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Ordinarily I’d start the first edition of the New Year by wishing you all a Happy New Year but in light of what happened last month “happy” seems like a tall order. Office Admin Manager Steffany Clarke T: 01946 816 719 steffany@theguidemediagroup.com

Like the rest of the country we watched in disbelief as our towns were submerged in water; watching the Ariel footage in horror as we realised how many of our customers and friends had been affected by the horrendous floods. At times like this it seems almost impossible to stay positive but it’s times like these that the Cumbrian spirit prevails.

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I think it’s safe to say that most of us will be glad to see the back of 2015 but 2016 is where the hard work starts as we try to rebuild our homes, businesses and towns. Supporting local businesses has never been more important and the winter months are the perfect time to take advantage of the lack of tourists in our towns, particularly in Cockermouth and Keswick. I paid an early morning visit to Keswick at the weekend and was totally in awe of how quiet and peaceful it was. I could walk down the main street without dodging prams and tripping over dogs and I could really appreciate the beauty of this usualy heaving tourist haven. So remember think local, shop local and help the local economy get back on its feet. All the best Ali xxxxx

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Keswick will play host to an all-star line-up of speakers in March when the Words by the Water Festival, the celebration of words and ideas, takes place. The 10 day festival celebrates the art of words and was set up in 2000 by Kay Dunbar and Stephen Bristow. The pair had visited Keswick and fell in love with its romantic scenery.

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Given that the Lake District has inspired artists, writers and poets they decided Keswick was the perfect place to hold a celebration of literature. During the last 16 years the festival has grown and now hosts a wide variety of speaker’s including poets, politicians, broadcasters, TV presenters, Comedians and many more. Whether you’re an avid reader of poetry, a lover of novels or you enjoy a discussion of ideas and possibilities there’s a talk for you and you may have your interest sparked by something completely different.

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This year welcomes a range of talks from the poignant talk on The Miracle Babies of the Holocaust by Wendy Holden and Eva Clarke in which they tell the remarkable story of three babies secretly born in the slave labour camps in Germany during WW II to the unusual and controversial talk from Charles Foster about his six week experience living as a Badger aptly named the Beast Inside Us where he reflects on a six week experience he spent living as different species of British wildlife including a Badger, Otter and an Urban Fox. During his time as an animal, Charles lived in a dirt hole, ate earthworms, rummaged in bins, and caught fish with only his teeth. Throughout his talk he will look back on his experiences and discuss what realisations and conclusions this radical experiment lead him to discover. Other speakers include Wigton born Melvyn Bragg, HRH Princess Michael of Kent, Bruce Fogle, Dr Alice Roberts, Ben Miller, Bel Moody and many more.

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Melvyn Bragg, President of Words by the Water and Wignton’s most famous son is set to talk about his latest novel Now Is The Time. A story set in 1381 at the height of the peasants revolt, the largest rebellion is English history. The story is one of drama, passion, patriotism and anger.

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Another notable speaker is Bruce Fogle. Bruce is an author and veterinarian known for his books on animal care however his talk will take us onto a relatively different path offering a boys-eye view of a summer holiday. He will talk about his experiences as a young boy in the summer of 1954. He will talk about the memories of his growing awareness and the realisations he was coming to discover about the adult world, family dynamics and the cruelty of other children. Each talk, poem and discussion which takes place during the festival will have something different to offer. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a discovery, an idea or even an emotion you will take something from every talk you attend. No two speakers are the same making the festival one of the most diverse in Cumbria.

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Bel Between The Lines

Bel Between the Lines By Ross Brewster

Bel Mooney, one of Britain’s best-known columnists, admitted that for once she was stumped for giving advice after hearing about the impact this winter’s floods have had on thousands of Cumbrian residents. Bel, who will be speaking at the Words by the Water festival at Keswick’s Theatre by the Lake in March, admitted: “I can only give my sympathy. It’s been terrible for those people who were flooded more than once in recent times. If it was me I would feel devastated.” The regular Saturday Daily Mail advice columnist, Liverpoolborn Bel said: “I’m from the North West and I love the area. I came to Keswick with my husband Robin about three years ago and we spent a few days in the area. “I knew it from my youth, but he had not been previously. It’s so stunning, and I am a big Wordsworth fan anyway.” The festival, which is billed as a celebration of words and ideas, is one of several events in the first half of 2016 which will help get Cumbria back on its feet as a visitor destination after the havoc wreaked by December’s floods. Bel said: “If it was my home affected I would be in such despair because my home is so important to me. The people in Cumbria have such an indomitable spirit and they are very brave, but when it happens more than once it must be hard to bear.” Her talk for Words by the Water, an event which runs from Friday 4 to Sunday 13 March, will draw on the prob-

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lems and responses from her popular Daily Mail column where she shares her life experiences of grief, forgiveness and joy with unflinching honesty. Bel told The Guide’s Ross Brewster that she has a special bond with her readers who appreciate her sincerity and truthfulness. “They are the loveliest, kindest readers,” she said. “I feel involved with people and it’s not a facade. They would know if you were false. What is on the page is true.” Bel hates the old-fashioned “agony aunt” description advice columnists have been handed over the years. “It’s patronising,” she said. Each week Bel receives a large volume of letters from readers, many of them facing traumatic problems in their lives. “I value them all,” she said. “I really don’t ever escape from it because my study is next door to the kitchen and my computer is running 24/7, it really is.” As we were chatting about her forthcoming Keswick visit Bel was looking over the latest batch of problem letters, most of them from her female readers who, she believes, find it easier to talk. “Occasionally the fact it’s always there works against me because if, for any reason, I’m feeling down about something in my own life, or I’m unwell, I can become very brought down by the proximity of all this unhappiness,” she explained. “I don’t have counselling so it sits here. If I’m down I can get overwhelmed by it, but us northern girls are pretty robust!”

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The nature of some of Bel’s problem letters has been influenced in recent times by modern technology. A woman writes saying her husband has been looking at porn on-line and it’s devastated their marriage; another finds out about a partner’s infidelity by checking mobile phone texts. Whatever the circumstances, it always hurts. “My star sign is Libra and I try to achieve a balance,” said Bel. “My column is unique with its mix of letters, beautiful illustrations, quotes and the ‘And Finally’ piece. My readers know me, whether I’m happy, sad, moving house, it’s all there.” Bel’s family moved south when she was in her ‘teens. She studied England at University College in London which is where she met her first husband, broadcaster Jonathan Dimbleby, as they were both writing for a student newsletter. Success as a journalist came early for Bel who began writing for her local paper and The Times Educational Supplement. She went on to work for a number of magazines, including Honey and Nova, and penned a series of novels and children’s books. She gravitated to advice columns in 2005 at the suggestion of the features editor at The Times. “It was quite by accident, but they thought it was a terrific idea. I thought, let’s go and two years later I was poached by the Daily Mail.” Is there a secret to the success of her column? “I want there to be something for every reader on the page,” said Bel. Bel Mooney will be Reading Between The Lines at Theatre by the Lake on Wednesday, March 9, at 5 30 p.m.

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Keswick Film Festival

Keswick Film Festival back with a Bang Movie special effects expert Simon Hughes is the man who blows the doors off, and a whole lot more besides. Hughes, who has led a distinguished and burgeoning career as a special effects supervisor on film sets all over the world, will be pitching up in Keswick in February to share some of the secrets of his unique trade with visitors attending the 17th annual Film Festival.

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Riots in Oxford Street, MPs and protestors outside Parliament and the re-building of Holloway prison, plus blowing the doors off post boxes amid fire and smoke and piles of debris, were also part of Suffragette.

Among the recent movie successes that Hughes has been involved with are Everest, Millions and Suffragette.

Simon Hughes will be one of the top notch guests at the 2016 Keswick Film Festival which runs from February 25-28. Organisers are also hoping that their celebrated patron, Sir John Hurt, will be able to attend. The festival is set to open and close with films in which the patron and favourite guest appears.

For Suffragette, the climactic scene was Derby Day on Epsom Racecourse when thousands saw Emily Davison step out in front of King George V’s horse at Tattenham Corner.

Festival director Ann Martin said: “We hope people will, more than ever, visit to help boost Keswick in its post-flood recovery, by watching films.” Keswick Film Festival is now well-established as one of the country’s leading events of its kind and in Simon Hughes they have snapped up a man whose experience in studios across the globe make him the go-to expert when film makers are looking for someone to produce those spectacular scenes. Hughes’ visual effects career began in 1997 when he joined the leading London visual effects facility Cinesite. He gained further experience working on films like Gladiator, several of the Harry Potter series and Kingdom of Heaven, and he soon earned a reputation for his visual effects talents on high-end blockbuster features. He became one of the most sought-after people in his field and has spent time on sets around the world gaining technical and creative experience and bolstering his burgeoning reputation as a highly inventive and flexible supervisor. Enthusiasts heading for Keswick for the festival will be only too glad to have an opportunity to meet the man behind the special effects on numerous favourite films.

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Allerdale back on its feet Storms Desmond and Eva left chaos in their wake causing unprecedented damage; whether directly or indirectly everyone in Cumbria was affected by last month’s floods. The nation watched on as the water rose and more and more people were evacuated from their homes but for every flood picture, piece of footage or heartbreaking story there was a story of good will and human kindness. Sergeant Prince of Workington Police said: “It’s so nice to see everybody working together, each and every person is striving to help one another which is a lovely thing to witness in such devastating times.” 12

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Social media was teaming with heartfelt messages and offers of help. Showing that while we are a vast county divided by lakes and mountains we pull together at times of crisis. There’s no doubt we’re facing a long hard slog to get our county back on track but if we continue with the united front we put on in the face of storm Desmond we will get there.

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Cockermouth and Keswick, despite common misconceptions ARE open for business and shopping locally has never been more important. Sharon Heron from Fyne Fish in Cockermouth said: “I think it’s times like this is that you see the true meaning of community spirit. I have seen how all those affected have got back up and are even opening their doors, I’m proud to be part of Cockermouth.” The flood water has been drained away but it continues to impact on our local towns with assumptions that businesses are closed. This is NOT the case businesses in Cockermouth and Keswick are ready and waiting to help you rebuild your lives and put that dismal December in the past. Even Christmas festivities and events went ahead in spite of the weather, Cllr Alan Smith, Leader of Allerdale Council said: “I think the response has been fantastic. It’s overwhelming to see the goodwill of people. We couldn’t have done it without the help from the volunteers and the local services. We have been through it before and we can get through this again, we have a resilient community.”

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Sign of Cumbrian Spirit

Sign of Cumbrian Spirit Cumbria has shown its strength, resilience and the power of community spirit in the wale of the floods. Cockermouth’s FabLab is the latest business to do its bit for the Cumbria Flood Appeal by launching its Cumbria Star Appeal. The stars which make beautiful decorations that can be hung in shops, homes and even cars, represent Cumbria’s community spirit and can be created using any material;

popular materials so far have included vinyl, acrylic and wool. The appeal, which was launched in December, has already attracted a wealth of star making volunteers including primary school pupils, crafts people, artists and many more. One lady recently started making some very special stars out of Glass. Fab Lab Cockermouth is a digital fabrication workshops which was set up to give people a place to design and make, inspire and educate. Conceived by renowned scientist and inventor Neil Gershenfeld from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Fab Labs are opening all over the world as well as the country. Fab Lab Cockermouth is open to young people, adults, businesses, engineers, inventors and entrepreneurs. The idea for the stars came from Fab Lab Cockermouth comanager Danny Frost, he explained: “The stars of the county have really come into the spotlight as the Spirit of Cumbria has made its presence known.

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“So When we wanted to use our creative skills to fundraise, we felt it was the perfect symbol to use. The Spirit of Cumbria Stars are representative of the local community and people who have shown kindness and community spirit in the face of adversity, and we hope all household and businesses will want to display their Star and show their support – all while raising vital funds for CCF.” Zoe Crossan, Co-Manager of Cockermouth’s Fab Lab said: “We were like an island surrounded by water, after the floods, luckily we were two inches away from becoming flooded ourselves. Danny wanted to help and came up with the idea to make something, because that’s what we do, we make things. “He pitched the star idea to us and we all jumped on board.” Their appeal isn’t restricted to Cumbria, Fab Labs all across the country are making stars to help. As The Guide went to print the Cumbria Star Appeal had successfully raised over £2000 of its £5000 target, Zoe said: “It has been a combined effort and I have been overwhelmed by the support we have had. “We watched as Cockermouth opened its doors just days after being several feet under water and saw people pick themselves back up, it was inspiring to watch and this is why these people and businesses deserve as much help and support as possible.

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“We have to keep this going and keep the symbol of the Cumbrian spirit present.” Anybody can become a star maker, if you are interested in getting involved, you can phone the FabLab, email them or pop in on one of their open days for a chat. Anyone who wants to create patterns or instructions for their own Stars can send them into the Fab Lab who can share them with other Star Makers. Homemade Starts should be sent to the Fab Lab Cockermouth for central distribution.

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Help Cumbria The floods that ripped through our county last month tearing through communities, schools, businesses and homes have left carnage but for those directly affected it’s more than about the physical damage there are financial implications as well. Within hours of the floods Cumbria Community Foundation had launched an appeal to help people across the county affected by the devastating floods. The campaign gathered pace quickly raising £500,000 of its £3million target in just three days with £50,000 pounds being donated by Nuclear Management Partners (NMP). NMP General Manager, Iain Irving said: “It has been devastating to see the damage done yet again to our community over the last few days. “We are more than happy to do what we can to help and are pleased to be co-ordinating our efforts once again via Cumbria Community Foundation.” The money raised will help provide support for cleaning 16

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up, emergency repairs, clothing, food and drink, heating and heating equipment, child care equipment and basic furniture. This is the third flood appeal that Cumbria Community Foundation have launched, the first was in 2005, the second in 2009 raised £3m – all of which went back into rebuilding our devastated county. Andy Beeforth, Chief Executive of Cumbria Community Foundation, said: “We are still in the eye of the storm, but we know that it appears the flooding is worse than in 2009 in some areas of the county. “People will need financial help to rebuild and we want to have the means to do that.” “It is difficult to assess the scale of the need, but we know that the flooding will cause significant financial hardship and emotional distress. “We will convene meetings with the major voluntary groups involved in the recovery and also with major providers of social housing to assess the impact on their tenants.”

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An immediate cash injection of £71,000 has been made to Cumbria Community Foundation’s flood appeal by the nuclear industry. Other help provided so far has included a team of Sellafield Ltd project managers to help develop Cumbria County Council’s recovery programme, emergency generators to provide power at locations across Allerdale, Sellafield Ltd funding of £35,000 to ensure that the Christmas Taste Cumbria festival could go ahead as a county-wide open for business event and dozens of nuclear industry staff released to volunteer for emergency response teams. Paul Howarth, chairman of the Centre for Nuclear Excellence, said: “The nuclear industry is proud of its role at the heart of the Cumbrian community. “As soon as floodwater began seeping into homes and businesses, our people were responding as volunteers, neighbours and nuclear professionals. “This investment builds on that immediate emergency response to underpin the long-term recovery programme.

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Foundation can be sent to CCF, Dovenby Hall, Cockermouth, Cumbria, CA13 0PN.

You can also donate via text message. Send a text to 70070 with the message ‘FLUD15’ and a monetary amount. For example, ‘FLUD15 £10’ Anyone wanting information about the appeal and who and what will be eligible for funding, should visit Cumbria Community Foundation’s website www.cumbriafoundation.org or speak to the grants team on 01900 825760.

“We all learnt from the 2009 floods that we cannot allow the county to be seen as a no-go zone. “We have to bounce back quickly and prove to the world that we’re ready to get back on our feet.” The Flood Recovery Fund 2015 is open to anyone whose home has suffered significant structural damage or flooding or people who have lost work or income because of the storm or flood. Workington MP Sue Hayman said: “I’m delighted the nuclear family has stepped forward with this £500,000 investment in our community. “This is not just about money, welcome though that is. The nuclear industry possesses a unique range of skills and capabilities that will be invaluable in helping to rebuild communities across the county, from Cockermouth to Appleby and Keswick to Carlisle.” Priority will be given to households who have people over the age of 70, under the age of five, people with physical or learning difficulties or mental health needs or on a low income. If you would like to donate to the appeal, you can do so via the Foundation’s website www.cumbriafoundation.org alternatively, cheques made payable to Cumbria Community T h e Wo r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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When the Rain Came Single to raise funds

When the Rain Came Single to raise funds for Flood Appeal Since Storm Desmond hit Cumbria has been inundated with help and donations from all over, including Cumbrian punk band Colt 45 who are doing their bit for their home county by donating the profits from their aptly named single “When the Rain Came Down” to the Cumbrian Flood Appeal. The band will be re-releasing the single from their debut album “The Tide is Turning” which was inspired by the floods in 2009. The Cumbrian Flood Appeal was set up by the Cumbria Community Foundation to support local businesses, individuals and communities that have been affected by the floods.They originally set a target of £1million, which has steadily increased to £6millions. In an official statement Colt 45 said: “We’ve all been affected by the terrible floods in Cumbria previously in 2005 and 2009 and now, again.The community spirit here in Carlisle and Workington has been amazing – everyone’s helping each other out with the clean-up, sorting through destroyed possessions. We’ve been lucky this time to not be directly hit ourselves, and our rehearsal room just about survived, but we have close family and friends whose homes and belongings have been destroyed – some for the second or third time in 10 years.

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“We want to do what we can for the Cumbria Flood Appeal and this track is all about the effect of the 2009 floods on our community, so it seems quite appropriate to make this our download to help raise some funds for our friends and neighbours this time around. “We can only hope that these sorts of situations can be prevented better in future – we all know Cumbria gets its fair share of crap weather, but our thoughts are with everyone affected by the awful storms and we send our best wishes to everyone for a quick recovery – good luck.” Andy Beeforth, Chief Executive of Cumbria Community Foundation said: “We are delighted the Cumbria Flood Recovery Appeal will benefit from Colt 45’s charity single. Cumbria has always been a generous place and we’re overwhelmed with the support we have received. “There is a great need for fellow Cumbrians to help each other right now.The money raised from this single gives us the opportunity to provide financial assistance to households and communities affected by the floods. Every single bought will make such a difference.” The single “When the Rain Came Down” is available to purchase on ITunes and all profits will go to the Cumbrian Flood Appeal.

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In Aid of the Civil Power - The Army in times of disaster By Stuart Eastwood, Curator of Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life Over the last 100 years UK Armed Forces personnel have helped civilians in the UK and around the world in times of disaster and crisis, as reflected recently in Cumbria with the support given by soldiers of the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment in the recent floods. The archives of Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life document the involvement of the regular and volunteer soldiers of County’s Infantry Regiment on such occasions. In the aftermath of the Quintinshill rail disaster near Gretna in May 1915, soldiers from the Border Regiment’s Depot at Carlisle Castle, assisted at the crash site to recover the dead and help the injured. Whilst serving in Egypt in 1953,

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soldiers from the 1st Battalion Border Regiment assisted with relief on Cyprus after the earthquake at Paphos on 10th September. In November 1966, whilst based at Honiton in Devon, soldiers of the 1st Battalion King’s Own Royal Border Regiment went to Aberfan in South Wales to assist in the aftermath of the dreadful coal-tip disaster on 28th October, which engulfed the local school. Based at Sennybridge Camp, they worked 12-hour shifts doing everything from traffic control to digging for bodies and preparing the mass graves for those who had died.

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Soldiers from Chindit Company 1 King’s Own Border search the Harwood Forest area in Northumberland after the PanAm 103 crash.

Their extra duty pay went to a fund to pay for Christmas presents for local children and OAP’s. They performed a similar role in Essex in 1998. During September and October 1988 they acted as prison guards during the prison officers’ dispute and for two months in 1990 provided temporary ambulance cover in Essex.

A memorial bench presented by the Regiment to the town was just a small token of their support for the local community. The Regiment’s Territorial soldiers supported the local authorities during two major outbreaks of Foot and Mouth Disease, which affected the agricultural communities in many parts of the country. The first was in December 1967, when TA soldiers of the 4th Battalion Border Regiment helped to control the outbreak. The second was in 2001 when the County was devastated by Foot and Mouth. It was soldiers, mainly TA from Cumbria and the North West of England, who provided much needed logistical support and organisation to help deal with the outbreak and its aftermath. Based at Weeton Camp near Blackpool, in 1977 the 1st Battalion King’s Own Royal Border Regiment supported by soldiers from other units, Royal Navy & RAF personnel, provided cover with 27 green goddess fire engines in Merseyside during the firemens’ strike.

Two weeks after PanAm flight 103 crashed at Lockerbie on 21st December 1988, soldiers came up from their base in Colchester to recover, personal belongings and debris along the aircraft’s flightpath around Moffat north of Lockerbie and in the Kielder Forest, Northumberland. In October 2000, members of the Battalion deployed from Catterick to help with flood protection in the York and Selby areas. Other units from the Armed Forces assisted again in 2005 and 2009 in Cumbria and in 2015 over 300 soldiers from the 2nd Battalion Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment have done that same role in Cumbria again. Located in Alma Block at Carlisle Castle, the Museum tells the 300 year story of the soldiers of Cumbria’s County Infantry Regiment, the Border Regiment and its successors the King’s Own Royal Border & Duke of Lancaster’s Regiments through fascinating artefacts, new interactive features and audio/visual displays. The museum is open all year round (closed Fridays November to March).

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Kindness in the Blood

Kindness in the Blood Transferring urgent medical and blood supplies across Cumbria, one of the largest counties in the UK, is a difficult and dangerous task but it’s a task a group of 50 volunteers have taken up to help save lives.

Blood Bikes Cumbria is a local charity who provide an “out of hours” emergency courier service for local NHS hospitals. Most hospitals in the UK operate an internal courier service to ferry blood and other medical equipment between themselves and other hospitals.These services generally operate during office hours, so the hospitals need to make alternative provisions in the evenings and weekends for items that need to be transported urgently which is where the Blood Bikes come in. Although the National Association of Blood Bikes was launched over 40 years ago the Cumbria branch wasn’t established until April 2014 with the first rides being carried out in July 2014. Bill Bertham is responsible for setting up the Cumbrian branch of the charity. He had heard about Blood Bikes in the South and after his wife was diagnosed with cancer wanted to give something back to the NHS, he said: “I wanted to get involved and was overwhelmed by the response that we got. It’s something that appeals to everyone; a lot of people involved with the charity have had things done by the NHS and wanted to give something back.” Blood Bikes are not solely responsible for transporting blood, they are also responsible for transporting samples, neo-natal breast milk, Drs notes, X-rays and equipment between premises saving local health care services around £80,000 a year.

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Jan Hawkins, Funding Manager knows firsthand how important the Blood Bikes are; a delivery from blood bikes helped to save her husband’s life, she said: “People of Cumbria have a lot to thank Bill for. I call The Blood Bikes The Silent Angels because if you’re picked up by a helicopter your family know about it, they have a collection because everyone knows about the air ambulance. If a GP saves your life you know about it or if someone saves your life on the road side you know about that, but the Blood Bikers pick up these boxes anonymously they never know what’s in it or who the recipients are and vice versa. No one knows what they achieve or how many lives they save.” In just over a year of operating, Blood Bikes Cumbria made over 400 deliveries on behalf of the West Cumberland Hospital in Whitehaven and the Cumberland Infirmary in Carlisle, not only between those two sites but also regularly co-ordinating deliveries with Northumbria Blood Bikes for deliveries to the Royal Victoria Infirmary in Newcastle. Blood Bikes Cumbria is run purely by volunteer riders who come from all walks of life including ex-ambulance personnel, Sellafield workers, painters and decorators, mechanics and ex-policemen, Jan said: “They all pull together.They are ordinary working people but they’ve all got one thing in common; their kindness.” The Charity is completely reliant on donations with riders originally using their own bikes, tyres and fuel.They were given a boost earlier this year when Sellafield Ltd and Nuclear Management Partners donated a much needed £10,000 bike, Jan explained: “Without Sellafield we wouldn’t have survived. All our riders are family men and they were spending £60-100 a week of fuel depending on how many rides they were doing and they did that for a full 12 months. If Sellafield didn’t step in when they did they’d be in the same position or the charity would have folded not because of a lack of enthusiasm but because there was no money.”

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Steve Hurd, Haematology Team Manager at the Cumberland Infirmary said: “Our Blood Sciences teams in West Cumberland Hospital and the Cumberland Infirmary work under great pressure with limited resources to produce accurate and timely results that often prove lifesaving. “With Blood Bikes Cumbria we get an accredited and secure level of service, blood and other samples handled with clinical precision, delivered between our hospitals and onward to Newcastle if required, in a timely fashion at short notice regardless of the unsociable hours – and it’s all voluntary.” In January 2015, Cumbria Blood Bike and Northumbria Blood Bikes began to support The Great North Air Ambulance (GNAAS) with the “Blood On Board” project. Since then all of the aircraft operated by GNAAS carry blood on board the aircraft for use in emergency medicine. These supplies have to be replenished every 24hrs and this service is provided by the two Blood Bike groups, moving these supplies everyday between the RVI and the GNAAS aircraft homebases, this occurs seven days a week, 52 weeks a year regardless of weather. As well as local blood transfers Blood Bikes Cumbria have taken part in a number of long distance relay transfers, with a recent one setting the record as the longest ever conducted in the UK with the full journey going from Dumfries to Cambridge. To raise funds Blood Bikes Cumbria are raffling a Volvo V40 tickets are £2.50 available from Jan Hawkins on 0780 272 5827 or 0777 844 7477 or Lloyds Volvo.The winner will be drawn in December 2016. For more information about volunteering call 0843 8868781 visit bbcumbria.org

“But it’s not just large companies like Sellafield Ltd that have overwhelmed us with their generosity. Family businesses like Lakeland Motorcycles in Pica have been fantastic and of course the general public never cease to amaze us. Without the businesses and people of Cumbria we simply couldn’t operate.” All riders are at an advance motoring level, there’s a training arm to ensure that they all maintain a high standard of riding. It is also there to help those who want to join or re-test. As well as four bikes (one was lost in the recent floods) Blood Bikes Cumbria have three cars which are essential during the winter months. Not only are they a safer alternative to bikes in icy conditions but blood in particular has to be kept above 3oC or it deteriorates.

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HEALTH A N D B EA U T Y

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By Jackie Cooper Bsc(hons) MNIMH, Medical Herbalist In the immortal words of Monty Python, ‘We are all individuals’ – hence what works for one person doesn’t necessarily work for someone else.

Each of us has our own unique blend of ‘being’, and for this reason in Alternative/Complementary medicine, we treat the individual not the illness.

With this in mind, now that we are getting ready for new life in the Spring, this is the time to think about our health.

We look at the individual constitution as well as the symptoms. Always bear this in mind when you are self medicating, and you will get a much better response from natural medicine.

The excesses of Christmas are past, as are our New Year resolutions.

I always treat my patients with a chronic condition in this way, and ideally acute conditions too.

So, how healthy do you feel? Are you full of energy when you rise in the morning or do you have to drag yourself out of bed? Do you have lots of aches and pains? Are you underweight or overweight? It is never too late to start to look after your body. Whatever you have done to it in the past, you can start fresh from today, and you will notice the benefit sooner than you think, and you will feel happier as a result. Look at your diet and exercise.

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These are important issues which you can change immediately if you have the mind to. Different blood types suit different diets, but the basic advice of eating plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables is the same for everybody. Organic food may seem expensive but it has less water content and more nutrition, so it is not as expensive as it may seem. If you are suffering from allergies, digestive problems or arthritis, then try an elimination diet to see whether some foods make your symptoms worse – give your experiments a few months for your body to tell you what upsets it. Tomatoes and oranges for example can make inflammatory conditions more uncomfortable in many systemic disorders, eg. arthritis. Take regular exercise, building up slowly and tailored to ability. In moving the body, flexibility is maintained, the muscles & circulation aid the digestive system which in turn eliminates toxins. It is all connected, and must be taken care of. And what is the most important detoxing remedy? Water, just plain water – most people don’t drink enough, and it is free (well, sort of!). Obviously water quality is important, but more important is hydration. Plain water is best so that the kidneys don’t have to work too hard. Ideally we should drink 1 ½ litres a day but most people don’t get anywhere near that. Just increase your intake slowly, and warm is better than cold, especially in the cold weather. It is the best medicine that there is! If in doubt about how to begin a health regime, consult your local Medical Herbalist! Jackie Cooper is a Member of the National Institute of Medical Herbalists. She practices from her home in Hethersgill and from clinics in Brampton and Carlisle. For further information, please telephone 01228 675042 or visit www.talkinherbs.co.uk

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New hairs resolution By Trae Corbett - Head Stylist at Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries

We’re all guilty of over indulging over the festive season and during the post-party slump of January our minds turn to detoxing, dieting, joining the gym, giving up smoking, cutting out unhealthy food – anything we can do to make ourselves look and feel better. We want to feel like we can make the right changes for 2016 and convince ourselves that “This year will be my year!” Come January we become more conscious about what we’re putting into our bodies but have we ever stopped to think what we’re putting on our hair? What’s in our Shampoo? Which chemicals are we layering onto our hair that are making it dull, limp and lackluster? Instead of changing our hair products we turn to a new hair cut, colour or maybe the latest heat appliance that Santa has left in our Christmas stockings. Your hair may look better, more tamed but maybe you need more than a change, maybe your hair is in need of a detox? You don’t necessarily have to make radical changes to make your hair work for you, you just need to uncover the true beauty of what you already have hiding under there.

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If you do anything this New Year to improve your look, be kind to your hair and it will make you shine!

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A fabulous new fringe will give you instant gratification but what if the fabric of the hair just isn’t up to pulling off that ‘stop the traffic feeling’?

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Burns Night

Burns Night Robert Burns is one of Scotland’s most important literary figures and is best known for his famous, and often humorous, songs and poetry. He was an inspiring and passionate pioneer of his generation and is regarded as Scotland’s National Bard. Every year Scots all over the world celebrate the life and works of Robert Burns with a burns supper on January 25. Burns Night involves singing, reciting Burns’ poetry and dining on some traditional Scottish dishes. Burns suppers occur wherever there are Burns Clubs, Scottish societies or fans of Burns’ poetry. The first supper took place in Ayrshire in the 18th century on the anniversary of his death, July 21 and was held by some of Burns’ friends. They later decided to meet again on the late poets Birthday, not realising they had invented a global phenomenon. The first Burns club, known as The Mother Club, was founded 28

in Greenock, in 1801, by merchants born in Ayreshire, some of whom had known Burns. They came together on what they believed to be Burn’s birthday, January 29, however they later discovered from the Ayr parish records that he was born on January 25 and Burns night has been celebrated on that day ever since. A Burns supper can be as formal or informal as you like. Some go all out and hire a piper for their celebrations, while other’s have a humble supper around their dining room table. No matter how traditional a Burns supper is, it typically consists of a feast of Haggis and Scottish Whiskey and the recitation of Burns’ poetry. Formal suppers follow a standard format which sees the start of the evening (piping in the guests). The host welcomes everyone formally; the guests are seated and grace is said, usually using the Selkirk Grace, a well-known thanksgiving said before meals, using the Scots language. Although attributed to Burns, the Selkirk Grace was already

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known in the 17th century, as the “Galloway Grace” or the “Covenanters’ Grace”. It came to be called the Selkirk Grace because Burns was said to have delivered it at a dinner given by the Earl of Selkirk. The supper starts with the soup course. Normally a Scottish soup such as Scotch Broth, Potato Soup or Cock-a-Leekie. The “Piping” of the haggis follows and all stand as the main course is brought in. This is always a haggis on a large dish. It is usually brought in by the cook, generally while a piper plays bagpipes and leads the way to the host’s table, where the haggis is laid down.

After the poem there’s a theatrical cutting of the haggis with a ceremonial knife and a Scotch whisky toast to the haggis takes place, then the company will sit down to the meal Haggis is traditionally served with mashed potatoes (tatties) and mashed turnips (neeps). A dessert course, cheese courses, coffee, etc. may also be part of the meal.

The Selkirk Grace: Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it; But we hae meat, and we can eat, And sae let the Lord be thankit.

The host, or perhaps a guest with a talent, then recites the Address to a Haggis, a poem written by Burns to celebrate his appreciation of the haggis.

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Although Burns only lived to be 37, he enjoyed an eventful life and produced an astonishing amount of great literary work. He’s famous for his political views, revolutionary behaviour and his love for the lassies, all of which can be seen in his work.

During his relatively short life Robert Burns touched many with his words and today restaurants and businesses on both sides of the border remember him by holding their own Burns

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Apple Cake

Apple

Crumble Cake This is a very quick and easy dessert to make Equally delicious warm or cold, best served with vanilla ice cream, cream or custard. This is a very morish dish and it can be quite difficult to know when to stop eating!!!

INGREDIENTS • 250g unsalted butter, quite simply the better the butter, the better the cake • 250g caster sugar • 275g self-raising flour • 1 beaten egg • 6-8 brae burn apples, peeled and slices

METHOD Pre heat your oven to gas 4/ 180c (160c if it’s a fan oven) Lightly grease a 25cm/ 10” spring form cake tin. Melt the butter in a pan and stir in sugar until almost dissolved

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Add the flour and beaten egg and beat with a wooden spoon until it forms a soft dough. Spread ¾ of the mixture over the bottom of the cake tin and top with peeled apple slices leaving about 1cm. Sprinkle the remaining mixture over the top Bake for 55 mins until golden brown and enjoy

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Winter Minetrone

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Winter minestrone Minestone soup is a great warming lunch on a winterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s day or as the basis of main meal, we often cook a piece of sea bass or a chicken breast and turn it into more of a dinner.

Ingredient About 500g diced winter vegetables, carrots, swede, parsnip, celery, leek, sweet potato 1 red pepper diced

1 pint chicken stock,

1 medium onion Sliced

50 ml white wine,

2 cloves garlic

1/4 finely shredded savoy

75g diced pancetta or smoked

cabbage

bacon,

1 tablespoon chopped fresh

1 tablespoon tomato puree,

parsley,

1tin chopped tomatoes,

50g Pasta ,

Method

Olive oil and parmesan

In a large saucepan, sautĂŠ the onions and garlic over a high heat until golden brown. Add the pancetta and cook for 3 to 4 mins until crispy. Add the diced pepper and vegetables and stir well. Cover, turn the heat as low as possible and leave to cook for 20 mins. Turn the heat back up, stir in the tomato puree, white wine, chopped tomatoes and chicken stock and simmer for 10 mins. Add the pasta and cook for a further 10 mins, Season with salt and plenty of black pepper Just before serving add the savoy cabbage, serve in warmed bowels with a dribble of olive oil, some grated parmesan and plenty of crusty bread VISIT WWW.CUMBRIANMENUS.COM FOR MORE IRRESITIBLE RECIPES T h e W o r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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Q: What is your favourite type of cuisine? Fish Q: What is your favourite restaurant to eat at anywhere in the world? I was lucky enough to get a scholarship with Gordon Ramsey for a few days and I worked in Claridge’s then he took us out to Boxwood – another one of his restaurants; that was quite an experience. Q: Who is your favourite celebrity chef? Earl Aggrey started his kitchen career at The Borrowdale Inn as a kitchen porter since then he’s worked his way up to the top and is now head chef at Hundith Hill. Q:What is your first memory of the kitchen? I was a kitchen porter (KP) at The Borrowdale, in those days you couldn’t get a job in the kitchen unless you started as at the bottom. I was a KP for three months before another position in the kitchen opened up and I started from there. Q: What is the weirdest thing you’ve ever cooked with? I haven’t really cooked with anything that’s extraordinary but the preparation of squid is always an odd one. A lot of chefs nowadays buy things like that pre-prepped but I’m quite old fashioned and we prepare squid, lobster and crab in the kitchen – I think it’s a dying art. 32

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I really like Tom Kerridge at the moment. Obviously I like Rick Stein because of what he does with fish and I liked Marco Pierre White in his heyday. Q: What are you most likely to cook at home? I make a lot of bread and cakes Q: Do you spend a lot of time in the kitchen at home? I do; I do a lot of experimenting in the kitchen at home Q: What is your ultimate comfort food? I like proper dark chocolate, a nice piece of dark chocolate with a cup of coffee Q: What is your idea of food hell? I don’t mind vegetarians but I can’t stand Quorn

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Ve n i s o n

Venison Wellington Ingredients

A classic winter warmer with a bit of a twist

700g trimmed loin of venison 1 tbsp olive oil, plus a little extra 1Â˝ tbsp English mustard 50g butter 1 large shallot, finely chopped 1 garlic clove, crushed

400g chestnut mushroom, very finely chopped in a food processor 1 tbsp finely chopped thyme leaves 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley 2 tbsp brandy 12 slices prosciutto plain flour, for dusting 375g pack all-butter puff pastr y 2 egg yolk, beaten 34

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Method Dry the venison with kitchen paper, then season well. Heat the oil in a frying pan and sear the meat all over for about 8 mins.

Fold over the bottom half of the pastry. Lightly brush the rest of the sheet with beaten egg.

Brush with mustard, leave to cool, then chill for 20 mins. Reserve any juices for the gravy.

Roll the whole thing around the meat to encase. Neatly fold under the shorter edges to create a parcel.

Melt the butter and soften the shallot and garlic. Add the mushrooms, herbs and seasoning, and cook for 10 mins until you have a paste-like mixture.

Transfer to a baking sheet and, using your hands, smooth the pastry around the meat, pressing it firmly to avoid any air being trapped. Brush the pastry all over with beaten egg yolk.

Add the brandy and cook until itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s evaporated. Leave to cool. Overlap 2-3 sheets of cling film on a clean surface and lay the prosciutto in 2 rows, slightly overlapping each slice. Spread the cooled mushroom paste all over the prosciutto, creating a thin, even layer. Place the fillet in the centre of the mushroom mixture. Using the edge of the cling film, carefully draw the layer of prosciutto and mushroom around the meat. Roll into a sausage shape, twisting the ends of the cling film as you do, to form a tight log. Chill for 30 mins to firm up.

Chill for at least 30 mins or up to 24 hrs. Then, using the back of a knife, mark the pastry, being careful not to cut all the way through. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7. Lightly oil a non-stick baking tray and heat until hot. Put the Wellington on the tray and bake for 30 mins (35 mins for well done). Remove from oven, brush with extra egg and rest for 20 mins. Serve with mash potatoes, seasonal veg and a hearty gravy.

On a lightly floured surface, roll the pastry to a rectangle a little larger than a magazine, and trim the edges to neaten. Carefully unwrap the prosciutto parcel and lay in the middle of the pastry.

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Rhubarb and stem ginger crème brûlée Ingredients

For the poached rhubarb •300g/10½oz forced rhubarb, chopped •140g/5oz white caster sugar •15g/½oz lemon juice For the custard •400ml/14fl oz double cream •200ml/7fl oz crème fraîche

•6 free-range egg yolks •90ml/3fl oz ginger syrup (reserved from the stem ginger jar) •2 balls stem ginger, chopped into small pieces (5mm/¼ in across) For the rhubarb crisps •1 stick forced rhubarb, peeled into thin strips with a potato peeler •75g/2¾oz caster sugar For the topping •6 tbsp demerara sugar

Preparation method •Preheat oven to 170C/150C Fan/Gas 3.

•When cooked, place the ramekins in the refrigerator to

•For the poached rhubarb, mix the ingredients together in a

cool completely (this will take a few hours, but if you are

saucepan. Boil the mixture until the rhubarb has broken up

short of time they can be cooled on a baking tray in the

and most of the liquid has evaporated.

freezer).

•Meanwhile, make the custard. Mix the cream and crème

•For the rhubarb crisps, preheat the oven to 120C/100C

fraîche in a pan and heat until warm. Mix the egg yolks and

Fan/Gas ½.

ginger syrup together in a bowl. Pour in the warmed cream

•Put the caster sugar and 75ml/2½fl oz water in a pan and

and return the mixture to the pan to warm.

heat until the sugar dissolves. Poach the rhubarb strips in this

•Divide the poached rhubarb between 6 large ramekins

syrup for 30 seconds. Remove and arrange on a silicon mat

then sprinkle half of the stem ginger on top and fill each

on a baking tray. Dry out in the oven for 20 minutes, turning

ramekin with the custard mixture.

over halfway through. Set aside to cool.

•Boil a kettle of water. Place the ramekins in a roasting tin,

•For the topping, preheat the grill to maximum tempera-

fill the tin with boiling water so the water comes halfway up

ture. Top the ramekins with the demerara sugar and place

the sides of the ramekins. Bake for approximately 45 min-

under the grill until the sugar caramelises, alternatively use a

utes, or until the custard is set but still has a slight wobble.

chef ’s blowtorch. Sprinkle with the remaining chopped stem ginger and the rhubarb crisps. Serve immediately.

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Reds hopeful of reaching play-offs Words: John Walsh

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Workington Reds finished the year in joint second place in the Evo Stik Premier League, nicely positioned for a strong title challenge over the second-half of the season. A repeat of last seasonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s form over the second-half of the campaign would see them surge to the championship as 38

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Boxing Day but the deluge in west Cumbria meant that that very tasty contest had to be postponed. Then on Bank Holiday Monday (December 28) the scheduled trip to bottom side Ramsbottom was called-off, hardly surprising as the Lancashire club’s ground was under two feet of water. Reds had finished the year with a narrow 1-0 win at Barwell, courtesy of a headed goal from long-serving Kyle May, the player who has made most appearances for Workington AFC in its entire history. But unfortunately they had attacking mid-fielder Joe McGee sent off in this contest which meant he was suspended for the first three games – all at home – of 2016.

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“We have had Matty Tymon (ankle) and Josh Calvert (groin) out through injury and when you get suspensions like Joe’s it can make a hole in your squad. “With so many matches being postponed because of the weather it means we are going to have to continue with mid-week games well into the New Year which of course can bring problems with players’ availability. “We have a decent squad now and hope it will be good enough to get us into the play-offs at least,” said Townsley. There’s still everything to play for, though, with eight or nine teams still very much in contention for the title and play-off positions.

Reds have recently signed two former Kendal players, in midfielder Rob Wilson and striker Aaron Taylor while they have taken Newcastle’s teenage centre-half Kyle Cameron on loan.

Blyth, Salford, Nantwich, Ashton Utd, Darlington, Buxton and Stourbridge are all likely rivals for Reds in the battle for the five key positions – the top team going up automatically, and the next four battling it out through the play-offs.

Manager Derek Townsley feels it’s a timely addition to the depth of the squad as he now has 20 players on the first team rosta.

Interestingly Reds still have Blyth and Ashton to play home and away, with trips to Salford and Nantwich set against home games with Buxton and Stourbridge.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Saturday 23rd January 2016 Reds Vs Halesowen Town 15:00

Saturday 06th February 2016 Reds Vs Marine 15:00

Monday 25th January 2016 Hayde United Vs Reds 19:45

Tuesday 09th February 2016 Salford City Vs Reds 19:45

Saturday 30th January 2016 Mickleover Sports Vs Reds 15:00

Saturday 13th February 2016 Whitby Town Vs Reds 15:00

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Town finally announce big signing Words: John Walsh

Image: Jim Davis It might have been the worst kept secret in Rugby League but the signing of Jarrod Sammut has proved a major hit with Workington Town fans. Half-back Sammut was the catalyst for last season’s revival by Town and he was finally unveiled over Christmas as Workington’s latest recruit. Town officials are delighted that their longterm target has finally been announced with supporters equally delighted that a star player has seen fit to stay with the Cumbrian club. There is a strong argument to suggest that the capture of Australian Sammut is arguably the biggest in the club’s recent history. Sammut had been a done deal for a while, largely through the support of several local businessmen, but there was a good reason why it wasn’t announced until the end of the year. Club director Gary McFarland was said to be an integral part of the negotiation process, instrumental in the signing, he said: “Jarrod signing for the Town on a permanent basis is a huge fillip for all at the club. As a board we have worked really hard to make this deal happen and reward our loyal fans in the face of interest from rival clubs. “That Jarrod has signed for us is an endorsement of the direction that we as a club are heading in, and a sign of intent by the club going into the 2016 season. We believe this is the most significant signing the club has made in its recent history. Everyone at the club is now looking forward to the season ahead.”

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Sammut first made his name in the NRL with Penrith before switching to England where he played Super League at Bradford Bulls, Celtic Crusaders and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats, establishing himself as a firm favourite with fans everywhere he went. Sammut is also a Maltese international and has been pivotal in establishing the Malta national side. Midway through last season he joined Workington having left the Wildcats and instantly became a huge favourite with the crowd as he turned in a succession of match-winning performances that helped the team pull away from the lower reaches of a tough Championship division. Town say: “The permanent capture of Sammut in the face of fierce competition from rival clubs is a significant sign of the club’s intent to compete with the teams in the higher echelons of the Championship for the 2016 season.”

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Sammut played 12 Championship games for Town last season and scored nine tries, as well as landing 20 goals as he shared kicking duties with Carl Forber. He said: “I was made to feel very welcome by the Workington club as soon as I went there and I said when the season finished I would be happy to stay there. “I get on very well with members of the board and have a good relationship with Phil Veivers so I’m looking forward to a good season. “I had to have a double wrist reconstruction at the end of the season and the club have really taken care of me so I owe them a big thanks for that.” Town expect to have at least two other new signings in the squad before the first Championship game on Sunday, February 7 against Sheffield Eagles.

UPCOMING FIXTURES Sunday 7th February 2016 Town Vs Eagles 15.00

Sunday 28th February 2016 Town Vs Broncos 15.00

Sunday 14th February 2016 Rams Vs Town 15.00

Sunday 6th March 2016 Bulldogs Vs Town 15.00

Sunday 21st February 2016 Town Vs Halifax 15.00

Sunday 13th March 2016 Town Vs Oldham 15.00

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Aussie riders complete line-up Words: John Walsh

Workington Comets have completed their line-up for the 2016 season with the capture of two Australian riders.

But it got better for Campton as not only did he secure his Visa status but he went on to win the ‘A Final’ to claim the Queensland State title for the first time.

Mason Campton and Ty Proctor were the last two to be announced after they had both obtained clearance to ride in Britain this year.

Comets owner Laura Morgan said: “We had been following his progress ride by ride throughout the meeting and once he qualified for that ‘A final’ it was a huge relief for everyone!

Campton’s signing was clinched after he secured a place in the ‘A Final’ of the Queensland Championship. That ensured the 22-year-old would finish in the top four placings and was eligible to apply for a Visa in order to race in the UK in 2016 and resume his promising British racing career.

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“Once his Visa eligibility was secured, it will come as no surprise to anyone that we very quickly agreed a deal with him.” When Campton last rode for the Comets in 2014 he

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ended the season with a 4.66 average, however having missed out on the 2015 season he is now to be classed as a new application and so must return to the UK with an average of 5.00, in accordance with the regulations agreed between the BSPA and the UK Border Agency. Comets team manager Tony Jackson said: “We are so pleased to have Mason back as to have missed out on yet another season would have been very hard for him, and probably had a detrimental effect on his career. “But, he is now perfectly placed to push on with his career and I am certain that having missed out in 2015 he will be really keen to up his average next season. “There is still plenty of improvement to come from Mason, and that will benefit everyone if it comes in 2016.” Comets completed their line-up with the signing of 28-yearold Ty Proctor. He joins the club on a 6.68 average, fitting within the 6.87 points the Comets had available for the final place in their side.

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every team member is capable of increasing their average, which is important if we are to have a successful season.” Proctor first came to the UK in 2008 where he linked up with Redcar and has extensive Premier League experience as well as having gained a lot of Elite League experience with his parent club Wolverhampton. Team manager Jackson said: “The signing of Ty gives us four riders that have stated that they will be pushing to be number one next season and with Adam Roynon also keen to get back up the averages, plus the improvement that will surely come from Mason Campton and Matt Williamson, I feel that we have plenty of potential in our side to challenge for silverware!” Ty Proctor becomes the third Wolverhampton asset within the Comets ranks for 2016 (Kenneth Hansen and Ricky Wells being the others) and with two English riders, two Danes, two Australians and an American, the full Comets line-up for 2016 now reads: Ricky Wells (8.86), Claus Vissing (7.54), Kenneth Hansen (6.84), Ty Proctor (6.68), Mason Campton (5.00), Adam Roynon (4.39) and Matt Williamson (3.00).

This brings the Comets combined starting average up to 42.31, fitting just inside the 42.50 limit for team-building. Comets owner Morgan said: “With several new faces wearing the Comets race-jacket next season there is a very refreshing look about the side. To be honest I am quite excited by this line-up and I hope that our supporters are too. “We made contact with Ty a few weeks ago but until he had secured his visa via the Australian State Championships he did not want to tempt fate by talking to anyone about 2016, which was understandable after the problems he had earlier this year with his visa when with Sheffield. “But, having won his third Victorian State title, ironically on the same day that Mason won the Queensland Championship, he was then willing to talk about next season. “It soon became clear that he was keen to join the Comets and after some negotiation we are delighted that we have been able to agree a deal that suits both parties. “Ty is the final piece in the jigsaw and I feel that we have a great mixture of youth and experience in our side and T h e Wo r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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Land Rover Discover Sport named What Car?

Best Large SUV of the year Land Rover has claimed a hat-trick of accolades in the coveted What Car? Awards, with new Discovery Sport winning the Best Large SUV title in one of the most keenly contested divisions of the competition.

It is the third year running that Land Rover has driven off with the top SUV award from What Car? – Range Rover Sport was proclaimed Best Large SUV in 2014 and 2015. Citing the Discovery Sport’s “superb blend of body control, brilliant practicality and high quality”,What Car?’s judges also voted it Best Buy in the £25,000-£40,000 price band. The Discovery Sport was enhanced last autumn by the fitment of Land Rover’s new 2.0-litre four-cylinder Ingenium diesel engine, designed to deliver class-leading torque and power outputs as well as excellent refinement and reduced CO2 emissions and fuel consumption. Built at Land Rover’s new state-of-the-art £500m Engine Manufacturing Centre in the West Midlands, the EU6 compliant Ingenium engine is available in 150PS and 180PS variants, the former offering up to 57.7mpg and CO2 emissions from 129g/km.

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Being equipped with a range of class-leading driver assistance and safety features, such as a pedestrian airbag and Autonomous Emergency Braking, has helped earn the Discovery Sport a Five Star Euro NCAP rating. On the road prices start at £30,695 for the manual gearbox model with five-seat SE specification. Accepting the award, Jeremy Hicks, Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover UK, said:“This is the second major What Car? award for Discovery Sport following on from last year’s Safety Award, and with UK sales totalling 16,500 by the end of 2016, the combination of versatility and family practicality has won over new and existing customers alike. “In addition, the introduction of the new Ingenium engine in September 2015 has lowered running and depreciation costs making the Discovery Sport the premium all-rounder of choice for not just retail but fleet and business customers too.”

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What Car?: said:“It fully deserves to win. Jaguar Land Rover’s new diesel engine, together with its standard seven seats, good space and impressive interior build quality, enabled it to see off all its rivals. Families will love the Discovery Sport’s superb blend of body control, brilliant practicality and high quality, and subsequently, it is extremely good value. “The 2.0 TD4 is a far more refined unit than the previous 2.2, and it’s also cheaper to run because it emits less CO2 and uses less fuel. The Discovery Sport remains good to drive, too, with nicely weighted steering and a comfortable ride. At high speed its decent suppression of wind and tyre noise complements the hushed engine. Its talents include space and practicality, too, because this model comes with seven seats as standard, which will be good news for those with large families and small children.”

Discovery Sport – Best Large SUV and Best Buy £25,000-£40,000

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One Breed Doesn’t Fit All

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One breed doesn’t fit all! By Wayne Southwell

Spring is just around the corner (if I keep telling myself that then it will happen) and it just happens to be a time of year that a lot of us decide to get a new addition to the family in the shape of a dog.

Terrier

Here is a guide to the different categories of K9 companions you could go for if you are contemplating getting a dog.

They are an attentive loyal dog that was traditionally used as small prey hunters. Their speed and size make them great for chasing down rabbits and other quadrupeds. They can also be territorial and often seem to forget what size they really are.

Gundogs One of the UK’s best known group of dogs are the gundogs, traditionally as you would expect they were used for hunting. Pointers and setters would be used to help spot some game before possibly flushing it out while the retrievers would as expected retrieve any downed prey and bring it back to the hunter. Many of these dogs will be trained in the whole process, with many working in groups to aid the hunter even more.

Hounds The hound dog is another hunting dog that is suited to a different style of hunting. They have a very powerful sense of smell so are great at tracking prey and chasing it over long distances.

The terrier class of dog is often a misunderstood breed.

Toy It’s often thought that the toy or lap dog is a modern fad brought on by the rich and famous however these dogs have been around from ancient times with the Pekinese bred in ancient china to fit inside a man’s robe. They are a dog that doesn’t need much space or exercise. They can have a fiery temper though if not properly socialised. There is a world of information out there on all the different breeds in these categories of dogs, so just make sure you do your research ask advice from your friends, family and local training schools and most important of all spend time training your new dog, it’s more rewarding than you could ever know.

There are two types of hound dogs: sight hounds (that hunt by sight) and scent hounds (that hunt by smell), both are amazingly fast & agile dogs.

Working Very popular in our part of the world are the working dogs that you will see on farms such as the Border Collie. These dogs are a highly intelligent creature that is well suited to being trained to herd sheep (and sometimes people), they are a dog that requires a lot of stimulation so a lap dog they are not. Other working dogs include guard dogs, sledge pullers and police drugs dogs. T h e Wo r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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Music / Theatre / Film / Other Music J A N U AR Y 29

Burden Of Paradise Threlkeld Village Hall

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Roots 66 Weekend Theatre By The Lake

Chris While & Julie Mathews + Jez Lowe & The Bad Pennies Theatre By The Lake

The Mighty Donnas Theatre By The Lake

Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys Theatre By The Lake

The Blues Band Theatre By The Lake

The Smyths ( The Queen is Dead Tour) Brick Yard

Tom McConvile Theatre By The Lake

The Fab Beaties Theatre By The Lake

Rockmantic 2016 Brickyard (12th - 13th)

Then There Was Six Theatre By The Lake

Elkie Brooks Theatre By The Lake

The Legends Of American Country Show Carnegie Theatre

Music Sunday - Valenines day special Verve 78

Limehouse Lizzy The Carnegie Theatre

Eric Satie Valentines Day Concert Theatre By The Lake

Scuzz Presents: UK Throwndown Tour 2016 Brickyard

Madama Butterfly The Sands Centre

Mitch Benn Threlkeld Village Hall

Thanks Abba For The Music The Sands Centre

The Amorettes The Carnegie Theatre

Tadpoles Theatre By The Lake (15th-16th)

07th February Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys

With flashes of flair and fancy footwork, and a blatant disregard for predictable stage presence, Prince Edward Island’s Gordie MacKeeman and His Rhythm Boys deliver an ultimate concert experience filled with high-energy electrifying entertainment.

Carnegie Theatre, Workington

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Rock and Roll Paradise Carnegie Theatre

Jason Donavan The Sands Centre

Collabro The Sands Centre

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Workington beckons

Beckett

Saturday February 27 After a sell-out autumn tour cheeky chappy Rob Beckett is back on the road this spring with his latest tour, Mouth of the South, which will see him perform at The Carnegie, Workington on Saturday February 27. In his latest tour, Rob tackles important issues like Kitkats and Flatbread.

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It was a regular visitor to Keswick, its long convoy of wagons, including dressing rooms, bedsits and canteen, grinding up and down Lake District hills.

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The cheeky southerner has established himself on the circuit and has continued to make a name for himself appearing on numerous TV shows including; Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo, 8 out of 10 Cats does Countdown and as a co-host on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out of Here Now.

Les Miserables (School Edition) The Carnegie Theatre

The Tortoise And The Hare The Carnegie Theatre

How the Koala learnt to hug Theatre By The Lake

High Drama Theatre By The Lake

Dick Whittington Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth (5th Feb - 6th Feb)

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21,000 Miles of Rail Theatre By The Lake

London Road Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle (10th - 12th)

Lights, Camera, Action! The Carnegie Theatre (11th - 13th)

Rob made his debut at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2012 with his solo show “Rob Beckett’s Summer Holiday” to great acclaim. His debut tour, which finished in spring 2014, saw him playing to sell out venues all over the UK with dates being added due to the phenomenal demand.

Rob Beckett Mouth of the South is at The Carnegie Theatre on Saturday February 27, Tickets are available from The Carnegie, 01900 602122.

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R oy a l O p e r a H o u s e : L a Tr av i t a t a A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

Original Contemporary Dance Stanwix Theatre, Carlisle (17th - 19th)

And Now... Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth

F i l m Fe s t i v a l Theatre By The Lake (25th-26th)

N a t i o n a l T h e a t re L i ve : A s yo u l i ke i t A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

23th March And Now...

In this vibrant, accessible piece of dance theatre, a tribe of lost children enter a beguiling Neverland where present generations glimpse what promise may emerge when we finally grow up - if indeed we ever will....

Kirkgate Centre, Cockermouth

07th March Legend

The story of the notorious identical twin gangsters Reggie and Ronnie Kray and their organised crime empire in the East End of London during the 1960s

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The Legend Of Barney Thomson The Kirkgate Centre

B o i s h o i B a l l e t - T h e Ta m i n g O f T h e S h r e w Plaza Cinema

Love and Mercy The Kirkgate Centre

T h e R o y a l B a l l e t : R h a p s o d y / T h e Tw o P i g e o n s A l h a m b a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

N a t i o n a l T h e a t re L i ve : L e s L i a s i o n s D a n g e re u s e s A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke s w i c k

T h e M e t r o p o l i t a n O p e r a - Tu r a n d o t A l h a m b r a C i n e m a , Ke w s i c k

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Legend (18) Kirkgate Centre , Cockermouth

Ta n g e r i n e s ( 1 5 ) Kirkgate Centre , Cockermouth

T h e L a d y i n t h e Va n ( 1 2 A ) Kirkgate Centre , Cockermouth

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Imagination Adventures Carnegie Theatre

G e o f f S o m e r s Ta l k Ke s w i c k M u s e u m a n d A r t G a l l e r y

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Paddy McGuiness The Sands Centre

Don Whillans Myth and Legend The Kirkgate Centre

Safe Return Doubtful: Endurange retracted

Ed Bryne - Outside Looking In The Sands Centre

Tim FizHigham - The Gambler Kirkgate Centre

Conservation Work Party At Dubbs Moss Nature Reserve W e l l i n g t o n F a r m C a f e A n d Te a m R o o m s

Rob Becket - Mouth Of The South Carnegie Theatre

U Dance Cumbria 2016 Theatre By The Lake

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La Boheme by Puccini T h e a t r e B y T h e L a ke , Ke s w i c k

Words By The Water : Festival Of Words And Ideas Theatre By The Lake

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Rainbow over

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Thursday February 4

The Venue, Carlisle, are bringing some much needed laughter and colour to the city next month with two fabulous acts. First up on Thursday February 4 is Rainbow frontman Graham Bonnet. The legendary rock vocalist returns to the UK with the Graham Bonnet Band for what will be his most extensive tour in modern times. They will be performing some of his greatest hits including ‘Since You Been Gone’, ‘All Night Long’ and ‘Night Games’ along with all the key tracks from Graham’s illustrious career, the Graham Bonnet Band pays homage to a legacy of rock career that is still going strong. Support comes from London’s fastest-rising melodic metal merchants - Evyltyde - who are currently working on material for their 2nd album. Next up on Thursday February 25 is Comedian Dave Spikey, on his second visit to the region is less than 12months. The Pheonix Night actor and former 8 Out of 10 Cats captain will be performing material from his latest tour Punchlines in which he examines different types of punchlines and the ways of delivering them.

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Girls Rock

Girls Rock Retro Music Weekend 3

11/12/13 March 2016

Five sessions, night & day of live music from Friday Evening through to Sunday evening. It’s all things pre millennium, a late 20th century musical memory masterclass. 10 fantastic live acts from all corners of the UK.

There are few music genres that are as popular now as they were when they were first born but rock is one of them. One band keeping the spirit of rock alive is The Amorettes, an all-female three piece rock group from Glasgow. They have been storming the world of rock and will be performing at Monroe’s Bar at The Carnegie Theatre, Workington on Saturday January 30. This will not be the bands first visit to Cumbria having previously performed in Workington town centre. Gill Montgomery lead vocalist said: “We are really looking forward to playing in Workington again, we have quite a good following there and we always have a fantastic audience. This gig will be a real mix of our older songs as well as some of our new material.”

ELECTRO 80’S, GREAT SCOTT, BETCHA BY GOLLY WOW, THE RUMBLE BAND, BOOTLEG BLONDIE & MORE! Weekend Tickets: £55pp Accommodation from £102.00 for the full weekend!

www.stanwix.com | 016973 32666 Stanwix Park Holiday Centre, Silloth, Cumbria, CA7 4HH

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Despite six years together the girls have only been performing professionally for 18 months, Gill said: “It all began as a hobby, we met in college and became friends through a mutual love of ACDC. We each had specific talents and decided to jam together for a while.

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We muscled up some courage and we booked some gigs, the rest is history.” Hailed as the female Ramones these girls know rock music better than anyone and they know how to compose a real rock song, Gill explained: “We have all loved rock music from a young age, its mostly classic rock so we love bands like ACDC, The Ramones, Joan Jett, and The Stone Roses. We write all of our own music and get our inspiration from life, Rock is the perfect outlet for emotions, especially anger!” When the Amorettes first began playing together, they never thought they would come this far, Gill said: “The most incredible and unbelievable thing that has happened to us so far is supporting Thunder on their tour. It was amazing, we played to crowds of up to 1,500 people and to support one of our idols was just a dream for all of us.” Although Rock bands are often viewed having quite arrogant personas Gill and the other girls from the band are actually quite humble and shy, Gill explained: “On stage you become a different person. “You open up and interact with the crowd, in the beginning we were so nervous and shy it was hard but you learn to overcome it and when you’re playing you almost forget there’s a crowd.” For aspiring rock chicks Gill said: “The best piece of advice I can give is find likeminded musicians who you get on with and gig as much as you can. “Also do not let men dictate and tell you what to do or tell you that you can’t do it just because you’re a girl. We have had all too many negative comments from men about women in a rock band but we’ve ignored each and every one of them. “We wouldn’t be where we are today if we allowed the nastiness and jealousy of others get to us.” Tickets can be bought from the Carnegie Theatre Website and are £8 or £9 on the door. T h e Wo r k i n g t o n G u i d e

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By Stephen Robson

Man of the Mountains Stephen Robson, from Carlisle, has been caught in the grips of mountain fever for the past 40 something years. Having completed all 214 Wainwright fells in 2014 Stephen has an unparalleled enthusiasm for the Lakeland fells which he is eager to share with others in the latest series in The Whitehaven Guide.

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I have been walking the fells for many years, forty-odd in fact. Not continuously, I hasten to add. In 2014 I finally completed all 214 Wainwright fells. It was never my intention to climb every one, until a mate of mine, Nick, finished all of his. Then an element of competition between another walking pal Julian and me ensued.

My life on the fells started way before I was even old enough to contemplate Wainwrights 214 fells. My parents told me of the time when I was a toddler, we were having a picnic above Aira force near Ullswater. There were no walls or fences near the top of the falls and I nearly stepped off into the void. “Oswald!!” yelled my mother and my father grabbed me, just in time. My father owned a wholesale Stationers Warehouse and it was there where I first discovered the Wainwright pictorial guides. The little hand drawn books really fired my enthusiasm.

Walking the hills consumed my every waking thought during the warm summer that year. Looking out of the bedroom window I would anticipate another lovely day ahead. At half past three (a.m!) I would be filling the car up at the petrol 56

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would read the white board on the kitchen wall and see that I was on Fellbarrow above Crummock Water (or wherever I was)….important point this, always make others aware of where you’re going.

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Over 400 fully serviced berths Safe & secure locked marina Town centre location Walk to bars & restaurants Beautiful & historic setting Showers, toilets & launderette Diesel, gas, water & electric

They were beautifully written and illustrated, occasionally humorous and always inspiring. Before I could drive I would take the bus to Keswick and climb a nearby mountain, descending in time to catch the 2.30 or 6.30 buses home. When I passed my driving test the whole of the District opened up to me. The pen and ink Wainwright drawings were now three dimensional, in full technicolour and on a grand scale. Many happy years of walking ensued; some remain etched on the memory, many more have faded from my recollection; most were spent in a blissful state.

Fully serviced boatyard with: Large modern boatshed Open Yard Policy 45 tonne hoist On-site marina services

Is it better to walk alone or with others? I have done – and enjoyed, both. If you are alone you can please yourself but the companionship of likeminded peope is good too and possibly safer. And finally; what’s it like to attain the last summit? Well it’s satisfying of course. And almost immediately you begin planning to climb them all over again.

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Raven Crag

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Waterproofs (ja cket and pants) Insulating fleece Thick socks + 2 spare pairs Warm hat Gloves Waterproof walk ing boots Gaiters (optional ) Compass & map Torch & head to rch

Raven Crag This is an excellent short walk –perfect for this time of year with its short days and the possibility of sudden changes in weather conditions. It is a summit I was unable to attain in midsummer as peregrine falcons were nesting there at the time and the top was fenced off. That frustration came at the end of a long day which saw me plodging through some of the boggiest country that the Lake District has to offer. Apart from the benefit of the views out and unless one is hell-bent on completing the Wainwright’s, I would recommend avoiding the accompanying central spine of High Seat, High Tove and Armboth Fell. Determined to complete the Wainwright’s I returned to Raven Crag a month later once the birds had departed. To climb it, drive to the dam at the northern end of Thirlmere and follow the signposted path up the fell side. This is through woodland which Wainwright described as “oppressive” but I didn’t find it so. I recall being dappled in sunlight with tantalising glimpses of the blue lake below. The crag itself is very impressive up close. At the top of the ridge turn left- you’ll be on the summit in no time. Take care when approaching the crag itself as the land falls away sharply to the lake. It was once two, Leathes Water and Wythburn Water. Raising the water level by 58

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fifty feet at the end of the 19th century to supply water to Manchester created one mere. At the end of my walk I was returning to the car which I’d parked in the tiny hamlet of Shoulthwaite. The natural route of return took me through a field, gated at both ends. Towards the centre of it, I began to notice the terrain becoming increasingly waterlogged. I was also aware of some rather strange looking plants poking out of the turgid pools. Bog plants! But, because I was half way across at this point I decided to continue. The water became deeper and the plants were tangling around my legs. I was up to my thighs in stagnant water and wondered if it might get even deeper, with the possibility of a sudden plunge? I was walking alone and the people in the cars on the main road between Keswick and Ambleside were too far away to even see me. With my heart beating out of my chest I continued - and to my relief the land eventually started to rise. Back in the car I sat on some carrier bags and drove home. I met my wife at the back door. “What’s that smell?” she asked. “I’m afraid it’s me” I confessed. I stripped by the washing machine. I flung my boots in the bin, never wishing to wear them again and the wash cycle went through twice.

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Bait and Tackle shop at The Lake District Coast Aquarium, Maryport. By Mark Vollers In business you can never stand still or you can start to go backwards...with this very relevant advice in mind the aquarium is always looking for new ways of increasing footfall and revenue, particularly for times of the year when visitors are thin on the ground. In fact this opportunity has always been staring us in the face as we keep quite a few of the staple sea fishing baits like squid and mackerel which for the fish in our aquarium displays. One of our aquarists, Tom Bragg, is also a keen angler and was the deciding factor in the decision to go ahead and many would-be customers also want some advice about what the best bait is, where to go, what is being caught at present, the state of the tide, etc . What was our retail storeroom by admissions was soon tiled

out and stocked with a full range of baits and some basic tackle needs. As the word spread we began to stock more and more items so that today there is a good selection of well priced rod and reel combinations complimenting the comprehensive bait and tackle lines. Live bait is always popular and thanks to dependable farmed supply we now have live Ragworm delivered once or twice weekly. The fact that the Bait and Tackle shop is within the aquarium reception area means it is easy to find and is open seven days a week and ample parking makes it is a very handy place for West Cambrianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s and visitors alike to call in. Supporting Sea angling in this way is a very important part of encouraging visitors to come and stay near or on the West Cumbrian Coast so this business also has a very good fit with our current Tourist Attraction and Tourist Information Centre status.

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Wildlife of the Solway Firth Noâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; 40 The Tompot Blenny

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There are some fish species we keep in The Lake District Coast Aquarium at Maryport that stand out because they are real characters and the Tompot Blenny is one of them. One of the main features that differentiates this fish from the Common Blenny found in rock pools is a pair of tentacles (called lappets) on top of their head and this look compounds their quirky inquisitive nature. They are found in rocky areas below the tide mark down to about 25 metres on Western coasts of Britain, growing over ten years or more to a size that can approach 30 cm. Brown and deep orange mottled stripes help them to blend in with their surroundings which is often Kelp forest.

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By Mark Vollers

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THE BRIDE GUIDE… The simple secrets of success…

Congratulations! You’ve found your Prince Charming, you’ve got the ring and now you have the exciting, although slightly daunting, task of planning the wedding of your dreams. With all the girlish excitement you would expect from the most enthusiastic of bridesmaids we set to work on The Bride Guide. While it’s easy to get swept up in the WOW factor of the wedding, and to see it more as a party, don’t forget that it is ultimately a celebration of your love and commitment to each other.

Make the decisions together, chose things that really represent the two of you as a couple and above all enjoy the ride. In an attempt to help take away some of the stress of planning a wedding we’ve put together The Bride Guide so you can enjoy the magic of planning your big day. The advice that all experts agree on is to carry out in-depth research and book everything in plenty of time. (12-18 months seems to be standard) So what are you waiting for? Have a flick through and begin planning your Day to Remember!

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Not just a Make -up ar tist

Not Just a

Make-up artist Always the make-up artist never the bridesmaid? Not Bridget Foster, here she tells us what it was like to combine two major roles for her sister’s wedding. After I’ve done bridal make up I usually get home around mid-afternoon, clean my brushes and switch off for the weekend but there was one wedding this winter where I was both make-up artist and bridesmaid.

My sister Victoria got married in a winter ski themed wedding at Armathwaite Hall last year and I knew exactly the look she wanted. Naturally Victoria chose everything from the dresses to the flowers and decorations but hair, make-up and beauty prep were down to me. She was less than helpful when I asked her what she wanted, she just said: “I don’t know just what you think.” Victoria always makes the best of herself and always looks good and professional in her work but she wouldn’t have known where to start or who to trust when it comes to booking her treatments. The first thing I did was book her in to get her eyebrows shaped - this does not mean a scouse brow. The brows frame the face and lift the eyes so it’s very important to get them done prior to the bridal make up trial. This way you will have

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a beautiful waxed, threaded eyebrow that you can enhance or left alone depending on the look you want to create. I made sure that we booked another eyebrow appointment for two days before the wedding. While I often do hair and make-up for my brides I wanted to enjoy the wedding as a bridesmaid and not just as a make-up artist. With the wedding at 12.30 and myself to get ready as well I knew I needed to get someone else in to do the hair. I knew the look Victoria would suit, like me she loves her hair down and keeps it long. Her dress had a sheer beaded back that needed to be seen so we chose a glamorous wave swept over one shoulder. We went for a trial together and knew we had made the right choice. It was strange for me being a client rather than the stylist, but the stylist’s confidence and creativity shone through and I trusted her straight away. It was nice to just let her get on with it. My next task was to find a clip to go in Victoria’s hair. Most of the accessories were slides rather than clips which are more secure. I was lucky to find Becky who has her own business making hair accessories. I sent her pictures of the dress and she made the perfect slide to add into Victoria’s hair.

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Victoria wasn’t even bothered about having a trial, some brides aren’t. I knew exactly what would suit Victoria but we had a trial regardless just to make sure she was happy. Brows were groomed with MUA blonde eyebrow pencil £1. Eyes were contoured with MAC paint in Groundwork, £15, followed by a Mac Powder shadow from my palette; all natural colours. Brown tones add a hint of warmth. Shu Uemura eyelashes in Farvillina £23, cut and fitted to her eye with Maybelline painting liner in black £7.99.

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Photographs Courtesy of Jason Chambers Channel Illusion D’Ombre in 81 Fantasme sparkling subtly over the lid which complimented her dress. For the foundation I toyed between Lancôme Idole ultra 24 hour foundation, £27, or a Mac Face and Body; a classic make-up artist favourite. Victoria can wear the Lancôme foundation everyday as it lasts and has a lovely coverage and finish but the Mac can build into a nice coverage over a bit of time and layering; it can give a stunning finish on the skin that’s perfect for photographs. This was lightly set with my favourite Laura Mercier mineral powder £32. As the weather was so cold I had to take special care to conceal nostrils and areas that flush in the cold temperature. It was a very crisp but chilly day. I naturally contoured Victoria’s face with Mac Bronzer and Mac Fleur blusher £15.50

I bought Victoria my all time favourite classic lipstick that completes the look without being overpowering or dulling; Chantecaille lip chic in Camellia. Bridesmaids had the same eyes. Cheeks were flushed with Nars Luster £21 blusher and a classic Mac Russian Red lip, £15.50, to compliment the red in the bridesmaids’ dresses. It’s a great red as it’s not too bright and over powering or too dark and gothic. The morning ran smoothly and it was great to be able to relax and get my hair done. However I needed to plan extra time for this as nobody could get there make up done while I was getting my hair done. Jason Chambers, our photographer, needed the room clear to take some photographs of Victoria beforehand. Time was getting tight but we did it and Jason captured the winter ski theme beautifully. I enjoyed every minute of the day and we rarely had to top up our red lipstick.

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Keep of your wedding cost

Keep control of your

Wedding costs Surrounded by bridal magazines, mood boards, magazine cuttings and samples it’s easy to get carried away with the excitement of planning a wedding.

what a service should cost. This doesn’t mean you have to compromise on what you want but you’re less likely to get ripped off if you know what you’re looking at.

Just typing the word “wedding” into Google spits out over 500million results but how much of it do you actually need?

Ask the question; if your favourite florist or preferred mode of transport proves to be out of your price range ask what they can do to make it fit the budget? When you’re looking at florists consider the time of year of the wedding and what flowers are in season, choosing flowers which are out of season will push the cost up.

Save the date cards, favours, sweet stalls, canapés are all nice touches but how much of it do you actually need and how much of it is in aide of keeping up with the Jones? According to a recent survey the cost of the average wedding (87 guests) is an eye watering £20,000 – makes you wonder how the grooms on Don’t Tell the Bride manage it for £12,000 – but how do you have the day of your dreams and not over spend? First things first, set a realistic budget you both agree on and stick to it – there’s no point in starting your life together in debt. Gone are the days of parents paying for the wedding, nowadays only 11% of weddings are paid for solely by the parents. Shop around; vendors can spot a wide-eyed, excited, newly engaged couple a mile off so make sure you get a few quotes for everything you’re looking at to get an idea of

Think about what you actually need; do you really need wedding favours for the table? If you’re on a tight budget it’s the kind of thing that can go to the bottom of the priority list. Try and be logical - a levelled headed Maid of Honour should be able to help you out here. A wedding planner, believe it or not, is also a way of helping you stay within your budget. Mainly because they have connection with all types of people and can typically pass on excellent discounts that won’t affect the quality of the service, just the price. On top of everything remember that planning a wedding is supposed to be fun, a way of showing the world how much you love each other. So don’t sweat the small stuff, be prepared to compromise and do it together.

Nine steps to help you

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Nine steps to help you find the perfect dress If we’re all really honest, the one thing we all want to know about a wedding is what the bride wore, what she looked like.

REMEMBER! Your dress will almost definitely need some alterations which can zap your budget if you’re not careful.

Finding your dream dress can be a nightmare; how are you supposed to find The One amongst all those rails of satin, lace and tulle, ivory, gold, cream and white? It’s like finding Mr Right all over again!

4. Open mind – Even if you have a few ideas about what you might like, try on a few styles. You might find The One, like your future husband, is nothing like you imagined.

Help is here in the form of the Bride Guide, we’ve been talking to the experts to collate some top tips to help take the stress out of finding your perfect dress. 1. Start early - You should start looking for your dress 12 - 18 months before the big day. All dresses, unless bespoke, will need to be sent away for alternations whether it’s to the bust or the hemline. 2. Research - Research is crucial. Once you’re faced with rails of white and ivory, tulle and satin choosing a dress can become a little overwhelming. Before even stepping foot in a bridal shop, browse the internet and flick through some bridal magazines to get some ideas about the styles you like. Make a list of your favourite designers and find out which stores stock them.Whether it’s on a wedding website or Instagram the internet is full of bridal ideas but you need to be aware of your body shape and bear in mind what you like the look of on screen might not be right for your shape. 3. Budget – We hate to be the voice of reason and spoil all the fun but your budget is the most important thing to bear in mind when you’re looking for your dress.You need to be realistic about what you can afford otherwise you’ll be disappointed.

5. Ask for advice – The assistants are there to assist! Despite your research the staff in bridal shops are much more knowledgeable than you. They’ve fitted hundreds of brides out with dresses and know what is more likely to suit your shape so don’t be afraid to ask for their opinion. Listen to their advice but remember that, ultimately, it’s your dress and you’re the one that has to wear it. 6. Don’t take a massive entourage – If you take your mum, your gran, your sister, and your six bridesmaids there are going to be a lot of opinions. You only need three people, so take your nearest and dearest whose judgement you trust. 7. Hair – If you are planning on having an up do on your wedding day then wear your hair up to try the dresses on; this doesn’t mean booking a hair appointment just scrape it into a bun so you can get a better idea about how you might look on the day. 8. Shoes – Heels completely change the shape of your legs and bum as well as the length of the dress. If you plan on wearing heels on the day then take some with you, you will get a better idea of how the dress will sit. 9. Have the venue sorted first – Although picking the dress is high on the priority list it’s best to have your venue booked before you buy your dress. That way you’ll have a clearer idea of the theme and the kind of day you’ll have.

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Loose the lace and make a Statement

Statement Lose the lace and make a

Now you know everything you need to know about finding your dress the fun can start. Rachel McGlennon of Songbird, Keswick and Blush Whitehaven tells us what we can expect to see walking up the aisle this year.

Over the last five years the vintage theme that has dominated the wedding market with lace taking the lead in the dress stakes and it’s a trend that’s set to continue next year, Rachael said: “There will still be lots of lace in 2016, something which has been creeping in though, is back detail. I think we will see a lot of backless and embroidered backed dresses in coming months.” Illusion backs are a main trend for back detail; they consist of a see-through panel embellished, extravagantly or sparsely with beading or lace. Illusion backs are a great way to make a statement and draw attention to the back of the dress. It’s a simple and effective way to give a dress an elegant edge. It’s not all lace and elaborate back detail though, simpler styles are making a comeback with satin and silk becoming increasingly popular. Floral prints are also starting to appear on the bridal catwalk and are equally striking on a long, floaty fabric or satin. The changes don’t stop there gone are subtle shades and pastel pinks for bridesmaids. Colour schemes in general are being brightened up with bold colours; purples, in particular, will be really popular. With bold colours, satin and statement backs in for 2016 it sounds like it won’t be long before lace has taken a back seat and glamour is leading the way.

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It’s just what you need for your wedding or prom

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It’s just what you need for your wedding … or prom There’s the dress, the hair and makeup, the entertainment, and the venue; all important decisions to make when planning your big day, but luckily Cumbria’s largest wedding and prom fair is here to help! Enchanted, organised by The Wedding Warehouse, who specialise in wedding and prom dresses, will be held at The Sands Centre, Carlisle, on Sunday January 31. The fair will be split into two sessions, the Bridal Fair being held from 12:30pm – 4pm, with the Prom Fair running from 6pm-7:30pm. Ailsa Brewster - Taylor, from The Wedding Warehouse, said: “We wanted to bring something new to Cumbria, something different and as last year was such a success we decided to hold it again, the unique thing about Enchanted is we combine both a prom and wedding fair which is something we haven’t known in Cumbria yet.” Confirmed exhibitors include Cumbrian Classic Wedding cars, Hallmark Hotel and Jopsons Jewellers. There will also be a catwalk on where models will showcase a range of dresses.

There is a new addition to this years Prom event, Mikey Bromley of popular X Factor band Only The Young will be performing during the show. Enchanted has FREE entry and you’ll be greeted with a glass of bubbly and looked after by a range of specialists and experts on everything from hair and beauty to your dress, your venue and even your entertainment. With all this on offer you’ll, hopefully, find everything you need for your big day… whether it’s your wedding or your prom. You can register for your free tickets today. They can be picked up from The Wedding Warehouse, or alternatively you can just turn up on the day. Register for your free tickets via the website, or by email to: info@enchantedcumbria.co.uk There are spaces available for businesses interested in exhibiting at Enchanted, Ailsa said: “We want to see the quirky, unique and unusual talents, things you maybe wouldn’t expect, we are willing to speak to anyone so please get in touch!” Contact The Wedding Warehouse either via email or phone for more information.

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Behind the veil

Behind the Veil Trae Corbett, Head Stylist at Browns Lockerbie and Dumfries lifts the veil on a traditional bridal accessory. Ever since Kate Middleton swept into Westminster back in 2011 with her beautifully understated cathedral style veil they’ve been making a serious comeback. It’s not just about the traditional floor length veil though, they’ve even made appearances on the red carpet with actresses such as Jennifer Lawrence bringing the birdcage look right up to date; stunning with a dishevelled up look and statement lip. There’s something undeniably bridal about wearing a veil but it needs just as much thought as the dress. The veil should complement the dress, if you’re making a statement with the dress the veil should be understated likewise if you’re dress is more modest you’re veil can add a new dimension to the overall look. You need to consider how you’re going to wear your hair, just because it’s going to be under a veil doesn’t mean it needs any less consideration, in actual fact it probably needs more. Consider the cut of the dress, weather conditions (will your hairstyle last?), hair accessories i.e. slides or Alice bands and most importantly your personal style, too many people morph into someone unrecognisable on their wedding day; the groom does not want to marry someone he doesn’t recognise.

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Traditional blusher veils can be worn over an array of hairstyles; it’s all about the placement. You’ll find a comb is generally used to secure this and a few pins can be added for extra security if you decide to wear it to cover the face.

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I recommend you have a trial run with this one, take your veil and your head bridesmaid with you. Let your stylist show her where and how it should be placed and if needed how to remove it. In regards to more vintage/ bohemian styles such as the Juliet cap, free flowing locks are a much more fitting look for this head hugging silhouette. A low swept do will also work well here, try adding your own floral embellishment to create a really bespoke look.. The Halo or drop veil is right on trend, with the help of a hidden comb they have the illusion that

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they’re floating above the hairstyle, this is a simple understated piece but can be adorned for extra effect with a half or full head vine. Whether you choose to wear your hair up or down it’s a case of the looser the better with this style. If you decide to wear up remember to keep it low. The cathedral veil, this is the real show stopper, if you want the veil to match the train of your dress this is for you, it can be adjusted to any length and is at its very best in tulle. I personally prefer this with a delicate up look. This kind of veil needs to be positioned under the crown and can go as low as the occipital bone giving your hair ultimate exposure without losing the veil effect. If in doubt ask your stylist, it’s what they’re there for and remember to keep it real; it’s all about you being the best version of yourself.

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Hats off to the Mother of the bride

The Mother of the bride is one of the most important people at the wedding, besides the bride and groom, of course. Her outfit should be elegant and complement the colour of the bridal party. With years of experience dressing bride’s mothers Susan Dowes of Genevieve, Warwick Road, Carlisle knows what you should be looking for. Specialising in mother of the bride outfits Susan is a dream come true for any mother of the bride worrying about her outfit, she said: “The very first thing you need to think about is the colour scheme. This will determine what colours you should be looking for. I always advise customers to go for a subtle and soft colour that matches the bridal party. Pastels are becoming very popular at the minute, we are seeing a lot of silver and pastel pinks. A particularly nice one at the moment is the duck egg blue.” “I would advise taking the bride with you when you’re looking for your outfit; she knows the colour scheme she wants and she is likely to be the most honest.” It’s important to choose an outfit you feel confident in, Susan explained: “You have to find something you are comfortable in. If you’re not 100% happy it will affect your confidence and the way you hold yourself on the day. You want to shine so make sure you are content with your choice.” But this doesn’t mean you can’t try something new, Susan said: “Don’t be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. Experiment and be daring because you never know, you might try something on that you are unsure about on the hanger and completely fall in love with it once you’ve tried it on.

Hats off to the Mother of the bride

Try on a wide range of outfits before making a final decision. “The typical straight fitted chiffon dress, with a little jacket is still very popular at the minute. It’s a classy look and you can wear the outfit again.” Another trend which seems to be emerging is the 50s style skirt, Susan said: “We have seen a lot of the fuller skirts, a bit like Marylin Monroe’s style with a beautiful scooped collar.” If you really want to stand apart from the crowd, you should buy your outfit from an independent business, Susan said: “I always recommend buying from independent shops, it is the only way you can really ensure that you are wearing something unique and nobody else will show up in the same thing. It would

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be a bit awkward if the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom turned up in the same outfit.” Finding the perfect outfit can be a lengthy process but it shouldn’t to be rushed, Susan said: “One of the most important things to do is take your time. There is no rush, enjoy yourself whilst trying on the different outfits and have a laugh. Just don’t panic, you will find something you like, you just need to be willing to try a variety of different styles.” Instead of looking at it as a daunting task, try and enjoy yourself and use it as an opportunity to spend some quality time with the bride before she walks up the aisle.

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Brides guide to booze

Follow these tips and yo bed with your new husb u’ll go to drunk of love not liquor.and feeling Breakfast

Brides Guide

to Booze Weddings, inevitably, mean a good ole’ knees up. It’s the one special occasion where it’s acceptable to drink from morning ’til night starting with Champaign over breakfast followed by hipflask whiskey and eventually, shots of Sambuca at the end of the night.

This is all good and well if you’re a guest, quietly whiling away the hours on table nine, helping yourself to the free wine and really, what’s the worst that can happen; ill-advised clinch with an equally inebriated usher? Falling asleep with your fascinator and missing the coach home? Toppling over on the dance floor? These things can be fixed with a couple of pints of water and some paracetamol but when you’re the bride you’re the centre of attention; all eyes are on you and everyone will want to talk to you. Most brides spend the run up to their wedding getting in shape, hitting the gym, eating healthily and cutting down on alcohol in order to look and feel their best on the big day but it’s likely to affect their alcohol tolerance.

It’s fiercely important to line your stomach before the big day, even if your stomach is full of butterflies and you’re too ner vous to eat. It will be a good few hours before you have a chance to eat anything so a good bre akfast will help absorb the smallest amount of alcohol.

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While you’re enjoying tho se ear ly glasses of bubbly with your bridesmaids and your par ents try diluting your cha mpagne with orange juice, it will stop you getting too giddy too quic kly and the natural sugars in the juice will help with the ner ves.

Water works

It’s the oldest piece of adv ice in the world when it comes to drinking; follow every glas s of alcohol with a glass of water to keep yourself hydrated. Be careful how much fluid you consume over the course of the day some dresses require con siderable manoeuvring to fit into a cubicle so have your brid esmaids on call.

Minimise the refills

It’s only natural that your guests want to celebrate with you and buy you a drink to say con gratulations it’s a cheap and sure fire way to get utterly sloshed . When you’re talking to you r guests make sure you carry a full glass round with you tha t way you can politely decline the offer of too many drinks.

Mixology

It’s easy to get swept up in the par ty atmosphere of the reception but if you wan t your memories of the big day to last then avoid mixing. Stick to long drinks to minimise the amount you knock back. It’s best to drink clear liquids and white wine to avoid worrying too much about spillages. Follows these simple step s and you’ll wake up with memories of the best day of your life.

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