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Spring is here! It’s time to make the most of this time of year that promises renewal and reawakening with lighter nights and warmer weather. Don’t forget to put your clocks forward on Sunday 31st March.

This season is full of celebrations with Mother’s Day and Easter Sunday, so have fun celebrating with the family.

This issue will give you plenty of exciting ideas on how to spend your Easter Holidays and offers some great Easter recipes for you to try.

Congratulations to our Jan/Feb 19 Jantino competition winner, Eileen Tristram.

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Property

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Travel

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Food & Drink

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Education

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Fashion

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Hair & Beauty

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Health

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Why I Love My Job

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Horoscopes

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This time Of Year

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Finance & Legal

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Motoring

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Feature Writers; Bob Hickman, Jane de Weijer, Kate Worland, Michelle Barnett, Mike Whitehurst, Rebecca Underwood.

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LUXURIOUS BATHROOM AND BOUTIQUE ENSUITE FROM ROMAN BATHROOMS Mrs While had first come across Roman Bathrooms whilst visiting a friend some 20 years ago. Three bathrooms later, Mrs While did not question who to call when she decided to update her family bathroom and shower room.

Like many homeowners, Mrs While was looking to upgrade the rooms to provide a more luxurious bathing experience that was light, spacious and easy to maintain.

Having seen, and later fallen in love with, marble effect tiles in the window of the showroom, Mrs While wanted to use white, bright tiles and a Laura Ashley vanity table to create a crisp, clean look in the main bathroom. We added a sleek overhead shower unit, with a clear shower screen and a modern spacious bath. An alcove mirror with spotlights maximised space in the room and accentuated the vanity table. The result is a light filled, spacious family bathroom with plenty of storage.

In the en-suite a corner WC makes the best use of space. A wall hung vanity unit with mirror above makes the space look brighter and larger and we also found room for a modern quadrant shower. A neutral colour scheme and floor to wall tiling completes the boutique look of the room.

Mrs While said, “Caroline is a great designer, there is so much more space in the room. I also love the mirror, the positioning of the vanity table opposite the window catches natural light, and there are spotlights above it for the evening – everything is perfect.”

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Furnished for quality and give honest advice. Most of our customers recommend us to friends and families, which signifies that we are doing something right."

There are few items that turn a house into a home more than a comfortable settee or an easy chair. Of course, they need to be well made. The last thing any of us wants when we settle down to watch TV or read a book is for cushions to sag or legs to buckle.

If it’s upholstered, anything can be made, from sofas and chairs, headboards to coffee tables.

Need something bespoke? Most items can be adapted to suit different room shapes and sizes. Stain-resistant chemical treatments are also available.

If you’re looking for furniture that will keep you cosy for years, head to Park Lane Furnishings, in Halesowen.

Visitors to the showroom in Park Lane can choose from a wide range of styles, colours and fabrics, from chenille to velvet, plains to plaid. Designer fabrics are also available. The team’s services are also popular with people who wish to have items re-covered. This can be done in a week and is ideal for those who want a fresh look but don’t want to change their favourite chair.

Since its launch in 2011, the company, which is proud to be a British manufacturer, has gained a reputation for high quality service and workmanship and consistent prices all year round.

Director Andy Cutler explained: “We don’t have seasonal sales events because we’re a manufacturer and I’m a firm believer of you get what you pay for, so we strive to supply the best quality at reasonable prices all year round.

We simply make better quality furniture built to last, with no pressurising sales staff in our showroom. We listen to our customers’ needs

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By Jane de Weijer : Make Space Interiors ltd Contact: www.makespaceinteriors.co.uk be coming onto the High Street and into our homes over the next 12 months. Times change and it is essential to know what’s coming around the corner. An example of this, as I have mentioned before, is the revival of the Art Deco style. Go into any Interior design shop today and you will see the colours, glamour, metallics and geometrics, essential elements of the era, on accessories, fabrics and furniture.

As an independent Interior Designer, I work closely with my clients to deliver a scheme that is tailored to their style and requirements creating a room or rooms that they love going into and that they feel ‘at home’ in.

I like to approach a design project holistically with all the elements from furnishings to paint colours to accessories combining to create the design scheme.

An example of a scheme: An Entrance hall combining traditional elements with contemporary finishes. This is a title for the illustration.

BEING INSTAGRAM READY Social media, is now an important element in my initial meeting with clients. Whereas a decade ago clients would have produced a collection of wallpaper samples or a traditional collection of colour choices, maybe produce

I spend time in London at the design shows keeping up to date with the trends that will

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a magazine article and fabric swatches that they liked the look of, now it's all on the iPad.

restrained and simple. All the shades are neutral and on the same spectrum.

Clients have thousands of images at their disposal. With Instagram images of exciting rooms and Pinterest online mood boards the job of the Interior Designer is to create a unique space based on all these elements, adapting the ideas to the space and proportions of their own room.

2. Analyse the textures. For example, in this image, the client has been attracted by space and simplicity but has also been inspired by the textured wood wall finish which adds warmth. When creating your room look for the clues in the image for example, neutrals, textures, simplicity, and adapt to your space.

My first complimentary visit to my client's home is always the most important. All the clues, colour choices or even accessories such as candles and picture frames reflect tastes and choices alongside the aspirations for their room design.

3. Look at the space that is created. In this instance, the serenity and simplicity in both images can be interpreted by ensuring that your room is open with a few well chosen elements so that the eye is drawn to the focal point.

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4. Function: I always create a scaled drawing.

For example. A client may come with these images ready to create a home office. How do you analyse the different elements in the images and combine them to create a unique scheme?

By planning your room you can identify your focal wall, ensure that furniture and storage are arranged so as to allow for plenty of circulation space.

If you would like that extra bit of advice my initial complimentary visit will include looking at your ideas and images and helping to create a room that reflects your Instagram choices., contact me at jane@makespaceinteriors. co.uk.

1. Look for the clues. Even if you are not going for a particular theme there will always be a common thread that pulls a scheme together. In this case, the colour palette is 9

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TRENDS FOR 2019

You can utilise the natural qualities in this kitchen (3) with recycled timber unit fronts and polished concrete work surfaces.

GO ARTISANAL

I love the drama of these 3D concrete wall tiles, adding texture to large internal walls.

The movement towards using artisanal pieces in your home is a strong trend for 2019. The item created by a local artist can add character and helps to shift focus from the tech world to the more organic.

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The emphasis on the unique and the beauty of imperfection is showcased in this selection of handmade lights from www.1stdibs.com.

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GO COPPER Rose gold was one of 2018’s most popular finishes. For 2019 we expect to see more copper, in accessories, on furniture, it is this year's metal. With it’s red and orange tones and overall earthy hue, copper is warm and adds the perfect contrast to those stone finishes and velvet upholsteries.

GO NATURAL 2019 and the move is towards fresh, natural materials, think stone, copper, concrete, and granite. These organic elements will add texture and earthiness to your space.

Combined with metallics to ensure that urban 2019 edge and you will have the perfect ontrend interior space.

This simple copper pendant light is a perfect addition to the 2019 interior. www.fritzfryer. co.uk

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1, 2 and 4 Explore deep paint shades at www.valspar.com. Go for rich warm shades, there are plenty of these blues and terracotta shades on all the manufacturers paint charts this year. If you are looking for a 70’s wallpaper vibe go for large geometries. This paper from a range by Harlequin wall coverings, www. harlequin.co.uk is a perfect choice.

GO 70’S Finally, we are still going 70’s. If you really want to be bold and leave the Swedish cool calm and collected interior behind with the winter and the long nights, get down to your paint retailers and mix up a couple of match pots in these retro tones. Combine teal blues with burnt russets, add some of the 2019 metals and textures if you are feeling brave go looking for a large scale geometric paper to keep it retro.

Good Luck with your decorating projects.

Enjoy the rooms that you create, your home is unique because it's yours and that makes it special.

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Dreamland COMFORT SUPPLIERS SINCE 1976

Dreamland has been the home of luxury beds, bed frames and headboards for more than 40 years and over the decades has earned an enviable reputation in the trade.

To walk into the lavish showroom on Mill Street, minutes from the Merry Hill centre is to know that you have arrived at one of the midlands leading bed specialists, who are passionate in matching your unique requirements with your perfect sleep solution.

The independent, family run business prides itself on the service and choice of products, it offers to its customers, as owner Mike Brown (Right) explains “We stock an extensive range of beds, mattresses, bedsteads and electric adjustable beds from our Brierley Hill based showroom with everything from single to king and even super king”

Pictured above: owner - Mike Brown The knowledgeable team at Dreamland understand the importance of a good night’s sleep, that is why they’re always keen to help their customers find the right bed for them.

A great emphasis is placed upon training at Dreamland and the entire team are able to offer impartial advice to every one of their customers. Many of the staff attend manufacture lead courses, factory visits and trade shows culminating in a deeper understanding of the bed industry.

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“Product training is really important so that we can deliver the best possible service.

Amalgamating the staff trained to the highest level, largest selection of beds in the area and at the most affordable price possible.

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provide you with detailed 2D and 3D drawings (and a quotation) for you to see how your ideas will look. With your approval, a home survey will take place where every detail is double checked before their highly skilled manufacturing team (based in Worcestershire) proceed.

With over 35 years experience in manufacturing educational and office furniture, Witley Jones brings you an innovative and exciting new dimension for home office and fitted bedroom furniture – Witley Direct. Drawing on highly skilled in-house manufacturing and design teams, Witley Direct offers you the chance to liven up your home – from a new bright and vibrant bedside cabinet, to a luxurious fitted home office.

At a time to suit you, the Witley Direct installation team will visit you with your new furniture and, with precision and care, help turn your ideas in to reality and transform your bedroom, home office or an awkward, neglected space.

After an initial enquiry, a free non-obligation home consultation with one of the design team takes place at a time to suit you. They will work with you to establish your vision for your home and decipher the best storage solutions to cater for your lifestyle. Following the visit, Witley Direct’s design team then runs with the idea to

Contact now, for an informal discussion or to proceed with a home visit from one of the design team on: W.www.witleydirect.co.uk, E.enquiries@witleydirect.co.uk, T. 01299 828888.

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The family-run business’ vision is to provide top quality external shading to all their customers, both commercial and domestic alike, and Castle Blinds and Awnings prides itself on providing a fast, friendly and efficient service that puts their customers’ needs first.

Furthermore, to give their clients added peace of mind; Castle Blinds and Awnings offer a free no obligation measuring service, free installation service and a five year guarantee on a massive range of products that are made at their Brierley-Hill based factory.

External shading products include vertical, folding arm and conservatory awnings, canopies, pergolas and parasols – all of which can be tailored to any taste, style and budget.

Every two years January brings an exciting launch of new products and fabrics, seeing a redesign in our showroom.

Castle Blinds and Awnings Managing Director Amanda Jones, said: “here at Castle Blinds, we are getting ready for an exciting year ahead, first our showroom will be redesigned in line with the new fabric launches across the industry and 2019 sees new products being released including more new products being added to our affordable One Touch Range” Castle Blinds and Awnings – “we know that your home is your castle!”

For further information about Castle Blinds and Awnings call 01384 273769, log on to www. castleblinds.co.uk, email sales@castleblinds.co.uk or why not pop in to their showroom at Portway House, Stream Road, Kingswinford, DY6 9NT. The showroom is open from 9am to 5.30pm Mondays to Fridays and from 10am until 4pm on Saturdays.

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CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING Hello, I’m Terry and I have been running Devilishly Good for over 25 years. I first came into the industry whilst living abroad, working as an electrician. I decided to pursue my interest in cleaning on my return to the Uk. During this time, I have built up an excellent customer base of which I am extremely proud of. I pride myself on providing a professional service that I carry out in all areas of my expertise.

My customer base ranges from household cleans to commercial in all the services I provide. I am a fully insured operator for your peace of mind with certification. All my machinery is of the latest Fast dry system, with a drying time in around 1hour. All my products are soap free, which limits the “sticky residue” which attracts re-soiling. I offer scotch guarding on all carpet and upholstery, with a 50% discount given after a clean.

As well as the satisfaction of the job I enjoy meeting new customers and the rapport I hold with my existing clients.

Hard flooring is a popular choice nowadays and I offer a full high heat/Strip clean and reseal if required.

I regularly attend various courses and keep myself up to date with all the latest techniques and procedures. I am not part of a franchise and my prices reflect this.

For any further information/quotes and advise please feel free to contact me on the numbers below.

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Featured Property Churchill, Kidderminster Price Guide: ÂŁ885,000

Discover 'wow-factor' living, exquisite decor and unsurpassed views in tranquil Churchill. Dating from the mid-19th century this beguiling family home has experienced many revivals; none more show-stopping than its current one.

Step through the front door and into an entrance hall bathed in light for your first taste of this unique home's captivating charm, slip through the doorway to the right to discover your cosy sitting room.

Perfect for quiet relaxation in the evenings, tucked away from the main hub of the home. Returning to the entrance hall, take the double doors to the left into your inviting living room and on to the dining room, study and ground floor guest bedroom.

Accessed from both the dining room and the hallway, your sparkling kitchen awaits. Designed in classic black and white, this culinary heart of the home is warm and welcoming as well as practical. Granite, flecked with gold, orange, brown and black, coats the solid oak units whilst Italian suspended lighting gives a bistro feel to the breakfast bar area.

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Peek through the next door to discover the pale blue tones of bedroom two. Peaceful and tranquil patterned trees decorate the feature wall, whilst beaded Hammonds wardrobes and dresser units again coat the walls, making great use of the space.

A mosaic of tiling and glistening glass coats the floor and walls within the main house bathroom.

Twin tempered-glass counter-top basins sit above a jet-flecked storage unit. You can indulge your aches in the freestanding lion-claw-footed bath, fitted with an elegant swan neck tap and handheld shower. While a spacious walk-in shower with drench shower head offers an alternative cleansing option.

Refined dĂŠcor accents the Master bedroom; dusky greens, with soft cerise and gold tones. Underfoot, a cream carpet paves the way through to the dressing area. Where wall to wall wardrobes include a crystal-handled shoe and bag storage unit. Beyond lies your en-suite. Private and not overlooked, leave the French doors to the Juliet balcony open and let the balmy summer breeze through as you soak in the four-poster Jacuzzi bath.

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Arrive now at the final bedroom. Decorated in a peaceful pale lilac, gold and silver, this spacious double opens out onto the front balcony, where idyllic views out to the pool and countryside await Outside, the dining room step out into your quarter-of-an-acre of garden. Enjoy evenings spent in good company on the terrace by the fountain.

Step up to the octagonal lawn, surrounded by walled flowerbeds filled with colourful shrubs and plants. A path leads to end of garden, lined by beds teeming with blossoms and blooms season by season. Discover the beautiful summer house, painted pale green and decorated in clematis vines.

For mindfulness and reflection, follow the mown path through the wild area, brimming with wildflowers, bulbs and shrubs up to the top right-hand corner, where you can sit beneath the arbour looking back over this picturesque garden and, of course, your House By The Pool.

Speak to Daniel to arrange an appointment to view or for more information about this lovely home.

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Destina by Good Travel – Your Local Travel Experts Destina by Good Travel is an independent travel agency based in Hagley, West Midlands.

We pride ourselves on excellent customer service and working closely with our clients to create the perfect getaway. Whether you’re looking for a short city break, family summer or winter holiday, long-haul adventure or escorted touring, our experienced and trusted travel experts go the extra mile and are always happy to help.

If you’re after something a little bit special, whether it’s for a Honeymoon, Wedding Abroad, Special Birthday and Anniversary or you seek a once in a lifetime adventure, immersing yourself in new cultures and experiencing breath-taking scenery whatever your dream holiday may be, Destina Travel can help transform those dreams in to a reality.

For help with your next Holiday, why not pop in to store, give us a call on 01562 883795, or email enquiry@destinatravel.co.uk.

We’re also specialists in Cruise, offering a great choice of Ocean and River Cruises to suit all styles, including large action-packed family cruises, luxury & smaller ship cruises, relaxed and intimate river cruises and thrilling exploration voyages.

Further inspiration can be found on our website www.destinatravel.co.uk and by subscribing to our mailing list for up-to-date offers, news and events.

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YOUR LOCAL TRAVEL SPECIALIST From our welcoming store in Hagley, our dedicated travel experts can plan a completely bespoke experience or find the perfect package holiday for you.

Destina by Good Travel has been organising extraordinary holidays for over 40 years.

We’re dedicated to upholding our hard-won reputation for delivering the best in luxury travel combined with excellent customer service.

Our collection of holiday types includes everything from relaxing beach holidays and honeymoons to safari adventures, cruises, city breaks, escorted tours and much more.

At Destina the only limit is your imagination!

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Touch Down On the Space Coast

by Rebecca Underwood, Travel Journalist Saturn V Centre, I was absolutely mesmerised by the exhibits, including the powerful Saturn V Rocket, which has transported every astronaut who has stepped onto the moon’s surface. I then headed for the Firing Room Theatre to relive the launch of the first crewed NASA mission, which orbited the moon in 1968. The theatre audience faces the actual consoles used during the Apollo launches and leading up to the countdown the excitement is palpable. The viewer experiences the incredible noise as the rocket lifts off from the launch pad and as it blasted into space I wondered how those brave astronauts could withstand the fear of the then unknown.

Florida’s Space Coast, which includes Cape Canaveral, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne, Indialantic, Palm Bay, Viera and Titusville, offers 72 miles of pristine, glorious beaches, the world’s largest 24- hour surf shop, and the robust waves ensure that this is America’s East Coast surfing capital. The Space Coast is the ideal destination for a family holiday and for those of us who are fascinated by the stars; it’s the gateway to the Kennedy Space Centre Complex.

Built in 1967 and home to NASA’s 30-year Space Shuttle Programme, which is pivotal to the Hubble Space Telescope and the International Space Station, the Kennedy Space Centre attracts more than 1.5 million visitors every year. Up with the larks and keen as mustard, I set off to explore the centre and to focus on the future of travel – ‘Space, the final frontier!’

Hopping back on the bus to Mission Zone: Shuttle: A Ship, Like No Other, I viewed the incredible Space Shuttle Atlantis®, which transferred astronauts from Earth to space and back for thirty years and covered a distance of 126 million miles. Scorched and battered, it is an amazing sight, a vehicle that launches like a rocket and then lands like a glider. The Shuttle Launch Experience® was my next venture and I strapped myself to a seat to be subjected to the force of a simulated take off. The module rotates to a vertical position

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Our Travel enforcement, and visitors are welcome to take the opportunity to harness their skills. As an absolute novice and extremely nervous, the Range Safety Officer assured me that I was not the first and swiftly presented me with my Ruger SR22 -22LR semi auto pistol, 50 rounds of ‘live’ ammo, and a target poster depicting an unsuspecting assailant! After a short lesson on safety, loading the magazine and aiming the weapon I was instructed to ‘fire!’ and to my amazement I have been deemed ‘a natural’ as my first volley of shots hit the assailant’s neck, head and heart.

and each ‘passenger’ experiences the force of acceleration and vibration as the shuttle launches and soars into orbit, and it was simply unforgettable.

Another local attraction of note, which is only a ten minute car ride away from the Kennedy Space Centre, is the American Police Hall of Fame and Museum, located on Horizon Drive in Titusville. Founded in 1960, this building is the nation’s first national law enforcement museum dedicated to officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty. Exhibits include an impressive collection of police cars, including one, which featured in the film Blade Runner, a rather disturbing replica of a prison cell, a guillotine, which displays a sign warning the viewer not to touch the blade or put their neck under it! There is also a rope, which was once used for hanging and a wide range of decommissioned fire arms and tools used by law enforcement officers. Additional exhibits include a collection of photographs and artefacts related to notorious criminals such as Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow, Al Capone, Legs Diamond and Baby Face Nelson. Feeling rather unsettled, I headed for the shooting range! The on-site shooting centre is a regional training resource for law

Feeling relieved, and in need of a breather, I hailed a cab and headed for the Cocoa Beach Pier, and on arrival I was fortunate to arrive in time to join the crowd of spectators waiting for the Space X Falcon 9 ‘live’ rocket launch, which successfully lifted off launch pad 39a at the nearby Kennedy Space Centre. The crowd reacted with spontaneous whoops of joy and rounds of applause and I was absolutely ecstatic. To celebrate, I made my way to Grills Seafood Deck and Tiki Bar, located on Glen Cheek Drive, and sampled the Cuban sandwich, served on authentic Cuban bread, with marinated pork, ham, Swiss cheese, pickles and a dash of mayonnaise

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ground floor, was adjacent to a beach access point and lounging outside on a beach chair and sipping on my cool drink I watched the surfer ‘dudes’ coming and going and then riding the waves with abandon.

Florida’s Space Coast offers all this, and more.

A little light-headed, I headed back to Cape Canaveral and the comfort of the Cape Winds on Ridgewood Avenue, adjacent to the gorgeous beach. The resort’s facilities include an outside heated pool, sauna and hot tub, and for those with energy to spare there are flood-lit tennis and basketball courts. My spacious apartment featured two bedrooms and two bathrooms, a utility room with a washer and dryer, an open plan lounge, kitchen and dining area with a wrap around balcony furnished with high chairs and a sun lounger facing the ocean; the perfect spot for an afternoon snooze.

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Ground transfers from Orlando airport, Disney, Universal, and International Drive areas to the Space Coast, including Kennedy Space Centre and the American Police Museum in Titusville.

Cocoa Beach Shuttle has been providing transport services for over 20 years. Vans, mini buses, motor coaches and door-to-door airport shuttle services with helpful, reliable and punctual drivers. For more information call +01 321 6314144 or visit cbshuttle.com

Or, for those seeking a smaller property, and one with a real taste of Floridian charm, the Tuckaway Shores Resort, a family run business, is located on South Miramar Avenue, Melbourne. The spacious and comfortable one bedroom suites with open plan lounges and kitchenettes are ideal for couples. Resort facilities include an outside heated swimming pool, private beach access, on-site laundry with a washer and dryer, complimentary WiFi and a parking space. My suite, located on the

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Encore Resort with 3 to 13 bedrooms and all with private outdoor swimming pools. Beautifully furnished, tastefully decorated, spacious and comfortable, each property offers the ideal solution for those seeking the utmost comfort and privacy. Resort facilities include a 10 acre water park, an enormous swimming pool, covered cabanas, an air conditioned arcade, a Kid’s Club, an activities programme for families, a gymnasium, an outdoor lounge,

2 restaurants and 2 full bars. Complimentary transportation to Disney, Universal and SeaWorld is provided.

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LAMB SHANK AND AUBERGINE WITH SWEET POTATO AND PECAN GRATIN Your Private Chef and Caterer Catering for business and social events or celebrating with family and friends e: events@takefood.co.uk m:07939907371 www.takefood.co.uk 34

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and reduce until the liquid has almost gone.

In another pan simmer the madeira with clove and bay leaf until reduced by half. Add the chicken stock and simmer to reduce again by a third then whisk in the cold butter to emulsify the sauce. Set aside ready to warm up or serve immediately if everything else is ready.

LAMB SHANK AND AUBERGINE INGREDIENTS: 2 lamb shanks 20g rosemary 1 garlic bulb Sea salt A few twists of black pepper 2 white onions peeled an chopped roughly 1 small aubergine Rapeseed oil Enough water to submerge lamb Savoy cabbage

Strip the lamb from the bone and mix with the aubergine and onion and serve with the sweet potato gratin and savoy cabbage.

SWEET POTATO AND PECAN GRATIN INGREDIENTS: 2 medium large sweet potato 1 medium red onion 2 sprigs of fresh oregano 1 tsp of fresh thyme leaves (no stalks) 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced A pinch of Maldon sea salt A twist or 2 of black pepper 100ml of double cream 100ml of chicken or vegetable stock 20g of chopped pecan nuts 10g of pumpkin seeds

SAUCE 250ml chicken stock 1 Bay leaf 1 Clove 100ml Madeira 50g cold diced butter

EQUIPMENT: Heavy based casserole Black peppermill 1 x Small saucepan 1 x 8� round oven proof dish Parchment paper Foil Roasting tins Tongs

EQUIPMENT: 2 x Small saucepan 1 x 8� round oven proof dish Mandolin Parchment paper Foil

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Heat some oil in a pan and brown the lamb shanks all over - alternatively brush the shanks with oil and blow torch all over to brown.

Roast in the oven on 180oC for about 30 minutes with the garlic bulb and then transfer to an oven proof dish with the garlic squeezed out its pockets with the chopped onion, diced aubergine, seasoning and rosemary. Place a little strip of parchment paper over the lamb and then wrap the oven proof dish tightly with foil. Braise this in the oven for about 3 hours on 160oC .

Grease and line the oven proof dish. Pre heat the oven to 170oC. Peel and slice the sweet potatoes and red onion. Mix the cream with the chicken or veg stock together. Finley slice the garlic and pick the leaves of oregano.

Simply layer the slices of sweet potato then onion with cream mix and herbs and seasoning. Tear some parchment paper to use to press the vegetables down to get a good mix of the cream within the dish. Top with nuts and seeds and bake in the oven for about 40 minutes or until a skewer goes through effortlessly.

Once the lamb is ready and almost falling off the bone remove from the liquid and put in a hot oven for 15 minutes to brown off. Put the liquid with onions and aubergine in a small pan

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HOT CROSS BUNS & BUTTER PUDDING THIS RECIPE SERVES 2 -4 HOT CROSS BUNS & BUTTER PUDDING

Roasting tin larger than 8�

Sieve Fine microplane grater

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METHOD: Grease and line the oven proof dish with butter and parchment paper. Butter and marmalade the slices of hot cross buns then layer in your oven proof dish. Warm the milk and cream to 49oC, whisk the 2 eggs and caster sugar until creamy and then quickly whisk in the warm milk and cream. Pour this over the pudding and press down to soak all the bread. Sprinkle with demerara sugar and grated nutmeg then set aside for an hour before baking on 170oC for 45 minutes in a larger pan with water to add a little steam to the oven whilst baking.

4 hot cross buns (stale if possible or slice and leave to dry over night) Block of butter Orange marmalade 1 tbsp of soft demerara sugar to top pudding 200ml of milk 200ml of double cream 25g of caster sugar 2 free range eggs Nutmeg

EQUIPMENT: 1 x Small saucepan 1 x 8� round oven proof dish Parchment paper

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EASTER HOLIDAY FUN Children don’t need to be bored in the school holidays. We offer Activity Camps for children aged 8 to 13. Whether your child enjoys being creative with arts and crafts, fancies trying their hand at baking butterfly cakes, pizzas, chocolate cookies, or prefers something more energetic such as swimming, tennis, gymnastics, football, badminton, table tennis, dance, quick cricket, basketball, netball, or indoor games, there is something for everyone.

We are taking bookings for the Easter holiday camps now – your child doesn’t have to attend Bromsgrove or Winterfold to join in the fun.

Book online today: www.bromsgrove-school. co.uk/holidayclubs

EASTER ACTIVITY CAMP DATES: Monday 8th - Friday 12th April Monday 15th - Thursday 18th April Tuesday 23rd - Friday 26th April 8.30am - 5.45pm For more details about our Activity Camps, contact the Events team 01527 579679 Ext 357 activities@bromsgrove-school.co.uk 38

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Take part in our fun sports and activities day camps, running daily during the Easter holidays Monday 8th - Friday 12th April Monday 15th - Thursday 18th April Tuesday 23rd - Friday 26th April ÂŁ35 per day includes a hot lunch *Year 3 and above

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Cyclists needed for hospice’s ‘Ride the Reservoir’ Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice is calling on generous cyclists to get pedalling for ‘Ride the Reservoir’ – a cycling challenge which takes riders through the West Midlands’ most scenic countryside.

keen rider or have only been cycling for a little while, Ride the Reservoir is a fantastic way to kick start the cycling season. It will cost £8 million to run our hospice services this year – over 60 per cent of which must come from voluntary donations – so sponsorship money from events like this is vital in making sure that we can continue to care for people, wherever and whenever they need it.”

Taking place on Sunday 7 April, the charity sportive starts at Bartley Green, before heading into the quaint villages of Romsley, Belbroughton, Chaddesley Corbett, Dodford, Barnt Green and then back to the reservoir.

Birmingham St Mary’s is giving Our Lifestyle Magazine readers an opportunity to win one of its branded cycling jerseys! All you have to do is email your name and jersey size (S to XL) to events@birminghamhospice.org.uk with the subject line ‘OUR LIFESTYLE MAG COMP’.

Best of luck! To sign up for Ride the Reservoir, please visit: www.birminghamhospice.org.uk/ ride-the-res-2019

A challenging route with plenty of hill climbs, Ride the Reservoir will help raise vital funds for the Hospice which provides care to local people who are living with life-limiting illness.

Laura Nash, events manager at Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice, said: “Whether you’re a

RIDE THE RESERVOIR 75KM CYCLE SPORTIVE

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Sunday 7th April 2019 Starting point: King Edward VI Five Ways School, Birmingham Registered Charity No. 503456

Register your place today!

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LIVE MUSIC EVERY FRIDAY & SATURDAY WITH FREE ENTRY LIQUOR & POKER SATURDAY 20TH APRIL Sadlers Brewhouse & Bar - The Lye

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Kinver Edge and The Rock Houses Mon 15th April - Tue 23rd April 11am - 3pm

Stourbridge Gin Festival Friday 26th - Sunday 28th April

Go on a woodland hunt and learn all about the special wildlife and nature on Kinver Edge. Find the clues to solve the puzzles on this year’s Cadbury Egg Hunt and you’ll be rewarded with a delicious chocolatey treat to take home with you. Dogs on leads are welcome.

Find us at the Rock Houses. Come dressed for the weather - it's all outdoors!

Bigger. Better. Bolder. Stourbridge Gin Festival 6 is coming YOUR way Spring 2019 Building on the insane success of our previous festivals, this event will bring more gins than ever before, more gin vendors, more everything!

Ticket Price: £20 Green Duck Beer Co. Rufford Road, Stourbridge, DY9 7ND

The hunt follows woodland footpaths, which are at times steep and may be muddy underfoot.

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Get ready for some family fun this Easter half-term!

• Live action horse racing • Pony Rides • Bouncy Castles • Face Painting • Easter Egg hunt KIDS GO FREE!

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Stourbridge Rugby Club May Ball Photo station Thrones! We are blessed to have a great team of staff who really do ensure that you have a night to remember.

This year we have worked hard to secure the amazing “Tru Groove” Band who promise to entertain and engage you all with their energetic performances. A band made up of talented musicians who have recorded and toured with the likes of; JLS, The Saturdays, The Fatback band, Alexander O’Neill and Beverley Knight to name but a few. We’re in for a night of Soul, Funk, Dance and Current chart hits which promise to keep the dance floor filled to the early hours!

The month of May can sometimes be a quiet month for Rugby Clubs, but not at Stourbridge RFC !

We will be soon entertaining local, national and International guests at Stourton Park during our Corporate Lunch on Friday 10th May and our Annual May Ball on Saturday 11th May.

Stourton Park welcomes you to join us, in your finest evening dress to groove the night away.

Saturday 11th May 2019

We welcome our guest speakers – Jason Leonard OBE the former England and British and Irish Lion who gained a record breaking 114 International caps. Jason was President of the RFU in 2015. Our second speaker is Michael Vaughan OBE the well known cricket commentator who was the victorious captain of England when they regained the Ashes in 2005.

Four Course Meal Live Entertainment till 1am £65 per person So, to book your places please email Louise on srfcmayball@stourbridgerugby.com See You there!

Further details can be found on our Club website www.stourbridgerugby.com or by emailing srfcmaylunch@stourbridgerugby. com Last years “Royal” May Ball truly was a fantastic evening with a combination of likeminded people, great food and drink, top class entertainment all in a stunningly decorated marquee in the grounds of Stourton Park.

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HAVE YOU EVER THOUGHT ABOUT TAKING UP GOLF? WELL YOU CAN! • NO AGE LIMIT • MEET NEW FRIENDS • EXERCISE IN BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS • A CHALLENGE - BOTH MENTALLY & PHYSICALLY

Stourbridge Golf Club is offering Taster Days, Group Coaching plus many more opportunities to get into golf Don’t delay contact the Professional’s Shop on 01384 395566 45

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RACING…WITH A TWIST! With Christmas and New Year leaving everybody with little spare change, days out with friends and family become a distant memory and the countdown to payday is all that gets us through the cold, winter nights.

Luckily for avid racing fans and for those looking for a great day out without breaking the bank, Wolverhampton Racecourse had the answer! Everyone that booked a Grandstand ticket online for any fixture in January, received their admission ticket absolutely free. Not only were guests able to enjoy a day at the races, but those who attended on the Saturday evening fixture gained access to the free afterracing disco too.

Prosecco Festival with RE-Take That, Gin Festival with Mamma Mia sing-a-long, and Back to School with Rob Lamberti as George Michael, are a couple of themed racedays that are new to the racecourse this year, along with returning favourites Ladies Day, Family Funday and Music Live.

Check out the full list of Wolverhampton’s themed racedays and after-racing entertainment at wolverhampton-racecourse. co.uk, or call 01902 390 000.

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February was another busy month at the racecourse, with a variety of themed racedays taking place including Chinese New Year and 60s Night. This year Wolverhampton has introduced eighteen brand new themed fixtures into their racing calendar and they’re already going down a treat! 60s night saw lots of guests getting their groove on, and for those who dressed up in their best 60s outfit were given a free grandstand return ticket to use at another fixture at Wolverhampton Racecourse in 2019. The fun didn’t end there as those who dined in one of the restaurants or booked into a hospitality box, enjoyed the evenings afterracing entertainment ‘Cool Britannia’, a show dedicated to the swinging sixties. Guests did ‘The Twist’ and danced the night away to songs such as ‘Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’ and ‘Sherry’, followed by a resident DJ playing into the early hours.

4 PREMIER ENCLOSURE WITH ENTERTAINMENT TICKETS TO WOLVERHAMPTON RACECOURSE For a chance to win please send your contact details and the answer to the following question to: competitions@wolverhampton-racecourse.co.uk This competition will close on Monday 15th April 2019.

How many themed nights will Wolverhampton Racecourse host this year?

T+Cs: One winner will be chosen at random and will win 4 Premier Enclosure with Entertainment tickets to a fixture of guest’s choice (excluding Music Live and December fixtures)

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HOW TO CHOOSE A HAT! The winter is slowly retreating, spring is on the way and most of us are filling our calendars with special events such as weddings or a day at the races.

are the Mother of the Bride, for example, then you are one of the most important people at the wedding so you will need to be in a great outfit including a hat or headwear of some sort. Therefore, it's important to choose the right style, not only for the occasion, but to suit both your outfit and face shape. There are lots of options these days such as hiring a hat or getting one custom made. The choices are endless so here are a few guidelines to help you on your way.

These joyous occasions present opportunities throughout the summer to get dressed up in our finery, topped and tailed with a glorious hat and shoes and finished off with an adorable little clutch. What's not to love?

Shoppers heaven, right?

However, for some the experience of finding a hat to fit the bill that not only suits the occasion and complements the chosen outfit and is comfortable to wear can be a nightmare. If you

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will eventually need to be removed for either dancing or dining where as a hatinator can be on all day!

A i.e smaller hat, or fascinator will look better with a 'hair up' style as this accentuates the neck line and femininity and sets off the head piece perfectly.

An oval-shaped face can get away with anything. We all know that person that seems to be able to put anything on their head and it will look fabulous. If wearing a large brimmed hat though, try tilting it backwards slightly so that it frames the face rather than cut across it as this can leave an oval face looking rather long. If you are wearing a button or percher style again choose gathered widow veiling, tumbling flowers or feathers to soften the edges to blend rather than the hat 'floating' on your head.

Take your chosen headwear to your hairdresser and experiment with style to find one that suits the whole ensemble.

If you are wearing a brimmed hat, then the rule of thumb is that the brim of your hat should rest a thumb's width above your eyebrow. Remember to pack a comb or brush in your handbag. If you have had your hat on for some hours, especially in the heat, you may need a quick bit of backcombing to bring back some body.

Square or round faces suit hats with a larger brim that can be worn slanted for maximum effect. If you have a round face keep the height of the hat shallow to avoid overshadowing, you face. You can get height, should you want it, from feather or quill adornments. A squarer face shape can generally carry more embellishment.

If you wear glasses, you are best to wear an upturned brim that will not interfere with your frames.

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There is a subtle art to hat wearing. It's important to give thought to your hairstyle when choosing your headpiece, the hair should be considered part of the outfit and complement the hat.

Large hats that enclose your head fully and sit on your forehead are not as popular and the 'hatinator' (a new concept lying somewhere between a fascinator and a hat) which can generally be worn on a headband, comb or an elastic. This little number is a godsend for those with curly or frizzy hair as it doesn't interfere with your hair too much. Added to which it's perfect for weddings as large hats 51

Our Weddings and comfortable in your chosen headwear; you don't want to be fiddling and fidgeting all day. Find a hat that fits.

Tried and Tested The secret to finding the hat for you is to try lots on.

A custom-made hat will be made to fit your head shape exactly and should be a breeze to wear. If you have found a hat but feels that it needs titivating or adjusting, most milliners should be happy to add combs or elastics to make the fitting perfect for you. They will also be happy to add embellishments such as feathers or flowers which will help you tie in the hat to your chosen outfit.

Visit larger stores with dedicated millinery departments where you can try style, colour and textures. Hats always look much bigger off than on, so try all types so you can get a good feel of what might suit you and what you would feel comfortable in. Take a friend whose opinion you trust and make a day of it. Do try and avoid shopping for a hat last minute as this becomes stressful and you may end up panic buying. Give yourself plenty of time before the event to find exactly what you want. If you can't find what you want, then consider hiring one or take the opportunity to have something bespoke made. A custommade headpiece will enable you to have exactly what you want in the right shape colour and style to suit your face and outfit.

We simply don't get to wear hats enough these days so enjoy the experience and don't be afraid to make a statement with your headwear. Whatever your choice, wear it with confidence and make sure the hat doesn't wear you; you wear the hat!

Head First If on the other hand you have fallen in love with a hat you've found, then plan your outfit around it. In some ways this is easier. If the hat is a statement piece, then keep your dress and accessories simple to allow it to take centre stage. Pick out one feature such as colour or material and choose a simple dress to match. If the dress is all one colour, then chose a second colour from the hat for your accessories. It doesn't have to be an exact match a complementing tone will work just as well and bring it all in together. You can always add extras to your outfit to help the colours tie in. A pashmina or a delicate pair of crocheted gloves in a tonal hue can add accents of colour and will look stunning against a simple, well fitted dress. The more flamboyant the hat the simpler the dress needs to be.

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HATTENTION my customers new and different products but at affordable prices’.

Hattention opened its doors in October last year in the buzzing area of Oldswinford. The shop offers an array of footwear from casual pumps and summer sandals to wedding sets which goes perfectly with the hat hire service the shop also offers. With over 150 hats to choose from in many colours and styles, you will be spoilt for choice. Royal Ascot week is always the busiest week by far for hat hire and as I only stock one of each hat, it really is a case of once it’s gone its gone. Hattention are also really proud to stock Roka and Red Cuckoo bags as well as a large selection of accessories such as scarves, gloves, hats and socks.

For a small shop, it’s had a big impact on the area and hopes to bring lots of new customers to Oldswinford.

WIN A RED CUCKOO BAG For a chance to win please send your contact details and the answer to the following question to hattention@yahoo.com. This competition will close on Monday 15th April 2019 T&C's Apply.

Caroline the Owner has always loved shopping and boutique style shops, ‘I love finding things that not everybody else has, I’m always looking for new suppliers so I can give

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Helping with all of your Jewellery needs company specialising in handmade jewellery.

They have made their base in Kinver since September 2012, having been friends with mutual interests for many years, with Andy supplying chains to Simon, before setting up shop together in what they call a lovely village with friendly people and surrounding businesses.

Simon and Andy have between them over fifty years of experience in the trade.

They are happy to help with all of your jewellery needs including helping you to select the perfect piece from their eclectic in-shop range as well as with repairs and servicing and designing & making bespoke jewellery for someone special.

Simon began his career training at The School of Jewellery at Hockley, where Andy undertook an apprenticeship with Gibbons and Hood, a

Both Simon and Andy enjoy missions and challenges, having a journey with each customer in order to make their perfect piece.

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Stocking Nearly New Designer Dresses Shoes and Accessories at a Fraction of the Retail Value Whether your looking for something special or just fancy a browse, drop in to see Liz who can style you up!

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By Michelle Barnett - Fashion Buyer Designers such as Celine and Balenciaga were showcasing joyful tailoring for SS19 – tutti frutti shades for Spring are a must.

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SS19 TREND ALERT – LOW KEY UTILITY The utility style is this season’s default casual look with the boilersuit being the wonder purchase. The other key looks include the cargo trouser, patch pocket shirt and utility dress.

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The Collagen Journey Collagen is a buzzword when it comes to skin ageing for both women and men and there’s certainly a lot to take note of before working out the correct way to increase and stimulate the collagen production in your own skin. The end goal is to slow down and prevent premature ageing so that we can look younger for longer.

Your forties may be fabulous however it’s at this age that your metabolism slows down further meaning you may start to notice some loss of elasticity and muscle tone.

Menopausal ladies will also have reduced estrogen levels leading to a drop in hydration.

Internal influences as we age affect the ability to metabolize sugars too and these sugar molecules bond to protein fibers of collagen and elastin. This is called glycated collagen and coupled with a depreciation of hyaluronic acid due to estrogen levels reducing possibly from your mid 30s onwards, can further lead to dehydration which may appear as puckering on the skin in a crisscross network of wrinkles most visible around eye and chin area.

In your twenties, there are generally no evident symptoms of collagen loss as this is the age your collagen levels are at their very best. Vitamin C is essential for collagen synthesis and maintenance, as well as a primary requirement for skin healing and preventative ageing process. However, those who use sunbeds or spend lots of time in the sun will have increased free radicals leading to a reduction in Vitamin C and possible signs of dry or dehydrated skin too. Starting to loose collagen in these early years will speed up the reduction of other elements like elastin in the skin and premature ageing too.

By your fifties, you will notice a natural drop in muscle tone along with fat and the decline of bone density. It’s within this age bracket most women go through the menopause and see a significant decline in estrogen levels which signifies a subsequent further drop in skin hydration; this will mean that the sugars in the tissue fluid become overly concentrated once again.

When it comes to your thirties you can still expect to see hydrated, plump skin with an even skin tone, however, cell turnover begins to slow down along with collagen production too as this is when the ageing process starts to kicks in for both men and women. You may start to show greater susceptibility to a change in skin health and density, which is also due to a natural reduction of metabolism.

This can result in dehydration of the skin and an inability to maintain sufficient collagen levels and you will see small signs of collagen loss such as reduced suppleness, firmness, skin sensitivity and fine lines.

To read the FULL article visit our website www.tejandco.co.uk/blog/ for lifestyle habits to actively avoid and reduce also our recommended 4 step skincare routine.

If you’re experiencing the symptoms of collagen loss and need an extra boost, there’s no time like the present to pop in and chat to us. Call us on 01384 824 039 .

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Skin is the last thing on our minds when we’re preparing for our holidays, yet it should be top of the list!

Correctly prepping your skin for extended UV exposure is the secret to amazing looking and feeling skin, and especially, because it’s the time you’ll show it off the most. A pre-holiday skin prep will help to minimise any skin issues such as sunburn, dehydration, pigmentation and ingrowing hairs.

Book in with us at our Stourbridge clinic for your FREE one-to-one, no obligation chat and we’ll advise on how to get your skin, holiday ready!

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LOCAL SALON GETS SHORTLISTED AT THE ENGLISH HAIR AND BEAUTY AWARDS 2019 The English Hair and Beauty Awards 2019-Chapter 1 are back once again for a memorable celebration of the hair and beauty protagonists that leave the English public glowing. After the overwhelming number of votes received by the public, the full list with finalists has been complied.

The glamorous event will take place on Sunday, March 3 at The St John's Hotel in Solihull, Birmingham and promises to be a glitzy event, dedicated to those who work hard to make people look and more importantly, feel beautiful.

Scratch Nail and Beauty Salon has been shortlisted in the Creative Nail Techcians of the year category. Scratch will find out if they will be crowned winners at the elegant ceremony taking place in March.

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Our Hair & Beauty of the Year, Hair Salon of the Year and many more.

"It’s a massive achievement for the salon and we feel very honoured to be in the finals. We would like to thank all who have supported and voted for us."

A Spokesperson for the English Hair and Beauty Awards 2019 said: "We would like to thank the public for engaging with our nomination process and voting for their favourite specialists that trust and love going back to them.

The awards celebrate the breadth of talent and style that flow in England as well as the efforts and commitment of the very best professionals that put in ensuring their customers always receive high-quality services and work within establishments where excellence is a standard.

"The awards' sole aim is to showcase excellent professionals that operate within the English hair and beauty industry, whose work remains often overshadowed. The competition is really tough this year and all finalists should feel very proud of themselves for being shortlisted, as they are considered by the public as 'the gold standard' of the country.

They will also honour professionals whose top priority is to satisfy their clients and take care of all their hair and beauty needs.

The ceremony promises to be an enjoyable night with many accolades to be awarded to the deserving winners in categories such as; Hair Stylist of the Year, Make Up Specialist of the Year, Beautician of the Year, Beauty Salon

"We can't wait to welcome all our guests at the event and find out the winners with them. We wish all the finalists the best of luck."

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Nick and Royston's Diary CHARITY PANTOMINE As such frequent visitors to Manchester, it is now a second home to Nick & Royston and the people there have adopted them as one of their own. They were thrilled to be asked by one of Manchester`s leading Charities Mustard Tree to be in their annual Pantomime, Dick Whittington at The Dancehouse Theatre.

Given the job of opening the show as the Narrator dressed as strict School Mistresses, they dazzled the audience, with their humour and cheeky innuendos!

Back on stage again to open Act two, they closed the show as the dazzling bridesmaids to lead character Alice Fitzwarren. The performance went down a storm to the 500 in the audience and over ÂŁ10,000 was raised for a worthy cause.

The party didn’t end there. They dashed off to join close friend Claire Caudwell and her guests at her mansion in Leek to celebrate her special day, with a magnificent party.

ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARTY After a year off from their Annual Christmas Party, due to a team trip to Marbs, everyone was delighted to be back at The Park House, Shifnal for a celebration of 2018 at Royston Blythe.

This year`s theme was The Greatest Showman and guests were greeted by the infamous Globe Girls. The evening was a spectacle of the most amazing circus acts, including Sword Swallowers, Macabre and Burlesque entertainers to thrill and delight.

As always, it was a night to remember!

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NEW YEAR`S EVE After such a busy month of December at the salon and being away for Christmas, it was great to be back in the Midlands and see the New Year in with wonderful friends.

The evening was hosted by close friends Laura and Josh and held in a stunning marque, over looking the lake at the beautiful home of Julie and Roy Millard. The evening was full on glamour with everyone outfits inspired by the 1920`s Gatsby era. Guests were treated to a sumptuous dinner, non stop entertainment and the New Year was welcomed in with a breath- taking firework display.

Starting the new year with a bang, let`s hope it`s continues!

SOHO FARM HOUSE A favourite haunt of the rich and famous, the Soho Farm House is a private member club, boasting its exclusive members from the world of creativity, from media to business moguls.

Entrepreneur and close friend James Hearle celebrated his Birthday Party in the Farm House at this beautiful Oxford setting, sharing his special day with 26 close friends including Nick & Royston. Great food ,loads of laughter and dancing into the earlier hours. A fantastic day was had by all.

Happy Birthday to a great guy. x

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Mr. Guy Sterne is a consultant plastic & cosmetic surgeon with busy surgical practises at The West Midlands Private Hospital in Halesowen, Spire Southbank Private Hospital in Worcester and now also consults at Nuffield Health in Wolverhampton.

A former Hunterian Professor and National Tutor for Plastic Surgery at The Royal College of Surgeons of England, Mr. Sterne has a national reputation. He has made consultative appearances on Embarrassing Bodies, the BBC and was featured in Tatler magazine’s Cosmetic Guide, as one of the country’s leading plastic surgeons.

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By Emma Cannon

Every fertility journey is different but when it comes to planning for pregnancy, getting your (and your partner’s) mind and body as healthy as possible is beneficial all round.

as well as good quality fats and oils in the diet - try olive, hemp, or pumpkin oil. It is recommended that we should eat between 5-8 portions of fruit and veg per day, with the emphasis on vegetables as fruits are often high in sugar. It is also worth considering taking probiotics and prebiotics as these may help improve gut health.

Fertility and integrated women’s health expert Emma Cannon shares her top tips for helping you to prepare your body for pregnancy.

1. Nourish your body When thinking about trying to conceive, eating well, as in eating nutritionally optimal foods, may improve your fertility. And then there is the added bonus, that when a woman does get pregnant, both she and her baby’s health and development may be optimised with healthy eating habits. Eat a rainbow diet, in other words, a wide variety of foods!

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Adopting a healthy lifestyle is key to getting your body ready, but for conception to occur you have to put yourself in the right situation at the right time! Each woman’s cycle length is unique, so it is important to understand how your own body works as there is only a small window each month where conception is even possible. The myLotus Fertility Monitor is a new device which is the only product available that quantitively monitors a woman’s personal Luteinising Hormone levels which indicate impending ovulation (aka the best time to have sex!). By being able to identify this, a woman can maximise her chances of natural conception and gain a whole lot on information about her cycle. For more information visit, www.mylotus.com

Life’s busy and stress can play havoc with our ability to rest and relax. Too much stress can also affect our hormone levels which subsequently impact the menstrual cycle, affecting fertility. The same holds true for men as well. Stress has been linked to poor sperm quality.

Emotional health is just as important as physical health so take some time out every single day to improve your wellbeing. Find something which works for you – e.g. relaxing bath, baking, reading a book or get you partner to give you a massage. Meditation is also great for increasing stress resilience so why not take some time to practise this as it is a great skill to have, not only when you are in the pre-conception stage but throughout pregnancy, labour and beyond!

4. Shape up Getting fit before conception is very important as it will help your body cope better with the demands of pregnancy. Exercise is key to maintaining a healthy weight which is vital as obesity has been linked to increased infertility.

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As a guide, your preconception weight should be within 15lbs (7kg) of the ideal range for your height. If you’re not an avid exerciser, try introducing gentle exercise, such as brisk walking, swimming or yoga. Consistency is key so find a routine you enjoy and make sure you dedicate 30 minutes three times a week.

Physical exercise also plays a role in mental wellbeing, relieving stress and releasing endorphins known as ‘happy hormones’.

bodily imbalances. One of the oldest being acupuncture, which works by rebalancing your energy flow and primes the body, has been linked to improved fertility. For women wanting to conceive, acupuncture can be used to regulate hormone function, increasing blood flow to the ovaries and uterus and help to relax muscles which can improve the chance of an embryo implanting. Mention it to your partner too, as acupuncture may also improve sperm motility and optimise male fertility hormone levels.

However be careful not to over exercise as extreme exercise can have a detrimental impact on the body; low body fat can stop periods all together and I have seen an increase in hypothalamic amenorrhea (e.g. menstruation stops due to problems with the hypothalamus) from over exercise.

Moderation is key!

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URGENT PERMANENT, LOVING HOMES NEEDED Posh and Kiki Came into the branch’s care owing to the person looking after them died and they were left to fend for themselves - whilst not youngsters are inseparable and Posh likes nothing more than to be groomed. They are no trouble they enjoy food/warmth and being together. They are continually overlooked in favour of our younger cats but would make lovely companions to someone who could offer a forever home to them.

They have been in the cattery so long and it would be so nice for them to have a spatial place for them to enjoy their retirement years.

Audrey Is a real character a bit independent who likes to explore her garden and play. Would suit a couple with a busy lifestyle Someone who likes a character cat with her own personality or just someone who could offer this lady just food/her own bed, affection and some playtime outside.

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Why I Love My Job Kevin Little - K - Klean Window Cleaning Services redundancy. My application was successful and at the end of the year I suddenly found myself unemployed.

The year was 2005 and I had been in my current job for 5 years. It was a highly responsible job being in charge of a 40 strong sales team. The perks associated with the job were all there and appreciated – company car, company pension, bonuses etc. When sales were good, I was the ‘best thing since sliced bread’ but when targets were missed, I was taken to task. The pressure was intense and my work/life balance was non-existent with me working long hours and hardly ever being home at night. I started to question if this was what I really wanted from my working life. So, midway through 2005 the company announced that it needed to become more streamlined and with great trepidation, I decided to apply for voluntary

Having always worked from leaving school, I decided to take some ‘time out’ and set off with my step-son Wayne, on the holiday of a lifetime for four months. Wayne had just finished a college course so it turned out to be not only a holiday for him but a great learning experience. Back packing was a new experience for me – we met lots of students along the way but no one else in their late forties like myself! We visited places I had only dreamed of including Singapore, the Philippines, New Zealand, Australia, The 76

Our Jobs Cook Islands, Fiji and parts of America. Whilst relaxing and taking in the sights, I started to think about what I wanted from my working life. After a lot of thought, I knew I did not want to work for another company so self employment was the way forward but what to do was the next question. I looked at various options and finally came to the conclusion that only two were for me – specialising in cleaning stained glass windows or window cleaning. Following more research, cleaning stain glass windows was discarded as it would involve too much travelling so window cleaning was the way forward.

I arrived back home and immediately enrolled on a business course run by Business Link which was a government funded organisation.

The course was invaluable in preparing me for setting up my own business. Following completion, I applied for a ‘start up’ grant which was £1,500. I was successful in gaining this. I used the grant and my redundancy money to purchase a van, equipment, insurance cover and publicity materials and K-Klean Window Cleaning Services was born.

A lot of foot slogging and phone calls ensued and eventually my first client came on board.

As word spread and recommendations were given, my books became fuller and I realised that I was enjoying the work and having the freedom associated with being my own boss.

Kingswinford, Halesowen and surrounding areas. The job to many people would be boring but every day is different with meeting people, visiting different locations, undertaking small tasks to help my elderly clients (I'm now an expert at putting bins out!) and making sure that the more vulnerable clients are safe and well.

The company is going from strength to strength and this year I am expanding the business by taking on additional vehicles and staff. I am planning to cut down my own hours to allow me to pursue other interests including setting up a local business association. The move to self- employment was a giant step for me having always had a monthly salary appearing in my bank account but I have never looked back. My work/life balance improved immensely and all the hard work that I have put in has resulted in a now long-established business that is flourishing and expanding.

The business was established in 2007. The following year I moved house on a self-cert mortgage which was a few months before the 2008 financial banking crisis took hold of the country plunging us into recession. Looking at this and where I am now I have had some luck along the way as many small businesses folded during this time.

K-Klean Window Cleaning Services uses a water fed pole system for cleaning and I clean both residential and commercial premises. I also clean gutters, fascia's, solar panels and conservatories. We are based in Stourbridge but cover a wide area including Hagley, Kinver,

Take a look at my website at www. kkleanwindowcleaning.co.uk.

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By the courtesy of the planet Venus, romance seems to be well and truly in the air perhaps this is a very good time to work on that relationship or even pop the question.

Try to make your mind up once and for all. This is no time to be indecisive.

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A new circle of friends and acquaintances could be all you need to turn your life around. There are oodles of opportunities in front of you. It's time to socialise and cash in.

Your skills are coming to the surface and it looks as if you could be very much in demand and probably will end up being the flavour of the month.

It's party time, celebrations, pow-wows,and family decisions figure very strongly in your chart.

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It is worth thinking about taking life at Cancer Leo pace, asVirgo a slightly slower the advent of the planet Jupiter, could suggest that you need to hold yourself back for just a week or wo, whilst you weigh up the important options n front of you. you may be professionally head hunted which could be well worth waiting for.

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It should prove to be the right time to have your say particularly where important decisions are concerned. Others may be amazed at your quick-fire responses and leadership skills.

Don't dilly dally where financial matters are involved there maybe on the one chance to cash in, so don't be slow the seize the main chance. You could be laughing all the way to the bank.

Stay on the ball where work and business matters are involved. Your chart suggests that you may benefit from a sideline which could prove lucrative and exciting.

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Your wonderfully placid attitude and Libra Scorpio Sagittarius gentle approach to others, could make you the ideal person to put balm on roubled waters. There may be those who will thank you for your good advice and wel hought out and empathetic ideas.

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October 23 - November 22

November 23 - December 20

Cast caution to the wind and put value on yourself.

You are about to gain from being bold and taking the bull by the horns. Support may come from a very unexpected source.

At last it's your time to shine. As the planet Saturn looses the grip on your sign you should find the financial aspect of your life taking a massive turn for the better.

The tide is turning in your direction as you trip the light fantastic through the month ahead. Make sure that you cross all the 'T’s and dot all the 'I's.

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MOTHERING SUNDAY AN ANCIENT CELEBRATION The origin of Mother’s Day go back to the ancient Greek and Romans.

Historically, churchgoers worshipped on Sundays at their nearest parish, known as their ‘daughter’ church. Centuries ago it was deemed important for people to return to their home or ‘mother’ church once a year.

The Greeks held an annual spring festival and used the occasion to honour Rhea, wife of Cronus and the mother of many deities of Greek mythology.

The return to the ‘mother’ church became an occasion for family reunions. Its a popular belief that this return is what led to the tradition of Mothering Sunday.

Ancient Romans, too, celebrated a spring festival, called Hilaria dedicated to Cybele, a mother goddess. The celebration lasted for three days and included parades and games.

The custom of celebrating Mothering Sunday died out almost completely by the 19th century. However, was celebrated again after World War II, when American servicemen brought the custom and commercial enterprises used it as an occasion for sales.

Mothering Sunday is the fourth Sunday of Lent and this year falls on 31st March. Its often referred to as Mothers’ Day, but that is in fact, a completely different American festival celebrated at a different time of year.

Today this special day, commercial or not, is a chance to reflect and give thanks to our mothers and is a particularly poignant time to remember loved ones no longer with us.

Traditionally, it was a day when employees, who were staying away from home, such as domestic servants, were given a day off and encouraged to visit their mother and family.

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EASTER A SPRING HOLIDAY WITH RELIGIOUS ORIGINS In Spanish, Easter is known as Pascua; in French, Paques. These words are derived from the Greek and Latin Pascha or Pasch, for Passover, which is the celebration to commemorate the liberation of Jews from the slavery of the Egyptians in ancient times.

The exact origins of day are unknown. Pagan folklore claims the word Easter is derived Eastre (or Eostre), the Anglo Saxon goddess of spring. A festival called Eastre was held during the spring Equinox to honour her.

Eastre’s earth symbol was a hare, also known as symbol of fertility and perhaps the origins of the Easter bunny.

As with most religious and historic festivals Easter has now become a commercial venture.

The spring Equinox is a time where the earth renews itself after the winter. The egg is widely used as a symbol of new life and re-birth and so became a symbol of Easter.

Did you know, over 90 million chocolate Easter bunnies are made each year.?

This year Easter Sunday falls on Sunday 21st April. Most of us will enjoy a 4 day holiday from Good Friday 19th April to Easter bank holiday Monday 22nd April - and most of us will enjoy the time with family and friends eating far too much chocolate!

In the Christian faith Easter has come to mean the celebration of the resurrection of Christ from the tomb, three days after his crucifixion.

It is the oldest and most significant holiday in the church year. Easter Sunday comes after Lent, a 40 day period of fasting.

Other accounts trace Easter to the Latin term hebdomada alba, or white week. In reference to the white clothing worn by people who were baptized during that time. Through a translation error, the term later appeared as esostarum in Old High German, which eventually became Easter in English.

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DUDLEY BUILDING SOCIETY AWARDS FUNDING TO COMMUNITY GROUPS ACROSS THE BLACK COUNTRY Dudley Building Society has granted funding to organisations in and around the Black Country. The Society received a staggering amount of applications for the fourth year of its ‘Community Support Fund’, where a total of £4000 was on offer to charities and projects across the community. All of the applications were taken through a thorough selection process and seven organisations were selected to receive funding. The donations were presented by employees at the Society’s Dudley branch on 8th February 2019.

volunteers, the charity provides an extensive list of services including bespoke one to one support, transportation to appointments and medical clinics.

Kate Kelly, Fundraising Development Officer at the charity said ‘We are extremely grateful for the support from Dudley Building Society. It is great to see a local organisation supporting a local charity and we thank them for their generous donation.’

Sycamore Adventure was also selected to receive £1,600. Located in Dudley, the popular multiaward winning adventure playground was visited by 30,000 people last year.

With 22% of visits from disabled children, the charity will use the funding to provide specialised therapeutic sensory bean bags for those with complex needs. For some children, having access to these bean bags is the only time they can leave their wheelchairs. ‘We are really excited about receiving the donation and delighted with the prospect of working with the Society in the future’ commented Moira Shaw, Chair at Sycamore Adventure.

Chief Executive, Jeremy Wood comments ‘In our 160th year as a mutual organisation, we are still committed to developing strong, ongoing links in the community. The Community Support Fund allows us to continue adding value to the communities in which we serve.’

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Five other organisations were awarded £160 which will be used for the following purposes: Fast Aid Black Country – to purchase mobile projectors that will enable them to deliver more Heartstart courses across the Black Country

These donations symbolise the Society’s record breaking 160th year, in which successful Interim figures were reported and strong member feedback has been consistently received. The Society has recently been shortlisted for several awards including ‘Best Building Society’ at The Mortgage Awards 2019 and ‘Customer Service Champion’ at the British Bank Awards 2019.

Leslie’s Care Packages for the Homeless – to provide care packages for the homeless Wolverley Animal Centre – to put towards building an enclosure for two meerkats from Dudley Zoo

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How to navigate market volatility

Anita Gatehouse Our Lifestyle’s Financial Expert

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Global stock markets have experienced volatility during the last year with political issues all over the world having an effect.

It is important to remember that market corrections and even bear markets (falling prices over time) are not unusual, most investors will have to endure such events during their lifetime.

* Pay attention to costs, investment expenses eat into your returns. * See the big picture - focus on the progress of your investments over the longer term not the daily ups and downs and stick with your investment objectives.

It is important though, to put volatility into historical context as trying to avoid the turmoil can lead to costly decisions. In most cases, trying to time what is happening in the market simply results in selling low and buying high, ironically, the market’s best and worst trading days are often close together.

Having a good financial plan and a trusted adviser in place helps you to navigate and stay on course when the waters are choppy!

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Make a Will this March and support a Birmingham Hospice Birmingham St Mary’s, said: “Your will is such an important document and yet, so many people still don’t have one. Having a will has many benefits but ultimately, it gives you peace of mind that your loved ones will be provided for in the future.”

Generous solicitors and will writers from across the West Midlands are supporting a local hospice’s ‘Make a Will Month’ this March – offering people a cheaper way to sort their will whilst showing their support for a charity.

From Monday 4 to Friday 29 March, a number of solicitors and will writers will be waiving their usual fees and asking for a charitable donation to be made to Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice instead.

“Taking part in Make a Will month is a less expensive way of getting your affairs in order, whilst supporting a fantastic cause at the same time. We have lots of solicitors and will writers taking part this year who can make sorting your will as simple as possible – you can arrange a home visit, complete it online, or even visit the solicitor at their office.”

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2-dr Convertible, 2-dr, White, 4-dr Auto Estate, 45,100 miles2WD, Auto, Grey, 25,000 miles Leather, 2012/62Full LAND ROVER 2008/58 2006/06 Blue, LAND 75,000 ROVER miles 62,212 miles 38,800 miles RANGE ROVER BMW 6 RANGE ROVER 4.2 V8 £14,495 £10,995 £21,750 EVOQUE 2.2 eD4 SERIES SUPERCHARGED PURE 635d SPORT 2017/17 VAUXHALL MOKKA X 1.4T ACTIVE 2015/15 5-dr Estate, VOGUE SE 2010/10 2-dr Convertible, 5-dr Auto, Black, 9,900 miles .....................................£14,495 2WD, White, VAUXHALL VAUXHALL 4-dr Auto Estate, Auto, Grey, 2010/10 LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2.2 TD4 HSE 5-dr Full Leather, ADAM 1.4i CORSA Blue, 75,000 miles 62,212 miles Auto Estate, Black, 60,000 miles................................£13,995 38,800 milesAIR ROCKS 1.6T VXR LTD £14,495 £10,995 £21,750 2011/61 BMW Z4 23i SDRIVE EDITION 2015/65 ABARTH 595 1.4 T-JET TURISMO 3-dr, 2006/06 PORSCHE BOXTER 3.2S 3-dr, 13,000 EDITIONHIGHLINE Grey & Red, 10,500 miles ...........................................£12,495 miles, Great 3-dr, Red, 2017/17 VAUXHALL MOKKA X 1.4T ACTIVE 2015/15 2010/10 2015/15 VAUXHALL MOKKA 1.6i EXCLUSIV 5-dr, 5-dr Auto, Black, 9,900 miles .....................................£14,495 Spec 57,000 miles VAUXHALL VAUXHALL 2-dr Auto, White, 2-dr, Sports, Silver, Blue, 20,100 miles ........................................................£9,995 2010/10 LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2.2 TD4 HSE 5-dr £9,350 £7,995 ADAM 1.4i CORSA 46,268 36,166 miles Auto miles Estate, Black, 1.4 60,000 2015/65 KIA CEED SR7miles................................£13,995 5-dr, Black, 16,300 miles £9,750 ROCKS AIR 1.6T VXR LTD 2015/65VAUXHALL ABARTH 595CORSA 1.4 T-JET 2017/17 1.3TURISMO CDTi 16V 3-dr, VAN 3-dr, 2015/15 13,000 2009/59 EDITION Grey & Red, 10,500 START/STOP Silver,miles Only...........................................£12,495 5 miles.................. £9,495 + VAT miles, Great 3-dr, Red, BMW 3 SERIES VAUXHALL 2015/15VAUXHALL VAUXHALL CORSA MOKKA1.6T 1.6i EXCLUSIV 5-dr,White, Spec 2015/64 16V VXR 3-dr, 57,000 318d miles M CORSA Blue, 20,100 miles ........................................................£9,995 28,000 miles..................................................................£8,995 £9,350 £7,995 SPORT 1.4 SRi VX-LINE 2015/65SUZUKI KIA CEED 1.4S-CROSS SR7 5-dr, 1.6 Black, 2014/14 SX4 SZ416,300 5-dr, miles £9,750 5-dr Estate, Grey, Blue, 3-dr, Green, 20,190 miles. .......................................................£8,995 2017/17 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.3 CDTi 16V VAN 2009/59 2015/15 57,683 milesCRDi2012/12 16,000 miles START/STOP Silver, ASTRA Only 5 miles.................. £9,495 + VAT VAUXHALL 1.6i 16V SRi VX-LINE 2016/16 HYUNDAI TUCSON BMW 32.0 SERIES 185 PREMIUM VAUXHALL 2016/16 SUZUKI SX4 S-CROSS 1.6 SZ-T 5-dr, White, 47,490 miles .............................................£7,850 £9,495 £8,995 2015/64 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.6T 16V VXR 3-dr, White, CORSA SE318d M 28,000 miles..................................................................£8,995 2009/59 KIA SPORTAGE 2.0 XE 2WD 5-dr 4x4, SPORT 1.4 SRi VX-LINE Black, 18,445 miles.......................................................£7,750 2014/14 SUZUKI SX4 S-CROSS 1.6 SZ4 5-dr, 2012/12 BMW 5-dr, CVT, 5-dr2011/11 Estate, Grey, 5-dr, Auto, Red, 3-dr, Green, Blue, 20,190 miles. .......................................................£8,995 PEUGEOT 308 2008/08 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2.2 CRTD CDX X3 XDRIVE 6,600 miles 57,683 miles 16,000 miles miles 2012/12 VAUXHALL 1.6i 16V SRi VX-LINE 5-dr 4x4, Black, 50,272ASTRA miles......................... ..............£6,995 1.6 VTi SP0RT19,600 20D SE 5-dr, White, 47,490 miles .............................................£7,850 £8,995 2012/61 MINI 1.6 COOPER LONDON 3-dr, Black, 2-dr£9,495 Convertible, 5-dr Estate, 2009/59 KIA SPORTAGE 2.0 XE 2WD 5-dr 4x4, A/C, Alloys, 42,110 miles .............................................£6,995 Silver, White, Black, 18,445 miles.......................................................£7,750 2012/12 BMW 2011/11 2007/56 RENAULT MEGANE 2.0T 16V RENAULTSPORT 230 41,200 miles 46,000 miles PEUGEOT 308 F1 2008/08 SANTA FE 2.2 62,245 CRTD CDX X3 XDRIVE TEAM HYUNDAI R6, 3-dr, Liquid Yellow, miles..........£6,695 £5,995 5-dr 4x4, Black, 50,272 miles......................... ..............£6,995 £15,590 1.6 VTi SP0RT 2013/13 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.2 LIMITED EDITION 20D SE 2012/61 MINI 1.6 COOPER LONDON 3-dr, Black, 2-dr Convertible, 3-dr, 5-dr Estate, White, 56,400 miles .............................................£6,495 A/C, Alloys, 42,110 miles .............................................£6,995 2015/15 FORD2009/59 RANGER DOUBLE CAB Silver, VOLVO TOYOTA RAV 4 2.0 VVT-i-XT-R White, 2015/15 2008/58 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCi ACENTA 2009/09 5-dr, 2007/56 RENAULT MEGANE 2.0T 16V RENAULTSPORT 230 milesTDCiSandblast, C3041,200 ES DRIVE 84,649 miles ...............................................£4,995 WILDTRACK 3.2 46,000 milesXV SUBARU F1 TEAM R6, 3-dr, Liquid Yellow, 62,245 miles..........£6,695 £5,995 2-dr Coupe, 2008/08 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.4i 16V SXi £15,590 2013/13 VAUXHALL 1.2 LIMITED EDITION.....£3,995 5-dr, Black, 2.0D SE 5-dr, Silver Lightning,CORSA 62,258 miles........................

Start/Stop,

£8,995

£28,995

£14,000

£14,995

£21,995

£12,495

Auto, 3-dr, White, 56,400 miles .............................................£6,495

2003/03 MAZDA MX-5 1.6i 2-dr Convertible, White, 59,231 2009/59 VOLVO28,196 miles 2008/58 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCi ACENTA 5-dr, 67,018 miles......................................................£3,295 C30miles ES DRIVE Green, Sandblast, 84,649 miles ...............................................£4,995 2006/06 PEUGEOT 206 1.4 VERVE 2-dr Coupe, 2008/08 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.4i 16V SXi £5,495 5-dr, miles.........................................................£2,995 5-dr,49,220 Silver Lightning, 62,258 miles........................ .....£3,995 Start/Stop, 2003/03 MAZDA MX-5 1.6i 2-dr Convertible, White, 59,231 Green, 67,018 miles......................................................£3,295 miles

£17,995

62, 902 miles 5-dr, White,

2015/15 27,000 miles SUBARU XV

£12,852 £7,8502.0D SE

DUDLEY MOTOR COMPANY TRINDLE ROAD, DUDLEY, DY2 7AY DUDLEY MOTOR COMPANY 01384 454100 www.dudleymotorco.co.uk £5,495

2006/06 PEUGEOT 206 1.4 VERVE

5-dr, White,

27,000 miles

£12,852 5-dr, 49,220 2015/15 VAUXHALL ASTRA GTC 2.0T 16Vmiles.........................................................£2,995 VXR 2008/08 JAGUAR XF 2.7d LUXURY

(Between Cousins 4-dr, andAuto, Dudley Silver, Zoo)

3-dr Coupe, Red, 29,900 miles

60,000 miles

TRINDLE ROAD, DUDLEY, DY2 7AY £15,750

(Between Cousins and Dudley Zoo)

£7,995

Dudley Motor Company 01384 454100 www.dudleymotorco.co.uk Trindle Road Dudley

Dudley Motor Company 01384 454100 Trindle Road Dudley dudleymotorco.co.uk 01384 454100 dudleymotorco.co.uk

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2012/62 LAND ROVER

2014/14 LAND ROVERBMW RANGE ROVER EVOQUE 2012/12 1.4 16V RANGE ROVER ALL CARS GUARANTEED, ALL6 CARS SERVICED AND MOT’D IF REQUIRED FINANCE AVAILABLE500 (SUBJECT TO T-JET STATUS) RANGE ROVER 4.2 V8 ABARTH EVOQUE 2.2 eD4 SERIES 2.2 ED4 PURE SUPERCHARGED PURE 635dTO SPORT REMEMBER BRING THIS ADVERT IN FOR ANVOGUE EXTRA 5-dr Estate, SE £100 OFF (T’s & C’s Apply) 3-dr, Red,

2-dr Convertible, 5-dr, Black 2WD, White, 4-dr Auto Estate, 58,000 miles Auto, Grey, Leather, 2012/62Full LAND ROVER 2008/58 2006/06 Blue, LAND 75,000 ROVER miles 62,212 miles 45,363 miles 38,800 miles RANGE ROVER BMW 6 RANGE ROVER 4.2 V8 £14,495 £10,995 £21,750 EVOQUE 2.2 eD4 SERIES SUPERCHARGED PURE 635d SPORT 2017/17 VAUXHALL MOKKA X 1.4T ACTIVE 2015/15 5-dr Estate, VOGUE SE 2010/10 2-dr Convertible, 5-dr Auto, Black, 9,900 miles .....................................£14,495 2WD, White, VAUXHALL VAUXHALL 4-dr Auto Estate, Auto, Grey, 2010/10 LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2.2 TD4 HSE 5-dr Full Leather, ADAM 1.4i CORSA Blue, 75,000 miles 62,212 miles Auto Estate, Black, 60,000 miles................................£13,995 38,800 milesAIR ROCKS 1.6T VXR LTD £14,495 £10,995 £21,750 2009/59 LAND ROVER EDITION DISCOVERY2015/65 3.0 TDV6 FIAT GRANDE PUNTO 1.2 ACTIVE ABARTHHSE 595 1.4 T-JET TURISMO2007/07 3-dr, 3-dr, 13,000 Grey & Red, 10,500 miles ...........................................£12,495 miles, Great 3-dr, Red, 2017/17 VAUXHALL MOKKA X 1.4T ACTIVE 2015/15 2010/10 2015/15 VAUXHALL MOKKA 1.6i EXCLUSIV 5-dr, 5-dr Auto, Black, 9,900 miles .....................................£14,495 Spec 57,000 miles VAUXHALL VAUXHALL 5-dr, Blue, Auto, Black 3-dr, Grey, 20,100 miles ........................................................£9,995 2010/10 LAND ROVER FREELANDER 2.2 TD4 HSE 5-dr £9,350 £7,995 ADAM 1.4i CORSA 102,458 miles 38,000 miles Auto Estate, Black, 1.4 60,000 2015/65 KIA CEED SR7miles................................£13,995 5-dr, Black, 16,300 miles £9,750 ROCKS AIR 1.6T VXR LTD 2015/65VAUXHALL ABARTH 595CORSA 1.4 T-JET 2017/17 1.3TURISMO CDTi 16V 3-dr, VAN 3-dr, 2015/15 13,000 2009/59 EDITION Grey & Red, 10,500 START/STOP Silver,miles Only...........................................£12,495 5 miles.................. £9,495 + VAT miles, Great 3-dr, Red, BMW 3 SERIES VAUXHALL 2015/15VAUXHALL VAUXHALL CORSA MOKKA1.6T 1.6i EXCLUSIV 5-dr,White, Spec 2015/64 16V VXR 3-dr, 57,000 318d miles M CORSA Blue, 20,100 miles ........................................................£9,995 28,000 miles..................................................................£8,995 £9,350 £7,995 SPORT 1.4 SRi VX-LINE 2015/65SUZUKI KIA CEED 1.4S-CROSS SR7 5-dr, 1.6 Black, 2014/14 SX4 SZ416,300 5-dr, miles £9,750 5-dr Estate, Grey, Blue, 3-dr, Green, 20,190 miles. .......................................................£8,995 2017/17 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.3 CDTi 16V VAN 2009/59 2015/15 57,683 miles 16,000 miles START/STOP Silver, ASTRA Only 5 miles.................. £9,495 + VAT 2012/12 VAUXHALL 1.6i 16V2009/09 SRi VX-LINE LAND ROVER RANGE ROVER 3.6 TDV8 BMW 3 SERIES VAUXHALL 2013/13 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCI (110) 360 5-dr, White, 47,490 miles .............................................£7,850 £9,495 £8,995 2015/64 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.6T 16V VXR 3-dr, White, 318d M CORSA VOGUE 28,000 miles..................................................................£8,995 2009/59 KIA SPORTAGE 2.0 XE 2WD 5-dr 4x4, SPORT 1.4 SRi VX-LINE Black, 18,445 miles.......................................................£7,750 2014/14 SUZUKI SX4 S-CROSS 1.6 SZ4 5-dr, 2012/12 BMW Grey, 5-dr2011/11 Estate, Grey, 5-dr, 3-dr, Green, Blue, 20,190 miles. .......................................................£8,995 4-dr, Auto, Blue, PEUGEOT 30850,144 2008/08 HYUNDAI SANTA FE 2.2 CRTD CDX X3 XDRIVE miles 57,683 miles 16,000 miles 2012/12 1.6i 16V SRi VX-LINE 4x4, VAUXHALL Black, 50,272ASTRA miles......................... ..............£6,995 45,400 miles 1.6 VTi SP0RT 5-dr 20D SE 5-dr, White, 47,490 miles .............................................£7,850 £8,995 2012/61 MINI 1.6 COOPER LONDON 3-dr, Black, 2-dr£9,495 Convertible, 5-dr Estate, 2009/59 KIA SPORTAGE 2.0 XE 2WD 5-dr 4x4, A/C, Alloys, 42,110 miles .............................................£6,995 Silver, White, Black, 18,445 miles.......................................................£7,750 2012/12 BMW 2011/11 2007/56 RENAULT MEGANE 2.0T 16V RENAULTSPORT 230 41,200 miles 46,000 miles PEUGEOT 308 F1 2008/08 SANTA FE 2.2 62,245 CRTD CDX X3 XDRIVE TEAM HYUNDAI R6, 3-dr, Liquid Yellow, miles..........£6,695 £5,995 5-dr 4x4, Black, 50,272 miles......................... ..............£6,995 £15,590 1.6 VTi SP0RT 2013/13 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.2 LIMITED EDITION 20D SE 2012/61 MINI 1.6 COOPER LONDON 3-dr, Black, 2-dr Convertible, 3-dr, 5-dr Estate, White, 56,400 miles .............................................£6,495 A/C, Alloys, 42,110 miles .............................................£6,995 Silver, 2009/59 VOLVO 2015/65 SSANGYONG TIVOLI2008/58 1.6 ELX 2009/59 VAUXHALL ASTRA 1.4 16VWhite, 2015/15 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCi ACENTA 5-dr, 2007/56 RENAULT MEGANE 2.0T 16V RENAULTSPORT 230 miles C3041,200 ES DRIVE Sandblast, 84,649 miles ...............................................£4,995 46,000 milesXV SUBARU F1 TEAM R6, 3-dr, Liquid Yellow, 62,245 miles..........£6,695 £5,995 2-dr Coupe, 2008/08 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.4i 16V SXi £15,590 2013/13 VAUXHALL 1.2 LIMITED EDITION.....£3,995 Black, 5-dr, Silver, 2.0D SE 5-dr, Silver Lightning,CORSA 62,258 miles........................

Start/Stop, 5-dr,

£6,995

£17,995

£14,495

£2,995

£8,995

£16,850

3-dr, White, 56,400 miles .............................................£6,495

miles 2003/03 MAZDA MX-5 1.6i 2-dr Convertible, White, 59,231 2009/59 VOLVO27,250 2008/58 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCi ACENTA 5-dr, 67,018 miles......................................................£3,295 C30miles ES DRIVE Green, Sandblast, 84,649 miles ...............................................£4,995 2006/06 PEUGEOT 206 1.4 VERVE 2-dr Coupe, 2008/08 VAUXHALL CORSA 1.4i 16V SXi £5,495 5-dr, miles.........................................................£2,995 5-dr,49,220 Silver Lightning, 62,258 miles........................ .....£3,995 Start/Stop, 2003/03 MAZDA MX-5 1.6i 2-dr Convertible, White, 59,231 Green, 67,018 miles......................................................£3,295 miles

£9,995

40,001 miles 5-dr, White,

2015/15 27,000 miles SUBARU XV

£12,852 £3,9952.0D SE

DUDLEY MOTOR COMPANY TRINDLE ROAD, DUDLEY, DY2 7AY DUDLEY MOTOR COMPANY 01384 454100 www.dudleymotorco.co.uk £5,495

2006/06 PEUGEOT 206 1.4 VERVE

5-dr, White,

27,000 miles

£12,852 5-dr, 49,220 miles.........................................................£2,995 2012/62 NISSAN QASHQAI 1.5 DCI (110) 2012/12 AUDI TT 2.0 FSI BLACK EDITION

(Between Cousins and Dudley Zoo)

5-dr, White, 52,560 miles

2-dr, red 38,500 miles

TRINDLE ROAD, DUDLEY, £8,9950 DY2 7AY

(Between Cousins and Dudley Zoo)

£14,495

Dudley Motor Company 01384 454100 www.dudleymotorco.co.uk Trindle Road Dudley

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