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Inside this issue... Low Maintenance Gardening.................................... 27 Wildlife Friendly Back Gardens.................................. 28 Hybrid SUVs: What’s Available?................................. 31 A Dream World.......................................................... 33 Cash for Clutter......................................................... 34 Puzzle Page............................................................... 36 Music Discovery Apps................................................ 38 Villager Prize Crossword................................ 42 Book Review............................................................. 45 Useful Numbers........................................................ 47
Charming Cathedral Cities
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Charming Cathedral Cities in the UK............................ 4 Seasonal Recipe - Paprika Chicken.............................. 8 Tidy Those Toys.......................................................... 10 Drinks: Make Mine a Crabbie..................................... 15 Buying Outerwear Without Losing Style.................... 16 Bike to School Week.................................................. 18 Ouch! A Guide to Ear-Piercing................................... 22 Beautiful Children’s Bedrooms.................................. 24
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Staycation St_Magnus Cathedral Kirkwall
Charming Cathedral Cities
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The UK is famous for its magnificent cathedrals, welcoming more than eleven million visitors a year. Together, these beautiful structures and the cities they call home offer a fascinating insight into our country’s religious history. Cities and cathedrals are intrinsically linked. Historically, their association began in the 1540s, when Henry VIII created six cathedral towns and gave them all city status by letters patent. Today, however, despite popular belief, not all cities need to have a cathedral in order to become a city; it just so happens that most – even the smaller ones – were built around cathedrals. As a result, the UK is peppered with a handful of unassuming cathedral cities, small in size but brimming with old-world charm. Perfect for summer city breaks and cosy winter escapes, here are just four of our favourite off-the-beaten-track cathedral cities in the UK. Wells, Somerset Whoever said ‘the bigger the better’ has clearly never been to Wells, a tiny medieval city in Somerset. It wouldn’t hold the title of England’s smallest
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city without its magnificent cathedral. Standing alongside the grand Bishop’s Palace – the official residence of the Bishop of Bath and Wells since the twelfth century – the pair are a sight to behold. The cathedral’s iconic West Front is adorned with 300 intricate carvings, making it one of the most impressive collections of medieval sculpture in the western world. Away from the cathedral, Wells’ charming cobbled streets, ancient market place and medieval buildings beckon. Visit on Wednesday or Saturday to peruse the farmers’ market’s local produce, before admiring the historical buildings and learning a thing or two at one of the nearby museums. Ely, Cambridgeshire Another small city, dominated by its showstopping cathedral, Ely is a perfect day-trip’s distance away from Cambridge. Naturally, the cathedral is the city’s star attraction. With a history stretching back over 1,300 years, the current structure dates back to 1081, gaining its esteemed cathedral status in the early twelfth century. Since then, it’s seen various additions and restorations. But the cathedral isn’t the only reason to visit. Discover the city’s medieval streets and Georgian houses, stopping for lunch in one of the pretty traditional tea rooms. Or brush up on your history at
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the UK’s only stained-glass museum. Fancy a touch of nature? Take a leisurely walk down the waterside, stopping to watch the narrowboats drift past. If you plan a trip between March and September, you can even hop on a river cruise yourself. You’ll be treated to a fresh angle of the cathedral, not to mention a plethora of birdlife. Ripon, Yorkshire Claiming to be the UK’s oldest city, Ripon is steeped in history and tradition. From the 9pm horn blower – a tradition that dates back 1,100 years – to the outstanding 672 AD cathedral, this is a historian’s paradise. The cathedral is most famous for housing a sacred crypt, built in 672 by Saint Wilfrid, which mindblowingly predates England itself! Adding to this, the cathedral’s West Front has been hailed as one of the most impressive examples of Early Gothic architecture. Cathedral aside, Ripon also boasts a bustling marketplace, a high street of eclectic shops and a fascinating Victorian Workhouse museum. Fountains Abbey is also worth jumping in the car for; just a tenminute drive from the heart of Ripon, this UNESCO World Heritage Site is England’s best-preserved Cistercian monastery. Kirkwall, Scottish Highlands Although not technically a city, Kirkwall is the capital of Orkney, a group of remote islands off the coast of mainland Scotland. Holding the title of the UK’s most northerly cathedral, St Magnus Cathedral dominates the skyline of Kirkwall. Fondly known by locals as ‘Light in the North’, it was built in 1137 by the Viking Earl Rognvald, in honour of his uncle St Magnus who was martyred here.
Brimming with Scandinavian charm, Kirkwall is famous for its Norse roots, having been one of the most important towns during the Viking age. Close to the cathedral, you’ll find Bishop’s and Earl’s Palace – widely regarded as some of Scotland’s finest examples of architecture. The Orkney Museum is also worth a visit; this treasure trove of exhibitions and artefacts paints a fascinating picture of the islands’ thousand-year history. But of course, a visit to Kirkwall wouldn’t be complete without some time by the harbour front. Watch the local fishing fleet head out to sea as you wine and dine in one of the restaurants by the water.
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Seasonal Recipe
Slow-roasted paprika chicken with lemon and artichokes
Preparation time: 10 minutes Cooking time: 2 hours 30 minutes Serves 6
This is such an easy recipe. Everything is simply placed in a roasting dish and slow-cooked in the oven, creating an amazing spicy lemony flavour. Serve leftovers for lunch the following day cold with salad. Ingredients 1 tbsp smoked paprika 1 tsp sumac 3 tbsp olive oil 1 organic chicken, jointed 1 bulb of garlic (separated into unpeeled cloves) Sprig of thyme 2 unwaxed lemons, cut into quarters 150 ml chicken stock Black pepper 1 x 400g can artichoke hearts
1. Pre-heat the oven to 160°C/150°C fan/gas mark 3. 2. Mix together the paprika, sumac and olive oil. Put the chicken pieces into a roasting tin and add the garlic cloves, thyme and lemon quarters. Pour over the paprika oil and rub all over the chicken pieces. 3. Drizzle over the stock and season with black pepper. Cover the dish with foil and cook in the oven for 2 hours. 4. Remove the foil from the roasting tin, add the artichoke hearts and turn the oven up to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6. Cook for another 30 minutes or until the chicken is golden.
Nutrition per serving: 387kcal, fat 27.8g (of which saturates 7g), carbohydrate 1.4g (of which sugars 0.6g), protein 33.2g.
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By Katherine Sorrell
Fun and functional, this storage bench has a contemporary look and is both versatile and tough. Industrial kids locker storage bench in Hertog Grey by Woood, £249, Cuckooland.
Make putting toys away easy and enjoyable, even for little fingers, and tidying up shouldn’t be too much of a chore. So cute it hurts, this straw basket is perfect for playing picnics – and for tucking away tiny toys. Piki straw basket in mint, £34.90, Bobby Rabbit.
This space-saving storage piece is environmentally friendly and can be used for books, toys or anything else, with two cupboards for stashing secret stuff. Oeuf vertical mini-library shelf in white and birch, £574, Bobby Rabbit.
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Storage, storage, everywhere
This friendly bear with rosy cheeks can be pulled along as your child plays. Pull-along storage box, £70, Cox & Cox.
Get smart with storage and make use of clear, stackable boxes in a range of sizes with clip-close lids. SmartStore Classic Range by Orthex, from £7, John Lewis. Stackable, practical, colourful and inexpensive – a great storage solution. Flip-lid stackable storage box, £5, Poundland.
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• If there’s one golden rule about storage, it’s that you can’t have too much of it. Aim for a mix of cupboards with doors and boxes with lids – in which toys can be put away out of sight – and open baskets, shelves and chests, where it’s easy to chuck soft toys or similar. • Match the size of the storage to what’s being stored. Teeny tiny toys like Lego or Playmobil are best kept in small, lidded boxes. For superlative efficiency, try labelling or colour-coding them. • Neutral colours can create a calm environment, and should be less likely to become outdated by the latest fad. There’s no reason why your child’s storage shouldn’t complement the overall aesthetic of your home – just choose pieces set at a lower level and make sure they’re safe from toppling over or trapping little fingers. • For optimum practicality, storage that’s multipurpose, modular, stackable or on wheels is always a great choice. If you’re short on floor space, try hanging it from the ceiling, tucking it under the bed or mounting it on the back of the door.
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Food & Drink
Drinks: Make mine a Crabbie
Alcoholic beverages, from beers, lagers, ciders, through wines and liqueurs, to spirits and more, have been consumed and enjoyed for many, many centuries. The whisky industry is doing very well, indeed. With the UK and export markets increasing, whisky, most definitely, can be said to have ‘stood the test of time’. As societies become more affluent, then the requirement for whisky grows, being something of a status symbol, clearly giving signs of a higher lifestyle. For example, it is reported that in China, people are enjoying Scotch whisky in western-style bars and it has become a growing trend. My quest, on this occasion, was to locate whiskies which I find interesting and satisfying. John Crabbie & Co have been purveyors of wine and spirits since 1801. John Crabbie and his family owned a lot of property in Leith, north of Edinburgh and exported around the globe. Providing fine, single malt Scotch whiskies was John Crabbie’s objective in life. Several whiskies are within the Crabbie range. Yardhead Single Malt is so named because of the original site in Leith. The Crabbie 12 year old Speyside Single Malt whisky is hugely popular and produced utilising bourbon casks, to great advantage. The bouquet is most enticing and the smooth, well-balanced mouthfeel continues the delight, with an excellent body that has superb depth and a richness that follows for the palate’s pleasure, having fruity and vanilla overtones. Other Crabbie whiskies include 8 year old and 12 year old productions, plus 15 year old Highland Single Malt. 40 year old Speyside Single Malt (44.5% vol) and 50 year old Islay Single Malt (46.5% vol) are destined for the ‘top table’, most certainly, I suspect. Stockists of Crabbie whiskies include supermarkets, independent wines/drinks retailers, bars, restaurants and they can be purchased online, too. It is always exciting and very satisfying to find whiskies that are fresh and have interest, with a good nose and flavour. The flavour and finish, on the palate, having great importance – then duly noted and remembered! John Crabbie & Co, Leith, Edinburgh EH6 5QN. Tel: 44 (0) 151 480 8800 www.crabbiewhisky.com
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House of Colour
Buying outerwear, activity wear, winter wear without losing style Considerations of practicality often trump any thoughts of style when it comes to wet weather clothing, activity wear and colder weather items. Our desire to be warm and comfortable can often mean any considerations of style are long left behind. These clothes do not often put a spring in our step or enhance our look! I thought I’d give you a few ideas to boost your look and tackle buying those practical pieces we all need. 1) Decide what you need. I know this sound really obvious but our lifestyles can change year on year, so be honest about what you are going to need. Get all those clothes you currently have in this category together and cast a critical eye over them. What is now past its best, could do with renewing or needs some other attention (dry cleaners?). What is missing? 2) Start early. Kick this process off ahead of the season. If you know in advance what you need you have more time to consider the options and find something great rather than buying out of desperation an item ‘that’ll do’ that you subsequently regret and then feel you have to hang on to. You want to feel great in these clothes too! 3) Online research can really come into its own at this stage. If you need serious performance or have some particular requirements get online and again start sooner rather than later. Clothing retailers start getting their first season’s options out early. Don’t just go to your usual option, keep a broad mind. Contact your consultant too to see if they have any top tips for particular brands that might work for you. 4) Colour is key. A neutral or a wow colour will serve you best for investment pieces. You will be confident that it looks fab on you too. It will also work with everything else in your wardrobe. It will also add some style and interest in it’s own right. Plus it will be a boost when you put it on. 5) Styles. Remember there is huge variety out there with new brands coming along all the time so don’t go for the first thing. Does this highly practical waterproof hit any of my style considerations? Does it come in at my waist if that’s what my style needs (they do exist)? Is there an interesting detail that adds something
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to it? If you’re not seeing anything great leave it a little while and come back to it. 6) Accessories. If you’re not investing in a new snow proof, rain proof option just yet think about renewing the gloves, hats, etc. in some fab colours. This is where you can add some more personality (and if you’ve done style consultation you’ll know what that could look like) to your look. Again don’t necessarily just opt for the first woolley hat offering warmth that comes your way. Be choosy, would a little felt trilby (they can be waterproof!) actually be more fun and stylish while walking the dog? 7) Don’t compromise. You might be spending a fair amount of time in that winter jacket, why not absolutely love it. We owe it to ourselves. Article by Jennie Billings House of Colour House of Colour has a network of stylists to help you update your look – find your nearest at houseofcolour.co.uk/find-astylist
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Time of Year
Bike to School Week 27th Sept – 1st Oct Bike to School Week takes place from 27th September to 1st October 2021. It encourage families to cycle and scoot to school. Cycling is second only to swimming as a low impact activity that offers full-body workout. When your child is cycling, almost all of their major muscle group gets into action. Even though riding a bike primarily depends on the muscles on the lower body, the muscles on the upper body are also engaged. Children who cycle regularly have improved cardiovascular fitness. They have stronger bones, better joint mobility, and tend to be more flexible. Cycling also improves postural balance and coordination. Being outside exposes them to more vitamin D, which is good for the immune system…just make sure they wear sunscreen if the weather is fine. The combination of exercise and light reduces stress, depression, and anxiety, while improving brain development, mental well-being.
Most importantly, children who are active while growing up, are more likely to become active healthy adults. So, get your kids cycling to school and start a good habit that will last a (healthy) lifetime.
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Ear-Piercing
Ouch! A guide to ear-piercing Vertical lobe - If you have space for two earrings on your lobe, you could try a vertical lobe piercing, where two studs are stacked on top of each other. Upper lobe - This position, where the main lobe narrows into the outer curve, is ideal for small, intricate piercings. Helix - A helix piercing typically sits at the top of your ear cartilage. There’s plenty of room in this area, so double and triple helix piercings are quite common. Forward Helix - A forward helix sits on the inner and top half of your ear cartilage, a couple of inches in and down from the temple. It can be a single stud or ring, as well as a series of piercings. Conch - A conch piercing refers to the middle section of the ear. An inner conch is when a stud is punctured right through the middle, and nestles in the inner curve, and an outer conch is where a hoop will start in the middle but hugs the outer edge of your ear. This is a little more painful than the other piercings mentioned so far. Industrial / Scaffold - An industrial piercing requires two holes, both in the outer cartilage. They’re usually punctured diagonally opposite each other (but the angle is up to you) and linked together with a barbell. This is a little more painful again. Daith - A daith piercing sits through the most inner part of the ear’s cartilage. Some people find this piercing offers them relief from severe migraines. Rook - Just above the daith sits a ridge, which is referred to as a rook. Tragus and Anti-tragus - Sitting just above the ear canal, is the tragus and opposite sits the anti-tragus. Both are usually only big enough for one piercing. Snug - Sitting slightly above the anti-tragus is a piercing spot called the ‘snug’. Possibly because of how snugly a small hoop hugs it. By Louise Addison
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Interiors
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By Katherine Sorrell
Beautiful children’s bedrooms Why not make your little one’s room as goodlooking as it is practical? Choose coordinating colours and attractive textures, with appealing accessories to complete the look. The priority in any young child’s bedroom is, of course, to ensure it’s a safe, calm and comfortable space in which to sleep and, once they are a little older, a great place to enjoy playing. What are the key ingredients? To start with, a good mattress and a set of well-fitting blackout curtains or blinds will go a long way towards helping them get a full night’s rest. You will also need suitable flooring, excellent storage and flexible lighting. Finally, add interesting furniture and accessories, and brighten up the walls with eye-catching art. The ideal bedroom floor would be soft and cosy, durable, non-slip and easy to mop. While some man-made carpets claim to be washable, they are still susceptible to spills and accidents, and perhaps a more versatile choice would be wooden or laminate floorboards plus a soft rug (with an anti-slip mat beneath). Alternatives include vinyl, linoleum, cork or rubber and, to add extra play potential, why not add a play rug with a printed design such as hopscotch or a racetrack? If you do opt for carpet, look for a
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texture or pattern that won’t show the dirt, and ask for a stain-resistant treatment before installation. To encourage children to put things away after themselves, toy and book storage should be plentiful and easy to access. Try to incorporate it into tucked-away spaces such as the alcoves either side of a chimney or below a window, co-ordinating built-in storage with the decorative features of your home as a whole. Low shelving, securely fixed to the wall, plus a variety of boxes or baskets, is ideal; you could install a few higher shelves for items that you would prefer only to be used under supervision. Avoid heavy-lidded, traditional toy chests that could trap tiny fingers, and remember the basic rule of storage: suit the size of the container to the size of its contents. Small plastic lidded boxes are perfect for LEGO, Playmobil and so on, while a large basket is great for soft toys. Don’t forget peg rails, hooks and hanging fabric organisers – all of which are useful space savers – but in your storage choices, try to stick to a limited colour palette or a group of similar textures (the natural, neutral look is fashionable and will stand the test of time) so that the room looks thought-through rather than randomly assembled. Well-designed lighting is essential – bright enough
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to play by in the dim winter months, with a bedside lamp (and maybe one on a desk, too) and some purely decorative extras, such as strings of fairy lights, colour-changing LEDs or a projector lamp. In general, remember always to use the correct wattage of bulb, and position the fitting so that there are no trailing flexes. Inset ceiling lights and high-up wall lights are better than too many floor or table lamps that could get in the way of games and be knocked over. One option is a wireless lamp that you charge up and can then place wherever it’s needed. Avoid pendant shades that reveal the dazzle of a bulb – though a diffuser will conceal the bulb discreetly. For great adaptability, consider a dimmer switch, which can be retro-fitted quite cheaply (though check that your bulb will work with a dimmer, as not all of them are suitable), and smart lights, operated via remote control, an app or even voice commands. In terms of furniture, it’s best to keep larger, more expensive items relatively neutral, so that they last as long as possible as your child grows up. However, if you have the budget, then a special bed makes an amazing centrepiece, and there are some wonderful options, from tepee beds to cars, rockets and high sleepers that look like castles or tree houses. Without crowding the room too much, you’ll want to add a chest of drawers and a small wardrobe, and possibly a low table or a small desk for reading, writing and craft activities. These can be smartly coordinating or second-hand, vintage or repurposed – provided there are no sharp bits or splinters, a lick of paint can brighten up an old piece no end, and will add heaps of character. For quiet play and general lounging, floor cushions, low stools and beanbags are probably a better (and less expensive) idea than miniature children’s sofas and chairs, which are quickly outgrown. When it comes to finishing touches, there are plenty of ways to add pizzazz to plain walls, from
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decorative stickers to an entire wall of attractive storage. Oversized images – a mural or an enlarged child’s painting – are full of impact and can set a theme, if you so wish, complementing your furnishings. Add quirky cushions, sweet rugs and interesting lamp shades, and you’ve got an attractive room that’s flexible, functional and – importantly – great fun. 1 This fun tent bed is made from solid pine and MDF, with lookout holes at each end. Kids Teepee cabin bed by Woood, from £399; matching bookcase, £215; both Cuckooland: 01305 231 231; cuckooland.com. 2 Natural colours and textures, with piles of cushions, make a child’s room feel supercomfortable. Nihla bed by Bloomingville, £195; Bloomingville Kesa storage box, £124; Bloomingville Eman sleepy bear basket, £93; all Sweetpea & Willow: 0345 257 2627; sweetpeaandwillow.com.
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3 Create a play corner with shelves, desk space and plenty of storage, all at a low level. Bloomingville Moris shelf (on floor), £70; Bloomingville Hubert rattan stool, £50; both Sweetpea & Willow, as above.
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Gardening
Low-maintenance gardening Caroline Knight: Gardendesignideas.co.uk
Ask anyone who looks after a garden if they would like a high-maintenance outdoor space and the answer will almost definitely be no. So how do you achieve a garden that is easy to look after. Keep it Simple Start with simple things. Look around to see how potty you have gone over pots - you really don’t want too many. The content within pots and containers requires regular watering by the head gardener and nutrients within the compost depletes within just a few weeks and they require feeding. Plants also require gentle snipping to keep them looking neat and attractive, and to encourage more flowers. If you have shrubs in pots, they might need pruning as well as turning so that each side of the plant receives an equal amount of light. If all this is making you feel exhausted, just keep a few very large containers for certain specimens and make them into a feature. If, however, you aren’t ready to abandon your potaholic habits, group them together so that they can create their own microclimate. Each pot will provide a bit of shade for another and the air around them will enjoy increased humidity. No Mow Next, we come to the lawn, if there is one. You don’t need to mow every week and you could allow the grass sward to grow longer. Welcome weeds and wildflowers into the lawn; it’s far better for wildlife than a monoculture of grass. Provided the lawn looks
vaguely green, it really doesn’t matter if there are daisies, dandelions, moss or most other self-seeded delights amongst the grass. The gentle buzzing of bees is the reward you get for being more relaxed about your green carpet. Lawn edges can be defined by using some sort of edging system that will stop the grass spreading into the flowerbeds. These really do take the stress out of maintaining a neat edge. There are dozens of options, from rustic and durable Corten weathering steel through to rubber, plastic, wood and brick. Keep Weeds in the Dark Ask a gardener about a job that always needs doing and weeds will be high on the agenda. There’s a very simple way to stop weeds growing: cover up your soil! It’s inevitable that nature will send something to infiltrate any little patch of bare ground. So, if you would rather choose your own variety of species to grow in your garden, rather than whatever a passing bird decides to eject, ensure you plant densely. While new plants are establishing, spread mulch onto any bare soil to stop weeds taking hold. Shrubby Heroes Shrubs are generally the best low-maintenance plant of all. Replace any annual planting schemes with shrub beds, but don’t inflict the hedge-cutter ‘blob treatment’ on them. The secret lies in choosing your plants wisely and thus not planting something that grows larger than the space available. You can allow them to grow into their natural form.
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Wildlife Friendly Back Gardens
How wildlife friendly is your back garden? Wildlife can struggle during particularly warm spells and heatwaves. This might be from a lack of water or suddenly having limited food supplies. As humans we enjoy a cold drink or dipping our feet in a paddling pool to cool down. So do our garden birds, pollinators and hedgehogs. Providing fresh, clean drinking and bathing water, along with some shade will help immensely. What can you do specifically? Planning is a good idea in order to create an attractive and productive wildlife habitat. Think vertically as well as horizontally when you are creating a new environment for your garden wildlife. Trees and shrubs provide wonderful amounts of shade and food for small animals. Include varieties like hosta, japonica and even rhubarb for their large leaves. Ground covering plants are also valuable additions to your garden and enjoyed by a wide range of creatures and insects. Consider installing feeders and nesting boxes for the local birds. If you keep them well stocked and in good
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condition you will have plenty of regular visitors. Bird baths are increasing in popularity and can either be homemade or shop bought. Garden Centres and nurseries are getting much better now at providing us with information about which plants are bee friendly. Again, plan carefully where these will go in your garden – perhaps away from the main walkways and seating areas. Selecting fruit or nut bearing varieties of plants will be very much appreciated by the local wildlife. There are some shrubs that produce berries all year round. Deciduous trees and shrubs can be planted along a south facing walls to provide summer shade. If you haven’t got a garden, then worry not. Patios and balconies are great locations for container gardens! Autumn is round the corner It is worth noting we will be slipping into Autumn after the heatwaves of summer. Quite often we like to ‘tidy’ our gardens and fill our green wheelie bins with leaves, cuttings and other plant material. Much of our wildlife actually relies on the leaves and dead flower heads that we like to completely remove. Consider whether you can have a ‘wild’ area of your garden this year that you do not completely clear, and marvel at the little creatures who make it their home – and larder! Similarly, there maybe areas of your garden that you chose to leave and allow to grow wild. Resisting the urge to weed sections, allowing plants to grow without being pruned back. Have a potter around your garden this week and see if there are any small changes that can be made, to help the wildlife flourish during these warmer months. If you need to contact our Branch (North Bedfordshire) for any reason we can be reached by the details below, or for an animal welfare issue or emergency, contact; 0300 1234 999. Lines are open 7 days a week 24/7. Email: info@rspcabedsnorth.org.uk Tel: 01234 266965 / 01234 930304
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Hybrid SUVs: what’s available? If you fancy a hybrid with more space there are plenty of options The SUV lends itself perfectly to a hybrid powertrain, with more space for the batteries and hence a better boot. This is why there are so many hybrid SUV offerings available today. We’ve picked out some of the best options available today. BMW X5 xDrive45e - BMW’s X5 now has a plug-in hybrid variant – badged X5 xDrive45e. With electric range of up to 54 miles, it far exceeds the vast majority of other hybrids and allows for decent-length journeys to be completed on battery power alone. Plus, you still get the premium cabin and sharp looks that you’d associate with the standard X5. Kia Sorento PHEV - Kia’s plug-in hybrid version of its latest Sorento SUV uses a 1.6-litre petrol engine linked to an electric motor and batteries, and Kia claims you’ll get around 35 miles of electric-only driving. As well as a striking exterior design, the Sorento boasts a well-made cabin that is fitted with a healthy level of standard equipment. Mercedes-Benz GLE350de - The GLE350de is a diesel-powered hybrid, which is not common across this segment. Mercedes claims you’ll get up to 256.8 mpg combined, which will help with the fuel bills. Plus, when you’ve run out of electricity – which should still give you a decent 54 miles between charges – you’re left with a smooth and refined 2.0-litre diesel engine. Audi Q5 TFSI e - Audi’s Q5 has proved to be a popular choice in the SUV segment thanks to its premium interior and good level of standard equipment, with a plug-in hybrid version recently added. You should get 26 miles of electric-only range in the Q5, allowing for plenty of driving without having to trouble the petrol engine. Peugeot 3008 Hybrid - Peugeot’s range of electrified vehicles is expanding, with the 3008 plug-in hybrid one of its latest. It uses a 1.6-litre petrol engine hooked up to two electric motors for a combined power output of 296bhp. Four-wheel drive means it’s got plenty of traction, too. Peugeot claims an electric-only range of up to 36 miles. On top of this, you get loads of standard equipment and one of the sharpest exterior designs around. Volkswagen Touareg R - A hybrid setup can be used for performance, as demonstrated by the new Volkswagen Touareg R. It’s now Volkswagen’s most powerful production car to date, thanks to its V6 petrol engine and electric motor combination producing 456bhp and 700Nm of torque. But it remains a practical and well-sized option, while a claimed fuel economy figure of 94.2mpg should make it a little cheaper to run than a conventional Touareg, too. DS 7 Crossback E-Tense - As part of the wider PSA Group, DS can take advantage of all manner of hybrid powertrains. It’s why the 3008 and the DS 7 Crossback E-Tense appear so similar – they’re essentially the same underneath. However, the DS has a slightly more dramatic, eye-catching exterior combined with a flamboyant interior. Plus, you should get up to 34 miles of electric range from a single charge.
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A Dream World Sleep aids from clever cots to mattress monitors Many new parents would pay anything for a good night’s sleep, and it turns out that ‘anything’ might mean £1,145. That’s what the SNOO Smart Sleeper Baby Cot costs, but if it works then it’s priceless. The SNOO has sensors to detect baby’s movement and responds with calming sounds and motion, helping to settle fractious babies and help them learn to self-soothe. It’s all controlled via a smartphone app that also enables you to get daily sleep reports and healthy sleep tips. Smart beds aren’t just for babies. From smart mattresses using a mix of memory foam and other supportive fabrics (to keep you comfortable without making your bed feel like an oven) to smart beds that are packed with technology, there are lots of bedtime options for every body shape and every kind of sleeper. Most of the beds dubbed smart beds are really just connected beds, so for example the £1,999 Hargen Smart Bed’s smart features are Bluetooth audio, a password-protected built-in safe and a remote-controlled massage feature. But you can make any bed a smart bed by adding some sleep sensors such as Withings’ Sleep Analyzer (£90). This fits under your mattress and communicates with your phone, enabling you to track your sleep patterns and monitor conditions such as sleep apnoea that may be preventing you from getting a good night’s sleep. If you’d rather use a wearable, the Apple Watch and many wearable fitness trackers such as Garmin and Fitbit trackers can track your sleep. The available features vary by product but they can typically distinguish between deep and light sleep, and in some cases they can even monitor your oxygen saturation and heart rate to get a fuller picture of your sleep habits. You can use that information to identify the things that might be interfering with your sleep, especially if you also use your phone’s health app to track other data such as exercise or alcohol intake: the more data you have about your body, the easier it becomes to identify triggers and trends that you can take steps to change.
SNOO Smart Sleeper The award-winning SNOO promises to lull baby to sleep by responding to their movements with soothing motions and womb-like sounds. £1,145 from happiestbaby.co.uk
Hargen Smart Bed Smart refers to the design rather than the tech: the Hargen bed is packed with storage cubbyholes as well as a stereo speaker system with Bluetooth connectivity. £1,999 from sleekliving.co.uk Apple Watch Series 6 Apple’s own sleep-tracking system is really good, particularly now the Apple Watch doesn’t require recharging every night. There are stacks of third-party sleep-tracking apps too. £349 from apple.com
Withings Sleep Analyzer Turn any bed into a smart bed with this clever sleep sensor. It tracks your sleep through the night (or day) and sends the data to your phone so you can identify trends. £89.95 from amazon.co.uk
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Special Report
Cash for Clutter eBay used to dominate the online selling market, but nowadays you’re spoilt for choice on where to swap your clutter for cash. So, where are the best places to advertise and how can you make sure you’re getting the right price? Whether you’re moving house, redecorating or just trying to live more minimally, we’ve gathered together some of the best websites and ways to rehome your clutter at a profit.
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From sofas and desks to cars, pets and even rooms to rent, Gumtree has it all. Despite its broad appeal, it mainly specialises in selling second-hand items. Unlike eBay, people use Gumtree to look for items locally, so putting your postcode in the listing is paramount. It’s also best to start with a higher
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price, as most Gumtree buyers love to haggle. If you want your ad to get some extra attention, you can put some money behind it, but other than that Gumtree won’t charge you for selling. Paypal take a small cut, but to avoid this you can ask your buyer to pay by cash or bank transfer.
Shpock is a bit like your local car boot sale: cheap, local, and full of surprises. It’s your place to get rid of those smaller items that won’t get much attention on bigger sites like Gumtree or eBay, from cushions to children’s clothes and everything in between. That’s not to say you can’t sell bigger things on there too. It’s completely free to list, unless you want to promote an item. Shpock doesn’t get involved in the payment process either. Once a price has been negotiated, it’s up to the buyer and seller to reach an agreement about delivery and payment.
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Top tips for selling A must-download if you’re into vintage fashion, Depop is the place to sell your unwanted clothes, shoes and accessories. Think vintage, young, trendy and homemade – the quirkier, the better. Listing your items is free, but once an item sells, Depop will charge a 10% fee on the sale price (including the shipping costs). Then there’s also a small PayPal transaction fee to be aware of. However, selling items on Depop can fetch you a high price. With over 18 million users, it’s one of the most popular online marketplaces right now.
Spend time taking good pictures Photograph your items in a well-lit area of your house or garden, and from multiple angles. It’s also a good idea to get photos of any defects, so as not to waste your – or anyone else’s – time.
The more descriptive, the better Pad out your listing with as much information as you can, including dimensions, condition and your reason for selling.
Be honest
Local Facebook selling groups (search for Facebay + your area name) and Facebook Marketplace are hot on eBay’s heels. The best bit is there are no fees, so the profit’s all yours. Like Gumtree, Facebook Marketplace is used to sell locally. This makes it perfect for selling larger items without worrying about shipping. Of course though, one of the most appealing parts of using Facebook Marketplace is that it’s a platform many of us are already familiar with. Keep up to date with friends and family, and clear some space in your house, all from one website!
An item doesn’t need to be in perfect condition to get attention online, but it’s important to be honest from the get-go. Reviews are key to building your online selling profile, so avoid the temptation to skim over any defects in your listing.
Think seasonally Certain items, like garden furniture, will fetch a higher price in the summer, while warm woolly jumpers and Christmas decorations will naturally do better in the winter. Sometimes it’s worth keeping something in the loft a little longer to earn that extra cash.
Similar to Depop, but with a slightly older target audience, Vinted is a huge online marketplace for selling clothes, with millions of users. Unlike Depop, however, upmarket high street brands tend to do better. Bagged a popular Zara handbag that sold out within days? You can probably sell it for twice the price on Vinted! Even better – there are no fees for uploading or selling your items on Vinted either, so what you see is what you get.
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Challenges Faced and Struggles Overcome Conjure Women Afia Atakora
Set a few years after the abolition of slavery, Conjure Women tells the story of Rue. As a ‘conjure woman’, Rue has learnt how to treat minor ailments and birth babies. But when a baby is born with black eyes and other children succumb to a mysterious illness, Rue’s community starts to turn against her. Rue has many secrets, one of which could change her community forever. A beautifully written book for fans of Toni Morrison and Yaa Gyasi.
Widowland CJ Carey
In a reimagined timeline where the Nazis won World War II, women in Britain are subject to strict controls. As an elite ‘Geli woman’ with a high-up boyfriend, Rose enjoys some privileges and has seemingly settled into the role prescribed for her. She’s tasked with rewriting classic books to align them to this new world order. However, when Rose is sent to infiltrate Widowland – the slums where childless, husbandless women over fifty are banished to – in order to report back on a rebellious faction, she has to decide whose side she’s really on. A slow-burner, but ultimately gripping.
The Cancer Ladies’ Running Club Josie Lloyd
The Cancer Ladies’ Running Club is a surprisingly lighthearted, uplifting read based on the author’s own experiences with cancer. The main character is Keira, whose world comes crashing down after a cancer diagnosis. Struggling to come to terms with her illness, Keira finds solace, companionship and laughter in a running group of other cancer patients and survivors.
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A father and son wait for a boat that they hope will take them to a new life. The father talks of the beauty of Syria before the bombs hit – the bustling markets, olive groves and tight-knit families. He talks of his hopes for the future and his belief that the country they’re travelling to will see all the goodness and potential in his son. Written in response to the death of Alan Kurdi and other refugee children, Sea Prayer is a deeply moving, beautifully illustrated book. It’s very short but welldeserving of a place on your bookshelf.
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The author moved to America when she was seven. While her parents were professors back in China, they found themselves relegated to working in sweatshops in the US. As undocumented migrants, the family had few rights and lived in fear of being sent back to China. Such fear that when Qian’s mother grew sick, the family could not seek help. A stunning memoir, Beautiful Country will take your breath away.
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