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A message from the Editor Welcome to the new look bumper Autumn edition of What’s Happening magazine! As you can see we have increased the magazine size to an extensive 80 pages so you can now enjoy even more of what WHM has to offer. On Page 8 you can get the lowdown on Brighton Comedy Festival with WHM’s exclusive interview with national favourite Lucy Porter.
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eginning off a small pier in Selsey (West Sussex) in 1971, Birdman has always been a gathering of the innovative and the fun. However, now that it’s become an internationally broadcasted event, Birdman’s got bigger and moved onto the shores of Worthing and Bognor Regis. This year’s event was held over the weekend of the 10th/11th August with many fresh new faces taking up the challenge. From charity fundraisers to seasoned ‘professionals’ (Ron Freeman, a condor class regular, has become a famous figure on the Birdman scene, stealing many wins over the last few years - and even again this year!) the birdman runway is a real show of characters, all with their eyes set on a giant yellow buoy that marks the forward distance 100m prize of £10,000. As hoards of spectators lined the sunny beach and pier to get the best view of the platform, a silver band kicked off the day’s events. From an extreme action jet ski team and their glorious show of flips and dives to small local craft stalls and delicious beach foods, this was to be no ordinary day at the beach. As anxious flyers waited by the ramp, there was a great sense of energy and a rush of nerves. We spoke to competitor and first time flyer, ‘Kingfisher’ Melanie James. Bravely taking to the skies as part of her challenge to do 52 new things to raise money and awareness for mental health charities, Melanie told us,“I’m excited as I’ve never really done anything like this before but I’m scared of heights so probably won’t be doing anything like it again!” Whilst strong winds proved a challenge to even the most professional flyers, and a lot of the handmade novelty crafts left unable to take off at all, it didn’t deter the Birdmen and Birdwomen’s efforts to fly as far as they could. In fact, the weather conditions even gave a few flyers an advantage with a record-breaking result from 3 flyers who exceeded the 100-metre goal. It’s this kind of adventurous spirit and daring humour that makes Birdman such an annual success and, safely from the spectator sidelines, we will be returning to watch next year.
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BrightonCOMED Words and interview by Manni Dheensa and Stella Lennon
FComedy Festival will see its welcome return rom the 4th-20th of October, Brighton
to the south. With prestigious venues such as The Old Market, Komedia and Brighton Dome playing host to over 70 performances and 40 side-splitting acts, this is sure-fire diverse comedy at its best.
From the philosophical musings of Stewart Lee to the charm and chattiness of Lucy Porter and Alan Carr (who will be hosting the opening night gala for the second year running), the appeal is guaranteed to be broad. Local act Sean Walsh will be representing the south, whilst comedians such as Alexei Sayle have the scope to attract an older demographic. Established big-room fillers such as Jimmy Carr and Sean Lock promise to attract with their more than apt comedic take on everyday life and observational wit. As well as the fans favourites, the festival features a promising line-up of newcomers. Rapperturned-comedian Doc Brown looks to deliver his unique take on pop culture, his material skilfully presented through street poetry. Whilst this may resonate with the masses, Doc Brown also maintains the respect of rap enthusiasts and hip-hop heads alike. Sara Pascoe continues her “Vs.” series (this time “Sara Pascoe Vs. The Truth”); her surrealist take on comedy an acquired taste but one that certainly has me smiling. It is options as varied as this that set the Brighton Comedy Festival apart. As cliché as it sounds, there truly is something for everyone. Locals will be happy to hear that the festival will be continuing the 2012 Squawker Award - up and coming comedians going head-to-head for the opportunity to win a cash prize, as well as the chance to perform at the festivals closing night. The Squawker Award, in association with Komedia and Jill Edwards Comedy Workshops/ Comic Boom, is a welcome opportunity for locals to compete, regardless of comedic accomplishments and genre. With over 12 years experience, Brighton Comedy Festival has established itself as one of the best in the country, last years festival attracting over 30,000 visitors. With acts still to be added to the already esteemed bill, this year’s comedy festival promises to be as grand as ever.
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WHM caught up with comedian Lucy Porter ahead of her performance at Brighton Comedy Festival to find out how an actress, writer and mother is adjusting to becoming a high flying stand up comic.
What’s your experience of Brighton been like in the past? It’s definitely less reserved than other cities. It’s a bit of a party town so I always have a lot of fun there, the crowd are always ready for a good time.
When playing a festival, is there a lot of competition between comedians? There is a bit of competition, but there’s a great sense of camaraderie. I think behind the scenes comedians are pretty dull people. All we ever talk about is traffic and sat navs.
What’s the worst heckle you’ve received from an audience? I’m pretty lucky, I’ve never been heckled badly just the usual “get your tits out”. I haven’t heard that for a while though, so either the crowds are becoming more liberal or no-one wants to see my tits anymore. I do remember a birthday party I played where the crowd didn’t really laugh once. There was a mind-reader on just after me, we crossed paths after I finished my set and he said, referring to the crowd, “you don’t want to know what they’re thinking”.
Do you have any unusual talents? I did a lot of Irish dancing in my youth and after a couple of wines I can always be persuaded to knock out a river dance.
Looking back on your career, would you say there are any crowning moments that stand out for you? Playing big venues like Hammersmith Apollo, where I saw some of my favourite bands when I was younger, was a personal thrill. It’s a fantastic job, I look back on my career quite fondly.
Do you have any tips for upcoming comedians?
“I’m pretty lucky, I’ve never been heckled badly - just the usual ‘get your tits out’”
Get a good sat nav! Showbiz can be quite brutal at times, so be prepared for that, and lots of travelling! Also, remember that good oldfashioned willpower can always overcome your nerves. You can catch Lucy Porter’s Northern Soul show on the 19th October at Brighton Dome.
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Take a walk on the Wilde side words: hannah frankie staff
Sussex’s best kept secret, the brighton little theatre hosts the opening of oscar wilde’s
‘A woman of no importance.’ It’s a warm summer’s evening and I’m lucky enough to have been invited to the opening night of Oscar Wilde’s only commission, ‘A Woman of No Importance’, at Brighton Little Theatre. Against the hordes of BBQ-clad beach goers, I wind my way through central Brighton to Clarence Square (opposite Primark) where this intimate 71-seat venue and former chapel hides itself. Founded in 1940, this not-for-profit theatre company is anything but amateur. Producing at least 10 - 12 plays per year, the active cast and crew is formed entirely of volunteers, making such a high-standard of performance impressive to say the least. With all the usual eloquence and wordplay expected of Wilde, an abundance of aphorisms and the biting social critique is powerfully driven by the talented cast. Laughout-loud humour, extravagant costumes and a stealing performance by Alistair Birch as Lord Illingworth, makes this 673rd production by Brighton Little Theatre live up to its own maxim: “Nothing succeeds like excess”. Amidst a bustling bar of post-play audience excitement, I manage to steal the plays director, Harry Atkinson, into the courtyard to congratulate him on such a success and find out a little more about this little theatrical powerhouse.
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director harry atkinson
A Woman of No Importance is largely recognised as Wilde’s most difficult play – why choose it? Oscar Wilde is one of the greatest playwrights because of his inventiveness with language. I’ve always wanted to direct ‘A Woman of No Importance’ as it is the only play in which Wilde actually says what he believes. As Wilde puts his words into the voice of the American Hester Worsley, my own challenge was to reveal such scorn for English society in a way that would be accessible to a 21st century audience.
Well the audience was certainly involved – I’ve never heard such laughter in theatre! Did you anticipate such a reaction and how do you prepare your cast for such an intimate performance? Wilde always worked with big casts and his plays were always topical. Part of making the production relevant was to cut out a lot of the script and focus on the four main characters. When you’re working in such a small venue the relationship between audience and stage is vital. We spend a lot of time preparing the cast but you never know how an audience will respond and that is part of what makes it so exciting.
You only had 5 weeks to prepare and rehearse. How do you create such developed characters and depth of performance in such a tight production process?
“When you’re working in such a small venue the relationship between audience and stage is vital”
The entire team, both backstage and on stage, are extremely dedicated and we rehearse 4 times a week for the whole 5 weeks. Everyone has full time jobs outside of the Theatre so there has to be a real love there to make it worthwhile. We work closely together to develop a trust which you just have to have. Particularly in the early stages, there is a lot of talking. We want the characters and story to continue off-stage – where have the characters come from? Where are they going? The scene shouldn’t start and stop with the stage.
It all seems extremely professional – do you need stage experience to get involved? We always need help and are always on the lookout for new members. There are many aspects of theatre (acting, directing, backstage work, lighting, set design, costumes) to get involved with and whilst a lot of us do have some experience it is by no means essential. We are all volunteers and we are all amateurs. The professionalism comes from our commitment and our passion for what we do.
Become a Friend of Brighton Little Theatre for just £5 a year and receive advance notice of productions by emailing friends@brightonlittletheatre.com For membership details visit the website www.brightonlittletheatre.com or ring 01273 777748. Loveplay by Moira Buffini running at Brighton Little Theatre from 1st -5th October. Tickets £9.
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READ FOR RNIB day 2013
Words: Adam Timmons and Dan Alder
The Royal National Institute of Blind People, or RNIB, is a charity that supports people living with blindness and partial sightedness. One of the things everybody deserves to enjoy is reading and that’s why the charity provides services such as the Talking Books, read out by kind volunteers with wonderful voices. Alongside this is Braille print. The RNIB has helped countless people with their National Library Service which provides Braille editions of thousands of books. WHM was fortunate enough to talk to 17-year-old Anna Barham, an avid user of the National Library Service. Anna has septo-optic dysplasia, an absence of a midline part of the brain which can cause visual impairment. In 2009 Anna won first prize in the Junior Fine Works competition for her amazing essay about how Braille changed her life. We wondered if there should be more campaigning for Braille print?
‘ Two million people in the UK are affected by blindness or partial sightedness. There should be more education for the general public. Most people don’t understand about visual impairness and are not really aware of what’s out there and how people can live normal lives.’ The RNIB’s services are crucial and to raise awareness, and also raise money, the charity organises an event every year called Read For RNIB Day. It takes place as a series of local events and can involve anything from reading competitions to literary quizzes. The 2013 event theme is Alice in Wonderland so some people are staging Mad Hatter Tea Parties as a fun and delicious way to raise funds. This year it takes place on October 11th and everyone is invited to help out and join in. Read For RNIB is just one of many fundraising events which are needed to keep money flowing into the charity. Supporting people, like Anna, who need it is too important to neglect and these days charities are struggling financially. For more information and to register a Read For RNIB event visit: www.readforrnib.org.uk
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Friday 11 October 2013
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Read for RNIB Day is their biggest fundraising event, now in its third year.
Where: Events will be taking place in workplaces, homes, schools and community groups throughout the UK.
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Salinger Words: Laurie Jamieson A documentary about the brilliant but reclusive J.D Salinger (author of ‘The Catcher in the Rye’) is perhaps long overdue. Due to Salinger’s retiring nature, it’s no wonder it has taken over seven years to complete. It’s worth the wait. A labour of love directed by Shane Solando, it features interviews with friends, colleagues and a host of stars whose lives and work were inspired by Salinger. Unseen material could make this a must see for fans and non-fans alike. Released: 6th September
FILMS FILMS Riddick
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Rush Words: Sam Evans
Following on from where ‘Pitch Black’ and ‘The Chronicles of Riddick’ left off, Vin Diesel dons his welding glasses and leather outfit for the reprisal of his role of Riddick. After being stranded on the same scorched and apparently lifeless planet from the prior films, Riddick is once again left for dead with an infinite amount of alien beasts to beat up and kill. Just when it couldn’t get any worse for Riddick, there are also two spaceships heading for his location after a bounty is set on his head, one full of a new breed of mercenaries and the other lead by a figure from his past. Dreamy Diesel has got his work cut out for him. This seems like a film that could actually leave a good taste in your mouth, action packed from the start with an incredible amount of gore and a good few twists thrown in their for good measure. Expect topless Vin Diesel, extravagant special effects, incredible fight scenes and a platform for future sequels and spin-offs. Excited? Yes.
Veteran cinematographer Ron Howard directs Thor’s Chris Hemsworth in Rush, an exhilarating tale of competition, rivalry and James Hunt’s (Hemsworth) quest to become Formula 1 world champion. Based on a true story this is a classic action film and audiences will be gripped from start to finish as we see both drivers pushing themselves to the limit to reach the ultimate prize in sport.
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Words: Laurie Jamieson Arctic Monkeys tongue-in-cheekily titled new album ‘AM’ is set for release on September 9th. The recent single ‘Do I Wanna Know’ and the stylish, minimal artwork could signify AM’s most seductive album yet. Especially if recent form is anything to go by. For those of you who didn’t see Arctic Monkey’s headline Glastonbury slot, it was dirty. Filthy almost. Alex Turners rock’n’roll gyrations should come with an explicit content warning. However, the transformation of Sheffield’s fab four from spotty adolescents to such unstoppable purveyors of sexy indie rock is glorious to behold. With hip-hop and blues influences, Josh Homme (QOTSA) contributing on vocals and James Ford returning to producing duties, I cannot wait to ‘Suck it and See’.
Daedelus Drown Out [Anticon]
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Canadian born R&B artist The Weeknd has been making big waves recently, especially after the release of his thirty-track album ‘Trilogy’ last year. ‘Kiss Land’ has large footsteps to follow - but this may be his best showcase yet. Although he may seem a bit pretentious, The Weeknd performs tracks that are renowned for being packed full with well-orchestrated rhythms and beats layered over only by his melancholy vocals. The artist describes his influences from film-makers such as Cronenberg and Carpenter who, all known for creating fear and tension, prove similar to the life he leads whilst touring: “you feel scared, listen to the music because I want you to feel what I’m feeling. ‘Kiss Land’ is like a horror movie.” Pick up this album, test your taste buds and see if it whets your appetite.
September sees the return of LA beat-scene maverick Daedelus. In the form of a twelve-track album released via Anticon, the album, in typical Daedelus fashion, displays genre-merging versatility with influences ranging from Musique Concrete to Juke. The writing process seemed to be a cathartic one, as Daedelus states: “Music can be this ultimate form of poetry, a place to express huge ideas and a whole range of emotion in a few minutes.”
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Ever had a moment you wanted to quickly capture in a short video clip? Vine is your answer. It’s a free social network app that allows you to record and share your life in 6 second video clips which you can also share to your Facebook and Twitter. Whether you want to show and tell or make an artsy animation, Vine is an open platform to a lot of creative and social possibilities.
SNAPCHAT Words: Zahra Lee Sending weird pictures of yourself to your friends has never been so much fun until now. With a simple to use interface, Snapchat is an image-based messaging app where you can take and send others photos that can be seen for a limited time, and it’s then gone forever. It even has a video and drawing feature. Free to download and quick to sign up to, having fun is a snap!
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DOCTOR SLEEP Words: Sam Evans Legendary Horror writer Stephen King has excited the world over with the release of Doctor Sleep, a follow up to the 1977 classic The Shining. The sequel features Dan Torrance, the boy in the original novel and film, now grown up and still trying to escape his father’s legacy. Readers will be gripped as we see Dan faced between a battle of good and evil; fighting to save a young girl from the mysterious True Knot group by becoming Doctor Sleep.
ANIMAL CROSSING Words: Zahra Lee Charming, adorable and fun - just some of the words I would use to describe the latest instalment to the Animal Crossing franchise. Whilst most games require a lot of concentration and fast paced action, New leaf offers a nice, relaxing change of pace with a wide range of activities you can engage yourself in for hours, coming back for more each day to see what new wonders you can find, catch and collect. ACNL is a game for all ages guaranteed to keep you entertained.
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The Signature of all things Words: Jenny Prentice - Holmes Liked ‘Eat, Pray, Love’? This is another story by Elizabeth Gilbert; one of love, adventure and discovery. From London to Philadelphia, Peru to Amsterdam, ‘The Signature of All Things’ is a book that reaches across both space and time; spanning the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. As Botanical explorer, Alma, meets a man quite the opposite to her scientific mind, he entices her to notice the spiritual and magical world and together they long to find the reasons of life. Deep and daring , fastpaced and yet still moving, this is an unusual romance that is guaranteed to touch the hearts and minders of readers. Elizabeth Gilbert at her best.
books books Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy Words: Rebecca Dale-Everett Named one of the top ten novels of the 20th Century, Fielding’s Bridget Jones’s Diary spawned two movies and a sequel. Fourteen years later Bridget is back and this time she’s diving into the world of internet dating where one must avoid texting when under the influence of alcohol. With the humour that enticed readers years ago, Mad About the Boy is destined to be a success.
GAMES GAMES
GTA V
Words: Max Necus
GTA V is breaking boundaries again. Set over an entire city this is bigger than Rockstar has ever attempted before; played out with a trio of protagonists that can easily be switched between in one button. The gameplay looks quite similar to the previous game but the activities and interactive ability seem ready to be a signature feature of the franchise. GTA V is set to be the best game of 2013 so if you have to rob a shop in style to get it (not recommended) you don’t respawn.
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“Digital is contrived, too cold and clinical. There’s just no warmth or depth to it.”
An independent record shop is a rare thing in this digital age but The Record Album, a humble little shop in the centre of Brighton, remains resilient and unshaken. Established in 1948, George Ginn, the musical encyclopaedia behind the till, took over after leaving the air force in 1962. Today, the variety and obscurity is staggering – everything from Quincy Jones to Bernard Herrmann, Franz Liszt to George’s favourite conductor, Sir Thomas Beecham. During the boom of the 1980’s there were more than 2,200 record stores in the UK. Today there are fewer than 300. This rapid fall of the high-street music retailer has had an air of inevitability about it. With legal and illegal downloading growing uncontrollably, it has become increasingly difficult for shops to compete with the online market. The collapse of places like HMV and Zavvi have made it harder to find hard copies of the music you love and this personal touch to music is clearly lacking in the digital world. “Digital” is a forbidden word within the shop. “Don’t even mention digital to me! Digital sound I do not rate at all. There is no comparison [to vinyl] at all, analogue sound is a natural sound. It’s the way we talk and hear ourselves. Digital is contrived, too cold and clinical. There’s just no warmth or depth to it.” We asked George Ginn whether he thinks Vinyl still has a place in the music world? “Oh gosh yes! In 1983 people succumbed to all the wild claims made of compact disc, saying digital sound is the most pure sound of all. It was a load of rubbish. And people fell for it. Now they’re desperate to get all their LPs back. Obviously the prices have shot up because it’s 30 years since the advent of the compact disc in 1983.” The shop survives by having a loyal clientele of enthusiasts and collectors alike. “I deal with a lot of DJs, people who sample, and groups like The Kooks and The Coral. The Avalanches spent the whole day in the shop. Radiohead were last to come in, Thom, whatever his name is. Damon Albarn’s been in too but Amon Tobin has to be one of my favourite customers and I even received credit on his last compact disc”. The future of the music industry may be uncertain but one thing is for sure, to see shops like this disappear would be no less than a tragedy. How can you help? Turn down the digital and turn up The Record Album. The Record Album, 8 Terminus Road, Brighton, BN1 3PD
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CLLR Geoffrey Bowden Chair of Economic Development AND Culture Committee
As the Chair of Economic Development and Culture Committee, Geoffrey Bowden is responsible for the council’s activity in regards to culture, tourism, economic growth and employment. Within this role Geoffrey was extremely keen to meet our students at WHM and see how the magazine worked with ProActive Training to help local jobseekers get into work.
“there’s only one word needed to describe Proactive’s intensive training course. Inspiring!”
Simon Kirby MP LOCAL MP FOR KEMPTOWN
Sussex born and bred, local MP Simon Kirby is committed to making a difference to our community. In 2010 Simon was elected to represent Brighton Kemptown in Parliament; his constituency stretching from the Pier to Peacehaven and from the Marina to Moulsecoomb. As one of only two mathematicians in Parliament, Simon is keen to promote the benefits of continual learning and The Open University: “Education isn’t something you just do in school. It’s from birth to the grave.” Politics affects everyone and with so many University graduates currently unemployed, we were keen to meet with Simon and have our own Creative Media students ask him a few questions…
What are you doing to help local unemployed people? “Providing the right training for where there are jobs is so important. There is plenty of work out there but there seems to be a real disjoint between employees and the unemployed. We need stronger communication to put the two of you together, providing workers with a skillset that marries up to the jobs available.”
What advice would you give to us for presenting ourselves to employers?
On top of the important task of deciding the ‘business side’ of Brighton and Hove, Geoffrey has the final say on local music “Sell yourself. They need you; you just need to tell them why. gigs and concerts, such as the upcoming Shakedown and SDS Have confidence in your abilities and don’t be afraid to put festivals, and recently worked in partnership with We Are Pop Up yourself out there. You can never market yourself too much.” (an event which brought together like-minded creative, sharing ideas and showcasing their cultural and artistic work). “It was inspiring to see so many young people, not only For our students on the Creative Media course this was a great opportunity to meet a man so involved in the industry and he certainly proved to be an engaging and highly entertaining visitor. An amateur thespian and journalist by profession, Geoffrey took the time to speak to the students one by one, enquiring about their educational backgrounds and hopes for the future.
eager to learn, but to put their skills to use in the world of work.”
Overall the Councillor’s visit was a huge success, Geoffrey was able to see first-hand the talent and skill of local unemployed people who are directly impacted by his work.
“I was delighted to see first hand the excellent work that is being done to help young people find work.”
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corey
kate
As a highly creative individual, I regularly express myself in writing, fashion, design and performance.
Since leaving school I have acquired a range of skills. From apprenticeships and work in IT support, business administration and sales and marketing to more handson jobs involving heavy machinery, I am a motivated and hardworking indivudual.
After studying Media Studies, Photography and Creative Advertising at college, I spent seven months travelling around Africa and Asia, volunteering at various schools and orphanages where I taught English and worked in administration.
Overall, I enjoy learning new skills particularly within the IT and technology industries - there is always something new to learn! Since being with WHM my confidence has grown dramatically and my writing skills have improved beyond recognition. I am now looking forward to my future and next stage of employment.
Since returning to find myself unemployed, I have made the most of my spare time by undertaking an internship at Marie Claire fashion magazine as wardrobe assistant.
I am a keen reader and have an active interest in finding out new things to explore and share. I have exceptional people skills and flair with the English language. Working for WHM has made me realise that many of my skills I have seen as separate are all key parts of journalism. I have been incredibly driven to impress in everything that I do and hope to pursue this as a career in the future.
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I’ve found my skills lie in problem solving, organisation and creativity within photography and journalism.
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I am a highly motivated, hard working and reliable individual. With over 3 year’s experience in IT related subjects such as web and software development, networking and programming languages, I am keen to continue a career within ICT and to have the opportunity to utilise these skills further.
A creative and critical thinker, I graduated from Sussex University with a BA in English Literature and Philosophy.
After tailoring my creative journalism degree to focus on magazine design, I developed an enthusiasm for layouts. With this came training in Adobe software which I applied to my graphic and marketing internship. Separate from this, I run my own beauty blog – covering everything from design, to writing and social media.
I’m a self-motivated individual with strong analytical skills who enjoys working both within a team and on my own initiative. Whilst working at WHM, I have found and developed new skills such as article writing and photography.
My work for WHM and the positive feedback I have received during my time here has inspired me to stay active as an independent journalist. I maintain my own blog for creative and critical writing, and I also have a talent for proofreading and editing. As an ambitious, innovative and organised person, I look forward to a career in creative media or publishing.
Currently working on producing my own magazine, I am looking for employment in design, social media and writing. Working with WHM has been a worthwhile experience and reaffirmed the direction I want to go in.
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sam
An active and confident person I am willing to excel myself in any given situation - my aim is to work within the media industry. At University I studied Media, Communication and Society, providing me with skills and experience in marketing, communication, journalism, research, creative writing and time management.
A highly motivated individual with a passion for producing, I am seeking a position within a documentary production company. I graduated with a degree in Film Production and have experience producing a documentary on Savile Row (recently screened at the BFI), working with production company back2back and also producing a video presented at the Digital Switch Over Event by Chris Evans.
After completing my NCTJ Level 3 Diploma and undertaking work experience at both local and national publications, I feel I have the required experience and knowledge to enter into the world of media. Whilst studying for my Journalism Diploma, I acquired knowledge of Law, Local and Central Government, Sports Journalism and reporting.
Although University has really improved my skillset I left without a real area of focus; Proactive has been really beneficial in concentrating my attention and proving my strengths in journalism.
ProActive has given me an insight into journalism and strengthened my existing skills in communication, timemanagement and organisation.
proactive talent bank
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Typical skill sets include Graphic Design, Web Design, SEO, Copy Writing, Photography, Filming, Writers, Marketing/PR, Events, Music
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Determined and ambitious I have had my work published by ZOO magazine, Worthing Herald and was part of the London Film Festival press team last year.
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A passionate and hardworking Creative Music Production graduate I am active in the electronic music scene, regularly gigging and releasing music with various labels. I spoke as a guest lecturer at Brighton University this year on the Creative Music Production course from which I graduated; communicating complex information about music composition and live performance techniques.
Organised, positive and reliable, I am a passionate individual who’s always eager to learn new things. Educated and experienced in filmmaking, I started the ProActive Media training course to help improve and develop my skills so that I could widen my career path and eventually find my way into the Creative Media Industry.
Creative and analytical, positive and composed, I am an Interior Architecture and Design graduate with a strong skill set in Adobe software (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Vectorworks and sketch up).
Currently I am working on a documentary about electronic music, which I will be filming and editing myself.
Journalism and writing have always been something that has interested me and it was through this course that I have started to believe that working in this industry could be a real possibility.
Also talented in free hand drawing and painting, I often combine these skills to visualize and create a rendered 3D image for my designs. I draw inspiration by engaging in creative activities which also helps to extend my knowledge of the industry; my time at WHM providing me with new skills and professional practice in journalism.
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Words: Pauline Clarke
Gardening
HEDGES TO EDGES
Summer was a scorcher and, inevitably, your grass will have that scorched look. On the plus side, it will not have required much in the way of cutting. If you have been away and the lawn has put on significant growth, don’t be tempted to mow it short all in one go. It is better to cut it first on a higher setting and then re-cut it a week later at the original height. Even with rain, mowing should be reduced by the end of September and summer damage made good. Start with raking out the old dead grass and moss (scarifying). Spike the ground with a fork to help with the drainage and finish by brushing grit/sand through the lawn to fill the drainage holes. Use an autumn lawn feed, this will be high in phosphate but low in nitrogen. High nitrogen feeds will encourage the grass to put too much energy into producing a lush green lawn instead of promoting a stronger plant with a good root system. If any bald or low patches have appeared through the summer these can be reseeded. Prepare by raking the surface area to loosen the soil then mix the grass seed into lawn compost, spreading on areas to be reseeded. Water well and avoid walking on these areas until the new grass is established. Areas that have been reseeded can be protected from the birds with horticultural fleece, this will also help retain the heat and moisture in the ground. Remove fleece after a month. The late summer garden is still full of colour with some roses flowering well into Autumn. Dahlias will be holding on until the first frosts, alongside the chrysanthemum, both of which make great cut flowers. Ornamental grasses will give a soft feel to any garden as the seed heads wave in the air, while the humble sedum changes colour though shades of pink to brown. Keep the seed heads on the sedum into winter as these will be a good food source for the birds, as well as being ornamental. September is not too early to think ahead for next year’s flowers. Spring-flowering shrubs such as camellias and rhododendrons will need watering regularly throughout any dry spells, as buds will have already started to form for 2014. If the plants become dry the buds can fall before they have a chance to fully open. As plants finish flowering save your favourite seeds to share. Some plants such as “Verbena Bonariensis” will set seed throughout the garden and provide you with abundant plants. My lavender border is a haven for bees in the summer and usually produces seedlings in my driveway to share with friends. Why not have a go at taking cuttings of lavender and geraniums yourself? Looking ahead into 2013, shops will now be stocking specially prepared “forced” hyacinth bulbs. These will need planting by the end of September at the latest if they are to flower in time for Christmas. Don’t be temped to plant daffodils and tulips in the ground too early. October is ideal for daffodils and November for tulips as they prefer the ground to be cooler.
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Mystery Tuber help us identify it! Does anyone know what this is? I dug it out of a garden recently but have not yet identified it. As you can see its like a begonia tuber but very hard, like a nut. Get in touch - info@whmuk.com and help a fellow gardener!
top Tips for taking If you need help maintaining your garden ‘Hedges to Edges’ is there to get the most out of your space, leaving you more time to relax and enjoy your garden. We treat your garden as if it was our own. If you have a garden that needs some attention or you just need a few hours help we’re here for you. Hedges to Edges – Pauline Clarke +44(0)7842180282 paulinecclarke@hotmail.co.uk
cuttings
1. Dip cut stems into hormone rooting powder. 2. Use seed compost with added sharp sand to help drainage and reduce the risk of the cutting rotting.
3. Two or three cuttings can be put around the edge of each pot, with about
half of the cutting below the surface of the compost. The lower leaves must not touch the surface.
4. Water the compost and place in a well-lit position indoors. Do not cover the
cuttings as this will create a humid environment which is likely to encourage mildew or rotting of the stem.
5. After 6 - 8 weeks the cuttings should have developed a good root system which you can check by looking at the bottom of the pots. Small roots may be visible through the drainage holes. Keep the cuttings until early spring when they can be split into individual pots and grown on, ready for your garden.
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do you STRETCH
WHM shows you the best tips for stretching out pre, during and post workout.
What a lovely thing it is to wake up after a deep sleep and stretch out all of your limbs, ready for the day ahead. Sound familiar? Well, as important as it is to do in the morning, stretching should have the same focus in both your exercise routine and day-to-day life.
Warm Up
TOP TIP: Once your muscle feels comfortable, increase the stretch then hold it again. If it hurts, you’re pushing too hard.
Prior to common word, it’s not always best (or even safe) to stretch without warming up first. Your muscles need to be prepared for your workout so gently ease them in by doing some light on-the-spot jogging or circular motions with your hips. Post warm up stretches should include knee-bends, shoulder rolls and heel digs - save the lunges for after your workout. Always try and make sure that the stretches pre-workout aren’t static - try motion movements into what you’re about to do as this will ready your body for exercise.
During workout
Stretching between exercise sets is an essential part of working out, and not many people know that. Keeping your muscles in good condition for exercise gives them the treatment they deserve to serve you in the long run. Let’s say you’re doing squats. It’s important that, after your set, you stretch the leg out and reach for your toes before moving onto another set of exercises. This keeps your muscles in workout mode as well as making for better functioning muscles. A vital part of any training routine, take the time to take a break and stretch.
If you are unsure how to stretch properly or have previously suffered from an injury, please check with your doctor or health professional before stretching.
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“ Stretching between exercise sets is an essential part of working out
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Don’t bounce when stretching. Overstretching causes muscle to contract and can cause small tears in fibres.
Cool DOwn
Your muscles are now worked, warm and ready for their final stretch before relaxation time. Time for the static stretches as you’re going to be at your most flexible point here. Try the deep lunges, the calf stretches, arm overs, but ensure that whatever you’re doing, you’re keeping it up for 15-30 seconds and you stretch every part of your body that you’ve worked out.
Everyday stretching
Not a gym bunny? No problem. Similarly to stretching before and after a workout, it’s good practice to stretch daily. Why? It helps for better balance, strength and general flexibility and maintains your muscle health. Wait until you’ve done a bit of light exercise, maybe after some housework, or even after a walk as this will help avoid injury. Make sure you focus on your whole body, not just one area. Keep up any stretch for the same 15-30 seconds with slight motion to ease your body into the movement.
remember!
No matter why, when, or where you’re stretching, ensure you keep to a safe practice - don’t push yourself too far. Mild discomfort proves that you’re pushing yourself but anything that makes you go ‘ouch’ means you’re going too far. Stick to the advised 1530 seconds, anything over means that you’re over-stretching and could cause injury. Balance out your routine, don’t skip from arm to leg to neck. Work your way down or up your body. By sticking to a safe and healthy stretch structure, you’ll keep your body evolving to be bigger, better and stronger. Arnie, eat your heart out. Words: Jazmin Rickards
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why you should Make time for a Massage Words: Sophie Enever
The lazy days of summer are coming to an end and, as we prepare to go back to school, back to work, back to the humdrum monotony of everyday life, it can often seem challenging to squeeze in some ‘me-time’. Having time to yourself is important and, whilst making that time might be difficult, it’s guaranteed to make you a happier, healthier person in the long run.
We spoke to Karolina Michalak, a local massage therapist, to uncover the benefits of this relaxing, yet suprisingly medicinal, treatment.
Why do people go for a massage? It feels good, does good, and doesn’t require any effort. A lot of things that feel good at the time aren’t actually that good for you in the long run. Massage triggers the release of endorphins which relieve stress, and also boosts the immune system. It’s also great that it’s someone else doing it for you, giving attention to commonly neglected parts of the body. Sometimes after a massage someone will say “I didn’t realise I was holding so much tension.” A lot of people go to relieve pain in their bodies, or after an injury. Massage can create an awareness and connection to your own body.
What symptoms and conditions can it help? The most common problems are shoulder tension, lower back pain and restrictions in the neck. I see a lot of runners and cyclists with tired and sore muscles after training and events. Massage can also help with stress and sleeping problems.
What do you find are the common causes of back pain? Back pain is very common in modern life. When working, especially desk jobs, we are so much in our heads that our bodies can be neglected. Then out of work we might be sitting on sofas and beds with our laptops. People have a misconception of good posture. Really, good posture comes from having a strong core.
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Why did you become a massage practitioner, and what do you like best about it? I studied massage first as a hobby because I enjoyed having massage and wanted to learn more about it. At the time I was working in admin and I never dreamed that I would use it but there came a point when I felt I needed to do something more meaningful. I studied massage further and started taking more courses. I stopped working for money and started working for love.
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What I love most about it is feeling like I can help people to help themselves. I’m not a doctor curing someone, but I can aid the body back into helping itself and make people feel good. As people relax and open up we become friends, trust is very important. I love that connection, people have such interesting lives. Someone comes to me in pain and leaves feeling much better, and that’s a rewarding experience. Of course we all need to get paid, that’s the world we live in, but there must be an exchange of energy.
What’s special about this particular type of massage? On-site massage uses a special chair so that you can lean forward and rest your head while supporting the knees. It usually takes 10 or 20 minutes and is done through clothes, so it’s convenient. The focus is on compressions rather than stroking actions, like in sports massage, and it relieves tension and tightness in the shoulders, neck, arms, hands and head. It’s very good for people sat at their desk all day – relaxing but also energising.
Is massage expensive? Because some people see massage as a luxury of the rich and famous they expect it to be expensive. They imagine pampering sessions at expensive health spas. But the expense can often reflect the venue over the actual practitioner. I charge £40 per session, but as with most practitioners, there are always block bookings and promotional discounts available.
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the pressure was perfect throughout and in all very relaxing. Just what I needed to break up the day!
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Advice on giving a good massage: Mood and “energy” is very important – it feels very different to be touched by someone who has kind feelings toward you than someone who is depressed so don’t massage a friend or partner if you feel angry! ∆ Never press down or apply strong pressure directly onto the spine or joints. ∆ Hands and feet have thousands of nerve endings, so massaging them is very relaxing. ∆ Don’t overuse your thumbs, e.g. when giving someone a shoulder massage you can also use forearms if you are gentle and can control the pressure, or try holding on to the thumb of one hand with the other hand and using your knuckles. ∆ Get feedback on the pressure – and watch for clues in the body language. If the other person is tensing up or resisting your pressure then you know it’s too hard. ∆ Slower massage strokes are relaxing; faster ones are more energizing.
I feel really energised and all the tension has gone from my neck and shoulders. It was also really nice to talk a little with someone who is interested and giving you their whole attention – sometimes hard to find in this busy world.
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∆ If you want to use oil, try organic raw coconut oil – it has anti-microbial and anti-viral properties and is very nourishing for skin (and smells wonderful too).
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Oh single to be
Introducing our brand new columnist, the fabulously honest, super stylish but (somehow) still single, Janine…
It seems that being single is a growing trend right now and there is a huge market making tons of money trying to help us to find “the one”. For those of us who are still single there appears to be so many ways to help us find what we are looking for - if only it were that simple!
Too much choice?
From TV shows, websites and speed dating to matchmaking, cooking, and cocktail making there are more than a few options in the mix - all of them trying to entice you with something a little different and appeal to what you fancy. This can often feel much the same as choosing a drink in a coffee shop! From skinny vanilla iced lattes and frothy mocha cappuccinos to intense espressos and tall dark Americanos there must be something on the menu for us all? TV dating shows have evolved from the 80’s classic ‘Blind Date’ with good old Cilla Black paving the way for the more recent Sing Date (a novel way of getting you to sing to each other via Skype before performing a cosy duet together), ‘Dating in the Dark’ (where you don’t even see each other) and the latest show, ‘First Date’. Watching a variety of couples on their first date, Channel 4’s‘First Date’ is the next step in the world of TV dating - if the date is unsuccessful we ourselves can write in and become their date the following week! Talk about love in the public eye. Then we have the whole on-line dating world. I think most singles have dipped their toes into this at some stage and, again, there is a huge variety to choose from (Plenty of Fish, Match, Zoosk, eHarmony and Flirtbox to name just a few). Feeling fussy? Take your pick. With some sites catering for more specific needs, if you want a sugar-daddy or someone in uniform you can find them. In reality, on-line dating is really hit or miss as far as I’m concerned. There are, in fact, some really nice, genuine people on there. The hardest part? Finding them.
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I asked three single women the following questions:
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Q. How long have you been single? Q. How does it feel to be single ? Q. What are you looking for?
It’s quite interesting that some of my married friends believe that it’s cool and exciting to be single!
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I have many friends (male and female) who are single and so have now been immersed in singledom (is there even such a word?) for a little while. Like many other singles I have tried the whole on-line dating thing too. I also know for a fact that it can work. It’s quite interesting that some of my married friends believe that it’s cool and exciting to be single! Really I ask them? They feel they are missing out on something, what that is, I have no idea, surely I have missed that. When my girlfriends come over for dinner or we meet up they are always keen to hear my latest stories. That is one thing that single people can talk about. We all have funny dating stories. Someone has even created a book about them; it’s a funny book called ‘Crap Dates’. I once went on a first date with a guy who gave me that as a present. We spent the evening going through the horror stories that are In fact true. It gave us a lot to laugh about that’s for sure. I hear all kinds of sleazy stories about people’s experiences in the dating world and I’m sure we all realise there are lots of men and women online who don’t want anything but fun. When it comes to falling in love I think it comes down to what people are looking for. So, fellow single ladies and gentlemen, what do we all want?
Miss M aged 34
A. I have been single for nearly 4 years. A. It feels good most of the time as Brighton & Hove has so much going on; there are lots of opportunities to meet people. A. I am looking for someone who likes doing the same things as me, has ambition, drive and is not badly bruised from previous relationships!
Miss R
aged 42
A. I’ve been single for a year. A. It feels hard getting out there and meeting someone! A. I’d like to meet someone with a good sense of humour, good hygiene and, above all, is caring. However, when men come across as too desperate it’s such a turn-off.
Miss J
aged 48
A. I’ve been single for 1 year. A. I like being in a relationship but am also happy having fun on my own. I do feel ready to find someone again, I miss the lazy Sunday mornings cuddles! A. I’m looking for someone who is like me; fun, confident and outgoing but also happy staying at home and chilling out. Be a gentlemen, don’t moan or be negative and have some drive for life.
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WHAT
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WANT
I asked three single men the following questions: Q. How long have you been single? Q. How does it feel to be single ? Q. What are you looking for?
Mr E aged early 50’s
A. After being married for 25 years I have now been single for 18 months. A. It’s great, a new found freedom at a time in my life when I have the time, money and confidence to maximise on it! A. I am looking for good looking, fun and independent ladies to enjoy pleasant times with. I am not after a relationship but if one develops along the way, that’s fine by me.
Mr C aged 48
A. I’ve been single for 5 months. A. I’m looking for a female in her 30’s, or her 20’s if I’m lucky! A. It’s ok being single but I miss having a partner. And I’d love a woman to ask me out for once!
Mr P
aged 32
A. I’ve been single for a year now. A. It’s not bad being single, we can do what we want but I would like to settle down a bit. A. I’m looking for someone to have fun with. Nothing too serious. Just good conversation, common interests and she has to take care of herself. A real lady.
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Since being single I created my own, more sophisticated, addition to the dating scene. Monday Mixers is the perfect way to relax over a glass of bubbly, mingle with new friends and, who knows, maybe meet that special someone. I look forward to seeing you there!
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Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals NHS Trust (BSUH) tHE Park Centre for breast care Words: Rebecca Dale-Everett and Mike Newman On Preston Road in the centre of Brighton sits The Park Centre for Breast Care. Designed from scratch, this invaluable clinic houses all of the latest digital technology and equipment to provide women who are concerned they may have a breast problem and women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, first class treatment and support. Last year The Park Centre for Breast Care diagnosed 560 cases of cancer. In the UK, this compares to 55, 000 diagnoses in women and 400 in men. We met with Macmillan Breast Care Nurse Caroline Foster and Dr Richard Simcock, one of the Consultant Oncologists and Clinical Lead for Breast Services, who are both based at The Park Centre for Breast Care and explained that breast cancer is an umbrella term for a wide spectrum of diseases, many of which are easily treatable. At The Park Centre for Breast Care the skilled and friendly team are incredibly proud of their work in diagnosing, treating and providing ongoing support for patients. Everybody is different and women and men both have their own coping mechanisms. At The Park Centre everyone is treated as an individual. All patients with a diagnosis of cancer are cared for a by a multi-disciplinary team, and have a key worker who is a Macmillan Breast Care Nurse. Their role is to support the patients and their families, both physically and mentally, throughout the whole journey so that they can work together to empower patients and get lives back on track. With three mobile screening units travelling the entire length of East Sussex, on top of the facilities at the clinic, 250 women can be screened a day when fully staffed. Last year 41,972 women were invited to be screened and an impressive 30,255 took advantage of this opportunity. Housing all the latest mammography equipment, The Park Centre for Breast Care boasts breast screening technology with lower radiation and better quality images that are more readily accessible and transportable. Surgery is being improved to cause minimal scarring and the screening age range extended. There is a further move to reduce hospital stays for all patients, 85% of those that undergo wide local excisions going home the same day. These are only a few of the great advancements being made at The Park Centre for Breast Care and just shows that there is real hope for the future. The Park Centre Clinic for Breast Care Royal Alexandra Children’s Hospital
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When checking your breasts look out for:
A change in size or shape
A lump or thickening that feels different from the rest of the breast tissue
A change in skin texture such as puckering or dimpling
Redness or a rash on the skin and/or around your nipple
Nipples becoming inverted or changing position and/or shape
Discharge from one or both of your nipples
Swelling in your armpit or around your collarbone
Constant pain in your breast or armpit
What to do if you find a change: If any of these symptoms occur you must tell your GP straightaway. There can be many reasons for changes in the breast and, whilst most are harmless, all need to be checked. Don’t waste time and tell your doctor without delay. 99% of the patients referred to the Park Centre are screened within two weeks. The breast awareness 5-point code:
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Men need to be breast aware too. It may be rare but it does happen and, if it does, there’s help and support for you at The Park Centre Clinic. The cause of breast cancer is not yet known but it can be an opportunity to reassess your lifestyle. A healthy, active lifestyle has been shown to benefit patients particularly following treatment. Brighton’s Park Centre for Breast Care provides an indispensable service to our community. With a multi-disciplinary team (supported by an excellent admin and clerical team), ongoing treatment and support, ground-breaking new drugs research and the latest mammography equipment, The Park Centre for Breast Care is the first in the UK to offer this level of technology and outpatient services all under one roof.
Don’t be scared. Be breast Aware.
Dr Richard Simcock and Macmillan Breast Care Nurse Caroline Foster
In the UK, one in eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Whilst only one man for every 130 women will be diagnosed, the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment are much the same as for women. If you’ve been told you have cancer it can be a very stressful and confusing time. At The Park Centre for Breast Care the specialists will guide you throughout the whole journey. One size doesn’t fit all and from holistic needs assessments and peer support to counseling and therapy, there is a real emphasis on identifying and providing the highest level of care and support.
Survivorship is a new word – a buzz word. 86% of patients that have come to Brighton’s Park Centre for Breast Care have survived. From care to cure, not only is the survival rate a huge priority but the quality of the cure. Survivorship and life post-cancer is of immense importance to the whole team who proudly told us about the Centre’s inspiring and positive ‘Moving Forward’ events. This information day is held twice yearly with motivational speakers and healthy living demonstrations, providing patients with the information and tools they need to move forward.
Contact The Park Centre for Breast Care 177 Preston Road Brighton BN1 6AG Appointments: 01273 664773 / 664969 Screening office: 01273 664966 / 664750
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Brighton Digital Festival
Brighton Japan Festival
Fiery Foods Chilli Festival
01/09 – 30/09 Various locations - prices vary
14/09 – 22/09 Old Steine Gardens - Prices TBC
20/09 – 22/09 Victoria Gardens, £3 - £10 (free for children)
A month long celebration of all things digital, the festival provides a platform for digital culture enthusiasts. With 67 events throughout the month, from artist talks and workshops to a digital art gallery, you’ll never run out of events to attend throughout September.
With 10 days of music, dance, anime, martial arts, competitions and street racing along Madeira Drive, this event is the biggest annual celebration of Japanese culture in Europe.
A weekend of chilli eating competitions, the National Chilli Awards features cookery demos, live music and stalls selling chilli-related products. A treat for any hot food lover.
Seth Lakeman
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare Brighton Craft Fair (Abridged) 26/10 13/10
04/10 St. George’s Church, 7:30 - £19.00 Mercury Prize Nominee and multiinstrumentalist Seth Lakeman will be playing tracks from all of his albums and a few brand new songs with his band.
Theatre Royal Brighton, £19.90
Friends Meeting House, Free, 11am – 5pm
London’s longest running comedy has been revised for 2013 and is on its way to Brighton. All 37 plays condensed into 97 minutes, this is a hilarious must-see show.
With 22 stalls inside and 11 outside, the Brighton Craft Fair is a great place to buy your loved ones some quirky, unique gifts made by local artists.
London to Brighton Veteran Car Run Gary Numan
Brighton Record & CD Fair
03/11 Madeira Drive, Free
18/11 The Dome, 7pm - £25
24/11 The Brighton Centre, 9.30am - £5
For the first time in its 117 year history, the London to Brighton Veteran Car Run will have a competitive element to it. There will be over 500 pre-1905 automobiles with double deck bus tours from Hyde Park to Brighton to follow the event.
Considered to be one of the founding fathers of synth-pop, Gary Numan will be promoting his new album “Splinter” as well as performing some of his classic hits in Brighton.
If you’re a music aficionado, this will be the perfect place to find new, classic and limited edition vinyl records, CD’s, magazines and memorabilia.
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WHAT’S HAPPENING SHOREHAM
Shoreham Airshow
The Marlipins Museum
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Delta Ladies
31/08 – 01/09 06/09 -10/09 Shoreham airport, Adults - £18 (£22 on gate) High Street, Adults - £3
08/09 Duke of Wellington, 4pm - pRICES TBC
Attracting the best UK and European display acts to its unique “garden party” event each summer, Shoreham Airshow is a great day out for the whole family. All proceeds go to the Royal Air Forces Association which helps support the RAF Family.
Find out what’s behind the façade of one of the oldest Norman buildings in Sussex as the Museum tells the story of Shoreham’s maritime and local history, from prehistoric to medieval times.
The London duo and their band are bringing their distinct good-time retro sound to the Duke of Wellington in Shoreham. Good music, good humour and all-round brilliant entertainment.
Nina Conti – Dolly Mixtures
African Night Fever
Claire Martin with the Montpellier Cello Quartet
12/09 13/10 05/10 The Ropetackle Arts Centre, 8:30pm - £17.50 The Ropetackle Arts Centre, 8:00pm - £10.00 The Ropetackle Arts Centre - £15 Starring on TV shows such as QI and Live At The Apollo, this unique comedian and BAFTA nominated filmmaker is bringing her ventriloquist comedy to Shoreham.
African Night Fever presents a fun and tropical atmosphere for the whole family. With hearty Afro Caribbean food and live music by the Congolese newcomers Congo Dia Nto Tila, this is one party you don’t want to miss
Film Matinee – The Woman in Black
Shoreham Artisans’ Market
Claire Martin OBE and the Brighton based Montpellier Cello Quartet will combine popular classics with brand new arrangements for a spectacular chamberjazz show.
Ben Waters
08/11 18/11 The Ropetackle Arts Centre, 2:00pm - £3.50 East Street, Shoreham, 4:00PM - FREE
08/11 The Ropetackle Arts Centre, 8:00pm - £14
Watch Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe’s grown up debut, a smart and spooky adaptation of Susan Hill’s bestselling novel.
Once described by Jools Holland as one of his favourite pianists of all time, Ben Waters will be showcasing his very own take on rock’n’roll, blues and feel-good boogie.
A monthly event with around 30 stalls selling local, regional and international produce. Offering quality, craftsmanship and passion this is one for the foodies and craft lovers alike.
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Worthing’s West End Festival
Findon Sheep Fair & Village Festival Blues, Roots & Beer
07/09 – 08/09, 10am – 4pm Montague Street, Worthing - FREE
13/09 – 14/09, 6.30pm (Fri), 10:30am (Sat) 27/09 – 29/09 Nepcote Green, Findon Village - FREE Pavilion Theatre, Worthing - Prices Vary
Set in the west end of Montague Street along Rowlands Road, this festival boasts various attractions such as craft stalls, face painting, a farmers market, live musicians and much, much more!
The perfect family day out. The festival begins on the Friday with a funfair and barn dance then continues on Saturday with Morris dancers, Punch and Judy, sheep shearing and more!
A great weekend featuring some of Britain’s finest ales. Featuring over 20 of the best performance acts from the Sussex coast including Barnstormer, Amy Hill and Hanna B.
Mark Thomas – 100 Acts of Minor Dissent Worthing Beer Festival 04/10 18/10 – 19/10 Ritz Studio, Union Place, Worthing - £14.50 Theatre Royal Brighton - £19.90
Iron Tyger (Halloween Special)
Mark Thomas is on a mission. Committed to performing 100 acts of minor dissent just this year, this comedian is well versed in the art of creative mayhem. Book your ticket and laugh-out loud as his next stop’s Worthing.
The 17th annual Worthing Beer Festival will have a total of 75 beers plus extra ciders and perries available to taste and buy. On top of the annual award for ‘Beer of the Festival’ a new award for ‘Sussex Beer of the Festival’ is being introduced so get your tickets and get tasting!
The 80’s rock revival show Iron Tyger returns to Worthing for a Halloween special. Head down to The Smuggler’s Return for some pure, cheesy 80’s fun!
Snow White 02/11 Pavilion Theatre, Worthing - Prices Vary
Worthing’s Emporium Market
Pavilion Fair
16/11 Montague Street, Worthing - Free
24/11 Pavilion Theatre, Worthing - Free
A magical world premiere by Vienna Festival Ballet. This spellbinding ballet incorporates all the important and best elements from the traditional Grimm’s Brother fairy tale and promises to dazzle the whole family.
Bringing together over 45 stalls of locally sourced products as well as crafts, gifts and other household items, this is a market with a real difference.
Start your Christmas shopping early at the Pavilion Fair. With over 70 different stalls to browse and buy from you’ll be all wrapped up before December’s even begun.
25/10 The Smuggler’s Return, Worthing - Price TBC
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Useful numbers Sussex Police (24hr non emergencies) Crimestoppers (24hr) British Transport Police East Sussex Fire and Rescue NHS Direct Floodline Brighton & Hove City Council South East Coast Ambulance Service
101 0800 555 111 0845 40 50 40 0845 130 8855 0845 4647 0845 988 1188 (01273) 290000 (01737) 353333
West Sussex Fire and Rescue Service HM Coastguard Royal Sussex County Hospital Sussex Eye Hospital National Gas Emergency Service Southern Water Leakline UK Power Networks Emergency Line Southern Electric
(01243) 786211 (02392) 559001 (01273)696955 (01273)606126 (0800) 111 999 (0800) 820 999 (0800) 783 8866 (08000) 72 72 82
Youth Clubs and Groups
If you would like your club or group included in our listings or the following details have changed, please contact us at: info@whmuk.com
Brighton Youth Centre Tel. 01273 681 368 64 Edward Street, BN2 0JR
Saltdean Community Association Tel. 01273 304 617 Park Road, BN2 8SP
15th Brighton Scout Group Tel. 01273 677 031 Scout Hut, Manor Road, BN2 5EA
Allsorts Youth Project Tel. 01273 721 211 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE
Brighton YMCA Tel. 01273 326 701 55 Old Steine, BN1 1NX
Young Peoples Centre Tel. 01273 733 760 69 Ship Street, BN1 1AE
Air Training Corps Tel. 01273 566 226 Dyke Road, BN1 5AS
Scouts Association Tel. 01903 213 213 Sackville Road, BN14 8BG
Worthing Boys Club Tel. 01903 233 765 Ivy Arch Road, BN14 8BX
Worthing Girl Guide Tel. 01903 236 333 Girl Guide Forest RD, BN14 9NE
The Boys Brigade Tel. 07917 147991 52 Station Road, BN41 1DF
Beeding And Bramber Brownies Tel. 01273 871 184 Gladys Beven Hall, BN43 6BG
The Crew Club Tel. 01273 608 607 26 Coolham Drive, BN2 5QW
BHIP Tel. 01273 295 533 Brighton Town Hall, BN1 1JA
Sussex Country Arts Club 3 Bond Street Cottages, Bond Street, BN1 1RP
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Fashion just got serious. Smarten up with strong silhouettes and tailored dressing - going back to work has never been so glamorous.
bare & bold
This season it’s all about sophistication. Bare & Bold - the classic look is back.
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Bring the outside in with our top tips and picks for natural style.
braids & waves
We show you how to give some vava voom to your Autumn style.
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From hair shoots at Simon Webster’s salon to Moroccan tea parties in Brighton Pavilion, making breakfast at Edited and getting our wellies on at Turners Farm, this month WHM has been busy having fun with fashion. Fashion is all about trends and, as we are by name What’s Happening Magazine, it seems only fit that we bring you all the latest styles and trends - our first ever edition of WHM Trends dedicated to doing just that. And it doesn’t stop here. For exclusive previews, reviews, interviews and all the latest street style news, visit www.whmuk.com and get your daily insight into what’s happening. We hope you love it as much as we do!
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fresh off the runway, we bring you this seasons hottest men’s and women’s trends. words by jazmin rickards
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Tonal dressing is always a hit when it comes to Autumn/Winter, usually with more subdued, calmer tones. If you’re a safe player when it comes to fashion and style, think Richard Nicoll and Canali with greys, navys and black. However, if you’re a risk taker, this Autumn is the best year for you yet. With a break out of what we could consider ‘the norm,’ A/W 13 has seen a rise in bold, tonal dressing. Look to lighter, brighter shades - oranges, creams and blues as seen on the catwalks of the prestigious Burberry Prorsum and Topman Design.
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illustrations by harry paul cunnew of hpc illustrations
So, lastly (but by no means least) it’s time to take a dive in the deep end. As always, Autumn/Winter is about outerwear - coats, jackets, gilets - but not in our usual, expected Autumnal tone, oh no. We’re talking block colours, kaleidoscope patterns and heavy, coloured plaid. Something to brighten up those darker evenings and cold, dreary days. We saw masters of colour and quirk Katie Eary, Christopher Kane and E. Tautz use prints that could hardly be described as ‘tame’ and ‘Autumnal’. So, come on guys, be the sunshine in our lives.
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Next up: textures. Beautiful, beautiful textures. What would fashion be without our ability to touch and feel? Meet Ms. Touchy Feely. This season is about new levels of texture - think Ostrich feathers and glass embellishments. In all shapes, forms, colours and lengths, this season there’s a definite emphasis on the use of textures, whether it be bringing out the old faux fur, or venturing into new ways of using embellishment to bring up the darker nights, some of the biggest names in the fashion industry have gone all out on the touch and feel.
And finally, Ms. Rebel. Drawing inspiration from the wayward dressing at this years punk themed Met Gala and preparing for the Costume Institutions upcoming Punk exhibition, A/W’s punk trend will, without a doubt, seduce your inner rebel. It’s time to get creative ladies, and we’re not just talking lip piercings and leather jackets. It will pay off. Channel your inner Siouxsie Sioux, your Nancy Spungen, even tantalize your androgynous side. I would encourage everyone to be risky with this trend, play Russian Roulette with your fashion status and take the plunge.
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This season fashion’s smartening up. With sartorial staples to see you through the 9-5, we present you with your ready-to-wear working wardrobe that will guarantee you’re dressing for success. Photography Matt Denison Styling Jazmin Rickards Retouching Edd Kaspar Models Molly and Jago
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Jago Wears Blazer, ASOS (£85) Black trousers, Topman (£50) White shirt, H&M (£14.99) Molly Wears Blue dress, River Island (£38) Leather blazer, Dorothy Perkins (£49) Black courts, Dorothy Perkins (£29) Black leather handbag, Dorothy Perkins (£35)
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Jago Wears Navy three piece suit and shirt, ASOS (blazer £60, waistcoat £22, trousers £30, shirt £22) Tie, stylists own Brogues, Next (£28) Molly Wears Suit, Next (jacket £50, trousers £38) Double collar blouse, ASOS (£28) Cardigan, Dorothy Perkins (£18) Red shoes, Dorothy Perkins (£29)
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Jago Wears Suit, Ted Baker (waistcoat £120, shirt £90, trousers £130 and tie £55) Shoes, Burton (£29) Molly Wears Two piece suit, Next (top £32, trousers £38) Red shoes, Dorothy Perkins (£29) Red box bag, Next (£28)
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Jago Wears Burgundy suit, Selected from ASOS (blazer £90, trousers £50, paisley shirt £22) Brogues, Next (£28) Satchel, stylists own
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Molly Wears Blazer, Ted Baker (£199) Oversized bow shirt, ASOS (£35) Leopard print skirt, Dorothy Perkins (£22).
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Jago Wears Green suit, Selected at ASOS (blazer £90, trousers £50) White shirt, H&M (£14.99) Brogues, Burton (£29). Molly Wears Suit, Next (jacket £40, trousers £35, top £35) Courts, Dorothy Perkins (£29).
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Jago Wears Three piece suit, Ted Baker (blazer £250, waistcoat £120, trousers £99 and shirt £95) Brogues, Next (£28) Tie, stylists own Molly Wears Blouse, as before Red dress, Next (£32) Black courts, Dorothy Perkins (£29) Handbag, Dorothy Perkins (£28)
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1 Start by spraying the dry hair with Bumble&bumble (Bb) Surf Spray to give a dry, messy texture to the hair before parting it in the centre from the forehead down to the nape of the neck.
You should now have two plaits which you need to cross over each other to form the crown shape and pin in place with grips.
2 Starting from the back, Frenchplait either side following the shape of the head to the front until you run out of hair. Plait the rest of the hair normally and pop an elastic band on the end to secure.
complete the look For a more relaxed look, gently pull the plaits apart to loosen and pull a few strands of hair down just in front of the ears.
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Tonging! Starting from above the ear, take an inch-wide section of hair and clip the rest out of the way. Lightly spray the section with Bb Spray de Mode to hold and protect the hair, before tonging it horizontally and clipping into place. Continue throughout the hair.
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Once you’ve tonged and clipped all the hair, leave all the sections clipped-up to set for 15minutes; the longer the better. Remove the clips and loosely run your fingers through the lengths to break the curl and create a soft, natural wave.
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Use a nozzle to direct air-flow in the direction you want the hair to go. Pull it straight up from the roots to create lift in the quiff whilst directing the rest of the hair forwards into an inverted shape. Apply Bb’s Sumotech the same way you apply the pre-blowdry product, getting the top flat with minor texture and building-up to the clean quiff.
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ith The Great Gatsby still reigning as one of the top movies of the summer, male fashion and grooming has come under the microscope. Things are taking a sharper turn and the only way to match up to your crisp, new shirt and boater hat is with an even smoother shave. Step in the classic wet shave: a traditional technique that involves multiple strokes of a single blade razor and a brush to massage in soap or cream and lots of water. Wet shaving emerged centuries ago with professional barbers offering straight razor shaves. Some reports even suggest that the practice dates back to prehistoric times with clamshells, shark teeth and flint used to trim men’s beards! Widely used right up until the 1950’s, when double edge and multi-blade cartridge razors were introduced, wet shaving was largely abandoned. However, there are many more benefits to this traditional technique than it’s seemingly more popular counterpart. Producing less irritation and a closer shave, wet shaving is healthier for your skin and far more economical. Even better, unlike the men of previous centuries it is now possible to achieve this closest shave at home. Follow our steps below and you’ll soon have everyone in town stroking your chin.
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Massage a gentle soap onto your face and neck to soften the skin. Next, lather up your shaving foam or balm and apply generously to your face and neck. You can use your hands but most men opt for a bristled brush.
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Time to shave! Arm yourself with a straight edge razor or, if you need to build yourself up with baby steps, start with a double edge or multi-blade instrument. Slowly but firmly guide the instrument over the contours of your face.
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Going against popular belief, shaving against the grain will produce the closest cut. Continue rinsing the face and repeat until you are satisfied with the outcome. Remember to pull the skin taut to avoid the razor dragging.
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are & bold is this seasons biggest catwalk trend. Just in time for the cooler weather, make up artist Sylvi du Sauzay gives you the best tips for an elegant, barely-there look with a coloured lip to pop.
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‘It’s always best to prep the skin before foundation’ says Sylvi. Using a primer brings a beautiful glow underneath your foundation. Sylvi uses Chanel’s Illuminating Base primer but if you’re on a budget try L’Oreal’s Studio Secrets Professional primer.
Try a soft eye shadow stick to illuminate the eyes for a subtle look. ‘The latest Chanel eye shadow stick is really soft, clean and illuminating but all major make up brands are offering similar products’. Apply the colour to the eyelids softly and blend with an eye shadow brush.
‘To get a really dewy base that we’ve seen on the Dolce & Gabbana catwalks this season, it’s best to be light with your foundation.’ Once again, Sylvi uses Chanel’s Perfection Luiere foundation but the beauty bloggers budget favourite is Rimmel’s Wake Me Up foundation at a fraction of the price. For an even lighter coverage try a wedge.
‘This look is quite minimal, it’s good to put emphasis on the lashes. Use an eyelash curler to open up your eyes. ‘One of my favourite new products at the moment is No. 7’s Extravagant Lashes. It’s good to start at the root of the lash and work your way out with wiggles and long stretches, but go softer on the bottom lashes.’
‘Now, lips is the most vital part of this look’. Starting with a lip liner that matches your chosen colour – note that bold burgundy’s, fuschia’s and rouges are huge this season – just outline your lips. This helps your lipstick stay within the boundaries of your lip line and fades less quickly. After this, apply your lipstick, and away you go – you D&G girl, you.
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TOP BOLD Lipsticks
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Get stylish with Celia Sawyer
Interior Designer and art dealer to the A-List, Celia Sawyer is renowned for her glamorous taste and eye for luxury. Whilst she may be living the lifestyle of the rich and famous, through Channel 4’s ‘Four Rooms’ Celia has recently become a household name. Taking a break from her many projects, Celia revealed to WHM the design trends for Autumn/ Winter 2013 and gave us some tips and tricks on how to achieve luxe for less. “Celebrities love a bit of bling and this season it’s all about glamour and gloss. Think lacquered wood, quality metals and soft leather. Splash out on statement pieces (such as a chandelier) and striking centrepieces (a large silver bowl) but don’t worry if you’re on a budget. Faux leather can look stunning and get star-style sheen with metallics. Stick to no more than two different types of wood in any room and keep the colour palette neutral – you can add oomph with accessories. Invest in cushions in interesting fabrics and create mood with lighting, BHS is brilliant for this. Visit HomeSense for affordable picture frames, mixing up wood with chrome and silver for a look that’s seriously stylish. My high street go-to? Zara Home. Their beautiful range of glass and silverware is impressive and can achieve real opulence without the designer price tag. Nature inspires me. Texture is vital to good design and, from the bark of a tree to the colours of the sky, there is nowhere better to look for tips on layering. Even the way in which sunlight effortlessly falls can be inspirational. From day to night you want your space to work for you without seeming too contrived – luxury is all about the senses and effortlessness takes effort. My best piece of advice? Look to nature; it’s priceless.”
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mix up wood with chrome and silver for a look that’s seriously stylish.
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INTERIOR DESIGN out of the
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Autumn trends to brighten up your home all items available from edited brighton
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Make meal time stylish by mixing geometric patterns with wildlife prints Woven Cotton Tea Towel: £9.95 Mugs: £9.00 Set of Four Plates: £20.00 Set of Four Egg Cups: £15.00 Spoon: £1.00 Chopping Board: £35.00 for 1 small & 1 medium www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine
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Recycled Sky Planter: Small: £14.95 Medium: £24.95 Tea Cup Bird Feeders: £15.00
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Bring the outside in and the inside out
lighten up any room by mixing bold colours with bold prints
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Chair: £85.00 Cushions: £35.00 each
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give an old feature a new lease of life with statement wall art Prints: £95 framed £70 unframed
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Declutter and get creative with show off items and smart storage Owl Tea Cosy: £24.95 Set of Four Espresso Cups: £22.50 Two Tone Vases: £11.95 Storage Books: £15.00 Set of Two Candles: £5.00 www.whmuk.com | What’s Happening Magazine
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Boho secrets If you can’t escape to Morocco this Autumn, recreate the vibe at home with these Boho Garden treasures.
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A treasure trove of Moroccan goods, escape the city and discover Boho Garden. Warming reds, rusty oranges and rich dark browns will update your garden, the natural textures and colours effortlessly complementing the turning leaves of Autumn. From lanterns and pouffes to Berber rugs and hand painted furniture straight out of the souks of Marrakech, it’s time to get inspired and get exotic.
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All items available online or at Boho Garden Boho Garden 38/38A Kensington Gardens, Brighton, BN1 4AL. www.boho-garden.com Shot Brighton Royal Pavillion. www.brighton-hove-rpml.org.uk Words and Styling Lucy Funnell
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TEA TIME
Make like the moroccans and invest in a statement tea set. This stainless steel teapot is delicately embossed to make tea time extra special. Load it with green tea, hot water, cupfuls of sugar and fresh mint sprigs and pour into a selection of technicolour glass tea cups. The bright colours are reminiscent of the tile pieces used in traditional architecture and will help any home add a touch of arabian magic. Large Teapot £38 Glass Cups (single) £4
texture & LIGHT Morocco is widely known for weaving some of the finest rugs in the world. If you don’t have the space for a large rug you can inject the kilim print by investing in cushions of the same material. Made of durable, carpet fabric these are the perfect addition to any patio under the warm glow of a glass lantern and scattered tea lights. Zeear Kilim Cushion - £55 Frosted Glass Lantern - £180
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From farm to fork, this seasons food goes back to basics. Gather together the family for traditional, hearty meals that will warm you all up from the inside, autumn’s harvest bringing the best of British produce to the table. Home-grown, home-cooked and wholesome; pub grub never got so good.
You will need from the kitchen:
Saucepan Slow Cooker or stock pot Chopping Board Oven-proof dish Brush Rolling Pin A sharp knife Bowl
Ingredients 950g of Turners Butcher shop stewing steak, diced 1 beaten egg from the Turners Brewery butchers shop 1 pint Turners Brewery ale 2 peeled and chopped onions 2 peeled and chopped carrots 2 peeled and chopped garlic cloves 100g mushrooms 300g ready-made rolled puff pastry 100g butter 2 sprigs of thyme 500ml beef stock Flour for dusting Salt and pepper
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Turners Real Ale
Preparation: slow 10mins and 5 hour cook times Cooking: 20 to 30 mins Temp: 220C
Method 1.
Coat the Turners Butchers meat in the flour and season. Sear in the saucepan with the butter.
2. Slow cook the meat and vegetables, thyme, Turners Brewery ale
and stock. Slow cook for 5 hours, or even overnight on a low heat.
3. Cool down the Turners Butchers meat before transferring it into the ovenproof dish.
4. Preheat your oven to 220C. 5. Roll out the pastry onto a floured worktop. 6. Place the pastry over the ovenproof dish, trimming and pinching the edges.
7. Brush the pastry top with the beaten Turners Butcher shop egg
then bake in the oven for 20 to 30 minutes. You need to make sure the pastry is golden brown.
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Beer brewer & the
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Turners has a core range of four Real Ales available in : East Sussex Bitter – “The launch of Turner East Sussex Bitter, provides a permanent home for the successful seasonal summer ale.”
Ruby Mild – “The newest Turner ale, launched to coincide with those longer nights and cooler days.”
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Golden Ale – “Golden Ales don’t come much better than this. Full body of flavour, this smooth cask conditioned real ale is at home on any bar.”
Amongst picturesque farmland in the heart of East Sussex lies Turners Brewery. With so many quality microbreweries popping up across Sussex, WHM paid a visit to this exciting and innovative new addition to the beer scene to find out what all the fuss was about. A real tardis, Turners Brewery produces 27.5 Brewers Barrel Length a week (7,920 pints!) of the finest ales in the country. Using traditional brewing methods in a modern way, the hardworking team at Turners have developed a unique, diverse and above all, delicious range of ales to suit every drinker. From rum to chocolate, vanilla to mint, there is no flavor combination these guys won’t try.
Best Bitter – “A traditional best bitter which combines pale marris otter, crystal, wheat and carefully selected golding and pilot hops, to provide an easy to drink ale. All beers available to buy online now at www.turnersbrewery.com Or why not visit the brewery itself at Highfield Farm, Ringmer? Show your support for the community with the on-site farm shop stocking a plentiful range of locally sourced, fresh produce.
The Turner family has worked on this farm for generations, integrating their expertise into the community. From the leftover brewery grains that are recycled to feed the cows, to the on-site butchers, smokery and locally stocked farm shop, there truly is no better time for a Turners.
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Also attending the Shoreham Artisans Market on Saturday 28th September and Saturday 26th October.
the rise and rise of craft beer.
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Prague
Placing no limits on our search for the perfect pint, WHM took to Prague where the brewery business is more than just pub talk. There can be nowhere better to enjoy world famous Czech beer than the country’s capital. Just a 2 hour flight from Gatwick Airport, Prague is renowned for its staggering history and culture - but no trip to this fairytale city would be complete without a taste of its national treasure: beer. Communism was kind to the price of beer and ever since the country has drank for cheap. Today, in the heart of the city, expect to pay around 35CZK (£1.20) for a 0.5l pivo – making beer even cheaper to buy than water. From coffee shops to cafes, standard public houses to Tankovna public houses, such ready availability of Europe’s best means it’s no surprise that beer-drinking is often considered the country’s favourite past time.
whm’s verdict Why fly when we have some of the finest Real Ale on our very doorstep? The Czech Republic may have a rich history of producing the best beer in the world but, thanks to the arrival of Turners, it now looks like they may have a bit of competition on their hands.
Brewed from hand-picked hops, the majority of Czech beer is lager and usually served with a large frothy head. Pilsner Urquell, the most famous of Czech beer, is responsible for inspiring 2/3 of the worlds beer and the brewery tour in Pilsen (where it takes its name) is a worthy visit. For something a little stronger, head to the 550 year old U Medvidku Beer Hall and Restaurant. Renowned for its bittersweet X-Beer 3, at 11.8% you’ll be grateful for filling up first on Prague’s stodgy food - pork, bread and potato dumplings typically on the menu. Tanked up on cheap, quality beer you’ll have plenty of enthusiasm for the city’s stunning architecture. Stroll through Old Town Square, meander along Vlatava River and cross the gothic Charles Bridge where you can burn off some off those empty calories clambering up Petrin Hill. If the view alone isn’t worth the effort the opportunity for more beer will be with cafes seemingly at every corner. Winding your way back down the breathtaking hillside into the world’s largest castle grounds, at 70,000m2 Prague Castle makes for a picture-perfect setting to catch your breath and raise a pint to pivo.
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