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Jill Warren gives us some tips on choosing the perfect fireplace
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Hafren Furnishers celebrate 50 years in business
A Little Autumn Anarchy by Herefordshire Wildlife Trust
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TICKLED PINK BEAUTY
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Beautifully light chocolate, cherry and coffee cakes by John Whaite
october 2015
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Exploring the old Railway Line
A to Z of computing
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For many homeowners, there Is nothing like a bit of charm and character to make them fall in love with a property
FIREPLACE TRENDS When the wind is howling outside and the rain
is lashing at the windows, there's simply nothing better than snuggling up by a nice warm fire.
Adding character, charm and warmth to your
property, fires and stoves make a fantastic focal point in any room.
A
fireplace can add the perfect finishing touch or provide the corner stone to your home but there are many factors for you to think through beyond the
aesthetic. You need to consider the physical size of the fire, fireplace or appliance as well as the heat output. Is the fire or heating appliance to provide a primary or secondary heat source? Also consider the quality, the cost in terms of the initial outlay and of equal importance, the running costs
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Electric fires are safe, whilst being both easy to install and maintain.
in both fuel and regular necessary
to bedrooms as well, but apply the
Considering your space
maintenance. There is little point in
same criteria.
Once you’ve decided on your fuel,
having a beautiful fireplace, stove or heating appliance which is inefficient and too expensive to run and which either overheats or inadequately heats
your
home
and
doesn’t
accommodate your lifestyle.
to keep your home feeling snug no matter what the weather outside. wood
and
coal
burning
fireplaces, electric wall mounted fires don't require a chimney so can be installed virtually anywhere in your home. Choose from traditional open fireplaces or opt for an eye-catching electric stove to add a great central
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When choosing fire surrounds and suites, it’s important to consider what fuel you want to use:
both easy to install and maintain.
B Gas
fires
delivering
are
more
more
efficient,
warmth
and
clean, instant heat.
B Solid
need to ensure that it’s big enough to heat your room effectively, without roasting you and your family! So size matters.
B Electric fires are safe, whilst being
Free standing or inset fires will help
Unlike
think about the size and output you
Choosing the right fuel
Fire surrounds and suites come in all varieties, styles and shapes – the style you choose is very much dependent on the size of the room. Wall-mounted fires are ideal options for smaller spaces as they sit flush
fuel (wood/coal) fires and
to the wall without the need for a
stoves are great for bringing
chimney or flue, maximising available
ambience and character to your
space in any room.
home.
Safety
feature to your space. Install a stylish
When it comes to fuel, you may be
Check your chimney - unless you’re
fire surround to make your fireplace
restricted in your choice by availability
planning on making changes to your
stand out even more or you can
of supply (consider whether you have
chimney or flue, it’s important that
choose a readymade fireplace suite.
mains gas), and regulations on what
you pick suites that work with your
Freestanding stoves and electric
you can burn (are you in a smoke free
existing chimney. If you’re going for
fires can add interest and warmth
area?).
electric, this doesn’t matter, but
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Gas fires are more efficient, delivering more warmth and clean, instant heat.
if you do decide to opt for a gas or
the fireplace can be constructed of
fireplaces so it is worth looking in
open fire, then have someone check
masonry including limestone, marble,
local showrooms and asking advice
it out before you buy. You also need
granite or stone, hard or soft wood,
from the knowledgeable staff there.
ventilation in the room particularly
tiles or cast iron. All will add their own
You will get a better idea of what it
with gas fires so don’t block every
unique sense of style and design
will look like if they have suites made
hole and gap. Gas fires normally
regardless of the fuel type of the fire
up and even working. Otherwise
need an annual check and solid fuel
you choose and will require their own
you can create your own ‘look’ by
stoves and fires will need servicing
maintenance regime to keep them
choosing the components. If you
from time to time. If in doubt, take
looking at their best.
already have a fireplace you may
advice from your supplier.
or the fire itself to give a new image
Style
to restore the historical features to
at a lower cost. Otherwise invest in
When choosing fire surrounds and
your home or add a flash of the latest
the best you can afford as it will last
suites, it’s important to consider
contemporary modernist or post-
longer.
where they are going, and the
modernist style to your home and
style you’re looking to achieve. If
living space. You may wish to extend
you’re planning on putting a fire
your living space by the addition of a
surround and suite into an extremely
fire in a conservatory or be thinking
traditionally styled room, it’s a good
of installing an outdoor fireplace or
idea to go for a classic design.
fire pit in the garden the latter being
A fireplace in essence consists of a firebox, a flue, a hearth, a surround and a mantle. The fire hearth, surround and mantle, the decorative features of
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just want to change the back panel You may be looking for a fireplace
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the latest trend! As long as safety is considered, you can create your own design to suit your lifestyle. There are many types and styles of
For
many
homeowners,
there's
nothing like a bit of charm and character to make them fall in love with a property. As fireplaces provide both of these qualities in spades, they are the perfect addition to your interior design scheme and your home. By JILL WARREN
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Enrich your life Plan now for a warmer winter with a Clearview Wood Burning Stove to enrich your life.
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he dancing flames behind crystal clear glass and
home, traditional or modern. Choose from the smallest and
the natural warmth that comes from wood are so
most popular in the range, the Pioneer 400, which is the
special, you may even find yourself looking forward
highest specification small stove ever built, to the Clearview
to the colder months!
750, the largest option, ideal for bigger rooms, halls and open
When installing a Clearview stove the chimney is sealed, stopping warm air being sucked from the room and, compared to open fireplaces, it offers five times more heat and burns for far longer periods unattended. All Clearview’s models are remarkably easy to light with excellent controllability and an air distribution system which results in no soot or tar on the stove windows. This will give you hours with a wonderfully clear view of the fire and also means frequent cleaning is unnecessary.
plan areas. British designed and built, they are considered by many to be the finest range of stoves available. Visit one of their beautiful showrooms in Stow-on-the-Wold, Ludlow or Whitchurch to see the range and talk to their experienced staff who will help you to make the right choice of stove for your home.
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Within Clearview’s stove range of nine styles - in various sizes
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home and garden
What a difference a year makes! This time last year, we were enjoying a golden autumn, following a golden summer; gardens had bumper crops of ripe tomatoes, plums and sweetcorn and every border was full of flowers. But not to worry, for all is not lost.
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very year is different and there hasn’t been a year
Cut pelargoniums back to half size and keep in a light place
yet when that particular combination of sun, rain
indoors – trimmings can be used as cuttings in a pot of gritty
and wind hasn’t suited something down to the
compost. Cut back fuchsias also, but these are happy kept
ground. This year, I have French and runner beans
in the dark of a shed or cellar, provided they don’t dry out.
like no other – we may well be talking second freezer here. The roses have made a wonderful show and the cooler weather means that summer perennials have lasted far longer than normal. They say you can’t please all the people all of the time and maybe the same is true for plants – I’ll enjoy my beans for now and next year’s plums will taste all the sweeter for being overdue. There’s a lot to do, so the early arrival of autumn can be helpful. We can start on tasks in good time and have them out of the way before the truly cold weather. Tender perennials need attention now, so bin those that have had their day.
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Other jobs to get to grips with in October:
B Trim back any deciduous shrub that has become top-heavy, to prevent wind-rock.
B Harvest the last tomatoes, squashes and chillies before any frost.
B Plant elephant garlic, autumn broad beans and autumn onions while the soil is still warm.
B Plant bulbs for a spring display. B Clean and top up bird feeders. More information at www.ngs.org.uk.
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Bryn Terfel and some of the staff celebrate Hafren Furnishers 50 years of trading
Hafren furnishers Celebrate 50 Years IN business With 50 years experience of furnishing homes, Hafren Furnishers of Llanidloes
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have every reason to celebrate their success.
he business began back in 1965 when Mike Morgan,
They invite customers to visit their modern Bed Studio,
the current proprietor, spotted a gap in the market
the largest in Wales, and try the range of beds and
for the sale of quality furniture at affordable prices
mattresses in comfort.
whilst working on his milk round. He began to offer
the odd chair, table or stool on the back of his milk float to
A ‘state of the art’ Stressless Studio designed by Ekorness
his customers. Thus the Hafren Furnishers concept was born
(Wales’ first) is located here displaying the latest range of
and the business philosophy remains the same today.
Stressless sofas, chairs and home entertainment units.
Maintaining their enviable position as Wales’ largest
Delivery within England and Wales remains FREE; another
Independent Furniture Retailer is testament to Mike, his
reason to shop there.
family and team of dedicated, friendly staff providing an unrivalled personalised service.
Concessions of CarpetRight and Hammonds Fitted
Located off the A470 in the scenic town of Llanidloes,
under one roof.
Bedrooms, and a café are conveniently located in store
Powys in Mid Wales, they are within an hour’s reach of Shrewsbury, Hereford, Dolgellau, Ceredigion and Brecon
Opening hours are: 9am-6pm Monday to Friday; open
or 2 hours comfortable drive from Manchester, Liverpool,
until 8pm Thursday and 9am-5.30pm Saturday. Contact
Birmingham, Bristol, Cardiff and Swansea.
the team on 01686 414000. Their newly launched website
The showroom is vast offering 7 floors of furniture display for the entire home; beds and bedroom furniture, living room, dining room and home office. As you would expect, the choice is endless catering for every style; from contemporary/modern, to vintage or traditional furniture. Leading brands such as Gplan, Parker Knoll, Himolla, Stressless, Duresta, Ercol and Tempur can be found here plus hundreds more.
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www.hafrenfurnisher.co.uk offers customers the ability to shop on-line at leisure with the option of FREE delivery. They look forward to welcoming you in-store.
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NATURE NOTEBOOK
Harvest Mouse by Richard Bowler
i A Little Autumn Anarchy The urge to tidy up and ‘put to bed’ the garden at this time of year is hard to fight.
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ne wants to get as many jobs done as possible
birds. Thrushes, in particular, can often be seen making
before the weather stops play. However,
the most of fallen fruits, but blackbirds and robins will
giving plants a little self- rule by allowing fallen
also tuck in. If you don’t want to leave fruit on the ground,
leaves and fruits a little longer to disrupt
undamaged windfalls can be stored in a cool, dry place
neat edges and paths can be a great advantage to the
then used to supplement your bird table through the
garden’s wildlife – and adds a charmingly unkempt air to
winter. Winter-fruiting trees and shrubs such as holly or
the autumnal scene.
rowan are also fantastic for the wildlife.
Leaving the seed heads which remain when summer
Hedgehogs go into hibernation in the autumn and a cosy
flowers have quietly withdrawn will provide a meal for
pile of leaves and twigs is just what they like. Alternatively
the many small birds which overwinter in Britain such as
you could go the whole hog and create, or buy, a purpose-
goldfinches, sparrows, tits and siskins. Particularly good
built hedgehog home. Rather than piling swept up leaves and
seed heads are found on globe thistles, lavender, verbena
twigs onto the compost, swoosh them into an out-of-the-
bonariensis, sunflowers, teasels, hollyhock and honesty.
way corner and, with luck, a hedgehog may move in. Please
As well as the seeds themselves, seed heads also shelter
remember that hedgehogs will not distinguish between
a myriad of mini-beasts – also a tasty meal for birds.
this carefully arranged stack and one intended for a future
If you are emptying and bringing in terracotta pots to the shed this autumn, you may be forgiven for thinking that
Hedgehogs are not the only creatures to make use of
they have little further use before next spring. But nature
cosy leaf piles. Butterflies, moths and a whole variety of
finds a use for most things. Queen Bees, lacewings
insects enjoy the warmth while hiding in the leaves or even
and ladybirds will use these and any other crevices to
burrowing into the soil beneath the leaf litter to become
hibernate and survive the winter. They need to keep
dormant for the winter. Your reward for letting fallen
warm and hiding in small gaps makes this job easier. So
leaves lie throughout winter may be a wealth of beautiful
if you’ve got any piles of stones or bricks in your garden
butterflies and moths in your garden next spring.
leave those over winter or even turn them into a bug hotel
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bonfire. Check all bonfire piles carefully before lighting!
to provide a haven for these small insects to keep snug.
For more information about autumn wildlife, go to
Windfall fruits are enjoyed by small mammals as well as
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HEALTH & BEAUTY
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HEALTH, BEAUTY & FASHION
make-up looks for Autumn 1970s Nostalgia
Dark Romance
A 1970s retro feel is achieved through soft waves and
Combining nostalgia with femininity, Dark Romance is all
textured hair and warm tones for make-up.
about opulent hair and make-up with a nod to the Victorian
Bold shades of orange give a nostalgic feel to make-up while dark sultry browns add a touch of glamour to this bohemian-
era. Make-up is dark and mysterious, with deep-red or berry lips paired with powdered skin.
inspired look. Keep foundation natural and even using a
Eyes are alluring with dark brows and smoky eyes in traditional
primer to give a smooth finish. Give your cheeks a warm
greys or modern purple. A hint of pink on the cheeks gives a
blush by applying a peach blusher just under the cheekbone
fresh, wintery glow. Set your foundation with a light dusting
and blend into the hairline.
of translucent powder for a perfect finish. Add a hint of pink
To add a touch of sun use Bronzing Powder to highlight where the sun would naturally kiss – a little on your forehead and cheeks will add glow and luminosity to your look. Try
to your cheeks but keep it light and subtle- this look is about lips and eyes. For deep romantic lips shape and define with a berry lip pencil and complete with a burgundy lipstick.
terracotta and copper lipsticks. For a deeper look go for
Create a wintery smoky eye using frosty white, silver grey
bronze or chestnut or maybe a warm flamingo pink.
and darker grey. Highlight around lashes and outer corners
Keep the eyes warm and sultry using apricot, tan and bronze. Highlight the lash area with a darker brown for deeper evening glamour.
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with a sparkly charcoal. Alternatively, try lavender and purple with a dark grey liner for an intense look. By jill warren
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HEALTH, BEAUTY & FASHION
What’s Your Style Personality? Everyone expresses themselves subconsciously or consciously through their choice of clothing, accessories and hairstyle and these style choices reveal aspects of your identity and values.
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our style personality is an extension of your
NATURAL
character, and your personality dictates your
You favour loose, casual, relaxed styling and will not wear
sense of style. How you dress says a lot about who you are and even what mood you are in day.
Once you aware of your style personality you will shop more efficiently, purchasing only clothes that fit your style and will also mesh well with your existing wardrobe. There are six main style personalities: CREATIVE If you’re a creative, you’ll long for and create a unique, eclectic look that will often be the result of vintage
clothes or shoes that constrict or cause discomfort, and you have an almost zero-tolerance for ironing! ROMANTIC You enjoy every aspect of dressing and will dedicate the most time of all the style types to your personal image, including perfectly manicured nails, glossy blow-dried hair, immaculate make-up and always some perfume. CITY CHIC
websites or charity shop buys.
You are fashion savvy, you know the shapes and cuts that
CLASSIC
that will enhance your look.
In total contrast, classics have a formal, timeless,
suit your body-shape and choose only the current trends
conservative look, wanting to appear elegant, neat and
Now you know your style personality, you can work with it
coordinated.
so that you save time and money shopping and will have a wardrobe full of complementary outfit combinations
DRAMATIC Clothing used is dramatic in order to grab attention and make an entrance.
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that reflect your style personality! By jill warren
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FOOD & DRINK
Essential equipment
clean. Remove from the oven
B Three disposable piping
and de-mould immediately, and
bags, one fitted with 10mm nozzle, one fitted with a large star nozzle and one with a number one writing nozzle
B Four mini savarin moulds, greased, frozen, greased again then dusted with flour
THE RAVENS
NEST When I was a tot mum used to throw the best Halloween parties for us: bin bags torn up and hung from the doorways, cobwebs covering the entire ceiling, and even disco lights in the dining room to create an eerie environment. Bin bags, however effective in the Nineties, wouldn’t quite cut it nowadays, and so I need to impress my guests with food. These little rounds of cake, filled with cherry mousse and adorned with a tempered chocolate plume of feathers, are just the thing for an adult Halloween party. They were inspired by Edgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven’, that haunting poem of waiting and fear. These beautifully light chocolate, cherry and coffee cakes are well worth the wait. John Whaite www.johnwhaite.com
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allow to cool on a wire rack until completely cold. 4 To make the cherry mousse, soak the gelatine leaves in a jug of cold water – put them into the water one at a time or else they’ll stick together and never
B Sheet of acetate/baking paper
dissolve. Blitz the cherries to
For the cake
or with a stick blender, then
B 30g cocoa powder B 100g dark muscovado sugar B 50g hot water B 50g Greek yoghurt B 1 egg B 1 tsp coffee extract (optional) B 50g dark chocolate, melted in a heatproof bowl over a pan of barely simmering water
a mush in a food processor put into a small saucepan and add the sugar. Bring the cherry pulp and sugar to a boil, then simmer and allow to reduce down to a loose compote consistency. While the cherries are still hot, squeeze the surplus moisture out of the gelatine leaves and add to the pan with the cherries. Add the
B 1 tsp bicarbonate of soda B 50g plain flour
food colouring. Stir until the
For the cherry mousse
don’t let it set.
B 2 gelatine leaves B 200g pitted cherries (frozen
5 When the cherry compote
are cheaper, defrost first)
gelatine has dissolved, then allow to cool completely, but
is cool, whip the cream to soft, floppy peaks, and gently
B 80g golden caster sugar B 250g whipping cream B Red food colouring paste
fold together with the cherry
For the decorations
6 Place the chocolate nests on
B 100g dark chocolate, tempered B 2 tbsp cocoa powder (optional)
serving plates, and pipe a large, indulgent swirl of the cherry
METHOD
one. Chill until needed.
1 Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/Gas 6.
7 For the tempered chocolate
2 Place the cocoa powder and sugar in a mixing bowl and stir together until well mixed and fairly lumpfree. Add the hot water and stir to a smooth paste, then beat in the yoghurt, egg, extract if using, and the melted chocolate. Sift over the bicarbonate of soda and flour and fold to a smooth batter. Put the batter into the piping bag with a 10mm nozzle and divide between the 4 prepared moulds. 3 Bake for 10–14 minutes, or until a skewer gently inserted into one of the cakes comes out
compote. Put the mousse into the piping bag fitted with large star nozzle.
mousse in the centre of each
feather, put the tempered chocolate into the piping bag with small writing nozzle. Pipe a fairly thick line of chocolate about 10cm long, then, with the tip of the nozzle, drag the chocolate out diagonally on either side of the line to create a feather shape. Make 12 in total, each a slightly different size, and allow to set at room temperature. 8 Once set, place 3 into the mousse of each Raven’s Nest to create a dramatic, haunting finish. Sift over some cocoa powder if desired.
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EAT, DRINK AND BE MERRY! Looking for a Christmas party venue or to book a traditional Christmas day lunch for the family? Herefordshire has numerous establishments that will be happy to take the stress out of the festive period and tailor make your perfect event.
Christmas Party Nights Many venues across the county will provide the full package when it comes to Christmas parties so it is a question of choice. Whether it’s an exclusive event or a corporate party night celebration, if you prefer a tribute, traditional or a themed party all are available with food, music, entertainment included.
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You can choose a larger, dramatic venue such as the
Other considerations are distance, accommodation
Chase Hotel or Dewsall Court and dress up in style!
if needed and transport home, the latter being
Alternatively you may like to visit Gilbies in Hereford or
particularly important if the venue is some miles
the Lion at Leintwardine for a more intimate experience
away. A minibus can be easily organised and included
and a shared shindig with other companies.
in the price.
make the most of Christmas, plan ahead and let the local hotels, restaurants, pubs and party venues host the perfect celebration
Festive Celebrations If you are looking to enjoy the festive period and reduce the work on Christmas Day and Boxing Day in particular, then book up well in advance as many families and friends choose to go out and eat. Visiting a hotel or restaurant takes the stress and strain out of the day and avoids one person being tied to the kitchen. Many venues do a set menu with a choice of three or four dishes for each course so look around and maybe visit beforehand to see if it is the type of establishment that would suit your party. Many places welcome children at
One of the main considerations is the size of your party – it could be the whole office or factory celebrating together and number around a hundred or just a select few from accounts looking for a quiet night out. Some venues place a minimum of around a 100 for an exclusive party night but can accommodate up to 500. Many smaller groups now join with other companies at organised evenings. This reduces the price but still provides that party atmosphere. It is a good idea to discuss the price people are prepared to pay and what they prefer before booking. Contact 2/3 venues for details and costs and put them forward so colleagues can choose.
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this time of year and some families take presents to be distributed. If family or friends are travelling long distances a two or three day package is a consideration so a traditional hotel or inn with rooms would be ideal. Worcestershire has many such venues. To make the most of the Christmas period plan ahead and let the local hotels, restaurants, pubs and party venues host the perfect celebration, be it lunch, dinner or a themed party night. It gives everyone a chance to dress up, eat, drink and be merry! By jill warren
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Start / Finish: This two part walk starts and finishes at The Barneby Inn on the A44 at Bredenbury. Public Transport: The nearest railway stations are at Worcester and Hereford. The ‘420’ DRM bus links Worcester to Hereford via Bredenbury. Please check current timetables. Parking: An arrangement has been made with the current landlord of The Barneby Inn to use the Pub Car Park. Please can groups with more than one car telephone the Pub in advance - 01885 482233 O/S Map: Explorer Map 202 Distance: Two part walk – A and B. 5 miles each. 10 miles total. Time: Allow all day or maybe two days to do both parts. Refreshments: Please try to support The Barneby Inn, they currently serve coffee, lunches and evening meals every day except Monday and Saturday. Terrain: Gently undulating countryside with far reaching views and pretty lanes. Unsuitable for wheelchairs and pushchairs due to frequency of stiles and rough tracks. Boots essential, poles useful. There are very few rights of way in the area, some being closed or overgrown so please use those marked on the sketch map.
NOTE: The railway trackbed is privately owned by a number of landowners and there is absolutely no public access to the track or stations – please respect this, don’t trespass. Please also ensure that you close gates where there is livestock present.
on the left, the first surprise of a hidden gem, Rowden Mill Station, lovingly restored over three decades by the owners. If you walk another 50 yards, you’ll see the entrance to the cattle pens and goods yard complete with weighbridge. 5: Return to the junction and turn right, passing the entance to the station. As you walk up the lane, the second house on the right called Station House is where Station Master lived – the house is actually older than the railway. Climbing up the hill you’ll get glimpses of the restored section of railway track below. Continue past the old hop kilns and on through the Great Wacton Farmyard to the track beyond which curves round to the right to cross a brook. Walk along the left side of the pastures. Approx. 50 yards short of the gate ahead, the right of way deviates taking you to a pretty
ROUTE – PART A
stone bridge beneath the railway track. The path is currently
1: With your back to The Barneby Inn, turn left. Walk
blocked and anyway ends at Butterley Mill.
beside the A44 beyond the houses, go left through the
6: Return to the Great Wacton Farm taking the footpath
gate and diagonally to a small gate. Walk through to the paddock and over the stile into a lane.
on the right that leads towards the hamlet of Wacton. At the junction in the paths, turn right. As you approach the
2: Turn left passing the lodge (1905) and in the valley
settlement, the path turns into a track. At the junction with
bottom is the former Bromyard to Leominster railway line.
the lane, you have the option of going right and following
3: At the entrance to Wicton Farm, option of glimpses of
the bridleway, shortly bearing left, that will take you towards
the track from the bridleway. 4: Return to the lane, turn right and continue down the lane to the stone railway bridge. On the right is a deep cutting and
Butterley and another bridge that crosses the railway. (Note: the right of way beyond the railway is currently closed). 7: Return to Wacton and follow the lane right, passing Wacton Court which harbours the remains of an old stone church demolished, save for its boundary wall, in 1881. This lane continues for 3/4 mile to the A44 junction. ROUTE – PART B 8: For those wishing to walk to the Fencote Station turn right (westwards) along the A44 and walk along the pavement for 1/3 mile. Cross to the opposite verge and walk 150 yards to the footpath on the left that leads to the 16th century Grendon Manor, Farmhouse B&B. 9: Turn right and then right again to the A44. Cross to the lane opposite. Fencote Station is a mile up this lane but it is worth the effort. There is no access to the station. From the bridge you can see the track and station buildings restored over 3 decades by the current owner. 10: Return along the outward route to The Barneby Inn. Written and Illustrated by Glynis Dray
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“Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more”.
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October 25th 2015, St Crispin’s Day, marks the 600th anniversary of the Battle of Agincourt.
he eponymous hero of Shakespeare’s Henry
shaft to extract the arrow without doing further damage,
V, the speaker of these lines 'before' Harfleur
and flushed the wound with alcohol. Though successful,
in France, was born in the tower above the
the operation left Henry with some permanent scarring.
gatehouse of Monmouth Castle. News of the
birth in 1396 reached his father, then Earl of Derby,
The continuing presence of Glendower’s forces in the
while using Goodrich Ferry, the principal thoroughfare
Marches strongholds such as Abergavenny, Pilleth,
between England and the Welsh Marches. This resulted
Weobley, Grosmont and Usk took all of Henry’s energies
in the ferryman’s family enjoying the rights of the crossing
for the next five years. Having succeeded his long-ailing
for centuries to come.
father to the throne in 1413, he gradually marginalized
Henry IV had been King of England and Lord of Ireland for just twelve months when he got involved in a dispute over land in mid-Wales between a wealthy landowner, Owen Glendower, and Lord Grey of Ruthin. Siding with the latter, Henry was forced to send an army to deal with the situation. Unable to quell the revolt, the king turned to Prince Henry of Monmouth, who cut his teeth in battle at the tender age of thirteen, under the guardianship of the renowned knight and jouster Henry 'Hotspur' Percy.
It was the Battle of Agincourt, however, which represents Henry V’s finest hour. His dismounted men-at-arms took advantage of the French cavalry, who ignored harsh lessons from past defeats at Poitiers and Crecy by staying on their horses. Though heavily outnumbered, the English and Welsh archers prevailed against them as they were floundering
By the time the king assembled an army at Shrewsbury
in the heavy mud. French casualties included 3 dukes,
Castle in preparation to fight Glendower, Hotspur had
5 counts, 100 lords, 3069 knights, and 2600 others.
resigned the guardianship and defected to the Welsh side.
Incredibly, Henry’s casualties are usually estimated at
He was killed in the ensuing battle on 21st July, 1403, and
just over 100. Sir Roger Vaughan of Bredwardine and his
Henry, in command of part of the English force at 16, was
father-in-law, a red-haired squinting dwarf called Daffyd
almost killed by an arrow which became stuck in his face.
Gam, both laid down their lives defending their king.
Over a period of several days, John Bradmore, the royal
“We few, we happy few, we band of brothers”.
physician, treated the wound with honey to act as an antiseptic, crafted a tool to screw into the broken arrow
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A to Z of computing Baffled by broadband? Vexed by viruses? We help you to get the most out of your computer with part one of our handy guide from Age UK Herefordshire & Worcestershire. A is for accessibility
music. Digital music comes in three main formats: MP3
Accessibility is about ensuring that as many people as
is universal, but Microsoft’s WMA and Apple’s (maker
possible can access and enjoy the internet, regardless
of the ubiquitous iPod) AAC offer far better sound in
of any disability you might have and regardless of what
smaller files.
technology you're using. You can simplify your experience of using the internet
management (DRM) codes that control what you can do
by creating a page of internet buttons.
with purchased music, stopping you from transferring it
B is for broadband Broadband is the name given to describe different types of high-speed Internet access. With so much
to other devices or burning more than a set number of CDs. Another big annoyance for iPod fans is that it will not play WMA files, severely limiting choice.
choice when it comes to broadband provision, it can be
E is for email
tricky choosing the right package for your needs. But
Email is a handy way of keeping in touch with friends
there are a number of comparison websites that can
and family and is fast-becoming the primary means of
help you make an informed decision and find the best
contacting many organisations - from businesses to
deal.
your local council.
For basic surfing, emailing, banking, sharing photos
Many people get their emails using the Outlook or
you’ll require a minimum speed of 2MB. If you intend on
Outlook Express application from their laptop or
downloading movies, you’ll need about 4GB per movie.
desktop computer. However, if you don’t have access
Broadband speed can vary depending on the type of connection you have. C is for computer courses Age UK run a number of computer training courses across the country. Call the Freephone number 0800 169 6565 for your nearest course. Alternatively visit our events section at www.ageuk.org.uk/work-andlearning to find out about training events we run in
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The downside is that both often include digital rights
to the internet at home, you can register for a free email account with one of many websites that offer a free email service. F is for finding the right equipment Desktop and laptop computers are the two main types of computers. A desktop is a larger computer that comes with a processing unit, a monitor, a keyboard and a mouse. A laptop computer is a smaller, portable
September and March every year.
computer which can be easily moved. When looking
D is for downloading music
minimum computer requirements are to carry out the
Downloads can be an extremely convenient way to buy
tasks you want to do.
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goods, gifts, cards, flowers or
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more unusual items such as
events throughout the
year for their residents, their families, friends and the local community. This year is no
exception and there will be a Christmas Fayre at Dulas Court, Ewyas Harold on Saturday 21st November from 2.30pm - 5pm. Local arts and crafts people
paintings or jewellery. Residents of the home, their families and members of the public will be able to purchase quality
homemade
produce
and handmade crafts at very reasonable
prices,
whilst
enjoying a cup of tea and a festive mince pie.
are invited to attend and
Everyone is welcome to join the
present their wares for sale in
staff and residents for this special
this beautiful country house
seasonal event and start their
setting. These could be foodie
Christmas shopping.
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G is for Google
jargon lists will spell everything out for you, and
Although people do use other search engines, Google
explain what to do, in plain English. Check out the BBC
is far-and-away the most popular.
Webwise's Jargonbuster
The key to effective web searching with the likes of
K is for keeping in touch
Google, says Dan Gookin, author of PCs for Dummies,
The number of Facebook users aged 64 and older is
is to stick with key words and use the most important
increasing faster than any other age group. The social
ones first.
networking website enables you to build a profile, keep
‘If you’re looking for an efficient toaster you should type in "toaster efficient" instead of "efficient toaster". Also, use double quotes to keep specific words together. They can also help you search for the little words. For example, to find fire and ice use: “fire and ice”.’ H is for Homepage The first or main page of a website, usually contains more detailed links to other sections or content. You can normally get to a Homepage by clicking on a site's logo at the top of the page. I is for iPad (and other tablets) The Apple iPad has led the way in creating a huge market for portable, handheld computers - the tablet. Tablet computers primarily use a touchscreen, doing
There are downsides: your profile is your billboard to the world, so never give details that might allow criminals to steal your identity – such as your exact address, home phone number or your bank account details. Check your privacy settings, or your profile could appear in search engines. L is for learning The BBC website offers some great resources to brush up on most European languages, plus Mandarin Chinese and Urdu. The University of the Third Age runs online courses on a range of subjects, from botany to Renaissance Italy, and the Open University has online components in most courses.
away with the need for a mouse and a separate
M is for mobiles
keyboard. Tablets are particularly useful for older
Mobile phones are morphing into a universal source of
people, as they are very intuitive and don't require a
information, help and advice, thanks to their ability to
huge prior knowledge of computers.
surf the web easily and the latest group are commonly
J is for jargon
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in touch with friends, view photos, and so on.
known as smartphones.
Don't know your megabytes from your motherboard?
part two of this guide will be in the
Or your URL from your USB? Using a computer means
NOVEMBER issue of wYE VALLEY now. For more
learning another language. But don’t panic – online
information please visit www.ageuk.org.uk
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MAGNA cARTA
UK announces a global tour of Magna Carta and new funding to share British legal expertise worldwide.
aroness Anelay has announced a new £100,000
democracy around the world and still forms part of British
fund to enable other countries to benefit from the
law today. The tour will demonstrate its international
UK’s world-leading legal expertise, marking the
resonance whilst also showcasing British influence across
International Day of Democracy.
trade, law, international values and democracy.
At the same time Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire has
Foreign Office Minister Hugo Swire welcomed the tour and said:
announced that Magna Carta will begin a global tour next
“The Magna Carta is a hugely important part of our history
week, in a partnership between Hereford Cathedral and the
and stands as a beacon for our values today. The tour is a
GREAT Britain Campaign. An original version of the document
fantastic way of enabling people from America to Asia to
and the only surviving King’s Writ from Runnymede in 1215,
see it first hand, and to reflect on all that it stands for.”
will pass through seven countries, across four continents, traveling a total of approximately 65,000 miles.
Canon Chris Pullin, Chancellor of Hereford Cathedral said: “I am
Thousands of people across the world will benefit from a
global tour, which will enable more people than ever from
unique opportunity to see the document - an internationally
across the world a unique and exciting opportunity to see
recognised symbol of the rule of law - first hand, and reflect
the document close up and learn about what it represents.”
on how the principles of Magna Carta remain more relevant
delighted that our copy of Magna Carta is embarking on this
than ever in today’s world.
You can find out more about how Hereford Cathedral is
The Magna Carta has played a key role in the history of
www.herefordcathedral.org.
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WIN tickets to the CORAL Welsh Grand National at chepstow racecourse Join us on Sunday 27th December 2015 for our biggest race meeting of the year, the Coral Welsh Grand
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National, one of the most prestigious jump fixtures of the season hepstow Racecourse is pleased to announce
sent some of my very best horses to Chepstow for the
the introduction of the new Totepool
October meetings over the years, including Silviniaco
Chepstow Jumps Festival on Saturday 10
Conti, Hinterland, Just A Par and Far West, and with the
and Sunday 11 October. This festival marks
extra prize money on offer this year I will definitely be
the start of the winter jumping campaign and has
readying a squad for this new festival. I think it’s great
received significant investment with £250,000 of prize
to see Chepstow investing in their jumps programme
money up for grabs across the festival.
and I hope plenty of trainers will support this initiative.”
The feature race of this festival is the Grade Three
As well as the top class jump racing across the weekend
£50,000 Totepool Silver Trophy (Handicap Hurdle).
there will be live music on both days and racegoers will also
The festival also includes the Grade Two £30,000 Persian
be able to watch live coverage of the Wales vs. Australia
War Novices’ Hurdle, a £30,000 Veterans’ Chase.
Rugby World Cup game on the big screen and numerous
The festival commences with the Reuben Foundation Jump Legends Charity Race in aid of the Bob Champion Cancer Trust. Bob Champion MBE said: “We are very grateful to the Reuben Foundation’s
entertainments include Pony Racing, Donkey Riding, Go Karts, Bouncy Castles, Face Painters, a Mascot Race on Family Day on the Sunday.
ongoing support and delighted Chepstow is
Tickets for both days start at £20 and free for children
hosting this race for the third year. We hope it will
under 18. All entertainment on the Sunday for children
be another exciting race and raise lots of money to
is free. For more information, or to book your tickets,
help support our research team’s essential work.”
please call 01291622260 or visit our website
Champion National Hunt Trainer, Paul Nicholls said: “I have
www.chepstow-racecourse.co.uk.
Competition
For your chance to win one of four tickets to the Welsh Grand National at Chepstow Racecourse on Sunday 27th December simply fill out the entry form with the correct answer to the following question:
What month is the Chepstow Racecourse Jumps Festival? Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: The Welsh Grand National WVMN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 2DP. Closing date for entries is 28th October 2015. Winning ISSUE FIFTY entries will be drawn at random. One entry per person.
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Win a meal for two plus a bottle of house wine at The Live and Let Live, Whitbourne! The Live and Let Live in Whitbourne (Not to be confused
have a one to one relationship with Paul the chef.
with its namesake on Bringsty Common, three miles
Ranging from Jumbo haddock to grouse and renowned for
away) was bought by Richard Hill and Mandy Webb in October 2014 and reopened on the 27th November 2014.
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roast Herefordshire Pork, there is something for everyone. There are real ales from Wye Valley Brewery, Robinson’s cider and many more local drinks plus a nice selection of wines.
his warm and welcoming pub had been closed for over two years after being owned by a brewery and passed from one manager to another. Mandy and Richard, starting a new career with
owning and managing a pub, wanted to turn the Live and Let Live into the village orientated country pub that they have always loved, where everyone is welcome and can enjoy resonably priced good food and drink.
BOOKINGS NOW BEING TAKEN FOR CHRISTMAS! STARTERS
B Celeriac Leek Soup B Homemade Local Game Terrine B Prawn & Crayfish Cocktail B Fried Wild Mushrooms & Chestnuts on Toast.
MAINS
Paul has over thirty years’ experience in his industry, and has
B Roast Turkey with all the trimmings B Roast Topside of Beef with Yorkshire Pudding B Pan Fried Goose Breast B Poached Salmon with Dill Sauce B Roasted Butternut Squash & Chestnut Risotto.
received awards for Best Bar Food in a Scottish Hotel, Best
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Restaurant with rooms and Best Cooking with real food.
B Steamed Christmas Pudding with Brandy Sauce B Traditional Sherry Trifle B Chocolate & Orange Mousse B Local Cheeseboard
In just under a year they have refurbished the pub, opened, started serving pub food and then refurbished and opened the restaurant employing an amazing chef in Paul Mundy.
Parts of the menu are changed every day with dishes that would be hard to find in any other Worcestershire pubs, from scallops with black pudding and mushy peas to Braised Herefordshire Lamb Shank, a definite favourite. Ingredients
£25 per person which includes a small bottle
are sourced within a 15 mile radius where possible and fish
of Prosecco per adult. Please call 01886 822276
comes from boats and suppliers around the country, who
for any special dietary needs.
Competition For your chance to win a Win a meal for two plus a bottle of house wine at The Live and Let Live, Whitbourne, simply fill out the entry form with
Answer: Name:
the correct answer to the following question:
In what year did Richard and Mandy buy The Live and Let Live? Send your answers in a sealed, stamped, addressed envelope to: Live and Let Live WVMN, PW Media & Publishing Ltd, 2nd Floor, Richardson House, New Street, Worcester, WR1 FIFTY 2DP. Closing date for entries is 28th October 2015. ISSUE
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OCTOBER Thursday 1st – Sunday 25th Drawings, Fine Art Prints & Artists’ Books Apple Store Gallery Rockfield Road Hereford HR1 2UA www.applestoregallery.co.uk Cost: £55 inc. lunch & refreshments Saturday 3rd Tenbury Applefest 2015 The Burgage Teme St Tenbury Wells WR15 8BA www.tenburyapplefest.co.uk Cost: free Queenswood Autumn Festival Queenswood Country Park and Arboretum Dinmore Hill Leominster HR6 0PY www.herefordshirewt.co.uk Cost: free, parking charges may apply Arcadia Music Festival – Kingsland church St Michael & All Angels Church Kingsland Herefordshire HR6 9QW www.smaaak.co.uk Cost: £15, £25 & £30 Sunday 4th Forest Showcase Food & Drink Festival The Speech House Hotel Grounds Coleford Road Forest of Dean Gloucestershire
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GL16 7EL www.forestshowcase.org Cost: £5 adults, £2 children, U5's free, Family ticket £12 Orchard Extravaganza Herefordshire Wildlife Trust Lower House Farm Ledbury Road Tupsley Hereford HR1 1UT www.herefordshirewt.org Cost: £5, children under 5 years go free Monday 5th Mappa Mundi: Hereford’s Curious Map Library Reading Room Hereford Cathedral Hereford HR1 2NG Contact: 01432 374226 Cost: £5 per person Tuesday 6th Pygmalion The Courtyard Edgar Street Hereford HR4 9JR www.courtyard.org.uk Cost: £15, concessions £12 Wednesday 7th Wednesday 28th Got 2 Sing Hereford Contemporary Choir Kindle Centre Belmont Court Belmont Road (ASDA Building) Hereford HR2 7JE www.got2sing.co.uk Cost: taster session free
Thursday 8th Crazy Glue The Courtyard Edgar Street Hereford HR4 9JR www.courtyard.org.uk Cost: £13, concessions £11 Friday 9th Herbert and Traherne, the Poet and the Guru Hereford Cathedral College Hall 5 College Cloisters Hereford HR1 2NG Contact: 01432 761588 Cost: £5 / £6 on the door inc. a glass of wine Sunday 11th Carriaged Away Croft Castle Yarpole Herefordshire HR6 9PW www.nationaltrust.org.uk Cost: admission charges apply Wednesday 14th Phoenix Dance Theatre: Mixed Programme 2015 Malvern Theatre Grange Road Malvern Worcestershire WR14 3HB www.malvern-theatres.co.uk Cost: from £14 Thursday 15th Railway Evening Sellack Village Hall Pict's Cross Sellack Herefordshire
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HR9 6QP www.hallshire.com/halls/ view/55/sellack-village-hall Cost: £5 inc. tea & biscuits Friday 16th Courtlaughing Comedy Club The Courtyard Edgar Street Hereford HR4 9JR www.courtyard.org.uk Cost: £12.50 Saturday 17th HWT AGM & talk: Bat conservation Global to Local Hampton Bishop Village Hall Hampton Bishop Hereford HR1 4JY Cost: free www.herefordshirewt.org Lyme Cottage Industries "Loveliness from the Garden" Broadfield Court Estate Herefordshire HR1 3LG www.broadfieldcourt.co.uk Cost: TBC Saturday 17th October Saturday 14th November 'Threshold': an Exhibition of Drawings and Work by Celia De Serra Silk Top Hat Gallery Quality Square Ludlow Shropshire SY8 1AR www.silktophatgallery. wordpress.co.uk Cost: Free
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Tuesday 20th Eat, Drink and be Merry Edwyn Ralph Village Hall Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4NF Contact: Liz_newcross@hotmail.co.uk Cost: £20 inc. coffee, lunch and talks
£60 non members
Drawing Workshop with Jenny Joice Apple Store Gallery Rockfield Road Hereford HR1 2UA www.applestoregallery.co.uk Cost: £55 inc. lunch & refreshments
Saturday 24th - Sunday 25th Halloween Spooktacular Croft Castle Yarpole Herefordshire HR6 9PW www.nationaltrust.org.uk Cost: admission plus £4 per trail
Wednesday 21st Fungus Forage Lea & Paget's Wood Herefordshire Details of where to meet will be given on booking. www.herefordshirewt.org Cost: £4 HWT members, £5 non-members, children free AGM & talk: The Changing Use of Sacred Space Leominster Historical Society Grange Court Leominster Herefordshire HR6 8NL www.leominsterpriory.org.uk Cost: members free, visitors £3 on the door Saturday 24th Orchard Origins Apple Juice Processing Workshop Houghton Court Hereford HR1 3HZ www.herefordshirewt.org Cost: £50 HWT members,
Glimpses of glory Hereford Cathedral Hereford HR1 2NG Contact: 01432 374212. Cost: £15
Saturday 24th – Saturday 31st Halloween Evenings Ralph Court Gardens Edwyn Ralph Bromyard Herefordshire HR7 4LU Contact: 01885 483225 Cost: £5 per person/Saturday £7 Wednesday 28th Herefordshire’s Family Festival The Courtyard Edgar Street Hereford HR4 9JR www.courtyard.org.uk Cost: ticket prices vary Wednesday 28th October – Sunday 22nd November Photography and Digital Art Apple Store Gallery Rockfield Road Hereford HR1 2UA www.applestoregallery.co.uk Cost: free
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