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Halloween, history and happiness

his issue of the Scene is full of some really great features keeping you informed,

inspired and up to date. The Great British Bake Off hit our screens last month, and if this has encouraged you to get into the kitchen and start baking, then our shopping guide on p10 might help you to find the right tools for the job. Our home feature, p38, is all about getting cozy and giving your home that autumnal feel. The Scene enjoyed a night of reggae and rum at to the new Caribbean restaurant, Turtle Bay in Peterborough – see p13 for the review. October is the scary month of Halloween – if you want to put on a really fun night then turn to p42 for some frightening ideas on how to dress up your home. Don’t forget that that firework’s night is just around the corner, so book your tickers for the fiesta of the year – see p72 for more details. This is the month to turn over a new leaf and live your life without limits. On p50, Infinity Coaching helps to change our perspectives. We also have our regular features – history, cleaning, finance, travel and what’s on in your area, as well as a competition to win tickets to see the soulful singer of the 80s Alexander O’Neil!

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Heidi x The Scene Team Publisher Heidi Semple Advertising sales Dee Kennedy Production editor Jo Saunders / missyjosaunders@icloud.com Art editor Graham Copestake / sparxcreative.co.uk Contributors June and Vernon Bull, Brian Jones, thestamfordfoodie.co.uk

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FOOD & DRINK Try Kwoklyn Wan’s Crispy Tempura King Prawns served with a Wasabi Mayo recipe. Get ready to bake with utensils from Queensgate Shopping Centre. Get some Caribbean culture at Turtle Bay.

B E AU T Y , H E A LT H & FAS H I O N At different times in our lives, we need alternative skincare products – what would suit your skin type? Get a free hearing test. Try hypnotherapy to combat stress.

Wine o’clock?

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HOME & GARDEN Save some money with a gas and electricity offer from Peterborough Energy. Top cleaning tips from Peters’ Cleaners for October. Check out Rachel Grant’s guide on how to achieve autumnal interiors. Having a horror Halloween party? Then read our fiendishly ghoulish ideas to impress and revolt your guests in equal measure. FA M I LY & F R I E N D S Wright Care at Home get set to run a half-marathon for charity. What is a multi-generational estate and do you need one? Local historian Brian Jones looks back at life after the civil war.

Sew good

T R AV E L & L E I S U R E Escape to the achingly beautiful Azores. Take a walk on the wildside at Lincolnshire Wildlife Park. DIARY See the firework fiesta, get the Magical Park app, WIN tickets to see Alexander O’Neal and read a review of the latest Captain Underpants film!

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K I TC H E N

Kwoklyn Wan’s tried and tested recipes are delicious and aromatic.

his recipe is Japan’s contribution to the world of fried foods. Tempura is a light and fluffy batter that can be used when cooking meat, fish and vegetables.

Crispy Tempura King Prawns SERVED WITH A WASABI MAYO

INGREDIENTS

24 raw king prawns (deveined) 100g cornflour ■ 150g plain flour ■ 10g baking powder ■ 700ml groundnut oil ■ Enough iced Perrier or soda water to make a batter (should coat your finger) ■ ■

WASABI MAYO INGREDIENTS ■ ■

2tsp wasabi powder 2 pinches caster sugar

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6tbsp mayonnaise

METHOD

To make the mayo, mix the wasabi powder with 1tbsp water to form a paste. Stir in the mayonnaise and sugar, then cover and chill. In a bowl mix all flours together, gently add the iced liquid, briefly stir (do not stir too much). Heat the oil in a deep saucepan until a piece of bread browns in it after about 15 secs. Line a tray with kitchen paper. Dip prawns into batter one at a time and gently lower into the hot oil, you can add a few at a time, allow to cook until the batter is golden and the prawns are pink. Lift onto the kitchen paper to drain, then sprinkle with salt. Serve hot, ready to dunk into the dip. W kwoklynwan.com facebook.com/BigWan888 twitter.com/Kwoklyn_Wan

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THE Bee’s KNEES

The Stamford Foodie checks out the buzz at The Beehive.

nder the management of the Trevor family (Jim, Sharon and daughter Lauren), who have had great success as restaurateurs in the area, posh fish and chips will be a far cry from your standard chippy. Diners can order their food to takeaway or enjoy table service and the extended menu in the restaurant, which includes delicious dishes like crispy fried whitebait with chilli mayo dip, black pudding fritter with sweet onion chutney, battered squid and tartare sauce to start, perhaps followed by monkfish tail and chips or pie of the day with mash and gravy for main? Desserts are also available as is gluten-free batter. This is an exciting addition to the Peterborough pub/restaurant scene.

62 Albert Place, Peterborough PE1 1DD T 01733 310600 W beehivepub.co.uk

BEST OF BRITISH

Tucked away on Cheyne Lane, Lambert’s Deli has built up a reputation for being one of Stamford’s best spots for coffee or a light bite to eat. Over the last few months chef/proprietor Steve Conway has been opening up the bistro-come-deli on Thursday and Friday evenings to bring a best-of-British fine dining experience to the town. Every month, Steve and his team create a new menu, which celebrates the best of seasonal British produce, including Devon white crab meat, served with avocado and tomato gazpacho; smoked Gressingham duck served with kohlrabi remoulade and smoked Rutland

water trout served with crayfish tian, soused fennel and confit tomato petals, which sounds delicous and gives Steve (former Head Chef at Barnsdale Lodge) the opportunity to trumpet his talents as a fine dining chef within the relaxed and comfortable surrounds of Lambert’s. Enjoy

two courses for £24.50, or three courses for £29.50. Great food guaranteed. Booking necessary.

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THE PACKHORSE

he Packhorse, Northborough, is a lovely village pub that serves great food in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, thanks to owner/head chef Keith Smee and sons, Sam and Jack. Keith, who has worked in some of London’s top hotels and restaurants, puts on regular foodie evenings, like pizza, pie, curry and fish and chip nights, as well as enticing autumnal offerings on the regular menu, such as black pudding fritters with poached quails eggs and pearl barley fricassee to start, followed by roasted barbary duck with fondant potato or braised beef cheek with horseradish mash for main, finishing with warm sticky toffee pudding with gingerbread ice-cream.

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FOOD & DRINK

THE BIG

Make positive changes to your diet and lifestyle to reduce your cancer risk.

ctober is Breast cancer awareness month, so let’s discuss the big C and how we can reduce our risk. According to Cancer Research UK someone in the UK is diagnosed with cancer every two minutes and no doubt most of you reading this will know someone whose world has been turned upside down following a cancer diagnosis. While rates for all cancers combined have increased by a tenth since the early 1990s, the good news is survival rates have doubled over the past 40 years and half of all cases (42%) of cancer are linked to lifestyle. The lifestyle and food choices you make CAN make a difference!

DON’T WAIT TO LOSE THE WEIGHT

Obesity accounts for 5% of all cancers and increases your risk of numerous cancers including breast and bowel cancer. Do you know what your BMI is and are you in the healthy range of 18.524.9? Are your trousers pinching at the waist or are you using the last hole on your belt? A healthy waist circumference (80cm (31.5in) for women and 94cm (37in) for men) is equally important. If your weight has been a struggle or is a concern ask your GP to refer you to an NHS dietitian.

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Alternatively come to one of my clinics for a personalised weight loss plan. RED MEAT AND PROCESSED

While red meat such as beef and pork can be included in a healthy balanced diet, high intakes of red and processed meats (bacon, ham, sausages, salami) have been linked to bowel cancer. Current recommendations are for people who are eating more than 90g of red/processed meat per day to reduce this to 70g. ■ Instead of the routine ham sandwiches try egg/tuna/chicken or hummous. October 2017 | E: info@scenepublishing.co.uk

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hormone oestrogen, a hormone that is thought to contribute to the development of breast and womb cancer. So stand up, walk about and minimise time spent sitting or lying down. Can you fit in a 10 minute brisk walk during your lunch break or why not try that exercise class you have been thinking about? Don’t wait for January to make a new years resolution – make the change now! FILL UP WITH FIBRE ■ Replacing half the amount of mince in a meal with beans or lentils will increase your fibre and lower your saturated fat intake. ■ Finally swap your beef burger for a bean or chicken burger.

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Low-fibre intakes have been linked to increased risk of colon cancer. Choosing wholegrains like wholewheat pasta, Weetabix, oats, wholemeal and granary/ seeded bread and oatcakes can offer some protection. JOIN THE MEATLESS-MONDAY REVOLUTION

Evidence has shown plant-based diets can provide protection against chronic diseases including heart disease, type 2 diabetes and cancer. Plant-based diets are based on foods derived

from plants including vegetables, grains, nuts, seeds and legumes with minimal or no animal products. So next time your reach for the chicken why not try some crispy tofu in your stirfry? Or add some crunch to your salads with some nuts and pumpkin seeds. TO POP A PILL OR NOT?

The combined contraceptive pill has been shown to slightly increase the risk of breast (contributing to 1% of breast cancers in the UK) and cervical cancer; with the risk falling again after the pill is stopped. However, it also offers protection against womb and ovarian cancer; and may reduce the risk of bowel cancer. So, it is generally accepted that the protective effects of the pill last longer and outweigh the increased risk of breast cancer. It is worth speaking to your GP who can help you make an informed decision based on your personal circumstances and medical history.

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B E AU T Y , H E A LT H & FAS H I O N

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When you reach your 40s your skin becomes harder to exfoliate as you begin to lose moisture and it becomes much drier than your 30s, making it harder to remove dead skin cells. Look out for natural shea butter in skin exfoliators and moisturisers that will add hydration to your skin and buff away dead skin.

FABULOUS 50S THRILLING 30S Hydration is your best skin friend throughout your 30s so aim to include absorbent botanical ingredients full of nutrients. Aloe vera, cucumber and Plantolin are all ingredients that are super moisturising. Aloe vera helps heal damaged and inflamed skin and tea tree oil is used to treat sores, rashes and spots because of its antiseptic properties.

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So what does Vitamin E have over Vitamin A, C or D? As with all vitamins they are all rich in antioxidants to help fight against free radicals, which target and destroy the skin structure and cells and this includes your collagen and elasticity. Vitamin E or tocopherol as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also known has higher levels of antioxidants to combat skin damage and help skin heal itself. Vitamin E oil can be found in acai fruit oil, which is an emollient that eliminates dryness and moisturises the skin barrier.

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this event provides an opportunity to discuss how your hearing can be improved with an experienced Audiologist. Whether you have hearing aids or not, find out about its FREE hearing aid trial offer and other event-special offers. If you can’t make the open event, contact Sound Advice Hearing to arrange a home visit, or you can visit its Whittlesey day centre. These events are popular so book your place today.

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positive things in life, no matter how small. Gradually creating new neuro pathways and enabling better focus and movement towards our goal. Hummingbird Hypnotherapy in Bourne offers a FREE initial consultation to all new clients and works with adults and children to regain control and become focussed on a positive mindset. Call Nicole 07540 873928

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he cafe, which is part of the Hotel Chocolat shop in Queensgate Shopping Centre, will prepare its award-winning hot chocolates alongside coffees, frappes and cacao nib-infused teas. The hot chocolates are out of

this world and come in a selection of indulgent flavours including classic, milky, salted caramel, hazelnut, chilli and 100% dark chocolate. The lattes and frappes are also available in an array of flavours and are made without syrups, flavourings and additives, just the good stuff and are sold

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range, which is a hero collection of four new festive fragrances designed to awaken the senses. The collection includes The Perfect Tree, which recreates that distinctive alpine scent in your home, or if you prefer sweeter scents then light a Spiced White Cocoa candle and snuggling up by the fire. For a more musky scent choose Crackling Wood Fire or recreate that unique yuletide feeling with the aptly named Christmas Magic. *while stocks last

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ollowing the huge success of Safe Local Trades, demand from non-trade services has led to the establishment of our sister company, Safe Local Services. Since Safe Local Trades was established in 2008, we have been asked for recommendations on dozens of different services outside the remit of tradesmen and, by end of this year, we will be able to meet that consumer demand with our new service to cater for this. The aim is again to provide consumers with professionals – anything from dog groomers to legal firms – who undergo a vetting process – giving you that peace of mind you need when instructing a service. What is great about this – as we have seen with Safe Local Trades – is that each service will have its own profile, gallery of images and a chance for

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Water removes watermarks. Check the care label and if washable follow the instructions, ensuring you wash at the right temperature. For items or fabrics that need dry cleaning, a professional can hand treat the mark prior to cleaning. Ensure you advise the cleaner that it is a watermark as dry cleaning will not remove a watermark. Before treating any mark or stain on your cloths or fabrics check the care label. Water can shrink, distort and discolour some fabrics as can bleaches. If in any doubt, seek professional advice.

Freshen up your curtains Make your curtains look brighter for the winter by taking them outside and giving them a good shake or leave them in situ and vacuum them. Hoovering removes dried dirt and improves the appearance of the curtains. It also takes away dust particles that cause allergies. Pay attention to the tops and hems of curtains where dust and dirt collects.

Ask Peters’ Cleaners Q How should curtains be cleaned? A This depends upon the fabric so ensure you follow the instructions on the care label. The wash symbol means the fabric is washable. If it is not hand wash, then you can put the curtains in your machine and wash at the indicated temperature. Be careful about tumble drying as this can cause shrinkage or excessive creasing. Ensure you remove all curtain hooks prior to washing.

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If the fabric is specialist dry clean then it P . Washing could will have a circular symbolO potentially damage the fabric. If there is no care label, ask a professional how they should be cleaned to avoid any risk of shrinkage or damage.

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hat is a multigenerational estate? Put simply, if a person lives until they are in their mid-80s, it is entirely possible that their children will be in their 60s, and they may have grandchildren in their late 30s. Even their great grandchildren could be teenagers when they die. This means that just passing their wealth to their children might not be the best course of action. Passing your wealth to children who have already established themselves in life can cause tax

issues, and can upset their own well-laid plans. Skipping a child, even a grandchild or maybe a whole generation can have significant inheritance tax benefits for the long-term wealth of your family. Choosing who to skip, who to benefit and by how much is a difficult task. One that’s made more difficult because you don’t know what you will leave behind, and the circumstances that your family will be in when you die. But there is good news. You don’t have to decide now. You can leave it up to your children

to decide who needs what at the time. All you need to do is decide to set up a family trust in your Will, this will list all the potential beneficiaries and give your children guidance as to how you want your assets to be distributed. Does this sound like you? Would you like to discuss your options? Give us a call today and book a meeting to find out if your estate plan needs to be multigenerational.

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or some years now the child benefit tax charge for higher earners has had an impact on families and the implications of this charge aren’t always obvious. Child benefit can be claimed for all children under the age of 16. The current benefit is £20.70 per week for the first child and £13.70 for each additional child. So for two this is currently £1,788 per annum. THE TAX CHARGE AND HOW IT IS CALCULATED

Where a parent has not requested that HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) stop paying child benefit, a tax charge will be levied on the household’s highest earner if their personal taxable income exceeds £50,000 per tax year. It is interesting to note that if both you and your partner have an income just below the £50,000 limit, you’ll still continue to receive the full amount of Child Benefit If you have an income of between £50,000 and £60,000 a year, the amount of extra tax you’ll have to pay will be 1% of the amount of Child Benefit you get for every £100 of your income above £50,000. So this would mean that should your income be

£55,000 this would lead to a 50% reduction in child benefit – £894 if you have two children. SO WHAT CAN BE DONE?

Well, one possible solution to this could be to make an additional pension contribution. If you follow the above example of someone who earned £55,000 then that individual could make a £5,000 pension contribution. This individual is a higher rate tax payer and so can claim effective tax relief on the payment of £2,000 – the net cost is therefore £3,000. The pension contribution of £5,000 also reduces the net income to £50,000 and so 100% of the Child Benefit will be retained – £894 in the above example. If you follow the example through a £5,000 pension contribution would receive £2,000 tax relief and £894 returned by way of child benefit and so the true cost of the £5,000 contribution would be £2,104! There are other ways of doing it including charity contributions.

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Snapshots of Symington’s Factory, Woodston, makers of the Liberty bodice.

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etween the years 1827 and 1840 three brothers William, James and Samuel Symington left Leadshall in Lanarkshire, Scotland, for Market Harborough in Leicestershire. Their uncle was William Symington who devoted his life to the development of steam engines for ships. He was unsuccessful at exploiting his talents commercially and must have told his nephews many times over about his failure. William was the first of the three brothers to settle in Market Harborough a thriving market town. His younger brother James, aged 19, soon followed. Within months James set himself up as a tailor, hatter and woollen draper next to the shop where

his elder brother William sold tea and coffee. William’s shop was thriving and he decided to move into new factory premises to start a food manufacturing company – W Symington & Co Ltd. Their third brother Samuel was a commercial traveller who didn’t join his brothers until a few years later. The former house and shop that William used to own was sold to the Gold family who had a daughter named Sarah who was skilled at stay making – a craft and trade needed for corset making. At this time, all corsets were handmade and exquisitely embroidered. The combination of Sarah’s charm and strong will attracted her neighbour James Symington

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(who owned the tailor and draper’s shop next door) and within three years they were married and she moved into James’ drapery business. Their first child was born in1837 when Queen Victoria came to the throne and Sarah, like the monarch, had nine children, but somehow she found time to support her husband’s business. The fashion of the day called for a narrow waist and every woman who could afford to do so (irrespective of her age and figure) wore corsets specially made to constrict her middle to the greatest degree possible. So, James was able to advertise himself as a tailor, hatter, haberdasher and stay maker. In 1850 James and Sarah leased a cottage and set up their first workroom. All the corsets

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Symington’s factory Peterborough c1949

were handmade until the advent of the sewing machine – the singer brand, in particular. So, in 1856 James started to take bigger orders and Market Harborough had one of the first mechanised corset factories in England. In the 1860s, corsets became big business in the fashion industry and soon Symington was able to open factories in Leicester, Rugby, Gainsborough, Ipswich, Sudbury, Liverpool, Manchester and Blackwood, as well as Peterborough. James and Sarah Symington’s sons and daughters soon took up positions within the company. Perry Gold Symington, the youngest daughter joined as an executive as well as a lady supervisor in a time when women of her class were expected to stay at home. However, workingclass girls and young women at this time either entered domestic service or gained factory work. There was keen competition for a job at any of the Symington factories for women who had T: 01778 382762 | October 2017

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to work because the conditions were Symington James & Sarah considered far better than elsewhere. Close today Symington c1847 The Peterborough factory was built in 1903 and housed 250 machines. By 1912 the premises were extended to take a further 200 machines and then 10 years later in 1921 the premises were extended yet again. By the outbreak of WWII, the Peterborough factory employed 650 people. Since it opened in 1903 until 1956 there had only been two factory managers and a quarter of its workforce had been there for and subsidiary companies 30-40 years. closed. During WWII the factory made The Peterborough factory parachutes, tropical shirts and was demolished and is now a gym shorts, but in the 1950s residential development. The it reverted to being one of only legacy is a street called Symington’s stitching stations. Symington Close, Woodston. The Liberty corset or bodice was manufactured at Peterborough. NEXT ISSUE: An account Sadly in 1967 the business was of the Civilian Repair Depot taken over by Courtaulds and at Horsey Toll. many of the Symington branches

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Antonio Verrio

tamford town escaped the Civil War relatively unscathed despite Oliver Cromwell’s siege of Burghley House and the visit there of the fugitive King Charles in May 1646. After the Restoration of 1660 the town recovered. Improvements to the Great North Road encouraged road trade and the river was made navigable again by a canal. Everyone who travelled north passed through Stamford and the coaching trade elevated old medieval inns like The George into major, nationally renowned, hostelries. Prosperous professional men and merchants were attracted to the town and they built their fine vernacular and later classic or Georgian houses, which today provide the backbone of the town’s fabric. Meanwhile – what was happening in the rest of our part of the world? Not a lot, it turns out. No vicar was appointed at Bourne for many years – the church being served by curates. The town will, in fact, have to wait until 1711 when Edward Blythe takes charge. In Market Deeping the Revd Paul Pretland had regained his living, but it would be a further

King Charles 2nd eight years to return St Guthlac’s church to what it was. The Uffington estate was bought for Charles Bertie, the 5th son of the 2nd Earl of Lindsey. A grand house was designed in 1675 and attributed to a rather anonymous ‘Mr Grant, Surveyor’ who is mentioned in the account books as receiving £4. 2s 6d’ for ‘making a plan of Uffington House and surveying several parcels of land adjoining to it’. Work started in 1681 and was largely completed by 168688. Bertie wrote in August 1687: “The house which I am now building ‘in the afternoon of my age, you must not call a fine house: but I hope it will be big enough for a younger brother’s family.’ When completed the interiors were regarded as some of the finest in Lincolnshire. The staircase, walls and ceilings were decorated by Antonio Verrio who had also worked at Windsor Castle and spent a decade at Burghley House. The Cromwells had gone and,

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in 1660, King Charles 2nd was invited back to England to reclaim his throne. Once here the new king pursued a policy of political and religious tolerance – due in large part to his own leanings towards Catholicism. Ten years later Charles signed a secret treaty with Louis XIV of France promising to convert to Catholicism and support the French against the Dutch. In return, he would receive subsidies from France that enabled him to have some room for manoeuvre with parliament. In 1677 Charles 2nd arranged his niece Mary’s marriage to the Protestant William of Orange. As a result Catholic brother James was his heir. Charles died on 6 February 1685, converting to Catholicism on his deathbed and James came to the throne as King James 2nd of England. His many attempts to formalise toleration of Catholics and non-conformists failed due to a strongly hostile parliament.

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he Portuguese-owned Azores Islands are an enchanting archipelago of nine emerald green islands situated between Portugal and North America in the North Atlantic Ocean. For the enlightened travellers, the Azores have long represented a beckoning blip on the radar of possible destinations and it is a Mecca for nature lovers and fans of adventure sports. Another reason to visit this independent region of Portugal is that restrictions on air routes to the Azores have recently been removed, which means more carriers (including RyanAir and Easy Jet), cheaper fares and more choice for travellers trying to explore this region. The flight time is just under four hours, with the outer islands being a short hop by ferry or air, making island-hopping a great itinerary. The islands lie on the nexus of the European, American and African tectonic plates and UNESCO has designated three of them (Graciosa, Flores and Corvo) as biospheres. The archipelago also comprises more than 30 Blue Flag beaches and 13 important wetlands areas. Last year the Azores were named as one the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top destinations for sustainable tourism. Renowned for exciting adventures at sea including scuba diving, snorkelling, water sports, and whale

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Lincolnshire Wildlife Park is home to a myriad of birds and animals.

id you know that within Lincolnshire Wildlife Park is the well-established National Parrot Sanctuary, which houses more than 1,000 parrots and parakeets – many of which fly freely around the park? The park is well known for its tigers. The Bengal Tiger adventure started with Dehra and her three cubs that arrived more than two years ago. The park now has 11 Bengal tigers. Tigers are fascinating creatures and no tiger has the same stripes as the next; the special white markings on the back of their ears warn off other challengers as they look like eyes. You can book a Tiger Experience if you want to get a little closer to these fascinating animals with the opportunity for special VIP treatment alongside the safety of the tigers’ keepers. For more information lincswildlife.com/experiences.

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of all shapes and sizes ranging from the smallest of just a few inches, to Albert weighing in at five stone! Cecil, the tapir is a sight to behold, he is gentle and friendly, and originates from the wet Brazilian and South American rainforests. You can visit the greater rheas, cousin to the Ostrich. In the wild these flightless birds use their powerful legs to outrun trouble. A must-see are the ever popular and captivating meerkats. You will be delighted watching them dig dens and be captivated as they play. And listen out for the effervescent Australian Kookaburras. Clarence and Kola are the loved-up ring-tailed lemurs that arrived at the park in 2009 and every year since they have had pups. Other animals at the sanctuary include otters, capybara, bearded dragons, snakes, a chameleon and an enormous display of colourful tropical fish. Tickets: adult £9.95; children 3-15 £8.50; under 3s free. Family and OAP concessions.

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ow in its 40th Year, Peterborough Firework Fiesta is in the top 10 fireworks displays in the UK and a leading local charity fundraiser. This year is set to be even bigger and more spectacular with new sponsors onboard. Britannia Fire and Security will take a leading role in supporting this important fundraising event, together with sponsors Anglia Ruskin University. Colin Pogson, Managing Director of Britannia Fire and Security told us: “We are delighted and proud to sponsor this spectacular event which is a highlight in Peterborough’s calendar. The funds raised are vital for local charities and good causes and we’re looking forward to helping to raise even more this year.” Each year Peterborough Firework Fiesta’s popularity grows, with around 11,000 visitors enjoying last year’s spectacular display of fireworks by Titanium, the company behind national celebration fireworks such as the Commonwealth Games and New Year displays in London and Edinburgh. Free parking, live music by Heart FM, food outlets, fairground rides make it great family entertainment.

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The soul legend comes to The Broadway Theatre on 9 December.

fter the success of the Shalamar concert in May The Broadway Theatre is bringing another legendary soul performer to Peterborough. Join Alexander O’Neal at his 2017 ‘30 Years of Hearsay’ tour for a night of great tunes. After the show there will be a special 80’s Classic Soul and Funk Party in the Broadway Suite, which is free for all concert attendees.

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W H AT ’ S O N 1 OCT 7.30PM MUSIC

Celebrate 25 Years of T.Rextasy with Bolan’s special ingredient of Rock-a-Boogie songs throughout the 1970s including Telegram Sam, Jeepster and I Love to Boogie – two hours of amazing completely live glam rock! The Key Theatre, Peterborough Tickets: £22 T 01733 207239 W vivacitypeterborough.com 5 OCT 7.30PM MUSIC

Enjoy the velvet country voice of Patsy Cline who caught the imagination of Sue Lowry – a lifelong fan of country music Tickets £18 T 01733 265705 W cresset.ticketsolve. com 7 OCT 7.30PM CONCERT

The Gildenburgh Choir and The Stevenage Ladies Choir are presenting a concert of popular music. St Andrew’s Church Netherton, Peterborough 7 OCT 1AM-4PM WELL-BEING

The Bourne Well Being Event will include Hypnotherapy, Kinesiology, Tarot, Holistic Wellness, Ret Row Art, doTerra Oils, Arbonne,

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I’m crazy for loving you Indian Head Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Nu Skin, Sammaras Accessories, Forever Living, Crystal Healing, Laughter Yoga, Gong session, Yoga tasters, raffle, tombola, tea and cake. All proceeds will be donated to charity. Wake House, North Street, Bourne 12 OCT FOR 7.30PM QUIZ

Bring your own drink to the St Barnabas annual Quiz Night. Teams of up to six people allowed. St Wulframs Church, Church Road, Grantham Tickets £9.50 including supper. T 01476 591010 E Janie.mccormick@ stbarnabashospice.co.uk

14 OCT 7.30PM MUSIC

Celebrate the music of Franki Valli and The Four Seasons with Frankie’s Guys. This fast-paced, energetic production brings the talented foursome to theatres across the UK to relive an era of timeless classic hits. The Key Theatre, Peterborough Ticket £23.50 T 01733 207239 W vivacitypeterborough.com 15 OCT 3-5PM MUSIC

The City of Peterborough Symphony Orchestra will feature awardwinning British saxophonist Gillian Blair. She will play Alexander Glazounov’s deeply lyrical saxophone concerto. The concert starts with Humperdink’s Overture to Hansel and Gretel and

concludes with Czech composer Dvorak’s brilliant New World Symphony. Queen Katherine Academy Hall (formerly The Voyager) Tickets £13.50 and £11.50 (concessions) W cpso.org.uk 20-22 OCT FESTIVAL

Peterborough’s Oxjam Festival will fill every corner of the city with music, all raising funds for Oxfam. Acts will perform in venues across the city, with the Norman Cathedral serving as a central hub. Saturday’s Community Jam is a family-orientated event and Sunday will shine a prominent spotlight on female performers. Enjoy bands, choirs and spoken word artists to video DJs, and some special kids’ entertainment. It all kicks off with a Friday night launch party at The Brewery Tap, Westgate. W oxjampeterborough.com

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The Discover Rutland Food & Drink Week will include cookery demonstrations, food markets, workshops and themed menus. Starting with Oakham Farmers Market on Saturday 21 October, giving you a chance to stock up on local ingredients, the week will conclude with the anticipated Rutland Food & Drink Festival on Sunday 29th October, spilling out from Oakham Castle and grounds onto the Market Place and down to The Victoria Hall. W discover-rutland. co.uk/whats-on/rutlandfood-and-drink-festival

FREE CHOIR FOR HIRE Want a free performance? If you ■ plan an event this autumn which really needs another short performance to make it complete ■ are organising a community entertainment ■ want to have entertainment as the centre of your social occasion then we can help! Based in Peterborough, Intonation Choir is about 15 people who aim to sing superbly, to give everyone joy. Our repertoire is at present small and drawn mostly from popular music of

25 OCT 2PM PANTO

Magical illusions, pop songs and things that go bump in the night all form the essential ingredients of Harry Panto and the Chamber Pot of Secrets . A ghoulishly spooktacular parody production for this October half term that will leave you wanting Volde-More! Stamford Corn Exchange, Broad Street PE9 1PX Tickets £10.50; child £8.50, family of four £34 T 01780 766455 24-27 OCT 7.30PM PANTO

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the Dragon as the Peterborough Revellers put on a panto that was first performed 30 years Free parking and a licensed bar. Peterborough Indoor Bowls Club, Burton St Tickets £8 adult and £5 children under 12 T 01778 349534

27-28 OCT 6.15-9PM

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The Nene Valley Railway’s Wizards express will include: travel on Wizard’s Express; Halloween goodie bags; spooky goings-on; Wizard’s Express quiz and friendly ghost spotting in the tunnel? Wear your best Halloween outfit. Buffet car Halloween fare. Nene Valley Railway, Wansford Station, Stibbington PE8 6LR Tickets £16.50 per person, all classes. T 01780 784444 W nvr.org.uk

The Macmillan Cancer Support Peterborough Committee is pleased to host its first Christmas Shopping Event. Wonderful stalls to get your Christmas shopping off to a flying start. Refreshments served. The Fleet, Fletton PE2 8DL Entry £2 T 07921 149338

16 NOV 10.30AM- 1PM

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Enjoy pre-christmas coffee, mince pies and homemade cake and chat with friends in the friendly environment of St Barnabas Festive coffee Morning. Free entry, all welcome. 86 Barrowby Rd, Grantham NG31 8AF

Peterborough Opera will perform Giuseppe Verdi’s A Masked Ball with an orchestra. Queen Victoria Hall, Oundle Tickets £5-14 T 01832 274734 W oundleboxoffice.com

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the last 60 years, tweaked with our musical director Aida’s love of jazz. We don’t put on concerts, but we hope to go where people are and entertain them. We can do up to 25 minutes of the choir, or as much more as you need with Aida singing and playing beautiful jazz songs. We are also open to doing 10 minutes if this is what you need! Please contact Tony Forster for more information. E sing@intonationchoir.co.uk T 01733 345883 (leave a message)

18 NOV 11AM EXHIBITION

The Yvonne Lowndes Memorial Photographic Exhibition and competition will be of Aspects of Central Park, Peterborough. The ButterCross Café.

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