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Welcome to our Summer issue! ...and welcome to an issue packed full of fabulous local food, fashion, lifestyle and beauty.

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ast month, Norwich City Football Club (NCFC) launched its new Erreà home kit for the 2017-18 Sky Bet Championship season. Since then, the new kit, manufactured by family-run Italian firm Erreà has proven to be really popular. The kit was launched in all three Canaries Official stores across Norwich and on the club’s official online store at shop. canaries.co.uk. And this year, the club is calling upon fans to be ‘Battle Ready’ for the 201718 season by sporting the new home shirt. Inspired by a very retro and historical kit from City’s heritage, the kit also combines a fresh and modern twist. We caught up with Daniella Moore, Buying and Merchandising Assistant to find

out how this year’s distinctive, yet classic-looking kit came about. “This year’s home kit is one I believe our supporters will love. We have really focused this year on creating a stripped back kit which has a historical yet modern flair,” explained Daniella. “A lot of time is spent making sure that the right fabric for the shirts is chosen, taking into account factors such as breathability and performance. Once again, we have used the world-renowned Mundial fabric, a high-performance fabric which is used by the highest professional leagues of France, Spain and Italy.” As with all Erreà fabrics, Mundial has been awarded the highly prestigious Oeko-Tex 100 certificate. This certificate is

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his year’s Norwich City kit design is set to continue to be popular with the club’s supporters. “The kit we have created for the coming season, which has been designed to be worn by all ages, has also been created so that the shirt, shorts and socks all complement each other. Once again we have pushed the kit design forward as it is the first time since the 1980s that a shirt of this nature has been seen, where the club has integrated the technical sponsor into the design. It will change the way shirts look in the future,” adds Daniella. NCFC also launched an away and third kit last month. To be part of the ‘battle’ for the 2017-18 season, purchase your shirt from one of the three Canaries Official stores across the city (Carrow Road, Chapelfield and Castle Mall), or on the club’s official retail website at shop. canaries.co.uk.

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Transitional Tips

on’t get upset but I’m going to say Autumn/Winter. And don’t worry, I’m suggesting a soft exit to Summer, not a hard one! It’s that time of year once again, when our daily wardrobe decisions are compromised by the inconsistent weather and changing temperatures. Autumn is on the horizon, although with a bit of luck we'll enjoy many more weeks of sunshine and warmth, but strappy sundresses and silver sandals already no longer feel appropriate. If like me, you want to drag out your summer wardrobe as long as possible, but you’re ready for a move on but don't want to look like your desperately seeking winter, you need to embrace the following neat transitional tricks. My first thought is to get back into ankle boots, which will still give you the opportunity to show off those bronzed pins whilst giving a gentle nod to the months ahead. Ankle boots are such a great trend, they work brilliantly with big oversized shirt dresses, boho tops and shorts, skinny jeans rolled up, fitted dresses, in fact it will give a proper modern twist to almost anything you like.

pair, change tan sandals to brown or black ones, and get out the trainers you haven’t touched in the last ten weeks, or treat yourself to a new pair! Trainers are another transition wardrobe super weapon!!

nd for those of you who know me, I’m back on the white shirt soapbox again. There is nothing quite like a white shirt Transitional to make you look and feel winner: fabulously healthy and fresh The white and show off that touch of a shirt tan achieved from your very careful sunbathing. With a long sleeve rolled up, you can adapt easily to changes in temperature. Another transition winner is Tip 2 is to start layering your black. A black t-shirt, black short skimpier numbers with t-shirts sleeved dress, black jeans, black underneath. Those gorgeous shirt (basically anything black) tie-died strappy dresses will look but lightweight. If you have a bit fabulous with a t-shirt underneath of colour you’ll look super tanned and you can move that favourite in the softer sunlight of late dress forward into the new summer/early autumn and black season. is soooo forgiving and basically a Another transitional trick is best friend whenever. a well tailored jacket, which is These are my ‘tide you over an easy way to add a layer, but tips’ to help manage your barely equally cool is a short denim concealed excitement for the jacket with sleeves turned really gorgeous new Autumn up, jackets are your transition Winter collections and fabulous wardrobe’s best friend! designs now beginning to trickle Next suggestion is to start in and signal a truly wonderful wearing darker coloured footwear, season ahead. Sorry, I said it for example: swap those gold or again. ■ Karen Wolff Evans silver Birkenstock's for a black Vanilla August/September 2017

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HERE’S SO MUCH to see and do in Norfolk, with fantastic places to explore right on our doorstep. But there’s always room for new ideas to keep the kids entertained. And that’s why we’re pleased to bring news of intu Chapelfield’s summer Kids’ Club. Certain to put a smile on your face, particularly as it’s all for free! From 26 July until 31 August the centre will host a different activity every Wednesday and Thursday, throughout the summer holidays, including arts and crafts, sand sculptures and even a rawrsome visit from a T-Rex! Sheridan Smith, marketing manager, says: “intu Chapelfield is the go-to place for the kids’ holiday wardrobe and new school shoes. But this summer we’re also home to a sizzling schedule of fun activities. Best of all, everything’s free. We’re surrounded by the beautiful coast, broads and a historic city, so we’ll be celebrating a different part of Norfolk each week. Stop by, get hands on and make some new friends at intu Chapelfield this summer.”

WHAT’S ON? 2 & 3 AUGUST

Sand sculptures and model castles inspired by the city 9 & 10 AUGUST

Making seaside crafts. 9th: fish clip and octopus roll 10th: model lighthouse 16 AUGUST

Meet Rex the T-Rex (10.30am, 12.30pm, 2.30pm) And catch the baby dinosaur show (11.30am, 1.30pm) 16 & 17 AUGUST

Dino fossil dig 23 AUGUST

Make a swan, bee or duck puppet 24 AUGUST

Create a model sailing boat 30 AUGUST

Make fir cone animals 31 AUGUST

Paint a woodland creature with pebbles or try out hand painting too.

● All activities will tak e place on the Lower Gro und Mall, outside House of Fraser bet ween 10am and 4pm (excluding 16 August). Suitable for ages 3 and up and free for Kids’ Club members. Join at the customer information desk at intu Chapelfield or on line www.intu.co.uk/chapel field / families/kids-club

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e all need time to chill out, relax and do something fun and creative. Mabel & Doll, owned by Jo Aston, taps into this need perfectly, with informal furniture up-cycling workshops, combined with afternoon tea served on mismatched vintage china and delicious homemade cakes. But the main ingredient of this wonderfully nostalgic experience is fun and friendship. “The idea of Mabel & Doll came from my Nan, Doris, and her cousins, a group of fabulous, strong women who ran the teas in the church market,” says Jo. “It’s a powerful memory of fun, laughter and supportive women, and it inspired me to set up a business that combined my love of upcycling furniture, baking and collecting vintage bone china.” Held bi-monthly in New Buckenham, each workshop

Jo Aston in her workshop

Welcome to the village of New Buckenham – creative hotspot and home to two unique businesses... begins with an old fashioned cream tea served on beautiful vintage china and crisp linen. Who could feel stressed after that?! So what techniques can we learn from Jo? “We provide an item to paint and pick a different craft each time. It could be chalk painting, decoupage or transfers. Chalk paint is a special kind of paint – we use Evelyn Grant. You apply it to furniture and rub it down to leave that lovely distressed layered look. “Decoupage is a method of putting a pattern or pretty detail onto furniture. We cut out patterns from vintage paper napkins and stick one layer onto the furniture. It’s so fine that it looks painted on. For transfers, we rub on a mirror image of a design printed onto greaseproof paper.” Outside the workshops, Jo also upcycles furniture which

Jo Aston (left) and Caryn Louis (right)

she sells in The Other Curator, a shop in New Buckenham run by Caryn Louis. “I look for furniture which is unusual, pretty, or has nice mouldings,” Jo says. “I then renovate and restore, add some new knobs and the transformation is complete. “I will also be offering more intimate workshops once a month in Caryn’s studio next to the shop. My other workshops can cater for 15 people, but Caryn’s studio is only big enough for four, which means I can give more hands-on tuition for people who want to work on their own pieces.”What a great way to kick back, learn a new skill and have fun too. Here’s to you Mabel and Doll, and strong women everywhere! ■ www.mabelanddoll.com T: 01953 861112 Buy: etsy.com

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The Other Curator oozes creativity, style and fun

THE OTHER CURATOR

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ccording to Caryn Louis, there is no limit on gorgeousness! And she should know, she’s the owner of The Other Curator, a quirky shop in New Buckenham that positively oozes creativity, style, fun and colour. Here, you will find the most wonderful treasures to touch, try and take home to enjoy. Bohemian and vintage style clothes and jewellery from around the world, funky embroidered shoes from China and Indian leather bags, alongside beautiful decorative items such as cushions, vases and throws – little touches that will make powerful statements around the home. “I love things that are distinctive” says Caryn. “I’m a bit of a scavenger, always on the look out for unusual and beautiful items to offer my customers.”

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Caryn’s creativity extends to her studio, which she runs next to the shop. Here she creates her own artworks and occasionally teaches small friendly art and craft classes. Caryn has some firm views about art, and believes in making it more accessible. “Art can be so pretentious sometimes. We use the walls in the shop to hang work by talented artists from Norfolk and further afield, so it can be seen side by side with all the wonderful textures, colours and materials. It gives people who wouldn’t necessarily visit an art gallery the opportunity to engage with and enjoy art they might not have otherwise seen.” Caryn sometimes shares her creative studio space with a friend and neighbour, Jo Aston, who owns Mabel & Doll and runs upcycling furniture workshops. “Jo is just starting to hold smaller workshops here, in my studio for up to four people. Our businesses complement each other perfectly and she also sells her upcycled furniture and

homewares in my shop.” Adding yet another string to her bow, Caryn has a holiday cottage next to the shop, a beautiful, stylish timber-framed building which has the same unique charm of the shop. The cottage is advertised on Airbnb. It’s a great place to come and stay to explore the area. This is a wonderful part of Norfolk and New Buckenham is the oldest medieval village in the country. It’s well worth a special visit as there are also two great pubs that do delicious food. With Caryn’s burning creativity at the heart of this fascinating village, New Buckenham could be the place to go for those objects of desire. ■ Don’t miss Caryn’s pop-up stall, Number 237 in Norwich Market, 7th August for one week, Monday to Saturday. www.theothercurator.co.uk Also find the shop on Facebook (The other Curator) and Instagram (othercurator)

“Parents could be facing upwards of £250,000 to educate a child in the private sector from reception to sixth form”

Can I afford to send my children to private school? MY QUESTION: For a while now I have been contemplating sending my two children to private school. I feel that they will receive a better education and following the recent issues one of my children has been experiencing at school, I think it is time to properly consider it. My main problem is going about financing it; my children are 7 and 9 so they will be in private education for many years. My parents want to contribute but how can we go about funding it and what are the options for my husband and I and my parents?

s a parent of school aged children myself, the quality of the education my children receive and the opportunities they have whilst at school are very important to me. Whilst we are lucky to have some excellent state schools in East Anglia, you may already have your heart set on a private education and having seen a huge rise in private school fees over the last few years, parents could be facing upwards of £250,000 Vanilla August/September 2017

REAL LIVES to educate a child in the private sector from reception to sixth form. First off, take advice early on – both financial and legal. It may be that you can afford the school fees by combining yours and the grandparents’ resources. The grandparents may welcome the added bonus of inheritance tax relief if they can meet the fees out of their excess income. Any gifts of capital towards the payment of school fees would be treated as a potentially exempt transfer (PET) and the value of the PET would be included in that person’s estate for seven years from the date of the gift.

lternatively, you could set up a family trust. You and the grandparents (and anybody in the family who wished to give money to the trust) could transfer money or other assets into the trust during their lifetime or via their Will on death. The most flexible type of trust is a discretionary trust, which has its own inheritance tax allowance and the trustees decide if, when and how much money is paid out to the beneficiaries. The beneficiaries could be your children and grandchildren and anybody else you wished to add when setting up the trust. Trust law is a complex area and there are a number of tax implications to consider when setting up and administering a trust – these should be talked through with a legal advisor to determine whether a family trust is right for you. ■ August/September 2017 Vanilla

THE FACTS AND FIGURES ● The ISC recorded 522,879 pupils in private education – pupil numbers now exceed the pre-recession peak and are at their highest since records began in 1974. ● 103,704 new pupils joined private schools, with over a quarter joining from the statefunded sector. ● In the East of England, a 0.1% increase in pupil numbers was reported. ● Nationally, the average termly fee is £5,562; following a 3.5% increase since the last survey (the lowest increase since 1994). ● ISC schools assist 33% of pupils with their fees, with total annual assistance sitting at £763m. 5,742 pupils

pay no fees at all and over 40% receive means-tested assistance that covers over 50% of total fees. ● On average, there are 8.6 pupils for every teacher at ISC schools. ● 91% of private school pupils are recorded as continuing to higher education.

Taken from the Independent Schools Council (ISC) Annual Census 2017

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LEARNING

WHAT MAKES A CHILD SUCCEED AT SCHOOL? As thousands troop back to school with heavy hearts and shiny shoes, this is a good time for parents to consider how we can help our children succeed...

hile all parents want their children to do well in school, most of us haven’t got a clue about creating a climate that makes children want to learn. Parents have more power than anyone to motivate their children to study, but they can’t force school success by helicoptering around over every detail of their child’s life. Instead, they need to provide the kind of secure, thoughtful, encouraging environment at home, from which children can go out and forge their own successful way through school and beyond. Here are the areas that experts say parents need to focus on:

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GOOD ATTITUDES

Children do what we do, not what we say. A classic experiment in the US found that by far the best way to encourage children to be generous was for their parents and teachers to show generous behaviour – without a word about it. So, model what you want your child to imitate. Keep anxiety about school down and encourage them to see learning as interesting, enjoyable and exciting. Foster a positive problem-solving attitude. Not “I can’t do this”, but “How can I do this?” Keep the pressure off, and show a genuine interest in what they are doing at school.

“Encourage your child to see that learning is a balance between enjoyment and eﬀort. It’s fun to learn a new thing, but it takes concentration and repetition to master it.” GOOD HEALTH

Dull, sluggish children can’t do well in school. Brains and bodies are too intimately related. To give just one example: omega-3 fatty acids, found in foods such as

LEARNING

‘Good choices are at the heart of good learning, whether it’s when to do homework, who to choose as a friend, or what subjects to take in the sixth form’ salmon, walnuts and kiwi fruit, help support brain synapses, which in turn help turn on critical brain functions such as memory and learning. There are thousands of others. That’s why it’s vital that your child has a good diet and enough exercise and sleep – even when it means unpopular decisions like being strict about junk food and banning electronics from the bedroom. GOOD RELATIONSHIPS

In school, children need to get on well with classmates and teachers, work in groups, deal with bullies, and know how to ask for help when they need it. So show them what good relationships look like. Try not to be over-critical of yourself or your child. Aim for friendly, honest and straightforward dealings with others, and fight any school battles firmly but without blame and anger.

younger children to make simple choices – grapes or banana for snack? Teach older ones to weigh options and think about consequences. Talk about shortand long-term benefits, and help older children learn how to examine their priorities and be true to themselves in the choices they make.

“A child needs to feel known, understood and valued as an individual, and have the space and opportunity to develop his or her own interests and strengths. Ideally, school and home work very much in partnership to achieve this. To parents, I would say the best thing you can do is to provide a secure, thoughtful, encouraging place at home, from which children can confidently forge their own successful way through school and beyond. Show interest in what your child is doing at school, to show them that learning is exciting and fun – but keep anxiety about excelling down, and don’t worry too much about supervising every aspect of every homework assignment!” Stephen Crump, Headmaster, Hethersett Old Hall

GOOD LEARNING

Lay the groundwork for school with lots of relaxed reading, talking, noticing and experiencing. Encourage your child to see that learning is a balance between enjoyment and effort. It’s fun to learn a new thing such as adding up, but it takes concentration and repetition to master it. Get them to see how good it feels to acquire new skills. Teach them that learning is a journey that everyone does in their own way, and that setbacks and mistakes are part of it. People are there to help, but no one can do it for them.

GOOD CHOICES

Good choices are at the heart of good learning, whether it’s when to do homework, who to choose as a friend, or what subjects to take in the sixth form. Allow

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Children get more from school if they live in a well-run home and learn to manage their “stuff”. UK researchers have found,

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for example, that dirty, noisy and cluttered homes contribute directly to poor health, and therefore learning, in preschoolers. Manage family time for calm mornings and a proper breakfast. Children thrown late and frazzled into school lose significant learning time. Help your child keep their school things organised and arrangements clear in their minds – especially important if they are living between two homes. Teach older children how to plan ahead and how to manage their possessions and money. ■ Extracts from ‘The Six Secrets of School Success’ by Hilary Wilce

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DANCING AT LUGHNASA ‘Magical. It’s a masterpiece, and a total joy.’ The Independent A heart-warming and bittersweet story about family set in rural 1930’s Ireland, by one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th Century, Brian Friel. Dancing at Lughnasa follows the lives, loves and losses of the Mundy sisters against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. A richly evocative play about community, memory and sisterhood. Maddermarket Theatre Tickets from £8

14-17 SEPTEMBER NORWICH CRIME WRITING FESTIVAL

An annual celebration bringing together superstar crime authors, exciting new talent and fans of all things crime fiction. Taking place across four days, the festival takes place at the Norwich Arts Centre, the University of East Anglia and Jarrolds. Fringe events will run throughout the festival at locations around the city. Go to www.norwich.co.uk for the line up of events

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Many venues across The Lanes will be unfurling the bunting and opening their doors to reveal the best of Norfolk’s hidden heritage. Secret gardens, tower tours, guided walks, children’s activities, musical and theatrical performances and lots more...

Enjoy Covent Garden entertainers, live music from local bands in Norwich city centre. Grab your friends and family and enjoy free entertainment every Thursday evening throughout the summer. Head to Gentleman’s Walk, Hay Hill, London Street, St Gregory’s Green, Timberhill and new for 2017 Westlegate. For the most up-to-date information check online at www.norwichlanes.co.uk

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CAFÉ GELATO

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HERE IS a little ray of Italian sunshine on Opie Street in Norwich called Café Gelato, which is offering something the city has never seen before – real, authentic and delicious Italian gelato. For the uninitiated, gelato is similar to ice cream, but also very different. Owner Sandro Glorio, who runs the business with his wife Jenny, explains why. “Gelato is more like a cream, it’s not hard, it has a perfect soft, smooth texture and clean taste, and it melts very slowly. Ice cream is served with a scoop, but gelato is traditionally served with a spatula. We also make sorbet, which is made with water, sugar and fruit. We only use natural ingredients, no artificial additives.” Sounds delicious, and customers agree. Café Gelato opened in October last year, and has already found fans of all ages. Sandro and Jenny make all the gelato and sorbet in their in-house kitchen or ‘laboratory’ from scratch every day, and there are some tantalising flavours on offer. August/September 2017 Vanilla

“The most popular gelato flavours are chocolate, hazelnut, pistachio, cherry and vanilla, Nutella and tiramisu,” says Sandro. Salted caramel is also a big hit. This flavour does not exist in Italy, but it’s so popular in the UK that we have created it specially. “We also make some unusual flavours such as tea and coconut, and special seasonal ones like Christmas pudding and panettoni, gingerbread, and pumpkin and cinnamon, which sold out very fast at Halloween!” “Sorbet flavours are fruits such as mango, strawberry and raspberry, and we are working on some exciting new ones for the summer, like Prosecco and peach, kiwi and banana and watermelon.” Sandro has strong Norfolk roots, his mother was born in King’s Lynn and his uncles lived in Norwich so when he was growing up he visited often. “I always loved this city, it’s vibrant and so friendly. When my cousins from Norwich visited us in Italy, they tasted gelato and said that a gelato café would be very popular here.

“At that time I was running a rose growing business with my mother, but Jenny, who was working as a barista, and I began to talk about this, and it sounded like a wonderful idea. “We wanted to have the skill to make the best possible gelato, so we went to the Gelato University in Bologna to learn how to make it correctly. When we knew we could make the best quality gelato we moved here to Norwich and opened the shop. “Jenny’s skill as a barista is very important because we also sell real Italian coffee which we buy from a small but very famous artisan roasting company located in Florence.” Café Gelato is fast turning into a family business too, with 14-year old son Alessandro helping out at weekends and learning the trade. What a romantic, cool and delicious story! ■ Cafe Gelato, 6 Opie St, Norwich 01603 662527 Tues-Sat: 10.30am-6pm Sunday: 11am-5pm

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Feeling confused, worried or anxious about dental treatment, costs and options? Norwich dentist Ross Campbell and his team tackle some of the questions most commonly asked by patients

Feeling stressed or anxious about going to the dentist is quite natural, so we ensure that the experience we offer our patients, from arriving in reception to leaving after treatment, is as comfortable, relaxed and stress free as possible. If you are particularly anxious about your visit, let us know in advance so we can reassure you and take things at a pace that suits you. You may also find it beneficial to have a consultation with our visiting acupuncturist prior to your dental treatment. I’D LOVE WHITER TEETH, WHAT SHOULD I DO?

Tooth whitening systems are excellent, but we would always recommend these are carried out in the surgery by a dental

professional because it’s the safest way and will produce the best results. I HATE DRILLS AND INJECTIONS, ARE THERE ANY OTHER OPTIONS?

Ross provides the highest quality dental care and has invested in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide alternatives to traditional dental treatment. This includes ‘The Wand’, a computer-controlled injection system that can administer local anaesthetic to just one tooth, eliminating the hours of facial numbness which often accompanies dental treatment, and is almost pain free. The Waterlase is a very sophisticated piece of laser equipment that uses laser energy and a spray of water to perform a wide range of dental procedures without the need for an injection or a drill and is pain free, fast, and less invasive. IS IT TRUE LASERS CAN BE USED FOR MINOR COSMETIC SURGERY?

Yes, we can very effectively use the laser to contour or shape gums, improve the appearance of your smile, and quickly and painlessly remove skin tags, blemishes or lumps on the face. MY TEETH ARE VERY SENSITIVE, CAN YOU HELP?

For many patients sensitive teeth means drinking or eating anything cold can be very painful. If you have already tried using toothpaste designed for sensitive teeth, and this hasn’t

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With so many toothpastes on the market it can be confusing, but it’s really down to personal choice. Rather than the brand of toothpaste you use, it’s more important to focus on correct brushing technique to remove as much plaque from your teeth as possible. Ross works closely with our Dental Therapist, Pip, who talks patients through technique and products tailored to individual needs. I SUFFER WITH GUM DISEASE, IS THERE A SOLUTION?

Ross is passionate about offering the best solutions for patients who have gum disease and there are many treatment options, such as regular appointments with our dental therapist. But alongside the traditional cleaning treatments and oral hygiene methods, Ross uses the Waterlase which has shown superb results not seen with any other technique. We also work with a local specialist to help achieve the best outcome for patients with more complex treatment needs. WILL I BE ABLE TO AFFORD MY DENTAL TREATMENT?

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option with our patients is Denplan Care. This is a comprehensive dental payment plan covering exams and routine treatment, which means you are guaranteed the best dental care with affordable and predictable monthly payments. If you need more extensive or cosmetic treatment we can usually offer a range of treatment options and costs, and we can schedule appointments at intervals to suit you, or arrange interest free finance to help spread the cost. HOW LONG IS A CONSULTATION AND WHAT IS INVOLVED?

If you are new to the practice we will arrange for you to have a 30-minute consultation appointment, where Ross will discuss any concerns you may have about your teeth or gums and carry out a thorough examination of your mouth, head and neck, including checks for oral cancer. If x-rays or photographs are required, we have the latest digital imaging technology, and you can see

the results immediately on the patient monitor. It is important to us that you are fully involved in your treatment planning and we will discuss the treatment options with you. We also offer a free cosmetic consultation to give patients the opportunity to discuss anything they would like improved, however large or small, and we will give you all the information you require along with an idea of the cost to help you decide if it’s right for you. n If you would like a free cosmetic consultation please call Alison on 01603 660758 and she will guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have. For more information about the Practice, go to www.rosscampbell.co.uk

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F YOU think that Pilates is like yoga, then think again. While yoga is holistic and works on the mind, body and spirit, Pilates focuses entirely on the body. | went along to The Pilates Studio Norwich to test it out. My teacher, Lauren, explained how Pilates works. “Pilates is a system of controlled, specific exercises that improves strength, mobility and ﬂexibility. It can make profound and lasting changes to the way your body feels and moves, your physical awareness, and leaves you with a wonderful sense of wellbeing. It’s ideal for everyone, any age or fitness level.” Could Pilates help with my postural issues caused by a sedentary job, a grumbling hip, and sore shoulders? Lauren assured me that it could. Pilates exercises are carried out on a ﬂoor mat or a range of resistance-based equipment. These machines work on the same principal as the kind you

would find in a gym, but far less intimidating. And, unlike a gym, the Pilates studio has a quiet, restful atmosphere, with no thumping rock music or overmuscular men; much more my cup of tea! I began my hour-long session sitting on ‘The Cadillac’, doing exercises to mobilise my spine and develop abdominal strength. Lauren’s tuition was very specific and helped me to carry out each movement correctly and understand the benefit. I could feel tugs in all the right places. We then did some shoulder mobilisation on the same machine, to strengthen and stabilise my shoulders and encourage me to keep them down and relaxed. Next up was ‘The Reformer’, lying down and using my feet and legs to push through, helping pelvis placement. It was challenging, but not exhausting; gentle, but insistent. “We start new clients with a

one-to-one session to assess their fitness and specific needs,” Lauren says. “As time goes on we increase the resistance levels to push them further, so they continue to improve and gain strength.” Back on The Cadillac, I used controlled movements with a leg spring to mobilise my hips. Then a cat stretch to lengthen my spine and work my shoulders. Lauren was right, I did have a strong sense of wellbeing and physical lightness after our session, and a real glow. My muscles had been given a much needed wake-up call, but I didn’t need a lie down to recover or a cold shower! Lauren’s expert tuition was easy to understand, and her friendly manner made it great fun too. It’s powerful, practical and peaceful. n t: 07891987055 e: info@thepilatesstudionorwich.com thepilatesstudionorwich.com

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HE WAY we live in our homes has changed dramatically over the years. Most families have two working parents, and when they come home from work, neither of them want to be stuck in the kitchen alone, cooking dinner, while the rest of the family is somewhere else in the house. The cooks want the walls to come down, making the modern, open plan home incredibly popular and creating more light and space. With the kitchen, living and dining areas all open, this creates an amazing space for socialising, spending quality time with family

members and helping the kids with their homework. To complete the look, large glazed doors to the garden are a great way to bring the garden into the home and also extend your living space into the outdoors. All structural alterations need to comply with building regulations, and could include removing walls, installing sliding / folding glazed doors or building an extension. The works will need to be inspected and signed off by a Building Inspector, failure to comply with

this could cause serious issues when trying to sell your house. Extensions may require planning Festoon lights 20 bulbs permission depending the size £90 Poshon Plants of the extension and location of www.poshplants.co.uk your property. The ﬁrst step is to talk to a building contractor that offers a design service, an architect or a structural engineer. To complete the look everybody wants a fabulous kitchen. Kitchen styles have fallen into two styles, whether it’s the flush, minimalist look, featuring a lot of grey and white, with high gloss doors, clean lines and stainless steel. The other popular style is Shaker, which is timeless, with natural oak or painted ﬁnishes; very simple and beautiful.

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Use an interior designer who will evaluate the whole space. Hand made kitchens – made to order to your specific requirements – are unique to you and your home and will ensure a seemless design across your open plan area. This one is designed by Paula Gundry Interiors.

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Stone worktops are beautiful and elegant, providing real design experience, they are also durable, scratch resistant and more importantly – extremely practical. They require a substantial investment – although they should primarily stand the test of time – but it pays to order through a specialist company. Design Stoneworks has over 30 years experience in the stone industry. Specialising in beautifully crafted worktops, ﬁreplaces and flooring for the domestic and commercial markets, they supply of granite, marble, quartz and other natural stones from around the world.

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inking your house to the garden creates a further illusion of space. Hard landscaping plays its part here – most people these days want a perfectly flush ﬁnish between indoor and outdoor floor level but this is not always possible for technical reasons. Choose two floorings that complement each other, this also goes for the décor of the interior room too – consider how the ‘look’ will best blend with the garden space. Placing a few subtle lights in the garden, perhaps uplighting a few shrubs or a particularly nice tree, will incorporate the view of the garden into your interior space at night, making it feel bigger.

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Whole house or single room: One keypad to control lights throughout the home or if you’re designing a special room (like a movie room or sitting room), a single room system is more cost-effective. Wired or Wireless? Wired is great for new house builds and complex programming. Wireless is best for existing homes as no need for extra wiring. Control: Wall-mounted keypad for the home or smart phone application that you can operate from home or away. NEED MORE LIGHTSPIRATION?

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STRATTONS BRUNCH CLUB

Treat yourself to Jules’s homemade pastries, perhaps pecan and cinnamon monkey bread; doughnuts, chocolate croissants or crumpets. Graze on homemade granola pots with fresh fruit and choose a hot dish from the menu, maybe Smoked salmon with pea fritters and slow roasted tomatoes, Eggs Florentine toasted muffin with wilted spinach and hollandaise, Chorizo on a toasted bap with slow roasted tomatoes, fried eggs and avocado or a traditional full English. 10am-2pm. £18pp including unlimited tea or coffee, brunch bar and one hot dish from menu.

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A SPIRIT OF SUMMER AT M&S

Marks & Spencer’s Spirit of Summer range was a blockbuster hit in 2016, and this year it’s back with a completely new family of products inspired by the Mediterranean and beyond. Summer is here and that means one thing: celebrating with friends, family and great food. Check out their delicious platters for entertaining, including 24 piece Pinchos Platter (£16) and Mediterranean Filled Peppers and Aubergines (£20), pictured right. You can order online and pick up from your local store.

STREET FOOD MONDAYS AT THE FOX

Mondays throughout the Summer are a tasty affair at The Fox at Lyng and proving incredibly popular. Every monday, until the end of September, you can enjoy a different food vendor in the Fox's beer garden. Feel free to eat in the pub, beer garden or to takeaway to enjoy in the comfort of your own home! Get the dates in your diaries! 7th August: Namaste India 14th August: Wrap Bar 21st August: Little Seafood Van 28th August: Pulpo Mexican 4th Sept: Namaste Indian 18th Sept: Broadside Pizza 25th Sept: Little Seafood Van #SummerOfStreetfood

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2-3 SEPTEMBER NORTH NORFOLK FOOD & DRINK FESTIVAL Taking place in the walled garden at Holkham Hall. Now in its eighth year, the festival has grown into a highly successful event. Featuring an ever-growing team of local food and drink producers who grow, rear, produce, supply and sell food in north Norfolk.

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or nearly 30 years Strattons has built up strong relationships with local suppliers and growers, to put the Brecks firmly on the map with their delicious produce. Our spring expansion of CoCoes café deli into a converted on-site barn means we have lots more space and are now open every day to showcase the fabulous suppliers and producers on our own doorstep. You can pop in for breakfast, brunch, casual catch ups, informal business lunches, family time, a quick cuppa or an afternoon tipple. We have created a beautiful fresh space, sympathetic to the original barn with a modern edge using natural materials saved from the barn, sit alfresco in summer or snuggle on the bespoke honey yellow benches in winter. From the menu you can treat yourself to an all day breakfast, with classics such as a full English, kedgeree with soft poached eggs, kippers or come in for brunch, lunch and early

suppers and choose from our CoCoes deli platters, mezes, scandi style open sandwiches, toasted baguettes, veggie or our famous rare breed flakey sausage rolls (a favourite of comedian Al Murray!). Our daily changing blackboard also features popular dishes such as Norfolk fish cakes with homemade fennel slaw or delicious vegetarian or meaty quiches, aubergine parmigiana, soup and salads. On Sundays we serve a traditional roast with all the trimmings including Scott’s field rare breed slow roast belly of pork and brisket of beef from Impsons Butchers in Swaffham. Our patisserie is made in house and you can enjoy a large selection of Maggie and Jules’s homemade cakes, pastries, petit fours and biscuits such as lemon polenta, rosewater and raspberry meringues, sticky ginger or fudgy nut slice, chocolate truffles, macarons, shortbreads and biscotti’s. As we make everything

on site there is always gluten free, vegan or diabetic choices. CoCoes serves locally ground coffee from Norfolk, with a selection of proper coffees as well as teas, local juices, freshly squeezed orange, soft drinks and a small selection of local beers and wine from Adnams. CoCoes also offers outside catering for birthdays; Christenings; farewell parties; weddings; conferences; meetings; whatever your occasion speak to a member of the team. ■ Strattons Hotel, Restaurant & CoCoes Café Deli, 4 Ash Close, Swaffham PE37 7NH 01760 723845 Mon-Fri: 7.30am-5pm Sat-Sun & Bank Holiday: 8.30am-5pm www.strattonshotel.com Vanilla August/September 2017

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1 Preheat oven to 160Â°C. Place butter and sugar in the bowl of a stand up mixer with the paddle attachment. Leave for 3 minutes on slowest setting. 2 With the mixer running on medium speed slowly add the eggs. Increase speed to high for a few seconds to make sure mix is emulsified. 3 Add ground almonds and flour. Mix on a low speed until homogeneous. 4 Liberally coat pastry shell with raspberry jam. Pour batter directly on top. 5 Halve apricots and remove stones. Arrange face up around the tart and sprinkle liberally with flaked almonds. 6 Bake in the middle of the hot oven for 30-40 minutes until top is golden and centre no longer wobbles. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

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NORFOLK RESTAURANT WEEK

OW IN its fifth year the much anticipated Norfolk Restaurant Week, in association with Norfolk Hideaways, launches again this autumn and runs from 30th October until 10th November (excluding weekends). Previously run as North Norfolk Restaurant Week, popularity has prompted organisers to make this year a countywide affair, with restaurants throughout Norwich and surrounding areas now joining those in North & West Norfolk. “I believe the success of the event is not only down to the amazing value diners receive from the fixed price menus on offer, but that it’s a real celebration of the Norfolk food scene, which is exactly what we set out to

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achieve. It's a great excuse to try a new restaurant or an old favourite, particularly with large groups of friends and family. The social element which restaurant week provokes is a real pleasure to witness” says founder and organiser Martin Billing. Last year 46 restaurants welcomed 21,000 diners through their doors over the course of the event. With the focus on seasonal and local produce chefs once again showcased their talents, and for two weeks satisfied both appetites and bank accounts with unbeatably priced menus. As in previous years participating restaurants this year will offer set menus of either 2 courses for £10 and 3 for £15 or 2 for £15 and 3 courses for £20. No vouchers or codes are

required, but booking is strongly recommended.

EW ADDITIONS for this year include Jive Kitchen, Warwick St Social, Farmyard and Yellows Bar and Grill in Norwich joining the stylish Strattons Hotel in Swaffham along with longstanding favourites on the coast including The White Horse in Brancaster Staithe and Titchwell Manor Hotel. With around 70 restaurants, bistros and cafes taking part this year it's definitely an event not to be missed.

A full list of participating restaurants can be found at www.norfolkrestaurantweek.co.uk with menus due for release in mid September.

Just a few of the participating restaurants: (clockwise top left) Jive Kitchen, Norwich; The Pig, Edgefield; The Globe, Wells next to the Sea; Titchwell Manor

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Churros

Served with a Butterscotch Sauce from the Jive Kitchen! Happy Hour every day 5 - 7 pm Quiz night Thursdays from 8pm Live music every evening Friday & Saturday

YOU WILL NEED 100g butter 250ml water zest of one orange 150g plain flour 1/2 tsp salt 3 eggs 1 vanilla pod

Butterscotch Sauce:

100g butter 100g soft dark brown sugar 100g golden syrup 150ml double cream pinch of salt

1 Combine water, sugar, vanilla and the orange zest. Bring to the boil over a medium heat. Add the flour to the boiling water mixture and stir to form a dough. 2 Cook over a medium heat till the dough comes away from the side of the pan. Transfer to an electric mixer and beat at medium speed adding the eggs one by one. Once all combined to make a smooth, glossy paste, let the dough rest in a warm place for 10/15 minutes (donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t let the dough go cold as it is difficult to pipe the mixture). 3 Spoon the mix into a pipping bag and pipe the mixture onto 10cm paper squares in fingers or spirals, working from inside out. 4 To cook, deep fry until golden brown and cooked through 5-7 mins. Dust in cinnamon sugar. 5 For sauce, melt butter, brown sugar and salt. When dissolved, add the syrup and cook for 1 minute, add cream and gently bring to the boil. Simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with ice cream. 2A Exchange St, Norwich NR2 1AT Tues-Fri: 12-2.30 & 6-9pm Saturday: 12-3pm & 6-10pm www.jivekitchen.co.uk

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atso’s American Grill on Salhouse Road, Norwich has now reopened after a refurbishment. With stunning new décor, furniture, lighting and new booths creating a relaxed and intimate dining experience, and plenty of seating for larger parties. The décor has been transformed to create a fresh, vibrant and brighter atmosphere. Alongside a selection of stylish memorabilia and pictures from the famous mobster period in American history creating a true American style ambience. Come and enjoy the freshly prepared American style dishes including, chargrilled steaks, Burgers, Chicken, Ribs and Mexican dishes in their newly refurbished restaurant.

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NOT-TO-MISS EVENTS Norwich UNTIL 31 AUGUST

Head Out Not Home Norwich in the summer really is the place to be on Thursday evenings, with so much to enjoy, including an excellent array of shops, cafe's, bars and restaurants. This year Norwich Business Improvement District’s (BID) Head Out, Not Home summer events programme promises to be bigger and better than ever. Running until 31st August, Thursday evenings will be alive with free street entertainment including Covent Garden entertainers, bands and street performers So head to Gentleman's Walk, St Gregory's Green, Hay Hill, Timberhill and Westlegate and enjoy free summer entertainment. 4.40pm-8pm Thursday Evenings

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Norfolk Yarn Courses SATURDAY 2 SEPTEMBER

Spinning for Beginners

An informal introduction to the joy of making your own knitting yarn. 10-4pm £60

Bank Holiday Family Fun at Great Yarmouth Racecourse

skills in an enjoyable social group. The course is 12 sessions, once a month, on a Saturday. £30 per session www.norfolkyarn.co.uk

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Beret Masterclass Two part master class for anyone looking to move on from the basics, read a pattern and learn how to make a cute little Crochet Beret. 2-4.30pm £45 SEPTEMBER 28

Basic Wet Feltmaking

How to create a flat, even piece of felt while expressing your individuality! 10am-3pm £38

Join us for fun buskers' night with musicians, singers and a hula hoop performance artist to benefit local charities. Tickets include a pub dinner with Gloucester Old Spot pork bangers or veggie option. Open bar. All proceeds going to charity. The Sanctuary 7-9:30pm £15 in advance from The Sanctuary Coffee Stop or 07786-431611

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Tuition for those wanting to improve their knitting

Taking place in the walled garden at Holkham Hall. Now in its eigth year, the festival has grown into a

Mystery Blanket Course

Great Yarmouth Racecourse 10 AUGUST

Summer Afternoon Flat Racing Seven races. Gates open 12 noon, first race 2.10pm, last race 5.15pm. £12/19 17 & 22 AUGUST

Summer Evening Flat Racing Seven races. Gates open 3pm, first race 4.40pm, last race 7.40pm. £12/19 SUNDAY 27 AUGUST

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highly successful event. Featuring an ever-growing team of local food and drink producers who grow, rear, produce, supply and sell food in north Norfolk.

Bank Holiday Family fun

Loads of fun activities for children of all ages. Gates open 11.30am, first race 2.15pm, last race 5.45pm. £14/21 Under 18s free

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Dreamboats & Petticoats

THEATRE Norwich Theatre Royal highlights 7-12 AUGUST

Dreamboats & Petticoats The West End musical features some of the greatest hit songs of the Rock ‘n’ Roll era. Inspired by the smash hit multi-million selling album Dreamboats and Petticoats and, with over 2 million copies sold, the Great British public didn’t just want to listen to pure nostalgia they wanted to see it as well. In 1961 young musicians Norman and Bobby compete to win a national song writing competition – and, more importantly, the attention of the gorgeous Sue! But when Bobby discovers that shy Laura is no slouch on the piano, love and rock ‘n’ roll fame beckon. Tickets £8-£25.50

Curious Incident of the Dog

29 AUG- 2 SEPT

Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time Winner of 7 Olivier Awards and 5 Tony Awards.Christopher, fifteen years old, has an extraordinary brain – exceptional at maths while ill-equipped to interpret everyday life. He has never ventured alone beyond the end of his road, he detests being touched and he distrusts strangers. When he falls under the suspicion of killing Mrs Shears’ dog, it takes him on a journey that upturns his world. Tickets £8-£28.50 5-9 SEPTEMBER

Shirley Valentine Willy Russell’s heartwarming comedy premiered in 1986 and took the world by storm. It was adapted into an Oscar nominated film. Now, on its 30th anniversary, Jodie

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Prenger stars in a major revival of this national treasure. Shirley is a Liverpool housewife. Her kids have left home and she makes chips and egg for her husband while talking to the wall. Where has her life disappeared to? Out of the blue, her best friend offers her a trip to Greece for 2 weeks and she secretly packs her bags. She heads for the sun and starts to see the world and herself very differently. Tickets £8-£26.50 14-16 SEPTEMBER

The National Gilbert & Sullivan Opera Company Three classic performances: The Mikado on Thursday 14th, Pirates of Penzance on Friday 15th and HMS Pinafore on Saturday 16th. Tickets £8-£25 For more information go to theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

Dancing at Lughnasa

Maddermarket Theatre 22-30 AUGUST

Dancing at Lughnasa By Brian Friel

‘Magical. It’s a masterpiece, and a total joy.’ The Independent A heart-warming and bittersweet story about family set in rural 1930’s Ireland, by one of the greatest playwrights of the 20th Century, Brian Friel. Dancing at Lughnasa follows the lives, loves and losses of the Mundy sisters against the backdrop of a rapidly changing world. With little but each other, their dreams and an old Marconi radio for company, the five women must find meaning in the fleeting joys of everyday life. A richly evocative play about community, memory and sisterhood. Tickets from £8 7.30pm (& 2.30pm Sat) www.maddermarket.co.uk

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ENTERTAINMENT HIGHLIGHTS Norwich Playhouse 23-28 AUGUST

The Nimmo Twins: The Country Cords The Nimmo Twins return with their sell-out, award-winning show The Country Members to be recorded for a live CD. Plus a preview of one or three new bits for their next show. Book early to avoid being one of those people who say: "I dint even noo yoo were on!'. Tickets £19.50 1 SEPTEMBER

Barry Cryer: Strictly Come Joking Barry Cryer and Colin Sell – the Ant and Dec of the sanatogen set, reunite to bring you a new show, devised by them after the visitors left. Cryer, still a “Sprightly Veteran” (Undertakers Gazette) and Sell a “Legendary Virtuoso” (Pensioners Weekly) combine to entertain you with songs,

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jokes and the amazing realisation that they’re still here. Join them before they come apart. Tickets £18 2 SEPTEMBER

Jay Rayner: The Ten (Food) Commandments The original Ten Commandments have little to offer when it comes to how and what we eat. Now awardwinning restaurant critic Jay Rayner has decided it's time to act. Join our very own culinary Moses in this audio-visual romp as he attempts to lead us to the edible promisedland. He'll explain why thou shalt always eat with thy hands, why thou should most definitely worship leftovers, and why thou must celebrate the stinkiest of foods, as he sets out to provide hilarious guidance on the very best way to eat now. Book signing with Jay after the show. Tickets £16.50

Ed Gamble: Mammoth

21&22 SEPTEMBER

Ed Gamble: Mammoth

After the huge success of his 2016 tour, that gobby little toerag Ed Gamble is back with a brand new lumbering beast of a comedy show. Off of Mock the Week (BBC2), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Conan (TBS), Almost Royal (E4), Russell Howard’s Stand Up Central (Comedy Central), Man Down (C4) as well as countless other things. Tickets £12 8 SEPTEMBER

Ronnie Scott's All Stars Direct from London’s world-famous jazz club, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars combine worldclass live jazz, narration and rare archive images, for a unique evening celebrating ‘The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook’. The Ronnie Scott’s Soho Songbook is a glimpse into this unique world and its incredible history. Hosted

and performed by the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, this is a unique evening celebrating the music and history of Ronnie Scott’s. Tickets £19/£21

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Norwich Theatre Royal 3 SEPTEMBER

Purple Rain A world class live celebration of the music, life and legacy of Prince. This full 8 piece live band delivers a non-stop, hitpacked show spanning more than two hours! Complete with backing vocals, horn section, keys and Jimi Love as the unsurpassed Prince. Expect to see, hear and feel all of the hits from one of the most loved artists of all time. 1999, Little Red Corvette, Purple Rain, Kiss, Diamonds And Pearls, U Got The Look, When Doves Cry, Cream, I Wanna Be Your Lover and so many more. Tickets £7-22.50 theatreroyalnorwich.co.uk

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John Bultitude Norwich Theatre Royal

My City Life

spare time. Over the last 12 months it’s been everything from classical concerts to wrestling tournaments. I can’t say “no” to my friends! More travel is on my bucket-list and I would like to visit Japan in the next couple of years.

What do you love about Norwich?

Why do you think Norwich Theatre Royal is so successful? There are a number of reasons, but it’s mainly because the theatre has embedded itself in the community so well. The programming is finely tuned to fit in with the tastes of the people who live and work in the region, treading a fine line between popular favourites and some innovative and challenging work. We are also an educational charity, so learning and participation are at the heart of what we do and our team also has a strong track record of

working with touring shows and productions to create learning opportunities.

What is the most fascinating part of your job? I have had the chance to work alongside some incredibly talented performers. I wouldn’t like to pick out a favourite, but one of the most inspirational groups is Cat Chapman’s all-male dance company, Legacy, whose passion and drive is incredible.

What do you like to do when you are not working? Theatre is a bit of a busman’s holiday for me. If I can get to the West End to see shows, I will. I also love seeing work being developed in other parts of the country. Some of the productions in Manchester, Liverpool and Glasgow are great, although that isn’t to play down the efforts being made in Norwich. I also organise events in my

What are your hidden gems in the city? There are so many. The area around the River Wensum often gets forgotten and yet is so beautiful. Elm Hill is like stepping back into the past, which I guess is why it is so popular with film-makers and photographers. Top of the list has to be The Lanes. Anything Brighton can do Norwich can do just as well!

Where are your favourite places to eat in the city? I am a bit of an Indian food junkie, so a favourite is The Merchants of Spice on Colegate.

The Coach and Horses on Little Bethel Street is also superb and has been ‘the theatre pub’ for generations; tasty tapas and a wide range of beer is guaranteed from Amy, Ant and their very friendly team. n

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John Bultitude has been the senior communications officer at Norwich Theatre Royal for almost 10 years. He is part of a team of three people who help to spread the word about shows and activities at the venue via the media and social media. He lives just outside Norwich.

It mixes the cosmopolitan with a strong sense of community. The city is growing and changing, but not to the extent that it loses its personality. Actors and performers who tour here always say how much they like the atmosphere of the city.

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