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Getting ‘intu’ reading Shopping centre sponsors literacy scheme for Essex schools
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EADING and writing are valued as the cornerstones of education and to help school pupils across the county, shopping centre intu Lakeside is giving support to 53 schools in Essex with membership of the National Literacy Trust. Making it a fantastic start to the new school year, intu Lakeside’s sponsorship means that schools throughout Essex will have access to a range of online resources to help plan and evaluate classes, plus examples of best practice from other schools.
The trust’s network supports schools to develop outstanding literacy provision by providing literacy leaders with tools, resources and inspiration. Each term the National Literacy Trust will provide schools with resources for particular themes, for example, boys’ and girls’ fiction and supporting struggling readers and writers, to improve children’s literacy. The National Literacy Trust’s Head of Partnerships, Lisa Rootes said: “Our Network helps literacy leaders to improve the quality of their teaching
by sharing ideas and keeping them up to date on the latest research and policy developments.” This activity comes as part of intu Lakeside’s on-going partnership with the National Literacy Trust and the centre’s commitment to helping raise literacy standards in the local area. They are determined to inspire children and their parents to pick up a book and get reading. Donna Callandar, Marketing Manager at intu Lakeside, said: “Reading and writing can bring so much joy as well as build minds
and inspire our children. Earlier in the summer we delivered books to a number of local hospitals and the Launch of books were so popular that we wanted the litter to bring the joy of literacy to children campaign throughout the county.” In 2014 intu Lakeside won the intu Properties Chairman’s Annual CR Prize for their work with the National Literacy Trust. The latest edition of the comprehensive Literacy Guide for Schools, which has recently been published, is available on the Network now.
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Getting to the heart of the matter in brief
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IR David Attenborough, Sir Trevor McDonald, actor Stephen Fry and former England footballer Ian Wright - are all supporters of Know Your Numbers! Week (September 14-20), Blood Pressure UK’s flagship awareness campaign which encourages adults across the UK to know their blood pressure numbers and take the necessary action to reach and maintain a healthy blood pressure. One in three adults in the UK - 16 million - has high blood pressure. It is estimated that nearly a half (8 million) don’t know they have the condition. The only way to find out is to have a blood pressure check. Commenting about the campaign, Ian Wright said: “It is vital that we all become much more aware of the need to have regular blood pressure check-ups and make relatively simple changes to our lives. For example, if we limit our salt intake, eat more fruit and vegetables and become more active we will reduce our risks of having a heart attack or stroke.” Know your Numbers! Week is the nation’s largest
annual blood pressure testing and awareness event. Since 2001 it has taken place each year during the second week of September and provides free checks for around 250,000 adults across the UK. It involves hundreds of nationwide organisations signing up to provide free blood pressure tests and information at venues known as Pressure Stations. Pressure Stations are located throughout the community including pharmacies, workplaces, GP surgeries, hospitals, health clubs, leisure centres, shopping centres and supermarkets. Katharine Jenner, Chief Executive of Blood Pressure UK, added: “With so much happening in our lives it is often difficult to find the time to prioritise our health, but a quick, free check of your blood pressure could be all it takes to prevent more serious issues developing later on in life. “We are grateful to everyone who supports this campaign and want this year to be the busiest yet, so are urging everyone to stop by your local pharmacy, local Pressure Station, GPs surgery or by using a home blood pressure monitor.” Know your Numbers! Week 2015 takes place September 14-20. Visit: www.bloodpressureuk.org.
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E have 10 pairs of tickets to giveaway for the pawsitively fantastic All About Dogs show taking place at Hylands Park from September 26-27. The event organised by Aztec Events promises a jam-packed weekend providing just about anything a dog-lover could wish for. Situated in the grounds of the stunning Grade II-listed property in Chelmsford, Essex, there will be entertaining demonstrations by Conquest K9 and Kidgility as well as plenty of ‘have a go’ games and competitions to give your four-legged friends their own special day out. The show’s extensive line-up of trade stands will sell a whole range of dog products from beautiful collars and comfortable beds to new coats and specialist dog foods. It also features stacks
of expert grooming and behavioural advice from top canine professionals. To be in with a chance of winning one of 10 pairs of tickets simply answer the following question: What was the dog called in Doctor Who? Send your answer to competitions@madeinessex.net. Closing date Friday September 18, 2015.
n BRENTWOOD BREWING CO. Brentwood Brewing Company’s Marvellous Maple Mild, a delicate dark brown mild with a hint of maple syrup was a finalist in this year’s CAMRA Champion Beer of Britain award announced at The Great British Beer Festival in Olympia last month. To get into the final, Marvellous Maple Mild was voted Champion Mild of East Anglia 2015 by CAMRA judges earlier in the year. n HYDE PARK WINTER WONDERLAND Tickets are now on sale for Hyde Park’s six exciting weeks of winter festivities with FREE admission returning November 20, prices for activities such as ice skating, Zippos Circus and the Magical Ice Kingdom vary. Online booking www.hydeparkwinterwonderland.com. n SOUTHEND TOP SEASIDE TOWN Southend-on-Sea has been voted one of 25 UK seaside towns ‘you’ll like to be beside’ by Holiday Lettings and TripAdvisor.
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COMPETITION
Win Big Top tickets for CITYdiversions Festival
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HIS September, CITYdiversions Festival of arts and entertainment returns to Chelmsford produced by the Cultural Events Team at Chelmsford City Council. Enjoy free outdoor spectacles on Saturday September 19 in Chelmsford City Centre and on Sunday 20, in South Woodham Ferrers. For the first time ever, the festival is presenting Big Top Shows in Central Park, Chelmsford, from Thursday 24-26 .
CITYdiversions: Big Top Shows The 3foot People PARTY
2015 is the 10th birthday of The 3foot People Festival, the incredible festival for pre-school children. To celebrate, CITYdiversions invites you to The 3foot People PARTY from September 24-26 in a Big Top in Central Park, Chelmsford. Featuring live shows from Glastonbabies, ‘make and do’ activities, facepainting and more, there’s plenty of opportunity to relive wonderful Festival memories or maybe experience a small taste of it for the first time. The Fling Family Cabaret On Friday September 25-26, the Festival presents The Fling Family Cabaret. Taking one of the most popular venues
from The Fling Festival, the Big Top in Central Park Granny Turismo make a welcome will feature return to CITY diversions a succession of tantalizing variety acts need to do to win is answer the following and live music to delight the audience question: each evening, hosted by the awardIn which Chelmsford Park is winning Dusty Limits (2015 Cabaret Citydiversions Big Top Shows taking Award for Best Host). place? a) Central Park b) Hylands Park Be in with a chance of c) Admirals Park winning some by entering Email your answer with full contact our Made in Essex details to competitions@madeinessex. competition! net by Monday September 14, 2015. For We are giving away a family ticket to further details visit www.chelmsford. The 3foot People PARTY (2 adults and 2 children (under-5) and a pair of tickets for gov.uk/citydiversions or call 01245 606505. Find CITYdiversions Festival on The Fling Family Cabaret (over 11 yearFacebook for the latest information. olds, terms & conditions apply). All you
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BUDDING young artist from Shenfield is helping his local hospice by selling his drawings online. Max Kensit, 10, initially sold some of his drawings at Saint Edward’s Primary School in Romford where he was a pupil last year. Now a pupil at St Mary’s School after his family moved from Romford to Shenfield, his mother Michelle explained why he wanted to raise money for Saint Francis Hospice: “My mum Joan Sharrock was so relieved to be at the hospice. She had been in Queen’s Hospital for the previous two weeks and then was able to spend her final week in the Inpatient Unit at the hospice. Max and our other son, 12-year old Alex, were able to visit their nan at the hospice and saw how the hospice care for her.” Last year, Max who loves drawing cars and buildings raised £52 for the hospice by selling prints of a drawing he did of a Jaguar E-Type car to friends and neighbours. In total, Max has now raised £93 for the
hospice after puting some of his pictures for sale online via a website. You can see Max’s drawings by visiting: sites.google.com/site/ mkdrawsforstfrancishospicecouk.
ART & CULTURE
Get your art in the frame for Gallery CHELMSFORD City Council is looking for pieces of artwork or photography that are bright, colourful, vibrant and fun, to help create the Community Gallery which is to be located in the South Woodham Ferrers Customer Service Centre. If you’re a budding artist or keen photographer why not submit your work for display? The project, sponsored by Frames First, is open to everyone to enter and asks that entries are either
inspired by or relate to South Woodham Ferrers. Send entries to SWF Customer Service Centre, 9 Chandlers Way, South Woodham Ferrers, CM3 5TB or to Community Engagement, Chelmsford City Council, Civic Centre, Duke Street, Chelmsford CM1 1JE. Entries must be received by Friday October 16. Contact details should be included on the back of the entry. For more details: chelmsford. gov.uk/communitygallery.
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NEWS ESSEX LIBRARIES
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Brentwood bookshop celebrates grant
TEENAGE readers are being offered the chance to help celebrate the 150th anniversary of Alice in Wonderland. Volunteers aged between 12-18 years have just a few days left to register to help create ‘Down the Rabbit Hole’ celebrations at libraries across Essex during October and November. Libraries are looking for energetic volunteers to help create an Alice in Wonderland themed art trail and work with an artist at a special workshop on Saturday, September 19, 2015. Volunteers will have the option of helping at workshops across the county. Venues include libraries in Basildon, Billericay, Braintree, Brentwood, Canvey, Chelmsford, Loughton, Pitsea and Rayleigh to name but a few. If you’re interested in applying full details and an application form can be found on the volunteering section on www. essex.gov.uk/libraries.
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UR favourite bookshop Chicken & Frog in Ongar Road, Brentwood has reason to celebrate. The independent bookshop has had a grant approved from world renowned author James Patterson which will go towards the final plans for the Brentwood Children’s Literary Festival launching next June which Chicken & Frog owners Jim and Natasha Radford have created. It is hoped the festival will run as an annual event. James Patterson announced 69 The Chicken & Frog Bookshop offers a treasure chest of titles for successful independent bookshops children , inset, the bookshop’s across the UK and Ireland would proud owners Jim and Natasha be allocated a share of £110,000 in grants following his pledge in April plenty of families can come along and enjoy the event.” 2015 to donate £250,000 over the next year. The Brentwood Children’s Literary Festival will take Any independent bookshop with a dedicated children’s place for a week from July 22 -30, at various venues in book section was eligible for a grant of between £250 and and around Brentwood including Larchwood Primary £5,000. Patterson is committed to bringing attention to the School, Shenfield High School, Brentwood Library and important contributions of independent bookshops and he the bookshop. is especially concerned with inspiring children to become Tickets will be available online via Brentwood Theatre, lifelong readers. from December 2015. A host of authors and illustrators On news of receiving the grant Natasha said: “We are have already been confirmed to attend. absolutely delighted, it means that we can guarantee the For more details visit: chickenandfrog.com. ticket cost for the festival stays as affordable as possible so
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in brief n NEW OUTDOOR BRAND OUTLET The North Face, the world’s leading outdoor brand is unveiling a new outlet location in Freeport Braintree which will open on September 25, 2015. The new store will offer a wide range of products from Trail Running to Mountaineering and from Hiking to a special kid’s collection. To find out more: thenorthface.eu. n SECONDARY SCHOOL PLACES With the children now back at school, parents can now apply for secondary school places for their children due to start (Year 7) in September 2016. Applications can be made at www. essex.gov.uk/admissions and must be submitted by October 31, 2015. Parents are urged to make use of all six preferences available. n INDUSTRIAL HERITAGE FAIR The first Essex Industrial Heritage Fair takes place at Braintree District Museum on Saturday October 10, 10am-4pm. More details: braintreemuseum.co.uk.
ACTIVE ESSEX
Get the country sailing
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HE award-winning Volvo Sailing Academies are coming to Essex this weekend - Saturday September 12, offering people of all ages the chance to get out on the water and try sailing, windsurfing or standup paddle boarding with members of the British Sailing Team for FREE at Fishers Green Sailing Club in Waltham Abbey. The campaign to get the country sailing is making its final stop in Essex after travelling around the country throughout the summer. This is the final opportunity to get into the water with Volvo this year. With Team Volvo members of the British Sailing Team attending the event including; Double Olympic Medallist Nick Dempsey, Olympic bronze medallist Bryony Shaw, current Laser World champion Nick Thompson and fellow laser sailors; Martin Evans, Alex Mills Barton and Jack Wetherell, Volvo hope to inspire a new generation of sailors giving people the chance to meet and get on the
water with Britain’s sailing and windsurfing legends. The free one-day event is open to complete beginners of any age who are welcome to take part in a variety of taster sessions. For those who don’t fancy getting their feet wet, there will be a number of family friendly shore-based activities, including a boat-building competition, an RS Sailing simulator, Volvo test drives a complimentary BBQ lunch and much more. “Seeing someone set off on a boat, grinning from ear to ear, sailing for the first time and knowing that it won’t be their last, is one of
the most rewarding experiences,” says Nick Thompson, 2015 Laser World Championship Gold Medallist who attended the Sailing Academy at Bewl Valley Sailing Club in Kent and will be at Fishers Green on Saturday.
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NEWS MUSIC
‘Affirmation’ - a tribute to Savage Garden The UK’s first tribute act to the Oz pop duo set to thrill Essex
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F you were a fan of Australian smash hit selling and record breaking pop duo Savage Garden, you should still be familiar with chart topping tunes such as ‘Truly Madly Deeply’ and ‘I Knew I Loved You’. Sadly the musical duo disbanded in 2001 with lead singer Darren Hayes going solo. But, now you can enjoy some of the bands most popular hits once again, as the UK’s first Savage Garden Tribute Band has formed and have already played to thousands of excitable fans. Affirmation are currently preparing to bring a full 90-minute concert ‘the ultimate SG experience’ to the Civic Hall, Grays in November. We caught up with lead vocalist Lee Knell and guitarist Daniel Hardy Wallace to speak about their amazing experiences so far... Q. You only formed as Affirmation earlier this year. Has it met your expectations so far? Lee: “I never knew what to expect but I had a confident feeling about it all. The secret is having people dedicated to the cause and having the right team behind you. We have been lucky to have played at some big events this year already. It’s very exciting and I feel the best is yet to come.” Daniel: “When we formed for the first time I did not know what to expect, I ride with wherever the wind takes me, and I believe the same is true for the band.” Q. Were you Savage Garden fans before the band formed? Lee: “Very much so. I had grown up on their music and it had helped me through some dark times. I have been in a Savage Garden tribute before around 15 years ago. It was nothing like it is now but it does help me see how far I’ve progressed as an artist. In a strange but beautiful way, I think their music has helped me develop as a person.” Daniel: “No! Actually I hardly knew who Savage Garden were before I joined the band. I did know some of their songs but knew nothing about the band itself. But of course I am a Savage Garden fan now! I now have a deep appreciation for their music in terms of song-writing, structure, variety, and emotional expressions.” Q. What are your favourite songs to perform? Lee: ‘Crash & Burn’ is a beautiful song to perform. It has such a nice feeling musically and lyrically. ‘The Animal Song’ and ‘Affirmation’ also have such high energy and are great tracks to entertain with. Daniel: “I like performing all of Savage Gardens songs for different reasons. I always look forward to performing a guitar solo to ‘To the Moon and Back’. Q. What are the highlights of being the only recognised tribute towards Savage Garden? Lee: “I guess the obvious things like getting to perform their songs to people who appreciate them. Working with really talented individuals who have become great friends as well as band mates. And pushing my abilities by practising really hard and being creative.” Daniel: “The highlight for me is the whole Affirmation experience, which included my first photoshoot, my first time performing in front of large crowds on a filmed stage, first time
performing in shopping centres including Lakeside and Romford - which was a very cool experience! Playing at an air show in Upminster was a very relaxing encounter, and of course performing with the band in my home town was special. Performing with three very talented vocalists and making new friends and fans.... I feel really humbled!” Q. You have a huge concert looming in November at the Civic Hall, Grays, Essex. What can we expect? Lee: “I think it will live up to the expectation of any true Savage Garden fan, and this is exactly why we are doing it. All of the hits will be included and even songs people wouldn’t expect. It’s guaranteed to be an action packed night! Daniel: “I can’t give too much away, but you can expect a variety performance, we will be supported by amazing dance groups and we will be throwing in remixes, electric sets and acoustic sets. It will be like a modern Savage Garden concert!” ‘Truly Madly Completely – The Official Affirmation Concert’ will take place at the Civic Hall, Blackshots Leisure Centre, Grays, Essex on Sunday November 1, 2015. For more details check out the band’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/savagetribute, call 07970 818222. Or, why not visit the new Made in Essex What’s On page on our website www.madeinessex.net/whats_on/list.
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The sound of Kate Bush
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ITH a remarkable resemblance to Kate Bush in vocal style and appearance, extraordinary singer and performer Maaike Breijman brings the music of Kate Bush to life. Dreaming of Kate comes to the Civic Theatre, Chelmsford this month, featuring a fantastic live band and star of the show Maaike, who
efforlessly performs songs spanning the whole of Kate Bush’s career. Kate’s albums remain popular to this day and Dreaming of Kate is a rare opportunity for fans of her music to see her songs brought to life in a show with the attention to detail her music so deserves. Enjoy this live spectacle on Saturday, September 19, 2015, 7:45pm. Tickets from £17. To book 01245 606505 or www. dreamingofkate.com.
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AKERS across the country will be coming together in the next couple of weeks to celebrate Craft Bakers’ Week (September 28-October 3, 2015). Now in its seventh year, the national campaign organised by the Craft Bakers’ Association and Scottish Bakers, aims to raise awareness of craft bakers and bakeries which have been an institution on the British High Street for centuries and are just as popular today as they ever were. Businesses are often passed down through the family – along with baking knowhow, regional specialities and even secret recipes. The first recorded chain of bakery shops was set up by Christopher Potter in 1783! This national celebration will showcase the skills bakers use every day, to make a host of
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foods including breads, cakes, pies and more. During Craft Bakers’ Week participating bakers will be holding a variety of events including tastings, promotions and workshops for local schools and groups as well as fundraising for Make-A-Wish ® UK, the charity that grants magical wishes to children and young people fighting lifethreatening conditions. Bakers in Essex taking part in Craft Bakers’ Week include: The Crusty Loaf, Maldon, Barretts Perfect Buns, Tollesbury, Blackberry Bakery, Colchester,The Cake Kitchen, Frinton and De’Aths Bakery, Manningtree . Celebrate your local bakery this Craft Bakers’ Week in a new competition to find the Most Loved Bakeries across the country. Visit the website www. craftbakersweek.co.uk and say why you think your local bakery is so special.
Hadleigh Park is looking for volunteers interested in helping to protect the local countryside and improve habitats for wildlife at the Park. They holding a series of volunteer days running until November 18, so if you enjoy rolling up your sleeves and getting out in the great outdoors, this could be for you. There is no need to book a place in advance, simply turn up outside the Hub cafe for 10.30am. The open days finish at 3.30pm. For further details, dates and times, visit hadleigh-park.co.uk/ hadleigh-park-volunteer-opportunities.
n ANIMAL AID A fantastic, free local festival - Animal Aid - takes place at Brentwood Cricket Ground this Sunday September 13. Held in aid of supporting and creating greater awareness of animal rescue centres in the Essex-region. There will be a huge range of entertainment, craft stalls, food outlets, children’s entertainment and pet-based competitions, running all day from 10am until 7pm.
If you’re looking for wholesome, homemade and nutritious food in a quaint setting, Joseph’s Kitchen Cafe is a great little place.
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REVIOUSLY the Billericay Cook Shop, located just off the High Street in its own courtyard setting, it’s the perfect spot to sit, relax and enjoy some fantastic food. Inside there’s a sense of cosy farmhouse feel with rustic-looking wooden tables and chairs dotted around a contemporary setting. Whether you’re wanting breakfast, lunch, snacks, or something to takeaway - everything is catered for. There’s healthy breakfast options such as Poached Clarence Court Eggs and Lane Farm Chorizo on Wilted Kale and glorious fruit filled shot glasses to top your porridge, yogurt or Cinnamon French Toast. For lunch tuck into a decadent Italian Antipasti board or how about The Farmhouse Board Patè, Clarence Court Blue Scotch Egg, Lane Farm Sausage Roll, Mini Quiche, Fresh Bloomer Bread, Pickles and Salad. There’s quiches and tasty salads too including a Superfood Green Salad - for the health conscious. And, there’s plenty of vegan options. If you’ve a sweet tooth there’s some indulgent cakes that must be tried.
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T IS estimated that 1 in 25 children is affected by a genetic disorder and 30,000 babies and children are newly diagnosed in the UK each year. Some genetic disorders are apparent at birth while others are diagnosed at different stages throughout childhood and sometimes into adulthood. Jeans for Genes Day has been raising funds to help children affected by some of the most serious and life-threatening genetic disorders. Over the last 20 years, a sea of denim has crept across the UK as the British public have taken up the Jeans for Genes Day banner and helped raise over £40million.
Olivia’s story:
Four-year-old Olivia Winter from Billericay, Essex is helping to raise awareness with the UK children’s charity Genetic Disorders UK. Olivia has Diamond Blackfan anaemia, an extremely rare genetic disorder. She has blood transfusions every four weeks and despite suffering liver damage from the iron content in transfusions, she is able to live a full and active life. She is on the bone marrow transplant list, waiting for a perfect 10/10 match, which the family hopes
will be in the next year. When she was born, weighing 6lb 9oz, she seemed well. When she didn’t have the energy to breastfeed the nurses fitted Olivia with a temporary nasal gastric tube. The midwives recommended first-time mum Sarah switch to bottle feeding, after multiple attempts at breastfeeding. Olivia was discharged from hospital as her bottle feeding improved. Once home, a few days later, she was still not feeding and seemed very sleepy. As the days went on she became very pale in colour. Mum Sarah, 39, explains: “Being our first, we just thought she was very petite. Everyone kept saying she looked like a little porcelain doll as her skin was so pale. Olivia slept all the time and she didn’t suck well on the bottle. From birth she was a terribly poor feeder. She would take 2oz of milk and I’d be up for hours at night trying to give her that small amount. Then she would refuse the next feed.” It was at her six-week checkup that Sarah’s GP spotted how pale Olivia was and also picked up a heart murmur. Olivia was referred to a paediatric heart consultant and admitted to Queen’s Hospital in Romford,
where they ran extensive tests. Her red blood cell count came back as 3.2 – the normal level is 18 or above. Doctors ruled out parvovirus, which can cause anaemia in newborns. Olivia then had her first blood transfusion, followed by a further three or four transfusions over the next fortnight. She was transferred to Great Ormond Street Hospital for a bone marrow biopsy. Sarah continues: ‘We were so lucky Queen’s Hospital knew the signs as even though the condition is so rare they had already had three other cases, so they recognised it in Olivia. “We got the results back the following day after the biopsy and that more or less confirmed Diamond Blackfan anaemia (DBA). Genetic testing officially confirmed the diagnosis in 2013
at St Mary’s Hospital in Paddington, when Olivia was seven weeks old. Going through that whole process was an absolute living hell.” DBA is a rare blood condition where the bone marrow fails to produce red blood cells. These red blood cells are necessary for life since they carry oxygen around the body. Patients are usually diagnosed before the age of 12 months and require treatment to compensate for their lack of red blood cell production. It is so rare that fewer than 2000 people worldwide are known to have it, including 125 in the UK. Olivia’s condition is not inherited: it happened spontaneously. “When you read up about the condition it is very scary. We hear about people suffering from
anaemia but this is not a condition that can be cured by any iron tablets. It is a life-long serious condition.” At 18 months old Olivia took part in a steroid trial but that failed. At the age of two she started a medication called exjade (chelator) to remove the fatal iron within her organs as a result of the blood transfusions – she takes it daily mixed into ice cream as it tastes foul. Before starting on exjade, the levels of dry iron in her liver were 16.3, the highest level the consultant had ever seen in a child of her age. After taking the medication her levels dropped to 3.6, significantly reducing her risk of organ damage/failure. Dad Martin, 45, a property developer, says: “With transfusions you get a build up of iron and that to a certain extent can be fatal as it can lead to organ failure and so many complications. Her iron levels are recorded by a liver biopsy, which she has each year. Exjade passes the iron out of the body, counteracting the negative side effects, and for Olivia it has been working well.” However, last August, when Olivia turned four, a bone marrow biopsy and MRI scan revealed she had the start of stage three liver cirrhosis. The damage is caused by repeated transfusions, despite taking exjade. Sarah explains: “The consultant advised us that Olivia is a good candidate for a bone marrow transplant but
we need to find an exact match. The first place to look for a donor is a sibling or relative. As Olivia is our one and only child we have to find a match. Through the register a 9/10 match has been found but we will hold out until we get a 10/10 match. The plan is for the transplant to go ahead in the next year. Olivia makes up for her small size and is full of personality, charm and cheek. She will give everything a go. She likes swimming, is Frozen mad and she does an afterschool gymnastics club, which helps with her coordination. Olivia also loves singing and dancing, and has tried horse riding. Nothing stops her or holds her back; she is full of character. Sarah says: “We are immensely proud of Olivia and how she copes with the endless hospital visits, transfusions, biopsies and monitoring; she’s more courageous than we will ever be.” The charity DBA UK will receive a grant from Jeans for Genes to fund its family and adult weekend. The conference will be held at a PGL activity centre, so patients and families can meet each other and share experiences. Leading clinicians will also be there for patients to attend group and one-to-one sessions. Martin says: “DBA UK gave us amazing support when Olivia was first diagnosed and continues to do so. It’s also really important for people to donate blood. Without blood donors Olivia wouldn’t be here. Please give blood and register on the bone marrow registry.” www.jeansforgenesday.org
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The Algarve, more than just sun, sea and sand
Explore the Algarve and you’ll find a region full of history and culture
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ITH 300 days of sunshine and 85 blue flag beaches it’s easy to see why people can think the Algarve is all about sun, sea and sand. Look a little further though and visitors find the Portuguese region has a rich and colourful history that is just waiting to be explored. The various architectures and cultures of the civilisations that have inhabited the land, including Romans, Celts, Arabs, European tribes, Christians and Phoenicians have woven a colourful landscape of villages, fortresses, cities, marinas and so much more. At the most south-westerly point of Portugal, and in fact mainland Europe, is Cape St. Vincent, an area steeped in mythological and spiritual history. Considered to be sacred even in Neolithic times, the coastal point has been given various holy and honourable names by the civilisations that have left their mark on the region. Now the cliff top is home to one of Europe’s most powerful lighthouses, which guides boats and ships through what is one of the World’s busiest shipping lanes. East from Cape St. Vincent, along Portugal’s south
coast is Sagres Fortress, also known as Fortaleza de Sagres. Originally built in the 15th century, the fort is reputed as being the home of Prince Henry the navigator’s famous School of navigation. Having been partly destroyed by Sir Francis Drake in 1587, the fort was rebuilt in the late 1700’s and houses a 16thcentury monastery and 14th century chapel that is said to be located on the site of São Vincente’s grave. Not only do visitors get a real sense of the Algarve’s sea-faring history here but the fort also offers some
spectacular panoramic views across the ocean. The historic coastal town of Lagos has reportedly been inhabited since 2,000 BC and was one of the main departure points for vessels on exploratory voyages in the 15th and 16th century.
Beyond the 14th century walls visitors will find the beautiful church of Santo António, which is ornately decorated with baroque, gilded woodwork and white and blue Azulejo panels. The Ponta da Bandeira Fort houses an exhibition of Portuguese artefacts and discoveries and is a must-visit attraction for history buffs! In 1444 Lagos’ slave market was built, this was Europe’s first slave market and saw the start of the African slave trade. Visitors to the town can take a step back in time visiting the historic market. Once sightseers have toured the city’s historic buildings, they can visit the museum and find out even more about the history behind them and the civilisations that have created the wonderful Lagos we know now. Further east along the coast from Lagos is the beautiful fishing village of Alvor, which is situated on the mouth of a river and has a long history. Exploring the cobbled streets, visitors will find the ruins of Alvor Castle, the origins of which are believed to date back as far as the 6th century. Explorers will also come across the Igreja Matriz, a beautiful church that has been described a s great example of ‘Manueline style’,
a reference to the design preferences of 16th Century King Manuel of Portugal. Inland is Fóia peak which, at 902metres, is the highest point in the Algarve and provides some of the most stunning panoramic views the Algarve has to offer. 8km west of Fóia peak, through the rolling hills of pine and eucalyptus trees, is the beautiful village of Monchique where gastronomers can sample some of the region’s best smoked ham and traditional sausage, along with the infamously strong local liqueur, Medronho. The village also has a beautiful array of craft shops. Travelling down the mountains towards Portimão, visitors will discover the fantastic Villa Termal Das Caldas De Monchique, a thermal spa which has been in use since the Romans times. Heading south-east from Monchique, on the banks of the Arade River, travellers will come across the beautiful town of Silves and its spectacular castle. Castelo de Silves sits high above the town on the hilltop and is thought to be one of the Algarve’s best preserve castles. Visitors here won’t be disappointed by the spectacular views offered from the castle’s 11
towers – it is definitely one for the must-see list. In the centre of Tavira, known as the Portuguese Venice, is perfect for history lovers. In the centre they will find the beautiful Castelo de Tavira and its stunning flower gardens. The castle now features three towers and three walls and provides fantastic views across the town, which includes 22 churches and a historical Roman bridge. Across all of the Algarve, tourists will find beautiful architecture and locations that tell the rich history of a region that has been inhabited by a range of diverse civilisations. To help you in the right direction with some of the best beaches, places to eat, stay and visit during your
holiday to the Algarve here’s our highlights:
Beaches
The Algarve is home to over a 100 beaches; 85 of which are blue flag beaches. The coast line stretches out over 200 km and offers visitors: coves, cliffs, caves, rocky beaches and sand beaches. Trip Advisor recognises the beauty of the Algarve coastline with Praia Dona Ana, in Lagos awarded the No.1 beach in Portugal for 2015. Praia Dona Ana and Praia da Falésia are also acknowledged on Trip Advisors Top 25 Best European Beaches for 2015,
occupying the 20th and 21st spaces, respectively. All of Blue Flag beaches are family-friendly, providing safe waters and clean sands for visitors to enjoy. The calm waters of the east coast beaches of Barril, Tavira, Manta Rota and Altura are perfect for families and are manned by lifeguards while the vast sandy beaches of the central coastline are also popular including Rocha Baixinha, Vale do Lobo, Garrão, Ancão and Quinta do Lago. Beaches found along the Algarve’s west coast number some of the most scenic and alluring in the country
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Stuff and offer fantastic surfing opportunities. Martinhal beach is also particularly renowned, for being perfect for families.
Places to eat
The Algarve boasts a wealth of gastronomic highlights including fine seafood. Drawing on fresh catch including cockles, clams, oysters and squid, local maritime delights are sure to excite every visitor’s palate on the Algarve. Festivals such as the Festival do Marisco in Olhão celebrate traditional delicacies including varied shellfish some of which finds their way into the celebrated “cataplana”. It is a local favourite made of mussels, clams, chorizo, bacon, garlic, onions and olive oil. When on the Algarve visitors are also recommended to try some of the regions famous fish stew “Caldeirada”. The Algarve boasts the most Michelin Star restaurants in the whole of Portugal
including the following: Ocean Vila Parc Porches (**) Michelin Stars, Vila Joya at Hotel Vila Joya - Albufeira (**) Michelin Stars, Henrique Leis - Loulé (*) Michelin Star, Willies Restaurant - Vilamoura (*) Michelin Star. For authentic Algarve cuisine, the following restaurants shouldn’t missed whilst in the Algarve: Churrasqueira RamiresGuia - Best barbeque chicken piri piri in all of Portugal. Tertúlia Algarvia- Faro - Great restaurant for traditional dishes; this restaurant also offers workshops on Portuguese gastronomy. Paixa- Vale do Lobo Gourmet tapas bar in fine dining surroundings. Estaminé- Faro - One of the most picturesque restaurant locations in the Algarve, located on Ria Formosa Park on a stretch of white sand dunes here you can enjoy fine quality fish and shellfish.
Places to Stay
Martinhal Beach Resort and Hotel is Europe’s finest luxury family resort, situated near the historic fishing port of Sagres, on the western Algarve coast. Guests can chose between luxury hotel room accommodation and one to three bedroom self-catering houses. Accommodation is built with children and safety in mind, featuring stairgates, baby-proofing, pool guards, washing machines and dishwashers. Five kids clubs, a baby concierge service, four heated pools, a crèche and outdoor playground area, provide all the entertainment the kids could need. (www. martinhal.com/en). Vila Vita Park is set in 54 acres of spectacular gardens, with rooms, suites and villas to suit every family. Villas sleep up to ten people and each features its own luxurious pool. Mini golf, a crèche, kids play park,
sports pavilion and spa are all available on site. (www. vilavitaparc.com/en). Pine Cliffs offers two and three bedroom suites (sleeping up to 8 people) with all the modern appliances, comforts and services a family needs for a perfect holiday. A kids club, two life-size pirate ships, a playground, kids pool and much more ensure the kids are kept entertained. (www. pinecliffsresidencesuites. com/en).
Places To Visit / Things to Do
For water-loving visitors, the Ocean Revival Project delivers a unique diving experience around four purposelysunk warships that form the world’s largest single artificial reef. For the surfer of the family, there are surf schools aplenty offering lessons suitable for all levels and the Algarve Surf Bus ensures they can utilise their new-found skills in the region’s best surfing locations; Costa Vicentina and Praia do Amado. Zoomarine’s environmental
education and conservation ethos is blended with exciting activities and presentations to create an action-packed educational family day out. With acrobatic shows, fun fair rides, wave pools, aquatic playgrounds, rapid water rides, an interactive dinosaur exhibition, birds of prey presentation and the chance to swim with dolphins, you won’t know where to start. (www.zoomarine.pt/en). Aquashow park’s rollercoasters and new 32m high, free-fall kamikaze water slides will have the family adrenaline junky jumping for joy. Those wanting a water experience a little less daring can take advantage of the park’s wave pool, lazy river and Jacuzzi. (www. aquashowpark.com/en). For more details on the Algarve visit the main tourism website: www. visitalgarve.pt
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– Idyllic B&Bs
Tucked away in Hadleigh Market Place is the headquarters of Wolsey Lodges. The byword for comfort, Wolsey Lodges is a group of privately owned, luxury country houses, which offer Bed & Breakfast and in many cases an evening meal - to paying guests.
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OUNDED over 30 years ago, inspiration for the name came from King Henry VIII’s Lord Chancellor, Cardinal Wolsey, who famously toured the realm, expecting to receive generous hospitality at suitable country houses on his travels. The houses are all very different, in age, location and style, but the one thing they have in common is that their owners enjoy welcoming guests in the same way they would their own friends. One of the best-kept secrets of the travelling cognoscenti; Wolsey Lodges has over 140 different establishments in the group, now stretching from Cornwall to the Highlands and with a number of properties in northern France. There are a great selection of Wolsey Lodges here in East Anglia, within an easy drive, offering the perfect excuse for a weekend break or a night away for a change of scene. All
Wolsey Lodge members have met stringent criteria set by the group. They share an uncompromising ethos of exceptional hospitality and their guests like the individuality of each property and the chance to visit and stay overnight in some of the UK’s most beautiful private homes. Many of the hosts run other businesses and regard their Wolsey Lodge activity as a lucrative sideline, providing them with an interesting assortment of house guests, and enabling their large house to help pay its own way. And with today’s escalating fuel prices alone – this can be a great bonus! One can stay, for example, in castles, manor houses, farms, town houses and rectories from a range of different eras.
Flindor Cottage In Suffolk, there is Flindor Cottage, in the rural idyll of Framsden, home to Mark Felton and his two children. With close attention to detail he has created a luxurious B&B guest suite from a small barn adjoining the main house, a perfect arrangement which offers bed and breakfast guests secluded privacy, the other guest room is newly refurbished and is in the main house. Both are furnished with country antiques with a keen eye for comfortable and thoughtful touches such as the sleigh bed covered in fine cotton sheets. Given the opportunity of a complete change to his life Mark jumped at the chance to run this luxury B&B and enjoys entertaining guests along with his partner, Annabel. Having enjoyed a 25 year City career, Mark started a charter fishing business out of Southwold Harbour. Fresh fish is almost always on the menu. While all Wolsey Lodge hosts speak English, they are not necessary originally from around
Manor House Farm Tuttington Hall Ellis’s can also provide here. Richard and Georgia Bassett stabling for your horses! at Church Farm House near Diss offer a true Anglo-American Near to Norwich is welcome. Arriving as music Tuttington Hall, a rather teachers over thirty years ago today special Grade II listed the concentrate on entertaining 18th century house their B&B guests at this beautifully surrounded by beautifully restored Grade II listed, thatched maintained gardens farmhouse. The lounge and B&B featuring interesting accommodation bedrooms (named sculptures and beyond after composers) all have views Last, but by no means least, is this the farmland that owner David of the old flint church in North West Stow Hall: this magnificent Papworth’s family have farmed for Lopham. Grade I listed Tudor house, decades. He and his wife Andra Further into Norfolk, there is renovated in the 1840s, is home to provide a wonderful haven of peace Carricks at Castle Farm, near Eileen and Andy Gilbert who have and tranquillity for visitors to this Dereham, the ideal place for added every modern convenience. part of Norfolk. A candlelit dining rest and relaxation or to explore Andy, a lawyer, who commutes room or informal garden room a beautiful part of Norfolk. Set daily to London, has a keen interest provide the perfect backdrop to amidst a in steam engines and enjoys the delicious working farm in showing his collection to guests. meals provided, a conservation On arrival, one steps through featuring area, this the ancient Gatehouse and the their home superb luxury colonnade linking it to the main produced meat Wolsey Lodge house, to be greeted and offered and champion in Norfolk dates a homemade afternoon tea in sausages. back over 350 front of a magnificent inglenook Tuttington is years, with later within easy reach fireplace – reputedly the largest extensions by of both the North in Suffolk. Visitors appreciate the Carricks at Castle Farm famous Norfolk gardens, orchard and small woods Norfolk coast architect that surround the hall and here with its wide Thomas Jeckel. The eco-friendly also, guests can, by arrangement, sandy beaches and the Broads. farmhouse is set in beautiful Arts bring their horses and use the hall’s Haughley is a late medieval & Crafts landscaped gardens with paddocks. manor, set within a conservation river access and planned walks for So, whether you want to escape village and owner Jeffrey Bowden Wolsey Lodge guests to enjoy. for a night or two and discover a is Lord of the Manor! Inside is a Near to King’s Lynn is Manor new part of East Anglia, or you were range of high quality Georgian House Farm in Wellingham. wondering where you could take furniture and other antiques. The Standing alongside the village your horse on holiday, or perhaps three guest bedrooms are in the church, the house is home Libby you are considering opening your oldest part of the house. A threeand Robin Ellis who transformed own home to B&B guests, Wolsey acre garden is available for guests it a beautiful country house B&B, Lodges has something to offer. to explore and the kitchen garden with a garden that visitors flock to For full details of all the provides vegetables for dinner. The see whenever it is open under the properties mentioned here and to Bowden’s hens provide egg and National Gardens Scheme. If you book accommodation please visit their stock provides beef and game fancy visiting on horseback, the www.wolseylodges.com for guests to enjoy.
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BEST OF BOTH WORLDS
– Cruise & Walk Former ‘Wish You Were Here’ presenter and avid globetrotter, John Carter, extolls the virtues of combining cruising on the high seas with fascinating walks on terrafirma.
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’VE remarked before that a holiday combining cruising and rambling does not, at first glance, seem to be a sensible one. Cruises appeal to people who enjoy relaxing, eating too much and lying around on deck chairs, whereas walkers, by their very nature, are get-up-and-go types for whom the deck chair - to say nothing of a four-course lunch and an afternoon nap - is anathema. But such holidays are available, thanks to the joint efforts of Ramblers Worldwide Holidays and Fred.Olsen Cruise Lines, and have proved extremely popular. So much so, that ocean going ships are also nosing their way
Canary Islands walking holiday into the rivers of Europe - or more specifically those of France and Spain - to provide even more walking options. And, unlike many competitors, all guided walking tours are included in the price. I have much experience, and many good memories, of cruising around the Baltic, so that would rank high among my choices. Thus, I was immediately attracted to a selection of 13 and 14 night voyages, from £1,755, which call at favourite places like Copenhagen,Tallinn and St. Petersburg, and cruise among the islands of Stockholm. My memories of Tallinn, I confess, are mixed, for it was there that I mislaid a pair of passengers from the shore excursion I was supposed to be supervising. Fortunately they managed to find their way back to the ship before we sailed. But it was an experience I would not wish to repeat. As for St. Petersburg, it is a splendid place and well suited to those who enjoy sightseeing (or what, for present purposes, one might call “city rambling”). Again, personal memories are mixed,
and involve a brief but interesting encounter with a local lady in a waterfront bar and the antics of certain crew members once they had scampered ashore. However, as the ship concerned was not one of the Fred.Olsen fleet, you may rest assured that you will not be exposed to any such behaviour. One aspect of cruising that has pleased me over recent years, is the growing popularity of voyages to other northern waters. Time was when a small fleet of Bergenbased ships had the Norwegian coast to themselves, running a constant service up and down that magnificent scenic route. You had to be a real enthusiast to take those vessels, for their priority was cargo, with passengers something of an afterthought. Though, to be fair, they have greatly improved since I made my first coastal trip in one. But larger cruise ships now ply those waters, taking more and more enthusiasts to the beautiful fjords and to what just about every holiday brochure calls “The Land of the Midnight Sun”. A selection of such holidays is
Braemar, Bergen
included in the cruise and walk collection, venturing as far as Iceland and Greenland, as well as the more familiar fjords and ports of Scandinavia. Most are around two weeks duration, priced in the region of £1,500, which represents very good value for money. One “Midnight Sun” experience I recall is of being on a small ship which seemed to cruise aimlessly after we had left North Cape, but did so in order that we might still be within sight of its magnificence when midnight came. So we partied on the open deck around the swimming pool. For those who like their sunshine throughout the day, cruising south and west is the answer. A selection of trips to the Canary Isles, Madeira and the Cape Verde islands is also on offer. I know those islands well, and am particularly familiar with the opportunities they offer to the keen walker. The “levadas” of Madeira, for example, are unique. A complicated series of watercourses, designed to irrigate crops throughout the island, they also double up as walking routes. Sometimes you stride out alongside them, at other times you walk on the stone slabs which cover long stretches of them. There is also wonderful walking on some of the Cape Verde islands. Though islands like Tenerife, La Palma and Gran Canaria are thought of primarily as beach locations, they, too, provide good rambling terrain. “But what about those river cruises?” I hear you ask. (Actually, I hear nothing of the sort, but it’s the only way I could think of to change the subject.)
I like the look of the trip on Braemar, sailing from Dover on March 18th. In the course of her round trip she calls at Lisbon, Seville, Vigo, Bordeaux and Rouen, so you get to sail on the rivers Tagus, Guadalquivir, Gironde, Garonne and Seine. The 14-night voyage costs from £1,565, which works out at just over £100 per day. When you consider what that price covers, such as your accommodation meals and transport, to the entertainment and guided walking excursions, it really is a remarkable bargain. There are more of these combination holidays, including a selection to the Caribbean, and I think a close study of the brochures is likely to prove tempting. The great thing about cruise and walk is that you can tailor the walking element to your mood as the days pass, though I know from experience that you get a really good feeling at the end of an active day ashore when you return to the ship and relate your experiences to those poor folk who have spent their time supine by the pool. Ramblers Cruise & Walk Holidays www.cruiseandwalk.co.uk/ 01707 386767
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3 days from £259 Flying direct from London Stansted, 4 December 2015 Treat yourself to a festive break in the ‘Athens of the North’. Compact and easy to get around, the Scottish Capital is the perfect size for a short break, and with its celebrated ice-rink, Christmas lights and markets brim-full of seasonal merchandise, the city sparkles with Yuletide cheer. Tour highlights The chance to enjoy Edinburgh’s Christmas Markets A guided city tour of Edinburgh Visit to Leith Fully escorted by a friendly, experienced tour manager
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Interiors Black DSR Eiffel tub chairs from £50 – Perfect for a monochrome theme Featuring a smooth ABS plastic seat and sleek chrome legs, the Charles Eames DSR Eiffel tub chairs are distinctly contemporary. These chairs are also available in white and mink.
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Red Verner Panton S chairs from £55 – Great for adding a pop of colour Also available in black, white and mink, Verner Panton S chairs are durable and resilient due to being made from solid ABS plastic. Their unique shape is ideal for creating a contemporary dining space.
Take A Seat: Quirky Chairs
Oak Furniture Superstore (oakfurnituresuperstore. co.uk) provides superbly made high quality furniture at a fraction of the prices found on the High Street. Offering a contemporary online shopping experience they offer beautifully crafted unique pieces to complement any home. We have chosen a few of our favourite chairs from their extensive collection…
Hampstead Z chairs from £100 – Great for making a statement Created using smooth PU leather and completed with sleek chrome legs, Hampstead Z chairs are a very unique design. Available in red, black, grey and ivory, these chairs are sure to make a statement in your dining room.
Oak Toronto chairs from £112.50 – Unique in design and effortlessly comfortable Featuring a subtly curved back support, Toronto chairs offer comfort as well as great style. Created using beautiful solid oak and completed with a bonded leather insert and seat pad, these chairs are available in black, brown and cream.
Cream DSW Eiffel chairs from £49.50 – Great for a contemporary kitchen These Charles Eames Style DSW Eiffel chairs feature a comfortable ABS plastic seat and solid beech legs. This design is also available in black, blue, mink, grey, white and green.
Grey and oak Knightsbridge chairs from £200 – Fantastic as an accent or dining chair Upholstered in luxurious fabric, and finished with striking chrome stud detail and backrest ring, Knightsbridge chairs are a distinctive addition to any home. Completed with solid oak legs, these chairs are also available in black and with dark oak legs.
Shadrack & Wallace have been crafting individually hand made sofas and chairs for the past fifteen years. Our company is to be found on Radford Way in Billericay where you can visit our showrooms and workshop to discuss your own specific requirements. We have an experienced interior designer who can offer you advice and a pattern room where you can browse through an extensive range of designs and choose from traditional and contemporary fabrics or leather.
SHADRACK & WALLACE Upholsterers 01277 658841 www.shadrack-wallace.co.uk Shadrack & Wallace Ltd Unit J, Radford Business Centre Radford Way, Billericay, Essex CM12 0AA
Philippe Starck Style Transparent Ghost chairs from £60 – Practical, fun, and perfect as a dining or desk chair Sleek, stylish and striking, Ghost chairs are ideal for a contemporary dining area, office or teenager’s bedroom. Crafted using durable polycarbonate plastic, these chairs are available in a choice of clear and clear black.
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Urban and rural options for ÂŁ1million, P26
Town & country
The UK’s leading independent regional land and property auctioneers Clive Emson have expanded with an office covering Essex and North & East London, with an experienced auction team from the local area. If you would like to discuss any Over Six Acres of Freehold Land
Guide: £75 - 85,000
aspect of buying or selling at auction call Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.
SOUTHEND-ON-SEA, ESSEX
21st Sept - Essex, North & East London 16th Sept - Kent & SE London 17th Sept - Sussex & Surrey 18th Sept - Hampshire & Isle of Wight 22nd Sept - West Country
Guide: £95,000 Plus EPC: E
IPSWICH, SUFFOLK
THAXTED, ESSEX
AUCTION
Five Day Sale - 146 Lots
Leasehold Commercial Investment
Vacant First Floor Three Bedroom Maisonette
Guide: £115 - 120,000 EPC: C
End-terrace House for Modernisation
Guide: £50 - 55,000 EPC: D
Freehold Parcel of Greenbelt Land Aveley, Essex
SOLD IN JULY: £181,000
where these Lots will be offered for sale.
Leasehold Commercial Investment
End-terrace House for Improvement Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex
SAWBRIDGEWORTH, HERTS
Monday, 21st September at 11.00am at The Barn, Channels Golf Club Little Waltham, Chelmsford
SOLD IN JULY: £51,000
HARWICH, ESSEX
IPSWICH, SUFFOLK
Our next auction will be held on
Guide: £85 - 95,000 EPC: C
Vacant Leasehold Maisonette
Guide: £120,000 Plus EPC: D
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 is at the beginning of November with a closing date of 5th October.
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. All lots are sold subject to legal documentation. Please check our website regularly at cliveemson.co.uk, or call 01245 205778, in order to stay fully informed.
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Diverse lots going under the hammer with Clive Emson Auctioneers A varied range of properties and land is coming up for auction later this month.
The independent holds eight rounds of auctions at five locations from Essex to Cornwall on consecutive days every six weeks, this time with a total of 146 lots. The fifth of Clive Emson’s regional Essex and North & East London auctions in 2015 takes place at the Channels Golf Club, Little Waltham, Chelmsford, on Monday, September 21 at 11 am. Lots include:
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THREE-bedroom first floor maisonette with a courtyard garden in a popular area of Southend which has a leasehold guide price of £95,000-plus. Conveniently-situated 44 Moseley Street in Southchurch, the maisonette, in need of modernisation, comes with the remainder of a 125-year lease from September 2010. It is within a mile of Southend East station, giving access into Central London. Local shopping is available on Southchurch Road or in central Southend. London Southend airport is approximately four miles north of the property.
ABOUT CLIVE EMSON Clive Emson auctioneers has 50 staff and is a property and land auctioneer to estate agents, commercial property agents, statutory bodies and private clients. It was established by
namesake founder and Chairman Clive Emson in 1989, with eight sets of five auctions throughout 2015. The firm’s reach is across southern England, from Kent to Cornwall and now Essex and North and East
London too with a new office in Chelmsford and it is one of the top four auctioneers in the UK by way of value and volume of residential sales. FOR MORE DETAILS: www.cliveemson.co.uk Tel: 0345 850 0333.
Freehold guide price £75,000 to £85,000.
Guide price £95,000
44 Moseley Street, Southchurch
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An end of terrace house in need of modernisation in the seaside town of Harwich has a guide price of £50,000 to £55,000 freehold. Interest is expected from owneroccupiers and investors . The property is arranged over three floors with a kitchen and bedroom on the lower ground floor, living room and bathroom on the ground floor and two more bedrooms on the first floor. It is within half a mile of Dovercourt High Street, railway station and waterfront.
guide price £50,000 to £55,000 freehold
19 Alexander Road
leasehold guide price £115,000 to £120,000
6 Duke Street
A parcel of more than six acres of freehold land suitable for grazing or amenity use
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A parcel of more than six acres of freehold land suitable for grazing or amenity use has a freehold guide price of £75,000 to £85,000. The 2.55-hectare (6.29 acres) plot is situated in Stanbrook, adjacent to Hammer Hill Farmhouse, off the B1051. On the Eastern boundary the land borders the River Chelmer. The land is accessed by a gate to the road and is fenced. Direct viewing is permitted during daylight hours.
guide price £120,000-plus
1 Leat Close, Sawbridgeworth
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A ground floor flat in the Hertfordshire town of Sawbridgeworth has a leasehold guide price of £120,000-plus. The property in Leat Close is being sold on the instructions of the Trustee in Bankruptcy and the two-bedroom house is being offered with the remainder of a 99-year lease from June 1978. The flat is within half a mile of the town’s mainline railway station and connection to London Liverpool Street and also has easy road access to both Harlow and Bishop’s Stortford.
• Two commercial investment property
opportunities in Ipswich are coming up for auction. The first, currently trading as a convenience store in Compair Crescent, Ipswich, is on the ground floor of a modern apartment block. It has a leasehold guide price of £115,000 to £120,000 for the remainder of a 125-year lease from June 2007 and is currently let at a rent of £13,000 per annum. Situated in a prominent corner position at the junction of Duke Street and Pownall Road, is a shop unit to be auctioned with a leasehold guide price of £85,000 to £95,000. The
property, shortly to open as a sandwich bar/ coffee shop, is being sold with the remainder of a 999-year lease from December 2007 and currently returns £8,000 per annum on a 10year lease from June this year. Paul Bridgeman, auctioneer and former president of the National Association of Auctioneers and Valuers, said: “With equity building daily in property, now is surely as good time to buy as any to beat the inflation – which is inevitable. “I am anticipating good interest our lots this September. They are particularly varied and I am sure there is something to suit all pockets and tastes.” The last round of five Clive Emson auctions across southern England, of which the Channels Golf Club was one, raised more than £15m, with a better than 80% success rate. In the year to date the company has catalogued 867 lots and sold just under £90 million worth of property, achieving a success rate of over 85%.
guide price £85,000 to £95,000
Duke Street and Pownall Road
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Parklands, Chigwell £3.25million Steve Nichols, branch manager of Hetheringtons in Loughton “Extending to just over 7,000 sq ft, this magnificent new residence is situated on the fringes of the Courtland Estate. The accommodation is cleverly arranged over four floors, with seven spacious bedrooms, five bathrooms, three reception rooms and a wonderful kitchen, plus a cinema room, gym and heated indoor swimming pool. A particular highlight of the property is the technology, as there is a central brain that controls all the property features, including underfloor heating to most rooms, a central vacuum system in main areas, a home entertainment system controllable by smart phone, customised mood lighting and air conditioning with remote control.” Hetheringtons, Loughton (020 8508 5424)
Moat House Farm, Brentwood £2.15million Jason Young, manager of Hetheringtons in Shenfield “Set within 22 acres, Moat House Farm is an impressive moated farmhouse with a wealth of charming period features including beautiful fireplaces and exposed ceiling timbers. This is a home for those who like to be active. Not only is there a leisure complex with swimming pool, Jacuzzi and games room, there is also superb equestrian facilities, with an enclosed stable yard, a floodlit manege and extensive paddocks. Despite its rural location and feel, this historic country home is close to Brentwood town centre with its excellent transport links to London Liverpool Street.” Hetheringtons, Shenfield (01227 724705)
Cutlers Forge, Stapleford Tawney, Romford £1.5million Dominic Edwards, senior branch manager of Hetheringtons in Theydon Bois “This wonderful Grade II Listed home dates back to the 17th century and boasts charming period features including a grand reception hall with laid briquette floor, expansive fireplace with log burner, oak staircase, light wood panelling, traditional panel doors and exposed timberwork. The six-bedroom property is also ideal for entertaining, with an impressive drawing room, day room, sitting room with vaulted ceiling and formal dining room. Cutlers Forge has a beautiful setting, with formal gardens of around an acre with an outdoor swimming pool, plus a further 1.4 acres of fenced woodland which is bordered by a natural stream.” Hetheringtons, Theydon Bois (01992 814454)
You’re the top! The branch managers of Hetherington’s estate agents across the county share their favourite luxury properties currently on the market.
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These 2 brand new homes in Epping are finished to an exceptional quality, with stunning high gloss kitchens. The tube station is less than a mile away so perfect for commuters - plus access to the M11 and M25 are just a short drive away.
Price: £475,000
TWO BRAND NEW 3 BEDROOM SEMI-DETACHED HOUSES Open plan living
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High gloss fitted kitchen Off road parking En-suite to master bedroom
10 year HSBC warranty
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"Eagerly awaited NEW Show Apartment at Essex Riverside launches the weekend of Saturday 19th September 2015� The stunning two bedroom one bathroom apartment with generous spacious kitchen, Villeroy and Boch bathroom, porcelanosa tiles and outside south facing podium seating area will be viewing by appointment only. The highly stylish John Lewis show apartment with contemporary art work kindly donated by Chelmer fine art will be taking bookings to view from early September 2015 in readiness for the launch weekend. The previous Show Apartment also furnished by John Lewis sold out in record time, demonstrating the high demand for premium accommodation so close and easily accessible to London.
For more information and details regarding Essex Riverside please contact la@midcity.co.uk http://www.mcdproperty.com/
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hen the thermometer starts to edge upwards and the sky turns a beautiful blue (OK, we’re hopeful!) there’s nothing quite like the thought of diving into a cool pool. Add to that a fabulous view and room to party and you’re set for the best summer ever. We’ve picked three properties with pools that will certainly whet your appetite for more! You know you’ve arrived when you survey the contemporary county house estate of Farthings on the edge of Sandon village near Chelmsford. Set in around 1.3 acres this is an impressive property with an outstanding detached leisure and pool complex incorporated within a range of natural and formal garden areas. The large outdoor infinity pool is set within textured white granite and features underwater coloured lighting creating a dramatic setting for evening swims. Circular steps lead in to the water and there is an innovate ‘swim way’ into the leisure building leading to a smaller indoor acclimatising pool. An electrically operated solar roller cover protects the pool when not in use. The complex has changing facilities and a
Cool pool partners Who needs the Med when you can create your own splash back home? asks Fiona Brondhorst
Garwood Cottage
Farthings
Dynes Cottage
gym/games room featuring bespoke angled sun-cool glass and stunning views over the formal lawn and beyond. The house itself provides over 5,500 sq ft of luxury accommodation with wellproportioned rooms and high ceilings and has been presented with neutral tones and contemporary fittings throughout. There are six bedrooms all offering en suite facilities, four of which have been orientated to capture the wonderful views to the rear over the rolling countryside. Four ground floor receptions rooms in addition to a stunning kitchen/family room are creatively designed to provide practicability and family living. Farthings is on the market for £2.8m with Fenn Wright; 01245 292100 YOU CAN IMAGINE the tinkle of glasses and gentille laughter from the poolside of Garwood Cottage, a quintessential Norfolk Reed thatched family residence in Rawreth, Wickford. Double doors from the light-filled garden room open onto the pool and beautifully maintained landscaped gardens of around two acres. An ample terrace surrounds the classically shaped, heated pool providing space for relaxing and entertaining and there are changing facilities too to keep any soggy towels and wet feet away from the house. The elevated aspect allows views of the secluded and well-stocked gardens as well as the attractive beamed house as swimming commences The property is approached via a sweeping shingle driveway accessed through electric gates that lead to the house and double garage. It’s a house made for entertaining with four spacious reception rooms, including the triple-aspect drawing room
with parquet flooring and exposed inglenook fireplace. The five double bedrooms, four with en suites, also enjoy views over the garden. And when the swimming finishes there’s a snooker room, complete with a corner bar and cloakroom and a fabulous hard-surface tennis court in the grounds to play a few a sets. Garwood Cottage has a price tag of £1.15m and is for sale with Beresfords; 01245 807265 FOR A CONVERSATION piece like no other, check out this watery gem. Dynes Cottage is just a short walk from sought-after Finchingfield, offering not only a fabulous five-bedroom period home but also a range of outbuildings including a barn with a stunning indoor heated swimming pool complex within. Dramatic paintings of sea legends adorning the ceiling of the barn will inspire an awesome workout and when the lights are low, stairs lead up to the viewing gallery with a bar and balcony adjacent to an en-suite bedroom. There are also two handy changing rooms and a cloakroom. On the ground floor, there’s a kitchen, bar and dining area ideal for throwing a fabulous party. Eight sets of double doors open out on the extensive wrap-around 11.5 acres plot with lawns leading to paddocks, an allweather manège, stable blocks and hay barn. The main thatched cottage itself has five bedrooms accessed by two staircases, with the potential for separate teenage areas, three reception rooms and a wealth of period features including heavy oak doors, beams and open fireplaces. Dynes Cottage is on the market for £1.55m with Mullucks Wells; 01371 872117
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What can you buy in the county for around £1million? asks Fiona Brandhorst, finding answers in Brentwood, Ickleton, Colchester and Lawton Town – £1.15million
Brentwood: Nostalgia fans will covet Weald House, an impressive Grade II listed
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Ickleton: Live the country dream at Mill
detached property on the market for the first
House, standing in almost an acre of land in a tranquil location in the village of Ickleton,
time in 36 years. In the heart of Brentwood, this 18th-century home is packed with period features and set out over six staminabuilding floors. Growing families will love its six double bedrooms, four reception rooms and traditional kitchen with steps down to the handy basement storage. Out in the large, secluded walled garden you could be in the depths of the countryside with mature trees, natural wild growing plants and a small brook running through. Positioned a short walk to the shops, restaurants, good schools and station, there’s rare off-street parking and a double garage behind gates. Commuting time to London’s Liverpool Street is just 38 minutes. Beresfords ; 01277 888624
near Whittlesford. It’s a substantial, wellpreserved period home comprising five bedrooms and three elegant reception rooms, approached via an impressive gravelled driveway. With views across the River Cam, which runs through the garden, to the meadows beyond it’s the perfect home for a family seeking a Swallows and Amazonsstyle life. Budding masterchefs will be pleased to hear that the Aga is staying in the hub-ofthe-home-kitchen breakfast room that leads through to the conservatory overlooking the immaculate garden. There are five bedrooms on the first floor, with an en suite and dressing room to the master, as well as a family bathroom. Further accommodation,
Budding masterchefs will be pleased to hear that the Aga is staying in the hub-of-the-homekitchen breakfast room that leads through to the conservatory overlooking the immaculate garden ideal for a home office or granny/au pair annex, is found in the converted former mill building with two bedrooms, reception room and shower room. Ickleton has a pub and village shop and is only five miles from Saffron Walden.
Nearby Whittlesford has fast train services to London in one hour and there are a range of primary and secondary schools in Duxford, Sawston or Cambridge. Strutt & Parker 01223 459503
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Town £699,995 Colchester: Wired for Dolby surround sound in every room and featuring the best of eco-living, White Oaks has been designed to the highest specification to provide a unique and contemporary family home. A fabulous lighting system delivers a warm and inviting feel at the touch of a button and the heat recovery and ventilation system provides a consistent temperature throughout the property whatever the weather is doing outside. The hallway has a full-height atrium opening on to the large sitting/dining room overlooking the garden. The feature kitchen has Italian
units and German fittings and a separate utility room. The spacious master bedroom with its en suite and separate dressing room add a touch of luxury to the living accommodation, with two further bedrooms and a family bathroom on the first floor, the galleried landing leads on up to the second floor to the two large double bedrooms, one benefitting from an en suite shower room. A two-storey detached games annex is set to the side of a secluded and well-stocked rear garden. The property is located close to schools and shops and has good access to the A12, the town centre and Colchester Station into London Liverpool Street. Tepilo.com ; 0844 387 8377
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Country £240,000 Lawford: Lawford Place is a grand, private countryside mansion dating from 1796, converted into a prestigious apartment development on the outskirts of Manningtree. The former manor house’s political connection dates from 1947 when it housed a research department for BX Plastics where the young Margaret Thatcher worked as a chemist before she commenced her legendary career in politics. The two-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment is at the top of the period property that takes
centre stage on the development. The lounge diner has views to the front, a feature fireplace and walk through to the kitchen. The two double bedrooms are to the rear of the property and enjoy uninterrupted views across the impressive cultivated gardens and as far as the Stour Valley. There are two allocated parking spaces. Manningtree is half-a-mile away and has a range of shops and mainline station with fast trains to London Liverpool Street in around an hour. Fenn Wright ; 01206 397222
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W-h-ater view! Bag a property with a superb coastal vistas, as unearthed by Fiona Brandhorst Bradwell-on-Sea, Southminster Set on a private plot of around 1.9 acres, this generously proportioned family home offers extensive accommodation and superb coastal views. The kitchen and conservatory overlooks the formal gardens to the rear of the house and the delightful estuary beyond. The triple-aspect sitting room, accessed via the dining room, boasts a feature fireplace and double doors out onto the covered BBQ terrace. There are five bedrooms in the main house, three of which have en suite facilities. The master bedroom suite offers a large double-aspect bedroom with double doors leading out onto a balcony which also has stunning views. Detached from the main house there are a further eight selfcontained bedroom suites that are currently used as a B&B but could be converted into living accommodation, subject to planning. The grounds are immaculately presented featuring a pagoda to a decked patio area adjacent to the pond and well-stocked lake. Located on the outskirts of the village of Bradwell-on-Sea, which offers local stores and a public house, there are also various sailing clubs located close. Southminster is a six-mile drive away and provides a rail link into London Liverpool Street via Shenfield in 1 hour an 12 minutes.
Price: £945,000 Selling agent: Beresfords 01245 807265
Bywater Road, South Woodham Ferrers This contemporary five-bedroom detached house is situated in arguably the best road in South Woodham Ferrers and has been extensively refurbished to an exceptional standard. Offering spacious and beautifully presented accommodation throughout, this family home features a stunning living room with adjoining conservatory, a large dining room, study and re-fitted kitchen with adjoining breakfast room. Upstairs boasts five good bedrooms, the master with re-fitted en suite and balcony. The property also benefits from a lovely rear garden with swimming pool and stunning views over Fenn Creek with direct access through a rear gate to the open countryside beyond. Local train services to London Liverpool Street take around 50 minutes.
Price: £625,000 Selling agent: Balgores 01245 323729
George Street, Shoeburyness A wonderful, spacious and extended five-bedroom detached family home, adjacent to East Beach and enjoying front-row stunning estuary views, Sea Haze is a great home for entertaining with family and friends. Offering exceptional living space, the property has a separate lounge, generous open-plan living/dining and kitchen area with solid granite work surfaces, feature breakfastisland, Rangemaster cooker and Villager wood burning stove. The bedrooms, three of which are en suite, include an impressive master suite on the second floor, featuring a two-person Jacuzzi and fantastic far-reaching views over the estuary and East Beach. Shoeburyness mainline station, with fast trains to Fenchurch Street in just over an hour, is a short walk away. There a numerous local schools and parks, and of course the beach is on the doorstep.
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“Aged but not old” sums up the increasingly popular interior style of “shabby chic”. Richenda Oldham shows how to achieve the look
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habby chic is a style that we Brits are extremely good at. The faded florals, dusty velvets and peeling paintwork that epitomise this look is something
that we seem to have an affinity for. Getting shabby chic right, when it has to appear effortless, is not as easy as you might think. After all this is not about antiques, it’s about interiors and accessories that look old or worn yet with a touch of informal elegance. Faded pretty country florals, rustic charm and an appreciation of imperfections (as long as they have style) add to the attractiveness of this flea market vogue.
Comfort Big sloppy armchairs and sofas in distressed leather or chintzy washable slipcovers are just the ticket to flop out in after a hard day’s work. The key here is informality and
Pretty floral fabrics and pastel coloured china, have been combined here with distressed painted wooden furniture for an informal but utterly charming look, www.directblinds.co.uk Pretty vintage cups and saucers have been used as tea light holders in this appealing teatime table setting, striped tablecloth £40, www.ochreandochre.com
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The colours associated with shabby chic are deliciously soft hues such as mint, aqua, dusty rose, biscuit, sand, ivory, cream, pistachio, sky blues and pale greys. These can be offset by crisp white, which accentuates them beautifully. Mix and match these colours as they all complement each other superbly. Silver is a wonderful shade that can be used to add sparkle particularly in accessories, from photograph frames to ornaments.
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ssex maybe one of the prettiest Home Counties but it’s also one of the most reasonable to buy a family home. According to haart estate agents, average prices in London are up 16.7% annually to £536,286, driven by 20 prospective buyers chasing each property. No wonder buyers are flocking to Essex! Here’s what on offer if your budget is a cool half-a-million.
1 Grace and favour This turn-of-the-century detached home in the suburbs of Harlow is perfect for family buyers looking for space and charm with its five bedrooms and plethora of original features, including fireplaces, wooden floors and sash windows. Families love space, so the two separate receptions rooms will be well used, as well as an eat-in kitchen with wood-burning stove and butler sink. A utility room leads off with a door to the garden. The first floor has four double bedrooms, one en suite, and a family bathroom. The master bedroom is a loft conversion on the second floor and is a wonderful retreat for parents, with its own dressing room and en suite. Located on the popular Kingsmoor Road, there is a spacious garden to the rear and plenty of off-street parking along with a carport for two cars. Harlow is well connected to the city by train in 30 mins. Guide price £500,000. Selling agent: haart Harlow 01279 443311
2 Designer dream Time is precious, so moving to a highspecification state-of-the-art home means no DIY and more downtime with family and friends. This five-bedroom detached home in a quiet close of executive houses in Great Totham, near Maldon, has been extended and modified to appeal to the families where commuting is on the agenda. Trains take around 45 minutes to London Liverpool Street from nearby Witham. A highly impressive, huge open-plan kitchen/ lounge/dining room with up-to-the-minute, on-trend bi-folding doors has been created opening on to the rear garden with two decked patios. The kitchen offers integral appliances and an island unit with induction
So you want a home...that costs around £500,000 Fiona Brandhorst finds out what’s on the market to make your wish come true
3 ...average prices in London are up 16.7% annually, driven by 20 prospective buyers chasing each property. No wonder buyers are flocking to Essex! hob and inset sink. A separate living room overlooks the front garden. The ground floor features wooden flooring and underfloor heating. Five bedrooms, with an en suite to the master, are to the first floor, as well as a family bathroom with free-standing bath. Good local schools will score highly with families looking to move to the area. Priced at £499,950. Selling agent: Church & Hawes in Maldon 01621 855195
3 Escape to the country Set to appeal to the aspiring country living set, this detached home in Little Clacton has
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the wow factor in abundance, with plenty of space within and the added bonus of a converted double garage annex space. With lush green grass, blooming foliage and a steaming hot tub, it’s the perfect setting for summer BBQs and lazy weekends. Set in almost one-third of an acre, the free-flowing accommodation oozes charm with its muted colour palette and shabby chic ambience. The double-aspect lounge opens on to the dining room which links through to the kitchen. A study to the front of the property and conservatory to the rear of the property give privacy when it’s needed.
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On the first floor there are four spacious bedrooms, with the master enjoying its own full bathroom, and a separate family shower room. The garden is mainly laid to lawn and enclosed with panel fencing. A canopied area houses a Jacuzzi which is to remain for the new owner. With some of the county’s finest beaches (Frinton-on-Sea, Walton-on-the-Naze and Clacton-on-Sea) within in a short drive and Thorpe-Le-Soken’s main line station nearby, this home offers a sought-after lifestyle change. Offers in excess of £500,000. Selling agent: haart Little Clacton 01255 222666
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& Stone, restigecCarthy developer CALABritain’s Homes – a leading specialist developer of former WhatHouse? Housebuilder private homes for retirees, is of the Year and a Silver winner of employing a team of no fewer Best Medium Housebuilder at the thanAwards 26 local–construction 2014 WhatHouse? is holding an workers as it shapes its new of exclusive, invitation-only VIPdevelopment preview event apartments on Raglan Road, Frinton-on-Sea. this weekend, where it is unveiling the new Victoria Gardens, which will bring 14 new show home at Foxwood, its new development brand new flats for over-60s to the resort, is in the village of Little Canfield. using the expertise of many local contractors. Foxwood will be an exclusive address, A fine summer has seen strong progress at featuring just 12 three-bedroom semithe site, which is expected to welcome its first detached and four-bedroom detached houses. residents in early spring 2016. The ‘Hatfield’ show house will be open on Michael Hall, site manager at McCarthy Saturday 15 and Sunday 16 August, giving and Stone’s North London region, believes house-hunters the first opportunity to see that local talent is a vital factor in achieving the specification and finish at the scheme the companies ambitious expansion plans first-hand. for the coming years. Chris Roads, sales and marketing director “The sheer importance and value of local for CALA Homes North Home Counties, says workforces simply cannot be underestimated interest in the development is strong, even at when it comes to housebuilding,” says this early havebeen already Hall. “I’mstage: proud“We to have able received to recruit an exceptionally high numberemployees of enquiries a team of full- and part-time into our new homes at Foxwood and urge from the local area for Victoria Gardens those interested in viewing to register their in Frinton, and we are actively recruiting interest in order to attend our VIP preview skilled tradesmen in the local area as the event.” site progresses, including carpenters, The attraction the development the electricians and of plumbers, to name aisfew. high reputation of the Uttlesford district “Each and every one of the employees, in which it sits and the way thatlaying the location from the construction teams bricks, gives buyers a perfect work-life balance, to the sales teams in the office, plays an says Roads: “The homes at Foxwood are ideal active role in turning the McCarthy and for families and downsizers looking for a lowStone vision into a reality.” maintenance lifestyle in a rural location, but
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Residents get the benefits of with goodalso connections to the capital, which communal facilities such as some delightful is only 36 miles away, as well as the local landscaped gardens and a club lounge, surrounding areas.” which acts as the social hub of the entire The ‘Hatfield’ is a four-bedroom house which scheme, where neighbours can meetlayout, each set offers a contemporary open-plan other, and friends and family. There’s out over three floors. The property also features a a concierge, can help residents with fully fittedwho kitchen/breakfast room, a sitting errands and ensure the smooth running of room, study and WC on the ground floor; the development. master bedroom with en suite bathroom, two Elaine Stratford, sales and marketing further bedrooms and a family bathroom on director for McCarthy and Stone North the first floor; and another spacious bedroom
on the top floor. After the weekend, the
The sheer importance and value of local show home will be open to the public from workforces simply cannot be underestimated Thursday to Monday, 10.00am to 5.30pm. Little Canfield is positioned between Great when it comes to housebuilding
Dunmow and Bishop’s Stortford, surrounded by forestry land and the National Trust’s London region, adds: “As the only Hatfield Forest. This ancient hunting forest housebuilder to have achieved the coveted dates back to the Norman kings, is just one Housebuilding Federation’s (HBF) five mile away from the development. star status for the tenth year in a row – a The Uttlesford district scores customer satisfaction awardfrequently which is scored highly in national surveys, not independently by our quality-of-life own customers – we
New homes launch – Foxwood, Little Canfield The new two-bedroom apartments come from the company’s Platinum Range, where
and fully-fitted kitchens with integrated appliances. Each property also has a number
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CALA Homes opens the doors located to a new show house underfloor heating, oak-veneered doors just moments from Frinton’s seafront. this weekend
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What’s on at Fitness Amanda Jayne O’Hare is a Fitness First Personal Trainer and PT Ambassador www.fitnessfirst.co.uk. Her areas of specialism include body sculpting, bodybuilding, HIIT, weight training, running and nutrition for fat loss
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OLLOW Amanda’s top tips for Firmer Thighs in 30 days out first part series shows you what steps to try at home… Hip bridges: Begin by lying on the floor. Pushing through your heels, raise your hips up off the floor as high as you can so that you form a straight line from your shoulders to your knees. Engage your core and hold this position for a few seconds, then lower down so
you’re just above the floor. Repeat. Alternate lunges: Face forwards with your shoulders, back and feet together. Step one of your legs forward, bending both knees so that they form a 90-degree angle. Push through your front heel to return to the start. Switch sides and repeat.
Squat jumps: Begin by standing with your feet slightly wider than hip-width apart. Lower into a squat position and jump up (feet off the floor) to return to the starting position. Ensure that you keep your core tight, use your arms for added momentum and land with bent knees so that you protect your joints.
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Freestyle Group Training Freestyle Group Training classes are a combination of three-dimensional training movements that challenges your muscles to move you
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Get down facin Fitness expert Helen Barness gives Being a teacher of mindful movement (pilates), I am always looking to explore other methods of moving more freely so I felt it was time to explore yoga but not your regular yoga session of course —Hot Yoga!
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SEARCHED the internet and found three studios local to me in Essex that I wanted to try out. The Body Bliss Yoga Studio in Leigh on Sea, 1–2–1 Urban Hot Yoga in Hornchurch and Bikram Yoga Essex in Loughton. So what is Hot Yoga? Hot Yoga is yoga performed in a studio that
Helen, right with Hot Yoga instructor Tracey
is heated to around 40C (105F) depending on the style of yoga you are doing. Most classes are done to music, however Bikram which is the hottest is done without music. I started with Hot Power Flow at Body Bliss Yoga Studio, Leigh on Sea, as I tend to like a more dynamic class generally that challenges me which it certainly did. Tracey, the studio owner, who took the session that day guided us through the various yoga postures as the sweat gracefully (I’d like to think) dripped off me making me realise that a huge bath towel would have been most useful during that class to stop me sliding as I created my own swimming pool! The powerful heat really helps you to move more deeply into the postures as you feel your joints enjoy the warmth and your muscles
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Fitness First is a global fitness brand with over 377 clubs worldwide, reaching over 990,000 members in 16 countries. They are proud to partner with the British Olympic Association (BOA) as its first-ever Official Fitness Partner, supporting Team GB athletes as they embark on their road to the Rio 2016 Olympic Games. Fitness First is also a member of ukactive, the not-for-profit trade body that incorporates both private and public providers of fitness, physical activity, nutrition and active lifestyles. Now in its 22nd year, Fitness First began a journey to redefine the industry, putting the customer at the heart of everything that it
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does. Beginning with significant market research amongst current, competitor and ex-members, they gained insight into the things that really matter to gym-goers, which allowed it to reappraise the experience of its customers. Fitness First has reengineered the entire brand experience, from the quality of its facilities, to the people running its gyms, the training programmes it uses and the products and services that it offers. They are also working with world-class behavioural psychologists to crack the motivation code in an effort to help more members visit more often, helping people to achieve their goals and go further in their lives.
ng and sweaty with Hot Yoga? s this challenging and effective class a whirl! relax. I felt invigorated after the session and much more flexible. I have since revisited Body Bliss as I wanted to see what Hot Hatha Yoga was like and again I gained a beautiful glisten to my body but this session was not as hot as the Power Flow and less intense but still enjoyable. I then visited the trendily named 1–2–1 Hot Urban Yoga Studio in Hornchurch. This studio is cleverly hidden away in the basement of an office building but once you enter you are transported into another world of colour and happiness in the vividly painted urban studio. Our instructor Dean (pictured right) kept us all in check with humour and a little bit of firmness to encourage us to deepen our yoga postures. This studio also teaches Hot Pilates which is another one on my hit list to try. Having experienced one hot yoga session already, I was a more prepared wearing longer leggings to absorb the moisture but Dean did recommend I wore longer sleeves too to avoid the slip factor from sweat and it became very apparent that I needed to get a yoga towel as we moved through warrior poses to down facing to salutations at a pace of our own but still challenging and of course bringing on plenty of sweat! I would strongly recommend that if you are really interested in doing hot yoga regularly invest in a yoga towel which has the sticky
grip on one side to help your feet from sliding, particularly if you have a tendency to sweat as I do! Also be sure to bring plenty of water with you as you will really need a good 1–2 litres after the session as you might find if you are not used to moving in strong heat that you feel a little drained afterwards. My final hot yoga visit was to Bikram Yoga Essex in Loughton. This studio was the furthest away from me but one of the only Bikram studios in Essex. Our instructor was
clear and concise. The class flowed as a group as much as possible to create an energy in the room. It began with a strong focus on breathing and letting out the stagnant air and starting to allow your body to relax and then went gradually into the moves getting harder as we got warmer, with short rests between moves.
From what I can tell, a class that is described as hot yoga/ power flow will flow through different yoga moves in no particular order whereas Bikram has 26 specific postures you work through to create an endurance work out in a set order. You do not have to be a yogi fanatic to give hot yoga a go; there is very little chanting until a gentle OOM at the end appears to focus your mind and generate positive energy before you leave. The benefits of Hot Yoga: Improved circulation, sweating out some toxins (depending how toxic you are!) and the heat helps your body to relax. You really do have to focus on yourself in the 1.5hr class, particularly where you want to stay in the posture and keep your breath flowing which therefore improves your breathing. Circulation will benefit as your heart rate increases, increasing blood flow around the body which will ultimately help your body move more freely. Things to consider before taking part in a hot yoga session, if you have not been exercising check with your GP whether hot yoga is suitable for you, particularly if you have any medical conditions, high or low blood pressure, etc, as a hot yoga session is a challenging workout which challenges the body to go into deeper postures which might
not be appropriate for your body as a result of the heat. It is also important to bring your own mat and towel unless a fresh towel is provided at the studio you visit. Ensure that you drink plenty of water before the hot yoga session as well as after because you will sweat from the moment you enter the hot studio. Give Hot Yoga a try and enjoy the sweat!! Body Bliss Yoga Studio in Leigh on Sea (www. bodyblissyoga.co.uk). 1–2–1 Urban Hot Yoga in Hornchurch (www.121urbanhotyoga. co.uk). Bikram Yoga Essex in Loughton (www. bikramyogaessex.com). To find out more about Helen’s Hot Yoga experience or for any fitness queries contact her on 07956 520767. Just over the water in Kent studios also offering Hot Yoga include: Heavenly Fitness Studios, Maidstone (www.heavenlyfitness. co.uk), Breeze Yoga, Beckenham (www. breezeyoga.co.uk) Tunbridge Wells Hot Yoga (www.wearepresent.today).
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Health National Eye Take good care of your eyes and they’ll take good care of you, National Eye Health Week runs from September 21-27.
SUPERDRUG LAUNCHES ONLINE OPTICIANS SERVICE
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EADING health and beauty retailer Superdrug is launching its new Online Opticians service offering over 900 styles of prescription glasses and sunglasses for as little as £9, in an exciting next step to expand the range of its health and wellbeing services. With the aim of making prescription eyewear more affordable and accessible to customers, the new Superdrug Online Opticians service will offer a wide range of low-cost fashionable and traditional designs for both men and women. The new, easy-to-use service allows customers to simply log on to the website, choose their frames and lenses, enter their prescription* and then choose whether to have their glasses delivered direct to their home or to collect from over 800 Superdrug high street stores. In store collection and delivery to home for orders over £25 are delivered free of charge. Every frame comes with single vision thin and light lenses, antireflection, UV and scratch resistant lens treatments, a spectacle case and a cleaning cloth, all included in the price. In addition, a full range of lens upgrades including varifocals, bifocals and tints are available online along with a range of accessories including cloths, lanyards, cases and cleaning solutions. Commenting on the new service, Ian Lloyd, Head of Healthcare
Services at Superdrug said: “At Superdrug we are constantly evolving our health and wellbeing offering to ensure we are meeting the needs of our customers. We are delighted to be the first high street pharmacy to offer an online opticians service, providing affordable prescription glasses and sunglasses from a well-known brand customers can trust.” *Customers must have a valid prescription from an optician within the last two years and be 18 or over. To find out more about Superdrug Online Opticians service, please visit opticians.superdrug.com
What can I do to help my eyes stay healthy?
Help protect those peepers with Syno-Vital™ – High strength Hyaluronic Acid for healthy eyes Hyaluronan (HA) is a key component in the body and makes up 80% of the human eye. It plays a major role in maintaining the health of the cornea, the retina and vitreous gel that fills most of the eye. As we age and our levels and quality of HA deplete, it becomes increasingly difficult for the body to
SYNO-VITAL CASE STUDY NAME: Nick Leach AGE: 41 OCCUPATION: Pilot “My Mum has always been interested in complimentary health for a number of years and
replace this natural acid. Compelling evidence shows a link to age-related eye disorders: individuals suffering from glaucoma, a disease in which the optic nerve is damaged, have 77% less HA than levels found in normal healthy eyes. Glaucoma can lead to progressive, irreversible loss of vision which is often, but not always, associated with increased pressure of the fluid in the eye. As we age, the gel of the eye also begins to lose consistency and the breakdown of HA can result in a condition known as floaters which interfere with the light travelling through the eye. Syno-Vital™ from Modern Herbals, a natural liquid form of HA, can help. It’s easily added to a glass of water to help restore the concentration of HA in eyes to keep them healthy and lubricated. Daily supplementation can help to maintain eye tissue and may even help lower the risk of developing a detached retina or macular
degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults. Syno-Vital™ from Modern Herbals costs £29.99 for 30 x 5ml sachets and is available from health stores nationwide. Call 01274 889047 or visit www. modernherbals.com
often makes suggestions for things that I should take. She had been taking a product called Syno-Vital for a few months because she suffered from dry eyes. Not only did she get a significant improvement, the more she read about the product, the more she thought I should try it. Because of my job and the long hours spent in a pressurised environment, I am very conscious that I need to look after myself, as there can be many negative effects. I have worked my way from being an aircraft engineer from the age of 16 towards my present role as a pilot where I managed to qualify at the age of 26. I am proud of this achievement and I love my work. I have to have good eyesight and was really interested to read about how the Hyaluronan in SynoVital can help me to take care of my eyes and reduce any wear and tear I might experience as a
result of my working conditions. So for me it is an easy decision, I take Syno-Vital regularly because I think it really positive to prevent any possible eye problems and as an interesting result, the white of my eyes are brighter and my skin does not get as dehydrated when I am working!” Nick has been taking Syno-Vital™ from Modern Herbals. A natural liquid form of HA, it can help to help restore the concentration of Hyaluronic Acid in eyes to keep them healthy and lubricated. Daily supplementation can help to maintain eye tissue and may even help lower the risk of developing a detached retina or macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults. Syno-Vital™ from Modern Herbals costs £29.99 for 30 x 5ml sachets and is available from health stores nationwide. Call 01274 889047 or visit www.modernherbals.com
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Andie White Frames buyer for Sunglasses-Shop.co.uk gives his top tips when choosing sunglasses… Aviators are still one of our most popular shapes and will suit most people. But those with lots of facial definition should opt for squarer shapes that help balance strong jaw lines. Those with circular faces should also consider more angular frames to create the illusion of cheek bones. Because choosing frames similar to your face shape will accentuate it. Round sunglasses are also a go-to shape and perfect for softening squarer faces. Current sunglass trends include oversized sixties
CELEBRITY SECRETS Pixie Lott latest secret revealed… It’s 1 Day Acuvue Define Brand Contact Lenses. Pixie says: “ The lenses suit my vision correction needs, but also give my eyes that extra definition thanks to the subtle enhancement- they are definitely one of my must have beauty essentials. As someone who is constantly having make up applied and spends the day racing around performing, singing, dancing and in many a meeting, it’s so great to find a beauty product that gives me an
effortless look, without the effort. I love it that no body can put their finger on the change but it’s only fair to be sharing my beauty secret with everyone so they can experience the lenses that are set to become a true beauty essential.” 1 Day ACUVUE define contact lenses are available from optitions across the UK and Irelend. RRP £45.50 for 30 pairs. www.acuvue. co.uk
and seventies shapes. These and mirrored lenses are prevailing into branded collections for AW15 – Celine, Fendi, Miu Miu and Dior. Flash lenses can also be found throughout sports and lifestyle brands such as Oakley and Serengeti. But the most important thing to remember when choosing sunglasses is trust your instincts. Chances are you will
choose those that suit and fit best. Dior So Real in Silver Online Price £260 Celine Marta Red Ivory Beige Online Price £197 Serengeti Medium Aviator Online Price £150
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Childrens corner Russell Peake, Eye Health Condition Manager at Boots Opticians says: “We know just how busy life can be when you are a parents so it’s easy to forget the importance of a regular eye health check. Up to 80% of what a child learns is through their sight so making sure their eyes are healthy can have a huge impact on your child’s development. An eye check is not just about your child’s eye sight – it also looks at the overall health of their eye and can help identify early problems so you can prevent them for developing further. An eye check takes just 20-25 minutes and we know from the children we see they find the experience fun and fascinating.” • The new term is the perfect time to make sure your child’s eyes are healthy. After being way from the classroom for the summer holidays, signs such as your child rubbing their eye, blinking excessively or clumsiness may indicate a sight issue. Their teacher may also notice they are struggling to see the white board or they always try to sit at the
front plus they may have difficulty holding their concentration • Kids won’t always articulate they are struggling to see and will often adapt their behaviour. Keep an eye out for signs such as sitting closer to the television, holding their book closer or squinting at text in the distance which may indicate they have a problem. They may also show less interest in ‘close up’ tasks - for example if looking at a book is a strain a child may just avoid books • It’s a myth that children need to be able to read to have any eye test. Children should have their eyes checked at least every 2 years from the age of three - but you can take them sooner if you think there may be an issue. An optometrist can tell a lot about a child’s vision by just looking at the eyes – without a question being asked • Depending on where you live in the UK your child may have their eyesight checked via a local vision screening programme, but it is rare for schools to offer regular eye checks so you will need to
take your child to an opticians. Eye tests are free on the NHS until a child is 16 years old. If your child needs glasses, you can also get an NHS voucher towards the cost, so often they are free of charge • If your child needs glasses, you can also get an NHS voucher towards the cost, which means many of our pairs are free. If your child needs glasses, you can also get an NHS voucher towards the cost, which means many of our pairs are free. If your child is in front or a screen for prolonged period of time – such as a computer or ipad – use the 20-2020 rule. Every 20 minutes get them to look 20 feet away (six metres) for 20 seconds to help give their eye muscles a break • An eye health check can tell you more about your child’s eyes than just their sight. An eye check can detect brain tumours, some cancers and diabetes. At Boots Opticians, all eye checks include a digital retinal photography as standard which can help us to identify serious health conditions
Caring for your child’s vision with Specsavers With children across the UK starting or returning to school, Specsavers would like to remind parents of the importance of getting eyes tested from an early age. Good vision is essential to a child’s development as so much of what they learn is taken in through their eyes. Learning difficulties can sometimes be caused by uncorrected vision problems, so the earlier they can be detected, the better the chance of correcting them. Specsavers regional chair, Matthew Trusty says: ‘At Specsavers, we recommend that children have their first eye test at around three years
old. They do not have to be able to read – the optometrist has lots of other fun ways to test youngsters’ sight. If children do need glasses, Specsavers offers a big choice of glasses, including a new Disney range. At Specsavers all under-16s get a free NHS eye test. All glasses in Specsavers’ kids’ £64 and teens’ £85 ranges are free with under-16s’ NHS funding. Specs wearers can also choose a second pair from the £64 or £85 range, free. For more advice, visit your local Specsavers store.
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On a plate… “Our beef comes from suckler herds throughout England and Scotland, our pork is outdoor Neil Papley, centre with his chefs reared along the Norfolk and Suffolk coasts, our lamb comes from Cornwall and our fish is all sustainably sourced from the east and south coasts.” Head Chef, Neil Papley
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What is your first food memory?
My first memory of food and cooking was being in the kitchen with my Dad when he was cooking some great Jamaican food, which was a big part of my life, although I would always be getting in his way! But it was because of him that I dreamed of being a chef.
Who has influenced your cooking the most? After my Dad that would be Rick Stein.
Why did you become a chef?
Mainly because of my love of eating food.
Where did it all begin?
At Le Pont de la Tour, one of the Conran Restaurants in 1997.
Who are your favourite chefs?
Rick Stein, Mark Hix and Tom Kerridge are amongst the top but the list goes on!
Best cooking tip for a novice?
What is your favourite dish/ ingredient? It has to be Bouillabaisse.
What is your favourite herb? Flat parsley.
What’s in your fridge at home?
Probably just some milk and butter and some out-of-date ham – oh, and half a cucumber.
Your worst kitchen nightmare? A power cut during service.
Not just for Novices but anyone interested in cooking invest in a good set of knives. They are so vital to feeling comfortable, to being accurate, to avoiding waste, to getting it right….. and remember it’s really important to keep them sharp and look after them.
What would be your last meal on earth? Curried goat, rice and peas with all
the trimmings.
About The King’s Head The King’s Head, a Listed Coaching Inn built in 1679, had been closed for over five years but has been fully renovated and reopened in July after a £1m investment by Oakman Inns. It is the fourth Oakman Inn that CEO Peter Borg-Neal has opened this year. He commented: “I was delighted when Paul Thornton gave Oakman Inns the opportunity to take on The King’s Head. It is a wonderful old coaching Inn and Chipping Ongar is a fantastic town. Clearly the building needed a lot of TLC as well as some serious financial investment to restore it to its former glory.
It now looks amazing and I am very confident that general manager Rachel Wyatt and her team will ensure it, once again, becomes the centre of the community.” The historic building brims with charming features. Designers have discovered hidden fireplaces, which have been covered up for over a century. Old brickwork and beams have been exposed throughout much of the old building, and this is very much evident in the 30 seat doubleheight private dining room which has been taken back to its timber framed roof, bringing style and a sense of
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Pollo Picante Serves 4 Ingredients: 12 chicken thighs Dry Rub ingredients 6 tablespoons soft dark brown sugar 4 tablespoons smoked paprika 3 tablespoons chilli powder 2 teaspoons garlic powder 1 teaspoon ground cumin 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 tablespoons salt Up to 1 tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper Make the Dry Rub by mixing all the ingredients. Method Heat oven to 180oc. Marinate the chicken thighs in the Dry Rub. Place pieces of chicken on two very large pieces of foil, large enough to fold over chicken and form packets. Turn the chicken pieces so their meatier sides are down, and tightly fold the foil around them to make two large packets. Bake the chicken for 45 minutes and place until a medium grill for 10-15 minutes until a nice crispy skin. This dish is great with freshly cooked pasta tossed in olive oil or a Rocket and Tomato Salad.
The King’s Head is open all day, every day from 8am to 11pm. Food service is Mon to Sat 8am to 10pm and Sun 8am to 9pm. T: 01277 508905/www.kingsheadongar.co.uk Facebook: www.facebook.com/kingsheadongar Twitter: twitter.com/kingsheadongar restoration in the true sense of the word. The front entrance leads into the covered courtyard which is now a bar where upright barrels are used as tables. The two rooms leading off the courtyard offer completely different environments: the Lounge, which has blue panelled wainscoting much in the manner of the late 18th century, and the Bar where the exposed brick fireplace and ‘distressed’ painted timbers are complemented by the deep hues on the replastered walls. Outside with views across
the countryside, a new dining terrace seats 30 guests with seating for a further 30 in the walled garden. This al-fresco area leads into the newly built extension, an impressive light and spacious café dining area which seats around 90 guests. There is a large bar at one end and a full length openkitchen which allows guests to watch the chefs bake fresh handmade pizzas to order in the wood-fired pizza oven or grill mouth-watering, flavoured meats and fish on the unique charcoal Josper grill, the signature cooking style of the multi awardwinning Oakman Inns.
Panzenella Salad Serves 4 as a tapas Ingredients: 1 Half-ciabatta or ½ large ciabatta 1-2tbsp Olive Oil 500g (1lb) Plum Tomatoes, roughly chopped 1 Red onion, peeled, halved and thinly sliced ½ Cucumber, deseeded and sliced 2 Sticks of celery, sliced 2-3tbsp Freshly torn basil leaves Sprigs of basil, for garnish For the dressing: 4tbsp Olive oil 2tbsp Red wine vinegar 1 clove Garlic, peeled and crushed Pinch of mustard powder
Pinch of caster sugar Salt and ground black pepper Method Set the oven to Gas Mark 4 or 180°C. Cut the ciabatta into about 2cm (¾in) slices and brush each side lightly with oil. Spread the bread out on a baking sheet and bake it for about 10-15 mins, turning it over about halfway through, so the bread has dried out and is pale golden. Remove from the oven and leave to cool. To make the dressing: Mix together all of the dressing ingredients.
Place the tomatoes, onion, cucumber, celery and basil in a bowl and pour the dressing over. Tear the bread into pieces and place in the bowl, then toss everything together. Leave the salad for about 5-10 mins before serving, to allow the bread to soak up some of the dressing, but don’t allow it to go soggy. Garnish the salad with sprigs of basil just before serving. Enjoy this salad with any grilled meat or fish or simply on its own for a light lunch.
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HAT’s the one grooming product you can’t live without? “Bio Oil. I always wear it before bed. I think it’s the best age prevention product, always keeps the skin hydrated.” How would you describe your style? “Dapper!.” What’s your favourite place for a spot of male grooming? “ GentsCo barbers in Hornchurch, always gives a great haircut. Keeps me looking on point. Ha!.” What’s your grooming routine & how long do you spend? “ Nothing fancy. Shave, shower then moisturise and sort my hair before getting ready to go out!.” What’s in your man bag? “ Phone, wallet and sunglasses, only use one on holiday.” What are your favourite hangouts? “That would have to include my bar Luxe in Loughton and the Sheesh restaurant, Chigwell.” Favourite clothes shop? “Just your standard Zara or All Saints. My suits are all tailored in London.” What sports are you into? “ Gym and rugby.” Are you a regular season ticket holder? “ No.” Are you into men’s gadgets? “I’m not big on men’s gadgets. Just standard stuff iPhone etc.” Nando’s or KFC? “ Nando’s.” What’s next for you? “Next series of TOWIE.” When are we going to see Lockies kitchen and what will be on the menu? “It’s basically a fast food restaurant alternative. A healthy fast food if you like. It’s aimed at all types of people not just gym freaks like myself. But people that want to live and eat a healthier life style. There’s going to be all kinds of dishes but all will be guilt free, healthy and taste amazing.”
James Lock from TOWIE shares his must have grooming buys and can’t live without products…
Grooming experiences no longer start and end with getting a ‘trendy’ haircut. The rise of traditional cut-throat shaves and men-focused ‘beauty’ treatments means that there are now more options than ever available to gents who want to look and feel their best. So, if you’re looking to upgrade your grooming routine or are simply in need of a one-off treat, try one of our recommended experiences below. THE HOTTEST NEW MEN’S GROOMING TREATMENTS IN ESSEX & KENT Menace male grooming 1st floor 196 Hutton Road Shenfield Brentwood Essex CM15 8NR 01277 202448 SULTAN’S SPECIAL Be treated like a King with a Barber’s Wash, Cut & Finish, our Soothing Cut- throat Shave and an Indian Head Massage 90 mins £65 GentCo Hornchurch Essex 102 North Street Hornchurch Essex RM11 1SU 01708 477963 Full back, shoulders & abs waxing, £50
Our pick of the must have products to face the day Clarins Men Anti- Fatigue Eye Serum, £29 Clarins Revitalizing Gel, £32
Ted Baker Brogue Manicure Set, £30, John Lewis
Molton brown Blue Mini Stowaway Men’s Body Wash and Lotion Set, £25 Molton Brown
Alan Jones Mens Grooming 105 London Road Seven Oaks TN13 1BH 01732 460 019 Hot Towel ShavesTraditional Hot Towel Shave; The traditional hot towel shave will be a 30 minute experience which will relax any man, this service will consist of a two pre-shaves and two hot towels to open the pours and cleanse the face resulting in a soft beard which will be ready to shave. This service will only consist of one take with the cut throat razor but will still result in a fresh feel for the customer. To end the shave will be a cold towel which will close the pours leaving the customer feeling hydrated and refreshed. (30 mins) From £21
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Cool kids, stylish clothes, great value! KEEP THE KIDS WARM IN STYLE THIS WINTER!
“Providing affordable, high quality kids clothing, straight from Europe’s top fashion catwalks”.
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HAT’S how Aisha, who runs the Rollybaby London children’s clothes store in South Woodford with husband Cassim, describes the couple’s company ethos. The pair tirelessly scour the high-end fashion emporiums of Spain, Italy and other leading fashion houses to provide toddlers and children with clothing that oozes style, panache and chic. Employing their combined 30-years experience in top-
end high street retail, the Rollybaby London concept was born. In addition, so was their first child, who Cassim
maintains was the real inspiration behind the unique venture. “Like all parents we’ve always wanted the best for him, and that includes appearance. However we found it tremendously difficult to find the right kind of quality at reasonable prices. That got us thinking, and the rest is history. I guess you could say our little pride and joy proved to be the true inspiration for the Rollybaby London brand!” As well as supplying
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an extensive range of beautifully crafted and elegant continental clothing and footwear, Rollybaby London also supplies unique handmade garments, boys and girl’s occasional dress, and a dazzling array of accessories. Each Rollybaby item is individually handpicked so parents can be sure they’re receiving the cream of the crop. In addition their store boasts ever-changing new and seasonal collections. The Rollybaby brand name stands for customer satisfaction, excellence and high dependability, with a dedicated customer helpline straight through to Aisha or Cassim – how many companies offer that level of service! “We value our clientele and believe in going the extra mile for them, says Aisha. “As the mum of a toddler I know just how difficult it can be. The day never seems to end, and just when you’re ready to put your feet up to enjoy a cuppa, off you go again.” “That’s why we’re always on hand to provide support and advice, and are always delighted to respond to any customer queries in person. Sometimes a customer query can turn into a chat!” Rollybaby London aims to take the stress out of high-end children’s clothes shopping by retailing through social media, email, or the good old-fashioned telephone. The approach seems to be working, with the company recently
expanding its operation to include a new sales outlet at the Intu Watford shopping centre in Hertfordshire. Rollybaby London has developed a fantastic and loyal customer base, which receives amazing incentives and offers. All-important to the Rollybaby philosophy is value for money, as Cassim underlines. “What’s important to our customers is important to us. We won’t settle for second best or compromise on quality, but we also insist on getting excellent value for our hard-earned money! In short, we believe cost should reflect quality.” Cassim and Aisha continue to search far and wide to deliver inspirational, high-quality garments for their growing band of happy customers at the best possible value. But don’t just take their word for it! Visit their Facebook page, drop them an email, give them a call, or pop in to their South Woodford boutique or Watford retail outlet.
Contact us: Boutiques: 180/182 The Galleria, South Woodford, E18 1AY (Nearest station: South Woodford – Central Line) Find us here Intu Watford (The Harlequin), Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 2UB (Nearest station: Watford – National Rail from Euston) Find us here Facebook: Rollybaby London Telephone: 07585 229 237 Email: sales@rollybaby. co.uk
With the nights drawing in and distant Yuletide bells on the horizon, Rollybaby London is proudly preparing to unveil its exciting new 2015/2016 Winter collection. Designed by Spain’s famed Manolita fashion house and boasting almost 100 new and inspirational designs, the collection combines lavish colours, chic designs and highquality craftsmanship. Brimming with creativity, style and panache, the new range is tailored to meet the sartorial requirements of the most discerning toddler, at prices equally discerning parents will find hard to match elsewhere! The specially handpicked range also ensures toddlers are kept warm and snug, in readiness for those frosty mornings and chilly nights. Their array of dazzling dresses, sophisticated suit combinations and cool and casual-wear are produced using the finest fabrics, including an extensive range of wool-based knitwear for boys and girls aged 6 months - 7 years Renowned designer Artesanía Manolita is a family run business founded in 1985, and prides itself on using the finest quality materials, with all its garments produced exclusively in Spain. Having sold out of its previous Manolita line, Rollybaby London is delighted to bring back this highly sought after range in readiness for a typical Blighty Winter! Check out the fantastic new range by visiting the Rollybaby London Facebook page, calling the customer helpline or simply popping into see them.
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Top tech learning Both a fun and educational experience - give your ‘whizz kids’ the chance to hone their skills of the future at a Fire Tech Camp
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F you’re children get bored with the usual activity-led holiday clubs held when schools out, a skillsbased education camp could be for them. Jill Hodges from London launched Fire Tech Camp when she realised there was a gap in the market for technology camps in the UK after her children had attended one in Los Angeles during a visit see their gran and loved it. “They’d come rushing home at the end of the day full of enthusiasm about what they’d learned from how to create interactive cartoons to coding video games and 3D printing their own designs,”
she says. Back home Jill decided to set up a business of her own creating the kind of educational experience that she was hoping to find for her
children. “Their passion for technology is what inspires my work,” Jill says proudly. With the support and encouragement of her husband Cedric and the help
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of her son and daughter who road-tested the classes before they launched, Fire Tech Camp was born and in January 2013 Jill got her first bookings. “The first camp was held in Imperial College, London we charged £450 for five days where 49 kids aged nine to 14 learned video game development and mobile app design.” Jill now runs courses across the country and has hosted over 2,000 children. Fire Tech Camp is based at Fab Lab London near Bank Station but also has regional bases in Bristol, Manchester, Cambridge, Reading and High Wycombe. The company’s ethos is to empower young people with technology and inspire them with the most forwardthinking and exciting elements of computer science. Courses aimed at children aged nine to 17, include 3D printing, digital photography and editing, robotics, Minecraft making, coding for Java and Python, digital music production, video game design, web development and mobile app development plus many more. The tech industry’s economic impact is huge - it contributes to over £91 billion to the UK economy. Jill explains: “The momentum in the tech
industry is going to continue and move into new areas. We still need people with great ideas but we are also going to see huge opportunities where software and hardware meet, for example in the connected homes and Internet of Things. The most important thing is that we have young people who have the interest and the skills to imagine new tech-enabled solutions to the problems around them. Technology is going to become increasingly important in life.” Jill adds: “These skills can give kids a voice, an opportunity to show off their creativity and empower them to solve a generation’s problems. Giving young
people the opportunity to explore different kids of digital making, embeds in them this approach to solving problems. Understanding how to be a digital-maker is also very empowering for young people.”
Fire Tech Camp is offering Autumn/ Winter 2015 courses in October, November and December. Two and five-day courses available include video game design, mobile app design, Java and Python coding and Robotics. Prices from £120 for a one-day course. For further information and to book visit www. firetechcamp.com. Find Fire Tech Camp on Twitter at @ FireTechCamp.
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Did you know that reading before you go to sleep is good for you? For younger children it’s a chance to end the day calmly, whilst bonding with a parent or carer. Your voice is a natural way to soothe little ones and by sharing a book, your child is more likely to become interested in reading themselves.
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OR the grownups, it helps you to put away the stresses of the day and refocus your mind. A 2009 study from researchers at University of Sussex showed that six minutes of reading reduces stress by 68%, clearing the mind and readying the body for sleep. So, no matter your age, make reading part of your bedtime routine! What you choose to read is entirely up to you, but here’s some recommendations to get you started, says NATASHA RADFORD. Knight Night, Owen Davey Go on a bedtime adventure with one little knight as he rides through forests to reach his bedroom, battles crocodiles to brush his teeth and climbs the tallest tower to get into bed. This exciting and imaginative bedtime tale is told through Owen Davey’s charming and witty words and illustrations — making this a perfect k-nightly read for every young adventurer. Very Little Cinderella, Heapy & Heap Very Little Cinderella is little. Very little. But she’s got a very BIG personality and one way or another she usually seems to bend others to her will. Join Very Little Cinderella on her very important mission: to go to the party that her Ugly Sisters are off to and to wear the outfit of her choice – however crazy it may be! With a Big Blue Scooter, an array of fabulous frocks and a Fairy Godmother for a babysitter what could go wrong? Find out in this fantastic fairy-tale twist. Roald Dahl’s classic and hilarious picture book, The Enormous Crocodile. The Enormous Crocodile is a horrid greedy grumptious brute who loves to guzzle up little boys and girls. But the other animals have had enough of his cunning tricks, so they scheme to get the better of this foul fiend, once and for all. Exciting, bold and instantly recognisable with Quentin
Blake’s inimitable artwork. With short chapters and quirky illustrations, it’s no surprise that Roald Dahl is still a firm favourite with children of all ages. Circus Mirandus, Cassie Beasley Do you believe in magic? Micah Tuttle does. Even though his awful Great-Aunt Gertrudis doesn’t approve, Micah believes in the stories his dying Grandpa Ephraim tells him of the magical Circus Mirandus: the invisible tiger guarding the gates, the beautiful flying birdwoman, and the magician more powerful than any other—the Man Who Bends Light. Finally, Grandpa Ephraim offers
proof. The Circus is real. And the Lightbender owes Ephraim a miracle. With his friend Jenny Mendoza in tow, Micah sets out to find the Circus and the man he believes will save his grandfather. The only problem is, the Lightbender doesn’t want to
keep his promise. And now it’s up to Micah to get the miracle he came for. The Letter for the King, Tonke Dragt It is the dead of night. Sixteenyear-old Tiuri must spend hours locked in a chapel in silent contemplation if he is to be knighted the next day. But, as he waits by the light of a flickering candle, he hears a knock at the door and a voice desperately asking for help. A secret letter must be delivered to King Unauwen across the GreatMountains - a letter upon which the fate of the entire kingdom depends. Tiuri has a vital role to play, one that might cost him his knighthood. All books available from Chicken and Frog Bookshop, chickenandfrog.com or call 01277 230068. Quote Made in Essex and you will receive 10% off any of the above titles.
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One of the majestic rooms at Britain’s most Tallison House & Gardens extraordinary home’ can be explored on Saturday as an Invitation to View: Talliston House and Gardens takes place from 2pm. This former three bedroom semidetached ex-council house in Great Dunmow, has been transformed into a series of inspiring locations by owner and author John Trevillian. Talliston breathtaking and completely (its name means ‘the hidden indescribable,’ it pretty much place,’ comprises 13 rooms each sums up this fascinating place set in in a different time and a unique interior design project, place. Each room or garden has art installation and private a rich story, incorporating 1,650 home all in one. Great Dunmow, antiques and objects from 27 Essex, Saturday September different countries. Described 12. £15. More details: www. by one visitor as astounding, invitationtoview.co.uk/the-tours.
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at this event organised by Local Chelmsford company, Sshhh Events Ltd . Tuck into some delicious concoctions served from some of the coolest, quirkiest of vehicles, set alongside various pop up boutique drinking bars. A ‘Gin Garden’, ‘Tequilla Teepee’ or maybe ‘Pimms on Pallets’ the choice is yours! From 2pm-11pm. Tickets can be purchased on the day, £2 before 5pm and £4 after. Children under 12 go free.
to make one at the Kite Festival & Classic Car Display on Sunday September 13, from 11am-4pm. Admire the wonderful cars from by-gone years displayed by the South Eastern Vintage and Classic Vehicle Club, or watch the amazing kites being flown by the experts from The Essex Kite Group.” Up up and away... Kites on Display
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fill a 25m swimming pool in 30 seconds! More info: www.gowhitewater.co.uk (3) – Essex Outdoors at Bradwell is a coastal outdoor education centre based on the Blackwater estuary, overlooking a lovely stretch of tidal water. The centre provides residential and day facilities for up to 50 people undertaking outdoor activities – and sailing is their speciality with sailing courses from beginners through to instructors running from April to September. They also offer archery, canoeing, high ropes and mountain biking. More info: www. essexoutdoors.com (4) – Follow in the hoof steps of royalty, saddle up and go riding. High Beech Riding School in Waltham Abbey caters for all riders - from beginner to experienced riders. Enjoy hacks in the picturesque woodland of Epping Forest. More info: www.
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with Harry and Cry Alastair Sim. 7.25 6.05 FILM:Fowler Hue and (1947) Comedy with Harry Fowler and Alastair Sim. 7.25 FILM: Wonder Man Comedy with Harry Fowler and Alastairwith Sim.Danny 7.25 FILM: Wonder Man Comedy with Danny Kaye and Virginia 9.00 The Mayo. (1945) FILM: Wonder Man Comedy with Danny Kaye and Virginia Mayo. (1945) 9.00 The Women’s Show (R/S) 9.30 Kaye and Football Virginia Mayo. 9.00Animal The Women’s Football Show (1945) (R/S) 9.30 Animal Park (R/S) 10.00 More Creatures Great and Women’s (R/S) 9.30Great Animal Park (R/S)Football 10.00 Show More Creatures and Small(R/S) (R/S)10.00 11.00More Labour Leadership: The Park Creatures Great and Small (R/S) 11.00 Labour Leadership: The Result (S) 12.00 Terry and Leadership: Mason’s Great Small (R/S) 11.00 Labour The Result (S) 12.00 Terry and Mason’s Great Food Trip 12.30 British Menu Result (S) (R/S) 12.00 Terry Great and Mason’s Great Food Trip (R/S) 12.30 Great British Menu (R/S) Trip 1.00 Great BritishGreat Menu (R/S) Menu 1.30 Food 12.30 (R/S) 1.00(R/S) Great British MenuBritish (R/S) 1.30 Great British Menu (R/S) 2.00 Golf: Walker (R/S) 1.30 Great1.00 BritishGreat MenuBritish (R/S) Menu 2.00 (R/S) Golf: Walker Cup (S) 6.45Menu Dad’s Army2.00 (R) Great British Cup (S) 6.45 Dad’s(R/S) Army (R) Golf: Walker 7.15(S)Last Night of the (R) Proms (S) Cup 6.45 Dad’s Army 7.15 Last Night of the Proms (S) 9.00 Last Mock the Week 7.15 of the(R/S) Proms (S) 9.00 MockNight the Week (R/S) 9.30 Cradlethe to Grave (R/S) (R/S) 9.00 9.30 Mock Cradle to Week Grave (R/S) 10.00 Cradle Boy Meets Girl Leo and Judy are 9.30 to Grave (R/S) 10.00 Boy Meets Girl Leo and Judy are looking forward a low-key Sunday 10.00 Boy Meets Girlto Leo and Judy are looking forward to a low-key Sunday lunch atforward the Nelson, but theirSunday plans looking to a low-key lunch at the Nelson, but their plans are thwarted. (R/S) but their plans lunch at the Nelson, are thwarted. (R/S) 10.30 are FILM: Defiance (2008) Thriller with thwarted. (R/S) 10.30 FILM: Defiance (2008) Thriller with Daniel Defiance Craig, Liev(2008) Schreiber, and 10.30 FILM: Thriller with Daniel Craig, Liev Schreiber, and Jamie Bell. (S)Liev Schreiber, and Daniel Craig, Jamie Bell. (S) 12.35 FILM: Primeval Action thriller (S) (2007) 12.35 Jamie FILM: Bell. Primeval (2007) Action thriller starring Dominic Purcell (2007) and Brooke 12.35 Primeval ActionLangton. thriller starringFILM: Dominic Purcell and Brooke Langton. (S) 2.05 This is BBC Two (S) starring and(S)Brooke Langton. (S) 2.05Dominic This is Purcell BBC Two (S) 2.05 This is BBC Two (S)
SUNDAY 13 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 13 SUNDAY SEPTEMBER SEPTEMBER 13 BBC1 BBC1 BBC1 6.00 Breakfast (S) 7.05 Match of the Day 6.00 Breakfast (S) 7.05 Match of the Day
8.30 The Andrew Marr Show 9.30 (R/S) 6.00 (S) 7.05 Match of (S) the Day 8.30 The Andrew Marr Show (S) 9.30 (R/S) Breakfast Athletics: North Run 1.45(S) Bargain 8.30Great The Andrew Marr(S) Show 9.30 (R/S) Athletics: Great North Run (S) 1.45 Bargain 2.15 Eat Well Saini Hunt (R/S)Great Athletics: Runfor (S)Less? 1.45 the Bargain Eat Well for Less? the Saini Hunt (R/S) 2.15North 3.15Eat The Great British the Bake Off Family (R/S)2.15 Well for Less? Saini Hunt (R/S) The Great British Bake Off Family (R/S) 3.15 4.15 Points of View (S) 4.30 Lifeline (R/S) 3.15 of The Great Bake Off Family (R/S)Points View (S)British 4.30 Lifeline (R/S) 4.15 4.40 Songs of Praise (S) 5.15 Pointless (S) 4.15 Points View (S) (S) 5.15 4.30 Pointless Lifeline (R/S) Songs ofof Praise (S) 4.40 6.05 News is Celebrities (R/S) of 4.40 Songs Praise (S) 6.20 5.15 This Pointless (S) News 6.20 This is Celebrities (R/S) 6.05 6.30 Countryfile (S) This is BBC One HD 6.05 News 6.20 Celebrities (R/S) BBC One HD 6.30 Countryfile (S) 7.30 One Antiques Roadshow (S) 6.30 Countryfile (S) BBC HD 7.30 Antiques Roadshow (S) 8.30 Antiques An Inspector Calls The 7.30 Roadshow (S) mysterious 8.30 An Inspector Calls The mysterious 'Inspector Goole' interrupts a wealthy 8.30 An Inspector Calls The mysterious 'Inspector Goole' interrupts a wealthy family's party to tell them a young 'Inspector Goole' interrupts wealthy family's party to tell them a ayoung woman committed suicide that night. family's to tellsuicide them athat young woman party committed night. But whatcommitted does it have to dothat withnight. woman suicide But what does it have to do with them?(S) But what does it have to do with them?(S) 10.00 them?(S) News 10.00 News 10.20 News This is BBC One HD 10.00 10.20 This is BBC One HD 10.30 This Match theOne Day 2 Mark Chapman 10.20 is of BBC 10.30 Match of the DayHD 2 Mark Chapman presentsofhighlights the day’s two 10.30 Match the Day of 2ofMark Chapman presents highlights the day’s two Premier League matches. (S) two presents highlights of the day’s Premier League matches. (S) 11.35 FILM: The Hunted (2002) (S) League matches. 11.35 Premier FILM: The Hunted (2002)(S) (S) 1.00 Weather for the Week(2002) Ahead (S) 11.35 FILM: The Hunted 1.00 Weather for the Week Ahead(S) (S) 1.05 Weather News for the Week Ahead (S) 1.00 1.05 News 1.05 News
BBC2 BBC2 BBC2 6.15 The Instant Gardener (R/S) 7.45 6.15 The Instant Gardener (R/S) 7.45
Countryfile (R/S) 8.45 Gardeners’ World 6.15 The Instant Gardener (R/S) 7.45 Countryfile (R/S) 8.45 Gardeners’ World (R/S)World 9.45 (S) 9.15 Beechgrove Countryfile (R/S) 8.45Garden Gardeners’ Garden (R/S) 9.45 (S) 9.15 Beechgrove Saturday Kitchen BestGarden Bites (S) 11.15 9.15 Beechgrove (R/S) 9.45 (S) Saturday Kitchen Best Bites (S) 11.15 Great British MenuBest (R/S) 12.15 Match of Saturday Kitchen Bites (S) 11.15 Great British Menu (R/S) 12.15 Match of 1.00 Flog It! Blackburn the Day Extra Great British Match(R/S) of 1.00(R/S) Flog 12.15 It! Blackburn (R/S) the Day ExtraMenu 1.30 Golf: Walker Athletics: 1.00Cup Flog(S) It! 6.00 Blackburn (R/S) the Day Extra 1.30 Golf: Walker Cup (S) 6.00 Athletics: Great NorthWalker Run Highlights (S) Athletics: 1.30 Golf: Cup (S) 6.00 Great North Run Highlights (S) 7.00 North World’s Railway (R/S) Great RunBusiest Highlights (S) 7.00 World’s Busiest Railway (R/S) 8.00 World’s Top Gear: Best of Series (R/S) 22 7.00 Busiest Railway 8.00 Top Gear: Best of Series 22 Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond 8.00 Top Gear: Best of Series 22 Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May star in a compilation Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May star in a compilation of their finest moments. (S) and James May star in a(S) compilation of their finest moments. 9.00 Special Forces - Ultimate their finest moments. (S) 9.00 of Special Forces - Ultimate (S) - Ultimate Week 9.00 Hell Special Forces Hell Week (S) 10.00 Hell Odyssey Week (S) 10.00 Odyssey 10.40 Odyssey Family Guy Peter and his friends 10.00 10.40 Family Guy Peter and his friends form a local and 10.40 Family Guy detective Peter andagency his friends form a local detective agency and discover thatdetective Chris is a thief. (S) form a local and discover that Chris is aagency thief. (S) 11.05 discover Family Guy that(R/S) Chris is a thief. (S) 11.05 Family Guy (R/S) 11.25 Family Guy (S) 11.05 11.25 Family Guy (R/S) (S) 11.45 FILM: The (1999) (S) 11.25 GuyBig (S)Kahuna 11.45 Family FILM: The Big Kahuna (1999) (S) 1.15 Countryfile (R/S) 2.10 Holby City (S) 11.45 FILM: The Big Kahuna (1999) 1.15 Countryfile (R/S) 2.10 Holby City 3.10 This is(R/S) BBC Two (S) (R/S) 1.15 3.10 This is BBC2.10 Two Holby (S) City (R/S) Countryfile (R/S) 3.10 This is BBC Two (S)
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6.30 The Pat &Aquabats! Stan (R/S) 7.05Show! Signed Stories 6.00 Super (R/S) 6.30 Pat & Stan (R/S) 7.05 Signed Stories (R/S) 7.25& Super 4 (R/S) 8.00 Avengers 6.30 Stan (R/S) 7.05 Signed Stories (R/S) Pat 7.25 Super 4 (R/S) 8.00 Avengers Assemble (R/S) 8.30 Fish8.00 Hooks (S) 9.25 (R/S) 7.25 Super 4 (R/S) Avengers Assemble (R/S) 8.30 Fish Hooks (S) 9.25 Murder, She Wrote (R/S) Kyle. Assemble (R/S) 8.30 Fish10.20 HooksJeremy (S) 9.25 Murder, She Wrote (R/S) 10.20 Jeremy Kyle. Three episodes (R/S) 1.3010.20 The Unforgettable Murder, She Wrote (R/S) Jeremy Kyle. Three episodes (R/S) 1.30 The Unforgettable Les Dawson (R/S) 2.00 The Chase (R/S) Three episodes (R/S) 1.30 The Unforgettable Les Dawson (R/S) 2.00 The Chase (R/S) 3.00 The X Factor (R/S)The 4.15 News(R/S) (S) Les (R/S) 2.00 Chase 3.00Dawson The X Factor (R/S) 4.15 News (S) 4.45 FILM: Back to the 4.15 Future (1985) 3.00 X Factor (R/S) News (S) 4.45 The FILM: Back to the Future (1985) Sci-fi comedy with Michael J Fox and 4.45 FILM: Back the Future (1985) Sci-fi comedy with to Michael J Fox and Christopher Lloyd. Sci-fi comedy with Michael J Fox and Christopher Lloyd. 7.00 KeepLloyd. It in the Family Bradley Christopher 7.00 Keep It in the Family Bradley Walsh Ithosts theFamily show in which two 7.00 Keep in the Walsh hosts the show inBradley which two families in a series go head-to-head Walsh the show in which two familieshosts in a series go head-to-head of games to win all sorts of prizes. (S) families a series of gamesgotohead-to-head win all sorts ofinprizes. (S) 8.00 The X Factor (S) games to win(S) all sorts of prizes. (S) 8.00 of The X Factor 9.15 The Through the Keyhole Keith Lemon 8.00 X Factor (S) 9.15 Through the Keyhole Keith Lemon hosts the the classic game Keith show. 9.15 Through Keyhole hosts the classic game show.Lemon 10.30 FILM: United 93game (2006)show. Drama classic 10.30 hosts FILM:the United 93 (2006) Drama based United on a true93story, starring 10.30 FILM: (2006) Drama based on a true story, starring Cheyenne Jackson, David Alan based on a true story, starring Cheyenne Jackson, David Alan Basche andJackson, Trish Gates. Cheyenne David Alan Basche and Trish Gates. 12.30 Jackpot247 (S) 3.00 Show Me and (S) Trish Gates. 12.30 Basche Jackpot247 3.00 Show Me the Telly (R/S) 12.30 (S) 3.00 Show Me the TellyJackpot247 (R/S) the Telly (R/S)
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CHANNEL CHANNEL 4 4 Double bill. CHANNEL 4 5.55 How I Met Your Mother. 5.55 How I Met Your Mother. Double bill.
6.45I Draw It (R/S) 7.10Double The King (R/S) 5.55 Met Your Mother. bill.of 6.45 Draw It (R/S) 7.10 The King of (R/S) How 8.00 Everybody Queens. Double (R/S)7.10 6.45 Drawbill. It (R/S) King of (R/S) Everybody Queens. Double bill. (R/S) 8.00The 9.00 Loves Raymond. Double bill. (R/S) 8.00 Everybody Queens. Double bill. (R/S) Loves Raymond. Double bill. (R/S) 9.00 Frasier. Double bill. (R/S) bill. 10.00 For the 9.00 Loves Double (R/S) Frasier.Raymond. Double bill. (R/S) 10.00 For the Undercover Boss Love of Cars (R/S) Frasier. bill. 11.00 (R/S) 10.00 For the 11.00 Undercover Boss Love of Double Cars (R/S) 12.05 ComeUndercover Dine with Me Canada (R/S)(R/S) 11.00 Boss Love of Cars Canada (R/S) 12.05 Come Dine with Me 1.05 Jamie’s 15Come Minute Meals (R/S) (R/S) 12.05 Dine with Me Canada (R/S) (R/S) 1.05 Jamie’s 15 Minute Meals (R/S) 1.35 CH4 (S)154.00 French Collection 1.05Racing Jamie’s Minute Meals (R/S) (R/S) 1.35 CH4 Racing (S) 4.00 French Collection 5.00 Come (S) Dine withFrench Me (S) 6.00 (R/S) CH4 1.35 4.00 Come Dine with Me (S)Collection 6.00 (R/S) 5.00Racing The Simpsons (R/S) 6.30 Hollyoaks (S) 5.00 Come Dine withHollyoaks Me (S) 6.00 (R/S) The Simpsons (R/S) 6.30 (S) 7.00Simpsons News (S) The (R/S) 6.30 Hollyoaks (S) 7.00 News (S) 8.00 News Celebrity Fifteen to One (R/S) 7.00 (S) 8.00 Celebrity Fifteen to One (R/S) 9.00 Celebrity Gogglebox Britain’stofavourite TV 8.00 One (R/S) 9.00 GoggleboxFifteen Britain’s favourite TV viewers share their passionate and 9.00 Gogglebox Britain’s favourite TV viewers share their passionate and sometimes emotional critiques of viewers share their passionate sometimes emotional critiques and of the week’s biggest shows. sometimes emotional critiques of the week’s biggest shows. 10.05 Alan Carr (S) week’s biggest shows. 10.05 the Alan Carr (S) 11.10 Alan First Carr Dates(S) (R/S) 10.05 11.10 First Dates (R/S) 12.15 Bad Robots 12.45 FILM: 11.10 Dates (S) (R/S) 12.15 First Bad Robots (S) 12.45 FILM: (2012) (S) Supernatural Byzantium 12.15 Bad Robots (S)2.40 12.45 FILM: (2012) (S) 2.40 Supernatural Byzantium Designs Australia (S) 4.20 (S) 3.25 Grand (2012) (S) 2.40 Supernatural Byzantium (S) 4.20 (S) 3.25 Grand Designs Australia Kirstie’s Vintage Gems (R/S) 4.25 (S) You 3.25 Grand Designs Australia (S) Kirstie’s Vintage Gems (R/S) 4.25 You4.20 5.20 Selling Deserve This House (R/S) Kirstie’s Vintage Gems (R/S) 4.25 You Deserve This House (R/S) 5.20 Selling Houses with Amanda Lamb (S) Deserve ThisAmanda House (R/S) Houses with Lamb5.20 (S) Selling Houses with Amanda Lamb (S)
CHANNEL CHANNEL 4 4 Double bill. CHANNEL 4 6.15 How I Met Your Mother. 6.15 How I Met Your Mother. Double bill.
7.05I Great North Swim Double 2015 (S) (R/S) 6.15 Met Your Mother. bill. 7.05 Great North Swim 2015 (S) (R/S) How 8.00 The Morning Line (S) 9.00 Frasier. Great North 2015 (S) (R/S) 8.00 7.05 The Morning Line Swim (S) 9.00 Frasier. The9.00 Big Bang Double bill.Morning (R/S) 10.00 8.00 The Line (S) The Big Frasier. Bang Double bill. (R/S) 10.00 Theory. Double bill.10.00 (R/S) 10.55 BigCome BangDine Double (R/S) 10.55 Come Dine Theory. bill. Double bill. (R/S) The 1.30 CH4 Racing with Me.Double Doublebill. bill.(R/S) (R/S)10.55 Come Dine Theory. with Me. Double bill. (R/S) 1.30 CH4 Racing 4.05 Couples Come (S) 1.30with CH4Me. Racing with Me. Double bill. (R/S)Dine Couples Come Dine with Me. (S) 4.05 News (S)with 6.00 Double (S) 5.30 4.05bill. Couples Come Dine Me. (S) News (S) 6.00 Double bill. (S) 5.30 Location, Location, (R/S) News (S) 6.00 Double bill. (S) 5.30Location Location, Location, Location (R/S) 7.00 Grand Designs Kevin(R/S) meets a Location, Location, Location 7.00 Grand Designs Kevin meets a man who’s attempting buildaone 7.00 Grand Designs Kevin to meets man who’s attempting to build one of the largest homes ever featured man attempting to build one of thewho’s largest homes ever featured on Grand Designs. (R/S) of the largest homes ever on Grand Designs. (R/S) featured 8.00 on Our Guy in India Guy Martin takes Designs. (R/S) 8.00 OurGrand Guy in India Guy Martin takes a 1000-mile across 8.00 Our Guy in trip India Guy India, Martinheading takes a 1000-mile trip across India, heading to one of the world’s maddest bike ato1000-mile acrossmaddest India, heading one of thetrip world’s bike races: Rider Mania. (R/S) to one of the world’s maddest bike races: Rider Mania. (R/S) 9.00 races: It WasRider Alright in the 1980s (S) Mania. (R/S) 9.00 It Was Alright in the 1980s (S) 10.00 It This is Alright England ‘83 ‘90 9.00 Was the-- 1980s 10.00 This is Englandin‘83 ‘90 (S) 10.05 This Gogglebox (R/S)‘83 - ‘90 10.00 is England 10.05 Gogglebox (R/S) 11.10 Gogglebox FILM: Chronicle (R/S) 10.05 (R/S) (2012) 11.10 FILM: Chronicle (2012) (R/S) 12.50 Alan (R/S) 1.45 FILM: Choke 11.10 FILM:Carr Chronicle (2012) (R/S) 12.50 Alan Carr (R/S) 1.45 FILM: Choke (2008) (R/S) 3.15 Hollyoaks Omnibus (S) 12.50 1.45 FILM: Choke (2008) Alan (R/S)Carr 3.15(R/S) Hollyoaks Omnibus (S) 5.25 1001 Things You Should Know (R/S) (2008) (R/S)Things 3.15 Hollyoaks Omnibus (S) 5.25 1001 You Should Know (R/S) 5.25 1001 Things You Should Know (R/S)
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CHANNEL CHANNEL 5 5 CHANNEL 6.00 Milkshake 9.15 The5 Wright Stuff 6.00 Milkshake 9.15 The Wright Stuff
11.10 Cowboy Builders (R/S) 12.15 6.00 9.15 The Wright Stuff 11.10Milkshake Cowboy Builders (R/S) 12.15 Celebrity Big Brother (R) (R/S) 1.15 Home and 11.10 Cowboy Builders Celebrity Big Brother (R) 1.15 12.15 Home and Away (S) Big 1.45 Neighbours (S) Home 2.15 NCIS Celebrity Brother (R) 1.15 and Away (S) 1.45 Neighbours (S) 2.15 NCIS (R/S) 3.20 FILM: Patricia (S) Cornwell’s The Away 1.45 Neighbours 2.15 NCIS (R/S) (S) 3.20 FILM: Patricia Cornwell’s The Front (2010) (S) 5.30 Neighbours (R/S) (R/S) FILM: Patricia Cornwell’s Front3.20 (2010) (S) 5.30 Neighbours (R/S)The 6.00 Home and Away (R/S) 6.30 News Front (2010) (S) 5.30 Neighbours (R/S) 6.00 Home and Away (R/S) 6.30 News 7.00 Home Cricket 5 (S) 6.00 andon Away (R/S) 6.30 News 7.00 Cricket on 5 (S) 8.00 Cricket Twin Towers: The Missing 7.00 on 5 (S) 8.00 Twin Towers: The Missing This programme at 8.00 Evidence Twin Towers: Missinglooks Evidence This The programme looks at the questions that have been raised Evidence Thisthat programme looks at the questions have been raised to dispute the that official findings into the the questions have been raised to dispute the official findings into the events of September 11, 2001.into (R/S) to dispute the official findings the events of September 11, 2001. (R/S) 9.00 events Celebrity Big Brother: of September 11, Live 2001. (R/S) 9.00 Celebrity Big Brother: Live Eviction Highlights of all the latest 9.00 Celebrity Big Brother: Eviction Highlights of allLive the latest events inside the house celebrities Eviction Highlights of allas the latest events inside the house as celebrities from theinside UK and USA take part in the events the house as from the UK and USA take celebrities part in the ultimate CBB battle. (S) from the UK and USA take part in the ultimate CBB battle. (S) 10.30 ultimate Celebrity Bigbattle. Brother’s CBB (S) 10.30 Celebrity Big Brother’s Bit on the Side 10.30 Celebrity Brother’s Bit on theBig Side 11.30 Bit Celebrity Brother: on theBig Side 11.30 Celebrity Big Brother: from Big the Brother: House 11.30 Live Celebrity Live from the House 12.00 Supercasino 3.10 Celebrity Big Live from the House 12.00 Supercasino 3.10 Celebrity Big Brother: Live Eviction3.10 (R/S) 4.30 Access 12.00 Big Brother:Supercasino Live Eviction (R/S)Celebrity 4.30 Access (R) 4.40 House Doctor (R/S) Brother: Eviction (R/S) 4.30 Access (R) 4.40Live House Doctor (R/S) (R) 4.40 House Doctor (R/S)
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CHANNEL CHANNEL 5 5 Builders (R/S) CHANNEL 5 6.00 Milkshake 9.55 Cowboy 6.00 Milkshake 9.55 Cowboy Builders (R/S)
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AMG C 63 Coupe offers more performance, Page 58
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SEAT means business with Leon model
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EAT has launched a brand new edition of the highlyacclaimed Leon aimed squarely at business drivers who demand quality, style and value above all else – the Leon SE Technology Business. The new model boasts a raft of equipment to support fleets and make life easier for company car drivers including a Technology Pack, adaptive cruise control, rear parking sensors and a Convenience Pack. Like its fleet-optimised specification, the new model’s powertrain options maximise value for business drivers and fleets – particularly with the new tax regime in mind. The five-door 1.6 TDI 110PS version emits just 99 g/km of CO2 and achieves 74.3 mpg on the combined cycle. Its benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax rate is a fleet-friendly 17% in five-door guise and 18% in ST estate format. Already one of the standout vehicles in its class, the multitalented Leon now really means business, with an equipment list, drivetrain options and improved
residual values creating a compelling package for fleet businesses and drivers alike. The Technology Pack, comprising integrated satellite navigation, DAB audio system and LED headlights, was chosen alongside adaptive cruise control and rear parking sensors for maximum comfort and safety. The Convenience Pack, consisting of automatic headlights, rain sensor and auto dimming rear view mirror, means the vehicle is easy to live with. SEAT’s exceptionally efficient 1.6-litre four cylinder TDI engine resides in the entry-level SE Technology Business model. Given it produces an ample 110PS and performance to satisfy the keen driver, its efficiency is all the more surprising – achieving up to 74.3mpg on the combined cycle. Initially available in capacious estate form, the SEAT Leon ST SE Technology Business is available to order in either 1.6 TDI 110PS or 2.0 TDI 150PS form, priced from £20,545 (P11D value) or £20,650 OTR. The order book for the fivedoor version will open in early 2016.
Balancing increased performance and efficiency, the potent 2.0-litre turbo diesel engine delivers an even more lively drive, enabling the fivedoor variant to reach 62 mph in only 8.4 seconds. Despite its energetic performance, the 150 PS engine can still return an impressive 68.9mpg and emit just 106 g/km of CO2 (five-door and ST). Strong economy and efficiency is
bolstered by impressive predicted residual values; the Leon ST SE Technology Business is expected to be a desirable vehicle for major end-user fleets and small business customers, where a high level of specification and low p(11)d values are essential. SEAT UK Head of Fleet and Business Sales, Peter McDonald, said: “The Leon has spearheaded our fleet
Merc coupe offers driving performance MERCEDES-AMG is setting a further landmark in the brand’s history with the new C 63 Coupe, which is the next step on the way to yet more technical and visual distinctiveness. The far-reaching technical modifications are evident at first sight: strikingly flared front and rear wheel arches, an increased track width and larger wheels give the Coupé a muscular look while at the same time providing a basis for the highly agile longitudinal and lateral dynamics. The brand’s typical “Driving Performance” is taken to new heights also with the C 63 Coupe. The AMG 4.0-litre V8 biturbo engine with 476 hp or 510 h) is just as much a completely in-house development from Affalterbach as, for example, the sophisticated AMG Ride Control suspension with electronically controlled shock absorbers, the set-up of the AMG Dynamic Select transmission modes, the rear-axle limited-slip differential or the dynamic engine mounts. The C-Class is Mercedes-AMG’s best-selling model series and forms the backbone of the company’s success. Since its launch in 2011, the Coupé version has steadily gained in significance, culminating with the C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series. “The new C 63 Coupe embodies
our conception of progress: It offers impressive longitudinal and lateral dynamics at an extremely high level along with improved fuel economy,” says Tobias Moers, Chairman of the Board of Management of MercedesAMG. “In addition, we are making a bold visual statement with the muscular design.
“Our customers can therefore experience the progress with each of their senses: seeing, hearing, feeling and, above all, driving!” The Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupe will celebrate its world premiere on September 15, 2015 at the Frankfurt International Motor Show. The market launch will begin in March 2016.
The striking Mercedes-AMG C 63 Coupe
sales drive over the last 18 months, but the SE Technology Business takes the model on to the next level when it comes to business use. “An already impressive package has been made even more compelling, especially when value is such a key part of the equation, which it inevitably is whether the choice is down to the user chooser or fleet manager.”
BEWARE BUYING SCAMS ONE OF the leading consumer vehicle data provider – My Car Check – has warned of a sharp rise in scams targeting used car and motorbike buyers and sellers. Telltale signs that conmen might be involved include: n Vehicles advertised for considerably less than they are worth n Mention of the vehicle being shipped to or from another country n All communication conducted via email, often in broken English Justin Powell, manager of My Car Check’s Glasgow call centre, said: “We are constantly hearing about scams in the used vehicle market, but the frequency of these calls has increased markedly in recent weeks. They are nearly always private sales because the crooks prey on peoples’ unfamiliarity with the process. We urge both buyers and sellers to be extra vigilant. “For buyers, our history checks can prevent an expensive mistake, but all too often people contact us after the event, because they fear something is wrong. One such
customer recently transferred £11,000 on the promise of a car being shipped from Germany. It was a classic scam. Rather than going into a secure holding account, the money was simply pocketed by the criminals. The car will never arrive.” Below is an actual email targeting a buyer interested in a Ford Focus: “Hello there, I am glad to hear that you are interested to buy my Ford Focus. Although I am registered in the UK, I recently moved to Cadiz, Spain (where my family is from) and the car is being shipped from here. “I want to sell it in UK due to the fact that it’s an UK version (right handed). It still has UK registration, so you won’t have to pay any import and insurance fees. You will get from me the keys and all documents to register the car in you name. If the car is not how i described it, i will offer a full refund. It will be insured during transportation and will be delivered at your address in maximum 10 days. Final price is GBP 4,000 (the price includes shipping and insurance fees).’’
‘It will bring a lot of pleasure to both driver and passengers, who can all enjoy the spaciousness and almost sumptuous ambience of the Touareg’
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OUAREG – the nomadic people of the Sahara Desert where women rule the roost. The Volkswagen Touareg – nothing much feminine about this big, beefy machine, although maybe it could get you from one side of the desert to the other. But, even with the 262PS version of the 3-litre V6 diesel, you’d better make sure your fuel tank can be filled up at very regular intervals. Touaregs are available with two versions of big diesel engine. A short drive, 20 miles on easy, quiet roads, in the entry level 204PS car, showed a return (on the car’s trip computer) of 35.6 mpg. I noted that I found the car really inspired confidence with its good handling and good outward visibility. Later, a week and more than 400 miles in a whole variety of road and traffic conditions, including several very severe traffic jams, enabled a whole lot more to learned about
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TOM SCANLAN the Touareg. This time it was the 262PS model and a car that can punch its way to 62 mph in only 7.3 seconds. That sort of performance in a big hulk of a machine feels most impressive, but you might not want to try it too often for fear of being frightened by rapid movement of the fuel gauge. In fact, the overall consumption in my week with the car finished at reasonable 29.3 mpg. That is OK, considering that, on one occasion, I was stuck in a two-mile jam that took two hours to be free from. The car’s stop-start system helped a trifle, no doubt, but the slight judder every time the engine stopped or started became a bit wearing, in proportion to my rising blood pressure! At least the car was very comfortable just to sit in, and, of course, to ride in at any speed. With all its technohelp for the driver, it
was also immediately easy to drive. The gearbox is VW’s 8-speed tiptronic. This has the usual options of manual selection and the Sport mode; Sport has the engine hanging onto its revs longer and (on pretty well any car with a similar system) one that I can’t really see any point in having -- for me, all that that does is waste fuel. The test car’s onroad-price of £48,405 had me delving deeply into what you get for all of that money. Well, the list is long. Name any feature, whether for safety, or comfort, or convenience, and this car probably has it. An optional extra included an up-market towbar system costing £765 and this very powerful VW’s 580 Nm of torque could surely cope with any caravan on the market. Such a car will not be cheap to run, emissions are 174 g/km and the insurance group is 43E. But it will bring a lot of pleasure to both driver and passengers, who can all enjoy the spaciousness and
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almost sumptuous ambience of the Touareg. Loading the rear is easy and, naturally, there is a button to press to bring the tailgate back down into place. The Touareg may be quite a lot of money, but it’s certainly quite a lot of car.
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Model: Volkswagen Touareg Engine: 3.0-litre diesel engine developing 262PS of power and 580Nm of torque Transmission: Eight-speed automatic,, four wheel drive Performance: Maximum speed 140mph, 0-60, 7.3 seconds Economy: 42.8 mpg official combined, 29.3 mpg on test CO2 emissions: 174 g/km Price: £48,405
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HELMSFORD Cricket Club have ended a twenty-two year wait for a top level first team trophy. Captain Nick Bailey played a brilliant hand guiding his team to a seven-wicket win with crucial contributions from the Clifford brothers, James and Ben. A terrific display in the field restricted the home side Brentwood to 143, the last five wickets falling for just 11 as James Clifford (4-41) provided an inspired spell. The second wicket partnership between Nick Bailey (67) and Ben Clifford (51) who had contributed a couple of wickets as well broke the back of the chase. Aaron Beard set off rapturous celebrations as he hit the winning runs. This has been a terrific triumph for a young team, very well led by Nick Bailey, the nephew of Chelmsford’s last title winning captain, Barry Clayden. The second team ended the season with fifteen wins from 18 games but so too did Wanstead & Snaresbrook and they had a few extra points. Once Wanstead won the toss and batted, they only needed a single point to claim the title and although they struggled they did manage it. Mark Drain (4-61) bowled typically well and Liam Keaney and Gary Chidley both made 42 before a horrible collapse left Drain to drag his side over the line by two wickets.
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Brentwood 143 all out Chelmsford 144-3
(Chelmsford won by 7 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League Premier Division Played at the Old County Ground
CHELMSFORD went into the game in an interesting predicament, their primary objective was to win the game and win the league. Given the rain during the week and on the morning of the game, Chelmsford elected to bowl first and take advantage of any early movement. As he has done consistently this year, Sam Cook (1-33) struck early to remove opener Oakley. Although the bowlers were able to largely contain the scoring, a second breakthrough was proving to be difficult and Balmford began to play some confident strokes. A mix-up led to a run-out, before Ben Clifford (2-16) struck twice to remove Balmford (48) and Walford to leave the innings in a bit of trouble at 72 for four. The lunch break had the desired effect for Chelmsford and an inspired spell from James Clifford destroyed the Brentwood middle order, including the prize wicket of West (42) to an excellent catch on the boundary from Aaron Beard. Batsmen came and went fairly quickly and the return of Beard and a second run out meant that the innings rather petered out to 143 all out.
Those echoes continued in the third team. A win at Hutton was what secured the title for them in 1993, although that time it was a win for Hutton over Chelmsford’s rivals Chingford. This time it was a win for Chelmsford in typically hard-fought fashion, with Connor Cheverall making a half century. Jay Smith continued his fine form with 75 as the fourth team rounded off their season with a win. Typically there were major contributions from Neil Raisborough (5-62) and Phil Arnold (51) as they chased down Southend’s total of 209 for seven for the loss of five wickets. Gore (93) and Elliott (53) had rescued the Southend innings after a poor start and Elliott also claimed four wickets in vain. This win was enough to gain Chelmsford third place in Division 1 of the 3rd XI league, the second highest finish in their history. Chingford were despatched with some comfort by the fifth team who ended the season – in the 4th XI Premier - in a highly respectable fourth place. Matt Cole took four wickets as Chingford were restricted to 128, Blake making 37 of those. Zish Panjwani (65*), one of title winners from 1993 and Ed Cole (39) who was some years away from being born set Chelmsford on their way to a nine-wicket win. The competitive season was rounded off in
With memories of last week’s collapse still in their minds, the innings started poorly with Dan Hagen edging Moore to slip without scoring. Ben Clifford survived an early chance, responding in typical Ben fashion by despatching the next ball back over the bowler’s head for a one-bounce four. West finally got the breakthrough, Clifford skying an attempted straight hit to fall for an outstanding 51. Jack Sterland announced his arrival at the crease with a textbook six over extra-cover, and unfortunately this was the final score before a painstaking tea break was taken with just 20 runs required for victory. The break had some benefit for Brentwood as Sterland fell soon afterwards to Moore (2-39), but Aaron Beard demonstrated excellent maturity to provide an ideal partner for skipper Bailey to get over the line. As the finish drew close the watching players and crowd began to get nervous, but a couple of deft touches from Beard provided the winning runs to the delight of all involved. 2ND TEAM Wanstead & Snaresbrook 141 all out Chelmsford 142-8 (Chelmsford won by 2 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League 2nd XI Premier Division Played at Chelmer Park
THE second team signed off for
After a 22 year wait, Chelmsford First team celebrate as Shepherd Neame Premier Division league champions
rather low key fashion on Sunday. The first team rounded off their campaign with a comfortable win over Belhus. Joyce (36) showed some fight but the visitors were dismissed for 122, James Clifford taking three for 5 and Tom Halsey and Sean Sullivan two apiece. Jack Sterland (63) and Ben Clifford (31) were amongst the runs as the target was achieved in good time with four wickets lost. There was one defeat as the Sunday seconds lost a friendly to Aythorpe Roding. Jay Smith (5-25) excelled with the ball this time with Rory Skepelhorn (2-16) supporting well as Aythorpe made 174. The same pair were in at the end and nearly got Chelmsford over the line but Smith was run out off the last ball with the score on 173.
the season with a win but it was not enough to win them the title. With an early wicket for Liam Keaney as well, Chelmsford had hopes. The combination of Drain and Matt Thurston (3-37) reduced Wanstead to 99 for seven. NIkunj Velani (42) guided his team towards the bonus point at 125 before falling to Drain (4-61) with three still needed. Those vital few runs were achieved to deflate Chelmsford but Vit Sapaetharan rounded off the innings at 143 with two quick wickets. The third wicket partnership between Gary Chidley (42) and Liam Keaney (42) had Chelmsford cruising at 101 for two before a collapse, largely initiated by Jack Lord (4-40). The score fell away to 122 for eight. Drain and Thurston combined again to see it through and at least leave the champions with a warning for next year. 3RD TEAM Hutton 134 all out Chelmsford 135-5
(Chelmsford won by 5 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League 3rd XI Premier Division Played at the Polo Fields
ANOTHER efficient but far from dazzling performance wrapped up the league title for Chelmsford third team. Three early wickets from Harry Arnold had the Hutton innings in
There was good news too in the Colts section with Chelmsford’s under-9 teams and under-11 team having reached Finals Day at Hutton. The under-11s were well beaten by Springfield but had played really well and performed beyond expectations in getting that far. The under-9s though really rose to the occasion. Maldon and Springfield were seen off in the semifinals to set up a boys against girls contest and it was the under 9 boys who prevailed over the under 10 Willows in a keen contest. Both teams played some excellent cricket on the day. Also in attendance were some of the members of the under-13 side in order to pick up the trophy for winning the main division in that age group, an excellent achievement over the season.
tatters and raised hopes of a short afternoons work. There was a wicket apiece for Stephen Drain and Alistair Fergus as well. Shortly after drinks, Neal Abhyankar took the sixth wicket with the score short of 60. The seventh wicket pair showed some stout resistance though before the wily Keith Goodman broke through, luring Southgate out of his crease. Hutton’s captain Spooner was well set and began to play more aggressively with some success. He lost another partner as Drain effected a run out but took the score past 125. It was Goodman who picked up the final two wickets to close the innings at 134. Spooner was last man out, superbly caught by Sam Trowell after a pragmatic 66. Goodman finished with three for 42, Arnold three for 22. The reply started well but it was too much to ask for things to go smoothly. Frustrated by an inability to take singles, David Thrift (25) hit the ball to mid-off at 57 and the second wicket fell a few overs later. Connor Cheverall (52) played some fine shots but just after reaching his half century, he played an unnecessarily risky shot to make it 88 for three. Sam Trowell looked in good touch though and hit some sparkling boundaries to bring victory closer. A
silly run out made it four down with 26 still needed but Trowell (33) continued in a similar vein until he was very well caught with 9 needed, giving a third wicket to Rasburn (3-28). Skipper James Arnold and Stephen Drain knocked off the last few runs with Arnold hitting the winning runs. This was due reward for James who has had to work very hard to get teams out week after week. 4TH TEAM Southend & EMT 209-7 Chelmsford 212-5
(Chelmsford won by 5 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League 3rd XI Division 1 Played at Chelmer Park
5TH TEAM
Chingford 143 all out Chelmsford 144-3
(Chelmsford won by 7 wickets) Shepherd Neame Essex League 4th XI Premier Division Played at Chelmer Park
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Belhus 121 all out Chelmsford 122-4
(Chelmsford won by 6 wickets)Spa Tec Essex Sunday League Premier Division Played at Chelmer Park
2ND TEAM
Aythorpe Roding 174 all out Chelmsford 173-8 (Aythorpe Roding won by 1 run) Friendly Played at Aythorpe Roding
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FOOTBALL
Clarets rue chances and let lead slip
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HELMSFORD made just one change to the side that beat Maidstone United with defender Aiden Palmer replacing the impressive Jonah Gosling. The Clarets started energetically – buoyed by their back-to-back wins – with Hugo Skepelhorn winning an early corner off Dan Strugnell. Lee Sawyer’s set-piece was teasing but Marvin Morgan managed to clear it away. And it was Morgan who then initiated the counter-attack before eventually shooting at goal himself, only an outstretched glove from Dibble denying him an early opener.
The hosts almost gained an advantage with some intricate play between Skepelhorn, Bricknell and Mark Hughes, although Luke Daley’s cross from the right was picked off by Havant as City worked their way into the match through encouraging pressing play. It was the Hawks’ right-back Harry Medway who then inflicted brief panic for the City defence when he hooked in a cross, but McAuley stood strong to block Morgan’s effort on the turn. City were then presented with the chance they longed for after Lee Sawyer was hauled to the floor by Brian Stock on the left. They failed to capitalise,
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however, with the Havant defence heading away the danger comfortably. Luke Daley let fly on a shot that was always dipping but had too much pace on it to truly threaten. Havant’s Adrian Clifton looked the most likely to break City down with pace as the first-half drew to a close, but it was Matt Paterson who made Dibble work. The loanee ‘keeper stood strong to his effort from just outside the area with the save proving crucial. Hughes hit a post after good work by Billy Bricknell on the right before the latter broke the deadlock two minutes prior to the break. Aiden Palmer brought the ball down perfectly inside the area and, with no Havant player around him, had time to spot Bricknell who netted his fourth goal of the season, hammering home past Ryan Young. That wasn’t the end of the action though as in first-half stoppage time Hugo Skepelhorn won a penalty following a clumsy challenge from Manny Monthe. Lee Sawyer stepped up for his second
penalty in two games to give the Clarets a valuable two goal lead and alter the complexion of the match. City were not content with their two goal advantage and looked for a third after the interval with Skepelhorn bursting forward, only to be fouled by Brian Stock. Lee Sawyer failed to make the freekick count as Monthe cleared his delivery away, and then Marvin Ekpiteta thwarted the counter-attack that followed. Havant then had a penalty turned down after Paterson was blocked off inside the area before Scott Donnelly, who has always performed well against the Clarets, tested Dibble from range with the City ‘keeper’s fingertips retaining the host’s two-goal advantage. The comeback started when Paterson punished the Clarets’ defence after they were caught on the back foot, lobbing Dibble from inside the area after the ‘keeper rushed off his line. It was a well-taken finish from the front man who was kept quiet for the majority of the match. And the Clarets were left to rue their failure to net a third when Brian Stock levelled with 13-minutes remaining. The midfielder picked the ball up from range before hammering an unstoppable shot past Dibble to equalise. ADAM MAY
Hope hat-trick seals thumping win Frank and Celia Eade, left, present the trophy to Pam Robinson, Ron Lofts and Les Powell.
Lofts lifts bowls triple trophy VETERAN lawn bowler Ron Lofts led his team to victory in the Richards Trophy mixed triples competition at Brentwood Bowling Club recently. Twenty-four players took part in this year’s competition in tribute to the memory of former
members George and Olive Richards from Doddinghurst. Centenarian George died in 2011 and his wife died seven years earlier at the age of 90. Their daughter Celia Eade and husband Frank were guests at this year’s event at King
Indoor taster sessions
BUDDING bowlers are being invited to try their hand at indoor bowling with two free taster events hosted by Brentwood-based Stonyhill Bowls Club. Based in Brentwood Road, Herongate, experienced club members will be on hand to welcome visitors from 10am-4pm on Saturday and Sunday, 26 & 27 September, when newcomers will be able to learn the basics and have a ‘roll-up’ practice session. Club spokesman Ann Powell says: “Indoor bowling is an ideal activity for individuals, couples, and families and it is an enjoyable way to keep fit and healthy. “It is also an activity which can be enjoyed by outdoor bowlers who want to continue playing through the winter. And because it’s always dry and warm indoors, it also appeals to other sports enthusiasts such as golfers.” For further information about the taster events or to arrange free trial sessions at other times, call Stonyhill on 01277 811848.
George’s Playing Fields and presented the trophy to the winning team. Celia thanked officials for their invitation to spend the afternoon at the club and congratulated Lofts and his team members Pam Robinson and Les Powell. She said her parents would have been delighted to know that the family’s association with Brentwood Bowling Club was continuing due to the trophy competition. The eight teams taking part each played three games of six ends with points awarded for shots and ends won. Scorekeepers Ann Rose and Cliff Jaycock revealed that only three points separated the top three teams. Runners-up were Maureen Jaycock (skip) with Kate Davies and Harry Everid and in third place were Geoff Byatt (skip) with Ann Powell and Joan Stevenson.
BRENTWOOD Town recorded their biggest win as a Ryman League club as Liam Hope’s hat-trick helped them to a 7-0 victory over Staines Town at The Arena. Jamie Guy opened the scoring before Hope netted from the spot to put Brentwood 2-0 up by half-time. Another Hope penalty increased the Blues’ lead and Guy’s second goal of the game put the result beyond doubt. Ryan O’Rawe and captain Martyn Stokes each got on the scoresheet before Hope completed his hat-trick late on. Brentwood leapfrog Staines with the win, moving up to 16th in the Ryman Premier Division. Manager Dean Holdsworth made two changes to the side that lost 4-0 to Grays Athletic on Bank Holiday Monday, with Ritchie Jones and Shad Ngandu replacing Josh Banton and Robbie Rees respectively. The match pitted last season’s Ryman North play-off winners against a Staines side who suffered relegation from the Conference South. Both teams made a tentative start to the game, with neither goalkeeper having to make
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anything more than a routine save. After half an hour Brentwood upped the tempo and both O’Rawe and Hope went close before the hosts eventually opened the scoring in the 33rd minute. Hope headed Mitch Hahn’s corner against the crossbar and the ball fell kindly to Guy who was on hand to poke it in from a couple of yards. Just four minutes later Hope doubled Brentwood’s lead from the penalty spot after Guy was fouled inside the box. The former Enfield Town striker stepped up and sent Jack Turner the wrong way, firing in off the right post. Staines manager Nicky Forster didn’t wait until halftime to make changes. With 40 minutes gone he made a double substitution with Jack Hutchinson and Ahmed Abdulla entering the fray, but neither player was able to change the scoreline. The Swans began the second
half well, but their bright start was cut short in the 58th minute when captain Joe O’Cearuill brought Hope down inside the area. The frontman dusted himself down and found the bottom corner, despite Turner getting a hand to the ball. From then on Brentwood dominated proceedings and Leon Fisher’s short pass set up Guy who curled in the home side’s fourth with the aid of a deflection, the striker’s fourth goal in three games for the Blues. Brentwood’s centre-half pairing then got in on the scoring. Hahn found O’Rawe with one of his trademark long throws and the defender glanced a header in from close range. Hahn then assisted Stokes, this time with the ball at his feet, allowing the skipper to guide a header in. Hope rounded off the scoring four minutes from time. Ngandu’s shot was deflected into his path and the striker stroked the ball in from 10 yards to complete his hat-trick and a thumping win for the Blues. MARTIN VOLLER
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