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This month Competa holds its annual walking festival. The walks start on the 27th and finish on the 30th. New walks are entered into the program every year, so if you participated last year there will be different walks to explore! It is suitable for all levels of walkers as there are 2 types of walks to choose from on each day to suit different levels of fitness and ability. It is a fantastic way to see the local area and meet some new people. See pages 54 and 55 for more details on how to enroll. A bit earlier in the month is the Noche del Lumbres in Competa starting at 9.00pm in Plaza del Carmen with live music and a bonfire. Also, in September we mustn't forget the worlds biggest coffee morning held on 28th September which raises money for Macmillan Cancer Support, see page 86. Looking forward, there are more exciting events near you. The village of Frigiliana holds its 2nd Art Walk from the 5th to the 7th October, see pages 56 and 57. It was a great success last year so this year there are more artists, locations and activities, its definitely not to be missed. On the 7th October Canillas de Albaida hosts its annual Multicultural Concert which also promises to be an exciting event with a mixture of music from different bands throughout the evening. If you are holding an event don't forgot to get in contact with The Grapevine so we can help promote it.

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September Weather Days with rainfall: 2 Days Avg Max Temperature: 27.7c Hours of Sunshine : 8.2 p/day The weather data is for guidance only and is the average monthly maximum for the Costa del Sol No part of this publication may be used or reproduced or scanned without prior consent of The Grapevine Magazine. The Grapevine Magazine accepts no responsibility for any alterations to events listed, claims made by our advertisers or information provided by our contributors.

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Inside This Month 18 Axarquia Solicitors A chat with Jose Manuel Garzon Macho, Senior Partner at Marbella Solictors Group 26 Battle Back Golf Needs You! 20 injured ex service personnel are coming to the region to play golf at Baviera, Antequera & Los Moriscos as part of their rehabilitation.

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54 2018 Competa Walking Festival The Sixth festival will take place from September 27th to 30th 62 Revive Massage Full Body Massage with Tanya Kennedy

José Luis

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Canillas de Albaida

Stunning 3 bed, 2 bath + wc countryside villa, (154m²), spacious and bright living/dining with separate kitchen, beds all have en-suite and AC, magnificent outdoor spaces including an olive grove and fabulous pool area, a must see property! EPC - E ref: v1240

Velez Malaga

Fantastic modern 3 bed 2 bath villa (121m²) with excellent access, covered terrace and pool area with Jacuzzi – a great easy to maintain full time, holiday home/rental property to be sold fully furnished.

Beautiful, well maintained apartment (92m²) on the edge of Velez Malaga. With 3 beds and 2 baths this is a spacious apartment. Secure parking, AC in living space and easy access to all local amenities and the beach.

EPC - E

Price:165,000 Euros

Price reduced!

Riogordo Charming 4 bed, 2 bath (122m²) townhouse on a quiet street, 2 reception rooms and separate kitchen. Rear terrace has a plunge pool, covered terrace and BBQ area, roof terrace with countryside and mountain views. Parking outside the house.

Moclinejo

New this month!

EPC - E

ref: t1250

New this month! Price:149,000 Euros

ref: v1231 EPC - E Price:399,000 Euros

Price reduced!

Price:650,000 Euros

Viñuela

Open to sensible offers! Magnificent south facing 2 storey 5 bed 3 bath villa (190 m²) with easy access, infinity pool, extensive terracing and breathtaking sea views - a successful business with a proven rental history.

EPC - E

New this month!

ref: t1252

Beautiful 4 bed, 4 bath + wc (307m²) villa, lounge & large kitchen/dining with separate utility, stunning Lake Viñuela, mountain & countryside views. A detached double garage, great outside space & large private pool, high quality furniture included.

ref: v1100 EPC - In process Price: 150,000 Euros

New this month!

ref: v1258 Price:119,000 Euros

Almayate Modern 4 bed, 3 bath (161m²) townhouse including a 1 bed, 1 bath separate apartment. Located in a quiet part of Almayate within walking distance of the local amenities and a short drive to Competa Fabulous modern 3 bed 1 bath + the beach. In need wc penthouse apartment (93.50 m²) within walking distance of all amenities in Competa. This superb of some updating. apartment has spacious accommodation, huge terrace with stunning sea views, lift access and EPC - In process parking space. Sold furnished.

ref: t1255 EPC - E

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Competa Lovely 2 bed, 1 bath (80m²) traditional renovated townhouse in a quiet village location within walking distance of the local amenities, fantastic breakfast and roof terraces, south facing with sea, countryside and mountain views, a must see property.

ref: t1123 EPC - In process

“ 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 Grapevine To advertise call 637 registry fees, buyers legal fees, purchase tax (8%) and any mortgage set up costs.”

ref: t1256

028 873

Price reduced!

Price:299,950 Euros

Colmenar

New this month!

Price:250,000 Euros

Arenas

Charming 2 bed, 2 bath country villa (110m²), with an open plan living/dining/kitchen, covered terrace, private swimming pool with mountain, countryside and village views, within walking distance of village. ref: v1249 ref: v1115 EPC - E

Price reduced!

Price:399,000 Euros

Competa A fantastic opportunity to

Fabulous 3 bed 2 bath country villa (109 m²) situated within an olive grove with spacious living accommodation, part-covered terrace, gazebo, pool, storage/utility rooms and breathtaking countryside views.

purchase an individual luxury villa (169m²) with 3 beds and 2 baths, private pool, sauna, within walking distance of the village, stunning sea and mountain views and every comfort and convenience for the discerning buyer.

EPC - E

EPC - D

New this month!

Price:275,000 Euros

Competa

Villa with 3 beds and 1 bath (133m²) within walking distance of Competa village. The house is on an individual plot but part of a rural urbanisation. Many different terraces with a good sized swimming pool. Stunning sea views and easy access.

EPC - In process

ref: v1241

New this month!

Price:145,000 Euros

Drop into my new office to list your property or for an informal chat.

Price reduced!

ref: v1183 Price:99,000 Euros

We can advertise your property on Rightmove Overseas – Competa Give us a call now! Stylish modernised 3 bed 1 bath village house (84 m²) with superb living accommodation and roof terrace with spectacular countryside and mountain views.

ref: t1148

EPC - E

Price reduced!

Price: 229,000 Euros

New this month!

Price:205,000 Euros

Salares Large beautifully renovated 3 bed 4 bath village house (200 m²) with on street parking right outside, huge living/dining room, 3 double en suite beds, terrace, walled courtyard with Jacuzzi and roof terrace.

Torre del Mar Modern 2 bed, 1 bath apartment (74m²) with underground secure parking. It is well maintained and spacious. With walking distance to local amnesties and the beach.

EPC - E New this month!

EPC - D

Price reduced!

Price: 115,000 Euros

Competa

Rustic 2 bed, 1 bath (93m²) finca, traditional layout with living/dining, separate rustic kitchen, stunning sea, mountain and countryside views, level plot with space for swim spa or hot tub and the possibility of adapting outbuilding to create an additional guest room.

EPC - In process

ref: v1251

Detached 2 bed, 2 bath villa (141.82m²), with open plan living/dining/kitchen, garage, gardens and private pool. Option to create 3rd bed in garage. Walking distance to local amenities and just 20 minute drive from coast.

ref: t1132 EPC - E

ref: t1254 Price:189,000 Euros

Puente don Manuel

Price reduced!

ref: v1253 Price:60,000 Euros

Sedella

Spacious traditional rustic style village house (110m²) with 3/4 beds, 1 bath + wc. A property with many original features, great dining kitchen, large living room, courtyard terrace and 2 roof terraces.

Fully renovated traditional 1 bed 1 bath village house (104m²) with onstreet parking outside, spacious living accommodation, large kitchen with dining area and a good sized roof terrace with lovely views.

EPC - E

EPC - In process

ref: t938

ref: t1196

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CĂ&#x201C;MPETA FOOD CLUB Home and Event Cooking / Private Chef The CĂłmpeta Food Club stands for fresh, crea ve fusing modern mediterranean Cuisine with contemporary Asian. To celebrate an amazing experience in the comfort of your own home with your family or friends. At your home, at your private Villa or anywhere we can put our pans and pots.

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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

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Open For Non Residents until starter, main course & dessert) FRIDAY 9TH JUNE: 16th September on“JACK the terrace from 1pm LIVE MUSIC! FromSunday CADE REBELLION” 8.00pm on the Terrace. . Entrance Price: 4,00€/day Monday to Saturday From SUNDAY 11TH JUNE: Sunbed: 4,00€/day (except on Wednesdays) Pool will be Open toFrom the public 0 to 3from years old (Free Entrance) 11.00am to 7.00pm .

17TH JUNE: SUNDAY LUNCH :SATURDAY ROAST BEEF & PAELLA ON SUNDAYS, LIVE MUSIC DANCING! “TANGO SHOW” from &13.00h on the Terrace. From: 8.00pm Book your table in advance and buy your advance ticket 10€ pp in the Hotel and in Todo Papel

. BQQ ON THE TERRACE EVERY SATURDAY from 7.30pm SUNDAY 25TH Psychic JUNE: FRIDAY 14th SEPTEMBER: Event Competa

LIVE MUSIC! “JUAN LUIS & JESSY” Would you like to come to our Psychic event in Competa in September? From 2.00pm in the POOL BAR Yes here are all the details! MEDIUMSHIP SHOW + TAROT READINGS Spend the day by the pool with paella for lunch Show Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m / Private Readings Before and after the Show . NEWYou things theyour Hoteltickets BalcónatdeReception. Cómpeta: canatbuy 4 Different Exquisite Tapas for 8€ Hamburgers FRIDAY 21st: SEPT: SUNDAY 23rd SEPT SUNDAY 9th SEPT Steer meat 250gr / Angus meat 120gr / Vegetarians. FLAMENCO SHOW! LIVE MUSIC! LIVE MUSIC! .

OFFERS FOR BREAKFAST : Traditional flamenco “JUKEBOX BANDITS” "JACK CADE REBELLION " or “SARA CheeseSERRANO” or Jam & Butter) =From 3,40€2.00 pm dancer fromCOFFEE 2.00pm+ CROISSANT (Ham EGGS20.00 + TOAST + JUICE = 5 € - 22.00pm on the terrace on the terrace BACON ANDFrom COFFEE + CHOCOLATE MUFFIN = 2,45€ on the terrace NATURAL ORANGE JUICE + MIXED SANDWICH = 3,70€ .

ON THE 1ST AND 2ND SEPTEMBER, THE HOTEL WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC DUE TO A PRIVATE EVENT.

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INMOBILIARIA TU RINCON DEL SOL PROPERTY SALES AND RENTALS

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www.turincondelsol.com info@turincondelsol.com

Avd. de Torrox, 46 29754 CÓMPETA (Málaga) Tel: 952 51 63 58 Mov: 625 994 573

Cómpeta

Ref:477

Cómpeta

Ref:490

We speak your language

Sayalonga Ref:266

Quaint 2 bedroom country house set on a 6000m2 plot of land party established and with many various fruit trees. Covered parking area and large store room located the back of the property.

Wonderful 3 bed townhouse located on one of the main streets of Cómpeta, a minute away from the main square and all amenities. Good sized terrace area with views over the village.

Stunning 3 bedroom new build with swimming pool from where you can take in the breathtaking views. Lovely covered porch area providing shade, great for providing shade for alfresco dining.

199.000€

105.000€

200.000€

Competa Ref:354

Rincón de la Victoria Ref: 508

Large 3 bedroom townhouse with possibility of 2 independent entrances and garden area, located on one of the main streets of Torrox, walking distance to all amenities. Terrace área with views over the Torrox.

Spacious 4 bedroom country house in peaceful location south facing so offers views down to the coast. The property also has the possibility to be purchased in conjunction with property reference 505.

Two bedroom apartment located only 5 minutes away from the beach. Fitted kitchen and ample living area and good sized terrace with views down to the communal swimming pool. Allocated parking space included in garage. Also available for rental.

159.000€

140.000€

Torrox

Ref:498

180.000€

Felipe Arrebola Lopez .

Avd de Torrox, 46 29754, CÓMPETA (MÁLAGA) TEL: 952 51 63 58 Movil: 608 656 746

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NEWS IN SPAIN This Months Update!

ore than 300 people have been injured, five seriously, after a section of wooden platform collapsed at an urban sports and music festival in Spain.It had been packed with people watching a rap artist at the two-day O Marisquiño event in the north-west city of Vigo, in Galicia. Police confirmed that there were no known fatalities. Witnesses reported scenes of panic as people - many of them teenagers - tried to scramble to safety. Some fell into the sea. Personal effects such as mobile phones and handbags were left scattered on the ground. Several emergency teams attended to the injured, and divers were sent into the sea to check that no-one was trapped beneath the structure.

pain's defence ministry is investigating after one of its fighter jets accidentally fired a missile over Estonia during a training mission. The incident happened last month "in an area of southwest Estonia authorised for this type of exercise", the ministry said. It added that the air-to-air missile did not cause damage and was designed to self-destruct. But Estonia's military says it is looking for the remains of the missile. "A Spanish Eurofighter based in Lithuania accidentally fired a missile without causing any harm," Spain's defence ministry said in a statement. "The air-to-air missile has not hit any aircraft.

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their colleagues in Barcelona. These officers then organized a meeting with the woman and discovered that she did indeed have a stuffed lion – positioned in attack mode with its claws out and teeth baring – tucked away inside her home. On August 3, investigators verified whether the lion was a real specimen, concluding that it was indeed a male African lion, and was “in perfect condition,” according to a press release. The animal had been “naturalized by taxidermy” and “placed on a cardboard base,” it added.

Spanish civil servant who skipped work every day for a decade has been banned from taking a public post for nine years. Carles Recio, an archives director for Valencia’s provincial government, turned up to his office each morning at 7.30am to clock in, before heading out for the day and only returning to clock out at 4pm. He managed to keep up the charade for 10 years and only lost his €50,000-a-year (£44,000) job when colleagues finally raised their suspicions last year and he was pain’s top-flight soccer finally fired. I’ve been working like league, La Liga, will for the a dog,” he told Spanish TV channel first time in its history play La Sexta when the allegations were matches outside of Europe – first aired. “Working like a dog so specifically, in the United States. This is one of the plans included in that others can reap the rewards of my work.” The civil servant said he a 15-year deal signed by La Liga carried out all his duties outside the and media, sports and office, though investigators failed to entertainment multinational Relevent. The initiative is aimed at find any record of work he claimed to have done. A tribunal rejected his promoting the sport in North explanation. He later claimed he America. The plan is for the first worked off-site as he was a victim game to be played in the United of harassment by colleagues.But an States as soon as possible, most attempt to bring criminal charges likely this season. La Liga’s most famous two teams, FC Barcelona against Mr Recio were dropped by and Real Madrid, are slated to be state prosecutors, who decided his 10-year absence did not constitute involved. a crime. However, a civil court he Spanish Civil Guard has found him guilty of “clearly intending to not go to work and seized a stuffed lion in carry out his work duties for a Castelldefels in Barcelona continued period of time”. The court that a woman had tried to sell did not disclose if he had to pay online for €6,000. The ad, posted back any of his salary. on the classified site milanuncios.com, was seen by officers from the Civil Guard’s Nature Protection Service (Seprona) in Malaga, who alerted

[We] have opened an investigation to clarify the exact cause of the incident."The missile was reportedly carrying up to 10kg (22lb) of explosives and is thought to have landed 24 miles (40km) north of the Estonian city of Tartu. Two Spanish jets and two French jets were taking part in an exercise as part of Nato's Baltic Air Policing mission when the incident happened.

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AXARQUIA SOLICITORS

Opens a New Oﬃce in Malaga

his month I interviewed Jose Manuel Garzon Macho of Marbella Solicitors Group (Law offices) he is the senior partner at the Axarquia office located in Velez Malaga. Marbella Solicitors has 7 offices with Malaga being the latest addition. Marbella was their first office that they opened, hence their overall group name and then the other offices in Mijas, Manilva, Axarquia, Nerja, Madrid and most recently Malaga followed.

I met with Jose Manuel at the new Malaga office which is now their head office. Jose works at the Axarquia office in the mornings for meetings with clients and then returns to the Malaga office for the afternoon to follow up client's requests, research and paperwork. The new office in Malaga is in an easy to reach location and is light, airy and professional with meeting rooms for privacy. Jose Manuel Garzon Macho is a charming, professional and knowledgeable lawyer. He is a specialist in property law and has extensive experience as a legal and tax adviser in all kinds of real estate matters. He is supported in their Velez Malaga office by a Dutch Assistant Hennie. She speaks five languages, Dutch, Belgium, English, Spanish and French. Jose Manuel commented that the change of nationalities coming to the local area had been noted by their office and that the need for a native Dutch assistant who also spoke Belgium and French as well as English and Spanish was extremely important. People like to deal with

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important matters such as finance, tax and property in their own language and now they offer this service impeccably. Normally the number of sale transactions actioned by the Law Firm reduces throughout the summer. However, last month was their best month ever a testament to their business and service. The aim of the Law Firm is to provide “More than just Legal and Tax services”. They guarantee a personal, rigorous and professional service in a fast and efficient manner and at a reasonable cost. As a result of their good service many clients use them for a house purchase or sale and then return for help with their tax returns. Jose Manuel Garzon carries out tax returns for resident and nonresidents both quarterly and annually. This is charged at 100 euro (incl IVA) per return. Their pricing structure is open and a full price list is given to the customer at the beginning, so there is no surprise bill at the end. More recently owners of holiday rentals are using the law firm. Owners of the properties let out must be registered with the Junta de Andalucía and must register quarterly declarations from their rentals. Jose Manuel Garzon can help both with this registration and the tax returns. In the last couple of years paperwork with regards to house sales has become more and more important. Many houses and villas don't have the correct paperwork. For example land boundaries, registering of new buildings, extensions and pools

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Registry fee along with the standard duty taxes ( 1.5% of the value given to the new construction) the cost is likely to be in-between 2,500 and 3,000 euro if the work is carried by himself at Axarquia Solicitors. Adding for example an extension due to its higher value the costs will be likely to be more. However they pride themselves on being exceptionally competitive in the market place. He advised that their legal fees are extremely competitive being 1% of the purchase price which includes 21% VAT where other firms normally add the VAT on top. Another type of situation that can occur throughout a house purchase, is for example, those buying a property in an urbanisation on rustic land that is in the process of becoming urban land. in Alcaucin many urbanisations will come under urban land when the Urban Plan is approved. Although, in the long term this is a good thing, clients must be advised of the extra costs that may be involved in the future such as road access and lightening must be paid for.

with the Castro all needs be done before a sale can proceed. A DAFO certificate isn't required in all cases for example where a property is correctly registered and all licenses for all the property including extensions pools etc. have been obtained. For many this is not the case and so acquiring a DAFO certificate from the Town Hall is advised. A DAFO doesn't make a property legal it is a form of regulation. In some cases some properties are unable to get a DAFO for example if the property has been built on protected land. Jose Manuel commented that everything can be sorted with time and money. For example he strongly advises a property should be bought with correct paperwork and with a DAFO (if needed) however if this isnÂ´t possible and both parties (buyer and seller) are totally informed and warned of the situation a sale can still go through. DAFO Certificate is a costly process and for some house owners it may be possible ( if agreed with by the buyer) to hold a retention fee from the process off the sale to sort the DAFO out afterwards. This usually works out more expensive than sorting out the paperwork prior to the sale but offers an option. Jose Manuel has helped many clients needing legal assistance even if they are not in the process of selling, most typically to add swimming pools to their paperwork. To register the construction, the Architect fee, Legal and Notary fee and Land

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Further information can be found on their website both on advice on properties sales and purchases and taxation, all with an idea of costs and the process. Furthermore they offer free advice online through their website. Just some of their services are listed below but on their website is a comprehensive list and detailed explanation of how they can help. PURCHASE OF REAL ESTATE ..

SALE OF REAL ESTATE SUMMARY OF THE CONVEYANCING PROCESS CONSTRUCTING YOUR OWN VILLA TENANCY & RENTAL MATTERS MORTGAGES, LOANS & REFINANCES INHERITANCE OF REAL ESTATE NIE NUMBERS & OTHER RESIDENCE LEGAL DOCUMENTS

I really enjoyed meeting Jose Manuel Garzon Macho I felt he was extremely likeable and I found him approachable and trustworthy which I believe is key to a person who is dealing with such important matters as finance and house sales. If you would like to contact him please see the advert on page 17.

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La Taberna de Oscar Plaza Pantaleรณn Romero, 2, Cรณmpeta Tel: 952 55 37 22 email: tabernadeoscar@aol.com

Exotic ingredients, big flavours, dishes to share. Oscar's offers you a wonderful and varied menu that is unique to Competa. We have wok specialities and many vegetarian options. We also offer Spanish and fusion Mediterranean food as well as a 'Specials Board' that changes daily. See map spot 70

Choose from such dishes as our: -Salmon with vegetables, soy sauce and fermented beer -Pork Andalucia New C M -Rack of Lamb - The Best Dish in Town! ARK hef H

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Bar Open from 11.00am

Booking Recommended Closed on Tuesdays

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E- BIKE TOURS www.ebiketourstorredelmar.es

We will guide you around the beautiful surrounding area where you can also enjoy culinary delights through tapas tasting. We oďŹ&#x20AC;er various Electric Bike Tours with a guide starting in Torre del Mar Tour 1: Very Easy Tour with free tapas and a visit to The Sugar Factory Tour 2: The Historic and Culinary Tour to frontaleza en hermita in Velez Malaga and diner at El Convento (Velez Malaga) Tour 3: A Bike Tour, then boat trip including tapas and dinner.

There is something for everyone!

BATTLE BACK GOLF NEEDS YOU! WENTY injured ex service personnel are coming to the region to play golf at Baviera, Antequera and Los Moriscos in October as part of their rehabilitation. This is all due to the amazing hard work of two inspirational ladies, Penny Bentley-Ennis and Veronica Molyneux.

to host two ex service personnel and take them to Baviera Golf Club for a couple of rounds of golf. Battle Back Golf replied inviting her to an interview, which she obviously passed with flying colours because they didn't just arrange to send two personnel they were sending six! Don't panic Mr Mainwaring!

part of what we do” Penny said. “Veronica is a motivated fundraiser and has organised amazing, successful events in Vinuela and on the Costa such as Ladies Day at Ascot, Bangers and Mash Square Bash nights, Pomp and Circumstance as well as car boot stall. The list goes on as does the fun at these events”

It all began four years ago when Penny, a keen golfer and a member of Baviera Golf Club, had unfortunately, broken her leg. She happened to be watching a programme one day about ex service personnel who had been injured in the line of duty. As part of their rehabilitation they were learning to play golf! No mean feat if you've lost an arm or leg, or worse! Most of them were also suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as well. The programme finished by asking golf courses to host these injured golfers.

Penny's good friend Veronica immediately said “well we better get fund raising” and they did. It was a struggle but throughout the year they tirelessly raised the funds. They managed to raise enough money to pay for flights, hotel, golf, prizes, packed lunches etc “I couldn't have done it without Veronica” Penny said, “but it's exhausting. It takes us 12 months to raise the money and because of its success we've got twenty injured veterans coming in October this year with medical support.” Penny and Veronica's passion to support this cause has supported an amazing 46 injured veterans during the last 4 years, including an expected 20 veterans this year. “Raising funds and highlighting the work of Battle Back golf is a huge

“I organise the golf days, recruit the golfers, organise the accommodation and travel and help with Veronica's events. There are collection tins round and about for any loose change, which interestingly over the year amounts up to quite a sum. Dave Parker from Marco Polo shop in Competa is one of our golfers and has a collection tin in the shop if you have any small change. We also have the amazing support of generous sponsors who donate every year to Battle Back Golf.” The Battle Back Golf Programme was founded at Headley court in 2009 is a military initiative designed to utilise golf to enhance the recovery of Wounded, Injured and Sick (WIS) service personnel. It has proved successful in

Penny contacted the Battle Back Golf organisation wanting to help. After explaining that she lives in the Costa Del Sol, Penny offered

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supplementing the physical, psychological and cognitive rehabilitation of over 200 serving and veteran personnel. The programme aims to provide golfing education, competitive opportunities and provide the veterans with specially adapted golf equipment, sponsored by Ping, which all aim to engage with the members and enhance their social integration, improving self confidence and morale. A nationwide network of PGA pros has generously donated their time and resources to coach Battle Back Golfers in the UK. This year in Andalucía the veterans will play at three courses during their time here; Baviera, Antequera and Los Moriscos. If enough golfers volunteer to play, each veteran will play in a 4 ball, 1:3 which means that 60 golfers are needed. So dust off those golf clubs whatever your ability, they need golfers to play! Penny remembers 2 years ago at Baviera “We had a shotgun start, and on hearing the loud bang and the rocket up in the sky, a few of my Battle Back Golfers jumped

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from their buggies and threw themselves to the floor and covered their heads with their hands as they thought they were under attack. I promised that in future we would only use Clayton horns.” “Last year, when we arrived at Baviera, one young Battle Back golfer asked for a few minutes to change his feet. I smiled and asked him what he was going to change them into! Oh! He said I have special prosthetic feet for golf; these I have on are for walking! And we both just laughed out loud. I had no idea he had lost his feet.”

giving a fee free performance for all. So come on golfers get booked in to play at one of our golf venues or simply come after golf for the meal or just drinks. We will be pleased to welcome you to this amazing golf event. Antequera 2nd October Los Moriscos 3rd October Baviera 4th October

Dave Parker will be performing in the Plaza Almijara; Competa on 14th September, there will be donation tins around so please donate your loose change to this worthy cause. It all adds up! After each golf tournament, there Again, you can support this great is prize giving, meal and cause by putting any loose change entertainment, which is open to in the tin at Marco Polo shop in golfers and non golfers alike. Or Competa and/or attending the just go along for a drink and listen fantastic fundraising events and/or to the after dinner talk by one of playing golf with the veterans. the Battle Back Golf veterans and Help thank Britain's bravest golfers to meet them. Of course Penny for their bravery and sacrifice by and Veronica will be there and supporting Battle Back Golf. would love to meet you. If you want to support this event or This year at Baviera Golf Club, for more information about the golf after the golf tournament, Competa please contact Penny Bentleybased singer, Dave Parker will be Ennis on 699402209 or pbentleyennis@yahoo.com

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Your Pets will enjoy a wonderful holiday surrounded by nature and in modern facilities For more information call us on:952 535 417 : 686 904 792 : 616 371 034 Alternatively email us at: info@razahotel.com or visit our website at www.razahotel.com

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HAIRY GOAT PET CARE AND VISITATION SERVICES NEED TO GO AWAY FOR A FEW HOURS OR AN EVENING ??? OR EVEN A FEW DAYS OR MORE ??? FEEL SECURE IN THE KNOWLEDGE THAT YOUR property Property does not APPEAR EMPTY or OR VACANT AND THAT YOUR PET IS BEING PROFESSIONALLY CARED FOR IN THE COMFORT OF ITS OWN ENVIRONMENT WITH AT LEAST FOUR VISITS PER DAY TO INCLUDE WALKS

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See Map Spot 27 Avd. Saylonga 24B, Cómpeta (Málaga) / Tel: 952 516 107 Avd. Constitución, Costezuela Local 1, Cómpeta (Málaga) / Tel: 952 553 589 Plaza de la Constitución 4Bajo Torrox-Pueblo (Málaga) / Tel: 952 538 337 www.competaproperties.com / info@competaproperties.com

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Nº of Beds & Baths: 4 bed 2 bath Sqm²: 243m² Ref:TV047 Pool: Yes

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Restaurante Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Get the real & tasty Indian & Moroccan food as well as Traditional Spanish Food . All ingredients are fresh and all dishes homemade

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Reservations call 951 70 76 38 Avenida de la Constitucion 35, Cรณmpeta We can be found next to the Car Park

Reservations Recommended

Las Arrijana Sayalonga Ask in The Teteria about our events at Las Arrijana

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Competa Car Hire www.rentalcarplanet.com

Your rental car company on the Costa del Sol Rental Accommodation www.laposadacompeta.com Tel: 655 43 26 59 / 60 Behind Plaza Almijara Competa, Malaga

NOW OPEN For car rental in Competa and the surrounding areas Call for more details: Tel: +34 643 053 068 competacarhire@gmail.com

Fruteria Jara

Local produce of the area Lots of changing special offers

Also Fresh Herbs & Ambient Products Delivery Service to Restaurants Fruteria Jara, Avenida de la Constituciรณn Local 3, Competa

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l Loca Your Partner a th Heal Axarqui e h t in Your Local Health Partner

General Medicine Paediatrics Acupuncture Physiotherapy & Osteopathy Urologist Other Specialists .

Dr Carlos Castillo GP and Paediatrician Lds. Ma Patrocinio Haro Lopez Psychology Dr Daniel Gaitan Cardiologist Dr Joaquin Mut Dermatologist Dr Federico Merino Plastic Surgery General Surgery Andalucian Surgical Institute Dr. Erik Schulten Urologist Dr. Elias Reyes Internal Medicine Echo Doppler Dr. Arielle Perkins Family Medicine .

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Dr Michael Mannish English Dentist (Univ. London Harley St. Cosmetic Dentist 25yrs) Dental Surgery

Cosmetic Dentistry Implantologist Surgery Complete Dental Clinic Modernisation

Free Check up and 2nd Opinion

Jose Antonio Gonzalez Maxillo Facial Surgeon

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The best English/Spanish team for your dental health

WIR SPRECHEN DEUTSCH - WE SPEAK ENGLISH - ON PARLE FRANCAIS

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BBC - Home from Home - ITV BBC 1, 2, 4: ITV 1: Ch4: FILM 4: Ch5 - HD and recording options One Off Payment

NO INTERNET / NO BUFFERING Simple Install: Realign your dish with anew box 220 Euros Full Install: New dish with new box 285 Euros EXTRA CHANNELS ADDED FOR FREE!!!

IPTV Fully loaded packages catch up, box sets, music etc. Please call for price options PACKAGES FROM 6 EUROS / MONTH Paul 657 081 492 / Maggie 952 464 378 Email: paul@iptvdigital.es

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heidisheaven.com Hairdresser for ladies and gentlemen Specialist for hair extensions

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Back to business on the 4th September! Heidis Heaven Avenida de la Constitucion, 19 29754 COMPETA Tel: +34 606 226 645 www.heidisheaven.com email: heidi@heidisheaven.com See Map Spot 51

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Book your appointment with whatsapp 00 34 606226645 or email heidi@heidisheaven.com Appointments available from 1st September by phone 00 34 606226645

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El Cortijo

Bar & Restaurante Avd Canillas 6, Competa

Tel: 952 553 647,

Mov: 617 066 855

Private on-site Parking email: elcortjocompeta.gmail.com

El unico restaurante en Competa

! A unique restaurant in Competa ! Carne a la piedra, a tu gusto y Carta

Meat cooked on the stone to your liking and full a la cart menu

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Carta completa Vegana y Vegetariana Abierto 6 noches cada semana de 18.30 - 23.00 Open 6 nights a week from 18.30 - 23.00 Jedeu / Abend / Geoffuet 18.30 -23.00 Cerrado el lunes Closed Mondays Domingos de 13.00-16.00 Sunday Lunch 1pm-16.00 Sonntag von 13.00-16.00

Full Vegan and Vegetarian menu!

Best views to the coast Mejores vistas a la costa

Ternera asada 7€ Roast Beef 7€ Roastbeef 7€

A great venue for a special event and fantastic views of the hanging houses of Competa!

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TAJ MAHAL

Traditional Indian Tandoori Restaurant

SPECIAL OFFER Torrox Costa EAT AS MUCH AS YOU LIKE Booked Recommended

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Children under 10 - 6.50€ King Prawns not included

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Competa office

CONSTRUCCIONES

SCHMID S.L. TEL. 652656066 OFFICE 691534444 construccionesschmid@hotmail.com www.construccionesschmid.com

AVENIDA DE LA CONSTITUCION 2 COMPETA 30 METER ABOVE THE TOURIST INFORMATION OPENING HOURS 9.30-14.00 AND 16.00-18.30

YOUR GERMAN CONSTRUCTION COMPANY SINCE 2003 FOR THE AREA BETWEEN MALAGA AND MOTRIL. ALL WORK UNDERTAKEN NO JOB TO SMALL AND NO JOB TO BIG JUST FOR INFORMATION See Map OR A FREE QUOTE Spot 60 CALL JAN ON 652656066

Floristeria MaritoÃ±i Plantas Naturales y Artificiales Todo tipo de ceramica para su jardin Especialidad en bodas y grandes eventos Natural & Artificial Plants and Flowers Selection of Ceramic ornaments for the garden Specialists in weddings and large events

C/ Camino de Archez, 4, 29754 Competa See Map Tlf: 952516354 - Mov: 699143815 Spot 46 floristeriacompeta1@hotmail.com

Beth's Soft Furnishings 11b Calle del Carmen, Competa

Tel: 952 55 34 64 Made to measure seating for benches and pool side areas. Cushions & pads for see map indoors or outside spot 62 Curtains Any alterations or repairs

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SPECIAL OFFER ON 2018 MODELS!

www.biciterraneo.com www.facebook.com/biciterraneo biciterraneo@gmail.com Bike & Repair Shop

Work Shop Full Check up, bike cleaning. We repair all brands. Original Parts Shimano, SRAM, Campanolo, etc E Bike diagnostics service Bosch, Yamaha, Brose Shimano

Bike Sales GIANT, BH, BIANCHI, DE ROSA and much more! E Bikes (Brose, Bosch, Yamaha, Shimano motors MTB Road Bikes City Bikes Trekking etc .

Bike Rentals Clothes & Accessories Bike Fitting Service

Mon - Fri 9.00am to 19.30pm Sat 9.00am -2.00pm c/ Romeria, 1 (in front of Maria Zambrano High Scool) 29740 Torre del Mar (Mรกlaga) 952 54 74 84 To advertise call 637 028 873 2 The Grapevine

also Count of Barcelona. The details of the foundation of the Order of Mercy can be seen to this day in the Crown of Aragon Archives in Barcelona. Centuries later in 1687 the Virgin of La Mercè came to the aid of Barcelona by making a plague of locusts disappear. After the locust plague the city council elected La Mercè as co-patron saint of Barcelona although she was not officially canonised as a patron saint of Barcelona until 1868 by Pope Pius IX. Barcelona has celebrated La Mercè festival every year since 1687 and never been plagued by locusts since then.

LA MERCE Friday 21st to Monday 24th September

a Merce is Barcelona's biggest annual festival and often called the Festival of festivals. The Barcelona Mercè festival 2018 dates are Friday 21st to Monday 24th September 2018. Mercè is called Les Festes de la Mercè in the Catalan language and in the Spanish language Fiestas de la Mercè. The guest city for 2018 Merce festival is Lisbon. Bem-vindo!

This is the celebration of the Patron Saint of Barcelona, the Virgin Mary, who is called 'María de las Mercedes', meaning 'Mary of Mercies.' She is also called 'La Mare de Deu de la Mercè,' meaning 'Mother of God of Mercy' in Catalan - or 'Virgin de La Mercè' - Virgin of Mercy - or 'Nuestra Señora de la Merced' (Spanish) which means Our Lady of Mercy - or La Mercè for short. The words 'Mercè' in Catalan and 'Merced' in Spanish mean mercy in English.

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Legend of La Mercè. According to legend on the night of 2nd August 1218 the Virgin Mary appeared to the Catalan knight Pere Nolasc. She asked him to form a sacred order of monks in her name. He did as she asked and formed the Order of Merced, which was dedicated to ransoming Christians, who had been taken prisoner by Saracen pirates during the wars of the crusades and who could not afford to pay their ransoms. Pere Nolaschad actually already been ransoming captured Christians since 1202 some 15 years before the Virgin appeared to him, but he constantly prayed for help and divine intervention and this came in the form of a Marian experience in the year 1218. TheOrder of Mercywas established on August 10th 1218 with the help of Nolasc's confessor at Barcelona cathedral, Saint Ramón de Penyafort, and with support from King Jaume 1 of Aragon who was

There are many free concerts in Barcelona during the Mercè festival including concerts at Bogatell beach. A large part of the Merce music events is a music festival called BAM music festival (Barcelona Acción Musica) which is an annual indie music festival that takes place during the Merce Barcelona city festival. All BAM festival concerts are outdoor and free. The BAM festival is organised by the city of Barcelona and has around over 100 free open-air concerts by international and local artists at four open air venues in Barcelona. Visit the BAM website to see full festival programme. he Merce festival is a festival with a music festival, Catalan traditions, parades, concerts, firework displays, a 10km run and many more events in Barcelona at many locations in the city. Some events like the 10k Merce run take place before or after the main festival. The 24th September is always a public holiday in Barcelona in honour of the city's patron saint La Merce but in 2017 the Merce public holiday moved from Sunday 24th to Monday 25th September.

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JMS Services Maintenance and Services Servicios y Mantenimientos

We offer a full maintenance service for all of your home and everyday needs. We can help you with: Small building jobs Electrical & Plumbing Metal works/Welding Garden & Pool Maintenance Handy Man Services Painting & Decorating Septic Tank Issues Car ITV assistance and much more, call me for a quote We cover the areas:Jamie Hill Native English Competa, Canillas de Albaida, (+34) 605 106 977 & Fluent Spanish Archez, Salares, Sedella, jamie@jms-services.es Canillas de Aceituno, Corumbela, @jamiehilljms Arenas, Sayalonga, Torrox, For inmore info contact Algarrobo and all the countryside betweenâ&#x20AC;?. www.jms-services.es

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All Inclusive walking tours and Walking Club

Competa Walking Club Competa Hikes Walking Club For information about these walks or to reserve your place please contact: competahikes@gmail.com

7 Day Walking Tours Wild Orchid Walks Mushroom Walks Medicinal Herb Walks Bird Watching Spanish Language Spanish Cooking

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More than 20 years ago Asesoría Aljarife opened its’ doors to the public. Since then, hundreds of companies and individuals in the Axarquia region and from the Malaga Province have left in our hands the responsibility to advise them to get the best possible results for their businesses.

ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc. General Administration

We are a group of highly qualified professionals that work for you. Economists and administrators with a wealth of experience that are at your disposal any time in order to make your life easier.

Transfers of vehicles, driving licences, matriculations, etc.) Tax declarations Creation of businesses Accounts General insurances See Map (house, car, health, etc) Spot 22

We speak Spanish, English, German, Finnish, French, Italian

www.aljarife.com ASESORÍA ALJARIFE C/ San Antonio, 8 - 1º 29754 CÓMPETA Málaga Teléfono:(34) 952 51 66 00 Fax: (34) 952 51 67 29

GESTORÍA LÓPEZ NAVAS C/Ros Alférez 4 Bajo C 29740 TORRE DEL MAR Málaga Teléfono: (34) 952 54 25 04 Fax: (34) 952 54 17 47

Breakfasts, tapas dishes, Lunch, A La Carte menu Come for coffee and cake! Variety of Ice creams Tel: 951 832 810 - 690 221 100

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A great venue for a special event and fantastic views of the hanging houses of Competa!

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Open every day from 10am (We do not close for siesta!)

Artisan italian ice creams made daily in our kitchens in Competa.

Now you can also enjoy our Ice creams on the coast! Al Sole Gelateria Italiana Carretera N340 Nยบ 162 - Benajarafe

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Gluten & lactose free Gelato. Italian coffee: Espresso, Cappucino, Affogato. Gourmet Tea. Natural fruit juices. Mini pastries & Cakes made to order. Selection of Italian wines & pasta We are located on Constitution Avenue s/n Local 2 Competa www.facebook.com/heladeriacompeta - lagelateriacompeta@gmail.com

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1. Samusalud 3. Restaurante El Pilón 5. Restaurante Casa Paco 6. La Casa Bella 7. Taurus Real Estate 9. EGO Hair & Beauty 11. Hotel Balcon 12. Fontaneria Román 13. Tu Rincon de Sol Estate Agents 14. Restaurante El Cortijo 15. Bar Restuarante Pericos 16. Teteria Hierbabuena 17. Jose Luis Persianas 18. Action For Animals Charity Shop 19. Thomas Gant Law 21. La Taperia 22. Asesoria Aljarife 24. Como Piensos - Pet Food 26. Tin Tin Hair & Beauty 27. Competa Properties 29. La Esquina de Miguel 30. El Bazar de Competa 33. Bar Restaurante El Recreo 37. Naturvets 38. La Gelateria 43. Jara Fruteria 46. Florist Mari Toñi 53. Marco Polo 54. Vespa del Sol 57. Restaurante El Pámpano 59. Bistro 6 60. Construcciones Schmid 62. Beth's Soft Furnishings 66. Restaurante Que -Tal 70. La Taberna de Oscar 71. Andalucian Experience 72. Bar Lorena 73. Central Dental Competa

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2018 COMPETA WALKING FESTIVAL The Sixth festival will take place from September 27th to 30th

ur sixth festival will take place in 2018: September 27-30. You may enrol for the 2018 Walking Festival now. The 2018 Festival Cómpeta, 65 km east of Málaga, is a walkers’ paradise! Come and enjoy it with us during our sixth Walking Festival. Also this year we chose several new fantastic walks. The principle will stay the same. Each day you will have the choice between an easy walk of ± 3 – 4 hours or an intermediate walk of ± 5,5 –8 hours. Each day you can change your choice. We will walk with guides in groups of no more than 25 persons. You may also walk self-guided if you have a gps. The Cómpeta Walking Festival is the occasion to discover more of this beautiful walking area and to meet old and new walking friends.

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Cost & Booking The participation cost for all 4 days is € 20,- per person incl. the bus transfer. The buffet in Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta on the last day costs € 12,- per person.

Accommodation in Cómpeta During the festival we can offer exclusively for participants in *** Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta: – a double bedroom superior with balcony for 74 euros per night (breakfast included).

Reservations by email only to: walkingtoursinspain@gmail.com or spanjeanders@gmail.com

– a double bedroom standard with balcony for 66 euros per night (breakfast included)

Please indicate with your reservation whether you choose: – for the easy walks or for the moderate walks, – if you want to participate with the buffet on the last day Sunday 30 September.

– a double bedroom without balcony for 62 euros per night (breakfast included)

Upon reservation, you will receive a booking confirmation/invoice and all necessary further information.

And we can offer single bedrooms in restored village houses for 30 euros per night (without breakfast)ç Just send us an e-mail: walkingtoursinspain [at] gmail.com or spanjeanders [at] gmail.com.

N.B. If you reserve the buffet with your application, you will receive on the first day a coupon for a reserved seat on the terrace of Hotel Balcón.

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27-30 SEPTEMBER 2018 www.walkspain.co.uk www.spanjeanders.nl

Programme 2018 27 September Start and finish Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta Intermediate walk 9:00 am approx. 5 hours Cómpeta-Archez-direct path to Canillas de Albaida-acequia-loma de Canillas-Cruz del Monte-Venta de Palma. Easy walk 10.00 am approx. 3,5 hours Cómpeta-Archez-direct path to Canillas de Albaida-high track back to Cómpeta. 28 September Start and finish hotel Balcón de Cómpeta Intermediate walk 9.00 am approx.5,5 hours Cómpeta-path along acequia to Canillas de Albaida-longer circular route via rio and Cueva del Agualower track back to Cómpeta.

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Easy walk 30 September 10.00 am approx. 4 hours Start and finish hotel Balcón de Cómpeta-path along acequia to Cómpeta. Canillas de Albaida-shorter circular route-lower track back to Cómpeta. Intermediate walk 9.00 am approx. 6 hours 29 September Cómpeta-Puerto del Collado-!oma Start and finish tourist office del Daire-Venta Pradillos-Cómpeta Cómpeta Easy walk Intermediate walk 10.00 am approx 4 hours 9.00 am approx. 8 hours Cómpeta-Puerto del Collado-track Cómpeta-Casa la Mina-rio Torrox- over mountain edge back to Acebuchal-El Fuerte-FrigilianaCómpeta. Nerja-bustransfer back to Cómpeta. 3.00 pm buffet on the terrace of hotel Balcón de Cómpeta and Easy walk delivery of the medals. 10.00 am approx. 4 hours Cómpeta-Lagos (beach)-Algarrobo Costa-bustransfer back to Organization: Cómpeta. www.walkspain.co.uk and www.spanjeanders.nl

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2ND ART ROUTE OF FRIGILIANA 5th- 7th October 2018

fter the success of the 1st Art Route of Frigiliana 2017, this year will be the 2nd edition of this walk full of art through the beautiful streets of Frigiliana: 31 locations and more than 50 artists of different nationalities, giving life to a route that will allow you to view different styles and disciplines from the hand of the artists themselves. Come and enjoy it from the 5th to the 7th of October 2018 from 11am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm. This year the Art walk of Frigiliana has grown and the proposal is more extensive. If you enjoyed last year, you'll love it this time. You will discover a wide variety of medias, techniques and styles: painting, sculpture, photography, collage, mixed media, mosaic, engraving, drawing, ceramics, live portrait and even, a large metal and movement installation, whose creator is the artist Merel Holleboom (location n.9): A drawing machine that will make the public interact to create their own art works using it, concentration and another type of communication

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more subtle than speech. You will have also the opportunity to attend the tutored life drawing workshops by the artist Hilary Mullany (location n.21) on Friday the 5th and Sunday and 7th. 10€ fee. Places are limited and you will have to make reservations by email: hislapinture@msn.com Once again we want to emphasize the diversity present in our second art walk, we have more than 50 artists from eleven different nationalities, each one with their own style and technique, joined by art in Frigiliana, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. And you will have the opportunity to meet them personally, chat with them, share with them your thoughts and curiosities and get to know their way of working. To discover the treasures that each artist holds, we will put at your disposal information brochures with a map where you can find the locations of the 31 exhibitions, a picture of the artist and an example of their work.

Thanks to all the people and partnerships that have supported us and helped make this art walk possible. It has grown into an annual event for residents, participants and visitors. Special thanks for their collaboration goes to the following establishments... HOSPEDERÍA EL CARAVANSAR, HOTEL VILLA FRIGILIANA, HAIRDRESSING MARÍA ISABEL, HOTEL CASA TORREÓN 109 and HOTEL MILLER'S OF FRIGILIANA; to the partnerships AZALEA, ABANICO and FRIGILIANARTE; to the individuals THEA BAIRD, BASILIZA SÁNCHEZ, LOLITA GUTIÉRREZ, LISA KATZ and to all those who have contributed so that the SECOND RUTA DEL ARTE FRIGILIANA 2018 is possible. Organized by Maribel Martín and Brendon Taylor (Estudio-galería AMARTE) in collaboration with the Town Hall of Frigiliana. The brochures with the maps and the locations will be available at the tourist office and distributed by the commercial premises in the area. Also you will find them in the artist locations on the route. For more information: @rutadelartefrigiliana rutadelartefrigiliana@gmail.com Studio-gallery AmArte Frigiliana.

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El Mosquin Cómpeta Tel: 608 658 108 www.horseriding-andalucia.com - email: caballosmosquin@hotmail.com

Horse riding in the natural park Sale of original Spanish handmade leather boots.

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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.

RESTAURANTE

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Menu del dia 7,50 Euros Mon -Fri Special Menu Every Sunday 10,50 Euros Free Tapas with every drink on Saturdays Selection of homemade Tapas changing daily English Breakfasts & and a wide range of dishes

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FIGS, FIGS, FIGS Health Benefits of This Fruit

igs grow on the Ficus tree (Ficus carica), which is a member of the Mulberry family. They are unique in that they have an opening, called the "ostiole" or "eye," which is not connected to the tree, but which helps the fruit's development by increasing its communication with the environment. Two crops of figs are potentially produced each year in Spain The first, called the breba crop, develops in the spring on last year’s growth. In contrast, the main fig crop develops on the new growth and ripens in the late summer or fall.The main crop is generally superior in both quantity and quality than the breba crop.

Figs are a good source of dietary fiber. Fiber and fiber-rich foods may have a positive effect on weight management. In one study, women who increased their fiber intake with supplements significantly decreased their energy intake, yet their hunger and satiety scores did not change. Figs, like other high fiber foods, may be helpful in a weight management program.

Fruit and Cereal Fiber—Which is Found in Figs—Protective against Postmenopausal Breast Cancer Results of a prospective study involving 51,823 postmenopausal women for an average of 8.3 years showed a 34% reduction in breast cancer risk for those consuming Figs May Help Lower High Blood the most fruit fiber compared to those consuming the least. In Pressure addition, in the subgroup of women Figs are a good source of who had ever used hormone potassium, a mineral that helps to replacement, those consuming the control blood pressure. Since most fiber, especially cereal fiber, many people not only do not eat had a 50% reduction in their risk of enough fruits and vegetables, but breast cancer compared to those do consume high amounts of sodium as salt is frequently added consuming the least. Fruits richest in fiber include apples, dates, figs, to processed foods, they may be pears and prunes. When choosing deficient in potassium. a high fiber cereal, look for whole grain cereals as they supply the Figs May be a Sweet Way to most bran (a mere 1/3rd cup of Lose Weight

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bran contains about 14 grams of fiber). Fig Leaf May Have InsulinLowering Properties You probably do not think about the leaves of the fig tree as one of fig's edible parts. But in some cultures, fig leaves are a common part of the menu, and for good reason. The leaves of the fig have repeatedly been shown to have antidiabetic properties and can actually reduce the amount of insulin needed by persons with diabetes who require insulin injections. In one study, a liquid extract made from fig leaves was simply added to the breakfast of insulin-dependent diabetic subjects in order to produce this insulinlowering effect. Figs' Potential Cardiovascular Effects In animal studies, fig leaves have been shown to lower levels of triglycerides (a form in which fats circulate in the bloodstream), while in in vitro studies, fig leaves inhibited the growth of certain types of cancer cells. Researchers have not yet determined exactly which substances in fig leaves are responsible for these remarkable healing effects.

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Besides their potassium and fiber content, figs emerged from our food ranking system as a good source of the trace mineral manganese. Figs' Potential Protection against Macular Degeneration Your mother may have told you carrots would keep your eyes bright as a child, but as an adult, it looks like fruit is even more important for keeping your sight. Figs range dramatically in color and subtly in texture depending upon the variety, of which there are more than one hundred and fifty. Some of the most popular varieties are: Black Mission: blackish-purple skin and pink colored flesh Kado.ta: green skin and purplish flesh Calimyrna: greenish-yellow skin and amber flesh Brown Turkey: purple skin and red flesh

Adriatic: the variety most often used to make fig bars, which has a light green skin and pink-tan flesh

Figs were later introduced to other regions of the Mediterranean by ancient conquerors and then brought to the Western History Hemisphere by the Spaniards in Figs can trace their history back to the early 16th century. In the late the earliest of times with mentions 19th century, when Spanish in the Bible and other ancient missionaries established the writings. They are thought to have mission in San Diego, California, been first cultivated in Egypt. They they also planted fig trees. These spread to ancient Crete and then figs turned out to be inferior in subsequently, around the 9th quality to those that were imported century BC, to ancient Greece, from Europe, and it wasn't until the where they became a staple development of further cultivation foodstuff in the traditional diet. Figs techniques in the early 20th were held in such esteem by the century that California began Greeks that they created laws focused cultivation and processing forbidding the export of the best of figs. Today, California remains quality figs. Figs were also revered one of the largest producers of figs in ancient Rome where they were in addition to Turkey, Greece, thought of as a sacred fruit. Portugal and Spain. According to Roman myth, the wolf that nurtured the twin founders of Rome, Romulus and Remus, rested under a fig tree. During this period of history, at least 29 varieties of figs were already known.

Casa Paco Taberna y Restaurante Plaza Almijara, Competa

Visit Casa Paco in the centre of the village. Offering a large selection of Spanish wines and serving the best steaks in area See Map Spot 5

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Property Sales for Cómpeta & surrounding areas

2 Bed Rustic Finca With Jacuzzi Competa - €245,000 - RC590

3 Bed Rustic Finca With Guest Annexe Sayalonga - €275,000 - RC589

Tastefully reformed, traditional finca with both covered and roof terraces with spectacular sea views. Jacuzzi and plot of land of 25,000m2.

Traditional style finca with guest rooms and annexe. Swimming pool spectacular views across to Sayalonga and to the coast and sea. 10,000m2 plot.

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ASESORÍA ALJARIFE Notarial Title deeds, Wills, Catastral Corrections, etc. General Administration

We are a group of highly qualified professionals that work for you. Economists and administrators with a wealth of experience that are at your disposal any time in order to make your life easier.

Transfers of vehicles, driving licences, matriculations, etc.) Tax declarations Creation of businesses Accounts General insurances See Map (house, car, health, etc) Spot 22

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Located next to the Town Hall in Competa

Antonio and Belen welcome you to their Bar and Restaurant

Pajareria Peluqueria canina Bird Shop Canine Hair dressing Los mejores products para tu mascota The best products for your pets Repartimos a Domicilio Home Deliveries

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Breakfasts, Tapas, Pizza, Roscas Montaditos, Fish Dishes, Meat Dishes BBQ Meats, Ice Cream & Traditional Cocktails Inside Seating & Upstairs Restaurant Outside terrace and roof terrace Daily Specials Board

Open 9am until late Kitchen open 11-4pm & 7pm-11pm Closed Tuesdays - Tel: 952 51 60 43

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Bazar Andalusi Crafts Workshop, Pottery, Glass Painting, Antiques, Exclusive Artworks from Local Artists, Natural fibre Clothes, Sterling Silver, Precious Stones Plaza Almijara, 5 Tel. 659 476 038 http://bazarandalusi.blogspot.com.es email bazarandalusi@yahoo.com

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Traditional Sunday Lunch Roast Chicken & Beef & with all the trimmings Lamb available if pre-ordered by Thursday afternoon 1 course 9 euro, 2 courses 10.50 euro or 3 courses 12 euro

Spit Roast Chickens 7.50 euro (Thur, Fri, Sat & Sun) call to order

Live Music and BBQ on Wednesday 5th & Wednesday 12th 5th - Live Music with "Realityâ&#x20AC;? 12th - Live Music with "Voodoo Roseâ&#x20AC;? Call for more details

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THE QUICK CROSSWORD Across

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1. Peril (8) 5. Rim (4) 9. Similar (5) 10. Extinct elephant (7) 11. Aromatic seasoning (7) 12. Wild feline (5) 13. Gaped (6) 15. Winner (6) 19. Go in (5) 21. Farmer's calendar (7) 23. Italian red wine (7) 24. Inexperienced (5) 25. Luxuriant (4) 26. Fierce (8)

1. Envious (7) 2. Mediterranean fruit tree (5) 3. Norm (7) 4. Type of plum (6) 6. Shortage of rainfall (7) 7. Used as an anesthetic (5) 8. Leave out (4) 14. Achieves (7) 16. Vast (7) 17. Wealthiest (7) 18. Of the sea (6) 19. Surpass (5) 20. Rip (4) 22. Dissonance (5) Solution on page 82

1. Into which sea does the Nile flow? 2. Three continents lie on the Tropic of Capricorn, South America is one, name any of the other two? 3. In American currency 10 cents make a what? 4. Afrikaans was developed from which European language? 5. An Ortanique is a cross between a tangerine and what other fruit? 6. What Italian word for 'Scratched Drawing' can be found on walls all over the world? 7. What musical features 'Some Enchanted Evening' and 'There Is Nothing Like A Dame'? 8. What was the name of the first manned lunar landing mission in 1969? 9. Which boxer was nicknamed 'The Dark Destroyer'? 10. What was the name of Ritchie Valens' girlfriend? 11. What is the procedure called where an anaesthetic is injected close to the spinal cord?

12. What poisonous oily liquid occurs naturally in tobacco leaves? 13. Who had his first UK top 10 hit with 'Wichita Lineman'? 14. Which sign of the Zodiac is represented by the Scales? 15. In which country was Rudyard Kipling born?

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FESTIVAL OF CULTURE Photos and words supplied by Sabine von Reth

lovely warm evening in August the Sayalonga neighbourhood celebrated the various countries living in the community. Each country brought their people together, preparing their special dishes. The tables in the market place were filled with British mince pies, German Currywurst, Dutch cheese, Swiss cakes, and Spanish Gazpacho. This evening clearly showed how lovely it is when different nationalities come together to celebrate the various cultures. Well done Sayalonga!

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Sudoku Challenge A true Sudoku Master can complete the puzzles below in less than fifteen minutes!

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Polar Air Conditioning built on reputation, reliability and recommendation Why go anywhere else? For more information call Peter now: 655 211 192 or email: info@polarair.eu (English, Spanish, German)

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ince 1980 IDECOCINA has been engaged in designing and fitting all types of kitchens in all range of styles, including accessories and electrical appliances. They offer comprehensive service performed by their own company staff.

They provide solutions for any space issues, storage and layout and provide the most convenient and economical option for you. They offer you solutions for your requirements and professionally advise you about any question regarding your kitchen.

From refurbishment works to installation of kitchens, they perform everything so that your kitchen is ready from the start in perfect conditions. Your only concern is to choose what you like the most and they will do the rest (See advert opposite for contact details).

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â&#x20AC;˘ SEPTEMBER 2018 Horoscopes â&#x20AC;˘ ARIES

20th March - 19th April

TAURUS

GEMINI

f you saw something in a craft shop or art studio that you'd like to buy but can't afford, consider making it, Gemini. Even if you don't think you're artistic, you could surprise yourself if you try. There are resources for novice crafters. They can give you suuport.

LEO

CANCER

t won't be surprising if you're frustrated with a close friend or partner who's far less ambitious than you. The energy in the air can emphasize your dynamic ways of reaching goals and achieving success. Others who are passive may be difficult for you to get.

LIBRA

22th November - 21st December

ou may feel very creative and ambitious, Aquarius. You might want to use this energy to work on an artistic project, or you may choose to channel it into such activities as organizing your home or workspace.

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23rd October - 21st November

CAPRICORN

22th December - 19th January

xpect to feel a renewed energy especially concerning anything work related. Make the most of this by finishing projects that have been stalled or organizing your desk or closets. Feel confident that you can handle any task quickly.

on't hesitate when it comes to taking on a project or making plans. Extra energy will complement your organization skills, making a perfect combination for handling almost anything. Write down your plans and goals to help stay focused.

AQUARIUS

ut your ambition into action . The planetary aspects should find you feeling energetic and positive, so take steps to achieve your goals. Nothing will happen if you don't actively pursue them. The years can pass quickly.

f you lack a regular exercise routine, Libra, nows a great time to remedy that. Exercise doesn't have to exhaust you or hurt. Even activities like walking or yoga are excellent ways to stay healthy. Play a sport that appeals to you and you combine fun with exercise.

SAGITTARIUS

23rd August - 22th September

ee about using your good relationships with friends and loved ones to get group activities going. You're probably feeling great, and the idea of socializing appeals to you. See about inviting people over for dinner or a BBQ.

SCORPIO

t's the perfect to head outside, Cancer. You'll likely be feeling positive and energetic, and the fresh air, sunshine, and physical activity may be long overdue. Even in a workday, make the most of your breaks and lunch hours by walking.

VIRGO

ake advantage of the energy boost from the planetary movements to actively do things that maintain your sense of wellbeing. Consider emotional and spiritual aspects of your health. Sit outside in the fresh air. Take a walk or do some gardening

t's an excellent day to head outside and do something active. Gardening or landscaping can make great use of your energy and creativity. Fresh air and physical exertion will benefit your health.Even if you have to work there's always the evening to enjoy.

PISCES

t might be a good month to tackle any projects that require muscle. Perhaps there are household repairs that need tackling or furniture to move. You might want to go to the gym!

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THE TRIFIT BIG CHALLENGE

Raising Money for children with the rare disease “Butterfly Skin”

n The Grapevine Magazine last month, we ran an article about The TriFit BIG Challenge. The Big Challenge was the idea of Triathlete, Chris Grenfell who is based in Marbella. It didn’t take much persuading by Chris to get his friend and fellow triathlete Jansen Riley from Competa involved in the tough endurance event. Chris’s idea was to create a tough, three day event to raise money for the ‘Debra, piel de Mariposa Charity’. I was asked and initially decided it wasn’t for me. I held my ground for a few weeks then finally caved in when I read an article about the “Debra charity” and the skin condition “Butterfly Skin”. To be honest I had never heard about the condition. However I soon found out that Butterfly Skin is a rare disease causing extreme fragility of the skin. The children with this condition suffer in pain on a daily basis and will for the rest of their lives. The fault lies in a genetic mutation that fails to “glue” the layers of the

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skin together meaning that even a simple embrace can cause harm. Sadly, to date there is no cure. What was the TriFit Big Challenge? Day 1 / 15km Sea Swim Day 2 / 250km Bike Ride Day 3/ 50km Run Day 1 - The Swim This was the part I was the most anxious about. The furthest I had ever swam prior to the challenge was just over 4k. In fact I have not swam much recently so although I felt confident that I could complete the distance, I was worried about muscle fatigue the following day. The day before the swim there was talk about changing the swim at the last moment due to a influx of Jellyfish on the Costa del Sol, particularly in the Marbella area. We talked about rowing or cycling to Gibraltar (200K) but thankfully the majority of the Jellyfish had disappeared by the Friday morning. Chris decided that we should break the swim into 3 x 5 kilometre sets taking a short break in between

each set. We set of from Playa Cable in Marbella only for me to be bitten on the cheek by a jellyfish and Chris on the nose in the first 10 metres. Apart from that, the conditions were near on perfect and we completed the first 5km and all of our longest ever swims in a steady 1.35mins The 2nd 5km was a bit more eventful as the wind had picked up and the water was getting very choppy as the wind changed direction we were barely moving and it took over 30 minutes to complete the first kilometre. Whilst out at sea we decided to change direction and swim with the wind. This turned out to make perfect sense and once again we completed our longest ever swims covering a little over 7km. We were all in good spirits knowing that there was only 3km to go. Although, in the back of my mind I knew that this was still equivalent distance to a 120 lengths in a 25 metre pool! Again this section went reasonably well and we all finished with no more than a couple of jelly fish stings and sore necks from the sun.

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Day 2 - The Bike I was looking forward to this part!! We woke up around 5am and headed down to the start at the famous Marbella Arch. We set off at 6.15am along the busy coastal dual carriageway to Fuengirola. As we arrived in Malaga the Sun was already up and we were setting a decent pace. In Rincon de la Victoria we were joined by our triathlon team mate, Carol and we chatted all the way to Torre del Mar where we stopped for breakfast. We had already covered nearly 100k but it was all on flat roads in the cool. We were then joined by our Spanish team mate Abel who cycled with us for the next 40k. Now the climbing was to start in the hotter part of the day. Although it was a little overcast the temperature stayed around 30 degrees as we cycled through Velez Malaga, Puente don Manuel and Zafaraya. We stopped near to Lake Bermejales for some lunch before the next push to Granada. When we arrived in Granada it was thundering and according to the weather report there was heavy rain in the ski resort of Pradallano our final destination. The very last section of the ride was a 24k uphill ride to Pradallano. We set off together but soon split up as we were going at different speeds, none of which were very fast! This was easily the toughest bit of the day. I can’t describe the relief of arriving in Pradallano. I was tired, and ready for bed! Also 45 minutes after we had finished I started shaking which is not a great sign. I had arrived at my limit with the amount of training I had put. I went to bed that night not feeling great, and not looking forward to the 50k uphill run the following day. Day 3 - The Run My alarm went off at 5.30am. I did not eat the night before as I felt so bad. So it is fair to say I was a bit worried about the day ahead. The day was going to be different as we were taking part in an official race, The Subida al Pico del Veleta. The race is a 50k running

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race setting off from Granada running uphill to Pico del Veleta (3.369m) on the highest paved road in Europe. There were 600 runners, some of which are professionals and currently represent their countries. On the start line I felt light headed, I was listening to the tannoy system and saw all the other runners taking photos and all I could think about was making sure I didn’t have to drop out after a couple of kilometres. The race started at 7am and the three of us ran together for the majority of the race, all was good. The race its self was un eventful. Some of it we ran and other bits we walked. The support was excellent, and the scenery stunning. Of the three days this was the easiest and the most enjoyable. The last few kilometres were tough but we knew we were nearly there. Then just after 8 hours we arrived at the finish line. The High Point Crossing the snowy finish line on the final day The Low Point Standing in Pradallano, Granada after the long bike leg with five concerned people looking at me asking if I was OK. I was answering yes, but I clearly wasn’t!

Callum & Tania Without Callum (Chris’s Son) and his partner Tanya the challenge would not have happened. They supported us in Kayaks on the swim leg and in a support vehicle on the bike leg. They were both positive and made the experience that much more enjoyable. Again, we could not have done it without you. Thank-you Big Chris Gale force winds were no problem for big Chris as he jumped in the Kayak and helped out in some tough conditions. Not to mentioning driving us around from beach to beach. Thank-you Kerry Our CD Axarlon team mate supported us in her car on the bike leg and logistically made the last day happen. Without Kerry’s help parts of the event would have been pretty much impossible. Thank-you Kerry Charro & Leena These two are the fund raisers from the Debra Charity. Leena herself suffers from the condition. They were there when we started the swim taking lots of photos and raising awareness of the whole event. They give up their spare time to raise money for the charity. Thank-you both .

Looking back it was a fantastic experience. One of those memories that will stay with me forever. In the article I have mentioned myself, Chris and Jansen but it would not have been possible without the help of a lot of other people. So a big thank-you to the following people that made it happen. Julie Grenfell Thank-you for letting us stay in your beautiful Marbella villa, feeding and watering us and generally putting up with us over the first couple of days. Thank-you. If anyone is looking to stay in luxury sports retreat, checkout the Facebook page: Trifitmarbella

And finally and most importantly a massive thank-you to all of you who donated. I understand that there are always people raising money for many worthwhile charities and we cannot give to all. However those that have donated your money will go to making someone’s life a little more comfortable. Article by: Steve Twiselton

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CAMPO CUTTINGS BY LORRAINE CAVANAGH Who Are You?

e all love butterflies; but we are not so keen on caterpillars, especially when they devour our crops or favourite plant. But you can´t have one without the other, as the song goes. So what's the answer? It's easy to say, in a green world, leave them alone and I would take that pathway but I do understand it's difficult when the cabbage whites are munching away at your brassicas; clothes moth caterpillars are chomping through your favourite cardigan and the tomato moth caterpillars are tucking into your tastiest tomatoes. But stop and think before you reach for the spray bottle of insecticide. Every one of those devouring caterpillars has the ability to turn into a hovering thing of beauty that delights our eyes during late summer walks around our gardens and campo. And it's not even just the butterflies that are so beautiful; many of our beloved birds are packed with caterpillar power. They're part of the food chain. Butterflies and moths are found on every continent except Antarctica

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and it is thought that there are around 15,000 species of butterflies and 200,000 species of moths worldwide. It sounds like a lot but they, like much of our wildlife, are having a hard time. It is believed that over the last two to three decades the Iberian butterfly population has dropped by some 70%, and continues to fall; this is in line with worldwide trends. The reasons are various with the usual death knell – climate change, and in particular summer droughts, intensive farming methods with the use of chemical insecticides and herbicides and loss of habitat due to urbanisation. Gardeners can help these endangered creatures, help swing those figures around and I want to help you do it fairly painlessly! We may be small but there are a lot of us and remember that the ultimate goal is to sit back in your garden and watch the gorgeous flight of butterflies. That metamorphosis from squashy and ugly to a dancing flutter of flight has always held us in awe and amazement. Let's make sure it is never lost from our lives.

Growing a few plants specifically for butterflies can make an enormous difference. There are two absolute musts in a butterfly garden. Most of us know and recognise buddleja – commonly known as the butterfly bush for obvious reasons. All types are loved by butterflies but, probably, buddleja davidii is their favourite and it's supremely easy, tough, drought resistant etc. A must have if you've space for a large shrub. The second is less well known, the commonly named butterfly plant or asclepia curassavica. Its bright orange flowers are attractive and, again, it is tough and easy. This is an interesting one because to most insects (and humans) it is poisonous but it is like chocolate cake to the monarch butterfly. The toxins reside in their system making them unpalatable to birds, so it's a win-win for the caterpillars. They will devour your plant but don´t worry, the plant will survive and re-shoot. Mother Nature will take control; most of the caterpillars will have eaten their full and form chrysalides, a few will go hungry and die. Similar looking are the lantanas and verbena family in

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general; try the perennial verbena bonariensis, its swaying stems act like magnets to our fluttering friends. Other butterfly perennials are penstemon, agapanthus, aster, eupatoriums, achilleas, valerians, salvias and the delicious minty scent of agastaches and the hot cherry pie aroma of heliotropes draw them too. Silveryleaved lychnis coronaria with its searing hot pink flowers is another one and if you don´t do pink, there's a calmer white version too. If you want some instant butterfly plants try the quick growing annual cosmos, sunflowers, pentas, zinnias, nicotianas or tobacco plants and marigolds. Many of our common herbs work too; lavender, rosemary, thyme and oregano being particular favourites. Try a patch of flopping oregano plants, dusty-pink in full flower, with blue agapanthus flowers spearing skyward – your butterflies will be in heaven with these nectar-rich plantings. Many ground-covering succulents are good butterfly material too; much of the sedum family and, in particular sedum herbstfreude Autumn Joy which, here, will give a spring flowering and a repeat autumn flush, useful for late nectar. In climbers I've noticed that the passion vines are particularly liked and the night-opening ipomoea alba is a haunt of moths. For a small tree, try caesalpinia gilliesii, the lovely bird of paradise tree with its yellow flowers and prominent red stamens. If you want butterflies, be nice to nettles! A patch of nettles has always been the traditional way to draw butterflies and, whilst a little difficult to achieve here because

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verbascum bait plants for them, well separated from your garden plantings so that you can enjoy their vast furry leaves too and towering flower spikes. Mother Nature will control plagues; thus we have predators such as frogs, toads, lizards and birds. If you have chickens and ducks and caterpillars are getting out of control, let your feathered friends' free range for a while. It's all part of the natural food chain. Food crops can be they like rich ground, a small area is netted to protect or try growing bait possible. The young shoots also plants nearby – nasturtiums are make a very fortifying tea for us. incredibly useful for protecting your brassicas. Or try tucking large The umbellifers are also greatly pieces of white eggshell around loved – things like parsley, dill, your brassicas. The cabbage white cumin, coriander, fennel, parsnip, butterfly, mistaking them for other celery and Queen Anne's lace or butterflies, will avoid them to avoid wild carrot. over competition for food. They are Many might think, ok, butterflies fine also not so keen on non-green but moths aren´t so welcome. Think leaves; so plant red cabbage, again! Have you seen the stunning coloured kale, rainbow chard and purple pak choi. Herb sachets hawk moth, silk moth and mullein placed between clothing will keep moth caterpillars? They are fabulous in the world of caterpillars clothes moths at bay – stuff them with lavender, rosemary, thyme, and moths. The most striking of all mint or cloves and refresh now and is the elephant hawk moth which again with essential oils. Strongloves fuchsia plants and rosebay smelling cedar chests were willow herb. If you've oleanders commonly used; substitute with planted, look out too for the airtight boxes. oleander hawk moth caterpillar which starts off vivid yellow with a And remember that the odd hole in black horn on the rear end of the a lettuce leaf is not detrimental to body. They, too, are able to absorb us but it was a great feed for some the oleander toxins thus avoiding other little fella! the attention of predators. Silk moths are just adorable – furry little Chewbaccas – find them a mulberry Viveros Florena, Cómpeta will reopen after our summer break on tree. They will eat leaves of both black and white but much prefer the Tuesday 4th September. We're going to be bright-eyed and white. Similarly, mulleins or bushy-tailed after our long verbascums are essential food for holiday so look out for lots of the mullein moth caterpillar, a innovations and happenings! striking yellow, black and white creature. Keep a couple of

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WORLDS BIGGEST COFFEE MORNING The Worlds Biggest Coffee Morning was started by MacMillan Cancer Support way back in 1990 and it is now their largest fundraising event. Here in Competa, our first coffee morning was in 2012 and now itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to remind you that our 7th coffee morning will take place on Friday, 28th September at 11.00am at CafĂŠ/Bar Lorena, Competa. Tickets are available in advance, from 01 September from Todo Todo, Competa at still only 5 euros per person. This years event will be even bigger and better so come along and join in the fun and try those delicious cakes. There will as always be a terrific Tombola table, a raffle stall plus other fundraising games kindly sponsored by Sugar and Spice. Once again, all the funds raised at our local event will be shared 50/50 between MacMillan Cancer Supoort and Cudeca Cancer Care, Spain, If you kindly wish to donate a tombola prize; please contact either Deborah Matthews on 608495667, email ddmatthews@gmail.com or Helen Sanderson on whatsapp; 00447970274144, email helenandgary@sky.com Or wish to donate a cake; please contact Debi Bond on whatsapp

626192117or email debi.bond@gmail.com Any questions, please contact me, Cindy Jones 665156467 or email cindyjones19@hotmail.com See you Friday, 28th September at 11am. Thank you. Cindy Jones, Cudeca volunteer, Competa.

Royal British Legion Nerja Branch In September 1988 Nerja Branch of the Royal British Legion was formed and throughout the 30 years it has been in existence members and friends have consistently worked towards raising funds to help all those whose lives have been affected by conflict, whether physical or mental, and the families of those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Each year we have managed to send generously to the Poppy Appeal through our lunches, events, the Poppy Walk, Poppy Ball and Remembrance Day and on 20th September at the Caves Restaurant (7.00pm) we are holding a special evening dinner with entertainment and dancing to celebrate the inauguration of the branch. This event is not only for our own members. It is open to anyone who would care to join us. We hope it will be a lively evening of reminiscience and joy as it will also be commemoration of the end of the Ww1. Like all charitable organisations we rely on the

support of the public and not just our members and we are always pleased to welcome newcomers as well as old friends. To book for the dinner please contact Vera, Tel 952976200 or email: ozzybaldwin@yahoo.co.uk

RUTA DEL ARTE FRIGILIANA. Come and enjoy it from the 5th to the 7th of October 2018 from 11am to 2pm and from 4pm to 8pm. This year there are more than 45 artists and 31 locations. All differentnationales, each one with their own style and technique, joined by art in Frigiliana, one of the most beautiful villages in Spain. And you will have the opportunity to meet them personally, chat with them, share with them your thoughts and curiosities and get know their way of working.

Open from 10:00H -13:30 from Tuesday to Saturday Closed Monday)

WALKING FESTIVAL The Sixth Competa Walking festival will take place September 27-30. The participation cost for all 4 days is € 20,- per person incl. the bus transfer.The buffet in Hotel Balcón de Cómpeta on the last day costs € 12,- per person.

COMPETA TOWN HALL NEWS “NOCHE DE LOS LUMBRES”, BONFIRE NIGHT. FRIDAY 7TH SEPTEMBER 21:00H PLAZA CARMEN. Live music, bonfire and aguadente! What more can you ask for! Join us for a fun night. The history of this night comes from the end of the grape harvest celebrated by a “clean up”. Getting rid of the old or “bad” and purifying with the fire.On top of the bonfire often there is a figure “Juas” Judas. A bit like our English “Guy Fawlkes”. RED CROSS Thursday 13th September 11:00 – 12:00 Public meeting in English. Find out more about the spanish red cross.Cómpeta town hall salón de actos All welcome Tourist Office for Local Information. Open 10:00H - 15:00H Monday to Saturday. Open 10:00 – 14:00H Sundays. On Saturdays at 10:30 we have a free guided visit around the village to find out more about Cómpeta history. The tour lasts for about 2 hours, and is conducted in English.

JUKEBOX BANDITS UPCOMING GIGS .Friday 24 August: Bar Cerezo, Canillas de Albaida, 8.30 - 11.30pm. To reserve a table call 952 553 018 or 699 933026 Friday 31 August La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida, 9.00 - 12.00pm. To reserve a table call 952 553254 or 609 167127 Saturday 1 September Plaza Almijara, Competa 8.30 - 11.30. To reserve a table call Pericos 952 553739 or Casa Paco on 952 516077 Saturday 15 September: Private Wedding, Arijana, Sayalonga Friday 21 September: La Plaza, Canillas de Albaida, 9.00 - 12.00pm. To reserve a table call 952 553254 or 609 167127 Sunday 23 September: Hotel Balcon, Competa, 2.00 - 5.00pm To reserve a table call 952 553662. Sunday 7 October: Canillas de Albaida MultiCultural Concert

MULTICULTURAL CONCERT 7th October from 8.00pm Canillas de Albaida. The concert will include the following bands and ,music Eduardo Lopez comes from Tenerife, he is a young flamenco singer from Frigiliana that has sung for about 5 years in the Carmen Mota Flamenco Show at Los Cristianos (Tenerife) Amazing voice with a flamenco fusion show. Pete Walbridge is an english musician with lot of years of experience who plays bass and now will come as blues guitar player with different blues styles. The Jukebox Bandits will play a lot of variaty styles with acoustic sound vibes. And Finally Little Less is a covers Rock Band with 10 years of concerts that will play some classics of Rock Funky and Soul starting the Jam Session making mix of flamenco & blues with more modern styles.

C NTACTS DIRECT RY Emergency Numbers Emergency Services Ambulance Fire Brigade Guardia Civil

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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 Salares Tel: 952 508 906 Sayalonga Tel : 952 552 404 Sedella Tel: 952 508 858 Nerja Tel: 952 523 131 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 Nerja Sayalonga Torre del Mar

Tel: 952 553 685 Tel: 952 521 531 Tel: 952 535 206 Tel: 952 541 104

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Alcaucin Tel: 952 510 002 Archez Tel: 952 553 159 Canillas de Albaida. Tel: 952 553 006 Canillas de Aceituno, Tel: 952 518 002 Cómpeta, Tel: 952 516 006 952 516 025 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 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 de Albaida Canillas Silvia: 952 553 180 Maria Jose: 952 553 018 Cómpeta Franquelo: 952 553 662 El Mellizo: 952 516 056 Maximo: 952 516 199 Cesáreo: 952 516 205 Sayalonga Ramiro: 952 535 029

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Telephone Doctors General Enquires Tel: Speaking Clock Tel : Line Faults Tel: Directory Enquires Tel:

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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 Canillas de Albaida - CompetaSayalonga - Malaga Mon-Fri Departs Canillas de Albaida 7.00 - 9.30 - 13.30 - 15.30 - 17.30 Sat, Sun & Festivals 9.00 Sat & Festivals 15.30 Sun 18.00 For Competa add 5 minutes For Sayalonga add 20 minutes Malaga - Torre del Mar Algarrobo Costa - Sayalonga Competa - Canillas de Albaida Mon-Fri Departs 11.30 - 13.15 - 18.30 Sat & Festivals 13.15 - 18.30 Sun 10.30 - 20.15

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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 Cรณmpeta, La Caleta de Velez Sunday Nerja Car Boot Sale, Sayalonga Sayolanga Municipal Market Mon- Fri 8.30am-2.30pm

Church Services Cรณmpeta 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

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Velez Malaga Tel: 951 067 000

Finland

Tel: 952 212 435

France

Tel: 952 214 888

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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

Cรณmpeta & La Caleta:

657 582 225

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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

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Radio Sol Almijara

99.1 FM

December 8th Immaculate Conception

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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

Airconditioning / Heating

Phone: 952.539.742

Mobile: 606.423.869

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Computers

Furniture Stores

David Fenton Computer Help Specialist

Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer House calls, remote assistance or bring it to me. Help and impartial advice

TEL: 952 549 607 / MOB: 654 899 976

Glass, lighting & blinds

Construction Construcciones Schmid S.L Tel: 652 656 066 JMS Services Tel: 605 106 977

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Sales, Service & Installation

Jose Luis Persianas Tel: 952 516 397

Hairdressers Tin Tin Hairdressers Tel: 952 516 416 E.G.O Tel: 616 022 734 Salon Chica Loca Tel: 606 226 645

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Cooling and Heating Solutions Air Con, Solar Systems & Pool Heat Pumps

De Tropen Tel: 618 963609

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Joe Jones 655 791167

Esola Systems Tel: 952 550 323 Klimacentro Tel: 952 540 786 Connect Airconditioning Tel: 951 282 196

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Food Stores & Shops

Health & Beauty Clinica Europa Tel: 952 530 908 Rebeccah Curtis Tel: 952 530 122 Feel Good Axarquia Tel: 635 693 282 Centro Dental Competa Tel: 634 35 12 37

Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

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La Gelateria facebook/heladeriacompeta

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NESS Insurance

Mechanics & Recovery

Restaurants & Bars

Black Tower Tel: 607 845 603

Restaurante Cerezo

Tel: 952 507 144

Large Terrace - 952 553 018 Canillas de Albaida (Málaga) C/Estacion 5 - restaurantecerezo@hotmail.com

Kennels & Pets

VENTA EL CURRO

Property Legal Advice Raza Hotel for dogs Tel: 952 535 417

Tel & Fax (00 34) 952 55 38 07

and / or appointments

Call Paul Tel: 664367511 email: pcandmrogers@gmail.com

Plumbers & Water Solutions

Tel: 952 55 33 69

Mobile: (00 34) 660 51 01 34

www.solutions4u-competa.com

UK C&G Qualified, Callouts (24/7)

Asesoria Aljarife Tel:952 51 66 00 Asesoria Axarquia Tel:952 54 51 05 Thomas Gant Law Tel: 952 51 69 61 CS Lawyers Tel: 952 96 70 04 Axarquia Solictors Tel: 952 901 225

Mov:689 544 777

Real Estate

Leisure & Hobbies RENT / ALQUILAR VESPAS

Tel:(0034) 618 295 063 Tel:(0034) 951 067 711

Costa del Sol & Axarquia Tel:+34 628 44 15 32 +34 628 71 94 63

www.vespadelsol.com

Competa Hikes Tel: 619 175 649

www.taurusrealestate.com 952 516 633 / 660 743 670

BIKE HIRE, TOURS & HOLIDAYS Road & Mountain Bikes Tel: 637 02 88 73

cyclemalaga.com

www.ventaelcurro.com

Solutions 4 U

Locksmiths LOCKSMITH

Argentinian Grill

ctra.Corumbela s/n Archez (Malaga)

INMOBILIARIA TU RINCON DEL SOL Tel: 952 51 63 58 Mov: 628 06 97 03

Brogan Properties Tel: 952 55 38 60 Axarquia Properties Tel: 609 436 537 Immotions Real Estate Tel: 654 899 531 Andalucia Real Estate Tel: 952 534481 .

Restaurante El Pilon Tel: 952 553 512 - Cómpeta Taberna Teteria Hierbabuena Tel: 951 70 76 38 - Cómpeta The Pavo Real - Cómpeta/Torrox Tel: 654 86 90 83 The Balcon Hotel - - Cómpeta Tel: 952 55 36 62 El Recreo - Cómpeta Tel: 952 51 60 43 La Extremeña - Archez Tel: 686 558 362 Casa Paco - Competa Tel: 952 516 077 El Pino Restaurant - Torrox Tel: 952 968 106 Perico’s - Competa Tel: 952 553 739 El Cortijo - Competa Tel:952 553 647 Restaurante El Pámpano Tel: 951 832 810 Bar Miguel - Competa Tel: 952 516 754 Jocavi - Sayalonga Tel: 952 535 177 The Beach Lounge - Torre del Mar team@thebeachlounge.es Plaza Lounge Bar - Benamargosa Tel: 633 808 224 Cantueso - Periana Tel: 699 946213 Bar Lorena - Competa 952 553 354 .

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Swimming Pool Heating

Satellite Services

Total Satellite Installations Tel: 629 556 266 Sky Digital Tel: 952 464 378

Vets

Naturevets - Competa Tel: 952 553 850

Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Windows & Doors

Spaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s & Saunas

Solicitors

UPVC-WINDOWS/DOORS Tel. 952 50 25 27 E-Mail: juanverdun@juanverdun.com

Delprado Solicitors Tel: 95 252 72 74 Axarquia Solicitors Tel: 951 901 225

Official Manufacturer

Wine / Bodega

Solar T:(+34) 951 386 706 M:(+34) 658 845 285 reservas@bodegasbentomiz.com Tel: 652 970 608 info@hmheating.es www.hmheating.es

Solar Sundays Tel: 648 025 901

Mobility

Upholstery Michaelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Upholstery Tel: 952 55 34 64

Villa Care

Mobility Products For Sale or Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

Cars Bought & Sold Cars Wanted Tel: 657 919 965

Plants House Martins tel:+44 (0)845 0041041 mob: +34 692 408 306 www.housemartins.es

VetiverSpain Tel: 692 288 657

Property Care and Management Services

STAIR-LIFTS Tel: 95 296 7015 / Mob: 635 445 279

www.bluebadgemobility.com

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CAS NEWS This Months Update

Seacrest Hog Roast! Kurt and Laura from Seacrest Kennels and Cattery in Nerja will be hosting their 13th Annual Hog Roast BBQ in aid of the Costa Animal Society (CAS) on Friday 28 September at 8:00pm. This event is always a lively evening to mark the end of summer. Even the aged and infirm will be staying up well past their bedtimes, shuffling about the dance floor or tapping their canes to the infectious music provided by the inimitable DJ Kapt'n Krap. There will be an exiting raffle with prizes great and small and all proceeds from the night will go directly to helping abandoned dogs and cats in our area. Tickets are â&#x201A;Ź20 per person which includes a hog roast buffet with complimentary salads and a half bottle of wine. (Vegetarian options are available.) Booking in advance is essential with Laura and Kurt at 95 252 1426. Scruffs! Handlers and dogs, the Costa Animal Society (CAS) is pleased to announce that our annual dog show Scruffs will be held on October 14 at the Plaza de EspaĂąa in Nerja from 12.00pm until 4.00pm. Guaranteed to be a wonderful afternoon, there will be prizes for 12 different categories, including Waggiest Tail, Best Rescue Dog and the real nail-biter, best Sit and Stay. Food and beverages will be available along with several stalls offering a diverse selection of handicrafts. Attention Boys and Girls: This year CAS will be adding a new category, Child Handler 12 years or under. Come on kids, you've got plenty of time to practice having your dog walk close on your left, stop, sit and shake, then reward them with a delicious treat and a pat on the head. And ladies and gentlemen, while you're at Scruffs, don't miss our fantastic tombola! For the uninitiated, a tombola is a game where when you buy a ticket if the last number of that ticket is a 0 or 5, there will be a corresponding prize on the table. The prizes this year will be well worth the risk. We are also happy to announce that at 2.00pm there will be a dog walk with several animal rescue groups parading dogs ready for adoption. If a particular pooch catches your fancy, after a home evaluation you can begin a new life with a loving companion. Big fun!

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Happy Tails The Costa Animal Society (CAS) has been following Dobby and Doris' story for a few months and at last Doris has followed in her son's footsteps and flew home with her new Swedish owner in August. Doris is now enjoying her new life in the Swedish countryside and will be experiencing her first snow this coming winter. If you would like to meet any CAS rescue dogs and/or cats who are up for adoption please feel free to call Kurt or Laura on 95 252 1426. To find out more about helping CAS contact Vera at 95 252 9670.

Bistro 6

Gilly and Gary welcome you to Bistro 6 just down from Plaza Vendimia, Competa.

New Summer Dishes Special Menu and Regular menu Corkage Available see map For reservations call 951 832 817 spot 59 Kitchen Open: 12.00 to 3.30pm & 7.00 to 10.30pm Bar Open: 12.00 to 3.30pm & 6.30pm until late Closed Sundays Closed in the daytime on Mon & Wed Opening at 6.30pm Mon & Wed evening Booking Highly Recommended

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September 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. All are welcome. Contact number 952 219 396. Roman Catholic Mass in English, held every Saturday, will now take place in Caleta de Velez, Parish Church of Nuestra Señora del Carmen, situated on the main street. Time 5pm. LUX MUNDI, TORRE DEL MAR Lux Mundi Ecumenical Centre, Torre del Mar. Avda. Moscatel 1”I”, (Jardines Viña Malága/Antigua Casa de la Viña Opening hours Monday through Friday 10.00 to 13.00 only. Every Monday Starting 10th September. Come along to learn how to knit or crochet . Time 11.00 t0 13.00 at the Centre. Every Tuesday Starting 11th September. 11.30 to 13.00 & Thursday 16.30 to 18.00. - Espan-Glish Group at the Centre. I A donation of 1€ will be appreciated. Every Wednesday Starting 12th September – Art & Craft Group. Time 14.00 to 17.00 at the Centre. Every Friday – Coffee Morning. Time 11.00 to 13.00. Monday September 3rd - Half Orange “Bring and Share” Lunch, widows, widowers and singles group. The group also meets on the other Mondays of the month for coffee, walks, visits to places of interest, etc. Time 13.00. Tuesday September 11th & 25th - Photography Group. Time 16.00. Monday September 17th – Spanish Language tuition restarts. Time 10.00 to 13.00. Monday September 17th – Art Appreciation

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Group. Donation of 2 Euros. Time 10.30 at the Centre Thursday September 20th - - Coach Excursion to Gibraltar. Ticket price 12 Euros. Thursday September 27th – Coach Excursion to Ubrique & Grazalema. The bus will travel to Ubrique, a picturesque white town in the Serrania de Ronda Mountains of Cadiz province, spectacularly situated in front of the crag of the Cruz de Tajo. then a visit Grazalema situated in a high valley over 800m in the Sierra del Endrinal and dominated by the magnificent rocky outcrop known as Peñon Grande. Here you can have lunch and look around the town and also visit the Artisan Textile Mill, where beautiful blankets, ponchos, purses etc. are made from the local wool. You will then re-join the coach for the homeward journey. Ticket price 28 Euros available at the Centre. Proceeds for fund raising. Departure times:- Viñuela (Football pitch) 7.10, Algarrobo (Lidl) 7.30, Caleta (Vets) 7.35, Torre del Mar (Bus station) 7.45. Friday September 28th –The Centre will be closed for San Miguel Feria. 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 and sorry we cannot accept cards TRAPICHE SOCIAL CLUB The Trapiche Social Club meets every Wednesday at 12 noon until 2pm at the Trapiche Restaurant, just off the A356 Velez-Malaga to La Vinuela. The first Wednesday in the month is our regular lunch meeting, we enjoy a 3 course lunch with wine, casera and water for just €8.50. 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.RBL-Losromanes.org.uk or Margaret Branch Sec. 951066079 NERJA BRANCH THE ROYAL BRITISH LEGION The Branch holds lunch meetings at the Hotel Al Andalus, Maro on the 3rd Thursday of each month. Also at the Restaurant Nueva Arenas, La Herradura on the 1st Friday of each month. Non members are always welcome. Booking is essential. For further information about the branch or to book for lunch , Please contact Vera, Tel 952967200 or Email: ozzybaldwin@yahoo.co.uk

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LA VIÑUELA

COMPETA

Spectacular villa overlooking Lake Viñuela comprising 3 double bedrooms, 2 bathrooms (1 en suite), large open plan living room / dining room, luxury fully fitted kitchen and large store room. Stunning pool terrace, car port and excellent access. Must be seen.

Ideal town house in a great location, sold furnished and ready to move into. Approx. 78 m2 comprising lounge, fully fitted kitchen with breakfast bar and dining area, 2 bedrooms, bathroom, utility room and roof terrace with spectacular sea views.

REF:MS104

REF: C1393

EPC Rating G

279,000€

EPC Rating E

115,000€

www.taurusrealestate.com

ALGARROBO

ALMACHAR

Charming renovated country finca (73m2) set in a tranquil location in the hillside above the village. Many original features. 2 Beds, 1 bath, good size living/dining room & kitchen. Central patio & various terraces. Breathtaking views. Sold fully furnished.

Spectacular property located 3 minutes from the beautiful whitewashed village of Almachar. Main house with 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, stunning terraces, and guest house with one bedroom and separate workshop. Set in gorgeous gardens with Jacuzzi and pool.

REF: T843

EPC Rating E

175,000€

REF:C3603

EPC Rating G

Sayalonga Office Calle Calvario s/n, 29752 Sayalonga Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 952 535 043

Competa Office 31 Av. de la Constitucion, 29754 Competa Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 952 516 633

Caleta de Vélez Office Avenida de Andalucía 189 29751 Caleta de Vélez Malaga, Spain Tel: +34 951 832 150

395,000€

Service with Integrity