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Well would you believe it...... it’s nearly THAT time of year again!! My mostest and favouritist time of the year, and not for the usual expectation of presents; cos that’s what you were all thinking I’m sure. It’s all about the food of course!!! What better time to eat till you pop and have to roll round on the floor to check you haven’t missed a Hero in amongst all the wrappings. Rubbish on the telly and the usually repeats, every new game out, toys stroon all over...... utter chaos and I absolutely love it beyond belief!!! This year will be very different as we have no house, we are planning to camp out in our building site Christmas Eve with a fire, Chinese and a bottle of bubbles. I have explained to the in-laws that we will be back for a warm up early hours as it’s ice cold in the house with no heating, as you can imagine - but so looking forward to it. Then it’s fillet steak for dinner, (non of that dry, boring turkey nonsense). Finally.....time to open the pressies that were dropped off by the big man himself, then snuggle up on the sofa with the chocolates, wine and the tv remote, falling asleep watching the twinkles on the real tree. ABSOLUTE HEAVEN!!! Then Boxing Day is the 2nd Christmas Day, only this day is even madder “up north”. We are off to Chez-Vegas for a few days where all the Charlesworth’s get together. Its loud, frantic and you have to keep your wits about you and lookout for incoming balls of coloured paper covered treat missiles. Gifts get launched from one end of the house to the other, and if you don’t have the tuned hearing of a bat to pick up the faint sounds of your name being yelled above the noise, you get them in the side of the head if you’re not careful, and an “I love chocolate” cook book really Introducing the Team Head Honcho Heidi Semple heidi@scenepublishing.co.uk This month I have mostly been Spending time in Bournemouth... Numbers And Words Naomi Hand naomi@scenepublishing.co.uk This month I have mostly been Knitting….it’s so ‘now’ darling
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hurts!!! Lol. More food, more wine, more chocolates, a walk round the block for the dogs to make room for more food, wine and chocolates. We’ll have an extra person to buy for this year as it’s the nephews first Christmas. Now Christmas news from the land of City in this Chirstmas overload issue, we have an eight page Christmas Special with loads of fashion, gift ideas, Christmas quiz, amazing cocktails and a fab-u-lous recipe from The White Hart @ Ufford. It is really scrummy, I have tried and tested this Christmas pudding and it’s easy to do. Hope you all have an absolute tip top proper Christmas and fab New Year!!
From all of us here at Scene HQ! XXX
The Large Cog Charlotte Charlesworth Charlotte@scenepublishing.co.uk This month I have mostly been Eating dust to get into my Xmas outfit
Pretty Pictures Duncan Milne www.greycoffee.co.uk This month I have mostly been Working nights and days...
Latest Recruit Daniel Wiesner - Papp Daniel@scenepublishing.co.uk This month I have mostly been Lusting after Ellie Goulding look-a-like
Contributors Megan Templeman Charlotte Chorley Tim Barnes Clay
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Recyle a Cycle
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Christmas Quiz
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Cats Protection League
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Christmas Cocktails
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Christmas Gifts
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CAB Christmas Tips
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Christmas Fashion
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Create a Forest
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Christmas Pud Recipe
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Stanground Skate Park
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Christmas around the World
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Ofsted Success
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Police award
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Reviews
Local Numbers
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Our Books
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Local Websites
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Seat Supra R
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Best Beauty Buys
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4 pages full of Christmas What’s On
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Lose pounds this Christmas
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Beauty tips
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Peterborough FM
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Travel
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Sport
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Semples Footie update
Teen Scene
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Family Scene
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POSH & Phantoms December Fixtures
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RECYCLE A CYCLE FOR CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS GIFT Residents who have unwanted bicycles in their shed are being urged to help Santa Claus this Christmas by donating them so they can be given to children as part of a recycling project being run by Peterborough City Council’s Chestnuts Playcentre.
A group of young people from Park Farm, Stanground, gave up their time to help support Cats Protection at St Mary’s Church, Eastfield, Peterborough on Saturday 30 October 2010. The event was part of the national Make a Difference Day. The young people helped to raise £639. Pictured with Cats Protection volunteers are young people (l-r) Oyeyemi Taiwo (13), Kiran Phagoora (14) and Harriet Smith (14).
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Staff at the Norman Road playcentre in Eastfield, Peterborough, are encouraging residents to donate unused children’s cycles that can be restored and given to children as a gift this Christmas. The Recycle a Cycle initiative follows last year’s successful appeal where eleven children received an early Christmas present thanks to the generosity of residents. Unwanted cycles should be taken to the On Yer Bike shop at 541 Lincoln Road, Millfield, Peterborough. Children chosen by the playcentre will collect the restored cycle from the shop before Christmas.
Peterborough FM 87.7 One Station: Many Communities Peterborough FM is a not for profit community radio station for the Greater Peterborough area. Its purpose is for social gain and community cohesion as well as information and entertainment, reflecting all of Peterborough’s diverse communities, and giving everybody the chance to get their voice heard. The project has been running since 2007 and has so far been broadcast over the internet involving more than 200 volunteers and ran 28 days Restricted Service Licensing (RSL) in the summer 2010. The project hopes that the Office of Communication (Ofcom) will open a third round for Community Radio licence and invite application, by the end of this year. In the meantime the station is open again until 17th December. The project is supported by the Big Lottery Fund Reaching Communities Programme, the Lloydstsb Foundation for England and Wales and the BBC Children In Need Appeal. Peterborough FM provides skills development and volunteering opportunities for all. Thanks to free radio training sessions organised volunteers can learn radio skills (presenting, recording techniques, driving the studio desk) and be able to put on air their own show.
Education and Training Peterborough FM has been delivering training since the project began in 2007, and currently offers a “basic” 15 hours training programme. Completion of this training is compulsory for all new volunteers wishing to present on-air. Additionally, Peterborough FM continues to offer a programme of “continuing development” to those volunteers who have completed the basic course. This is demand-based, and is tailored to the needs of those volunteers taking advantage of it. Previously, topics covered have included aspects of ICT; feature / documentary skills; studio management; train-the-trainer; and disability and cultural awareness. Peterborough FM has had previous success in delivering “taster” training sessions to school pupils and young people groups in a Peterborough Young People Radio project funded by the Greater Peterborough Partnership (GPP) which led to the support of the BBC Children In Need Appeal for the next three years. Young People Radio is a project that gives people aged between 13 and 18 years old the opportunity to broadcast their own show.
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If money is really tight this year and you’re worried about Christmas coming up, here are some tips from the Citizens Advice Bureau in Peterborough.
New project will create a Forest for Peterborough... Peterborough’s green charity, Peterborough Environment City Trust (PECT) is working in partnership with a number of city organisations to create a forest for Peterborough.
Christmas is a time of giving, but you don’t want to give yourself a headache in the New Year with bills and debts you can’t afford. Follow these top tips for avoiding a Christmas debt hangover: Plan early for Christmas Be realistic and budget accordingly. Work out how much you are going to spend on each
TV personality, radio presenter, and tree lover Clive Anderson has lent his support to the project by helping to kick start it with a big launch that was held in November. The project provides a welcome boost to Peterborough’s Environment Capital aspirations and will increase biodiversity in the city. The Forest for Peterborough won’t create a single woodland in one set place, but will increase tree coverage in different areas all over the city.
person – and stick to it. Don’t forget the everyday bills Remember that rent, the mortgage, utility bills, food bills and other existing debts still have to be paid – and the consequences can be severe if they’re not. Don’t bank on an overdraft If you do need more money, don’t just run up an overdraft without talking to your bank first – it will work out much more expensive. If you can afford to pay for your goods outright by cash, cheque, or debit card, don’t be persuaded to take out extended credit agreements unless they really do work out cheaper. Shop around Try as many different places as possible to find the best price. Be wary of extended warranties: the cost of a repair can be less than the cost of the warranty. Read the small print Check for hidden extras in any credit agreement. Work out the total amount payable. Ensure the monthly instalments are within your budget before signing. Interest free credit can seem attractive, but if you don’t pay on time, or miss a payment, you could have to pay a lot more.
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Hugh Cripps, Chief Executive of PECT explains, “This project will certainly increase the number of trees planted in Peterborough. But it’s also about more than just trees – we want to increase the range of habitats in the city such as grassland and hedgerow as well as woodland. We want to create green corridors throughout Peterborough to allow our wildlife to flourish. “The final number of trees to be planted depends on the amount of funds we are able to raise. But we are talking about thousands of trees and a project with a big impact for the city. We have a long-term vision for this project spanning 15 years and beyond.” “Local schools and community groups will be involved with the project because we want to help people learn about the importance of both biodiversity and how they can develop and protect
it, as well as the important heritage role forest have played through the centuries and their relevance today.” The project has received support from many local and national organisations. Local company Utility Aid is offering businesses in Peterborough a free energy audit to cut their fuel bills and asking businesses to donate a proportion of the money saved to plant trees. If you want to support the Forest for Peterborough text the word ‘wood’ to 70300 and donate £3 towards the project. There are also opportunities to help plant the trees, contact PECT on 01733 866431
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Double Ofsted success in the City Westwood and Ravensthorpe Children’s Centre
Westwood and Ravensthorpe Children’s Centre has become the first children’s centre in Peterborough to be inspected by Ofsted and was graded good overall.
STANGROUND SKATE PARK OPENS A skate park has officially been opened on land behind Stanground Community Centre, driven by young people from two groups in
Inspectors visited the children’s centre in October and found it to be well-regarded and forward thinking, providing a range of good quality services for families.
Stanground. Local students were interviewed to find out what they wanted the skate park to look like. Their ideas were then used in the design of the skate park. The Peterborough office of the Alzheimer’s Society has moved into new premises. Located now off Vicarage Farm Road, the staff and volunteers continue to offer support, advice and information for people with dementia, their carers and families. Alzheimer’s Society, Unit 8 Flag Business Exchange,Vicarage Farm Road, Peterborough PE1 5TX Tel: 01733 893853 Email: peterborough@alzheimers.org.uk
PCSO Receives Award A PCSO has received an award for helping to tackle problems in an area of Peterborough. Ronnie Durrell received the Excellence Award for his work in West ward for among other things, working with local residents, schools and police in tackling anti-social behaviour at The Grange, off Mayor’s Walk.
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Westwood and Ravensthorpe Children’s Centre offers services at two sites; Ravensthorpe Primary School and Highlees Primary School. It is run by registered charity Family Care on behalf of the city council. Ken Stimpson Community School Ken Stimpson Community School has been praised by Ofsted for its rapid improvement, its many good features and the great strides it has made since its last inspection. The school’s capacity for sustained improvement, the extent to which pupils feel safe, their behaviour, the way pupils adopt healthy lifestyles, and their contribution to the school and wider community were praised as good. Also rated good were pupils’ development of workplace skills, the way the curriculum meets their needs, the care, guidance and support pupils receive and leadership and management. The effectiveness of the governing body in challenging and supporting the school is outstanding.
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Hi Beauties, wow December is here already, Xmas is my favourite time of year, especially because of all the new beauty products on the shelves, oh and presents! Here are my top tips…
Luxury Xmas beauty splurge! I am a huge fan of the Christian Dior collectable beauty charms and palettes, so I was thrilled to see that this Christmas they will be launching this beautiful palm sized make-up replica of Dior’s much coveted clutch bag- the Minaudiere. This palette features a combination of eye shadows and lip glosses, creating the perfect smokey eye and nude lip combo. This dressing-table showstopper will hit stores this month retailing at £59. I can’t wait!
Star Xmas beauty gifts!
O.P.I Princess Mini’s Forget Rapunzel and Cinderella, there’s a new princess on the block – you! OPI Princess Minis feature three pretty pastels and a handy RapiDry Top Coat that’ll keep your nails looking princessperfect for even longer. Shades come in Bubble Bath, Alpine Snow & Pink-ing Of You. Available from ASOS for a bargain £12.15.
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The Body Shop Stuck for Xmas prezzie ideas??? Get yourself down to The Body Shop your find something from everyone, from your gran to your trendy little brother and they even have a new range of baby products! My favourite product is a special-edition Sparkler Atomiser it releases a fine lightly scented shimmery powder to highlight the face, body and hair. It would make a fab present for the girls. RRP £10
MAC To celebrate the holidays MAC are telling a slightly twisted Tartan Tale, in all its posh, punk, ancestral, anarchic, nobl and naughty glory. Royal and raunchy, colours and patterns collide, fantasies come true, punk fairies take flight with enchanted new looks. Be transformed! My favourites out of the collection are the Glamora Castle eye shadow and the lip, eye and nail seasonal sets.
As seen on TV this month! Fans of the hilarious ITV2’s The Only Way Is Essex reality show would have seen Amy & Sam going to their local beauty salon for a Garra Rufa fish (aka - DR Fish) spa pool treatment. The fish live in the spa pool where they feed on the skin, they only consume the affected and dead areas, leaving the healthy skin to grow. I’ve even seen mini pedicure versions of this treatment popping up in shopping centres. Google it online to find where you can try this new craze! Full body treatments start at £65 whilst pedicures are a mere £15 for 20 minutes. I hope Santa brings you lots of beauty gifts in your stocking! Have a beautlicious Xmas! Add me on my Facebook page: www.facebook.com/BeautyBarbiePeterborough Be the beauty you are….
BB xxx
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Saving Pounds at Christmas If you have lost weight during the past year, you will probably not want to undo all your hard work and put it back on again during the festive season. Eating and drinking with friends and family are an important part of Christmas and you don’t want to be a ‘diet bore’. The first thing to remember is that any fat gained during a few days of over indulgence will be ‘soft’ fat and easier to get off again than the hard, compacted fat that has been on your body for years. When it comes to food shopping, plan your meals and buy what you need, plus a little extra (for unexpected guests) that can be frozen. Most people buy too much at this time of year and you want to avoid waste that ends up on your waist! Get a few healthy nibbles that the whole family can enjoy. Stick strictly to your diet for as long as possible – up to Christmas Eve if you can. Enjoy your special meals on Christmas Day and Boxing Day and then try to resume healthy eating until any special events for the New Year. Don’t starve yourself in advance of your main meals, as this will slow down your metabolism and affect blood sugar levels. Have some breakfast, and maybe a starter of grapefruit, melon or clear soup at your main meal. Eat slowly, so that your body recognises when it is full. Although having serving dishes on the table is more elegant, if you dish up in the kitchen, you will avoid the temptation of second helpings that you don’t really need. If you have your main meal at lunchtime, why not have a break after the main course and go for a long walk before it gets dark. This will also help young children let off steam and prevent them getting restless at the table. Make sure you clear away leftovers to prevent nibbling. We have a tradition of ‘waste not want not’ when it comes to food; most children are encouraged to clear their plate – ‘think of all the children starving in Africa’ or ‘there won’t be any pudding if you don’t eat your first course’. This is laudable in many ways, but it destroys our natural instinct to stop eating when we have had enough. Finally, at the end of each day, make sure you store away the children’s selection boxes, so you won’t be tempted to help yourself!
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Top tips from tranquility health and
than you actually are, which is not what anybody
beauty:
wants.
Skin brush morning and night for 5 minutes! This will increase your circulation and
Never fall asleep with your make up on! Your cell regeneration speeds up at night.
exfoliate your skin making it appear brighter and feel smoother. Use light sweeping motions towards the heart for best results.
When testing and choosing foundations, test on your neck or chin, not the back of your hand. Your hands are a completely different colour to
Don’t use face wipes! Using a face wipe can
your face.
cause the skin to age dramatically especially around the eye area. The way you use them to
Exfoliate the day before your waxing
scrub at your face to remove your make up pulls
appointment or shaving your legs. This will lift any
the skin too much and around the eye area can
hairs which are ingrown or are just sitting under
cause broken capillaries if too much pressure is
the surface of the skin.
applied. Steer clear of products that contain mineral Use an eye cream if nothing else! Eyes are the
oil. This is in a lot of products and even more so
biggest giveaway when it comes to telling your
in make up. It will clog your pores leaving your
age, and they can often make you appear older
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HOW MUCH WILL YOUR NEXT ROUND COST YOU? On average 100,000 motorists across the country
A drink driving conviction has the potential to
are arrested for drink driving every year.
ruin someone’s life with a mixture of legal and
Driving at twice the legal alcohol limit will mean
personal consequences, including at least a 12-
you are at least 30 times more likely to cause
month driving ban, criminal record, hefty fine and
a road accident than a driver who hasn’t been
possible lifestyle changes. Remember don’t rush
drinking. You may think you’re in control but the
to get behind the wheel the morning after.You
effects of any alcohol on your driving can include
may feel fine but you could still be over the legal
slower reactions, reduced field of vision, poorer
alcohol limit or unfit to drive. A cold shower, a
judgement of speed and distance and
cup of coffee or any of the other myths about
overconfidence and increased risk taking.
‘sobering up’ will not make people fit to drive
Each person’s tolerance to alcohol depends on
any quicker. SaferPeterborough Partnership road
a range of factors including weight, gender, age,
safety team 01733 453576 or
metabolism, whether you have eaten recently and
visit www.saferpeterborough.org.uk
the amount of alcohol. The only safe option is not to drink alcohol if you plan to drive, or book a taxi.
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The Caribbean – Idyllic gems in the sun!! The Caribbean is an archipelago of more than 7,000
sea from your own. However, each Caribbean Island
islands, islets, reefs, and cays, scattered like bright,
has its own individual history, culture and flavour.
sun-drenched jewels in the Caribbean Sea. There are destinations to suit couples, groups and Clichés about the Caribbean abound, and they are
families and there is plenty to do, from trying out
all true.These islands really are picture perfect with
water sports to relaxing on beaches, and from
palm-backed white beaches, crystal clear azure
climbing volcanic peaks to wildlife watching in
waters and year round sunshine. What’s more, the
the jungle. Some islands reveal French influence,
people are friendly and welcoming and the pace
others Latin, Dutch or English. Want lively and
of life is laid-back and relaxed. And, whether your
well developed sophistication? Or perhaps you
heaven is five-star nothing with ice in a deckchair,
would rather be immersed in a strong, traditional
full-on adventure in the jungle or somewhere in
culture of music and dance? Whether you want
between, you’re looking at the right destination.
sport, sailing, nature, scuba diving, culture, lush mountains, amazing wildlife or simply a pristine
The Caribbean Islands are scattered in volcanic arcs (island chains): the Greater Antilles, Lesser Antilles (including the Leeward Antilles) and the Bahamas. You can generally see neighbouring islands over the
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beach, you’ll find it in the Caribbean sunshine.
Honeymooners have long found the Caribbean the perfect destination for them, mixing romance and beautiful beaches with activity. The islands also continue to grow in popularity with those seeking an idyllic venue where they can tie the knot with a quality wedding in the Caribbean (with the honeymoon obviously included) often working out to be far cheaper than a UK wedding. Accommodation options are also varied across the islands with some islands offering more sophistication than others. The main / larger islands in the Caribbean, such as Barbados, St Lucia, Jamaica and Antigua, provide the whole spectrum of accommodation to suit all tastes and budgets. Choose from world-class resorts offering a whole host of activities, boutique hotels perfect for romance, family orientated resorts with kid’s clubs etc, exclusive bolt-holes and self-catered luxury villas (although chefs can be supplied if required!!) Many of the resorts offer the opportunity to go “all-inclusive” which helps with budgeting, whilst some are simply on a bed & breakfast basis to allow for exploration of the islands cuisine. Whatever you crave from a holiday, the Caribbean is likely to have it all and more! Inspirational Travel are experts in the provision of tailor-made holidays to the Caribbean and will be happy to discuss your ideal itinerary with you to create your dream holiday.
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Answers
Cracking Christmas Cocktails Champagne Cobbler 1/2 tsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp curaรงao, thin slice of orange, chilled champagne Fill a large goblet half full of cracked ice. Add lemon juice, curaรงao, and orange slice. Stir and fill glass with champagne or sparkling wine. Stir again gently.
Between the Sheets Everybody loves oranges, satsumas and tangerines at Christmas, so this cocktail will be a sure-fire hit. 1 part cointreau or grand marnier 1 part brandy | 1 part rum 2 parts freshly squeezed lime juice Mix the above ingredients together and serve in a martini glass. Decorate with a twist of lime or orange peel and drop a few tangerine segments into the glass.
Chanel No. 6 Pour 1 ounce vodka, 1
Morning Glory Fill Collins glass with ice
(American Bar, The Savoy, London)
ounce Chambord, and 1 ounce
chunks, pour 1/2 ounce
chilled pineapple juice into a
Cointreau, 1/4 ounce cherry
ounce Midori, 1/3 ounce
champagne glass. Top with
brandy, and a dash of Angostura
Limoncello, 1-2/3 ounces mango
well-chilled champagne. Add a
bitters. Add orange/pineapple
juice.Pour into glass frosted with
fresh raspberry.
slices. Fill with champagne or
sugar, and top with champagne.
sparkling wine.
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Shake 2/3 ounce gin, 2/3
Christmas Champagne Cocktail 3/5th glass of chilled brut champagne or Spanish cava or Australian sparkling wine 1/5th glass cointreau 1/5th glass Absolut mandarin vodka | 1 sugar lump Mix all the ingredients together. Serve in a champagne flute and decorate with either a slice of orange or a few segments of tangerine.
Kir Royale Pour iced champagne or sparkling
Holly-tini
wine into a large chilled wine glass, add
A festively coloured green version of the famous cocktail. 2 parts vodka or gin | 1 part dry martini | ½ part crème de menthe Either mix in a cocktail shaker with ice or simply serve on ice in a
1/2 ounce of crème de cassis, and stir gently. Garnish with a twist of lemon peel.
martini glass.
Cranberry Cheerer This Christmas version of a
Santa’s Cointreau Spritzer
Seabreeze always goes down well.
This cocktail is an unusual variation on a standard spritzer
1 part vodka
3 parts dry white wine | 1 part cointreau | soda water Mix everything together, decorate with a twist of orange peel and a stick of celery.
1 part cranberry juice 1 part blood red orange juice Mix the ingredients together and serve in a tall glass on ice. Decorate
Snowball
with a wedge of lime.
Advocaat is enjoying something of a revival at the moment. To make this drink look even more festive, dip the rim of the glass (any glass will do, but a champagne saucer looks particularly good) in freshly squeezed lime juice. Then place it, rim down, into a bowl of sugar. 1 part chilled advocaat | 2 parts chilled lemonade | ½ lime, squeezed, sugar to decorate the glass Mix the ingredients together and serve with a slice of lime and a cherry.
Bloody Brain 0.5 part Irish Cream 1 part Peach Schnapps 5 Drops of Grenadine Pour Peach Schnapps into a shooter glass, Layer the Irish Cream gentle on top. Add the grenadine drops drop by drop to form the bloody brain at the bottom. Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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Marmite Sandwich Box Hawkins Bazaar, Bridge Street, Peterborough
Miaow Shoulder Bag Plum £79.99 - Reba.
New Apple iPod Nano 8GB £115 M&S
Stylish Cushion - £4.99 H&M www.hm.co.uk
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union jack bag £38.00 accessorize
Awakened RRP £12.99 waterstones Christmas Stocking Fillers From
Lush Winter Garden £29.95 this is a shower hatbox full of wintery delights
Lush Christmas Cracker £6.50 Sparks will fly in the bath tub with this christmas gift
Lush Snow Fairy £9.95 A global best seller, last year 90,000 of them flew off the shelf.
Lush Christmas Star £19.95 Seeing as its been such a good seller we thought it deserved a gold star.
Lush Christmas Candy Box £19.95 A Lush favourite with a new look this year.
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Indulge yourself this winter with the perfect Christmas outfit Christmas is coming! And among all the present buying, cake making and tree decorating, it is imperative that you find yourself that perfect Christmas outfit to wear for your work meals, nights out and family lunch. Of course, this is the time of the year when naughty indulgences are permitted and waistbands tend to get a little bit larger, so, you’ll want clothes that hide all the lumps and bumps accumulated over the forthcoming weeks and still keep you looking the belle of the ball. It’s important to mix and match with outfits as one may not be suitable for all the events that accompany the Christmas season but, with an eye on the money that will probably be spent on lovely gifts for your friends and family, it’s also necessary to only buy the essentials; therefore, many parts of the outfits described here may already be lurking in your wardrobe and will save all that cash for other aspects of Christmas.
For the traditional lunch with the family a satin pussy
bow blouse is key: the blouse is a key statement piece for the Autumn/Winter collections this season with designers such as DKNY, Prada and Ralph Lauren all producing their versions of the top. For the boyish-figure, a blouse with billowing sleeves and frilly bow around the neck will add both femininity and curves to the figure, whilst a patterned chiffon with empire neckline is great for the larger lady as it disguises and draws attention away from the stomach and up towards the face; stick with neutral tones and only add colour as an accent to the rest of the outfit. During the day, a statement piece of knitwear is an excellent way of tapping into another of this season’s top trends.
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For Christmas drinks with the friends, a sequin shift dress worn over a black polo neck is ideal,
because it’s comfortable and bang-on-trend. A night on the town is the look that requires the most amount of preparation, but it also offers the most opportunity to have fun and play around. If you’re older, aim for a dress that sits just below the knee or, for the younger, then above the knee is girly and flirty; for the larger woman then padded shoulders will even out the silhouette but if you’ve got the slimmer shape, then a figure-hugging body-con dress will really flatter your figure. When you’ve got your statement dress sorted, team with clear or opaque tights (it’ll be freezing) and wear with black or cream heels – as for accessories, load them on but focus on one area, so either pile on the necklaces or concentrate on the hands with cocktail rings and gem-encrusted bracelets. So, with the countless parties, meals and night-outs coming up this winter, you’re guaranteed to look fabulous and have all eyes on you; indulge yourself with the perfect outfit and make sure you have a truly merry Christmas. Charlotte Chorley Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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Alan’s Nan’s Christmas pudding from The White Hart @ Ufford
4 oz fine breadcrumbs 8 oz of self-raising flour 4 beaten eggs 8oz of suet 8oz of light brown sugar 1 grated carrot 8oz of grated apple
4oz of chopped almonds 8oz of currant 4 oz of chopped apricots 8oz of sultanas 16oz of raisins Grated rind and juice of 1 lemon and one orange
½ a pint of strong beer or stout ½ a pint of barley wine 2 tsp of golden syrup 2 tsp of mixed spice 2 tsp of cinnamon 2 tsp of nutmeg
1. Soak all of the dried fruits in the liquor and fruit juice, cover with a tea towel and leave to soak in a cool dark place over night. 2. Into that, add the rest of the ingredients. Mix well. Chef tips: the best-mixing tools, I find, are your hands! Don’t be afraid, get right down to the bottom of the mixture and turn it though plenty. Don’t forget to make your Christmas wish while your mixing!!! 3. Turn all the mixture out into a large pudding bowl, alternately you can make small individual ones but this will alter the cooking time. 4. Cover the top of the pudding in a greaseproof paper and muslin tied round the top. If you don’t have any muslin you could use an old clean tea towel or a pillowcase. Leave the mixture overnight to rest and all the lovely Christmas flavours to become good friends. 5. Place the pudding in a large saucepan and fill nearly to the top of the pudding bowl with water and cook on a low heat (gas mark 2) for about 12 hours. Smaller pudding will need less time. To check the puddings are cooked, stick a skewer in the middle and if this comes out clean, it’s ready. 6. Serve warm with all those lovely naughty Christmas creams and sauces!!! The White Hart | Main Street Ufford | PE9 3BH Tel: 01780 740 250 Email: info@whitehartufford.co.uk
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Christmas celebrations around the world
Here in England, we are all used to the traditional English Christmas. Turkey, Father Christmas, snow and presents spring to mind, but not everywhere in the world celebrates the Christmas that we know and love; some countries have a very different take on the Christian celebration. Norway, like other Scandinavian countries, has a little gnome or elf to bring gifts. The elf appears as a goat-like creature and is known as Julebukk or ‘Christmas Buck’. Traditionally (just as we leave glasses of milk and snacks for Santa) children in Norway prepare bowls of porridge for Julebukk, and if they don’t it is believed that he will play tricks on them. Norwegian Christmas dinner is Codfish, porridge, potatoes and gingerbread. In India, Christians decorate mango or banana trees at Christmas and often decorate their entire homes with mango leaves. Christmas Day is called Big Day (‘Bada Din’) and preparations in India start at least a month before Christmas, and in certain parts of India, oil-burning clay lamps are used as decorations. Spain begins its Christmas season on December 8th with the feast of the Immaculate Conception. This is celebrated each year in the Gothic cathedral in Seville, where ten boys perform an ancient dance called ‘los seises’.
On Christmas Eve, known as Blessed Night (‘La Noche Buena’), people light bonfires as the first star shines at night. It’s surprising how different people and different countries interpret the birth of Christ in completely diverse ways. Will you be sticking to your customary traditions this year, or will you take a different approach this Christmas? Whatever you choose to do, I wish you a Happy Christmas, God Jul (Norwegian), Glædelig Jul (Danish), Joyeux Nöel (French) and Feliz Navidad (Spanish)! Megan Templeman Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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Q: Could you recommend a good all round table wine to serve with Christmas lunch that will impress my guests but not break the bank?
A Chablis or a New World Chardonnay goes down really well with turkey on Christmas day, not too cold though, you’ll get more flavour coming through the nose and on the pallet if the chardonnay grape is slightly warmer As for the reds you can’t beat a Bordeaux or a Rhone from France or even a New World Shiraz For a good bottle you would normally only need to spend £8 to £14. (With thanks to Mathew on this one our very own Oz Clark)
Q: Can I cook my vegetables the day before, and still serve them fresh and tasty? To par-cook your vegetables, cook as you normally would but a few minutes before finished take out and drop into iced water, on Christmas day put a large pan of salted water on to boil, when on a rolling boil drop all the vegetables in together for about 3 minutes, drain and serve well seasoned and with a knob of butter.
Q: How do I get the best roast vegetables? The trick is to par-cook/blanch them first and then place into a hot roasting tray with goose fat (not olive oil) and keep turning them at regular intervals and for that extra touch why not drizzle them with some honey a few minutes before the end.
Q: Is there an alternative to turkey?
A good free range Capon chicken around 10Lb will happily feed six guests.
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Q: I always try to buy local seasonal vegetables what is in season for Christmas? Cauliflower, Sprouting Broccoli, Leeks, Turnips, Swede, Carrots Parsnips, Brussels Sprouts Are just a few that are in season, both Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts are best after they’ve had a frost on them. While your guest are waiting for the sprouts why not serve some Mulled Cider a twist on the festive classic Mulled Cider 2 pints Strong Cider | 1 Mulled Spice bag | 2 Shots Brandy | Ÿ Pint Apple juice | 200g Sugar Put everything in a pan and simmer gently for 20mins allow to cool slightly and serve.
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Q: Having lived in rented accommodation which suffered from damp, I am anxious not to buy a house which suffers so what are the tell-tale signs?
A: Confusion sometimes arising in distinguishing between damp that has either come up into the building from the ground below or penetrated through the external walls or is the result of condensation. The effects of each are varied and include damage to plaster and decorative finishes or erosion of brick, stonework or rot in timbers. Airborne moisture is present in most houses and results from the day-to-day activities such as washing and cooking. When this comes into contact with a cold surface, it can condense. Mould growth indicates condensation because spores only grown in clean water as opposed to contaminated water from penetrating or rising damp. Damp penetration can be more random. It occurs in localised areas such as around chimneystacks, through parapet walls, around window openings or through an external wall of solid construction but poor condition. Rising damp is indicated by a noticeable tide-line in plaster or finished around affected parts of the building and is accompanied by high moisture content in adjoining skirting boards or adjacent floorboards. A survey is always recommended when purchasing a house Researched and written by Elaine Mitchell on behalf of Carter Jonas in Peterborough.
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How can I get the best deal on my energy supply? If you have never changed your energy supplier you could be paying more than you need to for your gas and electricity. Depending on where you live, on average you could save: £91 a year if you pay by Direct Debit, £86 a year if you pay by card, key or token meter, or £73 a year if you pay by cash or cheque. When going to compare prices of different suppliers it’s a good idea to get a copy of your last bill, or if you use a card, token or key meter to have an idea of how much you spend each month on energy. It is also helpful to know the name of your current suppliers; the name of the deal you are on, and your post code. There are three ways to find out about the prices charged in your area. Phone round the energy supply companies to find out what deals are on offer and compare them with your current deal. Or you can use one of the approved online price comparison sites. These are listed on the Consumer Focus website: www.consumerfocus. org.uk You can also download a pricing factsheet for your area from the Consumer Focus website. If you cannot access the internet you can call Consumer Direct on 08454 040506 for a pricing factsheet as well as general consumer advice. If you are having problems paying gas or electricity bills get advice. For more information and contact details of your local CAB go to the Citizens Advice website adviceguide.org.uk
Health
Education
Q: My daughter is about to leave her nursery and begin a new school in Year 1. I am worried about large class sizes in her primary school, however, I am worried about her moving out of her familiar environment and away from her friends. What advice do you have?
A: Year 1 is a very important educational milestone and choosing a school at this age is every bit as important as choosing a secondary school at the end of Year 6. Many parents are happy to place their son or daughter in a local nursery but the end of the Early Years Foundation Stage requires further decision making. Parents may choose to keep their child in their local primary school but increasingly factors such as class sizes mean that alternative options may be considered.
Q: Christmas is such a difficult time to say no to all those indulgences we love to enjoy, how do I ensure I don’t overdo it? As the Christmas season draws near and as our diary fills with Christmas parties and celebrations we can sometimes over indulge and feel the worse for wear. Here are some tips to enjoy your self during this festive time. Firstly watch what you drink. According to recent guidelines provided by the government woman should only drink 2-3 units of alcohol daily and men 3-4 units. So a pint of beer or 2 small glasses of wine equate to 3 units. To avoid drinking too much eat before a big night out or enjoy a drink with a
A good school will place real emphasis on the importance of Year 1 as the beginning of a more formal education, and prospective pupils might be invited to attend a taster day. It is very important to visit a new school in a working day; meet teachers and to ask questions about differentiation; special needs provision and extra-curricular activities.
meal or snack. Besides alcohol the other indulgence during this time is food. During the Christmas season we go out for meals with our work colleagues, family and friends to celebrate. Also there are extra chocolates and sweets and mince pies laying about
It can be worrying to think about moving children out of their familiar nursery setting, but making the right choice at the start of Year 1 can prevent anxiety about large class sizes and a child being lost in the crowd later on.
the office or home. The important thing to
I am sure that your daughter will soon make new friends and at her age new routines quickly become the norm.You will also find that schools which do not have a nursery or Reception are especially well geared up to making pupils feel at home in Year 1.
The staff at Alma Road Primary Care Centre wishes
remember is moderation. Instead of 3 mince pies try to eat only 1. Alternatively fruits and nuts are healthier options to nibble on during this season.
you the best during this Christmas season and wants you to know we are open through out the holidays.
Alma Rd Primary Care Centre Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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“ Teen Scene” sner-Papp
By Daniel Wie
Monthly Update Well where do I start, I threw a mad party at the start of the month for fireworks night. I saw Ellie Goulding on the 15th November which was absolutely mind blowing, met lots of new people and been enjoying my work life to the max! Haven’t really got anything major planned for this month, can’t wait until New Year! It’s going to be a good one! Errrrm, decided that cigarettes need to be gone from my life, so hopefully that will be my New Year’s resolution... we will have to wait and see. I’m also in pieces over the loss of the gig venue ‘Club Revolution’ formerly known as ‘The Park’! It’s a sad loss for us all, looks like it’s going to be a lot more nights at the Met
Christmas Must Haves!
Lounge…
Xbox 360 Console – Prices Vary Get off your couch and into the game by using your body as the
Biggest Joke in History
controller with Kinect and control your Xbox 360 with a single
Okay, brace yourself for this one… there
gesture or wave of the hand
now is officially a Justin Bieber doll! First
CD - It’s a Goldie Lookin’ Christmas: the Fairy Tale of Newport
off, he doesn’t deserve to have a doll of
- £9.00 on HMV This has yet to be released, but just by the title
himself - he doesn’t even know what/where
of the album... It makes me want to pre-order it! Its out on the
Germany is! Secondly, his music is
6th December… GET ON IT!
diabolical and he has no talent at all! Plus..... you can collect them, there is one for every
Dance Challenge
music video that he has made, this has spoilt
‘Calling all the young dancing talent in the City’. The Dance
my year. Sorry if this has offended anyone, everyone’s entitled to their own opinion
Challenge Team is inviting young people to compete in a dance-off at the Cresset in Bretton. Dance Challenge is a unique, national competition that challenges and rewards young dancers from
though, eh?
primary & secondary schools and community groups on any dance style. This is a prestigious and innovative showcase where youngsters are invited to make a 3-4 minutes dance presentation. This isn’t my sort of thing, but I’m sure for some of you readers, this will be a dream come true. To participate or for more
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information at www.dancechallenge.co.uk
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A
chronograph from Robert Loomes of Stamford gives so much more than that: a luxury mechanical wristwatch-cum-stopwatch that is hand built by the man whose name is on the dial; one that is only available from the shop where they are made. Said Robert “To make a chronograph is to fashion a work of art. To make a gift of one is to ensure you will be remembered for ever.” Nobody else in the country makes mechanical chronographs in their own workshops, so this is indeed a rare gift. Each watch is carefully built in his Stamford workshops from scratch, with every wheel, pivot and screw checked, cleaned, polished and lubricated by hand before the movement can be tested. It takes a highly skilled watchmaker the best part of a day just to build the mechanism. Robert works using a
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Don Lamber t Photo Credit:
TIMING IS EVERYTHING From boiling an egg to writing a presentation for business, all of us need split-second timing in our lives.
Swiss design from the 1940s, once used by Breitling and Omega. The model was long forgotten because it was a labour intensive movement and not suited to modern mass-production techniques. Robert has radically improved the design and made it a thing of beauty. Once completed he fits his unique dial and hands and assembles the whole into the case. Each is then rigorously tested for accuracy and reliability. Robert Loomes is creating a limited edition of one hundred chronographs, available to order only from his shop on St Mary’s Hill. 4 St Mary’s Hill | Stamford | PE9 2DW info@dialrestorer.co.uk
By Heidi A Simples Life: The Life and Times of Aleksandr Orlov £9.99 (Hardback) Aleksandr Orlov has in the last year become one of the most loved figures in British culture and his catchphrase - Simples! - can be heard from the playground to the office. Written in his inimitable voice (as dictated to his sidekick Sergei), his autobiography will offer the same humour as his TV ads, giving us the full story of his ancestor’s Journey of Courageousness from the Kalahari to Russia, the low-down on his life as entrepreneur and founder of comparethemeerkat.com and his love of grubs and cravats. By Duncan On my New Year List, out in January
The Science of Avatar £16.99 (Hardback) James Cameron’s Avatar is the biggest movie of all time. Such has been its effect on audiences that some have reported begin depressed at having to leave the vividly realised setting of Pandora to return to the real world. In THE SCIENCE OF AVATAR, bestselling science-fiction author Stephen Baxter and James Cameron explore the epic together. From journeys into deep space to anti-gravity unobtanium, from Pandora’s extraordinary flora and fauna to transferring consciousness, Baxter and Cameron reveal that we are closer to world of Avatar than we know.
By Charlotte For the New Year.....out in January Masterchef at Home £20.00 (Hardback) This title helps you become a MasterChef in your own kitchen. Impress your friends and family with “MasterChef at Home,” the fantastic follow-up to “The MasterChef Cookbook.” With over 200 recipes from the three 2010 series, as well as nine complete menus from the winners, and top tips on how to present your food, for a real show-stopping feast.
By Naomi The Confession by John Grisham £18.99 (Hardback) In 1998, in East Texas, Travis Boyette abducted, raped, and strangled a popular high school cheerleader. He then watched as police and prosecutors arrested and convicted Donté Drumm, a local football star, and marched him off to death row. Nine years later, Travis suffers from a brain tumor and decides to do what’s right and confess. But how can he convince lawyers, judges, and politicians that they’re about to execute an innocent man?
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Whats On December NENE VALLEY RAILWAY
“SANTA SPECIALS” Why not join the Nene Valley Railway and start your Christmas off with a real bout of festive fun ? A visit to Santa in his Grotto followed by a train ride during which Santa joins everyone for a chat and photographs while enjoying a mince pie, seasonal tipple or tea/coffee and confections and soft drinks for the children. Dates still available on some services. Phone 01780 782833 or 01780 784444 - between 9.30am and 4pm
Sunday 5 December Santa Fun Run Ferry Meadows Country Park Family fun run to raise money for local charity EACH. Dress up as Santa and run (or walk!) 2.5km around Ferry Meadows. Times: Starts at 11:00am Meet at: Water Sports Centre cafe Cost: £10 for adults including Santa suit, £8.50 for adults without Santa suit and £5 for 13 year olds and under including Santa hat. Booking: Participants must register in advance. Call 01223 205180 or go to www.each.org.uk for details.
December at the Nene Park Trust Tuesday 14 December Tree Planting - Ferry Meadows Country Park Keep warm this winter by coming along and helping the Rangers. Wear boots or wellies as this event may get muddy! Times: 10:00am-12:00noon Meet at:Visitor centre - Cost: Free Booking: Essential. Please call the Nene Park Trust on 01733 234193 or e-mail visitor.services@neneparktrust.org.uk Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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December at the Nene Park Trust Continued....
Children’s Christmas Event at Werrington Library The Snowman Storytime – Tuesday 21st December, 2pm-2.30pm Stories and making your own snowman Werrington library 01733 864282
Tuesday 21 December From Bottle to Bird Feeder Ferry Meadows Country Park Give our feathered friends a treat by turning a used bottle into a garden bird feeder. Please bring a clean plastic bottle. Dogs must be left outside. Times: Drop in any time from 10:00am -12:00noon - Meet at:Visitor Centre - Cost: Free Booking: No need to book.
JUMPED UP THEATRE presents A WORKHOUSE CHRISTMAS AT PETERBOROUGH MUSEUM, Priestgate Adapted by Nick Wood (From the poem by George R..Sims) Directed By Kate Hall (“Our Nobby” for Eastern Angles) A traditional Christmas story for all the family, transformed into a walk-about show all around Peterborough’s historic museum. Traditional Christmas carols and Jumped Up Theatre’s professional actors bring this famous Victorian story to life. A community choir will lead the audience around Peterborough museum, piecing together one man’s touching love story, from rural courtship to city workhouse. Cast includes Jason Webb (Key Theatre, Trestle, National Theatre) Liam Thomas (Globe Theatre) and Caroline Rippin (Menagerie Theatre.) Tickets: £8.50 (£5.50 concessions.) Family tickets available for 4pm & 6pm shows for £25 (2 adults & 2 under 16’s) 10 – 19 December times vary, contact box office for details) Box Office: 01733 207239 (Key Theatre.) Tickets also available on the door or from Peterborough Destination Centre on Bridge Street.
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Lights of Love with Sue
accessories and much more! All
Ryder Care 5 December
made by the talented ladies from
5.30-8pm Join in the carol singing
the Enterprise Centre! There
in the gardens with the City of
will also be a raffle raising money
Peterborough Concert band and
for Cancer Research UK.
Peterborough Community Gospel Choir Plus lots of
Lunchtime Landscape
Christmas celebrations
Lecture 8 December - 1pm A
including Father Christmas, train
series of lectures based around
Market in Peterborough
rides, BBQ and ending with a
the theme of Peterborough’s
The traditional German
firework display
landscapes, historically,
Cologne Christmas
Christmas market is in
geographically and culturally St
Peterborough until 23
John’s Church, Church Street,
December in Cathedral Square,
Peterborough Free entry
Bridge Street and Long Causeway.
Living History Talk – Madness of King George - 9 December 7.30pm The
Burghley Christmas Festival & Fine Food
Madness of King George, the
Market 2 – 5 December
true story of George III, his life
Burghley House, Stamford
and bouts of madness. An Christmas Craft Fayre &
entertaining talk by Don
Fun Day 5 December - 10am
Chiswell. Peterborough
All Saints Church, Park Road,
– 4pm Flag Fen Archaeological
Museum & Art Gallery,
Peterborough 3 - 5 December
Park, The Droveway, Northey
Priestgate, Peterborough
10am – 4pm (Fri & Sat), 1pm –
Road, Peterborough Craft stalls
£4 adults, £2 concessions
4pm (Sun) Admission £1,
and demonstrations, childrens
accompanied children free
crafts, Father Christmas (small
Christmas Tree Festival,
Candlelight Classics
charge), refreshments and much
11 December - Presented by the
more. Free Entry
Peterborough Male Voice Choir.
Peterborough Cathedral 4 December - 7.30pm Presented
Christmas Cracker
St John’s Church, Church Street, Christmas Bazaar at
Peterborough Tickets £8,
by Peterborough Young
Peterborough Women’s
Singers and Peterborough
Enterprise Centre 7th
Baroque Ensemble Tickets £8.00,
December - 10am-5pm Stalls
concessions £6.00
featuring cross stitch,
14 December 7.30pm
confectionery, jewellery,
Peterborough Museum & Art
handmade bags, flowers,
Gallery, Priestgate, Peterborough
children’s artwork, fashion
Tickets £5 adults, £3 children
concessions £6 Candlelit Ghost Tours
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Kings’s School
Peterborough
The Greenback Yard Christmas
Christmas Concert
Jazz Club 19
15 December
December - 8pm
Peterborough Cathedral
Featuring the 78RPM
Featuring the Choirs,
Big Band with special
Orchestra, Brass Group
guest top vocalist Esther
and Band of the King’s
Miller Great Northern
School together with
Hotel, Station Approach,
choirs from various
Peterborough Tickets
junior schools.Tickets
£17.50, available in
£7, concessions £5,
advance by email
under 11’s free.
enquiries@peterbor-
Every weekend from
oughjazzclub.co.uk
4th December and daily from the 15th –
Party of the
23rd December 10am
Square 31 December
– 4pm
From 8pm New Year’s
Craft Fair - 12th December 10am – 4pm Including stalls packed with Christmas presents, all made by local artists and craftspeople. Buying locally is one way to lessen the impact of which is especially important in these times of economic woe and strife. At the craft fair there will be the opportunity to make your own presents and Christmas decorations at workshops running throughout the day as well as delicious local food, perfect to munch whilst warming yourself round the bonfire.
Eve celebrations on the A Victorian Christmas at
square, with live Abba tribute band.
Sacrewell plus special Christmas tractor ‘sleigh’ rides around the Farm Sacrewell Farm & Country Park, Thornhaugh Winter admission prices apply 01780 782254 Peterborough Cathedral In Dulci Jubilo 17 December 7.30pm - A Venetian Christmas at Peterborough Cathedral Tickets are available from the Cathedral shop, Stamford Arts Centre, or call 01733 343342 for
Midnight Eucharist sung by Peterborough Cathedral
further information.
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24 December - 11.30pm
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SEAT Leon Cupra R THE LATEST Leon is nothing less than a beast. And it should be – it’s the most potent SEAT ever made.
By Tim Barnes-Clay, Motoring Writer © BARNES-CLAY MEDIA 2010 www.barnes-claymedia.webeden.co.uk
The Leon Cupra R sits above the Cupra, and offers a fine-tuned version of its 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine, packing a 265 PS punch, backed up by no less than 350 Nm of torque at just 2,500 rpm. That’s a full 50 Nm more than the already burly Leon Cupra. The result? A 0-62mph time of 6.2 seconds and an unrestricted 155mph top speed. That’s getting close to supercar levels of acceleration and performance. But the Cupra R is more than just raw power. It’s also a very refined hot hatch with five doors and comfortable seats, and one that’s enormously exciting to drive. Even with front wheel drive, it manages to put all its enthusiasm down without fumbling for grip. The front always feels fixed to the road and the steering wheel doesn’t jerk from side to side as it can in other front wheel drive performance cars.
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PROS ‘N’ CONS • Attractive √ • Performance √ • Fun √ • Cost √ • Boy racer image X
FAST FACTS • Max speed: 155 mph • 0-62 mph 6.2 seconds • Combined mpg: 34.9 • Engine: 4 cylinders, 1984 cc, turbo-petrol • Power: 265 PS • Torque: 350 Nm at 2,500 rpm • CO2: 190g/km • Price: £25,205 OTR As impressive, perhaps, is the new Leon’s
pipes within a modified rear diffuser, a subtle
thriftiness. Combined economy of 34.9 mpg
extended high level rear spoiler, tasteful ‘R’
and CO2 limited to just 190 g/km make the car
badging and gloss black highlighting inside and out.
among the most environmentally friendly
Then there are the ebony black front seatbacks
ultra-hot hatches around. Not quite green enough
with ‘R’ logo, which leave rear seat passengers in
to qualify for the brand’s Ecomotive badge - but
no doubt about the characteristics of this super
distinctly more environmentally conscientious
quick SEAT. Colossal 19-inch ‘Potenza’ wheels,
than a number of competitors which have CO2
available in traditional silver alloy or
emissions of 220 g/km and above. Speaking of
contemporary white finish, also mark out the ‘R’
rivals, it might not have the kick of the Ford
as something extra special. If that’s not enough,
Focus RS, but at £25,205 on the road it is £3,000
you also get cruise control, rear parking sensors,
cheaper. It’s also £3,500 less than the Volkswagen
automatic lights and dual-zone climate control
Scirocco R. Only the Renault Megane Renault
- all of which come as standard. Quite simply,
sport offers a convincing alternative on cost, but
the SEAT Leon Cupra R is a bargain when you
the Cupra R’s engine has more finesse and the
consider how much car you get for the cash. It
inconspicuous five-door formation broadens the
looks awesome, it’s engaging and it’s seriously
interest. Even though the Leon has a relatively
rapid without being uncomfortable. The Leon
modest price tag, there is an awful lot of kit
would, without doubt, tick all the boxes for me if I
included. There are sporty twin central exhaust
wanted to buy a modern day performance hatch. Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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Seasonal biscuits 250g of dairy free spread (Naomi has used Pure, sunflower spread free from soya) 140g of caster sugar 1 egg yolk 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract 300g of gluten and wheat free plain flour (Naomi has used Doves Farm) • Pre heat oven to 180oc and grease two baking trays. • Mix the butter and sugar in a large bowl with a wooden spoon, then add the egg yolk and vanilla and briefly beat to combine. Sift over the flour
and stir until the mixture is well combined - you might need to get your hands in at the end to give everything a really good mix and press the dough together. • Dust the work surface with plain flour and roll out the dough. Cut out the dough with Christmas shapes and place on the greased tray. Cook in the over for 20 minutes until the biscuits are slightly golden. • Once the biscuits are cool, finish with a dusting of icing sugar or icing depending on how sweet your tooth is!
Nuffin Muffin We are all more aware of tolerance issues to food types now and local resident, Naomi Jones has used her recent diagnosis of being dairy intolerant to good effect for others, by setting up ‘Nuffin Muffin’, a cake business where delights are made without dairy (animal milk), wheat, gluten and soya. Naomi has been able to adapt recipes based on needs including, to date, English made sugar, soya free, rice flour and egg free and has shared a recipe with the City Scene....as well as some of her yummy treats (thank you Nuffin Muffin!!)
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Glitter and Glue Throw caution to the wind and get out the glitter and glue for the kids. Simple initials to hang on your tree for all the family and your friends visiting over the festive season, can be fun and adds that personal touch to your decorations.
Christmas websites Tracking Santa at www.noradsanta.org Last Christmas I went mad over this website – track Santa’s delivery all over the world and see how many people have been delivered to! I stayed up well past the children’s bedtime last year and watched Santa zoom off to the International Space Station!! Christmassy website with fun and games for kids at www.northpole.com Fun for kids, stories, recipes and sending Santa a letter
Fresh air and fun After the children have been off school for a week, you’ve packed and unpacked an extraordinary number of shopping bags, seen sprouts, cranberries, crackers and sellotape until you can bear it no longer, shake off those feelings by getting out and about. Get on those new gloves, matching hat and scarf and dig out your thermals. Go on a seasonal walk or bike ride, taking time to have a look at your local area in a different light. There are fewer cars around, less HGV’s and you’re not in a hurry for once. Pack a flask and some snacks and work off some of those Christmas chocolates too!!
File sharing There’s still plenty of time to get yourself online and ready to share pictures and video with family and friends all over the world.
www.flickr.com You can share files, upload them and organise them, crop, fix and edit them too and give yourself peace of mind that they are secure as you choose who can view them.
www.facebook.com Facebook doesn’t have to be all about sharing your latest thought or opinion, you can also post your photos on here and share them with your friends. Those friends do need to be on Facebook too, but you’ll be surprised how many people are on there that you know! Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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Back to Business Club, Seminars 09 Dec ‘10 - Speaker Alan Rimmer - Provider Business Link East - Topic Visibility and Desirability – How to Stand Out From the Crowd 16 Dec ‘10 - Speaker Lindsey Reed - GLOWS Career Coach Goal Setting - Ready for 2011 2011- 06 Jan - Speaker Belinda Coaten Provider People Potential - Provider Interview Techniques 13 Jan - Speaker Chris Claydon - Provider Middleton Murray - Topic How We Can Help You Back to Work 20 Jan - Speaker Andrea Crompton - Provider The One Group - Topic The Benefits of Recruitment Agencies Call: 01733 207348 Email: backtobusiness@gpp-peterborough.org.uk Opportunity Peterborough is engaging with local businesses through the city bondholder scheme, that offers a package of benefits including a high quality networking programme, a monthly newsletter, free business advice and more. Becoming a Peterborough bondholder is simple, free, and offers members plenty of opportunities to work together for the benefit of the city and their own business. www.opportunitypeterborough.co.uk/bondholder Get in touch with Opportunity Peterborough - Telephone: 01733 317 417 Email: bondholder@opportunitypeterborough.co.uk Website: www.opportunitypeterborough.co.uk Follow on Twitter: www.twitter.com/thefutureisyou
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EFFICIENT APPLIANCE TIPS from Premier Kitchens & Bedrooms Choosing the right appliances to suit the space you have and the way you want to cook is key to the success of your new kitchen. The oven is no doubt one of the most important appliances and there is a selection of truly advanced technology to choose from; from integrated steam functions to pre-set auto-cooking facilities. Hobs and hoods are designed to enhance the appearance of the kitchen and can create a spectacular focal point. Excellent performance is achieved by the right cooling product, fridges and freezers with features from frost-free, intensive cooling and freezing systems give you the option to find the right product to suit your needs.
Time and energy saving features are widely incorporated into dishwasher and laundry appliances, making cleaning easier and giving you time to do the things you actually enjoy. Q: I love to cook and really want to spoil myself by creating a dream kitchen that will be easy to use. Where should I start? A: A good kitchen designer will take the three key areas of your kitchen – the cooking zone (oven and hob), the prepping zone (work space and sink) and the storage zone (cupboards and fridge) – and place them on three points of a triangle. This ensures cooking utensils are kept together and each zone is easily reached, making your time in the kitchen hassle-free and allowing you to enjoy your cooking experience.
Richard Pearse, Researcher in the School of Management who is also the Managing Director of Fortify Investments Ltd, is shortlisted for Two National Awards. As the founding director of Fortify Investments Ltd the firm provides independent wealth management and general financial planning advice to members of the general public and small medium size enterprises was recently shortlisted by “Health Insurance & Protection” for: 1. Best Protection Intermediary and 2. Best Training and Development Intermediary, 2010 These prestigious industry awards are made annually at the Health & Protection Insurance networking event of the year, held at the Grosvenor House, London. The gala award ceremony in Mayfair that is attended by leading industry figures is scheduled for the 21st October. If Fortify Investments Ltd wins either of the awards they are automatically entered into the ‘Health Insurance Intermediary of the Year Award’ for 2010. When the Managing Director, Richard Pearse was asked how he felt about being shortlisted he
stated: “To be recognised by your industry peers in providing a service of excellence is very s atisfying. Fortify Investments are no strangers to success in being recognised for their expertise in serving the general public and local businesses. In 2009 they also gained the following independent Regional Awards: 1. Business Achievement of the Year 2. Businessman of the Year (twice awarded to Richard Pearse, Managing Director for his leadership) 3. Financial Services Provider of the Year, and 4. Wealth Management of the Year Should you want to know more Richard Pearse can be contacted on, 01664 474613, or email him at: richard@fortifyinvestments.co.uk or log onto www.fortifyinvestments.co.uk
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Ryan’s December Football Preview Please email ryan@semplesoccer.co.uk with any views you have and visit www.semple-soccer.co.uk for my response. Chelsea V Man United (Sunday Dec 19th) PIC OF MAN UTD V CHELSEA PAST MATCHES
This match between the 2 most successful Premier League clubs in recent years comes right before the manic Christmas games schedule and could go some way to determining how they both fare during it. Win the match and both will feel confident of getting a significant amount of points on board in a short space of time. Lose and all of a sudden playing 3 games in 6 days seems like a daunting task to undertake. I believe, (yes I’m slightly biased!) that Sir Alex Fergusons red devils will come out on top. Chelsea’s incredible start to the season has been hit for 6 with continuing injuries to stalwarts John Terry and Frank Lampard. They will both take time to rediscover sharpness and more importantly form and I just feel United will fancy themselves at Stamford Bridge, despite dropping far too many points on the road so far. The one thing people may also forget about is the return of a certain Wayne Rooney. All United fans will be desperate for him to carry the torch and hit the heights he last year and with recuperation coupled with match time under his belt by time the game comes around, he could just be the difference. My Prediction- 0-1
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Arsenal V Chelsea (Monday Dec 27th) Another heavyweight showdown, this match comes right in the thick of the Christmas fixture pile up with injuries/suspensions sure to have an effect on both teams. Nevertheless matches between these London rivals rarely fail to be filled with huge amounts of passion on top of supreme technical ability and most importantly, goals! Chelsea have definitely had the edge over the gunners in recent years and with this huge encounter coming a week after their game against Man United, (a match they will lose if my crystal ball is correct!) then another defeat would be disastrous for them. The key factor in the outcome lies in the hands, (sorry feet!) of one man, Didier Drogba whose incredible record of 13 goals in 13 games against Arsene Wenger’s team will have certainly caused a few nightmares for the arsenal backline. One thing Arsenal have improved on this year though is their ability to mix up their style of play from the well known breathtaking 1 and 2 touch play to going more direct with the likes of strong forward Marouane Chamakh and the lightening speed of Theo Walcott. This will definitely be a factor in proceedings but I still see a Chelsea win. My Prediction- 1-2
the squad is looking very powerful. The next three games, the last before the winter break, promise to be more testing but on their day this team will blow anybody at this level away. The promise of National league Hockey next year is looking good. The Ladies have had a moderate start with a very young playing strength, but all in all the success right through the teams indicates a very strong
Peterborough Town Sports Club
club at present. Squash are running 2 teams in the Cambs League and 5 in the Peterborough &
Well the Summer is truly forgotten and cricket
District League. We are the only club in the area
is a far distant memory although we will all get a
running so many teams but with club number one
bit exited when the Ashes start in Australia soon.
Dan McGinn having gone to University and
The Cricket Dinner at the Bull Hotel was a great
number two Dan Soar playing most of his
success. The beef was superb but just a pity the
competitive squash away from the club, we are not
horse radish sauce came with the cheese cake!!!
really in contention in the leagues. There is lots of
The hockey season is well underway and the men’s
activity, however, and more people are enjoying
1st X1 have stormed to the top of the league
their squash here than for many years.
having won their first eight games amidst an avalanche of goals. Player Coach Gareth Andrew is
The Club is thriving, which is good to see in these
leading the way with goals but he is ably
difficult times. There is nothing like a bit of sport
supported by others returning to the Club such
and post match ‘socialising’ to take your mind of
as the intenerate Scott Gilmour, Luke Manning
your troubles!!! Peter Lambert
from University and Rick Corbett after more RAF travels. New recruits Mark Burchett at the back and Chris Vine in goal are welcome additions and
Peterborough Town Sports Club, Bretton Gate. 01733 262202
POSH Fixtures for December 2010 Saturday 4th Yeovil Town - A 3pm Friday 10th Rochdale - H 7.45pm Saturday 18th Dagenham & Reds - A 3pm Sunday 26th Colchester - H 3pm Tuesday 28th Swindon Town - A 3pm Phantoms Fixtures for december 2010 Saturday 4th Guildford - A 6pm Sunday 5th Milton Keynes - H 5.30pm Saturday 11th Swindon - A 5.45pm Sunday 12th Guildford - H 7.15pm Saturday 18th Fifi Flyers - A Telephone: 01780 783613 | DECEMBER 2010
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