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John Whaite shows us how to make delicious "Ravens Nests".

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For many homeowners, thereÂ´s nothing like a bit of charm and character to make them fall in love with a property

FIREPLACE TRENDS When the wind is howling outside and the rain

is lashing at the windows, there's simply nothing better than snuggling up by a nice warm fire.

Adding character, charm and warmth to your

property, fires and stoves make a fantastic focal point in any room.

fireplace can add the perfect finishing touch or provide the corner stone to your home but there are many factors for you to think through beyond the

aesthetic. You need to consider the physical size of the fire, fireplace or appliance as well as the heat output. Is the fire or heating appliance to provide a primary or secondary heat source? Also consider the quality, the cost in terms of the initial outlay and of equal importance, the running costs

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Electric fires are safe, whilst being both easy to install and maintain.

in both fuel and regular necessary

to bedrooms as well, but apply the

Considering your space

maintenance. There is little point in

same criteria.

Once you’ve decided on your fuel,

having a beautiful fireplace, stove or heating appliance which is inefficient and too expensive to run and which either overheats or inadequately heats

your

home

and

doesn’t

accommodate your lifestyle.

to keep your home feeling snug no matter what the weather outside. wood

and

coal

burning

fireplaces, electric wall mounted fires don't require a chimney so can be installed virtually anywhere in your home. Choose from traditional open fireplaces or opt for an eye-catching electric stove to add a great central

When choosing fire surrounds and suites, it’s important to consider what fuel you want to use:

both easy to install and maintain.

B Gas

fires

delivering

are

efficient,

warmth

and

clean, instant heat.

B Solid

need to ensure that it’s big enough to heat your room effectively, without roasting you and your family! So size matters.

B Electric fires are safe, whilst being

Free standing or inset fires will help

Unlike

think about the size and output you

Choosing the right fuel

Fire surrounds and suites come in all varieties, styles and shapes – the style you choose is very much dependent on the size of the room. Wall-mounted fires are ideal options for smaller spaces as they sit flush

fuel (wood/coal) fires and

to the wall without the need for a

stoves are great for bringing

chimney or flue, maximising available

ambience and character to your

space in any room.

home.

Safety

feature to your space. Install a stylish

When it comes to fuel, you may be

Check your chimney - unless you’re

fire surround to make your fireplace

restricted in your choice by availability

planning on making changes to your

stand out even more or you can

of supply (consider whether you have

chimney or flue, it’s important that

choose a readymade fireplace suite.

mains gas), and regulations on what

you pick suites that work with your

Freestanding stoves and electric

you can burn (are you in a smoke free

existing chimney. If you’re going for

fires can add interest and warmth

area?).

electric, this doesn’t matter, but

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Gas fires are more efficient, delivering more warmth and clean, instant heat.

if you do decide to opt for a gas or

the fireplace can be constructed of

fireplaces so it is worth looking in

open fire, then have someone check

masonry including limestone, marble,

local showrooms and asking advice

it out before you buy. You also need

granite or stone, hard or soft wood,

from the knowledgeable staff there.

ventilation in the room particularly

tiles or cast iron. All will add their own

You will get a better idea of what it

with gas fires so don’t block every

unique sense of style and design

will look like if they have suites made

hole and gap. Gas fires normally

regardless of the fuel type of the fire

up and even working. Otherwise

need an annual check and solid fuel

you choose and will require their own

you can create your own ‘look’ by

stoves and fires will need servicing

maintenance regime to keep them

choosing the components. If you

from time to time. If in doubt, take

looking at their best.

already have a fireplace you may

advice from your supplier.

or the fire itself to give a new image

Style

to restore the historical features to

at a lower cost. Otherwise invest in

When choosing fire surrounds and

your home or add a flash of the latest

the best you can afford as it will last

suites, it’s important to consider

contemporary modernist or post-

longer.

where they are going, and the

modernist style to your home and

style you’re looking to achieve. If

living space. You may wish to extend

you’re planning on putting a fire

your living space by the addition of a

surround and suite into an extremely

fire in a conservatory or be thinking

traditionally styled room, it’s a good

of installing an outdoor fireplace or

idea to go for a classic design.

fire pit in the garden the latter being

A fireplace in essence consists of a firebox, a flue, a hearth, a surround and a mantle. The fire hearth, surround and mantle, the decorative features of

just want to change the back panel You may be looking for a fireplace

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the latest trend! As long as safety is considered, you can create your own design to suit your lifestyle. There are many types and styles of

For

many

homeowners,

there's

nothing like a bit of charm and character to make them fall in love with a property. As fireplaces provide both of these qualities in spades, they are the perfect addition to your interior design scheme and your home. By JILL WARREN

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GOING FOR GOLD Fans of autumn colour will have extra time to enjoy the seasonal shades at the National Botanic Garden of Wales because the Carmarthenshire attraction is keeping to its ‘summer’ opening hours all through October.

he Garden, which usually switches to winter hours

we are hoping this extension to opening times will

on October 1st, will now be open until 6pm for the

give everyone the opportunity to enjoy what we

whole of October.

have here.”

Head of Retail and Admissions, Lyndsey Harris-John said the change was being made to satisfy demand: “October is a special month here at the Garden as the seasons change and the colours are fabulous. The weather can also be nice – even quite warm sometimes! Lots of people have asked us if we can stay open longer before the clocks go back so they have more time to explore and enjoy the Garden in

The Garden is open every day in October from 10am to 6pm with last entry at 5pm. Admission to the Garden is £9.75 (including Gift Aid) for adults and £4.95 for children over five. There is no charge for under fives. Entry is FREE for Garden members and parking is free for all.

autumn.” Lyndsey says the Garden cafes and Gift Shop will stay open later, too, to meet demand to ensure visitors have all the facilities they would normally enjoy. She added: “We can’t be sure what the weather will do but we know the colours will be spectacular so

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MORE INFORMATION For more information about this or other events, call 01558 667149, email info@gardenofwales.org.uk or go to www.gardenofwales.org.uk.

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PROPERTY

PREPARING YOUR HOUSE FOR SALE Moving house is one of the most stressful events in life; make it a little easier with preparation and planning.

Decision day

paperwork in a box in a cupboard and simply dispose

When you have decided to sell your home it is helpful to

of unwanted items.

see it as a project and attempt to disassociate yourself from the emotional ties. It may have been a family home and you will have many happy memories of living there. Start by removing and packing the personal photos and mementos that have accumulated over the years so prospective buyers can visualise their pictures on the walls. De-cluttter People collect an amazing quantity of junk. Consider this: if you haven't used it in over a year, you probably don't need it. If you don't need it, why not donate it or

Removing items If you particularly want to keep certain fixtures, fittings or window coverings remove them prior to buyers calling round as it is easier than an argument when they covert the lovely chandelier that belonged to your grandmother and it becomes a deal breaker. Also store excess items of furniture in the garage, at a friendâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s house or in a storage unit to make the rooms appear bigger. People like space and the minimal look helps them imagine their furniture in the property.

throw it away? This applies particularly to knickknacks

Make the House Sparkle!

and paperwork that are strewn across surfaces in

Spring clean everywhere - wash windows inside and

the living room or kitchen worktops. Put all essential

out, rent a pressure washer and spray down paths and

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patios, clean out cobwebs, re-caulk baths, showers and sinks, polish chrome taps and mirrors, dust furniture and light fixtures, bleach dingy grout and replace worn rugs. Always have clean towels hanging in bathrooms and ensure there are no lingering odours of cooking or smelly socks! Scrutinize Go outside and open your front door. Stand there looking at the house. Do you want to go inside? Does the house welcome you? Linger in the doorway of every single room and imagine how your house will look to a buyer. Examine carefully

Antique & unusual furnishings and collectables in Cardiff Something for everyone

how furniture is arranged and move pieces around until it makes sense and creates space. Have fresh flowers in living areas as these will create a focal point and add colour. If you have an attractive fireplace have the fire burning (as long as we are not in the throes of a heat wave!) Check Curb Appeal If a buyer won't get out of her agent's car because she doesn't like the exterior of your home, you'll never get her inside so keep the front of the house tidy and clear of rubbish. Mow the lawn, trim bushes and hedges and plant yellow flowers. Group flower pots together to make a splash of colour; yellow evokes a buying emotion so try daffodils or marigolds which are inexpensive. Ensure visitors can clearly read your house number. Once you have attracted buyers into your home let them browse at their leisure – happy moving! BY JILL WARREN

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Penarth Road, Cardiff South Glamorgan, CF11 8TT

Tel: 0292 022 1085

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NATURE NOTEBOOK

from furnace to flowers Can you help develop a former steelworks site into a wildlife haven for

communities to enjoy? went Wildlife Trust is one of three finalists

Gardens, Kew, to inspire people to sow, grow and

in the Grow Wild programme vying to win

support UK native wild flowers.

£120,000 to make their project a reality in nearby Ebbw Vale.

To bring the vision of Furnace to Flowers to life, we’re urging as many people as possible from Wales, the

If successful, the Furnace to Flowers project will

entire UK and abroad to cast a vote for Furnace to

transform this area and revamp the steelworks’

Flowers between 6 October at 8am and 1 November

extensive site with native wild flowers to create a

at midnight either by visiting votewales.growwilduk.

corridor of colour from spring to autumn. Sensory

com, then simply clicking on Furnace to Flowers or

gardens, adventure areas, and places to simply relax

by calling 0808 228 7203 (FREE from UK landlines

will also be created as part of this exciting project.

or mobiles).

Furnace to Flowers will celebrate the site’s rich heritage and develop its present beauty so that the local community and visitors to Ebbw Vale can enjoy it for years to come. Grow Wild is a £10.5m programme supported by the Big Lottery Fund and led by the Royal Botanic

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MORE INFORMATION If you want to know more about visiting our nature reserves visit www.wtwales.org

Bags of choice

A charity store with a difference Specially selected clothes, shoes and vintage bric-a-brac. Unit 8 Royal Arcade, Cardiff, CF10 1AE

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

Tickled pink October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

NEAL’S YARD

Crabtree & Evelyn

Bourjois

Lavender and Aloe Vera

Massage this richly emollient Evelyn Rose Body

Round Pot Blush.

Deodorant. A gentle

Cream into your skin for the ultimate pampering

The baked texture

and effective natural

indulgence that will leave your skin exceptionally

transforms when

deodorant. During

soft and supple. Perfect for areas that need

applied to the skin into

the month of October,

extra care and hydration, or any time you desire

an ultra-fine pressed

Neal’s Yard Remedies

beautifully scented and silky smooth skin. Smooth

powder, which is easy

we will be donating

into skin after cleansing with our Evelyn Rose Bath

to apply and blends

£1 from the sale of

and Shower Gel, or any time extra moisture is

impeccably. £1 donated

deodorants to support

needed. £1 donated from every product sold to

from every product sold

the work of the Haven.

Breast Cancer Care.

to Breast Cancer Care

£8.50

£30.00

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ELEMIS

ESPA

L’OCCITANE

Pro-Radiance Illuminating

Pink hair and scalp mud. An intensely nourishing

A sensual blend of

Flash Balm Pink Edition.

dry hair treatment to soothe, smooth and

flower and fruit, the

Instantly brighten the

nourish. Using mineral rich red clays, this unique

Magnolia & Mure Eau de

complexion and exude

conditioning treatment mud mask leaves hair

Toilette allures with its

health and vitality with this

soft and smooth. Vitamin C-rich watercress and

shimmering, velvety scent.

energising balm. Elemis

Apricot kernel oil soothes and nourishes your

This fragrance includes

has pledged to donate

scalp, while the red clay stimulates circulation to

notes of magnolia, made

£10,000 and turn it’s

help boost growth and strengthen and promote

with an essential oil from

Pro-Radiance Illuminating

healthy, glossy, manageable hair.

the Far East. The eau de

Flash Balm pink to show it’s support for the work

£32.00

toilette evolves with wild and musky blackberry

Breast Cancer Care does.

notes.

£33.00

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HEALTH & BEAUTY

NEW MAKE-UP LOOKS FOR AUTUMN/WINTER 1970s Nostalgia

little on your forehead and cheeks will add glow and

A 1970s retro feel is achieved through soft waves

luminosity to your look.

and textured hair and warm tones for make-up. Bold shades of orange give a nostalgic feel to make-

look go for bronze or chestnut or maybe a warm

up while dark sultry browns add a touch of glamour

flamingo pink.

to this bohemian-inspired look.

Keep the eyes warm and sultry using apricot, tan

Keep foundation natural and even using a primer to

and bronze. Highlight the lash area with a darker

give a smooth finish.

brown for deeper evening glamour.

Give your cheeks a warm blush by applying a peach

Dark Romance

blusher just under the cheekbone and blend into

Combining nostalgia with femininity, Dark Romance

the hairline.

is all about opulent hair and make-up with a nod to

To add a touch of sun use Bronzing Powder to highlight where the sun would naturally kiss â&#x20AC;&#x201C; a

Try terracotta and copper lipsticks. For a deeper

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the Victorian era. Make-up is dark and mysterious, with deep-red

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or berry lips paired with powdered skin.

Retro Futuristic

A strong emphasis on the eyes with graphic

Eyes are alluring with dark brows and

Retro Futuristic mixes classic beauty looks

and dramatic round shapes and thick lines.

smoky eyes in traditional greys or modern

with futuristic textures and shapes.

Contouring is key, enhancing cheekbones

purple. A hint of pink on the cheeks gives a fresh, wintery glow.

liner for a retro look, while metallic sparkle

Set your foundation with a light dusting of translucent powder for a perfect finish. Add a hint of pink to your cheeks but keep it light and subtle- this look is about lips and eyes. For deep romantic lips shape and define with a berry lip pencil and complete with a burgundy lipstick. Create a wintery smoky eye using frosty white,

silver

grey

The cat's-eye flick is updated in bright

and

darker

grey.

has a sci-fi mood. Lips are pretty in pink or stand out in red and cheeks are accentuated with blusher. Apply blusher to the cheekbone and sweep into your hairline. Lips need a hint of metallic shine for a

with bronzer or blusher. Foundation needs to be a matt natural finish. To emphasise face contours and enhance bone structure use bronzing powder to darken under the cheekbone and deepen eye sockets. Use neutral eye pencils such as charcoal or dark brown for graphic definition on

futuristic finish.

the top eyelid close to the lashes. Line

Liquid eyeliner pens are a must for perfect

outer part with strong flicks and wedges.

flicks and retro definition: Try electric blue for a flash of colour.

and define the whole lash area or just the

Highlight

under

brows

using

lighter

shadows to increase bone structure

Highlight around lashes and outer corners

Urbanist

with a sparkly charcoal. Alternatively, try

Urbanist presents a minimalist aesthetic with

lavender and purple with a dark grey liner

make-up focusing on contouring techniques

Define the lips with a neutral lip pencil and

for an intense look.

and clean, contemporary hairstyles.

nude lipstick.

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FOOD & DRINK

Essential equipment

clean. Remove from the oven

B Three disposable piping

and de-mould immediately, and

bags, one fitted with 10mm nozzle, one fitted with a large star nozzle and one with a number one writing nozzle

B Four mini savarin moulds, greased, frozen, greased again then dusted with flour

THE RAVENS

NEST When I was a tot mum used to throw the best Halloween parties for us: bin bags torn up and hung from the doorways, cobwebs covering the entire ceiling, and even disco lights in the dining room to create an eerie environment. Bin bags, however effective in the Nineties, wouldn’t quite cut it nowadays, and so I need to impress my guests with food. These little rounds of cake, filled with cherry mousse and adorned with a tempered chocolate plume of feathers, are just the thing for an adult Halloween party. They were inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’, that haunting poem of waiting and fear. These beautifully light chocolate, cherry and coffee cakes are well worth the wait. John Whaite www.johnwhaite.com

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allow to cool on a wire rack until completely cold. 4 To make the cherry mousse, soak the gelatine leaves in a jug of cold water – put them into the water one at a time or else they’ll stick together and never

B Sheet of acetate/baking paper

dissolve. Blitz the cherries to

For the cake

or with a stick blender, then

B 30g cocoa powder B 100g dark muscovado sugar B 50g hot water B 50g Greek yoghurt B 1 egg B 1 tsp coffee extract (optional) B 50g dark chocolate, melted in a heatproof bowl over a pan of barely simmering water

a mush in a food processor put into a small saucepan and add the sugar. Bring the cherry pulp and sugar to a boil, then simmer and allow to reduce down to a loose compote consistency. While the cherries are still hot, squeeze the surplus moisture out of the gelatine leaves and add to the pan with the cherries. Add the

B 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda B 50g plain flour

food colouring. Stir until the

For the cherry mousse

don’t let it set.

B 2 gelatine leaves B 200g pitted cherries (frozen

5 When the cherry compote

are cheaper, defrost first)

gelatine has dissolved, then allow to cool completely, but

is cool, whip the cream to soft, floppy peaks, and gently

B 80g golden caster sugar B 250g whipping cream B Red food colouring paste

fold together with the cherry

For the decorations

6 Place the chocolate nests on

B 100g dark chocolate, tempered B 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional)

serving plates, and pipe a large, indulgent swirl of the cherry

METHOD

one. Chill until needed.

1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6.

7 For the tempered chocolate

2 Place the cocoa powder and sugar in a mixing bowl and stir together until well mixed and fairly lumpfree. Add the hot water and stir to a smooth paste, then beat in the yoghurt, egg, extract if using, and the melted chocolate. Sift over the bicarbonate of soda and flour and fold to a smooth batter. Put the batter into the piping bag with a 10mm nozzle and divide between the 4 prepared moulds. 3 Bake for 10–14 minutes, or until a skewer gently inserted into one of the cakes comes out

compote. Put the mousse into the piping bag fitted with large star nozzle.

mousse in the centre of each

feather, put the tempered chocolate into the piping bag with small writing nozzle. Pipe a fairly thick line of chocolate about 10cm long, then, with the tip of the nozzle, drag the chocolate out diagonally on either side of the line to create a feather shape. Make 12 in total, each a slightly different size, and allow to set at room temperature. 8 Once set, place 3 into the mousse of each Raven’s Nest to create a dramatic, haunting finish. Sift over some cocoa powder if desired.

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FOOD & DRINK

EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY! Looking for a Christmas party venue or to book a traditional Christmas day lunch for the family? Cardiff has numerous establishments that will be happy to take the stress out of the festive period and tailor make your perfect event.

Christmas Party Nights Many venues across the county will provide the full package when it comes to Christmas parties so it is a question of choice. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s an exclusive event or a corporate party night celebration, if you prefer a tribute, traditional or a themed party all are available with food, music and entertainment included.

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One of the main considerations is the size of your

particularly important if the venue is some miles

party â&#x20AC;&#x201C; it could be the whole office or factory

away. A minibus can be easily organised and included

celebrating together and number around a hundred

in the price.

or just a select few from accounts looking for a quiet night out. Some venues place a minimum of around a 100 for an exclusive party night but can accommodate up to 500. Many smaller groups now join with other companies at organised evenings. This reduces the price but still provides that party atmosphere. It is a

Festive Celebrations If you are looking to enjoy the festive period and reduce the work on Christmas Day and Boxing Day in particular, then book up well in advance as many families and friends choose to go out and eat. Visiting

good idea to discuss the price people are prepared to

a hotel or restaurant takes the stress and strain out

pay and what they prefer before booking. Contact 2/3

of the day and avoids one person being tied to the

venues for details and costs and put them forward so

kitchen. Many venues do a set menu with a choice of

colleagues can choose.

three or four dishes for each course so look around and maybe visit beforehand to see if it is the type of

make the most of Christmas, plan ahead and let the local hotels, restaurants, pubs and party venues host the perfect celebration Other considerations are distance, accommodation if needed and transport home, the latter being

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establishment that would suit your party. Many places welcome children at this time of year and some families take presents to be distributed. If family or friends are travelling long distances a two or three day package is a consideration so a traditional hotel or inn with rooms would be ideal. Cardiff has many such venues. To make the most of the Christmas period plan ahead and let the local hotels, restaurants, pubs and party venues host the perfect celebration, be it lunch, dinner or a themed party night. It gives everyone a chance to dress up, eat, drink and be merry! By jill warren

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motoring

Mazda’s Digital Service Record celebrates ten years in the UK Mazda is marking an important customer service milestone with the tenth anniversary of the introduction of its ground-breaking Digital Service Record (DSR) system. The first manufacturer to offer this kind of paperless service record system in the UK, Mazda’s convention defying approach set a trend that has seen

the majority of the industry follow suit over the last decade.

nsuring that lost or falsified service books are a

Today the numbers speak for themselves - since its

thing of the past, DSR has revolutionised how

introduction, over 400,000 cars have been added to

the service record of every Mazda is kept. With

the Mazda Digital Service Record system in the UK, with

all records on a secure central server, the car’s

1,026,724 services recorded, 710,00 service reminders

entire maintenance history including mileage, roadside

sent and 330,000 missed service notifications distributed.

assistance and warranty information is available on demand at any authorised Mazda service centre in Europe. In addition to ensuring service records never go missing,

and now pretty much every other manufacturer

DSR helps guard against mileage manipulation because

has or is working on a solution. However, Mazda’s

dealers and repairers log odometer readings at each visit

Defy Convention approach has ensured that our

throughout the life of the car. The system also helps boost

customers and dealers have been benefiting from

residual values by ensuring every pre-owned Mazda

the reassurance and simplicity of DSR for a decade”,

comes with official and credible evidence that it’s been

commented Mazda Motors UK Aftersales Director David

maintained and repaired within the official network to

Wilson-Green.

Mazda’s high standards.

“Mazda led the way with the introduction of Digital Service Record, it was the first system of its kind

The Digital Service Record is also part of a range of options

According to ICM research conducted in the UK, a

that are available on the MyMazda App. Introduced in

complete maintenance record can increase a car’s resale

2012; the free App allows Mazda owners to review their

value by up to 26 per cent, while one in three used car

service history, automatically receive service reminders,

buyers would not consider a vehicle with an incomplete

request roadside assistance, check and edit their vehicle

service history.

details and find their nearest dealership.

First introduced in September 2005 on the Mazda5, the

With more than nine million services documented across

Mazda MX-5 followed in October, before DSR was rolled

Europe, Mazda’s Digital Service Record has played a

out to the entire range within six months. DSR then grew

major role in delivering great aftersales service to Mazda

to embrace any Mazda cars sold from 1998 onwards.

customers for the last decade.

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The Garden Village GARAGE With the motor industry embroiled in scandal recently, we thought it would be an opportunity to bring you a happier motoring story.

So we visited a really cool, niche service provider based in the heart of Rhiwbina's conservation area, the Garden Village, we spoke with

garage proprietor Heather Jones and asked her what makes your service stand out and why should anybody use you? eather said "Here at The Garden

get on with their busy day. We try to make

Our visit was fun, as their office in Rhiwbina

Village Garage we offer an

explanations simple and understandable

is really different! No oil cans or spark plugs

award

and

by sending clear quality, jargon free high

on show here.

Mot test experience that is like

definition video to our clients. These clips

no other. Our service is aimed at busy

deliver clear, concise reports straight to

winning

service

professionals, stressed early morning mums and those who generally see organising a visit to the garage as a bit of a chore. All our clients love us collecting and delivering their cars, it allows them to

our clients smart phones, PC or tablets allowing them to understand quickly and transparently what's needed to get them safely back on the road. When we're

So in summary, if your looking for a stress free, convenient, quality service the Garden Village Garage is one of the coolest we've seen, visit their website at www.GardenVillageGarage. co.uk, call them for free on 0333 121 2012

done, we spoil every car with a wash

or pay them a visit 227 Pantbach Road,

and hoover before its returned home,

Rhiwbina, CF14 6AE.

sparkling like new. Good old fashion service with a modern twist!" The Garage has been recognised as award winning along with their partners the Nantgarw Garage who themselves operate as independent Jaguar specialists. It's easy to get In touch too, pop in and book at their high street office, book online or on the phone as all their numbers are freephone.

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CARDIFF WALK

Start/Finish: This circular walk starts and ends on the green near the Church at St. Nicholas between Cowbridge and Cardiff in The Vale of Glamorgan. (There is a series of ‘Vale Trails’ for keen walkers). Public Transport: There is a frequent bus service along the A48 between Cardiff and Bridgend. Check timetables. Parking: Please park sensitively in the village of St. Nicholas. O/S Map: Explorer Map 151 Distance: 6 miles or 3 miles Time: Allow all day to explore the gardens and burial mounds. Refreshments: There are lots of picnic places. No shops en route. Refreshments available at Dyffryn Gardens. Check opening times. Terrain: There are stiles and gates. Boots are essential and poles are useful to deal with vigorous undergrowth on the commonland. The outward walk is largely flat and trends downhill. The shorter route back from Dyffryn House is along a lane with no pavement and trends uphill. Not advisable with children or dogs. History: The burial mounds are at two locations (see map) and have been dated to the Neolithic Period 6000 years ago (4000BC). Dyffryn House and Gardens, now owned by the National Trust, has a fascinating history which is well documented on the site. The House is currently under restoration and the gardens likewise, being replanted from a series of Victorian watercolours by Edith Adie.

1: From outside Church, walk to A48, cross to lane

hedge opposite. Go through large gate and walk straight on (can be wet at foot of slope) to another large gate. Go down narrow field to stile in bottom left corner. Turn left over bridge to road junction and left again (beware of traffic). Walk on right and outside of bends along lane. 5: Dyffryn Gardens and ‘short Route’ option (not advisable with children or dogs) is left up this lane. Main walk continues along lane for 200 yards to view St. Lythans Burial Chamber through kiss-gate on right.

opposite (signed Dyffryn) via pedestrian crossing. Walk

6: Continue walking along lane with care, passing

down lane to corner and stone stile on right.

converted lodge for Dyffryn House on left. Cross stream

2: Walk diagonally left across field and cross stile in bottom corner. Follow left hedge to corner then cut across towards pylon. Cross stile and turn right to small

and walk gently uphill to hamlet of St. Lythans where Church of St. Bleiddian with its carved Norman Font is worth slight detour.

metal gate. Turn left, follow fence to corner then cross to

7: From Church turn right to continue along lane, passing

kiss-gate to left of pylon.

site of old lime kilns on right near start of woodland at top

3: Shortly on right is Tinkinswood Burial Chamber. Open daily 10am to 4pm (free). This is oldest Neolithic Chamber in Wales, excavated 1914, built 6000 years ago (4000BC). Once a settlement here with large wooden buildings, farmsteads, animals and stone tools. Return to kiss-gate. 4: Walk continues over stile then turns right through gate (stile overgrown). Turn left and cross field diagonally to stile on far side. Cross stile and walk straight down fence-line via gates and stiles over stream, can be muddy. Continue straight ahead, skirting left of large trees aiming for gap in

of rise. There are four such sites on a north-south line in this area which suggests an outcrop of limestone along this line. Local buildings and walls are built of limestone quarried from this area. Walk continues along lane for further 1/3 mile to turning on left that leads towards Wenvoe Transmitter (TV mast) via St. Lythans Down. 8: Where lane goes sharp right, keep straight on along ‘byway’ passing mast on your right. Keep walking until you reach triangle of common-land, riddled with paths, some overgrown. It is not a large area so don’t worry if you feel ‘lost’ for a while. Keeping mast on right, follow major path at each junction following a northerly route across this commonland. Shortly you will reach a row of houses on northern edge of common. Turn left and walk up to main road (A48). 9: Turn left and follow pavement on left side of road passing an ancient milestone on your left and some old thatched cottages to your right. 10: Continue to pedestrian crossing at St. Nicholas then either to bus-stop or up lane on right that leads to Church where walk ends. Written and Illustrated by Glynis Dray

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CARDIFF PAST

pop-up cinema heads off to Castell Coch There may be some warmth to be had in the twisted and tangled stories screened, and the musical interventions by Welsh National Opera but that won’t be enough to stave off the winter chill of these all-but outdoor screenings so please dress warmly.

his is a seated event. Knuckle Pizza and the

Kristen Bell, Josh Gad

Crafty Devil Brewing pop-ups will be on

USA/2013/108mins/PG

site from 4.30pm. Hot & cold drinks will be

Fearless optimist Anna teams up with Kristoff in an

available. A pop-up pizza stall, snacks and

epic journey, encountering Everest-like conditions,

hot & cold drinks will be available. Supported by the BFI Film Audience Network. This event is a partnership between Cadw, Chapter Arts Centre and the University of South Wales. Tickets are available on Chapter's website or from their box office on 02920 304400.

and a hilarious snowman named Olaf in a race to find Anna's sister Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom in eternal winter. With a singalong warm up provided by Welsh National Opera. £10/£8 Saturday 10 October - 8pm Phantom Of The Opera USA/1925/93mins/PG

October: Castell Coch Events

Dir: Rupert Julian. With Lon Chaney,

Friday 9 October - 5pm

Mary Philbin, Norman Kerry

Beauty & The Beast (Disney)

A crazed masked man living in the catacombs

Dir: Gary Trousdale, Kirk Wise.

beneath the Paris Opera falls in love with the voice

With Paige O’Hara, Robby Benson

of a young opera singer. Infatuated, he kidnaps her,

USA/1991/88mins/U

dragging her to the depths below where she will sing

The spirited village girl Belle enters the Beast's castle

only for him. This classic silent horror masterpiece

after he imprisons her father Maurice. With the help

sees an incredible grotesque performance from Lon

of his enchanted servants, including the matronly

Chaney. With a live score performed by Steepways

Mrs. Potts, Belle begins to draw the cold-hearted

Sound Collective and pre-event musical intervention

Beast out of his isolation. £10/£8

by Welsh National Opera. £15/£12

Friday 9 October - 8pm

November: Caerphilly Castle Events

The Princess Bride

Friday 20 November - 5pm

UK/1987/98mins/PG Dir: Rob Reiner. With Robin Wright, Cary Elwes, Peter Falk, Mandy Patinkin, Andre the Giant A beautiful young woman is captured by an arrogant prince to be his bride, but her heart belongs to her one true love who must battle the evils of the

Beauty & The Beast (Disney) USA/1991/88mins/U. £10/£8 Saturday 21 November - 8pm The Princess Bride UK/1987/98mins/PG. £15/£12

mythical kingdom of Florin to find her. A delightful

Friday 20 November - 5pm

fairy tale adventure, with an intelligent mix of

Frozen Singalong

swashbuckling, romance and comedy. £15/£12

USA/2013/108mins/PG. £10/£8

Saturday 10 October - 5pm

Saturday 21 November - 8pm

Frozen Singalong

Phantom Of The Opera

Dir: Chris Buck, Jennifer Lee. Voices of

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EDUCATION

The history of education

Education began in prehistory, as adults trained the young in the knowledge and skills deemed necessary in their society. Primary Schools

Secondary Schools

achieved orally and through imitation.

It is at age five when education becomes

The final stage of compulsory education

Story-telling passed knowledge, values,

a legal requirement with Infant schools

is Secondary schools which takes the

and skills from one generation to the

(or Key stage 1) teaching from 5-7. Many

child or young adult to age 16. In most

next. As cultures began to extend their

areas of the country have Primary schools

contemporary educational systems of the

but within these the age groups are still

world, secondary education comprises

divided into Infant and Junior from 7-11

the formal education that occurs during

years (Key Stage 2). This is also the age

adolescence. These years are divided up

when the school curriculum becomes

into studying a broad range of subjects

formalised

pre-literate

societies

this

was

knowledge beyond skills that could be readily learned through imitation, formal education developed. Nursery Schools

schools

for the first three years then choosing the

following the same subjects. Most school

areas they are good at or want to specialise

systems are designed around a set of

in for the last two. This is when main stream

values or ideals that govern all educational

schools would be teaching the syllabus

months old when both their mother and

choices in that system. Such choices

for GCSE’s which most children take in

father or carer are working. It helps develop

include curriculum, physical classroom

their fifth year just prior to leaving. From

social skills by interacting with other children

design,

there they may go on to take ‘A’ Levels in

and they may learn simple counting and to

methods

recognise letters in their names.

educational activities, and more.

Formal education now has various stages beginning with nursery schools although this initial stage is not compulsory. Many children now start nursery school at a few

with

most

state

student-teacher of

assessment,

interactions, class

size,

the sixth form or perhaps sign up for an apprenticeship or start a job.

Kumon’s maths and English study programmes work to develop your child’s confidence and independent study skills so they excel throughout the new term and beyond. To unlock your child’s potential, contact your local instructor for a free assessment: Cardiff Cyncoed Study Centre - Tina Vincent 07906 760 895 or 02920 639195 cardiffcyncoed@kumoncentre.co.uk

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SENIOR LIVING

OCTOBER IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH Every October people across Wales gather to celebrate Black History Month to recognise the contributions made to local, national and world history and culture.

D 38

ating back nearly 90 years Black History

Sadly, racial stereotyping, prejudice and discrimination

Month was founded in the United States by

remain significant problems in society and this has

the editor of the Journal of Negro History,

particular impact on the lives of older black minority ethnic

Carter G Woodson, when he established

people. With projections indicating the ageing population

African Caribbean celebrations. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s still celebrated

will become increasingly ethnically diverse, clear action

there in February each year.

will be required to accommodate these diverse needs.

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SENIOR LIVING

“They look after their own,

that

don’t they?”

representatives of public and voluntary

In Cardiff, the well established Somali and

sector organisations from across Wales.

Yemini communities, predominantly live in

The aim of the Network is to ensure the

the south of the city where life expectancy

needs of older minority ethnic people are

is eleven years less than more affluent

catered for in the design and delivery of

areas in the north of the capital. Older

public services such as health, social care,

minority ethnic people who may have

housing and criminal justice. Age Cymru’s

already experienced discrimination, can

OMEN offers a safe space for marginalised

encounter new forms of discrimination as

voices to be heard and influence policy.

they get older and thereby become victims

It also seeks to identify and spread

of multiple-discrimination.

examples of best practice and highlight

Religion and culture act as strong social

consists

older

people

and

and challenge discriminatory practices.

drivers in some ethnic groups that aspire to care for their

OMEN is always looking to recruit new members either as

elders within the family. However, changing family structures

individuals or as representatives of organisations. One of

and financial pressures are leading more adults to seek full

its most recent campaigns is looking at housing and the

time employment and move away from the family home. A

issues faced by older minority ethnic people.

lack of awareness and understanding of cultural or religious needs among social care workers can lead to situations

FOR further information please get in

where an individual’s dignity is compromised.

touch Email: rachel.lewis@agecymru.org.uk

Age Cymru has an Older Minority Ethnic Network (OMEN)

Website: www.agecymru. org.uk

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WHAT’S ON

CAROLS AT THE CASTLE Sing-along under the stars with Tŷ Hafan as we bring Christmas to Cardiff Castle on 26 November 2015 from 6pm.

elebrate the start of the festive season with

Tŷ

Hafan

and

evening of traditional carols and contemporary choirs at one of

Spread some joy this Christmas, and help Tŷ Hafan to provide comfort, care and support to life-limited children and their families in Wales, all year round. Tickets

the most iconic landmarks in Wales.

are £10.00 for adults, £5.00 for children

While you’re there, make a start on

and can be purchased online at www.

your Christmas shopping and feast on festive treats in our Dickensian Christmas market. Finally, watch as we light up the sky with the sparkle and magic of our stunning professional firework display, all in the unique setting of Cardiff Castle.

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tyhafan.org/carols-at-the-castle or in selected Tŷ Hafan shops. For more information contact: Events Team 029 2053 2184, events@tyhafan.org or www.tyhafan.org/events

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WHAT’S ON

WIN tickets to the CORAL Welsh Grand National at chepstow racecourse Join us on Sunday 27th December 2015 for our biggest race meeting of the year, the Coral Welsh Grand

National, one of the most prestigious jump fixtures of the season. hepstow Racecourse is pleased to announce

sent some of my very best horses to Chepstow for the

the introduction of the new Totepool

October meetings over the years, including Silviniaco

Chepstow Jumps Festival on Saturday 10

Conti, Hinterland, Just A Par and Far West, and with the

and Sunday 11 October. This festival marks

extra prize money on offer this year I will definitely be

the start of the winter jumping campaign and has

readying a squad for this new festival. I think it’s great

received significant investment with £250,000 of prize

to see Chepstow investing in their jumps programme

money up for grabs across the festival.

and I hope plenty of trainers will support this initiative.”

The feature race of this festival is the Grade Three

As well as the top class jump racing across the weekend

£50,000 Totepool Silver Trophy (Handicap Hurdle).

there will be live music on both days and racegoers will also

The festival also includes the Grade Two £30,000 Persian

be able to watch live coverage of the Wales vs. Australia

War Novices’ Hurdle, a £30,000 Veterans’ Chase.

Rugby World Cup game on the big screen and numerous

The festival commences with the Reuben Foundation Jump Legends Charity Race in aid of the Bob Champion Cancer Trust. Bob Champion MBE said: “We are very grateful to the Reuben Foundation’s

entertainments include Pony Racing, Donkey Riding, Go Karts, Bouncy Castles, Face Painters, a Mascot Race on Family Day on the Sunday.

ongoing support and delighted Chepstow is

Tickets for both days start at £20 and free for children

hosting this race for the third year. We hope it will

under 18. All entertainment on the Sunday for

be another exciting race and raise lots of money to

children is free. For more information, or to book your

help support our research team’s essential work.”

tickets, please call 01291 622 260 or visit our website

Champion National Hunt Trainer, Paul Nicholls said: “I have

www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk.

Competition

For your chance to win one of four tickets to the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow Racecourse on Sunday 27th December simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:

What month is the Chepstow Racecourse Jumps Festival? Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: The Welsh Grand National CN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 2DP. Closing date for entries is 28th October 2015. Winning entries ISSUE will be drawn at FOURTEEN random. One entry per person.

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Answer: Name:

Address: Tel: Email:

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WHAT’S ON

THE WINNERS ARE! On the 11th September 2015 at the Bear Hotel in Cowbridge, the annual South Wales Business Awards were held. The awards were once again hosted by one

of Welsh television and radio’s most popular presenters - Sara Edwards. awards

have

been

developed

and

launched by WS Marketing and are proudly

B South Wales Business of the Year 2015 – Hospital Innovations (8)

sponsored by Lewis Silkin, Cardiff Now, Ikona IT and Big Ideas Wales.

Once again expectations were exceeded in both the number and standard of applications. The judging process was extremely difficult for the independent judging panel. However, the winners are:

B Young Entrepreneur of the Year – Liam Mee – Mee Creative (1)

B New Start-up of the Year – Boss Brewing (2) B Retail Business of the Year – Ty-Hafan (3) B Business Services Business of the Year –

Founder of the South Wales Business Awards – Wesley Skene said, “Since 2008, the awards have been celebrating excellence in the Welsh business community.

2015

has

been

without

doubt

our most strongly contested and competitive awards. Our winners and nominees alike have shown that Wales is one of the leading nations for entrepreneurship and we must continue to champion this cause. As the founder of these awards, I’m determined to ensure that businesses within South Wales are given the recognition and

Low Cost Vans (4)

appreciation that they so richly deserve!”

Caryl Thomas – Sparkles Cleaning (5)

With plans already underway for 2016, next years

B Female Entrepreneur of the Year – B Technological & Innovative Business of the Year – Hospital Innovations (6)

B Contribution to Welsh Business & Society – Jamie Baulch (7)

awards are once again set to be one of the leading business events of the social calendar. Wesley said “Plans are already in hand for next year with dates for applications to be announced shortly." @CARDIFFNOW FIND US ON FACEBOOK www.nowcardiff.co.uk

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WHAT’S ON

All photography by Clare Price Photography

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WHAT’S ON

OCTOBER Monday 5th Shawn Klush: Elvis World Tour St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff CF10 1AH Cost: £19.50/£21.50 www.visitcardiff.com Wednesday 7th Fall Out Boy Motorpoint Arena Mary Ann Street Cardiff CF10 2EQ Cost: See website www.visitcardiff.com Thursday 8th Late Night Poetry National Museum Cardiff Cathays Park Cardiff CF10 3NP Cost: £5 in advance £7 on the door www.museumwales.ac.uk Lecture Series - 'The Life and Death of Lieutenant Colonel, Lord Ninian Crichton-Stuart' Cardiff Castle Cardiff CF10 3RB Cost: £7.50 per person Contact: 029 2087 8100 Thursday 8th & Friday 9th Sweeney Todd (Wales National Opera) Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL

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Cost: £5 - £55 www.wmc.org.uk

Cost: Free www.museumwales.ac.uk

Friday 9th Tea Dance with Alan Taylor Glass Room St Donat’s Arts Centre Llantwit Major S.Glamorgan CF61 1WF Cost: £5 www.stdonats.com

Monday 12th A Conversation with Tom Jones Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL Cost: £35- £75 www.millenniumstadium.com

Friday 9th – Saturday 24th A Doll’s House Sherman Cymru Senghennydd Road Cathays Cardiff CF24 4YE Cost: £15 - £25 Concessions. www.shermacymru.co.uk

Jim Davidson St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff CF10 1AH Cost: £22.50 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk

Saturday 10th St Fagans Museum Ghost Walks St Fagan’s National History Museum Cardiff CF5 6XB Cost: £15 Suitable age 12+ www.museumwales.ac.uk Mike Peters & the Alarm Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL Cost: £27.50 (Circle) www.millenniumstadium.com Saturday 10th & Sunday 11th Theatr Na'nog one-man play National Museum Cardiff Cathays Park Cardiff CF10 3NP

Monday 12th – Sunday 18th Half ‘N’ Half Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL Cost: £10- £14 www.millenniumstadium.com Tuesday 13th Wales v Andorra International Football Cardiff City Stadium Leckwith Road Cardiff CF11 8AZ Cost: see website www.faw.org.uk Tuesday 13th – Saturday 17th A Murder is Announced New Theatre Park Place Cardiff Cost: £9.50 - £27 www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk

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Thursday 15th Vale Courses Art Workshops: How to draw in one day! St Donat’s Arts Centre Llantwit Major S.Glamorgan CF61 1WF Contact: Vale Courses on 01446 773 831 www.stdonats.com Friday 16th DVOŘÁK’S NEW WORLD SYMPHONY St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff CF10 1AH Cost: £8 - £22 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Friday 16th October – Sunday 1st November FearFest National Diving & Activity Centre Tideham Chepstow NP16 7LH Cost: See website for dates & prices www.fear-fest.co.uk Saturday 17th Happy Birthday Waterfront National Waterfront Museum Oystermouth Road Martime Quarter Swansea SA1 3RD Cost: Free www.museumwales.ac.uk Tuesday 20th Benjamin Baker & Jonathan Ware St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff

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CF10 1AH Cost: £5.75 Conc. £4.75 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Tuesday 20th – Wednesday 21st HMS Pinafore New Theatre Park Place Cardiff Cost: £14 - £32 www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk Tuesday 20th – Wednesday 28th Land of Our Fathers Wales Millennium Centre Bute Place Cardiff Bay CF10 5AL Cost: £15 www.millenniumstadium.com Thursday 22nd Behind the Scenes Tour Cardiff Castle Cardiff CF10 3RB Cost: £12.50 per person Contact: 029 2087 8100 Saturday 24th & Sunday 25th Dara O’Briain Crowd Tickler St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff CF10 1AH Cost: £23 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Monday 26th Harry Enfield & Paul Whitehouse Legends! Motorpoint Arena Mary Ann Street Cardiff CF10 2EQ

Cost: £38 - £43 www.livenation.co.uk Wednesday 28th – Thursday 29th Peppa Pig’s Surprise New Theatre Park Place Cardiff Cost: £14 - £7.50 (under 16) www.newtheatrecardiff.co.uk Bill Bailey St David’s Hall The Hayes Cardiff CF10 1AH Cost: £25 www.stdavidshallcardiff.co.uk Thursday 29th Meet the Gardener St Fagan’s National History Museum Cardiff CF5 6XB Cost: Free www.museumwales.ac.uk Friday 30th October – Sunday 1st November Made by Hand 2015 City Hall Cathays Park Cardiff CF10 3ND Cost: Adult £6, conc. £5 Family £19 Children Under 14 FREE www.madebyhand-wales.co.uk Saturday 31st & Sunday 1st The Highwayman Cardiff Castle Cardiff CF10 3RB Cost: Normal admission Contact: 029 2087 8100

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