UseLocally Magazine March 2022

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The team at UseLocally Magazine are so excited to be celebrating our 100th issue this month. We genuinely love what we do and are so proud to be a source of local information and publish interesting articles for our readers as well as offering local businesses a platform in which they can promote themselves.

Another reason to celebrate is that Spring is finally here and this month we mark St. David's Day, St. Patrick's Day, the 25th anniversary of World Book Day, International Women’s Day and at the end of the month British Summer Time begins.

We were intrigued to learn about “Made in UK Day” planned for 9th March 2022. Founded in 2011, this is a day when we are being encouraged to celebrate UK manufacturing by buying something made in the UK and sharing it using the hashtag #madeinukday. The organisers say that if everyone bought just one item made in the UK worth £20 it would be worth £1.3 billion in revenue!

You can find out more by visiting www.makeitbritish.co.uk, plus if you’re a UK business owner there are free resources to download.

That just leaves room for a reminder that the clocks go forward on 27th March.

Christa & Michella

Contents

Community News 4&6 Mamma’s House 8 Health & Wellbeing - Posture 10 UseLocally Meets.....

12 Horoscopes 14 Newark on Trent Photographs Competition 16 Crossword 18 Mart rtin t Lewis Column 20 New High hway Cod de Rulles 22 Book Reviews 24 What’s On 26 Competition 28 Recipe 30 Gardening – Alan Titchmarsh Column 34 Advertiser Directory 38 LIKE our Facebook page @UseLocally FOLLOW us in Instagram @UseLocallyMagazine

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Community News

Nottinghamshire County Show Returns!

The popular annual event returns to Newark Showground on Saturday 14 May but, this year, it will be a one-day event instead of two.

The show, which had to be cancelled for the last two years due to the pandemic, features a mix of prize-winning livestock, equine, traditional countryside fun and games, stands, local food producers and craft stalls.

Richard Sheldon, chairman of the show committee, said: “It’s wonderful to be able to look forward to the Nottinghamshire County Show after what has been a difficult and a long two

years and we can’t wait. It was a big decision for us to switch to one day, but we felt that it would enable us to focus all of our efforts into staging a fresh show with a host of new attractions.

“Travel restrictions during lockdown and TV farming programmes, especially the Clarkson effect, have raised interest in the countryside and our way of life and we hope that it will inspire people to come down and find out what farming and country living is all about.”

The 137th show will have more emphasis on animals and outdoor pursuits than in previous

years, including a family-friendly dog show, an interactive factfinding trail for children and the reinstatement of the Grand Parade of livestock in the main ring.

Elsewhere there will be a fur and feather tent, food festival, display of vintage tractors, maypole dancing, classic countryside games and a wild and wacky lawnmower race staged by the Nottinghamshire Young Farmers Club.

Advance tickets are now on sale, priced £10 for adults. Admission is free for children aged 16 and under.

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River at Heart of New Festival Sleaford will be brought to life through a celebration of culture and creativity on Saturday 19 March.

Expect imaginative artworks, performances, street theatre, music, competitions, trails, dance, puppet shows, food stalls, light projections and more.

The River Slea is at the heart of the festival and a creative trail around the town will take visitors to four zones where artists, businesses, retailers, schools and community groups have worked together to create inspiring projects, artworks and activities for everyone to enjoy.

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Welcome Back

FOLK FESTIVAL

A one-day folk festival has been announced, with national and local acts playing at venues across Grantham.

The Welcome Back Folk Festival is set to take place on Saturday 19 March with the opening act, Malt Whiskers, taking to the stage in Grantham Market Place at 11am. Music in the Market Place will close with a set by Scottish singer-songwriter Sandy McLelland, at 7pm.

Other attractions include Sandy food, drink, market stalls, the talented caricaturist Mclelland John Elson, entertainment attend, has from Pendragon Circus, and been organised performances around the town

by South Kesteven by the Bourne Borderers mixed District Council with border morris dance team. The funding secured from entertainment will continue into the Government's the evening, with several pubs Welcome Back Fund. hosting live music.

The council's Tourism The event, which is free to and Visitor Economy Officer,

Jade Hope, said: "The festival is not only for fans of folk music, it is an opportunity for everyone to enjoy live performances.

Grantham will be vibrant with locals and visitors from further afield. It will be fantastic for them to see Grantham in all its glory.” www.southkesteven.gov.uk

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Get Rewarded for Going Green

A new green scheme to encourage residents to make more sustainable choices, and win rewards for doing so, has been launched by Newark and Sherwood District Council.

‘Green Rewards’ allows residents to log their green activities through a dedicated mobile app or web browser, and potentially win vouchers.

The programme aims to encourage people to take action against climate change by making small changes in their daily lives.

Residents can log every day actions they have taken to reduce their carbon footprint, such as walking to work, avoiding single use plastics, or eating a plant-based diet on some days. They will then earn Green Points, giving them the opportunity to win vouchers to be used locally.

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carbon footprint is more important than ever, but it can be overwhelming to know where to start. I hope residents feel motivated to be more sustainable once they see how even small changes can have a significant impact.

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Spring Cleaning… with a little help

Get a head start on your spring clean, by encouraging your children to help with household chores. With any luck it will instil good valuable habits and vital life skills.

time with you, no matter what you are doing, and it is often a great time to chat to your little ones.

My older two - four and three years old - leave a path of destruction wherever they go. But they (usually) do enjoy helping out around the house if I can make it fun; for example, by turning it into a race or competition, or cranking up the music. They also enjoy feeling involved with the tasks I’m doing around the house. They feel a sense of achievement on completing a task and helping Mummy.

Of course some of these you might have to redo yourself. But make sure you praise them for the effort and not just the outcome.

Helping out with household chores teaches children a range of skills such as; • Self-care • Problem solving • Cause and effect • Responsibility • Team work • Improved motor skills.

Allowing your children to be involved with jobs at home builds their confidence, by knowing how to do things and becoming self reliant. I’ve also learnt that a child’s favorite toy is you! They are happy spending

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If you have older children, you might introduce some more age appropriate tasks such as vacuuming and making their beds.

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Light Posturing How returning to the fundamentals of good posture could drastically improve your quality of life.

Bad posture, from slumping on sofas, hunching over computers, leaning in towards smartphones and tablets, and generally getting dragged down by life’s woes, not only takes its toll on our joints and muscles, it also affects how we feel about ourselves.

Physically, aches and ailments brought on from perennial bad posture spread to all parts of the body, creating issues as varied as poor digestion, neck pain, headaches, issues with feet, knees, and hips, and even breathing problems.

--Three methods to improve posture while working Our posture is most compromised when we’re sat or stood for prolonged periods of time. Humans are conditioned to know when they need to move around, and work can often seriously restrict our ability to do this (though not always – long periods on a mobile phone are just as bad).

Here are some easy fixes fixes you

may want to consider for alleviating the pressure on your posture: 1. Make sure your chair is at the right height, so your screen is comfortably level with your eyeline.

Shoulders should be down and back, and avoid crossing your legs. When typing keep arms at a comfortable 90-degree angle in a nice, neutral resting position.

2. Relax in your chair – they come with armrests for a reason!

3. If, alternatively, you have a job that means standing around for an extended period – for instance, a shop assistant – resist leaning on one leg and instead keep legs hip width apart, tummy pulled in and bum tucked under.

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resilient to long periods sat or stationed in the same position.

1. Any general movement that frees you from being stuck in one place will lead to better posture, so change your stationary position, stretch, jog on the spot, and even lay flat if you feel it is putting flexibility back into your body.

2. Good posture is achieved through strong core and glute muscles. That means regular exercise, so keep up with those sit-ups and lunges!

3. Undertaking exercise classes and pursuits to counter the negative effects of being stuck in one place is a great idea too. Pilates has been proven to be one of the most efficient workouts, and one that can retune your entire body to work more effectively, making you pain-free feel stronger and full of confidence.

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Where did you grow up?

Samantha - Hull, then moved around a bit before settling in the Newark area about 15 years ago.

Jo - I was born in Sutton in Ashfield and lived there most of my life, I started my business there in 1983 before moving to Newark in 2015.

What was your favourite lesson in school?

Samantha - Maths, loved maths!

Jo - French and Drama What did you want to be when you grew up?

Samantha - An accountant!! So glad I didn’t go down that route now though.

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Jo - Something to do with working with horses What was your first job?

Samantha - I worked in Marks and Spencers food hall in the Metro Centre as a Christmas temp when I was 16. From there I got the retail bug and ended up in management for Superdrug/Savers for 10 years.

Jo - Stable girl at Teversal Stables What made you decide to become a foot health practitioner?

Samantha - I was doing my nursing and midwifery training and whilst working as a carer for a lady alongside this, I found that there was a lack of good foot care available in the local area. I then started

Use Locally Meets… taking an interest in this and decided to retrain. Now I’m so glad I did as I love helping people with their everyday foot health problems Jo - My mum had an ingrown toenail so I went with her to the chiropodist. He asked if I was interested in training so I sat with him and watched whilst I was doing the course.

Where is your favourite place to enjoy a staycation?

Samantha - I love going to diff fferent places ff and taking my (6) kids to see different parts of the country. This yearr we’re going up to Haggerston Castle to se ee relatives from Scotland.

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Jo - For myself I would like to do an extra clinic or 2 . I currently do Monday and Thursday in the clinic and other days I am out doing home visits, it would be nice to have another day in clinic.

go, I love being by the sea and enjoying the beautiful scenery it has to offerr, although I must admit my favourite staycation is home so I can go riding every day.

If you ever eat out locally where is your favourite place to go?

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HOROSCOPES

BY RUSSELL GRANT

ARIES

March 21st - April 20th Although you love the idea of starting new projects, it's difficult to stick with them when your mind wanders to other possibilities.

People want to see that you finish what you started. You may need to remind yourself how positive you felt during planning, journeys or joint ventures in order to fulfil a promise. It will be wonderful to reunite with your amour when the month starts.

TAURUS

April 21st - May 21st Taking part in club and group activities can bring you so many benefits. Although you may be a shy person, it is important to socialise with others. Your current goals will be greatly helped by a new friend. You can make your wildest dreams come true if you have a passion for something and will work hard. A new friend will inspire you to do something different.

GEMINI

May 22nd - June 21st Once March begins, the pattern of events should make a significant improvement on trends you've seen in the past. While this year has been full of fun moments, these are nothing compared to what spring holds. All relationships should be happy and harmonious in March. Spending more time with friends, old and new, will improve your social life.

CANCER

June 22nd - July 23rd Travel plans made with a friend or partner can give you something to look forward to.

This exciting journey will not be complete without you imagining the fun times you'll have together. A journey will inspire and lift you but you won't travel on an impulse. The fun part of planning a trip is the preparation.

It will make you feel like a child at Christmas Eve.

LEO

24th - August 23rd Your top priority should be to achieve a goal you love. You won't take it lightly if you do nothing by the book. During the first few days your entire attention will be focused on one goal. The good news is that you have the talent and determination to accomplish it.

While you are serious about your social and professional responsibilities you can still enjoy life and take risks.

VIRGO

August 24th - Sept 23rd As March starts, friendships, sports and competitive events will keep your mind busy.

A new outdoor activity will interest you.

Travel will work well together and romance is possible if you're single. Your relationship will be successful if you are honest, respectful and open to communication at work and home. A friend will be happy to help you work in an area in their life that is badly neglected.

LIBRA

September 24th - Oct 23rd It's not your job to help your neighbours, friends and colleagues with their problems.

Politely decline to help the next person in need. It's too much work for others, but not enough for you. Take care of your health.

Start with yourself if you have to care for someone this month. You are beginning to see the truth about yourself. As much as you try to please everyone, you can't please them all.

SCORPIO

October 24th - Nov 22nd Life will move quickly if you are enthusiastic, energetic and able to use your initiative. You will probably get the green light for long-term plans and creative ideas. You are sure to have a great month, both romantically and socially. You have great ideas about making life more fun. You will be a hit with your family and friends.

SAGITTARIUS

November 23rd - Dec 21st You would like more freedom to pursue your interests. Your partner or friends may not share all of your plans but that won't stop you. They don't know you well enough if they find it annoying. It is not fun to do everything together. No matter how close your relationships are, you need to be independent. Sometimes it may take some time for a partner to accept your adventurous ideas.

CAPRICORN

December 22nd - Jan 20th You'll be entertained by exciting emails, texts messages and phone calls. As March begins, you will be pleasantly surprised by a variety of exciting events that will brighten up your day. This month's events will make you rethink your life and help you see the importance of setting new goals. You may need to take a different route or change your direction.

AQUARIUS

January 21st - Feb 19th You need stimulation and change. You are looking for something new to focus on. Your March stars will encourage you to put your imaginative ideas into practice. You may find it necessary to combine business and pleasure at times during the month. You will be happy with anything that gives you hope and anticipation. You need more excitement and this is what you're about to receive.

PISCES

February 20th - March 20th These are exciting times and they will have long-lasting consequences. Your life is about to change. You have the power to make choices, and you can empower yourself.

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Money on my mind...

He s the UK s leading money saving expert - a journalist and presenter who has kept millions of pounds in people s pockets as well as lifting the lid on the threats and dangers we need to be aware of as consumers.

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From soaring fuel prices to electric cars right the way through to low emission zones, we’ve perhaps never had to fight our way through so much commotion and noise where our wheels are concerned.

While so much seems fluid as far as the affordability of our cars goes, one thing that seems constant – constantly high – is the cost of car insurance.

I’m always asked what people should look for when they are searching for car insurance, and above everything else I would recommend they focus on price.

I think there’s a slight myth in the insurance world that if you pay more you are going to get a better claim. If you’re going for a high-street insurance policy and you pay £300 or £500, don’t assume that the £500 will be a better product.

Price should and will always be the core driver for most people because car insurance is a

grudge purchase.

As for securing that best price, while most insurers are on price comparison sites, some – Aviva, Direct Line etc. – are not, so check between the two and always try to go through a cashback site to bring down the price further.

Finally, a word about gender equality on car insurance premiums. A few years ago regulations came in designed to make things more equal, but all the evidence shows there is still a large disparity between prices for men and women.

I’ve wrestled with this a lot – car insurance prices represent a behavioural difference between a man and a woman, so why should we be stereotyped that we will all

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behave like the rest of our gender?

Having said that, should we not be allowed to discriminate on age as well because an 18year-old drives in a different way to a 58-year-old?

Ultimately, insurance is a riskbased product and there are always winners and losers in these things. Funnily enough, in the first big campaign for gender equality in insurance, the big loser was young women because their prices went up, which is perhaps not always what people think of when they talk about equality campaigns: women losing out.

So, there’s a balance between principle and practice here, and I think principle can win at practice’s cost.

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New Highway Code Rules for 2022 The Highway Code has received a refresh, with a new set of rules coming into force from 29th January 2022. As well as some 49 existing laws being updated, new rules will be introduced.

The changes are rather extensive and can be found on the website link located at the bottom of this article. However, the key areas are detailed below.

Hierarchy of road users Previously The Highway Code stated all road users should be considerate towards each other, applying this principle to pedestrians and drivers equally. It meant that equal responsibility was originally placed on all road users for assuring the safety of others.

The new hierarchy places responsibility on road users who could do greatest harm to others, and it is with them that the greatest obligation to protect the most vulnerable on the road now lies. Top of the hierarchy are lorry drivers, cars, vans, buses and motorcycles. But it should be noted that cyclists, horse riders and horse-drawn carriage drivers have a greater responsibility to reduce the danger posed to pedestrians.

Pedestrian priorities at junctions Prior to the rule change, road users would have given way to pedestrians who have started to cross the road into which they are turning.

Under the new rules priority must be given to pedestrians who are waiting to cross the road, which means that if you are about to turn into a road and a pedestrian is waiting to cross, you should give way.

New rules for drivers and motorcyclists at junctions The new rule states that when turning into or out of a junction, drivers should not cut across the path of any other road user, including cyclists, horse riders or horse-drawn vehicles, if doing so would cause the other road-user to slow down, stop or swerve.

Safe passing distances An amendment to existing Rule 163 sets out safe passing distances for drivers when overtaking

cyclists, motorcyclists, horse riders and those in horse-drawn carriages.

Drivers must give at least a 1.5 metre space when overtaking a cyclist at speeds of up to 30mph.

More space should be allowed when overtaking at speeds of more than 30mph. Rule 72 establishes the right for cyclists to ride in the centre of their lane, to ensure that they remain visible.

When passing a pedestrian who is walking in the road, drivers should allow at least two metres of space and maintain a low speed.

Rule 213 has also changed and now states that on narrow sections of roads, horse riders may ride in the centre of the lane and drivers should allow them to do so for their own safety, to ensure they can see and be seen. Drivers should pass a horse at least 2 metres distance and at a slow speed.

In all cases, drivers will now have to wait behind a motorcyclist, cyclist, horse rider, horse-drawn vehicle or pedestrian and not overtake if it is unsafe or not possible to meet these clearances. Extra care should be taken in poor weather, including high winds.

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In Pursuit of Knowledge A voyage into learning and insight this month, with four engaging and intriguing books to look out for.

The Jaws Book: New Perspectives on the Classic Summer Blockbuster by I.Q. Hunter After almost 50 years, Steven Spielberg’s Jaws remains the definitive summer blockbuster, a cultural phenomenon with a fierce and dedicated fan base. The Jaws Book: New Perspectives on the Classic Summer Blockbuster is an exciting, illustrated collection of new critical essays that offers the first detailed and comprehensive overview of the film’s significant place in cinema history.

Bringing together established and young scholars, the book includes contributions from leading international writers on popular cinema, and covers such diverse topics as the film’s release, reception and canonicity, its representation of masculinity and children, the use of landscape and the ocean, its galvanising impact on the horror genre, and contemporary Hollywood itself.

Published by Bloomsbury on March 24th The Palace Papers by Tina Brown Tina Brown takes you inside Buckingham Palace and Windsor Castle in this riveting story about the members of the royal family. Encapsulating everything following the death of Princess Diana to today, Brown covers Prince Charles’s

marriage to Camilla, the allegations around Prince Andrew, the rise in popularity of Kate Middleton, the tension between William and Harry, and the eventual defection of Harry and Meghan.

Whether a self-appointed royalist or otherwise, our intense desire to lift the lid on the lives of those at the top of the social tree will always make tomes such as this one of the most anticipated books of the year. Published by Penguin Random House on March 22nd Kraftwerk’s Computer World

by Steve Tupai Francis Kraftwerk’s most concise and focused conceptual statement, Computer World was also their most influential album, paving the way for a range of new musical styles and genres.

This book explores the band’s revolutionary sonic template, and their lyrical obsessions in detail, exploring transition, via theories of post-humanism, cybernetics and the anthropology of transnationalism.

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It is a deep read that sandwiches electronic music in between philosophy and culture, to produce cherished coffee table reading.

Published by Bloomsbury on April 7th The Changing Face of Burberry: Britishness, Heritage, Labour and Consumption by Sian Weston As a brand that’s circumnavigated catwalk and terrace culture, Burberry presents itself as ultimately unique, with its output in the 21st century a quintessential notion of British tradition.

The Changing Face of Burberry examines how the company successfully built this sense of tradition and how it has retained and capitalised on it within contemporary consumer culture, providing an authoritative account of shifting forms of British identity, consumer culture and fashion production over two centuries.

Published by Bloomsbury Visual Arts in April 2022

What s On In and around Newark in March

International Women's Day: Meet History's Heroines Saturday 5th March 10 am – 4 pm Newark Royal Market, Newark Town Hall Market Place NG24 1DU An event by National Civil War Centre - Newark Museum.

Meet amazing women from history ry y as they take to the streets of Newark for International Women’s Day. From national names like Jane Austen and Nell Gwy wyn y to famous females from Newark’s past including Lady Ossington and Palace Theatre-founder Emily Blagg, hear from some fascinating feminine icons as they stroll through the market place and take to the stage in front of the Buttermarket to tell their stories.

Each costumed character will perf rform f twice during the day and there’ll be chances to come face to face with them all as they roam. There’ll also be a British Sign Language interpreter to ensure that all can enjoy these illuminating perf rformances. f Friday Lunchtime Concert: A Brief History of Music – Jack Lee and Phoebe Smith March 4th 1.30pm – 2.15pm The Nave, Southwell Minster, Church Street Southwell NG25 0HD Jack Lee and Phoebe Smith are sing gers currently y in their final year of Masters at the Royal Academy of Music. They have performed throughout the UK and Europe; acclaimed for their “stunning” operatic and recital performances. In this concert Phoebe and Jack present “A Brief History of Music.” The recital will move chronologically through the different eras of music. Starting with music by Handel and Mozart then moving gradually through history to the present day.

Wind In The Willows Saturday March 12th 2pm The Palace Theatre, Appletongate, Newark, NG24 1JY 26 | Please mention Use Locally when responding to adverts

Join Ratty, Mole, Badger, and the fantastically irrepressible Toad as they embark on the adventure of a lifetime culminating in a colourf rful f battle to save Toad Hall from the mischievous weasels! Multi-award nominated Immersion Theatre proudly bring their trademark style and energy to the riverbank with heaps of interaction, stunning costumes, toe-tapping music, and larger-than-life characters,A TOAD-ally terrific treat whether you’re 4 or 104! £12.50, £10.50 Concession, Family £42.00 www.palacenewark.com Last Sunday of the Month Preloved, Artisan and Eco Markets Sunday 27th March 9am – 3pm Newark Royal Market, Newark Town Hall Market Place NG24 1DU Bringing Newark alive with art rtisan t traders, entert rtainment t and food!

Vintage finds and quirky ky y unique craft fts t in a beautiful market square.

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Monday 28th March 4pm Newark and Sherw rwood w District Council is excited to announce a major conference, organised in part rtnership t with University of Lincoln, Nottingham Trent University and Lincoln College. Through a wide variety of insightful keynote addresses proviided d by expert rts, the confference wiill offfer businesses across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire an understanding of current trends, research and technological change in the logistics sector.

Learn more about the new opportunities that will be created to develop skills, innovation and technology for local businesses.

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Bring your dog to the Newark & Notts County Showground, Newark on Saturday 23rd & Sunday 24th April 2022 for a weekend packed with exciting arena displays, expert advice, shopping, and lots of have-a-go activities – and if you don’t have a dog, there’s plenty of fun for humans too!

Did you know that you can even camp at the Newark event? Bring your dog along and stay for the whole weekend.

Two shows for the price of one: Your ticket to the All About Dogs Show Newark will also give you access to the Newark Garden Show on the same day of entry!

In the unlikely event the show cannot go ahead you are guaranteed a full refund of your ticket price or transfer of tickets.

We are giving g away 10 pairs of tickets to the Newark Garden Show which is on Friday 22nd - Sunday 24th April 2022, an event by the same organisers as All About Dogs.

The show offers an abundance of indoors and outdoors trade stands, selling everything from unique garden art sculptures, garden furniture and fire pits to bird tables, planters, and a selection of other products from almost 100 leading exhibitors. There will also be a Food & Drink Court as well as Country & Craft stands filled with a selection of original handmade giftware, jewellery, and luxury goods.

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The Composing Cook

It was inevitable that, at some point, I would make banana bread. As you read this, we may still be in a further extended lockdown and I know that banana bread has been a very popular lockdown cake that everyone is baking; I might as well get on the bandwagon, right?

Lockdown or no lockdown you have to make this chocolate banana bread. It’s easy, moist and soooo moreish, and it can be frozen. If you think you have exhausted the banana bread, think again. Make this and tell me it doesn’t rock.

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250g self raising flour 1 level teaspoon baking powder pinch of salt 150g caster sugar 100g butter, softened plus extra to grease your loaf tin 4 small/medium very ripe bananas 2 large eggs 1 tablespoon vanilla extract 75g dark chocolate chips 1 loaf time (measuring approximately 30cm x 11cm x 6.5cm) Serves 6-8

CHOCOLATE BANANA BREAD Preheat oven to 170°C (fan 160°C) and grease and line loaf tin In a large mixing bowl sieve the self raising flour, baking powder and pinch of salt.

Add the butter and caster sugar and using your fingertips, rub it in until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.

In a separate bowl, add the bananas, eggs and vanilla extract and whisk until combined. Pour this mixture into the breadcrumb mix and stir.

Add the dark chocolate chips and give another mix.

Pour the batter into your prepared loaf tin, smooth the top, and bake in the oven on the lowest shelf for 45 minutes, by which time, the top should be set.

Remove from oven and place tin on a wire rack to cool for 10 minutes. Remove from tin and allow the chocolate banana bread to cool completely, if you can wait that long.

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Greenfingers…

The Alan Titchmarsh Column He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and all-round horticultural inspiration. This month, Alan Titchmarsh talks about how our gardens can move us to a place of peace.

While gardens mean different things to all of us, it’s when I venture into these tranquil spaces that I truly get a sense of their calming and healing power, and I find that hugely enriching.

Most gardens and landscapes naturally come with a real feeling of gentleness – from the choice of flowers and plants, to gentle sweeps and curves that guide the eye onwards, to a softness and subtlety that may be a world away from some of the physical or emotional struggles we are going through; and I feel it is this dramatic contrast that really transports someone back to a place of comfort, even if just for a little while.

What is also really important for me when I visit gardens at hospices and hospitals, is the remiind der thatt these spaces are not just for those who are residents. They also give hope, clarity, peace

and a sense of calm m to visiting families and, most importantly, the people who work there. Certainly, with everything th hat has happened over the past couple of years with Covid, and the reallisation that we need to con nsider and protect workerrs and staff who look after us, I would like to think those on the frontline can wrestle back their own sense of contentment when n soaking up the fressh air and beauty of a garden, where they can move away from a job th hat’s very hard and emotionally drraining.

I would like to see more attention given to gardens an nd outdoor spaces in our healtth institutions, and in workspacess in general.

They are more imp portant than we imagine. Simple sw weeps of flowers, plants and foliage are inspiring; the sight of an oliv ve tree can move our miind ds to far-off ff pllaces; and d we all know how calm ming a cascade of water can be. It’s alll very peaceful and there’s nothing g complicated or frenetic.

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For me, on those da ays where I feel everything’s a bit fraught and frantic, and when I just can’t get to

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FREE ESTIMATES

We are a family run business with over 40 years’ experience in the furniture and upholstery trade.

We re-upholster old furniture.

We are well established for providing a personal service to all our customers. We have an extensive range of fabrics available, or alternatively you can provide us with your own.

Call Steve on 07929 111926 or 01476 360530 www.grantham-reupholstery-ltd.co.uk/ carole.langham@outlook.com

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CHRIS BARNES Gas & Heating Services

DOMESTIC GAS & HEATING ENGINEER Tel: 01636 659675 Mob: 07766715362

Email: chris.barnes50@googlemail.com GAS SAFE No: 602224

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Fully insured and licensed with uniformed staff. QUOTES Domestic and business customers welcome. PROVIDED VIA PHOTOS All types of clearances catered for.

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We have a large range of kitchen and bathroom, wall and floor tiles on display.

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www.baldertontilecentre.co.uk Unit 10/11 Balderton Business Park Hawton Lane, New Balderton, Newark, NG24 3GL Tel: 01636 612597 Opening Times: Monday-Friday 9-5pm Saturday 9-4pm