UseLocally Magazine October 2022

The nights may be getting longer as Winter approaches but there’s still enough daylight hours to get out and about exploring. October in our region means misty mornings, grey clouds, and crisp afternoons, not to mention the wonderful sight of parks, woodlands and tree-lined streets enveloped in fiery red and orange foliage. We for one shall be making the most of it before we need to retreat inside and into our layers of clothing.

October is best known for its Halloween festivities and half term, but it's also a month loaded with national and global celebrations. In addition to Vegetarian Awareness Month and Black History Month, October's schedule includes days to celebrate science and technology, health and fitness, art, culture and architecture, and the natural world. You can see a full list at Project Britain (projectbritain.com/specialdays).

Just before we sign off, here’s a reminder that the clocks go back on Sunday 30th October – who else is looking forward to an extra hour in bed?

Until next time,

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Her Majesty The Queen

1926 - 2022

Like the whole of the UK and many people around the world, the UseLocally team were extremely saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 8th September. For all of us here she was a constant and steadfast presence in our lives, and the one person we could rely on to hold true to her values as the world around us underwent epoch-defining Althoughchanges.

she lived to a remarkably great age of 96, she had understandably become a more private person after the death of her husband Prince Philip in 2021. Nevertheless, she was still there at the most important moments, despite her increasing mobility problems, and who can forget the wonderful four-day celebration of her Platinum Jubilee earlier this year in June?

The Queen notched up some remarkable achievements during her 70-year reign. In pure numbers alone they would have required immense stamina, focus and fortitude. Since 1952 she travelled to more than 100 countries and made more than 150 visits to Commonwealth countries including 82 state visits. She worked with all 15 UK Prime Ministers, met 13 US Presidents and 7 Popes. She attended 21,000 public engagements, including 39 Royal Variety Performances, posed for 1,000 official photographic and painted portraits, sent 300,000 birthday messages to centenarians, vetted over 1,000 new laws, and owned 30 Thosecorgis.closest

to her often talked about her wicked sense of humour, which became apparent to the rest of us during some big national moments. The 2012 Olympics opening ceremony featured a skit in which she accompanied Daniel Craig as James Bond from the palace to the Olympic Stadium; her own idea, which she had kept secret from the rest of her family. This year, her Platinum Jubilee celebrations included her playing herself in a short video with a CGI version of Paddington Bear, bonding over a shared love of marmalade sandwiches – finally revealing the secret of what she’d been keeping in her handbag for all those years!

And let us not forget she was also a mother and grandmother, a matriarch as well as a monarch. She was married to Prince Philip for 73 years, had four children, eight grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren. For them as well as us, she was a symbol of stability, resilience, and wisdom. During times of national strife, she provided comfort and reassurance. It’s difficult to summarise her legacy in just a few words, other than to say that we’re grateful for her grace, humour, and tireless support in helping Britain navigate its way through the 20th century and onto the 21st. She was an extraordinary figure, and we feel proud and very, very lucky to have had her in our lives for as long as we did.

Rest in Peace, Your Majesty.

As I address the nation, From here, beyond the sky, I know you cannot hear me, I'm here, I see you cry.

But do not weep my children, Be brave and dry those tears, Now it is my time to rest, Having reigned for 70 years.

My duties are complete now, I've seen my final dawn, My family surrounds me, My country starts to mourn.

And now join my Phillip, Together hand in hand, A picnic in the clouds, As leave behind this land.

Farewell my dearest people, I leave with no regret, Thank you, for everything, Your Queen, your Lilibet.

(Haydee Waldron Jones-

Queen Elizabeth II 1926 - 2022

Phillip came to me today, and said it was time to go. I looked at him and smiled, as i whispered that "I know"

I then turned and looked behind me, and seen I was asleep. All my Family were around me, and I could hear them weep.

I gently touched each shoulder, with Phillip by my side. Then I turned away and walked, with My Angel guide.

Phillip held my hand, as he lead the way, to a world where King's and Queens, are Monarch's every day.

I was given a crown to wear or a Halo known by some. The difference is up here, they are worn by everyone.

I felt a sense of peace, my reign had seen its end. 70 years I had served my Country, as the peoples friend.

Thank you for the years, for all your time and love. Now I am one of two again, in our Palace up author)

Don’t be frightened Ma’am... the world will be holding your hand

The Longest Legacy

From the 15 Prime Ministers she swore in, to the modernisation of the Royal Family and the styling of a public perception that ensures we remain committed to the pomp and pageantry of the House of Windsor, Queen Elizabeth II’s legacy is impeccable and elegant. We reflect on some cherished moments along the way.

The Heir Apparent Born in April 1926, Princess Elizabeth Alexandra Mary Windsor was third in line to the throne behind her uncle, Edward, Prince of Wales, and her father, Albert, Duke of York. However, her ascension was accelerated when, in 1936, following the death of King George V, her uncle relinquished the crown so he could marry the American divorcee, Wallis NowSimpson.heir

apparent, during the war she joined the Auxiliary Territorial Service, learning how to drive and maintain vehicles; and on her first oversees visit, to South Africa in 1947, gave a speech dedicating herself to the Commonwealth – a promise Her Majesty kept to the very end.

By the time of her beloved father’s death in 1952, Princess Elizabeth had become a wife, to Prince Philip, and mother to Prince Charles and Princess

Anne. Yet on undertaking the crown aged in her midtwenties, she was acutely aware of how monumental the task was that lay ahead of her.

In her prime Queen Elizabeth II made a truly modern Head of State. Her Coronation at Westminster Abbey was the first to be televised, and on her gruelling first tour of the Commonwealth, alongside Prince Philip, she made every effort to win over the hearts and minds of all those she encountered.

Naturally, over the decades there was much political and social tumult. Her Majesty’s reign saw 15 Prime Ministers come and go, from Winston Churchill to Liz Truss.

There too was drama from within her family. In 1955 it became necessary to intervene in her sister Margaret’s planned nuptials to Peter Townsend; though the most significant

upset during her reign was surely the dissolvement of Charles and Diana’s marriage, and the Princess of Wales’ untimely death in a car crash aged 36.

Among the stars

In her twilight years, the Queen cemented her legacy through continued work and devotion, travelling extensively and hosting countless high-profile and sometimes controversial guests and Heads of State, including Mugabe, Mandela and Trump.

The final two decades of Queen Elizabeth’s life and reign undoubtedly brought both joy and sadness in equal measures - the weddings of six of her grandchildren and the birth of 12 great-grandchildren, yet also the deaths of her beloved mother and sister Margaret and the passing of the king of her heart, Prince Philip.

Inspire: Culture, Learning and Libraries to take occupancy of the upper floor of the Buttermarket

Transformative work on the Buttermarket in Newark town centre is nearing completion as part of Newark and Sherwood District Council's commitment to transform the building into a space suitable for the town.

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and adults of Newark."

Ian Bond, Director of Learning from Inspire said: “We are incredibly excited to have been offered the opportunity by Newark and Sherwood District Council to bring a brand-new centre to the Buttermarket in Newark, offering inspiring courses, workshops, events and more! We hope to create a lively hub for learning, creativity and exploration and become a valued venue for educational and cultural activities in the heart of Newark town centre.”

In addition to the works taking place to the upper floor of the Buttermarket, Newark and Sherwood District Council is exploring the option of coworking spaces in the atrium space to create a safe, flexible, shared environment for

communities in Newark. Furthermore, the ground floor of the Buttermarket can boast 100% occupancy with a mix of national chains, independent shops and a popular restaurant. Councillor Rhona Holloway continued: "Newark and Sherwood District Council is committed to the continued support of local retailers to boost the local economy, as evidenced by the works undertaken at the Buttermarket. We, along with our partners, have transformed the Buttermarket, a building continuously identified as an important feature to the people of Newark, into a space suitable for the town and can be utilised accordingly. I'm looking forward to watching the continued success of the Buttermarket."

A Day in the Life of a Rambler

Peering out through the curtains, light streams in. It's going to be a bright, fresh day, perfect for walking around six miles in lovely countryside. The villages we pass by, I never really see them if I am in a car, it's so interesting to get a different perspective.

I pack my backpack with coffee, a sandwich, a snack, bottle of water, blister plasters (Just in case, though I've not needed them yet.), rain jacket and obligatory seat pad (I have moved on from a carrier bag).

I leave home and off to car share with other walkers. Arriving at the starting point about 30 minutes before we set off I greet other Ramblers who are such friendly folks.

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bridges and stiles. During the walk I get to chat to almost all those on the walk. I enjoy photography so stop to take photos along the way recording the walk as we go. Occasionally there is a pause to allow slightly slower walkers to catch up. I often walk with the back marker, who varies with each walk, though we have one lovely gent who often takes the back mark position. He has belonged to the Ramblers for a long time and

knows most of the walks. Hepopularis to include in car share as he knows all the start places and we never get lost. Walking along the public footpaths through the countryside, seasonal flowers sway in the gentle breeze. In spring, daffodils and anemones sparkle in the early sunlight, dew glistening. Slender silver birch trees also catch the light, bright green buds almost bursting, Primulas and hellebores colour the undergrowth. Passing through fields we see sheep, cows and sometimes horses.

On one of the walks we were

royally entertained by a fly-past from the Red Arrows. So many birds to observe on our walks, hawks, finches, dunnocks and many more. There are a myriad of songbirds that delight the walkers. I love to hear the skylarks as we pass through golden fields.I have seen squirrels cheekily stealing food from a picnic table. Breaks for coffee or lunch are when we perch on stones or logs. The seat pad comes in useful when it's damp. Rounding off a very enjoyable walk we often call in at a local cafe or hostelry for a much appreciated drink and chat with our companions.

Jacqueline Anderson A Newark Rambler

Magni cent inside a month

While pursuing a full-time healthy lifestyle takes time and no small amount of commitment, even within a month it’s possible to see and feel real changes to who you are, how you feel and the way your body responds to life’s challenges.

Here are five tips to give your health and wellbeing an instant boost, where you can start feeling the positive effects almost immediately.

1. BETTER DIET

Diet is probably the most obvious place to start. It goes without saying, the unhealthier the food you consume, the harder it’s going to be to make a full 180-degree turnaround.

Focus on replacing fatty foods with fruit and fibre, keep a check on your salt intake, cut down on alcohol and make food preparation changes, such as grilling rather than frying. Topping up the body with vitamins and supplements is a good idea.

2. WALKING OR LIGHT RUNNING

Movement is so vital to the human body, and you don’t have to become an Olympic athlete to be able to see and feel the differences.

Daily walks and regular running can significantly improve your outlook over the course of a month, with recent research revealing that doing regular will20-secondthreebrokenenergetic60-secondactivitydownintoseparateburstsbringabout noticeable benefits within four weeks.

The endorphins created during exercise also make you feel great.

3. SLEEP

Getting at least seven hours a night is essential if you’re looking to enhance your health – it will also help you hold off illnesses… both run-of-the-mill colds and viruses, and more serious ailments including cancer, diabetes and stress.

A consistent sleep pattern is also essential, as regulation helps the body figure out the best way to recover from twinges, tweaks and other things that hold us back.

4. WATER

Water is absolutely vital for the human body, and arguably the easiest thing on

this list to tick off, providing we can drink around two litres of the stuff a day.

What’s more, hydrating offers the body an instant and very noticeable boost, so you will get instant gratification for your efforts.

5. FOCUS AND POSITIVITY

Yoga, Pilates, Zumba and a variety of other exercise pastimes are perfect for people looking to become fitter, whilst also boosting happiness and Notmindfulness.onlywill you feel reward for the effort put in, but your inspiration to keep at it and build further will become automatic, because feeling good is addictive!

Money on my mind... the Martin Lewis column

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.

In this month’s column, Martin Lewis looks at whether it’s possible to still be green at times of real economic restraint.

None of us need reminding how tough this year has been, and while we’re all looking for the green shoots of recovery, that greenness has become another sticking point of late, with environmental campaigners looking to keep their own eco priorities live and real.

As consumers, we’re all pretty aware that products and services that are more organic, or better ethically sourced, or that contain a strong environmental edge, are typically more expensive, so that leads us to a potential conflict of choice – do we look after our planet, or do we prioritise the money in our pockets?

The answer – from research I have been doing on part of

my website, and a collection of other polls that pool data on this subject – is very much that green issues take a massive backseat when our backs are against the Nowwall.

that’s not to say I don’t have a green conscience, or the average Joe in the street doesn’t work hard to preserve the planet, but the absolute truth is that in the vast, vast majority of cases – both at times of struggle and even when things are less chaotic – individuals are not willing to make big sacrifices.

What I think is important though is that, in future, it would be nice if people are green,incentivisedbeingtogoanddoingsomeanswearegivenallthesupportweexpectfromgovernment.Weexpecttaxcutsonfuelandadecreaseinoilprice

to be reflected at the pump; we expect utility providers to play by the rules with clear billing and fair price schemes; we expect home insulation initiatives to really add up in the short-term, not 25 years down the line; and we expect new customer incentives to be accompanied by rewards for existing ones.

What’s more, the days of us feeling guilt-tripped into buying a green product over one that isn’t, are probably and hopefully over. Of course, we all want to get back to a place of economic and environmental prosperity, and I’m sure that will come, but our conscience to feed our families has been proven, time and again, to be stronger than anything else.

Don't let your larger-than-life personality intimidate your best friend, romantic partner, or business colleague on the 1st. A stalled health regimen will roar back into action on the 2nd. Your leadership ability reasserts itself on the 8th, making it easier to take charge of your personal and professional life situations.

Stalled financial negotiations will move forward on the 2nd; nail down the details quickly. On the 9th, the Full Moon brings the successful conclusion to a legal matter, allowing you to focus more fully on a close relationship. Your sunny outlook attracts an attentive admirer like a magnet on the 11th; this relationship has the potential to last a lifetime.

SAGITTARIUS

Resist the temptation to steer a friendship into romantic waters on the 1st. Realising your professional plans becomes much easier starting on the 2nd. The Full Moon on the 9th marks a beautiful turning point in a budding romance; news of an engagement or marriage is possible. A manipulative relative will try to interfere with a personal relationship on the 11th.

Overindulging in food and drink will cause regret on the 1st. You'll get a clear idea of how to finish a stalled creative project on the 2nd. Starting on the 8th, you'll have opportunities to expand your horizons through travel and study. The Full Moon on the 9th finds you retreating from public view, taking some time to rest and reflex.

It will be much easier to command the attention and respect you deserve starting on the 2nd. The 6th is perfect for showing off your creative talent; don't be surprised if an admirer approaches as a result. The Full Moon on the 9th marks an exciting turning point in an intimate relationship; things are getting serious.

Don't let a boss talk you into assuming more responsibilities on the 1st; protect your private time like a precious jewel. Stalled travel plans move forward on the 2nd, after a prolonged delay period. It becomes much easier to assert your authority on the 8th, allowing you to move forward with a significant personal

Family relations become a lot easier beginning on the 2nd, much to everyone's relief. A nice windfall will arrive on the 6th, giving you the chance to put a down payment or deposit on a big purchase. The Full Moon on the 9th is perfect for attending a big social gathering, where your expertise puts you in line for an impressive job.

Don't let your best friend, romantic partner, or colleague talk you out of a personal goal on the 1st. Homelife is a profound source of peace on the 6th; spend time close to family. The Full Moon on the 9th causes a close friend to champion your talent and expert knowledge. Arguing with your closest friend is a waste of time on the 11th; you won't make a dent with this stubborn

You'llproject.become

clear about your most profound dreams and desires starting on the 2nd. The Full Moon on the 9th finds you acquiring knowledge about a subject that has always fascinated you, causing accomplished people to look at you with respect. Your calm, relaxed demeanour paves the way for an excellent professional opportunity to teach, lecture, or write on the 11th.

A relative is jealous of your success on the 1st; don't let their petty remarks undermine your enthusiasm. Confusion over plans clears up beginning on the 2nd. Positive feedback from your business or romantic partner gives you the courage to make a bold move on the 6th. On the 9th, the Full Moon marks an exciting career milestone.

discussion with a friend on the 6th paves the way to an exciting creative project. On the 9th, the Full Moon allows you to leave an unsatisfying job for a much more rewarding one. If you've always wanted to work from home, you will be able to do so on the 11th. Escaping to a private hideaway with the one you love will be a great release on the 13th.

It won't be possible to buy happiness on the 1st; it's better to look within for the fulfilment you desire. The 6th is perfect for signing a contract or making a binding agreement. On the 9th, the Full Moon attracts a big paycheque that gives you a more significant measure of freedom. Don't let relatives dictate how you lead your life on the 11th; take command of your destiny.

Fact or Fiction?

This month, four October releases as the build-up to the busy book season begins.

These serve to highlight incredibletrailblazingFromthegamehavemomentsandheart-warmingawe-inspiring,theeye-openingthatchangedthe–andsometimesworld–forever.pioneeringplayers,managers,andtalesbothonand off

the pitch, this book contains everything you ever wanted to know about the beautiful game.

Published by Puffin on October 13th

Mad Honey by Jodi Picoult

A soul-stirring novel about what we choose to keep from our past from the New York Times bestselling author of Wish You Were Here and She’s Not There.

Olivia McAfee and Lily Campanello have both started new lives in unfamiliar surroundings, but a shared love interest sees suspense, love story and exploration of the secrets we keep threatens to build to a powerful crescendo.

Published by Hodder & Stoughton on November 15th

50 Times Football Changed the World by Gary Lineker and Ivor Baddiel

Like him or loathe him for his Twitter antics, football legend Gary Lineker – with the help of Ivor Baddiel – has put together a collection of truly uplifting, empowering and extraordinary football stories that have inspired him throughout his career.

Made With Love by Tom Daley Made With Love is Tom Daley’s long-awaited debut knitting and crochet book.

From covetable gifts to chic homeware, cosy accessories and stylish wardrobe essentials, Tom offers helpful tips and tricks to support even the most tentative of beginners. So whether you are a complete novice or looking for something a little different to try, Tom Daley’s Made with Love will soon have you creating projects to be proud of.

Published by Harper Collins on October 27th

Soft Lad: A Collection of Stories (About Me) by Nick Grimshaw

In Soft Lad, DJ and presenter Nick Grimshaw shares his outlooks, surprising obsessions, the things that have shaped him and his personal experiences with the Fromworld.hismove

from Oldham, Greater Manchester, to the

bright lights of London, to his 14-year career climbing to the helm of the Radio 1 Breakfast Show, he discusses everything from his love of music through to self-care, partying, lifechanging nights out, growing up, Red Nose Day, coming out, dogs, family, ADHD, Catholicism, and all that he’s seen evolvingcaptivatingitNostalgicin-between.andheartfelt,shinesahumorousandlensontheever-culturalobsessions we live by. Published by Hodder & Stoughton on October 27th

OutSchool’sSomedosanddon’ts to consider when it comes to applying for a school place for the first time.

DO attend the open days. It’s easy to gloss over an establishment’s flaws when looking at a fancy brochure, which is why attending a school’s open day is essential (even though this is still arguably the best the place will ever look). Upon arriving, pay attention to how the school feels – what’s on the walls, how organised are the classrooms, are the teachers friendly and, if it’s a daytime opening, how engaged are the kids?

DON’T be afraid to ask questions. Take the opportunity to ask teachers and pupils alike how they feel about the school, and don’t fret about being upfront with representatives regarding any nagging doubts you have.

DO look for convenience. While it’s not a main consideration, for parents keen to return themselves to work and productivity while their children are in school, location and proximity are key factors.

DON’T be taken in by cosmetic appearance. Schools come in all shapes, sizes and appearances. While the newer ones may look glossy, modern and straight from an architect’s brochure, it’s what goes on in the classroom, within the pages of books and inside the minds of our wonderful youngsters, that really counts.

DO pay attention to the Ofsted report and league tables. Official statistics will tell you test and exam results for the schools you’re looking at, offering a pretty reliable snapshot of how each is performing, while the Ofsted report will offer a broader understanding of how the curriculum is taught and the pupils’ overall wellbeing.

But DON’T base your decision entirely on that. If an institute has an ‘outstanding’ Ofsted rating, but you’ve heard of bullying or disruption at the school, it’s important to bear both in mind. Similarly, if a school has a ‘satisfactory’ rating but seems to have got its act together since the report, it may be worth giving it a second look.

DO go with your heart. Whatever the facts and figures, the most important barometer is how you and your little one feel about the school, and that feeling normally comes from the heart.

DON’T obsess over friends. While it’s tempting to want to surround our kids with the buddies they have made in pre-school and the local park, most childhood friendships are made when they start school. Our young ones are true social sponges and encouraging them to make new friends at every opportunity is only a good thing.

What’s On

IN AND AROUND NEWARK IN OCTOBER

Quiz SaturdayNight1st

October 7.30pm

Max 6 per table. Bring your own nibbles & Ticketsdrinks £5 per person

Coddington Village Hall, Main St., Coddington NG24 2PN Tel 07790 maggiegeorge@gmail.com719870

Collingham Antiques Vintage fair

Sunday 2nd October 7.30am – 2.30pm

Friendly, family run, indoor fair with around 20 stalls of full of antiques vintage and quirky deco Refreshmentsitems. available, entry £1 kids go free.

For latest updates follow us on Facebook or Instagram Red Fox Fairs

Collingham Memorial Hall 67 High St, Collingham, Newark, NG23 7LB

Discos for Grown Ups

Saturday 15th August Doors Open 7.15pm – 11.30pm

Boogie all night to the Super Cool Soul, Disco & Pop Sounds of the 70’s, 80’s & 90’s Town Hall, Market Square, Newark NG24 1DU www.discosforgrownups.eventbrite.comTickets

Doodle Days!

Saturday 15th to Saturday 29th October (the museum is open from 10am to 5pm, Wednesday to Saturday)

We’re doodling away the days this half-term holiday with fun drawing activities for all ages, both here at the museum and over at Newark Castle. Tying in with the nationwide Big Draw Festival, we’re getting our pencils out and

asking you to come along to get creative and join in with the some super sketching sessions! Plus, there’s free entry on offer for anyone attending in costume! For the halfterm holidays, it's doodle time! Join our free drawing activities in the museum and at different venues or sign up for a workshopthere's something for everyone.

National Civil War Centre, 14 Appleton Gate, Newark NG24 1JY Tel 01636 http://www.nationalcivilwarcentre.com/655765

Newark & Sherwood Concert Band 25th

SaturdayAnniversary29thOctober 7.30pm

“We’ve reached a quarter of a century of performing wonderful music to the audiences of Newark & Sherwood and far beyond – join us for this spectacular celebration of 25 Years since the formation of the band” Palace Theatre Newark, 14 Appleton Gate, Newark NG24 2-10-29www.palacenewarktickets.com/calendar/2021JY

Newark Festive Gift & Food Show

Saturday 29th - Sunday 30th October

Enjoy a weekend filled with festive fun at the Newark Festive Gift and Food Show. Packed with Christmas gifts and presents for all ages, this really is a festive market that everyone can enjoy. Come along with your friends and get into the Christmas spirit, while discovering stocking fillers, gift ideas and lots of tasty festive Newarktreats.Showground, Lincoln Road, Winthorpe, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 www.nottsfestiveshow.co.uk2NY

Saturday 8th October to Monday 31st October 9am to 5pm. Maxeys Farm Shop, Hockerton Road, Kirklington NG22 8PB your own Pumpkins straight from the field where they are grown! will also be a Spooky Woodland Walka friendly Halloween themed trail where you can count how many bats can you see BUT beware of the Wicked Witch and Vampire! You can also take a ride on James' Pumpkin Carriage, a Halloween themed tractor ride through the fields and have a go on the Pumpkin Bouncy Castles. For more

Thursday 27th October Woodland Nurture, Woodland Lodge, Rufford, Newark Notts, NG22 9HA along for a whole host of spooktacular nature based activities at on. There will be potion making in the mud making, ghost at Beanblock Magic & Ventriloquism Show with Andy & Lewis 22nd October 3pm – 5pm Spooky 4.30pm Party Sunday 30th 10am and 12.30pm St Marks Place, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG24 Halloween in the company of horror icon Vincent Prince! Enjoy his devilishly delectable performance as deranged classical actor Edward Lionhart who exacts comically gruesome revenge on the critics who have slighted him; each increasingly elaborate murder inspired by the plays of William Shakespeare. A true cult classic of British comedy horror with tickets for just £5! Book now www.nationalcivilwarcentre.com/tudorhallfilmclubat

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To vote you can either email competitions@uselocally.co.uk or check out our Facebook page where the photos will be pinned at the top of the page. We will close voting on the 20th of each month.

All entries are chosen from the Newark on Trent Photographs Facebook page and the winner will receive a £25 CASH PRIZE courtesy of UseLocally Magazine.

Last Months Winner – JOHN EDLIN

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YMCA Café

The YMCA Café officially opened to the public on Monday 12th September 2022.

Situated on the ground floor with views out onto the Stadia Football pitch, the YMCA Cafe at the Village is an ideal space to meet with friends or have a base to work. Serving locally sourced food prepared on-site with a range of hot, cold and alcoholic beverages.

The menu will champion the finest regional ingredients and award-winning suppliers, which will change throughout the year to showcase seasonal flavours. A vibrant brunch and food menu will include; wholesome bites, seasonal salads, small plates and much more.

FREE high-speed Wifi is available in the Café making it an ideal space to work from or for a business meeting. Open seven days a week, the cafe will be run on a not-for-profit basis, with parts of the proceeds going back to the YMCA Newark & Sherwood, enabling it to continue working to improve the lives of young adults and communities across Nottinghamshire.

YMCA Newark and Sherwood Community and Activity Village, Lord Hawke Way, Newark, NG24 4FH 01636 233 125

Café Opening Hours

Monday-Friday: 8am-8pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10am-4pm Food served from 10am until 5pm.

Pumped Up Pumpkins

Introduction classic pumpkin pie recipe, and how to make the most of your Halloween

Pumpkin Pie

Right around this time of year the shops are beginning to fill with pumpkin-spiced delights, from lattes, to biscuits and even candles. This ‘spice’ is what makes pumpkin pie such a delectable seasonal treat - a combination of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and allspice, it is warming and comforting. And when mixed with puréed pumpkin flesh, sugar, eggs, butter and milk and baked in a pie crust (store bought if necessary) you basically end up with autumn on a plate.

Top Tips

• Don’t concern yourself with continuing to cook your pumpkin pie if the middle seems less firm. This will only burn the outsides. Instead, allow the middle to firm up naturally during the cooling process when you remove it from the oven.

Line the pastry with baking parchment and baking beans, then bake for 15mins. Remove the beans and paper and cook for a further 10mins until the base is pale, golden and biscuity. Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly.

Method flour, dusting

1. Place the pumpkin in a large saucepan, cover with water and bring to the boil. Cover with a lid and simmer for 15mins or until it’s tender. Drain and allow to cool.

2. Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Now roll your pastry on a lightly floured surface and place in a 22cm loosebottomed tart tin.

3. Increase heat in the oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 before pushing the cooled pumpkin through a sieve into a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, salt, nutmeg and half the cinnamon.

Mix in the beaten eggs, melted butter and milk, then add to the pumpkin purée and stir to combine.

4. Pour into the tart shell and cook for 10 mins, then reduce the temperature to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Continue to bake for

35-40 mins until the filling has just set.

5. Leave to cool, then remove the pie from the tin. Mix the remaining cinnamon with the icing sugar and dust over the pie. Serve chilled.

Your Pumpkin Pie Leftovers

Roasted seeds

When carving your jack-o’-lantern this year, don’t discard that mound of seeds that sit snugly inside, as they are packed with nutrients and can make a delicious snack. Simply scoop out your seeds and separate them from the stringy flesh before rinsing thoroughly in a sieve.

Now they still won’t look quite like the seeds you buy in a supermarket, but that’s because they need to be roasted, so preheat your oven and toss them into a bowl with either a sweet mix (cinnamon and sugar) or savoury (chilli powder, soy sauce and garlic powder), melted butter and a little salt before roasting in the oven. Just be sure to check they not burning and toss regularly.

Curry You don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy a pumpkin and chickpea curry, the ideal dish to warm up ‘trick or treaters’ on a chilly Halloween

Startnight.by

frying yellow curry paste with onion and lemongrass, then add chunks of pumpkin flesh followed by vegetable stock and coconut milk. Bring to a simmer before adding a tin of drained chickpeas, cook for 10 minutes more, then serve over rice. It’s spookily good grub.

Recipe Tip

To check when your pie is cooked, use the knife test. Insert the knife in the middle during the baking process –if it comes out clean, it’s cooked.

Tools of the trade

1. Lawnmower

It’s amazing how a simple mow of the lawn can transform it from a rough and rugged outside vista into a stylish statement of beautifully bladed finesse.

Yet while the best machines on the market will wow you not just with their mowing magnificence but a price-tag to match also, there are some basic models that will set you back less than £50.

2. Pruning shears

So much to do with gardening involves keeping nature at bay, so getting a decent pair of pruning shears is essential.

Whether trimming back rose stems or dealing with an unruly bush, regular pruning will maximise light, enabling all areas of your garden to flourish.

3. A soil knife

A soil knife (or hori-hori) is a

Japanese tool with a blade on one side and a serrated edge on the other.

It will cut through roots deep in the soil, so weeding and plant removal from deep in the ground is quick and easy… and dare we say it, rather satisfying!

4. Weeder

A trip to the garden centre can sometimes be a confusing and bewildering experience. Everything on display, feasibly, has a purpose, and a good one at that – but at risk of blowing your entire budget on the latest equipment that promises to energise the flora and fauna of your outside space, here are our top eight tools that every garden must have. and in small ruts, meaning

A weeder is brilliant for removing plant matter thatandslabs,betweencaughtpavingalongedgesinsmallruts,meaningthedaysofbackbreaking yanking of weeds are over.

5. Rake

Leaf debris can make even the healthiest of gardens appear unkempt, but your friendly rake will sweep aside any dead matter to give the lawn a smooth finish. And, of course, you can also use it on soil.

6. Shovel and trowel

There’s nothing quite like digging a hole when wanting to feel connected to nature; and providing your back can deal with the impact of

hammering a metal blade into soil that, inevitably, will have lumps of rock in it, shovel away to your heart’s content.

For smaller areas, and when tending to garden beds, a trowel is a must-have.

7. Kneeling pad

For little more than a fiver you can save your knees from impending, aching doom with a soft kneeling pad.

8. A hose

Finally, you’ll need your garden’s life source, water, available on tap, literally. Hence, a good hose for watering is essential, and certainly saves you lugging a watering can up and down the garden!

TheGreenfingers…AlanTitchmarshColumn

He’s a brilliant presenter, accomplished gardener, talented novelist and all-round horticultural inspiration. is month, Alan Titchmarsh discusses the changing seasons, and why he ventures out into his garden in any weather.

I’ve been talking to a number of people over these summer months and it’s always a pleasure. Naturally, it feels like the part of the year where we all come out and celebrate what it is to have a space that is all ours – we all share in the successes and, okay, some of the failures too!

Yet what’s interesting is the fact the longer the summer goes on, the more the chat seems to evolve. ere is an unspoken devil in the air, and it goes by the name of winter, where gardeners all across the UK dread not just the hibernation of some of the creatures in their garden, but their own removal or withdrawal from service as the skies grow darker and rain threatens.

Of course, I can see why so many of us sink into this

mindset of what is e ectively a subconscious filling of time before things start to pick up again in early spring. ough as I have said on many occasions, there are still so many plants that flourish across the winter months that we can take real pleasure from, so I would be firm in encouraging people to look at winter as a lot more than just a time when we feel like stepping o the neverquieterroutineCertainly,carousel.gardeningmyinthosemonthschanges.Whether rain,

hail, sleet or snow, I will always po er around the garden. Okay, so in the winter months it’s a lot more di cult to sit still in a garden anyway, but just ge ing out there, soaking up the air and feeling the natural goodness around you, is really Iinspiring.getmucky

every day when I’m at home, and if I’ve got a day of work or filming that will take me away from the house, I’ll always make sure I step out and spend some peaceful time alone before I leave – it sort of sets me up for the Ultimately,day.what

it’s all about is being out there, and believing you are making a di erence.

I’ve always thought

however tiny a patch of ground you have, if you look a er it well when you shu e o your mortal coil you’ve paid your rent for your life on Earth.

To leave that space just a li le bit be er than how it was previously is a very special thing, and no wintry rainstorm should stop us from wanting to achieve that!

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