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Contents
It’s a Knockout 4 St Barnabas 5 Sarah Outens epic journey 6 Two Churches become one 6 Health & Beauty 9-15 Home & Gardens 16-22 Travel 26-27 Senior Masters (Golf) 33 Hyundai ix20 34-35 Garden of Surprises 36-37 What’s On 38-40 Family/Craft 41 Book Reviews 42-43 Community 45-46
Welcome
May is seen for many of us as the start of the better weather, where we are all hoping that the Bank Holiday weekends will be warm and sunny. April saw many warmer days, but there’s still that danger of a slight early frost even into May. Our Garden Scene this month touches on pruning those tall herbaceous plants and also how you should get those vegetables planted out. With so many features this month including Health & Beauty, Fitness, Motoring, Interiors and Travel you really must pull up a chair (in the garden on a beautiful Spring day!) and give yourself some ‘Scene time’. There’s plenty going on in the area, see pages 38-40. We are also online, so have a look through our website www.thescenemagazine.co.uk and you can read current and past editions and share them with friends and family, including the new Wedding Scene magazine too!
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Community
It’s a Knockout in Stamford The Rotary Club of Stamford St Martin’s is excited to introduce the ‘It’s a Knockout’ challenge to Stamford, in aid of their chosen Charities. On Sunday 22nd May 2011 Gable Events will run an It’s a Knockout, promising to be a fantastic day out for spectators and competitors alike. There will be a BBQ, bar and entertainment for all of the family. It’s a Knockout is a great team challenge, involving inflatable games, water and foam. This is the ultimate corporate team building event for you and your colleagues! It could also be a chance to do something a bit different with your friends. Why not really increase the competition and challenge a rival group to take part! There is a prize up for grabs… not only will the winning team be crowned the first ever Stamford St Martin’s It’s a Knockout champions, they will also receive a donation of £500 to their chosen registered Charity.
St Barnabas delivers its first class service in Stamford
Community
St Barnabas Lincolnshire Hospice has started delivering services to the people of Stamford, Bourne and Deepings. St Barnabas has been operating in Lincolnshire since 1982 but this is the first time it has extended to the South of the County. Recruiting since last November, a team of trained and experienced specialist nurses and health care support workers, plus administrative coordination, are now in place. St Barnabas supports adults with life limiting illnesses who wish to stay at home, and receive hospice care and support. The team are based in Stamford but will deliver care to any patient who has a Lincolnshire GP in the area. For more information if required please contact: Louise Wilson Hannah Thomson 01780 758565 01476 591010 Deputy Clinical Team Leader Community Funfraiser St Barnabas Hospice at Home, Stamford.
Other ways to support this event are available, such as sponsorship, banners and t-shirts. Contact Amelia Collins on 01780 763471
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Community
London 2 London, via The World
On 1 April this year, Sarah Outen began her epic journey around the world. With two boats, one bike, two oceans and across three continents, Sarah isn’t due home for two and a half years. On Sarah’s website, you can follow her journey, learn more about the customised boats and bike and keep up to date with Sarah’s phonecasts and blog updates. We’ll bring you an update each month on Sarah’s progress, successes, challendges and milestones, but in the meantime, follow www.sarahouten.com
Celebrations as two churches unite
Stamford Community Church and Life Church Peterborough are embarking on an exciting new journey as the two churches become one.The new multi-congregation church, which will be known as Life Church, will meet in both Peterborough and Stamford every Sunday morning. Life Church is part of Newfrontiers, a worldwide family of churches together on a mission, with over 700 churches in over 60 nations. Life Church welcomes visitors of all ages to its meetings and events in Stamford and Peterborough and meets on Sundays at Queen Eleanor Technology College, Green Lane, Stamford and 139b Fletton Avenue, Peterborough at 10.30am. Photo Credit: www.byvictoriakate.com
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Health & Beauty
Foot Spa Garra rufa (also known as Dr Fish) are an exotic fresh water fish found naturally in the warm springs of Turkey where locals have been using this method of dead skin removal for years, helping with skin disorders such as psoriasis. It is scientifically proven that the Garra rufa fish are very effective at helping to improve the skin. While removing the dead skin from your feet by gently nibbling (don’t worry they have no teeth!), the fish secrete Diathanol which is an enzyme well known to improve the regeneration of skin cells. The fish are also very therapeutic gently gliding over your skin. Most people find the Garra Rufa fish produce a pleasurable soothing massage sensation!
Beauty Tip
Makeup brushes can hold bacteria, so clean them regularly with shampoo or a commercial brush cleanser. First, run water over the bristles, then apply just a drop of shampoo and lather up. Rinse well to get rid of the soap residue, then squeeze out all water with a towel. Allow brushes to air-dry.
Avocado Green! Home made Face Mask Avocado & Honey
Avocado is perfect for dry or mature skin and through the winter our skin has dried out with the cosy central heating on! Avocado oil is rich in essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. Honey is incredibly nourishing and anti-inflammatory so helps with sensitive skin.
Make your Own Mask
Mash 1 avocado with a tablespoon of honey and smear evenly over the face. Leave for 15 minutes and rinse off with warm water.
Water Water everywhere....but do you drink enough?
Water is the main constituent of our bodies and forms 50-60% of body weight and around 75% of volume. It is generally recommended that adults should drink around two litres of water daily and considerably more when we perform exercise and/or the weather is hot.
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Health & Beauty
Health & Beauty
NAIL CARE DO’S &DON’TS Do Wear Rubber Gloves
Achieve the smile you have always wanted Gain confidence and look years younger
Nails are extremely porous, if exposed to water for too long they will weaken, bend and break.
Do Use Cuticle Oil Daily
Massage cuticle oil into and around your cuticles every day to help promote and stimulate good, strong nails growth.
Do Wear Base Coat
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Always, always, always use a base coat if you are going to wear nail polish. This will help avoid staining, provide a smoother base and save you money as you won’t use as much. Avoid products that have formaldehyde or toluene.
Don’t File Wet Nails
Nails will absorb a surprising amount of water and will then be weaker. Try to avoid emery boards and never ever use metal ones – they will split your nails! Invest in a crystal or glass file as these last a lifetime.
Don’t Use Your Nails As Tools
Keep your nails and hands looking lovely; take a minute to get the right tool for the job and avoid sacrificing your nails!
Beautiful nails at your finger tips
The shape of your nails can lead to them becoming weaker or splitting. A cross between a squared nail and an oval one is called ‘squoval’ and is perfect for shorter nails – practical yet chic. Square off the top and then gently soften the edges. Spring colours; Nudes, pastels, pinks and splashes of vibrant orange
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FITNESS MYTHS
Health & Beauty
I’m sure that you have had heard lots of conflicting exercise tips over the years, about the best way to train, so it is time to shed some light on some fitness myths floating around in the fitness world.
Myth 1
If you want to reduce the size of your hips, backside or stomach, then you should exercise that area
Unfortunately body fat is reduced from all over the body and not a specific area.You maybe making things worse in some cases, by exercising that zone (i.e. squats will add size to your backside). Body fat will generally burn from the inside first and then finally hit those hard to get areas, which typically are the first places to gain.You need to ensure that you combine weights, cardio and nutrition.
Myth 2 Lots of running, cycling, x-training and rowing is the key to losing body fat (all known as Cardio)
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Well done if you are committed to all this, but too much will have a negative affect on your overall physique. Basically too much cardio will eventually put your body into a calorie deficit and then start to use your muscles for an energy source - NOT GOOD! You will then start to lose your definition and tone. Muscle is metabolically active and burns more calories at rest. Try to combine a toning session with short bursts of cardio to preserve muscle.
Myth 3
The best way to lose body fat is to eat very little calories Whilst reducing your calories intake steadily will enhance weight loss, decreasing the calorie intake drastically will make your body revert to starvation mode. Survival in this instance is the body’s number 1 priority which means holding onto your fat stores. Regular frequent snacks and meals are the key to success. Better to lose a little often,than to often not lose a little.
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You can choose to have a full all day pamper or indulgence package or a gents grooming day as well bridal packages, all of which will include lunch and refreshments.You are able to choose from a menu of treatments to suit your requirements and your budget, so call to discuss with Heidi.
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Home & Garden
Bees a buzzing, birds nesting....it must be May
With spring bulbs fading, bees buzzing and birds nesting, the glories of summer will soon be upon us! May is a beautiful and busy month full of blossom and scent; just keep one keen eye on the weather forecasts and a little fleece handy in case Jack Frost decides to pay us one last visit!
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Ornamental garden
Damp down glass houses to increase humidity & divide Hostas as they come into growth. Now is a good time for the first batch of shrub cuttings in the softwood stage such as Fuchsia, Buddleia and Hydrangea. This soft growth lasts till about mid June and has the ability to root more successfully but is harder to look after once rooted. Take 他 cm long cuttings just below a leaf joint and pinch out the tips. Bottom heat from a propagator is the single best way to increase chances of rooting.
On the veg patch
The Chelsea chop!
Plant all main crop potatoes early in the month, also get sweet corn and runnerbeans going early in modules. To avoid the dreaded carrot root fly cover your carrots with Enviromesh. This fine mesh prevents the fly getting to your precious roots and laying her eggs. Leave enough mesh either side to allow the carrots to grow, thin and harvest early in the morning or evening replacing the mesh as you go.
Not an annual cull of any dodgy gardening presenters, but a pruning method used to control flowering time and size of tall herbaceous plants that can flop and be difficult to support eg Anthemis, Echinacea, Sedums, Phlox and Achillea. Chelsea time (end of May) cut back plants by half, water and feed to produce shorter bushier plants with more flowers.
Pest and disease watch! Watch out for little green Gooseberry Sawfly caterpillars that can defoliate a bush in a weekend! As lilies romp skywards beware of pretty red Lily Beetles. Pick off beetles if spotted and blast off larvae with a hose pipe.
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Refurbish or Replace your Kitchen
Home & Garden
Home & Garden
Replacing an existing kitchen is one of the most expensive and disruptive tasks that you can undertake. Before you make the decision to rip everything out and start again, there are a couple of things to consider: – • Are you currently in your forever home? • Does you current kitchen work? • What budget do you realistically have?
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If you are not in your forever home and plan to sell your property within the next couple of years, consider if replacing your existing kitchen is worth the expense, time and effort. If your current layout works and the cabinet carcasses are still in good working order then why go to the heartache of replacing them? You can achieve a completely new look simply by updating some of the existing fittings. Not only will this be considerably cheaper but the work will be completed within a shorter time frame, with a lot less disruption. Start by calculating what budget you have to spend as this will help determine the level of improvements you can afford to make.You can gain a total new look by stripping the kitchen back to the bare carcass and replacing all fittings. However, if your budget doesn’t stretch that far, don’t worry, consider what combination of changes will give you the best results; a fresh new colour on the walls and ceiling, new handles on the cabinet doors and some trendy new tiles can help to transform a dated look.
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If you opt for a full refurbishment consider using a local kitchen refurbishment company who will complete the work for you. However, if you are happy to take on the challenge yourself make sure that you do the following: • • • • • •
Measure all of your current kitchen doors, side panels and kickboards and then measure them again Make sure you can purchase replacements of the same size, check the positioning of the hinges Think about door handles and what style is required to ensure the new ones do not obstruct anything If you are replacing your worktop, check for joints and know where they are positioned If you are replacing any appliances, spend time measuring to ensure your replacement items will fit safely and securely Any gas appliances need to be disconnected and fitted by a registered gas fitter
Whatever you can afford, it might not give you the dream kitchen you were hoping for, but it will certainly help to make your home more presentable when the time comes to put your house on the market. Just remember when choosing your colours and design the kitchen is one of the major selling points so don’t put potential buyers off by opting for something too bizarre!
Replace If you are fortunate enough to be in your forever home the first thing to consider is what you want from your kitchen. Will the space allow for your design dream? If not, it may be worth considering a revamp rather than a replacement. However, if the space allows for a complete new design start by making a wish list of all the things you would like from your kitchen, this could be anything from somewhere to entertain, to having a built in wine rack. Write everything down, no matter how unachievable you think it might be. Next consider what budget you have. Plans never quite go to plan so make sure you have a little extra cash in reserve, just in case.
Once you have set your budget and agreed on the expectations from your new kitchen, it is time to think about the layout, design and colour. Remember that you don’t want to be changing your kitchen again anytime soon, so spend time shopping around looking for styles and designs that you like. Once you have an idea of style and colour, get your kitchen designed by a professional – many of the DIY stores offer free design and planning. They will come out to your home and talk to you about your expectations. Go through your wish list – but be aware you may have to compromise. They will take measurements and note where the current services are located and provide you with a printed plan. Whether you use the company or go elsewhere is up to you, however, unless you are a craftsman by trade, it is advisable to get your kitchen fitted by professionals. Like anything in this world, you get what you pay for, but if you give time to research your dream kitchen thoroughly, you will find some excellent value for money out there.
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BBQ Marinades & Salads For the Bank Holiday weekends, we start to think about hosting BBQ’s. Try these quick and simple recipes to make your BBQ sizzle.
Marinades These are great for flavouring your meat with very little input and maximum taste. Here are some favourites so start with these and alter as you like to taste. • Great with chicken! Grate Ginger, Garlic and add sliced Chilli. Add as much or little to your own taste. Then take some oil, a splash Cous- cous of white wine, a couple of spoons of honey, squeeze of citrus. Mix together with the ginger, Follow the instructions on the packet to cook the cous cous first. Roasted vegetables garlic and chilli. Add to the meat. compliment a BBQ really well. Put the veg on an oven tray; red onion, courgettes, mixed • Lamb soak - natural yoghurt, chopped fresh mint, sprinkle of sugar, lemon juice, chilli if you peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, tomatoes, drizzle of oil, season, roast till soft and golden. like. Stir into the cous cous with a squeeze of • Steak rub - oil, cracked pepper, splash of red lemon/lime to stop the clumping. wine, garlic, spring onion.
Salads
Bean salad Don’t add salt..........this will dry out your meat, always season after with salt or leave till very last minute.
As many different beans as you like, kidney, borlotti, butter, haricot, broad. Drizzle with olive oil, very thin slices of garlic, chilli (if you like), citrus juice and season.
Leave for at least 6 hours or overnight. Once the meat is on the BBQ, use a Bouquet Garni to bast the meat while cooking with the left over marinade. This keeps the meat juicy and adds even more flavour. Marinades will keep for a week or so from making them fresh..... Put your flavours in a jar, and keep in the fridge. This is an easy way to make them as well as you can shake the flavour together in the jar.
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Salad dressing
Put crushed garlic, a couple of spoons of mayo, small spoon of mustard, one spoon of honey, citrus juice and olive oil into the jar. Check the lid is tight and shake. Taste before you cover your salad in it! Add chilli, hotter mustard, grapefruit or orange juice for a change, swap the mayo for a bit of marmalade..... Get shaking and tasting!!!
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Dog Hosting with Barking Mad Many hosts with Barking Mad have previously been dog owners. If you have missed that companionship from having a pet, but you can’t commit the time to have your own dog, then maybe becoming a host for Barking Mad is the answer.
Local Home From Home Pet Care Your dog’s daily routine for feeding and walks maintained by our hosts Local hosts in your area Suitable for dogs with a wide range of needs Remember, it’s their holiday too Cosy, loving home environment with very special hosts Established 4 years Keeping you informed about your dog’s holiday Bourne | Deeping | Stamford | Rutland | Spalding Kerry Wells - Barking Mad Tel: 01775 720382 Email: kerry.wells@barkingmad.uk.com Website: www.barkingmad.uk.com
Not only can you have a visiting companion, but you can address that niggling need for more exercise and get out into the beautiful countryside surrounding you. Worried the dog might need more exercise than you can manage? Don’t be concerned; you will be matched with a suitable dog for your sake and theirs. Contact Kerry Wells now on 01775 720382 to discuss hosting in more detail.
Microchipping your pet Microchipping your pet gives them the best chance of being identified and returned to you if they become lost or stolen. Many pets can be microchipped including cats, dogs, rabbits and horses. Thousands of pets are lost every year and many are never reunited with their owners – microchipping can change that. While collars and tags can get caught or removed – microchipping identifies your pet permanently and harmlessly. How it works
A tiny microchip is inserted under the animal’s skin. This gives the pet their own unique code. The microchip can be scanned and matched to the owner’s contact details, which are kept on a database, such as The National PetLog database. You must make sure the database you are registered with has your up-to-date contact details. Check with your vet for advice, as it will depend on the species, size and condition of your animal.
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Usage of solar energy is becoming increasingly popular at this current time and more and more homes are benefiting from it each day. Sunroof energy is Stamford’s upcoming sensation offering a more energy efficient way of living. With Sunroof Energy you can power your home using free renewable energy generated from the DAYLIGHT not just sunlight, Which will greatly reduce your electric bills. We specialise in solar energy roof panels. These are a particular type of solar panel which work by being fixed onto the roof of your home, and collecting photovoltaic (PV) energy which is then converted into electricity which we can used in homes.
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The government are very involved with solar energy roofs and offer a new feed-in tariff to reward homeowners for generating renewable, clean electricity,( 43.3 pence per kilowatt of power produced)This tariff works by the consumers being paid for each kilowatt of electricity the solar energy panels generate. Even when it is being used in your own home and an additional rate of 3 pence is given for electricity that is not used within the house but returned to the power grid. Depending on the size of your home you may, depending On the size of the system you install, save half of your existing Electricity bill (daylight usage) plus be paid to produce this energy, which can equate to between ÂŁ800.00 and ÂŁ1500.00 per year. This return on your initial investment is far higher than any savings Scheme available from your bank or building society . Telephone: 01780 783613 | May 2011
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Bountiful Botswana
Now Accessible For More Budget Conscious Travellers
17% of the land mass is dedicated to game reserves, and as MD, Steve Daykin points out, if you want to see nature in its most uncompromised state, Botswana is greatly suited.“With a population of only 1.3m, Botswana provides ultimate escapism, offering a break from the concrete jungle and a chance to connect with all the fruits of nature. With its magnificent range of different ecosystems and abundance of wildlife and birdlife, Botswana is simply stunning, and now accessible for all”. For those with a tad more cash to spare, Botswana can be combined with visits to many of the highlights of the surrounding regions – maybe visit the awe-inspiring Victoria Falls or chic Cape Town or spend some idyllic beach time on the Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius or Mozambique. Inspirational Travel tailor-make itineraries to cater for varying durations and budgets.
Traditionally a holiday destination that thrived on high yield and low impact tourism, Botswana isn’t famed for attracting the more budget conscious traveller. All that is set to change with a new series of affordable itineraries created by local travel company, Inspirational Travel.
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Botswana’s key tourist destinations, during peak season, have asked as much as USD $1,200 per person per night (approx £750.00). Inspirational Travel, however, are now offering safaris starting at just £1,200 per person. Managing Director, Steve Daykin explains; “Botswana is a fabulous place to visit, but previously this hasn’t been possible for many individuals and families due to excessive pricing. Now, what with the economy forcing purse strings to tighten, holidays to Botswana have become seemingly beyond reach. However, we have worked diligently with our strategic partners to design exciting, affordable itineraries to suit those travelling on a more modest budget”. May 2011 | Email: info@scenepublishing.co.uk
Inspirational Travel has created a range of exciting safari itineraries of varying lengths and start with their 4-night “Affordable Botswana” safari with prices from just £1,200 per person. The itinerary includes 2-nights in the Okavango Delta at Kanana Camp and 2-nights in Moremi Game Reserve at Okuti Camp. The price of £1,200 includes shared accommodation, flights within Botswana, game activities, all meals and drinks, laundry service, park entrance fees and departure taxes. Botswana is a vast land of contrasting flora and fauna. The country is landlocked between South Africa, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Zambia and is covered by savannah scrub and the dry, arid Kalahari sands, which are then broken by the breathtaking Okavango Delta, the saltpans of Makgadikgadi and the swamps and flood plains of the Chobe River. Collectively these areas constitute a range of eco-systems unparalleled in Africa and are abundant in bird, plant and wildlife.
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Harvesting The Earth’s Natural Energy This is a genuine opportunity to:
Why is now a good time to install solar panels?
Benefit from solar powered savings by installing solar PV panels on the roof of your premises
Get an 11-14%*, index linked, return on your investment Reduce your overheads Generate electricity for your home & business Improve energy savings and work towards becoming more energy independent
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You can then use this energy yourself, saving you the costs of buying that energy from an energy company and export any unused energy back to the national grid for which you will receive an additional payment. The tariffs have been set at levels to provide you with a return on your investment of around 11-14%* over the expected lifetime of the technology - far higher than current interest rates from any high street bank or building society! The prices paid for the electricity your solar panels generate are guaranteed for 25 years and index linked to allow for inflation.
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ISPS Handa Senior Masters returns to Stapleford Park The European Senior Tour will return to Stapleford Park in Melton Mowbray, England, from 3 – 5 June for the second edition of the ISPS Handa Senior Masters presented by the Stapleford Forum. Following the success of last year’s inaugural event, sponsors ISPS are once again backing the tournament, which attracted some of the leading Senior Tour players in 2010 including Sam Torrance, a former club captain at Stapleford Park, and 1991 Masters Tournament winner Ian Woosnam, who are both former Ryder Cup Captains and ISPS ambassadors. The ISPS Handa Senior Masters is also likely to welcome the 2010 Order of Merit Winner from Thailand, Boonchu Ruangkit, as well as defending champion Bill Longmuir of Scotland, who finished seven strokes clear of Ruangkit and Englishman Roger Chapman last year.
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Motoring
Motoring But back to the fundamental running costs of the car; Hyundai has developed three e xceptionally efficient engines which power the ix20: a 1.4-litre with 90PS in both petrol and diesel, and a125PS petrol mated to an automatic transmission. Hyundai expects its new ‘U2’ common-rail diesel engine to be the most popular choice among British buyers looking for exceptional economy. The U2 engines use high-pressure common rail injection, electronically-controlled Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) and a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) to ensure they meet Euro V emissions regulations. What’s more, fitted with Integrated Stop-Start technology and a six-speed manual gearbox, the 1.4 CRDi Style version of the ix20, on test here, records CO2 emissions of just 114g/
However, Hyundai is doing its bit to help ease the cost of everyday motoring by producing the thrifty new ix20. The latest model to join the South Korean company’s ‘i-range’ line-up of vehicles has the style of a supermini, the space of Doctor Who’s TARDIS and the economy of a city car. Every manual model features Intelligent Stop & Go technology, low rollingresistance Continental tyres and an Alternator Management System (AMS), giving it the lowest emissions and fuel consumption in the class. In fact the ix20 is so fuel efficient it can actually better or match the figures for rivals’ city cars. Made at Hyundai’s newest European plant in Nošovice, Czech Republic, the ix20 is essentially a compact MPV (Multi-Purpose Vehicle) with a healthy dose of fashion and functionality. It is not, in my opinion, good-looking but it
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km and returns an average fuel economy of 65.7mpg. These class-leading figures will bring reduced motoring costs through lower road fund licence costs as well as saving pounds at the pumps. Ok, by their very nature, MPVs, large or small, are never exhilarating to drive, and the ix20 is no exception. But the car is impressive in so many other respects. It is roomy, tremendously economical, it has a five-star Euro NCAP safety rating, it has 20,000-mile service intervals and comes with Hyundai’s five-year unlimited-mileage warranty, plus five years of roadside assistance and free vehicle health checks. Phew! By my reckoning all that makes the ix20 ideal for anyone looking for a cost-effective, practical, modern day motor.
does have a chic sporty profile, which sets it apart from the boxy ‘minivan’ image typically associated with other MPVs. Inside, the ix20 is firmly screwed together and matches the spirited design of the exterior. The wellappointed cabin features a height adjustable driver’s seat, air conditioning, six airbags, active head restraints, radio/CD audio system with six speakers, plus CD, MP3 and USB-/AUX-/ iPOD-input capabilities. More importantly, the car provides excellent legroom and headroom in the front and rear. It is also very easy to achieve a comfortable driving position. And once on the move, the ix20 delivers an alert and supple ride, even over the most pothole ravaged roads. That is no surprise though because the car is the first in Hyundai’s history to be extensively tested on the worst of British roads. Telephone: 01780 783613 | May 2011
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THE GARDEN OF Contemporary sculpture in an historic setting. On entering the Sculpture Garden visitors are welcomed by a mixed array of trees and shrubs for all seasons, many framed with an evergreen backdrop of common laurel. These shrubs form a major structural element within the gardens, forming archways and external rooms where discreetly hidden sculptures can be found. Annual exhibitions of sculptures run from April to October along with permanent pieces, which can be viewed all the year round, including the grass maze designed by Peter Randall Page which gives fun to the young and old.
Garden of Surprises Features The Copper Tree Fountain
Opening times The Gardens are open daily from 19th March to 30th October from 11am to 5pm. The last admission is at 4.30pm.
The Mirror Tree The Water House Can you fill the water column? The Three Fountains The Paddling Pool The Caesars’ Heads The Longitude Dial Convex and Concave Mirrors
The gardens will be closed for four days from 1st-4th September during the Burghley Horse Trials. Festival of surprises 30th July-12th Aug 2011 admission charges House and Gardens Gardens of Surprise Only Adults £13.50 £7.80 Children (3-15 years) £6.70 £5.00 Seniors/Students £12.00 £6.50 Family (2 adults and 2 children) £35.00 £24.00 Audio guide £2.50
The Dark Moss House Neptune’s grotto The Emperors Triumph The Transforming Obelisks Merrelles in the Theatron Water Curtain.
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Stamford Corn Exchange Theatre
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Maalstroom featuring Jo Freyer
Box office - 01780 766455
Wednesday 4 May 8pm Tickets: £12 (£10)
A brand new collaboration between top Dutch folk band Maalstroom and the UK’s own folk saxophonist and singer, Jo Freya. One of only six UK dates!
An Evening with Des O’Connor
Wind in the Willows: Stamford Youth Theatre Friday 20 May 7.30pm Saturday 21 May 2.30pm, 7.30pm Tickets: £6 (£5)
Johnnie Walker’s Musical Milestones
Saturday 28 May 8pm £16.50 (£15.50)
Johnnie hits the road with his brand new show Musical Milestones that tells the story of his life and times in Radio and the music that has influenced him from the 1960’s to the present day. Johnnie Walker MBE is a popular British veteran radio disc jockey and broadcaster, who started his radio career in 1966 on an offshore pirate radio station Swinging Radio England before moving to Radio Caroline. In 1969 he joined BBC Radio and has been a familiar voice on Radio 1 and 2 ever since. He now presents Sound of the Seventies and In Concert on BBC Radio 2.
Thursday 5th May 2011. 7.30pm | Tickets: £24 Concessions £23 Des O’Connor is today established as one of the world’s most popular and best loved entertainers.
ZION THE NO.1. TRIBUTE SHOW TO BOB MARLEY FRIDAY 20TH MAY 8PM TICKETS £15.50
Zion -A tribute to Bob Marley is the only theatre show in the U.K. covering one of this centuries major musical forces. Two hours of “Marley Magic” will take you on a unique trip, leaving you dripping in audio sunshine. Anybody who is a reggae fan is a Bob Marley fan and any fan of Bob Marley would find this show stimulating and exciting, a night of good vibes is guaranteed for all. A VISION OF ELVIS FEATURING ROB KINGSLEY SATURDAY 14TH MAY 7.30PM TICKETS £16.50 CONCESSIONS £14.50
Sinfonia ViVa
Part of our Classical Music Season Saturday 7 May 8pm Tickets: £18 (£17) Ballroom Closing the 2010/2011 season is a brilliant selection of classics from Sinfonia ViVA who make a welcome return to Stamford. Making live orchestral music accesible to all. Music by Bach, Hummel, Mozart
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SANDRA G & SENSUS SUPPORTED BY AKUA TU, THE IDLE REVIVAL A Riverside Festival fundraising event Saturday 28th May 7.30pm Tickets £9.00 Concessions £7.50 (family of 4 £30.00) Sensus are a professional Jazz-Fusion band, with a new album just released, and currently playing across the UK.
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The Stamford Arts Centre
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Family & Craft
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Internet Safety For You And Your Family ZIP IT
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Kite Festival Sunday 12th June
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Ferry Meadows: starts 10.00am SAT NAV REF: PE2 5UU
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A packed programme to include, Stafford Wallace’s Indian Fighters. Adrenaline Head power kites Dark Star AND Team Spectrum with sychronised 2 line flying French Connection kite stacks. Bryan Beasley trick flying Essex Kite Flyers. STACK Rokkaku Challenge
Competitions - Sales - Children’s Workshop - Free-flying Area
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Craft Fairs In The Area
1 May 10am – 4pm Fineshade Woods 6 miles South West of Stamford NN17 3BB. 2 May Indoor Craft Fair & Farmers Market Braunston in Rutland
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14 May V & A Events Craft Fair The Talbot Hotel Oundle
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Super easy Playdough recipe:
Cress Egg Heads A little trip down memory lane with Cress Egg Heads – I bet you can smell that cress just from a school day memory!
Useful online sites for ideas and tips, with local stores for friendly advice • www.dalexkrafts.com • www.hobbycraft.co.uk • www.pondskippercrafts.co.uk • www.sirstampalot.co.uk • www.artandstitch.co.uk • • • • •
1/2 cup of salt 1 cup of flour 1 tablespoon of cream of tartar 1 tablespoon of oil 1 cup of boiling water mixed food colouring
For alternative colouring, try glitter, leave some fruit teabags in the hot water for a natural colour. Put all the dry ingredients in a bowl and then mix vigorously with the hot water. Store in tubs or food bags to keep it soft. Telephone: 01780 783613 | May 2011
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Author of 10 bestselling novels and winner of the Romantic Novel of the Year, Freya’s 11th novel, Chances, is available now. This month, a very personal selection from our guest books editor, bestselling author, Freya North.
Childhood favourites resurrected After a particularly frantic day, where things went pear shaped really from the start, who would have thought that a simple parcel of books for my children, from my Mum, would erase all the day’s stresses.
CHANCES by Freya North HarperFiction Paperback £7.99 Vita’s gift shop would do better if she ran it as a business, not as somewhere to daydream. But she’s not one to tell herself off - she leaves that to her ex. Oliver, the hero, is a successful tree surgeon but behind the scenes he is a very private man. Then a troublesome pear tree and an elderly shoplifter bring Oliver to Vita - and as Spring turns into Summer they are given choices and chances. Will they take them this time or walk away? Chances is my 11th novel. Unlike Secrets and Pillow Talk which were set in the North East, I chose a new location - a small market town in the home counties. The research was fascinating – especially watching brawny tree surgeons at work last summer!
Early on, I was struggling to find a name for my heroine and posted my dilemma on my facebook page suggestions came in thick and fast but I decided on “Vita” because the name means LIFE - and whilst I was writing this book my mum was battling cancer, so it seemed a symbolic name to choose. I’m pleased to tell you my Mum is doing really well – and it is to her that this book is dedicated. Chances is a tale about taking a chance on love again and is unapologetically romantic.
BRACELET OF BONES by Kevin Crossley-Holland Quercus - Hardback £12.99
My son Felix, who’s nearly ten, is a book worm. He loves adventures set in times gone by. The Viking Sagas, by East Anglian novelist Kevin Crossley-Holland (who wrote the Arthur trilogy) are next on his list – not least because the characters have those fantastically complex names that children love (Harald Hardrada, anyone?!) In this novel, the main character is a young girl, Solveig, who goes in search of her father. In her tiny boat she sails off into an adventure, joining forces with Swedish traders, meeting a ghost-ship and an English slave, a charming thief and a Russian king.
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The Cow Who Fell in the Canal was a massive favourite of mine. It’s all about Hendricka the cow, who was curious about life beyond the farm. She sets off on an adventure along the Dutch canals to end up in the city amongst modern life. If you have visited Holland, then the sights will be familiar to you, and the children will love Hendricka’s slightly scatty nature! Having got all excited about this book, a school friend of mine reminded me of The Giant Jam Sandwich. Straight onto the internet and three days later, the jam sandwich landed on my doormat. “One hot summer in Itching Down, Four million wasps flew into town....”. The townsfolk all pull together to rid their homes of the wasps, without success. That is, until the baker hatches a great plan.... The Cow Who Fell in the Canal Sadly, it seems that preloved copies are the only ones around; found on Amazon and also Abe Books online. Prices vary.The Giant Jam Sandwich Macmillan Children’s Books - £5.99 Telephone: 01780 783613 | May 2011
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