Salisbury Life – issue 240

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ROAMING AROUND ROMSEY large version

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EDITOR’S LETTER / ISSUE 240 / AUGUST 2017

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COCKTAILS Where fruit meets alcohol and provides a very fuzzy one of your five-a-day

Happy hour I was 18, on the Lloret de Mar, the drink was blue, and its name Curaçao.

A dash of lemonade and a paper umbrella was added and, well, wasn’t I the sophisticated one? Sweet, citrus and neon all in one sticky hi-ball glass.

For months after, my equally suave friend and I badgered the exasperated barman in our Somerset boozer to recreate this holiday cocktail until we realised it didn’t taste so nice without a tan.

Luckily for my innards the cocktail world has moved on, so we asked some of those fine mixologist minds to share their best spirit-based summer recipes with us.

We also took a meander around Romsey – sober of course – and caught up with the residents, retailers and artisans making it such a lovely town (page 22). There’s also a guide to The Romsey Show where the traditional meets unapologetic agricultural fun.

We explore the theme of old meets new with our building feature (page 61) and look at everything from renovations to the law, with the help of a few Salisbury experts.

See you next issue, or maybe at the bar sipping something fluorescent...?

Sarah Moolla Editor sarah.moolla@mediaclash.co.uk Tweet us @SalisburyLife

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THE ARTS 17 Arts intro Cube in a Cube by Fred Baier is part of Messums’ new exhibition

18 What’s on Arts, gigs, festivals and family fun – it’s time to update the events diary

OUT AND ABOUT 22 Country show Celebrating 175 years of the wonderful Romsey Show

24 Out of town Exploring the gems of Romsey

REMARK ABLE RETAIL 34 Nadder & Wylye A visit to the interiors and accessories store where colours and good taste collide

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FOOD 42 Restaurant A family trip to the Old Ale and Coffee House has a happy ending

46 Recipes Nick O’Halloran of The White Horse Hotel brings us two dishes

PROPERT Y

BUSINESS

Local experts share their insider knowledge on everything from planning to décor

51 Business insider News, views and interviews from the region’s professionals

61 New builds and renovations

DEPARTMENTS 7 11 15 74

Spotlight Scene Guest columnist Salisbury lives

70 Property showcase Wilton Place is a country home where authors, painters and poets once partied

On the cover Graphics by Trevor Gilham; turn to page 38 for our intoxicating feature

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S A L I S B U R Y: I T S L I F E A N D T I M E S

Clockwise from left: The winning entry

by Catan Ngan from Hong Kong; Igor Taranenko from the Ukraine; Jonas Chan from Hong Kong; Heiko Damme from Germany

CHARITY

CAT WALK The International Cat Care (iCatCare) charity based in Salisbury has unveiled the final winner of its 2017 ‘Street Cats’ photography competition. Catan Ngan from Hong Kong wowed the judges with his community cat, which will grace the cover iCatCare’s 2018 calendar.

Eve Davies, who ran this year’s competition which, after it was launched in April received more than 2,100 images from photographers in 56 different countries, says, “The judges were struck by the striking composition, colours and the sheer presence of the winner’s entry.

“Although picking the winners is always hard, it’s a testament to the high quality of the entries we receive. It can be a difficult job but it’s hugely rewarding because of all the wonderful photographs that we find for our annual charity calendar, which is sold to raise funds for our welfare work.”

For more: www.icatcare.org

SPOTLIGHT

The talented Sir Terry Pratchett Peter Dunbar chairman of Salisbury Civic Society with Chris Tunnard, who won one of the competition prizes

Paul Kidby (right) and one of his famous Discworld illustrations

CIVIC DAY

CIVIC MINDED

Also featured will be over forty original illustrations by Paul Kidby, Sir Terry’s artist of choice. Self taught artist Paul reveals he nearly didn’t get the chance to work with the Discworld series author, “The first time I approached Sir Terry with my artwork I was unsuccessful, so I tried again four months later and we began working together.”

The exhibition starts 16 September and runs until January 2018.

Over 300 people visited the Salisbury Guildhall on 17 June to celebrate Salisbury’s first ever Civic Day. Neil Beagrie, the society’s spokesperson, explains, “The Salisbury Civic Day event is organised by Salisbury Civic Society to celebrate our city and its buildings and environment and to promote the work of the Civic Society and allied organisations working for the benefit of Salisbury.”

John Glen MP, the newly appointed Minister for Arts, Heritage and Tourism, gave the opening address and there were talks from Salisbury Business Improvement District’s Robin McGowan, as well as stalls and exhibitions from many local organisations including Friends of St Thomas’s Church and Arundells. Local architects also held surgeries for visitors to discuss regional building design issues.

For more: www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

For more: www.salisburycivicsociety.org.uk

ART EXHIBITION

SEE THE WORLD The Salisbury Museum along with The Estate of Sir Terry Pratchett and the artist Paul Kidby are presenting an exclusive major exhibition based on the extraordinary life of Sir Terry Pratchett.

Terry Pratchett: HisWorld follows the journey of the famous and acclaimed writer, who passed away in 2015. This unique exhibition will include artwork by the man himself and treasured items owned by Sir Terry, which have never previously been on public display.

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AC ROS S S A L IS B U RY, O N E S H I N D I G AT A T I M E

ALOHA! The Tiki Gods smiled on the guests of 10 Castle Street’s Mahiki Summer party on 2 July and brought the sun out to play. The dress code was bohemian, and the cocktails Polynesian. Food was served barbeque style and the event ended with a late-night DJ set.

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Emmett Smith, Kathleen and Tim O’Donnell

Stuart Grant, Russell Fairchild, Sally Fairchild, Lisa Grant, Eloise Grant and Callum Wadlow Libby Ryan-Bell and Finlay Lander

Julie and Peter Nice, Barbara and Phil Irving

FETE OF PLAY Beautiful weather saw the Bishop of Salisbury’s annual summer fête for the Sudan Medical Link, held on 18 June, attract more than 800 visitors and two camels. The fête was organised by Helen Holtam and raised £12,000 for the charity.

Photos by Gerry Lynch / Diocese of Salisbury

The Diocesan Director of Communications

Pupils from the Cathedral School

Canon Ian Woodward

Irving Samwell

Mike Maclachlan

The Revd Jane Shaw of Corton

Therese and Timujen, Lady Chichester’s bactrian Mongolian camels

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Tony Rea, Judith Marriott, Martin Marriott and Pam Rea

SOCIETY

WORKING LUNCH

Tim Clayton, Paul Lewis and Christoph Kouhle

Salisbury and District Chamber of Commerce & Industry held their 90 minute networking lunch, which was sponsored by Total Foot Health, on 14 June at Salisbury Rugby Club.

Sarah Fletcher and Vanessa Head

Photos by John Rose www.johnrosephotography.com

Sally Blake and Charlotte Mortimer

Marie Headley and Teresa Rogers

VALUE ADDED

Andrea Stephenson and Fred Cook

The Strutt & Parker Salisbury team invited guests to their Milford Street branch to attend a valuation evening in partnership with Christies on 15 June. Drinks and canapĂŠs were served, while the Christie experts offered free valuations of both individual pieces and collections.

Photos by John Rose www.johnrosephotography.com

Wendy Kinge and Charles Picton Adrian and Vikki Gilbert

Harriet White, David Pardow and Beth Cook

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No 44

OPINION

LUCY ROUSE

HAPPY HOLIDAYS As a working parent, Lucy Rouse finds the summer holidays a whole new level of hard work

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t’s that time of the year again. The very long school holidays. On the one hand you are relieved that there is no 7am (or earlier) alarm and the dreaded hour of trying to get dressed, breakfasted and assemble everything you need for the day ahead of you and your family, without getting in the slightest bit cross or impatient. On the other hand, it’s the school holidays and you are at a complete and utter loss as to what to do for the day ahead, especially when you hear the stress-inducing words, “Mum. I’m bored.”

If, like me, you are working over the school summer holidays and your kids are of secondary school age, I suspect, and I hope Mum, this kite is boring

CHILDREN CAN FIND WAYS OF AMUSING THEMSELVES, EVEN IF THAT DOES MEAN 11 HOURS STARING AT A TABLET it’s not just me, that there may be an element of neglect to your parenting over the summer.

Luckily children can find ways of amusing themselves, even if that does mean 11 hours staring at a tablet, and then complaining their necks hurt.

If you have younger children and/or you are a super-organised parent, you could take advantage of the organised activities in Salisbury over the summer. Wiltshire Council has a whole list of holiday activities on its website from football and tennis camps to ‘Fun in the Sun’. One year there was a free sports morning near where I live in Salisbury. I duly dropped my younger daughter there (the older one refused to stay and came home with me, rather defeating the purpose of the morning which was to allow me time to work at home). When I picked the younger one up a while later I found she had also refused to join in and spent the whole time on the nearby swings. Fortunately a mum friend from school kept an eye on her. I earned a D- for parenting on that day.

Away from sports, Salisbury Arts Centre runs a two-week residency for young people aged 11 to 18. Summer Stage allows young people to create a multimedia performance from scratch, with the help of a theatre director and music composer. Again, I’ve never managed to persuade my children to join in with such a scheme but I know it’s marvellous for those who are interested in performing, or who just have some excess energy to channel.

Let’s face it, there will be plenty of ‘days out’, trips to the coast, catching up with relatives and friends and, if you’re really lucky, a holiday away from home whether that’s here in the UK or abroad to soak up some of the six long weeks of summer holiday. (Let’s not get embroiled in the 10-week holiday the private schools enjoy, if enjoy is the right word for that length of unstructured time.)

We are blessed in this county with National Trust properties such as Mottisfont and Kingston Lacy. The canal at Devizes. Coastline in nearby Dorset. Even the rivers in Salisbury come in to their own in a heatwave, and although I thought it was a stretch when I overheard someone calling the Old Mill in Harnham ‘Salisbury beach’, that’s what I’m telling my kids it’s called from now on.

Lucy Rouse is a former editor of the TV industry’s leading weekly magazine Broadcast, and has written for The Guardian, The Observer, The Financial Times and The Sunday Times. She is currently PR and communications officer for Salisbury Playhouse, and has also written Wisdom for the Facebook Generation (£5.99, www.amazon.co.uk), which follows her early adventures on the social media site

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AGAINST THE GRAIN

Set in the largest medieval barn in the UK, the latest exhibition at Messums Wiltshire, Material: Wood – Design and Inspiration, celebrates the designers, makers, artists and artisans working with this everyday, yet remarkable, material.

Pieces on display include this Cube in a Cube by the furniture maker Fred Baier, which was commissioned by the Crafts Study Centre, University for the Creative Arts and made in his studio in Pewsey, Wiltshire. Fred is visiting Messums on 26 August to chat informally about his contemporary, modern and innovative work, and his career which has saw him appointed the House of Lords artist in residence in 2010. “My work is a way of life, not just something I do for a living. I’m an explorer more than a designer.”

Material: Wood – Design and Inspiration, which includes pieces from Emma Buckmaster & Janet French, Sebastian Cox, Eleanor Lakelin and Nic Webb, runs from 11 August – 3 September at Messums Wiltshire, Place Farm, Court Street, Tisbury, Salisbury. www.messumswiltshire.com

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5 August – 15 September

See the award-winning Billie Piper in the screening of the National Theatre’s Yerma at Salisbury Arts Centre; The Summer of Sculpture at Fisherton Mill includes Brandon Murless’s Balance; Hashim Akib’s Conent Garden is exhibiting at McNeill Gallery Summer Exhibition along with 22 other artists until the end of August

Exhibitions U N TI L 6 AUG US T

BRIDGET MCCRUM Born in Dinton, Bridget McCrum’s life has taken her on an extensive journey of discovery including Malta, Gozo and the Middle East. Bridget is now 81, and this exhibition, The Road Less Travelled, brings with it a sense of energy, wisdom and flight. Messums Wiltshire; www.messumswiltshire.com U N TI L 1 3 AUG US T

CROP CIRCLE EXHIBITION The multi-media exhibition, which was initially created for the Wiltshire Museum, features the key facts of the crop circle phenomenon and mixes it with stunning photography.

The Inn, Alton Barnes; www.cropcircleaccess.com

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SUMMER OF SCULPTURE A collection of art that can be positioned outside in the garden, as well as sculptural pieces for the home and includes the works of Charlotte Moreton, Paul Donovan, Colleen Du Pon, Tina Brown, Carl Austin and Brendon Murless. Fisherton Mill; www.fishertonmill.co.uk U N TI L 2 8 AU GUST

SUMMER EXHIBITION 2017 The McNeill Gallery of Contemporary Art presents an exciting and eclectic collection of contemporary artwork from 23 artists including new graduates. McNeill Gallery; www.mcneillgallery.com U N TI L 3 SE PTEMBER

BRITISH ART: ANCIENT LANDSCAPES This major exhibition curated by Professor Sam Smiles, examines

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artistic responses to the work of our very distant creative ancestors including the megaliths, the stone circles and chalk-cut hill figures that have survived from Neolithic and Bronze Age times. Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk UNTIL 3 SEP TEMBER

UNTAMED Paintings and sculpture inspired by animals, wildlife and wild landscapes by selected artists represented by Rum’s Eg over the last five years. Rum’s Eg. www.hampshireartandcraft.org UNTIL 3 SEP TEMBER

SALISBURY SPIRE: THE LAST 70 YEARS EXHIBITION Original photos and documents from the archive tell the story from background to the restoration and maintenance of the Spire. Salisbury Cathedral; www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

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FRACTURED ARCHITECTURE: CUBIST PHOTOGRAPHS See the world as German artist Thomas Kellner depicts it with seemingly dancing architectural exteriors of familiar structures from all over the world. The Fox Talbot Museum, Lacock Abbey; www.nationaltrust.org.uk UNTIL 6 J ANUARY 2 0 1 8

UNDER THE SURFACE This exhibition brings together 70 pieces of Dorset artist David West’s most important works from a productive career spanning 60 years and reflecting the different strands of his development as a painter, sculptor and craftsman.

Dorset County Museum; www.dorsetcountymuseum.org

W H AT ’ S O N

ARTS

1 1 AUG US T – 8 S E PTE MBE R

MATERIAL: WOOD – DESIGN AND INSPIRATION This second materials-led exhibition shifts the focus to wood as a source of artistic inspiration.

There is also a series of workshops, films and talks to explore the making with wood process.

Turn to page 17 for more info.

Messums Wiltshire; www.messumswiltshire.com 2 SEPTEMBER – 6 JANUARY 2018

THE CHARMED REALM Venture through the deep forests of this exhibition by Paul Kidby to glimpse the magical unicorn and climb the snow-covered mountains where the ice dragons dwell. For more on Paul turn to page 8. The Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

Theatre/Dance /Film 1 7 AUG US T

DENIAL Screening of the riveting true story of Deborah Lipstadt’s (Rachel Weisz) legal battle with historian David Irving (Timothy Spall), who accused her of libel when she declared him a Holocaust denier.

7.30pm, £8. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk 1 7 – 1 9 AUG US T

A SUBLIME FEELING Salisbury Playhouse’s Stage 65 Youth Theatre will perform its latest production in the beautiful surroundings of the garden at Salisbury Museum, inspired by the Museum’s current exhibition British Art: Ancient Landscapes.

The performance follows the course of the longest day of the year, with the rising and the setting sun portrayed on a specially constructed set. £12. www.salisburyplayhouse.com 1 8 AUG US T

MY UTMOST ART Actor and director Timothy West will reflect on the life and works of George Herbert, and read some of his poems and extracts from his other writings. The programme will also include musical settings of Herbert’s verse and music of his period with lutenist Sam Brown. 7pm, £10. Wilton House; www.georgeherbert.org.uk

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YERMA NT Live streaming of the acclaimed play that sees Billie Piper return in her Evening Standard Best Actress awardwinning role. A young woman is driven to the unthinkable by her desperate desire to have a child in Simon Stone’s radical production of Lorca’s achingly powerful masterpiece.

7pm, £16. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

Music 6 AU GU ST

MUSIC IN THE PARK Enjoy the outdoors sound of Salisbury Big Band who specialise in swing jazz tunes and songs from the Glenn Miller and Elkington era. 2pm-4pm, free.

Queen Elizabeth Gardens; www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk 2 3 AU GU ST

THE FB POCKET ORCHESTRA The FB Pocket Orchestra play blues, hot jazz, ragtime, waltzes in a performance that also includes an afternoon tea.

Top to bottom: The jazzy FB Pocket Orchestra play at Cranborne Garden Centre 23 August; the Bridget McCrum exhibition continues at Messums

3pm-5pm, £22.50. Cranborne Garden Centre, Cranborne; www. cranbornegardencentre.co.uk 27 – 28 AUG UST

THE SPRING Opera at Chilmark will bring to life an opera originally devised

and performed in Salisbury in 1761. This pastoral opera was created by James Harris and first performed as part of the Salisbury Festival of Music in that year. 5pm, £27.50 Cleeves Farm, Chilmark; www. operaatchilmark.weebly.com w

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ARTS

W H AT ’ S O N

18 AUG UST

A MONSTER CALLS Troubled by nightmares, bullied at school and refusing to accept that his mother has a terminal illness, 13 year old Connor retreats into a fantasy world. Then one night a yew tree turns into a monster (voiced by Liam Neeson) and visits Connor to help. 11am, £5. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

12 AUG U S T

PILGRIMAGE WALK IN MEDIEVAL SALISBURY Led by a professional Blue Badge guide, this is a fascinating walk through the city’s streets stepping into a bygone world of hardship and disease. All tours begin from Salisbury Information Centre. 2pm, £7. www.salisburycityguides.co.uk 20 AUG U S T

27 – 28 AUG UST

GRAND MEDIEVAL JOUST Experience a spectacle of speed and skill as four of the most masterful knights in the kingdom, mounted on their magnificent steeds, battle for good or evil.

11am-5pm, £2.75. Old Sarum; www.english-heritage.org.uk

Other UNTIL 6 AUG UST

Top to bottom: Sandra Bidmead’s Hare has been selected by Rum’s Eg for their Tamed exhibition; Timothy West recites the works of George Herbert 18 August

Family fun U N TI L 3 1 AUG US T

SUMMER TOYS AND GAMES In the garden of Mompesson House there’ll be traditional outdoor games such as croquet, giant dominoes and a variety of 1970s toys for all the family to enjoy. Mompesson House; www.nationaltrust.org.uk U N TI L 2 8 AUG US T

SAVE THE CHILDREN’S BIG BEAR HUNT Get the free forms from Salisbury Tourist Information Centre and see how many of the 100 bears hiding in Salisbury you can find. www.scuksalisbury.wordpress.com

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WALK ON THE WILD SIDE Wildlife enthusiasts can enjoy a day finding out all about garden creatures with the experts at the Wimborne-based Knoll Gardens as it conducts its annual garden wildlife survey. For more info www. knollgardensfoundation.org 1 2 – 1 3 AU GU ST

KITE FESTIVAL Learn the ancient art of kite flying, by starting with making your own and then learning how to fly it under the expert guidance of one of the team.

11am-5pm, £5.90. Old Sarum; www.english-heritage.org.uk 1 5 AU GU ST

5 AUG US T – 3 S E P TE MBE R

MALMESBURY CARNIVAL & FESTIVAL The ancient market town of Malmesbury has been home to a carnival for nearly 100 years, and the heart of the event is still the procession, which is on 2 September; 6pm onward. www.malmesburycarnival.co.uk

SHACKLETON Tall Tree Theatre tell the story of Shackleton, the bored but adventurous dog who runs away from the safe Mr Middle, and forces his humdrum owner on a journey of his own. 11am, £7.50. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.salisburyartscentre.co.uk

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SHARING MEMORIES Salisbury Cathedral is holding a weekend of activities including an outdoor cinema, children’s entertainment, a picnic on the West Lawn with Swing Unlimited Big Band and a special day of talks, displays and events looking back at 70 years of the Cathedral’s most famous attribute, its spire. www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

VINTAGE FAIR Indoor and outdoor stalls with an eclectic selection of broccante, homewares, gifts, clothing and curiosities. 10am-5pm. Cranborne Garden Centre, Cranborne, www. cranbornegardencentre.co.uk 28 AUG U S T

BANK HOLIDAY GARDEN PARTY Enjoy live music, garden games, a boules pitch, a barbeque and the Longdown Mobile Farm with their hands-on farmyard experience for children.

12pm-4pm, free. The Bell Inn; www.bellinn-newforest.co.uk 1 – 30 SEP T EM B ER

WINDOWS ALIVE! A unique event, which is part of the Shop Salisbury Campaign run by BID, and will see the city’s shop windows come to life. www.salisburybid.co.uk

THE SHOW MUST GO ON For 175 years, The Romsey Show has been finding new ways to draw the crowds

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t may be the largest one-day agricultural show in the South, with more than 500 stalls and attracting 3,000 visitors, yet The Romsey Show manages to retain an element of countryside cosiness along with an exciting and packed timetable of main ring attractions and livestock competitions. With the help of 250 dedicated volunteers working all year round, the fun, energy, thought and creativity that goes into organising the event, which this year takes place on 9 September, could also explain why it is about to celebrate its 175th anniversary.

To mark this date, there will be a special emphasis on heritage and history, with Salisbury resident and Channel 4’s Time Team star, Dr Phil Harding, acting as this year’s president. Dr Phil says, “Rural community spirit marked the Neolithic Revolution in Britain, 6,500 years ago.

I sense this spirit remains as strong in this, my presidential year, as The Romsey Show reaches this landmark celebration.”

Show secretary Alexa Hobday continues, “The Romsey Show started off in the Market Square

C O U N T RY SHOW

Clockwise: Showing off the sheep; enjoy live music performances; vintage machinery is on display

A LOOK BACK • The Romsey Agricultural Show Society was formed in 1842 with two show prize markets held in Romsey Market Square in April and December. During this year Queen Victoria was on the throne • In 1919 the first September show was held and Colonel Wilfrid Ashley, 1st Baron Mount Temple, invited the organisers to hold it on the Broadlands Estate • Originally The Romsey Show was held on a Wednesday each year. In the 1930s they experimented with a Friday before changing to the Saturday • The Romsey Agricultural Show was cancelled several times during WW1 and WW2, and once in 1952 due to foot and mouth disease

all those years ago and we know from our archive that hundreds of thousands of people have enjoyed a real celebration of the countryside over all these years.

“We stay true to our traditions by always providing the best entertainment, food and Hampshire day out, but we also like to keep up to date and The Romsey Show this year has exciting new attractions for all the family.”

So alongside the tried and tested favourites such as the displays of vintage machinery, the family dog show, floral arrangements, the heavy horse parade, the livestock shows and the always delightfully delicious artisan food zone, there’s some new entertainment in the fold, including the hands-on Wessex Archaeology dig that allows visitors to delve into the past. Here are just a few other highlights to look out for.

THE SHEEP SHOW

The show introduces nine different breeds of sheep, each with a story to tell, and each arriving to the fanfare of their very own theme tune. There’s Lenny the Lincoln Long-wool, for example, who, with his natural dreadlocks, rocks up to a Bob Marley tune. There’s also a shearing display before the spectacular Sheep Show Shuffle, in which the woolly stars dance. Yes, dance.

THE HEAVY HORSE LOGGING DISPLAY

David Shering and friends will be bringing a display, which is usually conducted in the depth of the forest, featuring many of the skills and tasks undertaken by man and horse. They will demonstrate the loading of a young rootballed tree on to a sledge and the pulling out of fence posts. It is a fascinating and impressive tradition brought to life in the main President’s Ring.

Also on display is a restored old timber carriage, pulled by two heavy horses.

THE DOG & DUCK DISPLAY TEAM

An entertaining and educational display which includes insights into how to understand dogs, demonstrations of a dog’s natural instincts and a ridiculously cute and amusing show involving sheep dogs working with ducks.

SOUTH WILTS FALCONRY

Toby Puddle of South Wilts Falconry will be providing visitors an insight into the world of falconry on everything from welfare, health, legal issues and most importantly, how success is gained in the field. Flying demonstrations and informative talks will be conducted throughout the day within the Falcon Village, along with spectacular arena displays.

THE INTER PONY CLUB JUMP RELAY

A friendly, fast and exciting competition in the President’s Ring. Two teams from Hursley Pony Club, with riders of different levels, will be competing at high speed over show jumps.

THE MOLE SHOW

Grass Shark Hunter explains man’s plight with the humble mole with humour, truth and puppetry.

The Romsey Show takes place 9 September. For more information and prices visit www.romseyshow.co.uk

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OUT OF TOWN

A RAMBLE AROUND ROMSEY

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JOHN MATHER asks the people of Romsey to talk us through the highlights of this genteel Hampshire town

f you judge a town by the company it keeps, Romsey is a very caring place. The alumni reads like a roll call of the loveliest people ever, and includes the nurse Florence Nightingale, the gentlemanly England cricketer David Gower, TV gardener Charlie Dimmock and Thomas the Tank Engine’s author the Reverend Wilbert Awdry.

There’s a serenity and class in Romsey that’s timelessly ‘English market town’, and which works on many levels.

For day trippers, there are many picturesque and selfie-generating tourist attractions, including the magnificent Norman Romsey Abbey dating back to 907AD, the Sir Harold Hillier Gardens and Mottisfont Abbey, which is home to the National Rose Collection.

There’s also the beautiful Test Way walking and cycling trail which runs alongside Romsey’s River Test, and the new Romsey Heritage and Visitor Centre, which charmingly combines the 13th-century King John’s House and Tudor Cottage with a former Victorian gun shop.

WEEKEND BREAKS

was once the home of Florence Nightingale, have taken Romsey to their hearts, “It’s not just the regular trips to Romsey to relax in the numerous cafés and coffee shops, but the events they love, in particular Romsey Abbey, which hosts the school’s annual carol concert and Christingle services. We are also keen supporters and one of the main sponsors of The Romsey Show.” (Turn to page for our Romsey Show special).

QUIET PRIDE

There is a quiet pride in the residents and traders of Romsey who admit they never tire of their town. Mark Udall, the King John’s House and Heritage Centre (www.kingjohnshouse.org.uk) general manager may work in a popular tourist attraction but he always tries to take time to appreciate its surrounding. “The Abbey and its precincts are a nice place to visit, leading down to the Memorial Park. Nothing beats it for a good stroll on a summer’s day, before returning for a cream tea at Miss Moody’s tea rooms at King John’s House.”

James Martin, who is not only a resident of Romsey but is the Visitor Experience Officer of Romsey’s historic house and gardens Mottisfont (www.nationaltrust.org. uk/mottisfont), agrees, “The area in and around Romsey is full of life. There are lots of fantastic eateries and pubs in and around, great schools, supermarkets and coffee shops; and easy access to other cities and towns including and Salisbury.”

The team at Reeve the Baker (www. reevethebaker.co.uk), who are a craft bakery on the high street in Romsey, back this up, “We love the community local feel, it’s almost like being part of a large family.”

WE ARE ALL PART OF A WIDER COMMUNITY WHO COME TOGETHER FOR

SPECIAL EVENTS SUCH AS THE BEGGAR’S

Alongside Romsey’s past sits the present in the form of smart indie shops, including the chic womenswear stores Anya and Regatta Designer Clothes, cutting-edge art galleries including Rum’s Eg, found in a spacious threefloored listed Bell Street building, and awardwinning restaurants like The White Horse Hotel & Brasserie. There are also 4,000 acres of Leckford Estate on Romsey’s doorstop to explore, with a farm shop, nursery and garden emporium (these guys also happen to be The Waitrose Farm). Plus there’s the neighbouring Houghton Lodge Gardens to visit (www. houghtonlodge.co.uk), a Grade-II*-listed, enchanting and unique example of an 18thcentury cottage, with the stunning adjoining Orchid House, which contains many rare orchid varieties. So those on the meandering weekend break are perfectly catered for, while for those considering a long term move, the residential scene has many strengths, in particular great education establishments like Stroud School, which have become synonymous with the area.

The staff at Hampshire Collegiate School (www.hampshirecs.org. uk) have noticed just how the boarders of the independent school, which is set in 130 acres of historic parkland and woodland and

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Events, and the generous part local businesses and Romsey Town Council (www.romseytc.org.uk) play in making them happen, seem to be a huge part of this friendly town, as Mottisfont’s James explains, “We are all part of a wider community who come together for special events such as The Beggar’s Fair and the Winter Carnival.

It feels like an opportunity to bring both a bit of the old and a bit of the new to Romsey.”

Reeve the Baker team add, “We also buy into local events, by not only supplying fresh rolls and bread, but by helping feed the locals in this community. We feel our brand fits in like a piece in a jigsaw as we are a family business who use local ingredients in our bakery.”

Clockwise from top: Lord Palmerston’s statue sits in the middle of Romsey town centre; Romsey Abbey, originally built during the 10th century; A beautiful view of Mottisfont across the River Test; King John’s House is made up of three historic buildings

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THE SHOE INN

Under New Management New set lunch menu Available Wednesday - Saturday, 12pm-3pm, 2 courses for £10, and 3 courses for £13

The Shoe Inn, Salisbury Road, Plaitford SO51 6EE Tel: 01794 323399 www.theshoe-inn.co.uk

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King John’s House: history waiting to be revealed in the heart of Romsey.

Visit the delightful King John’s House and discover the mysterious architectural clues to the origins and use of this fascinating medieval building with its adjoining Tudor Cottage. See the rare animal bone floor and 14th-Century graffiti tracing the past in its medieval walls. Explore the museum’s collection, which illustrates the interesting life of this charming house and its owners.

King John’s House is set in a secluded period style garden, providing an attractive backdrop to the delightful Miss Moody’s Tudor tea room offering home-made lunches and traditional afternoon teas from locally sourced ingredients. We look forward to welcoming you to King John’s House.

Open: Monday – Saturday, 10am – 4pm Admission: Adult £4.00, Concession £3.00, Child £1.00 Guided tours and group visits by prior appointment.

King John’s House and Heritage Centre, Church Street, Romsey, Hampshire SO51 8BT | 01794 512200 | www.kingjohnshouse.org.uk For bookings and general enquiries: deputymanagerkjh@aol.com / generalmanagerkjh@gmail.com Follow us for our regular programme of talks and events. Managed by King John’s House and Tudor Cottage Trust Ltd, an independent charitable trust supported by Test Valley Borough Council. All proceeds go towards the upkeep and preservation of this important historic property

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Jazz Combo PRS for Music licences the use of copyright music across the UK, giving businesses and organisations the legal permission they need to play the music they want. These licences ensure that music publishers, songwriters and composers are fairly rewarded with royalties so they can keep making music - and mean that we’re able to support music at events like this. For more information about PRS for Music or music licensing visit www.prsformusic.com or call 0800 0684828

Email: romseyfoodfest@gmail.com Twitter: @RomseyFoodFest Facebook: Romsey Food Festival

H E A LT H & W E L L B E I N G A D V E R T I S I N G F E AT U R E

AVOID HOLIDAY INJURY...

DON’T OVER FILL THAT SUITCASE! SARUM PHYSIOTHERAPY says over packing is a common problem and it’s caused by the need to pack for the worst case scenario...

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f you are using the wrong sized bag (one that is too big for the job) or you’re a last minute packer (simply throwing everything in), then you are probably over filling your case. Now the issue with this over sized and over full suitcase is that at some point you will need to actually carry or lift it. This then puts a strain on our shoulders, neck and lower back and can result in pulled ligaments or muscle and therefore pain. Not a great way to start or finish your holiday.

The suitcase market is a saturated one, with light weight options and ones with wheels, so it’s easy to find the right one for you. Now, we don’t sell suitcases but we do deal with lower back, neck and shoulder pain on a daily basis and we want you to have a pain free holiday.

Safe ‘holiday’ lifting tips:

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Try to keep your case close to your body.

Don’t tuck your duty free, holiday read or bottle of water under the arm, put it away.

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Don’t twist when lifting. This can be difficult to achieve when hoisting a bag into the back of the car for instance, we suggest this might be a two person job.

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Take your time. There is no rush, okay there might be if you plane is about to take off, BUT remember the old saying ‘more haste, less speed’.

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Don’t be a macho man or woman. If there is a lift in your hotel wait for it, as carrying bags up stairs can be tricky.

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Don’t over pack in the first place. There are hundreds of videos on how to fold your clothes to optimise space, the benefits of rolling your clothes and what to pack – well worth a Google search. Finally, our top advice is don’t leave packing till the last minute, try a packing list, putting your clothes out in advance and take miniature toiletries

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TRUE COLOURS Sarah Moolla finds in Nadder & Wylye an inspiring, kaleidoscopic collection of beautifully-hued accessories and homeware

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Photo s by Joh n rose ilters on photos is the Instagram way. And when you see the effects, you know why. They can give a cheery, summery tinge to the dullest of images or add intrigue and interest to the most mundane of snapshots.

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one – or does it?

Nadder & Wylye, the interiors and accessories store, seems to have discovered a brilliant one.

The Wilton Village-based shop is bathed in a warm glow. The soft leather bags seem to radiate shimmering, coppery tones, there are pops of sunshine shades wherever you look, and even the large solid pieces of wood furniture manage to emanate a colourful playfulness.

So how do they do it? We caught up with Suzi and Tom Strover who co-own the shop, which they established in June 2017, to find out.

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Australia and New Zealand,” says Suzi. “One of my favourite places ever though is Eze in the South of France, near Nice. It’s just so colourful and pretty.” And they continue to be inspired wherever they go, “Our interior influences also span the calming and serene Nordic trends to the quirky streets of Shoreditch,” adds Tom. Their eclectic tastes and great eye for detail are reflected in their stock, which they describe as “modern rustic, mixing the old with the new. Our furniture is lovingly sourced and brought back to life using a palette of beautifully muted neutral paint colours which sit well in any home.” And, as Suzi says, it does have to pass the test of whether they would have it in their own home. “Whenever we source items, whether it be a circus sign from a flea market, or a shirt from a designer, I always ask myself, would I own this on a personal level?”

There is a personal touch about Nadder & Wylye, which is named after the two rivers, such as Bo their dog who is adept at charming the customers, and Tom’s mother, who popped by the day we were there to help out, but also the gorgeous statement and practical wooden

Clockwise from above: Tom and Suzi’s love of travel is reflected in their Nadder & Wylye store; Suzi selects clothing stock she would love to wear; Suzi and Tom Strover; even the leather bags add to the myriad of shop colours; Tom creates and customises with wood; quirky and gorgeous homeware pieces fill the Wilton Village shop

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furniture pieces crafted by Tom, a former art teacher. “Most of Tom’s work is bespoke and customer ordered,” explains Suzi. “And he is also commissioned to paint existing furniture.

We use Frenchic Furniture paint, which we sell upstairs at the artisan market-store Chalke & Chase, which we also own. It’s a handy way of linking, and drawing people’s attention, to our other shop.”

So with two retail outlets to their name, two children and a dog named Bo, are Tom and Suzi’s world-trekking days over? “We are spontaneous people, which is one of the reasons we started up Nadder & Wylye – it was a ‘now or never’ moment. And it could well be the same with travelling,” laughs Suzi, “For now exploring via Pinterest is fine but we have said when the children are a little older, we will all do a motor home tour of Europe. We both believe it’s always better to have tried something, than to never having given it a chance.”

For more: Nadder & Wylye, King Street, Wilton. tel: 07782 166813; www.facebook.com/nadderandwylye

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Deckchair, £105 Relax in this retro beachside joy with its sky blue stripy cover, knowing this is made with the best quality grade 1 teak.

From Fisherton Mill, 108 Fisherton Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 500200; www.fishertonmill.co.uk

Water fountain, £595 Add interest and impact to a garden, landscape or patio with this cast stone Arcadian Double Fountain

by Haddonstone From Cranborne Garden Centre, Wimborne Street. tel: 01725 517248; www. cranbornegardencentre. co.uk

Butterfly stake, £18.75 These beautiful butterfly metal sculptures are Fairtrade, handmade by artisans in Zimbabwe.

Each one sold generates income for the RSPB. From Available from both Fisherton Mill and the charity’s website www.rspb.org.uk

Outdoor light, £77 This premium grade brushed aluminium solar spotlight, which Light My Space supply as part of their design package, can give up to 10 hours light in the summertime.

From Light My Space. tel: 01980 555 493; www.lightmyspace.co.uk

Small garden pebbles, £2.95 These pretty little stones are great for hiding amongst the borders or popping in potted plants to retain moisture.

From Casa Fina, 62 High St, Salisbury. tel: 01722 326428; www. casafinasalisbury.co.uk

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Bronze sculpture, £17,500 The stunning and allweathers Whispering Spirit

by Simon Gudgeon is inspired by woodlands.

From Gallery 21, 21 Queen Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 324000; www.gallery21.co.uk

Outdoor beeswax candles, £10 This bundle of thin beeswax candles is perfect for the garden.

From brush64 Belmont House, Southampton Road, Clarendon, Salisbury. tel: 01722 711895 www.brush64.co.uk

Children’s teepee, £160 This In The Jungle teepee by the award-winning Salisbury-based designer is perfect for keeping happy children cool.

From Teepees by Lulu & Weasel. tel: 07908 113540; www. teepeesbyluluandweasel. co.uk

Flower pot, £45 Even weeds would look fetching in this vintage Portuguese ceramic planter and saucer with passionfruit motif From Digger & Mojo, Woodborough Garden Centre, Wiltshire. tel: 01672 85151; www.diggerandmojo.com

A pair of candle holders, £1,595 These Chinese polished black granite statues can be used for candles and also have access for wiring From Orchid Furniture, The Old Barn, Sandydown Stockbridge. tel: 01264 811111; www.orchidfurniture.co.uk

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SHAKEN and STIRRED

Roll over you barrels of craft ale, with your deliberately, tiresomely, punny names – bottle of Muckamus Hoptimus Prime anyone? It’s summer, we’re grown-ups, and we want our drinks sophisticated, stylish, tasty and tasteful. So we shimmied up to a few local bars, pulled up a high stool and asked the bartender to mix us their favourite cocktail

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Champagne Mojito Chris Rose the manager of 10 Castle Street chooses the Champagne Mojito which he thinks goes best “with the bass sounds of a Parisian party, and olives.”

Ingredients: 1/2 lime Mint leaves and sprig 50ml white rum 15ml sugar syrup Champagne Crushed ice

Method: 1 Cut 1/2 lime into 8 cubes 2 Muddle with mint and sugar syrup 3 Fill glass with crushed ice 4 Add 50ml white rum 5 Add more mint leaves 6 Top with champagne 7 Add small mint sprig on the top to garnish www.10castlestreet.com

The Mermaid Flirtini Livvy Bedford aka The Pineapple Princess aka Mermaid Minxologist from The Old Ale & Coffee House has created The Mermaid Flirtini and says, “pineapples and peaches are just so flirty. Best consumed while relaxing in one of our deck chairs or beach huts, just before the sun sets.”

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vigorously, while flicking your mermaid’s tail 2 Strain over ice into a large stemmed glass.

3 Add a dash of grenadine for the sunset effect.

4 Garnish with a wedge of grapefruit and a sprig of fresh mint (or sweet seaweed if available). www.oldaleandcoffeehouse. com

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STRAWBERRY FIZZ Mark Hartstone, chef proprietor of La Fosse at Cranborne, mixes up the Strawberry Fizz which was “inspired by the strawberries growing in the La Fosse garden and is best sipped whilst listening to the sounds of the Dorset countryside.”

Ingredients: 35ml vodka Handful of fresh strawberries 50ml cranberry juice Shot of sugar syrup Prosecco Method: 1 Take the strawberries and muddle them in a

cocktail shaker 2 Add vodka and sugar syrup and cranberry juice 3 Add ice 4 Shake very well 5 Strain into a pre-cooled cocktail glass 6 Top up with prosecco 7 To finish, garnish with more strawberries. www.la-fosse.com

POMEGRANATE JULEP Josh Pugh, head mixologist for NJAC Event Bars, has conjured up the Pomegranate Julep which he says, “is perfect for a summer’s evening; perhaps when the sun starts to get a little shy and you feel the need for a cardigan.”

Ingredients: 1 sprig of mint 32.5ml Woodford Reserve bourbon 25ml Pama Pomegranate liqueur 12.5ml grenadine 3 dashes Fee Brothers Plum Bitters Crushed ice Method: 1 Remove the leaves from the sprig of mint (leaving the very top leaves) and slap with your hands to release the essential oils and add to your serving glass

2 Fill glass with crushed ice 3 Pour all ingredients into glass 4 Churn the ingredients with a bar spoon, you will notice the level of ice go down 5 Fill the glass with crushed ice and churn again. Continue this until no more ice can be added 6 Insert a thin straw into the drink and use the top leaves of the mint to garnish 7 Then, liberally, add pomegranates to the top of your drink to finish. www.njac.co.uk w

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THE GARDENER’S SOUR Supervisor and bar manager Kate Bartlett of Woodfire has come up with The Gardener’s Sour after being inspired by “the different smells from the herb patch,” and suggests the perfect food match is the Stockbridge restaurant’s chargrilled peach, feta and prosciutto salad.

Ingredients: 1 x strip of cucumber 4-5 mint leaves 50ml Hendrick’s Gin 20ml egg white 20ml fresh lemon juice 12.5ml sugar syrup Method: 1 Lightly muddle the cucumber and mint in the

base of your shaker 2 Add remaining ingredients 3 Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds 4 Strain over ice in a rocks glass 5 Garnish with a rolled up cucumber ribbon and a mint leaf. www.woodfirestockbridge. co.uk

PASSIONFRUIT DAIQUIRI Julen De Retuerto, bar manager of The White Horse Hotel and Brasserie, is renowned for his Passionfruit Daiquiri. “I wanted something that had a taste that no-one has tasted before. That’s when I came across Bumbu. Spiced with banana leaves, it gives a flavour unlike any other and is utterly amazing.”

Ingredients: 50ml Bumbu rum 25ml Cointreau 25ml lime juice 25ml passionfruit puree 25ml filtered water 25ml sugar syrup Slice of passionfruit to garnish Method: 1 First start off by chilling a daiquiri glass with ice and water 2 Get your Boston shaker and mix all 6 ingredients in

THE ANCESTOR’S COCKTAIL Tom Clark, barman of the Solstice Bar and Grill, found inspiration for his Ancestor concoction from the sculpture based outside the Holiday Inn hotel. “The Ancestor sculpture by Andy Rawlings and Michelle Topps is a powerful design and also beautifully classic in style, which is much like the vodka and chocolate combination.”

Ingredients: Vodka Kahlua Baileys Ice cream Chocolate syrup Ice

Method: 1 Drizzle chocolate sauce inside a chilled glass 2 Add a dollop of vanilla ice cream 3 Add the vodka, Kahlua and Baileys 4 Stir vigorously 5 Add ice and serve quickly. www.hisalisbury-stonehenge.co.uk

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the glass 3 Add ice and shake vigorously; it is important to shake for 20 seconds to get air into the sugar to create the foam on the top of the cocktail for the passion fruit slice to sit in 4 Empty the glass of the ice and water and fine strain into the glass 5 Cut the bottom off of a passion fruit and sit in the centre of the drink. www.thewhitehorseromsey. com

Forkingout Catering for all occasions

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FOOD

Old Ale And Coffee House Going out for a family meal can test the patience of a saint, which SARAH MOOLLA is, of course; so can the Crane Street pub accommodate everyone’s varying needs?

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ou know those families who sit round the restaurant table with napkins on their laps, chatting about their day, offering to share their dish and all the while, they laugh and smile and shine with happiness? Well, who-the, what-the and where-the? In adverts I think, mainly, and those bits in films when the hard-times narrator is experiencing rosetinted flashbacks.

Don’t get me wrong. I love my family, and I’m pretty sure they love me right back. But eating out with them can be a right chore and bore. From directions (ahem, hello there, husband) to table manners, and to the row over not having another fizzy (ahem, hello there, husband) to where we should sit (that is me admittedly – as soon as I sit down in one spot, I’m convinced the table in the corner looks nicer – I am usually right though.) So we all have our faults (mine is always being right – it’s a burden) and they seem to become amplified when we are put in the public arena of a restaurant.

Eldest son, as discussed in the last issue, gets more food- fussy than one ever thought possible, while youngest son seems to have got word that a war might be imminent, and tries to fit in as much food as quickly as humanly possible before they re-introduce rationing.

So all in all, it’s not the Swiss Family Robinson who fractiously tumble through the door of the Old Ale and Coffee Shop in search of a Sunday roast (and the men’s Wimbledon Final for certain members of the family, ie not me.)

The Crane Street boozer is large country pub chic –

THE POPPING CANDY

SANDWICH SUITED THE SLIGHTLY IRREVERENT NATURE OF THE PLACE – FIZZY, FUN BUT WITH DELICIOUSLY, PROPER ICE CREAM

funky red neon signs, large TV screens, orange Orla Kiely style lampshades, rustic duck-egg blue wood panelling and an upbeat singalong playlist (I warble along, pushing the boys to the edge of madness as they hiss at me to please stop it). There’s also humour, energy and quirk at every turn – not so much to be painfully, alienating-ly hipster – but just enough to make you feel welcome and make you chuckle. Youngest son loved the ‘private parts’ sign on staff-only doors, while the giant tennis-balls hanging from the ceiling were deemed ‘ace’ by eldest.

We went straight to the main business of mains. If it’s done properly, a Sunday roast should arrive hefty with meat, loaded with veg, teetering with roasties and swimming in gravy. By the end, there should be crumpled, stained napkins, unbuckled belts and groans of not being able to eat another thing. Luckily one beef (mine) and the three pork (theirs) resulted in all the above. My medium rare meat was up there with the best I’d ever had, and sealing the deal was the fiery, creamy and intense horseradish sauce it came with. The quiet hero of the pork dish was the accompanying apple sauce which was reminiscent of a sweet apple and raisin strudel.

My youngest begged for pudding. So to make room, we burnt off about 10 calories and waddled to the garden space. There we found beach style huts, another nonintrusive but handy screen, and an altogether sunny vibe to help us enjoy our desserts. Not that they needed any help. My delightful sticky toffee pudding achieved the right balance of toffee sauce to sponge, and the more-ish salty undertone, which should always by part of a sticky toffee pudding, was cut thorough by the generous dollop of whipped double cream. The eldest’s choice of ice cream popping candy sandwich suited the slightly irreverent nature of the place – fizzy, fun but with deliciously, proper ice cream. Youngest son ordered pancakes and bacon, which, in fairness, he thought was on the pudding specials board. And in fairness, he ate every scrap. (Any day now those sugar and tea coupons will arrive.)

We then noticed we’d been there for two hours and had barely a cross word – aside from a slight squabble over whether celery tastes like stinging nettles – a glowing testament to the Old Ale’s positive vibes. Love all? I’d say.

But no, celery does not taste like stinging nettles.

DINING DETAILS Old Ale and Coffee House, 80 Crane Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 410541; www.oldaleandcoffeehouse.com Opening hours Monday - Thursday: 10am – 11pm Friday - Saturday: 10am – 12am, Sunday: 12pm – 10pm We visited Sunday lunch Prices starters £3-£6, mains £8.50-£16.50, sides £3-£4.40 puddings £3.50-£5 Drinks choice A fine selection of decent wines, craft ales, local ciders and spirits Vegetarian choice varied and satisfying Disabled access fully accessible

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WHITE HORSE HOTEL & BRASSERIE Nick O’Halloran is the head chef of the White Horse Hotel & Brasserie.

“This sole dish is perfect on any occasion without being too difficult to prepare,” says Nick. “The key is to get all of the ingredients as fresh as possible, and try not to overcook the fish; by cooking the fish on the bone, it allows time to get everything done correctly.”

PAN ROASTED LEMON SOLE WITH SHELLFISH AND WOOD SORREL CREAM (Serves 6) Ingredients 6x 380-450g lemon sole (head off, skinned and trimmed) 500g palourde clams 500g razor clams 500g mussels 125g peeled brown shrimp 100g wood sorrel

300ml quality fish stock 4x banana shallots (sliced) 2x cloves garlic (sliced) 2x sticks of celery (sliced) 1/2 bulb fennel (sliced) 300ml quality white wine 300ml double cream

Method 1 Preheat oven to 180°C. 2 Begin with washing all of the shellfish in plenty of cold running water, discarding any with damaged shells, or are open and do not close when tapped.

3 For the sauce begin with sweating the sliced vegetables in a tablespoon of rapeseed oil, being careful not to brown the vegetables. Once softened add 150ml of the white wine and reduce by half, add the fish stock then reduce again by half, add the double cream and bring down until coats the back of a spoon, add a pinch of salt and strain through a fine sieve, set aside until serving.

4 For the sole begin by oiling the flesh and seasoning with a pinch of sea salt, heat a large heavy bottomed frying pan, add a little rapeseed oil and fry one side of the fish to give a nice golden colour. Turn the fish on to a tray and repeat until all fish have been seared.

5 Cook in oven for around 6 minutes or until the flesh is starting to release from the bone with a slight touch.

6 Whilst the fish is cooking in the oven heat a large heavy bottomed stock pot, add the washed shellfish and the remaining 150ml of white wine and cover with a lid and give the pot a little shake, allow the shellfish to cook for around 90 seconds then check to see if all the shells are opened, if not lid back on and cook for another 90 seconds.

7 Add the shellfish to the cream sauce discarding of any that didn’t open. Give a good stir then add the brown shrimp and chopped wood sorrel.

To serve Place the sole on a plate, ladle over the shellfish and the sauce then finish with a little squeeze of lemon.

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DARK CHOCOLATE TERRINE, SALTED CARAMEL AND COOKIE DOUGH ICE CREAM (Serves 6) “This dessert is for real chocolate lovers,” says Nick. “The terrine itself is rich and luxurious, the macarons add a crunch to the dish, and the salted caramel brings it all together. The cookie dough ice cream works in harmony with the chocolate and the salted caramel, and the popcorn adds a slightly savoury element.”

Ingredients For the terrine 60ml quality white wine 50g caster sugar 3x gelatine leaf 125g butter 350g dark chocolate (70%) 60g pasteurised egg yolk 280ml double cream Salted caramel 250g caster sugar 50ml water 50ml double cream 150g unsalted butter (diced) Pinch of sea salt Cookie dough ice cream 500ml milk 300ml double cream 120g pasteurised egg yolk 150g caster sugar 100g cookie dough Macarons 65g icing sugar 65g ground almond 45g egg white 1x tablespoon water 55g caster sugar Method For the terrine 1 Bring the butter, sugar and wine to the boil. Place the gelatine leaves in cold water. Melt the chocolate in a bowl over

simmering water.

2 Once the butter, sugar and wine has come to the boil, squeeze out any excess water from the gelatine leaves and whisk into the boiling butter mix, then remove from heat, keep stirring until all the gelatine has dissolved and pass through a fine sieve onto the melted chocolate.

3 Once combined add the egg yolk, stirring constantly, then add the double cream.

4 When all combined set in a shallow tray lined with cling film in the fridge (overnight is best).

For the ice cream 1 Start by bringing the milk and cream to the boil in a heavy bottomed pan. Whisk the egg yolk and sugar until it has doubled in volume, creamy and pale in colour.

2 Once the cream mixture had come up to the boil, add to the egg mixture whilst whisking and return to the saucepan and on a low heat. Keep stirring until it resembles a thick custard. Pass through a fine sieve and chill.

3 Use an electric ice cream machine to churn. When almost fully churned, crumble the cookie dough into the ice cream, then freeze for at least 2 hours.

For the salted caramel 1 In a heavy bottomed pan boil the sugar and water until it resembles a golden caramel.

2 Carefully add the diced butter, stirring constantly, then add the double cream and the pinch of salt.

3 Place in the fridge until set then using an electric mixer with a paddle attachment beat the salted caramel until it resembles a butter cream.

For the macarons 1 Preheat oven to 160°C. 2 Start by bring the water and sugar to the boil and using a sugar thermometer boil until it reaches 118°C 3 Mix 20g of the egg white with the ground almond to form a paste. When the sugar has almost reached it temperature start to whisk the remaining egg white (25g) with an electric mixer until it forms stiff peaks.

4 Once the sugar has reached 118°C, slowly add to the egg white with the mixer still going and continue to mix once all to sugar has been added and the mixture has cooled slightly.

5 Add one third of the egg mixture to the almond paste to loosen the fold in the rest gently until combined, add a drop of yellow food colouring and put into a piping bag, pipe onto a tray and allow to rest for 10-20 minutes to form a skin than bake for around 15 minutes at 160ºC. To serve 1 Using a cutter, stamp out a piece of the chocolate terrine and place on a chilled plate.

2 Sandwich the macarons with the salted caramel and pipe more caramel around the plate, scoop the ice cream and as an added option serve with some fresh popcorn and a brandy snap wafer. www.thewhitehorseromsey.co.uk

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Work on the new look new Maltings is confirmed to start September 2018 and will open in 2020

Soon The Maltings will be looking even better

It’s been slightly unclear as to exactly when the work of the long-running Maltings project would begin, but Salisbury Council has recently confirmed phase one is due to start on site by September 2018.

The first stage of the redevelopment, which aims to be a ‘major retail-led mixed use scheme to greatly enhance Salisbury’s position as a sub-regional shopping and cultural centre’, will cost £85million and should be completed by October 2020.

Steve Godwin of Salisbury BID says he is “very excited by the growth that a quality development is likely to bring to the city,” and adds, “with new jobs coming to the area, major housing already underway and more planned for the future, our population is expanding and with it, trading opportunities.”

Salisbury’s MP John Glen adds, “I look forward to

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the earliest possible public consultation. This is a key moment for the people of Salisbury to help shape the most significant development in a generation.”

The plans will be made public later this year, but the original proposal outlines the project aims as “shifting the economic focus away from lowvalue retail and tourism towards an innovation community”, and along with the flagship developments at Churchfields, “would work in unison with the Maltings development, which should be focused around a high value hotel with spa and conference centre. This would be adjacent to an enhanced edgy arts quarter featuring a refreshed Playhouse, City Hall and Fisherton Street.”

For more: www.wiltshire.gov.uk

“WILTON IS SUCH A LOVELY COMMUNITY WITH STRONG BUSINESS SUPPORT AND SOME FANTASTIC THRIVING INDIES” Which trader is full of praise for her indie neighbours? Turn to page 57 to find out

£85m THE BIG NUMBER

How much phase one of the new look Maltings will cost.

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BUSINESS INSIDER Most of my ideas and designs are generated through colour, so the paint chart needs a prominent place. This season I’ve seen a move away from the emerald greens and the introduction of zesty yellows

M Y DE SK ELAINE DE E K S

The driftwood man is by my 12-year-old son Harrison with which he won a Year 7 art project

My mother, Anne Deeks inspired and supported me through my life.

Sadly I lost her three years ago

It’s important for me to have this pinboard where I collect ideas, colours and things that will inspire me. One of my favourites is the black and white photo of my partner Alistair

I start my day with one cup of fresh rich blend mocha sidamo. The mug was bought from a local potter in St Ives whilst on holiday The very small black cat is a good luck charm given to me by a childhood friend’s mum for my exams. It has sat on my desk ever since

D e s k phot o b y JOH N RO SE www.johnrosephotography.com

Elaine Deeks, who started her career at Chelsea Art College, founded her interior design business A Box Of Tricks in 2007 after 25 years of working in both interior design and sales and marketing. She now works with private clients, helps design show homes and provides a home staging service (turn to page 61 for her new build interior tips).

Here she talks us through her Salisbury work space.

For more: www.aboxoftricks.com

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NEWS STORIES

MOVERS, SHAKERS, ETC

Our pick of the most exciting, intriguing or important local business stories happening right now

Clive has 30 years experience advising farmers

FARM HAND Clive Buckland, a tax specialist with 30 years experience of advising farmers and rural land owners has joined the Salisbury office of accountancy, investment management and tax group, Smith & Williamson. “As a farmer’s son, I have grown up with an intrinsic knowledge and love of farming so it seemed only natural to take my accounting career in this direction,” says Clive. www.smithandwilliamson.com

Michael and Katrina are on hand to meet and greet the visitors

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BEING COACHED Following the success of last year’s Coach Ambassador programme in Salisbury, two coach ambassadors are back for the 2017 season, thanks to the initiative jointly funded by Salisbury City Council and Salisbury Business Improvement District.

Claire Burden, Salisbury City Council’s business manager, explains, “The aim of the coach ambassador programme is to welcome and assist visitors arriving by coach, group organisers, and coach drivers to Salisbury in order to

maximise the enjoyment of their visit, whilst promoting events and local businesses such as attractions, restaurants and shops. It is hoped the support and welcome received by these groups will encourage further visits to the area.”

Michael and Katrina are the Salisbury Coach Ambassadors for this summer and will be based at Salisbury Information Centre in Fish Row until mid September.

For more: www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk

Winning is a team effort

Churches in the Chalke Valley and Western Downland Benefices raised £12,000 in Lent for the remote Diocese of Cueibet in South Sudan, with whom they are in a special twinning arrangement. This has been used to buy 40 specially toughened bicycles. Geoff Taylor who helped organise the project, says, “This is a very remote area, where the main road is a dirt track. Bicycles are the most economic and efficient means of transport.” www.salisbury.anglican.org

BEING CIVIL The Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE) South West recently announced the winners for its Civil Engineering Awards 2017 which included Wessex Water’s supply grid in the Over £1m New Build project and Project Wareham, Dorset in the Under £1m category and Dorset’s Hayward Main Bridge, was Highly Commended Under £1m. www.ice.org.uk

PRECIOUS MOMENTS Allum & Sidaway have recently scooped two awards at the prestigious UK Jewellery Awards. The local jewellers, which is also celebrating its 75th year anniversary, won Retailer of The Year and the Best Store Environment award for their new Salisbury store.

The ceremony, which took place at Park Lane’s London Hilton on 29 June, was hosted by the TV presenter Gethin Jones and is currently in its 25th year.

Allum & Sidaway‘s MD Jason Allum says, “We are incredibly passionate about our industry and these accolades are the highest honours any business

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can receive. Creating our new Salisbury store during the challenging economic climate was risky but we have been able to stay focused, and with the help of our fantastic team, create a true luxury destination store.

“The Retailer of The Year award is one that we have put ourselves forward for periodically for the past 16 years. To finally achieve this accolade in our 75th anniversary year means a great deal to all of us.”

For more: www.allumandsidaway.co.uk

BUSINESS INSIDER

Charlie and Claire found their clues to their new business venture in Budapest

LEGAL Q&A Jeremy Tier, partner and head of the Family Department at Batt Broadbent Solicitors, answers your legal questions…

I am going through a relationship breakdown, how can I protect my children and make the situation as easy as possible for them?

1 It is vitally important that children have contact with both parents and they feel able to verbalise their feelings about the end of their parents’ relationship.

Often children will feel unable to express their emotions, either because they do not know how to, or because they are concerned that what they feel may upset one parent or the other.

2 You should try to create an open environment whereby your children can discuss their feelings as they are likely to be confused, angry and upset. This may be extremely difficult when you are experiencing the trauma of a relationship breakdown, so it may be appropriate to consider whether another trusted person can be a sounding post for the child and provide support. If your child finds it easier to discuss their feelings with someone else, it is important that they also know that both of their parents are there to support them and communication should be encouraged when they are ready.

3 More often than not, separating couples can agree on reasonable contact as long as they keep the children at the forefront of their minds. Contact is often dependent upon both the children’s and the parents’ circumstances. It is important to work out contact for the children during the school holidays and special occasions such as Christmas, birthdays, Mother’s/Father’s Day. Establishing these arrangements early on will ensure that the child has consistency and certainty which should help them to feel secure that they will still see both of their parents.

4 In some instances of relationship breakdown the above may not be possible or appropriate but, whatever the position, children should always be at the forefront of every parent’s mind when a breakdown in a relationship occurs.

As partners of Voices in the Middle, Batt Broadbent are committed to ensuring a child focused approach to relationship breakdown. Please contact them on 01722 411141; www.battbroadbent.co.uk

ESCAPE TO VICTORY When husband and wife Charlie and Claire Pitcher took a city break to Budapest it was to lead to a whole new business venture. Charlie, a product designer from Middle Wallop, Hampshire, explains, “We visited an escape room in a nondescript block of flats and spent the next 60 minutes frantically solving puzzles in a bid to escape. It was immersive, challenging, tremendous fun and we loved it so much, it gave us the idea of doing our own.”

Charlie and Claire’s first escape room has now opened on Castle Street in

Salisbury city centre. It’s called Spectre, with the plot surrounding a group of good-turned-bad scientists who are determined to create a genetic weapon to control the world’s population.

“We wanted to create a convincing story and an equally convincing setting for our game,” says Charlie. “There are puzzles to appeal to everyone – from skill games, to the more physical and mentally challenging. It’s all about working together and communicating well, but above all, having fun.”

For more: www.live-escape.co.uk

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THE BAY WINDOW GIFT SHOP Joanne Penny is the owner of The Bay Window Gift Shop, which specialises in accessories, clothing and interiors and opened in March 2015.

Here she shares her own gift wish list, reveals her guilt as a working mum, and praises her fellow Wilton traders Tell us a little about your upbringing...

I was brought up in a village on this side of the New Forest and attended South Wilts Grammar School for Girls. My parents had their own shoe shop.

What have you found to be the best tools for growth in your business?

Word of mouth, social media, adverts in glossies and my kids delivering fliers for me!

What was the inspiration for The Bay Window Gift Shop?

I have always had a love of fabrics, clothes and shoes and have worked for Russell & Bromley, and then as a manager for Monsoon in different branches, but I always wanted my own gift shop. When my children were smaller, I made children’s washbags, kitbags and aprons and sold them at craft fairs before renting trading space for a while in a couple of vintage consortiums. I just happened to be in Wilton one day when I saw the empty premises and that was the start of it.

What social media do you use?

The children are dragging me into the 21st century and I have just started an Instagram account. I have absolutely no idea how to use it but it’s a start.

How did the actual business begin?

It started with four of us sharing the space to promote our individual crafts with other traders supplying on a commission basis, and grew from there. It’s really lovely that most of the original participants are still involved in one way or another.

What advice would you give to other people who are thinking about taking the plunge into having their own business?

I’m not sure I’m the right person to give advice having ignored the rule book, I didn’t even write a business plan. I just had a very strong feeling that it was the right time to invest in Wilton and that there was a gap that had remained unfilled for a long time. Wilton is such a lovely community with strong business support and some fantastic thriving independent businesses.

We all support each other, which is really important in a small town.

I’M NOT SURE I’M THE RIGHT PERSON TO GIVE ADVICE HAVING IGNORED THE RULE BOOK, I DIDN’T EVEN WRITE A BUSINESS PLAN

Who do you admire in business and try to emulate?

Peter Simon, the founding member of Monsoon where I worked for eight years. He started as a stall trader in a Portobello Road market and he was determined never to borrow any money, so everything he made he reinvested, and kept growing the business bit by bit.

What are the highs and the lows you’ve experienced in setting up and continuing The Bay Window Gift Shop?

The highs have been just how loyal local people are, and also to have customers coming from considerable distances, because a friend has recommended us, is really quite humbling. The lows are generally governed by guilt that I am not at home as much as I used to be, every mother’s lament. It’s a constant juggle and the house is never tidy – some standards you just have to drop.

Does The Bay Window Gift Shop have a philosophy?

I am passionate about promoting local businesses so when I am after a new product I can literally spend days looking first locally, then in the south and then further up country. There are a few exceptions in store, but only once I’ve exhausted all other avenues.

What are your plans for the future?

Just to keep building on what we’ve achieved so far with fresh looks and products. A revamp for upstairs has been on the cards for about a year but other areas took priority including the boutique, which has been very well received.

What gift from the shop would you choose for yourself?

I would love a beautiful fused glass picture from Claire Demetri Glass Designs, or a leather tote from Burghley Bags or my new chocolate cockerpoo mug from Sweet William Designs or my reed diffuser from Newforest Aromatics, my bespoke kitchen noteboard or my teapot with stags on from Dragonfly & Blossom or my Glover & Smith pewter starfish necklace or… actually my list is endless isn’t it?!

How do you relax?

I attend a ballet class once a week at Salisbury School of Dance and love it so much, I am about to do a second. I just switch off from everything else and let someone else tell me what to do for an hour – sheer bliss.

For more: The Bay Window Gift Shop, 17 North St, Wilton. tel: 01722 741287; www.thebaywindowgiftshop.co.uk

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KRISTIE GRANT Kristie Grant is the new principal at Stagecoach Salisbury, which is a part time performing arts school for 4–18 year olds. Here she reveals the advantages of owning a franchise, her passion for events and how her children love her job How did you find out about Stagecoach?

A year ago my brother in law told me about his new venture – he was taking on a franchise of Stagecoach Performing Arts to pursue something that would be flexible enough to fit around family commitments but also personally fulfilling. I decided to investigate further, met with their head office to find out if I was the right fit and after a rigorous interview process, it all went ahead.

What are the advantages of taking on an exisitng franchise?

You are provided with your own business but for a brand that is well recognised and a team at head office to support you. My predecessor, Edith Thornton was the founder of Stagecoach Salisbury and ran a successful franchise for over two decades, so I do have big shoes to fill. But Edith herself and all the families have been so supportive of the transition.

Former events organiser Kirstie is loving her new role with Stagecoach Salisbury

Can you explain the Stagecoach business model?

Stagecoach provides part-time performing arts classes for youngsters. In Salisbury we have two Early Stages classes which are for 4-6 year olds. Early Stages provides a wonderful introduction to performing arts for younger children where students are given both structure and freedom to engage with their creativity and imagination in a safe group environment. We also have two Main Stage schools, which cater for 6–18 year olds. Students are split into small groups with students of their own age and we provide three hours of singing, dance and drama.

Tell us a little about your previous work in events management I’ve always had a passion for events, both attending and being part of the team that deliver them. I’ve worked mostly on international sporting events including London 2012 Olympics and Paralympics, Rally NZ and Junior World Surfing Championships.

Any particular career highlights?

I loved working on the Rugby World Cup 2011 in New Zealand. I was responsible for airport welcomes for nine of the teams including 7,000 supporters uniting at Auckland Airport for the Tongan team’s arrival. New Zealanders embraced and welcomed international visitors like they were long lost friends – it was an amazing thing to be a part of.

Any work mottoes?

It has always been – ‘one team; one dream’ as the people I work with are hugely important to the success of any event.

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How is Stagecoach Salisbury different to other activities for children?

While students master their performance skills, they also develop a range of qualities such as confidence, improved communication skills, resilience and courage – we provide them with a platform to learn ‘life skills’ to apply to ‘life’s stage’.

Do you get to see the effects of this?

I have been overwhelmed with the changes in some of the kids in just one term – some that struggled with eye contact and answering their name in registration, have transformed within a matter of weeks.

MY MOTTO HAS ALWAYS BEEN ‘ONE TEAM; ONE DREAM’, AS THE PEOPLE I WORK WITH ARE HUGELY IMPORTANT TO THE SUCCESS OF ANY EVENT

Do your own children perform?

My four year old daughter Claudia started in Early Stages at Stagecoach Salisbury at the same time as I did and loves it. We have a 15 month old boy too – whilst he is too young for the lessons, he will bop along to music at every opportunity.

What do you have planned for the next few months?

Next term our Main Stages will be working with the theme ‘Let’s Go To The Movies’. As well we have two workshops ‘Stunts’ and ‘Make Your Own Movie Trailer’.

Our spring performance is Disney’s Beauty and the Beast.

What are your plans for the future? Where do you see the business in a few years time?

Stagecoach has unleashed a part of me I never knew existed. Stagecoach is an addiction and I can see myself doing this for many years to come. The unique part to this job is that it doesn’t feel like a job – it feels like a hobby and this is why I am so determined to make this a success.

For more: www.stagecoach.co.uk/salisbury

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Charter House Planning was involved with the planning of Walnut Barn

MOVING with the TIMES JOHN MATHER examines how present day builds and renovations are settling in with our architectural ancestors

T

o the passing tourist, Salisbury could be simply seen as a rural city surrounded by ancient hills and Neolithic stones.

To those in the know, it is a thriving, creative and forever-evolving city, and nestled in and around our medieval Cathedral are the innovative indies and flourishing businesses bringing with them new residents and those in need of larger homes. We explore the impact this has had on the region’s homes, from land to law and from inside to out, with the help of local experts.

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“We have seen a rise in our workload surrounding new build planning applications” says Dan Roycroft, the planning director of Charter House Planning (www.charterhouseplanning.co.uk), who has worked on several properties within Salisbury city centre and its conservation area.

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into seven flats. “The planning process is very sympathetic to existing architecture and surroundings as the design of the built environment is a key aspect of sustainable development. A high standard of design is required in all new developments, and although decisions should not impose architectural styles or tastes, national policy states that it is proper to seek to promote or reinforce local distinctiveness.

New developments should respond positively to existing townscape and landscape features and should relate to the immediate setting and the wider character of the area.”

BUILDERS

Building contractors W Mundy Building (www.mundy-building.com) have been involved in alterations, renovations and individually designed prestigious properties in the South Wiltshire area for more than 130 years, and more recently was contracted to work on the Coombe Road and Endless Street projects. “We work closely with local architects and developers and have gained a reputation for maintaining exceptional standards of building work,” explains the firm’s director Graeme Mundy. “Also some of our building contracts involve working with eminent interior designers on properties aimed at the luxury property market and our commercial building contracts have involved new build warehouses, as well as building work for shops and offices. One of the things that has been at the heart of our building firm is the renovation of older properties and working with clients to restore houses to their former glory and more recently converting barns into individual homes.”

The linear layout of a new build makes it easy to fit and furnish

INTERIORS TIPS FOR A BRAND NEW HOME James Humphries of Light My Space talks about the importance of new home lighting

Elaine Deeks founder and owner of interior design firm A Box of Tricks advises on décor

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If you design-in the lighting plan before the first fix, you maximise your lighting options without requiring any remedial work; run cables where you need to and first fix will conceal them

If you are already at second fix or beyond, you have a blank canvas from a style point of view. However your choice of lighting types are reduced to more standard fittings like ceiling pendants and down-lighters A blank canvas can give the freedom for imaginative ideas – we’ve designed lighting for many styles including a Scandi spa and an industrial mancave

The advantages of thinking about the décor for a new build are that the room layouts are often linear with no quirky areas making it easier to fit furniture and soft furnishings

Spend time collecting ideas so you can get an idea of what you like and then consult an expert to help guide you Then start with the room you will spend most of the time in, as this can determine the style, theme and colour for the rest of the house

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W Mundy Building were contracted on this Coombe Road project

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LAW OF THE LAND Mariana Crawford of Trethowans advises on getting the right legal help when buying a new build The construction of a new property requires planning permission and it is your solicitor’s job to check that the appropriate permission has been obtained and the property has been built in accordance with it

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Where the property is part of a new estate the permission will relate to the estate as a whole rather than individual plots. It is necessary to check that the development as a whole will be built in accordance with the planning permission and that these assurances are given in the contract

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NEW HOMES

Luke Southgate, sales director for Bloor Homes Southern (www.bloorhomes.com) whose company is overseeing the sales of the Amesbury King’s Gate development of brand new homes, says, “Today’s purchasers are well educated. They have almost always spent hours researching their requirements before they come to us, so most already have a sound understanding of the benefits of buying new. These can include the fact that they are built to the very latest regulations to ensure energy efficiency means they are more cost efficient to run. In addition there’s the helpto-buy scheme and no chains.”

Savills’ Ethan Brighton (www.savills.com) highlights how new builds and conversions, such as Faulston Barns in Bishopstone, Salisbury are in keeping with their surrounds.

“The exceptional conversion of former dairy barns into spectacular family homes offers the chance to live in a fabulous period building in the wonderful Wiltshire countryside, yet forego none of the modern conveniences. For example, next to the communally owned meadow, there is a state of the art tennis court.”

Coombe Road is a luxury high-end housing project

EXISTING HOMES

The exterior of Endless Street new builds works with its existing surrounds

Prestige Builders (www.prestige-builders. net), which was founded in 1989 by husband and wife team Michael and Bernadette Presley, has handled several recent conversion projects including a multi-phase project to convert redundant farm cottages into new enlarged farm houses in Broadchalke. “Where possible materials were recycled but again hi tech insulation and services were fitted to take the project into the 21st century,” explains Bernadette. “Modern and traditional sanitary ware, and a high specification kitchen and stairs, completed this modernisation.” www.mediaclash.co.uk I SALISBURY LIFE I 63

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STORY TELLING ELSIE CHADWICK explores Wilton Place and finds a home with a tale to share

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dith Olivier may not have been the most wellknown of authors of the 1920s. Her novel The Love Child and the autobiographical Without Knowing Mr Walkley were written at her Wilton Place home, and while both were acclaimed works, she never reached the dizzy heights of the famous Bloomsbury set, but she did have the same propensity for socialising as her London counterparts.

She was related to Sir Laurence Olivier, a friend of Cecil Beaton, Siegfried Sassoon and John Betjeman, and was painted by Rex Whistler several times at her Wiltshire home, and with whom she developed a profound friendship despite her being 51 and him 19.

However she was no flighty, ineffectual social butterfly and loved and served her hometown in many capacities including being the first woman to serve on Wilton council, becoming mayor from 1938 to 1941 and helping with the WI, St John’s Ambulance and forming the Wiltshire Land Girls, for which she received the MBE. Her family home, a Grade II listed former rectory built in 1795 is now sympathetically renovated and still retains the character, charm and elegance of Edith’s days. And despite its two acre size, there’s the feeling of a warm welcome within the grounds and the impressive house itself.

The fine, symmetrical brick façade, decorated with Doric columns flanking a central portico, provides a stunning first impression to the house. There’s a suitably grand entrance in the hall with marble floor and impressive staircase, all flooded with natural light and lofty ceiling heights.

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This page, clockwise: floor to ceiling windows let the light flood in; the landscaped and extensive formal gardens; a grand entrance awaits visitors; the family-friendly kitchen diner. Opposite page, top to bottom: entertain guests banquet style; wake up to beautiful views of the grounds

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breakfast area, which is beautifully appointed with integrated appliances, granite worktops and a gas fired Aga. From here you can wander to the French windowed sitting room, with more views to the garden.

And what gardens they are – a breathtaking verdant retreat with an amazing riverside setting. Formal lawns, manicured and extensive, lead down to a large pond and on to a carrier of the River Nadder, all of which form an elegant vista from the house. Well-stocked herbaceous borders provide colour and scent throughout the seasons, whilst wonderful trees, including two cedars and stately copper beech, add height and maturity. A paved terrace, shaded by a pergola, with raised beds and a pretty water feature, provides a perfect place in which to dine or relax. A further walled secret garden provides plenty of space for creating a kitchen garden or hidden play area and there are a number of outbuildings for that always useful storage.

Back to the house; the first floor accommodation is just as absorbing as the ground floor, with more of those wonderful garden views, four decent-sized bedrooms, a library, dressing room and four bathrooms.

On the second floor, two further en-suite bedrooms, a sitting room, study, occasional bedroom, kitchenette and cloakroom, combine to create an ideal teenager’s or guest apartment.

There is further independent accommodation, in the form of a fully self-contained, luxury annexe, to the western side of the house, which has its own private access and courtyard garden with an open plan sitting room and kitchen, bedroom and wet room.

Plus if separate use space is important to you, there is also potential on the lower ground floor, which has its own independent entrance; we’re thinking artist’s studio, home office, gym or the perfect den to finally write that novel.

For more: Humberts Salisbury, 37 Castle Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 324 422; www.humberts.com

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What are your Salisbury connections?

It began when the old Salisbury City FC asked me to be their manager three years ago.

Unfortunately, the club went bust, though, before I got started. However I really liked the people, the stadium and the city, so I helped form a consortium to start the new club of Salisbury FC. Tell us a little about your upbringing…

I was born in Portsmouth in 1966 and was adopted as a child. I consider myself very lucky to have had two such loving parents, in Anne and Alan Claridge.

What were you like at school?

I had little interest in school, I’m afraid, and I left as soon as I could, at the age of 15. It’s a pity really because I like to think I wasn’t stupid, and there are things I would like to have learned, such as playing the piano or learning a language, but it’s probably too late now.

What did you want to be when you grew up?

I loved sport, including cricket, tennis and running, and had an aptitude for them all but I always wanted to be a footballer, and put all my eggs into that basket at school.

In what way?

I knew I would have to choose the game over going out with my mates and having girlfriends if I wanted to be a professional. Although my mum and dad weren’t sporty and never put any pressure on me, they supported me in everything I did and they came to all my games.

What can you remember about your first ever professional game?

It was for Bournemouth against Newport County in the old Fourth Division. I was offered an apprenticeship by Portsmouth but broke my ankle and got released after a year. I thought my dream was in tatters, but Harry Redknapp took me on at Bournemouth. I remember hitting the bar with a shot on my debut and feeling after the game like I had made it. How wrong I was, as I would have to go back to non-league before finally achieving my goals.

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teve began his illustrious footballing career with non-league Fareham Town in 1983, before going on to play as striker for Weymouth, Leicester City and Portsmouth and later managing at Weymouth and Millwall, before coming to Salisbury FC in 2014. He is also a regular expert pundit for BBC Radio 5 Live and BBC One’s The Football League Show.

STEVE CLARIDGE Steve Claridge is the manager and director of Salisbury Football Club, and just as the new season kicks off, we caught up with the footballing legend to talk about his childhood, career highs, personal regrets and find out just who are the most important people in his life right now...

You recently played again when Salisbury FC was short of a player in a friendly against Portsmouth. Did you enjoy the experience?

It was enjoyable but strange. At the age of 51, it was almost like learning to play again, I might try it again, but only if needs-must.

You’ve been in football for more than 30 years now. Any secret to your career longevity?

I’d always been very fit but at 26, when I was with Cambridge United, I was beaten in a race while training. It shook me and I resolved to always work hard, sleep well and eat the right food. I still run at least five miles every day.

How does being a football pundit compare to playing and managing? And which do you prefer?

Being involved in the game satisfies me at any level and as a pundit, it’s a fantastic and enjoyable sideline. But when watching, I always want to be in the dressing room or on the touchline. My job as a player was scoring goals, and I loved that. Now, as manager, I love that I have a part in every goal the team scores.

What are you most proud of professionally?

I have played more than 1,000 professional games. I think that says a lot about me as a person and a character, and how much I love the game. …and your biggest regret?

Not being given time to show what I could do as manager of Millwall. I was given just 36 days –

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and in pre-season, at that – and was the victim of some internal things going on at the club. It set my managerial career back a long way.

You are obviously very committed to your work, but what are you like as a family man?

I’m probably everything I used to laugh at – I’m a big softie these days. I am married to Mandy and we have two daughters, Grace, nine and Molly, seven. They’re great little girls and they are my life. I would die for them.

What’s your life motto?

I tell my daughters always give everything, and never underestimate the power of effort over ability.

How would you describe yourself?

I’m loyal. I don’t have many real friends, but those I do have, I stick by and they stick by me.

I have led a high-pressured life in football and the game can make you suspicious of people but I try to judge everyone as I find.

What is your most prized possession?

My medal for winning the play-off final with Leicester City to get into the Premier League in 1996. Scoring the winning goal against Crystal Palace was a career highlight.

Where would you direct a tourist for the day in Salisbury?

To the Raymond McEnhill Stadium of course, when Salisbury FC are at home.

For more: www.salisburyfc.co.uk