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CANDLES AND ROOM SCENTS AUTUMN/WINTER TRENDS THE JOY OF FORAGING OCTOBER 2018 | ISSUE 182

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OCTOBER 2018

HOME & GARDEN 10

Top Tips For The Perfect Candles

and Room Scents

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Luxury Family Living at Malvern Rise

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Find Your Happy Home in Hallow

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Get Your Garden Autumn Ready

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Nature Notebook

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HEALTH & BEAUTY 24

Think Pink!

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Autumn & Winter Fashion Trends

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Competition The Elms Hotel & Spa

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Competition Brockencote Hall

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Tenbury Applefest

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Aimées Blue Hokkaido Pumpkin and Spinach Quiche

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The Joy of Foraging

GOLDEN YEARS 36

Questions About Dementia

OUR EVENTS DIARY 42

Living History

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Looking After Pets on Bonfire Night

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What’s On

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THE LATEST NEWS FROM YOUR AREA Worcestershire County Council “supports” Breast Unit Haven with recycling scheme Worcestershire County Council has launched

particularly those bought in a moment of

The funds that are raised through the scheme

a bra recycling scheme which raises funds for

extravagance or given as presents.

will help with the vital work done at the Breast

the Breast Unit Haven at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.

The provision of indoor bra recycling banks at a number of locations across Worcestershire

Unit Haven to support both men and women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

With most women having at least six bras

will allow these bras to be reused; the majority

To find out the location of the banks go to

in their drawer, but only wearing two, there

are sold to Africa, where they are considered a

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is often a need to dispose of these bras,

luxury. Those that can’t be reused are recycled.

Worcester Writer Aiming For Christmas Success Worcestershire

writer

Helen

Wendy Cooper is hoping for a berry merry response to her new book release, The Kissing Tree, written for (and sponsored by) Tenbury Mistletoe Association, the UK capitol of Mistletoe!

The book is being launched on the 1st of October, which starts off a busy tour of primary schools for Helen and an opening workshop at Kidderminster Library on the 6th of October at 10:30am (Helen’s home town). The book will feature as part of the celebrations for Tenbury Wells Mistletoe festival, on the 1st of December, with a Christmas workshop from Helen!

The Kissing Tree tells a rhyming story of Jack the Jackdaw, who is searching for love! He finds the perfect tree for Mistletoe to grow on but a Robin eats all his berries! Will Jack ever find his true love and share a mistletoe kiss?

The Kissing Tree is Helen’s sixth children’s book to be published, her other titles include Rudy the Reindeer, The Vegetarian Vampire series and SHAPE LAND. She was a judge for CITV Share a Story 2017 and BBC Radio 2’s 500 words 2018.

Helen says, “I absolutely love writing and illustrating for children. I started writing children’s books when I was 14 years old for my GCSEs and I hope all children enjoy reading my stories.”

The former military musician, PCSO and nursery nurse lives in Kidderminster with her fiancé, daughter, two cats and two tortoises!

The Kissing Tree (paperback £5.99 ISBN 978-178456-579-4) is available to order at S.E.N.S.E in Tenbury Wells, all good book shops and internet retailers or directly from www.helenwendycooper.co.uk. n n 6 | Worcestershire Now | Issue 182 | October 2018

Bonfire, Fairground and Fireworks for charity on Saturday 3 November 2018 For over 50 years volunteers from the Worcester Round Table have organised the Bonfire and Fireworks celebrations at Worcester Racecourse to raise money for local good causes and charities.

All profits made at this bonfire are distributed throughout the year but more specifically during a series of open and informal evenings for which charities can submit requests. Due to the generosity of the Worcestershire public last year we were able to support the following with over £15,000; The New Hope foundation for various projects and activities supporting children with a wide range of needs; Worcester Food Bank with food and essentials for the homeless community; Kids Cancer Charity with respite breaks for families in need; WMSAR with specialized gear and lifesaving equipment; New College Worcester with support for partially sighted children and many other local good causes We have worked hard with the firework team, security, council and fair ground owners to make this community event even more family friendly and fun for all in a safe environment.

With all of the above we still offer excellent value for money. For the first time in ten years however we did have to raise prices, but only at the gate. Tickets are therefore: Pre-purchased online (min. 24 hours) £2 for a child (<18), £5 for an adult or £12 for a family of 4 (2+2).

Purchased at the gate £2.50 for a child (<18), £6 for an adult or £15 for a family of 4 (2+2).

Gates will open at 5.30pm and the firework display will start 7.30pm on Saturday November 3rd. To accommodate the youngest visitors and keep all warm we are lighting the bonfire at 18:15. We have new rides suitable for all ages.

Therefore, we look forward to seeing you and your family and friends again this year. If you want to find out more about all the other activities we do or want to get involved then do talk to one of our members as well! n Tickets and more information are available at www.worcester.roundtable.co.uk

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HERE & NOW

A DAY OUT FOR ALL THE FAMILY Yet again there is so much to see and do at Applefest this year on October 6th; children from our local Primary Schools will be singing in the Entertainment Marquee and local girl, Shannon Flynn, will also be singing.

The usual food, drink and craft stands will be available for those who want to shop, dare we say it, ready for Christmas, and there will also be a licensed bar area and a wide selection of food to eat on the day.

We will have owls and maybe even reindeer. You can have an encounter will the animals brought along by Trevor Hill., take mini treks with Temevale Alpacas.

There will also be face painting and Juggling Mark.

This year we have the World War 100 Bell Tent and its representatives who will be dressed as a nurse and a soldier from the day and will be sharing their knowledge of rationing and the Home Front with you.

An ideal opportunity for local schools to participate towards their projects

The interest in classic vehicles continues so we shall have a selection of vehicles from owners local to Tenbury.

Entertainment throughout the day will include the Tenbury Teme Valley Band, Bandemonium, Leominster Morris Dancers, the Royal British Legion Choir and the Bromyard Town Crier.

The Apple Marquee will show over 300 varieties of apples, pears & quinces, provided by local supplier F P Matthews Ltd and The Marcher Apple Network will be on hand to Identify apple varieties and also share knowledge on growing and looking after your apple trees. Please bring 3 of each variety of the apples you want identifying.

Appleteme are also in the main marquee to press apples into delicious juice to take home and invite you to bring along your washed apples (approx. one carrier bag = 1 litre of juice) and clean containers and watch your apples being turned into juice to enjoy after the event.

Without sponsors an event like Applefest could not be possible so we extend our sincere thanks to our sponsors, as listed on the website.

David Patrick, Chair of Tenbury Applefest Association, says “Yet again we are offering a wide variety of activities, entertainment and displays for you to enjoy. We are confident that Applefest 2018 will provide a great day out for all of the family. ” We hope that you will enjoy the fabulous window displays by the town’s retailers in the run up to October 6th. Judging will take place in the week beforehand with the winners being presented with their certificates on Friday 5th October.

Admission to the fun packed day is just £3.00 with children under 16 free, gates open at 10.00 a.m on Saturday 6th October. n www.tenburyapplefest.co.uk www.facebook.com/TenburyApplefest

WORCESTER HAS AMONG THE BEST DRIVER/CYCLIST RELATIONSHIPS IN THE UK New road safety laws have been proposed which will treat cyclists who kill pedestrians in the same manner as drivers. This has caused anger within the cycling community, who see themselves as the most vulnerable road users.

In fact, Britain’s roads are full of spats between cyclists and drivers, often shared with the masses on the likes of YouTube or other social media sites thanks to the innovation of dashcam cameras and Go-Pros.

Car leasing company Cars on Demand ran a survey of 2,000 drivers and cyclists in the UK to take the pulse of what their relationships are really like and they made some surprising discoveries.

When asked how they would rank their relationship with the each other out of 10 (ten being the most harmonious, and one being the least), overall, the drivers seemed to think things were much rosier than the cyclists did. On average, British drivers ranked their relationship with cyclists as a fairly healthy 6.1/10 – however, the cyclists weren’t quite so reciprocal, rating their relationship with drivers at a lowly 4.8.

Perhaps riding a vehicle with only two wheels and no metal body protecting you makes you feel more vulnerable, and therefore less inclined to view a relationship with car drivers (who, let’s face it, can sometimes be aggressive on the roads) positively.

The nation’s capital came out with the worst overall drivers/cyclists relationships. Their combined average is just 4.5. No surprise here really, given that traffic in London is the worst in the country (this year is the tenth in a row the city has been named the worst for traffic jams, for example); and fatalities and injuries to cyclists are worryingly common.

At 5.7/10, the West Midlands, including Worcester, has among the strongest relationships between two and four wheel drivers. Drivers here rated their relationships slightly higher (5.7) than how cyclists rated drivers (5.6).

East Midlanders appear to have the most harmonious relationship on the roads – they averaged a score of 6/10.

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Luckily for us, we live in an age where

If you’ve ever been to a dinner party and had the main

there’s never been more choice or diversity

course hijacked by an overpowering candle, you’ll

in scents and styles available but caring for

know exactly how off-putting the wrong scent can be.

your candles isn’t as simple as striking a match and just

Approach candle shopping the same way you would

letting them do their thing.

approach buying a new fragrance for yourself. Consider

Beefayre’s founder, Sharon Jervis, says. “Use scent to create memories & improve mood”. “We all know the power of scent, and how it can evoke memories when least expected.

Candles are a great way of bringing such fragrances into the home, helping to build a snuggly blanket of memories

the occasion (is this a candle you’ll light when you’re entertaining or a candle just for you), the location (where are you intending to burn it? Will it be around food?) and the mood you’re trying to create (do you need a pep up or help chilling out?).

whenever the candle is lit. Candles are also a great way of

“If it’s being used around food or entertaining you should

creating memory through scent. For instance, selecting a

avoid burning florals, particularly rose and lavender, as this

signature scent for a wedding or special occasion through

can affect your palette and the food you’re eating,” says

the burning of candles, is a great way to travel back to such

Sharon. “I would recommend a citrus or woody scented

events in the days, months or even years following.”

candle for a dining setting.” Opt for citrus based candles

We asked our experts to share their expert tips on how to get the most out of your candles.

1. Choose a scent that suits the room Portmeirion’s Love Home Fragrance boasts an oriental fragrance featuring scents of red berries, white tea and exotic osmanthus flowers, leading to a sensual base of musk and vetivert. Perfect to enjoy over a home cooked meal for two, the six-piece collection includes a wax filled glass candle, wax filled glass candle with silver lid, 2 wick wax filled glass candle with silver lid, wax filled boutique tin, 200ml diffuser and a 250ml diffuser refill. n 12 | Worcestershire Now | Issue 182 | October 2018

to lift the mood and look for florals and woody scents to wind down. Beefayre’s Waggledance collection features three fragrances that have been created to provide mood boosting properties: Bee Calm - Lavender and Geranium Promotes harmony and relaxation/Bee Happy - Orange and Jasmine Uplifting and mood boosting/Bee Kind - Rosemary and Neroli Revitalizes mind, body and spirit.

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2. Avoid synthetic ingredients Just like make-up, the ingredients a candle is made from will affect the outcome, most significantly the strength of the scent the candle “throws”. The scent of a candle unlit is called the “cold throw” whilst the scent it produces after lighting is called the “hot throw”. “On average a candle with essential oils will smell better and fill a room longer with the fragrance,” says Ashley from Aromatherapy Associates. “The candle should smell a little stronger when you burn it, but this depends on if the candle has been made from essential oils or synthetic ingredients.”

Aromatherapy Associates candles – which come in our inner strength and relax scents. They have a fabulous throw, are hand poured in the UK and are made from the highest quality soy wax with unbleached cotton wicks.

3. Don’t rush the first burn There’s a reason why your candles burn unevenly - you didn’t get the first burn right! “The first burn is the most important - you need to ensure the top of the candle has completely melted before you extinguish. This is because the wax has a memory, if you leave the candle with a small rim of wax, the candle will remember to only burn to this rim.” Burn the candle for a minimum of two hours on the first burn and then no more than three hours each burn thereafter. “After three hours the candle won’t throw any more scent, so you are just wasting wax. If you haven’t lit a candle in a while don’t panic if it doesn’t smell strongly straight away. “The perfume in the top of the wax may have evaporated so it takes a longer time for the candle to

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release a scent. The Aromatherapy Associates Relax candle transforms your surroundings into a haven of calm and serenity this this exquisitely fragranced candle is infused with West Indian bay and myrrh essential oils. Whilst their Inner Strength Candle evokes a sense of calm and inner peace to your surroundings with the fortifying combination of frankincense and cardamom to inspire. This candle will create an atmosphere to uplift the senses in any room.

4. Keep your wick short Once you’ve got an even first burn under your belt, keeping a close eye on your wick is key. Trimming the wick is extremely important for the life of the candle. The wick should be kept at approximately 5mm and should be cut 2-5 times depending on the size of the candle. If your candle has black smoke when it’s lit, then you need to trim the wick. Leaving the wick long will produce dark smoke which could stain your walls or furnishings if left to burn in confined spaces like bathrooms. The Charles Farris name has always been synonymous with London candle manufacturing steeped in a heritage that dates back to 1845, Charles Farris scented candles still use the same traditional methods from the Victorian era to make the best candles for modern day – slow-burning, long lasting and of the highest quality. As a Royal warrant holder and with our distinctly British identity we love their British Expedition Candle – with warm cloves and light ginger mixed with the freshness of sweet tobacco and mint tea. n

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Luxury Family Living

at Malvern Rise

House hunters in Malvern were given the chance to see the stunning lifestyle on offer at CALA Homes’ Malvern Rise development in Leigh Sinton, as it opened the doors to its four bedroom detached showhome, The Malvern.

The launch event, which took place on Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th September, gave visitors an exclusive opportunity to take a tour of the showhome to see for themselves how it provided the perfect solution for families looking for spacious, flexible living within close proximity to excellent schools and leisure pursuits.

Situated just two miles from the picturesque town of Malvern, the exclusive development offers four and five bedroom homes which enjoy breath-taking views over the Malvern Hills. With half of the properties on the development now sold, there are a number of homes remaining, including The Malvern – a stunning four bedroom detached property.

Available from £474,950, The Malvern is a contemporary home offering spacious living across two floors. Ideal for growing families, The Malvern features ample flexible space, designed to provide each member of the family a place of their own – either through one of the four large bedrooms, the expansive kitchen/breakfast/garden room or even the study, which is tucked away on the ground floor.

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the rear garden. The adjoining garden room provides yet more space for this busy family, with a further set of French doors leading to the patio – making it light and airy.

The ground floor also features a convenient cloakroom with under stairs storage and downstairs toilet to ensure every box is ticked when considering the demands of modern, family living.

The impressive sitting room – designed for more formal family gatherings, or even a sanctuary for parents – is immersed with light from the large bay window, whilst across the hall there is a private study, providing the ideal office for working from home or for the children to complete homework. It could even be transformed into a cosy snug.

Upstairs, there are four generously sized bedrooms, providing an abundance of space for their occupiers. The Malvern offers a generous en suite master bedroom and second bedroom, both complete with fitted wardrobes. With two further bedrooms, which could be turned into a play room or a guest room, and a large family bathroom, The Malvern offers the ultimate flexible space for modern family life.

Mark Wright, Managing Director for CALA Midlands said: “Malvern Rise is an extremely popular development for house hunters

looking for stylish, contemporary homes that offer all the space required to cater for family life.

“With highly reputable primary and secondary schools in close proximity, Malvern Rise also enjoys an abundance of family attractions right on its doorstep, including country walks over the Malvern Hills. With just 50% of the properties remaining, we would urge prospective buyers to get in touch as soon as possible so not to miss their chance to view this stunning property.”

Leigh Sinton offers excellent commuter links, with the city of Worcester just six miles away and with Junction 7 of the M5 providing quick and easy access to Birmingham and Cheltenham in less than one hour. Malvern Link train station also provides regular rail services to Worcester in less than 10 minutes and Gloucester in just under an hour.

For educational needs, Leigh & Bransford Primary School is located less than one mile away and is rated as ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted. The site is also in the catchment area of two secondary schools, situated within five miles of Leigh Sinton. n For more information on Malvern Rise, visit the new showhome open daily from 10.30am to 5.00pm, call 01684 259 015 or visit www.cala.co.uk.

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Find Your Happy Home

in the Village of Hallow

Property in Worcester has seen a huge surge in popularity amongst house hunters this year, after it was named the happiest place to live in the UK and a hot spot for investment by industry experts.

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which

prospective buyers have been flocking

sits alongside the River Severn and is

to the charming village of Hallow to view

surrounded by farmland, bridleways and

Hayfield Meadow, the recently launched

Worcestershire countryside, setting the

collection of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom new homes

scene for the most superb of lifestyles.

from Hayfield Homes.

Everyday conveniences are within easy

House hunters have been delighted by the show home which launched in July, where they experienced thoughtfully designed,

walking distance, whilst the historical city of Worcester and all its vibrancy and culture are only a short drive away.

bright and spacious living spaces, with

Making the most of the outdoors at Hayfield

bespoke finishing touches and premium,

Meadow is effortless - whether it’s an early

integrated appliances perfectly suited to

morning row at Worcester’s Rowing Club,

everyday modern living.

a riding lesson at Hallow’s own equestrian

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centre or a gentle stroll along the Severn Way, there is something here for everyone!

Proving incredibly popular amongst families due to its excellent catchment area and the ‘Outstanding’ Ofsted rated schools in the immediate vicinity, Hayfield Meadow is also ideally located for those working in Worcester and Birmingham – both of which are within easy commuting distance. n Hayfield Meadow is situated on Main Road, Hallow, Worcestershire, WR2 6LD and the show home is open daily from 10am-5pm. For further information, please call 0845 052 4782 or email hayfieldmeadow@hayfieldhomes.co.uk.

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Get Your Garden

Ready For Autumn The Sue Ryder Shop offers some handy hints for autumn.

With autumn on its way and a change in the weather just around the corner, it’s time to say goodbye to summer soirees and alfresco dining for another year. The coming season brings its own unique set of challenges for your garden and with the competing pressure of the festive season, it can feel like a challenge to take care of your outdoor space without breaking the bank.

The Sue Ryder Online Shop offers the perfect solution. Run by national healthcare charity Sue Ryder, the online shop complements the offerings of the organisation’s wellloved network of high street shops. Sleek, contemporary designs meet low prices in its range of brand new products for the garden and home; think storage solutions that look as good as they are practical, and garden accessories that add a touch of cheer in the gloomier months. And you can feel good while you spend, too, as proceeds from all sales support the care Sue Ryder provides for people with life-changing conditions like cancer, heart failure and lung disease. Take a look at Sue Ryder Shop’s five top tips on preparing for the new season.

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equipment you don’t want ruined by the elements. Metal items like barbecues can rust and become discoloured, while fabric furnishings can become damaged. A smaller outdoor space might benefit from a compact shed or series of garden boxes to stow items away. The Sue Ryder Tall Wooden Sentry Shed in Grey and Small Garden Shed in Stone will fit into the most bijou of gardens and awkward of corners, and with its neutral palette and minimalist design, blend seamlessly with your garden’s ‘look’.

2. Keep your home mud-free A country walk can be a tonic for the soul during the winter months, but a pile of muddy boots on your porch post-stroll is less than desirable. One way to avoid unwanted mess in your home is to invest in an outdoor boot store. The Sue Ryder Welly Boot Storage in Grey stores up to six pairs of shoes – ideal for larger families.

3. Add a dash of year-round colour Autumn is the ideal time to sow the seeds for next spring’s daffodils, tulips and hyacinths.

But if you can’t wait until the warmer months to see some colour in the garden, a couple of Sue Ryder artificial hanging baskets will do the trick. Offering year-round colour, they won’t require the upkeep of the real thing.

4. Repair and protect fencing Give your fencing an MOT before the heavy rain and snow sets in. Check for any loose panels and repair fence posts to prevent bigger breakages. A string of hanging lights, such as Sue Ryder’s 20-Piece Lightbulb String Solar Lights, will look great weaved between the posts as a finishing touch, and come the festive season offer a subtle alternative to colourful Christmas lights.

5. Log store A store of logs can be a useful and a rustic addition to your garden, whether you’re lighting the chiminea on cooler nights or stockpiling for Bonfire Night. The Sue Ryder Log Storage in Sage, complete with a hardy asphalt roof, will keep your logs dry and save on floor space with its tall, narrow design.

As well as offering express delivery and safe and secure payments on their selection of Outdoor Living and Garden Furniture, Sue Ryder’s dedicated online shop also offers free delivery over £50, a 30-day money back guarantee and a dedicated Customer Services Team. n The full collection Sue Ryder New Goods products is available at shop.sueryder.org.

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NATURE NOTEBOOK © Tom Marshall

Over-wintering garden wildlife It’s ‘that time of year’ where many of us look to tidy up the garden before winter but if you want to help wildlife, you may be working harder than you need to.

Take the annual fall of leaves, for example.

These provide vital food for earthworms who recycle decaying organic matter into great soil for our plants. Sweep some up and pop them onto the compost heap by all means but try to leave some for the worms too. Compost heaps are wonderfully warm places for hedgehogs, toads and slow-worms to spend the winter in as well as a great place to recycle garden and food waste so if you’ve got the space why not create one? Depending on the weather, hedgehogs won’t have curled up to slumber their way through winter so there’s still time to provide a cosy home for them.

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We deadhead plants during summer in order to make our flowers send out more blooms – great for pollinating insects. As autumn turns into winter, however, stems and seedheads don’t just add structure to an otherwise bare garden; they can also provide vital overwintering space for eggs, larvae and adult insects. Before you ask ‘eugh, why would I want those’, have a think about what they could be.

Many insects should be welcomed by gardeners as they provide a natural form of predator control – adult ladybirds and their larvae, for example, will munch their way through aphids. If deadheading is all you can think about, pop your cuttings into a safe corner of the garden to give everything a fighting chance

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of making it through to next spring. If you’re cutting back a tree, pile the branches and logs in a corner of the garden to provide a refuge for lots of beneficial creepy crawlies.

This is the season for cleaning out bird boxes or to install one if you haven’t already. The boxes themselves will only have nests in once the breeding season gets into full swing but they’ll provide much needed shelter from the elements during winter.

If you’re up for a bigger project, now’s the time to plan a wildlife pond – the next few months are the perfect time to create one and it’ll be ready for wildlife to move in as spring arrives. Don’t panic about size small ponds can be used by birds for drinking and bathing whereas larger ones with a mix of deeper and shallower areas could be used by dragonflies and even by frogs.

For ideas and inspiration on how to help wildlife in your garden, visit www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/ gardening-factsheets Don’t forget that if you’re doing something for wildlife, you can help us to turn Worcestershire wild – visit our Pledge a Patch webpage to find out more www.worcswildlifetrust.co.uk/pledgeapatch n Wendy Carter, Worcestershire Wildlife Trust

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Think Pink!

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Autumn & Winter

Fashion Trends

The high street fashions have changed a lot over the last year or so and we are seeing new silhouettes, cuts and shapes in the clothes available. When it all changes it is sometimes a bit tricky to know what will work for you, which items make good investments and how to put them together. Here’s an overview of the 5 new trends: Modern Tailoring: Suits, coats and jackets with strong shoulder lines are well and truly here with this look. Slightly androgynous and oversized cuts give an 80s feel to work wear and items that can be worn with jeans and knitwear for a smart casual look.

have noticed there has been a gentle drift on the high street towards 80s fashion. Well now it’s unmistakeably here and you’ll find them in party wear with strong shoulder silhouettes and lots of sequins and high shine satins.

Look out for dresses, jump suits and blouses and ‘80s silhouette velvet jackets.

for you might be ‘delicate’ for your friend.

Checks and stripes: Having disappeared from the high street for some time, these are everywhere and on everything. For a bang on trend look try mixing them up. You’ll find a range of pattern scales and colour ways including some fun brights for the coming season.

If clothes make the man, then accessories definitely make the woman It’s easy to think that accessories are the precious necklaces you wear to go somewhere special. But extras like that beautiful belt or hair slide will make you feel great every day, even if you’re just nipping to the shops.

we want other people to focus on what we

Animal Instinct: Pretty much every animal print you can think of is on trend this season.

You’ll find them on jersey dresses, knitwear, chiffon blouses, hand bags and shoes. Look out for some interesting colour ways and team items with leather and faux fur for a contemporary look.

Boho Chic: This soft feminine trend is here in floaty paisleys and florals in a variety of print scales. Look out for party wear, dresses and blouses in velvet and satin with embellished details. Team blouses with jeans for a more casual look and layer items up for when it gets cooler.

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Here’s our quick guide on why these little extras make a big difference and how to spot the perfect ones for you.

Once you realise this, shopping becomes so much easier and more successful.

Highlight the bits you love Accessories are brilliant at drawing the eye to where we want it to go and away from the bits that we are not so fond of. Often call the ‘communication triangle’, the area around the face.

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necklaces. But there might be times when you want to shift attention elsewhere, with a gorgeous belt or a pair of shoes in a wow colour. Little touches in the right places create visual proportion and balance – and make you feel fantastic.

Know what you really like Are you drawn to sparkle or shine? Or things that are textured or well proportioned and smooth? You’ll save time and money if you know exactly what works for your body shape and makes you feel great. Some people want more bling to look amazing. Others prefer a simpler, pared-back look.

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Accessories will transform any outfit and take it from day to evening. So if you’re dropping off the children (or grandchildren) to go somewhere special, and don’t have time to change, just add a stunning scarf, necklace or belt. Hello to instant loveliness. n Jane Brook, House of Colour Tel: 07070 293341

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Competition THE ELMS HOTEL & SPA

The Elms is a luxury hotel and spa retreat nestled in the rolling Worcestershire countryside. We have 23 tastefully designed and super comfortable bedrooms and suites. Our award-winning spa is built for indulgence and relaxation. Our Brookes restaurant has just been awarded two AA rosettes and is an elegant place to enjoy honest cooking, using only the best of British ingredients.

Kick back and feel at home in our lovely lounges and bar.

The Spa at the Elms has just been awarded a 4 bubble rating from the Good Spa Guide and is the perfect place to escape and unwind, it is equipped with a 12-metre indoor swimming pool, and an indoor/outdoor hydro pool which is fabulous in the day but as the darker nights set in itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also lovely in the evenings as you can sit out and look up at the stars whilst enjoying a glass of prosecco. There are also two steam rooms, one with refreshing apple essence and the other with Eucalyptus which offers a range of wellbeing benefits, if you

prefer a dry heat we have a cedar wood sauna with a view out to the gardens, a rainforest experience shower and ice fountain for hot and cold therapy to increase the blood flow and ease muscle aches and pains, all of this can be found in our Thermal Retreat.

After a relaxing treatment with our experienced therapists you can make use of our peaceful rooftop terrace or tranquil relaxation room and for those who want a bit of exercise before their relaxation we have a fitness suite and a tennis court with equipment available to hire free of charge. If guests fancied a spot of lunch or afternoon tea they are able to enjoy this in our garden cafĂŠ, and our guests can remain comfortable in their robes.

We offer a range of different spa days and also overnight spa breaks for any occasion to be enjoyed with friends, and family.

The friendly team of staff are looking forward to welcoming you to our idyllic corner of middle England. n

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To be in with a chance of winning a Spa Day for two at The Elms, which includes full Spa access, fluffy robe, flip flops and towel, 30 minute treatment of choice, light lunch and a glass of fizz in the Garden Cafe simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:

What British Product Brand does The Spa at The Elms use?

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Competition BROCKENCOTE HALL

Brockencote Hall is a peaceful country getaway with stunning rural surroundings near the idyllic British village of Chaddesley Corbett. Complete with 4 AA red star service, 3 AA rosette dining and a welcoming team of hospitality professionals who will take care of your every wish whilst visiting.

Our Victorian country manor house hotel is set in 70 acres of beautiful parkland, complete with a scenic lake, tennis court and restored dovecote. A fountain adorns the approach, and the landscaped terrace is the perfect spot to catch some sun.

The private dining rooms, restaurant and public areas are classically decorated in

gentle greys, lavenders and damson velvets and the cosy library is an ideal spot for afternoon tea in front of the fire.

evening. Peruse our floor to ceiling wine

Our 3 AA Rosette restaurant, headed up by our talented head chef Tim Jenkins, is the perfect place for a fine dining experience.

Or why not drop by for a spot of afternoon tea with friends and family? We have ceiling to floor wine walls and a relaxed bar with open countryside views, perfect for relaxing with a cocktail and canapés after a day of discovering the beautiful Malvern Hills.

back, relax and enjoy the atmosphere.

Brockencote’s striking French colonial inspired lounge, with its magnificent carved oak bar and near panoramic views over the grounds, is a superb place to spend an

To be in with a chance of winning dinner for four people in Brockencote Hall’s Chaddelsey Restaurant simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:

How many AA Rosettes does Brockencote Hall’s restaurant have?

Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: Brockencote WN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 2DP. Closing date for entries is 17th October 2018. Dinner to be taken Sunday - Thursday.

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walls in the Chaddesley Restaurant, choose a glass of something rather special and sit

When you stay at Brockencote you truly will feel like you have escaped the hectic pace of everyday life, yet the hotel is conveniently near to major local shopping destinations. n Brockencote Hall Hotel Chaddesley Corbett, Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY10 4PY T: 01562 777876 E: info@brockencotehall.com www.brockencotehall.com

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FOOD & DRINK

Aimées Blue Hokkaido Pumpkin and Spinach Quiche

with Rosemary Shortcrust Pastry

Ingredients

Method

For the Pastry • 250g Salted Butter - Diced • 3 Eggs • 500g Plain Flour • Bunch of Rosemary

1. Rub flour and butter together to form

For the Filling • Pumpkin • 1 Bag of Washed Spinach • 5 Eggs • Glug of Cream • Salt and Pepper

breadcrumbs (Or use a paddle if you are using

6. Meanwhile, dice pumpkin, whisk eggs, cream, salt and pepper together

a machine)

7. Once pastry is cooked, add spinach and pumpkin and pour egg mixture over

2. Chop the Rosemary finely, add to the mixture

8. You can add grated cheddar to the top if you like

3. Add the eggs to combine

9. Bake at 180°C until the mixture is set (approx.

30 minutes)

4. Wrap in clingfilm and leave to rest for 15 mins in the fridge 5. Once rested, roll out, approx. 1” bigger than the dish, blind bake at 180 deg until pastry is golden (approx. 15/20 mins)

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The Joy of Foraging OK. So rainy days in the woods aren’t for every food lover, but if you love mushrooms and the outdoors too then maybe we can brighten up those rainy days for you.

Most people start to get a bit glum as summer is coming to its end, but though we love the sun, autumn is the season that really gets us going. We look forward to rainy days at the beginning of September, because foraging for tasty mushrooms is our passion! The majority of those tasty mushrooms grow in autumn and they grow in abundance with the help of a few good showers.

Different types of mushrooms come up at different times of the year. Tasty and beautiful scarlet elf cups can be seen, along with blewits and velvet shanks through winter. St Georges mushrooms, fairy ring champignons and Oyster mushrooms are all common in spring, and summer brings plenty of Field mushrooms, Giant puffballs, Parasols and more... But autumn is when the woodland mushroom show really begins; with thousands of species coming into fruit. In Spring and Summer we find most of our edible mushrooms in meadows or on trees and tree stumps, as there really aren’t many mushrooms growing in the woods in those seasons, but that all changes around the first rains in September.

This does depend slightly on where you are in the country as mushrooms react to slight changes in temperature and moisture levels, both of which vary as you go further north. For example we are confident of finding Chanterelles in the Peak District (midlands) every time we go there in August. In Scotland mushrooms like Chanterelles and Ceps can be found quite regularly from June onwards, but in the South we have to generally wait for the first good rain in September to find those sorts of prizes.

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A few simple tips for foraging in autumn Go Outside! 2 or 3 days after a good rain shower is best for mushrooms.

Check the trees in your area; look for older mature trees, especially Beech and Oak, as these will have the widest variety of fungus growing with them.

Look in the same place twice! Just because there aren’t mushrooms in your woods one week, it doesn’t mean they won’t be there next time!

Dress appropriately for the weather!

Get a dehydrator, or learn to dehydrate mushrooms in your oven as the flavour of many is enhanced when dried and drying them is the best way to store them long term.

Never eat anything without confirming its identification in at least 3 separate sources.

Remember where and when you find your mushrooms, and go back to the same spots each year.

When driving an emergency stop at 50 miles per hour after you’ve seen a mushroom is not safe foraging!

When starting out. Go on a course where a tutor can give you a hands-on experience, identifying and picking mushrooms. This is the best way to learn the basics and build confidence.

It’s not all about mushrooms in autumn. Don’t overlook the simple hazelnuts, blackberries, damsons, apples and pears, haw berries, sweet chestnuts and elder berries!

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What is Dementia?

people with the condition over the next few years. In

Is it the same as Alzheimers?

the UK, there are 850,000 people with dementia today

Dementia and Alzheimer’s are not the

and we expect there to be more than 1.1 million people

same thing but they are closely linked. Dementia is a condition which describes a set of symptoms which might include memory loss, mood changes or problems with communication and reasoning. The most common form of dementia is Alzheimer’s Disease, which is a disease of the brain. However, there are dozens of other types of dementia such as Vascular Dementia or Dementia with Lewy Bodies. Alzheimer’s Society is committed to ensuring the rights of people affected by dementia are recognised and until the day we find a cure, we will be here to support anyone affected by any type of dementia.

Is dementia an increasing problem?

with the condition by 2025.

How can I avoid getting dementia?

Dementia is caused by diseases of the brain and anyone can develop it. However, there are steps we can all take to reduce our risk of developing the condition. Research has shown that your risk of developing dementia increases significantly if you smoke, are obese, have high blood pressure or have high cholesterol. Regular exercise has been shown to lower the risk of developing dementia, as well as reducing the amount of salt in your diet. Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables provides your body with high levels of antioxidants which may help to protect

Whilst dementia doesn’t just affect older people, your

against some of the damage to brain cells associated

risk of developing the condition does increase with

with Alzheimer’s Disease.

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What should I do if I’m worried about my memory?

Memory loss isn’t the only symptom of dementia but if you are concerned then we advise people to visit their GP. Other symptoms might include mood swings, becoming withdrawn and having difficulty with communication.

Do bear in mind that everyone experiences occasional lapses in concentration such as forgetting where we have parked the car or where we have left our keys.

Our advice is to seek professional advice when memory loss starts to frequently interfere with your daily life.

Alzheimer’s Society believes that with the right support it is possible to live well with the condition.

Where can I find out more?

What help is available to people with dementia and carers?

We want everyone affected by dementia to know that whoever you are, whatever you are going through, you can turn to Alzheimer’s Society for support, help and advice. We are the UK’s leading dementia charity, working tirelessly to challenge perceptions, fund research and improve and provide care and support.

We can also put people in touch with local support groups provided by other organisations.

Tony Refson

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You can contact Alzheimer’s Society national helpline on 0300 222 11 22 can point you in the direction of our other local offices. Our website is also a valuable source of information about dementia (alzheimers. org.uk) and we have dozens of useful videos at youtube.com/alzheimerssociety which show real life examples of people living well with the condition.

You can also become a Dementia Friend by visiting dementiafriends.org.uk. Dementia Friends is the biggest ever initiative to change people’s perceptions of dementia. It aims to transform the way the nation acts, thinks and talks about the condition. n

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LIVING HISTORY

Broadway Museum

Teasing Out a Village’s History “Ambitious, Vibrant, a Gem!” Broadway Museum’s vision is to strengthen community and inspire locally, nationally and internationally. And they do, in many ways.

Steadily the Museum is interpreting its 1659 building one of England’s first stage coaching inns, so called because it received passengers travelling in segments or “stages” of 10 to 15 miles. At the Angel Inn horses would have been changed and travellers sold a meal or a drink. There were curiously few bedrooms.

That may well have been because the Broadway stage was originally an early evening stage on the time table.

Being on a Drover’s route the roads at this time were often full during the day of cattle and sheep. It’s interesting that the owner of the Angel in 1700, Francis Phipps, purchased the ‘Inn across the Street’ the White Hart now known as the Lygon Arms for £159 from the dyer Walter Parry. Stage coaching was increasing in popularity. Did he now need to offer overnight accommodation? Teasing out such answers is a daily challenge.

It’s 4 years since the Museum opened. The quality of the offer and the introduction of Broadway artefacts and their interpretation are evolving nicely. It’s not every day the public can walk into a 17th century building so very little changed.

Through a recent chance email they learnt more about Thomas Mann who erected a silk mill in Broadway.

Thomas was registered in the Broadway directory of 1820 as a silk thrower. The mill in was established in 1810 but closed in 1864 as the industry declined when the levy on imported silk was imposed around 1860. The remains still stand near West End farm.

The village of Broadway has stories to tell: a story of ancient settlements, prosperity from wool, medieval

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links nationally and internationally. High drama during the Civil War replaced high activity when it became a stage on the second coaching route from London (to Ireland). From its low period, following the demise of coaching evolved a significant 19th century Art Colony. A country house hotel replaced a beer seller, international early 20th century tourism arrived as did the railway, a popular centre for Antiques and now Art was born.

The Museum is helping to tell those stories and more. Its regular offer is enhanced by the range and inspirational quality of its changing special exhibitions. At the moment they have two special exhibitions running until mid-September: John Nootts’ Art of the Great War 1914-1918 An exquisite exhibition showing the humour as well as the horror, on the front line and the home front. This exhibition is a fantastic curated mix of original art and prints, by both official war artists and amateurs Blink and You’ll Miss It: Micro-Sculptures in the Eye of a Needle Micro-sculptures by internationally renowned Willard Wigan MBE. n broadwaymuseum.org.uk Open Tuesday – Saturday 10am – 5pm Shorty extending to seven days a week

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Looking After Pets

On Bonfire Night Eight million pets suffer fireworks misery. Vet charity PDSA urges early action to tackle pets’ fears

With over seven million* firework-phobic pets in the UK this year’s National Pet Show focuses on pet welfare, and the PDSA is passionate about raising awareness for how pet owners can prevent and reduce anxiety in their animals. If your pet reacts badly to the loud noises and flashes, then taking action now and getting them ready for bonfire night could prevent misery and suffering in the future.

PDSA Vet Olivia Anderson-Nathan said: “Anyone who has had a pet that suffers from fireworks phobia will know how challenging it can be. Pets have very good hearing so, for them, the loud bangs can be terrifying. Many shake with fear or hide away and in the worst cases they can toilet in the house, destroy furniture, and even cause themselves physical injury if they panic or run away.”

Olivia advises any owners with firework-phobic pets to take action as early as possible. Here are her top tips: • Buy a CD that mimics similar sounds to fireworks and gradually introduce your pet to these noises. Begin with playing the CD on a low volume to slowly introduce them to the sound, and remain calm and act natural. Reward your pet when they remain calm, and if they become anxious then stop immediately and try again later with a lower volume. Once they consistently show no reaction, very gradually increase the volume and length of time you play the noises over a period of several weeks.

• Build a fireworks den for your pet several weeks ahead – this should be somewhere they already feel safe. For dogs this may be behind the sofa or under a table – cover it with blankets and line it with pillows to reduce any sound. Cats often feel safest when high up, so a safely secured cat bed on a shelf or wardrobe may be their preferred option. Don’t force them to use this, but leave them some healthy treats there and reward them when they do, so they build a positive association.

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undetectable to humans, but have a calming, reassuring effect on our pets. They are available for dogs and cats, and can be used for several weeks leading up to fireworks season.

• If you have a young pet who will be experiencing fireworks for the first time, then how that first experience goes (including how you react), can affect how they feel about fireworks for the rest of their life. Read up on the process of socialisation, which is when young pets are introduced to a variety of people, objects, sounds and experiences during their first few months. When done correctly, this can significantly reduce the likelihood of anxiety developing in later life.

• For severe phobias, we recommend speaking to your vet, who will be able to discuss various options including referral to an accredited behaviourist.

For more pet welfare, visit this year’s National Pet Show on 3rd and 4th November, and a host of experts – including the PDSA – will be on hand to offer you support, including expert tips on how to help your pets feel happier at what can be a stressful time of year.

Olivia continued: “We can’t avoid fireworks altogether, but with some advance preparation following some simple steps, owners can make a big difference to the amount of anxiety and stress our pets’ experience.” n Visit www.pdsa.org.uk/fireworksready or visit the PDSA Petsurance stand at The National Pet Show on 3rd and 4th November at the NEC Birmingham. You can pick up your tickets for the show at www.thenationalpetshow.com * Figures taken from the PDSA Animal Wellbeing (PAW) Report 2018. The total sample size was 4,639 pet owners aged 18+ who live within the UK. Fieldwork was undertaken between 9th and 19th of January 2018. The survey was carried out online and with owners of cats, dogs and rabbits interviewed via YouGov’s online research panel. The figures have been weighted to be representative of the population by pet species and the owner’s gender, age and geographic region.

40% of dog owners reported their dog is afraid of fireworks, the estimated dog population that year was 8.9 million dogs. 34% of cat owners reported that their cat is afraid of fireworks, the estimated cat population that year was 11.1 million cats.

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OUR GUIDE TO THE BEST EVENTS THIS MONTH

Tuesday 2nd

Guess How Much I Love You The Swan Theatre

OCTOBER Tuesday 2nd

WR1 3ED. 7:30pm-10:30pm. A ‘Fantastic’

be found at www.writers-toolkit.co.uk). The

new show featuring the best of George,

workshop will be held in The Commandery,

Andrew, Pepsi and Shirlie with sensational

Sidbury, Worcester and is open to all writers

Guess How Much I Love You

vocals, choreography, costumes and an

from beginners to the more experienced.

The Swan Theatre, The Moors, WR1

awesome live band. Can it really be 37

The fee includes tea, coffee and home-

3ED. 4:30pm-5:30pm. Watch Little & Big

years since George Michael and Andrew

made cake. We hope many will join us for

Nutbrown Hare settle down after a bedtime

Ridgeley formed one of the most enduring

what promises to be an interesting and

story and re-awaken to discover the delights

pop groups of the 80s? In four short years

enjoyable morning. Please ring Christine on

and colours of each season as they compete

WHAM! sold more than 28 million records,

01905 358640 or email her on seashells84@

to measure their love for each other in this

topping the charts with three albums, four

sky.com to book your place. Payment can

timeless loveable story. Explore this playful

number one singles and eleven top ten

be made in advance by cheque made out

story of love and nature as it unfolds on

hits. They featured in the Live Aid concert

to The Battle of Worcester Society or on

stage through puppets, live music and

of 1985 and were the first western pop

the day by cash or cheque. Cost is £20 per

interactive play for children 3 years and up.

group to ever tour in China. Their impact

person.

Running time 50mins with no interval. For

and influence on the 80s era and music

tickets call 01905 611427

today really cannot be over emphasised.

Friday 12th

The Best of WHAM! Show includes all those

John Denton’s Midnight Band

Thursday 4th – Sunday 7th

hits, a few B side favourites and a couple

Huntington Hall, Crowngate, Worcester,

Worcester Stands Tall - Farewell Event

of early George Michael bonus songs. This

WR1 3LD. 7:30pm-10pm. Singer, songwriter

Worcester Cathedral, 8 College Yard,

fun-loving, vibrant, megamix tribute to the

and guitarist John Denton returns to the

Worcester,

Say

pop sensation of the 80s will be loved by

Hall with his Midnight Band, featuring Colin

‘goodbye’ to all our giant giraffes and

‘Young Guns’ of all ages, so come along to

Warren on bass, Alan Davies on guitar,

calves before they trot out of Worcester to

the ‘Club Tropicana’ (*Sorry. Drinks not free.)

Robin Powell on keyboards and Morris

their forever homes. See all 57 sculptures

Tickets £24.50

Windsor on drums, plus a special guest

WR1

2L.

10am-6pm.

appearance by Dave Smith, one of the

together for the first (and last!) time in a spectacular display at Worcester Cathedral’s

Saturday 6th

Midlands’ finest blues harmonica players.

Chapter House. Stick your neck out and

Creative Writing Workshop

John will apply his soulful, blues-inflected

celebrate the end of a giraffe-tastic summer

The Commandery, Worcester, WR1 2HU.

voice to a selection of self-penned songs

with Worcester Stands Tall!

10:30am-1:30pm. Local writer Sue Johnson

– from his album Jupiter and the Crescent

www.worcesterstandstall.co.uk/farewell

is holding a Creative Writing Workshop

Moon and new material – plus songs by the

for the Battle of Worcester Society. Sue is

likes of Billie Holliday, Robben Ford, Lowell

Friday 5th

published as a poet, short story writer and

George and Steely Dan’s Becker and Fagen.

The Best of WHAM!

novelist and is a Writing Magazine Home

Eclectic, cool and laid-back, perfect for

The Swan Theatre, The Moors, Worcester,

Study Tutor. (Further details of her work can

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Birmingham Indoor International Tattoo

24th November 2018 - £42.00 Per Adult/Senior £37.00 Per Child. Britain’s biggest Indoor International Tattoo, with over 1,000 performers, bringing together marching bands & exciting displays, world class performers will join local groups to create a spectacle for all the family. We have the best available tickets in block 3, lower tier.

Windsor Castle and Afternoon Tea at The Harte & Garter Hotel

29th November 2018 - £59.50 Per Person. Travel only price £22.50 per person. Includes entrance to Megan Markle Wedding Dress Exhibition, Castle and Grounds.

Abbey-Cwm-Hir Hall

4th December 2018 - £39.50 Per Person. As amazing way to start our Christmas, this grade II gothic revival property near Llandridnod Wells, is the only house in the UK to have all 52 rooms decorated to individual themes for Christmas.

Includes house tour and tea & mince pies.

Christmas Longleat Festival of Light

11th December 2018 - £49.50 Per Person. Set in the stunning parkland of Longleat House. The festival of light is held every year, featuring giant Chinese Lanterns across acres of gardens. Visit the house dressed for Christmas.

We will tour the safari park. Included admission to house & gardens, Safari Park, Festival of Light, please note: Only ground floor rooms are open during the Christmas period 3th December 2018.

Elf Christmas Spectacular Genting Arena, Matinee Performance Toy Shop Block 7, Lower Tier

22nd December 2018 - £62.00 Per Person. The cast features Father Christmas and a line-up of 70 performers, including children from local stage schools. The big special effects lined-up are incredible, including a giant sleigh which will fly across the arena, an indoor snow blizzard and lots of skating which all adds to this perfect Christmas story.

Dance Those Magical Musicals with Anton & Erin at the Birmingham Symphony

Saturday Matinee 14:30, 26th January 2019 - £67.75 Per Person. The world of ballroom meets musical theatre with Anton & Erin – Dance Those Magical Musicals – their brandnew tour for 2019. Stalls T to X – Makes a great Christmas gift.

Local Pick-up Points: Worcester, Droitwich, Bromsgrove & Redditch

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What's On an early autumn evening! For tickets call 01905 611427

Saturday 13th Severn Valley Walk 7am-5:30pm. Choose from either a 4, 7 or 14 mile walk with a return journey on the iconic Severn Valley steam train. All routes start from Severn Valley Railway Bewdley station walking along the Severn Way with autumnal views, spotting the steam trains along the way. Registrations are now open, look out for the early bird rates which will include your return train ticket. Dogs are welcome and will need to be registered for their very own doggie train ticket too. Pledge to raise a minimum of £30 sponsorship to support our free specialist care. Kindly sponsored by OGL Computer Kindly supported by Severn Valley Railway. Tickets £21.79. www.strichards.org.uk/severn-valley-walk

Saturday 20th & Sunday 21st PAW Patrol Visit Severn Valley Railway. 10am-6pm. Ride out into the countryside on one of our trains and see PAW Patrol’s Marshall & Rubble! Come along to see Marshall & Rubble who will appear at regular intervals throughout the day at The Engine House, our Visitor Centre at Highley. The Animal Man is in attendance and Magic Shows will also be taking place with A Box of Tricks. Your ticket includes: Guaranteed seat on your first departure from Kidderminster or Bridgnorth; Entry into The Engine House at Highley where Marshall & Rubble will be appearing at 25 minute intervals; Join our magic shows with A Box of Tricks; See some amazing critters and creepy crawlies with The Animal Man; The ticket permits travel on the Railway for the whole day, so you have the opportunity to ride on as many other trains during the day after your first outward trip. Kidderminster departures: 10.15am, 11.35am & 12.55pm.

Bridgnorth departures: 10.45am, 12.05pm & 1.25pm. Adults/Seniors: £21. Children (aged 2-15): £14. Family: £59 (2 adults + 4 children). Tickets available soon! www.svr.co.uk/PAWPatrol

Saturday 27th – Wednesday 31st Halloween Torchlit Pumpkin Walk Bodenham Arboretum, Sladd Lane, Kidderminster, DY11 5TB. 5pm-7:30pm. n 48 | Worcestershire Now | Issue 182 | October 2018

Saturday 27th – Wednesday 31st Halloween Torchlit Pumpkin Walk Bodenham Arboretum Enjoy a torchlit walk around the Big Pool at Bodenham Arboretum, spotting the pumpkins and trying to work out the hidden word, before finishing up on the lakeside terrace for fun activities such as... Cooking marshmallows on the camp fire; Make a spooky spider or wand at the craft table; Scary Ghost Stories and apple bobbing!

The restaurant will also be open to purchase homemade soup, jacket potatoes and warm drinks. Tickets £4 each (Adults and Children over 2 years. Under 2s free of charge) - plus booking fee. Tickets go on sale 1st August.

Please see link below to book your tickets.

Early booking is recommended to avoid disappointment! Don’t forget your: print out of your ticket; Torches; Carved pumpkin for the competition and fancy dress (though if cold you may want to put this over your nice warm clothes). Also please be aware that if cooking marshmallows by the fire that some costumes are highly flammable!). All children to be accompanied by a responsible adult. www.ticketsource.co.uk/bodenhamarboretum

Sunday 28th St Richard’s Hospice – Halloween Run 2018 2pm-5pm. Join us for our spooktacular Halloween run in the Worcester Woods country park. A choice of 2.5K and 5K routes will be available on the day of the event, with plenty of trick or treat stations along the route.

Be prepared for ghouls, ghosts, slime and sweet treats. There will be prizes for the best fancy dress and additional activities to get involved with. Each participant will get a special bag to collect their treats and a certificate for completing the run or walk. Registration Fee: 5K or 2.5K route - Adults: £12.00, 4 years and above: £6, 3 years and under: free. With a pledge to raise as much as possible. The money raised through sponsorship and donations makes a huge difference to the patients and families that we care for. There is no minimum amount, any money raised is greatly appreciated. For more information, please call 01905 763963, email

kjohns@strichards.org.uk

or

www.strichards.org.uk/halloweenrun

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KEEPING ACTIVE

Start / Finish: The Walk starts and ends at Evesham Railway Station.

Public Transport: Nearest railway station is at Evesham. Please use ‘Traveline’.

Bus Station is 10 mins walk from Railway Station.

Parking: Street parking in the vicinity, please park sensitively.

O/S Map: Explorer 205 Distance: The main walk is 7.5 miles (plus optional extra mile into Offenham).

Shorter walk 5 miles. (see ‘sketch-map’ and notes).

Vale of Evesham

Out to Offenham

Time: Allow all day so that you can spend some time exploring.

Refreshments: There are numerous eating places in Evesham and plenty of picnic spots. Stock up on food before you leave Evesham.

Terrain: The route is a mixture of level sections and gradual gradients, no really steep climbs involved. Waterproof boots or comfortable ‘Wellies’ are essential in winter or wet weather. There are several kiss-gates and narrow paths so the walk is unsuitable for wheelchair users and pushchairs but Evesham is ‘wheelfriendly’ and the River Avon is accessible from The Abbey Park.

History: There are orchards old and new all along the route - some have survived from what was a boom industry in apples, pears and plums. There is a recent revival in the planting of new orchards on the sunny slopes of the Avon.

The restored tower and a perimeter wall are all that remain of the extensive Evesham Abbey. This is a useful landmark and features in the painting.

Note: Shorter walk starts and ends at railway station. Marked on sketch-map with pink dots between points 1 and 4 on outward walk, retracing route back to point 10 on town side of river bridge then follows main walk back to station.

1. Main walk starts at Evesham railway station. Turn right towards town. Walk on left of road as you approach Market Square to get channelled through arch into Bridge Street. Turn left and walk down to ‘Workman’s Bridge over River Avon.

2. Cross river (notice WC on right). Walk up Port Street. Turn left along Castle Street. Turn right up ‘Lower Leys’. Cross Burford Road to ‘The Leys’. Climb gently up to Northwick Road, turn left then right up Lime Street and walk up to King’s Road. Cross over and continue up Lime Street to Elm Road (B4035) at Bengeworth.

3. Cross to Badsey Lane and walk to far end where it has been severed

by A46. Walk down path at end and cross A46 with care.

4. Continue walking down Badsey Lane for 50 yards to right of way through/round barrier on left. Walk short distance to grass trackway on right, fenced both sides. Walk through several large gates along track, through old orchard via stiles, over brook and alongside orchards, crossing several stiles, almost to Badsey. (Note: Don’t cross bridge unless you want to visit shops or pub in Badsey). Follow track with Badsey Brook on right as far as main road. Cross Bridge over Badsey Brook. (notice ‘ford’ alongside bridge).

5. Once over bridge take footpath on left with Badsey Brook on left.

Cross footbridge on left and walk along Mill Lane (noting Chapel Lane) into Aldington (worth a glimpse). Return to Chapel Lane and follow bridleway. Shortly Badsey Brook flows into Broadway Brook that has risen on slopes of nearby Broadway Hill.

6. Follow bridleway ‘right’, beneath railway line between Oxford and Worcester. Continue walking to end of field. Climb up to road, cross bridge then turn left along path with Broadway Brook on left. Path gradually veers away from brook and goes ‘right’ between large greenhouses up onto Station Road. Turn left to junction with ‘Boat Lane’ and turning to Offenham. (Optional extension into ‘Offenham’ itself and back)

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7. Turn left opposite Offenham turning and over Broadway Brook.

Keep along track past solar panels and turn through 90 degrees right then to left and up to main road.

8. Cross A46 to path opposite leading to footbridge across railway.

9. Turn immediately right along ‘Shakespeare’s Avon Way’ alongside railway for short distance then left along old trackway. Cross to ‘JonaGold Place’, past school, down old footpath ‘Philipscote’ behind barrier to exit on Burford Road which leads to Port Street.

10. Turn right to cross River Avon, past Methodist Church. Then right.

Look for riverside path on right and follow river along for 1/3 mile.

Just before railway bridge go up steps on left and through estate road to footpath alongside railway into St. Mary’s Road. Cross to Evesham Station where walk ends. n Written and illustrated by Glynis Dray

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