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All you want for Christmas Love it or hate it...Christmas is just around the corner. Which got us to thinking at Life in Petersfield, what do you really want to find under your tree this year? In our special Christmas gift guide you’ve been sharing the most memorable Christmas gifts you’ve received - with everything from puppies to onesies! Then to ensure you get just what you want, we’ve got a Christmas beauty special, counting down the 12 ways to ultimate Christmas beauty. Our what’s on guide and arts page is packed with fun ideas to keep you busy over the Christmas period. And for those who its all about delicious food and getting merry, our fantastic food and drink article is filled with tasty recipes and wonderful wine suggestions to get you in a very festive spirit. But before you have a Christmas overdose, we’ve also got lots of festive-free articles! These include an indepth interview with Petersfield based, Goodnight Mister Tom author, Michelle Magorian and a fascinating article on the history of Petersfield’s High Street and Square, taking us all the way from the 12th century to today.

Alana Hebenton Editorial Manager Alana.hebenton@lifemags.co.uk Tel: 01420 477272 Remember follow us @lifemags on Twitter for the latest Petersfield insights.

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Reach in excess of 60,000 readers in East Hampshire, South West Surrey and West Sussex by advertising ac ross both our titles

44 Food and drink Eat, drink and be merry 48 Gardening Winter wonderland 50 Care Major shake-up for care home inspections, Milkwood refreshed and rejuvenated

54 Awards Judgement call

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News As one door closes, another door opens…, Festive fun in Petersfield, Up the Mekong

12 Interiors Going for gold 14 Christmas Gifts Festive favourites 20 Health Happy healthy Christmas

10 News Tales of winter magic around 26 Style Think pink a roaring fire, New housing at the Causeway, 28 History in Petersfield Petersfield’s Prime Motive, 30 Arts Switch and save Christmas comeback, Crafty Christmas, Slow Train to Switzerland makes a stop in Petersfield, All rise

56 Business news Flying the flag for Petersfield, Vintage and Vogue, Something blue in Liss, A partner to be proud of, Linda lights up new showroom 62 Directory Local contacts Advertising list Distribution points

32 What’s on 34 Profile Michelle Magorian

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38 Charity Bedales supporting schools in Swaziland, A unique charity APPeal, MRC students make much for MacMillan, Charity Gala evening at Petersfield Museum, Fiery fundraising 42 Religion Relating to religion

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news Alana Hebenton and Henry Ascoli, image taken by Stephane Rocher.

As one door closes, another door opens... Editorial Manager Alana Hebenton has put pen to paper on her final Life in Petersfield magazine, and is set to start a new chapter in her career as communications manager at the University of Southampton. She explained: “When I started work at the magazine in 2011, I never guessed how much I was going to gain from Life in Petersfield. “From visiting the local businesses to attending the annual festivals, no job could have been more rewarding - or varied! “It’s impossible to pick one highlight, but our annual awards ceremony will always have a special place for me. The culmination of months of hard work, it was great to see the town come together to celebrate the best of Petersfield... even if I will never live down my choice of footwear! “As I go on to embrace new opportunities, I’d like to thank all the wonderful Petersfield people and businesses who have helped make the magazine what it is today. “I hope you will continue to enjoy Life in Petersfield as it enters its own exciting next chapter with Henry Ascoli.” For the new Life in Petersfield editorial manager Henry Ascoli, the role offers an exciting challenge and the chance to view local life from a new perspective. He commented: “I have always been passionate about writing and had my sights set on a career in journalism since secondary school. “During the summer holidays, I would spend every spare moment jotting down ideas, reporting on local events and writing articles in the newsroom at a local newspaper, always desperate to see my name in print in the next edition. 8

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“After completing my A-levels, I enrolled on a fast-track journalism course at Highbury College - the 20 most demanding but rewarding weeks of my life. “Since then, my first two years in journalism have been a whirlwind, offering a taste of everything from football reporting to theatre reviews and awards photography to in-depth interviews. “I am excited and eager to take on this new challenge, and believe there is a bright future in store for Life in Petersfield.” Life in Petersfield manager Jo Barlow enthused: “We are absolutely thrilled to have Henry join us. He will be a incredible asset to the publication and has worked very hard to be here. “At the same time, Alana will be sorely missed and I’m sure all our friends in Petersfield will feel the same way - we wish her all the best in her exciting new role.”

Henry Ascoli Favourite place in Petersfield: The Heath Lake - the perfect place to escape and relax, with wonderful wildlife and stunning views. Favourite way to unwind: An extra hot skinny latte at the Natural Apothecary with friends or family. Favourite hobbies/interests: Going to Positive Lifestyle and general fitness - I love trying new sports and activities and meeting new people. Guilty pleasure: Online shopping - too many skinny chinos to fit in the wardrobe! Dream interviewee: Rod Stewart - an iconic musician and a colourful character.

Festive fun in Petersfield Petersfield Festivals are returning for another year with a Christmas market to kick start the festive season on 1 December. The events company will be combining with Hampshire Farmers’ Markets to bring Petersfield a large varied market with a range of festive items. In the centre of town there will be an entertainment zone. Featuring students performing carols from the Infants school, Herne School and The Petersfield School band. On top of these there will be performances from local artists and groups such as Aimee and Deep Blue Jazz. Throughout the day there will also be great family activities including children’s rides, pottery painting, textile demonstrations and a visit from Father Christmas For more information head to www.petersfieldfest.com

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Up the Mekong Explorer, John Pilkington will be making a special visit to Petersfield Library on 6 November. Starting at 7.30pm, John will tell his exciting story Up The Mekong to Tibet. The challenging journey, which took John up the world’s tenth longest river from the South China Sea to Tibet, has long been associated with mystery and opium smuggling. However, John hadn’t expected the excitement and dangers that he would face in its upper reaches, starting among the rice paddies of Vietnam, he made his way via Cambodia, Thailand, Laos and Burma and through the gorges of China’s Yunnan province. In a climax to the trip, he and two Tibetans stepped onto the glacier at the foot of Mount Guosongmucha, north of Tibet, where the Mekong rises at over 17,000 feet, making John the first European to reach and map its source. Petersfield Library, 0845 6035631 Issue 43 November / December 2013

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Tales of winter magic around a roaring fire at Butser Ancient Farm

Ancient traditions are set to come to life at Butser Ancient Farm on Friday 20 December with two very different events. Firstly, Saturnalia will celebrate Roman traditions ‘pre-Christmas times’ giving children and parents the chance to experience what it may have been like 2,000 years ago. “The giving of gifts, lighting of candles and the awakening of the God Saturn really takes you back to a less commercial time,” Gwen Woodruff, from Butser Ancient Farm explains. Later on that afternoon visitors will be invited to the grand roundhouse, around a roaring fire to enjoy a hot chocolate and listen to Red Phoenix with her Tales of Winter Magic.

Prime Motive director, Charlie Essex and Producer, Jack Sheeran

Petersfield’s Prime Motive

Butser Ancient Farm, 02392 598838

Local Petersfield School pupils Jack Sheeran and Charlie Essex have launched a self-funded feature film on Youtube. Set in 2015, a year after the referendum for Scottish independence has failed, Prime Motive focuses on a group of Scottish extremists who decide to take direct action to secure their nation’s independence. Prime Motive producer Jack Sheeran explains: “We wanted to produce a film which drew upon a current/highly topical issue, which could be portrayed in a way which was accessible to all ages groups. “The main thing which made the whole film become a reality was that of the cast, crew and everyone else involved - without the sheer dedication of these individuals it just wouldn’t have been possible.”

New housing at the Causeway see how the site could be developed and improve public access to the surrounding countryside avoiding the need to build on existing sports and community facilities at Penns Place.”

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A public exhibition was recently held at the Festival Hall in Petersfield on proposals for new housing and a country park at Causeway Farm. The plans, which include 230 new homes, are being brought forward by Barratt Homes, Bovis Homes and 4LL. Around 200 people attended the exhibition and were invited to provide their comments either on the day or subsequently by post. The feedback will be considered by the developers before they progress with the submission of a planning application. Causeway Farm is identified as a reserve housing site in the District Council’s adopted Local Plan and would make a significant contribution to future housing needs whatever the finally adopted figure. Proposals for new housing are also currently progressing on the council’s other reserve housing sites, which includes the recent submission of a planning application by David Wilson Homes for 76 new homes on land south-east of Causeway. Julian Jones, development director at Barratt Homes, said: “The consultation on our plans will allow local people to 10

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I came along to see what is going on today. I want to know the affect the houses are going to have on the school and the traffic flow is my main concern. Jeanette Nun I want answers as there has been no pedestrian crossing proposed or safety measures with the school. I’m also concerned about the drainage as it is not sufficient at the moment. Julia Clarke

See Prime Motive: www.youtube.com/ watch?v=MMPyT4BqijQ

Switch and save A new energy switching scheme could help scores of businesses across East Hampshire save time and cut costs in the future. Small and medium-sized businesses are being offered the opportunity to switch to cheaper energy tariffs with the help of Switch Hampshire, supported by East Hampshire District Council (EHDC) and Hampshire County Council. Businesses can register for the scheme for free at www.hants.gov.uk/switch until November 25, and are under no obligation to switch energy supplier. Once the business is registered, an energy expert from the scheme will get in touch to

ask for basic information before searching for a better tariff. Switch Hampshire will provide help throughout the switching process and also offer post-contract management. Cllr Melissa Maynard, portfolio holder for energy and renewables at EHDC, said: “We hope this scheme will help take the hassle out of switching energy suppliers for our small and medium businesses and help make much-needed savings.” Find out more and register at www.hants.gov.uk/switch or call 0800 1560871. Issue 43 November / December 2013

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Glass Pear Decoration, £8, Laura Ashley

Going for gold Gold ornaments and accessories, The Garage

Beautiful in bright, polished and matte finishes, discover how to make a statement in your homes this season with these gorgeous gold interiors Gold Deer Head, £45, Marks and Spencer

Kitts small coffee table,£715, Snug Interiors

Painted Flower Door Knob Gold £3.50, Marks and Spencer

Christmas Table runner, £42,Laura Ashley

Real gold mini jug, £24.50, Gabriella Shaw Ceramics

A selection of fabrics from the new collection from Ardecora, selection of velvets, sheers and weaves, Isabel Ballardie 12

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Vinci Sofa Bed, Gold, £259, Made

Christmas placemats, £18,Laura Ashley

Orchid silk, £55 per metre, Melanie Downing Interiors

Kitts large coffee table, £895, Snug Interiors

Gabriella Shaw Ceramics, 01730 821101 Isabel Ballardie, 01252 782673 Made, 02072 865100 Marks and Spencer, 01730 261962 Melanie Downing Interiors, 01428 713868 Laura Ashley, 01730 268387 Snug Interiors, 01730 894 754 Starlight Murals, 01420 538784 Napkins, £20, Laura Ashley

The Garage, www.facebook.com/thegaragepetersfield

Designers Guild fabrics, silks with gold painted effect plus Osborne and Little beaded trim in gold and turquoise, Isabel Ballardie

Squirrel from Munchkin Lane Cafe Mural, Starlight Murals, Maria Yadegar www.lifemags.co.uk

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Festive favourites

From puppies to divorce papers...you’ve been sharing your all time favourite Christmas gifts I just love having a Christmas stocking every year, they are always the best presents and you are never too old for one... take note Father Christmas!

Cindy-Marie Havey, Petersfield

My very own Labrador puppy. Our family lab had a litter of eight pups - all destined to be gun dogs - but my mother tied a red bow around the neck of the most gorgeous one and hid her in the entrance hall, rang the doorbell and then sent me to answer it!

My favourite Christmas gift was given to me last year by my then three-year-old daughter. She could hardly wait to give it to me and was so excited! Janie Horlock, Blue Fig Restaurant

Alison Grange, Durleighmarsh Farm Shop When my daughters (six and three years old at the time) gave me a lovely painting which they’d both done together, framed and signed, which now hangs on my bedroom wall. Every time I see it reminds me how much I love them.

Andy Redman, The General Wine Company

A vintage gold mirror from my Granny that belonged to her grandmother. A treasure because it reminds me of her. Cressy Luke, The Garage

My most unexpected was a couple of years ago when I was given a Tiffany silver necklace as it was a complete surprise and I love it. Eloise Keating, Horndean

I always love receiving magazine subscriptions especially ELLE décor or VOGUE because then you get a good surprise every month! Kate Gilman, Isabel Ballardie Interiors

For Kids

Colour-in Paper Chains,Pack of two,£3.99, Lil Spin

Diaries, £5.99-£9.99, Dragonflies

Colour-in 3D Christmas Tree Decorations, Pack of two, £9.99, Lil Spin Steiff Christmas Musical Teddy Bear, £150, Far Horizons Dinosaur soft toy, £20, Laura Ashley

Double candle holder, £6.99, single Candle holder, £4.49, Gold Noel sign, £5.49, pack of 2 Candle holders in gold and red, £2.99, Bath Bombs, £4.99, Gift box of 4 bath creamers, £9.99, Dragonflies 14

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Stars sleeping pod, £35, Laura Ashley

Merry Christmas sign, £4.99, Dragonflies

Colour-in Christmas Tablecloth, Pack of two, £11.99, Lil Spin

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Nicky Gander, Gander Tax Services Limited

It was an illustrated Cinderella book and I was about eight years old. On her finger was perched a robin.

A Radley bag that my dad bought me. I could never justify spending that amount of my own money on a bag so to have someone else buy it was amazing and I was very grateful!

Divorce Papers from the ex. How’s that for the best Christmas gift I ever received? The papers came on 3 or 4 Jan but who’s counting? Leah Cohen London, The Write Angle

Dilys Lownsborough, Petersfield

To be honest I would certainly not say it was my favourite present of all time but here is an appalling photo of me in my New Look USA one-sie . After all Christmas is not complete without spending the whole day in your one-sie? Just me?

Olivia Harvey, The Natural Apothecary

And something a little different...

I would have difficulty in saying my best Christmas present but as a mum of five and two grandchildren have to say all of us round the table on Christmas day has be the best for me. Moyra White, Vintage and Vogue

A bike, it had tassels, a bell and was red and no stabilizers. It meant I was a big girl!! Michele Wheeler, Elegance and Grace

If you’re bored of the same old Christmas presents then why not treat your special someone to a gliding lesson, £80, with Lasham Gliding.

Lasham Gliding lesson

For Her

ESPA Reed Diffuser, £35, Hidden Retreat Heart on Silver Torque, £75, Trevor Towner

Single big heart crystal necklace,£150, Trevor Towner

Hobo bag, £190,Willow

Heart to Heart Bracelets £60, Trevor Towner.

Cockerel teapot, £16.50, Gabriella Shaw Ceramics

MyWalit Metallic Leather Clutch Bag, £85, Far Horizons

Bluebell mug, £10.50, Gabriella Shaw Ceramics

Tidy Toiletries, £20, Joules Simple Hearts Bracelet in Spiri, £50, Trevor Towner 1970S Blue beaded bag, £30, Vintage and Vogue 16

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Festive favourites Trevor Towner, 01730 261613 I’m lucky that I get my favourite gift every year - just to spend a few days with all my family. Particularly now that I have a little boy, it’s magical for him and so for me. I can’t wait!

Joe Summerfield, Nutrivital

A gift I treated myself to being home for Christmas to spend time with family and friends when I lived overseas for 6 years. Tracey Richardson, The Association of Petersfield Businesses

Know it sounds corny, but it was our baby son Joe. We’d tried for a long time to have a baby and were so relieved when he arrived safe and well. Julia Willmott, Petersfield

Hidden Retreat, 01730 262007

It would have to be, when my son came home from travelling unexpectedly on Christmas Eve. I still cry when I think of it and how wonderful it was to see him. I could have no greater gift.

Willow, 01730 858786 Gabriella Shaw, 01730 821101 Far Horizons, 01730 265864 Vintage and Vogue, 07894 451945 Joules, 01730 261804 Dragonflies, 01730 771323 Laura Ashley, 01730 268387

Jacky Milner Walker, The Centre of Complementary Medicine

The Macallan, 01340 872280 M&S, 01730 261962 Fat Face, 01730 267589

For Him The Macallan Sienna, £66, The Glenrothes 1998 £45 www.themacallan.co.uk

Subbuteo He Flicks, He Scores Shower Gel and Body Spray Duo, £7.50, Marks & Spencer

Heads, shoulders, knees and toes, £14, Joules

Mens onesie, £45, Fat Face

For Teens

Hobo purse, £59, Willow

Diamante Tie, £40, Vintage and Vogue www.lifemags.co.uk

Coeur de Lion Necklace, £115, Far Horizons

Pretty Practical, £14, Joules

It’s in the bag, £20, Joules

Hearts on crystal in Light colours, £35.95, Trevor Towner

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Retirement Sale Starts Monday 4th November 2013

Come and enjoy some pre Christmas shopping Wonderful Special Offers Join the celebration

Merry Christmas to all our lovely clients. Take a moment for yourself with a little festive pampering at The Hidden Retreat and pick up a gift for that special someone at the same time - choose from our beautiful range of gifts from ESPA and Dermalogica. Call us on 01730 262007 to book your appointment. Why not treat a loved one with our Gift Vouchers - the promise of an indulgent beauty treatment in the New Year.

Contact us: thehiddenretreat.co.uk, 01730 262007 Park House, Park Road, Petersfield, GU32 3DL (Opposite The New Day Lewis Pharmacy In The Corner Of Waitrose Car Park)

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The only ice cream in Petersfield made on site

Now Taking Orders for Christmas Christmas ice cream cakes and individual puddings in a variety of designs and flavours All hand made to order and hand decorated with or without alcohol

from faraway shores... The Folly Market College Street Petersfield GU31 4AD 01730 269991 Open 10am - 5pm Monday - Friday, and 9.30 - 5pm Saturday

Great Christmas Gift ideas in store

fabulous, original xmas gifts and stocking fillers

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Book early to avoid disappointment Shop open until midday on Christmas Eve Shop closed between Wednesday 25th December – 1st January Reopening 2nd January

The Folly market • 10-12 College St. • Petersfield • Hampshire GU31 4AD

Tel: 01730 858030

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THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE AT ACADEMY ART & CRAFTS • We are one of the largest independent stockists of fine art materials in the south, including Winsor & Newton, Caran D’Ache and Faber Castell. • We have a large hobby and modelling department stocking Airfix, Tamiya, Revell and Games Workshop. • Also available are a range of Creative and traditional toys and games for children to play, make, sew and paint. Brands include Djeco, Melissa & Doug, House of Marbles and Great Gizmos. • We carry a great range of craft materials for making your own Christmas cards and presents and gifts and cards for Christmas. • Bespoke Picture Framing with 30 years experience.

To find us head for the main entrance of the Waitrose car park off station Road. OPEN MONDAY SATURDAY 9.00AM - 5.30PM FREE PARKING

Winton Road, Petersfield, GU32 3HA 01730 261624 www.academyartandcrafts.com

THE HOME SERVICE ON YOUR DOORSTEP Whatever your job, we have a treasure who can help with you with your gardening, cleaning, cooking, DIY, babysitting, cooking, painting, sewing etc.

Call Local Treasures on 07740 945929 Visit us at www.local-treasures.co.uk Email Sarahh@local-treasures.co.uk

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Christmas beauty The Christmas countdown has begun, so to ensure your true love gives you everything you want this year (whether that be a partridge in a pear tree or five gold rings!) we’ve been finding out the 12 ways to Christmas beauty Tatiana Top, £69, Duet

Your first step to Christmas beauty involves getting your body in shape. Personal trainer Steve Stidolph advises exercising with three proper sessions a week, with at least a little walk every day to keep your blood flowing and keep the metabolism up. “I recommend a 20 minute brisk walk in the morning before breakfast to promote fat burning and get your body moving for the day and then three more intense workouts either at the gym or outside working at a much higher intensity and making good use of circuit training including a mix of cardiovascular, resistance and core work followed by a full attaching routine.”

Forget the two turtle doves, the second way to Christmas beauty involves shaking up your diet. Now we know this is easier said than done when it comes to all the Christmas temptations. However, fitness expert Julia Wilmott believes by making a few small changes you can 20

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have a big impact on your shape. “Ditch the crisps and replace with bowls of fruit, olives, dried apricots, figs etc. And when cooking, replace double cream in sauces and puddings with half fat crème fraiche, semi skimmed milk etc.”

So, we’ve covered diet and exercise, but don’t worry - the quest to Christmas beauty isn’t all hard work. The third way involves some much needed festive indulgence with an ESPA Proserum facial (available at The Hidden Retreat.) Featuring ESPA’s newly launched Proserum, it combines the power of a super serum with the nourishment of a face treatment oil. Suitable for all ages and all skin types, this treatment enhances the skin’s production of high quality collagen and hyaluric acid for more youthful looking skin. The facial includes cleanse, exfoliate, facial massage with Proserum, mask, a scalp or hand massage whilst the mask is on and then, once the mask has been ESPA Optimal Skin Pro removed, a finishing application Serum, £48, Hidden of Proserum and moisturiser. This Retreat

will leave you with glowing skin - ready to wow at any party over the festive season!

On to four, and we want lashes that give you more! Lasting for two-three weeks, eye lash extensions are the perfect way to get the ‘wow factor’ over the Christmas period. Meon Face currently offer a choice of eyelash designs (prices from £65) ranging from a completely natural (although enhanced) look, a sassier sexy look or the ultimate glamorous look. The application is simple with a synthetic lash to each of your own individual lashes taking one and half- two hours. Continued on page 22 Eyelash extensions at Meon Face

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While it may be tempting to forget about your feet in the winter, to achieve the ‘ring a ding ding’ factor, our fifth way to Christmas beauty involves paying them some attention with a pedicure. Salon Sixteen owner Rosie Packham-Boyns explains: “Our luxury pedicure is the perfect way for busy ladies to treat themselves running up to the busy Xmas period! We have many clients that don’t touch their toe nails or feet ever themselves now.” After filing away dead skin, trimming nails and pushing back cuticles, a shellac polish is applied to the toes. The toes are then put under a UV lamp, leaving the toes dry and chip proof for up to six weeks. Adding to the relaxation, the treatment is completed with a foot and leg massage - the only stressful part is deciding on a polish colour!

Sticking at six and it’s all about volumous hair on our journey to Christmas beauty. Rosie continues: “Heated rollers are so in at the mo and are going to be big still during the party season! We obviously can do this fabulously at the salon, even our apprentices can get a fab look! But we also sell a very easy home use pack for just £44.”

But, at eight to make it look extra great you can’t forget your accessories with details like this luxury faux fur ruffle scarf available at Mimosa for £35.

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And for when you are feeling the effects of all this retail therapy and festive preparation our 11th way to Christmas beauty is quite simply to sleep! Sleep deprivation will only make you more stressed and bags under your eyes is never a good look.

Then once you have exercised, dieted, got your new wardrobe, caught up with your sleep, got your hair, nails, face and lashes sorted all you have left to do is feel beautiful in yourself and you will be the ultimate Christmas beauty! Luxury faux fur ruffle scarf, £35, Mimosa Thierry Rabotin shoes in silver lazered suede, £230, Rhona Russell

Nine ladies will be dancing with these Thierry Rabotin shoes in silver lazered suede for £230 at Rhona Russell.

On to lucky number seven and it’s time to sort out your Christmas party wardrobe. And black is back with this elegant Grace Cardigan, £69 pictured bottom right and Tatiana Top, £69, below both available at Duet.

However, if you fancy trying something different at the Christmas party this year, this Dessy dress for £237 at Elegance & Grace is the perfect ten.

Grace Cardigan, £69, Duet

Tatiana Top, £69, Duet

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Ok, so we all love a bit of lounging around on the sofa watching our favourite Christmas movie, but by incorporating just a little exercise into your Christmas break, you can look and FEEL a lot better when it comes to January. Local fitness expert Julia Willmott suggests making activity part of the festive period with cycle rides to the local shops for last-minute stocking fillers and plenty of family walks. You can also treat the family to some fun active outings like ice skating, swimming or indoor rock climbing. However, if Santa’s reindeer have been pulling on your purse strings as well as his sleigh, then why not simply switch off the TV and have a dance off in the living room to your Christmas CD!

When the Santa sniffles strike, it’s soothing to remember that there some very good natural remedies available. Olivia Harvey at the Natural Apothecary frequently recommends three during the festive season: “Echinacea is one of the widestused herbal products in the UK, people have employed this flowering plant as a cold remedy for hundreds of years. Its popularity is in part due to the huge amount of research and evidence in its favour. It has often been shown that using it every day for four months can result in a 26% reduction in the duration of coughs and colds. It is best taken at the early onset of a cold or flu to help reduce the duration and the severity of the symptoms.

Christress The combination of sleep deprivation, different families coming together and financial pressures can often make Christmas one of the most stressful times of the year. To avoid these stresses Petersfield Hypnotherapist Graham Parish recommends planning ahead: “Make sure you have someone to talk to when you feel stressed - a problem shared etc! Give yourself a budget - stick to what you can afford and start the New Year in control of your finances.” Another major source of stress is the pressure to have a good time. Roman philosopher Seneca believed that anger is caused by the frustration we feel when our experience does not match our expectations. His simple solution: lower your expectations. Joe Summerfield at Nutrivital says: “If you find yourself becoming irritated by crowds, traffic jams, Bing Crosby or any other Christmas inevitable, it may help to ask yourself: ‘It’s Christmas! Was it fair of me to expect otherwise?’” Learning to meditate can also be a useful tool. The Centre of Complementary Medicine hold a regular meditation evening on a Wednesday, which is suitable for absolute beginners, and those with some experience. 24

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For many the words healthy and Christmas rarely seem to go together… however we’ve been finding out from Petersfield’s health experts just how you can reduce your Santa stress and boost your festive fitness “Another sniffle-fighting natural remedy that has been used since the 18th century by apothecaries is ginger and honey for a sore throat. Ginger and honey may help relieve the symptoms and also treat the root cause of a sore throat. Ginger acts as a natural pain killer, which can ameliorate the pain associated with a sore throat. It is also antibacterial and antifungal and may help fight the infection causing your sore throat. “Finally, this is the time of year when we are exposed to less sunlight and therefore are more likely to border on being vitamin D difficient. Vitamin D is essential for a health immune system and an important factor in fighting off colds and flu. I recommend a good vitamin D supplement and lots of lovely walks outside all wrapped up!” And for the Christmas hangover, Joe Summerfield at Nutrivital advises his clients to take the Acidophilus Complex, the Enzyme Complex (both for digestive system), and the Milk Thistle Plus (to support the liver).

Festive food The Christmas dinner is the pinnacle feast of the year, however you can make it a healthier choice using a metal rack to cook your turkey so the fat drains away. Julia Wilmott also suggests trimming the skin off the turkey and steaming your veggies instead of roasting them in oil: “This keeps the immune boosting vitamins in and the calories out.” Most of us also like a tipple at Christmas, but aim to alternate an alcoholic drink with a soft drink or water and stick within safe limits (max of three-four units a day for men and two-three units for women). And if you want to prepare your body for the overindulgence of the period, acupuncture is also a good therapy, to help boost your immune system and bring about a sense of calm and balance. Hypnotherapy Petersfield, 07810 877158 Julia Willmott, 01730 300191 Nutrivital, 01730 233414 The Centre of Complementary Medicine, 01730 231655 The Natural Apothecary, 01730 858183 Issue 43 November / December 2013

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History in Petersfield Words and images: Petersfield through Time author, David Jeffery 1 Petersfield High Street forms part of the Norman and medieval core of the town. With its 12th century charter allowing the holding of markets, the High Street began to develop “burgage plots” on either side to accommodate traders, their families and their shops. This Edwardian photo shows little change from that pattern, but the arrival of motor cars in the 1910s and electric lighting in the 1920s brought modernism and a corresponding increase in the population (from around 3,000 to 4,000 in those 20 years). Original High Street burgage plots can still be seen in the Physic Garden and at the rear of no. 22.

2 High Street, looking west, 1898 These views demonstrate the worst excesses of the architectural damage done to the town in 1965: the 17th century former coaching inn, the Dolphin, the late Victorian Post Office and an early 17th century private residence, Clare Cross, were all demolished in that year by Raglan Developments Ltd. The town’s most celebrated artist, Flora Twort, used her skills to depict the imminent destruction by sending a protest letter and drawing to the local press. It was certainly no consolation to be told that the replacement building, Dolphin Court, won a design award from

The Square in Wartime,1944

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Judging by these pictures alone, optimists (and romantics) would say that there is little difference to Petersfield’s townscape from a century ago. However, hard-nosed historians would disagree: in the Square and High Street alone (our medieval town core), we have gifted parts of our Georgian and Victorian past to greedy, profiteering developers. Every brick, every stone, every timber counts if we are to remain a “historic country town”.

the Civic Trust in 1968 for its “respect for the character of its surroundings”. A local architect described it as “like a seaside marine building on an esplanade”.

3 High Street, 1930s At a first glance, little seems to have changed in the High Street since this picture was taken in the early 1930s. However, the 17th century, white-painted building on the far left, Clare Cross, was demolished in 1964 and carried a sad story with it. The last resident, since 1908, had been Charlie Dickins, a well-known Petersfield dentist who had also been the town’s Scoutmaster for 37 years; within two months of selling his lease to the developer Raglan, he died. The building on the right with the brick frontage is the new Boots Chemists built in 1936, which, with the adjacent Woolworths of 1934, displaced an 18th century shop and burgage plot.

4 The Square in wartime, 1944 Petersfield hardly suffered from wartime bombing, but several thousand Allied troops passed through the town en route to Portsmouth. They frequented the numerous pubs and were entertained at their own “Home from Home” canteen in College Street. The boys of Emanuel School from south London and some Portsmouth schoolchildren were evacuated to the town.

The Square, East Side, 1944

All these newcomers were successfully absorbed into the local community. One of the town’s three air raid shelters stood in front of St. Peter’s and occasional fundraising campaigns (Salute the Soldier dated from 1944) brought some distraction for residents. The cattle market, Savoy cinema and the Petersfield Musical Festival all functioned more or less as normal.

5 The Square, north side, 1962 All four sides of the Square have undergone transformations in their turn; for the north side, it was the 1960s that sealed its fate, when an early Tudor house on the site, re-built with Georgian brickwork in the 18th century, was razed to make way for Barclays Bank in the centre position, Fine Fare supermarket (the successor to Forrest Stores, which had dominated the scene from 1927 until 1963) and Ramswalk on its eastern edge later in 1993. Happily, many of the Georgian brick frontages were retained and some of the old timberframed interiors can still be seen inside the properties lying between Barclays Bank and the Edinburgh Woollen Mill. Note from the author: I hope Petersfield through Time provides an enjoyable stroll through our beloved town, BUT let it also serve as a reminder to everyone that to tamper with it is to deny us that enjoyment. Petersfield Through Time, £14.99

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A Christmas Festival, Friday 22 - Sunday 24 November, Stansted House

Christmas comeback On the 22 November A Christmas Festival will be making its return to Stansted House. Taking place until Sunday 24 November, the popular festive event will again feature many local exhibitors, as well as companies from further a field, making it a popular alternative to the usual stressful Christmas shopping experience. During the festival the Stansted Light Railway and ‘Rudolph & Prancer’ will be giving lifts on the ‘Festive Horse Drawn Carriage’ between the house and the garden centre. The festival will also see the ‘below stairs’ rooms of Stansted House full of treats with the Old Kitchen, Servants Hall, Pantries, Housekeeper and Butler’s rooms all featuring a wide selection of Christmas foods along

with wine, beer and liqueur tasting. The ‘upstairs’ stately rooms will then have creative and decorative Christmas decorations for the house, including; inspirational stands in the Main Hall as well as an array of wreaths, garlands, wrapping paper, ribbons, cards, candles, interior accessories and tableware in the Music Room, Blue Drawing Room and Boudoir. The festive fun will continue with ‘The Christmas Gift Marquee’, daily decorative demonstrations, festive tastings, Santa’s Grotto, juggling, story telling, face painting and craft activities and ‘The Stansted Christmas Maze & Wish Tree’ in the Walled Garden. www.stanstedparkgardencentre.net

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Crafty Christmas Stuck for ideas for Christmas presents? With West Dean’s fun Sewing Vintage Style Crafts Day on the 23 November you can create a gift to tick off your list! During the workshop you can choose from a selection of projects to make a fabric gift using simple sewing techniques, including a peg bag, tea cosy, door stop, butcher’s apron or Christmas stocking. Techniques vary according to projects but include machine appliqué, simple freehand embroidery, bias binding, and tricks for sewing accurate seams. On completing the day you will have acquired increased confidence in fabric preparation, understanding a simple pattern and instructions, using a sewing machine and how to design and create decoration with simple appliqué to individualise a project. Tutors of the course include Alice Butcher, who trained in surface pattern design at Somerset College and Ginny Farquhar, who 30

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On Thursday 14 November local book shop, One Tree Books will be holding a special talk with Slow Train to Switzerland author, Diccon Bewes. Slow Train to Switzerland lifts the lid on the early days of travel. In June 1863 an English lady set off by train on the trip of a lifetime: Thomas Cook’s first Conducted Tour of Switzerland. A century and a half later, travel writer Diccon Bewes, author of the bestselling Swiss Watching, decided to retrace where she went and see what she saw. With over 70 archive vintage photographs Slow Train To Switzerland opens a retro glimpse of what was a very different country. And it gives us a second chance to experience travel the way it used to be: slow. Taking place at 7pm, during the talk guests will have the chance to meet British-born Diccon Bewes, who has lived in Switzerland for eight years as a writer, traveller and chocolate lover.

Sewing vintage style crafts, West Dean

trained in theatrical costume at Wimbledon. After careers in their respective fields, they jointly set up a company making and selling a range of handmade sewn products, before concentrating on collaborative teaching of sewing. They have co-written three books: Sew Fabulous Fabric, Home Sweet Sewn and Sewing for Kids for David and Charles. West Dean, www.westdean.org.uk

All rise Following their appearance on The Big Reunion earlier this year, and a recent sold out show at O2 Shepherd’s Bush Empire on 3 May, Blue will be performing at the Portsmouth Guildhall on Saturday 2 November. The band’s new album retains their trademark style, of emotive ballads alongside energetic tracks for the dance floor, whilst also showing a new-found maturity in their smooth performance style and seemingly effortless writing ability to pen hit song after hit song. Lee Ryan, Antony Costa, Duncan James and Simon Webbe are no doubt one of the most successful British acts of the last decade, touring virtually every country in the world, performing and recording with the likes of Sir Elton John and Stevie Wonder. Portsmouth Guildhall www.portsmouthguildhall.org.uk Issue 43 November / December 2013

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l Saturday 2 November Petersfield Round Table Fireworks Display 2013 Venue: Petersfield Recreation Ground Time: Bonfire lit at 6.30pm and Fireworks at 7pm Price: £7 Contact: www.petersfield.roundtable.co.uk

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Tales of winter magic around a roaring fire, Butser Ancient Farm

l Thursday 7 - Saturday 9 November Peter Grimes Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time: 7.30pm, 2.30pm matinee on Saturday Contact: www.lionandunicornplayers.co.uk l Sunday 10 November - Sunday 15 December Winter Markets Venue: Petersfield Community Centre Time: 10am-1.30pm Contact: wintermarkets@yahoo.co.uk l Thursday 14 November Save the Children Gift Fair Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time: 10am-6.30pm Contact: www.petersfieldsavethechildren.co.uk/thepetersfield-gift-fair Slow Train to Switzerland Venue: One Tree Books, 7 Lavant Street, Petersfield Time: 7pm Contact: 01730 264744 Petersfield Writers Workshop Time: 7.30 - 10.30pm Contact: 0783 431 6040, lea@meltpot.demon.co.uk

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l Friday 15 November ‘In memoriam’ event Venue: Petersfield Museum, St Peter’s Rd, Petersfield Time: 1-4pm Contact: 01730 262601

Petersfield Gala evening Venue: Tithe Barn, Ditcham Price: Tickets £50 and tables of ten are £500 Contact: 01730 825562 Eloise Keating live performance Venue: The Rising Sun, North Ln, Clanfield Time: 8pm Free entry Contact: 02392 596975 l Wednesday 20 - Saturday 23 November South Pacific Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Time 7.30pm, 2.30pm matinee Saturday Price: £12, £15 Contact: www.petersfieldtheatregroup.org l Tuesday 19 November Petersfield Write Angle: Special Guest: Afric McGlinchey+ Open Mic Venue: Upstairs @ The Square Brewery, Market Square, Petersfield Price: £4 Contact: www.petersfieldwriteangle.co.uk l Friday 22 - Sunday 24 November A Christmas Festival at Stansted Venue: Stansted Park, Rowlands Castle Time: Friday 12noon - 8pm (last entry 7pm) Open Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm (last entry 4pm) Price: Friday: Adults & Seniors - £5 Beat the crowds! Saturday & Sunday: Adults & Seniors - £6 Children under 16: Free Contact: www.achristmasfestival.com

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l Saturday 23 November Sewing vintage style crafts a gift day Venue: West Dean Nr Chichester West Sussex Price: £103 Contact: 01243 811301

l Tuesday 17 December Petersfield Write Angle: Special Guest: The Speech Painter Venue: Upstairs @ The Square Brewery, Market Square, Petersfield Price: £6 Contact: www.petersfieldwriteangle.co.uk

l Friday 29 November Faith, Spirituality and Belonging Venue: Petersfield Museum , St Peter’s Rd, Petersfield Time: 7pm Price: £7 (or £5 for Museum members) Contact: 01730 262601

Tree Dressing Venue: Weald and Downland Open Air Museum Time: 12.30-4pm Contact: www.wealddown.co.uk

l Saturday 30 November Churcher’s College Junior School Christmas Fayre Venue: Churchers College Junior School Midhurst Road Time: 12am Contact: www.churcherscollege.com l Sunday 1 December Petersfield Christmas Market Venue: Petersfield Time: 10am Contact: www.petersfieldfest.com

l Thursday 12 - Sunday 15 December Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat Venue: Petersfield Festival Hall Contact: www.pyt.org.uk

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Michelle Magorian Author and actress Michelle Magorian is one of Petersfield’s best-kept secrets She has achieved astonishing success around the world, yet locally she is betterknown as a friendly face in the crowd. Michelle made her first steps on stage at the Rose Bruford College of Speech and Drama, then joined Marcel Marceau’s L’Ecole Internationale de Mime in Paris. She has since performed in plays, musicals and one-woman shows and written lyrics for a handful of internationally-acclaimed composers. Michelle’s novels focus principally on Second World War Britain seen through the eyes of evacuees and families, exploring the physical and emotional rollercoaster experienced by young people during times of conflict. Her debut novel Goodnight Mister Tom propelled Michelle from little-known writer to international success story, as the poignant tale of love and war inspired a BAFTA award-winning TV drama, Olivier Award-winning stage play and a string of successful audio adaptations around the world. Goodnight Mister Tom shines the spotlight on a young boy, William Beech, whose world turns upside down when he is evacuated from busy, bustling London to the tranquillity of an idyllic West Country village.

The author put pen to paper on the novel more than 30 years ago after Michelle Magoria n four years of research and writing in tube stations and theatre dressing rooms, a caravan and even “I was absolutely a fire escape. astounded, and immediately rang my father It has since been translated into 13 in Portsmouth… languages and won a string of awards in the “I read the review word-for-word down UK, America and Australia, resonating with a crackly phone line, with the train station readers of all ages. tannoy blaring in the background.” This summer, the Petersfield Theatre Michelle also vividly recollects the Group brought Goodnight Mister Tom to life moment Goodnight Mister Tom won a once again, performing the story to a local BAFTA award, while she was watching the audience for the first time. glittering ceremony on the small screen “It’s amazing how people have embraced from her flat in Charles Street, Petersfield. the story and the book’s publication has “Both my sons were very young at the been like a pebble being cast into a pool, time, and they were sitting there glued with the ripples continuing to spread,” to the TV while I was doing the ironing. Michelle comments. I couldn’t believe it and stood there “It is difficult to comprehend how an speechless for a few seconds - it took some image in a launderette changed my life. time to sink in!” “I am delighted that readers have enjoyed Michelle is passionate about her local their journey for the last 30 years and hope community and looks upon Petersfield as they continue to do so.” a creative hub, offering opportunities for Michelle moved to Petersfield in 1999 with people of all ages to showcase their talent. her two young sons, aiming to strike the “When I first moved here, I was blown balance between the daily routine of family away by the variety of art and music groups life and the creative process of writing. in the local area and amazed by their sheer She explains: “The main challenge of quality,” Michelle comments. being an author is finding the time to “The Petersfield Theatre Group and daydream, come up with new ideas and lay Petersfield Youth Theatre in particular are the foundations for a new novel. so talented and commit a huge amount of “I’m extremely inquisitive, and whether time and energy to their productions.” I’m out in town or on the train, I’m always curious to hear people’s stories and learn about their lives. “For me, that’s a big part of fiction writing and the main inspiration to continue - there are people inside my head who want their stories to be told.” A diverse career has provided many memorable moments for Michelle, but she remains fond of her first novel and its astonishing rise to fame. “I remember picking up the Times Literary Supplement at a packed Waterloo station and opening it to find a rave review of Goodnight Mister Tom.

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Bedales Supporting Schools in Swaziland Over the past seven years, Bedales has supported Mbalenhle School in Swaziland through raising more than £60,000 to fund new facilities including: a new hostel for the orphanage, better water supply, a library, dining hall, books, computers and other learning resources; and a free range poultry, cattle and vegetable farm to improve Mbalenhle school’s self-sufficiency. Every year since the project began, a group of sixth form students from Bedales have travelled to Swaziland to spend a week

Bedales School’s fundraising for Swaziland Schools

helping with the development projects, from digging trenches to laying new waterpipes, to painting classrooms. Last year, the school commenced aid for a second school in Swaziland, New Thulwane. A group of 27 Bedales sixth form students spent The October half-term getting water flowing to New Thulwane School by digging 250 metres of trenches, installing water pipes and concreting the foundations for the water tower. Bedales School’s fundraising for Swaziland Schools The students also took part in

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teaching the African pupils in subjects including Maths, English, Geography and Social Studies to pupils ranging from six to 17 years old. Prior to their visit to Swaziland, the students developed their own fundraising initiatives to fund the materials needed for the development projects. In 2012 the students raised £19,000, some of which was raised through a recent six hour sponsored walk across the South Downs. Bedales School’s fundraising for Swaziland Schools,

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said: “T-Shirt Booth provides an easy way for people to buy a unique, personalised, quality product while helping a good cause. And, they can do it from the palm of their hand.” T-Shirt Booth orders taken up to 16 December will be fulfilled in time for Christmas delivery. Each T-Shirt will be priced at £9.99, with £2 from each sale going to the charity associated with the character purchased. Charity and character partnerships continue to be formed such as locally based charity Dreams Come True and Silentnight’s cute Hippo and Duck characters. Sue Fowler, head of fundraising at Dreams Come True, explains: “We are thrilled to be collaborating with Silentnight as part of T-Shirt Booth. Silentnight is a great fit for us and really connects with our mission to make dreams come true for terminally and seriously ill children and young people.”

Other character charity combinations include Moshi Monsters supporting Action for Children, Cheeky Little Monsters for Children with Cancer and The Froobles for Heart UK. Digital Giving, www.digital-giving.com Issue 43 November / December 2013

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MRC Students make much for MacMillan The students at Midhurst Rother College got together for a special MacMillan coffee morning. After baking an array of cakes and making their own personal donations the pupils managed to raise £325 for the worthy cause. Talking about the morning, Gilly Hartley from the college said: “Now a firm date in our calendar, we were overwhelmed with the fantastic cakes which students brought in to sell at break and were thrilled with the total collected.” Midhurst Rother College, 01730 812451

Midhurst Rother College Biggest Coffee Morning, image Janet Gibbs

Charity Gala evening at Petersfield Museum On Friday 15 November, Petersfield Museum will hold a Charity Gala evening at Tithe Barn, Ditcham. Money raised at this event will help to fund the museum education and outreach programmes for schools and the local community. “Guests will be welcomed with a

Petersfield Firemen, Steve Stidolph, Sam Jackson and Rich Wilson

Champagne reception with canapés, a two course dinner and a varied programme of entertainment and live music,” Amanda Harwood, education and outreach officer explains. “There will also be a raffle and every guest has the opportunity to take part in the auction for some fantastic

prizes.” Individual tickets are £50 and tables of ten are £500. Tickets can be purchased from the Flora Twort Gallery by speaking to Amanda. Petersfield Museum, 01730 262601

Fiery fundraising As if saving lives everyday wasn’t enough, the Petersfield Fire Station are fast becoming known for the countless charity contributions they are making to the community. This August, the team took part in a sponsored carwash, raising £360 for Diabetes UK and the Firefighters Charity, in addition to a special Lady’s Night in September at Petersfield Rugby Club, where they raised £2,000 for the Oaks Play Scheme for disabled children in Froxfield and the Firefighters Charity. And for the perfect Christmas gift, the station has joined together with Tina Bolton Photography to create a special Firemen’s calendar. The calendars, printed by local firm Petaprint, cost just £10 each and all the proceeds will again go towards The Firefighters Charity and The Oaks Playscheme in Froxfield. Calendars will also be avaiable at the Petersfield Christmas Festival on the 1 December where the team will be taking part with a fire engine between 10am and 3pm, teaching children the importance of fire safety. Copies are available now at Petaprint and a range of other local outlets in Petersfield. Talking about the firefighters’ charity work, firefighter Steve Stidolph said: “We are all extremely passionate and dedicated to our work as firefighters and have decided to take things to a whole new level and utilise our skills and position as firefighters to raise money, awareness and local community in the name of charity and I have to say it has already proved a massive success.” PetaPrint, 01730 262450

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different religions. Those religions that do not have a local representation such as the local churches are more difficult to reach. However, it is exactly those faiths that people are less aware of and therefore the ones that we were particularly keen to introduce.

What is your favourite piece in the exhibition? It is difficult to say as all items have an interesting personal story attached to them, but I believe the most rare and beautiful item is an intricately carved crucifix that was probably made by a French prisoner of war during the Napoleonic wars at the turn of the 19th century and which was found locally. Museum Curator, Kathrin Pieren at the Belief’s exhbition, photo by Michel Focard

Relating to religion Religion has an important function in many people’s lives even in today’s secular times. According to the 2011 census a quarter of the population of England and Wales reported they have no religion, but nearly 60% of the population still considers themselves to be Christians. Other religions have increased their numbers and belief systems and ritual practices outside the established religions such as Neo-Paganism or the New Age have also gained popularity. Religion and spirituality therefore mirror the diversity and complexity of contemporary society Running until the 30 November, Petersfield Museum’s new religion exhibition focuses on how religions are practiced and experienced today. Here we’ve been finding out more from curator Kathrin Pierin.

What is the religion exhibition? The exhibition shows what religion and spirituality means for people today. It centres around 10 portraits of local people with whom we carried out oral history interviews about their personal beliefs (in one case their atheism), the place

religion has in their everyday lives and their relationship with people of other faiths and of no faith. They also lent us an object each that represents their beliefs.

What have you got planned for the future? In 2014 there will be a focus on WWI with a display of early 20th century dresses at the Flora Twort Gallery and historical displays about the war and the homefront at the Courthouse. The Gallery will also show a display on ‘Flora Twort and her Circle’ while the Museum will have temporary exhibitons on the famous clublife in Petersfield, the history of Petersfield Heath and a WWI display curated by local school children.

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What can people expect from the exhibition? Visitors can learn about other belief systems than their own and get to see how diverse religious and spiritual life is today. They get to see some lovely artefacts used during ritual or for personal use. They can also add a leaf to our ‘faith tree’ which assembles people’s ideas about beliefs.

What inspired it?

Candlesticks and snuffer, photo by Michel Focard

The idea for the exhibition was born when we received several artefacts from St Saviour’s Chapel in Liss Forest such as a lectern and a chalice because it was decided that the land was going to be sold to a developer following the decline of the congregation. This donation made us aware that religion, and especially the nonChristian religions, are not well represented in our collections. This is a real shortfall because Petersfield, like Britain in general, is made up of people of many different faiths. Now we can add some oral history interviews to our collections to fill this gap and we hope to acquire some relevant artefacts as well.

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a rectangle measuring about 50x40cm (20x16inches), or big enough to enclose your piece of salmon. Make sure there are several layers in any one place so that it won’t tear when you assemble it. Brush with butter to hold the layers together and place half the mushrooms down the centre of the pastry. Lay the fish on top of the mushrooms, season well and place the remaining mushrooms on top of the fish. Fold over the pastry and tuck in the sides to seal, using more butter as required. Transfer to a baking sheet, seam side of the pastry underneath the fish and brush with butter and scatter with sesame seeds. Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown and serve. Serve with a watercress salad, new potatoes and dill crème fraiche.

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Salmon and mushroom en croute

1.5 kg Bramley Apples 1kg Cranberries- fresh 1.15 litres water 1kg sugar (approx.)

100g (4oz) butter 250g (9oz) shiitake mushrooms or other variety of your choice 4 tbsp sake or dry sherry 2 tbsp light soy sauce 6 spring onions, sliced 350g (12oz) filo pastry 800g (1lb 12oz) salmon side, skinned and pin bones removed (ask your fishmonger to do this for you) 2 tbsp sesame seeds

Cut and coarsely chop apples – no need to peel or core them. Put in a preserving pan with cranberries and pour water over. Bring to boil and simmer until fruits are soft.about 30 minutes. Prepare jelly bag for straining by scalding with boiling water. Pour fruit pulp into jelly bag suspended over a large bowl and leave overnight. Measure strained juice and add 450g sugar for every 600ml juice and put in preserving pan, stir over low heat until sugar dissolved and then boil for 10-12 minutes or until it reaches setting point. Pour into warmed sterilised jars, seal and label jars when cool. Delicious with roast turkey. Makes a lovely gift at Christmas. Durleighmarsh Farm, 01730 821626 44

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55g/2oz soft brown sugar 25g/1oz butter 1 apple, cored, halved, thinly sliced 25g/1oz raisins ½ tsp ground cinnamon 4 sheets ready made filo pastry 1 egg, beaten To serve: 1 tbsp icing sugar Custard Preheat the oven to 220C/425F/Gas 7. Place the sugar and butter in a frying pan and melt together over a medium heat. Add the apple, raisins and cinnamon and stir well to coat. Meanwhile, lay out two sheets of filo pastry to cover on a baking tray. The two filo sheets across with the other two sheets to create pointed star. and brush all over with beaten egg. Spoon the apple mixture into the centre of the pastry and fold over all the ends into the centre covering the apple. Brush the top of the pastry with egg. Place into the oven and bake for 10 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown. To serve, dust the apple turnover with icing sugar and serve with custard. Hampshire Farmer’s Market, 01420 588671

Heat the oven to 200C, 180C fan, 400F, gas 6. Put half the butter in a frying pan and sauté the mushrooms for 5 minutes. Add the sherry or sake, soy sauce and spring onions and cook until almost all the juices have evaporated. Allow to cool. Melt the remaining butter in a pan. Separate the filo pastry and place on a board, overlapping the layers so you have Issue 43 November / December 2013

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Andy Redman, The General Wine Company: Christmas dinner is one of the most important meals of the year you want to make it as perfect as possible, and a big part of your enjoyment will be the wine you enjoy with your meal.Turkey is a flavoursome yet uncomplicated white meat, but the rich gravy, stuffings, sauces and veg can complicate things wine-wise. Your best bet for a white is undoubtedly a good quality Chardonnay: the value option is the soft yet dry Cefiro Chardonnay (£7.99/ 2 for £12) from Chile or for a treat yourself to the complex and elegant organic Bois D’Yver Chablis for £13.99. If you prefer red I’d go for a fresh, fruity Cefiro Pinot Noir (Chile £8.99) or for something more traditional then drink the full-bodied yet refined Ferraton Crozes-Hermitage from Southern Rhone (£13.99).And of course you need something to go with dessert, so for Christmas pud I’d say an equivalent wineCampbell’s Rutherglen Muscat 37.5cl (£12.99) is rich, thick, sweet and raisiny- a perfect match! We also have loads of fab suggestions for duck, goose or beef if you’re going for something different- just come down to the shop and ask for some expert advice. Top tip: Remember that when matching wine with food the sauces, spices and accompaniments have as much bearing on the overall flavour of the dish as the type of meat or fish you are cooking. The General Wine Company, 01730 235923

Petersfield wine expert, Cindy-Marie Harvey: Parties can often mean those very depressing words “red or white” - so why not start in style with the Venetian cocktail, Spritz - lay in a bottle of startling orange coloured Aperol, mix with white wine, soda and a large green olive - it instantly will whisk you away to the canals of Venice. White to start lunch depends on what it is to be paired with - but a great white burgundy will match a forgivingly wide range of starters - try the lesser known but great value Macon Aze from Louis Jadot. Port is a must so get in some Dows Vintage Port for the gently snoring father in law but also try a wonderful Tawny such as 10 year Quinta do Noval. Tawny port is a revelation if you thought it was all big, heavy and red!

Winetours Chairman, Tim Clarke: I’m often asked what’s the best wine for Christmas and what’s my favourite Champagne. Luckily, there’s a convergence, one of my favourite wines is great Champagne, and it’s the wine that is vital to Christmas. So my favourite Champagnes are: Philipponnat ‘Clos des Goisses’ (Les Caves de Pyrene, Guildford), Jacquesson ‘Avize’ Blanc de Blancs vintage (The Wine Society) and Camille Saves ‘Bouzy’ vintage (Caviste, Overton) and a few more too... These are easy to buy online and even easier on our regular Champagne tours! There’s the patriotic alternative too. English Sparkling wines can be superb and have the austerity, elegance and uplifting quality of Champagne - to my mind they’re the only other sparkling wines in the world to have this. Some of the best examples are from nearby. Lookout for: Danebury, from the other side of Winchester, Nyetimber, many of whose vineyards are this side of Petworth and Meonhill. Winetours, 01730 263111 www.lifemags.co.uk

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Come and join Malcolm and Janie in the historic converted bakehouse, now a cosy, candlelit restaurant where the menu and wines are inspired by our travels.

Party organisers get a complimentary bottle of champagne to enjoy with us in the New year if they book there Christmas party at the Thomas Lord

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wonderland As winter gets under way there is still a lot of work to be done in the garden, but the great thing is that by doing a little now you can save yourself a lot of time later on - weeding, slug control and many other tasks carried out now will reduce problems next year...Here gardening expert, Pippa Greenwood shares her top tips for the garden this season • It is still quite mild so the grass is likely to be growing, albeit more slowly so, unless rain prevents you, make sure you cut your lawn regularly at least into November, as if left too long, it will not only look a mess, but the mower blades will soon find it tough going and the lawn will suffer even more.

ground level as soon as possible. However, if your garden is particularly exposed, then make sure that you leave a few stems in place to protect the crown during colder winter weather that is still to come. Mound up dry leaves or bracken later in the year to protect them further.

• Make some sowings of sweet peas into pots or large cells. Plants started off at this time of year tend to flower earlier and more prolifically than those raised early next year. Make sure you cover the pots to keep mice from eating the seeds!

• Check apple trees for apple canker - flaky patches of back sometimes with associated die back. Prune this out as soon as possible and bin or burn.

• Any herbaceous perennials that are looking a complete mess can be cut back to

• Continue to check any bulbs that you have already started off forcing in pots, because they may have become too dry, water lightly and then replace them in a suitably cool, dark place. Once the shoots of hyacinths are three-four centimeters tall the pots can be moved into a cool spot where there is plenty of natural light. • Relieve compaction on lawns (especially likely on heavier soils) by using a hollowtine aerator which removes cores of soil from the lawn. • Leaves falling on to ponds can cause serious problems, especially if the pond ices over in winter - net the surface to catch leaves and empty the net regularly, then use the leaves for leaf mould!

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• Send off for seed catalogues. They are a wonderful source of ideas and inspiration and should ensure that your garden is a riot of colour and productivity next year. Why not treat yourself to a few new varieties as well as the old favourites. If you’d like some help with veg growing take a look at my website www.pippagreenwood.com - we offer veg plants plus weekly advice! • Rake up fallen leaves on a regular basis, especially if they are falling on the lawn or small plants growing in borders. Make these into a great soil conditioner, leafmould by allowing them to rot down in bin bags - just puncture the bags a few times with a garden fork, add a litre or so of water and stack in an ‘out of the way’ place.

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Bluebird Care and Interim Healthcare join forces Florida company Interim have recently purchased local care business Bluebird Care. Formed in 1966, Interim currently have over 300 franchised offices throughout the US. Paul Tarsey, Bluebird Care managing director and co-founder, said “We are very excited by this strategic partnership with such an experienced care franchisor as Interim. Bluebird Care will now have access to knowledge and shared best practices in care delivery, training, marketing and financial benchmarks to fuel innovation and improve efficiencies in both brands.

“Both companies will retain their own brand identity which will cement our position still further as a major provider of care in the UK and Republic of Ireland and our aim of being the care provider of choice.” The senior management of Bluebird Care, Paul Tarsey, Simon Dalziel and Lisa Tarsey will remain with the company, which will enable Bluebird Care to continue to execute its continued growth strategy in the UK. The business will continue to be run from its head office in Petersfield, Hampshire. Bluebird Care, 01730 260026

The three Bluebird Care Directors, left to right Simon Dalziel, Lisa Tarsey and Paul Tarsey

Major shake-up for care home inspections An overhaul of the care home and adult social care inspection system could incorporate hidden cameras and mystery shopper-style exercises. Andrea Sutcliffe, the new chief inspector for adult social care, has revealed major plans to transform how the Care Quality Commission (CQC) monitors and regulates care homes across England. The CQC seeks to ensure all services are safe, caring, effective, well-led and responsive to people’s needs, by clearly rating care services and making this information available to the public. An Ofsted-style rating system will be adopted as the CQC aims to award ratings to every care home and adult care service in England by March 2016. These plans are explained in A Fresh Start for the Regulation and Inspection of Adult Social Care, ahead of a full public consultation in spring 2014. Ms Sutcliffe said: “This is a fresh start for how care homes, home care, and other

adult social care services are inspected and regulated across the country. “I will be leading CQC’s new approach by making more use of people’s views and by using expert inspection teams involving people who have personal experience of care. “We will always be on the side of the people who use care services. For every care service we look at, I want us to ask, is this good enough for my mum? If it is, this should be celebrated. If not, then as the regulator, we will take action.” Many care homes and adult social care services in the Petersfield area will be among those inspected during the coming months. Robin Cheesman, director of Petersfieldbased Milkwood Care Ltd, commented: “As a reputable and well-established company, Milkwood Care would very much support the introduction of a hotel-style five star rating system, and believe that this system should be monitored by an independent body, as happens in the hotel trade. “By introducing a rating system the public

will be able to decide how they want to spend their money, as one cannot expect to get a five star service for a 1 star price. “We are however strongly opposed to a “trip advisor” style which is open to abuse by all and sundry, and where reputations can quickly be under-mined by one sour ex-employee. “After all, this is the care of our elderly that we are looking at and not an over-night hotel stay. “We consider a healthy debate on care is vital, and the public must be involved in agreeing how the care sector evolves. “This debate must centre on how we value our elderly, how we fund care and how we ensure good-value, safe care for all. “After all there are about 1.8 million people aged 85 and over in the UK, and this is expected to almost double in the next 15 years, so we need to get it right.” For further details on the new inspection plans, see www.cqc.org.uk

Care in the 21st Century There has been a lot of mention in the press about how British families do not look after their elderly relatives. While this may be true in some instances, Lillyfields finds that the vast majority of families are very involved with their parents or grandparents care. The involvement has changed significantly over the last couple of decades with people moving further away to work and emigration becoming more popular and accessible. One of Lillyfields client’s family lives on the other side of the planet and still has a lot of involvement with managing the care that’s required. It’s easy to say that families should take more responsibility for the care of their elderly however with people living longer sometimes the children are in their more mature years themselves! Lillyfields prides itself on its ability to liaise between the many differing aspects of an elderly individuals care i.e. Doctors, Social Services and family members. Lillyfields will always see the client as a whole and as a person, not just a task to be completed. Lillyfields Care, 01730 233133 50

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Milkwood refreshed and rejuvenated Milkwood House Care Home in Liss has been rejuvenated by extensive refurbishment in recent months. More than £150,000 has been invested in

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the development, which includes internal redecoration to create dementia-friendly areas and remodelling of the care home entrance. Also, the dining area has been transformed into ‘The Boathouse Bistro’ and the downstairs lounge is now a pub ‘The Milkwood Arms’. Meanwhile, Milkwood recently welcomed their new manager, Alison Williams, who has more than 35 years’ experience working in the care sector. Ms Williams aims to develop the homely atmosphere, promote excellence in quality of care, allow for independence, privacy and dignity and meet all criteria set by the Care Quality Commission. To find out more about Milkwood Care Homes, call 01730 233993.

New dementia care home opened in Haslemere After five years in the making, Langham Court was declared open on Friday 6 September. The new purpose built dementia care home was opened by their first resident, Mrs Secrett cutting the ribbon. Charlie Hoare, Huntington House Director, said, “This event was our soft launch with just two residents being welcomed. The idea is to settle the residents in slowly; to make them feel at home in their new surroundings, proving from the outset that Langham Court intends to put its residents first.” Owners, Geoffrey and Marilyn Hoare have put a primary importance on care investing in staff training with company Dementia Care Matters. “This training aims to help create an extended family feel with emotional care.” The official opening in November will include the Secretary of State for Health, Rt Hon Jeremy Hunt, as keynote speaker, and

special guests including founder member of Alzeimer’s Society, Dr Anne Hunter OBE, and leading dementia care consultant, Dr David Sheard.

Radian Lifelink is a lifesaver Local personal alarm service provider Radian Lifelink can this week reflect on a job well done. At their recent Lifelink User forum local resident, Mrs Budd told of her harrowing experience and how the personal alarm service really made a difference. “I think the Radian Lifelink service is amazing! When I fell in the garden and couldn’t get up, I knew when I pressed my button help would soon arrive. As far as I am concerned, it is a lifesaver!” Radian Lifelink manager Lesley Winter said that Mrs Budd’s accident highlighted the value of the service. “I am absolutely thrilled that we were able to offer Mrs Budd a simple way of getting help at such a critical moment, thankfully the service can offer support to elderly or frail customers when they most need it”. Radian has been providing a quality personal service to residents of Petersfield and the surrounding area for over 20 years. The service can help people who want to continue living independently in the comfort of their own home. Radian Lifelink 01730 236900

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A recent study has found that one in three people are touched by local hospice charity, Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice care. Telling his story of the charity, Malcom Hammond said, “I know every man says this, but Dolly was the perfect wife, really special.” Sadly Dolly was diagnosed with inopperable and incurable breast cancer late in 2011. After several months of treatment at home and finally at a local hospital, Dolly was offered a place at Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice, two weeks before Christmas in 2012. Malcolm’s experience makes him think that everyone should give regularly to the Hospice. “I know that most of us will be looking for

Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice’s help at some stage in our lives, whether it’s for a friend, relative or ourselves. And the fact that it’s a local charity means that you can see the immediate effects of your money. The Hospice is so grateful for donations, be it £1 or £1,000.” Malcolm and everyone at the Hospice is urging people to think about the Hospice this Christmas and make a regular donation, no matter how small – so that they can continue to help families like the Hammonds. Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice, 01252 729400 Issue 43 November / December 2013

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For the last few months we’ve been busy organising our seventh Life in Petersfield Awards and now it’s time for you to come in. The event is all set to take place for the first time at Churcher’s College on the 21 March so we want to see your nominations for worthy winners. To help you find out what makes a Life in Petersfield Award winner, we’ve been chatting to this year’s head judge, Tracey Richardson, Director of Ampersand UK Ltd and Secretary of the Association of Petersfield Businesses What made you first get involved with the awards? I’ve been involved since the original launch. The organisers felt it was important to have an impartial representative from the business community on the panel. They asked the Association of Petersfield Businesses if a representative could be involved and I volunteered.

What do you think the awards bring to the community? The awards bring so much to the community; recognition of excellence in a particular field or for outstanding contribution, awareness of businesses and charities that contribute to the community but often operate under the radar, celebration of what a great place Petersfield is to live and work in something we can all too easily take for granted.

What has been your highlight since being involved in the awards? Seeing a very small charity - The Bereavement Counselling Charity recognised with a Charity of the Year Award in 2012.

What would you like to see from our 2014 nominees? For me third party endorsement - whether it be from pupils or customers’ clients. It is easy for a company or organisation to say “I am great” But it is much more convincing if clients and customers say “this company or organisation is great because and I recommend them for an award.” 54

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What makes a worthy winner? For me a worthy winner needs to demonstrate consistent quality, whether it be in its goods or services or commitment to the town; an element of innovation in approach and resounding support from customers or clients.

Do any winners over the years stand out to you? Every winner stands out, but when Petersfield Festivals won I thought is was a great endorsement for an energetic, exciting endeavour by a local company to help us celebrate all that is good about the town. Over the years many people had said we should make more of the Square for events - Petersfield Festivals took this concept, worked with the community and made it a reality and were rightly recognised for doing so.

What should people consider when making nominations? Clarity and evidence are key to making a nomination - who is the nominee and what do they do or provide and why are you nominating this business, individual or organisation.

How do the Life in Petersfield awards differ to other awards ceremonies? Let’s be honest, there are many awards ceremonies, but they tend to focus on either businesses OR the voluntary sector. What I really appreciate about these awards and why I’m delighted to continue to be involved, is that they bring these two aspects of Life in Petersfield together.

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Flying the flag for Petersfield Local pub The Flying Bull recently appeared on the new series of Channel 4’s Four in a Bed. Owners Chris Birkett and Russel Theron were first contacted by the show 18 months ago, shortly after opening. “We told them we’d love to take part in the show but could we possibly do it in the future,” Chris Birkett explains. The next April the pair were contacted again and after a short interview and a visit from the producers, the film crew arrived at the pub. “It was a bit of a mad rush to get the pub ready, because even though we always have high standards, we didn’t want to give them any ammo!” Chris and Russel then competed against the owners of three other similar establishments from across the UK, staying at each other’s places before paying what they believed was a fair price. The three payments were then added up and turned

Chris Birkett and Russel Theron, The Flying Bull owners

into a percentage, with the winner being the venue with the highest score. Chris and Russell just missed out on the £1000 top prize, finishing second to the Ayah Villa B&B in Cambridgeshire. The Flying Bull, 01730 892285

Something blue in Liss A new restaurant has just launched in Liss. Opened by Janie and Malcolm Horlock, Blue Fig, restaurant on the green has been given its descriptive name to make them stand out. “It is to help people find us and also as there are other Blue Fig’s around this will make it easy to identify us!” Janie explains, “We are a restaurant of about 24 covers and are only open on Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights. We also plan to open on one Sunday a month, this is to be the third Sunday at present.” The new restaurant is also open to those that wish to just come in and sit at the bar, with a glass or bottle of wine, available for retail for customers who wish to buy a bottle and take it home. Blue Fig, restaurant on the green, 01243 389629 56

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Blue Fig, restaurant on the green, owners, Janie and Malcolm Horlock

Vintage and Vogue owner, Moyra White

Vintage and Vogue started life as ‘Something Blue’ Dress Agency in February 2011. Just over 2 years on the shop has evolved to sell New Vintage and Retro clothing and just recently introduced a gents line of clothing. The shop still sells clothes on behalf of customers and pays a commission if sold. If you want to try and sell your pre-loved clothes or buy something original for your wardrobe, Visit Moyra at 51 Chapel Street where you will receive a warm welcome.

A partner to be proud of The Rowans Hospice has just announced that as well as sponsoring the Moonlit Memories Walk, local law firm Biscoes are to be the sponsors for the children’s Moonlit Memories Meander and Light up a Life. “The Rowans Hospice relies heavily on support from local businesses through corporate volunteering, providing gifts in kind or sponsorship of fundraising events,” Michael McCredie of Biscoes explains. “These In Memory events allow the community to come together to remember and reflect, as well as raising vital funds to maintain and grow hospice services for future patients and their families.” The Moonlit Memories Walk is The Rowans Hospice’s largest and most successful fundraising event, raising £1.6m over six years. Equally important, the Moonlit Memories Meander is an opportunity for children to have their own walk to remember loved ones. In the run up to Christmas, Light Up a Life is a service of remembrance which takes place at Canoe Lake in Southsea. Biscoes, 01730 264799 Issue 43 November / December 2013

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Local producers awards launched The Hampshire Farmers’ Market Awards were recently launched at the annual HFM Social. Here, despite the torrential rain a large number of local producers turned out to celebrate the success of the HFM throughout the past year. The public will vote for The Best Product, The Best Food to Go, The Best Dressed Stall and The Best Personality from the wide range of suppliers who sell their locally sourced produce at the HFM’s regular venues across the county including Petersfield, Alton, Andover, Cosham, Elvetham Heath, Emsworth,Winchester, Romsey and Southsea. HFM Business Manager Alex Handford commented: “We have had a phenomenal year with each of our markets growing in popularity. There seems to be far greater awareness by the public of the value of buying local produce – that they can be

Tax saving tips for school /university With university fees increasing and a large number of people sending their children to private schools, people are being advised to prepare for the costs through effective and government approved - tax planning. By doing this you can ensure that fees are not being paid out of taxed income, saving money and planning for the future at the same time. “Essentially, if an income stream is transferred to a trust that is set up for another person, it will be taxed on them,” Ben Gander of Gander Tax Services Limited explains. “For this to be tax efficient, it must be done by following some complex rules and government legislation.” This type of planning is accepted practice and is becoming increasingly popular. The cost of setting it up and maintaining the

assured of its traceability, quality and reduced environmental impact. Our awards give our customers the opportunity to vote for their favourite produce and other aspects of their local farmers’ market.” The closing date for nominations is the 22 November. Hampshire Farmer’s Market, www.hampshirefarmersmarkets.co.uk Ben Gander of Gander Tax Services Limited

trust is very economical in respect of the tax savings gained from the implementation of the planning. Whilst it is easy to run, it is however a complicated piece of work and needs to be set up by a professional tax advisor. Gander Tax Services Limited, 01730 711271

Child benefit – to receive or not to receive?

The 2013 tax year has seen changes made to the Child Benefit system which means that more people will have to do self-assessment tax returns or be liable to a penalty. The new rules mean that if you or your partner earn over £50,000 and one of you is claiming Child Benefit, you will lose some or all of your benefit through the High Income Child Benefit Charge. This needs to be included on your self-assessment tax 58

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return and for the year to 5 April 2013 you needed to register for self-assessment by 5 October 2013! A lot of people missed this deadline and if you are one of them you need to act now!

Visit www.gandertaxservices.co.uk to read a Child Benefit blog setting out the rules and how it affects you, including links to helpful websites.

Linda Barker opens Elstead Showroom

Linda lights up new showroom Elstead Lighting recently opened their new 9,000 square foot, front of house showroom with TV interior designer, Linda Barker. Here we caught up with Linda and found out more about her connections with the company. So, how did you get involved with Elstead Lighting? As an Interior Designer I’m always looking at what people are doing. I was looking for some unusual lighting and Elstead popped up! Since then I have used them quite a bit on my TV programs. What makes them so special? Well I think this showroom shows them off to their full advantage. They are unique looking after trade customers and retail customers and the range of products is fantastic. You can get almost something for every situation, whether you are decorating a hotel or something more domestic. How important is lighting to interiors? Massive. I mean I would love to say it is about colour or fabric but you have got to get the lighting right. You know immediately if the lighting is wrong it makes you feel uncomfortable or on edge. Top tip for lighting the home: Don’t think of lighting in isolation. It isn’t just about one switch and the pendant light comes on. It’s about layering lighting, like a table lamp as well as your overhead light. Dimmers are also great so you have control over the look and feel. Elstead Lighting, 01420 590510 Issue 43 November / December 2013

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Rhona Russell ladies boutique have just celebrated their fifth anniversary as a business in Petersfield, offering clothes, shoes and a wide range of interesting and different accessories all carefully sourced from British, European and Australian companies. Rhona travels to trade fairs and suppliers in Milan and Paris to make her selections. The most comfortable shoes you will ever find come from Thierry Rabotin. Boots for this Autumn are from Manas, Geox, Riva and Lama Peach and can be ordered in calf sizes from Duo. Gardeur trousers and skirts offer a wide range designed to fit different body shapes, and Rhona is at hand to help you understand the options. Marvelous dresses from Apanage, stylish separates from CLOSING Pause Cafe, DATE In-wear, Gant, 15 December PENNYBLACK and 2013 Iblues. Friendly atmosphere and great service.

For your chance to win... £75 to spend at Rhona Russell Plus three runners up win a leather wash bag! All you have to do is answer these three questions: 1. When did Rhona Russell open for business? 2. What brand of trousers do they sell? 3. What boot company do they stock that offers different calf sizes? Send your entries with your name, address, email and phone number to: New Life Magazines Ltd, Tindle House, High Street, Bordon GU35 0AY or email info@lifemags.co.uk Terms and conditions Entries must be received by 15th December 2013. One entry per person. The winners will be decided

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by draw and announced in the January/ February issue of Life in Petersfield. The judges’ decision is final. No cash alternative is available. By entering this competition you accept that your data can be passed to our sponsors. Employees of New Life Magazines Ltd and accociates of Rhona Russell are not allowed to submit entries.

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Two Months Family Membership at The Taro Leisure Centre worth £160.

The Taro Leisure Centre are celebrating the first anniversary of its £150,000 refurbishment that included a Spin Studio, state of the art Cardio, Resistance and Audio equipment and a TRX station. Taro Leisure Centre has been at the heart of Petersfield for many years and during that time has seen a lot of improvements but none as big as the gym refurbishment a year ago. Of course they still have their Flabelos machine and Sun Bed and more recently had MyZone installed, an innovative heart

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rate based system that uses wireless and cloud technology to accurately and conveniently monitor physical activity both in and out of the gym. There is so much The Taro Leisure Centre has to offer the individual and a family. The leisure pool includes a 60m twister flume, a vortex water rapid, baby paddle area, hot tub, learner pool and a 25m, 4 lane training pool. We also have the Adventure Zone, a soft play area with ball pond with comfortable sofas for the parents. Our Crèche is open every Monday from 09.00-12.30 and then Tuesdays-Fridays 09.00-13.30. We are registered with OFSTED and welcome babies from 6 weeks to five years old. This facility allows you to enjoy CLOSING our various DATE 13 December Group Workout 2013

All you have to do is answer these three questions: 1. How much was spent on the new Gym Refurbishment? 2. How Long is the Flume at the Taro? 3. What age group does the Crèche cater for?

classes, train in our gym, take part in a spin class, go for a swim or even relax in our Health Suite. The Health Suite includes a Spa, Steam Room, Sauna and relaxation area with loungers. You could even make use of our in house beauty salon Beauty Matters while your little one plays and makes new friends. We can also take the hassle out of children’s birthday parties! Choose from a Pool, Adventure Zone or Disco party and all you have to do is turn up. We’ll provide the party, food, trimmings and you’ll have a personal party organiser to run it for you. We also have squash courts and a main hall that offers space for badminton, 5-a-side football, trampolining, short tennis and private hire.

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Two Months Family Membership at The Taro Leisure Centre worth £160. Terms and Conditions apply to the prize.

Send your entries with your name, address, email and phone number to: New Life Magazines Ltd, Tindle House, High Street, Bordon GU35 0AY or email info@lifemags.co.uk Terms and conditions Entries must be received by 13 December 2013. One entry per person. The winners will be decided by draw and announced in the January/February issue of Life in Petersfield. The judges’ decision is final. No cash alternative is available. By entering this competition you accept that your data can be passed to our sponsors. Employees of New Life Magazines Ltd and accociates of The Taro Leisure are not allowed to submit entries.

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WINNER Congratulations to Ms. Caroline Welsh on winning a £100 voucher to spend at Joules, Petersfield. “This is only the second competition I have entered in years! Just in time to buy something nice for Christmas.” Life in Petersfield

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