Carlisle Guide 35 July - August

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A Word from the Editor

Managing Director Stephen Murphy

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Despite the good old Cumbrian weather, summer is in full swing and there’s something about this season that fills us with optimism and aspiration.

Office Admin Manager Steffany Clarke T: 01946 816 719 steffany@theguidemediagroup.com

This August, the streets of Carlisle will come alive in a celebration of the city’s heritage. The Carlisle Fringe Festival is bigger and better than ever and looks set to become an integral date on the international festival calendar. Our border city is finally being recognised for its huge potential as an event destination, exciting times are to come.

The city centre is certainly filled with excited shoppers, getting ready to jet off to sunnier climes. Only holiday shopping allows you to buy those floaty kaftans and beautiful fringed sandals, even if they will only be worn one week of the year.

On our fashion pages we’ve put together the essential holiday wardrobe, to take you from beach to bar and most importantly, make sure you don’t exceed your baggage allowance.

Graphic Designer Mike Proud T: 01946 816 728 mike@theguidemediagroup.com

If you’re reading this and feeling slightly disheartened because, like many Brits this year, you’re embarking on a ‘staycation’, it’s not all bad. As we found out, on page 50, there are some great days out to keep you and the whole family entertained without venturing too far afield.

Plus, our food and drink section is bursting with seasonal delights to keep you smiling, including a particular favourite of mine, Gin and Tonic ice cream; I mean, what’s not to love?

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Advertising Paul Seath T: 01946 816720 paul@theguidemediagroup.com

There’s plenty going on in the region this summer, so make the most of it. And in case you need a bit of inspiration, this issue is packed with the best of what’s on, where you are throughout July and August. Enjoy!

Sarah x

Editor Sarah Sinclair T: 01946 816 728 sarah@theguidemediagroup.com

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THE MARKET HALL

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Carlisle Comes Alive For Fringe Festival Carlisle Fringe Festival will celebrate the historic city of Carlisle for 11 days this August, providing a vibrant, urban extravaganza of outdoor performance, comedy and street theatre.

The unique event will return this year as a major international festival, taking over the city from 18 - 28 August. The Fringe Festival will combine the Carlisle Pageant, a Best of Carlisle market, an ancient Proclamation and a bustling international market, alongside an action-packed programme of comedy, cabaret and family shows.

The festival will celebrate the city’s history and heritage and will link in with the ancient proclamation of the Great Fair.

The Proclamation is the declaration of Carlisle City Council’s rights to hold an annual Fair in August, first granted to the citizens of Carlisle in 1352 by Edward III. 6

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The Pageant Puppet Parade, which will be one of the main events of the festival, will see giant puppets depicting key historical characters parading through the city centre. The parade will begin at The Old Fire Station, and then begin to make its way towards the city centre.

Cllr Anne Quilter, Portfolio holder for Culture, Heritage and Leisure for Carlisle City Council, said: “We are incredibly proud to deliver an exciting festival of events and our hope is that with everyone behind it, the Carlisle Fringe can go on to become an integral part of the international festival calendar.”

Over the course of the event, the border city’s streets will come alive, with a colourful street theatre programme set to run alongside the festival. On Carlisle Pageant Day, laden tables will be spread throughout the city centre, for a 1950’s-style street party celebration.

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A heady mix of live entertainment will also feature at venues throughout the city. Carlisle’s Old Fire Station, in particular, will play host to more than 20 different shows, including performances from well-known comedians Eleanor Conway and Kelly Convey, as well as a host of live music acts.

Producer of Carlisle Fringe Festival, Graham Main, added: “We have been dreaming up Carlisle Fringe for a good few years now and we are thrilled that so many partners have signed up to help realise the potential of this incredible city.

“Combining a number of events to form one amazing festival helps us to make the Carlisle Fringe event more compelling and we are excited about working together to make the city an event destination in the future.”

The full programme, complete with acts and venues, is due to be announced later this month.

Carlisle Fringe Festival is open to everyone and organisers are keen to involve as many local people and businesses as possible. Those interested in being involved with the Fringe Festival can contact organisers on 01228 812611.

For more information visit www.carlislefringe.co.uk

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An Artist’s Impression As summer brightens our moods with the promise of sunshine, it might be time to add a touch of warmth to your walls as well.

Unlike many things in life, art is timeless and transitional from season to season; there’s no need to spring clean your walls each year or invest in a whole new set of canvases come October, ready for the darker nights. If you love a piece of art enough to invest in it, chances are you’ll love it for life. That said, it doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t be inspired by the seasons when looking for your forever piece.

With the sun shining, it’s hard not to fall in love with the vibrant and creative styles of artists such as Rozanne Bell and Scott Bateman. Summer is filled with fun, laughter and bold colour and this is reflected in both of their work.

The Edwin Talbot gallery in Carlisle have recently received a number of new Rozanne Bell pieces. Gallery owner, Ben Heslop, couldn’t resist the vibrancy of her paintings.

He said: “The colour and sheer energy in her work is so captivating. A painting by Roz comes alive and in turn really explodes vivid colour into the space it takes up and beyond into the room.”

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harbours, twilight and moonlight scenes, it is not hard to see why we are drawn to Rozanne’s work at this time of year.

However, even if the good weather is short lived, Rozanne’s paintings will bring sunshine to your home in the wettest of British summers.

Ben continued: “Having been lucky enough to have seen her work in many different settings, the phrase 'a real head turner' doesn't do it justice. If you are looking for a piece with the wow factor that will raise a smile every time you pass then look no further. They genuinely do cheer me up.”

The distinctive style might have something to do with the fact that Rozanne was born in Zimbabwe and grew up painting the flora and fauna of her striking surroundings.

Even now, from her home in the Dorset countryside, her work is hugely influenced by the vibrant colours, light and contrasts.

Ben explained: “The use of clear resin to build in texture and substance is a really inspired feature when twinned with her bold brash use of colour.”

Her style and technique are constantly evolving, allowing her to produce a wide variety of work; one thing you can be sure of with Rozanne, no two pieces are ever the same.

Another artist who is capturing the spirited atmosphere

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of summer, is Birmingham born, Scott Bateman. While Scott’s work is also playful and bold, he often depicts scenes symbolic of summer. His work can’t help but raise feelings of nostalgia, of treasured moments from childhood summers; campervan holidays, kite flying and star gazing. His unusual style can divide opinion but also has the ability to resonate with the inner child in all of us.

Ben said: “Scott's naive and contemporary style can be polarising in opinion, yet his themes of couples in love, fantasy lands and the home really do captivate and allow the viewer to lose themselves in his work.

This combined with his obvious love of the iconic camper van and the mini make these very desirable pieces.”

With a BA Hons in Illustration, Scott uses oil on canvas to create his contemporary pieces and his work is growing increasingly popular with galleries and private collectors in the UK. The versatile nature Scott’s style makes his work accessible for all.

Ben added: “Like Rozanne, but in a very different way, Scott has a very playful and bold vivacity to his work. In a child's bedroom these work just as well as they would in a

contemporary living room or with the clean cool lines of a kitchen; versatility and fun is something that really runs through all he does.”

If you’re feeling inspired by the artwork of Rozanne and Scott, the Edwin Talbot gallery exhibits a variety of work by the artists all year round. It might just be the perfect time to invest; pop down to see Ben, talk through your ideas and see what the gallery has to offer.

Ben said: “I will often take art to people’s houses so they can view the piece in their own setting and get a real feel for it. It is handy to bring in a quick camera phone picture into the gallery so we can see the space you are interested in filling; this is all part of the bespoke, tailor made personal service we like to offer our customers.”

Get 15% off all original art, including Rozanne Bell and Scott Bateman, at the Edwin Talbot gallery throughout July and August.

For more information contact 01228 525231 or visit www.edwintalbot.co.uk

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THE MARKET HALL

With everything you need, all under one roof, what’s not to love about your local market?

One of the few remaining covered Victorian markets in the country, the Market Hall in Carlisle city centre has everything from fresh food stalls and florists to haberdashery and health shops. It is a hub, brimming with activity, at the heart of the city.

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Carlisle’s original ‘super’ market stands as proudly on Scotch Street today as it did when it first opened in 1889. The Market Hall, which is also known as the Covered Market, has a long and colourful history, yet it still offers an important service to shoppers in the City Centre. The market now boasts more than 35 vendors and remains an affordable way for local people to own a city centre business.

The Love Your Local Market campaign, which took place over a fortnight in May, is set up to encourage shoppers to rediscover the joy of their local market.

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Helen Wylie, who manages the Market said: "People visiting the Market for the first time seem enthralled by the experience but, sadly, too often those who live and work in the city do not regularly shop in their Local Market.

“With their busy lives it is so much easier to shop online or to buy their weekly shopping at a large supermarket with everything from tea bags to televisions under one roof and free parking to boot.”

She added: “Small Businesses need the all year round support of local people otherwise they will not survive.”

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Home to many of the City Centre small businesses the Covered Market is a melting pot of traditional and modern retailers brimming with an eclectic mix of quality goods and services. Shoes, pet supplies, stationery, jewellery and chinese medicine are just some examples of the variety of goods that can be found there, as well as plenty of places to refuel afterwards, such as the new, Ecce Speciality Coffee.

The Market is a foodies paradise, with fresh fruit and vegetable stalls, cheese shops, international cuisine and wholefoods. And for those who are becoming more aware of where their food comes from, it doesn’t get much fresher than the local market.

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A leisurely stroll around the Market Hall will lead shoppers to something of interest at every corner. This Aladdin’s cave of retail gems has a friendly atmosphere and a sense of community that only comes with shopping local.

Helen said: “Carlisle can only be enhanced by an eclectic mix of small businesses offering a variety of quality products and services and a level of customer service which is second to none. Our City Centre would be a poorer place without the Market Hall so I encourage you all to, Love Your Local Market.”

The Market Hall is open Monday to Saturday 8am - 5pm.

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MOO-ve Over,

It’s Dalston Show!

By Arran George

The Dalston Agricultural Show has been a popular local event since the 19th century.

This year the show, on Saturday 12 August, will mix the traditional with the contemporary, hoping to have something to appeal to everyone. With motorbike stunt teams, stalls, races, vintage machinery and fancy dress, the Dalston Show is set to be a great Cumbrian day out for all.

The show will begin in the early morning, as hopeful entrants bring their most prized animals to the show field, to be judged in a wide variety of classes.

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Secretary for Dalston Show, Nick Uttering explained: “As usual our Show Field will be buzzing from early morning, with horse and livestock judging until lunch time followed by a full afternoon of entertainment.”

With the judging over, the attention turns to The Main Ring for the afternoon’s entertainment. Visitors can expect an excellent variety of performances, races and competitions.

Performances include an adrenaline fuelled display from The Inch Perfect Display Team, a dirt bike team who regularly perform their nail-biting stunts to stunned audiences across Europe. There will also be a show from The Drakes of Hazard, a sheepdog and duck display team, as well as terrier racing, Westmorland wrestling, a tug of war and “much, much more”.

Entertainment across the Show Field will be supplied

by Jesters, Punch and Judy and the daredevil stuntman, Dangerous Steve. Meanwhile, music comes in the form of Cumbrian six piece, Cindy and The Bullets.

As always, the highlight of the event will be the Grand Parade, an opportunity for everybody to see the winning livestock from the morning’s competitions.

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Nick said: “Our Grand Parade is a sight to behold with all classes of livestock represented, culminating in the presentation of trophies and the announcement of ‘Champion of Champions’.”

A huge number of marquees and stalls will be scattered all over the field. The Industrial and Craft marquees at Dalston Show, are some of the best in the county, with over 2,000 entries for visitors to admire and sample.

With over 80 trade stands, the amazing amount of work undertaken by the local community by way of embroidery, photography, baking and horticulture, is at the forefront of the event.

Dalston Show is a celebration of local agriculture and rural skills, as well as the opportunity for an enjoyable day out. It reflects the enthusiastic committee behind the event, who work tirelessly each year to make it a success, but also the true community spirit of Dalston.

For more information visit www.dalstonshow.co.uk

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ACCESS ALL AREAS

Carlisle Green Room Club proved theatre can be accessible to all, when they welcomed Bertie the guide dog to their latest production.

Lydia, who is originally from Torquay, studied Musical Theatre and Drama at the University of Cumbria. This was her first trip to the theatre since she got the 2 year old Labradoodle, Bertie in November last year.

Lydia explained: “My life is brilliant since I got Bertie, it’s just 10 times better. All my friends say I walk a few inches taller and a lot quicker. I’ve got a best friend and companion in him.”

The theatre group were thrilled to welcome 24 year old, Lydia Hulme and her Guide Dog, Bertie to West Walls Theatre in Carlisle, during the recent run of the Jeeves and Wooster production.

Staff at the Green Room Club were thrilled to accommodate Lydia and Bertie and the pair were invited to attended a rehearsal to enable Bertie to familiarise himself with the actors and layout of the theatre. On the evening of the performance Bertie lapped up the attention as he received a warm welcome by both the team and fellow audience members. The Labradoodle was given his own free seat, so he was able to lie underneath in peace whilst Lydia enjoyed the show.

Lydia said: “The production was brilliant, the best thing I’ve seen from the Green Room Club. It was the first time I had taken my guide dog Bertie and everyone was really friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. It’s definitely something that other people with guide dogs could do.”

After the show, Lydia and Bertie were invited backstage to have their photographs taken with the cast.

She added: “It’s lovely knowing that you feel welcome everywhere, it’s nice to know that there’s definitely somewhere you can go for some entertainment and an evening out.”

Although it is illegal to refuse entry to guide dogs, unfortunately it does occasionally happen. Fortunately Lydia’s initial fears have proved to be unfounded, as her and Bertie have received a warm welcome everywhere in the city.

Publicity Officer, Kath Paterson said: “Carlisle Green Room actively encourage any person with a disability or impairment to come along and enjoy the Theatre.”

Catch the Green Room Club’s production of Sleuth at West Walls Theatre, 21 - 26 August. For tickets contact 01228 598596

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Your Local Hospice Needs You Local people make a real difference at their local hospice and you can too.

Every week hundreds of local people make a huge difference to Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice by donating their time, skills and enthusiasm in the seven charity shops across the region.

All seven Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw shops are supported by over 240 dedicated volunteers and in 2016 they helped raise more than £550,000 for the Carlisle charity.

From the boutique shop in Fisher Street, Carlisle to the bookshop in the Market Place in Brampton, every day each shop sells a wide variety of good quality donated items.

Without the continued support of every volunteer none of this would be possible.

In 2016, the dedication and passion of the Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw retail volunteers and staff was acknowledged when they received the Carlisle Living Award for the Best Retail Team.

Just a few hours a week volunteering in one of the hospice shops in Carlisle, Brampton, Wigton and Penrith, will help to provide the care, support and activities at Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw.

If you would like to do something amazing by volunteering in one of the Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw shops please contact the Retail Team on 01228 817615, pop into any of the shops or visit www.edenvalleyhospice.org

But each shop is now on the lookout for new people to join their team of volunteers. From serving customers and sorting donated items to packaging items in our eBay shop, there are a wide variety of roles available.

Here are just some of the many reasons why people like to volunteers at Eden Valley Hospice:

“It gets me out of the house.”

“I love meeting all kinds of new people.”

“I’m retired and I miss working.”

“I love books and the friendly people I work with.”

“I get to learn new skills whilst supporting a great cause.”

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Technicolour Carlisle: Paul Leith

By Arran George

A vibrant exhibition by illustrator, Paul Leith will be taking over Tullie House this summer, but it might have you wondering where you’ve seen it before.

Originally from South Shields, Paul moved to London in the 1960’s to begin a career in art. While in London, he worked on artworks for some of the biggest brands in advertising, print and publishing. These included such notable names as the Radio Times, The Economist, British Rail and a whole host of supermarket brands.

When Paul began his early commercial work, almost all of it was created with a set of 72 Cumberland Pencils. He worked by hand on his commercial briefs, something he continues to do to this day.

So what does he make of digital art?

Paul said: “You mean computers? I can’t do any of that.

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“I don’t have any interest in computers, I don’t even have a mobile phone.”

Over the next couple of years, Paul’s style evolved and began to resemble the illustrative style he is known for today. It was during the early 1980’s that he developed his signature illustration style, using cut out stencils and sponge acrylic paints.

Following the success of ‘Time Passing’ in the 1984 Benson and Hedges Competition, Paul was signed up with a Sharp Practice illustration agent and quickly became one of London’s top illustrators. He worked constantly for the next 10 years, his wife Tina and neighbours helping to meet the demand by cutting out stencils, faxing roughs to clients and making cups of tea to stall couriers while their art work was being dried off with a hair dryer upstairs.

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In the late 1990s new technologies changed the industry.

Still working for a few editorial clients, Paul developed a new tissue paper collage style, but as digital became dominant, Paul and the fax machine went under the radar.

Most people will know Paul’s work from the vibrant murals and paintings he has created around the city since moving to Carlisle in 2009. His paintings, which can be seen at Bitts Park, Talkin Tarn and Hammond Pond, provide an exciting splash of colour and brightness to everyday scenes in Carlisle.

These murals begin with sketches of the streets and the people of Carlisle. Paul uses his sketches to create large scale felt works of what he calls, “familiar scenes”, presenting the city in a splash of technicolour. In the exhibition ‘Paul Leith: Technicolour Carlisle’, Paul's felt works are on public display for the first time; inviting visitors to take an alternative look at the city.

Visitors to the exhibition are encouraged to take inspiration from Paul’s artwork and create their own masterpiece in the large activity area in the gallery.

Paul believes it is important for people to not just observe, but actually create art at his show.

The exhibition will present a retrospective of commercial works from 1966 until the late 1990s, and a chance to see local filmmakers BOSC Production’s documentary ‘Leith’ exploring Paul's journey from creating illustrations for a brief to making art.

‘Paul Leith: Technicolour Carlisle’ is on display at Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery from Saturday 27 May - Sunday 1 October.

He said: “I think all people are good at art really, especially children. It’s just people grow up and they have to do other things, don’t they?”

Paul’s earnest intrigue plays a large part in his artwork. With crowds and bright colours, it may be hard to notice at first, but on closer look, all the people in Paul’s murals are unique creations, standing separate from whatever is around them.

The greatness of Paul’s artwork is not that we recognise the people or places in them, it’s more that we see how individual and unique every person is, highlighted by their isolation from everything else.

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An exciting residential development will see high spec homes on offer in Carlisle.

The residential developer, Homes by Esh, is constructing a new type of residential property in the city of Carlisle, with a development of luxury family properties located just minutes from the city centre.

There are 29 homes which are currently under construction at Suttle Gardens, priced from £214,995. The properties offer a range of high specification features, designed to elevate a Homes by Esh property from a contemporary new build to a luxury family home.

Situated just three miles from the excitement of Carlisle city centre, the collection of four-bedroom detached homes is located in the grounds of the grade II listed Suttle House.

Suttle House will now be the centrepiece of the new development following an extensive regeneration and renovation project to turn the formerly run-down building into a revitalised new home for sale.

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The 29 luxury properties at Suttle Gardens are perfect for buyers looking for a modern, exclusive property in a popular and easily accessible location, to make their forever home.

Colin Willetts, deputy managing director of Homes by Esh, said: “Suttle Gardens is not your everyday development of new homes. The high specification design has allowed us to construct the properties with in-demand features in mind.

The inclusion of the anthracite grey windows and brick and render finish is the perfect example of how we have taken aspirational and popular housing design and moulded it into the dream family home at Suttle Gardens.

He added: “Our focus from the outset was to create a development of quality and style and progress to date has been very encouraging as we work to delivery a prime residential development for the people of Carlisle.”

There are six house types available at Suttle Gardens in total, including the Shrewsbury, Wells, Rochester, Arundel, Durham and Lichfield.

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The high specification features at Suttle Gardens include a red brick and render exterior finish, in addition to anthracite grey UPVC double glazed windows and doors.

The intelligent design extends through to interior fittings and fixtures with branded options for the kitchen and bathroom including eye-level ovens, built-in microwaves and popular bi-fold doors on selected plots.

Colin continued: “There is a distinctly upmarket feel to the homes at Suttle Gardens as the convenience of city living and suburban style successfully come together.

We are already looking ahead to the opening of the first showhome to showcase to potential buyers the wealth of options available from Homes by Esh at Suttle Gardens.”

To learn more about available properties please visit the Suttle Gardens Sales office, open Thursday – Monday 10am -5pm or contact 07813456174 and visit www.homesbyesh. co.uk For further details please contact selling agents Hayward Tod on 01228 810300 or email info@haywardtod.co.uk

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Derwent Pencil Museum Reopens on Point A much-loved local attraction, The Derwent Pencil Museum, has reopened its doors following a major refurbishment.

After eighteen months of extensive restoration work following the floods of 2015, The Derwent Pencil Museum in Keswick reopened to the public last month. The newly refurbished museum opened on Friday 26 May, showcasing a bold new look and an enhanced visitor experience.

The Lake District has been home to the world famous, Derwent pencil, since 1938, with a connection dating back much further. Once it opened in 1981, the museum, renowned for housing the largest coloured pencil in the world, became a key tourist attraction for those visiting the area.

The museum celebrates the pencil manufacturing process and Derwents’ long history in the local area. It also tells the story of the various products which were developed at the Derwent factory; including the manufacture of the WW2 Secret Map Pencil which was commissioned by MI5 under the official secrets act. Despite some artefacts from Derwent’s prestigious archives being ruined as a result of the floods, other items such as the 1952 Austin Morris van which delivered pencils throughout the area - were rescued.

Museum Manager, Dawn Walker said: “Whilst being heartbroken with the destruction the floods caused to our homes, local businesses and the museum, this project has given us focus and drive and rebuilt our community spirit.

We are excited to be welcoming visitors new and old.”

Dawn has led and lovingly implemented a development plan for the museum, with an enriched visitor experience the key focus. The newly renovated museum takes visitors on a journey of graphite and pencil discovery and will include a modern interactive experience.

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She explained: “We’ve redesigned the whole museum and created a new visitor experience as you walk round. There are new dynamic interactive displays to supplement the collection that was here before the disaster. A great deal of hard work has gone into this project, to rebuild a new and modern tourist attraction which will educate and entertain visitors of all ages.”

New interactive areas have been created to sit alongside the surviving collections that were in place before the floods hit. A customised drawing facility has also been developed, which will give visitors the chance to take part in art classes and workshops throughout the year. A full week of drawing activities is scheduled from the 26 – 4 June, where invited artists will be on hand to demonstrate their love of drawing and share their skills with visitors to the museum.

The ‘Artisan’ café has also been renamed to reflect the time honoured skills of pencil manufacture and the newly developed menu offers a family friendly selection.

Dawn added: “The museum is much-loved by people in Cumbria, not to mention a great number of people from all over the world. We are looking forward to opening our doors again and giving everyone an experience that will last long in the memory.”

An official opening ceremony will take place on the 15 June with the local community and invited guests.

Museum opening times are 9.30am – 5pm Monday - Sunday.

The Derwent Pencil Museum, Southey Works, Keswick, Cumbria, CA12 5NG, contact 017687 73026 or visit www.DerwentArt.com for more details.

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Discover Carlisle’s Own Aladdin’s Cave

By Danielle Murphy

Nestled in the beautiful 12th century grounds of the Cathedral gardens, Cathedral Lodge Antiques offers a huge selection of treasures and trinkets to keep the magpie within all of us, at bay.

Whether you are completely transforming your home or feel like treating yourself to something small, Cathedral Lodge Antiques has just what you need (or want). The beautiful little shop opened in November of last year and has since been offering people the opportunity to purchase unique, sometimes rare and always beautiful items.

From the variety of furniture for the home, to jewellery to make you stand out, they have everything.

Jen Nichol, co-owner of the quaint shop, said: “Since we opened it’s been really nice seeing the mix of people coming in, there really is something to spark everyone’s interest.

We have such a massive variety.”

The shop really is a gem. Located at the entrance to Carlisle Cathedral, the building has stood in the grounds since 1890, it boasts a fairy-tale atmosphere and once inside this is more apparent. Even some of the stock can make you feel as though you are in a storybook. Whether it’s the elegance of the grandfather clocks or the sparkle reflecting from the opal & diamond jewellery.

As well as selling fantastic items, Cathedral Lodge Antiques also buy items from the public. Whether that’s jewellery, (damaged or not) old ornaments or a piece of memorabilia; they will take a look, value, purchase, or just give you advice on your items.

Jen’s husband Martin has been in the antique business for years. It began as a hobby, soon becoming an interest that the couple share a passion for.

Jen said: “Martin has a wide knowledge in the field of Antiques, which is great because it means we can give customers a lot of information about the items we sell.”

You don’t need to be a collector or an enthusiast to enjoy the experience of visiting this beautiful shop, everyone is welcome to come along and browse. Your treasure is waiting for you.

Opening times: Tuesday - Saturday 10am - 4pm, Sunday 11am - 3pm For more information, contact Jen (07564707723) or Martyn (07770834546) Find them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/cathedrallodgeantiques

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PA S H A I N T E R I O R S

When it comes to creating your dream home, the kitchen and bedroom are the very heart of it.

me, I’d just like to think that somewhere down the line they would bare us in mind.”

Whether you know what you want or don’t know where to start, Pasha Interiors have something to offer you. With years of experience in the design, supply and installation of beautiful interiors, they know what it takes to make your dream room a reality.

This approach seems to be working, as Mark explained: “Even though I have a showroom and I do advertise, nearly all my business is from recommendations and some of those I can trace back years.”

They specialise in kitchens, bedrooms and studies; with cupboards made to order, in any colour and any style, including sliding doors. However, the selling point has to be the free, no obligation, survey, design and quotation service, meaning the pressure really is off if you’re shopping around.

Owner of Pasha Interiors, Mark Garner, set up the business six years ago, but has over 15 years experience in the industry. He has ran a successful showroom in Gateshead, in the North East, for the last 5 years and in 2016 opened one in Carlisle.

It’s no exaggeration to say that Pasha Interiors is the recommended kitchen company.

Open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm, Saturday 10am 2pm For more information visit www.pasha-interiors.com or contact 01228 739 446

Mark said: “What I want to achieve by having the showroom, is for people to feel that they can come in, get plans and quotations done and get a feel for what it involves.

“Some people want a kitchen makeover but their not sure how to go about it or what the options are, I’m more than happy to go and see them and give them advice about what they can do.”

Mark recognises that these rooms are important and the need to get it right. He encourages customers to take as long as they like and to try samples at home. Once the plans are drawn up, he is also happy for people to take them away and get a comparative quotation. However, anyone would be hard pushed to find the same level of quality for such a competitive price as what Pasha Interiors can offer.

Mark added: “It’s really about wanting people to feel completely at ease, there is no pressure whatsoever. It’s not about trying to sell someone a kitchen or a bedroom; for

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The vikings had a huge influence on Cumbria, yet relatively little is know about them. A new project, ‘Moorforge’ has set out to make that a thing of the past.

In the heart of the Cumbria, a piece of true living history is being created. Moorforge, a project funded by Cumbria Community Foundation, is a unique site offering to entertain and educate the public on the lost knowledge of the viking era. Think the Jorvik Centre in York, on a rural scale. Located in between Gilcrux and Tallentire, the Moorforge site is slightly out of the way, but then it needs to be; its isolation only adds to its authenticity.

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David Watson, the village Blacksmith, built the first lodge five years ago and after meeting fellow viking enthusiast and re enactor, Luke Moloney, they started work on the second one last summer. They currently have plans for a full size longhouse and additional features such as smoke houses, bread ovens and a Pagen religious site, to be used as an outdoor classroom.

The lodges are exact replicas of a viking era forge, based on findings from Iceland and Northern Scotland and have been built using authentic techniques as far as possible. The forge is representative of a generic countryside lodge, that a viking farmer in Cumbria would have lived in.

Luke said: “We are going to be here working it as authentically as possible. It’s an element of experimental archeology, things will go wrong but we can adapt to things just like they would have done.”

This community interest project, has the potential to offer a whole host of opportunities for every demographic, from schools to older generations. Willow weaving, wood carving and blacksmithing workshops are on the agenda, alongwith arts and crafts and storytelling events in the longhouse.

There is plans to hold live action role play events and even to expand into the wedding market.

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There will be a number of talks throughout the day, including one from local archeologist Andy Parsons, who will discuss great finds in Cumbria. Visitors can have a go at archery and even trying on armour.

David said: “If people come and they’ve had a good time that’s great; if they learnt something even better. The idea is to get people here and get them interested, it’s a neglected niche that deserves to be shouted about a little more.”

Moorforge will allow people a glimpse into the past; to learn about and experience the viking way of life. Luke and David share a passion for waking people up to the past.

David and Luke have set up a Just Giving page to help fund the project. For more information visit the ‘Moorforge’ Facebook page.

Luke explained: “The more you start looking into the viking way of life, you realise that there’s a lot of lost knowledge, lost stories and heritage that has been done away with.”

He added: “We call the period the dark ages and it’s the worst possible name because it’s not a dark time in history...

The way they made things was so far advanced, it took 500 years after that for people to catch up with technology.”

The influence that vikings and saxons have had on today’s popular culture is inarguable, just look at the popularity of TV shows such as Game of Thrones. From the place names to the hog back graves in local churchyards, to the famous Gosforth Cross; the vikings are very much an integral part of Cumbria’s heritage.

David explained: “People remember the Romans because they had such a big impact and they changed people. The vikings came here to live, they married locals and over a period of a few hundred years, they completely blended in.

“It’s not necessarily as obvious and the evidence is from a short period of time, but it’s there and it is a big influence in this area.”

By the time of the open day, the working forge will be up and running and ready to welcome people for demonstrations, re enactments, woodworking and weapons displays.

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To Bee or Not to Bee

By Danielle Murphy

In the latest installment of our Wild about Cumbria series, Danielle Murphy takes a look at one of the most important species you will see this summer. This particular animal is smaller than a mouse, yet vital to our way of life. If you haven’t already guessed, it is our friend the Bumblebee.

The summer is the perfect time for walking in Cumbria. The landscape iridescent with a green hue, pumping from the trees and vegetation which flourishes among the lakes and mountains in the summer months. You can be transported to another world, a world vibrant with wildlife.

There are over 250 species of Bee within the British Isles.

However, it is the humble Bumblebee which is in the most trouble. They have experienced a rapid decline through the decades due to the changes in the British countryside and the use of deadly pesticides.

When you think of the countryside, you think of huge green fields expanding all the way to the horizon. However, once over the countryside was bursting with much more vibrant colour. British wildflowers have been in decline and this is believed to be the cause of the Bumblebee crisis.

As a result, two native British Bumblebees have become extinct in the last century. Cullum’s Bumblebee (Bombus Cullumanus), was last recorded in 1941 and The Short-haired Bumblebee (Bombus Subterraneus), was last recorded in 1988.

Bumblebees are our friends and not many people understand the impact that these tiny creatures have on our lives.

On a daily basis you will eat or drink something thanks to the Bumblebee. These guys are natural pollinators, the impact they have is far greater than any artificial method. It is estimated that Bumblebees contribute £400 million per year to our economy.

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Bumble Bee Facts • • • • •

Bees that hatch in late summer are usually males (Drones) or queen bees.

Queen bees shiver to keep herself and eggs warm.

Bees use a dance called the waggle dance to communicate with other bees and help locate the most abundant food sources.

They use the sun as a point of reference and use their internal compass to navigate their way home.

Bumblebees don’t die when they sting, this is found in honey bees.

Personally, I love Bumblebees and would hate to discover that another species has become extinct, knowing that with just a few changes we could have saved them.

So, if you enjoy the hum of buzzing in your garden or seeing the fuzzy insects working hard on your daily walk then there is one simple thing you can do to help; plant some Bee friendly flowers in your garden to attract Bumblebees and help them thrive.

You don’t have to grow a whole meadow, but a few flowers in your garden can make a huge difference. Flowers can also attract other grateful creatures to your garden and make it look pretty, so why not? For some inspiration, we have provided a list of Bee friendly flowers.

We want to help these furry critters as much as they have helped us, so we urge all of our readers to consider the Bees this summer, because if something doesn’t change, one day we will only have photos and the memory of the humble Bumblebee.

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Bridget Foster: Raising The Bar Carlisle make-up artist and fitness instructor, Bridget Foster has worked her way to the British Championships of the world’s largest bodybuilding federation.

“I went to Body Power in Birmingham, where people were competing in various shows. I watched the bikini contest and knew I had the potential to do it.”

Some of our regular readers may recognise Bridget Foster; she is a regular contributor to the Guide, sharing the secrets she has acquired as a professional make-up artist. When she is not making people look beautiful or teaching children how to do a forward roll, Bridget is challenging herself to be the best that she can be. For the last two years she has been competing in Bodybuilding events and recently came first in the Bikini Fitness category of the UK Bodybuilding and Fitness Federation (UKBFF) North West Championships.

At the age of 30, in 2015, Bridget entered her first show and has now qualified for the British Finals, which will take place in October.

Having always had an interest in fitness, Bridget became a Gymnastics Coach and fitness instructor alongside her make up business. It was while teaching Les Mills Bodypump in Carlisle that she began to notice the benefits of weight training.

Bridget said: “I started to see how lifting weights could change your body shape. I started to read articles and make up my own workouts and started to really enjoy the positive results.

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As far as hobbies go, bodybuilding is no walk in the park. It is involves intensive training and commitment. Even off season, Bridget tracks her diet and measures and prepares all her meals and the next workout is never far from the forefront of her mind. As her body type struggles to hold the weight, she rarely does cardio, but her regime still involves weight training five or six days a week.

“Making small changes over time means things become a habit instead of a chore.”

She explained: “Making small changes over time means things become a habit instead of a chore. My calorie intake will change depending on when a show is, but my diet is flexible so I do still socialise.

“I check in with my Coach Michelle Brenan once a week and her feedback and support has been amazing. She really motivates me.”

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Now Bridget is completely comfortable in her own skin.

Competing has helped her understand how her body reacts to different foods and while it seems like a fiercely competitive community to be a part of, Bridget insists that the atmosphere at shows is actually very friendly.

She said: “You have nothing but respect for someone who can get up on that stage and go through a similar journey to yourself. Yes, you want to win but you have no idea how anyone will look on stage.”

As competitors are judged on their overall look, just as much effort goes into getting the tan and make-up perfect and a bikini can cost up to a month’s rent. Bridget has even started applying her skills as a make-up artist, learning the new techniques of show hair and make-up.

Participants must be dedicated and passionate, but not everyone is always so supportive of the sport.

Bridget said: “Some people may not approve of competing and that can be very hard to accept. However, in time I have learnt that it’s a lack of understanding and knowledge for majority. For some, it’s not just about rubbing their own ego.”

After all, it has had such a positive impact on her life that she even has her sights set on the internationals. Bridget will compete for a place in an international show at the UKBFF Scottish Grand Prix on 23 July.

She added: “It’s been the best thing I have done at this time of my life. I am generous with my time for other people as that’s the nature of my various lines of work, they are about confidence building and making other people feel good. It was time I did something for me.”

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Holiday Fashion

By Bailey Quigley

When it comes to holiday fashion, are you always overstuffing your enormous suitcase because you don’t know what to wear?

These stylish fashion staples will help you get your holiday wardrobe right; whether you’re partying in Ibiza or lounging on a lazy holiday in Greece.

The floral dress

Bright and bold, this fashion staple looks good on everyone.

Bring back the 50s and channel your inner Marilyn Monroe with a flared dress teamed with chunky jewellery and some sky high wedges.

The Statement Shorts

Looking for something that can take you from the pool to a fancy cocktail bar in a flash, then look no further than a pair of striking shorts; think floral or sequins. Team with an oversized tee and sandals by day and a slinky vest top and heels by night and you’re good to go.

The neon game changer

A vibrant handbag can give a relatively plain outfit a burst of colour. Match some tie dye shorts and a plain tee with this little gem and you’ll really stand out from the crowd, be bold and add a bright lip to finish off the look.

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The Kimono

Whether it be tasselled or lace, plain or patterned, a kimono is the perfect option for throwing over a bikini at the beach or giving your little black dress some personality. The versatility of this lightweight throw-over means it comes back year after year.

The oversized straw hat

As a child, being forced to wear a straw hat whilst on holiday seemed shameful, but now, you wouldn’t be seen without one. Team with a maxi dress and some lace ups et voila, instant beach babe. Not to mention it does protect your head from the sun and those harmful UV rays.

Those essential accessories

Bandanas, printed shades and chunky jewellery can take your outfit from a 7 to a 10 in seconds. Adding those little statement pieces not only make your outfit stand out, but also personalise it, in a way that only you can. Let’s face it, ultimately it’s feeling good in what you’re wearing that really matters.

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Make-up artist, Bridget Foster, tells how she transformed one woman’s confidence with just a few products.

I met Amanda while I was teaching Gymnastics in the school where she is headmistress. I liaised more with the PE coordinators and only really saw her running around busy and fully involved in the task she was doing.

While setting mats up and getting hoops out of the cupboard, I would see her dashing about and I always thought she was such an attractive woman. Well dressed, nice simple hair and nothing too over the top but also not dowdy, with a kind, warm face.

We met properly when she came to Modroca power plates where I started training her once a week. It’s an interesting place and I meet a lot of my make-up clients through coaching power plates. My make-up room is in the same building.

Many come to have a quick half an hour workout that fits in around work, children and everything else that life throws at them. It’s less intimidating than the gym and the atmosphere is friendly. Many come to improve themselves, just as Amanda did; she wanted something to improve her lifestyle.

Seeing Amanda outside of her headmistress role, I could tell something was missing. She lacks time to herself and forgets to focus on her. Her self -confidence was not where I believe it should be.

I asked Amanda had she ever had her makeup done before.

She said no but would love to and kindly agreed to let me get her photographed and write this article.

I told Amanda that I thought she was a very attractive and deserved to feel good about herself again.

Amanda isn’t a heavy make-up wearer and doesn’t wear much. I had always had a look in mind for her. A classic dewy fresh skin that made her look like she had more sleep than she allows herself to have.

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I actually don’t know Amanda's age as it is irrelevant in most of our conversations, but she has children around my age. I made sure I concentrated on getting a glowing skin; if you’re wanting to get a youthful, healthy glow back into your skin I would recommend these products that you can wear alone or mixed into your current foundation. These illuminators defuse the light, making the skin look more soft and smooth without a heavy coverage.

In my kit I use Laura Mercier Illuminating Primer, but here are some alternatives that I would recommend and that you can by in Cumbria and test out in-store : • • •

I finished off her lips of with Bare minerals in Kitty £17 which was just enough colour to complete her look.

Amanda had a couple of meetings after her photoshoot.

She told me afterwards how good she felt; the way she walked, her self-confidence, her approach during the meeting and the kind comments she had received. This is what these articles and my videos are all about, being the best version of you. It’s about feeling good and confident within work, relationships and in yourself. With just a little help from make-up you can be who you want to be.

Emma Stoszkowski captured Amanda on the day.

Estee Lauder EE cream £30 or Estee Lauder Illuminating Primer £25 Soap and Glory Hocus Focus £11 YSL All in one BB cream SPF 25 £41

I used natural browns and subtle shimmers to widen her eyes and she agreed to false eyelashes. They were very natural and subtle but really opened up her eyes. Eyelashes don’t need be dramatic, they can be so subtle. I often don’t tell a client I’m putting individual lashes on, I just check the allergies. Some are so natural you can barely feel them, the individual lashes can fill in gaps and thicken the outer corners.

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n e d E f o n e d The Gar Meet the hairdresser who set up a salon in his back garden, offering his clients an exclusive experience.

In January 2016 Geoff Hall fulfilled a dream he had had for many years, to build a summer house in the back garden and open up a hair salon.

Eden Hair Room has now been going on for almost 18 months and in that time Geoff has already built up a substantial clientele.

Starting his hairdressing career back in 1974, Geoff moved to London and on to Germany, working for Vidal Sassoon for 10 years. He moved to Carlisle in 2015, which is where his, as he calls it, “semi-retired salon” was born.

Geoff said: “I still enjoy my job as much today as when I first started. I guess I cater for a slightly older clientele these days, but not exclusively.”

From his very own back garden, Geoff provides a one to one, personal service for his clients. In the heated garden room he offers a range of hairstyling services for ladies and gents, using high quality products, whilst they enjoy stunning surroundings and views across the fells.

He explained: “It’s like having a salon in the back garden, but it’s more a place where clients can come in and relax, have a cup of coffee and chill out.”

At Eden Hair Room, Geoff only sees around four clients a day but he also travels back to Bristol every few weeks for clients he has had for some 30 years.

He said: “I just love my clients to feel relaxed and to enjoy the personal service. I am able to spend more time on them and have a civilised chat.”

Meanwhile Geoff is enjoying having a little more free time, in which he loves to be out walking his springer Labrador dog.

He said: “I feel very lucky to be living in such a beautiful part of the country and have my salon in the back garden. It's a dream come true.”

For bookings contact Geoff on 07522402249 Eden Hair Room, 5 Chestnut Grove, Linstock, CA6 4RS

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Free, Rapid HIV Tests For All One in five people with HIV don’t know they have it, but getting tested is easier than it has ever been.

The longest running LGBT charity in Cumbria, OutREACH Cumbria, has been supporting the delivery of Rapid HIV tests in pharmacies across the county in partnership with Cumbria Partnership NHS Foundation Trust and Cumbria’s Local Pharmaceutical Committee, thanks to funding from Public Health England.

Ben explained: “HIV is now treatable, and the earlier it’s found and treated, the less likely you’ll suffer ill health. About one in five people who have HIV don’t know it , the only way to know if you have HIV is to do the test, you can’t tell by the way you feel or the way you look.”

People can drop-in and take a test at any of the participating pharmacies, although it’s worth ringing ahead, if possible, as they can get busy. A full list of pharmacies where you can get tested for HIV is available on the OutREACH Cumbria website.

Ben said: “There’s absolutely nothing to worry about, you get the results there and then so there is none of the anxious waiting around.

“If it is a reactive test, you’ll get an instant referral to the GUM clinic for further tests and support. The system that they have in place there is incredible.”

He added: “You should know, not just for yourself but for anyone else you have sex with. You’re not only putting your own health at risk, but other people’s as well. It’s always better to know than to not know.”

For more information visit http://www.outreachcumbria.co.uk/HIV-Testing

The project, which started last year and ends in November, allows people to get tested for HIV quickly, conveniently and confidentially, at their local pharmacy. The test involves a simple prick to the finger and service users receive their results there and then. No needles and no anxious week-long wait.

The scheme was put in place in response to statistics which showed Cumbria to have one of the highest rates of late HIV diagnosis in England.

Manager of OutREACH Cumbria, Ben Vollans, believes this is partly due to the rurality of the region, he said: “It’s disappointing that we have a high rate of late diagnosis, which is why we are trying to do something about it. Having to go to the GUM clinic or GP practice can put some people off for a variety of reasons.”

This test is free and open to everyone aged 18+. So far, Prince Harry has been tested live on Facebook, as has the Director of Public Health for Cumbria, Colin Cox, in a bid to encourage others to take the test and get diagnosed sooner rather than later.

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Francisco Aparicio - Lorca Originally from Granada in Spain, Francisco Aparicio, brought a taste of his home cuisine to Carlisle when he opened his restaurant, Lorca, last year.

Working in the industry since he was 15, Francisco has almost two decades of experience and is just as passionate front of house, as he is in the kitchen.

Did you always know that you wanted to do this?

Where do you get your inspiration for your dishes?

My older brother and my mum are also chefs, so I suppose my inspiration comes from them. I learnt the basics from my mum and whenever I have a question I always go to them.

If you weren’t a chef what would you be doing?

No, I studied Tourism and Business at university and I have a masters in hotel management, so I thought I would end up on the hotel side. But as soon as I started to work in kitchens and learnt how it all works, I knew I liked it.

I would probably be a tour guide. I like to be in touch with people, I’m very patient and good at explaining things. I studied tourism and like history a lot and actually did a few tours when I was younger, in Granada. I speak three languages as well.

What does food mean to you?

Who would be your fantasy dinner party guests?

Food is one of the most important things that we do in life, everyone eats and everyone likes to eat good food. They know straight away when something is good and when something is not. Food is a very serious thing in life, which I suppose is why I’m very strict, passionate and professional about it.

The Spanish chef, Alberto Chicote, is amazing and I like Gordon Ramsey, he’s very good. I’m a bit like him in the sense that when I’m in the kitchen I change completely; if things haven’t been done the way the way I like them to be, I just go ballistic.

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How do you unwind?

I like to get in the car and pick somewhere and just drive. I don’t like to plan too much.

How do you spend your free time in Cumbria?

I like to go to other restaurants and try them and see what is new; what they do and what different ingredients they use that I could try. I am always trying to keep ahead of the competition and you have to be aware of what they do. If they are using new exotic ingredients I have never heard of, I just order them in, give them a try and see what I can do with it.

What up and coming trends do you predict?

Spanish cuisine features a lot of tapas and it’s becoming more and more popular here. Chorizo plays a big part in the menu we have, people like it a lot. Paella is also very popular, we actually do a paella with chorizo which is very good.

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Ingredients 8 ounces sparkling lemonade 3 ounces minty simple syrup, see note 2 ounces Pimm’s no.1 liqueur 2 strawberries 1 small seedless cucumber 1 mandarin orange

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O’CLOCKSICLES Summer isn’t in full swing until the Pimm’s is poured. For a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail, try these summer Pimm’s popsicles from our recipe archive. These naughty but nice, ice lollies, are the perfect treat for summer evenings and double as a great dessert at your BBQ.

Method •Stir the lemonade, simple syrup, and Pimm’s together in a measuring cup with a spout; let sit while you prepare the fruit (helps calm the fizz a bit if you let it settle).

•Hull the strawberries and cut each one into four slices.

Peel the cucumber, then slice off 12 thin slices (use rest for something else). Peel the mandarin orange and separate the segments; if you see any seeds, pop those out.

Choose the 4 prettiest segments, and eat the rest (you won’t need them in the ice pops.

•Divide the fruit evenly among the Popsicle moulds. Give the liquid ingredients a little stir, then slowly pour it into the moulds, leaving 1/2-inch of headroom (the fizz will expand as it freezes).

Freeze for 90 minutes (or until slushy), then add Popsicle sticks, pushing and stirring the fruit around a bit to distribute while you’re at it.

•Freeze for another 4 to 5 hours, or until solid.

NOTE Minty Syrup - To make Minty Simple Syrup, combine 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and a small palm full (about 2 leafy sprigs) of fresh mint leaves in a small pot; bring to a boil, stirring until all of the sugar is dissolved.

Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.

Lift or strain out the mint and pour the syrup into a jar; put a lid on and store in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks. You can use the extra to flavour cocktails, iced tea, and lemonade. (yield: about 1 1/2 cups)

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Seasonal Super Foods The summer months see some flavoursome fruit and vegetables come into season.

Strawberries

Considered one of the healthiest fruits, strawberries are packed with vitamins and minerals and are sodium, cholesterol and fat free. They are said to lower blood pressure and protect the heart.

And not only do they taste great, but they are bursting with nutritional benefits. Here’s a few of the foods that you should be making the most of over the coming months.

Tomatoes

Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C, tomatoes are a must for summer salads and sauces.

Courgette

This low calorie vegetable is an excellent source of fibre and potassium, helping to lower blood pressure. It is ideal for spiralising, as a lighter option to spaghetti in the summer.

Fennel

Contains ingredients which helps stimulate the kidneys, causing them to flush excess fluid from the body.

Perfect for beating the bloat before you hit the beach.

Apricots,Peaches and Nectarines These fruits are a great source of dietary fibre.

Nectarines and apricots are rich in vitamin A, while peaches contain plenty of vitamin C; they all taste amazing this time of year.

Rocket

Fill up on fresh, leafy greens in the summer months. A generous portion of salad rocket provides half of the recommended daily amount of vitamin K, and a good amount of vitamin C, folate and calcium.

Beetroot

Whether you roast it whole, chuck it in a salad or drink it as a juice, this purple vegetable is an excellent source of folic acid, fibre, potassium and manganese.

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By Arran George

The popular Foodies Fest returns to Carlisle this summer, to celebrate Cumbrian cuisine.

The event, which will take place over three days from Friday 21 - Sunday 23 July, will welcome a celebrity chef among other tasty treats to the city. Local stalls from all over the county will join international traders from across the globe, to fill the city centre with foodie delights.

The Carlisle Foodies Fest aims to celebrate everything that is great about Cumbrian cuisine, including a mix of local producers and traders, as well as a whole host of international gastronomic delights.

The three day event will boast a series of quality cookery demonstrations and a programme of entertainment for both adults and children. From butchery master classes to cocktail making lessons, the summer festival is set to appeal to any discerning foodie.

The highlight of the weekend long programme is the appearance of celebrity chef Jean-Christophe Novelli. No stranger to Cumbria, the Michelin starred chef has been visiting the region for the last 10 years. Jean-Christophe will be in the city centre, giving hour long food demonstrations on Saturday 22 July at 11am, 1pm and 3pm.

Not only will he be sharing his passion for food during his demonstrations, he will also meet the various traders and members of the public throughout the day, as he samples the huge array of delights that the Fest has to offer.

Jean-Christophe said: "I am delighted to be taking part in this year’s Carlisle Foodies Fest. Cumbria has a long association with being a destination for quality ingredients and food, and I hope to see a wide variety on display throughout the event. I can't wait to take part.�

The Foodies Fest will also feature a range of tipples to tickle the taste buds. Visitors are expected to be greeted by a whole host of artisan drinks; traditional German beer, ice cold Sangria and even locally sourced craft ales. It is certain that no one will go thirsty on what’s sure to be a sunny weekend in July.

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Hoping to follow the popularity of last year’s event, a Carlisle City Council spokesperson said: "This summer’s Foodies Fest is set to be packed full of food demonstrations, stalls and all things gastronomic.

We’re delighted to welcoming Jean-Christophe Novelli to the event.”

Tony Walsh, Managing Director of RR Events added: "Carlisle Foodies Fest will be one of our largest events of the year and we look forward to working with Carlisle City Council to deliver a programme to suit all tastebuds.”

The Foodies Fest will be held between 10am and 6pm on Friday and Saturday, 10am and 5pm on Sunday.

Tickets to food demonstrations cost £5 and are available online at www.discovercarlisle.co.uk

For a chance to WIN two tickets to one of Jean-Christophe Novelli’s demonstrations visit http://bit.ly/2shsAEb

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Gin & Tonic Ice Cream

This really simple recipe combines your two favourite summer indulgences; gin and tonic and ice cream. Just five ingredients create this delicate but utterly delicious dessert, perfect for enjoying on a lazy afternoon or balmy summer evening. A little bit naughty, but very nice.

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1 cup of sugar 2 tbsp lemon juice 3 tbsp gin (of your choice) 125ml tonic water 600ml cream

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Tip the sugar into a bowl and add lemon juice, gin and tonic water Stir the ingredients until they are slightly dissolved Pour in the cream Whisk until the mixture has the consistency of a thick milkshake, but be careful not to whip Transfer the ingredients to a freeze-proof container and leave to freeze. Freezing time will differ depending on the temperature of your freezer Serve with a slice of lemon - and a glass of G&T of course.

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Sauerkraut

The age-old technique of fermenting cabbage, has been making waves recently thanks to its countless health benefits.

Sauerkraut not only makes a delicious side, it is also bursting with good bacteria. As well as aiding digestive health, it also improves circulation, increases energy levels, and boosts the immune system, among other things. The organic compounds found in it work as anti-inflammatory agents, reducing the pain in joints and muscles.

With this simple method, sauerkraut is really easy to make at home, so you can always have a jar on hand when you need a little boost.

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Prepare the cabbage, remove outer leaves and shred in a food processor or with a knife Place in a big bowl, add salt and massage into the cabbage for 10 mins until it becomes soft and is in its own brine Pack the cabbage into a mason jar until it is submerged in its juices Screw the jar lid on loosely to allow the gas to escape during fermentation Set aside for seven days in a cool, shaded place, if scum appears remove it with a spoon The Carlisle Guide

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With the weather warmer and the evenings longer, it might finally be acceptable to dine Al Fresco again.

We British love nothing more than getting everyone together, throwing a couple of burgers on the BBQ, and pouring a large glass of Pimms. This mouth-watering recipe tastes divine straight off the barbie, but would be equally as nice cooked on a hot griddle pan, should the weather rain on your parade.

Blue Cheese and Apple Burgers Take the classic beef burger up a notch, with Jamie Oliver’s Blue Cheese and Apple Burger. Bound to impress your guests and get taste buds tingling.

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Ingredients • 750 g quality minced chuck steak • 1 soft round lettuce • 1 punnet of cress • 2 Braeburn or Cox apples • 120g blue cheese • olive oil • 6 burger buns • American mustard Method 1. Make the burgers at least an hour before you want to cook them. Divide the mince into 4 portions and work each ball in your hands for a few minutes to melt the fat and mould them into a relatively smooth, round patty. Make them slightly bigger than your bun, as they will shrink when cooked.

2. Pop them on a tray, cover with clingfilm and chill in the fridge.

3. When you're ready to cook your burgers, get your toppings ready. Pick off, wash and spin dry the lettuce leaves, cut your cress, slice the apples, crumble the blue cheese into chunks, and leave everything to one side.

4. Heat the barbecue.

5. Cook the burgers for around 4 minutes on each side if you like them pink in the middle, or longer if you prefer them fully cooked, seasoning the patties with black pepper as you cook them.

6. Halve and toast the buns on the barbecue, then line them up on a board ready to go.

7. When the burgers are cooked, top each with the blue cheese and pop back on the barbecue for a couple of minutes until nice and oozy.

8. Now build your burgers. First layer the salad leaves and apple onto the buns, followed by a good drizzle of mustard.

9. Pop the burgers on, and top with the cress (a red onion chutney would be a great optional extra). Squish the bun tops on and serve straight away.

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The sun is out, everyone’s been invited, it’s time to crack open the beers and heat up the barbecue.

However, as much as we all like to think we know a thing or two about the barbie, how can you be sure to cook up a treat? Our tips for summer barbecuing will ensure you host a night your guests will remember, for all the right reasons.

Get the sides right

It’s all in the tools

Bring Your Own Meat

Emmert Wolf once said, “a man is only as good as his tools”.

This particularly applies when barbecuing. A decent fish slice and a heavy duty oven-glove will make your life much easier.

However, if you only invest in one utensil, make it a quality set of tongs, for turning the meat.

You’ve heard of BYOB? Ask your guests to bring their own meat, while you provide the snacks and sides. As they arrive, they can throw it the barbecue; it will save you money and take some of the pressure off. You know what they say, if you can’t stand the heat…

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Don’t skip dessert

Fish often gets forgotten, as most people opt for the traditional burgers and sausages. A whole fish grilled over the fire is simple to do, yet gives the impression that you’ve really pushed the boat out. It also tastes amazing, try a side of salmon or a whole trout stuffed with lemon, dill and pepper.

Top the evening off with an old favourite, that will go down a treat with all ages. Slice bananas, fill with marshmallows and chocolate, wrap in foil and toast on the barbecue for five minutes. Make sure you have some skewers ready for toasting marshmallows too.

The sides you serve are just as important as the main event and should never be an afterthought. Don’t over complicate things though, stick to classics like potato salad and grilled corn on the cob, there’s a reason why they always go down a treat.

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Tara’s Seasonal Delights The welcoming change of the season brings new and fresh ingredients to the table and more importantly, allows you to get resourceful with what Mother Nature is offering up.

Classic Pimms Perhaps a pitcher of Pimms wouldn’t win any awards for originality, but it really is ideal on a sunny day in the garden with your best pals.

I opted for traditional Pimms and lemonade, but the recipe ideas are endless. It can be teamed with dry cider, champagne or ginger beer for an updated twist, but why mess with classic?

Ingredients: • Pimms • Lemonade • Fruit to garnish- the more the better: Strawberries, lemons, limes, orange, cucumber (you get the gist) Method: Pour about 1/3 of pimms into a jug and top with lemonade. Combine with ice and fruit, stir and serve! Garnish glasses with cucumber ribbons and edible flowers for the prettiest summer time drink.

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Absolutely Fabulous If a Fab ice lolly in a cocktail is wrong, then I don’t want to be right. Hello you beautiful thing.

The tipple that just keeps on giving- vodka based with floral undertones, loaded frozen berries and of course, topped off with a mini ice lolly. Perhaps it’s a little on the OTT, but if you can’t be a little extravagant with your home mixology then when can you?

Ingredients: • 20 ml Vodka • 10ml Crème de cassis • 10ml Vermouth • 10ml Violet liqueur • Juice of half a lemon • Topped with soda • To garnish: Frozen berries, sprig of fresh mint and mini Ab Fab. Method: Combine all ingredients (minus the soda) and shake..

Pour into a tall glass over ice, top with soda and fill with frozen berries and mint. Top with mini ice lolly and enjoy!

Ginny’s Storm In A Teacup It would be fair to say that gin is having a bit of a moment right now. Although mother’s ruin has been present in the UK since the 17th Century (and I’ve been a diehard fan for longer than I’d care to remember) it is only now that we are experiencing a true Gin Renaissance.

The emergence of new-style gins, premium mixers and experimental garnishes has ensured it is now not just as simple as a “G&T”.

Case in point, Sikkim fraiche. This gin is combining red tea, Dutch juniper and wild strawberries, a total winning combination and something a little different from your typical London dry. And would you just look at that PINK bottle, what a dream!

Ingredients: • Your favourite gin • Fentimans Grapefruit Tonic • Strawberries and cucumber to garnish Method: Simply pour a measure of gin and mix with your favourite tonic.

I’ve opted for Fentimans Grapefruit tonic, but there are so many options available! Tea cups option, but highly recommended for that optimum British summertime feel.

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OUT AND ABOUT

Make a Day of It Make the most of your ‘staycation’ with these great days out right on your doorstep.

Not jetting off anywhere exoctic this year? Don’t despair just yet, there’s plenty of great days out to be had where you are. Whether you’re wondering how to keep the whole family entertained over the six week holiday or just want to do something different next weekend, there’s something to make all ages glad they stayed at home. We can’t promise that the sun will shine, but you’ll definitely have a great summer.

Clay Pigeon Shooting at Westlands Country Park In the beautiful borders of Scotland, the scenery couldn’t be more perfect for a spot of clay pigeon shooting. Suitable for all ages, the whole family can go and it’s the perfect way to blow off some steam. The country park boasts a world standard venue and uses only the best, competition level equipment. But it’s worth the road trip just for the surroundings.

Ride on the Carlisle to Settle Railway Enjoy a ride on the UK’s most scenic railway line. Following its recent reopening, this summer is the perfect time to go full steam ahead and take a trip from Carlisle to Settle, especially if you’ve never done it before. The remarkable landmarks and impressive Victorian architecture en route will strike a chord with all ages. From the huge stone viaducts, to the remote wayside station buildings, it’s a journey you’ll never forget.

For timetables visit www.settle-carlisle.co.uk

For more information visit www.westlands.co.uk

Open Air Theatre at Talkin Tarn For a day out with a difference, Talkin Tarn will host a number of open air theatre events over the summer.

Children’s theatre company, Blunderbus, will bring magical stories to life in the stunning surroundings of the country park. Performances include Dotty the Dragon on 27 July and A Midsummer Night’s Dream on 10 August. Bring along a blanket or low backed seating and arrive early to secure the best seats in the house.

For more information visit www.blunderbus.co.uk

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Carlisle City Ghost Tours For a guided tour with a difference, Carlisle City Ghost Tours are not to be missed. As darkness falls, discover fascinating tales of murder, executions and ghostly apparitions in the heart of the great border city. The tour lasts for roughly 90 minutes and takes you through the historic streets of the city centre, from the post box outside the Old Town Hall.

Do bare in mind though, this is not recommended for very little ones (under 8s). Dare you take the tour?

Tickets are available from Carlisle Tourist Information Centre on 01228 598596

Ullswater Steamers Pirate Day

Setting sail on the Ullswater Steamers is a great day out any time over the summer, but budding seamen won’t want to miss the Pirates By Day event on Wednesday 23 August.

Join the pirate crew onboard a 90 minute adventure across the high seas from Pooley Bridge Dock at either 11am or 2.30pm. Enjoy the on board games, face painting, tattoos and gold chocolate coins but it’s not all plain sailing, be prepared to battle it out with rogue pirates. Be warned, you will get wet.

For more information visit www.ullswater-steamers.co.uk

Pro Paintballing On a rainy day, get a group of you together and head to Pro Paintball to burn off some energy. The family ran, paintballing and NERF tag site boasts a 10 acre forest with 10 different style zones and many different game types and they are open seven days a week. Each game requires a minimum of eight players, so this is ideal if you are hosting a large group or have a birthday coming up over the summer.

For more information and bookings visit www.propaintball.co.uk

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Answers on page 105 ALPHA SUDOKU Place a letter from A to I in each empty cell so every row, every column and every 2x3 box contains all the letters A to I.

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Across 1 Providing knowledge (11) 9 With a soothing effect (9) 10 Evergreen tree (3) 11 Code word for O (5) 13 Papal authority (7) 14 ÉpÊeist (6) 15 Tenet (6) 18 Digital protection (7) 20 Keen (5) 21 Simple tune (3) 22 Uncomfortable (3,2,4) 24 Someone with initiative and drive (4-7) Down 2 Twosome (3) 3 Unit of heat (7) 4 Dozen (6) 5 Group of eight (5) 6 Touching the emotions (9) 7 Release pent-up emotion (3,3,5) 8 Small smoked sausage (11) 12 Resident French caretaker (9) 16 Citizen with a right to vote (7) 17 Small round ball (6) 19 Short in duration (5) 23 Reverential fear (3)

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Pooches When the weather is nice, there is nothing better than going for a nice long walk with the dogs. And while they do enjoy being out in the Cumbrian countryside, when the weather is hot it can be a dangerous situation for some breeds.

Despite Cumbria generally being cooler than most areas of Britain, it can still get pretty warm, and if you’re feeling the heat, it’s likely your dog is feeling it slightly more. Heat exhaustion can seriously affect your dog and can be fatal, so it is important to know how to reduce the risks to your pooch.

Here are some top tips: 1: Breed Short nose breeds should generally be left at home when the weather is hot. If however you do want to get your dog out for a walk, make it short and try to get out in during the cooler hours such as early morning or later in the evening.

Dogs with shorter noses often have breathing difficulties and don’t do well in excessive heat. Here is a list of some short nose breeds: • Pug • British Bull dog • French Bull dog • Boxers • Shih Tzu Also, think about where the breed of dog comes from. If you have a husky or a malamute, experts would advise you not to take them out at all during hot weather. These particular dogs are bred to work in freezing temperatures meaning they are not equipped to deal with the heat as well as some breeds.

If your dog is showing any of these signs, this means it’s time to get some water, find some shade and go home.- your pup is telling you he can’t go any more.

3. How do you feel?

This shouldn’t be hard to understand. If it’s getting to hot for you to cope, use your brain and think. Your dog will have a layer of dense fur covering his body, you don’t and if you feel it’s not a good idea for you to go for a hike, don’t take your dog.

These are just a few general tips to look out for but also remember it doesn’t matter what breed you have, it isn’t fair to take any dog on a 10 mile hike in hot weather. Go for a leisurely walk or leave the pooch at home, and don’t be persuaded otherwise by those big round eyes, you will be doing the best thing for them.

(Always remember to give your dog access to plenty of water whether he is left at home or out with you.)

2. See the signs Whilst you’re out and about with your dog, keep checking on him and take a mental note of how he looks. The signs of heat exhaustion are: • Heaving panting • Excessive salivating • Fatigue (Slow moving, laying down etc)

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Land Rover Evoque

Landmark Edition Land Rover’s Halewood production plant in the UK has built 600,000 units of the Evoque in just six years, bringing Range Rover luxury and refinement to new customers around the world.

Demand is still increasing for the pioneering luxury compact SUV that delivers critically-acclaimed design, desirability and all-terrain capability to the segment it created in 2011.

Six years after going on sale, sales reached an all-time high for a single month both globally and in the UK. The UK registered a record 6,781 Evoques in March 2017 and almost 18,000 Evoques were sold globally.

To celebrate six years of success, Land Rover has announced a new Landmark edition. The Evoque Landmark is available in a vibrant Moraine Blue colour, inspired by the turquoise lakes of the Canadian Rocky Mountains.

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Jeremy Hicks, Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK said: “The Evoque has been an indisputable success. It’s our biggest selling model in the UK and continues to thrive six years after launch, it’s a fantastic achievement and worthy of celebration.

“The Landmark edition has new dynamic detailing and a distinctive aesthetic which takes its design credentials to an even higher level; it looks fantastic and we know customers will love it.”

The Evoque Landmark edition is also available in Yulong White and Corris Grey. It has a dynamic body kit and grey exterior design details including a fixed panoramic roof in Carpathian Grey, 19-inch Gloss Dark Grey alloy wheels and Graphite Atlas grille, bonnet, fender vent and tailgate lettering. Dark grey accents continue on the interior in the form of brushed satin centre console trim finishers surrounded

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by grained Ebony leather seats with contrasting Light Lunar stitching and a perforated mid-section. The Landmark edition also has Keyless Entry and Powered Gesture Tailgate convenience features as standard.

An Evoque rolls off the Halewood production line every 170 seconds, with Evoque Convertible also being produced in Halewood since 2016. Most are for export to one of 130 markets, with additional manufacturing in China and Brazil to meet local market demand. In fact, 80 per cent of UKbuilt Evoque models are exported, finding owners across the globe from Monaco to Manila. Jaguar Land Rover is one of the UK's largest exporters and generates around 80 per cent of its revenue from overseas sales.

wanting an even more enhanced Evoque infotainment experience can opt for Touch Pro Services, which offer real-time traffic mapping, satellite and ‘street level’ views and a ‘Live Apps’ sidebar with weather, news headlines, a flight tracker and more.

The Landmark edition is based on the diesel, 180H TD4 Evoque priced at £39,000 for the manual and £40,840 for the automatic.

Evoque has Range Rover's largest trophy cabinet: the model has won more than 200 awards internationally from prestigious 'Car of the Year' and ‘Best Compact SUV’ accolades to special recognition for technology, design and engineering.

The Landmark edition is available with Land Rover’s latest technology including optional 10-inch InControl Touch Pro system featuring apps such as Spotify and a 4G Wi-Fi hotspot. The optional Remote Premium app for a smartphone or smartwatch lets owners check the fuel level, lock status, location and even pre-heat or cool the cabin. Those

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United Need To Make A Case For The Defence If They Are To Be Genuine Promotion Challengers

By Ross Brewster

Until Carlisle United can state a convincing case for the defence, promotion from League Two will remain more hope than expectation.

The extraordinary thing about last season is that Carlisle reached the play-offs despite have one of the division’s worst defensive records. In terms of clean sheets, they were bottom six rather than top six material. The percentage of games where United kept the opposition out dipped below 16 per cent, yet other teams that reached the play offs had a figure over 60 per cent.

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And yet Carlisle were so close to a play off final. Significantly, despite scoring five goals in the two play-off games against Exeter City, which should have been enough to get them through to Wembley, those old defensive frailties ultimately cost them dearly.

It’s not a new problem. United have been weak defensively for at least five seasons. You long for another Kevin Gray to come along and provide the leadership and battle-hardened steel that has been missing.

Gray may not have been the most elegant of centre halves, but when he sprinted out ahead of his team-mates on match days opponents were left in no doubt that this was a man who meant business.

Manager Keith Curle, who was a top drawer central defender in his playing days, admitted: ”We conceded too many goals and we need to recruit with that in mind.”

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Last season was a real curate’s egg of an effort by the Cumbrians. Early on they smashed records with an unbeaten run that seemed to go on forever. But after the sale of 18 goal Charlie Wyke in January, along with some desperately damaging injuries to key players, there was that seven game run when they failed to hit the target. Only a late revival got them back into the play off places.

Curle agreed: “A downside last season was that we lost a lot of goals from the team through injuries and transfers and we need to replace that.”

He added: “I want players here who want to be here and we know where we feel the need to strengthen.”

Quality over quantity is Curle’s message although he pointedly remarked that he would like to have some money in the pot come January if further important strengthening is necessary to push United on to the next level.

United will have to guard against post-play off blues and Kennedy said: “We missed an opportunity and we won’t be able to relax until we’ve put that right. We have to use what happened as a positive rather than a negative.”

A view shared by fullback Tom Miller who said:”We have to use the season as an experience and make sure we don’t make the little mistakes we made this year. I think we all know what our weaknesses have been. We’ll learn from that and make sure it doesn’t happen again next season.”

United’s late rush into the play offs and the two exciting games against Exeter won back many people who had not been to Brunton Park for a while. It’s vital they start the new season well and retain the prodigals because last term, for all Carlisle were a top half side, getting attendances to rise over a basic 4,500 level was a problem.

With contracts running out, Curle was left to face a busy summer looking for replacements in key areas, but a vital factor in the coming campaign will be keeping the likes of Mike Jones, Danny Grainger and Jason Kennedy fit. All missed a fairly large portion of last season and, with Jones filling the deep midfield role so effectively and Kennedy scoring match-winning goals, their presence, alongside player of the season Nicky Adams, is going to be crucial in the coming months.

To dispense with off-field distractions, which always seem to hang over United, and concentrate on getting out of League Two and build a side capable of further progress, is no doubt Keith Curle’s aim as well as that of loyal fans.

Kennedy, who has signed a new two year deal, confessed:”We will look back and feel that disappointment and the heartache of the play-off defeat which will take a while to go. But overall we feel we progressed again and next year we have got to push on and go one better.”

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Bringing his love for film to Carlisle has been no easy task, but Paul Donaldson, with his Cult Cinema, hopes to shine a light on some “cracking films from yesteryear”.

In a small room in Carlisle, a carpet fitter called Paul Donaldson has been quietly collecting thousands and thousands of films.

He said: “It’s all to do with my dad. In the late 70’s and early 80’s he would let me stay up at night to watch Hammer horror movies. I remember renting the original Evil Dead from the tape rental shop, after a few minutes I was hooked.

It blew me away.”

Since then Paul has been collecting thousands of movies, housing his huge collection in a small room in his Carlisle home. Tragically however, most of Paul’s collection was destroyed in the 2005 floods.

It was at this point that Paul stopped buying movies; a lifetime of collecting was gone overnight. It wasn’t wasn’t until 2014, when he began to collect again.

He explained: “I lost a lot of the DVD’s and all of the original VHS bought back in the early 80’s.

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“But I missed that physical product, fair enough there is downloading and streaming, but there’s nothing like the physical copies. The first one I bought was the original Evil Dead.”

Now Paul has amassed a collection that would rival his earlier one and this time he wants to share his love of film with the rest of the city. He has recently set up the Carlisle Cult Cinema Club at Harraby Community Centre, to offer fellow film buffs an alternative to the mainstream. Audiences can vote on what movie they want to see on the big screen, watch with friends, discuss it afterwards and even have a chance to win the movie on DVD.

Paul said: “I just love film, I wanted to show these cinematic treasures off to people who might never have seen them on the big screen. Just something other than Batman. But mostly, I wanted to show some cracking films from yesteryear.”

A huge variety of amazing films are being shown at the club over the next couple of months, with ‘Dawn of the Dead’ up next on the 15 July. If you love great film and live in Carlisle, go and support Carlisle Cult Cinema. There’s a genre for everyone.

For full listings and more information on the Carlisle Cult Cinema Club, search “Carlisle Cult Cinema” on Facebook.

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Funk, reggae and psychedelia with big stinking guitar riffs; dancy beats and catchy hooks.

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G l a s s H o u s e P r e s e n t s H o l i d ay, Dork turnspit & Blue Sky Illusion Source Collective , Carlisle

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Jess Glynne Carlisle Racecourse

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Carlisle Unity Festival The Old Fire Station,Carlisle

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Merigot Boost Sound The Old Fire Station, Carlisle

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The Halston Summer Party The Halston,Carlisle

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Moonstomp - Ska & Reggae Night The Brickyard

Singers Night Carlisle Folk & Blues Club Ben Singh, Katie Gentry & Cal Rush Williams Open Mind,Carlisle

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3 Daft Monkeys The Source Collective ,Carlisle

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Altrincham Choral Society Carlisle Cathedral

Celia Byrce Band Carlisle Folk and Blues Club

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The Sheepwagon / Health Scare Hot Hot Death / Drudge The Brickyard, Carlisle

The Ubangi Stompers The Old Fire Station,Carlisle S e c t i o n 5 , To p D o g , B r a s s k n u c k l e The Source Collective , Carlisle

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From what started as a spirited idea, the beloved west Cumbrian music and arts festival, has come a long way.

It was back in 2003 when a group of friends got permission off a local farmer to use his land, put up some tents and encouraged a handful of acts to play.

But by its third year, Solfest was already a huge success and this small project quickly ballooned into one of UK’s best loved independent festivals.

However, while Solfest has been continually evolving since its inception, the festival has remained true to its grass roots. The organisers recognise the importance of maintaining that unique, friendly, family-festival atmosphere and this year will be no different.

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last year, it was really successful in a few different ways; the sites were slightly differently designed, emphasising more on people’s experience there, with lots of interesting little art spaces and a lot of effort has gone into creating good spaces for families and kids.”

This year, taking place over the weekend of 25 - 27 August, Solfest boasts a lineup which covers all genres and demographics. From the mainstream, to the underground, as well as a whole plethora of local acts.

Headlining the festival is the folk rock artist, Newton Faulkner, whose percussive guitar strumming saw him top the UK album chart. The folk punk band, Ferocious Dog will also take to the stage, fresh from a headline UK tour which sold out in many cities.

The kings of Bass and Breaks music, The Stanton Warriors appear on the line up, along with The Dub Pistols (live)

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and folk musicians, Beans on Toast, renowned for his live performances, and Will Varley. Other stand out acts set to appear, include; Vadou Game, Serial Killaz, Dutty Moonshine Big Band, Chainska Brasika, The Undercover Hippy, Captain Hotknives, Jinx in Dub, Vibronics, Stylus DJ’, Dirtbox DJ’s, Unity Sessions and Lost & Found crew.

Whilst the combination of after hours dance music, chill out areas and family friendly camping, draws crowds of all demographics, it is Solfest’s unique atmosphere which keeps seasoned festival goers returning year after year.

Nathan said: “I’ve been going to Solfest for almost 10 years and the feeling that I’ve always had is that it’s a home away from home. Everybody is really friendly and there’s always somebody that you know to bump into, especially if you’re from Cumbria. It just has a really friendly, local feel to it.”

Unlike a number of other festivals, which put emphasis on the commercial aspect and cash in on merchandising, at Solfest you are not being sold a product, rather an experience. Once you’ve donned the wristband, all that’s left to pay for is your beer.

Nathan said: “In our planning process that’s the core of it, it’s really important to keep it as non-commercial as possible. We work with local business, we try and promote as much local music as possible and it’s supposed to be for the west Cumbrian areas and giving something back to them.”

Which would explain why Solfest has become such a huge part of the local community and a landmark event on the calendar.

Nathan added: “There is nothing else like it, with the heritage and the reach it’s got and what it offers. It’s important to Cumbria to have a festival like that.”

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CARLISLE BLUES & ROCK FESTIVAL

By Joe Sanczuk

29 - 30 SEP

The famous Carlisle Blues and Rock Festival is making a comeback.

The festival which will take place from the 29 - 30 September, will see a whole host of internationally renowned acts.

The line-up includes UK Blues super group The Boom Band, Sari Schorr & The Engine Room from the USA, top Danish Blues/ Soul band Thorbjorn Risager & The Black Tornado, as well as a selection of the best Blues bands from the UK circuit.

The rejuvenated festival will be based at the Crown & Mitre Hotel which will be the home of the main stage for Saturday. THE VENUE, just a few minutes away will be hosting the acts on Friday night. The festival has been on hiatus since its previous incarnation in 2013.

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it lose momentum but I was well aware of more and more new events starting up and in particular ‘Pop-Up’ festivals appearing all over the place.”

He continued: “One thing that hasn’t changed though is the quality of the line-up; it’s as strong as ever, if not better.

There are probably six or seven headliners and not one act on the bill to make up the numbers. Unfortunately there are fewer tickets available than in previous years but the atmosphere is sure to be just as good.”

The festival has a history of attracting high profile names, including Glen Matlock from The Sex Pistols, Martin Chambers from The Pretenders and Pick Withers from Dire Straits. As well as a host of others.

The full line-up is an artful mix of experience, youth, internationally renowned acts and emerging talents. With something to please just about everyone this is a must see weekend.

Information about tickets as well as the the festival itself can be found at www.carlislebluesfestival.com

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JIMMY CARR SANDS CENTRE Jimmy returns to The Sands Centre with his successful ‘The Best Of Ultimate Gold Greatest Hits Tour’.

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Barrels of Fun at Irton Hall’s

Summer Line-Up Irton Hall will once again play host to Irt Fest, as Irton Hall’s Summer Line Up returns this August.

The Best Free Festival in the West where Music lovers, real Ale lovers and freinds and family come together for two days of fun.

Celebrating everything Cumbrian, from bands to beers and burgers, bouncy castles and besties this free two day festival from 4 -5 August, will no doubt once again draw crowds from near and far.

Set in the heart of the grounds of the gorgeous 15th century hall, its unique location makes this a festival like no other.

Owner of Irton Hall, Steve Cottrell said: “Last year’s event was fantastic.

It was simply brilliant to see so many people, especially families enjoy the music, whilst their kids ran around the grounds playing all day.”

Things will kick off from 6pm on Friday when the ‘Irton Introducing’ stage will feature some of the best of brand new bands and acts.

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Steve said: “We wanted to give our up and coming youngsters a stage. We know it’s hard for brand new acts and bands to find a spot, so we thought we would give over our stage to them.”

Carlisle band Hardwicke Circus, who have been making waves over the last couple of years, will also be there to boost moral for the fledgling artists and will, of course, finish the night off with a top performance.

The Saturday will host more great live music, real ales, burgers and BBQs, as well as family fun and activities such as face painting to keep everyone entertained.

Saturday’s line-up includes talent such as; Red Faces, The Black Guards, Reptilians, Northern Threads, The Deekabouts, Damrak, Ultra Violet Fires, Luke Mateer, Adam Amor, with more still to be announced.

The weekend sees not only brilliant local acts, but bands travelling from outside the county such as DamRAK a four piece Liverpool band who are creating a storm back home as well as The Red Faces, hailing from The Steel City, Sheffield who are currently on the way to a great future...

Save the date in your diary, bring your friends, bring your family and prepare to eat, drink, dance and play at West Cumbria’s best free festival.

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The young indie rockers from Whitehaven spoke to Arran George about how they started out, and where they want to go.

How did the band get started?

We started as a three-piece cover band with Ethan on bass, Robbie as lead guitar and myself (Jake) on lead vocals and rhythm guitar. The start of the band came some time ago when I picked up a guitar in Robbie’s house (which he was learning on); we had a jamming session which led to another and another. Next thing you know we are advertising our little duo as “The Threads” on Facebook, but we’d only done a few gigs until Ethan came along. We played a couple more with him until we were introduced to our drummer Sean and that’s when it started for us.

How would you describe your sound?

We’ve had a lot of people compare us to different bands such as Catfish and The Bottlemen, The Courteeners and Oasis. We like to try and tweak our sound to generate originality and freshness for the upcoming music market to try and stand out. It’s not heavy but it is in the category of Indie Rock.

How long have you been playing together?

It has been around a year and half since we hit the road as a band together. It hasn’t been long but the moments I have endured have been the best in my life. Who wouldn’t enjoy playing music that you love with a passion, with your best friends?

Who influences you?

As a band, we are influenced by many bands, not only present but past. There’s no stand out band that we look up to as we take influence from so many such as The Jam, The View, The Smiths.

What is your goal as a band?

We have all dreamt about headlining Glastonbury and travelling the world as a band, it’s just about pushing ourselves to live the dream now.

If you could go on tour with someone who would it be?

Personally, I’d love to tour with Blossoms and I think the band would too, there isn’t a song of theirs I could fault in all honestly. We have met them before but to play with them on a stage would be biblical in my books.

What’s coming next for The Northern Threads?

We are playing a festival at Irton Hall on the 5 August, supporting a mod and ska band in the Civic Hall on the 12 August; then it’s Egremont Crab Fair and the Carlisle light switch on. We’ve got some new tunes that we are nearly ready with for the studio and a few other bits and pieces to keep us busy.

Catch The Northern Threads at Irton Hall’s Summer Line Up on Saturday 5 August.

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The Remarkable Invisible T h e a t re B y T h e L a ke , Ke sw i c k

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Dawn Of The Dead Carlisle Cult Cinema Club Harraby Community Theatre

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Room Brampton Film Club

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Hunt For The Wilderpeople Brampton Film Club

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Snow White and The Seven Stormtroopers Harraby Community Centre

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Studio A Dance: Only Human Sands Centre

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Laurel and Hardy Society Carlisle Ex Services Club

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22nd-25th Romeo and Juliet The John Peel Theatre , Wigton

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To Kill a Mockingbird Brampton Film Club

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Open Air Theatre:Dotty The Dragon Ta l k i n Ta r n C o u n t r y P a r k

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To The Manor In its unique setting, Morton Manor Community Centre is the ideal place to hold your next conference or event.

Built in the 18th century, The Manor is a listed building of which the exterior has retained its historical appearance dating back to 1780. The building became a community centre in 1967 and today the centre offers a multitude of services to the local community.

On site there is a library, nursery, coffee bar, gym and fitness classes, as well as over 30 member groups. The centre is also available for private hire and caters for events. Situated on the outskirts of Carlisle, three miles from the city centre it is perfectly located for business conferences.

The various rooms throughout the centre can accommodate for up to 130 people. In the Training Suite, which can seat 30 people, all the necessary equipment is available to ensure a successful event.

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As well as the beautiful surroundings, The Manor offers a warm and friendly atmosphere inside, where staff go out of their way to make the experience as enjoyable as possible.

Team members are always on hand to show people around and discuss requirements.

For more information visit www.mortoncommunitycentre.org.uk

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Every Thursday until September City Ghost Tour Carlisle City Ce n t re John Wilson: Lake Poet Tullie House The History Wardrobe presents: Bad Girls & Bonnets Tullie House Running until 1st Oct Paul Leith: Technicolour Carlisle Tullie House Running until September 10th Hadrian’s Cavalry Tullie House Table Top & Coffee Morning Thursby Parish H a l l 15th-16th Carlisle Dance Academy Sands Centre Hadrian’s Cavalry Gallery Tours Tullie House

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Paddling On Coniston Water

By Antony Pike Bower

If you’re looking for a paddling experience on a large lake and want to get away from the busy tourist hot spots of Windermere, Derwentwater and Ullswater then Coniston Water is a good option.

Coniston Water is easily accessible from the south lakes via the M6 and A59, but also from Ambleside by heading through the picturesque centre of the lakes to Coniston village itself.

The southern end of the lake has a wilder feel to it, with stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The section has more villages dotted around the shore, but not so as to make you feel overcrowded.

There are three main islands on Coniston Water, the most popular one being Peel Island for those who want a taste of the Swallows and Amazons experience.

There are many public car parks and lay-bys dotted around the lake that you can launch from and these can be mainly found on the western shore and at Coniston village.

If you don't have your own boat to explore the lake they can be hired from coniston boating centre to start your adventure from there.

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Slither To The Beacon Museum

This summer, The Beacon Museum presents an opportunity to explore more about the lives of some of the earth’s most feared and misunderstood creatures.

In recent months an increasing number of Adders have been spotted our region. The Adder prefers woodland, grassland and coastal areas for its habitat and can often be found under a rock or on a log as the warmer months arrive. It comes as no surprise that the Adder has always thrived in Cumbria; what is surprising, is how little we know about the creatures we share our home with.

He added: “It’s going to be an interesting summer for the staff as well, we’ll not be sitting comfortably in our seats.”

In addition to the exhibition, handling sessions will be held once a week, offering people the rare opportunity to get up close and personal with these slithering creatures. For an additional cost, brave participants can attend one of three sessions during the day, where they will be able to touch and hold the snakes in an enclosed environment; while learning from the experts as they give fascinating talks about the creepy crawlies.

It is set to be a busy summer for The Beacon Museum, with the opening of the The Beacon Portal. The new centre, which will be officially launched later in the summer, will incorporate some of the up and coming events, giving people the chance to get involved and use the space. It will also be the location of some interesting talks held over the summer months, with topics covering everything from history to lifestyle.

This year, The Beacon Museum was shortlisted for Cumbria Tourism’s Visitor Attraction of the Year award, making it to the final three of Cumbria’s top attractions..

In an exciting exhibition at The Beacon Museum this summer, that is all about to change. In ‘Snakes: A Slither Into A Secretive Life’, from 8 July to 6 September, the museum will welcome living animals for the first time. The exhibition will feature the exploration of taxidermy, scientific displays, interactive games and a variety of species of live snakes including, the Jungle Carpet Python, Rile Python, Western Hog Nose, Boa Constrictor and numerous Corn and Milk Snakes.

Business Development Manager at the museum, Alan Irwin said: “We’re really excited about it. This exhibition is something different that the museum has never done before, with living animals and lots of interactives.”

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Elizabeth Kwasnik, Museum Director, said: “We are delighted to be shortlisted as a finalist for these awards. Copeland should be proud of this museum and how it continues to move forward. This recognition adds to what visitors are already telling us. We hear frequently about how visitors love the new exhibitions and upgraded events. We get excited about innovating and change, so that we remain relevant both for local people and for tourists.”

For more information about up and coming events at The Beacon visit www.thebeacon-whitehaven.co.uk or contact 01946 592302

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Cumbria’s Classic Weekend The 28th Cumbria Classic Weekend, the region’s biggest classic car event, promises to be its best yet.

The annual event, which is organised by Wigton Motor Club continues to go from strength to strength with an increased number of entries every year. Last year, the show broke the 700 car mark, the most successful to date.

The inaugural Cumbria Classic and Motorsport Show, took place in 1989 with a classic tour on the Saturday and the Cumbria Classic Show on the Sunday. It has since grown to be the biggest classic car event in the region and the weekend of 19 - 20 August sees its 28th event.

This year, the Weekend continues its successful format with the Rose & Thistle Challenge run on the Saturday, taking in the delights of northern England and the Borders. Entries on this event are limited to just 90 cars so it is expected to fill up very quickly. This year the route starts at Carlisle, with a stop for lunch at Floors Castle and an afternoon visit to the Jim Clark Museum in Duns. All surpluses from the run will go to the Jim Clark Trust to help fund the building of a new, extended, museum.

The Sunday will see the Cumbria Classic & Motorsport Show at the picturesque Dalemain mansion near Ullswater.

As well as over 700 classic cars on show, there will be arena action, special marquee and club displays and the famous autotests. Located in the delights of Dalemain and its award winning gardens, will be trade stands, autojumble stalls, food and of course, beer. All exhibitors will receive discounted admission to the Mansion and Gardens.

This year, some of the standout features will be rally cars, super cars and performance cars. A big effort is also going to encourage younger owners to get involved, with the introduction of a special class for owners under 30.

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Grey Croft

When you hear the words ‘Stone Circle’ it’s more than likely you’ll think of Stonehenge or Avebury.

However, our county has its very own selection of monolithic rings, dotted all around Cumbria’s countryside.

In the last edition of the West Cumbria Guide, we explored one of the least visited stone circles in the area, Blakeley Raise. Not too far away from this site, a short distance north of Seascale and close to the sea, the truly unexpected, Grey Croft Stone Circle can be found.

Excavations on the site have uncovered a number of interesting artefacts. These include a Bronze age jet ring, stone axes and the remains of a burial chamber; the finds are now kept at the Tullie House Museum in Carlisle.

Due to its being so close to Sellafield, Grey Croft can be a difficult site to visit. Parking nearby is restricted and the stone circle itself is situated on private land. However, a nearby public footpath that connects the Seascale to Sellafield road to the sea, crossing Seascale Golf Course, offers a pleasing view of the stones.

Grey Croft is rare in its incongruous setting, situated just a few hundred metres away from Sellafield; the world’s first commercial nuclear power station. The alignment between the neolithic and nuclear ages, in such close proximity, is not only impressive, but fascinating to see.

And while the Sellafield power station dominates the eyeline in one direction, the views of the Cumbrian hills to the east and Irish Sea to the west offer a welcome contrast.

“The stone circle dates back to around 2500 BC and has an eventful history. “ Standing in a circle roughly 30 metres in diameter, 10 of the original 12 stones of this Bronze Age stone circle remain, with some reaching almost two metres in height. There is one outlying stone, which is located to the north. The stone circle dates back to around 2500 BC and has an eventful history.

It is said that in 1820 a farmer, James Fox, buried all but one of the stones without the landowner’s permission because they were obstructing his ploughing. They were later rediscovered, in 1949, by a man named W. Fletcher and boys of Pelham House School in Calderbridge, who subsequently restored the stones to their original positions.

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The Lake District Coast Aquarium Summer Review 2017 One of the advantages of being a mainly native sea life aquarium is that our displays can often reflect the seasonal changes for our visitors and at no time is this more obvious than in early Summer.

By June there is an abundance of minute sea life competing for space and food in the Solway Firth, a vital nursery area for the Irish Sea. The sandy shallows are full of 10mm long baby flatfish, that is to say plaice, flounders, dabs, brill and turbot, all feeding on microscopic plankton , much of that consisting of larval shrimps, other shellfish and crustaceans.

The Harbourside Café and Treasure Trove gift shop, part of the aquarium building but freely accessible to all the public have been stocking up for the busy Summer season with lots of tempting new lines as well as the old favourites. Fresh scones with cream, great tasting fresh ground coffee from our new expresso machine, all enjoyed with great views is just one factor leading to more and more repeat customers.

A new range of collector’s teddy bears is amongst the wide variety of gift orientated products greeting all aquarium visitors.

Our lobster breeding section in Sea Lab is now brimming with hundreds of newly hatched lobsters, those first released soon to moult for the final time and transform into bottom living miniatures of their parents. Later on they will be released to fend for themselves back in the wild. In our tropical marine section a series of successful baby seahorse births means we should soon be able to supply other aquariums with captive bred stock, helping relieve pressure on threatened wild stocks.

Some folk come to see our fish, others are interested in how they can best be caught outside in the Solway, so our relatively new Bait and Tackle shop with it’s live bait store is helping to meet that demand as well. For those who simply want to let off steam the adventure playground has had lots of equipment replaced or refurbished since last year, including the zip wire, the swings and the rockers.

Even our website and front doors have been replaced and upgraded. All our friendly helpful staff are looking forward to your visit soon.

South Quay, Maryport CA15 8AB Open10am–5pm every day.

Phone: 01900 817760 or visit: www.coastaquarium.co.uk

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Hadrian’s Cavalry

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Epona

This summer we have one of the most spectacular exhibitions ever seen in the Hadrian's Wall museums.

Until 10 September ten museums in the World Heritage Site are hosting Hadrian's Cavalry. In Maryport the Senhouse Roman Museum's Hadrian's Cavalry exhibition features the Celtic horse goddess Epona. The Museum's exhibition is inspired by a relief of Epona, which was found in the Roman fort adjacent to the Museum. The exhibition includes three sculptures of Epona loaned from the British Museum and museums in Germany.

Epona was a goddess dedicated to protecting horses. She was revered by the Celtic tribes who were known as excellent fighters on horseback. From the time of Julius Caesar the Gaulish tribesmen and their horses were recruited into the Roman army as auxiliary cavalry. They took the worship of Epona with them and representations of her can be found concentrated near the Roman frontier in Germany and in France.

Epona was the only Celtic deity to be honoured with a temple in Rome. A festival was held in her honour on 18th December when depictions of Epona in temples and stables were decorated with roses.

For further details about the Hadrian's Cavalry exhibition (open 8 April - 10 September) and the Turma! cavalry event in Bitts Park, Carlisle on 1 and 2 July see www.hadrianscavalry.co.uk

The Celts regarded their horses very highly. When besieged

by Julius Caesar, Vercingetorix sent his horses away rather than have them die or be captured by the Romans.

Epona was the personification of the spirit of the horse and the Celts believed she protected their breeding stock and protected horse and rider when riding into battle. She is usually depicted either riding sideways on a horse or seated between two horses, holding items such as a patera, a cornucopia, fruit or flowers. Occasionally she is accompanied by a foal, which she can be seen feeding or the foal suckles from the horse.

Epona ensured the fertility of the breeding stock, nurturing and protecting the mares, stallions and foals. In the Gallic tribes animal tending was in the hands of the women, as in the case of most agricultural-warrior groups.

The Romans were not natural horsemen. They did not have a specific breed to use as cavalry mounts, but utilised the skills of the conquered enemy to influence and improve the breeding programme producing the perfect cavalry horse.

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Wildlife of The Solway Firth

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The Grey Gurnard / Eutrigla gurnardus

By Mark Vollers

There are several species of gurnard to be found in British coastal waters and the Grey Gurnard is the most common.

It has greyish brown colouration with a large dark round mark on it’s dorsal fin and typically may reach a length of 30wcm or so and live to be eight or nine years old. They have a rather lugubrious expression, sharply ridged body and prominent eyes set high on the head, an adaptation that is of benefit to their mainly bottom living lifestyle.

Grey Gurnards, also called Sea Robins, prefer sandy or gravel seabed so are not uncommon in The Solway Firth and are always represented in our fish displays at The Lake District Coast Aquarium, Maryport.

Their pectoral fins have evolved to look more like fingers which are highly sensitive and are used not only to ‘walk’

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along the seabed but to probe and feel for prey such as small crabs or shrimps.

Unusually for fish, gurnards can generate quite loud croaking noises using special muscles attached to their swim bladder.

It is thought this sound is used to communicate with other gurnards in the dark depths, particularly around spawning time between January and June, but we have noticed that they will ‘croak’ when disturbed or when we move them between displays.

Newly hatched fish live in the surface waters until they are about 3 cm long, at which point they migrate to the sea bed.

Gurnards are a bycatch, with between 1-2000 tons being landed annually, the bulk of them ending up as fish meal or lobster bait, but some occasionally find their way to the fishmongers where those in the know appreciate what makes a tasty and reasonably priced meal.

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