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HOBBIES

The Buzz of Helping Our Natural Environment

by Jacob Thorson The buzzing of a honeybee is a familiar, timeless sound that we immediately associate with summer, and it’s fascinating to watch bees at work, gathering nectar that will eventually be turned into honey. As they as they bob in and out of the flowers in our fields and gardens, they pollinate 80% of the plant species in Europe, including most fruits and vegetables.

The sound of the honeybee may be timeless, but sadly 20 bee species are already extinct and time may be running out for some of the remaining 267 species in the UK. This is because changes in farming practices over the years have led to the disappearance of many wild flowers from their natural habitat.

In the summer a group of charities came together to launch the Great British Bee Count. As part of this initiative the charities produced a mobile phone app and asked

For the hive it is all about location, location, locations!

the public to record bee sightings. Participants were asked to identify the species of bee and record its habitat so the information could be analysed by the National Biodiversity Network.

It’s worrying in the extreme to think that these remarkable insects may one day disappear altogether from the landscape, and that perhaps explains why beekeeping has recently enjoyed something of a revival.

While the UK has its share of commercial bee farms, most beekeepers are dedicated amateurs who maintain their hobby out of concern for the environment and a deep fascination with the life of the hive. There are three main types of bee – bumblebees, honey bees and solitary bees, but it is the honey bee that beekeepers commonly look after in an ‘apiary’ (the name for a place where bees are kept). There are several different strains of honey bee, some of which are more docile – and therefore easier to manage – than others.

If you are thinking of starting up as a beekeeper the first consideration should be the location of the hive. Do you have a garden or piece of land nearby where you can easily feed and maintain your bees? Can you place it in a location away

from wind and in full or partial sun? Is the presence of the hive likely to disturb your neighbours?

Even if the bees pose no direct harm to others, you should bear in mind that their presence may still cause anxiety to people living nearby.

Beekeeping is a form of livestock management and looking after an apiary can at times be demanding and heavy work. It’s advisable to consider taking a recognised course such as those offered by the British Beekeepers’ Association (http://www.bbka.org. uk). The Association has branches all over the country, offering introductory sessions designed to tell you everything you need to know about setting up an apiary. In many areas where the course is run you will be given the opportunity to have direct contact with bees, so you can decide whether beekeeping is really for you before you invest in the bees and equipment you need.

A hive is a miracle of organisation, where bees take on different roles to support their community. Worker bees forage for food, build the honey comb, feed the larvae, keep the nest clean and defend it from predators, while queen bees mate with drones, producing up to 1,000 eggs per day to form new colonies. The drone’s role is to

9 mate with queens from different hives but unfortunately the drone dies after mating.

It’s important to feel confident about handling bees before you proceed to set up an apiary, as the initial costs can be quite high. Essential purchases are a hive (there are various types and designs of hive, including the ‘Heritage’ model for people who want to integrate their hives into a traditional garden layout) together with various components and accessories, including a veiled Bee Suit with special hygienic gloves - to protect both you and the bees - a hive tool to help you move the frames and a ‘smoker’ to calm the bees when they become disturbed. You’ll need to start out with a five or six frame nucleus (referred to as a ‘nuc’ by beekeepers) and gradually expand your colony as you become more experienced.

You should always purchase bees from a reputable bee breeder: it’s better to buy queens that have been bred within the UK as imported queens may carry diseases. Ask around for recommendations but if you can’t contact a local beekeeper then you can look up sellers in specialist magazines such as Beecraft (a 12 month subscription costs £16 for online or £27 delivered). If you join your local beekeeping association you may be able to buy your bees locally

from a fellow keeper.

What you choose to do with the honey from your hive is, of course, up to you. One hive can produce up to 60lb (27kg) in a good season, however an average hive will offer a surplus of around 25lb (11kg). There are other products – such as beeswax and royal jelly – that can also be sold, which goes to show that beekeeping is not only a great hobby: it can be a great business, too!

SWEET ON HONEY 27 Sep (1:30 to 5pm) & 28 Sept (10:30am to 4pm) Sir Harold Hillier Gardens, Romsey The best that Hampshire Beekeeping Association has to offer at their annual honey show. With interactive displays, it will be bigger than ever. Exhibition opens on Saturday following judging. Why not buy a jar of local honey. Free with normal admission.

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Discover What’s On WINCHESTER COMEDY FESTIVAL 2-5 October Theatre Royal, Winchester Featuring Dave Gorman, Katherine Ryan, Austentatious, Brian Gittins, Richard Herring and more. Also a Comedy Club 4 Kids. www. winchestercomedyfestival.co.uk PLANT SALE 4 Oct, 10am Droxford Hall SO32 3RB Presented by the Meon Valley Garden Club. info@meon-valleygarden-club.co.uk WICKHAM BEER FESTIVAL 4 Oct The Wickham Centre Families welcome in the afternoon.

Over 18’s only in the evening.

Prices £4/£8/£10 includes glass and programme. Beer tokens £1.25 per ½ pint. Tickets from www.wickhamcentre. org.uk. (B) QUIZ NIGHT 4 Oct, 7pm HEDCA, Coombe Road, Gosport In aid of the Gosport Cats Protection. Fun and friendly evening with prize for winning team. £5 per person. www.gosport. cats.org.uk

FESTIVAL OF BEING 4 Oct, 10am to 4pm The Jubilee Hall, Bishops Waltham A celebration of life and spirituality - Tarot Readers, Herbalist, Crystals, Chakra Creams, Reiki Healers. Live music. £1. 07530285458

SPACE LECTURES 8 Oct, 12 Nov, 10 Dec Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium SO21 1HZ Talks for adults, followed by short planetarium shows. £8/£6 (4:30pm) £10/£8 (6:30pm) www.winchestersciencecentre.org 01962 863791 (B)

LITTLE PICKLES MARKET 4 Oct, 2-3:30pm YMCA Fairthorne Manor, Botley SO30 2GH Tables to hire to sell baby/children’s items – prams, clothes, toys, books and more. Entry £1, Children free. Tables £8. jess@littlepicklesmarkets.co.uk

RAMBLERS WALK – WICKHAM CIRCULAR 8 Oct, 10am Start at Wickham Centre PO17 5JZ 7.6 miles with picnic or pub lunch at Miners Arms, Funtley. Grid Ref: SU575118.

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SOLENT BOAT JUMBLE 5 Oct, from 10am Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley SO31 5GA Huge jumble with loads of stalls selling all manner of boating, fishing and watersports equipment. Adults £4.00.

Children free. Parking Free. www.boat-jumbles.co.uk HARVEST THANKSGIVING 5 Oct St Mary’s Church, Warsash Services at 8am (Holy Communion), Family Harvest Thanksgiving at 10am. Celtic Communion at 6:30pm with harvest hymns. Any Harvest gifts should be non-perishable foodstuffs suitable for passing on to the Fareham Basic Bank for local people going through hard times. 01489 570846 PLANTING & GROWING SPRING BULBS 8 Oct, 7:30pm Meon Village Hall SO32 A talk with Tim Woodland from Bulbs Direct. Presented by the Meon Valley Garden Club with bulbs for sale. info@meon-valleygarden-club.co.uk

FAREFIELD GROUP WI AUTUMN MEETING 9 Oct Fareham United Reformed Church Guest speaker, Trisha Lewis.

Refreshments. £1.50. 01329 512549 WORLD SPACE WEEKEND 11-12 Oct, 10am to 5pm Winchester Science Centre Meet space engineers, astronomers, Star Wars characters, satellite broadcasters and space enthusiasts. Special exhibitions and activities in the main venue are free after paying normal admission charges. Planetarium shows are charged at normal rates. £6.50 Adults, £9.00 Concession, £7.50 Family ticket.

01962 863791 PUMPKIN FESTIVAL 11 Oct, 12Noon to 5:30pm Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley The Jubilee Sailing Trust Autumn Pumpkin Festival and Scarecrow Avenue. Decorated Pumpkin competition, children’s games, craft stalls, local food & drink, musical entertainment the family.

Adults £4, Children £1 includes parking. 02380 455157

11 SOLDIERS’ JOURNEY AT EASTLEIGH MUSEUM 11 Oct to 11 Jan 2015, 10am 25 High Street SO50 5LF Soldiers’ Journey is a unique exhibition that portrays Hampshire’s critical role throughout the First World War. This exhibition van also be viewed at SeaCity Museum, Tudor House, Winchester Discovery Centre, Westbury Manor Museum (Fareham). Each venue focusses on its own unique WW1 history. 0845 603 5635 CHILL OUT SUNDAY 12 Oct, 12Noon to 4pm Royal Victoria Country Park, Netley Chill out and listen to local community choirs. Entry into the Chapel Sessions Marquee is free.

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02380 455157 MIND BODY & SPIRIT FAYRE 18 Oct, 10am to 5pm Victory Hall, Warsash SO31 9HW Holistic therapies, foot, tarot and angel card readings, healing, handmade soaps, jewellery, handbags, clothes, plus celebrity animal psychic, Jackie Weaver.

Refreshments. £2.

07709 264356 HAMPEX 2014 18 Oct, 10am to 4pm Wickham Centre Stamp and Postal History Fair with more than 25 dealers and Competition displays.

Entrance by Programme £1 at the door (includes prize raffle ticket).

Light refreshments. available.

Event closes at 4pm. www.hpf. hampshire.org.uk/hpfhpx.htm ALL ENGLAND HORSE PLOUGHING MATCH 19 Oct, 10am to 4:30pm Bushey Down Farm, Droxford A great family day out. Heavy Horses Ploughing. Dog Show – entry £1.50 per class. Refreshments.

Adults £7, OAPs £5, Members & children free. info@southerncountiesheavyhorseassociation.co.uk

SEAFARERS SERVICE 19 Oct, 11am to 12:30pm Portsmouth Cathedral, Nelson Monument PO1 2HA Annual City Seafarers Service of Remembrance for those who work on the sea or who have lost their lives at sea and to commemorate the life of Nelson. Free Admission.

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SAVE THE CHILDREN GIFT FAIR 24 Oct, 10am to 4pm Festival Hall, Petersfield GU31 4EA Stalls selling cakes, liqueurs, dressings and chutneys; handmade jewellery; fashions and gifts, garden products, silk flowers. £4.00 includes a coffee or tea. www.petersfield-savethechildren. co.uk

WINTER WEDDING FAYRE 19 Oct, 10:30am to 3:30pm Royal Marines Museum, Southsea Up to 50 top class wedding suppliers on display. This ‘one stop’ wedding extravaganza offers beautiful dresses, amazing photography, incredible flowers.

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HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 25 Oct to 2 Nov Marwell Zoo SO21 1JH Get ready to be spooked...Enjoy a trip on the ghoulish ghost train, design a pumpkin for carving and watch the animals explore and eat their pumpkin treats. www.marwell.org.uk

PETERSFIELD GIFT FAIR 2014 24 Oct, 10am to 4pm Festival Hall, Heath Road Petersfield Save the Children Gift Fair 2014 In aid of Save the Children, a wide range of stalls including food items, jewellery, silk flowers and fashions. £4 entry. www. petersfield-savethechildren.co.uk WATERCRESS LINE AUTUMN STEAM GALA 24-26 Oct The Railway Station, Alresford A dazzling display of steam powered magic on a Great Western Railway theme. Over 3 days there will be an opportunity to ride behind as many of the engines as possible. Adult £25, 2-16 year olds £13, Under 2’s Free. Free parking at Ropley in the field.

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BOOKFEST 2014 25 Oct to 9 Nov Various locations across Portsmouth PO1 2AB Now in its fifth year, Bookfest will present a wide range of accessible book events at a variety of exciting locations around the city. www.portsmouthbookfest. co.uk MAKING KEEPSAKES 25 Oct, 10a to 4pm The d.@rt Centre, Wildern School, Hedge End SO30 4EJ Transfer photographs of family or friends onto fabric to create an original and highly personal textile piece. Learn image transfer, stamp printing, layering, embellishing, patching and applique using a babylock embellisher. £35 per person. 01489 77971

12 TITCHFIELD CARNIVAL 26 Oct Titchfield Village PO14 4DH One of the country’s oldest running carnivals, activities are running all weekend ending with 2 processions; 1 at 3pm and one under illumination at 6.45pm.

Arranged by the Titchfield Bonfire Boys Society. 07507283350 WOODLAND HALLOWEEN ACTIVITY DAY 28 Oct, Anytime from 9:30am to 3:30pm Itchen Valley Country Park, West End SO30 3HQ A day in the woods for 6-11 year olds - den building, campfires and spooky activities. £20.00 per child. 02380 688444 (B)

Headteacher Ria Allen with students

Record Breaking Results at Brookfield Many congratulations to the Year 11 students of Brookfield Community school in Locks Heath who this week celebrated their record-breaking GCSE results.

75% of students achieved 5+ A*- C grades including English and Maths, the best performance locally for a maintained Hampshire School. Students’ performance in the Maths GCSE was particularly notable with 90% 0f the students achieving an A*-C grade and a third of these (almost 120 students) achieving an A* or A grade. Within these fantastic results were numerous outstanding performances by individual students several of whom achieved 12 and 13 A*/A grades.

Open Evenings Wednesday 8th & Thursday 9th October 2014 5.30pm - 8.30pm

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Headteacher, Ria Allan, commented, ‘in a year that has seen so much educational change it has never been more important to keep our focus on the needs of our students. Their high aspirations and determination to do their very best together with the absolute commitment and dedication of our staff and the support and encouragement of parents have all contributed to these outstanding results. We have a lot to be very proud of.

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SHORT STORY

The Dare

by Jackie Brewster

“I dare you to eat one”. Cole said, holding out a shiny conker.

The twins had been collecting conkers as they scrambled through the darkening woods on their way home from swimming.

Morgan liked conkers, but he also liked the spiky green casings that he prized them out of; his pockets were full of them.

It was such a good dare that Morgan wished he’d thought of it. He was certain conkers were poisonous. And it wasn’t even Cole’s turn to set a dare.

Just yesterday Cole had dared him to stroke Mrs Burgey’s mangy dog. Afterwards Cole had broken the first rule of Dare Club – that no one talks about Dare Club - and told their mother. She’d made Morgan take a shower, and it wasn’t even Sunday. Morgan had been biding his time, waiting to get his revenge. Cole couldn’t be allowed to get away with it, after all Morgan was the eldest by ten whole minutes.

“Do you understand exactly what you’re asking?”. He said mysteriously, taking the conker from Cole.

“Yeah”. Cole answered, unimpressed.

“You know that conkers contain powerful magic don’t you?”.

Morgan smiled thinly.

Cole pulled a face. “Say’s who?”.

“I saw it on You Tube”. Morgan lied, “This guy ate a conker on a full moon, and he turned into a zombie”.

Cole snorted, but could not argue with the authority of You Tube.

“His eyes turned green and everything”. Morgan watched Cole closely. There were two things that his brother was scared of – zombies and mushrooms.

“Tonight’s a full moon”. He glanced at the sky, “Just so you know what you’re asking”.

“Rubbish”. Cole kicked the leaves, “That’s just werewolves”.

“It’s werewolves too”. Morgan raised the conker to his lips.

“Still dare me to eat it?”.

Both boys stared hard at each other. Morgan shrugged, “It’s been nice knowing you”.

He popped the conker into his mouth. Cole frowned.

“You’ve got to swallow it”.

Morgan indicted a need to sit down. The business of digesting conkers was arduous and shouldn’t be tackled while standing. Cole went to perch on a log, “Not there!”. Morgan spluttered, “It’s covered in toadstools”.

Cole’s rapid inspection of the log gave Morgan just enough to time spit the conker into the leaves, and find what he needed from his pocket.

“Now we’re sitting comfortably”.

Morgan mumbled with gravity, “I will swallow”.

The violent gagging sounds he made as he pretended to swallow impressed even him.

“What now?”.

Asked Cole, wideeyed.

“Now we wait”.

Morgan folded his arms and leaned back against the tree. The shadows grew longer and a flock of crows came home to roost.

“This is boring”. Cole said, glancing at his watch.

The chill evening air had just descended to the forest floor when Morgan chose his moment.

He began to cough and shake.

He clutched his stomach and moaned. He spat foamy dribble down his coat for dramatic effect.

“The magic is beginning to take hold”. He cried, “Run Cole, run, while you still have the chance”.

Cole laughed nervously, “Stop mucking around”.

“The pain, the pain!”. Morgan cried, burying his face in his hands. Writhing in agony, he uttered an unearthly moan. Then he took his hands away to reveal himself transformed. His huge zombie eyes were green and covered in gruesome spikes.

Cole turned the colour of concrete, shrieked (like a girl thought Morgan) and ran off, leaving his swimming kit behind.

Morgan laughed and took the conker casings out of his eyes. He knew he would get into trouble for this, but just for the moment it was worth it.

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TECHNOLOGY

Pick A Side Apple or Android?

Is Apple where it’s at, or are Android gadgets better buys?

Apple is due to launch the latest, greatest iPhone this September along with iOS 8, the latest version of its smartphone and tablet software. The phone will have a bigger screen and a better camera, but one thing won’t change: like all Apple gadgets, it won’t be cheap.

Apple isn’t the only game in town, though.

Google’s Android system has been updated too, and Android phones and tablets from the likes of Samsung, HTC, LG and Sony are often just as pretty and just as powerful as anything Apple makes - and in many cases they’re a good bit cheaper too.

Android isn’t quite as simple or as elegant as Apple’s iOS, but there’s not much in it - and where Apple only makes a handful of devices, with Android there are dozens of phones and tablets to choose from.

Unless you’re a big Apple fan then, is Android the smarter choice? Unfortunately it’s a bit more complicated than that.

Apple and Google don’t just want to be your friend when you buy a phone or a tablet. They want to be part of your entire life.

They want to be the companies you from whom you buy your music, movies, TV programmes

and books, the companies who provide your in-car entertainment and navigation systems, the companies who handle all your messages, voice and video calls, the companies who connect all of the appliances in your home and who track your health and fitness.

you fancy Apple’s clever Apple TV system, you won’t get the best from it unless you also have an Apple phone or tablet; if you want to use an Android smart watch, it’ll work best with an Android phone; if you’re a fan of iTunes Match you can’t use it on Android, and so on.

By the end of this year both firms will have smart watches or wristbands that monitor your vital signs, set-top boxes that stream music and video to your TV, software that connects to cars from the likes of Volvo, Nissan, Audi and Mercedes, music and movie streaming services and home automation systems - and that’s just the stuff we know about.

Consider what your friends, family and colleagues use. Apple’s iMessage offers free SMS and MMS messages (and soon, voice messages too), but only to other iMessage users - and iMessage isn’t available on Android. FaceTime offers free video calling, but it can’t call Android users (although Google’s alternative, Hangouts, does work on Apple devices. As a rule of thumb Google services work on Apple kit but not vice-versa.

This means you need to consider the bigger picture. It’s not just about the particular phone or tablet you want to buy, but what techy types call the ecosystem: the various things that the phone or tablet connects to and gets content from. For example, if

Increasingly, then, choosing a phone or tablet is more like picking a football team to support or voting for a political party: the available choices all do essentially the same thing, but they do it in very different ways - and your choice might colour your life for many years to come.

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Planning for Building Work

by Katherine Sorrell

Thinking of getting the builders in? Forward planning is vital. Our expert has some handy advice.

Ready, Steady, Go? It may sound obvious, but do you know exactly what work needs doing to your home? Think structure first, then decoration.

Are the walls and roof safe and sound? Is the house warm enough in winter? How good is your boiler – have you got hot water whenever you need it? Do your windows stick; do your stairs creak, do your gutters drip or is your plaster crumbling away?

Aim to get all the boring but necessary repairs and renovations out of the way – you might want to look for tradespeople (from builders to carpenters, electricians to plumbers) in the pages of this magazine – before turning your attention to paint colours, floorings and soft furnishings.

Then sort out your budget, agree a programme of work and get ready to make a few cups of tea.

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Keep safety first and foremost if you’re doing any building work yourself. Never attempt any work that you are not competent to handle and, if it involves gas or electricity, call in a professional. If necessary, take the time to do a course, read a book or at least watch relevant internet videos. Use the right tool for the job, and ensure it’s in good working order before you start. Make sure you know how to use hire tools properly. Wear appropriate clothing, keep pets and children out of the way, tie long hair back and don’t smoke on the job. Heavy lifting to be done? Get help at the appropriate time. Be especially careful when using a ladder, don’t rush or cut corners, and store tools and equipment safely. Ventilate any areas where there are fumes or a great deal of dust and, last but by no means least, keep a first aid kit handy, just in case.

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Before you start any building work – and especially if it’s a major change such as an extension or conversion – find out whether or not you need to obtain planning permission from your local authority.

Go to planningportal.gov.uk/permission for lots of information. If you live in a listed building, green belt or a conservation area, you should be especially careful to get the necessary consents – it is a criminal offence to fail to apply for listed building consent when required, for example, so it is always worth checking with your local planning authority.

You may also be surprised to find that Building Regulations cover most aspects of work to your home, from the energy efficiency of new windows to electrical installations. It is important that you comply with them, because if you don’t you could be asked to alter or remove the work. You would also have problems when you come to sell your property. Confirm with your builder that he is taking responsibility for compliance – and get the necessary documentation to prove it once the work is finished. If you are doing the work yourself, talk to the building control department of your local authority.

GOING GREEN? Now is the time to decide on any environmentally friendly features that could save you money (and the planet) in the long run. Some eco measures, such as ground source heat pumps and wind turbines, are best suited for new builds or topto-toe renovations, but others – solar panels and rainwater recycling, for example – are more easily achievable. And don’t overlook the straightforward options, including fitting double or secondary glazing, installing water-saving showerheads and insulating your loft. Even tiny moves such as connecting an energy monitor or switching to energy-saving light bulbs can make a big difference. For more information, go to www. energysavingtrust.org.uk.

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THE SOUND OF MUSIC 23-27 Sep Fareham Musical Society’s production of this Rodgers and Hammerstein classic family favourite. Ferneham Hall, Fareham PANDORA’S BOX 2-4 Oct Award-winning tragicomedy about families, betrayal, choices and love. Suitable for all the family.

The Hub Theatre, Southampton SLEUTH 4-11 Oct Orchestrate the perfect crime, and take it one step further.

The plot is fast, full of suspense and excitement. Chesil Theatre, Winchester THE GRUFFALO 9-10 Oct The Gruffalo is the perfect family treat with plenty of songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups. Theatre Royal, Winchester HAIRSPRAY 15-18 Oct Be transported back to the 60’s with the ultimate feel-good show!

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RECIPE

Apple & Blackberry Crumble Cake Making the most of seasonal fruit, this moist cake is delicious as a warming pudding served with custard or you can leave it to cool and enjoy it with a mid morning cup of coffee.

Ingredients:

Now get started...

• 350g self-raising flour

1.

Preheat the oven to 190C, Fan 170C, Gas Mark 5. Place a baking sheet in the oven to heat up.

Grease a 20cm x 24cm cake tin and line the base and sides with baking paper.

2.

Sift the flour and mixed spice into a large bowl.

Add the butter and rub into the flour with your fingertips until the mixture resembles rough breadcrumbs. Remove 175g of the crumble mixture to a second bowl and set aside.

3.

Stir the caster sugar and beaten egg into the larger amount of crumble to make a soft and slightly sticky dough. Press into an even layer in the base of the cake tin using floured hands. Scatter over the diced apple and berries.

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You can vary the fruit filling, try pears with blueberries or thickly sliced plums and replace the hazelnuts with chopped blanched almonds.

Stir the Demerara sugar and chopped hazelnuts into the rest of the crumble mixture and spoon over the fruit, pressing down gently.

5.

Place the cake tin on the hot baking sheet in the oven and bake for 40-50 mins until the cake is risen and golden brown (cover the top of the cake loosely with foil after 30 mins if it starts to overbrown). Leave the cake to cool in the tin for about 20 mins then remove by gently lifting the parchment. Serve warm or cold.

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