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February 2024 Issue No.108 TOWNS & VILLAGES EDITION
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Beverley St Nicholas Road, Beverley HU17 0QT Tel: 01482 870246 HULL TRADE FIREPLACES Hull 388 Holderness Road, Hull, HU9 3DL Tel: 01482 588885 www.hullfireplaces.co.uk Stove package deals Editor’s note Welcome to the February edition of the magazine. I hope that you are all keeping well and looking forward to Valentines Day. It is still very tough for everyone with the current cost of living crisis and the state of the world that we live in. I don’t ever remember things been as bad as they are now - so please continue to use the local businesses, shops, tradesmen and services that advertise in the magazine - it really does help our local economy, the local employment situation and ultimately the planet when you do. We have an interesting and varied range of topics in this edition for your enjoyment including a House and Home Feature that looks at one womans obsession with Vintage White. We also have our usual round up of all the New Books to read this month as well as a feature on Ovarian Cancer (every woman should read this and be aware of the symptoms!!). We have lots of fantastic gigs/events to do in our What’s On Guide which will keep you entertained over the coming weeks. We also have some great Romantic Breaks for all you love birds celebrating Valentines Day. Our new Motoring expert Ray Dudcock looks at what Toyota are launching in the coming months. In Sarah Kings’ monthly Gardening column she takes a broad look at Gardening / Flowers / Vegetables. The Food & Drink section has two delicious recipes for you to try. We also have our regular Beauty Column with Rebekah who talks about Winter Hair Care. As usual we finish off with Fiona Dwyer’s ‘Food for thought’. Wishing you all a wonderful February. Janie Editor © Dalton Spire Limited 2024. 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: Janie Gough. Advertising Sales: Caroline Anderson. Distribution Manager: Phil Hiscott. Finance Manager: JP Kinnersley. Designers: Mervyn King, Adam Jacobs. Photography: Clash Pix. Contributors: Fiona Dwyer, Sarah King, Rebekah Robinson, Hugo G Salochin, Frances Lindley, Ray Dudcock. How To Contact Us: - T: 01964 552 470 • E: ask@daltonspire.co.uk • www.daltonspire.co.uk 8 24 18 30 3 16 26 22 32 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470
Local News East Riding of Yorkshire Council is encouraging businesses to support their employee’s health and wellbeing. The council’s Working Well initiative is available to all businesses across the East Riding to support with information, training, resources and an activity plan tailored to individual businesses to help create a happy, healthy workforce. Simple positive changes can help increase resilience, improve engagement, reduce sickness and absence and encourage higher performance and productivity. Councillor David Tucker, cabinet member for adults, health and care said: “We would like businesses in the East Riding that haven’t yet created a wellbeing plan, to take the opportunity of the new year to create a plan for their organisation. “Our Working Well team will support businesses of all sizes, to help their employees mental, physical and emotional health and wellbeing. Employers have a pivotal role to play in providing healthy and inclusive workplaces and businesses in turn will benefit from more engaged and motivated staff.” A key element of the Working Well scheme is for organisations to work together as part of a local network and share good practice. Find out more about how Working Well can help support your business to improve staff wellbeing at: www.eastridinghealthandwellbeing. co.uk/wellbeing-in-the-workplace or email: healthatwork@eastriding.gov.uk Sign your business up for the Working Well e-newsletter, sent out for free every other month, with health and wellbeing advice and support for your workforce: eryc.link/workingwellnewsletter Working Well can help your business create a healthy and motivated workforce February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed East Riding Libraries offer a wide range of free activities this February half term for children and families East Riding Libraries are delighted to be offering a wide range of activities for children and families this February half-term with a new STREAM programme. STREAM activities focus on ‘learning through fun’ and have science, technology, reading, engineering, arts and mathematics at their core. They are all free to attend. Sessions include the popular Lego Art, using specially designed Lego Art kits to make amazing pictures out of bricks. No fewer than 17 libraries will be offering this activity right across the East Riding. For older children, East Riding Libraries will be making maths fun with their EaRL Robots maths challenge. The aim is to solve a maths question and then code an EaRL Robot to walk to the answer. These sessions will be at Beverley Library. For those who love science, Hessle Library has just the activity session. The new microscopy kit will be there to be used to look at all kinds of specimens up close and wonder at the minute beauty of the most unexpected things. To get full details, visit: www.eastinglibraries.co.uk/WhatsOn Booking may be required for some activities and age limits may apply. Contact the relevant branch library for details and bookings. Event locations and dates: Lego Art Beverley Library Tuesday, 13 February at 10.30-11.30 – Booking required EaRL Robots Maths Challenge Beverley Library Saturday, 17 February at 2.30-3.30 – Booking required
5 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Local News HULL DEVOLUTION EAST YORKSHIRE AND CONSULTATION Visit eastriding.gov.uk/devolution Consultation closes on 27 February 2024 SCAN HERE HAVE YOUR SAY BETTER HOUSING BETTER TRANSPORT BETTER INFRASTRUCTURE MORE INVESTMENT MORE SKILLS MORE JOBS www.eastriding.gov.uk/devolution People across Hull and East Yorkshire can now have their say on devolution proposals for the region. East Riding of Yorkshire Council and Hull City Council have today launched an eight-week consultation on the proposal to create a Hull and East Yorkshire Mayoral Combined Authority (MCA), led by a directly elected mayor. The leaders of both councils are urging all residents, businesses and other organisations to read the proposal and give their feedback. Councillor Anne Handley, leader of East Riding of Yorkshire Council, said: “It’s really important that people take part in this consultation and have their say. “This devolution deal will bring in hundreds of millions of pounds to this region - much more than just £400m. “Most importantly, it means we will no longer be left behind. Other regions all around us are reaping the benefits of devolution and we are missing out. “This deal gets us out there on the national and international stage. “But we need you, our residents, to get involved and come on this journey with us. “So, today I am asking everyone across the region to take part in this consultation, back the deal, and help shape the future of Hull and East Yorkshire.” Councillor Mike Ross, leader of Hull City Council, said: “This is an exciting milestone in our devolution journey and we urge everyone in the region to get involved and have their say. “Securing £400 million of game- changing investment will help to transform our region and move forward our city, whilst also giving us more local power to drive that ourselves. “Both councils are backing these proposals, but we are clear the residents in the area need to support them too. “Now is the time for the public to let us know what they think.” From now until 27 February, people can read the devolution proposal and give their feedback on each part of the deal at heydevolution.com. Residents can also visit any East Riding library, or any Hull library or customer service centre, where they can get help completing the survey using a computer or completing the questionnaire on paper. There will also be a series of drop-in events across the region, where people will be able find out more about the devolution proposal. Dates, locations and times for these will be announced at: l https://www.eastriding.gov.uk/ council/devolution/ l https://www.heydevolution.com/ l https://news.hull.gov.uk/tag/ devolution/ l and both councils’ social media accounts The Hull and East Yorkshire MCA would have powers to invest in areas such as transport, skills and housing, as well as an additional £400m of devolved funding over the next 30 years to invest in local priorities. A combined authority for East Yorkshire does not mean the two councils would merge, only that they would collaborate on certain issues that affect everyone in the region. The councils and the delivery of day- to-day responsibilities would remain separate, and local services would not be affected. What happens next: the proposed path to devolution... 02 January - 27 February 2024 Public consultation period March 2024 Analysis and consideration of consultation results, with decisions taken on whether to progress the devolution deal. April 2024 Submission to the Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities Autumn 2024 Hull and East Riding of Yorkshire councils consider and approve draft order Autumn 2024 Secretary of State lays the order to Parliament after consideration Winter 2024-25 Order made for the creation of the HEY MCA. Combined authority established May 2025 Mayoral election Devolution: Time for the public to have their say
House & Home Five types of mortgage loan you should know about as the base rate of interest is held at 5.25% again. Interest rates hold again: a guide to mortgage types for first-time buyers, movers and over 55s Five types of mortgage loan you should know about as the base rate of interest is held at 5.25% again The UK base rate of interest is still holding at 5.25 per cent, the Bank of England has announced, giving mortgage holders not on a fixed rate another reprieve. The Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee has voted to hold the rate again at it’s first meeting of 2024. It has now been held at 5.25 per cent for four months, following 14 consecutive rate hikes since 2021 in response to high inflation. Rates are still at the highest level since February 2008. Inflation rose to four per cent in December 2023, according to the Office for National Statistics, up from 3.9 per cent in November. Surges in mortgage rates over the past few months have been partly due to the economic turmoil sparked by the ‘mini-Budget’ policies announced in September 2022 by then-Prime Minister Liz Truss and former Chancellor Kwasi Kwarteng. Mortgage lenders have begun to price their offerings more competitively in 2024, with some offering interest on certain mortgage loans as low as four per cent — although brokers have advised buyers to fix as soon as possible rather than wait for rates to fall further. The recent interest rates hold will mean mortgage repayments for households could remain stable, news that will be particularly welcome to homeowners with variable and tracker rate mortgages. These mortgage rates move in line with the Bank of England’s interest rate and are thought to number around 150,000 in London. Mortgage holders with fixed rates of interest will remain Interest rates hold again: a guide to mortgage types for first-time buyers, movers and over 55’s protected for now, although the sting will eventually be felt when homeowners come off their lender’s fixed rate of interest, try to remortgage or move home. Amid the ongoing economic turbulence, it can be hard to know what type of mortgage will suit your needs. Here are five ways you can borrow to buy a home. Repayment mortgages Most homeowners have repayment mortgages, and repay some of the capital amount borrowed, as well as some of the interest on the loan each month. Eventually they own their home outright when the loan is paid off. There are two types of repayment mortgage: fixed-term and variable. With a fixed-rate mortgage, the interest rate is fixed for a set amount of time and won’t be affected by Bank of England base rate rises or fluctuations in the market. Typically, the fixed rate period (also known as the initial rate period) is the first two, three or five years of the term. As the name suggests, variable rate mortgages have interest rates that can go up and down, meaning monthly payments can change. There are three main types: standard variable rate (SVR), tracker and discount-rate. First-time buyer mortgages For many first-time buyers, meeting deposit requirements is the biggest hurdle to realising the dream of home ownership. This is where a 95 per cent mortgage can help, as with a home loan at 95 per cent loan-to- value (LTV), buyers need to raise a deposit of only five per cent. The LTV is a ratio of a home loan relative to a property’s value. For example, a mortgage worth £190,000 on a £200,000 home has a 95 per cent LTV. Buyers then make up the five per cent difference with a deposit — in this case, £10,000. During the uncertainty of the pandemic, banks became much more risk averse and many pulled their 95 per cent mortgage deals. But the product came back on the market after a government initiative was launched in 2021, providing a guarantee to mortgage lenders to encourage them to offer high loan-to-value (LTV) mortgages. Major lenders including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, NatWest, Santander and Virgin Money offer 95 per cent mortgages under the Mortgage Guarantee Scheme. The closing date for the scheme has been extended to December 31 2023. Zero-deposit mortgages Renters who lack savings or financial support from their family can potentially make the jump on to the housing ladder with a new zero-deposit mortgage. Skipton Building Society’s new “track record” mortgage could give a helping hand to people with a strong history of paying their rent but who have been only able to save a little or nothing for a deposit to buy their first home. The deal is available for first-time buyers across Britain. Tenants aged 21 and over may be able to take out mortgages at between 95 per cent to 100 per cent of the value of the property they want to buy. Skipton says it will not allow borrowers to pay more for their mortgage than they were handing over in rent. Applicants will also need to demonstrate at least a 12-month track record of paying their rent on time. That should take care of concerns about affordability but does not eliminate the risk of negative equity. Interest-only mortgages Unlike the above repayment mortgages, interest-only mortgages require solely the interest to be paid for the term of the loan. They offer cheaper payments, but borrowers have to make sure they have a way of paying the full loan back at the end of the mortgage term. They are not as common as they were before the credit crunch and have been the subject of mis- selling scandals in the past. Since 2014, it has been more difficult to borrow on an interest- only basis. Not all lenders offer interest-only and those that do will have strict criteria such as a decent deposit and having an approved repayment vehicle in place. According to UK Finance, new interest-only lending, while still permitted, accounts for only a small minority of activity. Just 32,000 interest-only loans were advanced in 2021 — less than three per cent of total lending. ‘Part and part’ mortgages There is also a half way option between interest only and a traditional repayment mortgage. Called ‘part and part’ mortgages, these allow you to pay off some of your mortgage over time, but not all of it. When the mortgage term ends, there will still be some money left to pay off. Experts stress that specific financial advice should be sought to ensure that there is a full understanding of the part and part arrangement, and any later financial considerations have been taken into account. Lifetime or mortgages Available to homeowners aged 55 and over, a lifetime mortgage, sometimes called a ‘reverse mortgage’, is a loan secured against your home that allows you to release tax-free cash without needing to move out. It’s a type of equity release, freeing up wealth tied up in an asset but allowing you to carry on living in the property. Unlike conventional mortgages, where interest is charged on an amount that decreases with time, interest on lifetime mortgages is charged on an increasing sum, so your debt can grow quickly. This is because you don’t usually make any repayments, so the interest on the loan is therefore added to your debt on a continual basis. You can take the money as a lump sum or as a series of lump sums. No repayments are required until you die or move out of your home into long-term care. February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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House & Home Continued on page 10 One of the things that Julie likes the most is the hand-painted harlequin flooring. Her husband, who’s a handyman, has made much of the furniture, including the dining table, several coffee tables, as well as shelving units and doors. He builds the item and then Julie paints and adds patination to make it look old. Everything is white and “distressed”, just the way she likes it. She finds inspiration in magazines and on Instagram. Her best piece of advice is to not be afraid of experimenting with new ideas, designs or techniques. For many years, people told Julie not to paint their tile flooring because she would regret that! But in the end, she decided to follow her intuition and paint the floor. Now, many years later, she still loves that floor. Another good piece of advice is to use artificial flowers in the interior design. Julie loves artificial flowers and she prefers to use bundles of one and the same flower, adding elegance to the room. Oh, and don’t even mention paint! Julie loves to use paint for all kinds of things. She paints everything from books, flowers and vases to furniture and walls. Even her kitchen cupboards have been painted her favourite colour which is white. If she’s got to choose her favourite piece of furniture, it’s got to be the shutters which her husband made out of recycled pallets. They hide the television!! A love of WHITE VINTAGE Seventeen years ago, Julie and her husband bought a house in Beverley but Julie has only been interested in vintage and shades of white for the past few years. She fell in love with the view of the Minster. She knew that everything inside the house had to be renovated to make this into a personal home. February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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House & Home Julie’s interest in interior design started during her childhood in York where Julie lived in a Victorian home along with her parents. Her mother also had an interior design business where Julie helped out by making flower arrangements and ceramics. Julie’s love for flowers is definitely from that part of her life. Julie is a full-time mother of three children and she also spends a lot of time visiting vintage fairs and car-boot sales looking for old and unloved bits of furniture and bric-a- brac to upcycle. She’s developed a passion for showing others that you don’t have to buy expensive things to create a cosy and beautiful home. She furnishes her own home with nothing but recycled furniture which she paints and renovates. Continued on Page 12 February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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Literature mistakes in her past, unleashing truths that will shake her family to its core. Inspired by her passion for the Orkney islands and its people, The Island Swimmer is a delightful debut novel about the importance of honesty and community from much-loved broadcaster Lorraine Kelly. The Memory Library by Kate Storey A gorgeous novel that pairs my (and many people’s) perennial love for books about books with themes of family – and just how complex they can be. Sally Harrison gifts her daughter a book each birthday, a tradition that has been going on for over forty years. The issue is, for the past 22 years the books have gathered dust on a shelf, as Sally’s daughter Ella fled to Australia after a diffi cult family split. Sally doubts the books or the notes inside the front covers – dedicated to her much loved and missed daughter – will ever be read. Then Ella is forced to return to the UK. Is this a chance to discover that when one chapter ends, another follows? Anna O by Matthew Blake This thriller doesn’t look at whodunnit or even why they did it, so much as are they responsible for doing it? The question posed is, if you kill someone while sleepwalking, are you guilty? This is a legal quagmire and much depends upon the circumstances around the crime. But Anna O’s case is made yet more complex as she suffers from a mystery (although real) illness called “resignation syndrome”, where patients fall into a deep sleep and never wake up, often after a traumatic event, possibly one they perpetrated. This thriller has been sold in over 30 territories and with this fresh and compelling plot, combined with fascinating, well-drawn characters, it is set to be a hit. Leaving by Roxana Robinson Sarah and Warren were one another’s first loves.They had plans for a wonderful future, but youthful insecurity leads to An Ideal Husband by Erica James Erica James is known for her uplifting, wryly humorous family dramas. After 30 years of marriage, and a wonderful family Christmas, Louisa is stunned when husband Kip asks for a divorce on Boxing Day. She can’t comprehend it; he’d never seemed unhappy and they’ve raised three children together. She thought they were bobbing along like people tend to at their age. However, it transpires that Kip has been secretly seeing a younger woman. Insult to injury, it’s the woman who broke their youngest son’s heart. Now Kip wants to embark on a new life with Zoe, Louisa is left to pick up the pieces. Yet, despite the betrayal and anger, when Louisa finds a unique and welcoming new home, she experiences a glimmer of hope that life might eventually meander on to a happier path. It’s with great satisfaction that the reader watches Louisa make exciting new plans for her future while Kip finds himself facing unexpected challenges of his own. He begins to learn that living with a younger woman, after dismantling his family, might not be the dream people assume. We all know someone who will benefit from reading this sparkling tale of new starts and second chances. The Island Swimmer by Lorraine Kelly When Evie’s father falls desperately ill, she must return to the family home on Orkney. She left when she was a teenager, swearing she’d never return to the remote, wild landscape. Her estranged sister Liv isn’t pleased to see her, as their relationship broke after a childhood trauma. Lonely Evie joins a group of cold-water swimmers. Plunging into the cold sea, she finds calmness and spirit. With the groups support Evie faces up to the misunderstanding; they part ways and marry other people. When they meet again at 60, the attraction is both instant and profound. They quickly realise they were always meant for one another and have wasted years. However, their lives are deeply entrenched on diff erent paths now. Sarah is divorced and lives outside New York; Warren is still married and lives in Boston. They both have adult children. Can their separate histories be dismantled for the chance of a future together? Examining responsibility and love, this is a beautifully written, honest account of the reality of experiencing deep passion late in life. Maude Horton’s Glorious Revenge by Lizzie Pook This novel drops the reader right in the epicentre of Victorian London. A time of contrasts, exploration and exploitation, advancement and peril rub shoulders. Constance Horton has disappeared. Maude, her devoted older sister, knows that Constance abandoned the apothecary they call home and, disguised as a boy, boarded a ship bound for the Arctic. She never returned. Maude doesn’t believe it was “a tragic accident”, as the Admiralty claim. Why would she do such a dangerous, disruptive thing in the fi rst place? Constance’s journal makes it clear that there are sinister forces at work. To find justice, Maude must step into London’s dark underbelly, and into the path of dangerous, powerful men who want to thwart her. Thrilling and atmospheric. Sugar, Baby by Celine Saintclare Celine Saintclare’s debut novel, Sugar, Baby, depicts the glittering world of the young women who make a living by showing up at clubs and restaurants to burnish such establishments with their youth and beauty. Are these women being taken advantage of—or on the ride of their lives? To its credit, this personable novel, which charts the somewhat inadvertent trajectory of a girl embedded among a more knowing group, doesn’t come down on either side. Instead, it shows the grit alongside the glamour, and crafts a very believable story that feels like a document of the moment, when image is a valuable and fleeting currency. Come and Get It by Kiley Reid Another study of class and money arrives in Kiley Reid’s Come and Get It. Set on a college campus, it depicts a motley cohort of students, professors, and administrators, showing that campuses are not just centers of academic inquiry and nighttime misadventures, but intersections for people of vastly different resources. Here, as in her first novel, Such a Fun Age, which probes a sticky relationship between a nanny and a mother, Reid masterfully captures the quiet misalignments that stem from a varying sense of what’s at stake. Ilium by Lea Carpenter Carpenter’s novel Ilium about a clandestine operation to take out a Russian asset on the French peninsula of Cap Ferret, has the surface tension of an espionage thriller, but it’s really a psychological study of a young British woman who is swept into a world of intelligence and finds herself undone by it. Reminiscent of the spare, strobe-lit storytelling of late Joan Didion, Carpenter’s novel shows how wealth and sophistication paper over moral rot, and how human attachment is a vulnerability when only posing and posturing keep you alive. All the books in this feature are available at The Beverley Bookshop, 19 Butcher Row, Beverley HU17 0AA. Nine New Books for February February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
15 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Spring Weddings As owner of Elizabeth Hall Bridal, based in Beverley, I am taking this opportunity let you know a little bit about us. Firstly, I would like to introduce myself, I am Laura (Elizabeth) Hall, and it will be me that will take you on your journey to finding the perfect wedding dress for your big day. If you are local, you may have seen the shop on Flemingate. It’s become well known for the window displays. We often have passers-by popping in to compliment us. It makes us proud to have such an impact. We have had a very busy 2023. After all the restrictions of the lockdowns and social distancing the wedding world back to normal. Last year was our busiest yet, with all our brides-to-be selecting their dresses for this year and all our existing brides preparing for their big day. The shop was conceived in 2020, after being made redundant during the first lockdown, we used our redundancy and all our savings to invest in the shop. It had been a dream of mine for years and here was the opportunity to create a business that would bring a lot of Joy, not only to the brides to be but to me too. This is a great job, where our aim is to make all our customers feel special. The first two years were not easy due to all the restrictions due to the pandemic, however coming out the other side we have now become an award-winning Bridal shop. After three years of trading, we have been awarded, “Best Bridal Shop East Yorkshire”, “Best Bridal Shop in Yorkshire”, “Finalist for best Bridal Shop in England” and awarded by parliament in recognition of outstanding business success and achievement. We are very proud of this achievement, and it only goes to show the determination and dedication to provide the best experience for all would be brides. We provide an appointment only service, and each bride receives a two hour, one- to- one appointment. During the appointment you can try from our extensive selection of designer wedding gowns, to find the one of your dreams and say yes to the dress! All our wedding dresses follow the current trends, and we ensure that new season fashion is provided so that each bride has the maximum choice in selection of that perfect dress. The latest trends are pastels, oversized bows, and mini dresses to name a few. We are seeing a lot of pearls, 3D flowers and even coloured embroidery. We have our traditional style gowns to with a modern twist. So, whatever your style we are sure to have something special for you. If you are getting married and haven’t got your dress yet, why not make an appointment and find your dream wedding dress. We look forward to seeing you and congratulations on your engagement. Laura Elizabeth Hall Bridal, 16 Flemingate, Beverley, HU17 0NR T: 01482 869319 M: 07802 210584 E: info@elizabethhallbridal.co.uk W: elizabethhallbridal.co.uk
Health & Beauty Rebekah’s Beauty Box How To Winterproof Your Hair Low temperatures, high winds and persistent drizzle can all spell disaster for our hair. Here’s the kit you need to survive winter and see your strands through to spring… Wash Carefully If your hair is suffering, it pays to be prescriptive with your wash routine. Instead of reaching for whatever is to hand in the shower, think about what your hair really needs and act accordingly. If the recent cold snap has made your hair dry and your scalp itchy or sensitised, look for something that’s as calming as it is cossetting. Straand is a new brand with an inclusive attitude to haircare, meaning it’s suitable for all hair types. To relieve some of the irritation, opt for the Crown Cleanse, a prebiotic shampoo designed to tackle dandruff and cleanse the scalp properly without stripping it of those all-important oils. Its Crown Boost Conditioning Treatment is hardworking without being heavy, leaving hair shiny and your scalp feeling balanced and comfortable. If the cold, drying weather has wreaked havoc with your ends, but your scalp remains prone to oiliness, L’Oréal Elvive’s latest launch might be just what you need. With targeted ingredients to address greasy roots as well as frizzy, thirsty ends, the Hydra Pure Shampoo and Conditioner duo contains both salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid to create a beautifully balanced head of hair. Fight The Frizz Although we tend to think of frizz as more of a problem in hot, humid climates, freezing temperatures can mess with the delicate moisture balance in the hair cuticle. To negate any kind of frizz, whatever the forecast, it’s essential to keep hair sufficiently moisturised with a hydrating regime that starts in the shower and ends with a good styling routine. One of the best stylers is Color Wow’s Dream Coat Supernatural Spray Anti-Frizz Treatment, which acts like a raincoat for your strands by creating a water-repelling seal over the top. Although it’s activated by heat, it’s worth the effort as it keeps frizz at bay for up to four washes. If you want a longer-term solution, Olaplex’s No.6 Bond Smoother works on strengthening the hair’s molecular structure so that hair is less susceptible to begin with. Dial Down Dullness If your hair is looking as dull and lifeless as the grey winter skies, a glossing treatment will help revive its lustre. Although diet, UV damage, heated tools and colour are all contributory factors, our hair often looks more lacklustre during the winter months as there’s less light to bounce off its surface. Thankfully, at-home hair glosses are becoming more accessible and an excellent one is the newly launched Hair Gloss from Ouai, which utilises the properties of hyaluronic acid and rice water to add instant and long-term shine to hair. Additionally, it boosts colour vibrancy, protects against fading and adds heat protection. Beat The Breakage During the winter, the lack of vitamin D from the sun can manifest as dry, brittle hair that’s prone to breakage. If that’s you, fortify your hair with something that works from the inside out. John Frieda’s latest technology is a breakthrough for brittle strands and helps build resilience so that split ends are reduced by up to 99% and hair is less likely to snap. The Strengthening Super Fluid is the latest addition to the PROfiller+ range and is packed with skincare- inspired ingredients like biotin and hyaluronic acid. To address the vitamin D issue, it’s important to supplement your intake during the period when the sun is lacking, i.e. between October and April. Bare Biology’s Vitamin D3+Vitamin K2 spray is easy to take and convenient, and offers the added benefits of bone-strengthening K2. SHOP THE PRODUCTS Vitamin D3 + Vitamin K2 from Bare Biology £19.95 The Crown Boost Anti-Dandruff Prebiotic Conditioning Treatment from STRAAND £18 Hair Gloss from Ouai Flag this item Hair Gloss Ouai £30 Dream Coat Supernatural Spray from Colour Wow £27 Elvive Hydra Pure 72h Purifying Shampoo from L’Oréal £7 Crown Cleanse Shampoo from STRAAND £20 No.6 Bond Smoother from Olaplex £28 February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
17 Health & Beauty To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 NEW SKIN AND BEAUTY RETREAT IN BEVERLEY Are you in need of some well-deserved pampering and relaxation? Look no further than the Skin and Beauty Retreat, located in St Mary's Court Beverley. In today's fast-paced world, it's essential to take some time out for yourself and indulge in a little self-care. The Skin and Beauty Retreat understands this perfectly and has curated a range of luxurious treatments to help you unwind and rejuvenate. From relaxing back massages to refreshing facial treatments, they offer a wide array of services that will leave you feeling refreshed and revitalised. One of the key factors that set the Skin and Beauty Retreat apart is the expertise and knowledge of its owner, Sarah Adams. With years of experience in the beauty industry, Sarah understands the importance of using natural, high-quality products and is dedicated to providing the best possible experience for her clients. I recently had the pleasure of experiencing a 30 minute relaxing back massage, followed by Sothys Seasonal Facial. It was sheer bliss! Using heated oils Sarah massaged my back, using a variety of massage techniques aimed at reducing muscular tension and relieving stress from my back, neck and shoulders. The heated bed and dimmed lighting, added further to this relaxing experience. You have to try it! This was followed by a ‘Seasonal Facial’, just one of the many different facials available, all using esteemed French brand, Sothys, known for their luxurious, all natural formulations and commitment to skincare excellence. Sothys products ensure that your skin gets the nourishment and pampering it deserves and an hour later, I can honestly say, my skin was radiant and I felt I'd had the most wonderful pampering session ever! 4 St Mary’s Court Beverley HU17 8DG Facebook: Skin and Beauty Retreat Instagram: skinandbeautyretreat Telephone: 01482 259197 FEBRUARY OFFER Treat your loved one this Valentine's to a Valentine's pamper package at Skin and Beauty Retreat. This will relax, refresh and recharge your better half (and win you some brownie points). The Valentine's pamper package includes a relaxing 25 minutes back massage and 25 minutes rejuvenating facial. ALL FOR JUST £50 Available throughout February. Call us directly to book, or drop by the salon. Gift vouchers also available!
Health & Wellbeing Home Instead Beverley and Hull have been Supporting older clients in the community since 2019. For the past 4 years they have been awarded the Top 20 Home care award and declared a 5 Star employer. These accolades have come from the positive responses from both their clients and their employees. The home care company’s employees have commended the company for factors such as top quality training opportunities and supportive leadership. What makes Home Instead so different? Owner Mandy Aitken says “ Our clients are visited by the same Care Professionals week after week for at least an hour each time, that’s how we deliver personalised care and build meaningful relationships. This is not only ideal for our clients, but for the Care Professionals too as they get to see how their work directly benefits our clients, and that they are making a real difference” “It's a fantastic place to work and very rewarding” “It cares for its staff and clients and has a very warm, family feel” Start a rewarding career today Join our team £12/hour, plus mileage and wait time Award Winning Training Minimum 1 hour calls with regular clients Various shift patterns and hours available to suit you Text us: 07709256823 Call us: 01482 231145 E-mail us: recruitment.beverley @homeinstead.co.uk We can’t wait to talk to you! https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/beverley-hull There are around 8,100 new diagnoses of ovarian cancer in the UK every year. In fact, it is the sixth most common cancer and accounts for four per cent of all new cancer cases in women in the UK. Experts are predicting that we could see a significant increase to 9,400 new cases by 2040. The symptoms of this cancer can sometimes be vague in the early stages and are often mistaken for the much more common condition of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), which means that the diagnosis is often made at a later stage. Like all cancers, the earlier the diagnosis, the better the outlook, and as next month (March) is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month, We thought this would be a good opportunity to discuss the symptoms to look out for. And if, after reading this, you have some of those unexplained symptoms or think you are at high risk, please do speak to your GP. Early diagnosis is vital. ‘More than 90 per cent of women diagnosed early will survive ovarian cancer, compared to just 1 in 3 diagnosed in the advanced stages’ Symptoms of Ovarian cancer? There are six main symptoms to look out for: l Persistent abdominal bloating. The word “persistent” is important here. All of us will have experienced transient bloating at some point, perhaps after a period of over indulgence, but bloating that doesn’t improve should always be looked at. l Persistent pelvic or abdominal pain. l Unexplained change in bowel habits. l Feeling full very easily. l Feeling nauseous. l Needing to wee more often. This can be caused by enlarged ovaries putting pressure on the bladder. l Other symptoms may include back pain, unexplained weight loss, fatigue and pain during intercourse. In my experience, a new lump will usually get people to the doctor fairly promptly, but these more vague symptoms may well be tolerated for longer. Continued on page 20 We all want to know how to live not only longer but better. This month we highlight one of the most common cancers for women, and what symptoms you should look out for. Ovarian Cancer February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
19 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Health & Wellbeing Lavender Fields Care Village, Feoffee Common Lane, Barmby Moor, York, YO42 4AF (01759) 380534 COMING VERY SOON! A brand new, state of the art, 72-bed care home, opening in early 2024 and featuring our High Street Hub, boasting a pub, restaurant, village store, hairdressers, nail salon and gym. Numerous light and airy day spaces, with bright and beautifully appointed, en-suited bedrooms. Come and join our wonderful village community, be it in our care home, or one of our fabulous bungalows. Speak to Leigh, our Community Manager, or Leanne, our Care Manager, to find out more! Now doing pre-admission assessments!!
Health & Wellbeing 47 Lairgate, Beverley HU17 8ET RISE provides cutting-edge physiotherapy within Beverley and East Yorkshire, delivering modern healthcare, a state-of-the-art clinic and expert practitioners. Whether struggling with sports injury, managing pain, or simply want to move with greater ease, RISE has the expertise to guide you. Services: Physiotherapy Assessment - Using our extensive clinical experience we gain invaluable insight allowing us to create a bespoke treatment plan. Shockwave Therapy – Combined with effective physiotherapy, this accelerates healing of stubborn conditions such as plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinopathy. Injection therapy - Injections can be used as an adjunct to physiotherapy for managing pain and improving daily function. Massage - Relieve pain, reduce stress and enhance your day-to-day function. Pilates - Improve strength and flexibility in our private studio. Whether a seasoned athlete, a weekend warrior, or simply seeking mobility improvements, RISE offers a supportive environment to achieve your goals. Book online at: www.risephysiotherapy.co.uk or call us on: 01482 238090 Reach your peak with RISE Now open in Beverley Risk factors We don’t know exactly what causes ovarian cancer, but we do know some things seem to be associated with an increased risk of developing the condition: l FAMILY HISTORY If you have two or more close relatives (parent, sibling or child) who have developed ovarian, breast, prostate or pancreatic cancer, there is an increased likelihood that you may carry a BRCA gene alteration. If this is you, ask your GP to refer you for genetic testing. Around one in five cases of ovarian cancer are linked to an inherited gene mutation. l AGE While ovarian cancer can occur in any woman with ovaries, more than 80 per cent of cases occur in women over the age of 50. l OVULATION AND FERTILITY Every time an egg is released from an ovary during ovulation, there is some damage to the surface of the ovary, and it is thought that there is an increased chance of changes to the cells during the repair process. So, anything that reduces the number of times you ovulate, such as being on the combined contraceptive pill, having multiple pregnancies or breast feeding, reduces your risk of developing ovarian cancer. l BEING OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE Fat tissue produces excess amounts of oestrogen, which can be associated with an increased risk of ovarian cancer. l ASBESTOS AND RADIATION EXPOSURE. These can both contribute to ovarian cancer risk. l SMOKING There are several different types of ovarian cancer. Smoking, however, seems to be associated with an increased risk of mucinous ovarian cancer, which accounts for 2-3 per cent of all ovarian cancers. l DIABETES Ovarian cancer affects around two per cent (two in 100) of the general population, but it affects 2.4 per cent of those living with diabetes. l HRT Using this is a low risk. To put it into perspective, if we followed 1,000 women taking HRT for five years, there would be just one additional cases of ovarian cancer compared to 1,000 women not using HRT. WORD WHEEL: You have ten minutesto find as many words as possible using the letters in the wheel. Each word must be three letters or more and contain the central letter. Use each letter once, and no plurals, foreign words or proper nouns are allowed.There is at least one nine-letter word. AVERAGE: 20 words GOOD: 25 words EXCELLENT: 30 words SUDOKU: Fill in the blank squares with the numbers 1 to 9, so that each row, each column and each 3x3 block contains all the numbers from 1 to 9. February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
Health & Wellbeing To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 21 S U P E R S T O R E INDEPENDENCE SECURITY AFFORDABILITY THE COMFORT EXPERTS *If you can find the identical item at a competitor store within 14 days of placing your order, we will refund the difference in price plus offer an extra 10% off. Pictures for illustration purposes. ^Selected items only. Vulcan Street, Clough Road,Hull, HU6 7PS Tel: 01482 476 400 Clough Road RIGHT CARE MOBILITY Vulcan Street Sissons Way Stoneferry Beverley Road MONDAY - SATURDAY: 9:00-17:30 BEVERLEY (ONLY) SUNDAY: 10:00-16:30 WWW.RIGHTCAREMOBILITY.CO.UK St Marys Court, North Bar Within, Beverley,HU17 8DG Tel: 01482 467 385 Wylies Road RIGHT CARE MOBILITY North Bar Within St Marys Court Arcade CLEARANCE EVENT TROUBLE GETTING IN TO SEE US? WE’LL BRING ITEMS TO YOU^ Motability GET IN TOUCH OR VISIT YOUR LOCAL RIGHT CARE STORE WHILE STOCK LASTS. CLEARANCE - ALL STOCK IS AVAILABLE TO BE DELIVERED THE NEXT WORKING DAY - CLEARANCE 4 FREE DELIVERY & SET UP UNBEATABLE PRICES FANTASTIC NEW DEALS LAST CHANCE TO BUY 4 RIGHT CARE PRICE PROMISE* 4 FANTASTIC CHOICE & SAVINGS 16 years Beds £300 OFF UP TO Rise & Recliner £500 OFF UP TO Power Chairs £350 OFF UP TO 8mph Scooters £400 OFF UP TO Trade in your Old Scooter and receive an extra £100 in value off a New Scooter. *ADJUSTABLE BEDS *POWERCHAIRS *SCOOTERS *STAIR LIFTS *LIFT CHAIRS *RISE & RECLINE CHAIRS May 2023 Continuity and familiarity matter in life. Our live-in care packages are designed to uphold daily routines, so your loved one can keep living safely and independently in the comfort of their own home. Live-in Care is the premium option for round-the-clock care at home Bespoke, person-centred care and support Complete continuity of care, 24 hours per day Peace of mind knowing that someone is always on hand, if they are needed Fully managed service, regulated by the CQC Live-In Care is suitable for: Older people (individuals and couples) People with conditions such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, MND, Dementia and Diabetes People with physical disabilities People with sensory impairment Contact Details: L.Soura@Promedica24.co.uk 01482 961 028 | 07830 092 637 Home – there’s no place like it Changing care needs shouldn’t mean leaving home behind. At Promedica24, our flexible, round-the-clock support ensures everyone receives the care they need, when they need it.
Food & Drink Chirria Kilbride, senior cardiac nurse at the John Radcliffe Hospital, shares ways to lower or maintain your blood pressure and cholesterol levels, reducing your risk of heart problems. 1 SAY “NO” TO A SECOND GLASS OF WINE Experts recommend you drink less than 14 units per week. Indulging in too much alcohol can increase blood pressure and weight, increasing the risk of heart attack or stroke. Try cutting back by drinking half pints or single shot drinks rather than pints or double shots. Switch to alcohol-free versions or swap pub nights with friends for different activities. 2 EAT FOR HEALTH Having a healthy, balanced diet is important for heart health at every age but during peri- and menopause, cholesterol and blood pressure may increase and weight gain is also common. Eating plenty of fruit and vegetables, wholegrains, nuts, seeds and pulses, while cutting back on foods high in saturated fat, sugar and refined salt will lower your risk of coronary heart disease. 3 KEEP MOVING Increasing your activity levels improves heart health by improving circulatory blood flow and lowering blood pressure, plus it helps you maintain a healthy weight and reduces feelings of anxiety and stress, which may harm your heart. Exercising can seem overwhelming if you have a heart condition or limited mobility, so start small and build up – find some examples at bhf.org.uk. Always check with your doctor if you’re new to exercise and have a heart condition. 4 DON’T SMOKE Chemicals in cigarettes make the walls of your arteries sticky. This causes fattymaterial to stick to the walls and clog your arteries, reducing space for blood to flow properly, which can lead to a heart attack. Try nicotine replacements, such as patches, gums or lozenges. Distract yourself from cravings by doing things you enjoy. Call the Smokefree Helpline on 0300 123 1044 for free support. 5 MAINTAIN A HEALTHY WEIGHT Carrying excess weight around your middle makes it harder for your body to use the hormone insulin, which controls blood glucose (sugar) levels and can lead to type 2 diabetes. High levels of glucose in your bloodstream damages your arteries and increases your risk of heart and circulatory diseases. Help maintain a healthy weight by: l Walking or cycling short journeys instead of driving. l Taking the stairs instead of an escalator or lift. l Getting off the bus a stop earlier. l Including higher fibre foods and protein in your meals, such as lentils, fish, beans and chicken. l Swapping crisps, biscuits and sweets for whole fruits, vegetables, unsalted nuts and seeds. News stories have reported that olive oil can reduce the risk of fatal heart disease and other diseases. We look behind the headlines and give you our verdict. New research suggests that olive oil could reduce your risk of death, including from heart disease, stroke, cancer and dementia. Although the link between olive oil and reduced risk of heart disease is well known, the researchers wanted to find out if it is linked to a reduced risk of death overall. The study, published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, analysed the diet of around 90,000 men and women over a 28-year period. None of them had heart or circulatory disease or cancer at the outset. Every four years they were asked how often they ate specific foods. Researchers found those who consumed the most olive oil (more than half a tablespoon a day) were less likely to die from any cause, including heart disease or stroke, cancer, lung disease and neurodegenerative disease (such as Alzheimer’s disease or vascular dementia). After adjusting for other factors, the people who ate the most olive oil had a 19 per cent lower risk of dying from cardiovascular causes such as heart disease or stroke, compared with the people who ate the least olive oil. The biggest effect was seen in neurodegenerative disease deaths (29 per cent lower risk in people who ate most olive oil). For respiratory disease the risk was 18 per cent lower and for cancer it was 17 per cent lower. The study also found substituting 10 grams a day (just over a tablespoon) of fats such as margarine, butter, mayonnaise and dairy fat with the equivalent amount of olive oil was also associated with a lower risk of death. Although this kind of study can’t prove cause and effect, the researchers said there are potential reasons why olive oil might reduce death risk from such a range of diseases. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fat and specific plant compounds, which may have a positive effect on blood pressure and cholesterol levels, as well as having anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic properties, and encouraging healthy gut bacteria. The study’s lead author said: “Our findings support current dietary recommendations to increase the intake of olive oil and other unsaturated vegetable oils.” How good was the research? A major advantage of the study was the large number of people taking part over a long period of time. They were all nurses and other health professionals in the United States, so their lifestyles might not be representative of the population as a whole. How good was the news coverage? The Times carried two articles about the research, a news story and a feature which included an interview with the study author. Both were relatively accurate, but didn’t explain that the researchers had adjusted the findings to take other factors into account that could influence the results. This means the differences seen are more likely to be related to olive oil (and not, for example, that the olive oil eaters also ate more salads) although with observational studies like this, we can never be certain. The Verdict We know from previous studies olive oil may have a range of health benefits, and this study supports existing recommendations for heart and circulatory health. Replacing saturated fats in your diet (like butter, lard, and ghee) with unsaturated fats like olive, sunflower or vegetable oil can help to lower cholesterol levels. Olive oil is also a well-known part of the Mediterranean diet, which is a dietary pattern associated with better heart and circulatory health. This study is helpful to broaden our understanding of how olive oil may reduce the risk of death from other conditions, not just heart disease. However more evidence is required to say there is a direct link between the consumption of olive oil and lowered risk of dying. The study doesn’t tell us whether olive oil is healthier than other plant oils like sunflower or rapeseed. As part of a healthy, balanced diet, switching from butter, ghee or lard to unsaturated fats like olive oil is an easy change whether you use it in salad dressings, to drizzle it on bread instead of using butter, or for frying and roasting. 5 ways to help your heart Does eating olive oil mean you’ll live longer? February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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Food & Drink Ingredients: Yeast dough: 2.1 cups milk 1.8 oz (50g) fresh yeast 0.4 cup (100ml) sugar 1 tbsp vanilla sugar 1 tbsp cardamon 2 eggs 6 cups (1400ml) wheat flour 5.2 oz (150g) soft butter Cinnamon filling: 5.2 oz (150g) soft butter 4 tbsp sugar 2 tbsp cinnamon Almond filling: 7 oz (200g) almonds 0.8 cup (200ml) confectioner’s sugar 2 egg whites 2 tbsp water Cream filling: 2.6 cups (600ml) heavy cream 2 tbsp confectioner’s sugar 1 tbsp vanilla sugar Garnish: confectioner’s sugar Method: The yeast dough: Heat up the milk until it’s lukewarm. Dissolve the fresh yeast in the milk and add sugar, vanilla sugar and cardamon. Add whisked eggs and half of the flour. Mix everything in a food processor for a couple of minutes, then add the rest. Add soft butter little by little. The dough has to be smooth. Mix it in the food processor for 10 minutes, then allow it to rise for 1 hour. Roll out the dough to make a big rectangle (approx. 11.8 x 15.7 inches/30 x 40 cm). Prepare the cinnamon filling by mixing soft butter, sugar and cinnamon, and spread the cream onto the dough. Roll up the dough from the long side, cut the roll into slices and make the buns. Let the buns rise again for 30 minutes. Bake them in the oven at 437°F (225°C) for approx. 10 minutes until they turn golden. Almond filling: Grind the almonds and mix them with confectioner’s sugar, egg whites and water to create a thick, tough paste. Cream filling: Beat the heavy cream along with confectioner’s sugar and vanilla sugar to create a thick cream. Before serving, cut the cinnamon buns in half. Spread almond filling onto the bottom half. Using an icing bag creates the nicest result. Distribute a thick layer of the cream filling on top of the almond filling – preferably using an icing bag – and arrange your buns on a serving dish. Sprinkle confectioner’s sugar onto the buns using a sieve. Cinnamon Buns Chef Erkan Sahindal, owner of Olive Tree, Beverley says these Cinnamon buns disappear very quickly whenever I make them at home. The Zucchini is a family recipe that I was taught as a boy. Prep Time: Start to finish 25 minutes Makes: 4 servings Ingredients: 500g dried wholemeal linguine 2 medium zucchini and/or yellow squash, cut lengthwise into thin ribbons* 2 to 3 Tbsp olive oil 1 lemon 3 cups rocket 1/4 cup sliced Premium Greek Golden Peppers 11/2 tsp chopped fresh oregano, tarragon, or flat-leaf parsley 1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced Salt and black pepper (optional) Chopped toasted almonds or dry-roasted pistachio nuts Method: STEP 1 Cook pasta according to package directions; drain. In a large bowl combine hot pasta, zucchini, and oil; toss to coat. Cool 10 minutes. STEP 2 Meanwhile, remove 1 tsp zest and squeeze 1 to 2 Tbsp juice from lemon. Add lemon zest and juice, rocket, golden peppers, oregano, and garlic to pasta mixture; toss to combine. If desired, season to taste with salt and black pepper. Top with almonds. Cook’s Tip Use a vegetable peeler to cut zucchini into long, thin ribbons. Start peeling from one end of the zucchini to the other, keeping fingers out of the way. Or cut zucchini into noodles with a vegetable spiraliser, julienne cutter, or mandoline. Zucchini Ribbons, Pasta, and Rocket Salad February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
25 To Advertise Please Telephone 01964 552 470 Food & Drink Bengal B R A S S E R I E T A K E AWAY M E N U Telephone: 01430 876767 BengalBrasserieRestaurant Opening Times: Tues/Weds/Thur/Fri/Sat: 5pm to 10pm Sunday: 5pm to 9pm • Closed Mondays The Bengal Brasserie • 4 High Street, Market Weighton YO43 3AH Book Now for Valentines Day The Finest Bengali Cuisine SUNDAY AFTERNOON MUSIC ● Historic Public House Local Cask Ales Lagers Beers Wines Spirits Tea Coffee Hot Chocolate Real Fire Tuesday QUIZ Wednesday FOLK Everyday Drinks & Chatter ● ● ● ● ● ● A WARM WELCOME AWAITS... 1 East End, Walkington, HU17 8SX A TRADITIONAL PUB SET IN BEAUTIFUL WALKINGTON Opening hours Sunday to Thursday: 12 noon to 10pm Friday and Saturday: 12 noon to 11pm We serve food at the following times: Tuesday to Friday 12 noon to 3pm and 5pm to 8pm Saturday 12 noon to 8.30pm Sunday 12 noon to 6.00pm Our popular 3 course lunch menu is available Tuesday to Friday 12 noon to 3pm, Saturday 12 noon to 5pm We are now taking bookings for Mother’s Day - Sunday 10th March Phone bookings only: 01482 881622 (deposit required) Booking early to avoid disappointment Restaurant quality food from your local takeaway Based in Keldgate Shopping Centre, just off Lincoln Way in Beverley The Olive Tree take away opened its doors in the summer of 2019. Owner and qualified chef, Erkan (who was previously the Head Chef at Jardelle in the town) had always wanted to run his own business offering restaurant quality food from the convenience of a take away outlet. The varied menu devised by Erkan offers something for everyone with his own speciality being Guvec (a casserole style dish, available in either a chicken, lamb or king prawn version). However, a range of speciality pasta dishes are also available and of course, stone baked pizzas cooked in an original stone pizza oven. So what makes The Olive Tree unique? It could be the interesting and extensive menu, or the fresh locally sourced ingredients, both of which would apply, however, the Olive Tree boasts an ‘open kitchen’ so you can actually see your food being freshly prepared and cooked for you, right in front of your eyes! If you are celebrating or entertaining and looking for something a little different, Erkan also caters for groups and parties and what’s more if you give him at least two days notice, will make your choice of food even if it is not on the menu. A delivery service is also available after 4pm for a small charge. Simply the best Olive Tree, Unit 4 Keldgate Shopping Centre, Lincoln Way, Beverley HU17 8RH
Walk on the wild side WHAT Port Lympne Hotel & Reserve WHERE Lympne, Kent WHEN Ongoing offer PRICE From £139 per night glamping and from £350 for lodges WEB portlympne.com If you’re a couple of animal lovers, this unique safari retreat is sure to tick all your boxes. During your stay on this stunning 600-acre savannah in the heart of the Kent countryside, you’ll be neighbouring over 900 rare and endangered animals, including black rhinos, gorillas, giraffes, tigers, lions, leopards, bears and more! With a range of accommodation options available to suit all budgets – from cosy glamping pods and transparent stargazing domes to luxury lodges and themed cabins, complete with wood-fired hot tubs and close-up views of your animal neighbours – you can get back to nature and see these magnificent animals up close, all while enjoying an intimate getaway together. Alongside snuggling up and gazing out at the animals from your window, you can also explore the reserve in your private golf buggy or indulge in some fine dining at a selection of on-site restaurants. There are plenty of daily safari experiences and animal encounters to get involved with too, including the complimentary Port Lympne Truck Safari tour. Plus, you can rest assured knowing you’re helping to protect wildlife as profits support global animal conservation charity work. And, the reserve works in partnership with The Aspinall Foundation to rewild as many of its animals as possible. Try a vineyard vacation WHAT Wine & Dine Escape at Llanerch Vineyard Hotel WHERE Vale of Glamorgan, Wales WHEN Ongoing offer PRICE From £300 per couple (based on a midweek stay) WEB llanerch.co.uk Situated on a working vineyard in the heart of the Vale of Glamorgan, this first-of-its-kind hotel and restaurant offers a romantic countryside retreat where couples can find time for each other, relax and reconnect. As part of the package, you’ll be staying the night in a comfortable room complete with a super king-size bed, picturesque views of rolling fields and a bottle of Cariad wine, which will be waiting for you on arrival. You’ll also be treated to a vineyard tour and tutored wine-tasting experience, plus a three-course dinner and full Welsh breakfast in the on-site Llanerch Restaurant, which overlooks the beautiful vineyard where the wine accompanying your food was grown. After dining, why not retreat to the cosy bar area where you can relax with a post-dinner drink in front of the roaring fire – perfect for the colder winter months! During your stay, you can also indulge in an afternoon tea, try a cookery class at the onsite school, or enjoy romantic countryside strolls together through the surrounding lush woodland. Extend your date night WHAT Date and Steak Night at The Belfry WHERE Sutton Coldfield, Warwickshire WHEN Ongoing offer PRICE From £209 per room (based on two sharing a standard room) WEB thebelfry.com Surrounded by 550 acres of countryside, this charming country house hotel offers an ideal escape for couples this Valentine’s Day – complete with fine dining, spa time, and a cosy overnight stay. Your date night includes a delicious two- course dinner in The Ryder Grill restaurant, complete with bread and oil for starters and a succulent steak (or vegetarian alternative) for mains, plus a cocktail or glass of wine each. After dinner, you can enjoy a drink together at Brabazon Bar, an elegant establishment situated at the very heart of the resort, offering a refined and intimate atmosphere. Keep the date night going as you retreat to your spacious room for a relaxing overnight stay, followed by a full English breakfast the following morning. During your stay, you will also have access to the spa and leisure facilities, including the iconic Fire & Ice Experience, a 60-minute journey through a captivating selection of biothermal rooms, meticulously designed to uplift your spirits and invigorate your senses. There is also a luxurious menu of spa treatments on offer if you’re both looking to further deepen your relaxation. Have a Gothic romance WHAT Culloden Estate & Spa WHERE Belfast, Northern Ireland WHEN Ongoing offer PRICE From £350 per night (including breakfast) WEB cullodenestateandspa.com Standing in 12 acres of beautiful, secluded gardens and woodland, this five-star hotel offers a romantic retreat for couples, complete with fine dining, suave accommodation, and luxurious spa experiences. Originally built in 1876 as an official palace for the Bishops of Down, this boutique property has grand Gothic style in bucketloads with a fancy turret and castellated tower. It combines everyday comfort with timeless elegance in its 98 rooms and suites. Relax together and enjoy full use of the award-winning on-site spa, where you’ll find tranquil treatment rooms along with a sauna, pool, steamroom and large jacuzzi, which looks out over the immaculate grounds through floor-to-ceiling windows. You can also book in for a range of ESPA spa treatments, from aromatherapy massages and bespoke facials to body wraps and pedicures. When it’s time to dine, you’ll be spoilt for choice with a range of high-quality, local dishes. One of the highlights has got to be the seven-course tasting menu at the on-site Vespers restaurant (from £85 per person), which features a selection of modern Irish cuisine, using only the finest and freshest local ingredients. Time to tickle your tastebuds! Romantic Breaks... Go on a dreamy retreat with your loved one this Valentine’s Day with our pick of the best cosy and romantic getaways.… February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed Travel
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Call to book your place today Tel : 01482 212525 Monday - Saturday TEL 9am - 5pm or call in person Mon-Fri 9am to 4pm 23 Portland Street, HULL More departures can be viewed on the web www.marionowentravel.com BOOK LOCAL & KNOW WHO YOU ARE BOOKING WITH ! Prices quoted are per person, subject to availability on booking. Solos welcome please ask for prices The beginning of the new year has seen an unprecedented surge in travel enthusiasm, with January bookings reaching record levels. The mantra "Let's travel more in 24" has resonated with many, inspiring a need of exploration into exciting destinations and unique travel experiences. As we delve into the world of travel, one captivating destination in the spotlight is Finland, offering a mesmerizing display of the Northern Lights. Contrary to the initial perception of cold, Finland's crisp dry air makes the Northern Lights experience surprisingly comfortable. Thermal boots and suits are provided, minimizing additional expenses for travelers. Furthermore, direct flights from Humberside providing convenient access to this enchanting destination. Select dates are available in 2025 and are filling up quickly. January and February departures are traditionally associated with short breaks to beat the winter blues, faraway holidays, and long cruises to explore new destinations in warmer climates. Winter sunshine is a great tonic. Those of you making bookings during January & February can benefit from great opportunities to save money, as operators and cruise lines offer attractive deals to secure early bookings. As capacity declines they do not need to discount. For those planning river cruises, 2024 is witnessing exceptional demand, and bookings for 2025 are now open. Flexibility with travel dates in the current year may still offer options, if you are interested in exploring the tulips and historic towns of Holland and Belgium this spring then do get in touch. A vital tip for all travelers is to check passport validity and renew passports well in advance of the intended travel date. To avoid complications, consider opting for the 50-page passport option, especially if frequent European travel is on the agenda, allowing for additional stamps on each visit. Kenya was one of the first areas of Africa to offer affordable travel when charter flights started to fly in during the 90’s offering an exciting combination of safari adventures and relaxing beach stays. Safaris in South Africa are now very affordable with the expansion and lower costs of scheduled flights, game reserves in national parks are attracting nature lovers with great value packages. A week-long South African safari, inclusive of meals, drinks, and game drives in a National Park lodge, can be enjoyed for under £3000 per person, challenging preconceived notions of safari costs. Reflecting on the changing landscape of travel, I remember when flights to Australia in the 80’s were cheap at £1600 return. The world has since become a smaller and more accessible place. Travel has become cheaper, travel options continue to expand, the allure of exploring new horizons remains a timeless passion for adventurers worldwide. It is time to get ticking off your bucket list ! Where ever in the world you are looking to travel we look forward to help you making wonderful memories whether if be a UK break or a worldwide adventure. Travel is good for the mind & soul and the memories you make you treasure for a life time. We look forward to hearing form you best wishes
Local People, Local Lives. Specialist Music Shows Every Thursday on BeverleyFM 7pm Rock ‘n’ Roll with David Harper 8pm Songwriters with Martin Pierson 9pm Reggae & Ska with DJ Big Boy 10pm Themeology with Cliff Baillie “One good thing about music, when it hits you, you feel no pain” - Bob Marley Just ask Alexa to tune in Just over a year ago, I made the difficult decision to take my daughter out of school and pursue home education. She had just started secondary school and was deeply unhappy. My once happy and outgoing child had become withdrawn and depressed, with her hood up and eyes on the floor. It was so painful to see, and I knew things needed to change. Change is always challenging, especially when making such a significant decision. Suddenly, everyone around me became an expert on what was best for my child, offering their opinions and advice. But I knew in my heart that home education was the best route for her. After doing some research, I found a group of home educators in my local area who offered invaluable advice on legalities, deregistering from the school system, educational events and activities, kindness and support. A year on from that decision, my daughter is thriving. She is happy, growing in confidence, and gaining knowledge every day. She has an active social life and is no longer withdrawn and sad. It’s fantastic to see the transformation in her. I never realised just how many people educate their children at home. In the UK, it is estimated that between 125,000 to 180,000 children are “unschooled,” and this figure is rising. It’s a growing movement, and I’m proud to be a part of it. The decision to choose home education is a personal one. It’s important to consider each child as an individual. While school wasn’t right for my child, it might be perfect for others. However, I’m always happy to offer advice to those considering the home education route. I often get asked how I teach my child, and my answer is simple - there are many ways to teach your child at home! My daughter and I love exploring the internet, and we’ve found some fantastic resources like Seterra, Education Classes, BBC Teach, ED Place, and Twinkl. Twinkl is particularly great because you can download curriculums with clickable links to relevant lessons. The lessons are often structured as PowerPoint presentations with supporting print outs. It’s been a tremendous help to us. We’re also fortunate enough to be able to go on many educational trips. Some of our favourites from this past year include the Van Gogh Immersive Experience in York, Bempton Cliffs, the Museums in York, and the Buddhist Centre in Pocklington. There’s a large community of home educators in our area who offer advice, plan daily activities and trips, so despite being home schooled, my child still has plenty of opportunities to socialise. Making the decision to home educate is a big deal, so if it is something you are considering, take some time, do some research, ask questions, talk to your child and follow your heart! Classroom to Living Room: Navigating the Transition to Home Education” Beverley mother Laura Douse shares her and her daughters’ journey from a place of unhappiness to a thriving and happy home education environment... Happy Days: Laura and her daughter Starry Night by Vincent van Gogh Puffins at Bempton Cliffs February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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Motoring - In association with Lairgate Motors Toyota to top and tail expanding EV line-up Japanese firm’s EV range is set to gain a luxury fastback flagship and an urban SUV... Toyota will launch five new electric cars in Europe within the next two years, including a small urban SUV and a range-topping luxury fastback. The new models will join a mid-size SUV-coupé based on last year’s Compact Crossover concept and will arrive as the firm accelerates the expansion of its electric car line-up in the run-up to 2026, when it will begin launching an all-new family of EVs. These new-era EVs will sit atop the modular architecture it revealed in October and feature nextgeneration batteries that dramatically boost range and efficiency. Beyond the Compact Crossover revealed last year and these two new cars, details remain undisclosed of the two other EVs Toyota will launch by 2026. However, the suggestion is that they will be SUVs in the vein of the RAV4 and sevenseat Highlander respectively. Urban EV (left) will arrive in 2024 and fastback EV in 2025 Notably, alongside the reveal of the Sport Crossover luxury fastback earlier this year in China, Toyota also showed the Flexspace concept, a family-focused SUV that aims to provide a “cosy home” environment, together with a “reliable” cruising range and a raft of advanced safety functions. It is possible that a production version of this car could follow its sleeker sibling into Europe by 2026. URBAN SUV Toyota product development boss Andrea Carlucci said this boldly styled B-segment SUV concept “gives a strong indication of what will be a strong contributor” to Toyota’s European EV sales over the coming years. The brand will reveal full specifications in the first half of 2024, when it takes the wraps off the production version, which remains unnamed. The model bears a striking resemblance to the recently revealed eVX concept from Suzuki, with which Toyota has a strategic partnership and collaborates on certain models. However, brand bosses would not be drawn on the extent of the relationship between the two cars. Notably, Suzuki sells its own versions of the RAV4 and Corolla already as part of a partnership in which the two firms collaborate on electrified vehicle development. The new Toyota is understood to be based on a dedicated architecture related to the e-TNGA platform, which underpins the bZ4X electric SUV. Measuring 4300mm bumper to bumper, it will be positioned as an electric alternative to the Yaris Cross hybrid – and in this role it will be the smallest EV in the Toyota line-up, “at least for a while”. By 2026, Toyota will have 15 EVs on sale in Europe and expects them to account for more than 20% of its total sales in the region. The new urban EV will not be priced to match the Yaris Cross, though. Carlucci indicated that “there is a premium” attached to electric cars, which makes a circa-£25,000 starting price unfeasible in the medium term because there needs to be a “substantial shift” in the cost of battery materials to bring the showroom price down. However, he acknowledged that the Volvo EX30, for example, would be a natural rival and that “Toyota is not detached from the market reality”, suggesting a starting price of around £32,000. In pursuit of a balance between affordability and usability, it will be offered with a choice of two battery options, the largest of which is expected to provide a range of around 250 miles, in line with the car’s city-slicker billing. It will also be available with front and all-wheel-drive powertrains, the latter of which, said Carlucci, will be a rare proposition “at the lower end of the market”, although no specification details of its specification have been given. Carlucci highlighted that the urban SUV segment is now the most popular in Europe. “We have been super-successful with Yaris Cross,” he added, “and we don’t intend to leave any space to the competition.” LUXURY FASTBACK The sleek, low-slung Sport Crossover concept was revealed at the Shanghai motor show last year but has now been confirmed to evolve into a production car for the European market in 2025. It does not directly replace any current Toyota model. Instead, it February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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Christmas is well and truly over now and I hope that you had a good one, and were able to enjoy the cheerfulness of indoor plants such as azaleas, paper-white narcissi, hyacinths, cyclamen, amaryllis and poinsettias (not my favourite!). So, what did you do with your Christmas tree? Plant it back in the garden, put it in the dustbin or recycled it somehow? For years I have put my tree in a dark corner of the garden and forgotten about it until the needles are shed, then I would cut off the branches which are useful on the plot for supporting peas, and the thick stem can act as a support for something larger. In some places the discarded trees are put to good use for animals to enjoy: there was a picture in the newspaper of an elephant in Berlin zoo holding a Christmas tree with its trunk. The trees are collected and fed to the elephants and other animals to chomp on and play with! IN THE GARDEN So now we can get going on some gardening, although the weather will dictate what we do. After the cold snap in December and then so much rain, our gardens and allotments have had a tough time. In the garden I look every day for signs of snowdrops pushing through the cold earth with their buds the shape of spears, in their papery protected sheath about to break open with their beautiful dangling flowers. Snowdrops have been around for a long time and were described by Theophrastus in the 4th century BCE, and later a drawing of Galanthus nivalis was included in John Gerrard’s Herbal (1597). Johann Strauss II named one of his waltzes ‘The Snowdrop’. Hans Christian Anderson wrote a short story ‘The Snowdrop’. The name Galanthus is derived from the Greek gala (milk) and anthos (flower). It is sometimes called the Candlemas Bell or Fair Maids of February or White Ladies. Snowdrops are not native to the UK, but grow wild in woods in Europe and west Asia. The wild species including G.elwesii, G.nivalis, G.plicatus are the commonest ancestors of almost all snowdrops. It is a flower that has captured the imagination for many years and interest in the tiny variations of petal size and shape along with the green markings reallytook hold in the late 19th century. Galanthophiles would meet and show off the new varieties which they had raised at snowdrop parties. A bulb called Golden Fleece fetched an astonishing £1,390 at auction in 2015! The differences between the cultivars have inspired some curious names including ‘Curse of the Were Rabbit’, ‘Crême Anglais’, ‘Green Zebra’ and ‘Shrek’. Another early spring delight is the aconite which appears with a bent stem pushing up towards the light, and then it uncurls to display a glorious burst of yellow. An excellent display of aconites and snowdrops can be seen in the garden at the front of the Sessions House in North Bar Without, Beverley. My grandparents had two huge clumps of Iris unguicularis (stylosa) and I would love to hunt through the dense strappy leaves to find the buds which, when opened, are a work of art. I hope to have a picture of one in my garden for my next article. Iris reticulata will be coming out soon and many varieties are available in pots, ready to come into flower and easy to pop into a container. Their colour range is wide from the very pale blue Katherine Hodgkin to bright blue Harmony to deep purple J.S.Diijt. Closely related is the stunning yellow Iris danfordii. I have been looking at the hellebores which are beginning to flower. Actually, H.nigra (Christmas rose) has been out since December and in early January I saw a large bee feasting on the nectar. On such a cold day I thought that it had better make a hasty retreat to its bed after its succulent meal. The larger hellebores, H.corsica and H.foetidus have wonderfully sculpted leaves and lime green flowers which are striking in the drab winter palate. Breeders have developed an amazing range of H.orientalis, some with double flowers, marbled leaves, solid colours, bicolours and spotted. The structure of the flower is such that the outer sepals look like petals and the petals have developed into tube like structures containing nectar. Violets and primroses will not be far behind the snowdrops and crocuses, and certain trees in the garden and the wild are harbingers of spring and warmer weather. Garrya elliptica ‘James Roof’ is a dull shrub most of the year but comes into its own now. There are separate male and female plants, both of which have catkins/tassels, but the male one is spectacular with its long, grey tassels dangling down like a waterfall. Trained against a wall gives the best effect. Catkins on other trees, e.g. hazel, birth and alder, are coming out now. Hazel is particularly striking in the hedgerows giving colourful interest with its heavily pollen-laden catkins wafting clouds of yellow dust into the air hoping to land on an inconspicuous female flower. Many of us have camellias in the garden about to burst into flower. All mine are in pots as they need ericacious soil. I have two which are 53 years old and were given to me as very small plants by my grandmother the year I was married. Camellias give magnificent displays but must be placed so they do not get early morning sun. If you fail to water them in the summer when the buds were forming you could lose the blooms to bud- drop. My winter-flowering cherry flowers before its leaves develop and is a touch of magic with its delicate pink flowers. Plants such as Buddleia and elder which have probably given good displays last summer need to be cut right back to encourage new growth. After flowering you can prune Mahonia but be careful to maintain a good shape to the shrub. Heathers and winter jasmine can also be tidied up while Pansies and cyclamen need frequent dead-heading to encourage continual flowering. If you leave the hellebore flowers they will continue to give interest as they mature and shed their leaves. ON THE PLOT I tried to dig the beds on my plot earlier, but so much rain has made it a real struggle so I will leave it a while until things dry out a little. Some people have covered their plots with fabric or cardboard to retain some warmth and suppress the weeds. If you didn’t manage to sow broad beans in the autumn you may like to try the red-flowered variety, the Italian Grano Violetta for a change. Planning your plot is always important and on a dull, cold day I like to get the planner out and choose my varieties and decide where to put them; but then in April I’ll go to the market and find ready grown plants I cannot resist that I had not planned, throw them in, and the plan goes to pot. However, I do stick rigidly to rotating potatoes, beans and brassicas. Sweet peas can be sown now and kept indoors. Pinch out the top when the plant gets about three inches tall to encourage its side shoots so as to develop a strong plant. They will very happily harden off in a cold frame and when the weather warms up can be planted out in their final position with plenty of mulch and manure and good support. As I dig up the last of my parsnips I find that I am about to sow the next crop. Spring onion and radish seeds are good mixed in with the parsnip seeds as they germinate earlier and show you where you put the parsnips. I do find that the slugs home in on the early radishes! It is always tempting and a good idea to start sowing seeds indoors or in the greenhouse to go out later, but they are susceptible to damping off. This is caused by fungi and bacteria attacking the tender seedlings at soil level so they rot. Good ventilation, scrupulously clean pots and fresh potting compost are essential. Why not take a good bracing walk sometime soon to see snowdrops in all their glory. Burton Agnes (YO25 4NB) Snowdrop Walk is open from 4th to 26th February. Devonshire Mill, Canal Lane, Pocklington (YO42 1NN) will be open on 26th February, but you will have to book. The walled garden at Beningborough Hall near York (YO30 1DD) has a magnificent display of snowdrops closely followed by daffodils. Perhaps a snowdrop walk will turn you into Galanthophiles! Sarah x ALL ABOUT PLANTS, GARDENS and VEGETABLE PATCHES Gardening - with Sarah King February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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The Last Word FIONA’S FOOD FOR THOUGHT By Fiona Dwyer - Journalist, PR Consultant, DIY Your Biz PR Course Creator, Wife and Mum to two teenagers! Easter eggs – already? They’ve got Easter Eggs in the shops already – and they’ve been there since January! Lent doesn’t start until mid-February. Honestly, I don’t get it. Aren’t seasonal aisles meant to be seasonal? We’ve got Shrove Tuesday and Valentine’s Day coming up in February so isn’t that enough to be getting on with? Easter’s not until March 31st so bring out the Easter Eggs next month or at least later on this month. What do you think? Am I being too picky? Blinded by the lights Anyone else finding it hard to drive at night because you’re getting blinded by the headlights? They are so much brighter nowadays. In fact, a recent RAC survey found that 85% of drivers were affected by headlight glare and said that dazzling headlights are causing a “danger for oncoming drivers” and increasing the risk of accidents. It’s all because vehicle lights John Otway - an English singer-songwriter with a surreal sense of humour and a self- deprecating underdog persona will be thrilling audiences in the auditorium. Feb 3rd, 7:30 pm, £18 standard. An Evening with Louise Beech, the bestselling author will be sharing the stories behind the stories focusing on her four most personal books: End of Story, Eighteen Seconds, This is How We Are Human, and How to be Brave. These stories are inspired by her life or someone close to her. TECHNOLOGICAL AMAZINGNESS (and other titles that didn’t make the cover…). Feb 10th, 7:30 pm, £14 standard. Jo Caulfield brings in trouble on 11th Feb, 7:30 pm. Get ready for belly laughs as Jo does what she does best: Pure standup comedy. £18 standard. Alice in Wonderland: Fall down the rabbit hole with your little ones for an immersive adventure-you might never want to leave. Feb 13th, 11 am & 2 pm, £12 Standard, £8 child under 16. Stage4Beverley Winter Festival: Heat up with Stage4Beverley's winter festival, filled with music and more. Feb 11th-18th Visit www.stage4beverley.com for details. Revenant: Carter has found the perfect island location for his zombie movie but with only three days to shoot it, and no lead actor… until the mysterious Vardell appears, Find out how this visceral, blackly comic, and genuinely scary production ends on Feb 21st-23rd, £16 standard, £15 concession (O65 & U23). Simply Dylan, Frontman John O'Connell, and the band pay homage to Bob Dylan's musical universe on Feb 24th, 7:30 pm, £20 standard. Bridge: a pitch-black comedy about the fragility of men trying to survive 21st-century life. Exploring the pressures and challenges they face, and the power of talking to someone. 27th - 28th Feb 2024, 7:30 pm. £15 standard. Round off your February with A Tale of Two Cities, The Derby of words and song takes us back through the roots and heritage of Hull FC and Hull Kingston Rovers - written by Rob Bell. 29th Feb, 2024, 7:30 pm. £17.00 standard. Secure your seats by visiting our website at www.eastridingtheatre.co.uk East Riding Theatre (ERT) has got shows you’ll love this February! REVENANT are using LED rather than halogen bulbs now. So, while they are brighter, more intense and may be good for the driver it’s a problem for other road users. It can also be because of the increased number of people with SUVs – their lights shine right at your face if your car sits lower on the road. Incidentally, it used to be polite to dip your headlights when you parked facing traffic. Nobody seems to do that anymore! Is it because a lot of cars have automatic lights so you forget to dip them? This definitely blinds me when I’m driving, so if you don’t already do this, please think about it next time you pull up. Thank you. Looking forward to Spring I can’t wait for brighter mornings, longer days and less gloomy weather! I love Spring. It’s such a refreshing season. It’s all about new beginnings, seeing the snowdrops, daffodils and tulips come up, seeing the lambs in the fields and having a good spring clean at home. It’s good for the soul – and I think we all need that at the moment! Fiona x Twitter: @fionadwyer • Facebook: Fiona Dwyer PR February 2024 Get Your Business Noticed
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