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he UK’s leading feline welfare charity is urging cat owners to get their cats snipped or spayed as soon as possible under their Assisted Neutering Scheme. Most vets in Northern Ireland can offer neutering for only £5 to people in receipt of a pension or certain benefits.

Cats Protection’s Belfast Adoption Centre works hard to try and find loving homes for every feline that comes into its care but one of the charity’s main aims is to encourage the neutering of cats and kittens to ensure there will be fewer unwanted felines in the future.

“Neutering offers many benefits to cats and owners alike,” explains

Siobhan McHaffie, Northern Ireland Operations Manager for Cats Protection. “A neutered cat is less likely to spray, less likely to roam and also less likely to fight. Neutering also helps guard against disease as fighting cats are more at risk of life-threatening diseases that can be transmitted through biting and saliva.”

Cats Protection recommends that cats and kittens are neutered from around four months of age. Cat owners on a limited income who need to have their pet neutered are urged to contact their local vet for details of how the charity can assist.

For only £5 you could protect your pet and have peace of mind.

For more information, all you need to do is contact your local vet. Alternatively, you can call the Cats Protection Neutering Team on 03000 12 12 12 (select option 2) Reg Charity 203644 (England and Wales) and SC037711 (Scotland)

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GALGORM ON COURSE ON NEW RESTAURANT

Chris Wales, Anne Donaghy Chief Exec Mid & East Antrim Council, Cllr Audry Wales, Mayor for MEA Last night saw the launch of Galgorm Resort & Spa’s latest bar & restaurant venture at Galgorm Castle Golf Club. Over 300 VIP’s and local stakeholders were offered a sneak peek of the extensively redeveloped eatery, named the Castle Kitchen & Bar, which opens its doors to the public today ahead of the NI Open 2018 golf championship that begins next week.

The £600,000 investment by Galgorm in the bar and restaurant will create 50 new jobs across the food, beverage and frontof-house departments. The venue now offers a 150-seat BBQ smokehouse restaurant, as well as a 60-seat balcony terrace

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Restaurant Managers: Matthew O’Neill and Declan O’Kane providing alfresco dining with unrivalled views across the Castle grounds and golf course.

Designed by Cheah Rothe interior architecture and fitted out

by Abbey Upholsterers, acute attention has been paid to every aspect of the new design to create an atmospheric space, on par with the magnificent greens outside. With a wrap-around horseshoe bar, sumptuous sofas and a focal-feature wood burning stove, the design elements merge to create an atmosphere of relaxed glamour in an intimate, informal setting.

Colin Johnston, Galgorm General Manager, said;

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“Galgorm Resort & Spa has established itself as a leading business and tourism destination and we are delighted to be opening the doors on an exciting new dimension of our food and beverage offering.

“The Castle Kitchen & Bar is another step in our strategy to deliver market-leading hospitality in Northern Ireland and this is a space for all occasions and tastes. Our guests will feel that this is a relaxed, home-from home, culinary experience.”

Under the watchful eye of the signature bull adorning the tiles, hand painted by Ballymena artist Paul Bell, the distinct flavour and ambience of an authentic BBQ smokehouse will be served seven days per week. The menu focuses on carefully sourced Northern Irish meat, serving up a delectable menu of spicy street food minis, salt-aged steaks and dryrubbed beef.

The Castle Kitchen & Bar adds to Galgorm’s already impressive suite of dining options, which includes the 3AA Rosette River Room Restaurant, Gillies Bar & Restaurant and Fratelli’s Italian in addition to its Belfast-based restaurants Fratelli’s and Café Parisien.

Colin continued; “We hosted the World Luxury Spa & Restaurant Awards at the Resort last month and we were extremely proud to be awarded the coveted title of Best Luxury Hotel Restaurant in Northern Europe for our River Room Restaurant. With our new restaurant now open in time to welcome some of the biggest names in golf at the NI Open, it’s an exciting time for us.

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Galgorm Resort & Spa GM Colin Johnston & Mayor Cllsr Lindsay Millar “The course here at Galgorm Castle Golf Club is world class and although not all our golfers will achieve a hole-in-one on the green they will at least be guaranteed one here at the Castle Kitchen & Bar with our top-notch menu and warm hospitality on offer.”

The Castle Kitchen & Bar is open now for lunch and dinner. Further details and a full menu can be found at www.galgorm.com/castlekitchen

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Black Bush Cured’ charcuterie masterclass at D.I.V.E Belfast ‘Black Bush Cured’, a collaboration from Irish charcuterie master Rob Krawczyk and Bushmills Irish Whiskey, took place this week in D.I.V.E Belfast as part of the #BlackBushStories event series.

The talented, second-generation chef shared an insight into his inspiring career journey and presented a hands-on charcuterie masterclass where attendees were shown how to cure and smoke meat.

Attendees also enjoyed an educational tasting session on some of Bushmills’ best loved whiskeys as well as sampling Black Bush expertly paired with one of Rob’s own creations – Black Bush Spiced Beef.

The #BlackBushStories collaboration series celebrates the stories and talents of independent, spirited and extraordinary Irish individuals who challenge traditional thinking in their fields and live outside the box.

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The compact and spacious model is paired with new technology and features for all eventualities, with safety a top priority. This includes Pedestrian Protection and Emergency Assist as well as an 8” infotainment touchscreen and adaptive cruise control.

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“With such a busy lifestyle, we thought the SEAT Leon FR would be the perfect choice for Laura’s new car. Due to its smooth steering system and contemporary shape – not to mention the wireless phone charging capabilities - it is a popular choice in Northern Ireland with first time buyers and experienced motorists alike.

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“The SEAT Leon FR is bigger than my previous vehicle which means that I can transport more clothing and accessories to shows and between shops without a crease in sight! Not only is it fantastic for work, but my friends definitely appreciate the extra leg room in the back when going on day trips and taking in the beautiful sights of Northern Ireland.

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Action Cancer MOT the MOT guys!

Action Cancer MOT the MOT guys! Charles Hurst Toyota and Action Cancer recently announced a yearlong partnership aimed at raising awareness and funds for the charity. Action Cancer’s Health Promotion Officer, Anne Thompson, performs a blood pressure check on Matthew Morgan, Technician at Charles Hurst Toyota. Any male aged 16+ can book a free health check with Action Cancer online at www.actioncancer.org or by calling 028 9080 3344.

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Charles Hurst Toyota and Action Cancer recently announced a yearlong partnership aimed at raising awareness and funds for the charity’s range of cancer prevention, early detection and support services. The charity’s Big Bus is contributing to Charles Hurst health and wellbeing programme by providing free health checks and breast screenings for staff and customers. So in effect, Action Cancer have been MOTing the MOT guys! Action Cancer is encouraging men to treat their body like a good car; service it regularly and it will be less likely to break down!

Technician Charles Hurst Toyota Technician, Matthew Morgan, who recently availed of a health check said, “My health check only took 20 minutes and it gave me a snap shot of my current health as well as advice on where I can make improvements and reduce my cancer risk.

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Anne Thompson, Action Cancer’s Health Promotion Officer said, “Every year in Northern Ireland there are approximately 4,607 men diagnosed with cancer1 - that’s 12 men every day. Poor lifestyle choices, such as smoking, eating an unhealthy diet and not getting enough exercise, could be

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ile Market a local Northern Ireland Tile & Bathroom ware supplier has developed a fantastic business reputation over the past 35 years. Each showroom has a fully trained team of experts to help you with all your tiling and sanitary ware needs. We want you to achieve the ideal look you’re after within the budget you have in mind.

Providing excellent value is the Tile Market mantra, which is why we source the best quality Italian and Spanish tiles at affordable prices.

With three showrooms in the North of Ireland and one in the South, we offer an exceptional customer experience in store and also the convenience of ordering online with delivery to anywhere in the United Kingdom & Republic of

Ireland. Whether it’s wall tiles, floor tiles, a new brand-new bathroom or tools & adhesive you need, Tile Market & Bathrooms can assist with your everyday home renovations.

What can I expect to see in the Tile Market Showrooms?

Tile Market have four showrooms located in Belfast, Lurgan, Newry and Sandyford. Each showroom has a fabulous range of porcelain and ceramic tiles at very competitive prices, as well as a superb selection of Sanitary Ware to choose from.

If you have something else in mind, we can source stunning special-order products in store. Each branch has experts on hand to help you through

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What makes Tile Market different to other Competitors in the Market?

The Tile Market mission is to source a wide variety of quality products at affordable prices for customers. Tile Market offer a wide range of choice

in both Tiles & Sanitary Ware, meaning there is something that suits everyone’s taste. Tiles in each showroom are carefully sourced from Italy and Spain, manufactured using high quality materials.

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What is the difference between ceramic & porcelain tiles?

There are some clear differences between ceramic and porcelain tile ranges. Porcelain tiles are made up of various clays and are commonly used for commercial projects due to their high levels of durability and extremely low level of water absorption.

Ceramic tiles are primarily made of clay mixed with various minerals and water. This composition is then processed with heat to create the solidified product. Since ceramic material is porous, the top seal is usually sealed with a glaze. The glazed surface is referred to as the design layer since it determines the tiles finished colour design and texture.

Do stores provide tiling accessories and tools?

Tile Market provide everything you need to complete your home improvements from start to finish. Whether that be tiles, grouts, trims, tile cutters or aftercare products we have you covered.

Our expert team can advise you on the best products and techniques to use, ensuring your project is stress and hassle free. You can also view a fantastic range of tiling products online.

Do Tile Market stores offer any exclusive payment schemes?

Tile Market have recently launched their Interest Free Credit scheme across selected Tile ranges and Sanitary Ware products. This fantastic Interest Free Credit payment plan will allow customers to spread the cost of their renovations over a 10-month period. This option is available in Belfast, Lurgan and Newry branches on orders over £400. Full terms and conditions available in store.

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THE NONSURGICAL FACELIFT Launching our latest and most exciting treatment with Dr Cormac Lynch Advanced Facial Aesthetics @ Ard’s Dental Practice, Newtownards

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e were delighted to welcome our first patients for this innovative, discreet, subtle treatment on Friday 5th October 2018. Following extensive training with the world renowned Professor Bob Khanna, Dr Lynch is now providing non-surgical facelift with PDO Vsoft threads.

What is a Non-Surgical Facelift?

It is the use of resorbable PDO (polydioxanone) sutures, which are atraumatically introduced to key areas of the face to subtly and naturally lift loose tissue. In doing so this treatment enhances facial profile, giving very natural results with regards to creating a more youthful and fresh appearance.

most troublesome. In some cases, patients may need guidance from Dr Lynch in order to achieve the best result.

Which areas of the face can be treated?

Does the procedure take long?

The non-surgical facelift focuses on three important areas, brow, mid-face (cheeks) and lower face (chin and jaw line). Patients may choose to have all three areas treated or may focus on the area they feel is

The procedure takes approximately 30 to 45 minutes to complete. It is a comfortable procedure which has very low reports of pain or discomfort either during the procedure or post-operatively.

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immediately post-operatively. Patients will notice a subtle elevation of their brow. Mid- face lifts can reduce heavy folds in the nose to mouth lines and mouth to chin lines. Patients will also notice a more defined Jaw contour. Results improve over the first three months with the body’s response to the sutures stimulating new collagen formation.

In addition, treatment results can be augmented further with anti-wrinkle treatment, dermal fillers and PDO monothreads for skin rejuvenation.

How long do results last?

The sutures slowly resorb over the course of a year.

If one looks after their skin, with a good medical grade skincare regime, SPF and safe sun practices, results can last for between 1-3 years.

The procedure is carried out painlessly using a mixture of topical anaesthetic and minimal local anaesthetic. The patient will not have any visible scars or wounds post-operatively A full face to face consultation is required prior to the treatment day.

What results can be achieved?

Although no two patients are the same, results are immediate with a subtle yet noticeable difference

For a full and free consultation with Dr Cormac Lynch contact: Ard’s Dental Practice, 16 Regent Street, Newtownards, BT23 4LH, T: 028 9181 2507 E: ardsdentalpractice@live.co.uk Dr Cormac Lynch can be contacted directly via Facebook: Dr Cormac Lynch Advanced Facial Aesthetics. Instagram: drcl_advanced_ facialaesthetics, or email on drclafa@outlook.com if you would prefer to attend the South Belfast clinic

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“SAY NO MORE TO BACK PAIN” Low back pain is one of the leading causes of ‘disability’ throughout the country. In many cases it can emerge during adolescence, and can increase into adulthood. There are many types of back pain, some of which are self-limiting and not necessarily disabling, but in many other cases it can be extremely painful and can have a massive impact on our day to day lives. At Mid Ulster Back care and physiotherapy we take a holistic approach to back pain. This approach includes a revolutionary spinal treatment with the Theraflex system. The four

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Compared to traditional manual therapy techniques the Theraflex system offers a more energised and effective treatment experience, and allows the skilled therapist to get right into that troublesome area. The Theraflex system is designed to improve range of movement within the affected back area, along with reducing pain for the patient.

Accompanied with other treatment modalities, along with a progressive plan to help get the patient to a level where they can go about their day to day lives, the Theraflex system can be a life changing experience.

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SIOBHAN KEARNEY Portglenone Life catches up with Siobhan Kearney as she embarks on her new venture, At One Wellbeing. Siobhan has a wealth of experience and is one of the go-to professionals in the mental health arena.

Hi Siobhan, Tell us a little about At One Wellbeing…

The business is exclusively aimed at supporting people to make positive changes in their lives and to be able better to manage the stresses life can often throw your way. This includes Life and Executive Coaching which is a confidential, non-judgemental support to you, as you journey towards your life’s goals. As a professional Life Coach, I will help you identify your goals, whether these are relationship, work-life balance, confidence and self-esteem or professional – whatever you want to change, Life and Executive Coaching will support you. I will help you to see things from a different perspective,

get you out of your own head and help you start to take action to make changes.

I also offer a more holistic approach to managing stress including therapeutic massage and Reiki.

How important is awareness of your mental wellbeing?

It is essential. The excellent work many of the mental health charities are undertaking has really helped destigmatise mental illness. But there is some way to go yet. The services offered by Charities is excellent – but what I offer is different. I focus on helping people create a vision for the life they want and help them take the necessary steps to help get them there. I help them identify goals, develop actions to meet those goals and guide

I believe coaching is a powerful tool

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them through a process where they begin to dream big – something I encourage. I do not focus on the past or on problems – coaching is solutions focused and may not actually be a service that would help someone who is depressed or suffer from anxiety or any other mental illness.

I would recommend a Counsellor in this instance. But my experience in mental health is helpful – my interest in in getting someone the best and most appropriate support and this may mean me advising potential clients to first visit their GP for advice.

What tips would you have for leading a more content life?

There are the top 10 tips, the top 100 tips, the top 500 tips and so on – but I think finding your true self and living in tune with that self is really important.

Cultivating kindness to yourself and others.

Practising gratitude and compassion. It is about being open to new experiences, protecting your mental health and actively putting strategies in place that you can commit to and that are good for you physically, emotionally and mentally. For example, taking notice as I mentioned above. We are so caught up in technology that we don’t even notice that the cherry blossoms are out at this time of year.

But taking notice of things like this has a really positive impact on our wellbeing.

And connecting with others - we don’t take time to connect with those around us – we’re far to busy on our mobile. We sit at the dinner table and don’t engage

in conversation with our family – and our wellbeing suffers. So my top tips would be in line with the five steps to wellbeing, these are based on evidence, backed by the PHA – and they are so simple it would be difficult to find such a simple way of looking after your mental health.

When do you think coaching is most beneficial?

Coaching is beneficial in lots of different circumstances. It is an excellent way to help you achieve work life balance, deal with major changes in your life, help you with your career and performance, relationships and dating, breaking negative habits, developing self-confidence and improving esteem.

Overall, I believe coaching is a powerful tool to help people get out of their own very busy heads and have space to identify and focus on areas in life that they want to work on. With support they will see their own unique path for achieving personal success and it is this support and guidance that is so key to the success of a coaching relationship.

What does the future hold for At One Wellbeing ….

I’m excited to have established the business in the first instance. And I’m currently coaching myself to dream big!

I’ll let you know how that’s all going but I imagine that within the next two to three years I will have established a wellbeing hub offering a full range of services that offer most benefit to people who are seeking to make change and enjoy authentic and full lives.

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Top marks for Mazda

Ulster life gets behind the wheel of the hugely popular 2018 Mazda 6 available to order now from Walter young Mazda Broughshane.

The refreshed Mazda 6 is an fantastic family saloon, retaining its clear dynamic edge over the competition. While being great to drive, it also takes the fight to the VW from a quality standpoint, thanks to its smartly updated and much more modern feeling cabin.

Despite its age relative to fresher competition like the Volkswagen Passat and Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport, it’s a car we rate quite highly, thanks mostly to the fact that it’s still one of

the best saloons to drive and that includes the company of Audi, BMW and Mercedes premium brands.

Very little changes design wise from the outside for the refresh.You’ll notice the new grille, which is deeper set and shinier than before with a new mesh, while updated headlights surrounded by a bit more chrome appear too.

A few minor changes appear at the back in the form of a subtly redesigned rear bumper and boot lid, but the big news with this facelift is found in the cabin and under the bonnet – the interior has been refreshed again, while a new 2.5-litre four-cylinder petrol engine joins the line up.

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The fresh unit isn’t all that new and is already equipped in the huge CX-9 SUV which isn’t available in the UK, plus the smaller CX-5 in certain markets. It seems to fly in the face of the current downsizing and turbocharging trends as well – 2.0 litres is as big as nearly all the Mazda’s four-cylinder rivals go. Given that this is a naturally aspirated engine too, there’s a definite old-school feel to the proposition.

What isn’t old-school is the cylinderdeactivation technology this engine is equipped with. Between 25mph and 50mph, two cylinders can drop out of operation to save fuel. It works well, and you’ll struggle to notice the times when the engine is running at half its capacity.

Claiming just over 42mpg on the combined cycle it isn’t actually that much thirstier than the smaller 2.0-litre petrol options Mazda offers as a result.

We’d still probably opt for the smaller engine

though. Despite having 191bhp on tap, this 2.5-litre unit musters up just 258Nm of torque – not a huge figure in these turbocharged times.

Out of its peak spot around 4,000rpm it doesn’t feel significantly faster than the cheaper 163bhp, 213Nm 2.0-litre car, which revs out more sweetly too. Two turbocharged 2.2-litre diesel options will cater for buyers seeking pulling power. They’ll arrive in September, equipped with selective catalytic reduction via a tank of Adblue, with the most powerful version now developing 181bhp.

The 2.5-litre is at least smooth and quiet when cruising along, only becoming noticeably audible if you stand on the throttle. As such, it’s an easy car to live with on the motorway.

The six-speed automatic equipped on our car didn’t seem slow-witted in any way, but the Mazda 6’s standard six-speed manual is slick to shift, and probably worth sticking with for most.

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Mazda has revised the steering and suspension on the updated car in a bid to keep it at the front of the pack for driving fun.You’d probably have to drive old and new back to back to find the difference, but regardless, the Mazda 6 is still a top saloon for drivers. Accomplished, sharp steering makes placing it around bends fun, and while the suspension set-up is slightly firmer than rivals, there’s a real fluency to the way this car flows down minor bumpier roads.

In the cabin, a redesign of the centre console layout, now with a smaller panel for climate control buttons, results in a decluttered offering.

On high spec GT Sport Nav+ cars like the one we drove it feels pretty premium in there too, solidly built and using nice materials including Nappa leather and real wood trim. Space for four adults is good.

Elsewhere, on high spec cars a seven-inch colour display is integrated into the instrument panel – lower down the range, cars stick with

analogue dials. It’s not quite a system to rival the full width digital panels in rivals like Audi’s market leading Virtual Cockpit set-up, but it’s sharp, and a welcome addition on the tech side of things. The infotainment display grows to eight inches with this facelift and it remains an easy system to use. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto compatibility will be available as options later.

A head up display is now standard on all models though, and most versions are well equipped for the money. Mazda has increased the amount of safety and assistance features fitted by default too, with blind spot monitoring with rear cross traffic alert, radar cruise control, lane keep assist and autonomous emergency braking fitted across the range.

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them the most popular seat in the house?

Leading interior design house Neptune have some ideas on how to find yourself sitting pretty.

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Thanks to our time in the womb it is part of our DNA to like snug spaces that are cosseting and comforting.

So when we are sitting in a space just right for one, or two curled up close as in a loveseat, we are in a place where we can feel secure and almost cocooned. And when it comes to loveseats, Neptune’s comfortable and generously proportioned Olivia is particularly enticing.

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Bushmills Irish Whiskey Collaborates With Master Craftsman To Host Workshop

Bushmills® Irish Whiskey will continue the #BlackBushStories collaborative event series this month, showcasing and celebrating the stories of Irish talent who have gone against the grain to follow their passion and become champions in their chosen field.

August’s collaboration with Belfast leatherworker, Jason Karayiannis, will see the designer and maker host a hands-on workshop at Blaklist Belfast on Thursday 30th August in association with Bushmills Irish Whiskey Ambassador and acclaimed bartender, Paul Rocks.

The driving force behind his company, Father’s Father, Jason creates handmade leather goods that represent quality and utility in the very purest sense.

One of the few artisan makers still employing the traditions of leather and craft to create unique products with a contemporary purpose, Jason’s collection includes beautiful yet functional items such as travel wallets, card holders and belts.

Inspired by the supreme craftsmanship, passion and care that goes into the premium blend of Bushmills® Black Bush®, #BlackBushStories celebrates those who challenge traditional thinking in their fields and live outside the box. A passion for traditional craft and a knack for creating rich products with modern functionality makes Jason – who is on a journey to modernise his family’s ancestral legacy in leather 62

craft – one of Ireland’s most noteworthy emerging artists. The collaboration forms part of the immersive event series which tells the stories of independent, spirited and extraordinary talent across Ireland and aims to inspire others to follow their own passions – whatever they may be.

The ‘Black Bush and Leatherwork’ interactive event will open with Paul delivering an educational tasting session on some of Bushmills’ best-loved whiskeys, sharing the history and heritage of the iconic Irish brand. Attendees will then have the opportunity to hear about Jason’s story and partake in a leatherwork masterclass where each guest will make and take home their own initialled leather coaster and bookmark. Specially-created Black Bush drinks will also be served throughout the evening.

As part of the collaboration, Jason has created a limited edition ‘Bushmills x Father’s Father’ leather hip flask made from a single piece of full grain vegetable tanned leather. The essential companion for whiskey enthusiasts, ten of these limited edition hip flasks are available to win at blackbushstories.com.

To register for ‘Black Bush and Leatherwork’ and to hear more about Jason’s story, visit blackbushstories.com. To join in the conversation and keep up to date with the #BlackBushStories series, follow Bushmills Irish Whiskey on social media.

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