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Issue 148 - August 2021

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1922 Traffic Census................................................................................ 4 Forest Holidays in North England and Scotland....................... 6 Wines from Germany: Kloster Eberbach.................................... 12 Five Reasons to Wear Sunglasses..................................................14 Techy Tips to Make Life Easier....................................................... 17 Community Car Scheme...................................................................18 What a Relief! Options for Aches and Pains............................20 Dressing your Style and Shape...................................................... 22 EAAA is now 24/7...............................................................................26 Intestacy - Why it may not work for you.................................29 Make the Switch.................................................................................30 Liquid Gold........................................................................................... 35

RSPCA - New Summer Campaign.................................................36 Wood Green: Pet Owners' First Port of Call............................. 39 Camping with Kids.............................................................................40 Discover the History of the Land Rover Discovery............... 42 Recalibrate your Life.........................................................................45 Nick Coffer's Weekend Recipe...................................................... 47 Puzzle Page...........................................................................................48 A Hobby a Day Keeps the Doldrums Away...............................50 The Best Tech for Healthy Living.................................................. 52 We can all make a difference.........................................................54 Villager Prize Crossword..................................................................58 The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook.................................61 Useful Numbers.................................................................................. 63

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1922 Traffic census at

St Neots, Little Paxton & Buckden Driving to work into Cambridge from St. Neots had become a very slow affair in pre-Covid days and it stimulated a digital traffic census which resulted in the planning of a dual carriageway upgrade from Caxton to the A1 Black Cat junction. The picture of 1925 St. Neots High Street suggests low car ownership and quiet roads. Back in 1922 The Ministry of Transport conducted a traffic census on three roads in the St. Neots area during the seven days of August 13th -19th 1922, between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m.. The count showed 2216 motor vehicles used the A45 between St. Neots and Eltisley over the census week [Cycles 1193; Motor cycles 869; Motor cars 159; Motor vans 0; Motor buses 57; Motor lorries 97; Motor lorries with trailers 15; Light tractors 0; Light tractors with trailers 0; Traction engines 6; Traction engines with trailers 13.] 387 horse-drawn vehicles used the road. [Light horsed vehicles 233; Light horsed vehicles two horses 12; Heavy horsed vehicles 104; Heavy horsed vehicles, two horses 38.] Also recorded:- Horses led or driven 6; Cattle 4; Sheep and pigs 0; Handcarts 2. On the Great North Road between Southoe and Little Paxton. 3451 motor vehicles were recorded

and 273 Horse drawn vehicles. [Cycles 1630; Motor cycles 1109; Motor cars 1846; Motor vans 78; Motor buses 114;Motor lorries 239; Motor lorries with trailers 12; Light tractors 16; Light tractors with trailers 15; Traction engines 7; Traction engines with trailers 15; Light horsed vehicles 195;Light horsed vehicles, two horses 5;Heavy horsed vehicles 72; Heavy horsed vehicles, two horses 1;Horses led or driven 29; Cattle 24; Sheep and pigs 23; Handcarts 0] Between Buckden Station and Brampton 1394 motor-driven vehicles & 286 horse-drawn vehicles as well as 443 livestock passed the census takers. [Cycles 1429; Motor cycles 463; Motor cars 632; Motor vans 38; Motor buses 107; Motor lorries 129; Motor lorries with trailers 1; Light tractors 0; Light tractors with trailers 15; Traction engines 3; Traction engines with trailers 6; Light horsed vehicles 169;Light horsed vehicles, two horses 3;Heavy horsed vehicles 104; Heavy horsed vehicles, two horses 10; Horses led or driven 26; Cattle 19; Sheep and pigs 398; Handcarts 0.] Perhaps a 2050 census will see a return of Cycles and livestock! Thanks to St Neots Local History Magazine No 19 from 1992

By Peter Ibbett

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Staycation

Glen Affric, Inverness, Scotland

Forests holidays in north England and Scotland From the starry skies of Galloway Forest Park to the wildlife-rich woodland of Northumberland’s Kielder Forest, there’s no denying that some of our country’s most magical forests can be found in northern England and Scotland. Forests are a vital part of our planet’s ecosystem, even giving us the oxygen we breathe. So it’s not surprising that they’re places we head to when we’re craving a sense of calm – somewhere to escape to and catch our breath. There’s no better place to lose yourself in nature for a little while. Whether you’re into hiking, cycling, kayaking, or just drinking in the scenery, the forests in northern England and Scotland have it all. With so many to choose from, we’ve put together three of our favourites, perfect for your next day trip or staycation. Galloway Forest, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland Where better to start than with the UK’s largest forest? At 297 square miles, Scotland’s Galloway Forest is a sprawling playground of dramatic ancient woodland, magnificent scenery and an astonishing range of local wildlife. Designated a Forest Park in 1947, it’s fondly referred to by the locals as ‘the Highlands of the Lowlands’. Many of its 800,000 yearly visitors are drawn to

its remoteness. Light pollution is so low here that it’s been recognised as a Dark Sky Park – meaning that its skies are on par with those hanging above Arizona’s Grand Canyon. In short, it’s perfect for stargazing. After a night camping out under the stars, it’s time to explore. The park’s three visitor centres are good places to start. Kirroughtree is your gateway to more active adventures, including the award-winning 7stanes mountain bike trails. If wildlife spotting is more your scene, look out for roe deer and rare red squirrels. Or why not visit the park’s Red Deer Range to get close to some of Galloway’s resident deer? Galloway isn’t just woodland either; there are around 250 lochs to discover too. No doubt you’ll stumble upon a few while you’re exploring the park’s scenic walking and cycling trails. Kielder Forest, Northumberland, England When it comes to size, Northumberland’s Kielder Forest is also a front runner. Spanning 235 square miles, it’s the largest forest in England – and the second largest in the UK as a whole. If that wasn’t enough, Kielder is also home to the biggest man-made lake in Northern Europe, making it a popular spot for water sports enthusiasts. Hire a pleasure boat, go fishing, or try your hand at

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water skiing or sailing. With miles of beautiful trails, including forest walks for all the family and adrenalineboosting mountain bike tracks, Kielder is perfect for anyone looking to have their own mini adventure. The forest is a haven for wildlife too, with around 50% of England’s native red squirrels calling it home. If you’re quiet, you could also spot rare wildlife including ospreys, pipistrelle bats, roe deer, salmon otters and water voles. Just like Galloway, Kielder is also famous for its dark skies. The forest’s remote location in Northumberland means it’s virtually unaffected by light pollution, making it a stargazer’s idea of heaven. Don’t miss a trip to Kielder Observatory, where you can book ahead to attend a number of fascinating astronomical events. Glen Affric, Inverness, Scotland A medley of native woods, glittering lochs, snow-capped mountains and dramatic moorland, Scotland’s Glen Affric could easily have been plucked straight out of Canada. With over 30 miles of ancient pinewoods, the forest is home to one of the largest ancient Caledonian pine woods in Scotland. In fact, the woodland is so treasured, it’s become part of the Scottish government’s regeneration project, with a target of 25% forest cover to reach by 2050. Wander amongst the pine trees to the sound of woodland birds, looking out for ospreys, otters and

Galloway Forest, Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland

red deer stags. Or tackle some of Affric’s challenging hiking trails, punctuated with thundering waterfalls and jagged canyons. This is Scotland at its most spectacular; you won’t be able to put your camera away. Dog Falls are a must-see, and provide a good starting point for several walking trails. Climb the gradual ascent to the spectacular viewpoint overlooking Loch Beinn a’ Mheadhoin or picnic beneath the pine trees by Coire Loch. What’s great about Glen Affric is that it’s also a mere hour’s drive from the famous Loch Ness. Surely it would be a crime not to tick off both in one trip?

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Food & Drink

Wines from Germany: Kloster Eberbach

Weingut Kloster Eberbach is a multi award-winning wine producer, located in the Rheingau district and has global recognition, for their high-quality wine productions. Very attractively furnished, comfortable accommodations, are also offered, plus regular, on-site events. The monastery at Eberbach dates from 1136 and was founded by Cistercian monks. The monks had a wine cellar (Cabinetkeller) where they kept their very best wines. Weingut Kloster Eberbach produces exceptional white and red wines and has an excellent range. Riesling wines are aromatic and grace countless dining tables often, pairing with fish, seafood and white meats superbly, as well as being enjoyed on their own regularly, too. Crescentia Premium Wines are produced utilising grapes from the very best vineyards. Kloster Eberbach Crescentia Steinberger Riesling trocken (12.0% vol) and Kloster Eberbach Crescentia Rauenthaler Baiken Riesling trocken (12.0% vol) are both extremely popular, dry white wines. The respective bouquets have the typical riesling aroma of apples and other fruits, being displayed for the nasal pleasures. The anticipation and further enjoyments are continued, for the mouthfeel and palate. The Kloster Eberbach range of wines also has Cabinetkeller productions. Highly praised and very much appreciated for their fine qualities, this section includes Kloster Eberbach Cabinetkeller Berg Roseneck Riesling feinherb (11.5 vol). Again, superb quality prevails and this production is regularly found to be on ‘top’ dining tables. Certainly, a popular selection, for many. Kloster Eberbach Cabinetkeller Steinberg Riesling (13% vol) is a further choice, favoured by numerous lovers of white wines. The bouquet can, again, be classed as elegant, with citrus fruits enticing to the following delights. Welcoming and expressive, the sensations of fruits continue throughout, with an excellent, lengthy palate. Other Kloster Eberbach Cabinetkeller productions include Berg Schlossberg Spätburgunder trocken (13.5% vol). This splendid, very impressive dry red wine has a ‘wealth’ of dark fruits and pairs with red meat dishes, wonderfully. If visiting the Eberbach area there are wine tours of the estate available and tastings. The Kloster Eberbach wines can be ordered easily online, also. The Eberbach Monastery regularly has the most memorable weddings, with personal requirements, including banquets and receptions, being meticulously planned. Please visit the website for all details. www.kloster-eberbach.de joy!

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Time of Year

Five Reasons to Wear Sunspecs

Sunglasses protect your eyes from the elements - Sunbathing, skiing, or biking on a dirt track, sunglasses can protect your eyes from sand, wind, and dust, all of which can irritate or scratch the delicate cornea. Sunglasses help prevent certain eye diseases related to the sun Prolonged exposure to the sun’s UV rays can lead to early onset cataracts, macular degeneration, and pterygium. Cataracts involves a clouding of the eye’s lens that requires an operation to correct; macular degeneration results from deterioration of the macula of the retina which permanently destroys central vision; and pterygium involves tissue growth on the eyeball. Wearing sunglasses that have good UV protection helps keep your eyes healthier, longer. See more clearly! - Polarised sunspecs help you see better in bright light. They cut glare and improve your perception of colours and contrast. Even on somewhat cloudy days, wearing sunglasses while driving can improve your vision and cut down on glare. If you’re a fisherman, you’ll also be able to see past the surface of water more easily without all that bright, reflective glare. Avoid headaches and migraines - For many people who regularly get migraines or bad headaches, bright sunlight can be a major trigger. Wearing sunglasses (particularly those with polarised lenses) allows you to get out and about without triggering an attack. You’ll look cool - It’s almost impossible not to look cool in good sunspecs. They hide dark circles on a no make-up day and a touch of mystery. You can ring the changes with different styles, from rock chick edginess to Parisian chic. Wherever you’re going this summer (and let’s face it, in 2021 for most of us it will be the local park!). be sun-safe and be stylish! By Sarah Davey

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Technology

Techy Tips to Make Life Easier

1. Put your USB drive in the right way the first time Why do we get it wrong on the first try so often? Get it right first time, every time. Here’s the secret: Grab any USB cable sitting around your house. Find the symbol on one side? It’s not just for decoration. That symbol will point up if you’re plugging in horizontally and if you’re plugging a cable vertically, the USB symbol will face you. Now you know. 2. Reopen a closed browser tab It happens all the time. You have a dozen tabs open in your browser and accidentally close the wrong one. I know you can open up your browser’s history and reopen the tab from there, but did you know you can do it with a couple of keystrokes. Hit Ctrl+Shift+T on your PC or Command+Shift+T on your Mac to automatically reopen the tab you just closed. Simples. 3 Share a YouTube video at a precise point You find a brilliant YouTube video but the bit you really want to share is 3 minutes and 24 seconds in. If you want to share it at that exact point, you can get a link that takes people directly to the moment. Simply click the Share button below the video. Look for a little box below the link. This automatically displays the time at which you currently have the video stopped. You can stick with this time or pick any time you like. Then when you copy the link and share it, whoever views the link will view it from point you chose. 4 Search WhatsApp chats WhatsApp chats can be fast-moving, and messages accumulate over time. When you want to find the address of the party, or the joke someone told you two weeks ago, you don’t have to scan back through every conversation, you can search for it. On IOS there’s a search bar, and on android device there’s a search icon. By Tom Hancock

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Local News

Community Car Scheme ‘Supporting Huntingdonshire Communities through volunteering’

Huntingdonshire Volunteer Centre continues to run throughout the pandemic, thanks to our wonderful team of volunteer drivers and administrators. We endeavour to offer more than a Taxi Service, providing a reliable and friendly scheme. Our volunteers go out of their way to help our clients feel comfortable, right from booking the journey, to the drive itself. We also have Covid secure precautions in place to help our clients and volunteers feel safe. The car scheme works by matching passengers with volunteer drivers who use their own cars to take them to hospital appointments, shopping and various destinations. Please note, that due to the pandemic medical journeys will be acted upon first. Passengers pay the drivers 40p a mile based on the driver’s mileage, to cover the driver’s expenses, plus a £1 booking fee to cover administration costs. Here is what a client said about a scheme: “The Car Scheme is brilliant, a life saver and I feel safer than travelling in ambulances or taxis. The drivers are wonderful” Mrs Geraldine Smith – St Neots We have volunteer centres based in St Neots ( 01480 476047) Huntingdon (01480 414766) St Ives and Ramsay (01480 301462) please phone to make a booking or for more information. We are currently looking for volunteer drivers, so if you’re patient, reliable, have a ‘full drivers license’ and want to make a difference in the community please contact us for a chat. www.huntsvc.org.uk

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Price List

Eyeliner £210/£250 Hair stroke brows £330 Combination brows £340 Powder brows £310 Ombré brows £310 Lip liner £280 Gloss & Go lips £350 Microblading £310 Prices include patch testing, initial consultation with colour match, brow mapping (where applicable) Treatment, and aftercare followed by a top up appointment 4-6 weeks later.

Health

What a Relief!

Options for aches and pains When you need pain relief fast, pharmacists can provide helpful advice on the best over-the-counter (OTC) remedies for you. “Choosing the right over-the-counter option depends on your individual needs and requires a closer look at your symptoms,” says Brian Deal, a community pharmacist. “You also need to take into account contraindication factors that could make a specific drug unsuitable for you, such as allergies, any other medical conditions and medication you’re already on.” Headaches - Analgesics such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and aspirin are good pain-relief options for headaches, says Zartasha Arshid, a locum community pharmacist. “Paracetamol is very effective in treating mild to moderate pain caused by headaches. If this fails to ease the pain, a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) such as ibuprofen can be taken. If the pain continues, you can safely take both types together, although it is better to stagger the doses.” How they work: paracetamol helps to block the nerves that transmit the pain impulse to the brain. NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and aspirin work by reducing the level of prostaglandins, hormone-like substances that irritate the nerve endings and cause the feeling of pain. Period pain - “NSAIDs such as ibuprofen are the best option, as they have the anti-inflammatory action that can often ease period pain,” Deal says. “This group of drugs works on reducing the production of prostaglandins and there is evidence to show that they help to reduce the heaviness of a period.” Arshid adds: “If pain persists, ibuprofen can be combined with paracetamol by staggering the doses.

Hyoscine can also be taken to ease cramps.” How they work: ibuprofen and paracetamol are effective against mild to moderate pain. NSAIDs also help to control the body’s temperature. Joint pain - “NSAIDs – for example, ibuprofen or diclofenac, available as a cream, spray or oral painkiller – are the best option for treating joint pain,” Arshid says. “Applying a topical preparation to the skin will help to increase blood flow and stimulate nerves in the affected joint.” How they work: NSAIDs can help to ease musculoskeletal pain and reduce inflammation in affected joints by speeding up the healing process. Stomach upsets - Options: “Simeticone is an OTC anti-flatulent that helps to relieve the symptoms associated with trapped wind,” Arshid says. “Loperamide can help to reduce the duration of diarrhoea. Antacids or alginates can help to relieve indigestion symptoms. H2 receptor antagonists such as ranitidine and proton-pump inhibitors such as omeprazole also help to ease indigestion discomfort by suppressing acid secretion in the stomach.” How they work: simeticone is an anti-foaming agent that enables trapped gas to be expelled more easily. It is not absorbed by the body and can be taken by infants and adults. Alginates form a ‘raft’ in the stomach to prevent acid reflux and heartburn. Seasonal aches and pains Sunburn: if you find your skin going pinker than planned, taking paracetamol or one of the NSAIDs can help to minimise any mild discomfort. If there are associated signs of heatstroke or burns, especially in babies and children, seek medical help. Insect bites: applying a topical antihistamine cream can relieve their redness and itchiness. For additional pain relief, paracetamol is the best option.

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House of Colour

Dressing your Shape and Style

• Hourglass figures look best when they show off their waist. Those curves look better in pieces that follow their waist and add in their natural curve. There is often a desire to hide shape by wearing straighter clothes that cover up but this doesn’t flatter curves. • Use fabrics that have some weight, ie that aren’t too flimsy and clingy but naturally drape across the figure are the most flattering. Know your style to understand the best fabrics that are going to work for your shape and look. • Wearing great colours that suit your complexion is flattering. The urban myth that black is slimming is only going to work on those for whom black is actually a good colour. On the wrong person it dominates and draws attention. Primary red suits us all… • If you suit classic, dramatic, sporty or natural clothing, then choose items to fill your capsule wardrobe along those lines. For example, tailoring continues to gain momentum offering the ultimate smart casual look particularly for classic and gamine style personalities. Natural style personalities should choose relaxed skirts with movement. Structured or asymmetric outfits can add edginess for the dramatics amongst us. • Professional bra fitting is a must. Clothes look much better when our underwear is giving us the right support, and is invisible. It is a worthwhile investment if you are in doubt. • Wear clothes that fit you – I know this sounds obvious but we can sometimes get it wrong. Check in with someone you trust or your stylist to understand if your clothes fit you properly. Baggy and poorly fitting clothes are never doing us a favour. It can be tempting to buy clothes is a different size for a ‘future you’. This only adds pressure to be something else and sits in your wardrobe reminding you. • When shopping always try on. Now that we can try clothes on again in shops take advantage of it. Try on a few things you wouldn’t always

pick up and try a few brands you haven’t to understand what might suit you. • Dressing for your shape is all in the details. We all suit different hemlines, necklines, trouser lengths, lapels and sleeves, not to mention of course colours, fabrics, structure, patterns and details. • Your best style is the one that looks right on you regardless of size. Knowing your proportions (not size!) means you can understand how to flatter your shape. Clothes are made in a standard metric while our bodies are all going to differ but the secret is to understand how they differ so we can understand which areas to emphasise. If you aren’t sure contact your nearest stylist for advice. 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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East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) is now 24/7 by air and by road, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year Thanks to incredible community support, EAAA is now able to provide the same level of service, day and night, by air and by road, to be there for more people in need. A long-term ambition of the charity’s, the five-anda-half-hour gap in the region where there has been no helicopter emergency medical service cover has now been closed; making EAAA the first air ambulance in the East of England to fly 24 hours day. This is the result of four years of careful planning, fundraising (to raise an extra million pounds a year to provide a 24/7 operation) and gradual steps towards providing round-the-clock care. The doctor and critical care paramedic teams became 24/7 by car in March 2020 and on 30 June this year EAAA started flying throughout the night for the very first time. Matthew Jones, the recently appointed CEO of EAAA, said: “This is something that we have been

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Intestacy – Why it may not work for you Although most people look to organise their affairs with a Will, some still believe that the rules of intestacy (where there is no Will) will be sufficient for their family in the event of their death. “It will all go to my partner, and if not then my children?” Even if this were the case, there are dozens of issues that may arise from not having a Will in place. Imagine you are married, but have no children. Both you and your spouse tragically die in an accident together. Depending upon how you and your spouse own your assets, those assets may pass automatically to your spouse’s estate, and their surviving family may inherit it all. Your family may lose out, and your wishes may not be effected. You may believe that your families “have an understanding,” and that if it did come to it, they would be amicable and share out your assets where needed. However, contested probates are reaching all-time highs, particularly with more complex family structures becoming commonplace. At Leeds Day we can give you advice on mitigating against the chance of issues arising in the event of your death. Provision for children can be the most problematic area where there is no valid Will. Maybe you have divorced the other parent of your minor children – in the event of your death your former spouse may then be responsible for holding your children’s inheritance until they

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Finance

Make the Switch

We’re increasingly comfortable with switching insurers or energy suppliers to get the best deal, yet many of us stick with the same bank for decades. Switching isn’t as tricky as it used to be and it can be well worth your time. Nearly all major banks are part of a programme called Current Account Switch Service, launched in 2013, that guarantees a simple switch. It works in a similar way to switching energy suppliers but is much smoother and quicker. To use it you simply open a new account, tell your new bank that you want to use the service, sign a couple of forms, and choose the date you want to switch. This must be at least seven days after you open the new account and can’t be a weekend or bank holiday. The new bank will switch over your regular payments, standing orders and direct debits automatically from that date. Any manual payments made to your old account are automatically ‘redirected’ to the new one for at least three years, and your new bank will tell the sender you’ve moved. The only thing you need to change manually is any continuous payment authorities for subscriptions where you’ve given a seller your card number, rather than your account number and sort codes. Credit cards aren’t affected by a bank account switch and any direct debit you have to pay the minimum or full amount each month will transfer over.

Glitches with the transfer are rare, but the Current Account Switch Guarantee means that your new bank will refund any charges or interest caused by problems with the switch. So why bother switching anyway? You could get higher interest rates on your balance, lower overdraft fees and interest, or better offers such as discounts on some purchases. Check whether it’s a ‘permanent’ rate or a time-limited introductory offer. Often the main reason to switch is a cash bonus, with some banks offering £100 or more. Check for any conditions though: you may have to pay in a certain amount to qualify. Amounts vary, but usually the idea is to make sure you’re using it as your main bank account. Remember that when you apply for an account, the bank will usually run a credit check. This is only likely to be a problem if you have a very poor credit history, and even then some banks will offer an account with a low overdraft or no overdraft at all. The credit check itself will appear on your record but this is only likely to raise eyebrows if you have a lot of checks in a short period. It may be safer to hold off switching accounts just before a big loan or mortgage application. One big myth is that you can’t switch accounts if you are in your overdraft. This isn’t the case, as the new bank can transfer over a negative balance when you switch, though it’ll need to be inside any limit on the new account.

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Water conservation and management in the garden Caroline Knight: Gardendesignideas.co.uk As you swivel the magic turnkey that releases a gushing stream of clean and sparkling water into your can, pause for a moment. Marvel at the luck of the draw that finds us living in a part of the world where water is available for us to use and to misuse. The water that you pour into summer hanging baskets and sprinkle liberally on your beds and borders was once excreted by huge reptiles. Your café latte contains dinosaur pee. Indeed, water on Planet Earth has been here for almost five billion years and the total amount is just about the same as ever. It represents the ultimate success story in terms of recycling. So, what’s the problem? Portability is the problem. Gardeners will be familiar with the weight of a big can of water – bringing in water where it’s needed isn’t always easy. And when crops fail in Africa, knowing there’s ample water in the world for everyone is no help. Climate change is causing a warmer atmosphere. We either have too much water or too little; Goldilocks would rarely judge things to be ‘just right’. What we all need to do is our bit, so what ‘bit’ is best in a garden, and how can gardeners help? • Creating space for water within a garden can be life-enhancing. Aim to slow rainfall down – allow some of it to be absorbed in vegetation, then catch and retain some more. Provide a pond that collects water run-off, then enjoy watching the biodiverse-rich habitats that develop. Surround your pond with plants that can cope with flooding and drought. They will help to absorb some of the

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Pets

Our New Summer Campaign The RSPCA are launching a new Summer campaign. Now that the tennis and football have finished, this is something that the whole country can get behind. #CancelOutCruelty Did you know, summer sees animal cruelty at its absolute worse? This year we are shining a light on cruelty and what we can all do to help stop it. So what is animal cruelty? Most of us can’t imagine how anyone could be cruel to animals. Here at the RSPCA, we believe that animals, from crustaceans to cows, are sentient beings with feeling and emotions. Animal cruelty is when someone causes harm to an animal, whether it’s intentional or not. Since cruelty is on the rise in the summer, we are calling on EVERYONE to take a stand. Last year, between June and August, we received 2,053 reports of cruelty to dogs. That’s almost one dog every hour beaten, neglected or deliberately harmed - often by the person meant to protect them. How can you help? 1) Join our campaign – many supermarkets including Aldi, Tesco, Morrison’s, Coop, Sainsbury’s and Lidl have all launched a line of RSPCA assured chicken in response to our campaign. M+S have recently announced that they will switch ALL of their fresh chicken to RSPCA assured. This means meeting the commitment next year – four years ahead of time. We are also campaigning to: • Raise awareness for the welfare needs of our nation’s pets and helping pet owners to ensure the welfare needs of their pets are being met.

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Wood Green: Pet owners’ first port of call Have you ever had difficulty with a pet? If so, you’re not alone. Each month, around 500 people contact Wood Green, The Animals Charity seeking guidance about their pet. The charity can help at every step of the way, with a range of services available: Access online advice and workshops - As a pet owner, you’ve probably turned to Google about their diet, health or behaviour. For trusted advice on all aspects of pet care, at any time of day, visit Wood Green’s website to browse informative articles, how-to videos and a regularly updated schedule of workshops. Speak to a behaviourist for free - Pets are individuals, which means training isn’t one-size-fits-all. The charity’s qualified behaviourists are available to provide free support that’s bespoke to you and your pet, with a proven and force-free approach. With more than 100 years’ combined experience in cat, dog and small pet welfare, the team have seen it all before and will never judge your situation. Get help covering the cost of pet care - Sometimes, the unexpected happens. If you’re faced with a veterinary bill you can’t afford or find yourself unable to access the basics for your pet, Wood Green can help by contributing towards veterinary care or supplying essentials like pet food and flea treatment*. Don’t wait to ask for help - If you are struggling or feel unable to continue caring for a pet, for any reason, the charity will work with you to discuss your options and find the right solution for your pet. Whatever you’re going through, talk to Wood Green first. Simply call the team on 0300 303 9333 or visit woodgreen.org.uk. * Subject to assessment.

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Parenting

Camping with kids

Top tips to making sleeping under the stars a whole lot more enjoyable…

By Kate Duggan Fly the flag - If, like me, you have the navigation skills of Nemo’s best friend Dory, you may find yourself getting lost occasionally. A telescopic flag pole and windsock is a useful marker, particularly if you’re planning to give the kids a bit more freedom. To wee or not to wee - No one enjoys a 3am trek to the loo, so a portable toilet is your friend. A potty is fine for younger children, but you’ll need something a bit more substantial for older kids (and adults). If you have room, a bucket style loo is ideal. Otherwise, try a collapsible toilet. We recently bought the Bivvy Loo, which folds down small, supports up to 23 stone and comes with biodegradable bags and powder to transform liquid to gel. Let there be light - You’ll need headtorches to find your way around after dark. A rechargeable camping lantern is also useful for evenings (and those 3am toilet breaks). And a string of solar fairy lights around your door will help you to identify your tent at night. (They also look rather pretty.) A decent night’s sleep - If you’re only planning to camp occasionally, air beds are usually fine. However, they do tend to deflate somewhat overnight and don’t exactly have the longest lifespan. While camping beds are more expensive, they can work out far better value in the long run. And you’re likely to get a much better night’s sleep. Dress for the occasion - Even the hottest British summer’s day can turn cool at night. Close-fitting PJs (or leggings and a T-shirt) will help to keep the warmth in.

Make sure you pack plenty of layers. You’ll appreciate a fleecy jumper when you’re huddled up sheltering from the rain. Speaking of rain, it can be difficult to get dry in a tent, so waterproofs are a good idea. Eat, drink and be merry - A camping stove is essential for anything longer than a weekend break, even if you’re planning to mainly barbecue or eat out. Stick to easy-to-cook meals, from breakfast fry-ups to fajitas. Don’t have an electric hook up? A cool box with ice blocks makes a useful fridge. You’ll need to refreeze the blocks each day, which you can usually do in the site shop. My kids love ‘camping cereal’ (aka mini variety packs). Pour the milk directly into the cereal bag. No bowl = less washing up. Ideally, start collecting condiment sachets a few weeks before your holiday, so you have plenty of ketchup, mayonnaise, vinegar etc. to see you through. And what camping trip would be complete without toasting marshmallows? Other essentials worth packing include: • Washing line – string it between your tent and a tree to dry swimming costumes on • Baby wipes – handy no matter how old the kids are • Dustpan and brush • Doormat • First aid kit • Extra-thick thermal socks (Heat Holders are ideal) • Gaffer tape for tackling leaks • Travel games, a ball and a frisbee

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Motoring

This is the history of the Land Rover Discovery

The Discovery has been a popular and core part of Land Rover’s line-up for decades, incorporating premium touches and a comfortable interior while retaining off-road prowess. Let’s take a look at the history of the Land Rover Discovery. 1989: The Discovery arrives SUVs started gaining in popularity in the late ‘80s, and although Land Rover had offerings in this segment with both the Defender and Range Rover, the firm didn’t have an option between them. To address this, Land Rover introduced the Discovery at the 1989 Paris Motor Show, and it was offered as a three- or five-door model. It was facelifted in 1994, and a stripped-back Commercial version was also launched. 1998: The three-door version gets dropped After almost a decade, the second-generation Discovery arrived looking more like a mid-life refresh. However, with a comprehensively new chassis and a five-door-only layout, it was substantially changed. This new model was more practical, with a more spacious interior. Again, Land Rover introduced a facelifted version later on in 2002. 2004: A whole new look Despite still being square and boxy, the look of the Discovery 3 was a more radical departure from earlier models, and every single component was new. Incorporating a wheelbase that ran close to three metres long, it offered plenty of space for seven people yet was packed with high-end features. Land Rover also fitted it with its most advanced terrain response system to date, which meant that the Discovery was no less capable off-road.

2009: Slicker than ever The fourth Discovery arrived in 2009 but was more of a facelifted ‘3’. The looks remained largely unchanged, though the headlights were more a modern design while the grille was more complex – subtle updates that ensured the Discovery continued to look fresh. Land Rover made some big changes to the Discovery’s powertrains, while a range of special editions was launched, such as the XXV, released to celebrate the car’s 25th anniversary. 2014: Discovery becomes a sub-brand The start of the 2010s represented a turning point for SUVs. Gaining in popularity, off-roaders and four-wheel-drive were being snapped up quickly, with many manufacturers producing high-riding options. Land Rover decided to scrap its Freelander, replacing it with the Discovery Sport – a more compact 4x4 that used the Discovery name to capture some of the premium appeal of the larger model. 2016: The fifth generation arrives Land Rover revealed its striking fifth-generation Discovery at the 2016 Paris Motor Show, unveiling a car that was substantially different to the car it replaced. Sales kicked off from the start of 2017. The interior made another shift upmarket, while the latest range of Ingenium engines provided more than enough performance. The level of technology on offer was considerably improved, yet the Discovery’s off-road abilities were retained, thanks to even more complex terrain assistance systems. Today, the 2021 Discovery update has brought electrified powertrains to the seven-seater, in the form of mild-hybrid petrols and diesels.

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Time of Year

Recalibrate Your Life

What will your new normal look like?

Be honest, before the pandemic did you ever think, ‘Wouldn’t it be great to start over? If I had a fresh start I’d do things so differently.’? As we exit the 18-month period during which life’s ordinary patterns paused, it’s a good time to ask, before a more ‘normal’ life kicks back in, what would I like ‘normal’ to look like for me? My friends and I often talk about pre-pandemic life in a pretty sentimental way. We speak in general terms: we miss visiting family, hanging out, travelling. More recently I’ve been trying to work out what specifically my friends and I don’t miss: toxic friendships, endless commutes, arrogant bosses, rude customers, and irritating co-workers came top. Pre-pandemic life how often did you hang out with that friend who makes you feel bad about yourself? How often did you avoid conflict at work, even when you knew your boss or co-worker was being unreasonable? How often did you feel ‘guilted’ into attending a family dinner? It’s a human trait to avoid rocking the boat...then COVID came along and rudely capsized everyone’s boats! I’m not making light of the past year. I lost my grandfather to COVID. It was a truly awful time, and no-one ever wants to return to the huge death counts of last summer. But most of us have been looking forward to a relaxation of the restrictions on our lives while at the same time secretly dreading a few things about ‘the return to normal’. So how can we make some permanent positive changes. Write these two specific questions down and underneath, write your answers.

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What did I dislike from my life before the pandemic and haven’t missed? What do I like from the pandemic times that I will miss when normality fully returns? Be particularly honest about the first question. Be specific about toxic friendships, and unproductive habits and behaviours. Make a list of things to leave in the pre-pandemic era Some things you may feel you can’t change, like a commute, a job, or a friendship/relationship. But if you examine them closely you might find you have more control than you think. If the pandemic has been a welcome break from any of the answers you wrote, ask yourself whether you could make that break permanent. What would it take? Make a list of what you want to keep Did you find you liked spending more time at home and discovered a love of gardening or reading? Did you take up running, cooking, painting, or singing? Think about how about how you might be able to re-engineer your life to include fewer business trips, fewer meetings, and more time for your hobbies. I’m not suggesting that you abandon your family and run off to a retreat in the Outer Hebrides or resign from your job and announce you’re a writer, with no thought for how you’ll support yourself. This is an exercise in recalibrating and making a few adjustments to your course through life. 2020 and 2021 have been unrelentingly grim, but human beings are amazingly resilient and most of us have experienced glimpses of ‘happy’ here and there. The trick going forward will be to scrape of the grim while holding on tight to the happy.

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Food & Drink

Guinea fowl stuffed with curry leaf butter

with corn and coconut puree and chilli popcorn Serves 4

• Stuffing the breast: Using your finger, create an air pocket between the skin of the fowl and the breast meat. Evenly pipe about 2 tablespoons worth of butter inside the cavity and place in it the fridge to set for 1 hour. • Season the supremes and heat a little oil in a pan. Cook them skin side down for 2-3 minutes, to get a golden skin. Flip them over and pop them in an oven at 180C/ Gas Mark 4 to finish them off for 6-8 minutes. You want them to feel moist and slightly bouncy, not rock hard.

One of the things I love most about the cooking I’ve done on the radio is the colorful character of my guests. To put it bluntly, you don’t get to be a top chef by being a shrinking violet. You need charisma, creativity, passion – and eyes wide open to the world around you. Cat Ashton fits this bill. She is originally from Australia and has travelled extensively honing her craft at Michelin starred restaurants. She is also a brilliant character and her vibrant and comforting food reflects her personality and this fancy looking – but easy to execute – dinner party dish is her creation. You’ll need: 4 large Guinea fowl or chicken supremes (skin on) Curry leaf butter 250g butter, softened 1 clove garlic, finely grated 1 tablespoon fried curry leaves ½ teaspoon curry powder 1 teaspoon sea salt • Place all the butter ingredients into a food processor. Whip until light and fluffy (note: this recipe makes much more than needed but can last in the fridge for a few weeks and be used for all sorts of dishes).

Corn and coconut puree 1 shallot, diced 1 clove garlic, chopped 25ml olive oil 250g corn kernels (tinned or fresh) 200ml coconut milk • Heat the oil in a pan and sweat off the shallots for 2 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and a pinch of salt and continue to cook for a further minute. • Add the corn and mix well. Fry for 2 minutes and add the coconut milk. Simmer for 10-15 minutes until softened. Puree in a blender until smooth. Serve warm Popcorn 50g corn kernels 10ml rapeseed oil Salt Garlic powder Chilli powder • Cook the popcorn as per the packet instructions. Then dust with salt, garlic powder and chilli powder to your desired spice level. To serve; Serve the puree on the plate, topped with the guinea fowl and finish off with the popcorn around the plate. This goes particularly well with spiralised raw yellow courgette, served just between the meat and the puree. Add a few final corn kernels on the plate for decoration.

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Keeps the doldrums away During a busy working week do you manage to carve out any time just for you? Or maybe you’re recently retired after a busy working life and finding it difficult to fill those empty hours. It’s time to invoke the power of the hobby. My dictionary defines ‘hobby’ as ‘an activity or interest pursued for leisure or relaxation and not as a main occupation.’ There have been many scientific studies over the years which show that people who participate regularly in hobbies live longer, healthier lives. This beneficial effect seems to be independent of other factors such as general health or how wealthy you are. In psychology-speak, hobbies are, a modern expression of suppressed primordial instincts! What this means is that we are essentially pack animals and that we like to belong to a group or a tribe, even those of us who consider ourselves loners. Think about it for a second. Many hobbies do involve belonging to a specific social group or club, with rules and structure: golf, football, train spotters etc. Even anti-social people often spend hours gaming on their pc with other gamers or blogging to other like-minded folk. However, there’s more to a hobby than belonging. Hobbies allow us to tap into two qualities which are fundamentally human. The first is our capacity for imagination. Whether we’re creating something

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beautiful, like a quilt, or painting, or designing a new layout for our train set, or planning a route for a hill-walking weekend, it’s our imagination which is key to the final outcome. The second quality is our need to drive forward or push boundaries. Whatever our hobby, we’re always striving for improvement: can we obtain that particularly rare stamp; can we climb a higher mountain; can we take a better photograph? While we’re using our imaginations or pushing ourselves that bit further, our hobby acts as a release valve for the stresses of modern life. It’s difficult to worry about your boss or the household bills while you knit, play guitar or swim. So where do you start when choosing a hobby? There is an old saying that everyone ought to have three hobbies: an intellectual one; a physical one and a spiritual one. Modern life doesn’t leave much time for three hobbies but it’s still a good starting point and some hobbies can combine two or even all three of those desirable attributes. Bird watching, for instance combines intellectual and physical, as you’ll learn about birds and get out and about to find them. Yoga combines physical and spiritual attributes. Get creative: make a list of things which interest you and design your hobby to fit your lifestyle. You never know what you might achieve.

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The best tech for healthy living From fitness to fat monitoring, smart trackers and smart tape Health technology is big business: we all want to live healthier, happier lives, and gadgets range from the relatively simple, such as smart scales, to all-singing devices such as the Apple Watch with its built-in heart rate monitor, blood oxygen monitoring and fitness tracking – tracking that can include dancing as well as more traditional forms of workout. There’s a wide range of stand-alone health devices too, such as Omron’s blood pressure monitor, and a whole host of infrared thermometers that give you instant results. You don’t need to be an athlete in training to benefit from a fitness tracker: a dedicated tracker such as a Fitbit is a great way to motivate yourself to walk more, and the kid-focused Fitbit Ace 3 has our young ones charging around the garden trying to beat each others’ step counts. More advanced models for the grown-ups, such as the gorgeous Fitbit Luxe, include a wide range of healthtracking features including sleep tracking, menstrual cycle tracking, GPS route recording and blood oxygen saturation monitoring. Smart scales can be a useful way to monitor your progress, because weight alone is a terrible indicator: if you start working out you’ll often find you put on weight because muscle is heavier than fat. Eufy’s Smart Scale C1 connects to your phone and to fitness apps, enabling you to measure and track your body composition over time – and with support for sixteen different users you can use it for the entire family. And you can team it up with a smart measuring tape such as Bagel Labs’ Pie, which you can use to measure and track the size of biceps, bust, calves, hips, thighs, waist and shoulders. It’s not cheap – it’s around £70 – but it’s clever and there are similar, cheaper alternatives that do much the same thing. As with smart scales, smart tapes connect via Bluetooth to an app on your phone, so you can track changes over time as you become more buff.

Anker Eufy Smart Scale C1 Eufy comes from electronics giant Anker and the C1 is a typically wellmade product that does exactly what you’d expect and does it really well. It’s great for tracking body composition. £29, shop.bt.com

Apple Watch Series 6 The Apple Watch has evolved into an elegant, powerful and very useful health tracking device thanks to its mix of sensors and a world of health-related apps. It looks great too. £379, apple.com

Fitbit Luxe Not all Fitbits are plasticky: the Luxe is gorgeous and looks great with a formal outfit as well as when you’re in activewear. It’s a superb fitness tracker. £169, fitbit.com

Pie Smart Tape The Pie is no ordinary tape. It’s a Bluetooth tape with an app designed to track changes in specific bits of your body, such as your biceps or your thighs. £70, amazon.co.uk

Omron H4 Blood Pressure Monitor If you need to monitor your blood pressure at home, Omron’s products are affordable, easy to use and deliver accurate results very quickly. £66, currys.co.uk

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It is about changing our mindset and planning ahead There are many areas of our life where we produce waste and don’t even think about it. From using disposable wipes rather than a flannel to using a disposable cup rather than a reusable. One of the #HuntsWasteBusters explores this in a bit more detail. "Pick up a drink on your way past" Why do we need to do this? It is probably becoming the "norm" as we find ourselves outside going for a walk in this pandemic. We may still need to queue and possibly identify with that person next to you who just needs a coffee ‘right now!’ We continually find people walking around holding a cup of coffee - its like a comforter, especially in these colder months. There is also an element of needing to "treat ourselves" with this thing we do when we go outside to play. But the disposable cup, like many disposable items, are just due to ‘convenience’. But when you are planning to go for a long walk, why not plan to have a hot drink treat and take the reusable cup with you? Coffee cups are the second biggest contributor to

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The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook 45 delicious recipes from our family to yours

The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook was created by Rob and Pam Marsden, who established their Cambridgeshire-based company OliveOlive to supply the UK with authentic, delicious olive oil from Pam’s family in Cyprus. They soon expanded the product range to include traditional, handmade halloumi cheese made by friends on the island and gave it the brand name Cyprus Village. Both the cheese and the olive oil are featured in all the recipes throughout this book, showcasing how to make the most of these delicious Mediterranean flavours in everyday cooking. Three chapters divide the recipes into Starters, Sides & Salads; Main Meals; and Sweet & Savoury Treats. These include traditional Greek and Cypriot food such as Kleftiko, Katimeria, Ravioles and Eliopittes, alongside family favourites like Banana Bread, Black Olive Tapenade, Souvlaki and Mediterranean Pasta Bake. There is also a selection of recipes contributed by chefs who use OliveOlive products in their restaurants: Greek Style Roast Fish from Bedford Lodge Hotel and Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio with Olive Ice Cream from Maison Bleue are just some of these highlights. Most of the recipes come from Pam, her family, and their friends, so this really is a cookbook for everyone. The vast majority of the recipes are easy to follow, with a few to challenge the more ambitious cooks, and can be whipped up in your home kitchen with minimal equipment. The family-friendly food is rustic and full of flavour, with simple steps to delicious dishes. The book also provides readers with a unique insight into the processes that turn raw ingredients - from goats’ milk to fresh olives - into OliveOlive’s products. Rob and Pam’s customers are always interested in the authenticity of their halloumi and olive oil, as well as how to cook with them, so this book is ideal for longstanding fans of the small family-run company, as well as those yet to discover the delights of proper olive oil and halloumi cheese. The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook is a 128 page square format hardback and retails at £12. It will be available to purchase from Amazon, bookshops including Waterstones and online from www.mezepublishing.co.uk

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The OliveOlive Mediterranean Cookbook

A Hobby a Day Keeps the Doldrums Away

Villager Prize Crossword

Recalibrate your Life

Nick Coffer's Weekend Recipe

Discover the History of the Land Rover Discovery

Camping with Kids

Wood Green: Pet Owners' First Port of Call

Intestacy - Why it may not work for you

RSPCA - New Summer Campaign

Make the Switch

EAAA is now 24/7

Liquid Gold

Techy Tips to Make Life Easier

Community Car Scheme

Wines from Germany: Kloster Eberbach