charity Raceday Sat 28 feb

newbury racecourse A fun day of racing action with seven thrilling Jump races featuring the Grade 3 Stanjames. com Greatwood Gold Cup. The raceday supports the valuable work of Greatwood, a charity that uses ex-racehorses to educate disadvantaged children and young adults with special educational needs.

Tickets from £19, under 18s go free Tickets from www.newburyracecourse.co.uk or call 01635 40015

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March Racing at Newbury Sat 21 mar

newbury racecourse The weekend Saturday of the Jump season at Newbury featuring the TEBF Stallions & TBA Mares Only Novices Hurdle - part of an exciting seven race card.

Tickets from £19, under 18s go free Tickets from www.newburyracecourse. co.uk or call 01635 40015

launch Thursday 19th march Limted seats available!

Buzz Magazine in collaboration with a host of partners is delighted to offer a fantastic and exciting opportunity for new and growing businesses.

Launch event is on Thursday 19th March 2015 from 18:00 - 19:30 at Bayer House, Strawberry Hill, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 1JA Register your interest as soon as possible via waheeda@localbuzzmagazine.com

markets Weekly Charter Market High Street Hungerford

thur 5 Feb

Newbury Charter Market

7.45pm

Thursday and Saturday 09.00 to 16.00

Thatcham Market The Broadway

Lambourn Market

Every Friday 09.00 to 13.00

Aldworth Market village hall

Every Saturday 09.30 to 12 noon

Gift and craft fair Sat 7 feb

St Nicolas Hall, Newbury 10am - 4pm Selling lots of unique gifts for all ages 50p entrance fee – Money raised will be donated to the John Radcliffe Hospital www.facebook.com/giftandcraftfair www.madeusinglove.com Twitter - @madeusinglove Facebook - www.facebook.com/ madeusinglove

West Berkshire 2015 Work & Careers Fair wed 25 mar

Newbury College 10.00 am – 3.30 pm Suitable for people of all ages seeking jobs, work and careers advice and for those who are self employed. The event will feature over 40 exhibitors, many workshops, business networking and lots of professional help.

For full details see the website: www.workandcareersfair.co.uk

Grounded

Every Wednesday 07.00 to 14.30

Every Friday 08.30 to 13.00

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theatre newbury corn exchange She’s a hot-rod F16 fighter pilot. She’s pregnant. Her career in the sky is over.

Now, she sits in an air-conditioned trailer in Las Vegas flying remote-controlled drones over the Middle East. This extraordinary play targets our assumptions about war, family, and what it is to be a woman. www.cornexchangenew.com/events/info/ grounded

Nursing Lives

Woolhampton Village market

wed 11 mar

village market hall

newbury corn exchange

1st Saturday of each month 10.00 am to 12 noon

7.45pm

NEWBURY FARMERS’ MARKET Market Place, Newbury

9.00 – 13.00. First and third Sunday of the month. www.tvfm.org.uk

family pancake races

17 feb - shrove tuesday

A heart-warming wartime tale of bravery and love from the UK’s leading full Mask Theatre Company. Like all Vamos Theatre shows, Nursing Lives is wordless, telling its story through physical communication, a strong visual design and an original soundtrack. www.cornexchangenew.com/events/info/ nursing-lives

Penelope Retold tues 31 mar

newbury market place

newbury corn exchange

12 noon

7.45pm

To enter teams of 4, please contact Katy on 01635 34045/07810 767 026 or email kfh7@hotmail.com. Followeed by annual pancake lunches from 12.15pm in St Nicolas’ Hall, West Mills, Newbury. £6.00 includes pancake and hot drink.

Welcome to Ithaca, island paradise and home to Penelope, who’s married to a war hero and had enough of waiting quietly.

Penelope RETOLD is an epic, heartbreaking and fiercely playful tale of love, loneliness and the need to be free.

In aid of West Berkshire Community Hospital League of Friends

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The annual event The Rookwood Garden & Gift Fair will be on Thursday 23rd April 2015 from 10.00am – 4.00pm.

This year’s chosen charity is Brighter Futures Radiotherapy Appeal – Tracy’s Journey who is raising funds to equip a Radiotherapy Department for y Appeal The Radiotherar rity No: 1050892 Swindon Hospital, which does not currently have one. Tracy’s Journey Cha There will be a wide selection of gift stalls sporting a range of clothing, shoes and original gifts as well as food stalls with local produce and garden accessories.

Tickets for the cooking demonstration are £10 and admission for the plant fair is £5

or they can be bought online from www.rookwoodgardenfair.co.uk.

Delicious cakes Charlotte’s renowned homemade lunches teas, cakes and scones will be available throughout the day.

Entry to the fair £5 Cookery demonstration £10

cookery demo £10

John Ca mpbell Michelin Star chef John Campbell Will perform cookery demonstrations with two sessions at 10.30am and 2.00pm. John will show you how to get the most out of your seasonal ingredients and also give you some fantastic culinary tips. The kitchen for the demonstration is kindly being donated by Ben Heath of Newbury.

We would like to thank our main sponsors Buzz Magazine, Knight Frank, NFU Insurance of Hungerford and Ben Heath for their support and many other local companies and volunteers who have helped make this a real community effort.

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January’s now upon us which means most people are planning their resolutions as the Christmas festivities end and a clean sheet presents itself in the form of a new year.

learning a language

Nathalie’s top tips

Find out what kind of learner you are Everyone learns differently. Some people learn better when they see something written down, others like to hear something several times; some language learners like to learn the grammar rules by heart. I recommend using a variety of strategies including books, listening to recordings, rehearsing dialogues, watching videos, playing games. . .

Work at your own pace Have regular lessons, supplemented by practice.

You should vary the task according to your mood; for example, if you are tired, try a less demanding task such as repeating activities.

If your concentration is waning, try reading a foreign language magazine article about a subject that interests you.

Never give up!

Remember that it is possible to communicate with just a few words; don’t get disheartened if you feel you are not making progress as when you get things wrong, you are still learning!

Improvise…

Welcoming our Woodpeckers

to Jubilee Day Nursery We have greeted the New Year in with the opening of Woodpeckers, our new baby/toddler area.

Sometimes you need a word that you don’t yet know. I always assure learners that every language learner has been in this position and if you can communicate by facial expressions, hand movements or props, you will build up confidence and will maintain the conversation!

This exciting new play space has been specifically designed for our oldest babies.

Woodpeckers gives them space to explore and to discover, in a safe and secure environment.

With our experienced professional caring team close at hand to encourage and support their individual, play learning and developmental needs.

If you would like your child to be part of the Jubilee experience or would like to become part of our growing team then please contact us today.

Call Lesley on 01189 701 600 Email info@jubileedaynursery.co.uk or visit our website www.jubileedaynursery.co.uk Paddock View, Rectory Road, Padworth Common, RG7 4JD

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Flipping Pancakes The classic lemon and sugar Ingredients

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Beat in the egg and a little of the milk until smooth.

Add milk and 4 tablespoons of the melted butter.

In a non-stick frying pan heat the butter until sizzling.

Pour enough batter into the pan to coat the base evenly.

Cook over a moderate heat until the pancake is light golden brown underneath.

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A newly fitted kitchen with a Lava Rock grill enables Chef John Cowan and his team to provide a top quality grill menu

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Thank you to our wonderful customers who have supported us over the years.

Just Lucky’s was honoured to be nominated and shortlisted for the British Curry Awards 2014. We had a fantastic evening rubbing shoulders with the finest curry houses UK wide.

Celebrate Valentine’s Day Couples are invited to book a table and celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with Just Lucky’s. At £25 per person we will serve you a delightful tantalising meal to tickle your taste buds.

We’ll also give EVERY couple a complimentary bottle of wine to enjoy with your meal.

Well done just Lucky’s

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Set in 16 acres of rolling countryside this beautiful Georgian Manor House is a stunning setting for your perfect Wedding Day. The Hotel boasts 3 rooms licensed for ceremonies for up to 120 people.

The Percy Shelley Suite is decorated in soft shades of contemporary greys, with a warm feel it allows the natural beauty outside to reflect the inside, a stunning back drop to complement any colour scheme.

We offer bespoke packages with mouth watering menus and drinks packages, allowing you to tailor make the wedding day of your dreams.

We would like to invite you to one of our fantastic open evenings on Thursday 19th Feb, Thursday 19th March and Thursday 30th April.

From 6pm until 8.30pm.

Please contact our wedding co-ordinators on 0844 815 9060 or visit mercure.newbury.co.uk for more details.

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A sprain is an injury to a ligament (the tissue that connects two or more bones together). In a sprain, one or more ligaments is stretched or torn.

Treatments for sprains and strains are the same.

Sprains and Strains Protect the injured area from further injury by using a support or sturdy lace-up shoes

protection.

Simple elastic bandage or elasticated tubular bandages and advice are available from a pharmacy.

Rest the injured joint or

Raise and support the injured joint on a pillow to help reduce swelling.

muscle. Avoid activity for the first 48 to 72 hours after injuring yourself.

ice. For the first 48 to 72 hours after the injury, apply ice wrapped in a damp towel to the injured area for 15 to 20 minutes every two to three hours during the day.

compress or bandage the injured area to limit any swelling and movement that could damage it further.

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Hot baths, saunas or heat packs.

Wrinkle Relaxation Wrinkles are formed when small muscles of the face contract causing the skin to crease. By blocking the signals to these small muscles, the skin relaxes and the creases reduce.

The injections are small and cause minimal discomfort.

‘Botox’ can only be administered by a trained professional. It is essential to check that your clinician has the right qualifications and can provide evidence of training and certification before embarking on any treatment.

We are all growing old at the same rate: it’s just that some of us would prefer not to show it!

alcohol.

May increase bleeding and swelling, and hinder healing.

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Happy New Year to all Party season is over and we are swiftly making our way into 2015, and in true January style, we are discussing hair saviours to detox and revamp those tired tresses!

With all these glam party up dos, heated hair tools and drying weather, our hair can take a bit of a battering during winter.

Due to this, we have found an increase in clients wanting to exert and inject some moisture and strength back into their hair. In which case we’ll always introduce them to a good hair mask. A great treatment can make the world of difference, believe me!

If you’re having a lazy day at home, why not give your hair a wash, then lather it in a lovely hair mask. Sit back and relax for a few hours whilst it gets to work. Letting the mask penetrate, getting deeper into your hair shaft, helps to repair from the inside, out. Alternatively if you live in a world where lazy days just don’t exist, come and indulge in a 10 minute luxury Oatmeal & Honey treatment in salon.

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Feel your body respond to the benefits of Reiki.

Reiki is a form of energy healing that requires no specific spiritual alignment.

Reiki is an ancient treatment, revived in Japan in the early 1900s for relieving aches, stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing.

If you have not experienced Reiki, now is the perfect time to book a ‘taster’ Reiki treatment. Pay just £10.00 for 30 minutes of pure relaxation using our voucher. Feel your body respond to the benefits of Reiki.

Please contact Marilyn Down 07856 611 194 or 01635 248170 to book your Reiki Treatment.

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As soon as you walk into Marilyn’s house, there is an overwhelming feeling of tranquillity, warmth and security.

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After she completed her course, she decided to help others as much as she could but also animals, says a regular client “Mojo, our Pixie Bob cat, had been hit by a car and had managed to drag himself home. We took him to the vet who said that his trauma might leave his leg paralyzed but only time would tell. The vet said that if it did not heal he would have to amputate Mojo’s leg.

Marilyn offered Reiki to see whether this might help Mojo. The results were truly amazing as Mojo recovered the use of his leg within two weeks”.

head and front and back of the torso. The placement of the hands is never intrusive or inappropriate, nor any pressure.

What might I experience?

“I feel very refreshed and seem to be thinking more clearly.” “I think I fell asleep.” “I can’t believe how hot your hands got!” “I feel more relaxed than ever after a massage.” “My headache is gone.” These are some of things people typically say after a Reiki session with Marilyn. The experience of Reiki is subjective, changeable, and sometimes very subtle. People often experience heat in the practitioner’s hands, but sometimes the practitioner’s hands feel refreshingly cool.

What does the session consist of?

How many sessions should I receive?

A complete Reiki session is offered to a fully clothed recipient who is lying on a treatment table or sitting comfortably supported in a chair.

Marilyn may suggest a series of sessions however three sessions is a traditional recommendation and gives you time to evaluate the benefits you are receiving.

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Quality of life There is a solution to this predicament though. If we switch our focus from ‘economic growth’ to ‘quality of life’ and the ‘price we pay’ for more inward migration and development is that we achieve better roads, public transport, working and living conditions, less crime and more equality then development will be far more welcome.

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As the New Year takes shape, plans to develop additional sites identified for housing in West Berkshire are proving controversial and are likely to feature prominently in the lead up to this years general elections.

Many of these proposed new homes are located on greenfield sites on the edge of larger settlements or even villages and there is understandable concern about our capacity to deal with these homes, the damage to greenbelt and the impact that population growth will bring on transportation, schools, doctors and other public facilities.

Unstoppable growth On the other hand however, our role as an economic powerhouse in our ever expanding global economy and our proximity to London, the world’s most significant city on most indices introduces almost irresistible pressure for population growth.

With affordability limits now biting in London, the pressure for new housing has very much shifted to the surrounding communities and

in particular to the Thames Valley.

If we do not build new homes in places where there is demand, we will create excess price inflation, overcrowding and even deflation. But the South East of England (which includes many rural areas) is already more densely populated than India for example and England as a whole is the most crowded country in Europe. If we continue to build as we are doing, we will surely perpetuate overcrowding and consume our heritage ‘green England’ in the process?

Population density and new housing does not in itself deteriorate our quality of life and with proper management it can provide a meaningful quality for those seeking a more dynamic lifestyle.

For too long, we have fallen short as a nation with regard to the fundamentals of planning for quality however and our planning for new infrastructure always seems to come after the misery has arisen not before.

I believe that most development should occur in towns and cities and this gives the best opportunity to accommodate growth in a positive way without harming our countryside. This trend has already started as people flock increasingly to the large centres in pursuit of convenience. The larger centres present huge untapped potential for redevelopment and a virtuous cycle of growth and quality of life is possible in these places with the right levels of forward thinking.

Careful strategic planning is the key however and we should rightly resist large scale development unless the quality of life balance has been addressed before the development goes into use.

Market News* During Quarter 4 of 2014 house-prices rose by only 0.1% from the previous quarter. That’s a rise of 7% over one year (down from 8%). l We are still over 20% below the last peak. l We are now 8.4% below the long term trend line (previously 7%). l Continue to plan for a 2% mortgage rise by 2018

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Model shown is ŠKODA Fabia Hatch SE 1.0 MPI 75PS £12,760 with race blue metallic pearlescent paint £535, panoramic sunroof package £600, sunset glass from B-pillar back £180, front LED running lights £190, front fog lights £170 and Savio alloys (aftersales accessories) £800. Total cost £15,235.

Official fuel consumption for the Fabia range in mpg (litres/100km): Urban 46.3 (6.1) to 72.4 (3.9); Extra Urban 67.3 (4.2) to 91.1 (3.1); Combined 58.8 (4.8) to 83.1 (3.4). CO2 emissions for the Fabia range are 110 to 88 g/km. Standard EU test figures for comparative purposes and may not reflect real driving results.

Cape Town offers a fascinating texture of things to do and see; lively bistros and bars on the romantic Victoria & Albert Waterfront.

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Customers with a sense of adventure can enjoy a range of bush walks, sea kayaking or enjoy extreme activities such as bungee jumping or even take a hike up a glacier.

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Those with more relaxing tastes can take a stroll to the fjords or venture to the beautiful Bay of Islands for Maori history and dolphin spotting.

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Beaches, rum bars, fish restaurants and a mesmerising blue sea are the main lures for holidays to Antigua. This stunning destination boasts 365 beaches – one for every day of the year. The island’s fascinating wildlife, intriguing history and picturesque harbours all combine to make Antigua a truly special island destination.

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