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We’ve been especially busy this month, launching our new publication - Market Harborough Pride. We launched our Rutland title just two years ago, and it’s already the most popular magazine in the county, so we’re naturally anticipating that our new edition will prove just as successful, just as quickly. HarboroughPri de To feature in our new magazine, call our team on 01529 469977 and we’ll be happy to tell you more!

This month’s cover: Normanton Church, the county’s most famous landmark, will be surrounded by visitors this month, all enjoying walking, cycling and skiing around the reservoir.

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With best wishes from the Rutland Pride team... Publisher: Julian Wilkinson. General Manager: Ian Bagley. Executive Editor: Rob Davis. Features Editor: Ceri Jackson Customer Care Manager: Mandy Bray. Accounts Manager: Sue Bannister. Sales Manager: Zoie Wilkinson. Sales Executives: Jayne Broughton, Elaine Hall, Liz King, Carissa Clay, Emily Brown, Sami Millard, Andy Taylor, Lauren Chambers, Chloe Griﬃths, Emma Barrett, Hayley Scott. Sales Support: Jo Leadbitter, Amy Whiley, Emily Rippin. Distribution Manager: Paul Dixon.

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Andrew Musson on the art of tailoring. The former Savile Row tailor’s service is now available in Stamford.

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CountyNews Rutland Pride’s Stamford and Rutland Business Awards 2014 Six categories with winners and runners-up revealed later in this edition, following our awards ceremony... Stamford and Rutland’s business community gathered at Knossington’s Ladywood Estate recently to attend the Rutland Pride and Essence Events Stamford and Rutland Business Awards. The awards ceremony included a three course supper, a welcome by Rutland Pride’s Editor Rob Davis, plus a keynote speech by Carphone Warehouse founder David Ross. David spoke about his experience of ﬂoating his company, and about the early days when he and his co-founders saw the potential market for mobile phones in 1990

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Did the Earth move for you? Whole of Rutland rocked by two 3.2ml quakes...

Oakham was the epicentre of the biggest quake to hit the UK in 2014 last month.

Adjacent counties feel the eﬀect of 2014’s biggest quakes

Residents awoke to ﬁnd their homes shaking on Thursday 17th April following a quake that measured 3.2ml on the Richter scale. The eﬀect was powerful enough to rattle doors and shake pictures from the wall.

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when just 6% of the population had mobile devices; they predicted a potential market of just 20% of the population! After our keynote address, there were six awards categories with a runner-up and winner in each one. Our categories were; Marketing & Design Award, Best New Business, Small Business of the Year, most signiﬁcant Contribution to the Community, Best Customer Focus and Business Person of the Year. For the full story, see our feature later in this edition and look out for information about 2015’s awards in Rutland Pride very soon.

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Rutland Pride is happy to announce the launch of a third Pride magazine covering Market Harborough. The magazine is available this month and will be the third title in the Pride series, following the successful launch of our Rutland edition in 2012.

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The power of the quake was the equivalent to the detonation of 23 tonnes of TNT and lasted over 10 seconds. The most damaging quake in recent history in the UK was the 4.6ml quake of 1884 which hit Colchester, damaging 1,250 buildings. The quake was felt in Leicestershire, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire too.

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Send your press releases and county news to: Rob Davis via editor@pridemagazines.co.uk.

Cakes and fun with muffins and buns in Stamford... Stamford’s Clandestine Cake Club were in fine form recently for their spring bake-off. The club is made up of home bakers who meet to exchange ideas, and has been running for 18 months, with monthly meetings at The Crown Hotel. In the beginning there were just

seven members, but now that number has doubled; at the spring event, the bakers sampled each others’ cakes with 12 to try in total. Among the cakes featured were lemon & poppy seed bundts, a ﬂourless chocolate nest cake, a lemon, parsnip and hazelnut cake and a chocolate orange marble sponge cake. For more information on the group email stamfordccc@gmail.com

New book aims to help cricket mums ‘stumped’ by the sport... Families experience prehistoric life at Flag Fen’s realistic settlement...

Peterborough families lived the lives of their prehistoric ancestors recently at a hands-on event. Visitors enjoyed a chance to try their hand at various traditional skills, with demonstrations and have-a-go sessions and to dig for ancient artefacts in the site’s replica archaeological dig. Children learned about Bronze Age and Iron Age roundhouses, the Roman herb garden, and the famous prehistoric Must Farm boats at the Flag Fen archeology park, which is open to visitors all summer. For more information see www.vivacity-peterborough.com.

Stumped By Cricket: A Mothers’ Translation will be a mum’s guide to the sport for those who have to deal with grass stains on cricket whites! Rutland mums who have long had to endure the chore of washing their sons’ cricket whites whilst pondering the point of the game will love a new book published by a trio of like-minded local women.

Rebecca Chatterton and Tara Shippey. Hours spent on the boundary made them realise that they would get more out of their afternoons if they had some idea of what was going on in front of them.

‘Stumped by Cricket: A Mothers’ Translation’ is a handbag-sized guide to the sport, written by mothers for mothers and those who ﬁnd themselves standing in ignorance on the boundary. Clapping at the wrong moment - which can cause sudden parental death - will be a thing of the past.

Much coﬀee, head-scratching and gradual enlightenment later, this book is the result. None of them guessed the extent to which their lives would become dominated by it.

Amusing and anecdotal, this book walks you through everything likely to happen on the pitch and explains some of the more bizarre elements of the game, from the eccentric arm-waving of umpires to the strangely named ﬁelding positions. This book is the brainchild of Annabel Buik, who with two sons and an enthusiast for a husband, found herself watching more than her fair share of cricket along with

“As three mothers with nine boys between us we spend many hours watching matches. We ﬁnd ourselves baﬄed by the rules and suspect many others feel the same.” This has convinced us there is a need for a cricket book which explains the ins and outs of the game and sheds light on all its odd complexities.” says Annabel. The trio are also hoping to produce an equivalent volume for football mums and rugby mums too. It’s available online this month for £8.99; see www.allaboutboys.co.uk.

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CountyNews WWI centenary group’s new website will publicise four year programme of events... Stamford’s WWI Centenary Commemoration Group has set up a website to publicise the events it will be running over the next four years... Stamford will mark events from The Great War 100 years ago over the next four years, with a new website designed to publicise the town’s programme of events.

The website, and Stamford’s programme of events, is being supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund, Lincolnshire County Council and Stamford Town Council.

The group’s programme of events will begin this summer with oral histories at Stamford Town Hall, including one as Pride goes to press on May 30th at which the public will have an opportunity to share their stories and memorials about relatives who were involved in the conﬂict.

The commemoration plans are in three stages: stage one will look at events of 1941, stage two will look at the years 1915 to 1917 and stage three, will examine the entrance of the US through to the armistice.

There will also be a programme of outreach event which will operate in the area’s schools. So far, seven local schools have conﬁrmed they are taking part. A ‘tommy’ will visit local schools to show what life was like in the trenches during the war. Schools will also be given copies of Stamford & The Great War by local author WF Markwick.

A temporary exhibition space is also being created in Browne’s Hospital, which will run until 4th August. Artist Sue Shields will create a schedule of performances and talks as well as displays during the exhibition. She says; “Sited next to the town’s war memorial it’s an apt venue for what will be an informative art installation and exhibition, hosting a schedule of events for the local community leading up to the commemoration of the outbreak of the war.”

Send your press releases and county news to: Rob Davis via editor@pridemagazines.co.uk.

Rutland Water’s ‘Hidden Gem’ expands... Rutland Water Golf Club is a hidden ‘gem’ situated on the southern bank of Rutland water oﬀering spectacular views of Europe’s largest man- made lake. Primarily a 27 hole golf complex there has been many changes, expanding the facilities for golfers and non golfers alike. The modern clubhouse is open to everyone it has a balcony overlooking the water and courtyard to the rear which is a fabulous sun-trap making it a perfect place for you to bring family and friends to enjoy

some lunch or afternoon tea throughout the week or enjoy a lazy Sunday with a delicious Sunday roast. April saw new Chef Dan Ketteringham join the team alongside Gemma Wood who will be promoting the weddings and events with Matthew Williamson front of house. The team are looking to expand on the current menu starting this month, opening up the upstairs converted barn into a dining area oﬀering evening meals. Everything is homemade, using, for instance, homegrown strawberries and asparagus. Call 01572 737525 or see online at www.rutlandwatergolfcourse.co.uk.

Spectacular Brahms Requiem in King’s College Chapel, Oakham

For more information see stamfordww1.org.

Oakham School Chapel Choir recently gave a stunning performance of Brahms’ masterpiece, A German Requiem, in the iconic chapel of King’s College, Cambridge. During the concert, the choir was joined by international star and Old Oakhamian, bass-baritone Michael George. Peter Davis, Oakham School's Director of Music, said: “The Requiem itself was both thrilling and moving, the choir and orchestra captured each emotion of this tour de force!”

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COLLYWESTON, NORTHAMPTONSHIRE £2,500,000 The Manor is an out-standing period residence with a stunning façade, impressive reception rooms, and fine historic detail throughout the interior. The property dates from 1695 and its beautiful limestone frontage reflects the geometrical style typical of the period with symmetrical ranges of stonemullioned windows set around a central porch, and a steeply pitched Collyweston slate roof. The Grade II listed house has had an eventful history having been originally sited on the High Street, until 1912 when the then owner, in search of space and to make the most of the splendid uninterrupted views, rebuilt The Manor on the edge of the Welland Valley. The house retains its original charm and elegance and throughout the interior are beautifully proportioned rooms and historic details such as impressive oak beams and stone fireplaces. At the heart of the house is a welcoming Kitchen & Breakfast Room, adjoining the light-filled Sitting Room where floor-to-ceiling windows make the most of the superb views and lead out to the sunny terrace. The secluded west-facing gardens border open countryside and there are panoramic views across the valley from the terrace, Hot Tub and the pretty Summer House. The property further benefits from a spacious separate Annexe, ideal for entertaining or as a guest suite. Offering a wonderful combination of elegant formal reception space, welcoming family rooms and substantial accommodation set over three floors, the house is a stunning, historic family home in a superb location. EPC Rating - Exempt

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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BURLEY, RUTLAND OFFERS IN EXCESS OF £2,000,000 The Pavilion is a superb country home set in a wonderful rural location with views over lovely Rutland countryside. Built using a mix of local Clipsham stone, handmade brick and Welsh slate, a key feature of the property’s design are the walls of bi-fold glass doors opening onto sunny terraces, and the result is an airy, light-filled home which seamlessly blends interior and garden spaces. At the heart of the stunning interior is a vast open-plan living space with high vaulted ceilings, impressive roof beams and solid-wood floors and particular highlights include the stunning bespoke kitchen with stateof-the art appliances, the light-filled Pool Room and a luxurious three-level Master Bedroom Suite. The property also benefits from high specification systems such as zoned Smarthouse lighting, under-floor heating and an integrated sound system, whilst the bathrooms have been individually designed and fitted by Porcelanosa. The Pavilion combines striking contemporary design, excellent entertaining space and extensive and flexible accommodation and, with its superb Rutland location, it makes an impressive country home. EPC Rating - C

SWAYFIELD, LINCOLNSHIRE NEW PRICE – £900,000 Mulberry House is a superb country residence, quietly located on the edge of the village and just a step from the lovely Lincolnshire countryside that surrounds it. The substantial house is built in distinctive mellow Stamford stone and the many windows and French doors throughout make it a charming, airy and light-filled home. The stunning interior has been meticulously designed using many natural materials including white oak flooring, Travertine marble and Juparana Persa granite, and successfully mixes traditional style with modern fittings: bespoke oak radiator covers sit alongside sleek contemporary bathrooms. At the heart of the house is the delightful Kitchen & Breakfast Room, which opens directly to the sunny garden as do many of the ground floor reception rooms, making the house ideal for family life and entertaining. With the further benefit of a chlorine-free heated swimming pool, Mulberry House is a stylish and impressive village home in a lovely location. EPC Rating – C

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THE KILN COTTAGE, BURTON LAZARS

£699,995

BAY COTTAGE, UFFINGTON

£750,000

A substantial family home with a self contained annexe set in approximately 2 acres, enjoying far reaching countryside views set on the edge of this idyllic village convenient for Grantham and the main train lines, Leicester and Nottingham. This home offers: entrance porch, entrance hall, drawing room with cast iron open fireplace, kitchen breakfast room, utility room, downstairs cloakroom, laundry room, dining room, conservatory, office and family room. To the first floor are four double bedrooms, master with en-suite and a family bathroom. The self contained annexe offers: a kitchen living area with a vaulted ceiling together with a bedroom and en-suite. The property benefits from a timber stables block comprising two stables, a large separate timber workshop and adjoining gymnasium. The land surrounding this property is owned by the Ernest Cook Trust.

Substantial country cottage benefiting from being only a short distance from Stamford town centre whilst having a pleasant back water location in this well thought of village with good access to the A1 and mainline trains. Recently been fully refurbished mixing the best of modern high standard of living whilst retaining character features. This home has modern low cost running in mind with under floor heating whilst having open plan large proportions to sitting room, living kitchen with feature spiral cellar. Entrance hall with wood burning stove, separate dining room plus family room and office, utility, downstairs cloakroom. With master bedroom with dressing room and en-suite, further good sized family bedrooms with impressive family bathroom. To the outside there is an attractive driveway approach with large grounds to front, rear garden courtyard and garaging. No chain.

THE BELL HOUSE, BURLEY ON THE HILL

HAMBLEWOOD, HAMBLETON

£1,195,000

Approached through its own private mainly walled garden, The Bell House is a fabulous conversion of part of the Cour d'Honneur to the Grade I Listed Palladian Mansion - Burley on the Hill. The colonnades are reminiscent of St Peter's in Rome where the Earls of Nottingham travelled taking inspiration to build Burley on the Hill in Italian style. The House and Estate were converted into a private residential estate in the 1990's and The Bell House has been redeveloped and renovated recently. The setting is unrivalled and Burley is renowned as one of the country's finest Palladian Mansions.

£1,575,000

This six bedroom, four bathroom home, close to the centre of Upper Hambleton, has probably the best south facing views over Rutland Water. Hamblewood stands in its own grounds extending to around three acres of gardens which include a private woodland walk down to the shore of Rutland Water. The reception rooms all have aspects which take full advantage of the southerly views. The en-suite master bedroom also faces the lake and features an extensive terrace. There is garaging for three cars and a further workshop. Hamblewood is also connected to the high-speed fibre optic broadband network.

OAKHAM 36 High Street, Oakham Rutland LE15 6AL

UPPINGHAM 2 Orange Street, Uppingham Rutland LE15 9SQ

STAMFORD 2 St Johns Street, Stamford Lincolnshire PE9 2DB

MELTON 18 Nottingham Street, Melton Mowbray LE13 1NW

LONDON 40 St James's Place, London SW1A 1NS

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The Talbot Hotel... Situated in the heart of Oundle is the Bulldog Hotel Groupâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Talbot Hotel, with exceptional quality dining and value for money. It provides a welcoming, stylish yet historical place to enjoy a bite to eat or afternoon tea following a walk around the town...

local ingredients: We enjoyed a slow braised shoulder of lamb, with smashed minted peas, white and orange Chantenay carrots, fondant potato and red wine sauce.

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left: Grilled asparagus and crispy egg with Farrington’s Gold aioli and Parmesan. Right & Below: The Talbot Hotel is Grade I listed, and is known as the place where Mary Queen of Scots was as she was led to her execution.

left: Fillet of cod with peas, broad beans, chorizo, rosti potato and a tomato salsa, Below: Hot and cold Goat’s cheese with chutney and leaves.

s the summer months arrive you’ll want to start getting out and about. Perhaps doing a spot of shopping or enjoying a stroll round the beautiful market town of Oundle. If your stomach starts to rumble, or you’re feeling a little parched, be sure to visit the incredibly welcoming Talbot Hotel on New Street. The historic hotel, a former coaching inn in the centre of the town, has seen people come through its doors since 638AD, and just recently it enjoyed a complete makeover costing £1.3m, creating a stylish and modern place to enjoy a drink, morning coffee, lunch or dinner. Head Chef David Simms, along with his brigade of chefs creates modern, English cuisine that tastes as delicious as it looks. He prides himself on using high quality, local seasonal ingredients to create his menus, from names like Mytton Meats and Severn Wells Butchers. Everything is made in the kitchen, from the ice creams and sorbets, to the focaccia bread - except, that is, for the divine multiseed bloomer which they source from the Kingscliffe Bakery. When it comes to dining, there are three areas to choose from; the snug bar, lounge or courtyard restaurant. You can also enjoy al fresco dining when the sun is shining. The main menu is available during both day and evening service, with an array of dishes, with light bites such as olives or toasted rosemary focaccia to enjoy with a glass of wine or local ale. There’s an impressive selection of starters and platters, mains and traditional English classics like the Lincolnshire black angus beef ribeye, Stilton pie and fish ‘n’ chips - any diner will find themselves spoilt for choice. In addition to this menu, there is also a breakfast and brunch menu until midday, serving lighter options like 19

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Sample M enu £ STARTERS Focaccia Toasted Rosemary Focaccia with chorizo and olives.

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Chef’s Daily Terrine £7.00 Made using the best local game and meat. Asparagus £7.50 Grilled asparagus and crispy egg with Farrington’s Gold aioli and parmesan. Camembert £12.00 Whole Smoked Camembert with oven-baked with rosemary focaccia, red onion chutney and green bean salad.

£ MAINS lamb £17.00 Slow Braised Shoulder of Lamb with smashed minted peas, white and orange Chantenay carrots, fondant potato and red wine sauce. The Talbot Burger £12.00 Angus beef burger with treacle cured black bacon, Colston Basset Stilton, hand cut chips and cheesy coleslaw. Falafel Sweet potato and coriander falafel with a spiced quinoa salad.

£12.00

Steak £20.00 Black Angus Beef Ribeye/Sirloin with grilled ﬂat mushroom, tomato, hand cut chips and beer battered onion rings.

£ HOMEMADE DESSERTS Parfait White Chocolate Iced Parfait with peanut butter and popcorn ice cream and chocolate fudge sauce.

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Sorbet £1.75 per scoop Strawberry & banana, mango and passion fruit, apple or raspberry. Frangipane Pear and Almond Frangipane Tart with crème fraîche.

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Cheese £7.00 Selection of three Handcrafted English cheeses with chutney & biscuits.

£ RESTAURANT SERvICE TIMES Monday to Thursday - 6-9pm Friday & Saturday - 6-9.30pm Sunday - 12-2.30pm & 6-9pm

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natural yoghurt or a toasted teacake, to the Grande Talbot; two Oundle sausages and smoked bacon, stone baked bread, flat cap mushrooms, grilled tomato, black pudding and two eggs on the side - the perfect brunch! The Talbot’s patisserie is paradise - with a selection of homemade cakes and sweet treats all prepared in house by the kitchen’s pastry chefs. The selection of pastries and cakes on offer is updated daily. Some of the more recent crowd pleasers are the chocolate and marshmallow brownie, carrot cake and coffee & walnut cake. You can compliment your choice with a slow roasted 100% Arabica cup of coffee or pot of whole leaf tea. There’s also a menu of platters to share, hot and cold sandwiches and afternoon tea - we recommend the Talbot Afternoon Tea Royale which also includes a glass of champagne or speciality cocktail. We were excited to try some new additions from the summer menu. David began our meal with grilled asparagus and crispy egg with Farrington’s Gold aioli and parmesan. Our second starter was the hot and cold Goat’s cheese with chutney and leaves. For our main courses, a slow braised shoulder of lamb came atop a colourful mound of smashed minted peas, with white and orange Chantenay carrots, fondant potato and red wine sauce. The lamb was exquisitely cooked, and fell apart easily, creating tender mouthfuls.

Our other main was a fillet of cod with peas, board beans, chorizo, rosti potato and a tomato salsa. Vibrant colours leapt off the plate - it was a great spring choice. The cod had the perfect combination of crisp outer layer and soft fluffy flakes. We were delighted to try the famous afternoon tea - it was three tiers of perfection, with finger sandwiches, raspberry jam, cookies and cakes and other sweets from the patisserie cabinet - all served with a pot of leaf tea. We also tried the white chocolate iced parfait with peanut butter, popcorn ice cream and chocolate fudge sauce. A great way to end to our meal, though you could also try a refreshing selection of home-made sorbets served on slate. With a superb summer menu, the hard work and passion of David and his team is very much reflected in the delectable dishes, making The Talbot Hotel a great place to enjoy a refreshing glass of wine or local ale along with a seasonal treat from the menu. If you’re looking for a sweet pick-me-up, the afternoon tea will be sure to do just that, as will the divine homemade cakes on offer in the patisserie cabinet, all washed down with a slow-roasted cup of coffee or leaf tea. A definite recommendation as this month’s Rutland Pride Restaurant of the Month.

opposite: The famous Talbot Afternoon tea, three tiers of satisfaction.

THE TALBOT INN on new Street, oundle

The Talbot Inn, New Street, Oundle, Peterborough PE8 4EA

To book a meal call

01832 273621 www.thetalbot-oundle.com

30 minutes from Oakham: Leave Oakham on the B640 and at the roundabout of the A606, take the second exit signposted Stamford. After 10 minutes, branch left and merge with the A1. Continue for a further 10 minutes before taking the fourth exit onto the A605 signposted Northampton. At the roundabout, leave the A1 for the A427 signposted Oundle. Enter the town and turn right onto New Street. Parking is to the rear of the hotel.

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Horse & Jockey is a VisitEngland finalist TRADITIONAL COUNTRY PUB IN MANTON ‘TOURISM PUB OF THE YEAR’ FINALIST... The Horse and Jockey is a finalist in the ‘Tourism Pub of the Year’ category, part of the prestigious VisitEngland Awards for Excellence 2014, which attracted 368 applications. They will attend the glittering Awards Ceremony on 12th May at Cheltenham Racecourse in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, where they will find out what award they have won. James Berresford, Chief Executive of VisitEngland said “I would like to congratulate all the finalists - we receive hundreds of applications of an extremely high standard, so it is a tremendous achievement for The Horse and Jockey to be a finalist and to represent the top five in their category. I wish all the finalists the very best of luck at the Awards Ceremony.” “We are thrilled to be in the top five pubs for England. It is extremely rewarding to have been recognised for all the hard work that we put in to support both local and tourist visitors to the pub. We’re looking forward to the awards ceremony in May.” Richard Page, Operations Manager at the Horse and Jockey.

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GoinG BACK To BASiCS WiTH

Hambleton Bakery... Julian Carter and Tim Hart opened Hambleton Bakery in 2008, going back to basics by making bread the traditional way, with no additives or preservatives and cooked in a wood ﬁre oven. The Rutland ﬁrm, voted Britain’s Best Bakery, this month opens two new shops... Words & images: Ceri Jackson

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Hambleton Bakery

ambleton Bakery wanted to make bread the traditional way, by going back to basics. Having been open for nearly six years, the bakery’s ethos has been validated by its commercial success, and this month the company has two new retail outlets so we called in to congratulate them.

The motto is ‘if you put good things in, you get good things out.’ And that goes for putting time and effort into making their products, too. “We only use high quality ingredients, and we give our breads a longer fermentation time, which means it’s better for digestion. We use free range eggs from our 50 chickens, butter and extra virgin olive oil from Italy.”

Above: Julian uses a traditional wood ﬁred oven to bake all his artisan breads.

Tim Hart and Hambleton Hall’s go-to guy for fresh bread, Julian Carter, started the bakery back in 2008 as an “it was time to return to my roots as a baker - my father, offshoot to the restaurant, with just two staff. Today 62 brother and uncle are all bakers so it appears to be genetic. staff oversee the baking of We opened Hambleton Bakery six years ago, and our motto? the bread, as well as making if you put good things in, you will get good things out... other products like their Rutland Pippin, savouries “Also, we only sell bread that we’ve baked on the day and homemade cakes. so our customers are guaranteed fresh produce. Here, “I used to be a baker until I moved to the area as a you basically get your flour and off you go!” Sous Chef at Hambleton Hall. I was there for nine Julian uses a traditional wood fired oven to bake his years before I decided it was time to return to my roots artisan breads, which are made from scratch along with as a baker. My whole family are bakers - my all the savouries and cakes. The whole team father, uncle and brother - so it appears to be genetic!” contributes new ideas and products, and they always says Julian. listen to customer feedback. To Julian, customers know Julian approached Tim at Hambleton Hall, suggesting what tastes they like, so he adapts and makes products they set up an artisan bakery together. From there, to suit customers’ taste buds. Hambleton Bakery was born. They really wanted to Recently the bakery enjoyed an expansion and has go back to basics, and make bread the traditional way. almost doubled in space. They’ve been able to add

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Top: The Pippin is somewhat of a local celebrity, being named as the Cornish Pasty of Rutland. opposite: Everything is made on site from scratch, including the pastry and homemade cakes. Right: Everything made at Hambleton Bakery is made using fresh, local ingredients including the rhubarb.

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Hambleton Bakery

“At Hambleton Bakery, we went back to basics. We don’t use any additives or preservatives - we get our ﬂour and off we go!” another oven and mixer, so they can keep up with demand and be innovative in creating new products, like its Rutland Pippin. The Pippin is somewhat of a celebrity - winning the bakery ITV’s Britains Best Bakery Award for Iconic Bake in the East Midlands. Named the ‘Cornish Pastry of Rutland.’ It uses local Grasmere sausage meat and ham hock, Bramley apples from Nottingham, Stilton cheese from Clawson and Whissendine flour - a delightful, and tasty combination. “We are always wanting to bring something new to the oven, so we’ve also introduced Afternoon Tea in a box ready for the strawberry season. Nine classic cakes full of fresh cream and fillings - like a strawberry tart, custard slice, scone or a Victoria sponge. Mini mouthfuls of flavour, with no additives.” Hambleton Bakery have also just opened two new shops in West Bridgford and Market Harborough which have been very well received. They found a gap in the market for artisan breads, cakes and savouries, and since opening, they have been busier than anticipated. It just goes to show this was a great move for the pair and proving that Hambleton Bakery is going from strength to strength. 27

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Sample Dishes

STARTERS ORDERS Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve asked some of the countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best chefs to present their best starters... Photos: Rob Davis

Antipasto platter with salami, parma ham, speck and salad served on a grey slate. Fox and Hounds, Exton 01572 812403, www.foxandhoundsrutland.co.uk

Asparagus with poached duck egg served on a ragout of seasonal mushrooms. The Cherry House, Werrington 01733 571721, www.cherryhouse restaurant.co.uk >> Platter of cheeses, olives and sun dried tomatoes. Otters Smokehouse & Deli, Oakham 01572 756481, www.ottersdeli.co.uk 30

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SAMPlE DiSHES

Seafood board with mussels and tempura prawns. White Horse, Empingham 01780 460221, www.whitehorserutland.co.uk

Roasted beetroot salad with horseradish cream and walnuts. Barnsdale Hall, Oakham, 01572 757901, www.barnsdalehotel.co.uk

Char-grilled smoked salmon with roasted red pepper, chilli and garlic flakes. Marquess of Exeter, Lyddington 01572 822477, www.marquessexeter.co.uk

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FIElD TO FORK The Stokes family began selling home grown produce in 1983, before opening their current Farndon Fields Farm Shop in Market Harborough 15 years ago. Since, then, they have become a firm favourite with customers, so we decided to pay a visit to find out their plans for the future...

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Food & Drink

Farndon Fields

“We grow produce to suit our customers.” says Nicola Stokes from Farndon Fields Farm Shop. “We currently grow over 40 varieties of potatoes, vegetables and fruit - the selection we have on offer for our customers changes every year as we like to make sure we grow the best and provide customer’s with their favourite produce.” The farm shop based in Market Harborough has gone from strength to strength since it started in 1983. And as you browse through the shop with its extensive product selection, it’s hard to believe that the Stokes family started out selling home grown potatoes and vegetables from their garage at home. As Nicola’s father, owner Kevin, grew more, they sold more - so it made sense that they expanded. They converted their small garage in to a shop and added other local produce to the range including chutneys and eggs. “After we converted the garage to a small shop, we realised that we were getting even busier, so we decided to build an even bigger shop in 1999 on a grass paddock close to our house, our current location.” “It has been a great success. We completed a further expansion in 2005 during which we added a cafe, butchery and more stock space so we could offer even more products.” As an interior designer by trade, Kevin’s wife Milly decided after 10 years it was time for an update - and the shop got a fresh, updated look in 2013, creating a rustic country chic decor. “Milly designs everything from the shop displays and layout, to the decor. We like to keep our shop unique and different so we can really set ourselves apart.”

Behind the scenes Kevin - who was named Farmer’s Weekly Local Food Farmer of the Year in 2012 - is in charge of the farm. With a team of up to 10, they work together to make sure they grow fresh, and innovative products. “We grow lots of varieties on the farm and have tried growing hybrid products like the Flower Sprout! We grow everything from cabbages and cauliflower, to pumpkins, kale... even Christmas trees! We are currently growing our strawberries which are a firm favourite amongst our customers - definitely a local celebrity. We often get asked when they will be ready!” The family supports other local producers too, like Hambleton Bakery and Langton Brewery, and local meat and egg suppliers. They also stock different homemade cakes which are baked by five local farmers’ wives - these are very popular too. The farm shop has been a huge success, so it comes as no surprise that there’s another expansion on the horizon, which will be completed later in the year.

£ FIND OUT MORE Farndon Fields Farm Shop continues to grow potatoes, vegetables and soft fruit on their 550 acre farm, with produce being harvested daily for their farm shop. Visit Farndon Fields Farm, Farndon Road, Market Harborough, LE16 9NP. Tel: 01858 464 838. www.farndonfieldsfarm shop.co.uk.

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The Jackson Stops... RUTLAND’S FINEST DINING EXPERIENCES

One of Rutland’s most well respected pub restaurants, Stretton’s Jackson Stops oﬀers fantastic for summer dining and they have unveilled their exciting new menu. he Jackson Stops is a well respected Grade II 15th century pub restaurant in Stretton, Rutland. Owners Robert and Julia Reid are much-loved by visitors, and they have just unveilled their exciting new summer menu.

The owners believe a village pub was always the hub of the community, so they are passionate about providing really high quality dining but preserving the character and retaining the warm welcome of the venue.

Diners can enjoy a lunch and dinner menu, with innovative dishes, utilising the best local ingredients. There’s a twocourse set menu for just £14.95 from the Lunchtime menu, and a Dinner menu with eight starters and 10 mains offering a delicious choice of traditional and à la carte dishes. For more information: Visit The Jackson Stops, Rookery Lane, Stretton, Rutland, LE15 7RA. Call 01780 410237 or visit www.thejacksonstops.com.

They also have their Spring and Summer weekday evenings special offer - with a steak option and glass of red wine for just £14.95.

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The TasTe of summer

Celebrating Strawberries Whether you pick up a punnet or pick your own, thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s nothing like the irresistible allure of a big fat berry... juicy, sweet and perfect with just a dash of cream, or in one of this monthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recipes...

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othing says ‘summer’s here’ like a big bowl full of strawberries, whether you use them in the inventive dishes we feature on the following pages or keep things simple and serve them with just a dollop of whipped cream. Of the 4,500,000 hectares of cropped land in the UK, strawberries are planted on just 6,000 hectares, yet the combined retail value of the total 55,000 tonne crop of strawberries throughout the summer is £700m, making it the most popular berry in the UK and accounting for over 60% of all berry sales (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries and blackberries) in the UK. Elsanta is the most common variety, accounting for 80% of strawberries in the UK. Ava and Sweet Eve are two other popular varieties to look out for. For the best berries, seek out your local farm shop or PYO farm. Look for berries that are unblemished and use the green hulls of the berries as a general indicator of quality. A stronger scent also indicates quality so choose the freshest berries. Smaller berries tend to have more flavour, as they absorb less water. Because of the berry’s absorbancy, it’s advisable not to wash your strawberries if, for instance, the berries are organic and you’re eating them straight away rather than cooking with them. They’re also incredibly delicate so avoid piling layer upon layer in your punnet. Leave your freshly picked strawberries in the sunshine to soften, then hull your strawberry with a paring knife and eat within the hour. If you want to enjoy your berries as simply as possible, eat them with whipped cream, balsamic vinegar or a slight twist of black pepper. Over the page, we’ve some other ways to enjoy Britain’s best loved berry too...

Above: If you've bought organic strawberries you can just wipe them with a damp kitchen towel. Non-organic strawberries should be rinsed and wiped clean. Gently pat dry before removing the caps and white hull with a paring knife. Serve at room temperature.

strawberries are rich in vitamin C, manganese and folic acid. They are a good source of ellagic acid - a phytochemical thought to combat carcinogens) and contain antioxidant ﬂavonoids (linked with protecting against heart disease, stroke and cancers)...

The History of Strawberries STRAWBERRIES were eaten in abundance by the Romans, with numerous references to their aphrodisiac properties. The fruit didn’t come to Europe until the 1300s. The ﬁrst garden strawberry was grown in France around 1850, and strawberries were ﬁrst paired with cream in 1500 by Thomas Wolsey in the court of Henry VIII.

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food & drink

Strawberries

Growing Your own... Above: The season in the UK is short and runs from the end of May to July. To achieve maximum yields during this short season, farmers need to protect emerging berries from the muddy soil. They do this by spreading a layer of straw around each new plant - hence the name strawberry.

avoid buying foreign berries if you’re shopping in the supermarket instead, try to buy yours from your local farm shop or PYo...

Left: Buy the best berries - visit your local farm shop or PYO farm. Kevin Stokes is from Farndon Fields Farm Shop which grows its own berries on site.

Britain’s best berries are a cinch to grow in your own garden or in tubs and pots on your terrace...

£ You can grow strawberries in practically any soil, from light sand to heavy clay. Waterlogging is perhaps one of the biggest dangers, so be careful to make sure your pots are filled with a layer of gravel in the bottom, or that you’ve prepared your soil by digging it over thoroughly, to break-up the soil.

£ Strawberry Flamenco, pictured above, is £15.99/12 runners from Thompson and Morgan, which should yield 10kg fruit through the season. They can be planted in late autumn or late spring.

£ Space your plants every 35cm in rows 75cm apart, and water well, netting them over to prevent predation.

£ The best yields should be available

Finding the Best Berries... LINCOLNSHIRE: Willows Farm, Chapel St Leonards: 07771 696001, Abbey Parks Farm Shop, East Heckington: 01205 821610. RUTLAND: Rutland Water Golf Course, Edith Weston: 01572 737525. MARKET HARBOROUGH: Farndon Fields Farm Shop: 01858 464838.

from four months - and the plant should produce fruit for five years.

£ If your plants need pepping up, use potassium rich food like tomato feed.

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food & drink

Strawberries

STRAWBERRY CheeseCake Serves: 8-10 Preparation time: 35 minutes, plus chilling Cooking time: 5 minutes

Ingredients 450g strawberries, hulled and halved 50g caster sugar

250g digestive biscuits, roughly broken 100g butter, melted 397g can condensed milk 300g full fat soft cheese, such as Philadelphia 200ml double cream ďŹ nely grated zest a lemon

Put your freezer setting onto Fast Freeze, or clear some space in the rapid freezing section/coldest part of your freezer, at least an hour before making the cheesecake. Line a 23cm spring clip cake tin with a large piece of aluminium foil. Press down well into the base and sides of the tin and leave plenty overhanging the edges.

To make the topping, place 200g of the strawberries in a saucepan with the sugar and a tablespoon of cold water. Cook gently for five minutes, stirring regularly until the strawberries are very soft. Remove from the heat, stir in the reserved raw strawberries and leave to cool. Put the biscuits in a freezer bag and bash to crumbs with a rolling pin. Mix with the melted butter. Tip the buttered crumbs into the prepared tin and press firmly into the base to create an even layer. Put in the freezer for 20-30 minutes or until solid. Just before the base is ready, use an electric whisk to beat the condensed milk, cheese and cream together until thickened â&#x20AC;&#x201C; this will take around five minutes. Add the grated zest and beat until the cheese mixture forms very stiff peaks. Spoon over the biscuit base and top with the cold strawberry sauce. Freeze for three hours or until solid. To serve, unwrap the cheesecake while frozen, removing all the foil, and put on a plate or cake stand. Thaw at room temperature for about one hour before serving. If leaving any longer, place in the fridge. Eat within a couple of days.

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Strawberries

SUMMER CHOCOLATE and sTrawberrY Cake This is a classic recipe adapted for those with gluten intolerance. We love the fact that it’s really chocolatey but has the perfect balance of tart strawberries to oﬀset the rich, indulgent cocoa... Serves: 8-10 Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 1 hour

Ingredients 250g unsalted butter diced 250g dark chocolate broken into pieces 5 medium eggs separated 250g golden caster sugar 200ml crème fraiche Half a punnet of strawberries (hulled and chopped) A handful of raspberries

Preheat the oven to 180°C/160°C fan/Gas mark four and line a 20cm x 10cm-deep loose-bottom cake tin. Melt the butter and chocolate in a bowl set over a pan containing a little simmering water, stirring occasionally. While the chocolate is melting, whisk the egg yolks with half the sugar in a large bowl, until pale, thickened and doubled in volume. In a separate bowl, with clean whisks, whisk the egg whites until stiff, then gradually beat in the remaining sugar, a tablespoon at a time, whisking for about 20 seconds with each addition. You should by the end have a stiff, glossy mix.

A sprig of mint Icing sugar to decorate

Cook’s Tip: If you think the cake is getting too dark but isn’t yet cooked in the centre, cover the top with a double sheet of foil.

Fold the melted chocolate and butter into the egg yolk and sugar mixture, followed by the egg white mix in two goes. Pour the complete mixture into the prepared tin and bake for 60-75 minutes or until a skewer inserted at the centre comes out with just a few moist crumbs clinging to it. Leave the cake to cool in the tin (it will sink in the middle, but this is completely normal). Once the cake has cooled, remove from the tin and then spoon the crème fraiche in to fill the sunken centre of the cake. Finally pile on the strawberries, raspberries and a few mint leaves. To finish, dust over a little icing sugar.

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food & drink

Strawberries

PIMM’S JELLY wiTh sTrawberries Serves: 4. Preparation time: 20 minutes Cooking time: 3 minutes plus chilling time

Ingredients 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 strawberries 250ml fresh cream Strawberries for garnish

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

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food & drink

Strawberries

STRAWBERRY, CHOCOLATE & maCadamia blondies These are a great alternative to the traditional chocolate brownie. Bursting with strawberries, chocolate and nuts, these simple cake squares are ideal with a coﬀee or as a dessert served with vanilla ice cream. They will keep for a day or two in an airtight tin – if they last that long! Makes: 16 squares Preparation time: 15minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes

Ingredients 125g unsalted butter 200g white chocolate, chopped 100g light muscovado sugar 2 Eggs 130g plain ﬂour pinch of salt 120g strawberries, chopped 100g macadamia nuts, roughly chopped

Cook’s Tip: If you prefer the taste of almonds, you can easily substitute these for a more familiar ‘Bakewell Tart’ flavour.

Heat the oven to 180C. Line a baking tin (approx 22cm square) with grease proof paper. In a pan, melt the butter and cook on a low heat for five minutes until the white solids start to turn golden. Pour into a cold bowl then add half of the chocolate and stir until melted. In a separate bowl whisk together the eggs and sugar until they are thick and golden. Tip in the flour, a pinch of salt and the chocolatey butter and fold in with a spatula until smooth. Add the strawberries, nuts and remaining chocolate and stir briefly. Pour the mixture into the tin and bake for 30 minutes. The blondies are done when they have a light golden crust but are still a little squidgy inside. Allow to cool in the tin then cut into squares.

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Strawberries

STRAWBERRY SUNdAE wiTh rasPberrY honeYComb The perfect dessert? It’s simplicity itself to create, and the beauty of it is that you can prepare your honeycomb in advance, keeping some in an airtight container throughout summer, so you’ll always have the necessary ingredients to create an impromptu pudding. In addition to creating our sundae, the honeycomb can be crumbled into quality vanilla ice cream, smothered in chocolate, or folded into cream cheese to create honeycomb cheesecake, or even used in a summer triﬂe with rhubarb! To make the honeycomb, grease a 20cm square tin with the butter. Mix the caster sugar and syrup in a deep saucepan and stir over a gentle heat until the sugar has melted. Try not to let the mixture bubble until the sugar grains have disappeared. Once completely melted, turn up the heat a little and simmer until you have an amber coloured caramel (this won’t take long), then as quickly as you can turn off the heat, tip in the bicarbonate and beat in with a wooden spoon until it has all disappeared and the mixture is foaming. Scrape into the tin immediately but be careful as the mixture will be very hot. The mixture will continue bubbling in the tin, simply leave it and in about 1hr to 11/2 hr the honeycomb will be hard and ready to crumble or snap into chunks. 46

Ingredients Honeycomb prep time: 5 minutes Cooking time: 10 minutes Butter, for greasing 200g caster sugar 5 tbsp golden syrup 2 tsp bicarbonate of soda Serves: 4 Sundae prep time: 10 minutes 400g strawberries 1 tsp icing sugar 150ml double cream 1 vanilla pod 1 tbsp of runny honey 100ml low fat greek yoghurt 300g raspberries 300g of honeycomb, broken up

To create the sundae itself, hull and half the strawberries then mix with the icing sugar. Place on one side and let them marinate while you prepare the cream. Pour the cream into a bowl and add the scraped out vanilla seeds from the pod and the honey. Whip the cream to form soft peaks and then fold in the Greek yoghurt. Take four little glass bowls and divide the strawberry mix between each one, then pile on some vanilla honey cream. Next, add a layer of raspberries and cover with some more vanilla honey cream. Finally, sprinkle the honeycomb on top of the cream and top with a whole strawberry cut in half.

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TheWineCellar

This month we’ve some splendid examples of al fresco wines - great for barbecues and garden parties, carefully selected by our connoisseur Blake Johnson. Should you need any further convincing of his exemplary taste, enjoy a trip to Stamford Wine Company’s new wine terrace, now open to the rear of his St Paul’s Street wine boutique in the heart of Stamford...

Our Gift Subscriptions last a whole year

Touraine, Sauvignon Blanc, Loire £10.99

The Liberator Chenin Blanc, South Africa, £8.99

Sestriere Prosecco, Fabiano, Italy £10.99

Muga, White Rioja, Spain £11.99

Henrin Prudhon Bourgogne Chardonnay £10.99

A firm house favourite here amongst ‘old school’ Sauvignon lovers. This grassy, aromatic and vibrant white is the perfect summer quaffing wine. Look no further for your summer barbecue white!

With hand-selected grapes from the cooler, south-east facing slopes flanking the town of Stellenbosch, this is a very clean, fresh and zingy Chenin, with a subtle oaky depth, and a real richness.

A deep rich pinky red colour in the glass, yet very dry, crisp and appealing on the palate. Summer fruits of strawberries, cherries and raspberries, with a vibrant fizz, highly recommended.

Yes, a white Rioja! Those of you that haven't tried this wine yet are advised to give it a go! Barrel fermented for rich complexity, nice and dry. We sell out of this wine every week... and for good reason!

If you generally recoil at the mention of Chardonnay, and still have nightmares after drinking an oak-soaked Aussie beast of a wine then you should give this a try! Gently oaked, buttery mid-palate, and a citrus finish.

every single month in 2014!

This month’s features wines are recommended by: The Stamford Wine Company, 10 St Paul’s Street, Stamford, Lincolnshire, PE9 2BE Tel: 01780 757 844 or 07538 228337, www.thestamfordwinecompany.com. 48

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he Queen’s Head has long been championed as being one of the county’s best quality, finest and traditional dining experiences mainly because of their high quality and presentation of homemade dishes, warm welcome and use of local ingredients. Based in Kirkby la Thorpe near Sleaford, you are guaranteed the very best traditional English cuisine with a touch of modern flair and local theme set in luxurious informal surroundings.

LINCOLNSHIRE’S FINEST DINING EXPERIENCES

The Queens Head... One of Lincolnshire’s most popular pub restaurants, located at Kirkby la Thorpe, The Queens Head has a brand new menu with a wealth of local ingredients and homemade food on oﬀer. For more information: Visit The Queens Head, Kirkby la Thorpe, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 9NU. Call 01529 305743 or see www.thequeensheadinn.com.

The pub has also enjoyed a £40,000 refurbishment providing a fresh new look, and they have added a brand new menu for the summer months. Owner John Clark and front of house manager Paul Prust offer high quality pub restaurant food, prioritising pleasure over pretentiousness at their restaurant near Sleaford. The restaurant is very popular, and with the refurbishment, new menus and a skilled chef in the kitchen, you should definitely pay a visit and remind yourself just how good Lincolnshire cuisine can be. 49

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radiCal ChanGes To

Pensions... Following the recent budget, the Chancellor has announced a range of signiﬁcant changes to how pensions can be taken excepting ﬁnal salary schemes. Some new options are now available and more from April next year...

available now: • Capped drawdown - maximum drawdown now increased to 150% (from 120%) of the notional withdrawal rate. • Flexible drawdown - only £12,000 per annum income now required to qualify (down from £20,000). • Trivial commutation - pension funds up to £30,000 (up from £18,000) for those aged over 60 can be taken as a lump sum (a quarter of which can be tax free). Up to three small individual pension pots (previously just two) of up to £10,000 (previously £2,000) can be taken in addition as lump sums. from aPril 2015: • Unrestricted access to all of a money purchase pension fund (to those over 55) subject to tax at the individual’s highest rate. Other changes include a reduction in both the annual allowance (for pension contributions) and the lifetime allowance (the total amount of pensions which can be accrued without a tax charge) have been introduced from 6th April 2014. The annuity market is also undergoing change as a result of market forces. With the increased flexibility the choice of what to do with your pensions has never been as great and neither has the need for professional, independent financial advice. Castlegate Financial Management, premier Chartered Financial Planners, oﬀering local face to face independent financial advice, is particularly well placed to help you and can be contacted on 01476 591022. Ask for Heather Lamin. Castlegate Financial Management Limited is Authorised and Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Registered Office 8 Castlegate, Grantham, Lincolnshire NG31 6SE

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celebrating business success in the county

The Rutland Pride Business Awards...

speech: Rutland Prideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Editor Rob Davis delivers an address to the 200 attendees, who enjoyed a three course supper from Tomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Kitchen and wine courtesy of Philip Pruden Wines.

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Last month saw the inaugural Rutland Pride Stamford & Rutland Business Awards take place, co-organised by Nicky Barr of Essence Events. The event was attended by over 200 guests and saw six awards presented to local businesses... Words & images: Rob Davis.

he inaugural Stamford and Rutland Business Awards, organised by Rutland Pride and Nicky Barr of Essence Events, took place last month at the Ladywood Estate at Knossington Estate near Oakham with over 200 guests in attendance. We received over 200 entries into the awards with 18 finalists emerging as the panel of judges’s shortlisted entries. Runners-up and Winners were awarded in six categories, with a Marketing & Design Award, and categories for Best New Business, Small Business of the Year, and Contribution to the Community Award, plus a Best Customer Focus Award and an award for Business Person of the Year. The evening began with a champagne reception, followed by a welcome from Nicky and address by Rutland Pride Editor Rob Davis. There followed a three course supper prepared by Tom’s Kitchen of Oakington, with wine supplied by Philip Pruden. Later a keynote was delivered by Carphone Warehouse founder David Ross who lives nearby, before short videos were shown of each finalist, and the winners in each category were announced. Our thanks to all of our sponsors: Furry Dice, Spiegl Press, Viking Signs, Tom’s Kitchen, Philip Pruden Wines, Ketchup Marketing, The Ladywood Estate, Stephenson Smart, Uppingham School Sports Centre, Rutland Radio and Essence Event Solutions. 53

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Our Business Awards were organised in conjunction with Nicky Barr of Essence Events, with 200 entries whittled down to just 18 ﬁnalists by a panel of six judges including Managing Directors of well-known blue chip companies and local VIPs...

Far left: Our judges included Chairman and House Director of Burghley House, Miranda Rock, pictured centre. left: Our keynote speaker was David Ross, founder of Carphone Warehouse. The event was compèred by Rutland Radio’s Rob Persani. Over 200 VIPs attended the event.

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There were six categories in this year’s Stamford & Rutland Business Awards... Marketing & Design Award: Our first award recognised businesses which developed and implemented a successful marketing strategy. Sponsored by Ketchup Marketing the category recognised successful advertising strategies and the implementation of social networking. Winner: Institute of Credit Management. Runner Up: Serenity Loves. Best New Business Sponsored by The Ladywood Estate, who provided the venue for our awards, our second category recognised the hard work that goes into setting up a new business, and was for businesses under three years of age. Winner: Barefoot Flooring.Runner Up: Rhino Gymnasium.

ceremony, but pictured opposite are our runners-up, Trinity Events Solutions who, after David Ross’s keynote speech about the Ross Foundation’s role in education, announced that they would be contacting David’s office to find out how they could contribute to the charity’s work. Winner: Rutland Cycling. Runner Up: Trinity Event Solutions. Best Customer Focus Award Our Customer Focus Award, sponsored by Rutland Radio, was unique in the sense that instead of these businesses nominating themselves, customers or clients nominated them instead. The number and reasons for nominations were the criteria to determine an overall winner by our panel of six judges. Winner: Anand Shoes. Runner Up: Hairess.

Small Business of the Year Our small business of the year category was open to businesses with a turnover of less than £2m, and fewer than 25 employees. Winner: Amps Fine Wine. Runner Up: Wildcats Theatre Company.

Business Person of the Year Our flagship award of the evening sought the business person of 2014 who has had a positive impact on the area’s business community or the local economy. Winner: Jacqui Kavanagh, Trinity Event Solutions. Runner Up: Caz Dolby, Wildcats Theatre Company.

Contribution to The Community Sponsored by Uppingham School Sports Centre, our Contribution to the Community Awards were given to businesses who support local schools, schemes to assist with local employment or the support of local charities. Unfortunately, our winners were unable to attend the awards

Our thanks to the 200 businesses who nominated themselves for our awards and thanks, too, for the overwhelmingly positive feedback. Congratulations to all of our finalists and especially our winners, and to all those who helped to organise a superb evening championing business success in both Stamford and Rutland. 55

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WINNERS Picture Perfect: Shown here are a selection of images from our recent Business Awards dinner. You can view all of our images online at www.pridemagazines.co.uk.

Peter Collinson of The Institute of Credit Management collects our Marketing & Design Award.

Mark Tilson and Lisa Price of Barefoot Flooring accepted the award for Best New Business.

Manich Chavda and the team from Anand Shoes, winners of our Best Customer Focus Award.

Stamfordâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wildcats took our runners-up award for Small Business of the Year.

Sandra Jackson and colleagues from Hairess Stamford, our runners-up in the Best Customer Focus Category. 56

Amps Fine Wine took our Small Business of the Year title.

Best New Business Runners-Up Rhinoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Gymnasium.

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serenity loves took the runners-up award in our Marketing & Design category.

and Rutland Business Awards

trinity event solutions’s Katharine Jordan and the team pick up the company’s contribution to the community award.

our business Person of the year winner was Jacqui Kavanagh.

stamford’s Wildcats team celebrate caz Dolby’s business Person of the year award and a small business of the year award too!

customer Focus award ﬁnalists 8848 restaurant. 57

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guests Picture Perfect: Shown here are a selection of images from our recent Business Awards dinner. You can view all of our images online at www.pridemagazines.co.uk.

anne and Peter corder.

nick swann and colleagues, rhino gymnasium.

the teams from chalk interiors and MMt Digital.

Keynote speaker David ross with nicky barr, co-organiser.

team from home straight.

the 8848 team.

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Duncan and thea hood from Viking signs with alison hutchinson from alison hutchison interiors

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Darren and claudette Joint from Viking signs.

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For your hoMe anD your FaMily

J&L Ball Interiors... Jeremy and Lorraine have over eight years of experience selling blinds and curtains - now, new legislation has meant big changes for their industry. More stringent child safety standards have recently been introduced, so we paid the Stamford based company a visit to see how this change has aďŹ&#x20AC;ected them...

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hoMes & garDens

J & L Ball Interiors

tamford based J&L Ball Interiors is run by Jeremy and Lorraine, who have been selling blinds and curtains for over eight years. Their shop, which is based on North Street has been trading for seven years, and they visit hundreds of homes every year, helping them to choose the best blinds, curtains, fabric or wallpaper to meet their requirements - aesthetically and to suit any budget.

blinds, we set to work quickly so that we were fully supporting the new regulations. We made sure that all of the new blinds that we supply are fully compliant and are fitted correctly. We are also able to help any customer who has existing blinds with cords or chains to ensure that they comply with the new law too.”

install a window blind that does not comply - the rules include maximum cord and chain lengths, the fitting of safety devices at the point of manufacture, product warnings, point of sale information and instructions on packaging.

Make the most of their knowledge & expertise and they can help you find the right product, take advantage of their professional, free measuring service.

above: The shop has been open seven years and is based on North Street in Stamford, where you can see a selection of blinds, curtains, fabrics and wallpapers.

Jeremy and Lorraine have a selection of blinds and This year though, the couple welcomed in new laws on fabrics to view at their shop and as part of their window blind safety which are designed to make your friendly service they can show you different products home safer, too. The company is a member of the British J&l ball interiors is a member of the british blind & shutter Blind & Shutter Association, who have been campaigning association, and are backing the campaign for safer blinds for safer window blinds, and much more stringent child safety standards... making child safety standards for new blinds much more left: Owners of J&L Ball, stringent. that will suit your needs; making sure you get the right Lorraine and Jeremy size, colour, and functionality to suit your requirements. Following the change in the law, it’s now illegal to sell or

When we spoke with Jeremy, he explained how the family run business prepared for the change. “When we were told about the change in the law with window

“We take into account anything that might get in the way of a successful installation. You can rely on us to fit your curtains, blinds and shutters to perfection. Using professional equipment and fixings, your window dressings will be fitted with minimum fuss or mess.”

have welcomed new laws on window blind safety, which have made child safety standards for new window blinds much more stringent. Visit J&L Ball on North St, Stamford, PE9 1EH. Tel: 01780 481416. www.jandlball.co.uk.

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KEEPING IT TRADITIONAL AT

THE RUG STUDIO Rachel and Tony at The Rug Studio like to keep things traditional - they are one of the few who still do rug restoration and cleaning in-house, all done by hand using only the traditional methods... Words & images: Ceri Jackson.

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homes & gardens

The Rug Studio

he Rug Studio in Uppingham isn’t your usual rug shop - they are one the few that still do restorations in-house. Owner Rachel has over 20 years experience, which began from the age of 15 when she started her own private collection of rugs. Rather than receiving the usual gifts for her 16th, 18th and 21st birthdays - she asked for antique rugs instead.

requirements, or we travel to find the right rug too.” The shop is lined with beautiful exotic rugs from places like Iran, India, Afghan, Turkey and China, including a rare Ziegler from the 1830’s, to modern limited selection of rug by American Rex Ray.

above: Rachel has over 20 years experience with rugs. She started her own private collection from the age of 15.

Rachel has travelled to India where she trained local “I’ve always been fascinated by antique rugs. The look, people in restoration, something that is different to rug the feel, the colours - how they are made, their history, where they originate from and the handknotted “i’ve always been fascinated by antique rugs. the look, technique. After studying art the feel, the colours - how they are made and their history. and design at university, I set at the rug studio, we are one of the few businesses who up a shop in London, and I learnt how to weave rugs in can still do in-house restorations and cleaning of rugs...” the UK, India and Turkey before moving to this area.” making. “To restore a rug requires a lot of expertise. As well as stocking different antique and modern rugs, It can take anywhere from a day, up to two years. everything is done in-house by the couple, who have If a rug has been hand made, we believe it should be four children, 6 chickens and a dog. Rachel carries out restored and cleaned by hand. We want to keep our Find out More: all the restorations while her husband Tony, who techniques traditional - we use wooden looms to Visit The Rug Studio at 2 High Street recently joined the business, cleans the rugs by hand. restore rugs, and we even make the looms to fit each East, Uppingham, individual job. When it comes to cleaning the rugs, we “I started the business from scratch from an early age LE15 9PZ. don’t use any chemicals and they’re cleaned by hand.” Alternatively call and it just progressed from there. It’s been hard work but I stuck at it and it’s so rewarding when we find the right rug for our customers. We also offer a bespoke rug service, where we make rugs to suit a customer’s

It’s not just high range rugs that the couple have to offer, as they also stock products like doormats - but you are always guaranteed the highest quality product.

01572 829927 / 07885 757796 or see www.therug studio.co.uk.

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Inspiration and Ideas for your Home and Garden

A1, Markham Moor, Retford DN22 0QU 01636 822000 www.elizabethandstevens.com Wednesday to Saturday oďŹ&#x20AC; the A1 signed to Lincoln A57 then take the turning to Retford A638 - come in and browse, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re really friendly!

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The Even Greater

Outdoors

The summer is finally here, which means outdoor living, dining al fresco, barbecues and afternoon siestas in the sun! This month, we bring you some of the best garden accessories from leading designers and stockists... Words: Ceri Jackson.

Image: The White Company.

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Flaming Good

Relax and watch the clouds pass by above, in this Lene Bjerre

Barbecues

Affair Hammock from Occo Home, £121.

Don your apron and chef’s hat - as you’ll be smoking hot with these three fabulous barbecues!

Outback cooker! This Outback Hunter Select three burner wood trolley barbecue has an array of delightful features. £349, John Lewis.

Volga Linen table cloths available from H-works interiors, priced p/metre; £call

Lots of Bottle Impress guests by serving drinks in these vintage style white and blue bottles from Grace Gentle, £12.95.

Perfect roaster... Leisuregrow 440GS four burner roaster barbecue is versatile, with a host of technological elements. £499, Oldrids.

Let’ s Party!

Fire me up... The Webers Summit E670 Series hooded gas barbecue is the epitome of BBQ perfection! £2899.99, Crowders.

Hand Forged Crown Fire Pit by Bex Simon Collections www.notonthehigh street.com, £1,300.

There’s no chance of missing out on a party with this sign. From Elizabeth & Stevens, £6.

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Selection of vintage style lanterns and candles, and bistro bulb fairy lights from The White Company.

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Amalﬁ Rattan Teardrop Garden Seat Available from Oldrids, £449.

Contemporary

L’Atelier du Vin Open Cristal Carafe with a unique developer that oxygenates the wine as it is decanted. John Lewis, £99.

Hanging chair made by Fermob, the French master craftsmen of boutique garden furniture. From The White Company, £325.

Keep cool with this quirky retro glass

ice bucket and tongs Elizabeth & Stevens, £49.99.

Keep your garden wildlife happy with

Tom Chambers Squirrel Snack Box and Happy Bee Box available from Oldrids, £13/£15.

Light up your garden with this metal hanging heart with candle LED light. Available at Next, £18.

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Add a bit of colour to your garden with these Denby Glassware wine glasses, the perfect excuse to have a glass of wine or two as you relax and soak up some of the summer sun. Available from the Denby Store at Springfields.

Folding Bistro table and chairs set made by Fermob, the French master craftsmen of boutique garden furniture. From The White Company; ÂŁ355/set.

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HOUSE & HOME

Colours For Living Decorating your child or teenager’s bedroom doesn’t have to be hard work - with these bright and beautiful ﬂorals, bold prints and vibrant colours - there’ll be no question as to whether these designs are ‘too cool for school’...

SUGAR, SPICE AND ALL THINGS NICE This month, we take a look at the leading trends to decorate your child or teenager’s bedroom. Light, bright and spacious - these designs incorporating ﬂorals, bright colours and vivid patterns that are bound to get them bouncing out of bed in the morning.

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HOUSE & HOmE

Main: Fly away with fantastic prints and electric colours; a great way to brighten up your child’s bedroom.

Above: Create a whimsical and playful fairytale look by adding a canopy over your child’s bed - the perfect place for a princess.

Featured designers are available from the county’s leading independent soft furnishings specialists. 75

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HOUSE & HOME

his summer, you can create the perfect bedroom for your child by incorporating floral prints, fun and vibrant colours and bold prints. With the right colour scheme and matching accessories, anyone can create a fun yet functional bedroom for any age. This month, we spoke with Sanderson Home about the current trends to remember when you decorate your child’s bedroom; and with the array of vibrant colour and exotic prints is guarantee to brighten up their morning, and get them up and out of bed. Design Manager Rebecca Craig shared where the inspiration came from for the designs. “When I was creating the palette for Colour for Living, I was viewing the world through the rose-tinted spectacles through which my daughter experiences. This pretty colour range of raspberry pinks and ice cream shades creates delightfully naive and feminine schemes for the young and young at heart.” We’re sure that the little princesses will fall in love the pinks and floral patterns that are very in at the moment, and they will help you create a pretty and feminine bedroom for your young ladies. Maycott incorporates a beautiful range of prints and wallpapers that have a fresh floral theme, bringing the essence of the English garden into your home. The designs draw inspiration from flowers, woodlands and hedgerows; and will make a light and airy space. You can complete the look with over the bed canopies,

Above: Pretty ﬂorals with Lilac from Sanderson, a romantic pattern showing fragrant lilac trees in full bloom. Sabine incorporates delicately painted Ikat ﬂowers arranged within a loose leafy trail.

stylish cushions, blankets, cosy bean bags and square seats. Romantic patterns showing fragrant trees and flowers in bloom; fern branches painted delicately in a loose fresco style and velvety camellia blooms arranged in an elegant airy design will help to create a vintage chic bedroom children of all ages will love. For your little adventurers, try and incorporate neutrals, greens and oranges for an almost outdoorsy feel, which can be enhanced with the right accessories such as a jungle coat rack, bed blanket or blinds. For that extra ‘oomph’ what you need is quirky abstract patterns and geometric block prints, which will help you to create a contemporary space. Bright scenes depicting hand drawn streets or balloon prints are sure to take them on a journey to the land of make-believe in no time!

Left: With Sanderson’s Colour For Living Collection, you can add a burst of bright colours and bold prints to your child’s bedroom.

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ARE SOLAR PANELS JUST A BIT OF ECO-BLING? IF WE’RE HONEST, MOST OF US LIKE THE IDEA OF DOING OUR BIT FOR THE ENVIRONMENT, BECOMING MORE ENERGy EFFICIENT AND GOING A BIT “GREEN” – BUT NOT IF IT ADDS TO THE COST OF OUR MONTHLy ENERGy BILLS.

ut what if there was a way to produce cleaner electricity, save money on your energy bills AND generate a little extra income for your household - all at the same time? Solar panels generally divide opinion but the reality is that they’re an excellent way to make your home more energy efficient.

DISPELLING THE MYTHS Before we get into too much detail on what exactly solar energy is, and how it works, it’s probably best to dispel one of the main myths surrounding solar power in the UK. And that is, ‘you need to live in a Mediterranean climate to have solar!’ Solar panels generate electricity through exposure to light, so while living in a Mediterranean climate might be lovely; it’s not an absolute necessity. However it is true that more power is generated with solar panels on south-facing roofs, away from any shade as these receive the greatest amount of light.

HOW DO SOLAR PANELS WORK? A solar panel is made up of a series of solar photovoltaic (PV) cells, which convert light into an electric current. This in turn is converted into power you can use to power your household

appliances, via a device called an ‘inverter’. This is installed in your loft and is hooked up to your existing distribution board and a meter that measures how much electricity you’re generating.

SO YOU CAN EARN AND SAVE ALL ON ONE ROOF The great news about solar electricity is that the government’s Feed-in Tariff makes it possible for you to earn money for all the electricity you generate. So, if you installed solar you could save up to £750 a year based on a 4kWp system*

INVEST IN SOLAR So far over half a million homes have installed the panels which last around 25 years, and require very little maintenance. With interest rates currently at an all time low there aren’t many financial products that can give you the same return on investment as solar panels (currently 5-8%). So in addition to the environmental and financial benefits, installing a solar PV system is also a sound investment.

WHY CHOOSE US? Mark Group is an international company which began helping people become more energy efficient back in 1974. Today we help over 7,000 homeowners and businesses become more energy efficient every week from over 30 worldwide locations. We make sure all of our services are tailored for individual home-owners, as well as builders, architects, local authorities, government bodies and commercial developers. With Eco Advance, our new finance scheme, we are able to offer 0% finance with no deposit to pay – a great way to make energy efficiency simple and affordable. * Source: Energy Saving Trust 2014.

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WELCOME HOME

The Great Rutland

bakehouse

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Bakehouse: The property, based in barrowden, has three storeys, four reception rooms and ﬁve bedrooms. Grade II listed and recently refurbished, it’s currently on the market with Fine & Country for £825,000.

CORNERSTONES, BARROWDEN

Rod and vIv powell FIRmly belIeve ThaT TheIR RuTland CoTTaGe Is loCaTed In The besT vIllaGe In The CounTy. The Couple aRe CuRRenTly seekInG TheIR ThIRd pRopeRTy In The vIllaGe, and aRe hopInG To FInd a new CusTodIan FoR TheIR GRade II lIsTed FoRmeR bakehouse, lovInGly ResToRed oveR The pasT deCade... 85

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t’s safe to say that Rutlanders Rod and Above: “It’s a really practical house to live in.” says Rod. The property’s Viv Powell love their village. Somewhat “The previous owners refurbished the house so all we family room controversially, Rob declares Barrowden the had to do was move in. We added the garden room for incorporates the best village in the county. That’s a provocative extra living space, but it’s like having a new house with former bakehouse’s claim, but with a community-run shop, the old bread oven. modern comforts, in the shell of a period property Exeter Arms pub, a surgery and park, plus with lots of original features.” good transport links and good schools close by, it’s The property is arranged over three floors with a certainly fair to say the village will tick all of the modern layout downstairs providing a snug with oak right boxes for families seeking village life, without “The previous owners refurbished the house so all we had to compromising the practicality of an in-town location. do was move in. We added the garden room for extra living “It was the picturesque space, but it’s like having a new house with modern comforts, location as well as the in the shell of a period property with lots of original features. ” wonderful Georgian features of the house that originally attracted us to the floors and the former bakery’s original bread oven. property,” says Viv. “There’s a treasure-trove of An open plan layout facilitates the snug flowing beauty and history just waiting to be explored.” through to the newly created garden room, with its French doors opening out onto roughly an acre of The couple have lived in the village for a number grounds. of years, and are currently seeking to move to what will be their third property there. “There’s nothing like throwing the double doors open in spring ‘letting the outside in,’ seeing the whole That will mean leaving their Grade II listed bakery, garden begin to blossom and burst into life.” says Viv. Cornerstones, with its lovely Georgian features. It’s this mix of rich period details like sash windows, original “And the perfect end to a balmy summer day is to beams, flagstone floors and the Clipsham stone of invite some friends and family over for a little al fresco which the property is constructed, with modern dining on the patio, just before the sun goes down, features like the property’s kitchen, its integrated music before retiring into the cosy snug. We light the system and en suites that appealed most to the couple log burner, and enjoy a nightcap before retiring when they were seeking a new home. after another wonderful day here!” 86

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WELCOME HOME WELCOME HOME

Left: The siemens kitchen is more modern than you’d expect, with high quality integrated appliances.

Left: The house features original beams, stone fireplaces and flagstone floors.

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The previous owners opted for a quality German kitchen from Siematic, complete with semi-gloss cabinetry, engineered stone work surfaces and stainless steel range cooker, supplementing the island’s integrated oven, its wine chiller and dishwasher. “Its position is really perfect. I love watching the comings and goings on the village green, and feeling like I’m a part of village life.” says Viv. There’s also a separate utility room with a trap door down into a cellar, as well as bespoke cabinetry to the hallway, affording modern families plenty of storage. A dedicated dining room is minimally furnished with flat chalk white walls, beams, and a carved stone fireplace. A further reception room on the first floor is more in keeping with a bel étage from the mid-19th century, and incorporates a stone fireplace. Rod and Viv say they’ll miss the property a great deal, but with their daughter in Australia, they’re hoping to spend more time there. They’ll retain a property in Barrowden though, rather understandably, given Rod’s insistence that it’s the county’s best village. “We do have a thriving community in Barrowden.” says Viv. “It’s quintessentially English - right down to the traditional pub which looks out onto the duck pond!” With antipodean life beckoning, and the house now on the market with Stamford’s Fine & Country, the couple say they hope that Cornerstones’s next custodians love the property just as much as they do. 88

Cornerstones Barrowden, Rutland Style: Former bakehouse with Grade II listing. exact date unknown but believed to be C18th in design and construction. Receptions: Four, currently arranged as family room, dining room, garden room and ﬁrst ﬂoor drawing room. Bedrooms: Five, with two en suites and one family bathroom.

Other features: utility room, study, outbuildings. Guide Price: £825,000 Estate Agency: Fine & Country, st mary’s st, lincolnshire pe9 2de Phone: 01780 750200 Web: stamford.ﬁneandcountry.co.uk.

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ExPAndinG THEiR sERviCEs

H-Works Interiors... since moving into the former black bull pub in stamford two years ago alan & heather have had lots more room to breathe and are celebrating their second anniversary by adding exciting new products and services to the mix. Words & Photos: Ceri Jackson.

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lan and Heather at H-works in Stamford have had a busy two years since they moved into the 300 year old former Black Bull pub in Stamford Walk. Having moved from a small workshop, they were keen to use the additional space available to widen the range of products and services they could offer. “The building itself has loads of character and we wanted to create a welcoming, warm and relaxed environment – a home away from home where people can come to find some inspiration. Initially, our focus was on our core services – upholstery and curtain making – but in recent months we’ve added bespoke furniture making as well as those extra finishing touches like high quality lamps, interesting occasional tables, mirrors and ceramics. Now we feel we can offer that extra something” says Alan. The shop is beautifully designed and laid out, with high ceilings and floods of light. There are different sample fabrics (which change seasonally) hanging from the walls around a big wooden cutting table, allowing customers to see, touch and feel, helping with their home decoration journey. They use over 50 different fabric suppliers, providing a fantastic selection to choose from. 92

Heather is a Master Upholsterer with over 10 years experience, and she has a workshop in the shop where smaller and antique items are worked on and restored. Larger pieces, as well as the curtains and blinds, are worked on offsite under the supervision of the couple. Bespoke furniture frames are also made offsite in Long Eaton. “ We sit with customers to discuss what shape, size and fabric they want, often combining the consultation with discussions about curtains, soft furnishings and paint colours. The furniture is then made-up to that exact specification and comes with a 25 year guarantee on the frames.”

Above: h-works is run by alan and heather, and is based on stamford walk.

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Above Right: The new shop is much bigger and has allowed the couple (above) to expand beyond the scope of their traditional core services.

For Alan and Heather it’s all about providing customers with a personal service. It’s just the two of them in the shop so they do everything themselves, from the initial welcome to co-ordinating make, build, delivery or installation. “We wanted to make our shop unique, and offer people something a little different, special even. We want the atmosphere to be relaxed, not intimidating. Customers can be left to browse on their own if they

The couple wanted to keep their shop unique, and offer something different and special. it’s all about personal service, where they can have a coffee and chat with customers as they browse... prefer, or sit with us over a coffee and discuss their requirements in detail. It’s all about tailoring things to the customer’s own needs.

Find out more: Visit Heather and Alan at H-Works, The Black Bull, Stamford Walk, Stamford, PE9 2JE. Get in touch on 01780 754605 or enquiries@ hworksdesign.co.uk. www.hworksdesign.co.uk.

we said, why don’t you ask your family and friends to contribute to that? They loved the idea. Couples living together often don’t need the usual ‘home start-up’ kit that traditional wedding lists provide. With this service they can add high quality items to their lists than can really transform their new marital home” Once couples have sat with Heather and Alan and chosen the items they would like to have added to their list, their friends, family and guests can either visit or contact the shop and contribute as much as they would like. H-works will manage the running totals and will also consolidate messages of congratulation for the bride and groom to be. “The service isn’t something you would usually see being offered by independent retailers. We wanted to give couples the option to add something that isn’t traditionally on a wedding registry. It can be tailored to suit any couple – all they need is to come in and choose the things they want – we will do the rest.”

When we spoke to the couple about their plans for the future a smile instantly spread across their faces. They are about to launch a ‘Wedding Registry’ service, something they’ve been keen to do for a while now.

And that’s not the only new addition. As well as all the new products and services, the couple will be welcoming a new Golden Retriever puppy into the mix!

“Today, couples often live together for years before they marry. Recently, an engaged couple came into the shop and fell in love with one of our bespoke sofas but it wasn’t something they could afford right now, so

“We’re very excited that a new ‘Designer in Chief ’ will be joining the family and coming to work with us every day. The last two years have been great and we’re really looking forward to what the future holds.” 93

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Full of character: The family is relocating to high street to a three storey Georgian house, which will allow the business to evolve and grow.

swans aRe movInG onwaRds

AND UPWARDS... after nearly 30 years based on mill street, antique and home interiors retailer, swans of oakham are moving to pastures new. Their new building on high street is bigger, brighter and bags of potential... Words & images: Ceri Jackson.

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Antiques & interiors

Swans of Oakham

fter nearly 30 years in Mill Street, Swans of Oakham are opening a new showroom at 76 High Street. The showroom will be in one of the finest Regency houses in Jermyn Terrace opposite the new Wetherspoons and Wildwood restaurants.

of small independent antique shops have closed. With Tom’s knowledge of E-trading and knowing what people expect, providing both a high tech and personal service have helped us survive and grow.” Peter laughed. “Tom’s recent series as a presenter on the BBC’s Antiques Road Trip has not done any harm to our profile. Most of our business is initiated through our

Owners Peter Jones and Tom Scott have traded with antiques for 26 years in Mill Street, and it was only with “The business is 24 hours a day - with customers from not only Peter’s wife, Linda’s retirement Manton, Kettering and northampton, but from Manhattan, and closure of her shop that set the possibility of a move Kuala Lumpur and north island new Zealand. We still want in to motion.

people to come to Oakham and see the showroom...”

“It’s sometimes very hard to consider changing what has always been a good business,” says Peter. “But you can’t always live in the past. Mill Street has been good to us. We have lived above the shop for a time and we feel it’s like home. It is part of our life.” So it was with some apprehension that the move was considered. Having been closely connected to and in retail for 50 years, Peter learnt you cannot ignore changes and peoples’ shopping patterns. The internet has allowed people worldwide to shop 24 hours a day 365 days a year and retailers must work with it. “From our point of view, the best thing that happened to us was Tom joining us 16 years ago. Since then, 70%

website with more than 100,000 visits a month - so the need for a showroom is paramount so personal relationships can be established and maintained, and people can still touch and feel our products.” The move will bring and three floors with high ceilings to display fine pieces of antique French and English furniture, including the French beds that Swans specialises in. Room settings will allow them to show mirrors, art and lighting in a relaxed atmosphere. A new shop is a great move for a well established family firm with a bright future. Their words: “We have Rutland Pride - so come and see us, have a cup of coffee or a glass of something. But sit, chat and relax.”

Find Out More: Visit Swans of Oakham at 76 High Street, Oakham, LE15 6AS. Alternatively call 01572 724364 or see www.swans ofoakham.co.uk.

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in the garden

Getting your Growing Going... Growing your own fruit, vegetables or herbs has lots of beneﬁts - not only does it taste better, it is a great way to save money and get your ﬁve-a-day!

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here are so many reasons to grow your own fruit, vegetables and herbs. You can enjoy seasonal produce at its freshest, and not only does home grown taste great, it’s really rewarding and will help you achieve your five-aday aim. Best of all, it’s actually easier than you think. With a few packets of seeds, and a sprinkling of enthusiasm, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at what you can grow in even the smallest of places!

Grow your own herb garden

These aromatic plants are delicious and look fabulous. They don’t require too much space, but are best suited to hot, sunny positions and well-drained soil. Hanging baskets, patio containers, raised beds and small pots, even wooden pallets are ideal ‘growing quarters.’ Growing your own herbs will ensure you always have a fresh supply of flavour enhancing crops to hand, and can be cut as fresh garnishes as well as being used in your dishes. Start with easy herbs like mint, rosemary, chives and basil before being more adventurous. Grow your herbs from seeds, cuttings, or established plants and water and harvest regularly to promote new growth. Get your five-a-day the easy way...

Before you start growing, you need to get the soil in a good condition. Dig it over, and remove weeds and their roots so they don’t become a problem in the future, then add as much bulky organic material as you can.

Main: Growing your own is fun, and very healthy for all the family. right: Sowing is easy and many fruits and vegetables can be planted straight in to the ground. Far right: You need to get the soil in a good condition - so get your wellies and start digging!

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gardening

in the garden

Jobs for June £ Summer’s really here, and your garden is the best place to enjoy it. Trees and shrubs are covered in leaves, flowers and plants are flowering and your roses bring colour, shape and beautiful fragrance. Butterflies and birds relish all the delicacies that the garden has to offer!

£ Start to dig up bulbs once the foliage has died back completely.

£ Give support to your perennials that need it. But be careful not to bind the stems together into bunches - place canes in between in the direction of growth and tie them to those.

£ Don’t prune your climbing roses just yet. Leave them to develop so they can grow plenty of new shoots. Make sure you tie them to prevent the plants from falling over.

£ Weeds grow vigorously in June, so continue to keep them at bay!

£ Fertilise that lawn of yours! With the warmer weather it has a lot to cope with, so make sure you give it sufficient nutrients; slow release lawn food is best! Every six weeks, scatter other fertiliser, preferably on a rainy summer’s day. Water you lawn once every three to five days - this will help the grass to root deeper and it won’t dry out so quickly.

£ Deal with those demanding roses! Roses exhaust the soil where they grow quite quickly, so it’s ideal to give them special rose fertiliser which contains trace elements and magnesium. 101

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gardening Well rotted manure is ideal. It’s a great idea to use a garden compost, as they are essential for putting the goodness back in to the soil that is used by your crops. Many vegetables can be sown straight into the ground, like salads, carrots, beetroot, radish, spring onions, spinach and beans. All you need is a trowel or rake to make a seed drill (a shallow trench), scatter seed thinly along it and cover with soil. Use small pots or seed trays for larger, widely spaced vegetables such as cabbages, tomatoes and cauliflowers and when they are large enough, plant them outside. Water young plants and seedlings for a maximum of two weeks in dry weather to help them establish and afterwards, they should find enough moisture in the soil. During the hot summer, give weekly drenchings rather than daily sprinklings. Your quick growing guide..

£ Grow carrots in pots - scatter seed thinly and cover with compost, watering regularly but not too much. Baby carrots can be pulled as soon as they reach 1cm across. Beetroot and radishes can be grown in the same way. £ Courgettes are easier to manage in the ground with plenty of space and a weekly soaking. When they reach 15cm, they are ready to pick. £ Salad leaves can be sown right up until the early autumn. They usually grow in three or four days, and can be sown every three weeks for a continual supply of fresh, tasty salad leaves.

Make sure you water young plants, and weekly drenchings in the summer.

£ To grow tasty strawberries - plant pot grown plants or barerooted runners from March to July. They usually fruit around 60 days after planting, but it’s essential to keep the area free from weeds and make sure the soil doesn’t dry out with regular watering. You can also use large hanging containers in smaller gardens, on balconies or patios.

Herbs are easy to grow, can enhance flavour or act as a garnish.

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DOUBLEDAY ARE CELEBRATING... THE OPENING OF THEIR BRAND NEW PURPOSE BUILT DEPOT AT SWINESHEAD NEAR BOSTON. THE BUSINESS ARE PROUD TO SUPPLY AND SERVICE AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY FROM MANY OF THE LEADING MANUFACTURERS INCLUDING JOHN DEERE AND VADERSTAD TO NAME JUST A FEW! Doubleday, a family business that has been operating since the early 70’s prides itself on their unrivalled customer service. Zoe Doubleday-Collishaw, third generation and director of the business explains ‘being farmers ourselves we would like to think that we understand what the customer needs and expects from their dealer, uptime is critical, machines inevitably fail at some point however it is our response to the failure which is paramount. We understand the criticality of keeping the farming operation running and will always strive to get the customers machine running as quickly as possible, if this is not possible, we always to look to provide the customer a stand in machine – ensuring that their business is impacted as minimally as possible’. Beginning with a branch at Holbeach St Johns, the company has continued to grow over the years with the additional depots of Bourne in 1988 and Kings Lynn in 1999 and their latest addition, Swineshead. Although predominantly known as an agricultural machinery business, Doubleday also supply and service the very popular

John Deere Lawn and garden machinery. The Doubleday back up is second to none, and its parts and service systems for the home gardener take just as important a place as the needs of the agricultural customer. Zoe goes onto say ‘We know that if a customer orders a part by 4pm on Friday, it will be in the depot before 9am on Saturday morning, managing to save the weekend which is by far the most important and critical time for both our commercial and domestic customers.’ The John Deere lawnmower range is varied and extensive, ranging from the automated Tango E5, Electric and petrol walk behinds, to the broad range of lawn tractors, so however big or small your lawn, we at Doubleday can offer you the perfect solution – and you’ll enjoy the same quality engineering and advanced technology as the professionals who rely on the John Deere agricultural product worldwide. Come along to experience and discover what Doubleday can offer on their celebratory open days at Swineshead which are being held on Friday 30th and Saturday 31st May.

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the SUMMer’S hOtteSt

weddinG dreSSeS we can’t get enough of this year's bridal gowns and the latest trends to hit this summer. everything from lace sleeves, exquisite beading to the Little white dress trend, here we bring you the hottest summer trends for wedding dresses. Words: Ceri Jackson.

1. Lace Sleeves - these are set to become an increasing favourite this year, with coverage ranging from small caps to full length sleeves, as demonstrated by Caroline Castigliano's new English Heritage collection. 2. Volume - think My Big Fat Gypsy Wedding! Big frocks are making a U-Turn on the catwalk, like Amanda Wyatt’s ‘Madrid.’ 104

3. Minimal - we can’t get enough of the chic, minimal look. Opulence has got this look down to a ‘T’ this year. 4. Beading - it’s all about Gatsby glamour and Art Deco. The vintage style wedding dress is here to stay - like Anna Campbell’s beautiful wedding dress. 5. Jackets - if you’re wearing a sleeveless wedding dress and want

a bit of coverage, sheer jackets and overlays are the answer and can still be easily removed for the after party! Justin Alexander’s new collection is right up our street. 6. the ‘LWd’ - more brides are opting for the quirky alternative to the traditional wedding dress - The Little White Dress. Charlotte Balbier’s Nora is great.

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Wedding FaShiOnS

This year sees the return of the Great Gatsby trend - with vintage here to stay, along with sheer overlay jackets - perfect as a cover up and easily removed for the after party! Browse through over 5,000 wedding dresses online: www.ukbride.co.uk is the social networking site for brides-to-be. Visit the site to view over 5,000 wedding dresses, and win a ÂŁ25,000 wedding by joining the site free of charge.

7. Colour - itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s all about the pink wedding dress. Most girls when they're growing up dream of a fairy tale wedding. This year you can, because a big trend this year is pink wedding dresses. Jenny Packham's Champagne Pink bridal gown gives you the perfect toned down alternative. 105

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“as bespoke tailors, father and son John and andrew Musson really are cut from the same cloth. andrew left Savile row behind in 2008 to take over the family’s tailoring business. his move means his customers now enjoy the luxury of the best quality tailoring, close to home...” This month we sent along Pride’s Managing Director Julian Wilkinson to find out how you can achieve a Savile Row suit, for a third of the cost, from a tailor who’s a cut above the rest...

ith hard work and success comes reward. Luxury motoring, nice holidays, good quality restaurants. But the ultimate luxury for a man is a beautifully cut suit. A poorly fitting suit will always look terrible no matter what designer label has been stitched into it, but a suit with a beautiful fit will flatter any gentleman, providing confidence and helping him to look and feel his best. With off-the-peg designer suits from names like Boss and Armani costing up to £1,000, and with Lincoln tailor Andrew Musson - with his 25 years experience working on Savile Row - offering made-to-measure suits for similar money, only a fool would opt for off-the-peg. Andrew has also launched a ‘travelling tailor’ service at The George of Stamford, enabling those from Stamford, Rutland and Market Harborough to access a tailor without travelling too far. 45 man-hours go into every suit, and each bespoke suit is hand-cut, hand sewn and hand-finished over a period of eight to 10 weeks. The result is a perfect fit that flatters your body style, a beautiful quality of cloth, plus the ability to choose the style, cut and finishing touches of your suit, as well as the underlying sense of pleasure that comes from knowing that the end product is hand-crafted and absolutely unique. Andrew’s father, John Musson, who is himself a tailor, has been based at his Lincoln shop since the late 1970s. Following a Saturday job with his father, before a quarter of a century he spent working on Mayfair’s most prestigious street for gentleman’s tailoring, Andrew returned to the county in 2008 to take over the family firm, with his father still working alongside him.

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>> Bespoke Quality: Andrew has 25 year of experience cutting on Savile row. Since 2008 he’s been back in the county, enabling the area’s gentlemen to enjoy Savile row tailoring at around a third of the price you’ll pay back in the city.

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Andrew J Musson

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Andrew J Musson

in the 1980s there were only a hundred or so tailors on Savile row. Today, it’s fewer still, which makes Andrew’s 25 years of experience on the street highly sought after, especially as he undercuts Savile row by two thirds! Savile Row’s palladian façade dates back to 1780, with the first tailors emerging around 1800. The street had its heyday in the swinging sixties and has been famous ever since, but when Andrew began his apprenticeship on Savile Row, back in the 1980s, ‘yuppie’ profligacy was at its most robust, and the street had never been more alive. “Customers would fly around the world, they’d have chauffeurs and Porsche 911s. Champagne was consumed like water and it was a really glamorous place to live for a young man!” says Andrew. Back then there were only a hundred or so tailors with the expertise, the eye and the training. Today, it’s substantially fewer than that, which makes Andrew’s experience even more sought after - especially as Savile Row is charging upwards of £3,500 for a suit cut by someone with the same expertise as Andrew. 110

Creating around 200 suits a year, Andrew has cut for Tom Cruise, Ant & Dec, Peter Mandelson, John Freida, Sir Rocco Forté... and he has worked all over the world. Andrew offers both made-to-measure and bespoke suits. Both are cut to suit your body, creating a more flattering fit. The former is measured by hand, but cut by laser, whilst the latter is a completely hand-made suit personally cut by Andrew. The exact cut is down to the tailor’s own judgement - there’s no formula or templates; it’s all done by eye, giving Andrew’s cut a uniqueness of its own. It’s incredible that people pay for a designer label when, for the same cost, they could enjoy the skill and talent of a Savile Row tailor - one who is also right on their doorstep. Suits from Andrew’s made-to-measure service start at just £795, making it inconceivable that there’s still a market for designer label off-the-peg suits.

>> a Cut above: Pride’s Managing director and Publisher Julian wilkinson says that right from the ﬁrst ﬁtting his bespoke suit felt perfect.

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Even a suit like the hand-made bespoke example in our photos costs just ÂŁ1,700, still undercutting Londonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s most famous street for tailoring considerably. The process begins with measurement and consultation. Customers can choose the colour, texture and weight of their pure English wool fabric from over 2,000 examples, and from hundreds of linings. They can opt for a waistcoat, choose the quantity and placement of pockets, contrast stitching on buttonholes and all manner of other details. Andrew drafts a pattern onto paper, with tailors chalk in the traditional way, then cuts the final fabric before the suit is loosely sewn together for a first fitting three to four weeks later. After the first fitting, the suit is completely taken apart, then adjusted and reassembled for a second fitting a further three or four weeks later.

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>> Finishing touches: Clients can choose the number, placement and shape of pockets, choose the colour and style of their lining, the stitching on their buttonholes and can opt for bespoke waistcoat too. Andrew’s suits are hand-finished with John seen here giving our suit a final press before its last fitting.

A third and final fitting sees the client try their suit on with buttonholes, buttons and other details once they’ve been added by hand. Even to our untrained eye, when Pride’s MD Julian Wilkinson emerged from the changing room during his first fitting, it was clear that the suit fitted better than even the best off-the-peg example. Andrew decided that tweaks were needed but to our mind it was already pretty perfect. A couple of weeks later we were back to see the final product, and it was nothing short of superb. We can convey the facts about Andrew’s provenance and the process itself, but feeling the fabric - and seeing the cut in person - are both necessary to see just how much the talents of the father and son team justify the option of bespoke tailoring. Our ‘tailoring test subject,’ Julian says; “It’s like nothing I’ve worn before. The fit is perfect; the quality superb. Having never opted for bespoke tailoring before, I thought the finished product would be slightly better than a conventional suit. But I admit to being much more impressed than I imagined. I’m truly won over by the fit and I can definitely recommend bespoke tailoring over an ‘off-the-peg’ designer suit.”

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we can convey the facts here, but feeling the fabric and seeing the cut in person were both necessary to see the full extent to which the talents of the father and son team justify the luxury of bespoke tailoring... Find Out More... ANDREW J MUSSON is based at number 39, on Lincoln’s High Street. The shop provides bespoke tailoring, made-to-measure suits, evening wear and accessories. Visit the shop on Monday, Tuesday, or from Thursday-Saturday. Andrew also hosts a visiting tailor service at The George of Stamford on selected dates. For more information call 01522 520142 or click on www.andrewjmusson.com.

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<< the Finished product: Prideâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Md and Publisher Julian wilkinson was delighted with the hand-cut suit created for him by Andrew, and is now a convert to bespoke tailoring.

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Bespoke & Made to Measure Suits by a Savile Row Tailor, Andrew Musson

Andrew J Musson Bespoke Tailor of Lincoln

CALL TODAY TO ARRANGE AN APPOINTMENT FOR A BESPOKE OR MADE TO MEASURE SUIT. 39 High Street, Lincoln LN5 8AS

Tel: (01522) 520142 info@andrewjmusson.com www.andrewjmusson.com

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TRANSPORT

Here Comes

The Ride... (PICTURED): n Camper Vans and Beetles are a great way to create a ‘hippy’ look. n Environmentally friendly and hopelessly romantic tandem for two. n Have a memorable entrance in a hot air balloon. n Add a splash of colour in a Double Decker Bus. n Fun, quirky and great for our ‘outdoorsy’ brides, arrive on the back of a tractor. n Add a bit of retro glam in a classic car.

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You’ve got the dress, hired the venue - now how are you going to get to the ceremony? Your wedding transport is an important part of your day - you need to arrive at the church feeling special, calm and composed, and you deﬁnitely want to make a show stopping entrance! The possibilities are really endless, and you can start here with these deliciously diﬀerent ideas for your wedding transport!

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VW Camper Van and Beetle: If you’re trying to create the perfect 1960’s hippy chick look, then look no further! A VW Camper Van or Beetle are perfect to achieve this look, and Boho is very much on trend at the moment so add flowers to your hair to get the full effect.

Double Decker: Add a bit of London style to your wedding with a red double decker bus. It will provide a splash of colour for your outdoor wedding photographs, and you could also ‘double it up’ as a ride from the ceremony to your reception for guests. You can also book a party bus and sip champagne while you spend some quality time with your guests!

Retro Glam: For a retro glam inspired wedding, there’s nothing quite like a classic car! Rolls Royce, Beauford, Daimler - just whip out those sunglasses and lipstick, and you’ll be the star of the show.

On the Farm: There’s nothing more alternative than arriving on the back of a tractor. Fun, quirky and great for those outdoor ‘festival’ style weddings. It will make the perfect prop for your photographs, and the children at your wedding will love a ride!

Italian Job: Turn your guests’ heads with a famous car replica. There is so much choice - from a classic James Bond Aston Martin, Italian Job Mini to a 66 Ford Thunderbird or General Lee from Dukes of Hazzard.

Wild Wedding: Ooze ultimate cool and get the groom to arrive at the wedding ceremony on a motorbike. For brides with wedding dresses too big for a side car - a trike is the perfect alternative and bound to get Dad grinning from ear to ear on the way to the ceremony. Make sure all you biker brides choose a hairstyle that can be easily fixed after wearing a helmet!

Take to the Sky: Create a truly remarkable and memorable way to travel to your wedding ceremony with a hot air balloon ride. This will also give you the perfect setting to get some unusual but very cool aerial photographs of your guests as you arrive to your wedding reception.

Bicycle Made for Two: Environmentally friendly and hopelessly romantic, who could resist a bicycle ride for two on a tandem. Store your flowers in the basket and whisk off on a scenic route together before making your way to greet your guests at the reception. A great way to get some fun and natural photographs of you together on your special day.

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All at Sea: If you’re getting married by a river or the sea, why not make the most of it and arrive by boat.

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Sunshine Ready

Bright and Breezy on a STunning beach, or bY The reServoir, buT alwaYS under blue SkieS - The exciTemenT of Summer iS whaT inSpired The new jouleS collecTion. brighT, breeZY and burSTing wiTh SunShine-readY STYle... Words: ceri jackson.

ummer is here; and so is the new Joules collection! Inspired by the low-lying county of Norfolk, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s full of sunshine ready styles, making sure you have the wind in your sails all season long. A scattering of stripes, a flow of florals and eye catching colours - these new designs

are statement makers, with swashbuckling styles even for the liveliest of little adventures! More than 30 years ago, Tom Joule began selling country clothing at equestrian and outdoor events. He quickly realised country folk are colourful people - and started designing the colourful, bright well-known prints of today!

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<< >> £ MELLOW YELLOW Tailored blue shorts teamed with red striped T shirt, yellow waterproof jacket and canvas pumps makes the perfect outﬁt for a nautical adventure.

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£ LOCAL STOCKISTS: joules of market harborough, high Street, 53-55 market harborough, le16 7af. Tel: 01858 462872. fords of oakham, church Street, oakham, le15 6aa. Tel: 01572 727654. joules of Stamford, St mary’s hill, Stamford pe9 2dp. Tel: 01780 766544. barnack country clothes, manor farm, barnack, pe9 3dY. Tel: 01780 740115. T&c robinson, St mary’s Street, Stamford pe9 2de. Tel: 01780 755378.

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<< £LIGHT LAYERS When there’s a chill in the air, team this Julie dress with this blue Jersey Blazer. << £ RIGHT Flattering, casual, cool, there’s no need for attention seeking accessories with this peplum dress with embellished collar!

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£ AHOY THERE! Swashbuckling styles for little adventurers including these cargo shorts and denim shirt, and red shorts and comfy navy jumper.

£ BELOW This Baby Ronny dress, with meadow print and stripes is made with the ﬁnest cotton for comfort - your baby girl will look cute in no time!

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<< £FREYA FLORALS This woven top will add a feminine touch to any wardrobe. As adaptable as you could wish for, it will sit pretty over jeans, trousers and shorts. >> £ LAZY SUMMER DAYS This classic polo is a must have with a new stunning hand-drawn print that is deﬁnitely above the ordinary!

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>> £ RED SATCHEL Spacious enough to stash your essentials and stylish enough to lift any look out of the ordinary. Crafted from the ﬁnest leather.

£ BRIGHT & BREEZY These new scarves with brighter-bya-country-mile colours will liven up any look. £ LOCAL STOCKISTS: joules of market harborough, high Street, 53-55 market harborough, le16 7af. Tel: 01858 462872. fords of oakham, church Street, oakham, le15 6aa. Tel: 01572 727654. joules of Stamford, St mary’s hill, Stamford pe9 2dp. Tel: 01780 766544. barnack country clothes, manor farm, barnack, pe9 3dY. Tel: 01780 740115. T&c robinson, St mary’s Street, Stamford pe9 2de. Tel: 01780 755378.

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Summer Time Making sure both you and your skin are summer ready is guaranteed to be easy this month. Here, we bring you the make-up bag must-haves to help your skin glow! Words: Ceri Jackson.

Diorskin Nude Tan healthy glow powder gives a healthy glow all year round and leaves the skin radiant and energised with a sunny glow; £37.

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OUR PATIENTS LEAVE US FEELING THRILLED WITH THEIR NEW SMILE… “Implant technology is awesome but you have to have the right person doing them.”

rincipal dentist Colin Sutton has successfully placed hundreds of dental implants since 2000. He has an excellent reputation for providing dental implant treatments, including single implant crowns and full implant-retained bridges and dentures. He offers a complete service from assessment, implant placement, bone grafting and sinus lifting, to creating your crown, bridge or denture. Our practice is a leading implant centre in Lincolnshire and we have invested in training and technology that allows us to provide a number of implants systems, so we can offer what’s best for you.

Paul Elliott, Grantham them ‘my teeth’ because that’s how they feel. I can eat anything I like and my teeth blend in absolutely superbly. I’m delighted.” The Dental Health Centre Grantham is one of very few dental practices to have invested in a 3D dental CT scanner. Our state-of-theart scanner makes implant treatment, safer, quicker and more accurate for our patients and makes us one of the most technologically advanced dental clinics in the area. If you would like to find out more, please visit us for a free 30-minute initial consultation with Colin Sutton.

One satisfied patient, Paul Elliott, wrote a fantastic testimonial that is featured in full on our website at www.dental healthcentre.co.uk. He said: “I would recommend for anyone to see Colin, he’s meticulous and really knows his business. “I have a seven-tooth bridge secured onto four implants. I call

The Dental Health Centre, 3 Avenue Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, NG31 6TA. Tel: 01476 594480, or see www.dentalhealthcentre.co.uk

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Colin Sutton and his implant team at The Dental Health Centre

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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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The jewel of the Norwegian Fjords has to be Geriangerord, a sightseers’ dream!

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Discover Beautiful Norway, the Destination

You Can’t a-Fjord to Miss Voted the world’s most unspoiled and spectacular tourist destination, to really appreciate the scenery of the Norwegian Fjords you have to sail through them. This month, step aboard a cruise ship and be taken on a breathtaking discovery of these deep water ords and narrow inlets... Words: Ceri Jackson

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The Bryggen Wharf in Bergen.

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What to see on the way...

Bergen is known as ‘the gateway to the fjords;’ a scenic, medieval city surrounded by beautiful high, steep mountains with snow covered tops and waterfalls. It has a rich culture, and a number of must-see attractions including Bryggen wharf, Fløibanen Funicular and the Fantoft Stave Church.

Norway’s capital, the Viking city of Oslo has adventure with a rich history and culture. Visit Vigeland Park and be enthralled in its beauty, or ski down the slopes of Tryvann. With so many landmarks, bars and activities, we definitely recommend a stop off here on your cruise.

In one of the south-westerly parts is the beautiful city of Stavanger. A shopping trip will be hard to resist in the charming centre. You can hike the Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock), which offers views of the Lysefjord from 604 metres above sea level. If you’re after a bigger challenge - the Kjerag rises a whopping 1,000 metres above sea level.

The jewel of the Norwegian Fjords has to be Geirangerfjord.

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On the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites, it is a sightseers’ dream. Experience the cultural history and see an abandoned farm where people lived for thousands of years, go on a kayak tour of the fjords or trout or salmon fishing. Cycle the Flofjellsvegen mountain road or Dalsnibba mountain top down to Geiranger.

The city of Alesund is a great place to see the Northern Lights over the harbour. The city is bursting at the seams with things to do - visit the Atlanterhavsparken, and the array of restaurants that line the harbour, where you can sample fresh, local seafood dishes - including Klipfish, a traditional Nordic favourite.

Flåm is in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord, a tributary of the Sognefjord. A paradise for nature lovers, experience the Fjord Safari and experience the area, attractions, see wildlife and find out about the natural and cultural history of the area. In the Nærøyvalley, visit the two mountain masses made of anorthosite, a very rare marble that is completely white the Jordalsnuten and Glasshammeren.

The Northern Lights over Alesund.

Below: The Fløibanen Funicular in Bergen is one of Norway’s best known attractions, offering stunning views of the city. Bottom: Enjoy the views of Geirangerord.

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Norway is a hiker’s paradise - including Preikestolen, Kjerag, and the Sogneord area.

Let’s go fishing... Norway is known for its fishing and seafood, and we’ve picked the top seafood to try as you discover the Norwegian Fjords. Skrei: Skrei is a unique delicacy available for only a few short months every year. Caught along the Norwegian Coast, only the leanest, highest-quality Norwegian cod can be certified as ‘Skrei’. Wild Salmon: Norway has over 400 salmon rivers producing fish of a remarkably high average size. Make sure you sample a taste of the Norwegian wild salmon, which has a particularly solid structure and a delicate flavour prized by seafood experts. Stockfish: This is an unsalted fish dried by the sun and wind on wooden racks in Northern Norway or in special drying houses. Cod is the most common fish used, as well other white fish, such as pollack, haddock and ling. Klipfish: Klipfish has been produced in Norway for a long time. Its name originates from the way the fish was dried on the cliffs after being salted. There is also a Kilpfish Museum in Gomalandet. norwegian King crab: Make sure you try a luxuriously delicious Kind Crab, known previously in Norway as the ‘Kamchatka Crab’. Locals often gather for Krabbefest, or Crab Feast,’ either eating ready cooked crabs from a fishmonger, or cooking live crabs in a large pan outside together. It is also popular to buy pie prawns to eat it by the water, feeding the waste to seagulls. 139

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Schools Colleges...

This month we’ve a round-up of the best schools and colleges in the area for those seeking high quality education for children, teenagers and for those seeking adult learning opportunities...

Rutland County College

Teacher of Chemistry, Katherine Sanders, said “If accepted, our students will gain valuable research experience that will help their studies, as well as their applications to university.”

Three A-level science students from Rutland County College have applied for a highly prestigious Nuffield Research placement in top universities and research institutions around the UK. Each year Nuffield Research provide opportunities for select students to work alongside professional scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians providing invaluable experience for students intending to apply to Russell group universities.

Students will get the opportunity to conduct scientific research relating to their chosen science specialism and gain insight into working as a research scientist. Carl Smith, Head of Centre said: “We are very strong in Maths and the Sciences and this is a great tribute to the ambition of these students. They are determined to compete with the very best and our teachers strongly encourage their ambition!”

Year 12 students, Francesca Williams, Jack Rowbotham and Magdalena Stroinska, have applied for placements in the physical and chemical sciences based on their strong academic backgrounds and AS-level predictions, as well as their enthusiasm for Science.

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Year seven pupils from Giles School on a cultural trip to London.

Giles School, Boston in September 2010 Giles School as the first school to become a Converter Academy and in 2011 Headteacher, Chris Walls, has seen one his dreams become a reality; the introduction of a 25 metre swimming pool and the incorporation of swimming lessons into the curriculum. 2012 saw the launch of the new initiative Giles Adventure, with 200 year 10 pupils participating in the Duke of Edinburgh Award, over 130 year seven pupils taking part in a cultural trip to London, including a theatre show, river cruise and the London Eye, and all of the year eight and year nine students taking part in two day camping trips with hill walking in Edale in the Peak District. After discussions with students

Sixth Form options for 2014 have been further enhanced with the introduction of the new Horse Management Course, A-level French and A-level Psychology. Since the introduction of ski trips in 2013, over 1,000 Giles pupils have taken part in these trips with 100 pupils going to Italy or Austria in 2013 and the 20th ski trip approaching in December to Saalbach in Austria. Now as we move into 2014 the academy has also forged links with Boston Rowing Club, with pupils in years nine and 10 taking part in Rowing Lessons. The response to these new initiatives has been tremendous. Outdoor education builds selfconfidence and self-esteem and should enable ‘tomorrow’s successful citizens to possess the adaptability to cope with a rapidly changing world of work and the responsibility to be an effective member of the community.”

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Students from Worksop College.

Worksop College Worksop college is a British co-educational independent school for both day and boarding pupils aged 13 to 18. It was established in 1890 in Worksop on the northern edge of Sherwood Forest. It’s the name to know if you’re a parent and you are thinking about a new school for your child, whether that school is in the state or independent sector, the process of deciding which school is right for your child can be a daunting one. The decision about where to send a child to school, isn’t just about bricks and mortar: it’s about the relationships amongst the pupils and also amongst the staff.

Try to take time to look at these as a way to understand what the school community is like and whether it will suit your child. Take the time to really look at what goes on within the schools you are considering and use the Open Morning season and visit other schools to answer these questions and build up your own knowledge at the same time as gaining a valuable insight. Worksop College and Preparatory School, Ranby House welcome you to visit this close community and its superb facilities. In 2013 Worksop College achieved an A*-C pass rate of 90.1% at GCSE level and 49.2% of all the grades awarded were at the A* or A grade. For more details about our school or to arrange a tour or a taster day, please call the Admissions Team on 01909 537155 or email admissions@wsnl.co.uk.

New College, Stamford & Oakham exploring your options, considering what’s best for you, getting a second opinion or sound boarding off your friends are all important processes in making education and career decisions. As is obtaining impartial and independent careers advice. In addition to the range of courses, training and other services provided by New College Stamford, careers advice is taken extremely seriously and is delivered by careers guidance professionals from the National Careers Service, employed by the College. By working together, you are assured of our full commitment to helping you find the answers to any work or learning-related

questions you have. The National Careers Service exists to help you to make important decisions about your qualifications, jobs and career. The Advisers who work through New College Stamford deliver independent advice and help to groups and individuals designed to support them in achieving their work, careers and their learning goals. We know that re-training, a change of career or returning to learning can be an uncertain time, which is why our support will be a great help to you! Our sessions are free for adults, confidential and focused around you and your needs. Appointments are available in Oakham and Stamford so please call Anita Harradence on 07799 764374 or Tim Silcock on 07990 513940 and book yours today.

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Working hard at Bourne Grammar School.

Bourne Grammar Bourne Grammar School is a popular and expanding mixed selective secondary school with a large Sixth Form, serving students from a wide catchment area including Bourne, Stamford, the Deepings, Spalding and Peterborough. Demand for places is high and, in response to parental demand, the School has recently increased the number of places available in Year 7. Bourne Grammar School has an outstanding academic reputation but also provides strong pastoral support and opportunities for personal development. In 2014 it was named as one of the top 20 state secondary schools in the country by Tatler Magazine and as one of the top 30 best state schools for sport in 142

the country by School Sports Magazine. The School’s public examinations are exceptional and in 2013 its GCSE results were, by some way, the highest performing in Lincolnshire, Rutland and Peterborough. It ranks first out of 71 secondary schools in Lincolnshire for the percentage of students achieving AAB at A-Level or higher in 3 or more ‘facilitating subjects.’ Students receive strong pastoral support and the opportunity to participate in extra-curricular activities ranging from drama productions, foreign trips and the many clubs and societies, all of which contribute to the special atmosphere of the School. Parents of current Year 5 students can visit and experience the School at its Open Evening on Thursday 26th June at 5:30pm. For more information contact admissions @bourne-grammar.lincs.sch.uk

KGGS Girls’ School at Kesteven and Grantham Girls’ School, on 10th October 2013, the arrival of earth movers, steel fencing and men in hard hats signalled the start of an exciting £1.2 million building programme. The project - made possible by a capital grant of £450,000 from the Education Funding Agency involves the building of a new Creative Arts block and an extension to the current Sixth Form facilities in Harrowby House. Measuring over 1,000 sq metres, the new building provides three additional specialist art and design rooms, a drama studio, three general teaching rooms and a 150 sq m study area.

It will also allow for the expansion of the Science teaching area in the main school building. “The local authority and the Government have recognised that we have a shortage of accommodation, and both have been very supportive of our plans.” Mr Burks, the school’s Headteacher, commented. The extension to Harrowby House, where the Sixth Form are based, was particularly welcomed by the students. “It’s really exciting,” said one student. “I think it’s going to offer lots of opportunities for the school just being able to expand and have more space.” Grantham MP, Nick Boles, added: “I am delighted that KGGS has secured the money to invest in more classrooms.” For more information see www.kestevengrantham.lincs.sch.uk.

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This is the number one tribute to the great Johnny Cash featuring Clive John as the Man In Black. From his ﬁrst hits in the 1950s right up to his last, the band plays a tribute to Cash with astounding accuracy capturing the essence of what it was like to be at a real Cash show!

This is your chance to see live on stage one of the only performing Rock’n'Roll pioneers in the world today.

Come along to the Stamford Summer Fayre for a ﬂavour of a traditional quintessential English fayre. There will be a variety of food and craft stalls, live performances, children rides and Punch & Judy Show.

This is no ordinary concert - be treated to a feast of sound and vision with the band closely replicating the sound of Johnny Cash accompanied with a visual backdrop containing hundreds of evocative images and clips taken during his lifetime. The show celebrates the music of one of America’s greatest music performers in a unique and authentic show, unparalleled by any other within its genre. This year prepare for a musical adventure unrivalled by any other that truly celebrates the career of a musical legend. www.cresset.co.uk 01733 265705

Reg Smith (aka Marty Wilde) was a massive pop star in the '50s and '60s with a plethora of hits including Rubber Ball and Teenager In Love. Marty is still touring the nation’s concert halls and getting a great reaction from audiences up and down the country. His show, Born to Rock ‘n’ Roll, in which he performs with his Wildcats, has received wonderful critical acclaim. The show has acquired a cult status and is deﬁnitely not one to be missed. On Friday 13th June at The Lighthouse Theatre in Kettering, they have a fantastic evening lined up, as Marty and the band entertain you on this stunning musical roller coaster, which has become one of the most acclaimed shows in the country. www.lighthousetheatre.co.uk 01536 414141

Afternoon teas will be available, and Pimms for those who may prefer something a little stronger! At Stamford Meadows on Sunday 1st June from 10.30am to 6pm; free parking. www.stamfordtowncouncil.co.uk 01780 753808

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Can’t Help Falling in Love with UB40... FOR ONE NIGHT ONLY - BRITAIN’S MOST SUCCESSFUL REGGAE POP GROUP UB40 wILL PERFORM AT BURGHLEY HOUSE.

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£ BILLY PEARCE

Still yet to hit the big time, provocative US comic Lewis Schaﬀer continues his tour of free shows with a visit to Rutland on Saturday 14th June at 7.30pm.

A national treasure, and one of Britain’s most talented comedians, Billy Pearce will be making an appearance at the Key Theatre on Thursday 12th June at 7.30pm.

A seasoned stand-up who used to play all of Manhattan's big comedy clubs, the amiable Schaﬀer left ‘the best city in the world’ back in 2000 when he married an English woman.

Billy ﬁrst came to National prominence when he appeared on top talent show New Faces. His impact was immediate and he was quickly snapped up for stage and TV appearances, including You Gotta Be Joking. Tickets are £18.50.

Cynics may say that Schaffer's tactic of offering free shows until he becomes a household name will only lead to an impoverished existence but don't worry he’ll be ok and what do you have to lose? A collection is made at the end and like all true New Yorkers, Schaffer appreciates a tip (“It's kinda free. Give if you laugh. Bring money just in case,” he says). But you get the impression that all he really wants is to make a few friends. Oh, and to be famous...

www.vivacity-peterborough.com 01733 207239

UB40 will be performing for one night only at Burghley this June! UB40 are Britain’s most successful reggae pop group with more than 50 singles in the UK charts. They also achieved considerable international success. There are so many songs to their credit, but who can forget such massive hits as Red Red Wine, Kingston Town, Can’t Help Falling in Love with You, Every Breath You Take. Who could forget Cherry Oh Baby? ...and the cherry on the top - the show will feature three founder members Ali Campbell, Astro and Mickey Virtue! For more information and tickets, call 01780 752451, or visit www.burghley.co.uk.

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Be prepared for a jam packed day of family entertainment and fun in celebration of our Great British farming heritage MAIN ATTRACTIONS INCLUDE: • The new craze of ‘Horseboarding’ • The ‘RAVC Military Dogs’ from Melton Mowbray • Back by popular demand the ‘The Sheep show’ • ‘Ridgeside Lurchers’ - “have a go” with your pet dog! • A very impressive ‘Farming Through The Ages’ vinatge and modern equipment exhibition • ‘Birds of prey’ demonstrations and talks • And our New! ‘Education Zone’ showcasing rural crafts • Trade and craft stands

Early Bird tickets available ONLINE ONLY from www.rutlandcountyshow.com Tickets are £8 (before 21st May) £10 before the show & £12.50 on show day.

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It’s Showtime: The 182nd show will take place on a new, dedicated showground. It’ll feature a winning mix of main ring acts livestock classes and agricultural exhibits.

A CELEBRATION OF THE COUNTY ON 1ST JUNE 2014

The Rutland Show... It’s a new era for the Rutland Show, as the event, which has experienced signiﬁcant growth over the past couple of years, prepares to host the 2014 show on its new, dedicated 150 acre showground on the Oakham bypass at Barleythorpe...

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The Official Opening... Rutland’s new County Showground and Rutland Pavilion was officially opened last month by Lord Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Laurence Howard... Over 250 local dignities and guests attended the Opening Ceremony and drinks reception on Thursday April 24th to see the new Pavilion building opened by the Lord Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Laurence Howard. The Rutland Pavilion will also be available to hire from June 2014 and a programme of events will be able to view at www.rutlandcountyshow.com with forthcoming events based at the site.

RAS Chairman Looking Forward to Retirement A Rutlander since 1987 and chairman of the Rutland Agricultural Society since 2003, Jeremy Skipper is due to step down in June, just after the Show... “He will be greaty missed!” says the Rutland Agricultural Society on Jeremy Skipper’s impending retirement. The Kent-born farmer, who has been chair of the RAS for 11 years, will step down just after the Rutland Show, having just overseen the creation of the Society’s new showground. Originally a mixed livestock farmer, Jeremy has worked all over the world both as a farmer and an agricultural advisor and journalist. “The Society and especially the Show has helped to bring agriculture into the community, and now it’s time for the youngsters to take over, but I’ll still be attending future shows and I look forward to watching both the Society, and the Show, flourish in the future.”

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The show’s vintage cars and tractors will also join in the parade and there will be a display entitled Farming Through The Ages with the return of the working threshing machine...

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THE RUTLAND SHOW

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The Cottesmore Pony Club will celebrate its 85th anniversary with a dressagelike display of impeccably turned-out horses. Meanwhile The British Showjumping event will feature an Olympic jump event for senior showjumpers... This month sees the 182nd Rutland Show take place in its new location on a dedicated 150 acre site just off the Oakham bypass at Barleythorpe. The event has gradually transformed itself over the years from an agricultural event for farmers participating in the selective breeding of their livestock, into a family event designed to combine main ring entertainment with trade stands, and crafts. This year’s event will include main ring entertainment with the relatively new sport of horseboarding demonstrated. Also appearing in the main ring are the Ringside Lurchers, including a chase between the dogs and the show’s hawks. Members of the publics can get involved with their own dogs too, no matter what the breed!

Main: Classic cars will parade the ring along with vintage farm vehicles and livestock.

Speaking of dogs, don’ t miss the military dogs, with two displays from the Melton Mowbray animal defence centre.

200 sheep, 100 goats and 500 equine entries to the show. The show’s vintage cars and tractors will also join in the parade and there will also be a display entitled Farming Through The Ages with the return of, among other faming machinery, a working threshing machine. In keeping with this rural feel, there’s also a Rural Education Zone in which you can watch - and have a go at - willow weaving, dry stone walling, bee keeping and corn dolly making. with pony rides for children, a funfair and trade show, plus the Sheep Show - a light-hearted look at the livestock industry with dancing sheep not to mention a craft hall, you’ll also find local food, hand-made products and you’ll be able to mix with some of the best businesses in Rutland.

For those who enjoy equestrian entertainment, the Cottesmore Hunt will parade their hounds in the main ring, with children invited into the ring to make a fuss of the excitable animals.

This year’s show is set to be particularly significant for the Rutland Agricultural Society. It’s larger, more diverse and has more entertainment than ever. Traditionally the show has attracted over 10,000 visitors, and having outgrown its previous home, you can imagine how popular it’s likely to be this year.

The Cottesmore Pony Club will also celebrate its 85th anniversary with a dressage-like display of impeccably turned-out horses. The British Showjumping event will this year feature an Olympic jump for senior showjumpers.

Naturally the Rutland Pride team will be in our marquee at the show too, so we look forward to meeting all of our readers. Come and say hello, and meet the team behind the county’s number one magazine.

with an agricultural element still a much-loved part of the show the grand parade of livestock will celebrate the winners from the 150 cattle,

we look forward to seeing you at what’s set to be one of the most successful Rutland Shows in the event’s history.

This year’s show is set to be particularly signiﬁcant for the Rutland Agricultural Society. Traditionally the show has attracted over 10,000 visitors, and having outgrown its previous home, you can imagine how popular it’s likely to be this year...

Tickets Availability Tickets on the day of the show are £12.50/adults, £10/concessions (over 65s, 15-18y/o, Young Farmers and registered disabled). Shuttle bus available from Uppingham and Oakham. ACCOMPANIED UNDER 14'S ARE FREE! For more information telephone 07568 181616 or visit www.rutlandcountyshow.com.

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Classical Music at Burghley

Enjoy Classical Music at Burghley’s

Battle Prom Concert One of our favourite annual events returns to Burghley House on 5th July - the Battle Proms. A classical music concert with ﬁrework, ﬂyovers and picnic feasts.... it’s always a fantastic night!

he perfect summer celebration returns to Burghley House on Saturday 5th July 2014. It’s one of our favourite events in the calendar, and in addition to a full orchestral programme of sublime classical music the unique open-air picnic concert features a carefully choreographed and highly emotive Spitfire aerial display and stunning firework finale, all set against the striking backdrop of the grand Elizabethan architecture of Stamford’s Burghley House. “This year the thrilling and ever popular mounted skill-at-arms display by an expert cavalry troop will be carried out in WW1 regalia.” says the Battle Proms’s Emma Dexter. “We wanted to mark the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War in the 2014 programme with elements that would pay homage to this important historical anniversary.” Battle Promenaders will also be treated to the Battle Proms signature piece – Beethoven’s Battle Symphony – performed as he intended with the full complement of 193 live firing cannon providing a thunderous percussion! Conducted by Douglas Coombes and performed by the New English Concert Orchestra, the programme will also include soul-stirring classical favourites suited to the grandeur of the historic settings. From Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture (which gets the ‘Battle Proms treatment’ of live cannon fire) to a singalong finale packed with all the prom favourites such as Jerusalem, Land of Hope and Glory and Rule Britannia.

Ticket Availability: £35/advance, £40/gate, £17/children. Visit www.battleproms.com or call on 01432 355 416.

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Much loved Songs of Praise presenter and celebrated compère, Pam Rhodes will be hosting the event, there will be a virtuoso performance of Weber’s Clarinet Concerto No. One as young clarinetist Jordan Black makes his first Battle Proms appearance. “We’re delighted to welcome back superb soprano Denise Leigh.” says Emma. “She will perform enchanting arias before bringing the finale to life and the crowd to their feet – as the spectacular firework display lights up the summer sky.” Widely regarded as the most exciting summer proms concerts in the country, this is an event that fans return to year after year, to enjoy a romantic evening as a couple or for a larger celebration. We’ve 10 pairs of tickets to give away to our readers, worth £70 a pair. To be in with a chance to win, simply email editor@pridemagazines.co.uk and answer the following question: ‘Who will compère Burghley’s 2014 Battle Prom concert?’ We’ll pick 10 lucky winners from the hat and post them two complimentary tickets each. We’ll draw our competition on Thursday 26th June.

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Top: The Lord Chamberlainâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Men will perform Romeo and Juliet. Below: The Calefax Reed Quintet will recreate the gaiety of The Roaring Twenties with the music of Weill and Gershwin.

30 Years of culture at the

OUNDLE FESTIVAL Oundleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s live music and arts festival, from 5th-20th July, spans a host of genres from classical and opera, to early 20th century jazz, modern pop acts and live theatre versions of work from writers ranging from Shakespeare to Roald Dahl...

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Oundle Festival

5th-20th July

undle International Festival is celebrating 30 successful years this summer by bringing together a delightful mix of classical music, opera and open air theatre to suit both adults and children. Known originally as the go-to destination for outstanding organ recitals, the festival organisers have diversified over the years to work with world-leading performers of all musical genres.

Left: Headlining the festival will be hugely talented classical trumpeter Alison Balsom, 2013 Gramophone’s Artist of the Year.

With such an in-depth knowledge of the vital ingredients necessary to put on a truly wonderful festival, it’s no surprise that the 30th anniversary will be better than ever. The exciting line-up boasts both familiar faces returning to Oundle as well as new performers on the threshold of a professional career. Whether it be chamber music or organ recitals, 1920s jazzy classical, brass bands, choral music or opera, there will be music to suit everyone’s taste. Headlining the festival will be internationally-renowned classical trumpeter Alison Balsom, 2013 Gramophone Artist of the Year. A truly mesmerising trumpet player, she is set to thrill audiences in the beautiful setting of Oundle School chapel, accompanied by the organist of Eton College, David Goode. The Choir of King’s College, London will be in residence during the festival to lead a meandering Bach walk through picturesque Northamptonshire villages, stopping at churches in Pilton and Stoke Doyle for music and food along the way. The Choir will also perform Rachmaninov’s Vespers at Oundle School Chapel.

Ben Smith perform live on a summer’s evening with his band down by the waterfront. If it’s theatre you’re after, then what could be more dramatic than an all-male cast, The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, performing Romeo and Juliet, or Illyria, performing Roald Dahl’s George’s Marvellous Medicine. The Oundle Food Festival will launch the festival fortnight with a Street Market on Saturday 5th July,

The Calefax Reed Quintet will recreate the gaiety of In addition to classical music, you can bring along the family The Roaring Twenties with - and a picnic - to Party at the Wharf. Watch a line-up of local the music of Weill and Gershwin, and chamber bands support outstanding guitarist Ben Smith perform live, music treats will include the on a summer’s evening, with his band by the waterfront... Aronowitz Ensemble with brothers Guy and Magnus with around 70 stalls providing an amazing diversity of Johnson, while early music and opera fans will have a produce and producers. Street theatre and the Fringe rare treat as the Early Opera Company give a concert Find Out More: Festival will add to the carnival atmosphere at the The Oundle Festival performance of Handel’s Acis and Galatea. market on the day. Lunchtime recitals will feature young, up and coming artists including Mina Middleton from Thrapston on flute and last year’s winner of the Oundle Festival of Music and Drama, Irena Radi´ c, on piano. In addition to classical music, you can bring along the family - and a picnic - to the Party at the Wharf. Watch a line-up of local bands support outstanding guitarist

In addition there will be all kinds of events taking place in Oundle and surrounding villages during the week. Master baker Dan Lepard will be returning by popular demand; a whole host of cookery demonstrations and masterclasses will take place in The Small Bread Company’s brand new cookery school, and there will be masses of children’s activities at Barnwell Country Park.

takes place from 5th-20th July. Tickets will be on sale from Easter. For details of times and venues call the box oﬃce on 01832 274734 or see www.oundle festival.org.uk.

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THE EVENT St George’ s Day... at The George! The Biz Club celebrated St George’s Day in style... at The George. 60 businessmen and women from the local community attended a lunchtime networking event with Emma McClarkin, MEP, giving an address to the event’s guests. Afterwards, the event featured a speech by the recently retired Air Vice-Marshal Sean Bell, and to help wind up proceedings, organiser Becky woolhouse surprised guests with a four piece brass band and a ‘sing-along’ to some well-known songs including: Jerusalem, Swing Low and The National Anthem. The Biz Club develops and encourages communication between politicians and business people, and gathers together like-minded locals to lobby and work with politicians and other inﬂuential groups. Through events it raises funds to pursue its objectives and provides networking opportunities for business owners and would be owners with the object of increasing proﬁtable growth of the smaller business sector. For more information see www.thebizclub.co.uk.

The event was held at The George and was attended by 60 guests.

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