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CONTENTS 08 BIRDWATCHING IN LEEDS Are your nest boxes ready? It’s not too late!

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WELCOME TO SUBURBAN LEEDS Welcome to edition 13 of Suburban Magazine. As we now begin our second year of publication, we have made some slight changes to our areas and are very happy to now cover Apperley Bridge in our distribution areas.

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Local news and general submissions relating to any of the areas noted along the top of the front page are always appreciated. We try and include as many relevant submissions from our readers as space permits and welcome anything you may have to report or perhaps questions that you would like us to put forward to the councillors who kindly submit

I hope that a few of our readers try the recipe in this month’s magazine and if you would like to send a recipe in please forward with a photo to editorial@suburbanleeds.co.uk Thank you as always to our advertisers and contributors. We are now working on edition 14 which will deadline 29th March 2016. Rachel Morgan Editor rachel@suburbanleeds.co.uk

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SPRING EXHIBITION OF MEMBERS’ WORK 23RD APRIL - 1ST MAY 2016 AT THE STUDIO With the warmer days and lighter nights of Spring now upon us, why not come along to the Horsforth Arts Society’s Spring Exhibition which opens in The Studio, 15 Back Lane, Horsforth, Leeds, LS18 4RF at 10 am on Saturday 23rd April and runs until 5pm on Sunday 1st May 2015. Admission is free and it’s a great opportunity to talk

to members about their work and relax in a peaceful and creative atmosphere for a short while. Opening times of the exhibition are: Weekends: Saturday and Sunday 23rd and 24th April and Saturday 30th April and Sunday 1st May, 10am – 5pm. Weekdays openings are 1pm – 3pm and additional opening on Wednesday evening 27th April from 6pm – 9 pm. The exhibition is mainly original framed paintings of a variety of mediums, but other art and craftwork is

also on display, including printing, photographs, woodcarving and some textiles. Most items are for sale and very reasonably priced. The Society Chairman, Don Wade, is pleased to announce that the members have been hard at work over the winter months to produce a standard of work and welcomes everyone to come along and view the exhibition. Further details: 0113 2563551 www.horsforthartsociety. worldpress.com

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ARE YOUR NEST BOXES READY? IT’S NOT TOO LATE As we hurtle into spring, you’ll be aware that many of our resident birds are singing loudly and claiming their territories. If the weather stays mild then, pretty soon, you’ll be able to see signs of nest building and courtship, especially between great tits and blue tits. You may be wondering what you can do to attract birds to nest in your garden or, if you already have nest boxes, whether you need to do anything to ensure that birds return each year. It’s not too late. If you have nest boxes already then all you have to do is to watch them for a while to check whether any birds are using them at the moment. If there is no activity then, carefully, look inside. Fresh material may indicate that a bird is using the box to keep warm over the winter months. Close up the box and leave it alone. It may return to breed very soon. It is possible to find evidence of dead chicks in a box so be prepared (with gloves and a plastic bag) to remove everything. If you do need to clear a box, then leave it empty and resist the urge to disinfect it. If there is no vegetation, then you don’t need to add any but consider this. If the box hasn’t been used before, it could be because it isn’t in the right place, or facing in the right direction. Here are some tips for siting or relocating your nest boxes.

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As a general rule of thumb, the entrance to the box should face north to east (and not south to west unless the box will be shaded out for most of the afternoon). This is to ensure that the chicks don’t become hot and dehydrated in warm weather. Keep your boxes away from your feeders to prevent other birds being attracted to your nesting bird’s territory. In the city, height matters because we have so many cats to predate your nesting birds. Boxes should be at least 3 metres from the ground, but be aware that squirrels and great spotted woodpeckers also predate chicks and will damage your nest boxes. You can fit metal plates to the entrance holes but a determined squirrel or woodpecker may excavate a hole in the bottom of the nest box. Woodcrete boxes (made from a special wood and concrete compound) can be expensive but are very durable and will stop predator damage.

Make it all very exciting and fit a webcam to your nest box. There are many affordable kits available or you can buy wireless cameras for your existing boxes. It won’t take long before you’re glued to the screen for something other than the latest blockbuster movie. Be prepared for laughter and tears. It can be a bumpy ride as many nests are unsuccessful for a variety of reasons. One thing you may not be aware of is that, each year, Valentine’s day marks the start of National Nest Box Week. This event, which has been running for the last 15 years, is organised by the British Trust for Ornithology along with Jacobi Jayne, one of Britain’s leading bird care specialists. Visit the website to receive lots of information about nesting birds, nest boxes and monitoring birds, and register for your free National Nest Box information pack. If you love swifts, you could do something amazing and install swift boxes under the eaves of your house. Swifts take some encouragement to start a new colony so you’ll need to play swift love songs at your house each spring to attract maturing birds to the

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Even though you feel like you “need” chocolate, chances are you’ll be just as satisfied with a healthier alternative, such as hummus, nuts, fresh berries, or even a cup of herbal/fruit tea. Having better choices on hand can help distract those cravings until they pass.

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Rather than relying on crisps and biscuits to help you feel relaxed and happy, go for a brisk walk during the day and get into bed with a good book a little earlier in the evening.

Thirst and dehydration make you feel hungry, and may increase cravings.

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This is a wonderful month for enjoying the early ﬂowering bulbs and shrubs, so sing and be happy as the days are lengthening and work will soon begin. The exceptionally wet weather this winter has washed out many of the nutrients from your soil, which means you need to apply a general fertilizer to the whole of your garden. Then hoe it into the surface of the soil, to allow all the roots to take it up - encouraging them to grow to their full potential. Your lawns may be starting to look patchy now, so when it is dry and frost free, spike the surface with a fork to a depth of 4” every twelve inches to improve drainage. Then scarify the grass with a wire rake, to take out any dead stems and other debris. Reseed any bald patches, followed by a specific spring lawn fertiliser for the rest of the grass. If moss or weeds are a problem, treat them now with an appropriate chemical. Finally, lift the blades on your mower for the first cut, which should be when the grass is about 3” high. If you have a frost free space, now is the time to sow sweet peas, broad beans and hardy annuals for a terrific summer display. There are many types for gladioli, from small to tall, and all of them may be planted this month. Look at finishing the pruning of your rose bushes, HT varieties very hard and ﬂoribunda by a half. Climbers should be trimmed back into their allotted space, with any crossing and dead branches removed. The same goes for apple and pear trees, together with all of your fruit bushes. 18 | SUBURBAN MAGAZINE

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TOP TIPS TO ENSURE YOUR CHILD STAYS SAFE ONLINE Written by Paul Oldham Deputy Head Richmond House School

A study from BBC Newsround has found that over 75% of 10–12 year olds have social media accounts despite being under age. With additional reports that 1 in 5 children have experience of online bullying, we feel it is more important than ever that schools and parents work together to offer a consistent message to children about internet safety. The internet offers a wealth of information for both children and adults alike, and in this digital age it is a valuable resource that we want to take advantage of. Take a look at the following tips and reminders to help you and your children stay safe online.

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The stranger rule also applies online – make sure your children do not chat to people they do not know, they do not release any personal details and never make any arrangements to meet offline.

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Be aware of the risks of online gaming, remind your children that not everyone is who they claim to be and may have dishonourable motives. You may also need to limit time spent on gaming.

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The internet is an amazing place for children to learn and develop, there is no need to be frightened of them using it, just to be aware of the potential issues which may arise.

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Remind your children that any pictures or comments posted could be made public despite the use of privacy settings and can remain online forever, even for future employers to see.

At Richmond House School we work in partnership with our parents, and we endeavour to support and offer advice to families who bring their concerns to us. Further information on online gaming, social media and protecting yourself and your children online visit www.saferinternet.org.uk or www.getsafeonline.org or www.childnet.com

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YOUR RIGHTS AS AN UNMARRIED COUPLE The number of unmarried couples living together increases year on year, as many couples choose to live together as cohabitees as an alternative to marriage. Despite the increasing number of unmarried couples living together, the law relating to cohabitees in England and Wales is very different to the legal position for married couples and civil partners when it comes to their financial rights and obligations upon separation. There is a longstanding myth that when an unmarried couple have lived together for a certain period of time they become common law husband and wife. This simply is not the case and no such common law relationship exists whether a couple have lived together for 12 months or 12 years. Due to the lack of legal rights for cohabiting unmarried couples together with the scope for disagreements upon separation in relation to the division of property and income, it is advisable that those cohabiting or intending to

do so clearly set out what would happen if their relationship were to subsequently break down. This is known as a “cohabitation agreement” and is similar to a pre-nuptial agreement which is advisable for couples in contemplation of their marriage. A cohabitation agreement is a contract between the unmarried couple. If both parties have received independent legal advice and provided full and frank financial disclosure such an agreement is likely to be considered by the court and if deemed to be fair given considerable weight in determining issues in relation to capital, property and support for any child of the family. The aim of a cohabitation agreement is not to encourage relationship breakdown, but to help unmarried couples to effectively manage their finances within their relationship and provide some piece of mind in the unfortunate event of separation. If you would like some more information or advice in relation to cohabitation contracts or pre-nuptial agreements, please contact our specialist family solicitors on 0113 357 1315 or email enquires@consilialegal.co.uk

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IT'S ALL HAPPENING AT RODLEY NATURE RESERVE It has been an eventful winter at Rodley Nature Reserve. With two major projects under way the last thing the volunteers needed was the great flood of Boxing Day and all the resulting damage. The Dragonfly Ponds and the Education Pond suffered particularly badly, the latter losing all of its decking and most of its wildlife. This pond is a particular favourite with primary school children for pond dipping and with the first school visits in March this has been a real blow. The pond will be re-decked but it will take time for it to re-establish and school children this year will be using the public dipping pond for their activities. With ground conditions so bad after a winter of exceptional rainfall it will be some time before the Dragonfly Ponds can be restored to their former glory. As regards the two major projects referred to these too have been badly hit by the weather and saturated ground conditions. Often labouring in a sea of mud, volunteers have been working over recent weeks constructing gabion bases for two new bird watching hides overlooking the Lagoon and Reedbed. Heavy lifting equipment is required to lift the new hides into place and a good spell of dry weather is needed before ground conditions are suitable for this to be done. However, the new hides will provide much better viewing for visitors this year and are specially adapted for wheelchair users. The second big winter project has been the development of the Poplar Field, a recent addition to the land managed by the Reserve. Despite the weather, volunteers have planted more than three hundred trees on the field and several hundred shrubs remain to be planted. A meandering path will give visitors access to two large ponds on the field and it is hoped to have this area open to the public later this year. The Reserve will again be running a full programme of events this year and one to 26 | SUBURBAN MAGAZINE

look forward to at the end of March is the Easter Egg Hunt for children on Sunday 27th. Organised by Aireborough Rotary Club, this event will raise valuable funds for Martin House and other local charities. The event runs from 11.00am to 3.00pm and entry is free.

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