Beverley Magazine — December 2021

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Delivered to 23k homes and businesses Issue No.95 December 2021 Find out more on Page 23 Tel: 01482 871042 www.anatoliabeverley.co.uk

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St. Nicholas Road, Beverley, HU17 0QT 01482 870246 www.fireplaceseastyorks.co.uk Beverley Ltd Opening Times: Tuesday to Friday 9:30am - 4:30pm • Saturday 9:30am - 1:00pm • Closed Sun/Mon Editor’s note Welcome to the December edition of the magazine. I do hope that it finds you all in good health. May I take this opportunity to wish you all a very peaceful and relaxing Christmas - I can’t say that I’ll be sorry to see the back of this year to be honest - I’ve had covid, a hip replacement and a pretty miserable year all in all - so let’s hope for a better 2022 for everyone. We have an interesting and varied range of topics in this edition for your enjoyment. We have got some very interesting articles in the House & Home Feature. Rebekah Robinson shares her tips on how to prepare yourself for the festivities in her Beauty Column. We also have our usual round up of New Books and Christmas Films. Roy Woodcock takes a close look at the new Skoda in his Motoring Column. We have our third column from Rob Walls & Janette Wilkinson who share their love of collectables and antiques with us. The Food & Drink section has a very tasty Stollen recipe from our beauty guru Rebekah for you to try at home. We also have our regular Wine Column with Roy Woodcock. We have lots of What’s On information to keep you entertained. The Gardening pages take a look at what to do this month and also at wildlife in our gardens. As usual we finish off with Fiona Dwyer’s ‘food for thought’. Please support the advertisers within the magazine as well as businesses in the local area - I know they depend on your trade and custom - they are the lifeblood of our local economy. Happy Christmas Jane © Dalton Spire Limited 2021. All rights reserved. No part of this magazine may be used or reproduced without the written permission of the publisher. All information contained in this magazine is for information only and is as far as we are aware, correct at the time of going to press. We cannot accept any responsibility for errors or inaccuracies in such information. Readers are advised to contact advertisers directly with regards to the price of products and/or services, referred to in this magazine. Magazine Team Managing Director: Nic Gough. Sales Director & Editor: Jane Gough. Advertising Sales: Lindsey Adams, Ed Durrant. Distribution Manager: Phil Hiscott. Finance Manager: JP Kinnersley. Designers: Mervyn King, Adam Jacobs. Photography: Clash Pix. Contributors: Fiona Dwyer, Roy Woodcock, Chris Warkup, Rob Walls, Janette Wilkinson, Rebekah Robinson. How To Contact Us: - Telephone: 01964 552 470 or 01964 503 091 • Email: ask@daltonspire.co.uk 6 18 12 36 3 8 32 14 40 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470

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Life December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed When Men Officially Become Grumpy I was recently interviewed on the radio about grumpiness (much to the chagrin of my husband who believes he is far more qualified to discuss the subject). The presenter was curious to discover at what age men become grumpy and if grumpiness is confined to older men. Recent research states that more men suffer from ‘Grumpy Old Man’ syndrome when they hit 70. There are good reasons to believe this to be the case. Seventy is an age when men may become more aware of their own mortality as they see friends and loved ones pass on. They might be struggling with wearisome health problems, and/or feel depressed because they have no aspirations or goals left to attain. ‘Grumpy Old Man’ syndrome is also and most likely due to the fact that testosterone levels in a 70-year-old are quite probably half the normal levels of a younger man. Whereas women’s estrogen levels drop relatively suddenly when they go through menopause, causing a variety of noticeable symptoms, men’s testosterone levels drop gradually over a period of time so the symptoms are not as obvious. Men who suffer from this syndrome may experience a sense of feeling burned out, increased depression, increased irritability, increased anxiety, more nervousness, more joint complaints, reduced mental effectiveness, increased sweating, (and hot sweats in thirty per cent of those affected). They may have a need for more sleep or suffer sleep disturbances. They may notice muscular weakness, physical exhaustion, impaired sexual potency, a disturbed libido, and decreased beard growth. Stress, toxicity, a poor diet with too many bad fats, autoimmune diseases and some drugs can also lead to a drop in testosterone levels. Also, abdominal fat, which makes estrogen, will neutralize the testosterone and cause levels to drop further. Are only men grumpy? Of course not. Whilst there is evidence that men can suffer from ‘Grumpy Old Man’ syndrome, youngsters and women can also become grumpy. Being grouchy is down to a number of factors. A person might be having an off day purely because they are not eating the right foods, or are sleep deprived. This is often the case for teenagers who are also struggling with fluctuating levels of hormones. Anyone who has lived with a teenager knows they are often truculent and/or recalcitrant. They have a number of issues usually relating to their looks, their parents, anxieties over their futures, and life in general. They rebel in a number of ways and become strange alien creatures to us more mature people. So, why having lived with a teenager who has now grown up and left home, do I find myself living with a stroppy, difficult man who rebels by shouting at innocent cyclists, growling at the news presenter on television, or spends hours sulking in his shed? Because he too has fluctuating hormones, a number of issues relating to getting older, including his looks, and anxieties about the future. His grumpiness is a product of falling levels of testosterone along with frustration and worry about the future which is, in his opinion, running out fast. Thus it is the same for many men and women alike. In Shakespeare’s play As You Like It, Jacques speaks of the seven ages of man. While studies have tried to pinpoint the age at which a man may become grumpy, I believe there are five ages of grumpiness: 1. Whining teenager: The stage of life when he begins to change into an adult. Hormones transform him physically and mentally, lifting him high one moment and plunging him to depths of despair the next. He is frustrated because he is unwilling or unable to leave the protected environment of his home, yet despises the confines and constraints imposed on him by living there. 2. Working man: He is under pressure from those in charge, or by the demands of his own business. He has financial concerns, deadlines, and responsibilities. He loses sleep at night and grabs ‘food to go’ during the day. His body is imbalanced. His grouchiness manifests itself in complaints about his job, co-workers, and the daily grind he has to endure. 3. Mid-life: He has begun to age, “Into the lean and slipper’d pantaloon, With spectacles on nose” He has now attained the position he once strove for at work, has fathered children, and has a house, a mortgage, and a car. He peers in the mirror and realises he is no longer young. He worries that he is running out of time to fulfil his dreams and ambitions. 4. Old age: He is a shell of his former self—both physically and mentally. He becomes invisible to those younger than him. He lacks a sense of purpose. He loses his firmness and assertiveness, and shrinks in stature and personality. 5. The final stage where he becomes dependent on others. He is frustrated and frightened. Little wonder he is querulous. Is there anything we can do to help our beloved grumpies? Yes. Be patient. Understand what is happening. Ensure you and your partner exercise, eat well, are occupied with hobbies and interests, and most important of all, make sure you both laugh. Maintaining a healthy approach to life will help hugely. Go to comedy shows, films and read light-hearted books. Whatever you do, don’t call him a grumpy old man.

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Find everything you need for Christmas at Jack’s Rudolph is coming to Jack’s Hull on Saturday 18th December We’re excited to invite you to our Christmas fun day. With real reindeer, face painters and delicious festive food to try, there will be lots of fun for the family. To find out more visit: jacks-uk.com/reindeer See you there Christmas is coming to Hull Enjoy More this Christmas £1.50 New York Cheesecake 500g Image contains serving suggestions. Subject to availability. Find us at: Jack’s, Kingston Retail Park, HU1 2TX 5 Keeping Business Local To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Wishing all our readers and advertisers a very Peaceful Christmas and a Prosperous New Year

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House & Home December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed With the arrival of January comes the anticipation of winter. We consider five ways to create warmth in your home to prepare for those chilly nights and crisp mornings. AN AGA The warmth of an Aga pairs perfectly with the cold British winter and there’s nothing more synonymous with a traditional country kitchen than one of these timeless cast-iron cookers; imagine hearty slow-cooked stews and delicious-smelling cocoa simmering on the hot plate. Cast- iron is superb at retaining and, even more importantly, radiating heat, so that while you cook your delicious winter warmer you’re also heating your entire home. To celebrate its 95th birthday, Aga has announced a new colour-matching service – design your dream Aga to match your duck-egg kitchen cabinets or favourite maroon throw. RADIATORS Radiators no longer need to be hidden behind covers or cabinets – instead, bring a room to life with a statement radiator. Think sleek chrome towel rails – there’s nothing better than wrapping up in a warm towel after a shower – or retro-style copper radiators for a modern industrial aesthetic. Keeping Nice and Cosy this Winter A WOOD-BURNING STOVE Gone are the days of wood-burning stoves creating soot and smoke, so it’s now easy to set up your home with one and spend evenings gazing longingly at a hearty fire. Wood-burning stoves come in all shapes and sizes – heritage, modern and some even hang from the ceiling (think ski chalet chic) – and most also come with clean- burn technology. UNDER-FLOOR HEATING Think how lovely it would be to step directly onto a warm bathroom floor, or being able to walk around the house in bare feet in the middle of winter. Under-floor heating is a luxurious way to heat your home and, if you’re short on space, can be installed instead of bulky radiators. SOFT FURNISHINGS Soft-furnishings add that finishing touch of warmth and comfort to your winter-proof home. Make sure curtains are lined, or combine blinds with curtains for extra insulation. If you don’t have carpets, don wood or tiled floors with character rugs; experiment with texture – fluffy wool rugs, woven rugs or even faux fur. You can never have too many throws slung over the back of the sofa and you certainly can’t beat a winter’s evening spent snuggled up on the sofa wrapped in a cashmere blanket.

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Upholstery Designs is the largest independent furniture store in Hull. Spanning two floors, it’s much bigger than it looks from the outside. There’s a large car park and its easy to find on Spring Bank West as it’s right next to the overhead railway bridge. Established in 1977 UD is a family business made up of upholsterers and their families and it’s clear to see that they are passionate about furniture. They work closely with mainly small UK companies which means that they can keep the quality high and the prices low. Over the last 44 years many things have changed at UD including the expansion of the store which now includes a dedicated rise and recliner department and this year they launched a new website. But one thing they refuse to change is their commitment to provide the best possible service. Ian explained to me how every piece upholstery that comes into their warehouse is unwrapped and checked prior to delivery and then delivered by their own drivers. They bring it into your house, set it up, they even take away and recycle all the packaging! All of their manufacturers offer at least a 10 year frame guarantee, so you can relax in the knowledge that you’ll be sitting in comfort for many years to come. Like all the big national companies, Upholstery Designs can offer interest free credit over 12 months on most orders and they are also so confident of their value for money that they also offer a 7 day price promise*! Personally, I loved it when I walked through the door and got a friendly ‘hello’ and was left to look around; but help and advice was offered freely when needed. Their is a geniune warmth from the whole team and It’s lovely to see a local company thriving in a world of big corporate organisations and I would encourage everybody to pop in for a browse if you are looking for new furniture. *interest free credit and 7 day policy terms and conditions available on their website. 7

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East Riding History - In association with the East Riding Archive Never mind Ebenezer Scrooge, the miserly Beverlonians of 1835 would have given Charles Dickens plenty of inspiration for his 1843 novella ‘A Christmas Carol’. At the time it was customary for shopkeepers to give gifts to workers on Boxing Day. After all, the workers had laboured through Christmas Day on a poor wage and were looking forward to the merriment of spending ‘Boxing Day’ with their families. However, this act of goodwill was abolished in 1835 when an economic depression hit the tradesmen of Beverley and a public notice was published two weeks before the big day. The notice reads: “We, the undersigned Tradesmen, feeling that the practice of giving presents at Christmas, commonly called ‘Christmas Boxes’, is a very heavy Tax upon the Trade of Beverley…, have unanimously agreed, on account of the great depression so generally felt in almost every branch of Trade, as well as the small profits upon which business is now conducted – that, in future, we will not give any Christmas Presents, either in money or in any article we deal in.” No less than 71 of the town’s tradesmen had signed the agreement abolishing the giving of Christmas presents to their hardworking employees, claiming it had become far too expensive a tradition! The notice is one of many handbills under the collection DDX1322 preserved at East Riding Archives, which you can view yourself on request in the Treasure House research room. To keep up with all the latest from the East Riding Archives visit our website www.eastridingarchives. co.uk and follow our Facebook and Twitter pages - @ERArchives Pictured below: Beverley Market Place 1830 A Beverley Bah Humbug December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Specialist Music Shows Every Thursday on BeverleyFM 7pm The Rock ‘n’ Roll Hour with David Harper 8pm Pure Blues with Roy Woodcock 9pm Nic Gough’s World of Reggae No Radio! - Just ‘Ask Alexa’ to tune in to BeverleyFM One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain. - Bob Marley

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Olive Tree • Unit 4 Keldgate Shopping Centre • Lincoln Way • Beverley • HU17 8RH Tel: 01482 88 77 77 Open Daily: 12noon -10:30pm • www.olivetree-online.com • Tel: 01482 887777

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Local News December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Listen live on: www.beverleyfm.com No Radio! - Just Ask Alexa to tune in to BeverleyFM Entrepreneurs and small businesses in The East Riding of Yorkshire celebrated the launch of their new Business & IP Centres opening in Beverley Library, Bridlington Central Library and Goole Library. The launch event in Beverley Library was attended by 24 people, who were im-pressed with the range of resources available and will be coming back in their own time to explore them further. Attendees were also interested in the 1-1 zoom business ideas clinics that the Centres arrange, and anyone can take advantage of these. The next event will be a workshop in Beverley on Friday, 7 January at 10am with Turpin Accounting Services on filing taxes & accounts for small businesses. The new centres have launched following last year’s pledge of £13 million in Treasury funding for The British Library Business & IP Centre Major Expansion of its highly successful network of library based BIPCs from 14 to over 100 regional and local libraries across England. For the past nine months, East Riding Libraries have been busy preparing their centres, which offer free access to millions of pounds’ worth of business and intel-lectual property information and provide business events, workshops, one- to-one expertise and the space to research, develop and grow in a trusted and accepting space. These new centres in libraries offer support for the very first steps in business planning and research, and will work hand in hand with the long-established East Riding Business Support Team, who offer expert business advice for more estab-lished ideas. The new centres, together with Regional Centre BIPC Hull, and Grimsby Central Library, form the BIPC Humber Partnership, providing regions with a strong and connected network of business information and support. Business & IP Centres can open up the path to entrepreneurship for anyone with a business idea, regardless of their background. Consistently, over half of those who use a BIPC to set up a business are women and a third are from under- represented ethnic backgrounds. Councillor Mike Medini, portfolio holder for cultural and leisure assets, said : “The launch of these Business and IP Centres in East Riding Libraries is a huge step forward, and could open the door to all kinds of new businesses and new ideas in the East Riding.” Councillor Jane Evison, portfolio holder for economic growth and tourism, added: “These new Business and IP Centres in our libraries will make a real difference to entrepreneurs and small businesses in the East Riding, and could be a real game-changer. I wish the new Centres every success, and look forward to hearing about some very positive outcomes very soon.” The Network has a strong track record of supporting local economies, and in 2019 an independent economic evaluation showed the BIPC was creating £6.95 of public value for every £1 invested, and in the three years to 2019 supported the creation of 12,288 new businesses, 55% of which were started by female entrepreneurs and some 31% by BAME entrepreneurs. New Business & IP Centres have launched in East Riding Libraries East Riding of Yorkshire Council is reminding eligible households that there’s still time to apply for a Household Support Grant to help with the cost of food, energy, water bills and other essentials over the winter period. The authority has been writing to households who have been identified as eligible for the grant. So far, the council has received in excess of 3,500 applications for the grant, but is aware that many eligible households are still yet to apply. The funding will target and prioritise support for the following: l households with children, where the applicant meets the criteria to entitle a child to free school meals l households who are entitled to council tax support and have been identified as in fuel, food and water poverty l households who have a heating and water allowance in their financial assessment for adult care l households in receipt of housing benefit and classed as in support accommodation l households entitled to universal credit and identified as losing the £20 temporary uplift l households entitled to universal credit and in the latest assessment period, have limited capacity to work For more information and to apply for the Household Support Grant, visit www.eastriding.gov. uk/helpwithbenefits. If you are unable to apply online, telephone applications can be made through the council’s benefits contact team on 01482 393939. You can also scan this QR code to apply: At the launch event in Beverley Library: (Left to right) Nikki Mellors (Marketing Manager, BIPC Humber Partnership), Liz Turpin (Turpin Accounting), Sarah Hutchinson (Librarian, BIPC Bridlington), Luke Morrow (BIPC Information Specialist, Humber Partnership), Cllr Jane Evison, John Roberts (East Yorkshire Insurance Brokers), Bel Turpin (Turpin Accounting). Residents still have time to apply for Household Support Grant

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11 House & Home To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 BEDROOM TRANSFORMATIONS By GRAHAM & GRAHAM Sliding Door Wardrobes • Bespoke Designs Custom Made Just for You • From £499.00 inc. vat and fitting! Traditional hinged door wardrobes are available so too is matching bespoke free standing furniture ect. Odd shaped rooms can be accommodated and also dressing rooms can be fitted out. Call for more details. 07792 723590 www.grahamandgraham.co.uk English Street Industrial Estate Here’s a great way to make more storage space... Install a loft ladder and make more use of your loft! Our customers choose us to fit their loft ladders, because we offer: l A FREE home visit l A FREE written quotation l Fully guaranteed l A large selection of ladders Loft ladder, light & Switch plus 50 sq ft of flooring from as little as £277+ VAT which includes FREE fitting in less than a day. Call now! Freephone 0800 612 8359 www.yorkshireloftladders.co.uk

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Christmas Films December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Janet Robinson shares her favourite festive and feel good films to watch this Christmas. Most of these will be on TV over the Christmas break. All of them are guaranteed to banish the Bah-Humbugs and put you in a suitably festive spirit. It’s A Wonderful Life (1946) Not strictly a Yuletide movie, but it’s become synonymous with Christmas because of its message about community spirit and life being worth living. James Stewart stars in Frank Capra’s moving, majestic fable. Miracle on 34TH Street (1947) The original and best version, with Natalie Wood as a dubious young New York girl finally convinced that Father Christmas exists. Edmund Gwenn achieved screen immortality with this one role, as Santa surrogate Kris Kringle. Delightfull and touching. Muppets Christmas Carol (1992) Somehow the Muppets lend themselves perfectly to Christmas cheer, and this is superlative entertainment. Michael Caine is a terrific Scrooge, with Kermit and Miss Piggy as the Cratchits. There’s literally a laugh a minute. Frozen (2013) Well, it’s seasonal if not literally Christmassy, and every young girl in the country is bewitched. A terrific Disney animated adaptation of The Snow Queen, about two separated princess sisters. The songs are superior too. One of them, Let It Go, may be familiar to you. Meet Me in St. Louis (1944) A wonderful film musical any time of year, but in this poignant tale of an American family torn apart, Judy Garland singing Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas is a world- class tear-jerker. Arthur Christmas (2011) Seasonal fun from the folks at Aardman, with three generations of Santas (voiced by Jim Broadbent, Bill Nighy, James McAvoy) in a race against time to deliver Christmas presents to the world on one night. Original and funny. White Christmas (1954) An unavoidable choice, though it genuinely bears watching again, with Bing Crosby and Danny Kaye in top form as two ex-service buddies who form a song-and- Scrooge (1951) This British classic is an irresistible treat, with Alastair Sim as the miser who comes to embrace more generous values after ghostly visits from Christmases Past, Present and Future. Singin’ in the Rain (1952) Not a Christmas tree in sight, but this wondrous musical about Hollywood at the dawn of the talkies era embraces the seasonal mood and lifts the spirits better than any anti-depressant. Gene Kelly, Debbie Reynolds and Donald O’Connor brilliantly dance and sing their hearts out. It remains utterly wonderful. dance act and save Christmas for their old commanding officer. Delightful, with super songs. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) A ghoulish animated take on the Yuletide story, with Hallowe’en mastermind Jack Skellington trying to commandeer Christmas and make it a scary day for kids. A bit of a fright show, but most children will see the joke in Tim Burton’s inspired film. The Ten Greatest Films to watch at Christmas

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13 House & Home To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 T: 01482 871954 M: 07951 759253 E: info@creationsfurniture.co.uk W: www.creationsfurniture.co.uk Unit 13, Enterprise Park, Beverley, HU17 0JT Specialists in • Handmade bespoke sofas & chairs • French Polishing • Antique Restoration • Loose covers • Re-upholstery • Curtains and soft furnishings Bespoke made to measure blinds: Romans, Duo Roller, Perfect Fit Venetian, Vertical and Wood Shutters ALL MATERIALS AND WORK GUARANTEED FOR THREE YEARs

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Antiques & Collectables Rob Walls and Janette Wilkinson share their love of all things collectable... Rob Don’t throw that away is like trying to predict what will be an antique in the future. The first rule is always keep the box or packaging. Items, especially toys, are always worth more in their original boxes. This also applies to figures e.g. action figures, in blister packs, and don’t even open these packs if you intend to sell them. Put them away in a box away from the sunlight (as they will become faded) and in a few years’ time they may be highly collectable. Always keep receipts and shop packaging with the item for provenance, future sales and to show that it is not a later issue or reproduction. The area of collectable toys is often governed by the television and film media, and things fall in and out of favour. Original science fiction stories, Doctor Who and Star Wars will be always popular, and they have a worldwide base. Early TV sci-fi series from your childhood are very collectable and when these programmes were originally shown the toys etc were never produced in such large quantities as they are now, this makes them highly desirable to the right buyer. Commemorative ware is worth a second look. These are often produced in vast numbers, but newspapers, posters and booklets tend to be thrown away. They do give the future collector the date and time of the event e.g. first man landing on the moon. Articles, magazines, newspapers etc about royal events, the death of a personality, launch of a film and sporting events are often worth keeping. And when you are lucky enough to go to a large sporting event again – save the ticket. As nearly everything is now online or digital, try to keep handwritten accounts of an event. Who knows, a diary about the Covid 19 pandemic could be a future collectable. In my youth there was a great deal of TV promotional packaging, often on breakfast cereal packs, crisp packets and even trading cards. The thing I should never let go were some trading cards called ‘Mars Attack’. They were withdrawn in the early 1960’s as they were seen to be too graphic and violent. As children, we thought they were brilliant. My brother and I swopped a set of them for some ‘Man From U.N.C.L.E.’ cards that are now worthless. The ‘Mars Attack’ cards are worth a small fortune to some collectors. In recent years, I do regret selling a chipped glass, carved rolling pin depicting a scene of Sunderland Bridge (my home town). It had the names and date of a marriage in 1980. I paid £10 for the rolling pin and sold it for £50 as it did not fit on my display shelf. In hindsight, I should have hung it on the wall and kept it, I’ll probably never find another for such great value. Janette There are always items that you wished you had kept from your childhood. My sister, Sue, had this foresight. She has a Gabrielle design Paddington Bear with its original label, ‘Please Look After This Bear’, ‘Darkest Peru to London via Paddington’. She also has an early 1960s Plaston money box shaped like a bear with large eyes. One of her most collectable items is her Space 1999 Eagle Green Transporter with Pod. If only she had kept the box! I have had to buy items from my childhood as my toys were very well played with and often ended up broken and in the bin. Some of the survivors have been passed down to children within the family. My first, and most loved, Sindy doll was given to me in 1971. She was a ‘Trendy Girl’ with platinum blonde hair, a highly painted face with long eye lashes, a twist and turn waist and slightly bendy legs. Only last year, I managed to buy a replacement although one of her little figures is slightly ‘nibbled’. My favourite doll was the ‘Tressy Doll’. I loved styling her hair. With the push of a button on her tummy her hair could be pulled (carefully) and it grew, and then using a key in her back her hair would be short again. After much combing, curling, and styling it all came to a sad end when her hair was pulled too hard, and it came out. To this day I remember how upset I was. Forty-five years later, I found a replacement, wearing the original Palitoy outfit and shoes, complete with her stand and key. Overjoyed, I paid £35. Her hair was not as soft as it should have been and was stuck in a ponytail position because of an overtight elastic band. A little fabric conditioner and careful cleaning has restored her to her former beauty with flowing golden locks. Can you remember Pippa Doll? Only six months ago, I saw a collection of five ‘play worn’ Pippa dolls and numerous outfits sell at an auction for £320 (that’s without buyer’s commission). I’m keeping mine, with the gymkhana set, safe! I have been keeping newspapers for a while now. Included in my collection are ones on the first moon landing, Concorde’s first and last flight and the first and last edition of the ‘Today’ newspaper. They are not antiques yet, but given time . . . R and J Top Tips l If an item is bought as an investment, keep the item boxed and sealed. l If you, or your child, wants a figure from a TV series or film, and you think that one day they may be collectable – buy two. One to use and one to keep. l Don’t buy ‘collectables’ that you see in the back of Sunday magazines as an investment. They are produced in large quantities and quickly lose their value. You will have to keep them for many, many years before they do become a real collectors’ item. l Search your attic or if possible, your parent’s attic – you may be surprised by what you will find. Don’t Throw That Away! December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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Winter Motoring - In association with Lairgate Motors December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed How to prepare your car for winter Carry out a few routine checks to ensure your wheels are up to the rigours of winter driving. Spend a bit of time on this now and it could save you the hassle and financial burden of an avoidable breakdown or accident further down the line. 1. Make sure your vehicle is fully serviced. 2. Regularly check the oil level, anti- freeze, hazard lights, wiper blades and battery. 3. Check the tyres for tread depth and pressure. Upgrade to a set of winter tyres for your car. 4. Clean your lights regularly and check the bulbs. Check you’re carrying all the essentials 5. Make sure you’re carrying de-icer and an ice scraper. De-ice your car before you travel, and ensure all windows are fully cleared of snow, frost and condensation. 6. Prepare an emergency break- down kit, including a torch, bottled water, blanket, warm and water- proof clothing and a first aid kit. 7. Other items to pack include a reflective triangle, high-visibility jacket, jump leads and shovel. 8. Also think about leaving a selection of snacks and drinks in your boot in case you end up stuck in your car. Plan your journey 9. Spend time planning your journey, and don’t make any unnecessary trips if the weather has turned for the worse. 10. Leave extra time for journeys in poor weather. 11. Tune into your local radio for regular traffic and weather reports and advice. The colder weather usually brings with it more difficult driving conditions and the increased risk of a breakdown. As a result, motorists can often find themselves unexpectedly stranded in their vehicles. All vehicles need a bit of extra TLC at this time of year as we put them through their paces on journeys through wind, rain, sleet and snow. Here we take a look at the precautions you can take to protect your car and jus as importantly yourself! 12. Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged before you set off. 13. For longer journeys, let someone know when you expect to arrive and return. How to drive carefully No matter how long or short the journey, it’s vital to be extra vigilant on the roads during the winter. So keep up-to-date with local traffic and weather news. 14. Leave more space between you and the car in front, and drive more slowly. 15. Stay alert at all times and look out for pedestrians, cyclists and motorcyclists. 16. In cold or icy conditions, try to avoid braking hard. 17. Dropping gears instead of applying brakes can prevent skidding. How to be prepared in case of a breakdown 18. When wild weather is on its way, that’s the time to check your car policy is fully up to scratch. 19. If you don’t have fully comprehensive breakdown cover in place, buy it now. It’s a policy that doesn’t need to cost the earth, and will give you peace of mind that you’re protected and could prevent you having to endure a long wait in the cold. Winter Driving Tips Plunging temperatures, icy roads and heavy snow mean the winter months are some of the worst for motor insurance claims – and a crucial time to look after your car. Here we asked George at Lairgate Motors in Beverley for his top 19 winter driving tips to help you and your car cope with any bad weather... Lairgate Motors Ltd. CROWN WORKS • LAIRGATE • BEVERLEY • HU17 8EX Telephone: 01482 881406 l MOT’s l SERVICING l DIAGNOSTICS l ALL MAKES & MODELS TUNE-IN FOR: UP-TO-DATE LOCAL TRAVEL and WEATHER NEWS

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17 Travel To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 MARIONOWEN TRAVEL For all your travel needs We are a full travel agency we book ALL tour Operators & Cruise Lines. You don’t pay extra, our advice & service is included whilst you sit back and look forward to your holiday. BOOK LOCAL & KNOW WHO YOU ARE BOOKING WITH ! Call to book your place today Tel : 01482 212525 Monday - Saturday TEL 9am - 4pm or call in person Mon-Fri 9am to 2pm 23 Portland Street, HULL www.marionowentravel.com Prices quoted are per person, subject to availability on booking. Solos welcome please ask for prices Season’s Greetings… Well as we prepare for the festive holidays & the New Year where did 2021 go? I was very lucky to get away a few times this year including one by air to Jersey, but did not venture outside of the UK. We are now in full swing of our festive departures enjoying wonderful decorations, live entertainment, shopping opportunities, gardens by day and night along with plenty of festive food I intend to change my travelling outlook in 2022 travelling at least into Europe starting with a visit to Finland in search of the Northern Lights in January. Flying direct from Humberside makes this very easy. November has proved a popular month for new bookings departing in 2022 & 2023. We enjoyed a Cinematic experience at the Reel highlighting the commencing of cruising aboard Regent Seven Sea’s newest ship Splendor. I have never seen John Barron a favourite cruise director of mine lost for words. It was very emotional as the crew and guests came together to re commenced travelling. Watch out between Christmas and New Year when Regent will feature once again on the TV. We hope to repeat the Cinema experience again in either January or February if you are interested in coming along let me know. It is a lovely insight into life on the ocean waves. For any non flyers looking for a treat, Regent are also offering a wonderful cruise round trip from Southampton to a super collection of ports in France and Spain great. This departs 23rd May 2023 for 10 nights and will be a big celebration coinciding with the 30th Anniversary of our business too. At Marion Owen Travel we are great supporters of departures from our local airport Humberside— use it or loose it? Jersey is now on sale for departures May to September and selling well once again. It is only an hours flight and the island offers a continental feel and one visit never seems to be enough. Guernsey on the other hand is a little more difficult to travel to but for the first time in 2022 we are able to offer flights from Leeds Bradford. Italy can be enjoyed direct from Humberside flying on the 7th September 2022 for a one week duration. There are many options and again although this departure has only just been launched seats are selling well. Destinations include the Lakes & Mountains along with Tuscany. The Dutch horticultural expo Floriade is a 10 yearly event is due to take place between April & September 2022. The venue is in Almere not too far from Amsterdam. We have a number of guest booked to travel via the ferry overnight to Rotterdam and enjoying an interesting tour by coach. April and May departures can also be combined with Keukenhof. There are package options flying to Amsterdam directly from Humberside or you could take the Eurostar from St Pancreas. It is time to get booked now it is always a sell out. Remember that booked as a package offers you the greatest security where ever you are looking to travel. Let us hope that we can continue to travel more easily, a change is definitely as good as a rest and I would recommend a break as a great tonic. We all need something nice to look forward to. When you are ready to start planning we are here to guide you all the way. There are so many options available to travel around our wonderful world including the UK. We look forward to the opportunity of sending you away and creating you wonderful memories. With best wishes for a joyous festive period and a healthy New Year. Marion’s choice excellent itineraries 06 June 2022 Arctic Fjords & Midnight Sun 9 nights from £1399 + extras 19 August 2022 Revisiting Prussia 10 nights from £1599 Travel from your door available to all ports inc. Liverpool & Newcastle for any sailing. Please ask for details when booking. Special departures from your door Fully escorted by Marion* Russian River Cruise* 2022 05 July fly from Humberside Sailing from St Petersburg to Moscow 10 nights from £3070 Croatian Coastal Cruise* 2022 17 May fly from Humberside enjoy a 7 night cruise from Dubrovnik to Opatija, followed by a 1 night city stay in Zagreb from £2595 Solo ‘ s welcome call for prices. 2022 our own tours inc. all excursions & entry fees e.g. 10 Feb The Pudding Club £189 2 days inc the full 7 pudd experience. 20 March llfracombe 6 days £529 inc. RHS Rosemoor, Clovelly & more. 03 April Tower Tea & Shard £199 02 May - Somerset Explorer £495 07 Aug Edinburgh Tattoo £425 11 September Floriade 5 nights via P&O North Sea Ferries DBB £789 Thursford 2022 now on sale 2 days £199

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Motoring Hedon Insurance is Authorised & Regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Offices in Cottingham, Hull, Hedon & Hornsea We insure : Buildings Home Contents Cars & Vans Holiday & Travel Static & Touring Caravans Mobile Homes Anything else - just ask! Make us the first port of call for your next renewal - Call 707 800 or better still pop in at 97 King Street, Cottingham or 526 Holderness Road, Hull Support your local insurance broker and get yourself a great deal into the bargain Skoda’s popular Fabia has come of age with the fourth generation of a model that, while still billed as the Czech company’s smallest car, now actually offers more space than the Skoda Octavia of 1996, which was judged a comfortably-sized family car in its day. Available since the end of September from £14,905 on the road, the new Fabia arrives 21 years after the first-generation Fabia set new standards for space, value and quality in the UK supermini sector. It now exceeds the four‑metre mark for the first time and, compared to the outgoing model, is 111mm longer; its wheelbase has increased by 94mm to 2,564mm, and at 1,780mm, it is 48mm wider. What all those figures add up to is more useable space inside the car. This is most noticeable in the rear seats and the boot - five adults will find themselves sitting comfortably, with good amounts of head and leg room for each. The outgoing Fabia had the largest boot in its segment but the new model’s luggage space has increased to gigantic proportions, doing better than rivals like the Ford Fiesta and Volkswagen Polo. In total, it offers 380 litres of storage space, which is 50 litres more than before, and by folding down the rear seats, the capacity of the boot can be increased to 1,190 litres. The UK range currently consists of four trim grades: S, SE Comfort, SE L and Colour Edition and while, sadly, a performance-orientated vRS version isn’t planned, a sporty Monte Carlo trim will arrive early in 2022. The entry-level S trim features LED headlights, Front Assist, Pedestrian Protection and Lane Assist, including road edge detection, as standard across the range, along with DAB digital radio, a 6.5-inch colour screen infotainment system with easy-to-navigate buttons and manual air conditioning. S buyers also benefit from e-Call+, a system that establishes an audio and data connection to a dedicated emergency call centre if sensors within the car detect a major accident. SE Comfort adds a host of additional features including 15-inch alloy wheels, front fog lights and a two-spoke leather multi-function steering wheel, rear parking sensors, height-adjustable front seats, adjustable lumbar support in front seats and leather-wrapped handbrake lever and gearshift knob. The SE L benefits from larger (16- inch) silver alloys, chrome window surrounds and electric windows front and rear. Inside, SE L models are equipped with Comfort seats, chrome-edged air vents, ambient lighting package and micro-suede grey lower decorative trim with art grey stitching. In terms of infotainment, the SE L comes with an Amundsen navigation system with 9.2-inch colour display, Care connect and Infotainment online (one year), web radio and six speakers. Dual-zone air-conditioning, along with two LED reading lights, a removable cup-holder and a front centre armrest are also fitted as standard. Finally, Colour Edition adds 16- inch black alloy wheels, privacy glass and door mirrors painted to match the car’s roof colour. Inside, there’s a feature-packed Bolero radio with 8-inch colour display, Virtual Cockpit with 10-inch colour The stylish Skoda Fabia comes of age. The Fabia has been a mainstay of the Skoda range for 21 years; now, as it comes of age with a new fourth edition, it’s bigger and better than ever. Roy Woodcock reports . . . December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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19 Motoring To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 display and KESSY keyless engine start/stop. An umbrella in the door pocket completes the generous standard specification. Not surprisingly, given automotive trends, there is no diesel option on the new Fabia; what is surprising is the fact there’s no hybrid or fully- electric option. What we have at the moment is a 1-litre petrol engine with a choice of four power outputs, ranging from 64 to 108bhp. A 1.5-litre powerplant joins the range next year; I’m presuming this will be in the Monte Carlo version. The three-cylinder unit might be small, but it only really makes its presence felt under hard acceleration; otherwise it’s very subdued. Frugal, too, with economy figures in the mid-50s mpg on longer journeys. Handling-wise it feels very “neutral”, for which you should read smooth, with Skoda aiming to make this a car majoring on comfort and space. Where the new Fabia has moved on considerably is with its build quality and finish and the cockpit is smart, well designed and very comfortable. Two-tone interior finishes, nice chrome detailing and a quality feel to all aspects of the interior are light years ahead of that seen in the Fabia when it first arrived back in 1999 as Volkswagen began to stamp its mark on the brand. In short, the new, fourth generation, Fabia represents a significant shift up-market and in terms of the sector it competes in, it could easily be Czech-mate for Skoda! More information: www.skoda.co.uk

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Food & Drink December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed FOODIE FACTS: AT CHRISTMAS WE ROUND UP SOME FASCINATING TRIVIA GEMS YOU PROBABLY NEVER KNEW ABOUT YOUR FAVOURITE CHRISTMAS FOOD AND DRINK Sweet speculation Much superstition surrounds mince pies. While it is considered lucky to eat one on each of the 12 days of Christmas, cutting one with a knife is said to bring bad luck. Mince pies should always be eaten in silence and the mincemeat mixture should be stirred clockwise. Pudding power Christmas pudding is also shrouded in mystery. Supposedly, the dessert should be made with thirteen ingredients to represent Jesus and his disciples, while placing a silver coin (traditionally a ‘sixpence’, or today’s five pence piece) in the pudding reportedly brings good luck to the person who finds it. Global gourmets In Norway, the festive feast takes place on Christmas Eve, while the Swedish meal consists of caviar, shellfish, cheeses plus cooked and raw fish. Soup, salads, eggs and carp are enjoyed in the Czech Republic and Austrians indulge in braised carp served with a gingerbread and beer sauce. Turkey traditions The majority of families (76%) around the UK tend to serve up a succulent roast turkey as the centrepiece of their festive meal at Christmas. Last year saw the UK consuming approximately 10million turkeys. The bird was considered a luxury before becoming more readily available in the 1950s. Calorie counters An average Brit consumes 7,000 calories on Christmas Day. Some 2,265 of these are consumed before Christmas lunch through alcohol and snacking, while the dinner itself accounts for 1,450 and Christmas pudding for 1,174. As a result, we put on 6lbs between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day. Brussels beginnings Despite being named after the Belgian capital, Brussels sprouts are thought to originally come from Iran and Afghanistan. There are over 50 varieties of the vegetable, and farmers run 10 times as many harvesters to produce them in the run-up to Christmas, picking them from dawn until dusk. Christmas cash Throughout the UK, an estimated £22billion is spent by households at Christmas time, with the average home splashing out a grand total of £835. Approximately £161 of this is thought to go on food and drink, while the rest is spent on gifts (£634), cards, trees and decorations (£40). How much do Brits drink at Christmas? Over the 12 days of Christmas, the average Briton will get through 18 pints of beer, three bottles of wine, one bottle of spirits and four glasses of fortified wine - the equivalent of 137 units of alcohol in less than two weeks. Is more chocolate eaten at Christmas or Easter? In the UK, Easter is increasingly about chocolate and less about Christian celebration. Seasonal sales in the UK account for 13% of annual confectionery sales, but more consumers give chocolate as a gift at Christmas than they do at Easter. What fruit is most popular at Christmas? Pomegranates, figs & dates The blousy and vibrant members of the Christmas fruit party, pomegranate, figs and dates lend themselves beautifully to sweet and savoury dishes. Originating from the Middle East, they’re used liberally in North Africa and Southern Europe to pep up salads and party food. The tradition of putting tangerines in stockings comes from 12th century French nuns who left socks full of fruits to the poor.

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Food & Drink in the south, and Pinot is really one of THE food friendly wines, suiting everything from roast ham with mustard to those Burgundian favourites like coq au vin and boeuf bourguignon. White Burgundies are all produced from Chardonnay grapes and include famous examples like Chablis and Pouilly Fuisse; we’ll certainly be drinking some of the former with our smoked salmon over the festive period - the two seem like a match made in heaven to me; equally it’s a wine that will match well with prawns and other rich shellfish, including oysters. Later in the Christmas meal I’ll definitely be passing the port (an aged Tawny would be a good choice) to go with the pudding as well as the mince pies. Simply a delicious combination. Port also works well with chocolate puddings and cheese; a vintage port with Stilton is unbeatable in my opinion. But for that other great Christmas indulgence - sherry trifle - I’ve grown really partial to a glass of sweet Sherry; Pedro Ximenez being mind-blowingly good. Just a flavour, then, of what I will be drinking at Christmas. Until next month - take care. Roy the difference with Prosecco is that this happens in stainless steel tanks under pressure rather than in the bottle. The result is a much purer expression of the Prosecco grape, and less of the bready, yeasty, biscuit aromas associated with Champagne. Cava, meaning “cellar” in Catalan, is a delicious sparkling wine from Spain. Similar to the production of Champagne, secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle. Known for its rich citrus flavours and creamy notes, try a glass of cava with traditional tapas for an authentic Spanish experience. Finally, English fizz is enjoying huge popularity at the moment and some of the very best, such as Nyetimber, can be more expensive than non vintage Champagne, Many English vineyards benefit from chalk soils similar to those found in Champagne and the result is a very similar wine. Forgetting fizz for a moment, Burgundy, both red and white, will definitely figure over the festive pe-riod; either would partner with turkey or duck; my preference would by for a light Pinot Noir - having very little tannins this red won’t overwhelm the delicacy of the meat tastes. In the case of duck, however, you will need to be careful if it is to be cooked in any sort of fruit sauce, such as orange or cherry, in which case an off-dry or sweeter white, such as a German Riesling, will balance the fattiness of the duck. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are the two great grape varieties of Burgundy, a region which runs from Auxerre in the north to Lyon variety with crisps, for instance, or Jaffa Cakes, where the combination of bitter orange and dark chocolate sits really well with the bubbles. Ideal as you prepare to doze off in front of the Christ-mas TV. It doesn’t have to actually be Champagne, of course, as sales of other types of fizz testify. But what’s the difference? Unlike other sparkling wines, Champagne may only be produced in the Champagne region of north-eastern France where the chalky soils are perfect for growing Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier – the varieties that make up this sophisticated fizz. Producers follow very traditional methods to ensure the exclusivity and premium quality of Cham- pagne. Grapes are picked by hand, not machine, and the wine is always aged for a minimum of 18 months. Also, the second fermentation always takes place in the same bottle that the wine is sold in; this is called Méthode Champenoise. Prosecco is a popular sparkling wine from northern Italy with gentle bubbles and a clean, distinc-tive apple-like finish. The key to Prosecco’s international success lies in its easygoing friendly drinkability. Like Champagne there is a secondary fermentation, however Champagne season is now officially open and although anyone knowing me well will testify I enjoy any excuse, any time, to partake of a glass, the fact is, apart from Valentine’s Day, we buy more of the stuff for Christmas and New Year than at any other time. It’s a great party drink, of course, and we Brits do tend to drink it on its own, chilled as an aperitif, but it does prove to be an extremely versatile wine to pair with most special meals; although do avoid heavy food like roast meats (none with the turkey, then!) I’ll be starting off on Christmas morning with a glass of Champagne while opening presents with the family - a “posh” breakfast of Eggs Benedict and Champagne is a real treat - and I’ll certainly be popping a few corks in the run-up to midnight on New Year’s Eve, but in between there will be plen-ty of other chances to enjoy a glass of fizz. It’s well suited, for instance, to a plate of fish and chips - Champagne has a lot of acidity in it and helps cut through the oil in the batter and chips. And fizz can be a great when snacking - try a rose Roy Woodcock’s World of Wine Best Buys for December Please drink responsibly. For the facts, visit drinkaware.co.uk Louis Moreau Chablis Price: £12.99 (was £16.99) Where: Waitrose When: Now, until December 28 Why: Deliciously delicate expression of the Chardonnay grape from Burgundy, and makes a really smart start to a celebratory meal. Taylors Select Reserve Port Price: £7.50 (was £10.75) Where: Co-op When: Now, until December 14 Why: Matured for about two years in oak vats, where the port softens and develops without losing its fresh, intense fruity character and deep ruby colour. Excellent accompaniment for rich cheeses, dried fruit, and desserts made of chocolate or black fruit. Charles De Villers Champagne Brut Price: £10 (was £20) Where: Morrisons When: From December 26 - 31 Why: Possibly the cheapest Champagne in the world - but only for a limited period and, sadly, not before Christmas. Is it any good? Definitely. At its full price of £20, it’s a good entry-point example; at half-price it would be daft not to (but be quick or you’ll find empty shelves). Vina Leyda Reserva Pinot Noir Price: £12 Where: Tesco When: Now Why: A cuts through the rich and salty food that we love to indulge in come Christmas Day. Aromatic and intense, yet light enough not to overpower the delicate flavour of turkey. 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To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Situated in Wednesday Market, our signature menu incorporates some deliciously authentic Turkish cuisine; one of the most varied and richest flavours of the world, while at the same time introducing popular Mediterranean cuisine. At Anatolia, all BBQ dishes are cooked on an open fire charcoal grill by our experienced Turkish chefs. From succulent kebabs and a huge array of meat dishes to a wide selection of authentic appetisers (meze's), freshly prepared salads, seafood and vegetarian dishes which are all complemented by a delightful range of traditional desserts and drinks - you’ll find everything at Anatolia is carefully sourced and deliciously prepared to our exacting standards. The welcoming décor has been made to feel distinctly more Middle Eastern by the addition of Turkish fittings including handmade Turkish mosaic lighting and beautiful wall pictures of classic Turkish scenes. Anatolia is committed to bringing you the best of Turkish cuisine and we are confident that you will love the food and service along with the freshness, quality and restaurant atmosphere! We look forward to welcoming you. 2 WEDNESDAY MARKET, BEVERLEY, HU17 0DG • TEL: 01482 871042 • OPEN 12PM - 10PM /AnatoliaBeverley anatoliabeverley/ TRADITIONAL TURKISH DINING FOOD FOR THE SOUL comes to the heart of Beverley Anatolia Meze & Grill has arrived to Beverley's food scene. 23 Food & Drink

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Food & Drink December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Rebekah our resident beauty columnist shares her favourite Christmas recipe Ingredients: 150g of raisins 100g of mixed peel 75g of almonds, coarsely chopped 3 tbsp of rum 1 tbsp of vanilla extract 1 tsp of almond extract 500g of plain flour 75g of golden caster sugar 1 tsp of salt 20g of fresh yeast 1 lemon, zest only 150ml of luke warm milk 1 medium egg 200g of unsalted butter, softened 100g of marzipan 50g of icing sugar and melted butter to coat Time: 2 Hours Serves: 8-12 Method: Step 1 Mix the raisins, lemon peel and almonds with the rum and vanilla extract and keep aside. Step 2 If using a food mixer, mix the flour, sugar, salt, crumbled yeast and lemon zest and pour in the milk and the egg. Start kneading using a low to medium speed until it starts to come together as a dough. Step 3 Add the softened butter and the marzipan a little at a time until it is fully incorporated and increase the speed until the dough is smooth and elastic. Step 4 Add the dried fruits and the chopped almonds and mix in the dough. Transfer the dough to a bowl, cover with cling film and allow to prove until it doubles in size (you can either do this by placing the bowl in a steam oven at 40°C or in a warming drawer using the lowest setting). Step 5 Turn the dough out onto the work surface and shape it into a large oval. Fold the dough in half lengthwise and press the folded side slightly to help the loaf keep its shape. Carefully lift and place onto a baking tray. Step 6 Slide the tray into the oven and cook at 160°C Fan for 30 minutes. Step 7 Remove the stollen from the oven, place on a wire rack and brush all around with melted butter. Finish with a dusting of icing sugar. Rebekah’s Traditional Christmas Stollen This tasty bake can be made and stored for up to three months. Here are 9 fun facts that’ll make you the Christmas food pub quiz master. 1. Turkey Before turkey, the traditional Christmas meal in England was a pig’s head and mustard. It wasn’t until Henry VIII had turkey for Christmas in the sixteenth century that it became a must-have on the Christmas table. 2. Eating a Christmas tree Many parts of the Christmas tree can actually be eaten (the needles are a source of vitamin C). 3. Mince pies The mince pies are now mostly vegetarian but, in the 1800s, mince pies were made with beef and spices. 4. Chocolate coins Chocolate coins are a nod to St Nicholas, who gave bags of gold coins to the poor. 5. Fruit cake In the past, fruit cake was intended to last all year. Indeed, the high moisture (and often alcohol) content of these cakes means they last for a long time without going bad. They were originally baked at the end of the harvest season and saved to be eaten the following year. 6. Christmas pudding Christmas pudding was originally a soup made with raisins and wine! 7. Stockings Hanging stockings is a traditional Dutch custom. Dutch people leave shoes filled with food for St Nicholas’s donkeys, who leave small gifts in return. 8. Candy canes Candy canes are said to have been invented in 1670, when a German choirmaster commissioned candies to keep children quiet in the church. The stripes came later. 9. Tangerines The tradition of putting tangerines in stockings comes from 12th century French nuns who left socks full of fruits to the poor. Christmas food facts

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If you want something new to read this month, look no further. From essay collections by some of the best writers to autumnal thrillers to curl up with, December’s selection has something for everyone... These Precious Days by Ann Patchett This is a fresh collection of essays and memoir from the internationally bestselling, Women’s Prize- winning author of The Dutch House. As a writer, Ann Patchett knows what the outcome of her fiction will be. Life, however, often takes turns we don’t see coming. Patchett ponders this as she explores family, friendship, marriage, failure, success and what it all means. These Precious Days ranges from the personal – a portrait of the three men Patchett called her fathers – to musings on how a chance encounter with Tom Hanks led to one of the most important friendships of her life. Patchett also wonders about how to answer when someone asks why you don’t have children, as well as considering the importance of knitting and the pleasure to be found in children’s books. Illuminating, penetrating, funny and generous, this is a great read from one of our greatest living authors. The Fell by Sarah Moss At dusk on a November evening in 2020, a woman slips out of her garden gate and turns up the hill. Kate is in the middle of a two- week quarantine period, but she just can’t take the confinement anymore. Besides, the moor is deserted at this time, and nobody need ever know. But Kate’s neighbour Alice sees her leaving and Matt, Kate’s son, soon realises she’s missing. Kate, who only planned a quick solitary walk, has fallen and badly hurt herself – and what began as a furtive walk turns into a mountain rescue operation. Suspenseful, witty and wise, The Fell asks questions about the place the world has become since March 2020, and the place it was before, and tells a story of compassion and kindness, and what we must do to survive. Today A Woman Went Mad In A Supermarket by Hilma Wolitzer In this collection, Hilma Wolitzer invites readers inside a private world of domestic bliss, seen mostly through the lens of Paulie and Howard’s gloriously ordinary marriage. From hasty weddings to meddlesome neighbours, and ex-wives who just won’t leave to sleepless nights spent worrying about unanswered chainmail, Wolitzer captures the tensions, contradictions and unexpected detours of daily life with an acutely observant eye. Including stories first published in magazines in the 1960s and 1970s – alongside new writing from Wolitzer, now in her 90s – Today a Woman Went Mad in the Supermarket reintroduces a beloved writer to a new generation of readers. In Every Mirror She’s Black by Lola Akinmade Akerstrom Kemi is ready to change her life. She’s sick of being second-guessed in the boardroom, tired of smiling politely while men gaze at her body, bored of dating surveys that tell her Black African women are the least desired in America. Moving across the world for a new job, surely things will be different? Brittany-Rae is determined not to struggle like her parents did. As a flight attendant, she’s seen the way the super- wealthy live and she envies it. Muna began her treacherous journey two years ago. She’s been granted asylum but can’t shake the feeling she will never belong. In search of escape, these three women find themselves in Stockholm, a city that prides itself on being egalitarian and open. But instead of a fresh new start, they find the same problems just wear a different name. A powerful read for fans of Queenie and Americanah. My Body by Emily Ratajkowski My Body is a deeply honest investigation of what it means to be a woman and a commodity from Emily Ratajkowski. Ratajkowski is an acclaimed model and actress, engaged political activist, entrepreneur, global social media phenomenon – and now, a writer. Rocketing to world fame at the age of 21, Ratajkowski sparked both praise and furore when she stripped off for Robin Thicke’s ‘Blurred Lines’ music video. The subsequent evolution in her thinking about society’s commodification of women is the subject of this book. These essays chronicle moments from Ratajkowski’s life while investigating culture’s fetishisation of girls and female beauty, its obsession with and contempt for women’s sexuality, the perverse dynamics of the fashion and film industries, and the grey area between consent and abuse. A fascinating read. Medusa by Jessie Burton Medusa is a feminist retelling of the famous Greek myth from Jessie Burton, the internationally bestselling author of The Miniaturist. Exiled to a far-flung island by the gods, Medusa has little company except the snakes on her head. When a beautiful boy called Perseus arrives on the island, her lonely existence is disrupted with the force of a supernova, unleashing desire, love and betrayal. Filled with glorious full-colour illustrations by award- winning Olivia Lomenech Gill, this update on some well-loved classical folklore is ideal for readers of Madeline Miller’s Circe and Pat Barker’s The Silence of the Girls. Illuminating the woman behind the legend, it brings alive Medusa for a new generation. Femlandia by Christina Dalcher Femlandia is the latest thriller from the bestselling author of Vox and Q. As the title suggests, this is another feminist takedown. The United States has sunk into total collapse. Men in positions of power have wrecked the economy and left women to suffer and pick up the pieces. Miranda Reynolds has lost her husband, job and home. There’s only one place left that she and her daughter Emma can go: Femlandia, is a female-only community and utopia for women. There’s a reason Miranda never joined before, but now she has no choice. And with what Miranda knows about Femlandia’s founder, she’s right to be wary. While life outside the gates is fraught with danger, there’s something just as sinister going on within. Just Haven’t Met You Yet by Sophie Cousens Just Haven’t Met You is the newest book by New York Times bestselling author Sophie Cousens. Laura has built a career out of interviewing people about their epic real-life love stories. When she picks up the wrong suitcase at the airport, Laura wonders if this could be the start of something that’s written in the stars. From piano sheet-music to a battered copy of her favourite book, in the bag, Laura finds evidence of everything she could hope for in a partner. And if Laura’s job has taught her anything it’s that when it comes to love, you can’t let opportunity pass you by. Now Laura is determined to track down the owner of the suitcase, and her own happy ending. But what if fate has other ideas? All the books in this feature are available to purchase now - please support your local bookshop. The very best new reads for this December Literature December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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Education Examination success is only part of the picture. Art, music, drama, dance, sport, community service projects and many clubs and societies create a vibrant atmosphere and help all pupils to flourish and enjoy their time at school. Everyone matters and the pastoral care at the school ensures pupils feel supported and valued throughout their time here. Our short, medium and long-term development projects seek to build for the future and invest in the provision for each child in terms of sport, drama, academic opportunities as well as investment in the site so that we continue to nurture the potential of each individual, inspiring all pupils with a love of learning, developing curiosity and a passion for the subjects they are studying, and celebrating talent in whatever form that takes. The education we provide is ambitious and full of opportunity, opening up the mind and experience of each individual, inspiring all to find their niche, make the most of their gifts and to thrive. It is much more than passing exams and teaches the students that their worth as human beings is not measured simply in academic success but aims to give them the confidence to take risks, tackle challenges head on and have the confidence to re-write the story when necessary. Tranby prepares students for life, whilst instilling in them understanding of others and a desire to make a difference in the world. Alex Wilson, Headmistress Tranby Tranby is a thriving 3-18 HMC co-educational day school, providing a carefully judged blend of support and challenge amid the glorious surroundings of the historically significant Tranby Croft. We are committed to bringing out the best in everyone and have a ‘no ceilings’ approach to what our pupils can achieve. December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Register on-line: www.eastridingcollege.ac.uk/open YOUR Visit our website for details SATURDAY, 15 JANUARY 9.30am-12pm St Mary’s Walk, Bridlington SATURDAY, 22 JANUARY 9.30am-12pm Flemingate, Beverley OPEN DAYS Full & Part-Time Courses Higher Education Apprenticeships Courses for Business

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Health & Wellbeing Give the perfect gift this festive season Protect your loved ones by getting your COVID-19, booster and flu jabs, if and when you can. Follow our six simple tips... Ventilate or wrap up warm and meet outside Continue to wash your hands regularly with soap and water Wear a face covering in busy or enclosed spaces (unless exempt) Do a rapid lateral flow test twice a week Be kind and respect personal choice Know your risk and be socially responsible if visiting the vulnerable or elderly. If you do have symptoms or feel unwell, stay at home and order a PCR test by visiting gov.uk/get-coronavirus-test or calling 119. Let’s keep life moving and make this winter one to remember for all the right reasons... Prevent. Notice. Act. Visit eastriding.gov.uk/3stepstosafety December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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Health & Beauty Rebekah’s Beauty Box Simple party make-up Christmas and New Year’s Eve is the perfect time of year to have some fun with make- up and create some fabulous evening looks to wow your friends.… Christmas and New Year’s Eve party make-up is often more dramatic than day to day make-up, but there is no reason to be afraid of trying out some new products. Used correctly, darker tones and more glitzy looks can enhance your natural beauty, compliment your outfit, and impress fellow party- goers. Five simple steps to create your Christmas or New Year look l Match your make-up to your outfit. When attending a Christmas party decide which dress you are going to wear before planning your make-up. For example, if choosing to wear a red dress, ensure that your lipstick is a matching tone of red. Many women will opt for black, so you can go to town on your eye and lip colours to brighten up your face to counterbalance the fact that black can be draining next to an older face. l Moisturise well and then apply a face primer to your skin. Moisturising is important all year round but particularly so in the colder months when your skin may be drier and tighter. Adding a face primer on top of moisturiser will not only give you a great base for your foundation but also help your make-up to stay looking fresh from dawn till dusk. l Christmas party make-up can allow you to try out more glam looks but I would recommend sticking to your usual foundation and face make-up routine. However, if your skin has the tendency to look washed out in the winter months add some extra blusher and maybe a sweep of bronzer to add warmth. However, don’t over-do either - blend well to keep the look subtle. Use a highlighter on your cheek and brow bones to give shape to the face and make your face look soft and dewy in evening light. l Don’t be afraid of experimenting with darker colours on the eyes, but be mindful of your skin tone and which colours suit you. For a sultrier evening look, apply a lighter shade to the lid and then apply a darker eye shadow into and above the natural socket line and also to the outer edges of the lid. Blend really well with a clean brush. This will give you a smoky effect – a great classic party look. Finally take a small wedge-shaped brush and push the darker colour shade along the lash line to make your lashes look thicker. l Although we are told not to have both intense eye and lip make-up, during party season you can bend the rules slightly! Ensure that you choose the right colouring to compliment your skin tone but don’t be afraid to use darker colours than usual. A statement lip colour can look particularly fabulous against a black dress. Prime the lips properly to prevent ‘bleeding’; this will also help your lipstick to last during a night of dancing! A great tip of mine is to create a lip stain with your lipstick by rubbing it into your lips with a finger. Then apply a couple more coats using a lip brush, blotting in between. Finish with gloss for an extra special festive look. December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed We are seasoned party guests here at the magazine – here are some of our fail-safe tips for being invited back next year. l RSVP no more than 24 hours after receiving an invitation. l Drink a glass of water between every alcoholic beverage. l Do not cancel unless you absolutely have to and then give ideally 36 hours’ notice minimum. l Alert your host to allergies and dietary requirements. l Never turn up empty-handed. l Say ‘Great to see you’ when introduced to someone, just in case you’ve met before and have forgotten. l Remember new people’s names. l Use the neutral pronoun ‘they’ if unsure. l Don’t ask ‘What do you do?’ Try, ‘How has the past year been for you?’ for a more open-ended discussion. l Make an effort in what you wear. l Arrive 11 minutes after the allotted arrival time. l Send a thank-you card in the post the next day. l Post-Covid, saying hello and smiling is sufficient - avoid air-kissing, cheek-kissing or handshakes as it’s impossible to gauge people’s comfort levels with social distancing - and it’s classy to be cautious. The Perfect Party Guest

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Hull City - with Woody Mellor December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed Are we really seeing the end of the Allam era at Hull City? As things stand today the prospective owner has agreed to purchase their shares and things apparently will soon be in the hands of the EFL to sanction the deal. Going by the total lack of scrutiny that they gave to Wigan’s week- long owners in 2020 this shouldn’t be too much trouble. So Allams out? It is strange really. They are arguably City’s most successful owners with three promotions two of these to the Premier League, an FA Cup Final, League Cup Semi Final and European football but they were also one of least popular and most divisive owners who lost the club at least ten thousand fans. There have been so many issues since they failed to acquire West Park as a building site with the name change, membership scheme, loss of concessionary prices, fences, removal of tenants within the Airco Arena and basically telling fans that they were irrelevant when the Sky money was rolling in. Thousands have lost interest in the club and despite what many say, probably won’t really be back after a five year absence. More significantly they have also lost hundreds of fans who supported them through decades of mediocrity by taking away cheap passes for pensioners and also losing the next generation of children at the same time. Back in 2008 kids throughout the region were following City. How many do we see now? Another generation supporting the big four teams once again? There are lots of easy wins for the new owner. Cheap tickets, reductions for the old and the young, calling us Hull City and emphasising this name was no longer under debate, talk of the Premier league, actually signing some players in January, agreeing new deals for the next batch of out of contract players and turning down offers for Keane Lewis- Potter and Jacob Greaves. Selling someone within weeks would set things off negatively within weeks unless all the fee was used to strengthen the squad immediately. Even providing a ticket office and being able to pay on the gate would be broadly welcomed as we are the clubs customers not the enemy within. With all of this on the horizon it is easy to forget that the team are having a stunning revival. The knives were out for Grant McCann after another long winless run but it is four wins and a draw in the past five games. Is Grant a tactical genius or has this come from the lack of full-backs? City managed to win against fellow strugglers Barnsley but the real change came against Birmingham, every full-back was unavailable so he was forced away from his beloved formation and had to play 3-5-2. McCloughlin came into the heart of the three man defence, Longman and KLP played as wingbacks, we had five players across the middle and two men together up front but with four attackers in every game if you include the two wingers playing as wing-back. Added to this Baxter has been impressive since he has become the first-choice goalkeeper and Honeyman (above) is once again the heartbeat of the team. Potentially Grant McCann could be the Championship manager of the month and sacked at the same time. Things have improved considerably but if Coyle and Elder had not picked up injuries would it have been the same formation, tactics and defeats over the past four games? So, will things change in December? As things stand City may have a new unknown Georgian manager in Shota Arveladze (right), he played for Rangers but his managerial career has been in Turkey, Israel and Uzbekistan of all places. The jury is out on this but he is highly regarded by the prospective owner so you need to go by his judgement, unless he plays safe and looks at a more established British alternative. We also hope to welcome Acun llicali as our new owner. He was once a sports journalist in Turkey before making millions through broadcast media so must understand football more than the Allams. He has also talked of bringing the club back to the community and filling the stadium once again so hopefully the missing thousands or maybe local youngsters can swell attendances. Who knows what his long time plan will be but let’s hope it is to reach the Premier League once again to pocket the Sky! money or sell the club on at a profit. Things can only get better and just changing the atmosphere will be a start, there has been so much negativity and arguments between fans throughout the Allam era it would just be nice to enjoy going to a football match once again. This is Hull City though so it won’t take long for people to get worked up about something, let’s just hope that doesn’t come for a while, can we just enjoy the rest of this season for a change? Hopefully the positive form can be maintained but more importantly the players do seem to becoming better adjusted to the Championship standard. Let’s hope for at least a mid-table finish and they can build for next season. Happy Christmas and we are looking forward to our big new £30Million present. Could this be the new beginning? T: 01482 345907 • E: info@tkcustomproducts.com • 78a Newland Avenue • Hull • HU5 3AB Corporate & Customised Gifts We can put your logo / image / photo on to: Mugs, Latte Mugs, Coasters, Mouse Mats, Slates and much more. 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November 2021 Get Your Business Noticed DO YOU THINK THAT IN JANUARY WE PUT TOO MUCH PRESSURE ON OURSELVES? Yes that is the case for some! You have a whole year to create goals and make changes, so why not instead of starting your New Year’s resolution now think about what you would like to achieve in the year ahead and plan some inspirational goals for 2022? WHAT ARE THE MAIN REASONS WE FAIL AT STICKING TO OUR RESOLUTIONS? What a crazy time to make resolutions. Often we are making plans while full of the festive spirit – possibly not ideal! Winter is a time of year when many people feel less motivated and energised because of the colder weather and shorter days. New Year’s resolutions are not thought through properly and sweeping statements are made without truly considering how keeping to them will affect other areas of life – sometimes we set goals because others have said we should. If it is not your goal it is unlikely you will stick to it. Another issue can be in dealing with setbacks and challenges. It is helpful to consider what you will do if things don’t go to plan. Many if they go off plan once just say “I have failed” rather than recognising what they have achieved noting a minor/major hitch and getting themselves refocused. HOW CAN WE ENSURE WE’RE BEING REALISTIC? It is important to be realistic and take time to think changes through. Here are some questions to think about to help you clarify what you want and how you will approach it: l What is it you want to achieve? Now ask yourself these questions: l What will happen if you do? l What won’t happen if you do? l What will happen if you don’t? l What won’t happen if you don’t? So if you are sure you want to create a goal for 2022 think about your life as a whole. l What things are important to you in the year ahead? l Why are these important? l What will they give you? l Does this mean making some changes? l What are they? l How will this impact on your life as a whole? l How will it affect the other people in your life? l Can you take lots of small more achievable steps to get you from where you are now to where you want to be? l What are these steps? l What will be the reward/pay off for achieving each step? l When will be the best time to do these? l What else is going on in your world that you need to consider? l What support do you need? l Where can you get this support? WE OFTEN FAIL WHEN WE SET OURSELVES BIG GOALS – SHOULD THIS BE AVOIDED, OR IS THERE JUST A BETTER WAY OF APPROACHING THEM? Big goals can seem so daunting so break it down into smaller goals “A journey of a thousand miles starts with just one step” What are the steps that will lead you from where you are now to where you want to be? HOW CAN WE AVOID FALLING INTO THE TRAP OF MAKING THE SAME RESOLUTIONS YEAR AFTER YEAR? Don’t do it! If you do what you have always done you will get what you have always got. The definition of madness has been said to be doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. So if this year you want things to be different take a different approach. Maybe this year get a coach to help you achieve it or to help you understand what you can change in your thoughts and actions that will make a difference for you. THINKING OF A FRESH START FOR 2022? Before you write an extensive list of resolutions, Life Coach Stevie Mann-Ryder from Beeford has this advice…

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Gardening When the cold winds blow and snow begins to settle on the lawn, it’s tempting to close the backdoor and spend the winter curled up by the fire. But if you’re an outdoorsy person then there’s no need to give up on the garden for a whole season every year. With our guide to gardening in winter you’ll find plenty of projects to crack on with before the spring, how to protect your plants against the cold and top tips for making the most out of your time outdoors. Winter Gardening Jobs Pruning. Some plants are best cut back and pruned over winter, such as roses, shrubs, fruit trees and deciduous hedges. This will encourage healthy new shoots to grow when the weather warms up again. Cleaning. While the life in your garden is less demanding, it’s a good opportunity to sort out a bit of general maintenance. Hosing down your paths and patios will not only spruce them up, but also ensure they’re free of grime which could become slippery in the cold, damp conditions. Checking for structural damage. If you have a greenhouse, shed or conservatory then winter is the best time of year to give them a good inspection. Most of the surrounding foliage will have died back, leaving a clear path to see any cracks in the frames or broken window panes. Fixing these now is crucial for protecting any plants inside from freezing draughts. Ordering seed catalogues. Get prepared for the sowing season by choosing seeds and plants to buy. It’s a good time to sit back and plan how you might like to redesign your planting or reflect on which flowers grow best in your garden. Cutting the lawn. You won’t need to mow the grass anywhere near as frequently as in the summer, but if the weather is mild it will need doing every now and then. The grass won’t grow as fast, so you can leave it longer than normal. Winter Gardening Tips Don’t compact the soil. During wintertime, the ground will likely be saturated from excess rain and freeze due to the plummeting temperatures. It’s best to avoid treading on the earth too much as you will compact the already dense soil, making it even more difficult to work in the spring. So try to step lightly when you need to go over it. Maintain tools. There won’t be many labour intensive jobs to do in the garden over winter so it’s a good opportunity to show your tools some TLC. Oil any machinery that requires it and sharpen the blades of your trimmers and secateurs. Then you’ll be all set for cracking on when the frost thaws. Keep watering. It’s easy to overlook watering your garden when the weather’s so rubbish this time of year. But it’s still important to go outside and give your plants a quick water every now and then, particularly if it hasn’t rained in a while. And don’t forget to water your indoor flowers too! Plan ahead. Winter is a great time to plan your garden design for the coming year. Most of the plants and trees have died back, leaving the core layout of your plot clear. Take advantage of this by mapping out new paths or patios, or deciding where to put that new shed or greenhouse. Winter Planting Winter loving plants. Surprisingly, there are a few plants that defy nature and come into their own in the chilly months. Besides evergreen trees, these include witch hazel, winter jasmine, winter honeysuckle and viburnum. Add a few of these for a colourful flowerbed all year round. Winter vegetables. If you have an allotment or kitchen garden, then there are plenty of hardy vegetables that will keep you going over winter. In early summer you can sow broccoli, leeks, winter cabbage and brussel sprouts, which Gardening Jobs for December and Winter December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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41 Gardening To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 N SOLVE YOUR STORAGE PROBLEMS CALL NOW - 01759 30 55 66 SUMMER HOUSES PLAYHOUSES GARAGES KENNELS POTTING SHEDS FENCE PANELS FENCE ERECTING SHEDS • FREE ERECTION • FREE LOCK AND KEY • ANY SIZE AVAILABLE • BASE LAYING VISIT OUR SHOW SITE SHARPS WORLD OF WOOD THE LOG CABIN, YORK ROAD, BARMBY MOOR, YORK YO42 4HS - Near Pocklington www.sharpsworldofwood.com OPENING TIMES: Tuesday to Saturday: 8:30am - 5pm Sundays (& Bank Hols): 10am - 4pm Closed Mondays are all capable of enduring the frost – and perfect for a Christmas dinner! Frost protection. As any gardener will no doubt be aware, most plants don’t take well to frosty nights and freezing temperatures. There are many methods to protect your plants against frost, from cloches and fleece blankets to careful watering and layering mulch. Indoor gardening. Perhaps the simplest way to get your gardening fix without having the brace yourself against the chill is by planting inside. Not all plants will grow well indoors, so make sure you do your research. Most plants will grow best in rooms full of light and insulated against draughts. For the most effective indoor growing, it may be worth investing in specialist lights and a grow room. Winter Wildlife in the Garden Wintertime can be harsh for animals in the wild. Food is scarce, conditions are icy cold and shelter is hard to come by. You can help out the creatures that come to your garden by providing a little assistance. For the birds, leave out extra food in your birdfeeder and keep your birdbath topped up with water – though make sure it doesn’t freeze. A tennis ball in there should do the trick. You can also plant berry bushes, which will provide a source of winter food and a place to shelter. For other creatures, make sure there’s somewhere for them to bunker down and sit out the winter months. Simply leave out a pile of leaves or uncut grass for groundlings to nest in. What to Wear Outside Obviously the priority when gardening outside from November to February is keeping warm. Wrap up as much as you can with hats, gloves, scarves and coats, while allowing enough ease of movement to be able to get on with your digging and pruning. A great way to cut back on the layers while retaining the warmth is with heated clothing. You can use heat pads for your hands or even battery heated socks and gloves for long-lasting toastiness. Just make sure that you don’t spend too long outside at a time, especially if you’re feeling unwell. There’s nothing like a regular tea break to warm yourself up! One Year Ends, Another Begins So don’t let the cold weather and long nights dishearten you too much – there’s still plenty of opportunity to get outside and enjoy your garden in winter. From protecting the plants you’ve tended all year to planning new features for the next, winter is the perfect time for reflection and inspiration. Take a brisk walk through the grass before huddling up inside with a hot drink and admiring your garden through the window. Treat someone special to a book full of gardening ideas for Christmas. And most of all get ready, for spring will soon begin!

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FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT By Fiona Dwyer - Journalist, PR Consultant, DIY Your Biz PR Course Creator, Wife & Mum to two teenagers! ‘TIS THE SEASON…… How is it that you think you have so much time to prepare for Christmas and then all of a sudden it’s a week or so away?!! Saying that, I have been pretty proud of myself this year having heard all the stories about potential delivery delays. I can honestly tell you that, at the time of writing, I have half of my shopping done already! Yes, you read that right! And that is fairly unheard of, no matter how many times I tell myself to get ready early every year. But I’m not going overboard (at least I don’ think so!) So, here’s hoping that you too will be ready a few days before Christmas, so that perhaps we can relax and enjoy the festivities, instead of getting stressed because we’ve forgotten something! SOMETHING NEW…. I went for coffee at my friend’s house recently and she showed me an amazing blanket she was crocheting, so I immediately felt inspired! And yes, you’ve guessed it, I’ve decided to take up crocheting too! I’m such a copycat! Anyway, I think I ought to start with something simple, so probably squares that I can stitch together to make a ‘granny’ blanket. I’m putting a crochet hook and wool on my Christmas list. I remember reading how crocheting is also brilliant for your mental health, so as well as making something useful, there’s an added benefit too. I’m not sure why I’ve never thought of it before! I’m also going to get my daughter involved. I know a lot of people started crocheting during lockdown, so I’m only a little bit late to the party, but hey, better late than never! I’ll be sure to update you on my progress!! A CHRISTMAS POEM - My Christmas Gift to You (by Kelly Roper) My gift to you this Christmas Comes tied with a pretty bow. It’s not important what’s inside the box, I just love you and wanted you to know. And finally……..Thank you so much for reading my column and for all the lovely comments you send in to me. Here’s wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! Have fun – and stay safe! Fiona x Twitter: @fionadwyer • Facebook: Fiona Dwyer PR USEFUL NUMBERS EMERGENCY NUMBERS Police / Fire / Ambulance 999 Police (Non-emergencies) 101 Crime Stoppers 0800 555 111 Child Line 0800 11 11 Electricity (Supply Failure) 0800 375 675 Gas (Emergencies) 0800 111 999 Water (Emergencies) 0845 124 24 24 HOSPITALS & HEALTH Castle Hill Hospital 01482 875 875 East Riding Community Hospital 01482 88 66 00 Hull Royal Infirmary 01482 328 541 NHS Direct 111 HELP & ADVICE Age UK East Riding 01482 86 91 81 Alzheimers Society 01482 211 255 Alcohol & Drug Advisory Service 01482 32 06 06 Case Lifelink 01482 329 614 Case Training 01482 320 200 Citizens Advice Bureau 01482 224 608 Cruse Bereavement Care 01482 56 55 65 Hull Rape Crisis 01482 329 990 Macmillan 01482 461154 Mencap 01482 211 473 NSPCC Helpline 0808 800 5000 RSPCA 0300 1234 999 RSPCA (Animal Home) 01482 341 331 Relate Hull & East Yorkshire 01482 329 621 Samaritans 01482 323 456 Sight Support Hull & East Yorks 01482 342 297 Survivors Hull & East Riding 01482 22 66 77 TRANSPORT Bus Information (EYMS) 01482 59 29 29 Hull Trains 0345 071 0222 National Rail Enquiries 08457 484 950 Humberside Airport 01652 688 456 P & O Ferries (Reservations) 08716 64 64 64 Beverley Community Lift 01482 868 082 COUNCILS East Riding of Yorkshire Council 01482 393 939 Hull City Council 01482 300 300 Beverley Town Council 01482 874 096 Hedon Town Council 01482 898 428 Withernsea Town Council 01964 614 984 Cottingham Town Council 01482 847 623 Elloughton & Brough Town Council 01482 665 600 December 2021 Get Your Business Noticed

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