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Halford & Homes We follow the story of three friends who came together to grow their own Estate Agent business from the ground up.

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November has arrived and we are welcoming the hat, scarf and gloves weather. The Christmas to-do lists are growing and the Remembrance Poppies are coming out. We have worked together with small independent businesses in Plymouth to bring you our ‘Spend Local in Plymouth This Christmas’ guide. Find everything on your Christmas list and more this year by supporting your local businesses. (Pages 21-24) We have a few business profiles in store for you this November. Three great friends came together to make their dream a reality and started their own Estate Agent company from the ground up called Halford and Homes. We caught up with James, Helen and Leah, 2 ½ years later to see how they are getting on. (Pages 8-9) Originally called Treat: Beauty and Gifts, Julie and Hilary have decided to rebrand their shop B!#@*in’ Beauty and to redirect the businesses’ focus towards the beauty salon. The rebrand was the first step and their next step is recruiting more therapists. If you are a qualified therapist on the lookout for a new job in a loving and friendly company, this might be exactly what you are searching for. (Pages 16-17) New owners of The Imperial, Ivybridge are bringing the community spirit back to the pub as well as fresh, local food and consistently great beer. (Pages 26-27) We have been busy sampling the very best advent calendars of 2020. From chocolate to candles, beauty to beer, there is something for everyone! (Pages 32-34) We hope you enjoy this issue. Have a wonderful November!

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This is a story of how three great friends who once worked at different branches of an Estate Agent came together to grow their own business from the ground up. James, Helen and Leah; never lost touch with each other despite travelling to the other side of the world and it’s that strong friendship and bond that has helped to grow one of the most successful Estate Agencies currently operating in Plymouth. Starting a business with friends sounds like a risk doesn’t it? However, doing something you love with your best friends will never feel like work and this is the reason why on the 2nd May 2018, Halford and Homes opened its doors to the public!

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It’s not just a job, it’s a life choice, and what a great choice it was” Said James

The three young Estate Agents all met after working at the same large company, though neighbouring branches in and around Plymouth. Bouncing off the same energy, James, Helen and Leah all became very close friends from the moment they met and kept in contact wherever they decided to go in the world. In 2006, both Leah and Helen went travelling around the globe for a year. After falling in love with the country Helen decided to move and work in Australia in 2008, however being so far away from her friends and family took its toll and Helen flew back after a year down under and settled back into a similar position working on the customer service side of estate agency but from her home office. After a short while Helen felt a longing to meet with her clients and interact with the customers as well as her work colleagues and did not fit well with work isolation.

Whilst Leah and Helen were exploring the World, James in the meantime carried on working but had started to lean towards the corporate side of the business and dealt more with lettings. James wanted to avoid the larger Estate Agent companies as he believes their mentality is focused solely towards making numbers, selling mortgages, ticking a box and at the end of the day, James knows that there is more to a successful business than just ticking a box, which is why he jokingly repeated to Helen,

venture. The dotted line was signed and James officially opened the doors to Halford and Homes in May 2018. There were many logistics that came with setting up the business and obstacles to overcome but with Helen’s help, they hit the ground running. Fortunately James was well known within the industry and many of his previous clients naturally approached him to manage their rental portfolios which meant their income within the first six months was predominantly from lettings. However, the balance soon shifted to property sales as this is where their passions lie which, in turn, is what drives the business to continually succeed.

‘Oh I’d love to do it myself one day.’

You may be wondering about Leah now. Leah never felt left out as it was always part of the plan for Leah to join the team as soon as their finances allowed it. As the business grew, Leah joined her fellow friends on the 1st birthday of Halford and Homes, in June 2019. Working part-time to begin with, helping with the social media and marketing.

James had been keeping an eye out for the right premises for a while and it just so happened that the right one came up in Peverell. So, over a spot of lunch, a large bottle of bubbly and many persuasive verbs later, James managed to get Helen on board to support him with his new

All three of their roles within the team can overlap, and as a result they will always be assisting each other which is one of the reasons they work so well together. Helen works primarily on the after-sales, Leah works on the marketing and James leads the sales, viewings and valuations.

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Owner and Founder: James Halford James’ mum, Pauline, also helps out with the company as and when they need an extra hand. Pauline is experienced with surveyors and deals with the finances so she is very well equipped to provide the extra help. As previously mentioned, James likes to steer away from the large companies, which is what makes them unique to clients. While Halford and Homes are a small, independent business, this does not mean they compromise on experience and knowledge. In fact, it is quite the opposite. James and Helen have both been in the property industry for 15-18 years and both have a lot of experience under their belt. Whereas, larger companies will tend to hire more people who may only have a few years’ worth of experience to offer their clients. The three have built this company from the ground up and they would not have done that if they weren’t confident and good at what they do. Estate Agents can sometimes receive a negative persona that they don’t care about the individual client and they only think about the money game. Well that couldn’t be further from the truth when it comes to Halford and Homes. When Halford and Homes are faced with a house they need to sell, they are in it with the client right until the end. It is just as important to look after yourselves when owning your own business and not just your customers. The team strike a great work-life balance which means they are happier and healthier in themselves which also reflects across to their clients. And, as I previously mentioned, their friendship is so close that work never feels like work. A unique element to Halford and Homes

is that they conduct online housing auctions. Due to the pandemic, this is something that has been adapted and it is working extremely well. People have this perception of auctions selling for under the guide price however; the Halford & Homes team have found that not to be the case. They have seen one of their listed properties, in particular, go for £20,000 above market value and the majority will sell for the guide price. This way of buying is a forgotten concept to many however it is one that involves no hassle and very little of your time. As soon as the hammer has dropped, contracts are exchanged and then the process starts instantly. The vender gets to put their feet up and the buyer has 60 days to complete the deal. It really is as easy at that. The current housing market at the moment is very promising and Halford and Homes are doing better than ever. House prices for 3-bed properties with gardens are rising due to people being encouraged to work from home. A lot of customers are waiting for the house prices to drop dramatically however, James says that while new homes are still being built then the demand is still there, therefore, house prices will not drop. Face-to-face house viewings are still in occurrence however, facemasks and gloves are to be worn, a questionnaire is to be filled out and no more than 6 people are allowed in the house at any one time. Whilst Virtual Tours are available to buyers, James would always encourage the buyer to have face-to-face viewing prior to agreeing a purchase as buying a house is a huge decision and one not to be made lightly. James has a great skill of advising clients on how they can make money on their

house before selling. This is entirely down to the property and its location. Once the property has been valued, James will give his honest opinion on where the vendors can make their money. This might mean not changing anything if they know it needs work, it still might not change the value of it if the area is good. Valuing a property at the right price is key to its success and that is another one of James’ brilliant skills. He believes that any house should sell within 4 weeks and if it hasn’t, then it’s at the wrong price. Halford and Homes are honest and want the best for their clients which is why they get recommended so highly. The team have brilliant local knowledge that they always share with their clients. They are happy to advise on local schools and get to know the clients hobbies and interests to recommend areas based on lifestyle. Something that larger Estate Agents don’t always have the time for. We always ask our interviewees where they would like to see their business in 5 years, however, it is so clear to us that within the 45 minutes that we interviewed the three of them, at this moment, they wouldn’t change a thing. Working alongside your friends, having time for family life, enjoying your career and shaping your own business is what most of us would call ‘the dream’. It is James’, Helen’s and Leah’s reality so why would they change it? Three genuine friends that went their separate ways over the years, have finally all come together and are here to provide you with a trustworthy, experienced service from people who really do care about you.

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emembrance Day, also known as Armistice Day, marks the end of World War I in 1918. On the 11th hour, on the 11th day, on the 11th month, WWI came to an end. From this day forward, we hold a 2-minute silence to remember those who fought and sacrificed their lives for our countryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s freedom. The whole country holds a silence to think and appreciate every soldier from not just WWI, but every war, for us to be here today. In the United Kingdom, we hold the 2-minute silence on the 11th of November to remember the fallen. However, in 1956, the British Government replaced Armistice day and moved the Remembrance observance to the second Sunday in November. This was declared after WWII to honour participants who fought or contributed in both wars. This is now known as Remembrance Sunday. In 2020, this will occur on the 8th of November. Remembrance Sunday is when the ceremony officially takes place along with another 2-minute silence.

drastic measures have had to be taken to make sure this ceremony can still take place. Despite this, we are still encouraged to hold our own remote or socially distanced Remembrance activity, for example, the 2-minute silence or watching the service on the television. If you would like to have your own ceremony to remember a special someone, you can order a wreath for your service from the British Legion website, www.britishlegion.org.uk In Plymouth, Remembrance Day is particularly important due to its strong military history. With its location near the Royal Navy base, Royal Marines and the RAF base, most residents know someone currently serving in these Armed Forces. Remembrance Day allows the people of Plymouth to commemorate those currently serving or those who have sadly lost their lives, fighting for our country.

During WWII, Plymouth suffered devastation from the bombings. Their main target was Devonport however, other areas of Plymouth were severely affected. Nearly every civic building was ruined including places of worship and schools. Most of these were re-built however, one building still stands as a reminder of the Plymouth Blitz in 1941 which is Charles Church, located on the roundabout opposite Drakes Circus. The remains of the Church after being bombed lie as a constant symbol of Remembrance in the city. The bombings caused unstoppable fires that could be seen as far as Exeter and deep into Cornwall. Many different memorial plaques, statues and monuments are situated across Plymouth to remember this devastating time. A few being on the Hoe and under the Belvedere Wedding Cake.

The current pandemic will not put a halt to the memorial event, but it may look considerably different compared to previous years. On Sunday in London, the annual Remembrance Sunday March would usually take place around the Cenotaph in London. Due to Covid-19, this will not take be able to take place this year. This decision has been taken by the Government to help protect the health of those who may have taken part. However, the National Service at the Cenotaph will still be going ahead as a private ceremony. This will still be broadcasted to the nation. The National Service has been held at the Cenotaph for almost 100 years therefore,

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Remembrance Sunday in Plymouth would usually take place on the Hoe, gathering by the Merchant Navy Memorial, the National Armada Memorial, Plymouth Naval Memorial and Royal Air Force and Allied Air Forces monument. It will be slightly different this year because of Covid-19 restrictions. The ceremony has unfortunately been cancelled due to the crowds of people it attracts. Instead, online streaming will take place of the service located at HMS Drake, attended by the Lord Mayor of Plymouth. This will be shared through the Plymouth City Council social media channels on Sunday.

towards vital funds to the British Legion. Poppies will still be sold in most major outlets across Plymouth however, you may not get the Poppies in the Post this year due to social distancing guidelines.

The Plymouth Hoe promenade is specifically dedicated to military parades, displays and commemorations which is located directly in front of these memorial statues that overlook the Plymouth Sound. This is where the Remembrance Sunday March would usually take place. This year, the Royal British Legion has made efforts to educate children from key-stages 1-4 about Remembrance Day and its history in our country. Resources will be sent out to school across the UK with the aim that every child within the UK understands the importance of Remembrance. With their best efforts, they hope that teachers can cooperate with this scheme to ensure that Remembrance is something that doesn’t just stop once you finish school. They would like to remind us of the similar experiences that people went through during WWI and WWII compared with the Covid-19 pandemic. The poppy has become a defining symbol of remembrance since 1921 when The Royal British Legion organised the ‘poppy appeal’ to remember those who had fallen in the ‘Great War’. The poppy itself stemmed from the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’ written by Canadian doctor, Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae following the death of his friend and brother in arms. There are several different metaphors for the poppy but the overall story comes from the battleground of Flanders Field where poppies became abundant. The blood-red colour has long symbolised blood spilt during conflict but also hope for the future. A poppy is worn, but is not compulsory, during November and at all ceremonies to show your support to the Armed Forces community. When purchasing a poppy, the money goes

The collection of wearable poppies goes much further than the tradition paper pin. With choices of pins, brooches and badges, to home accessories, kitchen & dining, pet accessories, bags and so much more! Head to the poppy shop as part of The British Legion at www.poppyshop.org.uk The Remembrance Sunday service allows for a moment where we can pause from our fast-paced lives to appreciate the soldiers, nurses and many civilians that fought and lost their lives for our country’s freedom. We can pay our respects for them by honouring the 2-minute silence and by wearing a poppy. To make a personal tribute to a loved one or just to pay your respects to all, The Royal British Legion has a ‘Virtual Field of Remembrance’. The overwhelmingly large field shares hundreds of messages from loved ones, each with their own cross and poppy. This year, more than ever, we need to do our bit to make sure the poppy appeal funds don’t get affected by the changes we have had to make from Covid-19. Every poppy counts and each donation makes a huge difference to the lives of our Armed Forces.

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With the devastating effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, we have been reminded of the sacrifices made during the Great Wars. Plymouth has a prominent history relating to the Armed Forces and the Great War. The Box, museum is a great place to find out more about Plymouth’s history with their large archive and photo album. For other information about Remembrance Day, its history and how to get involved, head to their website www.britishlegion.org.uk or you can visit your local Royal British Legion branch.

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Two strong businesswomen whose friendship jelled over the past few years, have come together to make their dream a reality. By combining 2 business passions into one outlet, a salon and a shop combined, this double opportunity presents a unique yet distinctive ambience together with a sublime experience whilst ensuring great customer service. With a focus towards progressing the business forward, they have decided to rebrand their shop to ‘B!#@*in Beauty’ however, still making it recognisable for their longstanding loyal customers. With this rebrand, they are looking to expand their salon by growing the treatment’s side of the business so expansion in staff recruitment is a main focus.

or Julie Jeffs and Hilary Cragg customer satisfaction and wellbeing come first above anything else. This stems from their personal backgrounds, working with people struggling with mental health and human rights throughout their working lives. Julie has been self-employed for over 20 years as a psychotherapist and owns her own training program. She progressed her career as a business entrepreneur, always seeking new opportunities to get stuck in to. Julie also organises her own mindfulness and meditation retreats on top of everything else. Hilary has been working as a human rights lawyer for Nash & Co for many years, working with elderly and disabled clients. Much like Julie, she prefers to keep herself busy, and as a result she has managed to write a book about dementia. Julie and Hilary originally met at a monthly self-developing group and hit it off from the word go. In 2018, they both went on holiday to Morocco together after a cancellation of plans, this holiday brought their relationship up to a very strong friendship, which has been stronger than ever since. This particular business venture was originally investigated by Julie to begin with after searching for something new to undertake. She spoke with the owner at the time, they came up with a deal and transfer of the business was done in March 2019, 1 month after enquiring. Julie and Hilary had never envisaged working together as business partners, yet they both thought

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it could be an exciting adventure to go on with a great friend. After hearing the news that Julie was going ahead with the business idea, Hilary said “Oh, I’d quite like to be part of that!” And with that they took over Treat: Beauty & Gifts.

obvious that it is a beauty salon as well and share their love of this business with more people. A change of name is the first step, and due to the rapid expansion, the next step is recruiting more brilliant therapists to join their team.

Once purchased they re-opened the salon and shop to the public 10 only days later, on Julie’s Birthday to be exact! A few changes were made with the stock they purchased but nothing major was altered.

As it stands, their team consists of 4 retail staff members, Julie and Hilary, the directors and Donna, their parttime therapist. To apply for the vacancy as therapist in this friendly company, contact them via their Facebook page @TreatPlymouth or give them a call on 01752 222777

As soon as they had re-opened, their very first customer came in and said “Thank god you’re still here! Don’t ever change a thing, it’s amazing, I love this place!”. The shop itself has been in Peverell for 11 years therefore, all of the locals know about it and they know its uniqueness of being both a gift shop and a beauty salon. Julie and Hilary’s aims are not to make it unrecognisable for those who already love the shop, they would simply like to develop both the shop and make it

Due to Julie and Hilary’s busy lifestyle, they are unable to spend much time working on the shop floor or not as much as they would have liked too. They focus primarily on the stock and the behind the scenes work because they believe that if you have the business side in order, then everything else simply falls into place. This is where their brilliant and welcoming staff come in, treating every customer with respect and attention

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Donna, the therapist at work which is how they stand out above large retail companies.

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They have a sustainable outlook to support the planet and their local community by sourcing products from small, local companies. A lot of the products they have on offer are relatively rare due to this reason. When Julie or Hilary go on holiday, they will also try to source something they find in independent shops all across the world. This means that a lot of their products are limited or one-offs, therefore “When it’s gone, it’s gone!” Caring for the environment is key to the success of the business at the current time and it really is the way forward, therefore, they have sourced chemically friendly beauty products for all of their treatments.

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If you are highly qualified in all of these areas and are looking for a happy, friendly company to work for, give them a call. The run-up to Christmas can be a stressful time, so treat yourself with a relaxing treatment and whilst you’re there, what better place to buy some Christmas gifts than your local, sustainable gift shop! To book a treatment, head to their Facebook page and send them a message or give them a phone call on 01752 222777. If you fancy going into the store for a browse and having a chat with the lovely staff members and then decide to book an appointment,

During the lockdown from Covid-19, beauty salons were unable to reopen for a while after most other businesses. This affected their company; however, their customer’s safety is paramount and they have adapted accordingly to ensure everyone’s safety. When customers come in, they are asked to hand sanitise and facemasks are worn by everyone unless they have a valid reason not to or if the treatment is facial. Donna, their therapist wears a facemask and a face shield and will hand-sanitise her hands before and after each client, as well as clean the therapy room between clients. A lot of people have come back after the lockdown restrictions because they miss that social interaction with people, they miss being touched. This can be fundamental to people struggling with mental health issues that have been heightened by the pandemic. They want it to feel like an experience from the moment the door opens. Hilary had a couple come into the store a while ago and the gentleman took a seat and got his phone out as he felt out of place. After

tending to the woman, Hilary asked the man if he would like a cup of tea and he appeared shocked. Hilary then said “I’ll put the kettle on, you tell me about the last holiday you went on.” And after that, the gentleman said to his wife, “Babe, you take as long as you want!” Hilary believes it really is that simple to make someone feel happy and welcome in their shop. Looking towards the future, they strive to ensure every customer walks out of the store happy and nurtured. They wish to have multiple branches across Devon and Cornwall and they are even thinking about setting up their own skincare range and selling it at their shops. A welcoming approach and smiling staff members are paramount to their business and how it is successful. This is the most important thing to Julie and Hilary and ‘That is why it is a business owned by a psychotherapist and a human rights lawyer.’

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MOVEMBER It’s about to get hairy this month! Grow a moustache this November and raise money for men’s health. Men are dying too young and it is time to speak up.

he origins of Movember lies in the hands of two mates from Australia back in 2003. It began with a relaxed beer in a bar in Fitzroy when they began to talk about fashion trends. The moustache came into the topic and they joked about bringing it back into fashion. Inspired by a friend’s mother who had been fundraising for breast cancer, they decided to raise money for men’s health and prostate cancer by all growing moustaches. They devised a campaign and emailed it to people they thought might take up the challenge. 30 guys responded and took to the challenge with great enthusiasm. A year later, in 2004, it became a formalised concept where more people grew their moustache for a great cause. The campaign is essentially to grow a moustache from the 1st to the 30th November and to get sponsored doing so. These funds raised will go towards mental health & suicide prevention, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. If growing a moustache isn’t easy for you or if you are female and want to help, there are lots of other ways to raise money.

Move For Movember where you run or walk 60km over the month for the 60 men we lose to suicide every hour across the world. Host A Mo-ment and gather together some friends, virtually or in-person and do something fun and easy. For inspiration and information on how to host your own event, visit www.uk.movember.com Or you can always Mo Your Own Way by completing your own challenge whether it’s a physical one or kicking a bad habit.

This goes the other way too. Talk to your friends, ask them how they really are. You don’t have to be an expert psychologist to be able to make a huge and potentially life-changing difference. Make sure you are aware of when you should be getting a PSA test. 50 is the age when you should be speaking to your doctor about prostate cancer and 45 if you are black or have a brother or father with prostate cancer. You should be getting to know what’s normal for your testicles. This way you can visit the doctor when something doesn’t feel quite right. There is a comical video created by the charity called ‘know thy nuts’ to find out exactly what you should be checking for. Lastly, it is important to pack in lots of exercises and keep active. This can have brilliant effects on your mental well-being, not to mention your physical health. For any more information about Movember and how to get involved, visit their website,

It is important not to forget the reasons behind the moustaches. On average, men die 6 years earlier than women, this is a global statistic. This is largely preventable which means we have to speak up now to change this.

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There are many different ways to prevent this statistic for example. Talk with friends but make sure these are people who make you feel good about yourself. You are more likely to open up to people who you are comfortable around. But it is also important to enjoy the time spent with friends, having a laugh and doing something fun.

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SPEND LOCALLY IN PLYMOUTH THIS CHRISTMAS Whilst you are writing your Christmas list this year, have a little think about how you could help out your local business, to give them the Christmas they deserve. After all, Christmas is the time for giving and spreading joy to all!

he growing trend of 2020 is to support your local businesses because the high street shops struggle to compete with large scale companies. Independent businesses have their place in our economy and play a very important role. Firstly, if we didn’t support them, our high street would be looking very bare, and secondly, they are actually better for the economy of your community. It has been proven that if you spend as little as £10 with your local independent shop, up to £50 goes back into the local community. This is primarily because a local shop owner will be putting the money they earned into other local businesses such as pubs & restaurants, which in turn circulates the money around the community. Thinking outside of the box when it comes to independent shops is key and this typically means they will be more pleasantly surprised when receiving the unusual gift! Photo gifts can be a great way to cherish the precious moments of the family. Check out Plympton Photoshop this Christmas for all your personalised gifts from Canvas prints to Mugs and everything in-between! They have some Christmas special offers too. There is a large selection of photo frames, gifts and accessories instore and no need to worry about parking as there is 2 hours free parking nearby. You can also order online to collect instore or they can deliver! The events industry is notably struggling due to the pandemic so if you are planning a ‘covid-secure’ event during the Christmas period, don’t forget about the photographers and videographers! We recommend Skymind Studios for all things camera and design! I personally prefer to see unique shops on the high street where I don’t quite know what to expect when I walk in, rather than the chains that you see everywhere. You also tend to find items that are rare or exclusive to that particular shop which can make the experience even more special. Seeing lots of independent shops on the high street gives the place character and in turn, attracts visitors and tourists from all over the world. It can be a real breath of fresh air when you turn down a street and you don’t recognise a single shop front. A little splash of colour here and a unique shop front there and you’ve got yourself a new tourist hot spot! Speaking of which, blame LILY has certainly brought a splash of independent glamour to The Broadway, Plymstock. OM had the pleasure of visiting their shop and interviewing the lovely family responsible for giving The Broadway the facelift it needed! Jewellery specialists, Carole and Graham, stock a wide range of Sterling Silver and costume jewellery, watches, beautiful clothing and handbags, quirky homewares, shoes and gifts. Perfect for treating your loved ones this Christmas! They also have a great selection of men’s gifts.

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If you are looking for something a little different this month, we recommend you check out the unique artists at Cedarwood Arts. They are an independent, handcrafted online art shop based in Elburton. They specialise in bespoke woodwork which you can get personalised for a special someone. Independent shops are healthier for the environment. Most small shops these days are very picky (but in a good way) about how their stock is shipped and what type of packaging is used. These small, yet important, details are what we need for a sustainable future. It may mean paying slightly more for a similar product you may find at a supermarket, however, the long-term benefits on the environment and of the quality of the product are a no brainer! There is a wide range of activity-based gifts that you can treat your loved ones to this winter.

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Local yoga classes for everybody Sophie is a qualified adult, kids & family yoga teacher based in Plymouth Public classes being held at Yoga Blend, Royal William Yard, The Terrace Café & Bar & Wilcove Village Hall Weekly online classes available Sophie's classes are meaningful, challenging, yet accessible & fun. They will leave you feeling both strong & relaxed. All welcome from beginners to seasoned yogis

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Puffing Billy Cycles offers a range of electric bikes to help tackle Plymouth’s nasty hills. This could be a brilliant gift for a loved one who wants to get their confidence back with cycling! This particular experience might be worth thinking about in December when you need a bit of ‘me time’ to relax from all of this Christmas shopping. Palm Tree Yoga offers yoga sessions in different spots in and around Plymouth. Sophie from Palm Tree Yoga makes yoga fun and provides great days out, for example, Beach Yoga, SUP Yoga, Yoga on the Hoe or Yoga and Breakfast, this could make a brilliant gift for the ‘yogis’ in the family! With a Gym membership as a gift, this could be just what is needed to kickstart your motivation. What better gym to go to then Fort Stamford Health and Fitness? They have taken Covid-19 seriously with high-tech equipment to ensure its premises are ‘covid-secure’. Although it’s convenient, online shopping plays havoc to independent shop owners as the big brands tend to show up first on a Google search. But picture this - it’s a frosty morning, the sun is shining and the frost is beginning to melt. You step out in your winter coat, gloves and woolly hat and take a stroll down your local high street. Grab a coffee and a delicious treat from your local barista, we recommend St Stephens Bakery. They offer a wide variety of sweet treats as well as a catering service which is perfect for a little Christmas gathering (but remember it’s no more than 6 people!)

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THINK LOCAL Most independent shops have beautiful Christmas window displays. You walk in, you hear the bell ding and the warm air hits your rosy cheeks. The shop keeper welcomes you with a smile. All of these senses are not possible with online shopping and, to me, this is one of the best feelings and best ways to get into the Christmas spirit! Nimrif RC boasts all of the excitement of waking up on Christmas morning with an incredible range of remote-controlled vehicles. From boats and planes to cars and lorries, there is everything you need at this shop in Plympton for a great, long-lasting gift! They also offer services and repairs! We had the opportunity to visit Nimrif RC and interview the man in charge of this exciting shop.

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Since they are local, this means that less pollution is caused as people can easily walk to them. Independent shops tend to be those you can spend hours in, browsing their unusual products which means you are more likely to walk and take your time.

Fletcher’s Restaurant is a family run business that offers a relaxed fine dining experience, serving beautifully fresh and local food. Rated 5 stars on Tripadvisor

In the run-up to Christmas, there are a lot of things to think about besides just the presents. Firstly, if you are wanting to take the stress off the big day, why not try leaving your Christmas meal in the capable hands of Fletcher’s Restaurant? They have a delicious A La Carte Christmas menu for you to enjoy and if you would like something more exclusive to you, they also have the option for private hire of the restaurant. This is to be enquired in advance so they can make sure your evening is perfect!

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Unit 2, Quay Point, The Barbican, Plymouth, PL1 2LS If you are on the hunt for the perfect Christmas gift and happen to be on The Barbican, don’t forget to grab your very own slice of Greek street food at The Greek! With authentic Greek Souvlaki wraps, salads and grilled halloumi, what’s not to love! They also offer a very tempting Belgian hot chocolate to take the chill off of the crisp, sea air. The global pandemic has notably affected the economy but it isn’t too late. Now is as good a time as ever to help out your local businesses. Think outside of the box when it comes to small businesses because not all of them are on our high streets. Some are just a phone call away! Everybody knows that the oven can get very messy after a big Christmas turkey roast and the cleaning up can be a big job. So do your elbows a favour this year and call the Oven Wizards to get it looking sparkling! There is no such thing as ‘too clean’ when the Oven Wizards get to work!

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If you are planning to have family or friends around for the big day, make the inside gorgeously festive and clean but don’t neglect the outside! Still Window Cleaning is a local service of window cleaners who will have your windows looking brand new in no time. A few Christmas fairy lights later and the front of your house has been transformed! And for all things tree and plant-related, talk to the team at The Tree Surgery Company today to get your garden looking lovely this winter. The current pandemic has cut thousands of jobs in the UK already. Surprisingly, compared to large chain companies, small independent companies employ more people nationally. This means that more jobs are available if we can keep these independent companies running!

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It’s starting to get chillier as we are approaching the winter months, therefore, it’s time to start paying more attention to your boiler. Tru-Tech Heating provides high-level technical servicing and repairs as well as quality heating installations and energyefficient upgrades. So, you can rest easy on Christmas eve knowing that even though it might be cold outside, inside your home will be nice and toasty. Save a little extra money this year so you can give your loved ones the Christmas they deserve. Have a browse on Utility Warehouse and save time by getting all of your home services in one, simple, monthly bill.

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Having a healthy outlook on spending your money locally can do more than just keep that particular business running. The local economy, appearance of high streets and the environment are all brilliant benefits from supporting independent businesses, so do your bit and keep them going! We hope you have a very merry shopping experience this year and remember to stay safe and think local!

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DRINKING AND DINING Local Directory Bars & Cocktail The Treasury Annabel’s Le Vignoble The Slug and Lettuce The Refectory The Gin Sanctuary Seco Lounge The Blues Bar & Grill Barbican Botanics Gin The Bottling Plant Honky Tonk

Pub food Catherine Street, Plymouth Vauxhall Street, Plymouth Royal William Yard, Plymouth Berkeley Square, Plymouth 60 Southside St, Plymouth 140 Vauxhall St, Plymouth Royal William Yard, Plymouth 8 The Parade, The Barbican 38 New St, Plymouth 5 Southside Street, Plymouth 2 N E Quay, Sutton Harbour

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ASIAN RESTURANTS Buffet City The Red Lantern The Wet Wok Dragon City China Chef Takeaway Jasmin Restaurant Silver Dragon Yungs Carry Out East Eat Shapla Balti Cusine Plympton Spice Nibana The Eastern Eye Mombay Brasserie Ganges and Gurkha Himalayan Spice Papa Raj The Thai House Bengal Flavour Wagamama Kuku Sushi & Robata Sizzall B-Bar Suphas Tea and Bun

1 St Andrews Cross, Plymouth 57 North Hill, Plymouth 75 Hoe Road, Plymouth Glen Rd, Plymouth 3 Seymour Rd, Plympton 3 Buckland Terrace, Yelverton 255 Dean Cross Rd, Plymouth 39 Lopes Rd, Plymouth 18 Barne Rd, Plymouth 137 Ridgeway, Plymouth 151 Ridgeway, Plymouth 9 Morshead Rd, Crownhill 57 Notte St, Plymouth Penrose House, Plymouth 36 Bretonside, Plymouth 31 New St, Plymouth 41 Springfield Rd, Plymouth 63 Notte St, Plymouth 18 Buckwell St, Plymouth Royal William Yard, Plymouth 19 Princess St, Plymouth 15 Derrys Cross, Plymouth The Barbican Theatre, Plymouth Sutton Harbour, Plymouth 135 Cornwall St, Plymouth

EUROPEAN RESTAURANTS La Bistrot Pierre La Roux Café Meze Grill Grecian Taverna Zeus The Leandra Lanterns Kapadokya Lorenzos Maritimo Zuzimo Positano Barbican Pasta Bar Il Capriccio Prezzo Frankie & Benny’s Pizza Express Wildwood The Stable Knead Pizza Bill’s Nando’s Samphire (V) Bella Italia Fletcher’s

Royal William Yard, Plymouth 33 Notte St, Plymouth 48 Southside St, Plymouth 9 Market Avenue, Plymouth 150-152 Cornwall St, Plymouth 19-21 Frankfort Gate, Plymouth 88 Cornwall St, Plymouth 12 New Street, Plymouth 26 Derrys Cross, Plymouth Hoe Rd, Plymouth 153 Vauxhall St, Plymouth 36-38 Mayflower St, Plymouth 40 Southside St, Plymouth 4 Frankfort Gate, Plymouth Royal William Yard, Plymouth Barbican Leisure Park,Plymouth 16 Barbican Approach, Plymouth 3 Derrys Cross, Plymouth Vauxhall Street, Plymouth 151-156 Cornwall St, Plymouth 1 Charles St, Plymouth 15-21 Old Town St, Plymouth 111 Mayflower St, Plymouth 30 - 33 Derrys Cross, Plymouth 27 Princess Street, Plymouth

Latin AMERICAN RESTAURANTS Turtle Bay Arribas

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Rose and Crown The Imperial The Boringdon Arms The Three Crowns The Chaddlewood The Elburton Inn The Fishermans Arms The Jack Rabbit The Miners Arms The Royal Oak The Ship Inn The Ship The George Inn The Navy Inn The Odd Wheel The Mussel Inn The Brook Inn The Waterfront Eddystone Inn

Market Street, Yealmpton 28 Western Road, Ivybridge Boringdon Terrace, Plympton 11 The Parade, Plymouth 100 Glen Road, Plympton 221 Elburton Road, Plymstock 31 Lambhay St, Plymouth 8-9 Howeston Road, Plymouth Hemerdon Ln, Plympton Meavy, Yelverton Noss Mayo, South Devon The Barbican, Plymouth 191 Ridgeway, Plymouth 34 Southside St, Plymouth Knighton Rd, Wembury Down Thomas, Plymouth 33 Longbrook St, Plymouth 9 Grand Parade, Plymouth Heybrook Dr, Heybrook Bay

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FISH AND SEAFOOD RESTAURANTS 21 Sutton Harbour, Plymouth The Harbour 3 Sutton Harbour, Plymouth Rockfish Seafood & Pasta Bar 10 Quay Rd, Plymouth The Village Restaurant 32 Southside St, Plymouth 35 Southside St, Plymouth Harbourside 2-4 Commercial Wharf, Plymouth The Boathouse 11 St Stephen Rd, Plymouth Plym Fish Bar 6 Glen Rd, Plymouth Kingfisher 58 Faringdon Rd, Plymouth Atlantic Fryers 12 The Barbican, Plymouth Platters Fishbone Restaurant 1 William Prance Rd, Plymouth 12-13 Madeira Rd, Plymouth Pier Masters house

TRADITIONAL RESTAURANTS The Chancel The Artillery Tower The Greedy Goose Rock Salt Salumi The Fig Tree @ 36 Quay 33 St Elizabeth’s House Barbican Steakhouse Barbican Kitchen Fusion Restaurant Jolly Jacks Kitley House Steve’s Brasserie The Bridge Miller & Carter The Dock The Foxhound Inn Heaven Cosmic Kitchen

CAFES Prime Cafe Bar The Flower Cafe Boston Tea Party Rhubarb & Mustard Ground Coffee House Koffiehuis Hive Cafe Caffeine Club Chocaccino The Woolwell Centre Lemon Tree Cafe Cobblers and Coffee

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Craig and Anna, the new landlords of The Imperial, Ivybridge, are delighted to welcome customers old & new. Their passion is to offer great beer, locally source ingredients for delicious homemade food in a warm, friendly atmosphere. They are a couple who grasp every opportunity that comes their way and have overcome several obstacles to be here with an aim to add to the community spirit of Ivybridge.

nna grew up in Ivybridge, very close to the Imperial so has very fond memories of the pub. A fantastic, hard working couple named Phil and Ali ran the Imp for 11 years when Anna was a child. There were several families with children the same age as Anna & her sisters, including Phil & Ali’s. The children would run havoc in the large beer garden, the mums chatting away & the dads ensuring the quality of the beer was the usual high standard! Fast forward several years... Craig completed a cookery course in Ireland to then go onto a 6-month course at Ashburton Chefs Academy, confirming his love for cooking & for Devon. The like minded, free-spirited couple got on so well, Anna left dental nursing for a new challenge, which led to three years building themselves as a great team on the Isles of Scilly.

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When they heard The Imperial was back up for grabs, it didn’t take them long to mull over & start their new adventure! After a week of hard work, giving the pub a facelift & designing their own menu, they opened their doors. Both Craig & Anna are selfless people, they have helped others along their journey, and this generosity has come back to reward them as they have had a vast network of family & friends, helping them to get the pub open & continue to support them in many ways. The Imperial was built in 1854 which makes it one of the oldest pubs in Ivybridge, although not settling with this name until the following century. Upon visiting the pub, from the outside, you are completely unaware of the space it has inside, not to mention the enormous beer garden hidden out the back. This pub boasts the biggest beer garden in

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Owners Craig and Anna Ivybridge which becomes packed in the summertime with a lively and friendly atmosphere. The spacious restaurant gives even more room next to the bar area. After a blustery walk, stop by The Imperial as there is always a roaring fire to warm you up, thanks to Ivybridge Logs and A & P Wood Services. Take a seat on a nicely spaced table or the sofa adjacent to the fire to enjoy a hot brew or cared for beer and flavourful homemade food on a cold winter’s day. Full of character and charm, with Tudor beams overhead and old wall hangings, this pub makes you feel as if you have travelled back in time. Bringing that character back is a goal of Anna’s. Reflecting the community of Ivybridge is another priority for Anna and Craig, which is why they were over the moon when Phil and Ali passed down to them an old painting of an Ivybridge character who often frequented the

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pub. Locals still remember him to this day and relish him when they see his portrait hung up in its original place. Being sustainable and supporting local businesses is something that Anna and Craig are very passionate about. Their menu changes frequently which means they will be sourcing seasonal ingredients from local suppliers wherever possible. Having worked at Riverford Field Kitchen, Craig has been inspired to actively reduce plastic and general waste. During our interview, Craig kindly offered to cook us some sweet chilli beef, BBQ chicken wings and falafels which you can order as part of their sharing platters. As we were digging into the mouth-watering food, Craig began to tell us about how everything is made from scratch by Craig himself, even down to the BBQ sauce. We were so shocked as, (and Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m not being biased), it was the best BBQ sauce I have ever tasted. The sweet chilli beef was so tender and cooked to perfection with a light chilli sauce, topped with sesame seeds. The falafels were packed full of flavour in every bite, presented on a bed of salad leaves with a homemade herb sauce. Each dish was beautifully presented but didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t feel too fancy or fussy, just rustic simplicity. They have designed this menu from scratch and in doing so, they have devised the perfect ever-changing menu designed for people who want great, hearty food, sourced locally, created by a chef who truly cares about what they present to the customers and at an affordable price. They have certainly

persuaded us to come back for more delicious food! Craig enjoys cooking a variety of foods, especially with his South African influence, which he will bring to the menu along with plant based meals, packed full of flavour & goodness, & fresh fish dishes adapted from their time on Bryher. Looking to the future, they want to offer great local guest ales with the Cask Marque on the door and a great friendly ambience. They want to become more involved in the community by doing what they can to help promote local businesses. They have even sourced hanging baskets from a local shop and paintings from a local artist for their decorations. Anna and her fantastic front of house team ensure that a friendly welcome and a warm homely feel is what you will

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SEASONAL & VEGetarian Recipe ideas It’s Veg Pledge month! Go vegetarian this month to raise money for Cancer Research UK! Source locally and shop inseason. We have gathered together some delicious seasonal and veggie recipes to warm the cockles and keep you healthy during the colder months.

beetroot hummus (Serves 8) 1 tsp cumin seeds, 250g/9oz cooked beetroot, drained and quartered, 400g tin chickpeas, drained and rinsed, 1 garlic clove, peeled, 1 tsp ground coriander, ½ tsp flaked sea salt, and to taste, 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, ground black pepper ONE Toast the cumin seeds gently in a small dry frying pan for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, then remove from the heat. TWO Put the beetroot, chickpeas, garlic, coriander, salt and olive oil in a food processor. Add the cumin seeds and lemon juice and season well with freshly ground black pepper. Blitz until smooth. Check the seasoning to taste, adding a little more salt, pepper or lemon juice if needed, and blitz again. THREE Use the hummus as a spread for sandwiches and wraps or as a dip. Keep covered in the fridge for up to 3 days, or freeze.

FRENCH APPLE TART (Serves 8-10) 200g/7oz ready-made puff pastry, 2 tbsp stewed apple, or sweet apple sauce, 6 apples (Cox or Granny Smith), peeled, quartered and cored, 2 tbsp caster sugar, 40g/1½oz butter, cubed, 1 free-range egg yolk, beaten, 250ml/9fl oz double cream, 1 tbsp icing sugar, 1 vanilla pod, seeds scraped out, splash of calvados ONE Preheat the oven to 200C/180C Fan/Gas 6. TWO Roll the puff pastry out on a clean work surface to a large sheet, 3mm thick. Using a bowl or plate, cut a circle about 25cm/10in in diameter. Crimp the edge before turning the whole sheet over and laying it directly onto a flat baking tray. Chill in the fridge for at least 10 minutes. THREE Remove the pastry from the fridge and spread the apple compôte all over the base of pastry, leaving a 1cm/½in border at the edge. FOUR Slice the apples the thickness of a two-pound coin and place them onto the pastry sheet, fanning them out, starting from the outside and working in. The apples should overlap each other. Use the largest slices on the outside and place the smallest slices in the middle of the tart. FIVE Once all the apples have been laid out, sprinkle over the caster sugar and dot with the cubed butter. Brush the border with the beaten egg and bake in the oven for about 30 minutes, or until golden-brown and risen around the edge. SIX For the Chantilly cream, whisk the cream, icing sugar and seeds from the vanilla pod in a bowl until very soft peaks form and set aside until ready to serve. SEVEN When ready to serve, place the tart onto a serving plate. Warm the calvados in a small saucepan. Ignite the alcohol with a match (be careful of your fingers) and pour over the tart. Serve with Chantilly cream.

ROAST CHESTNUTS (Serves 6) 1kg/2¼lb chestnuts ONE Heat the oven to 200C/400F/Gas 6. Using a small, sharp knife, cut a cross into the skin of each nut. Put in a roasting tin and bake until the skins open and the insides are tender, about 30 minutes. TWO Serve in paper bags, if you like. To eat, peel away the tough outer skin and the pithy white inner skin to get to the sweet kernel.

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Cauliflower and Vegetable Stew (Serves 8)

BLACKBERRY CRUMBLE OVERNIGHT OATS (Serves 4) 50g/1¾oz frozen blackberries, 1 tsp runny honey or agave syrup, small handful chopped almonds or walnuts, 40g/1½oz porridge oats or toasted rolled oats (use gluten-free oats if required), 150ml/5fl oz milk or vegan alternative, 3 drops almond extract (optional) ONE Put all the ingredients into a jar, stir, put the lid on and chill in the fridge overnight. TWO In the morning, top with extra nuts, if desired.

MUSHROOM AND PARSNIP ROSTI PIE (Serves 6) olive or rapeseed oil, 750g/1lb 10oz mixed mushrooms (preferably portobello, chestnut and wild mushrooms), roughly chopped into chunks, 3 garlic cloves, sliced small bunch thyme, leaves picked, 2 red onions, sliced, 2 carrots, finely chopped, 250g/9oz swede, finely chopped, 200ml/7fl oz white wine or vegetable stock, 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp wholegrain mustard small bunch fresh flatleaf parsley, roughly chopped, 2-4 tbsp crème fraîche (optional), 3 small parsnips, grated, sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

1 tbsp olive oil, 1 onion, finely diced, 2 leeks, split lengthways up to the root several times, washed under running cold water then sliced thickly, 2 carrots, cut into, 1cm/½in dice, 2 garlic cloves, finely diced, 1 tsp sweet smoked paprika, ½ tsp dried thyme, 2 potatoes, peeled, cut into 1cm/½in dice, 600ml/21fl oz vegetable stock, ½ head cauliflower, cut into small florets, 200g/7oz fine green beans, cut into 2cm/¾in pieces, 1 x 400g/14oz tin baked beans, 2 tbsp roughly chopped, flatleaf parsley, crusty bread, to serve, salt and freshly ground black pepper ONE Heat a large frying pan or saucepan until medium hot, add the olive oil, onion and leeks and cook gently for 5 minutes until just softened. TWO Add the carrots, garlic, paprika and thyme and stir to combine. Cook for 5 minutes. THREE Add the potatoes and vegetable stock and bring to the boil. Turn the heat down and simmer for 5 minutes until the potatoes are just softening then add the cauliflower and simmer for another 5 minutes. FOUR By now, all the vegetables should be nearly cooked. Add the green beans and baked beans and cook for 3 minutes then stir in the chopped parsley and season well with salt and pepper. Serve with plenty of crusty bread.

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t’s the 1st December, the nights are getting longer, the woolly hats and scarfs are in full swing and it’s the moment we’ve been waiting all year for… time to open the first door of your advent calendar! The exhilaration of opening your advent calendar each day signifies another day closer to Christmas, that feeling cannot be beaten! Luckily for you, we have done all of the hard work and assembled 12 of the best advent calendars on the market to get you ready for the big day! From beauty to beer, we’ve got you covered!

Montezuma’s Chocolate Truffle £24.99 www.montezumas.co.uk Montezuma’s is an extraordinary British chocolate brand, founded in West Sussex. They make all of their chocolate from the best quality ethical cocoa sourced from plantations that meet their strict ‘Trading Fairly Policy’. 100% of their new range is either recyclable, compostable or biodegradable packing. This is a big thumbs up from OM! Before opening the double doors, the brightly coloured packaging immediately excites you. Inside the calendar, there are 5 different types of truffles named; ‘Secret Squirrel’, ‘Sweet Summertime’, ‘American Idol’, ‘Eclipse’ and ‘Milking Maid’. These truffles range from white, milk and dark chocolate with some delicious fillings. Creamy, rich and delicious, we loved them! Montezuma’s have not left out the vegans this year with a delicious vegan option available.

L’Occitane Classic Beauty £53.00

www.uk.loccitane.com We have come back for more! After the success of last year’s L’Occitane advent calendar, we decided to see what their 2020 advent calendar has to offer. At first glance, the packaging design shows a L’Occitane market stall. As you open it out, the gorgeous smell hits you as you look at the whole Christmas market scene in Provence, where L’Occitane was founded. With 24 pampering treats behind each door, from hand creams and body milk to essential oils shampoo and conditioners, there is a lot to be excited for. Step into the South of France this Christmas and enjoy the relaxing scents of the lavender fields. L’Occitane is also trying to reduce waste therefore their packaging is 100% recyclable.

Whittards Hot Chocolate for Two £60.00 www.whittard.co.uk For those winter nights; a hot chocolate, fluffy blanket and an open fire are all that is needed. We have you covered! Whittard’s has won me over because their hot chocolate is one of my absolute favourites. With this advent calendar for two, you essentially get two for the price of one as there are two sachets per drawer- whether you share them is a different story. They have really hit the high-end market with their packaging, it is truly stunning and not to mention, really fun to open every day!

12 days of Festive Feet £65.00 www.sparksanddaughters.com And what does every man already have written on his Christmas list? Socks! Firstly, the packaging of this unique advent calendar shows lots of woolly socks hung on an old fashioned, Victorian shop front, either side of a door, tied with a bow. As you undo the ribbon and open the white door, there are 12 pairs of socks with designs to suit all tastes. The quality of each sock is great and you can tell they are very well made. Enjoy a plastic free Christmas with their personalised advent calendar, made from 100% recyclable materials!

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Beerwulf Beer Advent Calender £61.99 www.beerwulf.com This one is for the beer lovers in the family. What better way to celebrate Christmas than by cracking open a bottle of beer! 24 bottles from 24 talented brewers! In the shape of a little Christmassy cottage, fit with a roof and a door, this advent calendar does not compromise on size! All cardboard, no plastic involved, even in the shipping! That is a big thumbs up from OM! This can be used as an advent calendar but it can also work well as a wonderful present for the beer lovers! Enjoy it with friends or keep it all to yourself! Each day has a different surprise beer in store, all are truly delicious with a wide range of flavours and alcohol percentages. With the year we have had, we can’t think of a better way to get into the Christmas spirit than treating yourself to a refreshing beer.

Yawn Brew Coffee £29.99 www.yawnbrew.com Wake up each morning and smell the coffee! That is certainly what we did when this advent calendar arrived on a frosty morning in the office. The packaging design is based on the Peak District, showing an illustrated snowy mountain scene. With 24 different variations of coffee, this is one to be excited about. Each window has 18g of ground coffee, individually wrapped in biodegradable packaging with adorable little animal and winter-themed designs. Enjoy three ways as suggested on the back of the calendar; Brew French Press, V60/ Drip or Aeropress. Each of these brewing methods has clear instructions. In the office, we have enjoyed this in our cafetiere. The packaging is 100% biodegradable which is a big YES from us at OM!

Vegan Gourmet Popcorn £25.00 www.joeandsephs.co.uk Dive into Christmas this year with Joe & Seph’s handmade, Vegan popcorn! The packaging design shows a wintery Joe & Seph’s shop and kitchen that you can see through the windows, with a story about Joe and how the company came about in the inside. We tried their gourmet popcorn last year and we were a big fan so we decided to come back for more but opted for their VEGAN popcorn instead! It has yet to disappoint us! Behind each of the 24 doors, hides 8 unique flavours; Salted Caramel, Toffee Apple & Cinnamon, Coconut & Cacao, Olive Oil, Sea Salt and Black Pepper, Orange Chocolate, Dark Chocolate, Strawberry Caramel and finally; Salted Maple. With so many amazing flavours, we think this is something special to look forward to this December 1st.

Personalised Retro Sweets £10.99 www.prezzybox.com Take your taste buds back in time with sweets from your childhood! With 24 different retro sweets from; Refreshers, Fruit Salads, to Parma Violets and Black Jacks! This is a great gift to give your child or grandchild for the run-up to Christmas! Personalisation is also available which adds to the wow factor of this vintage-inspired advent calendar. The packaging design shows Father Christmas with a sack full of sweets above a snowy town. Treat your relatives this year or share the indulgence!

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Yvonne Ellen Fragranced Candles £30.00 www.yvonneellen.com Get cosy this Christmas, put the open fire on and light some of these gorgeously fragranced candles by Yvonne Ellen around the house. If you are unfamiliar with this brand but love this packaging design, we recommend you check out their website listed above for more beautiful Christmas gifts! As soon as we took this calendar out of the packaging, the smell hit us and we immediately fell in love with them! Inside the 25 doors are four different scents; Exotic Fig, Vintage Palm, Wild Jasmine and Arctic Breeze. Enjoy a different smell around your home every day leading up to Christmas!

GLOSSYBOX £80 for subscribers, £99 for non subscribers www.glossybox.co.uk We loved this advent calendar so much last year; we have decided to see what their 2020 calendar has to offer! The quality and attention to detail of the packaging alone is stunning. With a marbled effect and shimmery details on the outside, you open the magnetic doors to four beautiful drawers. Inside each drawer are individually packaged boxes with gifts from brands including; Huda Beauty, Lime Crime, Fenty Beauty, ICONIC London, PIXI and GLOSSYBOX skincare. For all of your beauty requirements, GLOSSYBOX has you covered! This includes the Fenty Beauty Match Stix Shimmer Skinstick worth £21, the Avant 3-1 Hyaluron-Filler Collagen Eye Formula worth £99 and a surprise ICONIC London eyeshadow pallet worth £45. There are so many beautiful reasons to be happy with this advent calendar!

LUSH 12 Days of Christmas £75.00 www.uk.lush.com There is no hiding this advent calendar from your loved ones. As soon as this arrived at our office, that gorgeous Lush smell released from its box and we were all in heaven! This adorable box was designed by Harriet Seed and can be used to store all of your lush treats all year round or reuse to store your festive decorations. The packaging is made from 100% recycled board and displays illustrations taken from the song ’12 Days of Christmas’. The 12 days of Christmas include fizzy bath bombs, shower gel and body lotion, scrub, soaps and bubble bars. Each product is unique in its own way with bubble bars and bath bombs in the shape of a candy cane, Santa Clause and a polar bear! I can guarantee you won’t be getting out of the bathtub anytime soon with this advent calendar!

GRAZIA 12 days of Christmas £125.00 for both subscribers and non-subscribers www.glossybox.co.uk GLOSSYBOX is delighted to announce the launch of GLOSSYBOX x Grazia this year to bring us the advent calendar of dreams! When we thought GLOSSYBOX had outdone themselves this year, they have thrown in a little extra something to keep their fans happy. From the outside, you can tell this advent calendar is high-quality, much like the GLOSSYBOX calendar. Once you open the magnetic doors, you are greeted with 12 drawers of happiness. Each drawer holds a special something from 12 different brands. Marc Jacobs eyeshadow, NEOM candle, Tarte primer and ELEMIS Pro-Collagen Cream are just teaser of what could be waiting for you come December 1st. There are 10 full-size and two deluxe size products in the calendar, making it an incredible gift for yourself or someone else to count down to Christmas.

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HAVE YOURSELF A SUSTAINABLE CHRISTMAS With Christmas in close proximity, it is all too easy to forget the positive eco-friendly advances we have made and switch to panic buying mode. It is time to slow down the Christmas shopping experience and think greener.

think we can all agree that when it comes to Christmas, the excitement and the pressure gets to us all and a little bit of panic buying comes in to play. The pressure built up to ensure Christmas goes smoothly and nobody gets disappointed is getting bigger and bigger each year. I personally think that if we put less pressure on ourselves during this period, we would have more time to enjoy it. Christmas was never about the gifts and the money; it was always about spreading love and joy to all and spending the holiday with friends and family. The amount of waste that comes after the Christmas period is largely fuelled by the sheer panic and excitement from shops and social media to make it the ‘best Christmas ever’. The more the merrier is the general thought process and who can blame us for thinking this way with the growing pressures of social media. We are here to prove that you don’t need to miss out when it comes to making your Christmas more sustainable. In some areas, you can even save money by doing a bit of DIY! Eco-friendly products tend to cost more than un-sustainable, plastic items, however, they will last a lot longer which means you are saving yourself money in the long term. Minimising your carbon footprint by sourcing products locally is the first step. We have an editorial in this issue all about how to spend locally in Plymouth this Christmas.

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Stockings are such a beautiful idea to bring a little bit of joy to your Christmas morning in a very large sock! To fill these very large socks is the challenge behind the joy and this is when the panic usually sets in. We have come up with some sustainable and eco-friendly ideas to put in your loved one’s stockings this year. Firstly, ask yourself if you have anything that your kids haven’t seen before that you could hand down to them. This could be a necklace you had when you were a teenager or an old favourite toy that has been well looked after. This meaningful gesture can go a long way as they are more likely to hold on to it as it has precious value. Let’s not forget about the traditional satsuma at the bottom of every stocking! If forgotten, this will go mouldy and leave a foul stench at the bottom of your stocking! The essentials that go into every stocking are pants and socks, this can be bought ethically by sourcing good quality products that are made to last. This means less will be thrown out. When your trusty sock does get a hole in or is running thin after many years, make sure you discard them in a clothes recycling point which can be found at many tips and clothing stores.

all-natural ingredients in which are more sustainable and healthier for the planet. You can buy a soap dish to keep them dry when you are not using them. For kids, Play in Choc is a great way to add a sweet treat but without the plastic. Inside their boxes is a bar of delicious chocolate along with a cardboard animal that they can piece together. And when they get tired of playing with it, it can be easily recycled. And for the sweet tooth, support your local sweet shop and grab a pick and mix. Often, they will be in paper packets where no plastic is involved! You can also avoid waste by choosing only their favourite sweets. Everybody gets excited when they see the first shoot of a plant they have nurtured come through. This is why putting in a packet of seed to their stocking may not be as daft as it sounds. If you opt for flower seeds, this will also attract bees!

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Another must-have in any child’s stocking is some stationary. You can now purchase recycled pens and pencils from certain shops for example; www.remarkable.co.uk and www.wearthlondon.com- You can find a range of eco-friendly items on both of those websites too. A candle to set the Christmas mood is always a great stocking filler however, candles are not good for the environment as you are essentially burning a fossil fuel as most contain paraffin. To avoid these candles, look for words on the candles packaging such as ‘natural, organic, coconut wax, rapeseed wax etc.’ You can also buy candles that have been recycled. A great shop to go for that is ‘The Recycled Candle Company’ in Exeter. It is all too easy to be tempted by the smell of freshly ground coffee whilst walking through the city but make sure you’ve got your reusable mug! Add one of these to your loved one’s stocking for a great gift and to save money on your next coffee! A lot of cafes and Baristas will offer a discount if you bring your own reusable coffee cup! So now your stockings are filled with eco-friendly goodness, let’s get on to the main presents! Although wrapping paper has got the word ‘paper’ in it, most wrapping paper is not recyclable as it contains foil, glitter or plastic. Brown paper packaging tied up with string is the way forward! Actually, I think it looks a lot prettier and you can add your own personalised touch to it with some foliage, dried orange, and maybe even a stamp using eco-friendly

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vegetable ink! If you want some more colour to your packages, we recommend www.re-wrapped.co.uk, they have a wide range of Christmassy designs all made from vegetable ink! When Christmas shopping- remember to take your bags for life with you to avoid having to take any unnecessary plastic bags home with you. Christmas is the time for all things sparkly; glitter, sequins, tinsel, baubles, fairy lights and everything in-between. Unfortunately, all of those lovely sparkly items are made from plastic and are nonrecyclable and often get washed down the sink and end up in our oceans. On a positive note, eco-friendly glitter exists! Try to refrain from using tinsel and make your own paper chains or homemade garlands that can have longer-lasting properties and are less harmful to the environment. Baubles should be a family heirloom and stored with care so that they can come out of hiding each year and look spectacular. If you are in need of an extra bauble or two, avoid ones with glitter or that are made from plastic. Head to the high-end stores that offer quality baubles that are less likely to break over the years. Or, make your own Christmas decorations! Have a forage in your local woodland and pick some beautiful pinecones to hang on the tree. And if you are feeling peckish, make some Christmas biscuits, punch a hole through them, tie with string and you’ve got an adorable decoration that won’t go to waste! By now, you may have planned your Christmas card recipient list but before you buy the cards, give them a little something extra this year. www.earthbits. com are a UK based company that produce all sorts of eco-friendly products as well as Christmas cards! The unique thing about these cards is that when you

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are ready to throw them away, you can take them out of the bin and in your back garden as these cards have seeds in! By buying these cards, you are essentially giving them a card and a gift that keeps on giving! Most Christmas trees are green, but not all Christmas trees are green for the planet. When it comes to buying your Christmas tree this year, make sure you are sourcing it as local as possible. And when January comes, make sure you contact www. recycledevon.org/recycle-your-christmastrees as they can collect your tree and recycle it! Renting a Christmas tree is the new trend this year! If you are local to a farm that grows and sells Christmas trees, depending on the farm, you can rent it from them and come January, they will come and collect it from you and then re-plant it for next year! Did you know- It takes 20 years for an artificial tree to become ‘greener’ than a real one. However, if you do prefer the ease of an artificial tree, or perhaps you need it for allergy reasons, you can still be mindful about the tree you choose. Some artificial trees are recyclable or made from biodegradable materials. With all of these sustainable Christmas ideas, we hope this has inspired you to think outside the box and adopt an eco-friendly Christmas this year without compromising out on a thing!

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With 28 years of experience in wills, trusts and powers of attorney, John is confident he can provide a great service at a fraction of the cost of most main line solicitors. Plymouth Will Writing Service specialises in will writing and powers of attorney and will see you through the process, even offering funeral planning advice. Complicated jargon is a thing of the past, John and his team are brilliant at explaining things through fully for everybody to understand.

ohn has a fulfilling career with 25 years as a financial planner. During this time, he wrote wills, powers of attorney and trusts and built his own business. 7 years ago, John was in the fortunate position to sell his financial planning company however, he still wanted to keep himself busy and occupied. Therefore, he set up Plymouth Will Writing Service to deliver wills, powers of attorney and trusts at a competitive price to the local community. He can charge a fraction of the cost of most main line solicitor practices because he keeps his overheads low which makes him stand out amongst competitors.

John and his small team like to explain everything in full and they don’t use complicated jargon that can sometimes be intimidating to people. Where possible, John will use flow charts to indicate how things might progress, this allows the client to visually understand.

John Rio, Founder of Plymouth Will Writing Service

Most people are unaware of when they should start to think about writing their will. John informs us that most people should start to think about writing a will in their 50’s. Sometimes this will vary if life events make you think about your own mortality. The process of writing a will is fairly simple, they just require complete honesty when you are providing the information. John uses a fact find form which consists of 20 pages, not all of the pages are used but this goes to show just how deep a will planning can get. Initially he will ask questions about the testator and his or her spouse. These questions include; Who do you want as executor and who do you want as beneficiaries? Do you have a property and how do you want that to pass onto beneficiaries? Do you want to protect at least half of the property value etc. Are their vulnerable people to consider, life time trusts? Do you wish to be buried or cremated? Any funeral wishes or organ donations? Any assets to pass onto individuals before the residual estate is divided up? John spoke about a recent clients will that he wrote where a man left all of his wood working equipment to one son. He will essentially ask a lot of questions such as this and record the whole process to then be written up professionally by John and his team.

When we interviewed John back in 2018, he spoke about how the majority of his appointments were held at the client’s home, where they are at their most comfortable. Given the pandemic, the social distancing guidelines, and the average age of his clientele, this is no longer viable to make safe for the clients. He now encourages people to come to his new office on Exeter Street as this environment can be carefully controlled. John has splash guards, hand wash, face masks and he can control the distance between himself and the client to keep them all safe at these times. A short questionnaire is to be filled out regarding the client’s recent movements and their contact with people. If the client is in a high-risk category from Covid-19, then a transaction over the phone or videocall would be instigated. In the future, John would like to see his business in the same shape it is now, promoting similar products and services but maybe with some additional staff members.

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“The LEGO Star Wars Holiday Special” reunites Rey, Finn, Poe, Chewie, Rose and the droids for a joyous feast on Life Day, a holiday first introduced in the 1978 “Star Wars Holiday Special.” Directly following the events of “Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker,” Rey leaves her friends to prepare for Life Day as she sets off on a new adventure with BB-8 to gain a deeper knowledge of the Force. But will she return in time for Life Day?

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An upcoming Netflix original musical holiday special featuring original songs from John Legend. An imaginary world comes to life in a holiday tale of an eccentric toymaker, his adventurous granddaughter, and a magical invention that has the power to change their lives forever. When his trusted apprentice steals his most prized creation, it’s up to his inventive granddaughterand a long-forgotten invention - to awaken the magic within.

Released: November 13th

In the fourth season of the royal drama, Olivia Colman returns (for one last time) as Queen Elizabeth II as we head into the Margaret Thatcher years for the fourth instalment of The Crown. If you are not familiar with The Crown, this is a must-see for anyone who has a particular interest in the Royal Family, or if you just love period dramas. The series follows the true events from the very beginning of Queen Elizabeth II’s reign.

Released: November 15th

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The one and only Dolly Parton stars in a new Christmassy Netflix special. The family musical revolves around an embittered “Scrooge” of a woman who plans to sell her small town, regardless of the consequences to the people who live there. The movie will feature 14 original songs from Dolly Parton, including the title song, A Holly Dolly Christmas.

Released: November 22nd

Agents of SHIELD’s final season is finally going to be available to watch for UK fans on Disney+. In the seventh season, Coulson and the Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. are thrust backward in time and stranded in 1931 New York City. With the all-new Zephyr set to time-jump at any moment, the team must hurry to find out exactly what happened. If they fail, it would mean disaster for the past, present and future of the world.

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Flesh and Blood star Russell Tovey stars in a brand new fourpart series coming to ITV this autumn, detailing the story of a murder and filled with intrigue, suspense - and, according to ITV, “perhaps some ghosts”. The four-part murder mystery, follows a man attempting to escape the ghosts of his past. Nathan is a well-meaning man who’s spent years trying to atone for a terrible secret, involving the disappearance of his wife’s sister, Elsie.

Released: October 26th (TBC)

Black Panther’s Letitia Wright and Star Wars‘ John Boyega star in Steve McQueen’s period drama. Spanning three decades, beginning with Enoch Powell’s “Rivers of Blood” speech, the fivepart anthology series is set in London’s West Indian community and features The Mangrove, a restaurant in Ladbroke Grove which becomes a community space and years later a meetingpoint for protestors.

Released: November 15th - December 13th

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Hugh Laurie is back on our screens in David Hare’s latest political thriller, Roadkill, which critics have given a warm reception. The four-parter, directed by Line of Duty’s Michael Keillor, stars Laurie as a controversial Conservative minister Peter Laurence. Peter’s private life is falling apart. Shamelessly untroubled by guilt or remorse, he seeks to further his own agenda whilst others plot to bring him down.

From the minds of Shaun of the Dead and Hot Fuzz comes the ‘very funny and very scary’ TV series, Truth Seekers. Cowritten and starring Simon Pegg and Nick Frost, the brand new supernatural comedy horror series follows a team of part-time paranormal investigators, who team up to uncover and film ghost sightings across the UK.

Released: October 18th - November 11th

Released: October 30th

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Season 2 of His Dark Materials will depict the events of Philip Pullman’s Northern Lights sequel The Subtle Knife across eight episodes. It picks up with a devastated Lyra, following the tragic death of her best friend Roger at the hands of her father Lord Asriel in order to move between worlds. In an abandoned city called the Cittàgazze, Lyra meets Will Parry and the youngsters work together to investigate the mysterious Dust phenomenon.

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Gifting us with a little post-Christmas treat, the award winning saga continues with the much anticipated second season of The Mandalorian, as The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire.

Released: October 30th

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