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EDITOR’S WELCOME
This issue may come as somewhat of a surprise considering our rather drastic change of pace, but rest assured, the local stories and quirky events that filled our pages in the past will continue to do so, just with some new neighbours. With the humble intention of bringing you the very best of what Moseley and Kings Heath have to offer we have broadened our spectrum of content to include things such as fashion, recipes, celebrities with a local connection and much, much more. This June & July is packed full of wonderful things that will draw in interest from not only across the country, but across the world. Mostly Jazz, Funk and Soul Festival welcomes big names to its stage again this year with legendary Chaka Khan headlining, joined by pioneers of hiphop Sugarhill Gang and Saint Paul and the Broken Bones - all travelling from America to spend the summer with us. Jazz appreciation month sees the return of the annual Birmingham and Solihull and Blues Jazz Festival with plenty of free gigs taking place across the city. Performers will be traveling from Lithuania, the USA, Canada, Argentina, France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and Belgium joining an array of homegrown musicians, so it’s a great opportunity for Birmingham to show the world how beautiful a culture we have. Looking forward to seeing you fine folk in your summer glad rags, at some of these fantastic events coming up, don’t be a stranger!
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iness Local Bus inside! Directory See pg 54
COVER STORIES Chaka Khan: Headliner for this year’s Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival
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COMMUNITY ACTIVITY Local private tutors Faking it - tributes fesitval comes to Kings Heath Word on the street - the lowdownon all things local
Jazz & Blues Festival returns What’s On Summer fashion surprises
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HOME & GARDEN 10 11 12
CHARITY Royals get behind mental health charity
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A photo gallery, in your home! Taking the indoors outdoors
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15 reasons to drink lemon water
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FOOD & DRINK Where to eat Wine al fresco! Impress your friends with sweet grilled peaches
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BUSINESS & FINANCE Disputing a will
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ome rain or shine the Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival will be in full swing all weekend long, mainly since its attendees have a summer spirit that seems to be unbreakable. This year we welcome as headliner the living legend herself, ten time grammy winner, with a tidy 22 albums under her belt, the one and only, Chaka Khan. Chaka Khan is a true Renaissance Woman. A singer, songwriter, producer, visual artist, author, actor, philanthropist, entrepreneur, activist and mother, Chaka is an international music icon who has influenced multiple generations of artists and continues to do so. From the moment she burst onto the music scene in the 1970s as the 18-year-old lead singer of the multiracial band Rufus, her powerful voice and show-stopping stage presence set her apart from any other singer, and during her 40-year career, she has developed a vast international fan base and performed on six continents. Living for a time in London and Germany, she currently resides in Los Angeles. She has two children, Indira Milini and Damien. Her life and career are chronicled in her autobiography,
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Through the Fire, which was published by Rodale Books in 2003 and is currently being updated for re-release and adapted into a screenplay. The rest of this year’s line up continues determinedly on its jaw dropping course with hip-hop pioneers The Sugarhill Gang returning with Melle Mel and Scorpio. Need I remind you that they brought an entire genre into the global limelight and inspired young poets around the world to add a drumbeat to their struggles and help them find a way through? St Paul and The Broken Bones, hailing from Birmingham Alabama, are proof that soul power is a tangible resource; it is pure dance fuel. There’s only one way to discover why Rosanne Cash (Johnny Cash’s daughter) tweeted, “I have seen the future of music and the name of the band is St. Paul & the Broken Bones.” Let’s just hope they’re aware this gig is in Birmingham UK...
“Walking through life really is walking through fire” - Chaka Khan
To purchase tickets and / or see the full lineup go to: www.mostlyjazz.co.uk
As always the stunning lineup and good vibes are accompanied by fantastic street food, cocktails, beers, ales and everything you could need on a jazzy, funky, soulful kind of weekend.
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Faking it The UK’s only touring tribute festival comes to Kings Heath! The UK’s only touring tribute festival is coming to King Heath Park for the first time this summer as part of the 2017 Fake Festivals tour. The party starts on Saturday 1st July from midday, with three world-class tribute acts and five local support bands providing the warm up to get you in the party mood. Michael Ramsay, organiser of Kings Heath Fake Festival, is delighted to be bringing the tour to the area: “When I saw the opportunity to set up and run a festival myself I jumped at the chance, mainly because I know what a great day out they are. I’ve been watching live music at various venues in Kings Heath since the 90’s. It has a rich heritage of bands and live music, so when someone asked where I would hold a Festival, Kings Heath was my first answer.”
Blondie tribute act rocking her signiture bright lipstick and Ray Ban’s.
“I remember the buzz I had from my first Fake Festival and with the quality of musicians we’ve got lined up, I can’t wait for people to get that feeling too. We have fantastic tributes to Oasis, Blondie and Green Day performing, as well as five local acts. I’d love for it to become an event that people will look forward to every year.” Speaking about the tour, Fake Festival owner Jez Lee added: “We are very proud to be the UK’s only touring tribute festival, supporting some of the UK’s best tribute acts and local homegrown talent. 2017 also sees some new additions to the tribute line-up. We remain committed to bringing live music into the heart of communities where local people can enjoy a day out in their local park with friends and family for a great day of fun at an affordable cost.”
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Calling volunteers! Moseley Alternative Giving Campaign are looking to increase the numbers of volunteers currently and are particularly looking for volunteers with any of the following experience or skills:
Here we bring to you a low down of the local happenings that you need to know about. To contribute to next issues WORD ON THE STREET page please email info@swanpublishing.org or call us on 0121 689 0432
s Journalism s Delivering leaflets to shops and houses s Helping with our community market stall s Collecting and counting donations s Participating in the project s Fund raising If you wish to join please email magc@moseleycdt.com for more info or come and see us on the stall!
Beavering around If you enjoy working with young people, have a bit of spare time and would like to impress potential employers then this is an ideal opportunity for you. Volunteering with the local Beaver Scout Group in Moseley is great fun, hugely rewarding and will earn you considerable brownie points in the employment market. Pardon the pun! These happy Beavers are all aged 6-8 and are proudly showing off the lego bridges they made towards gaining their Teamwork Challenge Badge. Clare, a Beaver mum said: My daughter comes home buzzing after Beavers, she has gained in confidence and made lots of new friends.”
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Time to visit some gardens The eagerly anticipated arrival of Moseley in Bloom Open Gardens is nearly upon us - 24th and 25th June! It’s a once a year opportunity to see some of the hidden jewels of Moseley including gardens on School Road, Amesbury Road and many more besides. To open your garden or volunteer to help sell tickets and refreshments contact Amy Ashton (amy1704@hotmail.co.uk) Tickets can be purchased in advance from A Painted Room at 136 Alcester Road, Moseley. They are £5 per day or £8 for the weekend. Children under 12 enter for free. You can also buy tickets, plants and postcards of Moseley’s stunning gardens at the Moseley in Bloom stall at the Farmer’s Market on 27 May. During Open Garden Weekend please look at the front gardens and nominate your favourites for the Moseley Front Gardens awards by emailing jean.gilkison@gmail.com
Destination Churchyard
Walk through the West entrance from the Village Green for the first time in decades. Step back in time and learn about our community’s past and be introduced to some of the individuals buried in the churchyard. Discover what has been done to improve bio diversity and wildlife habitats. Get crafty with pre-bookable workshops with a wildlife theme run by The Botanical Gardens (paint and plant a pot), The Birmingham and Black Country Wildlife Trust (build a bird box) and Sam Krankpod pottery – booking will open on 1 June. And more…. For more information check out the church website at www.moseleybenefice.org.uk, ‘like’ the project on Facebook (stmaryschurchyandmoseleyproject2015) or contact Becky Greenhill, Project Manager, St Mary’s Churchyard Heritage and Access Project stmarysheritage@livings. me.uk / 0121 449 2243
Enchanted Midsummer Walk returns
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Make St Mary’s Churchyard your destination on Saturday 24 June, 10-4. All are invited on a journey to explore the newly landscaped churchyard grounds of St Mary’s in Moseley.
Performers on stilts, magicians, jugglers, fire breathers, aerial performers and even a saxophonist will take walkers on a magical journey through the city at the Birmingham St Mary’s Hospice Enchanted Midsummer Walk on Saturday 24th June. Perfect for friends, families and colleagues the 10km round trip starting at King Edward VI School for Girls will take walkers on a leisurely tour through leafy Edgbaston, Harborne and Selly Oak. Registration is £15 per person or £12 for groups of five or more. To register or find out more information go to birminghamhospice.org.uk
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irmingham and Solihull Jazz & Blues Festival has gone from strength to strength since its formation back in 1984, and last year made Solihull a permanent member of its celebrations. It was created by Jim Simpson, Black Sabbath’s original manager, who says “It’s a fantastic event that brings together Jazz superstars from across the globe and we hope everyone will come along and join in the fun”. Simpson has successfully put Birmingham on the map in the rock arena through his high profile band management of local talent and being the guy responsible for putting Ozzy Osbourne on stage, now his influence extends out to Solihull making it a summertime musical destination recognised throughout Europe and beyond.
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This festival truly is hard to miss, attracting an impressive 94,000 people to last years Solihull performances alone, and working wonders for local tourism generating an estimated £3.4 million. It also boasts around 175 performances each year in around 40 restaurants, bars, public spaces and museums with almost all of them free to the public. So join in wherever you like, give it a go, and I’m sure you’ll find everyone can speak the universal language of jazz.
“It’s a fantastic event that brings together Jazz superstars from across the Written by Ruby Watson globe...”
In past years the festival has enjoyed acts from Lithuania, the USA, Canada, Argentina, France, Germany, Spain, the Netherlands and Belgium joining an array of homegrown musicians. It’s year on year growth promises to continue to draw in talent from near and far.
Festival on from 15 - 24 July For more info on specific locations and dates visit
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Craft Markets The very best unique crafts Where: mac Birmingham When: First Sun every month Info: macarts.co.uk Food Market Local artisan and specialist foods. Where: mac Birmingham When: Last Sun every month Info: macarts.co.uk
Improv Theatre Workshop Learn a new skill in a friendly environment, beginners welcome. Where: St Columba Church Hall, Chantry Road When: Every Tue Info: boxoffrogsimpro.co.uk
Comedy
Moseley Arts’ Market Handmade arts and crafts. Where: Moseley Village When: Last Sat every month Info: moseleycdt.com/arts_market
Moseley Record Fair Where: St Columba Church When: First Sunday every month Info: www.moseleyrecordfair.com Moseley Farmers’ Market Where: Moseley Village When: Last Sat every month Info: moseleyfarmersmarket.org.uk Kings Heath Farmers’ Market Where: KH Village Square When: First Sat every month Info: kingsheathfarmersmarket.org Vintage Fair Where: Prince of Wales pub When: 4 Jun, 3 Sep Info: theprincemoseley.co.uk
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Ricky Gervais: Humanity world tour Considered one of the most influential British comedians since Charlie Chaplin, Ricky Gervais is returning to stage with his first stand up tour in 7 years. Tickets £28.93 / £34.55 Where: Barclaycard Arena When: 27-28 Jun Info: barclaycardarena.co.uk
Jimmy Carr The Best of, Ultimate Gold, Greatest Hits Tour (with new material too). Tickets £30.50 Where: Symphony Hall When: 10 Jun Info: thsh.co.uk
Hardeep Singh Kohli: Alternative Fact The radio 4 favourite , BAFTA winner and regular on BBC’s Question Time, This Week and Daily Politics performs a work in progress, developing his unique take on the political climate. Tickets £7.20-£8 (Appropriate for age 16+) Where: mac Birmingham When: 23 Jun, 8pm Info: macarts.co.uk
Family fun
A Botanical Father’s Day Lunch Treat dad to a delicious 3 course meal in the idyllic botanical gardens. Pre-booking is essential. Where: Bham Botanical Gardens When: 18 Jun Info: birminghambotanicalgardens. co.uk Jungle Book Spectacular street dance and breath-taking circus combine to bring Kipling’s classic tale crashing into the 21st c. (ages 8+) Where: Birimingham Hippodrome When: 19-22 Jul Info: birminghamhippodrome.com
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Screen Juniors: The Big Knight In the far off land of Borovia, where dragons are fierce, witches are wicked, scientists are insane, the economy is bad and TV is in black and white stands Castle Big: home of the Big knights. (rating U) Where: mac Birmingham When: 1 Jul, 2pm Info: macarts.co.uk
Jam Jah Mondays Each and every Monday of the year Jam Jah plays the best in roots, reggae & dancehall since 2001 Where: The Dark Horse When: Mondays 9pm till late Info: jamjahsound.co.uk Butterfly House Fabulous Tropical Butterfly House re-opens – the only one of its kind in Birmingham! Full of beautiful species native to the climates of Central America and Africa. Where: Bham Botanical Gardens When: From now until 3 Sep Info: birminghambotanicalgardens. co.uk
Laughing Sole An exciting comedy club where laughs are loud and shared with all ages! (Ages 5+) Where: mac Birmingham When: 25 Jun Info: macarts.co.uk
Festivals
Curious Incident (of the dog in the night-time) A new play by Simon Stephens based on the best selling novel by Mark Haddon. Tickets £20 plus bf. Ages 11+ Where: Birmingham Hippodrome When: 4-8 Jul Info: birminghamhippodrome.com
Birmingham & Solihull Jazz & Blues Festival A host of mostly free jazz concerts at venues across the city & beyond. Where: Birmingham & Solihull When: 15-24 Jul Info: bigbearmusic.com/jazz
Storytelling Festival A family-friendly day of storytelling, in the grounds of a beautiful community garden, presented by the Traditional Arts Team. Where: Martineau Gardens When: 17 Jun Info: martineau-gardens.co.uk
Mostly Jazz, Funk & Soul Festival This year’s exciting lineup includes Chaka Khan, St Paul & the Broken Bones, Soul II Soul, and Sugarhill Gang! Where: Moseley Private Park When: 7-9 Jul Info: mostlyjazz.co.uk
The Moseley Festival Food, crafts, vintage stalls, concerts, and much more, making the most of the Moseley summer spirit. Where: Moseley When: 30 Jun - 9 Jul Info: moseleyfestival.org
The Songwriting Circle Showcase Come along and hear what the songwriting circle course at mac have been working on this term. Where: mac Birmingham When: 3 Jul Info: macarts.co.uk Simply Dylan Simply Dylan is John O’Connells’ personal exploration of the rich and diverse work of Bob Dylan. When: 25 Jun Where: Kitchen Garden Cafe Info: kitchengardencafe.co.uk
Madame Butterfly (Opera) A classic, traditional staging of this much loved opera. Where: Birmingham Hippodrome When: 27-30 Jun Info: birminghamhippodrome.com
Summer Courses
Earth oven building with Loaf Spend the day in a beautiful community garden learning how to construct earth ovens for outdoor, wood-fired cooking. Where: Martineau Gardens When: 3 Jun, 1 Jul, 9.30am-4pm Info: martineau-gardens.org.uk
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PICTURE PERFECT S
o you’ve got of thousands of photo albums on Facebook, a stock that is enthusiastically contributed to on a regular basis, but how many of your most precious memories are accessible without a mobile device or computer? Making the effort to properly display your photos can be such a rewarding experience. Hanging memories on your wall conjures up those feelings again, and provides an opportunity for man’s favourite pass time (presumably) - reminiscing. Be it on a bar stool, relaxing with family or bumping into an old friend, reminiscing is a big part of our lives, you may even find that having your favourite milestones on display give you a sense of renewed pride in your life decisions each time you see them.
some contrast used between subject and background. Once you’ve found the right spot, a clear plain space that is calling out for some character, you’re ready for step 2.
Step 2: Light
Deciding how the ‘gallery’ will be lit has a big effect on how it is received, for instance if the photos you have chosen are old black and white photos you will want them lit brightly with spotlights so they are easier to view from a distance, probably aided by some natural light. Whereas photos of higher resolution can be viewed quite easily even in low light which leaves it all down to personal preference.
“Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to creating a photo gallery in your home...”
Here’s a quick step-by-step guide to creating an art gallery in your home that celebrates you and your loved ones.
Step 1: Position
Picking the right place in your home is an important step, you don’t want to pick an area that is tucked into a corner where nobody ever spends any time. As you can see in the example images, the wall colour doesn’t particularly matter, so long as there is
Step 3: Framing
At this stage you can make the most of a contrast effect to draw attention to your ‘gallery’. Black and white photos look particularly chic with a white border and black frame, but they can look equally impressive with a plain white frame. If you visit a framing shop they will give you a comprehensive understanding of how to pick something appropriate to compliment your home’s style. We hope you enjoy sharing your photos on real walls as well as virtual ones!
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HEADS TOGETHER Over 39,000 runners completed the first ever mental health London Marathon on 23rd April in support of numerous charities, with each runner given a #HeadsTogether headband. #HeadsTogether is a campaign to end the stigma around mental health headed by the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge and Prince Harry, who all attended the London Marathon to help raise awareness and gather support for the campaign. Judy Dyke, Patron of local bereavement charity Edward’s Trust and Managing Director of Tyndallwoods Solicitors said: “I was very moved by the commitment of the young Royals to their HeadsTogether campaign which highlights the impact of mental health issues in our society. One aspect of this which clearly affected the Princes was the tragic and untimely death of their mother and Prince Harry has recently spoken about how he has had counselling to help him deal with the death. “Counselling is vital for people suffering the loss of a loved one and in 1993 Princess Diana honoured Edward’s Trust by opening Sunrise - a counselling and support service for all those affected by the death of a child. Edward’s Trust is a Birmingham charity that aims to offer holistic bereavement care to both children and adults who are suffering grief.
“I have been honoured to have worked with the charity for over 30 years and to be a Patron. “The HeadsTogether campaign wants to make sure that stigma no longer prevents people from getting the help they need. Edward’s Trust is there to support bereaved family members who want help and for as long as they need it.“ Said Judy
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DON’TJUST LEAF IT S
o much attention is often paid to decorating a home, whilst gardens tend to be merely kept tidy. We are limited in this country somewhat by the weather when it comes to outdoor living spaces, but it does not prevent us from continuing the themes of our homes out into the garden. It only takes a few details to bring a space to life, this is true of internal and external areas alike. Here are some tips to bring your style and personality out into your garden, without undergoing major construction.
Farm House Garden Creating a vegetable patch or herb garden is the most obvious way to create the true farmhouse style, but there are other, less time consuming ways to achieve the look. Metal pergolas and pastel coloured garden furniture sing French elegance, and surprisingly don’t always carry a hefty price tag. Another great tip is to grow copious amount of lavender, it will attract birds and butterflies to pollinate your garden and complete the picture of countryside bliss.
Boho Garden
many plants as possible. Potted plants, hanging plants and creepers should engulf your vision when you step out of your back door!
Industrial style Garden Certainly the most low maintenance of these themes, the industrial style doesn’t focus on plant life but rather on the historical richness of the rusted steel pipe. Any sculpture reminiscent of clockwork cogs or Victorian factory life will help too, along with classic steel lanterns and lampposts. Greenery will compliment the theme of urban decay but flowers may be a little too perky to convey the same message.
Rugs, rugs galore! A sad grey patio or decking area can be cheered up with an ingenious creation; the garden rug (made from weather resistant materials but with all the same beauty of an indoor rug). It’s also important within the bohemian theme to have as
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_ Where to eat
A guide to the best places to eat in and around Moseley & Kings Heath
Mediterranean Tapas 11 York Rd Kings Heath, B14 7SA Tel: 0121 444 5444
La Fibule
Moroccan 31 Woodbridge Rd Moseley, B13 8EH Tel: 0121 449 3289
Rainbow Restaurant
Carib Grill
Maison Mayci
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Byzantium
Chinese 59 High Street Kings Heath, B14 7BH Tel: 0121 444 4195
Carribbean 2 St Mary’s Row Moseley, B13 8JG Tel: 0121 449 8818
French Patisserie 148 Alcester Rd Moseley, B13 8HS Tel: 0121 449 4413
Thai 25 Woodbridge Rd Moseley, B13 8EH Tel: 0121 449 4498
Carters
Pangaea
Sweet Chillies
Fine British dining 2c Wake Green Rd Moseley, B13 9EZ Tel: 0121 449 8885
Indian 27-29 Poplar Rd B14 7AA Tel: 0121 441 2222
Bangali/ Indian 836 Yardely Wood Rd Birmingham, B13 0JE Tel: 0121 443 1086
Daniels Bistro
Ponte Di Legno
Sylhet Spice Cuisine
Fine British Dining 13 St Mary’s Row Moseley, B13 8HW Tel: 0121 449 9618
Indioz
Indian 107 Alcester Rd Moseley, B13 8DD Tel: 0121 449 9292
Kababish
Balti 29 Woodbridge Rd Moseley, B13 8EH Tel: 0121 449 5556
Italian 44 Woodbridge Rd Moseley, B13 8EJ Tel: 0121 449 8064
Poplar Balti
Bangladeshi 27-29 York Rd Kings Heath, B14 7SA Tel: 0121 444 6644
The Village
Bangladeshi & Indian 48 Poplar Rd B14 7AG Tel: 0121 444 1317
English Pub Food 179 Alcester Rd Moseley, B13 8JR Tel: 0121 449 7664
Punjabi Dhaba
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Indian Street Food 46 Poplar Rd Kings Heath, B14 7AG Tel: 0121 439 0624
Indian 43 Alcester Rd Moseley, B13 8AA Tel: 0121 449 8539
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Wine Al Fresco! It’s somewhat surprising that in 2017 people still worry about how the wine they choose will be perceived by their friends. Shouldn’t it simply be a matter of choosing a grape, style or region you really like and enjoying it? Introduce food into the equation and it can get even more complicated. On the continent the default choice of wine without food would generally be a white; perhaps from the Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc or Riesling grape, or if red perhaps a lightly chilled Beaujolais. In the UK however we have developed a taste for drinking bigger bodied red wine as an aperitif which in turn has encouraged wine makers to favour slightly sweeter “fruit gum” style reds. However as the days get longer and the
weather (hopefully) better, many customers visit wine auctions looking to stock up for their summer barbecues and picnics. As a general rule fattier food needs tannin. So that matured sirloin steak could probably be much more delicious with a bottle of the traditional red you may once have tasted, disapprovingly deciding it was too austere or had the same effect on your teeth as strong tea. Try it again with some sausages and you may be amazed! Salt can clash with tannin so a more mature red may compliment a saltier dish better than a younger wine; reds generally becoming less tannic with age. In a similar vein oily fish hates tannin, a Manzanilla would be a much better choice and olives are a great
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t e e Sw Summer-time inevitably comes with a lot of hosting lunch and dinner guests, and there’s always that one friend who makes it look so effortless... well this summer it’s going to be you. For a super quick and super easy dessert (or snack) that looks just as good as it tastes, look no further. Total time mins
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Award winning practice Kevin Grant & Barbara Husband serving Moseley & Kings Heath for over 35 years. The BAC Centre 26 Wake Green Road, Moseley, Birmingham, B13 9PA www.baccentre.co.uk 0121 449 9515
Sunnyside Massage Therapy Rest, Relieve, Restore, Relax. Be kind to yourself, have a massage. Samantha Roberts Moseley, Birmingham massage@sunnysiders.net 0121 441 2948 / 07812 124 537
Osteopathy
Treating back pain, sciatica, neck pain, headaches, frozen shoulder, OA of knees and hips, sports injuries etc Medical acupuncture offered. The BAC Centre 26 Wake Green Rd, B13 9PA www.moseleyosteopath.co.uk 0121 449 9515
Massage, Reflexology & Nutritional Advice
Offering treatments to help you restore health & well-being at a peaceful location in Kings Heath. In practice since 1992. Jane Munro www.janemunrotherapies.co.uk 0121 444 0803
Mrs BH Hill Chiropodist
Local chiropodist. Home visits available for the housebound. 129 Swanshurst Lane, Moseley, B13 0AS 0121 777 9440
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Claims Against Estates The case of Heather llott’s claim against her late mother’s estate has been widely reported. There has been much commentary about whether the law has been clarified for adult children who have been left out of a parent’s Will, following the ruling of the Supreme Court in March. Heather Ilott was left out of her estranged mother’s Will, who instead left her estate of approximately £500,000 to three animal charities that she had no connection with during her lifetime.
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left out of her estranged mother’s Will, who instead left her estate of approximately £500,000 to three animal charities that she had no connection with during her lifetime.”
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Judge who awarded Heather £50,000. On appeal the Court of Appeal gave Heather £143,000 to buy a house and a further £20,000. Now, 10 years after the case was originally heard, seven Supreme Court judges have reinstated the original award of £50,000. This case has not changed the law - it is not easier or harder to bring these sorts of claims following this ruling. If you are an adult child and you have been left out of your parent’s Will, our advice remains the same - seek specialist advice early on to establish whether your financial circumstances bring you within the range of awards a court is likely to make. The basic test is whether you can show what might be reasonably required for your ongoing maintenance. The court has a wide discretion, making these sorts of claims difficult to predict in terms of what award, if any, will be made. Equally, if you are thinking of disinheriting a child, do not be lulled into
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Heather brought a claim under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975. She argued that her mother’s Will failed to make adequate provision for her. The case was originally heard by a District
BUSINESS & FINANCE thinking that it is now easier to do this. Heather’s case does not mean that you can now leave your estate to whomever you choose, without fear of challenge. There are steps you can take to make it harder for a disinherited child to challenge your Will but you cannot prevent the prospect of it entirely. You should regularly review and update your Will to take account of the changing nature of family relationships and the financial circumstances of your children.
If you would like specialist advice, contact VWV’s Private Client Partner Rachael Armstrong on 0121 227 3726.
If you are thinking about disinheriting a child, even one that might be estranged, you should always take specialist advice. The cost of taking timely, measured and expert advice will be a fraction of the costs your estate will potentially face if it becomes embroiled in lengthy and costly litigation caused by a badly drafted Will, or a Will that fails to take account of changing family circumstances.
Veale Wasbrough Vizards Instruct specialist lawyers who offer a personal service to meet your needs • Wills & inheritance tax planning • Lasting Powers of Attorney • Estate administration • Challenges to Wills • Family, divorce & children • Conveyancing • Personal injury “Veale Wasbrough Vizards’ superb team has a real emphasis on client care.” Legal 500
For further details, please contact us on 0121 227 3700 or at rarmstrong@vwv.co.uk @VWVPrivClient
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Antique Valuations Biddle & Webb
Architect
Russell Hobbis Architects
Arts Centre
mac Birmingham
Bike Shop
Bike Pro Racing
Buildersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Merchants EH Smith
Building & Construction Alan Halford General Builder Facelift GB Ltd JMS Roofing & Building Zircon Design & Build
37 33 22 22 42 26 7 7 42
Care Services Information Adam Life
Carpentry & Joinery
Heritage Joinery & Maintenance Will Mockett Bespoke Furniture
Carpets & Flooring
Bham Carpet & Flooring Gallery
Caterer
B13 Bespoke Catering
Childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Activities
Ultimate Activity Camps Edgbaston Watersports Stagecoach Edgbaston King Edward Five Ways School
Chimney Sweep
Able Chimney Sweep
Chiropodist
The Chiropody Surgery
Cleaning & Ironing
48 26 7 39 36 18 14 14 44 41 46
Arden Ironing 7 Mopheads 33
Computer Support My IT Guy
Conservatories
Traditional Conservatories
Day Care Centre
The Robin Centre
Decorators
Knights Property Services
Electrician
Elec Services & Maintenance Robert Rampton Electrician
Entertainment
Moseley Folk Festival
Estate Agents
Rice Chamberlains LLP
Fashion
Designer Dress Agency
Fireplace Showroom MD Services
6 27 10 41 24 33
Healthcare Services H.E.A.R. Partners Ltd
Markets & Fairs
Moseley Arts Market
Opticians
Pabari Opticians Wythall Specsavers Kings Heath
Plasterer
R.Valentini
Property Maintenance
All Aspects Property Maintenance
Restaurant School
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Sheltered Housing
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Solicitor
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Stained Glass
Fine Art Glazing
Tree Surgeons
Oakwood Tree Care
Undertaker
A Natural Undertaking William H Painter
43 45 43 4
Gracewell Foster Trust
Glover Priest Solicitors Tyndallwoods Solicitors Veale Wasbrough Vizards
32 36 35
Daniels Bistro Where to eat Blue Coat School Edgbaston High School King Edward VI Camp Hill Schools
Betel UK Gardens & Treeworks 30 Changes UK 30 Dimension Driveway & Landscapes 30 Evans Landscapes 24 Garden page 31 Resin Drives 56 Blue
Andrew Riley Heating Plumbing & Gas 24 Attenborough Plumbing 24 DAF Plumbing & Heating 41 MG Heating 39 Steven R Barnes & Son 40
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Gardening & Landscaping
Handyman
Plumbing
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Wedding DJ & Lighting Hire
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Swan Publishing Sundown Events
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