Rutland Pride Jul 2013

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THE NUMBER ONE COUNTY MAGAZINE

RUTLAND WATER Enjoy a Chukka at your local

POLO CLUB 2013

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ENJOY THE SUMMER MONTHS WITH ACTIVITIES AROUND RUTLAND...

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Food & Drink

Your Home

The Event

Picking Fresh Strawberries

30 Pages for Home & Garden

Rolls Royces in Rutland

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RutlandPride July The number one counTy magazine

Welcome to July’s Rutland Pride!

This month we enjoy Polo in Rutland, and spend time around the reservoir, finding out how water sports, cycling, fishing and birdwatching will help you enjoy what is surely the county’s best asset this summer. Also this month we enjoy picking strawberries, and spend time relaxing in the name of producing our Good Spa Guide.

This year’s Rutland Show was a huge success as you’ll see from our photos in this edition.

Thanks to all who came over to tell us how much they love the county’s number one magazine!

Enjoy!

Days Out

Chilling Out

Eating Out

Going Out

There’s lots to do around Rutland Water from watersports to cycling.

This month we offer a few suggestions...

Seeking a spa in which to relax and unwind? Enjoy our 2013 Good Spa Guide, and its recommendations...

Enjoy a bite to eat at one of the area’s best restaurants we’ve local food and drink, plus recipes and wine.

Did you visit the Rutland Show? Were you photographed

by Rutland Pride?

Find out later in this edition!

summer 2013

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Rutland Pride – The Number One Team It’ s summertime and we’ ve enjoyed picking strawberries this month... but what’ s your summer treat?

Zoie Wilkinson

Rob Davis

Julian Wilkinson

Sales Manager

Executive Editor

Publisher & Managing Director

“This summer I’m going on holiday to New York, so my foody treat will be the Big Apple!”

“My grandfather was a greengrocer, so my summer treat was always a nice big bowl of locally grown strawberries in the summer!”

“I love spending a long hot afternoon in the summer months enjoying a barbecue with the family!”

Emily Rippin

Mandy Bray

Jayne Broughton

Sales Executive

Customer Care Manager

Group Sales Manager

“My balcony has some great views and in the summer, I love sitting out on it and enjoying a Mojito with friends!”

“We recently saw Jools Holland perform in the grounds of Burghley House. My friend Rachael, a chef, treated us to an amazing picnic!”

“I enjoy growing and eating my own salad leaves... I think salads are really underrated and there’s nothing better than picking your own food!”

Runners and Riders...

Publisher & Managing Director: Julian Wilkinson. General Manager: Ian Bagley. Group Sales Manager: Jayne Broughton.

Executive Editor: Rob Davis. Customer Care Manager: Mandy Bray. Accounts Manager: Sue Bannister.

Sales Manager: Zoie Wilkinson. Sales Executives: Charlotte Aiken, Jo Leadbitter, Rachel Jones, Emily Brown, Emily Rippin, Elaine Hall, Sami Millard, Lauren Chambers. Sales Support: Lorraine Bashforth. Distribution Manger: Paul Dixon.

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WHISSENDINE, RUTLAND £850,000 In a truly idyllic location surrounded by lovely gardens and bordered by open countryside, Foss Hill is just a few minute’s walk from the heart of the village and yet feels entirely private and secluded. The extensive gardens surround the house with varied levels, sheltered areas and lawns, and are stocked with mature trees, shrubs and established fruit trees. The house itself was built in 1975 using local stone and reclaimed materials and internally the principal living areas flow openly from one to another giving the ground floor a relaxed, semi-open plan feel. Throughout the property the many windows flood the rooms with natural light and afford marvellous views of the garden and Rutland countryside beyond. Foss Hill has the added benefit of a separate self-contained two bedroom annexe as well as various outbuildings and, with its well-established gardens and wellplanned layout, it makes a welcoming and practical family home with flexible, spacious accommodation in a fantastic location. EPC Rating - E.

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STAMFORD, LINCOLNSHIRE £850,000 The Elm sits within extensive gardens, set back from a leafy residential road in the heart of Stamford. The original brick-built house and its Coach House date from the 1920’s - some internal period features remain, whilst all the main reception rooms benefit from high ceilings, large windows and plenty of natural light. Over the years the house has seen successive additions, and has grown into an impressive property with elegant living space and extensive and flexible accommodation. It has until recently been operating as a successful four-star rated Guest House, and the layout is currently arranged with en-suite guest-rooms and reception space on the ground floor, and a self-contained three bedroom flat on the first. There is the further benefit of extra space in the self-contained Annexe in the recently converted Coach House. EPC Rating - C.

Fine & Country 2 St. Mary’s Street, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2DE Telephone: (01780) 750200 Email: stamford@fineandcounty.com www.fineandcountry.com

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STAINFIELD, LINCOLNSHIRE £899,995 Greenacre is a stunning and unique country residence combining the benefits of modern living and fittings with a peaceful rural location. Tucked away in secluded grounds on the edge of Stainfield, the property’s superb position offers far-reaching views from all sides across open fields and woodland and there is fantastic access to the many walks and cycle ways that criss-cross the area. The attractive stone coloured brick house has recently been entirely re-designed and extended to create a light-filled home with stunning living spaces and extensive and flexible accommodation.

The interior features a marvellous Kitchen-Breakfast room, solid oak doors, double glazed windows and under-floor heating in the bathrooms, whilst much of the ground floor has French doors leading out to wide, sunny terraces. Large windows throughout allow plenty of natural light to flood in and make the most of the lovely views. The property is presented in immaculate condition with new fittings, paintwork and carpets. EPC Rating - C.

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STAMFORD, LINCOLNSHIRE £1,000,000 A handsome town house with impressive classic façade features a series of elegant, symmetrical sash windows and a central panelled front door.

Internally this is an exceptionally spacious property offering substantial accommodation laid out over four floors as well as a large south-facing rear garden and a separate courtyard. The elegant reception rooms have classic period proportions and retain many original details. In a superb location on a cobbled street in the heart of this vibrant market town, the house is within walking distance of all the town’s attractions and amenities. Whilst it is in need of complete internal refurbishment and is currently unoccupied, the stature and historic style of 4 St Mary’s Place offers a unique opportunity to create an exceptional residence in a wonderful location. With its classic proportions and period features it has the potential to become a stunning home with extensive accommodation and exquisite reception space. EPC Exempt.

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WILLOWHAYNE HOUSE, SUTTON

GUIDE PRICE £1,750,000

A superb country house set in beautiful gardens and grounds of about 10 acres Main House

• BoilerRoom (electrical systems)

Flat

• Reception Hall

• WC

• Sitting Room

• Cloakroom

• Bedroom

• Drawing Room

• Principal Bedroom Suite with Bathroom and Dressing Room

• Dining Room

• 4 Further Bedrooms

• Bathroom

• 3 Stables + Tack Room

• Sitting Room

• 2 Bathrooms

Gardens and Grounds

• Garden Room

• Gym/Bedroom 5

• Tennis Court

• Hay Barn and Additional Storage

• Kitchen/Breakfast Room

• Double Garage (with self-contained Flat above)

• Kitchen Garden

• Garden Machinery Shed

• Greenhouse

• Fishing on the River Nene

• Utility Room

• Kitchen

• Potting shed • Woodland • 2 Paddocks with Vehicular Access

King West St Marys Street, Stamford, Lincs PE9 2DE Telephone: (01780) 484520 email: stamford@kingwest.co.uk www.kingwest.co.uk

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mAkE ThE moST oF

Mauritius SAvvi TRAvEl’S kAy bATlEy DREAmS oF Sun-kiSSED bEAchES AnD A bEAuTiFul bluE SEA! hERE, ShE REcommEnDS ThREE locATionS Which REAlly Do mAkE ThE moST oF mAuRiTiuS - ThE iSlAnD PARADiSE you’ll nEvER FoRGET! Mauritius is a small island paradise sheltered by barriers of coral reefs that create crystalline lagoons.

Surrounded by the cobalt-blue Indian Ocean and pristine expanses of white sand beaches, visitors here feel part of an exclusive club. Kay from Savvi Travel is now part of this exclusive club having just got back from experiencing the magic of this wonderful island.

With year round warm weather, a friendly welcoming population, delicious cuisine and outstanding service the norm choosing where to stay has always been a real challenge. This is where the Beachcomber Hotels - which pioneered the hotel industry on the island - come in.

The Royal Palm Hotel: Royal Palm was the first hotel in the Indian Ocean to become a member of The Leading Hotels of the World and still, to this day is the hotel that others look up to. At just 84 suites it is small and intimate offering outstanding customer service, some of the best

cuisine on the island, an amazing spa and what’s more it is set on a fantastic stretch of beach. If you enjoy staying at the best address in town, the Royal Palm is just for you.

Dinarobin Hotel & Golf Club: Set on the stunning Le Morne Peninsula Dinarobin offers the complete Mauritius experience: luxurious suites, one of the best Spa experiences on the island, an 18-hole golf course and fine cuisine at an unrivalled choice of eight restaurants.

An intimate, relaxed hideaway!

Trou Aux Biches Resort & Spa: This resort overlooks one of the most sought after beaches on the island and offers a modern take on Mauritian luxury. All of the suites are spacious and superbly furnished, there’s a choice of six delicious restaurants, a Clarins Spa and a superb kids and teenagers club, if you are looking to spoil yourself on one of the best beaches in Mauritius this is the hotel for you.

£ savvi travel Savvi Travel’s Mauritius deals represent exceptional value: exclusive booking discounts are available, with honeymoon offers and free nights for kids.

Call Savvi Travel on 01572 842012 or call in, at 7 The Maltings, Oakham.

Above: Wish you were here? Mauritius provides the kind of pure white beaches and azure-coloured seas you dream of!

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TO VIEW AND PuRCHASE PHOTOGRAPHS FROM ‘THE EVENT’ VISIT WWW.PRIDEMAGAZINES.CO.uK High Sheriff Trish Ruddle (centre).

ThE EvEnT The 2013 Rutland Show What an amazing show! This weather at this year’s Rutland Show was a dramatic improvement on last year’s event - a fact reflected in its record attendance! Highlights included Titan the Robot, Knights of The Damned’s dramatic jousting and over 100 trade and agricultural stands. We had a great time at the show and want to thank all those who came to see us with warm words of praise for the county’s number one magazine!

Words and Photos: Rob Davis.

Titan the Robot.

Ed Burrows of Barnsdale Lodge and family.

Feature your event in our magazine.

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call 01529 469977 and speak to our events Desk...

It was six year old Harvey’s first time showing his family’s sheep!

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THE EVENT Rutland

Show

This was the last show to be held at Burley on the Hill. The event will move to a dedicated showground next year.

Rutland Pride’s Zoie Wilkinson and Mandy Bray.

Mr and Mrs Andrew Beamish.

Purchase photographs from this event online.

Visit www.pridemagazines.co.uk.

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In addition to main ring entertainment there were sheep, cattle and goat classes.

Ginny Heathcote Ball of Tennants with BBC Antiques Roadshow’s Marc Allum.

Vintage Rolls Royce at the classic car display.

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THE EVENT Rutland

Show

Showjumping took place from 9am in the main ring.

The Kettle family showed o their Pedigree Hampshire Downs.

Zoie Wilkinson with Jen Warr.

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THE EVENT Rutland

Show

A traditional fairground kept the children amused all day!

The Pride girls - Jayne, Emily, Zoie and Mandy extend their thanks to the WI who kept us in cake all day! Yummy!

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RESTAuRANT OF THE MONTH

BROWNLOW ARMS at Hough on the Hill

This monTh We’re inViTing ruTLanDers To Take a shorT TriP uP The a1 anD enJoy one oF The area’s mosT WeLL-regarDeD Pub resTauranTs. The broWnLoW arms aT hough on The hiLL is greaT For a nighT aWay in a TraDiTionaL hosTeLry WiTh exceLLenT Dining...

We enjoyed a Roast Fillet of Beef with Fondant Potatoes, Baby Leaf Spinach, Horseradish Purée and Red Wine Glazed Shallots.

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Attention to detail at The Brownlow Arms is impressive - its cheese board features home-made cheese biscuits and home-made quince paste...

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RESTAuRANT OF THE MONTH

The Brownlow Arms’s brigade of chefs includes Oliver Snell (centre), Ruaraidh Bealby and Lizzy Goodwin.

L The venue dates back to the 17th century and has been run by Paul and Lorraine Willoughby since 1979.

ove at first sight. That’s how Oliver Snell, Head Chef at the Brownlow Arms, describes the first moment he walked through the doors of the pub restaurant in Hough on the Hill in which he has worked for four years. We were happy to echo his sentiments, on a cool afternoon, with dusk about to descend. Owner Paul Willoughby had stoked the fires, Lorraine gave her customary warm welcome, and most importantly the brigade was ready to bring out some epic pub restaurant cuisine using the very best local ingredients at the restaurant, just off the A1, north of Rutland.

The venue was constructed of local stone in 1680, extended in 1857 with the addition of a gamekeeper’s cottage. It has been a pub since the 1960s but only gained local acclaim as a restaurant after Paul and Lorraine’s arrival in 1979.

Paul and his family refurbished the restaurant and have capitalised on stone mullion windows, wood panelling and several small-ish rooms in which to dine, with red and green colours creating a traditional look. The Brownlow Arms feels more like someone’s dining room at home than a restaurant, and the snug, in which diners can enjoy pre-dinner drinks, is just as cosy for cooler summer evenings. If, however, the weather is better behaved, there’s a large landscaped terrace overlooking farmland in the pretty village.

Either way, The Brownlow Arms’s food is exceptional.

An AA Rosette acknowledges the talents of Oliver and his brigade of three chefs, as does a coveted place in Pride’s Good Food Awards 2012. The venue has enjoyed a place in Michelin’s guide for a number of years and in the Good Food Guide produced by Which?.

Likewise its seven rooms have earned it five stars from the AA and a stirring recommendation from Fiona Duncan in the Telegraph last year.

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Right, individual Griottine cherry frangipane tart, with home-made marzipan ice cream.

Below, our starter option was Grilled Sardine in a Filo Basket with Rocket, Anchovy, Egg and Cherry Tomato, with Salsa Verde & Cherry Tomato Coulis.

Evening dining is via a set menu with two courses for £16.95 or three courses for £21.95. Diners can choose from five starters, five main courses and five desserts.

Alternatively, there’s an à la carte option with six starters, seven main courses and five pudding options. There are also nightly-changing specials, in addition, to supplement these options too.

Whilst the dining room is plush and comfortable, The Brownlow Arms nonetheless never concedes its position as a venue in the heart of the countryside.

Its ingredients are all sourced from the region with Abbey Parks and renowned butcher Craig Benson providing vegetables & herbs and Belton Lamb providing meat and game - the latter sourced from local shoots when in season.

The venue’s sous chef Ruaraidh creates his own chutneys and pickles which have proved so popular the pub has taken to selling them on the bar. Also on the bar is

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The Brownlow Arms offers an Ă la carte menu comprising spectacular dishes that really make the most of the local produce available in the area...

Dessert options include this Green Apple and Blackcurrant Mousse with Cassis Compote, Apple Crisps and Blackcurrant Sorbet.

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Sample M enu £ starters Soufflé £8.95 Twice-baked cheese soufflé with crispy pancetta and chestnut mushrooms.

Tiger Prawns £8.95 beer-battered tiger prawns with lime, green chilli and coriander dressing.

Partridge £7.25 Pan seared partridge breast, confit leg, and cardamom purée, red wine pickled shallots, blackberries in cassis.

£ MaiNs Spring Lamb £23.95 roast rack dauphinoise potatoes, baby leaf spinach and rosemary jus.

Belly Pork £16.95 slow cooked belly pork with crushed root vegetables, quince & apple compote.

Duck £18.95 breast of barbary duck with petit pois à la francaise, butter mash and madeira jus.

£ PuDDiNG Frangipane £6.90 individual griottine cherry frangipane tart, with home-made marzipan ice cream.

Poached Pear £6.90 glazed mulled wine poached pear with mixed spice ice cream and roast nut crumb.

Cheese Board £7.85 selection of english and continental cheeses with home-made water biscuits, quince paste and grapes.

£ OPeNiNG tiMes tuesDay-saturDay 6.30PM - 11PM suNDay luNch 12.00 - 4.00PM

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RESTAuRANT OF THE MONTH Hive-on-the-Hill honey, produced just down the road from the venue.

The restaurant also bakes its own bread, creates its own sorbets and ice creams, and creates the biscuits it offers on the cheese board, all in house.

All this allows the restaurant to keep quality high, attention to detail keen and diners really happy indeed.

“The whole kitchen brigade are more like a family than workmates.” says Paul. “We have a great time and all work towards one aim - to create happy diners.”

During our visit, we enjoyed Grilled Sardine in a Filo Basket, whilst our second dish was Beetroot Mousse pictured below - served with beetroot purée, orange marmalade, crumbled feta and watercress. A vibrant, colourful and lively dish perfect for spring, the light salad proved the perfect precursor to our main courses.

Local Beef is always a mainstay of a pub restaurant menu but The Brownlow Arms’s take on the dish is rather smarter than you might expect, with its fondant potato and red wine glazed shallots. The beef was beautifully pink and a home-made horseradish purée gave the dish a real kick.

We also tried the restaurant’s Sea Bass offering and were delighted to see one of the UK’s most understated regional ingredients - coastal samphire making an appearance on the menu along with garlic mussels and red pepper coulis with balsamic vinegar for extra flavour.

It was the restaurant’s dessert offerings that we felt really deserved the strongest praise though. Pastry chef Lizzy Goodwin is given free reign and Oliver is full of nothing but praise for her flair and creativity.

Our previous spread shows a Griottine Cherry and Frangipane Tart with home-made marzipan ice cream.

With vanilla créme anglaise, it’s a soft, sweet and moreish pudding.

Our second dessert was Green Apple and Blackcurrant Mousse with cassis compote, apple crisps and home made blackcurrant sorbet. Delicious, juicy and tangy, it’s a winner for those who prefer a lighter, fresher dessert.

A wine list with around 50 bins provides the perfect accompaniment with house wines from £16.50 and a few special options available like a Grand Cru Burgundy Pinot for £89.50 and a Mersault white Burgundy for £55.

With a cosy country feel, plush dining room, a wide choice of dishes available on a well-considered menu plus a talented brigade in the kitchen, The Brownlow Arms is justifiably one of the area’s most respected pub restaurants.

“We think we’ve created a place where our diners can enjoy their experience and really celebrate the best local produce.” says Paul. “More than anything else we enjoy reminding customers that good food and good company in a good environment can be one of life’s really profound pleasures.”

The brigade of chefs took a well-earned breather in the snug after preparing the dishes for our shoot!

THE BROWNLOW ARMS at Hough on the Hill

Hough On The Hill Grantham Road NG32 2AZ

From Oakham - Head out of Oakham on the B640, then take the B668 Burley Road for four miles until you reach the A1 North junction at Greetham. Continue for around 12 miles then take the A607 signposted Grantham, at Cross O’Cliff Hill signposted A15 Sleaford.

To book a meal call

At the junction of A15/A607 Grantham Road, turn right and continue to follow the A607. Take the A52 signposted Grantham, then the A607 signposted Lincoln.

01400 250 234 www.thebrownlowarms.com

After four miles turn left onto Hough Lane and continue onto Frieston Road, then continue onto High Road; the Brownlow Arms is on the left hand side with parking adjacent.

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À La Carte Dining | 17th Century Coaching Inn | Seven En Suite Rooms

Come try our Set Menu...

THE SET MENU IS SERVED ALONGSIDE OUR Á LA CARTE MENU

Starters

Mains

Pudding

Homemade soup of the day

Slow cooked Gloucester Old Spot pork with peppers, tomatoes, paprika, cayenne and cream, mashed potato

Lincolnshire rhubarb crumble, vanilla crème Anglaise

Calves liver, onion gravy, bubble and squeak, buttered spinach

Classic panna cotta, raspberry compote, shortbread

Brownlow chicken Caesar salad

Egg pappardelle, goats cheese, wild garlic and pumpkin seed pesto

Warm treacle tart, yogurt ice cream

Smoked haddock kedgeree risotto, poached hens egg

Fillet of sea bass, Thai fragrant rice, Asian slaw and dressing

Brownlow chocolate mousse, citrus crème fraiche

Garlic sautéed Portobello mushrooms, roasted garlic toast

Lemon and garlic chicken, crushed new potatoes, sugar snaps and peas

Plate of cheeses, handmade biscuits, chutney

Timbale of prawns and crayfish, watercress, melba toast, lemon

2 Courses £16.95 3 Courses £21.95 Served Tuesday - Friday by prior booking only

e Brownlow Arms Hough On The Hill, Grantham Road near Grantham, Lincolnshire NG32 2AZ Booking advisable, please call 01400 250 234.

Menus online now at www.thebrownlowarms.co.uk.

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“The UlTimaTe resTaUranT wiTh rooms in The cenTre of rUTland” STAYING: offering 16 en-suite rooms, a number of which have been recently refurbished to a very high standard including suites and spacious superior rooms.

All rates inclusive of The Marquess Breakfast.

DINING: a la carte dining is offered 7 days a week in addition to our bar menu and “marquess set lunch for less”. lUnch & dinner, 7 days a week

52 main street, lyddington, Uppingham le15 9lT call for bookings: 01572 822 477 www.marquessexeter.co.uk lunch & dinner 7 days a week | 17 modern Bedrooms | four aa star rated

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Sample Dishes

CATCH OF THE DAy... high quality fish dishes with imagination and flair from Rutland’s best chefs...

Photos: Rob Davis

Roasted Fillet of Cod with Clams, Mussels and Creamy White Wine Sauce.

Marquess of Exeter, Lyddington 01572 822 477, www.marquessexeter.co.uk

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Pan Fried Sea Bream with Scallops, Mussels and Tempura Vegetables.

The Finchs Arms, Hambleton, 01572 756575, www.finchsarms.co.uk >> Pan Fried Fillet of Sea Bass with Chablis, Peashoot and Samphire Risotto.

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SAMPLE DISHES

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Hot Smoked Salmon, Beetroot, Dill and Shallots, Horseradish Crème fraiche.

Barnsdale Hall Hotel, Exton 01572 757901, www.barnsdalehotel.co.uk

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Scallops with Confit Belly Pork and Lilliput Capers.

William Cecil, Stamford 01780 750 070, www.thewilliamcecil.co.uk

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TheWinecellar here comes the summer! This month blake Johnston recommends all things light and beautiful, perfect for summer garden parties, picnics and of course, Wimbledon!

2011, Muga, White rioja, spain - £10.95 90% viura and 10% malvasia, this lesser known cousin of the more famous red Rioja is worth a go! barrel fermented for extra punch, this is a lovely creamy Rioja that will provide a real talking point!

2009 Domaine rollin, Burg - £22.00 not the best known burgundy appellation, but those with a bit of inside knowledge will tell you it’s up there with the best!

Steely with beautiful chardonnay fruit, and a very delicate balance of oak.

2011 louis Guntrum, Germany - £12.99 Whenever spices are in town, i always reach for the trusty Gewurtz. With a naturally spicy tang to it, this is an excellent example of louis Guntrum’s refreshing wines with their great aromatics.

2011 villa Wolf, Germany - £8.99 bored of wishywashy Pinot Grigios?

Give this a go. using the same grape varietal, this wine shows grapefruit and peach; subtle and fresh, perfect for summer picnics!

2012 Pinot Noir rosé, France - £10.99 A brand new wine on our list, from Auvergne. Pinot noir lends itself beautifully to rosé, with soft summer fruits dancing on the palate.

This is definitely Wimbledon wine!

This month’s features wines are recommended by: The Stamford Wine Company, 17 St Mary’s Street, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2DG Tel: 01780 489 269 www.thestamfordwinecompany.com.

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PICKING STRAWBERRIES

The Taste of Summer There could be few better tastes this summer than that of fresh strawberries, and the bold, bright, quintessentially british fruit always seems to taste better if youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve picked them yourself...

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ENJOy... Picking

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he taste of summer is embodied in the great British strawberry.

It’s really easy to grow, great fun to pick with the children and has an evocative flavour that’s perfect on its own or in the suggestions you’ll find later in this edition. The succulent, fragrant fruit is as beautiful as it is flavoursome and a globalised supermarket culture means we can enjoy strawberries from across the globe all year round - with countries like Spain and Israel providing out of season soft fruit. However, the best strawberries will always be the ones grown from right here in the county.

The Strawberry Season Part of the fruit’s appeal is its relatively short season - around six weeks throughout July - which coincides with the - so far elusive - British summer and with Wimbledon from 24th June to 6th July.

Just one variety of strawberry, Elsanta, accounts for between 60 and 80 per cent of the British fruit crop, certainly those sold in supermarkets. Around 55,000 tonnes of the fruit are grown each year, with the crop worth around £800m to UK farmers. Last year’s weather meant an outdoor crop that was saved from

decimation only by virtue that many growers now use polytunnels and glasshouses or hydroponic systems and in fact, yields of 2012’s crop actually rose by 10%, in a general farming climate that was poor to say the least.

Strawberries

Pick your own right here in the county this month, and get the kids involved!

Buyer’s Guide If you’re purchasing from a supermarket, insist on British strawberries this summer - there’s no excuse otherwise seek out your local farm shop or farmer’s market for the best examples and look for unblemished strawberries with bright-green hulls.

Just one variety of strawberry, Elsanta, accounts for between 60 and 80 per cent of the British fruit crop, certainly those sold in supermarkets. Around 55,000 tonnes of the fruit are grown each year, with the crop worth around £800m to uK farmers...

Pick Your Own Alternatively, visit a local grower and take the children to pick your own. Our recommendation in Rutland is Rutland Water Golf Club, whose on site farm shop allows visitors to ‘pick your own.’ The best time to pick your own is in the morning when the fruit is cooler.

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ENJOY...

Picking Strawberries

Strawberries should never be washed until you’ re ready to eat or use them, and they should always be hulled.

A drinking straw through the core is the best way to do so...

To enjoy picking your own strawberries this month, visit Rutland Water Golf Course at Lodge Farm, Oakham LE15 8HB. Call 01572 737525 or see www.rutlandwater golfcourse.co.uk.

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Pick with the stem attached and place them into smaller punnets rather than larger trugs and containers as the fruit is too delicate to bear the weight of other fruit.

possible to avoid bruising them. Always wash strawberries before hulling them - the best way to do this is to use a straw to poke out the core of the fruit.

Using Strawberries Leave the cap and stem on and avoid washing the fruit until you’re ready to eat or use them, since this will hasten the spoiling process. Be sure to eat the refrigerated strawberries within a day or two. After that, they lose their flavour, colour, and will shrivel, rot, or become mouldy.

Freezing strawberries can prove disappointing as once thawed, they become flabby. To get around this problem, freeze whole strawberries in thick raspberry purée or pulp them and freeze to use in other recipes.

For better flavour, let strawberries come to room temperature before eating them: if possible, put them out to warm in the sun for a couple of hours to bring out their full taste and aroma. As with any other delicate berries, wash and handle them gently and as little as

Involving the Children Arguably children are the ideal harvesters - lower to the plant with smaller hands, so it’s a good idea to involve them early and save yourself the back pain! Children love growing their own fruit and picking, cooking with and eating berries.

Making the Most of Your Fruit One of the best elements of picking strawberries is your ability to enjoy strawberries with a minimum of preparation - just a blob of cream, a sprinkle of sugar, or a bowl of melted chocolate is all the accompaniment you need, unless you’d like to be a little more creative, in which case we’ve some great recipes over the page.

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STRAWBERRIES FOR SuMMER

Grow Your Own

£ Strawberry plants can be grown almost anywhere – in borders, containers or hanging baskets – they just need sun, shelter, and fertile, well-drained soil.

£ Order plants in late summer so that they can be planted in early autumn. Strawberry plants bought as cold-stored runners should be planted from late spring to early summer and will fruit 60 days after planting.

£ Runners look like little pieces of roots with very few leaves. Don’t be alarmed, this is how they should look. You can buy runners from late summer to early spring, and they should be planted in early autumn, or early spring (avoid planting in winter when the ground is wet and cold). You sometimes also see strawberries for sale in pots (normally from late spring onwards) and these can be planted as soon as you buy them.

£ Strawberries in containers can also be grown in an unheated greenhouse, which encourages an even earlier crop, by 10–14 days. In a heated greenhouse or conservatory, it is possible to bring forward flowering by several weeks, so long as the temperature does not go above 16°C (61°F), because this will inhibit flowering.

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THE TASTE OF SuMMER make the most of berry season as we this month present eight ways with strawberries...

Words & Photos: heather chubb.

Celebrate the summer with this delicious strawberry tart - one of eight recipes using strawberries this month.

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Recipes

with Strawberries

Strawberry & Cream Muffins with White Chocolate Makes 12 muffins Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes You’ll need: 120g butter 120g soft brown sugar 150ml milk

2 medium eggs Seeds of one vanilla pod 250g plain flour ½ tbsp baking powder 60g white chocolate 100g strawberries, diced into small pieces

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Pre-heat the oven to 170°C. Place 12 muffin cases in a muffin tray.

Melt the butter in a saucepan with the sugar.

Mix well. Take off the heat and add the milk, eggs and vanilla.

Sift the flour and baking powder and mix into the mixture quite quickly, using just 10 strokes to fold in.

Stir in the strawberry pieces and chocolate.

Spoon the mixture into the muffin cases and bake for 25 minutes, till golden brown on top and springy to the touch. Cool on a wire rack.

Strawberry Tart with Ricotta and Lemon Cream Serves 6 Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 25 minutes You’ll need - For the pastry: 100g cold butter 175g plain flour 1 tbsp caster sugar 1 egg A little cold water For filling the tart: 200ml double cream 250g tub of ricotta Zest of a lemon 2 tbps ground cinnamon 250g strawberries

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Rub the cold butter into the sifted flour till it resembles fine breadcrumbs. Mix in the sugar and the egg, adding just enough cold water to create a dough, but no more.

Roll the pastry and use it to line a 20 cm tart tin which has been greased with a little extra butter. Prick the base of the tart with a fork.

Place the tart tin in the fridge for 30 minutes.

In a roomy bowl whisk the fresh cream till it forms soft peaks. Add the ricotta, lemon zest and cinnamon and mix well.

Pre-heat the oven to 180°C. Bake the pastry tart case for 20-25 minutes, till crisp and golden. Cool on a wire rack.

When you are ready to serve the tart, spoon the ricotta and cream mixture evenly across the tart base. Decorate the top of the tart with remaining strawberries.

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Strawberry Pimm’s Jellies Serves 4 Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 3 minutes You’ll need 400ml water 125g caster sugar The zest and juice from a lemon

The zest from a small orange 200ml Pimm’s 4 small gelatine leaves 250g Sweet Eve strawberries 250ml fresh cream for serving Extra strawberries for decoration

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Put the water, sugar, lemon and orange zests and juices into a saucepan, bring to the boil and simmer gently for 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and leave to infuse for 30 minutes, then strain through a sieve.

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Soak the gelatine leaves in cold water for about three minutes until soft, then squeeze out the excess water.

Set aside on a saucer.

Bring the strained liquid to the boil, add the moist gelatine and stir until dissolved. Add the Pimm’s.

Chop the strawberries into small pieces and place into four serving teacups or glasses. Pour the liquid on top.

Clingfilm and refrigerate for two hours, or overnight.

Once set, serve the jellies with fresh cream and extra strawberries.

Summer Strawberry and Blackberry Crumble Serves 6; Preparation time: 10 minutes; Cooking time: 20 minutes... You’ll need: 50g muscovado sugar 65g ground almonds 50g plain flour 50g cold butter

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200g Sweet Eve strawberries 200g fresh blackberries 120g caster sugar Juice of 1 lemon 2 tbsp rosewater 2 tbsp elderflower water Fresh cream for serving

Pre-heat the oven to 160°C. To make the crumble, pour the muscovado sugar, ground almonds and flour into a roomy bowl and mix well. Rub in the butter until a lumpy, crumbly dough starts forming.

Place the crumble mixture on a baking tray that has been lined with baking parchment. Bake for 20 minutes, then set aside to cool. Slice the strawberries and then place in a saucepan with the blackberries, caster sugar, and lemon juice.

Place on a medium heat and keep mixing, so as to form a soft compote syrup, mashing the berries with a wooden spoon. This should take around 8 minutes. Take off the heat to cool and mix in the rosewater and elderflower cordial.

To serve, place the strawberry compote syrup at the bottom of a serving cup or plate and sprinkle the crumble on top. Serve with fresh cream.

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Recipes

with Strawberries

Wimbledon Ice Strawberry, Mint and Pineapple Iced yoghurts Serves 4 (makes 1 litre) Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 5 minutes Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll need 450g strawberries 1 tbsp lemon juice

130g caster sugar 250g whole milk, unset yoghurt 2 tbsps of freshly chopped mint and four extra sprigs for decoration 1 fresh pineapple

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Slice the strawberries into small pieces and place them with the lemon juice and sugar in a saucepan and warm gently, mixing well with a wooden spoon. Mash the strawberries with the back of a wooden spoon as the sugar dissolves and the mixture warms.

Strawberries can be served with just a sprinkling of sugar or with cream, but our suggestions will help to make the most of the bountiful crop in your garden...

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Set the cooked strawberries aside to cool, covered. Mix together the yoghurt and mint in a bowl and then add the strawberries.

Spoon the yoghurt mixture into four individual serving glasses, moulds or plastic ice-lolly moulds and freeze for at least three hours, or overnight.

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When ready to serve, take the serving glasses or moulds out of the freezer. Dip into warm water to unmould on the yoghurt on a plate. Serve with finely chopped fresh pineapple and decorate with fresh mint.

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Classic Strawberry Summer Trifle...

Preparation time: 30 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes for the sponge fingers.

10 mins for the custard.

You’ll need For the sponge fingers 1 egg 45g caster sugar 60g plain flour

For the custard 2 eggs 1 tbsp caster sugar 300ml milk Seeds of a vanilla pod or 1 tbsp of vanilla bean paste For the trifle 250g strawberries 200ml double cream 2 tbsps caster sugar

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For your convenience, you could buy the sponge fingers and the custard readymade, in the same quantities as above, instead of making your own. However, to make the sponge fingers. Pre-heat the oven to 200°C. Line a baking sheet with baking parchment. Whisk the egg and sugar in a big bowl until light and quite stiff. Sift half the flour over the mixture and fold in lightly.

Add the remaining flour.

Spoon the mixture into a piping bag with a 1cm nozzle. Pipe the mixture onto the baking sheet in 5 cm lengths, set apart because they expand while in the oven. Bake in the prepared oven for 10 minutes, till golden.

Leave to cool on a wire rack.

To make the custard (makes 300ml).

In a bowl beat the eggs, sugar and 50 ml of milk. Put the rest of the milk in a non-stick saucepan with the vanilla seeds or vanilla bean paste. Bring the milk to the boil. Set the milk aside to cool for 10 minutes then pour onto the egg mixture. Mix well.

Strain the custard mixture into a clean saucepan and place back onto medium heat. Keep stirring while the custard cooks and take off the heat when it is thick enough to coat the back of a spoon. Set aside to cool.

To assemble the trifle. Slice the strawberries into thin slices. Whisk the fresh cream with the caster sugar until it forms soft peaks.

Take a deep trifle bowl and assemble alternate layers of strawberry slices, sponge fingers, custard and whipped cream. You may wish to arrange the strawberry slices so that you can see them in a row through the glass.

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Strawberry Cranachan with Homemade Granola...

Serves 6 , Prep time: 20 minutes, Cooking time: 15 minutes For the Granola 4 tbsps sunflower oil 2 tbsps honey 100g light brown sugar Pinch of cinnamon 120g oatmeal flakes

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120g porridge oats 150g chopped pecan nuts 150g chopped almonds For the Cranachan 300ml double cream 300ml yoghurt 1 tbsp caster sugar Seeds of one vanilla pod 500g strawberries

To make the granola. Pre-heat the oven to 180°C, Then warm 2tbsps of sunflower oil, honey, sugar and cinnamon together in a saucepan. Lightly oil a baking tray. Mix together the oatmeal, oats and nuts and spread them evenly over the baking tray. Pour over the warmed honey mixture and toss well together, to coat all the dry ingredients. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, until the mixture is crisp.

To assemble the Cranachan. Whip the cream till it forms soft peaks and then add the yoghurt, sugar and vanilla. Break the granola into small pieces and fill serving glasses with layers of granola, cream and strawberry slices.

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Recipes

with Strawberries

All of our featured recipes can be made from locally grown strawberries or those harvested in your garden or local PYO farm.

Alternatively, look out for the Sweet Eve variety...

Strawberry Meringue Roulade with Mascarpone...

Serves 8, Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 16 minutes Vegetable oil Whites of 6 eggs

300g caster sugar 80g flaked almonds 400g mascarpone cream cheese 1tbsp icing sugar 300g strawberries

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Preheat the oven to 200째C and place the oven rack quite near the top.

Line a standard Swiss roll baking tin, or a shallow baking tray with baking parchment and brush with vegetable oil.

In a big, clean bowl, whisk the egg whites till they are quite stiff. Add the caster sugar slowly. Continue whisking until the meringue mixture is stiff and shiny, forming peaks.

Spread the meringue mixture in the Swiss roll tin and sprinkle the flaked almonds on top, evenly. Place in the oven and bake the meringue for eight minutes. After eight minutes lower the oven temperature to 160째C and bake the meringue until golden brown, which will take approximately another eight minutes.

When the meringue is golden brown, remove from the oven and turn it almond-side down on a big, clean sheet of baking parchment. Peel off the paper from the base and leave to cool.

Whisk the mascarpone cream cheese and the icing sugar till stiff. Spread the mascarpone cream and three quarters of the Sweet Eve strawberries, sliced in halves lengthways, evenly over the cold meringue. Use the sides of the parchment paper to roll the meringue roulade onto a serving tray or platter. Keep in the fridge until you are ready to decorate and serve.

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The next generation of Stapleford’s membership were also welcomed!

ThE EvEnT Stapleford Park M embers’ Evening Scores of people recently got together at Stapleford Park Country House Hotel and Sporting Estate recently to enjoy Champagne and canapés at their annual Members’ Evening. Held at the heart of the main house in its luxurious saloon area, the event gave both long-standing and new members the opportunity to enjoy a friendly chat, meet members of the estate’s management team and look forward to another year of enjoying the venue’s facilities. Membership provides access to a busy social calendar with regular house events such as Bonfire Night, Christmas Carol Concert and many other annual sporting activities. For more information, visit www.staplefordpark.com.

The event was just one in a calendar of events for the estate’s members.

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THE EVENT Stapleford

M embers’ Champagne Evening

Members enjoyed a glass of fizz in the hotel’s saloon.

Stapleford Park offers dining, accommodation and leisure facilties.

Images shown here are by Lionel Heap.

Purchase photographs from this event online.

Visit www.pridemagazines.co.uk.

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WeLcome home

The Supermodel Cottage

chuRch TREES

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Chris and Hannah have made the property their own with an eclectic mix of design classics.

The property has four bedrooms, four reception rooms and is now on the market for £895,000.

church Trees

A ’locATion houSE’ uSED in SomE oF ThE uk’S moST PRESTiGiouS mAGAzinES, chuRch TREES iS ThE PRoPERTy EquivAlEnT oF A ToP SuPERmoDEl. WE ASk chRiS AnD hAnnAh bEmbRiDGE Why ThEy’RE SEEkinG nEW cuSToDiAnS....

Photographs: Jan Baldwin and Savills.

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ver the years we’ve seen a number of stone cottages nestling in pretty villages with charming original features. However, this month’s 17th century Grade II listed cottage is somewhat exceptional. Many of the UK’s top homes and gardens magazines believe so too; that’s why the property, located in Leicestershire’s Vale of Belvoir, has featured in numerous magazines from Living Etc, and Homes & Gardens to Country Living and Red, to name a few.

labourers cottages that were, at some point, knocked together. During their incorporation, the stone mullion window from a property on the adjacent Welby Estate was also included.”

The couple had to replace shattered tiles to repair a roof that was falling in, reinstate floors and dry out the property’s stonework following years of neglect.

Fortunately, there were plenty of original features which became apparent during the renovation, like the cottage’s original beams. With these being reinstated as

It’s the stone and mortar equivalent of a supermodel, There were many original features which were revealed but thankfully, without a as the renovation progressed, and as Chris and Hannah supermodel’s temperament, worked really hard to bring Church Trees back to life... thanks in no small part to user-friendly restoration carried out by owners Chris and Hannah Bembridge. the project went on, a little more of the cottage’s perThe couple met whilst working together at an sonality revealed itself as the renovation progressed. advertising agency and set up their own business some The property has four reception rooms and four bedtime later, creating branding and imagery for interiors rooms and despite its traditional appearance, has been companies like the Little Greene Paint Company, brought right up to date for modern family life by Plantation Rugs and Lakeland. means of an en suite to the master bedroom, separate The owners are from Norfolk and Nottingham respecutility room and with Hannah and Chris’s affinity for tively; Hannah says the couple moved to the area to be design classics like their Eames chair and retro G-Plan equidistant from their families and to take advantage of furniture. space nearby for her equestrian interests. When they Step through the front door and the entrance hall is came to the cottage in 2009, it looked very different, flanked by a large farmhouse kitchen and a spacious and it took more than a superficial makeover to create dining room with bright whitewashed walls, marblethe property we see today. topped tulip dining table and tulip chairs - a Spitalfields “The house was built in the 1800s but we don’t have an find - as well as original beams and one of several exact date.” says Hannah. “It was formerly four farm Morsø wood burning stoves.

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WELCOME HOME

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Chris and Hannah have made the property their own and live with their two young children, Benjamin and Francesca...

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WELCOME HOME

The propertyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s garden looks out over a lake and the adjacent Welby Estate.

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The kitchen was refurbished with marble toppers and Little Greene paint. It has a four oven Aga, antique dresser and a blackboard wall for family reminders upon which the children can display their artwork.

church Trees Photo: Savills and Jan Baldwin.

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WELCOME HOME

With its optimistic bright white appearance and modernist furnishings it’s almost Scandinavian in style - no surprise as Chris’s family is part Finnish.

There’s more of the same in the main drawing room which also features one of The Plantation Rugs company’s wool rugs designed by Hannah and the

“The gardens attract a huge variety of wildlife; we’ve seen kingfishers, sparrowhawks, and rutting deer over the boundary. The place always holds something back, there’s always something new to see!”

Chris has renovated a potting shed in the property’s courtyard and has planted most of the garden from seed.

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team at their agency. Throughout the cottage French Oak - imported specially by the couple - is used to give the floors their beautiful rustic look.

Meanwhile, Chris’s man-den is clearly the snug. Quite aside from the Deborah Bowness Genuine Fake Books wallpaper, used to give the illusion of a study, the G-Plan retro furniture and mix of modern and retro guitars and amplifiers creates a trendy feel that beautifully reconciles the young trendy family with their period home.

In the kitchen, the period feel has been retained with an antique dresser - previously belonging to Hannah’s mother - requisitioned to provide display space.

That’s in addition to a bespoke kitchen topped with marble from one of the couple’s other clients, Mandarin Stone.

A quirky feature we love is the small area of wall painted in blackboard paint for the couple’s two children, Benjamin Gray and Francesca Bluebell to display their artwork and for the couple to write their family reminders on. It’s a truly smashing kitchen, really homely and warm; a feeling underlined by the cream Aga and antique dining table with Eames Dowel chairs.

The kitchen would be our favourite feature of the cottage were it not for the existence of Chris’s potting shed. The grounds were in a ‘total state’ according to the couple, and having completed the restoration of the cottage itself the couple turned their attention to clearing half an acre of brambles, and creating a vegetable patch with chicken coop so the family can grow and enjoy good food, plus a potting shed retreat to maintain the effort Chris has put into creating a lovely cottage garden.

“We cleared the plot and made the lake visible from the bottom of the garden.” says Hannah. “It attracts an amazing range of wildlife; we’ve seen kingfishers, sparrowhawks and deer rutting on the Welby Estate!”

Keen to begin a new project, the couple have put the property onto the market with Savills, and are seeking new custodians for the cottage. Ideally, they’d love another family to continue the property’s legacy as a beautiful family home. No matter where Hannah and Chris find themselves next, though, they’ll always remember the property they brought back to life and made famous in the pages of many glossy magazine; Church Trees is a photogenic home with true star quality.

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Church Trees owners: chris and hannah bembridge. style: Formerly four farm labourerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cottages converted into spacious country property. receptions: Four, currently arranged as lounge, dining room, snug and dining kitchen. bedrooms: Four.

Guide Price: ÂŁ895,000. agents: Savills nottingham, Fletcher Gate, nottingham, nG1 1qq.

Tel: 0115 934 8000 Website: www.savills.com.

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BATHROOM STyLE

STyLE & STORAGE A family business specialising in kitchens, bathrooms and now bedrooms too, Devonports works with clients throughout Rutland with in-house fitters and full project management...

Over 14 years experience and a full design and project management service ensures that Devonports can create the bathroom of your dreams.

This installation in a quaint cottage necessitated a practical bathroom with lots of built-in storage for the obligatory lotions and potions that both men & women have these days, without making the room too sterile.

Beautiful beams and a sloping roof plus the solid flooring added traditional style to the room whilst Mereway’s Sargasso range in light oak was used to reconcile a traditional room with a modern bathroom installation.

A fully back to wall pan and solid mineral white surface with integrated basin creates a hygienic room whilst a Sargasso mirror with illumination and shaker style cabinetry helps to preserve the style of the room and provide a place for pampering.

“Our years of installation experience have given us the benefit of working with many products from many many different companies.” says Stephen Devonport.

“We’re able to offer sanitary ware, showers, shower enclosures, taps, furniture, mirrors, radiators and accessories and are more than happy to put these alongside the Devonports name.” more information: Devonports, 43-45 Bridge street, Deeping st James Pe6 8ha.tel: 01778 346415. www.devonportskitchensbathrooms.co.uk.

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For more information see www.devonportskitchensbathrooms.co.uk

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BATHROOM STyLE

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BATHROOM STyLE

TRADITIONAL LOOK A traditional looking home and neutral colour palette doesn’t mean a stark, cold bathroom. orchid bathrooms in Peterborough recommends heritage bathrooms’s new victoria range for the finest country homes...

Beautiful homes deserve beautiful bathrooms from design to completion, and fortunately, that’s exactly what Peterboroughs Orchid Bathrooms’s Chris and Stephanie Irvine provide.

For this period property, Heritage Bathrooms’s New Victoria range has been used to create a look which mimics the Victorian architecture of the property.

A Dorchester pedestal sink and a Victoria freestanding bath work well with stripped white floorboards and Clifton heated towel rail to ensure a combination of luxury and modern functionality.

The firm was established in 1988, and only focuses on creating bathrooms, using specialist knowledge and trusted in-house fitters, plumbers, electrical, gas and tiling tradesmen.

Stocking the latest European names in designer bathrooms like Ambience Bain, Laufen, Vitra and Hansgrohe, the firm works with budgets of between £5,0000 and £30,000 and creates around 50 beautiful bathrooms every year.

“Our real forté is our customer service.” says Chris. “We treat our customers exactly as we would want to be treated and that’s why we’ve a huge number of satisfied customers, delighted not just with the finished room, but with the way it was achieved.” more information: Orchid Bathrooms ltd, Mount Pleasant, stanground, Peterborough Pe2 8hW. tel: 01733 569226.

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For more information see www.orchidbathroomsltd.co.uk

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BATHROOM STyLE

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BATHROOM STyLE

DESIGNER STyLE nGi Design of Stamford’s newly refurbished bathroom showroom and its new tile centre provides those seeking lavish contemporary style and cutting-edge design with loads of inspiration... showcasing design is what Stamford’s NGI Design does best. The company was established 15 years ago and has been providing luxury homes with cutting edge contemporary products ever since.

The company provides sleek kitchens, bathrooms and bedrooms, free-standing furniture, lighting and finishing touches.

For bathrooms that means names like Kaldewei, Hidrobox, Dornbracht, Victoria & Albert and Laufen, with rooms designed and installed in-house with full project management.

From Laufen comes Palomba, which is now available to view in the firm’s bathroom showroom on Stamford’s St Martins.

The firm has combined the range of smooth contoured ceramics with their organic shapes with equally natural looking Marazzi Treverk tiles in cappuccino. These porcelain tiles have a texture designed to emulate wood.

“The ethos behind our work is to combine functionality with distinctive design and high quality fittings.” say the firm’s Neil Partridge and Darren Cherry. “We will realise a bathroom which is both practical and inspiring for everyone of our customers, yet each will be different and each will feature contemporary design, attention to detail and unrivalled quality.” more information: NGi Design, 4-6 high street, stamford, lincolnshire Pe9 2lF. tel: 01780 766899.

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BATHROOM STyLE

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IN THE GARDEN

Sowing Biennials...

From forget-me-nots to foxgloves, pansies to poppies, now is the time to sow biennials, and youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be treated to a riot of colour next season...

This month, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll show that, when it comes to biennials, patience really is a virtue!

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GARDENING

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t’s always good to get a head start on the gardening season, so for flowers that bridge the gap between spring and summer try growing biennials such as Forget-me-not, Foxgloves, Sweet William and Wallflowers for flowering next year. These can be sown in July for a wonderful display next spring. Since many biennials are wild flowers, they’re easy to grow and a delight to behold in spring.

Generally speaking, biennials are sown in the nursery area of the garden or in a seed bed where they can grow without being disturbed until they’re ready to be transplanted. Seeds sown this month will result in fledgeling plants that are strong enough to be transferred to their flowering positions in a couple of months, normally when the summer bedding plants have given of their colourful best.

General advice is to scatter seeds of varieties like wallflower, sweet william and foxgloves into a large seed tray filled with compost.

These will germinate in around 10 days and can be pricked out a couple of weeks later. Whilst biennials will germinate and produce shoots this year, they won’t flower until 2014, so once they shoot, they should be transferred to borders so their roots can become well-established over winter.

Sweet William Sweet William is a biennial that belongs to the Dianthus family, which also includes Carnations and Pinks. It features low mounds of grass-like foliage with

Opposite; This Sweet William (Dianthus barbatus 'Auricula) is a prolific, self-supporting biennial that comes in a range of colours. Above/Left; Foxglove Camelot from Thompson & Morgan.

Above; Parsley is also a biennial.

Left; Variegated Wallflower Winter Sorbet.

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Plant your seeds in pots and compost trays now, transferring them as fledgeling plants to their growing position in a month or two. cheery pink, red, purple, white or violet flowers which are often bicoloured.

Sweet William is one of the hardiest biennials, and can even survive a mild winter. It’s an easy-to-grow flower that will happily self-seed and survives well in a well-drained spot out of fierce heat.

Foxgloves Another biennial, the Foxglove, thrives in semi-shade and lighter, cooler soil. Digitalis purpurea f. albiflora is a great white variety, but look to Sutton’s Apricot and Thompson & Morgan’s Camelot Trio for displays of purple and pink.

Wallflowers Romantic and wonderful wallflowers look great with a mix of colours and can be cut for a great flower display in your home too. Sear the ends in boiling water and a splash of vinegar and they’ll last for a week. Opt for Fire King for a bright red display, Vulcan and Ivory Giant for bright purple and pure white respectively.

Iceland Poppies With a texture resembling crumpled chiffon, iceland poppies come in yellows, apricots and pinks, and look stunning. Papaver nudicaule is a variety of meadow pastels that are hardy, preferring moist but well-draining soil.

Stocks Matthiola incana is by far the best of the stock family, it flowers well in its second season and may survive to a third. Keep picking or dead-heading it to keep it looking good. An occasional general feed boosts the foliage and stops it turning yellow at the base.

Main; Iceland poppies look beautiful and are great self-seeders.

Right; Sweet William is an easy-to-grow biennial that comes in a range of colours.

The aim of biennials is to have large bushy plants ready to plant into their flowering positions in autumn at the time you are busily planting spring flowering bulbs...

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GARDENING

IN THE GARDEN

Jobs for July

£ Have you sown herbs in your garden? If you harvest them now, you will be able add a little something extra to your meals. Pick sage and bay leaves and dry them. If you store them in an air-tight container or glass pot, they will remain useable for a long time.

£ July is also the perfect month for sowing plants such as pansies and forget-me-nots.

Keep the seeds nice and damp for the best results.

£ If you are going away, don’t forget to ask a good neighbour or friend to look after your pots and containers - they will need regular watering. The pond also needs to be topped up regularly: in warm weather the water evaporates quite quickly. This causes the water level to drop, and pond plants can end up dry.

£ Wisteria forms many searching shoots which may extend to spots where you don’t want them to be. Cut them back to around fifteen centimetres. Summer raspberries will usually have finished by the end of July. All the stems which have borne fruit can then be cut back as far as possible.

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£ ben stevenson of you and beyond

£ de montfort - celebrating 100 years!

, What s On... £ de montfort hall

£ youth fly fishing

£ this is the kit

This month sees the 100th anniversary of De Montfort Hall, founded in 1913 on Leicester’s Granville Road.

A fun day for 10-17 year olds on Sunday 14th July from 8.30am organised by Rutland Water Fly Fishers.

Join them on 20th July for a centenary celebration with special guest, TV’s ‘Go Compare’ opera singer Wynne Evans for some of the most popular film and TV music and a fun evening that the whole family can enjoy.

Entry £15, including tackle and boat hire, fishing permit and lunch.

See the website for more details.

Uppingham’s Goldmark Gallery invites you to enjoy folk rock band This is the Kit, playing live in the gallery’s Front Room on Sunday 21st July. The group features Kate Stables playing banjo, guitar and a voice of unaffected clarity accompanied by her Wild Band creating primal electric textures onto songs of sheer beauty. www.goldmarkart.com Tel: 01572 821424

Wynne Evans will compère the evening as well as singing some of the best-loved opera music of all time – Nessun Dorma and O Sole Mio, from ‘that’ ice cream advert.

Also performing will be Leicester Philharmonic Choir, founded in 1886 and performing throughout De Montford’s 100 year history. Tickets £19, £17/conc. www.demontforthall.co.uk tel: 0116 233 3111.

www.rutlandwaterflyfishers.co.uk

£ nevill arms Celebrate Independence Day at the Nevill Arms at Medbourne near Market Harborough. The recently restored Grade II listed inn and restaurant is offering a special menu of home made gourmet beef burger or BBQ honey ribs and an assiette of US desserts with two courses for just £18.95 on 4th July. www.thenevillarms.net Tel: 01858 565288

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WHAT’S ON

Get ready for the

2013 Burghley Horse Trials...

TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR ONE OF THE TOUGHEST FOUR-STAR EQUESTRIAN EVENTS IN THE WORLD!

£ OSPREY CRUISING ON THE RUTLAND BELLE

£ YOU AND BEYOND

£ OSPREY CRUISES

Celebrate the third anniversary of Stamford’s You and Beyond this month, and you could win £3,000 worth of Pandora Jewellery. The St Mary’s Street retailer’s special day takes place on Saturday 6th July from 9.30am.

One of the most exciting ways of seeing Ospreys at Rutland Water is to take a guided trip with members of the Rutland Osprey Project project team aboard the Rutland Belle.

Sail to the parts of the reservoir where you stand the best chance of seeing fishing Ospreys and, with a bit of luck, you’ll be rewarded with spectacular views.

Each evening cruise begins with refreshments and an introductory talk at the Anglian Water Birdwatching Centre, Egleton, then with a short drive to Whitwell, the Rutland Belle will set sail.

Available on Wednesday at 4.30pm and Saturday evenings at 3:45pm.

All cruises last 1.5 hours and cost £18/person (£12 for under 16s). www.ospreys.org.uk Tel: 01572 770651

Spend £65 and you’ll win a beautiful piece of Pandora jewellery, plus you’ll have the chance to enter a competition to win an £80 Pandora cherry blossom necklace.

You & Beyond Jewellery will be overflowing with £3,000 worth of jewellery gifts, cupcakes and drinks as the store is transformed to mark its third birthday.

The first 100 customers who make a purchase will be able to select a draw from a life-size jewellery tower to win a beautiful piece of Pandora jewellery. www.youstamford.co.uk Tel: 01780 755996

Save the date now! The Land Rover Burghley Horse Trials Box Office will be open this month with significant savings for those purchasing tickets in advance for the famous international sporting event.

The Trials take place from 5th-8th September 2013) and are the most hotly-contested in the country’s calendar.

The competition starts with two days of dressage in the main arena on Thursday (and Friday), while Saturday is cross country day, when 80 horse and rider combinations will test their mettle around Burghley’s famous course which is designed by Captain Mark Phillips.

The competition comes to its climax with show jumping on Sunday to determine who will carry home the Land Rover Perpetual Challenge Trophy and the substantial prize fund.

Burghley is more than just horses, it is acknowledged as one of the major British social occasions and is especially renowned for its shopping. So whether it’s the excitement of watching the world's top riders in action - many of whom will have won medals at last year’s London 2012 Olympics - or the lure of the famous retail village with new exhibits every year, the event provides activities and displays to appeal to all the family.

For information and bookings, visit: www.burghley-horse.co.uk or call 01933 304 744.

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73 attended the three-day event, which takes place each year, though members meet briefly each month in the summer.

ThE EvEnT Rolls Royce Enthusiasts’ Club Concours Barnsdale Lodge in Rutland recently hosted the Rolls Royce Enthusiasts’ Club annual three day meeting. The group has 10,000 members nationwide and around 150 in this area. 73 people attended the event and described Rutland as being “An impressive, beautiful county with virtually no traffic, the perfect driving county!” The group is open to all Rolls Royce and Bentley owners and includes members with models from 1904 to the present day. “We were really impressed with Barnsdale Lodge, the hospitality was lovely and it had a beautiful country inn feel!” said organiser Jeff Dennis.

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Robert Jenkins with his pre-war Bentley.

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THE EVENT Rolls

Royce Concours at Barnsdale Lodge

Roy Harill’s 1935 Rolls Royce 20/25.

Organiser Jeff Dennis and his 1959 Silver Cloud.

Sharon Carnell brought along her 1912 Rolls Royce Silver Ghost.

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Rutland Pride’s polo team competing in last year’s Rutland Polo Club Hartopp Tournament.

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Summer Hobbies

Discover Polo in Rutland

Rutland Polo...

The so-called sport of kings is a fast, furious and skillful equestrian sport and a true challenge for any sporting enthusiast.... but it’s also accessible and welcoming than its aristocratic reputation would lead you to believe...

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olo is a sport laden with preconception; on TV or in movies, it’s usually portrayed as the preserve of the wealthy or an exclusive set for a select few to enjoy. In fact, nothing is further from the truth; the county’s two clubs, Rutland Polo Club and Ranksboro Polo Club, both work really hard to ensure as many people as possible can enjoy the sport right here in Rutland, as we found out recently... >> >>

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Summer Hobbies

Discover Polo in Rutland

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Rutland Polo Club was established in 1971 by Col Tony Gilks.

It was officially recognised as a club by the Hurlingham Polo Association, the sport’s governing body, a year later.

Considering it’s England’s smallest county, Rutland is exceptionally good at providing entertainment for those who love polo. With two clubs in close proximity, a thriving fixtures list and progressive polo enthusiasts keen to introduce more people into the sport, it’s a great breeding ground for new talent, and a great ambassador for the sport.

Often portrayed as elitist and exclusive, hardly helped by it being known as the ‘sport of kings,’ polo’s reputation as a culture sub rosa is undeserved. It’s fast, it’s furious, and it sees men (and some ladies) and well trained horses in perfect harmony, with a keen social element too including the chance to enjoy a Pimm’s on the lawn, lunch and the chance to socialise with like-minded equine folk.

Currently, there are 72 polo clubs in the UK, with 5 clubs opening in the last month, compared to a decade ago there being only 46 clubs, polo is indeed growing rapidly.

These have around 3,000 registered players and the sport is administered by the Hurlingham Polo Association.

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This summer, spectators are welcome as the Rutland Polo club hosts its most exciting tournaments; the Assam Cup on 30th June, Mobil Cup on 6th-7th July, Hartopp and Belvoir Trophies on 20th-21st July and Escalina Cup on 27th July.

The club was established in 1971 by Col Tony Gilks, Major Charlie Humfrey and Mike Seckington, following the demise of a previous club established in Melton Mowbray in 1909 which ceased to function in the 1930s.

In 1993 the club moved from the county’s showground onto a dedicated site at Langham, and in 2005 Ranksboro was established as the county’s second polo club, with the two clubs now co-existing nicely and welcoming newcomers to the sport.

“People shy away from spectating, possibly because of their preconceptions which is a shame because it’s a welcoming community, with tournaments every fortnight in Rutland throughout the summer months, often with free entry for spectators making it a fantastic social venue for many” says Juliette Brasher.

“Many top players start young via their local Pony Club, the Cottesmore in our case. Others include experienced riders of other disciplines and even those who have never ridden before taking up polo lessons, some of who progress to become successful and popular players and ‘patrons.’

Spectators who do not understand ‘what’s going on’ during a match are recommended to ask any of us ‘in the know’, who are happy to give you a basic explanation of the rules, who is who and maybe even their own personal connection with the game.

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However some adults, both experienced riders and those who have never ridden before, can quickly progress from polo lessons to playing members.â&#x20AC;?

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Summer Hobbies

Discover Polo in Rutland

The sport can be very fast-paced, displaying a combination of horsemanship, teamwork and co-ordination.

Matches usually comprise four chukkas of seven and a half minutes and a final chukka of seven minutes with ponies changed at each chukka and some also changed half way through each chukka.

Play begins with a throw-in of the ball by the umpire at the opening of each chukka and after each goal. Each team has four players and aim to shoot the ball through their opponent’s goal. After each goal, the direction of play is reversed. The most important rule is right of way. During play there is an imaginary line of ball.

When a player has established that line, if another player crosses it close enough to be dangerous, or causes the first player to slow up, a foul is committed and a penalty given. A player may use his horse to push another player away (whilst side by side, shoulder to shoulder) from the ball, or hook an opponent’s stick.

Once a team is established, the ‘patron’ usually a player himself, can employ the services of a polo professional whose handicap is usually 2 goal plus (Handicaps range from -2 to a rare perfect 10) which lift the handicap of the overall team. Polo ponies are often between 14.2hh and 16.1hh with the average being 15.2hh they can be dedicated polo pony breeds like Argentinian Corolla crosses to thoroughbreds from all over the world and a great new job for the smaller, stockier ex racehorses (with plenty of retraining).

Polo ponies can reach speeds of up to 40mph so the combination of riding, stopping and turning at speed, negotiating other players, juggling both whip, reins & mallet, obeying the rules and taking a shot with a 52 inch ‘stick results in a fast, engaging game for spectators, players and ponies alike.

Rutland Polo Club is a member’s club which welcomes teams and spectators to its Langham grounds. Just down the road is Ranksboro Polo Club which has a huge 100m x 50m all-weather arena, two match 86

Rutland Pride took last year’ s Hartopp Tournament trophy, presented by Club Vice President Edwin de Lisle... grounds, livery facilities and good quiet ‘polo school ponies’, which are available for hire and lessons for individuals or large groups.

The two clubs do compete in ‘friendlies,’ but also work together to promote the sport in the county. Looking for a challenge to get into polo? As well as watching or learning to play, there’s a great social scene too, with Rutland Polo Club hosting its annual end of season ball and members’ lunches throughout the season of which all are welcome to join as ‘social member’.

Great to watch, easy to take up with a great social scene and good presence in the county, both Rutland Polo Club and Ranksboro’s tournaments is a great way to discover the sport for yourself, opposite we’ve presented a few suggested events throughout July, each one a chance to enjoy a chukka or two in Rutland and find out why, even if polo is the sport of kings, we can all be kings, for a day.

Last year’s competitors include Rutland Pride winners of the Hartopp Trophy (main) and Stapleford Park Country House Hotel’s team (right).

For more information on rutland Polo club call the club secretary on 07889 173798 or see www.rutland poloclub.co.uk.

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Where to Watch Polo Fixtures and chukkas at Rutland’s two polo clubs this month - each event welcomes spectators...

£ rutlaND POlO cluB 25th-30th June:

berkeley insurance group assam cup Findlay Trophy (Three Day) 20th-21st July: The hartopp Trophy The sporting Designs belvoir cup 27th July: escalina cup (Ladies) 3rd-4th August: The bronze horse The Wilkinson sword 21st August: The Whitbread Trophy 24th-26th August: The ruddles cup The sandicliffe cup

£ raNksBOrO POlO cluB 28th July: Tournament 17th/18th August: Tournament 31st Aug/1st Sept: Tournament

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Image: normanton church, William kirstein.

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ENJOy

Enjoy...

RuTlAnDWater This month we celebrate Rutland Water - a place where everyone can relax and enjoy some peace and quiet, or indulge their energetic side with activities like kayaking, canoeing, cycling, fishing or walking...

Words: Rob Davis. Pictures: Andy balmford/William kirstein.

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he best thing about Rutland Water in the summer is being surrounded by families and couples all doing their own thing: cycling, fishing, sailing, walking or enjoying a summer picnic.

The atmosphere is always one of fun and relaxation, but according to Anglian Water’s Sally Ball, who’s responsible for ensuring everyone has a great time at the water, there are still some Rutlanders who don’t know about all of the activities there are to enjoy on the water’s edge!

No matter... here, we’ve presented a few of our favourite suggestions for summer fun in Rutland this month!

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utland Water is just 36 years old but it’s so established it could easily be mistaken for a natural feature of the Rutland landscape.

Planning and consultation took ten years, ending in the Empingham Reservoir Act 1979. Its name was changed to Rutland Water in 1976 in response to local views when it first opened.

Construction of its pumping stations, tunnels and pipelines, and its dam and treatment works, took place between 1975 and 1978.

Anglian Water’s Sally Ball this month helps us to decide how best to enjoy ourselves...

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£ BOat hire Whitwell Water Park allows families to hire dinghies, canoes, kayaks and rowing boats.

The team have around 40 boats for hire, with booking recommended but not always necessary. no experience is necessary and you can hire one-to-four man kayaks (£6-£18/1 hour, £18-£54/ 4 hours, £20/deposit), canoes (£18/1 hour, £54/4 hour, £20/ deposit) and rowing boats (£20/1 hour, £60/4 hours, £20/deposit). if you’ve ‘no gear and no idea’ you can also take advantage of tuition from one of the site’s seven permanent instructors; personal tuition is from £30/hour for individuals or small groups. you can also see the water with a leisure cruise on the Rutland belle (£9.50/hour) from Whitwell and normanton. call 01572 787630.

£ WiNDsurFiNG in addition to sailing, the site offers hire of windsurfing equipment, with beginner, intermediate and advanced boards and mast & boom hire from £15-£25 (deposits £20/£25). if you’ve never tried it before, windsurfing is an incredible experience. With great physical and technical skill needed at higher levels, yet great fun to be had with the whole family when starting out, an nyA approved starter course on rutland Water is a great way to experience the sport for the first time. best of all, one to one tuition is also available at the centre for beginners from just £39/hour, with intermediate and advanced tuition also available.

For more information on Rutland Watersports, call 01780 460154 or see www.anglianwater.co.uk.

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ENJOy

The largest man-made reservoir in Europe, Rutland Water covers around 3,100 acres, with 25.9 miles of shoreline. It’s 120ft deep, contains 124,00,000m3 of water, and services 500,000 people with fresh water at a daily rate of 270,000,000 litres.

The site was run by a leaseholder until 1999 whereupon Anglian Water took over and as part of their duty of care, wanted to ensure that as many people as possible use the site in as safe a way as possible.

Highlights of the water include the North Shore’s Whitwell Water Park, Egleton’s bird watching centre and the South Shore’s Lyndon Nature Reserve...

Images: andy balmford andy@andybalmford.co.uk, Facebook.com/rutlandphotography.

£ cycliNG aND WalkiNG cycling around Rutland Water is one of life’s simple pleasures when it’s a nice day and everyone is enjoying the reservoir! keen cyclists take their own bikes and begin at normanton or Whitwell, but you can hire cycles to spare the hassle of transporting bikes. our recommendation is oakham’s Get lost (01572 868712, www.getlostinrutland.co.uk) who hire biocycle electrically assisted bikes - great for the route’s inclines.

Rutland’s Water Cycle Routes, each starting at Whitwell include: route 1 – Suitable for families with small children. Distance three miles return, from Whitwell. Follow the cycle track around the shoreline. After a mile you will reach Sykes lane, empingham. here you will find a fun adventure playground for children ice cream kiosks and refreshments.

route 2 – Suitable for all.

Distance eight miles return from Whitwell. From Sykes lane, cycle over the Dam towards Normanton church and to the Sailing club in the village of Edith Weston. route 3 – Distance 26 miles round trip; carry on past the Sailing club along the cycle track through berrybutt Spinney. you’ll enter the nature Reserve briefly at Gibbets Gorse. Follow the cycle track signs marked on the road to Manton. Then turn right down the hill passing the horse & Jockey.

Go under the bridge and follow the track to the right. The cycle route takes you through picturesque egleton. Turn right for the hambleton peninsula’s perimeter track. Turn right again, along a tarmac track and right along the track through barnsdale car park and return to Whitwell.

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ormanton Church on the water’s main basin was originally a medieval church, reconstructed in local stone in 1826 by Thomas Cundy.

Upon construction of the reservoir, the church’s floor was raised by over three metres and the surrounding embankment was created, saving it from destruction. In 1986 the site was re-opened as an interpretation centre by Anglian Water.

Today it attracts 30,000 visitors each year, and is a museum to the construction of the reservoir, and though deconsecrated in 1970, it gained a civil license in 2010 so couples could be married there.

Images: andy balmford andy@andybalmford.co.uk, Facebook.com/rutlandphotography.

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£BirDWatchiNG Anglian Water and the leicestershire and Rutland Wildlife trust work symbiotically to manage 1,000 acres of ‘no sail’ land on the western edge of the water.

There are nine lagoons, and 31 hides with birdwatching centre featuring interpretation at Egleton.

The site’s lyndon Nature reserve is the home of the Rutland osprey project which has, since it began in 2001, successfully reintroduced the species and can be seen throughout July until around September.

This month also sees two natural history Photography courses on 11th and 12th July, and a birdwatching walk on Friday 26th July with Terry mitchum of the Rutland natural history Society. 16th-18th August will also see the water host birdfair, ‘the birdwatcher’s Glastonbury.’

£ FishiNG rutland Water offers some of the best fly fishing in Europe; with a guide it’s a great place for the more knowledgeable, but even novices can dip their rods into the water for the first time with an introductory course.

Rob Waddington offers fantastic fly fishing experience days with half days from £100 and full days from £200. he’s based at Barnsdale and smokes his own fish for use in his b&b, so you’re assured of a wonderful lunch, too!

For more information call 01572 722422 or see www.thelodgebarnsdale.co.uk.

Alternatively, Anglian Water offers coarse fishing at Sykes lane, with a wide range of permit options from £23 and motorboat hire from £26/day.

For more information call 01780 686441 or see www.anglianwater.co.uk.

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Carry on Camping

With Get Lost Fold-down silicone kettle £29.99, washing up bowl £15.99 and bucket £16.99

by Outwell.

Technology tames the wild: wireless Bluetooth speaker for MP3 players etc £39.99, Freeloader solar charger for iPod, iPad, iPhone, Blackberry, sat nav etc... £33.33 and Macgellan geocache £116.66. Satmap mobile sports sat nav £399.

Coleman camping lanterns; Hanging lantern with velcro strap £36.99, Duo with lift-off lantern £59.99 and work light £36.99 all use rechargeable cells.

Vango Airbeam Genesis 500 tent - five berth, £525.

Airbeam range costs from £250 to £925 and uses a foot pump (included) to create a structure with a stable, rigid cross-beam.

ThE WiSh liST

(Below) Vango Inflatable sofa £24.99. Also available are matching chairs £15.

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Byocycle folding electric bicycle £799 from a range of Byocycles that charge up to provide powered transport at up to a speed of 30 kilometres per hour.

ThE WiSh liST With...

Get Lost at Rutland Garden Centre, Ashwell

(Left) Vango Camp folding kitchen with independently adjustable legs, and storage pockets £65. (Below) Outwell Bamboo four person melamine tableware set £26.99.

(Right) Five collapsible camping pans including frying pan from Outwell £45.99.

Rutland’s Get Lost is amazing! Whether you’re a farmer, equestrian fan, or if you’re into camping, golf, or walking.

The company, run by katherine horner and family, has everything you need, from technical clothing to top of the range bicycles, camping equipment and walking shoes.

Above: Victorinox Swiss Army knives from £12.49 to £117.99. Shown here is 24 function Handyman model; £55.99.

Left: Campingaz folding three in one grill, griddle and stove with ignition; £99.99.

There’s a large range of technology from GPS to geocaching systems, and the latest optics for birdwatchers plus a large outdoor tent exhibition with around 20 erected tents to view. From Airbeam tents that take seconds to put up and employ inflatable crossbeams to ensure stability and rigidity, to power assisted bikes to buy or hire, and a full range of clothing from names like Páramo, Get lost has equipment which is innovative, modern and rugged enough to survive no matter what your preferred outdoor pursuit.

Visit get Lost at rutland Village in rutland garden centre, on ashwell road, oakham Le15 7Qn. alternatively call 01572 868712 or see www.getlostinrutland.co.uk.

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The racecourse next month hosts its Big Bank Holiday Fun Day event.

ThE EvEnT Huntingdon Racecourse Ladies Day 2,000 racegoers enjoyed Huntingdon Racecourse’s Ladies Day recently, which featured six races, a Clarins & Cupcakes event and live jazz music from The Gershwin Gang. The event’s Best Dressed Couple were Mr and Mrs King of Newmarket, who won an overnight spa stay for two at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire, whilst Best Dressed Lady was Becky Taylor from Ely. Becky won a Spa Relaxation day for two at Whittlebury Hall. The racecourse will host its Big Bank Holiday Fun Day on Monday 26th August, for more information and ticket details call 0844 579 3007 or see www.huntingdon-racecourse.co.uk.

Photos: Don Lambert.

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THE EVENT Huntingdon

Ladies Day

The event featured six races throughout the day.

There were prizes for the best dressed lady and the best dress couple!

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THE FASHION PAGES

A Summer of

Fashion

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£ GarDeN Party yellow sunshine sleeveless dress with printed clouds on single jersey, £79. necklace with mixture of beads, £23. navy striped cotton top in single jersey, £39 and navy short sleeved cardigan in linen cotton, £75 with navy skinny shorts with printed flower dots in woven stretch £59.

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igh summer means high temperatures, high fashion and the chance to revel in relaxed style.

Key style tips this month include loose, layered silhouetted separates with long, flowing maxi-dresses, short tunics and three-quarter lengths trousers.

Materials this season are relaxed, but sturdy enough to wear all day.

New fabrics include overprinted linen, fine soft lawn cotton, and opaque woven jersey.

Contrasting prints are placed together to make a bold statement. The season ends on a softer note with ink-blot florals.

This month we feature fashions from Sandwich, stocked by many of the county’s independent fashion retailers; wearable, well-made and stylish...

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£ GREEN WITH ENVY Nile Green short sleeved dress in garment dyed linen – £79.

>> £ ALL THINGS BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL Bright Lilac printed scarf, £25. Sleeveless maxi dress with wrap top and large stripe skirt printed on viscose, £99.

True red sleeveless dress in combo draped jersey, £65.

True red cardigan with three quarter sleeve in draped jersey, £69. Cotton cord necklace with bunch of beads, £25.

Nile Green short sleeved t-shirt in cotton jersey, £55.

Optical White Skinny pants in ultra-stretch cotton, £79.

Cotton cord bracelet with beads, £15.

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>> £ Blue skies aheaD optical White strappy singlet in light cotton and elastane, £22. bright ocean short sleeved blouse in fine lawn, £49. Wooden bead necklace, £23.

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>> £ Maxi-Dress grey sand/bright Lilac sleeveless maxi dress with ikat printed shapes in cotton modal jersey, £109.

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£ MaiN iMaGe sleeveless maxi dress with a wrap and top large stripe skirt printed on viscose, £99.

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The best of

both worlds T

he only private hospital facility in Lincolnshire, where profits are returned to the NHS for the benefit of all local NHS patients. Patients enjoy privacy and individual attention whilst having the reassurance that The Bostonian is adjacent to the sophisticated services of The Pilgrim Hospital, with its expert diagnostic and emergency medical and surgical facilities.

H Award Winning Sleep Apnoea Service Please visit our website to view the full range of services we offer

www.the-bostonian.co.uk Comfort & Peace of Mind The Bostonian is the private wing of Pilgrim Hospital and is set in its own grounds and gardens. There are 19 en-suite single rooms with digital TVs and telephone. Our dedicated housekeeping team ensure continually high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

Professional Expertise Almost any condition can be treated at The Bostonian by our dedicated team of professionals – most of our Consultants live only minutes away.

We welcome self referral and provide 24 hour medical cover.

Range of Payment Options Available We deal with all the major insurance companies and also offer Fixed Price packages for the uninsured.

The Bostonian Private Wing, Pilgrim Hospital, Sibsey Road, Boston, Lincs PE21 9QS Telephone: 01205 360606 / Facsimile: 01205 311442 www.the-bostonian.co.uk • ISO 9001:2008 accredited

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Pilgrim Hospital’s Private Wing

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Find somewhere to relax... with the

GooD sPa GuiDE Enjoy a day of peace and quiet, indulge in a massage or facial treatment, book an overnight stay with a partner or arrange a fun day with some friends. no matter how you choose to enjoy one of the area’s spas, we’re happy to recommend the county’s best places to relax and unwind!

Words: Rob Davis.

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THE SPA, AT STAPLEFORD PARK

Exclusively Excellent A beautiful location in a converted stable block provides exquisite spa facilities at the 500 acre Stapleford Park country estate. With clarins powered treatments and exceptional dining, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lots to love!

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THE GOOD SPA GuIDE

Stapleford Park Country House Hotel

stapleford Park is exclusively for everyone: The 500 acre country estate offers the last word in luxury for those seeking accommodation, dining, golf or country pursuits, so it comes as little surprise that its spa is just as luxurious.

Located in the Victorian stable block, its spa provides seven treatment rooms, a technogym which also offers regular classes, 22m pool, steam rooms, sauna and jacuzzi. The spa has chosen to ally itself with Clarins products for face/body treatments and OPI for nails.

It provides day packages from £70 which includes two treatments (and a choice of manicures, pedicures, massage or facial treatments) plus use of the spa’s facilities.

Even the spa’s Luxury Pamper package costs just £180 and includes lunch, dinner, and three treatments, whilst overnight packages are also available from £160.

Further value is assured by the spa’s provision of a monthly ‘special’ treatment, offered at a concessionary price, whilst regular spa-goers can join Stapleford as a member and benefit from discounted spa treatments, accommodation and dining.

There’s a choice of nine individual massage treatments, four facials plus manicures, pedicures, waxing and beauty treatments. In addition, there are a number of special treatments and therapies, from reflexology to Reiki and the spa is unique in offering Voyt yoga, too.

The former country pile of Lord Gretton, the property was acquired in the mid-1980s by American entrepreneur Bob Payton who refurbished Stapleford Park, before it passed to is current owner in 1994.

Today, it can boast 55 beautifully decorated bedrooms, excellent dining in both the Pavilion and the two AA-rosette Grinling Gibbons Dining Room, plus a number of private dining rooms.

A set lunch in the Grinling Gibbons is available for just £18.50/person with two choices for each course and a chance to sample the hotel’s cuisine - ideal following a relaxing spa experience.

Stapleford also provides an excellent afternoon tea and has facilities like its Capability Brown landscaped golf course and beautiful gardens for guests to enjoy.

With a beautiful setting, excellent facilities and great dining, Stapleford Park is highly recommended, definitely worth the short journey across the county borders.

£ sPa Facts Seven treatment rooms utilising Clarins and Opi products. Overnight stays and dining.

Day packages from £70 including use of spa facilities and two treatments.

Stapleford Park is based in the village of Stapleford near melton mowbray, leicestershire lE14 2EF. call 01572 787000 or see www.staplefordpark.com.

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BARNSDALE HALL HEALTH CLuB

A Country Club Spa barnsdale hall hotel oďŹ&#x20AC;ers the convenience of country club-style membership, but is open to all, providing the best of both worlds for those seeking a luxurious, relaxing spa experience...

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THE GOOD SPA GuIDE

Barnsdale Hall Health Club

£ sPa Facts

Barnsdale hall hotel is set within 65 beautiful, waterside acres of country club, and for the ultimate in Rutland relaxation, its health spa facilities are unsurpassed.

Spa partners Elemis and Jessica providing treatments for face & body, and luxurious manicures & pedicures, clients can choose from eight facials, nine body treatments and seven nail treatments.

Day spa packages begin at just £76, including Elemis’s Face & Body Sensation which includes a full body massage and anti-ageing facial treatment with mini manicure. That’s probably one of the best value packages, especially as it includes access to the spa’s extensive health club facilities too - there’s a 22m swimming pool, with spa pools, sauna, and steam room.

The spa also features a salon with styling and colouring, and anti-ageing treatments including Caci’s non-surgical facelift system with microdermabrasion and LED phototherapy.

Barnsdale Hall also offers floatation therapy which is designed to induce a state of deep relaxation, benefiting circulation and detoxifying the body, this can also be combined with a residential package for couples featuring an overnight stay. Men are also well-catered for with five men-only treatments using Elemis’s dedicated range, and there are packages for brides-tobe and mothers-and-daughters, too, as well as a full

Dedicated treatment areas, plus health club with pool, water area and temperature experiences. Excellent accommodation and dining facilities, timeshare ownership providing country club access available for regular visitors.

range of waxing and instant tanning treatments.

Residential breaks also enable spa-goers to take advantage of the site’s exceptional dining with the Brasserie Restaurant offering AA rosette standard dining. The hotel also offers afternoon tea for locals and timeshare ownership of its 49 lodges and cottages.

With a great location, lots of facilities and good value packages with the option of timeshare ownership, plus excellent accommodation and dining, Barnsdale Hall is often mistakenly thought of as a ‘members only’ country club. In fact, it’s open to anyone, and remains both welcoming, and great value too.

barnsdale hall is located at the water’s edge, near oakham, lE15 8Ab. For information call 01572 757901. or visit the website at www.barnsdale hotel.co.uk.

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EDEN HALL DAy SPA

Unforgettable Luxury oďŹ&#x20AC;ering absolute luxury in a dedicated day spa environment, Eden hall this month reveals brand new packages and introduces Aromatherapy Associates, making it even easier to choose a luxurious, relaxing treatment...

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THE GOOD SPA GuIDE

Eden Hall Day Spa

eden hall near Newark has always offered luxurious treatments in a dedicated day spa environment, but from this month it’s even easier to plan a visit thanks to a brand new range of packages.

The spa has consolidated and simplified its day packages with one half day and four full day packages.

Taste of Eden for just £49 offers use of facilities and classes from 2pm to 6.30pm and includes afternoon tea, whilst full day spa experiences begin with the Simply Spa Day, for just £85. There’s also a twilight Evening Escape package at £39 which provides evening access to the thermal suite from 7.30pm to 10.30pm on selected Wednesday and Friday evenings.

The spa’s top of the range day package, Perfectly Pampered, at £155, provides chocolates and champagne, a back massage and facial. In addition, there are 20 individual facial treatments and 25 body treatments, plus a range of manicures, pedicures and treatments like reiki and reflexology.

Visitors to Eden Hall also enjoy one of the largest and most well-appointed thermal suites with salt-water vitality pool, steam room, sauna, and water therapies.

Eden Hall also boasts a very well-equipped gym, and a programme of exercise and relaxation classes, plus an outdoor area with hot tubs and garden.

The spa’s restaurant, Seventh Heaven, and its Temptation café go well beyond its remit of providing spa-goers with a simple lunch. Their food shames most fully-fledged restaurants, with everything from

healthy salads and smoothies to home-made cakes and chocolate truffles.

In addition to its new spa packages, Eden Hall will this month also reveal a range of treatments based on products by its new Aromatherapy Associates brand.

The brand uses essential oils and active botanicals, and will be available in Eden Hall’s Ultimate Aromatherapy, Rose Hydrator Body Wrap, Age Repair Facial and Soothing Facial treatments. Prices start from £38 and the treatments can be added to any package.

Whilst Eden Hall is a day spa, it has recently partnered with quirky boutique hotel Manor Court to provide overnight packages from £330.

Built in 1875 in traditional stone, Eden Hall looks beautiful, and its restaurant and palm conservatory areas are stunning. Its spa facilities, meanwhile, are thoroughly modern and with new treatments and brands, the spa is clearly keen to remain one of the best in the area.

It’s a pretty, well-equipped, desirable spa with excellent treatments in a great location.

£ sPa Facts Day packages from £85 to £155. Half-day and twilight from £49 and £39. Excellent restaurant and chill-out areas. New Aromatherapy Associates treatments and five new day packages.

Eden hall Day Spa is situated on lodge lane, Elston village, newark nG23 5PG. call 01636 525555 or see www.edenspa.co.uk for details.

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RAGDALE HALL, MELTON MOWBRAy

A Beautiful Retreat

Relaxation and a huge range of treatments at one of the areaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest and most well-equipped spas.

Ragdale hall near melton mowbray enjoys an idyllic location and has a new beauty Express spa area for those seeking great value treatments...

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THE GOOD SPA GuIDE

Ragdale Hall, M elton Mowbray

£ sPa Facts Huge number of treatments and packages for both residential and day visitors.

Treatments featuring Elemis, Clarins and OPI mani/pedi. 91 bedrooms, restaurant and two swimming pools plus large Thermal Spa.

ragdale hall offers a massive choice of spa days and spa breaks - no fewer than 13 residential and 12 day packages. It’s a huge, well-equipped spa in a beautiful location just 20 minutes or so from Melton Mowbray.

The Health Hydro and Thermal Spa includes a candle pool, waterfall pool, temperature experiences and esoteric experiences like the Thought Zone and Colourflow Cave. There’s two swimming pools, the 25m pool with its massage jets, steam room and sauna, as well as a separate exercise pool with underwater gym and daily programme of water exercise sessions.

For those seeking beauty treatments, Ragdale Hall offers treatment rooms sponsored by its main spa partners; Elemis, Decleor and Clarins, and The Beauty Express which is a fabulous unique one-stop area where highly trained beauty therapists are on hand to offer you the latest in quick-fix results-driven glamour.

Speaking of treatments, you can choose from no fewer than 29 face & eye treatments, 39 massage treatments, 17 manis/pedis and a choice of 18 floats, detoxs & wraps. That’s in addition to treatment for men, mums-to-be and holistic therapies like acupuncture, plus treatments involving chiro therapy, chakra guidance, crystals and colours... suffice to say there’s plenty of choice!

It may seem as though you’re spoilt for choice but Ragdale never feels overwhelming, nor imposing.

Areas like its Lounge, Retreat and its new contemporary relaxation area, The Pavilion, afford the opportunity to enjoy a moment of peace and quiet. The latter features beautiful garden loungers, sofas, artwork and glassware in a bright, contemporary, plush environment.

With a superb dining room and 91 bedrooms plus The Lodge - a country house with four bedrooms there’s ample opportunity to enjoy a spa break from around £300 per person for two nights, or one of the spa's day packages from around £84.

That makes Ragdale Hall a good value spa that’s well-equipped and offers lots of choice. The perfect way for anyone in Rutland to enjoy a short break close to home.

Ragdale hall is based near Ragdale village in melton mowbray, lE14 3Pb. For information call 01664 434831 or visit the website at www.ragdale hall.co.uk.

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THE WEDDING ALBuM

THE WEDDING ALBuM

Julie and George Peach coming from farming stock, george Peach is used to being busy, but with elements of their wedding made themselves, this month’s couple were extra busy in the run up to the day - but the result was a personal, family occasion that the couple and their guests all loved...

Photos: Dean’s Street Photography Studio, 07708 833940, www.andycrossphotographer.com

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THE WEDDING ALBuM

“We had a ‘ f amilymoon’ in Herefordshire with our seven month old son Rupert and Basset Hound Mabel!”

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e met online and after exchanging a few emails and telephone calls, got to the point of asking the inevitable question, ‘shall we meet?’

Four years later, George came into the sitting room, went down on one knee in front of the fire, reached under the sofa and with a snoring dog next to me, popped the question!

The date was the first thing we organised - it had to fit around the lambing, George’s family being farmers!

Then it was the church; we both wanted to get married in our village.

We easily chose the reception venue; we loved the space at Barnsdale Lodge and the food was fantastic!

We can honestly say that both of us had very similar ideas of what we wanted. We both wanted to get married in a church and wanted the day to be filled with close friends and family.

We didn’t have any nerves until the rehearsal when neither of us could repeat the correct words! On the day itself though, we were both very relaxed and were looking forward to the day ahead.

I knew that I wanted something a simple but elegant dress and when I saw my dress I knew that it was the one! It was very comfortable on the day and I felt ‘like me’ in it. The style was called Vanessa - the name of George’s Mum! We had a ‘familymoon’ in the UK where we took our seven month old son and three year old Basset, Mabel to a self-catering cottage in Herefordshire. The weather was glorious for the whole week that we were away!

We’d like to thank our parents, Richard, Vanessa, Brian and Olive for their help and support. Graeme Ough for letting me borrow his Aston Martin to arrive at the Church, Zsuzsa for doing all the flower arrangements, and Claire for looking after Rupert for not only the day but also over night!

Our photographer Andy Cross took some amazing photos but never interfered with the way the day went.

Julie’s hairdresser, Vicky Brown, created beautiful styles that lasted the whole day and Gladstone Carriages provided a ‘surprise car’ for Julie to take her to the church. Barnsdale Lodge Hotel were very accommodating, we’d definitely recommend them, too!

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Land Rover’s new V8 flagship has raised the bar for capability, driving pleasure and luxury.

MOTORING NEWS

A Countryside Icon When talking about the Range Rover it’s easy to resort to clichés like ‘king of the road’ - but hyperbole aside, it’s demonstrably the most luxurious and capable vehicle both on and off road. To find out just how much better the new vehicle is, we headed to the East of England land Rover Experience proving ground...

Words and Photos: Rob Davis

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ity the poor soul who wandered into work one day thinking ‘I wonder what today will bring...’ before being summoned to the office of Land Rover’s chairman, only to be told; “I’m putting you in charge of improving the Range Rover line!” From that moment, not only was he responsible for ensuring the continuity of reputation for one of the world’s most iconic vehicles, he also faced the challenge of improving a vehicle which was, for all intents and purposes, already perfect.

The car was first created in 1970, and was designed to be just as good on-road as it was off-road. Arguably it invented the SUV (sports utility vehicle) as a concept, in an age where 4x4s were crude uncomfortable utilitarian vehicles like the Land Rover Defender or the Willy’s ‘Jeep.’

The Range Rover was instantly adored by wealthy land owners and, eventually, urbanites for whom the car became a huge status symbol. 2013’s new model is now available, and it’s better in every respect.

To find out how much better the new model is for ourselves, we visited the East of England Land Rover Experience at Rockingham Castle which serves Lincolnshire, Cambridgeshire, Leicestershire, Rutland and Nottinghamshire.

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So what’s it like? For a start it’s more economical and cleaner. Stick to the basic 3.0V6 and you’ll enjoy combined economy of 37.7mpg - the same as a 2.0 Mondeo - whilst enjoying reaching 60mph in 7.4 seconds and a potential top speed of 130mph.

What’s more, whilst it seems ludicrous to describe a car that starts at £71,000 as ‘good value’ it’s around the price you’ll pay for a long wheelbase S-Class Mercedes, a Audi A7 or BMW 7-Series MSport.

Not only does the new Range Rover offer the same peerless driving experience as its rivals though, it also offers four wheel drive, low-range gears for heavy duty off-roading, a lofty ‘command’ driving position and much more space inside than the previous generation.

Pride’s Editor Rob Davis gets behind the wheel of the V8 flagship at the area’s nearest Land Rover Experience centre.

All of a sudden the Range Rover looks good value, and it’s just as well equipped too; electric leather seats with memory and heating for front and rear seats, heated steering wheel and front screen, three-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors with rear view camera, sat nav and TV, automatic lights and wipers, electric windows and folding mirrors are all standard.

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The new model is larger and longer. To find out if its determination to be more luxurious has come at a cost to its off-road ability, we visited The East of England Land Rover Experience.

360° camera system, panoramic roof, and massagers built into the seats.

Fundamentally, there’s more room in the cabin, especially for passengers in the rear - that’s a direct response to feedback from buyers in China where chauffeured cars are more popular. This is also evidence that the company is allying the new model closer to limos rather than luxury 4x4s of which there are more and more competitors nowadays - not least the company’s own Range Rover Sport and Discovery.

Taking Range Rover even more upmarket, challenging limos rather than rival SUVs, means the new model is even less likely than before to get its tyres muddy, but if you should feel the need to risk scuffing your £70,000 Range Rover and venture off-road, you’ll be safe as houses - for proof of this, just look to Luke Cobley!

Lots more space - especially in the rear - plus more equipment and better soundproofing makes the Range Rover more refined on-road. But it’s still capable of amazing, physics-defying feats off-road!

Range Rover From: £71,000.

Engine: 3.0V6, 4.4V8, 5.0V8 Supercharged.

Performance (3.0V6): 0-60mph 7.4 seconds top speed 130 mph.

Fuel Economy: 37.7mpg.

Equipment: Heated electric leather seats and steering wheel, TV, climate, cruise, sat nav, rear view camera.

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Our nearest Land Rover Experience is run by father and son Vince and Luke Cobley. Establishing the 400 acre proving ground in September 2002 in the grounds of Rockingham Castle, the duo used a JCB to create an area which tested the whole range of off-road perils; uphill and downhill inclines, side slopes, ruts and water.

A third of the site’s 1,200 annual users are there for specialist courses (winching, towing) or to gain professional driving qualifications; fire and rescue, EA and paramedic customers, for example... whilst two thirds are there so the Land Rover subsidised site can show potential buyers what its vehicles can do!

The site has six vehicles from across the range, from the fashionable new Evoque to the dependable Defender plus the Freelander and Range Rover Sport.

Luke says the Evoque model is his favourite, as it’s youthful and funky, but even his head has been turned away from his favourite by the new Range Rover.

“It offers unprecedented luxury but it’s off-road ability has been enhanced rather than compromised.” says Luke. “No other car wafts you along like it on-road, or help you to traverse objects off-road.”

Our hour-long test drive both on and off road allowed us to experience the full range of the car’s abilities.

On-road it’s smooth, quiet and composed, but it’s epic off-road, despite its luxury. A new Terrain Response system almost dulls the drama down, but it’s capable of wading through water 90cm deep, climbing 40° inclines and crawling over rocks 30cm tall with commensurate ease.

You can leave the new Terrain Response 2 system in automatic or select the grass/gravel/snow or mud ruts programme. You can also select low-range gears for more torque and better grip, and with the automatic gearbox in drive, it creeps along with surefootedness, constantly monitoring and controlling its movement.

The system is epic in its ability; the first hill we descended pointed us almost vertically downward, but served as a good ice-breaker to prove the car could do what Luke was promising. Even on a loose damp surface, the car detected and compensated for the surface and eased us down. We didn’t need to intervene, just steer as we steadily reached the bottom.

Our next challenges were a series of deep ruts, all cleared with commensurate ease, and vertical ascents which saw us driving blind, unable to see bonnet which at that moment was towering high above us. No inclines or landscapes challenged the car, but with no drama, lots of grip and no conceivable circumstances worse than those we were experiencing, the only criticism we’d level is that the car takes all of the drama out of off-road driving.

“Dealerships are now offering purchasers of any Land Rover product a complimentary off-road experience.” says Luke. “People are gob-smacked by what their cars can do, which is nice, it serves to prove what their new vehicle is capable of, which in turn provides the driver with confidence. Crucially though, it also teaches some good off-road driving habits; the cars’ technology is reactive, whereas we teach driving techniques that are proactive.”

Off-road there’s simply nothing to touch the new car, but on-road too, the 2013 Range Rover is smarter and more desirable, as well as being very quick for a two-tonne off-roader. But it’s also pretty clean and economical, it’s a pleasure to drive and surprisingly, it’s great value too. The best just got bigger, but undoubtedly it’s got much better, too.

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MOTORS Range

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Finding Out More...

The East of England Land Rover Experience provides Experience Days, Gift Vouchers and Training using its fleet of vehicles. A half day experience begins at ÂŁ195, full day experiences cost from ÂŁ270. The centre is based at Rockingham Castle, Market Harborough, Leicestershire LE16 8TH. Call 0844 8484463 or see www.eastofengland.landroverexperience.co.uk.

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ACROSS 1. Fruit to make one quiet after horseplay (7) 5. old instrument to call scots girl (7) 9. Doctor Livingstone keeps nations together in liquor (7) 10. garment with which some spell 20 (7) 11. human error pictures one of the 23 across (5,4) 12. hunter owned by Dettori once (5) 13. Way said to be problematic for lame dog (5) 15. Prize for fool, something of a triumph to be given k (9) 17. one of 23 across has same problem with the other horses (9) 19. is it sane for one to keep moving? (5) 22. Poetical outcry — one left (5) 23. us city's austere characters assembled as prizewinners (9) 25. unlucky to lose leader, splashes out (7) 26. The lady's seizing gold pound with one person to carry it (7) 27. reserved "holy Queen" for crooked lawyer (7) 28. supply what was wanted, for instance, including clenched fist? (7)

DOWN 1. yorkshire tracks? (7) 2. small change with opposition to one of 23 across (7) 3. Warrant in piece of Pooh's nonsense (5) 4. geordies' application to come into big house for fruit (9) 5. Tea or cider for her? (5) 6. one of 23 across is good about orders i left out (3,6) 7. small room at home, one to welcome renaissance man (7) 8. Friend of caesar, J., or the opposite (7) 14. swear blind, perhaps, to incite revolution that will do its job (9) 16. one of 23 across constructed hedge thus (3,6) 17. Pure scotch religious reformer and demographer (7) 18. Difficult agent left climbing in (7) 20. non-drinker among utility providers giving service (7) 21. eliminate your lot with exchange of constituents of iron (7) 23. see some service that will never be any good? (5) 24. Triumph for old flame last month (5)

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1. near to death (8) 5. Predatory seabird (4) 9. capsize (5) 10. ballroom dance (3-4) 11. knack of making plants grow well (5,7) 13. cut of meat carved from a fowl (6) 14. speak in sudden anger (to someone) (4,2) 17. horse racing over jumps (8,4) 20. rip coat (anag) (7) 21. south american country (5) 22. orderly (4) 23. condescension towards those with lower status (8)

1. claw — handle clumsily (4) 2. book (7) 3. hard brittle toffee (12) 4. send word (6) 6. catherine (short form) (5) 7. suited for the purpose (8) 8. maize eaten as a vegetable (4,2,3,3) 12. Plentiful (8) 15. Deep in thought (7) 16. antrim (anag) (6) 18. Worn out (5) 19. Depend (on) (4)

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