Whitby Advertiser May 2024

A Warm Welcome

I love eagles. What is there not to love about them? Their majestic presence and awe-inspiring flights captivate the hearts and minds of us all, a timeless symbol of power and freedom in the natural world. As a child, they gave me such a sense of wonder and adventure. Their ability to soar high in the sky captivated my imagination – such freedom and a connection to the vastness of nature. I was drawn to their powerful beaks and talons, and marvelled over many stories of how they hunted and survived in the wild. As an adult, I now think of eagles for their symbolism of strength and resilience, and see their keen intelligence and remarkable hunting skills as traits often admired and emulated in various aspects of life. It was years ago when I last saw an eagle, but I remember the sight of it soaring gracefully through the sky still evoking that sense of awe and admiration, reminding me of the importance of perseverance and determination in overcoming challenges.

We are often faced with many challenges in our working and business life. Some come straight out of the blue and can momentarily throw you off balance. Initially, they create a degree of negative energy, then you just knuckle down, face whatever it is, adapt and get on with things, often achieving much more than before the challenge came along.This is what eagles do - they use the negative energy of a storm to fly even higher.

As this May edition glides gracefully down from the many thousands of letterboxes of homes and businesses in town, out of town, along the coast and across the moors, we are already looking ahead and planning our June edition. Want to advertise or promote a local event? If so, don’t delay - call or email us today!

Fly high and have a great May folks!

Celebrating milestones – a year of joy and community at The Mayfield

It’s hard to believe but The Mayfield reached the one year mark this month! It has been an actionpacked year, full of fun and special moments. We have seen strong growth in occupancy and have built an excellent team with a culture that is completely focused on giving our residents the very best experience.

In the build-up to our 1-year anniversary there were many conversations about everything that has happened since we opened, and no one could believe how quickly it has gone.

We celebrated the big day with a party and lots of family and friends joined us for a delicious buffet lunch. It was also a moment for us all to step back and appreciate the loving community that has grown around our wonderful residents and their families.

Easter was another highlight last month and we were busy with lots of fun preparations in the weeks leading up to it. We made Easter baskets, an Easter tree and decorated eggs, amongst other things!

We also had the joy of witnessing 9 chicks hatch at The Mayfield! Many happy hours were spent by our residents watching them peck their way out of their eggs, and holding them. They were very sweet and the whole thing was deeply exciting and moving.

Another highlight of the month was taking our resident Joyce back to her old house to look at the stunning daffodils outside. She was overjoyed to see them and the experience brought back lots of happy memories.

We also celebrated several birthdays in the month and hosted a successful Coffee Morning that raised £164 for research into Parkinsons.

If you or a loved one might be interested in coming to live with us, please call us today on 01947 280 884.

Great tasting food inspired by classic European bistros, bars and cafés

Using local suppliers and producers to bring you a freshly prepared 2 course meal delivered to your door every Friday and we always include a vegetarian option. Just £20pp. Order by 10am Thursday

telephone: 01947 895730 answer phone mobile/text: 07837 912900

email: thesupperclubegton@gmail.com

MENUS are posted on Mondays via social media or can be emailed to you. the supper club egton the supper club egton

By Peter Cooper

Grosmont Co-op has been serving the community since 1867!

Grosmont Co-operative Society Ltd is Britain’s oldest independent Co-op and has been serving the people of Grosmont and the surrounding Esk Valley villages since 1867.

Today, as well as serving these local communities, it has become a firm favourite with the many visitors to the area. The village of Grosmont itself dates from the middle of the 18th Century and the coming of the Whitby to Pickering Railway, and the Co-op occupies a building of this period on Front Street. If you pop in today, you will find that the Co-op stocks a wide range of everyday products with many sourced locally - food and drink for walkers and snacks, groceries, wines and spirits for those who are staying longer. Worthy of a mention is their large range of artisan gins from small batch distilleries across North Yorkshire including the award-winning Whitby gin.

The cost of living crisis has affected everyone hard, and we all need just a little extra help, and that includes the Grosmont Co-op. With this in mind, the local community has opened a ‘pop up’ shop called ‘The Treasure Trove’ in the former Grosmont Bookshop just a couple of doors down from the Coop with the intention of giving both the community and the Co-op support during these hard times. Thanks to the generosity of local residents, the shop is brimming with donated goods which are all available for anyone to buy – just call in and you will find pre-loved clothing, household items, bric-a-brac, toys, books and much more. If you are decluttering or have unwanted items at home,

please do donate them to the Treasure Trove - all donations gratefully accepted!!

The aim of the Treasure Trove shop is to raise vital funds to ensure that the lovely Grosmont Co-op remains open for all for many more years to come. Please pay a visit the next time you are out and about in Grosmont. The shop is staffed entirely by volunteers and is open five days a week, Wednesday to Sunday,10:30am to 3:00pm. I am sure you are bound to find something you just can’t resist!

The ‘Treasure Trove’

Monthly Recipe

Double cheese and spring vegetable tart

This light and savoury teatime tart has a wonderfully crisp base and is perfect for a spring lunch!

The recipe is versatile for anyone with any intolerances with many of the ingredients easy to substitute with an alternative.

Timings & Servings

Preparation: 30 minutes

Cooking: 60 minutes

Serves: 8

Ingredients

500g block shortcrust pastry plain flour, for dusting

25g mature cheddar, finely grated.

200g asparagus spears, woody ends trimmed.

100g frozen peas

2 eggs

100g crème fraîche

150g double cream

whole nutmeg, for grating

100g watercress

2 x 150g logs of soft, rindless goat’s cheese.

Method

Take the pastry out of the fridge ten minutes before starting.

Lightly dust the work surface with flour then roll the pastry out into a rectangle.

Scatter the grated cheese over the rolled-out pastry, fold the pastry in half and roll out again into a circle that fits a 25cm tart tin. Leave the edges of the pastry slightly overhanging the edge of the tin. Pop it in the fridge for 20 mins to chill.

Meanwhile, cook the asparagus in boiling water for 3 mins, then drain and refresh under cold water. Defrost the frozen peas.

Preheat the oven to 200C / 180C fan / gas 6. Prick the base of the tart well with a fork, line with baking parchment and fill with baking beans or dried lentils. Bake the tart for 30 mins, remove the parchment and beans, prick again if it has puffed up, then bake for another 10-15 mins until golden brown.

Meanwhile, beat the eggs in a bowl, add the crème fraîche and cream, season and add a pinch of freshly grated nutmeg. Scatter the peas and most of the watercress over the tart and crumble over half the goat’s cheese. Pour over the creamy egg mixture, then lay the asparagus spears on top. Finally, slice the remaining goat’s cheese and arrange on top, then bake for 25-30 mins until the custard is just set and the cheese is golden brown. Leave to cool in the tin, trim the edges of the pastry. Remove from the tin, cut into slices, and serve with the remaining watercress.

Preventing muscle strain and repetitive strain injuries

Muscle strain and repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) can be debilitating and often occur due to overuse, poor posture, or incorrect technique during physical activities or repetitive tasks. However, with proper precautions and awareness, these injuries can largely be avoided. Here are some key strategies to prevent such an injury:

Warm-Up and Stretching. Before engaging in any physical activity or task, it’s crucial to warm up your muscles and stretch properly. Dynamic stretches that mimic the movements you’ll be doing can help prepare your muscles for action.

Maintain Proper Posture. Whether you’re sitting at a desk, lifting heavy objects, or exercising, maintaining good posture is essentials. This means keeping your spine aligned, shoulders relaxed, and avoiding slouching or hunching over.

Take Breaks and Change Positions. If your work or activities involve repetitive motions, be sure to take regular breaks. Prolonged periods of the same movement can lead to overuse injuries, so incorporating breaks into your routine can help prevent strain.

Adjust Work Environment . Make adjustments to your work environment as needed to reduce strain on your muscles. This may include using ergonomic equipment, such as ergonomic keyboards or adjustable desks, to reduce stress on your hands, wrists, and arms.

Use Proper Lifting Techniques. When lifting heavy objects, use proper lifting techniques to avoid

straining your muscles. Bend your knees and lift with your legs instead of your back, and avoid twisting your body while lifting.

Don’t over-do it! If you’re starting a new exercise routine or taking on a physically demanding task, it’s important to gradually increase the intensity and duration over time. Pushing yourself too hard too quickly can put excessive strain on your muscles and increase the risk of injury.

Listen to Your Body. Pay attention to any warning signs, such as pain, stiffness, or discomfort. If you experience any symptoms, take a break, rest the affected area, and consider seeking medical attention if the pain persists.

Stay Hydrated and Fuel Your Body. Proper hydration and nutrition are essential for maintaining muscle health and preventing injuries. Make sure to drink plenty of water throughout the day.

By following these preventive measures and being mindful of your body’s limitations, you can significantly reduce the risk of muscle strain and repetitive strain injuries, allowing you to stay healthy and active in your daily life.

If you suspect you have a repetitive strain injury or experience persistent pain or discomfort despite preventive measures, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional or a physiotherapist for a proper diagnosis and personalised treatment plan. Early intervention can prevent further complications and promote a faster recovery.

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We need your help!

With recent rises in the cost of living we are finding more people need our help. Food supplies are running low so any donation of this kind will be greatly appreciated. We would be grateful for donations of:

Tinned items:

Tomatoes • Potatoes • Ravioli

Spaghetti • Macaroni Cheese

Fray Bentos pies • Baked Beans

Fish • Meat (hot or cold)

Fruit • Custard • Rice Pudding

Packets:

Mash

• Rice

• Cereal • Pasta

Porridge • Instant Noodles

Sauces • Sugar • Biscuits

Products In Jars:

Pasta Sauce

• Jams & Spreads

Drinks:

Soft Drinks • Squash • Coffee

Milk (UHT or dried)

Hygiene & Cleaning Items:

Shower Gel • Deodorant

Shampoo • Soap

Toothpaste • Toilet Rolls

Washing Up Liquid

Multi-Surface Spray

Washing Powder

Other:

Dog / Cat Food

Collection points

Co-op (Whitby & Staithes), Poundland, B&M Bargains, Whitby Library, The Dispensary, Spar (Sleights), Coliseum, Egton and Castleton schools and many local churches.

Volunteers

We are frequently in need of people to help in a variety of roles, please contact us if you would like to help.

Contact us

For any further info please contact us on: 07789 765696 or 07810 205014

What’s On

CAPTAIN COOK MEMORIAL MUSEUM, GRAPE LANE

Open daily 30 March to 3 November 2024. For more information, please visit https://www. cookmuseumwhitby.co.uk

WHITBY MUSEUM & PANNETT ART GALLERY

Exhibitions include ‘Our Lasses: Inspirational Women of Whitby’, a look at some of the famous, infamous and unjustly overlooked women of Whitby; ‘Adventures in Time: the Development of Steampunk’ featuring steampunk outfits alongside original Victorian clothing from our collection; ‘A Whitby Stoker’s War’ , the story of local lad Malcom Howard, recipient of France’s highest order of merit –the Legion d’Honneur; and ‘Frank Meadow Sutcliffe’ mini exhibition and slideshow in the Normanby Room. The museum is open from 10am until 4:30pm Tuesday to Sunday with last admission 4pm. Entry fee is £8 for an annual pass for adults, children up to 18 are free and residents of Whitby Parish are free upon proof of address. For further information please visit www.whitbymuseum.org.uk. The museum tearoom is open from 10am until 3:30pm serving cakes, drinks and light bites. Pannett Art Gallery at the front of the Museum has an eclectic mix of 19th and 20th Century paintings on permanent display.

WHITBY COLISEUM

Victoria Place, Whitby. YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000. Cinema, theatre, events. Internet Café. Community Offices, theatre and meeting rooms available for hire. Network Shop for affordable, nearly new furniture

and household items (in Station Square). Walled Garden Community Volunteer Project. For more information, check out the Coliseum’s Facebook page or website: www.whitbycoliseum.co.uk or email info@whitbycoliseum.com.

WHITBY LIBRARY

Windsor Terrace, Whitby. YO21 1EY. Tel: 01609 534350. More than just books – check out the library’s Facebook page and website for other services provided and activities. https://www.northyorks. gov.uk/leisure-tourism-and-culture/libraries/locallibraries/whitby-library. Opening times: Mon 9.30am - 5pm; Tues – 9.30am - 7pm; Wed – closed; Thurs/ Fri 9.30am - 5pm; Sat 10am - 1pm; Sunday – closed.

WHITBY PAVILION/PAVILION THEATRE

West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Cinema, theatre, shows, events. Café. Shows and events: Whitby Goth Weekend (26-28/04); The Hound of the Baskervilles (29/04); 70s Whitby Music Weekend (03/05-04/05); Tina: Live! A Tribute to Tina Turner (04/05); Psychic Sally (16/05); Lindisfarne (17/05); The Real Thing (31/05). Cinema: Back to Black (12A) (03/05, 0508/05). All details correct at time of going to press. For more information and tickets visit Whitby Pavilion in person, call 01947 824770 or check out their website www.whitbypavilion.co.uk (booking fees apply).

LYTHE COMMUNITY SHOP & TEA GARDEN

High Street, Lythe, Whitby YO21 3RT. Tel: 01947 893983. A welcoming community shop located in

Photo Credit: Nuno Lopes

the village of Lythe, just a few miles from Whitby on the B1266 coastal road. Includes a general store for everyday essentials, home baking and locally sourced produce, a Post Office counter and a lovely tea garden to the rear serving delicious homemade cakes and sandwiches. Manned by volunteers, current opening times are Mon-Sat 8.00am-4.00pm, and Sun 8.00am-12 noon.

THE MUSTARD SEED CAFE AT WEST CLIFF CHURCH

Skinner Street, Whitby. YO21 3AH (next to Youngs Jewellers). Open Tuesdays & Thursdays 10.30am2.30pm. A friendly not-for-profit cafe, staffed by volunteers.

HINDERWELL COMMUNITY HUB

Situated on the coastal bus route from Whitby, our Tearoom offers a welcoming warm place to enjoy delicious coffee, homemade scones, cakes, soups and lots more. We also have activities in the adjoining Schoolroom: Monday am Yoga; Tuesday pm Bingo, Dominoes, Games and Quizzes each week on a rolling programme; Wednesday am Toddlers’ Group; Thursday am Men’s Walking Group; Thursday pm Ladies’ Crafts. We are open 9.30-3pm daily (closed Saturday) Please call 01947 841303 for further details.

CARING TOGETHER WHITBY & DISTRICT

We are delighted to announce we have moved to the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ where we will continue to run our services as usual, including the Carers Break Service, Befriending Service and Support Groups. Our email remains caringwhitby@gmail.com and you can leave a message with the Coliseum Reception 01947 825000. For more information about ourselves, please visit www.caringtogetherwhitbyanddistrict.org

WHITBY ART SOCIETY

Whitby Art Society’s Annual exhibition opens at the Pannett Gallery, Pannett Park, Whitby on Tuesday May 28 and runs until Sunday July 7. TuesdaySunday 10.30am- 4.30pm. Entry free. The Society meets on the second Wednesday of every month (except December) at The Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ from 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Please see www.whitbyartsociety.org for news and membership details

WHITBY TENNIS CLUB

5.30pm - 8pm at Caedmon College (behind Whitby & Esk Valley Astro Turf facility). Current members and new members welcome. Club nights on Mondays &

Thursdays, also Sunday mornings 10am – 12 noon. Please get in touch via our Facebook page if you would like to join with us. Age 18 and over (we don’t have a junior section). Full season cost is £35.00.

Regular Weekly Events

EVERY DAY

WHITBY WHALERS U3A. Day time activities throughout the week for those no longer in full time work: arts, languages, lectures, exercise, history, social groups and much more. Variety of venues. www.u3asites.org.uk/whitby

EVERY MONDAY

TAI CHI FOR BEGINNERS Hawsker Village Hall 7pm. First lesson free then £4 pounds thereafter. Contact John 07434 833540.

FREE MUSIC SESSIONS at Whitby Rifle Club YO21

3EW (committee room). Resumes in January after a break for Christmas. Doors open at 7pm. 7.15pm -8.15pm is Slow Tunes - free tune book with notation, chord charts, Bb and Bass clef notation available (or email till703@gmail.com for a digital version). 8.15pm to 9.30pm is Session Tunes and Songs. Come and join in or come just to have a drink at the bar and to listen. For info, or to reserve a table, phone 07958 193 079.

EVERY TUESDAY

WHITBY JETS BASKETBALL TRAINING Term time only at Whitby Leisure Centre. All ballers welcome. Timings: Girls 7-18-year-olds: 3:45 - 4:45; Boys 7-11-year-olds: 16:30-17:30 and 12-18-year-olds 17:30-18:45. See Whitby Jets Facebook page for details or email whitbyjetsbasketball@gmail.com

PILATES 11:15am to 12:15pm at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Tel: 01947 825000.

‘SINGING FOR THE BRAIN’. An initiative by the Alzheimer’s Society for people living with dementia and their carers. Every Tuesday at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ 1.30pm3.00pm. Admission: £2 per person to include refreshments. For more information and to register your interest call 01947 825000. Email info@ whitbycoliseum.com

EVERY TUESDAY & THURSDAY

TARGET ARCHERY. Whitby Archers meet outdoors for target archery between 7pm and 9pm on Tuesday and Thursday evenings on Eskdale School playing fields. (Runs April to September)

What’s On

EVERY WEDNESDAY

WHITBY WELCOME WEDNESDAY run by Dementia Forward at the Coliseum, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. 1.00 pm - 3.00 pm. Suggested donation: £3 per person. A social afternoon for people living with dementia and those that support them. Come and join us to meet new friends, take part in activities and enjoy cakes & hot drinks. To register an interest call Dementia Forward 03300 578592 or email: info@ dementiaforward.org.uk

CITIZEN’S ADVICE every Wednesday afternoon at your local Yorkshire Building Society on Flowergate, Whitby. Citizens Advice help people find a way forward. Whoever you are, whatever your problem, you can book a free and confidential appointment by calling 01947 458838 Mon-Fri 9am-5pm.

NORTH YORKSHIRE CITIZENS ADVICE AND LAW CENTRE’S WHITBY DROP-IN SERVICE at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Open Wednesdays 10am – 3pm, no appointment needed.

PATHFINDERS YOUTH GROUP in Whitby. Every Tuesday: 6pm to 7pm at Eastside Community Hub, YO22 4EA. The Youth Group is a safe haven for ages 10 and up to socialise, meet new friends, play games and lots of fun activities. Our groups teachings and principles are Christian based. We focus on uplifting and enriching our youth to grow and excel at being the best version of themselves. Contact us: pathfinders.whitby@gmail.com

WHITBY YOUTH CLUB. Come along & chill. Games, music, arts & crafts, food, chat. Wednesdays 7-9pm. Open to School Year 7+. Eastside Community Hub.

EVERY WEDNESDAY, THURSDAY & SUNDAY

MARSKE & LOFTUS BADMINTON CLUB at Loftus Cricket & Athletic Club, 7pm till late. Looking for new members. First night is free, contact Paul on 07702 756669.

EVERY THURSDAY

VI’S COMMUNITY CAFE every Thursday in St. Matthew’s Church, Grosmont 10.30 - 3pm. Warm space with a warm welcome. Delicious homemade breads, soups and cakes by Liz Druce. Coffee and tea served. Please come along and support our cafe, raising money for local charities. Volunteers needed, please contact Liz on 01947 895730. Also, Parent and Toddler Play Space 1.30 - 2.30pm during the Community Café.

WHITBY BADMINTON CLUB at Fyling Hall School, Robin Hood’s Bay, Thurs 7.30-9.30pm. Four courts, new players very welcome. Free “taster” night. Full details from Walter 01947 602938 or Carole 01947 600746. Runs until the end of April 2024.

EVERY FRIDAY

AGEUK NORTH YORKSHIRE COAST AND MOORS

ENERGY AND ADVICE DROP-IN SESSION at Whitby Library (note change of venue) 10am until 12noon. Offering advice on Energy and help with fuel bills, Social care, benefit checks and housing and homelessness. For further information email: libby. faulkner@ageuknycm.org.uk

BALLROOM, LATIN AND SEQUENCE SOCIAL DANCING. Sleights Village Hall every Friday evening 7.45pm to 10.00pm Sleights Village Hall. Tel: 07971 606360 NB Advance notice for Friday 7 June – we will be having a themed dance to remember 80th anniversary of D Day. From 7.45pm to 10.30pm with a Faith supper. £6 pp including refreshments.40s style dress optional.

EVERY SATURDAY

WHITBY WALKING GROUP. Starting from various locations. Approx. 10 miles. Visitors welcome. For further details, please e-mail: rogercrowther@ talktalk.net or call 07792 569441.

THE CINDER TRACK PARKRUN. A free, weekly, timed 5k walk/jog/run at 9:00am every Saturday starting on the Whitby Sixth Form site. Open to all ages and abilities. Register for FREE at https://www.parkrun. org.uk/thecindertrack/

EVERY WEEKEND

WHITBY RIFLE CLUB. SPORTS AND SOCIAL CLUB. Function rooms available for all occasions. Regular live entertainment Saturdays, Quiz every Sunday.

WEDNESDAY 24 APRIL

WHITBY WI MEETING on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7pm in the Northern Lights Suite, Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. This is our Annual Meeting with a talk on ‘The History of Jet Working in Whitby. Please do come along and get involved with our lovely WI group! We love socialising, visiting interesting places, learning new skills and helping local projects ... and, of course, there are cakes!!

THURSDAY 25 APRIL

WHITBY LADIES LUNCHEON CLUB meet at the Saxonville Hotel 12pm for 12.30pm for a 3-course luncheon, followed by an entertaining talk by Tim Tubbs about “Madam Rachel - a beautician from the mid-Victorian period”. Lunch is £25 per person including tea/coffee, and a raffle. Guests are very welcome. If you would like to join us for lunch, please contact Hilda Gregson on 01947 821591 or e-mail hildagregson@aol.co.uk for further information or to book no later than Sunday 21st April.

WHITBY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY MEETING at the old Drama Studio, Whitby Sixth Form College (former Caedmon School), Airy Hill/New Bridge, Whitby YO21 1QA. 6.45 pm for 7 pm. Social Evening: ‘End of Season Meeting’ (Members Evening).

FRIDAY 26 APRIL

DALESMEN SINGERS – IN BOOSBECK! A special Dalesmen concert at Boosbeck Village Hall, 16 Oldham St, Boosbeck TS12 3AL sponsored by Green & Son Building Services and raising funds to support the local community. Starts 7pm. Free admission with fundraising collection afterwards.

FRIDAY 26 APRIL – SUNDAY 28 APRIL

WHITBY GOTH WEEKEND SPRING 2024. One of the world’s premier Goth events. Main venue: Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Don’t miss the Bizarre Bazaar at Whitby Leisure Centre which has over 100 stalls. Check out https://www. whitbygothweekend.co.uk/ and Facebook for more information including line-up of bands etc.

SATURDAY 27 APRIL

‘COME & TRY DAY’ AT SLEIGHTS BOWLING CLUB off Lowdale Lane, Sleights, Whitby Everyone welcome to come along from 2pm to our open day - come along and give it a go! For more details, contact Fran Bogg on 01947 600649. Tuition will be given.

COME AND SING GOSPEL! A one-day workshop with award-winning choral director Hannah Brine at St Matthew’s Church, Grosmont, Whitby 10am –4pm. Learn simple, uplifting gospel inspired songs in 3- & 4-part harmony. Open to all. No experience necessary. Free of charge (donations welcome). Booking essential. e-mail gospel@middleeskmore. org

‘WRITING THE GOTHIC’ WITH ESSIE FOX AND KATE GRIFFIN. Creative writing workshop in Whitby Museum Library, Pannett Park, Whitby YO21 3AE. Starts 1pm. Whitby Lit & Phil Members £10, nonmembers £12.50. Booking essential places limited. Please see the museum website whitbymuseum.org. uk or call into the museum for details.

SATURDAY 4 MAY

‘DALESMEN IN SKINNINGROVE’. The Dalesmen Singers in Concert at St Helen’s Church, 9 Rockliffe View, Carlin How. Starts 7pm. Admission free, donations welcomed. Proceeds to share between the Carlin How and Skinningrove communities, and the Air Ambulance. Further details available at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/dalesmen-singers or email sing@dalesmensingers.net

SATURDAY 4 MAY – MONDAY 6 MAY

CRAFT FAIR AT GOATHLAND VILLAGE HALL 10.00am to 4.30pm every day. Two rooms full of local crafts people selling patchwork, jewellery, knitted goods, sea glass, gifts and much more. New crafters are always welcome for our successful and long-established Craft Fairs. Contact Elsie on 01947 896333 or e-mail elsie.goathland@gmail.com.

SUNDAY 5 MAY

SPRING FAIR AT ST MATTHEW’S CHURCH, Grosmont, Whitby 11am – 3pm. Craft stalls, gifts, tombola. Refreshments available.

A Time for Cake, Music & Friendship. Takes place the first Sunday of each month 4.00-5.30pm. Meet at the Hollin’s Institute, Institute Row, Grosmont for a lovely walk through Bluebell Woods followed by refreshment afterwards. Everybody welcome.

TUESDAY 7 MAY

DALESMEN SINGERS: JOIN US AT OUR REHEARSAL! at Danby Methodist Church, Danby, Whitby, YO21 2JE. Starts 7.30pm. An open invite to come and experience what it is like singing with the Dalesmen Singers Male Voice Choir. New members wanted! Feel free to come along just to listen... and see what it is to be part of the Choir. Tea and best biscuits

What’s On

provided at the break. ‘Join Us!’ evenings are the first Tuesday of every month. Further details available at https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/dalesmen-singers or email sing@dalesmensingers.net.

WEDNESDAY 8 MAY

1940S THEMED TEA DANCE (coinciding with the 8 May 1945 Germany surrenders) at the Royal Hotel, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3HT 2.00-4.30pm. Please come along wearing your 1940s style dress if possible. £3 entry includes tea/coffee and biscuits. Proceeds to Whitby Lifeboats.

WHITBY ART SOCIETY meets on the second Wednesday of every month (except December) at The Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ from 7.00pm - 9.00pm. Please see www.whitbyartsociety. org for news and membership details.

THURSDAY 9 MAY

PIZZA PALS - Community Pizzeria at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ. Come and join our new community pizza cafe serving delicious freshly cooked pizza at affordable prices, starting at £5.00. Fully licensed café. 4pm - 7pm sit-in; 7-8pm takeaway. Tel: 01947 825000. Email hello@ pizzapalscompizzeria.co.uk.

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE – ‘NYE’ by Tim Price at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ Tel: 01947 825000. Michael Sheen plays Nye Bevan in a surreal and spectacular journey through the life and legacy of the man who transformed Britain’s welfare state and created the NHS. Doors open 6.15pm; screening at 7pm. Tickets: £10 in advance or on the door.

FRIDAY 10 MAY

BLUE BRIDGE BAND LIVE MUSIC with a variety of songs and instruments. From 1pm at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

SATURDAY 11 MAY

COFFEE & CAKE MORNING at Egton Village Hall 10:00am – 2:00pm. Tombola, raffle, book stall. Entry £5 includes cuppa, cake & one entry to the raffle. Children £2 (drink & cake). Proceeds to Dementia UK and Alzheimer’s Society.

MAGIK AND WILDS CRAFTERNOONS take place the second Saturday of every month. Quirky textile craft sessions at Whitby YHA, Abbey House, East Cliff, Whitby. Booking essential. All materials supplied. Please contact 07843 076321 for details.

SUNDAY 12 MAY

WEST GALLERY STYLE FOLK SERVICE at St John the Evangelist, Brunswick St, Whitby. A relaxed Service with music, poetry and readings on the theme of ‘Change’. Starts 11am (please note change of time for this month only).

SPRING CONCERT AT ALL SAINTS CHURCH, Hawsker featuring Whitby area concert band, Whitby music centre string ensemble, students of Hawsker school and Hawsker village band. Starts 6pm. Refreshments available. No admission charge but donations most welcome for church funds.

BALMORAL ACOUSTIC BLUES CLUB PRESENTS LONE BEAR at Saltburn Conservative Club. Starts 8pm. Tickets £12 from 07960 935263.

MONDAY 13 MAY

YORKSHIRE COUNTRYWOMEN’S ASSOCIATION

SLEIGHTS BRANCH meet every second Monday in the month at Church House, Coach Road, Sleights at 2pm. This month our speaker is Claire Marris from Whitby Museum; her talk will be ‘World War Memories’. We also have refreshments, a raffle, book exchange, outings and good company. Guests and new members warmly welcomed. For further details contact 01947 228159.

‘CURIOSITIES OF THE NORTH YORKSHIRE MOORS’ WHITBY CIVIC SOCIETY LECTURE at the Coliseum, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ from 7.00pm9.00pm. Admission: members £1; guests £3. A talk by Jane Ellis with a selection of photographs to illustrate how the hand of man has had a lasting effect on the landscape. Refreshments available during the break. For further details call 01947 811808 or visit www. whitbycivicsociety.org.uk or check out the Society’s Facebook page.

HINDERWELL WI MEETING in in St Hilda’s Old School at 6 30pm. Jenny Hill will entertain us with an evening of ‘Stories through Folk Singing’. The competition is

an item beginning with the letter “T” either crafted or found. If you are considering joining the WI you are most welcome to come along and meet and chat with us! Visitors £3.50. for further details please ring 01947 840179 / 840343.

TUESDAY 14 MAY

AISLABY Y.C.A. are holding their meeting in Aislaby Parish Hall, at 2pm. Brenda Proctor will tell us about ‘Tupperware with a difference’. Please bring along any old Tupperware items you have. Non-members are very welcome to join us, admission £2. For details call Pam on 01947 810628.

WEDNESDAY 15 MAY

‘FRONT PAGE NEWS FROM THE 1960S AND 1970S’ WITH CLAIRE MARRIS. A talk in the Normanby Room at the Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, Whitby YO21 3AE. Starts 2pm. Whitby Lit & Phil Members free, non-members £2.00. No need to book.

THURSDAY 16 MAY

HAIRSPRAY 2007 (PG) Dementia friendly cinema screening at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ Tel: 01947 825000. ‘Pleasantly plump’ teenager Tracey Turnblad teaches 1962 Baltimore a thing or two about integration after landing a spot on a local TV show. Matinee screening: 1.30pm . All welcome. Tickets; £5 (Accompanying carer free) available in advance or on the door

ELVIS VS JACKSON at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Advance tickets £8.50. On the door £10. Doors 6:15 pm, show 7:00pm. Tickets from the coffee shop or call 07580 133027.

FRIDAY 17 MAY

JAZZ & TUNES FRIDAY WITH TONY & DAVE. Live music between 12:30 – 2.00pm at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

SATURDAY 18 & SUNDAY 19 MAY

JOIN WHITBY MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES in the Museum Marquee at Whitby Fish and Ships Festival situated at the Dock. Colour in your own

prehistoric sea creature to add to the collage! Have a go in our beach finds box, see what you can identify in our collection.

THE CHIP SHOP CHRONICLES: ‘STORM IN A CHIP SHOP’ AND ‘LIFE, LOVE CHIPS’. Two short plays presented by Dogwood Productions at this year’s Whitby Fish & Ships Festival. Dock End, Whitby from 10:30am. Admission free. Also watch out for a puppeteer available helping children to form a sea life based collage at various times during the weekend!!

MONDAY 20 MAY

PARKINSON’S SUPPORT CAFÉ. Held on the third Monday of every month 11am until 12 noon at Whitby Golf Club, Sandsend Road, Whitby YO21 3SR. Simply pop in and buy yourself a coffee and meet others living with the condition, this group is for people living with Parkinson’s and their partners and friends. Tel 07789 884602 for more information.

WHITBY FLOWER CLUB are meeting in Sleights Village Hall at 2pm. Audrey Foster will be demonstrating how to make lovely arrangements using ‘Supermarket Flowers’. Non-members very welcome to join us, admission £5. For details call Margaret on 01947 603297.

WHITBY COMMUNITY NETWORK MEETING 6.00800pm, at the Rugby Club, White Leys Rd, Whitby YO21 3PB. Presentations, guest speakers and updates on the problems facing Whitby & district. Get involved – put your views forward, ask questions, seek answers. For further information https://www. whitbycommunitynetwork.org

TUESDAY 21 MAY

‘THE WALL PAINTINGS OF PICKERING CHURCH’ BY KATE GILES. Whitby Antiques & Fine Arts Society meeting starts 7.30pm at St John’s Ambulance Hall, Back St Hilda’s Tce, Whitby. Visitors: £3. New members/visitors always welcome. Meetings monthly on the third Tuesday of each month. Please call 01947 821860 or 228109 if you would like further details of the Society.

DOMINO DRIVE. A Domino Drive in aid of Christ Church, Ugthorpe will be held in The White Hart, Mickleby at 8.00pm, All welcome.

WEDNESDAY 22 MAY

WHITBY WI MEETING on the 4th Wednesday of every month from 7pm in the Northern Lights Suite, Whitby Pavilion, West Cliff, Whitby YO21 3EN. Please do come along and get involved! We love socialising,

What’s On

visiting interesting places, learning new skills and helping local projects ... and, of course, there are cakes!!

THURSDAY 23 MAY

ZONE OF INTEREST (PG) Cinema at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ Tel: 01947 825000. Rudolf Hoss, commandant of the Auschwitz Concentration Camp, lives with his wife Hedwig and their five children, in an idyllic home next to the camp. Matinee 1.30pm & Evening 7.00pm. Tickets £5 in advance or on the door.

FRIDAY 24 MAY

SALTBURN BLUES CLUB PRESENTS BIG WOLF BAND at New Marske Institute TS11 8EG. Starts 8pm.Tickets £12 from Ents24.com, and 07960 935263.

SATURDAY 25 MAY

J & THE 2 KS. Live music from 1pm featuring 60s, 70s and modern covers at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

SATURDAY 25 MAY & SUNDAY 26 MAY

DIPPY CRAFT FAIRS are back at Whitby Pavilion from 9.30am-4.30pm each day for another fabulous Quality Craft Fair in the Northern Lights Suite. As always around 50-60 stalls are expected, dogs are welcome and entry is free. Café open inside the Pavilion.

SATURDAY 25 MAY – MONDAY 27 MAY

CRAFT FAIR AT GOATHLAND VILLAGE HALL 10.00am to 4.30pm every day. Two rooms full of local crafts people selling patchwork, jewellery, knitted goods, sea glass, gifts and much more. New crafters are always welcome for our successful and long-established Craft Fairs. Contact Elsie on 01947 896333 or e-mail elsie.goathland@gmail.com.

SUNDAY 26 MAY

AN EVENING WITH DACRE STOKER DISCOVER THE SECRETS OF BRAM STOKER AND THE NOVEL DRACULA! 7:00pm at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Contact Allison Cheesman for details at alisonchees@hotmail.com

TUESDAY 28 MAY

WHITBY ART SOCIETY’S ANNUAL EXHIBITION opens at the Pannett Gallery, Pannett Park, Whitby YO21 3AE. Open Tuesday - Sunday 10.30am- 4.30pm. Entry free. (and runs until Sunday July 7)

THURSDAY 30 MAY

POOR THINGS (18) Cinema at the Coliseum Centre, Victoria Place, Whitby YO21 1EZ Tel: 01947 825000. The incredible tale of Bella Baxter, brought back to life by a brilliant and unorthodox scientist. Evening Screening 7.00pm. Tickets: £5 in advance or on the door.

FRIDAY 31 MAY

JAZZ & TUNES FRIDAY WITH ALASTAIR LAURENCE & ACCOMPANYING BAND. 12:30 – 2.00pm at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. Free entry.

Advance Notices

SATURDAY 1 JUNE

SKANDALS HIGH ENERGY PARTY SKA 7:30pm at Chapel on the Hill, Brunswick Street, Whitby YO21 1RB. For more information contact the venue at WhitbyBrunswick@outlook.com

SATURDAY 15 JUNE

MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING FAIR at Whitby Rugby Club from 1-4pm organised on behalf of the Rotary Club of Whitby & District. Live music, lots of activities and of course fun too! Mental health charities, organisations and groups that provide services locally are invited to have a table at this event to spread the word about mental health conditions, treatment options and available support services.

WEDNESDAY 19 JUNE

‘FRANK MEADOW SUTCLIFFE – THEN AND NOW’ at the Whitby Museum, Pannett Park, Whitby YO21 3AE. Starts 2pm. A talk with Mike Shaw, formerly of the Sutcliffe Gallery. BOOKING ESSENTIAL for this popular talk. Tickets available via museum reception or the ‘What’s on’ section of Whitby Museum website. www.whitbymuseum.org.uk. One of our Wednesday Talks, Free to Lit & Phil members but please reserve your space.

AskAlison

Tuesday 4 June

Danby Village Hall, Wellington Close, Danby, YO21 2LY 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Wednesday 5 June

Robinson Institute, High St, Glaisdale, YO21 2PW 2:30pm - 4:30pm

I’m Alison Hume and I’m standing to be your Labour MP at the next General Election.

I’ve arranged some opportunities in June for you to meet me over a cuppa and a piece of cake. All venues are fully accessible too.

This is your chance to ask me those burning questions, tell me what matters to you, and hear what your friends and neighbours think too.

Don’t worry if you can’t see a venue near you; we will be adding more Ask Alison dates soon. Please check my website, give me a call, or scan here:

I’m really looking forward to meeting you soon.

Thursday 6 June

Hinderwell Village Hall, 7 Runswick Lane, Hinderwell, TS13 5HP 2:30pm - 4:30pm

Saturday 8 June

Staithes Village Hall, Cliff Road, Staithes, TS13 5AD 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Tuesday 4 June

Egton Village Hall, Egton, YO21 1TT 5pm - 7pm

Friday 14 June

Goathland Village Hall, The Common, Goathland YO22 5JS 3:30pm - 5:30pm

Saturday 15 June

Sleights Village Hall, 53 Coach Road, Sleights, YO22 5BT 11:30am - 1:30pm

Saturday 15 June

Flowergate URC, 24 Flowergate, Whitby, YO21 3BA 5pm - 7pm

Visit alisonhume.com/askalison or call me on 07763 449266 for more dates

Promoted by Zoe Birtwhistle on behalf of Alison Hume, both at Woodend Creative Workspace, The Crescent, Scarborough, YO11 2PW.

A Good Read Dead Man Talking

By Jonathan Squirrell.

“Okay, I know what you’re thinking, but let’s get one thing straight: No. I’m not a vampire. I mean, yes, I rely on blood to sustain my part-human, semi-immortal lifestyle, but that’s as far as it goes, alright?”

For the dead man talking, each death is only a new beginning – as long as someone can be relied upon to donate enough blood to bring him back to life. But it’s hard to fit in when you’re legally dead, and a youth marred by constant reinventions has made relationships and employment seem futile. Unable to gain a foothold in the real world, he begins to question what it means to be human, to be a monster, and to exist.

Offering a fresh and frequently hilarious take on immortality, Dead Man Talking is the story of one man’s many lives: from a hedonistic quest to determine whether pleasure alone can bring fulfilment, to a wayward journey of discovery with the self-styled King of the Goths. At the point of giving up, he finally comes to understand the meaning of life – but nothing is without cost, and his

genetics will not allow him to escape his fate.

Jonathan explains: ‘Apparently, Bram Stoker wrote Dracula after a disturbing dream. I actually had a dream about having a vampirelike condition giving immortality. But it wasn’t a powerful, romantic immortality, just a vaguely depressing feeling. When I woke up, the basic ideas for the condition were all in my head, and I felt that it could be the basis for an interesting character.’

Jonathan Squirrell grew up in Whitby. He has written scripts performed in village halls and had song lyrics sung on BBC Radio 4. Jonathan is a writing tutor, and lives in Hull with his family.

The Adventures of Pandora Pettigrew Puss Wuss 2

By June McCleave.

The Adventures of Pandora Pettigrew Puss Wuss 2 is the second story about a very pampered Persian cat with big green eyes who lives in The Magical Moorland Manor in Groatland with her Mummy, Mrs. Pomeroy Pilkington Puce. Pandora Pettigrew Puss Wuss simply loves adventures, and in this new book, she hears rumours about buried treasure at Whitby Abbey and decides to join the Goths in their quest to find it. Does she find it? Well, you will have to buy a copy of this fabulous children’s book by June McCleave to find out!

Children from around the age of 8 will love this book... and of course adults too! The book is full of amazing illustrations, created by June’s son, Tim, using AI software. All names in the story are cleverly based on real names in and around Whitby.

June will be selling her book at Whitby Goth Festival on Saturday 27 April inside Whitby Pavilion. Why not pop in, have a chat with June and get a signed copy? The book can also be purchased in Holman’s

book shop on Skinner Street, or on Amazon as a paperback or Kindle.

June McCleave is a local retired schoolteacher. Every penny raised from the sale of this book will go to Newcastle University for groundbreaking research into a cure for blood cancer. June’s son, Peter, has been battling with myeloma for a number of years. To date, June and her family have raised the £50,000 needed to start the research, including £5,000 from the sale of her first book The Adventures of PandoraPettigrewPussWuss and alsoJustaVillage Kid and Other Ramblings, an autobiographical account of June growing up in the 1950s, along with her poetry and creative writing. signedWinacopy! See page 48

Whitby & Esk Valley Active Travel promote a healthy, greener life

Active Travel (walking, wheeling, cycling, scooting etc) has many benefits. In terms of physical health it reduces the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and much more. It provides a level of core fitness, and it promotes mental well-being.

The conversion of many short trips from car to active travel has been costed as being able to save the NHS £17bn over 20 years, and once this becomes a habit the savings increase further. The consequential reduction in car journeys would mean less pollution, CO2, and noise (and less traffic for those who do need to use a vehicle). Using active travel to get to/from school has proven benefits to attainment also. Finally it results in more social contact and better sense of community. What is not to like?

How are we doing?

Current activity levels in Whitby and District are around national average for walking, but amongst the lowest in the county / country for cycling. Analysing why this is the case, we have paths near roads that are not pedestrian friendly. The risk perception near to roads is putting people off, and there are barriers to entry to some paths, particularly for the disabled. For cycling we have a single cycle path, just 2.5km in the Whitby urban area with poor access and no plan for any improvements; contrast that with Scarborough which has 18km in the urban area and not just a plan but also funding for implementing it. Cycle to school is not part of

the school Travel Plan for much of our district as a consequence of the poor infrastructure and risk perception.

A Plan for the future?

Some hope is in sight, with development of a Local Cycling Walking Infrastructure Plan (LCWIP) currently starting. This will involve community engagement, and it is hoped to complete by August/September this year, resulting in a document defining what routes are needed. Thereafter funding will be needed to implement it.

Current investment in active travel in London is around £24/person/year and has been maintained over several years so much so that there are more people cycling in central London than in vehicles. North Yorkshire is currently lagging far behind at just £2.69/person/year, with Whitby and District below that.

Playing our part

We need to do better and, with a view to assisting North Yorkshire Council, we have registered a charity, Whitby & Esk Valley Active Travel, to facilitate the development of active travel infrastructure in Whitby and District, as well as to promote more people taking part to benefit from the amazing groups who organise walking and cycling in the area. We are 4 residents with different skill sets but a common goal, getting more uptake of active travel in this area. We have a website (https:// www.whitbyactivetravel.org.uk) and social media, so please follow and share. Our initial priorities are providing access for all to existing paths, and to assist in kids being able to walk/cycle/scoot to school. Please let us know what you think, and get in touch if you’d like to be involved.

Barriers To Access Survey

One of our first tasks is a survey, in conjunction with Whitby DAG, about “Barriers To Access” for paths, trails and rights-of-way, basically anything that stops people getting on a path. Please follow this link: www.whitbyactivetravel.org.uk/path-access/ Please complete it for each location that you are aware of, and share it with friends. We will use the results to define where barriers need removing.

We hope to have much more to report in the coming months and years.

YORKSHIRE LOFT LADDERS, QUALITY YOU CAN TRUST!

These days most homeowners suffer from a lack of storage space. So many precious items that need to be kept – but where to store it all? That’s where Yorkshire Loft Ladders come in.

The company, based locally, offers homeowners the opportunity to maximise their storage space with a loft ladder, 50 sq ft of boarding and a light all fully fitted in less than a day from just £277 + VAT. But it’s not just the affordability of the package the company offers that makes Yorkshire Loft Ladders stand out as manager Mark Hodson explains:

‘Our watchwords are Quality, Integrity and Value. Quality in the materials that we use for all our installations and the fact that all our loft packages are fitted by time served tradesmen so our customers are assured of the best job. Integrity in that we will turn up at the time we say and make sure the house is spotless when we leave, and Value in that we offer our services at a price people can afford.

Our business relies on referrals and we got a huge amount of our calls from people who have been referred to us by our existing customers - that simply wouldn’t happen if we didn’t adhere to our overriding principles. At the end of the day the old adage that happy customers lead to more happy customers is true and we work hard to make that happen for every installation we carry out!’

So, if you want to make use of your loft space, however big or small, call Mark on 0800 612 8359 and he’ll be happy to pop round and give you a no obligation quote so you too can make use of your loft!

Win a signed copy of DeadManTalking!

Dead Man Talking is the story of one man’s many lives: from a hedonistic quest to determine whether pleasure alone can bring fulfilment, to a wayward journey of discovery...

Complete the crossword then rearrange the marked letters to form the answer to the following clue:

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Please email the mystery hidden word(s), with your full name, address & telephone number to: crosswords@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk .

Alternatively you can post your entry to us at the following address: Whitby Advertiser, PO Box 120, Whitby, YO21 3ED

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Prize Competition

brand new competition - Find Crocco!

Our friends at the Crocodile Tapas Bar on Flowergate have been in touch to tell us that their resident crocodile 'Crocco' has escaped! Worry not, Crocco is tame, very shy and often hides away. A reward of a £10 voucher to be redeemed on their fantastic array of tapas goodies, has been offered if you can find Crocco who is hidden away on one of the pages of the magazine.

Can you find me?

I'm hiding away on one of the pages of this month's magazine!

How to play. Examine each page closely to see if you can find Crocco.

To enter the competition. Readers must submit the page number and a brief description of where they found Crocco to the following email: competitions@whitbyadvertiser.co.uk .

Prize: The Crocodile Tapas Bar of Flowergate will provide a £10 voucher to the lucky winner.

Deadline and Winner: The deadline to submit your entry is the 15th of each month. The winner will be drawn randomly from all correct competition entries and published in the following issue of the magazine.

All that leaves is for you to go find Crocco!

Last issues winner!

Philip Denham of Whitby who found Crocco on page 47!

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Projects that will make your home go from drab to fab!

Embarking on a journey to renovate or just improve your home is an exciting endeavour for homeowners. Whether driven by a desire for increased functionality, enhanced aesthetics, or improved property value, home improvement projects offer endless opportunities for transformation.

Here are some of the most popular home improvement projects that captivate homeowners’ and may even inspire a project of your own.

Kitchen Renovation. Renovating the kitchen reigns supreme as one of the most popular home improvement projects. From updating worktops and cabinets to installing state-of-the-art appliances, homeowners aim to create a functional and visually appealing culinary space that serves as the heart of the family home.

Bathroom Remodelling. Transforming bathrooms into luxurious retreats is another coveted project. Upgrading fixtures, adding modern amenities like rainfall showers or heated floors, and optimising storage contribute to creating a spa-like oasis for relaxation and rejuvenation.

Outdoor Living Spaces. With a growing emphasis on outdoor living, homeowners are investing in creating inviting outdoor spaces. This includes building decking and patios, installing fire pits, BBQ areas, and landscaping to achieve a seamless transition between indoor and outdoor living.

Energy-Efficient Upgrades. Conscious of environmental impact and utility costs, homeowners

are increasingly opting for energy-efficient upgrades. Installing solar panels, upgrading insulation, replacing windows and doors, and integrating smart home technologies to help reduce energy consumption and enhance sustainability.

Home Office Conversion. As working remotely has grown since the pandemic, homeowners are transforming spare rooms, cellars and loft spaces into functional home offices.

A lick of paint! A fresh coat of paint can work wonders in refreshing interior spaces. Whether opting for trendy hues or timeless neutrals, painting walls, ceilings, and skirting boards instantly refreshes and adds personality to rooms.

Flooring Upgrades. Upgrading flooring materials can drastically enhance the aesthetics and durability of a home.

Kerb Appeal. First impressions matter and enhancing your homes kerb appeal is important. This may be landscaping the front garden, exterior painting or simply power washing tired drives and paths.

Smart Home Integration. With technology playing an increasingly prominent role in daily life, homeowners are embracing smart home integration. From automated lighting and thermostats to security systems and entertainment set-ups, smart home technologies enhance convenience, comfort, and security within the home.

Investing is any of these projects can not just improve your quality of life but also increase the value of your property for years to come.

Puzzle Time

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Mind Bender

What is the hidden phrase?

Hidden Object

Find the 5 cats in this old pottery workshop.

Can you find these Game of Thrones characters?

Arya Benjen

Bran Brienne Bronn Cersei Daario Daenerys Eddard

Gilly

Grey Worm

Hodor

Jaime Joffrey

Jon Snow Jorah Melisandre Missandei

Ned Petyr

Ramsay Rickon Robb Robert Samwell Sansa Shae Theon Tormund Tyrion Varys Walder Ygritte

Sudoku Challenge

Garden View

By Rachel Leverton

As a novice gardener I spent a lot of time pulling out nettles from the overgrown patch I inherited when I bought my first home. Fast forward twenty years and I have learned that I was doing the humble nettle a disservice.

Contrary to their reputation for stinging and being a pervasive nuisance, nettles offer numerous (and free) benefits. These include serving as a rich nutrient source for your garden, attracting helpful insects, and even being a delightful edible option when gathered properly.

You can leverage the nutrient-rich nature of nettles by making a homemade, organic liquid fertilizer. Nettles are packed with some fabulous gardenfriendly elements such as nitrogen, calcium, and magnesium, all vital for plant growth.

Any part of the plant can be used, even the older, tougher parts, and the process is straightforward. Chop the nettles and pack them into a sealable container (to mitigate any unpleasant smells) before submerging them in water. Let the mixture sit for about a month to create a potent nettle tea. Dilute this tea with water in a ratio of 1:10 for a nutrient-rich feed, ideal for nurturing leafy greens like kale, chard, and spinach.

Nettles also double as an excellent mulch for bigger plants or fruit bushes and act as a compost accelerator by enhancing the breakdown process in your compost pile. However, avoid using the roots or seeds, to prevent unintended growth.

By allowing some nettles to grow on your patch, you support the life cycle of butterfly species such as red admiral, small tortoiseshell, painted lady, and comma butterflies, and also offer a habitat for beneficial insects such as ladybirds, which control aphid populations and other garden pests.

In addition to their usefulness in the garden, nettles are a versatile ingredient in the kitchen. Using gloves to avoid the stings, nettles can be harvested and used just like spinach, boasting a similar high iron content. They're perfect for steaming or as the base for a soup - blend boiled potatoes and tender nettles with vegetable stock, season and enrich with a spoon of cream for a hearty dish... perfect after a day working in the garden!

Happy gardening!

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