Salisbury Life - Issue 260

Food/Arts/Entertainment/Shopping/Property ISSUE 260 / OCTOBER 2018 / £3

CELEBRATING THE BEST IN SALISBURY & WILTSHIRE

ABOUT RACE

ON THE MAKE

THE ARTISANS KEEPING ARTS AND CRAFTS ALIVE

ISSUE 260 / OCTOBER 2018 / WORD UP!

WINNING ACCESSORIES FOR THE SALISBURY HALF MARATHON

IN ANCIENT TIMES EXPERTS TALK ANTIQUES

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EASTENDERS’ LORNA FITZGERALD / QUEEN OF CRIME VAL MCDERMID

DOING IT BY THE BOOK SALISBURY LITERARY FESTIVAL IS BACK

EDITOR’S LETTER

ABOVE: The enchanting Howard’s House Hotel on page 46 BELOW: On page 30 experts talk about how to value the past

Y

ou know that bit at the bottom of a CV, that asks for hobbies, and people put ‘reading’, but they don’t really mean it? Well, I do mean it. It is an absolute passion of mine and I can’t wait to become part of the biggest book group in the city when the Salisbury Literary Festival returns. It’s packed with award-winning talent (page 12), not least the crime writer (and as it turns out, occasional singer as well) Val McDermid, who honours us with her presence on page 10.

Val’s not the only big name we’ve managed to bagsy for these ’ere pages – we also met up with former EastEnders star Lorna Fitzgerald ahead of her appearance in the suffragette drama at Salisbury Playhouse, Her Naked Skin.

It’s an incredible thing to be able to conjure up new worlds, whether it be acting or creative writing, but it is also incredible to make a living utilising old school skills in this contemporary age, and we celebrate such talent on (page 22).

Enjoy star-spotting and see you next issue!

SARAH MOOLLA

COVER The Salisbury Literary Festival is back with a wonderfully eclectic range of talent

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Issue 260/October 2018

cover feature

10 one-to-one Meet the killer queen Val McDermid

one of the guest authors of Salisbury Literary Festival

of just a few of the author events heading our way

12 salisbury literary festival A round up

the arts

15 INTRO Celebrate Voice returns to Salisbury 16 WHAT’S ON Arts, gigs, festivals and family fun, it’s

time to update your diary

restoration

22 artisans Meet Salisbury’s skilled tradespeople 30 Antiques Expert advice on cherishing the past

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shopping

36 remarkable retail Debbie Norton shows us

around her Pure Comfort store

42 ed’s choice Be first past the post with these

marathon-inspired accessories

food

46 RESTAURANT Howard’s House Hotel hosts our

reviewer, and wins over a teenager

health & Beauty

54 Cosmetic aesthetics RANT Salisbury’s

beauty experts talk their top treatments

Business

61 business insider News, views and interviews

from the region’s professionals

67 MY DESK Jamieson Adams shares his

Salisbury Carpet Company workspace

lifestyle

69 gardens Rebecca Twigg on making your garden

creature-friendly this autumn

Property

70 showcase A rare Salisbury home dating from

1260 comes on to the market

Regulars

6 Spotlight Idris Elba at Longleat and the lost

vehicles of Salisbury Plain

50 scene Partying with Salisbury Pride, and Rupert

Everett at Messums

74 just visiting EastEnders’ Lorna Fitzgerald is at

The Salisbury Playhouse

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spotlight Photography

IN PLAIN SIGHT A local photographer has found a whole strange world to capture on Salisbury Plain. Fanny Gorman, who lives on a narrowboat and has been taking pictures since she was a teenager, has been photographing the grasslands for about a year. She explains, “My partner and I are keen greenlaners, which involves driving and exploring ancient unsurfaced public roads, which is how we discovered the joys of Salisbury Plain about a year ago.

“I’d say the abandoned tanks and trains on Salisbury Plain are the most unusual thing as you don’t see that kind of thing every day. I grew up in Devon roaming Dartmoor and the coast so the military landscapes are new to me.

“I haven’t found much to explain why the tanks are there, but I know that the trains went out of use in the early 1990s and now stand overgrown with plants and grasses.”

Fanny’s haunting and striking work has proven so popular, people have been asking to purchase her prints. “I have sold them in person at The Kennet & Avon Floating Markets and am looking into other markets nearby and local shops to sell my images.”

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Fanny Gorman

clockwise from top left: The rolling stock now sits still; the trains are over grown

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“All hail film royalty!”

left to right: Rebecca Mullen, fundraising and events manager for Alabaré and Viscountess Weymouth Emma Thynn with actors Luke Evans and Idris Elba

Superstar DJ Disco Dion helps get the crowd in the fun run mood

Fundraising

STARS AT NIGHT

There were a couple of major attractions at Longleat recently when Hollywood stars Idris Elba and Luke Evans joined the Glow in the Park fundraiser on 9 September. The pair, who were visiting their good friends the safari park owners Emma Thynn, Viscountess Weymouth and Ceawlin Thynn, Viscount Weymouth, took to the stage to help cheer on the 3,300 participants who jogged and danced for 6k to raise money for the homeless.

Harvey Taylor, the communications officer for the Salisbury-based charity Alabaré who organised the event, says, “Along with film star royalty, we were delighted to be joined by so many first time Glow Runners, who we hope enjoyed the event as much as we did. With the sponsorship money from those taking part, we can truly make a difference to the lives of the homeless and marginalised members of our local communities.”

For more: www.alabare.co.uk

Theatre

ON THE MARCH

Her Naked Skin cast march in Salisbury to promote the drama

Members of Her Naked Skin cast, including EastEnders’ Lorna Fitzgerald (turn to page 74 for our exclusive interview), recreated a suffragette procession on 13 September to publicise the suffragette drama coming soon to Salisbury Playhouse.

Lucy Rouse, Wiltshire Creative’s communications officer, explains, “Women from Wiltshire Creative made a banner, in the style of those created by suffragettes for their marches in the early 1900s.

Wearing ‘Votes for Women’ sashes, a group of more than 20 Wiltshire Creative staff and members of the cast walked from the Playhouse to the Market Square.”

The procession culminated at the statue of Henry Fawcett in Salisbury’s Market Square, significant because he was a Liberal MP who campaigned for women’s suffrage, as did his wife Millicent Fawcett, who was memorialised with a statue in London’s Parliament Square earlier this year.

The play runs from 5 to 20 October, and alongside the star names, there is a community cast including local resident Meg Edgar, who says, “I’m very excited to be part of Her Naked Skin. The play conveys important messages about the passage of rights for women and I think it will be a no-holds barred production.”

For more: www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

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MURDER SHE WROTE

Ahead of her Salisbury Literary Festival appearance, we caught up with bestselling crime writer Val McDermid, to talk football, bands, reading and writing

By Sarah Moolla

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orn in Kirkcaldy, Val McDermid was the first pupil from a Scottish state school to go to Oxford.

Following her graduation from St Hilda’s College, Val became a journalist, and worked briefly as a dramatist. Her first success as a novelist came in 1987 with Report For Murder, the first Lindsay Gordon mystery.

She has now had 27 novels published, won numerous awards, and is considered one the nation’s most successful crime writers.

Her series of novels, which centred on the psychologist Tony Hill and detective chief inspector Carol Jordan, were adapted for the TV drama Wire in the Blood starring Robson Green and Hermione Norris (and later Simone Lahbib), and ran for six years. Val divides her time between South Manchester and Edinburgh, where she lives with her partner and her son.

How would you describe your childhood?

Happy. I was an only child and I was left to my own devices a lot. I lived opposite the central library, which was my home from home. The town I grew up in was sandwiched between the sea and the woods and I spent most of my holidays out of doors with the dog, a packed lunch and a book.

What is your first memory?

Sitting on my dad’s shoulders in the Town Square for a carol singing service at Christmas.

I was two and a half and the Christmas tree seemed to reach the sky.

“I’m not inspired by real crimes. It feels too vampiric”

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What was the first piece of writing you remember being proud of?

I wrote a detective story in my second year at high school and Mr Dick read it out to the class. If I’d been chocolate I’d have eaten myself.

What was it like being the first student from a Scottish state school to go to Oxford?

It was a massive culture shock. Even the vegetables were different. My first problem was being understood – I had a broad Fife accent that nobody could fathom so I had to learn to speak English!

But I soon overcame those obstacles and had an amazing three years.

Tell us about your love of football.

It’s in the blood. My dad was a scout for Raith Rovers and he used to take me with him to watch amateur teams to get me out from under my mum’s feet. He discovered Jim Baxter, probably the greatest footballer Scotland has ever produced. My dad is still more famous in Kirkcaldy than I am.

Did you enjoy working as a journalist?

Yes. Until I didn’t. It was always only the thing I did until I could make a living writing fiction.

You once interviewed Jimmy Savile, and later in Wire in The Blood, based Jacko Vance, a twisted, murdering TV celebrity, on him.

What gave you such insight?

When you’re a journalist, you come into contact with all sorts of people. If you don’t develop the skills to read them, you get taken in all the time.

Then you don’t last for long!

LITERATURE FESTIVAL Why write about murder?

I discovered Agatha Christie when I was very young and that was the gateway drug to crime fiction for me. I always had a crime novel on the go, even through Oxford.

Is being coined the Queen of Crime an honour or a burden?

It makes me feel pretty humble, actually. I think of Ruth Rendell and Phyllis James and I can’t quite believe people set me alongside them.

Does the tag ‘lesbian-author’ irritate you?

I’m not aware that it’s a tag? I come with all sorts of labels, none of them mine – Scottish, mother, writer, feminist, singer, lesbian. They’re all part of who I am.

How much do you listen to your readers’ plot suggestions?

Not at all. If I started down that road, my books would lose all their integrity. This is my universe and things happen because they feel right to me.

What do you like to read for pleasure?

I read fiction, mostly. Anything that has good writing and engaging narrative. And if I’m reading for research, it’ll be very specific to what I’m writing about. So that varies from book to book. When I started working on Broken Ground, I read up on the Special Operations Executive, whose purpose was to conduct espionage, sabotage and reconnaissance in occupied Europe.

In the end almost none of it was relevant...

She’s with the band – Val with her Fun Lovin’ Crime Writers

How much does technology and its progression influence your story-plotting?

Sometimes a forensic science colleague will tell me about a new development in their specialism and I think to myself, that’ll do nicely!

How do your characters come to you?

Character development is hard work. I have to figure out what I’m going to need from them in the book and then I have to work out what sort of person would do those things.

How much were you part of the TV production of Wire in The Blood?

I was involved in the development process and I was a script consultant. So I read every draft of every script and pointed out anything that didn’t seem right.

ITV’s Wire in the Blood was based on Val’s series of books

OUR QUICK-FIRE INTERROGATION WITH VAL Your favourite book of all time?

Treasure Island by Robert Louis Stevenson.

Have you ever broken the law?

I’m not telling YOU. When was the last time you were scared?

It’s personal.

Who is the most famous contact on your mobile phone?

That’s not how I rank my friends.

Are you mysterious, or an open book?

That’s for me to know and you to find out.

Once cast, do you slightly adjust your approach to writing for the character?

The only thing I consciously nicked from the TV was Tony’s whiteboard. The books and the adaptation are quite separate in my head. I’m good at compartmentalising things.

What recent book would you recommend?

As a judge for the Man Booker, I’m not allowed to discuss anything that might have been submitted for the prize this year!

Where do you write?

Ideally in my office in my house in Edinburgh.

But I also write a lot on trains and in hotel rooms.

Do you think the internet has made it easier for people to become writers?

It’s made it easier to put your work in front of people. That doesn’t make you a writer, though!

Would you ever join a book group?

I am a member of a sort of book group – the First Minister’s Authors’ Book Group. It consists

of the writers interviewed at the Edinburgh International Book Festival. We meet informally over a few glasses of wine once a year.

In 2013, someone tipped ink over you during a book signing. Has this made you wary of public appearances in any way?

No, I’ve been doing book events for thirty years.

One horrible experience in all that time is a pretty good average.

Has getting married changed you at all?

We didn’t get married. We chose a civil partnership because it doesn’t come with all the patriarchal baggage of marriage. And no, it hasn’t changed me.

How much of a part does music play in your life?

I did want be Joni Mitchell at one point, and wrote a lot of terrible songs when I was younger – full of teenage angst. Now I’m in a band with five other writers – Stuart Neville, Luca Veste, Mark Billingham, Doug Johnstone and Chris Brookmyre – we are the Fun Lovin’ Crime Writers.

Who are your favourite musical artists?

Check out my edition of Paperback Writers on BBC Radio 6Music via iPlayer, and you’ll find out! [Ed: We did, and this is well worth a listen - Val plays music she works to, is inspired by, and loved growing up, and tells the tale of a kiss from Debbie Harry.]

Could you find any creative material in Salisbury’s Novichok incidents?

No. I’m not inspired by real crimes. It feels too vampiric.

For more: Val McDermid is at Salisbury Cathedral on 17 October, the opening night of the Salisbury Literary Festival.

Turn to page 12 for more details, and for the full programme of events visit www.salisburyliteraryfestival.co.uk

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TURN UP THE VOLUME Chapter and verse on just a few of the headliners appearing at the Salisbury Literary Festival 2018

W

ord has it the Salisbury Literary Festival is back... and starting on 17 October and running until 22 October.

There’s a packed programme of events at venues all over the city including talk of murder in the Cathedral with Val McDermid, We Need To Talk About Kevin author Lionel Shriver discussing truth at the Guildhall, and Charles Cumming sharing spy stories at Salisbury Playhouse.

TITLE NAMES

Big-name author events at this year’s festival include bestselling crime writer Val McDermid who will be appearing at Salisbury Cathedral on the opening night of the festival, (turn to page 10 for our exclusive interview.) Also at the Cathedral, on 20 October, is Matt Haig. Matt is the bestselling author of six highly acclaimed novels for adults, including How to Stop Time and The Humans. His memoir, Reasons to Stay Alive, was a Sunday Times number-one bestseller, and his latest novel, Notes On A Nervous Planet, went straight to the top in the UK non-fiction charts.

Jonathan Coe is the award-winning author of 11 novels, including The Rotters’ Club, The Accidental Woman, and A Touch of Love. Among his awards are the Prix du Meilleur Livre Étranger and The John Llewellyn Rhys Prize for his classic 1994 novel, What a Carve Up! and The Prix Médicis Étranger for the 1997 novel, The House of Sleep. Jonathan will be appearing at the Cathedral on 21 October.

SCHOOL BOOKS

Salisbury Literary Festival will be visiting various local schools when two children’s authors talk about their latest novels. On 19 October the visiting author is Sarwat Chadda, who also writes under the pseudonym of Joshua Khan, and has a reputation for writing high-octane adventure. Sarwat is the author of the Ash Mistry trilogy and the Shadow Magic

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series of fantasy novels. On 22 October editor and author Emily Thomas is visiting schools to talk about her debut novel, the funny and poignant, Mud.

clockwise from top left: Jonathan Coe; Joanna Briscoe; Piers Torday; Richard Beard; AJ Pearce; Barney Norris; Lionel Shriver

THE SMALL PRINT

There’s a plethora of children’s activities on 20 October, starting in the morning when authors Angela McAllister and Duncan Beedie will be at Salisbury Library. Author of the Cogheart series of books, Peter Bunzl, will then host a workshop in the upstairs gallery at the library where children will be able to make their own ‘mechanimals’.

The author and illustrator, Sophy Henn, then brings some Bad Nana mischief to the library and, rounding off the children’s events, award-winning author Piers Torday is in the Salberg Studio at Salisbury Playhouse to talk about his new spellbinding fantasy adventure book, The Lost Magician.

“The festival will turn its attention to spy fiction, with two of the leading writers in the genre coming to the city” I SPY

On 19 October, the festival will turn its attention to spy fiction, with two of the leading writers in the genre coming to the city to talk about their work and offer their take on those international Salisbury events. Charles Cumming has been described by the Mail on Sunday as ‘the master of the modern spy thriller’ and by The Observer as ‘the best of the new generation of British spy writers.’ Joining Charles is Mick Herron, who Val McDermid has praised as, ‘The John Le Carré of our generation’.

WORD COUNT

There is a full day of author events in the Salberg Studio at Salisbury Playhouse on 20 October. These include: Salisbury-born bestseller C.J Tudor, who will be appearing alongside another of 2018’s breakthrough stars Stuart Turton. Also joining them are debut novelists Libby Page, Angela McAllister and Katy Mahood.

Gill Sims, author of the huge bestseller Why Mummy Drinks will appear with Asia Mackay, whose debut novel Killing It combines new parenthood humour with a spy thriller. Kate Summerscale, best known for her numberone bestseller The Suspicions of Mr Whicher, will appear alongside novelist Richard Beard, whose memoir The Day That Went Missing was shortlisted for both the James Tait Black Prize and the Rathbones Folio Prize. Also confirmed for Saturday is Claire Fuller, whose debut novel Our Endless Numbered Days won the Desmond Elliott Prize. Claire will be discussing her third novel, Bitter Orange.

BOOK ENDS

On 22 October, the festival will come to an end with a joint event that sees Sarum College hosting the Sarum Symposium in Salisbury’s Guildhall. Chaired by Erica Wagner, the panel will feature Salisbury-born Barney Norris, controversial We Need To Talk About Kevin author Lionel Shriver and the film maker Bidisha discussing the topics of truth telling and storytelling.

For more: Salisbury Literary Festival runs from 17 –22 October. For the full programme of events, venues and prices visit www.salisburyliteraryfestival.co.uk

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IN FINE VOICE Marking its fifth year, Salisbury’s award-winning festival, Celebrate Voice, has unveiled a full programme of opera, jazz, a cappella, folk, cabaret and community events. At the heart of the schedule is the festival’s signature opera production. This year’s production is Don Giovanni (pictured) with four performances at the Medieval Hall, and an internationally acclaimed cast.

Jazz royalty Liane Carroll and Ian Shaw feature in a special duo appearance to open the celebrations at the Salisbury Arts Centre on 25 October, whilst lovers of folk music can get their fix with the mesmerising vocal blend of acclaimed folk trio, Lady Maisery at the same venue. If you love the film Grease (and who doesn’t? It’s got groove, it’s got meaning), there’s a singalong happening on 31 October.

Celebrate Voice runs from 25 October – 3 November.

For more information on performances, venues and prices visit www.celebratevoice.co.uk

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What’s on 28 September – 2 November

Dom Coyote promises more than just a musical journey at The Salberg

exhibitions Until 6 October

LANDSCAPE OF THE PLAIN Wiltshire-born Rob Hames, is a former art teacher whose work is firmly rooted in the Wiltshire countryside. The exhibition focuses on Salisbury Plain and Rob’s fascination with this ancient area of down land. Fisherton Mill; www.fishertonmill.co.uk

Until 21 October

IMAGE See the work of photographers including Mick Rock, Cecil Beaton, Norman Parkinson and Andy Warhol. The latter also happens to be the other side of the camera with legends such as David Bowie, Brigitte Bardot, Prince, Salvador

Dali, and Audrey Hepburn.

Messums Wiltshire; www.messumswiltshire.com

Until 23 October

THE MIRACLE PAINTINGS Stephen Farthing’s intriguing and vibrant Miracle paintings will adorn the stone walls of Salisbury Cathedral. “Every day we take for granted all that is miraculous around us, from music to sight, and it is this energy Stephen has worked to capture,” says the team at the Cathedral. Salisbury Cathedral; www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

Until 27 October

IAN MCKEEVER The artist, who in 1989 was awarded the prestigious DAAD scholarship in Berlin, has

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developed his works to have an emphasis on an abstract language which is concerned primarily with the human body and architectural structures. Young Gallery; www.younggallerysalisbury.co.uk

Until 4 November

THE MOST REAL THING This exhibition brings together diverse artists and makers, including Ptolemy Mann, Henry Moore and Barbara Hepworth, to examine the ongoing relationship between sculpture and textiles, including work made using a range of techniques and media, from three-dimensional objects, contemporary painting, costume and performance to fabric, craft and design. NewArtCentre; www.sculpture.uk.com

Until 6 November

MUSIC: A JOY FOR LIFE This exhibition explores and celebrates Sir Edward Heath’s lifelong love of music, from his early boyhood piano lessons to his later life experiences conducting orchestras around the world. Exhibits include never-seen-before items from the Arundells collection. Arundells; www.arundells.org

Until 30 November

1918: WAR AND PEACE A powerfully moving exhibition tracing the events of the last year of World War I from the perspective of both Wiltshire and Berkshire regimental soldiers, and the loved ones waiting at home.

Rifles Berkshire and Wiltshire Museum; www.thewardrobe.org.uk

what’s on Until 16 February 2019

5 – 20 October

ANELLO FLOW: AN EXHIBITION BY ALMUTH TEBBENHOFF This exhibition expands on the origins of Anello Flow, currently on display on the Wessex Plinth, and other work in this series, reflecting on Almuth’s fascination with the patterns made by water, and how this has informed her work.

The Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

Her Naked Skin London 1913. Militancy in the suffragette movement is at its height. Hundreds of women of all classes serve time in Holloway Prison in their fight to gain the vote.

Lady Celia Cain meets a young seamstress, Eve Douglas, played by Lorna Fitzgerald and her life spirals into erotic but dangerous chaos.

Turn to page 74 for our interview with Lorna. Also stars Abigail Cruttenden, Rebecca Cooper, and Jane How, and a community cast. £25-£13. Salisbury Playhouse; www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

4 October – 10 November

above: Jeremy Houghton at The Wykeham Gallery left: See Simon Reeve talk on 5 October at City Hall Salisbury below: Alex Teplin’s work will be on display at NewArtCentre

OUR NAKED SKIN A visual arts exhibition commemorating the 100th anniversary of the women’s vote bringing together the work of four contemporary artists who work in video, performance and photography. Salisbury Arts Centre; www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

18 October

11– 31 October

JEREMY HOUGHTON “To paint movement… you have to eliminate detail. I have pushed this concept further by also reducing my palette.” And it’s an approach that has worked well for this artist who has seen a huge number of impressive residencies including Highgrove for HRH The Prince of Wales and Windsor Castle for HM The Queen. The Wykeham Gallery; www.wykehamgallery.co.uk

13 October – 5 January 2019

HOARDS: A HIDDEN HISTORY OF ANCIENT BRITAIN The exhibition traces the story of hoarding from Bronze Age weapons discovered in the River Thames and the first Iron Age coin hoards, through to hoards buried after the collapse of Roman rule in Britain.

The Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL WORLD TOUR A collection of short films celebrating divers, paddlers, surfers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray. 7.30pm, £13.50.

City Hall Salisbury; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

27 October

BEASTLY MONSTERS AND MONSTROUS BEASTS A fantastical one-woman performance by Fiona Johnston as Alice Quatermain, is told in the style of Edwardian melodrama, in which Alice talks beastly monsters, deadly dinosaurs and fiendish fauna.

2.30pm, £8-£4. Salisbury Museum; www.salisburymuseum.org.uk

30 October – 17 November

Abigail’s Party This delicious 1970s comedy pays homage to cheesy-pineapple, Demis Roussos and social awkwardness in a suburban nightmare. Melanie Gutteridge breathes smoky life into the horrifying hostess Beverly, a role made famous by Alison Steadman. £25-£13. Salisbury Playhouse; www. wiltshirecreative.co.uk

Theatre/ Dance /Film

MUSIC/ COMEDY

WE CAN TIME TRAVEL Jump into a world of analogue synths, cassette tapes, live looping, epic storytelling and roaring songs with the award-winning composer, performer and singer Dom Coyote.

He’ll help you discover a secret society of Time Travellers with a leap into the unknown. 7.45pm, £13.50. The Salberg; www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

LuNCHTIME CONCERTS First up is the Westminster Soloists Ensemble, with a programme that includes Mahler’s Piano Quartet, Movement in A minor. Lunchtime concerts are held in the College’s Butterfield Chapel and are followed by a light buffet lunch included in the ticket price. 12.45pm, £12 per concert or £50 for series of six.

Sarum College; www.sarum.ac.uk

4 – 6 October

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What’s on

OXJAM SALISBURY This one-day multi-venue charity festival brings together a wide variety of local entertainment including poetry, dance troupes and ska bands. There’ll be more than 30 performers across the 17 hours taking over six city centre venues including Deacons, At Home and The Chapel Nightclub.

10am-3am, tickets start at £5. For more info, oxjamsalisbury@gmail.com

8 - 13 October

SALAD DAYS Salad Days is a romp of polite naughtiness and saucy encounters, with an energetic and peppy score featuring songs including We Said We Wouldn’t Look Back, and is said to be the show that inspired a sevenyear-old Cameron Mackintosh to fall in love with the theatre. £26. Theatre Royal Winchester; theatreroyalwinchester.co.uk

13 October

FROM THE JAM Former bassist from The Jam Bruce Foxton leads this All Mod Cons’ 40th anniversary tour delivering the album in it’s entirety.

Classics include Down In The Tube Station At Midnight, A Bomb In Wardour Street, Billy Hunt and Mr Clean. 7pm, £27. City Hall Salisbury; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

25 October - 3 November

CELEBRATE VOICE Back for a fifth year with a packed programme including Don Giovanni at the Medieval Hall, and world class vocals from the royalty of the jazz and folk scene. For more turn to page 15. For more visit www.celebratevoice.co.uk

1 November

A COUNTRY NIGHT IN NASHVILLE The history of country music featuring songs from its biggest stars both past and present including Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash and Dolly Parton showcased by the acclaimed Dominic Halpin and the Hurricanes.

7.30pm, £28. City Hall Salisbury; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

Family FUN 7 October

SALISBURY HALF MARATHON This13.1 mile race has a superb

atmosphere, including some of

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the great landmarks of the city including that 123-metre spire.

Starts at 12pm. Turn to page 42 for our marathon-inspired Ed’s Choice shopping list. For more www. salisburyhalf.com

20 October – 4 November

THE GREAT BRITISH AUTUMN Half term seasonal activities include ferret racing, juice pressing, pumpkin carving, banjo-playing and sculpted woodland creatures. Price included with general admission. Longleat; www.longleat.co.uk

OTHER 1 October

REFLECTIONS Dr Tim Benson, a leading authority and author on political cartoons, talks about the changing role of cartoons in British life. 6pm, £20.

Arundells; www.arundells.org

5 October

AN AUDIENCE WITH SIMON REEVE The world-famous journalist Simon Reeve recounts tales such as being chased by pirates, hounded by the Mafia and bombed by a Columbian baron. 7pm, £27. City Hall Salisbury; www.cityhallsalisbury.co.uk

above: Melanie Gutteridge and Liam Bergin in Abigail’s party left: Mick Rock’s photo of Jagger greeting Warhol below: Catch a wave at the Ocean Film Festival World Tour on 18 October

6 October

WILTSHIRE BEE & HONEY DAY An introduction to beekeeping as a hobby by Richard Rickitt, and Professor Phil Stevenson on how flowers attract bees. Also, exploring inside a virtual hive, honey beer tasting and bee-friendly products for sale. The Market Place, Devizes; www.wiltshirebeekeepers.org.uk

6 October

TALK WITH PHOTOGRAPHER ANGELA WILLIAMS Angela Williams will speak about her professional relationship with Norman Parkinson, and her extensive photographic collection, which includes Paul Newman and Audrey Hepburn. 2pm, free. Messums Wiltshire; www.messumswiltshire.com

17 – 22 October

SALISBURY LITERARY FESTIVAL Lunches, workshops and talks all over the city from an incredible range of talent from the literary world including Val McDermid, Matt Haig and Jonathan Coe. Turn

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to page 10 for the full story and our exclusive interview with Val McDermid. For full details visit www.salisburyliteraryfestival.co.uk

19 October

THE GLOBAL CONTEXT Former Chief of the British Secret Intelligence Service (MI6) Sir John Sawers, delivers a lunchtime talk, ‘Brexit Britain in a Rapidly Changing World.’ 12.30pm, £26 which includes a set two-course lunch. The White Hart Hotel, Salisbury; www.arundells.org

Events at

Arundells Vietnam: An Epic Tragedy 1945-1975 A talk on his latest book by Max Hastings Thursday 1st November at 1pm The Guildhall, Salisbury

Tickets £22 each (to include a light buffet lunch) To book please telephone: 01722 331440

‘I believe the book will become the “bible” for anyone who wants to try to understand the war’. General Walt Boomer USMC

An evening with best-selling author Michael Dobbs ‘Life, Liquor and Lust: How House of Cards Wrote Itself’ Friday 23rd November at 7.30pm The Guildhall, Salisbury Tickets £22, to include complimentary glass of wine served from 7pm Bookings: 01722 331440

The Cathedral Close, Salisbury SP1 2EN

Tel: 01722 331440 www.arundells.org

artisan makers

left to right: Chocolatier Alexander Seaton; Glass designer Claire Demetri; Stone carver Henry Gray; and jeweller Elinor Cambray

SKILL SET Salisbury’s traditional traders talk about the art of being an artisan

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“Artisanal purchases are becoming coveted keepsakes to treasure”

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rom glass-fusing to cheesemaking, and from pottery to millinery, Salisbury is home to some of the most creative and successful artisans in the country. In a fastpaced, fast-food, increasingly disposable and cheap world, these tradespeople are sticking to their talents and managing to, not only craft a living using traditional skills, but are also keeping their field of work relevant, buoyant and desirable.

Here we meet a few of those craftspeople helping make the world a better place…

Alexander Seaton is a Salisbury chef turned chocolatier “Mass production has long been seen as impersonal and ethically questionable. Artisanal products are not only more transparent and more personal but they are so often full of character. Add to that a quality and an ethical approach, and artisanal produce becomes very desirable. We use bean that is in the top seven

per cent of cocoa, based on ethics and ecology, in the world. We also use unrefined sugar throughout the brand. At every stage of our production, including packaging, we use as little plastic as possible by replacing it with a compostable corn-based product new to the market.” www.alexanderchocolate.co.uk

Claire Demetri is a glass designer and artist based in Fisherton Mill “All my designs are hand-crafted individually with care and each piece is unique. The glass is cut and assembled by hand and then fired in a specialist glass kiln at temperatures of up to 800° Celsius. Each firing can take up to 12 hours and some pieces may go through three different firings before the desired result is achieved.

“Each item I make is unique, individually made and has my time, effort, thought and skill embedded within it – I think people are

becoming much more aware of the value of this and therefore rejecting mass-produced items in favour of something more personal.” www.clairedemetri.co.uk Henry Gray has been a stone carver and letter cutter for 25 years working from his Bowerchalke studio “When somebody orders from a craftsman they have a unique relationship with the work, and with them. Each piece is made for the individual client, and of course our products will last.

We source local materials and use small businesses to support our own work. While all my work is carried out using traditional tools, technology is useful for marketing and communications, in addition to presenting some design work. I hope to pass on my skills using my enthusiasm and love for the subject by teaching carving classes, and by employing people who are interested in learning more.” www.grays-stone-carving.co.uk

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founder of Cyril’s Soap Shed, Catherine Shutler is an artisan soap maker using goat’s milk “It frustrates me when there are highly coloured or scented soaps branded as ‘natural’ when they are not. People need to do a little research into some of the ingredients that are often found in some soaps. Quite often cheaper or massproduced soaps contain chemicals and other nasty ingredients like palm oil, which is a huge environmental disaster. It is mainly due to a lack of knowledge of the seller and the public.

“I have a passion for natural skincare, and believe people do want to use natural products, so I started making the soaps to sell. I’m determined my skills will be passed on through my children, who are already helping me weigh oils and check the finished soaps.” www.cyrilssoapshed.co.uk Jason Paul Regent is the director of regent menswear store “From an early age I wanted to have my own clothing brand, and now I have achieved my dream. I drew great inspiration from my grandfather Frank Regent, who was butler to Ian Fleming, author of the James Bond novels.

Styling is knowing who you are, something that has never changed, and we can help with that. Technology now plays a huge part in traditional art of clothes design. We store all patterns and measurements on the Cloud, and photography helps us in our fittings. We take around eight to ten photos of a customer during a made to measure appointment, this helps us see relatively quickly how garments fit, and therefore deliver a better service.” www.regenttailoring.co.uk

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Elinor Cambray is a jeweller and goldsmith based in New Street, Salisbury “Most goldsmithing techniques and tools haven’t changed in hundreds of years, with work being forged and finished by hand. But I also use modern technology, mainly in the use of CAD and casting. Almost any design can be handmade from scratch using just metal sheet and wire, but this is obviously incredibly time consuming. As a faster and more economic option, some customers choose to have a bespoke design converted to CAD and then printed in resin using amazing 3D printers.

“I do everything I can to reduce my environmental impact; my metal supplier uses recycled metal in its bullion, such as sheet and wire, and I use natural gemstones in my jewellery which are all responsibly sourced and conflict free. I can also source laboratory grown gemstones, which have the same chemical composition, and thus hardness and colour, as their natural counterparts. They don’t, however, have the potential ethical and environmental issues associated with mined gemstones, and my branded packaging is made from recyclable materials.” www.elinorcambray.com

top: Cyril Soap Shed’s Catherine Shutler middle: Menswear designer Jason Regent bottom: Lyburn cheesemaker Mike Smales

“I believe that if something is being made very cheaply, someone somewhere is being exploited”

artisan makers

above: Ed Glover of Glover and Smith right: Potter Jennie Gilbert; below: Milliner Vivien Sheriff

Mike Smales is farmer and maker of the award-winning Lyburn cheese “We are four generations who have been milking cows for about 60 years. It began in 1952 on the tenancy farm with just three cows.

My eldest son Jono now runs the farm and we currently have a herd of about 170 Friesians, and make approximately 1.5 tons of cheese a week. The fact that the cheese is made on the farm means there is no cost in having to transport the milk, substantially reducing our carbon footprint. This is then further improved – most of the electricity we use for cheesemaking is generated by solar power.

We also grow about 100 acres of organic summer vegetable, and in the autumn we have 30 acres of Halloween pumpkins.” www.lyburnfarm.co.uk Ed Glover is designer and director of Glover and Smith, the award-winning pewterware company “Every piece is handmade in mine and my wife Judy’s Wilton studio using lead-free pewter. Great care is taken to use the highest standards of craftsmanship combined with the highest quality pewter. Lead-free pewter is an eco-friendly, non-tarnishing, nickel-free and recyclable metal, safe to use with food and easy to care for. Simple, low energy making techniques mean each piece has a very low carbon footprint. Recent commissions include the Victoria and Albert museum in London, Canterbury Cathedral and Salisbury Cathedral. We are also working with Kew Gardens on a range of oak inspired jewellery.” www.gloverandsmith.co.uk

Jennie Gilbert makes decorative functional pottery at her Broad Chalke workshops “There has been a growing awareness of waste in modern society. It may cost more but a good pot can last for many years, and I’m not even talking about the importance of individuality you get in a handmade piece. There is little waste in the production of pottery, as the clay can be re-used time and again before firing.

Cheap versions of the pots I make add to the disposable mentality, because they are not valued in the same way and so add to the evergrowing waste problem. I believe if something is being made cheaply, someone somewhere is being exploited. My aim is to make beautiful pots that work and feel good to use.” www.jenniegilbert.com Vivien Sheriff is the creative director of her internationally renowned luxury headwear brand “Ours is a family-run business, and we employ and train local craftspeople, to help keep the dying art of fine millinery alive. I think people are looking for more meaningful purchases.

They want to stand out from the crowd, have something totally unique to them, but also they are thinking of a more sustainable future. In these uncertain times, people are buying into experiences, and care about making the most of an occasion. Rather than just buying ‘things’, they are now thinking about making memories, or looking for something special that they can hand down through the generations. Artisanal purchases are becoming coveted keepsakes to treasure, as well as to be enjoyed in the ‘now’. www.viviensheriff.co.uk

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HATS, FASCINATORS & HEADWEAR MADE BY HAND IN OUR DOWNTON STUDIO FOR SALE OR TO HIRE

AWARD WINNING HANDMADE NATURAL GOAT MILK SOAPS Made using the milk from our own small herd of goats.

All of our soaps are made using the ancient and traditional cold process method, with natural oils and butters.

OUR GOATS MILK SOAPS ARE LUXURIOUSLY CREAMY, AND PACKED FULL OF VITAMINS AND MINERALS YOUR SKIN WILL LOVE!

www.cyrilssoapshed.co.uk Visit our website and enter the code SL10 for 10% off at the checkout.

www.lyburncheese.co.uk 01794 399982

Vixen Millinery Studio 10, Botleys Farm Wick Lane Dowton Wiltshire, SP5 3NW By appointment: 01725 512 983 | enquiries@vixenhats.co.uk | www.vixenhats.co.uk

The Bay Window GIFT SHOP, CLOTHING & INTERIORS

Two floors full of gifts, greetings cards, stationery, homewares and, now in stock, the new Autumn ladieswear collections from Lily & Me, Brakeburn, Suzy D & Bohemia.

A little bit of everything in the heart of Wilton 17 North St, Wilton. SP2 0HA. Tel 01722 741287 www.thebaywindowgiftshop.co.uk

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AUTUMN SALE NOW ON

Emsworth 3 seater Sofa (SE) RRP £1039 Sale Price £799

Grace Italian Leather 2 seater Sofa RRP £1429 Sale Price £1099

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Harrow 3 seater Sofa (F) RRP £1559 Sale Price £1199

Cotton 1400 Spring 135cm Divan RRP £1039 Sale Price £739

Please visit our spacious showroom to see a huge choice of British fabric upholstery and Italian leather upholstery, dining furniture, bedroom furniture and a large range of British pocket sprung beds. We offer a personal and friendly service to help you in your selections.

EX DISPLAY RANGES AVAILABLE FOR IMMEDIATE DELIVERY

Opening hours Monday to Saturday 9.30am to 5.00pm 14 Winchester Street, Salisbury, SP1 1HB • 01722 322596 www.pure-comfort.co.uk

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antiques Take the time to look after your old timepieces

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o much that we supposedly value – cars, computers and clothes – depreciate quicker than you can say, ‘shiny, new things.’ Consumerism, commercialism and mass production have saturated our world, and with them has come an avalanche of stuff we barely notice anymore. Yet, and maybe because of this, we are valuing the craftsmanship from the past more and more.

“There has been a disturbing interiors trend that encourages us all to have identikit homes that look like pale neutral hotel rooms, by purchasing from the same huge manufacturers,” says Clarissa Reilly of the antiques and vintage furniture emporium and workshop, Digger & Mojo. “Today’s modern furniture may have British-looking marketing but it is mostly mass-produced. It might look good now but it simply will not last the generations that well-made British

“We should all be enormously proud of the heritage we have in this country of fabulous carpentry and craftsmanship”

Digger of Digger & Mojo looks back to things that have passed

and continental antiques will do. We should all be enormously proud of the heritage we have in this country of fabulous carpentry and craftsmanship. There is just nothing to beat a fine Georgian or Regency piece of English furniture, or an earlier country oak piece with a story to tell.”

Masoud Mazaheri-Asadi is Bakhtiyar’s Persian and Oriental carpet specialist and echoes this passion for relishing the tales old pieces can tell, “The durability of Persian carpets is truly astounding and they can be used for many years – there is a carpet that dates back to the 5th century BC.” Sometimes the fashionable rise of certain pieces can tell a story of their own, as Jonathan Green Antiques who have specialist workshops for the repair and restorations of all types of silver and jewellery, explains, “With the economic boom in Asia over recent years, Asian customers are now looking to not only purchase fine items, but are keen to buy back their own heritage.

This is also the case with Indian silver pieces seeing a resurgence in popularity.”

Closer to home, sourcing antiques is also the business of Susi Mason for her interior accessories and gifts store, Casa Fina. “We travel all over the country, often starting at 5am and working 14-hour days, in order to hand pick really beautiful, good quality antique and vintage items for the store. We currently have the best collection of vintage champagne saucers in Salisbury. There is no point in going out to seek a particular item, you’ll always be disappointed. It is much better to be open minded, keep your eyes peeled and only buy if you can’t bear to leave the piece behind.”

For Patrick and Debbie Wadge of the family business Chris Wadge, which specialises in the repair and restoration of antique and modern mechanical clocks, their stock often comes

ANTIQUES to them. “We obtain new stock by attending auctions and buying from customers wishing to sell antique clocks which they, or their family, no longer require. The majority of the repairs are undertaken in our Fisherton Street workshop. As well as repairs to the clock movements, we also organise cabinet and dial restoration when required.”

Restoration work to old items is also an integral component to the work Digger & Mojo carry out, as Clarissa explains, “In our Pewsey workshops we restore and repair antiques, taking care with original patina and delicate features. Caning and rushing of chairs and stools is done by our wonderful British Army veteran Josh. We have two in-house upholsterers to reupholster clients’ items. We have a selection of fabrics to choose from, we order material in from any maker, or clients can bring in their own. At any one time we may be recaning antique chairs, reupholstering a Victorian sofa in a bright vibrant colour, or spray painting a set of reproduction dining chairs and table for a modern, neutral look.”

And when you do bring your older artefacts home, our experts agree, better than being locked away and forgotten about, they should be used with love and given a new lease of life. Masoud says, “My advice is always to use our carpets like any normal carpet and get many years of enjoyment out of them.”

However, like anything you find precious, they should also be treated with a little respect as Clarissa points out, “Please please please could everybody stop using those awful spray furniture polishes which contain silicone and horrid volatile organic compounds!

They’re seriously bad news – they are not environmentally-friendly, and are just a waste of time. Instead just use a microfibre cloth to dust your antique furniture regularly. You only need a proper beeswax polish every three to four years. If in doubt bring it to our workshop for a wax and some tender loving care.”

“Antiques should be used with love and given a new lease of life”

For more: Bakhtiyar; 01264 811033 www.bakhtiyar.com Casa Fina; 01722 326428; www.casafinasalisbury.co.uk Chris Wadge Clocks; 01722 334467 Digger & Mojo; 01672 851510; www.diggerandmojo.com Jonathan Green Antiques; 01722 332635; www.jonathangreenantiques.co.uk

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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP: Casa Fina likes to mix the new with the old; the Chris Wadge shop can help with restoration work; Chinese porcelain is seeing a resurgence; Jonathan Green Antiques sell all types of silver; Persian rugs from Bakhtiyar really stand the test of time

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WORKSHOPS • RESTORATION UPHOLSTERY • PAINTING RUSHING • CANING OPEN 7 DAYS 11am–5pm 01672 851510 www.diggerandmojo.com WOODBOROUGH GARDEN CENTRE PEWSEY SN9 5PF

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T: 01722 341330 www.salisburycarpetcompany.com 15 Fisherton St. Salisbury SP2 7SU

Feel the difference

remarkable retail

TAKE the CHAIR

Sarah Moolla pulls up a seat and learns how quality furniture, soft sell and traffic lights are helping the independent retailer PURE COMFORT thrive

Photos by Adrian Harris

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ebbie demonstrates how women try out sofas. “They perch right on the end, knees together, and do a little bounce, and say, ‘Oh yes seems comfy.’ Men will go into a corner of the settee, put one arm across the length of the back and the other down the arm, and nod in agreement.”

She then shows me how people really sit in on their sofas at home and she’s hilariously accurate. “Men like to slump right down, arms folded across their bellies, while women will usually nestle in the corner with their feet tucked underneath.”

Debbie Norton, who co-owns Pure Comfort with business partner Richard Clifford, knows her sofa stuff having been selling them for six

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years and at their current Winchester Street premises for two years. Her calm, unhurried, attention-to-detail attitude, has to be one of the keys to the shop’s success. But Debbie is also quick to cite the traffic lights, situated just outside the shop, as a surprise asset as well. “So many people come in and say they saw an item they liked while they were waiting at the lights in their car or on the bus.”

It’s not an ultra-modern, uber-glamorous, or bargain-bucket furniture shop, but it is packed with solid, traditionally stylish and top quality pieces that live up to the Pure Comfort name.

“We aim at a market which wants elegance and affordability, without compromise. Our clients want pieces to last and to work with their décor, homes and lifestyle.”

main image: Classic styles and

accessories fill the shop;

below: Leather settees are

always a popular choice

clockwise from left: Sumptuous and traditional choices including Italian leather; Richard and Debbie pride themselves on offering a good service; tables and lamps help set the scene and can also be bought; the Winchester Street location has proven to be a great asset

“To myself and Richard, integrity and reputation is everything”

During my visit, someone pops in and says he’s just having a quick look. Within minutes Debbie strikes up a gentle rapport with him – he’s from Gillingham, and because of his taller than average height, he’s always liked a highbacked sofa, but his one is worn out and the one in the front of the shop looks perfect.

He sits down and Debbie offers him a coffee, and all the while, you can see he’s relaxing and chatting. There’s no need for any hard sell from Debbie, because this high-backed sofa is doing the job for her. She tells me later, “I am always confident about our stock – comfort is of tantamount importance, and it is why we’ll have selected it to sell.

“We stock as many British manufacturers as possible, in both upholstery, sofas, chairs

and sofabeds and all our locally hand made pocket sprung beds and mattresses.” Each item is also representative of a further collection which, once needs are ascertained, Debbie can recommend and order if it is more suitable.

She says, “We pride ourselves in putting our customers at ease and spending time finding out exactly what they are looking for. We quite often get customers with samples of wallpaper, paint, and carpet, and we really encourage this so together we can form a complete picture of what they are looking for, and also maybe offer a different option or colour, which they hadn’t thought of or had previously ruled out.”

They also have scatter cushions, ornaments, clocks, bookcases, and mirrors, which are peppered about the store and add interest

to the décor. But really this place is about the big-piece furniture, taking time to browse the swatches which offer a myriad of amazing colour, texture and pattern upholstery options, and maybe most importantly, it is about the solid and genuine advice you’ll get. “I’d rather tell a customer they’re making the wrong decision, then let them buy something that wasn’t right for them,” says Debbie. “To myself and Richard, integrity and reputation is everything.”

The next day Debbie emails me to say the gentleman from Gillingham rang to order the sofa. Why am I not surprised…? n For more: Pure Comfort, 14 Winchester Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 322596; www.pure-comfort.co.uk

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The largest collection of tiles in Salisbury

Opening hours

Mon: Fri 07.30 - 17.00 Sat: 09.00 - 17.00

www.salisburytilestore.net Salisbury Tile Store, Unit 2 Faraday Centre, Faraday Road, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP2 7NR Also at: Unit 5, The Enterprise Centre, William Road, Nursteed, Devizes, SN10 3EW

01722 325306

info@salisburytilestore.net

Chenille Interiors

by Gosia

UPHOLSTERY • SOFT FURNISHING • LOOSE COVERS CURTAIN MAKING • INTERIOR DESIGN 60A Winchester Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 1HL 01722 331099 | chenilleinteriors@gmail.com www.chenilleinteriors.co.uk

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We have Time For You. For help with personal care, housework, sitting and more call:

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GOLD SOX 1961 RED CAP, £55 Adjustable brown leather strap, large brim to reflect away the sun and a great big A for effort.

From Regent, 73 New Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 335151; www.regenttailoring.co.uk

FIRST PLACE

With Salisbury Half Marathon happening on 7 October, these accessories are in the running

BOSE SOUNDSPORT SERIES II IN-EAR HEADPHONES FOR APPLE, £89.95 Headphones that are sweat-resistant and stay in comfortably and securely during vigorous exercise, with an inline remote mic.

From MVS Audio Visual, 24 Cobham Road, Wimborne. tel: 01202 861696; www.mvsav.co.uk

ADIDAS DEERUPT RUNNER TRAINERS, £79.95 These trainers have an ultra-flexible mesh upper covered in a layer of stretch grid webbing, which is the equivalent of go-faster stripes for feet. From Sole Obsession, 59-61 Fisherton Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 421000; www.soleobsession.co.uk

SISTEMA TWIST 'N' SIP BOTTLE, £3.75 The unique lid allows the bottle to be opened and closed without fingers touching the sipper tip.

From Dinghams Cookshop, 28 Market Place, Salisbury. tel: 01722 506045; www. dinghams.co.uk

BOLLE BRECKEN SUNGLASSES, £79 The wrap style is designed specifically for running. The glasses have polycarbonate lenses that are 20 times more impact resistant than glass and three times lighter, with unrivaled precision and clarity.

From Mark Jones Eye Care, 21 Fisherton Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 322891; www.markjoneseyecare.com

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ED’S CHOICE BE READY ON RACE DAY BY DENNY KRAHE, £9.94 Because no two runners are the same, this book will help you create a custom training plan in preparation for the big run.

From Waterstones Salisbury, 7-9 High Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 415596; www.waterstones.com

FENIX CHRONOS BY GARMIN, £999 Fitness meets technology with this sports smartwatch, which monitors your heart rate, tracks your training and receives notifications of texts, calls and emails.

From Allum & Sidaway, 20-22 Minster Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 325907; www.allumandsidaway.co.uk

BIONA ORGANIC JELLY BEARS, £2.09 Natural, gelatine-free, organic, tutti frutti gummy bears will keep you energised for miles and miles.

From Well Natural 15 Queen Street, Salisbury tel: 01722 335965; www.wellnatural.co.uk

WHEAT PACKS, £14 Pop these clean wheat bags into the microwave for two minutes and out pops a handy soothing destresser for those tense muscles and painful aches.

From Vita Skin Spa, 26 St Ann Street, Salisbury. tel: 01722 346324; www.vitaskinspa.co.uk

EMPORIO ARMANI OVERHEAD HOODIE, £89.95 Once over the finish line, change out of those damp, tired clothes into this stylish muscle-warming sweatshirt and you’ll instantly feel like a winner.

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Delicious Indian street food in relaxed surroundings Enjoy Rasheed and Dipender’s exciting menus along with Chef Kumar’s 25 years of experience. Ever-changing menus made with locally sourced ingredients and fine craft ales.

90 Crane Street, Salisbury, Wiltshire SP1 2QD 01722 329700 cafediwali.com

GRILLED AND CHARCOALED MEATS, MELTINGLY TENDER TAGINES, HONEYED BITES OF BAKLAWA, PASTRIES AND MUCH MORE!

To book please call 01722 327628 90 Fisherton Street, Salisbury, SP2 7QY info@baroushka.com • baroushka.com

Taste the Arabian

Midweek Dinner Menu

Lebanese, Moroccan and Turkish cuisine, with a metropolitan flair and the finest ingredients

Choose a starter and a main course for just £14.90 per person Available Monday to Thursday 7pm–9pm

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We are a husband and wife team with a small, relaxed, no “hustle and bustle” restaurant and beautiful rooms to stay in. Mark prepares all dishes fresh to order with local seasonal produce, so if you happen to be in a hurry, please let us know at the start of the evening.

UPCOMING SUPPER CLUB DATES Don’t forget! Special B&B offer during S.C night. £50 per room (except gin night £65).

Wednesday 10th October: Cranborne Chase Cider and Apple £28.50 As October is apple harvest, you’ll find apples imaginatively and deliciously incorporated into each dish, and accompanied by the ultimate apple drink, Cranborne Chase cider! Bill Meaden, owner of Cranborne Chase cider will join us and talk about his Farm, ciders and the cider making process. Of course there will be plenty of cider on offer.

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HOWARD’S HOUSE HOTEL SARAH MOOLLA discovers an enchanting and elegant country hotel in the heart of the Nadder Valley

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t’s just so damn pretty, it’s so unbelievably chocolate box gorgeous. The steeple peeking over the lush Constable-worthy landscape, the babbling stream flanked by box hedges throwing beautiful shapes, the fairytale curve of the country road. The village of Teffont, just some 10 miles from Salisbury, promises a happy ever after before the visit has even begun.

I’m staying at the independently owned and run country Howard’s House Hotel and with me is my shy, uncommunicative, just-turned-14-year-old eldest son, who, right now, believes life consists of Fortnite, YouTube memes, and margarita pizzas. And being honest, sometimes it’s easier to let him stay in that universe. But I’m determined to coax him away from a screen, and cheese-topped meal, just for a day or two. Also I want to source other topics of conversation that don’t involve the broken wi-fi and untidiness. “It’ll be good for him, and me,’ I tell my crestfallen husband whose already Googled

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the place and was looking forward to, “sophisticated contemporary fare, luxuriously furnished guest rooms, and complete tranquillity.”

As we wind our way into Teffont, I gasp, “It’s like a Midsomer Murders village!” The eldest boy pulls out his earphone, ‘What?’ he says, not really caring what the answer is. I plough on filling him in on villainous vicars and scheming school ma’ams as we check in. The hotel itself, which dates back to 1623, manages to look both magnificentcastle and country cottage, all golden stone reflecting the Nadder Valley light, manicured rose garden surrounds and borders of tall shrubs and wildflowers. I can tell the eldest is quietly impressed because he hasn’t yet re-plugged.

The hotel itself is just as enchanting – sumptuous, welcoming, and ample-sized bedrooms, and just the right amount of attentiveness from the staff. For pre-dinner tipples, we have a tricky choice between small but grand panelled sitting rooms, and stunning verandas from

restaurant

which we can take in those breathtaking views beyond the beautiful lawns.

Dinner is in an elegant, crisp white linen dining room, with other diners including a few visiting couples and some local families (always a great sign if the residents are having their dinner here...). To start I have the mussel and garden herb chowder, and when they say garden herb that’s exactly what it is – taken from their very own extensive vegetable and herb patch. The mussels are firm, fleshy and plentiful in the lightly salted, seafood broth, offset with the green-fresh whisper of chives, parsley and basil.

The eldest loves his Devon scallop starter, which comes on a pungently rich cauliflower purée and is livened up by scattered crumbs of smoky, sizzling, chorizo, and a few strands of peppery nasturtium.

For the main course, my dining companion (because the delightful ambience is turning him into one), opts for the fillet of salmon served with red pepper piperade, saffron cocotte and wild garlic pesto. The salmon is sweet, crispy, and meaty, and comes on a bed of crushed garlic, soft onions, sweet tomatoes and ripened red peppers, with dabs of piquant pesto bringing an occasional fragrant basil punch. My choice is on Noelle the waitress’s recommendation, and after experiencing this dish, I would listen to every word this women says.

I don’t think I’ve ever had a nicer venison. The loin of local roe deer is tender, soft and velvety in texture and not-too-gamey. As a wannabe hothouse parent, I seize the opportunity to try a bit of vocabulary expansion and ask my dining companion to taste and describe the roe.

“It’s like a meaty marshmallow.” Which, while sounding very wrong, is actually exactly right.

My dessert is a sharp and refreshing lemon syllabub topped with fresh berries and garden marigolds. The dining companion’s eyes light up, and heart fills with joy when a few of his favourite things have magicked themselves into a pudding – chilled, rich thick dark chocolate fondant, served with a dollop of honeycomb ice-cream, and juicy dark berries.

The next morning we enjoy a stroll around the timeuntouched village, (yes, I think his dessert really did have magic powers). “It’s so lovely you came away with your son,” remarks Noelle as we check out. “You don’t see that often. Have you enjoyed it?” Before I can say anything, the eldest replies with a cheery, “Yup. Definitely.” That is highest praise possible from a monosyllabic teen. n

“The loin of local roe deer is tender, soft and velvety in texture”

Dining details Howard’s House Hotel, Teffont Evias, Salisbury, SP3 5RJ. tel: 01722 716392; www.howardshousehotel.co.uk Opening hours Only closes between 23 - 26 December Covers 25-30, plus 24 in private room, The Coach House Prices Three-course fresh and seasonal meals, cost between £33.50 – £46.50 Drinks choice Extensive wine list, excellent fresh coffee, and fine loose leaf teas Service/atmosphere A genteel and elegant backdrop to a friendly and picturesque country hotel

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David and Corinna King Chloe Fox, Johnny Messum and Rupert Everett

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FILM STAR

Rose Eva, Helen Birchenough and Simon Birchenough

Rupert Everett appeared at Messums Wiltshire to discuss The Happy Prince, a ďŹ lm he wrote, directed and starred in. The sell-out event, which opened the art centre’s Festival of the Spoken Word on 14 July, included a screening, a Q&A and supper in the Mess Restaurant with a menu designed especially for the occasion by the head chef Sunny Sin. Photos by Adrian Harris www.adrianharrisphotography.co.uk

Philippa Thorpe and Leo Seymour Victoria Downes, Frances Girardot, Victoria Mosspo, Mark Girardot and Rosie Williams

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Marina Guirey, James Bruce-Gardlyn, Tamson Bruce-Gardlyn, Anthony Richmond-Watson and Geraldine Richmond-Watson

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A parade in Market Square

Tyler and Kaleb Britten

Kitty Munro

TAKE PRIDE

Leyna McQ, Lilah Khan, Livy Ewing, Imogen Reeve and Eve Healy

Mayor of Salisbury, Mike Osment, addressing the Salisbury Pride march participants

Salisbury Pride returned on 21 July with a whole host of activities celebrating the LGBT community, which included a parade through the city centre, live music, stand-up comedy at Danny’s Craft Bar and drag king and queen performances at @home on Bridge Street, ending with an after party at the Chapel nightclub.

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Carol Parsons

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Fundraisers group together

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Salisbury Trust for the Homeless (STFH) raised more than £1,600 for its funds at a garden party attended by nearly 100 people held at the South Canonry in Cathedral Close. Gordon Pardy, the Trust’s head of fundraising says, “In recent times more than fourfifths of our clients who have left us have gone on to independent living, our highest success rate ever.”

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HEY, GOOD LOOKING! Our beauty panel share the benefits of their most requested cosmetic procedures

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Sometimes nature might need a helping hand

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health & beauty Cosmetic aesthetics can benefit at any age

Who is most suited to this treatment?

Anyone who struggles to put eyeliner on due to poor eyesight. A sporty person who wants to look their best without it smudging, and anyone wanting to enhance their eyes and make them pop.

Nikki Spicer, spa director of Vita Skin Spa

What treatment is your most popular?

Advanced Dermapen Microneedling treatment using mesotherapy has been at Vita since March, but has quickly become our most requested facial treatment, due to its incredible, long lasting results.

How does it work?

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obody’s perfect and that’s a good thing because the world would be very boring if we were. But as time marches on (and all over our figure and face), we might consider a gentle helping hand to assist our beauty regime. Here we learn about the most popular and effective treatments as recommended by our local beauty experts...

Dr Claudia Morley of Morley Aesthetics

What treatment is your most popular?

Dermal fillers, which are tiny injections of a naturally occurring protein in our skin called hyaluronic acid. This is what gives our skin its volume and fullness but as we get older it diminishes causing our skin to become dryer and thinner.

What are the effects, both short term and long term? It can smooth out lipstick lines

or smokers lines, the little vertical creases that form around our lips, and contour the face to bring back its youthful shape. The cheeks are often an area that benefit from dermal fillers as this is one of the first areas where we lose volume with age and, when administered well, can be subtle but extremely rejuvenating.

How long have you been practising this treatment? I’ve been a doctor for nearly

20 years and have been practising facial aesthetics, including dermal fillers, for 10 years.

Who is most suited to this treatment?

About 70 per cent of my patients have a form of dermal fillers and they range all the way from 25 to 80 years of age.

What does it cost? From £250, depending on the volume of product needed.

How long does it take? 30-60 minutes.

Microneedling encourages the body’s ability to repair itself and to produce new collagen and elastin. This creates firmer, more radiant and younger looking skin.

Who is suited to this treatment? Suits anyone wanting to improve lines and wrinkles and anyone with loose sagging skin. It also treats pigmentation and sun damage and acne, as well as scarring and stretch marks.

Is there a downtime? A small possibility

of some minor bruising and inflammation afterwards, but often it’s not an issue.

Does it need to be repeated regularly?

The effects will last six to 12 months depending on the area treated and product used.

Eleanor Osmond Permanent cosmetics technician and make-up artist Your most popular treatment at the moment? Permanent eyeliner.

What is the impact and long term gain of having permanent eyeliner? After an

eyeliner tattoo, you can put away your eye pencils for several years.

How long does it take, and what is the longest it lasts?

How much time should I allow, and how much does it cost? The standard micro

needling treatment takes 30 minutes plus consultation time, and the advanced is one hour, and prices start from £175.

Any side effects? There are no side effects apart from the redness, which is similar to moderate sunburn, directly after the treatment.

After 48 hours this is completely gone.

Does it need to be repeated regularly?

Although results will be seen with one treatment, three sessions at four to six week intervals are recommended, with a follow up treatment six to 12 months later, and then one or two a year for maintenance.

“About 70 per cent of my patients have a form of dermal fillers”

The initial treatment for each procedure takes roughly two hours. You are then required to have a top-up 4-6 weeks after the initial treatment. Depending on your skin type the tattoo can last between 1-5 years.

How long have you been practising this treatment? I have been a make-up artist for

11 years, and trained in permanent cosmetics in January 2018. On average I have at least three new permanent cosmetic clients a week.

Cost and how long does the treatment take? Prices start from £150, then £50 for the

4-week top up. Numbing cream is applied 30 minutes before the treatment, the treatment itself takes 30 minutes.

Is there a downtime? The first five days after having the treatment done are crucial. You cannot wear eye make-up in this time or get water near the eyes.

GP and aesthetics doctor Joanna Lovatt What is your most requested procedure?

Thermavein treatment for facial red veins.

What are the effects, both short term and long term? Permanently removes and

reduces the red veins that frequently appear on the face, most commonly on the cheeks, nose and chin, as you age. The treatment is highly effective, safe and quick.

How does it work? Thermavein works by a process called thermocoagulation, which is delivered by a tiny needle the width of a hair, straight to the problem area.

How many treatments are needed? Often just one treatment is required – it depends on the extent of the veins. This treatment can also be used to treat other vascular blemishes.

What does it cost and how long is the appointment? Prices start at £200, and the

treatment time is about 15 minutes.

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OUR BEAUTY PANEL Eyebrows help frame the face

Dr. Patricia Cambell is dentist and facial aesthetics practitioner at THE dentist Salisbury. THE Dentist Suite, 7 Beckett House, 4 Bridge Street, Salisbury. Tel: 01722 413 513; www.thedentistsalisbury.co.uk Jake Cook from The Sharp Practice. 2/8 Catherine Street, Salisbury. Tel: 01722 325961; www. sharppracticetattoo.co.uk Dr Geoff Lewis of The Fontmell Medical and Laser Clinic, West Street, Fontmell Magna, Shaftesbury Dorset. Tel: 01747812718 www.fontmellclinic.co.uk Dr Joanna Lovatt of The Medical Cosmetic Clinic 5 Wyndham Rd, Salisbury.

Tel: 01722 632633; www.drjoannalovatt.co.uk

Any after effects? Maybe a little redness initially to the treated area and avoiding intense exercise for 48 hours afterwards.

The Sharp Practice’s tattooist Jake Cook, who has an advanced diploma in semi-permanent make-up What is your most requested treatment?

Semi-permanent eyebrows, but semipermanent eyeliner is also very popular.

How do you create the look? By an individual hair stroke effect to fill them out for a natural look.

What are the advantages? Smudge-free make-up gives long-term facial definition, the look helps to frame the face and of course it saves time in the morning. A lot of our clients say it has massively boosted their confidence.

How long have you been practising this treatment? For over

seven years and have a lot of happy clients.

What does it cost?

Prices start at £200 and we suggest clients allow a minimum of an hour and a half. You only need to refresh your brows after one year to 18 months.

How does it work? Short-term effects of

anti-wrinkle injections are the relaxation of the facial muscles, which stops repeated movement of these muscles. This reduces and delays the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the treated areas.

Who is most suited to this treatment?

A wide variety of patients who wish to improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

It can also be used to treat a ‘high smile line’ and for patients who suffer with excessive sweating around the underarms, palm of hands, lower back etc.

Cost and appointment time? Prices start from £175 for a 30-minute consultation and a 45 minute appointment.

Any side effects? This wouldn’t be suitable for any patients who are allergic, and there are usual risks of any cosmetic treatment, very mild discomfort and some bleeding and bruising. These are all discussed at the consultation.

“Anti wrinkle injections are relaxation of the facial muscles”

Dr. Patricia Cambell is a dentist and facial aesthetics practitioner at THE dentist Salisbury What treatment are you asked for most?

Anti-wrinkle injections and dermal lip fillers.

What are they? Dermal fillers are a naturally occurring enzyme called hyaluronic acid which is designed to volumise and plump up areas such as lips and some facial lines.

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Aesthetics doctor Claudia Morley of Morley Aesthetics, Salisbury Clinic: Pure Health, Odstock, Salisbury. Dorset Clinic: The Cowshed Clinic, Farnham, nr Blandford.

Tel: 01258-690789; www.morleyaesthetics.co.uk

Does it need to be repeated regularly?

It is recommended that the treatment is repeated around every three or four months. Dermal fillers can last for up to a year.

Dr Geoff Lewis of The Fontmell Medical and Laser Clinic What treatment is your most popular?

Microneedling/Dermapen.

How many clients have you treated so far with this? All our qualified practitioners have

been offering this treatment for 18 months and we have over 100 very happy clients.

Eleanor Osmond Permanent Cosmetics & MUA, based at Ellevisage Beauty, Arnwood, The Street, Whiteparish.

Tel: 07958 353986; www. eleanorosmond.co.uk Nikki Spicer, spa director of Vita Skin Spa, 26 St Ann Street, Salisbury. Tel: 01722 346324; www.vitaskinspa.co.uk

Who is most suited, and anybody not suitable? Anyone over 30, or anyone suffering

with stretch marks and scars. As with many cosmetic treatments, care and caution need to be taken with dark skin types.

What does it cost? Prices start at £150 per treatment, and it takes half an hour.

What can the client expect immediately after? The skin will be very red immediately

after the treatment, which lasts for 24 hours.

And what about in the longer term?

There is an initial improvement over the first few weeks after treatment and benefits often continue for up to a year, especially if the course of three treatments are completed at six week intervals.

Does it need to be repeated regularly? For optimum results an annual review would be beneficial.

Do you love the skin you’re in?

Advanced Microneedling with Mesotherapy

Lines & wrinkles • Face lifting • Eye lifting & brightening Scarring • Stretch marks • Acne & acne scarring • Pigmentation

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Treatments that deliver results from a qualified medical practitioner • 3D-Lipo Body contouring (non invasive) • Thread vein removal • Blemish removal • Non-injectable facial fillers • Laser tattoo removal

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Dr Claudia Morley shares her knowledge on achieving a natural look

enowned Cosmetic Doctor, Dr Claudia Morley at Morley Aesthetics has earned a large and loyal following for her expert dermal fillers and antiwrinkle injections, and the subtle, natural look she creates for her many happy clients.

“I have been working with injectables for the past ten years,” said Dr Morley, “and this experience has shown me that it’s not just about them – it’s about optimizing total skin health.”

Having spent a long time researching the best medical skin treatments available, Dr Morley now offers a whole range of these at her clinic, with the help of her Aesthetic Practitioner colleague and skin expert Emma and her husband, experienced GP and Ophthalmologist, Dr Crispin Malpas.

Dr Morley’s aim is to ensure her clients have a completely natural look, ‘Often it’s about looking fresher and healthier, rather than trying to eliminate every line. I absolutely hate the plastic look, over-inflated lips and cheeks, that we sadly see so much of now. That is not what we’re about.”

Eyelid Tightening with ‘Plasmage’ Plasmage is an exciting new treatment that is most commonly used to treat excess eyelid skin.

It lifts hooded eyelids improving tired looking

eyes and is an excellent alternative to a surgical blepharoplasty. Plasma is a neutral ionized gas that causes heating and sublimation of tissues without the probe actually coming in to contact with the skin. This causes the skin to contract and results in tightening. Having performed many surgical blepharoplasties during his Ophthalmology career, this is Dr Malpas’ area of expertise and he currently has an ever-growing waiting list for this procedure!

Sagging Lower Face & Jowls These are common causes for complaint for many people but it’s not necessary to go under the knife. Dr Malpas has become well renowned for his ‘Thread Lifts’. Often referred to as the ‘Lunchtime Face Lift” due to its minimal downtime, it involves the insertion of a thread under the skin via a very fine needle. The thread has anchor points that hold the tissue and provides lifting when tensioned, it’s very effective on a sagging jawline and jowls. More details are on the Morley Aesthetics website.

Ultimate Facelift High Intensity Ultrasound – HIFU (similar to Ultherapy) stimulates the deep support layers of the skin to produce collagen, resulting in lifting and firming of the skin. It is particularly useful around the lower face, redefining and tightening the jawline. “We like performing this treatment in combination with the Thread Lift for the ultimate facelift. However, it can be effective on its own and the big advantages are that it’s a single treatment, it’s non-invasive so no needles, and no downtime.”

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The ‘RF facial’ (radiofrequency) is Emma’s speciality, and is the best way of stimulating collagen deep down in the skin, smoothing out fine lines and plumping. It’s also great for the neck and chest area, improving crepiness. “As it’s non-invasive, no needles or downtime, and actually rather relaxing, it’s a wonderful treatment for anyone wanting to freshen their face, whatever their age.”

beautiful.” One of her favourite treatments is to eliminate the downturned mouth and frown lines, which instantly makes the face – look and feel – happy again.

Mesotherapy Mesotherapy delivers hyaluronic acid, antioxidants, amino acids and vitamins directly beneath the skin using a tiny needle, stimulating the skin to repair and revitalise. “I love this treatment – it’s a really powerful way of rehydrating tired skin as the hyaluronic acid attracts fluid into the skin.”

Medi-facials As well as the ‘RF facial’ the celebrity favourite ‘Fire & Ice’ facial is a very popular treatment at Morley Aesthetics, it gently resurfaces the skin leaving the skin brighter, clearer and smoother with no downtime at all. It’s often combined with the LED phototherapy mask as a fusion treatment, which enhances collagen stimulation, as well as being able to target different skin problems, such as acne and pigmentation. n

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THE CITY GETS A BOOST! WiltshireCreative’s arts event puts the sparkle back into Salisbury’s fortunes

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iltshire Creative’s Lift Off! weekend, celebrating the arts in Salisbury, attracted estimated crowds of more than 13,000 residents and visitors into the city over the August Bank Holiday weekend. Four days of free events and activities marked the start of the first season of programming from Wiltshire Creative, the new organisation that combines Salisbury Arts Centre, Salisbury Playhouse and Salisbury International Arts Festival.

A survey of people attending over the weekend showed 36 per cent of respondents spent between £21 and £50 on their visit into the city. Five per cent of respondents spent £50 plus. Footfall for the week to Saturday 25 August was

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The Big Number up 3.9 per cent on the previous week, against a High Street Index increase of 1.9 per cent week on week.

On Friday 24 August live music from bands Just Us and The Deloreons in The Close was followed by a spectacular fireworks display, set to music, over the Cathedral. Across the weekend there were free theatre performances in and around the Playhouse performed by community groups, a Family Fiesta of craft activities at Salisbury Arts Centre and a visual arts trail between the two venues. Bank Holiday Monday saw a programme of theatre, dance and circus in Market Square, The Maltings and Old George Mall as well as the moving Boots on the Ground, a promenade performance inspired by stories from World War I that

audiences could participate in.

There were also two performances of Howard Moody’s evocative opera Push, sung by the Salisbury Festival Chorus with La Folia Orchestra in a packed St Thomas’s Church.

Wiltshire Creative artistic director Gareth Machin says, “Lift Off! was a free party for everyone, a celebration of this creative city and our new organisation as we open the doors for our first season of work. After a difficult few months for Salisbury, we’re delighted so many people were able to be part of what was a spectacular weekend.”

The Lift Off! weekend was supported by Arts Council England, Wiltshire Council, Salisbury City Council, Salisbury BID, Salisbury Cathedral, Raring2Go, Fletcher & Partners,

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Wiltshire Recovery Co-ordinating Group and Without Walls, the UK’s largest commissioner of outdoor art. A founding sponsor of Wiltshire Creative is Smith & Williamson. Salisbury MP John Glen says, “I wholeheartedly back the aims of the new organisation and its commitment to making arts accessible.”

For more: www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk

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CHRIS SOUTHON

Salisbury-born Chris Southon is now the managing director of the furniture retailer Southons of Salisbury. He has also worked in the entertainment industry, been a motorcycle courier and provided the disco support for Paul Weller

I was lucky as the business was all set up and running when I joined, but the challenge with a business that has been around for some time is re-inventing it and finding ways to make it different.

trying to match a sofa cover with other items of soft furnishings, it’s a good idea to bring with you a sample of the fabric covering the soft furnishings so that you can be sure it’s a good match or contrast.

And how have you managed to re-invent the store?

The biggest push in this direction was when the entire interior was refurbished at the turn of the millennium. Spending the money was a bit of a risk as it was difficult to estimate the monetary benefit, However, I’m pleased to say that it was well worth it. We have continued investing in updating the appearance of the shop, most recently with the refurbishment of our Natuzzi Editions Gallery that has just been completed.

How do you monitor trends and look out for the ‘next big thing?

I go to a number of trade shows every year – the furniture-buying year really starts in January. In this way I can get a feel for what colours are trending; which woods are in vogue, and also what direction designs are going in. For example a mustard yellow colour is very fashionable this year, but of course this wouldn’t be to everyone’s taste.

How might you describe Southons’ key clientele?

We have had and still have some very famous customers, including some ex-prime ministers, actors, television personalities and pop stars. We also deliver furniture to London, the south coast, and sometimes even internationally for special orders.

“SOUTHONS WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1907 BY MY GRANDFATHER PERCY SOUTHON” How do you see Southons evolving over the years?

In five to 10 years time, I would anticipate that Southons will continue to offer a personal service and quality products, and that will be coupled with inevitably more online orders, but without sacrificing any aspects of our service.

Have you always been a Salisbury resident?

I was born in Salisbury, in fact in the house where I’m living now, so I haven’t moved very far away. I went to Cathedral School in The Close and then to Dauntsey’s in West Lavington so I’ve remained very local.

late 20s. My first ever job was a Pony Express motorcycle despatch rider in London. I then later ran my own entertainment company providing discos for private events, including the Oxford and Cambridge summer balls. We also supported musical performers, the most famous of whom was Paul Weller.

When was Southons established, and by whom?

Southons was established in 1907 by my grandfather Percy Southon, whose family had a general store in Southampton. He saw that Salisbury needed a furnisher and so set up workshops to make bespoke items, a second-hand furniture shop, as well as a shop selling new furniture.

He even at one time had a house removal company.

How do you think Southons of Salisbury keeps succeeding despite the age of the internet?

We always put the customer first and try to understand exactly what they are looking for so that we can recommend the best item within their budget. We also pride ourselves on offering a good after-sales service, something that is in short supply when buying furniture over the internet.

What words of wisdom would you give to people who are looking for new furniture?

This advice may sound a little mundane, but it’s crucial: it is important to measure the space available for your new piece of furniture before buying it. Also if you are buying a large item, will it fit through the front door, through the hallway and up the stairs? Do you need a piece of furniture that can be partially dismantled so that it can fit into the space you have available?

Did you join the family business immediately?

I didn’t work in Southons until my

What are the challenges you’ve experienced with running your own independent business?

Sounds like good advice.

Anything else to bear in mind?

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Do you think we should be wary of trends when it comes to buying bigger pieces of furniture?

I don’t think that you have to be wary of fashion when buying furniture, it’s more a question of deciding if what’s in fashion is suitable for your home. There are some classical sofa designs that, when made in a modern fabric style,

can look very contemporary. It’s more a case of ensuring that you are making the right choice.

Do you change the layout and furnishings in your own home much?

With a busy working and family life, my wife and I are very time poor so constantly updating our furniture is not very high on the list of priorities, although we are in the process of changing our sofas at the moment.

I would describe our house as a very much-lived in family home.

Any moment that you have been particularly proud of?

When we celebrated 100 years of being in business in 2007. This is quite an achievement these days, especially with shops disappearing from the high street.

For more: Southons of Salisbury, 38-40 Catherine St, Salisbury. Tel: 01722 322458; www.southonsfurniture.co.uk

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being lost. Values like caring for others, taking time to listen, respect, and holding manual dexterity and skills in high esteem. My aim is to give outstanding artisans a place to showcase their work, offering customers items that will stay with them for life, becoming old friends.

JULIETTE SCOTT

Juliette Scott is the owner of The Artisan Studio, which has just opened on the first floor of Fisherton Mill.

Juliette curates an evolving selection of pieces made by artisans from all over Europe for men, women, the home, and even the dog You have a beautiful accent – but it’s hard to place! Where are you from?

Actually it’s hard to say where I’m from any more! I was born in London, into a family that was half French and half English, with a few Italian roots thrown into the mix.

After growing up in England, I lived and worked around Toulouse for 17 years, and then spent eight years in Piedmont. I only came back to the UK a couple of years ago.

been growing all these years as an offshoot of my work and personal interests. On my travels I always visit artisans at work– I love sharing their passion about what they do.

From a work point of view I participated for eight years in a project supporting small businesses in rural areas across seven countries.

Many of the businesses were artisan-led, and so I built up a network of contacts (friends!) doing all sorts of interesting things.

What brought you, and The Artisan Studio, to Salisbury?

I’d been looking high and low for the right place, nothing fitted…

I was feeling really disheartened when suddenly a studio at Fisherton Mill came up, and that was that!

The Mill feels exactly right for me and my project in every respect.

When did you first go into business on your own?

I’ve worked for myself almost all my adult life – so that’s around 30 years now, scary! But I still love it – there’s an energy and excitement that I just couldn’t do without. Getting it right for your customer – there’s so much satisfaction in that.

What is The Artisan Studio’s background?

The seed for the business has

What is the motivation?

The speed of globalisation is leaving a lot of things behind. Values are

Why do you think people are rejecting mass-produced goods in favour of artisan alternatives?

Our society is increasingly being de-humanised. I think the movement towards artisan alternatives is a natural balancing reaction to the anonymity and speed of life these days. People need to feel reassured that humans still have their place.

How can this trend be actively encouraged?

We all need to think more about how we spend our money. How is that cheap t-shirt produced? If we can afford a few pounds more, or wait a while longer to buy the item, isn’t that better than exploiting a child in a country far away?

What were you doing before starting this line of work?

Languages have generally played a big part – I speak English, French and Italian. I’ve done executive training, and translation – mainly in the area of international affairs.

Do you travel much?

Yes, although not as much as I used to! When you start to recognise the flight crew, and they know your name, that’s the time to worry…

How do you source your homewares and accessories?

The contacts I’ve made through my various careers and my travels in so many countries, and the various ways of life I’ve encountered by living abroad have brought me into contact with very special people making very special items.

Are there any Salisbury folk you’d like to name check who have helped facilitate your start-up?

The Artisan Studio would not have gone from idea to reality without the support of Deborah, Sarah and Michael at Fisherton Mill, and I am so grateful to the unique

community of businesses they have created there. Each one of them has given me a helping hand – Addison Design with PR, Fisherton Framing with a whole range of beautiful bespoke frames, Heather at Born to Knit and Catherine Thomas at Landscape Design. Daniela, Claire, Debbie, Greg, Kirsty, Lynette, Cara, the list goes on...

How might you also be supporting local talent?

Apart from the pleasure of working with like-minded people, it brings many synergies and connections.

I never cease to be amazed how powerful word of mouth still is.

A concrete example here is Paloma Lily, the talented florists in Salisbury and Wilton, who are providing me with the plants to offset and complement my items.

“ARTISAN ALTERNATIVES IS A NATURAL REACTION TO THE SPEED OF LIFE” What are the advantages and disadvantages of working for yourself?

The advantages are all about independence – to make your own decisions, to be creative, to choose your path. The disadvantages are part and parcel of those things – being enthused by what you do can lead to working longer hours, so you lose your work-life balance.

Is there someone in business that you admire and try learn from?

I admire Richard Branson and his ability to ‘think out of the box’ and that he prioritises work-life balance for himself and for his employees.

My favourite quotation of his is “Work on the things you love”!

For more: The Artisan Studio’s opening hours are Wednesday 12-5pm, Thursday 12-5pm, Friday 12-5pm and Saturday 12-5pm. Other times by arrangement.

Fisherton Mill, 108 Fisherton Street Salisbury. www.theartisanstudio.uk

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NEWS STORIES Our pick of the most exciting, intriguing or important local business stories happening right now Heather says “I wool” in her special wedding dress

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Heather Addison, the owner of wool specialist Born To Knit, designed and knitted her own wedding dress for her marriage to independent Salisbury graphic designer Graham Addison. The couple met at Fisherton Mill’s studios when Heather opened her shop seven years ago, and where Addison Design has traded for the last fifteen years.

Heather explains. “I looked in umpteen bridal shops but couldn’t find anything that I liked, so I decided to design and make it myself; and owning a wool shop, it really had to be knitted!”

Despite working under the same roof, Heather managed to make her dress without Graham suspecting what was going on and her groom was delighted with the result.

“How Heather kept it a secret I do not know. She certainly pulled the wool over my eyes.”

The couple plan to use their joint business expertise to launch a new knitting pattern design brand in the autumn.

For more: www.borntoknit.co.uk

FLYING CARPETS Renowned family run Persian carpet specialists Bakhtiyar will be launching their second shop, Bakhtiyar Bazaar, in Stockbridge on 5 October.

Owner Masoud Mazaheri-Asadi who runs the stores along with sons Koroush and Darius explains, “Whilst Bakhtiyar on the opposite side of the High Street will continue to focus on the exclusive, ultra rare and unusual pieces, Bakhtiyar Bazaar will focus more on those everyday magical Persian and Oriental delights at affordable prices. These will include carpets, saddlebags, runners and handknotted nomadic kilims.”

For more: www.bakhtiyar.com

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Bakhtiyar is on the rise with a second shop

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TYING THE KNIT Canon Nicholas Papadopulos

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Canon Nicholas Papadopulos was installed as the 81st Dean of Salisbury on 9 September. The ceremony, which took place during the Cathedral’s service of Evensong, began with the “Royal Letters Patent” being read aloud, signalling the Queen’s approval of the appointment and authorisation for Nicholas to take up what is constitutionally a Crown appointment.

For more: www.salisburycathedral.org.uk

AMAZING GRACE

Gracewell of Salisbury celebrated its fifth anniversary of delivering residential, nursing and dementia care on Shapland Close with a big birthday bash for residents, staff and friends of the home.

There was music, a hog roast and local stallholders offering gifts and goodies.

For more: www.gracewell.co.uk

GROWING UP

Salisbury-based HR consultancy firm, HJS Human Resources, has relocated to Regus at Cross Keys House on Queens Street as a result of record growth. Managing director Dan Jenkins says, “Our business has quadrupled over the last few years and we now have a superb team of consultants and advisors, supported by an increased team of excellent administration staff. I hope that with our more centralised location we’ll be able to work with more growing businesses across Salisbury.”

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LEGAL Q&A Lawyer Lin Cumberlin of Batt Broadbent Solicitors answers more questions about child arrangements in the event of family break-ups If the split is amicable, is legal advice still necessary?

Even if they have agreed on all arrangements relating to their children, it is important that this is properly recorded in the form of an agreement/parenting plan in case a dispute arises at any time in the future.

How will the arrangement be drawn up?

The legal advisers can simply draw up the terms of the agreement/ parenting plan which sets out what the parents (and, where appropriate, the children) have agreed.

How might this be used in the future?

Occasionally, the agreement can be useful, particularly within the Armed Forces, as proof of the fact that the serving member is having his/her children to stay overnight regularly in terms of provision of accommodation.

If you require legal advice concerning child arrangements or any other type of family related matter, Lin Cumberlin offers a free initial consultation. Contact Lin on 01722 411141; www.battbroadbent.co.uk

Two Salisbury projects have been awarded Salisbury City Council grants as part of the City Grants Fund Scheme. The recipients are Celebrate Voice, the award-winning music festival taking place 25 October until 3 November 2018, and Studio Theatre, which is a purposebuilt theatre hired by schools, community groups and youth organisations.

Hugh Abel, who is a committee member and extension project team leader for Studio Theatre, says “The grant will be used to help with the building of the theatre’s extension. This will expand the facilities for community drama available in the city and South Wiltshire.”

A scene from a recent production at the Studio Theatre on Ashley Road

For more: www.salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk

Sculptor Julieann Worrall Hood, and (below) one of the three steel hares

HARE DRESSER A leading housebuilder has unveiled three new sculptures at a housing development near Salisbury. Persimmon Homes South Coast asked sculptor Julieann Worrall Hood to create artwork celebrating the legend of the city’s dancing hare at its St Peter’s Place development.

The three stainless steel hare sculptures have been constructed at the site found off Devizes Road. Julieann, who lives in Wiltshire and also works as a theatre designer, says, “I love nature and wanted to celebrate this with my sculptures, as the St Peter’s Place development is part of such a beautiful landscape that blends into Salisbury Plain.

“The hares have been placed in the wonderful park that runs the length of the development, amongst wild flowers and trees with a fantastic view to Salisbury Cathedral. I’m so pleased with the end result.”

According to South Wiltshire folklore, seeing a hare dancing under a full moon will bring good fortune to those lucky enough to witness it.

For more: www.persimmonhomes.com

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My wife Paula and my children mean the world to me and this photo taken in the Spanish sunshine reminds me of what’s important Coffee is an important part of my daily ritual, my team always joke that if they need to find me – check the coffee shops!

My nine-year-old Noah is better at golf than me, but I love walking around a beautifully manicured course, taking in the views

Increasingly we use the laptop to help customers visualise how flooring will look in a room

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I enjoy planning how best to cut up a roll of carpet, and a scale rule helps me to minimise waste and avoid mistakes

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amieson Adams is the main director of Salisbury Carpet Company Limited and previously had a career building, renovating and refurbishing bespoke homes. He has also won a heritage award for interior design and landscape design. ■ For more: www.salisburycarpetcompany.com

This was bought for me by a good friend for my 30th birthday when we visited them in Sydney I am a very reluctant ‘techy’ but I’ve now conceded, and my phone is key to managing my business and personal life

This is for a current project where a customer is giving his very busy gym a much needed makeover

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gardens clockwise from left: Check for hedgehogs before you light your bonfire; fallen leaves are useful and also brilliant fun; cyclamen make great autumn pollinators

CALL of the WILD REBECCA TWIGG, director of The Secret Garden Salisbury the community space for wildlife and people, advises how to prepare your garden for a nature-friendly autumn

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hen I was younger, I thought hedgehogs went around in hand knitted jumpers and lived by the warm hearth among the roots of old oak trees, with tiny red doors and glowing windows.

Mice carried knapsacks full of blackberries and ambled along wild flower filled country lanes in their tiny hobnail boots. However, it would seem my pretty little story could benefit from a helping hand and some sympathetic gardening practices. Autumn is the time to focus on making the best of the garden for our wildlife friends to come and be happy.

Preparing the garden to play a vital supporting role in a wildlife revival can be tied into regular garden jobs, making your little green space one of the estimated 10 million acres of UK garden.

Firstly, think pollinators. There are some bulbs that are very worthy in a wildlife friendly space – amongst my favourites are alliums purple sensation, moly, sphaerocephalon and roseum, crocus, nectaroscordum siculum.

cyclamen, snowdrops, and wood anemone.

Tulip sylvestris are particularly beautiful when planted through a grassy ‘no mow’ swathe, and add lungwort for an incredible kickstart to spring pollinators forage.

Leave stems and dead flower heads on plants to ​dry, so they become places for mini-beasts to ‘over winter’, then your aphid hunting ladybird larvae will be working hard for you next spring time (Top tip: do an internet search for ladybird larvae.

You will be surprised how different they look to adult ladybirds).

Woody clippings and sticks can be piled up randomly, and they will attract all manner of mini-beasts that your larger wildlife can take advantage of as food becomes scarce. Toads and frogs are partial to any damp corner so even leaving bags of compost untouched is useful as a hide-out.

These ideas can be applied to a small garden too, but if you are very pushed for space, some bee hotels on sunny walls, gaps under fences for wildlife to move around, a water

dish and pots of spring bulbs all make worthy contributions to the wider picture.

Also consider keeping fallen leaves as they are one of the best resources your garden has. They give opportunities for worms to pull them down into the earth below, beetles to stay cool, birds and mammals to forage, hoverflies (first class pollinators) to lay eggs and for mammals to collect nesting materials.

Heap them up somewhere shady and damp and leave them there to decompose.

Put some of them in a very dry corner so they do not rot down, these will be collected by hedgehogs getting ready to hibernate.

And finally more about our prickly pals – these creatures do not differentiate between a heap made for them and a bonfire, so if you do make a wood heap for the 5 November, please make sure you move the entire thing on the day you light it to ensure no deep sleeping visitors end up in ‘hoggie-hospital’.

“Fallen leaves are one of the best resources your garden has”

For more: www.secretgardensalisbury.uk

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DELIGHTFUL DE VAUX Elsie Chadwick explores a significant Salisbury home, within the liberty of Cathedral Close

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sk a typical Salisbury resident to extol the virtues of the city, and it’s likely that they’ll mention the historic architectural gems which line the ancient streets and which bring visitors flocking from all across the world. Few people will actually ever be lucky enough to own one of these period masterpieces – but that’s about to change for one fortunate buyer, as one of the oldest and most significant residences in the city has just been brought to market.

De Vaux House, which stands just beyond the southern walls of Cathedral Close, is no ordinary family home. The main part of the property dates back a staggering 758 years (yes, you read that right), being built circa 1260 as part of the College of De Valle, where scholars once pored over classical textbooks on art and theology.

Step in from the remarkably peaceful setting of De Vaux Place, through the gothic arched front door, and the home’s sense of history and place envelops you like

a friendly hug. However, the truly surprising fact is that De Vaux House doesn’t feel like a museum, as you might expect from a Grade II* listed property; it’s a beautifully presented and modernised home which stands up to every challenge a 21st century family might ask of it.

As you wander through the spacious reception rooms – from the welcoming hallway, to the triple aspect drawing room with inglenook fireplace and wood burner, through to the fully panelled study – you may wonder what those ancient scholars would make of the reinvention of De Vaux House as a contemporary residence.

Mustering a guess, they’d be rather impressed with how the home has retained a wealth of period features which sit pleasingly alongside the contemporary finish. Original floorboards and beams bring warmth and personality; and in the spacious dining room, a striking carved Jacobean fireplace and an ornate medieval door really focus your attention on the fact that this is no ordinary period home.

Yet, there’s a comfortable and cosy feel about the reception rooms, too – it’s a home to be loved and enjoyed.

Moving through to the large kitchen and breakfast room, fitted with an extensive range of units with Brazilian granite work surfaces, it’s evident that De Vaux House is also geared up for entertaining – and plenty of it.

The current owners reveal they have comfortably held gatherings for up to 90 people within these walls. There’s also plenty of opportunity for summer gatherings to spill out through the French doors into the fully walled, lush private garden, which provides a blissful sun-trap.

Further historical touches are found as you make your way upstairs to the six bedrooms which are set over two floors, one of which showcases a fabulous vaulted ceiling with exposed timbers – and yes, there’s that coveted view of the Cathedral spire through the windows, too.

Homes like this, which nod reverentially to the past while firmly looking to the future, come around once in a blue moon. Whoever the new owners turn out to be, they will be fortunate enough to be weaving their own names into the long De Vaux House history. What an irresistible opportunity. n

House numbers Bedrooms 6 Reception Rooms 3 En suites 2 Bath / Shower Rooms 2 Guide Price £1.65 million For more: Savills Salisbury, 60 Milford Street, Salisbury. tel:, 01722 426800; www.savills.co.uk

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“I know a surprising amount of Eminem lyrics”

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LORNA FITZGERALD From a Walford demise to votes for women, the former EastEnders star is on the march to an even brighter future EastEnders fans went into shock when Abi Branning’s life support was switched off on 19 January following a Christmas Day fall from the Queen Vic roof. Little Abi had been part of the Walford soap for an eventful 12 years but while viewers are mourning her absence, it’s onwards and upwards for Lorna Fitzgerald, the actress who played her.

As soon as the Northamptonshire-born Lorna left the show, she made her professional stage debut in February in the world première of The Shadow Factory, which has seen her nominated ‘Best Actress in a Play’ in The Stage Debut Awards.

She is now about to star in a new production of Her Naked Skin by Rebecca Lenkiewicz premièring at Salisbury Playhouse. The play looks at the horrors the suffragettes endured and is told through the story Lady Celia and working class seamstress lover Eve Douglas, played by Lorna.

When I was growing up, I wanted to be a fish until I realised this was scientifically impossible. So I decided I wanted to be an actress so one day I could act being a fish. I’m hoping my first fish role is as a flounder.

My mum took me and my sisters to stage classes when I was four. I was lucky enough to have an acting opportunity through those classes, and have loved acting ever since. My sisters did not!

I was only 10 when I had the audition for EastEnders and I remember getting a line wrong.

I thought I’d blown it and on the car ride on the way home with my mum I didn’t say a single word.

Because I was in EastEnders for so long, I have so many fond memories of the place.

Being involved with two big Christmas storylines was amazing.

I wouldn’t be able to choose one favourite role. They’ve

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all been so different, it would be unfair. That’s one of the best things about acting, each role is a unique experience.

My hobbies involve walking and hitting the gym, or eating cakes depending on what sort of week it is.

Without wanting to sound like too much of a brag, winning the best British actor at the Teen Awards was a career highlight to date – I still can’t believe it.

One thing about me that always surprises people is that I’m very socially awkward. That, and I know a surprising amount of Eminem lyrics.

I’m a bit of a Netflix binger.

I love a TV drama and I’m a sucker for a documentary. Recent great terrestrial shows I’ve enjoyed have included Bodyguard and Vanity Fair.

I’ve been doing a lot of research into the suffragette movement for the role in Her Naked Skin. I thought I knew a lot about the movement but I’ve been shocked by how much I don’t know. What these women had to endure is madness.

Stage is definitely more unforgiving than television as you have nowhere to hide and no retakes. But also there’s nothing like being in front of a live audience – it’s such a great feeling.

The motto I choose to live by is ‘Love many. Trust few. Always paddle your own canoe.’

I played this game with my sisters recently where we had to describe each other’s our top traits. I gave them each a long list of glowing compliments. When it was my turn they said my top trait was being hygienic. That was it.

My biggest inspiration is my mother. It may be a cliché but it is true – she is an amazing lady.

I’m a season ticket holder at Arsenal. I wish I played sport but I’m not that dedicated. So instead I just support people who are.

I have a very prized collection of Converse shoes. I have pairs that have never left their boxes, and other styles that I bought too big so I’d never grow out of them.

The last thing I watched was the horror film The Nun. I have a fear of loud sudden noises. I watched most of the film with my hands over my ears and my eyes shut, so I can’t give a valid review.

I feel extremely lucky to have been nominated for several awards, including best actress at the debut awards, for my role in the Shadow Factory. Even being nominated is a huge achievement for me.

My future ambitions include exploring new characters and roles that push me out of my comfort zone.

This is the first time I’ve ever been to Salisbury and I’m already struck by how beautiful it is. I’m here until October and have a whole itinerary worked out. n For more: Her Naked Skin runs from 5 until 20 October at Salisbury Playhouse; www.wiltshirecreative.co.uk Lorna was 10 years old when she joined BBC1’s EastEnders

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