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Welcome to The Village Emporium September/October 2016 Wow, once again as we put pen to paper we congratulate our superb sporting heroes that have delivered such excitement and success in Rio. Continually inspired by the huge dedication and hard work of these amazing athletes, let us also wish all the Paralympians a great games in September. We do hope you enjoy the articles in this issue, and remember that local businesses that advertise with us are waiting for your call or visit, not everyone has access to the internet and social media, but we can deliver their message through your letterbox.

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Contents 4 14 Out & about 26 Whats On? 29 Your home Your family

48 49 Business matters 52 Look good, feel good 56 Your garden On the road

COMPETITIONS 30 Win a Afternoon Tea for Two at The Barn Restaurant

Features 6 School woes 10 Alliance Foster Care 16 Look your best with

Terracotta

18 A boutique jewellers 19 Segway Polo 21 Broaden your horizons 37 Looking after your old

50 Win two tickets for the Northampton Winter Food Festival

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National friendship month

57 Fruitful foraging 58 Roald Dahl -100 62 Gardening tips

Brain teasers 4,13,28,34,29,44

Recipes

July/August 2016 issue Competition winners BBQ hampers Mrs E Wainwright – Stretton on Dunsmore Mr S Turner – Newnham Mini Meadows membership Mr A Sabine - Barby Ms S Miller - Daventry Ms J Gardener - Nobottle

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TIDE Move from the word at the top of the ladder to the word at the bottom, changing one letter on each empty rung to make a new word each time.

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• Mobile diagnostic services and free zone visits for equine clients. • 24 hour emergency veterinary cover by our own vets.

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Don’t miss our festive publications Hand delivered through 50,000 doors across Warwickshire & Northamptonshire. Your chance to reach customers who buy local! A family-friendly celebration of artisan food and drink in the run up to Christmas.

Northampton Winter Food Festival 12 - 13 November 2016 www.winterfood.co.uk 20,000 copies of the Festival guide will be printed and distributed in late October to homes and businesses in Northamptonshire, including copies for festival entrants Booking and copy deadline Friday 7th October 2016 The

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School Woes While many children run through the classroom door each day, with barely a backwards glance, others, sadly, do not find the school experience such a happy one. The occasional grumble is rarely anything to worry about, but if your child frequently seems unhappy, you may need to intervene. Early intervention can help to avoid long-term issues, and your child is more likely to develop a love of learning if they enjoy the whole school experience. There are a range of reasons your child may dread going to school, from bullying, to being shy or particularly sensitive to noisy situations. They may simply not like their teacher, or struggle with being separated from you. Try to figure out exactly what’s bothering your child, and if there’s anything you can easily do to fix it. Would arranging some play dates help them to make friends? Could changing to packed lunches ease their dread of dinner time? Do they need more quality one-on-one time with you, to help them feel more secure when you’re not together? It isn’t always easy to get to the bottom of a child’s reluctance to walk through the school gates. Sometimes they can’t explain what it is that makes them scared, or they don’t feel able to tell you. But do persevere. Try to pick a neutral time

to discuss it, and take it gently. Raise the subject when they’re feeling relaxed and up for talking, ie not right after school, when they’re tired, or when they want to just go and play. If your child is older, they may find it easier to open up to another family member or family friend, who isn’t involved in making them go to the place they dread every day. Once you have a better idea of what the problem is, book a time to speak to your child’s teacher, and, if needs be, the headteacher. They will be well used to dealing with a wide range of issues, from bullying to a lack of confidence, and should work with you to ease any problems. Do speak to your child about this first however, as you going into school could be exactly what they’re dreading and may make them clam up next time there’s a problem. The website www.bullying.co.uk has a wealth of advice for parents whose child is being bullied, including how to approach the school and how to discuss it with your child. The charity Family Lives offers a free, confidential helpline for parents on all aspects of raising a child, including issues with school. Call 0808 800 2222 or visit the website: www.familylives.org.uk for more information.

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“Arcadia”, Coventry Road Dunchurch, Rugby CV22 6RE Linda & Andrew Harris

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Vacancies for: Piano, Theory and Beginner Flute and Recorder Pupils

One-to-one bespoke choreography in your own home (or studio dance classes) and exclusive hen & wedding group dances, available to suit any requirement or budget, plus reception entertainment to “get your Party started”…

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Adult Beginners Welcome Anne Martin B. Mus., Dip. ABRSM, MTD

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Moroccan Lamb Tagine This hearty, warming dish benefits from being cooked in advance, making it a perfect get-ahead meal. It also requires very little preparation. As it will serve 8 people, you can halve the ingredients if needed or make a large batch to cover a couple of meals. Serve with a leafy green salad. SERVES 8 Ingredients 2 tbsp coconut oil or olive oil 2 onions, chopped 1 tsp ground cumin 1 tsp ground ginger 1 tsp turmeric 1⁄2 tsp cinnamon 1kg/2lb 3oz boneless leg of lamb, chopped into bitesized pieces 4 whole garlic cloves, peeled, sliced 400g cubed butternut squash 500ml/16fl oz chicken or beef stock 4 tbsp crème fraiche Instructions: Preheat the oven to 150°C/300°F, gas mark 2. Heat the coconut oil in a large lidded casserole and sauté the onion, garlic and spices for 1 minute. Add cubed butternut squash raw to the pan and stir in with the flavors Add the lamb and stir until lightly golden. Then pour in the stock and stir well. Bring to the boil for a few moments and then place the lid on the casserole and transfer to the oven. Cook for at least 2 hours, or until the lamb is very tender. When ready remove from oven and stir in crème fraiche and serve with wilted greens or a celeriac mash

Recipes supplied by Jen Adams 07970 748001 jenny@meadowaesthetics.com

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Relaxed and Informal Atmosphere Safe and Secure Learning Environment Childcare Vouchers Accepted Excellent staff ratio Morning sessions 9.05am-12.05pm Monday - Friday Afternoon sessions 12.05-3.05 Mon, Tues, Wed and Fri

Only £12.00/session

Come and see for yourself.

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New Dance Classes Starting September 2016 ADULT DANCE CLASSES STAVERTON Village Hall, NN11 6JE

Mondays 8.00pm to 10.00pm SALSA* *introducing BACHATA and CHA CHA to these sessions

The New Dance Fitness Phenomenon!

DAVENTRY Community Centre, NN11 9QD

Wednesdays 8pm to 10pm BALLROOM Thursdays 8pm to 10pm ARGENTINE TANGO* Saturdays 8pm to 11pm SOCIAL & SEQUENCE DANCES * Sundays 4pm to 6pm LATIN & SOCIAL JIVE WORKSHOPS* *events held monthly NB: Classes available for all levels and ability PRIVATE lessons available upon request

Mondays 9.30am STAVERTON Village Hall Wednesdays 6.45pm DAVENTRY Community Centre Thursdays 9.45am SOUTHAM Grange Hall Enjoy the very best of BALLROOM and LATIN, mixed with the latest proven ways to GET FIT FAST, and have the most FUN and FABULOUS workout EVER!

Learn to dance in a friendly atmosphere, experience and partner not required, just turn up Full details of ALL dance lessons, including prices, available upon request…

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Dolphin Day Nursery & Out of School Club

Ofsted rated Outstanding! Nursery childcare for children aged 3 months to 5 years Qualified and experienced staff with two Early Years Teachers & fully qualified playworker Dedicated Baby Room & captivating Sensory Room Out of School and Holiday Club 4+

Tel: 01327 301600

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Alliance Foster Care Our first experience of Alliance Foster Care was a leaflet that fell through our front door. We had been considering fostering for a while and had looked at several other agencies but Alliance was different. They were welcoming, uncomplicated, and open and so we applied. We had a lovely lady come to see and take us through what we should expect and how long the process would take. She immediately put us at ease and our enthusiasm grew. We quickly learnt that we were empty nesters, our children had all grown up but we still felt that we had a lot to give. We attended the “Skills to Foster” training which was informative and gave us an insight of what was to come. We completed the foster carer’s assessment and before we knew it we were going to panel. We were quite apprehensive about this but we needn’t of worried the people were so nice and they put us at ease. Before we knew what was happening we had been approved. About this time we were introduced to a wonderful lady, someone who has been there for us all the way through; our Alliance Supervising Social Worker, the font of all knowledge. She has kept us on the straight and narrow when challenges have been tough; she has looked after us and been there for us with her advice and wisdom. It was two weeks after being approved when we finally came face to face with our young person. It was a cold sunny day in December, the doorbell rang and there she was, standing on the doorstep with her social worker. This beautiful young lady, nervous, unsure what to expect but with a beaming smile on her face, and that was our first meeting. Early days were an education for us all, she came from a country we didn’t know existed spoke a language we had never heard of and yet we were committed to look after this person, to ensure her safety, be there when she was sad and try what may to put a smile on her face. There have been many challenges over the last year but through of them we have had Alliance behind us. At the end of a text / email / phone there has always been someone there to advise or guide us to a positive

conclusion. Monthly support visits in our home giving it the personal touch making us feel as though we belong and are valued. Our Supervising Social Worker makes herself available for meetings that we attend with our young person, giving us the support we need and encouragement and know-how when we are unsure, ensuring that we and our young person are supported at all times. Training is high on the list of priorities and Alliance makes sure that there are many training courses available so that as carers we can extend our knowledge and capabilities. These are accessible with an online training company, in the comfort of our own home, or at one of their designated venues, where foster carers can meet up, learn, socialise and make the experience of learning an enjoyable one. Carers are introduced to each other through coffee mornings and support groups to tap into the experiences of others, and speakers are organised to come and talk to the groups about various topics regarding the foster carer and their young people. Activities are put on throughout the year for the children, Christmas decoration making, Easter egg hunt, trips to Wickstead Park and days out to places like TeenZone. At Christmas, Alliance provides tickets for trips to the pantomime or vouchers for a meal for their Foster Carers and the young people in their care. For the foster carers a “grown-ups” meal is organised at Christmas, a chance for us all to meet up and wind down for a few hours. Everyone is encouraged to join in and there is always plenty of smiley / happy faces. Lasting friendships are made. Fostering is all about the children and their needs, Alliance Foster Care never forget this but at the same time they realise how important the Foster Carers are. Alliance Foster Care – The forever family for Foster Carers. Tel: 08081680 180 www.alliancefostercare.co.uk

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A dentist who can meet the demands of your busy life

· Family friendly practice · Children seen free · Affordable private dentistry · Same day emergency appointments

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Andrew McSweeney, Associate Dentist

Call us on: 01327 842815 www.longbuckbydental.com

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Care 4 Canines

Professional Dog Groomer and Stylist

Collection and delivery available within Daventry and surround local villages

For more details call

Alison on 07923 910492 ali@care4canines.co.uk

www.care4canines.co.uk Sidney, 2nd Puppy Class Crufts 2016

Business operates from Welton Lane, Daventry NN11 2JE

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DON’T BUY A HEARING AID until you have commissioned a truly Independent Hearing Assessment From your Local Independent Hearing Healthcare Professional

Diane Hammond R.H.A.D.

Diane Hammond R.H.A.D, M.S.H.A.A

Over 30 years experience in the hearing aid audiology field

2 week trial before you buy on Instant Fit instruments ü Thorough Hearing & Tinnitus Assessments ü Latest Wireless Technology & Streaming ü Professional Impartial Advice Devices which offer greater connectivity to ü Wide Choice of Hearing Aids including new devices in your home / work environment CROS / BICROS options for single sided ü Custom-made Swim Moulds, Noise hearing loss Protectors & Ear Pieces for Mobile Phones ü Home Visits ü Professional Member of the British Tinnitus ü Repair & Battery Service Association

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69 Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2SN

These Services are now available for adults & children at

Rugby Osteopathic Centre 69 Albert Street, Rugby CV21 2SN Danetre Medical Practice, London Road, Daventry NN11 4DY For more details or to book an appointment please telephone

01788 577202 07986 166973

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Puzzles Exciting “Strictly” Classes start September 2016

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Mums & Tots 2.00pm to 2.30pm Baby-Ballroom* Pre-School 2.30pm to 3.00pm Bambino-Latino* Age 4yrs + 3.30pm to 4.15pm Fizz ‘n’ Funk Age 6yrs + 4.15pm to 5.00pm Jive ‘n’ Jiggle Age 8yrs + 5.00pm to 5.30pm Funky-Feet Age 8yrs + 5.30pm to 6.00pm Latino-Lush Age 8yrs + 6.00pm to 6.30pm Ballroom-Blitz Age 12yrs + 6.30pm to 7.15pm Twist ‘n’ Twirl *children must be accompanied by an adult for these classes

Enjoy dance and movement to music learning FUNKY, BALLROOM and LATIN dance steps in FUN routines, with opportunities to PERFORM and take medal tests!

Word Wheel: Find as many words of three or more letters as you can hidden in the wheel. Each word you make word must use the central letter.

Full details of all dance classes, including costs, are available upon request. Spaces are Limited, so please pre-book in advance – ALL children welcome!

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Out and about

The Countryman Staverton

The Countryman at Staverton offers fine home cooked food, excellent local ales and a warm welcome 7 days a week Visit our website for menus & information

Fabulous Sunday Roasts Served from 12pm subject to availability

Food served Monday - Saturday 12 - 14.30 & 18.00 - 21.30 & Sunday 12 - 21.00

01327 311815

www.thecountrymanstaverton.co.uk

Winter at The Granary FESTIVE AFTERNOON TEAS From 30th November and throughout December. A selection of sandwiches, cakes and festive fancies with your choice of Teapigs tea, coffee or perhaps something sparkly such as Prosecco or some warming mulled wine. From £13.95 per person. Booking essential, large groups also accommodated.

COCKTAIL PARTY NIGHTS Various dates throughout December. From £42 per head, includes arrival drink, 3 Course meal, disco and late night bacon roll.

WINTER WEDDINGS

45% off winter wedding packages Jan-March 2017 enjoy 45% off our list price. See our website for more details or contact us at weddings@granary-hotel.com to arrange a viewing

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25% Discount on take away menu Evening Buffet

Sunday, Monday and Tuesday

£10.95 inc dessert

Children under 10 half price

A la carte menu also available Sunday lunch buffet £9.95

A la carte menu on request Children under 10 half price

1 The Square, Dunchurch, Rugby, CV22 6NS Tel: 01788 819141 / 811851

Outside catering available... call for details

Food hygiene rating

Wonderful food and hospitality in historic surroundings infused with modern luxury Opening times: Mon - Thur 5.30pm - 11.30pm, Fri - Sat 5.30pm - midnight Sunday lunch (buffet only) 12.15pm - 3.30pm, Sunday evening 6pm - 11pm FULLY LICENCED & AIR CONDITIONED

“The food looked and smelt amazing and tasted even better! We agreed it was the best Indian cuisine we had ever sampled.”

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Look your best this Autumn with a transitional wardrobe Wanting to keep up with the fast changing fashion trends this autumn/winter? Get down to Terracotta to update your wardrobe with some fabulous pieces from a selection of unique collections. Brand new at Terracotta for Autumn/ Winter 16 are plenty of luxurious new collections for you to get your hands on. The colour palettes of the new season differ from monochrome to dull pastels to tertiary khakis and berries. Firstly starting with the Spanish sophisticated and feminine brand Isabel de Pedro. In store at Terracotta there is a strong presence of graphic design in this collection, which relates back to Isabel de Pedro’s artistic influences and inspiration. Dazzle the fashion scene with statement, geometric styles.

Secondly, Nu Denmark is another luxury brand in Terracotta which offers a sophisticated and raw look with the vision of fashion. The garments offer simplicity and are made purely of natural materials and ethical production. The simplicity is highlighted in the brand name ‘Nu Denmark’ as stated that ‘Nu’ means naked in French and ‘women’ in Chinese. The simplicity of the brand is reinforced with this translation of ‘naked women’.

Excitingly there is even more to get your hands on with another unique, London based brand called Great Plains; a brand that prides itself with high quality basics, celebrating comfort and effortless on - trend style, plus contemporary fashion inspired styles. Be sure to stand out from the crowd with a unique garment such as this long effortless patterned shirt, paired with black, grey or white jeans and some heeled boots- its as simple as that fashionista!

One of Terracottas favourites is Postcard from Brighton. Postcard will ensure you are bang on trend for the season whilst keeping you comfortable in soft fabrics. The vintage inspired collection has gone through a special process to give a worn feel and authentic individual handle. All the garments are made with pride and passion. Out of all the choices at Terracotta this collection sells style with comfort.

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Out and about With plenty of colour ways for each piece you wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be stuck. B.young is another one for you to browse at Terracotta. There are a few statement aztec pieces like this dress and embroidered jacket within this collection. There are a good choice of bottoms such as jeggings, jeans, some with generous elasticated waists. Be sure to have a statement piece from B.young to pair with some of their casual bottoms. All collections within these unique stylish brands are well on- trend for this years Autumn/ Winter seasons. Some items are light weight so can be layered with complementary garments such as cardigans, jackets, shirts of a similar colour palette. However some of the pieces in Terracotta are a fashion statement on their own and would possibly only need accessorising. There is something for everyone and for many different occasions. Get yourself down to the unique boutique for a shopping trip to prepare your wardrobe for the next seasons! www.terracotta-boutique.co.uk

www.terracotta-boutique.co.uk 13 Bank St, Rugby CV21 2QE Tel: 01788 570076

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ON THE SQUARE The Boutique Fine Jewellers Diamond, gold, silver, expert jewellery repair specialists.

Re-opening in our new location on the Market Square on 9th September. 4 Market Square, Daventry, NN11 4BH. Tel 01327 700060.

Opening of our Boutique fine Jewellers: The Jewel on the Square In July, we closed The Jewel of Daventry on the High Street, but we are reopening in our previous location on the Market Square (near the Church) on the 10th September. The reasons for closing our large jewellers were varied, but ultimately we wanted to concentrate on our core business with the selling of fine jewellery and our bespoke and repair service and we didn’t feel that such a large retail premises was beneficial to the direction we wanted to take our business, we also felt we had lost a little bit of the personal touch that we had before, so we are delighted that we are operating Jewel On The Square once again from the 10th of September where we will be providing a friendly personal service and specialising in the repair of all jewellery and watches. Our services that we provide continue with diamond setting, rodium plating, stone replacement, gold and silver repairs, valuations, watch repairs that include elite brands like Breitling, Rolex etc. Batteries fitted on all watches including sealing where required. Our Boutique Jewellers will have on display a beautiful selection of fine jewellery to include pieces in gold, silver, and stunning diamonds; but more than this, we can also help you design a very special and unique piece of jewellery whether for a special occasion – an engagement, wedding, birthday or anniversary – or as a gift to yourself. We have always prided ourselves on the trust we have built up with our customers over the years, and look forward very much to welcoming you to the Boutique fine Jewellers, whether a new or regular customer, and continuing to provide a very genuine and trusted service in the years to come.

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Segway Polo:

Next World Cup to be hosted in the UK, 2017! It’s the sport everyone is talking about and it’s literally taking the world by storm. With 12 countries already playing Segway Polo at a competitive level, and some such as Germany already boasting nine teams, it’s little surprise that when the UK and more specifically the Midlands/Rugby/Warwick heard about it, we wanted to find out more…

GB Team play Steve Wozniak’s Silicon Valley Aftershocks, Cologne 2015

Learn to play right here in the Midlands/Warwick.

Segway Polo is a relatively young, yet exciting team sport which originated in the USA in 2003, when a version of the current sport was first played at a Minnesota Vikings (American Football) halftime show. However, the sport most notably began to gain popularity since 2004, when it was played by members of the Bay Area Segway Enthusiasts Group, who then developed the sport more fully, gaining teams along the way.

international tournament in Rugby, in April 2015. Warwick Segway Polo Club was then created in 2016 and is currently recruiting for players and particularly teams. Having been successful in the bid to host the next World Cup, in July 2017, it goes without saying, the UK is not only preparing to hold the greatest Segway Polo tournament of all time, but it’s also fast preparing its competitive side to challenge those overseas teams.

Teams are now gathering from all corners of the world and aside from the UK and USA, other countries with teams include Germany, Sweden, Austria, Spain, Barbados (Team Barbados are the current World Champions), New Zealand, Lebanon, Holland and many others…

Similar to hockey and horse polo, this ‘Sport of Equals’ is enjoyed by both women and men, of all fitness levels and age groups, and with all equipment provided, it makes the sport accessible to most.

The first ever match, known as the Woz Challenge Cup, was established in 2006 when the Silicon Valley Aftershocks (creators of the tournament and named after Apple co-founder and long time Segway Polo player Steve Wozniak) played the New Zealand Pole Blacks in Auckland, New Zealand, with a result of 2-2 tie. This match was then played every year since its introduction and in various countries, and is now recognized as the official World Cup of Segway Polo. The UK proudly joined the sport with its own team in 2014 and hosted its first ever

Practice sessions cost just £14 per hour, so why not give it a try? It could be the most fun you’ve ever experienced.

Team England in Cologne ‘15

Mike Bushell, BBC One

If you’re interested in playing the sport as a hobby, or even perhaps joining one of the existing UK teams entering the 2017 World Cup, visit www.warwicksegwaypoloclub.org

or call 078877 46677 April Baron-Harrison, UK Segway Polo & Warwick Segway Polo Club

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For a wide range of hand knitting yarns and accessories to suit all budgets and tastes

Admission

7 St Johns Square, Daventry NN11 4FG Tel: 01327 703680

www.the-wool-baa.co.uk MONDAYS - CLOSED Tues-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm

MODEL RAILWAY EXHIBITION Open 10.00am until 5.00pm Admission

Parker Academy, Ashby Road, Daventry NN11 0QF Adult: Young Person (6 years to 17 years): Children (under 6 years): OAP: Family (2 adults + 2 young person):

£5.00 £2.50 Free £4.50 £10.00

Bijou Dress Agency Nearly new preloved clothes and accessories Now accepting designer and pre loved fashions and accessories Entrance through Past and Presents 24 Sheaf Street, Daventry Northamptonshire

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Broaden your horizons Have you ever considered what it would be like if you were prohibited from doing what you do regularly?... we’ve met one innovative lady who was happy to share her story about finding an alternative to keep a great life balance. For years I have enjoyed an active life - walking, swimming, gardening, horse-riding. Yes, I have other hobbies but they tend to be solitary pastimes - embroidery, knitting, reading etc. I remember having a conversation with an equally active friend about what would we do if age or health issues prevented us from continuing doing what we loved. I decided that it was time to broaden my horizons. As if by magic another good friend invited me to attend an “Open Singing” day with the Daventry Choral Society. Against my better judgment I went along and had a wonderful time. Bear in mind I hadn’t sung since school assembly! The feel good factor was amazing. It was so uplifting and a real joy. Well, there was no stopping me after that. I heard about a small choir called The JuditSingers and went along to a rehearsal. When asked if I was a Soprano or an Alto I shrugged as I had no idea. It was decided that the Alto section was a bit short so off I went to take my place. I really struggled as I soon realised that the Alto’s don’t sing the melody and I don’t read music. It didn’t help that the first piece they sung was in Italian and very fast. “What have I done?” I asked myself. I persevered for a few weeks but couldn’t get

the hang of it. A lovely soprano came to the rescue and offered to swap with me. I have not looked back since! I have now been singing with the choir for 4 years and after two years (yes, it did take that long) managed to persuade my husband to join. He even sung a short solo at our recent summer concert and is going to start singing lessons soon. We have made some lovely friends as a result which has had the knock-on effect of introducing us to some other interesting past-times. In August the choir went to Varna on the Black Sea in Bulgaria for a week to sing at the Summer Music Festival and last year we sang in Budapest. So at the ripe old age of - ahem - I can say that I am an international singer!! Who would have thought it? Certainly not me! Oh and by the way, I am still walking, swimming etc - long may it last! Bev Check out local choirs in your area if this has inspired you, maybe a church or local community choir is on your doorstep. JuditSingers – find them on facebook or call 01327 260378 / 07866 020236 for more details.

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Venison & Bacon Pie Shopping list 250g diced venison haunch 50g diced smoked bacon 1 small onion, diced 1 stick celery, diced 1 carrot, diced 2 cloves garlic, sliced 1 small leek, diced 250ml red wine 250ml chicken stock Salt & pepper Pinch of thyme 1 bay leaf 2 tbsp. gravy granules Oil for frying 1 egg Puff pastry for lid

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and leek. Brown the vegetables then deglaze the pan with the red wine and stock, add seasoning, thyme and bay. Cover and simmer for 1 hour until venison is tender, add gravy granules to thicken. Cool mix in a pie dish. Roll out pastry and cover the pie mix. Brush with a beaten egg and bake for 30-40 minutes in a hot oven at 180â °C until the pastry is cooked and golden. Serve with seasonal vegetables and either some creamy mash or new potatoes.

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The traditional bar offers a range of beautifully cared for Ales, & Fine Wines, featuring local brewery ‘Gun Dog Ales’. Lunch available daily or Tea & Coffee.

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Three barns, in the large garden, open daily from 12.00, with a fabulous range of retro & vintage furniture, plants,flowers,collectibles & treasures, perfect for that special gift.

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We have been established for 12 years and meet twice a month for Sunday lunch in historic hotels full of character and charm where we have the hotel restaurants reserved for ourselves all afternoon and enjoy good company, fine food and wine. Come along, widen your social circle, meet new friends and possibly find romance. We strive to have an equal number of ladies and gentlemen at each lunch where you will be warmly welcomed. Make new local friends, book now and join us at the next lunch, for more details phone Mike on: 01564 230025 or 07718 155146 or email: thesundaylunch@hotmail.co.uk

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If this may be of interest to someone you know, please tell them about us. The lunches are great fun and there is no membership fee or obligation to attend regularly.

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Saturday 1st October 11am-4pm (last entry 3pm) Blindfold activities Sensory tunnel experience Puppy viewing from galleries Meet breeding stock and holders Dog demonstration Children's activities Guide Dogs gift shop & pet products Tombolas and raffle Hog roast, soup, home-made cakes Please note no pet dogs are allowed on this site

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What’s on? A full list of events over the forthcoming months is available on our website www.villageemporium.co.uk/events/ September Long Buckby Village Market

9am – 11am Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB 1st September Plant Sale, 8th September Harvest Celebration, 15th September Autumn Extravaganza 22nd September Apple Day,29th September Vintage Sale

Sunday afternoons in September

Harlestone Church Sunday afternoon teas - 2pm-5pm. Come and walk around our lovely village and see our pretty Church.

Saturday 3rd September to Friday 16th December 2016 Collectomania Come to Daventry

Museum and enjoy a temporary exhibition called Collectomania, an exhibition where members of the public are invited to showcase their own collections and interests from pocket watches to Polly Pockets. Museum Opening times: 9.30am – 1.30pm Tuesday to Friday and the first Saturday of the month 10am – 4pm (Sat 3rd Sept, Sat 1st Oct, Sat 5th Nov, & Sat 3rd Dec for Collectomania Address: Daventry Museum, Daventry Town Council, 3 New Street, Daventry, NN11 4BT. The museum is free to visit

dog show, prize draw, brass band, teas in the church and much, much more. Time 2.00 - 5.00 pm. Come and have some fun. All proceeds to the Church.

U3A The University of the Third Age Events

U3A is an organisation for any “thirdager” - That is for anyone who is no longer bringing up a family or working full time to meet together to develop their interests , make new friends and enjoy themselves. There are a number of interest groups such as ramblers, art, book groups, gardening, french, photography plus day trips and theatre outings. Meeting on the third Thursday in the month at 2 - 4pm at The Community Centre, Ashby Rd, Daventry NN11 9QD. For details, see website: http://u3asites. org.uk/daventry September 15th The Ukulele Lady, Sarah Spade, October 20th “A journey through time from Coronation Street to Robin Hood and the Archers”. John Evans November 17th - Sylvie Nickels - Author

Thursday 1st September Grandborough Farmer’s Market held in St Peter’s Church

10am -12.30pm. All locally sourced produce. Choose from fresh vegetables, meat, fish, cakes, bread, plants and more. Enjoy a refreshment break with one of our home made cakes, cheese scones or even a bacon or sausage roll.

Sunday 4th September Badby Fayre - Lots of stalls, fun

Saturday 10th September The Village Voices Warwick

A lively sociable choir who sing for sheer pleasure present musicals and more at St Mary and St Edmund church, Lower Catesby NN11 6LF. 7.30pm. Tickets £10.00 to include wine and canapes. All monies raised will be donated to Catesby church. Tkts: Ruth Thomson tel : 01327 871201 & Gillian Wilks tel : 01327 704903

Sunday 4th September Daventry Flower and Vegetable Show - Daventry

Town Council are pleased to be working with Daventry Allotment & Gardening Association and Daventry Town allotment holders to showcase the fruits of their labour at The Daventry Flower and Vegetable Show at Daventry Community Centre. The show open to the general public from 1pm and admission is FREE.

Get in touch... If you are organising a charity or community event, then let us know so we can publicise it for you. Just email info@villageemporium.co.uk by 5th October for events in November/December 2016.

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What’s on? Saturday 17th September Crick Village Market – at

Saturday 15th October Crick Village Market – at

Crick Primary School, 10am - 12.00am. Twenty plus stalls, home produce, including breads, cakes, meats, jams and chutneys, gifts, jewellery and cards. Free entry for shoppers, with cafe. The Mobile Library will be in the car park 10.15am to 11.30am.

Crick Primary School, 10.00am to 12.00am.Twenty plus stalls covering home produced products, including breads, cakes, meats, jams and chutneys, gifts, jewellery and cards.Free entry for shoppers, with cafe.The Mobile Library will be in the car park 10.15am to 11.30am.

Saturday 17th September Second Hand Sale - Welton Village Hall 2pm . The Village Hall Trustees are holding a sale of 2nd hand, good quality, toys, clothes and accessories .Funds raised for re-surfacing of the Village Hall Car Park. Doors open at 2pm. Adults: £1.00, Children: Free. Refreshments available. If you have goods to donate please ring Sarah on 07960 274410 or Carol on 01327 702213 before 15 September to arrange delivery or collection

October Rural Courses

Green Acres Farm Rural Enterprise CIC Catesby Road Staverton NN11 6JP Saturday 1st October Artisan Bread Making 9.30am-3pm £65 Saturday 8th October -Willow workshop / Basket weaving (all levels) 9am-4pm £65 If you wish to book please email us info@greenacresfarm.org.uk telephone 01327 703313 or speak to a member of staff. (Please give 48 hours notice for cancellations as we often have waiting). Fees are payable on the day and include all materials, lunch & refreshments throughout the day.

Thursday 6th October Grandborough Farmer’s Market held in St Peter’s Church 10am

Saturday 24th September Car Boot Sale – Daventry Country

Park. Sellers set up 8.30am-9.30am and buyers welcome from 9.45am. Entry fee for car/small van is £5 and transit size vehicle £10. The parks café and toilets are situated near the visitor centre. Call 07879035535 or email friendsofdcp@ gmail.com

October Long Buckby Village Market – 9am – 11am Long Buckby Community Centre NN6 7QB 6th October Winter Warmers, 13th October Chutney Festival, 20th October Free Christmas Tasting 27th October Halloween Half Term Children’s activities

-12.30pm. All locally sourced produce. Choose from fresh vegetables, meat, fish, cakes, bread, plants and more. Enjoy a refreshment break with one of our home made cakes, cheese scones or even a bacon or sausage roll.

Saturday 8th October Willoughby Jumble Sale –

Willoughby Village Hall. Doors open 2pm, entry 20p. Come and grab a bargain, refreshments available

Saturday 8th October Jumble Sale at Lilbourne

Village Hall, Station Road, Lilbourne, Northamptonshire, CV23 0SX Doors open at 1.00pm.Entry 30p, (children u12 free) Wheel-chair friendly access. Toilet facilities. 24/7 CCTV car park next to the hall. Proceeds to All Saints’ Church Lilbourne, repair & maintenance funds. Any enquiries to Graham 01788 860126 or Jan 01788 860742 www.allsaintschurchlilbourne.wordpress. com

Sunday 23rd October Apple Day 2016

Wilsons’ Orchard - South Court Environmental, 34 Bostock Avenue, Northampton, NN1 4LW 2:30pm 5:30pm. Activities include: apple juicing & tasting, apple identification, tree planting, games with apples, tour the orchard with SCE specialists. For details about voluteering, events or membership please contact Peter on 01604 630719

Saturday 29th and Sunday 30th October Napton Art Group are holding

their ever-popular Autumn Exhibition at Napton Village Hall from 10 am until 5 pm. On display and for sale will be paintings, cards, photographs and craft exhibits. Refreshments, a raffle and tombola. Entry is £1 for adults and free for children

November

November Rural Courses

Green Acres Farm Rural Enterprise CIC Catesby Road Staverton NN11 6JP Saturday 5th November - Christmas Willow workshop 9am-4pm £65 Saturday 26th November - Speciality Christmas Breads 9.30am-3pm £65 If you wish to book please email us info@greenacresfarm.org.uk telephone 01327 703313 or speak to a member of staff. (Please give 48 hours notice for cancellations as we often have waiting). Fees are payable on the day and include all materials, lunch & refreshments throughout the day.

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The Barn offers freshly cooked breakfasts, lunches and snacks to suit ladies that lunch, cyclists, walkers or just pop in for coffee and cake. Open daily from 10-5. (Private parties by prior arrangement ). To win, answer the following question and send to us by 10th October. How many pygmy goats are there at The Old Dairy Farm Centre?

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Looking after your old building Throughout the UK there are nearly 500,000 Listed Buildings that have been placed on the Statutory List of Buildings of Special Architectural or Historic Interest.(Listed Buildings). These buildings can range from Althorp House and Castle Ashby through to old fashioned telephone boxes and mile posts along the canal. Buildings can also be protected if they are within a Conservation Area. But the majority of protected structures are domestic buildings: family homes. All homes from time to time require maintaining, repairing or maybe extending to provide additional living accommodation. So when carrying out work to traditionally constructed buildings it’s important to realise that they do not perform in the same way as modern ones and need to be treated differently, at every stage of their maintenance or repair. Modern materials and construction techniques are often incompatible with traditional ones, and repairs which are suitable for modern buildings can lead to the deterioration of historic building fabric. Relatively few contractors and consultants have the expertise required to deal with the special problems of historic buildings, and even relatively harmless techniques can damage historic materials in the wrong hands. Sometimes it’s better to do nothing than do the wrong thing.

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Problems can occur if moisture is trapped within the building due to impervious plasters, renders and modern paints being used. Additionally rising damp can easily be misdiagnosed leading to unnecessary injected chemical damp-proof courses being installed which could compound the problem and are irreversible. Old buildings and other structures are only in our care for a short period of time so it’s vitally important that we pass them on to the next generation in good condition. www.sleightconservation.co.uk

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National Friendship Month Where would we be without friends? It’s said that friends make the good times better, and the bad times bearable. This month, it’s time to celebrate our friendships, as September is National Friendship Month. In the UK, the month is attributed to The Oddfellows, one of the largest and oldest friendly societies. For them, it’s ‘an annual campaign to bring communities together and highlight the importance of friendships.’ Research from the University of North Carolina shows that spending time with friends can make us happier and healthier. Whilst many feel it’s preferable to be with those who are positive, supportive and share good news, some believe that having close friends who they can have a good moan to and get things off their chest with is also beneficial. Groups tend to find their own norms over time in terms of what they talk about, what activities they do and how they behave. You may have heard the expressions ’Friends are the family you choose’, or ‘You can’t choose your family but you can choose your friends’ and it’s true that some have tighter bonds with friends than family members. Many say that there is something particularly special about a woman’s friendship with other women and in 2009 the Kappa Delta Sorority decided to make September International Women’s Friendship month, so perhaps for females there are two reasons to celebrate.

But, with Sociologist Gerald Mollenhorst reporting in 2012 that most of us replace half of our friends every seven years, it’s good to keep an eye out for new friends as well as celebrate long standing relationships. For some, connections will last decades but others will be for just a certain stage of a person’s life. Some talk about outgrowing their friends or moving away from damaging peer groups for example and couples divorcing can often cause a split in friendship groups. Oddfellows are helping people to build new friendships during September, by organising a range of special activities to complement their annual programme. These include walks, tea dances and craft workshops with the theme of bringing people of all ages together over a simple cuppa. You can find details at: https://www. oddfellows.co.uk/Events/FriendshipMonth. Or you could mark the month in your own special way. Plan a coffee morning, buy your friends a gift or just take time to tell them how much they mean to you. You could also reconnect with long lost pals. Social media has enabled a whole new way of keeping in touch with those who are remote and you could also try having face to face style conversations with free calling services such as Skype or Apple’s Face Time.

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Credit available subject to status to UK residents aged 18 and over. Representative Example based upon total contract of 24,000 miles. With Subaru Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) return the vehicle and not pay the Final Payment. If the vehicle has exceeded the allowed mileage a charge per excess mile will apply. In this example, 14.0p per excess mile up to 4,999, or for excess mileage of 5,000 or more, a charge of 28.0p will apply to each excess mile above the allowed mileage plus VAT. If the vehicle is in good condition and has not exceeded the allowed mileage, you will have nothing further to pay. (2) Pay the Final Repayment to own the vehicle. (3) Part exchange the vehicle subject to settlement of your existing finance agreement; new finance agreements are subject to status. Excludes motability, fleet and BASC Members Affinity Scheme sales. Available at participating dealers only. Not available in conjunction with any other offers. This credit offer is only available through Subaru Finance. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to Subaru Finance. We can introduce you to Subaru Finance and a limited number of other lenders to provide funding. Offers may be varied or withdrawn at any time. Offer ends 30.09.16. Subaru Finance is a trading style of International Motors Finance Limited, registered office at Charterhall House, Charterhall Drive, Chester, Cheshire, CH88 3AN. †Every vehicle marketed by Subaru (UK) Ltd, excluding WRX STI, is covered by a 5 Year/100,000 mile (whichever comes sooner) Limited Warranty which comprises of a standard 3 Year/60,000 mile (whichever is sooner) Manufacturer’s Warranty (bumper to bumper, excluding clutch driven plate) and an Extended Warranty (applies to powertrain only) provided by the importer. Vehicle shown is the Subaru Outback 2.0D SE Premium Lineartronic with optional special paint finish, OTR price of £33,495. EyeSight® and X-Mode are only available in Subaru Outback Lineartronic models. OTR price includes VAT, delivery, number plates, 12 months road fund licence and first registration fee. Prices correct at time of going to print.

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At which Northampton sporting venue will the festival take place? a: Sixfields Stadium b: The County Ground c: Franklin’s Gardens 5 winners will be selected at random from all correct answers on October 10th and tickets sent in post. How to enter By email to takepart@villageemporium.co.uk and pop your answer in the subject box, providing telephone number and home address in the body of the email, or by post iCon Environmental Innovation Centre, Eastern Way, Daventry, NN11 0QB

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Fruitful Foraging Aged 6 or 7 years I am armed with a stout stick for beating down nettles and I am wearing trousers (over shorts )tucked into wellies, a long sleeved shirt and carrying an empty bowl …you guessed… I’m off blackberrying!! Despite the fact that my Mother had already spent long, hot summer afternoons jamming, bottling and chutneying home-grown raspberries, strawberries, blackcurrants and gooseberries; there was always room for a pound or two of blackberry jam in the larder! So as a family we would advance along the hedgerow with an array of empty bowls and basins. We were suitably dressed to battle with stinging nettles and the vicious prickles on the brambles so as to be able to pick the ripest, biggest and bestest blackberries we could find growing wild and free in the hedgerows. It was always a hot sunny Sunday afternoon when Dad could come too and we would take a picnic as our reward for getting stung and scratched in our quest to reach the juiciest blackberries. Dad was always armed with a walking stick so

he could reach up and hook down the highest brambles because they are ‘always the biggest’! Soon every container would be brimming and after removing protective trousers and shirts we could enjoy our celebratory sandwiches with pride and purple stained hands, as we admired the sweet smelling ‘fruits’ of our hot afternoon’s labour! I cherish those happy memories and I still forage daily for hedgerow bounty in my life as a florist who loves all things natural, but at this time of year I always have a handy empty pot (and a stout stick) with me because I just can’t resist a spot of blackberrying’ ! I hope you can find time to head outdoors and enjoy this bountiful season. But please be respectful and responsible, and never take more than you need - Happy Foraging! Sue x Garden Gate Flowers www.gardengaterugby.co.uk

Hedgerow Jam Here’s my recipe for Hedgerow Jam (adapted from a W.I. recipe): Makes about 2.2kg (5lbs) 900g (2lbs) approx. of mixed rosehips, haws, rowan berries, sloes 450g (1lb) crab apples 450g (1lb) blackberries 450g (1lb) elderberries 900g (2lbs) granulated sugar + equivalent weight of fruit pulp Wash all the fruit. Put rosehips, haws, rowan berries, sloes, crab apples in a large preserving pan and cover with water. Bring to the boil and simmer for 1 – 1 ½ hours until

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Roald Dahl Day Roald Dahl Day is celebrated on September 13th and this year marks 100 years of the birth of one of Britain’s most famous children’s writers. Dahl was born in Llandaff near Cardiff in 1916. The son of Norwegian parents, he was named after Roald Amunsden, a polar explorer from Norway. It is humour and captivating characters that make Dahl one of the most popular British authors ever. Many of the characters and story lines in his books are based on his own life experiences. For example he was caned as a child for putting a mouse in a jar of gobstoppers in a sweet shop and later wrote Everlasting Gobstoppers. Charlie and the Chocolate Factory his third book stems from his days at Repton School where the boys were often asked to test new chocolates from the Cadbury factory. It is said he dreamed of inventing a chocolate that would impress Mr Cadbury. When he left school Dahl worked for Shell until in 1939 he entered the RAF. He took part in several significant World War II air battles, and later worked for the British Embassy in Washington. Many of his stories have links to aviation. His first book The Gremlins which was published in 1942, is based on mischievous creatures who were part of RAF folklore. He left the service in 1946 having obtained the rank of Squadron Leader.

Dahl’s children’s books are told from the child’s point of view and usually include an adult villain who hates or mistreats children. It is thought that this is a link back to his own unhappy days at boarding school. Frequently his books feature ‘fat’ characters too, black humour and grotesque scenarios. In addition to his children’s books Dahl also wrote children’s poetry, and it is often forgotten that he wrote adult fiction too. Some of his short stories were the base for the popular television series Tales of the Unexpected. It will always be his children’s books that he is most famous for. Year after year children dress as his characters for world book day, and teachers plan lessons around his stories because of their popularity. Reading remains so important for building children’s vocabulary, and for helping to stimulate their imagination and literacy skills. Dahl’s books are often the books adults recount as their favourites while growing-up, or the stories that really captivated them and got them into the reading habit. A variety of awards and commemorations have been set up since Dahl’s death in 1990, and new readers continue to discover his books through new creations such as the Scratch ‘n’ Sniff version of The Twits which was released in June 2015.

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Make sure you pick and enjoy autumn raspberries before the birds do! Dig up any leftover potatoes before slugs spoil them! Cover cauliflower, broccoli etc with bird-proof netting It is a good idea to cover ponds with netting before leaves start to fall. Plant spring flowering bulbs such as daffodil, tulip, crocus and hyacinth. Keep early flowering shrubs like camellia and rhododendron well-watered during dry periods to ensure good flower bud development in the spring. Carry on feeding, watering & deadheading hanging baskets to keep them going until the middle of autumn. Before lifting the tubers on Dahlias and Cannas allow the first frost to blacken the foliage, then lift and store in straw or pet bedding after clearing off all soil, this will prevent them going mouldy.

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Cut back perennials that have died down, keep on top of weeding and tidy borders .Leave seed heads for the birds and as much cover as you can for wildlife who will appreciate the winter shelter. Divide established rhubarb to create new plants .Trim hedges and prune climbing roses. Harvest apples and pears. Depending on the weather the lawns may still need mowing and now is a good time to scarify to reduce moss and lay any new areas of turf. Fallen leaves can be left to rot down (or collected for leaf mould), make sure you clear any burn diseased leaves to prevent pests and diseases overwintering. Put any other garden rubbish in the compost, try to avoid woody stems which do not rot very quickly.

Now is a good time of year to start your compost as there is a lot of cutting down to do. Buy a bin or build your own from pallets or wood. Add vegetable peelings, bedding plants, moss and cuttings from the lawn, also weeds (but not the roots), hedge clippings, kitchen peelings and tea bags are ideal to help build up your compost heap. Turn the compost once a week if possible. Never put diseased or pest-ridden material (such as rose petals) in your compost, the bonfire is the best place for them to stop any spread of disease the following year. A job worth doing is to clean out your greenhouse thoroughly, this will prevent pests from hibernating and appearing next spring. Wash the windows inside and out to allow maximum light in

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COMPACT CORDLESS POWER. MADE BY STIHL. over the winter, scrub fixtures and benches with disinfectant and hose down well. Start digging in compost, manure and as much organic matter onto flower borders and veg plots to replace the goodness in it. The earlier you start the better, especially if your soil is heavy, leave over the winter and let the elements break the clods down, making spring planting easier! Clear a circle of earth around trees or shrubs on lawns to allow moisture to get to the roots. Mulching with bark looks really attractive and if you plant daffodil or tulip bulbs it will look great in the spring. Now is the time to plant shrubs, trees, fruit bushes, perennials and bulbs as itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s the ideal planting conditions with autumns warm moist soil. Check that the rootballs of shrubs and trees are adequately moist when planting, if it feels light, plunge into a bucket of water and fill the hole with water before planting. Rake up fallen leaves and put them into a simple frame, old trug etc to make leaf mould. If left on the lawn for long, the grass will turn yellow and slugs will hide in the leaves! Enjoy these last couple of months of hopefully still warm weather in the garden as next issue we will be back on with coats and woolly hats !

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