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EMBRACE SPRINGTIME Chamber update Notifications will have been sent to the West Berkshire Chamber members in plenty of time for the Local Annual Meeting (LAM) – 13th April.
www.westberkschamber.tvchamber.co.uk
This is the annual opportunity for Chamber Council members to be elected or re-elected to represent the interests of the membership and the wider business community in West Berks. This year’s meeting will be the last for Ian Vickerage in his capacity as local President – Ian will be stepping down after 9 years in the role. He will continue to be involved locally with the Chamber as Managing Director of Imago ScanScource in Thatcham. Proposed changes to Apprenticeship funding will see employers have a say in creating standards and have direct control of apprenticeship funding. Funding model being trialled with the new employer-designed apprenticeship standards in the 2014/15 (Pilot) continuing into 2015/16. Under the trial model, Government will pay £2 for every £1 the employer invests in their apprentice’s training.
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Spring is celebrated in many cultures and communities around the world, especially around harvest, re-birth and transformation, making spring the perfect time to listen to your inner voice and embrace change. What does spring mean to you? With the passing of dreary wintery days, spring brings us blue skies, sunshine and budding blooms, but of course for some it also brings the allergies and hay fever. Springtime is great for exploring new opportunities, whether it’s home or garden improvements or in your own personal growth. It is a great time to listen to your inner voice, and do that something which you’ve been putting off for some time. At any one time, we are all part of many communities, either in our neighbourhood, school, faith, work
Here are some ideas to get you started : l Join a singing, walking or art group l Learn to play an instrument l Start a neighbourhood band l Setup or join your local
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related or other interest or hobby groups. Connecting with people gives us a sense of belonging and commonality, so go ahead and find that like-minded cluster of people you want to connect with.
Take some time out for yourself, treat yourself to a massage or get a new look. Embrace change and welcome new beginnings in your life, especially if the old challenges are taking their toll. Some people are of course quite happy in their own company enjoying solitary activities, but if you feel isolated and dis-connected from your community and neighbourhood, please get in touch with us and we will direct you to some support. Remember; listen to your inner voice, if you want to embrace change in your life, take small steps in the direction you want to go, and before you know it you will be closer to where you want to be.
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Newbury Town Council has just installed a range of outdoor gym equipment in Victoria Park. The equipment is available free of charge for the use and enjoyment of visitors to the Park.
Mayor Councillor Jo Day enjoying the new gym equipment
The £20,000 installation represents a further investment in Victoria Park by Newbury Town Council. The funding is drawn from s106 contributions paid by property developers and devolved to the Town Council specifically for improvements to Victoria
CultureFest All2gether (Minority Ethnic Forum) invites voluntary, community groups and businesses to participate in this exciting and diverse event. CultureFest is a great platform for promoting your projects, increase group membership, fundraise, perform and exhibit or simply raise awareness of achievements and ambitions. CultureFest is our flagship community event, showcasing culture, heritage, diversity, community achievement, and success through: performance, music, dance, arts & crafts,
Park for the benefit of Newbury residents.
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workshops, stalls, exhibitions and LOTS of food from around the globe. We already have an exciting line up of performances and stalls booked for the event, but if you would like to participate, please get in touch, organisers would love to hear from you. We are also looking for volunteers to help on the day.
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CultureFest 2015 promises to enthral and entertain guests with colourful displays, dynamic performances and interactive workshops; a vibrant and diverse event not to be missed – put the date in your diary and we’ll see you there!
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You can have a FREE security survey from STV Security. Mel Harrison gives fabulous exercise tips to strengthen your glutes! How lucky we are to have a specialised therapist gym to help people with disabilities in West Berkshire. A gym equipped with power assisted exercise equipment. If you have a business, make sure you boost your energy with Anthony Fleming. A local political debate will be held at St Barts School on 22nd April. A great opportunity to meet the candidates and learn about their policies.
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Question: What stops me from moving my business up to the next level? I am Anthony Fleming, your local Business Executive Coach. I will be sharing Business Insights with you over the coming year through your local Buzz Magazine. In answer to the above question and following on from my advice in the last edition of Buzz, there are three common and powerful obstacles to making significant progress in your business:
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Magnificent start! Buzz Start-up & Connect officially started in March and thanks to Bayer’s support and all our business partners, we had a magnificent start! With various new and growing businesses attending, Nigel Morgan kicked off explaining all the benefits that our members will receive during the next 12 months from our professional
partners, which will include coaching, mind setting, finance, accounts, advertising, branding and lots more. If you are planning to start your own business and need the extra support to make it happen, no doubt Buzz Start-up & Connect is for you! Get in touch by emailing waheeda@localbuzzmagazine. com to join us today!
Now you can really be connected on LinkedIn When it comes to social media LinkedIn is the network that truly means business and a new mobile app called Connected leverages your account to make you a networking Ninja. Launched last year for iPhones and Android just last month the Connected app from LinkedIn is slicker than the full LinkedIn app and daily delivers important updates on your network. However if you follow the set up guide it will add information to diary entries to remind you about the people you are meeting which will enhance how you network.
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West Berkshire Therapy Centre is a specialised therapy gym for people with disabilities in West Berkshire and surrounding areas. They are a not for profit charitable organisation and invite voluntary contributions at the lowest rates compatible with providing an excellent service for as many people as possible.
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How Can you Help? Our success depends upon the support of a wide range of organisations and individuals. The easiest way to help is with a donation using our safe, secure Paypal facility. Please find out more via our website www.westberkshiretherapycentre.org.uk
Exercise is proven to help many conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, parkinsons and arthritis. With specialist power assisted equipment, West Berkshire therapy centre allows for exercise in a safe, relaxed, accessible environment supervised by a qualified physiotherapist
Power Assisted Exercise The Therapy Centre comprises a gym equipped with power assisted exercise equipment. Power assisted exercise equipment is designed specially to accommodate users with physical limitations who would find it extremely difficult/impossible to use conventional gyms. There is extensive research to show that people who suffer from a wide range of conditions benefit from this exercise in terms of:
“I couldn’t do this without you. Now I will be able to walk her down the aisle and give my daughter away when she gets married.” Stroke survivor
n Improved cardiovascular fitness n Increased muscle strength n Increased flexibility n Increased circulation n Reduction in mental health
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petter solberg Jackie Osborne interviews Petter Solberg as he prepares for the World RX in Portugal.
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1996 (winning 15 out of 19 events). In 1995 he took part in his maiden rally, the Norwegian Rally Bjørkelangen, by driving a Volvo 240 in the Volvo Original class. His female navigator by then was Maude from Sweden, nowadays spouse of his older brother Henning. In 1998 Petter became the Norwegian Rally Champion. This popular Norwegian – known as ‘Hollywood’ to his many fans for his crowd-pleasing antics – made his World Rally Championship debut in 1998 before joining Ford for 1999. A switch to Subaru for 2000 preceded his first win on the 2002 Rally GB, where he claimed the world title a year later. Solberg’s speed and charisma is just as obvious on the world’s rallycross circuits as he marks himself as one of the fastest drivers.
Solberg took his second FIA world title last year
Make sure you follow Petter via his social media and be involved in this extraordinary championship. FOLLOW PETTER’S RACING THIS YEAR: Facebook: PetterSolbergWRC Twitter: @Petter_Solberg www.pettersolberg.com
The Montalegre rallycross race cicruit will host the season opener to the 2015 FIA World Rallycross Championship. It will take place on 24-26th April in Portugal and it will bring good memories to Petter as he won the World RX of Portugal last year.
It’s not hard to see why the world loves ‘Hollywood’ (main) Solberg remains one of world motorsports’s most popular figures (left) Champagne was the common theme last year for Petter
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Inside the house are four beautiful bedrooms including a bridal suite, decorated to the highest standard with antique furniture and all with new en-suite bathrooms. 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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AUTOLINK EXECUTIVE cars is a family run business providing a luxury chauffer driven-service both locally and further afield. Based in Thatcham, with easy access to many of the UK’s major road networks; Autolink Executive cars can easily accommodate your travel requirements in style.
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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 which 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
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T CURRY QUIZ NIGH THUR 16TH APRIL 7PM We are proud to be in partnership with both Priors Court School and Swings & Smiles. We are having a curry quiz night to raise money for both of these charities. It is on Thursday 16th April at 7pm call Natasha on 01635 247020 to book your tickets now. £10/adult - Tables of 8.
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While the Seychelles offers everything you’d expect from a tropical island; swaying palm trees, emerald mountains and soft white sand that tickles your toes, it goes beyond the usual and offers a culture full of richness and diversity. You’ll also find plenty of activities to entertain throughout the day, including diving, fishing and sailing.
A holiday in Venice will not disappoint. A city like no other, it is outrageously beautiful with streets full of water. Be sure to ride a vaporetto (waterbus) down the Grand Canal, visit the Gallerie dell’ Accademia and take a trip across the lagoon to Burano, Murano or Torcello.
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This city, much loved for its landmarks such as the Golden Gate Bridge is a truly unique and awe - inspiring holiday destination. Taking a cable car ride to climb the cities notorious hills and jumping on the ferry to the infamous prison island of Alcatraz are some of the best ways to see this beautiful city.
Customers often ask questions about the weather and when is the best time to travel so for 2015 I will be providing you with a list of where to travel according to the month.
Greek Islands Greece is a stunning and diverse country with an abundance of attractions. Embark on a jam-packed itinerary of island hopping; there is always somewhere new to explore and amazing sites that will make a lasting impression on your holiday memories.
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The Red House, Marsh Benham, Nr Newbury, Berkshire RG20 8LY We are going to be joined by the brilliant Mr Andy Otley rat pack and swing singer, Andy also appeared on the BBC show The Voice and no doubt will provide us with some great entertainment for the evening. Tickets are on sale at The red House Marsh Benham for £50 a head, this includes a beautiful 3 course meal a glass of bubbly, don’t miss out on our first big night at the red house. To book and reserve your table please call 01635 582017
in aid of The Firefighters Charity and West Berkshire Mencap
fri 1 may Nuffield Health Fitness and Wellbeing Centre 6.30pm – 9.00pm Entry is £10 per person. Come and join us for 2 hours of dancing, fun and fitness whilst supporting two very deserving charities. There will also be a raffle with some very exciting prizes. The instructors would like to encourage you to create a sponsorship page to support one of these charities on either: West Berkshire Mencap’s Just Giving www.justgiving.com/mencapwb/ The Firefighters Charity Just Giving www.justgiving.com/firefighterscharity Reserve your place NOW by calling either the Firefighters Charity on 01256 368840 or West Berkshire Mencap on 01635 41464.
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tues 31 mar - sat 11 apr The Watermill Theatre Compiled by Simon Slater Performances: Monday – Saturday 7.30pm, Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm Tickets: £14.50 – £26.50 All aboard for a toe-tapping ride across America in the company of an eclectic band of musicians. It’s the 1940s, Hollywood’s booming, gasoline and nylon stockings are rationed, women are wearing their hair in Victory rolls, putting on red lipstick and jitterbugging with GIs. The music scene is booming with swing, jazz, crooners and everything in between and we’re on a train heading for… who knows? But wherever we’re going, it’s going to be one helluva ride! 01635 46044 www.watermill.org.uk
Thomas Hardy’s Far From the Madding Crowd thu 16 apr - sat 23 may
Flamenco Night
The Watermill Theatre
thu 7 may
El Sabio restaurant, 5 - 6 weavers walk newbury 7:30 pm
Adapted and directed by Jessica Swale
Annual Charity Sponsored Walk (Rotary Club of Newbury)
Performances: Monday – Saturday 7.30pm Thursday and Saturday 2.30pm Saturday 23 May – 1.30pm and 6.30pm
The Victory Room
Tickets: £14.50 – £26.50
Live Spanish flamenco guitar night – first thursday of every month at Newbury from 7.30 pm. Reserve your space.
fri 10 may
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Why not walk to raise money for your own good cause or Charity” Our “Annual Charity Sponsored Walk” is an event allowing individuals or groups to generate sponsorship income for their own favourite charity, club, school, church etc by walking a route marshalled by the Rotary Club of Newbury.
11:00 am – 4:00 pm
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email : walk@newburyrotary.org or by telephoning 01635 42027. Can turn up on the day.
When Bathsheba Everdene inherits a farm from her father, no-one expects her to take on its management herself. But our spirited young heroine will not be deterred and takes up the mantle with vigour. Yet, whilst she rises impressively to the challenges of sheep farming, it is the trials of the heart that threaten to undo her. Hardy’s much loved tale is both a thrilling romance and a joyous celebration of English rural life. 01635 46044 www.watermill.org.uk
Buzz has organised a local political debate and we are happy to welcome five parties to the panel :
judith bunting liberal
jonny roberts labour
Richard Benyon Conservatives
exhibitions Tadley and Baughurst Art Club - 30th Anniversary Exhibition
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sat 18 april
Ambrose Allen Centre, Franklin Avenue, Tadley RG26 4ER
Curridge Road, Curridge, Thatcham
Over eighty original paintings and crafts for sale. Free admission and parking. Artists in residence and teas. The exhibition will be opened by Dr D Newman on Saturday at 11am.
sat 16 may
1.00pm - 4.30pm (please note the cattery will close at 3.30pm) Admission: Adults 50p Children 20p
The club meets on Tuesday mornings and Thursday evenings and new member are always welcome.
Lots of stalls - cat goods & gifts, bric-a-brac, books, cakes, plants, children’s games, tombola, raffle and refreshments. Something for everyone. Free park and ride from off site parking.
For more information contact vbanddb@hotmail.com
Easter Egg Hunt TUE 7 APR
Newbury Cats Protection Adoption Centre Curridge Road 11:30 am – 2:00 pm
Cretan boat by Barbara Feuillade-Cole
Art Exhibition @ St George’s fri 17 - sun 19 apr
St George the Martyr, Newbury Friday 7.00pm – 9.00pm Saturday 10.00am – 6.00pm Sunday 10 .00am – 4.00pm Art Exhibition@St George’s, featuring the work of local artists with paintings and cards for sale, a café and a children’s quiz. Further details from: Norma on 01635 582340 or the church office on 01635 41249.
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Saturday 18th - 10.00am to 5.00pm Sunday 19th - 10.00am to 4.00pm
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Come and join our Easter Egg Hunt. Bring along your Easter Bonnets and decorated eggs – prizes for the best. Face painting, tombola, luckydip, guess the name of the Bunny. Refreshments are available. Please call the centre on 01635 200111 to book your place. Entry is then paid at the door on the day.
Berkshire Country Fayre sun 24 may
White House Farm 9:00am – 5:00pm A fun day out for all the family. Craft and food Fairs, Attractions, Main ring events, Young Farmers competitions, Farm Animals, Hog roast and Bar. Some details may be subject to change so please check www.localbuzzmagazine.com before you book or travel for an event. http://entertainment.askbuzz.co.uk
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KOOSA Kids Tadley, Tadley Primary School 8.15am – 6.00pm With over 350 activities on offer for 4-13 year olds, your child is sure to have a fun packed day with KOOSA Kids Tadley! For further information, or bookings, please visit www.koosakids.co.uk or call 0845 0942322.
Beaulieu Boatjumble sun 26 APR Beaulieu 10.00 am – 5.00 pm Beaulieu Boatjumble has around 1000 stands of boating bits, new trailerable boats, dinghies, equipment and craft from classics to nearly new. Your ticket also includes entry to the Beaulieu attraction, including Palace House, Beaulieu Abbey, World of Top Gear and the world-famous National Motor Museum.
Rotary Club of Newbury Fun Charity Golf Day thu 14 may
Donnington Valley Golf Club 7.45am – 4.00pm This increasingly popular fun event is being held for the 5th consecutive year at Donnington Valley Golf Club on Thursday 14th May 2015, this time in aid of Parkinson’s UK Newbury & District Branch, Macmillan Cancer Nurses and other selected Local Rotary Charities. It is open to teams of four as a full handicap Stableford competition with bacon bap & coffee on arrival, 18 holes of golf, followed by a 2 course meal with charity raffle and prize presentation ceremony. Registration from 07.45. First tee off – 09.00.from 1st and 10th tees. For entry forms or hole sponsorship call Trevor Gibbons on 01635 254123 or mobile 07831 253267 or email golf@newburyrotary.org Team registration now open. 23
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n Scientists will explain how great it is for your children’s brain. n Economists will rave about the benefits on their CV. n Teachers will explain how much their communication skills will improve. It clearly has a potentially endless list of benefits. Our Entry Level French Programme, The Positive
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in to Jubilee We have a very busy spring time ahead at Jubilee Day Nursery with lots of exciting events, activities and outdoor learning experiences for all. If you would like your child to be part of the Jubilee Day Nursery experience then please contact Lesley on 01189 701600 or info@jubileedaynursery.co.uk, alternatively, visit our website www.jubileedaynursery.co.uk to find out more.
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The Spotted Dog has been transformed after a major refit into a high quality bar and restaurant, where you can enjoy a wide variety of classic English dishes, some with a Continental twist. These are complemented with a great selection of Real Ales and Fine Wines.
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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 with all meat being supplied by Aubrey Allen purveyors to HRH. Having a substantial car park makes easy parking and the large garden decking area encourages outdoor dining for those sunny days. For a great dining experience in a warm and friendly atmosphere, please call us on 01635 862458 or see us on www.spotteddogcoldash.co.uk
Hampshire’s Best Kept Secret We look forward to welcoming you to
Sandford Springs Since the re-launch of the Dining Room in January this year, Sandford Spring’s dining experience has gone from strength to strength. We now offer fresh, modern European cuisine every day in both the Hotel Dining Room and our more informal Kingsclere Bar & Restaurant. Enjoy Sunday Lunch with us throughout the Summer whilst overlooking the rolling hills of Watership Down and our beautiful 200 acre golf course. Our delicious meals are freshly made with locally sourced, seasonal ingredients. Throughout 2015 we have a number of exciting social & golfing events, as well as a number of private event spaces for you to celebrate that special occasion. Please see our website www.sandfordsprings.co.uk for more details. 26
The Red House is having its first live event for 2015 on Friday 1st May We are going to be joined by the brilliant Mr Andy Otley rat pack and swing singer, Andy also appeared on the BBC show The Voice and no doubt will provide us with some great entertainment for the evening.
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Tickets are on sale at The Red House Marsh Benham for £50 a head, this includes a beautiful 3 course meal a glass of bubbly, don’t miss out on our first big night at the red house.
To book please call 01635 582017 - www.theredhousepub.com Marsh Benham, Newbury
Organise Your Own
Egg Hunt Send out themed invites on card cut into egg shapes, or maybe use rabbit or chick shapes. If offering food, decorate a trestle table with pretty pastel table cloths. It may be better to stick with tiny savoury sandwiches, sausages or cheese and pineapple
on sticks etc., as there will be a lot of sugar consumed after (and probably during) the hunt! Try using a mix of eggs for the hunt: Foiled-wrapped cream eggs; hard-boiled decorated eggs; painted wooden eggs, and little plastic eggs filled with tiny toys or treats. It’s nice to have a table set aside for egg decorating too. Supply hard boiled eggs, or plastic or wooden eggs bought from a craft shop, with paints, tiny flowers, googly eyes, gems, ribbons and glue, and have prizes for the best decorated eggs.
easter Cup Cakes
A variation on this is to set out cheap straw or paper hats and have everyone create their own Easter bonnet. Have fun! Happy Easter.
METHOD Preheat the oven to 180 C / Gas 4.
These cute cakes make an Easter treat Makes: 12 cupcakes Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 15-20 minutes Cooling time: 15 minutes Decorating time: 10-15 minutes
INGREDIENTS FOR THE CAKES 115g (4oz) softened butter or margarine 115g (4oz) caster sugar 2 eggs, lightly beaten 85g (3oz) self-raising flour 25g (1oz) cocoa powder (optional - for chocolate cupcakes)
FOR THE TOPPING 85g (3oz) softened butter 175g (5oz) icing sugar 25g (1oz) cocoa powder 1 tablespoon milk 3 drops vanilla extract 2 packets mini eggs
Place the butter in a mixing bowl with the sugar. Beat until light and fluffy. Then gradually beat in the eggs, a little at a time. Sift the flour and cocoa powder (if using) into the mixture. Fold them in with a large spoon until combined. Use a teaspoon to dollop the mixture into silicon cases, or paper cases, lining a patty tin. Bake in the preheated oven until well risen and firm to touch, 15 to 20 minutes. Keep checking them so they don’t burn. Transfer to a wire rack to cool. To make the buttercream topping, place the butter in a bowl. Sift in the icing sugar and cocoa, and then add the milk and vanilla essence. Beat until really light and fluffy. When the cupcakes have cooled, ice the cakes. It looks good if the icing is piped on into a nest shape, but this is optional. Place chocolate eggs in the centre of each nest to decorate.
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A major breakthrough in energy healing T he human body has the amazing ability to heal itself. It is a latent and powerful force that is ever present. Pranic Healing® allows the practitioner to remove diseased and dirty energy and channel the required life force to the body of the patient, thus energising and stimulating the body’s healing system.
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Pranic Healing® is a highly evolved and pure system of energy healing, which utilises Prana to balance and transform the body. Prana is a Sanskrit word meaning life-force. This invisible bio-energy or vital energy keeps the body alive and maintains a state of good health. In acupuncture, the Chinese refer to this subtle energy as Chi. It is also called Ruah or the Breath of Life in the Old Testament.
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Ever heard of your Glutes? Well, they are the big muscles in your bum that help to stabilise your lower back, your hips and they even reduce the stress placed through the knees. The problem is nowadays we spend too much time sitting down and these incredibly important muscles begin to switch off and become weak, resulting in aches and pains in your lower back, hips, thighs and the tops of your knees. . . sound familiar? So how do you “wake up” the glutes and improve their strength? Try some targeted exercises such as the clam shell.
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enjoy the gentle benefits of Reiki Offer to Buzz readers - book d three sessions an receive third half price.
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When clients come for a Reiki session, anything discussed is always treated with complete confidentiality. Talking is in my view part of a healing process for many people. It is a release. Some clients come for a treatment because they feel ‘ill at ease’. To be able to completely relax, to relax at a deep level often releases issues within the client which are causing ‘dis-ease’ and then if they are able to talk about their experience, it releases the stress, rather like opening lock gates and allowing the water to flow. Bottling up problems or worries creates a ‘block’ holding back emotions. Allowing them to flow free can give immense relief to the person involved. Please contact Marilyn Down 07856 611 194 or 01635 248170 to book your Reiki Treatment.
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As we step in Spring. . . (its almost here, the sun has been making an appearance) We’ve been discussing bridal hair in salon for the approaching Spring/ Summer weddings.
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New figures out this week reveal a continued and unprecedented shift in the housing market away from home ownership.
homes are in ‘owner-occupation’ in Germany. Whilst there is interest in homeownership it is never been the subject of obsession or viewed as an investment as it has been in the UK.
a new look
housing Market In 1918, 77% of households in England and Wales rented their homes. Home ownership then reached a peak of 70% in 2001 before starting a steady decline to 63% in 2014. This downward trend now seems to be accelerating. Last year was also significant in that the number of homes funded with mortgages fell below the number of homes in outright ownership for the first time. This was caused by long term mortgages that reached maturity outstripping new starts. More noticeably, the rate of purchase for younger people also declined to half of what it used to be.
The end of a dream If owning your own home is the great British dream, the system is now failing very badly. Whilst the popular media claims that inflation and raising a deposit are the predominant factors for this, the reality is more complex. Housing for example has previously been considered to have the dual role of providing a home and financial investment. The investment phenomenon has often been
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an undesirable ‘get rich quick‘ scheme and this speculation and a shortage of supply has fuelled inflation. Young people nowadays are less concerned (or confident) with property investment however than they might be with clearing their university debt and taking some time to travel the world. Mortgages are also more difficult to come by. On an even more serious theme, wealth and income gaps are now at their highest in the UK for a very long time and this has undoubtedly segregated the market into ‘owner occupiers’ and ‘others’.
A new model The German model makes for an interesting comparison; only 42% of
Low home inflation has dissuaded speculative investment and the rental sector is dominated by institutional investment. This institutional investment provides for long-term rental options (and hence certainty) together with high standards of accommodation and maintenance. Under these conditions, being a tenant has many attractions not least considerable flexibility and reduced financial exposure. This institutional model has gathered considerable strength in the UK over the past couple of years, to an extent that the UK is likely to migrate towards the German model where long-term rental is seen as a viable alternative to ownership. Some commentators believe that this type of institutional ownership will eventually overtake owner occupation as quality levels and security of tenure improve. This trend has reached Newbury just recently. We are currently developing two large highquality private rental sites in central Newbury for example (and others elsewhere) that will be available in the market from early 2016. We are hoping to attract more sites in the coming months and we urgently need to ensure that supply matches demand if we are to keep prices (both rental and purchase) under control.
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%).
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