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AT JOHN LEWIS

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BULLARDS GIN & 2019 PLANNER

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YOUR MUST-HAVE GUIDE TO LOCAL CITY LIVING

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NORWICH EDITION

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Colour analysis, body-shape styling, makeup advice and clothing for you to try and buy.

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Sun 2 Dec CZECH NATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA A programme to delight seasoned music lovers and newcomers of all ages £10 - £37.50 Wed 12 Dec - Sun 13 Jan ALADDIN Book your mystical magic-carpet ride for the whole family this Christmas £10 - £24.50 Wed 2 Jan BEYOND THE BARRICADE The best of Broadway and West End musicals £10 - £24.50

Tues 8 Jan A VISION OF ELVIS On the King’s birthday, enjoy the best Elvis Presley tribute act £10 - £25.50 Mon 14 – Wed 16 Jan RUSSIAN STATE BALLET OF SIBERIA One of Russia’s leading ballet companies £10 - £38 Thurs 17 – Fri 18 Jan JASON MANFORD MUDDLE CLASS A new show not to be missed £10 - £28.50

Sat 19 Jan BRITTEN SINFONIA: ELDER CONDUCTS BRAHMS AND MAHLER Sir Mark Elder conducts a programme of Britten, Mahler and Brahms £10 - £36 Tues 22 – Sat 26 Jan GUYS AND DOLLS The Norfolk and Norwich Operatic Society return with a brand new production £10 - £25 Tues 29 Jan – Sat 2 Feb ROMEO AND JULIET The RSC presents a fresh and contemporary version of the classic play £10 - £33

Book online: www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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AROMATHERAPY FACIAL, GOODIE BAG AND LUNCH

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17 2019 PLANNER 21 BULLARDS GIN

GIFT GUIDE

Our gift pages showcase the best from your local shops for Christmas

13 FOR HER 19 FOR HIM 23 INTU CHAPELFIELD 33 JEWELLERY 51 BEAUTY GIFTS 59 FOR HOMES 62 THORNS DIY

54 HYPNOTHERAPY

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57 WELLBEING OFFERS

Discounts on Yoga and Yamuna Body Rolling

27 HOMES

60 CHRISTMAS HOMES 64 PROFILE Arbons Carpet & Flooring

67 HOMEWARES

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69 BATHROOMS 70 GO RETRO 72 STYLE FILE

FASHION 25 KEEP COSY 26 BEST COATS 27 DRESSING UP TIME 30 FASHION NEWS

We talk to David McGee on its effectiveness

Trends for 2019

74 CHRISTMAS TREES

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69 FOOD

77 THE FOODIE

Local fayre & news

PEOPLE

79 DETOX, RETOX

(Yes, this could be you!)

& REPEAT

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38 THE LANES

80 PROFILE

40 PROBLEM SOLVED

82 PROFILE

The Norfolk Veg Box Co.

Independent’s news

The Pear Tree Inn

Do I need a Power of Attorney?

42 GENEOLOGY

Discover the secrets of your family

54 ROSS CAMPBELL

84 DINING OUT

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Norwich’s The Last Wine Bar & Restaurant

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Our Norwich expert advises on Invisalign treatments

86 Your guide to local entertainment...

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89 STOCKISTS 90 THE LAST WORD

44 LADY CORDELIA test drives the new VW Touareg

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Inside

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AT JOHN LEWIS

Plus...

BULLARDS GIN & 2019 PLANNER

LOVE YOUR LOCALS

♥♥♥♥♥

fashion beauty homes food

YOUR MUST-HAVE GUIDE TO LOCAL CITY LIVING

Welcome to the Vanilla Christmas issue!

It’s our YULETIDE ISSUE and, we think, a fabulous read. We’ve packed it full of everything you don’t have to go far to find so this year’s gift buying has never been easier!

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Editorial Laura Hall Advertising Nicola Secker-Bligh Production & Distribution Michelle Nicoll Contributors Sylvaine Poitau, Heidi Secker, Lucy Ohsten, Steve Hearnden, Jeff Jacobs, Jeanette Garlick and David Bawley Thanks to All our readers, supporters and advertisers

We’ve also got plenty of offers and some great competitions. Win a DECLÉOR AROMATHERAPY FACIAL (page 48)... or perhaps a delicious bottle of BULLARDS GIN (page 21) or a 2019 PLANNER (page 17). DON’T FORGET TO ENTER, it could be you...

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PLUS there are pages and pages of fabulous fashion, home inspiration for 2019, a bounty gift section and your usual helping of features and local info!

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NEWS ESCAPADES IN HOLT! An exciting new children’s book flies onto the bookshelves this Christmas! Based on historic stories about the town of Holt, and illustrated in full colour, the book guides readers along a trail through the town with tales, legends and historical

facts narrated by the town’s mascot; a Tawny Owl. Published by The Holt Society, the book is intended to 'make history come alive' for the young generation of Holt. Keeping the price low at £4.99 makes it accessible to as many children as possible.

Any profits from sales will be used to distribute free copies to school libraries, children's hospitals and hospices in Norfolk so all can enjoy Olly's escapades.

Available from The Holt Bookshop or contact the Society direct at info@theholtsociety.org

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A fabulous new clinic on St Benedicts Street, called NORWICH FACE & BODY CLINIC.The new busines

is the brainchild of Lauren McKaig, and is offering Norwich ladies (and men) a variety of high tech, nonsurgery aesthetic treatments, including the much talked about, 3D Lipo.

Read more about them on page 53, including a great 25% discount for readers over Christmas and New year!

newsonthestreet NORWICH PUPPET THEATRE

For over 30 years Norwich Puppet Theatre has been recognised as one of only three buildingbased puppet theatres in England. Not only producing shows, the theatre has a programme of workshops for young children throughout November and December including Christmas Characters, Gaming Legends, Magical creatures and MagiMation, a workshop specially for budding young animators!

For more info visit www.puppettheatre.co.uk

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 This year, Norwich Business Improvement District and VisitNorwich have launched a website dedicated to all things Christmas in the city. At norwichatchristmas.co.uk, you’ll find a comprehensive guide to what’s happening in Norwich from mid November, all the way up until early January, including one-off events, where to shop, and where to find Santa. Using the hashtag #myfestivefavourites, the public are encouraged to share their pictures of Norwich during the festive season, plus get involved in a very special competition…

THEY’RE ON! As we go to press the lights go on, so get yourselves into the city centre to admire the best Christmas city in the country.

THEATRE

LUCK BE A LADY IN NORWICH ...with Guys and Dolls!

Norfolk & Norwich Operatic Society brings one of the most loved musicals of all time to the Theatre Royal

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AILED AS THE PERFECT musical comedy, Guys and Dolls rolls the dice as it swaggers into the Theatre Royal Norwich in January 2019 with an exciting new production by the Norfolk & Norwich Operatic Society.

With a full orchestra and fabulous cast, this talented Company returns to the Theatre Royal following its tremendous success with Top Hat in 2018.

Set amidst the hustle and bustle of 1950s New York, Guys and Dolls brings Damon Runyon’s colourful characters to life as we follow the relationships of gamblers Sky Masterson (Phil Ormerod) and Nathan Detroit (Nick Bird), mission doll Sarah Brown (Holly Graham) and a nightclub singer with a permanent cold, Miss Adelaide (Andrea Ferguson) who, along with a host of dancers, gangsters and missionaries, cavort through the colourful and vibrant New York underworld in the pursuit of love and luck.

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Also returning this year is Professional West End director and choreographer Chris Cuming with a brand new production featuring an innovative set design using scenic projection, allowing the ‘set’ to come alive... it’s guaranteed to transport you from the heart of Times Square to the evocative setting of Havana, Cuba!

Guys and Dolls is one of the most loved musicals of all time and is packed with some of Broadway’s greatest hits including Luck Be a Lady Tonight, If I were a Bell, Adelaide’s Lament, I’ve Never Been in Love Before, and the show stopping Sit Down You’re Rockin’ the Boat!

Don’t leave it to Lady Luck!

Book now. ■

GUYS & DOLLS 22nd-26th January 2019 7.30 pm Matinee performances: Thursday & Saturday at 2.30pm Tickets: £25, £22, £18, £16, £10 Norwich Theatre Royal Box office 01603 630000 Or book online at www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk For more information about the NNOS, visit their website www.nnos.co.uk or follow them on Facebook and Twitter

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Emu Australia slippers £49 The Tannery

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Charlotte Tilbury Matte Revolution lipstick £24 Jarrold

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LET'S MAKE CHRISTMAS Whatever time of day you want to do your Christmas shop, you can shop ‘til you drop, then enjoy one of our five places to eat and drink.

The question is, which restaurant or café is your favourite?

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Enjoy a glass of wine recommended by our wine expert, Master of Wine Nick Adams, or a gin and tonic, while grazing on a platter of Norfolk cheese and meat, plus other delightful small plates.

The newest place to eat and socialise at Jarrold, The Exchange is open for brunch, lunch and early dinner offering an exciting menu of wood fired pizza, fresh pasta, salads, desserts and coffee, along with an extensive list of wines.

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BENJI’S RESTAURANT

The restaurant that families love as there is something for everyone; traditional English breakfasts, Sunday carveries, as well as hot food, a salad bar, soup, sandwiches and a selection of cakes and desserts. Oh and don’t forget the Jarrold scone!

A stylish coffee shop right near our cosy book department, Chapters offers speciality coffee and tea – including the popular coconut milk latte! Perfect for a quick pick-me-up between shopping – especially if you try one of the cakes!

For a delightful brunch, two-course lunch or a scrumptious afternoon tea, Benji’s has a delicious menu of dishes made from seasonal produce and independent local suppliers. The perfect place to dine with friends.

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Locals r u o y Love Cashmere robe £480 Homespun Cashmere

Beanie £15 River Island, intu Chapelfield

Cocktail book £9.99 Oliver Bonas, intu Chapelfield

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Vegan marshmallows £3.95 3.95 nakedmarshmallow.co.uk Faux fur scarf £20 River Island, intu Chapelfield

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HOW TO ENTER Email your entry, stating name, address, telephone number to:

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Terms & Conditions: Competition closes 31.12.18. Winners will be picked at random and no cash alternative will be offered.

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Mini wallet £59 The Tannery

Boldrini wallet £75 The Tannery Glenmuir cashere top £110 Robert Oliver

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Beard grooming set £19.99 Roys of Wroxham

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Wild Feet Fox Socks £8.99 Roys of Wroxham

Alan Paine cable knit cardi £150 Robert Oliver

Happy Socks £9.95 Jarrold

...FOR HIM Mens cable gloves £25 The Tannery

Lacuzzo boots £130 Robert Oliver

Seidensticker floral shirt £89 Robert Oliver

Burt’s Bees Hand Salve £11.49 Roys of Wroxham

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Creed Viking EDP £185 Jarrold

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Norfolk Gin 70cl in stone jar £42 Jarrold

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COPPER HOUSE PINK GIN

This year Adnams introduced its new Copper House Pink Gin which joins the Adnams range of award-winning spirits.

Enjoy the new pink variety of Copper House served on ice with tonic, fresh mint and raspberries. Made to enjoy at any time of year. It could be an ideal gift for Christmas, Valentine’s Day or a special birthday. www.adnams.co.uk

Win a bottle of Bullards Gin...

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Set of 4 gin glasses £24 Jarrold

Duménil Brut Premier Cru £31 Tastebuds Wines

Christmas case of 6 bottles of Beaujolais: ros £60 4 red, 1 white & 1 rosé Tastebuds Wines

worth £40

We have three to give away!

Norwich distillery, Bullards, has launched its newest gin, Old Tom, and introduced gorgeous new bottles across the range just in time for Christmas. Perfect in a festive cocktail, Bullards Old Tom combines rich and warming mouthfeel with mango softness and spicy complexity from pink pepper. For an added local touch, it’s sweetened with Norfolk honey and hints of vanilla. Mix with standard Indian or Elderflower tonic and garnish with grapefruit or lemon peel, vanilla or honeycomb for the ideal winter warmer. #TheSpiritOfNorwich

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SHOPPING

Butterfly baubles raise thousands for EACH

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rimming the tree is one of the most exciting times at Christmas. Untangling the fairy lights while sipping on a glass of mulled wine, it really signals that the magic of Christmas has arrived.

This year, intu Chapelfield is giving you the chance to add some new festive sparkle to your home, while supporting a local charity, and decorating your tree like royalty.

Norfolk’s biggest shopping centre has once again partnered up with children’s charity EACH, to sell beautiful, limited edition glass butterfly baubles.

The stunning decorations are on sale now, for just £15 each, with all proceeds going straight to EACH’s nook appeal; a £10 million campaign to build a new hospice just five miles south of Norwich, in Framingham Earl, and transform children’s palliative care.

Sheridan Smith, intu Chapelfield’s marketing manager says the butterfly baubles were extremely popular last year, and hopes to raise thousands more for EACH this time around.

“The butterfly baubles make a beautiful, unique gift for a loved one, or a stunning addition to your own home. And by buying a

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bauble, you’re not only supporting a great cause, but your tree will also have something in common with Royalty!

“HRH the Duchess of Cambridge is the patron of EACH, and in recognition of this, we gifted Princess Charlotte and Prince George a butterfly bauble each last year, to hang on their family tree. When we received a letter of thanks from Kensington Palace, we were thrilled. And of course, we couldn’t leave Prince Louis out this year, so another decoration has been sent by special delivery, ahead of his very first Christmas.”

“We really hope people will

want to add a bauble to their trees at home too, back the campaign and spread some festive cheer by raising thousands for the nook appeal.”

Each bauble contains a handmade, purple origami butterfly and sparkling gold lametta, and comes in a purple, satin-lined keepsake box. ■ To support EACH and add some new festive sparkle to your home buy your Butterfly Bauble from the Information Desk at intu Chapelfield or online at

www.each.org.uk Click ‘Get Involved’ follwed by ‘Events Diary’

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IS THE SEASON TO sparkle! From footwear that delivers twinkling toes to sequined partywear and accessories adorned with festive bling, Christmas simply wouldn’t be Christmas without a little glitter.

With its stores literally dripping with sequined, shimmering womenswear, intu Chapelfield shopping centre is packed with sparkling outfit ideas.

Sheridan Smith, intu Chapelfield’s marketing manager says: “With all the presents to buy, food to prepare and others to think about, we’re sometimes guilty of putting ourselves at the bottom of the Christmas shopping list. But this year, make it your time to shine. And start planning your sparkling party outfit now.

“Put the gift list to one side, and indulge in some shopping time, just for you. Browse beautiful collections at H&M, Zara, Monsoon, River Island, House of Fraser and our newest fashion store, Oliver Bonas, to discover where you want to sit on the sparkly fashion spectrum!”

“Christmas and New Year is a time when you have every reason to wear head to toe sparkle.

Feel fabulous in a sequined dress, add more glitz with a pair of shimmering heels, a bold statement earring, and why not treat yourself to a fun, sequined clutch bag too.”

“A new party outfit can instantly put a smile on your face, and there really is no better season than Christmas to shop for a dazzling look. Consider it a gorgeous gift from you to you!”

Beaded top £55 River Island

Sequin midi dress £99 Monsoon

Your time to shimmer & shine!

Dress £39.99 Zara

Jumpsuit River Island

Earrings £10 River Island

Sequin top £69.99 Zara

Earrings £22 Oliver Bonas

Glitter kitten heel boot £59 Monsoon Sandals £28 Missguided at schuh Bag £30 Accessorize

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Multicoloured knit £99 Noa Noa

Oui stripe and sequin Jumper £159 Jarrold

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KEEP Poncho £29 Stock Shop

Mint Velvet jumper £69 Jarrold

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Sequin star tunic £29 Stock Shop

These stylish knits are sure to keep you snug through the season.

Spread the warmth by buying local too!

Cashmere blend faux fur wrap £65 Jarrold

Mint Velvet jumper £79 Jarrold

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Mint Velvet bee jumper £99 Jarrold

Nina cashmere jumper £120 White Stuff

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Levi's Frida check pattern coat £199 Jarrold

Oversize coat £99 Gallyons

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Oversize coat £99 Zara, intu Chapelfield

M&S Collection Coat £79 M&S

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Faux fur collared coatigan £55 Stock Shop

Yaya coat £199 Scarlet

Long padded coat £135 White Stuff

Musto Burghley quilted jacket £275 Gallyons

Checked coat £110 River Island, intu Chapelfield

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T H E TA N N E RY FINE LEATHER TO GIVE AND TO HOLD

Handbags | Briefcases | Satchel Bags | Luggage Shoes | Wallets | Belts | Gloves

Norfolk Yarn THE TANNERY

Brands: The Tannery | Bellroy | Bric’s | The Bridge Texier | Pampeano | Leonhard Heyden | Crockett & Jones

Fine leather to give| Roncato and to hold Picard | Berwick | Mywalit | Tusting 2014/15

Fabric & threads l Rowan flagship store l Knitting, felting & spinning materials l Onsite workshops l

Norfolk Yarn, 11 Pottergate, Norwich NR2 1DS 01603 92703 4 www.norfolkyarn.co.uk info@norfolkyarn.co.uk

For Christmas gift inspiration, come to The Tannery!

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FASHION Sparkle dress £75 River Island, intu Chapelfield

Vero Moda dress £48 Jarrold

Velvet jumpsuit £99 Monsoon, intu Chapelfield

Vero Moda jumpsuit £40 Jarrold

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Jacket £80 Monsoon, intu Chapelfield

Camisole top £28 River Island, intu Chapelfield

£29.99 Zara

Beaded necklace £17 Accessorize Embellished trousers £28 River Island, intu Chapelfield

Sequin maxi £79.99 Zara, intu Chapelfield

£30 River Island

£55 Oliver Bonas

Layered metallic dress £35 Stock Shop

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s the year draws to its end, the weather gets bleaker and the days draw shorter, should we be depressed?

Absolutely not! At Oculus we can reflect on a great year just gone. We’ve had the pleasure of lots of new people coming to see us, trying and buying fab new eyewear.

We’ve loved the way the people of Norwich have embraced our exciting and different eyewear. A lot have mentioned how much we are like the opticians they've seen in Paris, Rome and Milan.

This is not a coincidence, it's exactly what we set out to be. It is a different experience to what you've been used to. In the UK, generally people visit their optician after they have had a reminder to get their eyes retested, then they may or may not renew their glasses. On the continent, people will pop into their optician and browse at the new fashions. They may fancy

some new eyewear for a holiday, a new job or very often just because they want a change in the same way as changing your hair style or colour.

It’s exciting to look forward to the new year as well.

We are looking forward to visiting MIDO in Milan, the worlds biggest eyewear show in February. We have also started working with a frame designer in Rome, who will be designing and manufacturing eyewear exclusively for us and the people of Norwich.

So a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to all our clients and Vanilla readers, and a huge ‘Thank you’ to all of you who have purchased eyewear from us or even just popped in to say ‘Hi!’.

Jeff@Oculus

16 All Saints Green, Norwich NR1 3NA 01603 763764 Check out our new website www.oculusnorwich.co.uk

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FASHION

Bella Singleton

Monkey Glasses

Cashmere blend scarves 45cm x 215cm £135

● Bella Singleton makes highly original and superbly designed silk scarves that are a real delight. They rank with the highest quality products of this type anywhere in the world.

Being an illustrator at heart, all prints are hand drawn by Bella with her imagined “doodles” and marks, morphing into a wacky and wonderful combination of images.

Available in Norwich at the Fairhurst Gallery, Bedford Street; the Sainsbury Centre, UEA or online at www.bellasingleton.com

Milly J Shoes Snow White shoes

● Monkeyglasses® design philosophy has always been “look good while doing good”. The eyewear from this Danish brand, have a Nordic look and are designed for the conscientious consumer – providing a sustainable choice for growing number of people in need of glasses and sunglasses. The design team are focused on zero waste, and most of all waste material from making the frames are given new life by being transformed into accessories. For some of the frames they use a ‘super slim’ material, that is only 4mm thick and very light, making the glasses very comfortable for the wearer.

Available exclusively in Norwich at Cecil Amey

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● The home of Milly J Shoes has moved home!

They have relocated to a bigger shop in the heart of Norwich, in the beautiful historic Tombland area, situated opposite the main entrance to the cathedral. Strikingly unconventional art-to-wear... quirky limited edition shoes and boots can be commissioned by entrepreneur Emily Jupp. Have a browse for all things shoe-related including these cute Christmas shoe clips >>>

Christmas Pudding £35 Hearts £15

Milly J Shoes, 12 Tombland, Norwich

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Multi award-winning Strikingly Unconventional shoes from the footwear designer of the year Milly J Shoes ...and so much more.

Do come and browse!

12 Tombland, Norwich NR3 1HF 11am-6pm Wed-Fri

9:30am–5:30pm Saturday

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The other Curator FA S H I O N • J E W E L L E R Y • D E C O R

Bursting with colour and quirky bohemian and vintage style, The Other Curator oozes creativity, expression and fun. Shopping here is an experience you won’t forget. Everywhere you turn something beautiful winks at you enticing you to come, touch, feel, try and play.

Find us at Norwich Market Stall 138/139, Market Place Norwich NR2 1ND

open: Mon-Sat 11am to late afternoon tel: 01953 860512 / 07940 377998 www.theothercurator.co.uk

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family jewellers 10 ALL SAINTS GREEN • NORWICH • NORFOLK • NR1 3NA OPPOSITE JOHN LEWIS

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Reed double loop pendant 9ct yellow gold £565 Sonkai

Marco Bicego 18ct gold Lunaria earrings from £935 Aurum

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Marco Bicego 18ct gold Lunaria bracelet £1480 Aurum

Collette Waudby 9ct rose gold & silver earrings £225 Aurum

AnnaMaria Cammilli rose gold and diamond ring £2195 Aurum

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9ct yellow gold and pearl reed earrings £530 Sonkai

Marco Bicego 18ct gold Lunaria ring from £705 Aurum

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AnnaMaria Cammilli rose gold and diamond earrings £2525 Aurum

Rachel Jackson London Rockstar cuff £275 Jarrold

9ct yellow gold green tourmaline and green sapphire cluster ring £530 Sonkai

Stardust gold bracelet from £275 Trollbeads

Rachel Jackson star hoops £50 Jarrold Sif Jakobs earrings £149 Bradley Hatch

9ct yellow gold halo rings from £227 Sonkai

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Flint bar pendant in silver with diamond £425 or in white gold £660 Sonkai

Cannele Trois diamond ring £4,995 Aurum

Silver tone and mother of pearl pendant £49 Jarrold

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Rachel Jackson star hoops £50 Jarrold

Palladium diamond engagement ring 0.15ct £630 Bradley Hatch

Oxidised silver Morphology earrings £155 Aurum

Cannele sapphire ring £1,995 Aurum

Northern Lights bracelet £148 Trollbeads Rachel Jackson Shooting Star diamond bracelet £85 Jarrold

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Silver Morphology cuff £275 Aurum

Clair de Lune diamond ring £2,995 Aurum

Platinum & rose gold 3 stone engagement ring £2,825 Bradley Hatch

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Black Friday bangle £191 Trollbeads

Coeur De Multicolour Winter necklace, bracelet and earrings from £42 Bradley Hatch Stardust bracelet £869 Trollbeads

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Certificated Padparadscha sapphire and diamond ring £6950 Albrow & Son

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French Art Deco platinum and diamond bracelet POA Albrow & Son

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THE LANES

LIFE IN THE NORWICH L ANES 18 NOV & 21 DEC THE WIZARD OF OZ Follow the yellow brick road and catch a classic at Cinema City!

Sunday 18 at 1pm & Friday 21 at 10.30am Cinema City, Norwich

31 DECEMBER SOUL TRAIN NEW YEAR’S EVE A night train taking you on an uplifting journey filled with Funk, Soul, Disco and Motown classics, leading you along the tracks and grooves with those licks of hard hitting horns, punchy rhythms and storming beats!

9pm–2am Open Norwich.

Earlybird £12/ VIP £35 SAT 26 JANUARY DAVE PEARCE 90’S DANCE ANTHEMS Out Of Space is a night dedicated to the best 90’s dance anthems and following the SOLD OUT launch night they are returning with a huge show in both the Banking Hall and Clubroom featuring the very special guest DJ Dave Pearce.

9pm–2am Open, Norwich

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15-31 DECEMBER JAMES AND THE GIANT PEACH Roald Dahl's extraordinary adventure of a little boy and a GIANT peach! James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known... David Wood is the foremost adapter of Roald Dahl's stories for the stage. His faithful, fun-filled versions are enjoyed by all ages. Maddermarket Theatre. Suitable for ages 4+ Tickets £15/£10, Family ticket £42, Adult & Child £21 SATURDAY 15 DECEMBER FLATLANDS FESTIVAL CRIMBO PARTY Expect fantastic live bands in the main hall and DJs in the bar until late. From Funk & Soul, Afrobeat, Dub to Hip Hop and more!

Featuring Binbag Wisdom, Nebula Sun, Piece and DJs Norwich Arts Centre Tickets £12 Advance / £15 SUNDAY 9 DECEMBER NORWICH CREATIVE MARKET With over 50 stalls of high quality, handmade goods it is the perfect opportunity to find your loved ones the perfect gift. Free entry.

11am – 7pm The Halls

SUNDAYS & WEDNESDAYS GEETAR AT FRANK’S BAR Get cosy this winter with acoustic music every Sunday (7.30pm) and Wednesday (8.30pm) evenings at Franks Bar. With Sunday Films too shown every Sunday from 5.30pm in their back room. Franks Bar www.franksbar.co.uk

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Think of it just like scheduling a session at the gym, or committing to meditation or yoga – but for reading.

It’s BYOB (bring your own book) too with a suggested donation of £2.

The Book Hive Every Wednesday 5.30pm – 6.30pm For the most up-to-date information check online at www.norwichlanes.co.uk

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Do I need a Lasting Power of Attorney?

MY QUESTION: I already have a Will but one of my friends has suggested I consider making a Lasting Power of Attorney. I am not really sure if I need one and where to start?

ANSWER: Many of us know the importance of making a Will but not so many consider the importance of making a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). LPAs are often associated with becoming elderly or being diagnosed with dementia however this is not the case as you can become mentally incapable of dealing with your affairs though illness or an accident at any age.

SO WHAT IS AN LPA?

An LPA is a legal document which allows you to appoint someone who you trust (your Attorney), to make decisions in relation to your property and financial affairs and/or health and welfare should

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you become incapable of making decisions for yourself.

There are two types of LPA and we recommend you make both types: Property and Financial Affairs LPA This allows your attorney to make decisions about your property and finances. This may include selling your property (if, for example, you need to go into care), paying household bills, dealing with bank accounts and general management of your finances.

Health and Welfare LPA This allows your attorney to make decisions about your personal

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REAL LIVES welfare. This may include, where you live, what treatments you receive and most importantly, you can give your Attorneys the authority to make life sustaining treatment decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so yourself.

WHY DO I NEED AN LPA?

We recommend that all clients consider making an LPA, as no one has an automatic right to make decisions on someone’s behalf. When it comes to your finances, many people believe their spouse, civil partner or “next of kin” can make decisions but this is not the case and even if you make somebody a signatory on your account, this authority will end automatically if you lose capacity. Even if you have joint accounts with somebody, the joint account holder has no authority to make sole decisions on the account and if you lose capacity these accounts can be frozen by the banks.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I DON’T MAKE AN LPA?

If you do not make an LPA and you become mentally incapable of managing your affairs, somebody must apply to the Court of Protection for a Deputyship Order. The application process is incredibly lengthy and expensive and can take several months to complete. You would also not have any control on who applies to be your Deputy and so the person who applies may not be the person you wish to manage your affairs. It is therefore very important to put LPAs in place appointing the people who you trust absolutely to take on such an important role. ■ December 2018/January 2019 Vanilla

POWER OF ATTORNEY Before making an LPA, consider who you want to appoint as your Attorney. ● Your Attorney can be anyone over 18 who is not bankrupt. ● It is vital that you have complete trust in your Attorney,

as they will be able to make all decisions about your property and finances and/or personal welfare. ● You can choose as many Attorneys as you wish as well as

deciding on any restrictions, and whether they act together or independently of each other. ● You can name replacements in case one of your Attorneys

dies or is unable to act, and you can also name people to be notified when application is made to register your LPA. ● You can appoint different Attorneys in each LPA.

DID YOU KNOW? Once you have made an LPA it cannot be used until it has been registered with the Office of the Public Guardian (OPG).

Your LPA can be registered at any time, but the benefit of registering it immediately after it is made is that your Attorney can use it as soon as the need arises, rather than having to wait for registration to be completed.

We are here to help...

If you would like any further information regarding LPAs or wish to make an LPA, please contact Kathrine Bearman, Wills, Probate and Tax Team on probate@steeleslaw.co.uk or 01379 652141.

Lawrence House, 5 St Andrews Hill, Norwich NR2 1AD

t: 01603 598000 e: bmartinelli@steeleslaw.co.uk www.steeleslaw.co.uk

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BRINGING THE PAST TO LIFE Discover the secrets of your family... through the generations

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VER WANTED to find out more about your family history and uncover its fascinating past?

Pro-Gen Research can bring it all to life, trace your family tree back to its roots, help you track down lost family, or reveal the history of a particular house.

Samantha Kimber, who runs Pro-Gen Research, is a genealogist and qualified lawyer. “Discovering family history is a fascinating process, and I have been involved in genealogical research for over ten years. I truly love what I do, it’s a wonderful subject to be involved in.

“It’s vital to have an empathetic approach to do this kind of work, and be mindful that family situations can be sensitive. Every family is different and understanding the dynamic is crucial before I proceed. It’s generally a good idea if immediate family members are aware of what I am doing, as this gets everyone on board and starts them thinking about stories they have heard, or anything that could help with my research.

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information at my disposal, because clients need me to be tenacious, professional and accurate. Unlike some companies I don’t use DNA testing, I research both online and off-line. Plus I have a network of contacts all around the world who help with my research. “

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“Another fascinating area I look at is house history research. I can build a picture of a house over many years and the families who lived there, and this could be your home!

“More and more women are asking me to research the maternal line of their family. This is an area that’s often overlooked, as people traditionally focus on the men who fought in wars, for example, but the women who were left behind have a fascinating history too.

“My clients are generally older, because they are more focused on their past and aware of their mortality. I tell my clients to talk to their family while they can, ask questions, winkle out those fantastic stories and keep them alive. Relive those experiences to bring the past into the present.” ■ THE GIFT OF HISTORY Have you considered that family history research can make a wonderful gift for a birthday or for Christmas?

Pro-Gen Research gift vouchers are available online. www.pro-gen-research.co.uk

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Lady Cordelia testdrives...

The cultured, feminine perspective on automobiles of the day

The hi-tech Touareg

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he New Volkswagen Touareg is distinctive, stylish, bold yet understated, and big; most of all big! Having said that, because it has a low roof-line and a wide stance, it still looks sporty and purposeful. This is a handsome vehicle to take to any event, any time, anywhere.

However classy it looks on the outside, the interior goes further, setting a benchmark for quality.

There is an abundance of leather, soft touch components and sophisticated bright trims to set off the look of exclusivity.

The seating position is high and as there are acres of glass, all round visibility is superb. Even rear seat passengers get the full sense of luxury due to the space and headroom along with all the modern comforts such as the ability to control heating and ventilation independently of the front seats and from side to side.

There are very few conventional

switches. Instead, the driver display and central touch screen are formed to look like a continuous pane of glass. It all operates like a smart phone with the ability to personalise which functions are displayed and where. Controlling the various functions is with hand gestures – and works beautifully, intuitively and clear.

The technology is at the top of the game. There are far too many features and options to give justice in a short review. The list of safety/driver assist items is quite extraordinary.

One of my favourites is the night vision camera which can display in the centre of the driver's dash.

The ability at night to spot the

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Ankle boots £59

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Chelsea overcoat

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Volkswagon Touareg Fact File Mpg: 43mpg (combined) OTR price: from £48,995 Comfort: ★★★ ★ ★ Economy: ★★★★ Class: ★★★★★ Verdict: Impressive and highly capable SUV. Classy! deer just about to jump in front of me while driving our country lanes is a super feature. There is even a ‘cross traffic assist’ to help avoid collisions with other vehicles entering from a side road; the sensors will be aware and help with avoiding action.

Pulling the horse-box is well catered for with four wheel drive, but to help Cousin Hermione, the towing package not only includes a tow-hook automatically set (tucked away when not in use) but has a ‘trailer reversing assist’. To reverse the trailer, you just set the target location using the electric mirror controls and the car will take over the steering!

All in all, the New Volkswagen Touareg is a really impressive, capable vehicle; time for a letter to Santa methinks! robinsonsmotorgroup.co.uk/volkswagen

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Independent repair and service specialists for Land Rover vehicles We offer servicing, repairs, MOT’s, vehicle upgrades and a recovery service for vehicles dating back to 1948 right up to the present day.

We are stockists of Allmakes, Bearmach, Britpart and genuine Land Rover parts, with a large stockholding and over 17000 stocklines.

We offer a daily delivery service across Norfolk and north Suffolk and aim to deliver within 24 hours of receiving your order.

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HEALTH

Thinking about getting Invisalign treatment?

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ur advancing digital world and rise of social media are together driving the desire to look our best – to always show off a great smile. That’s why an everincreasing number of people are specifically looking to Invisalign clear aligners to deliver the smile they’ve always wanted.

Since 2009, Ross has been offering his patients Invisalign, a tooth straightening treatment that is fast, easy, comfortable and nearly invisible.

So how does it work?

“The Invisalign system straightens teeth using a series of clear, nearly invisible, removable aligners that are custom-made for your teeth.

Each aligner is replaced weekly, as your teeth move, so little by little, week by week, your teeth gradually move towards the final position. There is no metal, no screws to tighten, just an unobtrusive, smooth, clear aligner.

“You can remove the aligners to eat and drink, so they fit around your lifestyle. And because they are made of a material that is nearly invisible, they are pleasant to wear and the patient isn’t self conscious.

“Patients using Invisalign

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only need to come and see me around every 6-8 weeks so we can monitor their progress, and they can come and pick up their aligners from the Practice and just change them at home, using a new one every week”

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hat makes Invisalign treatment with Ross Campbell even more appealing is that he uses an optical scanner to produce a 3D map of patients' teeth, rather than taking messy and uncomfortable impressions.

“The optical scanner is a fantastic piece of technology that makes the Invisalign process so much easier and far more accurate. It gives instant computerised results, so in seconds the patient can see, on screen, how their teeth will look at the end of the Invisalign process. It’s quick, easy and mess free.”

And Invisalign is also great news for teenagers! “Unlike traditional metal braces, Invisalign aligners are made of a smooth, clear material that’s virtually invisible and completely removable so young people can carry on enjoying contact sports, playing wind instruments and eating their favourite foods. It’s easier, faster and they can even track their progress using a smart phone app.

The Invisalign system transforms your smile and hardly impacts on your daily life.

For Andi Gibbs, Invisalign was a confidence builder. “As I got older I wanted to feel better

“The Invisalign system straightens teeth using a series of clear, nearly invisible, removable aligners that are custom-made for your teeth.

Each aligner is replaced weekly, as your teeth move, so little by little, week by week, your teeth gradually move towards the final position.”

about my teeth, as they weren’t as straight I wanted. I am a very smiley person, so it’s important for me to have confidence in my smile.

“The whole Invisalign experience for me was very positive indeed. The beauty of Invisalign is that it fits around your life, and you can manage it from home. The aligners are also invisible, so there was no embarrassment factor at all.

Ross was incredibly helpful and the overall value for money was superb. I feel great – it’s the best money I have spent in recent years.”■

READER OFFER During January Norwich dentist Ross Campbell will be offering a free Invisalign consultation giving you the opportunity to ask him questions and find out if this is the treatment for you.

To book your free consultation just call the practice and speak to Alison on 01603 660758

For more information, visit www.rosscampbell.co.uk

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For 40 years, Decléor's visionary approach to beauty has ensured it remains an expert in professional aromatherapy skincare. At John Lewis & Partners Norwich, Decléor have a beauty room where they offer many treatments including their Signature Aromatherapy facial - using their award-winning and iconic Aromessence serums and balms. Each treatment is adapted to suit your skins individual needs. The Signature Aromatherapy facial starts with a back diagnostic massage, followed by expert relaxation rituals using radiance renewing products. The treatment lasts for 1 hour and 15 minutes and costs £65, but is free when you purchase two or more Decléor products after the treatment.

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The Decléor counter offers professional skincare consultations to help you select the very best products for you and your skin.

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Facial rejuvenation using injectable dermal fillers & wrinkle-smoothing treatments All treatments are carried out by Dr McKenna, a medical doctor registered with General Medical Council and a Member of the Royal College of General Practitioners.

Yamuna Facial Therapy by Sharon Clark stimulates, relaxes and rejuvenates, offering a natural alternative to Botox, fillers and creams.

It provides a lift to the face and relief from the effects of facial tension caused by frowning, jaw clenching, teeth grinding, headaches and blocked sinuses.

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A course of treatments will change facial stress patterns with much deeper results.

Treatments with Sharon Clark are available at Rowan House Centre in Hethersett.

Call 01603 813984 or 07809 143900 to book an appointment or to buy Gift Vouchers. www.rowanhousecentre.co.uk/ therapies/yumuna-facial-therapy

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3D-lipo is one of the most sought after body treatments in the UK. 3D Lipo combines some of the very latest technologies for non-surgical aesthetic procedures such as Fat Freezing, Ultrasound Cavitation and Radio Frequency. These technologies can destroy fat cells or help to improve the texture, tone and appearance of problem areas on the body.

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Lauren McKaig (right) and therapist Chloe-Ellen at the new clinic in St Benedicts Street, Norwich

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N EXCITING addition to the thriving Norwich beauty scene is a fabulous new clinic on St Benedicts Street, the Norwich Face & Body Clinic.

The joint venture between entrepreneur Lauren McKaig and business partner Karen Jones, that opened last month, will be offering a variety of high tech, non-surgery aesthetic treatments.

Over the years Lauren has managed dental practices, a property development company, qualified as a gym instructor and beautician, not to mention renovating and letting out properties she owns! Lauren has brought together a formidable team, each with their own speciality and invested in some really state-of-the-art equipment, so they can deliver high level treatments for men and women.

Facial Aesthetics are carried out by Dr Savan Shah. He provides his patients with a tranquil, relaxed

atmosphere to air their concerns and always provides them with world-class care.

There are other fantastic specialists on hand who offer Holistic Therapies in the form of Reflexology, Massage, (specialising in Indian head, pregnancy and baby massages) Reiki, Aromatherapy, Crystal therapy and Mindfulness/Meditation workshops as well as the much in demand Eyebrow Microblading. Therapist Chloe-Ellen works alongside Lauren, on eyelash extensions, the much talked about 3D Lipo, Sleeping Beauty light therapy facials and anti-ageing/skin tightening facials.

It was through her own experience having 3D-Lipo treatments that Lauren found a gap in the market in Norwich’s advanced beauty services.

Lauren says, “3D Lipo instantly made me feel great and, because I didn’t think it was something

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widely offered in this area, I looked into setting it up as a business offering this and many other aesthetic and holistic treatments.”

The 3D lipo treatment melts away fat cells, tightens skin and even banishes cellulite. It uses ultrasound which disrupts the cell membrane and creates a vibration and the fat cell cannot stand the pressure it puts it under and it breaks down and then drains away naturally through the lymphatic system, through the liver.

The machine also smooths skin out using radio frequency.

It encourages the production of collagen naturally, which fills out the skin. A dermology treatment is used to loosen and break down lumpy, skin which again escapes the body via the lymphatic system.

The final treatment is cryolipolysis which tackles the nemesis of many women – bingo wings – by freezing the fat cells. 3D Lipo not only works on the body, but also the face offering two fantastic facials – one that focuses on skin tightening, the other anti-ageing.

The clinic is also offering the futuristic looking Sleeping Beauty Light Therapy Facial – a fabulous treatment using new LED style facial masks. Each LED mask uses colour light therapy (UV-free) in specific wavelengths via tiny LED bulbs to increase facial blood circulation and promote collagen production, reduce fine lines and wrinkles, skin healing properties, and acne reduction. ■ Norwich Face & Body Clinic offer free consultations and treatment taster sessions. Sign up to their mailing list for latest news, offers and treatment specials at www.norwichfaceandbodyclinic.co.uk

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subconscious changes. Hypnosis is perfectly safe and recognised by the medical profession. Research shows that hypnotherapy is effective in 93% of patients after six sessions.

“I see so many clients who have been on antidepressants for years, but the underlying cause of their depression has never been tackled. It is so much better to deal with things once and for all and start living life without emotional pain.”

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HE PRESSURES of life are greater than ever, and many of us feel weighed down by anxiety, fear, low self esteem and lack of confidence. But some people never tackle these issues and continue to carry them around.

This can often have a very negative impact on overall health and wellbeing.

David McGee is a professional hypnotherapist who has helped many people to make positive and lasting changes in their lives. “Life change is hard, but hypnotherapy is proven to be very effective in helping those suffering from emotional pain,” he says.

“Ten years ago my life was transformed when I went to see a

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hypnotherapist for help with clinical depression and terrible work stress.

The change in me was so profound that I decided on a career change and became a hypnotherapist myself. I want to help others achieve the same positive results.

“People are often suspicious about hypnotherapy, and think it’s perhaps a trick. But hypnosis is just focused concentration and relaxation, it’s not a stage show or ‘magic’ and clients are fully conscious throughout. It’s a fast and effective way to access your subconscious mind, which is where all our negative and sometimes emotionally harmful thoughts come from. Without using hypnosis it is difficult to make lasting

can help them to relax and allow their birthing experience to be more natural, gentle and calm.

“Unlike many hypnotherapists I offer a complementary 90-minute consultation where clients can come and talk about the problems they wish to address, have a hypnosis experience and find

out exactly how I can help them achieve life changing results.” www.dmhypnotherapynorwich.uk

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HAT KIND of negative feelings does David help his clients with, and are they often the result of ‘modern’ life? “Most of my work is helping people with problems such as stress, anxiety, depression, and low self esteem. It’s true that there are issues we have to deal with now that we didn’t have many years ago. Stress is higher, but we now feel it’s ok to talk about it and get help. We also tend to compare ourselves with others on things like social media. This self scrutiny is very negative, especially for younger people.

“I also offer hypnobirthing.

Mothers-to-be are often riddled by the fear of the pain of childbirth and this anxiety can make it so much worse. With hypnobirthing I

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BY JOELLE FORDHAM MOst(DO) PRINCIPAL OSTEOPATH AT BODY FLOW OSTEOPATHY If you moan and groan when you get up, struggle to get socks on in the morning and feel that you need time to get going, then you know that ‘Getting Old’ feeling!

People see their GP because they feel stiff, achy and lethargic just to be told: “you’re getting old” or “it’s old age”, accept it and learn to live with it...

However, in our clinical experience much can be done to help! This premature ‘Getting Old’ feeling is commonly caused by muscular pain and issues with misalignment.

A car doesn’t run efficiently if the tires are flat and the engine poorly tuned and our bodies are much the same: with efficient biomechanics moving becomes smoother, easier and requires less energy.

People often start feeling like their old self again within just a few sessions and find a new lease of life.

Reducing unnecessary pain and suffering is what we’re all about.

Our treatment approach is gentle and effective and our new clients often comments on how at ease they felt, having initially been apprehensive about booking an appointment.

Take the first step to beat the ‘Getting Old’ feeling: Contact us today!

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Life & Career Coaching Feeling lost, confused, overwhelmed or need direction?

Gain clarity and direction on the journey to where you want to be.

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ALWAYS WANTED TO TRY YOGA? Start the new year feeling zen with £15 off a run of 6 yoga classes with the Orange Grove. Usually £45, this exclusive offer entitles you to 6 weeks of yoga for only £30. The perfect way to bring in the new year!

‘Drop and Give me Zen’ yoga classes are taught

by Jackie Heffer-Cooke, founder of the Orange Grove Clinic, and ZenMuma teacher training school, at Norwich High School for Girls every Monday evening from 7.30pm. Combining Hatha with a blend of Vinyasa and Bhava, dressed with a little Yin, the classes are easy to follow, safe and enjoyable and are perfect for both beginners and intermediate yogis.

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DO YOU YAMUNA? Body roll your way into ease & release with Sharon Clark.

This is tension release at a whole new level: creating length in muscles and space in joints. As muscles release, the joint loosens up enabling freedom of movement and relief from pain.

Roll away everyday stress and anxiety. The effects are instant and you will experience

remarkable changes in your body after just one session. It realigns you, bringing all the parts back to where they are supposed to be, restoring the body’s natural balance.

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Segment Electrical Electrical installation, testing & fault finding

Segment Electrical is a small, family run, electrical contractors based near Norwich. We carry out electrical installation, fixed wire test and inspection, fault finding for domestic and commercial customers and PAT testing.

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open mon-fri 10-5, sat 9.30-5.30 & sundays 11-4 For more details please contact Graham Muff on: november December 20 lower goat lane, innorwich nr2 1el.& 01603 663299 01603 712470 OR 07917 414139 20 lower goat lane,info@thegigglygoat.co.uk norwich nr2 1el. 01603t:663299 www.thegigglygoat.co.uk e: segmentelectrical@outlook.com BLOFIELD HEATH, NORWICH • WWW.SEGMENTELECTRICAL.COM www.thegigglygoat.co.uk info@thegigglygoat.co.uk follow us on instagram & facebook! follow us on instagram & facebook!

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HOMES Ready planted teardrop terrarium £45 Posh Plants

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homestuff Wall art £35 Oliver Bonas, intu Chapelfield

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Set of 4 novelty side plates £19.50 M&S Sign £23.99 Berrys & Grey

Cheese Knife Set £20 The Kitchenary

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Set of Emma Bridgewater cake tins £29.50 The Kitchenary

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Extra large lit winterberry wreath £35 M&S Glass Christmas decs £14-£16 The Giggly Goat

Small zinc ice buckets £14 each Bam & Arrow

Ceramic bird dec £14 The Giggly Goat Frozen twig bauble £4.99 Berrys & Grey

Pink glass votive £6.50 Moose Interiors

3-D Christmas tree cookie cutter set £8 The Kitchenary

Mulled wine glasses £6.25 each Bam & Arrow

Flutes £6.25 each Bam & Arrow

Light up ceramic house £15 M&S

Sterling Silver bottle stopper £59.95 Gallyons Clear glass candlestick £24.99 Berrys & Grey

Metal hare tealight holder £58 The Giggly Goat

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Tealights £18 each Bam & Arrow

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DAB Radio with LCD £39.99 Thorns

Tower Bottega kettle £59.99 Thorns Stanley classic vacuum flask £38.99 Thorns

Morphy Richards My Pot pressure cooker £74.99 Thorns

Tower 2 Slice toaster £44.99 Thorns

Tower 5 piece damascus knife block set £29.99 Thorns

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RAC rose gold LED torch £3.49

Bypass pruner £6.99 Thorns

Irwin 8 piece splitproof chisel set £69.99 Thorns

Gift ideas from legendary local trader, Thorns

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34 piece socket set £29.99 Thorns

FlexGrip gloves and beanie hat £13.99 Thorns

Faithfull 5 piece woodworking kit £49.99 Thorns

4 Piece cheeseknife set £17.99

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The Kitchenary NORFOLK’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT COOKSHOP

Cookware & Bakeware Tools • Gadgets • Cake Decorations Home-brew equipment Cake tin hire

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Dec 24: 9.30am-2pm Dec 25-27: CLOSED Dec 28-30: 10.30am-4.30pm Dec 31: 9.30am-2pm Jan 1 : CLOSED Taverham Craft Centre (behind Taverham Garden Centre) Fir Covert Road, Taverham Norwich NR8 6HT

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Mon-Fri: 9.30am-5pm Saturday: 9am-5pm Sunday: 10.30am-4.30pm

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“We take the business of carpets and flooring very seriously and since we opened the shop in 2016 we have worked hard to stand out from the competition by offering an expert service that is second to none. We must be doing something right, because we have over 100 5-star reviews on Google!

“Our showroom is stocked with leading carpet brands such as Brintons, Axminster, Cormar, Ulster and Brockway. We’re also approved retailers for luxury tile flooring by Distinctive and Moduleo. You will find us open 7 days a week and we offer home visits from 8am to 7pm Monday to Saturday. Many of our customers take advantage of our sample loan service so they can

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see how a flooring will look in their home.

“Installation is at the heart of our business, and our fitters are all experts. We will always treat your home with respect, taking offcuts and old flooring away and vacuuming as standard.

“We are very proud to have recently become members of The Carpet Foundation. This is an important code of practice that shows we operate fairly and transparently and it sets us apart, not only from the ‘man with a van’ traders, but also unregulated carpet shops.

“Arbons prides itself on offering a friendly, fast and professional service, and we have recently added Richard to the team. He is very experienced, welcoming and is on hand to take care of all enquiries.”

Does John have any advice for readers about the dos and don’ts

of choosing flooring? “When choosing a carpet you need to think about whether wool or man made fibre is best. If you have small children where there may be spillages, or you suffer from allergies, then synthetic fibres are the way to go. Otherwise wool is a good choice as it tends to wear better.

“Colour selection is also something we help our customers with. Grey is very on-trend, but it can sometimes clash with brown, beige or even oak furnishings, so tone selection is key. A good compromise is a colour we call ‘greige’, which is a mix of beige and grey. This works very well with modern grey themes and your existing furnishings.” ■ Arbons Carpet & Flooring 94 Colman Rd, Norwich NR4 7EH 01603 443588 f t Arbons Carpet & Flooring

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FABRIC – WE LOVE IT!!

At NU Furnishings & Fabrics we are pleased be able to supply fabrics from the classic traditional through to the contemporary modern, from the sumptuous and luxurious through to the simply stylish.

VISIT OUR NEW SHOP! l Large fabric collection l Soft furnishings & upholstery l Made-to-order furniture

We offer a home consultation and advice service where you can choose from an extensive range of fabric sample books in the comfort of your own home or business.

l Upholstery accessories

Find us at: Notcutts Daniel’s Road Norwich NR4 6QP

l Children’s furniture

t: 01603 323122

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The Barns, Bridge House Farm, Attleborough Rd, Caston, Norfolk NR17 1DJ

The Sports Hall, Springfield Way, Hingham NR9 4HB

Unique antique furniture

Norfolk’s largest monthly antique fair

If you love antique furniture and interiors look no further.

If you fancy a trip out, we have a great showroom that you can come and visit, but please note we only take visitors by appointment. We also sell online through Antiques Atlas and sellingantiques.co.uk, please visit our website to find out more.

The fantastic thing about Hingham Antiques Fair is that the public can buy retail items, at very good prices, and it is a great place for dealers who want to regularly replenish their stock. The fair is very well attended by people from across the country and is open on the last Sunday of every month.

For information on Cloverleaf Home Interiors or Hingham Antiques Fair, please contact 01953 483691 • 07919 040909

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Norwich’s Bathroom & Kitchen Specialists

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Your one-stop shop Kitchen Design & Planning Traditional & Contemporary Bathrooms, Shower Rooms & Wetrooms Supply & Installation Over 30 Years Combined Experience

Frequent special offers & ex-display deals available Monday - Friday: 8am - 5pm Saturday: 9am - 3pm | Sunday: Closed

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Embrace the industrial vibe when you upgrade those bathrooms and wetrooms.

We love these stylish black grid printed glass wetroom panels from Aquaglass+ and Kudos. Follow suit with taps and tiling – from bargain white ‘brick’ effect tiles with grey grout to highly engineered Watermark ironware.

A made-to-measure service for shower enclosures is available at Concept Bathrooms & Kitchens. Angled doors and panels are the perfect solution for making the best use of awkward spaces, such as sloping ceilings in loft conversions.

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B&B Italia chairs (3 available)

Overdyed vintage Turkish patchwork rug £595 Ark Midcentury

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Cassina cognac chair £1500

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GO GORETRO

There is no doubt that retro trends in home furnishings are here to stay

Over dyed vintage turkish rug £750 Ark Midcentury Danish midcentury leather three seater sofa £1650 Ark Midcentury

New furnishings and fabric shop for Norwich

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This lovely new showroom and shop at Notcutts is well worth a visit.

They specialise in made-to-measure furniture, including children’s, and is packed full of top furnishing fabric and wallpaper brands – Sanderson, Jane Churchill, Villa Nova, Cole & Son to name just a few. They have a great selection of wipe easy oilcloths by the metre too, and of course what you really need... friendly and helpful advice.

NU Furnishing & Fabrics, Notcutts, Daniel’s Road, Norwich NR4 6QP

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Welcome to ARK, the friendly online furniture store based in central Norwich.

ARK is a collection of stylish mid twentieth century furniture ranging from utility pieces to design classics and rugs.

Our stock is small and handpicked for the workplace or home and exciting new pieces are always arriving each week.

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BY HOLLY PAGANI INTERIOR DESIGNER AT SALT INTERIORS

Trends for the year ahead Once again, the year has flown past and there are already murmurings about the new trends for interiors in 2019.

Pantone have predicted hot fiesta colours being used alongside this year’s favourite greens and blush tones. So, more pinks, reds and oranges as accent colours as well as a move towards more earthy tones and sandy hues. A welcome change from the cool greys and Scandi tones of the past few years I think.

There is also talk of curvy furniture, mid-century furniture, fringing, even more velvet being used in upholstery and big enveloping headboards! I love shaped headboards and often commission oversized, unusual shaped ones for my clients and this coming year I’m already thinking of going a bit further and having half testers made with lots of trimming. I’d like to use more braid and trim in general as I think it can really bring life to an otherwise plain cushion, chair or curtain.

Geometric wallpapers for ceilings

Osborne & Little braids and trimmings

Curvy furniture, big headboards and half testers in fiesta colours.

Fabric and wallpaper by Osborne & Little

Most unexpectedly though, it seems the ceiling is about to get interesting! Geometric wallpapers, colours and texture are all on the agenda to enliven a much-overlooked part of the room. And why not? Apart from trying to persuade your decorator to do it of course... ● For any of the soft furnishings shown here or for any interior design queries contact Holly at Salt Interiors: info@saltinteriors.co.uk.

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CHRISTMAS 2018

TALKING TREES HOW MANY TREES ARE SOLD EACH YEAR? The British Christmas Tree Growers Association estimates around seven million trees are bought each year.

HOW OLD IS A TYPICAL FULL HEIGHT TREE? A typical 6 to 7 feet high Christmas tree is between 10 and 12 years old. Seed is collected from trees either in the wild or in specially selected seed orchards, sown in a nursery where the seedlings then grow for three to four years. The young plants are then planted by a grower and grown on for a further seven to nine years.

WHICH IS THE MOST POPULAR VARIETY? About 80% of the trees sold are Nordmann Fir, around 10-15% Norway Spruce and the remainder are lesser known varieties.

HOW DO I KNOW I’M CHOOSING A FRESH TREE? A fresh tree will have a healthy green appearance with few browning needles.

Needles should be flexible and not fall off if you run a branch through your hand. Raise the tree a few inches off the ground and drop it on the butt end. Very few green needles should drop off the tree but it is normal for a few inner brown needles to drop off.

HOW DO I KEEP MY TREE AT ITS BEST? When you get it home, it is advantageous if about half an inch is cut off the butt in order to open up the pores of the tree. The tree should be kept outside in a cool shaded place, standing in water, until it is required indoors.

When the tree is brought indoors, mount it in a water-holding stand and place it away from direct heat, such as a radiator. Keep the container topped up with water every day; you will be surprised how much the tree drinks.

WHEN CAN I GET ONE?

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Our New flavour made in collaboration with The English Whisky Company is available for Christmas

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Norfolk chef returns!

The Brasserie restaurant at Barnham Broom Hotel, Golf and Spa has recently welcomed the talented Mark Elvin to the team as Head Chef.

Norfolk born and bred, Mark has returned to his Norfolk roots after spending much of his culinary career across the UK working in award-winning hotels and restaurants. He is known for serving classic, robust flavours with a modern twist.

Barnham Broom’s new menu has just been launched and features high-quality fayre with thoughtful

touches and extra flourishes.

Top of Mark’s recommendations would be textures of heritage beetroot with whipped goats’ cheese to start, followed by a hearty braised shank of lamb and parsley mash. For dessert, the dark chocolate truffle torte, caramelised figs and raspberry sorbet is perfect to tantalise taste buds!

New Nog ice cream

Lakenham Creamery are in festive swing following a very hectic summer. The Norwich based producer is delighted to announce a collaboration with another of Norfolk's most popular brands - The English Whisky Company. Their gourmet skills have combined to produce a delicious NOG ice cream which will be the perfect accompaniment to puddings and cakes served throughout the festive season.

Available in 500ml tubs from their factory shop or from your local food deli or farm shop - they

NEW advise stocking your freezer well before the Christmas Puddings are made as they expect the flavour to be a yuletide smash.

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Cocktails with a caffeine kick!

Alchemista Coffee Co in Norwich is certainly causing a buzz – and not just the caffeine variety! With a five-star rating on TripAdvisor already, they’ve recently been named by the Independent as one of the top places to go in the country for a coffee cocktail.

From mudslide-style boozy milkshakes to Irishesque concoctions with floating cream, Alchemista has six options on the menu. Our favourite is the Mysterium – hazelnut liqueur and coffee – combined to alluring effect, Frangelico, Kahlua and expresso, served on the rocks with a little cream.

Future cocktail events are being planned, but in the meantime, spice up the Christmas shopping or book an office cocktail tasting with a pit-stop in St Gregory’s Alley...

Alchemista, 4 St. Gregory’s Alley, Norwich NR2 1ER t: 01603 624218    Alchemista Coffee Co

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SHORT BREAKS

One of the ‘Outstanding’ rooms

Mind, body, and a bit of spirit... by the sea!

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HRISTMAS is all about spoiling ourselves, and our loved ones, but we can often feel a bit sluggish after the over indulgence of the festive season! But here’s a chance to press the reset button and get a New Year spring in your step.

The beautiful Swan Hotel in Southwold, is offering a special ‘Detox, Retox & Repeat’ short break that’s guaranteed to make you feel relaxed and refreshed.

Designed for couples, the short break begins with dinner at The Swan, an overnight stay in one of the hotel’s stylish rooms – choose from ‘Excellent’, ‘Fabulous’ or ‘Outstanding’ – and then wake up for a ‘Detox’ private yoga session on the beach as the sun rises over Sole Bay. After you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy a sumptuous breakfast back at the hotel, followed by a ‘Retox’ tour and tasting in the Adnams Distillery.

Daniel Ayers, from Adnams,

says: “This is the perfect postChristmas getaway for couples, and it’s a great way to chill out and relax on our beautiful coast.

The ‘Repeat’ part of the package encourages guests to extend their stay and do it all over again if they want to, or they can always come back at a later date.

“We wanted to incorporate the opportunity to try a few spirits as part of the break, because the distillery tour and tasting is a very popular experience for hotel guests. Our aim is to meet the needs of the mind and body… with a bit of spirit as well!”

The Swan is well known as more than just a hotel; it offers fantastic food and drink, a wide choice of wellness breaks, and the chance to immerse yourself in Adnams brewery and distillery – not to mention their growing range of low- and no-alcohol beers and wines. So is competition in the boutique hotel business hotting up, and do people expect more

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Detox, Retox & Repeat at The Swan: the perfect post-Christmas getaway

from their hotel experiences these days?

“Of course we have to be competitive, but we believe our offering is unique and very special,” says Daniel. “The Swan and Southwold are 'destinations' so we are spoiled for choice when it comes to creating memorable experiences for our guests.

“I do think people want more from their hotel breaks these days, more than just a room and dinner, because it adds value to the whole stay. We want them to appreciate everything the area has to offer, and have the best possible experience.” ■

Detox, Retox & Repeat short breaks can be booked between 2 January and 31 March 2019 at any time of the week.

For more details or to book, go to theswansouthwold.co.uk or call 01502 722186

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Fresh, flexible… and delivered to your door!

HEY’RE a friendly bunch at Norfolk Veg Box, and they do exactly what it says on the tin…or box in their case!

They’re just the ticket at this time of year, when we need only the finest seasonal veg for the table.

So here’s the answer; the freshest veg, salads and fruits, delivered straight to your door. Right on time!

Owner Richard Ewin says: “Norfolk Veg Box is a local, Norfolk family-run business, and we work closely with a wide range of excellent local producers and growers to create healthy and delicious seasonal veg boxes that contain only the freshest vegetables, salads and fruits. Our boxes are great value and we

deliver right to the door of homes and businesses throughout Norfolk.

“This is a very busy time for us, no Christmas meal would be complete without crisp sprouts, buttered carrots and of course the ultimate roast potato! We are here to ensure they all arrive on time; and they are the best and freshest possible.

“Freshness is what we’re all about, and our customers tell us our produce lasts far longer than other suppliers. This is because, on average, the local produce we source takes no longer than two days to get from field to our boxes.

“We’re flexible too, you can choose exactly what you want in your veg box, so you don’t get

something you don’t like, or we have a range of standard boxes that contain a superb mix of different seasonal produce. We can also source other produce from further afield, if you have a specific need.

“A priority for us is reducing waste and our environmental impact. To help minimise our carbon footprint we use a weekly delivery route to cover most of the county. We try not to use packaging, but where we do we use bio-degradable brown paper bags, and we re-use our delivery boxes as many times as we can.

Since starting in 2009 we have always strived to minimise our use of single-use plastic.

“We deliver right to your door, covering the vast majority of Norfolk, so you have the complete confidence that you will get the best every time, and the convenience that it will arrive when you need it.”

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SEASONAL VEG TO YOUR DOOR: On average it takes less than two days for local veg to get from field to boxes

Take the headache out of buying your Christmas veg. Order everything you need from Norfolk Veg Box and it will be delivered on time, straight to your door.

No hassle!

When can you order?

From the beginning of December.

Last orders?

No later than Tuesday 18 December.

How much?

Special Christmas boxes start from £15. They contain all the traditional veg for the Christmas meal and will feed four people on Christmas Day and well beyond! Or create your own veg box from a wide choice of produce. ● For more info and to order visit norfolkvegbox.com

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The Wine Report

BY STE VE HE ARNDEN

VENDANGES TARDIVES £29.50

BEAUJOLAIS ROSÉ £8.60

Christmas is about to come again.

Whenever I think about Gewürztraminer Vendanges Tardives, I always think about rich fruit cake, as it is a perfect wine to go with cake! Could be Simnel cake, I guess for Easter but... it is Christmas.

Anyway, Michel Fonné does produce a fantastic wine, it has strong, spicy and sugary aromas, which linger in the nose for some while. The grapes are hand and late picked, the latter ensuring the grapes are full of sugar. A little frost does them no harm and increases the intensity of all the senses. A deep yellow colour, almost edging towards a pale brown gives the game away as far as the taste is concerned. A rich sweetness hits the front of the tongue, the flavours gliding over the rest of the tongue.

Spicy with honey overtones, sweet but not cloying, smooth with an aftertaste of spiced fruit. The 2008 vintage has proved to last a long time, and remember when you drink this chilled, only have a small glass and sip rather than drink it in one gulp!! It will remain very good opened for a few days and it is worth making it last. Not cheap at £29.50 per bottle but for that something very special it is worth every penny.

As an aperitif why not try a Beaujolais Rosé – new in at Tastebuds – light and dry with well balanced acidity and fruit. Perfect with nibbles and great value!

All wines are available from Tastebuds Wines Limited.

Call 01603 713925 for an appointment to visit our warehouse or order online at tastebudswines.co.uk

The Last ... still a discovery.

Eat, drink and relax at The Last, with a choice of bar snacks or à la carte; beer, local spirits, wine or soft drinks; just a drink, a light lunch or a leisurely dinner.

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Nick & Lesley Pears , the beating heart of The Pear Inn

A hearty welcome at

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E ALL LOVE a good, traditional pub for a cosy pint in the winter and a refreshing tipple outside in summer, so we are thrilled to profile one of the newest in Norwich – The Pear Tree Inn, on Unthank Road.

Owned by Nick Pears and his wife Lesley, the couple moved from Hong Kong with their 3 children 6 months ago with the aim of creating a great local pub in Norwich where everyone would feel welcome.

“When we first walked into the building it felt like a real pub, and we knew it was the place for us,” said Nick. “I have worked in the pub trade for over 20 years all over the world and I think Norfolk and Norwich are wonderful, with so much potential.

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“The Pear Tree Inn feels like an old, snug traditional village pub, and it appeals to students, couples, families; everyone who wants to be in a friendly place where they can relax and feel at home. We are keeping it simple and focusing on just making it a great place to be.

“Our first summer here was incredible, and our deck outside during the endless hot days was the perfect place to cool down.

We are dog friendly too, and our new Husky puppy is the main attraction at the moment! People have told us they are very happy this place is a real pub again.”

The drinks on offer are designed to appeal to everyone, with a great selection of wines, local ales and craft lagers. “We have developed our own drink,

the aptly named Pear Tree Craft Lager, which is going down very well indeed,” says Nick.

So what about food? “There are so many gastro pubs in Norwich that we are focusing on the drink for now,” Nick explains. “But we plan to introduce a great Sunday Roast soon, and then a menu of traditional hearty winter meals that tie in with the values of the pub, such as suet pudding, plus seasonal menus and vegan food as well.”

The pub is also a popular venue for live music every Thursday night, but not for loud heavy rock! “Our performing space isn’t very big, so we host an eclectic mix of small groups that are great to listen to over a drink.”

Let the good times roll at this wonderfully laid-back pub. Why not book your Christmas party at the Pear Tree Inn and get the season off to a hearty start?! ■ The Pear Tree Inn 79 Unthank Rd, Norwich NR2 2PE 07707 999649 f Pear Tree Inn Norwich

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THE LAST WINE BAR & RESTAURANT

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quick straw poll of out of town friends recently revealed some horrifying results.

They said that they drive to the city, park near the river and eat at the chain restaurants there.

Every. Single. Time.

To me, that’s like turning up to Willy Wonka’s chocolate factory and asking for an apple. Or arriving at a champagne vineyard, only to order a can of coke.

Norwich is home to many independent restaurants which serve great food in a variety of cool, cute and stylish surroundings.

One of the oldest is The Last Wine Bar, formerly a Victorian shoe factory but now in its 29th year as a restaurant. You'll find it

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on St George’s Street, a stone’s throw away from the Playhouse.

You’ll love the New York feel of the bar area – bare wooden floors, brickwork and original features. It’s a great stop after a long day shopping. A cold quince gin, a seat by the window, and sore feet and heavy bags are soon forgotten. The lower level downstairs with seating booths is perfect for a cosy meal on date night and the restaurant area with crisp, white table linen is lovely for an occasion or pre-theatre food.

The Last’s loyal following have long enjoyed seasonal and fresh ingredients sourced locally, complimented by a fantastic wine list.

But the thing that really struck me during my visit was the buzzy

atmosphere and super friendly service.

Water arrived quickly, bread and a deliciously nutty olive oil were thoughtfully dropped off while we took our time over the menu.

Melt-in-the-mouth pork belly and a halloumi salad with fig and sweet honey were on the table in no time. Our server was attentive and helpful when it came to the wine, providing samples for us to try. Wine is a speciality in the restaurant, of course, but don’t be intimidated.

We loved the helpful descriptions underneath each listing and frankly, who doesn’t want a glass of ‘pure sunshine’ or at least to try a wine that is 'juicy, supple, delicious' or which gives ‘great pleasure’!

The chargrilled fillet steak was cooked to perfection and the gnocchi I had was homemade.

Such details, are not missed by me. All of the food is beautifully presented too, giving you a real sense of the quality values The Last Wine Bar holds dear.

While it is one of the city’s longest serving restaurants, it’s still one of the best. The experienced staff, warm atmosphere and delicious food means it has to go on your ‘must try’ list. REVIEW: HEIDI SECKER St Georges St, Norwich NR3 1AG5 t: 01603 626626 www.lastwinebar.co.uk

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A family run pub in the heart of Norwich’s Golden Triangle. Nick & Lesley Pears bring to the community a great little local pub that caters for everyone...

Tasty food, damn fine coffee and cocktails.

Your taste buds are in for a treat.

Dog friendly, family friendly, a great drinks offer and food coming soon!

Pop in and say hi soon :) 79 UNTHANK ROAD, NORWICH NR2 2PE www.peartreeinnnorwich.com

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Whether planning an intimate gathering of your nearest and dearest or a big celebration, we have a range of exclusive use spaces at your disposal. Our Maddermarket rooms make the perfect setting for formal dinners, our Lounge the ideal place to relax with an afternoon tea and for larger parties our stunning Walnut Suite will simply blow your guests away. We have a range of dining options from set menus, buffets and canapes to afternoon tea created by awardwinning Head Chef Iain Inman.

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Carols with the King

NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS Norwich 25 NOV-24 DEC

Jarrolds’ Father Christmas Grotto Have you been good this year?! Father Christmas will be in his grotto on the Third Floor, waiting to hear those special Christmas wishes. Grotto opening times vary. Tickets £4 www.jarrold.co.uk/events 29 NOV- 3 DECEMBER

Norwich Christmas Tree Festival Come and see a glittering array of decorated Christmas trees in the pews of St Peter Mancroft.

Viewing Times: Thur 10am – 8pm; Fri-Sat 10am-5pm; Sun 1-6pm Mon 10am – 4pm.

St Peter Mancroft 29 NOV-1 DEC

Global Village Market There will be indoor stalls on all three days with

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Bad Manners Christmas Special

Norwich Cathedral at Christmas

We welcome groups of any size – large or small – to enjoy an evening of excellent 4-course dinner, followed by entertainment from DJ or live band.

store singing a festive mix of traditional and new carols. Feel free to join in with all those you know.

traders, illustrators and makers selling beautiful gifts from around the world. This market offers German bratwurst BBQ and Gluhwein, carols and brass bands, and plenty to fill your stockings!

£54.95/ £34.95pp Barnham Broom

10am - 5pm Free entry at The Forum

SATURDAY 8 DECEMBER

SUNDAY 2 DECEMBER

Carols with the King Norfolk's own Elvis tops the bill at this ever-popular annual Christmas concert.

A fantastic mix of Elvis' seasonal hits, plus other classics... and a carol or two! Includes a charity raffle and fabulous prizes.

6.30 for 7pm The Forum 7 & 20 DECEMBER

Manhattan Christmas Party Nights Celebrate in true New Yorker style at Barnham Broom in the glamorous Manhattan themed marquee party nights.

Bad Manners Christmas Special

Bad Manners were one of the many bands to take their inspiration from The Specials and the ska revival movement in England in the late 70s. Known for their bald, enormousbodied frontman, Buster Bloodvessel's silly on-stage antics, they managed several U.K. hits including Ne-Ne Na-Na Na-Na NuNu, Lip Up Fatty, Special Brew and Can Can. £20 8pm Epic Studios SUNDAY 9 DECEMBER

Carols at Jarrolds Listen to the Norwich Philharmonic Choir as they move around the

12.30pm – 1.30pm FRIDAY 14 DECEMBER

Christmas with Norwich Cathedral Choir Join Norwich Cathedral Choir for a festive celebration with carols for choir and audience. A feast of Christmas music both sacred and secular!

7.30pm — 10pm Tickets: £12-£20

Book at cathedral.org.uk, at the Cathedral Gift Shop or Norwich Theatre Royal.

TUESDAY 18 DECEMBER

Tea with Father Christmas at John Lewis Norwich

A chance for Children and families to enjoy a very special Christmas tea with Father Christmas.

Tickets for Children are £10 and include a food and drink box plus Father Christmas will present each

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YULETIDE at Strattons Afternoon tea

The Frog and the Princess at Norwich Puppet Theatre

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If you would like to make it a family occasion, group tables are available to book, the cost per adult is £6 which includes a hot drink and a cake.

Tickets are available from Customer support, booking in advance is essential. 4-6pm 20-24 DECEMBER

Princess and the Pea Become part of this playful and comic story of a prince in search of a ‘real’ princess, a clever queen, a girl who is not as she first appears, a tower of mattresses and of course a tiny pea. This quirky and inventive adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s bedtime tale is played out among sheets and blankets with puppets, objects and dreamlike projections.

Norwich Puppet Theatre Various times (3+) Tickets £9/ £30 family

26-30 DECEMBER

The Frog & The Princess A poignant re-telling of the Brothers Grimm tale that will entertain and delight family audiences. This exquisitely manipulated and humorous puppetry performance explores the meeting ofcultures and what happens when a Princess deems a Frog unworthy of being her friend, just because of what he is.

Norwich Puppet Theatre Tickets £9/ £30 family 31 DECEMBER

New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner Arrive to Champagne and canapés, followed by a 4 course dinner in the ‘Christmas in Manhattan’ inspired marquee, Jonathan Wyatt Big Band and disco entertainment, piper at midnight, bacon rolls at 12.30am.

Barnham Broom £95 per person

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Marty Wilde

7pm-2am SATURDAY 26 JANUARY

Marty Wilde & The Wildcats

A fantastic evening awaits as Marty Wilde and the Wildcats entertain you on this stunning musical roller coaster, which has become one of the most acclaimed shows in the country today. £21 8pm Epic Studios MONDAY 28 JANUARY

Welcome To Night Vale The Welcome to Night Vale 2018 / 2019 World Tour will bring a new story to the surreal desert town of Night Vale, examining the role secrets play in the lives there. This entirely new script written by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor is a completely stand-alone story that will never be heard on the podcast, and can be enjoyed by both long-time fans and newcomers alike. £25 8pm Epic Studios

Available every day from 12-4.30pm £16.50pp Following the release of The Nutcracker & the Four Realms film Strattons is celebrating with a themed traditional afternoon tea at £16.50pp, available pre-booked daily throughout December, excluding Saturdays. Extra special Nutcracker afternoon tea at £20.50pp on Saturday 1st, Saturday 8th, Saturday 15th& Saturday 29th. Must be pre-booked at least 24 hours in advance.

New Year Eve

Bottomless Brunch Club Monday 31st 10am – 2pm £26pp Special New Year’s Eve Dinner Sumptuous 6 course dinner with arrival cocktails £79.95pp.

January special offers

Afternoon Tea To celebrate the well loved British author AA Milne’s birthday month Exectutive chef Jules Hetherton will be creating a Winnie the Pooh themed afternoon tea throughout January at £16.50pp, available pre booked daily from midday.

January Set Price menu Back by popular demand!

Enjoy 2 courses for £15pp and 3 for £20pp, available daily from 6.30pm excluding Saturdays.

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Aladdin

THEATRE Norwich Theatre Royal highlights 12 DEC-13 JAN

Aladdin

Join NTR on a mystical magic-carpet ride with their popular family pantomime Aladdin.

Steven Roberts (Hollyoaks, The History Boys) takes on the title role aiming to outwit the evil Abanazar, played by Emmerdale and Casualty star Rik Makarem.

Written and directed once again by Richard Gauntlett, the show is set in the Far East and promises dazzling costumes, a stunning set, fun, and entertainment for all the family.

Tickets: £10-£28 Under-threes free, Discounts for Friends, Over-60s, Under-18s and Groups.

Russian State Ballet

14-16 JANUARY

The Russian State Ballet of Siberia La Fille mal gardée Monday 14 January Plenty of ribbons, romance and rivalry. A masterpiece of comedy.

Giselle Tuesday 15 January The most poignant of all classical ballets is filled with dramatic passion in a chilling and heart-rending tale of love, treachery and forgiveness.

Cinderella Wednesday 16 January This rags to riches fairytale is a magical mix of Prokofiev’s energetic score, lively choreography and colourful costumes.

Tickets: £8.50-£10 22-26 JANUARY

Guys & Dolls The Norfolk and Norwich Operatic Society return with a brand

Guys & Dolls

James and the Giant Peach

new production of the magnificent Guys and Dolls. This award-winning musical comedy is set amidst the hustle and bustle of 1950s New York.

Professional gamblers, petty crooks, belligerent cops, earnest missionaries and enchanting dancers cavort through the colourful and vibrant New York underworld, as they pursue love and luck, from the heart of Times Square to the cafés of Havana, Cuba. With some of the best show tunes ever, including Luck Be a Lady Tonight, Sit Down You’re Rocking the Boat and I’ve Never Been In Love Before, it’s a sure bet that you will leave the theatre with a smile on your face and a song in your heart.

Tickets: £8-£25 To book tickets, log onto www.theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk or call the box office on 01603 630000.

Maddermarket Theatre 15-31 DECEMBER

James and the Giant Peach Roald Dahl's extraordinary adventure of a little boy and a giant peach!

James lives with Aunt Sponge and Aunt Spiker, the most revolting Aunts in England. They make him work and slave and never let him play with other children. Then one day he meets a mystical old man who gives him a bag that contains the strongest magic the world has ever known.

David Wood is the foremost adapter of Roald Dahl's stories for the stage. His faithful, funfilled versions are enjoyed by all ages.

Suitable for ages 4+ Tickets £15/£10, Family ticket £42, Adult & Child £21 www.maddermarket.co.uk

Gift Certificates make an ideal gift for theatre fans! For more information go to theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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Steven Roberts AKA Aladdin, Theatre Royal Norwich

My City Life Norfolk-based actor Steven Roberts’ varied career has taken in everything from a high-profile role in Hollyoaks to the dream role of the sensitive Posner in the UK tour of Alan Bennett’s classic play The History Boys.

Now he is returning to home turf as he takes on the lead role of Aladdin at Norwich Theatre Royal from December 12 to January 13, joining Emmerdale actor Rik Makarem, who will be Abanazar, and children’s TV presenter Kiera-Nicole Brennan from Milkshake, who is the Genie.

Great to see you back at Theatre Royal.

What makes it special?

Seeing the pantomime at Norwich Theatre Royal was where I first fell in love with the theatre. It was my earliest memory of seeing something on stage. My family used to live near Lowestoft and we used to get on the train over to Norwich to see it. I remember it being so colourful and fun, and it had a kind of chaos with all the boos and ‘It’s behind you!’, and of course Richard Gauntlett was always memorable as the Dame.

What is it you enjoy most about Panto?

It’s such a lovely, traditional form of theatre that everyone

can enjoy. I loved the shoutouts and seeing who’d go up on stage, and I loved the songsheets. Panto is most people’s first experience of theatre and for that reason I think it also feels nostalgic in a nice way. I remember coming to see pantomime when I was really diddy and I remember loving being part of that. Being in Aladdin will be so much fun. There will be the magic, the carpet, the genie and the relationship with my mum Widow Twankey. I am really looking forward to it. I’m excited.

What do you love most about spending the festive season in Norfolk?

I love touring. I really like it as you get to see the country and it is nice to experience different sizes of theatre. But it is always nice to come back to Norfolk at this time of year. The Christmas lights in Norwich always make you feel festive, and being with family at this time of year is very special.

And finally the two questions we ask everybody: The first is, what is your hidden gem in Norwich?

The whole city is a hidden gem.

Lots of people in the acting profession are always surprised when they visit Norwich to find how beautiful it is. There is so much to see and we have great historical places as well as it being a great city of culture. It really is a well-hidden secret.

Secondly, where is your favourite place to eat in the city?

I’ve always enjoyed sampling the culinary delights in different towns and cities when I have been away touring, so as I have been away for a while coming back to Norwich will be no different. I haven’t got a favourite place at the moment, but there are so many new places to eat, so I will definitely enjoy getting out and about to see what I can find!

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