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ropes, orienteering, zip wire, mountain biking, kayaking and canoeing. Harlow is running additional climbing days as well as canoe and kayak days, with Bradwell also running a canoe day on August 18. The Activity Days are the ideal way for young people to try exciting new experiences in the great outdoors which in turn, can help broaden horizons, promote positive values, and develop confidence and self-esteem. Activity Days cost £30 per day per child. Book four days and get the fifth day free. Councillor Roger
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ECORD figures show more than 100,000 three and four year-olds in the East of England are benefitting from free childcare with almost universal take-up across the region. Recent statistics released show an unprecedented demand for childcare places in the East of England, thanks to the Government’s offer of 15 free hours per week. There is 99% take up from four year-olds and 96% take up from three year-olds. The figures mean that more than 147,000 three and four year-olds currently receive funded early education. Good news for many then, as the number of free hours is soon to rise to 30 hours for working parents worth an estimated £5,000 per annum and 1,140 free hours of childcare per child, per year. The extra hours will mean there is now more support than ever before to help with the costs of childcare building on the steps already taken by the government to help families across the country. Childcare providers have risen to the increased demand and today’s statistics show that for the first time more than 107,000 three and four year-olds in the East of England get their funded hours in settings rated good or outstanding by Ofsted. Childcare Minister, Sam Gyimah said: “It’s fantastic that not only are so many parents accessing free childcare but more places are in top quality settings.” “I’m delighted that we are extending this popular offer and doubling the number of free hours of high quality childcare to working parents. “No parent should be denied the childcare option that works best for their family, but costs have historically been a burden on family finances that prevented
n INGATESTONE PEDALLERS WALK Ingatestone Pedallers invite you to take part in The ‘Peacocks’ Margaretting walk this Sunday July 12. The four-mile stroll will set off from Market Place, Ingatestone to Peacocks, Margaretting to view the gardens of the attractive Regency house as part of the NGS gardens scheme in Essex. Admission £5, children free. For further details contact Robert Fletcher 01277 354431 or 07910 679379.
them from working if they wanted to. We are removing these barriers and giving parents the chance to return to work.” The Childcare Bill, introduced to Parliament in June will double free childcare available for up to 600,000 families nationally. The Government has also committed to increase the average funding rate provided. A Department for Education review has already begun, overseen by the Childcare Minister. A new Government taskforce, headed by Minister of State for Employment Priti Patel, will also work to drive forward the plans to benefit working families. The roll out for the 30 hours free childcare will begin from 2016 – a year earlier than planned. For more details visit: www.gov.uk.
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HAT does Essex resident Anna Solaiman have in common with Ellie Goulding, Natalie Portman and Jessica Chastain? They are all sizzling, sexy vegans! Anna, 29 from Ilford, beat other entrants to become one of PETA’s (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) four female finalists in their Sexiest Vegan in the UK and Ireland competition for 2015. Anna describes herself as a ‘crazy animal lover, dancer, runner and laugher.’ Originally from Bangladesh she loves tempting her friends with vegan Bengali cuisine. Working as a make-up artist, Anna meets lots of different people and clients every day. “This is
always the perfect opportunity to talk and spread awareness about animal testing and animal ingredients in products they may be using, as not everyone realises how much animal abuse there is in
the beauty industry alone,” she says. “Being compassionate is not only attractive but also good for
our health, as these contestants demonstrate,” says PETA’s Yvonne Taylor. “Everyone who entered this contest is already a winner because they’re saving animals’ lives and taking care of their own health.” Voting on the finalists will run until July 17. Winners will be chosen by PETA based on several factors including your vote count, and will be announced on July 20, 2015. For more information and to vote visit: www/ peta.org.uk.
n BRENTWOOD TATTOO Experience the pomp and pageantry of the Brentwood Tattoo, taking place at Brentwood County High School on Saturday July 11, 2015. The event held to honour the Brentwood Imperial Youth Band’s 25th Anniversary is a celebration of music and entertainment, a wealth of performances include the Brentwood Imperial Youth Band and The Band of HM Royal Marine School of Music. Gates open at 5pm. Guests can also enjoy a Pimms Tent, Beer Tent and hog roasts and ice cream. www. brentwoodtattoo.com.
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inbrief n CAREERS FAIR International Financial Data Services (IFDS) is an award-winning, rapidly expanding global organisation employing over 2,800 people across four Essex sites alone with offices located across Basildon, Chelmsford and Brentwood. They are holding a Careers Fair on Saturday July 25 between 10am and 2pm at the Basildon head office. More information can be found by visiting the careers site www.careersatifds.com and searching ‘IFDS Careers Fair 2015’ under the current UK vacancies list. n SUMMER FAYRE
This is a great opportunity for the public to take a look at her wonderful drawings before the bidding gets underway.” The auction will take place from 3pm at the On a Plate cafe in Hutton Road, Shenfield on September 6, 2015.
The eighth annual Jaywick Summer Fayre takes place on Saturday July 18 at Golf Green Hall, Golf Green Road, Jaywick from 11am-3pm. Frozen’s Queen Elsa will be opening the event. Children can enjoy meet and greet sessions with Disney’s leading lady and have their photograph taken with her. The theme of this year’s fayre is the 1950s, so why not join in the fun and dress up? There will be live entertainment, lively games, face painting and a BBQ. Admission free.
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Model in the making? Lewis Jennings from Upminster has ventured into the world of modelling. He tells us more!
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I like going out with my mates at the weekend. I love my cars too, can’t get enough of them. You have recently appeared on TOWIE how did that come about? Ahh TOWIE.. Gotta love TOWIE! Haha, Ermm I just emailed them and they wanted me to film with them, I’ve filmed with Arg, Lewis Bloor, Ferne, Billy, Chloe, Lauren Pope, Jake, Tommy.. I loved it.. Was good to meet and talk to the cast. What is your dream? My dream is to become a well known model and for it to be my full time job. Coming from Essex, what’s so great about it? Essex is great because you’ve got nice little towns, plenty of shopping areas, plus the nightlife is brilliant. Where can people find out more about you? Twitter @Ljennings93. Talent Managment Modelling Agency (www.talentmanagement.com) *Lewis was speaking to Michelle Ward
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THE pollen count is high, the sneezing is relentless and packs of tissues are on high demand. Sound familiar? A recent survey conducted by hay fever remedy, Nelsons Pollenna, revealed how likely people are to try a natural healthcare option to see them through when the pollen gets too much. The survey revealed that 70% of women are more likely to try a homeopathic hay fever remedy, while 50% of men are also thinking of sampling one too. If you suffer from hay fever, a natural healthcare option like Nelsons Pollenna can help with the symptoms. It contains a unique selection of homeopathic remedies, specifically combined to help bring gentle and soothing relief for the distressing symptoms. It is non drowsy and suitable for all the family. Nelsons Pollenna, £5.99, available from Boots, Holland and Barrett, selected Tesco’s and Lloyds pharmacies.
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HERE has been a horticultural organisation of some sort in Ingatestone for over 120 years. A record of the tenth Flower Show reveals it took place in 1899. Ingatestone and Fryerning Horticultural Society was formed in 1963, so this year’s Summer Show, held on Seymour Field on Saturday July 18, will be the 52nd show and expected to welcome more than 2,000 people. Marquees will hold horticultural and children’s competitions, there will be a craft fair and displays and stalls by over 20 local organisations. Children’s entertainment includes traditional games (such as sack races, left), a Punch and Judy Show and this year, for the first time, a “Fun” Dog Show. Also entertaining the crowds will also be the Infant School Country Dancing Display, The Sutherland Pipes
and Drums and The Blue Falcons Gymnastic Team from Chelmer Valley High School. A team from the Horticultural Society runs the Tea Tent, The Rotary Club the bar, whilst the barbeque is ably handled by Ingatestone and Fryerning Scout Group. Admission £2 for adults, £1 for senior citizens, under 18s and IFHS members free admission. Gates open at midday with arena events and the main marquee from 2pm (after judging). For more information visit www.ifhs.org.uk or call 01277 352142 or 352235.
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OUNDED by Lauren Harrison in January this year, Harrison’s Dance Academy in Chadwell Heath, is already a resounding success. Within just six months of opening it currently has 35 students from the ages of two, through to adult dance class-age. Students have won various competitions and have already been successful in being cast in the production of Oliver at the Kenneth Moore Theatre, Ilford in June and for Broadway Theatre in Barking’s Christmas pantomime, Snow White. Lauren sums up the dance school as ‘professional, friendly and welcoming, promoting diversity within young people.’ “We teach our students valuable life skills they will need to succeed in any career path they take in life.” she adds. So whether you fancy learning popular musical theatre, street dance, singing and drama, Harrison’s teaches something to suit all tastes. Find out more at the summer fundraiser on Saturday July 18 at 1.30pm, Mill Lane Church, Mill Lane, Chadwell Heath. For more details contact Lauren Harrison by emailing laurenharrison_800@hotmail.co.uk.
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in brief n BRENTWOOD BARBELLS Thirty members of Barbell Girls, a strength training club for women based in Brentwood, took part in a Strong Woman evening on July 2. They learnt tyre flips, farmers walk, yoke and many more strength events. "I didn't know what strength training was until I joined Barbell Girls and now I have a great group of women to train with all different goals but all getting stronger and having fun,” said Madeline Frost. Barbell Girls Club meet at Brentwood Barbell at the Brentwood Centre, on Monday mornings and Thursday evenings. To find out more email: barbellgirls@hotmail.com. n NEW LANZAROTE ROUTE easyJet has launched a new route to Lanzarote from London Southend Airport. The low-cost airline is expected to fly 600 passengers a week, to and from the Canary Island, famed for its volcanic landscape, expansive beaches and guaranteed sunshine. The new service will operate twice weekly starting on November 6 - so ideal for those looking to book a winter sunshine escape. Tickets on sale now from £33 (each way), www. easyjet.com. n FREE NHS HEALTH CHECKS Workers are to be targeted for free NHS Health Checks this Summer, with a specially adapted mobile unit touring industrial estates around the Southend-onSea and Shoeburyness areas. Anglian Community Enterprise (ACE) have been commissioned by the council’s public health team to provide an outreach service that takes the checks into the community. Staff will be able to book a 20-minute appointment directly with ACE by phoning 0800 022 4524 or emailing healthchecks@nhs.net or visiting www.southend.gov. uk/nhshealthcheck. n TALENT CONTEST If you think you’ve got the X-Factor head to Reids Bar in Billericay on July 14 and 28, when heats are taking place for the Elite Talent competition. There are no age restrictions and the contest is open to singers, dancers, musicians, magicians and more - if you think you have what it takes - simply turn up. A £2,000 cash prize is up for grabs. Previous success stories who have taken part include Lauren Platt, Ryan Green and James Smith. For more details contact Tony on 07841 660266 or check out the Facebook page Facebook/EliteTalentFinals.
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The best ‘big day’ out for pre-schoolers
Hilary Collins takes her little 3-footer to a festival with a difference at Hylands Park
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ICKETS for this year’s awardwinning 3foot People Festival, Hylands Park, Chelmsford (30 June – 2 July) sold out in just 48 hours so we were delighted to get our hands on a pair of tickets to experience the delights at first hand. The festival is only open to under-fives along with their parents and carers, so I was accompanied by my three-year old son Harlyn. As soon as we entered the site Harlyn ran to Horse World where he could play amongst a herd of rocking horses. He wasn’t the only one, many other 3footers were happy to do the same, and he soon made friends with other little ones as they very politely shared the toys. Next up was Mad Science and Harlyn was literally blown away with their demonstration on how air works. He was fascinated to watch the bubbles that
didn’t burst land on his hand, and was captivated by the hurricane in a bottle that worked just the same as when he pulls the plug out of his bath. The icing on the cake though, was watching the ‘Mad Scientists’ create clouds, now that’s not something 3footers or 6footers see everyday! How many times have we all said: “they’re not interested in the toy, they just want to play with the box!” Well at the 3ft People Festival we found Cardboard Box World where children’s dreams became a reality. We spent a long time in here as Harlyn and his newly made friends jumped, tumbled and created buses, castles, pirate ships and even a shed – who knew recycling could be so much fun! Hylands Park is a stunning location and a beautiful place for a festival, and it was lovely to
A weekend of wonders for Harlyn, right and friend Barnaby sit under the trees and admire the tented village of play. Harlyn was soon off again exploring a new area full of pirates and hidden treasures with painted logs to jump from one place to another – “avoid the crocodiles
mummy”, he said, as we made our way through. Our visit to the festival was a memorable day full of adventure. To find out more visit www. chelmsford.gov.uk/3foot.com.
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in brief n NEW APPRENTICESHIP SCHEME Brentwood Borough Council will be developing a new apprenticeship scheme to help people get into work. In the revised Brentwood Borough Council budget, approved in June, £24,000 was set aside for the Brentwood Apprenticeship Scheme 2015/2016. A detailed project proposal will be approved in September. n AWARD FOR LAKESIDE KIDS CLUB intu Lakeside has won a Purple Apple Merit Award for the relaunch of its Kids Club, in partnership with the National Literacy Trust. Last year, intu Lakeside teamed up with the organisation to support young people and children who struggle with literacy and to promote the benefits of literature and reading. Donna Callander, Marketing Manager said: We hold our Kids Club throughout the year during school holidays and they always draw in a crowd. We feel that our literacy themed Kids Club really had an impact on the children who attended through free storytelling, shared reading sessions and the donations of books to local libraries.
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Controversy Blowin’ at Turncole Wind Farm
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ITTLE splits public opinion like a wind farm. While most of us appreciate the need to reduce emissions of greenhouse gases, how to achieve that goal whilst preserving our countryside is a divisive issue. Conservative MP for Brentwood and Ongar, Eric Pickles’ decision to greenlight the construction of seven new wind turbines at Turncole Farm wasn’t received well by residents of Southminster. It’s time to take a no nonsense look at the costs and the benefits of wind farms so we can make an informed decision about how best to meet our energy needs. Wind farms are the leading generator of renewable energy in the UK, responsible for 25% of the electricity provided by renewables. That’s enough to save six million tonnes of C02 from entering the atmosphere, which is equivalent to the C02 emissions of half a million homes. Wind farms can help us meet our legally binding commitment to an 80%
reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, a target established by the Royal Commission on Environmental Pollution. But are they good value for money? Generating electricity from onshore wind turbines costs around 7 - 9p/kWh, making them one the cheapest sources of energy according to EU analysis. Can wind farms ever produce enough energy? Wind turbines work by harnessing the energy of moving air to generate electricity. This means that they generate power only when the wind is blowing, so the supply is intermittent. An intermittent power supply requires a reliable backup, such as that provided by fossil fuels or nuclear energy. Developments in green technology, such as energy storage, linked grids and demand management, are potential
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solutions to wind’s intermittency, but the technology isn’t quite there yet. Scientists currently argue that wind farms should be part of our energy mix, but we still need other forms of energy too, including solar panels, nuclear and fossil fuels. Would you rather live next to a wind farm or a conventional power station? There’s no disguising the visual impact of wind farms. Wind turbines need large blades to effectively harness energy, inevitably taking up a lot of space. It can be heartbreaking for longstanding residents to find their favourite views spoiled by new constructs. In fairness, it should be remembered that gas-fired plants and nuclear power stations are at least as ugly
as wind turbines, though they can sometimes be located more discretely. The reality is that unless we are prepared to use substantially less energy, more power needs to be generated, and sometimes generators will be built nearby. One expensive solution is to move wind farms offshore, but as those living in Clacton-on-Sea already know, this doesn’t completely remove wind turbines from eyesight. To ensure that construction has minimal impact on local wildlife and heritage, each potential wind farm must pass an Environmental Impact Assessment. These tests are stringent, and just three onshore wind farms have been approved in the last two years, including the Turncole site. What’s next for wind energy? The new government has pledged to “halt” the development of onshore wind farms by giving local people the final say on wind farm applications. Putting power back into local hands is long overdue, but I hope that locals are given the same powers when other energy companies come knocking, especially after the discovery of shale gas underneath Uttlesford and Braintree. Choosing between unspoilt countryside and wind turbines is one thing, but choosing between living next to a wind turbine or another type of power plant is a different decision altogether. About the author: Clive Rollison is passionate about protecting our planet through renewable energy technology. His business, Complete Renewables, is a leading installer of solar panels in Essex.. www.completerenewables.co.uk.
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EN and Get BBQ’ing women across Essex are being invited to dish up some dosh for a good cause this weekend for Cancer Research UK. BBQ for Cancer Research UK is an exciting fundraising campaign which calls on supporters to join in the sizzling ‘Big BBQ Weekend’ on July 1112, 2015. The charity is urging people across the region not to miss out and to sign up for their free fundraising pack. Danielle Glavin, Cancer Research UK spokesperson for Essex said: “BBQ for Cancer Research UK took place for the first time last year and it was fantastic to see BBQ heroes cook up some cash for a crucial cause. We want this year to be bigger and better. So we’re calling on supporters to rally their friends, family, work colleagues and neighbours to pick up their BBQ prongs and get involved. The Cancer Research UK BBQ pack contains everything supporters need to plan their perfect event including recipe ideas, top tips, decorations, posters and much more. Visit the website www.cruk.org/BBQ and get your free pack now.
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EIL Bull from Stebbing, a former trader with a city bank, runs the Essex Wine School, the first independent wine education company to cover the region offering an exciting and truly original range of tastings and courses for those who are keen to learn more about wine. Neil, a lifelong wine enthusiast, is qualified with a Wine and Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Level 4 Diploma – the highest level of wine qualification awarded by the worlds foremost wine education body. He has already built a loyal following in the region from hosting a wide range of successful private and corporate wine events - from sophisticated hen nights to company teambuilding sessions, gaining a reputation for bringing a relaxed, informative style of delivery to each occasion. Wanting to share his passion for wine, and with a love of teaching, Neil has also become one of only 500 Approved Programme Providers worldwide, qualified to deliver professional-standard WSET courses to both consumers and the wine trade. Neil said : “I love wine and I really enjoy helping people to understand and appreciate the wines they are drinking. There are so many different grape varieties from which wine is made, and it’s always satisfying to introduce new ones to people.” Essex Wine School is the latest addition to the successful and rapidly expanding www. localwineschool.com family – a UK-wide network of more than 20 truly independent wine schools providing a wide range of wine events for beginners and
“Ever found yourself standing in the wine aisle, staring at the vast expanse of bottles in front of you? You desperately want to try something new, but are faced with too much choice! After taking a course with us, we will boost your knowledge and confidence and help remove some of the guesswork in buying wine. AND you will have a great time learning about it!” Neil, owner and head tutor of Essex Wine School.
enthusiasts alike. Chris Powell, the founder and owner, set up the first school in Newcastle in 2000. Neil said: “When the opportunity came about to join the UKs fastest growing network of wine educators, I knew that I had to be involved. It’s an exciting, renowned brand throughout the UK with a good structure and a strong ethos of championing local merchants. The diverse range of courses and tastings really appealed to me, and it will be hugely beneficial to be part of a group of wine school owners, all supporting each other and sharing ideas.” Essex Wine school is offering tastings at all levels from introductory evening sessions to eight-week courses and
Saturday wine experiences with Champagne and lunch, Whisky tastings, Gin tastings and food and wine matching sessions. Tickets are on sale at www. essexwineschool.com and all tastings are available to buy as gift vouchers for Christmas, birthdays and other special occasions. The Wine School is currently operating in Chelmsford and Colchester but Neil is looking for venues in other areas. For more information about upcoming dates and prices for Essex Wine School, visit www. essexwineschool.com, email info@essexwineschool.com or call Neil on 01371 267260 or mobile 07743897562 Follow @essexwineschool on Twitter and like Essexwineschool on Facebook.
Neil’s top 10 wine tips
1. D rink what you like, not what someone says you should like. 2. Always taste the wine in a restaurant, if only to check the temperature is correct. 3. Swirl the wine in the glass to release the aroma, then have a good sniff. It can really help you to better appreciate the wine. 4. Try new grape varieties, and you may be pleasantly surprised. 5. Don’t get too hung up on food and wine pairing, just remember the most important rule – one should not overpower the other – they need to work together. 6. Temperature is really important. Too much white wine is served too cold. 8-10 degrees is ideal. If it is too cold the flavour can be lost. 7. Store your wine correctly, never near a radiator or even in the kitchen, as the heat can spoil a wine. The best thing is to buy an old fridge and keep the wine
in it, in the garage. Do not turn the fridge on - it has in built insulation that will protect the wine from swings in temperature. 8. Most wines nowadays are made to be drunk young, within a couple of years from release, so a screwcap is nothing to be worried about. 9. If you are an ABC (Anything But Chardonnay) try them again. They have changed so much and many are absolutely delicious. 10. Come on one of our courses to taste some different varieties, to learn how to taste like a professional, to learn how to appreciate your wines and to gain a better understanding of food and wine pairing.
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Travel Europe ‘Seafood’ and eat it! LIFESTYLE
Cruise the Mediterranean to sample the best food and wine, says Mike Pickup
The Mediterranean diet has had a lot of positive press recently so we were keen to do more research on our recent cruise on Island Princess. Perversely the ship had ballooned from 987 cabins to 1107 during a dry dock refit.
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E had a very early flight from Heathrow to join the ship in Athens on its first outing since the refit. Fortunately we had booked a meet and greet parking service through Holiday Extras so our journey to Terminal 5 was effortless despite the early departure. Island Princess is a mid-sized ship, holding just over 2,000 passengers on double occupancy, although there are plenty of cabins with third and fourth beds for families. She has all the usual cruise ship facilities such as a West End-style theatre, gym, spa, duty free shops, bars, lounges and a choice of eateries. A more unusual feature is ‘Movies under the Stars’ where guests can relax on sun loungers after dark, watch a movie, help themselves to popcorn and, should it get a little chilly, snuggle under cosy tartan blankets. Our first day on board was a sea day and an opportunity to relax in the Sanctuary, another Princess speciality. This exclusive section
Island Princess of one of the upper decks focuses on wellbeing. Offering comfortable loungers, cabanas, spa treatment rooms, relaxing sounds, tasty smoothies and menus, guests can book this area for $20 a half day. After an early start the previous morning we were happy to make the most of the tranquil setting. Italy was the main focus of our
Castellet hilltop village
Local cheeses Castallet hilltop village restaurant
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trip with ports of call covering Naples, Livorno (Pisa and Florence) and Civitavecchia (Rome). Gragnano, a town just outside Naples, is considered the home of pasta and manufactures around 10% of all that is consumed in Italy. We also had ample opportunity to visit dairies and vineyards to see how local cheeses and wines were made, and to savour the fresh produce – delicious, and tasting so much better when cooked locally and washed down with regional wines under a Mediterranean sky. Island Princess added to the experience with themed food nights in the main restaurant. One evening we dined in Sabatini’s, the ship’s
Chateau Vanniere vineyard for Bandol wine
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View from Castellet hilltop village
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speciality Italian restaurant. After an amuse bouche I chose a salad of marinated shrimp, shaved fennel and white beans with white truffle oil, then spaghetti with langostino, diver scallops, tiger shrimp, vongole and black mussels in cherry tomato sauce. For mains I picked baked striped bass in zucchini crust over tomato-orange melt with toasted polenta, followed by Tiramisu. Oh dear, more time needed in the gym! Following three days of wonderful Italian food and wine we headed off to Toulon in the South of France
Freixenet caves and bottle shaped car Bottle of Chateau Vanniere from Bandol
where the Mediterranean theme continued. The countryside is dotted with wine domaines, all strictly controlled under the DOC scheme, but we went one better and visited the Chateau Vannieres where grapes for the famous Bandol wines are grown. We had to sample the range of white, rose and red wines of course! On our way back to the ship we visited Castellet, one of the many hilltop villages that, having been deserted for many years, are now being re-populated. They provide peaceful village atmospheres and stunning vistas from their lofty viewpoints. Our final port of call was Barcelona, the home of Freixenet and the world’s largest producer of ’bubbly’; it seemed a shame not to drop by. After a brief introduction we headed down flights of stairs to the old cellars, full of dusty bottles of wine which, we were told, were too old to drink. Still, I wouldn’t have minded trying. Then we were off to the new cellars, so vast that we had to take a little train to get us there and show us round. After all this exertion we were glad to sample a generous glass of their famous Cordon Negro before heading to the airport and home, a great end to a memorable trip.
GETTING THERE Princess Cruises offers a 12 night cruise on Island Princess departing Wednesday August 26, 2015 Calling at Venice (overnight stay), Istanbul, Mykonos, Piraeus (Athens), Naples, Civitavecchia, Livorno, Toulon and Barcelona, Prices from £949 per passenger, full board, excluding flights. Call 0843 374 2403/www.princess. com Holiday Extras offers a choice of parking, including Meet and Greet parking at UK airports and ports. Call 0800 316 0616/ www.holidayextras.co.uk
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Travel with Kids
Great days out Keep them entertained this summer with these adventurous options from Viator.com
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ARNER Bros. Studio Tour London – The Making of Harry Potter
Get a behind the scenes look at the Harry Potter™ film series with the Warner Bros. Studio Tour London. Enjoy round trip transport from central London to the Harry Potter film studio and enter the magical world of Harry and his friends. Guests will see how the films were created as they tour the real sets, admire the costumes and props and learn about the special effects and animatronics used to create the films’ stunning visuals. Explore the Great Hall; pose next to the original ‘Hogwarts Express’, set foot down Diagon Alley and more. From £50 per person.
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Full Day Guided Canoe Trip down the River Wye
Charles Darwin was a fellow of ZSL London Zoo and visited regularly. Guests can follow in his footsteps with skip the line entry to ZSL London Zoo. Visitors can head inside to see exciting sites such as Penguin Beach, Gorilla Kingdom and the incredible Tiger Territory. From £24.80 per person.
A full day guided canoe trip on the River Wye is perfect for small groups with a maximum of six canoes available. This trip is ideal for families with no experience required. Guests can explore and enjoy some of the scenery and wildlife that the Wye Valley has to
Learn to… play football the By FA Coach Robin Lynn
WITH summer fast approaching, football clubs are already starting to plan for the new season ahead, however, the number participating in football is decreasing yearly, and this is a cause of concern for The FA Chairman Greg Dyke. He recently stated: “It is evident that for this generation of young
footballers to make the grade is harder than ever.” This makes it even more important to ensure that right techniques are in place early, so that the player has a better chance of fulfilling their dreams! There’s no question that the hunger and
desire in young people to play football still remains, but a change that still eludes youth levels within the game is the attention to detail and FUN when it comes to implementing the correct skills and techniques (which also includes the mental approach) required for our youth players to advance. Often these aspects are either forgotten, or cannot be focused on fully during the limited time available for team training. Another problem is how a coach can focus on each of their players particular development needs. Changes have already begun in England to develop these technical skills for those 14 years of age and upwards, but by this age it is
Coach Robin Lynn with Matthew often too late. I have lived in Brentwood and have been involved in teaching footballers of all ages and abilities for the past 18 years. I’ve seen many Essex based children develop their skills and techniques from both group and 1-2-1 private training sessions. What is best? Both coaching methods are
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London. Follow in the pawprints of this famous little bear, discover landmarks and locations that are featured in Paddington Bear books as well as movie filming locations. Visit Mr Gruber’s antiques shop on Portobello Road, get up close to the filming location for Paddington’s home, Windsor Gardens, spot the statue of this marmaladeloving bear at Paddington Station and shop for souvenirs at the Paddington shop. From £27 per person.
Doctor Who Tour of London
If you’re a fan of the BBC science fiction television series ‘Doctor Who’, you’ll love this 3-hour private tour of sites filmed on location throughout London. Cruising around the city in an iconic black taxi you’ll visit well-known spots (and some hidden gems) from the films and TV series aired since 1963. On this family-friendly tour, your witty and informative guide
offer from the river. Well located for Kingsholm, Gloucester, Millennium Stadium Cardiff, Birmingham and Bristol. From £100 per person.
Paddington Bear Tour of London
Immerse yourself in the wonderful world of Paddington Bear on this 2.5-hour tour of
will share stories about the Daleks and numerous other archenemies that roamed the streets, with the Doctor in hot pursuit! From £57 per person.
England in One Day: Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratfordupon-Avon Day Trip from London
Visit some of England’s most beautiful towns and countryside on this 12-hour tour of Stonehenge, Bath, the Cotswolds and Stratfordupon-Avon. Travel out of London by luxury coach to the prehistoric site of Stonehenge, and onward for a panoramic tour of Bath —
both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Continue on with your guide through the Cotswolds countryside to the historic town of Stratford-upon-Avon. Enjoy a visit to Shakespeare’s birthplace, with Champagne and scones served in his picturesque garden. Combine vibrant history, gorgeous scenery and sightseeing at some of Britain’s most popular attractions. From £95.
right way! equally as important in a child’s development in order to become the very best they can be. A child may very well be the next Rooney or Beckham, but the real question is, do they have the correct technical, skilful and mental approach fully mastered? The most important part is to ensure that any techniques are put in place correctly at the earliest opportunity. Otherwise, bad habits set in and once this happens it’s harder to correct. This is the difference between your child being an average-to-good player or a good-to-GREAT player! Here’s an example of how coaching is key:
CASE STUDY 1: Maizi, a 13 year old female Essex County player, with great passing and shooting skills but slow reaction times, causing her to be in the wrong positions during game play. CHALLENGES & OBJECTIVES:
Improve her reaction times by working on her short and sharp, twisting and turning movements while in confined spaces. OUTCOME: After a handful of 1-2-1 sessions, a noticeable improvement was shown in not only her
CASE STUDY 2: Matthew, a 6 year old in his early stages of development, with enthusiasm in abundance and energy to burn. His difficulties lie in mastering the correct technique in passing and shooting, causing his general play to be more ‘kick and hope’ rather than kicking with an aim to reach intended targets. CHALLENGES & OBJECTIVES: Introducing the correct techniques for both passing and shooting by implementing various fun based games, and scoring points for correct body and foot shape.
OUTCOME: After a month of 1-2-1 sessions, a more accurate pass and shot was established, along with an increased amount of power being developed. He is now able to utilise these skills when he plays with his new local team. Coaches Comments: Matthew worked hard and listened carefully, which allowed me to apply new skill based techniques to his gameplay. “Onwards and upwards Matthew!” Player Comments: “I love football and Coach Robin always makes it fun”.
spacial awareness, but also speed of reaction time. She was then able to combine those new and improved parts of her game, and has subsequently been given a contract with Essex County U15’s team. Coaches Comments: Very happy with her progress and I’m looking forward
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! London
Step into the weird and wonderful world of Ripley’s Believe It or Not! in London’s West End, and discover a unique collection of bizarre and unusual artifacts from around the world. Designed to challenge the mind and produce gasps of astonishment at every twist and turn, the attraction appeals to young and old alike, making a trip here a perfect family day out! Explore at leisure and discover interactive zones like the Mirror Maze, mind-boggling models like the matchstick replica of Tower Bridge, and much more! From £22.95.
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Any child, at any level, can benefit from 1-2-1 personal coaching, whether it’s working on a particular skill, technique or just to increase mental confidence. Please feel free to get in touch with me, as I am always happy to discuss any player’s football development. I also run UK Football Camps – Brentwood, where we have over 100 players representing every club in Brentwood, and as far afield as Chelmsford, Basildon and Romford. As Head of Youth Development for the camps, I ensure that all our coaches are FA qualified, CRB/DBS checked and first aid certified. The camp implements a set FA teaching syllabus involving all the latest techniques and skills. Most importantly, I make sure they understand the roll ‘FUN’ plays in the early stages of a child’s development: “If they don’t enjoy it - they won’t do it!”
to helping Maizi make it in the pro-women’s game. “There’s no reason why you can’t make it Maizi!” Player Comments: “I want to be a professional one day, and Coach Robin knew when, how and what areas I needed to improve my game, making me a better allround player.”
UK Football Camps are
offering all newcomers a FREE day at our camp on Monday August 3. Register your child’s place today at www. ukfootballcamps. co.uk or call 01277 375155.
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Business
Gary Cook Manager at Hylands Estate in Chelmsford, Essex, looks at how holding a business meeting in a scenic setting rather than stuffy office can do wonders for your creative thinking!
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OST business professionals have either heard of or perhaps even used the phrase ‘let’s walk and talk’. While this has been consigned by many to the cupboard marked ‘Americanisms’ alongside phrases such as ‘Let’s run that idea up the flagpole’, new evidence has recently emerged that suggests that walking and talking may actually have significant merit. I recently read an article in an American business journal about the social media company, LinkedIn, which encourages its employees to conduct walking meetings. Apparently there is a bike path near the company’s Mountain View headquarters in California which takes about 20-25 minutes to complete on foot – perfect for a half-hour one-to-one with a colleague. According to the article, the practice of walking and talking at LinkedIn was born from necessity rather than creativity. The company was outgrowing its business premises due to rapid expansion so meeting rooms had become very hard to book.”
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to the health of its employees but to the health of the business as a whole. A study into the effect of exercise on brain function that was carried out by the University of British Columbia found that regular aerobic exercise appears to boost the size of the hippocampus – the area of the brain involved in verbal memory and learning. Exercise also leads to improved mood and sleep and reduced stress and anxiety. Problems in any of these areas can impair cognitive function. These findings are further
supported by research conducted by Marily Oppezzo, who researched walking and creativity along with her professor Daniel Schwartz, when she was a doctoral student at Stanford’s Graduate School of Education. To measure the effect of walking on creativity, Schwartz and Oppezzo asked test subjects to walk and sit while tasked with finding alternative uses for everyday items like tyres or buttons. They found that people who walked were able to come up with more unique ideas, both while they were walking and immediately afterward. Walking and talking also removes physical barriers such as desks and boardroom tables to create a less formal environment, which facilitates more relaxed, open conversation. It also removes other office-based distractions such as phones, emails and interruptions from colleagues. However compelling this research is, it does not suggest that boardrooms are destined to become vacant spaces. While walking meetings help promote creative thinking, the researchers found that sitting is the better option when you have to solve a problem for which there is only
one right answer. Schwartz and Oppezzo asked test subjects to come up with a single word that combines with the words “cottage, Swiss, and cake.” The sitters were better able to figure out the answer: cheese. Similarly for formal interviews or potentially difficult conversations, such as staff performance reviews, sitting is a far more appropriate option. Here the formality of the setting and eye contact is hugely beneficial.
How much is enough?
The study carried out at the University of British Columbia suggests that a brisk one hour walk twice a week is enough – that’s just 120 minutes of moderate intensity exercise in seven days. If you adopt the walking meeting philosophy you could easily achieve this target within office hours – it equates to a just 24 minutes a day during a five day working week. As well as LinkedIn, other high profile Americans who are fans of walking meetings are Barack Obama, Facebook Chief Mark
Zuckerberg and Twitter co-founder, Jack Dorsey. In fact, Facebook has just installed a half-mile loop on the roof of its new headquarters in California for that very purpose. At Hylands Estate, a popular meeting and conference venue, we have a totally natural resource at our disposal in the shape of 500 acres of parkland. Every year we host hundreds of business events, including meetings, conferences and seminars within our mansion building and pavilion but it’s still the minority rather than the majority of business clients whom make use of the surrounding gardens, lake and woodland. The American research really made me think about how our clients could make far better use of our wonderful outdoor space, either for break-out sessions to assist with problem solving, relaxed one-to-ones or during seminars and conferences where creative thinking would be beneficial. With many people citing work as a reason for not getting enough exercise, incorporating it into your working week seems like a great solution. Walking meetings will also help desk workers achieve the frequent breaks that are recommended by the health and safety executive. Interestingly, in LinkedIn’s case, despite having now expanded into larger business premises, its employees are still quite literally choosing to think on their feet and regularly take to the bike path in the Californian hills. While we aren’t able to guarantee the same levels of sunshine as California, we are able to provide hundreds of acres of the best of what England has to offer for relaxed, informal business meetings. We’re also happy to provide an umbrella or two. For more details on how to hold your business meeting at Hylands Estate, visit www. chelmsfordcityvenues.co.uk/ hylands-estate
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Here’s to another 150 years of
Alice in Wonderland! Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland is 150 years old this year. Chicken and Frog Bookshop’s Natasha Radford celebrates the popular children’s tale and some new titles that enthusiasts of Alice and her adventures will adore!
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UTHOR of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland Charles Dodgson, better known as Lewis Carroll, was a natural storyteller who frequently invented new stories to amuse his friends. Inspired by real events and a real child, Alice Liddell, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland was dreamt up on a lazy summer’s day in Oxford. The river outing with the Liddell family on 4 July 1862, from Folly Bridge to Godstow, was where it all began. Charles Dodgson travelled downriver with the Dean of Christ Church, Oxford and his family. Along the way he told the family a story about a bored little girl called Alice who went searching for an adventure. The family loved it and at the end of that day, the daughter, Alice Liddell, asked for the story to be written down. Charles Dodgson agreed and began writing the manuscript the very next day. It actually took him two and a half years to complete, but was well worth the wait. To celebrate its 150th anniversary, publishers have been busily re-printing Alice in a whole range of styles to suit young and old. Here are just a few examples of re-vamped Alice: First up is The Complete Alice. This hardback edition of the original text with a foreword by Philip Pullman and Sir John Tenniel’s original illustrations, coloured by Harry G. Theaker, is the perfect gift for all ages and occasions. It is a real treasure. The Nursery Alice is suitable for younger readers. In Carroll’s own
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words: “it is to be thumbed, to be cooed over, to be dog-eared”. Abridged for younger readers, with gilded edges and original colour illustrations, this makes a prefect addition for the nursery bookshelf. A beautiful, full colour paperback version, Alice in Wonderland: Down the Rabbit Hole, is an enchanting introduction to Alice, which includes a story CD read by Downton Abbey’s Joanne Froggatt. This is a great edition for sharing at bedtime. Busy Alice in Wonderland is a perfect introduction for young children. Push, pull and turn mechanisms bring the story to life and introduce all the main characters, Alice, the White Rabbit, the March Hare, Mad Hatter, Dormouse and of course the Queen of Hearts. First Sticker Activity Book is an absolute joy, filled with over 300 brightly illustrated stickers, as well as colouring pages, mazes, dot-todot and more. This is a hands-on introduction to the classic tale – and it will keep little ones busy on rainy days and long journeys! As well as the wonderful books, there are events taking place all over the country to whet your appetite.
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Alice-themed events: The Alice Look (until November 1) V&A Museum of Childhood www.vam.ac.uk/moc/whatson This ambitious exhibition brings together clothes, photographs, rare editions and illustrations to show what a trendsetter the Alice character has been over the past 150 years. As well as showcasing her original Victorian look, the exhibits will display modern interpretations, such as Annie Liebowitz’s US Vogue photographs and music videos by Gwen Stefani, Avril Lavigne and Aerosmith. The collection will make an entertaining afternoon for children and fashionistas alike.
The musical: Wonder.land (from November 27) www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/ shows/wonder.land A must later this year, is a visit to the National Theatre to watch Damon Albarn’s new musical version of Carroll’s tale. Opening at the Manchester International Festival, wonder. land will transfer to London in November before moving onto Paris next year. It follows the story of unhappy 12-yearold girl Aly, who is bullied at school, but finds herself growing in confidence online, where she meets a cast of familiar characters. They start appearing in her real life in subtle and unexpected ways, as Albarn
plays with the idea of what ‘falling down a rabbit hole’ might mean in today’s digital age. Tickets from £15. Mad Hatter’s Tea Party at Chicken and Frog Bookshop on Saturday October 17. Join the team for their 3rd birthday. A very special guest of honour will be hopping along; the White Rabbit himself! Fancy dress is highly encouraged! There will be cake (of course), stories (naturally), balloons and stickers. www.chickenandfrog. com For details of other Alicethemed events: www.alice150.com
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Brentwood
£630,000
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 11TH JULY 11-12PM BY APPOINTMENT Situated within a private mews, just off the Ongar Road, is this substantial five bedroom detached family home. The property is situated on a generous plot, with lawned gardens to front and side. Impressive living accommodation includes a kitchen/breakfast room, two further spacious reception rooms, a utility room and master bedroom with en-suite bathroom. To the first floor there are four further bedrooms and a shower room.
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Pilgrims Hatch
£695,000 £355,000
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 11TH JULY 2-3PM NO APPOINTMENT NECESSARY 118 HATCH ROAD, PILGRIMS HATCH CM15 9QA Situated in the ever popular Pilgrims Hatch area is this beautifully presented three bedroom semi detached family home. The accommodation comprises, light and spacious lounge / diner, modern fitted kitchen and large entrance hall. To the first floor there are three good sized bedrooms and a luxury fitted four piece bathroom. The property boasts a large garden with future potential to extend (STPP), and double garage 20’ x 17’ with its own driveway.
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Blackmore
£935,000
A 5 BEDROOM DETACHED CHALET IMMACULATE CHALET BUNGALOW BACKING PADDOCKS Set behind electric gates and occupying a wide road frontage is this imposing 5 bedroom detached chalet bungalow with 1.5 acres of immaculate grounds backing paddocks. The property lends itself easily to annex division because of the ground floor layout and has extensive parking with a double width garage.
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Highwood
£695,000 Guide Price : £1,000,000 - £1,100,000
SITUATED JUST 3 MILES FROM BLACKMORE IS THIS 7 BED SUBSTANTIAL FAMILY HOME Set well back from the road and with contemporary finishes throughout. The property has in the region of 3800sq.ft. arranged over 3 floors. Private, formal gardens which incorporate a heated swimming pool, a double-width detached garage with a large office room above & a field to the rear with its own access which is in excess of 2 acres.
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£375,000
Pilgrims Hatch
LOCATED ON THE FLOWERS DEVELOPMENT
This fantastic three bedroom semi detached family home is situated on the ever popular Flowers Development, within close proximity of local schooling and amenities. A deceptively spacious feel is offered by way of open plan living accommodation on the ground floor, which includes a refitted 17’ x 10’10 kitchen/diner with doors opening onto an attractive garden, currently set up for outdoor living. A driveway to the side gives ample off street parking.
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£375,000
SITUATED ON THE SOUGHT AFTER POETS ESTATE
Formerly used as a family run motor spares business, which we now understand to be suitable for a wide variety of other uses. The Kings Road Parade is situated just yards from one of the County’s leading retail centres, with many brand names represented. Accommodation is set on lower ground, ground and first floor levels - the first floor offering the possibility, subject to planning consents, of a self-contained apartment.
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£430,000
Warley
SOUGHT AFTER DEVELOPMENT CLOSE TO STATION
A stunning 2 bedroom upper ground floor apartment which forms part of this award winning development known as The Galleries with ceiling heights in many parts reaching 13’. This delightful apartment offers a blend of old meets new throughout and has views over impeccably kept manicured gardens. This particular apartment also affords allocated parking for 2 cars in addition to concierge service.
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Doddinghurst
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Kelvedon Hatch
£320,000 - £330,000
A THREE DOUBLE BEDROOMED MID TERRACE PROPERTY
Offered with immediate vacant possession is this three double bedroomed mid terrace property with two receptions and an integral garage. The property is situated in a pleasant cul-de-sac close to local shops, schools and main bus routes into Brentwood.
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GUIDE PRICE £420,000 - £440,000
A FOUR BEDROOM DETACHED IMMACULATE FAMILY HOME
Situated in a pleasant cul-de-sac is this 4 bed detached house which has been maintained in immaculate condition throughout & has benefitted from an extension to the rear, providing a separate dining room. The property has a garage approached via its own block paved driveway with parking for up to 4 vehicles.
Doddinghurst
GUIDE PRICE £380,000 - £400,000
OPEN HOUSE SATURDAY 18TH JULY 10AM – 11.30AM – BY APPOINTMENT ONLY
We are delighted to offer this 3 bed semi detached house which has been extended to the rear and is maintained in immaculate condition throughout, including a luxury kitchen and shower room, all complimented by an attractive block paved driveway to the front and a landscaped rear garden.
Guide: £290,000 Plus
Wednesday 22nd July at 11am at The Barn, Channels Golf Club Little Waltham, Chelmsford where these Lots will be offered for sale
Vacant Ground Floor Flat
Guide: £100,000 Plus
EPC: D
Freehold Parcel of Land Guide: £15-20,000
DAGENHAM, ESSEX
WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA, ESSEX
Our next auction will be held on
End Terrace House for Improvement Guide: 160,000 Plus EPC: TBC
Vacant Leasehold Masionette Guide: £120,000 Plus EPC: TBC
Eversley Road
PITSEA, ESSEX
Mixed Freehold Investment
SAWBRIDGEWORTH, HERTS
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WESTCLIFF-ON-SEA, ESSEX
The UK’s leading independent regional land and property auctioneer Clive Emson have expanded with an office covering Essex and North & East London, with an experienced auction team from the local area.
EPC: domestic - E and commerical - C
SOUTH OCKENDON, ESSEX
22nd July - Essex, North & East London 23rd July - Kent & SE London 24th July - Sussex & Surrey 27th July - West Country 28th July - Hampshire & Isle of Wight
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AUCTION
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Vacant Self Contained Flat Guide: £100-110,000 EPC: D
Straw Bale Building Guide: £5-10,000
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Land 1 New Cottages, London Road, Pitsea, Basildon, Essex
Entries are continuously invited for our forthcoming auctions. Our next five-day auction series covering Essex & London, Kent to Cornwall and Isle of Wight to M4 will be in September with a closing date of 19th August 2015.
For professional friendly advice contact Paul Bridgeman or Martin Hardy on 01245 205778 Email: essex@cliveemson.co.uk Guides are provided as an indication of each Seller’s minimum expectation. They are not necessarily figures which a property will sell for and may change at any time prior to Auction. Unless stated otherwise, each Lot will be offered subject to a reserve (a figure below which the Auctioneer cannot sell the Lot during the Auction). We expect the reserve will be set within the guide range or no more than 10% above a single figure guide. Please check our website regularly at cliveemson.co.uk, or call 01622 608400, in order to stay fully informed.
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LOTS of properties going under the hammer in Clive Emson’s July Auction Britain’s top land and property auctioneers forthcoming auction takes place on July 22. LOT 1
LOT 2
LAND NEXT TO FARM UP FOR AUCTION A freehold parcel of land at South Ockendon is going up for auction with a guide price of £15,000£20,000. The 0.04 hectare (0.09 acre) plot adjoining Ponds Farm on Purfleet Road and close to the A13 is currently used as a storage yard. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “This land is likely to interest anyone who can see the potential in possibly obtaining planning consent in the future. “Land is always popular at auction. These plots may be used for recreational and amenity purposes or the new owner may have an alternative use in mind.” Last month’s round of five Clive Emson auctions across southern England, of which the Channels Golf Club was one, raised £21m, with an 83% success rate. Paul added: “It was our best June auction series since the heady days of 2006 and comes on the back of political stability, record-low borrowing costs and an improving economy. “The shortage of new homes and the increased demand for rented property is fuelling demand - the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors predicts that average house prices will rise by 25% over the next five years.” The independent company holds eight rounds of auctions at five locations from Essex to Cornwall on consecutive days every six weeks, this time with a total of 145 lots. Starting at 11am, the fourth of Clive Emson’s regional Essex and North & East London auctions in 2015 takes place at the Channels Golf Club, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, on Wednesday, July 22.
LOT 5
LOT 4
GOING UP IN THE WORLD FOR TWOBED FLAT A two-bedroom former local authority flat on the third floor of a high-rise block in Dagenham is up for auction at a guide price of £100,000-£110,000 leasehold. The self-contained apartment, with security entry system, is in Hawkwell House, Gosfield Road – just off the A124 and within two miles of Chadwell Heath railway station. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “I am expecting a lot of interest for this flat in such a popular area.” The flat has the remainder of a 125-year lease from 2002.
FLAT WITH EASY TRANSPORT LINKS A conveniently-situated three-bedroom ground floor flat in Westcliff-on-Sea is to be auctioned with a leasehold guide price of £100,000 plus. In an established residential location, the Fleetwood Avenue flat is in easy reach of shops, main roads, railway stations at Westcliff-onSea, Prittlewell and Chalkwell and London Southend Airport. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “This flat, with vacant possession, would make an excellent investment opportunity having previously been let at a rent of £8,700 per annum.”
REDUCED PRICE PUTS STAMP ON POST OFFICE INVESTMENT A Post Office and convenience store, three-bedroom maisonette and semi-detached garage in Billericay are up for auction with a reduced freehold guide price of £290,000. The property in the popular Grange Road parade of shops is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). The property is let at a total rent of £23,260 per annum. Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said:
LOT 6 - LOVELY FLAT AT ‘AMAZING’ PRICE A lovely ground floor maisonette in Sawbridgeworth, Herts, is up for auction with an amazing leasehold guide price of £120,000 plus. The two-bedroom property, being sold on the instructions of bankruptcy trustees, is just half a mile from the town’s mainline railway station. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July).
an office, guest room, studio or teenage crash pad – has a guide price of £5,000-10,000 Leading straw bale building company Straw Works is selling the 4m by 3m energyefficient hut that can be used all year round with little or no heating. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer
and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “This is yet another unusual lot for us following our sale of a former nuclear bunker earlier this year. “The building is built to a high standard with natural materials – straw bale walls and sheep’s wool and wood fibre board insulated roof and floor. “Its clay and lime plasters create a healthy atmosphere with no toxic gases and the building will keep cool in
summer and warm in winter as long as it is positioned facing south.” The building requires some finishing – clay plaster inside and an external finish of lime render – and a quote can be
LOT 7
Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “This is a lovely flat, with use of the garden, up for an amazing price – and with vacant possession.”
LOT 3 -EX-STRAW-DINARY BUILDING MADE OF BALES A straw bale building that was constructed at the Grand Designs Live event hosted by TV star Kevin McCloud at London’s ExCeL centre is being auctioned. The eco-friendly building – suitable for many uses, such as
“This property is in a popular part of town and comes with the advantage of a guaranteed return once the sale is completed.” The shop consists of a retail area with Post Office counter and storage area. At the rear is a courtyard. A double length garage with up and over door is behind the property. Communal stairs lead to the maisonette from the rear of the premises which has a dining, room, living room, kitchen and small balcony at the rear. The second floor includes three bedrooms and a bathroom. There is potential to split the maisonette into two separate flats, subject to all the necessary consents being obtained.
obtained from the seller. The purchaser will need to arrange delivery and have access for a low loader vehicle. The building is being stored in Suffolk and viewing is strictly by appointment.
IMPROVEMENT OPPORTUNITY AT END OF TERRACE HOUSE An established three-bedroom end of terrace house in need of modernisation in Westcliff-on-Sea is going up for auction with a freehold guide price of £160,000 plus. The Hainault Avenue property is close to shops and amenities, a mileand-a-half from three mainline railway stations and within easy reach of London Southend Airport. It is among the Essex and North and East London lots listed for sale by the regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson this month (July). Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “I am sure this property will generate great activity in the auction room. “It will suit a purchaser looking for a modernisation project as a possible investment opportunity.”
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Pet friendly properties
Paws for thought It’s holiday time for your canine companion too when you stay at one of these pet-friendly properties
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S millions of holidaymakers flock to airports around the country this summer, many will instead be staying in the UK ensuring their pet also gets a family holiday. According to the holiday home rental giant, Holidaylettings.co.uk, there has been a 76% year-on-year increase in searches for pet friendly breaks in the UK with 2015 set to be the year of the dog holiday! “Finding the right boarding or professional pet sitting service can often be a stressful and costly exercise for many pet owners,’’ says Saskia Welman of holidaylettings.co.uk. “A pet friendly holiday let is a great way to save on those costs and with over 13,000 pet friendly options to choose from in the UK, you’ll be sure to find the property to suit you and your four legged friends.’’
Here’s just a taste of what’s available The Snug: Masham, North Yorkshire Sleeps 4 (ref 370164)
On arrival at The Snug, enjoy homemade afternoon tea on the cottage’s finest china relaxing in the Courtyard or in front of the glowing log burner. The stone built two storey holiday cottage is full of old charm with beams, wood burner, timber floors and thick wobbly walls. Furnished to a luxurious standard to provide accommodation for up to four guests. Dogs and Children most welcome. Owned and managed by husband and wife, Richard and Karen who live close by. Masham is a beautiful Yorkshire Dales market town in Lower Wensleydale, famous for its local breweries, Black Sheep and Theakstons with its unadorned beauty made up of old stone and
solid character providing a popular destination for visitors. The Snug is located two minutes walk away from the Market Square, home to a good selection of eating and drinking establishments including two breweries and shops selling good quality local produce. From £50 per night. Sefton House: Alnwich, Northumberland Sleeps 14 (ref 143528)
Woodfarm Barn little environment to relax in. The Meadow is down a pretty country lane just outside the little Suffolk village of Stonham Aspal. There are lovely walks with the dog, of course, and cycling straight from the Barn and the pretty Suffolk ‘Heritage’ Coast is just 30 minutes away. From £55 per night.
drive. From £100 per night. The Hay Loft: Burnham-on-Crouch Sleeps 5 (207934)
Closer to home……. Sefton House is a self catering property centrally located in the coastal village of Alnmouth in Northumberland. There are seven bedrooms ranging from singles to luxurious double’s with en-suite, all have been furnished and decorated to an extremely high standard. Alnmouth is a small picturesque village with a variety of restaurants, pubs, coffee shops and gift shops. There are two golf courses, one a 9 hole links course with spectacular views over the golden sandy beach and the other an 18 hole championship course. The house has patios to front and rear, both with table & chairs with delightful Estuary views to the front. There is also a wooden childrens play house in rear. From £229 per night. Woodfarm Barn: Stonham Aspal, East Anglia Sleeps 2 (612763) A choice of six luxurious and romantic Gold Award winning Suffolk Barns in the heart of the rural Sufolk countryside letting you chill out and enjoy clear skies, fresh air and the natural unspoilt charm of Suffolk. All beautifully presented, with Oak beams and flooring, antique and modern furnishing, offering couples (and toddler) a well-earned break in a very relaxing atmosphere. The Barns nestle into mature trees in a meadow near our fishpond to create a peaceful
The Cartlodge: Higham, Colchester Sleeps 6 (3104766)
The Cartlodge is set in 15 acres of private parkland close to the Suffolk / Essex border. It is a wonderful self-catering holiday home sleeping up to six guests in three bedrooms. This lovely cottage is perfect for families or small groups of friends and is pet friendly. Set over a singlestorey the rooms are light and airy, there is a comfortable lounge, well-equipped fitted kitchen and two bathrooms. Outside there is a patio area which looks out over the stunning private land. Placed in the glorious Dedham Vale and Constable Country a network of footpaths and marked cycle routes make it perfect for walkers and cyclists. Boats can be hired in Dedham and Flatford (lovely cream teas!) for paddling along the river Stour. The beautiful Suffolk coast with Southwold (unique pier), Aldeburgh (Maggie Hambling sculpture) and Thorpeness (the Mere and singular architecture) Dunwich (worlds best fish & chip beachside cafe) as its highlights are all within an easy
Set on a picturesque farm in beautiful countryside, Creeksea Place Barns provides luxury holiday accommodation in a lovingly restored historic Essex barn. There are eight barns to hire of varying sizes. Each is unique and stylish, and features exposed beams, high ceilings and antique futrniture. With a blend of rustic charm and modern comforts, Creeksea Place Barns is the perfect place to stay with friends and family. The Hay Loft sleeps 4-5 people. Furnished with comfy sofas and oak furniture, the spacious living and dining area is a sociable place for friends and family. The Hay Loft also features a beautiful mezzanine bedroom with three single beds, and the master bedroom is accented by a spectacular antique French bed. Located just outside the coastal town of Burnham on Crouch in Essex, the site features a variety of friendly farm animals, a children’s play area, a popular cafe for breakfast and lunch, beauty treatment rooms, and also has access to a range of coastal footpaths. From £69 per night. Rose Barn Annexe: Mersea Island Sleeps 4 (375140) Delightful Rose Barn Annexe is completely self-contained and offers two-bedroom accommodation, set in four acre grounds with two ponds and your
English, Dutch, German and French speaking hosts look forward to welcoming you! There are many pretty villages along the River Blackwater and fresh fish and shellfish is in abundance. The historic town of Colchester is just a short drive away, with buses operating every 30 minutes and neighbouring Mersea Island – well known for its oyster fisheries – provides beaches, sailing facilities and a Nature Reserve. The Company Shed in West Mersea is ‘marvellously ramshackle and eccentric” and well worth a visit. Specialising in fish, the Company Shed is recognised throughout the culinary world – serving local native oysters, crab and other shellfish. For those who want to simply relax and not cook, the Peldon Rose Inn – a 15th century country inn – is just 80 yards away with a renowned kitchen. From £65 per night Little Thatch: Walton-on-the-Naze Sleeps 4 (211725)
Little Thatch is a semi detached thatched cottage just a short walk from the beach in the Essex seaside town of Walton on the Naze. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom and a double sofa bed as well as a shower room. The cottage also contains a fitted kitchen and a sitting room. Outside the cottage is off road parking for two cars and an enclosed lawned garden with outdoor furniture. Perfect for a romantic break near the sea, Little Thatch is picture postcard cottage in a superb location. A shop and a pub are just a stone’s throw away and the beach, just a two-minute walk. From £37 per night. To book any of the above properties visit www. holidaylettings.co.uk.
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Summer has finally arrived and the gardens are pretty as a picture, especially at Hyde Hall, says Christine Woodhouse
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HIS time of year all the foliage and the flowers are well underway at RHS Hyde Hall and everything is fresh and lush. The roses are starting to have their first flush, the early summer perennials fill the borders with their blousy blooms and the hedges are looking shapely thanks to last year’s trimming. The Hilltop Garden lawn is also starting to look really good thanks to a combination of spring rain and hard work by the turf team. The visitors never fail to comment on its appearance. But don’t take our word for it, come and pay us a visit, take your shoes and socks off, and experience it for yourself! We’ve also been enjoying fresh tasty rhubarb from our vegetable plots. If you aren’t growing any this year, then put it on your list for next year as you can’t beat a good rhubarb crumble and custard!
below the top of the leaf canopy at a leaf joint and they will regrow and flower in no time. • Stake the plants that are prone to flopping once they are in flower, there are always some that fall over all the others, we use stems of birch weaved in around them to hold them up. Do this early and you won’t have to fight with them later. Plant supports are also available in garden centres if you don’t have time to make your own. • Plant sweet peas where they can grow up onto a trellis.
Unleash your creativity
With the risk of frost now passed, fill
Lawn Care
Mowing weekly will ensure that the weeds don’t compete with the grass and don’t forget about trimming the edges, as this will set off your borders. Also, try and feed your lawn if rain is due as it will help wash the feed in and will stop you having to water it in by hand.
Essential garden jobs
• Finish cutting back the leaves of daffodils right down to the ground. Store bulbs in a dry shed or garage in paper bags or boxes until October. • Continue to tie up summer flowering clematis as they are growing fast and can easily fall down so be vigilant! • Continue to spray your roses for black spot every 4-6 weeks to help keep the fungus at bay and your roses look their best for the whole year. Dead heading as the flowers finish is the key to more flowers. We always say that when dead heading, cut them just
plant food (available from all garden centres) and they will provide you with a beautiful display right through until November, just as long as you continue to dead head throughout.
your pots with tender bedding such as pelargoniums, fuchsias and trailing plants such a petunias and bedding ivy. Use a multipurpose compost to plant with and terracotta pots rather than plastic ones to smarten up your patios. Put the tallest plants in the middle and then the shorter ones round the sides, finish up with trailing plants in the gaps that are left. Keep them watered and fed with soluble
Christine’s six of the best
• S cilla peruviana which is a hardy bulbous perennial with dark blue flower heads. • S tipa gigantea is a welcome addition to the garden. Planted in amongst other plants it adds a gentle golden shimmer. • V erbascum olympicum with its tall statuesque yellow spires and fluffy leaves will grow tall at the back of your borders and seed around freely for next year. • S alvia microphylla are neat and tidy
evergreen plants that are available in many colours and will flower right through until November if they are dead headed regularly. The do well in pots too. • L imonium platyphyllum provide a laidback spray of purple metallic flower heads accompanied by lovely deep green glossy leaves. • H ardy fuchsias look fantastic in the summer months. Tender ones grown in hanging baskets and pots will also put on a good show until the first frosts.
About Christine Christine Woodhouse has been at Hyde Hall for 10 years, five of which as a horticultural team leader. She said “I find it very rewarding working at the garden and enjoy teaching the trainees.” When not at work she can be found in her own garden which she describes as small, shady and challenging.
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Beauty
Supermodel saviours C Skincare products models always like to have to hand!
ARA Delevigne and Miranda Kerr’s love Triology Certified Organic Rosehip Oil, £16.50 for 20ml from Holland & Barrett and Boots.
“I like to wear rosehip oil at night. It’s full of antioxidants and it really rejuvenates the skin - I put it on at night and wake up glowing.” Miranda Kerr Loved by supermodels Cara Delevigne and Miranda Kerr, this product contains skin-loving natural activities that are highly effective at treating dry and dehydrated skin, ageing skin and uneven skin tone. Essential fatty acids (omegas 6 and 9), and vitamins moisturise, soften and smooth, helping promote radiant healthy skin. Apply at night for plump, hydrated and smooth skin and when you wake mix a few drops into your moisturiser for instant radiance and ultra hydration. Mix with powder to create a mineral foundation. Can also be applied to cuticles to soften and ends of hair to defrizz. Rosie Huntington Whiteley’s secret blow dry in a can Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk, £7.50 for 150ml from John Lewis “My hairstylist recommended Klorane dry shampoo because its great to use when you’re sweaty from running around to give an instant fix.” Poised for any catwalk, Rosie is one face you won’t miss at any award ceremony. With all eyes on her, she won’t have one hair out of place. Her secret weapon? The Klorane Gentle Dry Shampoo with Oat Milk. Perfect for creating long-lasting hairstyles, adds volume and lightness in minutes. Simply spray onto your roots, leave for two minutes and brush out.
The water comes from a spring in the south of France which has taken a 40 year journey through the Cevennes Mountains, resulting in naturally bacteriologically pure water. A film of silica is left on the skin protecting the surface and leaving it feeling soft and comfortable. Thanks to the low mineral content in the water as well as its neutral pH it doesn’t sting, burn or dry out skin and can even be used on broken skin.
Lisa Snowdon’s Spot Solution Witch Blemish Stick, £3.16 from Superdrug, Boots, Tesco and Sainsbury. “This is a great budget buy that zaps spots and really does work.” Lisa Snowdon. Proving that clean skin confidence doesn’t need to cost the earth, Lisa Snowdon puts her signature smooth skin down to Witch Skincare’s much loved Blemish Stick. This naturally medicated skincare staple is the
Magdalena Frackowiak and Natalia Vodianova’s soothing skincare saviour – Eau Thermale Avène Water Spray, £6.50 for 150ml from Boots Catwalk regular Magdalena Frackowiak thinks it is “brilliant” and Russian model Natalia Vodianova uses it to wash her face instead of tap water. Recommended by dermatologists and with proven clinical properties, the Avène water can be used to soothe a whole host of skin irritations such as sunburn, prickly heat and eczema. It can also be used to tone the skin as part of a three step cleansing regime, to set make-up and refresh the skin on a hot day. It is so gentle that it can even be used on babies’ delicate skin as well as post surgery.
ultimate in blemish control. It helps break down excess oils and fights the bacteria that causes spots, stopping blemishes in their tracks. The key ingredient, Witch Hazel, helps soothe skin for a healthy, flawless complexion. Candice Swanepoel’s Multi-tasker - Bio Oil £8.95 for 60ml. Avaialble from Boots, pharmacies and supermarkets. “I leave a vanity bag always packed with my favourite stuff so it’s ready to go when I travel. My face wash, toner, moisturiser, sunscreen and body oil - I love Bio-Oil and slathering it on for extra smooth, shiny skin.” Candice Swanepoel The Bio-Oil formulation combines some of the most important skincare ingredients including vitamin A and E with Calendula, Lavender, Rosemary and Chamomile oils, plus unique to Bio-Oil PurCellin Oil, to ensure they are easily-absorbed deep into the skin where they can provide essential hydration to summer skin and help to improve the appearance of scars and stretch marks.
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showed regrowth of hair. Since the launch, of Viviscal has been tried, tested and recommended by doctors, dermatologists, and hair stylists worldwide.
Karlie Kloss’ favourite hair care supplement - Viviscal Supplements, £49.95 from Boots and viviscal.com. “I bought a three month suppy - you take one in the morning and one at night, literally the difference in my hair is like night and day. It has some sort of marine complex - some kind of fish oil, whatever it is, it’s amazing.” The principal ingredient AminoMar CTM was originally developed in Finland in the 80s, when a professor discovered that the Inuits’ great hair and skin was a result of their fish and protein rich diet. By isolating the key ingredient molecules to replicate the Inuits’ secret of beautiful hair, he created AminoMar CTM, the ground-breaking marine protein complex. Following the use of Viviscal for six months, the Swedish Alopecia Society found that 95% of patients
Elle Macpherson’s buffed body secret Elle Macpherson Wet and Dry Face and Body Brush, £39.99 (Argos, Amazon, Debenhams, House of Fraser and www. lookfantastic.com) Elle explains: “A key part of my beauty regime is exfoliation. The benefits are amazing helping to remove dead skin cells, increase circulation and aid cell renewal.” The new wet and dry brush provides a 4 in 1 body treatment and simple way of keeping skin exfoliated. The waterproof device can be used in or out of the shower and has a comfort grip handle making it simple to exfoliate those difficult to reach parts, such as the centre of the back and the bottom of the feet. The brush comes with four different heads, including a cactus dry brush, a loofah, a pumice stone and facial cleansing brush which enable the user to tailor the experience for their skin type.
Beauty - Product of the week The secret to celebrity skin
Sudocrem’s celebrity fans now have a new secret weapon – Sudocrem Skin Care Cream.
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AST becoming a skin care “musthave” the handy 30g handbag sized Sudocrem Skincare Cream tube is the perfect size to slip into your desk drawer, gym bag or car glove box. Celebrities Cheryl Fernandez-Versini, Lara Stone, Rita Ora and the cast of TOWIE, including Chloe Sims, Joey Essex, Lauren Pope, Gemma Collins and Diags have professed they use Sudocrem. Sudocrem Skin Care Cream is a versatile cream that is
gentle and soothing and can be used as often as you need. It still soothes irritations by forming a barrier to keep moisture in and damaging pollutants out. It is ideal for all problemskin including spot prone or the problem patches common on elbows and knees and can even be applied to your skin after being out in the sun. Tips for the many uses of Sudocrem Skin Care Cream: Face Mask - apply a thin layer over your face and wear as an over-night mask to give your
skin a healthy glow the next day. Moisturiser - The zinc oxide it contains prevents moisture loss and its lanolin has excellent moisturising qualities too. A must for all year round. Spot Cream - Sudocrem Skin Care Cream can be used first thing in the morning and last thing at night to help soothe, moisturise and reduce the redness of spot prone skin. Make sure your hands are clean when dealing with blemishes and spots, to prevent bacteria and oils spreading around the face.
It can also be used to soothe little rashes and dry patches such as shaving rashes - this can include areas sore from sport, such as chaffing from cycling, sore parts on feet after running, etc. For best results, always wash and dry your skin before gently applying Sudocrem Skin Care Cream directly on to the affected area with clean dry hands. Massage into the skin using small circular movements to create a thin, translucent, protective layer. So, no more celebrities dipping into their baby’s nappy
cream in its familiar grey and red tub. Instead they can now use Sudocrem Skincare Cream in its convenient chic white tube as part of their daily skin routine to maintain healthy skin. Sudocrem Skincare Cream will quickly become your go anywhere, use anytime skin care essential. It’s the secret of A-List skin perfection. Sudocrem Skin Care Cream £2.11 for a 30g tube, available from pharmacies and major retailers nationwide. Visit www.sudocrem.co.uk
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Fashion An Eye for Fashion LIFESTYLE
Founder of new pop-up boutique Margie & Doll, Nikki Da Costa-Smith is our new Fashion expert and will be bringing us the hottest new trends and styles that any fashionista won’t want to do without.
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OR my first column I wanted to take the opportunity to show you a selection of pieces that I feel represent what we do. At Margie & Doll the aim is to for everyone to find something that is suitable for their age, size, lifestyle and budget. With this mind I have put together what I would class as a capsule wardrobe that can cover all ages and scenarios ideal for the busy women that has a multitude of roles to play throughout the day. My first and probably my favourite piece is the Rinascimento Signature VB Dress. This dress is absolutely perfect to wear for work and can be dressed down with flat ballet pumps and a printed scarf. However with a killer pair of heels and a statement necklace it can easily take you through to cocktail
Nikki
o’clock or dinner in an elegant restaurant. The added benefit of this dress is with the ruching across the middle it’s flattering on all body shapes so even after big meal you can still look great! This dress truly does look amazing no matter what age you are, and with a selection of colours always available to choose from you will never be short of options. We currently have Navy, Aqua, Bubble Gum Pink and Royal Blue. Sizes range from XS to XL. Priced at £65 this is an essential wardrobe staple. This shear bomber jacket from Charlise is perfect for the summer months. Charlise is a French label that only came to the UK this season, their collection oozes ‘French Chic’ but is extremely affordable. This pretty little jacket can provide just a light covering for your arms and keep your outfit looking current and fresh. Jacket is priced at £40 A great look when
Nikki with her models including Mum Penny, at the Margie & Doll launch pink and a stripy print. Again this dress could easily be worn day or night depending on shoes and accessories. As worn by the models from our launch night. £70 for Pink £75 for Print. As with any piece of clothing I would always recommend trying on especially when it comes to sizes, labels vary so much. At a Margie & Doll Trunk show everyone is encouraged to try on as much as they want and we will assist as much or as little as is wanted or required. And with your friends or collegues there to offer their opinion you don’t even have to take our word for it! To book a trunk show or to find out more visit www. margieanddoll.com
Cardigan £40 Jumper £35 Twin Set £70 combined with a simple white vest top and jeans. I also love these Absolute Capri Pants. Available in white, navy and black £100. These trousers are so flattering and give everyone a fabulous shape, being high waisted they will pull you in and ensure you have the waist that you can be proud to show off! They are a great alternative to jeans and certainly more comfortable with lots
of stretch. Wear with either flats or heels and dress up or down accordingly. For a more casual look wear them with a Charlise Twin Set. This beautiful two piece in nude with just a hint of sparkle running through the knit looks effortlessly chic. The waterfall front cardi can easily be worn over any item. For a casual summer dress I have chosen a Maxi Dress by Traffic People. Grecian in style it gathers in just under the bust line and then falls to the floor beautifully. Perfect for hot days when you just want to wear something loose and cool. This design comes in plain
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Wellbeing
TOP 5 new spas you HAVE to see!
Morgan’s Spa
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ORGAN’S Spa @ 30 James Street, Merseyside
Morgan’s Spa at 30 James Street is on hand to bring you a tailor-made spa experience, with bespoke treatments and signature products. It’s found on the lowest floor of the hotel, which means full privacy is given for all treatments and enquiries. They have a 40 square foot spa pool, a hydrotherapy pool, and a sauna, as well as a host of treatment rooms. As for treatments, they have a range available; all manner of massages, treatments specifically for men, body wraps, scrubs, slimming therapies, scalp rituals, facials, and couples for treatments that take place in the double treatment room. The history surrounding 30 James Street is rich and impressive. Originally constructed in 1898, it is a Grade II listed building due to its shipping company past and having built arguably the most famous ship in the world – RMS Titanic. The building fell in to disarray during World War II, but was restored to its former glory in the past couple of years. The hotel has 64 luxury bedroom and is home to one of the most popular restaurants in the city, The Carpathia restaurant. One Night Spa Break. One night’s bed & breakfast in a luxury double room with Jacuzzi bath, bottle of Prosecco in room on arrival, 1 x 30 minute treatment, and full use of the spa facilities. from £99 per person
The Kinmel Hotel and Kinspa, Wales
The beautiful north Wales countryside and rolling hills provide a delightful view for any spa visit. The facilities include a tranquillity suite, complete with views of the North Wales coast, a hydrotherapy pool, a nine metre swimming pool, sauna, aromatherapy steam room, drench bucket showers, poolside relaxation area, an exterior water garden, and a suite of six treatment rooms. With such an expansive amount of facilities available, it’s reassuring that the treatment list follows suit. Using the high end product house, Elemis, they have a range of relaxing and invigorating treatments, including facials, full body massages, treatments for men, body wraps, salt glows, reflexology, hot stones massage, body polishes, as well as nails by Jessica and make up by Mii. The accommodation available at The Kinmel is first rate following a recent and extensive upgrade. They have 42 rooms which include suites, twins, and executive doubles. Harmony at The Kinmel. One night’s bed & breakfast, 3 course dinner in Brasserie 1786,
Gomersal
The Midland 1 x 30 minute treatment, 2 course light lunch in the Chiang Mai Thai restaurant in the spa and full use of the spa facilities. from £125 per person
The Midland, Manchester
The Spa at the The Midland follow the mantra of ‘Redefining Relaxation in Manchester’, and they are determined to restore you to your former glory with some true escapism in their relaxation journey. With four thermal areas in the spa that are available to use, you can rest assured that you are in good hands. Thermal facilities include a salt infusion aromatherapy steam room, a lifestyle shower, an Alder wood sauna, a Himalayan salt block wall, serene relaxation pool, and a swan neck fountain. There are also four dedicated relaxation areas in the spa. You have the choice of three sleep chambers that are ergonomically created for comfort, four hanging cocoons that can fit up to two people at once, two mini relax zones which are ideal for groups, or an area with sliding seats. Of the eight treatment rooms at the spa, two are double rooms – a real comfy choice for couples. The product houses used are ESPA, 3D SkinTech, and Jessica Nails, and a wide range of treatments include revitalising rituals, rebalancing rituals, massages, facials, scrubs, foot treatments, manicures, pedicures, and treatments for two in the Rasul. Located in the heart of Manchester’s centre, The Midland has played its part in history, as you’d expect of a building that is over 100 years old. It has been host to Kings, Queens, Presidents, Prime Ministers and rock stars alike, and is conveniently close to three train stations. There are 312 bedrooms, all of which
are decorated contemporarily. Urban Refresh. Includes 1 x 25 minute personalised facial, 1 x 25 minute hand and foot massage with hot stones, and 60 minutes use of the spa facilities. from £69 per person
Gomersal Park Hotel, West Yorkshire
Dream Spa at Gomersal Park Hotel is an area of complete relaxation and serenity. They know that everyone is different, so endeavour to tailor make your spa experience to you specifically. Dream Spa consists of eight treatment rooms, two rasul mud chambers, a foot spa, saunas, steam rooms, a swimming pool, a hydrotherapy pool, experience showers, an ice drop, a fully equipped gym, and manicure and pedicure stations. The chosen spa products used at Dream Spa are Elemis and Leighton Denny, and their highly trained therapists are on hand to provide the highest quality treatments. Some of these treatments include facials, massages, face masks, back massages, stone therapy, scrubs, wraps, reflexology, head massages and some for mums-to-be. Conveniently located in the countryside of West Yorkshire, Gomersal Park is set back in privately owned parkland, but is just a short drive from the bustling centres of Leeds, Bradford, Huddersfield, Halifax, and Wakefield. There are 86 bedrooms at the hotel which range from standard rooms, family rooms, executive rooms, and signature suites. One Night Snooze Spa Break. One night’s bed & breakfast and full use of the facilities from £95 per person.
The Spa @ Suites Hotel, Merseyside
With a range of facilities and treatments on offer, you know you are in good hands at The Spa @ Suites Hotel, as it offers a Kinspa luxury escape from the world. Spa facilities include a crystal steam room, sauna, ice room, heated relaxing beds, day beds, foot spas, a double treatment rooms and a double rasul chamber. Their leisure facilities include an 18 metre swimming pool, two Jacuzzis, a sauna, a steam room, and a fully equipped gym. Their treatment menu using Decléor and Carita products, is as long as their facilities list with a range of manicures, pedicures, massages, facials, wraps, therapies for men and anti-ageing treatments, the list goes on… Standing strong as the only four star hotel in the North West, you are guaranteed a suite when you stay, as that is the only type of room they have. There are 98 in total, all of which are complete with LCD TVs, and are designed with your comfort in mind. The location is ideal, with Liverpool’s sights and activities a short drive away; be it shopping, going out, or soaking up some culture. Chillax with Bubbles. Includes choice of 1 x 25 minute treatment from: Tension release back, neck & shoulder massage, Discovery Facial, Tranquillity Scalp massage, Aroma Body Silk Glistener or Rasul, light lunch with a glass of bubbly and 2 hours use of the spa facilities from £39 per person.
Made in Essex readers can take advantage of a special discount which can be used to purchase spa vouchers at any of the above, or other spas on the spabreaks.com website .
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Clean living!
Everyone’s talking about clean eating. So what is it all about? HELEN BARNESS gives us the lowdown
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ET’S take a look because it might be that you are not really eating as clean as you think and that’s what’s stopping you change your body shape or lose weight or improve your fitness.
Do you eat clean? Do you cook from scratch? Do you eat vegetables? Clean eating is cooking/eating/ using food that is not processed, so man has not been tampering with it and adding in all sorts of other ingredients. It is often described as whole food. To eat clean you would be looking
to eliminate as much sugar as possible from your diet and this may well include reducing how much fruit you eat too if you are eating too much of it. An example of a clean eating day? Breakfast:- omelette with spinach or any other green vegetable if you can like broccoli, kale and add in some other colours – red/orange/yellow peppers for example. Lunch:- Green salad with lean chicken or fish but you can have a sauce of some kind that is made from scratch like extra virgin olive
oil with balsamic vinegar. Dinner:- Stir fries are great with loads of vegetables and then you can add in whatever meat or fish you like. There are many ways of doing healthier dinners that can still be appetising, you just have to be organised and have a good idea of what you are going to be eating. Why it is better to eat clean? Our bodies need a wide variety of nutrients – essential minerals, vitamins, fiber, fats, proteins, water to keep our body functioning and the better the quality of the food
we put into our body, the better our body will perform, look and feel. What can clean eating do for us? • help reduce cholesterol • keep your heart healthy • h elp you get off the sugar roller coaster and cravings so that we keep diabetes away • h elp your digestive system work more easily • helps you sleep better • l ess stress on the body through easier digestion • y ou will become clearer minded, the fog goes away! • helps with weight loss
• y ou will have more energy and look fab! So quite a few good reasons to clean up your diet. To help you get a bit more organised and plan your meals, why not download our FREE meal planner tool today from our website - visit http://www. kickstartfatlossgrays.co.uk/ what-is-clean-eating-all-about/ For more details contact Helen on 07956 520767 - Kick Start Fat Loss Grays or visit website www. kickstartfatlossgrays.co.uk
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Food
On a plate… with
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executive chef, Chamberlain’s Leadenhall
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HERE are always staple dishes on the menu at Chamberlain’s, including Dover sole and native Scottish lobsters (sent across daily from the company’s lobster tanks at Billingsgate), but a frequently changing menu of more up-to-
date dishes complements them. Executive chef, Essex-born Andrew Jones honed his culinary skills in some of the finest kitchens, including three Michelin-starred Michel Bras in Laguiole, France and joined Chamberlain’s in 2011 and has brought his extensive creative skills to bear on the restaurant, the catering business and the menus. He is now a director and shareholder in Chamberlain’s of London. To give us a flavour of just what Chamberlain’s is renowned for, Andrew has given us two fabulous fish dish recipes to try at home.
Chamberlain’s Leadenhall, 0207 648 8690/www.chamberlainsoflondon.com.
If you love fish, you’ll love Chamberlain’s located in the historic setting of Leadenhall Market in the City of London. The restaurant reflects the very best fish that is available from around British coastal waters.
Baked Whole Dover Sole
With white wine sauce & summer herbs Ingredients: 1 whole Dover sole approx. 1kg in weight 1 shallot, diced ¼ bulb of fennel, sliced Sprig of thyme 1 glass white wine 100ml low fat yoghurt 20g olive oil Salt/pepper Selection of fresh herbs and leaves, e.g: Parsley, Fennel, celery Leafs, Basil, Rocket, Chives, Sorrel, Chervil, Tarragon, Lemon balm (It can be all of these or just a couple depending what you have available)
Method 1. Preheat the oven to 200 °C 2. First put all of your chosen herbs into a bowl of cold water containing an ice cube. Keep the stalks to one side 3. Prepare your sole or ask your fish monger to do it for you (ask for the head, brown skin, roe blood line and fins to be removed and white skin scaled) 4. Brush with olive oil an ovenproof dish, just a little larger than the fish. Lay in the stalks from the herbs, shallot, thyme and fennel 5. Season the sole on both sides and place on top of the herbs with the white skin facing upwards 6. Mix the white wine and yoghurt then pour over the top of the sole and place in the oven for 12 minutes 7. Allow the sole to rest in the dish for 4 minutes when you remove from the oven. Then, with a large palate knife, carefully lift the sole out of the dish and place onto a warm serving dish 8. Pass the sauce that remains in the baking dish through a sieve into a clean saucepan. Bring to the boil and pour over the sole 9. Drain the picked herbs and scatter over the top of the fish, and serve Serve with a fresh tomato and onion salad, a couple of boiled new potatoes and a chilled glass of Chablis
Tea Smoked Mackerel with
apple & crispy shallot (serves 4) Ingredients: For mackerel 4 fillets of fresh mackerel pinboned (ask your fishmonger to do this) 2tsp dark soy sauce 1tsp runny honey 2 Darjeeling tea bags Salt Freshly ground pepper 40ml sunflower oil ½ lemon For apple purée 1 Bramley apple peeled and diced 2tsp caster sugar 1 clove For apple salad 100g finely diced green apple 30g peeled and finely diced celery 20g candied stem ginger finely diced 10g chopped chives 2tsp of stem ginger syrup For crispy shallots (you can cheat and buy these from supermarkets) 1 shallot sliced finely 1L vegetable oil to fry To finish Micro cress or small salad leaves or some shredded spring onions
Method 1. Mix soy and honey and coat mackerel with it, leave for at least 1 hour or, if you can, overnight. 2. Pat fish dry on kitchen paper and place on greaseproof paper, skin side up, in a steamer basket. 3. Put the loose tea leaves in the base of a dry pan and put steamer basket on top. Put on a high heat until you can see the smoke starting to come out. Remove from the heat and allow to stand for approximately 15 minutes. (tip: if using a bamboo steamer basket soak it in warm water for 30 mins before to prevent it burning.) 4. Transfer mackerel to a lightly oiled grill tray, skin side up (these steps can be done the day before and refrigerated until ready to serve.) 5. Put the Bramley apple, sugar and clove in a pan with a couple of tsp of water and cook on a medium heat until soft enough to blitz with a liquidiser or hand blender until smooth. Allow to cool and adjust the consistency with a little more water if it is too stiff. 6. Mix the diced green apple, celery, ginger, chives and ginger syrup together, season with salt and pepper to taste. 7. Heat the oil in a pan to 150 deg C. Add sliced shallots and cook until golden and crisp. Drain on kitchen paper to remove excess oil. 8. Mix sunflower oil with the juice of the ½ lemon and season to taste. TO FINISH, AND SERVE Place mackerel under a hot grill until skin is crisp and slightly charred, and flesh is cooked through. Put a spoonful of the purée on each plate and sit the mackerel on top. Spoon the apple salad down the back of the fish and then spoon over the lemon dressing. Dress the crisp shallot and salad leaves over the diced salad and serve.
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Russell Grant’s Weekly Horoscopes ARIES March 21st - April 20th
Beware of being too impulsive or overly self-centred. Decisions that affect other members of your family or workplace team should be discussed. It may not be the best time to relocate or assign different roles to those involved. Let an old routine carry on a little longer. People adjust to change easier when they are given time to prepare. A new source of income will become available, making you much busier. Take time out of your jam packed schedule for personal relationships.
Although you hate being in the spotlight, there may have no other choice. You will have to answer some difficult questions from the people around you. If you made mistakes, admit them. It’s better to be honest than get a reputation for being deceitful. You might have to cancel personal plans to put things right. Try not to dwell on your disappointment. Seek the advice of a relative who has always exhibited grace under fire. Their help and compassion will be invaluable.
LIBRA September 24th - October 23rd
Don’t expect your best friend, romantic partner or business associate to go into battle for you. You must defend your own interests and ideas. If someone has been bullying you, summon your courage. Confront this troublemaker the next time they try to intimidate you. You’ll be amazed how quickly people rally around you. You’re a lot stronger than you realise and your independent display tells others you won’t be intimidated and paves the way for an exciting new opportunity.
CAPRICORN December 22nd - January 20th
TAURUS April 21st - May 21st
LEO July 24th - August 23rd
Pretending to know more than you do could lead to trouble. Go ahead and admit you don’t know much about a particular subject. A helpful friend or colleague will come forward to fill in the gaps of your knowledge. It’s never easy for you to admit vulnerabilities. Treat this situation as an opportunity for growth. Someone who admires your courage will express romantic interest in you. If you’re single, you may prefer to keep this relationship quiet until you make a commitment.
SCORPIO October 24th - November 22nd
Don’t keep pouring all your energy into your job. Although your work ethic is admirable, it could be affecting your outlook. There is more to life than earning money and carrying out responsibilities. You have to make time for fun. If you get passed up for a promotion, remain philosophical. This could be a sign that you should switch gears. Taking a long distance trip could restore your emotional balance. Why not visit an ancient city that evokes mystery and romance for you?
AQUARIUS January 21st - February 19th
GEMINI May 22nd - June 21st
VIRGO August 24th - September 23rd
SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - December 21st PISCES February 20th - March 20th
Anyone who tries undermining your confidence will be in for a big shock. You’re tired of being pushed around by jealous types or rivals. Instead of allowing yourself to be sidelined, you’ll stand your ground. If you’re dealing with an inconsiderate relative, don’t be afraid to end the relationship. There’s no reason you should be tied to someone who uses you as their emotional punch bag. Fortunately, friends, neighbours and colleagues will offer their full support. Try not to fall victim to peer pressure. Many of your friends want you to take a path that isn’t right for you. Be prepared to go separate ways, at least for a short time. Anyone who tries to make you feel guilty or foolish for this decision should be given a wide berth. You’re about to learn who truly has your best interests at heart. If you continue to do what is best for you, a moneymaking opportunity will come your way. This will be emotionally as well as financially rewarding.
CANCER June 22nd - July 23rd
Arguments over money can put undue strain on a close relationship. You’re tired of having all of your hard earned cash spent on diversions that don’t give you long term pleasure. It may be best to keep your bank account separate from that of a business partner or a loving partner. It will become more and more important for you to assert your independence and not feel that you have always to fit in with other people’s plans or ideas. Some people might not like that, but that’s their bad luck.
Puzzles CLUES ACROSS
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NO:37 SOLUTIONS (MIE ISSUE 37)
1 Well known member of the Pope’s household (8) 5 Horseman or horse-man? (6) 9 Adjusted set to receive special live European broadcast (8) 10 It’s removed from the jug and strained (6) 12 Basic part of education for Greeks originally denied to a woman? (5) 13 Care for a newspaper? The Observer is coming round (4,5) 14 Breaking the law is extremely immoral business (5,7) 18 Zone in European country converted into becoming Catholic (12) 21 Tree of gold featured in a church song (9) 23 After time, get lease from the Council (5)
You might not be the winner in a contest for someone’s affections. There’s no point pursuing someone who clearly wants to be with someone else. Instead of dwelling on your heartache, find a healthy outlet for your frustration. Exercise can relieve stress. It doesn’t matter whether this means going to the gym, taking brisk walks or playing sports with friends. The important thing is to stay in motion. Beware of bad mouthing your romantic interest. It’s better to take the high road.
Family quarrels are draining your energy. It may be necessary to intervene on behalf of a relative who is being treated like a scapegoat. If the bickering continues, you might want to keep the warring parties far away from each other. This stressful environment isn’t healthy for anyone. Resist the temptation to forget your worries and woes with a shopping spree. Instead, spend quality time with someone who appreciates and understands you.
Ask yourself if a health problem is stress related. Go for a medical consultation. Obey the doctor’s instructions to the letter. If you are told to avoid certain foods, cut them out of your diet. Get to bed regularly. Stay away from people who make you upset. If that means taking time off work, so be it. Alternatively, someone closer to home may be the person who is making you anxious. You won’t be able to change their behaviour, so focus on establishing boundaries. Being too aggressive on the financial front can backfire. Instead of using strong arm tactics, make a strategic retreat. You don’t want to look desperate for business. Dealing with a lazy colleague will be a challenge. You’re tired of doing the lion’s share of the work. Be direct about your feelings. Beating about the bush won’t solve the problem. Explain why you’re upset, how the situation is affecting you and what you expect to happen to change things for the better.
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Community radio station Phoenix FM broadcasts live programming from 7am to midnight every day to Brentwood, Billericay and surrounding areas on 98.0FM and www.phoenixfm.com
Thursday, July 9 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter in association with Saint Francis Hospice 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Michelle Ward in association with Chigwell Bifold Doors and Windows 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with Bob Simpson in association with Affinity Wills 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers in association with Papa John’s Pizza 6.00pm Midweek Matchzone - local and national sport news with Ronnie O’Sullivan and Chris Hood 7.00pm GR80s - music and guests from the 80s with Xanthe Bearman 9.00pm 50 Shades Of Chay - indie and alternative music with Chay Appleyard 11.00pm Cultura Brazil - news and music for the local Brazlilian Community (in Portuguese) with
Ezequiel Cassol Friday, July 10 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Mike Porter 10.00am Eat My Brunch with Scott Ross 1.00pm One 2 Three - local news and chat with MIke Jones 3.00pm Drive with Keith Rogers 6.00pm That Friday Feeling - pop and club news with Nikki Mills 8.00pm Friday Night Extra with Patrick Sherring 10.00pm Sonny Jay Saturday, July 11 7.00am The Breakfast Show with Antonia Jones 10.00am Feelgood Saturday with Xanthe Bearman 12.00pm Between The Lines - local sports news with Steve Robertson
2.00pm The Angel Hour - chat with Victoria Eisermann 3.00pm Phoenix FM Sport with Chris Hood 6.00pm Turn It Up - the latest dance music tunes with Vixter 8.00pm Phoenix Fridays on Saturdays in association with Papa Johns Brentwood - featuring live sets from local bands 10.00pm From The Underworld - blues and rock with Brian Ager
Cawthorne 4.00pm Sunday Vibes - more relaxed tunes with James Phillips 6.00pm Nightswimming - indie and alternative music with Matt Hines 8.00pm 33rpm - alternative music and album tracks with Chris Siviter 10.00pm Cut The Cord - music through the decades with Chris Sullivan
present day with Adam Dyer 8.00pm A Journey Through The Years In Music with Gary Casserley 10.00pm The Interesting Alternative Show - avantgarde and progressive rock with Steve Davis and Kavus Torabi
with Rob Harvey
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Take your children to one of Essex’s many libraries and get them signed up to the FREE Record Breakers Summer Challenge which begins on Saturday and runs until September 5. This annual event for 4-11 year-olds, is a great way to keep children reading books throughout the lengthy summer break. To fulfil the challenge they need to read six books to earn a Record Breakers certificate and medal. There are scratch ‘n’ sniff stickers and other rewards to collect too. There will also be a treasure hunt linked to a downloadable Record Breakers app, so bring your smart phone or device so you scan special posters and bring them to life. Under-threes
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If you want a glimpse of the real batman, join in a Family Bat Walk which sets off from the Visitor Centre. at Weald Country Park, Weald Road, Brentwood tomorrow evening (Friday July 10).
Over 300 Real Ales, more than 80 Real Ciders, Perries, & Pyders, and a wide selection of International beers, as well as local wines will be on offer at the Chelmsford Summer Beer & Cider Festival taking place until Saturday July 11 at Admiral’s Park, Rainsford Road. There’s live entertainment every evening and for families a special Family Day on Saturday, brimming with entertainment and activities. A truly flavoursome event you won’t want to miss. For more details visit:
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The Karis Angels Choir, Tootsie Rollers and Jessica Ali will be singing at Gable Hall School, Southend Road, Corringham from
midday this Saturday July 11. A great line-up is promised at the Family Variety Performance Day being held to raise money for the Karis May Darling Foundation. Karis died aged just 13, she was talented in sport and the arts – having just been selected to represent her Ju Jitsu Club in an International competition event and been short listed for the live shows for Britains Got Talent. The foundation’s aim is to help underprivileged children achieve their aspirations through performing arts and sport and to also raise awareness of organ donation (Karis’ saved five lives). For more details on the Karis May Darling Foundation and the event visit: www. karismaydarlingfoundation.org.uk.
Cycling around Essex
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ORNWALL has its world-class surf, Cumbria its great postcard perfect villages, such lakes and Yorkshire its magnificent dales, but Essex has as Finchingfield as it runs recently unfortunately been pigeonholed as offering little towards Chelmsford before more than tanning salons, nail bars and nightclubs. taking you down the quieter However, the sight of the roads towards There’s plenty of scenic spots Women’s Tour and Tour De France Epping. to enjoy when cycling around Essex pelotons sweeping majestically For those through the county in front of who want to huge crowds did much to show amble along at the world there is another side to their own pace Essex - especially from a cycling and soak in perspective. beautiful scenery, then Essex is the perfect place It is the home of world class to pedal. riders such as Mark Cavendish, There are mile upon mile of cycle paths and Laura Trott, Alex Dowsett and Ian scenic country lanes winding through a county Stannard and in 2012, Hadleigh, that is remarkably more than 70% rural. You’ll near Southend-on-Sea, provided the pass clapper-board and thatched cottages, stunning backdrop for the Olympic windmills and duck ponds - and all this less than mountain bike course. Not only that, an hour from central London. where Essex borders London, you’ll find the Lee Valley VeloPark, Visit Essex has designed five circular routes for cyclists to enjoy. which boasts the Olympic velodrome and BMX track among other Each one takes in some of the county’s most beautiful countryside, first-class facilities. charming villages and must-see landmarks. You can choose from For all but the most masochistic or dedicated King of the a shorter ride to a challenging, full day in the saddle as you explore Mountains aspirants, Essex is also, almost exclusively flat. the entire route. Although things get “a bit lumpy around Saffron Walden” as 1. Medieval markets, mazes and Morris dancing offers routes Dowsett recently told a journalist. This means that you can ride around Saffron Walden and Thaxted. a large section of the Tour De France, passing through picture2. Designer shopping and country living is routes around Braintree
The Third Stage of last year’s Tour de France rode through Essex
and Great Dunmow. 3. Picture-perfect villages is routes around Coggeshall, Finchingfield and the Hedinghams. 4. Cultural sites and Constable Country takes you round Colchester and Dedham. 5. And Chelmsford treats and riverside retreats is routes around Chelmsford and Maldon. The five maps also give valuable tips on the best places to eat, drink and stay overnight, so you can make a weekend of it. Download each of the circular routes in PDF format from www.visitessex. com/cycle.
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Ford set for return to Le Mans 24 hour race F ORD has announced that it is returning to one of the most prestigious automobile races in the world – the 24 Hours of Le Mans – with its new Ford GT race car, based on the all-new ultra-high-performance supercar that goes on sale next year. The Ford GT race car will compete in the race, referred to by many as the Grand Prix of Endurance and Efficiency starting next year. It will compete in the Le Mans GT Endurance class for professional teams and drivers (LM GTE Pro). The new race car – a further proof point of Ford innovation – is based on the all-new Ford GT supercar unveiled in January. Both the production car and race car will arrive in 2016 to mark the 50th anniversary of Ford GT race cars placing 1-2-3 at the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans. Ford went on to repeat its victory at Le Mans in 1967, 1968 and 1969. “When the GT40 competed at Le Mans in the 1960s, Henry Ford II sought to prove Ford could beat endurance racing’s most legendary manufacturers,” said Bill Ford, executive chairman, Ford Motor Company.
“We are still extremely proud of having won this iconic race four times in a row, and that same spirit that drove the innovation behind the first Ford GT still drives us today.” The new Ford GT race car will run the full 2016 schedules of the FIA World Endurance Championship and TUDOR United SportsCar Championship, making its competition debut in January 2016 in the Rolex 24 At Daytona, Florida. The two Ford teams will be operated by Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates (CGRFS). Both series teams intend to compete with a four-car effort at Le Mans. Drivers will be announced later. The all-new Ford GT serves as the pinnacle product of the new Ford Performance group, a division dedicated to providing innovation through performance. Set to deliver more than 12 new performance vehicles by 2020, Ford Performance will leverage its racing efforts and expertise to speed innovations on dedicated performance models and performance parts in order to more quickly iterate the latest technologies that can ultimately be applied to the full Ford vehicle line-up.
Striking rear design of the new Ford GT
The new Ford GT race car makes its race debut in January 2016 at the Daytona 24 hour race The performance segment is a growing business for Ford, as the company recognises its customers’ desire for vehicles that offer excellent fuel economy, leading technology and a great driving experience. The Ford Performance line-up includes Ford GT, Focus RS, F-150 Raptor, Shelby GT350 and Shelby GT350R, Focus ST and Fiesta ST. The Ford GT race car features a number of innovations Ford believes will not only make it competitive in LM GTE Pro, but ultimately positioned to provide benefits to each vehicle in the Ford line-up.
These include state-ofthe-art aerodynamics to deliver outstanding levels of downforce for improved stability with minimal drag, advanced lightweight composites featuring carbon fibre for an exceptionally rigid but light chassis, and the power and efficiency of EcoBoost technology. “As we developed the Ford GT, from the outset, we wanted to ensure we had a car that has what it takes to return Ford to the world of GT racing,” said
Raj Nair, Ford Motor Company group vice president, Global Product Development and chief technical officer. “We believe the Ford GT’s advances in aerodynamics, light-weighting and EcoBoost power will make for a compelling race car that can once again compete on a global stage.” Joining Ford in this project are Multimatic Motorsports, Roush Yates Engines, Castrol, Michelin, Forza Motorsport, Sparco, Brembo and CGRFS. The race car has undergone
extensive design and testing within Ford and Multimatic, with CGRFS providing input into the development. Roush Yates is supporting development of the 3.5-litre EcoBoost V6 – the most powerful EcoBoost production engine ever. The engine debuted in the TUDOR United SportsCar Championship in 2014. Since then it has captured significant overall wins at the 12 Hours of Sebring and Rolex 24 at Daytona.
Two-millionth Defender to be auctioned CELEBRATING 67 years of iconic Land Rover production, a unique vehicle has been built to commemorate the UK production of the twomillionth Series Land Rover and Defender. With a bespoke design and an all-star cast of special guests helping to complete the momentous build, ‘Defender 2,000,000’ has been created to be a fitting tribute to almost seven decades of Land Rover production in the Solihull plant. In December 2015, collectors and Defender fans will be given the opportunity to own this unique piece of Land Rover’s history when it is auctioned by auction house, Bonhams. Reflecting Defender’s heritage, all proceeds will be donated to Land Rover’s humanitarian and conservation partners – the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Born Free Foundation. The vehicle features a plethora of distinctive finishing touches. A map of Red Wharf Bay – where the design for the original Land Rover was first drawn in the sand – is engraved into the aluminium fender, which contrasts with the exterior Indus Silver satin paint. A unique ‘Number 2,000,000’ badge sits on the rear of the vehicle, which is mirrored on the interior console. The design is finished with Santorini Black
wheels and wheel arches, roof, door hinges, grille and mirror caps. Inside, the leather seats also feature the ‘Red Wharf Bay’ graphic and ‘no 2,000,000’ logos have been stitched on the headrests. A bespoke aluminium plaque, signed by everyone who helped to assemble the vehicle is fitted to the driver’s seat plinth. On the front and rear, S90 HUE registration plates – a reference to the first ever pre-production Land Rover, registration ‘HUE 166’ – complete this one-ofa-kind Land Rover Defender. Production of the original Land Rover began at the famous Lode Lane, Solihull, facility in 1947 ahead of its launch at the Amsterdam Motor Show on 30 April 1948. Iconic, the Land Rover Defender
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BOUT a year ago, PSA, the French group that includes Peugeot and Citroen, announced that its Citroen DS models would become a brand in their own right. Now, therefore, we have, simply, DS. No-one seems able to say what, if anything, DS stands for. It was first seen on the Citroen model DS in the fifties, and an interesting suggestion I heard recently was that the French word for goddess sounds the same as when you say DS as they would in France: day-ess. The DS people simply sum it all up as ‘the spirit of avant-garde’. Anyway, what of the new cars themselves. The range starts with the DS3, then the DS4, and the DS5 at the top. The difference between the Citroen DS5 and the new DS 5 is mainly at the front end. This of course had to be redesigned to remove the Citroen chevron insignia. New colours have been introduced, including the darkest of dark blues – very subtle. A particularly striking feature is the chrome ‘sabres’ that sweep from the windscreen along the bonnet sides. The DS has ‘scrolling’ indicator LEDs that seems to be the current fashion in the more expensive cars. Overall, you could say that the DS is one of the most stylish cars around. It is quite different to anything else on the road and the interior is equally unique, although little different to older Citroen DS5s. Anyone who has got into a DS 5, old or new, immediately remarks on how they might be sitting in an aeroplane. This is because of the array of switchgear in
the ceiling; there are even a pair of overhead lockers to complete the analogy. The new DS range starts at £25,980 for the Elegance version. There’s no doubt that the DS interiors will help to sell these cars. There’s a choice of three leathers, including a most attractive ‘watchstrap’ seat design. The seven-inch touchscreen has allowed the removal of twelve previous control buttons, but it all takes some learning. But is the DS more style than substance? They tell us that a key element is refinement. My only quibble about a Citroen DS 5 hybrid that I tested three years ago was that its diesel engine felt a little less refined than it should have. Now, having sampled three 2.0-litre diesel versions of the new DS, the 150PS, 180PS and the Hybrid, there is some improvement, but the engines were still noticeably diesel. As regards consumption, 46.7 mpg, 47.6 mpg and 37.6 mpg were recorded respectively on the busy test routes. Another claim, that of ‘dynamic hyper comfort’ seats, was always a dangerous one to make and, yes, they were comfortable, but no more than average, a little on the firm side. Poor road surfaces were as much a problem for this car’s suspension as for any other makes. Having said all that, I still ended up really liking the new DS and, given the choice, might even choose a manual version over an automated manual, so nice is the feel of this model. Certainly, for owners who like something different, go no further than the DS section of the nearest Citroen showroom.
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Essex retain Harrow Cup in dominant fashion
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HE prestigious Harrow Cup was retained in dominant fashion at Ipswich Sports Club on Saturday, with victories for Essex Junior Squash in all five age categories. Teams from Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire and Suffolk were all despatched during the
course of a day, which provided some thrilling and entertaining squash action. In the U11’s the Essex team of Yusuf Sheikh, Josh Stephens, Edward Mason, Brooke Smith and Leah Brooke, defeated teams from Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and an Essex second team.
The victorious Essex junior squash team that landed the prestigious Harrow Cup
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None of the five Essex 1 players dropped a single game on their way to maximum points from their 15 matches. Essex’s U13 team of Joel Braddock, Harry Martin, Michael Tallentire, Hattie Callen and Hannah Morley had a similarly impressive set of results against Hertfordshire, Suffolk and Essex 2. A single defeat in the all-Essex clash plus one loss against Suffolk saw the team take 13 victories from their 15 matches. The Essex U15 team faced opposition from Cambridgeshire, Suffolk and Essex 2. A tough and quality group would see Josh Perkins, Isaac Anderson, Kian Howard and Emma Bartley from Suffolk taking on the Essex 2’s of Oliver Green, Jamie Carroll, Josh Stinson, Aliza Sheik and Poppy Smee-Hotene. In the end the Essex team of Charlie Martin, Tim Bacon, Harry Kitchens, Piper Tatum and Amy Aspinall triumphed winning 12 of their 15 fixtures. Their toughest match was the group decider against Suffolk, which the team won 3-2.
In the U17s, a similarly tough group was expected with matches against Hertfordshire, Suffolk, Cambridgeshire and Essex 2. A 3-2 win over Herts was followed by 4-1 wins over Cambs and Suffolk. The all-Essex battle featured some highly competitive squash, particularly the number 1 clash between Joe Blackmur and Haydon Smith which was won by Haydon 2-1. This proved to be Essex 2’s only victory with Essex 1 completing a 4-1 win. In the end Essex won 15 of 20 matches to win the group by 16 points. The U19’s group was confined to three teams with Essex up against teams from Suffolk and Cambridgeshire. The team of Aaron Allpress, Will Southworth and Alice Green proved totally dominate with six wins out of six and a maximum 22 points, wrapping up the group before the final match was played. A wonderful day’s squash was had by all. A massive thank you goes to Emily Ison and Ipswich Sports Club for letting the Harrow Cup 2015 take over their club for the day. Thanks also to the staff at Off the Wall Squash (Karen & Lauren Selby) for organising what was a highly competitive event and to Gabby and Simon from Kentbridge Sports for sponsoring the event, yet again, with Harrow. Report by Lee Horton
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Falcon’s take flight at Battle of Kent Winners all-round at ‘gym shows’
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UNDAY July 5, saw Romford’s Falcon Kickboxing club take six fighters to the Battle of Kent fight event in Chatham, Kent. It is the biggest event of its kind held in the county. The six fighters were selected from those who have shown dedication in training and technical ability to hold their own against pre-matched opponents of the same Emily Grain declared winner experience. The Battle of Kent event which is open to fighters of all ages, both Juniors and Adults, has seen a number of future World champions hone their skills at the competition, in the early stages of their amateur careers including Falcons own two-time World Full Contact Kickboxing Champion Liam Wells. First up for Team Falcon was current IKF English Open champion Lenie Rodgers. Rogers opened the show for Falcon displaying some excellent boxing ability and footwork, and after three high intensity rounds was declared the winner. The always consistent Daniel Burke was next up. Burke showed his usual technical ability and
great work rate easing to a good win. Tyler Sharpe did everyone very proud showing some fantastic kicking ability combined with his boxing. Sharpe was declared the winner after three good rounds for the young fighter. Sophie West was the first of the females up for Falcon and dominated her opponent so much in the first round the fight was stopped and Sophie was declared the winner. Emily Grain, who is normally a big performer for Falcon continued Team Falcons success showing the quality she has over three good rounds in which she was declared victorious Daniel Stephens was the oldest and heaviest representing the club on the day. He was in a heavy hitting three round contest which was evident when the blood covered fighters ended the bout. After a great performance Stephens was declared the winner making it six wins out of six fights for Falcon Kickboxing Club. The next event for the club will be when Falcons Sarah Worsfold fights for the European Full Contact Kickboxing title on September 6, 2015 against Holland’s Shanice Josefina.
TRAINER Dean Smith took his young boxers to a gym show last weekend in Southend. These are friendly bouts between clubs, there are no winners and all competitors recive a trophy. Dean’s own son Oliver Smith, who is the youngest member of Hornchurch Boxing Club stole the show, The talented eight year old is definitely one to watch in the future. For Oliver, Josh, 9, Frankie, 9 and Sonny, 12, this was their first gym show. Arbi Bytyqi, 11 boxed three times and Billy Costa, 11, boxed twice. The next event where all will be boxing is the Hornchurch Inter-Club
Youngsters from Hornchurch Boxing Club Sparring Day taking place on July 19, at the Horchurch Gym, Kilmartin Way, Off Wood Lane, Hornchurch, Essex.
Training for beginners takes place on Mondays at 5.30pm. For more details call: 01708 551620.
Southend United pre-training on Costa THE team and management of Southend United have flown out from London Southend Airport for a five-day, preseason training camp in Spain. The players, plus manager Phil Brown, were happy to pose for pictures with fans before catching the easyJet flight to Malaga on Sunday morning.
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been a major goal since turning pro.” TAGE 1 of the 102nd Tour de France A total of 197 riders from 22 teams are saw Maldon’s Alex Dowsett made participating in the three-week event which his debut for the Movistar team. The started on Saturday and 26-year-old Briton was comprises 21 stages over a selected by his Movistar team distance of 3,360 kilometres. primarily to support leader This year riders will have Nairo Quintana. to overcome nine flat stages, Dowsett said: “I’ve worked three hill stages, seven for a fair few team leaders mountain stages with five now, the ones that don’t altitude finishes and two appreciate it. You do your job, time-trial stages. but you don’t do a pedal stroke Another rider from Essex more, you give them 90%, you taking part in the Tour, is Ian do as much or what’s needed. Stannard from Chelmsford “There are guys who riding for Team Sky. appreciate it and guys you On completing Stage 2, want to see win, like Nairo. team mate Chris Froome You give everything, you put praised Stannard who was yourself on the line everyday Alex Dowsett is riding for “born to” race in the difficult for him because he does the Movistar Team in the Tour conditions that saw Swiss appreciate it. It’s a simple, rider Fabian Cancellera take the race leader’s ‘Thank you,’ but there’s many team leaders yellow jersey. “I’m glad it happened the way who seem not to realise that goes a long way. it happened and I had all the support from my Nairo’s not one of them.” team-mates when it mattered,” Froome said. Dowsett also commented about being part of the Tour: “If someone told me back when I was For more details on the progress of 13 that I would be starting the Tour de France, all the Tour Stages visit: www.letour.com. I think I would have laughed at them. It has
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HELMSFORD had a weekend with two fine wins for the first team as the highlights. They measured up against Brentwood in both the league and T20 and emerged victorious both times. Karamat Ali with five wickets and Jack Sterland with a mature unbeaten 70 led the way on Saturday. A hard hitting unbeaten 55 from James Clifford provided the heroics on Sunday. The only disappointment on the pitch came from the second team. A poor display all round cost them dear at Wanstead. Despite a few late wickets they went down to a three wicket defeat against one of their title rivals. A superb innings from David Thrift rescued the third team from peril and ultimately led to a comfortable win. Thrift’s brilliant 120 was well
supported by Sean Sullivan (33) and Stephen Drain (29) as Chelmsford posted 227. Neal Abhyankar was the chief wicket-taker with six for 47 as Hutton were bowled out for 150. Half centuries from Phil Arnold and Ben Dethridge helped the fourth team win at Southend. Tom Arnold (3-35) bowled another useful spell to help restrict the home team to 195 for seven with Grant (58) and Elliott (51*) the top scorers. Phil Arnold (64) gave Chelmsford a good start and Dethridge (51*) completed the job. The fifth team also achieved a fairly straightforward win although they had to suffer playing on a very poor wicket. Chingford struggled to 141 thanks to late order resistance from Harborne (39) but batted for almost 60 overs. Luke Smith (3-11) was Chelmsford’s
star turn with the ball. Adi Vohra (69) helped to make short work of that target. Bob Shortman was the hero as the sixth team beat Leigh on Sea by one wicket in the day’s most exciting game. He came in on the back of a hat-trick from Ken Sandeman and saw off the possibility of four in a row before finding the boundary. Ian Taylor (51) and Jack Karmy (45) had made important contributions in pursuit of Leigh’s 177. Bell (54) had top scored for the visitors whilst Peter Banfield (4-33) had impressed with the ball. The Sunday second team game and under-16 Matchplay both fell victim to dreadful weather in the morning. The four o’clock start for the T20 proved ideal and James Clifford in particular made it ideal viewing for Chelmsford supporters.
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London finale for first all-electric racing series
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ATTERSEA Park hosted the final rounds of the first ever Formula E Championship for all-electric racing cars. British driver Sam Bird won the last ePrix of the season, whilst the all-electric series’ inaugural titles were won by racing driver Nelson Piquet and the e.dams-Renault team. An incredible start to the season has seen six different victors in the first six races, with Lucas di Grassi (Audi Sport Abt) winning the inaugural race in Beijing. Later on, Sébastien Buemi (e.dams-Renault) became the first to win a second race, a feat subsequently matched by Nelson Piquet (Nextev TCR).
For the first time in Formula E, two races were held on the same weekend. After Saturday’s race had seen e.dams-Renault team, led by Alain Prost, cap a fine season by becoming the category’s first ever winner of the Teams’ Title, Sunday’s contest would determine the outcome of the first ever Drivers’ Championship. Piquet started the second and final London race as championship leader, trailed by Sébastien Buemi and Lucas di Grassi. Stéphane Sarrazin (Venturi) took pole position after the final qualifying session of the season was disrupted by rain. Sébastien Buemi started sixth
The e.dams team celebrate becoming the first ever Formula E Championship winners
on the grid, ahead of his title rivals Lucas di Grassi and Nelson Piquet, who were eleventh and sixteenth respectively. Stéphane Sarrazin crossed the finish line first, but he was handed a time penalty for exceeding his energy allowance, meaning that the race win went to Sam Bird. Most attention was however focused on the three title contenders. Running fifth when the drivers came in for their mandatory mid-race pit stops to change cars, Sébastien Buemi looked on course to secure the title, but a spin on his out lap cost him a place. Despite making a number of attempts to regain his position right until the final lap, the Swiss driver was unable to find a way past Bruno Senna, which handed the title to Nelson Piquet who finished seventh to win the championship by a single point. Technical partner of the all-electric series, Renault Sport Technologies saw the 40 SparkRenault SRT01_E all-electric racing cars conclude their campaign in London’s Battersea Park. Renault has done its job to perfection this season, demonstrating time and again its expertise in ensuring all 10 teams benefitted from an equal chance of winning in reliable, safe and fast single-seaters. It has also supported the stewards in getting to grips with the unprecedented procedures related to this new technology. Patrice Ratti, Managing Director of Renault Sport Technologies, said: “Congratulations to Nelson Piquet on claiming the drivers’ title which means he joins e.dams-Renault as the series’ first winners.
“This season has been a very successful one for three reasons. First of all, from a technical point of view, with Spark, we have managed to achieve an unprecedented level of performance and reliability for this technology. And secondly, from a sporting point of view, with the teams’ title win for e.dams Renault, brilliantly led by Alain Prost and JeanPaul Driot. ‘‘Sébastien has missed out on the drivers’ title by a point but both he and Nicolas can be proud of the superb season that they have had and which has enabled us to win the teams’ title.’’
FORMULA E CHAMPIONSHIP FINAL RACE RESULT 1. Sam Bird (Virgin Racing) 2. Jérôme d’Ambrosio (Dragon Racing) 3. Loïc Duval (Dragon Racing) 4. Bruno Senna (Mahindra Racing) 5. Sébastien Buemi (e.dams-Renault) 6. Lucas di Grassi (Audi Sport Abt) 7. Nelson Piquet (Nextev TCR) 8. Salvador Duran (Amlin Aguri) 9. Oliver Turvey (Nextev TCR) 10. Nicolas Prost (e.dams-Renault) CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS - DRIVERS 1. Nelson Piquet, 144 points 2. Sébastien Buemi, 143 3. Lucas di Grassi, 133 4. Jérôme d’Ambrosio, 113 5. Sam Bird, 103 CHAMPIONSHIP STANDINGS - TEAMS 1. e.dams-Renault, 232 points 2. Dragon Racing, 171 3. Audi Sport Abt, 165 4. Nextev TCR, 152 5. Virgin Racing, 133
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COST PRICE OR LE SS ON M ANY ITEMS
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RL58GPEMIH
T21S36W1
HW60-1203D**
• Frost Free Fridge Freezer • A++ Energy Rating • 5 Year Warranty • Water Dispenser
• 1 High Speed / 2 Standard / 1 Economy Burner • 2 Piece Black Cast Iron Pan Supports
• A+ Energy Efficiency • 6KG Capacity • Quick Wash Function
WAS £599.99
NOW £480.99
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WAS £129.99
NOW £103.99
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WAS £229.99 *
NOW £183.99
BRENTWOOD 50-52 High Street Essex CM14 4AN Telephone: 01277 233373
**Pictures are for illustrative purposes only. All prices shown the extra 20% off. We will beat any locally advertised price by 10% of the difference if you can find it boxed and in stock within 7 days of purchase at another electrical retailer within 15 miles of our store. Must be a like for like basis excluding mail order/internet/supermarket/clearance/display items. Please note, not all products are available at all our stores. Please contact your local store for information. All prices correct at time of going to print. Some of these products are ex-display models.