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A ers Travell Tale

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his year we thought we'd do what a lot of other people have done for many years and go on one of the Baltic cruises and see some of the historic cities before they become indistinguishable from each other in the ever increasing drive towards global uniformity.

Previous cruises for us have always been to out of the way, often tiny, scenic places which insist that the ship be small - really small otherwise they can't get into the little coves, fjords and rivers. But this time, because we were going to large cities instead, we opted for a ship described as "small" but which still carried approximately 600 passengers - absolutely huge in comparison!

A definite bonus for us was that the cruise started and finished at Dover which meant that our journeys there and back were no more than 3 hours each way. And since we could park the car only yards from where the ship was berthed, this made things even easier.

Our first destination was Copenhagen.

Mercifully, the sea was very calm so there were no problems on that front (I'm not a good sailor!). At dinner in the restaurant on the first evening, we found ourselves with a group of four Canadians from Vancouver Island who all knew each other and we feared we might be "guinea pigs". But they immediately invited us into their world so it was all very friendly (and something of a relief!)

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fortnight we met all manner of interesting people from UK, America, Canada, Australia and many other parts of the world and what was so noticeable was the easy going attitude everywhere - most likely because this was an American ship.

But having said that, it was not a complete free for all where anything goes and I had to endure three Captain's Dinners where dress was very formal. Personally, I hate this sort of thing - but the ladies love it!

Arriving in Copenhagen, the weather was dull and overcast with a hint of rain. However, it cleared as we were taken on a coach trip around the city.

We were shown the Little Mermaid the emphasis is on Little! - and buildings of civic importance but I'm afraid the Danish capital didn't really set my juices racing. No doubt, it's my fault.

Other people found it fascinating.

On our return, we went for Afternoon Tea - a trip down Nostalgia Avenue with little fingers in the air, delicate sandwiches, tiny cakes, and scones with strawberry jam and cream. As Oscar Wilde once said "I can resist anything except temptaion" - and we found it very difficult not to succumb at these times.

In the evenings there was always a show of some sort given either by a troupe of singers and dancers (who were very slick and well rehearsed) or by solo performers. I was pleased to discover a little jazz duo who played until quite late each evening and caused me to lose a lot of sleep (why is it always assumed that jazz fans are insomniacs?!)

After Copenhagen, there followed

three places in quick succession :Klaipeda (in Lithuania), Riga (Latvia) and Tallinn (Estonia) - the so called Baltic States. Each one greeted us with absolutely wonderful weather with the blue skies and sunshine which lasted throughout the entire trip. We were so lucky.

Although Riga and Tallinn are capital cities, Klaipeda is simply a port on the Baltic. But it has a large central square where a local band in regional costume performed Lithuanian folk music. Very enjoyable. There were also lots of small stalls selling amber jewelry and hand made wooden toys.

I already knew that the Baltic region is where most amber originates but had always thought it to be purplish brown. But, in fact, it comes in all colours with the cream coloured variety (apparently) the more valuable. However, if an insect is trapped inside, this adds further value (amber is fossilised tree resin). Val bought a bracelet from a handsome and persuasive young man who spoke very good English!

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In essence, they - perhaps not surprising considering the founder of their Church - are far more sparse. One might say that Catholic cathedrals are dripping with elaborately decorated features whilst Anglican cathedrals are examples of soaring Gothic splendour. Lutheran cathedrals, in contrast, exude an elegant simplicity.

Riga, a former Hanseatic city, is also famous for its Art Nouveau area where many of the buildings (often foreign embassies) are splendidly embossed.

We eventually ricocheted to the particular area of town and were suitably impressed. But having got lost once or twice, our return to the ship became something of a stampede since we had to sail again in the early afternoon destined for Tallinn; where we arrived around 9.30 next morning.

Of all the Baltic states, Estonia is the "must see" one because of Tallinn - a definite honeypot. We joined a coach trip and went first to an open air amphitheatre where Estonians gather in vast numbers to sing their hearts out on special days. We were told about the history of the country - only fairly recently independent - and learnt that, like the other Baltic states, Estonia had been occupied by, and part of, just about every other power in the region at some time (especially Sweden and more latterly Russia).

The Estonian language is close to Finnish - which means that it's nothing like any other Baltic language, or German, or Russian, or Scandinavian.

How strange! There is also a large minority of Russian speakers and, reflecting this strong Russian presence, there is the Nevsky Cathedral; a kaleidoscope of icons and colour outdoing even the Catholics.

A walking tour around the Old Town - made difficult by the large cobblestones found in each of the Baltic states - showed many medieval buildings complete with sections of the original city walls and defensive towers. It's not surprising that Tallinn is regarded by many as the most interesting of these three countries - it certainly was with me.

Sadly, Tallinn had been another quick look since, once again, we sailed out in the late afternoon headed for what most people regarded as the highlight of the entire cruise, namely St Petersburg.

(To be continued)...

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It all stems from the fact eBay’s a mammoth marketplace with millions of goods and hordes of buyers competing for the same items. It’s all too easy to get sucked into bidding wars, with your finger quivering on the mouse, and then just overpaying at the last minute.

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Exploit Speiling Mistakes Typos and errors on eBay are incredibly common.

Of course, that means fewer people searching for things, so the prices you get are rock bottom. A host of mistake spotters, such as www.fatfingers.co.uk, www.goofbid.com and www.bargainchecker.com trawl eBay for all possible spelling mistake combinations which have lower prices. While we’re on it, if you’re selling remember to use spell check.

Find Collection Only Bargains Near You From designer sofas to skis and scooters, sellers often specify items are ‘collection only’. This means fewer competing bidders and serious local bargains.

You can’t yet search for this on eBay, but if you go to my eBay Local Deals Mapper tool www.moneysavingexpert.com/localebay it finds these bargains for you and maps how close they are. There’s also an Android and iPhone app version.

Results can be powerful, such as this from my site user Jen_Jen1985: “Had been looking for a double buggy, but most ended up selling for around £40.

I found one via the Local Deals tool and ended up winning it for £1.24!”

Bag No-Bid 99P Items Often sellers start auctions at 99p or less, hoping a tug of war will break out between buyers. Many items go unspotted and stay at these super-low prices. It’s possible to scour eBay just for these with 99p spotter www.lastminute-auction.com.

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You may think you will remember what you had in mind when next Spring comes around but you will thank yourself for this handy reminder. Now think of the colours you would like to see and research the plants to buy in the Spring or you can even buy the seeds now.

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Planning For Autumn Good planning and preparation can make this time of year a dramatic moment in the garden, but if you feel your outside space lacks autumn pizzazz, the work for next year’s spectacle begins right now.

You still have time to plant late flowering herbaceous perennials and hardy grasses, both of which have beautiful flowers in bloom right now, but aim to do this at the beginning of October. Experiment with vivid red Helenium such as 'Rubinzwerg' which look fantastic when planted in front of the biscuit coloured flower spikes of Calamagrostis 'Karl Foerster', or try the much lower, but no less dramatic double pink flowers of Colchicum 'Water lily' towards the front of the border.

I would challenge anyone who does not favour grasses to find another species which offers colour and texture to match this diverse range of plants. As I sit in the autumn garden right now, perched on a cold metal bench, I can admire the wonderful tall arching stems of Stipa gigantea swaying in the gentle breeze. Standing proud since July, this majestic grass will carry on performing until the heavy snow flattens the delicate oat-like flower spikes.

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As we progress further into the month, the bright yellows, oranges and reds synonymous with October, slowly deepen before fading to a muddy brown.

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It all began with Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae, a Canadian physician who fought in Flanders. In May 1915, his friend, a fellow soldier, was killed in action. Looking at the poppies growing alongside his grave moved McCrae to write the poem ‘In Flanders Fields’, which was later published in Punch magazine.

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Some people choose to wear a white poppy, either instead of or alongside a traditional red one. This symbolises pacifism and remembers the civilians killed in war, as well as the soldiers. The idea was initially put forward in 1926 by the No More War Movement, and the first white poppies were sold by the Cooperative Women’s Guild in 1933. They are now distributed by the Peace Pledge Union, a British pacifist non-governmental organisation that works for a world without war.

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It was ever thus, Look at all our past National financial calamities. It is the poorer members of the public who suffer, ask anyone who was around in the 1930's, maybe your grandparents were the ones who were promised 'A land fit for hero's to live in' found that they were forced to sell their furniture and other household goods

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Out&About

• Clubs • Groups • CLUB Events THE DUNSTABLE ORBIT • Community

“The more you put in, the more you get out” is certainly true for the members of Dunstable and District Orbit Club. Since its inception over 20 years ago, the club has raised thousands of pounds for local and national charities as quizzes, race nights, stalls HOMESTART for people who enjoy going outfrom but events freesuch daffodil bulbs are available to at they Carnivals Have you got just 2 to 3 hours to are on their own, where can etc. groups to plant now and provide a However, moreoftocolour Orbit than comradeship We each are anweek independent social club for ex-Rotarians and people, spare to support a local meet like-minded with a there is burst next the Spring.

Enquiries and teamwork organising- fundraising events. similarly minded and have in existence for programme young family who people are struggling to been varied monthly covering involved - MaryinChapman 01582 603710.

The emphasis is very much on having fun in all their nearly 3 years.

We are named ‘The Watling Street Club’ cope?

The charity Home-Start is Disco’s, Pub lunch’s, walks, parties activities including a wide range of social pursuits such as as our members form a link along the Watling Street. looking for caring parents and grandmuch, much more,archery, we meet DUNSTABLE DOWNSIDE WI 10-pin bowling, cinema/theatres, guided walks, We meet every Thursday evening at theand ‘Old Hunter’s twoplan evenings month on parents. training and is speaker. once a week in the front bar at the meals We progressive etc. meet The club eventsa to suit all Lodge’All Whipsnade for asupport meal and 2nd &are 4thfree Thursday given expenses It’s a For great street and North budgets manythe of them or at a at lowWatling cost.

Newand members are paid. welcome. more Conservative information Club, High Lower Sch. Bullpond Ln, at 7.30pm.

Membership is only £10 annually. way to gain new skills,01582 make friends contact John Stevens 668033 Dunstable Forfirst more contact Meetings are on the andinfo third Tuesdays of each and really make a difference to your For more information please contact Chris Brewin 01582 520361 month at the Dunstable Rugby Club, Bedford Road , community. D.A.W.G. SOCIAL CLUB Sandy on 07813 262556 13th June -”People I haveamet” Houghton Regis 8pm. You’ll be guaranteed warmReg We are a small and friendly Dunstable based social welcome.

Fossey Have you met anyone famous group meetingREGIS once aBOWLS month with a wide variety of HOUGHTON CLUB DUNSTABLE SENIOR CITIZENS Contact Mark on 01582 539379, 11th July - Wiltshire Farm Foods speakers Regis duringBowls the winter eventsage and Houghton Club and areoutdoorWhat would you like to live to?

Julie on 01582 535761 www.orbitclub.org.uk/dunstable visits during the summer. year we also arrange two demonstration and tasting holding an OPEN DAY on Each Sunday Would you like to live it with evenings a mealfrom and 11am professional entertainment.

5th May atwith our green Dignity, Financial peace of mind, DUNSTABLE BRIDGE CLUB We would welcome new members (couples and singles).

WATLING STREET CLUB till around 4pm the only criteria we Withnot a voice For is further information a free visit why contact We are(except an independent socialinclub We meet every Monday bank holidays) Chews need for people to wearand flat-soled We are a local group fighting the Brian on 01525 754189. for ex-Rotarians and similarly minded House in High Street South, Dunstable, from 1pm to shoes, all equipment and refreshfight for the over 50’s 5pm. We would welcome people and beenofinall existence new have members standards ments willDUNSTABLE be provided for our guest GARDEN CLUB in finding outand Interested more? for anearly 3 years. We are named you do not need partner. that want “to have a go”. There will ComeMonday to a meeting If anyone is interested call: 01582 664485 Garden Clubthere meetto onhelp the second ‘Theplease Watling Street Club’ as our beDunstable experienced bowlers We meet the last Thursday of each evening of each month at from 7.30pm members form a link along the Wawhere necessary.

All ages 12 at the Salvation Army Community Hall, Bull Pond Lane, Dunstable.

The Club month at 2pm tling Street.

We meet every Thursday BLOWS DOWNS CONSERVATION GROUP and abilities catered for at our pahas been in was existence for many years and evening at the ‘Old Hunter’s Lodge’ on In maintaining the Social club of The Catholic vilion which completed for the Join our friendly guided walk at blows downs dunstable a steady membership.

The subscription is only £10 per Whipsnade foraa short meal and speaker.

Church in West Street Dunstable 2009 Interested pleasetoring sunday July 3rd. the walk will be 2 miles but unduyearseason. which entitles members attend eight winter are we welcome.

For the Or call for more information lating, on at a leisurlyNew pace.members on the way talk about me Mary Comb 01582-518645 meetings with speakers and a selection of summer information contactnature John Steflora and fauna of more this wildlife trust owned reserve 01582 534357 outings from May onwards to various interesting and 01582 668033 which will include vens the area of the chalk pits where the wild THE DUNSTABLE ORBIT CLUB well-known garden venues. orchids should be in abundance.

DUNSTABLE CLUB “The moreare you putwelcome in, the more Visitors very at £2 each so why not come GARDEN the far end of Half moon LADIES lane , dunstable PRIORY GROUPat 3pm. you get and out”meet is certainly the Thiswould lovelylove summer hasMeet beenatenjoyed along some oftrue thefor members who Tel. further tonyisbliss 704664.

Autumn here01582 and the Priory Ladies members of Dunstable and District to see fresh faces. by members and friends onfor four en- details, Group is ready for the off Orbit Club. Since its inception over joyable and beautiful garden outings CHILTERN CEILIDHS Now, now did I hear you scoff!

20 years ago, the club has raised - with a visit to Waterperry Gardens Our programme is all printed out, Chiltern Ceilidhs - a for regular dance on the thousands of pounds localceilidh/barn and to come on 17th September.

Our 2nd Friday of thefrom month.

All such ages welcome, no experiSo please comeChurch along and try us out national charities events St Fremund’s Winter meetings commence on 9th required live stalls musicatfrom our house band We know we don’t scream and asence quizzes, raceand nights, September with the AGM, plant exevery month! open at shout, Westfield Road, Dunstable Carnivals etc. The dances start at 8pm (doors change and 7.30pm) there and tickets areto£7 (£5 conc) with under 10srefreshments. In October But this is what it is all about However, is more Orbit the illustrated talk is ‘A Collection of getting in free.

Venue: The Polish Club, Albion street, A speaker comes to talk to us on difthan the comradeship Dunstable, LU6 3AZ and teamwork Iris’ and in November ‘Alpines and ferent subjects. involved organising fundraising Contact:in01582 475655, Troughs’. All meetings are About places, people and their varievents.

The emphasis is very much orAlpine email: chilternceilidhs@googlmail.com visit our held on 2nd Monday of the month in ous aspects onwebsite: having www.chilternceilidhs.info fun in all their activities We also undertake a few trips out. including a wide range of social pur- the Salvation Army Hall, Bull Pond THE 10-pin BOGTROTTERS suits such as archery, bowling, Lane, Dunstable and start at 7.30 pm. Ladies this you will enjoy I have no doubt Visitorsand welcome the Mrs Nicola Talbot cinema/theatres, guided walks, The Bogtrotters (Dunstable and District Walking Hos- at £2 - to joinContact: A warm welcome you will be sure, annualhikers fee isand £10. progressive meals The club plan90 walkers, telling Group) areetc. a group of about 01582604847 We hope we will never bore events to suitWe all run budgets and many of range Someofmembers hostellers. a surprisingly diverse activities,have been actively Tea and coffee will be served. admin@dunstableswimmingpools.co.uk them are free a low in Bloom’ including half or andatfull day cost. walks,Memhostellingsupporting trips, meals‘Dunstable and A place at our table we have reserved bership only £10 annually. helping to plant and maintain the eveningisactivities.

Our meetings until Christmas are:Meetings are onare thealways first and third Prospective New members welcome. members new Physic Garden in Priory Gar9th October – Gardening with Wild Tuesdays ofto each month are invited get in touchatviathe the website, dens; give usthe a ring or ‘Incredible Edible’ project Dunstable Rugby Bedford just turn up to an Club, event or walk. Road at Katherine Drive where a neglected Life 23rd October- Fish & Ships , Houghton Regis 8pm. You’ll be enquiries@dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk area is now full of raised vegetable 6th November - Afternoon Tea at guaranteed a warm welcome. www.dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk beds to be enjoyed by the local com- Dobbies Garden Centre Contact Mark onSue 01582 539379, 01582 865966 or Julian munity.

The Club is also donating 27th November - Nursing Training in or Julie on 01582 535761 one year’s free membership to the the 1950s www.orbitclub.org.uk/dunstable winners of Best Front Garden; Best For further information please teL: Allotment; Best Hanging baskets - re- Monica 01582 667030 or BREAKOUT SOCIAL CLUB Barbara 01582 606300 We are a club for the over forty fives, sults to be announced in September.

To follow the wonderful display of not a singles club but a social club flowers in Dunstable this summer,

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LANGDALE CHURCH ‘HATTERS TEA’- informal neighbourhood group meets monthly on a Wednesday pm. Free tea/coffee & home-made cakes, quiz and raffle.

Friends and Neighbours- monthly on a Thursday pm. Speakers and free tea/coffee. At Langdale Church.

Other groups- table tennis, walking group and drawing for beginners Make the most of our community activities and meet new people in our community.

Tel Colin, Community Worker 01582602980 1ST TOTTERNHOE BROWNIES

Jumble sale

26th October 10am – 1pMK The Methodist Church Dunstable Town Centre You can also join our small Brownie Pack ‘only down the hill to Totternhoe’ If you are interested come along for an evening and find out how much fun you can have. Spaces available Tuesday Evening ‘s term time 6.00pm – 7.30pm Ages 7 – 10 Tel: Zoe Hurry01582 666942

CHILTERN GATEWAY CENTRE 50 things Activities

6th October & 3rd November 2pm - 3pm FREE EVENT Bring the kids and join us on the first Sunday of the month get involve with National Trusts 50 thing to do before your 11 and ¾.

Each Sunday you’ll get to cross another fantastic activity off you list and get outdoors and discover something new! We’ll be taking the kids to explore outdoors so remember to dress for the weather.

Halloween Happenings

28th October - 29th October 12pm - 2pm All Tickets £2.00 Halloween Family Fun at the Chilterns Gateway Centre.

Come along and join in the fun.

Make a spooky mask, creepy spider or witches hat and much more. Give apple bobbing a try or if you dare try out our feely boxes.

For Information: Chilterns Gateway Centre Shop, 01582 500925,

THE BOGTROTTERS The Bogtrotters (Dunstable and District Walking and Hostelling Group) are a group of about 90 walkers, hikers and hostellers. We run a surprisingly diverse range of

activities, including half and full day walks, hostelling trips, meals and evening activities.

New members are always welcome.

Prospective members are invited to get in touch via the website, give us a ring or just turn up to an event or walk.

Enquiries@dunstablebogtrotters. co.uk www.dunstablebogtrotters.co.uk 01582 865966 Sue or Julian TEA TIME TALES Priory House Heritage Centre Tel: 01582 890270 Local History Talks with Tea/Coffee Thursday 2.30pm, - 4.00pm £4.50 per person October 3rd Rembrandt, The man and his art October 17th Jane Austin - 200 years since the publication of Pride and Prejudice November 7th ‘Clothed with the sun - Joanna Southcott, Religious Prophetess.

November 21st A Walk through Dunstable Priory THE HEALING TRUST Ardley Hill School, Lowther Rd, Each Thursday evening 7.30 - 9pm.

No charge, donations accepted.

NFSH contact Pam Hill on 01582 606182 Come for interest or healing.

DUNSTABLE WI Dunstable WI meet two evenings a month on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays at Watling Lower School Bullpond Lane at 7.0pm. We are friendly group and like to enjoy ourselves.

We have a wide range of speakers with different talents and crafts, and also Quiz nights to test our brains.

We welcome new members so join us and make new friends October 10th - Aromatherapy – Maggie Liens October 24th - Custody Visiting – Nick Hill November 14th - Floral Display – Christine Gresham November 28th - Draw of Raffle for more info tel; Chris Brewin 01582 520361 Chairperson KINGSBURY BOWLS CLUB is a small friendly club situated in east Dunstable under the shadow of

Blows Downs.

The Green is open to the public from Wednesday to Friday until September, 2-00pm to 4-00pm and 6-00pm to Dusk – at a reasonable fee. Come and try a new sport – the only dress requirement is flat-soled footwear. Bowls and all other equipment is available at the Green. www.kingsburybowls.weebly.com BREATHEASY Do you suffer from a lung condition?

Then why not come and join our local Support group - breatheasy Part of the British lung foundation.

We meet on the 2nd Thursday of the month at peter newton pavilion (Behind tesco) 2 - 4pm carers also welcome As well as supporting each other we have a variety of speakers and also arrange day trips out.

New members most welcome More info phone michael on 01582 602348 FRIENDS OF STUDHAM COMMON We are a friendly,voluntary group whose aim is to conserve,maintain and promote Studham Common as a haven for wildlife and a place for everyone to enjoy.For this purpose we meet as a work party on the third Saturday of each month (except Dec.) The work is not onerous and we enjoy the exercise and the good company –and a picnic lunch is provided! Details from Pam on 01582 872608 pamrumfitt@btinternet.com DUNSTABLE PROBUS CLUB Dunstable PROBUS Club meets on the second Monday of the month and membership is open to retired or semi-retired professional and business men. The Club’s main object is the promotion of good fellowship. Members enjoy a variety of social activities and organized visits throughout the year and at their regular monthly meetings they are entertained by after-lunch speakers.

If you are interested in joining the Club, please contact the Secretary on 01582 653732 DUNSTABLE BRIDGE CLUB We meet every Monday (except bank holidays) in Chews House in High Street South, Dunstable, from 1pm to 5pm. We would welcome new members of all standards and you do not need a partner.

If anyone is interested please call: 01582 664485

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