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Home is where the hearth is
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Misty Mornings, Hibernating Hogs and Wildlife Wonder
Take time to relax
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Beef Chilli Con Carne with Rice
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Choosing your festive meat
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The Lord Leycester Hospital
warm and well this winter
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We`re in for a cold winter, apparently. Personally I am looking forward to it.
home is where
the hearth is
For the baby boomers and into the early 70s the fireplace was where parents would kneel reverently every morning, piling screwed up newspapers into a pyramid before putting on the coal. The eventual installation of the gas fire seemed like a bereavement. You lit it by poking in a match and waiting tensely, with averted face, for the boom.
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oday things have come full circle, people prefer to live in a place with a fire. It is the number one 'must have' in
a holiday cottage and real fires draw diners to gastro pubs. According to the Solid Fuel Association, sales of wood-burning and multi-fuel stoves are up 40% on last year. The motivating factor is the high price of electricity, oil and gas.
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I light my multi burner stove almost
growth of the tree - and trees are
is possible to have the look and feel
every evening between October and
renewable. I also wonder whether the
of the open fire but combined with
April, and sometimes I am tempted to
labour involved in making a fire might
almost instant heat of the stove. The
keep the glass door open. I know this is
be beneficial here. Whereas I always
hearth with my stove is the focus of
extremely dangerous, but it would allow
used to turn on the central heating
my house, and the television comes
me to have an unobstructed view of the
when I felt cold, I don't just make a fire
a poor second. A fire is more visually
dancing of the flames. Lucky people
at the drop of a hat. I put on a jumper
interesting than a large proportion
with new stoves usually have huge
instead! My dad would have approved.
of TV programmes, and has better
glass doors for this reason. An open fire is generally an inefficient way of heating a room. Most of the heat goes up the chimney, so more emissions are
with nature in the machine age that made the Victorians such lovers of the
dialogue, in fact, than most. We're in for a cold winter, apparently. Personally I am looking forward to it.
hearth. They always preferred open
SEASONAL TIPS
fires to the iron stoves that took off
Before firing up your home heating at
Wood as a fuel is considered carbon
in the rest of northern Europe. They
the start of Autumn, there are a few
neutral in that the burner is only
liked the look of them, and the mood
important jobs which need attention:
releasing the CO2 captured by the
they created. For today’s famililies it
Don’t forget, if you have not already
generated than strictly necessary.
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done so, it is advisable to get the
appliance without fixing a Carbon
work be carried out by a qualified HETAS
chimney swept before lighting the
Monoxide alarm in the same room,
Registered Engineer to be found on
fire. Perhaps a task better scheduled
and these are widely available at
www.hetas.co.uk .
for the summer months but essential.
affordable prices. Many customers
The chimney is a very important part of your heating system, designed to efficiently remove toxic flue gasses to the outside of your property. Blockages or restrictions in the flue, which may occur following periods of heavy rain, can result in exposure to carbon monoxide which is very dangerous. Any doubts about the condition of your chimney should be investigated by a chimney engineer to identify potential risks. It is now illegal to install a solid fuel
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only associate CO with gas boilers. This is a misunderstanding, CO gas is produced when ANY fuel is burned.
Of course, don't forget to order your winter fuel before the cold weather sets in. It's so important to only burn properly seasoned firewood and it's no
All heating appliances need annual
good waiting until the last minute before
servicing, rather like your car. This will
contacting your supplier. They cannot
ensure it operates safely and efficiently.
respond quickly to fulfil your needs
Routine checks of flues, door seals,
when demand is high and you may be
air controls and fire parts will help to
disappointed with the condition (i.e -
ensure you get maximum value from
how dry) what they can supply you with.
the fuel burned. Similarly, your central
A digital moisture meter is an affordable
heating system may benefit from an
investment to check your wood always
annual check-over. We recommend this
has less than 20% moisture.
Wildside Fireside Just like the logs they sell, the business has grown up locally. All the staff grew up in and around Northamptonshire,
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Warwickshire & Leicestershire, a short tractor’s ride from where they now call home. lifetime in the countryside has
important to them as it is to you. They group
fire is different, so they stock a wide choice
taught them the importance of a
the weekly deliveries by area, why not get
of firewood, coal and kindling to help you
reliable fire. Wildside Logs is not
together with some local friends and then
build the perfect fire, be it traditional wood
your deliveries can all be on the same day.
burning stove or a roaring open hearth fire.
real pride in the firewood they produce,
Each delivery will provide you will all you
They take the seasoning of the wood
sell and the service they provide their
need to stay warm and cosy. Every home
massive corporate business but
a real small family business so they take
customers and the community.
seriously, making sure that all of their firewood has a low moisture content (around 20% ) providing a satisfying and
They don’t just drop and drive away when they are deliving your logs. They use an
reliable burn with little smoke.
established team of our their own drivers
Take a look at their range of seasoned
to deliver your logs, providing an old
hardwood, kiln dried hardwood, seasoned
fashioned friendly service. Their wonderful
softwood, coal and fireside accessories on
delivery service is free to local postcodes
their webside www.wildsidelogs.co.uk or
in a wide area as long as your order is £80
call them on 01788 899050 or email info@
or more. They are a green business, the
wildsidelogs.co.uk if you need some advice.
carbon footprint of their whole business is
They are always happy to help.
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MILES OF TILES Miles of Tiles (Midlands) Ltd is a family run tile merchants established in 1982 based
in Leamington Spa with stores in Coventry and Rugby welcoming the trade and public. They are now celebrating their 1st year at their new showrooms in Leamington Spa and Coventry.
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or over 30years Miles of Tiles has been importing
'Manager Specials' and various other promotions running
tiles from around the world to offer the latest
throughout the year including 20% off, VAT Free, Summer
designs at the most competitive prices. They
and Autumn sales and from December their Winter Sale
have the most extensive and exclusive wall and
will begin, visit their website www.milesoftiles.co.uk or pop
floor tiles including porcelain, glass splashbacks, natural stone and mosaics many of which are stock items. They also offer a great selection of bathrooms, showers and accessories including under tile heating mats, adhesives, colour grouts with matching silicone, tools and trims. Their staff offer professional customer service and are on hand to offer tips, advice and guidance whatever your needs might be. The option to take free samples will help with decision making in the comfort of your own home.
The move to their two new showrooms has proved very successful with many positive comments from their existing customers and indeed new ones. Jeff and the team look forward to welcoming you in the near future. We won’t be beaten on price! Leamington Spa - Tel: 01926 312777 sales@milesoftiles.co.uk
They offer a local delivery service if required and a reliable
Coventry - Tel: 02476 228800
'supply and fit service'.
coventry@milesoftiles.co.uk
There is plenty of free parking at all of their stores and they are open 6 days a week and late night Thursday’s till 8pm in their Leamington store only. Look out for their monthly
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Rugby - Tel: 01788 546622 rugby@milesoftiles.co.uk www.milesoftiles.co.uk
The Barn at Long Marston Located just outside the famous Stratford upon Avon, The Barn spans over 13’000 sq. ft. selling a wide range of antiques, furniture and collectables.
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what’s on offer on the
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high street The Barn is the
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enjoy tea and cake or a glass
team who offer a wealth of
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knowledge
season.
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experience
they are always on hand to help customers in any way
The
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If The Barn doesn’t have that
and maybe you will find your
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GARDENING at PACKWOOD HOUSE November is a very busy time for the garden team here at Packwood these upcoming months must be used wisely to
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ensure that gardens are prepared for next year's spring and summer displays. ll of the lawns must be aerated either by hand with
usually consists of wallflowers sown by us in July, ordered in bulbs
a wire rake or by using a motorised scarifier which
and Myosotis to create a mixture of colour ranging from: cream,
removes all the 'thatch' which can then be burnt on a
primrose yellow, blue, orange and blood red! This is a good time
bonfire, but never composted. Once this is completed
for the gardeners to take stock of the borders and make a note
a little fine sieved soil is spread over the worse worn areas of our most ornamental lawns which are then over-sown with a fine turf rye grass seed mix. The bottle-neck areas of lawn where the most pedestrian foot fall occurs will be cordoned off for up
of any gaps appearing. Our emergency paraffin heaters are all primed and checked and our permanent electrical heaters should be giving out an even
to ten weeks or more and treated to a thin covering of crushed
‘frost free’ temperature throughout our glasshouses and poly-
granite to lessen wear and tear every two to three weeks. The
tunnels. We will pot up any rooted cuttings and sort through
yew garden lawns will be aerated and lightly drained using a
all the plants to ensure that they are placed in the appropriate
motorised 'spiker'. You can manage this task easily at home to
houses with the correct temperature. A stock take will be made,
revive your lawns using a garden fork and giving yourself plenty
bubble-wrap will be put up to insulate our poly tunnels and we
of time and a few cups of tea as an incentive!
will hopefully be ready for winter!
Our spectacular flower borders will have all their tender perennials
Mick Evans,
removed by early November, if not sooner if the threat of a frost
Head Gardener
is looming, and they will then be re-potted and over-wintered in our glasshouses. Some late cuttings may be taken from them at this time. All annuals will be dug up and composted together with herbaceous tops that have been cut down throughout all the borders. About 20 percent of our herbaceous plants will be divided and either replanted or be carted off to the nursery to be potted up for planting in spring or they may end up in next seasons plant sales.
Jobs for NOVEMBER IN YOUR GARDEN 1 Composting leaves 2 Picking fruit and harvesting veg 3 Taking cuttings of soft annuals such as geraniums and fuchsias 4 Lift the dahlias and cut the tubers, dry them and put in frost free storage over winter
Also during November the team will mulch as many borders as
5 Planting bulbs for spring, daffodils and tulips
they can with home-made Packwood compost, a mix of rotted
6 Cutting down herbaceous perennials
leaves and grass clippings after the borders have been well weeded and prepared for planting up with spring bedding. This
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7 Move any less hardy plants inside before the first frost
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NATURE NOTEBOOK
Hedgehog curled in leaves © Tom Marshall
i Misty Mornings, Hibernating Hogs and Wildlife Wonder Crisp mornings, silvery spider webs and frosty lawns… Autumn is fading into winter and it’s ‘see your breath’ cold as you step out in the morning.
Winter guests arrive
inspires children every day! Katie works as an Education
As we’ve waved goodbye to the visiting birds of summer
Officer at a Nature Reserve - making a difference to
you might think our skies would be quieter. But it’s time to
children’s lives whatever the weather.
welcome winter guests like geese and swans. Birds arrive in their millions from colder lands; Scandinavia, the Arctic and Northern Europe. While we’re wrapping up in winter
learning all about nature on our doorstep. Children visit
woollies, visiting migrants will be basking in the UK’s
us on school trips learning about birds on our reserve
balmier temperatures. Food is now easier to find here
or how to measure the weather. We take troops of
than in their homelands, but they will head back there to
children to build dens in our woods, get them looking
breed come springtime.
under logs for bugs and dipping nets in our pond to
Watch for the flash of orange-red on the sides of redwings, a colourful thrush-sized bird. Or spot a sociable gang of fieldfares, up to a hundred in size, hoovering up hawthorns from hedgerows. And there are more of our nation’s favourite birds around too – robin numbers are swelled by migrant populations from the eastern European cold. Hedgehogs hunker down Check your bonfires on 5th November for sleepy hedgehogs who have bedded down ready for winter. Hogs are seeking out places to hibernate until at least March.
see what’s lurking there. There’s nothing better than seeing amazed children looking at the newt they just caught, seeing its bright underbelly and its webbed feet. It’s brilliant how they forget that they’re scared of spiders, especially when they hold that pot with one in really close to their face to count all its legs.” Teeny Tots and First Words Katie also gets to work with littler ones in Nature Tots toddler group and Nature Babies messy play group. “It’s wonderful watching visiting children grow in front of my eyes. When they first join Nature Tots they’re unsteady on
Check every section of your bonfire as hedgehogs head
their feet and unsure of their muddy hands too. But after
into the middle. Use a broom or pole rather than a sharp
a few weeks they get stuck in, traversing over our stick-
fork and listen for hissing - the sound made by a disturbed
strewn woods and make teeny tiny dens for our animal
hedgehog! Of course the best plan is simply to build your
puppets. Thanks to joining the group as a baby, memorably
bonfire on the night, just before you plan to light it!
one of our tots’ first ever words was duck!
Nurturing a Love of Nature Hoping to create a new generation of wildlife lovers, Katie
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“All year round I get children and their families outside,
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FINDING THE PERFECT
WINTER COAT If you haven't started looking yet, now's the time. After all, winter coats are already in the shops and you want to nab the best one before it sells out - and before the weather gets really nasty.
A
winter coat is a serious investment. This isn't
notice about you. Get it right and you're guaranteed to
a quick one-season fling, it's a long-term
turn heads and feel gorgeous, no matter what the winter
relationship. You'll be wearing this coat more
weather throws at you. If you can, it's worth spending a
often than anything else in your wardrobe, so
few hundred pounds.
it has to work from top to toe. Let's start with the most important things your winter coat needs to do:
B Keep you warm and dry B Fit perfectly and be comfortable B Look fabulous B Make you feel like a million dollars when you're wearing it How much should I spend?
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Trendy or classic? It's best to avoid high fashion. A bang-on-trend coat may be tempting but the chances are, this time next year it will look a bit... last year. A classic coat never goes out of style and can be trended up - a scarf, brooch, boots or an amazing hat. Accessorising is an easy way to change the look of your coat in an instant.
Go for the maximum you can afford. If you need to convince
Before you start shopping...
yourself about this, think about the cost per wear. Bear
Think carefully about how you'll be wearing your winter
in mind that this coat will be the first thing that people
coat. For example, when you're on the school run,
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clambering on and off buses or the tube it's best to avoid
glow that makes you look younger and feel wonderful - and your
too much length. A sweeping ankle-length number can look
new coat will go with absolutely everything in your wardrobe.
gorgeously elegant but actually, escalators will eat the hem - and you'll spend all winter tripping over it. Basically, you won't look
You don't have to stick to a single shade. Once you know the
gorgeous or elegant.
colours that light up your face, don't be afraid of patterned
Do you do a lot of walking, going outdoors to indoors and back again? It's easy to get too hot. Look out for a lightweight coat with a cashmere/wool mix. It will be warm without the bulk and
fabrics that include a few of them. Try it on
weight of a 100% wool coat. Don't forget about pockets. When it's
In the end, it all boils down to the coat's personality. It needs to
cold, they'll be your friends - and practically speaking, you'll have
match your own. Online shopping is convenient, but there's only
somewhere to put your gloves.
one way to make sure it's truly you. Try it on.
Which coat shape will suit me? Your new coat needs to be a perfect fit for your body architecture. This has nothing to do with your weight - it's about your individual frame and silhouette.
Don't forget, you'll be wearing bulky woollens underneath your coat so make sure it's roomy enough to accommodate them especially in the sleeves. Stretch up, crouch down, walk about - do anything necessary to make sure it's a perfect fit.
For example, a longer tailored coat will look great if you have a tall, narrow frame. Belted coats are curve-creating, but they'll also flatter the hourglass figure. If you're on the smaller side, try a knee length overcoat or a shorter hem. Make sure the sleeves and hem are the right length so it doesn't overwhelm you. Larger frames will suit smooth fabrics and a coat style with lots of movement.
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FOOD & DRINK
Beef Chilli Con Carne
with Herb Rice and Sour Cream
Serves four
pan. Turn up to medium heat
B 1 kg beef mince B Oil for cooking B 400g tinned chopped tomatoes
B 400g tinned red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
B 1 pint beef stock B 250ml red wine B 1 clove garlic B 1 large onion B 3 fresh chillis B ½ tsp chilli powder B 1 tsp dried oregano B 1 tbsp tomato puree B 1 tsp cayenne pepper B 1 tsp smoked paprika B 280g basmati rice B 200g sour cream B Handful fresh parsley, chopped
B 2 handfuls fresh chives, Situated in the village of Ettington, just a stone’s throw from Stratford-upon-Avon, and set within its own beautiful gardens, the historic Chequers Inn serves both modern European and traditional British dishes alongside a cadre of fantastic wines and ales such as the Inn’s very own Chequers pale ale. The Chequers Inn effortlessly blends immaculate decor, delicious food and drink, and warm service with tremendous value for money, making it a must-visit.
chopped
B 10g butter B 1 tsp honey B Pinch salt and black pepper
and cook for 15-20 minutes until the beef is browned. 4 Add the tomato puree, chilli powder, oregano, paprika, cayenne pepper and chopped tomatoes. Cook on a medium heat for 15-20 minutes. 5 Add the stock and red wine and cook for a further 20-30 minutes on medium heat. 6 Once 70% of the liquid has been cooked down remove from the heat. Add the kidney beans. Add salt and pepper to taste and stir. To make the rice: 1 Fill the saucepan with water, add a pinch of salt and bring to the boil. 2 Add the rice, cook for about 20 minutes or until cooked to your liking. 3 Drain. Add butter, one
To make the chilli:
handful of parsley and one
1 Chop the onion, garlic and
handful of chives. Add salt and
fresh chillis.
pepper to taste and then stir.
2 Heat the oil in a large
To make the sour
91 Banbury Road, Ettington, Warwickshire, CV37 7SR
saucepan and add the onions,
cream:
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garlic and fresh chilli. Cook for
1 Mix the sour cream, honey
5 minutes on a low heat. Do
and one handful of chives and
not brown the onions.
then serve.
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THE BULLS HEAD Sitting proudly at the centre of the picturesque village of Wootton Wawen, between Henley-In-Arden and Stratford-Upon-Avon, The Bulls Head is the
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epitome of a charming country pub.
acked world
full
of
old-
escape
from
the
rest
of
quirkiness,
the world. With a hearty
The Bulls Head offers
menu of proper pub grub
an
unpretentious,
at reasonable prices and a
universal welcome beneath
variety of real ales and fine
its
beams.
wines, we’ve got everything
Whether you spend a cosy
you need to while away the
creaking
old
winter’s evening in front of one of our many open fires or hide away in our secret garden during the summer, feel free to make The Bulls Head your second home.
time. The Bulls Head is the nononsense pub you’ve been waiting for, and it’s right on the doorstep to Warwickshire. If you'd like to reserve a
We believe in creating proper
table please call
country pubs that offer an
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choosing your
festive meat Food critic Charles Campion in an interview with ‘Which’ Magazine helps you decide on the meat you should serve this Christmas.
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ob Cratchit had it easy. In the run up to
Should this be the year we have a goose? The meat
Christmas he had to keep his nose to
is very rich and moist, the fat left in the pan after
the grindstone and sit at his desk doing
cooking is fantastic for roasting potatoes and baking.
whatever clerks did in 1843. He didn’t have
But delicious though it is, a goose is a bony bird and
to decide what to have for the Christmas meal – it
that means small portions for a family of half a dozen
would be gruel the same as last year. But for the rest
keen eaters. Allow 700g of bird weight per person eg
of us the arguments start early.
4kg for 6 people and 6.4kg for 9-10.
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The last decade has seen a comeback from the
These white feathered birds originally dominated
Norfolk Black – great flavour, but this is a bird with
the mass market partly because when plucked
big bones and a grudging amount of meat. Or there’s
their white feathers left white stubs. Unlike the
the Bronze turkey, this one has a bit more meat on
Norfolk Black which when plucked leaves a host
it and scores well in the flavour department. Finally
of black specks to spoil the look of the breast to
there’s the white turkey, a great, big, bosomy bird
some eyes. Allow 500g of bird weight per person.
that delivers slice after slice of pristine white meat but can be short on flavour if not sourced carefully.
If the Cratchit family were doing the Christmas shopping nowadays Tiny Tim would probably be staggering home under the weight of a three bird
Whatever you decide, order from your local butcher or grower, do it in plenty of time so it arrives in your kitchen in perfect condition.
roast. Just about every permutation of birds that can be boned out has ended up reassembled as an all meat, easy to carve, special. These constructs are seriously solid and thus demand a good deal of care when cooking. Chicken, goose and turkey do not share a common oven temperature so everything usually ends up over-cooked ‘just to be on the safe side’. It’s also questionable whether you would ever choose to eat a slice of chicken, with a slice of goose, with a slice of turkey, and top the whole lot off with plenty of stuffing. Take care when shopping in some
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supermarkets as some supermarkets have even resorted
mustard? That is why more people are cooking beef cuts
to calling their three bird roasts ‘Ballotines’ - which is fine
such as short rib on Christmas Day. Ordering a 5.5kg joint
- as long you are not expecting to find three completely
will feed 15 people plus mean a lie in on Christmas morning.
unadulterated birds. Allow 500g per person.
How? Short ribs barbeque brilliantly if the oven is occupied.
Try doing your Christmas planning in reverse, after an
Whatever you decide, order from your local butcher or
afternoon over-eating and sofa snoring what will you fancy
grower, do it in plenty of time so it arrives in your kitchen in
mid-evening when you are recovering? How about a rare
perfect condition. This will ensure your meat meets all the
roast beef sandwich on crusty bread with a smear of English
families' expections.
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Start / Finish: The walk starts at the Tourist Information Centre at The Court House near the junction of Jury Street with Castle Street. Public Transport: The nearest railway station is at Warwick (Town). Please use Traveline. See sketch map for routes from railway station to the start of the walk along the roads or through Priory Park. Parking: There are several car parks in the City of Warwick. O/S Map: Explorer 221 | Distance: The main walk is 5 miles. (Total 6.5 for rail users). There are shorter routes into town from points 5, 6 and 8. Time: Allow all day for the main walk as there is plenty to see. Refreshments: Enjoy a picnic en route. There is a large supermarket near the railway bridge over the Avon through the nature reserve near point 3 on sketch-map. There are also several waterside Pubs. Terrain: Please do not attempt this walk if the River Avon is in flood. The route is mainly flat but strong comfortable waterproof shoes or boots are still recommended. Wheelchair users and pushchairs can explore much of the route as there are ramps in place.
HISTORY: The Castle at Warwick is well worth exploring at the end
path along the front of the bungalows and rejoin the riverside path further along. Follow the river as far as the cast-iron railway bridge. 3 Walk beneath the bridge and on your left is a nature reserve – an important waterside site and riverside retreat for wildlife.
of your walk. To discover Warwick’s other historic buildings you may
There is a supermarket beyond if you need refreshments. Return
need to make a return visit. The canal is level for 5 miles through
to the riverside path and turn left to walk beneath the beautiful
this area but you will pass locks as you approach the restored
stone built canal aqueduct.
Saltisford Arm, part of the original Warwick and Birmingham Canal.
4 Turn left up onto Grand Union Canal towpath. Turn right
1 The walk starts at the Court House, Tourist Information Centre
towards Warwick. This section of canal is level for some distance.
in the heart of Warwick. Turn down Castle Street with the WC in a
Near Bridge 46 there is a supermarket and you can also catch
pretty garden, forking right to the Castle entrance. (You may wish
a bus back into town or walk from here. Continue along the
to explore the Castle later). Turn left along Castle Lane and right
towpath to bridge 48 which is a lovely old ‘skew’ bridge.
towards Banbury Road. It's worth exploring Mill Street to view
5 You are now passing bridge 49 near a boat hire location where
more of the Castle from outside and to see what much of Warwick
boat repairs are carried out. For those who arrived by train, the
would have been like in 15th and 16th century. Return to the top
A429 leads back towards railway station. On the walk you will
of Mill Street and turn right along Banbury Road to the bridge over
soon encounter your first set of locks. The canal was built as a
the River Avon with its famous view of Warwick Castle.
‘narrow-canal’ with narrow locks for narrow boats. A little further
2 Cross with care and walk back towards the town taking the steps on the right into St. Nicholas Park (wheelchairs and pushchairs can enter the park further down). Follow Centenary Way along the Avon bank for a mile to a footbridge but remain on the same side. Keep straight ahead along the grass riverside path. If it is muddy, take the
along is The Cape of Good Hope Pub that can be reached by crossing the bridge (another route into town). 6 The towpath does narrow considerably at one point. Take care! Birmingham Canal Bridge (51) was rebuilt in 1992. Leave the walk here for the Warwick Parkway Station. 7 The main walk crosses the canalbridge 51 and turns right down Budbrooke Road, passing Saltisford Canal Centre on the left. Cross Wilmhurst Road and take the public footpath on the left. Now you will leave the waterways behind and cross the railway footbridge. Follow the railway as far as the corner and turn right. 8 Walk along the edge of Jubilee Wood to the kiss-gate onto the edge of Warwick Racecourse. Go left and follow the perimeter path round the racecourse to exit onto a road. 9 Follow the road to the far end where it joins Hampton Street. Turn left along Friars Street then right and immediately left into the old town passing Norman gateway into town. 10 Pass the 14th/15th century timber-framed Lord Leycester’s Hospital on the left. Keep walking up the High Street to Castle Street where the walk ends. Written and illustrated by glynis dray
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THE LORD LEYCESTER HOSPITAL At the end of Warwick High Street you may have noticed a group of old, half-timbered buildings which look as though they’re about to tumble down into the roadway! Next to them, above Warwick’s ancient West Gate is the 12th Century Chapel of St James. Together they form the Lord Leycester Hospital. Considered by many to be Warwick’s medieval gem, the unique ancient
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and historic buildings have been continuously occupied for more than 600 years. ever a medical establishment, it was built originally
built in 1450 for celebrations and banquets. King James
by the medieval Guilds of Warwick, and for more
I dined here in 1617. It is still in regular use for its original
than 400 years it has been a retirement home for
purpose and is available for hire for meetings, concerts,
old warriors and their wives who welcome visitors
receptions, dinners and private functions.
from all over the world throughout the year. In 1571 Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester, favourite of the Queen, founded a retirement home or “Hospital” for disabled soldiers in the ancient buildings. The Hospital, now a self-supporting charity, continues to provide a home for “The Brethren”, as they are still known. Since the granting of a charter by King Richard II in 1383, the candlelit Chantry Chapel of St James, built over the arched vaulting of the West Gate, has been in continuous use. On weekday mornings the Brethren gather for prayers surrounded by fine examples of Warwick’s celebrated tradition of woodcarving. The Guildhall, built in 1450 by Neville “the Kingmaker” Earl of Warwick, was originally the chamber in which the Guilds carried out business. Today it contains an eclectic collection of artefacts, many brought back as trophies
represents an exquisite example of untouched ancient timber domestic architecture. Decorated with heraldic devices, it has been painted many times and featured widely in photographs and as a location for film and television productions including Doctor Who and Pride and Prejudice. For centuries the Brethren’s Kitchen provided good food and drink to the community of the Hospital. Today, from February to November, it refreshes visitors and passers-by with morning coffee, delicious light lunches and afternoon tea. Hidden behind the Master’s House lies a tiny, beautiful, tranquil garden. Lovingly restored by a past Master’s wife, its delightful planting echoes a former time. Unique features include the 12th Century Norman arch, a stone vase reputed have crowned the 2,000 year-old Egyptian
by generations of old warriors who spent their declining
“Nilometer” and a very early pineapple pit. Featured in
years as Brothers. It also houses the tiny but splendid
Country Life and BBC’s Gardener’s World, the garden is
Regimental Museum of the West Midlands’ locally-
open to visitors from Easter till October.
recruited cavalry regiment – The Queen’s Own Hussars. The Great Hall, with its magnificent timbered roof, was
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keep WARM and WELL this winter Here are some tips on staying warm and well this coming Winter Keep moving Staying active is not only essential for your general wellbeing and fitness - it also generates heat and helps to
worried about a poor appetite, speak to your GP. Have a seasonal flu jab
keep you warm.
If you’re over 65, the Government recommends that you
When you’re indoors, try not to sit still for more than an
changing, so you need a jab every year, using the latest
hour. Get up and walk around, make yourself a warm drink
vaccine. Flu is not only unpleasant; it can also develop into
and spread any chores throughout the day.
pneumonia, which can be serious.
Chair-based exercises are helpful if walking is difficult, along with moving your arms and legs and wiggling your toes.
have a seasonal flu jab every year. Flu viruses are always
Your jab will be free if:
B you’re 65 or over B you receive Carer’s Allowance or are the carer for a person whose welfare will be at risk if you fall ill
Eat well
lung, kidney or liver problem, Parkinson’s, or if you have
least one hot meal each day and have hot drinks during
had a stroke.
the day. Having a hot drink before bed and keeping one in a flask by your bedside are good ideas too.
It takes up to ten days for the vaccine to take effect, so
Include a good range of foods in your diet and aim for five
arm may be sore, or you may have a slight temperature
portions of fruit and vegetables each day so that you’re
or aching muscles for a few days, but other side effects
getting plenty of nutrients and vitamins. Remember that
are rare.
frozen vegetables are as good as fresh. It’s important to eat enough, especially in winter. If you’re
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it’s best to have it early on in the winter. Your vaccinated
Check you’ve had a ‘pneumo’ jab The ‘pneumo’ (or pneumococcal) jab is a one-off jab that
helps protect you against pneumonia, meningitis and septicemia.
Take care when driving
If you’re over 65 and haven’t had one, ask your GP.
If you absolutely have to drive in bad weather, make sure you
Give up smoking This is a good thing for your overall health, as smoking lowers your immune system and can cause serious health conditions. After you stop smoking, you’ll quickly notice that you’re breathing is easier and that doing any exercise is more comfortable. Ask your GP practice about NHS services to help you give up. Call the free NHS Smokefree helpline on 0300 123 1044. Protect yourself against chilblains Chilblains are itchy red swellings that occur when your skin gets cold and you try to warm up too quickly, often by sitting close to a radiator or other source of heat.
allow extra time for your journey. Tell someone your destination and when you expect to arrive. Always fully charge your mobile phone before you set off on a journey and make sure you have warm clothes, boots, food, water, a torch and a spade in case you need them. Keep your spirits up It’s not unusual to feel a bit down in winter – particularly when the days are short and it can get dark by 3.30pm. It helps to do something you enjoy every day. Try to keep to your usual routine and if you can’t visit friends or family, phone or Skype them regularly. If possible, go for a short walk in the middle of the day, if it’s not too cold, or at least go outside while there is daylight.
If you suffer from these, dab the swellings with calamine or witch hazel to reduce itching, but don’t scratch them as this could
If you feel down for several weeks and it’s stopping you going
cause an infection.
out, making you feel listless and lacking in energy, it’s very
To help prevent chilblains, keep your whole body warm at all times. Speak to your pharmacist for advice on treating chilblains and to your GP if you regularly get them or have diabetes.
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CHRISTMAS IN YOUR AREA Christmas is just around the corner. Here are a few events to get you into the festive spirit. Alcester Christmas Lights Switch-On
Leamington Spa Christmas Lights Switch-On
Sunday November 27th with the ceremony starting at 3.30pm. This
Sunday 20th November. Stage performances starting from 1pm.
will be a joint event with the Rotary Club who will be switching on the
Lights switch-on at 5pm. Christmas starts in Leamington Spa.
Tree of Light at the same time. Not all of the lights will be activated at
Enjoy the bustling Christmas market (provided by Sketts) along
this time as the Church Tower lights and the Church Christmas tree
the Parade from 11am and find some unique Christmas gifts
lights will be switched on by the Boy Bishop on December the 6th
before the entertainment begins at 1pm on the Touch FM stage.
and will be a part of the St Nicholas night celebrations. The Alcester Christmas lights are managed and mainly funded by a small group of volunteers. The main fundraiser is the annual Town duck race which takes place on the first Saturday in July. All are welcome to join us at the switch-on and afterwards when we will celebrate with a glass of mulled wine and just maybe the first mince pie of the season. Kenilworth Town Centre Christmas Lights Switch-On Friday 25th November 5pm to 8pm. Lights switch-on at 7pm. Kenilworth town centre hosts the first of Kenilworth’s Christmas Light Switch-On events! The now traditional charity and craft market opens on Warwick Road from 5pm – pick up a gift and support a range of good causes. Enjoy live music and entertainment at The Touch FM stage from 5pm including a performance from local X Factor contestants Belle Harmonie, before the town is lit up at 7pm. Family fairground rides and stalls provide additional festive fun and entertainment courtesy of Barkers Funfair. Kenilworth Old Town Christmas Lights Switch-On Friday 2nd December 5pm to 8pm. Lights switch-on at 6.30pm. Kenilworth’s High-Street provides the charming back drop to Kenilworth’s second Christmas Light Switch-On event. Traditional
Expect a mix of festive music and performers for all the family! The traditional carol service takes place outside the Leamington Town Hall later in the afternoon before the big switch-on at 5pm. Family fairground rides and stalls provide additional festive fun and entertainment courtesy of Barkers Funfair. Moreton-in-Marsh 9th Christmas Market Saturday 26th November 9 am to 5 pm. Over 60 stalls lining the High Street and many of the goods being hand crafted by the stall holders. This will be a great opportunity to do Christmas shopping, buy a treat and sample food and drink by local producers. Local Organisation and Charity Stalls will be in the Redesdale Hall, also from 9am and Father Christmas will join them at 1 pm until 4.30 pm in his Grotto for Children to visit him. At 4.30 pm a Carol Service, followed by the switching on of the Christmas Trees Lights will take place outside K C Shoes. There will be free parking in both Old Market Way and Train Station car parks courtesy of Cotswold District Council and Great Western Railway. Warwick Victorian Evening Thursday 24th November 5pm to 9pm. Lights switch-on at 7pm. Step
music and entertainment includes carols, brass-bands, Punch
back in time at Warwick’s world famous Victorian Evening. Revel in
and Judy , fairground rides (courtesy of Barkers funfair) and the
the atmosphere with traditional fairground rides and entertainment
ever popular Penny Arcade. Plus, for one year only, look out for
including a carousel, penny arcade, steam engine and much more.
entertainers from Medieval England as the town approaches the end
Start your Christmas shopping at the Christmas market (provided by
of its commemorations marking the 750th Anniversary of the Siege
Sketts) and take in the Christmas Tree Festival at St. Mary’s Church.
of Kenilworth. Make a visit to St. Nicholas’ Church’s annual Christmas
Enjoy family friendly entertainment on the Touch FM stage from 5pm
Tree Festival before the Christmas Lights are switch-on at 6.30pm.
as we build-up to the switch-on at 7pm.
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WIN A FESTIVE FAMILY HAMPER
WORTH £55 FROM HILLERS FARM SHOP Hillers Farm Shop has an array of delicious produce carefully selected by them from specialist suppliers to bring their
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customers the very best in fresh, quality produce that is sourced locally wherever possible. t Christmas time, the farm shop has a wondrous
buy your Poinsettias from the Garden Shop as well as other
selection of treats for the festive season. Contact the
great gardening gift ideas.
farm shop to place a Christmas order and to discuss your shopping requirements with a member of staff,
who will be happy to help.
At Hillers Gifts & Interiors, they have beautiful decorations for your festive home and presents for giving or for a little self indulgence. They have a fantastic range of Christmas cards and
At Hillers Garden Restaurant, their Christmas menu is available
stationery, contemporary jewellery to suit all budgets and many
from 2nd - 23rd December and includes many traditional
gifts and accessories including leather handbags, toiletries,
seasonal favourites. If you cannot come during the day they
gifts for men, furnishings, children’s toys and stocking fillers.
are also opening for some evenings - ideal for celebrating with colleagues, clients, family or friends. Please visit their website
Hillers Farm shop have a great selection of Hampers for
www.hillers.co.uk for full details and to download a menu.
Christmas which have been made up ready for you. They range from the Chocolate Time Hamper priced at £10.95 up to their
Christmas Trees will be on sale at The Hiller Garden from early
Family Hamper priced at £55.00. Bespoke hampers are also
December - their trees have only travelled a few miles to reach
available such as a cheese & wine hamper that can be made to
them and they have a wonderful selection of Norway Spruce
your own specifications. Please contact the Farm shop for more
and Non Drop Nordmann at competitive prices. You can also
details or visit their website www.hillers.co.uk.
Competition For your chance to win a festive family hamper worth £55 from Hillers Farm Shop, simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:
What date does the Restaurant Christmas Menu finish? Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: Hillers Farm Shop SWN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 2DP.ISSUE ClosingEIGHT date for entries is 23rd November 2016. Terms and conditions apply.
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Win tickets for Enchanted Christmas Kingdom at Hatton Adventure World! Hatton Adventure World is offering 3 family day tickets, valid for up to 4 people for ‘Enchanted Christmas Kingdom’ which returns to Hatton Adventure World every weekend
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from 26 November – 24 December and then each day from 19 – 23 December. isitors of all ages can experience a magical Christmas
to find 12 lost reindeer to win a prize! Plus there is Christmas
plus see Father Christmas in his Grotto. Well behaved
in the Farmyard and Guinea Pig Village, Festive Scales & Tails,
children will receive a Golden Key to unlock his
Christmas Carolling, Adventure Play and much more!
workshop and then choose their own present from
the vast range of high quality gifts in the toyshop. With the ‘All Day Festive Entertainment Package’, Hatton has all the special components needed for a truly fairy-tale Christmas this year. The Festive Entertainment Package includes entry to ‘Zoobee's Christmas Cracker Show’ with plenty of marvellous magic to get everyone into the festive spirit, ‘Cool Colin the Snowman’, who brings Christmas to life with his snowy story, Fun Fair Rides and Christmas Decoration Making Workshops so children can create their own family keepsake or personalise a Christmas card or wreath. Other activities include ‘Festive Friends Puppets’, the annual special Hatton show with plenty of mischievous Christmas capers and the Reindeer Quest where children have
Competition For your chance to win one of three family tickets for up to four people to the Enchanted Christmas Kingdom at Hatton Adventure World, simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:
The ‘All Day Festive Entertainment Package’ takes away the worry of finding any hidden extras as all the activities are included. Entry fees range from £9.95 to £19.95 per person. Please visit the website to book tickets and receive advanced booking discounts. Timed slots to visit Father Christmas ideally need to be pre-booked. Discounted group weekday visits are also available throughout December. Hatton Adventure World is open every day throughout the year (excluding Christmas Day and Boxing Day) from 10am to 5.30pm. For more information please visit the website at www.hattonworld.com/adventure-world
or
telephone
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Address:
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NOVEMBER Friday 4th Evesham Town Council’s Annual Bonfire & Fireworks Display Corporation Meadow Evesham WR11 4SS Cost: Ticket prices vary www.eveshamtowncouncil.gov.uk Friday 4th – Saturday 5th Little Warrior Weekends Warwick Castle Warwick CV34 4QU Cost: Ticket prices vary www.warwick-castle.com Friday 4th – Sunday 6th Stratford- upon – Avon Christmas Fayre Luddington Road Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 9SE Cost: £5 www.shakespeares-england.co.uk Saturday 5th Julian Clary: The Joy of Mincing Royal Spa Centre Newbold Terrace Leamington Spa CV32 4HN Cost: Ticket prices vary www.royalspacentreandtownhall.co.uk Round Table Kenilworth Bonfire and Fireworks Gala Kenilworth Castle Castle Green Kenilworth CV8 1NE
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Cost: Ticket prices vary www.kenilworthroundtable.com Bonfire Night The Fleece Inn The Cross Bretforton Worcestershire WR11 7JE Cost: Free www.thefleeceinn.co.uk Bonfire Night Hilltop Farm Fosse Way Leamington Spa Warwickshire CV33 9EL Cost: £3 - £5 www.hilltopfarmshop.com Saturday 5th – Saturday 19th The Two Noble Kingsman The Swan Theatre – Royal Shakespeare Company Waterside Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 7LS Cost: Ticket prices vary www.rsc.org.uk Sunday 6th The Men Who Marched Away The Loft Theatre Victoria Colonnade Leamington Spa CV31 3AA Cost: £12.50 www.loft-theatre.co.uk Warwick Rocks Chocolate Festival Market Square Market Place Warwick CV34 4BJ Cost: Free
www.shakespeares-england.co.uk Tuesday 8th NOVEMBER– Wednesday 21st January The Tempest Royal Shakespeare Company Waterside Stratford-upon-Avon Warwickshire CV37 6BB Cost: Ticket prices vary www.rsc.org.uk Thursday 10th The Catherine Tate Show – Live Butterworth Hall Warwick Arts Centre Coventry CV4 7AL Cost: £37 www.warwickartscentre.co.uk An Evening of Burlesque Belgrade Theatre Belgrade Square Coventry CV1 1GS Cost: £22.50 www.belgrade.co.uk Friday 11th – Saturday 12th Little Warrior Weekends Warwick Castle Warwick CV34 4QU Cost: Ticket prices vary www.warwick-castle.com Saturday 12th Curry and Quiz Night Talton Mill Newbold on Stour Stratford upon Avon CV37 8UG Cost: £15 www.taltonmill.co.uk
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Tuesday 15th – Saturday 19th The Witches of Eastwick The Palace Theatre Alcester Street Redditch B98 8AE Cost: Ticket prices vary www.redditchpalacetheatre.co.uk Thursday 17th Jenny Éclair - How to be an middle aged woman Royal Spa Centre Newbold Terrace Leamington Spa CV32 4HN Cost: £17.50 www.royalspacentreandtownhall.co.uk Tuesday 22nd – Friday 25th As You Like It Warwick Arts Centre Coventry CV4 7AL Cost: £9.50 www.warwickartscentre.co.uk Wednesday 23rd NOVEMBER – Saturday 7th January Dick Whittington Belgrade Theatre
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Belgrade Square Coventry CV1 1GS Cost: Ticket prices vary www.belgrade.co.uk Thursday 24th Stratford – upon – Avon Christmas Fayre Bridge Street Stratford-upon-Avon Warwickshire CV37 6AD Cost: Free www.shakespeares-england.co.uk Christmas Lights Switch On: The Valley Evesham The Valley Evesham Worcestershire WR11 4TP Cost: Free www.thevalleyshopping.co.uk Thursday 24th NOVEMBER – MONDAY 2ND JANUARY Skating at the Valley The Valley Evesham Worcestershire
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