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Car Review

Mini Paceman Exclusive Interview with RM EXCLUSIVELY ESSEX

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Sue Bell founded Essex children’s charity ‘Kids Inspire’ in 2007. It is a community based organisation that aims to support vulnerable and disadvantaged young people and their families. Currently, Kids Inspire is based in Chelmsford and Southend, and provides a bespoke package of intervention individually tailored to each child’s needs. Kids Inspire strives to build good relationships and help young people achieve their full potential so they can become stable adults who contribute positively to society. We are supported by the patronage of Anya Hindmarch (international fashion designer). We are also the chosen charity for Sainsbury Springfield, Essex County Cricket Club, Baker labels, Subway (Chelmsford branches), Channels Golf Club and The County Hotel for 2012. We have continued to receive amazing support from local businesses, such as STV Building Services, E2V, Britvic and M&G, who have supported us through donations and amazing activities over the past year.

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BECOME A KIDS INSPIRE MENTOR Our adult mentors engage their mentee in fun everyday activities that broaden their horizons, and help them to develop skills and capabilities to deal with whatever issues they may be struggling with. Providing them with a positive role model, the mentor is able to give the young person a listening ear and help them to make informed decisions to make confident choices that affect their lives for the better. The mentors receive continued support and guidance and Kids Inspire would be keen to hear from anyone interested in becoming a mentor. If you want to find out more about our Mentoring programme, sponsor a child or if you are interested in becoming a mentor please contact us via email admin@kidsinspire.org.uk or call 01245 348707. £10 funds at least one activity for a mentor and mentee £130 funds 6 months of activities for a mentor and mentee £250 funds one mentor’s training £1,500 funds a mentor for a year, from training to Kids Inspire’s support There are plenty of opportunities to get involved with Kids Inspire as a volunteer, mentor, fundraiser or sponsor. If you would like to support the charity in some way, please call 01245 348707 or email admin@kidsinspire.org.uk www.kidsinspire.org.uk.

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Although the weather has taken a turn for the worst, we are here to keep you all looking and feeling glamtastic! We have this seasons must have fashion trends, help you get the Little Mix look and inspire you with the latest nail art.

Art Editor Jade Warrington jade@rmmagazine.co.uk @rm_jade

We have some amazing exclusive interviews for you this month starting with the Queen of Essex, Amy Childs, we talk tans, boutiques, fragrances and future projects. We also caught up with Joe McElderry, the inspirational Suzi Dunn from Totally Essex Hair and ‘Kloq’ one of the most exciting electro-bands our county has ever produced.

Media Sales Manager Rob Wittridge rob@rmmagazine.co.uk @rob_wittridge

Once again, RM are proud headline sponsors for Essex Fashion Week on the 6th of October, find out how the team have prepared, what’s new and how they expect to top their sell out Spring/Summer 2012 show!

Media Sales Amanda Shean amanda@rmmagazine.co.uk @rm_amandas

We spook you with ‘Haunted Essex’, scary snacks, silly costumes for your little monsters and take a trip out of the area to explore ‘Secret London’ with Simon Gregor. Plus, as always our regular features; Ask Dr Jas, Fitness with Go30 Gym, Women in Business with Yvonne Bendall, Leddra Chapman – An Essex girl in Hollywood, RM Loves, Car reviews, What’s On and RM Gadget guide.

Sales Administrator Brooke Warrington brooke@rmmagazine.co.uk @rm_brooke

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Contents

OCTOBER 2012

08 Amy Childs Exclusive Interview

Recipe of the month Check out our scary snacks

53 LEDDRA CHAPMAN An Essex girl in Hollywood

13 Get the look! The Little Mix look!

57 gadget guide The new iPhone 5

16 Essex Fashion Week It’s here - the biggest Essex event of the year

car review Keep up the Pace with the new Mini Paceman

competition!!! Win tickets to a Burlesque show

25 totally essex hair The revolution in hair extensions

rm loves Best finds of the month

33 Homes & Interiors Introducing our new sponsor

exclusive interview Joe McElderry

60 What’s on The latest events near you 62 OUT OF AREA Explore out of Essex 65 SPOOKY COSTUMES ...for your liltte monsters

exclusive interview

Amy Childs

This month RM caught up with the Queen of Essex to speak about life after TOWIE, her ever expanding empire and her top tips for looking glamtastic on a night out in Essex!

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exclusive interview Hi Amy, wow! Since leaving TOWIE you have been a busy girl! How has the programme changed your life? TOWIE was an amazing opportunity for me, I loved the show when I was in it and I had so much fun filming it’s definitely changed my life I am so grateful for everything I have. We all know Amy Childs’ Salon is amazing but you now also have Amy Childs’ Boutique, how’s that all going? The boutique is doing better than I ever expected, I never planned to have a boutique, but my online shop is doing so well and I had my clothes and products selling in my salon, which was making my salon turn into a bit of a shop and I didn’t want that I wanted the salon to be relaxing and focused around treatments so that’s why I decided to get a shop to sell my clothing but I can now also sell my perfume, vajazzles, tan, lashes as well as my Mikey jewellery and bags all in one place. What’s it like being neighbours with your cousin Harry? Are you constantly in each other’s shops?! Oh, I absolutely love Harry’s World we are both so lucky to have shops so close to each other, we are always popping into each other’s shops. What sets Amy’s Boutique apart from the others in Brentwood? It stocks all my own Amy Childs products which makes it more personal, I think you know when you’re coming to buy stuff it’s the same as what’s online.

Can you give us your top tips for looking glam on a night out in Essex. You definitely need a good tan – I love using Must Me Mist before I go out, it smells of strawberries and cream so I smell good too! I can’t go out without my eyelashes, during the day I love to wear Tease or Temptress but for a night out it has to be Heartbreaker! Manicured nails are really important to me too! Do you miss being able to walk down to the shops with out all the press attention? I would never complain it’s hard sometimes when you want to do a quick shop or if you’re feeling unwell but generally it’s all part of it. Whats the best thing about being Amy Childs? I’m just me, the same me, I haven’t changed I am the same Amy Childs from Essex, everything that’s happened to me is amazing I would never change a thing but I just love being with my friends and family, that’s what matters to me the most. What can we expect from Amy Childs in the future? Well I will definitely be bringing out more products, I am working on hair pieces at the moment and want to open express ‘Amy salon-bars’ in shopping centres. I am filming for a few different projects at the moment and I can’t wait to be back on TV. Amy Childs new A/W ‘12 clothing collection and products are all available from www.amychildsofficial.co.uk

Who would you say is your style icon? I love Victoria Beckham’s style and Cheryl Cole’s, they always look amazing. With so much going on in your life how often do you get to work at your salon and boutique? I make sure I go to my salon and boutique every weekend if I am not working I love meeting everyone and I actually really enjoy working in both. You have also launched your new fragrance ‘Amy Childs’ and I must say it smells amazing, how much input did you have in the overall smell and image of the fragrance? It was a long process actually and it was so hard to pick the perfect smell we ended up putting them in groups of yes, no, and maybe about 4 times until we found the one. I wanted purple as it matched my other products and I picked the bottle shape.

Ok, so they might not be the cutest of woodland creatures but as soon as Burberry showcased their British inspired owl jumper in their AW12 catwalk show back in February, our feathered friends were destined to be a hit on the high street in the chillier months and now you can barely walk past a shop window without spotting one of them on a tee, dress or sweater. Best of all, there is an amazing selection of jewellery available for those who want to style the trend in a more subtle way...

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Essex’s own Jessie Nelson along with her Little Mix band members are super on trend this month with the A/W army style. This cute camouflage look is hitting the celeb scene in a big way. Here’s how you can get the look!

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With the summer sun slowly setting on us, not only are we faced with colder weather but days are getting shorter. RM says turn something bad into something good, and with the cold mornings greeting us, this could only mean one thing; a new coat or jacket! RM magazine have rounded up the best coats and jackets on offer this season!

1. Barbour, £299. 2. UNIQLO, £89. 3. John Lewis, £295. 4. John lewis, £325 5. French Connection, £160. 6. Tommy Hilfiger at House Of fraser, £140 7. River Island, £50 8. Topman, £75 14 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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9. Who doesn’t own a denim jacket? Give your look an 80s wash with this acid look affect available online and in store at River Island, £45.

10. The parka jacket was popular with the mods back in the 60s and 70s; revive this trend with Henri Lloyd’s adaptation of the classic. Available online and in store at Henri Lloyd, £325.

11. For the more rebellious and rocker man, this faux leather jacket is affordable and can be customised to best fit your taste. Available online and in store at H&M, £39.

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Essex Fashion Week How is the preparation going for this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Essex Fashion week? The preparations are going very well at the moment we are organised and ready to bring everything together for the main event. It it always hard work and the EFW team are all extremely busy with their roles and responsibilities in making this show another big success. We are very excited for the show and there is actually only a small number of tickets left - the VIP balcony seats have completely sold out which is great news! What can we expect to see this year, any exclusives for your favourite magazine? Ok, so we will let you into a few secrets and things to look out for at the event..... red carpet, high heels, celebrities, helicopters, National and International press, stalls, live entertainment, giveaways and of course a high energy runway show watched by an ultra glam crowd followed by a lively afterparty. What more could you possibly want? Have you found organising the event has got easier as EFW has becomes popular? We have a good template for the show which we know works very well but we still like to think of fresh and new ideas and mix it up each time. The exposure and credibility as a fashion week that we have now makes the show easier to promote as everyone knows about it, has heard about it or has been to the event. How do you expect to top EFW SS2012? For this very exciting AW 2012 show we actually have a completely fresh runway line up. All of the designers/ brands were not present on the catwalk at S/S 2012 so our returning guests in particular are in for a treat.

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RM Magazine are once again proud to be headline sponsors for Essex Fashion Week, we caught up with the EFW team to find out how preperations are going, what’s new and how they expect to top their sell out Spring / Summer show earlier in the year!

Everyone is excited to see Tresor Paris are headline sponsors, what involvement will they have? Tresor Paris are our official Principle Sponsor for the show and they will be having their very own catwalk set - definitely one to look out for! They will also be accessorising other designers clothing on the catwalk with their stunning jewellery range and we are also expecting a few surprises from the Tresor Paris team on the day too. We already know they are bringing their branded double decker party bus to the venue! What do you think sets Essex Fashion Week aside from the rest? It is an accessible show that everyone is welcome to come and enjoy - we have been dubbed ‘the peoples fashion week.’ It gives new businesses a great opportunity to launch their brands and is a platform to discover new talent. Other counties have now followed in our footsteps creating their own fashion weeks so it is great to know we are inspiring people. EFW represents our fashion conscious county and we think its amazing how people all of over the UK come together at the event to celebrate fashion and most of all, have a good time! What do you want to achieve this year? We are currently in the Guinness Book of Records for the number of guests in one room viewing a fashion show from a fashion week, so we would love to break the record and beat the number of people we had at our last show. What do you hope your guests can take from the event? We hope our guests leave the show feeling inspired having enjoyed an amazing celebration of fashion and hope to see them again at SS 2013.

Brands showcasing on the catwalk: Masato Tresor Paris Lash Boutique Cadi Closet Marbella Belles Strip Lingerie Hybrid Fashion Snapbackboy.com Totally Essex Harry Derbridge Denise Van-Weenen

Headline Sponsors: Hybrid Fashion, Strip Lingerie, Snapbackboy.com, Rm Magazine Dingwuddles, Spargo Hairdressing

To keep up to date with all the latest information check out www.essexfashionwk.com and follow us on Twitter @essexfashionwk.

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I am Suzi Dunn Dumbrill, 42, a single mother to two teenagers Robyn, 16 and Jack, 13. At the age 35 I went through every woman’s worst nightmare as a single mum and found a lump in my breast. As a result I had a partial mastectomy. Although I was lucky that I didn’t need chemo, I had three operations on my chest over the next five years to reconstruct. Due to the drugs I had to take, my hair never fully recovered, and to this day is much thinner and doesn’t grow well. During this time one of the hardest aspects to cope with was the fear of losing my hair. Even though it’s vain and should have been the last thing on my mind I couldn’t help but feel that my femininity was being taken away. The experience made me realise how important hair was to a woman so I trained in fitting hair extensions, but subsequently gave up as it was so hard to get good quality hair.

After working in the city for many years, like a lot of people I then lost my job in the recession. With this in mind I decided to go back into hair extensions. I updated my training at a HABIA approved salon and started to source hair. Luckily hair has come on leaps and bounds in the last few years; better quality and ethically sourced. Since then Totally Essex has gone from strength to strength and is well known in and around Essex with some 200+ clients including celebrities such as Gemma Collins and Lucy and Charley from 2Shoes.

That is why I’m so delighted that Totally Essex is the FIRST Hair Extension Company to have a Catwalk show at Essex Fashion Week on 6th October and have the opportunity to bring the product to even more ladies. Exciting times ahead for us! For further information about Totally Essex Hair Extensions and “Invisible”, please visit: www.totallyessexhairextensions.co.uk or contact via phone: 07869 771989 and follow on Tiwtter @totallyessex

Working with clients that have had chemo and those that suffered with alopecia drove me to bring “Invisible”, a temporary hair extension product, into the Totally Essex Hair Range as not everyone can have permanent hair extensions. It is perfect for those with shorter or weaker hair or ladies that just want to have extensions on an occasional basis. The “Invisible” can be made to measure and completely unique to your own head size, length and hair colour or a standard size “Invisible” can be bought online. The ‘ring’ of hair sits around your crown and is so easy to put on and remove. Feedback so far has been phenomenal! “Invisible” suits ALMOST everyone. It weighs and provides almost the same amount of hair as a full head of permanent hair extensions and it provides volume and length which can be styled and coloured in any way. After my own experiences, there is nothing better for me to see someone walk out of my salon feeling good about themselves. 25

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How Should I Keep My Teeth Clean? Teeth can be kept clean and healthy by visiting the dentist and hygienist on a regular basis. In between visits to the hygienist (who will show you how to clean your teeth properly) you must floss and brush your teeth and gums at least twice a day. Cleaning your tongue with a special tongue cleaner and using a mild mouthwash will add to your fresh breath regime. Why Does My Tooth Hurt? Even if you have regular dental check-ups and see the hygienist, you can sometimes still get toothache. You should contact your dentist so that the problem can be resolved quickly Before and less invasively. There are several reasons that your tooth can hurt. One of the most common is infection in the nerve of the tooth. This can be because of decay in the tooth that hasn’t been attended to quickly enough. Another reason is if the tooth has a crack in it then bacteria can get to After the nerve of the tooth. Broken teeth can also hurt if they are broken near the nerve. One of the most common reasons for a tooth hurting is gum infection. This can occur when teeth are not flossed on a daily basis and regular hygiene visits are not made. Gum disease affected around 80% of the population and is the biggest cause of tooth ache. At Perfect Smile Spa we have a very high success rate of treating gum disease.

I’ve Just Had A Tooth Out And Don’t Want Dentures, What Can Be Done And How Soon? There are several ways of dealing with the gap. The quickest way to close the gap is with a bridge. On the day the tooth is extracted, a temporary bridge can be fitted while the bone is healing and after three months a permanent bridge can be made. The ultimate way is for an implant to be fitted. Sometimes it is possible to place implants immediately and have a temporary tooth in place straight away. Other times you may have to wait a few months for healing of the bone. Dr Jas can guide on the best and quickest way to have new teeth!

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For more information contact Perfect Smile Spa via: www.perfectsmilespa.co.uk or www.askdrjas.com or call on 01708 442 114

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Over the coming months Go30 gym will be giving you tips and advice on health and fitness. This feature will also provides you with a real insight into what Go30 gym is all about.

Go30 are a multi award winning ladies only gym in Romford. Their aim is to ensure that women who hate the thought of going to a gym are able to achieve their fitness levels and gain the body shape they have always wanted in a fun, friendly and non intimidating environment. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a great place to socialise and meet like-minded people. 1st Floor, 1-5 High Street Market Place, Romford, Essex, RM1 1JU T 01708 749444 | E info@go30.co.uk 28 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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Who needs a treadmill? Ever wondered why there are no treadmills at Go30? The lack of treadmills does surprise many new members but the answer lies in the fact that if you spent the whole of your 30 minute session on a treadmill, you would lose fluid and very little else! The Go30 circuit is designed to help members achieve super fast weight and inch loss in 30 minute sessions. That requires muscles to be toned and tightened throughout the body and treadmill jogging won’t do that! The only efficient way to tone muscles is to exercise them using some form of resistance, which is exactly what the Go30 circuit is designed to do. In addition to fast inch loss, most of our members want to burn fat and jogging is not an efficient way to achieve this. It may not be what dedicated joggers want to hear, but the fact is that one would have to jog for five hours or more to lose just one pound of fat! That’s based on the known calorie expenditure of an hours jogging which is between 700 and 800 calories per hour, depending on your weight and the speed that you jog at. When you consider that you would need to burn off 3,500 calories to rid the body of just one pound of fat, you soon come to realise that jogging is not the answer to weight loss. Our muscle fibres are the key to burning calories in the long term. The more toned fibres we have, the more energy it takes to maintain them. Resistance exercise increases muscle tonus dramatically, which is why the Go30 circuit is so effective in burning fat. So why do we see dedicated joggers pounding away on treadmills in most conventional gyms?

Good question! Perhaps they are training for the London Marathon, or do they think that when they sweat buckets they are ridding the body of fat! All we know for sure, is that they won’t get slim on a treadmill! Perhaps it is only fair to say that spending hours on a treadmill does have some benefits. It is one way of becoming Aerobically fit. Jogging is an excellent cardio vascular activity which benefits our heart and lungs and lowers our risk of heart attack, stroke and thrombosis. But it is also fair to point out that you don’t have to jog to improve aerobic fitness. Our members achieve great improvements to their fitness without jogging on treadmills! Two or three or more 30 minute sessions on the Go30 circuit each week will lower resting heart rate by up to ten beats per minute within weeks of starting the programme – a sure sign of improvement in aerobic fitness. The Go30 circuit may not make you a marathon runner, but it will slim you down, shape you upand get you fit – without treadmills!

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St Francis Hospice Care Week As Hospice Care Week approaches (October 8th to 14th), Saint Francis Hospice is spreading the message about the care and services it provides to everyone in the community. Romford MP Andrew Rosindell is getting involved with Hospice Care Week and has signed an Early Day Motion to pledge support for hospice care and you can get involved too by: • Joining the golf day at Abridge Golf & Country Club on– Monday 8th October or future events that are listed on www.sfh.org.uk • Signing up to the hospice’s weekly lottery; • Becoming a volunteer; • Participating in the initiative ‘I am hospice care’ by sharing messages about your relationship with hospice care to show it is about people and communities not buildings Last year the team cared for around 550 people, which included counselling for more than one hundred children and 84% of Saint Francis hospice’s patients were cared for in the own homes in Havering and surrounding boroughs. For more information about Saint Francis Hospice please visit the website: www.sfh.org.uk or call 01708 753319. To learn more about Hospice Care Week visit: www.besurprised.org.uk

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From London with Love A small 6-man team consisting of 4 brothers (based in Collier Row) and 2 friends cycled 240 miles over 3 days totally independent and self funded, from London to Paris on the 2nd September.

Before leaving Tarik explained “We’ll be covering all of our own costs and set off equipped with no more than a back pack each, some energy bars and bike repair kits” None of the cyclists are professionals and none of the cyclists had previously travelled more than 60 miles in one single journey! So it proved to be a great challenge and an amazing adventure. We wanted to take the opportunity to raise money for a cancer appeal in honour of a very close friend we recently lost to a similar form of cancer at the tender age 21, Eren Pars.” If you would like to find out more or sponsor the charity appeal visit www.connahsappeal.co.uk

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TOWIE Star Lucy Mecklenburgh Launches ‘World’s Biggest Coffee Morning’ for Macmillan Cancer Support The Only Way Is Essex star Lucy Mecklenburgh has traded her designer clothes for a designer cupcake gown to mark the official launch of Macmillan’s flagship fundraiser, The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning, which took place on Friday 28 September. Decorated with over 360 gorgeous handmade cupcakes donated by LOLA’s, Macmillan supporter Lucy modelled the stunning cupcake gown to launch the 22nd World’s Biggest Coffee Morning which aimed to raise a staggering £10.8million for Macmillan Cancer Support. Lucy Mecklenburgh says: “I am really delighted to launch the World’s Biggest Coffee Morning for such an amazing charity as Macmillan Cancer Support, and I had so much fun modelling this Cupcake Gown! I love getting together with the girls for coffee and a treat, so for me hosting a coffee morning was a lovely way to raise money for Macmillan. You can still help by donating to Macmillan, every penny will help them provide support to people affected by cancer.”

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RM is proud to announce our partnership with Roomes furniture store who are now our new ‘Homes and Interiors’ sponsor, using their expertise and experience we will be bringing you reviews on the latest interior trends, ‘get the look’ features along with a selection of Homes ‘on the market’ and ‘properties to rent’. Here’s a sneak peak at what you can expect over the coming months! “The greatest thing about this new partnership is our readers will be able to go to Roomes in Upminster and actually view the room sets, giving them an experience like no other and the opportunity to purchase products featured” RM Editor – Tony Wittridge To find out more about the new ranges available at Roomes subscribe to RM Magazine online www.rmmagazine.co.uk or visit www.roomes.co.uk 33

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1-4 bedroom housing development Set on the edge of Colchester, this stunning new housing development is offering 1 & 2 bedroom new apartments and 2, 3 & 4 bedroom new homes. Handsome in design, homes at The Quarters come in all shapes and sizes; so whatever youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for in a new home, you are bound to find it at The Quarters. Stunning 4 bedroom detached properties, 1 bedroom apartments with their own turrets and 2 & 3 bedroom semi detached and terraced house all sit perfectly within their surroundings, creating a perfect street scene.

To view this property or request more details: Taylor Wimpey, Berechurch Hall Road, Colchester, CO2 T: 01206 203152

Shoeburyness ÂŁ449,950 2-5 bedroom housing development

Gunnery is the latest phase to be released at this desirable coastal development in Shoeburyness. Occupying an enviable position close to the cricket green and bordered by mature trees, it offers a selection of 2 bedroom homes, and fabulous new 4 & 5 bedroom family houses, each carefully designed and finished to a high specification.

To view this property or request more details: Country and Metropolitan, The Pavilions, Shoeburyness, SS3 T: 01702 278809

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3 bedroom detached house Just a stone’s throw from local shops, amenities and green open spaces, Kings Park is ideally located, particularly for travel into central London. Harold Wood station is a short walk from the development, which provides a frequent train service to London Liverpool Street, with a journey time of approximately 35 minutes. Harold Wood also has easy access to the nearby A12, A127 and M25 motorway. In addition, by 2018 Crossrail will provide extensive, fast links to Central London, Heathrow and the West.

To view this property or request more details: Countryside Properties, 1a St Clements Avenue, Romford, Essex, RM3 T: 01708 287137

Rainham £159,900 2 bedroom apartment

Located in Arterial Road, this apartment is within easy reach of Rainham Village with everyday amenities i.e news agents, cafes together with a Tesco supermarket. For the commuter there is Rainham station with services to London Fenchurch Street in approximately 30 minutes or alternatively for days out the coast i.e Southend on Sea. Motorway links are also readily available to the M25 via the A13 network. For leisure Lakeside Shopping Centre offers a range of high street stores, cafes, bars, restaurants and cinema approximately 7 miles distance.

To view this property or request more details: Arun Land & Homes, St. Leonard’s House, North Street, Horsham, West Sussex, RH12 1RJ T: 0800 854 499

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Check out these spooky recipes! Wi th Ha l l o we e n j ust aro und the c o rne r, yo u m a y wa nt to sp o ok y our fri e nds wi th the se sc a r y snacks! Halloween Ghost and Pumpkin Marshmallow Crispy Treats Ingredients 3 tablespoons butter 40 large marshmallows 6 cups crisp rice cereal 1 recipe marshmallow fondant orange and purple food coloring Halloween cookie cutters (ghost and pumpkin) black gel icing or black decorator icing

Garlic Eyeballs with a Creamy Chive dip Ingredients 145g pack pizza dough mix 1 tbsp olive oil flour, for kneading 1 large garlic clove , crushed 2 tbsp chopped parsley 12 pitted black olives , optional 1 beaten egg For the dip 142ml pot soured cream (or Greek yogurt) squeeze lemon juice 2 tbsp snipped chives Method Empty the dough mix into a bowl and season to taste. Make a well, then mix with water and the olive oil, according to pack instructions. With a flat-bladed knife, bring the dough together; it should be slightly sticky. Knead the dough for 5 mins on a lightly floured surface until it feels springy and smooth. 40 | rmmagazine.co.uk

Lift into a large, lightly-oiled bowl, cover with oiled cling film and set aside in a warm place until doubled in size, about 20 mins. Heat oven to 200C/fan 180C/gas 6. Tip the dough out onto the worktop, flatten with your hands and sprinkle over the garlic and parsley. Knead for another min until the garlic and parsley are spread evenly through the dough. Pull the dough into 12 walnut-sized pieces and roll into balls. If your kids like olives, poke one into each ball to make it look like an eye. Place on a baking sheet. Brush each ball with a little beaten egg and bake for 10-12 mins until golden and risen. Meanwhile, mix all the dip ingredients together in a small bowl and season to taste. Serve the eyeballs dunked into the dip. Eyeballs will keep in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or frozen for up to a month. Makes 12

Method Make marshmallow fondant according to recipe directions. Dye half purple and half orange or desired colors. In a large bowl, microwave the butter and marshmallows for 1-2 minutes until

marshmallows are large and puffy. Stir until butter is completely melted with a buttered spoon or spatula. Stir in crisp rice cereal. Grease a large cookie sheet and grease cookie cutters. Place 1/2 cup or so crisp rice mix into the cookie cutter and press down to mold. Add more if necessary. Remove from cookie cutter and allow to cool. Repeat until all of the cereal mixture is used up. On a powdered sugar surface, roll out fondant with a greased rolling pin. Carefully lift fondant and place over crisp rice shapes. Cut off excess. Decorate the ghosts and pumpkins with the black decorator icing. Allow to set and serve!

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We were invited to Miller & Carter, Chigwell which is part of a chain known for their steak dishes. The Chigwell Restaurant is easy to find, has a large car park with dining areas on three floors with views over the Essex country side near the forest for country walks. On arrival we were greeted by friendly staff and the pub and restaurant had a good ambience for a modern family restaurant and for such a large venue had a relaxing atmosphere. We looked at the menu which was extensive and had plenty of choices and there was a large range of wines, cocktails and pub drinks to choose from. The food we ordered was well presented and the standard of cooking was excellent. Highly recommended. What we ate: Shared Starter: Crispy calamari, buffalo chicken wings, garlic bread, baked cheddar mushrooms and onion loaf, served with garlic & chive mayonnaise and BBQ dips. Main Course: Ribeye 12 oz Steak with parsley butter jacket potato and iceberg lettuce wedge with cheese topping plus a slice of onion loaf. 8 oz Rump Steak with parsley butter seasoned fries and Iceberg lettuce wedge with a bacon topping and a slice of onion loaf. Desert: Vanilla ice cream encased in sponge and covered in glazed meringue, served with a mixed berry compote and whipped cream. Deep Filled Apple Pie with custard and vanilla Beechdean Farmhouse dairy ice cream. Mr & Mrs Hicks Miller & Cater Steakhouse in Epping We dined at Miller & Carter Steakhouse on Monday evening and were pleasantly surprised by many aspects of our experience. Firstly, there was ample parking, followed by courteous and professional service. The menu catered for not just carnivorous palates as one would expect from a steakhouse, it offered pasta dishes, fish and vegetarian dishes and the desserts caused a dilemma, as we would have liked to sample them all. Their wine list allowed for choice and the cocktails looked very attractive but driving meant I had to refrain. The restaurant can cater for 204 guests, when all sections are open, which is Friday to Sunday, however Monday to Thursday they cater for about 100 guests and it is advisable to book as it was a full house on Monday. With the tables generously spaced, delicious food and a pleasant atmosphere, it made for a wonderful evening out. Tony & Mary Fox 41

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Forget the washing up this Christmas and enjoy your Christmas day Lunch at The Lodge.

Celebrate the festive season with The Lodge at an all inclusive cabaret night.

Tuck into our 3 course carvery lunch homemade with all drinks included. Followed by a live singer and children’s entertainer. Plus a present for every child from Santa in his Christmas Grotto.

All inclusive price includes a 3 course carvery meal, cabaret, disco and all drinks (excludes champagne and shots).

£90 Adults ~ £50 Children ~ £20 Babies Doors open at 12.30pm, seated for lunch between 1pm-2pm. Price includes all drinks, 3 course carvery with coffee, live entertainment and present for every child.

Call us to book your Christmas Day Lunch 67 Corbets Tey Road Upminster, Essex, RM14 2AJ T: (01708) 222 730 W: www.thewestlodge.org.uk E: thewestlodgeupminster@hotmail.co.uk

Friday - Saturday £75pp Sunday - Thursday £65pp December Saturday 1st - 80’s School Disco Friday 7th & Saturday 8th - Audley Anderson Soul Friday 14th, Saturday 15th & Sunday 16th - Michael Buble Tribute Thursday 20th - Daryl King Friday 21st & Saturday 22nd - Michael Buble Tribute

Sunday Lunch at The West Lodge Enjoy a 3 course carvery meal and coffee with live entertainment £13.50 Adults ~ £8.00 Children Walk-ins Welcome

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This month RM Magazine were invited down to ‘The Magic Mushroom’ in Billericay, to experience a selection of food from their amazing daily lunch menu. Established in 1996 the Magic Mushroom has earned a reputation of providing the highest quality foods at reasonable prices, their head Chef and owner Darren Bennet offers a contemporary menu with a traditional influence and is proud that many of their ingredients are sourced locally and are also where possible organic. We arrived to a calm and relaxed atmosphere, once seated we were treated to drinks and a selection of breads all made in house, that morning – and if the bread was anything to go by we knew we were in for a treat.

Our Verdict The daily lunch menu has a fantastic selection of food catering for all taste buds and at just £22.50 for a 3 course meal, this is certainly somewhere you can impress without spending a fortune. The food was cooked to perfection and the atmosphere is chilled making The Magic Mushroom the perfect place to treat friends and family. The Magic Mushroom also cater for corporate and private dining - contact them and book your table today!

What we ate: For Starters Soup of the day – Cream of white onion and thyme with a selection of home made breads. Chicken caesar salad with anchovies, croutons, parmesan and Caesar dressing. For Main Course Smoked haddock with creamed potato & thermidor sauce. Sauté chicken breast with asparagus, sauté potatoes, chorizo & garlic oil. The Magic Mushroom Restaurant Barleylands Road, Billericay, Essex, CM11 2UD

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lifestyle Styled as a coupé interpretation of the Countryman, four versions will be available when it arrives in showrooms next spring, including the MINI Cooper S Paceman which will have a 0-62mph of just 7.5 seconds. The seventh unique member of the family, it will sell alongside the Hatch, Clubman, Convertible, Countryman, Coupé and Roadster. Packed with MINI character and obvious design cues which tie it to the rest of the range, the three-door Paceman’s unique exterior styling is what immediately catches the eye. Built on the Countryman platform, bumper to bumper the car is 4,109 mm (4,115mm for MINI Cooper S Paceman and Cooper SD Paceman), which makes it almost identical in size to its sibling. With a contemporary and expressive body shape, the Paceman has been created to appeal to a new type of design-conscious customer. The prominent horizontal lines and dynamic curved surfaces give the promise of sporting performance, yet there is an elegant simplicity to the overall form of the car. The upright front grille, complete with hexagonal radiator grille and broad chrome surround, gives the Paceman genuine presence. Its coupé-style stretched side profile features long doors, while the blacked-out pillars create a ‘floating’ roof concept, as already seen on the MINI Coupé. Available in either black, white or body colour, the roof gently slopes towards the rear of the car, ending at the integrated spoiler. The horizontal arrangement of the rear lights, which accentuates the car’s width, is a first for MINI. The Paceman is the only member of the brand’s line-up to be identified by a rear nameplate. The car’s interior has been designed specifically for this model. Its highlight is the innovative rear seat, which has been styled around a lounge concept. Two individual chairs provide generous levels of head, shoulder and knee room with outstanding comfort and support. Armrests have been integrated into the rear trim. A two-section version of the MINI Centre Rail storage and attachment system – first seen in the Countryman – comes as standard. A full-length variant is available as an option. The Paceman is a strict four-seater, though practicality has not been sacrificed. Folding down the rear seats expands the rear load-carrying capacity from 330 litres to a maximum of 1,080 litres. Access is via a large and high-opening tailgate, offering extra practicality for owners.

In the front, the raised seating position gives the driver and passenger an excellent view in every direction. The instrument panel includes many familiar components, including the large round central speedo. However, its black surround and decorative inner rings in high-gloss black or chrome are new, as are the redesigned air vent surrounds. Buttons for the windows, which have been toggle switches below the speedo on every MINI to date, have moved to the door trim panel. MINI’s trademark go-kart handling will be a key part of the Paceman’s appeal, enhanced by the optional allwheel drive transmission. Lowered sports suspension as standard will help provide customers with an outstanding driving experience, though regular suspension and ride height are available as a no-cost option. From launch, Paceman customers will have the choice of four powerful four-cylinder engines, two petrol and two diesel. All come with a six-speed manual gearbox, or the optional six-speed automatic with Steptronic function for manual control. For buyers who want the reassuring grip that comes with four-wheel drive, MINI’s ALL4 system is available on the Cooper D, SD and Cooper S Paceman, models. And for those seeking the ultimate in MINI performance and desirability, a John Cooper Works Paceman version is in development. Outstanding occupant protection is provided by an extensive range of safety equipment including front and side airbags. Side curtain airbags are fitted in both the front and back. ISOFIX child seat attachments in the rear and a tyre pressure warning are on every Paceman. Other standard equipment includes air conditioning, powered door mirrors and front sports seats. Popular options will include Xenon Adaptive Headlights, Park Distance Control, an electrically operated glass roof plus the MINI navigation system. Advanced infotainment functions are available via MINI Connected. A range of optional equipment packages will also be available providing customers excellent value and helping to promote strong residual values. Eight exterior paint shades are available including the new Brilliant Copper and Blazing Red. Starlight Blue also previously unseen and unique to the Paceman. As always with MINI, personalisation is expected to be very popular and there is an extensive choice of bonnet stripes, upholstery variants, interior surfaces and Colour Lines. It will go sale on 16 March 2013 with prices starting at just £18,970 on the road. www.mini.com. 45

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SMARTie pants! Smart is reaching for the stars.. The electrically driven Smart Forstars is a coupé with room for two people and plenty of stowage space. Its name is a tongue-in-cheek reference to the glass roof above the passengers that gives a clear view of the starry sky. At the same time it hints at the integration of a video projector in the front bonnet. The smart forstars is being premiered at the Paris Motor Show 2012 which runs until 14 October 2012. The show in the French capital is a local affair for smart as the brand’s production facility is located in Hambach, Lorraine. The colour of the expressive coupé is also a reference to the venue of the world premiere. It’s painted in the extravagant “alubeam rouge” colour that creates an appealing contrast to the matt metallic titanium colour of the tridion safety cell. And thanks to the 60 kW magneto-electric motor from the new smart BRABUS electric drive, the zero-emission smart forstars is agile and lively. smart boss Dr Annette Winkler says: “The smart is Europe’s most inexpensive series-produced electric car. Not only is it emission-free and fast, it is also possible 46 | rmmagazine.co.uk

to conveniently set the perfect interior temperature in advance with a smartphone, and it is simple to charge at a domestic socket. What’s more, with its powerful battery and integrated projector the smart forstars can transform any grey backyard into an animated open-air cinema.” The compact smart forstars (length/width/height: 3550/1710/1505 mm) is therefore not only a mobility concept with ample space for two people and a generous cargo area under the glass tailgate, it is also a communication concept that only requires a blank wall for a spontaneous cinematic experience. The media player of the projector integrated in the front bonnet is operated via Bluetooth® from an iPhone®. A high-quality sound system with additional loudspeakers in the ventilation openings behind the doors enables the drive-in cinema experience to be perfected for friends as well. The Forstar is one of many concepts showcasing at the Paris Motorshow, for more information and a full list of all companies exhibiting visit the official website: www.mondial-automobile.com/en/visitors/

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Date: Friday 2nd November 2012 Time: 7.30pm Venue: St Martins Square, Basildon, Essex, SS14 1DL Tickets: £19.50 Box office: 01268 465 465 Web: www.towngatetheatre.co.uk www.easytheatres.com 47

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Loves If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking to escape from it all and really relax look no further than Greenwoods Spa and Hotel in Stock.

Greenwoods offer guests an impressive range of leisure facilities including Spa, Sauna, Jacuzzi, Steam Room and Pool along with more than 50 of the latest beauty treatments and techniques. Luxury facials and prescriptive manicures, Moroccan Hammam Ritual and Balinese Flower Ceremony are just some of the treatments on offer!

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Their therapists will help and advise you if need be and they are proud to now offer the new range of Elemis. Treatments and products including a Pro-Collagen Quartz Lift Facial, Fruit Active Glow and Deep Tissue Muscle Massage. Find out more: www.greenwoodshotel.com or call 01277 829990.

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Lovell Soap Beautifully crafted these homemade natural soaps are almost too perfect to use, with their fresh aroma filling the RM office and presented well in a wonderful box. Lovell are a local business with many different natural beauty products on offer, we at RM are highly impressed. Check it out for yourself - www.misslovell.com

Fair Trade Honey Shampoo and Shine So Bright Balm by Lush

This shampoo is full of the power of flowers, the honey and linseed mucilage will both moisturise and add shine to your locks. A balm, to transform split ends with extra virgin olive oil, fresh free-range eggs and fair trade coconut. Best of all they are preservative free and support fair trade suppliers from around the world. Fair Trade Honey is £7.00 and Shine So Bright is £4.50 both available in store and online at www.lush.co.uk

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RM was invited to enjoy a weekend at Brownstock Festival to bust out the wellies. On 24th August in Chelmsford, the intimate festival kicked off; with Labrinth as the amazing headliner act we were blown away! The weekend that’s suitable for all ages exceeded our expectations being great value for money, with vibrant and funky areas, and most importantly clean toilets! Rocking it VIP style we had our own bar and separate seating areas! A weekend to remember, and scheduled into next year’s diary already! For more info visit: www.brownstock.co.uk

The Untangle Your Day Brush This uniquely designed and patented brush is made up of 428 bristles helping to disperse the pressure placed on hair during brushing. Of course no one head of hair is the same and Michel Mercier has ensured that everyone can benefit from this innovation by creating three colour coded models, each one designed to suit a different hair type: fine, normal and thick. Just £14.99 www.michelmercier.co.uk

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JOE McELDERRY We caught up with X-factor star Joe McElderry to speak about his whirl wind adventure since appearing on the show three years ago. Having recently released his new album ‘Here’s what I believe’, we get the low down on his upcoming schedule and find out why he prefers to stay out of the limelight ... 50 | rmmagazine.co.uk

exclusive interview Hi Joe, how are you? We last caught up with you after you had finished ‘Pop-star to Opera-star’ and now you have just released your new album, how do you feel about it all? Well, it’s pretty hectic, as per usual in my life ha-ha, but it’s really exciting. I have spent a lot of time recording this one and even done song writing on it, which is a brand new thing for me. I’m quite nervous for this one, but very excited at the same time. I feel like it has been a long time coming, so I am looking forward to people hearing it now. What do you feel people will say about it, is there anything you are worried about? I’m not worried about what people will say because everyone is entitled to their own opinion. I think its just quite nerve racking when you have actually wrote some of the songs. It will be quite strange everyone hearing quite personal songs, I’m used to having songs written for me, so for me it’s a new area, it actually feels like I have never recorded an album before. It’s a totally new experience and quite exciting.

...it is nice to have my base at home and go back for a bit of normality, I find it keeps me grounded... We have listened to ‘Here’s what I believe’ and we loved it! Did you want to stay away from the dance genre? Err...My first album was the dancy stuff and I will do that again as its part of my repertoire, but, I just felt the mood I was in when I was recording and the kind of style I wanted, I guess it stemmed from the musicians I was inspired by at the time. When I go to record the next album, if I feel like writing a dance/pop tune, then I will do. It’s not that I’m restricted in anyway, I just felt like this album fitted together and to put a dance track in there would have kind of thrown it off. A lot of critics have been describing it as a ‘heartbreak album’ would you agree with that? It wasn’t really intentional. But I think when you start writing songs and you get lyrics sent from other song

...I would rather people talk about my music than what I was wearing stumbling out of a nightclub... Do you feel you have seen a transformation since the X-factor, personally and musically? Totally! Musically and personally I have grown up, I am a much more mature person and a lot more trusting of my own decisions. I feel like I’m experienced enough to lead my own career and where I want to go. Before I used to think, ‘what if people think this or think that’. Whereas now I know what I want to do and where I want to go. I think I have come to that age, and three years I have been in the industry now, in the public eye and I know now how to deal with it all. I know what to do and what not to do if you know what I mean. Now I get to chose who I want to work with, and with people that all have the same vision. Do you feel like the x-factor still holds a special place in your heart? Defiantly, that’s where it all started and without the x-factor which was the platform to get me in the industry I wouldn’t be where I am today, rehearsing for four hours today I wouldn’t be able to do that! That massive HUGE platform, like a stepping stone and I will forever be thankful for that! During the show you and Cheryl Cole had a close bond, do you still keep in contact? We try to catch up with each other but it’s always impossible because we are both always in different places. We have each other’s numbers and we text each now and again to see how each other are doing. It’s nice to know people in the industry.

Where are you living at the moment? I bought a house last year in Newcastle and I stay in a rented apartment in London when I’m here. But I kind of split my time between Newcastle and London. Where ever am working then that’s where I am, so its Newcastle mainly but I do spend a lot of time in London. So are you a proper Geordie boy at heart, enjoy sticking to your roots? Erm... I’m not sure really, I love being in London, I love working in London and socialising here but it is nice to have my base at home and go back for a bit of normality, I find it keeps me grounded. So what are your plans for the future, how was your album launch, where do you go from here? We had two album launches, on the 18th September in Newcastle and 20th September in London in an intimate venue in Piccadilly which really launched the show and I have done loads of TV. I also done the Green House run for Charity. We are just in talks about going on to Italy next year! So I’m excited about that!

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So everything about this album is you then? Well, yeah there are eight covers on the album and five originals which I co-wrote with other people, also, there are three more songs available if you download the deluxe album! I wrote the first ‘Here’s what I believe’ and took a lot of creative control on this one, I felt like I had experienced enough to go for it, I spent hours and hours trawling through the internet and listening to different songs. I feel like it’s my little baby, so I think that’s why I’m nervous.

writers, you go with the ones that fit all the songs that you are working with. You have got ‘When I need you’ which is one where you miss them so much even though your with them. I suppose yeah, it is kind of a love album, defiantly.

Unlike others celebrities you have been a bit reserved from the limelight, have you chosen to be like this or are just more career minded? You know, I have my friends and family, and then friends within the industry like work colleagues. And of course I go out and have a drink and get a bit drunk but I prefer not to do it in front of a load of flashing cameras, it’s just not what I am about. I would rather people talk about my music than what I was wearing stumbling out of a nightclub. I know you need to get some PR and press, but I just don’t want all the PR and press to be about me looking really drunk. 51

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‘THE FIRE’ RELEASED 29TH OCTOBER + UK LIVE DATES Matt Cardle returns with new album ‘The Fire’, the follow-up to his platinum selling debut ‘Letters’, released 29th October on So What? Recordings. ‘The Fire’ was written and recorded in London, Toronto and Los Angeles, and features co-writes with Eg White, Steve Booker, James Walsh, and Paul Statham. 29 year-old Cardle produced the album and plays most of the instruments himself. Lead single ‘It’s Only Love’ will also be released 29th October. One of a very elite group of male solo artists with a platinumselling debut album, Cardle has sold over 2 million singles and albums combined. Following a sold-out 23 date tour earlier this year, he will embark on a short UK tour culminating in an album launch show at The Scala on Tuesday 23rd October.

Tour Dates: Sunday 21st October - Birmingham Institute (£22.50) Monday 22nd October - Brighton Concorde (£22.50) Tuesday 23rd October - London The Scala (£25) Ticket pre-sale Wednesday 12th Sept from www.mattcardlemusic.com General on sale Friday 14th Sept. 52 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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Since my last column I have been to Los Angeles and back! I went over to La La Land to do some songwriting and recording; it was a pretty full on schedule but a lot of fun! I met some amazing people and had the opportunity of working with some very talented writers/producers. This was my second trip, but I still jumped with joy every time I saw the Hollywood sign! One of the studios I visited had access to the rooftop where you could enjoy views of the entire city. I managed to get a day to check out Venice Beach- wowzer it was so beautiful, and HOT! There are some really cool clubs in Hollywood, too- My favourite was Sayers Club- it’s hidden at the back of a restaurant & was very secret... with the best live house band I have ever heard! The day after I flew home, Stevie Wonder was jamming in there... gutted! However, as much fun as Los Angeles was, I felt homesick this time. I actually missed Essex SO much! I’m very lucky to have the chance to travel a lot with my job, but it’s so lovely to have a base here where my friends and family are. I love that I can hop on a train and be in central london within thirty minutes, or drive five miles in another direction and be in the middle of the countryside! I really do love it here... maybe Essex really is the new LA ;)

Leddra Loves... The Body Shop! I work closely with The Body Shop, in the past they provided an amazing tour bus for my band and I, and recently we performed during one of their large conferences. It was a great laugh for me and my violinist, Kit, to be guest judges for their talent content- Body Shop’s Got Talent!

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the album held the #1 spot in the German Alternative What began in the late 90s as a Charts for a whole month. small music project has developed Having had quite a few line-up changes over their into one of the most exciting time, the band now have four permanent faces for the Dean Goodwin, Oz Morsley, Tim Jackson and electro bands Essex has produced. stage: Steve Wilson. Having only joined the band earlier this year, new front man Dean has embraced the band’s KLOQ have a distinctive sound fresh and funky sound and his “Killers style vocals” has given them the commercial edge they wanted. unlike anything you’ve heard before and, having conquered We always always try try to to We Europe, they’re back in the write something something write studio for round two… that a a live live crowd crowd that Their music is very individual, with each band member bringing a different element to the table. Bassist Tim Jackson explained, “Our sound is a mix of electronics, hard funky beats and punk overtones. You could call it PUNKTRONIC!” This band are not only producing original music but are creating new genres! After the release of their debut album Move Forward four years ago, KLOQ have been busy touring the world. Creating quite a stir in Europe in particular, 54 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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- Oz Morsley In 2011 KLOQ were billed for Brownstock Festival, being from Essex they were excited to play this local festival. Tim said that the show “had a great feel and the crowds wanted to hear good music”. Brighton’s Shakedown Festival is later this month and, after receiving hundreds of votes online, the band scored a

spot in the final for a chance to open the main stage, ahead of the likes of Dizzee Rascal, Professor Green and Katy B. KLOQ’s second album has been created through their own growth and evolution as a band. Their previous hard electro sound has been toned down, making way for more accessible tunes and new material that will be particularly special to hear live. Look out for the new record in 2013. To keep tract of KLOQ’s progess please visit: www.kloq.co.uk twitter.com/kloqmusic facebook.com/Kloqmusic BAND PROFILE MEMBERS: Dean Goodwin, Oz Morsley, Tim Jackson and Steve Wilson HOMETOWN: Chelmsford, Essex FOR FANS OF: Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Prodigy, Soul Wax CATCH THEM AT: Shakedown Festival, Brighton (26th September 2012)

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Monique Pirie, Katrina Gilbert, Yvonne Bendall and Linda Watson

Due to the current economic climate there is a huge trend at the moment for people to start up on their own. Even the job centres are encouraging it as a way forward at a time when many are losing their jobs through redundancies, closures and businesses slimming down their workforce in order to save money. Are you thinking of starting your own business? If so, here are a few things you need to consider: • What is your business idea? • Is it viable? • Why do you want to do it? • What do you hope to achieve? • Where do you want your business to be in 2 years, 5 years and 10 years from now? • Does your current situation give you the time and energy to set this up? • Are you ready for the challenge?

The debut smash hit album ‘Glassy Junction’ by Ram Hans is now available for download on iTunes. To book Ram Hans for your wedding or special occasion please contact via: T: 07958 576734 E: bookings@ramhans.com Twitter.com @ramhansmusic Facebook.com/RamHansMusic Member of

There’s lots of free advice out there. Make the most of it and absorb as much as you can. Find yourself a Mentor or Networking Group. Networking will build your confidence. Come in to see me and let’s see if we can take your idea forward. Call me, Yvonne Bendall on 01708 432871. Why not come to Women in Business on 17th October 2012 at Havering College of Further Education in Hornchurch at 5.30pm. Our speaker is Paul Falltricks, owner of Falltricks Hair Academy and it is a really friendly group. Whether you are in business, thinking of starting up or employed, you are all welcome. If you would like to attend call Linda Watson on 01708 433602.

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So much more than before yet so much less than expected.

Does the iPhone 5 bring something new to the table and live up to the hyoe, or is it just re-inventing the wheel? As with all ‘new releases’ from Apple it feels like we have been waiting forever for the newest must have, only to find on release its looks and feels very similar to it’s predecessor. Apple describes the iPhone 5 as “A remarkably slim design that still makes room for a larger display and a faster chip. Ultra-fast wireless that doesn’t sacrifice battery life. And all-new headphones designed to sound great and fit comfortably.” Here at RM we would have to agree it is an improvement on the 4 and if you don’t have an iPhone then this would be a great start into the world of Apple, but as for ditching your iPhone 4 and paying the £529 price tag ... we feel you may be a little dissappointed, although its a great fashion accessory! 56 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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Proporta iPhone 5 pouche

The Proporta iPhone 5 Leather Pouch, has an aluminium lining, clasp closure and pinstripe interior, and is available to pre-order for £29.95 www.proporta.com

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The BeoPlay A8 uses AirPlay to connect to your iPhone or iPad and play your music wirelessly, detecting your Apple device and allowing you to switch to listening on the sound system’s high-quality speakers. £949.00 www.apple.co.uk

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The Silverlit R/C Car is designed to run like no other— using the power of your iPad, iPod touch or iPhone as the remote control. Nothing else comes this close to the experience of actually driving a car. The power is in your hands. £79.95 www.apple.co.uk

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The iHome iP4 is a re-imagining of the classic stereo boombox updated for your iPhone and iPod and with an included FM radio. £199.95 www.apple.co.uk

iPhone 5 Pouch – Union Jack Case with Free Screen Protector Hand crafted from fine faux-leather, the iPhone 5 pouch Union Jack case lets you show your support wherever you are, whether you’re feeling particularly patriotic or quite simply just love the design. £ 19.95 www.proporta.co.uk

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The Marshall Minor FX Earphones deliver superior sound quality that’s the result of a year-long tuning effort by the Marshall team. They also offer superior comfort thanks to patented EarClick technology that helps secure the earphones in just the right position in your ear. £49.95 www.apple.co.uk 57

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Essex Pride One of Essex finest and the youngest Centre Back to be playing week in week out spoke to us at RM... Name: Harlee Dean Age: 21 Position: Centre Back Club: Brentford FC What age did you start playing? I stared playing at the age of about 6, maybe even younger but professionally at 17 for Dagenham and Redbridge where I played as a midfielder. I then went to Southampton for two years, and after the first year they put me as a Centre back. I went to Brentford on loan from there and here I am today, playing for Brentford in League one. When did your talent get noticed? I was allowed to leave school early one day for an important match in Beckton, and that was where Dagenham and Redbridge signed me. What is your training process? Mondays: We train, but softer training concentrating more on our weaker strengths. It’s more about preparation, going to physio, stretching and in the gym. Tuesdays: A higher tempo and faster paced training. Thursday: We train and concentrate on the analysis. Look at our strengths and weakness from previous games and then analyse the team we will be playing next. Friday: We prepare for the game the next day, mentally and physically. Do you have an eating regime? At the club they advise on what to eat and when. They ensure we get enough vitamins and supplements, things like cherry active. They give us a guideline, for example when to not eat potatoes, eating them for dinner isn’t as healthy as most would think. Where we eat most meals at the club they ensure we have a variety. 58 | rmmagazine.co.uk

What about going out before matches socialising, how do you balance this? You are not allowed to drink 72 hours before a game. So some weekends I’m just professional and don’t go out, or if I do I drink water all night and it actually doesn’t bother me. I occasionally where my compression skins out too, as it helps build pressure in my legs and it helps keep my recovery time down. Do you fear getting injured? It would be awful if was to happen, but you can’t fear it otherwise you wouldn’t play to your full potential. So, no I try not to think about that ha-ha! I sometimes suffer with problems with my shins I therefore just I have ice baths and acupuncture to ensure I’m fit for the games. Do you have a back-up plan? Yeah I have because I think it is better to be prepared for the worst, so I have started buying properties in order for me to rent them out. I have bought my first one and in the process of getting it renovated into a maisonette.

What is your dream team to play for? Obviously it would be England. But it would have to be West Ham, from supporting them from such a young age, and my dad is a huge fan so it would defiantly make him proud. Who is your favourite player? It has defiantly got to be John Terry, because he is most defiantly the best centre back on his left foot. I think he is brave, a good leader and wears his heart on his sleeve, so therefore I respect him. What is your five year plan? To hopefully get promoted up to the premiership, and just personally live a good life. www.brentfordfc.co.uk

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Sat 6 Oct 2012 – 3rd Nov 2012

Firework Spectacular at Southend Seafront Watch the FREE spectacular firework display from the seafront, near Southend Pier & Jubilee Beach. Every Saturday from 8pm. Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 2EJ www.visitsouthend.co.uk

What’s On at the Queens Theatre?

26th October Unplugged

The lives and loves of four long-suffering cocktail waitresses are explored in the smashhit comedy Shakers at the Queen’s Theatre from 28 September – 13 October.

High Barn Braintree Come and experience the ultimate live acoustic showcase. The very best hand picked talent take to the High Barn stage to bring you an eclectic mix of fabulous unplugged music.

Written by BAFTA Award-winning husbandand-wife team John Godber and Jane Thornton, this fun-filled production stars the Queen’s permanent company of actormusicians cut to the chase…. After work, before a club, to pull the lads, to party with the girls, Shakers is the place to be seen! But behind the pina coladas and the plastic palms, audiences also get a wickedly funny peek at the nitty gritty on the other side of the bar.

Tickets – £6.50 7.30pm Doors open 8.30pm Show starts High Barn,The Bardfield Centre, Great Bardfield,Essex,CM7 4SL

7th October The Body Shakers Zumba World Record Breakers Group will attempt to break the world record for the longest ever Zumba Party with session shifts starting at 8.00am and running until 11.00pm. Register NOW at www.bodyshakerswrb.weebly.com £10 payable each participant. Epping Sports Centre 25 Hemnall Street, Epping CM16 4LU

13th October Come Die with Me - Mystery Night Eastbury Manor House The year is 1946 and post war Britain is just learning to live again! In London, a newspaper invites complete strangers to attend a dinner party. But what will be for dinner? Moneypenny Productions are back this autumn to present a themed Murder Mystery night. £18.50 per person | www.moneypennyproductions.co.uk

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Brainy Carol, single mum Adele, ambitious Nicky and bolshy Mel take everyone on a hilarious heart-warming journey through their lives - from the beers and leers of their unHappy Hour shifts to their secret hopes and dreams. They might be underpaid and overworked, but with a twist of wit and a splash of humour, these Shakers girls can handle the most colourful of characters! First performed in 1985, Shakers went from strength to strength – it was adapted as a BBC TV production in 1993 and was then turned into a stage musical in 1994. Shakers is performed from 28 September – 13 October. Tickets are £16 - £24.50. To book, call the Box Office on 01708 443333 or go online at www.queens-theatre.co.uk

OCTOBER

8 Sept - 24 Nov Jester’s Drama Club 28 Sept – 13 Oct Shakers 6 Oct - 12 Oct Bouncers 23 Oct Caratinga 26 Oct – 17 Nov The Hound of the Baskervilles 28 Oct Kenny Ball and His Jazzmen

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4 Nov – 5 Nov The Elvis Years 8 Sept - 24 Nov Jester’s Drama Club 8 Nov In the Mood 11 Nov - 12 Nov Lee Hurst 26 Oct – 17 Nov The Hound of the Baskervilles 23 Nov La Bohème: The Concert 27 Nov Diabel Cissokho Band

DECEMBER

1 Dec 12 - 12 Jan Jack and the Beanstalk 4 Dec - 5 Dec Talon 23 Dec Glenn Miller Orchestra

JANUARY

1 Dec - 12 Jan Jack and the Beanstalk 6 Jan Black Dyke Band 13 Jan Circus of Horrors 17 Jan Music Hall 27 Jan The Famous Potatoes 29 Jan Claire Harper Trio

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Discover Secret London The RM team were invited along to a ‘Discover Secret London’ tour by Simon Gregor. Simon’s tours take you on a journey of history and culture that are not only fact filled but also fun and full of photo opportunities, you will see some of London’s hidden yet most interesting sites, many of which you would probably otherwise never knew existed! Simon is an architectural photographer who brings his passion for buildings and photography together opening your eyes to some of London’s best kept secrets. You can contact Simon via his website: www.secretlondonphotowalk.com Tours start from around £20pp and generally are in small groups. 62 | rmmagazine.co.uk

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It’s that time of year again when the spine chilling ghost stories haunt you in your sleep, the creeks in the floor boards become louder and the haunted places in your county become only for the brave. RM has lined up the top 5 scariest places to visit this Halloween, but only if you dare...

Borley Rectory has gained its notorious haunted reputation after a series of residents reported unsettling phenomena. There is evidence dating back to 1362 - A monk had an affair with a nun from a nearby convent and once the affair was publicised the monk was immediately executed, the nun however was set for a slow painful death and was bricked up alive in the convent walls. With the story passed from generation to generation, the truth behind the strange happenings may never be known ... would you be brave enough to find out for yourself?

has gained the reputation of being the most haunted place in the UK, with ghost stories that stretch back hundreds of years of the village being long associated with witchcraft. Among the village stands a church, St. Nicholas. Rumour has it, if on Halloween you were to walk around the church three times in an anti-clock wise direction you are to be transported back in time. The myths of the paranormal phenomena are forever growing; will you be brave enough to seek out the witchcraft that haunts the cemetery?

On the outskirts of Epping Forest is the cache Hangman’s Hill. Most people will have heard or even experienced it for themselves, for those who haven’t been brave enough to attend. It’s a quite road that appears to have a slight hill. If you were to park at the bottom there is an illusion of you getting pulled up the hill, with rumours of a young man pulling you by his noose. Some would say the optical illusion and force of gravity are the reason behind this experience. But it’s down to you what you want to believe, its best to be experienced on nightfall and with Halloween on the horizon why not make it a date! 63

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Pumpkin Art Here is a little inspiration for carving your pumpkin this Halloween ...

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T h eU l t i m a t e S p o o k t a c u l a r Costume For Your Special One....

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Heading out this Halloween for a spot of trick or treating or something a bit more wild and don’t want to leave your best friend at home well this year RM have thought outside the box for you and your fury friend.

This classic devil dog costume is set to be a scorcher. The fiery red ensemble features a red cap topped off with a devil horn headpiece that secures under your felines chin. Be sure to have some treats on-hand to ensure the devil inside is not released!

Make your pup slow and steady with the legendary Tortoise costume! With a foam headpiece and a padded shell, all attachable with a hook-and-loop fastener strap for the comfort of every dog. Let’s just hope your fury feline can keep up the pace!

Stand for justice and the Essex woof with this action packed Wonder Woman Dog costume! Featuring a tie-on character jumpsuit with attached arms and red tie-on cape you sassy superhero costume is topped off with a tiara. Every criminal will beware of your courageous canine.

If you’re an A-team lover then this one is for you, this Mr T style costume will really make your four legged friend stand out from the crowd! Featuring the iconic wig, vest and chains your dog will truly make everyone ‘pity the fool’.

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COMPETITION HEATS UP FOR HAVERING BUSINESS AWARDS 2012 New award for Best Hospitality has been voted by the public Top comic Tim Vine to host presentation. The finalists for the Havering Business Awards 2012 organised by Havering Council were announced earlier this year and this month we will see over 40 companies compete across 14 categories. The winners will be announced at a gala awards ceremony to be held at Maylands Golf Club on 12th October. Award winning comedian and actor, Tim Vine, will host and tickets are on sale now. The awards are now in their eighth year of rewarding and recognising business excellence in Havering. They are designed to encourage innovation, entrepreneurship and community spirit. New award categories announced for this year include Growing Business, Young Entrepreneur and Best Business in the Community, and we also see the return of Marketing Excellence and Independent Retailer of the Year awards. Members of the public have voted online to decide the winner of Best Hospitality in Havering. This award will recognise the best in ‘going out’ in Havering, whether a pub, restaurant or family entertainment venue.

The finalists are: Apprentice of the Year • Kyle Whitbread, Neopost Limited • Lee Milbourn, Thomas Sinden Ltd • Frankie Graves, Toddle In Day Nursery Best Business in the Community • Acumen Design • Lakehouse Contracts Ltd • Molly’s Florist

Best Hospitality in Havering • Kidspace • Queen’s Theatre • The Harrow Best Small Business • Divine Waters • Networking in East London and Essex • Pips Smoothies Limited

Business Person of the Year • Wayne Heath, Go30 • Heidi Turner, Harold Wood Funeral Services Ltd • Warren Davis, Ignite Service Provider Customer Care Award • Ideal International • Lakehouse Contracts Ltd • Neopost Limited

Sponsors of the 2012 Havering Business Awards include:

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Independent Retailer • Dizzy Di • Hamiltons of Hornchurch • Romford Mazda

New Business of the Year • Coversure • Heavenly • Megaflatables Ltd

Green Award • Brewery Centre • Commulite Ltd • First Call Tree Care Services

Innovation Award • AllClear Insurance Services • Building Lives • Commulite Ltd

The 2012 Havering Business of the Year • Click Hearing Ltd • Ignite Service Provider Ltd • Thomas Sinden Ltd

Growing Business • Advanced Professional Plumbing & Heating • C&D Cleaning • Ignite Service Provider Ltd • RCIB Insurance

Young Entrepreneur of the Year • Bedazzle Performing Arts • The Brickyard Bar & Grill • Halls of Ivy Beauty Academy

Cllr Robert Benham, cabinet member for Community Empowerment says, “2012 is an important year for our country and for our borough. The sporting world is set to see the biggest event of our lives come to life. The spirit of competition and achievement has never been more important to the local business community and we can’t wait to see who steps up and ‘goes for gold’ themselves in our extra special business awards programme this year.”

Tickets cost £75 (plus VAT), including a five-course dinner, pre-dinner drinks and wine with the meal AND every ticket comes with a £50.00 Google AdWord voucher, call 01708 433602 or email bookings@haveringbusinessawards.co.uk to book your table.

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