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Editors Note... Well it's definitely been a hot July, great for the holiday makers not so great for working! However, the Brits do like to talk about the weather so we've certainly not be short of something to say! The month of August brings the Night of the Wine festival to the Village of Competa. This is an famous festival brings out all the locals and draws the tourists to the area. Celebrations start in the day and continue to the early hours of the morning with singers and dancers. More information about this festival on 15th August can be found on pages 56 though to 59. Front Cover: Summer BBQ
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Other events this month include the concert by Robin George and his love power band in Nerja on the 20th August on Playazo beach. This concert is jointly organised by CAS and the Costa Animal Society. Entrance is 5 euro and all proceeds are split between the two charities. Also a note for your diary, the world's biggest coffee morning this year is on 25th September. If you would like to attend, there is an event in Competa at Bar/Restaurant Lorena and tickets are only 5 euro see more information on page 86.
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August Weather Days with rainfall: 0 Days Avg Max Temperature: 29.5c Hours of Sunshine : 9.9 p/day The weather data is for guidance only and is the average monthly maximum for the Costa del Sol
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18 Bar Amalia opens in Archez Dot is back cooking!
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31 Desafio dx2 triathlon Competing in one of the toughest triathlons in Spain
56 Noche del Vino 2015 August 15th, Competa A guide to the famous Competa wine festival
84 Dancing in the Moonlight
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More Campo Cuttings with Lorraine Cavanagh
José Luis PERSIANAS
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SUPPLY & FITTING Venetian blinds, canopies, fly-screens, beaded curtains. Aluminium & PVC Windows, doors, Sun lounges, extensions, Security doors Shower screens & curtains Lamps, lampshades, wall lights, strip lighting-wide range Picture/poster/photo frames & framing service. Laminating Glass (clear, tinted, textured) cut to size
Avda. La Constitucion 2, Competa Tel: 952 516 397 Mobile: 658 847 421 persianos9@hotmail.com
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www.sunsetproperties-spain.com :sunsetproperties
Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 New this month!
” Sunset Properties is a proactive and innovative local company. We use the internet as our shop front and advertise extensively. If you would like to find out more we would be very pleased to talk to you by phone, by e-mail or to meet you for an informal chat.”
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Price:599,000 Euros
New this month!
Fax:(0034) 951 067 711
Price:249,000 Euros
New this month!
Denise Hill UK 0844 7744860 Price:129,000 Euros
Archez
Competa
Periana
Outstanding immaculately presented top quality 5 bed 4 bath villa (236m²) with fabulous spacious living accommodation, fantastic covered terrace with glass curtains, various terraces, pool area and mature gardens.
Fabulous rustic style 2 bed 2 bath country house (99 m²) with easy access, fantastic dining kitchen, study/office/occasional third bed, covered terrace, pool, garage, storage and utility rooms.
Charming rustic style 2 bed 1 bath village house (112 m²) with easy access, 2 living rooms, separate dining area, 2 covered terraces, balcony terrace and spectacular views of Lake Viñuela.
ref: v1033
EPC - In process
New this month!
Price:249,000 Euros
ref: v1023
EPC - In process
New this month!
Price:160,000 Euros
ref:t1029
EPC - E
New this month!
Price: 280,000 Euros
Competa
Caleta de Velez
Velez Malaga
Fabulous south facing rustic style 2 bed 2 bath villa (111 m²) within walking distance of the village with easy access, 2 living rooms, separate dining area, covered terraces, Jacuzzi, garage and sea views.
Location! Location! Location! Fantastic spacious 2 storey 3 bed 3 bath townhouse (137 m²) within walking distance of the beach with 3 terraces, garage, communal gardens and pools and sea views.
Attractive modern 2 bed 2 bath villa (116 m²) set within a mango and avocado grove with easy access, open plan accommodation, 2 covered terraces, pool, garage and an annual income.
EPC - E
EPC - E
New this month!
ref: v1028 Price: 229,000 Euros
New this month!
ref: t1030 Price: 68,000 Euros
Torre del Mar
Priced to sell! Fantastic spacious 4 bed 4 bath townhouse (221 m²) within walking distance of the beach with 2 terraces, large garage, self contained guest accommodation, communal pool and gardens.
Super top floor studio apartment (42 m²) situated within 50m of the beach with fantastic sea views, good sized living space, parking and use of communal pools, gardens and tennis court.
ref: t1032
EPC - F
Price Reduced!
ref: v1031 Price: 335,000 Euros
Competa
Caleta de Velez
EPC - In process
EPC - In process
ref: t1019
Superb spacious 2 bed 2 bath villa and self contained 2 bed 1 bath guest annexe (216 m²) within walking distance of the village with open plan breakfast kitchen, sun room, outdoor kitchen, pool, covered terrace, workshop, mature gardens and spectacular views.
EPC - E
“ The advertised prices include all of the sellers costs including any commissions. They do not include the buyers costs which can be between 10% and 13% of the advertised price, this includes notary and registry fees, buyers legal fees, purchase tax (8%) and any mortgage set up costs.”
ref: v911
Price reduced!
Price:176,000 Euros
New this month!
Price:269,000 Euros
New this month!
Price:195,000 Euros
Competa
Sayalonga
Competa
Delightful, established 2 bed villa (81.47 m²) in a peaceful location near Competa. Ideal holiday home/rental property with spacious accommodation, lovely pool area and wonderful views.
Delightful rustic style 4 bed 2 bath villa (95 m²) with excellent access, spacious living/dining room and open plan kitchen, potential separate guest annex, covered terrace, gardens, pool and outdoor kitchen/bbq.
Delightful 2 bed 1 bath country house (150 m² approx ) with stunning views close Competa. A lovely property with good access, 2 superb terraces, outside kitchen and spacious open plan
ref:v795
EPC - E
Price Reduced!
Price:149,000 Euros
Competa Spacious traditional rustic style village house (110 m²) with 3/4 beds, 1 bath and cloakroom/wc. A property with many original features, great dining kitchen, large living room, courtyard terrace and 2 roof terraces.
EPC - E
ref:t938 New this month!
Price:179,950 Euros
ref: v965
EPC - In process
We urgently need properties in any area of the Axarquia
Price reduced!
EPC - G
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Clients looking now! Offers considered!
Price: 75,000 Euros
ref: v1026 Price:185,000 Euros
Competa Attractive well established 2 bed 2 bath villa (97 m²) in a tranquil rural setting near Competa. Spacious accommodation, great outside space and stunning mountain and countryside views make this the perfect location for anyone wanting a peaceful lifestyle or relaxing holidays. EPC - G ref: v561
Greatreduced! Location! Price
Price: 299,950 Euros Price:69,000
This Month’s Special Offer!
Puente don Manuel
Archez Beautifully renovated traditional 2
Competa
Beautifully presented 2 storey 3 bed 2 bath villa (131 m²) located on a popular urbanisation with easy access, spacious living accommodation, terraces, garage and attractive pool area and gardens. EPC - E ref:v1014
bed 1 bath village house (81m²) in a superb central location. This charming property is full of character and has versatile living accommodation, stunning views from the roof terrace and parking nearby. ref: t607 EPC - G
Superb south east facing 3 bed 3 bath villa with separate 1 bed 1 bath guest apartment (243 m²) with easy access, 2 living rooms, sun room, covered terrace, walled terrace, pool area, garage, mature gardens and sea views. EPC - D ref: v940
Great value duplex! Price:180,000 Euros
Building project!
Price:79,000 Euros
Price reduced!
Price:199,950 Euros
Competa
Algarrobo Costa Superb spacious 4 bed 2 bath apartment (111 m²) located frontline with covered terrace, 2 balcony terraces, roof terrace, sea views and communal tennis court, pool and garden.
EPC - In process
ref: t992
A building project situated in the centre of Competa. Existing property is a ruin, but offers great potential to develop one large house or 2 separate houses, ideal as rental properties. The finished living space could be approx 160m². 2 separate title deeds in place.
Alcaucin Delightful modern 3 bed 2 bath villa (103.67m²) with excellent access, covered terrace, pool area with sun terrace and gardens - a great easy to maintain holiday home or rental property.
EPC -N/A
ref:t330
EPC- F
ref: v841
PROPERTY VALUES IN AND AROUND NERJA HAVE OUTPERFORMED MOST OF SPAIN AND APPEARS TO BE ONE OF THE FIRST REGIONS TO SEE VALUES IMPROVE. It is amazing to think that according to Tinsa, one of Spain´s leading property valuation and survey companies that whilst prices are still falling there are real signs of improvement in certain areas. Their report “Coastal Homes 2105” reveals that in many areas close to the sea, the price adjustment is gradually slowing down and, although still a minority, there are areas where there are signs of recovery in both prices and building activity. Their report covered 140 areas along the coast and found rising prices in just a quarter of them. Amongst the price rises in Malaga province were Nerja, Estepona, Casares and Manilva, a stark comparison to the 29 areas that are still in double digit free fall. “There is no doubt that we are more or less at the bottom of the cycle, now is certainly a great time to buy” says Geoff Cheshire from the Team Group. “We are seeing strong performances from both our inland and coastal businesses. Inland-property ( www.inland-property.com ) is recruiting more inland villas than ever before in and around the Frigiliana and Torrox valleys as well as in Viñuela and Alcaucin whilst Team España ( www.teamespana.com ) is busy signing coastal villas and apartments from Torrox to Almuñecar”. Demand from British buyer's remains strong which will likely remain the case whilst the euro is under pressure at the prospect of a Greek exit. TORROX A quaint 2/3 bed townhouse in the heart of Torrox village, between the 2 main squares, patio and roof top terrace, furnished. EPC pending.
Price: 125,000 euros ZTM4252
TORROX A spacious 5 bed, 5 bath villa overlooking Torrox village, spectacular views. 5,000m2 plot, large pool, lots of terrace 2 separate apartments, garage, great for rental. EPC rating F
Price: 449,000 euros ZTM4253
sentence that in this case, legally obligating the vendor to sell the product clashed “with the concept advocated by [the pharmacist] regarding the right to life.” However, the court upheld the sanction related to the pharmacy’s refusal to sell condoms, stating that it saw there “no conflict of conscience with constitutional relevance”. It was a tight decision by the court, with several magistrates disagreeing with the final ruling.
NEWS IN SPAIN News from around the Country
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panish police rescued a week-old baby after it was dumped in an underground rubbish container near Madrid. The baby, which was stuffed into a plastic bag inside a rucksack, was found by two officers from the Spanish Civil Guard in Mejorada del Campo. The Civil Guard sent out a tweet with the good news, alongside a photograph of the two officers, Carlos and Andres, holding the baby in their arms. The picture was retweeted thousands of times by Spaniards, who flocked to social media to praise the officers for the rescue. The officers took the baby to Henares hospital while the Civil Guard tries to establish its parents' identities and how it came to be found in a rubbish container.
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ight elderly residents have died and eleven others were injured as a fire swept through a nursing home just outside the northeastern city of Zaragoza.Regional Interior Ministry spokesman Gustavo Alcalde said the cause of the fire, which broke out, is still unknown and was being investigated. Mr Alcalde said one of the nursing home's caretakers was also hospitalised. One man with serious burns is in a critical condition in the intensive care unit of a local hospital, regional health spokesman Sebastian Celeya said, adding the others are suffering from smoke inhalation. The fire appears to have started in a first-floor bedroom of the three-
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story building, fire brigade spokesman Carlos Carilla said. The fire department had responded to a phone call from a person who asked for help to evacuate elderly people and said a mattress in a bedroom had caught fire.
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Spanish pharmacy that was fined for refusing to sell women morning-after pills has been told that its right to “ideological freedom” was violated by the sanction. The regional health authorities of Andalusia, in southern Spain, fined the pharmacy in Seville €3,000 (£2,130) in 2008, because it sold neither the emergency contraceptive morning-after pill nor condoms. Spanish pharmacies are required by law to provide both, with no prescription required. However, the constitutional court has overturned the decision on appeal. It took into account the fact that the owners of the pharmacy in question were officially registered as “conscientious objectors” on issues where they see a professional conflict between the law and their own beliefs. Apparently drawing a parallel between the morning-after pill and abortion, the court ruled in its sentence that in
Spanish nun with a social conscience would ordinarily be expected to help underprivileged children in her community, or perhaps do missionary work in the developing world. But Teresa Forcades from the Benedictine monastery of Montserrat, near Barcelona, is no ordinary sister. A Harvardeducated doctor in public health, she has clashed with medical orthodoxy with her outspoken views on vaccines. She is a devoted member of the Catholic Church, but has written critically about the institution as misogynistic and uncaring. Now Ms Forcades is taking a step further and is moving into frontline politics. Her new Holy Grail is to unite Catalonia’s left-wing parties to bring about not only an independent state, but one that is as free of the ravages of global capitalism as it is of interference from Madrid.
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TAJ MAHAL Traditional Indian Tandoori Restaurant
We offer an “eat as much as you like” menu, as many starters, main courses & desserts as you want. which is all freshly cooked to order. You do not have to move from your table as everything is served to you.
9.95€
Children under 10 - 6.50€
7.00€
Menu del Dia
7.00€
Every Day 1pm - 4pm Starters: Poppadom & Pickle Tray Mains: Curry with rice or naan (chicken, lamb, prawn or veg) with rice or nan
Torrox Costa (Next to Post Office) Open 12.00-16.00 / 18.00-24.00 Daily Tel: 952 534 972 / 632 583 950 10 The Grapevine
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Restaurante Cantueso
Summer opening: Lunch & Dinner Tuesday to Saturday. Sundays Lunch only and closed Monday. Tapas and light bites every day. A la carte always available. Please let us know you are coming – it helps with planning! See our website and blog for menu and latest information
Restaurante y Casas Rurales Periana Tel: 699 946 213 e-mail: info@cantueso.net
See out website for menus, live webcam, videos and directions www.cantueso.net Blog: www.cantuesoblog.es
Cómpeta campo. At first, we thought he was probably lost but as he had no microchip, his owners couldn't be traced and sadly, nobody came forward to report him as lost. He's currently being fostered by a family who have kindly agreed to keep him if his previous owners can't be found. Do you recognise him?
ACTION FOR ANIMALS August News
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ast month we extended our Trap-Neuter-Return project to the nearby village of Sayalonga, where we're financing the neutering of the cats you may have seen as you pass by the bins there, on the road up to Cómpeta. We've been providing food for them for some time, but now we hope to get them all neutered, in order to stabilise the numbers in the existing colony. Trap-Neuter-Return is the humane and effective approach for stray and feral cats. Scientific studies show that Trap-Neuter-Return improves the lives of feral cats and decreases the size of colonies over time. Cats are humanely trapped and taken to a veterinarian to be neutered. After recovery, the cats are returned to their home - their colony - outdoors. Action for Animals has been using the TrapNeuter-Return method for over 7 years in Cómpeta and has
also financed neutering projects in our neighbouring villages of Canillas de Albaida, Archez, Sedella, Salares and as far away as Alhama de Granada. We will continue this work for as long as it's needed. A few weeks ago, we were contacted by a lady in Cómpeta who was unable to keep her little ginger kitten Coco and asked if we could help her find a new home for him. Fortunately, a few days previously, Ana, one of our regular charity shop customers, had generously offered to rehome a kitten should we need to find a home for one in the future. A couple of phone calls later and Coco is now settling comfortably into his lovely new home, with Ana. Now that's what I call synchronicity! And now we'd like to ask for your help, for the animals pictured here.
Goldie, the labrador is currently living in Cómpeta, but his owners can no longer keep him. He's one year old, castrated, fully vaccinated and chipped. If you're able to offer him a new home, please contact us.If you'd like more information about any of these animals, please call into the shop or ring Nina on the number below. Action for Animals Charity Shop, Avenida de la Constitución 59, Cómpeta. Summer opening hours: 10.00 13.30 Monday to Saturday. Telephone 660586040 Follow us on Facebook: Action for Animals (UK/Spain)
The tiny old Yorkshire Terrier was found outside a house in the
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Lucy, a pup of just 7 weeks old, was thrown over the fence into a garden in Archez, where she was fortunately rescued by animal lovers Julie and Tony. She's around 9 weeks old now and needs a loving home. She loves to play with other dogs and walks well on a lead. Tony and Julie already have 5 dogs and can't keep her. Can you give little Lucy a home, or foster her?
Plaza Almijara,
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Closed Sundays
Breakfast, Tapas & Full Menu Caña and Tapa 2 Euros Pitufo y Café 2 Euros Weekly Menu 8 Euros Sunday Menu 10 Euros
To advertise call 637 028 873
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El Cortijo
Bar & Restaurante
Aurelia and Natalia have taken over El Cortijo (formly Cortico Paco) with 10 years of experience as chefs at a previous restaurant in Competa they are now looking forward to having their own restaurant where they will offer new flavours and new ideas. They offer customers a relaxed atmosphere, fabulous food with spectacular views down to the coast.
Summer Terrace Open
Open for dinner every day incl Sunday evenings 'A la carte' menu 6.30pm until 11.00pm Open for Sunday lunch 1pm until 4.00pm Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding and veg 7 euro Choice of starters and deserts available. Full ‘a la carte� menu also available
Private on-site Parking
Avd Canillas 6, Competa, Tel: 952 553 647, Mov: 679 080 521 / 617 066 855 16 The Grapevine
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BAR AMALIA OPENS IN ARCHEZ Dot is back cooking!
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ast month Bar Amalia in Archez was opened by Dot Barrett. Dot is by no means a stranger to the community having lived in the village for around 11 years and is married to the local English electrician Mike. Just before Dot and Mike moved to Spain they ran a Restaurant, Bar and Motel business in the Lincolnshire Wolds near Skegness. Dot was the chef serving both traditional pub food in the busy restaurant and fine dining at the weekends. It wasn’t unusual for Dot to cook for 90 to100 covers over the weekend. The Restaurant was so successful they bought a pub in the next village and ran both places at the same time! It was always Dots dream to have a restaurant as she loves cooking and has gained Diplomas in both professional cooking and catering. Initially she was employed as a PA
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to an MD of a large international group and attended corporate events where her love of cooking was well known so she was often invited into the kitchens of large hotels and shown around. Dot was also able to put her love of cooking into actual practice as she regularly entertained Mike’s clients at home. However, as soon as they were in a position to buy their own restaurant and the kids were older they fulfilled their dream of owning their own business and Dot could cook every day! As a result of both business being successful Dot and Mike were incredibly busy leaving very little times for themselves and each other so they decided to slow down and retire to Spain. They settled in Archez and renovated a town house which kept them busy for a while. However, it wasn’t long before Dot was bored and looked to cooking to occupy the gap. Dot
became well known in Archez for her fabulous Jams and chutneys then cakes and scones and more recently for her frozen meals, which she delivered locally. At the beginning of the year they decided it was time once again to take on their own place as retirement and even semi retirement didn’t suit them! They were aware of Bar Amalia being up for rent and with its fabulous views and different seating, eating and drinking areas they thought it would be the perfect all year round place to take on. Dot explained they had to make a considerable investment, new kitchen, washer, cooker and utensils along with make the place brighter, lighter and more modern than before. So last month they finally opened Bar Amalia which they hope offers a place to dine, drink and relax in the lovely village of Archez with great views of the countryside. The Bar is separate to the dining areas and there is English television in the bar which will show the latest sporting events. However, the best bit is the food! Dot is back in the kitchen doing what she loves with a menu to appeal to all nationalities, from Shnitzel to Indian food alongside traditional Spanish favourites. Every week there are 4 to 5 specials which are changed every Friday evening giving you a reason to keep coming back to try something different. Along with a full menu you can also stop by for a snack, breakfast or tea and homemade cakes or scones. Sunday Lunch is also proving successful and this runs alongside their normal menu and specials board. Dot will continue her frozen meals business and this will operate out of the bar along with anything you want as takeaway on the menu. Also, her jams and chutneys can be bought that are on display in the bar which is called her Country Kitchen. Dot is pleased to be back cooking and welcomes you to her restaurant and hopes you enjoy her meals as much as she has enjoyed preparing it.
To advertise call 637 028 873
Bar Amalia
Dot welcomes you to Cafe Bar Amalia in Archez for home cooked meals using local seasonal ingredients.
Coffee/tea and cake available throughout the day.
Favourites from the Menu
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Brunch and a selections of Snacks from 11.00am.
Starter Homemade mackerel pate 3.95 euro
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Specials Board changing every Friday
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Sunday lunch. Served from 1pm to 6pm Choice of lamb beef or pork with all the trimmings 8 euros .
Ask about our Country Kitchen for frozen meals and also our chutneys and jams that are available to buy.
Mains Roasted red pepper filled with meat and tomato sauce and topped with cheese served with homemade chips and salad garnish (vegetarian option filled with rice & spinach in a tomato sauce) 7.50 euro
Enjoy the fabulous views over Archez from our terrace or conservatory or chill out with a glass of wine in our bar area on one of our sofas. Hours of Opening Mon & Tues 10.30 - 3.00pm & 5.30pm until close Thur, Fri & Sat 10.30 until close Closed Wednesdays Sun 12.30 until Close .
Last orders for food 10pm Tel 634302480
HOTEL BALCÓN DE CÓMPETA THE THREE STAR HOTEL IN THE BEAUTIFUL VILLAGE OF CÓMPETA C/San Antonio, 75 - Cómpeta Tel: (+34) 952 55 3662 / 3535 Fax (+34) 952 51 6780 Email: info@hotel-competa.com WHATSAPP: (+ 34) 671132563 FACEBOOK: /HotelBalconDeCompeta Website: www.hotel-competa.com
RESTAURANTE MARIA SUNDAY LUNCH: Every Sunday in August in the pool bar (No Carvery). Traditional Roast Beef and Yorkshire Pudding (other dishes are available). PAELLA every sunday in the Pool Bar, from 1.00pm BBQ NIGHT Every Saturday: From 7.30pm enjoy a fantastic BBQ on the terrace of the Hotel. Reservation Recommended. SATURDAY 1ST AUGUST: AMERICAN BBQ & LIVE LATIN MUSIC in the Swimming Pool Bar, from 1pm, free Entrance. On this night, dinner will be served in the Swimming Pool Bar. FRIDAY 7TH AUGUST: POOL PARTY in the Swimming Pool Bar, from 7pm, free Entrance. Bring your Swim-Suit! SATURDAY 8TH AUGUST: AIRE FLAMENCO Live Music, from 8.00pm on the terrace. FRIDAY 21TH AUGUST: MOONSHINE Live Music from 8.00pm on the terrace. SATURDAY 29TH AUGUST: ACCOUSTIC ROOTS Live Music, from 8.00pm on the terrace. New “A la Carte” Menu and New Wine List Available New Breakfast Menu including a Full English Breakfast Kitchen open daily for Dinner in the Bar or on the Terrace. Lunch is served now in the Pool Bar with a Special Menu and also Menu del dia for Lunch, only 8 euros including one drink (not available on Sundays & Night of the Wine) Swimming Pool Bar is open in August from 11.00am to mid night Fridays & Saturdays and the rest of the week from 11.00am to 7.00pm. The Swimming Pool is open to the public everyday from 11.00am to 7.00pm with an entrance of 3€pp
Info & Reservations: +34 952553535 info@hotel-competa.com Taxi Service available 24h
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or mental dexterity such as drawing, painting, pottery, carving, ceramics, writing, singing, acting, sewing knitting, this is not just to improve the mind and body with increased skills; devoting 2 hours to a sense of achievement and self development is spiritually and emotionally uplifting.
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WE HAVE 24 HOURS IN A DAY IN WHICH TO WORK, REST AND PLAY How might we use this time to live optimally?
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e use or at least we should use a third of this time for sleep, to heal and repair the body and mind. Less than 8 hours leads us to the path of mental and physical decline. A full nights' sleep engendering a sense of energetic well being is a perfect way to carpe diem. Fuelling and feeding the body might take 2 hours; eating whole fresh ripe raw plants, the very best food, takes the digestion and therefore the body and mind to an entirely new level of health and happiness. Exercising the body ten percent of the day; 2 1/2 hours to try running, walking very briskly, hiking, swimming, rebounding, resistance
training. The body is made for movement, failing to use our bones and muscles creates aches pains and incapacity, mistakenly taken as the normal ageing process, yet we know that folk well into their 90's can do all of the aforegoing. Half an hour of personal grooming ; washing, towelling, brushing, stroking the skin and hair feels wonderful. Clearing and calming the mind with meditation or stillness, learning to let go and accept life as it happens for just an hour will keep a sense of balance, a sensation that all is very well. Who has not quietly watched the sun rise or seen the sunset and been utterly fulfilled and at peace?
Focused talking and being with people and perhaps animals for 1 hour. Spending time with those we like and love keeps us anchored and connected to the reality of belonging to our family however and whatever we perceive it to be. 7 hours to 'work' or earn money. If we are not enjoying a large part of our day, we will be unbalanced, and being out of kilter leads to dis-ease and sickness. We need to ask have we made deals with ourselves that we will just do this work for a limited time to pay for whatever? How is this working out? Can we have 'enough' money without needing to spend time that is at odds with our spirit? Is there actually such a thing as 'enough money'? If we are sensible our work will entail doing what we love, and if we are loving our life, happiness and health abound. Jane Gudge
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Jan finishing the “El Duque” hill
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DESAFIO DX2 HALF IRONMAN TRIATHLON GRANADA 2015 Swim like your going to drown, Ride like you stole it and Run like they are chasing you.
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nly after signing up were we told that it is considered one of the toughest triathlons in Spain. The race consisted of a 2km swim in a reservoir in the picturesque village of Güejar Sierra, a 2km run to collect our bikes from the local sports hall (transition 1) An 80k bike ride up to the village of Pradollano, the main ski resort in the Sierra Nevada. And finally into transition 2 where we dumped the bikes and donned our trainers for a 19k run around the ski slopes above Pradollano to the finish line. First some background information, Jansen Riley and myself (Steve Twiselton) both live in Competa, we competed in our first triathlon in October last year in Malaga. The distance was a lot shorter. It consisted of a 750 metre swim, 20K bike ride and a 5k run, but none the less it was still a very tough race as it is considered a sprint event. After that race it's fair to say we both had the bug and signed up for a number of races in Andalucia in the first half of 2015. In all the
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events the triathletes start off at the same time however beforehand competitors are grouped into various classifications depending on age and sex. My group is the 40-50 male category known as Veteran 1 or Masters. I prefer to call it Masters for obvious reasons but my wife calls it the midlife crisis category! Both of our results have improved race after race, and the hard work paid off for Jan when he collected a trophy for 3rd place finish in his category at the Marbella Sprint Triathlon. Another reason for signing up for the Sierra Nevada Desafio DX2 was on the back of us joining CD Axarlon sports club based in the Torre Del Mar/Velez area. The team consists of 20+ triathletes ageing from 20 to 60. On our first training session with a few of the team members they mentioned that 11 of the team had already signed up for Desafio DX2 Half Ironman in Granada. So to get into the spirit of things we registered for the race the next day, leaving 6 weeks to train.
Race Day The team stayed the night before in log cabins on a campsite just 2km from the race start. After a restless night sleep, the alarm went off at 6am giving us 1.5 hours to get ready, vacate the cabin and get to Transition 1 so we could drop off the bikes. This is where it started to go wrong. All the team were running late and we arrived at transition 1 with just 10 minutes to spare before it closed at 7.30am. Jan and I were asked for out ID's which in the rush we had left back at the campsite. Jan held a quick vote and decided that I should make the 4k round trip on bike to collect the ID's. On my return we were told we had missed the cut off for leaving the bikes, however after some pleading they decided there was just enough time to drop them off and get to the start line. This gave us 10 minutes to get to the lake for the start; the lake was 1.5k away. We set off on foot running towards the start line, I had my wetsuit over my shoulder, and Jan had left his behind in the transition area by mistake. We took a shortcut wading across a shallow river and got to the start line with a couple of minutes to spare!
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2K Swim Start
Views from the run over Pradollano
11k mark: telescope on Pico Veleta (2920 metres)
The Race – Swim Leg (2km swim in the Reservoir at Gßejar Sierra) The swim leg is considered one of the toughest parts of the short distance sprint triathlons; it can be chaotic, with legs kicking frantically, people climbing over each other just to get into some space. However in this race things were a lot calmer, as this section of the race only lasts for 30-40 minutes depending on ability, it is crazy to go too fast. The water was warm, I was wearing a wetsuit, there was lots of space, it was a pleasant start to the race for me and I exited the water in 50th position of 125. Having forgotten his wetsuit, the swim leg was always going to be more difficult for Jan as a good wetsuit can reduce swim times by up to 15%. Jan exited the water 5 minutes later. Once out of the water we had a 2k trail run up to the village of Sierra Guerra to collect our bikes and start the 80k bike section. 80K Bike Section The first 15k was on a very steep hill called El Duque. El Duque is a narrow lane that climbs steeply from Gßejar Sierra up towards the main road that links the city of Granada to the ski resort of
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Pradollano. In this section I was feeling in good shape, even overtaking people on the way up. I was confident the training Jan and I had put in over the last 6 months for the triathlon series was paying off. The temperature was already well over 30 degrees, so it was important to take on water and energy drinks at every opportunity. I stopped at the first water stop and collected another two 500ml bottles of water and set off for the 15k very fast downhill section towards Granada. Still feeling good, I was enjoying the moment, I over took another 5-6 triathletes on this section as well as consuming half a pack of jelly babies and some Soreen malt loaf! Although the roads were open to traffic, the police were situated at every junction to stop cars as we made are way down towards Granada and then to the village of Monachil. This is when things started to get tough. The temperature continued to rise as did the road. From Monchil to the Albergue Universitario located above Pradollano the road climbed from 792 metres to 2500metres. That's 450 meters higher than the highest peak of Mount Maroma that overlooks the Axarquia region of Andalucia. On this section, is a
popular stretch of road for cyclists called El Purche. It's long and steep with no shade. The road continued to climb. Every time I looked up I could see the crash barriers of the next section above me. It was soul-destroying and it was getting hotter. A couple of riders were pushing their bikes. Then I was overtaken by a group of 5 riders. Unknown to me I had nearly made it to the top, I decided to stop. As soon as I stopped, I threw up! My neck and back were burning from the heat, I felt terrible. At this point in my head I was blaming Jan for persuading me to sign up for the challenge! Unfair, but true. I walked for about 200 metres when a spectator told me than I was only a few hundred metres from the top of the famous stretch of road. I jumped back on the bike and made it to the next water stop 500 metres away. This was the turning point for me; I had already decided in my head that I would never do it again. 2K later I was sick again and was being overtaken every few minutes. Alex from the team stopped next to me at the side of the road and walked with me for a few hundred metres. This gesture was enough to get me back on the bike push on towards the end of the bike
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leg. The last 20K was a steep 7k uphill ride from Pradollano to the Albegue and back down to Pradollano. In this section, as it is a loop, you get to see many of the other triathletes who were all shouting encouragement to each other. Just before I finished the bike leg I spotted Jan, I had stopped blaming him by this point, and seeing him definitely lifted my spirits for the 19k run. 19K Run After slapping on some factor thirty onto my already sun burnt shoulders; I started the run from Pradollano up the ski slopes to the telescope on Pico Veleta. When I say run, I mean run very slowly or walk! Before the race we had decided that it would be easier to break it down into small distances for psychological reasons. Try and think of it in three 5k sections and one 4k section. The reality was I ran 200 metres and walked 100 and so on. Bizarrely I started to overtake people. Admittedly very slowly, but and overtake was and overtake! At the 3k mark Jan went past me on his bike heading in towards the end of his bike section. We both cheered each
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other on; again these small gestures genuinely make a difference when you are feeling beat. I caught up with Paco and Alex from CD Axarlon around the 5K mark and we stayed together running a small section then walking a small section until we reached the 11k mark which was at the telescope located on Pico Veleta (2920 metres). On the mountain opposite there was still snow. I had read about the effects of high altitude exercise, but my legs felt so tired I was not sure if it affected me or not. From the 11k mark it was all downhill for the next 8k into the village of Pradallano to the finish. I crossed the line in 8hrs 28 minutes. Jan's run section was more or less the same time as mine and he crossed the finish line an hour later. Post Race At the finish line we were all offered free food, beer, soft drinks and sports massages, and all triathletes sat together and chatted about which sections were the toughest, easiest etc and how we found the race in general. It was at this moment it really all felt worth while taking part in such a tough event. There was definitely camaraderie amongst
the triathletes and a lot of mutual respect. And for me the one single gesture that summed this up was when the last triathlete of the race was a few hundred meters away from the finish line the compere of the event asked everyone to make their way to the finish line to give the guy a round of applause. Everyone obliged. For us, there was one final challenge. That was to get back on our bikes and pedal back to the car which was 20k away at the start line! Thankfully it was all downhill. On the drive back to Competa we chatted about the race and decided we probably wouldn't do it again as once was enough. However the next day I received a text message from Jan talking about another race he had found! As I am finishing writing this article three days have passed and Jan and I have just been out for a 40K bike ride. We discussed what kind of training we should have done and how we could improve our times, it very easy to forget the hard bits and remember the best moments. So, until next year!!! Steve Twiselton
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Falling fertility rates Spain’s fertility rate in 2012 was 1.32, a long way down from 2.20 notched up in 1980 but up from the 2000 figure of 1.23. Spain's first-time mums are also Europe's oldest with women putting off having their first baby until they are 32. While this trend towards having fewer babies is in line with European trends, there have been concerns raised about Spain's ageing population with representatives from the United Nations Children’s Fund warning Spain’s ageing population could cause serious social and economic problems that could damage the pensions and healthcare systems. Youth hardest hit by unemployment At 23.7 percent Spain's unemployment is one of the highest in Europe and consistently rates as one of Spanish citizens' chief preoccupations in the monthly polls carried out by the government research body CIS. While the figure has dropped from the 25.65 percent of mid-2014 it remains a serious problem, and for people under 25, the jobless rate is 52 percent. On top of that, there are 1.79 million families with all working-age members unemployed. Falling wages The economic crisis has hit Spanish workers harder than their counterparts in most other countries. Average salaries have fallen by an average of 2 per cent a year since 2007, more than anywhere else in Europe except Greece.
Spain's total workforce, some 7.7 million people, are so-called 'mileuristas', earning €1,000 a month or less. Rainbow marriages The expense of weddings and changing attitudes to traditional marriage have had an impact on post-crisis Spain. In 2000, the average rate of marriages per year per 1000 inhabitants was 5.4 but that fell to around 3.6 by 2010. The 2013 rate was just 3.3. There were 155,098 couples married in 2013, down 8 per cent on the previous year. Same-sex marriages accounted for 3,102 of those, a slight fall from 2012's 3,834 figure. A total of 30,453 gay and lesbian couples have been married in Spain since it was made legal in 2005. Life on the streets Figures on homelessness are notoriously difficult to obtain but Spain's national statistics institute reports that 22,938 people used the country's homeless hostels and shelters in 2012, the latest year for which numbers are available. Major Spanish charity Caritas, meanwhile, estimates there are over 30,000 people living on the streets in Spain, and highlights that there were 35.908 home evictions in the country from January to July 2013. Some 83 percent of the people evicted did not have another home, Caritas said. Source George Mills, local es
The mean average monthly salary in Spain in 2013 was just €1,324 while 34 per cent of the country's 16,682,861 employees earned the minimum wage of €645. Tax office figures show that almost half of Spain's total workforce, some 7.7 million people, are so-called
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THE GRAPEVINE MEETS STEVE TAYLOR, WRITER OF ‘SHADES IN THE SUN’ hen local author Steve Taylor first visited Cómpeta in the Axarquía, he had no idea that his first novel would be set against the backdrop of the village.
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been coming to our villa, Competa has really earned a place in our hearts. When I had an idea for a book, it was important to me tot part of it in Spain, as a kind of tribute to Competa and the friends we have made here.
The Grapevine caught up with Steve for a chat about his book, ‘Shades in the Sun’.
So, is the book a flattering account of Competa? Absolutely, yes. I have always been treated with kindness here and would like to think that the book might encourage a few more people to visit. Some of the places in ‘Shades in the Sun’ are recognisable Competa sights, such as the Church of La Asuncion and Plaza Almijara. Some of the characters are also based upon real people – with their permission, of course!
What made you decide to set your story in Spain? I first visited Competa some 7 years ago when my wife and I were looking for a house. I fell in love with the village and have never really forgotten the first impressions it made upon me. There is something very special about the Gaudi meeting point and the view over to Competa from there. Over the years that we have
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Did you write the book here in Spain?
Yes, quite a lot of it. I spent almost a week here getting the first chapters down on paper. Then I have come back regularly to put together all my ideas and look at details of the places mentioned. I find that the quiet of the mountains outside Competa has been the ideal setting for writing. Where did you get the inspiration for ‘Shades in the Sun’? A couple of years ago, there was a very successful novel in the bestseller charts, featuring a chap called Christian Grey. I think you know the one I mean! I’ve never read the book myself, but as everyone was talking about it, it got me thinking about what it would be like if there was a goodlooking, wealthy person in real life that was actually called Christian Grey.
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I wanted to have a bit of fun with the idea. My son is called Christian and my wife’s family name is Bray, and once I got on the track, the ideas just kept rolling! Can you tell us a bit about the plot? Christian Brey works in London as an estate agent and all around him, people areengrossed in a sexy novel called ‘Shades in the Sun’. He isn’t too bothered to start with, but when he is passed over for promotion and even the girls in the office seem obsessed with the book, he starts to get fed up with all the references to his famous namesake. To get away from the fuss, he decides to head off to Spain for a break. Once there, he begins to forget his worries and makes some new friends. But when some diners in a restaurant get wind that he may be the real Christian Braye, Christian begins to wonder if he will ever be free of ‘Shades in the Sun.’
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It sounds fun. Is ‘Shades in the Sun’ a romantic novel? There is certainly romance in the book, but it is quite hard to categorise. I’m not sure if I’m allowed to call ‘Shades in the Sun’ ‘chick-lit’ as it was written by a man (!), but I would say it is that kind of genre. I am not pretending that the book will change your life, but it is great fun, with interesting characters and a quirky plot. I’d say it is the perfect beach read. Is the book set entirely in Competa? No! It also features London, Puerto Banus, Amsterdam and a little bit of Barbados! Steve, you are quite brave to self-publish a book. Are you a full-time writer? Actually, I used to own and manage a couple of catering outlets and more recently I have been running my own garden design business. Working outside without too many distractions has really allowed me to develop my
ideas. Mind you, I often woke up at 3.33am and had to scribble down a few paragraphs before I forgot them! Self-publication has been a steep learning curve, but I have been grateful for all the help I’ve received along the way. This is your first book, are you planning on writing more? I do have an idea for another novel. It also has a Spanish theme but a very different kind of story from ‘Shades in the Sun’. Where can readers buy ‘Shades in the Sun’? The book is available as a Kindle download or paperback from Amazon, priced at just £3.56 and £7.95. You can also purchase a paperback copy from Todo Papel and Marco Polo book shop in Cómpeta priced at 9.95 euros.
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Local News Noche Del Vino 2015 August 15th - Cómpeta
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PLAZA ALMIJARA 11:00 The day begins with solemn mass in the honour of Our Lady of the Assumption in the parish church in the Plaza Almijara . PLAZA DE LA VENDIMIA 12.00 Traditional Treading of the Grapes 13.00 Awards ceremoy 14:00 Traditional free lunch of Migas, Bacaleo, salad, grapes and wines of Competa.. 15:30 Concert
One of the most popular annual fiesta's in Cómpeta is the Noche del Vino (Night of the Wine). On the 15th of August it features a program of flamenco and sevillana music and dance plus plenty of free flowing wine! The event pays homage to the town's patron saint Nuestra Senora de la Asuncion, and is traditionally a day to make merry before the harvest begins. But since 1974 and thanks to a local man, Aurelio Fernandez Navas, who started the practice of dispensing free samples of the local wine to revelers, it has become one of the Axarquia's most important yearly events. In the fiesta, All day there is a traditional Price: to 155,000€ Price: which is declared be of National Tourist Interest in 185,000€ Medieval market from the Plaza Price: 159,000€ Ref: T779 Ref: Almijara v561 to Plaza Vendimia Ref: ZTM 3853 Andalucia, traditional activities such as the foot Competa Location: Competa Location: Competa treading ofLocation: the locally collected grapes is carried out During the day entertainment Beds:in2 the Bath: 1 de la Vendimia. It isBeds: be provided by local dance Beds: 2 Baths: 1 Baths: 2 in the wine press Plaza an 2 will and music groups. Size: Size: 150m² 97m² ideal day out and to 75m² discover how wine is made and Size: to Pool: Over Yes 300 litres of oil will be on Pool: Yes Pool: No enjoy the local food. PLAZA ALMIJARA 11.30PM Taurusmigas, Real Estate Inland-Property Sunset hand to prepare the traditional dish made out of Properties Speeches and Flamenco Dancing fried breadcrumbs with which to soak up the alcohol. Cómpeta sees more than 1,500 litres of wine shared out Turn over to find out what bars to the 3,500 visitors who enjoy the day each year and and restaurants are around to relive one of the most deeply rooted traditions of eat and drink in throughout the Cómpeta. day.
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Summer exhibition at the fabulous gallery in Competa. Exhibiting drawings, ceramics, paintings, photography & sculptures.. It can be found opposite restaurant El Pilon Price: 99,000€ and is worth Ref: a visit 294whilst wondering aroundTorrox the village Location: Beds: 2 Baths: 1 during the festivities. Size: 65m² Pool: Yes Tu Rincon Del Sol
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Alberdini Pago La Lomilla 85 Cómpeta Tel: 952 516 294
Restaurante El Pilon C/Laberinto Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 35 12
Casa Paco Plaza Almijara 6 Cómpeta Tel: 657 324 491
“A different place that will not leave you indifferent!” A cool and funky place to enjoy just a drink, snack or 3 course meal. Excellent value menu del dia and stunning views down to the coast. Why not eat and stay over in one of our unique rooms or bungalows.
Enjoy a fabulous meal on there terrace or lovely patio. El Pilon restaurant serves Spanish and international dishes using fresh locally sourced produce. Tom and Dani welcome everyone to this well established restaurant ,one of the most popular in the area. www.restaurantelpilon.com
Based in the main plaza of Cómpeta, Plaza Almijara . Casa Paco serves fabulous wines accompanied by the best steaks in the village . You can also opt for a lighter meal by choosing a tapa or racion form the menu.. Eat outside in the main plaza or inside at their traditional bar.
La Taperia Plaza Almijara Cómpeta
Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Avenida de la Consitucion Competa Tel: 951 70 76 38
La Esquina de Miguel Plaza Axarquia Cómpeta Tel: 952 51 67 54
La Taperia is tucked into the corner of the Plaza Almijara. Opened in 2015 and serves Breakfast, tapas and a full menu. La Taperia serves well priced meals and traditional tapas and is an excellent base to sit outside and people watch!
The Teteria has both inside and outside comfortable seating areas. It serves a selection of different Morracan specials, various teas and juices plus there is a great shop to browse round. Try their great menu del Dia or fantastic Spanish dishes always served with a smile!
Bar Miguel is found in the main car park area. It has both inside and outside eating and drinking areas. Popular with locals for drinks and snacks. Bar Miguel offers food from tapas to main meals. A great stop off point before heading home.
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Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta Calle San Antonio 75 Tel: 952 55 3662 / 952 55 3535 www.hotel-competa.com A 3 star hotel in Competa with stunning views. Stay in a rooms or bungalow. Relax by the pool which is open to all. Have a drink or meal on their large terrace and soak up the mountain and sea views. Enjoy a cocktail in the evening at their new chill out area by the pool.
Pavo Real Torrox/ Competa Road Tel: 654 869 083
El Cortico Avd Canillas 6 Competa Tel: 952 553 647
This bar/restaurant is the place to go and have a few drinks and homemade food to get away from the hustle and bustle of Noche del vino celebrations. Or go there early and have a full English breakfast in peace before setting off for the festivities.
El Cortijo restaurant has wonderful views over the village and down to the Mediterranean sea. Recently taken over by Chef Natalia and Aurelia they offer a wide range of traditional spanish food along with popular international dishes.
Meson Las Gemelas Avenida Torrox, 4 Cómpeta Tel : 952 51 63 95
El Recreo Next to the Town Hall Cómpeta Tel : 952 51 60 43
Café Bar Perico Plaza Almijara Cómpeta Tel: 952 51 60 43
Las Gemelas is the perfect location for a meal or drinks on the day of the Noche del Vino as its location is less than a few minutes walk from the Plaza Vendemia. The bar offers on the day seating at the front and a great terrace at the back along with inside dining.
El Recreo opened Last year and is found behind the Town Hall. . It consists of three floors including an outside terrace inside dining area and chill out roof terrace. Serving breakfast, tapas and a la carte menu run by Antonio and Belen.
This restaurant café bar is run by the Perico family and is situated in the centre of the Plaza Almijara opposite the church. It serves specials such as chicken in Cómpeta wine sauce and a great selection of tapas.
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La Boutique de Competa Avd. Constitucion 21, Competa Tel: 952 553 331
Sugar & Spice Calle Cazadores 12 C贸mpeta Tel: 952 51 61 17
A beautiful shop above the Plaza selling wonderful artisan items including clothes, pictures, paintings, bags and an extensive range of jewellery along with many local products. This shop is different from the rest as it sells handmade items, many of which are made on the premises in their work shop.
For lovers of all things beautiful a trip to La Boutique is a must! With their three floors selling homewares, cookware, giftware, and much more, it is the perfect place to have a browse. And if you are missing any essential summer items, they also now stock both bikinis and shoes!
Situated in a converted donkey bodega, each area of the shop brims with luscious, giftware, food, furniture and ladies clothes. Visit the stall at the Noche del Vino market to see a fabulous selection of giftware and clothes.
Samusalud Avenida de Contsitucion, 43 Competa Tel: 625 029316
Casa de la Pasa Avenida Constiticion, no. 4 Competa
Gasalinero, Petrol Station Convenience Store and Garage Tel; 952 55 34 03
Samusalud is an Herbalist and Health Care Store. It is a fantastic shop selling ecological, gluten free, vegan and baby food. Therapies are available from massages to Reiki and reflexology- so truly relax whilst you are here in Competa!
A shop brimming full of local produce such as wines, spices, raisins, nuts, hams, cakes, sweets and much, much more from local products to ceramics and artisania. It is located opposite the school just down from the Hotel Balcon.
Whether you need pick up some teabags, pool products, paint or petrol, Competa's local petrol station is at hand. Open from 7am to 10pm, 365 days a year, the newly refurbished shop and garage sells everything from wine and chocolates to dog food...all at local prices!
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Asesoria Axarquia Our office has offered comprehensive help and advice to our foreign clients in the Axarquia area for more than 15 years Our experience is based on: Land Registry: • Registration of properties • Corrections/Update of properties • Plot measurements and ownership exchanges
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SPAIN OUTSTRIPS FRANCE AND ITALY IN WINE EXPORTS Spain is the biggest exporter of wine in the world, but why are exports mainly in bulk, rather than bottled?
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pain is a relative newcomer on the international circuit, compared to the French and Italians, yet it has beaten records to become the biggest wine exporter in the world.
to make space in the wineries for the new grape harvest," Nairy Chaglasyan, Area Manager for J García Carrión, which exports wine to 155 countries worldwide and is the biggest wine producer in Europe and fourth in the world, told The Local.
According to data published on February 23rd by Spanish wine market observatory (Obervatorio Español de los Mercados del Vino – OEM) Spanish wine exports reached 22.8 million hectoliters in 2014, a 22.3 percent rise on 2013.
"Most of the cooperatives sell their wine in bulk - it’s much quicker than having to bottle it - and although there isn’t much profit at least the costs are covered."
But while the volume of sales has increased, profits have fallen 2.2 percent since 2013. According to the latest data, France is now the biggest buyer of Spanish wines; guzzling 5.8 million hectoliters in 2014, a 40 percent rise on the previous year, followed by Germany, Portugal and Russia. But if Spain is the biggest exporter of wine in the world, why have profits fallen? The answer may lie in the fact that the majority of wine exported from Spain, 55 percent, is sold in bulk, i.e. not bottled. "Wine must be exported each year
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Spain, home to the biggest vineyards in the world, has always sold in bulk to its neighbours but profits are falling - the latest figures reveal that in 2014 the average price was 40 cents per litre, compared to 60 cents the year before. It is often more economic for France to export wine in bulk from Spain and then label it, rather than growing the grapes and making the wine themselves. "France has been buying wine in bulk from Spain for years to bottle and sell as its own, (with an EU denomination) or not clearly identifying the origin," said works
Chaglasyan, who points out that the company she works only sells bottled wine with declared Spanish origin. “The French import Spanish bulk for their 'vin de table', for blends and also for re-export - there have been lots of scandals involving French producers mislabeling 'their' wine destined for export to the US." Another important factor in why Spanish wines are so cheap compared to their competitors, according to Chaglasyan, is that Spain opened up to the international market relatively late. "Both France and Italy have a much better international presence, they have more experience in marketing their products and have been exporting for much longer than Spanish producers." According to Chaglasyan, if Spain wants to keep its crown as the world’s biggest exporter along with increasing profits, the country has to work on selling itself and its wine, focusing less on the distinct regions of the country and pushing Spanish wine as a whole. Source. thelocal.es
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Holistic Healing with Andy Dabeba
Crystals - laying of hands Breathing, Meditation & Affirmations
Facials
Manicures
Cutting Massage
Colouring NEW
Waxing
Rehydrating shampoo & conditioner, protects hair against sun, sea and the pool 100% .
Also 50spf face cream with built in colagen and vitamin E .
Offer for all 3 items only 33â‚Ź worth 45â‚Ź.
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THE QUICK CROSSWORD Across 9. Anxious (7) 10. Drool (7) 11. Hearable (7) 12. Luxurious (7) 13. Brine (9) 15. Fruity-smelling compound (5) 16. A small kitchen appliance (7) 19. Wander aimlessly (7) 20. Mistake (5) 21. Becoming proficient (9) 25. Nightclub (7) 26. Walk emphatically (7) 28. Insert (7) 29. Fasten (7)
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4. View (6) 5. Graphic symbol (8) 6. Vilify (10) 7. Disapproved (8) 8. Educator (8) 14. Rainproof (10) 16. Carved deeply into (8) 17. Cardiopulmonary exercises (8) 18. One who makes payment (8) 22. Personal security (6) 23. Set aflame (6) 24. Putting surfaces (6) 27. Unrestrained revelry (4)
1. Chronicles (6) 2. Pertaining to a bride (6) 3. Newbie (slang) (4) 1. Found in both Irish and Indian flag: what is the most sacred colour of Hinduism? 2. Lutz, Axel and Camel are terms associated with what sport? 3. What is currently the UK's longest continuous running game show? 4. What is the stage name of Sir Thomas John Woodward? 5. What is the name for a treat with currants squashed between two thin, oblong biscuits? 6. The world heritage site of Petra is located in what country? 7. Allegro is a musical direction meaning to play how? 8. How many squares/spaces on a chess board? 9. Name the French cartoon skunk that is madly in love with a reluctant cat? 10. Gavin and Stacy: Name of Smithy and Vanessa's baby? 11. What British chocolate company takes its name from its environmental concerns and the high level of cocoa solids it uses? 12. What is the unusual talent/skill of Sally Morgan? 13. What is the name of Sherlock Holmes' housekeeper?
14. 50 cardinals, two flamingos and six penguins attended the 1963 London premiere of what film? 15. The M20 motorway runs through what English county? 16. What animal is on the cover of The Beach Boys' Pet Sounds album? 17. Henry Cooper and Kevin Keegan both appeared in adverts for what after shave? 18. Who is the wife of musician Jamie Cullum? 19. Philip Treacy is known as a designer of what? 20. What is an ice hockey puck made from?
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La Esquina de Miguel
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Special Menu Available Every Day & Evening 8 Euros
Typical Spanish dishes, Breakfast,tapas & meals Free Tapa with every drink on Saturdays We have traditional battered fish & chips, mushy peas & tartar sauce
Quiet terrace Plaza Axarquia, C贸mpeta Tel: 952 51 67 54
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CĂ“MPETA INTERNET SERVICES Silvia Fernandez Torres
We have all the top companies for internet & calls all under one roof We will find the best solution available for you Mobiles sales/repair Internet coffe/printers/fax Ink cartridges
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C/Laberinto, 3 (next to restaurant El Pilon)
In August we will be open mornings only Mon - Fri: 9:30 - 14:00 & Sat: 10:00 - 13:00 Please call for an appointment Tel: 952 55 38 50 URG: 617 00 17 23 Naturvets, Competa
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Sudoku Challenge A true Sudoku Master can complete the puzzles below in less than fifteen minutes!
Level: Easy
Level: Intermediate
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Health & Beauty Rebeccah Curtis ITEC AROMATHERAPY REFLEXOLOGY INDIAN HEAD MASSAGE BOWEN TECHNIQUE CHIROPRACTOR BODY MASSAGE MANICURES PEDICURES FACIAL TREATMENTS LASER HAIR REMOVAL
August Offer SUMMER NIGHTS... PERFECT HANDS ! Pool Repairs New Pools (incl planning and architects etc) Pump Replacements Filters & Sand Changes, Salt Systems & Pure Water Systems Automatic Injection Systems, Re-grouting , Re-tilling, Heat Pumps , Pool Covers Building & Repairing Pools
Tidy up MANICURE...10€ MANICURE with semi-permanent varnish...15€ Semi-permanent FRENCH...17€
11 yrs on the costa del sol Call for a free no obligation quote Tel. 646686463
Urb. Laguna Beach, Centro Comercial B, no16 Torrox Costa, 29793 Malaga TELF: 952 53 0122 Mobile: 651 956 284
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Having Erosion Problems? We have a GREEN solution We are suppliers of a unique non-invasive sterile grass called Vetiver, (Chrysopogon Zizaioides, variety Monto) It is used for stopping erosion. This grass has an incredibly strong vertical root system and grows to the height of about 1.5 meters with roots 3-4 meters deep. We also have Lemon grass available now for 1 Euro each. This grass needs no special soil, fertilizer or care other than regular watering for approximately the first 3 months or until the plants are established. To plant a slip (one stalk) you just make a small hole, and put the slip in. Nothing labour intensive. We have otted larger p plants in t differen sizes & s ce pri
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The plants are planted approximately 30 cm apart so it will take 100 plants per 30 linear meters. .
This is a vary cost effective way to build an underground wall to stop erosion. The Vetiver Grass can handle a great deal of water, or no water at all once established. The roots have the strength of 1.6 mil steel .
Please visit our website for more in-depth information on the Vetiver Grass System. There are many photos, articles and YouTube videos from around the world to view. www.vetiverspain.com .
Please email us or call us for pricing information and availability.
VetiverSpain - Sayalonga, Spain Contact David: (00 34) 692 288 657 email: info@vetiverspain.com
SPAIN - UK - SPAIN DELIVERIES We collect from your address and deliver direct No trans shipping
CHEAPEST PRICES ONLY PAY FOR ONE WAY DELIVERIES EVERY 2 WEEKS email: nerjatransport@gmail.com www.nerjatransport.com Spain Tel: 608091660 UK Tel: 0044 7907735324
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taxiSILVIA déjate llevar SILVIA CRISTINA RODRIGUEZ TORRES CALLE ESTACIÓN 3 CANILLAS DE ALBAIDA T: +34 952 553 180 / 652 635 500 silviarotorres@hotmail.com
Your preferences From the village to the country side, a day trip to Granada, to the hospital, the airport or shopping in Málaga, traveling with Taxi Silvia is a pleasure. Prices With Taxi Silvia there are no unpleasant surprises about the price, we work with fixed rates for several journeys like to the airport or between the village and the country side. Before we drive off the price has been agreed upon.
Air conditioning - Installations & Repair Home Appliance Repairs - Sale & Hire of Sound Equipment - Renewable Energy Jordi - Tecnician - Canillas de Albaida - Mov: 689 50 96 66 See Map Spot 16
Outside Terrace & Inside Dining
Taberna - Restaurant Teteria Hierbabuena
Indian Night with Indian Chef Every Thursday Evening Reservation is recommended Full English Breakfasts always available
Specialising in Moroccan Food, Indian Food & typical Spanish dishes Hot/Cold Tapas & Raciones Opening Hours: Tue-Sun 11am-Close Kitchen open all day 11am-11pm Monday Closed
Reservations call 951 70 76 38 / 610 74 29 53
Avenida de la Constitucion, 35, Cómpeta (near the car park)
Mountain Bike For Sale Rockrider 6.0 Suspension
100 Euros Excellent Condition, used less than a dozen times Size Medium Competa Email: grapevinesales@gmail.com To advertise call 637 028 873
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•August 2015 Horoscopes• ARIES
20th March - 19th April
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TAURUS
n increased understanding of different cultures as well as curiosity about the people who live there might spur you to learn more about those places. Friends or groups could be involved in some way.
GEMINI
CANCER
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ou might have the desire for travel, perhaps to visit a friend who lives far away, Gemini. You may actually set the wheels in motion to make it happen. Social events could take up your time
LEO
LIBRA
VIRGO
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ll your relationships may be enhanced by an increased sensitivity to the needs and feelings of others.o. You may provide melancholy friends with a sympathetic ear, or you may give assistance in resolving problems.
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ou could discuss your ideas with others. The process of communication could open up new doors in your mind, and result in some fascinating insights concerning whatever you're pursuing.
SAGITTARIUS
22th November - 21st December
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eightened intuition could lead to some interesting conversations, Sagittarius. Others could be blown away by your insights into their thoughts, feelings, and desires. You could also feel more expressive than usual.
AQUARIUS
Y
ou should feel very optimistic about your goals. You're probably confident that you will reach them. This positive attitude spills over into your personal relationships.
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ome intense dreams could reveal a lot about you, which might increase your selfawareness and make everything easier for you. The drive to succeed in material and spiritual matters is likely to play a powerful role.
Y
ou might hear about opportunities to increase your income, Either in your current employment, a new job, or perhaps by a project of your own. You may channel a great deal of energy and inspiration toward this end. 23rd August - 22th September
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eople may need to draw on your insight into human nature in order to understand themselves and others. Your common sense could prove invaluable. In the process of sharing your wisdom,
SCORPIO
23rd October - 21st November
A
s you're likely to be feeling especially sensitive to the needs of others, you could be of valuable assistance to this person and anyone else who needs some insight.
CAPRICORN
22th December - 19th January
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powerful drive to express the stories, pictures, or music in your mind could result in your spending as much of the day as you can jotting down your thoughts and ideas.
PISCES
Y
ou may feel highly motivated to move on with what others consider impossible. Impossibility has never stopped you before, and you aren't likely to let it stop you now.
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Salon de Belleza Hair and Beauty Salon
Tin Tin Tin Tin IS the place where you can go and have a full day of beauty treatment: Perm, colouring, hi and low light, wash & set also cuts for men and children, Acrylic nails, manicure, pedicure, facials, waxing, colouring eyelashes, eyebrows & make up. Nueva villa de C贸mpeta Mon-Wed -Fri (Just behind Caf茅 C贸mpeta) 10.00-13.30 &
Tel: 952 516 416
17.00-20.00 .
Tue & Thu 9.30-13.30 .
English, Danish & Spanish
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Sat 10.00 - 14.00
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El Bazar de Competa Perfumery, Herbalist, Cosmetics, Jewellery & Gifts
952 516 895 See Map Spot 30
Avenida Constitucion, Local 5, Competa
CESÁREO Taxi No.4 CÓmpeta
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Casa de la Pasa Wines, Spices, Raisins, Nuts and much much more!
Local Products Artesania & Ceramics A.V Constitucion No.4 Opposite the School, Cómpeta
7 SEATS Mobile: 657 561 197 Tel/Fax: 952 516 205 Email: competataxi@hotmail.com
See Map Spot 20 PROFESSIONAL WINDOW TINTING & SOLAR BLINDS
Keep out the heat but keep the view! Enjoy the sunshine in comfort We tint: cars, mobile homes, offices, conservatories, patio doors, glass curtains, glazed balconies & yachts Infact: if its glass we’ll tint it!
Reduce:Heat, glare & expensive air con expenses
Traditional Spanish Cuisine Breakfast, Lunch & Dinners
For more information contact: 902 888 176 / 644 546 176
Outside Terrace with Stunning views over the village and down to the coast
www.solarshadetinting.com
7 days a week 9.00am until late Tel: 651 30 96 84
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Bar La Extremeña Archez - C/. Camponamor 17
Family run bar in Archez, serving spanish food. Open all day, every day, serving breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Tapas, raciones and main meals. Inside dining or outside dining on the terrace. Can cater for parties ask for more information.
Tel: 952557886
PC See Map Spot 41
We Serve Cocktails: Sex on the beach, Daiquiri, mojito, piña colada, coco loco etc
We now stock Cider! Tel: Rafa 696 34 31 16 Rafa Junior 622 77 94 45
COMPETA Overlooking the main carpark, Cómpeta
no fix no fee
PC & laptop sales and repair, upgrades, networking, maintenance, mobile & tablet repairs Games consoles repaired & upgraded. Also games sold for PS2, PS3,WII, XBOX SLIM/FAT & PSP Toners and Ink Cartridges for all types of printers at the lowest prices.
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ES K JO
What do you call Dracula with hayfever? The pollen count.
Everybody's talking about the new label maker I've bought. I've made quite a name for myself.
Met office are using brand new technology for predicting temperature measurements.
During a job interview yesterday I poured some water into a cup and it overflowed slightly.
Looking at people's photos of dashboard displays on Facebook.
I was fired from my job at the eye-surgery clinic. I raised a few eyebrows that day
"Nervous?" asked the interviewer. I replied simply, "No, I always give 110%"
Following Christopher Lee's death, The Sun have written a full article about Dracula.
I made a vindaloo last night with horse meat. It's no wonder I've got the trots today.
He didn't appear in The Mirror though. i bought a sheepskin coat today which turned out to be a fake. i think i may have been fleeced.
I went for a clerk's job and the interviewer asked me to tell him in the words of a song, why he should give me the job.
Those push-up bras don't work very well do they? I'm wearing my wife's and I still can't manage more than eight.
I said, I believe I can file.
Sudoko Answers from Page 74
Pub Quiz Answers from Page 70 1. Orange 2. Figure skating 3. Countdown 4. Tom Jones 5. Garibaldi 6. Jordan 7. Lively/fast 8. 64 9. Pepe le Pew 10. Neil 11. Green & Blacks 12. Psychic 13. Mrs Hudson
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14. The Birds 15. Kent 16. Goats 17. Brut 18. Sophie Dahl 19. Hats 20. Rubber
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El Mosquin Cómpeta Tel: 608 658 108 www.horseriding-andalucia.com email: caballosmosquin@hotmail.com
"Visit the stables and enjoy a coffee, a refreshment or an icecream in the shades of our terrace. “
Program: FULLMOON RIDES 28.07.-04.08. and 26.08.-03.09. 2-3 hours, refreshment included, price 65 eu. /pers. SUNRISE TREKS During the whole month 2-3 hours, coffee and roll included, price 65 eu./pers.
LOS CABALLOS DEL MOSQUIN Treks for August
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os Caballos del Mosquin can give you some of the best experiences of your holiday. We all know the sun in August is burning hot and that. the nights and the time around sunrise are the most pleasant time temperature wise. In fact, the late evenings are the nicest times to be awake and active! Our night rides give you a new dimension to explore in the
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natural park. Our horses will carry you out into the dark wilderness, but soon you will realize how much you can actually see during the night. There are many more different colours at nighttime and most of the wild animals in the park are night animals during this time of year. We may be lucky to see some of these animals such as wild boar, Ibex, fox and owl.
SHOOTING STARS WATCHING “Las lagrimas de San Lorenzo” 11th, 12th and 13th August 1 hour ride + break on a top for watching, refreshment included, price 50 eu./pers. When you make your reservation we kindly ask you to be exact about your riding level. Please book in advance as these rides have to be well planned for. We look forward to riding with you. “
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CAMPO CUTTINGS BY LORRAINE CAVANAGH Dancing in the Moonlight.
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As light levels fall, our other senses become sharper and thus we are drawn – like moths and other night-time pollinators – by soft scents and piercing perfumes alike. Summer evenings here are made for enjoyment; it's a comfortable time to be outside, lingering over dinner under the stars; ideal to sit and relax letting all the stresses and worries of the day fade away. So create a bit of bewitchment in your night-time garden, here´s how.
glow luminously and seem larger by night; add a dash of silver foliage plants for a hauntingly platinised look; then some evocative after-dark aromas to hover on the soft night air. Plain green hedging provides a perfect backdrop for the pale colours to glow and helps to trap the smells inside the garden too. The loud brash colours of daytime fade into the shadows leaving their paler counterparts to glow and shine. White, faded blues and the palest pastels are the best. And remember that it's not just flowers that glow – silvery bark and foliage can do the same and striped or variegated plants take on a more exotic light and shade look than in their daytime garb.
Designing a night-time garden is easier than it may seem. Plan special areas – perhaps framing the patio where you prefer to sit, or around a dining area or, simply, a small area that always catches the best of the moonlight. Use lots of white and pale flowers which
For scent there are several really good options. The first to spring to mind are citrus flowers, jasmine and dama de noche (cestrum nocturnum). I'd add one more plant to this 'must have' list – the aptly and alluringly named moonflower or ipomoea alba. This
always think that gardens by night are sadly ignored and yet they can be stunningly beautiful with their pattern of light and shadow - and super romantic too.
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climber opens huge white glowing dishes of flowers during the night hours, a real winner and softly scented too. These four will give you enough allure and aroma for many an evening, but if you fancy something a little different, here are a few more suggestions. Nicotiana affinis, tobacco plant. Closely related to the tobacco plant that we smoke but with a much nicer smell! Pollinated at night, it exudes a strong perfume as an attractant and shines under the moonlight too. Use it to line pathways or fill your pots. Brugmansia suaveolens, angels' trumpets. Often mistakenly known as datura, the scent of this plant and its looks are utterly intoxicating! But it has a dark side! It has long been used as a hallucinogenic, so you may want to position it a distance from your seating area – unless you like to be, literally, overpowered by its scent! The white variety, with soft velvety leaves, has the strongest perfume.
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Brunfelsia pauciflora, yesterday, today and tomorrow plant. This shrub or small tree charmingly bears purple, lavender and white flowers at the same time and a soft haunting perfume. Hedychium, ginger lily. Their strapping dramatic foliage is great in pots around patios and the heady fragrance of their flowers is magical at night. Lilium regale 'Album' and lilium candidum. Lilies are always special but both of these have a particularly wonderful perfume and are stunning beauties too. Mirabilis jalapa, Don Pedro or 4 o'clock plant. A survivor, often found growing in rough rubble, its delicate-looking beauty always surprises. In lovely shades of yellow, pink and coral, often striped and blotched, it opens during the evening and wafts its scent around. Spreads rapidly via tubers and seeds. Oenothera biennis, evening primrose. Another late-evening flowerer and tough contender, it rapidly forms massive mounds smothered in sweet scented yellow trumpets. A prolific but charming self-seeder. Wisteria floribunda, Japanese wisteria has elegantly cascading tassels of flowers – try it over a pergola. Beautiful by day and bewitching by night in white, pale pink or lilac and softly scented. For height, try tall wigwams of lonicera or honeysuckle and trachelospermum jasminoides, the star jasmine for towering and spectacular pillars which will wrap you in their spicy aromas. As you can see, these scented night-time beauties are all pale coloured and there are some others that, although not scented, add their own enchantment with their silvery good looks. Artemisia stelleriana, beach wormwood or dusty miller has
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heavily silvered creeping ferny foliage perfect for softening path edges. It loves hot and sunny but adds a special glow to moonlit evenings too. Convolvulus cneorum, silverbush is a low shrublet again lovely in hot sunny spots and with a platinised sheen by night. It´s flowers will close up at night but the foliage is so good you won´t miss them. Santolina chamaecyparissus known as the curry plant. Tightly knit silver foliage with yellow flowers which many people cut off to enjoy the foliage alone. Good for rather formal path edgings. Trim regularly to stop it falling apart. Stachys lanata, lamb`s lugs with its must-stroke foliage. Grow it hot and dry for the best silvered look.
keep in constant touch. NEW: Shop on-line with us for unusual plants, plug plants, scented roses, coloured iris, bulbs, organic products and my books. Winter Hours: October - May: 10 – 4, closed Sundays and Mondays. Summer Hours: June, July & September: 9 – 2, closed Sundays & Mondays (closed for the month of August) Tel: 689928201 Web: www.viverosflorena.com Email: florenaspain@hotmail.com Also see us on Facebook – Lorraine Cavanagh's Garden Centre
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For real drama, try those steelycoloured agaves, the white feltleafed kalanchoe beharensis, feathery silvered ferns in shady spots and soft grasses. And don´t forget trees: towering silvery-leafed eucalyptus with their striped peeling bark can certainly add an eerie look and the white/black look of silver leafed poplar trees and the white ghost trunks of silver birches is particularly noticeable at night.
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Let the pale beauties of the night glow like stars brought to earth and – who knows – they may have you dancing in the moonlight! Why not? The Garden Centre is closed during the month of August. We open again on 1st September 2015 at 9am
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Lorraine Cavanagh owns the specialist garden centre Viveros Florena, Competa,Malaga (garden centre, designers & landscapers) and is author of the best-selling Mediterranean Garden Plants and Citrus,The Zest of Life. Keep checking our web page for latest news and exciting new stock arriving at the garden centre. Join our mailing list to
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Local News WHAT’S HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA ticket in advance for only 5 euros from your local newsagent, Todo Papel or visit the four shops in one at Sugar and Spice, Competa.
WORLD'S BIGGEST COFFEE MORNING Twenty Four years ago, MacMillan Cancer Support UK held their very first World's Biggest Coffee Morning to assist their much needed fund raising activities. In the first year, 2,600 people registered for the coffee morning whilst in 2014 over 160,000 events took place raising a record £25 million!! MacMillan actively encourage corporate companies, clubs, groups, societies and schools to hold a coffee morning and is something I participated in, during my corporate working life.
For the last three years I have held an event here in Competa and I hope you will join me once again for coffee/tea and all those delicious home-made cakes. The worldwide date this year, is Friday 25th September, 2015 and the venue is Bar/Restaurante Lorena, Avenida de Sayalonga, Competa opposite Parc Lara,from 11am. To ensure entry you may purchase a
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Once again, all funds raised will be divided 50/50 between MacMillan Cancer Support and Cudeca Cancer Care. So come along and join us on Friday 25th September, support these two fantastic charities and have fun. There will be an opportunity to try your luck on Liz's terrific tombola table. If you have any questions, please contact me, Cindy Jones 665156467 or email cindyjones19@hotmail.com Thank you Cindy Jones Cudeca Volunteer, Competa
bands - Thin Lizzy, The Climax Blues Band and Asia and has worked with Led Zeppelin’s Robert Plant, Deep Purple’s Glenn Hughes, UFO, Uriah Heep and Magnum as well as solo artists Ruby Turner, David Byron and Daniel Boone. Robin’s LovePower Band is performing in Spain just twice this summer – on this occasion and again at Periana´s August Feria. Fantastic entertainment and an unforgettable show with superb performances from some great musicians. The band’s repertoire includes classic rock, blues and funk covers as well as original material from Robin George’s illustrious history. Entrance is just €5, payable on the night and 100% for abandoned and abused animals in our area, split equally between AAR and CAS. El Varadero is renowned for great food so, if you’d like to eat, please call 689 428 730 to book a table or, for more general information, please contact Jo at 650 193 777.
THURSDAY 20TH AUGUST AT EL VARADERO (OLD BOATYARD BAR), PLAYA PLAYAZO, NERJA The Costa Animal Society (CAS) and Axarquia Animal Rescue (AAR) jointly present a concert by Robin George and his LovePower Band to take place at the beachside venue of El Varadero on Playa Playazo, western Nerja, on Thursday 20th August. Robin George has played with some of the biggest British rock
COMPETA TOWN HALL NEWS AUGUST 2015: Sunday the 1st of August everyone is invited to the presentation of the poster for the 40th Noche del vino in Cómpeta!
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Local News at 21.00h in the Salón the Actos. (below the Town Hall). Come and enjoy traditional zambomba music and a glass of wine! Saturday 8th August everyone is invited to come and listen to the poetry contest for the Noche del vino, a tribute to Encarni Escalona. The evening starts at 21.00h in the Salón de Acto.s (below the Town Hall). 40th “Noche del vino de Cómpeta” 2015 (Night of the wine): The “night” of the wine isn´t really just a night… On the 15th of August, like every year, Cómpeta parties almost 24 hours to celebrate the harvest of the grapes for our famous Cómpeta wine! During the day visitors and residents from all over the world stroll the streets and enjoy stalls with handmade local crafts. Awards are given on the big stage at the Plaza de la Vendimia to people who contributed to Cómpeta and its wine, and farmers bring in the grapes. There´s a free plate of “migas” for everyone, and off course free wine! In the evening until early morning there will be live flamenco at the Plaza de Almijara, don´t forget to book your seat! More information and the full program will be available in the Tourist office and the town hall. Cleaning of plots The town hall has begun an awareness campaign as a preventive measure for selfprotection, so that all the plots and lands are cleaned and improved, to avoid fire. Please keep your land clean, don´t light any fire and be very careful with anything that´s inflammable.
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Summer Schedule for public facilities: The public swimming pool and paddle court: Monday – Friday: 10.00h – 14.00h & 17.00h – 23.00h Saturdays: 09.30h – 14.00h Sports Hall “Martial Navas”: Monday – Saturday:17.00h – 23.00h Home for the elderly: 10.00h – 13.30h & 17.00h – 20.00h Youth Centre: 17.00h – 22.00h Guadalinfo: 11.00h – 14.00h & 1 6.00h – 19.00h Tourist office: 10.00h – 15.00h Museums of Cómpeta: 10.00h – 15.00h Also on Facebook you can follow up on the latest news: www.facebook.com/ayuntamiento decompeta
LIVE GIGS "The fabulous Dixie Swing Band will start playing again at The Old Cellar in Calle Huertos 33, Nerja on the middle of September. Tel. 952 52 41 38" Saturday 1 August The Rooters Teteria Hierbabuena Competa Tel: 951 707638
Tapa de Paco: 952 553701, Pericos: 952 553739 or La Taperia: 655 432659 Saturday 8 August The Rooters El Recreo from 8.30pm Competa Tel: 952 516043 Friday 14 August Acoustic Roots Restaurante La Plaza Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 553254/609 167127 infoposadalaplaza@gmail.com Saturday 15 August Acoustic Roots Restaurante Alberdini Competa Tel: 952 516294 Saturday 22 August The Rooters Restaurante La Plaza Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 553254/609 167127 infoposadalaplaza@gmail.com Friday 28 August The Rooters Bar Cerezo Canillas de Albaida Tel: 699 933026 Saturday 29 August Acoustic Roots Restaurante Maria Hotel Balcon, Competa Tel: 952 553662
Sunday 2 August The Rooters Meson Morisco Sayalonga Tel: 952 535196/722 132 573
Friday 4 Sep Acoustic Roots Restaurante La Plaza Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 553254/609 167127 infoposadalaplaza@gmail.com
Friday 7 August Acoustic Roots Plaza Almijara Competa
Saturday 5 Sept The Rooters El Recreo from 8.30pm Competa
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C NTACTS DIRECT RY Emergency Numbers Emergency Services Ambulance Fire Brigade Guardia Civil
112 061 080 062
Torrox Costa Velez Malaga Frigiliana Almunecar Motril Maro
Tel: 952 538 010 Tel: 952 541 104 Tel: 952 533 002 Tel: 958 631 125 Tel: 958 823 591 Tel: 952 529 024
Town Doctors Halls Doctors Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 250 Cómpeta Calle San Antonio Tel: 951 289 791
Alcaucin
Tel: 952 510 002
Archez
Tel: 952 553 159
Canillas de Albaida. Tel: 952 553 006
Salares
Tel: 952 508 906
Canillas de Aceituno, Tel: 952 518 002
Sayalonga
Tel : 952 552 404
Cómpeta,
Sedella
Tel: 952 508 858
Tel: 952 516 006 952 516 025
Nerja
Tel: 952 523 131
Periana
Tel: 952 536 016
Rio Gordo
Tel: 952 732 154
Sayalonga
Tel: 952 535 021
Salares
Tel: 952 508 903
Sedella
Tel: 952 508 839
Salobrena Tel: 958 829 332 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 542 396
Municipal Police Canillas de Aceituno Tel: 952 518 000 Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta Tel: 605 276 302 Canillas de Albaida Tel: 952 558 321 Nerja Tel: 952 521 545 Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 539 828 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 115 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 549 238 Torre del Mar Tel: 952 965 546 Emergencies 112
Tourist Information Cómpeta Tel: 952 553 685 Nerja Tel: 952 521 531 Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 206 Torre del MarTel: 952 541 104
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Torre del Mar Tel: 952 540 471 Torrox Costa Tel: 952 538 010 Velez Malaga Tel: 952 559 100 Vinuela
Tel: 952 519 002
Frigiliana
Tel: 952 533 122
La Herradura Tel: 958 827 794 Nerja
Tel: 952 548 430
Torrox Pueblo Tel: 952 538 200
Taxi’s Canillas de Albaida Maria Jose: 952 553 018 Cómpeta 952 553 662 Franquelo: El Mellizo: 952 516 056 Maximo: 952 516 199 Cesáreo: 952 516 205 Sayalonga Ramiro: 952 535 029 Velez Malaga 952 540 016
Frigiliana Malaga Motril
952 533 231 952 327 950 958 600 164
Telephone Doctors General Enquires Tel: 1004 Speaking Clock Tel : 093 Line Faults Tel: 1002 Directory Enquires Tel: 025
Airports Doctors Granada Airport Tel: 958 245 200 Malaga Airport Tel: 952 048 804
Bus Doctors Times L= Mon – Sat • D= Direct Nerja – Malaga 06.30L, 07.30, 08.30D, 08.55, 10.10D, 11.10, 11.55D, 12.40, 13.40, 14.55, 16.10, 17.10, 18.10D, 18.40, 19.40, 20.40, 21.15, 21.45D Malaga – Nerja 07.00, 08.15L, 09.15, 10.30, 11.00D, 11.45D, 12.30D, 13.00, 14.15, 15.15, 16.30, 17.30, 18.45, 19.30D, 20.15, 20.45D, 21.30D, 23.00 Nerja – Granada 06.30L, 09.45, 14.30, 15.45, 16.30, 19.15 Granada – Nerja 07.00, 09.00, 10.00, 13.00, 16.00, 17.30L, 20.00 Nerja – Sevilla 07.30D, 16.30, 02.00 Sevilla – Nerja 07.00, 18.00D, 24,00 Canillas de Albaida - CompetaSayalonga - Malaga Mon-Fri
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www.thegrapevine.es Street Markets Monday Torrox Costa Tuesday Nerja Wednesday Algarrobo Costa, Rincon de la Victoria Thursday Velez- Malaga, Frigiliana, Torre del Mar Friday Almunecar, Frigliana, Sayalonga, La Herradura Saturday C贸mpeta, La Caleta de Velez Sunday Nerja Car Boot Sale, Sayalonga Sayolanga Municipal Market Mon- Fri 8.30am-2.30pm
Church Services C贸mpeta Catholic
Sat 8.00pm & Sun Midday
Church of England Sundays 5.30pm Torre del Mar Lux Mundi Tel: 952 543 334 Evangelical Church Tel: 952 532 825 Fellowship of the King Tel: 958 658 439 Anglican Church of Nerja & Almunecar Tel: 952 525 406
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Consulates
Hospitals
Austria
Tel: 952 600 267
Carlos Haya Tel: 951 290 000
Belgium
Tel: 952 399 907
Motril
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Tel: 952 211 797
Velez Malaga Tel: 951 067 000
Finland
Tel: 952 212 435
France
Tel: 952 214 888
Germany
Tel: 952 363 591
Ireland
Tel: 952 475 108
Italy
Tel: 952 306 150
Netherlands Tel: 913 537 500 Norway
Tel: 952 667 955
Sweden
Tel: 952 604 383
UK
Tel: 952 352 300
USA
Tel: 952 474 891
Airlines
Tel: 958 603 506
Vets Naturevets: 952 55 38 50 URG: 617 00 17 23 Nerja Clinica San Fernando (vet Expedito) 609 982 941 Torrox Village & Torrox Costa
608 45 42 70
La Herradura
625 233 778
C贸mpeta & La Caleta:
657 582 225
National Holidays
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January 1st
New Years Day
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January 6th
Three Kings Day
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February 28th
www.flymonarch.com
May 1st
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August 15th Virgin de la Asuncion
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English Radio Stations Global Radio
96.5 FM
Andalucia Day May Day
October 12th Dia de la Hispanidad November 1st
All Saints day
December 6th Dia de la Constitucion
Wave
96.0 FM
Coastline Radio
97.6 FM
Radio Sol Almijara
99.1 FM
December 8th Immaculate Conception
Spectrum
105.5 FM
December 25th Christmas Day
REM FM
104.8 FM
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Accommodation
Finca el Cerrillo Canillas de Albaida, Malaga Tel: 952 03 04 44 email: info@hotelfinca.com www.hotelfinca.com
Finca Los Pinos Tel: 619 175 649 The Hotel Balcon Tel: 952 55 3662 Alberdini Hotel Restaurant Tel: 952 51 62 94
Airconditioning / Heating
Phone: 952.539.742
Mobile: 606.423.869
www.redwell.com
Tel: 952 96 78 03 www.malagaclima.com
Tecnicas Maro Tel: 952 52 95 38 Esola Systems Tel: 952 550 323 Klimacentro Tel: 952 540 786 Auto Cool Tel: 646 295 994
Construction
Hairdressers
Solar Shade Tel: 902 888 176 Nick Atkinson Tel: 658 151628 noneedtopaint.com Tel: 640 519 482 Pool Repairs - Carl Firth Tel: 646 686 463
Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734 Chica Loca Tel: 622 305 532 Chique Tel: 680740545
Drains
Health & Beauty
Waynes Drains Tel: 657 862 628
Centro Mar y Salud Dr. Bernadette Veeger - General Practitioner
Electricians
Electricians Roger 648 025 901 Mike 606 246 902 Answerphone: 952 553 282
Electrician Tel 951242449
C&Gs 2381 & 2391
Mob 666707297
www.english-electrician-nerja.com
Food Stores & Shops
Carpenters Tejeiro Tel: 952 516 149
Computers
La Gelateria facebook/heladeriacompeta
Furniture Stores
Tel: 627242977 sales@printerink.es
Competa Computers Professional Computer Repairs
Tel: 952 96 78 03 www.malagaclima.com www.competa-computer.com john@competa-computers.com Tel: 951 067 722 / 617 979 364
Paseo MarĂtimo, El Morche/Torrox Costa, 952 532 065 / 617 913 196, www.centromarysalud.com info@centromarysalud.com
Samusalud Tel: 625029316 Clinica Europa Tel: 952 530 908 Ian Pett Dental Care Tel: 691 700 587
Internet CafĂŠ Competa Webs Tel: 952 553 473 Competa Internet Services Tel: 952 553 881
printerink.es Ink Cartridges, Stationery, Printing Services & 2 euro selection at Trapiche Market & Divas Boutique
General Practitioner Psychology Physiotherapy Osteopathy Massage Acupuncture Gynaecology Neurology Medical Thermography Dermatology Iridology Vitamin & Mineral dificiencies testing Food allergies testing Colontherapy Pedicure Nutritional Coaching Gym classes Mindfulness training Nursing Care
Leon Blanco Tel: 618 226 647
Glass, lighting & blinds Jose Luis Persianas Tel: 952 516 397 Tejeiro Carpinteria Tel: 952 51 61 49
Nursing & Care NURSE RGN Acute ILLNESS & ELDERLY CARE englishnurse@rocketmail.com Tel 951 242 449
Internet & Telephone Nerja Solutions Tel: 952 52 71 45 BB4S Tel: 951 239 888 Tecno-vision Tel: 952 520 946 Axarwifi Tel: 644 408 850
Insurance Essential Cover Tel: 951 39 07 00 Black Tower Tel: 607 845 603
Kitchens
Sunkitchens The Kitchen Professionals Doors & Wardrobes Raul Chica: 653 634 633 Torre del Mar (Malaga)
Kennels & Pets Raza Hotel for dogs Tel: 952 535 417
Language Schools Axareducation Tel: 655 48 59 44
Locksmiths LOCKSMITH UK C&G Qualified, Callouts (24/7) and / or appointments
Call Paul Tel: 664367511 email: pcandmrogers@gmail.com
Plumbers & Water Solutions
Plumbers Continued Fontifrio Tel: 689 509 666
Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 Tel:(0034) 951 067 711
Leisure & Hobbies
Buggy Tours www.buggytours.net Tel: 653 635 180 Competa Hikes Tel: 619 175 Los Caballos del Mosquin Tel: 608658 108
Solutions 4 U Tel: 952 55 38 07 Taurus Real Estate, Tel: 952 53 50 43 Inland-Property Tel: 952 252 7300 Tu Rincon del Sol Tel: 952 51 63 58 Competa Properties Tel: 952 516 107
Mechanics & Recovery Restaurants & Bars Tel: 952 507 144 CP Auto Aircon Tel: 649 307 966
Property Legal Advice Solutions 4 U Tel & Fax (00 34) 952 55 38 07
Mobile: (00 34) 660 51 01 34
www.solutions4u-competa.com
Asesoria Aljarife Tel:952 51 66 00 Asesoria Axarquia Tel:952 54 51 05 Thomas Gant Law Tel: 952 51 69 61
Property Management House Martins Tel: 692 40 83 06 HoneyBee Management Tel: 695 521 350
Removals UK Deliveries Tel: 951 247 240 / 608 091 660 Fontaneria Roman Tel: 952 55 33 69
Real Estate
El Pilon - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 35 12 Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Tel: 951 70 76 38 - Cómpeta Taj Majal - Torrox Costa Tel: 952 53 49 72 The Pavo Real - Cómpeta/Torrox Rd Tel: 654 86 90 83 The Balcon Hotel - - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 36 62 El Recreo - Cómpeta Tel: 951 51 60 43 La Pergola - Torre del Mar Tel: 627 579 776 La Extremeña - Archez Tel: 686 558 362 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 Alberdini Hotel Restaurant Competa Tel: 952 51 62 94 El Pino Restaurant - Torrox Tel: 952 968 106 Perico’s - Competa Tel: 952 553 739 El Cortico - Competa Tel:952 553 647 Cantueso - Periana Tel: 699 946 213 AliOli - Competa Tel: 952 516 137
The Business Directory Continued Satellite Services Nerja Solutions Tel: 952 527 145 Total Satellite Installations Tel: 629 556 266 Sky Digital Tel: 952 464 378
Swimming Pool Heating
Vets Naturevets - Competa Tel: 952 553 850
Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es
Windows & Doors
Spa’s & Saunas
Solicitors
UPVC-WINDOWS/DOORS Tel. 952 50 25 27 E-Mail: juanverdun@juanverdun.com
Official Manufacturer
Delprado Solicitors Tel: 95 252 72 74
Cars Bought & Sold Cars Wanted Tel: 657 919 965 Second Hand Cars Tel: 670 411 255
Solar
Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es
Solar Sundays Tel: 648 025 901
Mobility
Upholstery Michael’s Upholstery Tel: 952 55 34 64
Plants VetiverSpain Tel: 692 288 657
Villa Care
Mobility Products For Sale or Hire Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279
www.bluebadgemobility.com
STAIR-LIFTS Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279
House Martins tel:+44 (0)845 0041041 mob: +34 692 408 306 www.housemartins.es
Property Care and Management Services
HoneyBee Management Tel: 695 521 350
www.bluebadgemobility.com
.com Steel Tips Darts . Soft Tip Darts . Flights . Stems . Dartboards . Wallets . Accessories
AUGUST CHURCH SERVICES Alhama de Granada, St. Barnabas I.E.R.E (Anglican). Service in English at 11.30 first and third Sundays of the month now at La Joya Roman Catholic Church, Plaza Alfonso X11. contact Priest 95 203 0461 or Warden 95 252 0921. Torre del Mar( Lux Mundi Centre). St. Barnabas I.E.R.E, Spanish Episcopal service in English at 11 o'clock, first and third Sunday Morning Prayer, second and forth Sundays Holy Communion. Contact Rector 95 203 0461 or Wardens 25 251 0921 and 95 251 0056. St Barnabas IERE (Anglican). English services 11 a.m. Sundays at Iglesia Evangelica, Torre del Mar, opposite the bus station. Tel.952030461 (priest) or 618640132 (churchwarden) "Church of England" services at the Capillia de san jose calle linares 7 velez Malaga. website is www. stgeorgemalaga.org. and at Competa in the Parish Church at 5.30 p.m. All are welcome. Contact number 952 219 396.
LAKE VINUELA SOCIAL CLUB We meet on the 1st THURSDAY of the month from 12noon until approx. 2.30pm followed by lunch at Bar Atila, Puente Don Manuel to enjoy social activities and meet like minded friends. We regularly have a quiz, open the box, bingo and a guest speaker. For further details please contact 676772693 or email lake.vinuela@yahoo.co.uk
AUGUST & SEPTEMBER COMING EXCURSIONS Saturday 15th August - Come and join Lux Mundi, Torre Del Mar for ´The Spectacular Big Bang ´, in Almuñecar. Departure times Viñuela (Football pitch) 18.00pm, Torre Del Mar 18.30pm, Caleta 18.45pm, Algarrobo (Lidl) 18.55pm.
in November
Monday 21st to Thursday 24th September – Coach Excursion to Huelva, the trail of Christopher Columbus and Rio Tinto Mines. Ticket price 275 Euros per person for a double room, 325 Euros singles. Money may be paid in 3 instalments the full amount to be paid by the 1st September. Proceeds for fund raising. Departure times Viñuela (Football Pitch) 8.00am, Algarrobo (Lidl) 8.30am, Caleta 8.40am and Torre del Mar (Bus station) 8.45am. For further information and bookings please contact the Centre, Torre del Mar Tel.952 543 334 E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org .Please note you are unable to make bookings through the web site. EL PUENTE CHRISTIAN FELLOWSHIP We meet at El Puente Christian Fellowship premises situated underneath Maroma Inmobiliaria, El Cruce de Puente don Manual, Phone 952 115 220 or 952 518 185.El Puente Christian Fellowship Sunday Worship - 11am. Bible Study Thursday 5-7pm Midweek activities: Pilates - Monday 1pm - 2pm Bridge Club Tuesday 2pm -6pm. Pilates - Wednesday 1.30 - 2.30pm Charity Shop/Books open Wednesday, Friday & Saturday 10-1.30pm
LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR. Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña), Torre del Mar, 29740. Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 and 15.00 to 18.00. Tel.952 543 334 TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB E-mail: luxmundi@lux-mundi.org. Web: www.lux- The Trapiche Social Club meets every mundi.org Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, just off the A356 Velez-Malaga to La PLEASE NOTE THE ONLY CHURCH SERVICE IN Vinuela. The first Wednesday in the month is our AUGUST WILL BE SUNDAY MORNING’S 11.00AM regular lunch meeting, we enjoy a 3 course lunch ST. BARNABAS CHURCH .IERE. ANGLICAN with wine, casera and water for just €8.50. SERVICE PLEASE NOTE IN AUGUST THE CENTRE IS ONLY OPEN ON TUESDAY MORNING FROM 10.OOAM TO 13.00PM AND ALSO ON FRIDAY FROM 11.00AM TO 13.OOPM, FOR THE USUAL COFFEE MORNING.
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LOS ROMANES ROYAL BRITISH LEGION Monday from 12-2.00 pm in the Garden Restaurant, La Vinuela. Information can be obtained from our website www.RBLLosromanes.org.uk or Margaret Branch Sec. 951066079
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SAYALONGA: Calle Calvario s/n, Tel: (0034) 952 535 043 .
Mb: (0034) 660 743 670 email: info@taurusrealestate.com .
COMPETA: Avda. de la Constituci贸n, 31, Tel: (0034) 952 516 633 .
CANILLAS DE ALBAIDA
COMPETA Spacious country house with stunning views over the country side towards the Mediterranean. Could be converted into 2 individual apartments. 5 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 open plan lounges / kitchen areas, 6mt x 3mt pool, several terraces, garage / workshop. Many possibilities! Awaiting EPC Ref: C3447
Fax: (0034) 952 516 635
email: clara@taurusrealestate.com
320,000 euro
Marvellous villa located close to the villages of Canillas & Archez. 3 large double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious living room, fully fitted kitchen. 8mt x 4mt swimming pool, covered pergola, 6mt x 4mt workshop. Great access. Awaiting EPC Ref: C3317
220,000 euro
FOGARATE Wonderful 2 Bed/2 Bath villa in stunning setting close to the Natural Park. Open plan living area with fitted kitchen & utility room. Air con. Huge terrace with 8mt x 4mt pool & garage. Spectacular coastal & countryside views. Easy access. EPC rating G
225,000 euro
Ref: C3393
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Ref: C3419
188,500 euro
SEDELLA
SAYALONGA
COMPETA Character country home built in the rustic style in a sheltered location with good access. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, fitted kitchen, lounge/dining room and garage. Set in established gardens of 1,000m2. A tranquil home at a bargain price. EPC rating E
Spacious town villa under construction in a peaceful location on the edge of the village. It has the foundations to be a stunning 3 bedroom house with guest apartment downstairs. 3 Juliet balconies, 1 roof terrace, patio. Mains water and electricity possible. Awaiting EPC Ref: T889
146,000 euro
Lovely traditional country house of 187m2 formerly the village school. 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 lounges and 2 kitchens. 6.5mt x 4.5mt pool, brick BBQ. Open & Shaded terraces. Plot approx. 1,000m2 fenced & gated with ample parking area. Breathtaking views. EPC rating G Ref: T661
180,000 euro