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“We’re content that our family can make the most of our assets, without any tax problems, after we’ve passed away”

Inheritance tax – planning for the future MY PROBLEM: Only just in our fifties, inheritance tax planning wasn’t something that Peter and I had put on the radar – at least not for the immediate future. We’re both still working and retirement is a long way off. With grandchildren newly on the scene, though, we had been thinking about updating our wills. Especially as we’d been reading a lot in the papers about a new Residence Nil Rate Band being brought in, to increase the amount we could leave free of inheritance tax to £1m. Totting up our assets, we knew we had investments of around £300,000 and property worth around £500,000, so we decided we would see a solicitor to make sure we had everything planned out correctly, as the new Residence Nil Rate Band seemed a little complicated.

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Peter has always kept a keen eye on financial planning and we wrote our wills some years ago, when our own children were still small. While they’re both adults now, nothing had changed in terms of how our assets would be split if we were to pass away, so we hadn’t thought to review our wills or our letters of wishes.

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When Peter explained that we were a little confused about the new Residence Nil Rate Band, Nick told us that many people had contacted him with the same questions.

He said that the new legislation was just in the proposal stage at the moment and that, if it was all agreed, it wouldn’t come into force until April 2017. He also explained that the £1m figure was a little misleading, as the legislation would be rolled out incrementally.

He explained that, as current legislation stands, we could leave up to £325,000 each tax free to our children – a total of £650,000 between us. This is known as the Nil Rate Band and could be made up of any assets that we own, such as property, savings or a combination of both. The government’s new proposals mean we may be able to each pass on an additional amount, tax free, to our children if we leave a property that we have lived in as our main residence to one or more of our direct descendants. He said that this amount is planned to be £100,000 each initially, and the government is proposing to increase this by £25,000 for the following three years, reaching a total of £175,000 each by 2020.

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everything to each other when one of us passed away, there would be no inheritance tax for the surviving partner to pay, and the Nil Rate Band of the deceased would transfer too.

This would also be the case with the unused proposed Residence Nil Rate Band.

On the death of that surviving partner, after April 2017 and assuming the proposals have become law, there would be two Residence Nil Rate Bands available to offset against our home, as long as we were to leave it to our children or any other direct descendant. The rest of our estate would then be covered by the £650,000 Nil Rate Band, meaning we could leave our entire estate, free of inheritance tax. Nick suggested

that it was a good time to properly review our wills and letters of wishes, being mindful of the potential Residence Nil Rate Band.

Taking all of this information on board, we went home to think about our options and to list out our assets so we could make a sound decision. A few weeks later we returned to Barker Gotelee. With all the figures clear in our heads, we briefed Nick and he drew up our new wills, recording our letters of wishes as well.

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When valuing pearls factors to consider include the size the shape (perfectly round is ideal), the colour and the quality and depth of the surface nacre (also known as mother of pearl which makes up the outer coating). Quality of Lustre is very important because if the pearl has been removed too quickly it will lack depth of colour and possibly flake.

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Tahitian pearls is Schoeffel of Germany, a family business founded in 1921 and who hold a worldwide reputation for their integrity and quality.

We have in store classic single row necklets, bracelets and earrings, with prices starting from £260. We also have some stunning pearls mounted in 18 carat gold and set with diamonds. The beautiful collar below is £6250 with the earrings £1500. Do come and take a look they are guaranteed to bring a little radiance to the wearer.

Why not visit our first floor restaurant and enjoy a winter warming homemade soup or stew or treat yourself to one of our lovely home made cakes.

We look forward to welcoming you. ■ Berridges can be found at: 4 Dial Lane, Ipswich IP1 1DL. Telephone 01473 225525 www.berridges.com

Tahitian pearl and diamond set earrings £1500

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Celebrating over 30 years in the jewellery business

ARATS Jewellers, the much-loved store in the Buttermarket, first opened its doors just over 30 years ago, offering modern jewellery in silver, gold and platinum in a wide range of affordable prices. They have an on-site workshop – from simple chain repairs to more complex one-off designs – staff also do ring sizing and repairs of both modern and antique jewellery.

Carats sources replacement coloured stones and diamonds and can retip claws and change settings. They can source Bespoke pieces of unusual, interesting stones, jewellery are created such as purple, green and in the Carats on-site workshop colour-change sapphires, star sapphires and natural alexandrite. If not used for When making rings they always customers’ one-off commissions, use a white metal surround they make unique pieces for the for diamonds and like to team shop. coloured stones with diamonds Owners, Ian and Heather to complement as a cluster Bishop, make some of their or three-stone design, with stock but most of their time is diamonds either side. Sapphires spent at the bench, working are always a popular choice on repairs and commissions. due to the colour variations They design and make and hardness. As Fellows of engagement rings to customers’ the Gemmological Association, specifications. Current trends Carats can also identify and seem still to sway towards white advise on stones. metal, either gold, platinum or increasingly palladium, with a BESPOKE WEDDING JEWELLERY solitaire diamond and accents of Carats specialise in customdiamonds. Recently they have making fitted bands to noticed a stronger demand for complement uniquely shaped yellow gold jewellery. engagement rings. This is

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either done by hand or by carving a wax model to create a perfect fit. The wax is cast in the preferred metal, and finished and polished by hand. Adding diamonds, coloured stones or engraved detail can also make the wedding band tie in perfectly with the engagement ring.

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ERY unusual and complex jewellery can be created using CAD software, producing a wax copy which can be cast from. All that’s needed is a picture, design or idea to create a one-off piece of jewellery. In addition, they string pearls and beads so have been creating unique pearl and stone bead necklaces for a number of years.

Other services on offer include plating, watch and clock repairs, engraving, ear piercing, gem testing and remodelling family jewellery, reusing gold and stones where possible. Because most of the work is on site, Carats cuts out the middleman and provides a quality repair or commission at a highly competitive price.

Carats are always happy to talk to customers about their ideas or requirements, so pop in and they will assist in any way they can. www.caratsjewellers.co.uk

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Husband and wife team, Heather and Ian Bishop behind the scenes at Carats

UNMISSABLE WEDDING SHOWS MILSOMS KESGRAVE HALL Sunday 21st February 10.30 to 3.00pm

LE TALBOOTH, DEDHAM Sunday 3rd April 10.30 to 3.00pm

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1. JUST PICKED

Floral arrangements that feature both whatever is in season and whatever is local are gaining traction. Couples are looking for freshly picked blooms. These free-form bouquets and centerpieces often include a mix of big and small blossoms in more than one colour.

2. MISMATCHED BRIDESMAIDS

Gone are the days of mandatory bridesmaids uniforms. Now brides are allowing their ladies to choose their own dresses in colours and styles that flatter their bodies. Plus, many of these outfits end up being worn more than once, which we love!

It’s a stunning look.

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3. BRUNCH WEDDINGS

Serve your guests a brunch instead of dinner. Your wedding needn’t be so extravagant if you are on a smaller budget.

A waffle bar with delicious toppings will do the trick. Have your ceremony before the sun reaches its peak and then enjoy cocktail hour under the sun or indoors.

4. INTIMATE DINNERS

Couples now want to focus on quality over quantity. With family style dining tables and low lush arrangements, conversation is highlighted and memories made!

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5. A FONDNESS FOR FONTS

There’s such a strong cultural interest in words and graphics that it couldn’t help but spill over into the world of wedding invitations. Using multiple fonts on an all-type invitation adds fresh personality and anything done by hand is in high demand.

7. PINK FIZZ

6. BLUSH & CREAMS

Rosé wine is fast becoming a mainstay at weddings. Couples are including it in the wine selection at dinner, serving rosé champagne for toasts or offering a variety of rosé cocktails.

Very soft palettes, for instance, a blush wedding gown with creamy flowers, or blush details on the table that are subtle and classic.

Who can argue with too much dessert? Couples opting out of cake are replacing it with a variety of sweets and treats.

9. WOODLAND 10. BOHO CHIC Airy outdoor weddings THEMES with bright colours as well

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1. NARROW YOUR CHOICES

Make some preliminary choices before you hit the stores. What colour metal do you prefer: yellow, white or rose? Work these questions out to hone in on what you are looking for.

2. START YOUR SEARCH EARLY

Once you have a basic idea of what you want, head out to the shops. Give yourselves at least two months to browse, research, price and revisit rings that catch your eye. Allow even more time if you're interested in a custom piece; extras such as engraving can take up to one month.

3. BE DIFFERENT

Don't fret if you like platinum while he likes yellow gold. There’s no rule that you have to match metals or even styles. Pick wedding bands that reflect each of your style sensibilities and tastes. However, some aspect of the rings (which can be as simple as an inscription) should match.

8. DESSERTS OTHER THAN CAKE

Woodland-themed florals and decor: dense greenery and sticks or wood slices used to give a woodland feel.

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as rustic with soft details, like harvest tables and dreamcatchers.

Lots of texture with pops of colour. White features offset with bold florals and colorful accents.

4. SET A BUDGET

A plain 14k gold ring starts at around £300. Obviously, diamonds can add considerably more to the cost. The price of engraving the inside of the wedding band depends on the font and on whether you have it engraved by hand or machine.

5. BE PRACTICAL

Keep your lifestyle in mind at all times.

Remember, you'll be wearing this band every day. The idea is to choose something that seamlessly becomes a part of your life. If you work with your hands often, look for a streamlined ring with little to no frills. Don’t be afraid to be trendy, but make sure the style you choose is something you'll still want to wear in 20 years (not to mention to all the jobs, PTA meetings and social functions in between).

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or those of us suffering with anxiety, stress, depression or a lack of confidence, the start of a new year can feel like both a blessing and a curse. Stepping into February and those broken resolutions can become more harmful than good if you are focussing on the things you haven’t achieved so far in 2016.

Have you finished beating yourself up yet? Meet Katrina Love, a very appropriate surname for a counsellor and life coach with a lot of experience. Katrina enables people to appreciate and learn to love themselves in order to be able to cope with the day to day issues in their lives, and make appropriate plans and goals to live the future they really want.

Katrina is a integrative psychotherapeutic counsellor and life coach and her philosophy and techniques were forged through her personal life experience: She became interested in the effects of trauma and vicarious trauma when a close family member had a severe head injury. Through learning to cope and live with her own traumatic situation, Katrina wrote the Life Check Programme and her insight into how the mind works began.

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ROM HER counselling suite at Basepoint Business Centre on Ransomes Europark in Ipswich, Katrina offers a range of services to

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enable all of her clients to get back on track and live their lives to the full. Through her therapeutic work, personal development programmes and positive philosophy her clients have learnt to move forwards to become happier and more successful in the areas of their lives that are most important to them.

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NE TO ONE counselling is available with Katrina, and she specialises in helping both men and women through a range of issues, including low self-esteem, anxiety, relationship break ups, eating disorders, selfharming, trauma, vicarious trauma, abuse, adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse and living with ASD (Aspergers).

For those looking to explore the unknown reasons that life is not going to plan, and seeking ways to get back on track, Katrina’s Life Check coaching sessions are pivotal in encouraging her clients to bring about positive life changes.

Katrina says her approach brings

about phenomenal transition in her clients: “Through examining your own thought processes, choices and decisions you will be more self-aware and can bring about the change you want to see in yourself.

Life Check shows participants how to reset their negative ‘damaging’ habits by using positive mental programming. Learning how to manage feelings and emotions is a key part of the course, empowering you to take responsibility and control of your own internal dialogue to concentrate on the goals you really want to achieve.

Rather than beating yourself about the things you haven’t done, focus on the things you want to achieve this year – there’s a whole clean page ahead of you to be happy and do anything you want to. The sky is not the limit, your mind is!”

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HE FEEDBACK from Life Check participants to date has been staggering, including: “being less fearful, less anxious, being more confident, more assertive, having more direction and feeling happier”. The measured results have been both rapid and efficient at proving a positive outcome.

Katrina’s Life Check course runs for two hours a week over a six week period, and both one to one and group sessions are available.

Why not do it now? Take the first step to your new, positive future and start to love yourself. ■

To find out more about Skype, telephone, one to one counselling consultations, the Life Check coaching programme contact Katrina Love BSc (Hons), MUKCP, MBACP t: 07747 345 384 www.katrinalove.co.uk

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The official fuel consumption figures in mpg (l/100km) for the Mazda Range: Urban 30.4 (9.3) - 74.3 (3.8). Extra Urban 51.4 (5.5) - 88.3 (3.2). Combined 40.9 (6.9) - 83.1 (3.4). CO2 emissions (g/km) 161 - 89.47 The mpg figures quoted are sourced from official EU-regulated test results obtained through laboratory testing. These are provided for comparability purposes only and may not reflect your actual driving results.

Retail sales only. Subject to availability on vehicles registered between 01.01.16 and 31.03.16. T&C apply. *0% APR Mazda Personal Contract Purchase available on all all-new Mazda2 models over 24, 30 or 36 months with no minimum deposit required. At the end of the agreement there are 3 options: (i) Renew: Part exchange the vehicle. (ii) Retain: Pay the Optional Final Payment to own the vehicle or (iii) Return the vehicle. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle. You will not own the vehicle until all payments are made. **Mazda Conditional Sale available on all all-new Mazda CX-3 models over 12,24 or 36 months with a minimum 50% deposit required. Deposit shown may be higher than the minimum; a lower **Ma deposit will result in increased monthly payments. Finance subject to status, 18s or over. Guarantee may be required. Mazda Financial Services RH1 1SR. Models shown: all-new Mazda2 75ps SE, OTR from £11,775. All-new Mazda CX-3 120ps 2WD SE, OTR from £17,595. Model shown features Soul Red Metallic paint £660. OTR price includes VAT, number plates, delivery, 12 months’ road fund licence, first registration fee, 3 year or 60,000 mile warranty and 3 years’ European roadside assistance. oTest drives subject to applicant status and availability. Details correct at time of going to print. Not available in conjunction with any other offer unless specified.

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Lady Cordelia testdrives...

The cultured, feminine perspective on automobiles of the day

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he Mazda CX-3 Sport Nav is one of those vehicles that look at home wherever they are.

It seems just as right motoring down country lanes as in the town.

There has been clever thinking in the styling department at Mazda, what with its muscular lower profile, sleek coupé-like roof and flowing body lines.

Mazda has a reputation for rugged vehicles but this is not at the expense of refinement.

The interior is welcoming and has a spacious feel. There are cup-holders for a latte and the 60:40 rear seat is flexible enough to hold all my luggage for an extended jaunt.

Keyless cabin entry provides a clue to the level of useful and impressive features. An array of buttons on the steering wheel allows one to adjust, for example, the cruise control speed without taking an eye off the road. While on the display panel, speed, emergency warnings and turn-by-

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turn directions are conveniently in the line of sight.

The sat nav is displayed on a multimedia touch screen in the centre of the dashboard while the infotainment and navigation “Commander” provides intuitive, simple control. As well as a Bose sound system, now we can keep up-to-date with texts, Facebook and Twitter. This is great news for cousin Hermione who cannot exist without access to social media!

I am very taken with the Smart City Brake Support designed to help avoid or minimise a lowspeed shunt. A laser-based system monitors the distance and closing speed of the vehicle in front and hits the brakes if a collision is likely.

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Mazda CX-3 Sport Nav Fact File Mpg: 70.6 (combined) OTR price: £21,895 Comfort: ★★★★ Economy: ★★★★★ X-Factor: ★★★★ Verdict: This model takes sportiness to another class!

And there’s the Hill Hold Assist to prevent rolling back during a hill start (a favourite of Hermione’s), lane departure warning system, and Adaptive Front Lighting, rear parking camera and sensors, LED lighting.

There are simply too many features to list. This model comes with just about anything the bridge club girls could request as extras, and all included in the standard specification. I can’t wait to tempt them with it! It’s a good job the people at Donalds Mazda are happy to discuss the benefits of these features, as I suspect the girls will be spending some time with them soon. ■ www.donaldsgroup-mazda.co.uk

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The Saints area of Ipswich comprises of St Peters and St Nicholas Streets, and forms a natural link from the Town Centre to the Waterfront. Steeped in history and home to our best independent businesses, shops and eateries, it’s a must-visit destination...

PANCAKE DAY @ APPLAUD CAFÉ

NEW! CAT ON THE STAIR

Housed in a historic 15th century building, new homewares store Cat On The Stair not only stocks that perfect piece of furniture for your home, it will also teach you how to revamp existing furniture through their series of workshops. Held in-store, customers can learn the necessary skills and then try them out for themselves whilst having their own energy levels restored with a hot drink and light lunch.

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For the second year in a row, Applaud Café will be hosting a special event for Pancake Day on February 9th (between 5-9pm) after it proved hugely popular with customers last year. A menu of pancakes, pancakes and more pancakes will feature four special fillings: classic lemon and sugar; Nutella and banana; clotted cream and ice-cream with sticky toffee sauce, and mascarpone, white chocolate and raspberry.

“We’re already taking bookings” said owner Beth Cook. “It’s so much fun and people really seem to enjoy it.” Walk-ins are welcome, she told Vanilla magazine, but larger groups are advised to book for what sounds like a friendly night out in a café much loved by its customers. Check them out on Facebook for more information.

SAY HELLO TO... CROMWELLS Opening last November, Cromwells is a lovely jewel box of a shop selling vintage homeware, gifts and painted furniture. Owned by Johnny who was attracted to The Saints through a family connection and his own love for what he calls ‘a beautiful street’, the interior is warmly styled and showcases each piece, helping to inspire customers.

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St Nicholas Stores offer freshly prepared food with a difference: sandwich fillings and salads that are packed with flavour such as nutty wild rice, sweet chilli, chorizo and their own roasted meats. Their sausage rolls have been described as “the best sausage rolls in Ipswich” and If that has not piqued your interest, then why not pop in and try their scotch eggs with a whole free range hens egg encased in a carefully spiced sausage meat mixture? Accompany with their in-house red onion chutney and pesto and a freshly made brownie for pud and there’s your lunch.

“Customers also love our vibrant and colourful handmade salads and we bake fresh cakes daily including gluten and dairy free option,” said Becca Mears.

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Saints interesting fact #5 In St Nicholas St there's a restaurant, which funnily enough used to be called Spooks, because it was supposed to be haunted.

Staff and visitors alike were scared witless by the ghost of Sylvia, whose top half only ever appeared. Glasses hovering in mid-air then smashing to the ground have been witnessed...

♥ SAINTS ♥ VALENTINES Tackle the winter blues by planning a special Valentines Day and you’ll find The Saints has everything you need, from atmospheric places to cosy up in to shops selling gifts for that special someone – or yourself!

Going out to celebrate? Then choose from Baiss and Co, Purity or Aspects beauty salons to help you look your best.

K Bar and Grill have created a special Saints Valentine Cocktail for their customers or get a rosy glow at the Thomas Wolsey Pub where they are serving blush wines. If you’d like a romantic dinner for two, @Twenty5 has attentive staff, good steaks and an unhurried atmosphere.

A Valentine night in is cosier with candles and snuggly pure wool throws from LoveOne whilst

a bouquet of flowers from Myrtle and Mint will win you brownie points. And why not dress up for a glamorous evening in with a new outfit or jewellery from Marianna? They also stock little trinkets from ChloBo and home fragrance from Dr Vranjes whilst Cake and Catwalk have handmade silver pieces by

Shelley Watts. Outfit your man in something smart and sharp from the Italian Shirt Shop, the last word in European cut and quality. Or, for the person who has everything, why not treat them to a pair of wallmounted glittery lips from House in Town or wow them with a six-branch chandelier?

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Perfume bottle £10

Maud’s Attic

Ceramic decoration

£36 Merchant House Antiques

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HE WHITE HART at Hadleigh dates back to the 15th and 16th century and its latest incarnation, blossoming into a new foodie pub which keeps the friendly village local feel at its core, is both refreshing and relaxing. Whether you are there for lunch, or meeting friends, the relaxed atmosphere will make you feel right at home.

The White Hart is a cheery place, large and spacious, unpretentious but nonetheless welcoming and warm. Owners Simon and Ros are passionate about food and its provenance, growing their own, raising Hereford beef and breeding Ryland sheep for the table, keeping chickens and bees and serving the freshest produce, across the menu.

So here’s a chance for one lucky Vanilla reader to win a scrumptious Sunday lunch for four, including house wine and coffee. Just answer the question and enter today!

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dward Williams, one of the youngest people in history to swim the English Channel, has spent the last nine years turning his hobby into a thriving company. Marathon swimmer, Edward, founded Elite Swimming Academy (ESA) in 2006 to transform the quality, service and results of swimming tuition and coaching for children and adults of all ages and abilities.

Good news for Ipswich, Elite Swimming Academy launched here at the end of 2015 and is now up and running for private swimming lessons. The Academy offers both adult and children’s swimming lessons at two luxury pools – DW Ipswich and Cardinal Lofts.

The lessons are of the highest quality and students benefit from working with our skilled coaches. ESA is known for only working in outstanding pools making swimming lessons a pleasure for customers.

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Visit www.eliteswimmingacademy.co.uk, or call 01473 569699 for more information.

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Small classes and fully-qualified teachers allow us to guarantee a vast improvement in a very short space of time.

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S THE NEW YEAR ROLES ON, MANY OF us are already struggling to maintain our fitness regimes. With novelty rapidly wearing off and limited daylight, motivation can be difficult to muster. Health and fitness advice can often be conicting and confusing, and a commonly encountered misconception is that strength and resistance training is only appropriate for people wanting to bulk out. In an attempt to dispel this myth, the team at CrossFitISC have devised a tailored and varied program of activity to suit all ages and abilities.

The idea and the concept of a weight lifting class may initially be intimidating, but the reality and the benefits are far different. The environment is supportive, and emphasis is primarily on technique and safety, offering

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personlised advice to participants in a friendly group environment. Often on first name terms with many of their members, the coaches advocate an inclusive and varied approach to resistance training.

If the aim is weight loss, resistance and strength training will not only increase your heart rate during the class, but also raise your body's metabolic rate during the subsequent muscle repair process. Fat burning becomes a continual process after finishing each class. Hormonal discrepancies between men and women also mean that while men may bulk up, the affect in women will be far less prominent.

CrossFit-ISC not only seeks to increase levels of lean muscle tissue, but in doing so, improves cardiovascular fitness. The strength training classes not only provide a head to toe workout, but get your

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heart pumping in the process. Not only does this offer participants a great alternative or accompaniment to any specific cardiovascular exercise, but it also addresses and improves bone density and joint health.

To cater for all, CrossFit-ISC offer a variety of classes suitable for beginners and established participants, with a timetable of similar

The idea and the concept of a weight lifting class may initially be intimidating, but the reality and the benefits are far different adaptability. Classes run throughout the day and are always led by an expert trainer, with relevant equipment provided. All the particulars are taken care of, to ensure that the focus of the class is the environment it generates.

Motivated by personal goals with the support of your group, the environment is physically safe and not remotely intimidating, a JOIN A common misconception about weight CLASS TODAY! training. With classes well structured, Visit their website participants of all shapes, ages and crossfit-isc.co.uk sizes can enjoy the empowering feeling for more that comes from engaging muscles, information toning up and achieving goals. www.crossfit-isc.co.uk Chris: 07783 975363 | chris@crossfit-isc.co.uk Adam 07843 883055 | adam@crossfit-isc.co.uk

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PEOPLE

SPOTLIGHT OLIVIA CASTLE THE JAZZ SINGER

Described by Laurie Holloway as “The best vocalist I’ve played for, for a long time and a class act!” and as a “genuine talent” by Sir Michael Parkinson, local jazz singer Olivia Castle has created quite a stir in a relatively short period of time, winning radio play from all three regional BBC radio stations.

A runner-up in the BBC Radio 2 Chorister of the Year final of 2008, Olivia has continued to study and refine her craft resulting in the recent release of her album, Siren Song.

Olivia’s warm vocals are a crossover between Jazz and Easy-Listening and her album is packed with American Songbook standards such as Somewhere Over the Rainbow and Making Whoopee. Working alongside a team of creatives, who have worked with some big names in the industry, has encouraged Olivia to experiment. Her arrangements pay homage to the blues, ballads and swing and a lifelong love of performance which began when she watched her mother perform with a jazz trio. She recently learned that her greatgrandfather was also musically gifted, touring Europe in the 1920s as a member of The Padureano Jazz band.

Olivia has lived in East Suffolk her entire life, telling Vanilla, “It is a place I will always consider home and somewhere I am proud to have come from. There is so much talent springing out of the county given that Ed Sheeran, Laura Wright and I have all lived and been schooled in Framlingham – there must be something in the water.”

Siren Song is out now and you can find out more from www.oliviacastle.com

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r Kathleen Walker is celebrating ten years of practice at Radiant Beauty Medical Aesthetics with a move to beautiful new offices at Melton, near Woodbridge. She will be sharing this venue with Avalon Hairdressers and The Beauty Room, to create a true “Beauty Hub” in this tranquil and discreet location. Dr Walker is a well-known practitioner in the field of medical aesthetics and offers a wide range of cosmetic procedures with skill and careful attention to her clients’ needs and concerns.

When choosing a therapist for procedures such as cosmetic injections, chemical peels, laser therapy and skin lesion removal it is important to seek the services of medically qualified practitioners. Dr Walker has the qualifications and experience to ensure you can be confident in her care.

She provides free consultations and is recognised as an expert in treating age lines, wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, facial thread veins, permanent hair reduction, excessive sweating and acne.

Dr Walker offers injectable anti-wrinkle treatments (Botox and dermal fillers), chemical peels for skin rejuvenation,

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micro-needling with the latest technology (Dermapen) for acne scars and stretch marks, cryotherapy for sun damage and age spots, as well as IPL (intense pulsed light) for permanent hair reduction, thread veins and skin tone. Her excellent injection skills have helped many clients to achieve enhancement of lips, cheeks, tear troughs and classic frown and marionette lines.

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r Walker’s professional career began as a nurse in the USA, she subsequently received master’s degrees in family practice and midwifery and finally, a doctorate in public health from the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine.

Accordingly, there is much

Dr Walker – a recognised expert in treating age lines, wrinkles, sun damage, age spots, facial thread veins, permanent hair reduction, excessive sweating and acne.

of the gentleness of the nurse and none of the brashness of a busy GP which makes for a uniquely relaxed atmosphere, where you will find absolutely no salesmanship.

Time and again, her patients remark on the pleasant, unhurried environment, as well as the astonishing success of the treatments.

Dr Walker, a member of the British Association of Cosmetic Nurses, conducts all consultations and treatments herself. You are in the best of hands with this experienced, qualified, personable and licensed practitioner. ■ Radiant Beauty can now be found at 9 Clements Road, Melton, Woodbridge IP12 1SZ. t: 01394

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HAT A JOY not to have to negotiate a town centre for a sublime pampering session. Leanne Marie Professional Skincare and Beauty salon is a delightful addition to the village of Henley, just five miles outside Ipswich.

Leanne Marie has 12 years’ experience in the beauty industry and has run her own business for the past eight. Over this time she has expanded her knowledge base to offer high levels of skincare and waxing along with a range of other beauty treatments.

Leanne and her young family moved to Henley just over a year ago, and her new salon will undoubtedly be warmly welcomed. She works alongside two therapists, Amanda Rose and Kate Dare, who offer a variety of beauty and nail treatments.

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TRIED & TESTED Vanilla were kindly invited to experience a treatment and opted for the more unusual Hopi ear candling.

This traditional therapy originates with the Hopi Indian tribe of the American south-west where hollow rolled columns of cotton flax were impregnated with beeswax. Now known as Hopi candles, they also contain honey, sage, St John’s wort and camomile.

I lay on my side and a candle was gently inserted as far as was comfortable into the ear canal.

“You'll hear a noise like sizzling bacon,” Amanda Rose told me as she lit the candle. Yes, and

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a gentle "whooshing", warming sensation. She held it steady and after 10 minutes the candle had burned down to about an inch and a half from the ear. Amanda put out the flame. I rolled over and the process was repeated for the other ear.

The £30 treatment took 45 minutes and included an amazing pressure-point facial massage plus neck and shoulders. Heavenly.

Practitioners say the candles work like a chimney, drawing out impurities. Most burn away, although some may be found in the candle wax residue or appear (on a cotton bud) a day or two after treatment.

The theory is that the warm smoke softens earwax while the honey and sage coat the ear canal, soothing the skin.

The temperature difference between the inner and outer ear canals can help to ease tinnitus, pressure and earache, and it was certainly effective for itchiness.

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MY SKIN IS BECOMING MORE SENSITIVE TO WAXING TREATMENTS. I DON’T WANT TO GO BACK TO SHAVING CAN YOU SUGGEST ANY ALTERNATIVES? A: I would suggest that you firstly find out what type of wax is being used and whether or not this has been changed recently. There are several types of warm wax available; honey, cream, tea tree, chocolate – you may be sensitive to a particuler type. You could ask your therapist to apply a barrier to your skin prior to the wax being applied as this will help to reduce the reaction or apply a cold compress or towel to the area. If the warm wax hasn't been changed then it would be sensible to look at other forms of hair removal. You could consider hot wax this is similar to warm wax but the difference is that it has a higher temperature and it sets on the skin and peeled away quickly to remove the hairs.

Hot wax sets around the hairs rather than the skin. The heat encourages your pores and hair follicles to open up making it easy to remove hair without irritating the skin. You could also consider threading depending on the area, as this is generally done on facial areas. Threading removes the entire hair follicle, lasting up to 6 weeks

I’M 28 AND AFTER A RECENT HOLIDAY, MY FACE PEELED AND I’M LEFT WITH UNEVEN PATCHES ON MY FACE. COULD THIS BE THE START OF AGE SPOTS ALREADY? This sounds like pigmentation caused by over-exposure and damage from the sun and their harmful UVA/UVB rays. Your skin will need time to repair but unfortunately the damage which has been caused is irreversible and it is essential that you use a moisturiser with at least a 30 SPF to prevent further damage. Even though it is not hot here the sun still omits harmful rays even on a cloudy day. You may also want to consider having facials which target skin pigmentation such as light therapy, microdermabrasion or laser treatment.

I TRAPPED MY NAIL A FEW MONTHS AGO AND NOW ITS TURNED BLACK AND IS LIFTING AWAY FROM THE NAIL BED. WILL I LOSE THAT NAIL? Once the nail has lifted away from the nail bed you should be able to see a new nail growing underneath.

The new nail is causing the damaged nail to separate from the nail bed as it is starting grow it no longer needs to be protected. Make sure that you do not pick at the damaged nail and you allow the old nail to naturally fall away. Once the damaged nail has fallen off it would be best to get an extension placed on top of the new nail, as this will help to train it to grown back into a normal nail (without ridges, vertical splits and dents). I would advise seeking advice from a reputable nail salon or beauty salon. n

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s someone who usually exits a facial with a blotchy red face and heads home to put on some make-up and generally “undo” what’s just been done, it was with some trepidation that I entered Bodylines on Tacket Street, Ipswich, to trial their Elizabeth Arden Pro ‘Peel and Reveal’ facial.

I was greeted by Nicola, the salon owner, herself a very experienced and knowledgeable beauty therapist. She explained the technology behind this particular facial and the products involved. Nicola talked about a new era of “cosmoceuticals” and described how the products in the Elizabeth Arden Pro range worked. It was fascinating to hear about the science behind them, although chemistry was never my strong subject!

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been developed to prepare the skin for a facial peel, but, as Nicola explained, the Elizabeth Arden Pro is nothing like the scary-sounding chemical peels of a few years ago.

Nicola gently double-cleansed and exfoliated my face and gave me a pressure-point massage, which was lovely and relaxing.

She then applied a replenishing masque to firm and hydrate my skin. She told me I might feel some tingling but it was only a very slight sensation.

While the masque was working, Nicola gave me a taster of a full Hydration Peel across my upper arms, shoulders and décolletage (a pre-peel solution

followed by Hydration Peel). She explained it could work wonders for any problem areas such as bumpy, mottled areas on the upper arms.

Nicola gently sponged off the masque and then worked across my face and neck using Peel Pads – the multitasking exfoliating treatment for skin brightening (rejuvenation) and refining. Next she applied a cellular recovery serum, followed by a moisturising facial cream and lastly a fabulous product called Triple Action Protector, a tinted, hydrating, anti-ageing cream with SPF 50.

Up until now I’ve been a bit cynical about facial treatments and products which make extravagant claims, but I have to say I was really impressed with how my skin looked and felt afterwards. My face, as well as my shoulders and arms, felt so smooth and soft, I’m thinking that if this is what the new generation of peel products can do, count me in! n REVIEW: SALLY MERRIWEATHER

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to appeal to buyers, maximising market potential and achieving that all-important “wow” factor.

Although you should never strip a home of its personal warmth, small stylistic changes can highlight the positive aspects of a property and minimise the negatives.

Property expert Mark Halls on Home Staging

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HE MOST important fact to remember when selling is to distance yourself and become the potential buyer. Home Stagers will use their knowledge of interior design alongside an extensive understanding of property to market your home. A fresh perspective can sell the lifestyle – ultimately, this is what most buyers are looking for.

Professionally done, this will help the buyer visualise their belongings in your home. Wherever possible, Home Staging uses what is already available. The service is incredibly flexible and it’s important to remember that it is

Home Staging gives your property the “wow” factor

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It is vital to stand out from similar properties on the market.

And don’t forget the outside – first impressions are key and lead to a positive reaction to the rest of your home.

I do hope you consider using Home Staging either to speed up your sale or get a tip-top price. For more information, please do not hesitate to contact me and I will be happy to answer any questions.

Happy house selling!

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Labour of Love 3.6 metre-high ceilings (my pupils are dilating).

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Deep skirting and architrave (I’m becoming breathless). Original two-metre-high sash windows with working shutters (I’m blushing). Original herringbone parquet flooring (I’m speechless) In my business I see properties in varying degrees of neglect. This one is no exception. The first time I saw it, I knew there would be a kind of getting to know and falling in love with the old place.

I often find that under the years of dust and neglect there are little surprises waiting to be discovered and loved. I remember the day I pulled up the old carpet to reveal a stunning oak herringbone parquet floor. I had an idea there may be something under it. And it was one of many blessings and little surprises!

The Victorian architrave and skirting still have their wonderful crisp lines. They haven’t been

repainted over and over. We took out a stud wall built to create a kitchen at the end of the large reception room. It was a blessing to find that the previous builders 20 to 25 years ago took so much care with constructing the wall. Neither the wonderfully decorative ceiling plaster nor the exceptional egg and dart cornice was damaged.

And as the cornice has not been painted over and over again either, the detail is still crisp and decorative. The picture rail will be transformed to its former glory when the white plastic conduit boxing is removed and all the electrical cables have been chased into the walls.

So far this Victorian love affair has been a real labour of love. The only hidden horror was a small amount of damp. The property has happily let us remove walls, old tiles, update the plumbing and electrics. A new kitchen and bathroom will be installed very sympathetic to the Victorian ethos. Paint colours, wallpapers and fabrics I have suggested have all hearts a-flutter. The property will be restored and loved with as much care and concern as a long-term relationship should be.

I fool myself that I have managed to get over my crush on this property. One day I hope I can look it in the eye without blushing. n

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With Christmas well and truly over and decorations packed away, it is the time of year to spring clean or, better still, bring new vibrancy and vigour to your home with a redecoration project.

2016 will see a shift away from hard, graphic interiors to a softer, more natural feel, meaning that blue really is the new grey! We instinctively gravitate towards colours that connect us with nature. As a consequence the sky and sea evoke feelings of escapism, relaxation and reflection. Key colours this season will be teals and inky blues paired with softer, neutral tones.

The Little Greene Paint Company has launched a capsule collection entitled “Blue”, featuring 21 shades with a co-ordinating wallpaper range, “20th Century Papers”. Banishing the belief that blue is a cold colour, the palette encompasses a wide spectrum of tones, from dramatic indigo to muted linen. This collection certainly demonstrates that blue is a versatile colour group instilling calm and tranquillity. 

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2016 COLOUR TRENDS February sees the launch of nine new paint colours from Farrow & Ball so there really is no better time to grab a paint chart and inject some fresh colour into your life. The new collection is predominantly neutrals, blues and greens, beautifully complementing their existing colour range.

Inchyra Blue is a dark Georgian-inspired colour with a hint of grey and green and makes a perfect pairing with Drop Cloth, a rich

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stony neutral.

Peignoir is also a favourite – a soft, sophisticated pink with a hint of grey. The word comes from the French peigner, to comb hair, and describes a garment worn while doing so. This refined, classy hue is a modern twist on pink, creating a calm and serene atmosphere.

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For inspiration on creating your new interior, why not pop into your nearest Kent Blaxill store or visit our Colour Event at Snape Maltings on 4th/5th February.

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It works especially well with the stairs and hallway area of your home. Using a vinyl or wood flooring in the hall is an excellent way to deal with the mud, dirt and damp which shoes bring in from the outside. The hardwearing surface is easy to clean and stops grime finding its way into carpets in the rest of the house.

Another way to spin this trend is by using different colours within your flooring scheme.

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Mother ’s Day Lunch at Ufford Park Woodbridge

Sunday 6th March accompanied by Mr Tim & his Saxophone Words are never enough to thank her, so celebrate her special day with a delicious lunch in The Park Restaurant.

All Mums will be entered into a FREE prize draw.

£16.95 for 2 courses

£20.95 for 3 courses

Children under 12 years old half price

Looking for something a little different this Mother's Day ?

Why not treat her to a special night away, with a relaxing treatment and time out in our Thermal Suite Spa? We have a range of treatments and packages for all tastes.

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A classic, indulgent dessert (and bestseller!) from Sam Hanison, chef at The Ship at Dunwich

Sticky Toffee Pudding For the sauce (made first): 425g soft brown sugar 128g unsalted butter 595ml of evaporated milk For the pudding: 255g un-pitted whole dates 397ml of evaporated milk 15g bicarbonate of soda 85g unsalted butter 255g caster sugar 3 whole eggs 255g self-rising flour Vanilla essence or seeds from 1 fresh vanilla pod

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1 Make the sauce: add the soft brown sugar, unsalted butter and evaporated milk all to a pan and warm gently until all melts and starts to come together. Stir continuously until it is uniform in colour. Set aside roughly a quarter of this mixture.

2 Line a Pyrex dish with parchment paper and pour in the sauce (remembering to save some).

3 Make the pudding: Put the second quantity of evaporated milk and the dates in a pan and bring to the boil. Add the bicarbonate of soda, turn down and leave to simmer.

4 Meanwhile cream together the butter and caster sugar, add the eggs and vanilla and mix. Fold in

flour and then combine with the date mix.

5 Pour your mixture onto the caramel in the Pyrex dish and bake for 30-40 minutes at 160°C. 6 Remove from the oven and rest for 10 minutes. Serve by turning the pudding out so it’s upside down with caramel on top.

7 Add a spoonful of caramel sauce to the top of the pudding and warm (around 10 seconds in a standard microwave) so it melts over.

8 Add a generous scoop of good quality vanilla ice-cream and serve.

St James Street, Dunwich, Suffolk IP17 3DT. Tel: 01728 648219 www.shipatdunwich.co.uk

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ollowing extensive refurbishment and redevelopment, The Turks Head in Hasketon is now open and the reaction from guests has been wonderful. We serve real ales, fantastic wine and, above all, delicious food.

Through local suppliers, we source the freshest ingredients which our chef uses to create a delicious, ever-changing, seasonal menu. Our Sunday roast, served from 12 to 5pm, is extremely popular. The pub serves a frequently changing list of local cask ales from East Anglia’s wonderful breweries.

Our wine list is extensive, from a wonderful house Merlot to a stunning Margaux.

We have two inviting log fires in the bar and the snug.

Wonderful to lounge in front of after a long cold dog walk.

VALENTINES DAY As Valentines Day is a Sunday this year we have created an aphrodisiac inspired menu to be served along side our a la carte menu on Saturday 13th February and in the evening on Sunday 14th February.

FOOD & WINE EVENT On 24th February we are hosting a tasting menu and wine tasting, led by our wine expert. There will be seven courses of fabulous food and each course will be paired with a delicious tipple.

MOTHERS DAY Sunday 6th March is Mothers Day. We will be serving our fabulous Sunday roast and our wonderful front of house team will make sure you have a really special time.

OPENING TIMES

Monday to Thursday: 10am - 11pm Friday & Saturday: 10am - 12pm Sunday: 11am - 8pm

01394 610 343 www.theturksheadhasketon.co.uk The Turks Head, Low Road, Hasketon Woodbridge IP13 6JG

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Sunday lunch 2 courses £18 3 course £22 Low Road, Hasketon, Woodbridge IP13 6JG 01394 610343 theturksheadhasketon.co.uk OPENING HOURS Mon-Thurs 10am-11pm Fri/Sat 10am-12pm Sunday 11am-8pm

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HE TURK’S HEAD in Hasketon, a superbly stylish village pub following an extensive refurbishment by owners Dominic and Jemima, is definitely one of the gems on the Suffolk foodie trail. The head chef, Mauli, originally from India, with a background in classical French cooking, trained under Antonio Carluccio and was previously head chef at the Black Lion in Long Melford. Now he brings his original approach to working with fresh local produce to The Turk’s Head, creating plates of tastes and flavours which complement rather than shroud each other for a delightful menu, full of surprises and intrigue.

The dining room is decorated in dark blue with bare wood tables, sparkling glass, the most amazing lighting fixtures and original artwork.

Long windows look out over manicured lawns and there’s plenty

of outside tables too for a warmer spring lunch. The staff are really friendly and charming and the vibe is relaxed and chilled. A Hayman’s London gin and tonic was a great aperitif before starters of Scottish scallops, Stornoway black pudding and a red wine vingarette served on a thick slice of absolutely delicious grilled celeriac. None of the flavours competed and the result was an excellently executed twist on a classic. Homemade ricotta bonbons were baubles of soft creaminess, served with Elvedon Farm’s piquant vegetable piccalilli and scattered with winter herbs. Other choices – local game terrine served with pancetta, madeira jelly and caper berries or confit mackerel fillet, nasturtium root remoulade and salsa verde were just as intriguing.

The main courses selection was hearty and warming on this, the Winter menu. Alongside hearty posh pub grub such as Hereford

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esserts are smart twists on homely favourites – cider soaked plums, almond crust and vanilla custard being a new take on a plum crumble. The sublime dark chocolate and rum mousse was served with the cinnamon-y vanilla flavour of a tonka bean sauce. The crème caramel was a dreamy creamy delight infused with blood orange.

The Turk’s Head do a fantastic two course Sunday lunch menu for £18 – it’s a friendly place with plenty of high chairs and a kid’s menu too. On a wintry foggy frosty night it’s a fabulous place to eat, warm and interesting, and with a magical chef – definitely putting Hasketon on the Suffolk food map. REVIEW: LOUISE CULLEN

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Head Chef, Mauli– with a background in classical French cooking – trained under Antonio Carluccio

sirloin, cod and chips, and Gressingham duck, were a good selection of fresh fish such as grilled red mullet, served with crushed potato, spinach and brown shrimps and Maldon sea-salt baked seabass with violet potato, sorrel sauce and confit fennel. A fabulous slab of gorgeous Dingley Dell pork belly was moistened by the presence of a bed of deep and rich chickpea and chorizo stew, nestling on a pillow of smooth kale, and covered with a slinky crispy sheet of crackling. The star dish, tandoori style Sutton Hoo chicken was brilliant, especially for the salty Stornoway black pudding masala – properly addictive – and comforting cumin potatoes.

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Orwell Hotel Restaurant & Banqueting

Valentine’s

Saturday 13th February

Vintage Valentine�s Dinner Dance

with J.S. & The Lockerbillies 2 course dinner 4 piece band £27.50 per person

Ladies do Lunch

Hamilton road Felixstowe iP11 7dx www.theorwellhotel.co.uk @theorwellhotel

Mothering Sunday

We will be serving lunch in both restaurants Drink on arrival.

Cookery demonstration followed by Afternoon Tea two course lunch and coffee Only £12.95 per head Every second Wednesday of the month Why not make it a celebration 12 noon for 12.30pm and add a glass of fizz? £17 per head

Please call & book to avoid disaPPointment on

01394 285511 or email reservations@theorwellhotel.co.uk

Events at The Orwell

Wedding & Events Open Day Sunday 10th April 11am – 3pm Free entry & special offers available on the day

Get out! ainment in February & March

The Last Five Years

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New Wolsey Theatre Ipswich highlights 17-20 FEBRUARY Presented by Eclipse Theatre Company, Belgrade Theatre Coventry and Sheffield Theatres

A Raisin in the Sand A ferocious portrayal of working class life on the cusp of the civil rights era, Lorraine Hansberry’s landmark drama bursts with intense family conflict, racial politics and social consciousness.

The Younger family are living in a small apartment that fit them when they were half their number: their hopes, dreams and aspirations on hold for years within the four walls and around the kitchen table. But when a chance to change the course of their future emerges, the

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pressures of opportunity threaten to overwhelm them.

‘Never before, the entire history of theatre, has so much of the truth of black people’s lives been seen on the stage’ - James Baldwin 7.45pm Matinee 2.30pm £10-£25 25 FEB-11 MARCH

A New Wolsey Theatre Productios

The Last Five Years

A musical romantic comedy that will tug at your heartstrings.

Recently a major motion picture, The Last Five Years is an award winning musical from Jason Robert Brown. Starting and ending with the beginning of a passionate love affair, the unique style of storytelling and infectious score makes this one of America's best modern musicals.

Flare Path

The lovers are Cathy and Jamie. Actress Cathy’s story starts with the end of their relationship following their tale backwards to when she first fell in love with her young talented lover.

Novelist Jamie’s story begins with their first passionate encounter and heads forward towards heartache...

7.45pm Matinee 2.30pm £10-£25

in his official duties. The hospital’s a health hazard, the school’s a war zone, the soldiers don’t have trousers to march in and he never quite got around to building that church!

Surely the only possible solution is bribery; it seems to have resolved many a sticky situation for the Mayor and his team in the past! But a simple case of mistaken identity leads matters to spiral hysterically out of control.

Presented by Brimingham Repertory Theatre in association with Ramps On The Moon.

For more information or to book go to wolseytheatre.co.uk or call 01473 295900

The Government Inspector

Theatre Royal Bury

6-16 APRIL

The Mayor is in a cold sweat. News has reached him of an imminent visit from a Government Inspector. His fear is well-founded as he has been somewhat lacking

29 FEB - 5 MARCH

The Original Theatre Company & Birdsong Productions Ltd

Flare Path

An epic wartime romance.

Set in 1942, against a backdrop of heartache

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Tortoise and The Hare at Jerwood DanceHouse

and quiet bravery, Flare Path paints an evocative portrait of life in wartime Britain for the RAF bomber crews and their wives and sweethearts who were left awaiting their return.

RAF pilot, Teddy and his wife, former actress, Patricia have their marriage tested to the limit by the surprise arrival of her ex-lover Peter Kyle.

Highly-charged drama with a truly authentic taste of fear, camaraderie and passion combine when an unexpected and dangerous mission over Germany puts Patricia at the centre of an emotional conflict as unpredictable as the war in the skies.

For more information call 01284 769505 or to book go to www. theatreroyal.org

DANCE Jerwood DanceHouse SATURDAY 13 FEBRUARY

Spring Showcase

Featuring performances from Boyz United, Dance Unlimited, The Elderberries, Suffolk Junior Dance Company, Suffolk Youth Dance Company, Spin Off and all of the students from the Centre for Advanced Training.

5pm & 7.30pm £10, £7 concessions 4 & 5 MARCH

Digitopia

Tom Dale company in partnership with Moko Dance

Dotty’s friend Hex is a simple two dimensional line. One day he really wants to make a curve.

With lots of effort he learns how to bend, then multiply, and suddenly he can turn into anything

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he wants to, eventually popping into three dimensions.

Tom Dale Company creates extraordinary performances that bring together urban contemporary dance, electronic music and digital art. Digitopia’s visually stunning integration of live dance and digital technology creates a world that defies the usual rules of gravity and physics, where straight lines curve and sound is seen.

7.30pm. £8-£22, under 18s £2 off 23 MARCH

Northern Ballet

Tortoise and The Hare Following sell-out tours of Ugly Duckling, Three Little Pigs and Elves & The Shoemaker and TV

adaptations for CBeebies, Northern Ballet brings their magic to Tortoise & the Hare.

Once upon a time there was a speedy Hare who never stopped talking about how fast he could run. Tired of being teased for his slowness, Tortoise challenged him to a race. No one thought he could win, but life is full of surprises! Bringing this much-loved Aesop’s fable to life, Tortoise & the Hare is the perfect opportunity for your little ones to enjoy live ballet, music and theatre.

These child-friendly performances last approximately 40 minutes.

20pm, 4pm & 6pm £10, £7 concessions Age suitability 3yrs+ To book tickets go to danceeast.co.uk or call 01473 295230

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Get out!

Yoga Day

Michael Harvey carving letterforms for The National Gallery

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for a wedding. Admission is free and get a glass of bubbly on arrival. – no appointment is necessary, however you can book appointments if you would like to discuss your specific requirements and have more of a chat with one of their event co-ordinators.

IPSWICH SATURDAY 20 FEBRUARY

Yoga Day

A day given over to yourself. Be with other yoga lovers who are willing to explore and learn more about their bodies and the benefits of of good practice.

They aim to bring you a selection of experienced instructors who have a wealth of expereince in various forms of yoga, along with some introduction to eating well and learning to relax and take this wisdom home with you.

DanceEast, 10am5.30pm. £45 includes lunch.

HINTLESHAM SUNDAY 20 MARCH

Wedding Open Evening

If you've a wedding to plan and are interested in Hintlesham Golf Club for as a venue, here's a chance to see it all set up

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Hintlesham Golf Club 6.30-9pm.

SNAPE MALTINGS 6 MARCH

Vintage & Makers Market The wonderful vintage market comes to the Maltings with over 50 stalls where the emphasis is on unusual, high quality, one-off pieces.

Sometimes handmade, other times refound.

Expect to find vintage clothes, antique furniture, Twentieth Century designs in a relaxed and social atmosphere.

For information on hiring a stall, please email Tim Clover at woodbridge.vcmarket@ hotmail.com

FARMERS MARKETS

25 MARCH-28 MAY

Michael Harvey – In His Own Words New exhibition presents the accumulated works of the 60-year career of an exceptional artist, the works of the late Michael Harvey, a graphic artist and letter carver with a very personal style, whose skills showed the possibilities of the art and craft of letter design.

Michael Harvey began his career as a carver of letters in stone and ended it designing digital fonts.

In the intervening sixty years, he created over 1500 distinctive book jackets, designed multiple letterforms, decorated countless memorials (including the headstone for poet laureate Cecil Day-Lewis) and carved his eighteen-inch-high frieze capital letters into the stone walls of The National Gallery in London.

Lettering Arts Centre, Snape Maltings, Suffolk.

Entry free.

Snape Farmers’ Market The first Saturday of every month Snape hosts an array of local farmers and producers.

Framlingham Market Every Saturday in the square in Framlingham.

Jimmy’s Farm Pannington Hall, Wherstead. 10am-2pm.

First Saturday of every month.

Southwold Every Friday 9am 12:30pm Drayman's Square, Victoria Street, Southwold

Woodbridge Farmers Market Woodbridge Community Hall, 2nd and 4th Saturday of each month 9am-1pm.

Harkstead Market Every third Saturday in the month 9am - Noon.

Harkstead Village Hall.

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Julie Girling Hintlesham Barns

My East Coast Life

How long have you been running your business ‘Hintlesham Barns’ Hintlesham Barns was set up in 2011 by Maureen Gerber and myself. Family commitments forced Maureen to ‘retire’ in 2012 but I took on the reins of the business, driving it from strength to strength with Maureen remaining a lifelong friend and mentor. The Barns was founded on the ethos that there would be nothing within it we wouldn’t wear or have in our own homes.

What inspired you to start your own business?

Shopping has always been a great pastime and now I can buy 300 handbags at a time instead of 1 – heaven! I know what I like and fingers crossed, what my customers do as well! Shopping for new stock is a family affair with Simon doing the driving as well as carrying! Even Sam is now well known with suppliers for having such good taste even at 14 years of age.

What did you do before ‘Hintlesham Barns’ From school I joined a Finance Company, very much a man’s world, where I stayed for over 15 years before joining my husband in his business as an Illustrator’s Agent. This entailed working with companies such as BBC on licenced characters – Tellytubbies, Postman Pat, Bob the Builder, before a change of direction beckoned.

What do you love most about where you are?

I love the fact that no one has to worry about parking meters or access at the Barns. It is great to see wheelchair users coming in and being able to choose their own presents for people. The Coffee Shop is for people to meet up with each other over a coffee with a spot

of shopping afterwards – perfect scenario! You never know what is at the end of a driveway!

What plans do you have?

The Barns is ever changing as I am always looking out for new suppliers, local, national and European, so a visit to the Barn each month will present a new array of enticing goods. Our Preloved area has been a great success, so this is an area I would like to expand but firstly I have great plans for the Coffee Shop with some new comfy sofas.

What do you love most about Suffolk?

Geographically, Suffolk is superbly situated to access all points of the country in order to source new product. The sheer diversity of having the varied coastline only 20 minutes away and behind the coastline, acres of rolling countryside unhindered by motorways and topped off by big skies!

What are your hidden gems in the area?

Hadleigh has the most amazing High Street including the butcher, baker and candlestick maker! It is always my main port of call and I enjoy working with the other businesses in supporting local charities at various fund raising events. n

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My husband Simon, son Sam 14, and I, not forgetting Lucy the dog, six cats, 5 chickens and 2 gold fish, all live a stones throw away from the Barn in an old farmer’s cottage surrounded by fields.

My parents also live next door to us making it a close family environment for our son to grow up in.

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Venue: The Abbey Hall

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To apply visit: www.woodbridge.suffolk.sch.uk/musicianoftheyear2016 call: 01394 615000 Deadline for entries: Friday 12 February 2016

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