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Editor’s note
Welcome to the March edition of the magazine. I do hope that it finds you all in good health and that you are making the most of the current situation. We have an interesting and varied range of topics in this edition for your enjoyment. We have an interesting Relationships Feature on page 10 that offers advice to those of you that have struggled with intimacy during the pandemic. In our House & Home Feature we take a look at the cost of setting up a home gym. We also have our usual round up of New Books which also features a local author Chris Speck and his first published book - A North Sea Tale. The Hull City Column is quite upbeat after a solid display against Bristol. Roy Woodcock takes a close look at the Vauxhall Corsa in his Motoring Column. The Food & Drink section has great places that are delivering food during the lockdown. We also have our regular Wine column with Roy, Travel with Marion Owen, and also a look at some great staycation options in a post covid world. We also take a look at times gone by with the East Riding Archives. The Gardening pages share advice on what to plant now. As usual we finish off with Fiona Dwyer’s ‘food for thought’. Please support the advertisers within the magazine as well as businesses in the local area - I know they depend on your trade and custom. I know from speaking with so many of them that they do appreciate the patronage of local people and other local businesses - they are the lifeblood of the local economy.
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House & Home
What To Consider When Planning A Home Gym Thanks to the pandemic, we’ve had little choice but to exercise at home – and you may have found you actually quite enjoy it. Now, as restrictions start to lift, it seems the working-out-athome trend is here to stay – we asked a home gym expert for their advice. Do… assess your space Your space and budget will largely determine what you can create at home, but you can do a lot – even in a small room. As long as you can fit in an exercise mat and maybe some hand weights and bands, possibly a TRX machine, then you can create a great basic set-up, even when space is limited. Garages are an ideal place to set up a home gym. Alternatively, you could consider transforming somewhere in your home where there’s plenty of natural light, ventilation and views. It’s bound to make for a more inspiring workout. Don’t… ignore the walls When designing a home gym, it’s worth thinking about how to use the walls, as this could save valuable floor space. If there simply isn’t the room to install full equipment, look at installing ‘fitness walls’, which sit flush to the wall and close away, so no one knows the equipment there. This is a good option if you’re transforming a spare room which, when you want to work out, can unveil a host of equipment. We can incorporate hooks or bars to attach resistance bands, a TRX or other suspension training apparatus, as well as ‘in-built’ equipment like cable pulleys or medicine ball rebounders. Alternatively, you can install simple apparatus, such as dumbbells, skipping ropes, resistance bands and a medicine ball, with some wall-mounted audio vision so you can work out as part of a virtual class or with PTs. Do… think about the floor Ideally, experts recommend installing a padded, rubber floor to absorb some of the noise and keep the equipment stable. One thing you should to take into account
in built up areas, such as is that your neighbours are usually only a thin floor or wall away, so you should insulate and soundproof the space as much as possible. A typical rubber composite floor can be installed quite easily, as long as the underfloor is level. It’s important to make sure the floor is re-inforced, too, to take the weight – particularly if you’re using heavy weights and machinery upstairs or in a flat. Don’t… forget about ventilation One of the most important factors is ensuring there’s a steady flow of fresh air or to install airconditioning – not only to keep you at an optimal temperature while working out, but to ventilate the space, too. A lack of freeflowing air can cause your gym to become musty over time – which is not ideal. Some spaces such as a converted garage can also get cold, so invest some freestanding heaters if needed. Do… use mirrors & lighting cleverly Whether you have a garage, outhouse or entire floor to dedicate to your home gym, or just a small corner of a living room or spare bedroom, mirrors are the ideal finishing touch. Mirrors can create the illusion of more space, while ensuring you keep an eye on your form and perform your exercises correctly.
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Consider direct lighting and indirect lighting, too. Where possible, you should look to introduce recessed up-lights in the floor in the corners of the room, so that when you’re doing yoga, you don’t have to look up and have light glaring in your eyes. It is also recommend installing a dimmer light or smart bulbs, so you can lower the light and colour to create a relaxed and immersive feeling when needed. Don’t… disregard the finishing touches A wall-mounted flat screen will allow you to tune into online classes and Zoom PT sessions, while good built-in speakers or standalone wi-fi speakers with bluetooth will help you connect with your home network and/or wireless headphones.
Neat storage solutions will mean whoever uses the gym space next can set it up to suit their own needs. Simple baskets are an easy way to store mats and bands. Also, add plants for some decoration, and make the space feel more personal with artwork or family photos. Do… enquire about professional pricing A basic custom-designed set-up (one cardio machine, dumbbells, adjustable bench, flooring) will cost anywhere between £2,500£5,000. For a custom-designed luxury set-up with two or three cardio machines, a squat rack, free weights, a cable machine, adjustable bench, combat fitness equipment, a feature wall, custom flooring, audio, visual equipment and air conditioning, you’re looking at a figure closer to £30,000.
Further Education
BISHOP BURTON T LEVEL IN HEALTH Following the successful launch of the pioneering T Level in Childcare in September 2020, Bishop Burton College is thrilled to announce it will now run a second, brand-new T Level in Health. The College has once again been selected to be one of the few education providers across the country to roll out phase two of the new T Level qualifications.
‘T-Level qualifications are the future of education, they will give students who want to pursue a career in the health sector a fantastic opportunity to work extremely closely with industry professionals, while learning the most up to date industry content, skills and knowledge.’ Head of Department for General Further Education, Mike Ridley
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Literature
The Best New Reads
If you’re looking for something uplifting, comforting or immersive to keep you occupied, there’s bound to be a new book for you to enjoy this month. From smart psychological thrillers to provocative debuts. Here are our picks of the month Acts of Desperation by Megan Nolan A bitingly honest, darkly funny debut novel about a toxic relationship and secret female desire. An emerging star of Irish literature, Megan Nolan’s first novel focuses its attention on Ciaran, the most beautiful man the narrator has ever seen. To make a beautiful man love and live with her seemed to be the entire point of her life. But her need is greater than reality, stronger than the truth, more savage than either of them would eventually bear. How can it be true that a woman like her could need a man’s love to feel like a person, to feel that she was worthy of life? And what would happen when she finally wore him down and took it? Women Vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film by Helen O’Hara The dawn of cinema was a freefor-all, and there were women who forged ahead in many areas of filmmaking. Early pioneers like Dorothy Arzner (who invented the boom mic, among other innovations) and Alice Guy-Blaché shaped the way films are made today. But it
wasn’t long before these talented women were pushed aside, and their contributions written out of film history. But the tide has finally begun to turn. A new generation of women, both in front of and behind the camera, are making waves in the industry and are now shaping some of the biggest films to hit our screens. In Women vs Hollywood: The Fall and Rise of Women in Film, Helen O’Hara takes a closer look at the pioneering and talented women of Hollywood. In understanding how women were largely written out of Hollywood’s own origin story, and how the films we watch are put together, we can finally see how to put an end to a picture that is so deeply unequal – and discover a multitude of stories out there just waiting to be told. Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro His first novel since winning the Nobel Prize in Literature, Kazuo looks at the rapidly changing modern world through the eyes of an unforgettable narrator to explore a fundamental question: what does it mean to love? From her place in the store, Klara, an Artificial Friend with outstanding observational qualities, carefully watches the behaviour of those who come in to browse, and of those who pass in the street outside. She remains hopeful a customer will soon choose her, but when the possibility emerges that her circumstances may change for ever, Klara is warned not to invest too much in the promises of humans. If you loved Booker Prize winner The Remains of the Day you’ll love this. Who Is Maud Dixon? by Alexandra Andrews This is a vibrant and evocative story of an ambitious young woman who
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will not stop at anything to achieve her dream of becoming a rich and successful novelist, just like Maud Dixon – even if it means becoming Maud Dixon herself. Feeling frustrated by her stuffy publishing assistant existence – so bored that she sleeps with her boss and gets fired – Florence Darrow lands a job with anonymous bestselling novelist Maud Dixon, becoming her writing assistant. The arrangement comes with conditions: high secrecy, endless NDAs, living in an isolated house in the countryside. Before long, the two of them are on a research trip to Morocco, to inspire and help along the much-promised second novel. It’s all beach walks, delicious food and sunsets until Florence wakes up in a hospital, having narrowly survived a car crash. How did it happen – and where is Maud, who was in the car with her? Florence feels she may have been played, but with Maud out of the picture, maybe Florence can make her mark as a writer after all... The Soul of a Woman by Isabel Allende This warm, defiant new book from Isabel Allende is a meditation on power, feminism and what it means to be a woman. As a child, Allende watched her mother, abandoned by her husband, provide for her three small children. As a young woman coming of age in the late 1960s, she rode the first wave of feminism. She has seen what has been accomplished by the movement in the course of her lifetime. And over the course of three marriages, she has learned how to grow as a woman while having a partner, when to step away, and the rewards of embracing one’s sexuality. So, what do women want? Allende believes it’s: to be safe, valued, live in peace, have their own resources, be connected, have control over their bodies and lives, and above all, be loved. On all these fronts, there is much work to be done, and this book, Allende hopes, will “light the torch of our daughters and granddaughters
with mine. They will have to live for us, as we lived for our mothers, and carry on with the work still left to be finished.” An inspiring read. Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi Yaa Gyasi’s follow-up to her acclaimed national bestseller Homegoing is a powerful, raw, intimate, deeply layered novel about a Ghanaian family in Alabama. Gifty is a sixth-year PhD candidate in neuroscience at the Stanford University School of Medicine studying rewardseeking behaviour in mice and the neural circuits of depression and addiction. Her brother, Nana, was a gifted high school athlete who died of a heroin overdose after an ankle injury left him hooked on OxyContin. Her suicidal mother is living in her bed. Gifty is determined to discover the scientific basis for the suffering she sees all around her. But even as she turns to hard science to unlock the mystery of her family’s loss, she finds herself hungering for her childhood faith and grappling with the evangelical church in which she was raised, whose promise of salvation remains as tantalising as it is elusive. This is an excellently written, deeply moving portrait of a family of immigrants ravaged by depression and addiction and grief – and a novel about faith, science, religion and love. A North Sea Tale by Chris Speck A North Sea Tale is Chris Speck’s second book published by Hull publishers Flat City Press. It’s Hull 1975 and the Cod Wars rage. If Skipper Bird doesn’t catch enough fish, he’ll never sail out of St Andrew’s Dock again. Even with the new deckie learner, Danny, he’s four crew down. It’s hard in the North Sea. Gutting for sixteen hours, the freezing cold water in your wellies, the waves as big as houses and the narrow eyes of the rough Hessle Road lads. When Danny finds a body in the wheelhouse, he knows there’s something terrible onboard – a killer. Available from all good bookshops and on Amazon.co.uk
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Relationships
Are You Trapped In A Pandemic Sex Rut?
Having spent days and nights surrounded by your own four walls, you’d be forgiven for not being in the mood for a night of passion. According to statistics, nearly 40% of British adults said they had less sex in 2020 because their libido fell, while 25% attributed their lack of bedroom activity to greater anxiety. If this sounds familiar, help is at hand. From why stress levels may play a role to the importance of intimacy, we sat down with two relationship experts to delve deeper… Stress Levels Are Raised At the start of lockdown 1.0, headlines about a quarantineinduced baby boom were ubiquitous as we believed everyone was jumping into bed with each other. Fast-forward nearly a year and the statistics show quite the opposite trend. The reason our sex drives have dwindled is fairly simple, explains Jane Royle, a sex and relationships expert. “Stress can impact your sex life in a number of ways, both when the stress is directly about sex, and indirectly when stress from other parts of your life shows up in the bedroom. High levels of stress mean we find ourselves more easily distracted, and may experience more negative thought patterns, and this can in turn impact how you exercise, eat and sleep.” Jane explains that our sexual wellbeing is a pillar of our health but one that is often ignored. If you ignore these elements of your wellbeing, this can have a knock-on effect on your libido, she says. Plus, when you are stressed, your body is in fight or
you, which sparks conversation and connection, which can in turn, lead to sex. Plus, experiencing various flight mode, which can also affect your sex drive, explains relationship emotions and environments is mentally stimulating, which can counsellor Sarah Mix. “When your body is in this state, your heart rate, put you in the mindset to be turned on. Jane also explains that a lack breathing rate and blood pressure of environmental stimulus also increase, and non-essential means we’re less likely to be in the functions, like digestion and sex mood. “A shift in context can be drive, are acutely diminished. In really helpful for your sex life – think a nutshell, when you’re stressed, about when you’re on holiday, for your sexual switch is turned off,” example, when you tend to have she says. more sex. But this shift in context The Monotony Of Lockdown Life is harder to achieve when you’re constantly in the same place.” Is Taking A Toll The pandemic may be keeping You’re Playing Multiple Roles us at home, but it’s also keeping In between being a colleague, us out of the bedroom. “At the parent, teacher, friend and partner, moment, there is a lack of new we’re juggling more plates than excitement and things that may ever. “What this creates is a usually promote desire, such as challenge in separating out our quality time with your partner or roles that didn’t exist before,” going out, aren’t happening,” says Jane. In short, it’s this monotony of explains Jane. “At the moment, many of us feel like there is no lockdown life that’s taking its toll off-switch and no ‘me-time’. Very on your sex drive. Think of it this few of our relationships were way – in our pre-pandemic lives, designed to be set up in the way we you’d be heading to the office, are currently experiencing them. having all kinds of interesting In fact, relationships experts have experiences throughout the day, and then bringing those home with always talked about getting your needs met by multiple relationships such as those with friends and family members so that we aren’t constantly demanding our partner to meet every role, but with the current situation this is impossible.” Plus, as Sarah adds, when we play out these different roles, the role of the ‘lover’ often comes last. “When couples tell me they’ve had a busy week, this is usually down to misplaced priorities. Yes, home schooling, for example, is important, but is it more or less important than your relationship? Couples will very likely better tackle the issues that ‘busy’ them if they find space for connection. Scheduling and planning sex and intimacy can really help in this context,” she advises. There’s No Privacy Whether you’re stuck at home with family, friends or housemates, it’s harder than ever to escape your
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own four walls, meaning finding both the physical and emotional space for sex can be tricky. “Our space is suddenly the space where everything happens – parenting, working, workouts, laundry and sleep, none of which are desire boosters,” says Jane. “We often feel turned on when we feel good about ourselves but there are considerably less opportunities for this at the moment. If you are playing multiple roles in the same physical space, it’s likely you’re having little quality time, so earmark time for that – go screen free and give each other your full attention.” If privacy is an issue for you, Jane also recommends being open to doing things a little differently. “The times we live in mean we need to be more adaptive with our sex lives, and that may mean thinking about your windows of opportunity for intimacy a little more consciously. For example, spend some time as a couple as soon as the kids go to sleep, before you have dinner rather than leaving it until the end of the night; or squeeze in a quickie while your housemate goes to the supermarket.”
You’re Feeling Stuck With life seemingly on hold, it’s easy to feel frustrated, which Jane says can have a ripple effect on what’s going on in the bedroom. “Many of us are experiencing a lack of direction at the moment and are feeling stuck and unmotivated. Continued on page 12
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Relationships battles and sorting the dinner take over, this erotic charge dwindles. Putting time aside for intimate moments – whether that’s a massage session, showering together or your favourite takeaway – gives the brain, particularly the female brain, time to become sexually switched-on again.” - Sarah
Without the usual motivational factors to stimulate you, it’s no wonder many of us are in a rut with sex. Just like you can get into the habit of not doing as much exercise as you used to, your sex life can also settle into a routine. Not having sex can become as much of a habit as regularly having sex, and you may notice that a few weeks or even a month slip by without you realising.” Jane’s top tip? “Don’t be passive about your sex life – do something about it as things just don’t sort themselves out. Your sex life needs time and attention just like everything else.”
Here, the experts share their tips for getting your sex life back on track and out of the quarantine slump… Create More Opportunities “Reach out to each other more – whether it’s a hug that lasts ten seconds in the kitchen when you grab a coffee, or a five-second kiss in the morning. Allow your touch to last a bit longer and do it with intention. If you’re in a sex slump, it can be easy to pull away from
Have Early Nights “Focus on going to be bed early to talk, kiss and touch. Think of it as melting from sensuality into sexuality, rather than going from a cold start. Run each other a bath, or have an hour each to yourselves – all of these things contribute to us feeling happier in a relationship.” - Jane
these types of intimacy as we think it’ll always lead to sex. However, intentionally making physical intimacy not about sex can help you connect and feel closer.” - Jane
it is. If you feel it’s an elephant in the room, get help. Getting couples to talk about sex in their relationship is a huge part of my work and it really does generate results.” - Sarah
Talk About It “If your sex life feels akin to a barren desert, the most important thing to do is talk about it. If sex isn’t happening that’s not so much of a problem, but not talking about
Take Time For Intimacy “Early in a relationship, our brains are highly erotically charged and thus switched on to sex. However, as the normal world of unloading dishwashers, school homework
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Beauty Box How To Colour Correct Colour correcting is something that’s been around for years in the beauty world – and for good reason. Experts and industry insiders swear by it for evening out skin tone, and improving the look of dark patches or redness. To find out more about the technique, as well as how to master it yourself, I asked make-up artists Kat Bowsley and Nina Myers to answer some key questions. How colour correcting works? “Colour correcting remains one of the most relevant make-up techniques to date,” says make-up artist, Kat Bowsley. “As our skin continually changes, it’s important to adapt our make-up – what we want to correct in our 20s will be different to in our 50s, but colour correction will always work. It balances skin tone and conceals imperfections using a spectrum of tones to create an even finish. Put simply, you want to cancel out whatever tone it is you’re trying to conceal with – so think of it as opposites. For instance, correcting redness means you’d use green to remove those ruddy tones. You’ll often find using concealer on its own may not be enough to (a) cover up the tone fully and (b) last a whole day. Colour correctors provide a great base for everything to adhere to, so that when base make-up wears off, the smoothing colour still comes through.” So, what’s the best way to do it? “Whatever it is you’re correcting – let’s for instance say it’s redness – you want to ensure skin is well prepped,” adds Kat. “Use a good moisturiser to ensure your skin doesn’t drink up the corrector and concealer that follows. Once your skincare has settled, use a corrector first. For redness, take your green corrector and lightly pat it onto
your skin, onto the areas that are the most inflamed. You only need to apply the corrector to areas that actually need it – don’t use it to alter your skin tone entirely. Likewise, don’t use too much; you want to keep your approach light and make sure you blend everything really well. Afterwards, go in with your concealer, dabbing it lightly over the top to blend everything together. You’ll find using both a corrector and concealer keeps that ashy look at bay – especially under the eyes.” Global Makeup Artist, Nina Myers adds: “It’s key you assess the general undertones of your skin, too. This will allow you to determine whether you’re naturally more warm, cool or neutral. Think of colour correction as temperature. Your overall complexion is the ideal temperature. Anything too warm will need cooling down, and anything too cold will need warmth to bring the temperature back up to it it’s optimum. If your problem areas appear sallow/dull/ashy, then that suggests the area is cool and needs warmth. In this instance, try shades of orange/peach/salmon/ terracotta and red. Look at the kinds of tones you see within the problem area and choose the opposite to colour correct.” You mention different colours – how should you choose the right one? “Essentially, you can look at a colour wheel and see what the opposite colour is relative to what you want to hide,” continues Kat. “For instance, pale pinks target blue-toned spots on fair skin, while peach neutralises blue/purple shadows on medium and darker
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skin. Look for orangey-pink tones if you want to cancel out dark spots, while yellow will conceal any purple undertones. Finally, green corrects red – ideal for rosacea sufferers – while lavender cancels out yellowness.” Nina adds: “The temperature of the colour will tell you what the product is designed for. Warm colours, like peach, orange and terracotta, will add heat to a cool area. This could be for under the eyes, especially if you suffer with blue, green or grey tones. Medium to dark complexions will sometimes find their mouth area appears a bit more ashy and grey than the rest of their skin. Brighten and correct this with a peach or orange colour corrector. This will instantly help and bring the temperature of that area back up to match the rest of your complexion. Cool colours, like lilac, green, blue and taupe will cool down areas that appear too warm. This could be high redness on the cheeks, or conditions like rosacea.”
And what about formulas – are there any specific ones worth trying? “If you want to colour correct, creams will always be the way to go. They allow you to blend everything properly for a more flawless finish. You can always set the corrector and concealer after with some setting powder if you’re someone who prefers a matte finish, or if you’re prone to oiliness. You could also use moisturisers with colour correcting properties in them, like the new Dr Jart+ Cicapair Tiger Grass Treatment. Not only does it treat your skin to ensure fewer breakouts, it lends great coverage and minimises redness, too, but with minimal fuss.” Any clever hacks or tips worth considering if you want to colour correct? “One of the most common issues I encounter when working on clients is blemishes and breakouts,” says
Nina. “Blemishes can turn very red and even be raised, making them really difficult to hide, even with a generous slathering of concealer. But instead of piling on the product, choosing the right colour corrector will not only camouflage the spot, but you’ll use much less product and spend half the time trying to hide it, too. I love to use a cool taupe cream – almost a mushroom/grey tone – to press onto the area. Taupe is technically a ‘cool’ colour but much less scary and aggressive than green. Dabbing a tiny amount of this over the red blemish will instantly tone down any redness. I then use a face powder that matches the complexion and press a little of this over the top with a small, flat brush. This quick trick will bring the colour back to match the rest of the complexion. The matteness of the powder also helps to flatten any raised bumps.” Finally, are there any common application mistakes to avoid? “When people colour correct, they often use too much and pile it on. The idea is you want to layer it up slowly. Less really is more, as the textures are often quite thick. Apply a little bit at a time, pushing it into the skin with fingers or a brush to help everything melt in. Doing it slowly like this will ensure you never have too much product on the skin – remember you want to conceal but not cake, so that when it comes to applying foundation, you won’t need as much. You can always apply more corrector if needed, but it’s much harder to take it away.”
THE COLOUR CORRECTING TONES TO KNOW: LAVENDER: Neutralises yellowness and cancels out dullness and hyperpigmentation. TANGERINE: Cuts blueness from the skin, so is brilliant for darkness – typically, the type you find under the eyes. GREEN: This neutralises redness, so it’s ideal for cancelling out rosacea or redness caused from breakouts. YELLOW: Yellow can be used to brighten dull, lacklustre pallor. Apply it on the cheekbones, or anywhere that needs a boost. PEACH: Used to even out discolouration and darkness, this can be used anywhere that you feel needs it, but it works especially well around the eyes and mouth.
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Blue Light: What it is and how to protect yourself. We all know excessive time spent in front of a screen doesn’t do anyone any good, but the blue light emitted from your devices – whether it be a laptop, your phone or even just the LED bulbs in your home – can actually damage your health. To avoid disturbed sleep, macular damage and premature ageing, here’s what you need to know to limit your exposure…. First, what is blue light, and what are some common sources of it? Blue light is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum, which consists of electromagnetic radiation from the sun, which means it can be harmful to various cells in the human body.
It is also one of the only parts of the spectrum that’s visible to the human eye. The largest source of natural blue light is sunlight (that’s what makes the sky look blue), but it’s also emitted from digital screens, such as smartphones and computers, in addition to fluorescent and LED lights and televisions. The backlit displays of smartphones, tablets and laptop computers all produce the maximum amount of artificial blue light.
Can it damage your eyes?
Because it has the shortest wavelength and highest energy among all the colours in the visible spectrum, research is currently being done to determine whether blue light may be damaging to the eyes in high doses. One reason for believing blue light can damage your eyes is because the cornea and lens in your eye, which are effective in blocking UV radiation from reaching the retina, can’t prevent visible blue light from passing through – almost all of it
reaches the retina. Children are also thought to be more vulnerable, as they have more transparent crystalline lenses and are, therefore, more sensitive to blue light compared to adults.
Is there a link between blue light and macular degeneration?
Similarly to the research on blue light’s effect on general eye health, the link between blue light and macular degeneration (an eye disease caused by the general wearing down of the small central portion of your retina, called the macula) isn’t clear. However, some studies suggest exposure to blue light from screens can contribute to not only macular degeneration, but also cataracts and other serious eye diseases.
Does it age your skin prematurely?
Recent research indicates blue light can actually harm both our eyes and our skin. Because it can stimulate photo-ageing, this – over time – can lead to skin discoloration, inflammation and a weakened skin surface. Also, be wary if you go for a facial and they recommend using blue light. This should only be done under controlled conditions with a qualified practitioner who fully understands your skin type and concerns.
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And can blue light affect the quality of your sleep? Circadian rhythms are finely tuned, 24-hour cycles that help our bodies know when to carry out essential functions, with light (i.e. the dawn and the sunset) being the most important factor in aligning them. With the advent of artificial light and electronics, people are being exposed to increasing amounts of light before bedtime, with blue light believed to have the biggest impact on our natural rest cycle. Blue light suppresses the body’s release of melatonin, a hormone that makes us feel drowsy. While this may be helpful during the day, it becomes unhelpful at night when we’re trying to sleep. Being exposed to blue light in the evening can trick our brain into thinking it’s still daytime, disrupting circadian rhythms and leaving us feeling alert instead of tired. It’s not an issue to be taken lightly – chronic misalignment of circadian rhythms can also lead to several health problems, including metabolic disorders and mental health conditions such as depression.
Are there any quick tips for limiting your exposure to blue light?
When possible, try to take regular breaks from looking at a screen and follow the 20-20-20 rule (for every 20 minutes you look at a device, take a 20-second break looking at something 20 feet away). This can help to give your eyes a rest from close-up vision and allow them to focus on different distances. You can also adjust your computer or screen settings to ensure the brightness and contrast are balanced. If you find yourself focusing on small fonts or looking in detail at your screen, try making things larger by working at 125%150% zoom. This will reduce the amount of work your eyes need to do. You might also think about fitting your phone with a blue light screen protector; while some smartphones will have a setting (often called night mode) that turns off blue light and gives off a more yellow hue instead. Using this setting all the time is much gentler on your eyes and skin. Continued on page 21
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Hello and welcome to the latest edition of the NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group My City, My Health, My Care newsletter. This newsletter provides an update on how primary care (GP) services in Hull are developing and information about relevant services.
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Primary Care Networks boost GP care in Hull
GP practices are open, and primary care staff are working hard to ensure all patients that need to be seen are offered an appointment. Health professionals can see patients in many ways, including telephone and video consultations. Due to We're working hard the coronavirus pandemic, practices tend to offer to keep you well digital appointments first. However, those who need In December 2020 Hull general practices offered: face to face appointments will still be invited to come in. Each appointment takes longer because rooms have to be cleaned between the face to face patients, and staff have to appointments telephone change their PPE. Please be appointments kind and understanding – there is a high demand for appointments, and practices also need to manage social distancing in waiting areas topopulation keep patients safe. Since the NHS was created in 1948, the has
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For many people, the ability to receive care from the safety and comfort of their own home has been a gamechanger. Dr Masood Balouch, GP Partner for Haxby Group, said: “Video and telephone consultations allow us to safely reach those patients who may struggle to get into the practice. “Although services a little different, I want to remind everyonewith particular PCNsmay arelook providing access to appointments that the NHS is still open for business. If you’re worried about physical a health care professional in the evening and at your weekends, or mental I urge you toastill contact your of GP.clinical Our highest priority and willhealth, be employing wider range staff to is safety and infection needs. prevention and control measures are in place to minimise meet patients’ the risk of transmission of COVID-19.”
Dr Dan Roper, NHS Hull CCG Chair, further explained: Speak to your practice about video consultations. “In Hull all of our GP practices are part of a Primary Care Network and we have five networks in total. As a patient you remain registered with just one practice, but you may be able to access services and appointments at other practices within your- you network.” l Get moving again may notice that you get tired or breathless
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There are are some things can do to and help yourself: PCNs groups ofyou clinicians wider staff sharing a vision for how to improve the care of their population. l Hydration - remember to top up with fluids such as water or juice. The PCNs are based on GP practices typically serving communities at least 30,000 patients. PCNs will l Eating well of - your body needs energy, protein, The vitamins and minerals build the services ordinarily offeredinby GPdiet. practices, to helpon you recover. Include fruit and vegetables your meaning patients can benefit from more proactive, l Stop smoking cut down - it’s important let yourcare. lungs In personalised andorcoordinated health andtosocial recover and deliver oxygen to your body to help it heal.
easier but make you sure you upoffered and movemore about, flexibility even if it’s forina short “This means maygetbe time. Start slowly and build up your level of activity over time. appointment times and locations, and be able to access a wider range of services as part of a larger team across l Sleeping well - many people recovering from COVID notice thatthe network. This couldsomean more proactive approach from their sleep has changed, follow a a set of practices designed to help you your practice team in terms of managing your long term prepare for sleep. health conditions, where the clinical team anticipate your You canand find more information about recovering from COVID needs contact you before you contact them.”in a video recorded by a local GP, Dr Amy Oehring http://bit.ly/recovering-from-
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(March 2021) Over 65s invited to book their COVID-19 vaccine appointments
COVID Vaccine FAQs
The NHS in Hull is inviting people aged 65 and over to log on to the national booking service website and arrange to have their COVID-19 vaccination at one of the region’s large scale vaccination centres.
No. Any vaccines that the NHS will provide will have been approved because they pass the MHRA’s tests on safety and efficacy, so people should be assured that whatever vaccine they get, it offers protection from the virus.
Eligible people can book their appointment by contacting the national booking service at www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination. Those who cannot do it online can call a free 119 number, anytime between 7am and 11pm seven days a week. The system allows patients to pick a convenient location and time. The phone line can get very busy, so please try to ring later in the day if you can’t get through straight away. If you can’t book any slots in your preferred location, please try again later, when more appointments are added to the system. Alternatively, if travelling to one of the sites available via the national booking system is difficult, over 65s can choose to wait until their local GP-led vaccination services contact them to have their vaccine closer to home. No one will be missed and local practices will be in touch at the appropriate time with those who could not go to a large scale vaccination centre. Dr James Crick, Associate Medical Director, NHS Hull Clinical Commissioning Group said: “I urge all over 65s who have received an invitation letter to book their appointment as soon as they’re contacted. “Appointments in vaccination centres are staggered to allow for social distancing and minimal waiting time. On the day, volunteer marshals will greet and guide you through the process. We just ask that you don’t turn up too early for your appointment to avoid creating queues. “And please remember that even after you had your vaccine you need to follow hands, face space guidance.”
Can people pick what vaccine they want?
I have allergies, can I have the vaccine? COVID vaccines are safe and effective for the vast majority of people - they have been tested on tens of thousands of people and assessed by experts. Any person with a history of immediate-onset anaphylaxis to the ingredients contained in the vaccines should not receive them. Checking for allergies is a routine part of the process before giving any vaccine or new medicine. Having these conversations - as well as being able to deal with allergic reactions in the rare case they do happen - is a central part of training for vaccinators. Please speak to the vaccinating clinician about any of your concerns.
Should I be worried about the impact of Covid-19 vaccines on fertility? No. Both the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists and the Royal College of Midwives are reassuring women that there is no evidence to suggest that COVID-19 vaccines will affect fertility. Women who are eligible for the vaccination can discuss any concerns with a clinician.
Does the vaccine work on those taking immune suppressants? Although the vaccine was not tested on those with very serious immunological conditions, the vaccine has been proven to be very effective and it is unlikely that the vaccine will have no effect at all on these individuals.
Over 65s are invited to book their COVID jab
Contact the national booking service on
www.nhs.uk/covid-vaccination 119 (7am-11pm, Mon-Sun)
A full list of FAQs is available at:
www.hullccg.nhs.uk/covid-19-vaccine-information
COVID vaccine information in multiple languages Local GPs across the Humber, Coast and Vale have filmed an important message in multiple languages to encourage vaccine confidence. The videos can be viewed on YouTube https://bit.ly/CovidVacsVideos
All you need to know about your Be smart, use MJOG to manage electronic your health appointments prescriptions
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supports patient care Most prescriptions are now signed, sent and processed electronically. Electronic prescriptions help save the NHS money. You will order and receive your medication in the same way as you did before, but you will now be able to either:
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l Decide each time you are issued a prescription where you would like it to be dispensed. Instead of receiving a paper copy of a prescription, your surgery will give you a printed barcode to take to any pharmacy where they will download your prescription from a secure NHS database.
If you receive repeat prescriptions you can also talk to your practice about signing up to the NHS App for quick and easy way to manage your prescriptions.
We process most prescriptions electronically – this helps saveAre you registered Helping mums and families with a GP? the NHS money l Nominate a pharmacy or dispenser to dispense all your prescriptions. This way, you can save time by avoiding unnecessary trips to your GP practice.
about local services is to like and follow Hull We want to hear from local mums and Maternity Voices Partnership Facebook page families about maternity services. It is Everyone is entitled to register with a www.facebook.com/HullMVP or engage particularly important GP. There is no requirement to prove with us via Twitter profile @HullMVP. now with the impact of identity, address, COVID-19 on how new immigration Hull Maternity Voices Partnership includes local GPmums Practices across and families can Hull are now using a smart messaging status or provide working together been working alongside ORCHA service called MJOG Messengerparents is a free app for with people who The CCGanhas meet and supportMJOG. each NHS number. provide and fund maternity care to make it (Organisation for the Review of Care Health patients allowing quick and easy two-way communications other. The NHS will
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supports patient care COVID-19 has changed the way people are accessing NHS services. A recent survey found that almost half (48%) of the public would delay or not seek medical help at all. A fifth (22%) would not want to burden the NHS. A similar proportion said that fear of getting coronavirus or passing it onto others was a major reason for not getting help.
seek advice from their midwife or maternity team if they are worried about their baby. Women who have been invited to have their cervical screening are still urged not to delay booking an appointment.
Be smart, use MJOG to manage your health appointments Local GP surgeries continue to be open and encourage the public to get in touch if they are worried about a symptom that could be cancer (such as unexplained blood, a lump, weight loss which feels significant or an unexplained pain lasting three weeks or more). If you struggle with persistent tummy troubles (diarrhoea, bloating or discomfort in the tummy area for three weeks or more), speak to your GP as these could be signs of cancer. Local doctors and nurses also encourage pregnant women to keep appointments and
If you are called for your breast screening appointment it is very important to attend, even during the pandemic. Breast screening facilities are safe to visit from a COVID-19 point of view and you can speak to staff about concerns. Early detection of cancer is vital and breast screening is one of the most important tools we have in saving lives. If you are already being treated for a health issue, please keep your routine appointments. The NHS has introduced a range of measures to ensure patients’ safety, including COVID-secure wards and phone and digital appointments. Your NHS is here to see you, safely so help us help you.
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If you’ve had tummy trouble such as bloating, diarrhoea or discomfort for three weeks or more, it could be a sign of cancer. It’s probably nothing serious, but finding cancer early makes it more treatable. Your NHS is here to see you, safely.
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“Exposure to blue light during the day is actually a good thing. This natural short-wave light keeps us awake, energised and can boost our mood. But blue light radiating from our digital devices at night can wreak havoc on our sleep. Digital devices, energy saving lights (LED) and fluorescent lights all emit blue light, which suppresses the natural hormone that makes you sleep, melatonin.
Dim the lights
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While it’s better for the environment, LED lights can produce quite a lot of blue light, as do fluorescent lights. If you use a dimmer, that can help reduce the level of blue light you are exposed to in the evening. It’s also worth switching off any lights you don’t really need on. Using only the essential lights will limit your exposure to blue light and just think of the money you’ll save when the electricity bill arrives.
If parting with your beloved device is out of the question, you could try wearing glasses with an added blue light filter. This significantly reduces the amount of blue light your eyes absorb at night, hence your melatonin levels will rise naturally
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I’m a big promoter of not having digital devices in the bedroom, especially for those with teenagers who constantly check their phones because of a fear of missing out. It’s far more natural to sleep without
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World of Wine Matches made in heaven. . . . . Port with Stilton, Champagne and Oysters, but wine with Easter Eggs? I’m not so sure about that one. But with Easter upon us soon there are some serious choices to be made. The most important factor, as in all pairings of food and wine, is that only you can really decide what tastes best but the following are general rules that have stood the test of time: * The wine must be perceived as sweeter than the chocolate or it will simply be overpowered. * Since wine coats the mouth as you eat it, choose a wine that’s big enough to cut through its richness. * Try looking for flavours in both that are similar to one another. Milk chocolate, being the sweetest, your best match might just be a sweet and tasty tawny port but if you find the right bottle of Pinot Noir you won’t be disappointed. Chocolate with between 50 and 70 per cent cocoa solids are the sweetest of the dark chocolates and with these a good Cabernet or Bordeaux wine will tend to bring out the fruity or peppery nuances in the chocolate. A ruby port is another good choice.
Finally, those chocolates with more than 70 per cent cocoa solids really need a strong red wine to balance the intense, bitter and roasted flavours. Zinfandels, Australian Shiraz or Spanish Grenache might be the way to go. Once you’ve got a great pairing stick with it - it’s bliss. Start by tasting the wine, allowing its flavours to fully saturate your mouth, then take a bit of the chocolate, letting it slowly melt on your tongue. Sip the wine again and, yes, it really is a match made in heaven.
vineyard; each were given two wines at a blind tasting and asked to state their preference. The result? 12 out of the 13 tasters preferred the same wine, but what was the difference? It turned out they were, essentially, the same wine - one produced organically, the other by an increasingly popular method called biodynamics. The concept of organic wines is an easy one to understand - they are made from grapes cultivated without the use of synthetic fungicides, herbicides or fertilisers. “In vineyards where the environment is respected and biodiversity encouraged, the vines grow in a living soil, full of worms and bacteria. This enables them to draw upon the optimum levels of minerals from the soil. In turn, these healthy vines develop better resistance to disease and go on to produce fruit for years to come,” said a spokesman for leading UK organic wine sellers, Vintage Roots (www.vintageroots.co.uk)
Biodynamics takes all this one stage further and almost into the realms of fantasy; if not the fantastic . . . Its roots As for Easter dinner, it’s a fair bet can be that a nice joint of spring lamb will traced back be served up in many homes; this nearly a year we’ll be going for a nice joint century to of roast pork with a cider gravy lectures and some sautéed spring greens. delivered In both cases, I can recommend by Austrian philosopher-scientist a decent bottle of Pinot Noir as a Rudolf Steiner (pictured). Central good choice. to the issue is the calendar, which divides days into flower, fruit, leaf And now for something completely and root categories according to different . . . A few years ago a the influence of the moon and stars group of respected UK wine experts on the earth’s natural rhythms. It is were on a visit to a top Burgundy said, for instance, that if you track
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the rising and falling of the moon and cut your hair or mow the lawn when the moon is falling, it will not grow as quickly afterwards. Homeopathic sprays and herbal preparations are used, along with estate-made composts, to increase soil fertility and strengthen and protect the vines. One common preparation is made from cow manure fermented in a cow horn, which is buried in the soil over winter. Another example sees stinging nettle tea sprayed on weak vines. None of which matters a jot if the wine itself tastes fantastic. Which is where I started. Yes, it might all sound a bit silly, but increasingly, internationally-renowned estates are using this approach to make better wine. Read the small print on the labels next time you’re shopping around . . . And finally, Scotland will be the first country in the UK to implement a Deposit Return Scheme when it comes into force on July 1 next year. But you can be sure the rest of us will have to get used got the idea sooner rather than later and surely there’s no one who will see this as anything but a great move forward. The scheme will offer a 20pence payment for wine bottles and cans returned. Accolade Wines, one of the country’s biggest wine suppliers, became a founding partner to the scheme. The key to art all is the consumer actually being prepared to return the bottle.If you continue to put your bottles out for recycling you will need to pay the extra 20p per bottle, or make an extra journey to recover the money.
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Vauxhall Corsa
A car that’s been a top seller for more than 25 years has upped its game . . . Roy Woodcock road tests the latest Vauxhall Corsa. . . Twenty-eight years and still going strong. That’s the Vauxhall Corsa, best-selling Vauxhall for many of those years, and one of the country’s best-selling cars ever. Now, the latest, fifth-generation, Corsa, which made its debut on our roads just a year ago, is maintaining the model’s success that’s seen more than two million sold in the UK since the very first one braved the showrooms in 1993. As a family we own an outgoing (68-plate) mark IV model, which itself replaced a 2012 Corsa, and immediately I can see genuine improvements over what we regard as a very good car. This new one is better looking, for a start. It looks longer (but it isn’t) because of the longer bonnet and the very modern, swept-back, sporty styling that culminates in a rear spoiler to improve the car’s stability.
It sits lower and looks chunkier and more assertive. But the biggest improvement is one that’s not visible at all . . . its lightweight design, including much use of aluminium, means there’s a serious weight saving of more than 100kg and, allied to a stiffer body, this translates to better on-road performance. In short, roadholding is better and you feel much more in control of the car when driven vigorously. The Mark V Corsa is only available as a five-door and was the first all-new Vauxhall to appear since it (and its sister brand Opel) were sold to the French-owned PSA group, responsible for Peugeot, Citroen and DS brands. And it’s pretty obvious that’s where the improvements have come from the Corsa, for instance, shares much of its underpinnings with the latest Peugeot 208 and once inside, you’ll notice flair touches that come from that car, too.
The multi-media touchscreen, which varies in size from seven to ten inches, depending on model, is angled slightly towards the driver which might be seen as a small thing, but boy does it make for easier viewing and safer driving. The multi-media systems are compatible with both Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and feature control via integrated voice recognition. From 2021, petrol and diesel variants of the Corsa are now available in SE, SE Premium, SRi, SRi Premium, Elite, Elite Nav, Elite Nav Premium and Ultimate Nav trims. The entry-level SE 5-Speed with a 1.2-litre petrol engine is £16,440 on the road. The Elite trim is new for 2021 and sits below Elite Nav and Elite Nav Premium models, aimed at customers who require the same levels of standard equipment but do not need built-in navigation. The SRi models now come with Vauxhall’s light pack as standard – featuring LED front fog lights, LED taillights and automatic lighting control. SRi and SRi Premium models come as standard with 17inch bi-colour wheels, helping the model stand out on the road.
A key change for 2021 Corsa vehicles is the introduction of a new 1.2 Turbo 130PS 8-speed automatic engine with Normal, Eco and Sport modes, available on SRi and Ultimate Nav models. Featuring a stylish twin exhaust for a sportier look, the eight-speed unit is capable of 0-60mph in just 8.2 seconds. A 1.2 75PS engine is now also available on Elite models. The big news for the Mark V Corsa has been the debut of all-electric models and for 2021 there is an on-the-road price reduction across every all-electric Corsa-e variant, with savings of more than £1,000 on-the-road for entry-level SE Nav Premium models. All Corsa-e trim levels have also been renamed for 2021, and now include Premium as part of the new naming structure in recognition of the comprehensive standard equipment. The Corsa-e is available in SE Nav Premium, SRi Nav Premium and Elite Nav Premium. New for Corsa-e 2021 model lineup is the sportier SRi Nav Premium trim which adds 17-inch alloy wheels, sports seats, specific SRi interior with red accents, dark-
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tinted rear windows and sports pedals. This means customers looking for a sporty Corsa can now choose between the petrol and diesel variants, as well as the allelectric Corsa-e. All Corsa-e models feature a 50kWh battery and 100kW (136PS) electric motor, capable of up to 209 miles from a single charge. Supporting up to 100kW rapid charging, an 80 per cent charge can be achieved in just 30 minutes. The Corsa is comfy but, as a small car, it’s also cosy. Adult rear seats passengers may find themselves cramped by its low roofline and lack of knee room. But that affects plenty of its competitors too. There’s several storage cubbyholes in the cabin and at 309-litres, the boot is 24 litres bigger than the old car. The rear seat backs fold in a 60:40 split. Like many modern cars, the new Corsa also comes equipped with numerous advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) such as
Lane Keep Assist – appearing for the first time in the Corsa – Blind Spot Alert, and Adaptive Speed Control, a first in such a small car. The Corsa also offers Forward Collision Alert with Automatic Emergency Braking, and Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection, a driver drowsiness alert system and traffic sign recognition. Flank Guard is another premiere in the Corsa. Fitted with 12 sensors, the system warns the driver if the side of the car is about to collide with an object while manoeuvring at speeds less than 6mph. In this model, there’s also a Panoramic Rear View Camera enabling drivers to see traffic approaching from the left or right behind the car.
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In short, the new Corsa is a vastly better car than the one it replaces and it can now fight its corner head-to-head with the best that’s available in this segment of the market. For more information please visit www.vauxhall.co.uk
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Staycations: Idyllic coastal cottages to rent after lockdown There’s few ways we’d rather spend the great British summertime than on a bucket-andspades holiday by the sea. From fish and chips and cream teas on the rugged Cornish coast to picturesque pubs with sea views in Devon and remote fishing villages in Scotland, nothing quite beats a breach break in the UK. To help plan yours, we’ve picked eight of our favourites....
rise and set and the boats sail by into nearby Coverack. Inside, it’s pure Scandi-chic and has two bedrooms. Sleeps: 4 From: £1,250 per short break More info: uniquehomestays.com
Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage, Lynton, Devon
Situated on a cliff’s edge along the Exmoor Heritage Coast, Lighthouse Keeper’s Cottage is a
Ford Cottage, Coombe, Cornwall (pictured above)
The Old Rectory, Rhossili, South Wales
Situated above Rhossili Bay on the Gower Peninsula, this cottage is blissfully secluded and, being the only property in the bay, benefits
countryside, the coast just a short drive away. Sleeps: 4 From: £453 per 4 nights More info: landmarktrust.org.uk
Beach House, Widemouth Bay, Cornwall
A double-height atrium with floor to ceiling windows makes an impact on entrance to this modern from uninterrupted views. With four bedrooms, it’s the perfect rental for a family holiday, with the village pubs of Rhossili and Llangennith nearby. The beach is also one of South Wales’ best surfing spots - just remember to pack your wetsuit! Sleeps: 7 From: £1,062 per week More info: nationaltrust.org.uk
Freston Tower, Near Ipswich, Suffolk This six-storey Tudor folly looks out over the River Orwell, with a room on each floor - the sitting room at the top benefitting from unrivalled views out over the Suffolk
beach house overlooking the secluded beach of Wanson Mouth in Widemouth Bay. Party-ready, there’s a wood-fired hot tub and sauna, cinema room and even an underground cocktail bar. Sleeps: 16 From: £658 per night More info: stayonedegree.com
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Visiting the village of Coombe feels like stepping back in time, with its cluster of thatched white-washed cottages on the banks of a river that runs half a mile to the sea (and pebble beach) at Duckpool. Ford Cottage is perhaps the loveliest of them all, dating back to the mid17th century, with a large sitting room with high ceilings and slate floors, and a garden dotted with apple trees. Sleeps: 4 From: £302 per 4 nights More info: landmarktrust.org.uk
Ferry Cottage, Nr Brixham, Devon
This chocolate-box thatched cottage, with roses clambering up its stone walls, sits on the edge of the Dart Estuary, with contemporary interiors belying its exterior. If you ever tire of soaking up the view from the terrace, hop
over the river for a drink at the Ferry Boat Inn – just ring the bell at the jetty and the ferry man will soon arrive to take you across. Sleeps: 4 From: £660 per week More info: nationaltrust.org.uk
Ukiyo, Coverack, Cornwall
This eco-friendly home on the Cornish coast has some of the best views around and makes the most of them with uninterrupted windows and a terrace for watching the sun
unique property alongside a stillfunctioning lighthouse. With six bedrooms, the house suits larger parties, particularly keen walkers with the South West Coast Path on the doorstep. Sleeps: 10 From: £1,224 per week More info: nationaltrust.org.uk
Monkton Old Hall, Monkton, Pembrokeshire, Wales Medieval Old Hall retains all the character of its 1400 origin, with
its vaulted ceilings, huge stone fireplace and spiral staircase. Head to the seaside village of Saundersfoot for fish and chips and ice creams on tap. Sleeps: 7 From: £467 per four nights More info: landmarktrust.org.uk
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Self catering mid April and then hotel stays from 17th May - providing all goes to plan. Travelling abroad is still looking ambiguous at the moment. Not only what are going to be the UK rules for entering a country but will other countries be happy to accept UK nationals? At least with a UK holiday you should get away quite easily although precautions will still be necessary - masks, sanitiser, temperature checks and distancing all needing to be carefully taken into consideration to ensure we stay safe. So how about cruising around the UK? I would like to introduce you to an exciting opportunity to cruise aboard the World’s biggest tall ship the Golden Horizon this summer in the UK waters. She is a five masted barque based on France II a legendary Square rigged tall ship built in 1913. Inspired by history’s magnificent Tea Clippers. I cannot wait to step aboard! There are a selection of itineraries but I wish to highlight a particular voyage sailing from Edinburgh (Leith) to Greenock (Glasgow) as it includes travel to and from your door to the ship. Excellent value from £1745. Enjoy 9 nights aboard this luxury new ship departing on 6th July 2021. Why not enjoy a well deserved break? The wonderful itineraries visiting smaller places you would not expect to see on a cruise ship. Luxurious throughout, first class service along with elegant cabins each with a sea view is all part of the experience you can expect on board. Built over four decks you will be spoilt for choice in the open air as Golden Horizon boast 3 pools on Scotland her open deck. For those who enjoy a good book you may find it difficult to tear your self away from the library. If keeping fit is on your daily routine there is no need to slack on your holiday the gym is ready and waiting for you. If relaxing in the sauna, snow room and hamman is more you, then don’t despair you are catered for too. You will be wined & dined savouring wonderful gourmet meals in the elegant multi level restaurant during lunch & dinner. Throughout the day tea, coffee and soft drinks can be requested. Gratuities are something that can always create an embarrassing moment these are taken care of and not expected. What an opportunity to experience this ship close to home. I cannot wait to take up this opportunity whilst travelling further afield restricted. From the UK she will sail the world following the Tradewinds - Oh and if none stop sailing from Dubai to Singapore is on your bucket list get in touch I understand this will be a true sailors ultimate adventure of speed under sail. For further information on the Golden Horizon or any holiday you may be contemplating don’t hesitate to get in touch we a have options available you may never have contemplated. Let’s explore closer to home by car, coach and train as well as sea. We look forward to the opportunity of sending you away and creating you wonderful memories. We are here working via the telephone and email until we are allowed to re open our office for you can visit in person and look forward to talking to you. Stay safe & take care, best wishes
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Hull City Column by Woody Mellor
The promotion campaign is still on
It has been a strange few weeks following Hull City. Nearly everyone had come to the same conclusion that automatic promotion was being thrown away after defeats against Burton, Milton Keynes and Ipswich and yet now after three consecutive victories they have returned to top position. The jury is still out as to whether automatic promotion will be secured as the chasing pack are only three to four points behind and several teams have two or three games in hand on us. They still have to actually take points from these games, they could go past us but only if they win these fixtures and some could be against promotion rivals. After reaching pole position the next challenge is to retain this and the next two games will be decisive as they are Peterborough away and Oxford at home. Peterborough were at the top till they to lost at Burton Albion and they won at the KC earlier in the season though it was very close and came from Peterborough making tactical changes at half time and not or the first time we couldn’t get to grips with them for a ten minute spell. Oxford have risen from the relegation zone in December and are now close to the play-offs for the second season in succession. If City can take points from these two games then maybe we are the genuine article and these are arguably the hardest games till Lincoln away and Sunderland at home in late April. Saying that of course City have struggled against the poor sides who set up to stop them playing or are more motivated playing against former Premier League opponents.
for months. We sign a deputy for Elder when Fleming gets injured yet Fleming himself could be available earlier than Clark, who is now injured apparently. Let’s hope we can keep Clark for next season if they do achieve promotion as allegedly Premier League clubs were chasing him during his initial season in Dutch football. Let’s hope he’s here longer than Marcus Maddison who came to showcase his talents the previous January and now resides at Bolton in Division 2.
The last three victories have come against teams from the bottom of the league so maybe they are getting to grips with what is required to escape this division and there were three clean sheets in a week. The defence has been much stronger with Burke and Greaves as central defenders and De Wijs can take his concentration lapses to QPR, though we hope he plays well as he could move there permanently for a Million pounds if it goes well. City have had the most clean sheets in the division and best goal difference too. Despite our need for someone new take opportunities the forwards are still knocking up their goal tallies with Wilks (right) now on nineteen, Magennis thirteen and Keane Lewis -Potter close to double figures in his first full season. Their tallies could still be considerably higher considering the chances frittered away this season but as long as at least one of them takes opportunities in the remaining fixtures they could continue
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the promotion run. Gavin Whyte (above) has scored three in around three games so he could be an additional goal threat but the other three signings in January have yet to make a difference. Dan Crowley was signed as a creative midfielder but he has disrupted the side more than adding to it. He has played on the wing, to fit the Mccann formation yet goes wandering and has made limited impact when he has replaced Honeyman in the attacking role. The best may yet to come once he is more match fit. Flores has signed from Irish football and isn’t match fit and neither is Max Clark who also hasn’t played
Let’s just hope City can continue the promotion run during March. The knives were out for McCann a few weeks ago and for many people he is still regarded as our weakest link. If only we could tinker with our formation, react during a match particularly, or find ways to cope with opponents packing their midfield. City probably have some of the best individual players in this division and probably the highest paid squad. They are more than capable of getting out of this division if motivated and played in the correct way against all opposition. If Steve Bruce or Nigel Adkins was in charge they may tinker in some games to shore up our midfield or defence and change tactics to create goals. City are pretty much tied to one formation, our opponents all know his and plan accordingly so let’s just hope that our quality can overcome this over the remaining twelve games.
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From Beverley to the Battlefields
Over 1100 service personnel have been researched by a team of dedicated volunteers for the East Riding Archives’ ‘First World War Lives’ project. The project, which began in 2014, reveals the previously untold stories of local men and women who served in the Great War. The stories of Charles (b.1894) and James (b.1896) Quaid, also known as Hill, are just one of many Beverlonians who left our quiet market town for the battlefields.… Just before the First World War in 1911, the Quaid brothers worked as grocer’s errand boys and lived at 98 Keldgate, Beverley with their parents Walton Quaid and Adeline Hill, and siblings David, Annie, Herbert and Edward. Their father, Walton, was from an Army family, being born in Poonah, India, and as a teenager in the 1880s lived at the Victoria Barracks where his father, James, was Barracks Sergeant. His Irish grandfather, David, was also a military man and fought in the Crimean War.
Like many other local soldiers, the Quaid brothers were both under the age of 21 when they enlisted. The eldest of the two, Charles, served in the East Yorkshire Regiment, embarking for France on 8 September 1914 with the 1st Battalion. He took part in the first battle of Aisne against German units. Only 12 days later, on or since 20th September 1914, Charles was “presumed dead”. The Beverley Guardian dated 31st October 1914, reported: “Mr. W. Quaid of 98 Keldgate, Beverley, has been notified by the War Office that his son, Pte. C.E.Quaid, 1st Battalion East Yorks Regiment is “missing” in France since 20th September”
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Charles’ younger brother, James, also came to a similar fate. James served with the 5th Battalion Yorkshire Regiment, who in 1915, journeyed to Poperinghe, near Ypres, Belgium and then marched to huts at Dikkebus. The Battalion was defending the line at Railway Dugouts when James was severely injured by a shell. He was taken to a Casualty Clearance Station where he sadly died of his wounds on 30th December 1915, aged 18. The loss experienced by the Quaid brothers’ parents and siblings is unimaginable, and unfortunately many families back home also suffered the same grief. Both James and Charles, along with their uncle Charles who served in the West Yorkshire Regiment (Prince of
Wales’s Own), are commemorated on the Hengate War Memorial. A free online exhibition highlighting more lives researched in the First World War Lives project will be launched on the East Riding Archives website in March 2021. To keep up with all the latest from the Archives team, visit our website www.eastridingarchives.co.uk and follow our Facebook and Twitter pages - @ERArchives
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What To Plant In A Garden Now Spending hours gardening at this point in the year might not seem like the best use of time, but contrary to popular belief, now is actually a good time to get planting – be it flowers, vegetables and fruits, and irrespective of whether you have a large garden or just a window box. Here, we look at what to focus on to reap the benefits once spring arrives… SMALL GARDENS
in extreme conditions to protect against frost until spring, too.
Begonias, Dahlias & Gladioli When it comes to filling up a patio space with a variety of pots bursting with colour and foliage, it’s crucial to plan ahead. Summer flowering bulbs are available now. Perfect for garden borders and patio containers, alike, you can choose from begonias, dahlias and gladioli – among others – to reap some fabulous summer colour, with very little effort.”
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Primroses, Violas & Bellis Refresh patio pots and hanging baskets with a cheerful display of early season primroses, violas and bellis, planting potted spring bulbs in the gaps for an extra burst of colour. One of the most economical ways to ensure your tubs and baskets are full of cascading colour is to grow your own bedding plants from young plants, potted up into small pots to grow in a warm frostfree greenhouse, conservatory or on a windowsill, until all risk of frost has passed.
Keep an eye on these fluctuating temperatures, checking both the day and nighttime variations. If your plants won’t stand that much frost, bring them into a protected place, like a greenhouse, porch or conservatory. If you can’t or it’s planted in the ground, then use a frost protection fleece. Very cold winds are most damaging to evergreen plants, as it burns the foliage.
Planning is key to help keep garden plants alive when it’s cold outside. When planting, check the hardiness of your plants, relative to the area of the country you live in, and make sure it’s a suitable match. By having this understanding, you’ll also be more mindful of changing temperatures and what plants can and can’t tolerate.
Lilies While heavy snowfall will ultimately stop the growth of some plants, others can withstand the chill. For example, lilies are hardy, can survive outdoors and flower well in cooler conditions. However, be careful not to over-water your lilies. It may be necessary to wrap the containers with bubble wrap
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VEGETABLE PLOTS Potatoes Winter is the perfect time to start ‘chitting’ your potatoes. Chitting simply means to encourage the seed potatoes to sprout before planting, which can be done on a windowsill indoors. To ‘chit’ will take approximately two to three weeks, and the best way to do so is to place your seed potatoes in an egg carton, in a light and cool place. After the sprouts reach an inch in height, they’re ready to be planted in the ground outside. Basil No matter how cold it is, you can have year-round herbs via a windowsill garden. Grow basil in well-drained, nutrient-rich soil and place it in a sheltered position out of direct sunlight. To achieve a quality crop, grow basil in a container to avoid rotting, and allow for frequent airflow. The same technique can be applied to other herbs, which thrive well in the cold, such as parsley and coriander. By growing herbs in containers, this will keep aggressive spreaders, such as mint and lemon balm, under control and away from garden beds. Berries As long as the soil isn’t frozen or waterlogged, you can grow a variety of berries in winter, too. These include raspberry canes, bare-root strawberry plants, blueberry bushes and blackberries. In most cases, berries are not seriously damaged by frost. However, new growth can be hindered by winter conditions, so make sure you prune off the damaged parts of the plant. To avoid having to do this, choose a cultivar that blooms later in spring. Cut spent canes of autumn fruiting raspberries to the floor to encourage new stems to grow in their place, planting new freshly potted raspberry canes for a succession of ready-to-pick berries from early summer to autumn. Rhubarb When planting rhubarb, remember to allow enough room for them to develop to their full size. Add
a thick layer of farmyard manure around your new plant to help retain moisture and keep weeds at bay, too. Peas With little protection over the darkest months, peas will still grow in spring and continue to develop thereafter. For winter, it is worth having a few pea sticks either side of the row to keep them off the soil and away from pests. Peas can even be grown in spare guttering with drainage holes drilled in the bottom. Water the plants when they start to flower and two weeks after. Add a thick mulch around the base of the plants to help prevent the soil drying out. The Pitfalls to Avoid… Cabbage and cauliflower are cool-season plants, but they take a little planning to thrive in winter conditions. Care must be taken not to get the young leaves exposed to frost, as they will quickly wither. Winter crops also need frequent irrigation, so the area doesn’t become overly soggy. Cabbage and cauliflower that grow in overly wet soil tend to split, so ensure the seedbed has good drainage to prevent damage to the roots. This can be achieved by growing your cabbage and cauliflower in containers, as opposed to pots. Not all plants will flourish in the cold, but it’s worth remembering the colder months provide the perfect opportunity to get a head start on spring. Ensure your plot is prepared to prevent any damage and guard against pests first and foremost.
Gardening winters we’ve been having. Then, as soon as we reach early spring, we’d suggest ‘Campanulas’, as these come in purple and white varieties, and again, are very hardy. They have lots of flower heads, so they can create a big splash of colour.
WINDOW BOXES AND PLANTERS Bedding Plants The best plants to use for window boxes and patio containers are what’s known as bedding plants. These are small plants that usually only last for a specific season. They are fast growing and used for temporary decorative seasonal displays, which makes them a perfect choice for a window box.
Heather & Campanulas That said, early March is still prone to the old cold snap and morning frosts, it’s likely only the hardiest bedding plants will survive. Our first choice at this time of year would be a variety of heather called ‘Erica Darleyensis’ – it’s so delicate and pretty, yet super resilient. It also require slittle in the way of watering, too – once a week at most – especially with the wet
Daisies, Tulips & Narcicisus As soon as the weather starts to warm up, you have a lot more choice when it comes to bedding plants. A lovely combination would be some pompom ‘Bellis Daisies’, paired with elegant ‘Dwarf Tulips’. And nothing screams spring like mini daffodils narccisus ‘Tête-àTête’. The Pitfalls To Avoid… The biggest mistake people make is planting plants which aren’t hardy enough to survive late frosts, as well as over-watering them. So be sure to select plants suited for the current season to get the most from them. Consider how much time you want to give to your plants, too. When selecting which ones to plant, pick low maintenance varieties. When planted with the right species, window boxes and containers should be very low maintenance. Unless you have a self-watering container, then watering and deadheading them (to increase the flower production) is really all you need to do.
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FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT By Fiona Dwyer, broadcast journalist, PR & media consultant, slave to 2 children and a husband. ONE YEAR OF COVID
This month sees a year since the first lockdown - and what a year it’s been. An emotional rollercoaster that no-one expected. It’s still hard to believe what we’ve been living through. But there does at least seem to be an end to restrictions in sight and a new normality to look forward to later in the year. At the time of writing, the children are due back at school - and while that’s fine for some, for others, having got used to live online lessons over the last couple of months, yet another change may be difficult. The have been incredibly resilient over the last 12 months and should be praised for how they have coped. And we must continue to be mindful that while they will probably be pleased to see their friends in person again, they may well be anxious going back to lessons on site.
SPRING IS IN THE AIR
Longer, warmer days are on the way - thank goodness. It’s good for the soul and just what the doctor ordered. It’s lovely to see the new leaves and spring flowers popping up. It’s also the time of year for a good spring clean - clearing out all the “stuff” and decluttering the house. This year, we are determined to sort our garden out too. We used our barbeque so much last year during lockdown, we thought we’d mix things up a little bit this year and we’ve ordered a pizza oven! We need some sort of cost-efficient outdoor kitchen area. Good job my husband’s pretty handy! Can’t wait to try it out when it arrives!
PIZZA DOUGH RECIPE
Talking of pizzas, I have found a no-yeast pizza dough recipe on the BBC Good Food website which I am going to try. Here it is. Mix 350g of plain flour with 2 ¾ teaspoons of baking powder and a teaspoon of salt. Then add 1 tbsp oil and 170ml of water. Stir until it forms a ball. Knead on a floured surface. Split in two and flatten each one out. Add toppings and cook. Sounds easy enough!!! And finally........a Happy St Patrick’s Day to you all for March 17th (and Happy St David’s Day on March 1st for anyone with Welsh connections). Stay safe, remember to keep wearing your mask, wash your hands and keep your distance. Take care,
Fiona x
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