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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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Follow us on Twitter @RMzine and facebook.com/rmzine Welcome to our 13th issue, it’s hard to believe what started as a seed of an idea back in July 2011 has grown month on month and now we’re enjoying our first Birthday. Over the last 12 months RM Magazine has celebrated everything that’s Essex. We have worked with some amazing businesses, been to some spectacular places and had the pleasure of meeting some truly inspirational people. From our countless exclusive interviews to the selfless individuals who have called upon RM Magazine to help promote and raise awareness of numerous charity events across Essex. Moving forward you can expect more than just a fantastic monthly magazine, we are working on our amazing RM App, not only will it allow you to read the magazine on your phone or tablet but it will keep you in the know with a monthly ‘what’s on’ feature, connect you with our Essex ‘directory’ and even save you money with exclusive monthly offers and discounts! Finally, and on a more personal note, this is to the RM team for their dedication and desire to create a publication like no other, everyone past and present has played a huge part in getting the magazine where it is today. So, thank you to all the staff, guest writers, bloggers, photographers and of course our amazing readers for a roller coaster of a year. I hope you enjoy reading this issue and don’t forget to sign up to our monthly newsletter www.rmmagazine.co.uk.

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Contents

SEPTEMBER 2012

06 06 CHARLIE HEDGES Exclusive interview

42 On the market Latest to rent and buy

54 car review 40 years in the making

competition! 5 pairs of Linzi boots to give away

44 win! win! win! £500 Lakeside dwell vouchers

57 leddra chapman Singer song writer

No more bushy brows! How to shape those eye brows

48 It’s our birthday Celebrate with us

58 festival experiences Your stories from the summer

20 go30 Ladies only gym

50 rm loves Best bits about town

60 Gadget guide It’s your wake up call

24 Wedding bliss Old, New, Borrowed and Blue

53 Shepherd & dog Food review

62 what’s on The latest events in Essex

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Charlie Hedges The young and hip KISS FM DJ ‘Charlie Hedges’ reveals all to RM about her famous DJ lifestyle, from jetting off to Ibiza to interviewing all the stars on her breakfast show. Revealing what it’s really like to work alongside the duo Ricky and Melvin and for all those aspiring to live the life of an award winning DJ the top tips you need to make it! Born in Essex it seems the star hasn’t forgotten her routes as she plans to jet off around the world... 6

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How does it feel to be the youngest female breakfast DJ and being part of the KISS FM team after they have just won the Sony Radio award? It feels amazing, I’ve always wanted to be a radio presenter and DJ so to know I’m actually there at my age is just wicked! Yes we won our first Sony Award which is like an Oscar in the film industry...well kinda in terms of radio it’s huge, it’s so nice that we now have a massive family of listeners! You have a busy month coming up, what are you most excited about and why? I can’t choose I’m excited about everything!!! My very first mix album is out now which you can get at www.pukkaup.com. I’m playing alongside Carl Cox and Fatboy Slim in Space Ibiza on the 14th August, I’ve also got boat parties out there, I’m playing Sands Ibiza too and we’re filming a mini documentary on me whilst I’m there so can’t wait!! I’m playing El Divino on the 12th August in Palma and Majorca Rocks on the 8th September so yes a lot is going on that I’m sooooo excited about! Oh and I have my own mix show on KISS now Saturday nights/Sunday mornings 2am till 3am. Travelling around the world for sets this summer must be amazing, did you ever imagine this would happen? I honestly hoped with all my heart that it would happen so I’ve just followed my dream and worked hard in hoping one day it would come and now it’s here it doesn’t seem real, I keep a diary of all my gigs so that when I’m on the train on the way home some days I look at it to see where I’ve been as time flies and I always want to fully appreciate where I’m fortunate to be going and what I’m doing. What is it like working alongside Ricky and Melvin? Have you got an exclusive you would like to share about the duo? They are typical boys, don’t like talking first thing in the morning before we’re on air, sometimes smell and love women! haha! Who was your favourite person to interview? There’s loads but a recent one is Will.I.Am he’s such a nice bloke, so honest and humble with it.

What side of your career do you prefer; presenting or DJ’ing? I honestly can’t choose, the feelings are different, on air it’s great you feel like you have 4 million friends and you’re getting to have a massive chat with them all and with DJ’ing its just on another level for me, I love music more than anything in the world and to be able to play the music I love (electro/tech house) is just incredible and to see people having a good night because of the music is very rewarding. How did you find balancing work at KISS and completing your degree? Don’t get me wrong it wasn’t easy, I got into KISS at 4am, was on the breakfast show behind the scenes at the time as a runner till 9am, I’d drive to uni at Harlow College, finish there at 7:30pm ish, in my lunch I’d be writing up all my notes from the breakfast show that day, come home about 9:30pm, eat then sleep and same thing again for 3 years.....BUT I wouldn’t change a thing I loved the challenge, working hard, meeting journalism deadlines and I graduated 3 years later with a B.A in Journalism and a full time job at KISS. What is your role as a Prince’s Trust Ambassador? Ambassadors get called to events where we’ll give talks and attend special ceremonies where people are acknowledged for their hard work and achievements, it’s very rewarding. This is a big year for you, how do you survive all the early mornings and busy lifestyle? One Coffee in the morning and the thought that I am living my dream, I honestly thank (in my head every day) every single person that’s come to one of my club nights or listened to the show in the mornings! Would ever want to take on singing along with DJ’ing? hahaha one of the things my mum regularly says to me is don’t sing on air haha! My voice would shatter tall glass buildings so no is the answer. Where do you aspire to be in 5 years? Djing globally and to be in the top 100 list of DJ’s, my own album, and to drive a monster truck as I still haven’t and I’ve always wanted to ;)

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Berry Chic If there’s one must-have colour this Autumn/Winter season it’s a delectable shade of deep berry.. and amazingly it’s very easy to wear, it’s perfectly toned down for the Autumnal weather. Gucci mastered the look on their runway show with berry gowns and padded parkas teamed with feminine ankle grazers. But best of all it compliments all of the khaki shades flooding the high street and works wonderfully well with utility styling.

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As Forest Gump said ’there’s an awful lot you can tell about a person by their shoes’ and here at RM Magazine we know that first impressions are everything. So to help ensure you don’t put a foot wrong RM Magazine have picked a fantastic selection of footwear for inside and outside the office! 16

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These classic suede tassel shoes are perfect for the fashion conscious male, and with tassels being the ‘big must’ have of the season you know you will be on top of trend! KG H Hudson - £100

This original style is available in all shades of browns and blacks; just make sure you take care of the soft suede for that fresh look! Clarks Desert Boot - £79

For those of you who can’t live without points, why not try adding a monk strap, making life easier when you need not to worry about tying your laces! River Island - £50 (also in brown)

Along with this seasons must have tassel, why not add a fringe for an extra eye catching style. G H Bass (ASOS) - £105

These shoes are reworks of the classic Clarks Desert Boot, using leopard print gives the shoe and its wearer more individuality. Clarks - £125

Brogues are perhaps the absolute classic shoe dating back to the 1800s, they really have no sell by date, so invest in a well made pair that will last you! Aldo - £100

These Ben Sherman loafers are available at Topman for £85 and come in both mahogany and black. Why not try wearing the mahogany loafers with a navy suit and wear the black loafers with a pin stripe grey suit? The patent finish on the shoes gives the outfit a more clean cut look.

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Dieting vs Exercise Relying on ‘cardio’ to lose weight will involve many hours spent in the gym. An hour of brisk jogging at 8 minute mileing pace on a treadmill will burn off around 3 ounces of fat! To lose a whole pound of fat would take about five hours of jogging, always assuming you could jog that quickly and for that long! And if jogging doesn’t appeal you could try other forms of exercise, i.e. cycling, swimming, walking, aerobic classes, etc., but these burn even less calories per hour. So why do most people think that cardio will help them to lose weight? Cardio will improve their aerobic fitness and has health benefits but for weight loss, slimmers would be better off doing resistance exercise. Resistance exercise, that is exercising muscles against some form of resistance, will burn far more calories in the long run than a cardio programme. Muscles are our main user of energy (unlike the cardio vascular system) so it makes sense to put our muscles to work. The more toned our muscles become, the more energy they use even at rest. To keep our muscles in a toned state requires energy, even while we are asleep! The more muscle we have on our body, and the more toned they are, the more calories we burn. In other words, resistance type of exercise (the type of exercise performed on the Gymophobics circuit) will increase metabolism.

Whilst it is important to eat enough to maintain a healthy metabolism, the slimmer must take care not to consume more calories than the body spends in activity. While starvation dieting can make you fat, cutting down caloric intake by a small amount can have an impressive result. Reducing caloric intake by just 500 calories per day (that’s the equivalent of two chocolate bars or a typical desert) can result in a pound of fat being lost each week. That’s 52 pounds in a year – or nearly four stones!

So there we have it! A programme that combines a small increase in activity (especially resistance exercise) and a sensible reduction in food intake, is the best possible way to slim down, lose inches and boost metabolism.

The more you consider the relative merits of diet and exercise it soon becomes clear that the answer is to do a small amount of both. Both exercise and diet have their merits. Exercise will tone and tighten muscles and trim inches from all the right By contrast, dieting slows down metabolism. places. Dieting can’t do that! As outlined in his book ‘Dieting makes you Exercise will speed up metabolism Fat’, Geoffrey Cannon explains that when we and dieting can’t do that either. seriously restrict our food intake the brain But a sensible diet (that’s a small sees this as a threat. It responds by making decrease in caloric intake) will our metabolism slow down to preserve as result in faster weight loss than much of our fat stores as possible. Persistent can be achieved by a small dieting therefore could result in us storing amount of exercise. even more of our food as fat! @go30workout

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Prepare yourself for a night out to remember at the famous ‘Faces’ nightclub. You and your girlies will be treated to a complimentary ‘Lauren’s Way’ tan to ensure you look ‘tantastic‘ for your big night and once the evening comes to an end you can rest your head in comfort in a 3* or 4* hotel.

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THE STAG-DO Thought to be the messiest night in a man’s life! We have all heard stories of pranks played and crazy antics that haven taken place on Stag nights, RM recommend you go to the greatest capital city on Earth, London! Best man or the stag? Take a look through our selection of Stag ideas and get the planning underway! On your Bike... So its sightseeing and exercise with a twist. It’s your chance to see the capital, have a laugh and get some strange looks whilst you cruise by on a ‘pedibus’. You can even drink and cycle at the same time! And when the hunger kicks in, dig into a Spanish meal and head onto a club to party til the early hours of the morning, This is a two night package meaning you will have a whole day to recover... from the cycling - of course! Boats and Beer Babes... Why not try the ultimate London Experience and feel like James Bond on a speed boat powering up the Thames. When you arrive some gorgeous Beer Babes will accompany you to find the best bars and lively nightlife, all finished off with a night’s accommodation for you to crawl back to!

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‘Something Old’ is believed to represent continuity of the past moving into the future. Here we bring your a host of ideas which will hopefully inspire you on your big day!

The use of a classic car for the wedding day transportation or wearing a vintage dress has proven to be popular in recent times, yet the most traditional would be for the bride to carry a family heirloom or a childhood treasure. For instance, to take a cutting of the mother’s or the grandmother’s wedding gown and sew it inside the brides dress, some have said to have used a button from a jacket belonging to the father incorporated into the dress. There are also lots of non-traditional alternatives such as the bride to be carrying photos of her parent’s at their wedding, placed within a locket it also makes a great accessory. Using things from the past may also bring down the cost, so rack your brains and raid the loft, even an old cake stands or your parent’s wedding champagne glasses could give your big day that special touch. A loved ones handkerchief or the silk ribbon from your mother’s bouquet tied around your own is another vintage accessory idea.

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The bride could carry a vintage purse down the aisle, an ideal place to keep the essential tissues and all important lip gloss! These traditional aspects linked closely to the bride is a touching thought, if you can use a sewing machine then the idea of your mother’s wedding dress could come in handy. Providing your mother doesn’t mind, you could use the lace for a shawl or even some gloves. Wearing a tiara that has been passed down through generations holds a very special sentimental value. All these accessories will bring a deeper meaning to ‘something old’, making your big day even more memorable.

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...Something New Traditional ideas are often reliable and many opt for the most obvious option of having a new wedding dress, new shoes or maybe even new undies, but how about stepping out of the box and jazzing up your traditional items with something new. RM has explored something new to help you stir up some ideas of your own. In the line of tradition this item will be there to bring the bride-to-be good luck and success in their life ahead...

A new charm bracelet as your something new is a lovely excuse to treat yourself! Having matching bracelets for the motherâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s of the families uniting is a touch that will be remembered and symbolize the magical day. For something a bit wild and not for the faint hearted how about a new tattoo, a symbol or initials of your partner-to-be will certainly keep the memory of your big day alive! Most brides have a new hair cut for their special day, a different style to wow your groom as you strut your stuff down the aisle. For a more traditional something new, why not purchase some sparkly earrings, they will not only make a great accessory but will also help highlight your eyes!

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Maybe you want your something new to be ‘new’ about you rather than a new item you have bought, how about a change in image, maybe a new lipstick colour? Already planned everything for your walk down the aisle but have nothing new? How about a new guest-book at the venue, a place where all the guests can write a personal message and something you will treasure forever. All the fuss is on the bride, so what about the Groom? Splashing out on a new suit seems to be the perfect way. Don’t forget you want to stand out in that crowd too! A tip for the Groom - It is not always down to the bride to ensure all her traditional items are present; ‘Something New’ is a perfect way to give your wife-to-be a last moment surprise, a keep sake that she will cherish forever. Hand it to a bridesmaid to pass on to her on the morning of the wedding, a sure way that she will be running down that aisle to you! Lace white stockings aren’t something that many people would have in their bottom drawer so splashing out on a new luxury pair for your big day would mean you’re in for a treat. Not a stocking person? Then opt for fancy wedding anklet, with your pedicured toes it will look amazing!

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Something Borrowed... The third item or ‘Something Borrowed’, is there to represent borrowed happiness. Many brides use a borrowed item from a long-term happily married couple, either a close friend or relative. RM hit the streets of Essex to find out what our readers borrowed and also what song they had for their first dance...

Claire Healy, married April 2012: “I borrowed my sister’s tiara and veil.” First dance: Michael Jackson Can’t Stop Loving You.

Carly & Matt, married 9 years: “I borrowed my mum’s garter..” First dance: Endless Love

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Haydn & Debbie, not married-yet: “But would have ‘Any Dream Will Do’ as our wedding song.”

Kieran & Denalia, married 2 months ago: “Denalia borrowed a vintage garter..” First dance: Luther Vandross - So Amazing

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....Something Blue Traditional beliefs always get the better of us when it comes down to something we struggle with, and ‘Something Blue’ is the part which worries many brides to be, representing, love, good fortune and fidelity it’s important you get it right. Take a look through our selection of ideas that steer away from the obvious and offer you something blue with no difficulty…

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Going for the traditional garter is classy and delicate especially with a subtle blue ribbon running through it, go bolder and braver with blue lingerie to slip on under your elegant wedding dress. Alternatively if blue is your colour scheme, great! Why not go all out with some blue flowers, walking down the aisle holding your bouquet will be a great way to stick to tradition. Painting your nails blue is the latest craze in adding the traditional belief of something blue; why not try it out for yourselfâ&#x20AC;Ś Want to be wearing that blue item, but it clashes with your colour scheme? A nice idea is to have a personal diamante message on the soles of your shoes while walking down the aisle in true style. .

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Possibly the most important part of your day is arriving at the church on time, heres a taster of transportation available that will ensure you arrive on time but more importantly arrive in style!

Bringing the beauty and tradition of a classic car to a wedding is claimed to be the most popular option. With it being an important aspect of the wedding, itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s right up there with selecting the wedding dress. A classic car kept in pristine condition boasts exquisite style, expense and class. Want to feel like a princess on your special day then opt for the horse and carriage. With the glamorous carriages ready to whisk you off your feet, your fairy tale wedding will come to life. An elegant way to arrive at your venue just in time to walk down the aisle to your prince charming. In true Essex style, glam it up, be an A-lister for the day by hiring your very own stretched limo! Wedding Limos are traditionally white however remember you are in Essex so a pink limo or even a hummer style limo are more than acceptable. Regardless of what method you choose RM guarantee by having something that little bit special it will not only make you look like a million dollars but may just settle those stomach butterflies a little too! www.rmmagazine.co.uk

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Honeymoon Hotspots One of the most exciting decisions that couples make when planning their wedding is where to jet off on their honeymoon...The perfect honeymoon is essential after the big day to embark on a life of happiness. RM have considered a variety of options and picked out the best selection for your extra special vacation...

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Got a big budget and fancy jetting off further afield, then how about the other side of the world? How romantic, just you and your new life partner without a care in the world... Enjoy walks down the beach of Ko Samui, Thailand, with the picturesque scenes and lavish lifestyle for your honeymoon there’s no other place in the world to be.

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Bhangra to Bollywood Ram graduated from Punjab University with a BA in English, History and Economics, alongside winning first prize for the Universities singing competitions for two years running. With his passion to be successful in the singing world Ram headed for the UK, where he married and began to nurture his talent for acting and song-writing. In no time he was a hit on the UK Asian music circuit and began to create and manage his own band ‘Ram Hans & Eastern Promise’ where he toured the UK, Europe and Internationally. The media caught wind of Ram and his band and followed his success over the years. “I have been inspired and have learnt from everyone I have met in all walks of life. Ones thirst for melodious knowledge can never be quenched; it is like an infinite ocean, an art with surprise and spontaneity. I will always be learning…” With his single ‘Glassy Junction’ from his debut album marking the closing of the sentimental Public House in Southall, his heritage and deep roots will remain entwined in the fabric of his Punjabi culture. Ram Hans with his live band mainly perform a range of high-octane Bhangra beats and smooth and sexy Bollywood songs. Ram states he strives to maintain both a retro singing style and sound, and after releasing his album he can finally say his dream has come true... To keep up to date of forthcoming events where Ram will be publicly performing and in concert, please check out: www.ramhans.com.

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Hornchurch, £260,000 3 bedroom semi-detached house Walk into this homes porch and throw off those walking boots to be greeted by a contemporary modern and bright home, which has been completed refurbished in the past 5 years. In the lounge you’ll be drawn by the spacious and warm feeling which is ideal for relaxing in after a hard days work. This leads into the dining area with space for a large table and chairs, great for entertaining family and friends. The rear extension is large and bright and has a newly fitted modern kitchen with quality finishing’s throughout. What was once this homes original kitchen is now a fantastic additional room, which could be used as a utility room or a study where you can also access the ground floor cloakroom ideal

for a family with children. This home offers 2 double bedrooms, a good size third bedroom and a fantastic modern and refitted family bathroom, which has been finished to an exceptional standard.. As you enter the garden you step out onto a large decking area, which is great for barbecues and for cooling down in the summer months. Use your own side access which leads to the front of the property, where you can easily park 2 cars. To view this property or request more details, contact Douglas Allen, 133A High Street, Hornchurch, Essex, RM11 1TX T: 0843 313 5241

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Westcliff-on-Sea, ÂŁ450,000 2 bedroom flat DAZZLING SEAFRONT APARTMENT! Beautifully converted 2 bedroom second floor apartment with panoramic views of the Thames Estuary. Spacious living room to south aspect with double doors onto balcony, further terrace to rear aspect, luxury solid oak kitchen with integrated appliances, modern 3 piece bathroom suite, fitted carpets, pristine coving cornice, doors and fittings, carpets and garage to rear aspect. The property really needs to be visited to fully appreciate all that is on offer. No onward chain. To view this property or request more details, contact Appointmoor Estates, 72 The Ridgeway, Westcliff-On-Sea, SS0 8NU T: 0843 314 3226

Mountnessing, ÂŁ489,000 3 bedroom semi-detached house A rare opportunity to acquire this stunning double-fronted Victorian house offering fully refurbished accommodation throughout and benefiting from many fine period style features including Sash windows with wooden shutters and cast iron fireplaces. The accommodation comprises two reception rooms, kitchen/breakfast room with Oak kitchen units, utility room and cloakroom, three bedrooms and a large bathroom comprising a white four piece suite with roll top bath. To the rear of the property is a large south facing rear garden measuring approximately 100ft in depth with a large patio area. There is off street parking for four/five vehicles to the shingled driveway.

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Not quite committed to buying yet? Not to worry. Essex has a wealth of fantastic properties for you to rent in stunning locations. We have hand picked a selection of properties to make finding that home a little easier for you. 3 bedroom penthouse in Chigwell, £1,142pcm Set within this gated development, we are delighted to offer this three bedroom split level penthouse. Comprising of a fitted kitchen, utility room, lounge, walk in wardrobe to master bedroom, video entryphone, three ensuites/wc, fully furnished, under floor heatng, and is available now. To view this property or request more details, contact Reem Lets, Essex 1st Floor Office, 188 Queens Road, Buckhurst Hill, Essex, IG9 5BD T: 0843 314 4316

2 bedroom apartment in Woodford Green, £438pw Unique Property Services are pleased to offer this two double bedroom apartment which is located in The Manor on Repton Park. The property has been maintained to a high standard throughout and benefits from an en-suite to master bedroom, fully integrated kitchen, lounge with balcony, bathroom and secured underground parking. viewing is highly recommended. To view this property or request more details, contact Unique Property Services, 534 Chigwell Road, Woodford Green, IG8 8PA T: 0843 313 7985

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Giant Jammy Dodgers A cup of tea and a biscuit is what us British truly love, the all important homemade biscuit will make it all that more special. With a jam filled centre these Giant Jammy Dodgers will be the biscuit you have ever had to dunk... 1. Using an electric whisk, beat the butter and sugar together until pale and softened. Add the vanilla, egg yolks and flour and continue to whisk together to make a soft dough. Wrap in cling-film for 1–2 hours until firm.

3. Add any trimmings to the rest of the dough then roll out and use to make a further 12 rounds. Place on a second large, lined baking sheet. Bake the biscuits for 10–12 minutes until pale golden. Remove from the oven and leave to cool and firm up on the 2. Heat the oven to 180°C, baking sheets. gas mark 4. On a lightly floured surface, roll out 4. Place a large half the dough to the teaspoonful of jam in the thickness of a pound coin. centre of the base biscuits Using a 7.5cm cutter, and spread out a little. stamp out 12 circles. Press on the top biscuits Using a small cutter (try and dust with a little more icing sugar, to serve. a 2cm circle or a heart or star shape), stamp out the centre of each biscuit. Place on a large, lined baking sheet.

Ingredients:

225g unsalted butter, (room temp) 125g icing sugar plus extra for dusting 1 x ½ tsp vanilla extract 2 medium egg yolks 300g plain flour 150g Waitrose Seedless Raspberry Jam

Preparation time:

20 minutes plus chilling Cooking time: 12 minutes Total time: 32 minutes plus chilling Makes: 12

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Shepherd This month the RM team were invited down to enjoy a meal at The Shepherd and Dog near Brentwood, a Pub and Restaurant they boast is ‘the most comfortable pub in Essex!’

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On arrival the first thing you will notice is the restaurant itself, after a complete refurbishment earlier this year this is now a beautiful, trendy destination for family dining, meeting with friends and the perfect place to bring that special someone. We were greeted with a warm welcome from their friendly staff and shown to our table. Looking around it was clear we were in for a night to remember - fellow diners were enjoying the atmosphere and the food looked amazing! We were treated to Bread and Olives whilst we decided what to have from the fine range of starters and Mains available. What we ate: Starters Ham hock terrine with pea shoots and piccalilli purée Coldwater prawn cocktail with Marie Rose sauce and rustic bread King Prawns in garlic served with rustic bread Soup of the day served with bread Mains Fillet of sea bass with crushed new potatoes and sauce vierge 8oz Sirloin Steak served with chips, homemade tomato jam and roasted Portobello mushroom Chicken supreme stuffed with mozzarella, fondant potato, chorizo and red pepper purée Desserts Eton mess with strawberry crisps Selection of fresh sorbets

Book a table today 01708 377 717 91 Shepherd’s Hill, Romford, Essex, RM3 0NP W: www.shepherdanddogessex.com Follow us on Twitter @realshepherddog www.rmmagazine.co.uk

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40 years in the making...

The all-new Range Rover is the most capable and most luxurious Land Rover yet. Lighter, stronger and with new levels of refinement, the Range Rover reinforces its position as the world’s finest luxury SUV.

The fourth generation of the unique Range Rover line, the all-new model has been developed from the ground up, capturing the innovative spirit and iconic design of the original model which changed the world of motoring when it was launched over 40 years ago. The world’s first SUV with a revolutionary lightweight all-aluminium monocoque body structure is 39 per cent lighter than the steel body in the outgoing model enabling total vehicle weight savings of up to 420kg. The lightweight aluminium platform has delivered significant enhancements in performance and agility, along with a transformation in fuel economy and CO2 emissions. In addition to the strong and rigid lightweight body, an all-new aluminium front and rear chassis

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architecture has been developed with completely re-engineered four-corner air suspension. While the luxurious ride has been retained, the vehicle’s handling and agility have been significantly improved. The new suspension architecture delivers flatter, more confident cornering, with natural and intuitive steering feel. The all-new Range Rover has a clean and elegant shape which is derived from a fresh new interpretation of Range Rover design cues. While instantly recognisable as a Range Rover, the new vehicle takes a significant step forward with a bold evolution of the model’s iconic design language. With Land Rover strength at its heart, the new model has been engineered from the ground up to be the most capable, most refined Range Rover ever.

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Suzuki SFV650 Gladius

Amongst the industry-leading innovations is a ground-breaking next-generation version of Land Rover’s Terrain Response® system, which analyses the current driving conditions and automatically selects the most suitable vehicle settings for the terrain. To ensure exceptional durability and reliability, the new model has been subjected to Land Rover’s punishing on- and off-road test and development regime, with a fleet of development vehicles covering millions of miles over 18 months of arduous tests in more than 20 countries with extremes of climate and road surfaces. Within the cabin, the all-new Range Rover provides occupants with a sensation of serene isolation, meeting the highest luxury car standards for refinement. Measures like the rigorously optimised body structure and acoustic lamination of the windscreen and side door glass have significantly reduced noise levels, while the new suspension architecture has enabled engineers to achieve even more luxurious ride comfort and refinement. The sumptuous interior incorporates distinctive Range Rover design cues, but executed with a very contemporary treatment, and clean, elegant surfaces which are flawlessly presented using the finest leathers and veneers. With over 118mm more legroom, the rear occupants benefit from vastly increased space and comfort, with the option of a new two-seat Executive Class seating package for the ultimate in rearseat luxury.

Suzuki GB announced a limited run of its SFV650 Gladius, with a retro inspired paint scheme that gives the popular 650cc naked middleweight a unique classic Grand Prix look. Inspired by the1970s Suzuki RG500 Grand Prix racer, and available for a limited time only via authorised Suzuki dealers, the SFV650 offers the same great middleweight performance and handling but with added style and coolness thanks to the iconic red, black and yellow paint scheme. Suzuki GB general manager, Paul de Lusignan, commented, “For the very first time we included our own Facebook community in the decision to bring this special edition to market. With its flowing lines the SFV lends itself perfectly to a retro scheme, and proved to be a popular choice. The recommended retail price is just £300 more than the standard model at £6,399, including a special belly-pan too, but will only be available to order for a limited time via authorised dealers. So, If you’re keen we suggest you act fast.”

To deliver the model’s characteristic effortless performance, customers have the choice of a refined supercharged V8 petrol engine, TDV6 and SDV8 diesel engines combining responsive performance with outstanding CO2 emissions.

On top of the unique colour scheme, the SFV650 is also available until September 30th on Suzuki’s latest promotion, where customers get £500 off the recommended retail price of a standard machine and benefit from three years warranty and AA cover too*.

Available to order now, with first deliveries expected to hit Essex from early 2013.

For more information on the SFV650, please visit www.suzuki-gb.co.uk

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Women in Business

Monique Pirie, Katrina Gilbert, Yvonne Bendall and Linda Watson

Welcome ladies to my new column which I hope you will find interesting, useful and at times, inspiring and motivational. This really is a first for me as I’m not a journalist but I’m passionate about my role as Business Development Officer for the London Borough of Havering, and I hope to portray my enthusiasm in future editions to all of you women out there, whether you are a potential ‘start up’, a new business or an existing business. Owning your own business and becoming an entrepreneur, is fast becoming peoples first choice when faced with losing their job or redundancy. More and more people are deciding they have the ideas, the skills and for the most part, the determination to work for themselves. Sometimes it’s the push they need to follow through a business idea they have always dreamed of. There is a thriving community of entrepreneurs here in Havering and some excellent female owned new businesses have made it through to the finals of the Havering Business Awards. But let’s be honest about this. It’s a difficult path to tread, it can be lonely and scary BUT as I was once told, whatever challenges you may face every day being your own boss, whatever problems you may encounter along your entrepreneurial journey, there are others out there that understand. Join us for the next Women in Business Forum, at Havering College of Further and Higher Education – October 17th 5.30pm and meet some of these ‘understanding’ people. For further information 01708 432871.

Its been a busy month since my last column, and one of the highlights for me was a trip to Switzerland for a festival! As an ambassador for Quiksilver, I travel a fair bit with them in and around Europe performing at various events and they were helping put together this particular show in Biel called X-Days Festival. My band and I were imagining it to be quite cold there, but luckily my manager, Si told us to pack the suncream! It was SO hot and there was a great atmosphere in the crowd during the gig. There is something about performing at festivals which totally differs from any other type of gig and it’s not just the fact its outdoors and everyone’s worried if its going to rain! Theres much more of a chilled vibe everyone genuinely wants to enjoy the music and have a laugh. My favourite was last year supporting Tom Jones for an event at Audley End Park in Saffron Walden with 15,000 people dancing and loving the sun! Probably the most memorable day of my life, with my mum and best mate on the side of the stage, as shocked as I was by the crowd haha!

Leddra Loves... Ellie Powell This very talented young lady from Romford, performed at The Camden Fringe Festival recently, and I went to check it out. “Keep Your Pecker Up” is a one woman show both starring and written by Ellie. It is inspired by her nan and her outrageously funny stories from the 1940’s Ellie was told as a child. This play will make you laugh out loud many times, and if you are a soppy as I am, shed a little tear, too! The Olympic Grounds I felt so lucky to attend one night of the Olympics, I saw Usain Bolt run in 200m Semi’s! I also felt very patriotic seeing how amazingly this country has handled such a huge event!

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Festival . . . s e c n e i Exper

RM asked you lot to get in touch with your festival stories and we have picked out the best ones to share with you all, from trenching through mud to dancing the night away it sounded like you lot had a great weekend...

Chloe, 21: “When I was at Creamfields in the portable toilet with my friend I went to grab the soap dispenser and I touched it and realised someone had taken it out and filled it up with something less hygienic! I still had an amazing time.”

Grace, 21: “I went Secret Garden Party and arrived a day late due to work, walking to meet my friends as soon as I got there I fell over face first in the mud and my new jeans were completely covered.”

Louisa, 21: “I had to drag a ten man tent for miles! I was close to tears at some points, but it all made it worthwhile in the end when our tent showed everyone else’s up and was the last one standing!”

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George, Elliott, Sid & Chris: “We went Wireless festival and were in the crowd with drinks flying everywhere; our ginger friend got covered head to toe by a red Alco-pop which stained his skin for the rest of the weekend.”

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V Festival Fanatic!

What a weekend it was at Hylands Park, where V Festival took over and boasted a brilliant time for all that attended... Rae Passfield, Ella Shean and Leanne Tattoo explored the grounds and gave us their verdicts...

V Festival Newbie No 1! Ella Shean, 15: When I first got to V it was a very different to what I thought. It’s like a whole new world; you would never experience it anywhere else but V festival. There are so many people of all ages, from kids to adults, everyone is just so laidback. The only bad thing is, is that everything is so expensive and because it was hot, I ended up spending all my money on bottles of water. On Sunday I enjoyed myself a bit more as I knew where everything was and I knew where to go for anything I needed. The stages are all different environment, if you go to the main stage it’s a more chilled out older environment, the 4 music stage is a more young and vibrant and the area is more dance music. Overall I had an amazing weekend, and I can’t wait to go back next year!

V Festival Newbie No 2! Leanne Tattoo Being a ‘Festival Virgin’ I had no idea what to expect for Essex’s hottest music event of the year. Not quite brave enough to camp, me and 2 girlfriends picked the Sunday line up and ventured to Hylands park to see what all the fuss was about... Our sun-dance seemed to work- the weather was amazing- breaking just briefly into rain when we were watching the amazing Rita Ora perform in the Arena StageI’m sure this lady is one to watch in 2013. Highlights for me included good old Essex boy Olly Murs playing his hits with an awesome band and later accompanying 80’s legends Madness in ‘It Must Be Love’. We muscled our way to the front of the crowd for Snow Patrol’s set at 8pm and even got a little teary-eyed when they sung ‘Run’. Fulfilling a massive personal dream I also got to see the Killers perform in the flesh, with Brandon Flowers looking even more dashing than ever... I can’t deny, I was happy to be returning to my nice warm bed and bath to wash the (questionable) cider from my hair. Glad I booked Monday off work, definitely, but was it worth it? Absolutely 100%...

For three years running music enthusiast Rae Passfield, 19 has attended V Festival. After recovering from this year’s weekend of scorching sunshine and indie anthems, she revealed to RM Magazine her V highlights… Noel Gallagher’s High Flying Birds The atmosphere was palpable standing at the front of Noel’s 100,000+ crowd. He is, by all accounts, a living legend and his transition from Oasis guitarist to High Flying Birds’ front man has only heightened the admiration. He belted recent singles Everybody’s on the Run and If I Had a Gun while we sang along like our lives depended on it. Naturally though, it was the Oasis classics that were really something special. The feeling and passion during Little by Little and Don’t Look Back in Anger were spine tingling; these are songs that today, only Noel Gallagher can do justice. Best gig of the weekend. Top tune: Don’t Look Back in Anger Ed Sheeran Although a fan of Sheeran’s platinum-selling debut “+” I had concerns about his acoustic sound resonating as a headlining slot. These reservations were, however, quickly obliterated by this young man’s undeniable talent. He brought an energy to his gig that I’ve never experienced before, turning the crowd into his own “gospel choir” who frequently played a part in his almost acapella performance. Emotion filled the tent during the heart-wrenching Small Bump but smiles were restored when Example appeared for a special duet of Changed the Way You Kissed Me. His unforgettable set ended with an explosive version of You Need Me and a perfectly-timed firework finale. Top tune: Small Bump Reverend and the Makers In blistering heat the Reverend bowled out onto stage, determined to give the crowd a good time. After hearing a taste of their brand new record with single Basslines, it would seem the Sheffield band have returned to the former glory of their debut. They gave us a lively show with old favourites like The State of Things and the Essex inspired He Said He Loved Me. Before leaving, front man Jon McClure demanded we should see fellow Northern heroes Noel Gallagher and the Stone Roses for “some proper music”. I couldn’t agree more. Top tune: Heavyweight Champion of the World

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Jura ENA9 Perfectly suited to the discerning home, the Swiss-made Jura bean-to-cup coffee machine brings you a satisfying cappuccino, creamy latte macchiato or nutty espresso at the touch of a button and if you need more of an energy lift in the morning, this machine also has an Aroma Boost function, which provides extra-strong espresso at the touch of a button. State-of-the-art fine foam technology creates milk foam with a fine, feather-light consistency for beautiful coffee from the espresso through to the milk. Price: ÂŁ1,000

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Starbucks App If all these coffee machines seem like to much hard work then why not download the latest Starbucks App, it not only lets you find your closest coffee giant but also allows you to manage your Starbucks Card and track your Stars in the My Starbucks Rewards programme! And that’s not all, you can pay for your drink using the virtual Starbucks Card. Simply enter your card number and your device will display a barcode for you to scan as your Starbucks Card to make purchases. It’s fast. It’s easy. £free iTunes or Android

Presso Coffee Maker Coffee and a workout, well at least you could say you’ve done a workout with this exercise machine-styled coffee machine. It could not be simpler, fill the filter pod, pour in hot water then squeeze it through. This basic but purest machine is a great way of extracting the best from the beans. Price: £80 www.lecafeshop.co.uk

Delonghi Circolo The capsule machine that looks like a Star Trek replicator is nearly as easy to use, the Delonghi Circolo coffee machine is the most stylish way to enjoy your coffee kick! Designed exclusively for use with Nescafé Dolce Gusto capsules, all you need to do is simply pop a pod into this machine and let it create rich, tasty coffee. If you prefer to personalise your drink, you can ensure the strength of your coffee is perfectly suited to your tastes with the 7-level LED flow stop selector. Price: £170 www.johnlewis.com

Aerobie Aeropress Simplicity itself. Mix your preferred amounts of coffee and water, and press through a coffee filter, straight into your mug. 30 seconds later, you’ve got your coffee. Price: £23 www.amazon.co.uk

Kenwood Kmix CM024 This filter machine gives you drip coffee when you want it. Fill the tank with water and put a filter with a few tablespoons of ground coffee in and within a few minutes you have a nice pot of coffee. Price: £85 www.houseoffraser.co.uk

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2nd September - Olly Murs The Essex X Factor star will be joined by Pixie Lott and Diana Vickers for the Olly Murs 2012 Festival at Hylands Park in Chelmsford. Olly Murs brings his high-energy performance back to his home county! Start time: 5:45pm - Price: ÂŁ32.50 (plus booking fee) Hylands Park, London Road, Chelmsford Essex CM2 8WQ

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9th September Vintage Fashion Fair

Seeking something stylish and a little more individual than what is on the high-street? With vintage all the craze right now, you have you own vintage fair coming to your area…With vintage items from all over the world, and the widest selection of vintage clothes and vintage inspired merchandise. Appealing to all ages, and with lovely reasonable prices this is a day not to be missed, especially if tea and cakes are also available for those who have shopped until they dropped… With a small admission of £4.50 with concessions and students with id only £3.50, its no excuse not to miss out on your vintage fix! 10am-4pm The Sports Centre, Brentwood School, Middleton Hall Lane, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 8EE

16th September Greyhound Rescue Dog Day Our fourth annual Family Fun Day & Dog Show. And it’s bigger and better than ever! Attractions this year include New York Grill, beer tent, donuts, bouncy castle, inflatable sumo suits, plus a wide variety of arts, crafts and animal related companies. A great day for the whole family! 10.30am - 5.00pm Admission: £1.00 under 16’s FREE Parking FREE The Street, Little Totham, Maldon Essex CM9 8JQ

29th-30th September Craft & Design Show

The Essex Craft & Design Show will be hosting its annual event at Cressing Temple barns. These 12th century historic barns provide the perfect day out. Over 70 artists, craftspeople and designer makers will be showcasing and selling their work which will include fine art, photography, jewellery, ceramics and many other contemporary crafts. Admission: Adults £4.00 Start: 10am www.rmmagazine.co.uk

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What’s On at the Queens Theatre, Hornchurch This September, the Queen’s Theatre, is thrilled to launch a brand new season of brilliant fun and great songs from its resident company of actor-musicians cut to the chase… Prepare for BLAST-OFF as the season gets underway with the Olivier Award-winning rock ‘n’ roll musical, Return to the Forbidden Planet running until 22 September! Join Captain Tempest and his fearless crew on a lunar adventure into hyperspace and beyond! Exploding with cosmic classics by Elvis, Jerry Lee Lewis, Chuck Berry, Roy Orbison and The Animals. Up next from cut to the chase… is the hilarious smash-hit comedy Shakers, from 28 September – 13 October, by John Godber (writer of Queen’s hits Bouncers and Up ‘n’ Under) and Jane Thornton. Welcome to the liveliest bar in town for a peek behind the pina coladas and plastic palms at Shakers Cocktail Bar. Four long-suffering waitresses take you on a heart-warming journey through their lives, loves, hopes and dreams. September fun continues with a guest programme bursting with fantastic music and comedy. MOBO Award-winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown performs on 17 September, the Neil Angilley Jazz Trio present mouthwatering jazz with a cool Latin vibe on 25 September and a trio of top stand-ups go for the giggles at Comedy Club on 27 September. Call the Box Office on 01708 443333 or book online at www.queens-theatre.co.uk

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25 Aug – 22 Sept Return to the Forbidden Planet 25 Aug – 22 Sept Blake 8 Sept - 24 Nov Jester’s Drama Club 10 Sept Julian Littman and Band 17 Sept YolanDa Brown 17 Sept Neil Angilley Jazz Trio 27 Sept Comedy Club in the Foyer 28 Sept – 13 Oct Shakers 30 Sept Jethro

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

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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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1 Dec 2012 - 12 Jan Jack and the Beanstalk 4 Dec - 5 Dec Talon 23 Dec Glenn Miller Orchestra

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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KIDS INSPIRE CHARITY GOLF DAY 2012

Kids Inspire invite you to a Charity Golf Event on Friday 5th October 2012 at 11.30am. ÂŁ60 per person includes bacon roll, breakfast, 18 hole golf, 3 course dinner, raffle/auction. Channels Golf Club, Belsteads Farm Lane, Little Waltam, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 3PT Building relationships through therapy, opportunity, love and care. Tickets only available in advance please contact: paula@kidsinspire.org.uk or call on 01245 348707 Building relationships through therapy, opportunity, love and care

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COMPETITION HEATS UP FOR HAVERING BUSINESS AWARDS 2012 New award for Best Hospitality to be 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 today and this year 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 can vote online to choose the Best Hospitality in Havering. This award will recognise the best in ‘going out’ in Havering, whether a pub, restaurant or family entertainment venue. Voting will take place online courtesy of the Romford Recorder at www.romfordrecorder.co.uk from 13th July – 3rd September.

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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Excellence in Marketing • Acumen Design • Brewery Centre • The Brickyard Bar & Grill

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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