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never before have we seen such an array of different events - gigsconcerts and activities happening throughout. The Little City with The Big Heart just doesn’t seem to stop beating.

The Old Fire Station is on Fire with class acts taking up stage. :-) (see what I did there) The Brickyard is as per usual highlighting not only the best that Cumbria has to offer but consistently staging first class acts.

The Venue is on a roll with regular dates, mixing it up, music, comedy, dance and The Sands do what they do best, bring world class artists to the City.....

Too much? I don’t think so! Carlisle is pulling people from near and far and with more events, gigs, concerts, activities, it really is

showing that Carlisle is on the cusp of change. Cultural change and all for the better. Carlisle City council have to be applauded for their part in all this, love ‘em or loathe ‘em there’s no denying that Carlisle has a pro-active council and THAT is priceless!

Great News as we go to print, Carlisle vs Liverpool. Legends could be made on the day of reckoning, it’s in the hands of the lads and man this is soooo exciting......:-) Enough from me, support your team, support your city and most of all please please please try and support our local venues so we can build what is a sound solid foundation for the cultural soul of the city.

Cheers Ste

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After the success of last year’s memorable and poignant Cumbria Poppy Appeal launch, The Lanes Shopping Centre will once again host the event on Saturday October 24th.

Located in the heart of Carlisle, The Lanes is an ideal venue to mark the Cumbria Poppy Appeal launch, offering guests of the Royal British Legion, veterans and the local community an opportunity to come together and celebrate the bravery of those who have fought during conflicts, past and present.

Janet Murray, Marketing Manager for The Lanes said: “Last year, the launch event captured and reflected the impact WW1 had

on our region, with fresh, youthful interpretations of memories relating to the impact on our community then and now. It began with an air-raid siren call followed by a group of 40 children entering the centre singing ‘Pack up your troubles, music, song and stories - retold memories of the munitions workers, the break out of war and how people in this area were affected. “ “With support from retailers, students were fashioned into men and women from the era:Toni&Guy re-created Victory Rolls and Ocean Wave hairstyles, Monsoon, a retro look with seasonal trends, Debenhams crafted make-up and BHS arranged refreshments. In total 21 Retailers helped to raise funds.

Guests and dignitaries were invited, including the Deputy Lord

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Lieutenant, the Mayor and key members of the Royal British Legion; it was also fantastic to see so many veterans attend.”

Once again this year, the Lanes will be working with StagedRight to create another spectacular Poppy Appeal launch, ideas are being pulled together to reflect concert performances for ‘the troops’ throughout the years. Featuring songs sung by Vera Lynn, ‘the forces sweetheart’ her songs included We’ll Meet Again”, “The White Cliffs of Dover”, “A Nightingale Sang in Berkeley Square”. In comparison, the young people from StagedRight will also reflect the more up to date concerts which have been held in Iraq and Afghanistan – music that captures the time and place and entertained the armed forces throughout the years. Retailers in the Lanes will also be getting involved with this year’s event, some decorating windows and others selling poppies in store.

David Jackson, Commercial Director at The Lanes said: “The Lanes is delighted to support the Poppy Appeal once again this year.The feedback and amounts raised last year surpassed all expectations and I am sure we are set for another spectacular launch.”

Alan Whitmore, Community Fundraiser for Cumbria and the Isle of Man at The Royal British Legion, said: “We are delighted to be working alongside the Lanes Shopping Centre in Carlisle once again this year.

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The Lanes joins us to officially launch the Poppy Appeal and mark this occasion by creating an event that appeals to old and young alike; taking a snapshot of those times to remember and not forget.The poppy is an instantly recognisable symbol of respect for those who’ve made the ultimate sacrifice in conflicts past and present. As the nation’s custodian of Remembrance, the Legion is committed to helping everyone understand the importance of Remembrance, so those sacrifices are never forgotten.”

The Poppy Appeal raises funds to support ex-service men and women as well as their families. Charles Byrne, Director of Fundraising at The Royal British Legion, said: “We support the entire Armed Forces community past and present. We recognise the strength of mothers, fathers, partners and kids in Armed Forces families, who serve alongside their loved ones every single day, and often need practical care and advice too. We’re encouraging people to ‘dig deep’ for the Poppy Appeal, so we can continue providing this vital support to individuals whether they are still serving, transitioning back to civilian life or have left the Services, but importantly to their dependents too.”

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By Dan Mason, Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life Poppies are a nationally recognised symbol of remembrance, a way of remembering those who were lost in the First World War, or indeed any lost soldiers. The origins of this act of remembrance stem from the First World War and the fact that the poppy dominated the landscape of the front lines during spring time in Belgium, France and Gallipoli. One soldier of the Border Regiment, Pte David Johnston of Granville Rd, Carlisle, had such an affinity with the flower that he pressed one within the pages of his hymn book whilst in the trenches. This book will be on display at Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life throughout November; the month of Remembrance.

In May 1915 Canadian infantryman Major John McRae penned the poem ‘In Flanders Field’ which reinforced the relationship between the poppy and the First World War. “Take up our quarrel with the foe: to you from failing hands we throw, the torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die, we shall not sleep, though poppies grow in Flanders fields.”

This closing verse of the poem was read by an American teacher Moina Michael at a YMCA headquarters in November 1918. Right then she vowed to wear a poppy as an act of remembrance.Thanks to Miss Michael’s campaigning the American Legion had its first Poppy Appeal in 1920.

In 1921, with the help of Madame Guerin in France, a Poppy Appeal would be officially adopted by the British Legion.The British Legion ordered 9 million poppies from France and they instantly sold out raising £106,000 (nearly £30 million in today’s terms).The following year a “Poppy Factory” manned by disabled ex-servicemen was established in the UK and the appeal raised £204,000.

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Poppies used in early appeals were made from silk and other fabrics but throughout it’s history has undergone many alterations Today’s poppy pins are made from paper and every year 250 kilometres of red paper is produced at James Cropper in Kendal, Cumbria then sent to Kent to be made in to poppies.

In 2014 the Royal British Legion’s most ambitious act of Remembrance made an impact across the globe.The ‘Blood Swept Lands and Seas of Red’ installation at the Tower of London depicted a sea of poppies that progressively grew from July to November 2014 and used 888,246 handmade ceramic poppies.

The installation was created to mark the centenary of the First World War. All of the poppies were sold and proceeds were divided up amongst six service charities.

One of these poppies was kindly donated to Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life and is on display in the main gallery along with plaques and other memorials that honour those lost in the First World War. Cumbria’s Museum of Military, located in Carlisle Castle, tells the 300 year story of Cumbria’s County Infantry Regiment through fascinating artefacts, new interactive features and audio/visual displays.

The museum is open all year round.

For more information go to www.cumbriasmuseumofmilitarylife.org

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Michael Palin

Always look on (then write it down) Actor turned travel presenter Michael Palin talks to Ali Hipkin about celebrating 30 years of writing diaries, the publication of his third and final diary volume and the importance of keeping a diary.

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ichael Palin’s probably the most fascinating person I have had the pleasure of interviewing and frankly I could have talked to him all day but unfortunately I only had 15 minutes.

Michael Palin first burst onto the nations screens as part of the much loved comedy series Monty Python in 1969, since then he’s forged a career as an author, actor and travel presenter. It’s his career that is the focus of the third and final volume of his diary, Travelling to Work – Diaries 1988-1998, which has inspired his one man tour The Thirty Years Tour which sees him perform at The Sands Centre on Saturday September 26.

The Thirty Years Tour sees Michael celebrate his diaries by bringing thirty extraordinary years to life, from the end of the 1960’s when his first child was born, the start of Monty Python’s Flying Circus, to the end of the 1990’s when Python had become the most influential comedy teams in the world and Michael became a hugely successful television traveller.

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You can see Michael’s The Thirty Years Tour at The Sands Centre on Saturday September 26 tickets £29.50.

The paperback version of Travelling to Work – Diaries 1988-1998 will be available from Thursday September 24 priced £12.99, e-book £6.99

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copy of his diary was released - and he’s excited about heading out on the stage again, he said: “much more fun talking to audiences.”

It’s a much more pleasant process than talking at endless book shows. I like travelling around, not around the world but the UK so I’m taking the show to places I missed last time.” Michael’s stories will be accompanied archive footage, different film clips, photographs and recordings and go into details about what he calls “backdoor information.”

“I like an audience I can get to know. You can have an audience of 8 million people watching at home and have no idea if they think it’s any good or not but with a live audience you get instance feedback, it’s that relationship between me and an audience.”

So why has it taken Michael so long to do his own tour?

“I’ve always been busy, doing documentaries and travel series which were about two years work per series, now I’m over 70 I’m trying to be the master of my own time and make decisions about what I want to do. However, the launch of the third and final diary does not mean retirement for Michael, he joked: “I wouldn’t know what to retire from.”

His first diary covered the 1970s, was mostly Python; the second, deals with the 80s and traces his flirtation with Hollywood; now we are into the 90s. The first diary was the hardest to write, he explained: “It’s very difficult; I started several times when I was younger and failed.”

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While many will know Michael Palin from Monty Python he’s equally recognisable from his numerous travel documentaries; ruggedly handsome, immersing himself in the history and culture of each country and genuinely enjoying the experience.

The third diary ends when Michael is doing his fourth travel series, a role that some would argue Michael is made for but he remains modest about being one of our most successful television travellers, he said: “I enjoy meeting people for the sake of meeting people; the world is not a hostile place, it’s a place you can find hospitality.

Something that keeps us together in a world that, according to the papers, is falling apart is the universal heritage we share. There are far more people in this world that are hospitable than not.”

Despite being paid to travel the world it wasn’t all good and the camera’s capture every emotion, whether he was in awe of what he saw, he was enjoying himself or he was tired or ill, he admitted: “There were times I just couldn’t escape the camera and I’d think ‘just stop filming’ but it was right up to the edge work.”

Was it this honesty and continuous documentary that made Michael’s programmes so successful? Maybe, but Michael thinks it’s something else, he said: “It doesn’t require telling someone what is front of you they want you to tell them about it and what it’s like there.” As my time with Michael runs out I’m left with a bit of a crush and wondering if Michael is need of a travel assistant for his next adventure.

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It wasn’t until after Michael’s son was born and he finally managed to quit smoking that he had an urge to try starting another diary, he said: “I had this serge of will power ‘what else can I do that I’ve always wanted to?’ so I started a diary.”

Michael’s diaries are incredibly honest, particularly when it comes to describing the death of his mother and his fellow Python Graham Chapman which he wrote about hours after he heard the news which makes them genuine, he said: “Diaries are the whole story, you might remember something but when you can read back about it you realise that the real story is much more complex, an autobiography smoothes things out but life is much more haphazard than that.”

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What Lies Beneath the Rails

Beneath the hustle and bustle of the platforms of Carlisle Train Station lies a network of tunnels and abandoned rooms which are reputed to be the scene of much paranormal activity.

The Victorian station was built in 1847 on a slum clearance; the extensive undercroft, where unexplainable events occur, was created when the station was extended over the bank.

The vast undercroft is an area with around a dozen smaller rooms off to the sides, which consists of the butchers room; a confined space with a low ceiling where hooks still hang over the stone gully where blood would have drained from the carcasses, the cold store – similar in appearance to a crypt – is where most visitors experience something abnormal, the lamp room where young boys worked keeping paraffin lamps full and wicks trimmed, foot warmer room, garages and staff accommodation.

Census records show that the station was residential; people were born there, lived and died there. There are records of accidents and deaths which occurred at the old train station that could account for the reported hauntings like the pointing man in the undercroft. The haunting, however, is not restricted to the undercroft; there’s said to be a headless man on platform eight, a veiled lady who walks the corridor of the top floor and the ghosts of children who are said to run the corridors.

Footsteps have regularly been heard on the upper floors of the main station by those who work there and lights have, seemingly, turned themselves off.

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Cumbria Ghost Hunts have visited Carlisle Station several times and have witnessed plenty of activity on their visits this year. Along with other pieces of equipment Cumbria Ghost hunters use EMF meters and spirit boxes on their visits to Carlisle station.

EMF meters are one of the best ways to measure paranormal activity in investigations because it gives a precise reading of the digital magnetic field. Paranormal activity may occur at 1.5mg to 6mg for this meter.

The group noticed high EMF readings in the butcher’s room when a draft started to circulate and was blowing across their faces, this became stronger and eventually a member of the group was pushed. They also saw strong EMF responses in the cold store, especially when they asked if they should leave. The P-SB7 Spirit Box, which uses radio frequency sweeps to generate white noise which theories suggest give some entities the energy they need to be heard.

When this occurs you will sometimes hear voices or sounds coming through the static in an attempt to communicate.

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The Spirt box has thrown out some interesting results during this year’s visits, when it was first used on the second floor in January the names Alice, Adam and Annie were all picked up on by members of the group as well as four fairly distinct shouts of ‘help’. When they returned in May the group heard ‘leave’, ‘go’, ‘get out’ and even some possible swearing in the rooms above the station entrance. Perhaps the most concerning episode that Cumbria Ghost Hunts experienced was in January this year when the group moved into a room which has become known as the dementor room after the experience of a member of Virgin staff. One member of the group started to feel a bit strange and this feeling continued to get worse to the point of the person having to be almost carried out of the room.

A similar incident occurred in the old canteen when one member of the group felt her energy was being drained, she became so weak that she was taken outside where she became ill. Bangs, old pieces of wood being thrown across a room, knocking, the battery life on a video recorder being drained and members of the group having their hair pulled are all things that the Cumbria Ghost Hunts team have experienced while in Carlisle Station after hours. The more cynical among our readers may have logical explanations for the things experienced by members of staff and the Cumbria Ghost Hunts team but take a walk through the undercroft next time you’re in the station and feel the hairs on the back of your neck prick up.

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Tour of Britain

World best riders to ride through Cumbria

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uesday September 8 will see Stage Three of the star-studded Tour of Britain head through Cumbria.

Cycling enthusiasts will line the route of the UK’s biggest professional cycle race with the hope of seeing big names in the world of cycling, such as Chris Froome and Mark Cavendish as they drive through the county.

The third stage of the race will depart from Cockermouth, head along the Solway Coast and through Carlisle before finishing in Kelso, Scotland. Two days later, on Thursday September 10, the competitors will return to the county for what will be the high point (literally) of the 2015 Tour, a summit finish atop Hartside Fell above Penrith.

At 1,904 feet, 575-metres, the eight-kilometre climb, which averages 5% gradient with sections at over 10%, is almost 100-metres higher than last year’s summit finish on the Tumble in South Wales. Hartside Fell will be the only summit finish of the 2015 Friends Life Tour of Britain, and the first to be held in Cumbria.

The last time the race was held in Cumbria was in 2013, when it started in Carlisle and finished in Kendal after passing through Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Frizington and

the heart of the Lake District, including the packed crowds of Honister Pass. That stage was described by commentators as the ‘best ever’ stage of the race and generated £4.1m for the local economy.

Stage Three will begin from Cockermouth, heading out to the Cumbria coastline at Maryport and then along the Solway Coast via Silloth to Carlisle. The race will then cross into Scotland at Gretna and race through Dumfries & Galloway and the Scottish Borders to the finish at Floors Castle outside Kelso. Thursday September 10 will see Stage Five start from Prudhoe in Northumberland and follow Hadrian’s Wall to Brampton before heading down the Eden Valley and then into the Lake District National Park, running alongside Ullswater. After racing through Penrith the stage will head to Melmerby at the foot of the eight-kilometre climb to Hartside Pass.

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The State Management Scheme

An afternoon pint or an ale fuelled evening in the pubs of Carlisle was a very different experience 100 years ago from the bustling bars of Botcherate that people frequent today as Michael Barwise discovers.

During World War I drinking premises in Carlisle were a far cry from what they are today; they were dark and dreary inside and contained unhygienic, smoky, stuffy rooms.The public bar had no seats; seating was available in the Smoke room but customers paid for them with more expensive pints. Pubs possessed no discernible features whatsoever; food, games and entertainment were not provided.

Women were seldom seen in pubs and were deterred from going because of the regular fights that would break out between rival gangs.

The situation was not improved by the arrival of navies from the Gretna Munitions Works who flooded into the city with high wages and a thirst to quench.

In an attempt to control Carlisle’s drinking habits the Central Control Board, established to take over the trade in areas of particular sensitivity to the war effort, took over the ownership and running of Carlisle’s 119 pubs and off licenses in June 1916.

The Central Control Board introduced ‘The State Management Scheme’ which aimed to raise the image of the pub.

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The scheme aimed to prevent such drinking as rendered the workers less fit for the National Service, provide cheap and good food, so as to discourage the drinking of alcohol apart from with meals and make the public house less unhealthy, more easily supervised and a controlled place for rest and refreshment, and for social intercourse and recreation.

The Control Board hope to do this by restrictive methods like reduction of hours of sale, Sunday closing (felt necessary as pubs in Scotland were closed on Sundays), prohibition of spirit sales at certain places and times, the no treating order which stated that people weren’t allowed to but other people drinks, the abolition of Grocers licences and the increased dilution of spirits.

They had several constructive plans to ensure they met their aim, they appointed managers on a fixed salary irrespective of trade done in alcohol sales and a commission on non-alcoholic sales, they ensured pubs sold food, the provision of music, games, facilities for writing letters, the provision of weak liquors and the reconstruction of premises.

In 1921 the Central Board was dissolved, but the Carlisle and District State Management Scheme survived and control passed to the Home Office. Under the Home Secretary the administration consisted of the State Management Districts Council, the general managers and local officers.The architectural changes carried out by designer Harry Redfern revolutionised assumptions about exteriors, layout, and functions of the pub.

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The pubs’ interiors were transformed dramatically. The small, dark and stuffy rooms were replaced with quarters which were as spacious as they were bright.

The tables had white cloths with flowers on top. Artistic prints and lithographs, illuminated with shaded lamps, lined walls and projected a homelike quality. Undivided cafĂŠ or restaurant rooms, created a hybrid between pubs and restaurants, most symbolically rejected traditional pub architecture.The scheme proved to be of financial success too, with the government making a profit out of it every year.

Despite the large set of positives that surrounded the scheme it was de-nationalised in 1971 due to a combination of lobbying by the brewers who were major funders of the Conservative party and the government’s opposition to any form of nationalisation.

The assets were sold off to brewing companies.

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Carlisle Beer Festival

If you love real Ales, Ciders and getting together with other enthusiasts then come and celebrate Carlisle’s 25th annual beer festival Thursday November 5 - 7 at the Hallmark hotel.

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The event will kick off on Thursday at 5pm through until 11pm.

Friday and Saturday 12pm until 11pm.

This year you can look forward to a variety of real ales and ciders.

With around 55 ales and 12 ciders on offer there’ll be a diverse range of flavours to tantalise your taste buds with.

Over half of the ales available will be brewed locally, Richard Weir, press officer for the Campaign for Real Ale’s (CAMRA) Solway branch, said: “Every year we try to include a good number of locally brewed ales and this year around half of them will be sourced in Cumbria. We try to keep them as local as possible using breweries from in and around the Solway.”

Each year this particular beer festival sees up to 800 people pass through the doors over three days. Richard said: “We always get involved and try to find out where people have travelled from, and a lot of the visitors travel from all over the country to celebrate with us.”The festival was originally set up to celebrate beer and cider and now it acts as a fund raiser for Eden Valley Hospice as well as a means of raising awareness of real ales.

Richard said: “Beer is becoming more popular again, I think people are becoming more interested in the different tastes and the huge variety that is now available.”

During the event, the Hallmark hotel will have a special menu catered specially for the beer festival so you can enjoy a tasty meal with your choice of beverage. Entry to the event is £3 standard, CAMRA members £1.

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One woman & her Camera

The wildlife found on the African Plains couldn’t been more different to that which is found among our fells but that was the draw for one Cumbrian woman who ventured into the wilderness of South Africa with her camera to photograph some of the most amazing animals on our planet.

Mary Cann, from Cleator Moor, has been a wildlife photographer for six years photographing British and Scottish wildlife but she decided she was ready for a different kind of challenge and took a huge step to fulfil a dream of hers; to visit Africa.

Mary said: “It has always been a dream of mine, to go to Africa. I have friends over there and I just thought why not?

Life is too short, and although I love taking pictures of our wildlife, Africa just takes it to a whole new level.”

She spent a month in Africa, camping in the bush in protected campsites but not every night was peaceful, she said: “I got up one night to go to the loo, I didn’t think anything of it, until the next day when I realised they had caught a leopard in 20

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our compound! Luckily it was caught in a humane trap and set free again but it just maked me realise just how close to the wildlife I was; we were amongst some of the strongest and most dangerous animals on the planet. A bit different to Cumbria I can tell you!”

Despite her close encounter Mary didn’t let it affect her and she continued with her trip.The leopard in the night wasn’t Mary’s only close encounter, she said: “One day, we were travelling in the truck when out of nowhere, a male and female lion crossed our path.They were so close you could have lent out and touched them, but they were unfazed by our presence. It was phenomenal.”

As she continued along the road, one of the world’s most magnificent animals emerged: “As we drove along the road, I was amazed to see an African Elephant cross right in front of us, she appeared from nowhere, and just disappeared into the savannah. I watched her in awe as she faded into the distance.

When she vanished, there was no sign that she had ever been there, the only evidence I have is the photograph I took.”

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The experiences Mary had whilst in Africa are things that most of us can only dream of, and it is quite possible that one day, experiences like this will just be a dream with the rapid decline of various species in Africa, Mary said: “I am so exhilarated that I went when I did. I had the opportunity to photograph some of the world’s rarest animals, one that is particularly poignant is the White Rhino.To be able to see one of the few that are left in the wild was unforgettable.”

Another animal Mary wasn’t expecting to see in its natural habitat was a leopard prowling in the grass; she was later told how lucky she was to encounter one so early in her trip, she said: “It was the leopard that I was really eager to get a picture of.

They are such beautiful, yet illusive animals so when I spotted one I didn’t hesitate.The South African guides told me it’s very rare that they spot one so I was very lucky.”

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“I actually got into wildlife photography when my husband, who is also a photographer, told me to take a picture of a fly. I took the photo and was amazed by the amount of detail that the image picked up, I then started with birds and it just went from there.”

Since her return from Africa, Mary has continued to travel Cumbria and Scotland with her camera at the ready.

Photographing animals in their natural state is Mary’s passion, for her, it’s about pleasure not making money and it all started with a photograph of a fly, she said:

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Saville Row

Golf is often associated with old men, flat caps and garish tartan trousers. However, this image is rapidly changing; golf is becoming increasingly popular among younger generations and it seems that these changes are starting to affect golfing fashions.

Matthew DeBoise from Carlisle has been making bespoke, semi-bespoke and made to measure suits at his family business Steed (Junction Road, Carlisle and Savile Row, London) since 2008.

With Steed’s ever expanding client base Matthew made regular trips to France, America and China for appointments with customers. After seven years with the company, that has seen their suits feature in American GQ, Russian GQ, American Express Departures Magazine and TIDE Magazine in China, Matthew is embarking on his own venture.

Along with his friend and golfing expert Ceri Menai-Davis, Matthew has created Saville Row Golf. Utilising Matthew’s tailoring experience and extensive knowledge of fabrics and Ceri’s golfing skills and expertise’s to create tailor-made golf-wear. The pair met last year at a charity event hosted

by Arsenal star Aaron Ramsey for Parkinson’s UK at Ceri’s golf club,The Shire London.

Matthew explained: “The event was a golf day and I didn’t really know Ceri at that time but he had asked me if I would fit and make him a suit for his wedding. We hit it off and became really good friends and he introduced me to Aaron which was great, as I’m a huge Arsenal fan! It was then that Ceri said ‘why don’t we do something together?’ so we created Savile Row Golf.”

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The company is still young and won’t be officially launched until November. It was unofficially launched earlier this year, in February and the guys were inundated with orders, fitting trousers for some huge stars in the golfing world.

Savile Row Golf have already kitted out some top London based Premiership Footballers, a top PGA Tour Professional, who is wearing their trousers on tour and even golfers at the recent 2015 Masters at Augusta National. Matthew said: “We couldn’t believe we had that kind of break through before we’d even started.To have big celebrities actually asking, specifically, for our services was amazing and to have it so early on really makes the future hopeful.”

“When we say to people that we’re doing tailor-made golf trousers people look at us as if we’re geniuses; really we’re surprised it isn’t already popular. We just thought it made sense and with Ceri being so into golf and me a tailor who’s enthusiastic about well-made clothes the idea just spiraled.”

Having golfing clothes tailored to you is a completely different experience to just grabbing a pair off the rail, Matthew said: “It’s an opportunity to have something unique; you get to choose from hundreds of cloths as well as getting first hand advice in regards to styling and fit, you also get more for your money because they fit perfectly to you and they will last.”

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Having never really been into the sport, this was a new world for Matthew but he’s recently caught the golfing bug which is storming the country especially in younger people. With the golfing poster boys Rory McIlroy and Jordan Spieth plastered all over our screens it’s easy to see why so many younger people are trying the sport.

Matthew said: “Golf has definitely become more popular in recent months; even I have been taken in by the sport in a big way since starting the company. I think it’s because of the younger stars and the other aspects of the game. It’s a game that can be played by literally anyone of any age or gender.”

“Thanks to the handicap system you can have a good laugh with your mates, Dad, Grandad or even your Grandma if it’s her cup of tea but then there’s still the competitive factor which adds a bit of fun.”

Savile Row Golf are currently taking bookings through their Twitter account: @Savile_RowGolf or email matthew.savilerowgolf@gmail.com Savile Row Golf are currently taking bookings through their Twitter account @Savile_RowGolf or email matthew.savilerowgolf@gmail.com

This is just the beginning, Matthew is already coming up with more ideas for the company, he said: “I have been thinking about how to make the range appealing to younger people as well.”

“We want the clothes to be wearable on and off course; my idea is that people can have a round of golf, then go have some food and a pint and then be able to go out on the town by pairing a nice fresh shirt with the smart well tailored trousers we have made for you.”

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Lucy Rose

Danielle Murphy talks to Lucy Rose about her love of Cumbria, tea and learning to find her voice.

From a backing singer for Bombay Bicycle Club to gaining regular national airplay with her song ‘Like an Arrow’ Lucy Rose seems to have come out of nowhere. While Lucy might only just be appearing on the radar it seems that she’s had Cumbria in her sights for a while and she’s preparing to perform at The Brickyard, Carlisle on Sunday October 25.

This will be Lucy’s second visit to Cumbria in just a few short months. She performed her fourth consecutive year at Kendal Calling in August, she said: “I didn’t want to leave; I wish I could have stayed longer. Kendal Calling is one of those festivals that I will always love, they have always supported me. It’s just a completely different atmosphere to the bigger festivals. It’s one of my favourite and I always look forward to it.”

Although Lucy’s obviously an advocate for our local music scene this will be her first gig in Carlisle, she said: “I have never played in Carlisle before. I actually asked to put it on my tour; I want to play in more cities just to get used to it. I also know how lovely Cumbrian people are, from those that I’ve met at Kendal Calling so I am excited to see how this will go.”

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Lucy will be touring with her new album ‘Work it out’, her song ‘Like an Arrow’ has been extremely popular receiving regular airplay on BBC Radio One, she said: “I don’t really know how well my songs are doing. It’s difficult to understand it really but it is lovely when people approach me and say how much they enjoy my music.”

Music has always been of Lucy’s life, she played the drums in the school orchestra and tinkled on the piano but it was the guitar she was really interested in.

She said: “My sisters played the piano and, as the youngest, I would just copy everything they did. It was only when they left school and I travelled to school alone that I noticed a guitar shop on the way.

I would pop in and talk to the gentleman about guitars,; because I was in an all-girls school we didn’t really have guitar lessons so I had never played one and I didn’t know anything about them. I became more and more curious about the instrument until eventually I asked my parents for one, they very abruptly told me: ‘No, you have too many instruments’. So I started to save what money I could and I bought one for £25. I took it home and taught myself how to play, and I just fell in love with the sound.”

She didn’t stop with the guitar, Lucy wanted to sing and I was astonished to hear that the beautiful, haunting voice I’ve heard so many times didn’t come easily, she explained: “I couldn’t sing to save my life. I wasn’t in the school choir because my voice was too low. It took a long time for me to find my voice; you have to practice, and train your voice.”

After becoming more confident with her voice and her skills on the guitar, Lucy began doing small gigs, she would go to open mic nights just to practice and see what people thought of her songs.

At 18 she was all set to head off to University to study Geography, but a spontaneous, young and curious Lucy decided to try a career in music.

She said: “Not everybody was thrilled with my decision, but it was what I wanted. I would travel around London performing in bars and club.

Then I met Jack, who everybody knows from Bombay Bicycle club. We just hit it off and started jamming together. It was only when he asked me to do backing vocals on his album that my career really kicked off.”

Lucy’s gigs are totally different to anything you’ll have experienced before, not only has she got a completely unique sound but it’s when she sells her own tea (which Fearne Cotton is a big fan of), chocolates and jams and chutneys at them, she said “I started the tea because I drink earl grey and builders tea and I was just wasting so many tea bags that I decided to create a tea bag with the best of both. It started as a selfish endeavour but people seem to enjoy it.The chocolate I sell for my house mate who makes his own chocolates, the flat always stinks of chocolate but it’s not a bad thing, I suppose.The chutneys that I sell are actually from a brand called Rubies in the Rubble, which is an organisation that uses waste vegetables and fruit to create jams and other preserves to sell. Then all the money goes towards helping the hungry.”

After talking to Lucy I can’t wait to see her at The Brickyard and if you ask me it won’t be long before this girl is playing arena gigs so make the most of the opportunity to see her at intimate venue while you can.

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Churros and Chocolate

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by Alan Spedding

The Cumbrian summer…. Ermmm, what can I say that hasn`t already been whinged about? I won`t go rubbing it in any more than I need to as I’m sure that we`re all a bit delicate on the subject of weather this year.

My recipe for this issue is a bit of a comforter for the chilly Autumnal nights and downright freezing winter ones which are no doubt heading our way pretty soon. Churros and Chocolate , are a true marriage made in heaven.

The original recipe for Churros is unknown. Some say that it was brought to Portugal and Spain from China, while others claim that its origins lie in Mexico and Southern America. The recipe has now spread its wings worldwide and has been tweaked and adapted countless times.

I`ve never actually made Churros before so after researching various recipes, taste testing them and adapting them to suit my own taste I came up with the version below which has a nice crispy coat and a moist dough interior. Have a little play around yourselves and see what suits you best, it`s all good fun and the kids love the mess.

The best place to eat this one is lying on the carpet in front of the T.V; it’s dark night’s comfort food at its very best.

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My recipe for this issue is a bit of a comforter for the chilly Autumnal nights and downright freezing winter ones

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75g - Butter 250ml - Water ¼ Tsp - Salt 140g – Plain Flour (Sifted) 3 - Eggs ( Beaten ) A bottle of Sunflower or vegetable oil for frying.

Caster Sugar with added Cinnamon or chopped Lavender for coating the Churros.

Method 1. Heat the Butter and Water together in a pan and bring it to a `rolling` boil.

2. Add the Salt to the Flour and then add this to the Water / Butter mixture. Remove from the heat.

3. Stir really well with a wooden spoon until the dough is smooth and leaves the sides of the pan.

4. Add half of the Egg mixture and beat in well until the dough comes together.

5. Add more of the Egg mixture but only until you have a dough with a nice piping consistency.

6. 6, Fit a piping bag with a Churros or Star nozzle and fill the bag with the Churros dough.

7. Heat the oil to 170 deg and then pipe in the Churros dough , snip to length with scissors.

8. Fry until crisp and Golden , then drain and toss in the Sugar mixture.

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400g - Good quality Chocolate (70% or above) 200ml - Full Cream Milk 2 /4 Tbs - double Cream The crushed seeds from 4 Cardamom pods 2 strips - Orange or Mandarin zest.(use a veg peeler)

There`s no end to discovering nice flavours to perfume your hot Chocolate drink with. If you just want pure quality flavours then use a good 75% Chocolate and full cream milk. If, like me, you want to experiment then try using Rose water / dried Rose petals or Lavender flowers. I used Mandarin zest and Cardamom seeds to flavour mine subtly.

Method 1. Chop the Chocolate with a knife and place in a jug.

2. Heat the Milk, Cream, Cardamom and zest and simmer for 5 minutes.

3. Pour the hot liquid through a sieve and on to the Chocolate.

4. Wait a couple of minutes and then whisk or blend together.

5. Serve hot or cold. The Chocolate will set in the fridge to a lovely dip.

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Howdens Joinery offer a contemporary range of products for all aspects of trade companies. With their range of 50 kitchen designs, extensive collection of accessories, worktops, handles, sinks, taps, flooring, doors and their exclusive variety of Lamona appliances it’s no wonder that trades people use Howdens.

Howden’s are extremely popular with tradespeople and local companies, Phillip Rheinbach, Director of Top Notch contractors in Carlisle, said: “We continue to use Howdens because of the excellent service we receive from them.They work very closely with us on design and we find them very helpful. I would definitely recommend them to other trades people”

With 600 depots in the UK Howdens are the country’s largest supplier and manufacturer of fitted kitchens, appliances and joinery products.

To find out more about Howdens visit their show room on Currock Road where an adviser will be more than happy to help.

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After only 12 months in business popular burger and cocktail bar Belted, Warwick road, Carlisle has announced plans to expand over the border.

Since its opening in July last year Belted, which is housed in the former general post office on Warwick Road, has gone from strength to strength.

The flagship restaurant in Carlisle has proved so successful and popular that the company is ready to expand by opening chains in Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, Newcastle and with keys in hand, they plan to open a branch on Frederick Street in Edinburgh by the end of the year.

Belted stands apart from other burger bars because the meat for their burgers is 100% traceable from farm to fork; this is the whole ethos of the company. Steve and Jenny Gilchrist and Evan Taylor are the creative minds behind the idea for Belted and they were determined to use high quality traceable meat. By working with farming partner Archie who has a farm south west Scotland, the team at Belted know exactly where their meat comes from and take care in ensuring that the process is fully traceable and fresh daily. Belted’s burgers are created by using every prime cut of the cow and each burger comes from 100% Galloway raised beef.

Evan, Operations Manager and the face of Belted, said: “Our goal has always been to provide customers with an experience they wouldn’t expect. Our food, staff and the restaurant is unlike anything else in the area.

We pride ourselves on our customer service and the reviews we receive.”

Their approach seems to be working because Belted, Carlisle, has attracted a host of ‘regulars’, Evan said: “We actually have one lady, who comes to enjoy a meal every week without fail. She is an older lady, and we love that we have such a diverse customer base. We welcome everybody to come and experience what we have to offer. Our staff are all specially trained and they are chosen carefully to ensure we deliver the best service possible.”

“We want people to enjoy coming to us, and we want them to bring the whole family, so if you want to bring your baby we will offer you a choice of ‘Ella’s Kitchen’ organic baby food which is completely free.”

It could be the contemporary, quirky interior design of the restaurant that draws people in or perhaps it is the cocktail bar which offers a range of cocktails, from your classic favourites to some of their own creations, or maybe it’s the food from its source, taste to the presentation. Whether it’s the unique way that Belted see their food or whether it is the excellent service you receive it’s obvious that people love it.

Belted Burgers may soon be appearing in big cities all over the UK, Evan said: “We have something unique to offer, and we want to spread it across the country and give everybody the opportunity to have the Belted experience.”

Maybe Belted can change the way we look at food?

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We find out if Oxley’s Head Chef, Mike Fahmy, can handle the heat Mike Fahmy has been a chef for 39 years and is the chef at Oxley’s Bistro.

Mike has worked all over Cumbria and all over the world, including the 5 star Hilton hotel in Munich. He has a passion for fresh and locally produced ingredients and recreating recipes especially if it means giving them a Mediterranean twist.

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Do you spend a lot of time in the kitchen at home?

Not really, I try and keep it simple at home. I have a busy life outside of the kitchen so i’m not really one of those chefs that spends their days off in the kitchen

“Many of those out there today are personalities more than chefs”

What is your first memory of the kitchen?

When I left school at 16 I started work as a waiter in a hotel in Kendal, while waiting for a vacancy in the kitchen. After just two weeks, I decided powdered soups, powdered mash potatoes and frozen vegetables wasn’t for me and I left soon after.

What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever cooked with?

Calves and sheep brains! I Don’t like the texture though so I’ve never actually tasted it.

What is your ultimate comfort food?

Having spent 2 years working in Cyprus, I love sitting at a table and enjoying a meze style meal, with a selection of different dishes, enjoying a good bottle of wine and if the weathers good sitting outside.

What is your idea of food hell?

Tripe or brains

What is your favourite type of cuisine?

Mediterranean and Middle Eastern. I like the blends of spices and herbs that they use.

What is your favourite restaurant to eat at anywhere in the world?

Burj Al Arab in Dubai. Although it was expensive, my wife and I treated ourselves for our silver wedding anniversary.

The food, service and ambiance were all amazing.

Who is your favourite celebrity chef?

Marco Pierre White. I like his no nonsense approach and he doesn’t mess around with food unless it is going to improve it. Many of those out there today are personalities more than chefs.

What are you most likely to cook at home?

Fresh fish, chicken and Mediterranean vegetarian dishes. We don’t tend to eat much red meat at home.

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reat Wall Gifts and Food shop has movedbut only two doors along the street to the corner of West Tower Street! The shop offers customers a variety of authentic Chinese and other Asian gifts as well as traditional ingredients and meals to make at home.

The shop has been open for three years and this year has moved to bigger and better premises where they offer the chance to try some genuine Chinese food and drinks in their little tea room.

Great Wall is the biggest supplier of authentic Chinese cuisine in Carlisle with a huge range of produce which includes specially imported traditional Chinese and Japanese teas, a range of spices and some mouth-watering home-made food.

Delicacies such as home made traditional Chinese dumplings, mandarin ingredients and hand finished Asian gifts are among the most popular items available. Great Wall takes pride in

being able to offer customers something different and an authentic taste of the orient that you can enjoy at home.

Mainly hand finished gifts include beautiful Chinese tea sets, some lovely ornaments and wall decorations that can add an oriental touch to your home and so much more.

More than just a place to buy specialist foods, paying a visit to Great Wall means experiencing the sights, smells, tastes and sounds of a journey through Asia particularly if you taste some of China and Japans favourite tea varieties.

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Braised Red Cabbage

Autumn is here, the leaves are starting to turn and the blackberries are ripe for the picking. Blackberry picking is a great activity to do with children but it’s easy to get carried away and end up with several tubs full and no idea what to do with them all. If you can’t face endless jars of blackberry jams, pies and crumbles then try something different like this recipe for braised red cabbage with blackberries; lovely comfort food that’s perfect with a roast or a hearty stew.

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25 g butter 1 onion, finely chopped 500 g red cabbage, quartered, woody core cut away, thinly sliced 2 tbsp light muscovado sugar 2 tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp ground mixed spice 150 ml apple juice Salt and freshly ground black pepper 225 g blackberries

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Heat the butter in a saucepan, add the onion and fry for three to four minutes, stirring until softened. Stir in the red cabbage then the sugar, vinegar, spice and apple juice. Season well with salt and pepper.

Cover and cook gently on the hob for 20 to 30 minutes, stirring from time to time until the red cabbage is tender. Add the blackberries and cook gently for 10 minutes.

This can be made earlier in the day and reheated in the pan or heated in the microwave.

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Isuzu Fur y D-Max

Isuzu launches new addition to D-Max range Isuzu UK is storming into the second half of 2015 with the addition of the D-Max Fury, an exclusiveto-the-UK model that boosts the D-Max pick-up range to 10 variants.

The new Fury packs a real punch with a number of unique style enhancements and technology upgrades.

Based on the Eiger double-cab model, the special edition can be tamed from just £19,999 (CVOTR), representing a saving of around £2000 compared to buying the accessories separately. Fury is available with either manual or auto transmission.

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The attention-grabbing style of the D-Max Fury starts with the stunning and unique Magma Red metallic paint finish, while bold 17-inch, five-spoke grey alloy wheels shod with 255/65 R17 Pirelli Scorpion tyres emphasise the pick-up’s powerful road presence.The exterior upgrades continue with a dark grey metallic finish to the front grille – complete with a fiery red Isuzu logo at its centre – and Cosmic black door and tailgate handles, and black rear bumper, as well as gun metal grey heavy-duty side steps.

Inside, the sporting nature of the Fury is made clear with unique red stitching to key contact points such as the steering wheel and gear knob and the provision of dedicated Fury carpet mats. Customers will also have the option to upgrade the interior upholstery to Limited Edition Black and Red Fury leather.They will have to move quickly as just 100 will be made available.

Fury also features a rear camera to aid easier parking and manoeuvring out of tight spots.

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2014 was the best ever year for Isuzu in the UK with sales of over 5,500 pick-ups and the growth has continued into 2015 with sales up over 30% year to date. Isuzu UK continues to be the biggest market in Europe for the Japanese brand by a considerable margin.

With the vehicle in ‘reverse’, the image behind is cleverly displayed in the rear view mirror inside the cabin.

At the heart of the Fury remains the powerful-yet-efficient 2.5-litre twin-turbo diesel engine, producing 163 PS and 400 Nm of torque. Isuzu’s robust diesel will return a highly impressive fuel economy of 38.7 mpg on a combined cycle.

Owners of the new Fury will also benefit from a heavyweight towing capacity of 3.5 tonnes (braked trailer) and 1,072 (manual) 1,067 (auto) tonne payload.

Fury will go on sale from September priced at £19,999 (CVOTR) for the six-speed manual and £20,999 (CVOTR) for the 5-speed auto. Like all new Isuzu models sold in the UK, the D-Max Fury will come with the company’s pioneering five-year / 125,000 mile warranty.

William Brown, General Manager at Isuzu UK, said: “We are confident the Fury will further widen the appeal of the D-Max which already has one of the widest choices of model of any pickup in the UK.The Fury has been designed for those seeking an affordable pick-up with stand-out appeal. It’s certainly a head-turner and, alongside the Blade and rest of the D-Max range, will meet the growing demand for a stylish vehicle which can be used for both work and recreation.”

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The powertrain portfolio features petrol and diesel units ranging from 100PS to 200PS, including an all-new 1.4-litre (145PS) ECOTEC Direct Injection Turbo, a four-cylinder unit from the same family as the one-litre, three-cylinder engine seen in Corsa, ADAM and VIVA. Equipped with OnStar, the first all-new Vauxhall to feature this technology; this includes highspeed 4G LTE mobile network, emergency response notification and stolen vehicle recovery technology.

Vauxhall’s all-new Brit-built Astra will premiere at the 2015 International Motor Show (IAA) in Frankfurt in September.

Built at Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port plant in Cheshire, the new Astra is up to 200kg lighter than the outgoing model and thanks to its clever design it is smaller on the outside and bigger inside.

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It is also one of the first vehicles from a mainstream manufacturer to get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, available through a new version of the IntelliLink infotainment system.

“The all-new Brit-built Astra raises the bar in terms of quality, design and connectivity,” said Tim Tozer, Vauxhall’s Chairman and Managing Director. “Lighter than ever before, with new powertrains and cuttingedge technology including OnStar, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto technology, the new Astra looks set to shake up the C-segment when it arrives in showrooms this autumn.”

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On site PGA trained professional Daniel Hookway and Stuart Rafferty will provide you with expert advice in all areas of the game from your swing to equipment. Utilising the latest in video and instructional equipment, ‘there is no swing that we can’t fix!’

There’s a lot going on at Ultimate Golf, California Road, Carlisle at the moment. With a change of name, renovations underway and variety of new and improved services, change is in the air for this popular driving range.

Ultimate Golf now operates under the name ‘Tour Performance Golf’, Daniel Hookway, director of the company, said: “We changed the name because we think it describes us much better. We are the perfect golf package, with our shop, coaches and custom-made club service we are an all-rounder.”

Whether it’s improving your game, learning the best techniques for your body, or getting a top of the range, custom-made golf club designed specifically for you, the new and improved Tour Performance Golf has all the facilities and expertly trained staff on hand to guarantee the best service possible.

With an elite team of golfing experts,Tour Performance Golf is every golfers dream. Russ Jones, the resident Golf Fitness Professional will help you find and fix any physical limitations that left unattended could cause poor performance and/or injury whist giving you a better understanding of how your body works in the golf swing Custom made golf clubs are made by golfing royalty, Jimmy Latta. Jimmy has extensive experience in club building/fitting and repairs built up over his many years on the European Tour working with the best players in the world for companies including Callaway/Srixon and Ben Hogan.

Tour Performance Golf are stockists of many major brands including Nike,Titleist, Srixon, Mizuno and many more.

Something else to get golfers excited is the shop refit which is going to mean a huge end of season sale with 25% off a huge variety of stock throughout the shop. And while the facilities at Tour Performance Golf continue to develop and improve, they are still open for business! You can still have the ultimate golfing experience!

The Tour Performance Golf website is currently under construction however, you can visit and sign up for information and offers coming up within the club.The new website will be complete with a brand new feature;Tour Performance Golf TV. Working with Liquid Studios, the Tour Performance Golf team

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Carlisle United

New way for a new season

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HEN Carlisle United manager Keith Curle speaks of “so many false dawns” those who have followed the club’s fortunes in recent times will know exactly what he’s talking about.

People think “here we go again because we have not delivered,” he says. “We have tempted people into the football club on a number of occasions, but we need to make sure we don’t disappoint them.”

It’s Curle’s team and Curle’s philosophy now. This time last year supporters were saying similar things about his predecessor, Graham Kavanagh, after a massive turnover in the playing staff; then it was Kav’s team.

Sadly it didn’t work out for Kavanagth. The slide in Carlisle’s fortunes, which really began five or six years ago when they missed out on promotion to the Championship by a narrow, frustrating sliver, continued to a level where one feared that the club was drifting towards losing its Football League status.

Curle did what his job description said on the tin last season. He kept them up. Now, with another mass influx of new players, and with the off-field circus temporarily shoved into the background, there is just a hint that better times lie ahead for the Cumbrians.

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You can almost hear the legendary Dick Young speaking when Curle talks about passing and moving and doing the simple things efficiently.

Young coached Carlisle in their glory days when they rose to the First Division. He always maintained there was no great secret. You get the right players to perform the simple tasks well; “Do the easy thing,” was his motto.

Curle says: “If you take football back a long way you hear people talk about pass and move. That is excellent and it hasn’t changed. We are not trying to reinvent the wheel because all we want is to play football on the ground by passing and moving the ball around.”

The Brunton Park boss believes word is starting to spread that United are playing entertaining and attractive stuff. But he warns that they are still very much a work in progress.

“We have only just started. There’s a long way to go, but we want people to come with us at the start of this journey,” he says.

There will be thrilling days and bad days as Carlisle explores the style of play Curle is demanding. Football fans are notoriously impatient, but the message is clearly stick with us.

The role of the recruiter seems to be given much more emphasis under the Curle regime. Lee Dykes has been out

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and about looking at players, assessing not just their abilities, but their character and personality to fit into what Carlisle are trying to achieve.

It makes sense that the person charged with identifying and signing new blood should be an integral part of the whole planning and tactical process and one gets the impression that Keith Curle sees Dykes as one of the key elements in his “new way” United.

The early signs have been promising. Jabo Ibehere, an honest, tough journeyman of the lower divisions, has provided the attack qualities they have lacked for a long time, and scored goals to add to his all round hold up skills.

There are still question marks over United’s defending, an area in which they have been notably poor for a while.

Curle himself recognises you can’t go on conceding 70 goals a season and expect to be anywhere else other than near the bottom of the league.

Quite how much progress United will make this season is still open to debate, but they look a more interesting and positive side and surely the squad Curle has assembled, now his squad rather than an inheritance of someone else’s team, will not struggle like the Carlisle side did last season.

The midfield has a more creative element this season, but again there will be ups and downs if they give possession away too cheaply in dangerous areas where opponents can hit them on the break.

Success or failure, I’m optimistic that Carlisle have at last turned the tide of decline, it’s now down to Curle and his ideas. He’s been allowed to do it his way, right through the organisation of the football club on the pitch and in the backroom. So now it’s his responsibility. Yes, it’s his team now.

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Across Across 1. Restricted (7) 5. Perils (5) 8. Detection device (5) 9.Villain (5) 10. The sheltered side (7) 11. Flightless bird of Australia (3) 12. Chasm (5) 14. Complies (5) 19. Prohibit (3) 20. Diplomatic (7) 22. Nimble (5) 23. Light beam (5) 24. Reside (5) 25. Boring (7) Down 1. Food store (6) 2. Decoration (5) 3. Goals (7) 4. Fin (6) 5. Stiff (5) 6. Stage set (7) 7. Repress (6) 13. Dressing (7) 15. Perplexed (7) 16. Overseas (6) 17. Dialect (6) 18. Tusked marine mammal (6) 20. Test (5) 21. Lariat (5)

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Arthritis in Dogs and Cats We have all heard of arthritis and probably quite a few of us are suffering from it. Unsurprisingly animals can also suffer from arthritis but what exactly is it?

What is arthritis?

Arthritis simply means ’inflammation of the joints’ but more accurately degenerative joint disease (DJD). Bones are covered in a smooth layer of cartilage, lubricated by a small amount of fluid which allows the surfaces to glide freely over each other. In arthritis there is cartilage damage or loss, usually as a result of wear and tear on the joint. This causes underlying bone to be exposed and can lead to pain and reduced movement in the joint.

Causes of arthritis Arthritis is mainly seen in older animals, but it can develop from an early age Most cases are as a result of abnormal rubbing within the joint capsule and can be caused by: • • • • • • •

Inherited characteristics Age Early rapid growth and weight gain before the skeleton fully develops Overfeeding Breed Trauma Developmental disease

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When you visit your vet they may be able to diagnose arthritis in the consulting room, but an X-ray is generally taken to confirm the diagnosis. Once arthritis is confirmed it rarely repairs itself, but the good news is that many pets can be pain free with the appropriate long-term medication and management to control further deterioration.

Treatment Your vet will be able to guide you towards the right sort of medication, but you can help by making sure that: • Your pet is not overweight and putting excess strain on damaged joints.

• Controlled exercise i.e. regular short exercise periods.

• Complimentary treatment for example Hydrotherapy which helps take the weight off your joints and builds up muscles around the joint to help support it.

Hopefully this has given a quick guide to arthritis so if you have any questions please see your vet for any guidance.

Clinical signs • Stiff when getting up • Limping • Change in character • Licking or biting the affected area • Reluctance to exercise

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Steve Tilston

Singer/songwriter Steve Tilston talks to Ali Hipkin ahead of his Thursby gig, about how a long lost letter from John Lennon brought him to the attention of the world.

When Steve Tilston answered the phone he warned me our interview may be interrupted by a call from the woman that does his nails - not quite what I was expecting from a folk music song smith but apparently it’s more common than you think among guitarists.

As I giggled at the idea of a 65 year old folk singer having a manicure Steve assured me it was a common occurrence, he said: “There are guitarists all over the country, all over the world, worrying about their nails. At my age they’re not as strong as they used to be so I get acrylics put on –it’s the bane of my life.”

With festivals and gigs lined up all over the country, which include Thursby Parish Hall on Saturday September 12, I began to understand the importance of the phone call he was expecting.

A few years ago Steve, who recorded his first album, Melody Maker, in 1971, was a quietly appreciated musician until the Daily Telegraph published an interview with Steve in 2010, in which he mentioned a letter that John Lennon had written to him.

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The story went viral, thrusting Steve into the limelight and inspiring the 2015 film Danny Collins, starring Al Pacino as an aging rock star ruined by drugs, wealth and fame. In the film Lennon writes to the much younger Collins, sending the letter care of a magazine which he had given a self-doubting interview to, the letter encouraged him to “stay true” to himself and his music.

But the letter only turns up decades later, when fame has already done its worst, and a tale of self-discovery and redemption follows.

The letter is where the similarity between Steve Tilston and Danny Collins ends. The real letter, which turned up 34 years after it was written, was sent in response to an interview Steve had given in 1971 with British underground magazine ZigZag in which he said: “If you get rich, you must change … your experiences will be different and they probably won’t have the same depth.”

Steve didn’t lay eyes on the letter until 2005, when a collector contacted him and asked if he would verify its authenticity, having never received it Steve could do no such thing.

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Steve will be performing songs from his new album, Truth To Tell at Thrusby Parish Hall. His newest songs capture and recollect people, places and personal experiences with vivid clarity. The release of Truth to Tell couldn’t be timelier as it looks back and honestly re-evaluates his fine legacy of intervening forty-three years.

Steve said: “I was quite angry about it at first but the anger has dissipated and it’s worked out, if I’d have got the letter the movie may never have been made. I may have missed out on meeting John Lennon but I’ve met Al Pacino.”

In the letter to Steve, John wrote: "Being rich doesn't change your experience in the way you think. The only difference basically is that you don't have to worry about money - food - roof - etc, but all other experiences - emotions relationships - are the same as anybody's. I know, I’ve been rich and poor, so has Yoko (rich – poor – rich) So whadya think of that?" He included his phone number with the letter so that they could discuss the matter. “I don’t think the letter has affected me artistically speaking, I think if I’d have met John Lennon it would have affected my music,” said Steve, “The story of the letter has helped put my name out there but it’s hard to know what might have been if I’d received it.”

Quite what the future holds for Steve, he’s not sure, he said: “I’m always thinking and plotting; I think I have a bit more music to write down and maybe in a few years I’ll write another book but an idea might just come to me and I’ll just have to get it all down.”

“You never know what’s round the corner, the whole letter from John Lennon came out of the blue and it goes to show that you never know who’s out there listening to your music.”

Right: The original letter from Johnand Yoko

Despite his new found global recognition Steve’s music remains his passion, over the course of his career he’s released 19 solo albums and collaborations, and remains a fine guitarist, lyricist and author. In 2012 his single The Reckoning won the Radio 2 Folk Awards’ best original song, Rod Stewart and Bob Dylan are reputed fans and he’s appeared on Jools Holland but one of biggest highlights was meeting Al Pacino, he said: “Meeting Al Pacino was pretty great, he’s such a delightful man.”

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//Music Thursday 3rd September National Theatre Live The Beaux Stratagem The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm -----------------------------------Fri 4th Sept The Sun explodes Brickyard -----------------------------------Sat 5th Sept Picnic Cinema - Burlesque Ballfeaturing Moulin Rouge Kirklinton Hall, Carlisle -----------------------------------Saturday 5th September Bay City Rollers starring Les McKeown The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm -----------------------------------Monday 7th Sept Jeff & Anne barnhart with special guest John Hallam Penrith Players Theatre -----------------------------------Tues 8th Sept Moose blood Brickyard -----------------------------------10th Sept to 13th Sept Silloth Music and Beer Festival Silloth Green, Silloth

18 Sept The Corn Potato String Band The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

Fri 11th Sept Hardwicke Circus The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Sat 12th Sept Kontiki Suite The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------13th Sept , 19:30 The Lindisfarne Story Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------Wednesday 16th September Bye Bye Baby, A Celebration of the music of Frankie Valli and the Four Season The Buccleuch Centre, Langholm -----------------------------------18th Sept The Corn Potato String Band Old/Time and Bluegrass The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------19th Sept DARK HEART ALLIANCE Brickyard, Carlisle -----------------------------------19th Sep ,19:00 The Other Half The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------20th Sept , 19:30 Sur Sangam Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------24th Sept ,19:00 Sleaford Mods/Steve Ignorant’s Slice Of Life/Mark Wynn Brickyard, Carlisle -----------------------------------Thursday 24th September Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham The Buccleuch Centre, Langhlm -----------------------------------Fri 25th Sept Led into Zeppelin Brickyard

14th Oct , 19:30 Bullet For My Valentine The Sands Centre, Carlisle Fri 25th September Subsound Presents Marcus Nasty(Rinse fm, 3000Bass) Attic nightclub -----------------------------------Fri 2nd Oct The View The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Fri 2nd October Dreaming of Kate Carniege Theatre, Workington -----------------------------------2nd Oct John Emil Montagnino - Blues on vocals and slide guitar The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------2nd Oct ,18:00 - 22:30 Travelling Light Ceilidh and Harvest Supper Threlkeld Village Hall, Keswick -----------------------------------2nd Oct , 20:00 - 22:00 Dreaming Of Kate Carnegie Theatre, Workington -----------------------------------2nd Oct ,19:00 John Emil Montagnino The Old Fire Station, Carlisle ------------------------------------

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Music / Theatre / Film / Comedy / Other Oct 3rd The Old Fire Station All Dayer The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------4th Oct , 19:30 The Johnny Cash Roadshow Theatre By Thwe Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------8th Oct ,19:30 Endymion Piano and Wind Ensemble Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------Oct 9th Mark Chadwick (The Levellers) The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------Fri 9th Oct Secret Affair Brickyard -----------------------------------9th Oct , 20:00 Secret Affair Brickyard, Carlisle -----------------------------------10th Oct , 20:00 The Magic of Motown The Sands Centre, Carlisle -----------------------------------Oct 13th The Sherlocks The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------14th Oct , 19:30 Bullet For My Valentine The Sands Centre, Carlisle -----------------------------------16th Oct Luke Jackson - award winning young vocalist and guitarist The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------Friday 16th Oct Dave Mccabe & The Ramifactions Brickyard

Thurs 22nd Oct Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Friday 23rd Oct Sensational 60’s Experience Sands Centre -----------------------------------23rd Oct , 19:30 Sensational 60’s Experience The Sands Centre, Carlisle ---------------------------------Sat 24th Sept Ferocious Dog The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Sat 24th October New Rave order Brickyard -----------------------------------24th Oct , 19:30 The Proclaimers The Sands Centre, Carlisle -----------------------------------25th Oct , 19:30 Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers Theatre By The Lake, Keswick 30th Oct , 20:00 -----------------------------------Tues 27th Oct King King The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------30th Oct ‘Real Time’ featuring Carlisle’s own Danny Hart on violin The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------6th Nov The Henry Girls - touring Europe, Canada and the USA The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------Sat 7th Nov The Drifters The Sands Centre

Thurs 22nd Oct Matthew Halsall & The Gondwana Orchestra The Old Fire Station 26th Nov The Chaplins - featuring the well known Jill Jackson formerly of ‘Speedway’ fame The Old Fire Station, Carlisle -----------------------------------11th Dec The hugely popular and hilarious Vin Garbutt The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

//Theatre 23rd May to 4th Nov The 39 Steps Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------6th Jun to 6th Nov Abigail’s Party Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------13th Jun to 6th Nov The Lady of the Lake Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------23rd May to 4th Nov Suddenly Last Summer Theatre By The Lake, Keswick

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Friday 4th Sept - Thurs 5th Nov The Lady of the Lake Theatre by the Lake, Keswick 25th Jul to 7th Nov Fallen Angels Theatre By The Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------Friday 4th Sept - Thurs 5th Nov The Lady of the Lake Theatre by the Lake, Keswick -----------------------------------Sat 5th September - Thursday 5th November Abigails party Theatre by the Lake -----------------------------------Sun 6th Sept Roots in Cumbria Theatre by the Lake -----------------------------------Tues 8th Sept Black is the Colour of My Voice The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------13th Sept , 19:30 - 22:00 Danceology Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle -----------------------------------14th Sept,19:30 Every Brilliant Thing The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

15th Sept , 19:00 Opera Australia: Aida Alhambra Cinema, Keswick -----------------------------------22nd Sept , 19:15 Royal Opera House’s Romeo and Julie​t Alhambra Cinema, Keswick -----------------------------------24th Sept , 19:00 National Theatre Live: Coriolanus Alhambra Cinema, Keswick Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle -----------------------------------26th Sept Ice Picks and Violets Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle 29th Oct to 31st Oct The Drowsy Chaperone Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle -----------------------------------29 Oct 2015 to 31 Oct Urinetown Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle

//Comedy 27th Sep, 19:00 Dickens Abridged The Old Fire Station, Carlisle ---------------------------10th Oct , 19:00 Darren Farley The Old Fire Station, Carlisle ---------------------------1st Nov Sarah Millican Theatre By The Lake, Keswick

//Other Wednesday 8 July – Sunday 6 September 2015 Make It! With Minecraft The Rheged Centre,Penrith -----------------------------------Tues 1st Sept - Sun 18th Oct The Carlisle Historical Pageants Tullie House -----------------------------------Thurs 3rd - Sun 6th Sept Borderlines Carlisle Book Festival -----------------------------------3rd Sept - Thurs 10th Sept Afghan Blanket Crochet Courses Hobbycraft -----------------------------------Fri 4th - Sun 6th Sept Craft and Gift Marquee Houghton Hall Garden Centre Thursday 3 September 2015 Live From The National Theatre The Beaux’ Stratagem The Rheged Centre,Penrith

8th Sept to 10th Sept The Tour of Britain Carlisle City Centre, Carlisle

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Sat 5th Sept - Fri 4th Oct Breathe”” A new exhibition by Rachel Greenbank Circle Bar ------------------------------------ Sat 5th Sept Thursby Village Show Thursby Parish Hall -----------------------------------Sat 5th Sept Jurassic Adventure Kirklinton Hall -----------------------------------Sun 6th Sept Short Story Workshop with the Carlisle Writers Tullie House -----------------------------------Sun 6th Sept Memoir Writing with Vivien Jones Tullie House -----------------------------------Sun 6th Sept Arts and Craft Houses in the Lake District with Esme Whittaker Tullie House -----------------------------------Sunday 13 September 2015 Rheged’s Autumn Fair The Rheged Centre,Penrith -----------------------------------Tuesday 15 September 2015 Captured Live From The Handa Opera, Sydney Harbour Aida The Rheged Centre,Penrith -----------------------------------14th Feb to 10th Oct Antique & Collectors Fair United Reformed Church​, Cockermouth -----------------------------------28th Apr to 28 Nov , 09:00 - 14:00 Wigton Country & Crafts Market The Market Hall, Wigton

8th Sept to 10th Sept The Tour of Britain Carlisle City Centre, Carlisle -----------------------------------10th Sept Tour of Britain crafts Greenhead & Gilsland ​- ----------------------------------12th Sept, 19:30 Jazz Dacre hall, Lanercost -----------------------------------18th Sept to 19 Sep Egremont Crab Fair Egremont Market Hall, Egremont -----------------------------------Sat 19th and Sun 20th Sept Exploring Felt with Julie Harrison Tullie House -----------------------------------26th Sept, 19:00 Cumbrain active paranormal society evening Kirklington Hall -----------------------------------26th Sept Cookery Demonstration Kirklington Hall -----------------------------------Thursday 17 September The Rocky Horror Show Live Live From The Playhouse In London’s West End The Rheged Centre,Penrith -----------------------------------Sat 17th Oct The Tullie House Mushroom Hunt with Paul Nichol Tullie House ----------------------------------Fri 23rd Oct Roger McGough - As Far As I Know The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Fri 23rd Oct Antique, Vintage & Collectables Fair

Parkin Memorial Hall, Pooley Bridge -----------------------------------Sat 24th Oct - Sunday 1st Nov How to be a Soldier Carlisle Castle -----------------------------------Sat 24th - Sun 25th Oct Ruskin Lace with Karen Quickfall Tullie House -----------------------------------Sat 24 OctoberFood & History Evening. Greece. The Border Regiment and the King’s Own Royal Border Regiment in the last 100 years’. John Crouch and Stuart Eastwood.

Thursby Parish Hall -----------------------------------Sun 25th Oct Our teacher is a troll The Old Fire Station -----------------------------------Sat 31 Oct Fireshow Funday Carlisle city centre ------------------------------------ Sat 31st Oct Carlisle Fireshow Bitts park ------------------------------------ Thurs 5th Nov - Sat 7th Nov Carlisle Beer Festival Hallmark Hotel -----------------------------------Thurs 4th Nov Strictly Balti The Old fire Station

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Forget what you think you know about the legend of King Arthur because it’s about to be challenged by Benjamin Askew’s The Lady of the Lake at Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake.

Askew has certainly made room for his own interpretation of Arthurian legend. His contemporary retelling of the famous story acknowledges claims that Arthur was a son of Carlisle, seating the action in the familiar surroundings of the Cumbrian fells.

Far from the conventional portrayal of King Arthur as a strong and heroic leader Askew depicts a defeated and weary King who is keen to live out his final days in the peace of his Cumbrian castle.

Arthur is not the sole focus of this play, Askew admits that he is interested in the idea of stories, particularly myths, and it’s a theme that runs through the play with the characters obsessing over the idea of how things will be told or how they will be remembered while the story teller,Taliesin, delights in the influence he has over his fellows with the power to write them out of the story if he chooses.

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chaotic scene towards the end of the play a frantic Taliesin, exclaims: “This climax is too complex!” which sums up the general feeling amongst the audience.

The development of the characters is a theme that runs throughout the play, Richard Keightley’s portrayal of young Taliesin is perfect. He shows the progression of a character, who, at first, finds joy in the control he, as the story teller, has over the other characters which in turn becomes panic as the characters and the story whirl out of his control.

Other stand out members of the cast are Emily Tucker as Morgan, Charlotte Mulliner as Nimue and Ben Ingles as the fame hungry and wild warrior Owain.

Ingles has also excelled in his role as movement director working closely with, director Mary Papadima and fight director Peter Macqueen to create some memorising scenes that reference sex, birth and violence which include some successfully choreographed slow motion fight scenes. All this action takes place on Elizabeth Wright’s perfectly simple and versatile set which reflects the surrounding fells that the actors use to their advantage.

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Carlisle Folk and Blues Club has been running for 26 years, and this year marks a new chapter for the much loved organisation which holds regular Folk nights as they have taken up residency in the recently renovated Old Fire Station arts centre. Sue and Ken Bradburn formed the Folk and Blues club in 1989 after they’d attended a quiz night at the Labour club in Carlisle; they saw the club’s potential as a music venue and started to organise gigs.

Over the years the club has had several homes but the new arts centre is the perfect live music venue. Run by Carlisle County Council the venue has already held several music events Paul Hart, artist bookings manager for the Blues and Folk Club, said: “Since moving to the art centre we have thoroughly enjoyed the pleasures that come with it.

We have a huge stage, and permanent lighting as well as a brilliant sound system which wasn’t available to us before. Also, many folk nights held all across the nation are held in art centres because of the atmosphere and the accessibility to equipment.”

Now internationally renowned, the Carlisle Folk and Blues Club has attracted hundreds of artists not only from the UK but from the likes of Canada, the USA and Europe. Paul said: “We get some of the biggest and best folk artists from all over the world. We pride ourselves on the standards we uphold.”

Despite the name ‘Folk and Blues Club’ it isn’t, strictly speaking, a ‘club’ for members.The events they put on are available to everyone and they want to urge people to come and experience one of their events. Something that makes the club unique is that it’s available to under 18s, Paul said: “A lot of the time, music events are held in pubs and clubs that are not accessible to those under 18 but we want young people to be able to enjoy the music that we are putting on, that is another reason the art centre is so brilliant.”

“We aim to bring first class music to Carlisle and we want people to come and enjoy the musicians we are putting on,” said Paul.

The next band to play is the Corn Potato String band all the way from the USA on Friday September 18.Tickets are £12 each and you can expect some true country style folk sounds.

The trio play the fiddle, banjo and guitar which together create the ultimate folk band.

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Roman Dig

After five years of extensive archaeological digs the Maryport Roman Temples Project has come to an end but not without some fascinating discoveries.

A total of 23 stone altars have previously been found at the Maryport site and it is this that the project was set up to investigate. The project which started in 2011 aimed to explore more of Maryport’s famous landscape and its complex religious landscape.

Although the team are going into the writing up stage of the project several exciting discoveries and conclusions have already been made. Not only have the team answered their research questions but they have extended the history of Maryport to the possibility of their presence in the first century, and as late as the fourth or fifth century.

Professor Ian Haynes, project director, said: “This year we have been able to demonstrate that the temples formed part of a large monument complex, unlike anything discovered on Britain's Roman frontier to date.

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“In 2011 we found the altars had been used in the foundations for later timber buildings just over the ridge, not ritually buried as previously thought. We think that when they were originally dedicated to the Roman god Jupiter by commanders of the fort each year - which we know from the inscriptions - a number of them would have been displayed together on the cobbled precinct.

“The complex was a major undertaking and was dominated by a substantial precinct where many of Maryport's famous altars may have once stood.”

“We’ve also found more evidence from ditches below the precinct for a temporary camp, which appears to date from before Hadrian's Wall was constructed, evidence for the movement of Rome's campaigning armies. Site director Tony Wilmott first suggested that there might be indications of an early camp back in 2013, but the proof of his hypothesis came this year.”

“Our aim has always been to find out more about how the famous collection of Maryport Roman altars, unearthed in 1870 and now in the Senhouse Roman Museum, were originally displayed in Roman times.”

“We’ve understood a lot more about how the site was used. The whole site formation, the way the site has developed in the post Roman, post Medevil period is quite important to understanding what has gone before.”

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Daisy said: “I didn’t realise what it was when I first saw it.

It wasn’t until it was sent to the finds team that I realised wheat it was.”

“I never expected to find something like this I just thought I’d just find Roman pottery.”

Although the gem is smaller than a pound coin, it tells us a great deal about the site at Maryport, Prof Haynes explained: “It shows us that there were wealthy, powerful, adorned people on the site. We’ve had indications of people like that crossing the sight before but it is a cracking find and our initial indications are that this is a very very rare piece indeed.”

“We have extended the history of Roman Maryport forward to the earliest of the Roman empire and with the excavations on the hill we’ve extended it to the latest.”

The Maryport site has exceeded the team in terms of what they have found, Prof Haynes said: “I feel we’ve reached a natural point where we’ve addressed, as well as we can, the questions we were set and I think it would have been very difficult to have done more and I think the team, which I’ve had the privilege of working with, have done a cracking job.”

He was quick to add: “There is so much more for future generations to do here, there’s so much more to do here.

It’s not over because we’ve left.”

“There aren’t buildings that offer a natural parallel to the scale and monumentality of what we’ve found in Britain. This is not just exceptional within a part of Britain this is a really distinctive thing and it’s extremely exciting.”

“The site was an engineering achievement, if you look back 1800 years you’ve got a big wall, a precinct, a sacrifice going on, some of the richest and most cultured people in this area are gathering here. It’s epic and it’s designed to be seen.

If you were on a boat on the Solway you’d see this and you’d know this was the precinct. You’d see the roof of the temple sticking out and you’d know ‘that’s where Jupiter is the most powerful of all the Roman gods is worshipped’.

We don’t have a ritual land like this anywhere in Romes Northern Frontier, there might be others out there but they are yet to be discovered.”

Another exciting discovery was made this year by Newcastle University archaeology student Daisy-Alys Vaughan who found a rare piece of rock crystal Roman jewellery from the second or third century, which is believed to have been the centre piece from an expensive ring. The head of a bearded man, possibly a philosopher, is carved into the back. The carving is filled with white material, possibly enamel, and there was a small piece of bronze with the stone which was the backing to the white head. When originally worn the polished bronze back would have looked like gold through the stone.

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Wildlife of The Solway Firth THE HALIBUT

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(Hippoglossus hippoglossus) By Mark Vollers

To catch a genuine halibut in the Solway Firth would indeed be a rarity but as they are native to the north Atlantic it’s not impossible.

They are generally found in deep cool water, where after initially feeding on prawns they predate on cod, haddock and even squid.They have a good set of teeth to grasp their prey.

This fish is closely related to the plaice and other flatfish but can grow much much bigger. Like the plaice they metamorphose at a very small size into a laterally flattened shape with both eyes on one side of the head (the right hand side).

With great expertise they can be bred in captivity and this is currently happening in Scotland (Gigha Halibut) so genuine halibut (there are similar species also called Halibut by the trade) is now sometimes on the menu again.

Historically they’ve been recorded at over 300kg or a quarter of a ton! To reach this size now the fish would have to evade trawlers for about 50 years and this is now very unlikely.They reach maturity late at about eight years and so even if they are not being specifically targeted they will be as part of by- catch and this has led to their virtual disappearance from UK waters over the last 30 years.

We are very pleased to have some now as part of our displays at the Lake District Coast Aquarium.These are about a year old with terrific appetites and look very like flounders.

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WH A T ’ S ON

The

Carlisle Handy Map

Attractions

1 Carlisle Castle and Border Regiment Museum 2 Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery Guild Hall Museum The Pools LaserQuest VUE Cinema

3 4 5 6

Points of Interest

1 Central Library 2 Market Hall 3 Skate Park

Local Ameneties

Tourist Information Public Toilets Police Station Citadel Station Parking 24hr Petrol Station The Lanes Shopping Centre

Places Of Worship

1 Our Lady and St Joseph’s Catholic Church 2 St Cuthbert’s Church 3 Carlisle Cathedral

Colleges/University

1 Carlisle College

Parks

1 Bitts Park

Sports Grounds

1 Swifts Golf Course and Driving Range

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Summary of train times between Sunday 17 May – Saturday 12 December 2015.

Barrow-in-Furness - Whitehaven - Carlisle Mondays to Fridays Barrow-in-Furness Askam Millom Ravenglass Seascale Sellafield St. Bees Whitehaven 0624 Workington 0642 Maryport 0650 Wigton 0711 Carlisle 0733

0546 0558 0620 0642 0651 0656 0707 0718 0739 0749 0812 0833

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0920 0930 0947 1005 1012 1019 1029 1038 1056 1104 1126 1149

1010 1020 1037 1055 1101 1108 1118 1128 1146 1154 1216 1238

1138 1150 1212 1234 1243 1248 1259 1310 1332 1342 1405 1428

1236 1246 1303 1321 1328 1336 1346 1356 1414 1422 1443 1506

1331 1341 1358 1416 1422 1428 1440 1454 1513 1522 1544 1606

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Additional trains operate between Barrow-in-Furness and Millom - please see Northern timetable guide 6 for full details.

No Sunday service between Barrow-in-Furness and Whitehaven.

Carlisle - Whitehaven - Barrow-in-Furness Mondays to Fridays Carlisle 0515 Wigton 0534 Maryport 0558 Workington 0609 Whitehaven 0631 St. Bees 0641 Sellafield 0652 Seascale 0657 Ravenglass 0706 Millom 0727 Askam 0750 Barrow-in-Furness 0805 Saturdays Carlisle 0515 Wigton 0534 Maryport 0557 Workington 0608 Whitehaven 0630 St. Bees 0640 Sellafield 0651 Seascale 0656 Ravenglass 0705 Millom 0725 Askam 0748 Barrow-in-Furness 0803

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Additional trains operate between Millom and Barrow-in-Furness - please see Northern timetable guide 6 for full details.

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HE A L TH A N D B E A U T Y

We a r R e d

Red is the colour of danger, of passion, of seduction, a festive colour and the colour of remembrance.

Red lips and nails scream old Hollywood glamour and instantly conjure up images of the 40s and 50s.

Around this time of year we start seeing red everywhere, Christmas stock starts flooding the shelves, red hats and gloves that promise to brighten up any cold, dull day and everyone is sporting the same significant red accessory; the poppy.

Psychologists have spent years studying the effects of this bold colour, looking into how it makes us feel when we wear it and how it makes others feel.

Studies have confirmed the power of the colour when it comes to attracting attention; both men and women find the opposite sex more attractive when they see them wearing red. One study showed that waitresses wearing red, particularly red lipstick, gained bigger tips than those that didn’t.

Wearing red can help increase confidence, motivation and even promote leadership skills.

Red is not a colour everyone feels comfortable with, wearing red requires bravery, but with so many positive associations. This is definitely the time to bring a bit of red into your wardrobe.

If you’re looking for some inspiration, here are some of the top red items on the market right now.

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Men A red shirt is a wardrobe staple You can wear it to the office on those days where you need to impress, show your colleagues and superiors that you’re confident and able, or wear it on a hot date and show her you’re not afraid to stand out from the crowd.

This shirt from Topman is a gorgeous deep red colour, can be buttoned up for a formal look, or leave a couple undone for a loose laid back image.

This shirt is just £25 and with it’s versatility, will last well into the colder months.

Ladies A red dress is the way to give yourself the confidence to get what you want.

Pair it with heels and you’re ready to be the life and soul of the party.

Wear with a pair of tights and matching shoes to show everyone at work who’s the boss.

This split red dress is bright and beautiful, and will accent all your best bits, which is all of them! A gold necklace or a gold bracelet is the perfect way to finish this outfit off. If wearing red clothes isn’t something you feel comfortable with there are alternatives, ladies you could lean towards red lipstick. Gents, choose a red tie for a subtler approach and little by little, you could find yourself implementing more red into your wardrobe and reaping all the benefits that go with it!

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Introduction

From the moment we put a sheet (or in my case a net curtain) over our heads we start to imagine what our weddings will be like. I remember running into the kitchen, aged about 5, after watching a Flintstones video where Pebbles and Bam-Bam get married and saying “Mum when I get married I’m going to say ‘I Yabba-Dabba Do’ instead of I do!” My mum looked at me like I’d gone mad, thankfully I have grown out of that idea but I haven’t grown out of wondering how my wedding will turn out.

Once you’ve found your Prince Charming and you’ve got the ring you have the incredibly exciting task of turning your dream wedding into a reality. It’s all smiles and champagne until you realise you don’t know the first thing about planning a wedding, most of us have never planned one before so how do you know where to start? Take a step back a breath; you’ve picked up The Bride Guide so you’re already thinking on the right lines.

We’ve been talking to the experts to find out what you should be looking for and thinking about when your choosing your venue, flowers and, of course, the dress. Plus Bridget Foster gives us the load down on bridal make up and Browns of Lockerbie tell us what’s in for bridal hair for Spring/Summer ‘16 and we’ve even squeezed in a little survival guide for Grooms.The one piece of advice all our experts seems to give is to book early.

Your wedding is ultimately a celebration of your love and commitment to each other so enjoy this time, make decisions and choose things that represent you as a couple.

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Venue Reception Venue Registrar Accommodation Marquee Hire Caterers Photographer Flowers Cake Transport

Hair and make-up Dress

Shoes Bridal accessories e.g. veil tiara Bridesmaids

Groom & Groomsmen Rings Save the date cards Invites Favours

Table settings entertainment Travel agent Hen do Stag do

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F i n d i n g t h e Pe r fe c t D r e s s

Officially the venue is at the top of the priority list but you can almost guarantee it’s the dress that’s really at the top of any bride’s list.

Since the moment she said “yes” she’s been thinking her dream dress but when faced with rails of white, cream, ivory and gold, beaded corsets, strapless dresses, sweetheart necklines, fishtails, net skirts, satin, lace and silk how do you find The One? Ailsa Brewster Taylor of The Wedding Warehouse, Carlisle, told us how to go about finding “The” Dress.

Most women start thinking about their wedding dress from a young age, but underestimate how far in advance they need to start looking, Ailsa said: “I would recommend you start looking about 18 months before the wedding. Once you’ve set the date you should start looking for your dress; the longer you leave it the less choice you have.”

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“The best advice I can give is keep an open mind, and trust the person who is looking after you,” Equally, it’s important to go to bridal shops with an open mind. You need to be aware that what you like the look of on screen, or in a magazine, won’t necessarily suit your body.

It’s different for everyone, Ailsa said: “Your shape is unique; people often have an idea about the dress they want, but when they try it on, they hate it. Always consider the fact that everybody is different.”

It’s because ALL wedding dresses, unless bespoke, need to be sent away for alteration… whether it’s an adjustment to the hemline or the bust.

One of the key trends coming off the runways for spring 2016 is the ball gown style so we’re seeing plenty of tulle skirts. Lace, which has been the popular choice for the last few years, has been replaced by floral embellishments.

Most brides have a couple of fittings; one when the dress arrives in store and one or two with a seamstress, but it ultimately depends on how much work needs to be carried out. Many bridal shops say the absolute latest to find the dress is eight months ahead.

“The best advice I can give is keep an open mind, and trust the person who is looking after you,” said Ailsa, “in some bridal shops they don’t get as involved, but we always try to help find something that is perfect for you.”

There’s nothing more disappointing than finding the dress of your dreams and not being able to afford it, Ailsa said: “Budget! Your best friend is your budget when looking for your dress. You need to be realistic about what you can afford, otherwise you will be disappointed.”

“We know what body shapes suit certain dresses. Just try on what people suggest, nine times out of ten brides go with a dress that has been picked by their mother’s and they are always surprised.”

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Wedding Fayre

At Hallmark Hotel Carlisle Sunday 18th October 11am – 4pm The stunning 4* Hallmark Hotel Carlisle is the perfect venue for a wedding to remember, Licensed for civil ceremonies and catering for up to 180 guests

The perfect opportunity to gain ideas for your special day.

Including – •A stunning venue •Photographers •Candy carts •Florists •Cakes •Room dressing

Hallmark Hotel Carlisle, Court Square, Carlisle CA1 1QY 01228 531951 carlisle.events@hallmarkhotels.co.uk www.hallmarkhotels.co.uk

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The Bride at Her Best

It’s the bride’s prerogative to look her best on the big day but with hundreds of eyes on you (and the groom) all day it can put you under huge pressure.

Demi Moore once said: “I’m a big believer that if you focus on good skin care, you really won’t need a lot of make-up”. It’s not bad advice and it’s worth bearing in mind in the days, weeks and even months leading up to the big event. Sally Lankaster from Oxley’s Health Spa has some advice to help you get your skin wedding photo ready. If you don’t already have a skin care regime in place, Sally recommends you start one as soon as possible, she said: “You want a complete regime which includes exfoliating, cleansing, toning and moisturising. You should start it at least two months prior to the wedding, however

I would begin as far in advance as possible to give your skin time to get used to the products and to adjust and settle.”

It’s not just about having a daily skin care routine a lot of brides opt for skin treatments like microdermabrasion for scarring or a series of facials in the weeks leading up the wedding. Sally said: “I would recommend having any treatments you’re thinking about a few weeks in advance, even a month before the wedding.Your skin will often get worse before it gets better so it is important to give it some time.”

Facials in particular can cause break outs and redness, it’s also best to avoid wearing a lot of make-up for 24 hours after a facial.

There’s always a new skin care product on the shelves which promises flawless skin but Sally recommends one product above all the rest, she said: “Moisturise, moisturise, moisturise!

Moisturiser is possibly the most important product to use for your skin, not only can it help with dry or oily skin but it gives your skin a dewy and youthful glow.”

It’s not all about the face, you’ll want to feel every bit as gorgeous in your own skin as you do in your dress which is where Oxley’s comes in, Sally said: “We do full body exfoliations on a lot of brides-to-be and find it particularly popular.

It leaves you with beautifully soft skin.”

We can’t guarantee that you won’t have a break out days before the wedding but if you think like Demi and follow Sally’s advice you’ll be well on your way to beautiful skin on the big day.

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THE B R I D E G U I D E

The first and most important step when planning your wedding is finding and booking your perfect venue.

The dress might be something we all dream of but, the venue can give your wedding the wow factor.

The majority of venues have the facilities to cater for both large and small wedding receptions We spoke to wedding so it’s important to think about how big your co-ordinator Jenny at party will be, with this in mind Jenny, Wedding Hundith Hill Hotel, about C0-ordinator at Hundith Hill said: “The first what to look for when you’re thing to think about is how many people are trying to find the venue of going to attend and whether the venues you your dreams. visit can cater for your numbers.”

It’s vital that you think carefully about your budget before you start looking at venues, having a set amount of money will prevent you from spending unnecessarily. Jenny explained: “A budget is always important.

One of the biggest problems is brides choosing things they want then not being able to afford them at the final stages of the wedding planning.”

“We find cost is the most important thing for brides; they want to know how much they are going to spend but they also look for the little things, like room hire charges. We don’t charge extra for room hire and this is very popular with brides,’’ says Jenny.

You may also want to think about how much additional work you want to put into your big day. Converted barns can make beautiful, quirky venues but most of them need to be furnished, which means sourcing tables, chairs, catering and maybe even carpets in addition to your table decoration.

The venue sets the theme for the wedding so you need to consider what you want.

Food is another factor to think about when picking a venue.

Do you want a Buffet or a roast? Jenny said: “We recommend you choose something easy, simple and that is universal. We recommend people choose a roast lunch because people

know it and generally enjoy it.”

To make the whole experience easier for both the venue and the couple it is important to communicate, Jenny said: “Keep to meetings.Your ideas will change a lot before the big day, so keep the venue informed.”

Jenny said: “We work hard to make sure that the brides and grooms get what they want on the day. We keep in constant contact so that everybody is up to date with everything and to make sure everything runs smoothly.”

By staying in contact with your venue, you can ensure your day runs to plan. All of these factors make up everything you need to think about when it comes to choosing a venue for your big day.

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The Mother of The Bride

Specialising in mother of the bride outfits Susan Dowes, Genevieive, is a dream come true for any mother of the bride worrying about her outfit, she said: “The very first thing you need to think about is the colour scheme. This will determine what colours you should be looking for. I always advise customers to go for a subtle and soft colour that matches the bridal party.”

“I would advise going with the bride, she knows the colour scheme she wants and she is likely to be the most honest.”

It’s important to choose an outfit you feel confident in, Susan said: “You have to find something you are comfortable in. If you’re not 100% happy this will affect your confidence and the way you hold yourself will be completely different. You want to shine so make sure you are content with your choice.”

But this doesn’t mean you can’t try something new, Susan said: “Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Experiment and be daring because you never know, you might try something on that you are unsure about on the hanger and completely fall in love with it once you’ve tried it on. Try on a wide range of outfits before making a final decision.”

“The typical straight fitted chiffon dress, with a little jacket is still very popular at the minute. It’s a classy look and you can wear the outfit again.”

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The Mother of the bride is one of the most important people at the wedding, besides the bride and groom, of course. Her outfit should be elegant and complement the colour of the bridal party. For some, shopping for an important outfit like this is a daunting prospect, that’s where Susan Dowes of Genevieve, Warwick Road, Carlisle comes in.

If you really want to stand apart from the crowd, you should buy your outfit from an independent business, Susan said: “I always recommend buying from independent shops, it is the only way you can really ensure that you are wearing something unique and nobody else will show up in the same thing. It would be a bit awkward if the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom turned up in the same outfit.”

Finding the perfect outfit can be a lengthy process, Susan said: “One of the most important things to do is take your

time. There is no rush, enjoy yourself whilst trying on the different outfits and have a laugh. Just don’t panic, you will find something you like, you just need to be willing to try a variety of different styles.”

Instead of looking at it as a daunting task, try and enjoy yourself and use it as an opportunity to spend some quality time with the bride before she walks up the aisle.

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Floral Guide

Whether it’s classic Roses or the modern posy of Gypsophila, flowers can make a wedding; they complement the bridal ensemble and brighten up the day. Sarah Dean from Bay Tree Florists, Denton Road, Carlisle, spoke to us about what to look for when you’re looking for the perfect florist.

The secret to planning a successful wedding is to be organised, you should never underestimate the importance of forward planning. Once you’ve booked the venue get the florist and the photographer booked. Sarah believes that the earlier you book your florist the better, she said: “You have to remember that most florists have at least two or three weddings every week, so the best way to ensure you can book your date is to do it as soon as you know it, even if you’re not sure what kind of flowers you want yet. I would recommend booking a florist a year in advance, six months at the absolute latest.

Every florist is different, so the best thing you can do is speak to them and make your own judgements.”

Finding a florist is important, so do your research before you make a final decision, Sarah said: “Ask around, find out what other peoples experiences have been like with that particular florist. It’s all word of mouth and reputation.”

The last few years have seen a rise in the popularity of Gypsophila but it’s all changing, Sarah explained: “We have had such a mix this year. Unlike previous years which have been dominated by roses there has been a huge variety.”

“Gypsophila is defiantly more popular than it once was, but so are so many others. It’s hard to pin down what is going to be the most popular choice next.”

It is extremely important to keep in contact with your florist, Sarah said: “Ask questions; your florist is an expert and will be able to tell you which colours match and which don’t. Keeping in touch keeps you and the florist up to date.

I would recommend getting in touch with you florist once a month, even if it’s just over the phone.”

“Sometimes we do whole weddings over the phone, but it’s always nice to meet the bride in person, you become so familiar with people and it’s always nice to be involved in such an important day.”

The budget is never far from the mind of any bride or groom so think about the season you’re getting married in when you’re looking at flowers, Sarah said: “The price of flowers will rise when they’re not in season so it is important to think about your budget and work around what you can afford as well as what you like.”

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Headband

The headband is a subtle addition to the bride’s hairstyle, it may not be to everyone’s taste but it almost always brings a touch of class and elegance to the hair. It can add a bit of sparkle without being too bling or you can give a simple hair do something extra with a hair band that has a bit more detail.

The veil was believed to protect the bride from evil spirits and is used in some cultures to conceal the bride’s beauty. More and more brides are opting away from the traditional veil in search of some more original headwear.

Ditching the veil doesn’t mean your do has to be incredibly elaborate there are so many alternative head and hair accessories and you can be as subtle or flamboyant as you want; it all depends on your taste and your theme.

Tiara

Perfect for making you feel every bit a Princess on your big day. The tiara is the perfect substitute for a veil although some brides do have both, just look at Kate Middleton. Whether you choose a classic design or something more elaborate there’s plenty to choose from.

Comb

Hair combs have been popular for a few years now and are perfect for achieving a classy, understated look. Hair combs are incredibly versatile; they’re great for creating a vintage look and adding a bit of extra detail to a glamorous up-do or loose waves.

Flowers

Flowers are sweet and simple and are becoming increasing popular.

They can be weaved into any hairstyle or they can be worn in a wreath.You can use the same kind of flowers as in your bouquet or go for something more subtle.

Hair Coils

Hair coils are perfect for both the Bride and her Bridesmaids; these take literally seconds to twist in but are simple and effective.These simple accessories stay put and come in lots of different varieties.

They are a brilliant way to decorate the children’s hair without any fuss, leaving more time for you to get ready.

Hair Vines

Hair vines are a brilliant way to complement a wedding dress and easy to wrap around.There is a wide range to choose from and this look is a great way of substituting a veil.They’re a stylish alternative to the tiara and looks great however they are worn.

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Rippon Medical

PDO (Polydioxanone) threading is now available at Rippon Medical Services. All our advanced aesthetic treatments are carried out by Dr A G Rippon MBchB a principal GP with special interests in minor surgery and an Advanced Aesthetic Practitioner.

Polydioxanone Threading (thread lift) is a revolutionary treatment which originated in the USA, it has been used for many years in surgery in the form of dissolvable stitches.

Thread lift patients can see an immediate improvement in appearance and further improvement 10-14 days later when the synthesis of collagen and elastin occurs. The resulting aesthetic effects can last up to 18 months. This procedure is excellent for those interested in a face lift but do not want surgery.

Dr Rippon believes there is a science behind beauty and ageing; he understands that lots of people don’t like the thought of cosmetic ‘surgery’ and he believes modern medical technology can provide today’s consumers with superior alternatives to invasive, painful surgery that may require a long recovery.

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It is important for any client coming to our clinic to experience the best treatment; from the moment they walk through the door until after their treatment. Rippon Medical Services, pride themselves in customer service and delivering the best practise possible.

Let’s face it, if you look good on the outside you feel good on the inside.

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Hair Styles

With a hundred things to organise your hair is probably at the bottom of your ‘to-do’ list, but it shouldn’t be. Here, Dawn Anderson, Senior Stylist & Salon Coordinator at Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries tells us why your hair needs almost as much consideration as the dress and what’s in for 2016.

As a bride for summer 2016 myself, this is something that I am already thinking about. When it comes to the hair you need to look at styles and hair pieces that are going to complement your dress and tie your theme together.

By Dawn Anderson Senior Stylist & Salon Coordinator at Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries

There are two big hair trends on the bridal runways for spring/summer 16 and they couldn’t be more different.

We’re seeing the return of some classic hairstyles like the chignon which creates an elegant bridal look.

Some have intricate detail but most are very sleek and polished, embellished with striking hair combs and slides; letting accessories do the talking.

In contrast to the polished look is a much softer, more relaxed approach to bridal hair; the more romantic, the better. Beach waves are key in creating a relaxed hair style on the big day. Hair can be worn in braids or soft loose waves, up or down, deconstructed and undone with lots of fresh flowers to create a rustic feel.

When thinking about how you want to wear your hair on your wedding day you should also think about who you want to do your hair. Keep it simple; if you have a regular stylist who you trust, great! If not, you should investigate salons in and around the area you have chosen for your big day.

Chignon The elegant bridal look

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Romantic The Rustic Feel

Essential Checklist

· Research your salon

Most wedding venues will have some recommendations but I always advise checking them out, at least online, to get an idea of their background. Look for hair-up specialists and experience in backstage and editorial work.

It’s essential to have a trial with the stylist before the wedding to give you piece of mind. It’s best to start looking at hairstyles once you’ve found the dress, that way your stylist can tailor the style to complement not only you but the whole look.

· Pick your dress

· Have a trial

· build the right texture in the hair · Have a wonderful day!

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Groom Sur vival Guide

It’s natural to think that the bride is the primary focus of the wedding. The first question people usually ask about a wedding is what was the dress like? How did the bride wear her hair? Did she have a veil? But a wedding is about two people and the groom is not to be forgotten. We’ve compiled up a mini Grooms Guide to ensure you make the most of your wedding.

Get Involved: This is your wedding too. Take some of the stress off your bride-to-be. Give her your opinion, think hard about venues, and choose some songs you’d like to hear. Don’t just stay in the background.

The Suit: It’s a given that your outfit isn’t going to cause as much of a stir as the brides but that doesn’t mean you can’t look dapper. Really think about what you want to wear, do you want something traditional or something more original?

What will you feel comfortable in? Generally the bride chooses the colour scheme but don’t be afraid to put your stamp on the day with your outfit.

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The Speech: For most men, writing the wedding speech is one their most daunting duties but it doesn’t have to be full of gags or make everyone cry; just relax and think. Write a list of memorable moments you and your partner have shared, whether they’re funny, romantic, or just how she makes you feel.Your speech should be about your relationship; talk about how you met, what she looked like when you first kissed her, why you wanted to marry her. All of these things compiled will make a moving speech.

Beauty Prep: Yes, you’ve read that correctly. Just as many eyes will be on you as the bride so it’s a day for you to look your best as well. Most salons offer package treatments to relax and tidy up the groom or just treat yourself to a hot towel shave.

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The Stag Do: We all know what happens on a stag night: lots of alcohol, silly behaviour and lots of laughter. But don’t do anything that you will regret; if you think that what you’re about to do could have bad repercussions, it’s probably best not to do it. Think carefully about who you invite or you could find yourself with one eyebrow or naked in a field.

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On the day: Be prepared. Have your suit ready, make sure you’ve broken your shoes in and you’ve had a shave. It’s the little things that women remember so arrange for some flowers to be sent to the bride while she’s getting ready; she won’t forget that. Most importantly, enjoy yourself! You are marrying the woman you love, you will have family and friends around you, so cherish the day!

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Make-up Guide

When it comes to bridal make-up I, obviously, have a lot to talk about. I’ve had a fantastic season meeting and making-up lots brides who have their own individual style and ideas, from glamour, to vintage to natural beauty.

Ultimately, how you’re made up on the big day is your choice. I can guide you and suggest ideas that you may not have thought of but don’t let anyone tell you what you “should” have; every Bride is individual.

Annie and Carragh’s wedding is a perfect example of working with the client to create the look they want. Annie booked me to do both hair and make up for their civil ceremony in Knipe Hall in August this year. Annie knew exactly what she wanted and had sent images of hair and makeup prior to our trial. Carragh didn’t wear makeup and I could see she was quite nervous especially as Annie wanted vintage style make up with flick eyeliner and red lips.

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I prepared Annie’s hair first and then went straight to Carragh’s makeup so she could sit and relax instead of feeling nervous.

Makeup artists approach “none wearers” more cautiously than any other client, we are strange creatures. to them.

We come along, typically, with a large suitcase on wheels full of lotions and potions, we dress in black, our makeup and hair is generally immaculate and our eyes are gazing over your 10 year old mascara in disgust. We take over your kitchen table and window sills and drink your coffee; we tell you what you should have been doing all your life as we stare down at you with a makeup brush in hand and transform you into someone new.

A good, experienced makeup artist understands your apprehension and just wants to help you feel amazing and create a more enhanced version of yourself. If you’re happy we’re happy. Simple.

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Carragh wore my favourite soft blonde brow pencil by MUA £1, her eyes were naturally contoured with a tight liner in her upper lashline making her eyes whiter and brighter. Skin was kept clear and glowing with my Laura Mercier Illuminator and mineral powder. I finished and completed her look with a Dior Addict lipstick.These are great for a natural look as the lipsticks are so sheer they just give a hue of colour.

I completed Carragh’s look by adding volume and body into her hair, which looked relaxed but polished with her strapless dress.

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Annie didn’t wear a lot of makeup either but she knew exactly what she wanted for her wedding day.

She had a 1950’s style wedding dress with a full skirt which cut off below the knee showing her red shoes.

Classic red lips can be difficult as not everybody suits them; the eyes need to be clean and defined enough so the bride doesn’t feel like a different person.

In my opinion skin needs to be stunningly flawless but natural looking and not heavy and matt. Annie wore my Nars foundation and she choose Mac’s classic red lipstick Ruby Woo to match her shoes.

Blusher needs to be judged at the end and gradually added to give enough warmth but not over do the look.

I completed Annie’s look by styling her hair into a French roll with details of pin curls on the top.

It was lovely to see the two dresses, both very different, hanging up together on the day of the wedding.

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Make-up Guide

Skin

Lancôme 24h foundation: it’s matt without looking dry, dull and dated. It’s fresh and photographically perfect; ideal for summer, weddings abroad or oily skin.

Channel CC cream: Creates a smooth and well rested look as well as giving a nice bit of coverage as well, which is great for pigmented or blemished skin.

Lips

Julia my bride on the June 6 had taken my advice about Streak by Urban Decay £16; a beautiful summer coral colour that brightens everybody’s skin.

She came back and bought Streak in the new sheer version, which was much more subtle and shiny on the lips. My Bride Katy on the August 8 had bought her own favourite red lipstick. Maybelline super stay 24hr in red passion £4.50.

She told me it didn’t come off when she kissed anyone and only needed to be retouched after food and she knew it wouldn’t dry her lips out.

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Eyes

Chanel Illusion D’Ombre in 81 Fantasme: A client introduced me to Channel Illusion, Fasntasme is a white silver glitter and it is subtly stunning, dab a small amount with fingers over the lid or in the inner corners and you will look and feel like a princess. I went out and bought another colour in the range (95 Mirage More of a dirty gold tone) that I could use as a darker base rather than to highlight.

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