ISSUE 04 • MARCH 2017
Lifestyle Magazine for Ipswich Residents, Businesses and Visitors
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WATERFRONT Life
WOW! 44 Pages. Oh hi…….sorry, I got a bit carried away there! Welcome back to Waterfront Life. You are reading Issue 4 of the magazine and we are stunned at the success. Issue 1, waaaay back in December, was 24 pages and very well received by everybody that we talked to and the many 100’s who contacted us. This issue is now 44-pages strong and the Waterfront Life brand now incorporates Student Life and our newest sub-brand ‘The Saints’ (more about those later in the magazine…). We are also working with our commercial partners on many other initiatives, so 2017 is set to be a fantastic year for everyone connected with the thriving Ipswich Waterfront. Best wishes. Richard Stewart Editor
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COVER COMPETION Attention Photographers ..................................................................3 WATERFRONT DEVELOPMENTS Our Port .....................................................................5 STUDENT LIFE Our Second Issue ...................................................................................13-22 THE SAINTS Introducing Our Boutique Magazine ................................................. 23-30 WATERFRONT LEGAL Buying Property Abroad...............................................................31 MYSTERY SHOP REPORT The Eaterie @ The Salthouse ................................32-33 BEHIND THE SCENES The Salthouse Harbour Hotel .........................................34-35 WATERFRONT COUNSEL Ipswich Councillor – Liz Harsant joins our team .....39 WATERFRONT MARITIME Ipswich Maritime Trust .....................................................41 WATERFRONT COMPETITION TravelQuest Readers Competition .......................42
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BEHIND THE CAMERA? Attention all keen photographers We are running a monthly competition to find the following month’s magazine cover for all 3 of our brands. Please take note of the current brand mood for each. Entries to be emailed only to media@waterfrontlife.co ISSUE 02 • JANUARY 2017
Lifestyle Magazine for Ipswich Residents, Businesses and Visitors
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TERMS Amateur photographers only. One entry per person, per month. Original photo only - no filters. Portrait orientation only. Entries to be submitted as high-res Jpeg. Please note clear space required at the top of the photo for magazine title. The Editor’s decision is final. Please refer to our website for full guidelines.
WATERFRONT Residential
Nicholas Estates PROPERTY of the MONTH Nicholas Estates are delighted to offer for sale this beautifully presented two bedroom ninth floor apartment. Situated on the vibrant Ipswich Waterfront overlooking the marina, this stunning apartment offers spacious accommodation that is a truly rare find for the area. Comprising of an entrance hall, two excellently proportioned double bedrooms all with fitted wardrobes (the master suite additionally offering ensuite shower room), family bathroom, fitted kitchen with integrated appliances and a light open plan lounge/diner with marina facing floor to ceiling sliding doors leading out onto a water front view, which can also be seen from both bedrooms. There is secure underground parking from which access to the apartment can be gained. This fantastically appointed apartment is deserving of the earliest of viewings.
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£300,000
CAPSTAN HOUSE, 51 PATTESON ROAD 2 BEDROOMS
For details and to arrange a viewing, or for more information on Ipswich, Felixstowe and surrounding villages property market, please call us on 01473 215743 or visit www.nicholasestates.co.uk
WATERFRONT Port
ABP
WRITTEN BY STEVEN JOHNSON
Associated British Ports (ABP) is the UK’s leading ports operator with 21 ports and boasts the UK’s leading export port for agricultural products at Ipswich. In the first of our regular guest writing spots, ABP explains the details behind the latest clean-up operation on the wet dock. ‘Tidy Friday’ is a new initiative which is being rolled out around ABP’s ports which looks at working with the community to keep our ports and the surrounding areas tidy. In Ipswich, team members from the Port and the Ipswich Haven Marina recently joined forces with the local community, to get their hands dirty and clean up the waterfront area.
This time, the Port and Marina staff worked with Ipswich Central Business Improvement District (BID) and local businesses, to clean up the area. This included a litter pick, cleaning up of public areas and a thorough water-based exercise cleaning debris and litter from the Wet Dock. “The Ipswich Waterfront Tidy Up afternoon was a great success” explained our Divisional Port Manager Paul Ager. “Not only were we able make a real difference in and around the waterfront area, but it gave ABP the opportunity to team up with our neighbours and local Councillor Mandy Gaylard, to work on an important local project. ABP employs 120 colleagues at the Port and the Marina, so we recognise that we need to do our part in keeping the waterfront area clean and tidy for all to use.” ABP’s East Anglia ports handle around 3 million tonnes of cargo every year and handle over 2 million tonnes of agribulks and 170,000 tonnes of timber annually. Additionally, ABP contributes £5.6 billion to the UK economy every year and supports a total of 84,000 jobs. Our current investment programme promises to deliver an extra £1.75 billion for the economy every year.
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As we’re celebrating our 2 year anniversary on the Waterfront we’ve got some fantastic deals this March.
Free weights area. State-of-the-art watt bikes Private studio for classes Les Mills virtual classes Experienced personal trainers
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Anytime Fitness is part of a global franchise and is one of 3500 gyms across the world, 200 of which are based in the UK. Anytime Fitness on Ipswich Waterfront is the first one in Suffolk with four nearby in Colchester, Chelmsford and Clacton. One of the great things about joining Anytime Fitness is your instant membership to ALL other clubs around the world which you can enter any time of day or night using your security fob. As well as offering 24-hour access, Anytime Fitness prides itself on its low maximum member capacity ensuring you can always use the equipment with next to no waiting time. Also, as a smaller community gym we have the capability to offer hands on advice and guidance, full support to help you reach your fitness goals and a brilliant social atmosphere with events outside of the gym so you get the chance to meet wonderful, like-minded people. 01473 760 707 • ipswich@anytimefitness.co.uk • www.anytimefitness.co.uk
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WHAT’S ON IN
March 17
STEAMBOAT TAVERN CULT CAFE FIRST THURSDAY EACH & EVERY MONTH
MARCH 24
20:00 Suffolk songwriters
10:00 ROSIE EADE
LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH
20:00 Folk session with Pete & guest FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
16:00 Wax on the Waterfront SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
14:00 Jazz - The Gipping Valley Stompers LAST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH
14:00 Jazz - La Fontaine Ensemble
THE REGENT MIKE & THE MECHANICS
9 Mar PAUL CARRACK IN CONCERT
11 Mar MENOPAUSE – THE MUSICAL
14 Mar PHIL COLLINS
18 Mar DIRTY DANCING
20 & 24 Mar BOOTLEG BEATLES
1 Apr GANGSTA GRANNY
5 Apr
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ISAACS SUNDAY MARCH 12
15.00 Chilled Out Duo – Vocal & Piano Duo from the UK. We cover all genres from the past 7 decades. FRIDAY MARCH 17
15.00 The Notorious Shamrock Brothers – Guest Appearance by flutist Adrian Shave, Blarney Rovers SUNDAY MARCH 19
15.00 Murphys Lore SUNDAY MARCH 26
15.00 Fat and Furious – Fast hard hitting rockabilly blues band
OPEN BOAT WEEKEND SATURDAY 1ST & SUNDAY 2ND APRIL
11:00AM - 6:00PM Ipswich Waterfront (Sat Nav = IP4 1BY)
These spring performances bring cultural diversity to Ipswich, with influences from Africa, Korea and places along the Silk Trade route.
TAVAZIVA DANCE AFRICARMEN
Friday 31 March | 7.30pm
JOSÉ AGUDO SILK ROAD
Friday 28 April | 7.30pm
JAMES COUSINS COMPANY ROSALIND Friday 5 May | 7.30pm
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Image from Rosalind, by David Foulkes
BE THE FIRST TO EXPLORE OUR EXCITING NEW SPACE
MARSHALL JAGUAR Our impressive new showroom space designed for you at Ipswich is now open. The new space provides a fitting showcase for our vehicle line-up, as well as state-of-the-art facilities for used car displays and aftersales. It’s been an exciting journey creating this new space for you, and we are looking forward to sharing all of the benefits with you. We look forward to seeing you soon and please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you would like to find out more. Marshall Jaguar Ipswich 1 Crane Boulevard, Futura Park, Ipswich IP3 9QL 01473 215 900 www.marshall.co.uk/jaguar
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THE ART OF PERFORMANCE
Modern, light and spacious interior Sumptuous lounge areas designed using hand crafted materials throughout, with daily newspapers and magazines hand selected for you Bespoke designed lighting and ambient music to create a perfect environment for you to experience our cars Fully staffed barista bar serving refreshing drinks and delicious cakes
COMPROMISE. NOT REALLY OUR STYLE.
Finally, your head wants what your heart wants. The Jaguar XE R-Sport now comes with 0% APR on Jaguar Privilege PCP finance and 50% off selected features including: Metallic Paint, Privacy Glass, Rear View Camera and Cold Climate Pack with Heated Windscreen and Heated Steering Wheel, saving you £992.50. For a limited time only, the Jaguar XE R-Sport is as desirable as it is affordable.
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To book a test drive contact us on 01473 215 900 or visit www.marshall.co.uk/jaguar Marshall Jaguar is a trading style of Marshall Motor Group Ltd who is acting as a credit broker and not a lender.
THE ART OF PERFORMANCE
Fuel consumption for the XE R-Sport in mpg (l/100km): Urban 27.7-64.2 (10.2-4.4); Extra Urban 47.1-83.1 (6.0-3.4); Combined 37.7-75.0 (7.5-3.8). CO2 Emissions 198-99 g/km. Official EU Test Figures. For comparison purposes only. Real world figures may differ. *Important information. Vehicle shown: Jaguar XE 2.0d R-Sport 180ps Auto RWD in Italian Racing Red with Jet trim and optional 19” Star twin 5 spoke wheels and privacy glass. 0% APR available on new Jaguar XE Saloon models (excluding the Jaguar XE SE and 2.0 Petrol R-Sport and Prestige range and all 200PS Petrol and Diesel derivatives) registered between 1st January 2017 – 31st March 2017 at participating Retailers only. 50% off selected features only available on selected XE R-Sport specifications. With Jaguar Privilege Personal Contract Purchase you have the option at the end of the agreement to: (1) return the vehicle and not pay the optional Final Payment. If the vehicle has exceeded the maximum agreed mileage a charge per excess mile will apply. In this example, 14p per mile for any excess mileage up to 4,999 miles and 28p per mile for any excess mileage exceeding 4,999 miles. If the vehicle is in good condition (fair wear and tear excepted) and has not exceeded the maximum agreed mileage you will have nothing further to pay; (2) pay the optional Final Payment to own the vehicle or (3) part exchange the vehicle subject to settlement of your existing credit agreement; new credit agreements are subject mileage 10,000 11 • to status. Based upon an•annual WAT ER FofRO NTmiles. LIFCredit E is subject to status and only available to UK residents, 18 plus only. This credit offer is only available through Black Horse Limited trading as Jaguar Financial Services, St William House, Tresillian Terrace, Cardiff CF10 5BH. We can introduce you to Jaguar Financial Services and a limited number of other lenders to provide funding for your vehicle. We may receive commission or other benefits for introducing you to such lenders. Terms and conditions apply.
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Open Boat Weekend Sailing Barge Victor, Allen Gardiner River Cruise Restaurant and Orwell Lady You are cordially invited to come on board and look around the only three resident Ipswich river cruise boats on Saturday 1st April or Sunday 2nd April between 11 and 6. This is a free event. Meet the crews, discover the fascinating history of each boat and hear about the different cruises. Light refreshments will be available. Enter a free prize draw to win: • Brunch cruise for 4 on board the Allen Gardiner River Cruise Restaurant • Sunday buffet lunch cruise for 2 on Orwell Lady • Supper Cruise for 2 on the Sailing Barge Victor Winners will be drawn at 4pm on Sunday.
1st & 2n d April Ipswich Waterfront, in front of the Old Custom House IP4 1BY Saturday 1st April and Sunday 2nd April
Allen Gardiner River Cruise Restaurant 07831 698 298 info@rivercruiserestaurants.co.uk
Orwell Lady 07773 369 970 info@orwellrivercruises.co.uk
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STUDENT Life ISSUE 02 • MARCH 2017
Lifestyle Magazine for the Students of Ipswich
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Welcome back to Student Life.
When I first approached the University of Suffolk in October last year, I could not have imagined how much support we would have been shown in setting up this subbrand of Waterfront Life. I have subsequently learned so much about the Uni, its Students’ Union, its students themselves and where it fits in to life on the Waterfront. Over the coming months, we will be featuring articles written by the students and covering topics such as FINANCE, PHYSICAL, MENTAL & SEXUAL HEALTH, TECH, FASHION, BEAUTY & TRAVEL. We also welcome your feedback as to additional topics that you would like to see tackled. Best wishes. Richard Stewart Editor
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STUDENT LIFE The Partnership .................................................................................................... 15 WATERFRONT TRAVEL Poppy’s American Adventure ..............................................16-17 BUCKING THE TREND University Applications ...................................................................18 UNIVERSITY LIFE Quiet Please ....................................................................................................19 MY LIFE Is The Worry Worse Than The Reality? ...............................................................20-21 JOB BOARD Waterfront Life Vacancies .......................................................................................22
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STUDENT LIFE
The Partnership
With the relationship now firmly established, our editorial deputy Steve Johnson, explains the process behind the blossoming partnership between Waterfront Life and the University of Suffolk.
As any Editor will explain…requesting, producing & editing articles of interest to the publication’s readership & demographic is a very challenging role and whether that be for a national newspaper or a regional lifestyle brand, the challenge is the same. It is all about reader engagement. So, when the team at Waterfront Life sat down and discussed the immediate success that befell the brand, we knew that, not only had we found a gap in the proverbial market, but that we had a duty to establish that brand firmly and by adhering to the principles that had served us so well to that date. If we were truly to make a difference to - and improve - the communication between residents, commerce, the local authorities and other strategic neighbours, then we had to move swiftly in the right circles.
still seemed ‘off limits’ to anyone other than its student population and this didn’t seem right. Did the Uni know this thought pattern of the residents? In any event, did the Uni want to do anything about it? Thankfully and fairly obviously, the answers were “no” and “yes”! ….and so began the networking. Following meetings and emails, emails and meetings, the development of Student Life began. We weren’t about to reinvent the wheel, we were about to further our cause of ‘reader engagement’. We broke down our thoughts in to 6 categories; Beauty, Fashion, Finance, Health, Tech & Travel and over the coming months, we will grow these areas in print & digitally in to strongholds, where students and other readers alike can access help, advice…..tips & tricks and communicate directly with our expert partners.
The University was an entity that had grown up alongside the developing Waterfront, but
Over the page, you will have your first introduction to our Travel Partner – Travel Quest, part of the Fred Olsen brand and introductions to our other expert partners including, Hughes (TECH) & Fashion Candy (FASHION) will follow in upcoming magazines and online.
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POPPY’S TRAVEL TIPS Check in online, get yourself a document wallet and don’t stress; you are going on holiday and there will be shops if you forget something!
WRITTEN BY POPPY BROWN
Student Life is delighted to announce its newest partnership. TravelQuest has been trading for over 25 years in Woodbridge and opened its shop in The Saints in Ipswich, in September last year. TravelQuest has eagerly joined the Waterfront Life brand as its expert Travel Partner. You can expect tips, tricks and far reaching advice on all things travel related in coming editions, both in print & online. In this first introduction to our latest experts, TravelQuest’s travel advisor Poppy Brown is in the hot-seat…. I began working in the travel industry in October 2016, after spending 2 years living in New York as an au pair. During those 2 years, I was lucky enough to travel the East and West Coasts of America; seeing
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sights such as the Grand Canyon, The White House and Hollywood Boulevard. Before moving to New York, I spent holidays with my family around Europe, travelled to Africa with my University whilst studying for my degree in Geography and worked in Madrid for a summer. I have always had a passion for travelling and that’s what motivated me to pursue a career in the industry.
MY WHISTLE-STOP GUIDE…
New York - pretty much explored the whole city as I spent most weekends there over the 2 years. Saw the Thanksgiving balloons and went ice skating in Bryant Park at Christmas. Saw Broadway shows, saw the Rockettes Christmas spectacular and saw a Mets baseball game. I went to Brooklyn and Coney Island, went to art museums & the history museum. I did all these things with friends I met whilst working as an au pair. I visited Washington DC, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Boston on the east coast. In Washington I saw the White House, the
Washington monument and the Martin Luther King exhibit. In Philadelphia I saw the Liberty Bell and as I went there over Thanksgiving, there was a lot going on. In Boston, I went to Harvard University and the marina. Then when I went to the West Coast, I met a friend from England. We stayed in Venice Beach for 7 nights and just explored. We hired bikes and cycled to Santa Monica, we went to universal studios and went on a tour of Hollywood. Then we joined a Trek America tour – there were 14 of us in total. We went to the Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Yosemite National Park and San Francisco. The good thing about the tour is that you get to meet people and not worry about how to get from A to B, as you have a tour guide/driver. My friend and I stayed on in San Francisco for a couple more days to do some more exploring. We cycled over the Golden Gate Bridge and got a ferry back, so we could see Alcatraz. Then we flew back to NY and stayed in Brooklyn for a few days, so I could show my friend NY - she had never been before. Before I even set foot in America, I did a summer in Madrid with a friend. We both worked whilst we were out there, but we also managed some travelling around the city. As we lived in the suburbs we had to take public transportation into the centre. We also went hiking in the mountains. This was different to the NY travel experience, as we
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encountered a completely different culture and where we stayed, no one really spoke English! My role at TravelQuest is perfect for me as I get to arrange travel for other people to see the world and I also get plenty of opportunities to travel myself.
Poppy is one of a very knowledgeable team of advisors and can be reached on FREEPHONE 0800 021 3237 or on Ipswich (01473) 357018. TravelQuest is situated at 27-29 St. Nicholas Street, Ipswich IP1 1TW and can be reached via email at studentlife@travelquest.co.uk
BUCKING the trend Our Uni has said that it is ‘bucking the national trend’ after the number of would-be students applying to all UK universities dropped. A total of 564,190 people had applied to UK universities and colleges by January 15 – the main deadline for submitting applications. This is a fall of 5% (29,530 students) compared to the same point in 2016. A spokesperson for the Uni said that applications for its September intake were “up compared to others”. Karen Hinton, Head of Student Recruitment & Market Development, added: “Unlike other universities, we haven’t experienced the ‘Brexit effect’ as our numbers of EU students are continuing to grow and have been year-on-year.” She reported a “slight decline” in nursing applications due to bursary changes, but added: “As we only have a certain number of places on our health courses, we’re confident we will fill them.”
WHAT’S ON FIFTY YEARS OF HURT?….WEMBLEY 1966 AND HOW WE REMEMBER IT Professor Dilwyn Porter. 16 March – 6pm to 8pm. Waterfront Building, Ipswich THE PEERS VERSUS THE PRAIRIES… FREE TRADE AND THE GREAT ESTATES IN VICTORIAN SUFFOLK Dr Edward Bujak. 23 March – 6pm to 8pm. Waterfront Building, Ipswich SUFFOLK ADULT LEARNERS’ AWARDS 2017 OPENS FOR NOMINATIONS Suffolk groups, individuals and learning & training providers are being urged to nominate candidates for the 7th annual, Suffolk Adult Learners’ Awards 2017. There are a total of 9 awards for which people can be nominated, including Inspirational Learner of the Year, Learning Project of the Year, Tutor of the Year & Volunteer of the Year. This year’s ceremony will be held at the Uni on June 22 and nomination forms can be downloaded from www.uos.ac.uk/AdultLearners2017 and must be received by 5pm on 20 April 2017. 18 • MA R CH 2017 • WAT ERF RO NT LIF E
STUDENT Life
QUIET
Please WRITTEN BY REBECCA WRIGHT
Rebecca is 21 years old and has been studying at the University of Suffolk for nearly 3 years. Rebecca decided to get involved with Student Life to help people have a better understanding of Uni life and to enjoy her newly discovered passion for writing. So…finding the best place to study can be hard, right? Well it doesn’t have to be at all! There are many factors to consider when choosing the right place for you. What is right for one individual may not necessarily be right for another. As a third-year student, I feel like I have tried many places to study with so many pieces of advice from others, but the best piece of advice I can give is find what’s right for you!
In Ipswich, there are quite a few places that are good to study, I find personally switching places every few hours or so gives me a chance to have a break and come back with a fresh head. Small coffee shops along the Waterfront can be nice places to study; with good views and the hustle and bustle of everyday life and the bonus of coffee! If you are an evening student and revising at night is your thing, then the Waterfront building is open for UOS students 24hrs a day! With your headphones in, being at the University building may just help find those extra words or added hours of revision time that may not have happened at home due to the distractions that can be there. In the Summertime, the park can be a nice break away from home. With study notes in hand, a trip to the park sitting in the sunshine can feel like bliss. What is important to remember is that whether you end up at a café, in the library, or at home hidden away in your bedroom/ office, it must be the right place for you; a mixture of inside and out can sometimes be good. A few hours in the library then back home can really make a day of studying more enjoyable, but do what your mind is telling you! If one place works then great but don’t be afraid to try something new!
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MY Life
Is the worry worse than
THE REALITY? WRITTEN BY KAY
Kay is 19 years old and is in her first year at the University of Suffolk. Kay decided to get involved with Student Life as she is planning to pursue a career in writing and hopes this article marks the beginning of her prosperous writing career. As someone who’s lived in the isolated countryside their entire life, the prospect of moving somewhere bigger and busier for university was daunting. Fortunately for me I found that moving wasn’t as frightening as I’d first anticipated. Unlike home, everything is situated close together. Plus, if I’m feeling particularly homesick, a long walk along the quay reminds me of home. Moving in was the fun part but I began to get nervous when term time approached and several books remained unread. I found the time leading up to the start of the semester to be the most nerve-racking, as I had no idea what to expect or what the work load would be. Initially the reading for the course overwhelmed me, but overall, I found that the academic side of university wasn’t the most challenging part; I now had to cook and clean properly for 2 0 • M A RCH 2017 • WAT ER F RO NT LIF E
myself! Luckily, over time, I’ve found that the washing machine will cooperate with me if I’m especially nice to it. There is also something really satisfying about choosing what you want to eat for dinner and preparing it yourself. I’ve tried loads of new recipes since starting university, but the low point was when I put noodles in a sandwich and called it dinner! Luckily, I had already been in contact with most of the people on my course, which minimised some of the stresses and worries that I initially had about making friends. We all met eagerly at the Fresher’s Fair in the Waterfront building at the start of the year and as a small group we went to the numerous stalls and excitedly signed up for societies and clubs that we were interested in. I cannot begin to express how much I have grown to enjoy lectures in comparison to sixth-form, and I find it hard to believe that I was once anxious to attend them. I am overjoyed with my first semester at university and am excited for every one yet to come and for my culinary endeavours to continue to grow.
Suffolk Mind JON NEAL, DIRECTOR OF SUFFOLK MIND… There are various points in our lives where we experience significant change – whether that’s retirement, having a first child, or leaving home and going to university. Each of these events can impact on our need for security. We all have to feel that we’ve got a safe environment in which we can get our emotional needs met. Going to live in a new place for the first time can be unnerving. We naturally use our imagination to predict the future, and we rely on memories and patterns that our brains develop over time to think about getting what we need. In a new living space the usual norms that we’re used to don’t exist anymore – the patterns our minds are familiar with have gone. For example, we no longer get our laundry done by putting clothes in a certain place, we have to work out where the shops and pubs are, we’ll have different people around us who need to be taken into consideration in communal areas. Back when we were nomads, hundreds of thousands of years ago, we relied on living in communities for our very survival. By banding together in tribes we could protect ourselves against the leopards and wolves
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and anything else that might attack us for food were we on our own. We still have that need for community today. And while we no longer have to protect ourselves from wild animals, we do need to feel part of a ‘tribe’, or a group of people that we have something in common with. Everyone arriving at university for the first time is in the same position. Everyone is entering a new community and needs to get to know the rules of the tribe. The good news is that the population of a university is so large, there are many different communities within it. So everyone is able to fit in somewhere. It’s entirely normal and human to feel anxious when some of our emotional needs – like security and community – are not being met. Or just when we’re worried about how we will meet those needs in a new environment. What’s important is being aware of what’s going on. It’s very common for people to find it hard to cope with the changes that going to university brings. If you would like to talk to someone, the university will be able to help, or you can contact Suffolk Mind on 0300 111 6000. You can also find some tips for looking after yourself by signing up to Friends of Suffolk Mind: www.suffolkmind.org.uk/friends
Job Board STUDENT WRITER If you’ve ever fancied yourself as the next big factual writer, then look no further. We are looking for talented writers to join our editorial team and cover topics as diverse as Physical & Mental Health, Tech, Fashion & Finance. • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • No customer facing work • Deadlines to meet! • Regular meetings with the Editor The role does not carry a salary, but the successful applicants will be paid expenses and their names will be ‘in lights’! No experience is required, you just have to be an articulate writers. If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry! NO CLOSING DATE SET
VIRTUAL MARKETING ASSISTANT
WE NEED REVIEWERS/ MYSTERY SHOPPERS We require help!! Due to new features being added in print & online, we need reviewers/mystery shoppers to attend local shows/ productions and review them!! • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • No customer facing work • Report/review follow up • Regular meetings with the Editor The role does not carry a salary, but the successful applicants will be paid expenses and their names will be ‘in lights’! No experience is required, you just have to be articulate writers and love going out! If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry! NO CLOSING DATE SET
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We require help!! Due to our rapid growth, we need a marketing assistant to help with many, varied aspects of the production of our print magazine and our website. • Based remotely – home, Uni(!), halls • No customer facing work • Regular meetings with the Editor • Administrative matters including data collection, data input and online research The role does not carry a basic salary, but the successful applicants will be paid monthly commission, based on increased income via new business partner engagement. No experience is required, you just have to be pro-active and confident! If you have a CV then great, if not – don’t worry! please 22 • M A RCH 2017 •Replies WAT ERF RO NT to LIFrichard@waterfrontlife.co E
THE Saints ISSUE 01 : MARCH 2017
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Cathy Frost is the owner of Loveone in St Peter’s Street, one of Ipswich’s most unique gift shops. Cathy is also the Coordinator of The Saints Traders Group.
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he Saints, located right in the middle of Ipswich, comprises St Peter’s, St Nicholas Street and Silent Street. This is an attractive and historical area of Ipswich and The Saints forms a natural north-south connection linking the Waterfront and the Town centre. I have been fortunate to own a business on St Peter’s Street for nearly 10 years, and have seen it grow and develop into a great destination for small independent business. Please check out the directory and map on the coming pages, for a list of all of the businesses that can be found on The Saints. We have a diverse and interesting range of shops, bars and restaurants, making it a perfect stop for shopping or dining. The Waterfront is only a 10
minute walk from the Town centre via the Saints, but I will be surprised if you didn’t get waylaid by the shops on the way. It is also an area steeped in history, with many of the buildings dating from Tudor times. We also boast home to the statue of Thomas Wolsey, with our pub being named after him. I coordinate the Saints Traders Group and it’s a real privilege to be part of a passionate and committed business community. I am looking forward to sharing and reading many of their stories in forthcoming issues of the magazine. Over the past 10 years The Saints has grown from a handful of traders, to a street that is almost 100% occupied and a community of over 50 small businesses; the majority being independently owned. From fashion to flowers, coffee to candles, hairdressers to homeware, there is a wide variety of shops, bars and restaurants to tempt all budgets and tastes. In fact, you can eat cuisines from around the world on one street; whether your taste be in Italian, Indian, Chinese or Thai. There are fabulous cocktails, great steaks & burgers and not forgetting artisan coffee and cake. A perfect culinary destination for breakfast, brunch, lunch, supper or dinner; The Saints offers a great dining treat, especially if you are going on to the theatre, cinema or Dance East, all a short walk away. The Saints is also home to the St Peter’s Street Craft and Vintage Market. This
annual summer Sunday event sees the street closed to traffic for one day, whilst we play host to some of the Region’s quirkiest and original artisans. It’s a great day out for all the family, with many of the shops and restaurants open on the day. Watch out for further information in forthcoming issues of the magazine and online.
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Saints DIRECTORY 1. ASSET & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
2. MARIANNA BOUTIQUE 33a St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Never knowingly underdressed - handpicked collections of clothing, footwear & accessories. 3. SPORT & LEISURE 4. ICE CREAM PARLOUR
5. MERCHANT HOUSE INTERIORS 27-29 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF An established, and much admired shop offering stunning homewares, from pick-up pieces, to lighting, mirrors and furniture. 6. MAUD ’S AT TIC 25 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF An eclectic mix of jewellery and gifts, furniture, lighting, and much much more. 7. THE HOUSE IN THE TOWN 23 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF 2 floors of striking homewares, with rooms dressed to be welcoming and imaginative. 8. LOVEONE 21 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF An alternative to the standard high street gift shops and with an ethos to showcase the very best designers and makers 9. TRAM RECORDS 21 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Stocking a curated selection of contemporary releases from the finest independent labels in the world, providing a small sanctuary to browse and discover something new. 9. SUBTERRANEAN ARTS 21 St Peter’s Street. IP1 1XF Arts development organisation working with communities within Ipswich and its surrounding areas. 2 8 • M A RCH 2017 • WAT ER F RO NT LIF E
10. APPL AUD COFFEE 19 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Sisters Hannah and Beth serve an award winning espresso blend, changing single origin coffee & home-baked cakes and scones.
11. THE ITALIAN SHIRT SHOP 17 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF My absolute love of all things Italian makes having my own Italian shirt shop a labour of love 12. CAKE & CATWALK 15 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF Look fabulous for less; jewellery, bags, scarves & more 13. FLORIST 14. PUB 15. ROSE HOUSE BUTCHERY 5-7 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XF We’re all about celebrating fantastic British produce and traditional skills, with a passion for rare and native breeds 16. ITALIAN BISTRO 17. HAIRDRESSER 18. HOTEL 19. ESTATE AGENT 20. ARTS & CRAFTS 21. PURIT Y–THE BEAUT Y RETREAT 30 St Peter’s Street, IP1 1XB Proud to have reached Guinot Crown Salon Status and awarded Guinot Finalist Salon of Excellence. 22. DENTIST 23. WOOL SHOP 24. ITALIAN RESTAURANT
25. INDIAN RESTAURANT 26. HAIRDRESSER 27. SURVEYOR 28. RECRUITMENT CONSULTANT 29. ESTATE AGENT 30. TRAVEL AGENT 31. MUSIC STORE 32. IPSWICH MORTGAGE CENTRE 10-12 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ Helping our customers to achieve an affordable and ideal mortgage. 33. KWAN THAI 14 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ Our extensive and varied menus, together with exceptional customer service will provide you with an unrivalled dining experience! 34. ISOBELL A’S 16 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ If you want great clothes, have a “normal” woman’s figure & don’t want to pay through the nose your prayers have been answered. 35. DOORSTEPS 18 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TJ 5* food hygiene certificate & lunches made to order. 36. SWEET SHOP 37. ART GALLERY 38. CROMWELLS–ANTIQUE STORE 24 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TS Experience the vintage items, collectables & furniture. 39. INSURANCE AGENT 40. OFFICES 41. ESTATE AGENT 42. HAIRDRESSER
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43. DELICATESSEN 44. BEAUTY SALON 45. WINE BAR 46. ITALIAN RESTAURANT 47. INDIAN RESTAURANT 48. CHINESE RESTAURANT 49. AT TWENT Y5 25 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW European/British restaurant, serving lunch & dinner 50. TRAVELQUEST 27-29 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW Staff have experienced some of the best resorts and destinations the world has to offer. 51. WINDOW TREATMENT 52. K BAR & GRILL 33-37 St Nicholas Street, IP1 1TW Burger heaven! Serving the best burgers around since 2011 53. WOMEN’S CLOTHING 54. BEAUTY SALON 55. HAIRDRESSER 56. TRAVEL CLINIC 57. REAL ESTATE DEVELOPER 58. HAIRDRESSER 59. COFFEE SHOP 60. TRAINING & BUSINESS ADVICE 61. JOB CENTRE 62. NURSING AGENCY 63. ARMY CAREERS
COMING SOON TO THE
Saints
Saints Style Our guest writer John Manning - owner of The House In Town and jointly involved with sister shops; Maud’s Attic & Merchant House Interiors - discusses everything from styling your home; to personal service v. online; to the life of an independent retailer.
Easter Parade
Traders’ guru Cathy Frost looks at ways that independent retailers can assist with your planning for the Easter weekend – whether it be the roast dinner, the cards & gifts, the chocolate eggs, or finding ways to celebrate the ‘true’ meaning of the Spring dates.
Getting Shirty
Mystery Shop
We discover the back story to one of The Saints’ designer-wear businesses and find out why we are better off paying more.
Rate The Cake
One of our team of secret shoppers visits a Saints trader and spills all about the levels of service and the knowledge that they encountered.
We review the home baking that can be tasted along the streets of The Saints. Which cake was our favourite and why? 3 0 • M A RCH 2017 • WAT ER F RO NT LIF E
WATERFRONT Legal
Buying Property
ABROAD
WRITTEN BY MAT THEW CAMERON At this time of the year, many of us are starting to think about our summer holidays. For some, 2017 might be the year we finally take the plunge (no pun intended!) and look at buying a property abroad. Here, Matthew Cameron, Partner and Head of French Property Services at Ashtons Legal, gives his top tips on buying a property abroad.
if the exchange rate changes? If you are buying rental property, is your business plan sufficiently robust?
ONE. Learn as much as you can about your chosen area: not just what it is like in your favourite season. Some regions can be very busy in high season, with ideal weather for your needs, but out of season can be very different. Do transport links run all season?
FOUR. Are there any concerns about planning? If you need to protect the view over neighbouring land, then enquiries can be made to see if this is realistic. If you need to develop your own property, then conditions could be incorporated into the contract to protect you in case this would not be possible.
TWO. Find out as much as you can about the property. Commission a survey: the precontract diagnostic inspections may reveal a good deal of information, but they only cover specific points and will not give any information about the overall state of the property.
FIVE. Understand the contracts you are signing. They will be in another language, occasionally with a translation for a guide. Instruct specialist solicitors to review the contract, and to advise on the complexities of international inheritance law and tax matters.
THREE. Ensure your purchasing budget is realistic - have you anticipated legal fees and stamp duty abroad and your solicitor’s costs in England? Is agency commission included in the price or payable on top? Are mortgage instalments realistic even
For more information please call Ashtons Legal Matthew Cameron T: 01473 849949 E: matthew.cameron@ashtonslegal.co.uk
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MYSTERY SHOP REPORT
“boutique & chic, customer-focused venue in a FABULOUS LOCATION” VENUE THE EATERIE @ THE SALTHOUSE TIMING WEEKDAY DINNER
As a landmark building on the Waterfront and with a fine dining reputation, the Salthouse Harbour Hotel quickly built a reputation around ‘boutique’ & ‘chic’. Does its restaurant – The Eaterie - live up to the expectations? Our mystery diner – Claire – was sent in to investigate. FIRST IMPRESSIONS The building that houses the hotel is indeed iconic on the Waterfront and this was enhanced in recent years by the addition of a huge extension. The redbrick & glass combination of architecture is very enticing, as is the subtle lighting. SCORE 5/5 AMBIENCE & GREETING The feel of the lounge & reception area is one of grace and modern charm. The smiley, acknowledging staff complement the warmly radiating coloured lighting. My only surprise was the lack of a true pre-dinner bar area. SCORE 4.5/5 SERVICE From the initial greeting…to the lounge table service for pre-dinner drinks…to 32 • MA R CH 2017 • WAT ERF RO NT LIF E
the attention at the dinner table, the level of care is highly noticeable, but without being overbearing. A slight spill of water was immaculately dealt with and when a fabricated, end of evening childcare issue was introduced, this was met with genuine warmth & understanding. SCORE 5/5 MENU The extensive and well put together wine/ drinks list was the first reading material and the young lady server was also knowledgeable of her draughts! The food menu is varied and boasts local sourcing, with a far too tempting ‘Nibbles’ section. SCORE 5/5 FOOD The deliberation over a ‘nibble’ was short lived and the resulting tempura pork cheeks and apple sauce were tasty and certainly different. The octopus & couscous starter was cleverly put together and plentiful. The chef’s take on the lamb rump with madras, yoghurt & mini bhajis was sublime and showed a serious level of creativity. Having ordered the croissant pudding & crème anglaise and then thrown in the childcare issue, I was very interested to check-out the resulting option(s); the delivery of a
purpose made ‘doggy-bag’. Having quickly got this home, I was not disappointed….still warm, deliciously tasty and a perfect end to the whole cuisine. SCORE 5/5 TOILETS The ladies’ toilets had a comedy sketch show piped in to them, which at first hearing I thought was Radio 4 and an odd choice, but I quickly adjusted my thoughts to it being quite quirky. The cleanliness was where it should be for the venue, as were the general facilities. SCORE 4.5/5
STANDARDS & DÉCOR A lot of thought has gone in to the general appearance of the communal areas and the effort to market boutique & bespoke is hard to miss. The table that I occupied for pre-dinner drinks was slightly ‘fashion over function’, as I had to take some care over where to rest my glass. However, I will happily take this small amount of care - to be in a welcoming, appealing & fashionable setting. SCORE 4.5/5
The Eaterie experience was almost faultless and one of the most customer focused venues that I have had the pleasure to review in recent years. The location is fabulous, the feel is inviting, the staff are genuine - yet professional and the food & drink is high end without being pretentious.
OVERALL SCORE
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BEHIND THE SCENES
behind-the-scenes
AT THE
SALTHOUSE HARBOUR HOTEL WRITTEN BY RICHARD STEWART
IN THE KITCHEN Our editor Richard Stewart introduces ‘The Man in White’ Spend time with the Salthouse’s head chef Chris McQuitty and it is impossible not to completely buy-in to his infectious enthusiasm for the role that he has held for almost 4 years. The 27 year old boasts a solid background in cooking; trained to Michelin star level and having also worked in establishments with 2 AA Rosettes, Chris rose quickly through the ranks in the Waterfront’s prestigious hotel’s kitchen. He eagerly recounts his formative years in cooking, which were made even more enjoyable by being staged in Australia &
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Asia; one of Chris’ highlights……being able to say that he worked “in an Italian restaurant, under an English chef, in Australia”! It was during this culinary upbringing that Chris was taught lessons that he would develop through his own career; phrases such as “the right ingredients don’t need too much attention” & “the quality will speak for itself” are mantras that Chris now holds very dear. Listening to the young chef talk about the early days of learning to cook organic, rustic fayre with an Italian theme, it’s hard to control the onset of a rumbling stomach, especially as it’s 5.30pm and the kitchen is in full swing, readying itself for dinner service. Seasonality is key to Chris’ regularly changing menus and he enthuses about his working relationships with a Felixstowe fisherman, a Saints butcher and a local farmer, from whom he takes inspiration due to the freshness, locality and passion experienced throughout these elements of his supply chain. In short, Chris is a credit to his profession and to his employers and whether it’s strawberries, asparagus, beef, fish or baby vegetables, whatever you order at the Salthouse Eaterie will be served up with a dash of everything that is great about a head chef & kitchen team at the top of their game.
IN THE OFFICE Our editor Richard Stewart introduces ‘The Man in Black’ Diogo Abreu has been General Manager of the Salthouse for nearly 5 years and leads the team that has established the hotel as one of the finest luxury hotels in the East of England. Diogo started his career at the sister hotel; The Angel in Bury St Edmunds and worked his way up through the bar, as restaurant manager and then Assistant Manager, before coming to Ipswich to head up the operations at the Salthouse. Diogo’s skills in food and beverage have elevated the Salthouse not only to a most striking hotel with great views of the Waterfront, but also arguably the top restaurant in Ipswich - for residents and guests alike. Born in Porto, Portugal, Diogo has a passion for his native Country’s wine as well as the local football team FC Porto! He is also kept very busy at home; looking after his 3 young children, including Luana who was born just last November. 35 • M A RCH 2017 • WAT ERF RO NT LIF E
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READ ALL about it EMERGENCY SERVICES CENTRE…..01473 433444 is the number to ring
to report instances of rough sleeping. In extreme circumstances of related, anti-social behaviour, then 101 or even 999 should be used
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ROTY
…..Over 50 eateries are now entered in to Waterfront Life’s ‘Restaurant of the Year 2017’ awards. Venues are eligible by being located in a tight area surrounding the Waterfront; including The Saints and the southern boundary of the town centre 38 • M A RCH 2017 • WAT ER F RO NT LIF E
WATERFRONT Counsel
Is There An
ANSWER?
WRITTEN BY LIZ HARSANT
Liz Harsant was elected Counsellor in 2002 to represent Holywells Ward and in 2004 became Leader of Ipswich Borough Council, in a joint administration (Conservatives /Lib Dems) for 6½ years. Amongst other things, community spirit is one of the reasons that Liz has decided to write for Waterfront Life. I was waiting in a local restaurant for some friends to arrive for dinner, when one of the rough sleepers frequently seen around Ipswich came into the restaurant. He isn’t very old - probably in his 20’s - but clearly with a drug and alcohol problem. The owner said he would get him a pizza as usual and I asked the young man why he hadn’t reported to the Chapman Centre or gone to one of the Churches which was offering a bed for the night. He had “been banned” he said. I could see he was not well, he could hardly speak and he was frightened because I suppose I sounded ‘official’. He dashed out of the restaurant with his pizza and a bottle of beer. We are told as Councillors that we should discourage this show of kindness and that rough sleepers should be pointed towards
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the wonderful Chapman Centre, or one of the Churches that have done so much good work over the last few months. However, we are not all in local government; we have a heart, we see these rough sleepers as people not as an annoying blot on the landscape and we want to help. We don’t understand why there isn’t a night shelter for them. Why, when their lives are ruined by drug and alcohol addiction, are they chucked aside waiting for some kind person like the restauranteur to give them a meal? Is there an answer? The government is giving us more money to help local authorities to deal with homelessness & rough sleepers and there’s a Bill going through Parliament – our MP Ben Gummer supports this and says it will help. More and more charities are opening up to help the most marginalised people in Society and now we are to have a converted double decker bus ready at the end of March, when the Ipswich Winter Night Shelter run by the Churches, closes. Is this the answer? We shall see but whatever the answer is it, is a very sad reflection on our society. WAT ER F RO N T L I FE • MA R C H 2017 • 3 9
MY Life
HEALTH Matters WRITTEN BY CAROLE THAIN
The Ipswich waterfront area has a new Heritage and Wellbeing Centre, Quay Place – the result of a partnership between Suffolk Mind and The Churches Conservation Trust. Quay Place is open to the public offering a café, room hire and a range of different heritage and wellbeing activities. Our vision for Quay Place is for people to meet here, perhaps discover something they didn’t know – either about themselves or about the story of the church and the Ipswich waterfront – and maybe connect with something old or new.
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QUAY PLACE
We all have an emotional need for community and feeling part of something bigger than ourselves. At Quay Place we have used the heritage of the building, the surrounding area and the people that pepper the history of the church, to come up with various ways to meet the emotional needs that we all have. We hope you will visit to find out what’s going on, take part in the activities, and learn more about emotional needs and the link between heritage and wellbeing. www.quayplace.co.uk
WATERFRONT Maritime
Ipswich
MARITIME TRUST WRITTEN BY GEOFFREY DYBALL Ipswich Maritime Trust (IMT) was formed in 1982 by the nucleus of the Maritime Ipswich committee, which had organised a year-long festival of events as part of the Maritime England initiative. Each year since, IMT has put on, or given major assistance to, an event helping to celebrate Ipswich’s long maritime history. IMT is a registered charity, whose aims are the promotion of the maritime history of Ipswich & Suffolk, and to encourage sailing for (primarily) young people. The current membership is just over 300, and growing. In the past, IMT has helped to organise exhibitions and festivals, and visits to Ipswich by historic ships and vessels from HMS Picton Castle, to some of the Dunkirk Little Ships. We have cooperated with a number of organisations and have been part of almost every major event in and around the Wet Dock since our formation.
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Today, these activities include:• The Window Museum on Albion Quay; changed completely twice-yearly and focussing on aspects of local history such as the docks, industry and leisure. • Evening talks in the University’s Waterfront Campus building; on topics ranging from the restoration of the sailing barge Melissa, to the role of the Royal Navy in the First World War, to the history of navigation, to East Anglia’s inshore fishing craft. These talks are held on the first Wednesday of February, March, April, October, November and December, and commonly attract over 75 members and guests. • Courtesy of ABP; exhibitions are put on in the Under Croft of the Old Custom House for the Heritage Open Day and Ipswich Maritime Festival weekends. • IMT has an archive of over 3000 digital images, most of historical significance. Some were featured in the recent Michael Portillo BBC 2 programme featuring Ipswich Docks. • IMT is especially proud to have been able to help charities such as East Anglian Sailing Trust and Sea Change Trust (working with the disabled and visually impaired) and Adventures Offshore (giving schoolchildren what is usually their first experience of sailing). Membership of IMT is a modest £5 (£7.50 for joint membership) and you can download an application form from the website www. ipswichmaritimetrust.org.uk. or contact the team at Waterfront Life.
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COMING SOON MYSTERY DINER.....We check out another Waterfront venue i.n.c.o.g.n.i.t.o. ‘ROTY’…..Has your favourite eatery made it into Round 2 of the highly anticipated ‘Restaurant of the Year’ awards? THE VIEW FROM THE SALTHOUSE .....The first of a regular feature looking at the behind the scenes running of the landmark hotel – from Bar to Reception to Housekeeping, we get an access all areas pass STUDENT LIFE .....We continue to introduce you to new Expert Partners and discuss far ranging topics, including Health, Fashion, Tech, Finance, Beauty & Travel SMARTHOME.....We look at how technology is shaping our home life and we take readers on a tour of the home of the future THE SAINTS.....We continue to promote the link between the Waterfront and this strategic, independent trading area of the Town centre
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