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our readers! What a fantastic 12 months we have had at Scene HQ. Our redesign back in January, which seems like it was only yesterday, was received with so much positive feedback. We have continued to add more relevant and interesting features and we always welcome your comments – please go to the Scene facebook page or email heidi@scenepublishing.co.uk This edition includes a few features about Christmas; decorating your home, choosing the right Christmas tree, keeping your presents safe as well as articles on where to go to meet with friends and family during the festive season. Also Wright Care has some advice about looking out for your elderly neighbours at this time of year. Our foodie spends some time with the new chef at the Stage in Market Deeping, who has launched a new menu together with some amazing new dishes incorporating his unique twist such as Crayfish and Truffle oil Mac ‘n’ Cheese – sounds delicious! We have beauty reviews, holiday getaways and, of course, our What’s On guide for December events. As always, I hope you enjoy the read, and have a fabulous Christmas from all at the Scene.
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FOOD & DRINK The Chubby Castor at The Fitzwilliam Arms is a new solo venture by talented chef Adebola Adeshina. Victoria Francis explains how to stay trim and avoid the festive over-indulgences. Megachef Sam Sharman flaunts his outstanding talents at The Stage.
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B E AU T Y , H E A LT H & FAS H I O N Dee Kennedy checks out the amazing benefits of the Arbonne RE9 Advanced Anti-ageing Skincare range. Get your sparkle on this Christmas with glittery decorations from Queensgate Shopping Centre.
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HOME & GARDEN Time to inject a little more pattern into your home design. Ensure Christmas stays merry by keeping your valuables safe. What makes a fir a Christmas tree? FA M I LY & F R I E N D S Cook up a storm by volunteering for Peterborough’s FoodCycle project. DIY Wills. How one Peterborian discovered a treasure trove of gold, diamonds and alum in Brazil.
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T R AV E L & L E I S U R E Super heroes and villains do battle in the latest Marvel epic. Update on the renovation works at Deene Park. Lincolnshire Wildlife Park unveils Phase 1 of The National Parrot Sanctuary. DIARY It’s pantomime season! Oh yes it is!
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FOOD & DRINK
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ALONE The Chubby Castor at The Fitzwilliam Arms is a new solo venture by talented chef Adebola Adeshina.
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cclaimed chef, Adebola Adeshina has been leading the kitchen at The Petersham Restaurant since 2014, focusing on modern British cooking, and using the best local, seasonal produce available. Since Ade’s arrival at The Petersham Restaurant, the dining experience has regularly been mentioned in the food guides – achieving two AA Rosettes for culinary excellence, a Michelin recommendation and a listing in the Good Food Guide. Early in his career, Ade started working with the Aubergine team under Gordon Ramsay. He remained with Ramsay for six years, cooking at the three Michelin-starred Gordon Ramsay Restaurant and at Petrus under Marcus Wareing. He opened his first restaurant at the age of 24 in Tottenham, which quickly became a foodie destination. Seven years later he moved to another venture with Parsons Restaurant in Essex, winning several awards, including Best Restaurant in Essex, Best Large Restaurant, Best Newcomer, two Rosettes from the Good Food Guide and Michelin Recommended. Now he is thrilled to be opening his first solo venture this month, The Chubby Castor at The Fitzwilliam Arms – expect civilised dining with a focus
Culinary art on fresh and locally sourced produce, cooked in a modern British way. Enjoy a relaxed atmosphere, a blend of modern and vintage design with exposed beams and Georgian wallpaper, complementing the beautiful areas of Cambridgeshire and Lincolnshire. The menu will include dishes like fresh handpicked steamed crab lasagna, toasted coconut flakes or beef tartare, quail egg and walnut homemade bread. The Chubby Castor is a beautiful building comprising stone, thatch and dormer windows, which convey all the charm and character of its 17th century style. The restaurant will serve a la carte, set lunch and dinner menus, Sunday roast, brunch, bar menu and, of course, afternoon teas. Also on offer will be seasonal cooking demonstrations to be held with guest chefs. In addition, three private rooms are available for functions, with covers from six to 24.
The Chubby Castor 34 Peterborough Road, Castor PE5 7AX E reservations@thechubbycastor.com W thechubbycastor.com @chubbycastor @thechubbycastor
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Congratulations to the team at the Bull in Market Deeping. The pub and restaurant extension and refurbishment works, completed in record time and re-opened on the 25th November.
NOW OPEN
The new eclectic look is both modern & contemporary, without losing sight of its history and character.
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The new large kitchen now caters for a more extensive menu giving diners a wider choice of quality pub classics and tapas style dishes.
Serving traditional quality home cooked food and will have a superb Christmas lunch and dinner on offer throughout December.
The spacious dining area includes a feature fireplace to create warmth as well as a focal point.
3 course traditional Christmas menu plus coffee and mince pies – only £19.95
Look out in the next edition of the Scene a Booking essential – call Richard or comprehensive review including some fantastic Sophie on 01778 343320 photography – but if you cannot wait for that, The Bull, Market Market Deeping PE6 8EA head down to the Bull now and see it for yourself. S3236C Huntly Advert Scene.qxp_Layout 1 11/10/2017 09:54 PagePlace, 1
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ecently opened, Paten & Co is the latest addition to Stamford’s bustling bar bar scene. Playing on the history of the original Paten & Co, a wine and spirits merchant which stood on the same site at the start of the 20th century, the new bar has been given an urban, industrial makeover befitting of the time, with vintage pendant lights, exposed copper pipework and plenty of subway tiles. Serving wines, spirits and craft beers, the bar also has an open plan kitchen with a charcoal oven for what promises to be an exciting new foodie experience for the town.
Paten & Co, 7 All Saints Place, Stamford PE9 2AG W patenandco.co.uk
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STAY TRIM How to avoid over-indulgence and all the trimmings.
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ith the festive time upon us the next few weeks will involve excessive eating and drinking for many of us. The chocolates become daily regulars in the office, every week sees another Christmas party and soon enough every day is a splurge day. But along with the nights out and parties there is the “what shall I wear?” dilemmas. The magazine columns start to read “Little Black Dress challenge”, “Trim up for your tuxedo” to help those wanting to shift a few pounds before the Christmas blow out. Read on for some simple ways to keep your weight in check over this festive season: SKIPPING MEALS FOR LIQUID CALORIES
We can all see how this is going to end up? Missing meals so you can get drunk quicker or have a “big session” without gaining weight is dangerous, unhealthy and counter-productive to any weight loss goals! Eating before you drink slows down the absorption of alcohol and suppresses the hunger
Tot up your tipple
Alcohol contains 7kcals per gram (compared to 4kcals per gram of protein and carbohydrate) so regular drinking will contribute to weight gain (and that’s without the extra food eaten). A large glass of wine has the same calories as a piece of cake, a pint of beer the same as a slice of pizza. Still planning on a second or third glass? Avoiding rounds allows you to drink at your own pace (saving money and calories). Here a couple of simple swaps to help keep the calories down (and in some cases the alcohol too).
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pangs which make you reach for salty snacks and more drink! A heavy night on the booze with little food will see your appetite soar, a bag of chips in your hands on the way home and a menu of unhealthy foods the next day trying to stave off the hangover. Eat regular meals throughout the day including low Glycaemic Index foods (for slow-release energy) and protein (to keep you feeling full for longer) and veggies. Meal and snack options include chicken stirfry and brown rice, small baked sweet potato with tuna and sweetcorn, eggs/peanut butter or mashed avocado on wholegrain toast. POLICE YOUR PORTION
It’s all too easy to over-indulge if you are faced with more opportunities to eat, more dinner parties, more biscuits in the office. So it does come down
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FOOD & DRINK spring rolls and two smoked salmon tartlets. Move away from the canape table or take one, then miss one. MOVE MOVE MOVE
Help combat the extra calories by moving more and I don’t just mean on the dancefloor (although dancing is a great calorie burner!). The Department of Health recommend 30 minutes of moderate aerobic exercise per day, five days a week for heart health. Can you get a quick walk in at lunchtime? Suggest a power walk catch up instead of coffee and cake? Get off the bus one stop earlier? FINAL WORDS
I don’t want to be a party pooper! Christmas is a magical time to share with your family and friends and, of course, enjoy your food and drink. Simple changes can ensure you enjoy the celebrations without the calorie baggage afterwards. to watching your portion sizes. If you want that hot mince pie and brandy butter, eat a smaller portion at your main meal. Don’t get caught out with canapes! Before you know it you have consumed four vol au vents, four
Victoria Francis is a registered dietitian. W victoriafrancisrd.com E Victoria@cherrytreenutrition.co.uk
The Millstone Inn A friendly welcome awaits you at this historic family pub in the picturesque village of Barnack Christmas Eve – Open all day Christmas Day open for Drinks 12pm to 2pm Boxing Day Karaoke open all day New years Eve open all day until late. New Years Day open all day Food served Christmas Eve, Boxing Day and New Years Eve 12pm to 2.30pm and 5pm to 9pm
Pizza from our Wood Fired Pizza Oven Sunday to Tues evenings 5.30pm to 8.30pm
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Mon: 12pm - 2pm and 5.30pm - 8.30pm Tues: 12pm - 2pm and 5.30pm - 9pm Wed to Sat: 12pm - 2.30pm and 5pm - 9pm Sun: 12pm - 5pm
THE TEAM AT THE MILLSTONE WISH YOU A VERY HAPPY CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR The Millstone, Millstone Lane, Barnack PE9 3ET Tel: 01780 740296 Web: millstoneinnbarnack.co.uk
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The Stamford foodie is finally lost for words – silenced by the outstanding talents of new head chef at The Stage.
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hen I was invited by The Scene’s publisher, Heidi, to sample a winter menu at The Stage in Deeping, I had an expectation of what I was going to eat; then, when I got there I ended up having to eat my hat, my words and some truly fantastic fodder. New head chef, Sam Sharman, who grew up in the area but spent many years travelling the world in the Royal Navy, has plans for The Stage that are as big and as bold as the flavour in his dishes. Sam, who joined the forces at 16, underwent intense chef training, earning himself the equivalent NVQ qualification in 28 weeks – it would have taken him three years to obtain it at college. The intensity
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didn’t stop there, with Sam finding himself cooking for hundreds, and in some cases, thousands, of sailors in obscure locations like the California desert; or cooking at dinner/cocktail parties for high-ranking naval officers; Sam has even had the pleasure of cooking for the Queen. However, Sam isn’t resting on his laurels at The Stage, as he aims to win the hotel an AA rosette, an accolade I’m positive that he will achieve with ease, because, my goodness, this chap can cook. We sat down with owner Sav Fox and manager Nicola Beeby to try some dishes from Sam’s winter menu and we were blown away – not only are the dishes presented beautifully but they were packed with flavour, and perfectly seasoned. Sam’s attention to technique is apparent in each dish, like the 14hr pork belly (£14.95) confit in duck fat, compressed to produce perfectly crisp crackling and meat that is succulent and tender enough to be eaten with a spoon; or the lamb and heritage carrots (£16.95) pan-cooked December 2017 | E: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
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FOOD & DRINK in clarified butter, which imparts a rich, nutty flavour, then finished in garlic and rosemary butter, and served with a sweet, nutmeginfused carrot puree; or the wild boar ravioli starter (£8) served with a sticky, intense bone marrow infused sauce that’s two days in the making; or the weekly visit to the Spalding or Boston vegetable auctions, to pick up fresh produce for the week. If you’re looking for something lighter, then a selection of sandwiches and jacket potatoes are available, as are light bites like warm bakery bread with salted butter and balsamic; tempura battered calamari with chilli and coriander; delicious black pudding scotch eggs; pigs in blanket served with honey and mustard mayo (priced individually or three dishes for £13), or the epic Stage Antipasti board – a wooden serving platter piled high with warm bread, cured Italian meats, cheeses, artichokes and olives – stonkingly good value for money at only £8! I was really impressed by the food coming out of the kitchen; I think Sam is going to do brilliant things for The Stage, so get your table booked now, it’s worth the drive out and I cannot wait to go back for an entire plate of that ridiculously good pork belly!
The Stage 16 Market Place, Market Deeping, Peterborough PE6 8EA
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Full service packages offered. Sit back & let us do it all. As every event is personal we will be happy to discuss your individual requirements with you. Please contact Sonia on 01778 382740 or email Sonia@oasis-cafe.co.uk
BULL HOTEL Westgate • Peterborough • PE1 1RB
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year Weddings At The Bull Hotel The Hotel is the City Centre’s only Four Star Hotel and has 118 en-suite bedrooms including our Four Poster Suite to accommodate you and your partner on the night of your wedding. At The Bull Hotel, we can create bespoke packages to ensure your wedding day is like no other, to arrange a showround or for further information on our Exclusive 2017/18 Wedding packages, please contact our dedicated Wedding Coordinators. The Bull Hotel Westgate • Peterborough • PE1 1RB Tel: 01733 561364 events@bull-hotel-peterborough.com www.peelhotels.co.uk
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Celebrate the Festive Season in style in the surroundings of the 4* Bull Hotel. From Christmas Parties to Afternoon Teas and Festive Lunches, our warm, welcoming atmosphere allows you, your colleagues, family and friends to celebrate in style.
To make a reservation or for more information call 01733 561364 events@bull-hotel-peterborough.com www.peelhotels.co.uk
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ou can work up quite an appetite wandering around the shops at Serpentine Green, so you can’t be blamed if you catch sight of the Gourmet Bus and you start feeling decidedly ravenous and jump onboard. After all how can you miss it? It is decked out in stainless steel
and neon, and permeates the air with the aroma of delish flamegrilled burgers. The Gourmet Bus is bringing street food to the Serpentine, with tasty burgers served in glossy brioche buns, fried chicken, wraps, milkshakes, ‘bus shakes’ and the oh-so-trendy bubble waffles, laden with ice cream, sweets and choppy bits.
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T H E LO U N G E
The Wansford Country Lounge opened last month, offering passers-by and business folk a delightful spot to stop and enjoy refreshments or get their business minds together over a cup of coffee in relaxed, stylish surroundings. The lounge has been given a cool but comfy industrial refurb, with bare-brick wools, wood cladding and comfy leather tub chairs – a stark contrast to the elegant Georgian frontage. The Lounge serves breakfasts, lunch and evening meals, as well as freshly prepared fruit juices to drink in or takeaway. The Lounge also has a fully licensed bar, perfect for enjoying a gin and tonic at the end of the day or a glass of wine with your Sunday lunch! Go check it out!
12 London Rd, Wansford, Peterborough PE8 6JB T 07712 266382
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ROOM WITH A VIEW With spectacular views of the Cathedral’s west front, it’s no wonder that Becket’s tea room, part of the Becket Chapel, was voted East of England’s best ‘window with a view’. An independent tea room, Becket’s serves freshly prepared and locally sourced meals, home-made cakes, light lunches, afternoon teas and take-out options – perfect for those visiting the cathedral or those who like to soak up the history of their surroundings. Breakfast is served from 9-11am, then a selection of sandwiches, jacket potatoes and other favourites, such as quiche, lasagne, chilli con carne and omelettes are served. Profits are ploughed back into the Cathedral as well as supporting the chefs at Peterborough Regional College.
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NEW YEARS EVE
Party Night Bring in 2018 at the Baskervilles
From 7.30pm
The Baskervilles
Entertainment and food – everybody welcome!
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Josh Baker, local food writer and blogger tries out the new Christmas menu at Turtle Bay.
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nless you have been living under a rock for the past few months around Peterborough you may have noticed the unveiling of our new Turtle Bay restaurant. Opening in June this year the blend of jerk cooking and colourful cocktails has brightened up our city for many months and now as we settle down into winter they’ve unveiled a new menu. While Caribbean and Christmas may not sound particularly fitting the match satisfies with a wave of spices that bring up the flavours of Christmas yet evokes thoughts of sitting on a beach sipping Pina Coladas – and I think we all need that in our lives. Available for a minimum of eight people this makes a perfect choice for a Christmas party or a big group gathering, and certainly makes the ideal party venue in the city. With four courses for £24 the menu certainly gives you a lot for your money and added to the cocktail happy hours, it makes a bargain that’s hard to ignore. First up is a selection of nibbles – however the term really does not do them justice as the spicy pork rinds and Trini chickpeas are a feast for the tongue as well as for the eyes. For starters the crispy chilli squid is a
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delight and for those looking for a taste of Caribbean Christmas I can recommend the Guyanese curry duck that comes slow-braised with scotch bonnet and citrus flavours that could trick you into thinking it was Christmas goose! As for the cocktail connoisseurs among you I can recommend the Roots Culture for a sharp kick of rum while the Vanilla and Passion Fruit Mojito is one for those with more of a sweet tooth. All-in-all Turtle Bay’s atmosphere is what truly makes the night – surrounded by the sights and sounds of the Caribbean you can’t help but feel in the party mood. So, if you feel the need for a Christmas party with a fresh vibe, then look no further.
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hristmas is the most wonderful time of the year – time to transform our homes into a wintry wonderland. It’s the little touches – the accessories, the table decorations and the subtle festive hints that divides the tacky and tasteless to the festive and fabulous. Here’s my advice on how to create beautiful, warm and inviting festive interiors.
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For simplicity, style and a contemporary feel decorate your home with a Scandiinspired theme using monochromes and natural materials. Opt for quality rather than quantity. A neutral colour palette gives a contemporary Scandi feel – showing that winter whites work just as well as Christmas reds and greens. SPARKLE SPARKLE
It isn’t Christmas without the twinkle of fairy lights and they can be used pretty much anywhere – try low-battery powered ones to avoid loose, ugly wires. FRESH GREEN
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pine cones, berries, holly and ivy. Use them as table decorations, wreaths or scattered around the house for both fragrance and colour. PAINT IT
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Nothing is more Christmassy than gathering around a roaring fire, surrounded by family and friends. Create a sociable space with a ring of seating centred around a hearth rug and coffee table. Mixand-match armchairs and sofas create a relaxed rather than a formal feel, perfect for cosy chats. T: 01778 382762 | December 2017
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Layer up the cosiness with woollen blankets and cushions for fireside armchairs. Keep additional throws close to hand in baskets or blanket boxes for your guests to snuggle up on sofas and armchairs without having to ask.
Make your front door a focal point. Add two matching ornaments such as shrubs or flower pots to make a symmetrical frame around the front door, making the outside of your property feel extra special at Christmas.
LOW LIGHTING
Lighting is key to creating a cosy ambience during cold, dark winter nights. For warm and inviting environment consider table lamps, ceiling lights, wall lights and floor uplights.
We hope you have found our tips on how to make your home festive and tasteful this Christmas – from all of us at Hunters Interiors we wish you all a magical Christmas.
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KNOW WHAT YOU WANT If you have children, you might lean toward pines or firs with soft needles instead of spruce trees, which have sharp needles that can hurt when you step on them.
CHECK THE TREE’S FRESHNESS Bend a needle in half with your fingers – fresh firs should snap, while fresh pines bend and should not break.
FRESHEN THE TRUNK Cut off about a half inch from the bottom of the tree’s trunk and place the tree in water. The fresh cut will absorb more water, so your tree holds its needles and keeps its colour longer.
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tree. Alternatively, gently tap the cut end of a tree on the ground – if a few needles fall off, it should be fine. If lots of needles fall off, keep searching for a different tree.
MEASURE, MEASURE AND MEASURE AGAIN There’s nothing worse than picking out the best Christmas tree, getting it home, and finding out it’s too tall for your room. Before you leave home, measure both your ceiling height and your tree stand.
string of white lights with some coloured ones. Next add the tinsel or garlands. There are no firm rules for decorating a Christmas tree when it comes to draping
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MAINTAIN THE TREE’S MOISTURE To keep your Christmas tree looking perfect, keep the water in your tree stand filled. You may need to add water two or even three times during the first few days.
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Christmas cake stains The festive season is upon us along with mince pies and Christmas cake. Christmas cake has many ingredients including alcohol, sugar and fat all of which can react differently with fabrics. Number 1 rule is DO NOT RUB! Don’t be tempted to scrub the mark away as rubbing can set the stain in and damage the fibres of the fabric resulting in permanent damage. Dry cleaning is the most-effective method of removing grease or fat so if it is a treasured item take it to a professional. Alternatively, if you want to try at home, use a special stain remover product although be aware that the mark will contain grease. Before treating any mark or stain on your clothes or fabrics check the care label. If in any doubt, seek professional advice. It is not advisable to apply water to dry clean-only fabrics as water may shrink, distort and discolour some fabrics.
Get ready to party! Time to inspect those party clothes. Don’t be caught short and discover food stains on your dinner jacket or evening dress the day of your do – get them cleaned and pressed now. If your dinner suit or dress is looking creased when you get it out of the wardrobe, rather than ironing them, which may lead to fabric damage, put them on a hanger and hang them in your bathroom or shower room. Steam from the shower or bath will gently encourage the creases to fall out. This may not work for all items, but it is inexpensive, easy and unlikely to cause any damage. If you are still not happy with the appearance of your clothes, take them to be professionally pressed.
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DECEMBER’S ITEM OF THE MONTH One of our clients had a Humpty Dumpty soft toy she had had since a child. It was too precious and delicate for her to clean at home so she brought it to us.
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DIY WILLS O Can I make my own Will?
ne of the questions want to pass everything to a that I am asked most spouse, then you could give it a often is “Can I make go. Unfortunately, the statistics still my own Will?” The show that even this is a high-risk answer I always give is the strategy with more than a third of same – yes, you can as long as home-made Wills failing as they you follow the rules. Of course, go through the probate process it is free too. Which answers the leading to costly proceedings to second of our frequently asked remedy the problems. questions “Can I make my Will If your circumstances are more for free?” complex, with children who The real question that need guardians, or if you should be asking you are in a second Making a is” Should I make my relationship, then Will can cost as own Will?” There a home-made Will little as £125. is no question that could be plain T 01778 382723 for some people it dangerous. It could E advice@willis possible to do it. If lead to challenges, probate.co.uk your circumstances disputes and family are simple and you breakdown after you
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have passed away. So, we come to the inevitable answer, yes, you can make your own Will. But why would you? A professionally drafted Will, with good advice at the time you make it will almost always be better than a home-made Will from WHSmiths. The savings in terms of heartache and costs after you have passed away almost always outweigh the relatively small cost of doing it properly in the first place. So if it is time to make your Will, give us a call and we will help you write the right Will for you.
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Loneliness in the elderly is becoming more common, and at any time of the year it can be a difficult and lonely time. Half a million older people spend Christmas alone every year. So, what can we do? Often, we are all now busy planning Christmas with our families, shopping, planning that day of scrummy food surrounded by our friends and family. But let’s
spare our thought to make someone’s Christmas this year. ■ Can you pop into a neighbour on Christmas day even if it’s for 30 minutes? Days pass where our elderly generation may not see anyone. This could make their day. ■ Have you got lots of leftovers going to waste? Why not plate up a Christmas dinner and pop it over to someone. This could be a neighbour or a friend of the family. A nice homemade Christmas dinner will beat a quick ready meal or easy snack. ■ Why not make up a Christmas box and give it to someone who is alone this season. We all love a present to open and on a day when our elderly may be thinking about past times or ones absent this could really make a huge difference. ■ Even better have you a spare seat at the dinner table to invite them to your party. They may decline but all the same it will mean a lot to know someone was thinking of them on Christmas day. ■ Christmas is a day to celebrate. For those alone it can make a lonely day feel even more empty. Spare some time for someone in need of some companionship or comfort. ■ Get involved over the festive period with campaigns such as Age UK who visit hospitals, hospices and care homes to provide some Christmas cheer, hot food and gifts. ■ Are you alone this Christmas why not share your company with someone else? No one should be alone at Christmas.
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Would you like to be able to access the community still? Visit the local shops? Go out for the day? Visit a favourite place? Go for a walk? Out for coffee or for a pub lunch? Finish that favourite jigsaw? Enjoy a cup of tea? Or even just have some company in the comfort of your own home?
Companionship Matters As the cold days and dark nights draw in it can be a time where we feel staying indoors is the only option. We can create a care package that is tailored to your needs.
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team leaders, said: “You don’t have to be the next Jamie Oliver – if you can throw together a meal for yourself at home then we need you! We work as a team to decide the menu and cook the dishes, so you don’t need to know recipes off by heart or be able to whip up a three-course meal by yourself. “We cook every Monday but there’s no requirement for a weekly commitment. Our volunteers choose which dates they can help out and then
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sign up online, so we can make sure we have sufficient people in the kitchen each week.” Since FoodCycle Peterborough opened its doors the volunteers have served more than 3,500 meals. In the last three months alone they have saved more than 2,400kg of surplus food from going to landfill, racking up more than 3,000 hours of volunteer time in the process. Interested? Email peterborough@foodcycle. org.uk or facebook FoodCyclePeterborough
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A fascinating story of a Peterborian who discovered gold, diamonds and alum in Brazil.
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leading Brazilian newspaper “A Tarde” published an article on 26 April 1922 about a Peterborian - Herbert Waite, son of Thomas Waite of 184 Lincoln Road, who had started his journey to Bahia State (northeast of Brazil on the Atlantic coast) in November 1920 as a land surveyor. Some 18 months later Herbert Waite had discovered a pure alum (double sulphate salts) mine in the Sincora Mountain of central Bahia. The discovery of this mine made it the largest of its kind at that time and it was part owned by Herbert Waite and the French millionaire Marcel BouillouxLafont (1871-1944) – a banker
Here I am right in the centre of the great gold and diamond field of Bahia State
and industrialist. The mine covered more than 40 kilometres. The newspaper article recounted a thrilling story about Mr Waite’s journey into the interior of northeast Brazil to conduct his survey. He writes from Jiquy on 10 April 1922 to say: “Here I am right in the centre of the great gold and diamond field of Bahia State. Last night I was lulled to sleep by the roaring of the tigers in the hills. I am stuck here for fresh horses and shall not get away
until tomorrow. The climate is wonderful at 1,950 feet above sea level. Iracema (now named Almas) I passed on the train to here is 2,500 feet above sea level and for 10 miles either side it runs through a dense forest in which the trees surpass in height anything I could have imagined. The forest is just a closed wall of trees of all sizes, of wonderful grandeur and full of fearsome possibilities as regards snakes and wildlife. Tomorrow I start for Passaqau Joad Manoel – some 25 miles on horseback – an ordeal I am not looking forward to, as the road passes over crags. But beneath these crags is an endless wealth of gold and diamonds.
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Alum mining c1920s
Marcel Bouilloux-Lafont Huge fortunes are made weekly in this district. I can actually see the sun shining on that wall of alum in the famous Serra do Sincora mountains!” Writing to his friend Charles Hughes on 20 April 1922 he says: “Here I am in Passaqua Joad Manoel, 4,200 feet above sea level. Here amidst the snakes, tigers, wild cats and every other
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nuisance of the animal and insect world, not excluding the horrid garrapatas (ticks), which invade one’s leggings and shins and leave septic sores by the score. We cut our way through the 24 miles of virgin forest up to the great wall of alum. Practically pure alum is present in deposits of millions of tons – 40 square kilometres of it!” Herbert Waite left England in late 1920 to take up the post of Chief Resident Engineer of Brazil’s South-Western Railway. He relinquished this position as soon as he discovered huge deposits of alum and having panned successfully for deposits of gold and diamonds. Our research has uncovered that Herbert Tom Waite married Mamoela Gonçalez (a Spanish lady) in Brazil (a former Portuguese colony) and that he had a brother
Brazilian gold and diamond ring named Reginald who remained in Peterborough. Herbert’s granddaughter Claudia Waite de Souza still lives in Brazil and is a government lawyer. Claudia would like to know more about her family here in Peterborough so if you can add to this story please get in touch. NEXT ISSUE: Peterboroughborn Charles Kingston – the Mormon Fundamentalist and Registrar to the USA Land Office.
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ith a lot of pomp and ceremony, Marvels newest super-film has hit our cinemas and, for the most part, it is as rip-roaringly fun as all of the others. “Thor must face off against his toughest foe to date; Hela (Cate Blanchett) – The Goddess of Death, and stop her from bringing about the end of Asgard. He must reconcile with his estranged brother Loki (Tom Hiddleston) and convince some old friends to help him, while evading The GrandMaster (Jeff Goldblum). Life, and Asgard, will never be the same again.” There is a standard checklist for Marvel films, ever since Guardians of the Galaxy exploded into our cinematic lives: Awesome soundtrack ✓ 80’s graphics and feel ✓ References to 80s ✓ Supremely funny trailer ✓ Extreme amount of hype around the film ✓ Connections to other MCU films ✓ Stellar casting ✓ The dialogue is clever, with some excellent exchanges involving Thor and his supporting cast, along with some sharp, dark scenes that try to emphasise the drastic nature of the film title.
7:53 FILM CLUB: The 7:53 Film Club is Peterborough’s newest Film Club, bringing together fans of films from all genres to watch/debate/discuss with like-minded fans. Utilising a private, 35-seater cinema, among other venues, with exceptional food deals and value for money, we aim to grow and bring more, unique, experiences including interviews with directors and stars of films, to our members. Find the group on Facebook and join in.
THOR: Ragnarok However, this is undone with the needless jokes and quips. Thor really suffers from “Deadpool Syndrome”, whereby it tries to be funny, too funny in many places, and puts unwarranted funniness in others. It’s like everyone now wants to add in some hilarity to their films, as if that was the reason Deadpool did so well. Ragnarok is apocalyptic, not a joke, and I think those at Marvel forgot this when writing the script. Not exactly light-hearted subject matter! Cate Blanchett steals the show as Hela – a powerhouse performance of Nordic mythology proportion. One of the best in a superhero film fullstop! Overall, one of the best, if not the best, Marvel films. Great cast chemistry, great supporting staff and a great soundtrack! A must see for all Superhero film fans! 4k or Blu-ray all the way upon release! A God(dess) of a film, nothing Ragnarok about it! 5/5
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CANAL LIFE T BRIAN JONES – LOCAL HISTORIAN
he Stamford Canal that ran for just under seven miles between Stamford and Market Deeping, played an important part in history linking all the communities. Significant improvements were made to the river after the Civil War with a new cut with 10 locks being constructed between Stamford and Market Deeping with two locks being built on the river section below Market Deeping. The finished project was the longest canal with locks in Britain when it was built. No longer a barge-carrying canal it remains a fascinating one to walk alongside. West Deeping appears to have gone into slumber between the 16th and 18th centuries. However, the water mill on the Stamford Canal remained active. Now a private house it is easy to see the mill in the early 18th century where, at one stage, it had four water active mills. Going over the canal/water course then, and to this day, we see the through road called King Street – a road close of the line of the Roman major road of Ermine Street – a road that ran, and still runs, along the edge of the Fens and heading to Bourne and its Abbey. Could King Street have been a shorter and/or cheaper road to follow with little reason
Deeping St James Church for the traveller of the time to linger too long here in this small community? Market Deeping also seems to be keeping itself to itself at this time. A 2,000+ word story of the communities’ history makes no mention to the late 16th and early 17th century activities in the town. By contrast the Stamford canal was continuing its journey to the sea with Market Deeping being its final commercial stop-off point. However, there is a legacy of the time – a legacy that is visible to this day. It is on the church of St Guthlac – outside for all to see; something that impacts on our life then – and now. Look up at the tower as you walk into town and/or as you leave – if you are going north you’ll see the date 1710 with the message ‘The day is Thine’; and if you are heading
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south to the town centre you’ll see ‘The Night cometh’. So easy to miss; so poignant to read. The third of our communities is Deeping St James. In common with other monastic houses Deeping Priory was dissolved in 1539 - and its lands sold to the Duke of Norfolk. The Priory was retained for parish worship. Tragically, the buildings themselves fell into decay with the church tower collapsing in 1717 with ‘centuries of flooding and decay’ being to be blame. A new tower was built in the 1730s – and stands proudly to this present day.
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rudenell Estates has started on Phase One of a major and an essential refurbishment programme for Deene Park. This renovation includes a complete renewal of most of the roof, the rebuilding of many of the chimneys, essential works to the masonry and refurbishment of the South Elevation and Courtyard. Local surveyors BSM Noble of Peterborough is overseeing the renovations, and historic building specialist Messenger Construction of Stamford has been undertaking the works to the building. We are delighted that the project is running on budget and on time! We are still expecting the final removal of the shroud of scaffolding in December this year.
LOOKING Update on the renovation works at Deene Park.
The Roof: Repairs to the roof have included increased falls and insulation and ventilation while the Collyweston roof has been completely removed for repair, felt laid to the base of the roof, broken or damaged slates replaced with like-for-like new ones and re-sited. Timber windows: A repair scheme has been undertaken using replacement timber
good! sections and modern resin repairs systems to recreate the timber windows. The aim was to maintain fully operational windows while retaining as much of the historic fabric as possible. Stonework: One of the main problems with 17th century stonework is corrosion of ferrous cramps installed during the original construction. The metal framework has been replaced with rust-proof stainless steel.
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SUNDAY 18TH & 25TH FEBRUARY 2018 12-4PM We invite you to wrap up warm and enjoy a walk through the blankets of Snowdrops which cover the magical woodlands of Deene Park. Complete your visit with a stop at our Old Kitchen Tea Room for hot drinks, homemade cakes and bakes and light lunches.
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W H AT ’ S O N CHRISTMAS THEME PARTIES, which include a hot buffet in the price, give opportunities for business colleagues, families and friends to add another celebratory night to their festive calendars. These include a 90s Night (Friday 15), a 60s/70s Night (Saturday 16), an 80s Night (Friday 22), a Noughties Night (Saturday 23) and a New Year’s Eve Speakeasy 1920s Night. Fancy dress is optional and special prices are available for tables of eight or more.
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BROADWAY DOOMWATCH WEDNESDAYS is a new monthly meet-up where renowned speakers challenge orthodox thinking and allows for networking with the airing of alternative views on current affairs. Special guest for the launch party on 20 December is
THE MAGICAL SANTA SHOW on Monday 18 December (noon and 2.30pm), with Santa and Ellie the Elf is a show especially for children aged 2-7, which includes magic tricks and sing-a-long songs, and children will receive a special gift after the performance.
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author and lecturer Andy Thomas (The Truth Agenda, Conspiracies – The Facts – The Theories – The Evidence). THE CULT TV AWARDS 2017 sees the 24th annual gong-giving on 30 December, featuring a dinner and an aftershow party surrounding the main attraction itself. Now’s your chance to attend an actual television awards ceremony! Book now on 01733 306071 or in person at 46 Broadway, Peterborough PE1 1RT, or surf to www.ticketsource.co.uk/ thebroadway. ALADDIN - see page 65
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National Parrot Sanctuary.” The £250,000 development will comprise of state-of-the-art facilities, including a four-stage negative air pressured quarantine unit for newly arrived birds; a fully equipped hospital with both on-show and off-show convalescing wards;
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4-8 December from 4.30pm Santa will be at the park to meet the children, have a special tea with them, receive their Christmas letters and read them a festive bedtime story in his grotto. They can even have a walk around the park with his elves to see the beautiful lights and feed the reindeer. Bookings only. Full terms & conditions: www.lincswildlife.com WINTER WALK IN THE PARK
16-17 December from 12-7pm Enjoy our amazing Christmas lights, festive music, children’s entertainment, Santa’s grotto with real reindeer – Boomer and Lexi, traditional snack stalls, themed bouncy castles, Skegness Neverland Theatre, face painting and top it off with a great photo memory in our Giant Snow Globe. Standard entry admissions apply. No need to book. Full terms & conditions: www.lincswildlife.com
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a laboratory to enable onsite parasitology and microbiological tests to be carried out; and a hatchery and nursery to support any newly hatched birds that need assistance. Lincoln University’s Dr Anna Wilkinson, the Parks Research Coordinator said: “Lincolnshire Wildlife Park has always excelled where positive research is concerned and this amazing facility will enable us to find out more about these special animals in order to provide them with even better homes.” Also incorporated within the development will be a new food preparation unit allowing visitors a unique insight into the vast quantities of high-class food that is delivered to the animals daily.
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Mirror mirror on the wall, which is the greatest panto of them all? Snow White of course! This classic fairy story promises everything you’ve come to expect from a Cresset panto; songs, music, laughter, magic and bags of audience participation, delivering fantastic entertainment for all the family. With an amazing cast headed by Coronation Street legend Kevin Kennedy (Curly Watts). Cresset Bretton Centre Peterborough PE3 8DX
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Players will perform Beauty and the Beast, directed by Lisa Hales with Aidan McGarry as Musical Director. Stamford Corn Exchange, Broad Street PE9 1PX
Matinees 2pm Evening 7pm Tickets £9.50, concessions £9, under 16s £8 T 01780 766455 W stamfordcornexchange.co.uk
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The Benfield Christmas Tree Festival will showcase 40 beautifully decorated Christmas trees displayed above
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The all new Christmas Special will take you on a nostalgic roller coaster ride back to the 80’s based on the 40 hits produced and performed by Shakin’ Stevens including his no.1 Merry Christmas Everyone, Blue Christmas and Green Door. Tickets £18, concessions £17, two-course dinner and show £33.95
THAT 80s ROCK SHOW is performed by a seven-piece live band playing all the biggest 80s rock classics from bands such as Bon Jovi, Aerosmith, Def Leppard, KISS, Whitesnake, Foreigner and Journey over two hours . Tickets £18.50, concessions £17.50
2 DEC 8PM THE MOTOWN SENSATIONS & THE CONMITMENTS
The famed tribute show with full backing band plays the hits that millions know and love from The Commitments – including Mustang Sally, Try A Little Tenderness, Chain of Fools, Soul Man, Midnight Hour and
the pews. Enjoy performances by local musicians and performers, a raffle, children’s crafts , baked goods and refreshments. St Mary’s Church, Lower Benefield (off the A427 on the Brigstock Road)
countless others. Tickets £18.50, concessions £17.50 7 DEC 8PM CIRCUS JUST GOT SEXY® WITH FORBIDDEN NIGHTS CHRISTMAS PARTY NIGHT
Indulge in a two-hour production as world-renowned circus artists perform heartracing tricks and provocative choreography with the ultimate Forbidden Tease and a few men in uniform thrown in for good measure. Tickets £20
available on the door. £10 to include festive nibbles and drinks. Accompanied under 16s are free. T 01572 821566 Loreley Casewell W loreleyanddave@ allincottage.co.uk
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Christmas Magic at The Broadway is back for a seventh year, featuring all your festive favourites including Walking in the Air, Driving Home for Christmas, Little St Nick, Silent Night, Carol of the Bells and White Christmas by the
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Father Christmas is back and this time he’s had three helpings of sprouts! Tickets £10.50, child £8.50, family (2a + 2ch) £34
city’s award-winning choirs Peterborough Male Voice Choir, Peterborough Voices and Peterborough Youth Choir, as well as orchestral classics such as Christmas Overture and Sleigh Ride from special guests Peterborough Festival Orchestra. Tickets from £16 T 0333 666 3366 W peterboroughsings. org.uk
24 DEC LIVE MUSIC WITH DAN PERRIN FROM THE LOUNGE
The Whistlestop, Tallington
27 DEC 10AM-2PM WILD WEDNESDAY
Children and adults are welcome to come and join in some seasonal and wild crafts. Meet at Discovery Den Cost Free. Suggested donation £2 Nene Park Trust, Ham Farm House, Ham Lane, Peterborough PE2 5UU
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